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HR Officer Crewe 3 Month Contract - Hybrid 25.18 per hour Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a HR Officer on a 3 month contract, you?ll be required to provide a professional HR service to managers, employees, schools and support senior HR staff to implement local HR delivery plans and translate business needs into people solutions to drive continuous improvement and ensure that the people needs of the Council and Schools are met. The Role: Undertake all aspects of HR casework, including attending hearings (discipline, grievance, capability, etc) to advise managers and others to ensure good practice, legal requirements are met, and employees are managed in a fair and consistent way. Deliver the full range of specialist HR support to Schools and Services on all HR matters (including recruitment and selection, attendance management, redeployment, TUPE, dignity at work etc) so that policies and practices are implemented consistently. Provide professional advice to Schools and Services on all aspects of HR and the interpretation of policies, procedures, processes and practice, including terms of conditions of service, to ensure business needs are met and employees are managed in a fair and consistent way Requirements: Underpinning knowledge of HR policies, procedures and processes and related professional practices, employment law, case law, organisational design principles, local government conditions of service and pensions, ACAS standards etc Must have CIPD qualification Detailed knowledge of the full range of HR policies and procedures, including discipline, grievance, capability etc. Ability to attend hearings as professional representative Excellent understanding of Microsoft office applications Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

We are looking for an experienced Site manager to work on a refurbishment project at HMP Parkhurst for the main contractor over the next 15 months Working as part of the on this project which is on site with enabling works near complete running into the end of 2028 Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing and delivering the project and all site-based construction activities including: Long, mid and short-term programming of works; Design development with consultant design team; Management and mentoring of Assistant Site Manager; Ensuring company health and safety standards are planned, communicated, achieved and enforced; Review of method statements and risk assessments (RAMS); Organising deliveries of materials, logistics, waste management, etc; Quality control; Inspections and test plans; Ensuring works progress on programme; Regular end user liaison, working in daily contact with the school head and staff; Coordination meetings with trades and other managers; Reporting on progress against program; Issue resolution; Snagging and handover. About the Company/Client/Project: The contractor is the busy regional office of a larger main contractor group with roughly 75 million annual turnover, and a proven track record in the delivery of both large and medium sized new build and refurbishment schemes from 2m to 25 million in the industrial / commercial, and leisure sectors. The patch focus includes Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire with work secured through a mixture of negotiated schemes, frameworks and competitive tenders. Requirements: The successful candidate will be highly motivated, proactive, demonstrating excellent technical, organisational, man-management, communication and communication skills. Proven track record of work for a top twenty main contractor advantageous. Previous experience of working within a MOJ enviroment or any live operating building would be advantageous, as this project is in the grounds of a live Prison

IT Manager Location: Northolt, West London Salary: £40,000 - £44,000 We are currently seeking an experienced IT Manager to support a school environment in West London. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, maintaining and improving the school's ICT infrastructure, ensuring systems are secure, reliable and effective for both teaching and administrative use. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to support day-to-day IT operations, deliver infrastructure projects and provide technical guidance across the school. Key responsibilities: Managing the school's network infrastructure and ICT systems Maintaining switches, servers, Microsoft 365, backups and core systems Providing 2nd/3rd line support Supporting staff with technical advice and training Managing IT requests and ensuring issues are resolved efficiently Line managing ICT support staff Producing regular service updates and reports Ensuring systems are compliant with school policies Supporting IT improvement projects The ideal candidate will have: 2-3+ years' experience as an IT Manager, Network Manager or Senior ICT Consultant within a school environment Strong knowledge of school IT systems and infrastructure Experience upgrading or improving school networks Excellent communication and customer service skills A proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team This is a full-time, year-round position. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Benefits include: Salary sacrifice pension scheme Wellbeing and benefits hub Electric/hybrid car leasing scheme Cycle and e-bike scheme Eye care vouchers Employee assistance programme Employee recognition platform Online retail discounts Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Recruitment/HR Co-ordinator - Early Careers This is a contingent worker / contractor role, paid hourly for a period of 12 months. Location: Stevenage Dynamic (hybrid) working: You will be onsite roughly twice per week or as needed by the business with the remaining time working from home. Security Clearance: Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. The opportunity: We are looking for a pragmatic motivated recruitment co-ordinator to support the delivery of our Early Careers Programmes (Graduates, Apprentices, Undergraduates & Summer placements). This is an exciting fast-paced environment involving a broad range of activities, from recruitment to offering general HR advice & guidance to candidates. What will you be doing? You will have a brilliant opportunity to play a key role in supporting the UK Early Careers Programme (ECP) recruitment strategy and in line with the overall business requirements. This will include; Advertising job requisitions Supporting HR advisors in the role review and supporting hiring managers and Early Careers Recruitment internal with uploading requisitions onto internal recruitment/HR platform (Workday/OneHR) Assessment Centre (AC) Support (assessment centres take place between November through to April) Create outlook invites for each assessment centre and cascade to the relevant hiring teams/departments. Liaise with departments to ensure Technical Questions are updated and ready for use for their respective assessment centres. Liaise with department leads and ensure sufficient assessor support for each departments Assessment Centres Create Assessment Centres timetable within AC platform (for both AC training sessions & official AC's) Run Workday/OneHR reports to support candidates moving through application process. Make calls/email to action what is required Invite selected candidates through Workday/OneHR and the AC platform Ensure candidates with reasonable adjustments have had their timetables adjusted and are aware of the adjustments in place via a phone call/email. Respond and support Candidate queries and questions Track and monitor each assessment day you are responsible for "coordinating" incl. invited candidates/ Assessor & ECP support / outstanding actions: Use and update Assessment plan/action spreadsheet Chase candidates via a phone call, where no response has been received Chase and ensure all assessors have accepted invites and are "trained". (Both Outlook & AC platform) Remove withdrawn candidates & invite reserve replacements (both on OneHR and AC platform) Update departments where candidate changes have been made Arrange one off interviews for departments where required Support candidates/assessors with technical issues Support Early Careers Recruitment team with issues/queries throughout AC. Lead a candidate groups welcome and icebreaker session Lead a candidate groups Team Meeting- record & upload to internal transfer file for assessors. Set up recruiter & assessor Skype chat - sharing updates/reminders throughout the assessment day. Post Assessment Centres and on-boarding support Rebook absent candidates onto the next available AC day (where required) Respond to candidate queries, calling candidates where possible. Completing UG Health & Safety forms for placement approval by University Distribute and collate candidate on-boarding survey responses. Coordinate Pre-Join events (all sites) including venue booking & support and distribute candidate communications and joining instructions Liaise with the departments to organise site/department tours, parking, PIT passes, Technical coordinator (TC) meeting, IT collection etc (Act as support not lead) Recruitment/Attraction Support (may occasionally include the following) Organising and supporting career fairs and school, college and university led events (once booked) - possible future attendance and developing relationships Collate and distribute survey responses for those candidates who decline offers Action risk assessments and purchase orders (where required) Supporting branding and imagery when developing employer profiles on university hubs Liaising with internal outreach teams including the collation and sharing of event guidelines and instructions Support Recruitment Advisor with the creation and sharing of content across website, Job boards, External & Internal partners What we are looking for from you: Previous experience and understanding of recruitment within a busy recruitment/HR function. Experience using HR / Recruitment systems Exposure to early careers recruitment preferred Ability to work at pace, under pressure and across all levels of the organisation Drive and dedication to succeed coupled with an enthusiasm for early careers recruitment and willing to do whatever is required. Excellent organisation and planning skills Ability to multi-task with a range of relatively complex support activities Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision and manage and create own workload Numerate with strong problem solving, analytical and reporting skills Patience and courtesy to provide an initial contact point for HR queries (Early Careers) Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Monitor and prioritise workflow to achieve deadlines. Be a self-starter and motivated to execute this role to an excellent standard To have a pro-active approach and flexibility to support team and colleagues where needed Excellent PC skills - MS Office, SAP, Recruitment systems experience desirable What 's in it for you? This role will give you the autonomy to support and develop a clear recruitment plan through utilising strong networks both within MBDA as well as within industry delivering current best practice (in line with overall strategy). The breadth of the role means that no one day is the same, so it's essential to be flexible and adaptable to whatever comes your way. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Role: Solution Architect Industry: IT Managed Services Sector: Education Salary: up to £80,000 depending on experience e Location: South of England / London I'm working with a well-established, fast-growing MSP that specialises in delivering IT services into the education sector - some of the UK's most recognised independent schools, colleges and academies. They're expanding their technical leadership team and looking for a Solution Architect to own the design of complex IT projects across their client base. If you love the design side of the job - the part where you take a messy brief, walk a site, talk to the people who'll actually use it, and turn it into a design that's elegant on paper and bulletproof in delivery - this is the one. What you'll be doing Owning the technical design of complex infrastructure, cloud, network and security projects. Producing High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) that engineering teams can build to with confidence. Partnering with Account Managers and Project Managers on scoping, proposals, and statements of work. Acting as the technical authority in client meetings - building trust with IT Directors, Bursars and Heads. Providing design governance and mentoring Project Engineers as they grow. Building out reusable reference architectures and education-sector design standards. What we're looking for A proven Solution Architect, Principal Engineer or senior Project Engineer with real HLD/LLD experience. MSP background strongly preferred - you understand the rhythm of project-led delivery across multiple clients. Deep Microsoft stack: M365, Azure, Entra ID, Intune, Windows Server, AD, Exchange. Strong virtualisation (Hyper-V / VMware) and networking (VLANs, firewalls, wireless). Solid grounding in cyber security, backup, and BC/DR design. Excellent technical writing - your documents are the deliverable. Education-sector experience is a real plus, but strong MSP architects from complex multi-site SME environments will absolutely be considered. Why this one Part of a larger group - 200+ technologists across multiple UK and Ireland offices. Microsoft Solutions Partner with strong vendor relationships. 15+ years specialising in education - working with the country's most respected schools. Growing fast, investing heavily, and genuinely people-first. Hybrid working, real progression, and a culture where good work gets recognised. Interested? Drop me a DM or send your CV across for a confidential chat - happy to share more detail on the business once we're talking.

Database Manager 35,000 pro rata salary Term Time + Key Results Periods 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday Be the systems expert at the heart of a leading independent school. We are resourcing for a skilled, proactive and highly organised Database Manager to take ownership of Management Information System (iSAMS) and associated data platforms. This is a rare opportunity to step into a broad, high-impact role that sits at the centre of both IT operations and educational delivery. You will ensure the smooth running of the school's key academic and operational systems, supporting staff, students, parents and senior leaders across the whole organisation. If you enjoy solving problems, improving processes, working with data and becoming the trusted "go-to" expert for systems, we would like to hear from you. The Role Reporting across operational and academic functions, you will manage and develop multiple school-wide systems, with responsibility for data accuracy, reporting, examinations support, timetabling processes, parent-facing systems and platform integrations. This is a hands-on role combining technical systems management, stakeholder support and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities MIS & Systems Management Lead the day-to-day management, maintenance and optimisation of iSAMS and connected platforms Ensure system integrity, performance, security and usability Manage user permissions, access controls and documentation Support integrations with third-party systems including School Cloud, CPOMS, SOCS and other school platforms Oversee year-end rollover processes, timetable imports and annual setup cycles Data, Reporting & Analysis Maintain accurate and secure school-wide data records Produce reports and dashboards for Senior Leadership, Governors and Heads of Department using SQL and SSRS Support assessment cycles, academic reporting and parent communications Manage data imports including admissions, attainment and examination data Complete statutory returns including School Census requirements Examinations & Academic Operations Manage examination entries, results imports and release-day processes for GCSE and A Level results Support timetabling imports and curriculum scheduling cycles Assist with exam venue setup, concessions data and student results processing Parent & Staff Support Manage parent portal access and parent-facing systems Set up and support Parents' Evening booking systems Provide training, guidance and troubleshooting for staff and parents Act as a key point of contact for systems queries across the school Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve efficiency Reduce duplication across systems and improve data consistency Support future enhancements and smarter use of digital platforms About You Candidates whose experience is from within schools, higher education, IT systems, healthcare or other complex data-driven environments, will be reviewed favourably. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience managing SQL databases, SSRS and reporting tools Experience administering MIS, ERP or other business-critical database systems Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Excellent communication skills with confidence supporting non-technical users A calm, dependable approach under pressure, especially during key reporting or results periods Ability to work independently and take ownership of critical systems Desirable Experience with iSAMS or another school MIS Education sector experience (independent or state sector) Knowledge of DfE Census or education reporting cycles API integration or SharePoint experience New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

Position: 2nd Line Engineer Location: Abingdon Salary: 35- 40K Our client is a fast-growing ICT Services & Solutions provider for businesses and schools across the South of England. This is the ideal role for an individual with live experience in providing IT support and project delivery within an MSP environment or as a member of an internal IT support team looking for their next step. You should be passionate about providing exemplary customer service. Main responsibilities: To manage all incidents and customer requests from receipt to resolution and closure Provide level 2 server, network and desktop technical support, diagnosing customer issues and providing a high level of first time fix Supporting the implementation of cloud solutions Incident and problem management - taking over from 1st line engineers where escalation is required Provide exceptional service support to internal and external customers To ensure service level agreement standards are met To promptly complete any admin paperwork and documentation Keep accurate records of all site information using IT Service Management tools Promote best practices and adhere to change control process Knowledge/experience required: Experience in a service delivery environment Working knowledge and practical experience of cloud migration, MS Endpoint Manager, Azure AD, Sharepoint and Google Workspace Proven experience of delivering to SLAs Proven experience in excellent customer service Demonstrated understanding of technical troubleshooting and fault finding You must have a full UK driving licence and own a vehicle for this position. Employment will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check. Why work for us Our client prides themselves on developing individuals to reach their full potential. We are committed to pairing the right roles with the right people and to developing people's strengths whilst continuously encouraging thinking outside the box. As a part of the group here you will be working with and learning from a team of experts with a true passion for what they do and a real drive for staying at the forefront of tech innovation. Some highlights of working for our client include: Friendly team Personalised training platform Skills assessment and personalised progression plans Microsoft Gold Partner and Google Partner Microsoft and Google training courses, accreditations and exams One-to-One training Company healthcare available Purchase discounts Social & team building activities INDIT Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Your new company This is your opportunity to join West Sussex County Council in a pivotal role where your expertise will help shape the future of our pension provision for thousands of employees across the Council and schools. Do you have expert knowledge of pension regulations, practices and procedure, particularly within Local Authority schemes or Public Sector? Are you ready to shape policy, influence key decisions and make a genuine difference? Your new role As their Pensions Consultant, you'll be the subject-matter expert across the County Council where you'll take ownership of pension policy, ensuring compliance, driving best practice, and supporting robust decision-making across the organisation. You will be a Pensions subject-matter expert across four major pension schemes. Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Fire Pension Schemes NHS Pension Scheme Teachers' Pension Scheme About the Role This is a high-impact, specialist role within the HR Policy and Pensions Team. You will: Lead the development and review of pension-related employment policy and decisions Provide expert advice on complex pension matters, including legislation, regulation and case law Ensure pension decisions, disputes and queries are handled compliantly and consistently Influence and guide senior stakeholders to make informed, risk-aware decisions Monitor national changes and best practice, ensuring WSCC remains compliant and forward-thinking Support projects with pension implications (e.g. TUPE, auto-enrolment, policy change) Build strong partnerships with HR, Payroll, schools and external stakeholders You will play a key role in ensuring the Council fulfils its responsibilities as an employer while delivering high-quality outcomes for scheme members What you'll need to succeed We're seeking a confident and knowledgeable pensions professional who can challenge, influence and deliver. Evidenced ability to develop and maintain detailed knowledge of relevant pension regulations, practices, and procedures for local government with expertise in one or more of schemes such as the LGPS, Fire Schemes, the NHS Pension Scheme and the Teachers' Pension Scheme Experience developing pension-related employment policy and practice Ability to provide timely, sound and accurate advice and guidance direct to managers. The confidence to constructively challenge and drive continuous improvement Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills The ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively Post Graduate Diploma in the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and/or Institute of Payroll and Pensions Management (IPPM) qualified or equivalent HR/Pension related qualification or depth of experience. Chartered Member of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, Institute of Payroll and Pensions Management or equivalent, and/or evidence of continuous professional development. Evidenced ability to develop and maintain detailed knowledge of relevant pension regulations, practices, and procedures for local government with expertise in one or more of the schemes such as the LGPS, Fire Schemes, the NHS Pension Scheme and the Teachers' Pension Scheme. Strong analytical skills with demonstrable experience of considering complex issues, including legislation and case law, in developing and implementing solutions to meet the needs of the organisation. What you'll get in return At West Sussex County Council, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to supporting your development and offering a rewarding and flexible working environment. A generous Local Government Pension Scheme 30 days annual leave (plus option to buy more) Flexible and hybrid working options Excellent family-friendly policies Access to extensive learning, development, coaching and mentoring Employee discounts platform - save over 1,000 per year Health and wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme Join West Sussex County Council and Make a Differen ce This is more than a technical role; it's a chance to influence policy, support the workforce, and ensure best practice across vital pension schemes that impact thousands of lives. If you're ready to take the next step in your pensions career and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you. 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)

About this Role: Ambitious/experienced Design Manager required by the Winchester office of this busy Southern Regional contractor to take the lead and manage the design process for 2-2 projects in the Hampshire/Sussex areas. Current workload includes projects in the healthcare, local authority, leisure and small commercial refurbishment sectors ranging 3m to 15m in value. Reporting to the Area Manager and working closely with the relevant Contracts Manager and Project Managers, you will manage the design development and input to the buildability aspects of schemes typically through second stage preconstruction and throughout the construction phase on site. Duties will include: Management of the design development for projects; Appointment and management of consultant design team; Chairing regular design team meetings; Regular liaison with key clients and stakeholder, trusts and end users Engagement with and managing specialist sub-contractor design teams; Agreement of information required schedule; Ensuring key dates achieved; Dealing with local authorities to achieve planning permissions; Review of construction design information for buildability, compliance with contractors proposals, employers requirements, budget, current building legislation, etc; Identifying opportunities for value engineering where appropriate; Proactive issue resolution; Overall managing the smooth and timely delivery of detailed design information for procurement and construction throughout the preconstruction and build process. About the Company/Client/Project: The company is the busy Regional office of a larger main contractor with several other offices in the South. They have experience and a proven track record in the delivery of new build and refurbishment schemes in retirement living, primary school education, private education, healthcare, leisure, commercial offices, local authority, etc in the Hampshire and Sussex areas. Turnover is circa 25m for the office which is located in Winchester with easy access to the M27 and M3. There is a good pipeline of work for the next 2 years and mid to long-term aspiration to grow turnover to the 40m mark. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: Either from an Engineering/Construction delivery or Architectural background, you will possess excellent technical and commercial knowledge, a keen understanding of construction methodology, materials and systems, procurement lead in times, etc. You will have excellent communication and negotiations skills, strong planning and problem solving ability, initiative and a positive approach. In terms of character, you will be a hard-working, positive and proactive individual able to work well within a team dynamic. You will ideally have a proven track record of successful project delivery with a recognised Main Contractor in a Design Coordination / Design Management role. High standards, attention to detail and the drive to deliver on programme, specification and budget will be very well rewarded with excellent salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects. For more information on this contract please contact Martin Olney at Fawkes & Reece

Business Development Manager (Building Services) Location: Cambridgeshire Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 DOE + Bonus/Commission + Company Benefits Our client is a well-established and highly respected Building Services contractor with a strong reputation across both the domestic and commercial sectors. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are looking to appoint a Business Development Manager to drive new business opportunities across Cambridgeshire and the surrounding areas. This is a newly created position, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future direction of the business. The focus of the role will be securing new small works and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) contracts, developing long-term client relationships, and identifying opportunities across a wide range of sectors. Key Responsibilities Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities for small works and PPM contracts. Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing clients. Generate leads and develop a robust pipeline of opportunities. Attend client meetings, networking events, and industry functions. Work closely with operational and technical teams to ensure successful project delivery. Prepare proposals, quotations, and tender submissions where required. Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities. Target Sectors Opportunities will include, but are not limited to: Schools and Educational Facilities Hospitals and Healthcare Environments Commercial Offices Industrial and Manufacturing Facilities Local Authority and Public Sector Buildings Retail Premises Leisure and Hospitality Venues Warehousing and Distribution Centres Residential Property Portfolios Housing Associations Care Homes Universities and Colleges Data Centres Blue-Chip Corporate Facilities Pharmaceutical Facilities Laboratories and Research Centres Agricultural and Food Production Sites Candidate Requirements Proven track record in a Business Development, Sales, Account Management, or Technical role within the Mechanical Building Services sector. Strong understanding of mechanical services within the construction industry. Demonstrable success in winning new business and developing client relationships. Commercially aware with excellent communication and negotiation skills. Self-motivated, driven, and capable of working independently. Full UK Driving Licence. Must be based within, or have strong knowledge of, the Cambridgeshire area. What's on Offer? Basic salary of £50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience and track record. Attractive bonus and commission structure. Opportunity to shape a newly created role. Genuine career progression with a growing and reputable business. Supportive leadership team and long-term career prospects. Important Information Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, applications requiring visa sponsorship, either now or in the future, cannot be considered. Our client is open-minded regarding background and experience; the key factor is a proven track record within mechanical building services and the ability to generate and convert new business opportunities. If you would like to discuss you application, please contact Harry Severn - (url removed)

Gardener Location: Godalming,Surrey Salary : £26,450 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, full time all-year round role Close Date: Friday 26 June 2026 To undertake the day-to-day maintenance of gardens and amenity areas, in line with the maintenance plan and to ensure high standards are achieved. Our stunning grounds covering 250 acres includes ornamental lawns, sports pitches, mixed shrub and herbaceous borders, walled old headmasters garden, formal David Austin rose garden and plant nursery all surrounded by beautiful woodland. The gardening department grow most of the plants found around the site from seeds and cuttings collected from the grounds in a purpose-built plant nursery comprising of 6 glasshouses and a large tropical greenhouse. This facility offers the chance to get involved with the whole plant propagation process and seeing 8 the plants develop to reaching full maturity out on site. As well as growing our own plants we also offer plants for sale to the whole Charterhouse community. The old headmasters garden features a large herbaceous border planted in the style of the local famous garden designer Gertrude Jekyll as well as a summer house designed by Edwin Lutyens famous for designing the Cenotaph war memorial in London. There also 2 large historical borders planted in cottage garden style made famous by the practical gardener and journalist William Robinson. Overall Purpose and Responsibilities To undertake routine preparation and maintenance of gardens and amenity areas, using sound horticultural practices to ensure the grounds and highly presentable at all times. To undertake a wide range of manual horticultural operations, of a physical nature, to include plant selection, propagation, cultivation, planting and nursery work. To operate a range of modern turf machinery, ensuring vehicles and equipment used by yourself and others are regularly maintained, in accordance with routine operating requirements. To operate a range of powered hand tools such as strimmers, hedge cutters and lawn mowers. To safely move material and plants around the estate. To undertake a range of horticultural operations such as spreading of fertilisers (granular or liquid) and weed control. To maintain hedges around the estate. In autumn/winter ensure leaves are cleared and disposed of. To clear snow and apply salt in icy conditions during the winter months. To undertake a range of tree and woodland maintenance operations. To maintain and repair boundary and internal fencing as and when required. General Duties To be able to communicate effectively with school management, pupils and general public with tact, diplomacy and patience. To inform the line manager when products and materials are low for ordering. To be able to work in a team or on your own depending on the tasks in hand. Additional Duties To demonstrate awareness of health and safety for the individual and all others, and to have a sound knowledge of appropriate PUWER and LOLER procedures. To ensure the safe use, storage, calibration and disposal of pesticides and other similar substances (COSHH regulations). To ensure work area is kept clean, tidy and secure at all times. To maintain an accurate log of HAV s usage. To carry out machinery risk assessment as per procedures in place (e.g. chainsaw risk assessment). To keep up to date knowledge of Health & Safety legislation. To attend any mandatory training as and when required. Relevant Experience/Knowledge & Technical Competencies Essential: A can-do attitude and a readiness to work. Desirable: Previous experience of working in a commercial gardening capacity. Hold a recognised qualification. Basic Health and Safety training. Previous experience of working within a school or college. Previous experience of working in a horticultural environment. Some knowledge and a genuine interest in herbaceous plants, shrubs, basic pruning techniques, and the ability to identify weeds. Qualifications Desirable: Qualifications and/or training in the use of powered machinery, COSHH, manual handling although training can be given in these areas if required. Spraying qualification Pa1 and Pa6. Good standard of education, numeracy and literacy. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Charterhouse School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

About this Role: Reporting to the Area Manager and working alongside two other Contracts Managers, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of 2-3 projects typically from input to tender and second stage preconstruction, then throughout construction phase to handover through your construction teams. Duties include: client liaison, input to tender and preconstruction, programming of work, input to design development, input to buildability, management of your project site teams, ensuring company standards for health and safety and quality assurance, staffing, forecasting, coordination and progress meetings, internal reporting on progress, issue resolution, and supporting your project teams to achieve successful delivery on programme, budget and quality. About the Company/Client/Project: This opportunity is with the regional office of this larger national contractor group and has a turnover in the region of 25-30m annually. The scope of works includes education - schools and colleges, sports and leisure, healthcare, local authority, commercial, etc. This is relatively new regional office building a positive reputation in the South Coast area. Workload is secured on a mixture of national and regional frameworks and competitive tenders. Projects will range from 3m- 15m on average; The patch is Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey and Sussex - the main focus of this role will be the South Coast / Hampshire. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: Ideally from a Tier 1 or 2 main contractor background, you will have extensive practical experience of managing new build and refurbishment design and build projects for a main contractor. You will have ideally progressed up through the Site Manager / Project Manager route with a successful track record. An experienced Senior / Project Manager looking to make the next step will also be considered for this, especially if you have had multi-site experience. You will possess excellent contractual, commercial and technical construction knowledge, with the ability to plan, programme and drive the construction of projects through your site teams, whilst maintaining positive client relationships throughout. High standards, attention to detail and the drive to deliver the work on time, spec and budget will be well rewarded with competitive salary and package. Fantastic career opportunity to join this growing regional business unit of a well-respected and established contractor group. Please contact Martin Olney on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK

Role: Contract Manager Location: Central London Salary: 65k-70k + Car Allowance Working Pattern: Hybrid We are working with a leading facilities management company seeking a highly capable Contract Manager to lead the delivery of a high-profile TFM London Schools contract, ensuring the provision of a first-class facilities management service. Job Overview This role will act as the primary contract representative to the customer, taking full responsibility for service delivery across both hard and soft FM services. The successful candidate will ensure consistently high standards of operational performance, compliance, and customer satisfaction across the contract. Reporting into the Key Account Director, the Contract Manager will be accountable for operational delivery, team leadership, financial performance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires a strong relationship-builder who can engage effectively with key stakeholders while driving service excellence and contract performance. The contract has a significant soft services element, with cleaning representing the largest service line. As such, candidates must demonstrate experience managing cleaning operations alongside a solid understanding of technical FM delivery, including planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) and engineering compliance. Key Responsibilities Ensure the efficient and effective management of integrated facilities operations across four sites, including planned and reactive maintenance of buildings, engineering systems, and assets. Lead the delivery of cleaning and other soft FM services in line with agreed standards and service level agreements. Act as the primary point of contact for the customer, building strong and lasting stakeholder relationships. Oversee the performance of onsite operational teams, including Cleaning Managers and Operations Managers. Ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation and promote a positive safety culture across the contract. Monitor the delivery of PPMs, statutory compliance activities, and technical service standards. Maintain accurate operational records, reporting, and documentation relating to maintenance activities and safe systems of work. Manage contract budgets, financial targets, and service level agreements in a commercially responsible manner. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery, customer satisfaction, and contract performance. Manage customer queries, escalations, and complaints, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Person Specification Proven experience in a Contract Manager, Key Account Manager, or similar facilities management leadership role. Strong experience delivering services within a TFM environment. Demonstrable experience managing large-scale cleaning operations and wider soft FM services. Good technical understanding of engineering services, asset management, PPMs, and statutory compliance. Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multi-site operations and drive high performance. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Commercially aware, with experience managing budgets, KPIs, and contractual performance. Strong knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, and industry standards. Service-focused approach with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer outcomes.

Job Title: Material Handler II Location: Glasgow (211 Maclellan Street) - 100% Onsite Pay Rate: 13.86 per hour (Salary Equivalent: 27,027 per annum) Shift Pattern: Days: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 (37.5 hours per week) Contract Type: 6-Month Temporary Contract (Replacement Requirement) Desired Start Date: ASAP Position Objective Working within a collaborative, team-based environment, you will perform essential material handling duties inside a fast-paced warehouse hub. Your primary focus will be picking and packing customer orders to meet tight daily deadlines, ensuring all shipments are executed right first time and dispatched on time. Key Responsibilities SOP & GMP Compliance: Perform daily warehouse, distribution, and logistics duties in strict accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Warehouse Equipment Operation: Safely operate critical industrial machinery, including Counterbalance and Reach trucks, to manage stock movement. Digital Inventory Control: Utilize internal PC software packages to handle day-to-day picking, packing, logging, and shipping of customer orders. Regulatory Record-Keeping: Maintain comprehensive and highly accurate records to satisfy quality assurance, regulatory audits, and operational standards. Continuous Improvement: Fully engage with site productivity initiatives, including the Practical Process Improvement (PPI) program and 5S workplace organizational methodologies. Quality Assurance: Execute routine in-process quality checks, ensure housekeeping standards are consistently met, and adapt swiftly to evolving processes. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Cold Chain Environments: Comfortable working inside cold rooms (+4 C) and deep freezers (-20 C) for extended periods. Physical Stamina: Ability to perform tasks of a highly repetitive nature, including standing, walking, reaching, and lifting heavy inventory up to 25KG. PPE Standards: Full personal protective equipment (PPE) is supplied onsite. Candidates or suppliers must provide their own safety boots. Qualifications & Experience Minimum Requirements: Education: Secondary school education or equivalent. Experience: Minimum 1 year of proven work experience within a distribution center, busy warehouse, or supply chain environment. Technical Skills: Computer literate with the ability to learn internal inventory databases. Core Competencies: Excellent written and spoken English, a strong commitment to health and safety protocols, and vital attention to detail. Preferred Attributes: Valid license and experience operating powered industrial trucks (forklifts/order pickers). Hiring Process Background Check: Standard background screening required. Interview Stage: 1x 30-minute onsite competency interview with the hiring manager. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes 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 sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

We are seeking an organised, professional, and approachable School Secretary to join our busy school office team. This is a key front-facing role, providing exceptional administrative and reception support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, and visitors and will play an important role in supporting the wider administrative functions of the school. As School Secretary, you will provide efficient reception and administrative support across a wide range of school operations, including attendance administration, pupil welfare, examinations support, communications, and general office management. This is a varied and fast-paced role suited to someone who is calm under pressure, highly organised, and able to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and discretion. Key Responsibilities Reception and Front Office: Act as the main point of contact for visitors, staff, parents, and pupils Answer and direct telephone calls promptly and professionally Manage visitor sign-in procedures and safeguarding protocols Escalate calls and queries to the Office Manager where appropriate Attendance Administration: Maintain accurate pupil attendance records Monitor attendance throughout the school day Follow up on missing registers with teaching staff Contact parents regarding pupil absences when required Sign pupils in and out during the school day Keeping databases, address lists, and pupil records up to date Student Welfare: Support pupils who feel unwell and ensure appropriate procedures are followed Provide front office cover for the School Nurse when required Ensure pupils leaving school due to illness are signed out correctly School Administration: Send school communications and letters (including Trips and Sixth Form as needed) via iSAMS Maintain confidential pupil records and filing systems Support school events and administrative projects Create locker labels and tuck cards for new pupils Liaise with parents regarding emergency contact and medical information Liaise with IT regarding technical support requirements Examinations Support: Assist the examinations team with exam processing and certificates Maintain accurate records for examination documentation and distribution Office Organisation: Process incoming and outgoing post Manage staff pigeonholes Book taxis for staff members Sixth Form Responsibilities: Support the Sixth Form front desk daily between 10:45am and 12:45pm, undertaking duties including, but not limited to, the following: Supporting the Sixth Form Manager and carrying out day-to-day tasks as directed Completing visitors' forms for the speaker programme and Sixth Form events Supporting the compilation of the Sixth Form Notices and Futures Newsletter Additional Responsibilities: Support Duke of Edinburgh administration Undertake Fire Marshal duties Carry out administrative and research tasks during school holiday periods as directed by the Head Support the Sixth form front desk daily during the hours of 10:45-12:45pm Compliance with Health & Safety responsibilities Participation in appraisal and professional development/training Flexibility to adapt to changing school needs and duties The successful candidate will have: Excellent organisational and administrative skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills A professional and welcoming manner The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment High levels of accuracy and attention to detail Confidence using Microsoft Office Experience in school management systems such as iSAMS is desirable A commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page. Closing date for applications: 8:00am on Monday 15th June 2026. First stage online interviews will take place w/c Monday 15th June 2026. Final stage interviews will take place w/c Monday 22nd June 2026. Applications will be considered as they are received. The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage. Francis Holland School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment and adhere to the school's safeguarding policies and procedures. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

Are you a Network Manager, Senior IT Technician or Senior ICT Technician individual working within schools? Are you looking to take the next step in your career into an IT Manager position? Here you ll be joining a fast-growing organisation who supply outsourced IT services to the education sector. You will be working within a school and will be responsible for overseeing the management, installation, maintenance, availability and security of the curriculum and administrative ICT network, including the hardware and software infrastructure of the school s ICT network. Role: IT Manager aka IT Network Manager, Senior ICT Technician, School IT Support, Network ICT Manager, ICT Manager Salary: £40k - £44k base plus great benefits Location: Northolt, West London You will be responsible for managing school ICT support contracts, technical support, emergency cover etc. You will be able to demonstrate your background as a Senior ICT Technician within schools and will need a good working knowledge of maintaining ICT hardware and software as well as working knowledge of maintaining networks. If you thrive delivering consultative support at 2nd/3rd line level, then this is the perfect role for you. In return, you will enjoy career growth within a close-knit, friendly company who will invest in your personal development and training. What will you bring to the table? Ideally you will have experience working in a school/education environment . You ll have knowledge of switches, virtual and physical server environments and backups. Above all, you ll be friendly and versatile with the ability to communicate on all levels. We re looking for specific technical experience with the likes of Windows Server, AD, Hyper-V and cloud technologies such as Office 365/Azure. Ideally experience of upgrading a school IT System Like the sound of this? Apply now to find out more!

We are looking for a design coordinator or design Manager to work for this busy main contractor to work on a new build MOJ project in Wiltshire on site in the next few weeks as part of a multi phase scheme over the next few years . The scope of works for this contractor typically includes, commercial offices, industrial buildings, leisure centres, care and retirement homes, ranging in value from 15m to 100m. Reporting to the Senior Design Manager and working with the preconstruction and construction teams you will manage information flow for the scheme through preconstruction and through to the construction phase on site; Thereafter you will be based between office, home and on site to suit the needs of the projects. Duties will include: Management of the design development for packages of works; Chairing regular design team meetings; Management of consultant design team; Regular liaison with client, architect, consultants and the construction teams; Managing specialist sub-contractor design teams; Agreement of information required schedule; Ensuring key dates achieved; Dealing with local authorities to achieve planning permissions; Review of construction design information for build-ability, compliance with contractors proposals, employers requirements, budget, current building legislation, etc; Identifying opportunities for value engineering opportunities where appropriate; Proactive issue resolution; Overall managing the smooth and timely delivery of detailed design information for procurement and construction throughout the preconstruction and build process. About the Company/Client/Project: The company is a respected National main contractor with an annual turnover of circa 1.2 billion , part of a larger main contracting group, with experience and a proven track record in the delivery of new build and refurbishment schemes in commercial office, industrial buildings, Schools , Prions , leisure centres, care homes, across the uk . Requirements including certificates and qualifications: Either from an Engineering/Construction delivery or Architectural background, you will possess excellent technical and commercial knowledge, a keen understanding of construction methodology, materials and systems, procurement lead in times, etc. You will have excellent communication and negotiations skills, strong planning and problem solving ability, initiative and a positive approach. In terms of character, you will be a highly driven, positive and ambitious individual able to work well within a large team dynamic. You will ideally have a proven track record of successful project delivery with a recognised Main Contractor in a Design Coordination / Design Management role, or as a Site Manager looking to make the move into Design Management. applicants with previous MOJ or government frame work / Major project experience will be particularly welcome to apply High standards, attention to detail and the drive to deliver on programme, specification and budget will be very well rewarded with excellent salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects. For more information on this contract please contact Bill Pugh on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)

About this Role: An opportunity has arisen for a Lead Building Services Manager to join the project team working with this national main contractor on a number of schemes in Oxfordshire The role is to manage the MEP delivery for the region - This will include input to preconstruction, managing the MEP consultants through second stage design delivery, review and develop full scope of works, input to procurement of MEP sub-contractors, programming of works, management of site based installation including logistics, safety, quality and commissioning stages to handover. You will be responsible for all MEP services installation for various schemes, from preconstruction stages including input to tenders, attending client tender interviews and second stage design development, including review of design specifications, value engineering and clash detection, selection of sub-contractors, input to procurement, programming of works, technical support during the installation on site, QA, issue resolution, commissioning, handover and defects period. About the Company/Client/Project: The main contractor is a leading tier 2 main contractor, with experience and a proven track record in the delivery of new build and refurbishment schemes in the healthcare sector, plus education - schools and universities, local authority, leisure, student accommodation, defence, retirement and commercial sectors. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: Ideally from a Project Engineer / Project Manager / Contracts Manager background with an M&E sub-contractor, and with experience in the role as BSM for a Main Contractor, you will possess excellent technical knowledge, commercial and contractual awareness, communication and negotiation skills, strong planning and problem solving ability, initiative and a positive approach. In terms of character, you will be a driven, positive team player, ambitious and determined, resourceful and able to perform well under pressure. High standards, attention to detail and the drive will be very well rewarded with excellent salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects. For more information on this contract please contact Harry Millis on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)

Deputy Director of IT Location: Cambridge Salary : £65,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. Vacancy Type: Full Time, Permanent The Perse School has a rare opportunity for an experienced IT professional to play a key role in the strategic development of technology across the School as Deputy Director of IT. This newly enhanced leadership role offers the chance to play a pivotal part in shaping and delivering technology services across our thriving community. Working closely with the Director of IT, you will help drive the School's technology strategy while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day delivery of IT services, infrastructure, cyber security and digital innovation. Leading a skilled IT team, you will oversee operational excellence across our three Cambridge-based schools, ensuring that technology continues to support outstanding teaching, learning and business operations. You will contribute to major projects, champion service improvement, strengthen cyber resilience and help evaluate emerging technologies, including the safe and effective use of artificial intelligence within education. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong and collaborative leader who enjoys working across all levels of an organisation, from strategic planning and project delivery to supporting colleagues and end users. The Perse School Cambridge is one of the country s leading independent co-educational day schools for children aged 3-18. Our aim is to be a leading employer of choice. This means we strive to be a school where staff say they are proud and excited to work, and feel valued, respected and motivated. We are committed to providing a very competitive salary and benefits scheme at the same time as offering a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development. We want our staff to feel engaged and purposeful so that they, in turn, help pupils to be happy and successful. Job Purpose To support the Director of IT in the strategic leadership, operational management and development of IT services across the Perse School. The Deputy Director of IT s role will include: Lead day-to-day IT operations across the three schools Deputise for the Director of IT when required Provide senior technical and managerial leadership to the IT team Drive service excellence, technical standards, cyber resilience and continuous improvement The role combines operational leadership, senior technical oversight, hands-on involvement in the delivery and support of IT services, and an increasing strategic contribution to the development of technology across the School. In the absence of the Director of IT, the Deputy Director of IT will assume responsibility for the operational leadership of the department, when required, representation at relevant internal meetings, including the Senior Bursary Team and the Executive Leadership Team meetings and urgent strategic and security decision making To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Perse School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. Closing date: Friday 19th June at midday but applications will be considered as they are received; The Perse School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date. Safer Recruitment The Perse School recognises that an important element in safeguarding our pupils is a robust recruitment process that incorporates measures to deter, reject or identify people who might abuse children, or who are otherwise unsuited to work with them. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations).All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amounts to regulated activity. This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates suitability to work with children.