Job Title: MOT and Diagnostic Technician
Location: Newbury,
Vacancy Type: Permanent/Full-Time
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 OTE (Competitive Salary, Uncapped)
Job Summary:
We are looking for a skilled MOT and Diagnostic Technician to join a main dealership group in Newbury. In this role, you will perform MOT tests and a variety of workshop services to meet customer needs and maximize productivity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct Class IV MOT tests.
- Perform routine vehicle servicing and repairs in accordance with brand standards.
- Diagnose faults in vehicle electrical systems and report findings.
- Execute welding repairs and air-conditioning servicing.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Communicate with customers regarding vehicle status and recommendations.
Qualifications:
- Relevant City & Guilds, BTEC, or NVQ accreditation.
- Previous experience in a franchise dealership is preferred.
- Valid MOT Tester qualification with strong fault diagnosis skills.
- Commitment to delivering excellent customer service and teamwork.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and uncapped bonus structure.
- 30 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) with additional leave for long service.
- Birthday day off.
- Discounts on MOTs, services, and parts.
- Life Assurance and Pension Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme (BEN).
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM (1-hour lunch)
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Mechanical Building Engineer Newbury – 3 sites £40,000pa / 26 + 8 days holiday / Monday-Friday / Pool car provided between sites / 40 hour week / Enhanced pension / Health care / Life assurance / Hapi benefits We are an international facilities management company who have been established in the UK for over 30 years but also have offices across the world. We currently turn over 2 billion per year in the UK alone! We currently employee around 9,0000 employees across England, Scotland and Wales and have many long standing relationships with out clients are able to offer all our clients reactive callout services and planned maintenance tailored to meet their specific needs. We are currently seeking a Mechanical & Plumbing Engineer to cover 3 sites across Newbury . Key Responsibilities:
Travelling to 3 MOD / RAF sites across Newbury
Perform routine maintenance and repair on AHUs, FCUs, pumps, and valves.
Maintenance and service on emergency lighting, BMS, fire alarms , generators
Carrying out commercial plumbing maintenance
Troubleshoot mechanical & electrical faults and carry out effective repairs.
Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on building systems.
Complete relevant documentation and reports in line with compliance requirements.
Support other maintenance tasks as required, including basic electrical and general building upkeep.
Liaise with clients and stakeholders professionally and courteously.
Ensure adherence to Health and Safety regulations at all times.
Skills and Experience Required:
Proven experience in mechanical / electrical building maintenance within a facilities management environment.
Plumbing
Flexible approach to work, willing to assist with other trades as needed.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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DevOps Test Engineer - 5G SA Core - Major Mobile Network Provider
Join the Future of Mobile Technology - Lead 5G Core Testing Innovation
Location: UK, Berkshire or Netherlands, Rotterdam (Hybrid Home Working Available)
Contract Type: Full-time Contract Position
Industry: Telecommunications | 5G Standalone Networks
@mecscomms is recruiting for a contract – 5G SA Core, DevOps Test Engineer with a large Global Enterprise and Mobile Network Service Provider environment. If you've got experience with DevOps Engineering, Testing, 5G SA, 5G Standalone, One Mobile Core, OMC, EPC, 5GC, 3GPP, Ericsson PCC, PCG, Test Automation, Landslide Testing, Mobile Core Networks, Telecom etc. I'm keen to hear from you.
Shape the new 5G SA revolution!
Join a large mobile network operator in their groundbreaking One Mobile Core (OMC) Program. You’ll work on enterprise-level 5G Core implementations and cutting-edge 5G Standalone networks, serving over 7 million customers daily across 5,000+ base stations. If you’re passionate about cutting-edge telecommunications infrastructure and technology, this is a crucial role in testing and optimizing next generation 5G Core networks. You’ll be part of the team delivering:
• Higher network speeds for enhanced user experience
• Ultra-low latency for real-time applications
• Superior quality connections and reliability
• Enhanced security protocols for customer protection
Your Mission: 5G SA Data Core Testing Excellence
• Design and execute comprehensive test cases based on Test Object Lists for the new 5G SA data core infrastructure
• Perform end-to-end testing using advanced shielded boxes, devices, and Landslide platforms
• Implement automated testing solutions with dedicated test-automation tooling
• Conduct exploratory testing to determine optimal 5G SA configurations
• Troubleshoot complex issues in direct collaboration with Ericsson vendor support
• Document and report detailed findings to the customer test manager
• Work within a dedicated test team led by experienced customer test managers
• Direct partnership with Ericsson technical specialists and vendor support
• Cross-functional collaboration with Mobile Access and Core engineering teams
• Provide detailed progress reporting to stakeholders and test managers
• Drive quality assurance initiatives to identify and eliminate system errors
What We Need (Essential Requirements)
• 5G Core & EPC Mastery: Deep knowledge of Mobile Core technologies, 5GC, and 3GPP architecture
• 5G SA Experience: Understanding of Standalone network architecture and data core systems
• Test Engineering Excellence: Proven experience with test methodologies, processes, and tracing equipment
• Ericsson Platform Expertise: Hands-on experience with Ericsson mobile core, especially PCC and PCG
• Quality Assurance Focus: Relentless commitment to identifying and resolving system issues
• Excellent communication for vendor collaboration and stakeholder reporting
• Problem-solving expertise with systematic troubleshooting approach
@mecscomms: uniting opportunity with ambition in Telecoms | Media | Technology
@mecscomms is the brand name of MECS Communications Ltd who provide permanent & contract recruitment consultancy service as an Employment Agency & Employment Business.
For more information or a list of current vacancies, please see our web site at mecscomms.co.uk
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.NET Developer, .NET 9 - Social Networking Site – Newbury
(Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 9, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Microservices, Azure, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer)
Our client is the world’s largest social-networking web site and they have ambitions to become the biggest web site in the world! Their global presence currently stretches across 25 countries and their planned expansion for the next 12 months will see another 10 countries added to this list as well as their workforce increasing by 100% in size. Underpinning this success is their hip and cutting-edge .NET / C# technology platform.
We are seeking several .NET Developer to work on the development of revolutionary new features that will draw users to their web site for longer periods of time. .NET Developer applicants should have a skill set that encompasses: .NET, .NET Core / ASP.NET MVC, C# and SQL Server. We are keen to hear from .NET Developer candidates with a strong understanding object orientated (OO) development and the full software development life cycle.
This is a rare opportunity to join a truly exciting global brand. Our client offers over 20 days of dedicated technical training per year and exposure to cutting edge technologies such as: .NET 9, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Microservices, Azure, JavaScript, Angular 19, Bootstrap, Agile and SQL Server 2022. Additionally you will follow an official structured career progression program.
Location: Newbury, Berkshire, UK / Remote Working
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits
Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK even though remote working is available.
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SALES & CUSTOMER SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - KITCHEN REFURBISHMENT – LOCATION Newbury (Thatcham) - PART TIME – SALARY £12.50 per hour + BONUS & BENEFITSSales and Customer Service Administrator required for the UK’s leading and award-winning Kitchen makeover company. They specialise in renovating existing kitchens instead of replacing, typically saving customers 50% of the cost of replacement.They also offer the option of supplying and fitting a brand-new kitchen if the existing kitchen cannot be updatedDue to their continued growth and success, they are now recruiting for a Sales and Customer Service Administrator to work from out of the Newbury BranchTHE ROLE
As Kitchen Showroom Consultant you will be the first point of contact for customers coming to the showroom and via telephoneGathering full customer requirements, what they are looking to achieved & their expected spend level.Arranging and booking appointments for a member of the team to carry out a home visit to present the sales possibilities & take measurements etc.You will be showing customers the products and service on offer e.g. Kitchen doors, worktops, handles, appliances etc.Helping customer choose colours, styles etc.Taking phone calls from potential and existing customers as well as suppliersFollowing up internet and email enquiriesYou will also be carrying out general admin duties e.g., quotations, placing orders, dealing with suppliers and other admin work as requiredEnsuring the showroom is always clean and tidyThis is a Part Time role working 22-24 Hours per week but must be flexible to do additional if needed.Hours include alternate Saturdays and additional holiday /sickness cover when requiredMUST BE ABLE TO WORK SATURDAYSWorking as a part of a small team, helping out in all departments as business dictatesYou will be working from the Thatcham Branch, on the A4.
THE PERSON
The successful Showroom Consultant MUST have experience in a similar role with significant customer interaction both via the phone and face to face. Minimum of 2 years.It would be advantageous to have previous experience in Kitchens, Bathrooms, Bedrooms, DIY, Home Furnishing etc.A friendly disposition and ability to engage customers is essentialEnthusiasm for and a strong interest in home improvementsThe successful candidate must be able to work independently, often looking after the showroom on your own.Confident & able to convert a customer enquiry into a lead or home/showroom appointmentAble to work during the weekend, alternate Saturdays with additional hours as required (No Sundays)You must be IT proficient, able to use email, Word, Excel and the Microsoft suiteYou MUST have excellent customer service skills with great customer facing skillsHands on and happy to help within all departmentsLive within a commutable distance to the Thatcham Branch
THE PACKAGE
Salary £12:50 per hourBonus schemePro Rata Holiday entitlement Free uniformPension SchemeStaff DiscountsPart Time
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We are looking for experienced Nursery Practitioners to join our nurseries in Newbury on a Bank Basis
Drivers preferred
Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK. This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK.
About the role:
You will have strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) combined with hands-on experience. You will lead the development of a nurturing environment instilling good, core values into children of various ages. You will safeguard children’s welfare and encourage joy through age-appropriate activities.
About you:
NVQ Level 3 Early Years Qualification or equivalent
NVQ Level 2 will be considered
Enhanced DBS Check (on Update Service preferred)
Flexible
Will commit to minimum 2 days a week
What’s on offer?
£14 - £14.50 per hour (PAYE) or £17 - £17.75 UMBRELLA
Full and part-time opportunities (flexible hours available)
Easily accessible via public transport and car
A friendly and supportive team
Holiday pay (12.07% per hour PAYE)
Weekly pay
Free training
Free parking
Dedicated consultant to enhance your CV and interview prep
Opportunities to win agency worker of the month
Potential to receive £200 referral bonus for Nursery Assistants
Potential to receive £250 referral bonus for Early Years Practitioners
For more information, please contact
Aaron Connolly – Recruitment Consultant
Telephone: 07441356501
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We are looking for multiple Nursery Assistants to join our nurseries in Newbury as Bank Staff.
Drivers preferred.
Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK. This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK.
About the role:
You will bring joy and enthusiasm to our nurseries by leading engaging activities for the children. You will instil good core values. You will leave a positive impact on the children. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about Early Years Development.
About You:
Previous experience in childcare (desirable)
DBS Check
Passionate
Great communication
Engaging nature
Willing to try new things
Desire to positively impact children’s early years from 3months to 5 years’ old
Able to commit to minimum 2 Full Nursery Days (8am – 6pm)
What’s on offer?
Minimum or National Living Wage (£12.21 - £12.50) depending on age, and experience
Full and part-time opportunities (flexible hours available)
Easily accessible via public transport and car
A friendly and supportive team
Holiday pay (12.07% per hour PAYE)
Weekly pay
Free training
Free parking
Dedicated consultant to enhance your CV and interview prep
Opportunities to win agency worker of the month
Potential to receive £200 referral bonus for Nursery Assistants
Potential to receive £250 referral bonus for Early Years Practitioners
We are a disability confident employer.
For more information, please get in contact
Aaron Connolly – Recruitment Consultant
Telephone: 07441356501
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Daily duties will include:
Answering the telephone
Telephoning mortgage and insurance companies for updates on clients’ applications
Providing updates to clients by email and telephone
Updating the client computer database
Providing support to our team of financial advisers
Completing online applications for mortgages
Providing support to the team of administrators
Training:The successful candidate will work towards the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard. This will involve one day a month group training at our centre in Newbury, and a 1-1 monthly training and review meeting with their training consultant.
Functional skills English and maths Level 2 will be delivered through weekly sessions if required at our training centre in Newbury.Training Outcome:On going training and personal development are encouraged and supported.Employer Description:Firstxtra Financial Services is a long established, successful family owned business with professional advisers covering the UK with the head office in Newbury, Berkshire.
Firstxtra has been trading for over 20 years with a team of highly skilled and enthusiastic professional advisers and administrators who specialise in mortgages and protection insurance.
Our philosophy is to provide the highest level of customer service and advice to all our clients. We are very proud of our advice and service and this is reflected in the number of repeat customers that we have, and from the number of customer recommends and testimonials that we receive on a regular basis.Working Hours :8.45am - 5.15pm (1-hour for lunch)
Monday to Friday plus a min of 1-Saturday per month after a qualifying periodSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Confident,Outgoing Personality....Read more...
Key Responsibilities
Responding to telephone and email enquiries from families, staff, and professionals
Scheduling care appointments and updating rotas using spreadsheets or software
Greet visitors and handle general front-office duties
Recording and maintaining confidential client information accurately
Supporting care staff with administrative updates and communications
Assisting in monitoring service feedback and helping address minor issues
Learning about safeguarding, data protection, and customer service best practices
Working closely with a mentor and completing coursework as part of your training
Training:Training Provided
Delivered by Sandwell College
Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Apprenticeship
Training is workplace-based — no need to attend college
Includes structured off-the-job learning (at least 20% of working hours)
Regular support and reviews from your college tutor and workplace mentor
Training Outcome:On successful completion, you may be offered:
A permanent position at Newbury Manor
Progression to a Level 3 apprenticeship
Further career development in care coordination or customer service or administration
Employer Description:Newbury Manor is a purpose-built care home in Oldbury, providing high-quality residential and nursing care for up to 56 residents. Our dedicated team is committed to supporting people with a wide range of care needs in a respectful and compassionate environment. The home is well situated near local transport links, making it easily accessible.Working Hours :Hours - 37.5 hours per week Monday – Friday 9-5pm.
Entitled to 28 days holiday.
DBS will be required for this role and 2 satisfactory references.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Administering the time and attendance system
Recording absences and managing holiday bookings
Maintaining employee benefits records
Supporting the HR team with projects
Issuing of staff uniform and managing uniform stock levels
Any other ad-hoc administration duties
Training:
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Training Outcome:
The successful candidate will attend specialise off-site training once per month to gain a nationally recognised qualification in Business Administration
Employer Description:Progressive Technology is a subcontract multi axis CNC machining and Metal 3D Printing specialist for Motorsport, Medical, Aerospace and Military in a modern clean high speck facility.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, 42.5 hours (Age dependent)
This role is fully officed basedSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Professional and confidential....Read more...
To support tutors with classroom delivery as required, engaging with learners who need support in a classroom setting or 121
Reinforce lessons presented by the classroom teacher by reviewing material with students individually or in groups
Provide additional learning support to learners where identified
Develop learning programmes for individual needs and adapt appropriate materials accordingly
Deliver customised learning activities to learners either individually or in groups
Monitor and support the social and emotional needs of learners appropriately
Assist with the development of lesson plans and learning materials to meet curriculum requirements and individual learner needs
Manage allocated learners and complete all necessary paperwork including tracking progress made and feeding this into the overall monitoring system
Liaise with relevant Colleagues to ensure all are kept informed of learner progress
Contribute to the development of the programme curriculum where applicable to ensure it satisfies the needs of individual learners and meets the programme requirements
Help tutors prepare for lessons by getting materials ready, setting up equipment and arranging the classroom environment
Assist the tutor in directly observing and recording behaviour
Help maintain order in the classroom by ensuring students adhere to the behaviour code of conduct
Maintain the learning environment in an organised and orderly manner to ensure an optimal learning experience
Create displays of the learners’ work and other classroom displays
Assist with other programmes as directed by the Executive Leadership Team
Training:The Apprentice will work towards the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Standard. This will be one day a month group remote training that is tutor led, and a 1-1 monthly training review.Training Outcome:WBTC encourage on-going training and development. Employer Description:Since 1983 West Berkshire Training Consortium has been providing high-quality apprenticeships and training to organisations and people across West Berkshire and beyond. We have trained over 15,000 apprentices in a wide range of occupations including Business, warehousing and Engineering. Learners and employers benefit from our personable, tailored approach and one-to-one support, resulting in high achievement and progression rates.Working Hours :Weekly hours will be 21.5, between the hours of 9.00am - 4.00pm, to be discussed at interview.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience,Confidentiality,Professional....Read more...
Are you passionate about sport and physical activity and specifically have a love for swimming? Do you love working with children to make a difference and impact on their learning and wellbeing? Can you be a positive role model to inspire and motivate children? Would you relish the opportunity to work alongside a friendly, supportive and hard-working team? If so, our Community Activator Coach apprenticeship opportunity may be perfect for you!
The Community Activator Apprentice with Swimming specialism has an important role to play in improving the health and wellbeing of children, families and communities by supporting the delivery of fun, inclusive and engaging sessions using our pop-up swimming pools. Working alongside our pool co-ordinators and swim teachers, this apprenticeship will give you an introduction into the world of swim teaching. Along the apprenticeship journey, you will learn how to plan, deliver and review sessions. We will also fund your lifeguarding and swim teacher qualifications. You will get a diverse opportunity to develop your wider coaching skills during your work on our Active Holiday camps during school holidays.
Key aspects of the role include:
Working directly with pupils across key stages 1 and 2
Support the delivery of swimming across National Curriculum PE lessons
Support extra-curricular activities
Undertaking routine maintenance of equipment, water testing and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the pool environment
Delivery of a range of interventions to support targeted pupil learning
Run/organise sports competitions/events
Use of technology to engage pupils with physical activity and sports especially swimming
Supporting holiday camp programmes and other extracurricular activities (where necessary)
Support other projects and activities relating to participation in sport and physical activity
Applicants must be confident and happy to travel to and from our sites each day. Please only apply for this apprenticeship if the location suits your mode of transport and travel times etc.
You will be allocated a site base, and the programme will operate on a site rotation basis throughout the Sandwell area. The ability to travel between sites is essential. Training:Level 2 Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship Standard with Swimming Specialism
Sector specific CPD, such as;
NPLQ qualification
SEQ Level 1 Swim Teaching assistant qualification
SEQ Level 2 Swim Teacher qualification
Pool maintenance and water testing CPD
Supporting the PE curriculum (swimming focussed)
Behaviour Management
Safeguarding / Prevent
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Digital skills
Functional skills in maths and English (where required)Training Outcome:We will support you in your personal development by providing you with the underpinning knowledge, skills and experience for the following:
Careers within the Sport Coaching/education sector
Potential further employment with the organisation
Opportunity for further education
Opportunity to progress to become a swim teacher
Opportunity to become a pool co-ordinator
Opportunity to diversify into wider sports coaching roles and potentially progress onto the Level 4 Sports Coach apprenticeship
Employer Description:Sandwell Leisure Trust is one of the largest Leisure Trusts in the UK. We manage seven leisure centres all within the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough and are proud to be IIP Silver accredited and have recently become the first Leisure Operator nationwide to be presented with the Order of Distinction from The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) for achieving 18 consecutive Gold Medal Awards in the prestigious RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards.
We aim to get more local people active and carefully balance our social ethos and commercial aspirations to maintain, invest and develop a wide range of quality sport and leisure services for SandwellWorking Hours :37 hours per week, Monday – Sunday which may include evening and weekend working.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Physical fitness,Swimming and water safety,Technology Use,Punctual and Reliable....Read more...
