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Area Operations Manager The Company 24x7 Group is recognised as the leading provider of specialist education transport for children and young people, particularly those with special educational needs. We have been in the transport sector for many years, but since 2001, we have used our knowledge and extensive experience to design and set up the best and most effective special needs transport organisation in the country. We continue to receive many awards for our service to the sector and stakeholders. We are now seeking an Area Operations Manager to join the team on a full-time, permanent basis and play a primary role in driving our continued success. The Benefits - Salary between £30,000 - £35,000 - Company Pension Scheme (voluntary) - 23 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays This is an unmissable opportunity for an Area Operations Manager with a track record of successful operational management to join our inspirational organisation. You will have the chance to work with a like-minded set of individuals and make a real difference to the lives of children with special educational needs. With your expertise and our vision, we will drive the business forward. The Role As the Area Operations Manager, you will help lead operations across Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. Reporting to the Area Director, your responsibilities will be to assist in overseeing staff management and making sure systems are in place to support the team and enable our people to thrive at work. You will ensure customer needs are met, staff are managed effectively, contracts and services are managed efficiently, whilst also ensuring the business remains profitable and continues to grow. About You To be considered as the Area Operations Manager, you will need: - Experience of staff management with a proven track record in leading and managing your own team. - Strong examples of where you have personally generated success and satisfaction. - Experience of overseeing the contract management of services. - Highly organised with an understanding of compliance requirements and the ability to plan proactively. - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, think quickly, and reprioritise tasks at short notice. - Experience of service procurement via third-party services and tender portals. - Financial management and cost control skills. - Advanced relationship management skills. - Experience in transport management would be beneficial, but is not essential. Other organisations may call this role Site Manager, or Service Manager. 24x7 Group is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you re ready to join the team as our Area Operations Manager, please select the apply button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Foster Care Associates (FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker - Part-time - 4 Days per Week - 28 Hours Salary: £31,314.10 pro rata (£39,142.63 per annum full-time equivalent) Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 days with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Durham Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - May 2025 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 is 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. Curious to find out more? Catherine Todd, our Registered Manager, would love to speak with you - call her on for an informal conversation. If you're passionate about changing lives, we'd love to hear from you-apply now and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic.

Hard Landscapers All Levels London & Home Counties Full-Time Ongoing Opportunities Our client, a leading landscaping company, is seeking Hard Landscapers of all experience levels to join their growing teams on premium residential and commercial projects across London and the Home Counties. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-spec builds, develop your skills, and be part of an ambitious, award-winning team. Key Responsibilities Work as part of a Hard Landscaping team on all aspects of garden build projects Installation of paving, decking, fencing, brickwork, and other hard landscaping features Operate hand tools, light plant, and machinery safely, including Kango breakers Handle, transport, and dispose of waste materials responsibly Document work progress through photographs and paperwork at each stage Adhere to all health, safety, and company guidance on site Assist with supervising, training, and motivating landscape assistants and apprentices Carry out any additional duties required by the Operations Manager Requirements Minimum 2 years experience in one or more areas of hard landscaping (paving, decking, fencing, brickwork, irrigation, turfing, general carpentry) UK driving licence preferred Right to live and work in the UK Good spoken English and effective communication skills with clients, designers, and colleagues Knowledge of materials and methods used within hard landscaping CSCS/CPCS card, abrasive wheels, manual handling, and digger license (up to 10t) desirable but not essential What s on Offer Competitive salary depending on experience Ongoing training and professional development Opportunity to work on premium, high-specification projects Be part of a supportive, ambitious, and fun team If you are a skilled Hard Landscaper or someone looking to develop your experience in the landscaping industry, we d love to hear from you. For more horticultural roles, please visit our website freshhortcareers

Plant Administrator My client is an award winning and innovative company who have a proven reputation for delivering high-quality solutions across a range of sectors. Based in Omagh, Co Tyrone, they are currently seeking a Plant Administrator to join their team. This is a Full-Time Permanent Position. Working hours: 37.5 hours per week. Monday - Thursdays: 8:30am - 5pm and Fridays: 8:30am - 2pm (cover is required on a Friday afternoon to 5pm on rota, as agreed with your line Manager.) With a salary of £24,500 - £26,500 per annum (dependent on experience). Job Role: You will be responsible for providing administration for external hires plus driving duties/transport runs as and when required. Essential Criteria: Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar administration role. Educated at least to A-Level standard or equivalent. IT proficient with the use of using Microsoft Office. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload while adhering to deadlines. Strong organisational skills and good accuracy/attention to detail. Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team. Valid driving licence for driving duties/transport runs. Desirable Criteria: Experience in an industrial environment. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Facilitate transport runs as required Process Insurance documentation for new employees with company vehicles Process Off-Hire and all external plant on COINS system Process Rates on COINS and update computer systems - Procore Process Create Transport Permits when required Book MOT Tests Stock Control Monitor installation of trackers Create job cards for Mechanic team Process cost hires across multiple vendors Process and raise all asset purchase orders for Plant fitters Cover for other roles in the Plant Department during holiday periods Carry out any other duties commensurate with you job role

HR Officer (initial 12 month FTC) Looking to take the next step in your HR career within a varied, hands-on role where you can make an impact? Overview This is a great opportunity for an HR Officer to join a collaborative team, supporting a broad range of generalist activities across the business. You will gain exposure to key HR areas including employee relations, performance management, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, and payroll support. The Role As HR Officer, you will provide day-to-day HR support and act as a first point of contact for employee queries. This role involves a mix of operational and administrative responsibilities, including supporting recruitment, maintaining HR systems, and assisting with employee relations and HR initiatives. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for employees, providing clear guidance on HR policies and procedures Support and advise line managers on HR matters, including company policies and employment legislation Drive and support employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives Assist with the administration and review of employee benefits Contribute to the development, update, and communication of HR policies and procedures Support recruitment activity and coordinate onboarding processes Manage and advise on absence processes in line with company policy Prepare employment contracts and HR-related documentation Maintain accurate HR systems, records, and personnel files Produce HR reports, data insights, and key metrics for management Assist with payroll administration, ensuring accurate and timely data input Support and manage employee relations cases, including investigations, disciplinary, and grievance processes Assist with performance management and probation review processes Identify development needs and coordinate relevant training initiatives Contribute to ongoing HR projects and initiatives Conduct exit interviews and provide insights to support retention improvements Undertake any other reasonable duties as required The Ideal Candidate CIPD or relevant third-level qualification Previous experience in a generalist HR role in a fast-paced environment Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and best practice Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage at all levels and manage conflict effectively Full driving licence with access to own transport What's on Offer Initial fixed-term contract (12-months) - possibility of extension Competitive salary (based on experience) Hybrid and flexible working Opportunity to gain broad HR experience across multiple functions Collaborative and supportive team environment To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Tara Duffy (HR Recruitment Specialist, MCS Group) at or . Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request. Not all agencies are the same MCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google. MCS Group - Proud CIPD NI HR Awards Headline Sponsor 2025

A Top 60 Accountancy Practice with offices across Norfolk and Cambridge are looking for corporate tax professional across all levels to join their growing and established team! For AM/Manager roles, the firm are open to people from general practice backgrounds who may be involved in accounts or audit, but have some exposure or knowledge in business tax who are looking to build a career within this industry. Senior Managers will work closely with the Corporate Tax partners, and with the rest of the team across the region.Clients are diverse and range from charities, partnerships, and OMBs, to subsidiaries of large international groups. Benefits Hybrid working - 3 days in office Pension contribution Holiday package - Option to purchase additional leave Private medical insurance Study support for CTA if required and more! Responsibilities and Duties Experience of all aspects of corporate and business tax within a professional services environment is essential. Production and review of Corporation Tax Returns. Exposure to advisory work such as remuneration planning and profit extraction, corporate group restructuring, cross border issues e.g. Transfer Pricing, and tax due diligence. Understanding of tax issues surrounding business acquisitions and disposals working collaboratively alongside the Corporate Finance team on M&A transactions. Other areas of experience include Capital Allowances, R&D tax credits, Patent Box and Land Remediation Relief, Loan Relationships, and ERS. Requirements Candidates will ideally be ACA/ACCA/ATT qualified with CTA being a plus, or have equivalent experience. Additional requirements include: Recent experience in a professional services environment with a solid understanding of corporate and business tax. Enthusiastic about engaging in the planning and technical aspects of tax compliance and advisory work, with a strong desire to enhance skills. Willingness to build and develop client relationships. Self-motivated, hardworking, flexible, and willing to travel within East Anglia. A driving license and access to transport are essential. If you're interested in exploring this opportunity further, please apply directly or drop me an email with your full CV to:

Head of Event Operations - Exhibitions £70,000 - £80,000 Base + up to 15% Bonus Hybrid London Leading international events business seeks a highly talented Head of Operations to join their team working across their leading expo business. The Head of Operations will be an experienced manager coaching and developing Operations Managers and Operations Coordinators in the delivery of their allocated events as well as planning their own events. They will be responsible for overseeing and executing their portfolio of events within an industry leading portfolio and will have complete operational management, including full budgetary control whilst maximising portfolio profitability. Role Responsibilities : Head of Operations Team Related Develop a high-performance culture by championing best practices and professional development Building a 'one team' ethos for all levels of the operational functions so that there is an expansion of career development, succession planning and opportunities across the teams as well as sharing of skills and best practice Ensuring the team deliver a first-class service for each client Manage and develop direct reports using KPIs to track performance Recruiting and training new members of the team Portfolio & Event Related Responsible for portfolio event delivery - with end-to-end accountability for operational management of all events including customer journeys and improving onsite experience Maximising the profitability, sustainability, and quality of each event through effective budget management Focusing on continuous improvement: learning from other events, customer feedback groups, industry technology Project managing events and control costs to deliver within budget Managing end-to-end delivery of events each year of varying size, format, and complexity across a range of geographies Responsible for risk and compliance at events - ensure security plans are adhered to and that each event has a full risk assessment Profile Required: Head of Operations An established track record of delivering international, large scale and complex events and awards in the B2B or B2C space managing both large scale exhibitions (150+ stands) and multi stream conferences globally Must have Expo experience - 1000 + Attendees Technical experience from floor plan creation, rigging, health & safety, introducing creative flair to networking experiences Demonstrable experience in collaborating successfully with partners ancillary to a large-scale event (could be the city, transport, party, or other partners) Extensive experience in team management/ line management experience for 4+ team members, able to demonstrate coaching and people development. Tangible examples of experience in implementing innovation and creativity for large scale international events over 6000+ people, 150+ stands, 120+, meeting rooms, 3+ conference stages. Experience in venue and supplier contracting and negotiation upwards of £2.5m Confident decision-making, thought leadership and a focus on finding solutions and achieving results by taking accountability and ownership of decisions made. Lipton Media is a specialist media recruitment agency based in London. We specialise in all forms of b2b media sales including conferences, exhibitions, awards, summits, publishing, digital, outdoor, TV, radio and business intelligence. Our clients range from small start-up companies to FTSE 100 and 250 businesses. We work with people at every stage of their career from undergraduates looking for their first entry point into sales to senior managers and directors looking for their next challenge.

This role has a starting salary of 53,713 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. The office base for this Principal Historic Building Officer position is Woking . We support hybrid working and you will be required to attend the office for at least 2 days per week. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role Surrey County Council is looking for a Principal Historic Buildings Officer to manage, promote and enhance its Historic Buildings service. Based within the Council's Historic Environment Planning Team at Woking, this role offers an exciting opportunity for a qualified heritage specialist to develop, grow and put into practice their skills in the assessment, understanding and management of historic buildings and conservation areas within the context of the planning process, whilst managing a small team of dedicated buildings specialists. Surrey County Council is a County Planning Authority responsible for dealing with planning applications for minerals and waste development, and for the County Council's own development proposals, which include Education and Highways Management. The Historic Environment Planning Team is part of the Environment, Transport and Infrastructure directorate and provides advice, guidance and heritage-related planning advice to a number of organisations, as well as to the general public. The successful candidate will be an experienced conservation and buildings specialist with a strong track record in delivering timely, efficient and pragmatic planning-related services. You will be familiar with the architecture and architectural history of Surrey in particular, and the UK in general, and have thorough knowledge of the investigation, assessment, understanding, conservation and management of historic buildings and conservation areas. A degree in a suitable heritage-related subject (History, architectural studies, historic building conservation, archaeology) is required, as is extensive experience in the provision of advice, guidance and expertise in the management of a wide range of historic buildings types, as well as conservation areas and designed landscapes. We are particularly looking for applications from candidates that can demonstrate how they would develop this role further and expand the boundaries of the current service into new thematic and geographic areas, together with experience of contract management and a talent for developing projects and attracting grant funding. They would also be required to navigate effectively a significant degree of stakeholder engagement, ranging from the general public, through to fellow professionals and elected Members. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Educated to degree level in a relevant subject, with a passion for and a developed level of experience in, advising and managing various aspects of the built historic environment Full membership of the IHBC A broad and detailed knowledge of British Architecture, Designed Landscapes and Archaeology, and a deep and extensive understanding of the planning process surrounding heritage management Excellent IT skills and be confident at using Microsoft Office and GIS applications Provision of examples of service development You will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and personal statement Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Please contact Tony Howe, Historic Environment Planning Manager via email at The job advert closes at 23:59 on 31/05/2026 with interviews planned to follow. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

We are looking for a confident and driven marketer who is eager to join a hard-working and ambitious Individual Giving team. As the fastest growing medical research charity in the UK, we're proud that the Individual Giving team is continuing to produce highly successful campaigns, driving income and acquiring the most engaged new supporters. Working with different teams across the charity, you'll be planning, managing and delivering direct marketing campaigns across a range of media including digital and print. You'll also work with external agencies on our campaigns. Activities in the acquisition portfolio are diverse; from developing the donor's online user journey to delivering motivational training to fundraisers across the country, your campaigns will drive income and attract new, engaged supporters to the charity. As well as running the day-to-day campaign activity, the post holder will be responsible for compiling regular reports, across a range of financial and non-financial KPls. Alongside this, they will ensure compliance and adherence to the most recent regulations and codes of practice is top of the agenda. The successful candidate will have a desire to learn and develop, as well as the confidence to whole-heartedly launch themselves into an energetic team with ambitious goals. You'll be part of a team that works across a multitude of channels; speaking to range of audiences with one theme in common - compelling people to support our work and bring about life-changing dementia treatments. Key Responsibilities: Campaign Management Plan, manage and deliver successful campaigns across a range of channels including digital and print. Successful management of agencies and suppliers; ensuring relationships are effective and productive. Ensure compliance and adherence to regulation and codes of practice is considered in all campaign activities. Work closely with Data and Digital teams to ensure effective processes are worked to and full campaign evaluation is possible. Donation page monitoring, reporting and development, to include looking at ways in which to improve the donor's online user journey. Continuous improvement through test and learn principles across all activities. Integration of campaigns across the charity to drive maximum value. Development of compelling communications and materials to support all activities Planning and Budgeting KPI tracking, trend analysis and interrogation of results at all levels. Live programme optimisation to ensure targets are met. Input to annual planning and development of individual giving campaigns. Assist Supporter Acquisition Manager with compilation of detailed income and expenditure campaign budgets. Work with Supporter Acquisition Manager in developing the Acquisition programme and strategy. Input to monthly forecasting and regular reporting across a range of financial and non-financial KPl's. Finance and Reporting Ensure daily campaign tracking and reporting. Routine end of campaign reviews and analysis. Ongoing reporting on long-term success measures such as attrition and ROI. Invoice reconciliation and processing for timely payment. Non-financial KPI trend reporting - such as opt-in rates and quality scoring. Knowledge, skills and experience needed: Reporting and ability to understand complex data sets. Understanding of compliance and best practice in fundraising and direct marketing. Campaign management. Briefing and working with external suppliers. Direct marketing across a range of media and routes to market. Copy writing and proof reading. Digital campaign/ web page management. Budget management. Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload. Focus on results and continuous improvement. Excellent attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the confidence to communicate with people of all levels. Agency management skills. Use of CRM or database systems. Strong team player and self-motivator. Flexibility to work some unsocial hours and willingness to travel independently. Additional Information: Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office. Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events. Our Office : Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. Salary : Circa £30,000 per annum, plus benefits. Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information. The closing date for applications is the 25th May 2026 , with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application. About Alzheimer s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.

LOGICALPS are one of the UKs leading labour providers to the construction and nuclear sectors. Working on behalf our client, a world leader in facilities technical and FM services, we are currently looking to recruit Kitchen Assistants for roles in Bridgwater, on Hinkley Point B Power Station starting early April/May 2026. Details: Working Monday to Friday (on a rota basis 37 hours per week) Paying 13.50/hour Monday to Friday (Time and a Half after 37 hours Monday-Friday and Saturday morning, Double Time Saturday afternoon and all hours Sunday) Working 8 hour shifts Permanent vacancy opportunities Duties include: Preparing hot and cold food Working on the tills Serving customers General clearning duties Assisting the kitchen manager and working within a busy kitchen environment. We are looking for candidates with: You must have your own transport/ability to get to site and back due to its location Flexibility to work various shifts days/evenings/nights/overtime/weekends This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to get a foot into the nuclear sector at Hinkley Point B. Successful applicants will be put through full nuclear clearance and undergo a drug and alcohol test. Please send your cv to receive a call back.

40 Hours p/w At A F Blakemore & Son Ltd, we're looking for an ambitious Supply Chain Manager to take charge of our end-to-end operations and turn performance into profit. This is your opportunity to optimise efficiency, cut costs, and unlock new income streams across primary transport, backhaul, pallet storage, tray rental, and network centralisation.Working at the heart of the business, you'll partner with commercial and logistics teams to build smarter, more sustainable routes to market, while leading a team that keeps everything moving. If you're driven by results, thrive on opportunity, and want to make a visible impact across the entire AFB Group, this role is for you. Key Responsibilities Supply chain strategy and leadership Income generation and cost reduction Financial management Systems, data insight and transformation People leadership Compliance and governance Corporate social responsibility and sustainability Core Competancies Negotiation skills Ability to analyse and interpret large data sets to inform decision making Operational understanding of the AFB business end to end Strategic thinking and commercial awareness Change leadership and delivery focus Collaboration and cross-functional working Problem-solving and sound judgement Personal drive, integrity, and accountability Person Specification Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insight into action. Excellent organisational and problem-solving capabilities. Experience and proven track record in supplier negotiations and collaboration Strong project and programme management capability Experience delivering cost and service improvements in complex operational environments Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate insight into action Desirable Postgraduate or professional qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or Project Management (e.g. CIPS, ILM, Masters) SPAR UK / SPAR International Understanding Proven experience in change management, or continuous improvement within supply chain. Experience working in food retail, wholesale, or FMCG supply chains About us: At A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd, we're proud of our heritage, but even more excited about our future. What started in Wolverhampton in 1917 as a small, family-run grocery store has grown into one of the UK's largest privately owned businesses, employing over 5,000 people and generating a turnover of £1.2 billion. We combine the strength of a global brand, while maintaining the values of a family business. We're constantly evolving, always looking for new and better ways to serve our customers and support our colleagues, making this an exciting place to build your career.Today, we operate at the heart of communities across the UK, with 243 SPAR convenience stores and a thriving business spanning retail, food service, and wholesale distribution. Food and drink remain at the core of everything we do, driving our passion for quality, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences.SPAR is the world's largest international food retail chain, encompassing more than 13,800 stores in 48 countries. With more than 2,600 stores and a turnover in excess of £3 billion, SPAR is also the UK's leading convenience store group. Being a 'symbol' group means that individual SPAR members retain their independence but enjoy the many benefits of being a part of a global brand.Inclusive environment: as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.You may have experience of the following: Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain Operations Manager, Logistics Manager, Distribution Manager, Head of Supply Chain, End-to-End Supply Chain Lead, Network Operations Manager, Transport & Logistics Manager, Inventory & Planning Manager, Commercial Supply Chain Manager.REF-

The Interim Senior Procurement Manager will oversee procurement strategies and ensure compliance with organisational policies within the not-for-profit sector. This temporary role based in Warwickshire requires a focused professional to manage procurement processes effectively and drive value for money. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation within the not-for-profit sector. The organisation operates at a large scale, providing essential services and maintaining a strong commitment to excellence in its operations. Description Develop, implement and monitor top level category / capital project procurement strategies to achieve strict savings targets / budgets, timescales. Support achievement of Procurement Office KPIs and embed the category management framework across spend areas in excess of 10M p.a. Ensure procurement recommendations and continuous improvement initiatives support the organisation's strategic goals. Produce and present reports, options appraisals, business cases and KPIs analysis. Plan, lead and award complex procurement processes, contracts and framework agreements to achieve optimum savings, value for money and timescales. Comply with the organisation's financial regulations ensuring good governance across procurement activities in compliance with statutory obligations. Ensure funding conditions are met and procurement is conducted with full and compliant audit trails. Where required, comply with the Public Contracts Regulations. Support stakeholders in the development of complex and commercially optimum specifications for incorporation into market engagements and tender exercises. Review contracts and licence agreements as appropriate to identify and address risks. Procurement lead for complex, strategic negotiations to ensure commercially optimum contracts, mitigating financial and legal risk (for example total cost analysis, management of payment terms, import, currency, liability and IPR risks). Lead ongoing contract management to ensure benefits realisation, effective supplier performance management and exploit innovative opportunities from the supply chain. Designated Procurement link to one or more strategic departments, undertake procurement activity and provide expert advice to senior members of staff. Facilitate greater visibility of the procurement pipeline. Build effective collaborative relationships with departments, promote a responsive, agile and professional image of the Procurement Office. Profile A successful Interim Senior Procurement Manager should have: Broad range of experience including category management, tendering, specification development, whole life and total cost evaluation, contract negotiation, formation and management. Skilled in developing and implementing top level category or capital project strategies to strict budgets / savings targets, timescales and KPI frameworks. Skilled in fostering effective relationships across senior internal and external groups. Influencing skills, collaborative approach and strong ability to work as part of a team. Skilled negotiator, ability to plan and lead complex, strategic negotiations and adapt negotiation style. Good understanding of commercial and legal risk management, financial assessments and ratio analysis. Skilled in delivering robust, auditable and effective procurement processes. In depth knowledge and application of competitive, cradle to grave tendering approaches, specification development, total and whole life cost analysis, contract award and management. Knowledge and compliance with key regulatory requirements. Desirable: Working knowledge and experience of EU Procurement Directives / Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as updated from time to time). Job Offer Competitive daily rate of 500 to 600 (Umbrella) Temporary position offering flexibility and a chance to make a significant impact. Opportunity to work within a respected not-for-profit organisation. Engage in meaningful work within a collaborative environment. Based in Warwickshire with accessible transport links. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to contribute to a valued organisation. If you meet the criteria and are ready for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Diary Manager to the CEO to provide efficient and seamless support in a busy public sector environment. The role requires exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage complex schedules with precision in London. Client Details The organisation is a respected public sector body based in London, dedicated to delivering impactful services and initiatives. As part of a medium-sized team, it offers a professional and structured environment to support its objectives. Description Manage a complex and frequently changing diary for the CEO, ensuring effective prioritisation and use of time Anticipate pressures and emerging issues, proactively identifying risks, conflicts, and opportunities, and proposing solutions Apply sound judgement to assess competing meeting requests, working closely with the Private Office team Coordinate meetings end-to-end, including logistics such as room bookings, hybrid set-ups, and visitor access Respond calmly to short-notice changes, maintaining discretion and professionalism at all times Liaise confidently with senior internal and external stakeholders, including private offices and partner organisations Coordinate travel arrangements, ensuring all logistics run smoothly Act as the first point of contact for diary-related queries, preparing agendas, papers, and notes as required Work collaboratively across teams and provide additional administrative support to the CEO as needed Profile A successful Diary Manager to the CEO should have: Proven experience within a Private Office, Executive Office, or similar senior support environment Strong diary management experience, with the judgement and confidence to manage competing priorities and changing demands Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism A proactive, solutions-focused approach to work Job Offer Hourly rate of 22.64 (inclusive of holiday pay) 12-month fixed-term appointment within a professional public sector organisation Based in London, with excellent transport links Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a supportive environment If you are ready to take on this important Diary Manager role to the CEO within the public sector, apply today to join this London-based team.

Cambian employees are friendly, supportive and all focused on achieving the best outcomes for everyone involved with our service we are looking for Children's Residential Care Workers to be a part of our team to build a stable and welcoming environment where our young people are central to everything we do. As the new Residential Care Worker, you will be emotionally strong and driven to make a difference day to day. Most importantly, you will get to really understand our children and their backgrounds, making sure that their needs are at the centre of everything we do. You will be approachable and detail focused, ensuring that our children's safety is assured at all times, and that all protocols and regulations are fully adhered to. Do you have what it takes to encourage and help our children to live independently and guide and teach them with your own life experiences? To do this we believe you will need empathy, compassion, resilience and positive parenting skills. The working day can be very unpredictable and you could find yourself spending the entire morning Organising activities and the afternoon providing 1:1 support. Cambian employees are friendly, supportive and all focused on achieving the best outcomes for everyone involved with our brand. We are looking for enthusiastic, energetic, flexible and caring people to join our team to continue improving the lives of the young people within our care. Rate of Pay: £13.19. per hour dependent with a £30.00 additional sleep in rateTraining and Development Plans to meet your individual needs including NVQs and Career progression opportunities28 Days Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays and rising with serviceAdditional; Overtime/On-Call/Sleep-in/Disturbance RatesCasual Dress CodeCompany PensionSimply Health (Linked to Service)Days out and Activity days off siteWe have our very own Management Development Programme to take those interested from Support Worker to Registered Manager and beyond As a Children's Residential Care Worker, you will be involved in all aspects of their everyday lives and the positive impact you will have is immeasurable. Shift Pattern: 16>24 Hour (including Sleep-in) on a one on two off or two on four off basis. Of-course - no day is the same here at the Cambian Group, however here is what a day in the life of one of our Children Residential Care Workers could look like: The young people in our care range between the ages of 8-18 years of age and have a range of behavioural and emotional needs. Duties: Delivering the highest quality care for our childrenOffering guidance, support and structure to their everyday livesSupporting the young people to engage and access educationPromoting a healthy life style and positive living choicesAccessing clinically led training to improve your skills and develop practiseHousehold dutiesRecord keeping and report writingDays out (e.g. social events, shopping, cinema, swimming)Contacts, visit, key work meeting and therapy sessionsProviding transport for the young people to access different provisions Requirements: MUST hold a Full UK Driving Licence Desirable but not essential to hold: NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare; Previous experience working in a therapeutic environment or therapeutic qualifications; Experience supporting and leading educational engagement; Previous leadership skills and qualifications. Higher level training and qualifications. About the Cambian Group We are one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children in the UK. Although our work embraces many specialist disciplines, we all have the same purpose: To enable all people in our care to achieve their personal best. We provide services to almost 2,000 children and young people across 224 locations. We work with the majority of local authorities in England and Wales and employ more than 3,800 people. Requirements for DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. The Cambian Group are an equal opportunities employer.

Transport Manager - Leading Builders Merchants Location: Liverpool Salary: £45,000 (Depending on experience) Working Hours: Monday to Friday 7am until 5pm (plus alternative Saturday mornings) We are currently recruiting on behalf of one of the UK's leading Builders Merchants for an experienced Transport Manager . This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for a hands-on, proactive professional to take ownership of transport operations, managing a small fleet and ensuring timely, compliant, and efficient deliveries to customers. What You'll Be Doing: Oversee and manage a fleet of 10 lorries and 1 van , ensuring all transport operations run efficiently and safely. Plan daily delivery routes to maximise efficiency and maintain excellent service standards. Ensure all vehicles are compliant with legal and regulatory standards, including MOTs, insurance, and scheduled maintenance. Lead and support a team of dedicated drivers, ensuring full adherence to health and safety and company procedures. Handle day-to-day problem-solving relating to deliveries, routing, or vehicle issues. What We're Looking For: Previous experience as a Transport Manager for a builders merchants. Strong knowledge of fleet compliance, vehicle maintenance, and route planning. Excellent communication skills to work collaboratively with drivers, customers, and internal teams. Confidence in using transport management systems and software. A proactive approach to identifying and solving transport-related issues. Up-to-date understanding of health and safety standards in transport operations. Preferred Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in transport, logistics, or fleet management. A valid UK driving licence with a clean record. Strong analytical and decision-making skills to optimise resource allocation and delivery routes. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference in a well-established and growing company, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your transport management career! Please note; due to the high volume of applications, if you do not receive a reply within 2 weeks, please take it that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we wish you all the very best of luck with your future job search.

Eden Brown Synergy are working with an infrastructure, construction and railway transportation organisation who are looking for an experienced Cost Manager on a permanent basis. The role is full time, to start ASAP and paying up to 54,595 per annum (there is also a 20% uplift on the salary for salary top up, pension top up or income protection) so up to 65,514 per annum The role is based in Birmingham City Centre and they offer hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. The role: This role is responsible for supporting the Head of Cost and Estimating at a Programme and Contract level. This includes supporting the management of budgets, actual costs, forecasts and Earned Value Management (EVM) to support the successful delivery of the project. Accountabilities: To be accountable for supporting on the analysis and verification of contract level cost performance and ensure the data accurately reflects the current programme performance for onwards reporting. To be responsible for supporting on the validation of cost performance data submitted by delivery teams to the programme team as part of communicating overall programme performance. To be responsible for assisting with the development of contract level performance reports to communicate current performance to the programme team, including Earned Value Management (EVM), forecasted costs and Estimate at Compltion (EAC) pressures. To be responsible for ensuring that the cost performance team are aligned to the current business processes and ways of working from a delivery perspective. To be accountable for supporting the Senior Cost Manager to ensure adherence with cost performance processes and procedures across the respective programme and also, for storing and maintaining data and documents accurately within the corporate systems. To be accountable for providing technical support to the Project Controls Managers on cost performance and assist in the management of contractor teams to support the successful delivery of the project. To be accountable for working closely with the supply chain to develop a series of defined work-streams to progressively enhance cost performance capabilities within the Phase. To be responsible for facilitating continuous improvement of the Cost Performance function within the Phase One programme and ensure that lessons learnt are captured and presented back to the team. To be responsible for ensuring that the contract teams are working to the current governance processes and review policies in order to ensure they are in line with strategic business objectives. Actively promote and embed Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work Essential Skills Required: Stakeholder management - ability to manage stakeholders within a matrix environment, including the facilitation of stakeholder meetings and information flow. Able to solve problems with attention to detail. Communication skills - clear communicator with the ability to deliver clear presentations which engage and influence colleagues and external stakeholders. Data analysis - able to analyse and interpret data and produce accurate, timely and informative reports in multiple formats adapted to the needs of the audience. Able to use Microsoft applications (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Knowledge required: Knowledge of Project Controls, Commercial and Finance processes and how these operate. Knowledge and commercial awareness of multiple construction contract types (including, NEC contracts, amendments, early warning notices and the work flows of communications between contractor and client) and their respective benefits to client organisations. Knowledge of the core Project Controls disciplines, including Schedule Management, Change Management and Risk Management. Knowledge of baseline development and maintenance of baselines on a major programme. Type of experience required: Experience in cost management or project control role within a major project. Experience in the core project controls functions, including baseline maintenance, schedule management, cost performance, change management, risk management, performance reporting and document control. Experience in managing and producing performance reports that summarise cost performance, including: Budgets, Earned Value Management (EVM) and forecasts on major projects. Experienced in the management and use of core cost management systems (e.g. Prism, Ecosys, etc.). Please only apply for this role if you have all the essential skills, knowledge and experience as mentioned above. Thank you Charlotte Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. 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Outdoor Grounds Person £13.83 per hour City Centre Manchester Monday to Friday 8am to 3.45pm Temporary to permanent contract One of Manchester s leading universities is looking to hire a Grounds person to maintain the outside spaces The role involves: Cutting grass Power hosing / cleaning car, vans electric vehicles etc Trimming hedges Litter picking Emptying outside bins Transporting equipment around campus A full UK driving licence is needed for this position Waste Removal: Efficiently manage the collection, segregation, and disposal of waste in accordance with university policies and environmental regulations. Ensure waste disposal areas are kept clean and orderly. Coordinate with the external facilities team as required. Work flexibly and assist with facilities duties as directed by the Duty Manager consummate to the grade of the role. Premise Maintenance: Secure and alarm University buildings and car parks, including the operation of traffic barriers and the placement of temporary traffic barriers when needed. Send your CV to Annalee Wood at Aspire Recruitment today This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.