NXTGEN is delighted to be partnering with a growing and highly regarded accountancy practice in Norwich to recruit an Audit Senior. Following a period of sustained growth and several well-deserved internal promotions, the firm is now looking to add another Audit Senior to their already strong and collaborative audit team. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced auditor who wants more than just a job. As an Audit Senior, you'll be joining a firm where your opinion genuinely matters, you're encouraged to get involved, and you'll be fully supported in both your professional and personal development. You'll work closely with Managers and Partners, take ownership of your own audits, and play a key role in mentoring junior team members, all within a firm that prides itself on its inclusive culture and long-term career opportunities. This Audit Senior role offers real variety, from managing complex assignments to building strong client relationships. The Role: Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion for a varied portfolio of clients as the Audit Senior. Act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong and trusted relationships Prepare and review statutory accounts in line with current regulations Supervise, mentor, and support junior members of the audit team, helping them develop and progress Liaise closely with Managers and Partners, contributing ideas and insights to improve audit processes Ensure audits are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget What We're Looking For: ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist with experience working within Audit) Previous experience within an accountancy practice, with a strong focus on audit A collaborative mindset with a genuine interest in developing junior staff Strong communication skills and the confidence to share ideas and challenge constructively The firm you'll be joining: Be part of a firm where you can truly feel involved and valued as an Audit Senior Clear progression opportunities, supported by recent internal promotions A supportive and approachable leadership team Opportunities to get involved in other areas of the firm A growing client base offering variety and challenge in your day-to-day work Full flexible working scheme, a role that works around you and how you like to work. If you're looking to join a firm where you can be yourself, make an impact, and grow alongside a talented and supportive team, this Audit Senior role could be the perfect next step. For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Annie. Salary is dependent on experience.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
NXTGEN is delighted to be partnering with a growing and highly regarded accountancy practice in Norwich to recruit an Audit Senior. Following a period of sustained growth and several well-deserved internal promotions, the firm is now looking to add another Audit Senior to their already strong and collaborative audit team. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced auditor who wants more than just a job. As an Audit Senior, you'll be joining a firm where your opinion genuinely matters, you're encouraged to get involved, and you'll be fully supported in both your professional and personal development. You'll work closely with Managers and Partners, take ownership of your own audits, and play a key role in mentoring junior team members, all within a firm that prides itself on its inclusive culture and long-term career opportunities. This Audit Senior role offers real variety, from managing complex assignments to building strong client relationships. The Role: Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion for a varied portfolio of clients as the Audit Senior. Act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong and trusted relationships Prepare and review statutory accounts in line with current regulations Supervise, mentor, and support junior members of the audit team, helping them develop and progress Liaise closely with Managers and Partners, contributing ideas and insights to improve audit processes Ensure audits are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget What We're Looking For: ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist with experience working within Audit) Previous experience within an accountancy practice, with a strong focus on audit A collaborative mindset with a genuine interest in developing junior staff Strong communication skills and the confidence to share ideas and challenge constructively The firm you'll be joining: Be part of a firm where you can truly feel involved and valued as an Audit Senior Clear progression opportunities, supported by recent internal promotions A supportive and approachable leadership team Opportunities to get involved in other areas of the firm A growing client base offering variety and challenge in your day-to-day work Full flexible working scheme, a role that works around you and how you like to work. If you're looking to join a firm where you can be yourself, make an impact, and grow alongside a talented and supportive team, this Audit Senior role could be the perfect next step. For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Annie. Salary is dependent on experience.
About Us The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system. At the NIoT, we believe teaching is a fundamental societal good, a privilege and a responsibility, and this role helps ensure our programmes are delivered smoothly and professionally so that trainees, mentors and partner schools receive a consistently excellent experience. About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Administrator to join our team in the North and East region at our Redcar campus. They will support our ITE Programme Manager, who is responsible for the proactive and effective planning, execution and administration of our Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programme. The ITE Regional Administrator reports to the programme manager and will work closely with colleagues to ensure the programme is well supported. This role also supports colleagues in the South and West region. We are looking for a candidate with a strong track record of providing administrative support, ideally in an education setting, who enjoys regular contact with participants and partners. Great communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as is being proactive and self-motivated, with a positive approach to work. The role is based at our Redcar campus, so you should be within commutable distance; our campus postcode is TS10 4AB. The role is predominantly hybrid, with the need to be on site at least once a week. The role will, on occasion, be required to travel to other sites across the country, and travel expenses will be paid. Benefits: Generous Annual Leave - 27 days' holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays) rising to 33 days after five years' service. Flexible Working - We offer flexible start and end working times, with hybrid working in place for all roles. Pension - Entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Salary Sacrifice Schemes - We offer salary sacrifice schemes for bikes, cars and tech! Lifestyle Benefits - We offer discounts on gyms, cinema, retail and much more! Parenthood Leave - We offer above the statutory minimum for maternity, adoption and paternity leave. Working Environment - We have a stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals. Support - Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters. Development - We fully support the development of our staff and ensure that you have a high level of continuous professional development. We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page. Closing date: 5.00pm on 26 April 2026. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
About Us The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system. At the NIoT, we believe teaching is a fundamental societal good, a privilege and a responsibility, and this role helps ensure our programmes are delivered smoothly and professionally so that trainees, mentors and partner schools receive a consistently excellent experience. About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Administrator to join our team in the North and East region at our Redcar campus. They will support our ITE Programme Manager, who is responsible for the proactive and effective planning, execution and administration of our Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programme. The ITE Regional Administrator reports to the programme manager and will work closely with colleagues to ensure the programme is well supported. This role also supports colleagues in the South and West region. We are looking for a candidate with a strong track record of providing administrative support, ideally in an education setting, who enjoys regular contact with participants and partners. Great communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as is being proactive and self-motivated, with a positive approach to work. The role is based at our Redcar campus, so you should be within commutable distance; our campus postcode is TS10 4AB. The role is predominantly hybrid, with the need to be on site at least once a week. The role will, on occasion, be required to travel to other sites across the country, and travel expenses will be paid. Benefits: Generous Annual Leave - 27 days' holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays) rising to 33 days after five years' service. Flexible Working - We offer flexible start and end working times, with hybrid working in place for all roles. Pension - Entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Salary Sacrifice Schemes - We offer salary sacrifice schemes for bikes, cars and tech! Lifestyle Benefits - We offer discounts on gyms, cinema, retail and much more! Parenthood Leave - We offer above the statutory minimum for maternity, adoption and paternity leave. Working Environment - We have a stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals. Support - Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters. Development - We fully support the development of our staff and ensure that you have a high level of continuous professional development. We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page. Closing date: 5.00pm on 26 April 2026. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Join us as a Children's Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We're proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children's services. Across our Children in Care, Family Help and Refugee teams, you'll support children, young people and families through key stages of their journey. In the Children in Care Teams, you'll support care experienced children by meeting statutory duties, helping them move from residential care into foster or post 16 placements and completing a range of assessments while working with partners to safeguard young people at risk of exploitation. Within our Family Help Teams, you'll deliver strengths based interventions and family plans that keep children safely at home. Through practical, solution focused support, you'll help families build on their strengths, overcome challenges and achieve better long term outcomes. Joining our Refugee Teams, you'll work with separated children, unaccompanied minors, care leavers and families with No Recourse to Public Funds - from arrival and initial assessments, through navigating the asylum process and moving towards independence, with a focus on family reunification. What you'll do: Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change. Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver effective, holistic support. Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a strong focus on outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice. As a Senior Social Worker, provide mentoring and practice support to colleagues, role model high standards of social work, and contribute to reflective practice and service development. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Experience working in a UK based statutory social work setting. Senior Social Workers will have significant post qualifying experience (minimum 3 years) and be comfortable mentoring colleagues and role modelling best practice. Strong relationship building and communication skills, with the ability to engage families and build trust. Confident in assessing risk, analysing information, developing effective plans, and producing clear, high quality reports. Sound understanding of safeguarding, relevant legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles. Ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively within multi agency settings. A creative, flexible, and forward thinking approach to practice. Please note: This role is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers. If you are a recent graduate, please apply through our Graduate Entry Training Scheme (GETS). Why join us? Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice. Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance. Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE 'Partner in Practice' initiative. Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work. Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval). Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Ready to take the next step? Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack on our website. Apply by email: Send your CV to with the subject line 'Social Worker HCC623826'. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation. Alternatively, apply online: Click the 'Apply' button below to complete your application on our website. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Child Protection Social Worker, Children and Families Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Family Support Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Advanced Social Work Practitioner.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Join us as a Children's Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We're proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children's services. Across our Children in Care, Family Help and Refugee teams, you'll support children, young people and families through key stages of their journey. In the Children in Care Teams, you'll support care experienced children by meeting statutory duties, helping them move from residential care into foster or post 16 placements and completing a range of assessments while working with partners to safeguard young people at risk of exploitation. Within our Family Help Teams, you'll deliver strengths based interventions and family plans that keep children safely at home. Through practical, solution focused support, you'll help families build on their strengths, overcome challenges and achieve better long term outcomes. Joining our Refugee Teams, you'll work with separated children, unaccompanied minors, care leavers and families with No Recourse to Public Funds - from arrival and initial assessments, through navigating the asylum process and moving towards independence, with a focus on family reunification. What you'll do: Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change. Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver effective, holistic support. Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a strong focus on outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice. As a Senior Social Worker, provide mentoring and practice support to colleagues, role model high standards of social work, and contribute to reflective practice and service development. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Experience working in a UK based statutory social work setting. Senior Social Workers will have significant post qualifying experience (minimum 3 years) and be comfortable mentoring colleagues and role modelling best practice. Strong relationship building and communication skills, with the ability to engage families and build trust. Confident in assessing risk, analysing information, developing effective plans, and producing clear, high quality reports. Sound understanding of safeguarding, relevant legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles. Ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively within multi agency settings. A creative, flexible, and forward thinking approach to practice. Please note: This role is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers. If you are a recent graduate, please apply through our Graduate Entry Training Scheme (GETS). Why join us? Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice. Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance. Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE 'Partner in Practice' initiative. Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work. Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval). Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Ready to take the next step? Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack on our website. Apply by email: Send your CV to with the subject line 'Social Worker HCC623826'. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation. Alternatively, apply online: Click the 'Apply' button below to complete your application on our website. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Child Protection Social Worker, Children and Families Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Family Support Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Advanced Social Work Practitioner.
Vehicle Mechanic/Teacher/Tutor (MoD) Swindon £37,111 rising to £39,679 once qualified + Training Qualifications + Pay Progression + Hybrid + Company Benefits + Much much more Are you a Level 3 Qualified Vehicle Technician/Mechanic or similar with over 5 years on the tools experience? Do you want to take a step away from hands on to a hands off role and get involved in training the next generation of click apply for full job details
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Vehicle Mechanic/Teacher/Tutor (MoD) Swindon £37,111 rising to £39,679 once qualified + Training Qualifications + Pay Progression + Hybrid + Company Benefits + Much much more Are you a Level 3 Qualified Vehicle Technician/Mechanic or similar with over 5 years on the tools experience? Do you want to take a step away from hands on to a hands off role and get involved in training the next generation of click apply for full job details
Family First Nursery Group
Tamworth, Staffordshire
Nursery Room Leader Full-Time - Up to 40 hours per week - Monday - Friday - £13.97 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Dosthill, where we care for children from 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With our spacious garden, forest school sessions, and creative hands-on activities, we provide enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow as part of our dedicated team. Requirements Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development 3month - 1year old children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Dosthill is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Full-Time - Up to 40 hours per week - Monday - Friday - £13.97 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Dosthill, where we care for children from 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With our spacious garden, forest school sessions, and creative hands-on activities, we provide enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow as part of our dedicated team. Requirements Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development 3month - 1year old children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Dosthill is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Birmingham, Staffordshire
Your new company We are looking for an experienced Property Surveyors to support our Property Services team on a long-term temporary basis. You will carry out specialist inspections, surveys, and technical investigations across our housing stock and property assets, ensuring homes are safe, compliant, and maintained to a high standard.A key part of the role involves identifying damp, mould, condensation, structural defects, and providing expert technical reports including producing evidence in line with Civil Procedure Rule (CPR) Part 35 where required.You will also support the Council in managing cases relating to Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and Section 82 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990, helping to ensure statutory responsibilities are met, and disrepair issues are resolved efficiently. Your new role As part of the role, you will be responsible for carrying out property inspections, condition surveys, and detailed building pathology assessments. This will include identifying and diagnosing a range of issues such as damp, mould, leaks, condensation, and structural defects. You will then be required to produce high quality technical reports, including expert evidence that complies with Part 35 requirements when necessary.You will support the effective management of statutory disrepair cases under Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act and Section 82 of the Environmental Protection Act. This will involve recommending appropriate remedial actions and prioritising works based on risk, severity, and compliance needs. Collaboration is key, and you will work closely with legal teams, contractors, tenants, environmental health officers, and internal departments to achieve timely and effective resolutions.Additionally, you will monitor contractor performance to ensure that all works are completed to the correct specifications and required standards. Maintaining accurate and well organised records-including photographs, schedules of work, and inspection outcomes-is an essential part of the role. What you'll need to succeed You will bring strong technical expertise in building surveying and property diagnostics, along with the confidence to produce expert level reports. To be successful in this role, you must hold a RICS accredited qualification (AssocRICS, MRICS or FRICS) and have a solid understanding of building pathology, particularly in relation to damp and mould diagnostics. You should have experience carrying out property inspections or surveys and be confident in producing clear, accurate and evidence based reports. A good working knowledge of Section 11 and Section 82 legislation, as well as broader landlord statutory responsibilities, is essential. Knowledge of CPR Part 35 is desirable, although a willingness to undertake training is equally welcomed. Strong communication and customer facing skills are vital, as is the ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.Experience within social housing or a local authority setting would be advantageous, alongside familiarity with HHSRS and damp and mould assessment frameworks. Experience in managing disrepair cases is also beneficial. What you'll get in return This long term temporary assignment offers stability and the flexibility to work in a way that supports a healthy work-life balance where appropriate. You will join a supportive and collaborative team environment with access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities. The role is offered at an hourly rate starting from £30 per hour, with room for negotiation depending on experience and qualifications. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Your new company We are looking for an experienced Property Surveyors to support our Property Services team on a long-term temporary basis. You will carry out specialist inspections, surveys, and technical investigations across our housing stock and property assets, ensuring homes are safe, compliant, and maintained to a high standard.A key part of the role involves identifying damp, mould, condensation, structural defects, and providing expert technical reports including producing evidence in line with Civil Procedure Rule (CPR) Part 35 where required.You will also support the Council in managing cases relating to Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and Section 82 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990, helping to ensure statutory responsibilities are met, and disrepair issues are resolved efficiently. Your new role As part of the role, you will be responsible for carrying out property inspections, condition surveys, and detailed building pathology assessments. This will include identifying and diagnosing a range of issues such as damp, mould, leaks, condensation, and structural defects. You will then be required to produce high quality technical reports, including expert evidence that complies with Part 35 requirements when necessary.You will support the effective management of statutory disrepair cases under Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act and Section 82 of the Environmental Protection Act. This will involve recommending appropriate remedial actions and prioritising works based on risk, severity, and compliance needs. Collaboration is key, and you will work closely with legal teams, contractors, tenants, environmental health officers, and internal departments to achieve timely and effective resolutions.Additionally, you will monitor contractor performance to ensure that all works are completed to the correct specifications and required standards. Maintaining accurate and well organised records-including photographs, schedules of work, and inspection outcomes-is an essential part of the role. What you'll need to succeed You will bring strong technical expertise in building surveying and property diagnostics, along with the confidence to produce expert level reports. To be successful in this role, you must hold a RICS accredited qualification (AssocRICS, MRICS or FRICS) and have a solid understanding of building pathology, particularly in relation to damp and mould diagnostics. You should have experience carrying out property inspections or surveys and be confident in producing clear, accurate and evidence based reports. A good working knowledge of Section 11 and Section 82 legislation, as well as broader landlord statutory responsibilities, is essential. Knowledge of CPR Part 35 is desirable, although a willingness to undertake training is equally welcomed. Strong communication and customer facing skills are vital, as is the ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.Experience within social housing or a local authority setting would be advantageous, alongside familiarity with HHSRS and damp and mould assessment frameworks. Experience in managing disrepair cases is also beneficial. What you'll get in return This long term temporary assignment offers stability and the flexibility to work in a way that supports a healthy work-life balance where appropriate. You will join a supportive and collaborative team environment with access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities. The role is offered at an hourly rate starting from £30 per hour, with room for negotiation depending on experience and qualifications. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Nursery: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester Salary: £29,265 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester's amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike. There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Holly Corner Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Nursery: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester Salary: £29,265 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester's amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike. There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Holly Corner Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Athona Education are looking for punctual and reliable cover supervisor staff for secondary schools based in Newham. Athona have a strong presence in London, having worked in the area for 17 years, with some of our long standing partnerships being over 10 years. Ideal candidates will feel confident managing classroom behaviour across year 7 - year 11 classes, and have some experience working with children / young adults previously. Please apply today if you are interested. Please note: In line with the DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education , all applicants for this role must hold a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure to work in a school or nursery. If you do not have a DBS registered on the Update Service, you will be required to complete a new DBS application. All candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
Apr 12, 2026
Contractor
Athona Education are looking for punctual and reliable cover supervisor staff for secondary schools based in Newham. Athona have a strong presence in London, having worked in the area for 17 years, with some of our long standing partnerships being over 10 years. Ideal candidates will feel confident managing classroom behaviour across year 7 - year 11 classes, and have some experience working with children / young adults previously. Please apply today if you are interested. Please note: In line with the DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education , all applicants for this role must hold a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure to work in a school or nursery. If you do not have a DBS registered on the Update Service, you will be required to complete a new DBS application. All candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
Job Introduction At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in helping people recover from addiction and regain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and making sure that people can find all the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance use services in England and Wales. Right now, we are looking for a talented Practitioner Psychologist or Psychotherapist to ensure the effective management, development, and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed team based within our substance use services in Grimsby. North East Lincolnshire Recovery Partnership (NELRP) is a free and confidential service for Adults and Young People in North East Lincolnshire who would like support with their drug and alcohol use. A joined-up service, with partners working closely together so that the people we support don't have to navigate their way between different parts of the system on their own. Main Responsibilities You will offer clinical guidance, training and leadership to a team that delivers psycho-social interventions to both individuals and groups. You will use your expertise to build on a range of innovative approaches with people who use substances and experience mental health difficulties. In addition to being responsible for the systematic governance of these and other services, you will offer practical advice on trauma-informed evidence-based psycho-social interventions to colleagues as well as local agencies and organisations. Inspiring, developing and coordinating everyone on your team will of course, be a vital part of your role. We will also expect you to have a small caseload of service users with complex needs, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapies. Beyond the operational level, you will contribute to the strategic direction and development of the service as a whole. This will include building strong professional links with other statutory and voluntary service providers and using your expertise to put relevant support and education structures in place. You will also explore ways to continuously improve our services and integrate wider issues - housing, employment and finances, for example - into the overall treatment process. You will be invited to work with our national team of Clinical, Counselling, Forensic Psychologists and Psychotherapist, to develop psychological and psycho-social approaches used across services and to pursue a therapeutic specialism that fits with service needs. The Ideal candidate You will hold a doctorate and have current registration through the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, or be registered with the UKCP, BPC, or BACP as a Psychotherapist. Your experience of leading and supervising clinical staff will ideally be supported by experience of working with substance misuse Service Users. Formal training in supervision, whilst not essential, would be desirable. Excellent communication skills, adaptability and commitment to the Recovery Agenda, will all contribute to you becoming a vital member of our clinical leadership team. About Us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 26 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents SU - Practitioner Psychologist.pdf Apply
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Job Introduction At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in helping people recover from addiction and regain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and making sure that people can find all the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance use services in England and Wales. Right now, we are looking for a talented Practitioner Psychologist or Psychotherapist to ensure the effective management, development, and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed team based within our substance use services in Grimsby. North East Lincolnshire Recovery Partnership (NELRP) is a free and confidential service for Adults and Young People in North East Lincolnshire who would like support with their drug and alcohol use. A joined-up service, with partners working closely together so that the people we support don't have to navigate their way between different parts of the system on their own. Main Responsibilities You will offer clinical guidance, training and leadership to a team that delivers psycho-social interventions to both individuals and groups. You will use your expertise to build on a range of innovative approaches with people who use substances and experience mental health difficulties. In addition to being responsible for the systematic governance of these and other services, you will offer practical advice on trauma-informed evidence-based psycho-social interventions to colleagues as well as local agencies and organisations. Inspiring, developing and coordinating everyone on your team will of course, be a vital part of your role. We will also expect you to have a small caseload of service users with complex needs, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapies. Beyond the operational level, you will contribute to the strategic direction and development of the service as a whole. This will include building strong professional links with other statutory and voluntary service providers and using your expertise to put relevant support and education structures in place. You will also explore ways to continuously improve our services and integrate wider issues - housing, employment and finances, for example - into the overall treatment process. You will be invited to work with our national team of Clinical, Counselling, Forensic Psychologists and Psychotherapist, to develop psychological and psycho-social approaches used across services and to pursue a therapeutic specialism that fits with service needs. The Ideal candidate You will hold a doctorate and have current registration through the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, or be registered with the UKCP, BPC, or BACP as a Psychotherapist. Your experience of leading and supervising clinical staff will ideally be supported by experience of working with substance misuse Service Users. Formal training in supervision, whilst not essential, would be desirable. Excellent communication skills, adaptability and commitment to the Recovery Agenda, will all contribute to you becoming a vital member of our clinical leadership team. About Us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 26 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents SU - Practitioner Psychologist.pdf Apply
Joining our Older Adults (OA) Fareham Team as a qualified Social Worker, you'll be innovative, person-centred and committed to working in a strengths-based way. You'll enjoy working in a team that thrives on supporting each other, sharing experiences and learnings to encourage continuous improvement. We have varied experience and backgrounds across the team, with regular opportunities for training and ongoing development. "We don't leave people to manage alone. We talk, reflect, problem-solve and hold each other up - especially on the tough days." "OA Fareham is a team where you will be supported, valued, welcomed and never left to face challenges alone." - What you'll be doing: Conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs and available support. Managing a complex caseload whilst providing supervision for Case Workers and Senior Case Workers and practice advice on complex cases. Triaging safeguarding referrals and make informed decisions. Building positive and professional relationships. What we're looking for: Social Work qualification and registered with Social Work England (SWE). A sound understanding of how to apply a strengths-based approach. Understanding of social work issues, legal frameworks and social services' statutory duties. Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect. Take a look at our Candidate Pack on our website for more information about the Social Worker role, team and our values. The section 'About you' explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application. Why join us? Make a difference as part of the important work our Older Adults Teams do. Career growth: Opportunities for experienced and newly qualified social workers. Starting salary for NQSWs: £36,369 per annum for first year of employment. Excellent Practice Validation: Progress to a Senior Social Worker role through our Excellent Practice Validation programme. Our Senior Social Workers are paid a market supplement of £3,000 per annum. Professional development: Continuous learning and supportive supervision. Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Newly Qualified Social Worker, Senior Case Worker, Welfare Worker, Social Services, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Joining our Older Adults (OA) Fareham Team as a qualified Social Worker, you'll be innovative, person-centred and committed to working in a strengths-based way. You'll enjoy working in a team that thrives on supporting each other, sharing experiences and learnings to encourage continuous improvement. We have varied experience and backgrounds across the team, with regular opportunities for training and ongoing development. "We don't leave people to manage alone. We talk, reflect, problem-solve and hold each other up - especially on the tough days." "OA Fareham is a team where you will be supported, valued, welcomed and never left to face challenges alone." - What you'll be doing: Conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs and available support. Managing a complex caseload whilst providing supervision for Case Workers and Senior Case Workers and practice advice on complex cases. Triaging safeguarding referrals and make informed decisions. Building positive and professional relationships. What we're looking for: Social Work qualification and registered with Social Work England (SWE). A sound understanding of how to apply a strengths-based approach. Understanding of social work issues, legal frameworks and social services' statutory duties. Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect. Take a look at our Candidate Pack on our website for more information about the Social Worker role, team and our values. The section 'About you' explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application. Why join us? Make a difference as part of the important work our Older Adults Teams do. Career growth: Opportunities for experienced and newly qualified social workers. Starting salary for NQSWs: £36,369 per annum for first year of employment. Excellent Practice Validation: Progress to a Senior Social Worker role through our Excellent Practice Validation programme. Our Senior Social Workers are paid a market supplement of £3,000 per annum. Professional development: Continuous learning and supportive supervision. Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Newly Qualified Social Worker, Senior Case Worker, Welfare Worker, Social Services, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner.
Family First Nursery Group
Cotgrave, Nottinghamshire
Room Leader Position: Full-Time 40 hours per week £13.21 per hour - £27,476.80 per annum Level 3 Practitioner + Recognition Bonus ( Pro Rata) About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Small People , where we care for children from 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With our spacious garden, forest school sessions, and creative hands-on activities, we provide enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow as part of our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development 3month - 1year old children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £750 Welcome Bonus : A warm start to your journey with us £400 Qualification Bonus : For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months! Generous Annual Leave : 20 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Gym Discount: Use of next doors gym Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Small People is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Room Leader Position: Full-Time 40 hours per week £13.21 per hour - £27,476.80 per annum Level 3 Practitioner + Recognition Bonus ( Pro Rata) About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Small People , where we care for children from 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With our spacious garden, forest school sessions, and creative hands-on activities, we provide enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow as part of our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development 3month - 1year old children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with babies under 2 years old A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £750 Welcome Bonus : A warm start to your journey with us £400 Qualification Bonus : For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months! Generous Annual Leave : 20 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Gym Discount: Use of next doors gym Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Small People is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Assistant Coroner - The County of Cheshire Warrington Borough Council is the lead Local Authority supported by Cheshire East, Halton and Cheshire West and Chester. The County of Cheshire Coronial Area is seeking to appoint a new Assistant Coroner to support the Senior and Area Coroner across the full range of Coroner duties in order to deliver a high-quality Coroner service to the people of Cheshire. Successful candidates will be required to attend a mandatory Assistant Coroner Induction training course on 1-2 December 2026 and a follow up course in June 2027 (date to be confirmed). About the post: Warrington Borough Council is looking for an exceptional candidate with excellent proven organisational, management and efficiency skills, as well as experience of exercising sound judgement and communicating effectively. You will work closely with the Senior Coroner and Area Coroner to ensure the running of an efficient Coroner service that puts the bereaved at the heart of its service. You will be required to demonstrate knowledge and experience of Coroner law and have experience in conducting investigations and an understanding of court procedure. You will also need to demonstrate the excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal with sensitive situations. The successful candidate will be required to carry out the duties and responsibilities of a Coroner as defined in the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 and associated rules and regulations and as further described in various guidance issued by the Chief Coroner. Assistant Coroners are required to sit a minimum of 20 days a year. These are fee paid positions although they are likely to involve a regular commitment, which is to be agreed between the Assistant Coroner, Senior Coroner and the local authority. Who can apply: The successful candidate will be a barrister or a solicitor or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives and satisfy the judicial-appointment eligibility condition which means they will have 5 years of experience whilst holding that qualification. They will be under the age of 75 and be subject to the appointment and eligibility conditions within the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 (s.23 and Schedule 3). Statutory terms of the appointment: Once a Coroner is appointed, they are then a Judicial Office holder until they reach the age of 75 years (compulsory retirement age) unless they choose to resign or are removed by the Lord Chief Justice or Lord Chancellor prior to their 75th birthday. How to apply: The candidate pack is available to download from the right hand panel of this advert. Suitably qualified applicants are requested to complete the application form and provide a copy of their CV. Completed applications, along with your CV, should be returned via email to the Recruitment team at Warrington Borough Council. If you wish to have an informal discussion or arrange a visit, please contact Claire O'Flaherty, Business Support Manager, via email. Job details Fee paid, £516.00 per day (Pay award pending) Cheshire Coroner's Service, Museum St, Cheshire, Warrington, WA1 1JX.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Assistant Coroner - The County of Cheshire Warrington Borough Council is the lead Local Authority supported by Cheshire East, Halton and Cheshire West and Chester. The County of Cheshire Coronial Area is seeking to appoint a new Assistant Coroner to support the Senior and Area Coroner across the full range of Coroner duties in order to deliver a high-quality Coroner service to the people of Cheshire. Successful candidates will be required to attend a mandatory Assistant Coroner Induction training course on 1-2 December 2026 and a follow up course in June 2027 (date to be confirmed). About the post: Warrington Borough Council is looking for an exceptional candidate with excellent proven organisational, management and efficiency skills, as well as experience of exercising sound judgement and communicating effectively. You will work closely with the Senior Coroner and Area Coroner to ensure the running of an efficient Coroner service that puts the bereaved at the heart of its service. You will be required to demonstrate knowledge and experience of Coroner law and have experience in conducting investigations and an understanding of court procedure. You will also need to demonstrate the excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal with sensitive situations. The successful candidate will be required to carry out the duties and responsibilities of a Coroner as defined in the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 and associated rules and regulations and as further described in various guidance issued by the Chief Coroner. Assistant Coroners are required to sit a minimum of 20 days a year. These are fee paid positions although they are likely to involve a regular commitment, which is to be agreed between the Assistant Coroner, Senior Coroner and the local authority. Who can apply: The successful candidate will be a barrister or a solicitor or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives and satisfy the judicial-appointment eligibility condition which means they will have 5 years of experience whilst holding that qualification. They will be under the age of 75 and be subject to the appointment and eligibility conditions within the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 (s.23 and Schedule 3). Statutory terms of the appointment: Once a Coroner is appointed, they are then a Judicial Office holder until they reach the age of 75 years (compulsory retirement age) unless they choose to resign or are removed by the Lord Chief Justice or Lord Chancellor prior to their 75th birthday. How to apply: The candidate pack is available to download from the right hand panel of this advert. Suitably qualified applicants are requested to complete the application form and provide a copy of their CV. Completed applications, along with your CV, should be returned via email to the Recruitment team at Warrington Borough Council. If you wish to have an informal discussion or arrange a visit, please contact Claire O'Flaherty, Business Support Manager, via email. Job details Fee paid, £516.00 per day (Pay award pending) Cheshire Coroner's Service, Museum St, Cheshire, Warrington, WA1 1JX.
Our client, a well-established organisation within the FMCG sector, is seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to join their finance team based in Huntingdon. The successful candidate will work closely with site leadership to ensure robust financial control, drive performance improvements, and support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts for the site. Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with group accounting policies. Manage balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances. Support the month-end and year-end close processes . Business Partnering Act as a finance partner to site operations , supporting department heads with financial insight. Provide analysis on cost performance, margins, and operational KPIs . Identify opportunities for cost control and operational efficiency . Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the annual budgeting process for the site. Produce regular forecasts and monitor performance against budget. Analyse variances and provide clear commentary to senior management. Operational Finance Monitor inventory, production costs, and waste analysis . Support pricing, margin analysis, and cost improvement initiatives. Work closely with supply chain and production teams to improve financial visibility. Compliance & Audit Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and audit requirements . Support both internal and external audits . Assist with statutory reporting requirements where required. Candidate Profile Qualifications & Experience Qualified ( ACA, ACCA, or CIMA ) Previous experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment preferred. Strong experience producing management accounts and financial analysis. Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills . Ability to partner with non-finance stakeholders and influence decision-making. Excellent communication and presentation skills . Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge. Personal Attributes Proactive and commercially focused. Strong attention to detail with a hands-on approach. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment . What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work within a dynamic FMCG environment . Strong exposure to operational and commercial finance . Flexible working arrangement after probation (4 days on-site / 1 day remote).
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Our client, a well-established organisation within the FMCG sector, is seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to join their finance team based in Huntingdon. The successful candidate will work closely with site leadership to ensure robust financial control, drive performance improvements, and support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts for the site. Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with group accounting policies. Manage balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances. Support the month-end and year-end close processes . Business Partnering Act as a finance partner to site operations , supporting department heads with financial insight. Provide analysis on cost performance, margins, and operational KPIs . Identify opportunities for cost control and operational efficiency . Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the annual budgeting process for the site. Produce regular forecasts and monitor performance against budget. Analyse variances and provide clear commentary to senior management. Operational Finance Monitor inventory, production costs, and waste analysis . Support pricing, margin analysis, and cost improvement initiatives. Work closely with supply chain and production teams to improve financial visibility. Compliance & Audit Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and audit requirements . Support both internal and external audits . Assist with statutory reporting requirements where required. Candidate Profile Qualifications & Experience Qualified ( ACA, ACCA, or CIMA ) Previous experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment preferred. Strong experience producing management accounts and financial analysis. Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills . Ability to partner with non-finance stakeholders and influence decision-making. Excellent communication and presentation skills . Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge. Personal Attributes Proactive and commercially focused. Strong attention to detail with a hands-on approach. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment . What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work within a dynamic FMCG environment . Strong exposure to operational and commercial finance . Flexible working arrangement after probation (4 days on-site / 1 day remote).
.Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality. Now part of the Genuit Groups' Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans. The Role The Chemistry Laboratory Manager is responsible for the daily operational, technical, financial, and people management operations of the chemistry analytical laboratory. The role ensures full compliance with ISO 17025, customer-specific standards, and all relevant regulatory and health and safety requirements, while driving continuous improvement, productivity and service excellence.The post holder will ensure the laboratory operates with operational flexibility, so capacity aligns with incoming sample volumes to maintain high productivity and market leading turnaround times. This will be driven by: Strong people leadership Process and continuous improvement Change management Service delivery excellence Cost control and commercial awareness Responsibilities The post holder operates with a high degree of autonomy within the framework of ISO 17025, UKAS, H&S, and regulatory standards. Responsible for planning workload, prioritising activities, and providing direct line management and technical guidance to the chemistry team. Regular engagement in management meetings, monthly performance and UKAS and customer audits Daily independent decision-making on operational priorities, staff management, non-conformances and customer complaints Represents the laboratory during customer and accreditation audits. Responsible for maintaining and updating analytical methods and SOPs in collaboration with the Quality Manager. Lead all water chemistry analytical operations, including process water, drinking water, wastewater, surface water, and trade effluent. Ensure full compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, UKAS requirements, and relevant regulatory standards Oversee method validation, verification, and uncertainty of measurement and instrument performance Review, authorise, and release analytical results and certificates of analysis. Assist in the review, improvement, and development of new analytical methods that bring business benefits. Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System. Lead internal audits, management reviews and corrective and preventive actions Ensure all customer contractual and regulatory requirements are fully met. Maintain all UKAS accreditations and external approvals. Liaise with statutory bodies, professional organisations, and suppliers. Promote a strong safety culture by applying and enforcing all company H&S policies, COSHH and risk assessments and environmental policies Responsibility for: recruitment, retention, motivation, mentoring, coaching, performance management in line with agreed KPIs Drive a quality-driven service culture. Act as a role model for Genuit Trademark Behaviours Provide technical support to external customers, sales and account management Support the development and optimal use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Champion continuous improvements The Person Degree in Chemistry or related discipline Previous laboratory management experience. Strong working knowledge of ISO 17025. Proven experience in chemistry analysis. Excellent communication skills with confidence when dealing with customers, UKAS, and regulatory bodies. Strong leadership and team motivation ability. Financially and IT literate. Demonstrated ability to work to targets and manage expectations. High attention to detail with a strong understanding of laboratory business processes. Act with integrity, professionalism, and accountability. Maintain an open, honest, and approachable management style. The Benefits 25 days holiday Pension contribution matched up to 8% Life Assurance 3x base salary Private health scheme Genuit sharesave schemeHere at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group's success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
.Alpha Scientific is at the forefront of chemical and microbiological testing, reliably providing organisations with detailed analysis of water and air quality. Now part of the Genuit Groups' Climate Management Solutions (CMS) business unit, Alpha has ambitious growth plans. The Role The Chemistry Laboratory Manager is responsible for the daily operational, technical, financial, and people management operations of the chemistry analytical laboratory. The role ensures full compliance with ISO 17025, customer-specific standards, and all relevant regulatory and health and safety requirements, while driving continuous improvement, productivity and service excellence.The post holder will ensure the laboratory operates with operational flexibility, so capacity aligns with incoming sample volumes to maintain high productivity and market leading turnaround times. This will be driven by: Strong people leadership Process and continuous improvement Change management Service delivery excellence Cost control and commercial awareness Responsibilities The post holder operates with a high degree of autonomy within the framework of ISO 17025, UKAS, H&S, and regulatory standards. Responsible for planning workload, prioritising activities, and providing direct line management and technical guidance to the chemistry team. Regular engagement in management meetings, monthly performance and UKAS and customer audits Daily independent decision-making on operational priorities, staff management, non-conformances and customer complaints Represents the laboratory during customer and accreditation audits. Responsible for maintaining and updating analytical methods and SOPs in collaboration with the Quality Manager. Lead all water chemistry analytical operations, including process water, drinking water, wastewater, surface water, and trade effluent. Ensure full compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, UKAS requirements, and relevant regulatory standards Oversee method validation, verification, and uncertainty of measurement and instrument performance Review, authorise, and release analytical results and certificates of analysis. Assist in the review, improvement, and development of new analytical methods that bring business benefits. Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System. Lead internal audits, management reviews and corrective and preventive actions Ensure all customer contractual and regulatory requirements are fully met. Maintain all UKAS accreditations and external approvals. Liaise with statutory bodies, professional organisations, and suppliers. Promote a strong safety culture by applying and enforcing all company H&S policies, COSHH and risk assessments and environmental policies Responsibility for: recruitment, retention, motivation, mentoring, coaching, performance management in line with agreed KPIs Drive a quality-driven service culture. Act as a role model for Genuit Trademark Behaviours Provide technical support to external customers, sales and account management Support the development and optimal use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Champion continuous improvements The Person Degree in Chemistry or related discipline Previous laboratory management experience. Strong working knowledge of ISO 17025. Proven experience in chemistry analysis. Excellent communication skills with confidence when dealing with customers, UKAS, and regulatory bodies. Strong leadership and team motivation ability. Financially and IT literate. Demonstrated ability to work to targets and manage expectations. High attention to detail with a strong understanding of laboratory business processes. Act with integrity, professionalism, and accountability. Maintain an open, honest, and approachable management style. The Benefits 25 days holiday Pension contribution matched up to 8% Life Assurance 3x base salary Private health scheme Genuit sharesave schemeHere at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group's success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.We are a team of highly skilled and trained scientists who work from purpose-built, UKAS accredited laboratories in Sittingbourne, Slough and Manchester.
Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon Room Leader Full Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,244 per annum Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! At Just Imagine Day Nursery we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team working in the baby room. If you are looking for a workplace with a family feel, somewhere your inner child is encouraged and imagination is utilised, where you're as important as an individual as you are a team player, we want to welcome you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team members. Company Pension Scheme On-Site Parking / Free Parking Room Leader duties: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year' experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon Room Leader Full Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,244 per annum Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! At Just Imagine Day Nursery we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team working in the baby room. If you are looking for a workplace with a family feel, somewhere your inner child is encouraged and imagination is utilised, where you're as important as an individual as you are a team player, we want to welcome you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team members. Company Pension Scheme On-Site Parking / Free Parking Room Leader duties: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year' experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Kents Hill & Monkston Parish Council
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Parish Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer (Executive Officer) Salary: SCP 33-36 (£44,075 - £47,181) Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, with some evening work to support Council meetings and events Location: Kents Hill & Monkston, Milton Keynes (MK10) - home-based initially, with office working once new premises open Lead a growing, community-focused parish at an exciting moment for Kents Hill & Monkston Kents Hill & Monkston is a vibrant and diverse parish of more than 8,000 residents across five neighbourhoods, with strong community identity, extensive green spaces and a growing programme of local services and initiatives. We are proud of the progress made in recent years, strengthening governance, improving transparency and investing in our community assets and we are now entering a new phase of development. With the transfer of community centres on the horizon, a renewed focus on community engagement and the development of a new Council Plan, this is a pivotal moment for the Council. We are looking for a Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer who can provide steady leadership, support councillors with clear professional advice and help shape the next phase for of our ambitions for the parish. What you'll be doing As our senior officer and Proper Officer, you will provide strategic leadership, ensure strong governance and support councillors with well-informed, timely advice. You will oversee the Council's finances, including the budget, precept, reserves, audit and procurement, ensuring public funds are managed responsibly and transparently. You will lead a small, committed team delivering a wide range of services and assets, including 108 allotments, open spaces, community events, parish operations and, in future, community centres. You will also play a key role in strengthening community engagement, building partnerships and ensuring residents' voices shape local priorities. This is a hands-on role with real breadth and influence, combining strategic leadership with practical delivery across governance, finance, operations and community engagement. What we're looking for We are seeking an organised, confident and community-minded leader who can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery. You will bring: Experience leading people, services or projects in a structured or regulated environment Strong financial and budget management skills Confidence working within statutory and governance frameworks Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships Sound judgement, resilience and a solutions-focused approach The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and support councillors effectively Local government experience and CiLCA are preferable but not essential. We will support the right candidate to achieve CiLCA within 18 months. What we offer Kents Hill & Monkston Parish Council offers a supportive, professional and community-focused environment where your leadership will make a visible difference. You will join a dedicated team, work closely with engaged councillors and play a central role in shaping the future of our parish. We offer: A competitive salary Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme Professional development and training, including CiLCA support A varied role with genuine community impact The opportunity to help shape new community facilities and long-term plans To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Kents Hill & Monkston Parish Council, please click apply to receive the full candidate pack and application form. Closing date: 5pm, 22 April 2026 Interviews: 8 May 2026
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Parish Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer (Executive Officer) Salary: SCP 33-36 (£44,075 - £47,181) Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, with some evening work to support Council meetings and events Location: Kents Hill & Monkston, Milton Keynes (MK10) - home-based initially, with office working once new premises open Lead a growing, community-focused parish at an exciting moment for Kents Hill & Monkston Kents Hill & Monkston is a vibrant and diverse parish of more than 8,000 residents across five neighbourhoods, with strong community identity, extensive green spaces and a growing programme of local services and initiatives. We are proud of the progress made in recent years, strengthening governance, improving transparency and investing in our community assets and we are now entering a new phase of development. With the transfer of community centres on the horizon, a renewed focus on community engagement and the development of a new Council Plan, this is a pivotal moment for the Council. We are looking for a Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer who can provide steady leadership, support councillors with clear professional advice and help shape the next phase for of our ambitions for the parish. What you'll be doing As our senior officer and Proper Officer, you will provide strategic leadership, ensure strong governance and support councillors with well-informed, timely advice. You will oversee the Council's finances, including the budget, precept, reserves, audit and procurement, ensuring public funds are managed responsibly and transparently. You will lead a small, committed team delivering a wide range of services and assets, including 108 allotments, open spaces, community events, parish operations and, in future, community centres. You will also play a key role in strengthening community engagement, building partnerships and ensuring residents' voices shape local priorities. This is a hands-on role with real breadth and influence, combining strategic leadership with practical delivery across governance, finance, operations and community engagement. What we're looking for We are seeking an organised, confident and community-minded leader who can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery. You will bring: Experience leading people, services or projects in a structured or regulated environment Strong financial and budget management skills Confidence working within statutory and governance frameworks Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships Sound judgement, resilience and a solutions-focused approach The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and support councillors effectively Local government experience and CiLCA are preferable but not essential. We will support the right candidate to achieve CiLCA within 18 months. What we offer Kents Hill & Monkston Parish Council offers a supportive, professional and community-focused environment where your leadership will make a visible difference. You will join a dedicated team, work closely with engaged councillors and play a central role in shaping the future of our parish. We offer: A competitive salary Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme Professional development and training, including CiLCA support A varied role with genuine community impact The opportunity to help shape new community facilities and long-term plans To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Kents Hill & Monkston Parish Council, please click apply to receive the full candidate pack and application form. Closing date: 5pm, 22 April 2026 Interviews: 8 May 2026
We are looking for a passionate Room Leader / Early Years Room Leader to join the team at our Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Pre School. 16 Myrtle Avenue, Eastcote, HA4 8RZ 40 hours per week Salary - £30,929.60 per annum Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential The Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School is situated on a peaceful, residential street, conveniently located between Ruislip Manor and Eastcote Train Stations. With convenient on-street parking available directly outside, our nursery is easily accessible for both staff and parents. Why Join Us? As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you'll have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles. We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £1000 welcome bonus for all level 3 practitioners Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Company Pension Scheme As a Room Leader with Family first you will be responsible for: Create engaging, age-appropriate learning environments and experiences. Support children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Help staff maintain high-quality learning journals via EyLog. Lead by example with fairness and consistency. Strengthen the key person approach and identify staff training needs. Keep accurate records using EyMan and other systems. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and visitors. Comply with EYFS statutory requirements. As a Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' experience working in Early Years - Essential. Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable. Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable. Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential. Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career where you'll be supported, appreciated and inspired every day. Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a passionate Room Leader / Early Years Room Leader to join the team at our Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Pre School. 16 Myrtle Avenue, Eastcote, HA4 8RZ 40 hours per week Salary - £30,929.60 per annum Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential The Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School is situated on a peaceful, residential street, conveniently located between Ruislip Manor and Eastcote Train Stations. With convenient on-street parking available directly outside, our nursery is easily accessible for both staff and parents. Why Join Us? As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you'll have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles. We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £1000 welcome bonus for all level 3 practitioners Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Company Pension Scheme As a Room Leader with Family first you will be responsible for: Create engaging, age-appropriate learning environments and experiences. Support children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Help staff maintain high-quality learning journals via EyLog. Lead by example with fairness and consistency. Strengthen the key person approach and identify staff training needs. Keep accurate records using EyMan and other systems. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and visitors. Comply with EYFS statutory requirements. As a Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' experience working in Early Years - Essential. Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable. Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable. Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential. Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career where you'll be supported, appreciated and inspired every day. Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Our Business Selwood is the UK s leading pump rental solutions company and part of the Workdry International Group, delivering reliable, tailored pumping solutions to the Water, Environmental and Construction sectors for over 70 years. Our success is built on the strength of our people. Across our nationwide network of branches, we work together with honesty, respect and teamwork sharing ideas, supporting one another and always striving to improve. Safety is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring our people and the communities we work in get home safe every day, while our work helps protect vital resources for future generations. It s an exciting time to join Selwood as we continue to grow. We re committed to investing in our people developing the skills, knowledge and career opportunities that help our teams succeed and build long-term careers with us. About the Role We are looking for a LGV Driver to join our team in Bracknell. You will need to have your Class 2 licence and your HIAB/ALMI qualification. This role has ever changing priorities so the need to be adaptable and flexible is essential to being successful in this role. To enable you to complete all tasks, you will need a good level of fitness, so you are able to safely load and unload your vehicle, this is a requirement at both customer sites and Selwood branches. To carry out this role effectively good communication skills are essential, as you will need to communicate with the hire desk, other colleagues, and our customers to ensure the task at hand is completed to a high standard. As part of the role, you will be involved in a call out rota. Base salary of £42,048, with potential earning up to £51,456. Potential earnings include additional pay such as overtime, call-out payments and other applicable allowances and are to the best of our knowledge based on real world conditions. However, this may vary for individuals depending on the local availability of overtime and personal commitment to working additional hours. Our managers would be happy to explain how overtime and call-outs work during the interview process and address any questions you may have. If you are self-motivated, with a strong work ethic to get the job right first time, ensuring health and safety standards are adhered in everything you do, this is the job for you. Key Responsibilities To have a full understanding of and be fully compliant with the digital Tachograph operation and drivers hours legislation. Maintain an understanding of, and full compliance with the Working Time Directive for mobile workers. Observing all statutory break periods defined under the WTD for mobile workers, setting the tachograph to record all breaks. Driver s hours rules must also be observed and take priority over WTD rules. Ensure all loading and unloading activity is carried out in a safe and efficient manner. All loads are to be positioned and secured safely and correctly to avoid overloading any of the axles and to avoid any possibility of the load moving during transit. This could include manual handling of hoses. Be aware of the dates for the scheduled 6-weekly safety inspection timetable and liaise with the Manager, and garage to help organise booking the vehicle in to have these inspections carried out. Carry out daily maintenance and defect checks of the vehicle in accordance with the Daily Vehicle Defect Check Report and report any defects promptly to the Manager. Continually monitor the vehicle throughout the day for any signs of defects developing, e.g any warning lights illuminating on the dash etc. Qualifications & Experience Full LGV driving licence (no more than 6 points) HIAB/ALMI certificate is required for this role Demonstratable experience in similar industry Over 21 years of age (for insurance purposes)Carry out work in compliance with Department of Transport Regulations and The Highway Code, having regard for personal safety, the safety of the workforce and the general public. What We Can Do For You We understand balancing work and life commitments isn t always easy, that s why we ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life. Competitive salary Eligible for overtime pay (for additional hours and call outs) 25 days holiday (plus length of service increases) + 8 Bank Holidays Holiday buying (up to an additional week) Medical cash plan for yourself reimburse health costs e.g. dentist or optician, access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary Life assurance protection at 3 x salary Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health First Aiders Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 per referral) Support for development and training This role is not open to Agencies - Please no calls or emails - Thank you. EDI Statement Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Our Business Selwood is the UK s leading pump rental solutions company and part of the Workdry International Group, delivering reliable, tailored pumping solutions to the Water, Environmental and Construction sectors for over 70 years. Our success is built on the strength of our people. Across our nationwide network of branches, we work together with honesty, respect and teamwork sharing ideas, supporting one another and always striving to improve. Safety is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring our people and the communities we work in get home safe every day, while our work helps protect vital resources for future generations. It s an exciting time to join Selwood as we continue to grow. We re committed to investing in our people developing the skills, knowledge and career opportunities that help our teams succeed and build long-term careers with us. About the Role We are looking for a LGV Driver to join our team in Bracknell. You will need to have your Class 2 licence and your HIAB/ALMI qualification. This role has ever changing priorities so the need to be adaptable and flexible is essential to being successful in this role. To enable you to complete all tasks, you will need a good level of fitness, so you are able to safely load and unload your vehicle, this is a requirement at both customer sites and Selwood branches. To carry out this role effectively good communication skills are essential, as you will need to communicate with the hire desk, other colleagues, and our customers to ensure the task at hand is completed to a high standard. As part of the role, you will be involved in a call out rota. Base salary of £42,048, with potential earning up to £51,456. Potential earnings include additional pay such as overtime, call-out payments and other applicable allowances and are to the best of our knowledge based on real world conditions. However, this may vary for individuals depending on the local availability of overtime and personal commitment to working additional hours. Our managers would be happy to explain how overtime and call-outs work during the interview process and address any questions you may have. If you are self-motivated, with a strong work ethic to get the job right first time, ensuring health and safety standards are adhered in everything you do, this is the job for you. Key Responsibilities To have a full understanding of and be fully compliant with the digital Tachograph operation and drivers hours legislation. Maintain an understanding of, and full compliance with the Working Time Directive for mobile workers. Observing all statutory break periods defined under the WTD for mobile workers, setting the tachograph to record all breaks. Driver s hours rules must also be observed and take priority over WTD rules. Ensure all loading and unloading activity is carried out in a safe and efficient manner. All loads are to be positioned and secured safely and correctly to avoid overloading any of the axles and to avoid any possibility of the load moving during transit. This could include manual handling of hoses. Be aware of the dates for the scheduled 6-weekly safety inspection timetable and liaise with the Manager, and garage to help organise booking the vehicle in to have these inspections carried out. Carry out daily maintenance and defect checks of the vehicle in accordance with the Daily Vehicle Defect Check Report and report any defects promptly to the Manager. Continually monitor the vehicle throughout the day for any signs of defects developing, e.g any warning lights illuminating on the dash etc. Qualifications & Experience Full LGV driving licence (no more than 6 points) HIAB/ALMI certificate is required for this role Demonstratable experience in similar industry Over 21 years of age (for insurance purposes)Carry out work in compliance with Department of Transport Regulations and The Highway Code, having regard for personal safety, the safety of the workforce and the general public. What We Can Do For You We understand balancing work and life commitments isn t always easy, that s why we ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life. Competitive salary Eligible for overtime pay (for additional hours and call outs) 25 days holiday (plus length of service increases) + 8 Bank Holidays Holiday buying (up to an additional week) Medical cash plan for yourself reimburse health costs e.g. dentist or optician, access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary Life assurance protection at 3 x salary Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health First Aiders Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 per referral) Support for development and training This role is not open to Agencies - Please no calls or emails - Thank you. EDI Statement Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.
A growing accountancy practice in Norwich is seeking an Accounts Assistant Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of accounts. This role involves preparing statutory accounts, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified with hands-on experience in a UK practice, adept in using Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks Online. The role emphasizes technical excellence and strong client-facing skills.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
A growing accountancy practice in Norwich is seeking an Accounts Assistant Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of accounts. This role involves preparing statutory accounts, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified with hands-on experience in a UK practice, adept in using Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks Online. The role emphasizes technical excellence and strong client-facing skills.
NXTGEN are partnering with a growing and supportive accountancy practice where an excellent opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant Manager to join them. This role offers genuine responsibility, client exposure and the chance to play a key role within a collaborative accounts team. As an Accounts Assistant Manager, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of accounts assignments, supporting both clients and junior team members while ensuring work is delivered to a high technical standard and within agreed timeframes. You will manage moderate to large accounts preparation assignments, including the associated tax computations, while acting as a key point of contact for clients. This Accounts Assistant Manager role combines hands on technical work, review responsibilities and team development. Key responsibilities Preparing statutory accounts and accompanying tax computations Clearing more complex queries directly with clients and suggesting practical solutions Reviewing work prepared by junior team members prior to manager sign off Coaching and mentoring junior staff, providing constructive feedback Managing assignment timelines in line with agreed budgets Maintaining strong client relationships through regular communication The successful candidate will be ACA or ACCA part qualified or fully qualified (minimum requirement) with experience gained within a UK accountancy practice. You will have hands on experience preparing statutory accounts and tax computations, strong client facing skills and up to date working knowledge of VAT, including partial exemption. Experience of using Sage, Xero and QuickBooks Online is essential.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
NXTGEN are partnering with a growing and supportive accountancy practice where an excellent opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant Manager to join them. This role offers genuine responsibility, client exposure and the chance to play a key role within a collaborative accounts team. As an Accounts Assistant Manager, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of accounts assignments, supporting both clients and junior team members while ensuring work is delivered to a high technical standard and within agreed timeframes. You will manage moderate to large accounts preparation assignments, including the associated tax computations, while acting as a key point of contact for clients. This Accounts Assistant Manager role combines hands on technical work, review responsibilities and team development. Key responsibilities Preparing statutory accounts and accompanying tax computations Clearing more complex queries directly with clients and suggesting practical solutions Reviewing work prepared by junior team members prior to manager sign off Coaching and mentoring junior staff, providing constructive feedback Managing assignment timelines in line with agreed budgets Maintaining strong client relationships through regular communication The successful candidate will be ACA or ACCA part qualified or fully qualified (minimum requirement) with experience gained within a UK accountancy practice. You will have hands on experience preparing statutory accounts and tax computations, strong client facing skills and up to date working knowledge of VAT, including partial exemption. Experience of using Sage, Xero and QuickBooks Online is essential.
