RG Setsquares client are seeking an experienced Planner to join their busy team based in Dartford. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties: Schedule operatives to ensure repairs are delivered on time. Monitor and update repair jobs daily, including appointments, follow-on works, and overdue tasks. Support the use of IT systems, ensuring operatives update their PDAs and schedule of rates are entered correctly. Communicate clearly and professionally with residents, operatives, and stakeholders to keep everyone informed. Work closely with administrators, supervisors, and contractors to ensure a seamless service. Other administration duties as required. Experience of working in a similar environment within housing is desirable. Monday - Friday 8am-5pm 42.5 hours per week Dartford based In return, the client is offering a stable contract, competitive rates of pay and the opportunity for the right candidate to join them on a permanent basis after a period of temping. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 19, 2026
Seasonal
RG Setsquares client are seeking an experienced Planner to join their busy team based in Dartford. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties: Schedule operatives to ensure repairs are delivered on time. Monitor and update repair jobs daily, including appointments, follow-on works, and overdue tasks. Support the use of IT systems, ensuring operatives update their PDAs and schedule of rates are entered correctly. Communicate clearly and professionally with residents, operatives, and stakeholders to keep everyone informed. Work closely with administrators, supervisors, and contractors to ensure a seamless service. Other administration duties as required. Experience of working in a similar environment within housing is desirable. Monday - Friday 8am-5pm 42.5 hours per week Dartford based In return, the client is offering a stable contract, competitive rates of pay and the opportunity for the right candidate to join them on a permanent basis after a period of temping. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Location for this position is flexible, we are accepting candidates who are able to work Hybrid in either our Osterley or Leeds office. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. As a Design System Design Manager in our digital customer experience team, you'll own the creation of world-class customer experiences and deliver transformative solutions across and the My Sky app via our design system. You'll lead Agile teams, drive design strategy, and be accountable for outcomes that reflect our brand and meet customer needs. Sitting within the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence, you'll support CX strategy, design excellence, and performance across product roadmaps for the UK & Ireland. From joining Sky to engaging with our latest services, we're driven by one purpose: to create better experiences for our customers. What you'll do: Lead a small team of product designers to deliver world-class, innovative, and intuitive evidence-based user experiences across web and native platforms. Own the Sky design system strategic direction, ensuring scalability, governance, and alignment with product strategy and business goals. Partner with engineering, product, research, and analytics to ensure system usability, performance, and brand consistency across platforms. Be responsible for system architecture, tokenisation, documentation quality, and design-engineering parity, while using AI tools and engaging with Design Ops to improve efficiency. Champion inclusive design and embed WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards across all components, patterns, and motion principles. Shape the end-to-end experience vision, define CX KPIs, and link design system adoption to measurable business outcomes. What you'll bring: Demonstrated experience delivering world-class, large-scale digital products and design systems across responsive web and native applications. Expert-level skills with component libraries, token structures, and conditional prototyping for scalable systems. Mastery in accessibility to create inclusive experiences, using user research methods to understand customer problems and behaviours, and analytics tools (Usertesting, Adobe Analytics) to interpret user behaviour and analyse performance Proven experience partnering with developers on component implementation, governance pipelines, and code alignment. Strong storytelling, stakeholder influence, and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. Portfolio: Interested? While applying, please include portfolio/content showing evidence of your experience across these four areas: 1. People - Helping develop high-performing teams. 2. Process - Applying scalable UCD methods that drive measurable outcomes. 3. Position - Influencing strategy and embedding design across an organisation. 4. Product - Producing provable world-class app-first digital experiences (Outcomes & Impact) The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. Your office base - London (Osterley) Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. - OR Leeds Our spacious Leeds tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Location for this position is flexible, we are accepting candidates who are able to work Hybrid in either our Osterley or Leeds office. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. As a Design System Design Manager in our digital customer experience team, you'll own the creation of world-class customer experiences and deliver transformative solutions across and the My Sky app via our design system. You'll lead Agile teams, drive design strategy, and be accountable for outcomes that reflect our brand and meet customer needs. Sitting within the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence, you'll support CX strategy, design excellence, and performance across product roadmaps for the UK & Ireland. From joining Sky to engaging with our latest services, we're driven by one purpose: to create better experiences for our customers. What you'll do: Lead a small team of product designers to deliver world-class, innovative, and intuitive evidence-based user experiences across web and native platforms. Own the Sky design system strategic direction, ensuring scalability, governance, and alignment with product strategy and business goals. Partner with engineering, product, research, and analytics to ensure system usability, performance, and brand consistency across platforms. Be responsible for system architecture, tokenisation, documentation quality, and design-engineering parity, while using AI tools and engaging with Design Ops to improve efficiency. Champion inclusive design and embed WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards across all components, patterns, and motion principles. Shape the end-to-end experience vision, define CX KPIs, and link design system adoption to measurable business outcomes. What you'll bring: Demonstrated experience delivering world-class, large-scale digital products and design systems across responsive web and native applications. Expert-level skills with component libraries, token structures, and conditional prototyping for scalable systems. Mastery in accessibility to create inclusive experiences, using user research methods to understand customer problems and behaviours, and analytics tools (Usertesting, Adobe Analytics) to interpret user behaviour and analyse performance Proven experience partnering with developers on component implementation, governance pipelines, and code alignment. Strong storytelling, stakeholder influence, and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. Portfolio: Interested? While applying, please include portfolio/content showing evidence of your experience across these four areas: 1. People - Helping develop high-performing teams. 2. Process - Applying scalable UCD methods that drive measurable outcomes. 3. Position - Influencing strategy and embedding design across an organisation. 4. Product - Producing provable world-class app-first digital experiences (Outcomes & Impact) The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. Your office base - London (Osterley) Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. - OR Leeds Our spacious Leeds tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
POLARIS Role: Sales Ledger and Billing Apprentice Location: Head Office - Bromsgrove Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Relevant apprentice rates Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free On-Site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Residential, Education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a Sales Ledger and Billing Apprentice to assist in all aspects of the Finance Department and, in the process, gain a thorough and well-rounded experience of the whole function. The candidate must be willing to complete the AAT qualification for which full study support will be offered. Key Responsibilities As a Sales Ledger and Billing Apprentice, you'll be trained to support the team with the following tasks: Helping to ensure payments are collected on time by communicating with customers Contacting local authorities to request updates on outstanding invoices (with support and guidance) Assisting with raising invoices and credit notes both via an automated system and manual postings Posting payments received onto the finance system Updating records to show when payments are due or expected Supporting the team in reducing overdue debt Learning how to maintain accurate sales ledger records Helping to resolve customer queries by phone and email Supporting the creation of manual invoices for additional services Keeping organised notes and records to support audit requirements Working to deadlines and adapting to the needs of the finance team About You The ideal candidate must have the following skills and experience: GCSE qualifications are essential Basic knowledge of the full Microsoft Suite, including Excel Experience of working within a finance function of a large organisation would be advantageous If you would like to know more information about this role, please contact Sam Dodwell, UK Credit Control Manager on . We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:General,
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
POLARIS Role: Sales Ledger and Billing Apprentice Location: Head Office - Bromsgrove Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Relevant apprentice rates Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free On-Site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Residential, Education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a Sales Ledger and Billing Apprentice to assist in all aspects of the Finance Department and, in the process, gain a thorough and well-rounded experience of the whole function. The candidate must be willing to complete the AAT qualification for which full study support will be offered. Key Responsibilities As a Sales Ledger and Billing Apprentice, you'll be trained to support the team with the following tasks: Helping to ensure payments are collected on time by communicating with customers Contacting local authorities to request updates on outstanding invoices (with support and guidance) Assisting with raising invoices and credit notes both via an automated system and manual postings Posting payments received onto the finance system Updating records to show when payments are due or expected Supporting the team in reducing overdue debt Learning how to maintain accurate sales ledger records Helping to resolve customer queries by phone and email Supporting the creation of manual invoices for additional services Keeping organised notes and records to support audit requirements Working to deadlines and adapting to the needs of the finance team About You The ideal candidate must have the following skills and experience: GCSE qualifications are essential Basic knowledge of the full Microsoft Suite, including Excel Experience of working within a finance function of a large organisation would be advantageous If you would like to know more information about this role, please contact Sam Dodwell, UK Credit Control Manager on . We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:General,
Join Our Team: Customer Service Order Entry Clerk Location: Sittingbourne (Office-based) Shift hours: Mon - Thu (09:00-5:30) & Fri (09:00 - 4:15) Contract: 6 Months Pay rate: 13.50 per hour Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for providing top-tier customer support? Client Nutrition International is looking for a Customer Service Order Entry Clerk to join our team in Sittingbourne. In this role, you will be the vital link between our products and the hospitals, wholesalers, and patients who rely on them. The Role Your primary mission is to provide excellent service through efficient order processing and proactive communication. You will manage approximately 160 product lines and support up to 650 customer delivery points . Key Responsibilities: Order Management: Process daily customer and sample orders accurately and timely across various platforms. Problem Solving: Act as the first point of contact for internal and external queries, resolving issues with empathy and business focus. Relationship Building: Work closely with dedicated TLC accounts to foster strong partnerships and track deliveries from warehouse to doorstep. Coordination: Liaise with warehouse and delivery partners to ensure service standards are consistently met. Inventory Communication: Proactively notify customers of out-of-stock situations and monitor shelf-life requirements. What We're Looking For We need a team player who can balance administrative precision with a helpful, professional telephone manner. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Experience: Previous experience in a Customer Service role is essential. Education: GCSEs in Maths and English. Tech Savvy: Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word . Communication: Excellent telephone manner and strong verbal/written communication skills. Detail-Oriented: A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is required for order processing. Bonus Points: Previous experience using SAP is highly beneficial. Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 19, 2026
Contractor
Join Our Team: Customer Service Order Entry Clerk Location: Sittingbourne (Office-based) Shift hours: Mon - Thu (09:00-5:30) & Fri (09:00 - 4:15) Contract: 6 Months Pay rate: 13.50 per hour Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for providing top-tier customer support? Client Nutrition International is looking for a Customer Service Order Entry Clerk to join our team in Sittingbourne. In this role, you will be the vital link between our products and the hospitals, wholesalers, and patients who rely on them. The Role Your primary mission is to provide excellent service through efficient order processing and proactive communication. You will manage approximately 160 product lines and support up to 650 customer delivery points . Key Responsibilities: Order Management: Process daily customer and sample orders accurately and timely across various platforms. Problem Solving: Act as the first point of contact for internal and external queries, resolving issues with empathy and business focus. Relationship Building: Work closely with dedicated TLC accounts to foster strong partnerships and track deliveries from warehouse to doorstep. Coordination: Liaise with warehouse and delivery partners to ensure service standards are consistently met. Inventory Communication: Proactively notify customers of out-of-stock situations and monitor shelf-life requirements. What We're Looking For We need a team player who can balance administrative precision with a helpful, professional telephone manner. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Experience: Previous experience in a Customer Service role is essential. Education: GCSEs in Maths and English. Tech Savvy: Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word . Communication: Excellent telephone manner and strong verbal/written communication skills. Detail-Oriented: A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is required for order processing. Bonus Points: Previous experience using SAP is highly beneficial. Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
POLARIS Recruitment Coordinator Location: Bromsgrove Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to £24,625.00 Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & Free On-site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Education, Residential and Leaving Care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a motivated and organised Recruitment Coordinator who has a passion for pursuing a career within HR. As a Recruitment Coordinator, you'll play a pivotal role between our hiring managers and candidates. Reporting to the Recruitment Manager, you will assist in the whole recruitment process, from advertising vacancies, coordinating interviews, making offers, and collating candidate documents. For the successful candidate, we offer limitless opportunities for you to develop and an attractive starting salary and benefits package. Role Responsibilities Developing a good understanding of the brands within Polaris - what they do, their work culture and environment Ownership of vacancy adverts, including drafting and posting adverts, and monitoring the applications received Reviewing applications, screening candidates, and creating a shortlist of candidates for hiring managers Sourcing candidates directly Liaising with candidates over the phone and via email, and briefing candidates about the responsibilities, salary and benefits of the job Liaising with candidates and hiring managers to set up interviews Ensuring the hiring manager has all necessary interview information, including the interview questions and application forms Informing candidates on interview feedback Building rapport and delivering excellent customer service at all times Maintaining client and candidate confidentiality Completing various administrative duties relating to recruitment Collating all documents for successful candidates, in line with company and regulatory requirements, ready for HR to begin checks and references Liaising with HR with regards to the candidate onboarding process About You Excellent communication and customer service skills Excellent attention to detail Strong organisational skills Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, and work independently managing own workload Experience working with the full Microsoft Office suite Previous experience in a Recruitment / HR role would be advantageous Previous experience or knowledge of children's residential homes would be advantageous We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Human Resources,
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
POLARIS Recruitment Coordinator Location: Bromsgrove Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to £24,625.00 Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & Free On-site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Education, Residential and Leaving Care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a motivated and organised Recruitment Coordinator who has a passion for pursuing a career within HR. As a Recruitment Coordinator, you'll play a pivotal role between our hiring managers and candidates. Reporting to the Recruitment Manager, you will assist in the whole recruitment process, from advertising vacancies, coordinating interviews, making offers, and collating candidate documents. For the successful candidate, we offer limitless opportunities for you to develop and an attractive starting salary and benefits package. Role Responsibilities Developing a good understanding of the brands within Polaris - what they do, their work culture and environment Ownership of vacancy adverts, including drafting and posting adverts, and monitoring the applications received Reviewing applications, screening candidates, and creating a shortlist of candidates for hiring managers Sourcing candidates directly Liaising with candidates over the phone and via email, and briefing candidates about the responsibilities, salary and benefits of the job Liaising with candidates and hiring managers to set up interviews Ensuring the hiring manager has all necessary interview information, including the interview questions and application forms Informing candidates on interview feedback Building rapport and delivering excellent customer service at all times Maintaining client and candidate confidentiality Completing various administrative duties relating to recruitment Collating all documents for successful candidates, in line with company and regulatory requirements, ready for HR to begin checks and references Liaising with HR with regards to the candidate onboarding process About You Excellent communication and customer service skills Excellent attention to detail Strong organisational skills Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, and work independently managing own workload Experience working with the full Microsoft Office suite Previous experience in a Recruitment / HR role would be advantageous Previous experience or knowledge of children's residential homes would be advantageous We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Human Resources,
Role: Trainee Management Accountant Location: Bromsgrove Full Time Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: £23,195.80 - £24,250.00 Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free On-site Parking ABOUT US We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. We are delighted to be seeking a Trainee Management Accountant to join our expanding team at our Head Office in Bromsgrove. This new role will comprise of the following duties: What we are looking for: We are looking for a Trainee Management Accountant to give assistance in all aspects of the Finance Department and in the process gain a thorough and well-rounded experience of the whole function. The candidate must be willing to complete the AAT/CIMA/ACCA qualification for which full study support will be offered. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the production of timely and accurate monthly management accounts for entities as assigned by the Finance Manager. Assist in the production of summary financials and commentary to support the consolidation of group numbers and flash reporting. Reconciliation and substantiation of balance sheet accounts as assigned by the finance manager. Raising risks and issues within balance sheet accounts, and ensuring appropriate measures are taken to resolve. Building effective relationships with the business in order to maintain a strong financial control environment. Continually strive for process improvement and efficiency, working cross functionally to ensure best practice is adopted. Provision of accurate information to the assigned business partner for assigned entities. Bank control for assigned entities. Development of self through professional studies and work based experience. About You: GCSE and A Level qualifications essential Basic knowledge of the full Microsoft Suite, including Excel Previous Experience in Double entry book keeping is essential Experience of Working within a finance function of a large organisation would be advantageous For an informal discussion please contact Dan White on . We are an Equal Opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Executive,
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Role: Trainee Management Accountant Location: Bromsgrove Full Time Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: £23,195.80 - £24,250.00 Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free On-site Parking ABOUT US We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. We are delighted to be seeking a Trainee Management Accountant to join our expanding team at our Head Office in Bromsgrove. This new role will comprise of the following duties: What we are looking for: We are looking for a Trainee Management Accountant to give assistance in all aspects of the Finance Department and in the process gain a thorough and well-rounded experience of the whole function. The candidate must be willing to complete the AAT/CIMA/ACCA qualification for which full study support will be offered. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the production of timely and accurate monthly management accounts for entities as assigned by the Finance Manager. Assist in the production of summary financials and commentary to support the consolidation of group numbers and flash reporting. Reconciliation and substantiation of balance sheet accounts as assigned by the finance manager. Raising risks and issues within balance sheet accounts, and ensuring appropriate measures are taken to resolve. Building effective relationships with the business in order to maintain a strong financial control environment. Continually strive for process improvement and efficiency, working cross functionally to ensure best practice is adopted. Provision of accurate information to the assigned business partner for assigned entities. Bank control for assigned entities. Development of self through professional studies and work based experience. About You: GCSE and A Level qualifications essential Basic knowledge of the full Microsoft Suite, including Excel Previous Experience in Double entry book keeping is essential Experience of Working within a finance function of a large organisation would be advantageous For an informal discussion please contact Dan White on . We are an Equal Opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Executive,
Children's Home Registered Manager (4 bed home) Location : Doncaster Contract Type : Full-time, permanent Specific Hours: 39 hours per week Salary: Up to £62,200 (includes Ofsted and Occupancy bonuses) Accountable to: Accountable to the Responsible individuals and Operational Directors At Dove Adolescent Services we support young people within our care to develop emotional resilience to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. The underpinning ethos within our homes is of fostering appropriate relationships with young people and their significant others, to support them within their future transitions into adulthood. We are currently seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager to join our services in Doncaster , looking after our brand new 4 bed home . Main Purpose of Job The Registered Manager needs to hold accountability and overall responsibility for the day to day management of the home to ensure we deliver a high quality level of care, ensuring the home actively promotes the rights of young people as individuals and provides them with quality care in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organisation. To lead a team of care workers, in conjunction with relevant legislation and guidance to ensure that good outcomes are achieved for young people within the home to meet their physical, psychological, emotional & social development. To contribute to the overall ethos, values and aims of organisation. Main Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for Service and Practice The development and delivery of high-quality care in accordance with relevant Legislation, Regulations, including Ofsted SCCIF and The Organisations Policy and Procedures guidelines, showing an awareness to integrate an equal opportunities approach, and working in an anti-discriminatory way and incorporate safeguarding responsibilities. Adherence to all legislative guidelines in respect of Health & Safety and ensure that all staff have adequate working knowledge and training. The keeping of appropriate records relating to both young people and employees and the implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems within the organisation. The provision of management information including the collection and return of statistical information as required. To develop and promote new techniques and approaches to childcare provision based in the home and be part of the senior team of the organisation, positively promoting its well-being. To attend, prepare for and chair various meetings both internally and externally. On a rota basis to take on-call responsibilities - if required to undertake sleep in shift to cover shortfalls. The ability to write concise and evaluative reports and oversee all written communication to enable us to sustain the required standards. To be responsible for decision making when appropriate. Oversight of all admissions and discharges to the home. An ability to innovate change and effectively lead a vision in line with the organisational ethos. All Managers will be expected to have a relevant Diploma level 5 or equivalent or be prepared to work towards this. Human Resource Management To be involved in the recruitment of new employees, ensuring all relevant checks are completed. To ensure that all staff are adequately inducted, supervised and appraised in line with the organisational policy To oversee Continuous professional development of staff team - ensuring all mandatory training requirements are met. To maintain effective Rota's and complete monthly expenses. To undertake the investigation of grievances, complaints, and disciplinary matters (at an appropriate level) in accordance with the Organisational policies and procedures. Management of Physical and Financial Resources Monitoring the service budget and all financial transactions, ensuring financial targets are achieved and adhered to. Responsibility for ensuring that the overall maintenance of the service premises and equipment meets requirements. External Affairs To promote the organisation in a positive way with external agencies, other professionals and members of the general public as required To liaise with commissioners/ referrals manager regarding admissions. To attend and contribute to psychotherapy leadership and management forums and to lead these meetings within team. Required Attributes Enthusiasm in providing the highest quality care and education Experience of managing a team Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures Click apply now to visit our careers portal and view full job description Benefits 25 days per annum plus 8 statutory holidays £3000 Bonus- Outstanding Ofsted Report Full Occupancy Bonus- £600 a month On Call payments- £25 weekday, £35 weekends 39 hours full time, sleep in duties required as set out per Rota of home. Some office days will be required to assist in administrative duties Petrol Allowance - Paid when using own car - proof of business insurance must be provided Pension - In line with the organisational Pension Scheme and government guidance PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Children's Home Registered Manager (4 bed home) Location : Doncaster Contract Type : Full-time, permanent Specific Hours: 39 hours per week Salary: Up to £62,200 (includes Ofsted and Occupancy bonuses) Accountable to: Accountable to the Responsible individuals and Operational Directors At Dove Adolescent Services we support young people within our care to develop emotional resilience to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. The underpinning ethos within our homes is of fostering appropriate relationships with young people and their significant others, to support them within their future transitions into adulthood. We are currently seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager to join our services in Doncaster , looking after our brand new 4 bed home . Main Purpose of Job The Registered Manager needs to hold accountability and overall responsibility for the day to day management of the home to ensure we deliver a high quality level of care, ensuring the home actively promotes the rights of young people as individuals and provides them with quality care in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organisation. To lead a team of care workers, in conjunction with relevant legislation and guidance to ensure that good outcomes are achieved for young people within the home to meet their physical, psychological, emotional & social development. To contribute to the overall ethos, values and aims of organisation. Main Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for Service and Practice The development and delivery of high-quality care in accordance with relevant Legislation, Regulations, including Ofsted SCCIF and The Organisations Policy and Procedures guidelines, showing an awareness to integrate an equal opportunities approach, and working in an anti-discriminatory way and incorporate safeguarding responsibilities. Adherence to all legislative guidelines in respect of Health & Safety and ensure that all staff have adequate working knowledge and training. The keeping of appropriate records relating to both young people and employees and the implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems within the organisation. The provision of management information including the collection and return of statistical information as required. To develop and promote new techniques and approaches to childcare provision based in the home and be part of the senior team of the organisation, positively promoting its well-being. To attend, prepare for and chair various meetings both internally and externally. On a rota basis to take on-call responsibilities - if required to undertake sleep in shift to cover shortfalls. The ability to write concise and evaluative reports and oversee all written communication to enable us to sustain the required standards. To be responsible for decision making when appropriate. Oversight of all admissions and discharges to the home. An ability to innovate change and effectively lead a vision in line with the organisational ethos. All Managers will be expected to have a relevant Diploma level 5 or equivalent or be prepared to work towards this. Human Resource Management To be involved in the recruitment of new employees, ensuring all relevant checks are completed. To ensure that all staff are adequately inducted, supervised and appraised in line with the organisational policy To oversee Continuous professional development of staff team - ensuring all mandatory training requirements are met. To maintain effective Rota's and complete monthly expenses. To undertake the investigation of grievances, complaints, and disciplinary matters (at an appropriate level) in accordance with the Organisational policies and procedures. Management of Physical and Financial Resources Monitoring the service budget and all financial transactions, ensuring financial targets are achieved and adhered to. Responsibility for ensuring that the overall maintenance of the service premises and equipment meets requirements. External Affairs To promote the organisation in a positive way with external agencies, other professionals and members of the general public as required To liaise with commissioners/ referrals manager regarding admissions. To attend and contribute to psychotherapy leadership and management forums and to lead these meetings within team. Required Attributes Enthusiasm in providing the highest quality care and education Experience of managing a team Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures Click apply now to visit our careers portal and view full job description Benefits 25 days per annum plus 8 statutory holidays £3000 Bonus- Outstanding Ofsted Report Full Occupancy Bonus- £600 a month On Call payments- £25 weekday, £35 weekends 39 hours full time, sleep in duties required as set out per Rota of home. Some office days will be required to assist in administrative duties Petrol Allowance - Paid when using own car - proof of business insurance must be provided Pension - In line with the organisational Pension Scheme and government guidance PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Resident Liaison Officer Temp to perm contract 30-34K per annum ( converted into hourly rate) Based in Hertford To promote and deliver a high standard of customer care for all residents, ensuring strong communication links exist between the resident, the client, the call centre and the operational team enabling the works to be managed effectively and proactively addressing any issues as they arise. Specific Responsibilities Act proactively to maximise comfort for all residents ensuring that any issues which arise are resolved quickly and effectively. Ensure that all residents can access and receive the best possible service. Assist in the monitoring, evaluation and control of service performance. Coordinate and attend pre-start meetings with residents to carry out needs assessment, establish colour choices/styles and complete associated documentation, discuss how to prepare for the works to be carried out, health and safety matters and safeguarding issues etc. Develop action plans arising from needs assessments through liaison with the client's representative and site management as appropriate. Co-ordinate and attend all relevant Resident Liaison forums to develop relationships with key groups, to inform them of the work taking place, to understand their priorities, receive feedback and address any concerns they may raise. Qualifications Over 2 years' experience in a customer service role, or similar. I.T literate particularly Microsoft Office and Excel and keen to extend knowledge on software packages. Well-developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work co-operatively with multi-disciplined groups. Team player, but also comfortable working alone. Understands the need for respect, sensitivity and discretion in a public facing role. A valid driving licence. Experience of Retrofit, Housing and/or Planned Maintenance - desirable, Some flexibility of working hours may be required (evening meetings). Self-Motivated, enthusiastic and calm under pressure.
Feb 19, 2026
Contractor
Resident Liaison Officer Temp to perm contract 30-34K per annum ( converted into hourly rate) Based in Hertford To promote and deliver a high standard of customer care for all residents, ensuring strong communication links exist between the resident, the client, the call centre and the operational team enabling the works to be managed effectively and proactively addressing any issues as they arise. Specific Responsibilities Act proactively to maximise comfort for all residents ensuring that any issues which arise are resolved quickly and effectively. Ensure that all residents can access and receive the best possible service. Assist in the monitoring, evaluation and control of service performance. Coordinate and attend pre-start meetings with residents to carry out needs assessment, establish colour choices/styles and complete associated documentation, discuss how to prepare for the works to be carried out, health and safety matters and safeguarding issues etc. Develop action plans arising from needs assessments through liaison with the client's representative and site management as appropriate. Co-ordinate and attend all relevant Resident Liaison forums to develop relationships with key groups, to inform them of the work taking place, to understand their priorities, receive feedback and address any concerns they may raise. Qualifications Over 2 years' experience in a customer service role, or similar. I.T literate particularly Microsoft Office and Excel and keen to extend knowledge on software packages. Well-developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work co-operatively with multi-disciplined groups. Team player, but also comfortable working alone. Understands the need for respect, sensitivity and discretion in a public facing role. A valid driving licence. Experience of Retrofit, Housing and/or Planned Maintenance - desirable, Some flexibility of working hours may be required (evening meetings). Self-Motivated, enthusiastic and calm under pressure.
Join the RAC. Together, we're going places. A competitive base salary of £38,625, with on-target earnings of up to £50,000 A guaranteed overtime option to increase your base salary to £44,385, plus additional overtime and bonus opportunities 40 hours per week, with core hours from 8:30am to 5pm, and 1 in 4 Saturdays. As an RAC Mobile Mechanic in the Service, Maintenance and Repair division, you'll bring expert vehicle maintenance and diagnostic skills directly to our customers, wherever they are. From driveways to office car parks, you'll deliver first-class service without the constraints of a traditional garage. We'll equip you for success from day one - with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided. Think independence, career progression, and real work-life balance - with a 40-hour week that keeps you moving and out of the same four walls. The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining our heritage with bold innovation. Now's the time to join a company that's redefining roadside repair. If you're a skilled, practical mechanic looking to be part of something big, this is for you. No CV required when you apply - it's easier than ever to start your journey with us. As a Mobile Mechanic at RAC, you'll get benefits that go the extra mile: Earnings That Motivate - enjoy a market-competitive base salary of £38,625, with the opportunity to increase your earnings up to £50,000 through bonuses and premium-rate overtime. A full-time 40-hour week, with Monday-Saturday availability (8am-8pm), offers flexibility and stability Opt-in Guaranteed Overtime - after your first month, you can choose to work extra rest days at £30 per hour. Just one extra day a month could earn you £3,000 more per year on top of your base salary. Two extra days could give you an extra £5,000. It's your choice - more flexibility, more reward. Tools to Drive Your Future - get started with a free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months, delivering serious tax savings. Time Off That Matters - enjoy 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service), plus bank holidays. We also support work-life balance with paid family leave, flexible schedules, and practical resources to help navigate personal commitments. Financial Security & Perks - pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions alongside life assurance cover up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits), designed to support you long-term. Wellbeing That Works for You - our 24/7 confidential support service is available to you and household members aged 16+, offering reassurance whenever you need it. Extras That Make a Difference - access Orange Savings, our exclusive discount portal with deals across top retailers, holidays, tools, tech and more. After passing probation, you'll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, giving you a stake in our collective success. Sound like your kind of role? Here's what we're after: You're someone who gets people. This isn't just spanners and engines-our mechanics are out there on driveways, chatting with customers, giving advice, and representing the RAC with pride. You're not just in the RAC-you are the RAC. Every fix, every chat, every driveway visit shows what we're all about. You like mixing things up. Every day's a little different-servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and checks. But it doesn't stop there: you'll manage your stock, do your reporting, and keep those customer conversations flowing. You think on your feet. You'll be trusted to think on your feet and make the right call for each customer. Different fixes, different faces, new challenges every day. What you'll need: Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) At least 3 years' hands-on experience as a vehicle technician working with a range of light vehicles A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points We're Orange Heroes At the RAC, we never stand still. With a legacy of over 125 years, it's this restless drive for better that's earned the trust of over 12.5 million members and it's why we're on a mission to be the UK's number one motoring services provider. That commitment to excellence isn't just felt by our members, it's echoed by our people too. With a 4.5-star rating on Glassdoor, our colleagues recognise the RAC as a place where ambition, support and authenticity come together. We're all about progress powered by people. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome every background, champion every voice and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, individuality fuels innovation and you're invited to bring your full self to it.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Join the RAC. Together, we're going places. A competitive base salary of £38,625, with on-target earnings of up to £50,000 A guaranteed overtime option to increase your base salary to £44,385, plus additional overtime and bonus opportunities 40 hours per week, with core hours from 8:30am to 5pm, and 1 in 4 Saturdays. As an RAC Mobile Mechanic in the Service, Maintenance and Repair division, you'll bring expert vehicle maintenance and diagnostic skills directly to our customers, wherever they are. From driveways to office car parks, you'll deliver first-class service without the constraints of a traditional garage. We'll equip you for success from day one - with your own RAC van, fuel card, full uniform, essential tools, and diagnostic kit all provided. Think independence, career progression, and real work-life balance - with a 40-hour week that keeps you moving and out of the same four walls. The RAC has been a trusted name for over 125 years, combining our heritage with bold innovation. Now's the time to join a company that's redefining roadside repair. If you're a skilled, practical mechanic looking to be part of something big, this is for you. No CV required when you apply - it's easier than ever to start your journey with us. As a Mobile Mechanic at RAC, you'll get benefits that go the extra mile: Earnings That Motivate - enjoy a market-competitive base salary of £38,625, with the opportunity to increase your earnings up to £50,000 through bonuses and premium-rate overtime. A full-time 40-hour week, with Monday-Saturday availability (8am-8pm), offers flexibility and stability Opt-in Guaranteed Overtime - after your first month, you can choose to work extra rest days at £30 per hour. Just one extra day a month could earn you £3,000 more per year on top of your base salary. Two extra days could give you an extra £5,000. It's your choice - more flexibility, more reward. Tools to Drive Your Future - get started with a free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months, delivering serious tax savings. Time Off That Matters - enjoy 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service), plus bank holidays. We also support work-life balance with paid family leave, flexible schedules, and practical resources to help navigate personal commitments. Financial Security & Perks - pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions alongside life assurance cover up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits), designed to support you long-term. Wellbeing That Works for You - our 24/7 confidential support service is available to you and household members aged 16+, offering reassurance whenever you need it. Extras That Make a Difference - access Orange Savings, our exclusive discount portal with deals across top retailers, holidays, tools, tech and more. After passing probation, you'll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, giving you a stake in our collective success. Sound like your kind of role? Here's what we're after: You're someone who gets people. This isn't just spanners and engines-our mechanics are out there on driveways, chatting with customers, giving advice, and representing the RAC with pride. You're not just in the RAC-you are the RAC. Every fix, every chat, every driveway visit shows what we're all about. You like mixing things up. Every day's a little different-servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and checks. But it doesn't stop there: you'll manage your stock, do your reporting, and keep those customer conversations flowing. You think on your feet. You'll be trusted to think on your feet and make the right call for each customer. Different fixes, different faces, new challenges every day. What you'll need: Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent) At least 3 years' hands-on experience as a vehicle technician working with a range of light vehicles A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points We're Orange Heroes At the RAC, we never stand still. With a legacy of over 125 years, it's this restless drive for better that's earned the trust of over 12.5 million members and it's why we're on a mission to be the UK's number one motoring services provider. That commitment to excellence isn't just felt by our members, it's echoed by our people too. With a 4.5-star rating on Glassdoor, our colleagues recognise the RAC as a place where ambition, support and authenticity come together. We're all about progress powered by people. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome every background, champion every voice and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, individuality fuels innovation and you're invited to bring your full self to it.
Personal Assistant / Legal Administrator (with Practice Management Progression) Salary: £30,000 The Claims Partnership A specialist firm of Solicitors based in Preston, we act exclusively in high-value Personal Injury, Medical Negligence and Professional Negligence claims on a No Win/No Fee basis. We are a boutique practice with a national reach, known for handling complex, life-changing cases and for embracing innovation, legal technology and AI-driven systems across our legal work, operations and marketing. This role replaces the firm owner s long-standing Personal Assistant and offers an exceptional opportunity for the right individual to shape, expand and evolve the position well beyond a traditional PA remit. The Role This is a hybrid position combining: Personal Assistant and Legal Administration duties; and The opportunity to develop into a broader Practice Management role. The successful candidate will support the Principal Solicitor and the wider practice, taking responsibility for a range of clerical, administrative, legal and operational functions. Not all duties must be covered on day one. The role is intentionally flexible and will be tailored around the strengths, experience and ambitions of the appointed candidate. Core Responsibilities PA, Legal and Office Administration: Letter and document production. Legal correspondence, document formatting and file management. Data inputting and use of the firm s case management system. Filing (digital and physical), post handling and document control. General legal administration and clerical support. Managing routine office administration contractors, stationary etc. Legal Work (to Paralegal Standard): Assisting with case preparation and file progression. Drafting routine legal documents and correspondence. Supporting fee-earners with evidence collation and case management. Potential for expansion and specialisation in legal work. Practice Management and Business Support (Developmental) Subject to aptitude and interest, the role may expand to include: Accounts support, including month-end processes and financial administration. Practice management systems and operational oversight. Marketing support, including social media campaigns, Pay-Per-Click (PPC) campaigns, and CRM activity, including HubSpot (experience helpful but not essential). Process improvement and use of legal technology and AI tools What We re Looking For Essential: Experience in a PA, legal administration, management or similar role. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, Adobe, and PDF document handling. Confidence using case management systems. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. High-quality written English and professional communication skills. Discretion and the ability to work with confidential and sensitive information. Fast typing skills. Desirable: Experience in a Solicitors practice or professional services environment. Familiarity with legal processes and terminology. Experience or interest in practice management or accounts. Marketing or CRM exposure, particularly HubSpot. Confidence with technology and process improvement. Benefits: Salary of £30,000+ depending on experience. Pension, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and sick pay. Genuine scope for role expansion and specialisation. A flat, collaborative firm structure with a strong emphasis on quality and innovation. Location and Key Dates Location: Preston, PR1 Start date: March / April 2026 Application deadline: 3 March 2026 How to Apply Please apply now with an up-to-date CV and Cover Letter. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Personal Assistant / Legal Administrator (with Practice Management Progression) Salary: £30,000 The Claims Partnership A specialist firm of Solicitors based in Preston, we act exclusively in high-value Personal Injury, Medical Negligence and Professional Negligence claims on a No Win/No Fee basis. We are a boutique practice with a national reach, known for handling complex, life-changing cases and for embracing innovation, legal technology and AI-driven systems across our legal work, operations and marketing. This role replaces the firm owner s long-standing Personal Assistant and offers an exceptional opportunity for the right individual to shape, expand and evolve the position well beyond a traditional PA remit. The Role This is a hybrid position combining: Personal Assistant and Legal Administration duties; and The opportunity to develop into a broader Practice Management role. The successful candidate will support the Principal Solicitor and the wider practice, taking responsibility for a range of clerical, administrative, legal and operational functions. Not all duties must be covered on day one. The role is intentionally flexible and will be tailored around the strengths, experience and ambitions of the appointed candidate. Core Responsibilities PA, Legal and Office Administration: Letter and document production. Legal correspondence, document formatting and file management. Data inputting and use of the firm s case management system. Filing (digital and physical), post handling and document control. General legal administration and clerical support. Managing routine office administration contractors, stationary etc. Legal Work (to Paralegal Standard): Assisting with case preparation and file progression. Drafting routine legal documents and correspondence. Supporting fee-earners with evidence collation and case management. Potential for expansion and specialisation in legal work. Practice Management and Business Support (Developmental) Subject to aptitude and interest, the role may expand to include: Accounts support, including month-end processes and financial administration. Practice management systems and operational oversight. Marketing support, including social media campaigns, Pay-Per-Click (PPC) campaigns, and CRM activity, including HubSpot (experience helpful but not essential). Process improvement and use of legal technology and AI tools What We re Looking For Essential: Experience in a PA, legal administration, management or similar role. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, Adobe, and PDF document handling. Confidence using case management systems. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. High-quality written English and professional communication skills. Discretion and the ability to work with confidential and sensitive information. Fast typing skills. Desirable: Experience in a Solicitors practice or professional services environment. Familiarity with legal processes and terminology. Experience or interest in practice management or accounts. Marketing or CRM exposure, particularly HubSpot. Confidence with technology and process improvement. Benefits: Salary of £30,000+ depending on experience. Pension, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and sick pay. Genuine scope for role expansion and specialisation. A flat, collaborative firm structure with a strong emphasis on quality and innovation. Location and Key Dates Location: Preston, PR1 Start date: March / April 2026 Application deadline: 3 March 2026 How to Apply Please apply now with an up-to-date CV and Cover Letter. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Statement of Accounts, audit, and technical accounting for robust financial governance Your new company The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) is the strategic regional authority for Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Derby and Nottingham. Your new role We are delighted to be partnering exclusively with the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) to recruit a highly skilled Corporate Accountant-a pivotal role at the heart of a growing and ambitious organisation shaping the future of the region. This is a rare opportunity to own, influence and elevate the Authority's entire technical accounting and statutory reporting function. If you thrive as the go to technical expert, bring excellence to year end processes, and enjoy working with senior leaders to build robust financial governance, this is a role where your impact will be truly visible. As EMCCA's technical accounting lead, you will take full ownership of the annual Statement of Accounts, ensuring accuracy, audit readiness and compliance with the CIPFA Code of Practice. You'll lead the external audit relationship end to end, drive organisation wide improvements to year end processes, and shape the Authority's accounting policies and governance framework. This is a key professional role with genuine breadth-covering statutory reporting, audit, WGA, fixed assets, VAT, and continuous improvement. You'll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking finance team at a formative moment, helping build strong foundations for EMCCA's long term success. As Corporate Accountant, you will: Lead the full production of EMCCA's Statement of Accounts, designing the closedown timetable and ensuring full CIPFA Code compliance. Prepare and review high quality working papers and evidence, ensuring audit readiness. Coordinate and manage the external audit, agreeing the audit plan, overseeing evidence requests, and resolving complex technical queries. Strengthen financial governance by developing technical accounting policies, year end procedures and internal control frameworks. Provide expert advice on capital, reserves, provisions, accruals, and non routine or complex transactions. Produce and submit statutory returns including Whole of Government Accounts (WGA). Drive process improvements through automation, efficiency and enhanced quality. Lead fixed asset accounting, ensuring a robust asset register, accurate capital accounting, and timely depreciation. Oversee VAT compliance, returns and advisory support. Build capability across the organisation through training on statutory accounting and closedown processes. What you'll need to succeed You will be a confident technical specialist who brings expertise, clarity and assurance to financial reporting. You'll thrive on ownership, accuracy and process improvement, and you'll enjoy supporting colleagues and senior leaders with high quality professional advice. Essential Experience & Skills: Full CCAB qualification. Proven experience producing CIPFA compliant Statements of Accounts and audit ready working papers. Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to interpret accounting standards and statutory guidance. Experience supporting external audit, resolving complex accounting queries. Demonstrable success improving closedown processes and delivering measurable benefits. Excellent communication skills, including explaining technical information to non-finance colleagues. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Experience within the public sector or a large/complex organisation. Desirable: Significant experience leading external audit processes. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now As EMCCA's exclusive recruitment partner, we are managing the full recruitment process. To discuss this role confidentially please contact: #
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Statement of Accounts, audit, and technical accounting for robust financial governance Your new company The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) is the strategic regional authority for Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Derby and Nottingham. Your new role We are delighted to be partnering exclusively with the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) to recruit a highly skilled Corporate Accountant-a pivotal role at the heart of a growing and ambitious organisation shaping the future of the region. This is a rare opportunity to own, influence and elevate the Authority's entire technical accounting and statutory reporting function. If you thrive as the go to technical expert, bring excellence to year end processes, and enjoy working with senior leaders to build robust financial governance, this is a role where your impact will be truly visible. As EMCCA's technical accounting lead, you will take full ownership of the annual Statement of Accounts, ensuring accuracy, audit readiness and compliance with the CIPFA Code of Practice. You'll lead the external audit relationship end to end, drive organisation wide improvements to year end processes, and shape the Authority's accounting policies and governance framework. This is a key professional role with genuine breadth-covering statutory reporting, audit, WGA, fixed assets, VAT, and continuous improvement. You'll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking finance team at a formative moment, helping build strong foundations for EMCCA's long term success. As Corporate Accountant, you will: Lead the full production of EMCCA's Statement of Accounts, designing the closedown timetable and ensuring full CIPFA Code compliance. Prepare and review high quality working papers and evidence, ensuring audit readiness. Coordinate and manage the external audit, agreeing the audit plan, overseeing evidence requests, and resolving complex technical queries. Strengthen financial governance by developing technical accounting policies, year end procedures and internal control frameworks. Provide expert advice on capital, reserves, provisions, accruals, and non routine or complex transactions. Produce and submit statutory returns including Whole of Government Accounts (WGA). Drive process improvements through automation, efficiency and enhanced quality. Lead fixed asset accounting, ensuring a robust asset register, accurate capital accounting, and timely depreciation. Oversee VAT compliance, returns and advisory support. Build capability across the organisation through training on statutory accounting and closedown processes. What you'll need to succeed You will be a confident technical specialist who brings expertise, clarity and assurance to financial reporting. You'll thrive on ownership, accuracy and process improvement, and you'll enjoy supporting colleagues and senior leaders with high quality professional advice. Essential Experience & Skills: Full CCAB qualification. Proven experience producing CIPFA compliant Statements of Accounts and audit ready working papers. Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to interpret accounting standards and statutory guidance. Experience supporting external audit, resolving complex accounting queries. Demonstrable success improving closedown processes and delivering measurable benefits. Excellent communication skills, including explaining technical information to non-finance colleagues. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Experience within the public sector or a large/complex organisation. Desirable: Significant experience leading external audit processes. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now As EMCCA's exclusive recruitment partner, we are managing the full recruitment process. To discuss this role confidentially please contact: #
The Best Connection are seeking to recruit HGV Class 1 (LGV C+E) Drivers to work with our client based in Darlington . Our client is a well-established business specialising in general haulage, providing a complete haulage service to all parts of the UK. Whatever needs to be moved and wherever it needs to go, they offer a reliable and honest service to their customers click apply for full job details
Feb 19, 2026
Seasonal
The Best Connection are seeking to recruit HGV Class 1 (LGV C+E) Drivers to work with our client based in Darlington . Our client is a well-established business specialising in general haulage, providing a complete haulage service to all parts of the UK. Whatever needs to be moved and wherever it needs to go, they offer a reliable and honest service to their customers click apply for full job details
Position: Junior Architectural Technologist Location: Leeds, City Centre Salary: Up to 30,000 + 2 days hybrid working We are seeking a motivated Junior Architectural Technologist to join a leading design-led practice based in Leeds City Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career technologist to develop their technical skills within an award-winning, AJ Top 100 practice, working on high-profile projects with a strong emphasis on quality, innovation and sustainability. You will be part of a collaborative technical team, supporting the delivery of projects across a range of sectors including Commercial, Mixed-Use, and Residential developments, typically ranging from 5m to 100m+ in value. This role offers structured support, mentoring, and clear progression opportunities within a practice that is committed to professional development and technical excellence. Junior Architectural Technologist Salary & Benefits Competitive salary: 25,000 - 30,000 DOE Hybrid & flexible working hours Pension scheme 23 days annual leave + bank holidays Christmas shutdown period Life assurance and workplace pension Potential bonus based on performance Excellent training and career progression opportunities Additional benefits to be discussed at interview stage Junior Architectural Technologist Job Overview Assist in the technical delivery of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors Support the production of detailed technical drawings and specifications Work closely with Architects and Senior Technologists throughout all RIBA stages Assist with coordinating information between consultants and contractors Contribute to the development of compliant and buildable technical solutions Prepare planning, technical, and construction drawing packages Ensure work aligns with UK building regulations and industry standards Support project delivery to a high standard of quality and accuracy Junior Architectural Technologist Job Requirements Degree or HNC/HND in Architectural Technology or related discipline Basic to intermediate knowledge of Revit Awareness of UK building regulations and construction detailing Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment Enthusiastic, proactive, and keen to progress professionally Live within a commutable distance of Leeds City Centre Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Position: Junior Architectural Technologist Location: Leeds, City Centre Salary: Up to 30,000 + 2 days hybrid working We are seeking a motivated Junior Architectural Technologist to join a leading design-led practice based in Leeds City Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career technologist to develop their technical skills within an award-winning, AJ Top 100 practice, working on high-profile projects with a strong emphasis on quality, innovation and sustainability. You will be part of a collaborative technical team, supporting the delivery of projects across a range of sectors including Commercial, Mixed-Use, and Residential developments, typically ranging from 5m to 100m+ in value. This role offers structured support, mentoring, and clear progression opportunities within a practice that is committed to professional development and technical excellence. Junior Architectural Technologist Salary & Benefits Competitive salary: 25,000 - 30,000 DOE Hybrid & flexible working hours Pension scheme 23 days annual leave + bank holidays Christmas shutdown period Life assurance and workplace pension Potential bonus based on performance Excellent training and career progression opportunities Additional benefits to be discussed at interview stage Junior Architectural Technologist Job Overview Assist in the technical delivery of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors Support the production of detailed technical drawings and specifications Work closely with Architects and Senior Technologists throughout all RIBA stages Assist with coordinating information between consultants and contractors Contribute to the development of compliant and buildable technical solutions Prepare planning, technical, and construction drawing packages Ensure work aligns with UK building regulations and industry standards Support project delivery to a high standard of quality and accuracy Junior Architectural Technologist Job Requirements Degree or HNC/HND in Architectural Technology or related discipline Basic to intermediate knowledge of Revit Awareness of UK building regulations and construction detailing Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment Enthusiastic, proactive, and keen to progress professionally Live within a commutable distance of Leeds City Centre Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Assistant Fabric Manager Central London 45,000 - 50,000 Hexagon Group have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Fabric Manager to join a high performing property management team based at a vibrant, mixed-use estate located in Central London. Our client are a highly established property management company, that partner with some of the UK's highly prestigious property developers, and real estate investment companies, managing highly notable assets of theirs. The successful candidate will assist the Senior Fabric Manager in maintaining and enhancing the quality of building fabric services across the estate. They will play a key role in ensuring the estate remains a safe, well-presented, and dynamic environment for tenants, visitors, and the wider community. Key Responsibilities Assist the Senior Fabric Manager with day-to-day operations and provide full cover during periods of absence. Lead the delivery of minor fabric projects, managing all phases from initial planning to final completion. Coordinate reactive repairs and scheduled maintenance, working closely with internal teams and external contractors. Uphold health and safety standards by reviewing and approving risk assessments and method statements. Monitor ongoing works and carry out final inspections to ensure high-quality results and cost-effective delivery. Contribute to the preparation of budgets and ensure effective financial management of fabric-related activities. Champion ESG initiatives and integrate sustainable practices across all maintenance and repair operations. You will bring practical knowledge of fabric maintenance trades such as carpentry, glazing, and stonemasonry, along with experience managing contractors and overseeing fabric-related maintenance. You will also have a solid understanding of work permits and safe systems of work, coupled with a proactive and professional approach. While an IOSH certification is desirable, it is not mandatory. Please apply with a copy of your CV if this role interests you!
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Assistant Fabric Manager Central London 45,000 - 50,000 Hexagon Group have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Fabric Manager to join a high performing property management team based at a vibrant, mixed-use estate located in Central London. Our client are a highly established property management company, that partner with some of the UK's highly prestigious property developers, and real estate investment companies, managing highly notable assets of theirs. The successful candidate will assist the Senior Fabric Manager in maintaining and enhancing the quality of building fabric services across the estate. They will play a key role in ensuring the estate remains a safe, well-presented, and dynamic environment for tenants, visitors, and the wider community. Key Responsibilities Assist the Senior Fabric Manager with day-to-day operations and provide full cover during periods of absence. Lead the delivery of minor fabric projects, managing all phases from initial planning to final completion. Coordinate reactive repairs and scheduled maintenance, working closely with internal teams and external contractors. Uphold health and safety standards by reviewing and approving risk assessments and method statements. Monitor ongoing works and carry out final inspections to ensure high-quality results and cost-effective delivery. Contribute to the preparation of budgets and ensure effective financial management of fabric-related activities. Champion ESG initiatives and integrate sustainable practices across all maintenance and repair operations. You will bring practical knowledge of fabric maintenance trades such as carpentry, glazing, and stonemasonry, along with experience managing contractors and overseeing fabric-related maintenance. You will also have a solid understanding of work permits and safe systems of work, coupled with a proactive and professional approach. While an IOSH certification is desirable, it is not mandatory. Please apply with a copy of your CV if this role interests you!
Ready to take charge of a busy workshop and keep everything running smoothly? The Opportunity: Are you an experienced automotive professional ready to take the step into your next career? Here at Hendy, were looking for a passionate, motivated and customer focussed Workshop Controller to join the team and lead our busy service department click apply for full job details
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Ready to take charge of a busy workshop and keep everything running smoothly? The Opportunity: Are you an experienced automotive professional ready to take the step into your next career? Here at Hendy, were looking for a passionate, motivated and customer focussed Workshop Controller to join the team and lead our busy service department click apply for full job details
Location for this position is flexible, we are accepting candidates who are able to work Hybrid in either our Osterley or Leeds office. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. As a Design System Design Manager in our digital customer experience team, you'll own the creation of world-class customer experiences and deliver transformative solutions across and the My Sky app via our design system. You'll lead Agile teams, drive design strategy, and be accountable for outcomes that reflect our brand and meet customer needs. Sitting within the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence, you'll support CX strategy, design excellence, and performance across product roadmaps for the UK & Ireland. From joining Sky to engaging with our latest services, we're driven by one purpose: to create better experiences for our customers. What you'll do: Lead a small team of product designers to deliver world-class, innovative, and intuitive evidence-based user experiences across web and native platforms. Own the Sky design system strategic direction, ensuring scalability, governance, and alignment with product strategy and business goals. Partner with engineering, product, research, and analytics to ensure system usability, performance, and brand consistency across platforms. Be responsible for system architecture, tokenisation, documentation quality, and design-engineering parity, while using AI tools and engaging with Design Ops to improve efficiency. Champion inclusive design and embed WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards across all components, patterns, and motion principles. Shape the end-to-end experience vision, define CX KPIs, and link design system adoption to measurable business outcomes. What you'll bring: Demonstrated experience delivering world-class, large-scale digital products and design systems across responsive web and native applications. Expert-level skills with component libraries, token structures, and conditional prototyping for scalable systems. Mastery in accessibility to create inclusive experiences, using user research methods to understand customer problems and behaviours, and analytics tools (Usertesting, Adobe Analytics) to interpret user behaviour and analyse performance Proven experience partnering with developers on component implementation, governance pipelines, and code alignment. Strong storytelling, stakeholder influence, and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. Portfolio: Interested? While applying, please include portfolio/content showing evidence of your experience across these four areas: 1. People - Helping develop high-performing teams. 2. Process - Applying scalable UCD methods that drive measurable outcomes. 3. Position - Influencing strategy and embedding design across an organisation. 4. Product - Producing provable world-class app-first digital experiences (Outcomes & Impact) The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. Your office base - London (Osterley) Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. - OR Leeds Our spacious Leeds tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Location for this position is flexible, we are accepting candidates who are able to work Hybrid in either our Osterley or Leeds office. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 6 countries, make your mark at Europe's leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. As a Design System Design Manager in our digital customer experience team, you'll own the creation of world-class customer experiences and deliver transformative solutions across and the My Sky app via our design system. You'll lead Agile teams, drive design strategy, and be accountable for outcomes that reflect our brand and meet customer needs. Sitting within the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence, you'll support CX strategy, design excellence, and performance across product roadmaps for the UK & Ireland. From joining Sky to engaging with our latest services, we're driven by one purpose: to create better experiences for our customers. What you'll do: Lead a small team of product designers to deliver world-class, innovative, and intuitive evidence-based user experiences across web and native platforms. Own the Sky design system strategic direction, ensuring scalability, governance, and alignment with product strategy and business goals. Partner with engineering, product, research, and analytics to ensure system usability, performance, and brand consistency across platforms. Be responsible for system architecture, tokenisation, documentation quality, and design-engineering parity, while using AI tools and engaging with Design Ops to improve efficiency. Champion inclusive design and embed WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards across all components, patterns, and motion principles. Shape the end-to-end experience vision, define CX KPIs, and link design system adoption to measurable business outcomes. What you'll bring: Demonstrated experience delivering world-class, large-scale digital products and design systems across responsive web and native applications. Expert-level skills with component libraries, token structures, and conditional prototyping for scalable systems. Mastery in accessibility to create inclusive experiences, using user research methods to understand customer problems and behaviours, and analytics tools (Usertesting, Adobe Analytics) to interpret user behaviour and analyse performance Proven experience partnering with developers on component implementation, governance pipelines, and code alignment. Strong storytelling, stakeholder influence, and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. Portfolio: Interested? While applying, please include portfolio/content showing evidence of your experience across these four areas: 1. People - Helping develop high-performing teams. 2. Process - Applying scalable UCD methods that drive measurable outcomes. 3. Position - Influencing strategy and embedding design across an organisation. 4. Product - Producing provable world-class app-first digital experiences (Outcomes & Impact) The Rewards: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. Your office base - London (Osterley) Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. - OR Leeds Our spacious Leeds tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: £28,500 Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on . No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: £28,500 Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on . No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Senior Civil Engineer Cardiff or Bristol About the Company: We are a well-established civil and structural engineering consultancy delivering practical, high-quality engineering solutions across the built environment. Our work spans residential, commercial, education, leisure and mixed-use developments, supporting clients from early feasibility through planning, detailed design and construction. The practice is known for its collaborative approach, technical excellence and strong client relationships. With a growing pipeline of work across Wales and the South West, the business offers a supportive and progressive environment where engineers are encouraged to take ownership of projects, develop their technical skills and progress their careers. Role Overview: An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join the team in either the Cardiff or Bristol office . The role will focus on the delivery of civil and infrastructure design for residential developments, including highways and drainage design and the management of Section 278 works. You will take a lead role on projects, work closely with clients and local authorities, and support the development of junior engineers within the team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage civil engineering design for residential and mixed-use developments. Deliver projects from feasibility and planning support through to detailed design and construction. Prepare and review technical calculations, drawings, reports and specifications. Design and coordinate Section 278 highways works and liaise with local highway authorities. Manage drainage strategies, including SuDS, flood risk and utilities coordination. Coordinate with other disciplines and external consultants. Attend client meetings and provide technical advice throughout the project lifecycle. Support construction phases, responding to RFIs and undertaking site visits as required. Mentor and support junior engineers, ensuring technical quality and consistency. Skills & Experience: Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (or equivalent). Chartered or working towards Chartered status with ICE or similar. Strong background in residential development projects . Proven experience delivering Section 278 highways works . Good working knowledge of UK design standards and approval processes. Experience in drainage design, highways geometry, earthworks and levels design. Competent with relevant design software such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD and drainage tools. Confident communicator with the ability to manage projects and client relationships. What s On Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Clear career progression and support towards chartership. Varied project workload and opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities. Friendly, collaborative and supportive working environment. Location The role can be based in either Cardiff or Bristol , offering flexibility across Wales and the South West.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Senior Civil Engineer Cardiff or Bristol About the Company: We are a well-established civil and structural engineering consultancy delivering practical, high-quality engineering solutions across the built environment. Our work spans residential, commercial, education, leisure and mixed-use developments, supporting clients from early feasibility through planning, detailed design and construction. The practice is known for its collaborative approach, technical excellence and strong client relationships. With a growing pipeline of work across Wales and the South West, the business offers a supportive and progressive environment where engineers are encouraged to take ownership of projects, develop their technical skills and progress their careers. Role Overview: An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join the team in either the Cardiff or Bristol office . The role will focus on the delivery of civil and infrastructure design for residential developments, including highways and drainage design and the management of Section 278 works. You will take a lead role on projects, work closely with clients and local authorities, and support the development of junior engineers within the team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage civil engineering design for residential and mixed-use developments. Deliver projects from feasibility and planning support through to detailed design and construction. Prepare and review technical calculations, drawings, reports and specifications. Design and coordinate Section 278 highways works and liaise with local highway authorities. Manage drainage strategies, including SuDS, flood risk and utilities coordination. Coordinate with other disciplines and external consultants. Attend client meetings and provide technical advice throughout the project lifecycle. Support construction phases, responding to RFIs and undertaking site visits as required. Mentor and support junior engineers, ensuring technical quality and consistency. Skills & Experience: Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (or equivalent). Chartered or working towards Chartered status with ICE or similar. Strong background in residential development projects . Proven experience delivering Section 278 highways works . Good working knowledge of UK design standards and approval processes. Experience in drainage design, highways geometry, earthworks and levels design. Competent with relevant design software such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD and drainage tools. Confident communicator with the ability to manage projects and client relationships. What s On Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Clear career progression and support towards chartership. Varied project workload and opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities. Friendly, collaborative and supportive working environment. Location The role can be based in either Cardiff or Bristol , offering flexibility across Wales and the South West.
Department Manager Liverpool Competitive Salary + Benefits We have an exciting opportunity for a Department Manager to join a well-known brand celebrated for high-quality sports and outdoor gear that inspires adventure and active living. This is the perfect role for a driven retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, energetic environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. As Department Manager, you'll take full ownership of your area within the store - leading your team, driving performance, and creating an inspiring environment for outdoor enthusiasts and sports lovers alike. What You'll Do as a Department Manager: Lead, motivate, and develop a dedicated team of sports and outdoor specialists within your department. Take full accountability for sales performance, KPIs, and achieving department targets. Deliver a knowledgeable, inspiring service that helps customers find the perfect gear for their adventures. Ensure exceptional visual merchandising and operational standards that excite and engage customers. Manage stock control, availability, and replenishment to maximise sales opportunities. Maintain high standards of health & safety and operational compliance. Create a positive, high-performance culture built on teamwork, energy, and service excellence. About You - Our New Department Manager: You'll be a confident and commercially focused retail leader with experience managing a team and driving performance. Passionate about sport, fitness, or the outdoors, you understand how to create an engaging and memorable customer journey. You'll bring: Proven experience in a retail leadership role (Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or Department Manager level) Strong commercial awareness and KPI management A hands-on leadership style with the ability to inspire and develop others Energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding service Why Join as a Department Manager? This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership within a thriving, growing business that is synonymous with quality and service excellence. You'll enjoy: Competitive salary Bonus potential Generous staff discount Clear progression opportunities Ongoing development and training Our client is expanding rapidly and opening new stores - this is the perfect time to join the journey. Apply now to take the next step in your retail leadership career as a Department Manager with an ambitious and growing brand. BH35533
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Department Manager Liverpool Competitive Salary + Benefits We have an exciting opportunity for a Department Manager to join a well-known brand celebrated for high-quality sports and outdoor gear that inspires adventure and active living. This is the perfect role for a driven retail leader who thrives in a fast-paced, energetic environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences. As Department Manager, you'll take full ownership of your area within the store - leading your team, driving performance, and creating an inspiring environment for outdoor enthusiasts and sports lovers alike. What You'll Do as a Department Manager: Lead, motivate, and develop a dedicated team of sports and outdoor specialists within your department. Take full accountability for sales performance, KPIs, and achieving department targets. Deliver a knowledgeable, inspiring service that helps customers find the perfect gear for their adventures. Ensure exceptional visual merchandising and operational standards that excite and engage customers. Manage stock control, availability, and replenishment to maximise sales opportunities. Maintain high standards of health & safety and operational compliance. Create a positive, high-performance culture built on teamwork, energy, and service excellence. About You - Our New Department Manager: You'll be a confident and commercially focused retail leader with experience managing a team and driving performance. Passionate about sport, fitness, or the outdoors, you understand how to create an engaging and memorable customer journey. You'll bring: Proven experience in a retail leadership role (Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or Department Manager level) Strong commercial awareness and KPI management A hands-on leadership style with the ability to inspire and develop others Energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding service Why Join as a Department Manager? This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership within a thriving, growing business that is synonymous with quality and service excellence. You'll enjoy: Competitive salary Bonus potential Generous staff discount Clear progression opportunities Ongoing development and training Our client is expanding rapidly and opening new stores - this is the perfect time to join the journey. Apply now to take the next step in your retail leadership career as a Department Manager with an ambitious and growing brand. BH35533
Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Tenancy Administrator to join Ashfield Council on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities Supporting the Tenancy and Estates Team with a wide range of housing management activities Managing appointment systems for housing officers, including housing surgeries, estate inspections, new tenant visits, and tenancy reviews Administering requests for mutual exchanges, successions, tenancy assignments, and permissions Handling incoming and outgoing customer enquiries, encouraging feedback to improve services Providing reception cover, dealing with telephone and face-to-face enquiries, and offering housing advice Supporting housing officers during visits, including inspections, safe and well checks, and tenancy visits Processing requests for TV licences, keys/fobs, screening requests, and other service referrals Assisting with sheltered scheme reviews and refurbishment projects Providing cover for the Lifeline Service and supporting other council teams when required Collecting and preparing statistical data, performance information, and management reports Maintaining electronic filing and housing management systems, including scanning and data input Carrying out general administrative duties including correspondence, minute-taking, photocopying, and document preparation Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you!
Feb 19, 2026
Contractor
Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Tenancy Administrator to join Ashfield Council on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities Supporting the Tenancy and Estates Team with a wide range of housing management activities Managing appointment systems for housing officers, including housing surgeries, estate inspections, new tenant visits, and tenancy reviews Administering requests for mutual exchanges, successions, tenancy assignments, and permissions Handling incoming and outgoing customer enquiries, encouraging feedback to improve services Providing reception cover, dealing with telephone and face-to-face enquiries, and offering housing advice Supporting housing officers during visits, including inspections, safe and well checks, and tenancy visits Processing requests for TV licences, keys/fobs, screening requests, and other service referrals Assisting with sheltered scheme reviews and refurbishment projects Providing cover for the Lifeline Service and supporting other council teams when required Collecting and preparing statistical data, performance information, and management reports Maintaining electronic filing and housing management systems, including scanning and data input Carrying out general administrative duties including correspondence, minute-taking, photocopying, and document preparation Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you!