Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child's Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer - Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or over Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important - Visa Status We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status Graduate visas Skilled Worker visas Student visas Health & Care Worker visas Spouse Visa Any other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK. If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Nursery Manager Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Nursery Manager, leading early years teams, supporting child development, and overseeing high-quality care, you already have skills that could change a child's future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering leadership, consistency, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and resilience. This role offers you the chance to transform a child's life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays Up to 28 days respite each year Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model Membership of The Fostering Network Be part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You? We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live in Bedford or the surrounding area Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs, particularly through nursery management or early years leadership Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Ideally, you will have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child's needs. Please note - fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role. Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Nursery Manager skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child's Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer - Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or over Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important - Visa Status We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status Graduate visas Skilled Worker visas Student visas Health & Care Worker visas Spouse Visa Any other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK. If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Nursery Manager Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Nursery Manager, leading early years teams, supporting child development, and overseeing high-quality care, you already have skills that could change a child's future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering leadership, consistency, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and resilience. This role offers you the chance to transform a child's life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays Up to 28 days respite each year Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model Membership of The Fostering Network Be part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You? We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live in Bedford or the surrounding area Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs, particularly through nursery management or early years leadership Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Ideally, you will have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child's needs. Please note - fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role. Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Nursery Manager skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.
KEY DUTIES Ensure all children are safe and engaged in stimulating, age-appropriate play and learning activities. Manage the daily operation of your room, supporting other nursery services as needed. Assist management in maintaining compliance with regulatory, safeguarding, and health and safety requirements click apply for full job details
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
KEY DUTIES Ensure all children are safe and engaged in stimulating, age-appropriate play and learning activities. Manage the daily operation of your room, supporting other nursery services as needed. Assist management in maintaining compliance with regulatory, safeguarding, and health and safety requirements click apply for full job details
Horticulture Site Supervisor Horticulture Commercial Nursery Salary: 29,000 - 35,000 Looking for a horticulture role where your leadership and plant knowledge really matter? Want to oversee a busy propagation site, work closely with a skilled team, and play a key part in producing millions of plants each year? This is an exciting opportunity to join a small but high-output nursery propagation site, producing around 2 million plants annually. You'll oversee the site as a whole, from propagation to active sales crops, ensuring plants are grown efficiently, to high standards, and moved across the wider business as needed. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values practical knowledge, hands-on leadership, and technical expertise. What's in it for you? Competitive salary Relocation support available. Company pension and life assurance Opportunities for professional development and career progression Work with a passionate, skilled horticulture team. Be part of a business producing millions of plants across multiple sites The Role As Site Supervisor, you'll take ownership of the propagation site, liaising with the Propagation Manager and leading the operational side of the site. Day-to-day, you'll be: Supervising and coordinating site activity, including crops, staff, buildings, and infrastructure Working closely with the propagation team to ensure plants are produced efficiently and released on schedule. Quality checking propagated plants and organising their movement across the wider business. Overseeing sales crops and supporting the Crop Grower, ensuring healthy, well-managed production Liaising with the wider business to plan propagation schedules and production priorities. Maintaining health & safety standards and a safe, efficient work environment Supporting spraying and IPM activities as needed Managing records, reporting, and other administrative tasks, including Microsoft Office and Excel This role is hands-on and highly visible. Your leadership, organisation, and technical skills will ensure the team works efficiently and the site operates smoothly. About You Proven experience in a commercial nursery, with a solid understanding of plant production. Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with experience managing or leading teams. Practical knowledge of irrigation, IPM, and crop care Microsoft Office proficient, including Excel and PIVOT tables. PA1/PA6 spraying qualifications are desirable but not essential. What's Next? For a confidential chat, call me, Sarah, on (phone number removed), email (url removed), or send a message on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't fully up to date. Just send what you have, and we'll take it from there.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Horticulture Site Supervisor Horticulture Commercial Nursery Salary: 29,000 - 35,000 Looking for a horticulture role where your leadership and plant knowledge really matter? Want to oversee a busy propagation site, work closely with a skilled team, and play a key part in producing millions of plants each year? This is an exciting opportunity to join a small but high-output nursery propagation site, producing around 2 million plants annually. You'll oversee the site as a whole, from propagation to active sales crops, ensuring plants are grown efficiently, to high standards, and moved across the wider business as needed. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values practical knowledge, hands-on leadership, and technical expertise. What's in it for you? Competitive salary Relocation support available. Company pension and life assurance Opportunities for professional development and career progression Work with a passionate, skilled horticulture team. Be part of a business producing millions of plants across multiple sites The Role As Site Supervisor, you'll take ownership of the propagation site, liaising with the Propagation Manager and leading the operational side of the site. Day-to-day, you'll be: Supervising and coordinating site activity, including crops, staff, buildings, and infrastructure Working closely with the propagation team to ensure plants are produced efficiently and released on schedule. Quality checking propagated plants and organising their movement across the wider business. Overseeing sales crops and supporting the Crop Grower, ensuring healthy, well-managed production Liaising with the wider business to plan propagation schedules and production priorities. Maintaining health & safety standards and a safe, efficient work environment Supporting spraying and IPM activities as needed Managing records, reporting, and other administrative tasks, including Microsoft Office and Excel This role is hands-on and highly visible. Your leadership, organisation, and technical skills will ensure the team works efficiently and the site operates smoothly. About You Proven experience in a commercial nursery, with a solid understanding of plant production. Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with experience managing or leading teams. Practical knowledge of irrigation, IPM, and crop care Microsoft Office proficient, including Excel and PIVOT tables. PA1/PA6 spraying qualifications are desirable but not essential. What's Next? For a confidential chat, call me, Sarah, on (phone number removed), email (url removed), or send a message on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't fully up to date. Just send what you have, and we'll take it from there.
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Start Your Career with a Catering Apprenticeship! Are you passionate about starting a rewarding career in the catering industry? If you're eager to learn, grow, and develop your skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, our Catering Apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you're stepping into catering for the first time or looking to build on your skills, you'll be supported every step of the way in a busy, friendly nursery environment where your contribution really matters. Why Start a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees? Choosing a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees means joining a warm, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and build confidence as you begin your catering career. As an apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced and encouraging catering professionals who will guide you in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals Gain hands on experience in food preparation, hygiene, stock rotation, and safe kitchen practice Receive tailored mentoring and regular support from your Development Coach. Build essential skills and confidence while working in a real nursery kitchen Train in a supportive, nurturing environment within the UK's leading nursery group, offering long term career potential You'll learn everything needed to thrive in a catering career - while helping provide healthy, nutritious meals for children every day. Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need About our Nursery Meopham, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery with a capacity of 112 children, designed on a single level where each room has direct access to spacious gardens. We maintain strong collaborations with local schools and agencies to enhance our children's development and community ties. Located just a short distance from Gravesend, we offer free parking for staff, all within a supportive environment fostered by our longstanding staff team. Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As a Catering Apprentice, you'll: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and follow food safety standards. Support the delivery of high quality catering services, ensuring a positive experience for all children and staff. Build effective working relationships with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen environment. Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and dining areas. Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard children's and staff wellbeing. Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within a busy kitchen setting. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice. Communicate regularly with your Line Manager about tasks, progress, and learning within the kitchen. Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about developing a career in catering To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable (but not essential) Any previous experience in catering or food preparation A Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene Start your future in Catering with a team that believes in your potential. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees Catering Apprenticeship journey!
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Start Your Career with a Catering Apprenticeship! Are you passionate about starting a rewarding career in the catering industry? If you're eager to learn, grow, and develop your skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, our Catering Apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you're stepping into catering for the first time or looking to build on your skills, you'll be supported every step of the way in a busy, friendly nursery environment where your contribution really matters. Why Start a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees? Choosing a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees means joining a warm, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and build confidence as you begin your catering career. As an apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced and encouraging catering professionals who will guide you in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals Gain hands on experience in food preparation, hygiene, stock rotation, and safe kitchen practice Receive tailored mentoring and regular support from your Development Coach. Build essential skills and confidence while working in a real nursery kitchen Train in a supportive, nurturing environment within the UK's leading nursery group, offering long term career potential You'll learn everything needed to thrive in a catering career - while helping provide healthy, nutritious meals for children every day. Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need About our Nursery Meopham, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery with a capacity of 112 children, designed on a single level where each room has direct access to spacious gardens. We maintain strong collaborations with local schools and agencies to enhance our children's development and community ties. Located just a short distance from Gravesend, we offer free parking for staff, all within a supportive environment fostered by our longstanding staff team. Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As a Catering Apprentice, you'll: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and follow food safety standards. Support the delivery of high quality catering services, ensuring a positive experience for all children and staff. Build effective working relationships with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen environment. Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and dining areas. Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard children's and staff wellbeing. Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within a busy kitchen setting. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice. Communicate regularly with your Line Manager about tasks, progress, and learning within the kitchen. Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about developing a career in catering To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable (but not essential) Any previous experience in catering or food preparation A Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene Start your future in Catering with a team that believes in your potential. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees Catering Apprenticeship journey!
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Start Your Career with a Catering Apprenticeship! Are you passionate about starting a rewarding career in the catering industry? If you're eager to learn, grow, and develop your skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, our Catering Apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you're stepping into catering for the first time or looking to build on your skills, you'll be supported every step of the way in a busy, friendly nursery environment where your contribution really matters. Why Start a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees? Choosing a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees means joining a warm, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and build confidence as you begin your catering career. As an apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced and encouraging catering professionals who will guide you in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals Gain hands on experience in food preparation, hygiene, stock rotation, and safe kitchen practice Receive tailored mentoring and regular support from your Development Coach. Build essential skills and confidence while working in a real nursery kitchen Train in a supportive, nurturing environment within the UK's leading nursery group, offering long term career potential You'll learn everything needed to thrive in a catering career - while helping provide healthy, nutritious meals for children every day. Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need About our Nursery Busy Bees Macclesfield has a capacity of 98 children and is known for its wonderfully caring staff dedicated to providing excellent childcare. The nursery offers a wide range of exciting and stimulating resources to engage children in their learning and development.Situated on the idyllic outer edge of South Park, Busy Bees Macclesfield is conveniently accessible from the town center, making it an ideal location for families. Free parking is available for staff. Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As a Catering Apprentice, you'll: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and follow food safety standards. Support the delivery of high quality catering services, ensuring a positive experience for all children and staff. Build effective working relationships with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen environment. Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and dining areas. Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard children's and staff wellbeing. Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within a busy kitchen setting. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice. Communicate regularly with your Line Manager about tasks, progress, and learning within the kitchen. Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about developing a career in catering To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable (but not essential) Any previous experience in catering or food preparation A Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene Start your future in Catering with a team that believes in your potential. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees Catering Apprenticeship journey!
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Start Your Career with a Catering Apprenticeship! Are you passionate about starting a rewarding career in the catering industry? If you're eager to learn, grow, and develop your skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, our Catering Apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you're stepping into catering for the first time or looking to build on your skills, you'll be supported every step of the way in a busy, friendly nursery environment where your contribution really matters. Why Start a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees? Choosing a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees means joining a warm, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and build confidence as you begin your catering career. As an apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced and encouraging catering professionals who will guide you in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals Gain hands on experience in food preparation, hygiene, stock rotation, and safe kitchen practice Receive tailored mentoring and regular support from your Development Coach. Build essential skills and confidence while working in a real nursery kitchen Train in a supportive, nurturing environment within the UK's leading nursery group, offering long term career potential You'll learn everything needed to thrive in a catering career - while helping provide healthy, nutritious meals for children every day. Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need About our Nursery Busy Bees Macclesfield has a capacity of 98 children and is known for its wonderfully caring staff dedicated to providing excellent childcare. The nursery offers a wide range of exciting and stimulating resources to engage children in their learning and development.Situated on the idyllic outer edge of South Park, Busy Bees Macclesfield is conveniently accessible from the town center, making it an ideal location for families. Free parking is available for staff. Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As a Catering Apprentice, you'll: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and follow food safety standards. Support the delivery of high quality catering services, ensuring a positive experience for all children and staff. Build effective working relationships with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen environment. Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and dining areas. Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard children's and staff wellbeing. Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within a busy kitchen setting. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice. Communicate regularly with your Line Manager about tasks, progress, and learning within the kitchen. Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about developing a career in catering To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable (but not essential) Any previous experience in catering or food preparation A Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene Start your future in Catering with a team that believes in your potential. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees Catering Apprenticeship journey!
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Start Your Career with a Catering Apprenticeship! Are you passionate about starting a rewarding career in the catering industry? If you're eager to learn, grow, and develop your skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, our Catering Apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you're stepping into catering for the first time or looking to build on your skills, you'll be supported every step of the way in a busy, friendly nursery environment where your contribution really matters. Why Start a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees? Choosing a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees means joining a warm, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and build confidence as you begin your catering career. As an apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced and encouraging catering professionals who will guide you in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals Gain hands on experience in food preparation, hygiene, stock rotation, and safe kitchen practice Receive tailored mentoring and regular support from your Development Coach. Build essential skills and confidence while working in a real nursery kitchen Train in a supportive, nurturing environment within the UK's leading nursery group, offering long term career potential You'll learn everything needed to thrive in a catering career - while helping provide healthy, nutritious meals for children every day. Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need About our Nursery Busy Bees Macclesfield has a capacity of 98 children and is known for its wonderfully caring staff dedicated to providing excellent childcare. The nursery offers a wide range of exciting and stimulating resources to engage children in their learning and development.Situated on the idyllic outer edge of South Park, Busy Bees Macclesfield is conveniently accessible from the town center, making it an ideal location for families. Free parking is available for staff. Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As a Catering Apprentice, you'll: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and follow food safety standards. Support the delivery of high quality catering services, ensuring a positive experience for all children and staff. Build effective working relationships with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen environment. Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and dining areas. Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard children's and staff wellbeing. Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within a busy kitchen setting. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice. Communicate regularly with your Line Manager about tasks, progress, and learning within the kitchen. Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about developing a career in catering To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable (but not essential) Any previous experience in catering or food preparation A Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene Start your future in Catering with a team that believes in your potential. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees Catering Apprenticeship journey!
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Start Your Career with a Catering Apprenticeship! Are you passionate about starting a rewarding career in the catering industry? If you're eager to learn, grow, and develop your skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, our Catering Apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you're stepping into catering for the first time or looking to build on your skills, you'll be supported every step of the way in a busy, friendly nursery environment where your contribution really matters. Why Start a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees? Choosing a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees means joining a warm, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and build confidence as you begin your catering career. As an apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced and encouraging catering professionals who will guide you in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals Gain hands on experience in food preparation, hygiene, stock rotation, and safe kitchen practice Receive tailored mentoring and regular support from your Development Coach. Build essential skills and confidence while working in a real nursery kitchen Train in a supportive, nurturing environment within the UK's leading nursery group, offering long term career potential You'll learn everything needed to thrive in a catering career - while helping provide healthy, nutritious meals for children every day. Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need About our Nursery Busy Bees Macclesfield has a capacity of 98 children and is known for its wonderfully caring staff dedicated to providing excellent childcare. The nursery offers a wide range of exciting and stimulating resources to engage children in their learning and development.Situated on the idyllic outer edge of South Park, Busy Bees Macclesfield is conveniently accessible from the town center, making it an ideal location for families. Free parking is available for staff. Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As a Catering Apprentice, you'll: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and follow food safety standards. Support the delivery of high quality catering services, ensuring a positive experience for all children and staff. Build effective working relationships with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen environment. Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and dining areas. Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard children's and staff wellbeing. Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within a busy kitchen setting. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice. Communicate regularly with your Line Manager about tasks, progress, and learning within the kitchen. Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about developing a career in catering To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable (but not essential) Any previous experience in catering or food preparation A Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene Start your future in Catering with a team that believes in your potential. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees Catering Apprenticeship journey!
Do you have a passion for live events and technical production? Guildford School of Acting (GSA) is seeking an experienced Events Technician to join our Technical Team within the Operations and Events Department. The Role In this hands-on role, you will support the planning and delivery of a wide range of events across GSA and the wider University. Working closely with academic staff, professional services colleagues, visiting artists, and students, you will help deliver high-quality technical solutions that support learning, performance, and public engagement. You will play a key role in delivering technical support for: School and University events, both on campus and at external venues Open days, auditions, and recruitment events Conferences, lectures, and symposia Public performances, showcases, and special events Research events and student society activities The Technical Team provides equipment support, mentoring, maintenance, and expert guidance across all activity areas. Delivering an exceptional student, staff, and visitor experience is central to everything we do. Working hours: Typically 9am-5pm, however the role requires flexibility, with hours subject to change to meet event schedules, including occasional evenings and weekends. About You You will bring professional experience providing technical support for live events, conferences, or performances, ideally within a higher-education, arts, or cultural environment. We are looking for someone who has: Strong practical knowledge of live event production, including sound, lighting, and basic AV systems Experience setting up, operating, and striking technical equipment for a variety of event types Excellent organisational, administrative, and interpersonal skills The ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and external stakeholders Confidence supporting multiple events simultaneously and managing changing priorities Experience maintaining technical equipment and contributing to safe working practices A proactive, solution-focused approach with a strong commitment to customer service Up-to-date knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and a commitment to safe, inclusive working practices Experience working in a performance or conservatoire setting, and familiarity with university events and protocols, would be advantageous. Why GSA? The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. As part of the University of Surrey, GSA is one of the UK's leading drama schools, offering an inspiring and collaborative working environment. In this role, your skills and passion will directly contribute to shaping the future of theatre, performance, and production. In addition to salary, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, generous annual leave entitlement and pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. We encourage continued professional practice through external work where possible and we have opportunities to work with both future professionals and established industry practitioners on GSA Productions. Further Information To apply, please upload a CV and covering letter to the University website. You will also be asked some brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the role. For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Sarah Sage, Theatre Technical Manager at Interviews will be held on campus Tuesday 31 March 2026 We are actively committed to looking for all kinds of talent to build a diverse staff team at the GSA. We understand creating and maintaining a work environment in which all social groups are represented and moreover, feel safe and respected, is something we must work at. We do not take this for granted. We see anti-racism and anti-discrimination more broadly as a life-long commitment. We are working towards removing all barriers that staff, applicants and students may experience. Steps taken include having gender-balanced and racially diverse panels, undertaking anti-racism training and unconscious bias training and considering all candidates against a clear, realistic and well-defined person specification. We would particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from the Global majority, people with disabilities and those identifying as female, non-binary or trans. Further details Job Description
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Do you have a passion for live events and technical production? Guildford School of Acting (GSA) is seeking an experienced Events Technician to join our Technical Team within the Operations and Events Department. The Role In this hands-on role, you will support the planning and delivery of a wide range of events across GSA and the wider University. Working closely with academic staff, professional services colleagues, visiting artists, and students, you will help deliver high-quality technical solutions that support learning, performance, and public engagement. You will play a key role in delivering technical support for: School and University events, both on campus and at external venues Open days, auditions, and recruitment events Conferences, lectures, and symposia Public performances, showcases, and special events Research events and student society activities The Technical Team provides equipment support, mentoring, maintenance, and expert guidance across all activity areas. Delivering an exceptional student, staff, and visitor experience is central to everything we do. Working hours: Typically 9am-5pm, however the role requires flexibility, with hours subject to change to meet event schedules, including occasional evenings and weekends. About You You will bring professional experience providing technical support for live events, conferences, or performances, ideally within a higher-education, arts, or cultural environment. We are looking for someone who has: Strong practical knowledge of live event production, including sound, lighting, and basic AV systems Experience setting up, operating, and striking technical equipment for a variety of event types Excellent organisational, administrative, and interpersonal skills The ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and external stakeholders Confidence supporting multiple events simultaneously and managing changing priorities Experience maintaining technical equipment and contributing to safe working practices A proactive, solution-focused approach with a strong commitment to customer service Up-to-date knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and a commitment to safe, inclusive working practices Experience working in a performance or conservatoire setting, and familiarity with university events and protocols, would be advantageous. Why GSA? The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. As part of the University of Surrey, GSA is one of the UK's leading drama schools, offering an inspiring and collaborative working environment. In this role, your skills and passion will directly contribute to shaping the future of theatre, performance, and production. In addition to salary, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, generous annual leave entitlement and pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. We encourage continued professional practice through external work where possible and we have opportunities to work with both future professionals and established industry practitioners on GSA Productions. Further Information To apply, please upload a CV and covering letter to the University website. You will also be asked some brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the role. For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Sarah Sage, Theatre Technical Manager at Interviews will be held on campus Tuesday 31 March 2026 We are actively committed to looking for all kinds of talent to build a diverse staff team at the GSA. We understand creating and maintaining a work environment in which all social groups are represented and moreover, feel safe and respected, is something we must work at. We do not take this for granted. We see anti-racism and anti-discrimination more broadly as a life-long commitment. We are working towards removing all barriers that staff, applicants and students may experience. Steps taken include having gender-balanced and racially diverse panels, undertaking anti-racism training and unconscious bias training and considering all candidates against a clear, realistic and well-defined person specification. We would particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from the Global majority, people with disabilities and those identifying as female, non-binary or trans. Further details Job Description
Job Description We have an exciting new opportunity for a Brand Campaign Manager to join our dedicated Brand team at AJ Bell, based from our head office in Salford Quays. The Brand Campaign Manager will play a key role in shaping and executing compelling broad-reach advertising campaigns, to contribute towards AJ Bell's ambitious brand and commercial objectives. What you'll be doing: Executing our brand advertising strategies for broad reach channels (primarily AV and audio). Managing creative production and agency relationships for AV and audio. Running test and learn opportunities with our media and creative agencies, from concept through to execution and measurement. Monitoring and reporting on key brand health metrics and KPIs. Using customer, competitor and industry research to inform future plans. Helping to manage the campaign budgets, ensuring work is planned and delivered within budget. What we're looking for: Solid experience in brand and/or campaign management, with at least 3 years in broad reach advertising. Proven experience in managing creative agencies to deliver high-scale advertising productions. A thorough understanding of broad reach media channels and planning. A people person who can easily build relationships internally and externally. Strong organisation skills and the ability to work to demanding deadlines. A problem solver who is insight-led, commercially aware and has excellent attention to detail. An excellent communicator that can influence cross-functional teams. About us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 644,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £103.3 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,500 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years and in 2025 named a Great Place to Work. At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles. Our perks and benefits: Competitive starting salary Starting holiday entitlement of 27 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service and a holiday buy and sell scheme A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8% Discretionary bonus scheme Annual free share awards scheme Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme Health Cash Plan - provided by SimplyHealth Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan Free on-site gym providing a wide range of free classes Employee Assistance Programme Bike loan scheme Sick pay+ pledge Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Discounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange Quay Loans for travel season tickets Death in service scheme Paid time off for volunteer work Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more Free parking at Exchange Quay (Subject to availability) Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops Ongoing technical training Professional qualification support Talent development programmes Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches Casual dress code Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals Hybrid working: At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues. AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need. If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Job Description We have an exciting new opportunity for a Brand Campaign Manager to join our dedicated Brand team at AJ Bell, based from our head office in Salford Quays. The Brand Campaign Manager will play a key role in shaping and executing compelling broad-reach advertising campaigns, to contribute towards AJ Bell's ambitious brand and commercial objectives. What you'll be doing: Executing our brand advertising strategies for broad reach channels (primarily AV and audio). Managing creative production and agency relationships for AV and audio. Running test and learn opportunities with our media and creative agencies, from concept through to execution and measurement. Monitoring and reporting on key brand health metrics and KPIs. Using customer, competitor and industry research to inform future plans. Helping to manage the campaign budgets, ensuring work is planned and delivered within budget. What we're looking for: Solid experience in brand and/or campaign management, with at least 3 years in broad reach advertising. Proven experience in managing creative agencies to deliver high-scale advertising productions. A thorough understanding of broad reach media channels and planning. A people person who can easily build relationships internally and externally. Strong organisation skills and the ability to work to demanding deadlines. A problem solver who is insight-led, commercially aware and has excellent attention to detail. An excellent communicator that can influence cross-functional teams. About us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 644,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £103.3 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,500 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years and in 2025 named a Great Place to Work. At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles. Our perks and benefits: Competitive starting salary Starting holiday entitlement of 27 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service and a holiday buy and sell scheme A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8% Discretionary bonus scheme Annual free share awards scheme Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme Health Cash Plan - provided by SimplyHealth Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan Free on-site gym providing a wide range of free classes Employee Assistance Programme Bike loan scheme Sick pay+ pledge Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Discounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange Quay Loans for travel season tickets Death in service scheme Paid time off for volunteer work Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more Free parking at Exchange Quay (Subject to availability) Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops Ongoing technical training Professional qualification support Talent development programmes Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches Casual dress code Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals Hybrid working: At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues. AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need. If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you.
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Start Your Career with a Catering Apprenticeship! Are you passionate about starting a rewarding career in the catering industry? If you're eager to learn, grow, and develop your skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, our Catering Apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you're stepping into catering for the first time or looking to build on your skills, you'll be supported every step of the way in a busy, friendly nursery environment where your contribution really matters. Why Start a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees? Choosing a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees means joining a warm, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and build confidence as you begin your catering career. As an apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced and encouraging catering professionals who will guide you in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals Gain hands on experience in food preparation, hygiene, stock rotation, and safe kitchen practice Receive tailored mentoring and regular support from your Development Coach. Build essential skills and confidence while working in a real nursery kitchen Train in a supportive, nurturing environment within the UK's leading nursery group, offering long term career potential You'll learn everything needed to thrive in a catering career - while helping provide healthy, nutritious meals for children every day. Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need About our Nursery Meopham, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery with a capacity of 112 children, designed on a single level where each room has direct access to spacious gardens. We maintain strong collaborations with local schools and agencies to enhance our children's development and community ties. Located just a short distance from Gravesend, we offer free parking for staff, all within a supportive environment fostered by our longstanding staff team. Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As a Catering Apprentice, you'll: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and follow food safety standards. Support the delivery of high quality catering services, ensuring a positive experience for all children and staff. Build effective working relationships with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen environment. Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and dining areas. Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard children's and staff wellbeing. Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within a busy kitchen setting. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice. Communicate regularly with your Line Manager about tasks, progress, and learning within the kitchen. Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about developing a career in catering To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable (but not essential) Any previous experience in catering or food preparation A Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene Start your future in Catering with a team that believes in your potential. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees Catering Apprenticeship journey!
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Start Your Career with a Catering Apprenticeship! Are you passionate about starting a rewarding career in the catering industry? If you're eager to learn, grow, and develop your skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment, our Catering Apprenticeship could be the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you're stepping into catering for the first time or looking to build on your skills, you'll be supported every step of the way in a busy, friendly nursery environment where your contribution really matters. Why Start a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees? Choosing a Catering Apprenticeship with Busy Bees means joining a warm, supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and build confidence as you begin your catering career. As an apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced and encouraging catering professionals who will guide you in preparing nutritious, freshly made meals Gain hands on experience in food preparation, hygiene, stock rotation, and safe kitchen practice Receive tailored mentoring and regular support from your Development Coach. Build essential skills and confidence while working in a real nursery kitchen Train in a supportive, nurturing environment within the UK's leading nursery group, offering long term career potential You'll learn everything needed to thrive in a catering career - while helping provide healthy, nutritious meals for children every day. Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need About our Nursery Meopham, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery with a capacity of 112 children, designed on a single level where each room has direct access to spacious gardens. We maintain strong collaborations with local schools and agencies to enhance our children's development and community ties. Located just a short distance from Gravesend, we offer free parking for staff, all within a supportive environment fostered by our longstanding staff team. Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As a Catering Apprentice, you'll: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and follow food safety standards. Support the delivery of high quality catering services, ensuring a positive experience for all children and staff. Build effective working relationships with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen environment. Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and dining areas. Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard children's and staff wellbeing. Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within a busy kitchen setting. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice. Communicate regularly with your Line Manager about tasks, progress, and learning within the kitchen. Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about developing a career in catering To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable (but not essential) Any previous experience in catering or food preparation A Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene Start your future in Catering with a team that believes in your potential. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees Catering Apprenticeship journey!
ACR Recruitment & Training Limited
Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire
Contract: Permanent Hours: 40 per week Salary: From £35,000 (negotiable based on experience) Why Join Us What You Can Expect At ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, we are proud to work with a warm, home-from-home environment that supports children aged 0 5 with care, creativity, and kindness. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate leader to step into a Nursery Manager role where your ideas, expertise, and commitment to quality will truly make an impact. You ll be joining a supportive, dedicated team and a setting that values nurturing relationships, strong teamwork, and high standards of practice. With ACR, you ll receive friendly guidance throughout the recruitment process, ensuring you feel supported from application through to placement. Key Responsibilities Lead and inspire a team of Early Years Practitioners. Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements. Implement and maintain a high-quality, play-based EYFS curriculum. Build strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals. Coordinate key areas such as safeguarding and SENCO responsibilities. Work alongside the Directors to support health & safety, recruitment, staff development, finance, and administration. What We re Looking For Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification or above (essential). Experience: Minimum 2 years recent experience in a nursery or preschool, ideally in a senior or leadership role. Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards. Proven ability to deliver high-quality learning opportunities. Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. A creative, enthusiastic, and supportive leader who can inspire a team. Ready to Apply? If you re an experienced Early Years Leader ready to take the next step in your career, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and join ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, where your leadership can truly make a difference.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Contract: Permanent Hours: 40 per week Salary: From £35,000 (negotiable based on experience) Why Join Us What You Can Expect At ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, we are proud to work with a warm, home-from-home environment that supports children aged 0 5 with care, creativity, and kindness. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate leader to step into a Nursery Manager role where your ideas, expertise, and commitment to quality will truly make an impact. You ll be joining a supportive, dedicated team and a setting that values nurturing relationships, strong teamwork, and high standards of practice. With ACR, you ll receive friendly guidance throughout the recruitment process, ensuring you feel supported from application through to placement. Key Responsibilities Lead and inspire a team of Early Years Practitioners. Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements. Implement and maintain a high-quality, play-based EYFS curriculum. Build strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals. Coordinate key areas such as safeguarding and SENCO responsibilities. Work alongside the Directors to support health & safety, recruitment, staff development, finance, and administration. What We re Looking For Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification or above (essential). Experience: Minimum 2 years recent experience in a nursery or preschool, ideally in a senior or leadership role. Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards. Proven ability to deliver high-quality learning opportunities. Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. A creative, enthusiastic, and supportive leader who can inspire a team. Ready to Apply? If you re an experienced Early Years Leader ready to take the next step in your career, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and join ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, where your leadership can truly make a difference.
Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Hailsham! A brand-new nursery. A golden opportunity. This summer, Busy Bees is launching an exciting nursery in Hailsham , and we need a passionate, dedicated Assistant Nursery Manager to join us in giving our children the best start in life! With space to welcome up to 110 little learners , this state-of-the-art setting is designed to sp click apply for full job details
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Hailsham! A brand-new nursery. A golden opportunity. This summer, Busy Bees is launching an exciting nursery in Hailsham , and we need a passionate, dedicated Assistant Nursery Manager to join us in giving our children the best start in life! With space to welcome up to 110 little learners , this state-of-the-art setting is designed to sp click apply for full job details
Nursery Manager - CherryBrook Nursery Salary - Competitive 40 hours per week Are you a truly dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager with a heart for little ones? CherryBrook Nursery is searching for an inspiring leader to join our vibrant team full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week! If you're passionate about nurturing child development, always put children's well-being first, and are fiercely committed to upholding exceptional nursery values and curriculum standards, then we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. CherryBrook Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Nursery Manager - CherryBrook Nursery Salary - Competitive 40 hours per week Are you a truly dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager with a heart for little ones? CherryBrook Nursery is searching for an inspiring leader to join our vibrant team full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week! If you're passionate about nurturing child development, always put children's well-being first, and are fiercely committed to upholding exceptional nursery values and curriculum standards, then we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. CherryBrook Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Category Manager to join the University of Surrey's Finance team, playing a pivotal role in developing and delivering the University's procurement strategy for estates-related goods, services, and capital projects. The role focuses on driving value for money, managing risk, and ensuring compliance, while building strong, commercially effective supplier partnerships that support the University's long-term estates and sustainability objectives. The role Working in close collaboration with estates teams, project managers, and key stakeholders to understand operational and project-specific requirements, you will enable the delivery of fit-for-purpose procurement solutions that improve asset performance, project outcomes, and lifecycle value. While the primary focus is estates, construction, maintenance, and facilities management, the role may also support wider University procurement initiatives as required. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the Estates category strategy Establishing and managing effective framework agreements Providing commercial leadership and stakeholder influence Leading complex sourcing, tendering, and negotiations Driving commercial value and performance improvement Improving supplier management, standardisation, and systems Ensuring governance, contracts, and capability development About you The role requires a solid understanding of capital works projects, including construction, refurbishment programmes, and infrastructure maintenance. Flexibility of approach is essential, as is the ability to demonstrate strong leadership and collaboration with internal colleagues and other stakeholders to define and agree specific role responsibilities. You will also have: Highly developed knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly Estates Facilities and Commercial Services related procurement Significant experience in managing complex procurements in a services organisation, including advertising, tendering, contract drafting, negotiation and managing supplier relationships Strong operational knowledge of JCT and NEC suite of contracts The proven ability to lead procurement related business improvement and organisational change projects What we can offer In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with additional days for Bank Holidays and University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. How to apply To apply please upload your CV and cover letter to the University website. Informal enquiries should be directed to Nick Jones via Please note, we are not looking for any external agency support on this role at this time. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Further details Job Description
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Category Manager to join the University of Surrey's Finance team, playing a pivotal role in developing and delivering the University's procurement strategy for estates-related goods, services, and capital projects. The role focuses on driving value for money, managing risk, and ensuring compliance, while building strong, commercially effective supplier partnerships that support the University's long-term estates and sustainability objectives. The role Working in close collaboration with estates teams, project managers, and key stakeholders to understand operational and project-specific requirements, you will enable the delivery of fit-for-purpose procurement solutions that improve asset performance, project outcomes, and lifecycle value. While the primary focus is estates, construction, maintenance, and facilities management, the role may also support wider University procurement initiatives as required. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the Estates category strategy Establishing and managing effective framework agreements Providing commercial leadership and stakeholder influence Leading complex sourcing, tendering, and negotiations Driving commercial value and performance improvement Improving supplier management, standardisation, and systems Ensuring governance, contracts, and capability development About you The role requires a solid understanding of capital works projects, including construction, refurbishment programmes, and infrastructure maintenance. Flexibility of approach is essential, as is the ability to demonstrate strong leadership and collaboration with internal colleagues and other stakeholders to define and agree specific role responsibilities. You will also have: Highly developed knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly Estates Facilities and Commercial Services related procurement Significant experience in managing complex procurements in a services organisation, including advertising, tendering, contract drafting, negotiation and managing supplier relationships Strong operational knowledge of JCT and NEC suite of contracts The proven ability to lead procurement related business improvement and organisational change projects What we can offer In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with additional days for Bank Holidays and University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. How to apply To apply please upload your CV and cover letter to the University website. Informal enquiries should be directed to Nick Jones via Please note, we are not looking for any external agency support on this role at this time. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Further details Job Description
A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Technician to join the newly-restructured Maintenance Services team at the University of Surrey. Working as part of a team responsible for the operational maintenance of University premises, you will be undertaking planned and reactive work on Mechanical systems to support the University's infrastructure and environmental control systems across all our premises, ensuring that they are maintained in a safe, efficient, and functional order. You'll be required to support our current day pattern of 08.00 - 16.12 Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities include: Maintain all Mechanical systems, including statutory inspection and testing where required, to meet current legislative requirements. Ensure failing plant or assets are reported to the Helpdesk and plant areas are maintained in good condition. Deliver an effective and timely response to maintenance demands across the University in a timely and cost-effective manner. Ensure compliance with all University Health and Safety and Environmental systems and procedures, and take an active part in the development of these policies Ensure the use of equipment and materials in delivery of maintenance services are appropriate and meet current legislative standards. Keep up to date with Mechanical related legislation and developments, attending courses and passing all necessary exams to maintain professional accreditation. Carry out multi-skilled tasks, where relevant, such as (but not restricted to) Electrical isolation and fault finding, minor carpentry, redecoration repairs linked to maintenance work. Complete all administrative work associated with departmental management systems, including the completion of work records, timesheets, stores issues, estimates and health & safety records. Utilise Building Logbook to record all maintenance visits and any relevant defective information and repairs. All defects to be reported immediately to the help desk for further action. You'll need good planning, organising and prioritising skills, and will be expected to tackle more complex tasks, take on additional responsibilities and communicate effectively at a senior level. The post holder may be required to support out of hours rotas as required by the Service Support Manager to ensure operational effectiveness and business continuity. What's in it for you? We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive. Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment. Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer: 35 Days Holiday (20 Days Annual Leave + 7 University Closure Days + Bank Holidays) Additional Day of Leave per year of service for 5 years 36 Hour Working week Highly-competitive Pension Relevant Training & Development On-site discounted Nursery/Childcare Electric Vehicle Leasing scheme Discounted Surrey Sports Park Membership How to Apply For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University Website. Please note this position will be employed by Operate Surrey Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Surrey. Further details Job Description
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Mechanical Technician to join the newly-restructured Maintenance Services team at the University of Surrey. Working as part of a team responsible for the operational maintenance of University premises, you will be undertaking planned and reactive work on Mechanical systems to support the University's infrastructure and environmental control systems across all our premises, ensuring that they are maintained in a safe, efficient, and functional order. You'll be required to support our current day pattern of 08.00 - 16.12 Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities include: Maintain all Mechanical systems, including statutory inspection and testing where required, to meet current legislative requirements. Ensure failing plant or assets are reported to the Helpdesk and plant areas are maintained in good condition. Deliver an effective and timely response to maintenance demands across the University in a timely and cost-effective manner. Ensure compliance with all University Health and Safety and Environmental systems and procedures, and take an active part in the development of these policies Ensure the use of equipment and materials in delivery of maintenance services are appropriate and meet current legislative standards. Keep up to date with Mechanical related legislation and developments, attending courses and passing all necessary exams to maintain professional accreditation. Carry out multi-skilled tasks, where relevant, such as (but not restricted to) Electrical isolation and fault finding, minor carpentry, redecoration repairs linked to maintenance work. Complete all administrative work associated with departmental management systems, including the completion of work records, timesheets, stores issues, estimates and health & safety records. Utilise Building Logbook to record all maintenance visits and any relevant defective information and repairs. All defects to be reported immediately to the help desk for further action. You'll need good planning, organising and prioritising skills, and will be expected to tackle more complex tasks, take on additional responsibilities and communicate effectively at a senior level. The post holder may be required to support out of hours rotas as required by the Service Support Manager to ensure operational effectiveness and business continuity. What's in it for you? We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive. Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment. Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer: 35 Days Holiday (20 Days Annual Leave + 7 University Closure Days + Bank Holidays) Additional Day of Leave per year of service for 5 years 36 Hour Working week Highly-competitive Pension Relevant Training & Development On-site discounted Nursery/Childcare Electric Vehicle Leasing scheme Discounted Surrey Sports Park Membership How to Apply For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University Website. Please note this position will be employed by Operate Surrey Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Surrey. Further details Job Description
Job Description Are you a commercially driven Business Development Manager with a strong Scottish adviser network and a passion for investment solutions? AJ Bell is one of the UK's leading investment platforms and a FTSE 250 success story. As we continue to strengthen our presence across Scotland, we're looking for an ambitious, relationship-led sales professional to take ownership of a high-potential region and accelerate growth. This is a visible, field-based distribution role focused on platform growth. You will represent a trusted, award-winning proposition to adviser firms across Scotland, building deep partnerships that drive long-term inflows and strategic alignment. You will have genuine autonomy to shape your regional plan, backed by a collaborative national sales team, strong brand recognition, competitive pricing and a broad investment offering. This is an opportunity to combine strategic territory planning with hands-on adviser engagement in a business that continues to gain market share. If you are motivated by winning new firms, influencing platform adoption and becoming a trusted partner to advisers, this role offers real scope to make your mark. What you'll do: Take full ownership of your regional business plan to deliver new business targets and maximise adviser engagement Build strong, long-term partnerships with financial advisers and firms across your region through a structured, data-led approach. Collaborate with Business Development Consultants and Support teams to deliver consistent regional performance. Promote AJ Bell's full range of investment solutions including MPS, passive funds, and our award-winning platform. Deliver engaging adviser presentations, seminars, and technical sessions to showcase AJ Bell's proposition. Oversee the onboarding of new firms, ensuring a smooth and positive experience. Use tools such as Financial Express and Touchstone to identify new opportunities and monitor performance. Maintain relationships with key investment partners and fund groups to maximise regional potential. Ensure all activities align with Consumer Duty principles and regulatory expectations. What we're looking for Essential: Proven success in a field-based sales or business development role within the investment platform or financial services market. Strong network of IFA and adviser firm relationships. In-depth understanding of platform propositions, SIPP, and investment solutions. Desirable: Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning. Familiarity with AJ Bell's platform, investment solutions, and tools such as Bulk Dealing and Model Portfolios. Excellent planning, negotiation, and influencing skills. About Us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 644,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £103.3 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,500 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years and in 2025 named a Great Place to Work. At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles. In return for your hard work you will be entitled to: Competitive starting salary + sales bonus Starting holiday entitlement of 27 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service and a holiday buy and sell scheme A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8% Discretionary bonus scheme Annual free share awards scheme Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme Health Cash Plan - provided by SimplyHealth Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan Free on-site gym providing a wide range of free classes Employee Assistance Programme Bike loan scheme Sick pay+ pledge Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Discounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange Quay Loans for travel season tickets Death in service scheme Paid time off for volunteer work Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops Ongoing technical training Professional qualification support Talent development programmes Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals Hybrid Working At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues. AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need. If you like the sound of the above or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Job Description Are you a commercially driven Business Development Manager with a strong Scottish adviser network and a passion for investment solutions? AJ Bell is one of the UK's leading investment platforms and a FTSE 250 success story. As we continue to strengthen our presence across Scotland, we're looking for an ambitious, relationship-led sales professional to take ownership of a high-potential region and accelerate growth. This is a visible, field-based distribution role focused on platform growth. You will represent a trusted, award-winning proposition to adviser firms across Scotland, building deep partnerships that drive long-term inflows and strategic alignment. You will have genuine autonomy to shape your regional plan, backed by a collaborative national sales team, strong brand recognition, competitive pricing and a broad investment offering. This is an opportunity to combine strategic territory planning with hands-on adviser engagement in a business that continues to gain market share. If you are motivated by winning new firms, influencing platform adoption and becoming a trusted partner to advisers, this role offers real scope to make your mark. What you'll do: Take full ownership of your regional business plan to deliver new business targets and maximise adviser engagement Build strong, long-term partnerships with financial advisers and firms across your region through a structured, data-led approach. Collaborate with Business Development Consultants and Support teams to deliver consistent regional performance. Promote AJ Bell's full range of investment solutions including MPS, passive funds, and our award-winning platform. Deliver engaging adviser presentations, seminars, and technical sessions to showcase AJ Bell's proposition. Oversee the onboarding of new firms, ensuring a smooth and positive experience. Use tools such as Financial Express and Touchstone to identify new opportunities and monitor performance. Maintain relationships with key investment partners and fund groups to maximise regional potential. Ensure all activities align with Consumer Duty principles and regulatory expectations. What we're looking for Essential: Proven success in a field-based sales or business development role within the investment platform or financial services market. Strong network of IFA and adviser firm relationships. In-depth understanding of platform propositions, SIPP, and investment solutions. Desirable: Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning. Familiarity with AJ Bell's platform, investment solutions, and tools such as Bulk Dealing and Model Portfolios. Excellent planning, negotiation, and influencing skills. About Us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 644,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £103.3 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,500 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years and in 2025 named a Great Place to Work. At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles. In return for your hard work you will be entitled to: Competitive starting salary + sales bonus Starting holiday entitlement of 27 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service and a holiday buy and sell scheme A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8% Discretionary bonus scheme Annual free share awards scheme Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme Health Cash Plan - provided by SimplyHealth Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan Free on-site gym providing a wide range of free classes Employee Assistance Programme Bike loan scheme Sick pay+ pledge Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Discounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange Quay Loans for travel season tickets Death in service scheme Paid time off for volunteer work Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops Ongoing technical training Professional qualification support Talent development programmes Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals Hybrid Working At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues. AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need. If you like the sound of the above or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you.
Nursery Deputy Manager - Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School Salary - £35,000 depending on experience 40 hours per week Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted (February 2018), offers children a unique Montessori learning environment alongside the Early Years Foundation Stage. With a dedicated Forest School area, our team are passionate about outdoor learning and creating exciting opportunities for children to explore and grow. We are now looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to join our friendly team. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months! Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Company Pension Scheme Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Responsibilities: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent, and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Assist in managing the acceptance and administration of medication and ensure care plans are thorough and up to date for children or staff with health conditions. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote respect and credibility for this position through effective communication skills, impartiality, and consistency. Inspire staff team with creative ideas and new challenges with aim to achieve outstanding practice. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Leadership experience - Essential Over 1 years' experience of working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Over 1 years' experience of working in a management position - Desirable. Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership - Desirable Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection to good or outstanding - Desirable Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Nursery Deputy Manager - Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School Salary - £35,000 depending on experience 40 hours per week Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted (February 2018), offers children a unique Montessori learning environment alongside the Early Years Foundation Stage. With a dedicated Forest School area, our team are passionate about outdoor learning and creating exciting opportunities for children to explore and grow. We are now looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to join our friendly team. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months! Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Company Pension Scheme Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Responsibilities: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent, and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Assist in managing the acceptance and administration of medication and ensure care plans are thorough and up to date for children or staff with health conditions. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote respect and credibility for this position through effective communication skills, impartiality, and consistency. Inspire staff team with creative ideas and new challenges with aim to achieve outstanding practice. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Leadership experience - Essential Over 1 years' experience of working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Over 1 years' experience of working in a management position - Desirable. Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership - Desirable Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection to good or outstanding - Desirable Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
We have two great opportunities for Procurement Category Managers to join the University of Surrey's Finance team, playing a pivotal role in developing and delivering the University's procurement strategy for IT, digital, and technology-enabled services The roles will focus on securing value for money, managing commercial and delivery risk, and building effective supplier partnerships that support the University's ambitious digital plans and long-term operational resilience. We currently have two positions available - one on a permanent basis and the other on a fixed term basis for an initial period of 12 months. The role Working in close collaboration with IT Services, digital teams, project leads, and senior stakeholders to understand technical, operational, and strategic requirements, you will enable the delivery of fit-for-purpose procurement solutions that support service reliability, cyber resilience, innovation, and scalability. While the primary focus is IT and digital categories, the role may also support wider University procurement initiatives where technology is a key enabler. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the IT and Digital category strategy Establishing and managing effective frameworks and commercial models Providing commercial leadership and stakeholder influence Leading complex sourcing, tendering, and negotiations Driving commercial value and performance improvement Improving supplier management, standardisation, and systems Ensuring governance, contracts, and capability development About you The role requires a strong understanding of IT and digital procurement, including software licensing, cloud and hosting services, infrastructure, hardware, applications, and managed services. Flexibility of approach is essential, along with the ability to provide clear commercial leadership and work collaboratively with internal project teams, technical experts, IT colleagues, finance and cost management colleagues, and other senior stakeholders to define and deliver successful outcomes. You will also have: Highly developed knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly IT and Digital Services related procurement Significant experience in managing complex procurements in a services organisation, including advertising, tendering, contract drafting, negotiation and managing supplier relationships The proven ability to lead procurement related business improvement and organisational change projects What we can offer In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with additional days for Bank Holidays and University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. How to apply To apply please upload your CV and cover letter to the University website. Informal enquiries should be directed to Nick Jones via Please note, we are not looking for any external agency support on these roles at this time. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, Further details Job Description
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
We have two great opportunities for Procurement Category Managers to join the University of Surrey's Finance team, playing a pivotal role in developing and delivering the University's procurement strategy for IT, digital, and technology-enabled services The roles will focus on securing value for money, managing commercial and delivery risk, and building effective supplier partnerships that support the University's ambitious digital plans and long-term operational resilience. We currently have two positions available - one on a permanent basis and the other on a fixed term basis for an initial period of 12 months. The role Working in close collaboration with IT Services, digital teams, project leads, and senior stakeholders to understand technical, operational, and strategic requirements, you will enable the delivery of fit-for-purpose procurement solutions that support service reliability, cyber resilience, innovation, and scalability. While the primary focus is IT and digital categories, the role may also support wider University procurement initiatives where technology is a key enabler. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the IT and Digital category strategy Establishing and managing effective frameworks and commercial models Providing commercial leadership and stakeholder influence Leading complex sourcing, tendering, and negotiations Driving commercial value and performance improvement Improving supplier management, standardisation, and systems Ensuring governance, contracts, and capability development About you The role requires a strong understanding of IT and digital procurement, including software licensing, cloud and hosting services, infrastructure, hardware, applications, and managed services. Flexibility of approach is essential, along with the ability to provide clear commercial leadership and work collaboratively with internal project teams, technical experts, IT colleagues, finance and cost management colleagues, and other senior stakeholders to define and deliver successful outcomes. You will also have: Highly developed knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly IT and Digital Services related procurement Significant experience in managing complex procurements in a services organisation, including advertising, tendering, contract drafting, negotiation and managing supplier relationships The proven ability to lead procurement related business improvement and organisational change projects What we can offer In addition to a competitive salary you will receive 25 days annual leave, with additional days for Bank Holidays and University closure days. We offer a generous pension, flexible working options, access to world-class leisure facilities, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. How to apply To apply please upload your CV and cover letter to the University website. Informal enquiries should be directed to Nick Jones via Please note, we are not looking for any external agency support on these roles at this time. The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, Further details Job Description
Nursery Manager - CherryBrook Nursery Salary - Competitive 40 hours per week Are you a truly dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager with a heart for little ones? CherryBrook Nursery is searching for an inspiring leader to join our vibrant team full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week! If you're passionate about nurturing child development, always put children's well-being first, and are fiercely committed to upholding exceptional nursery values and curriculum standards, then we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. CherryBrook Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Nursery Manager - CherryBrook Nursery Salary - Competitive 40 hours per week Are you a truly dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager with a heart for little ones? CherryBrook Nursery is searching for an inspiring leader to join our vibrant team full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week! If you're passionate about nurturing child development, always put children's well-being first, and are fiercely committed to upholding exceptional nursery values and curriculum standards, then we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. CherryBrook Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Family First Nursery Group
Shipston-on-stour, Warwickshire
Nursery Manager - Greenfields Nursery School Salary - £40,000 per annum plus £1,000 welcome bonus! 40 hours per week Greenfields Nursery & School in Shipston-on-Stour is an Outstanding setting (Ofsted, July 2022), and we're looking for an inspiring Nursery Manager to lead our team. We provide full- and part-time care for children aged 9 months to 5 years, with dedicated Key Workers ensuring every child's learning and care is tailored to their needs. With a strong focus on outdoor play, children are encouraged to explore, grow, and thrive every day. If you're passionate about early years and ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! £1,000 welcome bonus! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Greenfields Nursery & School part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Mar 15, 2026
Full time
Nursery Manager - Greenfields Nursery School Salary - £40,000 per annum plus £1,000 welcome bonus! 40 hours per week Greenfields Nursery & School in Shipston-on-Stour is an Outstanding setting (Ofsted, July 2022), and we're looking for an inspiring Nursery Manager to lead our team. We provide full- and part-time care for children aged 9 months to 5 years, with dedicated Key Workers ensuring every child's learning and care is tailored to their needs. With a strong focus on outdoor play, children are encouraged to explore, grow, and thrive every day. If you're passionate about early years and ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! £1,000 welcome bonus! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Greenfields Nursery & School part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Plant Area Assistant Middlesex Salary: DOE I am working with a well-regarded, independent garden centre, and we are looking for a Plant Area Assistant to join their friendly and passionate team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in horticulture who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in delivering excellent customer service, and wants to be part of a thriving, community-focused business. About the Role: As a Plant Area Assistant, you'll support the Plant Area Manager in maintaining the health, quality, and presentation of a wide range of indoor and outdoor plants. You'll be a key point of contact for customers, offering knowledgeable advice and creating attractive displays to inspire and engage. Key Responsibilities: Maintain high standards of plant health and presentation Watering and general plant care across both indoor and outdoor areas Support customers with advice and plant-related enquiries Receive and process plant deliveries Create and maintain plant displays, pots, and planters for sale Keep the Plant Goods In area tidy and organised Liaise with the nursery team to bring in home-grown stock Occasionally use EPOS and HLS systems to input new stock and print labels Lift compost and assist customers as needed Provide support at the tills on occasion About You: You'll have a genuine interest in plants and horticulture (essential) Previous retail or horticultural experience is preferred but not essential You'll enjoy working outdoors and as part of a team You'll be customer-focused, friendly and happy to help wherever needed How to Apply? If you're ready to take the next step in your horticultural journey and join a welcoming, plant-loving team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply below or alternatively, reach out to Michail from an informal chat at (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Mar 15, 2026
Full time
Plant Area Assistant Middlesex Salary: DOE I am working with a well-regarded, independent garden centre, and we are looking for a Plant Area Assistant to join their friendly and passionate team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in horticulture who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in delivering excellent customer service, and wants to be part of a thriving, community-focused business. About the Role: As a Plant Area Assistant, you'll support the Plant Area Manager in maintaining the health, quality, and presentation of a wide range of indoor and outdoor plants. You'll be a key point of contact for customers, offering knowledgeable advice and creating attractive displays to inspire and engage. Key Responsibilities: Maintain high standards of plant health and presentation Watering and general plant care across both indoor and outdoor areas Support customers with advice and plant-related enquiries Receive and process plant deliveries Create and maintain plant displays, pots, and planters for sale Keep the Plant Goods In area tidy and organised Liaise with the nursery team to bring in home-grown stock Occasionally use EPOS and HLS systems to input new stock and print labels Lift compost and assist customers as needed Provide support at the tills on occasion About You: You'll have a genuine interest in plants and horticulture (essential) Previous retail or horticultural experience is preferred but not essential You'll enjoy working outdoors and as part of a team You'll be customer-focused, friendly and happy to help wherever needed How to Apply? If you're ready to take the next step in your horticultural journey and join a welcoming, plant-loving team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply below or alternatively, reach out to Michail from an informal chat at (phone number removed) or (url removed)
