This is an exciting opportunity to start or build your career in finance while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive professional environment. Our team manages the finances of five entities, giving you exposure to a broad range of financial processes, operations and reporting.
As a Finance Officer Apprentice, you’ll play an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of finance operations across all Ark and Ventures entities. You’ll develop practical skills in areas such as financial accounting, transaction processing, and the foundations of financial reporting, while also contributing to ad hoc finance projects that will broaden your experience and support your professional development.
We are committed to your development. As part of this role, you will complete the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship, fully funded by us. Alongside your day-to-day responsibilities, you’ll receive dedicated support and protected Off-the-Job learning time equivalent to 6 hours per week to help you succeed in your studies and build the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for a successful career in finance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Day to Day Finance Transactional Responsibilities (all Ark and Venture entities)
Monitor and maintain finance mailboxes and resolve issues raised
Responsible for processing of purchase orders, supplier invoices and employee expenses
Responsible for daily cashbook updates for all bank accounts across all entities
Prepare weekly payment run for suppliers and employee expense claims
Process donor income received on Beacon and liaise with the fundraising team to reconcile donor income with forecasts.
Create and issue sales invoices to customers and inter company rechargers
Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on queries or overdue payments
Monitor and update supplier and customer account details
Finance Projects & Process Improvements
Support the implementation of the new finance system
Assist the finance team with ad hoc project work, month end and year end
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes
Training Outcome:Successful candidates will have the opportunity to receive support with: Pursuing higher-level apprenticeships, Securing a permanent position and Growing within the team or across the wider Ark finance teams.Employer Description:Ark is an education charity committed to ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has access to an excellent education and real choices in life. We believe that, with the right support and approach, every school can succeed, even those facing the most challenging circumstances. Today, Ark Schools has grown into a network of 39 schools nationwide and is recognised as one of the highest-performing academy groups in the country.Our ambition extends beyond our own schools. Ark and Ventures was created not only to support pupils within Ark schools, but also to improve education systems more widely. Our ventures tackle some of the most complex challenges facing children today, including poor numeracy, inadequate support for pupils with dyslexia, and shortages of high-quality social workers.Ark’s Finance team plays a vital role in enabling this mission. The team supports a diverse portfolio of ventures focused on improving education outcomes, by providing strong financial stewardship and strategic support.
Other Information
Our flexible working model offers the best of both worlds, balancing in person collaboration, in our state of the art West London office with the flexibility of remote working.
Our flexitime policy allows you to work your hours around our core hours of 10.00 - 16.00, helping you prioritise your work-life balance and personal commitments.
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with each year of service up to 30 days after 3-years’ service. This entitlement is pro rata for part time employees. This entitlement excludes bank holidays.
Full office closure between Christmas and New Year.
As an Ark employee, you will have the opportunity to be part of the TPT (The Pension Trust) scheme, our workplace pension scheme where we make an 11% contribution; you are not required to contribute towards this scheme unless you choose to.
Access to high-quality professional learning throughout your career, offering both face-to-face sessions and a bespoke online learning platform.
Access to Ark Rewards scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers, interest-free loans available for season tickets or a bike, gym discounts offering up to 40% off your local gym and free eye tests.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9.00am- 5.30pm Flexible, 31 hours per weekSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Initiative,Proficient in Microsoft Excel,Other Office applications,Written communication skills,Accuracy,Prioritise workload,Driven,Self-starter....Read more...
About The RoleAs a key position in Capital Markets Go-to-Market (GTM) team, you will be in a leading role primarily enabling our sales organization by delivering the best-in-class solution education program. You will be reporting into Director, GTM Solution Education & Enablement, your goal will be to plan and execute the education program, including content creation, content management, communication strategy and end to end execution. The ultimate goal is to enhance sales performance, pipeline and drive revenue.We are looking for a collaborative individual with creative mind, can-do attitude and ability to navigate within a matrix organization.What You Will Be DoingPlay a pivotal role in bridging the gap between GTM strategy, sales strategy and execution.Partner with GTM, Sales and Product leadership, to uncover regional/segment education and content needs, execute enablement program to address these needs, and deliver & measure the successProviding sales teams with up-to-date product information and sales techniques. Execute best-in-class training & content via Sales Playbook, while collaborating with business partners and relevant stakeholders across the organization, include sales leaders and global learning teamExecute scalable on-demand learning solutions that create a measurable impact based on team members knowledge gapsCoordinate and organize trainings for sales and presales on new solution launches, new release features/benefits and solution suites. Maintain a repository of sales resources, collaborate with product marketing for consistent messagingMaintain scalable asset management for programs. Adhering to the goal of getting our sales teams the content to do their job when and where they need itResponsible for optimizing content utilizationDistribute and communicate content accordingly via the relevant channels to drive the maximum effectivenessComfortable to facilitate both in-person and virtual sessions, ability to command the roomDesign learning curriculums. Regular exercises on content strategy and communication strategy for our sales organizationCreating and rolling out the sales playbook to improve sales performanceDeveloping sales success stories, case studiesManaging the sales enablement content repository and ensuring accessibilityEstablish regular cadence between presales, sales and product management to ensure bidirectional communication on market trends and feedbackActs as the voice of the field and VOC back to GTM team, collecting input from sales/presalesActive learner on L&D trend and new learning toolsWhat You Bring5+ years’ experience in sales enablement (learning & development (L&D) experience is a plus)Experiences in end-to-end content managementExperiences in end-to-end communication execution and comfortable with developing communication strategyAbility to operate independently across all organizational levels; comfortable managing through ambiguity; record of influencing VP+ colleagues on multiple topics, in a global organization and a global teamProactive thinker; acutely understand financial technology industry and sales enablementHighly developed listening and communication skills, tailors content to match communication preferences; actively listens and responds to nuancesDemonstrated ability to execute and deliver high quality and timely work across multiple projects of varying complexity. Structures their work autonomously, can prioritize competing projects effectively, and can adjust in real-time to business needsKnowledge in developing an effective solution education program with high quality execution that delivers resultsKnowledge in e-Learning tools, development, and implementation, with an interest in growing knowledge in latest software and tools, include AIExperience building sales tools, playbooks, training, and certification programsExceptional written and verbal communication skillsPresents persuasively and with convictionHigh energy, polished professionalSeeks to understand and incorporate leadership and rep feedback when implementing programsDesire to continually learn and improve approaches and methodologiesCommitted to achieving your goals, with the ability to work under pressure in fast-paced and challenging environmentPositive team-oriented attitude with creative and strategic problem-solving skillsStructured thinker who can quickly organize and execute action plansAbility to influence others and enlist their help on a variety of ever-changing prioritiesProficient in Microsoft application suite, especially PowerPointBonus ExperiencesExperiences in film editing and other creative applications/toolsProficient in operating AI tools and softwareExperiences in managing agency relationshipExperiences in sales and marketing rolesFintech industry experiencesBachelor’s degree required, Masters or MBA is a plusWhat We Offer YouA dynamic role with high visibility and impact across global client engagementsA collaborative, international work environment with a passionate and driven teamCompetitive compensation and benefits packageThe opportunity to work with some of the most advanced banking and payment technologies in the industry....Read more...
Refrigeration Engineer – Retail FM Contract – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 40 or 45 hours per week OTE of £55K - £60K + £2K Joining bonus (for permanent roles)Basic Salary: £47,676 per annum for 40 hours per week (Inclusive of Standby Payment)We are currently recruiting experienced Refrigeration Engineers to join a well-established national facilities management provider supporting a major retail portfolio. Due to seasonal demand and ongoing contract growth, opportunities are available on both a permanent and temporary basis.This is a field-based role focused on delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and reactive support across a large-scale supermarket estate.Key Responsibilities:
Service, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems (packs, integrals, walk-ins)
Fault finding and reactive breakdown response
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with SFG20 standards
Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards
Accurate completion of job reports via PDA/CAF system
Providing excellent client-facing service while on-site
Requirements:
Proven experience working on commercial refrigeration systems within a retail or FM environment
Valid F-Gas (Category 1) qualification
NVQ / City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent
Full UK driving licence
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload....Read more...
Refrigeration Engineer – Retail FM Contract – Permanent & Temporary OpportunitiesWorking Hours: 40 or 45 hours per week OTE of £55K - £60K + £2K Joining bonus (for permanent roles)Basic Salary: £47,676 per annum for 40 hours per week (Inclusive of Standby Payment)We are currently recruiting experienced Refrigeration Engineers to join a well-established national facilities management provider supporting a major retail portfolio. Due to seasonal demand and ongoing contract growth, opportunities are available on both a permanent and temporary basis.This is a field-based role focused on delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and reactive support across a large-scale supermarket estate.Key Responsibilities:
Service, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems (packs, integrals, walk-ins)
Fault finding and reactive breakdown response
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with SFG20 standards
Ensuring all work is completed in compliance with F-Gas regulations and health & safety standards
Accurate completion of job reports via PDA/CAF system
Providing excellent client-facing service while on-site
Requirements:
Proven experience working on commercial refrigeration systems within a retail or FM environment
Valid F-Gas (Category 1) qualification
NVQ / City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent
Full UK driving licence
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Construction Manager Associate
Benefits:
Base Salary + Annual Bonus
Eligible for overtime
401K
Pension
Health Insurance
Paid time-off
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The Construction Management Associate is responsible for assisting the Construction Manager in all aspects related to a construction project. This will include, but not be limited to, General Contracting projects, larger-scale Contracting Patch and Repair Projects, TremCares, etc. This will involve working closely with the Construction Manager, Project Superintendent, or WTI Technician assigned to the project to ensure the project is executed effectively, completed safely, and all contractual obligations are adhered to. Additional duties will include participating in on-site meetings, developing the scope of work, reviewing proposals, specifications, and project schedules, assembling project submittals, obtaining building permits, and completing project closeout documents, as well as other duties as directed by the Construction Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for contributing to and validating proposals and specifications.
Conceptual Phase (specification development, establishment of milestone dates)
Program Planning Phase
Design Phase
Conduct Pre-Proposal Meetings
Proposal Phase
Construction Phase
Conduct Pre-Construction
Effective Close-out
Cost Estimates and Schedules
Use of ebuilder for all project documentation per policy manual.
Assist the Construction Manager in tracking project costs, budget variances, and profitability.
Accountable for Quality Assurance.
Ensure subcontractor has submitted the required documents.
Establish timelines and goals.
Manage key metrics and report on as required.
When needed, coordinate with Program Managers, Project Administrators, Project Estimators, Specification Writers, Sales Representatives, and RBM.
Assist in the review of submitted proposals and contractor interviews for specification and contractual compliance.
Review of line-item generated proposal documents.
Direct Project Superintendents as needed.
Competencies:
Adaptable, willingness to change with business necessity
Professional and lead by example
Diversity awareness and the ability to adjust to multiple personalities
Planning and organizational skills. Able to juggle multiple priorities and demonstrate good task management
Excellent customer service skills and ability to build relationships
Technical knowledge of all products and services that WTI offers
Understanding of Construction Management tasks
Superior written, oral, and digital communication skills
Able to create performance reporting
24-hour response to all inquiries
Ability to use and understand Microsoft Office and other software as required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Specification Development Stage:
Collaborates with the Construction Manager and Sales Representative to define the project scope of work.
Completion of specification request and related documents.
Responsible for specification review as required by the Construction Manager.
Pre-Proposal Stage:
Conducts Pre-Proposal Meeting and distributes completed Pre-Proposal Meeting documentation to all applicable parties.
Assist the Construction Manager in reviewing proposals.
Prepare Proposal Documents as directed by the Construction Manager.
Pre-Construction Stage:
Publish Project Schedule.
Assists the Construction Manager in planning and coordinating the Pre-Construction Meeting.
Engages with the Project Superintendent to provide necessary project information.
Conducts Pre-Construction Meeting and and distribute completed Pre-Construction Meeting documentation to all applicable parties.
Obtain a Building Permit when required.
Construction Stage:
Review Daily Inspection Forms and ensures they are distributed to all applicable parties and uploaded into project files.
Visits job site as necessary or directed by Construction Manager.
Conduct weekly Progress Meetings, virtual or onsite, and distribute meeting minutes to all applicable parties.
Maintain Project Schedule and update on a weekly basis.
Perform site audits as appropriate.
Review subcontractor payment requests with the Construction Manager.
Assemble AIA billing applications for the Construction Manager's review and approval.
Assist Construction Manager, Project Superintendent, Subcontractor, Owner, or Sales Representative as needed.
Close Out Stage:
Assist the Construction Manager in coordinating the final inspection.
Ensure all required documents are uploaded into the project files.
Other Requirements:
Ability to travel out of town, which may include overnight travel
Must have transportation and a valid driver's license
Ability to work weekends and/or holidays if needed
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Open to relocation after completion of the program
The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $54,549 and $68,000. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
Benefits:
Tremco offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including not limited to: health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus, and continuing education.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people?
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children and looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and progression opportunities?
If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
This role requires a driver and is not able to offer sponsorship.
We are working with a respected organisation that provides residential care for children and young people. Based in Keighley, this home supports children aged 6–11 years and is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and trauma-informed environment where every child can thrive.
This is a position working within a residential children's home supporting young people with varied and complex needs. The role requires dedication, resilience and a genuine commitment to helping children achieve positive outcomes.
The role requires flexibility in working hours, with shift patterns including weekends, bank holidays and sleep-in shifts.
What's on Offer:
Salary of £29,113
Full-time, permanent contract
Sleep-in payment of £43.90 per sleep-in
Comprehensive induction programme
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Regular practice and clinical supervision
Performance Development Planning
Clear career progression opportunities
Investors in People accredited employer
Mindful Employer accredited organisation
Competitive hourly rate
Group personal pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
The Role:
As a Residential Childcare Worker, you will:
Support children with their day-to-day care and development
Create a safe, nurturing and stable home environment
Build positive and trusting relationships with children
Support children with emotional and behavioural needs
Promote positive outcomes and independence
Work as part of a trauma-informed care team
Uphold high standards of safeguarding and child protection
Encourage children to participate in decisions affecting their lives
Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals
This role includes shift work, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-in duties, so flexibility is essential.
Ideal Backgrounds:
Experience in any of the following areas would be beneficial:
Residential children's care
SEN (Special Educational Needs)
Youth work
Education support
Social care
Family support services
Foster care support
Mental health support
Behavioural and emotional support services
Care leavers services
If this sounds like it may be a suitable next step for you lets chat!
This role requires a driver and is not able to offer sponsorship.
Summer
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About YouDo you enjoy using your commercial expertise where getting value for money really matters?Are you someone who believes the best outcomes are shaped early before contracts are even signed?Have you worked with NEC contracts (especially NEC4 PSC and ECC) and feel confident navigating complex, multi-stakeholder environments?If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.You might bring:Solid experience with NEC contracts, from early procurement design through to contract awardA track record of shaping procurement approaches and managing commercial risk in complex programmesThe ability to negotiate confidently and proportionately, protecting client interests while building positive, collaborative supplier relationshipsExperience supporting project teams with clear, high-quality commercial advice and sound judgementWe know people don’t always tick every box. If your experience is a bit different but you can see how you’d add value, please don’t rule yourself out—we’d really like to hear from you.About The RoleIn this role, you’ll help shape how we approach commercial strategy and procurement across consultancy and construction packages. This includes making sure routes to market, contract choices and risk allocation support the overall programme and deliver value for money.You’ll:Lead on commercial and procurement strategies, aligning them with programme goals and governanceProvide commercial input across the full project lifecycle from early market engagement through to deliverySupport approaches like two-stage tendering and early contractor involvement to drive better outcomesDraft, review and assure NEC and public sector contracts (including bespoke terms), making sure they are clear, consistent and fit for purposeAct as a trusted advisor to project teams, helping navigate complex commercial and contractual challengesEncourage a collaborative, fair and transparent approach balancing risk management with strong supplier relationships We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description. Role location: Hybrid working (on average 2 days working out of our Mansfield office) Schedule:Application closing date: 12th July 2026Sifting date: w/c 13th July 2026Interviews: w/c 21st July 2026(If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware and we will look at alternative dates)Security:Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.About Mining Remediation AuthorityOur benefits:
A cutting-edge Pension Rates with an impressive employer contribution rate of approximately 28.97%.Experience our values-based recognition scheme that celebrates your contributions.Flexibility in working patterns, whether it's full-time, part-time, or compressed hours.Embrace flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs.Enjoy a generous holiday allowance of 27.5 days annually, plus the flexibility to add 6 extra days to that, alongside 8 public holidays.Benefit from a comprehensive parental leave policy with 26 weeks of full pay (subject to eligibility).Get support to further your professional qualifications and payment for one annual professional subscription.Access a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being.Unlock exclusive employee discountsEnsure your well-being with an annual health check and receive £15 monthly towards well-being activities.Enjoy the convenience of on-site free parking, along with complimentary tea, coffee, and soft drinks at our Mansfield office.Working with us:We offer different ways to work flexibly, and the following types of flexibility are usually possible: job share, flexible hours, working from home for part of the week and compressed hours. Please feel free to talk about what flexibility means to you at your interview.With a genuine commitment to flexible working, we believe that work life balance is incredibly important.Who we are:Here at the Mining Remediation Authority, we really are a great team to work with. We’re united in our passion and commitment to make a better future for people and the environment in mining areas.We carry out a wide variety of essential services from responding to coal mining hazards, to keeping everyone and everything safe from mine water pollution.We are excited about what our future holds. Our work is helping to develop a new sustainable source of renewable energy for the UK. By harnessing the energy from mine water heat, we hope to play a key role towards helping the UK to meet net-zero emissions by 2050.We truly are a supportive organisation where we all live and breathe our values. We are inclusive, trusted and progressive in everything that we do.Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities, and we actively promote equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process.As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the minimum selection criteria and identify as disabled or from a minority ethnic background, this aligns with our values.We recruit based on your skills, experience and potential not your ethnicity, background, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. To help ensure fairness, we anonymise applications by asking you to remove personally identifiable information before they are reviewed by hiring managers. This helps us reduce unconscious bias and focus solely on what matters, your ability to succeed in the role.If you’re successful in joining us, it’s because we believe in your ability to make a meaningful contribution. By continuing to improve the diversity of our organisation, we strengthen our collective knowledge, creativity, innovation and living our values of being trusted, inclusive, and progressive every day.If you require reasonable adjustments or an alternative format to apply, please contact us at Recruitment@MiningRemediation.gov.uk or call us on 01623 637000. We are happy to support you through the process. ....Read more...
