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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 (phone number removed). 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,

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 (phone number removed). 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,

Location Manchester Type Permanent Private Tax Senior Manager Manchester or Leeds £75,000 - £90,000 DOE Would you like to work with a large and prestigious client base? Do you enjoy advising individuals and business owners on complex tax queries? Would you like to work as part of one of the best private tax teams in the UK? I'm currently working with a Big 4 accountancy firm in the North who are looking to hire a strong Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager to join their private tax team, based in Manchester or Leeds. The role: In this role, you will be responsible for delivering a variety of tax advisory services to privately owned businesses, wealthy individuals/families, and private equity portfolios across the UK. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the overall national practice as a Senior Manager / Manager, handling both corporate and private client tax queries. Managing a broad portfolio that offers exposure to a wide range of tax advisory projects involving well-known businesses and individuals across the UK. Supervising and coaching junior staff members, working closely with Directors and Partners. Maintaining high-level UK and international tax knowledge. Managing key stakeholders within the firm and handling key client engagements. Why consider this role? Opportunity to work with some of the UK's biggest brands, businesses, individuals, and families. Broader range of advisory experience due to the team setup. Chance to work for a Big 4 Accountancy firm. What experience do you need? Practice-trained UK tax professional (ACA/ACCA/CTA). Experience working with privately owned businesses, business owners, families, or private equity. Proven team management skills and ability to build client relationships. Strong report-writing skills. Sound general accounting knowledge. If you're interested in learning more, please call Sam Minor at , apply online, or email your CV to . We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Please let us know if there are accommodations we can provide to support your application process.

Site Manager/Site Agent - Highways (Major Projects) Location: Oxfordshire Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Reporting to: Project Manager Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of major highways infrastructure schemes across Oxfordshire, including complex viaduct structures and large-scale earthworks packages. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for managing site operations to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards, while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and supply chain partners. Key Responsibilities Lead site teams in maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance. Ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations and company SHE policies. Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and toolbox talks. Promote a positive safety culture and behavioural safety initiatives. Manage temporary works in accordance with approved designs and procedures. Plan, coordinate and manage day-to-day site activities across highways, viaduct, drainage and earthworks packages. Manage subcontractors, suppliers and direct labour effectively. Identify and mitigate programme risks and constraints. Coordinate interfaces between structural, earthworks and highways disciplines. Oversee construction of reinforced concrete viaduct structures (abutments, piers, decks). Manage bulk earthworks operations including cut & fill, embankments, soil stabilisation, and drainage. Ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and inspection & test plans (ITPs). Review and implement method statements and risk assessments (RAMS). Support the commercial team in monitoring costs and managing subcontractor performance. Contribute to early identification of variations, compensation events and change control. Ensure accurate record keeping, site diaries and progress reporting. Essential Requirements Proven experience as a Site Manager on major highways or infrastructure projects. Strong background delivering viaduct structures and large-scale earthworks. Excellent understanding of temporary works and structural sequencing. Experience working under NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4). SMSTS, CSCS and FAW certification. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline. Experience working within National Highways frameworks. Knowledge of Oxfordshire local authority requirements and stakeholder environments. Personal Attributes Strong leadership and decision-making capability. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Proactive problem solver with a collaborative approach. Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment. What We Offer Competitive salary and car allowance/company vehicle Private healthcare and pension scheme Performance-related bonus Ongoing professional development and career progression Opportunity to work on flagship infrastructure schemes shaping the Oxfordshire transport network To apply please contact me with a CV to (url removed)

Species Permitting Officer Role ID: 201588 Location: Flexible Grade/Salary range: 4: £33,755 - £36,693 Working pattern: Full time Contract type: Permanent Closing date: 01/03/2026 The role As a Permitting Officer, you'll join a dynamic team of dedicated professionals, handling a diverse portfolio of species permits that vary in complexity and scale. This team is part of our broader Permitting Service, a vital function at the heart of Natural Resources Wales (NRW). Your role will involve assessing permit applications for a range of UK and European protected species for various purposes, including science and conservation, translocation projects, developments, bird control (including lethal control) and commercial forestry, ensuring they align with NRW's policies, processes and guidance. Your specialist expertise will play a pivotal role in navigating the intricacies of species permitting regimes and applying the relevant legislation to safeguard and manage Wales's natural resources responsibly. Collaboration is at the core of this role. You'll work closely with your colleagues in the Species Permitting team and across the wider Permitting Service, sharing responsibilities and contributing to a culture that values efficiency, teamwork, and the unique strengths of every individual. This is a customer-facing role dealing with the general public, industry and ecological consultants. If you have an interest in wildlife, have customer relations experience, good analytical and report writing skills and enjoy working as part of a team dealing with complex applications, we would welcome your interest. As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the nearest NRW office to your home and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance. Interviews will take place week commencing 9 March 2026 through Microsoft Teams Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check. Appointments are normally made within 4 to 8 weeks of the closing date. About us Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is the principal environmental regulator for Wales, working to protect and improve our natural environment for current and future generations. From tackling climate change to improving water quality, we play a vital role in managing Wales's natural resources sustainably. This role sits within our Species Permitting Team, which leads on regulating activities which affect protected species. What you will do Determine the outcome of Environmental licence/permit applications through sound decision making for applications for their assigned regime by carrying out appropriate technical assessment in accordance with NRW policies and procedures where available, and issue, refuse or vary permits to time and budget. Support and work collaboratively with the permitting service to ensure process efficiency and consistency of approach. Undertake technical screening reports to inform on applications in relation to your subject area. Develop and maintain effective customer relationships (internal and external) to ensure good understanding and the efficient delivery of fit for purpose licences and transition into compliance activities. Produce appropriate records of decisions, actions and outcomes to justify and demonstrate that all legal and procedural requirements have been met. Produce and provide regular accurate information to managers on progress, to adapt and ensure delivery of work to time and cost. Undertake health and safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post. Be committed to Natural Resources Wales Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy, together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post. Be committed to your own development through the effective use of your personal development plan (known as Sgwrs). Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role. Your qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills In your application and interview you will be asked to demonstrate the following skills and experience using the STAR method. A degree or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline. Customer service experience and ability to influence/persuade to achieve desired outcome. An understanding of the Environmental Permitting Regulations and how they relate to the permitting process. Experience of decision making using technical software and modelling programmes. Ability to identify efficiencies and improvements in processes and ways of working. Welsh Language level requirements Essential: A1 - Entry Level Please note if you do not meet the A1 requirement i.e., ability to understand basic phrases and ability to pronounce Welsh names correctly, then NRW offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal requirements during the course of your employment with us.

We are recruiting for our valued client, who are a market-leading provider of IT Project Management Services. They are currently looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to join their team, on a permanent, full-time basis, 5 days per week, working on client sites within the Derby/Midlands region, with some opportunity to work from home, client/project dependent. The IT Project Manager role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a profit share bonus, employee assistance programme, company pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role of IT Project Manager As an IT Project Manager, you will be directly client facing, and responsible for leading and managing all aspects of IT projects, from conception to completion. This includes planning and scheduling, risk management, communication, and stakeholder management. You will also be responsible for ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong understanding of IT project management methodologies, as well as experience in managing complex projects. You should also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as you will be working closely with a variety of stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management. Key Responsibilities All aspects of client-side project management; accountability for project delivery Definition, scoping and planning of multi-disciplinary projects Stakeholder management Business case development Business change management Selection and implementation management Benefits tracking About you Candidates will have a proven track record of delivering complex technical IT projects, ideally with a minimum of 4-5 years experience within a dedicated IT Project Manager role. You need to have a UK driving licence, access to a vehicle and already hold the right to work in the UK, as our client is not able to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You will be experienced in: both Agile and Waterfall methodology building key client relationships and managing stakeholders benefits tracking to ensure the benefits are realised and the project is successful financial management, of all related project expenditure, hardware, software, capital and op-ex. We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days - to avoid missing out please apply today.

Locations: Atlanta London Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do You are joining BCG's Agile Center of Excellence (CoE), a 70+ expert global Coaching and Scrum Lead team responsible for enabling the agility and high-performance delivery of BCG's internal Digital Product Organization. The Agile CoE is an expert product enablement function aligned organizationally to Global IT, part of BCG's global internal Business Services Teams (BST) which operate BCG's business. The Digital Product Organization (DPO) is a 1300+ person cross-functional product delivery, tech & engineering organization. It is comprised of 16 Product Portfolios, 120+ product squads and 5 centers of excellence, responsible for driving digitally product enablement for all internal BCG business functions (HR, Marketing, Legal, Risk, Finance, IT, etc.). This organization was formed in 2020 as part of a full-scale business agility transformation, sponsored by the CIO, CFO and COO and delivered by BCG's best-in-class Agile strategy and implementation consulting team. Each Product Portfolio is led by a dedicated Product Portfolio leader with direct alignment to the senior executive of their business function. A Product Portfolio is comprised of 3 - 15 squads, each managing 1 or more products. This organization follows a consistent Agile operating model with standards and best practices designed and governed by the Agile COE. As Agile Delivery Manager (Global Senior Manager) you will: Drive End-to-End Delivery (Primary Focus): • Own and drive end-to-end delivery of complex initiatives, programs, and product increments from planning to production and stabilization. • Ensure predictable, timely, and high-quality delivery of initiatives, epics, and features aligned with business priorities and roadmaps. • Manage dependencies, risks, and constraints across squads, platforms, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution. • Own delivery planning, sequencing, milestones, and execution tracking across teams. • Ensure a clear path to production, including operational readiness and post-release follow-up. • Facilitate Agile Delivery (Supporting Focus): • Apply agile practices pragmatically to support delivery outcomes rather than acting as an Agile Coach or Scrum Master. • Work with Product Owners and technical leads to ensure delivery plans are realistic, prioritized, and executable. • Support teams in using agile ceremonies and artifacts to improve delivery predictability and flow. • Improve delivery processes and tooling to reduce execution friction and enable faster, reliable releases. Release Planning and Management: • Plan and manage release execution, including readiness, cutover, and coordination with L2/L3 support teams. • Ensure releases meet quality, risk, and compliance expectations. • Support post-release activities to ensure stability and business continuity. Risk and Issue Management: • Proactively identify delivery risks and issues that may impact timelines, scope, or quality. • Drive mitigation plans and escalate when necessary to ensure delivery commitments are met. • Resolve execution blockers by coordinating across teams and leadership. Metrics, Tracking, and Reporting: • Track and report delivery metrics such as milestones, dependencies, predictability, lead time, and throughput. • Use data-driven insights to identify delivery bottlenecks and areas for execution improvement. • Provide clear delivery status, risks, and forecasts to senior stakeholders and portfolio leadership. • Create dashboards and reports that give transparency into delivery progress and outcomes Team and Stakeholder Enablement: • Partner with Product Owners, Engineering Leads, and business stakeholders to align delivery with business objectives. • Manage stakeholder expectations through clear communication, transparency, and realistic planning. • Foster collaboration across squads while maintaining delivery accountability. Continuous Improvement: • Identify opportunities to improve delivery effectiveness, execution models, and ways of working. • Support teams in refining processes to improve efficiency, quality, and predictability. • Apply lessons learned from delivery outcomes to improve future execution. What You'll Bring 8-10+ years of experience across multitude of delivery management roles (e.g., Scrum Master, Agile Delivery Manager, Project/Program Manager, Release Train Engineer (RTE), Technology Delivery Lead). 8-10+ years of relevant experience leading complex technology or digital delivery initiatives in large-scale environments. Demonstrated agile coaching capabilities combined with 2-3 years of solid project and program management experience to support effective delivery governance. Proven track record of driving end-to-end delivery of enterprise-scale digital and technology programs, from planning through production and stabilization. Strong understanding of agile delivery models with the ability to apply them pragmatically to meet business objectives and execution outcomes. Certifications (Preferred): Agile Delivery Management certification. SAFe RTE / SAFe Scrum Master / SAFe Advanced Scrum Master certification. PMP certification. Scrum certifications (PSM, CSM) considered a value add but not a primary requirement. Skills & Experience: • Extensive experience delivering agile programs using industry-standard tools such as Jira, Confluence, or equivalent platforms. • Experience working with OKRs; exposure to AI / GenAI-driven portfolios is a strong advantage. • Deep understanding of the software delivery lifecycle, including release management, path to production, and operational readiness. • Proven ability to manage complex interdependencies, risks, and stakeholder expectations across large, matrixed organizations. • Strong background in technology-enabled business transformation and enterprise-scale delivery execution. • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels. • Experience working in professional services or client-facing environments preferred. Who You'll Work With Product Owners and Engineering teams to ensure delivery execution aligns with business priorities. Portfolio Product Leaders, Technical Area Leads, and Chapter Leads to manage delivery dependencies and outcomes. Other Delivery Managers to ensure consistency and best practices across initiatives. Additional info For US locations only In the US, we have a compensation transparency approach. Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, retirement contribution, and a market leading benefits package described below. The base salary range for this role in Atlanta is $146,000.00 - $178,000.00. This is an estimated range, however, specific base salaries within the range depend on various factors such as experience and skill set. It is not common for new BCG employees to be hired at the high-end of the salary range. BCG regularly reviews its ranges to ensure market competitiveness. In addition to your base salary, your total compensation will include a bonus of up to 20% and a generous retirement contribution that starts at 5% and moves to 10% after 2 years. All of our plans provide best in class coverage: Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children Low $10 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 in orthodontia benefits Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities Fully vested Profit Sharing Retirement Fund contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not, plus the option for employees to make personal contributions to a 401(k) plan Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement Generous paid time off including 12 holidays per year, an annual office closure between Christmas and New Years, and 15 vacation days per year (earned at 1.25 days per month) Paid sick time on an as needed basis Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 28,500 Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking 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. 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. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). 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:Personal Care,

Key Responsibilities Direct and manage all Production and Distribution employees to ensure they are appropriately motivated, trained, and carry their responsibilities to the required standard. Contribute to the development of the company's corporate strategy and lead strategy development in the areas of Production and Distribution to ensure the company achieves its short- and long term objectives. Develop and implement all necessary policies and procedures to ensure that the Production and Distribution functions achieve their business objectives. Develop and control the budget for the Operations Department to ensure the production and distribution department have all the resources required to meet its objectives within agreed financial parameters. Direct and control the Production function to ensure that finished goods of the required standard are available to customers within agreed costs and at the right times. Direct and manage the Warehousing and Distribution functions to ensure that customers are supplied with the right quantities of goods at the right times. Maintain an effective working relationship with the management team to ensure effective co ordination of all company activities in support of corporate objectives. Act as the company's main adviser on all issues relating to operational functions and keep abreast of latest developments to ensure the company maintains its competitive position. Oversee overall financial management, planning, systems and controls within production and distribution. Manage the temporary agency workers budget in coordination with the MD and finance department. Work with finance in development of departmental budgets. Perform payroll management, including overtime and absence. Work with finance to produce fiscal documents. Hold regular meetings with MD around fiscal planning. Supervise and coach all direct reports. Oversee monthly and quarterly assessments and forecasts of manufacturing areas financial performance against budget, financial and operational goals, and oversee short and long term financial and managerial reporting. Assist the MD in creating the annual organisational budget. Technical Qualities Extensive experience in operations management along with demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives. Significant experience in the printing industry. Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Knowledge and experience in organisational effectiveness and operations management implementing best practices. Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style. Budgeting experience. Demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace. Ability to operate in a fast paced, community environment with persuasive detail and facts. Candidate must have experience or be qualified in Lean Manufacturing. We ask that you only apply for any of our vacancies if you are resident in the UK and have worked or are currently working in the print, packaging or paper sectors.

Transformation Programme Manager Location: Hybrid working - 3 days in either London, Manchester or Birmingham and 2 days remote working Contract Length: 6 months Contract Daily Rate: 500 - 850 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Are you a seasoned Transformation Programme Manager ready to lead one of the largest and most complex strategic programmes in a dynamic environment? Our client is seeking a talented individual to drive transformation initiatives at a senior level, ensuring the successful delivery of key business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver the comprehensive programme plan for a top-tier business initiative. Lead the delivery across multiple projects and teams, maintaining control over scope, time, cost, and quality. Drive outcomes through robust governance forums and structured communication strategies. Manage programme risks, escalations, dependencies, and navigate internal barriers effectively. Build and guide a blended delivery team, including SMT sponsors, business stakeholders, project managers, specialist teams, and third parties. Ensure consistent application of PMO methodologies, tools, and processes across all workstreams. Influence strategic priorities and shape programme direction at senior management levels. Skills & Experience Required: Proven leadership in managing complex transformation programmes. Strong influencing skills, particularly with senior management teams (SMT) and business leadership teams (BLT). Ability to simplify complex concepts and drive clarity in communication and execution. Demonstrated matrix leadership experience. Familiarity with both waterfall and agile methodologies. Experience in senior stakeholder management up to Executive Leadership Team (ELT) level. Advanced project management certifications (e.g., MSP, APM RPP, Prince2, SAFe) are preferred. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and play a pivotal role in transforming our client's business landscape, we want to hear from you! Apply Today! Join us in shaping the future of business transformation. Your expertise could be the key to our client's success. Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role. We look forward to your application! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Job Title: LEV Sales Manager (Dust and Fume) Location: Derby, East Midlands Salary/Benefits: 45k - 60k + Training & Benefits Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive LEV Sales Manager in the Midlands region. You will be responsible for implementing active sales growth plans and successfully growing company revenues through a variety of methods. This is an exciting opportunity to join a privately-owned outfit, who are looking to increase incoming contracts and develop their industry presence. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate strong industry knowledge and must have an ambitious attitude and desire for success. The company provides full services from designing and installing to servicing LEV dust and fume systems, as such, robust knowledge of the full process would be advantageous. Our client is able to offer competitive salaries, in addition to comprehensive benefits packages. We can consider candidates from the following locations: Derby, Nottingham, Burton upon Trent, Beeston, Swadlincote, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Coalville, Loughborough, Leicester, Hinckley, Tamworth, Coventry, Nuneaton, Rugby, Lichfield, Rugeley, Walsall, Birmingham, Solihull, Dudley, West Bromwich, Stafford, Lichfield, Cannock, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Buxton, Worksop, Dronfield, Sheffield. Experience / Qualifications: Successful track record working as an LEV Sales Manager, specialising within Dust / Fume ventilation Will ideally hold the BOHS P601 as a minimum Holding further BOHS qualifications (i.e. P602, P604) would be advantageous, but not essential Robust technical knowledge, including COSHH and HSG 258 guidelines Proven success within sales, generating new business and maintaining existing accounts Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills Excellent communication skills The Role: Being responsible for the generation of new business within an LEV (dust/fume) specialist outfit Identifying gaps in the business and devising plans to utilise potential opportunities Managing existing client accounts, ensuring a high level of service is upheld Upgrading and renewing existing accounts Using various methods to generate new client leads (i.e. cold calling) Promoting company services whilst on site Meeting with potential clients to scope for new projects and establish their requirements Acting as a key point of contact for clients, answering any queries and providing support Monitoring the success of site teams, to ensure that budgets and deadlines are met Producing detailed quotations and tenders for works Handling client feedback and issues on site, and resolving in a timely and appropriate manner Representing the company in a professional manner Future Select are recruiting in the Compliance / Environmental industry, including: LEV / Critical Air / Clean Air / Air Hygiene / Fire Safety; we work with the best clients & candidates and supply the majority of permanent jobs in the market. We would be interested in speaking to candidates with experience in any disciplines from Risk Assessors, Service Engineers, Account Managers and Business Development/Operational Managers through to Director level. Future Select Copyright 2026

IT Finance Manager Exciting opportunity to join the senior Leadership Team of a complex, multi-entity insurance business managing IT finance across group operations. Take ownership of a an evolving IT budget, working as an internal consultant to drive process improvements, cost optimization, and cloud financial operations. This role offers genuine influence over strategy and stakeholders, with responsibility for modernizing manual processes and building efficient systems across the organization. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain IT budget forecasts and performance, reporting actuals versus budget monthly to senior leadership and FDs across the business Manage cost allocations, accruals, prepayments, capex tracking, and depreciation calculations Establish and enhance cost management for cloud services, optimizing current and future cloud adoption Drive process improvements and streamline manual financial processes for efficiency and transparency Work closely with PMO and project teams to ensure accurate change accounting and portfolio spend monitoring Support IT procurement through contract review, analysis, and managing procurement-to-payment processes Provide resource planning support across BAU and change initiatives Requirements A qualified accountant with a background in insurance and IT finance Experience managing IT budgets across complex, multi-entity structures Deep understanding of IT budgeting, run vs change costs, and technology spend accounting Solid understanding of cloud services billing, allocation, and optimization Strong ability to manage senior stakeholders and explain financial concepts to non-finance audiences Commercial mindset with continuous improvement focus and ability to challenge status quo Self-motivated with strong work ethic and ability to work to tight deadlines IT Project and Portfolio budgeting experience What's On Offer Lead IT finance transformation in a complex, growing insurance business where your impact will be highly visible. Work directly with FDs, COOs, and senior leadership across multiple entities with genuine autonomy to drive change. Opportunity to modernize financial processes, implement cloud cost management strategies, and shape the future of IT financial operations in an evolving environment with significant scope for professional growth. Our client is committed to diversity in all of its forms and operates an inclusive recruitment process and has a hybrid office working environment.

Senior P6 Planner Rail Infrastructure Manchester Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: Up to £65,000 (DOE) + Overtime + Funded Training & Tickets Are you an experienced P6 Planner with strong NEC expertise who can build robust programmes from first principles not just consolidate subcontractor schedules? We re working with a growing infrastructure contractor delivering complex rail projects across the North West. They re looking to appoint a capable and technically strong Planner who can take ownership of programme development, delay analysis, and commercial programme management within live rail environments. This is an excellent opportunity for a planner who wants real responsibility, hybrid flexibility, site experience, overtime opportunities, and clear career progression into senior planning or project controls leadership roles. The Role As a Senior P6 Planner, you will: • Build fully resourced programmes from first principles using Primavera P6 • Develop baseline programmes aligned to scope, methodology and risk • Carry out delay analysis and programme impact assessments under NEC contracts • Support compensation event assessments and time impact analysis • Work closely with delivery teams to ensure accurate progress reporting • Attend site when required to validate sequencing and methodology • Support tender planning where required This role suits someone technically confident in planning logic, sequencing, and contractual programme management not just updating or merging subcontractor plans. About You We re looking for someone with: • Strong Primavera P6 experience (essential) • Proven ability to build programmes from scratch (first principles planning) • Good working knowledge of NEC contracts (delay analysis, CE assessments, programme clauses) • Experience within rail or civil engineering infrastructure (rail preferred) • Strong understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing • Excellent stakeholder communication skills • Proactive, analytical and detail-focused approach Desirable (but not essential training can be funded): • PTS • Rail experience • Contractor experience What s On Offer • Salary up to £65,000 (DOE) • Hybrid working (Manchester-based office with flexibility) • Overtime available • Fully funded training and tickets (including IRATA, COSS and further rail competencies) • Opportunity to gain more site exposure • Clear progression into Senior Planner / Planning Manager roles • Long-term career development within a growing infrastructure business Next Steps If you re a technically strong P6 Planner who enjoys building programmes properly and wants to develop further within rail infrastructure, we d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your planning career. Similar job titles: Senior Planner, P6 Planner, Project Planner, Planning Engineer, Senior Planning Engineer, Programme Planner, Rail Planner, Project Controls Engineer Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

One of the UK's largest independent Consultancies is actively recruiting a Procurement Manager to be based in Birmingham. THE COMPANY My client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK with a network of offices across the country as well as overseas. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some of the Midland s largest infrastructure and defence projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of individuals at Procurement Manager level to get involved in taking full responsibility of projects from inception to completion. The successful Procurement Manager will be given the opportunity to take full control of the projects and help mentor junior staff. THE CANDIDATE The successful Procurement Manager must: Have at least 3+ years experience working within a Commercial/ Procurement environment Have experience working within either Utilities, Rail or Construction Have experience working on end to end procurement, with knowledge of Sourcing and Contract Management. Have good communication and client facing skills MCIPS is preferred but not essential WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on some of the region s largest projects. Excellent progression opportunities within clear outline on how to get to Director level Market leading Consultancy with a great reputation in the market Fantastic company culture and senior management INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Niall Collins on (phone number removed) for more information.

In this role, you will lead Barclays' Talent Development programmes across Vice President, Director, and Managing Director levels, acting as the Product Owner responsible for the design, content, and strategic impact of all three Accelerator Programmes. You will shape the end to end experience by designing high quality content, ensuring strategic alignment, and maintaining clarity of purpose for each senior population. Supported by embedded Project Managers for operational governance, you will retain ultimate accountability for outcomes, investment, and the overall effectiveness of these programmes, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of high potential leaders. You will play a key role in delivering the Senior Leader Group (SLG) events, working directly with MDs, ExCo members, and senior partners across Barclays to shape agendas and deliver high impact experiences for bank's most senior leaders. As a highly visible leadership role, you will navigate complex stakeholder landscapes, manage significant programme investment, and oversee nomination cycles and reporting across the organisation. You will build credibility with ExCo level sponsors, manage expectations across multiple senior communities, and ensure the consistency, quality, and strategic integration of all high potential offerings. You will also lead the launch of the new MD Accelerator Programme and drive ongoing evolution of the Vice President and Director programmes, enhancing design, increasing impact, and aligning development with Barclays' strategic priorities. With responsibility for a significant programme portfolio and large scale senior leader populations, you will operate with confidence, precision, and influence, ensuring that Barclays' most talented leaders are identified, elevated, and supported to reach their full potential. To be successful as a Head of Talent Development Programmes, you should have experience with: Deep expertise in Leadership Development, particularly at senior levels (Director /Managing Director). Experience with high potential talent elevating and preparing leaders for bigger roles. Exceptional senior stakeholder management with ability to operate comfortably with ExCo level visibility and complexity. Experience running or designing large scale leadership development programmes. Understanding of budgets and investment management within talent development. Ability to translate organisational strategy into impactful development curricula. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job specific technical skills. Your role will be located from our Glasgow office. Purpose of the role To design and implement programmes and initiatives that support the growth and development of the bank's employees and leaders. Accountabilities Development and implementation of training and development programmes and initiatives, including creation and execution of training sessions, workshops, and other learning opportunities. Collaboration with HR and hiring managers to analyse the current and future development needs of the organisation. Design and delivery of classroom and digital based training content, programmes and associated User Experience. Management of onboarding programmes including training, onboarding materials, introduction meetings and providing support throughout the onboarding process. Analysis of data and metrics to measure success of talent development programmes and initiatives. Development and implementation of coaching and mentoring programmes, train the trainer programmes for facilitators and relevant educational materials. Develop and implement talent pipelining processes, identifying, managing, progressing and promoting talent capability across the bank with succession management and career progression'. Vice President Expectations To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and elevate breaches of policies/procedures If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department's future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.