Residential Childcare Officer – South ShieldsA UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for this role with the willingness to get business insurance. We do not accept sponsorships for this job role, must hold a right to work in the UK.Experience in children’s residential care is essentialWhat We Offer:
Competitive salary: £29,868.75 - £31,893.75, dependent on experience and qualifications. Sleeps paid at £50 per night plus possibility of Over TimeMileage is paid at a rate of 40p per mileComprehensive benefits package, including enhanced DBS check, healthcare plan, and excellent learning and development opportunities. Enjoy perks like our profit share scheme, recognition program, credit union saving scheme, free parking, and company events. Join a vibrant, inclusive culture that values your contributions and celebrates success.
Reports to: Senior Residential Officers, Deputy Manager & Registered ManagerHours: 38.5 per week, to be worked on a rota basis, in accordance with the needs of the service. Flexibility is essential due to days, evenings, sleep-ins, waking nights and Bank Holidays are all required shifts.Residential Childcare Officers are on a 4-week rolling rota (can be subject to change, based on the needs of the service). Contracted to 4 sleeps PCM (but usually minimum 6 + PCM)Key Responsibilities and Duties
To provide care and support to children and young people.Adhere to, uphold and exemplify the Group’s core values.To participate in duties associated with the home as directed by the home Management teamTo be aware of and comply with the statutory requirements and all the company’s policies and procedures including those of outdoor activities.
Job Purpose and RoleROC the National Care Employer of the Year (2022) is looking for a Residential Childcare Officer to join the team in safe, nurturing, and caring homes for children and young people.As a Residential Childcare Officer, you will be providing direct day-to-day care and to support Adolescents who display emotional or behavioural difficulties and/or learning disabilities, fulfil their potential, reach their aspirations, and participate in outdoor activities or alternative education. Assisting the deputy manager and Registered Manager, to provide the highest standard of care to any young person/s placed.Essential Requirements:Level 3 Children's Residential highly desirableExperience in residential children's homesA driving licence and access to a vehicleApply now if you want to make a differenceDo you want to support children and young people’s learning and personal development?Do you want to make a difference in their lives?Would you like to work with our innovative team that values honesty, commitment, flexibility, and integrity?So – if you are an experienced Residential Childcare Officer, have applicable life experience or someone currently working with children and looking for a change in career apply now or call on 0330 335 8999....Read more...
Stores & Warehouse Operative CO Home Improvements Competitive Salary Leyland Full time Mon-FriBenefits:25 days Holiday + Bank Hols | Health cash plan | Pension Scheme | Personal development programmes through courses and training | Free parking About us:CO Home Improvements are a group of six retail brands operating across the North of England and Cumbria, forming part of the £60 million turnover Conservatory Outlet Group. As established leaders in the design and installation of conservatories, orangeries, windows, doors, and modern living spaces, we’re committed to transforming homes with innovative, high-quality products that combine striking design with everyday functionality. Our approach is rooted in delivering exceptional customer service. About the Role:You will support the day-to-day operation of the stores/ warehouse at our Leyland site, with occasional travel to our Kendal site as required. The role is responsible for managing the complete flow of stock and products, from receiving deliveries through to ensuring materials are stored safely, accurately and prepared for our installation teams. Our product range includes windows, doors, bifold doors and conservatory roofing components. You will ensure materials for ongoing projects are readily available, well organised and efficiently managed. The role also involves occasional deliveries of bifold doors and other products using the company van, while supporting the Contracts Manager with all aspects of logistics, stores management and stock control.
Assist with receiving deliveries, ensuring all products arrive complete, undamaged and in accordance with delivery documentation.Book stock into the system accurately and maintain up-to-date inventory records.Investigate missing, damaged or delayed deliveries, resolve discrepancies promptly and arrange returns where incorrect items are received.Maintain appropriate stock levels of materials and products to ensure installation teams can complete work without delay.Organise and maintain the stores and warehouse to ensure products are stored safely, clearly identified and easily accessible.Prepare, pick and load materials and products for installation teams in line with daily work schedules.Carry out deliveries of bifold doors and other products using the company van when required.Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the requirements of the role.
What we are looking for:
Experience in a stores or warehouse role is desirableOrganised, reliable and attentive to detailComfortable with stock control systems and Microsoft OfficeAble to work independently and as part of a teamConfident handling stock safely and following health and safety proceduresA forklift licence, window and door industry knowledge, or warehousing qualification would be an advantage—but training can be providedFull UK driving licence and flexibility to travel occasionally
If the above sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!How to apply:Ready to start your career with us? Apply with your updated CV. INDLSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
Creating fun, engaging and safe environment for the children
Teaching within the EYFS requirements
Partaking in a range of indoor and outdoor activities
Supporting the children with a range of self-care needs such as feeding and personal hygiene
Communicating with other team members and parents
Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0-5
Also, being able to liaise with external customers, parents, and to provide a high level of service for the childcare setting
Training:Level 3 Advanced Diploma Early Years Educator:
You will be working towards an Advanced Level 3 Diploma in Early Years
Your apprenticeship will last for 14 months, where you will be supported by a dedicated assessor throughout your apprenticeship, as well as a mentor and other staff within the nursery
This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment and punctuality for you to be successful
This apprenticeship will open doors to a variety of future roles and career paths within the childcare sector
Training will take place in the workplace
You will need to attend online training with your assessor for 1 day a week for the first 8 weeks of your 14-month apprenticeship, for your classroom-based learning and you will be working within the nursery for the rest of the time with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor.
You will complete a qualification in paediatric first aid
Training Outcome:Developing into a Level 3 educator, with the potential of a full time position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for:
Room leader positions
Possible management training
Springboard into primary education
Paediatric nursing
Continuous development in the current nursery setting
Employer Description:Holly Lodge Nursery is situated in Highgate. It is a spacious and airy nursery which uses the surrounding area, incorporating nature in the syllabus to teach and develop children.
Holly Lodge Nursery pride themselves on being a home from home nursery environment for children aged 6 months through to 5 Years.
The nurseries have large, bright open plan rooms, with creative outdoor play areas and a variety of modern equipment which provide children with a stimulating environment.
They create personalised planned activities to keep children engaged whilst having lots of fun.
Trained staff give children the stimulating, educational learning environment in which children can thrive and grow. A supportive, nurturing a caring team that will support an Apprentice though all areas of development to become a fully trained member of their team.Working Hours :Apprentices are required to be flexible to meet the needs of the business, punctuality is key. Working as part of a team and using your own initiative are essential. The average working week will be 30+ hours, Monday-Friday, shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Property and Compliance AdministratorSalary: Up to £30,000 dependent on experience and skillsHours: Full-time 37 hours per week Monday to FridayBased at Ampleforth Abbey, Ampleforth YO62 4ENAbout Ampleforth AbbeyAmpleforth Abbey is home to the UK’s largest Benedictine monastic community, rooted in the Rule of St Benedict. Our mission is to seek God through prayer and service, and to invite others to experience faith in action.Located in the Howardian Hills near York, the Abbey sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and welcomes thousands of visitors each year to its Retreat Centre, Visitor Centre, Shop and Tea Room.Ampleforth Abbey Trust, a registered charity, works alongside the monastic community to support this mission. With around 60 lay staff, the Trust delivers on a five-year strategy, choosing a Future Together, to ensure a sustainable, faith-led future for the Abbey and its valley home.We are looking for a Property and Compliance Administrator. Reporting into the Head of Property Services you will provide comprehensive administrative and operational support, with a strong focus on compliance, Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) administration, contractor coordination, and property service documentation. The role ensures efficient management of records, statutory compliance processes, reporting, and departmental communications across the property portfolio.Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Head of Property Services.Manage calendars, meetings, appointments, and departmental correspondence.Prepare reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and documentation.Maintain accurate filing systems, databases, and property records.Coordinate purchase orders, invoices, and expense processing.Maintain compliance trackers for statutory inspections and certifications.Monitor expiry dates and ensure timely scheduling of inspections and remedial works.Assist in the administration of HSE policies, procedures, and reporting systems.Maintain accident, incident, and near-miss records.Coordinate HSE training records and certification tracking.Support risk assessment and method statement (RAMS) administration.Help ensure contractors and suppliers submit required HSE documentation before commencing works.Liaise with contractors, suppliers, tenants, and internal departments.Schedule maintenance visits, inspections, and service appointments.Track completion of reactive and planned maintenance works.Assist with contractor onboarding and documentation checks.Monitor service level agreements (SLAs) and escalate outstanding issues where necessary.Assist in analysing service performance data and identifying trends.Support budget tracking and invoice reconciliation where applicable.
We are looking for someone who has;
GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
Own transport required – located AmpleforthPrevious experience in an administrative role.Strong organisational and multitasking skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.Experience maintaining confidential and accurate records.Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
Desirable
HSE or compliance-related training/certification advantageous.Business Administration qualification desirable.Experience within property, facilities management, housing, or maintenance environments.Knowledge of compliance and HSE processes.Understanding of UK health and safety legislation and property compliance requirements.
What we offer
Up to 8% employer-matched pensionLife assuranceFree lunch during working hoursFree on-site parking20% discount at the Tea room and Abbey ShopChristmas ClosureHistoric Houses and Yorkshire Great Houses, Castles and Gardens passes to borrowEmployee Assistance programmeRetail savings platform50% discount on fitness suite, swimming and other activities at St Albans Centre
Ampleforth Abbey Trust is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding. All appointments are subject to a DBS check and satisfactory references.If you enjoy working in a friendly, peaceful atmosphere, meeting new people, being part of a hardworking team, Ampleforth Abbey is perfect for you! INDHSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
Senior Fire and Safety Risk AssessorTransform fire safety standards across London's property landscape in this prestigious Senior Fire and Safety Risk Assessor role.Join an award-winning boutique consultancy where your expertise drives safety excellence across the capital's most challenging residential and commercial properties. This isn't your typical assessment position, you'll be shaping safety standards while enjoying unparalleled professional autonomy and work-life balance.The ConsultancyThis respected fire safety specialist has built an enviable reputation through long-term client partnerships and exceptional service delivery. Operating as a close-knit team of industry experts, they combine boutique-level personal attention with enterprise-standard professional capabilities. Their expanding client portfolio reflects both market confidence and service excellence, creating genuine career advancement opportunities for ambitious professionals.Position OverviewThis senior role demands a commercially minded fire safety professional who thrives on variety and client interaction. You'll manage your own assessment portfolio while contributing to strategic business development, working primarily across London's diverse property sector. The position offers immediate impact potential within a growing consultancy that values both technical excellence and innovative thinking.What You'll DeliverConduct comprehensive Fire Risk Assessments across residential and commercial properties, with particular focus on tall buildings and complex structuresProvide expert Health and Safety consultancy services to property management companies and residential agentsDevelop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as trusted advisor on compliance and safety mattersDesign and deliver bespoke training programmes for client teams and property management staffCreate practical, proportionate action plans that balance regulatory compliance with operational realitySupport business growth through service innovation and client portfolio expansionYour Professional ProfileCurrent membership of a Fire Risk Assessors' Register or demonstrable readiness for immediate applicationProven expertise in assessing tall residential buildings and navigating complex regulatory environmentsComprehensive understanding of current fire safety legislation, building regulations, and evolving compliance standardsStrong commercial acumen with ability to balance technical requirements against practical implementationExcellent communication skills for client-facing advisory work and training deliverySelf-directed professional with proven project management capabilities and diary management skillsDesirable: Advanced qualifications such as NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (Level 6) or Level 5, NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety (Level 4 or 3), Fire Risk Assessor Registration (Tier 2 Competent / Tier 3 Nationally Accredited), professional body memberships including Fellow (FIFireE) or Member (MIFireE), and IOSH status (CFIOSH, CMIOSH, or CEng).Work PermissionsYou must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.Professional Rewards PackageCompetitive salary £60,000 – £90,000 reflecting experience and professional qualificationsGenuine home-based working with autonomous diary management (client base predominantly London-focused)Comprehensive travel expense coverage plus generous annual leave allocationPrivate healthcare provision following successful probation completionOngoing professional development investment including CPD support and advanced qualification fundingExceptional work-life balance with maximum scheduling flexibility and client relationship ownershipFire Safety Sector ExcellenceThe fire safety consultancy sector represents one of the UK's most dynamic professional areas, driven by evolving regulatory frameworks and heightened awareness of building safety responsibilities. This creates exceptional opportunities for qualified professionals to build rewarding careers while contributing meaningfully to public safety.The combination of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and client advisory skills positions fire safety consultants as essential professionals in modern property management, offering both career security and continuous professional development in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape with substantial long-term growth potential.This outstanding Senior Fire and Safety Risk Assessor opportunity is presented by The OHUB UK – connecting safety professionals with transformative consultancy careers.....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Compensation:
Base Compensation Range: $90,000 - $110,000
Annual On Target Bonuses based on your performance!
Employee Benefits:
Stonhard invests in our people - 401K matching AND a 100% company sponsored pension plan, along with strong medical, dental & vision benefits programs
World-class training and a commitment to ongoing career development and long-term growth
You'll have flexibility to work from your home office when not in the field on customer sites
Supplemental Pay Types: Bonus Pay, Car Allowance, Reimbursement for Business Expenses
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for all Construction Division activities in a respective region, including oversight and direction of Project Management, Installer Recruiting and Quality Assurance Managers.
Present and promote Stonhard's products and Construction Division services to General Contractors, Industrial and Commercial accounts, support the Stonhard Territory and Sales Managers.
Tracks, guies, and executes Total Project Management (TPM), including forecasting in a respective region.
Direct management of Project Managers and Superintendents as needed.
Review Installer performance reports each quarter and work with ROM/GM to address complex issues and develop strategies to achieve corporate objectives.
Qualifications:
A proven ability to manage projects and clearly communicate key project tasks to Construction Division Teams, Internal Sales and Sales Leadership teams, including installation subcontrators.
Demonstrates the ability to lead and organize a team.
Strong oral and written communication, presentation, organization and planning skills
Ability to thrive in a self-directed and fast-changing environment with a high degree of flexibility
Computer literacy required, including experience with CRM systems (Salesforce, ZoomInfo) and Microsoft 365
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is reguarly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and talk to hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
This position requires wearing of hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, high visibility vest, and depending on the task, may also require ear protection, respirators, safety harnesses, and specialized protective clothing while on the worksite.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Ensures all samples are despatched in line with customers required due dates
Ensures concept samples are produced in the correct material and to the highest quality
Ensures all samples are glued correctly, checking with Design Projects & Manufacture team where necessary
Ensures all samples are labelled with “VPK” or customers own sample labels
Quality checks samples for size, style and material before packing
Support for Innovation and artwork teams with prototype / printed mock-ups
Ensures supply of sales support packs are kept in stock
Ensures samples are neatly packed and raised as consignments for collection by the appropriate courier service
Takes responsibility for the management of board stock, placing repeat orders as necessary
Takes responsibility for the cleanliness of board storage area and ensures waste material is collected in a timely manner
Takes responsibility for management of consumables for the Sample Room, placing or co-ordinating repeat orders as necessary
Takes responsibility for maintenance and cleanliness of the Sample Room and equipment
Raises any ongoing machine maintenance issues with the functional Leadership & Team Leader team
Communicates with Key Account Managers to ensure timely collection of any samples marked for their collection
Communicates with Design for Projects team to ensure timely collection of any samples marked for collection by customers
Training:The Apprenticeship training will be delivered by Better Futures through a hybrid model, involving online learning and visits to the Better Futures site to complete practical work.Training Outcome:This Apprenticeship will equip you for a future career in Packaging Design / Technical.Employer Description:Founded in 1935, VPK Group has grown from strong local roots into a leading European packaging group. As a fully vertically integrated packaging producer, we control the entire value chain, from raw material to finished product. Today we have 71 plants operating in 21 countries with 7,000+ employees.
In the UK we operate from four strategically placed manufacturing sites producing corrugated and print cardboard packaging. The site in Desborough, Northamptonshire is also home to our UK and Ireland Head Office.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm.Skills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative....Read more...
An events production company in London is hiring a Production Manager to take ownership of festival and event projects from brief through to delivery. This is a hybrid position with hands-on site work throughout the year.Here's what you'll be doing:Managing the full production lifecycle for festivals and live events, from initial client brief through to post-event debriefDesigning site layouts, production schedules and build/derig timelines for each projectCoordinating with health and safety, operations and licensing teams to ensure all events meet regulatory requirementsBuilding and maintaining supplier relationships, negotiating costs and managing procurement across multiple projectsPreparing and presenting production plans at SAG meetings and client reviewsManaging project budgets end to end, tracking spend against contingency and invoicing accuratelyRunning brainstorming sessions and contributing creative ideas to increase client engagement and on-site impactSupporting and mentoring junior team members on technical production skills and client communicationActing as the on-site production lead during live events, overseeing build, show days and derigHere are the skills you'll need:Hands-on experience in festival or outdoor event production, ideally across multiple seasonsStrong working knowledge of health and safety regulations, ESMPs and SAG processesConfident project manager with experience juggling multiple events at different stages simultaneouslyProficient in Microsoft Office, with working knowledge of CAD for site planningBudget management experience, including invoicing, contingency tracking and profitability analysisStrong supplier negotiation skills and an existing network of event industry contactsComfortable presenting to clients and local authority panelsKey perks and benefits:Hybrid working model blending office, home and on-site daysDiverse project portfolio covering festivals, placemaking and experiential activationsOpportunity to develop client relationships and take creative ownership of projectsCollaborative team environment with access to senior leadershipReal variety in the working week, from desk-based planning to live event deliveryWhy pursue a career in events production?Production management in events is one of the most hands-on careers you can build. You get to solve real problems in real time, work with creative teams and technical suppliers, and see the results of your planning play out in front of live audiences. The UK events industry has bounced back strongly, and skilled production managers who can deliver safely and within budget are consistently sought after.....Read more...
In this role you’ll contribute to the work of the Income Team and study to achieve the Level 3 AAT apprenticeship throughout the duration of your time with us. We’ll give you time during your working week for study and assessments - which means no evening or weekend study is required!
You will work towards being able to undertake the range of duties listed below:
Transactional processing across a variety of Finance Systems
System administration & maintenance
Banking & reconciliations
Mailbox administration
Communication with internal and external customers
Training:
As part of this role, you will undertake and complete an Assistant Accountant Level 3 qualification with AAT
At the end of this apprenticeship, you have an AAT Level 2 Booking Foundation Certificate and a Level 3 Diploma in Accounting which are nationally recognised qualifications
You will have the opportunity to learn in your role and will be provided with approximately one day per week in term time to study. You will be given time to attend in person training at our Buckinghamshire Adult Learning site in Aylesbury
The training you will be completed as part of the Assistant Accountant apprenticeship standard includes:
Management Accounting: Budgeting
Management Accounting: Decision and Control
Financial Statements for Limited Companies
Accounting Systems and Controls
Credit Management
Cash Treasury Management
All modules of this apprenticeship will include in-person lessons, online exams, exam revision and a workplace project. Training Outcome:
Our apprenticeship roles are on a fixed term contract for the duration of the apprenticeship. Level 3 is usually for 18-months
We cannot guarantee a permanent position following the completion of the apprenticeship; however, this is a great opportunity to start a career in finance
AAT is a well-recognised professional body, and coupled alongside practical working experience within a large organisation, this is a great entry opportunity for anyone with an interest in building a career within finance
Employer Description:The Income Team are responsible for ensuring that income received from our customers is correctly distributed across the organisation. We deal with large volumes of transactions daily, with a real emphasis on accuracy and efficiency across processing, maintenance, and reconciliations.
Being a centralised Team, we assist our colleagues across all the councils’ various directorates, meaning there is a lot of variety across the various types of work that we are involved in. This provides a great opportunity to build working relationships with a large variety of colleagues across the organisation. Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.
As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you can either work from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Initiative....Read more...
Fundraising Manager
Salary: Up to £40,000 based on full time (pro rata for part time), dependent on experience and skills
Hours: Full time and part time will be considered.
Based at Ampleforth Abbey, Ampleforth, YO62 4EN
Closing date: Monday 17th August
Onsite Interviews: Week commencing 24th August
Benefits
Up to 8% employer-matched pension
Life assurance
Free lunch during working hours
Free on-site parking
20% discount at the Tea room and Abbey Shop
Cycle to Work Scheme
Christmas Closure
Historic Houses and Yorkshire Great Houses, Castles and Gardens passes to borrow
Employee Assistance programme
Retail savings platform
50% discount on fitness suite, swimming and other activities at St Albans Centre
About Ampleforth Abbey
Ampleforth Abbey is home to the UK's largest Benedictine monastic community, rooted in the Rule of St Benedict. Our mission is to seek God through prayer and service, and to invite others to experience faith in action.
Located in the Howardian Hills near York, the Abbey sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and welcomes thousands of visitors each year to its Retreat Centre, Visitor Centre, Shop and Tea Room.
Ampleforth Abbey Trust, a registered charity, works alongside the monastic community to support this mission. With around 60 lay staff, the Trust delivers on a five-year strategy, choosing a Future Together, to ensure a sustainable, faith-led future for the Abbey and its valley home.
We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager with excellent relationship management skills to help develop and sustainably grow our fundraising revenue. You will develop and use stewardship tools to guide supporters through their individual giving journey, including cultivation plans, proposals and reports, managing donor communications and nurturing our community of support.
The Fundraising Manager will report to and work under the direction of the Head of Marketing, Communications & Development.
Main Responsibilities but not limited to:-
Develop a Fundraising Strategy in collaboration with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development, to include individual giving, regular giving, legacies, partnerships and a supporter scheme.
Develop and manage an Individual Giving Programme, using multiple forms of donor acquisition, ensuring high quality donor care and the achievement of agreed targets.
Work with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development to develop a Legacy Programme, managing the delivery of multichannel activities aiming to recruit, develop and maintain relationships with the public and our supporters for Legacy prospecting and outcomes.
Support the development of a major donor portfolio, ensuring successful engagement of high-level individual donors with a view to securing major gifts.
Manage the development and implementation of our corporate fundraising programme, building on current partnerships and securing new relationships with a range of partners.
Develop fundraising content and materials for a wide range of audiences and fundraising initiatives, ensuring that individual giving messaging is embedded across all touchpoints.
Plan and manage the delivery of major fundraising appeals and campaigns, including the management and delivery of fundraising events where appropriate.
Support the implementation and management of a fundraising database, ensuring high quality of data input and reporting.
Manage the fundraising budget in line with objectives and KPIs, reporting monthly to the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development.
Oversee donor communications and ensure excellent donor stewardship, including regular updates and responding to individual donor enquiries in a timely manner.
Develop, implement and manage supporter schemes for individuals and corporates, including recruitment, stewardship and the delivery of events.
Work alongside the Head of Marketing, Communications & Development to build and nurture relationships with both prospective and existing partners and donors to drive sustainable growth and maintain high levels of engagement.
Occasional joint working with colleagues at the St Laurence Education Trust on collaborative fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
Represent AAT at relevant networking events and conferences alongside the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development, to expand networks, gather market insights, and increase the organisation's community of support.
Ensure staff and volunteers have the information they need to deliver on their roles and support the overall fundraising strategy
Ensure all fundraising opportunities and applications align with, and are sensitive to, the Abbey's mission, values and monastic identity.
Ensure all fundraising activities are fully compliant, including data protection, Gift Aid, fundraising law and other relevance compliance issues.
Undertake any other reasonable duties required in line with capabilities, the needs of the company, and the wider group.
Experience
You will have:
Experienced fundraiser with 5+ years' experience
Experience of fundraising in a charity context
Experience of managing individual giving campaigns, including regular giving and legacies
Experience of developing and managing fundraising events and campaigns
Proven experience of excellent donor stewardship and managing supporter communications at all levels
Proven experience of working within the charity, and/or faith-based organisations
Effective planning, organisation, and time management
Member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (desirable)
Skills and Attributes
You will bring:
Technical
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire people at all levels
The ability to build, develop and maintain relationships with individuals, partners and major stakeholders to achieve and exceed targets
Strong influencing, negotiation and communication skills
Effective organisational skills and an ability to manage and meet priorities with varying deadlines
Financially literate with budget-management experience and the ability to track and report on fundraising income
Ability and confidence to present to internal and external audiences
Ability to write engaging, compelling copy for a range of audiences
Experience of using CRM databases for segmentation and reporting to achieve fundraising goals
Excellent Office 365 and IT skills
Strong project management skills, with a track record of delivering multiple projects simultaneously
A strong understanding of fundraising compliance and relevant legislation
Behavioural
Understands and is able to communicate the values of Ampleforth Abbey Trust
An empathy towards the work of the Monastic Community
Personal resilience and ability to respond positively to pressure
An agile, flexible and positive mindset
Creativity, innovation and the ability to think outside the box
Problem-solving abilities and clear thinking, with sound judgement; able to make effective decisions under pressure
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects and competing demands simultaneously.
Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
Effective planning, organisation and time management
Integrity and diplomacy
Proactive style and work ethic
High professional standards, methodical and diligent, with a high attention to detail
Results-driven and goal-oriented mindset
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Fundraising Manager
Salary: Up to £40,000 based on full time (pro rata for part time), dependent on experience and skills
Hours: Full time and part time will be considered.
Based at Ampleforth Abbey, Ampleforth, YO62 4EN
Closing date: Monday 17th August
Onsite Interviews: Week commencing 24th August
Benefits
Up to 8% employer-matched pension
Life assurance
Free lunch during working hours
Free on-site parking
20% discount at the Tea room and Abbey Shop
Cycle to Work Scheme
Christmas Closure
Historic Houses and Yorkshire Great Houses, Castles and Gardens passes to borrow
Employee Assistance programme
Retail savings platform
50% discount on fitness suite, swimming and other activities at St Albans Centre
About Ampleforth Abbey
Ampleforth Abbey is home to the UK's largest Benedictine monastic community, rooted in the Rule of St Benedict. Our mission is to seek God through prayer and service, and to invite others to experience faith in action.
Located in the Howardian Hills near York, the Abbey sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and welcomes thousands of visitors each year to its Retreat Centre, Visitor Centre, Shop and Tea Room.
Ampleforth Abbey Trust, a registered charity, works alongside the monastic community to support this mission. With around 60 lay staff, the Trust delivers on a five-year strategy, choosing a Future Together, to ensure a sustainable, faith-led future for the Abbey and its valley home.
We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager with excellent relationship management skills to help develop and sustainably grow our fundraising revenue. You will develop and use stewardship tools to guide supporters through their individual giving journey, including cultivation plans, proposals and reports, managing donor communications and nurturing our community of support.
The Fundraising Manager will report to and work under the direction of the Head of Marketing, Communications & Development.
Main Responsibilities but not limited to:-
Develop a Fundraising Strategy in collaboration with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development, to include individual giving, regular giving, legacies, partnerships and a supporter scheme.
Develop and manage an Individual Giving Programme, using multiple forms of donor acquisition, ensuring high quality donor care and the achievement of agreed targets.
Work with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development to develop a Legacy Programme, managing the delivery of multichannel activities aiming to recruit, develop and maintain relationships with the public and our supporters for Legacy prospecting and outcomes.
Support the development of a major donor portfolio, ensuring successful engagement of high-level individual donors with a view to securing major gifts.
Manage the development and implementation of our corporate fundraising programme, building on current partnerships and securing new relationships with a range of partners.
Develop fundraising content and materials for a wide range of audiences and fundraising initiatives, ensuring that individual giving messaging is embedded across all touchpoints.
Plan and manage the delivery of major fundraising appeals and campaigns, including the management and delivery of fundraising events where appropriate.
Support the implementation and management of a fundraising database, ensuring high quality of data input and reporting.
Manage the fundraising budget in line with objectives and KPIs, reporting monthly to the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development.
Oversee donor communications and ensure excellent donor stewardship, including regular updates and responding to individual donor enquiries in a timely manner.
Develop, implement and manage supporter schemes for individuals and corporates, including recruitment, stewardship and the delivery of events.
Work alongside the Head of Marketing, Communications & Development to build and nurture relationships with both prospective and existing partners and donors to drive sustainable growth and maintain high levels of engagement.
Occasional joint working with colleagues at the St Laurence Education Trust on collaborative fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
Represent AAT at relevant networking events and conferences alongside the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development, to expand networks, gather market insights, and increase the organisation's community of support.
Ensure staff and volunteers have the information they need to deliver on their roles and support the overall fundraising strategy
Ensure all fundraising opportunities and applications align with, and are sensitive to, the Abbey's mission, values and monastic identity.
Ensure all fundraising activities are fully compliant, including data protection, Gift Aid, fundraising law and other relevance compliance issues.
Undertake any other reasonable duties required in line with capabilities, the needs of the company, and the wider group.
Experience
You will have:
Experienced fundraiser with 5+ years' experience
Experience of fundraising in a charity context
Experience of managing individual giving campaigns, including regular giving and legacies
Experience of developing and managing fundraising events and campaigns
Proven experience of excellent donor stewardship and managing supporter communications at all levels
Proven experience of working within the charity, and/or faith-based organisations
Effective planning, organisation, and time management
Member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (desirable)
Skills and Attributes
You will bring:
Technical
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire people at all levels
The ability to build, develop and maintain relationships with individuals, partners and major stakeholders to achieve and exceed targets
Strong influencing, negotiation and communication skills
Effective organisational skills and an ability to manage and meet priorities with varying deadlines
Financially literate with budget-management experience and the ability to track and report on fundraising income
Ability and confidence to present to internal and external audiences
Ability to write engaging, compelling copy for a range of audiences
Experience of using CRM databases for segmentation and reporting to achieve fundraising goals
Excellent Office 365 and IT skills
Strong project management skills, with a track record of delivering multiple projects simultaneously
A strong understanding of fundraising compliance and relevant legislation
Behavioural
Understands and is able to communicate the values of Ampleforth Abbey Trust
An empathy towards the work of the Monastic Community
Personal resilience and ability to respond positively to pressure
An agile, flexible and positive mindset
Creativity, innovation and the ability to think outside the box
Problem-solving abilities and clear thinking, with sound judgement; able to make effective decisions under pressure
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects and competing demands simultaneously.
Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
Effective planning, organisation and time management
Integrity and diplomacy
Proactive style and work ethic
High professional standards, methodical and diligent, with a high attention to detail
Results-driven and goal-oriented mindset
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Role: Operation ManagerLocation: Hampshire & South WestSalary: £80,000Enhancements: Car allowance £7,500Ready to take the next step in your care leadership career?A leading care provider is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to support a portfolio of care homes across Hampshire, Sussex, Berkshire, Surrey and Cornwall.This is a hands-on senior role, working closely with General Managers to maintain high standards of care, compliance and operational performance. You’ll also step in to support homes where there is no General Manager in place, helping to troubleshoot challenges and provide stability and leadership.You’ll have a clinical background, strong senior care management experience and the ability to lead and support teams across multiple services.The role involves extensive travel across the division, so flexibility to travel is essential.This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, excellent benefits and ongoing professional development.Person specification
Registered Nurse (RN/RMN or RNLD) with current or previous NMC registrationDriver with access to own vehicleProven experience managing multi or large nursing home environments with responsibility for clinical and operational performanceRecent CQC registration for a nursing homes under your supervision, with Good or Outstanding inspection outcomes.Full, unrestricted UK right to work (please note; visa sponsorship is not available for this position)
Benefits
Quality bonusesCar allowance £7,500Enhanced employer pension contributionHoliday, retail and leisure discountsEnrolment into a profit share schemeNMC registration fees paid (if clinical)+ much more!....Read more...
Are you a driven sales professional who enjoys opening doors, building relationships and creating new business opportunities?
We're looking for an ambitious Internal Sales & Account Development Executive to join a growing national business supplying products and technical solutions into the construction and industrial sectors.
This is a highly proactive role where you'll combine new business development with account management, helping to grow an existing customer portfolio while generating qualified opportunities for the external sales team.
If you're confident on the phone, enjoy speaking with customers and thrive in a target-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role You'll play a key role in driving commercial growth by managing a large portfolio of SME accounts while identifying and developing new business opportunities across the UK.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Proactively contacting prospective customers through outbound cold calling
- Researching businesses and identifying key decision-makers
- Qualifying opportunities by understanding customer requirements, budgets and project timelines
- Booking high-quality appointments for the external Business Development Managers
- Managing and developing an assigned portfolio of over 1,000 existing customer accounts
- Re-engaging dormant customers and identifying opportunities to increase spend
- Promoting additional products and services through cross-selling and upselling
- Handling commercial enquiries, quotations and orders generated from your sales activity
- Maintaining accurate CRM records and customer information
- Working closely with field-based sales colleagues to maximise opportunities
- Routing operational or service-related queries to the appropriate internal teams
What We're Looking For Essential
- Previous experience in B2B outbound sales, lead generation, telesales or appointment setting
- A proven track record of achieving activity and sales targets
- Experience overcoming objections and engaging decision-makers
- Excellent communication, questioning and relationship-building skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office
- A positive, resilient and self-motivated attitude
Desirable Experience within any of the following sectors would be advantageous:
- Construction
- Plant Hire
- Tool Hire
- Industrial Supplies
- Engineering
- Technical Services
- Building Materials
Knowledge of CRM platforms such as Pipedrive would also be beneficial.
About You You'll be someone who:
- Enjoys speaking with customers and building long-term relationships
- Has a genuine passion for winning new business
- Is commercially aware and customer focused
- Takes ownership of your own workload and targets
- Thrives in a fast-paced sales environment
- Is comfortable working independently from home while remaining an active member of the wider team
- Pays close attention to detail and maintains accurate customer records
What Success Looks Like You'll be responsible for:
- Consistently delivering a high volume of outbound sales activity
- Generating qualified appointments for the external sales team
- Growing revenue across your customer portfolio
- Increasing customer retention and reactivating dormant accounts
- Converting quotations into orders
- Maintaining accurate CRM records and pipeline management
What's on Offer
- Hybrid working
- Competitive salary
- Performance-related bonus
- Ongoing training and development
- Career progression opportunities within a growing national business
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
If you're looking for an opportunity where your proactive approach, commercial mindset and relationship-building skills can make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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Are you a driven sales professional who enjoys opening doors, building relationships and creating new business opportunities?
We're looking for an ambitious Internal Sales & Account Development Executive to join a growing national business supplying products and technical solutions into the construction and industrial sectors.
This is a highly proactive role where you'll combine new business development with account management, helping to grow an existing customer portfolio while generating qualified opportunities for the external sales team.
If you're confident on the phone, enjoy speaking with customers and thrive in a target-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role You'll play a key role in driving commercial growth by managing a large portfolio of SME accounts while identifying and developing new business opportunities across the UK.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Proactively contacting prospective customers through outbound cold calling
- Researching businesses and identifying key decision-makers
- Qualifying opportunities by understanding customer requirements, budgets and project timelines
- Booking high-quality appointments for the external Business Development Managers
- Managing and developing an assigned portfolio of over 1,000 existing customer accounts
- Re-engaging dormant customers and identifying opportunities to increase spend
- Promoting additional products and services through cross-selling and upselling
- Handling commercial enquiries, quotations and orders generated from your sales activity
- Maintaining accurate CRM records and customer information
- Working closely with field-based sales colleagues to maximise opportunities
- Routing operational or service-related queries to the appropriate internal teams
What We're Looking For Essential
- Previous experience in B2B outbound sales, lead generation, telesales or appointment setting
- A proven track record of achieving activity and sales targets
- Experience overcoming objections and engaging decision-makers
- Excellent communication, questioning and relationship-building skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office
- A positive, resilient and self-motivated attitude
Desirable Experience within any of the following sectors would be advantageous:
- Construction
- Plant Hire
- Tool Hire
- Industrial Supplies
- Engineering
- Technical Services
- Building Materials
Knowledge of CRM platforms such as Pipedrive would also be beneficial.
About You You'll be someone who:
- Enjoys speaking with customers and building long-term relationships
- Has a genuine passion for winning new business
- Is commercially aware and customer focused
- Takes ownership of your own workload and targets
- Thrives in a fast-paced sales environment
- Is comfortable working independently from home while remaining an active member of the wider team
- Pays close attention to detail and maintains accurate customer records
What Success Looks Like You'll be responsible for:
- Consistently delivering a high volume of outbound sales activity
- Generating qualified appointments for the external sales team
- Growing revenue across your customer portfolio
- Increasing customer retention and reactivating dormant accounts
- Converting quotations into orders
- Maintaining accurate CRM records and pipeline management
What's on Offer
- Hybrid working
- Competitive salary
- Performance-related bonus
- Ongoing training and development
- Career progression opportunities within a growing national business
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
If you're looking for an opportunity where your proactive approach, commercial mindset and relationship-building skills can make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.
peter@holtautomotive.co.uk....Read more...
Key responsibilities:
Triage & Backlog Refinement: Review incoming requests and prioritise the product backlog to ensure the development team is focused on high-value tasks.
Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact between business leaders and the technical team to ensure the product roadmap reflects organisational goals.
Agile Facilitation: Lead core Agile ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, and Sprint Reviews. You will be responsible for identifying and removing technical blockers to maintain delivery momentum.
Technical Documentation: Produce comprehensive help files, user guides, and support materials to assist with customer onboarding and reduce support ticket volume.
Skills Required:
Detail-Orientated: Capable of managing complex backlogs and ensuring documentation is accurate and useful.
A Clear Communicator: Able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and vice versa.
Process-Driven: Interested in Agile methodologies and improving team workflows.
Adaptable: Eager to learn the nuances of the product and take on a variety of tasks from project management to copywriting.
Remote Work Discipline: Proven ability to remain productive and organised while working from home.
Problem-Solving Skills: A logical approach to resolving issues and facilitating team progress.
Technical Literacy: While a computer science degree is not required, you must be comfortable learning the technical aspects of software development.
Training:
Information Communication Technician Apprentice.
Remote training delivery.
One file.
VLE.
6 hours of dedicated training time every week.
Training Outcome:Possible full-time permanent position upon completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Our client created a smart and flexible way to sign in staff, visitors, and contractors. With over 18,000 sites across 70 countries, including America, Canada, Denmark and more, they are one of the world’s fastest-growing visitor management platforms. Their team consists of dedicated software developers and a customer success team, delivering brilliant features and exceptional customer service to their ever-growing community.
They are looking for a talented and driven Product Support Apprentice to join their team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are passionate about workplace technology, security, and SaaS solutions, this could be the perfect role for you!
This role is central to our development cycle, ensuring that technical tasks align with business objectives and that the team operates efficiently. This position is suitable for a junior candidate who possesses a strong aptitude for learning and the ability to manage their workload independently in a remote environment.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm – Remote, with availability to get to the Northampton office.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Congleton (Field-Based Across the UK) | £31,000–£35,000 DOE
Our client is a global leader in engineering and manufacturing, delivering specialist process equipment and engineering solutions across a range of industries. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Service Technician to join their team based in Congleton.This is a field-based role requiring extensive travel throughout the UK, with occasional travel across Europe. The successful candidate should expect to work away from home from Monday morning to Friday afternoon on a regular basis, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.The Role
As a Service Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out the maintenance, servicing, repair and installation of specialist industrial plant equipment at customer sites throughout the UK. This is a hands-on role involving mechanical fitting, fault finding and preventative maintenance, ensuring equipment is operating safely and efficiently.Key Responsibilities
Carry out mechanical maintenance, servicing and repairs on industrial plant equipment.Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM), inspections and breakdown repairs.Dismantle machinery for cleaning, inspection and replacement of worn or damaged components.Reassemble, install and commission equipment following maintenance or repair work.Travel to customer sites across the UK, with occasional visits to Europe.Assist with equipment installation, commissioning and on-site fault finding.Complete detailed service reports and maintain accurate maintenance records.Communicate professionally with customers and internal departments.Assist with stock control and spare parts management at the Congleton facility.Work safely within industrial environments while following company health and safety procedures.Undertake physically demanding work, including lifting, dismantling and handling heavy mechanical components.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Previous experience as a Service Technician, Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Engineer or in a similar mechanical engineering role.Strong mechanical fitting and industrial maintenance experience.Experience servicing, repairing and fault finding on industrial machinery.Previous experience within the water, gas, process, manufacturing, energy or nuclear sectors would be highly advantageous.Experience working with industrial pipework and associated mechanical equipment.A practical approach to diagnosing faults and identifying effective solutions.The flexibility to work away from home throughout the working week.A full UK driving licence.Excellent communication and customer service skills.The ability to work independently as well as part of a small engineering team.Good physical fitness, as the role involves manual handling and physically demanding activities.
Salary & Benefits
£31,000–£35,000 DOEField-based role with nationwide travelMonday to Friday, 43-hour working weekTypical off-site working hours:
Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 5:00pmFriday: 7:00am – Early Afternoon
All travel, accommodation and business expenses paidCompany training and ongoing professional development20 days annual leave plus Bank HolidaysOn-site parkingExcellent long-term career opportunities with a global engineering business
If you're an experienced mechanical engineer who enjoys travelling, problem-solving and working on a wide variety of industrial equipment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected engineering company offering long-term career development and continuous training. Anderson Wright Consulting Ltd operates as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
Residential Childcare Worker – Sunderland A UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for this role with the willingness to get business insurance. We do not accept sponsorships for this job role, must hold a right to work in the UK. Experience in children’s residential care is beneficialWhat We Offer:
Competitive salary: £28,350 - £29,362.50 dependent on experience and qualifications.
Sleeps paid at £50 per night plus possibility of Over Time
Mileage is paid at a rate of 40p per mile
Comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced DBS check, healthcare plan, and excellent learning and development opportunities.
Enjoy perks like our profit share scheme, recognition program, credit union saving scheme, free parking, and company events.
Join a vibrant, inclusive culture that values your contributions and celebrates success.
Hours: 40 hours per week, to be worked on a rota basis, in accordance with the needs of the service. Flexibility is essential due to days, evenings, sleep-ins, waking nights and Bank Holidays are all required shifts. Residential Childcare Officers are on a 2-week rolling rota (can be subject to change, based on the needs of the service). Key Responsibilities and Duties
To provide care and support to children and young people.
Adhere to, uphold and exemplify the Group’s core values.
To participate in duties associated with the home as directed by the home Management team
To be aware of and comply with the statutory requirements and all the company’s policies and procedures including those of outdoor activities.
Job Purpose and Role ROC the National Care Employer of the Year (2022) is looking for a Residential Childcare Worker to join the team in safe, nurturing, and caring homes for children and young people. As a Residential Childcare Worker, you will be providing direct day-to-day care and to support Adolescents who display emotional or behavioural difficulties and/or learning disabilities, fulfil their potential, reach their aspirations, and participate in outdoor activities or alternative education. Assisting the team to provide the highest standard of care to any young person/s placed. Requirements: Experience with children or young people, or personal experienceA driving licence and access to a vehicle Apply now if you want to make a difference Do you want to support children and young people’s learning and personal development? Do you want to make a difference in their lives? Would you like to work with our innovative team that values honesty, commitment, flexibility, and integrity? So – if you are an experienced Residential Childcare Worker, have applicable life experience or someone currently working with children and looking for a change in career apply now or call on 0330 335 8999. ....Read more...
· To effectively deliver the requirements of the EYFS ensuring that the individual needs and interest of children in the setting are met (working together with other team members)
· To keep records of key children’s development and share with parents, carers and other key adults in the child’s life. (as per the settings procedures)
·To ensure the setting meet the needs of the individual children having an awareness of any Protected Characteristics such as disabilities, family cultures and medical needs.
·To develop and maintain strong partnerships and communication with parents/carers and to ensure day-to-day caring and early learning needs are met to a high level
·To advise Manager/Designated Safeguarding Lead of any concerns, e.g., over children, parents, the safety of the environment, preserving confidentiality as necessary
· To read, understand and adhere to all policies and procedures relevant to the role and the safe running of the setting to include Safeguarding.
· Support all adults and engage as a team working together to fulfil the aims of the setting.
· To be flexible within working practices of the setting, undertaking other responsible duties where needed, such as domestic tasks, preparation of meals, cleansing of equipment, etc.
· To develop your role within the team, especially about being an EYP
· To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g., training, staff meetings, etc.
· To keep any information confidential regarding the children, their families or other staff that is acquired as part of the job GDPR and Data Protection Act.
· To be aware of the high profile of the setting and to always uphold its standards, both in work hours and outside.
· To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed in accordance with the nurseries aims and objectives.
· To work in partnership with management to review and update the self-evaluation and improvement plan.
· To ensure high standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness are always maintained; to report any issues.
· To adhere to Government and Public Health England legislation and guidance around diseases, i.e., Covid-19
. To undertake and lead on additional responsibilities such as SENCO, Designated Safeguarding Lead and Training, etc.Training Outcome:For the successful candidate there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualificationsEmployer Description:Our ethos is to provide a warm and nurturing home from home environment, where children feel loved and valued. Our aim is to ensure we make each day a learning adventure where children feel inspired and limitless. Where discovery and exploration enables us to grow our wings and reach the sky: reaching our full potential.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 7:30am to 6pm, Shifts tbcSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Infrastructure Architect – Financial Services – London / Hybrid
(Tech stack: Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud & On-Premise Infrastructure, Enterprise Architecture, Technology Strategy, Infrastructure Design, Architecture Governance, Risk Management, IT Standards, Technology Roadmaps, Financial Services, TOGAF, Infrastructure Architect)
Are you an experienced Infrastructure Architect looking to take ownership of technology strategy and architecture within a sophisticated financial services environment? Do you enjoy working across complex infrastructure landscapes, shaping technical direction and ensuring technology solutions are secure, scalable and fit for purpose? This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally connected financial services organisation where technology plays a critical role in supporting business growth and market operations.
Our client is seeking an Infrastructure Architect to provide architectural leadership across a broad technology estate. You will work closely with infrastructure, engineering, enterprise architecture and business teams to understand technology drivers and translate them into robust infrastructure strategies and solutions. You will play a key role in ensuring technology change, projects and releases follow appropriate governance, standards and architectural principles.
As an Infrastructure Architect, you will provide subject matter expertise across multiple infrastructure domains, supporting the evaluation and adoption of new technologies while developing standards, design patterns and technical roadmaps. You will work with technical leads, senior stakeholders and technology vendors to shape future infrastructure capabilities, while ensuring solutions remain aligned with wider enterprise architecture objectives. Strong experience in infrastructure design, technology governance, risk management and modern IT technologies will be essential.
You will also play an important role in challenging existing approaches and identifying opportunities to improve the organisation's technology landscape. From reviewing solution designs and architecture artefacts through to supporting regional technology teams, you will help drive consistency, standardisation and continuous improvement across the infrastructure estate. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will need to translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a sophisticated financial services technology environment where you will have genuine influence over infrastructure strategy and architectural direction. You'll work across a complex, geographically distributed organisation, partnering with senior technology teams and helping shape the technology platforms that underpin critical financial market operations.
Location: London, UK / Hybrid Working
Salary: £130,000 – £160,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits
Hybrid Working: 3-days in the offices and 2-days at home.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as sponsorship is not available.
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Are you an experienced Customer Services Manager, Account Manager, Partnerships Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Member Services Manager, or similar? Can you support customers, build relationships, and promote opportunities for collaborative working? If this description fits, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Partnerships Manager. Informed Recruitment are a specialist provider of contract and permanent resources to the Housing & Property Technology markets, we are delighted to be partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their customer service provision.The objective of the role will be to proactively engage with supply chain partners, build strong relationships, and promote collaborative working. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include engaging with and supporting partners; compiling management, operational, and supply chain reports; communicating potential opportunities; the identification of potential new suppliers as well as competitor analysis; attending member and operational meetings; spend monitoring; attending conferences and events; drafting social media content and managing bulk email communications; maintaining audit files; procurement requirements and identifying opportunities for social value; supporting contract pack creating; and onboarding new suppliers whilst drafting, sending, tracking & chasing new supplier packs as well as reviews packs for existing suppliers.BackgroundWell-trodden paths into this role include:
Construction and Development – managing customer service, accounts, or administration for construction companies, development & regeneration, or modular builders.
Customer Services / Account Management – A successful track record as an account management/customer success management/customer service management professional with a successful track record of looking after customers, building relationships, and promoting services. Any experience of working with procurement frameworks or within the housing or property sectors would be beneficial.
Property background - Experience as a Social Housing professional with subject matter expertise in Assets, Property Services, Development or Building Safety looking for a new challenge.
Supply Chain/Merchants - Experience working within the supply chain providing materials, goods, and services to the Housing, Construction, Building Safety, Asset Management, &/or Property services sectors with knowledge of the relevant goods, services, prices, and people.
Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
Essential Skills
Self-starter with a positive approach with a background in customer services or account management.
A consultative approach based on looking after customers, building positive relationships, and with the ability to turn ideas into action and results.
The ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
A good understanding of creating value and managing costs.
The ability to engage with prospective customers at conferences, seminars, and workshops.
Strong MS Office skills.
Highly Desirable / Will Strengthen Application
Experience of the current Construction, or Property Asset Management market(s), including current issues within development, compliance, building safety, property services, construction, and/or property asset management.
An understanding of procurement, commercial contract arrangements, PA23 and/or PCR.
As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous attention to detail & record keeping. This role is hybrid based, with some time spent working from home, some time spent on customer sites in the North of England and ad hoc travel to an office in Birmingham. A driving license, method of transportation, and positive outlook to travel are therefore necessary to undertake this position. This is an exciting time to join the organisation and your contribution will certainly be felt, in return you will receive a very competitive salary, car allowance, life assurance, healthcare and benefits package with a generous holiday allowance. Interviews are available now, so please apply without delay to secure your slot!
Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests’. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.....Read more...
Are you an experienced Customer Services Manager, Account Manager, Partnerships Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Member Services Manager, or similar? Can you support customers, build relationships, and promote opportunities for collaborative working? If this description fits, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Partnerships Manager. Informed Recruitment are a specialist provider of contract and permanent resources to the Housing & Property Technology markets, we are delighted to be partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their customer service provision.
The objective of the role will be to proactively engage with supply chain partners, build strong relationships, and promote collaborative working. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include engaging with and supporting partners; compiling management, operational, and supply chain reports; communicating potential opportunities; the identification of potential new suppliers as well as competitor analysis; attending member and operational meetings; spend monitoring; attending conferences and events; drafting social media content and managing bulk email communications; maintaining audit files; procurement requirements and identifying opportunities for social value; supporting contract pack creating; and onboarding new suppliers whilst drafting, sending, tracking & chasing new supplier packs as well as reviews packs for existing suppliers.
Background
Well-trodden paths into this role include:
Construction and Development – managing customer service, accounts, or administration for construction companies, development & regeneration, or modular builders.
Customer Services / Account Management – A successful track record as an account management/customer success management/customer service management professional with a successful track record of looking after customers, building relationships, and promoting services. Any experience of working with procurement frameworks or within the housing or property sectors would be beneficial.
Property background - Experience as a Social Housing professional with subject matter expertise in Assets, Property Services, Development or Building Safety looking for a new challenge.
Supply Chain/Merchants - Experience working within the supply chain providing materials, goods, and services to the Housing, Construction, Building Safety, Asset Management, &/or Property services sectors with knowledge of the relevant goods, services, prices, and people.
Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
Essential Skills
Self-starter with a positive approach with a background in customer services or account management.
A consultative approach based on looking after customers, building positive relationships, and with the ability to turn ideas into action and results.
The ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
A good understanding of creating value and managing costs.
The ability to engage with prospective customers at conferences, seminars, and workshops.
Strong MS Office skills.
Highly Desirable / Will Strengthen Application
Experience of the current Construction, or Property Asset Management market(s), including current issues within development, compliance, building safety, property services, construction, and/or property asset management.
An understanding of procurement, commercial contract arrangements, PA23 and/or PCR.
As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous attention to detail & record keeping. This role is hybrid based, with some time spent working from home, some time spent on customer sites in the North of England and ad hoc travel to an office in Birmingham. A driving license, method of transportation, and positive outlook to travel are therefore necessary to undertake this position. This is an exciting time to join the organisation and your contribution will certainly be felt, in return you will receive a very competitive salary, car allowance, life assurance, healthcare and benefits package with a generous holiday allowance.
Interviews are available now, so please apply without delay to secure your slot!
Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests’. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.....Read more...
Work within the decarbonisation team on varied investment projects, including leaseholder consultation, to build project, contract and budget management skills, and support contract‑phase delivery to ensure contractors meet agreed quality and performance standards.
Undertake joint building surveys for assessment and reporting through a formal schedule.
Work with internal and external customers and stakeholders to monitor project‑level customer satisfaction, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and contractor performance on customer care is regularly reported.
Support the preparation of detailed specifications and schedules of works and produce all documentation needed for an effective procurement exercise in accordance with the procurement policy and financial regulations. Undertake detailed analysis of tender prices and provide a final tender report including recommendations. Develop the skills to prepare and submit documentation for Statutory Approvals, including Planning and Building Regulations, ensuring all required permissions are obtained within advised timelines.
Work towards full competence in planning, managing, monitoring and coordinating project health and safety in line with CDM 2015, while monitoring and recording contractor performance and maintaining accurate project information.
Carry out regular site surveys to collect stock data that informs strategic business planning.
Build working knowledge of updating the MRI (Promaster) asset management database, develop a long‑term survey programme aligned with stock investment priorities, and ensure data is accurately presented for project progress records.
Learn to identify HHSRS hazards in homes and ensure Category 1 hazards are resolved promptly.
Report any repairs or specialist surveys required for defects identified whilst carrying out surveys.
Identify and report any housing tenancy, welfare, or safeguarding concerns during visits. Signpost to teams such as Anti Social Behaviour (ASB), Neighbourhood Officers, Works and Money Advisors, Occupational Therapists.
Provide basic advice to residents on correct use of the home including simple repairs the resident may be responsible for.
Identify and record refusals and support the technical liaison officer with no access situations.
Formulate and process data for analysis, measure and progress tracking.
Support meetings by documenting accurate minutes, identifying key action points and associated timelines.
Training Outcome:The apprentice will have the the opportunity to progress into a full-time, permanent role with the company.Employer Description:At Citizen, we offer more than just places to live, we provide homes that are a foundation for life. That’s because we believe being a Citizen means being part of something bigger and belonging to a community where everyone has a voice, respect, and can access support when they need it most.
From our rented homes to our award-winning regeneration projects, we’re passionate about providing homes that support our customers to live well and feel secure.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Experience of procurement,Project management,Planning and Building Regs,UK full driving licence,Health and safety,Diagnosing maintenance defects....Read more...
1st Line Network Support EngineerLocation: Central Brighton Paying between £28,000-30,000, depending on experienceA growing telecommunications provider based in Central Brighton, is seeking a personable and technically-minded 1st Line Network Support Engineer to join their Service Desk team.Supporting customers across a range of network and telephony services, you'll be the first point of contact for technical queries, taking ownership of initial troubleshooting, incident triage and escalation where required. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys technology, delivering great customer service and building a career within a growing telecoms environment.Working closely with an experienced technical team, you'll gain exposure to networking, infrastructure and telecommunications technologies while developing your technical skillset in a supportive environment.The Role
Act as the first point of contact for customer support enquiries via phone, email and ticketing systems
Troubleshoot and resolve first-line technical issues, escalating more complex faults when required
Accurately log, prioritise and manage support tickets through to resolution
Communicate with customers throughout the support process, ensuring a high level of service
Support a range of network and telecommunications-related products and services
About You
Previous experience in a 1st Line Support, Service Desk, Helpdesk or Technical Support role
Strong customer service and communication skills
A genuine interest in technology, networking and telecommunications.
Ability to troubleshoot issues methodically and remain calm under pressure
Experience using ticketing or service management systems
Any knowledge or experience of networking and telephony technologies would be highly beneficial, including exposure to areas such as TCP/IP, VoIP, SIP, LAN/WAN connectivity or telecommunications services.Location: Central Brighton Salary: £28,000-30,000 per annum Working Pattern: Office-based initially, moving to a hybrid model with 2 days working from home....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Compensation:
Base Compensation Range: $70,000 - $90,000
Uncapped earnings potential - get paid for your performance!
Outside Sales Reps that completed their first year average over $135K, with our top rookies earning over $200K.
Overall, veteran Stonhard Sales Reps average over $230K per year!
20% of our US sales team made over $300,000 per year
Employee Benefits:
Stonhard invests in our people - 401K matching AND a 100% company sponsored pension plan, along with strong medical, dental & vision benefits programs
World-class training and a commitment to ongoing career development and long-term growth
40% of Stonhard's US sales team have been with the company for 10+ years
You'll have flexibility to work from your home office when not in the field meeting clients
Supplemental Pay Types: Commission Pay, Car Allowance, Reimbursement for Business Expenses
Key Responsibilities:
Drive B2B sales growth through in-person sales calls by meeting/exceeding activity goals for quotes and orders
Proactively identify new business opportunities (ZoomInfo subscription provided) and implement effective sales solutions quickly
Maintain accurate customer records, project details and activity logs using Salesforce CRM
Oversee project management responsibilities at installation sites, coordinating work with Stonhard's Construction Division approved installation crews (including occasional weekend/holiday installations)
Qualifications:
Two or more years of related sales B2B experience preferred, specializing in construction, industrial, or commercial markets
Strong oral and written communication, presentation, organization and planning skills
Ability to thrive in a self-directed and fast-changing environment with a high degree of flexibility
Computer literacy required, including experience with CRM systems (Salesforce, ZoomInfo) and Microsoft 365
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My client are a global financial services firm with hubs located across EMEA and the USA. Due to a planned expansion and internal promotion, we are seeking to appoint an Internal Auditor to join the team.
Key responsibilities will include:
Participating in internal audits designed to evaluate the adequacy of controls for the business and key business processes. This is an end to end internal audit role.
Included in this responsibility are:
Completing audit test procedures.
Communicating audit findings noted from the review to the Senior Internal Audit Manager.
Assisting the Senior Internal Audit Manager in the development of an audit approach and testing strategy for assigned audit projects to ensure all key business risks and controls are evaluated.
Making, or assisting in making oral and written presentations to management throughout and at the conclusion of the examination by discussing process and control deficiencies, recommending corrective actions and other suggestions for improvements in operations and/or reductions in costs.
Applicants will be able to deliver an end to end internal audit but this can be whilst under supervision from the Senior Internal Audit Manager.
The company culture for this client is extremely dynamic and ambitious candidates are well looked after. 75% of the current leadership team have been internally promoted into the role and other senior operational Line Managers also originated from within internal audit. It has an excellent reputation for getting strong candidates noticed and then poached into group operational roles.
Applicants will ideally be qualified or studying towards one of the following: ACA/ACCA/CIIA/CIA or equivalent.
Communication skills and particularly the ability to articulate risks and controls are essential for this role. A good work/life balance exists and the team operate a “grown up approach” to time keeping with core hours being 9.30-5.30pm. The team work in a hybrid manner with 3 days a week in the office and the rest from home.
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