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Administration Assistant Reigate, Surrey (Office-based) - onsite parking available Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm Basic salary of 27,000 (dependent on experience) 22 days + bank holidays Great prospects to develop career in a very supportive employer Our client is an extremely established and well-respected residential property developer. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and luxury, their luxury houses and developments span the southern home counties as well as Gloucestershire and Worcestershire, with more planned. They find themselves in need of a new Administration Assistant to carry out a very varied and busy role in their Production (Build & Commercial) teams, there will also be a chance to help out the Accounts team as well, so your day will fly by. Experience of working in a similar business would be beneficial to your application, not but not essential. You'll be dealing with subcontractors and suppliers regularly, as well as other departments internally, so overall you'll need to be an organised administrator, with strong communication skills. Further details on this opportunity are available if you feel that this role could be a great match to your job search. Don't delay, send your cv today. Shortlisting and interviews are taking place this week, with 2nd interviews and an offer being made next week to the successful candidate. Refer a friend and earn a retail voucher worth up to 500! Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. By applying for this vacancy, you accept Lloyd Recruitment Services Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you. Lloyd Recruitment Services are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer. KW15370

Description Our local government clients in Nottinghamshire are seeking to recruit a Kitchen Assistant to support catering services at the local day service. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing tasks as requested by the Caterer, adhering to menus, and ensuring that food is of good quality, presented attractively, and served at appropriate times and in proper portion sizes. Duties include preparing vegetables and performing simple food preparations as needed; washing pans, utensils, crockery, and cutlery; and cleaning catering equipment, surfaces, and storage areas in accordance with the cleaning schedule. The role also involves undertaking general dining room duties as required. Responsibilities Serve meals under the Caterer's direction and support the preparation of a flexible snack service. Notify the Caterer of any equipment defects and ensure that repairs are carried out. Order stock in the absence of the Caterer. Qualifications Essential GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. Level 3 Food and Hygiene Certificate, along with any other relevant qualifications for the job role. Training in COSHH and risk assessments related to the use of chemicals and equipment. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and social media. Criteria for Shortlisting - About You Awareness of procedures related to the cleanliness and storage of food, including food rotation. Experience in catering or the service industry, with familiarity with Food Hygiene Regulations. A commitment to providing excellent customer care. Ability to work efficiently and effectively, with a knack for identifying ways to improve services and customer outcomes. The capability to work well with colleagues and independently. Dedication to providing a safe environment for customers and staff, treating everyone with respect and consideration. Practical communication skills in a non-judgmental manner with service users and staff; open to training. Cooking skills or a willingness to learn, enabling the individual to cover for the Caterer's absence. Maintenance of high standards of hygiene. Flexibility and commitment to a need-led service. Willingness to undertake further training. Willingness to wear protective clothing, including headwear and appropriate footwear. Commitment to keeping hair and beards tied back and tidy. Must be in good health - No skin or joint complaints that may be aggravated by kitchen work. Presentation - must maintain high standards of personal hygiene, with no jewellery or nail polish permitted. Essential Compliance Requirements 3 Years References, including current employment Enhanced CRB Disclosure will be required Willing to engage in the mandatory pre-screening application process. Diamond Blaque Group, a leading public-sector provider, is acting as the employment agency for this vacancy. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace.

Finance Manager (Must be Part or Fully Qualified) Location: Cheshunt Salary: £50,000 pa Type: Full-time office based, permanent role What you should know about this employer: Well-established, internationally recognised brand with a strong reputation for quality and innovation. The business is entering an exciting phase of growth and is focused on strengthening and scaling its finance function to support this next chapter. Purpose of the role: You ll play a key role across purchase ledger, sales ledger, banking, VAT and month-end support , working closely with the Finance Assistant, and external accountants, to ensure accurate, timely financial processing. Our client is seeking a Qualified Finance professional who is looking for their next challenge in a forward thinking business, who has big growth plans. An individual who is looking to progress within their career to a potential FC Role in the future. As Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include: Managing the Purchase Ledgersupplier set-up and maintenance, query resolution and supplier payment runs Maintaining the Sales Ledger , raising invoices and credits, issuing statements and supporting credit control Completing daily and weekly bank reconciliations across all accounts, including merchant services, petty cash and expenses Preparing and submitting monthly VAT returns under MTD, maintaining clear audit trails and supporting EC/Intrastat reporting where required Ensuring high data integrity within Microsoft Business Central, including accurate dimensions and document attachments Acting as a professional point of contact for supplier and customer queries We re looking for someone who is: AAT, ACA or ACCA Must be part or fully qualified Experienced in a similar Finance Manager role, ideally within manufacturing, FMCG or product-based businesses Confident using ERP systems and Excel (lookups, pivots, basic formulas) Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy A clear, professional communicator who builds strong relationships and is keen to progress long-term Previous responsibility of managing a small team would be beneficial Crisp Recruitment Ltd is a local recruitment consultancy based in Hatfield. We are working on behalf of our client to find suitable candidates for this opportunity.

Finance Assistant Kidderminster 5 days a week office based Temp-perm Up to £32,000 DOE 8:30am-4:30pm Full-time Our client, a growing establishment within the Kidderminster area are currently looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to join their team on a temp-perm basis. As a Finance Assistant, you will be faced with a range of duties to contribute to the smooth operations within the accounts team. Main responsibilities (not limited to): Responsible for processing invoices (sales and purchase ledger) Managing payments and receipts Bank reconciliations Take control of credit control and regularly monitoring and chasing overdue payments Processing expenses claims and support with managing petty cash Maintaining financial records and filing systems in line with HMRC VAT returns preparation and submission Maintain and managing supplier and customer accounts Handling financial queries from internal teams and external contacts Preparing routine financial reports Managing financial documentation and audit trails Supporting month-end and year-end processes Liaising with banks, suppliers, and customers Maintaining accounting software/systems Ensuring compliance with financial procedures Supporting audits by providing documentation Filling statutory returns and documents Responding to financial queries Working with other departments on budget/finance matters Deliver excellent customer service throughout. Any other duties reasonably requested. Complete training as required or requested to enhance capabilities. Maintain the function/responsibilities (where appropriate) of colleagues in their absence Person specification: Previous experience within a Finance position previously. (essential) Familiar with a range of accountancy software (essential) Can work in a team and independently. (essential) Great attention to detail (essential)

Fully office based - central Reading no parking 9-5.30pm Mon to Friday We have an exciting opportunity for a highly capable and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to join our well-established and friendly team in Reading. This is a pivotal role supporting two to three Partners/Directors, ideal for an experienced PA who thrives in a fast-paced professional environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional support. If you are proactive, organised, and known for your positive "can-do" attitude, we'd love to hear from you. As a key member of the administrative team, you will provide high-level, confidential support and play an important part in the smooth running of the business. You'll be an experienced PA who has previously worked in a professional services environment, and you will need to be confident, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently while also being a strong team player. Previous experience of supporting senior management remotely is also required. Your role: Managing complex diaries and coordinating schedules Organising and supporting meetings, including minute-taking Managing emails in the absence of Partners/Directors Producing reports, correspondence, and documents to a consistently high standard Preparing professional presentations Organising travel and related arrangements Liaising with internal departments and key stakeholders Providing visitor hospitality and organising refreshments Handling incoming and outgoing post Supporting the wider administrative team with ad-hoc PA and office duties The Person: 5 + years proven PA experience, ideally supporting at Director or Partner level Experience working with remote or hybrid teams Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office and Outlook Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills A proactive approach with the ability to use initiative Well-developed written and verbal communication skills A professional, discreet, and detail-focused mindset A strong customer-service ethos, both internally and externally Benefits: Life assurance at 2 x salary Income protection insurance Pension Critical illness cover Dental insurance Additional life assurance Childcare vouchers Purchase of additional holiday Retail vouchers Free flu jabs

Assistant Manager Eastbourne Up to 35,000 RAPIDLY EXPANDING and the MARKET LEADER in their retail sector! If you thrive on pace, people, processes and passion, then drive your career forward with this rapidly growing retail business. Our client is a high-profile volume retail store, renowned for value-for-money and excellent customer service. Our client is very much on an upward trajectory, having undergone an impressive new store opening programme over the last few years. Our client is looking for future Store Managers. As an Assistant Manager reporting to the Store Manager and responsible for a strong team, you'll be tasked with driving forward both turnover and revenues from the store based on lean principles. Keeping a close focus on financial KPIs, including wages, wastage and shrinkage will form a key element of the role, together with non-financials such as customer service/feedback, internal audit and standards and compliance. Assistant Manager Responsibilities; Managing the day to day running of a department Acting as Duty Manager for the entire store in the absence of Store Management Assisting Store Management in achieving company KPI's Ensuring your team delivers exceptional customer service Delivering exemplary standards in store presentation, stock control, shrinkage and administration compliance Complying with all Health & Safety policies and legislation Use management information to make strategic business decisions The ideal Assistant Manager candidate; Have a proven track record in a fast paced retail environment. Enjoy being on the shop floor- No sitting in the office for you! Be able to demonstrate a high level of operational, leadership, planning, organisational, interpersonal and communication skills Be target driven and customer service orientated Be highly motivated and ambitious Be a self starter with a can do attitude Please apply with your most up to date cv for the Assistant Manager role. BH35417

Cross-Functional Accounts Role Location: Gloucestershire Hours: Flexible (Full-time or Part-time considered) Temp to Perm Salary: Very negotiable (DOE) Working pattern: Office-based initially, hybrid of 2 days at home available after probation Are you a hands-on account professional who enjoys variety. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation in Gloucestershire, offering flexibility, a broad remit, and real exposure across the finance function. This role would particularly suit someone with experience in a manufacturing, production, or similar operational environment, where accuracy, pace, and collaboration with wider teams are key. The Role You will maintain accurate financial records and support the smooth running of the finance function, with responsibilities including: Updating and maintaining the accounts payable ledger Supporting month-end processes, including accruals and reconciliations Assisting with accounts receivable, payroll support, and reporting Stock and inventory accounting Bank, supplier, and balance sheet reconciliations Supporting senior finance management with process improvement projects, particularly within Accounts Payable Ad-hoc duties supporting the wider finance team What You ll Need to Succeed To be considered for this hands-on account s role, you will ideally have: Experience in a similar account s role within manufacturing, production, or a comparable setting Strong working knowledge of financial systems and good MS Excel skills Excellent attention to detail, particularly with data entry and transactional processing The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills, able to build effective internal and external relationships at all levels A flexible, adaptable approach with strong problem-solving skills Experience using Sage, IRIS or other high-volume transactional environments would be advantageous but is not essential. Why Apply? Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle Hybrid working available after probation Varied, hands-on role with real operational exposure Supportive and collaborative working environment Interested? Send your CV in confidence to: (url removed) This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for flexibility, stability, and a broad accounts role within an operationally focused business. COM1

Buyer West Midlands 40,000 - 55,000 + Car / Allowance A reputable House Builder with offices located in the West Midlands are seeking a permanent Buyer, will also consider Assistant or Senior Buyers dependant on the level of their experience and competencies. Working closely with the Commercial Team you will be running live housing sites and responsible for bulk buying to contribute to the procurement of quality materials and services essential to the successful delivery of construction projects. Job Duties Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best possible terms for materials and services required for construction projects. Manage purchase orders and contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and supplier performance for reporting purposes. Work closely with project managers and site teams to forecast material requirements and ensure timely delivery to meet project schedules. Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function. Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities to mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions. Ensure all purchased materials meet quality standards and specifications in line with project requirements. Required Qualifications Valid driving licence No formal degree required; however, relevant qualifications or training in procurement, supply chain management, or construction materials are advantageous. Experience Proven experience in material buying within the new build housing sector. Demonstrable track record of managing supplier relationships and negotiating favourable terms. Knowledge and Skills Strong understanding of construction materials, their applications and quality standards. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Ability to analyse market conditions and supplier performance to inform purchasing decisions. Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office applications. Organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This is a full time, permanent opportunity.

This temporary role provides high-level executive and operational support to the CEO of an international, mission-driven organisation, ensuring effective leadership, governance, and office operations. It is a fast-paced position requiring excellent organisation, discretion, and confidence working with senior global stakeholders Client Details Our client is a small but highly respected international non-profit organisation working at the intersection of policy, advocacy, and global collaboration. With strong relationships across governments, funders, and international institutions, the organisation plays a key role in shaping dialogue and driving change within its sector Description Provide proactive executive support to the CEO, including complex diary and inbox management Coordinate domestic and international travel across multiple time zones Act as a key liaison with senior external stakeholders, partners, and donors Support Board and governance activity, including meeting coordination and papers Assist with stakeholder communications and CRM administration Support organisational strategy projects and liaise with external consultants Oversee day-to-day office management, including meetings, events, and away days Provide administrative support across HR, recruitment, and internal processes Profile A successful EA to CEO and Office Manager should have: Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, PA supporting senior leadership Experience working in a charity, NGO, or values-led organisation Exceptionally organised with the ability to manage competing priorities Confident communicator with senior and high-profile stakeholders High level of discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail Comfortable working independently in a small, agile team environment Job Offer Hourly rate equivalent to a salary of 35,000- 40,000 Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a purpose-led organisation Flexible working within a collaborative and supportive team culture If you are an experienced EA to CEO and Office Manager looking for an opportunity in the Not For Profit sector, we encourage you to apply for this temporary role today!

Spear is partnering with HTB St Francis Community Church, to deliver the Spear Programme in North Kensington! At HTB Social Transformation, their mission is to prioritise those who are marginalised within society, creating safe spaces where people are known, are loved and feel that they belong. The Spear Programme is delivered in Spear North Kensington which offers young people professionally recognised coaching, for free, to support them into sustainable work or education. They leave Spear equipped to thrive in work and life. Key Information Location: North Kensington, office-based Salary: from £29,000 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm with some out-of-hours work needed for events such as our Spear Celebrations Closing date: Monday 23rd February (We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate) Assessment Day: Thursday 5th March For more information please read through our Work With Us Information Pack and Job Specification. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know. Role Responsibilities Delivery of the Spear Programme Group and 1:1 coaching Preparing and coaching Spear Foundation sessions and 1-1s, ensuring that young people are engaged, retained and work-ready by the end of this initial phase of the programme. Building relationships with young people on the programme and managing culture and attitudes in the training room. Adapting the Spear coaching material according to the needs of the Trainees and managing behaviour effectively. Delivery of Spear Career Delivering weekly Spear Career sessions (including running workshops with past Trainees), maintaining records and reporting on statistics, and creatively developing ongoing relationships with Spear Trainees. Training the Assistant Coach Contributing towards the training and developing of the Assistant Coach by modelling excellent coaching and giving regular feedback. Trainee Recruitment Developing relationships with Job Centres and local referral agencies to ensure that the maximum number of Spear Trainees are enrolled on each programme. This involves liaising with referral agencies, active face-to-face recruitment and monitoring recruitment statistics. Person Specification An active Christian, dedicated to representing the values and ethos of Spear and HTB St Francis Community Church. You have demonstrable experience as a coach, or a background in youth work or teaching, and are keen to develop these skills further. You have a heart for young people and releasing their potential, no matter what challenging circumstances they are facing. Effective interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence with a sense of humour and fun. You are great at building relationships, with solid communication skills. Good administrative and organisational skills, working well under pressure with the ability to prioritise workload.

A global e-commerce leader is seeking a motivated General Manager's Assistant for its Fulfillment Centers in Greater London. This role involves organizing employee engagement events, managing communication channels, and supporting the General Manager with travel and administration tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a keen attention to detail, ensuring the highest quality of service within a diverse team environment.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons BDO's Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. We are looking for someone with; An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a substantial client portfolio profitably whilst being able to actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients. Ability to provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients using resource from a shared service team or via technology tools. Experience of managing a substantial portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection. Understanding of potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm's quality control procedures and raising to the appropriate person. Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues, proving support, training and mentoring where appropriate. Experience of leading complex projects Educated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent. Demonstrable post qualified experience You'll also be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are seeking an organised, proactive and professional Personal Assistant to provide high-level support to the Director of Secondary Education at the Harris Federation. This 1-year fixed-term maternity cover role is central to ensuring the smooth running of the Director's day-to-day operations, including diary management, stakeholder communication, meeting coordination and the preparation of key documents. As part of our Head Office team, you will work closely with senior leaders and colleagues across our secondary academies, playing an important role in supporting the Federation's mission to deliver an outstanding education for thousands of young people. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, and enjoys building strong, professional relationships. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: To present the professional and welcoming face of the Harris Federation and all secondary academies, to all visitors, staff and students, in person and on the telephone. To ensure that the Director's diary is managed efficiently and effectively. This will involve liaising with a variety of external and internal stakeholders. To provide a daily/weekly diary and documentation and maintain an overview of approaching deadlines. To maintain the Director's contacts. To maintain an exemplary professional environment for the Director at all times. To ensure that all visitors are welcomed and catered for in a professional manner, organising refreshments as appropriate. To exercise complete discretion when dealing with issues of confidentiality and sensitivity. To take all telephone calls, in the first instance, dealing with queries, passing on calls if necessary. To keep the Director's meetings file and retrieve necessary paperwork as and when meetings arise. To be responsible for organising meetings and passing on messages between all stakeholders, parents/carers, external agencies and students and the Director. To liaise with clerks to Governors to ensure that all relevant paperwork and correspondence is efficiently managed for all the secondary academies. To support the Director with the preparation of paperwork and presentations for a range of meetings including interviews, disciplinary hearings, grievances, performance management, presentations, training sessions etc. To liaise with Federation admin teams, Data, HR, IT and Finance Business Managers, as well as PAs and Principals across the Federation as appropriate. For a full list of responsibilities, please download the Job Pack. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: Appropriate degree or equivalent experience in previous roles Trained in the use of a variety of ICT packages Knowledge of personal assistant roles and responsibilities Training in typing and formatting of a variety of documents including spreadsheets Experience of managing staff in relation to the PA role Some experience of human resources e.g. recruitment and/or monitoring attendance Experience of working to targets and deadlines Experience of managing meetings including preparation and circulation of papers, minutes and ensuring information is circulated as required Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing Ability to work to deadlines Ability to be flexible Ability to communicate exceptionally well with parents and carers as well as other stakeholders in the academy For a full job specification, please download the Job Pack. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, t his will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times . click apply for full job details

A Leading Firm of Accountants with high-end offices in Liverpool who are redefining what an advisory firm can be-are looking for an Audit Assistant Manager to be part of that journey, paying a salary of £45,000 - £55,000. This would be an ideal position for an Audit Senior who is ready to step up, or an existing Audit Assistant Manager looking for a place where they can truly thrive click apply for full job details

Accounts Assistant - Shirley, Solihull Location: Shirley, Solihull Hours: Monday to Friday, 0900 to 1700 (9am to 5pm) Job Type: Full-Time Temp to Perm Pay Rate: 14.00ph plus paid holiday Start Date: ASAP Work Location: In person Job Description: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a growing, well-established company based in Shirley, Solihull specialising in the field of mechanical handling solutions. Reporting to the Finance Director the accounts assistant will be equipped to support the business in the day-to-day operations of the accounts department. Undertaking a variety of accounting/administrative responsibilities including payroll. Duties/Responsibilities Using Sage and Excel to maintain accurate financial records Purchase ledger and sales ledger duties. Assisting with day-to-day accounting tasks. Payroll processing monthly. Supporting with general administration tasks within the finance department Ensuring all supplier invoices are filed accurately and timely. Answering phone calls and resolving queries. Greet and assist visitors/customers. Any general accounts/administrative duties. Skills and experience requirements Good working knowledge of Sage and Excel. Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role. Payroll experience beneficial. Strong knowledge of purchase and sales ledger. Highly organised, self-motivated, and professional. Discreet and trustworthy when handling finance and payroll information. IT literate, fully proficient in Microsoft Office. Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Benefits: Company pension. Free, onsite parking. Health & well-being programme. Experience: Sage 50 Accounting: 2 years (preferred) Microsoft Excel: 2 years (preferred) Sales and Purchase Ledger Processing: 2 years (preferred) What we offer: Full-time, stable working hours (ideal work-life balance) Friendly and supportive working environment with direct exposure to senior finance leadership Weekly pay via the agency Ongoing support from our dedicated recruitment team How to apply: Quick and easy online registration via the Pure Staff app, including digital Right to Work check and interview process. While working with Pure Staff, you will be employed and paid directly by us - no umbrella companies, no processing fees, and outsourced payroll. You'll receive accurate, on-time weekly pay and access to exclusive employee benefits and discounts.

An independent long running manufacturing company based in Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne are looking for an Assistant Accountant to start ASAP on a permanent basis, 100% office based with a half day on a Friday. Your role is to be responsible for documenting the finance functions including accounts payables/receivables, receipts/payments, cashflow, reconciliations, general ledger transactions, P&L, Balance sheet including management accounts within a small finance team. You will deliver an efficient transactional and reporting finance service to the business seeking to achieve value by proactive accounts payable management, accurate postings, reconciliations, and efficient reporting. Supporting the Financial Controller to deliver a quality finance function for the business. Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience: AAT Technician level 4 minimum Ideally, part/newly qualified in a finance related/ recognised accounting qualification. Good understanding of Microsoft 365/D365 and working knowledge of excel spreadsheets. Key Accountabilities: Day to Day responsibility for financial transactional processing. This includes supplier invoice input, reconciliation journals, supplier relationship management and credit control. To ensure that financial transactions are carried out in the timeliest and cost-effective manner, whilst adhering to group financial policies. Perform three-way matching PO/GRN/Invoices, resolve any issues identified. Input supplier invoices daily, reconcile statements, and credit notes in line with supplier and internal expectations. Raising and allocating payments made, ensuring unallocated payments are reviewed and cleared in good time. Monitor supplier/customer accounts and liaising with the business, highlighting due dates upcoming and payment profiles. Manage DPO (Days payables outstanding) within forecasted cash balances, resolve invoicing queries with appropriate department and suppliers Review aged AP, AR, Debit notes, Goods Received Not Invoiced, Purchase orders outstanding and clear where possible Support the preparation of monthly management accounts (P&L/Balance sheet), including prepayments/accruals and reconciliations. Obtain, maintain, and report GL historical data to allow strategic decisions to be made by Financial Controller & Leadership team. Review aged AP, AR, Debit notes, GRNI, Purchase orders and clear where possible. Perform reconciliations, including investigation and resolution of variances. Daily spreadsheet updates, cashflows and banking transactions. Support the Financial controller by providing data to be included within forecasts/ quarterly business reviews/ medium term plans / budgets and other analysis. This position offers a salary of c 30k, Monday to Thursday 8am - 4.30pm, Fridays 8am - 1.30pm, 37 hours per week, 25 days holiday, healthcare, pension and plenty of parking. They also offer toil hours at month end you can bank and then take them as time off in lieu.

RSR are currently recruiting for an experienced administrator/secretary to work as a Management Assistant on a full-time, long-term contract based in Southampton, Hampshire. Please be advised, whilst hybrid working is available, this role is office based, so applicants must be prepared to travel to and work from Southampton. The role will be involve accessing Police systems, so applicants will need to undergo Security Vetting checks. The role is paying 14.10p per hour (PAYE) Main purpose of the role: To provide a range of support services to the Senior Leadership Team and the Joint Operations Unit. Key Responsibilities : 1. To act as a main point of contact for the Senior Leadership Team maintaining electronic diaries, arranging and organising meetings and conferences. To provide support to Senior Leaders who have force-wide responsibility for areas of business including those which form part of a control strategy and other areas 2. To record and produce key decisions, actions and risks at relevant meetings. Only produce typed full minutes of meetings if it is a mandated action. 3. To co-ordinate and liaise with internal and external key partners and stakeholders (non-specific). 4. To create and maintain a variety of computerised records and indices specific to roles and Commands. 5. Monitor and manage Senior Leaders' e-mail and mailboxes, as and when required e.g. through periods of annual leave and absence, and maintain GDL and Command mailboxes (when applicable). 6. To collate information and electronic or paper files required to respond to internal and external enquiries 7. To maintain and manage Command communications through the Intranet, bulletins and newsletters. 8. Liaise with Facilities/IT regarding office equipment and/or to monitor and maintain office equipment accessed by the Senior Leadership Team. 9. To be aware of Force policies on Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and Data Protection and comply with the legislation and the standards of 'good practice'. Essential: Extensive secretarial or administrative experience in a office environment Substantial experience of typing/word processing and proficient in document layout Computer literate - experienced in the production and use of Microsoft Office software - Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams. Desirable: Familiarity with Police organisation and structure. Experience as a secretary to a senior management team. Analytical work and report writing. If you would like to be considered for this position and have the relevant experience, then please apply now.

Customer Experience & Operations Assistant Location: Bicester Salary: up to £27,510 per annum Hours: Monday Friday, 07 00 We are seeking a proactive and versatile Customer Operations Assistant to join a well-established manufacturing business at their Bicester site. This is a varied and hands-on role, combining warehouse operations, in-store customer service, and interdepartmental coordination offering you the opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will initially be based predominantly in the warehouse, supporting the preparation and dispatch of products, with increasing opportunities to work directly with customers in-store, providing product advice and assisting with sales. Key Responsibilities • Ensure customer orders are manufactured, picked, and dispatched accurately and on time • Manage and resolve order queries efficiently • Liaise with production, sales, and logistics teams to ensure smooth order processing • Communicate effectively with couriers, suppliers, and other external partners • Support stock management, including checks, replenishment, and rotation of products • Schedule and oversee waste removal in line with environmental regulations • Maintain and clean manufacturing and warehouse equipment • Provide excellent in-store customer service, including product recommendations and sales support • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders About You • Previous experience in customer service, administration, or warehouse operations • Background in manufacturing or related industries is highly advantageous • Confident using Microsoft Office; experience with CRM systems and ERP platforms is beneficial • Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal • Willing to learn about specialist products and develop new skills • Full forklift training will be provided as part of the role Why Join Us? • Competitive salary up to £27,510 per annum • Full training provided, including forklift certification and product knowledge • Be part of a respected manufacturing business with a strong reputation in its sector • Varied responsibilities offering professional growth across manufacturing, operations, and customer service If you re ready to join a forward-thinking manufacturer where no two days are the same, apply today. Equation Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Chef de Partie Working Pattern: Monday to Friday - various shift timings, 35 hours per week Hourly Rate: 13.50 per hour Location : Bury We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Chef de Partie to help us create exceptional food experiences for DINE on a full time basis. As a Chef de Partie, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers in the market-leading food service company in the UK. In return we offer support and development to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator Representing DINE and maintaining a positive brand image Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards Complying with Health & Safety regulations Our ideal Chef de Partie will: Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers Have a desire to succeed in your role Possess the ability to work under pressure Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability Have a safety-first mind set Passionate about food Personality behind every plate Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That's why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero by 2030. Our secret ingredient - our people! If you've got what it takes to join some of the food service industry's best and brightest, we want to hear from you. Chefs, customer assistants, support and office roles: explore our live vacancies today. Job Reference: com/1201/(phone number removed)/(phone number removed)/R/BU Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!