So, you're a proactive people person ready to be the friendly face our stores need? Sounds like you'd be a great fit here. So, if you've had previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant, this Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you. As an Optical Assistant, you'll use your passion for the Specsavers brand, products and services alongside your incredible customer service skills, to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team. Our store Located in the heart of the bustling Princes Mead Shopping Centre, Specsavers Farnborough offers a welcoming and convenient setting for both customers and colleagues. The store is just a short 5-minute walk from Farnborough train station and is well connected by several local bus routes, making commuting simple and reliable. For those who drive, there's also easy access to nearby parking. With strong footfall, a lively retail environment, and a supportive in-store team, Farnborough is a fantastic place to build and grow your career with Specsavers Our team The Farnborough team is a close-knit, friendly, and highly skilled group of optical and retail professionals who take pride in delivering exceptional service to every customer. With experienced Optometrists, dedicated Dispensing professionals, and a supportive retail team, the store offers a collaborative environment where everyone works together to provide the best possible care. Colleagues are encouraged to grow, learn, and share their strengths, creating a positive atmosphere where new team members feel welcomed from day one. It's a place where teamwork genuinely thrives, and where you'll be supported to reach your full potential. What's on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: Up to £28,000 per annum, dependent on experience and optical qualification 37.75 hours per week, to include working weekends No late nights We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you! Outstanding professional development opportunities What we're looking for? If this is still sounding like a bit of you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as an Optical Assistant.These include: Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment Experience in optics business Knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology Find out more If you've got all these skills, we'd love for you to apply.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
So, you're a proactive people person ready to be the friendly face our stores need? Sounds like you'd be a great fit here. So, if you've had previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant, this Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you. As an Optical Assistant, you'll use your passion for the Specsavers brand, products and services alongside your incredible customer service skills, to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team. Our store Located in the heart of the bustling Princes Mead Shopping Centre, Specsavers Farnborough offers a welcoming and convenient setting for both customers and colleagues. The store is just a short 5-minute walk from Farnborough train station and is well connected by several local bus routes, making commuting simple and reliable. For those who drive, there's also easy access to nearby parking. With strong footfall, a lively retail environment, and a supportive in-store team, Farnborough is a fantastic place to build and grow your career with Specsavers Our team The Farnborough team is a close-knit, friendly, and highly skilled group of optical and retail professionals who take pride in delivering exceptional service to every customer. With experienced Optometrists, dedicated Dispensing professionals, and a supportive retail team, the store offers a collaborative environment where everyone works together to provide the best possible care. Colleagues are encouraged to grow, learn, and share their strengths, creating a positive atmosphere where new team members feel welcomed from day one. It's a place where teamwork genuinely thrives, and where you'll be supported to reach your full potential. What's on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: Up to £28,000 per annum, dependent on experience and optical qualification 37.75 hours per week, to include working weekends No late nights We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you! Outstanding professional development opportunities What we're looking for? If this is still sounding like a bit of you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as an Optical Assistant.These include: Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment Experience in optics business Knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology Find out more If you've got all these skills, we'd love for you to apply.
Assistant Supply Chain Manager Join our award-winning team at Willmott Dixon, a leading UK contractor shaping communities through innovative projects across Southern England. Operating from our offices in Weybridge, Farnborough, and Dartford, we deliver landmark commercial, residential, and public sector projects with a commitment to sustainability and excellence. We're seeking a motivated Assistant Supply Chain Manager to support our Construction South business. You'll report to the Supply Chain Manager and collaborate across new business, pre-construction, delivery, and aftercare teams to strengthen our supply chain partnerships. Your role will involve supporting supplier evaluations and contract negotiations to drive value and quality, working closely with project teams to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of materials and services, and fostering strong relationships with subcontractors and stakeholders to support project success. We're looking for someone with strong interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing skills to engage diverse teams and suppliers, combined with commercial awareness to deliver cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality. You should thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating adaptability and reliability to consistently deliver results. Ideally, you've worked in a supply chain or related role within construction, but we also welcome applicants from other construction roles eager to transition, bringing transferable skills and a passion for supply chain excellence. Key Deliverables: Supporting the SC Manager to ensure we have a supply chain that can meet the demands and needs of our business. Building relationships with our partners to understand capability and capacity. Analysing cost of error and proposing changes in relation to supply chain. Driving consistency in approach across our supply chain partners to ensure high standards are understood and met on every project. Supporting the SC Manager with delivering regular key business updates to our supply chain. Managing performance feedback from our teams in relation to our supply chain and using this to influence decision making. Key Criteria: Essential Minimum BTEC or Level 3 equivalent Experience in/or knowledge of supply chain management, procurement within the construction sector Ability to build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders A problem solving mindset to review and improve processes/change Able to communicate effectively Work well as part of a team Desirable Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Management, Construction Management, Commercial Management or a relevant discipline. Working towards membership of a related professional body e.g. CIPS or CIOB. Knowledge of Public Contract Regulations 2015 and other relevant legislation and policy in relation to public procurement About Us With over 170 years of history, Willmott Dixon's purpose goes beyond profit - delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities, and enhancing the environment to ensure our world is fit for future generations. By adding lasting value to the communities where we work, our values, people, innovation, partnerships, and focus on sustainability have enabled us to build a successful, privately owned business where our people thrive. We've been recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the top five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. We are also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Assistant Supply Chain Manager Join our award-winning team at Willmott Dixon, a leading UK contractor shaping communities through innovative projects across Southern England. Operating from our offices in Weybridge, Farnborough, and Dartford, we deliver landmark commercial, residential, and public sector projects with a commitment to sustainability and excellence. We're seeking a motivated Assistant Supply Chain Manager to support our Construction South business. You'll report to the Supply Chain Manager and collaborate across new business, pre-construction, delivery, and aftercare teams to strengthen our supply chain partnerships. Your role will involve supporting supplier evaluations and contract negotiations to drive value and quality, working closely with project teams to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of materials and services, and fostering strong relationships with subcontractors and stakeholders to support project success. We're looking for someone with strong interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing skills to engage diverse teams and suppliers, combined with commercial awareness to deliver cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality. You should thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating adaptability and reliability to consistently deliver results. Ideally, you've worked in a supply chain or related role within construction, but we also welcome applicants from other construction roles eager to transition, bringing transferable skills and a passion for supply chain excellence. Key Deliverables: Supporting the SC Manager to ensure we have a supply chain that can meet the demands and needs of our business. Building relationships with our partners to understand capability and capacity. Analysing cost of error and proposing changes in relation to supply chain. Driving consistency in approach across our supply chain partners to ensure high standards are understood and met on every project. Supporting the SC Manager with delivering regular key business updates to our supply chain. Managing performance feedback from our teams in relation to our supply chain and using this to influence decision making. Key Criteria: Essential Minimum BTEC or Level 3 equivalent Experience in/or knowledge of supply chain management, procurement within the construction sector Ability to build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders A problem solving mindset to review and improve processes/change Able to communicate effectively Work well as part of a team Desirable Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Management, Construction Management, Commercial Management or a relevant discipline. Working towards membership of a related professional body e.g. CIPS or CIOB. Knowledge of Public Contract Regulations 2015 and other relevant legislation and policy in relation to public procurement About Us With over 170 years of history, Willmott Dixon's purpose goes beyond profit - delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities, and enhancing the environment to ensure our world is fit for future generations. By adding lasting value to the communities where we work, our values, people, innovation, partnerships, and focus on sustainability have enabled us to build a successful, privately owned business where our people thrive. We've been recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the top five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. We are also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development.
About us: At Dreams, we know your bed is the best place in the whole world. But for the hours between precious sleep, we d like to make work a special place to be too. We re the UK s most loved bed retailer, so it s important our people feel the love as well. Together we ve been making bedtimes better since 1985, with no signs of hitting the snooze button. We re owned by the world s largest bedding provider, Tempur Sealy, and sell 14,000 mattresses, bases and headboards every single week. Now that s a lot of Zzzs. With over 200 stores nationwide, you ll lead a team of sleep-savvy Bed Experts in a fun and friendly environment where every dreamer makes a difference. So if you re bonkers about bed, silly for siestas and keen on your kip, Dreams could be the perfect place for you. Dreams. Love your job. In your dream role, you ll receive: - Competitive salary: £31,000 on target earnings - Commission: Our uncapped commission scheme recognises the hard work and dedication of our superstar dreamers, with peak incentives to help you rack up the rewards. - Discounts: Amazing colleague discount on Dreams products, plus hundreds of brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping. - Buy-in schemes: You ll have the opportunity to buy extra holiday, private healthcare, or savings and loans. - Progression: No matter where your dreams take you, we ll support your development with the opportunity to progress, Whether it s a bitesize course on our Beducation learning platform or face-to-face training from our L&D team, there are heaps of ways to keep your skills sharp at Dreams. - Wellbeing: We partner with the Retail Trust to offer a full wellness hub, including a 24-hour helpline, out of hours GP services and access to counselling. - New in 2024 - enhanced maternity & paternity pay The job: This role is a vital part of the management team in Farnborough. You will work closely with the Store Manager to help to drive team engagement and maximise all sales opportunities. At Dreams, we are passionate about our people, so customers and colleagues are our top priority. With your help and guidance, the store team will make sure every customer finds their perfect bed. Ready to skip the snooze button and get stuck in? Heres a taste of what you ll be doing day-to-day - Assisting with the day-to-day management of the store team to increase sales and ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction. - Playing a key role in creating a positive environment within your store, ensuring you and the team are regularly involved in business initiatives, sharing best practice and having fun. - In the Store Manager s absence, you will proactively lead the team to achieve set goals, expectations and targets through effective coaching and training. - Motivating and inspiring all of our valued dreamers. - Walking the floor regularly, ensuring store standards are consistently high so every customer has an exceptional experience. This is the type of person we re dreaming of: - Experience: You ll be able to demonstrate previous retail or commercial sales experience, preferably with some experience of store and team management. - Commercially minded: You will be commercially focused and results-driven, with an aptitude for decision making. - Motivated: You will be highly experienced at working to performance targets, leading by example to identify sales opportunities and achieve results. - Inspirational: Your strong ability to lead will inspire and motivate your team. - Communicator: Using your excellent communications skills, you ll be able to build rapport and establish great relationships with customers and colleagues. - Customer-focused: Every day, you ll live our mission by putting our customers at the heart of everything you do.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
About us: At Dreams, we know your bed is the best place in the whole world. But for the hours between precious sleep, we d like to make work a special place to be too. We re the UK s most loved bed retailer, so it s important our people feel the love as well. Together we ve been making bedtimes better since 1985, with no signs of hitting the snooze button. We re owned by the world s largest bedding provider, Tempur Sealy, and sell 14,000 mattresses, bases and headboards every single week. Now that s a lot of Zzzs. With over 200 stores nationwide, you ll lead a team of sleep-savvy Bed Experts in a fun and friendly environment where every dreamer makes a difference. So if you re bonkers about bed, silly for siestas and keen on your kip, Dreams could be the perfect place for you. Dreams. Love your job. In your dream role, you ll receive: - Competitive salary: £31,000 on target earnings - Commission: Our uncapped commission scheme recognises the hard work and dedication of our superstar dreamers, with peak incentives to help you rack up the rewards. - Discounts: Amazing colleague discount on Dreams products, plus hundreds of brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping. - Buy-in schemes: You ll have the opportunity to buy extra holiday, private healthcare, or savings and loans. - Progression: No matter where your dreams take you, we ll support your development with the opportunity to progress, Whether it s a bitesize course on our Beducation learning platform or face-to-face training from our L&D team, there are heaps of ways to keep your skills sharp at Dreams. - Wellbeing: We partner with the Retail Trust to offer a full wellness hub, including a 24-hour helpline, out of hours GP services and access to counselling. - New in 2024 - enhanced maternity & paternity pay The job: This role is a vital part of the management team in Farnborough. You will work closely with the Store Manager to help to drive team engagement and maximise all sales opportunities. At Dreams, we are passionate about our people, so customers and colleagues are our top priority. With your help and guidance, the store team will make sure every customer finds their perfect bed. Ready to skip the snooze button and get stuck in? Heres a taste of what you ll be doing day-to-day - Assisting with the day-to-day management of the store team to increase sales and ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction. - Playing a key role in creating a positive environment within your store, ensuring you and the team are regularly involved in business initiatives, sharing best practice and having fun. - In the Store Manager s absence, you will proactively lead the team to achieve set goals, expectations and targets through effective coaching and training. - Motivating and inspiring all of our valued dreamers. - Walking the floor regularly, ensuring store standards are consistently high so every customer has an exceptional experience. This is the type of person we re dreaming of: - Experience: You ll be able to demonstrate previous retail or commercial sales experience, preferably with some experience of store and team management. - Commercially minded: You will be commercially focused and results-driven, with an aptitude for decision making. - Motivated: You will be highly experienced at working to performance targets, leading by example to identify sales opportunities and achieve results. - Inspirational: Your strong ability to lead will inspire and motivate your team. - Communicator: Using your excellent communications skills, you ll be able to build rapport and establish great relationships with customers and colleagues. - Customer-focused: Every day, you ll live our mission by putting our customers at the heart of everything you do.
An Assistant Site Manager is required for a construction project in the Farnborough area. Your new company A refurbishment and fit out company is recruiting for an Assistant Site Manager on a 9'-12-month contract based in the Farnborough area. Your new role You will either be a Junior Site Manager or Assistant Site Manager who will report to the Construction Manager on this prestigious commercial project. You will be supervising operatives and other subcontractor workers on site. Keeping track of progress and reporting any issues to the Construction Manager It comes from a trade background, either ceilings, carpentry, painting or decorating in a commercial environment. Have an SSSTS, or SMSTS CSCS First Aid Live local to Farnborough, Surrey. What you'll get in return Continuous long term work. Up to 40 hours of work on days Good rate of pay and overtime rates. 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. #
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
An Assistant Site Manager is required for a construction project in the Farnborough area. Your new company A refurbishment and fit out company is recruiting for an Assistant Site Manager on a 9'-12-month contract based in the Farnborough area. Your new role You will either be a Junior Site Manager or Assistant Site Manager who will report to the Construction Manager on this prestigious commercial project. You will be supervising operatives and other subcontractor workers on site. Keeping track of progress and reporting any issues to the Construction Manager It comes from a trade background, either ceilings, carpentry, painting or decorating in a commercial environment. Have an SSSTS, or SMSTS CSCS First Aid Live local to Farnborough, Surrey. What you'll get in return Continuous long term work. Up to 40 hours of work on days Good rate of pay and overtime rates. 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. #
Food and Beverage Assistant - Holiday Inn Farnborough - Farnborough 12.21 per hour, Occasional Worker Get paid for doing what you love, get loads of rewards and benefits and learn new skills whilst you earn. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team. As a Food and Beverage Assistant, you'll be at the heart of our guest experience, delivering exceptional service and ensuring our guests have a memorable dining experience. Are you passionate about hospitality and customer service? Do you take pride in providing top-notch service with a smile? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation and serving of food and beverages to guests in an efficient and pleasant manner. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the dining areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Provide excellent customer service by addressing guest inquiries and resolving complaints promptly and professionally. Support the Food and Beverage team in all operational duties, including setting up and clearing tables, restocking supplies, and assisting with inventory management. Assist in the coordination and execution of events and special functions. Ensure all areas are well-stocked and presented impeccably at all times. Desired Skills and Experience Previous experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry is desirable but not mandatory. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high standards. Flexible to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. BenefitsExclusive discounts for you, your friends and family Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just 30 Bed and Breakfast. Discounted stays for friends and family. 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars. Free meals while on duty, keeping you well-fuelled. Access to high-street discounts on a range of shops, experiences and more. Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme. Generous refer-a-friend bonuses, starting at 250. Caring for your health and wellbeing, both in and outside of work A calendar of wellness activities - from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, not forgetting our annual campaign. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice, 24/7, for you and your family, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just 5 per month. Supporting your hospitality career growth Fully funded apprenticeship programmes. Internal development programmes, designed to support you as you grow within your role. Monthly and annual team member service awards, making sure your achievements are recognised and celebrated. Join Our Team We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Across the UK, we currently operate 37 hotels across leading brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, voco, DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hotel Indigo, AC by Marriott and Courtyard by Marriott. We continue to have ambitious development and growth plans for 2025 and beyond.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Food and Beverage Assistant - Holiday Inn Farnborough - Farnborough 12.21 per hour, Occasional Worker Get paid for doing what you love, get loads of rewards and benefits and learn new skills whilst you earn. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team. As a Food and Beverage Assistant, you'll be at the heart of our guest experience, delivering exceptional service and ensuring our guests have a memorable dining experience. Are you passionate about hospitality and customer service? Do you take pride in providing top-notch service with a smile? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation and serving of food and beverages to guests in an efficient and pleasant manner. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the dining areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Provide excellent customer service by addressing guest inquiries and resolving complaints promptly and professionally. Support the Food and Beverage team in all operational duties, including setting up and clearing tables, restocking supplies, and assisting with inventory management. Assist in the coordination and execution of events and special functions. Ensure all areas are well-stocked and presented impeccably at all times. Desired Skills and Experience Previous experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry is desirable but not mandatory. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high standards. Flexible to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. BenefitsExclusive discounts for you, your friends and family Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just 30 Bed and Breakfast. Discounted stays for friends and family. 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars. Free meals while on duty, keeping you well-fuelled. Access to high-street discounts on a range of shops, experiences and more. Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme. Generous refer-a-friend bonuses, starting at 250. Caring for your health and wellbeing, both in and outside of work A calendar of wellness activities - from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, not forgetting our annual campaign. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice, 24/7, for you and your family, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just 5 per month. Supporting your hospitality career growth Fully funded apprenticeship programmes. Internal development programmes, designed to support you as you grow within your role. Monthly and annual team member service awards, making sure your achievements are recognised and celebrated. Join Our Team We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Across the UK, we currently operate 37 hotels across leading brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, voco, DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hotel Indigo, AC by Marriott and Courtyard by Marriott. We continue to have ambitious development and growth plans for 2025 and beyond.