Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Your new company Our client is looking to recruit a Finance Manager for a period of about 4 months to report to the Finance Director. Your new role You will be managing the finance team, reviewing and approving all transactional finance activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and banking, while ensuring month-end deadlines are met and accounts are reconciled promptly click apply for full job details
Dec 20, 2025
Seasonal
Your new company Our client is looking to recruit a Finance Manager for a period of about 4 months to report to the Finance Director. Your new role You will be managing the finance team, reviewing and approving all transactional finance activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and banking, while ensuring month-end deadlines are met and accounts are reconciled promptly click apply for full job details
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Birmingham Kingsheath is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 78, supported by a longstanding and passionate team dedicated to giving children the best start in life. The nursery has exemplary relationships with feeder schools, ensuring smooth transitions for the children. Conveniently located near transport links to Birmingham, Solihull, Shirley, and Kings Norton, it is also just a 10-minute walk from Kings Heath High Street and 20 minutes from Birmingham City Centre via public transport. Staff benefits include a free lunch, a birthday day off, flexible working options, and a thorough induction process. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Birmingham Kingsheath is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 78, supported by a longstanding and passionate team dedicated to giving children the best start in life. The nursery has exemplary relationships with feeder schools, ensuring smooth transitions for the children. Conveniently located near transport links to Birmingham, Solihull, Shirley, and Kings Norton, it is also just a 10-minute walk from Kings Heath High Street and 20 minutes from Birmingham City Centre via public transport. Staff benefits include a free lunch, a birthday day off, flexible working options, and a thorough induction process. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Swindon Peatmoor, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 100 children and features a longstanding staff team, with some members having been with Busy Bees for over 15 years. Our passionate team consistently strives to provide the best start in life for our children through a variety of educational programs, including UP, a toilet training program, UP and Active with Buzz, the School program, Busy Hands, and the Bee Curious curriculum. We also implement a "Sign of the Week" initiative and maintain a good ratio of qualified staff, including a Level 6 practitioner. Our nursery offers large outdoor areas specific to each age group, and we engage parents through regular events such as parent evenings, stay-and-plays, and tea parties. Notably, we celebrate a harvest festival each October, donating to our local food bank, and organize outings and community walks. We host open days where local businesses are invited, and parents with specific occupations are welcomed to share their knowledge with the children. Conveniently located near a bus stop just a minute's walk away and next to a convenience shop, we are also close to picturesque lake and woodland walk areas. We offer free parking for staff, along with a work anniversary acknowledgment program, a LOVE voucher/staff shout-out scheme, and staff discounts for childcare, creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our team. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Swindon Peatmoor, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 100 children and features a longstanding staff team, with some members having been with Busy Bees for over 15 years. Our passionate team consistently strives to provide the best start in life for our children through a variety of educational programs, including UP, a toilet training program, UP and Active with Buzz, the School program, Busy Hands, and the Bee Curious curriculum. We also implement a "Sign of the Week" initiative and maintain a good ratio of qualified staff, including a Level 6 practitioner. Our nursery offers large outdoor areas specific to each age group, and we engage parents through regular events such as parent evenings, stay-and-plays, and tea parties. Notably, we celebrate a harvest festival each October, donating to our local food bank, and organize outings and community walks. We host open days where local businesses are invited, and parents with specific occupations are welcomed to share their knowledge with the children. Conveniently located near a bus stop just a minute's walk away and next to a convenience shop, we are also close to picturesque lake and woodland walk areas. We offer free parking for staff, along with a work anniversary acknowledgment program, a LOVE voucher/staff shout-out scheme, and staff discounts for childcare, creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our team. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our exceptional team at Busy Bees in Cambridge Westwick, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 131 children. Our unique farm nursery features a Forest School and outdoor learning environment, promoting a holistic approach to education that gives children the best head start in their development. We have excellent links to the guided bus from the city, Huntington, and St Ives, making our location convenient for staff and families alike. We offer free lunch and free parking for our team, along with flexible working days to support a healthy work-life balance. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in early childhood education within a nurturing and innovative environment. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our exceptional team at Busy Bees in Cambridge Westwick, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 131 children. Our unique farm nursery features a Forest School and outdoor learning environment, promoting a holistic approach to education that gives children the best head start in their development. We have excellent links to the guided bus from the city, Huntington, and St Ives, making our location convenient for staff and families alike. We offer free lunch and free parking for our team, along with flexible working days to support a healthy work-life balance. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in early childhood education within a nurturing and innovative environment. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!
Summary of the role What are we looking for? The Governance and Exec Support Manager will play a dual role: Managing governance and compliance arrangements to ensure the effective operation of the Board of Trustees and its sub-committees. Providing high-quality executive support to the Principal and senior leadership team, enabling them to operate efficiently and strategically. This is a pivotal role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage complex governance processes while also delivering proactive executive assistance. Key Responsibilities Governance and Compliance Management: Support the Clerk (currently the Finance Director) with the day-to-day management of the work of the Board of Trustees and its committees, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Assist the Clerk with the preparation and management of agendas, papers, and minutes, ensuring they are delivered in a timely and accurate manner. Oversea and monitor the Board and Sub-committees' compliance on governance, regulatory matters, and best practice. Maintain up-to-date records of governance activity, membership, and statutory filings. Maintain a repository of previous policy versions to enable effective auditing. Support Board recruitment activities, including induction, training, and evaluation processes. Ensure effective communication is facilitated between the Board, sub-committees, and the executive leadership team. Executive Support: Provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to the Principal and the Clerk, including diary management, correspondence, travel, and meeting arrangements. Support the senior leadership team with scheduling, coordination, and preparation of key documents and reports. Manage the flow of information to and from the Principal and leadership team, ensuring priorities are addressed promptly. Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and briefing papers. Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times. Experience & Skills - Essential: Proven experience in a governance or company secretarial department. Experience providing executive or senior administrative support at leadership level. Excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including minute-taking. Ability to handle confidential information with integrity. High level of IT proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, digital board portals, etc.). Ability to work independently, use initiative, and manage multiple priorities. Desirable: Knowledge of governance in the education sector Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., Charity Commission, Companies House, DfE, OfS, ISI etc.). Formal governance or company secretarial training (e.g., ICSA/CGI qualification). Key Attributes: Professional, calm, and resilient under pressure. Diplomatic and able to build effective relationships at all levels. Detail-oriented but able to see the bigger picture. Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. Discretion when dealing with sensitive institutional matters
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Summary of the role What are we looking for? The Governance and Exec Support Manager will play a dual role: Managing governance and compliance arrangements to ensure the effective operation of the Board of Trustees and its sub-committees. Providing high-quality executive support to the Principal and senior leadership team, enabling them to operate efficiently and strategically. This is a pivotal role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage complex governance processes while also delivering proactive executive assistance. Key Responsibilities Governance and Compliance Management: Support the Clerk (currently the Finance Director) with the day-to-day management of the work of the Board of Trustees and its committees, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Assist the Clerk with the preparation and management of agendas, papers, and minutes, ensuring they are delivered in a timely and accurate manner. Oversea and monitor the Board and Sub-committees' compliance on governance, regulatory matters, and best practice. Maintain up-to-date records of governance activity, membership, and statutory filings. Maintain a repository of previous policy versions to enable effective auditing. Support Board recruitment activities, including induction, training, and evaluation processes. Ensure effective communication is facilitated between the Board, sub-committees, and the executive leadership team. Executive Support: Provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to the Principal and the Clerk, including diary management, correspondence, travel, and meeting arrangements. Support the senior leadership team with scheduling, coordination, and preparation of key documents and reports. Manage the flow of information to and from the Principal and leadership team, ensuring priorities are addressed promptly. Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and briefing papers. Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times. Experience & Skills - Essential: Proven experience in a governance or company secretarial department. Experience providing executive or senior administrative support at leadership level. Excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including minute-taking. Ability to handle confidential information with integrity. High level of IT proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, digital board portals, etc.). Ability to work independently, use initiative, and manage multiple priorities. Desirable: Knowledge of governance in the education sector Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., Charity Commission, Companies House, DfE, OfS, ISI etc.). Formal governance or company secretarial training (e.g., ICSA/CGI qualification). Key Attributes: Professional, calm, and resilient under pressure. Diplomatic and able to build effective relationships at all levels. Detail-oriented but able to see the bigger picture. Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. Discretion when dealing with sensitive institutional matters
Bridgend County Borough Council
Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan
Accounting Systems Manager - Finance Job description 37 hours per week Are you passionate about financial systems and driving innovation? Bridgend County Borough Council is seeking an experienced Accounting Systems Manager to lead the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our corporate financial systems. About the Role As Accounting Systems Manager, you will: Manage and develop the Council s financial systems, including purchase ledger, Council Tax, and Housing Benefits. Deliver high-quality, user-focused IT solutions to enhance system functionality and user experience. Collaborate with IT and finance teams to implement change and meet business requirements. Oversee system upgrades, testing, and rollouts across the Council. Design and implement internal controls to ensure data integrity. Lead on finance system developments and provide training and guidance to end users. Represent the Council in meetings with external partners, auditors, and software providers. What We re Looking For Educated to degree-level or equivalent with demonstrable experience of accounting systems. Extensive experience in financial systems management and development. Advanced IT skills, including Excel and database management. Strong project management experience and ability to deliver complex technical projects. Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead and motivate a team, manage priorities, and deliver results under pressure. Knowledge of current financial regulations and statutory requirements. Desirable PRINCE2 qualification. Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the Council s financial systems and processes, ensuring they meet the needs of our users and comply with statutory requirements. You ll work in a collaborative environment where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged. If you are interested in this position and would like more information, please contact Sam Coombs on . The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. A Basic criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) together with a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check is a requirement for this post. The council s Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 14 January 2026 Shortlisting Date: 19 Janaury 2026 Interview Date: 28 January 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Accounting Systems Manager - Finance Job description 37 hours per week Are you passionate about financial systems and driving innovation? Bridgend County Borough Council is seeking an experienced Accounting Systems Manager to lead the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our corporate financial systems. About the Role As Accounting Systems Manager, you will: Manage and develop the Council s financial systems, including purchase ledger, Council Tax, and Housing Benefits. Deliver high-quality, user-focused IT solutions to enhance system functionality and user experience. Collaborate with IT and finance teams to implement change and meet business requirements. Oversee system upgrades, testing, and rollouts across the Council. Design and implement internal controls to ensure data integrity. Lead on finance system developments and provide training and guidance to end users. Represent the Council in meetings with external partners, auditors, and software providers. What We re Looking For Educated to degree-level or equivalent with demonstrable experience of accounting systems. Extensive experience in financial systems management and development. Advanced IT skills, including Excel and database management. Strong project management experience and ability to deliver complex technical projects. Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead and motivate a team, manage priorities, and deliver results under pressure. Knowledge of current financial regulations and statutory requirements. Desirable PRINCE2 qualification. Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the Council s financial systems and processes, ensuring they meet the needs of our users and comply with statutory requirements. You ll work in a collaborative environment where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged. If you are interested in this position and would like more information, please contact Sam Coombs on . The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. A Basic criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) together with a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check is a requirement for this post. The council s Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 14 January 2026 Shortlisting Date: 19 Janaury 2026 Interview Date: 28 January 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Conveyancer - New Build and Development We have a fantastic opportunity for a New Build Conveyancer to join our expanding New Build team in Kingswood . Our team has established connections with estate agents and property developers covering the South West region. We are therefore looking for someone who is engaged and confident in networking and other marketing/business development activities. Our department is highly regarded, and we frequently receive excellent reviews on Google and Review Solicitors. The role Some of the duties you can expect to be involved in are: Fee earning work Interviewing clients, taking instructions and keeping detailed file notes. Maintaining file checklists. Reviewing compliance documentation and analysing source of funds evidence for AML. Assessing quality of work undertaken. Issuing client care letters. Drafting or considering contract packages. Raising enquiries. Submitting appropriate searches. Drafting title, mortgage and search reports. Acting for mortgage lenders and dealing with lender requirements and conditions. Conducting exchanges of contracts. Agreeing form of transfer deeds, leases and raising requisitions. Completing matters on schedule. Ensuring post completion matters are dealt with in a prompt manner. Advising clients as to the progress of matters and costs. Maintaining adequate and up-to-date knowledge of the law and practice. Checking all draft documents. Giving undertakings in the approved form in conveyancing matters. Participation in marketing activities. Participate in team, departmental and office meetings. Any other reasonable duties as directed by your manager You will be expected to be able to work on a range of matters including, new build purchases, residential sales, plot sales, site acquisition and finance matters. Whilst you may not work predominantly on development site acquisition and finance matters you may be asked to work alongside our commercial property colleagues on such matters. Accounts procedures Preparation of bills of costs, completion statements, exchanging contracts and obtaining the approval of Accounts for bills. Obtaining payment on account from clients. Requesting cheques and obtaining authorised signatures. Notifying Accounts of department incoming telegraphic transfers. Preparing written requests for telegraphic transfer for authorisation. Counting money received from clients as payments in. Requesting transfer of money between client accounts and the office account. Referring amendments to cheques and bills to Partners for approval, and dealing with the related formalities. About us Barcan and Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer. We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture. We encourage open communication and foster a culture where colleagues are supported in achieving a real work/life balance. At Barcan and Kirby, we work hard to maintain a culture of kindness and friendliness, and welcome applications from individuals who fit with our values. We like to think that we do things a bit differently from other law firms. Working at Barcan and Kirby The ideal candidate Our ideal candidate will: Have previous conveyancing experience, ideally in residential new build and development. Have a Law degree; or hold a CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ). Be IT literate and confident in using and adapting to new systems and processes. Exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner at all times. Location and working hours Full-time (office hours are 9am - 5.15pm Monday to Friday) Part-time considered (minimum of four days) The role is based at our Kingswood office, but with the option to apply for hybrid working post-probation Belonging at Barcan and Kirby We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment. We want you to bring your true self to work and encourage applications from anyone who embodies our values, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or anything else that makes you, you. _If there is anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you as part of the application process, including making a reasonable adjustment, please let us know by emailing ._ Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year Work Location: In person
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Conveyancer - New Build and Development We have a fantastic opportunity for a New Build Conveyancer to join our expanding New Build team in Kingswood . Our team has established connections with estate agents and property developers covering the South West region. We are therefore looking for someone who is engaged and confident in networking and other marketing/business development activities. Our department is highly regarded, and we frequently receive excellent reviews on Google and Review Solicitors. The role Some of the duties you can expect to be involved in are: Fee earning work Interviewing clients, taking instructions and keeping detailed file notes. Maintaining file checklists. Reviewing compliance documentation and analysing source of funds evidence for AML. Assessing quality of work undertaken. Issuing client care letters. Drafting or considering contract packages. Raising enquiries. Submitting appropriate searches. Drafting title, mortgage and search reports. Acting for mortgage lenders and dealing with lender requirements and conditions. Conducting exchanges of contracts. Agreeing form of transfer deeds, leases and raising requisitions. Completing matters on schedule. Ensuring post completion matters are dealt with in a prompt manner. Advising clients as to the progress of matters and costs. Maintaining adequate and up-to-date knowledge of the law and practice. Checking all draft documents. Giving undertakings in the approved form in conveyancing matters. Participation in marketing activities. Participate in team, departmental and office meetings. Any other reasonable duties as directed by your manager You will be expected to be able to work on a range of matters including, new build purchases, residential sales, plot sales, site acquisition and finance matters. Whilst you may not work predominantly on development site acquisition and finance matters you may be asked to work alongside our commercial property colleagues on such matters. Accounts procedures Preparation of bills of costs, completion statements, exchanging contracts and obtaining the approval of Accounts for bills. Obtaining payment on account from clients. Requesting cheques and obtaining authorised signatures. Notifying Accounts of department incoming telegraphic transfers. Preparing written requests for telegraphic transfer for authorisation. Counting money received from clients as payments in. Requesting transfer of money between client accounts and the office account. Referring amendments to cheques and bills to Partners for approval, and dealing with the related formalities. About us Barcan and Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer. We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture. We encourage open communication and foster a culture where colleagues are supported in achieving a real work/life balance. At Barcan and Kirby, we work hard to maintain a culture of kindness and friendliness, and welcome applications from individuals who fit with our values. We like to think that we do things a bit differently from other law firms. Working at Barcan and Kirby The ideal candidate Our ideal candidate will: Have previous conveyancing experience, ideally in residential new build and development. Have a Law degree; or hold a CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ). Be IT literate and confident in using and adapting to new systems and processes. Exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner at all times. Location and working hours Full-time (office hours are 9am - 5.15pm Monday to Friday) Part-time considered (minimum of four days) The role is based at our Kingswood office, but with the option to apply for hybrid working post-probation Belonging at Barcan and Kirby We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment. We want you to bring your true self to work and encourage applications from anyone who embodies our values, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or anything else that makes you, you. _If there is anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you as part of the application process, including making a reasonable adjustment, please let us know by emailing ._ Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year Work Location: In person
Your new company An innovative tech-enabled marketplace based in the City of London is hiring a Finance Systems Manager to play a crucial role in stabilising and enhancing their ERP environment. Your new role Lead and mentor a team of ERP analysts supporting WorkDay across finance operations click apply for full job details
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Your new company An innovative tech-enabled marketplace based in the City of London is hiring a Finance Systems Manager to play a crucial role in stabilising and enhancing their ERP environment. Your new role Lead and mentor a team of ERP analysts supporting WorkDay across finance operations click apply for full job details
Job title: Head of Fundraising and Communications Salary: £45,000 Location: Hybrid between home and our exhibition locations in London (Your attendance in the office will vary flexibly between 1-5 days per week, depending on business need. We cannot offer fixed days at home). Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week Reporting to: CEO Direct Reports: Fundraising Manager, Senior Campaigns Manager Indirect Reports: Communications Officer Job Description About the role The Head of Fundraising and Communications will lead the development and delivery of a systematic, data-driven, and project-managed approach to fundraising and communications - driving sustainable income growth and raising the charity's profile and influence. This role is first and foremost a fundraising leadership role. As the charity's strategic lead for fundraising, they will shape and expand our income streams, strengthen systems and processes, and build a high-performing team to help us reach more young people with our vital work. They will also lead on external communications and storytelling, ensuring our narrative is compelling, consistent, and rooted in the powerful impact of our programmes. While this role will oversee a team of three, the postholder will be hands-on and deeply involved in the systems and practices they implement, ensuring excellence in both strategy and delivery. This newly created role is a key position on the Senior Leadership Team, working closely with the CEO, Deputy CEO, and Head of Programmes to deliver The Ben Kinsella Trust's vision and strategy. As part of a small charity making a big impact, you will play a central role in ensuring Ben's legacy continues to educate, empower, and inspire thousands more young people across London and beyond. Key Responsibilities Fundraising Provide strategic leadership and direction for all fundraising activity, ensuring a systematic and dependable approach to income generation. Develop and deliver a long-term fundraising strategy that supports sustainable growth and diversification across grants & trusts, corporate donors, major donors, individual giving and community fundraising. Build and manage relationships with key funders and donors, working with the CEO and Fundraising Manager to cultivate and steward major partnerships. Maintain oversight and final sign-off of major and high-value funding applications to grants & trusts, corporate donors and major donors, ensuring they are well-structured, hold a compelling narrative, and are of the highest quality. Implement systems, processes, and KPIs to monitor performance, track pipelines, and drive continuous improvement. Provide strategic fundraising insight and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Board. Senior Leadership Team Play a full and active role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to organisational strategy, decision-making, and culture. Introduce and refine systems, processes, and workflows to improve efficiency and collaboration across departments. Support strategic planning and financial forecasting, particularly in relation to income generation and communications activity. Communications and Marketing Develop and implement a comprehensive external communications strategy, providing strategic leadership communications and campaigns and ensuring alignment with the charity's mission and priorities. Shape and oversee the charity's external narrative, ensuring our storytelling is compelling, consistent, and rooted in impact. Oversee the charity's external communications and brand, ensuring all public-facing content is high quality, consistent and strengthens the charity's reputation. Lead the charity's digital communications, including the website, social media, online campaigns and paid advertising; to grow awareness, engagement and support. Lead the creation of high-quality marketing materials and publications to support fundraising, advocacy, and service delivery. Use data and insight to evaluate effectiveness and inform future strategy. Finance Responsible for the Fundraising and Communications budget and any related contracted services budgets, and any relevant restricted funds. Person Specification We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different experiences, skills and stories to join us and influence and develop our working practice. We recognise the value a diverse workforce brings to a small charity, and we are especially keen for people currently underrepresented in our charity and the wider sector to apply. This role is first and foremost a fundraising leadership role, with strategic communications as a closely linked responsibility. While we've set out the skills and experience we're looking for, we know that no one will bring everything. If you have significant fundraising experience and are confident leading strategy, with experience of communications or a willingness to further develop in this area, we would really encourage you to apply. Please feel free to get in touch for a friendly conversation about the role and your application. Experience Significant experience in a senior fundraising role, with a demonstrable track record of developing and delivering successful multi-stream income generation strategies. Experience overseeing complex high-value fundraising applications and partnerships across a broad funder base, such as trusts and foundations, corporate sponsors, major donors and public-facing campaigns. Leadership and team management experience, with the ability to motivate and develop others. Experience managing budgets and working closely with finance colleagues on planning and forecasting. Experience in leading or contributing to strategic communications, engagement or PR activity within a charity, campaigning or mission-led organisation. Experience of working with a CEO, Senior Leadership Team and/or Board of Trustees to support organisational growth, strategic planning and decision-making. Experience of developing or contributing to monitoring, evaluation and reporting frameworks to assess fundraising and communications performance and impact Skills and Knowledge Written communication and editing skills, with the ability to produce clear, accessible and persuasive content for fundraising applications, donor communications, campaigns and public-facing materials. A storyteller who can translate data and impact into emotionally compelling narratives that inspire support. Strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate organisational priorities into clear, deliverable fundraising and communications plans. Organised, systematic, and process-oriented; with the ability to design, implement and manage effective systems for project management, pipeline tracking, KPIs and reporting. Project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with a calm and methodical approach. Confident in the use of digital and cloud-based systems (such as CRMs, project management tools and analytics platforms) to inform decision making and continuous improvement. Interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with donors, partners, colleagues and senior stakeholders. Familiarity with issues relating to youth violence, education, or social justice. An understanding of knife crime, youth violence, and other key current issues affecting young people. Ability to work independently, with initiative, and manage multiple priorities and projects effectively. Key Attributes and Values Passionate about making a difference - committed to preventing knife crime and improving outcomes for young people Committed to equity and inclusion - values and actively promotes diversity, inclusion, and fairness in all aspects of work Reflective and open to learning - committed to personal growth, welcomes feedback, and continuously seeks to improve practice Strategic thinker with leadership presence - able to set direction, make informed decisions, and inspire confidence across the organisation. Collaborative and influential - builds effective working relationships internally and externally, fostering teamwork and partnerships. Resilient and adaptable - able to navigate challenges, manage multiple priorities, and maintain focus under pressure. Benefits Flexible working opportunities where possible 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (rising to 30 days and 33 days after 5 and 10 years' service, respectively) Enhanced sick policy Contributory pension scheme Cycle to work scheme with the Green Commute Initiative Personal development opportunities
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Job title: Head of Fundraising and Communications Salary: £45,000 Location: Hybrid between home and our exhibition locations in London (Your attendance in the office will vary flexibly between 1-5 days per week, depending on business need. We cannot offer fixed days at home). Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week Reporting to: CEO Direct Reports: Fundraising Manager, Senior Campaigns Manager Indirect Reports: Communications Officer Job Description About the role The Head of Fundraising and Communications will lead the development and delivery of a systematic, data-driven, and project-managed approach to fundraising and communications - driving sustainable income growth and raising the charity's profile and influence. This role is first and foremost a fundraising leadership role. As the charity's strategic lead for fundraising, they will shape and expand our income streams, strengthen systems and processes, and build a high-performing team to help us reach more young people with our vital work. They will also lead on external communications and storytelling, ensuring our narrative is compelling, consistent, and rooted in the powerful impact of our programmes. While this role will oversee a team of three, the postholder will be hands-on and deeply involved in the systems and practices they implement, ensuring excellence in both strategy and delivery. This newly created role is a key position on the Senior Leadership Team, working closely with the CEO, Deputy CEO, and Head of Programmes to deliver The Ben Kinsella Trust's vision and strategy. As part of a small charity making a big impact, you will play a central role in ensuring Ben's legacy continues to educate, empower, and inspire thousands more young people across London and beyond. Key Responsibilities Fundraising Provide strategic leadership and direction for all fundraising activity, ensuring a systematic and dependable approach to income generation. Develop and deliver a long-term fundraising strategy that supports sustainable growth and diversification across grants & trusts, corporate donors, major donors, individual giving and community fundraising. Build and manage relationships with key funders and donors, working with the CEO and Fundraising Manager to cultivate and steward major partnerships. Maintain oversight and final sign-off of major and high-value funding applications to grants & trusts, corporate donors and major donors, ensuring they are well-structured, hold a compelling narrative, and are of the highest quality. Implement systems, processes, and KPIs to monitor performance, track pipelines, and drive continuous improvement. Provide strategic fundraising insight and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Board. Senior Leadership Team Play a full and active role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to organisational strategy, decision-making, and culture. Introduce and refine systems, processes, and workflows to improve efficiency and collaboration across departments. Support strategic planning and financial forecasting, particularly in relation to income generation and communications activity. Communications and Marketing Develop and implement a comprehensive external communications strategy, providing strategic leadership communications and campaigns and ensuring alignment with the charity's mission and priorities. Shape and oversee the charity's external narrative, ensuring our storytelling is compelling, consistent, and rooted in impact. Oversee the charity's external communications and brand, ensuring all public-facing content is high quality, consistent and strengthens the charity's reputation. Lead the charity's digital communications, including the website, social media, online campaigns and paid advertising; to grow awareness, engagement and support. Lead the creation of high-quality marketing materials and publications to support fundraising, advocacy, and service delivery. Use data and insight to evaluate effectiveness and inform future strategy. Finance Responsible for the Fundraising and Communications budget and any related contracted services budgets, and any relevant restricted funds. Person Specification We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different experiences, skills and stories to join us and influence and develop our working practice. We recognise the value a diverse workforce brings to a small charity, and we are especially keen for people currently underrepresented in our charity and the wider sector to apply. This role is first and foremost a fundraising leadership role, with strategic communications as a closely linked responsibility. While we've set out the skills and experience we're looking for, we know that no one will bring everything. If you have significant fundraising experience and are confident leading strategy, with experience of communications or a willingness to further develop in this area, we would really encourage you to apply. Please feel free to get in touch for a friendly conversation about the role and your application. Experience Significant experience in a senior fundraising role, with a demonstrable track record of developing and delivering successful multi-stream income generation strategies. Experience overseeing complex high-value fundraising applications and partnerships across a broad funder base, such as trusts and foundations, corporate sponsors, major donors and public-facing campaigns. Leadership and team management experience, with the ability to motivate and develop others. Experience managing budgets and working closely with finance colleagues on planning and forecasting. Experience in leading or contributing to strategic communications, engagement or PR activity within a charity, campaigning or mission-led organisation. Experience of working with a CEO, Senior Leadership Team and/or Board of Trustees to support organisational growth, strategic planning and decision-making. Experience of developing or contributing to monitoring, evaluation and reporting frameworks to assess fundraising and communications performance and impact Skills and Knowledge Written communication and editing skills, with the ability to produce clear, accessible and persuasive content for fundraising applications, donor communications, campaigns and public-facing materials. A storyteller who can translate data and impact into emotionally compelling narratives that inspire support. Strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate organisational priorities into clear, deliverable fundraising and communications plans. Organised, systematic, and process-oriented; with the ability to design, implement and manage effective systems for project management, pipeline tracking, KPIs and reporting. Project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with a calm and methodical approach. Confident in the use of digital and cloud-based systems (such as CRMs, project management tools and analytics platforms) to inform decision making and continuous improvement. Interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with donors, partners, colleagues and senior stakeholders. Familiarity with issues relating to youth violence, education, or social justice. An understanding of knife crime, youth violence, and other key current issues affecting young people. Ability to work independently, with initiative, and manage multiple priorities and projects effectively. Key Attributes and Values Passionate about making a difference - committed to preventing knife crime and improving outcomes for young people Committed to equity and inclusion - values and actively promotes diversity, inclusion, and fairness in all aspects of work Reflective and open to learning - committed to personal growth, welcomes feedback, and continuously seeks to improve practice Strategic thinker with leadership presence - able to set direction, make informed decisions, and inspire confidence across the organisation. Collaborative and influential - builds effective working relationships internally and externally, fostering teamwork and partnerships. Resilient and adaptable - able to navigate challenges, manage multiple priorities, and maintain focus under pressure. Benefits Flexible working opportunities where possible 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (rising to 30 days and 33 days after 5 and 10 years' service, respectively) Enhanced sick policy Contributory pension scheme Cycle to work scheme with the Green Commute Initiative Personal development opportunities
Please Note: We do not accept applications via external sites or email. Please apply via our website. We are recruiting for a new role of Associate Director of finance supporting the COO/FD. The lead employer is the University of Manchester Students' Union who have been working on developing a shared finance service model and so it will be working across multiple organisations in Manchester. Initially this role will be taking over management accounting responsibility from the COO/FD. It will involve delivering hands on management accountancy duties such as month end processing, balance sheet management, VAT and leading on budgeting and forecasting. The role requires strong technical accountancy and reconciliation skills. There is significant scope for development in this role once the day to day management accountancy aspects of the role are embedded. This will include developing strategic finance capabilities such as long term financial modelling and working with Boards and committees. The role is hybrid and there is a requirement to spend time in offices in Manchester, however this can be delivered flexibly and the role holder will be given autonomy over how time is managed. UMSU is an exciting organisation and no two days are ever the same due to the varied nature of activity. This is a good opportunity for someone who likes a varied workload, is passionate about finance and has the drive to shape the role and make it their own Please read the full role profile before applying, as well as our guide to recruitment. Details Salary: Circa £50K to 60k per year, dependant on experience Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week Recruitment Timeline Applications opened: 19/12/2025 Applications close: 11/01/:59 Interviews: 26/01/2026 Role Commencing: 01/04/2026 We may close applications early if we receive a high volume of applications. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Once the vacancy has closed, we're unable to accept late applications to ensure a fair process for all candidates. Contact People Team: You can contact the People Team with any questions regarding this vacancy or our recruitment process. Email: Phone: Hiring Manager: Rebecca Eley You can contact the hiring manager with any questions regarding this vacancy or our recruitment process. Email:
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Please Note: We do not accept applications via external sites or email. Please apply via our website. We are recruiting for a new role of Associate Director of finance supporting the COO/FD. The lead employer is the University of Manchester Students' Union who have been working on developing a shared finance service model and so it will be working across multiple organisations in Manchester. Initially this role will be taking over management accounting responsibility from the COO/FD. It will involve delivering hands on management accountancy duties such as month end processing, balance sheet management, VAT and leading on budgeting and forecasting. The role requires strong technical accountancy and reconciliation skills. There is significant scope for development in this role once the day to day management accountancy aspects of the role are embedded. This will include developing strategic finance capabilities such as long term financial modelling and working with Boards and committees. The role is hybrid and there is a requirement to spend time in offices in Manchester, however this can be delivered flexibly and the role holder will be given autonomy over how time is managed. UMSU is an exciting organisation and no two days are ever the same due to the varied nature of activity. This is a good opportunity for someone who likes a varied workload, is passionate about finance and has the drive to shape the role and make it their own Please read the full role profile before applying, as well as our guide to recruitment. Details Salary: Circa £50K to 60k per year, dependant on experience Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week Recruitment Timeline Applications opened: 19/12/2025 Applications close: 11/01/:59 Interviews: 26/01/2026 Role Commencing: 01/04/2026 We may close applications early if we receive a high volume of applications. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Once the vacancy has closed, we're unable to accept late applications to ensure a fair process for all candidates. Contact People Team: You can contact the People Team with any questions regarding this vacancy or our recruitment process. Email: Phone: Hiring Manager: Rebecca Eley You can contact the hiring manager with any questions regarding this vacancy or our recruitment process. Email:
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our experienced team at Busy Bees Harpenden Rothamsted Lodge, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity for 76 children. Our longstanding staff are dedicated to their professional development, with many working towards their Level 3 qualifications, and over 50% qualified as First Aid responders. Situated in a rural location, our nursery boasts large outdoor spaces for children to explore. We also benefit from convenient bus routes and a nearby train station for easy access. We offer free parking and a complimentary lunch for our staff, creating a supportive and enjoyable working environment. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in early childhood education! Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our experienced team at Busy Bees Harpenden Rothamsted Lodge, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity for 76 children. Our longstanding staff are dedicated to their professional development, with many working towards their Level 3 qualifications, and over 50% qualified as First Aid responders. Situated in a rural location, our nursery boasts large outdoor spaces for children to explore. We also benefit from convenient bus routes and a nearby train station for easy access. We offer free parking and a complimentary lunch for our staff, creating a supportive and enjoyable working environment. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in early childhood education! Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children. Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration. Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents. Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children. Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Passionate about fostering children's development and creating positive relationships with families. Make a positive impact on young learners-apply now!
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Employee Relations Specialist Location: UK - Fully Remote Contract: Permanent Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum (DOE) Reports to: Employee Relations Manager About the role We're seeking two Employee Relations Specialists to join our HRER team supporting the UK and Republic of Ireland. In this role, you'll be a trusted advisor on all employee relations matters, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. You'll combine commercial awareness with fairness, compliance, and a focus on creating a positive employee experience. This position offers exposure to a wide range of ER activities, including complex case management, organisational change programmes, and Employment Tribunal defence. You'll benefit from ongoing mentoring by an experienced ER Manager and collaborate closely with a leading employment law firm, giving you the opportunity to deepen your expertise and make a real impact. We're looking for someone who: Takes initiative and works independently with confidence. Demonstrates compassion and empathy in every interaction. Is driven to achieve results and deliver excellence. Possesses exceptional influencing and negotiation skills. Embodies our company values in everything they do. Thrives in a team environment and builds strong relationships. Shows resilience, focus, and adaptability under pressure. Has the courage to challenge constructively and make sound decisions. Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Manages time and priorities efficiently to meet deadlines. What you'll be doing Act as the first point of contact for managers on complex employee relations matters, providing pragmatic, legally sound and best-in-class advice. Support and manage cases across the full ER spectrum, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, wellbeing, and performance-related issues. Assist with full Employment Tribunal activity, including ACAS/LRA early conciliation, ET3 responses, witness statements, evidence bundles, and preliminary hearing representation. Support the drafting and negotiation of settlement agreements. Contribute to organisational change programmes such as redeployment, redundancy, restructuring, harmonisation, and TUPE. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and key stakeholders across Operations, Workforce Management, Payroll, Recruitment, IT, Finance, and Legal. Maintain and review HR policies and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with UK and Republic of Ireland employment law and best practice. Use ER data and insights to identify trends, reduce risk, and continuously improve ways of working. Champion efficient, streamlined, and people-focused ER processes. Essential Proven experience working in an Employee Relations or HR role, with exposure to complex casework. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act and Employment Rights Act (and any other relevant legislation relating to Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland) Confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience level (one of the following): 2+ years' ER specialist experience in a contact centre environment, or 3+ years' ER specialist experience in another fast-paced industry, or 4+ years' HR generalist experience. Desirable CIPD qualification (or working towards). Mediation training or accredited mediator status. Exposure to Employment Tribunal preparation or early conciliation activity. Why join us? A truly diverse ER role with the opportunity to develop into full Employment Tribunal ownership. Supportive leadership and a collaborative HR team committed to your growth. A chance to shape and influence how employee relations is delivered at scale across the organisation.
Temporary Purchase Ledger Assistant is required for a period of approx 3 months to assist with the processing of purchase invoices. Location: North Bournemouth area. Reporting to a Senior Accounts Assistant and a Finance Manager you will be working within a small and friendly finance department and have responsibility for processing purchase ledger invoices: entering invoices to a specialist docum click apply for full job details
Dec 20, 2025
Seasonal
Temporary Purchase Ledger Assistant is required for a period of approx 3 months to assist with the processing of purchase invoices. Location: North Bournemouth area. Reporting to a Senior Accounts Assistant and a Finance Manager you will be working within a small and friendly finance department and have responsibility for processing purchase ledger invoices: entering invoices to a specialist docum click apply for full job details
