Role : Court of Protection Solicitor - Health and Welfare A Legal500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Solicitor for highly sought permanent positon. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Role : Court of Protection Solicitor - Health and Welfare A Legal500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Solicitor for highly sought permanent positon. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and click apply for full job details
About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to th click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to th click apply for full job details
M365 Tester - Local Authority (North West / Merseyside) A large public-sector organisation in the North West is seeking an experienced M365 Tester to support the delivery and assurance of Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 services as part of a wider digital transformation programme click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Seasonal
M365 Tester - Local Authority (North West / Merseyside) A large public-sector organisation in the North West is seeking an experienced M365 Tester to support the delivery and assurance of Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 services as part of a wider digital transformation programme click apply for full job details
POLARIS Role: Sales Ledger & Billing Officer Location: Head Office - Bromsgrove Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Total reward between £25K and £27K per annum dependent upon experience Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free On-Site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Residential, Education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for an experienced Sales Ledger and Billing Officer to join our established finance team at our Head Office in Bromsgrove. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the Group achieves cash collection targets and minimises debts of concern. This will be achieved through robust management of the sales ledger and billing function across an allocated area of the ledger, as well as providing support to the Credit Control Manager. Key Responsibilities Raising sales invoices in line with customer invoicing terms to pre-agreed systemised billing set-up Raising free-text invoices for one-off rechargeable costs Chasing local authority accounts to ensure timely payment and resolving queries professionally Allocating incoming payments accurately across the ledger Managing queries with regions and customers, working closely with Polaris regions/homes when invoicing customers and demonstrating proactive query resolution skills Reducing current debtor days on the ledger to agreed targets per customer and per region Being effectively and efficiently organised and maintaining concise communication records Ensuring that all services delivered across allocated regions/homes are invoiced accurately About You The ideal candidate must have the following skills and experience: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to network at all levels Proficiency using Microsoft Office Ability to meet tight deadlines consistently Experience in a similar sales ledger/credit control role, ideally including chasing local authority payments Experience of using an integrated finance system If you would like to know more information about this role, please contact Sam Dodwell, UK Credit Control Manager on . We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:General, Location:Bromsgrove, ENG-B60 2BQ
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
POLARIS Role: Sales Ledger & Billing Officer Location: Head Office - Bromsgrove Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Total reward between £25K and £27K per annum dependent upon experience Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free On-Site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Residential, Education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for an experienced Sales Ledger and Billing Officer to join our established finance team at our Head Office in Bromsgrove. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the Group achieves cash collection targets and minimises debts of concern. This will be achieved through robust management of the sales ledger and billing function across an allocated area of the ledger, as well as providing support to the Credit Control Manager. Key Responsibilities Raising sales invoices in line with customer invoicing terms to pre-agreed systemised billing set-up Raising free-text invoices for one-off rechargeable costs Chasing local authority accounts to ensure timely payment and resolving queries professionally Allocating incoming payments accurately across the ledger Managing queries with regions and customers, working closely with Polaris regions/homes when invoicing customers and demonstrating proactive query resolution skills Reducing current debtor days on the ledger to agreed targets per customer and per region Being effectively and efficiently organised and maintaining concise communication records Ensuring that all services delivered across allocated regions/homes are invoiced accurately About You The ideal candidate must have the following skills and experience: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to network at all levels Proficiency using Microsoft Office Ability to meet tight deadlines consistently Experience in a similar sales ledger/credit control role, ideally including chasing local authority payments Experience of using an integrated finance system If you would like to know more information about this role, please contact Sam Dodwell, UK Credit Control Manager on . We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:General, Location:Bromsgrove, ENG-B60 2BQ
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do Design and implement scalable APIs and backend services, primarily in Scala, to integrate ML models into production systems and deliver personalised experiences. Real time data processing and gRPC microservices (Typelevel stack). Take end-to-end ownership of services, from development to production operations Optimising the performance of the application in the cloud environments Creating/improving automated pipelines that support our Continuous Delivery process Build, scale and maintain large scale cloud-based services Work closely with data scientists, ML engineers, and product teams to align technical solutions with business goals. Refining the team processes to continuously integrate and working towards a continuously deliverable application. Championing best practices to develop clean, resilient code that performs at serious scale. Coaching and providing feedback to fellow developers. What you'll bring Strong software engineering skills with experience in Scala, ideally the typelevel stack (bonus if you have exposure to Golang and Python). Interest in machine learning, personalisation systems and cloud technology - even if you haven't worked extensively in ML before. Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining production-grade APIs and backend services, including responsibility for reliability, performance, and on-call support. Hands-on experience working with data processing frameworks and distributed systems used to ingest, process, and store large-scale datasets, with an understanding of scalability, fault tolerance, and performance considerations. Practical experience with modern software development practices, including automated CI/CD pipelines, containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker), and deploying applications to cloud environments (e.g., AWS or GCP). Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and communicate technical concepts clearly. A problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn new technologies and approaches. Ability to challenge technical choices, architecture, tools and processes Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. What you'll do Design and implement scalable APIs and backend services, primarily in Scala, to integrate ML models into production systems and deliver personalised experiences. Real time data processing and gRPC microservices (Typelevel stack). Take end-to-end ownership of services, from development to production operations Optimising the performance of the application in the cloud environments Creating/improving automated pipelines that support our Continuous Delivery process Build, scale and maintain large scale cloud-based services Work closely with data scientists, ML engineers, and product teams to align technical solutions with business goals. Refining the team processes to continuously integrate and working towards a continuously deliverable application. Championing best practices to develop clean, resilient code that performs at serious scale. Coaching and providing feedback to fellow developers. What you'll bring Strong software engineering skills with experience in Scala, ideally the typelevel stack (bonus if you have exposure to Golang and Python). Interest in machine learning, personalisation systems and cloud technology - even if you haven't worked extensively in ML before. Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining production-grade APIs and backend services, including responsibility for reliability, performance, and on-call support. Hands-on experience working with data processing frameworks and distributed systems used to ingest, process, and store large-scale datasets, with an understanding of scalability, fault tolerance, and performance considerations. Practical experience with modern software development practices, including automated CI/CD pipelines, containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker), and deploying applications to cloud environments (e.g., AWS or GCP). Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and communicate technical concepts clearly. A problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn new technologies and approaches. Ability to challenge technical choices, architecture, tools and processes Team overview Global OTT Technology Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world's best entertainment, news and sport. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion & how you'll work We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. Your office space Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Costa Wilmslow Alderley Rd 1 3, 1-3 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, United Kingdom Job Description Posted Tuesday 17 February 2026 at 00:00 Expires Friday 27 February 2026 at 23:59 Store Manager - Wilmslow Alderley Road - Up to 35,000 Per annum - Permanent At Costa Coffee, we are what we craft. It's about stirring up success, empowering people, creating that Costa buzz and proudly making greatness every day. And as a Store Manager, you can too. So, why Costa? We're a global coffee brand with bold plans and some pretty brilliant perks to sweeten the deal: Access to the Coca-Cola share scheme including matched contributions 50% discount on all your favourite food and drinks in Costa owned stores A smart pension that is matched up to an amazing 10% Quarterly and annual incentive scheme, with the opportunity to earn up to £10,000 as a bonus (store dependent) We're passionate about being a great place to work where you can bring your real self into our mix. We firmly support diversity, equity and inclusion, and continue to work with our teams to shape the future of our culture and values: Disciplined to Deliver, Passion for Progress, Win with Warmth, Courage to Challenge and Trusted Team Players. What you'll do Being a Store Manager means so much more than running a store. It's your chance to own something and really define your success - which means you'll be: Meeting all customer needs and driving a strong customer service culture to drive positive NPS, as well as working in the local community to identify and welcome new customers Creating the perfect setting that customers want to come back to again and again Taking ownership with brilliant management of sales, profit, our teams, and recognition Training and developing your team to become the best they can be Who you are We're interested in your unique ingredients: A strong leader with experience managing and developing successful teams A forward thinker with one eye on where we're heading and the other on the bigger picture An ambitious character who wants to be part of our growth journey A brand ambassador dedicated to maintaining high standards
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Costa Wilmslow Alderley Rd 1 3, 1-3 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, United Kingdom Job Description Posted Tuesday 17 February 2026 at 00:00 Expires Friday 27 February 2026 at 23:59 Store Manager - Wilmslow Alderley Road - Up to 35,000 Per annum - Permanent At Costa Coffee, we are what we craft. It's about stirring up success, empowering people, creating that Costa buzz and proudly making greatness every day. And as a Store Manager, you can too. So, why Costa? We're a global coffee brand with bold plans and some pretty brilliant perks to sweeten the deal: Access to the Coca-Cola share scheme including matched contributions 50% discount on all your favourite food and drinks in Costa owned stores A smart pension that is matched up to an amazing 10% Quarterly and annual incentive scheme, with the opportunity to earn up to £10,000 as a bonus (store dependent) We're passionate about being a great place to work where you can bring your real self into our mix. We firmly support diversity, equity and inclusion, and continue to work with our teams to shape the future of our culture and values: Disciplined to Deliver, Passion for Progress, Win with Warmth, Courage to Challenge and Trusted Team Players. What you'll do Being a Store Manager means so much more than running a store. It's your chance to own something and really define your success - which means you'll be: Meeting all customer needs and driving a strong customer service culture to drive positive NPS, as well as working in the local community to identify and welcome new customers Creating the perfect setting that customers want to come back to again and again Taking ownership with brilliant management of sales, profit, our teams, and recognition Training and developing your team to become the best they can be Who you are We're interested in your unique ingredients: A strong leader with experience managing and developing successful teams A forward thinker with one eye on where we're heading and the other on the bigger picture An ambitious character who wants to be part of our growth journey A brand ambassador dedicated to maintaining high standards
Commercial Manager - 16-Month FTC Programme Name: LCST Location: Bristol Role Overview: We are seeking a Commercial Manager to join the team on a 16-month fixed term contract. Leidos Europe subsidiary, Leidos Supply Ltd (LSL), part of the Commodity Support Services (CSS) team within Team Leidos. Providing commercial support and advice to both team members and other stakeholders through the letting and click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Contractor
Commercial Manager - 16-Month FTC Programme Name: LCST Location: Bristol Role Overview: We are seeking a Commercial Manager to join the team on a 16-month fixed term contract. Leidos Europe subsidiary, Leidos Supply Ltd (LSL), part of the Commodity Support Services (CSS) team within Team Leidos. Providing commercial support and advice to both team members and other stakeholders through the letting and click apply for full job details
Our client, is looking for an experienced Aftersales Manager to lead operations at their flagship super site in Bristol. This is not a small operation. The site is a large, fast-paced dealership with a substantial workshop, parts department and service reception team. Were looking for someone who has already operated at this level, youll need solid experience managing aftersales within a similar si click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Our client, is looking for an experienced Aftersales Manager to lead operations at their flagship super site in Bristol. This is not a small operation. The site is a large, fast-paced dealership with a substantial workshop, parts department and service reception team. Were looking for someone who has already operated at this level, youll need solid experience managing aftersales within a similar si click apply for full job details
Fairfield School of Business (FSB) is a community-focused higher education provider with teaching locations in London, Birmingham, Leicester, and Sheffield. We provide high quality, industry-relevant qualifications in business, criminology, counselling, and healthcare management for people who want to improve their professional and personal circumstances but have found that traditional education r click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Fairfield School of Business (FSB) is a community-focused higher education provider with teaching locations in London, Birmingham, Leicester, and Sheffield. We provide high quality, industry-relevant qualifications in business, criminology, counselling, and healthcare management for people who want to improve their professional and personal circumstances but have found that traditional education r click apply for full job details
Job Title: Graphics Workshop Manager Location: Moulton Park, Northampton, NN3 6AX Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About us: For over 18 years, The Cyber Sign Company has grown from strength to strength, building an enviable reputation for meeting high quality, technical standards click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Graphics Workshop Manager Location: Moulton Park, Northampton, NN3 6AX Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About us: For over 18 years, The Cyber Sign Company has grown from strength to strength, building an enviable reputation for meeting high quality, technical standards click apply for full job details
POLARIS Referrals Officer - Fostering Location: Sittingbourne Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to £23,625.00 Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & Free On-site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Education, Residential and Leaving Care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a proactive, relationship-driven Referrals Officer to join our established Referrals Team. A "Referral" is a request from a Local Authority to find a suitable foster family for a child or young person who needs a safe and supportive home. In this pivotal role, you'll be the first point of contact between Local Authorities, foster families, and Social Workers-making sure every referral is carefully matched to the right foster family based on the child's needs. Role Responsibilities Take ownership for all foster family vacancies and act as the key point of contact for specific fostering agencies within the Polaris Community Accurately monitor and record foster family vacancies Engage daily (by phone call or Teams video call) with all foster families on the vacancy list Attend regular meetings with Agency Managers and Social Workers Ensure the recording system (CHARMS) is kept updated Use internal performance tools to track data and support foster family vacancies and agency growth Respond to new referrals within 15 minutes, matching children to suitable foster families quickly and carefully Build and maintain strong relationships with Local Authorities and Commissioning Teams Adopt a solution-focused approach to overcome barriers and secure successful matches Provide daily updates to your line manager on referral activity, carer availability, and any challenges Log successful matches and declines accurately on agency spreadsheets Requirements Strong administration skills, including screening referrals and updating internal systems A methodical and organised approach to managing and prioritising workload effectively The ability to work well within a fast-paced team environment, as well as autonomously using your own initiative Confidence communicating with both internal and external teams Driven to maximise referral conversions into successful placement matches with available foster families A genuine commitment to the ethos and values of the Polaris Community and its agencies (ISP, Orange Grove, Fosterplus, Clifford House) Experience of working within the children's services sector/similar related field would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
POLARIS Referrals Officer - Fostering Location: Sittingbourne Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to £23,625.00 Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & Free On-site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Education, Residential and Leaving Care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a proactive, relationship-driven Referrals Officer to join our established Referrals Team. A "Referral" is a request from a Local Authority to find a suitable foster family for a child or young person who needs a safe and supportive home. In this pivotal role, you'll be the first point of contact between Local Authorities, foster families, and Social Workers-making sure every referral is carefully matched to the right foster family based on the child's needs. Role Responsibilities Take ownership for all foster family vacancies and act as the key point of contact for specific fostering agencies within the Polaris Community Accurately monitor and record foster family vacancies Engage daily (by phone call or Teams video call) with all foster families on the vacancy list Attend regular meetings with Agency Managers and Social Workers Ensure the recording system (CHARMS) is kept updated Use internal performance tools to track data and support foster family vacancies and agency growth Respond to new referrals within 15 minutes, matching children to suitable foster families quickly and carefully Build and maintain strong relationships with Local Authorities and Commissioning Teams Adopt a solution-focused approach to overcome barriers and secure successful matches Provide daily updates to your line manager on referral activity, carer availability, and any challenges Log successful matches and declines accurately on agency spreadsheets Requirements Strong administration skills, including screening referrals and updating internal systems A methodical and organised approach to managing and prioritising workload effectively The ability to work well within a fast-paced team environment, as well as autonomously using your own initiative Confidence communicating with both internal and external teams Driven to maximise referral conversions into successful placement matches with available foster families A genuine commitment to the ethos and values of the Polaris Community and its agencies (ISP, Orange Grove, Fosterplus, Clifford House) Experience of working within the children's services sector/similar related field would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Project Quantity Surveyor Job in Central London Project Quantity Surveyor Job now available. Join a forward-thinking construction consultancy working across high-profile residential and mixed-use developments in London. This is a great opportunity for a driven Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of exciting projects while enjoying hybrid flexibility and a supportive professional environment click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Project Quantity Surveyor Job in Central London Project Quantity Surveyor Job now available. Join a forward-thinking construction consultancy working across high-profile residential and mixed-use developments in London. This is a great opportunity for a driven Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of exciting projects while enjoying hybrid flexibility and a supportive professional environment click apply for full job details
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. As a Product Design Manager in our digital customer experience team, you'll own the creation of world-class customer experiences and deliver transformative solutions across and the My Sky app. You'll lead Agile teams, drive design strategy, and be accountable for outcomes that reflect our brand and meet customer needs. Sitting within the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence, you'll support CX strategy, design excellence, and performance across product roadmaps for the UK & Ireland. From joining Sky to engaging with our latest services, we're driven by one purpose: to create better experiences for our customers. What you'll do: Inspire a team of designers to craft intuitive, evidence-led experiences across web and app platforms, while nurturing their growth through tailored development. Shape design strategy that aligns with business goals, championing the customer voice and influencing product roadmaps. Partner across disciplines- from product to engineering - to ensure solutions meet user, business, and technical needs. Drive innovation through AI tools, design systems, and motion principles, delivering seamless, brand-aligned app-first experiences. Translate customer insights into actionable design improvements, leading workshops, sprints, and research collaboration. Own delivery and quality, track CX KPIs, and ensure accessibility standards are met across scalable, end-to-end journeys. What you'll bring: Track record in delivering world-class, customer-centred large-scale digital products and services across responsive web and native applications. Experience leading design teams across multiple workloads and complex initiatives Expert-level Figma skills, including scalable templates, advanced prototyping and experience leading large-scale component libraries Mastery in accessibility to create inclusive experiences, user research methods to understand customer problems and behaviours, and analytics tools (Usertesting, Adobe Analytics) to understand and improve journeys. Strong storytelling, stakeholder influence, and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. Please include portfolio/content showing evidence of your experience across these four areas: 1. People - Helping develop high-performing teams. 2. Process - Applying scalable UCD methods that drive measurable outcomes. 3. Position - Influencing strategy and embedding design across an organisation. 4. Product - Producing provable world-class app-first digital experiences (Outcomes & Impact) The Rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. Your office base London (Osterley) Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. Leeds Our spacious Leeds tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
We believe in better. And we make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. As a Product Design Manager in our digital customer experience team, you'll own the creation of world-class customer experiences and deliver transformative solutions across and the My Sky app. You'll lead Agile teams, drive design strategy, and be accountable for outcomes that reflect our brand and meet customer needs. Sitting within the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence, you'll support CX strategy, design excellence, and performance across product roadmaps for the UK & Ireland. From joining Sky to engaging with our latest services, we're driven by one purpose: to create better experiences for our customers. What you'll do: Inspire a team of designers to craft intuitive, evidence-led experiences across web and app platforms, while nurturing their growth through tailored development. Shape design strategy that aligns with business goals, championing the customer voice and influencing product roadmaps. Partner across disciplines- from product to engineering - to ensure solutions meet user, business, and technical needs. Drive innovation through AI tools, design systems, and motion principles, delivering seamless, brand-aligned app-first experiences. Translate customer insights into actionable design improvements, leading workshops, sprints, and research collaboration. Own delivery and quality, track CX KPIs, and ensure accessibility standards are met across scalable, end-to-end journeys. What you'll bring: Track record in delivering world-class, customer-centred large-scale digital products and services across responsive web and native applications. Experience leading design teams across multiple workloads and complex initiatives Expert-level Figma skills, including scalable templates, advanced prototyping and experience leading large-scale component libraries Mastery in accessibility to create inclusive experiences, user research methods to understand customer problems and behaviours, and analytics tools (Usertesting, Adobe Analytics) to understand and improve journeys. Strong storytelling, stakeholder influence, and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments. Please include portfolio/content showing evidence of your experience across these four areas: 1. People - Helping develop high-performing teams. 2. Process - Applying scalable UCD methods that drive measurable outcomes. 3. Position - Influencing strategy and embedding design across an organisation. 4. Product - Producing provable world-class app-first digital experiences (Outcomes & Impact) The Rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate A generous pension package Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. Your office base London (Osterley) Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon. Leeds Our spacious Leeds tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark. Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym. Inclusion: At Sky we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working. We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Store Manager Reporting To: Retail Area Manager Location: Guildford Contract Type: Permanent Hours per week: 40 Who are Bird & Blend Tea Co.? Bird & Blend Tea Co. is an eco-conscious, people-focused, award winning & B Corp certified Tea Mixology company on a mission to spread happiness & reimagine tea! Bird & Blend was set up & is run by Krisi & Mike, who met whilst studying Politics (of all things!) at university. Building Bird & Blend from scratch while staying true to their ethos & values has been Krisi & Mike's passion for over 10 years. From the early days of packing tea in their bedroom & attending markets, to now, with an awesome team, multiple retail stores & a thriving international online store, Bird & Blend is leading the way in tea innovation in the UK. Bird & Blend has grown out of a core belief in doing business in a better way. This is ultimately our why - it's why we are in business & what we believe in. Of course, we want to welcome as many people as possible into our Magical World of Tea but fundamentally it's what we care about other than great tea that makes us magical. You can read heaps more information about us and our mission here: About this Role As a Store Manager, you're the key to engaging with customers, listening to their needs, and guiding them to the right products. With your passionate and focused leadership, you'll inspire and develop your team to create memorable and inclusive customer experiences, driving the store's overall success. You'll handle budgeting, plan marketing strategies, and build the store's customer base. You'll also coordinate the daily activities of your team, build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and inspire a high performing team in a dynamic and friendly environment. We're looking for a dedicated professional who brings passion and excellence to everything they do. This is a full time role (40 hr per week), which includes weekends and some evenings, operating an on site working pattern. What are the responsibilities? Customer Experience: Ensure every visitor has an exceptional Bird & Blend Tea experience and foster a customer focused culture with memorable interactions. Customer Focus: Become an expert on Bird & Blend products and values and handle escalated customer queries promptly. Sales: Drive your team to meet sales targets and KPIs and implement sales strategies with the Assistant Manager to boost not only sales but the customer experience. Motivate and Inspire: Lead, motivate and support your team to achieve individual and collective goals. Coaching: Provide feedback and coaching to enhance individual and store performance. Recruiting and Training: Recruit, induct, train, and develop a high performing team that fosters a positive store environment. Daily Operations: Oversee daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures. Staff Rotas: Organise and oversee team schedules to ensure there is enough cover on the shop floor at all times. Merchandising Standards: Maintain high visual merchandising standards, ensuring the store always looks exciting, inviting, and accessible. Sustainability: Use your passion for the environment to support B&B in reaching impact goals set out in the sustainability and impact strategy and lead your team to do the same. (We're a B Corp!) Stock Management: Manage stock efficiently to optimise stock levels, minimise discrepancies, and ensure products are readily available. Stock Takes: Arrange, plan and execute stock takes. Events: Lead and host store and local events, including evening events, to make them enjoyable and memorable for our customers. Sampling: Motivating and leading the team to get out there to spread the word about our delicious teas, whether greeting customers with a sample, outside of the store, or at external events. Build Connections: Foster relationships within the local community to increase footfall and successful store events and activities. About you People Management Experience: At least 2 years previous experience in a management role or similar within a customer service environment. Brand Ambassador: Proudly represent our brand and culture, embodying our values and inspiring your team to do the same. Sales Skills: Proven track record of effective selling skills and the ability to drive commercial outcomes. Team Leadership: Exceptional at leading, motivating and supporting a team, fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. Communication and Problem Solving: Excellent communication, problem solving, and visual merchandising skills. Product Enthusiasm: A genuine passion for our product and the confidence to share your enthusiasm with customers and the team. Customer Service Skills: Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build rapport and connect with customers confidently. Employment Relations: Experience in managing employee relations cases effectively. Professionalism: Foster a professional, fair, and kind relationship with customers and your team. Empathy: Demonstrated ability to use empathy to manage interpersonal relationships effectively. Open Mindset: A curious and open minded approach, with the ability to understand others, listen without judgement, and embrace diverse perspectives. Flexible Availability: Flexibility in availability is essential. Shifts may vary weekly, requiring adaptability to cover different days and times. A commitment to excellence: Going above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction is second nature to you. Approaching people: Confident and comfortable to approach people with a sample inside and outside of the store. Are there any perks? Of course there are, for all the hard work you will get: We are proud to be a Sunday Times Best Places To Work 2024 employer. Friendly and supportive team culture: Enjoy working alongside a team of like minded individuals who value collaboration, camaraderie, and fun in the workplace. Membership of company pension scheme (if applicable): Secure your financial future with enrollment in a company sponsored pension scheme, ensuring peace of mind and financial stability in retirement. Holiday accrual that grows with loyalty: Enjoy 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as a token of appreciation for your dedication and loyalty to the organisation, providing you with ample opportunities for rest and relaxation. This entitlement increases with service. Your birthday off! Life Insurance & Income Protection: providing financial security and peace of mind for you and your families. Health Cash Plan: after one year service we will enrol you into our Health Cash Plan which will allow you to claim back money for dental, optical, prescription charges etc. Specific information on this scheme will be shared with you all. Life Happens Leave: Sometimes life can throw unexpected challenges our way, we offer paid leave specifically dedicated to these situations to provide employees with the time and space needed. Complimentary drinks and snacks: Stay refreshed and energised throughout the day with a variety of free drinks and snacks provided in the office. Monthly tea allowance and generous staff discount: Indulge in your favourite teas while benefiting from a discount on company products, fostering a culture of enjoyment and appreciation. Employee Assistance Programme: Access confidential and professional mental health support services to prioritise your well being and address any personal or work related challenges. Bike to Work and Electric Vehicle Schemes: Take advantage of a sustainable transportation option, contribute to environmental conservation, and benefit from tax efficient savings. Paid volunteer days: Make a positive impact in our community by participating in volunteer activities during dedicated paid volunteer days, fostering a culture of corporate social responsibility and giving back. Dog friendly office: Bring your furry friend to work and enjoy a pet friendly environment that promotes work life balance and companionship. We also have enhanced family friendly policies, offer flexible working and are always open to discussing your individual circumstances! We are committed to equality of opportunity for all, applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application or interview process please let us know.
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Store Manager Reporting To: Retail Area Manager Location: Guildford Contract Type: Permanent Hours per week: 40 Who are Bird & Blend Tea Co.? Bird & Blend Tea Co. is an eco-conscious, people-focused, award winning & B Corp certified Tea Mixology company on a mission to spread happiness & reimagine tea! Bird & Blend was set up & is run by Krisi & Mike, who met whilst studying Politics (of all things!) at university. Building Bird & Blend from scratch while staying true to their ethos & values has been Krisi & Mike's passion for over 10 years. From the early days of packing tea in their bedroom & attending markets, to now, with an awesome team, multiple retail stores & a thriving international online store, Bird & Blend is leading the way in tea innovation in the UK. Bird & Blend has grown out of a core belief in doing business in a better way. This is ultimately our why - it's why we are in business & what we believe in. Of course, we want to welcome as many people as possible into our Magical World of Tea but fundamentally it's what we care about other than great tea that makes us magical. You can read heaps more information about us and our mission here: About this Role As a Store Manager, you're the key to engaging with customers, listening to their needs, and guiding them to the right products. With your passionate and focused leadership, you'll inspire and develop your team to create memorable and inclusive customer experiences, driving the store's overall success. You'll handle budgeting, plan marketing strategies, and build the store's customer base. You'll also coordinate the daily activities of your team, build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and inspire a high performing team in a dynamic and friendly environment. We're looking for a dedicated professional who brings passion and excellence to everything they do. This is a full time role (40 hr per week), which includes weekends and some evenings, operating an on site working pattern. What are the responsibilities? Customer Experience: Ensure every visitor has an exceptional Bird & Blend Tea experience and foster a customer focused culture with memorable interactions. Customer Focus: Become an expert on Bird & Blend products and values and handle escalated customer queries promptly. Sales: Drive your team to meet sales targets and KPIs and implement sales strategies with the Assistant Manager to boost not only sales but the customer experience. Motivate and Inspire: Lead, motivate and support your team to achieve individual and collective goals. Coaching: Provide feedback and coaching to enhance individual and store performance. Recruiting and Training: Recruit, induct, train, and develop a high performing team that fosters a positive store environment. Daily Operations: Oversee daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures. Staff Rotas: Organise and oversee team schedules to ensure there is enough cover on the shop floor at all times. Merchandising Standards: Maintain high visual merchandising standards, ensuring the store always looks exciting, inviting, and accessible. Sustainability: Use your passion for the environment to support B&B in reaching impact goals set out in the sustainability and impact strategy and lead your team to do the same. (We're a B Corp!) Stock Management: Manage stock efficiently to optimise stock levels, minimise discrepancies, and ensure products are readily available. Stock Takes: Arrange, plan and execute stock takes. Events: Lead and host store and local events, including evening events, to make them enjoyable and memorable for our customers. Sampling: Motivating and leading the team to get out there to spread the word about our delicious teas, whether greeting customers with a sample, outside of the store, or at external events. Build Connections: Foster relationships within the local community to increase footfall and successful store events and activities. About you People Management Experience: At least 2 years previous experience in a management role or similar within a customer service environment. Brand Ambassador: Proudly represent our brand and culture, embodying our values and inspiring your team to do the same. Sales Skills: Proven track record of effective selling skills and the ability to drive commercial outcomes. Team Leadership: Exceptional at leading, motivating and supporting a team, fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. Communication and Problem Solving: Excellent communication, problem solving, and visual merchandising skills. Product Enthusiasm: A genuine passion for our product and the confidence to share your enthusiasm with customers and the team. Customer Service Skills: Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build rapport and connect with customers confidently. Employment Relations: Experience in managing employee relations cases effectively. Professionalism: Foster a professional, fair, and kind relationship with customers and your team. Empathy: Demonstrated ability to use empathy to manage interpersonal relationships effectively. Open Mindset: A curious and open minded approach, with the ability to understand others, listen without judgement, and embrace diverse perspectives. Flexible Availability: Flexibility in availability is essential. Shifts may vary weekly, requiring adaptability to cover different days and times. A commitment to excellence: Going above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction is second nature to you. Approaching people: Confident and comfortable to approach people with a sample inside and outside of the store. Are there any perks? Of course there are, for all the hard work you will get: We are proud to be a Sunday Times Best Places To Work 2024 employer. Friendly and supportive team culture: Enjoy working alongside a team of like minded individuals who value collaboration, camaraderie, and fun in the workplace. Membership of company pension scheme (if applicable): Secure your financial future with enrollment in a company sponsored pension scheme, ensuring peace of mind and financial stability in retirement. Holiday accrual that grows with loyalty: Enjoy 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as a token of appreciation for your dedication and loyalty to the organisation, providing you with ample opportunities for rest and relaxation. This entitlement increases with service. Your birthday off! Life Insurance & Income Protection: providing financial security and peace of mind for you and your families. Health Cash Plan: after one year service we will enrol you into our Health Cash Plan which will allow you to claim back money for dental, optical, prescription charges etc. Specific information on this scheme will be shared with you all. Life Happens Leave: Sometimes life can throw unexpected challenges our way, we offer paid leave specifically dedicated to these situations to provide employees with the time and space needed. Complimentary drinks and snacks: Stay refreshed and energised throughout the day with a variety of free drinks and snacks provided in the office. Monthly tea allowance and generous staff discount: Indulge in your favourite teas while benefiting from a discount on company products, fostering a culture of enjoyment and appreciation. Employee Assistance Programme: Access confidential and professional mental health support services to prioritise your well being and address any personal or work related challenges. Bike to Work and Electric Vehicle Schemes: Take advantage of a sustainable transportation option, contribute to environmental conservation, and benefit from tax efficient savings. Paid volunteer days: Make a positive impact in our community by participating in volunteer activities during dedicated paid volunteer days, fostering a culture of corporate social responsibility and giving back. Dog friendly office: Bring your furry friend to work and enjoy a pet friendly environment that promotes work life balance and companionship. We also have enhanced family friendly policies, offer flexible working and are always open to discussing your individual circumstances! We are committed to equality of opportunity for all, applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application or interview process please let us know.
Job Summary We are seeking a skilled HGV Mechanic to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and inspecting heavy goods vehicles to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. This role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced mechanics who are committed to high standards of workmanship and safety. The ideal applicant will possess strong diagnostic skills, a thorough understanding of vehicle systems, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Service van provided with fuel card Brand new diagnostics Any tools required for specific jobs provided Will be on rotation between chepstow and plymouth every other week out of hours call outs time and a half Morning clinics paid time and a half Must have minimum class 2 licence Responsibilities Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) in accordance with company standards and legal requirements. Diagnose faults accurately using specialised tools and diagnostic equipment. Repair or replace faulty components such as brakes, engines, transmissions, suspension, and electrical systems. Keep detailed records of all maintenance and repairs performed on each vehicle. Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and industry standards. Assist with the ordering of parts and supplies necessary for repairs and maintenance. Test vehicles post-repair to confirm proper functioning before returning them to service. Maintain a clean and organised workshop environment to promote safety and efficiency. Skills Proven experience as an HGV Mechanic or similar role specialising in heavy goods vehicles. Strong diagnostic skills with the ability to interpret technical manuals and diagnostic tools. Excellent knowledge of vehicle systems including engines, transmissions, electrical systems, and hydraulics. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while adhering to deadlines. Good organisational skills with attention to detail in record keeping. Relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair are highly desirable. A valid UK driving licence is essential; additional certifications such as MOT testing licence would be advantageous. Strong commitment to health and safety practices within the workshop environment. This role is integral to maintaining fleet reliability and safety standards, offering a rewarding career path for dedicated professionals in vehicle repair and maintenance. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £45,000.00-£60,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Flexitime Work Location: On the road
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Job Summary We are seeking a skilled HGV Mechanic to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and inspecting heavy goods vehicles to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. This role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced mechanics who are committed to high standards of workmanship and safety. The ideal applicant will possess strong diagnostic skills, a thorough understanding of vehicle systems, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Service van provided with fuel card Brand new diagnostics Any tools required for specific jobs provided Will be on rotation between chepstow and plymouth every other week out of hours call outs time and a half Morning clinics paid time and a half Must have minimum class 2 licence Responsibilities Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) in accordance with company standards and legal requirements. Diagnose faults accurately using specialised tools and diagnostic equipment. Repair or replace faulty components such as brakes, engines, transmissions, suspension, and electrical systems. Keep detailed records of all maintenance and repairs performed on each vehicle. Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and industry standards. Assist with the ordering of parts and supplies necessary for repairs and maintenance. Test vehicles post-repair to confirm proper functioning before returning them to service. Maintain a clean and organised workshop environment to promote safety and efficiency. Skills Proven experience as an HGV Mechanic or similar role specialising in heavy goods vehicles. Strong diagnostic skills with the ability to interpret technical manuals and diagnostic tools. Excellent knowledge of vehicle systems including engines, transmissions, electrical systems, and hydraulics. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while adhering to deadlines. Good organisational skills with attention to detail in record keeping. Relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair are highly desirable. A valid UK driving licence is essential; additional certifications such as MOT testing licence would be advantageous. Strong commitment to health and safety practices within the workshop environment. This role is integral to maintaining fleet reliability and safety standards, offering a rewarding career path for dedicated professionals in vehicle repair and maintenance. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £45,000.00-£60,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Flexitime Work Location: On the road
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £39,142.63 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Durham ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Catherine Todd - Registered Manager on . To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £39,142.63 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Durham ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Catherine Todd - Registered Manager on . To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Finance Officer, Accounts Income Core3 are delighted to partner with a well established education organisation in the Bristol area to recruit two Finance Officer, Accounts Income opportunities. One position is permanent and one is fixed term until February 2027 click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Finance Officer, Accounts Income Core3 are delighted to partner with a well established education organisation in the Bristol area to recruit two Finance Officer, Accounts Income opportunities. One position is permanent and one is fixed term until February 2027 click apply for full job details
Job Title: Class 2 Driver Multi-Drop Scunthorpe Pay Rate: £15.50 per hour Hours: 07:00 start Ongoing Work Location: Scunthorpe (covering Lincolnshire) About the Role: We are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 2 (Category C) Driver for an ongoing multi-drop role based in Scunthorpe click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Seasonal
Job Title: Class 2 Driver Multi-Drop Scunthorpe Pay Rate: £15.50 per hour Hours: 07:00 start Ongoing Work Location: Scunthorpe (covering Lincolnshire) About the Role: We are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 2 (Category C) Driver for an ongoing multi-drop role based in Scunthorpe click apply for full job details
Project Manager - Education Location: Homebased - Nationwide Travel is Essential to This Role Salary: Up to £42,000 Per Annum Dependent Upon Experience Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Residential, Education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for an experienced Project Manager who will play a key role within our Organic Growth team by driving our plans to develop new schools to provide outstanding education to our young people across our Community. We are looking for a motivated and skilled Project Manager - Education to help bring these new schools to life ensuring the new schools open on time, to budget and regulatory requirements are met. The post-holder will have excellent project management and inter-personal skills, highly-developed communication skills, experience in stakeholder management and budgets with a strong commitment to making a difference. If you're passionate about delivering projects that genuinely make a difference-and you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment-this could be the perfect next step in your career. Key Responsibilities Supporting the identification of potential new sites proactively and efficiently. Managing the establishment of new schools from purchase through to opening. To support the production of, and subsequently monitor planning applications. Ensuring all construction and refurbishments are in accordance with the Building Safety Act. Ensuring projects are managed to agreed timeframes and budgets. Build and establish a suitable contractor base ensuring project downtime is minimised and well resourced. Assess and procure all required works for new buildings with all relevant Health and Safety regulations, Building Safety Act and Independent Schools Standards. Work closely with education specialists, ensuring all regulatory compliance (Ofsted, LA etc) is in place to ensure schools open within scheduled timescales. To work alongside our Estates Team to develop site maintenance schedules. Working with our Commercial team to build relationships with LA commissioning teams to develop understanding of demand for schools and agree key commercial terms. To work closely with our central functions to ensure resource is in place and Marketing are informed of timings. Develop and maintain project plans and reporting documentation as necessary to ensure timely communication and successful delivery of assigned projects. About You Post-Project Management qualification experience (all levels of post qualification experience will be considered). Maintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of RICS requirements and all relevant legislation. Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills. Ability to think strategically, creatively and under pressure. Highly organised with strong problem-solving abilities. Confident working independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Experience in managing and delivering to budgets. Possess a full valid driving licence. For more information about this exciting new role, please call Loren Cahill - Head of New Organic Growth on . Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing prior to appointment. PandoLogic. Category:Education,
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Project Manager - Education Location: Homebased - Nationwide Travel is Essential to This Role Salary: Up to £42,000 Per Annum Dependent Upon Experience Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Residential, Education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for an experienced Project Manager who will play a key role within our Organic Growth team by driving our plans to develop new schools to provide outstanding education to our young people across our Community. We are looking for a motivated and skilled Project Manager - Education to help bring these new schools to life ensuring the new schools open on time, to budget and regulatory requirements are met. The post-holder will have excellent project management and inter-personal skills, highly-developed communication skills, experience in stakeholder management and budgets with a strong commitment to making a difference. If you're passionate about delivering projects that genuinely make a difference-and you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment-this could be the perfect next step in your career. Key Responsibilities Supporting the identification of potential new sites proactively and efficiently. Managing the establishment of new schools from purchase through to opening. To support the production of, and subsequently monitor planning applications. Ensuring all construction and refurbishments are in accordance with the Building Safety Act. Ensuring projects are managed to agreed timeframes and budgets. Build and establish a suitable contractor base ensuring project downtime is minimised and well resourced. Assess and procure all required works for new buildings with all relevant Health and Safety regulations, Building Safety Act and Independent Schools Standards. Work closely with education specialists, ensuring all regulatory compliance (Ofsted, LA etc) is in place to ensure schools open within scheduled timescales. To work alongside our Estates Team to develop site maintenance schedules. Working with our Commercial team to build relationships with LA commissioning teams to develop understanding of demand for schools and agree key commercial terms. To work closely with our central functions to ensure resource is in place and Marketing are informed of timings. Develop and maintain project plans and reporting documentation as necessary to ensure timely communication and successful delivery of assigned projects. About You Post-Project Management qualification experience (all levels of post qualification experience will be considered). Maintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of RICS requirements and all relevant legislation. Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills. Ability to think strategically, creatively and under pressure. Highly organised with strong problem-solving abilities. Confident working independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Experience in managing and delivering to budgets. Possess a full valid driving licence. For more information about this exciting new role, please call Loren Cahill - Head of New Organic Growth on . Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing prior to appointment. PandoLogic. Category:Education,
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