3rd Line IT Support Engineer Permanent, Full-time Work Location: Portishead, Bristol Salary: Flexible DOE About the Company: Our client is a growing and ambitious Managed Service Provider (MSP) known for delivering high-quality IT services and technical solutions. With a strong reputation for customer excellence, they support businesses in optimising their IT infrastructure, enhancing security, and ensuring seamless connectivity. They are now looking for a talented Senior IT Engineer to join their team and play a crucial role in delivering expert IT support and project solutions to their clients. About The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Support Engineer to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will be working within the Service Desk team to provide high-level 3rd Line IT Support to clients while also leading the design and implementation of IT projects. Your role will involve everything from network management to cloud solutions, security enhancements, and system administration. As a 3rd Line IT Support Engineer in the team, you will have the chance to influence and develop innovative IT strategies for a range of clients, ensuring their IT systems remain secure, efficient, and ahead of the competition. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert 3rd Line IT support to clients across a range of IT disciplines. Lead the design, planning, and delivery of technical projects. Manage and maintain computer networks to ensure seamless connectivity. Implement and administer cloud deployments within Azure and AWS. Configure and manage firewalls, security policies, and DMZ environments. Administer Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 environments. Oversee data backup solutions, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies. Implement network security measures to protect against cyber threats. Troubleshoot LAN/WAN networks and utilise tools like IPerf and WireShark. Manage and configure network switches, VLANs, and WiFi solutions. Ensure IT systems comply with security best practices, including Cyber Essentials and ISO standards. Your Experience and Skills: You should have hands-on experience and knowledge in: Server Administration Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022. Active Directory & Entra Full administration and management. DNS & DHCP Configuration and troubleshooting. Cloud Solutions Azure and AWS deployment & management. Cyber Security Network protection, firewall configuration, and compliance with security standards. Network Troubleshooting VLAN setup, switch management, LAN/WAN troubleshooting. Virtualisation Experience with VMware / Hyper-V. IT Project Delivery Proven ability to manage and implement technical projects. Compliance & Best Practices Understanding of Cyber Essentials, PCI, ISO, and other security standards. Desirable Qualifications (or willingness to work towards): Microsoft Certifications (MCP, MCSA). Cisco Certifications (CCNA). Virtualisation Certifications (VMware / Hyper-V). Cloud Certifications (Azure / AWS). Firewall & Networking Certifications (Fortinet, Cisco, SonicWall, Ruckus). If you are a skilled and ambitious IT Support Engineer looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the 3rd Line IT Support Engineer role, send your CV today, and we will review it and contact you immediately. We are a recruitment company that specialises in projects and programmes.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
3rd Line IT Support Engineer Permanent, Full-time Work Location: Portishead, Bristol Salary: Flexible DOE About the Company: Our client is a growing and ambitious Managed Service Provider (MSP) known for delivering high-quality IT services and technical solutions. With a strong reputation for customer excellence, they support businesses in optimising their IT infrastructure, enhancing security, and ensuring seamless connectivity. They are now looking for a talented Senior IT Engineer to join their team and play a crucial role in delivering expert IT support and project solutions to their clients. About The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Support Engineer to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will be working within the Service Desk team to provide high-level 3rd Line IT Support to clients while also leading the design and implementation of IT projects. Your role will involve everything from network management to cloud solutions, security enhancements, and system administration. As a 3rd Line IT Support Engineer in the team, you will have the chance to influence and develop innovative IT strategies for a range of clients, ensuring their IT systems remain secure, efficient, and ahead of the competition. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert 3rd Line IT support to clients across a range of IT disciplines. Lead the design, planning, and delivery of technical projects. Manage and maintain computer networks to ensure seamless connectivity. Implement and administer cloud deployments within Azure and AWS. Configure and manage firewalls, security policies, and DMZ environments. Administer Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 environments. Oversee data backup solutions, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies. Implement network security measures to protect against cyber threats. Troubleshoot LAN/WAN networks and utilise tools like IPerf and WireShark. Manage and configure network switches, VLANs, and WiFi solutions. Ensure IT systems comply with security best practices, including Cyber Essentials and ISO standards. Your Experience and Skills: You should have hands-on experience and knowledge in: Server Administration Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022. Active Directory & Entra Full administration and management. DNS & DHCP Configuration and troubleshooting. Cloud Solutions Azure and AWS deployment & management. Cyber Security Network protection, firewall configuration, and compliance with security standards. Network Troubleshooting VLAN setup, switch management, LAN/WAN troubleshooting. Virtualisation Experience with VMware / Hyper-V. IT Project Delivery Proven ability to manage and implement technical projects. Compliance & Best Practices Understanding of Cyber Essentials, PCI, ISO, and other security standards. Desirable Qualifications (or willingness to work towards): Microsoft Certifications (MCP, MCSA). Cisco Certifications (CCNA). Virtualisation Certifications (VMware / Hyper-V). Cloud Certifications (Azure / AWS). Firewall & Networking Certifications (Fortinet, Cisco, SonicWall, Ruckus). If you are a skilled and ambitious IT Support Engineer looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the 3rd Line IT Support Engineer role, send your CV today, and we will review it and contact you immediately. We are a recruitment company that specialises in projects and programmes.
Trustee Director An opportunity to join the Care South charity Board of Trustee Directors Role: Trustee Director with financial background Location: Poole, Dorset We have an exciting opportunity for you to become a non-executive Trustee Director with Care South. You will need to have a financial background and live within commutable distance of our headquarters in Poole. Care South is a not for profit registered charity and leading provider of residential care and care at home services for older people. We have 14 care homes and three care at home offices across the south of England. We are a Top 20 carehome.co.uk provider and all our services are rated Good with the Care Quality Commission. We are proud to achieve an operating surplus each year, all of which is reinvested into the charity. We have a Board of Trustee Directors who meet regularly to oversee the charity's governance and to visit our services. About the role Skills and experience: Professionally qualified accountant with at least 15 years' experience; (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification) Understanding of the role of governance and non-executive leadership; Understanding and acceptance of legal duties and responsibilities of being a Trustee Director; Ability to think strategically and articulate strategic vision; Ability to scrutinise and analyse information: and Ability to chair the Finance & Audit Committee. About You To be considered, you should have: Good critical thinking, objective reasoning and decision-making skills; Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills; Effective communication skills; and The ability to use digital technology. Everyone at Care South is dedicated to providing the best quality care to all our residents and care at home clients. We all share and work hard to uphold our HEART values, ensuring that throughout the delivery of care, we consistently demonstrate Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork. It is not just the care that counts, but we are dedicated to ensuring that everyone enjoys the Food, Fun and Friendship embraced in our charity's strapline. Our care services don't just provide companionship and social interaction, they provide a happy and fulfilling lifestyle for residents and care at home clients. Our Trustee Directors are provided with a comprehensive induction and ongoing training covering: Responsibilities of a Trustee Director; Financial governance; Modern Slavery; Safeguarding: adults at risk; Equality, diversity and inclusion; Workplace conduct; Data and cyber security; and An annual legal update. If you are interested in applying for the Trustee Director position, please click the links to access our Trustee Director Appointment Brief and Application Form Please complete the application form in full and submit it directly to the Company Secretary using the email address provided within the application form. We look forward to receiving your application.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Trustee Director An opportunity to join the Care South charity Board of Trustee Directors Role: Trustee Director with financial background Location: Poole, Dorset We have an exciting opportunity for you to become a non-executive Trustee Director with Care South. You will need to have a financial background and live within commutable distance of our headquarters in Poole. Care South is a not for profit registered charity and leading provider of residential care and care at home services for older people. We have 14 care homes and three care at home offices across the south of England. We are a Top 20 carehome.co.uk provider and all our services are rated Good with the Care Quality Commission. We are proud to achieve an operating surplus each year, all of which is reinvested into the charity. We have a Board of Trustee Directors who meet regularly to oversee the charity's governance and to visit our services. About the role Skills and experience: Professionally qualified accountant with at least 15 years' experience; (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification) Understanding of the role of governance and non-executive leadership; Understanding and acceptance of legal duties and responsibilities of being a Trustee Director; Ability to think strategically and articulate strategic vision; Ability to scrutinise and analyse information: and Ability to chair the Finance & Audit Committee. About You To be considered, you should have: Good critical thinking, objective reasoning and decision-making skills; Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills; Effective communication skills; and The ability to use digital technology. Everyone at Care South is dedicated to providing the best quality care to all our residents and care at home clients. We all share and work hard to uphold our HEART values, ensuring that throughout the delivery of care, we consistently demonstrate Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork. It is not just the care that counts, but we are dedicated to ensuring that everyone enjoys the Food, Fun and Friendship embraced in our charity's strapline. Our care services don't just provide companionship and social interaction, they provide a happy and fulfilling lifestyle for residents and care at home clients. Our Trustee Directors are provided with a comprehensive induction and ongoing training covering: Responsibilities of a Trustee Director; Financial governance; Modern Slavery; Safeguarding: adults at risk; Equality, diversity and inclusion; Workplace conduct; Data and cyber security; and An annual legal update. If you are interested in applying for the Trustee Director position, please click the links to access our Trustee Director Appointment Brief and Application Form Please complete the application form in full and submit it directly to the Company Secretary using the email address provided within the application form. We look forward to receiving your application.
Our client is a rapidly expanding cybersecurity education platform that has revolutionized how professionals learn through interactive, training experiences. With an impressive user base, they're transforming the cybersecurity skills landscape through innovative digital learning solutions. They're seeking a Creative Design Lead to spearhead their visual identity evolution and create cohesive brand experiences across all customer touchpoints. This is a strategic role perfect for a creative professional who wants to shape the visual narrative of cybersecurity education on a global scale. Location: 100% Remote (with at least 4 hours overlap with UK timezone 8am-6pm) AS CREATIVE DESIGN LEAD YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Establish and maintain a comprehensive design system that unifies brand identity across all platforms and materials Design impactful templates and assets for digital campaigns, social media, email marketing, and B2B sales collateral Drive visual strategy for major brand initiatives and product launches in collaboration with cross-functional teams Collaborate with Product and Growth teams to ensure design enhances user experience and conversion goals Manage creative partnerships with external freelancers and agencies to expand design capabilities THE IDEAL CREATIVE DESIGN LEAD WILL HAVE: Advanced expertise in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite with a strong portfolio of digital design work Proven experience developing and implementing brand systems or design libraries at scale Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with Marketing, Product, and Growth teams Background in startup or high-growth environments, ideally within tech, education, or cybersecurity sectors Strategic design thinking combined with hands-on execution capabilities WHY JOIN THIS BUSINESS AS THEIR CREATIVE DESIGN LEAD? Competitive salary structure based on location, experience, and market benchmarks Complete remote flexibility with adaptable working hours (minimum 4-hour UK overlap) Substantial annual learning budget for professional development and certifications Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, enhanced parental leave, and retirement contributions Annual fully-funded company retreat and regular team lunch allowances Premium equipment package plus branded welcome kit and platform access for personal network Opportunity to define visual identity for a market-leading platform with global reach Armstrong Lloyd is a marketing specialist recruitment services provider. We specialise in the B2B SaaS space and have a variety of similar jobs available. We offer a personal service that will give you the best possible outcome in the recruitment process.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Our client is a rapidly expanding cybersecurity education platform that has revolutionized how professionals learn through interactive, training experiences. With an impressive user base, they're transforming the cybersecurity skills landscape through innovative digital learning solutions. They're seeking a Creative Design Lead to spearhead their visual identity evolution and create cohesive brand experiences across all customer touchpoints. This is a strategic role perfect for a creative professional who wants to shape the visual narrative of cybersecurity education on a global scale. Location: 100% Remote (with at least 4 hours overlap with UK timezone 8am-6pm) AS CREATIVE DESIGN LEAD YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Establish and maintain a comprehensive design system that unifies brand identity across all platforms and materials Design impactful templates and assets for digital campaigns, social media, email marketing, and B2B sales collateral Drive visual strategy for major brand initiatives and product launches in collaboration with cross-functional teams Collaborate with Product and Growth teams to ensure design enhances user experience and conversion goals Manage creative partnerships with external freelancers and agencies to expand design capabilities THE IDEAL CREATIVE DESIGN LEAD WILL HAVE: Advanced expertise in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite with a strong portfolio of digital design work Proven experience developing and implementing brand systems or design libraries at scale Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with Marketing, Product, and Growth teams Background in startup or high-growth environments, ideally within tech, education, or cybersecurity sectors Strategic design thinking combined with hands-on execution capabilities WHY JOIN THIS BUSINESS AS THEIR CREATIVE DESIGN LEAD? Competitive salary structure based on location, experience, and market benchmarks Complete remote flexibility with adaptable working hours (minimum 4-hour UK overlap) Substantial annual learning budget for professional development and certifications Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, enhanced parental leave, and retirement contributions Annual fully-funded company retreat and regular team lunch allowances Premium equipment package plus branded welcome kit and platform access for personal network Opportunity to define visual identity for a market-leading platform with global reach Armstrong Lloyd is a marketing specialist recruitment services provider. We specialise in the B2B SaaS space and have a variety of similar jobs available. We offer a personal service that will give you the best possible outcome in the recruitment process.
Job Title: Head of People & Culture Location: Bridgend (office-based) Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:30 (flexible hours between 08:00 - 18:00 available) About Flotek: Flotek Group is the UK's fastest-growing Managed Service Providers, delivering IT, Cyber Security, Communications and Managed Print solutions to small and medium-sized businesses. With regional sales and support hubs across the UK, our ambitious growth story is built on a simple foundation: every product and service we deliver is backed by expertise, passion and heart. We're a values-led business, and our people are at the centre of everything we do. About The Role: Our culture is critical to who we are and what we want to achieve, and we're looking for an enthusiastic, people-focused leader to join Flotek as our Head of People & Culture. This is a pivotal role in Flotek's growth. As the driving force behind our people and culture strategy, you will play a defining role in leading the organisation forward - ensuring we continue to attract exceptional talent, build a high-performing team, and give every Flotek employee the platform, support and opportunities they need to succeed and grow. Ideally with experience in the ICT, MSP or wider technology sector, you'll provide strategic leadership across the full employee lifecycle - shaping our employee experience, championing our culture, and helping us attract and retain the very best talent in the industry. This is a hands-on, broad remit covering talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, learning & development, and the day-to-day culture that makes Flotek a great place to work. Key Responsibilities: Create and execute people strategies that attract, retain and develop talent, aligning all initiatives with Flotek's wider business objectives. Identify, attract and place candidates into a wide range of IT, Cyber, Comms and Managed Print roles across Flotek Group. Act as the public face and ambassador for Flotek throughout the recruitment journey. Lead the new-starter onboarding programme, ensuring every joiner has an outstanding first experience of Flotek. Lead our internal Culture Club, organising events and championing a positive, inclusive culture across the business. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process - CV sifting, screening (phone, Teams or in person), interview scheduling and candidate experience. Source talent using LinkedIn, professional networks, job boards and our internal database. Partner with and advise department managers on the local talent market, team dynamics and the skills and personalities needed for each new hire. Use market knowledge to flag potential bottlenecks and influence candidate decision-making. Work with the marketing team to strengthen our employer brand and attract the best local talent. Prepare offer letters and employment contracts. Measure the impact of benefits and engagement initiatives through cultural surveys, using insights to drive continuous improvement. Oversee performance management, learning & development and career pathways to grow our people from day one. What we're looking for: Proven experience in a senior People, HR or Talent Acquisition role - ideally within an MSP, IT, Cyber or wider technology business. Strong understanding of the ICT talent market and the skills that drive a high-performing tech business. A natural relationship-builder, confident advising and influencing managers at all levels. Passionate about employee experience, engagement and inclusive culture. Hands-on, organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing environment. CIPD qualified (or working towards) is desirable but not essential. Why Join Flotek: Be part of one of the UK's fastest-growing MSPs with genuine career progression. Inclusion in EMI Share Equity Scheme - own a slice of the "Purple Pie" Friendly, supportive team with a strong culture and active Culture Club. Investment in your professional development and qualifications. Competitive salary of 40,000 - 45,000 per annum . Due to the nature of the role the company will not be able to offer sponsorship or relocation assistance so candidates must already reside in the UK. Ready to help shape the future of Flotek's people and culture? Submit your CV and a short covering note telling us why this role is for you. We can't wait to hear from you. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Head of Human Resources, Head of HR, Human Resources, People Manager, Head of People, Senior HR Advisor, HR Generalist, Personnel Manager, Head of Culture, Senior People Manager, Head of Learning and Development, Talent Acquisition Manager may also be considered for this role.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of People & Culture Location: Bridgend (office-based) Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:30 (flexible hours between 08:00 - 18:00 available) About Flotek: Flotek Group is the UK's fastest-growing Managed Service Providers, delivering IT, Cyber Security, Communications and Managed Print solutions to small and medium-sized businesses. With regional sales and support hubs across the UK, our ambitious growth story is built on a simple foundation: every product and service we deliver is backed by expertise, passion and heart. We're a values-led business, and our people are at the centre of everything we do. About The Role: Our culture is critical to who we are and what we want to achieve, and we're looking for an enthusiastic, people-focused leader to join Flotek as our Head of People & Culture. This is a pivotal role in Flotek's growth. As the driving force behind our people and culture strategy, you will play a defining role in leading the organisation forward - ensuring we continue to attract exceptional talent, build a high-performing team, and give every Flotek employee the platform, support and opportunities they need to succeed and grow. Ideally with experience in the ICT, MSP or wider technology sector, you'll provide strategic leadership across the full employee lifecycle - shaping our employee experience, championing our culture, and helping us attract and retain the very best talent in the industry. This is a hands-on, broad remit covering talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, learning & development, and the day-to-day culture that makes Flotek a great place to work. Key Responsibilities: Create and execute people strategies that attract, retain and develop talent, aligning all initiatives with Flotek's wider business objectives. Identify, attract and place candidates into a wide range of IT, Cyber, Comms and Managed Print roles across Flotek Group. Act as the public face and ambassador for Flotek throughout the recruitment journey. Lead the new-starter onboarding programme, ensuring every joiner has an outstanding first experience of Flotek. Lead our internal Culture Club, organising events and championing a positive, inclusive culture across the business. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process - CV sifting, screening (phone, Teams or in person), interview scheduling and candidate experience. Source talent using LinkedIn, professional networks, job boards and our internal database. Partner with and advise department managers on the local talent market, team dynamics and the skills and personalities needed for each new hire. Use market knowledge to flag potential bottlenecks and influence candidate decision-making. Work with the marketing team to strengthen our employer brand and attract the best local talent. Prepare offer letters and employment contracts. Measure the impact of benefits and engagement initiatives through cultural surveys, using insights to drive continuous improvement. Oversee performance management, learning & development and career pathways to grow our people from day one. What we're looking for: Proven experience in a senior People, HR or Talent Acquisition role - ideally within an MSP, IT, Cyber or wider technology business. Strong understanding of the ICT talent market and the skills that drive a high-performing tech business. A natural relationship-builder, confident advising and influencing managers at all levels. Passionate about employee experience, engagement and inclusive culture. Hands-on, organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing environment. CIPD qualified (or working towards) is desirable but not essential. Why Join Flotek: Be part of one of the UK's fastest-growing MSPs with genuine career progression. Inclusion in EMI Share Equity Scheme - own a slice of the "Purple Pie" Friendly, supportive team with a strong culture and active Culture Club. Investment in your professional development and qualifications. Competitive salary of 40,000 - 45,000 per annum . Due to the nature of the role the company will not be able to offer sponsorship or relocation assistance so candidates must already reside in the UK. Ready to help shape the future of Flotek's people and culture? Submit your CV and a short covering note telling us why this role is for you. We can't wait to hear from you. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Head of Human Resources, Head of HR, Human Resources, People Manager, Head of People, Senior HR Advisor, HR Generalist, Personnel Manager, Head of Culture, Senior People Manager, Head of Learning and Development, Talent Acquisition Manager may also be considered for this role.
The Hospice of St Francis
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
Salary: £16,200 p.a. (based on £27,000 FTE) Main Duties & Responsibilities The IT team supports the Hospice by delivering reliable, responsive technical services to staff, our retail shops, and the systems that help care for patients. In a small hospice environment, this role works closely with the on site Head of IT and Systems and is a key, visible part of day to day service delivery. The IT support technician will play an important role in providing hands on technical support and helping to maintain the hospice s IT infrastructure. This includes supporting clinical and administrative systems, resolving technical issues, and assisting with small projects and improvement activities. You will be responsible for: Providing technical support to end-users, resolving hardware and software issues. Providing administrative and end user support for the following services Microsoft 365 suite (e.g. SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange, Intune) Assisting in the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of IT equipment. Configuring and maintaining network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. Administering servers, including installation, configuration, decommissions, and maintenance of operating systems and server applications. Managing user accounts, permissions, and access control. Installing, configuring, and updating software applications and operating systems. Conducting software license management and ensure compliance. Collaboration with Head of IT & Systems, and Heads of Department to plan and improve IT projects. Assessing and recommending hardware and software upgrades based on organisational needs and technological advancements. Staying informed about cybersecurity trends and proactively address potential vulnerabilities. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of IT systems, configurations, and procedures. Creating user guides and documentation to assist end-users in resolving common issues. Providing training to end-users on IT systems and best practices. Liaising with IT vendors for support and warranty services. Being available for critical out-of-hour calls. Responding promptly to IT emergencies, such as system outages or security incidents. Qualifications, Skills, Experience, Knowledge & Approach Experienced in troubleshooting IT issues from desktops / laptops; Windows 10,11 all the way through to printers and AV equipment. Experienced in Microsoft 365 apps administration and end user support (Office apps, SharePoint, OneDrive, Intune) Demonstrable experience in a similar role Service desk support 1st or 2nd line support experience Excellent team player; flexible; responsive; takes ownership and can work on the detail in a real time environment Pro-active; identifying areas to improve and processes to introduce consistent results Ability to develop effective and supportive relationships with colleagues and IT partners Actively contribute to and enjoy being part of a team Ability to support staff and volunteers Communication Able to communicate exceptionally well with others, internal and external to The Hospice Able to explain highly technical items to non-technical people Ability to quickly build a rapport and establish relationships with internal and external stakeholders, based on trust and understanding Ability to understand and act upon the principles of excellent customer service Decision Making Self-motivated with the ability to think and adapt quickly Excited by change, able to work with agility and adapt to changing demands Mental & Physical Consideration Ability to organise time effectively, prioritising workload, meeting deadlines and being proficient at multi-tasking Working Conditions & Environment Able to work some evenings and weekends, if required Must be able to drive and have access to own car and be covered for business use Health & Safety Understand and comply with all Health and Safety, Fire and Infection Control regulations Complete all mandatory training and ensure compliance of direct reports and contractors Appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check Safeguarding Act in a manner at all times to safeguard the interests of individual patients/clients and their families and justify public trust and confidence in the Hospice of St Francis.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Salary: £16,200 p.a. (based on £27,000 FTE) Main Duties & Responsibilities The IT team supports the Hospice by delivering reliable, responsive technical services to staff, our retail shops, and the systems that help care for patients. In a small hospice environment, this role works closely with the on site Head of IT and Systems and is a key, visible part of day to day service delivery. The IT support technician will play an important role in providing hands on technical support and helping to maintain the hospice s IT infrastructure. This includes supporting clinical and administrative systems, resolving technical issues, and assisting with small projects and improvement activities. You will be responsible for: Providing technical support to end-users, resolving hardware and software issues. Providing administrative and end user support for the following services Microsoft 365 suite (e.g. SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange, Intune) Assisting in the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of IT equipment. Configuring and maintaining network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. Administering servers, including installation, configuration, decommissions, and maintenance of operating systems and server applications. Managing user accounts, permissions, and access control. Installing, configuring, and updating software applications and operating systems. Conducting software license management and ensure compliance. Collaboration with Head of IT & Systems, and Heads of Department to plan and improve IT projects. Assessing and recommending hardware and software upgrades based on organisational needs and technological advancements. Staying informed about cybersecurity trends and proactively address potential vulnerabilities. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of IT systems, configurations, and procedures. Creating user guides and documentation to assist end-users in resolving common issues. Providing training to end-users on IT systems and best practices. Liaising with IT vendors for support and warranty services. Being available for critical out-of-hour calls. Responding promptly to IT emergencies, such as system outages or security incidents. Qualifications, Skills, Experience, Knowledge & Approach Experienced in troubleshooting IT issues from desktops / laptops; Windows 10,11 all the way through to printers and AV equipment. Experienced in Microsoft 365 apps administration and end user support (Office apps, SharePoint, OneDrive, Intune) Demonstrable experience in a similar role Service desk support 1st or 2nd line support experience Excellent team player; flexible; responsive; takes ownership and can work on the detail in a real time environment Pro-active; identifying areas to improve and processes to introduce consistent results Ability to develop effective and supportive relationships with colleagues and IT partners Actively contribute to and enjoy being part of a team Ability to support staff and volunteers Communication Able to communicate exceptionally well with others, internal and external to The Hospice Able to explain highly technical items to non-technical people Ability to quickly build a rapport and establish relationships with internal and external stakeholders, based on trust and understanding Ability to understand and act upon the principles of excellent customer service Decision Making Self-motivated with the ability to think and adapt quickly Excited by change, able to work with agility and adapt to changing demands Mental & Physical Consideration Ability to organise time effectively, prioritising workload, meeting deadlines and being proficient at multi-tasking Working Conditions & Environment Able to work some evenings and weekends, if required Must be able to drive and have access to own car and be covered for business use Health & Safety Understand and comply with all Health and Safety, Fire and Infection Control regulations Complete all mandatory training and ensure compliance of direct reports and contractors Appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check Safeguarding Act in a manner at all times to safeguard the interests of individual patients/clients and their families and justify public trust and confidence in the Hospice of St Francis.
Job Title: Head of People & Culture Location: Bridgend (office-based) Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:30 (flexible hours between 08:00 - 18:00 available) About Flotek: Flotek Group is the UK's fastest-growing Managed Service Providers, delivering IT, Cyber Security, Communications and Managed Print solutions to small and medium-size click apply for full job details
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of People & Culture Location: Bridgend (office-based) Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:30 (flexible hours between 08:00 - 18:00 available) About Flotek: Flotek Group is the UK's fastest-growing Managed Service Providers, delivering IT, Cyber Security, Communications and Managed Print solutions to small and medium-size click apply for full job details
Step into a world where innovation meets impact. This Principal Software Engineer role offers you the chance to be a part of cutting-edge defence technology, driving advancements that redefine security and protect lives. Working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, you'll lead projects that make a real difference, while enjoying excellent benefits such as private medical cover, flexible working hours, and participation in an annual bonus scheme. If you're ready to shape the future of defence systems by leading the design, architecture, and delivery of secure embedded and application software within advanced cyber and defence programmes. You ll work across the full software lifecycle from requirements and system design through to implementation, testing, and deployment while ensuring high standards in performance, security, and reliability. The position includes technical leadership of small engineering teams, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to multiple concurrent projects with varying scales and complexity. You ll apply modern development practices such as object-oriented design, DevSecOps, and continuous integration, while also supporting bids, cost estimation, and technical reviews. Strong experience in C/C++, embedded systems, and software engineering best practices is essential. The role requires working in highly regulated environments, including handling sensitive information and meeting strict security standards. Candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance, reflecting the critical nature of the work. Overall, this is a senior-level engineering role combining hands-on development with leadership and strategic technical input What You Will Do: - Architect, design, develop, and test embedded and application software, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables. - Apply object-oriented design techniques to enable efficient code re-use and integration with testing frameworks. - Review system design artefacts to derive software requirements and architecture that align with high-level system objectives. - Develop and maintain knowledge of best practices in software development, including TDD/BDD, DevSecOps, and secure coding standards. - Mentor junior engineers, provide technical leadership, and contribute to the improvement of tools, processes, and techniques. - Generate technical proposals and accurate estimates for bids and projects, ensuring cost and schedule adherence. What You Will Bring: - A degree in engineering, mathematics, or a science-based subject, or equivalent experience. - Significant experience in embedded product development, including bare-metal and RTOSes such as Linux or ThreadX. - Expertise in programming languages like C and C++, with a strong grasp of object-oriented design and design patterns. - Familiarity with software testing, defensive coding standards, and tools for version control and automated testing. - A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions. This Principal Software Engineer role is instrumental in delivering innovative cryptographic and key management solutions that ensure secure communication for customers worldwide. By contributing to the development of advanced defence systems, you'll play a vital role in shaping the company's mission to provide trusted, pioneering technology. Location: Based in fulltime onsite in Maidenhead Interested?: Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in the defence industry. Apply today to become a Principal Software Engineer and take the next step in your professional journey. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Step into a world where innovation meets impact. This Principal Software Engineer role offers you the chance to be a part of cutting-edge defence technology, driving advancements that redefine security and protect lives. Working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, you'll lead projects that make a real difference, while enjoying excellent benefits such as private medical cover, flexible working hours, and participation in an annual bonus scheme. If you're ready to shape the future of defence systems by leading the design, architecture, and delivery of secure embedded and application software within advanced cyber and defence programmes. You ll work across the full software lifecycle from requirements and system design through to implementation, testing, and deployment while ensuring high standards in performance, security, and reliability. The position includes technical leadership of small engineering teams, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to multiple concurrent projects with varying scales and complexity. You ll apply modern development practices such as object-oriented design, DevSecOps, and continuous integration, while also supporting bids, cost estimation, and technical reviews. Strong experience in C/C++, embedded systems, and software engineering best practices is essential. The role requires working in highly regulated environments, including handling sensitive information and meeting strict security standards. Candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance, reflecting the critical nature of the work. Overall, this is a senior-level engineering role combining hands-on development with leadership and strategic technical input What You Will Do: - Architect, design, develop, and test embedded and application software, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables. - Apply object-oriented design techniques to enable efficient code re-use and integration with testing frameworks. - Review system design artefacts to derive software requirements and architecture that align with high-level system objectives. - Develop and maintain knowledge of best practices in software development, including TDD/BDD, DevSecOps, and secure coding standards. - Mentor junior engineers, provide technical leadership, and contribute to the improvement of tools, processes, and techniques. - Generate technical proposals and accurate estimates for bids and projects, ensuring cost and schedule adherence. What You Will Bring: - A degree in engineering, mathematics, or a science-based subject, or equivalent experience. - Significant experience in embedded product development, including bare-metal and RTOSes such as Linux or ThreadX. - Expertise in programming languages like C and C++, with a strong grasp of object-oriented design and design patterns. - Familiarity with software testing, defensive coding standards, and tools for version control and automated testing. - A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions. This Principal Software Engineer role is instrumental in delivering innovative cryptographic and key management solutions that ensure secure communication for customers worldwide. By contributing to the development of advanced defence systems, you'll play a vital role in shaping the company's mission to provide trusted, pioneering technology. Location: Based in fulltime onsite in Maidenhead Interested?: Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in the defence industry. Apply today to become a Principal Software Engineer and take the next step in your professional journey. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Senior Independent Director / Board Member £7,000 per annum Barnstaple Temporary, Part Time Do you want to be part of a Board and team with a strong social purpose, delivering real change and improvements to the community? Our client is a successful housing charity based in North Devon, with a turnover of £23 million and 3,300 homes. Their team makes a positive difference to over 8,000 customers across North Devon. They are looking to recruit a Board Member / Senior Independent Director who can bring real value and experience to their strategic leadership team. They are looking for someone with previous housing sector board experience, a good understanding of business change, innovation and leadership as we refine services in line with customer feedback and respond to the changing regulatory agenda. A key focus for the organisation is improving the way in which they communicate with their customers and deliver our services. To enhance their current Board's skills they are ideally looking for someone with a background in one or more of the following areas: Customer Engagement and involvement, Information Technology/Cyber Security, Finance or Landlord Safety Compliance. They are always keen to hear from candidates with some of the above experiences who could also bring "lived" experience of being a social housing tenant or as a leaseholder or shared owner. Their Board is team-focused with a strong sense of collaboration and common purpose of meeting their communities' needs and fulfilling our vision of 'creating communities where people want to live'. There are typically 7 Board meetings per year. Currently three of these will be held in person in North Devon, with the remaining four being virtual meetings. In person, meetings tend to incorporate an additional element (e.g. training or strategy away day) to get the most out of the time together. In addition to main Board meetings, the SID will support the Customer Board Partnership (CBP) by attending their meetings in person, c4-6 meetings per year. As Senior Independent Director (SID), you will support the Chair and Board Members providing independent guidance across the broad spectrum of Board work. As the SID is expected to attend CBP meetings in person, being located within one and a half hours of the organisation's head office in Barnstaple is advantageous. The Senior Independent Director is also a member of the Group People and Remuneration Committee (4 virtual meetings per year). As a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Employer, they welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic groups and disabled candidates. Location: Remote / Barnstaple, Devon Salary: £7,000 per annum Closing date for applications: 26th June :00am Interviews: 1st round - w/c 6th July (virtual) Final interview 13th July (in person)
Jun 17, 2026
Seasonal
Senior Independent Director / Board Member £7,000 per annum Barnstaple Temporary, Part Time Do you want to be part of a Board and team with a strong social purpose, delivering real change and improvements to the community? Our client is a successful housing charity based in North Devon, with a turnover of £23 million and 3,300 homes. Their team makes a positive difference to over 8,000 customers across North Devon. They are looking to recruit a Board Member / Senior Independent Director who can bring real value and experience to their strategic leadership team. They are looking for someone with previous housing sector board experience, a good understanding of business change, innovation and leadership as we refine services in line with customer feedback and respond to the changing regulatory agenda. A key focus for the organisation is improving the way in which they communicate with their customers and deliver our services. To enhance their current Board's skills they are ideally looking for someone with a background in one or more of the following areas: Customer Engagement and involvement, Information Technology/Cyber Security, Finance or Landlord Safety Compliance. They are always keen to hear from candidates with some of the above experiences who could also bring "lived" experience of being a social housing tenant or as a leaseholder or shared owner. Their Board is team-focused with a strong sense of collaboration and common purpose of meeting their communities' needs and fulfilling our vision of 'creating communities where people want to live'. There are typically 7 Board meetings per year. Currently three of these will be held in person in North Devon, with the remaining four being virtual meetings. In person, meetings tend to incorporate an additional element (e.g. training or strategy away day) to get the most out of the time together. In addition to main Board meetings, the SID will support the Customer Board Partnership (CBP) by attending their meetings in person, c4-6 meetings per year. As Senior Independent Director (SID), you will support the Chair and Board Members providing independent guidance across the broad spectrum of Board work. As the SID is expected to attend CBP meetings in person, being located within one and a half hours of the organisation's head office in Barnstaple is advantageous. The Senior Independent Director is also a member of the Group People and Remuneration Committee (4 virtual meetings per year). As a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Employer, they welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic groups and disabled candidates. Location: Remote / Barnstaple, Devon Salary: £7,000 per annum Closing date for applications: 26th June :00am Interviews: 1st round - w/c 6th July (virtual) Final interview 13th July (in person)
IT Support Engineer - Garelochhead (Hybrid) Salary: 30,000 + 15% Pension + 30 days leave (+public holidays) Location: Oil Fuel Depot (OFD), Garelochhead, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute Working pattern: Mon-Thu on site, Fri WFH Line management: IT Infrastructure Manager / Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer Travel: Some travel to other client sites (including occasional overnight stays) - full driving licence required Commute: You should live within roughly 45-60 minutes of Garelochhead The role Our client has created a new IT Support Engineer position within a small, close-knit IT team at their Garelochhead depot. The focus is on keeping the organisation's IT environment running effectively, providing responsive support to end users, and helping deliver improvements that support the wider IT roadmap and cyber security posture. This is a varied role in a multi-site business supporting up to 300 colleagues across the UK. You'll be dealing with a broad range of stakeholders, from operational teams on site through to senior management, so professionalism and clear communication are key. What you'll be responsible for Acting as a key point of contact for IT issues, resolving tickets and escalating when required. Supporting day-to-day running of infrastructure, systems and IT services, working with internal colleagues and external providers. Ensuring acceptable use and IT policies are followed; monitoring activity and flagging concerns to IT/HR leadership. Working within formal change control for any amendments to systems, services or configurations. Checking that security tooling and controls are active and up to date, and reporting any risks immediately to senior IT stakeholders. Ordering, setting up and rolling out laptops/desktops and associated equipment, keeping accurate asset and build records. Maintaining secure backup practices and producing clear implementation / recovery documentation. Keeping documentation current and ensuring all work is properly recorded in relevant systems. Supporting IT projects and, where needed, coordinating smaller pieces of project delivery. Spotting compatibility or deployment risks early and helping prevent disruption. Assisting with diagnostics and recovery procedures to restore systems or services when required. Experienced required A relevant IT qualification or equivalent practical experience. Typically 1-2 years in a technical IT role (service desk, desktop support, 1st/2nd line). Solid basics in: Windows OS and Microsoft 365 applications Active Directory fundamentals (password resets, user creation, group membership) Networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, IP addressing) PC/laptop build, configuration and troubleshooting Comfortable writing straightforward documentation and keeping records up to date. Keen to develop skills in SharePoint Online, Intune/Endpoint Manager, file systems and basic Group Policy. Able to work confidently with third-party suppliers under guidance. Full (preferably clean) driving licence essential; flexibility for travel/overnight stays as required. How to apply Send your CV along with a short cover note summarising your relevant experience and why this vacancy interests you
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
IT Support Engineer - Garelochhead (Hybrid) Salary: 30,000 + 15% Pension + 30 days leave (+public holidays) Location: Oil Fuel Depot (OFD), Garelochhead, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute Working pattern: Mon-Thu on site, Fri WFH Line management: IT Infrastructure Manager / Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer Travel: Some travel to other client sites (including occasional overnight stays) - full driving licence required Commute: You should live within roughly 45-60 minutes of Garelochhead The role Our client has created a new IT Support Engineer position within a small, close-knit IT team at their Garelochhead depot. The focus is on keeping the organisation's IT environment running effectively, providing responsive support to end users, and helping deliver improvements that support the wider IT roadmap and cyber security posture. This is a varied role in a multi-site business supporting up to 300 colleagues across the UK. You'll be dealing with a broad range of stakeholders, from operational teams on site through to senior management, so professionalism and clear communication are key. What you'll be responsible for Acting as a key point of contact for IT issues, resolving tickets and escalating when required. Supporting day-to-day running of infrastructure, systems and IT services, working with internal colleagues and external providers. Ensuring acceptable use and IT policies are followed; monitoring activity and flagging concerns to IT/HR leadership. Working within formal change control for any amendments to systems, services or configurations. Checking that security tooling and controls are active and up to date, and reporting any risks immediately to senior IT stakeholders. Ordering, setting up and rolling out laptops/desktops and associated equipment, keeping accurate asset and build records. Maintaining secure backup practices and producing clear implementation / recovery documentation. Keeping documentation current and ensuring all work is properly recorded in relevant systems. Supporting IT projects and, where needed, coordinating smaller pieces of project delivery. Spotting compatibility or deployment risks early and helping prevent disruption. Assisting with diagnostics and recovery procedures to restore systems or services when required. Experienced required A relevant IT qualification or equivalent practical experience. Typically 1-2 years in a technical IT role (service desk, desktop support, 1st/2nd line). Solid basics in: Windows OS and Microsoft 365 applications Active Directory fundamentals (password resets, user creation, group membership) Networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, IP addressing) PC/laptop build, configuration and troubleshooting Comfortable writing straightforward documentation and keeping records up to date. Keen to develop skills in SharePoint Online, Intune/Endpoint Manager, file systems and basic Group Policy. Able to work confidently with third-party suppliers under guidance. Full (preferably clean) driving licence essential; flexibility for travel/overnight stays as required. How to apply Send your CV along with a short cover note summarising your relevant experience and why this vacancy interests you
Water UK is the trade association representing the UK's water and wastewater companies. At a time of heightened public scrutiny, climate pressure and system-wide reform, they are seeking a Head of Resilience and Drought to help shape how the industry responds to some of its most complex and high-impact challenges. This is a senior, high-profile role operating at the intersection of policy, operational response and strategic leadership. You will lead the organisation's crisis readiness and response capability, ensuring the industry can act collectively during high-impact events, while also developing a more coherent approach to resilience across the sector. In this context, resilience refers to driving progress on mitigation of the industry's most significant strategic risks, including drought response, cyber security, power outages and chemical supply chains, rather than long-term water resource planning. This role exists to bring a strategic lens to resilience, ensuring the industry is not only responding effectively to incidents but also influencing how resilience is defined, prioritised and delivered across the system. You will play a central role in helping the industry: Respond to high-impact events such as drought and supply disruption Strengthen preparedness and coordination across water companies Shape the long-term resilience agenda across government, regulators and stakeholders Key responsibilities Policy development - resilience readiness: Lead Water UK policy development and engagement for resilience matters and ensure delivery of the policies committed to in the government's white paper, A New Vision for Water. Shape industry and government thinking on drought preparedness and response Influence and improve key security, emergency and cyber resilience frameworks Identify and address risks within critical supply chains (e.g. treatment chemicals) Incident and risk management: Leading continuous improvement of the industry's approach to incident and risk management through: Coordinate with water companies on national and cross-sector incidents Act as a key interface with government and regulators during live events Drive mitigation of key risks, including drought, cyber, power and supply chain issues Oversee effective information sharing and governance on security risks What we are looking for: You will be a strategic thinker , with the ability to operate in complex, ambiguous environments where priorities are not always clearly defined. Experience in policy development - developing recommendations for industry, government and regulators to improve public policy outcomes Experience in incident management, risk management or resilience, ideally within regulated or infrastructure sectors Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience working with senior stakeholders, government and regulators Be comfortable working at senior level during high-pressure scenarios Bring an interest in system-level challenges across regulated or infrastructure sectors Desirable but not essential- Knowledge of water industry processes including resilience arrangements and experience of handling and interpreting data. Package Competitive salary Discretionary bonus of up to 25% Private medical insurance and dental coverage 27 working days' holiday, with the option to 'buy' more annual leave Pension contribution - 6% Life assurance from date of joining Hybrid working basis with an expectation of 3 to 4 days a week in the office. Why this role? The UK water sector is undergoing fundamental change, driven by climate risk, public expectation and regulatory reform. This role offers the opportunity to: Influence how resilience is defined and delivered at a national level Work on issues with direct, real-world impact Shape both immediate response and long-term system change
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Water UK is the trade association representing the UK's water and wastewater companies. At a time of heightened public scrutiny, climate pressure and system-wide reform, they are seeking a Head of Resilience and Drought to help shape how the industry responds to some of its most complex and high-impact challenges. This is a senior, high-profile role operating at the intersection of policy, operational response and strategic leadership. You will lead the organisation's crisis readiness and response capability, ensuring the industry can act collectively during high-impact events, while also developing a more coherent approach to resilience across the sector. In this context, resilience refers to driving progress on mitigation of the industry's most significant strategic risks, including drought response, cyber security, power outages and chemical supply chains, rather than long-term water resource planning. This role exists to bring a strategic lens to resilience, ensuring the industry is not only responding effectively to incidents but also influencing how resilience is defined, prioritised and delivered across the system. You will play a central role in helping the industry: Respond to high-impact events such as drought and supply disruption Strengthen preparedness and coordination across water companies Shape the long-term resilience agenda across government, regulators and stakeholders Key responsibilities Policy development - resilience readiness: Lead Water UK policy development and engagement for resilience matters and ensure delivery of the policies committed to in the government's white paper, A New Vision for Water. Shape industry and government thinking on drought preparedness and response Influence and improve key security, emergency and cyber resilience frameworks Identify and address risks within critical supply chains (e.g. treatment chemicals) Incident and risk management: Leading continuous improvement of the industry's approach to incident and risk management through: Coordinate with water companies on national and cross-sector incidents Act as a key interface with government and regulators during live events Drive mitigation of key risks, including drought, cyber, power and supply chain issues Oversee effective information sharing and governance on security risks What we are looking for: You will be a strategic thinker , with the ability to operate in complex, ambiguous environments where priorities are not always clearly defined. Experience in policy development - developing recommendations for industry, government and regulators to improve public policy outcomes Experience in incident management, risk management or resilience, ideally within regulated or infrastructure sectors Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience working with senior stakeholders, government and regulators Be comfortable working at senior level during high-pressure scenarios Bring an interest in system-level challenges across regulated or infrastructure sectors Desirable but not essential- Knowledge of water industry processes including resilience arrangements and experience of handling and interpreting data. Package Competitive salary Discretionary bonus of up to 25% Private medical insurance and dental coverage 27 working days' holiday, with the option to 'buy' more annual leave Pension contribution - 6% Life assurance from date of joining Hybrid working basis with an expectation of 3 to 4 days a week in the office. Why this role? The UK water sector is undergoing fundamental change, driven by climate risk, public expectation and regulatory reform. This role offers the opportunity to: Influence how resilience is defined and delivered at a national level Work on issues with direct, real-world impact Shape both immediate response and long-term system change
Job Title: DV Cleared Cyber Security Operations - Senior Analyst Location: Corsham 5 days Duration: Until 31/12/2026 Rate: Up to 850 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV clearance process Are you an experienced cyber security professional with a passion for protecting critical assets? Our client, a reputable organisation, is hiring for a Senior Analyst to join their Cyber Security Operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic environment, supporting the delivery of essential security controls aligned with the NIST Cyber Security Framework. What you'll be doing: Maintain and optimise SOC PROTECT, DETECT, and RESPOND toolsets, including SIEM, SOAR, and vulnerability scanning tools. Support the development, configuration, and automation of security tooling to enhance threat detection and incident response. Conduct forensic analysis, malware reverse engineering, and develop IOCs and detection signatures. Manage and integrate logs from various sources, ensuring full visibility and compliance. Analyse attacker TTPs and manage threat intelligence, including incident assessment and reporting. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational effectiveness and continuous process improvement. Maintain knowledge of current cyber threats and emerging trends. What you'll bring: Proven hands-on experience with SIEM and SOAR platforms such as Trend, Elastic, or SolarWinds. Strong understanding of Windows and Linux OS, log collection, and threat detection techniques. Ability to create and modify detection rules, automate scripts, and correlate data from multiple sources. Knowledge of malware analysis, threat intelligence, and forensic techniques. Current DV clearance is essential. Skills in Python, PowerShell, BASH, or similar scripting languages. Familiarity with ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK, and ITIL frameworks. Desired skills: Certifications like CompTIA Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, or MCSE. Experience with network forensics and intrusion detection systems. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will make a real impact. If you're ready to take on a challenging role in cyber security, apply now to support our client's mission to stay ahead of evolving threats. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 17, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: DV Cleared Cyber Security Operations - Senior Analyst Location: Corsham 5 days Duration: Until 31/12/2026 Rate: Up to 850 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV clearance process Are you an experienced cyber security professional with a passion for protecting critical assets? Our client, a reputable organisation, is hiring for a Senior Analyst to join their Cyber Security Operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic environment, supporting the delivery of essential security controls aligned with the NIST Cyber Security Framework. What you'll be doing: Maintain and optimise SOC PROTECT, DETECT, and RESPOND toolsets, including SIEM, SOAR, and vulnerability scanning tools. Support the development, configuration, and automation of security tooling to enhance threat detection and incident response. Conduct forensic analysis, malware reverse engineering, and develop IOCs and detection signatures. Manage and integrate logs from various sources, ensuring full visibility and compliance. Analyse attacker TTPs and manage threat intelligence, including incident assessment and reporting. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational effectiveness and continuous process improvement. Maintain knowledge of current cyber threats and emerging trends. What you'll bring: Proven hands-on experience with SIEM and SOAR platforms such as Trend, Elastic, or SolarWinds. Strong understanding of Windows and Linux OS, log collection, and threat detection techniques. Ability to create and modify detection rules, automate scripts, and correlate data from multiple sources. Knowledge of malware analysis, threat intelligence, and forensic techniques. Current DV clearance is essential. Skills in Python, PowerShell, BASH, or similar scripting languages. Familiarity with ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK, and ITIL frameworks. Desired skills: Certifications like CompTIA Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, or MCSE. Experience with network forensics and intrusion detection systems. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will make a real impact. If you're ready to take on a challenging role in cyber security, apply now to support our client's mission to stay ahead of evolving threats. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Security Lead - DV Cleared Outside IR35 - £500 per day 3-4 Month Contract (Likely Extension) Maidenhead (Hybrid working) UK Public Sector We are seeking an experienced Supplier Security Lead to act as the accountable security authority for a complex Oracle ERP Managed Service within a major UK Government environment. This is a senior, contractually-named security leadership role with day-to-day operational ownership of service security, ensuring compliance with UK Government security policy, NCSC frameworks, and client-specific security and assurance requirements. The role operates at the intersection of security governance, cloud security engineering, and live service operations, with direct engagement across the client's Security Operations Centre (SOC), internal delivery teams, and third-party vendors. Key responsibilities: Act as the named security authority for the managed service across OPERATE and DEVELOP Own day-to-day operational security posture, risk identification, and continuous improvement Lead security engagement within client Design Authority and Enterprise Architecture forums Manage integration with the client SOC, including security reporting, SIEM alignment, and incident response coordination Oversee security incident management in line with the client Cyber Security Incident Response Plan Own joiner/mover/leaver processes, RBAC, PAM, and monthly access control audits Ensure delivery of security assurance artefacts for internal and external audit requirements Support and coordinate penetration testing, vulnerability management, and disaster recovery exercises Ensure compliance with GDPR / DPA 2018, NCSC IAS5, CAF, and related government standards Maintain and enforce security controls across Oracle Cloud environments and SaaS applications Ensure secure configuration of Oracle ERP (HCM, ERP, EPM) security models including SoD and data access controls Provide regular security reporting to client governance and assurance functions Act as escalation point for all service security risks and vulnerabilities We're looking for: Proven experience as a security lead or accountable security owner on UK Government managed service contracts Strong understanding of NCSC HMG IAS5, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), ISO 27001, and GDPR Hands-on experience integrating with a UK Government SOC, including incident response and security reporting Strong working knowledge of Oracle Cloud security (OCI IAM, Vault, network security, audit, PAM) Experience securing Oracle SaaS applications (ERP, HCM, EPM) including RBAC and segregation of duties Background in operational security, not purely advisory or policy-based roles Experience leading security assurance, audit, and compliance activities in regulated environments Strong stakeholder management skills across technical, operational, and governance audiences Requirements: DV Clearance (essential - must be active or recently held with credible reactivation route) UK National (mandatory) Must be willing to work exclusively within the UK Must be available for hybrid attendance at UK secure sites as required RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 17, 2026
Contractor
Security Lead - DV Cleared Outside IR35 - £500 per day 3-4 Month Contract (Likely Extension) Maidenhead (Hybrid working) UK Public Sector We are seeking an experienced Supplier Security Lead to act as the accountable security authority for a complex Oracle ERP Managed Service within a major UK Government environment. This is a senior, contractually-named security leadership role with day-to-day operational ownership of service security, ensuring compliance with UK Government security policy, NCSC frameworks, and client-specific security and assurance requirements. The role operates at the intersection of security governance, cloud security engineering, and live service operations, with direct engagement across the client's Security Operations Centre (SOC), internal delivery teams, and third-party vendors. Key responsibilities: Act as the named security authority for the managed service across OPERATE and DEVELOP Own day-to-day operational security posture, risk identification, and continuous improvement Lead security engagement within client Design Authority and Enterprise Architecture forums Manage integration with the client SOC, including security reporting, SIEM alignment, and incident response coordination Oversee security incident management in line with the client Cyber Security Incident Response Plan Own joiner/mover/leaver processes, RBAC, PAM, and monthly access control audits Ensure delivery of security assurance artefacts for internal and external audit requirements Support and coordinate penetration testing, vulnerability management, and disaster recovery exercises Ensure compliance with GDPR / DPA 2018, NCSC IAS5, CAF, and related government standards Maintain and enforce security controls across Oracle Cloud environments and SaaS applications Ensure secure configuration of Oracle ERP (HCM, ERP, EPM) security models including SoD and data access controls Provide regular security reporting to client governance and assurance functions Act as escalation point for all service security risks and vulnerabilities We're looking for: Proven experience as a security lead or accountable security owner on UK Government managed service contracts Strong understanding of NCSC HMG IAS5, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), ISO 27001, and GDPR Hands-on experience integrating with a UK Government SOC, including incident response and security reporting Strong working knowledge of Oracle Cloud security (OCI IAM, Vault, network security, audit, PAM) Experience securing Oracle SaaS applications (ERP, HCM, EPM) including RBAC and segregation of duties Background in operational security, not purely advisory or policy-based roles Experience leading security assurance, audit, and compliance activities in regulated environments Strong stakeholder management skills across technical, operational, and governance audiences Requirements: DV Clearance (essential - must be active or recently held with credible reactivation route) UK National (mandatory) Must be willing to work exclusively within the UK Must be available for hybrid attendance at UK secure sites as required RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
IT Support Engineer (Weekend Shift 4 day working week) Our client is recruiting for an IT Support Engineer to support their customers. You will be based at their head office in Whiteley. You will sit with their knowledgeable Service Desk when at head office, who will fully support you in your day to day. You will be utilising your excellent and prompt customer support skills and will represent our client in a professional and courteous manner over the phone, email and face to face. This role operates on a 4-day working week, Friday through Monday (preferred) or Saturday through Tuesday, with working hours of 8:00am to 6:00pm. Weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday) are worked from home, with weekdays based at the office in Whiteley. About Our Client Join a Trusted Partner for Transformative Managed Technology. Our client are experts in Managed IT, Cyber Security and Communications solutions, on a mission to help small and medium-sized enterprises leverage business technology to achieve their goals. Partnership-focused with a deep and deliberate understanding of customers' strategic goals, their in-house teams tailor their services to suit every client's unique requirement and drive business growth. Through comprehensive offerings, broad technical knowledge and excellent customer service, they ensure your business-critical IT and Communications systems work seamlessly in the background, unleashing you to fulfil your targets. Benefits of working for our client: A competitive salary Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Birthday day Flexi Health plan cover IT Purchasing Scheme Company Pension Free onsite parking and a brilliant breakout room which provides a free breakfast and a pool table Duties and Responsibilities of the IT Support Engineer: To provide excellent customer care and support through efficient and organised ticket management. Providing first response fixes to customers via the phone, face to face, or email. Providing resolution to incidents, requests, and appropriately escalating all others. Ticket triage assessing ticket priorities and escalating when required. Liaising with third parties and customers with regards to incident resolution and requests. Handling customer requests and escalate according to company procedures. Manage work queues and prioritise events, ensuring compliance with SLAs. Assist the service desk team leader in managing the service desk to deliver excellent customer service. Work efficiently and productively to achieve and exceed SLAs and KPIs. Your Previous Experience: Experience with how an ITIL service desk runs. Active Directory configuration and administration. An understanding of Group Policy. General networking skills. An understanding of DNS. Good understanding of Office 365. Good understanding of Microsoft Azure. An understanding of Microsoft Intune. Essential Skills: Excellent communication skills. Organisational skills. Results driven with a proven track record of achieving. Team player. Self-motivated and proactive. Ability to be resilient and to work under pressure. Apply today with an up-to-date CV.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
IT Support Engineer (Weekend Shift 4 day working week) Our client is recruiting for an IT Support Engineer to support their customers. You will be based at their head office in Whiteley. You will sit with their knowledgeable Service Desk when at head office, who will fully support you in your day to day. You will be utilising your excellent and prompt customer support skills and will represent our client in a professional and courteous manner over the phone, email and face to face. This role operates on a 4-day working week, Friday through Monday (preferred) or Saturday through Tuesday, with working hours of 8:00am to 6:00pm. Weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday) are worked from home, with weekdays based at the office in Whiteley. About Our Client Join a Trusted Partner for Transformative Managed Technology. Our client are experts in Managed IT, Cyber Security and Communications solutions, on a mission to help small and medium-sized enterprises leverage business technology to achieve their goals. Partnership-focused with a deep and deliberate understanding of customers' strategic goals, their in-house teams tailor their services to suit every client's unique requirement and drive business growth. Through comprehensive offerings, broad technical knowledge and excellent customer service, they ensure your business-critical IT and Communications systems work seamlessly in the background, unleashing you to fulfil your targets. Benefits of working for our client: A competitive salary Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Birthday day Flexi Health plan cover IT Purchasing Scheme Company Pension Free onsite parking and a brilliant breakout room which provides a free breakfast and a pool table Duties and Responsibilities of the IT Support Engineer: To provide excellent customer care and support through efficient and organised ticket management. Providing first response fixes to customers via the phone, face to face, or email. Providing resolution to incidents, requests, and appropriately escalating all others. Ticket triage assessing ticket priorities and escalating when required. Liaising with third parties and customers with regards to incident resolution and requests. Handling customer requests and escalate according to company procedures. Manage work queues and prioritise events, ensuring compliance with SLAs. Assist the service desk team leader in managing the service desk to deliver excellent customer service. Work efficiently and productively to achieve and exceed SLAs and KPIs. Your Previous Experience: Experience with how an ITIL service desk runs. Active Directory configuration and administration. An understanding of Group Policy. General networking skills. An understanding of DNS. Good understanding of Office 365. Good understanding of Microsoft Azure. An understanding of Microsoft Intune. Essential Skills: Excellent communication skills. Organisational skills. Results driven with a proven track record of achieving. Team player. Self-motivated and proactive. Ability to be resilient and to work under pressure. Apply today with an up-to-date CV.
Education Solutions Consultant Location: Hybrid, with travel to education sites across the UK Working pattern: 2 to 3 days per week from home Role type: Permanent About the company Our client is a fast-growing UK technology group providing managed IT services, cloud, infrastructure, cyber security, communications, and business technology solutions. The business has a strong reputation within the education sector, supporting schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts with secure, scalable, and reliable IT solutions. MFK Recruitment has recruited 46 IT professionals across the group over the past six years, with 31 still employed within the company, reflecting the progression, stability, and long-term opportunities available. The role We are looking for an experienced and technically strong Education Solutions Consultant to design, scope, and support the delivery of technology solutions for schools and Multi-Academy Trusts across the UK. This is a senior technical role sitting between consultancy, pre-sales, solution design, and delivery oversight. It is not purely pre-sales and not purely hands-on delivery. You will take ownership of the technical solution from discovery and design through to high-level delivery oversight and technical sign-off. The successful candidate will ideally have held a senior IT role within education, such as IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, or Education IT Consultant . You will understand how IT operates within schools, academies, or trusts, and be confident engaging with senior stakeholders, internal technical teams, and customers. The role is hybrid, with 2 to 3 days per week from home. You will need a full UK driving licence, access to your own car, and the ability to travel to different education sites across the UK. Key responsibilities Design technical solutions for schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts Lead technical discovery sessions with customers and stakeholders Review existing customer environments and provide roadmap recommendations Produce high-level solution designs, implementation scopes, and technical recommendations Align solutions with DfE Digital and Technology Standards, Cyber Essentials, GDPR, safeguarding considerations, and security best practice Provide high-level oversight during implementation projects Work with Project Engineers and Project Managers to ensure technical delivery quality Act as an escalation point for complex deployments Perform technical sign-off on completed solutions Ensure solutions can be supported by Service Desk and Managed Services teams Produce and maintain solution designs, network diagrams, migration plans, technical standards, and implementation documentation Skills and experience required Previous senior IT experience within the education sector Background as an IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, Education IT Consultant, or similar Strong understanding of school, academy, or Multi-Academy Trust IT environments Experience designing, managing, or improving IT solutions across education sites Strong technical knowledge across networking, infrastructure, cloud, security, and end-user computing Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, Intune, Windows Server, networking, firewalls, wireless, switches, VLANs, and site connectivity Understanding of cyber security requirements within education Ability to engage confidently with school leaders, business managers, IT teams, and technical stakeholders Experience creating technical documentation, scopes, designs, or project recommendations Strong written and verbal communication skills Full UK driving licence, own car, and willingness to travel across the UK Desirable experience Experience working for an education-focused MSP Knowledge of DfE Digital and Technology Standards Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus knowledge Experience supporting tenders, bids, or technical presentations Microsoft, networking, cyber security, or cloud certifications Experience with cloud migrations, wireless refreshes, server upgrades, security improvements, or wider infrastructure projects Personal attributes The successful candidate will be technically strong, consultative, and confident working with education customers. You will understand the pressures and priorities within schools and trusts, and be able to design practical technology solutions that improve reliability, security, and user experience. You will be comfortable speaking with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, explaining recommendations clearly, and taking ownership of the technical solution from discovery through to sign-off.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Education Solutions Consultant Location: Hybrid, with travel to education sites across the UK Working pattern: 2 to 3 days per week from home Role type: Permanent About the company Our client is a fast-growing UK technology group providing managed IT services, cloud, infrastructure, cyber security, communications, and business technology solutions. The business has a strong reputation within the education sector, supporting schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts with secure, scalable, and reliable IT solutions. MFK Recruitment has recruited 46 IT professionals across the group over the past six years, with 31 still employed within the company, reflecting the progression, stability, and long-term opportunities available. The role We are looking for an experienced and technically strong Education Solutions Consultant to design, scope, and support the delivery of technology solutions for schools and Multi-Academy Trusts across the UK. This is a senior technical role sitting between consultancy, pre-sales, solution design, and delivery oversight. It is not purely pre-sales and not purely hands-on delivery. You will take ownership of the technical solution from discovery and design through to high-level delivery oversight and technical sign-off. The successful candidate will ideally have held a senior IT role within education, such as IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, or Education IT Consultant . You will understand how IT operates within schools, academies, or trusts, and be confident engaging with senior stakeholders, internal technical teams, and customers. The role is hybrid, with 2 to 3 days per week from home. You will need a full UK driving licence, access to your own car, and the ability to travel to different education sites across the UK. Key responsibilities Design technical solutions for schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts Lead technical discovery sessions with customers and stakeholders Review existing customer environments and provide roadmap recommendations Produce high-level solution designs, implementation scopes, and technical recommendations Align solutions with DfE Digital and Technology Standards, Cyber Essentials, GDPR, safeguarding considerations, and security best practice Provide high-level oversight during implementation projects Work with Project Engineers and Project Managers to ensure technical delivery quality Act as an escalation point for complex deployments Perform technical sign-off on completed solutions Ensure solutions can be supported by Service Desk and Managed Services teams Produce and maintain solution designs, network diagrams, migration plans, technical standards, and implementation documentation Skills and experience required Previous senior IT experience within the education sector Background as an IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, Education IT Consultant, or similar Strong understanding of school, academy, or Multi-Academy Trust IT environments Experience designing, managing, or improving IT solutions across education sites Strong technical knowledge across networking, infrastructure, cloud, security, and end-user computing Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, Intune, Windows Server, networking, firewalls, wireless, switches, VLANs, and site connectivity Understanding of cyber security requirements within education Ability to engage confidently with school leaders, business managers, IT teams, and technical stakeholders Experience creating technical documentation, scopes, designs, or project recommendations Strong written and verbal communication skills Full UK driving licence, own car, and willingness to travel across the UK Desirable experience Experience working for an education-focused MSP Knowledge of DfE Digital and Technology Standards Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus knowledge Experience supporting tenders, bids, or technical presentations Microsoft, networking, cyber security, or cloud certifications Experience with cloud migrations, wireless refreshes, server upgrades, security improvements, or wider infrastructure projects Personal attributes The successful candidate will be technically strong, consultative, and confident working with education customers. You will understand the pressures and priorities within schools and trusts, and be able to design practical technology solutions that improve reliability, security, and user experience. You will be comfortable speaking with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, explaining recommendations clearly, and taking ownership of the technical solution from discovery through to sign-off.
This is an exciting new opportunity to shape the future of technology and digital capability across five South West charities. We are seeking an exceptional Regional Chief Technology Officer who is motivated by both challenge and purpose; someone who can harness technology to make a tangible difference to how our faith-based charities support church communities Working across the dioceses of Bath & Wells, Bristol, Exeter, Salisbury and Truro, this role offers a rare platform to influence at scale. The successful candidate will lead a region-wide programme of digital transformation and process optimisation, helping modernise systems, strengthen cyber resilience and unlock efficiencies that release resources for mission and ministry. This is not technology for its own sake. We are looking for someone who combines strategic insight with practical delivery; a leader who can translate complex technical possibilities into real-world improvements for staff, clergy and volunteers. You will play a key role in shaping the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, while ensuring strong governance, security and compliance. Please note that, whilst the role will be primarily home-based, the post-holder will be required to travel regularly across the Southwest region, with an onsite presence in each organisation at least once per month. You will be someone who: Has exceptional communication and translation skills, and able to convey complex technical concepts in clear, accessible language and influence a wide range of non-technical stakeholders with confidence. Is a strategic yet pragmatic thinker; someone who sees the big picture and aligns technology with organisational priorities, while remaining hands-on and focused on practical, value-adding solutions. Is a collaborative and emotionally intelligent leader, with the ability to build trust and consensus across diverse stakeholders and cultures, leading change with empathy, credibility and sensitivity. Is resilient and delivery-focused, proactive and self-motivated, with the drive and discipline to deliver complex, multi-year programmes and achieve measurable outcomes. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Develop, articulate, and implement a shared digital transformation and technology strategy that is directly aligned with the overarching mission and strategic goals of the five dioceses. Act as the principal technology advisor to the Diocesan Secretaries and their senior leadership teams. Process Mapping & Optimisation: Lead a comprehensive, collaborative review of key administrative and operational processes within the Diocesan Boards of Finance (DBFs) and in parishes where appropriate. Use process mapping techniques to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement, and then design and implement optimised workflows. AI & Responsible Innovation: Actively research, evaluate, pilot, and implement appropriate AI and automation tools to enhance efficiency, support fundraising, and improve service delivery. Ensure all innovation is undertaken responsibly, ethically, and with a clear focus on tangible benefits. Stakeholder Management & Engagement: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across all five dioceses, including clergy, staff, and volunteers. Foster a culture of digital literacy and champion the benefits of change in a clear, accessible, and empathetic manner. Project & Change Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of technology and process improvement projects, from initial conception and business case development through to delivery, user training, and final handover. Employ robust project management methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Qualifications, Training & Experience: Proven and extensive senior technology leadership experience (e.g., CTO, Head of IT, Director of Digital Transformation) with clear evidence of strategic impact. Relevant degree (or equivalent) in a technology-related discipline, with appropriate professional certifications in technology, architecture, project or change management, and membership of a relevant professional body. Strong track record in business process mapping, analysis and re-engineering delivering measurable efficiency gains. Practical experience evaluating, procuring and implementing modern technology solutions, including cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365), CRM systems and data analytics tools. Experience in the charity, non-profit or similarly complex, values-driven sector is highly desirable. Demonstrable experience of, or well-informed and practical interest in, the responsible and ethical application of AI and automation in an organisational context. Significant experience in technology strategy, budget management, vendor negotiation and delivery of complex, multi-stakeholder programmes. Competencies & Behavioural requirements: Exceptional communicator and translator: Able to convey complex technical concepts in clear, accessible language and influence a wide range of non-technical stakeholders with confidence. Strategic yet pragmatic thinker: Sees the big picture and aligns technology with organisational priorities, while remaining hands-on and focused on practical, value adding solutions. Collaborative and emotionally intelligent leader: Builds trust and consensus across diverse stakeholders and cultures, leading change with empathy, credibility and sensitivity. Resilient and delivery-focused: Proactive and self-motivated, with the drive and discipline to deliver complex, multi-year programmes and achieve measurable outcomes. Culturally astute and values-aware: Demonstrates understanding of, and respect for, the Church of England's context, governance and ethos, navigating the environment with diplomacy and good judgement.
Jun 16, 2026
Seasonal
This is an exciting new opportunity to shape the future of technology and digital capability across five South West charities. We are seeking an exceptional Regional Chief Technology Officer who is motivated by both challenge and purpose; someone who can harness technology to make a tangible difference to how our faith-based charities support church communities Working across the dioceses of Bath & Wells, Bristol, Exeter, Salisbury and Truro, this role offers a rare platform to influence at scale. The successful candidate will lead a region-wide programme of digital transformation and process optimisation, helping modernise systems, strengthen cyber resilience and unlock efficiencies that release resources for mission and ministry. This is not technology for its own sake. We are looking for someone who combines strategic insight with practical delivery; a leader who can translate complex technical possibilities into real-world improvements for staff, clergy and volunteers. You will play a key role in shaping the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, while ensuring strong governance, security and compliance. Please note that, whilst the role will be primarily home-based, the post-holder will be required to travel regularly across the Southwest region, with an onsite presence in each organisation at least once per month. You will be someone who: Has exceptional communication and translation skills, and able to convey complex technical concepts in clear, accessible language and influence a wide range of non-technical stakeholders with confidence. Is a strategic yet pragmatic thinker; someone who sees the big picture and aligns technology with organisational priorities, while remaining hands-on and focused on practical, value-adding solutions. Is a collaborative and emotionally intelligent leader, with the ability to build trust and consensus across diverse stakeholders and cultures, leading change with empathy, credibility and sensitivity. Is resilient and delivery-focused, proactive and self-motivated, with the drive and discipline to deliver complex, multi-year programmes and achieve measurable outcomes. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Develop, articulate, and implement a shared digital transformation and technology strategy that is directly aligned with the overarching mission and strategic goals of the five dioceses. Act as the principal technology advisor to the Diocesan Secretaries and their senior leadership teams. Process Mapping & Optimisation: Lead a comprehensive, collaborative review of key administrative and operational processes within the Diocesan Boards of Finance (DBFs) and in parishes where appropriate. Use process mapping techniques to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement, and then design and implement optimised workflows. AI & Responsible Innovation: Actively research, evaluate, pilot, and implement appropriate AI and automation tools to enhance efficiency, support fundraising, and improve service delivery. Ensure all innovation is undertaken responsibly, ethically, and with a clear focus on tangible benefits. Stakeholder Management & Engagement: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across all five dioceses, including clergy, staff, and volunteers. Foster a culture of digital literacy and champion the benefits of change in a clear, accessible, and empathetic manner. Project & Change Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of technology and process improvement projects, from initial conception and business case development through to delivery, user training, and final handover. Employ robust project management methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Qualifications, Training & Experience: Proven and extensive senior technology leadership experience (e.g., CTO, Head of IT, Director of Digital Transformation) with clear evidence of strategic impact. Relevant degree (or equivalent) in a technology-related discipline, with appropriate professional certifications in technology, architecture, project or change management, and membership of a relevant professional body. Strong track record in business process mapping, analysis and re-engineering delivering measurable efficiency gains. Practical experience evaluating, procuring and implementing modern technology solutions, including cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365), CRM systems and data analytics tools. Experience in the charity, non-profit or similarly complex, values-driven sector is highly desirable. Demonstrable experience of, or well-informed and practical interest in, the responsible and ethical application of AI and automation in an organisational context. Significant experience in technology strategy, budget management, vendor negotiation and delivery of complex, multi-stakeholder programmes. Competencies & Behavioural requirements: Exceptional communicator and translator: Able to convey complex technical concepts in clear, accessible language and influence a wide range of non-technical stakeholders with confidence. Strategic yet pragmatic thinker: Sees the big picture and aligns technology with organisational priorities, while remaining hands-on and focused on practical, value adding solutions. Collaborative and emotionally intelligent leader: Builds trust and consensus across diverse stakeholders and cultures, leading change with empathy, credibility and sensitivity. Resilient and delivery-focused: Proactive and self-motivated, with the drive and discipline to deliver complex, multi-year programmes and achieve measurable outcomes. Culturally astute and values-aware: Demonstrates understanding of, and respect for, the Church of England's context, governance and ethos, navigating the environment with diplomacy and good judgement.
A job opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Programme Manager to join a highly established organisation during a period of rapid technical and business transformation. Reporting to the Head of Programme Management, you will take responsibility for managing and delivering a critical, multi-year programme of IT/Technology transformation and cyber security projects. You will liaise with several key senior stakeholders, successfully influencing key decision making to ensure the IT Security Programme of works is initiated and delivered within the required timelines. Working as part of an innovative and fast-paced IT team, you will be responsible for line managing a team of three IT Project Managers, whilst taking ownership for the overall programme of work. You will work closely with Project Managers, PMO, IT Business Analysts, key business sponsors and key stakeholders to support project definition, to initiative, plan and deliver projects, demonstrating strong governance and reporting progress tracking to plan. Furthermore, you will take ownership of the IT Programme of project work and ensure delivery to time, budget, and quality measures. You will work alongside IT Team colleagues to review business requirements and suggest appropriate solutions, manage any external tender selection events with the procurement team and support investment sign off to help shape project business cases. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate: A proven track record of having worked as an IT Programme Manager, including experience of having delivered highly regulated projects/programmes You should ideally have experience working in the Utilities sector / experience of delivering IT solutions in or for utilities clients Have experience at managing a portfolio of projects and/or a programme of works in a largely outsourced environment Have extensive programme or portfolio management implementation experience, being able to control and deliver a programme or portfolio to time and budget requirements IT Programme/Portfolio Delivery experience Project implementation expertise Contractual/Commercial awareness and experience Process and Governance design and implementation expertise Degree level educated PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent Project Management qualification is essential Experience of tools such as MS DevOps, JIRA, MS Project Planner, etc. This position offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme (5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution) Bonus scheme 14 x salary Life Insurance Flexible benefits scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance and health cash-plans Access to Financial Wellbeing Programme Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Flexible/hybrid working options If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV or contact me for a confidential discussion. 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)
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
A job opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Programme Manager to join a highly established organisation during a period of rapid technical and business transformation. Reporting to the Head of Programme Management, you will take responsibility for managing and delivering a critical, multi-year programme of IT/Technology transformation and cyber security projects. You will liaise with several key senior stakeholders, successfully influencing key decision making to ensure the IT Security Programme of works is initiated and delivered within the required timelines. Working as part of an innovative and fast-paced IT team, you will be responsible for line managing a team of three IT Project Managers, whilst taking ownership for the overall programme of work. You will work closely with Project Managers, PMO, IT Business Analysts, key business sponsors and key stakeholders to support project definition, to initiative, plan and deliver projects, demonstrating strong governance and reporting progress tracking to plan. Furthermore, you will take ownership of the IT Programme of project work and ensure delivery to time, budget, and quality measures. You will work alongside IT Team colleagues to review business requirements and suggest appropriate solutions, manage any external tender selection events with the procurement team and support investment sign off to help shape project business cases. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate: A proven track record of having worked as an IT Programme Manager, including experience of having delivered highly regulated projects/programmes You should ideally have experience working in the Utilities sector / experience of delivering IT solutions in or for utilities clients Have experience at managing a portfolio of projects and/or a programme of works in a largely outsourced environment Have extensive programme or portfolio management implementation experience, being able to control and deliver a programme or portfolio to time and budget requirements IT Programme/Portfolio Delivery experience Project implementation expertise Contractual/Commercial awareness and experience Process and Governance design and implementation expertise Degree level educated PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent Project Management qualification is essential Experience of tools such as MS DevOps, JIRA, MS Project Planner, etc. This position offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme (5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution) Bonus scheme 14 x salary Life Insurance Flexible benefits scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance and health cash-plans Access to Financial Wellbeing Programme Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Flexible/hybrid working options If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV or contact me for a confidential discussion. 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)
Head of Business Development and Sales Location: UK Wide, commutable to Stokenchurch HP14 3SX Salary: £70K - £90k DOE + Bonus and Car Allowance Contract: Full time, Permanent Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world At DEKRA we deal with future topics in every field of work: from vehicle inspection to cyber security, from product testing to clean energies or from automated driving to artificial intelligence. We anticipate technical developments early on and drive industry transformation as thought leaders. For the exciting tasks that lie ahead we are looking for skilled and passionate people who want to grow and achieve their best in a global team. Enthusiasts wanting to do meaningful work and to make a contribution as a trusted partner for our clients and for society. People like you. A Day in the Life and the Impact You ll Make: As Head of Business Development and Sales at DEKRA Automotive, your day is fast-paced and commercially driven, shaping and executing the UK s sales and marketing strategy, driving a strong pipeline, and leading a high-performing team to exceed ambitious revenue targets. You balance strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, from strengthening key global and strategic client relationships to coaching your team, refining Salesforce-led processes, and identifying new markets, sectors, and service opportunities. The impact you make is significant: accelerating sustainable growth, expanding market presence, building a scalable and capable sales organisation, and ensuring DEKRA delivers exceptional value and trusted expertise to every client. What You ll Do: • Lead and execute the UK sales and marketing strategy, driving pipeline growth and delivering against ambitious revenue targets. • Own and optimise the sales lifecycle, including CRM (Salesforce), forecasting, reporting, and performance metrics. • Build, manage, and develop a high-performing, scalable Business Development and Sales team. • Grow and manage key strategic client relationships while collaborating with global teams to win and deliver new business. • Identify and unlock new market sectors, services, and cross-selling opportunities to expand DEKRA s market presence. What You ll Bring: • 10+ years experience in technical sales, including leading and developing high-performing sales teams. • Proven track record of building and delivering a sustainable £5M £10M+ sales pipeline and achieving revenue growth. • Strong experience in CRM/ERP systems (e.g. Salesforce, SAP) and managing structured sales processes and forecasting. • Demonstrated success in consultative selling, solving complex customer challenges through innovative solutions. • Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills across all organisational levels. Nice to Have: • Experience developing and launching new products or services in evolving or emerging markets. • Background in managing a wide range of contract values (£10k £10M) and complex commercial arrangements. • International exposure, with the ability to collaborate across global teams and cultures. • Additional language skills (e.g. French or German). • High cultural awareness and a collaborative, people-centric leadership style. What You ll Receive for the Value You Bring: • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays • Holiday buy and sell scheme • Private health insurance • Pension contribution • Employee referral scheme • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme • Eye test vouchers • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Let's create a safer world today. Apply now and join a team that values your expertise and passion. At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Head of Business Development and Sales Location: UK Wide, commutable to Stokenchurch HP14 3SX Salary: £70K - £90k DOE + Bonus and Car Allowance Contract: Full time, Permanent Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world At DEKRA we deal with future topics in every field of work: from vehicle inspection to cyber security, from product testing to clean energies or from automated driving to artificial intelligence. We anticipate technical developments early on and drive industry transformation as thought leaders. For the exciting tasks that lie ahead we are looking for skilled and passionate people who want to grow and achieve their best in a global team. Enthusiasts wanting to do meaningful work and to make a contribution as a trusted partner for our clients and for society. People like you. A Day in the Life and the Impact You ll Make: As Head of Business Development and Sales at DEKRA Automotive, your day is fast-paced and commercially driven, shaping and executing the UK s sales and marketing strategy, driving a strong pipeline, and leading a high-performing team to exceed ambitious revenue targets. You balance strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, from strengthening key global and strategic client relationships to coaching your team, refining Salesforce-led processes, and identifying new markets, sectors, and service opportunities. The impact you make is significant: accelerating sustainable growth, expanding market presence, building a scalable and capable sales organisation, and ensuring DEKRA delivers exceptional value and trusted expertise to every client. What You ll Do: • Lead and execute the UK sales and marketing strategy, driving pipeline growth and delivering against ambitious revenue targets. • Own and optimise the sales lifecycle, including CRM (Salesforce), forecasting, reporting, and performance metrics. • Build, manage, and develop a high-performing, scalable Business Development and Sales team. • Grow and manage key strategic client relationships while collaborating with global teams to win and deliver new business. • Identify and unlock new market sectors, services, and cross-selling opportunities to expand DEKRA s market presence. What You ll Bring: • 10+ years experience in technical sales, including leading and developing high-performing sales teams. • Proven track record of building and delivering a sustainable £5M £10M+ sales pipeline and achieving revenue growth. • Strong experience in CRM/ERP systems (e.g. Salesforce, SAP) and managing structured sales processes and forecasting. • Demonstrated success in consultative selling, solving complex customer challenges through innovative solutions. • Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills across all organisational levels. Nice to Have: • Experience developing and launching new products or services in evolving or emerging markets. • Background in managing a wide range of contract values (£10k £10M) and complex commercial arrangements. • International exposure, with the ability to collaborate across global teams and cultures. • Additional language skills (e.g. French or German). • High cultural awareness and a collaborative, people-centric leadership style. What You ll Receive for the Value You Bring: • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays • Holiday buy and sell scheme • Private health insurance • Pension contribution • Employee referral scheme • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme • Eye test vouchers • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Let's create a safer world today. Apply now and join a team that values your expertise and passion. At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.
NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group
Helensburgh, Dunbartonshire
IT Analyst Garelochhead, Helensburgh Are you an IT professional with experience supporting users across a range of technical abilities? Do you enjoy troubleshooting issues and improving IT systems in a hands-on environment? Would you like a role where you can develop your infrastructure skills while contributing to a secure and resilient IT function? What's in it for you? 30,000 basic salary 30 days holiday plus bank holidays Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days of annual leave Pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution (7% employee contribution) Hybrid working pattern - Monday to Thursday on site, Friday working from home Opportunity to work across a varied, multi-site organisation supporting around 300 users What will you be doing? Providing day-to-day support for the organisation's IT infrastructure and end users Resolving and escalating technical issues in a timely manner Monitoring systems to ensure security measures remain effective against cyber threats Supporting the administration and maintenance of business systems and IT services Managing the ordering, configuration and deployment of end-user hardware Liaising with third-party software, hardware and support providers Maintaining technical documentation, records and recovery procedures Supporting IT projects, including coordinating implementations when required Assisting with backup management and system recovery planning Identifying and resolving potential compatibility issues across the IT environment Ensuring IT policies and change management processes are followed Where you'll be doing it You'll be joining a well-established organisation operating critical infrastructure across multiple sites throughout the UK. Working from a site close to Faslane, you'll become part of a small, friendly IT team focused on delivering reliable, secure and fit-for-purpose technology services that support the wider business. What you'll need Relevant IT qualification or demonstrable experience within an IT support or infrastructure environment Typically 1-2 years' experience in a technical IT role such as 1st/2nd Line Support, Desktop Support or Junior Systems Administration Experience supporting users with varying levels of technical knowledge Good understanding of Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft 365 applications Experience performing basic Active Directory tasks, including user creation, password resets and group membership management Knowledge of basic networking concepts, including DNS, DHCP and IP addressing Experience configuring and troubleshooting laptops and desktop devices Ability to create and maintain clear documentation and accurate records Understanding of Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud services, with a willingness to expand your knowledge Willingness to learn and support technologies including SharePoint Online, Intune/Endpoint Manager and Group Policy Comfortable working with third-party support providers Full UK driving licence, with flexibility to travel occasionally to other UK sites including overnight stays when required Ability to commute to Garelochhead within approximately 45 minutes to one hour We appreciate your CV may not be up to date. No problem, just apply and we can deal with that later. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
IT Analyst Garelochhead, Helensburgh Are you an IT professional with experience supporting users across a range of technical abilities? Do you enjoy troubleshooting issues and improving IT systems in a hands-on environment? Would you like a role where you can develop your infrastructure skills while contributing to a secure and resilient IT function? What's in it for you? 30,000 basic salary 30 days holiday plus bank holidays Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days of annual leave Pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution (7% employee contribution) Hybrid working pattern - Monday to Thursday on site, Friday working from home Opportunity to work across a varied, multi-site organisation supporting around 300 users What will you be doing? Providing day-to-day support for the organisation's IT infrastructure and end users Resolving and escalating technical issues in a timely manner Monitoring systems to ensure security measures remain effective against cyber threats Supporting the administration and maintenance of business systems and IT services Managing the ordering, configuration and deployment of end-user hardware Liaising with third-party software, hardware and support providers Maintaining technical documentation, records and recovery procedures Supporting IT projects, including coordinating implementations when required Assisting with backup management and system recovery planning Identifying and resolving potential compatibility issues across the IT environment Ensuring IT policies and change management processes are followed Where you'll be doing it You'll be joining a well-established organisation operating critical infrastructure across multiple sites throughout the UK. Working from a site close to Faslane, you'll become part of a small, friendly IT team focused on delivering reliable, secure and fit-for-purpose technology services that support the wider business. What you'll need Relevant IT qualification or demonstrable experience within an IT support or infrastructure environment Typically 1-2 years' experience in a technical IT role such as 1st/2nd Line Support, Desktop Support or Junior Systems Administration Experience supporting users with varying levels of technical knowledge Good understanding of Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft 365 applications Experience performing basic Active Directory tasks, including user creation, password resets and group membership management Knowledge of basic networking concepts, including DNS, DHCP and IP addressing Experience configuring and troubleshooting laptops and desktop devices Ability to create and maintain clear documentation and accurate records Understanding of Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud services, with a willingness to expand your knowledge Willingness to learn and support technologies including SharePoint Online, Intune/Endpoint Manager and Group Policy Comfortable working with third-party support providers Full UK driving licence, with flexibility to travel occasionally to other UK sites including overnight stays when required Ability to commute to Garelochhead within approximately 45 minutes to one hour We appreciate your CV may not be up to date. No problem, just apply and we can deal with that later. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.
Education Solutions Consultant Location: Hybrid, with travel to education sites across the UK Working pattern: 2 to 3 days per week from home Role type: Permanent About the company Our client is a fast-growing UK technology group providing managed IT services, cloud, infrastructure, cyber security, communications, and business technology solutions. The business has a strong reputation within the education sector, supporting schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts with secure, scalable, and reliable IT solutions. MFK Recruitment has recruited 46 IT professionals across the group over the past six years, with 31 still employed within the company , reflecting the progression, stability, and long-term opportunities available. The role We are looking for an experienced and technically strong Education Solutions Consultant to design, scope, and support the delivery of technology solutions for schools and Multi-Academy Trusts across the UK. This is a senior technical role sitting between consultancy, pre-sales, solution design, and delivery oversight. It is not purely pre-sales and not purely hands-on delivery. You will take ownership of the technical solution from discovery and design through to high-level delivery oversight and technical sign-off. The successful candidate will ideally have held a senior IT role within education, such as IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, or Education IT Consultant . You will understand how IT operates within schools, academies, or trusts, and be confident engaging with senior stakeholders, internal technical teams, and customers. The role is hybrid, with 2 to 3 days per week from home. You will need a full UK driving licence, access to your own car, and the ability to travel to different education sites across the UK. Key responsibilities Design technical solutions for schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts Lead technical discovery sessions with customers and stakeholders Review existing customer environments and provide roadmap recommendations Produce high-level solution designs, implementation scopes, and technical recommendations Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, supportable, and commercially viable Align solutions with DfE Digital and Technology Standards, Cyber Essentials, GDPR, safeguarding considerations, and security best practice Support Sales and Account Management teams with tenders, bids, workshops, presentations, and technical discussions Translate customer requirements into deliverable technical solutions Assist with technical quotations and bill of materials Provide high-level oversight during implementation projects Work with Project Engineers and Project Managers to ensure technical delivery quality Act as an escalation point for complex deployments Perform technical sign-off on completed solutions Ensure solutions can be supported by Service Desk and Managed Services teams Produce and maintain solution designs, network diagrams, migration plans, technical standards, and implementation documentation Skills and experience required Previous senior IT experience within the education sector Background as an IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, Education IT Consultant, or similar Strong understanding of school, academy, or Multi-Academy Trust IT environments Experience designing, managing, or improving IT solutions across education sites Strong technical knowledge across networking, infrastructure, cloud, security, and end-user computing Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, Intune, Windows Server, networking, firewalls, wireless, switches, VLANs, and site connectivity Understanding of cyber security requirements within education Ability to engage confidently with school leaders, business managers, IT teams, and technical stakeholders Experience creating technical documentation, scopes, designs, or project recommendations Strong written and verbal communication skills Full UK driving licence, own car, and willingness to travel across the UK Desirable experience Experience working for an education-focused MSP Knowledge of DfE Digital and Technology Standards Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus knowledge Experience supporting tenders, bids, or technical presentations Microsoft, networking, cyber security, or cloud certifications Experience with cloud migrations, wireless refreshes, server upgrades, security improvements, or wider infrastructure projects Personal attributes The successful candidate will be technically strong, consultative, and confident working with education customers. You will understand the pressures and priorities within schools and trusts, and be able to design practical technology solutions that improve reliability, security, and user experience. You will be comfortable speaking with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, explaining recommendations clearly, and taking ownership of the technical solution from discovery through to sign-off. Why apply? Senior education-focused technology consultancy role Hybrid working, with 2 to 3 days per week from home Opportunity to work with schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts across the UK Broad role covering solution design, consultancy, pre-sales, and delivery oversight Excellent progression opportunities within a growing UK technology group MFK Recruitment has placed 46 IT professionals across the group in the past six years, with 31 still with the business
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Education Solutions Consultant Location: Hybrid, with travel to education sites across the UK Working pattern: 2 to 3 days per week from home Role type: Permanent About the company Our client is a fast-growing UK technology group providing managed IT services, cloud, infrastructure, cyber security, communications, and business technology solutions. The business has a strong reputation within the education sector, supporting schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts with secure, scalable, and reliable IT solutions. MFK Recruitment has recruited 46 IT professionals across the group over the past six years, with 31 still employed within the company , reflecting the progression, stability, and long-term opportunities available. The role We are looking for an experienced and technically strong Education Solutions Consultant to design, scope, and support the delivery of technology solutions for schools and Multi-Academy Trusts across the UK. This is a senior technical role sitting between consultancy, pre-sales, solution design, and delivery oversight. It is not purely pre-sales and not purely hands-on delivery. You will take ownership of the technical solution from discovery and design through to high-level delivery oversight and technical sign-off. The successful candidate will ideally have held a senior IT role within education, such as IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, or Education IT Consultant . You will understand how IT operates within schools, academies, or trusts, and be confident engaging with senior stakeholders, internal technical teams, and customers. The role is hybrid, with 2 to 3 days per week from home. You will need a full UK driving licence, access to your own car, and the ability to travel to different education sites across the UK. Key responsibilities Design technical solutions for schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts Lead technical discovery sessions with customers and stakeholders Review existing customer environments and provide roadmap recommendations Produce high-level solution designs, implementation scopes, and technical recommendations Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, supportable, and commercially viable Align solutions with DfE Digital and Technology Standards, Cyber Essentials, GDPR, safeguarding considerations, and security best practice Support Sales and Account Management teams with tenders, bids, workshops, presentations, and technical discussions Translate customer requirements into deliverable technical solutions Assist with technical quotations and bill of materials Provide high-level oversight during implementation projects Work with Project Engineers and Project Managers to ensure technical delivery quality Act as an escalation point for complex deployments Perform technical sign-off on completed solutions Ensure solutions can be supported by Service Desk and Managed Services teams Produce and maintain solution designs, network diagrams, migration plans, technical standards, and implementation documentation Skills and experience required Previous senior IT experience within the education sector Background as an IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, Education IT Consultant, or similar Strong understanding of school, academy, or Multi-Academy Trust IT environments Experience designing, managing, or improving IT solutions across education sites Strong technical knowledge across networking, infrastructure, cloud, security, and end-user computing Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, Intune, Windows Server, networking, firewalls, wireless, switches, VLANs, and site connectivity Understanding of cyber security requirements within education Ability to engage confidently with school leaders, business managers, IT teams, and technical stakeholders Experience creating technical documentation, scopes, designs, or project recommendations Strong written and verbal communication skills Full UK driving licence, own car, and willingness to travel across the UK Desirable experience Experience working for an education-focused MSP Knowledge of DfE Digital and Technology Standards Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus knowledge Experience supporting tenders, bids, or technical presentations Microsoft, networking, cyber security, or cloud certifications Experience with cloud migrations, wireless refreshes, server upgrades, security improvements, or wider infrastructure projects Personal attributes The successful candidate will be technically strong, consultative, and confident working with education customers. You will understand the pressures and priorities within schools and trusts, and be able to design practical technology solutions that improve reliability, security, and user experience. You will be comfortable speaking with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, explaining recommendations clearly, and taking ownership of the technical solution from discovery through to sign-off. Why apply? Senior education-focused technology consultancy role Hybrid working, with 2 to 3 days per week from home Opportunity to work with schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts across the UK Broad role covering solution design, consultancy, pre-sales, and delivery oversight Excellent progression opportunities within a growing UK technology group MFK Recruitment has placed 46 IT professionals across the group in the past six years, with 31 still with the business
Job Title: EC&I Technician Location: Knowsley, Liverpool (UK-wide travel required) Salary: Realistic OTE £80,900+ (see breakdown below) Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Overview Technical Partners are working with a leading UK energy business to recruit an EC&I Technician to join their engineering team. Reporting to the Head of Engineering Services, you will be responsible for designing, developing, installing, and commissioning control systems and instrumentation. These systems support monitoring and control across customer sites and operational depots nationwide. This is a field-based role with significant UK travel (typically 3 nights away per week) , offering strong earning potential and exposure to complex industrial and energy infrastructure projects. Our client is committed to safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions and is actively investing in renewable technologies, aiming to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2040 . Working Pattern Monday-Thursday: 11.5 hours per day (typically 6:00am - 6:00pm) Friday: 7.5 hours (shorter day due to travel) Total: 53.5 hours per week The business actively manages fatigue and wellbeing, ensuring hours remain sustainable given the travel requirements. Earnings & Pay Structure Realistic Earnings (OTE) Base + regular overtime: £72,300 Away allowance (3 nights/week): £8,640 Total OTE: £80,900+ This reflects consistent, repeatable earnings -not inflated by excessive overtime. Pay Breakdown 40 hours standard time: £23.08 per hour 13.5 hours overtime (OT1): £34.62 per hour Overnight allowance: £60 per night (£30 accommodation + £30 meals) Typical weekly allowance: £180 Benefits Company vehicle + fuel card All tools and equipment provided Pension scheme Life Assurance (x4 salary) Discretionary bonus scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays + option to buy up to 5 extra days 26 weeks full pay maternity/paternity leave Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing support) Funded eye care and flu jabs Access to employee discounts platform (900+ retailers) Volunteering days Fully funded training via apprenticeship levy Key Responsibilities Install and service process control, safety, and energy systems Diagnose and repair faults across: Electrical installations PLCs Motors, valves, and lighting Gas and flame detection systems Read and interpret: Electrical schematics P&IDs Functional Design Specifications (FDS) Design and develop new control systems Support commissioning and start-up of new facilities Participate in: HAZOP LOPA SIL studies FAT/SAT testing Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and safety standards What We're Looking For Essential Time-served EC&I or Electrical apprenticeship Level 3 NVQ Electrical or BTEC in Instrumentation & Control Engineering 18th Edition CompEx EX01-EX04 Technical Skills PLC programming (Siemens Step7 / TIA Portal) Industrial communications (MODBUS, Profibus, Profinet) Hazardous area electrical systems Instrumentation calibration (pressure, level, flow, temperature) Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability Additional Skills Strong problem-solving ability Good IT literacy Excellent communication skills Willingness to travel extensively across the UK Desirable SCADA or DCS experience TÜV Functional Safety certification IPAF / PASMA Key Takeaway This is a high-earning, field-based EC&I role offering: Genuine £80k+ earning potential Structured, sustainable overtime (not excessive hours) Long-term career development in a growing energy and renewables sector Exposure to technically complex, UK-wide projects
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Job Title: EC&I Technician Location: Knowsley, Liverpool (UK-wide travel required) Salary: Realistic OTE £80,900+ (see breakdown below) Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Overview Technical Partners are working with a leading UK energy business to recruit an EC&I Technician to join their engineering team. Reporting to the Head of Engineering Services, you will be responsible for designing, developing, installing, and commissioning control systems and instrumentation. These systems support monitoring and control across customer sites and operational depots nationwide. This is a field-based role with significant UK travel (typically 3 nights away per week) , offering strong earning potential and exposure to complex industrial and energy infrastructure projects. Our client is committed to safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions and is actively investing in renewable technologies, aiming to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2040 . Working Pattern Monday-Thursday: 11.5 hours per day (typically 6:00am - 6:00pm) Friday: 7.5 hours (shorter day due to travel) Total: 53.5 hours per week The business actively manages fatigue and wellbeing, ensuring hours remain sustainable given the travel requirements. Earnings & Pay Structure Realistic Earnings (OTE) Base + regular overtime: £72,300 Away allowance (3 nights/week): £8,640 Total OTE: £80,900+ This reflects consistent, repeatable earnings -not inflated by excessive overtime. Pay Breakdown 40 hours standard time: £23.08 per hour 13.5 hours overtime (OT1): £34.62 per hour Overnight allowance: £60 per night (£30 accommodation + £30 meals) Typical weekly allowance: £180 Benefits Company vehicle + fuel card All tools and equipment provided Pension scheme Life Assurance (x4 salary) Discretionary bonus scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays + option to buy up to 5 extra days 26 weeks full pay maternity/paternity leave Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing support) Funded eye care and flu jabs Access to employee discounts platform (900+ retailers) Volunteering days Fully funded training via apprenticeship levy Key Responsibilities Install and service process control, safety, and energy systems Diagnose and repair faults across: Electrical installations PLCs Motors, valves, and lighting Gas and flame detection systems Read and interpret: Electrical schematics P&IDs Functional Design Specifications (FDS) Design and develop new control systems Support commissioning and start-up of new facilities Participate in: HAZOP LOPA SIL studies FAT/SAT testing Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and safety standards What We're Looking For Essential Time-served EC&I or Electrical apprenticeship Level 3 NVQ Electrical or BTEC in Instrumentation & Control Engineering 18th Edition CompEx EX01-EX04 Technical Skills PLC programming (Siemens Step7 / TIA Portal) Industrial communications (MODBUS, Profibus, Profinet) Hazardous area electrical systems Instrumentation calibration (pressure, level, flow, temperature) Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability Additional Skills Strong problem-solving ability Good IT literacy Excellent communication skills Willingness to travel extensively across the UK Desirable SCADA or DCS experience TÜV Functional Safety certification IPAF / PASMA Key Takeaway This is a high-earning, field-based EC&I role offering: Genuine £80k+ earning potential Structured, sustainable overtime (not excessive hours) Long-term career development in a growing energy and renewables sector Exposure to technically complex, UK-wide projects
