Housekeeper Location: Hartwell, Northampton Rate: £12.71 per hour Permanent Part Time 6 hours per week (10am - 4pm every Sunday) 'Extraordinary Days, Every Day' At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence , building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs. We are recruiting Housekeeper to join our service in Northampton, To work as a member of our care delivery team in maintaining high standards of Resident Care. The Housekeeper will be expected to assist in delivering a high standard, clean and safe environment for residents, visitors and staff. The Housekeeper will report to the Home Manager. Who We're Looking For We're seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. Requirements To take direction and daily job tasks from the Nurse and Home Manager. Clean, tidy all areas in conjunction with co-worker to a high standard. Work to an agreed timetable. Ensure the fabric and integrity of the building is kept to a high standard. Maintain a safe environment in accordance with all health and safety and unit policies and procedures. Be prepared to carry out additional cleaning requirements if a need is highlighted. Respond appropriately to action plans from environmental audits. Monitor usage and storage of all stock. Adhere to all COSHH guidelines. Carry out required weekly stock ordering. Assist in weekly/monthly deep cleaning. Clean, when required, unit carpet for minor spillages. Empty all bins and general waste. Adhere to infection control guidelines. Monitor the environment for additional cleaning requirements. Adhere to manual handling, risk assessment and fire safety. Report faulty equipment to qualified staff Participate as a team member. Communicate with team any problems or difficulties. Maintain resident confidentiality/data protection. Adhere to all unit policy and procedures and maintain up-to-date knowledge. Maintain up-to-date mandatory training. Monitor pest control and report any problems. Report any untoward incidents to the Nurse in Charge. Responsible for the security of keys. To monitor your own educational needs and to ensure you meet the requirements of your job. Be prepared to undertake training for the benefit of The Oakleaf Group. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. What we offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grant Our Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-Centred Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives - this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence.CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7-10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Housekeeper Location: Hartwell, Northampton Rate: £12.71 per hour Permanent Part Time 6 hours per week (10am - 4pm every Sunday) 'Extraordinary Days, Every Day' At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence , building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs. We are recruiting Housekeeper to join our service in Northampton, To work as a member of our care delivery team in maintaining high standards of Resident Care. The Housekeeper will be expected to assist in delivering a high standard, clean and safe environment for residents, visitors and staff. The Housekeeper will report to the Home Manager. Who We're Looking For We're seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. Requirements To take direction and daily job tasks from the Nurse and Home Manager. Clean, tidy all areas in conjunction with co-worker to a high standard. Work to an agreed timetable. Ensure the fabric and integrity of the building is kept to a high standard. Maintain a safe environment in accordance with all health and safety and unit policies and procedures. Be prepared to carry out additional cleaning requirements if a need is highlighted. Respond appropriately to action plans from environmental audits. Monitor usage and storage of all stock. Adhere to all COSHH guidelines. Carry out required weekly stock ordering. Assist in weekly/monthly deep cleaning. Clean, when required, unit carpet for minor spillages. Empty all bins and general waste. Adhere to infection control guidelines. Monitor the environment for additional cleaning requirements. Adhere to manual handling, risk assessment and fire safety. Report faulty equipment to qualified staff Participate as a team member. Communicate with team any problems or difficulties. Maintain resident confidentiality/data protection. Adhere to all unit policy and procedures and maintain up-to-date knowledge. Maintain up-to-date mandatory training. Monitor pest control and report any problems. Report any untoward incidents to the Nurse in Charge. Responsible for the security of keys. To monitor your own educational needs and to ensure you meet the requirements of your job. Be prepared to undertake training for the benefit of The Oakleaf Group. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. What we offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grant Our Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-Centred Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives - this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence.CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7-10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Solar PV Installation Site Manager Site Locations: North West & West Midlands Salary: circa £50-55K + £7K car allowance About the Company Reed Constriction are partnered with a fast-growing renewable energy startup that has scaled rapidly over the past two years, delivering large-scale solar PV projects across the UK. Backed by a well-established US investment group , they offer the financial stability of a major organisation alongside the agility, collaboration, and ambition of a startup environment. The Role We are seeking an experienced Solar PV Installation Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of large-scale commerce & industry solar projects ranging from 200kWp to 60MWp . You will be responsible for managing site operations, contractors, health & safety, and quality, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and in full compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 . Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day on-site solar PV installation activities Set up site welfare, logistics, and quality systems Ensure compliance with CDM 2015, H&S legislation, and company procedures Supervise subcontractors and site teams Carry out site inspections to ensure quality and safety standards Maintain accurate site records, risk assessments, and progress reports Liaise with project managers, clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders About You 5+ years' experience delivering large-scale solar PV projects Must have a real passion and focus on H&S - as this is key to the company culture Must be willing to collaborate and support the team - this is essential for a start up Strong knowledge of ground-mounted and rooftop installations Proven understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 Experience managing subcontractors and site teams SMSTS , First Aid, and Fire Warden certified Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills Proactive, safety-focused, and comfortable working to tight deadlines Why Join this business? In the client's word "what this company will do over the next 3 years could be sensational" High-growth company Backed by a secure US investment group Can make decisions and change quickly They used trusted contractors and high quality products Collaborative, forward-thinking culture Focus on quality and safety Long-term career progression opportunities How to Apply If this has caught your interest then please do not hesitate and apply today
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Solar PV Installation Site Manager Site Locations: North West & West Midlands Salary: circa £50-55K + £7K car allowance About the Company Reed Constriction are partnered with a fast-growing renewable energy startup that has scaled rapidly over the past two years, delivering large-scale solar PV projects across the UK. Backed by a well-established US investment group , they offer the financial stability of a major organisation alongside the agility, collaboration, and ambition of a startup environment. The Role We are seeking an experienced Solar PV Installation Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of large-scale commerce & industry solar projects ranging from 200kWp to 60MWp . You will be responsible for managing site operations, contractors, health & safety, and quality, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and in full compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 . Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day on-site solar PV installation activities Set up site welfare, logistics, and quality systems Ensure compliance with CDM 2015, H&S legislation, and company procedures Supervise subcontractors and site teams Carry out site inspections to ensure quality and safety standards Maintain accurate site records, risk assessments, and progress reports Liaise with project managers, clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders About You 5+ years' experience delivering large-scale solar PV projects Must have a real passion and focus on H&S - as this is key to the company culture Must be willing to collaborate and support the team - this is essential for a start up Strong knowledge of ground-mounted and rooftop installations Proven understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 Experience managing subcontractors and site teams SMSTS , First Aid, and Fire Warden certified Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills Proactive, safety-focused, and comfortable working to tight deadlines Why Join this business? In the client's word "what this company will do over the next 3 years could be sensational" High-growth company Backed by a secure US investment group Can make decisions and change quickly They used trusted contractors and high quality products Collaborative, forward-thinking culture Focus on quality and safety Long-term career progression opportunities How to Apply If this has caught your interest then please do not hesitate and apply today
We are expanding our Construction Team and are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will work alongside the development team to ensure the site programme is planned, delivered and effectively monitored on a daily basis. You will manage all site resources including labour, plant and materials as well as on site health and safety and client customer service. As a Site Manager you will also be expected to take ownership of site issues and ensure they are dealt with promptly. You will monitor all site activity against quality standards, productivity targets and deadlines. Additionally you will ensure that materials are ordered, stored and used in a cost effective manner. You will be responsible for identifying overspend and highlighting potential savings. It is essential that you are able to maintain control of sub contractor time through itemising, programming and authorising as appropriate. Communication is key, and you will need to liaise with other teams within Cala to update them on the progress of the project. About You Ideally, you will have experience of working in the house building industry, and have experience of meeting NHBC standards. It is important that you have a broad understanding of all trades and have a thorough knowledge of the construction process. You will have excellent organisation and communication skills, work well within a team and be computer literate. Requirements Must have a valid: CITB - SMSTS (not an internal version, has to be CITB) First Aid at Work (FAW) Appropriate CSCS Card Ideally have a valid: Basic Scaffold Theory and Inspection (or CISRS Inspector) Site Environmental Management (CITB SEATS or IEMA) CITB - Temporary Works Co ordinator (TWC) Other qualifications: Have experience working to NHBC standards Held previous position conducting this role, for 5 years Closing Date: 10th May 2026
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
We are expanding our Construction Team and are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will work alongside the development team to ensure the site programme is planned, delivered and effectively monitored on a daily basis. You will manage all site resources including labour, plant and materials as well as on site health and safety and client customer service. As a Site Manager you will also be expected to take ownership of site issues and ensure they are dealt with promptly. You will monitor all site activity against quality standards, productivity targets and deadlines. Additionally you will ensure that materials are ordered, stored and used in a cost effective manner. You will be responsible for identifying overspend and highlighting potential savings. It is essential that you are able to maintain control of sub contractor time through itemising, programming and authorising as appropriate. Communication is key, and you will need to liaise with other teams within Cala to update them on the progress of the project. About You Ideally, you will have experience of working in the house building industry, and have experience of meeting NHBC standards. It is important that you have a broad understanding of all trades and have a thorough knowledge of the construction process. You will have excellent organisation and communication skills, work well within a team and be computer literate. Requirements Must have a valid: CITB - SMSTS (not an internal version, has to be CITB) First Aid at Work (FAW) Appropriate CSCS Card Ideally have a valid: Basic Scaffold Theory and Inspection (or CISRS Inspector) Site Environmental Management (CITB SEATS or IEMA) CITB - Temporary Works Co ordinator (TWC) Other qualifications: Have experience working to NHBC standards Held previous position conducting this role, for 5 years Closing Date: 10th May 2026
Senior Administrator - PA / Permanent / Chester / Hybrid model / Full time / Immediate start Your new company My client, a leading law firm based in the heart of Chester city centre, is seeking a professional Senior Administrator/PA to join their team on a permanent basis. I am seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to support and assist the Practice Manager, Quality & Risk Manager and Performance & Growth Director. Your new role The position is offered full time Monday to Friday with a hybrid model in place. The successful candidate will need to be able to prioritise a busy and varied workload and have a proven track record of working in a fast-paced office environment. The role requires excellent communication, relationship building and organisational skills. Some of your duties will include but not limited to. Responding to all correspondence including phone calls, emails and letters Scheduling appointments and organising diary entries Prepare reports, presentations, and meeting materials Maintain filing systems (digital and physical) and ensure data confidentiality Deal with sensitive and confidential matters in a professional manner A ssist with the co-ordination of training and the firm's appraisal and promotion process. Help with the induction and onboarding requirements for all new starters. Be the first point of contact for facility queries and assist with co-ordination of facilities, security and health & safety matters. Co-ordinate DBS checks. Providing cover for the receptionist's lunch break and other occasions as required. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience as a senior administrator/PA is essential for this position. Excellent attention to detail. Strong organisational skills. Excellent time management skills. Ability to prioritise and multitask efficiently. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Have a good knowledge of Microsoft Office, such as Outlook, Word, Excel What you'll get in return Excellent working environment Superb city centre location Supportive and friendly team What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Senior Administrator - PA / Permanent / Chester / Hybrid model / Full time / Immediate start Your new company My client, a leading law firm based in the heart of Chester city centre, is seeking a professional Senior Administrator/PA to join their team on a permanent basis. I am seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to support and assist the Practice Manager, Quality & Risk Manager and Performance & Growth Director. Your new role The position is offered full time Monday to Friday with a hybrid model in place. The successful candidate will need to be able to prioritise a busy and varied workload and have a proven track record of working in a fast-paced office environment. The role requires excellent communication, relationship building and organisational skills. Some of your duties will include but not limited to. Responding to all correspondence including phone calls, emails and letters Scheduling appointments and organising diary entries Prepare reports, presentations, and meeting materials Maintain filing systems (digital and physical) and ensure data confidentiality Deal with sensitive and confidential matters in a professional manner A ssist with the co-ordination of training and the firm's appraisal and promotion process. Help with the induction and onboarding requirements for all new starters. Be the first point of contact for facility queries and assist with co-ordination of facilities, security and health & safety matters. Co-ordinate DBS checks. Providing cover for the receptionist's lunch break and other occasions as required. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience as a senior administrator/PA is essential for this position. Excellent attention to detail. Strong organisational skills. Excellent time management skills. Ability to prioritise and multitask efficiently. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Have a good knowledge of Microsoft Office, such as Outlook, Word, Excel What you'll get in return Excellent working environment Superb city centre location Supportive and friendly team What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Job title: Programme Manager - Strategic Delivery & PMO Reports to: Chief Operating Officer Location: London/Hybrid Contract type: Fixed Term Contract 12 Months Apply via: Please submit a CV and cover letter that sets out how your recent experience aligns with the Essential Experience criteria in the role description to Please structure your response with clear, specific examples. Applications that do not address these criteria may not be progressed. About us: ScreenSkills is the industry-led strategic skills body for the UK screen industries. As experts in career development for the screen sector, we offer a portfolio of training, programmes, events, free e-learning and other career resources to support the development of technical and professional skills across all career stages and for people from every background in every Nation and region. We use research and data to identify skills gaps and shortages which informs the investment in high-quality and inclusive training programmes made by our five Skills Funds: animation, children's TV, film, high-end TV and unscripted TV. Our policy and advocacy work is focused on delivering change to support the UK's skilled screen workforce and industry. ScreenSkills is one part of an ecosystem that supports a world-leading, inclusive and agile workforce now and for the future. We work collaboratively with broadcasters, studios, streamers, production companies and other organisations across all sectors to power the skills needed to drive the long-term success of the UK's screen industries. Role purpose: ScreenSkills is delivering its strategy to support a world leading, inclusive and agile screen workforce. This role provides organisational leadership across Strategic Projects, ensuring activity is sequenced, governed and resourced effectively. Alongside Strategy programme oversight, the role will also help establish the basic foundations of a Project Management Office (PMO) to strengthen delivery discipline, cross team coordination and portfolio level reporting throughout the organisation. Key responsibilities: Strategic Project Leadership & Oversight Lead day to day planning, tracking, oversight, and reporting of a programme of Strategic Projects derived from to ScreenSkills' Strategy and Annual Operating Plan activities. Maintain the organisation wide roadmap of Strategic Projects, including dependencies, milestones, delivery risks and mitigations. Ensure Strategic Projects deliver expected outcomes, integrating evaluation, workforce insight and stakeholder priorities. Delivery of Core Strategy Workstreams Financial Management & Reporting Monitor actual expenditure and forecasted spend for Strategic Projects, aligned to the current budgets, working closely with senior colleagues in delivery and Finance teams. Work with the CEO, Finance Director and the COO to produce board updates and strategic performance summaries. Proposing and identifying risks and mitigations Communications, Reporting & Engagement Working effectively with all teams, particularly Finance. Scheduling regular update meetings with key colleagues to ensure that they are up-to-date with what's happening across delivery activities and alerting project leads and other senior colleagues to any potential issues (e.g. in the areas of staffing, resourcing, timelines, delivery against targets or reporting) Provide delivery support for project groups as needed (including the cross sector stakeholder groups). Engage with all internal and external stakeholders as needed. PMO Functional Development Support the COO in maturing the project planning, management and coordination methodologies throughout the organization (the establishment of a basic PMO). Lead organisation wide adoption of a suitable task/project management platform to act as a "single source of truth" for projects. Help build organisational capability through coaching and mentoring colleagues involved in project delivery. Develop consistent planning and reporting tools for use across projects. Produce portfolio level dashboards and narrative reporting to improve oversight of performance, risks and resourcing across relevant projects. Outline use cases for applicable tools, systems & processes Essential skills and experiences: Essential Experience Proven experience managing complex organisational Strategic Projects. Experience establishing or contributing to PMO structures or delivery frameworks. Strong financial literacy and ability to manage budgets. Experience coordinating multi stakeholder delivery across sectors or agencies. Essential Skills Excellent project and programme planning skills. Strong stakeholder engagement, relationship building and diplomacy. Ability to synthesise information and produce concise high quality reporting. Strong organisational, analytical and communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience in skills, education, creative industries or public policy environments. Attributes Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused Skilled at navigating ambiguity and complexity Collaborative and committed to inclusive workforce development Corporate responsibilities of all ScreenSkills personnel: Take ownership of, and contribute to, internal and external communications activity both in their job role and as part of ScreenSkills' overall strategic objectives. Demonstrate a personal commitment to embracing and promoting ScreenSkills' positive approach to the achievement of acceptance, openness, and equality of opportunity at work for people from under-represented groups (e.g. such as those with disabilities and global majority backgrounds) Promote and develop individual and organisational activities which support and enhance environmental sustainability and health and safety objectives. Establish good working relationships with both internal and external customers and provide a high-quality service which meets their needs. Support yours and your colleagues' activity through a commitment to effective and correct use of corporate tools and resources, including the ScreenSkills' intranet for internal communications and authorised systems for contact management. ScreenSkills is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering after a career break, women, people who are LGBTQ+, minority ethnic groups, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, from a less advantaged socio-economic background as well as any other under-represented group. This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive. It is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job title: Programme Manager - Strategic Delivery & PMO Reports to: Chief Operating Officer Location: London/Hybrid Contract type: Fixed Term Contract 12 Months Apply via: Please submit a CV and cover letter that sets out how your recent experience aligns with the Essential Experience criteria in the role description to Please structure your response with clear, specific examples. Applications that do not address these criteria may not be progressed. About us: ScreenSkills is the industry-led strategic skills body for the UK screen industries. As experts in career development for the screen sector, we offer a portfolio of training, programmes, events, free e-learning and other career resources to support the development of technical and professional skills across all career stages and for people from every background in every Nation and region. We use research and data to identify skills gaps and shortages which informs the investment in high-quality and inclusive training programmes made by our five Skills Funds: animation, children's TV, film, high-end TV and unscripted TV. Our policy and advocacy work is focused on delivering change to support the UK's skilled screen workforce and industry. ScreenSkills is one part of an ecosystem that supports a world-leading, inclusive and agile workforce now and for the future. We work collaboratively with broadcasters, studios, streamers, production companies and other organisations across all sectors to power the skills needed to drive the long-term success of the UK's screen industries. Role purpose: ScreenSkills is delivering its strategy to support a world leading, inclusive and agile screen workforce. This role provides organisational leadership across Strategic Projects, ensuring activity is sequenced, governed and resourced effectively. Alongside Strategy programme oversight, the role will also help establish the basic foundations of a Project Management Office (PMO) to strengthen delivery discipline, cross team coordination and portfolio level reporting throughout the organisation. Key responsibilities: Strategic Project Leadership & Oversight Lead day to day planning, tracking, oversight, and reporting of a programme of Strategic Projects derived from to ScreenSkills' Strategy and Annual Operating Plan activities. Maintain the organisation wide roadmap of Strategic Projects, including dependencies, milestones, delivery risks and mitigations. Ensure Strategic Projects deliver expected outcomes, integrating evaluation, workforce insight and stakeholder priorities. Delivery of Core Strategy Workstreams Financial Management & Reporting Monitor actual expenditure and forecasted spend for Strategic Projects, aligned to the current budgets, working closely with senior colleagues in delivery and Finance teams. Work with the CEO, Finance Director and the COO to produce board updates and strategic performance summaries. Proposing and identifying risks and mitigations Communications, Reporting & Engagement Working effectively with all teams, particularly Finance. Scheduling regular update meetings with key colleagues to ensure that they are up-to-date with what's happening across delivery activities and alerting project leads and other senior colleagues to any potential issues (e.g. in the areas of staffing, resourcing, timelines, delivery against targets or reporting) Provide delivery support for project groups as needed (including the cross sector stakeholder groups). Engage with all internal and external stakeholders as needed. PMO Functional Development Support the COO in maturing the project planning, management and coordination methodologies throughout the organization (the establishment of a basic PMO). Lead organisation wide adoption of a suitable task/project management platform to act as a "single source of truth" for projects. Help build organisational capability through coaching and mentoring colleagues involved in project delivery. Develop consistent planning and reporting tools for use across projects. Produce portfolio level dashboards and narrative reporting to improve oversight of performance, risks and resourcing across relevant projects. Outline use cases for applicable tools, systems & processes Essential skills and experiences: Essential Experience Proven experience managing complex organisational Strategic Projects. Experience establishing or contributing to PMO structures or delivery frameworks. Strong financial literacy and ability to manage budgets. Experience coordinating multi stakeholder delivery across sectors or agencies. Essential Skills Excellent project and programme planning skills. Strong stakeholder engagement, relationship building and diplomacy. Ability to synthesise information and produce concise high quality reporting. Strong organisational, analytical and communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience in skills, education, creative industries or public policy environments. Attributes Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused Skilled at navigating ambiguity and complexity Collaborative and committed to inclusive workforce development Corporate responsibilities of all ScreenSkills personnel: Take ownership of, and contribute to, internal and external communications activity both in their job role and as part of ScreenSkills' overall strategic objectives. Demonstrate a personal commitment to embracing and promoting ScreenSkills' positive approach to the achievement of acceptance, openness, and equality of opportunity at work for people from under-represented groups (e.g. such as those with disabilities and global majority backgrounds) Promote and develop individual and organisational activities which support and enhance environmental sustainability and health and safety objectives. Establish good working relationships with both internal and external customers and provide a high-quality service which meets their needs. Support yours and your colleagues' activity through a commitment to effective and correct use of corporate tools and resources, including the ScreenSkills' intranet for internal communications and authorised systems for contact management. ScreenSkills is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering after a career break, women, people who are LGBTQ+, minority ethnic groups, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, from a less advantaged socio-economic background as well as any other under-represented group. This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive. It is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing.
Job title: Operations & People Lead Contract: 1.0 FTE - 1 year fixed-term contract with the possibility to become permanent Location: Hybrid working: office base is at Somerset House, London: we are flexible on approach, within a hybrid model of in-person & virtual. This can be discussed at interview ( ) Salary: £45k to £50k p.a. (pro rata), depending on experience Reporting to: CEO Start date: ASAP - depending on candidate s notice period Normal hours: Office hours are 9.30 - 5.30pm, Monday Friday. As this is ideally a 0.8 FTE role, there is flexibility on how the time is spread across the week. Please state how you would intend to allocate your time when you apply. ( requests for flexible working hours will be considered) Other: Annual leave is 25 days per year (pro rata) plus standard bank holidays Cultural entitlement of £250 per annum (pro rata) to spend on arts/cultural events & activities All employees are able to claim 1 hour a week for personal wellbeing Pension scheme enrolment and 6% employer contributions (reviewed annually) ( ) Access to office space in London is always available to staff who can't or don't want to work from home. Some travel is involved in this role, to visit organisations and run programme activities. If you would like this application pack in a different format (e.g. large print or audio file), please email us (information in the link provided). About Julie s Bicycle (JB) JB unites culture, creativity and climate action to drive change. For nearly two decades, we ve been at the forefront of the creative climate movement - one of the first to position culture as a powerful force for radical change. Our mission is to mobilise the creative sector, equipping thousands of artists, cultural organisations, and creative leaders with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to transform their practice into climate action. We focus on tackling the root causes of the climate, nature, and justice crises by shaping thinking, informing policy, and scaling practical solutions. Together, we can turn creativity into a powerful force for a just and regenerative future. Role summary As our new Operations and People Lead, you will help us continue to build and nurture a strong, can-do, and empowering operational culture that is rooted in collaboration, equity and care. You will support the CEO in ensuring the right systems and processes are in place for the smooth running of the organisation and support the Head of Programmes in the seamless delivery of our programs during a period of rapid change. You will collaborate with the whole team to continue to strengthen our equitable foundations and ensure our internal structures fully reflect and sustain our core values of justice and care. Your goal will be to balance operational efficiency with team well-being, optimising people and teams allocations and implementing new approaches and processes so that we deliver outstanding work, while our people thrive. You will allow the leadership to focus on high-level strategy while you support us in continuing to nurture our supportive, empowering, and equitable working environment. Key Responsibilities People strategy - (Approx 40%) Operations strategy and ways of working: Work with the CEO and SLT, co-design and implement a robust operations strategy and clear ways of working for effective allocation of team and resources to achieve the organisation's objectives, strengthening further our principles of deep collaboration, equity and care. Equitable recruitment and retention strategy: Building on our existing progress in inclusive hiring, you will work closely with the CEO and SLT to evolve and champion our recruitment and retention strategy. You will continue to refine our processes, ensuring we remain at the forefront of removing access barriers and nurturing a diverse, flourishing, and long-term workforce. You will be responsible for timelining, creating Job Descriptions; advertising strategy and budget; liaise with hiring manager; referencing; offer letters & contracts. People development & care: Working closely with the CEO and SLT, contribute to the development and lead on the implementation of training, continuous professional development processes and policies that enable transparency, peer to peer feedback, psychological safety, professional development and empowerment. Delivery strategy: Working closely with the Head of Programmes, design and drive a capacity planning strategy for the team across 20+ projects to ensure impact delivery as well as balanced workloads. Cross-cutting principles: Working closely with the CEO, leading internal policy work, you will steward and expand our internal policy framework, ensuring that our established principles of wellbeing, diversity, accessibility, and anti-racism continue to be deeply woven into the fabric of every new and existing policy. Operational excellence (Approx 30%) Systems improvement: Enhance and adjust systems, processes, and best practices to ensure they are flexible enough to respond to the lived realities of a diverse team. Digital access: Lead the planning and implementation of IT and digital strategies that facilitate accessible and collaborative remote/hybrid working. Compliance and safety: Maintain and communicate health, safety, and security protocols through a lens of collective care and team protection. Process standardisation: Working with the CEO and Finance Manager, drive consistency across HR, admin, and finance to reduce cognitive load and administrative friction for the team. HR & financial administration (Approx 20%) HR: HR Software & data ownership, maintenance and ensuring consistency in colleagues use of the software. Act as the primary point of contact for HR enquiries, accessibility requests, and leave calculation. Act on behalf of the CEO in handling confidential issues with care and restorative intent & liaising with external HR advisor. Financial support: In partnership with our Finance Manager, coordinate confidential finance administration, including payroll, pensions, and audit preparation, ensuring all team members are supported by stable financial operations. Resource management: Manage IT and Operations budgets. Contract management: Oversee the administration of employment contracts and agreements and NDAs for freelancers, as well as internship placements to ensure fair and clear working agreements. Executive support & governance (Approx 10% of the time) Leadership partnership: Support the SLT in strategic direction, planning, and workforce development so they can focus on fundraising, advocacy and high-level impact work. Support the CEO on internal communications, business travel, scheduling, diary management, technical assistance. Board: Manage all JB Board administration, including arranging quarterly meetings, minutes, etc. Funding & tenders: Provide necessary operational and organisational information for funding applications and manage portal processes for payments and offers. Office Management: Lead on the management of JB s office, ensuring that the office is a comfortable working environment and equipment is maintained. Be the first point of contact for Somerset House, facilities, and for office related issues. Person Specification Essential HR Expertise: Six to eight years of demonstrable practical experience in designing and implementing People centred strategies with a focus on collaborative leadership rooted in inclusion, equity, diversity and care (six to eight years of experience). We re particularly interested in someone experienced and/or genuinely interested in participatory design methods that incorporate the lived experiences of a diverse team. Operational excellence: Six to eight years of demonstrable practical experience of developing and implementing effective operations strategies and effective systems and processes that enable organisational excellence and staff wellbeing. A genuine, demonstrable commitment for the role of culture in addressing the climate, environment and justice crises, preferably with experience of working with values-led teams working on systemic issues especially working across climate, environmental and justice issues. Demonstrable experience of planning and implementing streamlined digital operations, bringing a seamless and cohesive approach to IT and software solutions. Strategic thinking with an eye for detail: Ability to contribute to high-level strategy while maintaining excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication skills: Ability to communicate key messages effectively across various written and verbal forms. Broad familiarity with financial and business principles. Effectively manage competing priorities and adapt and respond as business needs require Experience of planning using organisational and project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and manage time and resources effectively. Creative problem solving skills A proactive, flexible approach, and ability to progress work independently in a fast paced environment. Why Join Us? At Julie s Bicycle, you ll join a passionate team working at the intersection of creativity and climate action . click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job title: Operations & People Lead Contract: 1.0 FTE - 1 year fixed-term contract with the possibility to become permanent Location: Hybrid working: office base is at Somerset House, London: we are flexible on approach, within a hybrid model of in-person & virtual. This can be discussed at interview ( ) Salary: £45k to £50k p.a. (pro rata), depending on experience Reporting to: CEO Start date: ASAP - depending on candidate s notice period Normal hours: Office hours are 9.30 - 5.30pm, Monday Friday. As this is ideally a 0.8 FTE role, there is flexibility on how the time is spread across the week. Please state how you would intend to allocate your time when you apply. ( requests for flexible working hours will be considered) Other: Annual leave is 25 days per year (pro rata) plus standard bank holidays Cultural entitlement of £250 per annum (pro rata) to spend on arts/cultural events & activities All employees are able to claim 1 hour a week for personal wellbeing Pension scheme enrolment and 6% employer contributions (reviewed annually) ( ) Access to office space in London is always available to staff who can't or don't want to work from home. Some travel is involved in this role, to visit organisations and run programme activities. If you would like this application pack in a different format (e.g. large print or audio file), please email us (information in the link provided). About Julie s Bicycle (JB) JB unites culture, creativity and climate action to drive change. For nearly two decades, we ve been at the forefront of the creative climate movement - one of the first to position culture as a powerful force for radical change. Our mission is to mobilise the creative sector, equipping thousands of artists, cultural organisations, and creative leaders with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to transform their practice into climate action. We focus on tackling the root causes of the climate, nature, and justice crises by shaping thinking, informing policy, and scaling practical solutions. Together, we can turn creativity into a powerful force for a just and regenerative future. Role summary As our new Operations and People Lead, you will help us continue to build and nurture a strong, can-do, and empowering operational culture that is rooted in collaboration, equity and care. You will support the CEO in ensuring the right systems and processes are in place for the smooth running of the organisation and support the Head of Programmes in the seamless delivery of our programs during a period of rapid change. You will collaborate with the whole team to continue to strengthen our equitable foundations and ensure our internal structures fully reflect and sustain our core values of justice and care. Your goal will be to balance operational efficiency with team well-being, optimising people and teams allocations and implementing new approaches and processes so that we deliver outstanding work, while our people thrive. You will allow the leadership to focus on high-level strategy while you support us in continuing to nurture our supportive, empowering, and equitable working environment. Key Responsibilities People strategy - (Approx 40%) Operations strategy and ways of working: Work with the CEO and SLT, co-design and implement a robust operations strategy and clear ways of working for effective allocation of team and resources to achieve the organisation's objectives, strengthening further our principles of deep collaboration, equity and care. Equitable recruitment and retention strategy: Building on our existing progress in inclusive hiring, you will work closely with the CEO and SLT to evolve and champion our recruitment and retention strategy. You will continue to refine our processes, ensuring we remain at the forefront of removing access barriers and nurturing a diverse, flourishing, and long-term workforce. You will be responsible for timelining, creating Job Descriptions; advertising strategy and budget; liaise with hiring manager; referencing; offer letters & contracts. People development & care: Working closely with the CEO and SLT, contribute to the development and lead on the implementation of training, continuous professional development processes and policies that enable transparency, peer to peer feedback, psychological safety, professional development and empowerment. Delivery strategy: Working closely with the Head of Programmes, design and drive a capacity planning strategy for the team across 20+ projects to ensure impact delivery as well as balanced workloads. Cross-cutting principles: Working closely with the CEO, leading internal policy work, you will steward and expand our internal policy framework, ensuring that our established principles of wellbeing, diversity, accessibility, and anti-racism continue to be deeply woven into the fabric of every new and existing policy. Operational excellence (Approx 30%) Systems improvement: Enhance and adjust systems, processes, and best practices to ensure they are flexible enough to respond to the lived realities of a diverse team. Digital access: Lead the planning and implementation of IT and digital strategies that facilitate accessible and collaborative remote/hybrid working. Compliance and safety: Maintain and communicate health, safety, and security protocols through a lens of collective care and team protection. Process standardisation: Working with the CEO and Finance Manager, drive consistency across HR, admin, and finance to reduce cognitive load and administrative friction for the team. HR & financial administration (Approx 20%) HR: HR Software & data ownership, maintenance and ensuring consistency in colleagues use of the software. Act as the primary point of contact for HR enquiries, accessibility requests, and leave calculation. Act on behalf of the CEO in handling confidential issues with care and restorative intent & liaising with external HR advisor. Financial support: In partnership with our Finance Manager, coordinate confidential finance administration, including payroll, pensions, and audit preparation, ensuring all team members are supported by stable financial operations. Resource management: Manage IT and Operations budgets. Contract management: Oversee the administration of employment contracts and agreements and NDAs for freelancers, as well as internship placements to ensure fair and clear working agreements. Executive support & governance (Approx 10% of the time) Leadership partnership: Support the SLT in strategic direction, planning, and workforce development so they can focus on fundraising, advocacy and high-level impact work. Support the CEO on internal communications, business travel, scheduling, diary management, technical assistance. Board: Manage all JB Board administration, including arranging quarterly meetings, minutes, etc. Funding & tenders: Provide necessary operational and organisational information for funding applications and manage portal processes for payments and offers. Office Management: Lead on the management of JB s office, ensuring that the office is a comfortable working environment and equipment is maintained. Be the first point of contact for Somerset House, facilities, and for office related issues. Person Specification Essential HR Expertise: Six to eight years of demonstrable practical experience in designing and implementing People centred strategies with a focus on collaborative leadership rooted in inclusion, equity, diversity and care (six to eight years of experience). We re particularly interested in someone experienced and/or genuinely interested in participatory design methods that incorporate the lived experiences of a diverse team. Operational excellence: Six to eight years of demonstrable practical experience of developing and implementing effective operations strategies and effective systems and processes that enable organisational excellence and staff wellbeing. A genuine, demonstrable commitment for the role of culture in addressing the climate, environment and justice crises, preferably with experience of working with values-led teams working on systemic issues especially working across climate, environmental and justice issues. Demonstrable experience of planning and implementing streamlined digital operations, bringing a seamless and cohesive approach to IT and software solutions. Strategic thinking with an eye for detail: Ability to contribute to high-level strategy while maintaining excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication skills: Ability to communicate key messages effectively across various written and verbal forms. Broad familiarity with financial and business principles. Effectively manage competing priorities and adapt and respond as business needs require Experience of planning using organisational and project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and manage time and resources effectively. Creative problem solving skills A proactive, flexible approach, and ability to progress work independently in a fast paced environment. Why Join Us? At Julie s Bicycle, you ll join a passionate team working at the intersection of creativity and climate action . click apply for full job details
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Monday to Friday Good work/life balance with term time only (44.6 weeks per year) Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families Please note: This role is contracted to 44.6 weeks per year We're recruiting an experienced Chef Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Could you shine as Chartwells's next Chef Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious food to the highest standards Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Identifying opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams. Our ideal Chef Manager will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Have a minimum of two years of catering experience Have experience managing teams in a similar role Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill About Us As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com SU 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!
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Monday to Friday Good work/life balance with term time only (44.6 weeks per year) Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families Please note: This role is contracted to 44.6 weeks per year We're recruiting an experienced Chef Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Could you shine as Chartwells's next Chef Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious food to the highest standards Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Identifying opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams. Our ideal Chef Manager will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Have a minimum of two years of catering experience Have experience managing teams in a similar role Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill About Us As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com SU 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!
Supported Lodgings Coordinator (7 Months FTC) Apply to shape a brand new Supported Lodgings service where your skills directly create safe homes, stronger futures and lasting independence for young people at risk of homelessness. Location: Wigan Salary: £28,836 per annum Closing Date: 17 May, 2026 Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role Supported Lodgings Coordinator (Wigan) - 7 Months FTC Help shape a new Supported Lodgings service and make a real difference to young people aged . In this fast paced role, you ll assess need and risk, coordinate placements with trained community hosts, and provide practical, strengths based support that helps young people build stability, skills and confidence on their journey to independent living. You ll also recruit, train and support hosts, work closely with partners across housing, care and safeguarding, and actively promote the service in the local community. If you have experience supporting young people at risk of homelessness, strong safeguarding skills and the energy to build trusted relationships, this is a chance to turn commitment into action and deliver lasting change. Please note that this job opportunity is offered as a full-time (37.5 hours a week), fixed term contract role ( 7-Months FTC ). Key Deliverables Young People To be the first point of contact for young people and referral partners wanting to access the Supported Lodgings service. You will lead on the assessment of needs and risk, predominantly focused on suitable risk management plans for the safeguarding, matching and placement of young people in the homes of hosts Arrange all aspects of a young person s stay with a host, ensuring they feel welcomed and supported, taking into account the support needs of individuals. You will have responsibility for ensuring the health and safety of the environment for young people and hosts through regular checks and reporting. You will provide regular support and planning sessions for young people To work with young people, hosts and other agencies, to prepare them for independent living and access longer term, appropriate accommodation using support plans. You will be part of a team responsible for a 24 hour on call service Host Recruitment and Support You will recruit, vet and train hosts both formally and informally ensuring that host recruitment policies and procedures are implemented. You will support and provide regular supervision to hosts. You will be proactive in maintaining host skills and motivation, including training and celebration events, and provide opportunities for them to shape service delivery. You will be responsible for carrying out regular checks on host accommodation and assisting them to make necessary changes. You will ensure that all hosts are made to feel safe, secure and valued. External Relationships You will proactively work in partnership with multiple agencies including statutory teams, to support the well being and ongoing housing needs of young people, working in accordance with safeguarding, data protection and information sharing protocols. You will lead on the active promotion and selling of the Supported Lodgings service to all potential hosts and referral partners, across the voluntary/statutory sectors and within the wider local community. Others You will be an active member of the Prevention Team, working collaboratively and effectively with your line manager. You will be responsible for maintaining up to date records on all young people and hosts, supporting service management with all aspects of report requirements. The post will require some flexible working including evenings and weekends. You will ensure the safety and wellbeing of young people and hosts in the service at all times, including using safeguarding and emergency alert procedures as applicable Ensure financial and payment systems are completed in line with Depaul s financial policy and procedures Work in line with Depaul s policies and procedures, including EDI, Safeguarding, Health and Safety and Lone Working, adopting our Endeavour approach to working with young people. You will undertake further duties as commensurate to the role and identified by your line manager. What we are looking for from you Person Specification When completing your application form please address all the points set out below. Experience and an understanding of working with people experiencing homelessness, or people in crisis Experience of supporting young people with their support needs, working closely with other key professionals. Experience of writing, implementing and evaluating risk assessments Experience of supervising or supporting hosts or staff Experience of working under pressure with the ability to respond to conflicting demands and challenging situations. Ability to find creative and positive solutions to problems, using own initiative An understanding and commitment to working in an assets based way Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills and the ability to maintain concise and accurate records Able to demonstrate clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures and follow them through to conclusion Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity, equality and inclusion. Personal and professional integrity High level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain them What You ll Receive Tailored training and development Flexible working options where suitable 26 days annual leave, rising with service Family friendly leave policies Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7% Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more Cash health plan for you and your family Death in service benefit Access to legal and practical support Safer Recruitment Depaul UK is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly. About Depaul UK In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed cardboard cities due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 Depaul UK was born. What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, Depaul UK provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year. As our name suggests, the work of Depaul UK has been inspired by St. Vincent de Paul a man who devoted his life to helping vast numbers of people throughout the 17th century. St. Vincent de Paul s belief in the intrinsic worth of all people and his commitment to taking bold action remain central to our values today. Depaul UK now forms part of a family of Depaul charities around the world. We each focus on the specific challenges in our own countries, but we re united by our shared values and mission to end homelessness.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Supported Lodgings Coordinator (7 Months FTC) Apply to shape a brand new Supported Lodgings service where your skills directly create safe homes, stronger futures and lasting independence for young people at risk of homelessness. Location: Wigan Salary: £28,836 per annum Closing Date: 17 May, 2026 Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role Supported Lodgings Coordinator (Wigan) - 7 Months FTC Help shape a new Supported Lodgings service and make a real difference to young people aged . In this fast paced role, you ll assess need and risk, coordinate placements with trained community hosts, and provide practical, strengths based support that helps young people build stability, skills and confidence on their journey to independent living. You ll also recruit, train and support hosts, work closely with partners across housing, care and safeguarding, and actively promote the service in the local community. If you have experience supporting young people at risk of homelessness, strong safeguarding skills and the energy to build trusted relationships, this is a chance to turn commitment into action and deliver lasting change. Please note that this job opportunity is offered as a full-time (37.5 hours a week), fixed term contract role ( 7-Months FTC ). Key Deliverables Young People To be the first point of contact for young people and referral partners wanting to access the Supported Lodgings service. You will lead on the assessment of needs and risk, predominantly focused on suitable risk management plans for the safeguarding, matching and placement of young people in the homes of hosts Arrange all aspects of a young person s stay with a host, ensuring they feel welcomed and supported, taking into account the support needs of individuals. You will have responsibility for ensuring the health and safety of the environment for young people and hosts through regular checks and reporting. You will provide regular support and planning sessions for young people To work with young people, hosts and other agencies, to prepare them for independent living and access longer term, appropriate accommodation using support plans. You will be part of a team responsible for a 24 hour on call service Host Recruitment and Support You will recruit, vet and train hosts both formally and informally ensuring that host recruitment policies and procedures are implemented. You will support and provide regular supervision to hosts. You will be proactive in maintaining host skills and motivation, including training and celebration events, and provide opportunities for them to shape service delivery. You will be responsible for carrying out regular checks on host accommodation and assisting them to make necessary changes. You will ensure that all hosts are made to feel safe, secure and valued. External Relationships You will proactively work in partnership with multiple agencies including statutory teams, to support the well being and ongoing housing needs of young people, working in accordance with safeguarding, data protection and information sharing protocols. You will lead on the active promotion and selling of the Supported Lodgings service to all potential hosts and referral partners, across the voluntary/statutory sectors and within the wider local community. Others You will be an active member of the Prevention Team, working collaboratively and effectively with your line manager. You will be responsible for maintaining up to date records on all young people and hosts, supporting service management with all aspects of report requirements. The post will require some flexible working including evenings and weekends. You will ensure the safety and wellbeing of young people and hosts in the service at all times, including using safeguarding and emergency alert procedures as applicable Ensure financial and payment systems are completed in line with Depaul s financial policy and procedures Work in line with Depaul s policies and procedures, including EDI, Safeguarding, Health and Safety and Lone Working, adopting our Endeavour approach to working with young people. You will undertake further duties as commensurate to the role and identified by your line manager. What we are looking for from you Person Specification When completing your application form please address all the points set out below. Experience and an understanding of working with people experiencing homelessness, or people in crisis Experience of supporting young people with their support needs, working closely with other key professionals. Experience of writing, implementing and evaluating risk assessments Experience of supervising or supporting hosts or staff Experience of working under pressure with the ability to respond to conflicting demands and challenging situations. Ability to find creative and positive solutions to problems, using own initiative An understanding and commitment to working in an assets based way Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills and the ability to maintain concise and accurate records Able to demonstrate clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures and follow them through to conclusion Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity, equality and inclusion. Personal and professional integrity High level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain them What You ll Receive Tailored training and development Flexible working options where suitable 26 days annual leave, rising with service Family friendly leave policies Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7% Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more Cash health plan for you and your family Death in service benefit Access to legal and practical support Safer Recruitment Depaul UK is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly. About Depaul UK In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed cardboard cities due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 Depaul UK was born. What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, Depaul UK provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year. As our name suggests, the work of Depaul UK has been inspired by St. Vincent de Paul a man who devoted his life to helping vast numbers of people throughout the 17th century. St. Vincent de Paul s belief in the intrinsic worth of all people and his commitment to taking bold action remain central to our values today. Depaul UK now forms part of a family of Depaul charities around the world. We each focus on the specific challenges in our own countries, but we re united by our shared values and mission to end homelessness.
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. WSP's Land team is seeking talented Land professionals to join what is already the largest and most successful team in our industry. This is an exciting opportunity to develop or begin a career with a team that enjoys a successful reputation for the successful delivery of major strategic infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland through the support provided by land referencing, urban and rural landowner engagement, consultation management, land access, formal consents, statutory orders, compensation agreements and land acquisition. Apply and come and discuss the contributions you can make in the delivery of the widest portfolio of projects across all sectors in the UK and Ireland. In today's world it's important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world. When considering a career move it's vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2026 and beyond We offer flexible working patterns, competitive salaries and other benefits. To find out more about our Land business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Land referencing and land assembly WSP We are the largest and most successful Land business supporting infrastructure development in the UK and Ireland, with 300+ specialist professional colleagues consisting of land consultants, property specialists, project managers and utility and topographical surveyors. We have the widest portfolio of projects available in our industry, offering unrivalled opportunities to both develop and diversify careers, working on some of the most exciting and challenging projects across the whole of the UK and Ireland. Our clients rely on us to deliver the essential land elements of their infrastructure projects and we enjoy a hard earned reputation of success. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of this success, delivering land referencing, land acquisition, land access, formal consents, statutory orders and landowner engagement across all infrastructure sectors and make a positive impact on the economy and communities these projects serve. Our land referencing professionals identify land and legal interest in land and use this data to secure powers and/or negotiate land acquisition and land access to support infrastructure development. We provide clients with all the land related statutory documentation the need to comply with planning processes as they develop, plan, securing and exercise powers to construct, operate and maintain their infrastructure assets. Alongside our land referencing capabilities, our team of surveyors secures powers and/or negotiates land acquisition and land access to support infrastructure development. We provide clients with Property Cost Estimates, agree Heads of Terms and compensations, manage disposals, payments and client accounts, and offer the full range of property related services to assist our clients in the planning, securing and exercise of powers to construction, operation and maintenance of their infrastructure assets. WSP Land supports the highest profile infrastructure projects across the Energy, Highways, Water, Rail, Local Government and Aviation sectors. Our Energy projects are critical for the deployment of renewable energy and helping the economy to achieve net zero carbon emissions. We support a range of energy generation (nuclear and renewable) and transmission and distribution projects across the UK and Ireland, including distribution and carbon capture. WSP Land's history started in the Highway sector in the 1980s and we have been supporting road schemes throughout the UK and Ireland ever since, including the M4 Smart Motorway project, the A5 in Ireland and the A9 in Scotland. WSP Land has a 30+ year history of supporting major Rail projects including the Channel Tunnel Rail Link (CTRL or HS1); Central Railway; the Thameslink Programme, the first major Transport & Works Act project; West Coast Mainline Four Tracking; HS2 Phases 1, 2a and 2b; TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU) and East West Rail (EWR). Our track record also includes successes in light rail and metro schemes including Manchester Metrolink, Nottingham Express Transit, Edinburgh Tram, Luton Translink and the current Dublin MetroLink project, Ireland's largest ever infrastructure project. Assisting with the UK's and Ireland's Water resilience and distribution needs, WSP Land supports a number of projects promoted by water companies. We were the only land referencing service provider appointed to support the 25km Tideway Tunnel, the first major DCO project, supporting the project from planning, submission and examination to implementation, delivery and operation. Mirroring WSP's support of many Local Government authorities across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland, WSP Land provides support to local government clients in the management of their land and property assets. Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership and technical direction on WSP Land projects. Demonstrate excellent stakeholder engagement to ensure successful land identification, securing of land rights and land acquisition through landowner negotiation and/or statutory powers. Drive a high performance culture within the team, fostering collaboration and a shared sense of purpose to deliver exceptional project and organisational outcomes. Demonstrate exemplary leadership in working with senior colleagues across WSP Land. Serve as a trusted technical advisor to both internal and external clients, proactively engaging with client capture teams and Key Client Managers (KCMs) to strengthen client relationships and identify new opportunities. Oversee the successful delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest technical and quality standards. Lead business development initiatives for WSP Land in the Energy, Water, and Rail sectors, targeting the acquisition of new projects, extensions, and clients by leveraging technical expertise and industry insight. Collaborate closely with other WSP disciplines-including Engineering, Engagement, Environmental, and Planning teams-to identify and capitalise on multidisciplinary and strategic growth opportunities. Champion the profile and technical reputation of WSP Land across public forums, social media, targeted business sectors, and professional and academic circles. Lead the preparation and review of high quality bids and tenders, ensuring technical excellence and competitiveness in securing new business. Implement succession planning and engage in targeted recruitment to maintain and enhance the technical capabilities of WSP Land. Conduct high level project and business reviews to support effective risk and opportunity management, ensuring long term success and resilience. Champion our WSP culture of health, safety & wellbeing (HS&W). Ensure our adherence to Quality Assurance and development of our processes. Ensure our adherence to Data Protection and development of our processes. Champion one of our core pillars - grow key markets, expand delivery and quality culture and pursue digital innovation and excellence. Ireland and UK travel. Qualifications Proven leadership in overseeing and directing the delivery of Land services, including site identification, land access, and acquisition strategies at a senior level. Comprehensive and practical expertise in land consents, stakeholder consultation, and landowner engagement for major infrastructure development projects. Extensive experience collaborating with multi disciplinary teams across diverse sectors and geographies, guiding projects through every stage of development. Demonstrated success in mitigating land related risks for clients and providing strategic advice on land matters throughout the entire project lifecycle. Significant involvement in Public Inquiries and Oral Hearings, including the effective management of objections and complex stakeholder issues. Consistent track record in fostering repeat business and expanding service offerings with existing clients. Proven ability to secure and develop business opportunities with new clients, contributing to the growth of the organisation. Substantial experience in authoring, managing and approving bids and tenders at a senior level. Expertise in resource strategy, including talent development, succession planning, and aligning team capability with business growth objectives. Outstanding engagement skills with landowners and the public, with a focus on building trust and fostering positive relationships. Exceptional communication, influencing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to represent the business at the highest levels. Strong team leadership and collaborative working skills, engaging effectively at all organisational levels. Ability to cultivate robust relationships with senior clients, key stakeholders, and executive management colleagues. Resilience and composure under pressure . click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. WSP's Land team is seeking talented Land professionals to join what is already the largest and most successful team in our industry. This is an exciting opportunity to develop or begin a career with a team that enjoys a successful reputation for the successful delivery of major strategic infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland through the support provided by land referencing, urban and rural landowner engagement, consultation management, land access, formal consents, statutory orders, compensation agreements and land acquisition. Apply and come and discuss the contributions you can make in the delivery of the widest portfolio of projects across all sectors in the UK and Ireland. In today's world it's important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world. When considering a career move it's vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2026 and beyond We offer flexible working patterns, competitive salaries and other benefits. To find out more about our Land business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Land referencing and land assembly WSP We are the largest and most successful Land business supporting infrastructure development in the UK and Ireland, with 300+ specialist professional colleagues consisting of land consultants, property specialists, project managers and utility and topographical surveyors. We have the widest portfolio of projects available in our industry, offering unrivalled opportunities to both develop and diversify careers, working on some of the most exciting and challenging projects across the whole of the UK and Ireland. Our clients rely on us to deliver the essential land elements of their infrastructure projects and we enjoy a hard earned reputation of success. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of this success, delivering land referencing, land acquisition, land access, formal consents, statutory orders and landowner engagement across all infrastructure sectors and make a positive impact on the economy and communities these projects serve. Our land referencing professionals identify land and legal interest in land and use this data to secure powers and/or negotiate land acquisition and land access to support infrastructure development. We provide clients with all the land related statutory documentation the need to comply with planning processes as they develop, plan, securing and exercise powers to construct, operate and maintain their infrastructure assets. Alongside our land referencing capabilities, our team of surveyors secures powers and/or negotiates land acquisition and land access to support infrastructure development. We provide clients with Property Cost Estimates, agree Heads of Terms and compensations, manage disposals, payments and client accounts, and offer the full range of property related services to assist our clients in the planning, securing and exercise of powers to construction, operation and maintenance of their infrastructure assets. WSP Land supports the highest profile infrastructure projects across the Energy, Highways, Water, Rail, Local Government and Aviation sectors. Our Energy projects are critical for the deployment of renewable energy and helping the economy to achieve net zero carbon emissions. We support a range of energy generation (nuclear and renewable) and transmission and distribution projects across the UK and Ireland, including distribution and carbon capture. WSP Land's history started in the Highway sector in the 1980s and we have been supporting road schemes throughout the UK and Ireland ever since, including the M4 Smart Motorway project, the A5 in Ireland and the A9 in Scotland. WSP Land has a 30+ year history of supporting major Rail projects including the Channel Tunnel Rail Link (CTRL or HS1); Central Railway; the Thameslink Programme, the first major Transport & Works Act project; West Coast Mainline Four Tracking; HS2 Phases 1, 2a and 2b; TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU) and East West Rail (EWR). Our track record also includes successes in light rail and metro schemes including Manchester Metrolink, Nottingham Express Transit, Edinburgh Tram, Luton Translink and the current Dublin MetroLink project, Ireland's largest ever infrastructure project. Assisting with the UK's and Ireland's Water resilience and distribution needs, WSP Land supports a number of projects promoted by water companies. We were the only land referencing service provider appointed to support the 25km Tideway Tunnel, the first major DCO project, supporting the project from planning, submission and examination to implementation, delivery and operation. Mirroring WSP's support of many Local Government authorities across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland, WSP Land provides support to local government clients in the management of their land and property assets. Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership and technical direction on WSP Land projects. Demonstrate excellent stakeholder engagement to ensure successful land identification, securing of land rights and land acquisition through landowner negotiation and/or statutory powers. Drive a high performance culture within the team, fostering collaboration and a shared sense of purpose to deliver exceptional project and organisational outcomes. Demonstrate exemplary leadership in working with senior colleagues across WSP Land. Serve as a trusted technical advisor to both internal and external clients, proactively engaging with client capture teams and Key Client Managers (KCMs) to strengthen client relationships and identify new opportunities. Oversee the successful delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest technical and quality standards. Lead business development initiatives for WSP Land in the Energy, Water, and Rail sectors, targeting the acquisition of new projects, extensions, and clients by leveraging technical expertise and industry insight. Collaborate closely with other WSP disciplines-including Engineering, Engagement, Environmental, and Planning teams-to identify and capitalise on multidisciplinary and strategic growth opportunities. Champion the profile and technical reputation of WSP Land across public forums, social media, targeted business sectors, and professional and academic circles. Lead the preparation and review of high quality bids and tenders, ensuring technical excellence and competitiveness in securing new business. Implement succession planning and engage in targeted recruitment to maintain and enhance the technical capabilities of WSP Land. Conduct high level project and business reviews to support effective risk and opportunity management, ensuring long term success and resilience. Champion our WSP culture of health, safety & wellbeing (HS&W). Ensure our adherence to Quality Assurance and development of our processes. Ensure our adherence to Data Protection and development of our processes. Champion one of our core pillars - grow key markets, expand delivery and quality culture and pursue digital innovation and excellence. Ireland and UK travel. Qualifications Proven leadership in overseeing and directing the delivery of Land services, including site identification, land access, and acquisition strategies at a senior level. Comprehensive and practical expertise in land consents, stakeholder consultation, and landowner engagement for major infrastructure development projects. Extensive experience collaborating with multi disciplinary teams across diverse sectors and geographies, guiding projects through every stage of development. Demonstrated success in mitigating land related risks for clients and providing strategic advice on land matters throughout the entire project lifecycle. Significant involvement in Public Inquiries and Oral Hearings, including the effective management of objections and complex stakeholder issues. Consistent track record in fostering repeat business and expanding service offerings with existing clients. Proven ability to secure and develop business opportunities with new clients, contributing to the growth of the organisation. Substantial experience in authoring, managing and approving bids and tenders at a senior level. Expertise in resource strategy, including talent development, succession planning, and aligning team capability with business growth objectives. Outstanding engagement skills with landowners and the public, with a focus on building trust and fostering positive relationships. Exceptional communication, influencing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to represent the business at the highest levels. Strong team leadership and collaborative working skills, engaging effectively at all organisational levels. Ability to cultivate robust relationships with senior clients, key stakeholders, and executive management colleagues. Resilience and composure under pressure . click apply for full job details
We are currently looking for a Room leader to join our Babies room due to growth within the nursery. If you are looking for a new challenge where you'll feel valued, supported, and part of a fantastic team? Join us at Chestnut House Kindergarten . 45 Mill Road, Myland, Colchester, CO4 5LE Full time - 40 hours £29,245 per annum Chestnut House Kindergarten Nursery is based in the historic city of Colchester, ideally located on a main road with excellent public transport links and just a short distance from the town centre. We are currently seeking a Nursery Room Leader to join our friendly team, The nursery is open from 8:00am to 6:00pm, and the role will involve working within these hours on a patterned basis. By joining our nursery, you become part of a supportive family environment that truly values, encourages, and uplifts every member of the team. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave : 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential 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. Chestnut House Kindergarten 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.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
We are currently looking for a Room leader to join our Babies room due to growth within the nursery. If you are looking for a new challenge where you'll feel valued, supported, and part of a fantastic team? Join us at Chestnut House Kindergarten . 45 Mill Road, Myland, Colchester, CO4 5LE Full time - 40 hours £29,245 per annum Chestnut House Kindergarten Nursery is based in the historic city of Colchester, ideally located on a main road with excellent public transport links and just a short distance from the town centre. We are currently seeking a Nursery Room Leader to join our friendly team, The nursery is open from 8:00am to 6:00pm, and the role will involve working within these hours on a patterned basis. By joining our nursery, you become part of a supportive family environment that truly values, encourages, and uplifts every member of the team. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave : 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential 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. Chestnut House Kindergarten 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.
Job Description About the Role As a Design Engineer , you will leverage your technical expertise and professional experience to deliver industrial equipment solutions, primarily focusing on pumping, grinding, and screening systems. Working under the guidance of the Engineering Manager, this role involves market research, concept creation, and detailed design. You will contribute to product improvement and customer-centric innovations while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and commercial viability. This position demands strong collaboration with global commercial and manufacturing teams and requires the ability to convert client-driven requirements into profitable and efficient solutions. About the Company NOV is a global leader in providing technology-driven solutions to the energy industry. We deliver innovative equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production operations, industrial and renewable sectors. Our commitment to excellence drives us to constantly evolve and enhance our product offerings to better serve our customers worldwide. What We Offer Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting engineering projects Collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment Professional growth and development opportunities Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies Key Responsibilities Maintain a strong awareness of global market trends and demands Innovate, design, and develop customer-centric equipment solutions Simplify new and existing product designs to reduce costs and improve production throughput Conduct engineering analyses such as FEA and hand calculations to support modifications and upgrades Produce and review mechanical engineering documentation Ensure all outputs comply with company policies and regulatory standards Participate in internal design reviews and understand their commercial implications Maintain thorough and accurate project documentation Adhere to internal checking, approval, and Engineering Change Procedures Prioritize customer care and uphold quality standards Investigate and resolve engineering queries in a timely and technically sound manner Qualifications & Skills HND in an Engineering discipline or equivalent (Essential) Tertiary education in an Engineering discipline (Desirable) Proficient in 3D CAD software for engineering design and drawings Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and related calculations Familiarity with Design for Manufacture, Assembly, and Maintenance Knowledge of industry materials and their applications Understanding of regulatory standards including Machinery (Safety) Directive, PED, ATEX, and REACH Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook Why Join Us? Join our Global Family At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Finance & Protection Pension Plan Income Protection Life Assurance Personal Accident Coverage Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family) Dental Insurance Healthcare Cash Plan Partner Life Assurance Critical Illness Cover Retail Vouchers Gym Membership Cycle to Work Scheme Travel Insurance About Us Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success-now and in the future. Global Family We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful Innovation Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better. Service Above All This drives us to anticipate our customers' needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget. About the Team Corporate Our family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job Description About the Role As a Design Engineer , you will leverage your technical expertise and professional experience to deliver industrial equipment solutions, primarily focusing on pumping, grinding, and screening systems. Working under the guidance of the Engineering Manager, this role involves market research, concept creation, and detailed design. You will contribute to product improvement and customer-centric innovations while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and commercial viability. This position demands strong collaboration with global commercial and manufacturing teams and requires the ability to convert client-driven requirements into profitable and efficient solutions. About the Company NOV is a global leader in providing technology-driven solutions to the energy industry. We deliver innovative equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production operations, industrial and renewable sectors. Our commitment to excellence drives us to constantly evolve and enhance our product offerings to better serve our customers worldwide. What We Offer Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting engineering projects Collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment Professional growth and development opportunities Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies Key Responsibilities Maintain a strong awareness of global market trends and demands Innovate, design, and develop customer-centric equipment solutions Simplify new and existing product designs to reduce costs and improve production throughput Conduct engineering analyses such as FEA and hand calculations to support modifications and upgrades Produce and review mechanical engineering documentation Ensure all outputs comply with company policies and regulatory standards Participate in internal design reviews and understand their commercial implications Maintain thorough and accurate project documentation Adhere to internal checking, approval, and Engineering Change Procedures Prioritize customer care and uphold quality standards Investigate and resolve engineering queries in a timely and technically sound manner Qualifications & Skills HND in an Engineering discipline or equivalent (Essential) Tertiary education in an Engineering discipline (Desirable) Proficient in 3D CAD software for engineering design and drawings Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and related calculations Familiarity with Design for Manufacture, Assembly, and Maintenance Knowledge of industry materials and their applications Understanding of regulatory standards including Machinery (Safety) Directive, PED, ATEX, and REACH Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook Why Join Us? Join our Global Family At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Finance & Protection Pension Plan Income Protection Life Assurance Personal Accident Coverage Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family) Dental Insurance Healthcare Cash Plan Partner Life Assurance Critical Illness Cover Retail Vouchers Gym Membership Cycle to Work Scheme Travel Insurance About Us Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success-now and in the future. Global Family We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful Innovation Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better. Service Above All This drives us to anticipate our customers' needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget. About the Team Corporate Our family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.
Senior or Principal Infrastructure Drainage Engineer My client is an international multi-disciplinary consulting company who's expertise and capabilities cover Buildings, Highways & Transportation, Land Development, Civil Structures, Asset Management, and Water and Environment. They are now looking for either a Senior or Principal Infrastructure Drainage Engineer to join their team in Manchester. Main Purpose of the Job You will be part of a hardworking and growing team of Transport & Infrastructure Engineers and Consultants. You will be expected to work with our other offices across the country as part of a wider, National team to help drive successful delivery of projects and enforce their core business values. The company works on projects across the country with the wider Transport & Infrastructure team and currently have a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from: Various Local Authority framework commissions Active Travel commissions Infrastructure development work including S278, S38 and S104 A variety of mixed-use residential development projects Flood risk assessments Technical and construction assurance As part of your role, you may assume responsibility of lead consultant for your discipline contribution to multidisciplinary projects, including liaison with client and establishing/agreeing the brief, delivering the specified work, undertaking contract administration, final account assessment and post contract completion assessment/as-built analysis if required. You may perform complex technical or professional work activities and assure delivery to meet client requirements. The ability to make plans, schedules and monitor work to meet deadlines and other requirements is also an essential part of the role. Additionally, you will be expected to provide directions to junior members of the team to support their development and achieve competent delivery. Carry out work within own discipline area collaborating with others as required for assigned projects as delegated by the Project Manager. Main Duties and Responsibilities Implement project requirements to fully meet the client specification in accordance with relevant standards Collate project information, liaise and engage in clients and third parties as required Supervise site-based projects as required Lead project delivery & supervise and delegate to more junior members of staff and others as required Check / approve own and other staff work, including third party design proposals Integrate successfully into an established team and drive the team culture Experience Significant experience in drainage design and management of projects to time, cost and quality Excellent working knowledge of software such as Microdrainage, Causeway Flow, AutoCAD Proven experience in drainage design, construction, and supervision Detailed knowledge of highway design standards, construction practices, asset management, and relevant legislation Demonstrate a good understanding of Health and Safety including CDM responsibilities. Undertake day to day management and leadership of project design including overseeing designs produced by consultants and managing input from other disciplines Demonstrate knowledge and experience of developing design solutions to traffic/local road problems such as Alignment, Drainage, Pavement, Road Restraint System, Road Signs & Markings. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Client liaison and management Use of Common Data Environments & BIM levels & strategy Horizontal & Vertical alignment design in AutoCAD & Civils 3D Singing & Lining designs to TSRGD Pavement & Footway designs Drainage design
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Senior or Principal Infrastructure Drainage Engineer My client is an international multi-disciplinary consulting company who's expertise and capabilities cover Buildings, Highways & Transportation, Land Development, Civil Structures, Asset Management, and Water and Environment. They are now looking for either a Senior or Principal Infrastructure Drainage Engineer to join their team in Manchester. Main Purpose of the Job You will be part of a hardworking and growing team of Transport & Infrastructure Engineers and Consultants. You will be expected to work with our other offices across the country as part of a wider, National team to help drive successful delivery of projects and enforce their core business values. The company works on projects across the country with the wider Transport & Infrastructure team and currently have a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from: Various Local Authority framework commissions Active Travel commissions Infrastructure development work including S278, S38 and S104 A variety of mixed-use residential development projects Flood risk assessments Technical and construction assurance As part of your role, you may assume responsibility of lead consultant for your discipline contribution to multidisciplinary projects, including liaison with client and establishing/agreeing the brief, delivering the specified work, undertaking contract administration, final account assessment and post contract completion assessment/as-built analysis if required. You may perform complex technical or professional work activities and assure delivery to meet client requirements. The ability to make plans, schedules and monitor work to meet deadlines and other requirements is also an essential part of the role. Additionally, you will be expected to provide directions to junior members of the team to support their development and achieve competent delivery. Carry out work within own discipline area collaborating with others as required for assigned projects as delegated by the Project Manager. Main Duties and Responsibilities Implement project requirements to fully meet the client specification in accordance with relevant standards Collate project information, liaise and engage in clients and third parties as required Supervise site-based projects as required Lead project delivery & supervise and delegate to more junior members of staff and others as required Check / approve own and other staff work, including third party design proposals Integrate successfully into an established team and drive the team culture Experience Significant experience in drainage design and management of projects to time, cost and quality Excellent working knowledge of software such as Microdrainage, Causeway Flow, AutoCAD Proven experience in drainage design, construction, and supervision Detailed knowledge of highway design standards, construction practices, asset management, and relevant legislation Demonstrate a good understanding of Health and Safety including CDM responsibilities. Undertake day to day management and leadership of project design including overseeing designs produced by consultants and managing input from other disciplines Demonstrate knowledge and experience of developing design solutions to traffic/local road problems such as Alignment, Drainage, Pavement, Road Restraint System, Road Signs & Markings. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Client liaison and management Use of Common Data Environments & BIM levels & strategy Horizontal & Vertical alignment design in AutoCAD & Civils 3D Singing & Lining designs to TSRGD Pavement & Footway designs Drainage design
Please, note this role is a 37.5 hours contract and weekend availability is required. WHO WE ARE White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally, selling women's and men's clothing as well as beautiful accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive. Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We're sociable, talented and likeminded and we're not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels. WHO YOU ARE You'll be passionate about Retail and Fashion. You'll have experience driving the commercial success of a shop and leading a team, and you'll be able to inspire others with your passion and expertise. You will be your true self and bring out the best in others too. PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB The Shop Manager position holds overall responsibility for their shop. Taking ownership and the initiative to drive performance through managing KPIs, ensuring customers have the best possible shopping experience, developing the team and ensuring White Stuff's presence in the local community. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING You'll report to your Area Manager and sit within our Retail team. Customer Experience Training, driving, and coaching the team to deliver an amazing instore customer experience in line with our pillars (Be Friendly, Be Valuable, Be Inspiring) throughout the Customer Journey. Ensuring the team meets customer needs through multichannel shopping and endless aisle orders. Ensuring customers are engaged with our brand through email newsletter sign ups, purchase tagging, and e receipts. Product Presentation and Visual Standards Evaluating floor layout and sales trends regularly, taking action to ensure the shop floor responds to commercial opportunity. Ensuring the team understand the features of our products and can explain these to our customers to support their styling and purchase decisions. Ensuring that product and shop standards are excellent and maintained at all times. Implementing brand VM standards and layouts within the shop and making placement decisions to best suit shop, market and customer. Creating a commercial environment in the shop where the team consistently evaluates the floor layout and KPIs and takes appropriate action to ensure the shop floor is responding to commercial opportunities. Evaluating shop product package and feeding back to Area Manager any commercial opportunities. Ensuring stock levels are optimised for sales opportunities and liaising with Merchandising to influence. Commercial Management Understanding commercial opportunities for your shop and maximising these to increase sales. Coaching the team to also understand and implement these opportunities. Ensuring that the shop is working within the budgets set Leading the coordination of promotions, incentives, and key trading weeks People Management and Development Using the Learning and Development and operational tools provided to develop the team's knowledge and skillset, and help them reach their individual potential. Creating a positive team atmosphere in the shop which is focused on delivering results. Leading team briefs to ensure the team are set up with the knowledge and the motivation needed to achieve targets. Ensuring staff planning is effective to ensure that the right people are in the right places at the right times. Playing a key part in setting team objectives to ensure the team are working together to achieve goals. Attracting, recruiting and retaining high calibre team members. Engaging with succession planning to ensure that we are growing our own talent. Actively seeking opportunities in the local area that could benefit the shop such local events. Ensures the team receives regular praise and feedback to support their engagement and continuous development. Leading annual and interim reviews for the team, with objectives monitored throughout the year. Shop Operations Leading efficient and accurate delivery and replenishment processes. Playing a key role in organising stocktake and ensuring an accurate reconciliation. Ensuring that ship from store and Click and Collect processes are managed effectively by the team. Being a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Leading Health and Safety processes within the shop and ensuring team compliance. Developing professional relationships with other teams and areas of the business. Doing Good Stuff Living our Values, making sure these are alive in the shop. Holding an awareness of our charity partner and the positive impact this has including supporting any events or charity promotions. Understanding our approach to ethical sourcing and environmental impact to be able to explain this to our customers and the team. WHAT WE'LL OFFER YOU As a Shop Manager at White Stuff you will be entitled to an array of great benefits, some of which include: Quarterly bonus opportunity Up to 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays 2 extra (paid!) days off per year to volunteer in the local community 50% discount and a uniform per annum BUPA Medical and Dental Insurance Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance Interest free season ticket loan Pension Contribution We are committed to creating an environment where we can all be proud to work and be ourselves. Part of this commitment is being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and age INDM
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Please, note this role is a 37.5 hours contract and weekend availability is required. WHO WE ARE White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally, selling women's and men's clothing as well as beautiful accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive. Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We're sociable, talented and likeminded and we're not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels. WHO YOU ARE You'll be passionate about Retail and Fashion. You'll have experience driving the commercial success of a shop and leading a team, and you'll be able to inspire others with your passion and expertise. You will be your true self and bring out the best in others too. PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB The Shop Manager position holds overall responsibility for their shop. Taking ownership and the initiative to drive performance through managing KPIs, ensuring customers have the best possible shopping experience, developing the team and ensuring White Stuff's presence in the local community. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING You'll report to your Area Manager and sit within our Retail team. Customer Experience Training, driving, and coaching the team to deliver an amazing instore customer experience in line with our pillars (Be Friendly, Be Valuable, Be Inspiring) throughout the Customer Journey. Ensuring the team meets customer needs through multichannel shopping and endless aisle orders. Ensuring customers are engaged with our brand through email newsletter sign ups, purchase tagging, and e receipts. Product Presentation and Visual Standards Evaluating floor layout and sales trends regularly, taking action to ensure the shop floor responds to commercial opportunity. Ensuring the team understand the features of our products and can explain these to our customers to support their styling and purchase decisions. Ensuring that product and shop standards are excellent and maintained at all times. Implementing brand VM standards and layouts within the shop and making placement decisions to best suit shop, market and customer. Creating a commercial environment in the shop where the team consistently evaluates the floor layout and KPIs and takes appropriate action to ensure the shop floor is responding to commercial opportunities. Evaluating shop product package and feeding back to Area Manager any commercial opportunities. Ensuring stock levels are optimised for sales opportunities and liaising with Merchandising to influence. Commercial Management Understanding commercial opportunities for your shop and maximising these to increase sales. Coaching the team to also understand and implement these opportunities. Ensuring that the shop is working within the budgets set Leading the coordination of promotions, incentives, and key trading weeks People Management and Development Using the Learning and Development and operational tools provided to develop the team's knowledge and skillset, and help them reach their individual potential. Creating a positive team atmosphere in the shop which is focused on delivering results. Leading team briefs to ensure the team are set up with the knowledge and the motivation needed to achieve targets. Ensuring staff planning is effective to ensure that the right people are in the right places at the right times. Playing a key part in setting team objectives to ensure the team are working together to achieve goals. Attracting, recruiting and retaining high calibre team members. Engaging with succession planning to ensure that we are growing our own talent. Actively seeking opportunities in the local area that could benefit the shop such local events. Ensures the team receives regular praise and feedback to support their engagement and continuous development. Leading annual and interim reviews for the team, with objectives monitored throughout the year. Shop Operations Leading efficient and accurate delivery and replenishment processes. Playing a key role in organising stocktake and ensuring an accurate reconciliation. Ensuring that ship from store and Click and Collect processes are managed effectively by the team. Being a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Leading Health and Safety processes within the shop and ensuring team compliance. Developing professional relationships with other teams and areas of the business. Doing Good Stuff Living our Values, making sure these are alive in the shop. Holding an awareness of our charity partner and the positive impact this has including supporting any events or charity promotions. Understanding our approach to ethical sourcing and environmental impact to be able to explain this to our customers and the team. WHAT WE'LL OFFER YOU As a Shop Manager at White Stuff you will be entitled to an array of great benefits, some of which include: Quarterly bonus opportunity Up to 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays 2 extra (paid!) days off per year to volunteer in the local community 50% discount and a uniform per annum BUPA Medical and Dental Insurance Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance Interest free season ticket loan Pension Contribution We are committed to creating an environment where we can all be proud to work and be ourselves. Part of this commitment is being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and age INDM
Join Our Team: Visitor Services Manager, Canal Museum Stoke Bruerne We re excited to welcome a new Visitor Services Manager at our East Midlands location. Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. Working Hours & Location This role follows a 37 hours, over a 7 day working pattern. This is a site-based role, requiring occasional travel to meetings with partners, other attractions and to our main hubs for collaborative meetings and team activities. Role Overview The purpose of the post is to manage and lead the day-to-day operations, business development and visitor experience at our Canal Museum Stoke Bruerne. The Visitor Services Manager (VSM) will lead the site team at Stoke Bruerne (colleagues and volunteers) on a day to day basis to focus on the visitor offer, striving for excellence in experience, achieving financial sustainability around income generation and charitable giving and delivering a consistently high-class visitor welcome across the board. This includes managing a range of front of house functions including food and beverage, retail, events and commercial boat trips. The Visitor Services Manager plays a central role in overseeing, coordinating and championing the experience of every visitor from site presentation, to large/small scale events and programming, making the site a must-see attraction, acclaimed internationally, nationally and loved locally. As a key member of the Destinations and Attractions Management Team the VSM will work strategically with colleagues in other attractions and with other teams within the Trust such as, Operations, Fundraising, Collections, Marketing and Volunteering teams amongst others to promote, drive and deliver excellence in customer service and a visitor centred approach. The VSM will work collaboratively with teams and volunteers to ensure focused visitor activity which will help build our audiences and increase visitor footfall whilst building engagement for the Trust brand. A key accountability of the role is managing and reporting on financial performance, delivering on KPI s and leading and motivating teams to deliver income targets whilst effectively managing costs. The Visitor Services Manager will manage a range of stakeholder relationships including representing the Trust at local partnership groups, representing the site at relevant external meetings as appropriate. Key Responsibilities Deliver on financial KPI s working to control costs and maximise income (commercial and charitable giving) including managing diverse budgets relating to the Front of House operations Monitoring and delivering other appropriate KPIs set in the Business Plan, reporting back to the management team on progress and actions Overseeing the recruitment of permanent and seasonals and volunteers and ensuring they are trained to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively. Owning the visitor experience and ensuring colleagues and volunteers work as a team to deliver an unforgettable, quality visit whether in the café/shop or at events Lead on volunteer growth, building the volunteering team to deliver key operational functions Maintain an overview of the presentation of the site at all time Leading on gathering visitor data and analysing customer feedback to ensure that necessary actions are taken to improve performance. Playing a key role in all projects that have an impact upon our visitors and the public. Deliver on financial KPI s working to control costs and maximise income (commercial and charitable giving) including managing diverse budgets relating to the Front of House operations Monitoring and delivering other appropriate KPIs set in the Business Plan, reporting back to the management team on progress and actions Overseeing the recruitment of permanent and seasonals and volunteers and ensuring they are trained to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively. Owning the visitor experience and ensuring colleagues and volunteers work as a team to deliver an unforgettable, quality visit whether in the café/shop or at events Lead on volunteer growth, building the volunteering team to deliver key operational functions Maintain an overview of the presentation of the site at all time Leading on gathering visitor data and analysing customer feedback to ensure that necessary actions are taken to improve performance. Playing a key role in all projects that have an impact upon our visitors and the public. About you You will have extensive experience of working operationally in a customer-focused environment, ideally in a visitor attraction, delivering financial targets and creating dynamic and innovative projects and programming that will engage and inspire audiences. You will have experience of leading teams, including volunteers to deliver successful initiatives and keep them motivated and involved. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to create safe working environments and understand the importance of compliance in day to day operations. If you love working with people and want to make a difference then this role is for you. Skills & Qualifications Educated to degree level or equivalent Knowledge/experience of customer care and visitor services preferably in a museum context Knowledge / experience of managing staff rotas over two sites Successful track record in recruiting and developing volunteers Knowledge of heritage and interpretation issues Experience of managing staff and dealing with customers Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills Considerable people management and hands-on team leading experience including managing volunteers Proven experience of planning operations & staffing in a visitor-based attraction Ability to work in partnership with internal and external staff and organisations. Experience of managing budgets. Good understanding of Health & Safety Policy, Principles, Standards, Procedures & Guidance. Able to creatively & innovatively develop solutions to obstacles and challenges Ability to Travel between sites Demonstrate an interest and competency in effective museum management. The successful candidate will require a DBS check What We Offer We offer an annual salary of £33,677. Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, increasing holiday entitlement, and a range of employee benefits.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Join Our Team: Visitor Services Manager, Canal Museum Stoke Bruerne We re excited to welcome a new Visitor Services Manager at our East Midlands location. Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. Working Hours & Location This role follows a 37 hours, over a 7 day working pattern. This is a site-based role, requiring occasional travel to meetings with partners, other attractions and to our main hubs for collaborative meetings and team activities. Role Overview The purpose of the post is to manage and lead the day-to-day operations, business development and visitor experience at our Canal Museum Stoke Bruerne. The Visitor Services Manager (VSM) will lead the site team at Stoke Bruerne (colleagues and volunteers) on a day to day basis to focus on the visitor offer, striving for excellence in experience, achieving financial sustainability around income generation and charitable giving and delivering a consistently high-class visitor welcome across the board. This includes managing a range of front of house functions including food and beverage, retail, events and commercial boat trips. The Visitor Services Manager plays a central role in overseeing, coordinating and championing the experience of every visitor from site presentation, to large/small scale events and programming, making the site a must-see attraction, acclaimed internationally, nationally and loved locally. As a key member of the Destinations and Attractions Management Team the VSM will work strategically with colleagues in other attractions and with other teams within the Trust such as, Operations, Fundraising, Collections, Marketing and Volunteering teams amongst others to promote, drive and deliver excellence in customer service and a visitor centred approach. The VSM will work collaboratively with teams and volunteers to ensure focused visitor activity which will help build our audiences and increase visitor footfall whilst building engagement for the Trust brand. A key accountability of the role is managing and reporting on financial performance, delivering on KPI s and leading and motivating teams to deliver income targets whilst effectively managing costs. The Visitor Services Manager will manage a range of stakeholder relationships including representing the Trust at local partnership groups, representing the site at relevant external meetings as appropriate. Key Responsibilities Deliver on financial KPI s working to control costs and maximise income (commercial and charitable giving) including managing diverse budgets relating to the Front of House operations Monitoring and delivering other appropriate KPIs set in the Business Plan, reporting back to the management team on progress and actions Overseeing the recruitment of permanent and seasonals and volunteers and ensuring they are trained to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively. Owning the visitor experience and ensuring colleagues and volunteers work as a team to deliver an unforgettable, quality visit whether in the café/shop or at events Lead on volunteer growth, building the volunteering team to deliver key operational functions Maintain an overview of the presentation of the site at all time Leading on gathering visitor data and analysing customer feedback to ensure that necessary actions are taken to improve performance. Playing a key role in all projects that have an impact upon our visitors and the public. Deliver on financial KPI s working to control costs and maximise income (commercial and charitable giving) including managing diverse budgets relating to the Front of House operations Monitoring and delivering other appropriate KPIs set in the Business Plan, reporting back to the management team on progress and actions Overseeing the recruitment of permanent and seasonals and volunteers and ensuring they are trained to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively. Owning the visitor experience and ensuring colleagues and volunteers work as a team to deliver an unforgettable, quality visit whether in the café/shop or at events Lead on volunteer growth, building the volunteering team to deliver key operational functions Maintain an overview of the presentation of the site at all time Leading on gathering visitor data and analysing customer feedback to ensure that necessary actions are taken to improve performance. Playing a key role in all projects that have an impact upon our visitors and the public. About you You will have extensive experience of working operationally in a customer-focused environment, ideally in a visitor attraction, delivering financial targets and creating dynamic and innovative projects and programming that will engage and inspire audiences. You will have experience of leading teams, including volunteers to deliver successful initiatives and keep them motivated and involved. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to create safe working environments and understand the importance of compliance in day to day operations. If you love working with people and want to make a difference then this role is for you. Skills & Qualifications Educated to degree level or equivalent Knowledge/experience of customer care and visitor services preferably in a museum context Knowledge / experience of managing staff rotas over two sites Successful track record in recruiting and developing volunteers Knowledge of heritage and interpretation issues Experience of managing staff and dealing with customers Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills Considerable people management and hands-on team leading experience including managing volunteers Proven experience of planning operations & staffing in a visitor-based attraction Ability to work in partnership with internal and external staff and organisations. Experience of managing budgets. Good understanding of Health & Safety Policy, Principles, Standards, Procedures & Guidance. Able to creatively & innovatively develop solutions to obstacles and challenges Ability to Travel between sites Demonstrate an interest and competency in effective museum management. The successful candidate will require a DBS check What We Offer We offer an annual salary of £33,677. Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, increasing holiday entitlement, and a range of employee benefits.
Graduate Housing Officer Location: Sheffield Salary: £24,907 You will support the Neighbourhood Services Manager by helping deliver high-quality housing services and contributing to strong, sustainable communities. You'll assist with key housing management tasks such as rent arrears, allocations, anti-social behaviour, and neighbourhood upkeep. As you grow, you'll take responsibility for your own patch and work toward ambitious personal and professional goals. What you'll be doing as a Housing Officer Graduate Gain experience and understand a broad range of roles across your region and elsewhere including head office and in other departments, this may require you to travel and at times overnight stays in various locations. Encouraging customers to manage their rent independently and provide advice about the ways they can access financial help they might be entitled Supporting customers to move into their new home including advertising the empty property, shortlisting potential new customers, liaising with repair colleagues to ensure the home is ready and providing guidance to the new customer in ensuring they have a successful start to their new tenancy Having a regular presence within our communities to ensure our properties, blocks, schemes and streets are safe and attractive places to live. This will include monitoring the performance of our contractors and encouraging customers to take responsibility for their own behaviours when appropriate Providing advice, guidance and effective resolutions to customer queries with a focus on getting it 'right first time' Signposting customers to other local and national services that can provide support with health, wellbeing, financial advice, digital inclusion and employment support. Developing strong partnerships with a range of partners and work collaboratively with other agencies to prevent anti-social behaviour Providing project management support for a range of regional and corporate projects including Service Improvement Groups Assisting in the data and evidence gathering to ensure we can respond appropriately to customer complaints with a focus on providing fair resolution and ensuring we learn when things have gone wrong Representing our client in a professional manner with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity Treating customers and colleagues with respect and empathy Working 35 hours per week and having a flexible approach to work What you'll need A minimum 2:2 achieved in the past 3 years, ideally within a relevant subject area GCSE maths and English or equivalent at grade C/4 or above A clean UK driving licence and access to a car would be desirable Experience of working in a customer focused environment, with a proven ability of delivering a high standard of customer service Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work as part of a team, as well as using your own initiative and time management skills to deliver tasks on time Keen eye for detail and good organisational skills Competent level of ICT skills including the full range of Microsoft applications and the ability to use technology such as a mobile phone, tablet and laptop Commitment to completing all parts of the training programme Commitment to observe and comply with all policies / procedures / working practices / regulations and in particular our clients Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Safeguarding Policy How we support you and your career at our client . A fully accredited qualification to aid in your development Full equipment to help you perform best at your role Dedicated time each week for studying and learning Mentorship and line management from senior professionals A warm, inclusive team where your ideas and growth matter Access to our Growing Greatness talent programme including workshops, networks, and development activities Support from our Emerging Talent and Development Specialist which will include reviews, check-ins and the opportunity to discuss your progress Closing date: 30th April 2026 Shortlist date: 1st May 2026 Interview date: Assessment Day: Late May/ Final Stage Interview: June 2026
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Graduate Housing Officer Location: Sheffield Salary: £24,907 You will support the Neighbourhood Services Manager by helping deliver high-quality housing services and contributing to strong, sustainable communities. You'll assist with key housing management tasks such as rent arrears, allocations, anti-social behaviour, and neighbourhood upkeep. As you grow, you'll take responsibility for your own patch and work toward ambitious personal and professional goals. What you'll be doing as a Housing Officer Graduate Gain experience and understand a broad range of roles across your region and elsewhere including head office and in other departments, this may require you to travel and at times overnight stays in various locations. Encouraging customers to manage their rent independently and provide advice about the ways they can access financial help they might be entitled Supporting customers to move into their new home including advertising the empty property, shortlisting potential new customers, liaising with repair colleagues to ensure the home is ready and providing guidance to the new customer in ensuring they have a successful start to their new tenancy Having a regular presence within our communities to ensure our properties, blocks, schemes and streets are safe and attractive places to live. This will include monitoring the performance of our contractors and encouraging customers to take responsibility for their own behaviours when appropriate Providing advice, guidance and effective resolutions to customer queries with a focus on getting it 'right first time' Signposting customers to other local and national services that can provide support with health, wellbeing, financial advice, digital inclusion and employment support. Developing strong partnerships with a range of partners and work collaboratively with other agencies to prevent anti-social behaviour Providing project management support for a range of regional and corporate projects including Service Improvement Groups Assisting in the data and evidence gathering to ensure we can respond appropriately to customer complaints with a focus on providing fair resolution and ensuring we learn when things have gone wrong Representing our client in a professional manner with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity Treating customers and colleagues with respect and empathy Working 35 hours per week and having a flexible approach to work What you'll need A minimum 2:2 achieved in the past 3 years, ideally within a relevant subject area GCSE maths and English or equivalent at grade C/4 or above A clean UK driving licence and access to a car would be desirable Experience of working in a customer focused environment, with a proven ability of delivering a high standard of customer service Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work as part of a team, as well as using your own initiative and time management skills to deliver tasks on time Keen eye for detail and good organisational skills Competent level of ICT skills including the full range of Microsoft applications and the ability to use technology such as a mobile phone, tablet and laptop Commitment to completing all parts of the training programme Commitment to observe and comply with all policies / procedures / working practices / regulations and in particular our clients Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Safeguarding Policy How we support you and your career at our client . A fully accredited qualification to aid in your development Full equipment to help you perform best at your role Dedicated time each week for studying and learning Mentorship and line management from senior professionals A warm, inclusive team where your ideas and growth matter Access to our Growing Greatness talent programme including workshops, networks, and development activities Support from our Emerging Talent and Development Specialist which will include reviews, check-ins and the opportunity to discuss your progress Closing date: 30th April 2026 Shortlist date: 1st May 2026 Interview date: Assessment Day: Late May/ Final Stage Interview: June 2026
Senior Divisional Facilities Manager - Caretech Childrens Services, Education CareTech Group- Estates & Facilities About CareTech and Cambian CareTech Group provide specialist Education / residential care across the UK. We support some of the most vulnerable young people in our communities. Our Schools exist to provide safe, stable and nurturing environments where children and young people can recover, develop and thrive. For the children in our care, the quality of the physical environment is not a 'nice to have' - it is fundamental. Our estates must be compliant, safe and resilient, but also warm, homely and dignified. Put simply: we should feel comfortable placing our own children in these environments. Role purpose The Senior Divisional Facilities Manager will lead the estates function for the Children's residential division (44 Sites). The postholder is accountable for statutory compliance, health and safety (premises), property condition, service continuity and the overall quality of the estate across a multi-site portfolio. The role provides divisional leadership to Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs 3Nr. & Maintenance Operatives 46. Nr) and works in close partnership with Principals, Regional Operations Managers and senior leadership (including Managing Directors) to ensure that standards are consistently achieved and sustained. Reporting lines Responsible to Director of Facilities / Group Estates Leadership (as applicable) Group Executive Director - Childrens services Direct reports Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs) and any divisional estates support roles Key interfaces Home Managers, Regional Operations Managers, Quality/Compliance, Finance, Procurement, Contractors/Suppliers On-Call Participates in an on- call Rota (e.g., one week in every Fifteen) to support critical incidents and business continuity Extraordinary days every day Registered address: Parkview, 82 Oxford Road, Uxbridge UB8 1UX Registered no. Key accountabilities This is a leadership role. Success is measured through safe compliance, quality of environments, predictable delivery and high-performing teams. The postholder will: Lead and develop the divisional estates operating model: cadence, standards, escalation routes and performance rhythm.Create a culture of 'right first time' delivery, where safety, quality and dignity are non-negotiable.Set clear expectations for RFMs and hold accountability through coaching, field leadership and structured performance management. 1.Statutory compliance, health and safety, and risk Act as the senior premises professional for the division, ensuring all sites are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.Own the divisional compliance position across statutory requirements (e.g., fire safety actions, water hygiene/legionella controls, asbestos management, gas and electrical safety, lifting equipment where applicable) and ensure robust evidence trails.Commission, review and drive closure of audits, inspections and risk assessments; ensure actions are prioritised by risk and closed to a defined quality standard.Provide decisive incident response leadership (e.g., floods, alarm activations, heating failures), implementing immediate controls and directing permanent remediation. 2.Quality of environment and customer experience Drive consistent, high-quality standards for repair, decoration, cleanliness and presentation so homes are safe and genuinely homely.Work with Operations to understand the lived experience of children and staff, ensuring estates solutions support safeguarding, privacy and dignity.Introduce and enforce divisional standards/specifications that reduce repeat failures and raise 3.CAFM system leadership and reactive maintenance control Take divisional ownership of the CAFM system (including job logging governance, triage, prioritisation and closure quality).Ensure RFMs and teams are using the system correctly: accurate categories, appropriate priorities, strong descriptions, and evidence on completion.Implement controls to prevent aged backlogs and repeat callouts; ensure jobs are closed properly with clear resolution notes and supporting evidence where required.Use CAFM data to drive performance: reactive ageing, first-time fix rates, repeat defects, contractor performance and compliance KPIs. 4.Planned works, projects and capital programme (CapEx) Build, maintain and deliver a rolling programme of planned works and property improvement, aligned to risk reduction and service needs.Develop clear scopes and high-level specifications; obtain competitive quotations/tenders in line with procurement policy.Control project delivery end-to-end: scope, programme, cost, quality, commissioning, handover, defects and warranties.Contribute to strategic asset planning and annual CapEx budgeting, prioritising based on risk, compliance, condition and operational impact. 5.Commercial management and budget control Own divisional R&M and CapEx budget governance, forecasting and cost-to-complete reporting.Maintain strong variation control and challenge scope creep; ensure value for money and whole-life cost thinking.Work closely with Finance and Procurement to ensure correct coding, approvals and a clean audit trail. Provide clear, board-ready reporting to senior leadership (including Managing Directors) on compliance, performance, key risks, projects and spend.Represent the estates function professionally with regulators, inspectors, external agencies and visitors where premises matters arise. 7.People leadership, capability and performance Line manage RFMs and relevant estates staff: objectives, supervision, coaching and development.Build a divisional capability plan (skills matrix, training plan, competency checks) covering technical triage, compliance awareness and leadership behaviours.Measure and manage staff KPIs (quality of close-outs, responsiveness, compliance closure rates, stakeholder feedback, budget discipline).Promote a culture of accountability, learning and continuous improvement; manage underperformance fairly and promptly. Performance measures (examples)The role will be measured on a balanced scorecard. Typical divisional KPIs include: Statutory compliance: PPM completion rate; overdue statutory items; audit action closure (by risk rating).Fire safety: FRA action closure times; fire door and compartmentation remediation progress (where applicable).R
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Senior Divisional Facilities Manager - Caretech Childrens Services, Education CareTech Group- Estates & Facilities About CareTech and Cambian CareTech Group provide specialist Education / residential care across the UK. We support some of the most vulnerable young people in our communities. Our Schools exist to provide safe, stable and nurturing environments where children and young people can recover, develop and thrive. For the children in our care, the quality of the physical environment is not a 'nice to have' - it is fundamental. Our estates must be compliant, safe and resilient, but also warm, homely and dignified. Put simply: we should feel comfortable placing our own children in these environments. Role purpose The Senior Divisional Facilities Manager will lead the estates function for the Children's residential division (44 Sites). The postholder is accountable for statutory compliance, health and safety (premises), property condition, service continuity and the overall quality of the estate across a multi-site portfolio. The role provides divisional leadership to Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs 3Nr. & Maintenance Operatives 46. Nr) and works in close partnership with Principals, Regional Operations Managers and senior leadership (including Managing Directors) to ensure that standards are consistently achieved and sustained. Reporting lines Responsible to Director of Facilities / Group Estates Leadership (as applicable) Group Executive Director - Childrens services Direct reports Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs) and any divisional estates support roles Key interfaces Home Managers, Regional Operations Managers, Quality/Compliance, Finance, Procurement, Contractors/Suppliers On-Call Participates in an on- call Rota (e.g., one week in every Fifteen) to support critical incidents and business continuity Extraordinary days every day Registered address: Parkview, 82 Oxford Road, Uxbridge UB8 1UX Registered no. Key accountabilities This is a leadership role. Success is measured through safe compliance, quality of environments, predictable delivery and high-performing teams. The postholder will: Lead and develop the divisional estates operating model: cadence, standards, escalation routes and performance rhythm.Create a culture of 'right first time' delivery, where safety, quality and dignity are non-negotiable.Set clear expectations for RFMs and hold accountability through coaching, field leadership and structured performance management. 1.Statutory compliance, health and safety, and risk Act as the senior premises professional for the division, ensuring all sites are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.Own the divisional compliance position across statutory requirements (e.g., fire safety actions, water hygiene/legionella controls, asbestos management, gas and electrical safety, lifting equipment where applicable) and ensure robust evidence trails.Commission, review and drive closure of audits, inspections and risk assessments; ensure actions are prioritised by risk and closed to a defined quality standard.Provide decisive incident response leadership (e.g., floods, alarm activations, heating failures), implementing immediate controls and directing permanent remediation. 2.Quality of environment and customer experience Drive consistent, high-quality standards for repair, decoration, cleanliness and presentation so homes are safe and genuinely homely.Work with Operations to understand the lived experience of children and staff, ensuring estates solutions support safeguarding, privacy and dignity.Introduce and enforce divisional standards/specifications that reduce repeat failures and raise 3.CAFM system leadership and reactive maintenance control Take divisional ownership of the CAFM system (including job logging governance, triage, prioritisation and closure quality).Ensure RFMs and teams are using the system correctly: accurate categories, appropriate priorities, strong descriptions, and evidence on completion.Implement controls to prevent aged backlogs and repeat callouts; ensure jobs are closed properly with clear resolution notes and supporting evidence where required.Use CAFM data to drive performance: reactive ageing, first-time fix rates, repeat defects, contractor performance and compliance KPIs. 4.Planned works, projects and capital programme (CapEx) Build, maintain and deliver a rolling programme of planned works and property improvement, aligned to risk reduction and service needs.Develop clear scopes and high-level specifications; obtain competitive quotations/tenders in line with procurement policy.Control project delivery end-to-end: scope, programme, cost, quality, commissioning, handover, defects and warranties.Contribute to strategic asset planning and annual CapEx budgeting, prioritising based on risk, compliance, condition and operational impact. 5.Commercial management and budget control Own divisional R&M and CapEx budget governance, forecasting and cost-to-complete reporting.Maintain strong variation control and challenge scope creep; ensure value for money and whole-life cost thinking.Work closely with Finance and Procurement to ensure correct coding, approvals and a clean audit trail. Provide clear, board-ready reporting to senior leadership (including Managing Directors) on compliance, performance, key risks, projects and spend.Represent the estates function professionally with regulators, inspectors, external agencies and visitors where premises matters arise. 7.People leadership, capability and performance Line manage RFMs and relevant estates staff: objectives, supervision, coaching and development.Build a divisional capability plan (skills matrix, training plan, competency checks) covering technical triage, compliance awareness and leadership behaviours.Measure and manage staff KPIs (quality of close-outs, responsiveness, compliance closure rates, stakeholder feedback, budget discipline).Promote a culture of accountability, learning and continuous improvement; manage underperformance fairly and promptly. Performance measures (examples)The role will be measured on a balanced scorecard. Typical divisional KPIs include: Statutory compliance: PPM completion rate; overdue statutory items; audit action closure (by risk rating).Fire safety: FRA action closure times; fire door and compartmentation remediation progress (where applicable).R
Deputy Manager Retail Salisbury Salary up to £29,000 + Benefits Zachary Daniels is excited to be recruiting for a Deputy Store Manager position with a thriving retail business. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-performing retail store, drive sales, and deliver an outstanding customer experience in a fast-paced retail environment. Deputy Store Manager Benefits Earn up to £28,000 plus a performance-based bonus. Genuine opportunities to develop and progress within a successful retail business. Enjoy discounts on products. Work in a collaborative and positive environment where your contributions are valued. Key Responsibilities as a Deputy Store Manager Support the Store Manager to: Lead all aspects of retail store operations, ensuring success across sales, service, and team development. Drive sales performance, customer engagement, and profitability. Recruit, train, and develop a motivated team to deliver exceptional service. Oversee stock management, merchandising, and store presentation to company standards. Manage staff scheduling to maintain efficiency and service levels. Analyse store performance and report key metrics to senior management. Maintain high standards of compliance, health & safety, and operational excellence. What We're Looking For: Experience as a Deputy Store Manager or in a similar retail leadership role. A proven track record of achieving KPIs and driving commercial success. Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate a team. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to make data-driven decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced DeputyStore Manager looking to take on a new challenge within a thriving retail business. Whether your background is in fashion, lifestyle, homeware or another retail sector, we'd love to hear from you! Please Note: Unfortunately, we are not able to support sponsorship to work in the UK at this time If you're interested in this Deputy Store Manager role, APPLY TODAY with your up-to-date CV! BH35933
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Deputy Manager Retail Salisbury Salary up to £29,000 + Benefits Zachary Daniels is excited to be recruiting for a Deputy Store Manager position with a thriving retail business. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-performing retail store, drive sales, and deliver an outstanding customer experience in a fast-paced retail environment. Deputy Store Manager Benefits Earn up to £28,000 plus a performance-based bonus. Genuine opportunities to develop and progress within a successful retail business. Enjoy discounts on products. Work in a collaborative and positive environment where your contributions are valued. Key Responsibilities as a Deputy Store Manager Support the Store Manager to: Lead all aspects of retail store operations, ensuring success across sales, service, and team development. Drive sales performance, customer engagement, and profitability. Recruit, train, and develop a motivated team to deliver exceptional service. Oversee stock management, merchandising, and store presentation to company standards. Manage staff scheduling to maintain efficiency and service levels. Analyse store performance and report key metrics to senior management. Maintain high standards of compliance, health & safety, and operational excellence. What We're Looking For: Experience as a Deputy Store Manager or in a similar retail leadership role. A proven track record of achieving KPIs and driving commercial success. Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate a team. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to make data-driven decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced DeputyStore Manager looking to take on a new challenge within a thriving retail business. Whether your background is in fashion, lifestyle, homeware or another retail sector, we'd love to hear from you! Please Note: Unfortunately, we are not able to support sponsorship to work in the UK at this time If you're interested in this Deputy Store Manager role, APPLY TODAY with your up-to-date CV! BH35933
Road Sweeper Truck Driver Vacancy! Full-time role! Monday-to-Friday work! Day shift only! £16/h starting pay! Immediate start Overview We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Road Sweeper Truck Driver to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about keeping communities clean and safe while operating industry-standard equipment. The ideal candidate will have a professional attitude, a strong work ethic, and the necessary technical qualifications to undertake road sweeper operations across various routes. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion, and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Responsibilities Safely operate road sweeper vehicles to clean public roads, construction sites, car parks, and other assigned areas. Plan effective routes to maximize coverage and minimize downtime efficiently. Perform pre- and post-operational vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and safety, including light vehicle maintenance tasks. Adhere to all traffic and safety regulations, ensuring a high standard of safety for yourself, your team, and the general public. Communicate effectively with team members, site managers, and operations coordinators to handle job requirements and schedule changes. Maintain accurate records of work completed, including reporting defects, incidents, and vehicle issues. Promote and uphold the company's commitment to a clean environment and excellent service delivery. Qualifications Possession of a current Class 2 (Category C) driving license with no more than 6 penalty points . Valid CPC card (Certificate of Professional Competence) and digital tachograph (digi tacho) card . Proven experience in operating road sweeper vehicles or similar equipment. (DESIRABLE) Basic knowledge of light vehicle maintenance and the ability to perform safety checks. Strong route planning and time management skills to ensure tasks are completed efficiently. A strong safety-conscious mindset and understanding of health and safety regulations related to driving and operational duties. Good communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude. Day-to-Day Start each day with a detailed vehicle inspection, ensuring your road sweeper is in prime condition for operation. Plan and review your assigned routes with a focus on efficiency and sufficient coverage of all areas. Travel to various work locations to operate the road sweeper, ensuring roads and public areas are cleaned to a high standard. Address minor vehicle maintenance tasks or report significant issues to the maintenance team. Stay updated on and adhere to traffic laws, weather conditions, and environmental safety guidelines. Collaborate with supervisors, team members, or clients to adjust to changing operational needs. Keep accurate logs of operations, incidents, and any equipment malfunctions, ensuring that records are up-to-date for reporting. We are committed to building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. If you meet the qualifications and are enthusiastic about making a difference while working in a professional and safe environment, we encourage you to apply! Job Type : Full-time Location : NG13 area Salary : £16/h starting pay Working hours : between 6-7am starts to 14:30-15:30 finish Monday to Friday. Road Sweeper Driver, Nottingham, NG13 area, Class2, CPC, Digi Tacho, HGV, Road Sweeper Driver, Nottingham, NG13 area, Class2, CPC, Digi Tacho, HGV, Road Sweeper Driver, Nottingham, NG13 area, Class2, CPC, Digi Tacho, HGV SKILL01
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Road Sweeper Truck Driver Vacancy! Full-time role! Monday-to-Friday work! Day shift only! £16/h starting pay! Immediate start Overview We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Road Sweeper Truck Driver to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about keeping communities clean and safe while operating industry-standard equipment. The ideal candidate will have a professional attitude, a strong work ethic, and the necessary technical qualifications to undertake road sweeper operations across various routes. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion, and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Responsibilities Safely operate road sweeper vehicles to clean public roads, construction sites, car parks, and other assigned areas. Plan effective routes to maximize coverage and minimize downtime efficiently. Perform pre- and post-operational vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and safety, including light vehicle maintenance tasks. Adhere to all traffic and safety regulations, ensuring a high standard of safety for yourself, your team, and the general public. Communicate effectively with team members, site managers, and operations coordinators to handle job requirements and schedule changes. Maintain accurate records of work completed, including reporting defects, incidents, and vehicle issues. Promote and uphold the company's commitment to a clean environment and excellent service delivery. Qualifications Possession of a current Class 2 (Category C) driving license with no more than 6 penalty points . Valid CPC card (Certificate of Professional Competence) and digital tachograph (digi tacho) card . Proven experience in operating road sweeper vehicles or similar equipment. (DESIRABLE) Basic knowledge of light vehicle maintenance and the ability to perform safety checks. Strong route planning and time management skills to ensure tasks are completed efficiently. A strong safety-conscious mindset and understanding of health and safety regulations related to driving and operational duties. Good communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude. Day-to-Day Start each day with a detailed vehicle inspection, ensuring your road sweeper is in prime condition for operation. Plan and review your assigned routes with a focus on efficiency and sufficient coverage of all areas. Travel to various work locations to operate the road sweeper, ensuring roads and public areas are cleaned to a high standard. Address minor vehicle maintenance tasks or report significant issues to the maintenance team. Stay updated on and adhere to traffic laws, weather conditions, and environmental safety guidelines. Collaborate with supervisors, team members, or clients to adjust to changing operational needs. Keep accurate logs of operations, incidents, and any equipment malfunctions, ensuring that records are up-to-date for reporting. We are committed to building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. If you meet the qualifications and are enthusiastic about making a difference while working in a professional and safe environment, we encourage you to apply! Job Type : Full-time Location : NG13 area Salary : £16/h starting pay Working hours : between 6-7am starts to 14:30-15:30 finish Monday to Friday. Road Sweeper Driver, Nottingham, NG13 area, Class2, CPC, Digi Tacho, HGV, Road Sweeper Driver, Nottingham, NG13 area, Class2, CPC, Digi Tacho, HGV, Road Sweeper Driver, Nottingham, NG13 area, Class2, CPC, Digi Tacho, HGV SKILL01
Job Title: Senior Project Manager Location: Skye Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Our client, a well-established civil engineering contractor, is looking to recruit a permanent Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of one of their major substation projects on the Isle of Skye. This is a key role within the organisation, offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment that encourages creativity and innovation to deliver high-quality results. As Project Manager, you will take the lead in ensuring projects are executed efficiently, economically, and in full compliance with all relevant regulations. With a focus on the highest standards of project delivery, you will bring a proven track record in managing a variety of civil engineering projects. Key Responsibilities: Overseeing full Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) compliance on all projects. Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with both existing and potential clients. Managing project budgets and ensuring financial control. Supervising and supporting all site personnel. Managing the commercial aspects of projects. Preparing detailed reports and maintaining accurate project records. Essential Requirements: Degree or HNC in a relevant Civil Engineering discipline. Demonstrable experience in successfully managing diverse civil engineering projects. Experience working on substation projects would be advantageous. Strong technical knowledge and oversight of all civil site activities. Excellent communication skills with a proactive approach. A full UK driving licence. Accommodation available for the right candidate. If you are an experienced Project Manager ready to take the next step in your career with a respected contractor, we would be keen to hear from you. Please apply with an up-to-date CV, or for more information, contact Adam Rahma on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Project Manager Location: Skye Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Our client, a well-established civil engineering contractor, is looking to recruit a permanent Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of one of their major substation projects on the Isle of Skye. This is a key role within the organisation, offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment that encourages creativity and innovation to deliver high-quality results. As Project Manager, you will take the lead in ensuring projects are executed efficiently, economically, and in full compliance with all relevant regulations. With a focus on the highest standards of project delivery, you will bring a proven track record in managing a variety of civil engineering projects. Key Responsibilities: Overseeing full Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) compliance on all projects. Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with both existing and potential clients. Managing project budgets and ensuring financial control. Supervising and supporting all site personnel. Managing the commercial aspects of projects. Preparing detailed reports and maintaining accurate project records. Essential Requirements: Degree or HNC in a relevant Civil Engineering discipline. Demonstrable experience in successfully managing diverse civil engineering projects. Experience working on substation projects would be advantageous. Strong technical knowledge and oversight of all civil site activities. Excellent communication skills with a proactive approach. A full UK driving licence. Accommodation available for the right candidate. If you are an experienced Project Manager ready to take the next step in your career with a respected contractor, we would be keen to hear from you. Please apply with an up-to-date CV, or for more information, contact Adam Rahma on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Your new company An established housing organisation providing high-quality retirement living and housing services is seeking an experienced housing professional to support older residents living independently within a community-based scheme. The organisation is committed to resident wellbeing, tenancy sustainment and creating safe, welcoming environments that promote independence and social connection. Your new role As a Scheme Manager, the post holder will be the central point of contact for a retirement living scheme, delivering a professional, customer-focused housing and support service to residents. This is a varied, hands-on role responsible for the day-to-day management of the court, ensuring compliance, safety, and high service standards throughout the building. Key responsibilities include managing health and safety and compliance checks, overseeing repairs and contractors, managing rent accounts and voids, and supporting effective budget control. The role also involves actively engaging with residents, responding to anti-social behaviour and complaints, facilitating community activities, and working closely with external agencies to support resident wellbeing and safeguarding. The Scheme Manager will contribute to tenancy sustainment, support residents to access welfare benefits, maintain accurate and GDPR-compliant records, and promote a vibrant and inclusive community. Where applicable, the role may also involve supervising on-site staff and providing short-term cover to nearby schemes. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, the ideal candidate will have experience working within social housing, ideally with older people or vulnerable groups. They will have a strong understanding of tenancy management, health and safety, safeguarding and customer service, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment. Strong communication, mediation and relationship-management skills are essential, as is confidence when working with residents, families, contractors and partner agencies. The role requires solid IT skills, good standards of literacy and numeracy, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries at all times. A commitment to equality, diversity, resident wellbeing and high-quality service delivery is essential. An enhanced DBS check will be required, along with the ability to access all areas of the scheme and travel occasionally for cover, meetings or training. What you'll get in return In return, the successful applicant will receive a competitive hourly rate of 21- 24 per hour, depending on experience. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives, working within a supportive organisation that values professional development, collaboration and person-centred services. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Apr 29, 2026
Seasonal
Your new company An established housing organisation providing high-quality retirement living and housing services is seeking an experienced housing professional to support older residents living independently within a community-based scheme. The organisation is committed to resident wellbeing, tenancy sustainment and creating safe, welcoming environments that promote independence and social connection. Your new role As a Scheme Manager, the post holder will be the central point of contact for a retirement living scheme, delivering a professional, customer-focused housing and support service to residents. This is a varied, hands-on role responsible for the day-to-day management of the court, ensuring compliance, safety, and high service standards throughout the building. Key responsibilities include managing health and safety and compliance checks, overseeing repairs and contractors, managing rent accounts and voids, and supporting effective budget control. The role also involves actively engaging with residents, responding to anti-social behaviour and complaints, facilitating community activities, and working closely with external agencies to support resident wellbeing and safeguarding. The Scheme Manager will contribute to tenancy sustainment, support residents to access welfare benefits, maintain accurate and GDPR-compliant records, and promote a vibrant and inclusive community. Where applicable, the role may also involve supervising on-site staff and providing short-term cover to nearby schemes. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, the ideal candidate will have experience working within social housing, ideally with older people or vulnerable groups. They will have a strong understanding of tenancy management, health and safety, safeguarding and customer service, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment. Strong communication, mediation and relationship-management skills are essential, as is confidence when working with residents, families, contractors and partner agencies. The role requires solid IT skills, good standards of literacy and numeracy, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries at all times. A commitment to equality, diversity, resident wellbeing and high-quality service delivery is essential. An enhanced DBS check will be required, along with the ability to access all areas of the scheme and travel occasionally for cover, meetings or training. What you'll get in return In return, the successful applicant will receive a competitive hourly rate of 21- 24 per hour, depending on experience. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives, working within a supportive organisation that values professional development, collaboration and person-centred services. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
