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Head of Office Estates - Temporary Start Date - August Based in Swindon 30.45 - 32.05 per hour Monday - Friday - Full Time Initial 3-month temporary assignment - can extend Tate are recruiting on behalf of an organisation that champions and protects historic places and acts as the government's statutory adviser on the historic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation dedicated to helping people understand, value and care for England's heritage. We are seeking an experienced Head of Office Estates to lead the management and operation of a busy office property portfolio. This is a senior temporary opportunity suited to a confident estates professional with strong landlord and tenant expertise, excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to lead a customer-focused team. The successful candidate will oversee the Office Estates function, ensuring legal, statutory and financial obligations are met while delivering a professional and responsive service to internal stakeholders, external partners and tenants. Key responsibilities Lead and manage the Office Estates team, setting clear objectives and ensuring delivery against priorities, deadlines and service standards. Manage the office property portfolio, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, licences, wayleaves, easements and tenancies. Take the lead on landlord and tenant matters, including lease negotiations, notices, covenants, tenant billing, due diligence and compliance obligations. Control departmental budgets, ensuring spend is aligned to priorities and managed in line with procurement and financial procedures. Work closely with facilities management teams, professional advisers, legal advisers and key stakeholders to resolve property and estate matters. Ensure legal, statutory and financial responsibilities are met, including business rates, tenant leases and associated reporting requirements. Identify opportunities to maximise income generation from the office estate. Ensure relevant government reports and returns are completed accurately and submitted on time. Essential experience and skills MRICS qualified with broad estates management experience. Strong landlord and tenant experience, including lease management and negotiation. Experience or knowledge of business rates. Proven experience of procurement, contract negotiation and budget management. Strong people management skills, with the ability to lead, develop and motivate a team. Excellent influencing, negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to deliver against deadlines, manage competing priorities and operate at both strategic and operational levels. Computer literate, proactive, pragmatic and customer focused. Desirable experience Experience preparing specifications for repair works and/or building surveying. Experience of working with government property frameworks or public sector estate requirements. About you You will be a confident estates professional who can quickly take ownership of a complex portfolio and provide clear, practical guidance on landlord and tenant matters. You will bring strong commercial awareness, sound judgement and the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, tenants, advisers and suppliers. Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

SERVICE ADVISOR Location: Swindon Salary: £30,000 Basic Salary OTE £34,000 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Looking for a role where your customer service skills are recognised, your career can continue to progress, and you can become part of a supportive dealership team? If you're an experienced Service Advisor looking for your next opportunity, this is an excellent chance to join a busy and well-established dealership in Swindon. Offering a competitive basic salary, achievable bonus, and a friendly working environment, you'll become an integral part of a professional aftersales team that prides itself on delivering outstanding customer service. As the first point of contact for customers, you'll play a key role in ensuring every customer receives a first-class experience while helping the workshop operate efficiently and profitably. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? £30,000 Basic Salary OTE £34,000 Bonus Scheme Ongoing Training & Development Career Progression Opportunities Supportive Team Environment Modern Dealership Facilities Stable, Full-Time Permanent Position THE ROLE As a Service Advisor, you'll be responsible for delivering an exceptional customer experience while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the service department. Key responsibilities include: Booking customer vehicles in for servicing, maintenance, and repairs Liaising with the workshop to ensure efficient scheduling and workshop loading Keeping customers informed throughout the repair process Advising customers on additional work required and associated costs Upselling service plans, maintenance work, and aftersales products where appropriate Preparing estimates, invoices, and service documentation accurately Working closely with the workshop team to ensure vehicles are completed on time Delivering outstanding customer service from vehicle drop-off through to collection ABOUT YOU We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate: Previous experience as a Service Advisor within the automotive industry Experience using Kerridge, 1Link, Pinnacle, or a similar Dealer Management System (DMS) A proven track record of upselling additional work, service plans, and aftersales products Excellent customer service and communication skills Strong organisational skills with the ability to work effectively in a busy environment A positive, professional, and team-focused attitude Full UK Manual Driving Licence (subject to licence checks) Alternative job titles may include: Service Advisor, Senior Service Advisor, Aftersales Advisor, Customer Service Advisor, Service Reception Advisor or Automotive Service Advisor. APPLY TODAY This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful dealership that values exceptional customer service, invests in its people, and offers genuine opportunities for long-term career progression. If you're an experienced Service Advisor looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Interested in finding out more? Apply today or contact Howard at Auto Skills for a confidential discussion about this Service Advisor opportunity, quoting job reference 54299.

Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a leading, recognised & successful Global Financial Services Group to recruit for a dynamic & experienced Deputy Accounting Manager based in Swindon, Wiltshire. The role reports directly into the Client Accounting Manager, in a varied role involving financial accounting, management accounting/reporting, statutory reporting, financial analysis and fund accounting processes. The role will also involve supervising and supporting a small finance team. A varied and hands-on accounting role best suited to a part-qualified/newly qualified Accountant who really wants to add value and develop further in their finance career. Open to both candidates from accountancy practice and industry. Generous and competitive benefits package on offer. Your new role Your key duties will involve deputising for the Client Accounting Manager, including supervising a small finance team, supporting the team with their ongoing development and training. You will review and sign off annual statutory financial statements, prepare monthly Management Accounts, including the analysis and reconciliation of the Balance Sheet and Income Statement General Ledger items. Prepare supporting documents/workings, liaison with internal/external auditors resolving any queries, along with reviewing management information including liquidity forecasts. You will review quarterly VAT returns, general ledger reconciliations and submission to HMRC. You will analyse performance statistics, provide management information for board papers, account for property purchases/sales including VAT treatment, along with providing fund updates to internal management. You will be involved in process improvement projects and ad-hoc financial duties to support further business growth. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this varied Deputy Accounting Manager role, you will need to have some experience in a similar position. Part-qualified/qualified ACA, CIMA, ACCA with knowledge of management and financial accounting. You will be a self-starter, deadline-driven, team player who can also work on your own initiative. You will have solid accounting skills to interpret variances, along with being a concise/strong communicator to build internal/external relationships at all levels. You will have strong MS Excel skills, with a customer-focused approach and comfortable using a range of accounting systems. You will have experience managing junior members of a finance team, supervising or team leader experience will be sufficient. You will be used to managing workloads to meet competing deadlines. Experience within the financial service environment, fund accounting, asset accounting would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This permanent Deputy Accounting Manager role offers a salary up to 53,000 per annum, dependable on experience based in Swindon, Wiltshire. This permanent position includes a bonus of up to 10 %, career development opportunities, a study package for financial qualifications if applicable, remote/office hybrid working (4 days on-site, 1 day remote), flexible working hours, a generous holiday allowance, a holiday buy scheme, private medical cover, group income protection, group life assurance, contributed pension scheme up 12 % and additional flexible benefits. A great opportunity to really add value to a successful and recognised Financial Services Group. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Are you a proactive individual with a passion for sales, customer service, or offers a Graduate background? Our client, is looking for a candidate, based in Wiltshire who is looking for a Business Advisor to join their dynamic regional team. This role is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract , the job entails visiting a variety of retail outlets within your designated region. Your primary responsibilities include building relationships with shop decision-makers, educating staff about your current and new products, negotiating agreements, and ensuring product availability. The role demands proactive planning, data collection and analysis, and achieving clear KPIs such as store visits, product availability, and distribution. Flexibility to stay overnight and adapt to business priorities is essential, as activities will vary based on regional needs and product launches. You will drive sales, promote retailer engagement, and support category management activities, all within a target-driven environment. A desire to succeed, be target driven and customer focused. Highly accurate with excellent attention to detail Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines Have the ability to build strong business relationships A well-developed range of interpersonal and communication skills Self-motivated and able to use judgement and initiative Able to demonstrate initiative and a positive can do attitude Proficiency in Microsoft Office This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate looking for a career in Sales. The role provides competitive salary packages and benefits, along with the chance to work in a supportive and innovative team. If you are a driven sales, customer service, or retail professional. A passion for business development, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our client s continued success. Clockwork Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Clockwork Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Senior Counselling Practitioner Location: Swindon Salary: £30,000 £32,000 per year Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week) Part time also considered) Closing Date: 30th of August 2026 Role Purpose: You will support a team to deliver Person Centred interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties to support them to improve their emotional health and build resilience. This will include (F2F & virtual) individual, group work and peer support. This post will work under the line management of the Head of Service/ Service Lead at Be U Swindon. Managerial and clinical supervision will be provided. The role will be varied, challenging, and rewarding as you will work as part of a diverse clinical team pro-actively developing the service through co-production, delivery, and ongoing innovation. To provide Clinical Supervision to counsellors and Mental Health Support Wokers or relevant experience and willingness to undertake a funded Clinical Supervision course becoming a qualified supervisor. This qualification is designed to give learners the knowledge, skills and competencies to provide clinical supervision for counselling practitioners. It is aimed at counsellors who have acquired sufficient client work experience to contemplate the move into a clinical supervision role. Participants will need to: Have both supervisees and supervisory supervision. Be working as counsellors under supervision. This qualification is designed to lead to a role as a clinical counselling supervisor in a counselling agency or in independent practice. Supervision is an ongoing professional requirement for all practising counsellors and those with a recognised qualification are more likely to find employment. Entry requirements You must have completed our Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory, Level 5 Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People or their equivalents plus have at least one year s post-qualifying experience of supervised client work. Alternatively, you must have completed our Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling or its equivalent and have at least two years post-qualifying experience of supervised client work. Key Duties and Responsibilities The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership and day-to-day support to the wider team, contributing to the safe and effective delivery of services for children and young people (CYP). The role involves triaging referrals, undertaking comprehensive assessments, providing safeguarding support and developing safety plans for CYP presenting with self-harm or suicidal ideation. The postholder will deliver one-to-one and group therapeutic interventions, maintain accurate and confidential clinical records, use risk assessments to inform decision-making, and ensure appropriate signposting and escalation where required. They will work closely with children, young people, families and professionals, communicating with sensitivity and compassion while ensuring young people feel heard, respected and involved in their care. In addition, the role includes supporting clinical record audits, delivering training, facilitating peer support initiatives, and providing cover and guidance to colleagues to ensure the smooth and effective operation of the service. Skills & Competencies required: An experienced and qualified mental health practitioner used to a fast-paced environment. (See person specification) Experienced in working with children and young people across early intervention/mental health settings and experienced in engaging the whole family. Confident in supporting/offering interventions to children and young people presenting mild to moderate risk behaviours. Able to build strong therapeutic relationships in a short period of time. Positive and proactive to achieve the highest standards and outcomes in engagement with children, young people, their parent/carers and professionals. Adept in communication and confident communicating with CYP (Children and Young Peoples), their parents/carers and health professionals. Open, respectful, committed to equality and inclusiveness and motivated by new ideas and perspectives. A team player. Be able to work independently using initiative and problem-solving skills to ensure best outcomes for CYP. Be able to manage own diary effectively. Employee Benefits: Birthday Day off Flexible Annual Leave scheme Employee Referral scheme 37.5 hours working week Flu jabs Blue Light Card Cycle to work scheme Leadership and staff away days Training and Development Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for ABL Health, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Summary £15.45 - £15.95 per hour 30 hour contract Shifts from 14:00 - 21:30, with one day at the weekend 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're reliable, organised and ready to go far. Just like you. As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you'll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you'll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You'll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success. In return, we'll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hour for work during bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl. We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here. What you'll do Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store What you'll need Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations What you'll receive 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Pension scheme Long service awards Plus, more of the perks you deserve Thinking of using AI to help with your application? AI tools (e.g. Chat GTP, Gemini) can help you get started and prepared for your interview but remember that our team can easily spot AI-generated responses. The applications that stand out most are the ones that feel genuine and reflect your unique self. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Fire and Security Engineer Mobile role with a van Door to Door travel paid £45-50k basic for 40 hours per week, overtime available Company Van Are you a Fire and Security Engineer based within commuting distance to Swindon and happy to cover both Service and Maintenance but mix it up with some small works installations and Commissioning? Due to a number of contract wins this small but rapidly growing company that cover works along the M4 are recruiting for - Senior Fire and Security Engineer - £45-50k Fire and Security Engineer - £38-42k They are professional, innovative, and inclusive, working in partnership with an established Bristol based Facilities Management Company. Our focus is on providing high quality fire and security solutions across the South West and South Wales regions mainly within the FM and M&E sectors. With a strong emphasis on investing in our team s development. Every member of our staff is enrolled on a recognised Level 3 FIA course within the first six months of employment. Roles and responsibilities: Service and Maintenance to Fire and Security Alarm systems within Commercial properties Small / Minor Works installations and Commissioning (Senior Engineer) Foster effective communication between the company and our valued customers. Collaborate as part of a team, covering a specific geographical area. Execute site installations in accordance with specifications and plans. Conduct planned preventative maintenance in line with contractual agreements. Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed after job completion. Handle customer inquiries promptly and professionally. Assist with technical questions and concerns. Uphold high standards in team working practices. Support company policies and best practices, especially regarding the protection of sensitive customer information. Be responsive to any reasonable requests from management. Summary of Capabilities/Competencies: A strong dedication to providing excellent customer service. Exceptional telephone etiquette. Proficiency in working with computers. A collaborative and team-oriented mindset. A good understanding of fire alarm systems (Desirable GENT or TYCO experience) Previous experience within an installation or maintenance position is essential REMUNERATION PACKAGE Senior Engineer Salary £45-50k Engineer Salary £40-£43k Door to Door travel paid Overtime available available Weekly On Call Standby Allowance (1 in 4) Company vehicle Company tools Pension Holidays Any other benefits Phone, laptop Etc Working hours 8:30am 5pm Company guarantee for full training and/or refresher course to complete Level 3 FIA training within first six months of employment. APPLY NOW or get in touch with Gary Cornes and be a part of a forward thinking organisation that values continuous learning and professional growth, and work alongside a dedicated team committed to excellence. INDHIGH

Job title: Client Advisor Salary: £45,000 Location: Manchester, Swindon or Birmingham PURPOSE OF ROLE Lawes Consulting are looking for a customer-focused Insurance Client Advisor to join our clients team. You will work alongside Account Executives to deliver excellent service to clients, helping to retain and grow accounts. This role involves supporting with account management, broking, and technical tasks while building strong client relationships and ensuring a smooth service experience. RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare documentation for new client accounts based on insurance needs Gather renewal terms, research alternatives, and prepare materials for Account Executives Manage renewal quotes and mid-term adjustments, keeping records accurate and up to date Respond to insurer queries, confirm coverage, process policies, and follow up on documentation Check policy documents for accuracy before approval and release Support with account queries and credit control, escalating when needed Apply compliance and regulatory requirements to all tasks DAY-TO-DAY Work closely with Account Executives to support clients Keep client and policy records accurate and up to date Communicate with insurers and clients to resolve queries quickly Track deadlines to make sure tasks are completed on time Suggest improvements to processes and support team goals EXPERIENCE Experience in insurance administration, ideally in a commercial setting Ability to work in a regulated, target-driven environment Understanding of handling customer information securely and recognising potential risks SKILLS Strong customer service and communication skills Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues Well-organised, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines Confident with Microsoft Office Good analytical skills with accuracy in handling data Initiative and problem-solving skills to support the team QUALIFICATIONS Working towards or holding a Chartered Insurance Institute qualification (e.g., Dip CII/FIT) is an advantage GCSE-level education or equivalent If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on (phone number removed) or email us at (url removed)

Business Development Manager - Engineering Consumables Field Based - Oxford, Swindon, High Wycombe, Slough, Reading, Gloucester Salary & Benefits - OTE 40,000 (Basic 30,000) - Quarterly Bonus - Company Car & Fuel Card - Mobile Phone & Laptop - 32 Days Holiday - Pension Scheme - Fully Remote Field-Based Role - No Weekends Drive Your Sales Career Forward Are you an experienced Area Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Field Sales Executive, Territory Sales Manager or Technical Sales Representative looking for your next opportunity? Due to continued expansion , my client is looking to recruit a motivated and commercially focused sales professional to develop an established territory covering Oxford / Swindon and the surrounding areas. This field-based role offers the opportunity to grow existing accounts, win new business and build long-term customer relationships while selling a comprehensive range of industrial, engineering and automotive consumables. What You'll Be Doing As the Area Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for developing your territory by: Winning new business and expanding existing customer accounts. Building strong, long-term relationships with customers across your region. Promoting a broad range of industrial and automotive consumable products. Achieving sales targets through regular customer visits and effective territory planning. Negotiating commercial agreements and providing first-class customer service. Managing customer activity through CRM and working closely with internal teams to deliver outstanding support. What We're Looking For We're interested in speaking with candidates who have: Experience in field sales, business development or account management. A successful track record selling industrial, engineering, manufacturing or automotive consumables/products. Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills. A commercially driven and target-focused approach. Experience using CRM systems. A full UK driving licence. A technical or mechanical background would be advantageous. Apply Today If you're currently working as an Area Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Territory Sales Manager, Field Sales Executive, Business Development Manager, Technical Sales Representative, Account Manager or Sales Executive , we'd love to hear from you. To express your interest in this Area Sales Manager opportunity, apply in confidence to: Robert Cox - Senior Recruitment Consultant - Glen Callum Associates Ltd - Automotive Aftermarket Recruitment Specialists - (phone number removed) - Job Reference: 4369RC - Business Development Manager Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're here to support you.

Claims Progression Specialist Swindon Initial 6 months, with view to extend Your New Role As a Claims Progression Specialist, you'll be responsible for managing customer cases from initial notification through to resolution, ensuring each case progresses efficiently while delivering an exceptional customer experience. Acting as the main point of contact throughout the process, you'll liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams to provide regular updates, resolve queries and minimise delays. You'll manage multiple cases simultaneously, ensuring service level agreements are met, maintaining accurate records and using internal systems to monitor progress. This is a fast-paced role that requires excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to build strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Ensuring Your Success To be successful in this role, you'll have previous experience in a customer service, claims, case management or coordination environment where you've managed workloads and communicated effectively with customers and stakeholders. You'll be highly organised, able to prioritise competing tasks and remain calm under pressure while delivering a first-class service. Strong communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving and confidence using multiple IT systems are essential. Experience working to service level agreements and handling customer complaints or escalations would be advantageous, as would proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. In Return You'll join a supportive and collaborative team that is committed to delivering outstanding service and investing in the development of its people. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career within a well-established organisation, with ongoing training, opportunities to develop your skills and clear progression pathways. In addition to a competitive salary, you will have the opportunity to work in an environment where teamwork, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement are highly valued.

Business Development Executive (Flexible Hours) Highworth, Wiltshire £28,000 Per Annum + Bonuses We are looking for a confident and proactive Business Development Executive to join our growing team. A great opportunity for someone with a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and previous sales experience who is looking for flexible working hours. Business Development Executive Key Responsibilities Making outbound sales calls to prospective new clients Following up with existing and previous clients Building and maintaining strong client relationships Identifying new business opportunities Booking appointments and generating leads for the business Keeping customer records and notes up to date Working towards individual call and sales targets Providing excellent customer service at all times Business Development Executive Candidate Confident and professional telephone manner Previous sales, telesales or business development experience essential Comfortable making cold calls Self-motivated and organised Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work independently and manage time effectively What We Offer £28,000 pro rata salary + bonus Flexible working hours / school-hours working available Supportive and friendly team environment Regular team away days Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years. We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidate s requirement s to ensure that we place you in your ideal role. We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment . com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press. The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record. So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job! Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment . com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.

Minibus Driver Royal Wootton Bassett Academy Salary: Casual Actual Salary: Grade C2-4, £12.85-£13.05 per hour Contract: Casual Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 16th August 2026 Interview Date : Friday 21st August 2026 Anticipated Start Date: September 2026 Job Overview We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our team as a Minibus Driver, for the school's home/school transportation provision. You will drive Royal Wootton Bassett Academy's minibus in a responsible and competent manner, ensuring the safety of the passengers, other road users, members of the public and yourself at all times. You will need to be available between 7.15am to 8.15am, and 3.00pm to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. Why choose us? Royal Wootton Bassett Academy is part of the Ascend Learning Trust and shares a vision based on mutual respect, support, and encouragement to bring out the best in people. At RWBA we recognise that the quality of learning, teaching and behaviour are inseparable issues and that the vast majority of our pupils act in a sensible and appropriate manner and have a keen desire to learn. Royal Wootton Bassett Academy is committed to developing 'A growth mindset' and we would welcome an application from fellow professionals who share that mind-set. Full details can be found in the recruitment pack. Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone. All our young people receive a holistic, world class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges. They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future. If you want to be a part of this, and work alongside ambitious, compassionate, and dedicated people we welcome your application. Our mission is to develop and retain high quality professional who relentlessly pursue the Ascend vision. Together we will foster a culture of compassion and inclusivity with high expectations and standards for all. Where horizons are limitless, and education is unmissable. Together we Belong, Believe, Become. We also offer an excellent staff benefit package which include discounts on high street stores, restaurants, cinemas, and gyms as well as having a wellbeing hub and a cycle to work scheme. We have a wide range of benefits for employees which include: Health & Wellbeing Free annual Flu Vaccines Discounted Gym Memberships 24-hour access to free counselling helpline for family, debt advice Annual 'Wellbeing Day' Generous holiday allowance Flexible working solutions Financial Hundreds of offers and discounts and cashback on local and national stores Excellent Pension Schemes Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes Health and Fitness Schemes (available at additional cost) Career Progression Instructional Coaching for Teachers Developmental performance management conversations Apprenticeship opportunities for 'on the job training' Investment in your career, internal and external talent solutions. Recognition and Reward -including service awards Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful 6 month probation. Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier. At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team. Reasonable adjustments are modifications or accommodations made to ensure that individuals with disabilities or specific needs can perform their job duties effectively. We embrace the idea that everyone should have equal opportunities to succeed, and our aim is to make this a reality. SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent" and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences. In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence. References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. 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Office Manager/PA Swindon Permanent - Full Time Salary is dependent on experience We are currently recruiting for an experienced, highly organised Office Manager/PA to join our clients based in Swindon. This is a hands-on role that requires someone with previous experience within the window and door industry. You'll oversee the day-to-day running of the office, support the wider team, and ensure everything operates efficiently behind the scenes. Key Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day operations of the office. Ensure all orders are processed accurately and within required timescales. Act as a second pair of eyes, checking that office administration is completed correctly and to a high standard. Support and guide the office administration team to ensure workloads are managed effectively. Handle incoming customer enquiries via telephone and email, providing excellent customer service. Manage sales appointments, ensuring they are allocated efficiently. Schedule and coordinate remedial appointments and aftercare work. Monitor office workflows, identify any issues, and implement improvements where necessary. Work closely with directors, surveyors, installers and suppliers to keep projects moving smoothly. Provide PA support to the directors where required, helping to prioritise workloads and keep the business organised. Step in and assist with the day-to-day workload during busy periods to ensure the office continues to run efficiently. The Ideal Candidate Previous experience within the windows, doors or home improvement industry is essential. Strong organisational and time management skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Confident managing multiple tasks and working in a fast-paced environment. A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to problem solve. Strong communication and customer service skills. Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office. Able to work independently while supporting and motivating the wider office team. A team player who leads by example and isn't afraid to get involved in every aspect of the office when needed. By applying for this role you give permission for Purely Recruitment to submit your personal information contained within your CV or any other relevant information provided in order for the prospective employer to review your application for the specific role applied for. Purely recruitment will not submit or use your personal information for any other purposes other than for searching for alternative employment.

GENERAL MANAGER Automotive Manager Automotive Main Dealership Swindon £93,000+ Uncapped Earnings Excellent Benefits Automotive Talent Partners is representing a highly regarded franchised dealer group in the appointment of an experienced and commercially driven General Manager for its dealership in Swindon. This is an excellent senior leadership opportunity for an accomplished automotive professional who can inspire a team, maximise dealership performance and deliver an exceptional customer experience across every department. THE OPPORTUNITY As General Manager, you will take full responsibility for the operational and financial performance of the dealership, providing strong leadership across Sales, Aftersales and all supporting departments. You will create a high-performance culture, develop your management team and ensure the dealership consistently achieves its commercial, customer satisfaction and manufacturer objectives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the overall performance and day-to-day operation of the dealership. Take full ownership of dealership profitability, budgets and key performance indicators. Drive new and used vehicle sales, finance penetration, customer retention and departmental performance. Work closely with the Aftersales team to maximise workshop, service and parts profitability. Recruit, coach and develop a talented senior management team. Maintain the highest standards of customer service, manufacturer compliance and FCA regulations. Identify commercial opportunities and implement effective performance improvement plans. Ensure all departments operate efficiently, collaboratively and in line with group expectations. Build a positive, accountable and results-focused dealership culture. Represent the business professionally with customers, colleagues and manufacturer partners. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE You will be an established automotive leader with a strong understanding of franchised dealership operations and a proven record of delivering results. A minimum of two years experience in a comparable General Manager, Head of Business or senior dealership leadership position is essential. You must have current or recent experience within an automotive franchised main dealership. You will have proven responsibility for dealership profitability, budgets and operational performance. You must demonstrate strong leadership, coaching and people-development skills. A detailed understanding of vehicle sales, finance, Aftersales and customer satisfaction is required. You will have the commercial ability to analyse performance, identify opportunities and take decisive action. Excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills are essential. A full UK driving licence is required. PACKAGE £93,000+ OTE. Uncapped earning potential. Company vehicle or vehicle allowance. Excellent group benefits. Senior career-development opportunities. The opportunity to lead a respected franchised dealership. This position would suit an ambitious and highly capable General Manager or Head of Business who wants to make a significant impact within a progressive and successful dealer group. All applications and conversations will be handled professionally and discreetly. Automotive Talent Partners

Title : Regional Head of Estates South & East (known internally as Senior Estate Manager South & East) Location : South & East Region Salary : Salary from 59,922 depending on skills, experience, and location / 36 hours per week / Permanent Job type : Permanent Ref : 16534 Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage. Heritage lives in places and people, memories and stories, artefacts and traditions. It can connect us all to the past, and to each other. It can make us happier, strengthen every community, and help shape society for the better. Everybody should be able to enjoy the benefits it brings. That's why, as a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites in every part of England, from international icons to local treasures. And it's why we open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play and create. Our Estates Department plays a central role in making that possible. Through four regional teams, we provide the professional leadership and technical expertise needed to conserve, maintain and develop a wide range of historic properties, from country houses and ruined castles to hill forts, Roman temples, gardens and archaeological landscapes. We are looking for a Regional Head of Estates (internally, this role is known as Senior Estate Manager) to join our team. The role is full-time and permanent, working 36 hours per week. You must be based within the South & East region, as travel across the region is an essential requirement of the role. Leading a multidisciplinary team, you will provide visible leadership and support across a diverse portfolio of sites. You may work from home or from one of our site-based offices (Dover Castle or Wrest Park), but you will be expected to spend a proportionate amount of time at key sites, including Dover, Osborne, Wrest Park and Audley End House, and travel regularly throughout the region to attend meetings, site visits and engage with colleagues. The Benefits - Salary from 59,922, depending on skills, experience and location - 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata, rising to 28 days after 3 years - Matched pension contributions up to 10% - Flexible hours - The opportunity to progress your career within the heritage sector - Apprenticeship opportunities - Subscriptions to professional bodies - Free access to all English Heritage sites for you and up to six friends and family members - 25% discount in our shops and cafes - Enhanced maternity, paternity or shared parental leave - Options to buy additional leave - An inclusive working atmosphere where everybody is supported from all backgrounds, religions and with different needs - Opportunities to go to some of our great live music and history events The South & East region is one of English Heritage's largest and most diverse portfolios, covering 119 historic sites across 17 counties, including 31 paid visitor attractions and an annual estates and maintenance budget of more than 4.5 million. In this role, you will lead a large multidisciplinary Estates team across an exceptional heritage portfolio spanning prehistoric monuments, Roman settlements, medieval fortresses, monastic ruins, Tudor coastal defences, historic houses, gardens and archaeological landscapes. This is a significant senior leadership role at the heart of English Heritage's work, shaping how some of the country's most significant historic places are cared for, maintained and developed for the future. You will lead priorities, programmes, budgets, compliance and risk across a large and complex operational portfolio, working with a multidisciplinary team of around 22 colleagues across estates, conservation, building services, landscapes, facilities and operational support. You will bring strategic direction, professional judgement and visible leadership to a role with scale, variety and influence. We are looking for a confident and experienced estates, property, building conservation or facilities leader who can bring strategic focus, sound judgement and positive leadership to a large and varied regional portfolio. You will have experience of managing substantial work programmes and budgets, leading multidisciplinary teams, overseeing property-related risk and compliance, and procuring and managing construction or maintenance contracts. This role would suit someone who can build strong relationships, make informed decisions and drive improvement across a geographically dispersed estate, with experience of historic buildings, conservation-led estate management and the use of estate management systems such as GIS or CAFM. To be considered for the role, you'll need experience of: 1. Building and managing large and complex work programmes and budgets. 2. Working at a senior level contributing to national and departmental strategy and policy. 3. Procuring and managing construction and maintenance contracts. 4. Leading teams managing an estate with a range of property related issues, including safety, legal and statutory requirements. 5. Knowledge of historic and/or ecological environment conservation. Interviews will be held on Thursday 3rd September at Wrest Park, Silsoe, Bedfordshire, MK45 4HR. If you would like to talk to us e.g. about workplace adjustments or working patterns, please contact Jamie Cain, Head of Estates. Contact details are available via the apply button. No agencies please. Find out more about us and what we do on our website. You can also meet some of our people and hear about why they enjoy working with us. Everybody's welcome at English Heritage Forget the stereotypes. It takes thousands of people from every background to care for England's heritage and open it up for everybody to enjoy. We're looking for every type of person with every kind of skill and experience, and we're committed to making sure that English Heritage is an equitable, diverse and inclusive place to work. You can connect with others through our EDI networks as a member or ally. These include Ethnic Diversity, Faith & Belief, Social Equity, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Age, Disability and Gender Health and Wellbeing. We take wellbeing seriously. We are committed to ensuring everyone feels safe at work and can carry out their role. To support this, we have a network of Mental Health First aiders, regular information and awareness events, unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Programme and work with our people to implement reasonable adjustments. Closing date : 16/08/:59:59

We are currently seeking a Hard FM Service Manager to join our our South West based NHS repairs and maintenance team. This role is responsible for managing a team of directly employed skilled trade operatives across reactive repairs and planned, preventative maintenance. Rydon has established a strong reputation for the quality within our maintenance division with a particular focus on NHS Hard Facilities Management - consisting of responsive repairs as well as planned/preventative maintenance. We look after more than 250 buildings on behalf of 20 NHS Trusts on a planned and responsive repairs, small works and minor capital projects basis. We provide maintenance services to acute (hospital's), mental health trusts, ambulance and primary care trusts. Job Purpose As Service Manager you will manage a team of directly employed maintenance operatives to ensure the delivery of reactive repairs and planned preventative maintenance across a number of hospital/healthcare sites. The patch covers an area from Bristol to Salisbury and Swindon. You will be working to ensure that reactive calls and PPMs are responded to in order to ensure smooth and efficient running of the day to day operations to meet SLA and KPI targets. You will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the delivery of hard FM services, ensuring statutory compliance with current legislation and local codes of practice to protect the health and safety of others in a working/live hospital environment. Where it is not possible for works to be completed in house you will also manage the specialist planned and reactive sub-contracted services ensuring that all works are completed to the required quality and that HSQ&E obligations are met. Reporting to the contract manager you will help to deliver ongoing improvements and recommendations to the long term contract strategy to maximise productivity and quality whilst ensuring cost efficiencies are achieved and potential risks are identified and mitigated. What we can offer you; Salary £40 - 45k Car allowance of £4,872 25 days holiday, which can be increased to 30 days with our holiday purchase scheme. Pension Scheme: 4.5% contributory. Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it. Wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work. Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services. Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Private Medical, Critical Illness, DenPlan and Cycle to work schemes. Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire. Full training, ongoing coaching and support Opportunities for you to progress your career within the business Experience Required The preferred candidate will have previous experience working for a facilities management company supporting reactive and hard FM. You could be an experienced Supervisor looking to progress or have previous service management experience. This experience will ideally have been gained supporting NHS clients however, candidates with good commercial experience that can be translated to the NHS will also be considered. The successful candidate will have strong influencing, communication and relationship building skills and should be familiar and competent in managing and maintaining statutory compliance. You will have a knowledge of M&E building services maintenance and Health & Safety procedures in daily site operation. Above all, you will have a keen customer service approach, strong interpersonal skills and good IT skills are essential (Microsoft Office Packages such as Word, Outlook and Excel). If you have this experience, we'd strongly encourage you to apply. Additional Information As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits. Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post. To apply online, please use the 'apply for this job link' at the top of this page.

Compliance Technologist Food Industry 100% Site Based Role £Competitive DOE + Benefits Chippenham area, Wiltshire An exciting opportunity for an individual ideally with Technical/Quality management experience, gained within a food manufacturing environment. Based at a modern site near Trowbridge Within this role you will be supporting the Regulatory and Labelling Supervisor to ensure that labels, specs and other project work are created in an accurate and timely manner. Supplier information is to be reviewed to ensure that it is accurate and in the correct format required by the customer COP and legislation. All work to be completed within the current BRC framework of the site. This role could suit a candidate with QA experience seeking the next step in their career, or a Food Science Graduate who has already gained some experience within the industry. Compliance Technologist Key Responsibilities: Working with suppliers to ensure that all technical information received onto site is accurate and is sufficiently detailed to ensure that the site approval process occurs in a timely way. This information could be HACCP, specifications, labels, swabbing plans etc. Working with customers to ensure that information supplied is accurate and if amendments are needed, these are dealt with quickly. Responding promptly and proactively to ongoing technical queries from customers. Maintenance & review of raw material suppliers, packaging and cheese supplier s records and audits. Create specifications for new products and maintain the specification database. Work within the customer technical framework using electronic specification systems (Food Logic and Trace gains). Create, review and approve artwork against market regulations. Compliance Technologist Qualifications and experience: Experience in a QA / Technical role ideally with a chilled food manufacturing business or relevant qualification. Experience of supplier specifications systems, specification writing, food labelling regulations or NPD related knowledge would be advantageous. The ability to read, analyse and interpret technical procedures and EU regulations. Compliance Technologist Salary and Benefits: Competitive Salary Contributory Pension Scheme Death in Service scheme Holiday: 25 days plus statutory This role is commutable from Bath, Chippenham, Warminster, Devizes, Trowbridge, Swindon and surrounding areas and may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a QA, Technical Admin, Specifications Technologist, Food Technologist, Technical Assistant, QA Supervisor, Food Safety and Compliance Technologist, Regulatory Affairs Technologist, Product specifications Technologist or Compliance Technologist

Are you an Electrician with experience working within the Maintenance and Facilities Management sector Rydon Maintenance Ltd have an excellent opportunity for a Mobile Maintenance Electrician in Bristol on a facilities management contract with the NHS. Rydon Maintenance Ltd provides a range of hard facilities management and property maintenance services in partnership with a range of NHS Trusts. We provide reactive and planned maintenance to a number of NHS buildings and we work to strict timescales and safety requirements to ensure the comfort and safety of service users using these NHS facilities. With offices in the South East, to Bristol in the South West our experience has taken us across a variety of sensitive healthcare environments. Job Purpose As part of the role you will be required to undertake scheduled Planned Maintenance (PPM's) and reactive repairs across a number of NHS healthcare sites. The contract covers a number of healthcare properties in a patch between Bristol, Salisbury and Swindon and the role will involve; Reactive maintenance and repairs such as power and lighting faults Planned preventative maintenance (PPM's) such as emergency lighting and fire alarm testing. Maintain and repair electrical systems and associated plant. Respond to breakdowns, fault-find and complete minor and small installations. You will also support with other general building fabric repairs There will also be the requirement to participate in the call-out rota to provide out-of-hours support. The normal working hours are 8am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday. When on-call you will receive a standby allowance and overtime paid per call out. What we can offer you; Competitive starting salary. Company van and fuel card. Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to an additional 5 days holiday On call standby allowance and overtime paid per call out. Pension Scheme: 4% contributory. Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it. Wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work. Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services. Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Critical Illness, DenPlan and Cycle to work schemes. Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire. Eye care vouchers ad Free Flu Vaccinations Full training, ongoing coaching and support Opportunities to progress your career across the business Experience Required Previous relevant experience in the maintenance of buildings is essential, ideally within the NHS (or for a maintenance contractor providing services to the NHS). Alternatively, you will have worked for a maintenance contractor providing a planned/reactive maintenance service in a commercial setting (perhaps a hotel, school, supermarkets etc). Electrical Installations qualification 18th edition Testing and Inspection 2391 - Desirable but not essential Solid Health & Safety awareness Experience of using a handheld device (PDA) + Good IT Skills A full UK manual driving licence is required (no more than 6 points) By joining Rydon, you become part of a talented, dedicated team and this is an exciting and varied role with an excellent opportunity to develop and grow within our highly regarded team. Additional Information As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits. Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post.