Company: University College London Role: Chair of the Audit Committee UCL is one of the world's leading universities, recognised for its bold, progressive ethos and its global impact in research, education and innovation. Having celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2026, UCL has entered its third century with a renewed commitment to openness, inclusion and academic ambition. Today, the university operates at significant scale with a turnover of more than £2bn, generating research and teaching of global consequence and shaping public life far beyond London. UCL now seeks an outstanding Chair of the Audit Committee to play a central role in the governance of this remarkable institution. The Chair will lead the Audit Committee in providing clear, authoritative assurance to Council on UCL's arrangements for risk management, internal control, financial integrity and value for money. Working closely with Council, the Provost, senior officers and both internal and external auditors, the Chair will help ensure that UCL remains resilient, well governed and confident in its stewardship of public and institutional resources. Candidates will bring substantial senior experience in audit, risk, finance or accountancy, and a strong understanding of governance within large and complex organisations. They will be adept at scrutinising financial and risk management systems, guiding committee colleagues to well founded conclusions and fostering constructive but rigorous challenge. Exceptional judgement, independence, integrity and the ability to engage credibly with senior academic, professional and external stakeholders are essential. As UCL advances its ambitious vision for the decades ahead, the leadership of the Audit Committee will be crucial to the university's continued strength, transparency and accountability. If you share UCL's values and have the expertise to guide a major global institution through a period of opportunity and complexity, we would be delighted to hear from you. For further information, including details of how to apply, please visit Applications are invited at your earliest convenience and should be received no later than 13 th April 2026.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Company: University College London Role: Chair of the Audit Committee UCL is one of the world's leading universities, recognised for its bold, progressive ethos and its global impact in research, education and innovation. Having celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2026, UCL has entered its third century with a renewed commitment to openness, inclusion and academic ambition. Today, the university operates at significant scale with a turnover of more than £2bn, generating research and teaching of global consequence and shaping public life far beyond London. UCL now seeks an outstanding Chair of the Audit Committee to play a central role in the governance of this remarkable institution. The Chair will lead the Audit Committee in providing clear, authoritative assurance to Council on UCL's arrangements for risk management, internal control, financial integrity and value for money. Working closely with Council, the Provost, senior officers and both internal and external auditors, the Chair will help ensure that UCL remains resilient, well governed and confident in its stewardship of public and institutional resources. Candidates will bring substantial senior experience in audit, risk, finance or accountancy, and a strong understanding of governance within large and complex organisations. They will be adept at scrutinising financial and risk management systems, guiding committee colleagues to well founded conclusions and fostering constructive but rigorous challenge. Exceptional judgement, independence, integrity and the ability to engage credibly with senior academic, professional and external stakeholders are essential. As UCL advances its ambitious vision for the decades ahead, the leadership of the Audit Committee will be crucial to the university's continued strength, transparency and accountability. If you share UCL's values and have the expertise to guide a major global institution through a period of opportunity and complexity, we would be delighted to hear from you. For further information, including details of how to apply, please visit Applications are invited at your earliest convenience and should be received no later than 13 th April 2026.
This role is based full time at our Milton Park office, with an expectation of working on site five days per week. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom This role operates within an office environment that includes an on site electronic testing laboratory, supporting the needs of a rapidly growing semiconductor company. The role will be a busy hands on role requiring the ability to prioritise tasks to meet business requirements. We are looking for someone who is welcoming, professional, and approachable, with a natural ability to bring people together. You will report directly to the Head of HR and work closely with members of the Management Team to ensure the smooth day to day operation of the offices. You will also be responsible for a part time Office Administrator. In this role, you will oversee the daily management of EnSilica's UK facilities. You will provide comprehensive office management support, which includes, though is not limited to, coordinating office management tasks, organising staff travel, overseeing health and safety requirements, and supporting employee engagement initiatives and events. Looking ahead, you will also play a key role in supporting planned expansion projects, including the development of a new electronic testing lab and additional office space within the Milton Park office. Your Responsibilities Facilities / Office Management Milton Park Office Oversee day to day operations of the Milton Park office, serving as the primary point of contact for all facilities, health & safety, maintenance, and office related matters. Manage procurement for office supplies, refreshments, stationery, and facilities contracts. Coordinate external meetings, including room preparation, visitor management, and refreshments. Carry out reception duties: managing the main company phone line, handling deliveries, and processing post. Administer meeting room booking systems. Organise the installation of new lab equipment and assist in planning or creating new office and laboratory spaces as and when required. Approve and record monthly invoices for facilities contracts (cleaning, fire maintenance, etc.). Other UK Offices Oversee day to day operations for Bristol, Cambridge, and Sheffield offices, ensuring they remain safe, functional, and well maintained. Manage relationships with landlords and maintain accurate maintenance records. Approve and log monthly charges associated with these office locations. Health & Safety Serve as Fire Marshal and Appointed Person for the Milton Park office. Conduct monthly health & safety inspections at Milton Park and ensure quarterly checks are completed across all UK offices. Maintain and update COSHH documentation for Milton Park office/lab and Sheffield lab. Oversee fire safety processes, including maintaining risk assessments, emergency evacuation reports, and evacuation logs. Ensure appropriate first aid boxes are available and maintained across all UK offices and labs. Lead office and lab risk assessment activity for all UK office locations. Participate as a member of the Health & Safety Committee, contributing to H&S arrangements, compliance, and documentation. Employee Engagement Organising internal company events, including any staff Christmas and Summer parities. Coordinate staff gifts for notable milestones, such as long service anniversaries, retirements, and personal events (e.g., births). Travel Arrange business travel in accordance with the company's travel and expense policy. Implement process improvements within the company's travel management system. Coordinate approval workflows for all staff travel. Manage relationships with the company's travel agency, taxi providers, and local hotels. Recruitment Deliver ongoing administrative and operational support to the HR team in all recruitment processes. Your Key Skills and Experience 3+ years' experience in office management within a small or medium sized business. Proven track record in office management, administrative leadership, or similar operational roles, with the ability to support organisational objectives effectively. Demonstrated experience in setting up new office and laboratory spaces, including overseeing fit outs and equipment installations. Strong background in facilities management, including maintenance coordination and compliance with health & safety regulations. Highly welcoming, professional, and approachable, with a commitment to excellent front of house service. Exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a proactive 'can do' attitude. Highly organised, adaptable, collaborative, and committed to delivering excellent customer service. Confident user of IT systems and Microsoft 365 applications. Strong ability to prioritise workloads and remain flexible as priorities change. A natural problem solver, able to work independently with drive, initiative, and focus on results. Skilled at engaging and supporting colleagues across diverse teams to achieve shared goals. Results oriented, with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow through. Comfortable with change, demonstrating adaptability and resilience. Willing to take ownership of issues, ensuring they are resolved efficiently with appropriate solutions. Position Specifics This role is office based, with an expectation of being onsite five days per week, while allowing for some flexibility where appropriate. You must have the right to work in the UK. Some occasional travel may be required to other UK offices (Bristol, Cambridge or Sheffield).
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
This role is based full time at our Milton Park office, with an expectation of working on site five days per week. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom This role operates within an office environment that includes an on site electronic testing laboratory, supporting the needs of a rapidly growing semiconductor company. The role will be a busy hands on role requiring the ability to prioritise tasks to meet business requirements. We are looking for someone who is welcoming, professional, and approachable, with a natural ability to bring people together. You will report directly to the Head of HR and work closely with members of the Management Team to ensure the smooth day to day operation of the offices. You will also be responsible for a part time Office Administrator. In this role, you will oversee the daily management of EnSilica's UK facilities. You will provide comprehensive office management support, which includes, though is not limited to, coordinating office management tasks, organising staff travel, overseeing health and safety requirements, and supporting employee engagement initiatives and events. Looking ahead, you will also play a key role in supporting planned expansion projects, including the development of a new electronic testing lab and additional office space within the Milton Park office. Your Responsibilities Facilities / Office Management Milton Park Office Oversee day to day operations of the Milton Park office, serving as the primary point of contact for all facilities, health & safety, maintenance, and office related matters. Manage procurement for office supplies, refreshments, stationery, and facilities contracts. Coordinate external meetings, including room preparation, visitor management, and refreshments. Carry out reception duties: managing the main company phone line, handling deliveries, and processing post. Administer meeting room booking systems. Organise the installation of new lab equipment and assist in planning or creating new office and laboratory spaces as and when required. Approve and record monthly invoices for facilities contracts (cleaning, fire maintenance, etc.). Other UK Offices Oversee day to day operations for Bristol, Cambridge, and Sheffield offices, ensuring they remain safe, functional, and well maintained. Manage relationships with landlords and maintain accurate maintenance records. Approve and log monthly charges associated with these office locations. Health & Safety Serve as Fire Marshal and Appointed Person for the Milton Park office. Conduct monthly health & safety inspections at Milton Park and ensure quarterly checks are completed across all UK offices. Maintain and update COSHH documentation for Milton Park office/lab and Sheffield lab. Oversee fire safety processes, including maintaining risk assessments, emergency evacuation reports, and evacuation logs. Ensure appropriate first aid boxes are available and maintained across all UK offices and labs. Lead office and lab risk assessment activity for all UK office locations. Participate as a member of the Health & Safety Committee, contributing to H&S arrangements, compliance, and documentation. Employee Engagement Organising internal company events, including any staff Christmas and Summer parities. Coordinate staff gifts for notable milestones, such as long service anniversaries, retirements, and personal events (e.g., births). Travel Arrange business travel in accordance with the company's travel and expense policy. Implement process improvements within the company's travel management system. Coordinate approval workflows for all staff travel. Manage relationships with the company's travel agency, taxi providers, and local hotels. Recruitment Deliver ongoing administrative and operational support to the HR team in all recruitment processes. Your Key Skills and Experience 3+ years' experience in office management within a small or medium sized business. Proven track record in office management, administrative leadership, or similar operational roles, with the ability to support organisational objectives effectively. Demonstrated experience in setting up new office and laboratory spaces, including overseeing fit outs and equipment installations. Strong background in facilities management, including maintenance coordination and compliance with health & safety regulations. Highly welcoming, professional, and approachable, with a commitment to excellent front of house service. Exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a proactive 'can do' attitude. Highly organised, adaptable, collaborative, and committed to delivering excellent customer service. Confident user of IT systems and Microsoft 365 applications. Strong ability to prioritise workloads and remain flexible as priorities change. A natural problem solver, able to work independently with drive, initiative, and focus on results. Skilled at engaging and supporting colleagues across diverse teams to achieve shared goals. Results oriented, with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow through. Comfortable with change, demonstrating adaptability and resilience. Willing to take ownership of issues, ensuring they are resolved efficiently with appropriate solutions. Position Specifics This role is office based, with an expectation of being onsite five days per week, while allowing for some flexibility where appropriate. You must have the right to work in the UK. Some occasional travel may be required to other UK offices (Bristol, Cambridge or Sheffield).
Details: Possible base offices: London, Maidenhead and Haydock Hybrid role: AVK office 3 days per week Base salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Note: We're hiring for 2 Talent Specialists roles (one working with our Chief Delivery Officer and the other with our Chief Operations Officer) Role Overview AVK continues to scale rapidly across the UK and Europe, delivering critical infrastructure projects and building capability across new product lines. As we grow, the quality of our hiring and the mobility of our internal talent are central to maintaining both pace and performance. This role blends end-to-end talent acquisition with internal mobility partnership. You'll shape how we attract, assess and hire great people while also partnering with People Partners, L&D and our SLT (senior leadership team) to ensure our internal talent has clear, visible pathways to grow. You'll be both strategic and hands on: building talent pipelines, designing hiring processes, supporting workforce planning, and helping teams make sound people decisions. This role is integral to embedding a data informed, proactive talent function that we're building together. You will be joining a People Team focused on high standards, continuous improvement and a people first experience - both for candidates and employees. Key Objectives Build talent pipelines and hiring processes that scale with AVK's growth. Improve hiring quality through structured interviews, market insight and strong hiring manager alignment. Strengthen internal mobility by identifying pathways, supporting movement, and enabling leaders to make informed decisions. Collaborate closely with People Partners on organisation design, succession planning and team capability. Work with L&D to understand skills gaps, development paths and emerging capability needs. Contribute to a consistent, candidate first experience that reflects AVK's values and ambition. Provide data led insights that influence hiring decisions and workforce planning. Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition Own end-to-end hiring for assigned business areas across the UK & Europe - role scoping, market mapping, sourcing, interviewing and offer management. Partner with hiring managers using a structured intake process to clarify role expectations, selection criteria and value propositions. Design outreach strategies including LinkedIn/Metaview/CV Library sequencing, messaging and market calibration. Build ICP profiles (role success profiles) and conduct TAM (total addressable market) analysis to understand the market and prioritise outreach. Use structured interviews, scorecards and question banks to ensure fairness and consistency across all hiring. Coach hiring managers to improve interviewing capability and candidate experience. Provide insights on market conditions, competitor activity, salary benchmarking and location strategy. Internal Mobility & Talent Flow Work with Hiring Managers and People Partners to identify internal talent, emerging potential, succession risks and development pathways. Develop visibility of internal opportunities, ensuring employees understand how to progress within AVK. Partner with L&D to map skills, identify capability gaps and connect development plans with future hiring needs. Attend calibration sessions and workforce planning discussions to anticipate internal moves before hiring externally. Maintain oversight of internal moves, redeployment options, returner pathways and secondments. Build processes that ensure internal candidates receive meaningful feedback and a consistent experience. People Team Collaboration Work closely with People Partners on organisational changes, headcount planning and team capability. Collaborate with People Ops on systems, ATS workflows, reporting, compliance and process improvements. Connect regularly with L&D to align recruitment with skills frameworks and leadership development. Partner with Culture & Comms to tell compelling stories about life at AVK and amplify our employer brand. Systems, Process & Reporting Own ATS workflow excellence - clean data, consistent templates, accurate reporting. Track key TA metrics: time-to-alignment, pipeline health, TAM coverage, response rates, quality of hire, hiring manager satisfaction. Contribute to the continuous improvement of TA processes, toolkits, scorecards and playbooks. Support the creation of dashboards and reporting packs for SLT or People Leadership. Metrics for success Quality of Hire: HM feedback, performance checkpoints, retention indicators. Time to Alignment: speed and clarity of intake and calibration with hiring managers. TAM & Pipeline Metrics: % of market worked, outreach response rates, quality of shortlists. Internal Mobility Metrics: movement rates, internal candidate experience scores, successful transitions. Candidate Experience: NPS, interview-to-offer experience ratings. Hiring Manager Experience: satisfaction, partnership effectiveness, process clarity. Operational excellence: ATS accuracy, adherence to process, data cleanliness, and reporting consistency. Who This Role Is For You're a relationship driven talent professional who enjoys both the hunt for external talent and the responsibility of nurturing the potential already within the business. You bring: Strong experience in end to end recruitment, ideally in a fast growth, multi site environment. A systems and process mindset - consistent, data-informed, and organised. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Curiosity about market trends, talent behaviours, skills and future capability needs. A coaching orientation: able to elevate hiring managers, challenge assumptions and guide good decisions. A genuine passion for helping people grow - whether external candidates or internal colleagues. What You'll Build and Learn The opportunity to shape a hybrid TA/Internal Mobility model from an early stage. Deep partnership across the People Team, including L&D, People Ops and People Partners. Experience hiring across multiple countries, functions and disciplines. Influence over talent strategy, succession planning and internal pipeline development. A platform to grow into senior Talent and/or People Leadership as the team scales. Private Health Insurance Eligible for Anuual Company Performance Bonus 25 days annual leave + bank hols Birthday Off Pension Plan AVK SEG does not discriminate on the race, colour, religion, sex, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Details: Possible base offices: London, Maidenhead and Haydock Hybrid role: AVK office 3 days per week Base salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Note: We're hiring for 2 Talent Specialists roles (one working with our Chief Delivery Officer and the other with our Chief Operations Officer) Role Overview AVK continues to scale rapidly across the UK and Europe, delivering critical infrastructure projects and building capability across new product lines. As we grow, the quality of our hiring and the mobility of our internal talent are central to maintaining both pace and performance. This role blends end-to-end talent acquisition with internal mobility partnership. You'll shape how we attract, assess and hire great people while also partnering with People Partners, L&D and our SLT (senior leadership team) to ensure our internal talent has clear, visible pathways to grow. You'll be both strategic and hands on: building talent pipelines, designing hiring processes, supporting workforce planning, and helping teams make sound people decisions. This role is integral to embedding a data informed, proactive talent function that we're building together. You will be joining a People Team focused on high standards, continuous improvement and a people first experience - both for candidates and employees. Key Objectives Build talent pipelines and hiring processes that scale with AVK's growth. Improve hiring quality through structured interviews, market insight and strong hiring manager alignment. Strengthen internal mobility by identifying pathways, supporting movement, and enabling leaders to make informed decisions. Collaborate closely with People Partners on organisation design, succession planning and team capability. Work with L&D to understand skills gaps, development paths and emerging capability needs. Contribute to a consistent, candidate first experience that reflects AVK's values and ambition. Provide data led insights that influence hiring decisions and workforce planning. Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition Own end-to-end hiring for assigned business areas across the UK & Europe - role scoping, market mapping, sourcing, interviewing and offer management. Partner with hiring managers using a structured intake process to clarify role expectations, selection criteria and value propositions. Design outreach strategies including LinkedIn/Metaview/CV Library sequencing, messaging and market calibration. Build ICP profiles (role success profiles) and conduct TAM (total addressable market) analysis to understand the market and prioritise outreach. Use structured interviews, scorecards and question banks to ensure fairness and consistency across all hiring. Coach hiring managers to improve interviewing capability and candidate experience. Provide insights on market conditions, competitor activity, salary benchmarking and location strategy. Internal Mobility & Talent Flow Work with Hiring Managers and People Partners to identify internal talent, emerging potential, succession risks and development pathways. Develop visibility of internal opportunities, ensuring employees understand how to progress within AVK. Partner with L&D to map skills, identify capability gaps and connect development plans with future hiring needs. Attend calibration sessions and workforce planning discussions to anticipate internal moves before hiring externally. Maintain oversight of internal moves, redeployment options, returner pathways and secondments. Build processes that ensure internal candidates receive meaningful feedback and a consistent experience. People Team Collaboration Work closely with People Partners on organisational changes, headcount planning and team capability. Collaborate with People Ops on systems, ATS workflows, reporting, compliance and process improvements. Connect regularly with L&D to align recruitment with skills frameworks and leadership development. Partner with Culture & Comms to tell compelling stories about life at AVK and amplify our employer brand. Systems, Process & Reporting Own ATS workflow excellence - clean data, consistent templates, accurate reporting. Track key TA metrics: time-to-alignment, pipeline health, TAM coverage, response rates, quality of hire, hiring manager satisfaction. Contribute to the continuous improvement of TA processes, toolkits, scorecards and playbooks. Support the creation of dashboards and reporting packs for SLT or People Leadership. Metrics for success Quality of Hire: HM feedback, performance checkpoints, retention indicators. Time to Alignment: speed and clarity of intake and calibration with hiring managers. TAM & Pipeline Metrics: % of market worked, outreach response rates, quality of shortlists. Internal Mobility Metrics: movement rates, internal candidate experience scores, successful transitions. Candidate Experience: NPS, interview-to-offer experience ratings. Hiring Manager Experience: satisfaction, partnership effectiveness, process clarity. Operational excellence: ATS accuracy, adherence to process, data cleanliness, and reporting consistency. Who This Role Is For You're a relationship driven talent professional who enjoys both the hunt for external talent and the responsibility of nurturing the potential already within the business. You bring: Strong experience in end to end recruitment, ideally in a fast growth, multi site environment. A systems and process mindset - consistent, data-informed, and organised. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Curiosity about market trends, talent behaviours, skills and future capability needs. A coaching orientation: able to elevate hiring managers, challenge assumptions and guide good decisions. A genuine passion for helping people grow - whether external candidates or internal colleagues. What You'll Build and Learn The opportunity to shape a hybrid TA/Internal Mobility model from an early stage. Deep partnership across the People Team, including L&D, People Ops and People Partners. Experience hiring across multiple countries, functions and disciplines. Influence over talent strategy, succession planning and internal pipeline development. A platform to grow into senior Talent and/or People Leadership as the team scales. Private Health Insurance Eligible for Anuual Company Performance Bonus 25 days annual leave + bank hols Birthday Off Pension Plan AVK SEG does not discriminate on the race, colour, religion, sex, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
Hertfordshire Community Trust are looking for an excellent team player to act as a first point of contact for the Children and Young Peoples Therapies Service to provide comprehensive and confidential administrative support. The post holder will demonstrate excellent communication skills and collaborate with teammates to achieve service key performance targets. You will be the first point of contact for families and clinicians, helping to ensure our Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy services run smoothly. You will be based in Welwyn Garden City at the Trust Head Office. We would love to hear from you. The core working hours are 8.30am to 4.30pm, and we welcome applications from administrators who can work 37.5 hours per week over 5 days. In return, we can offer: Friendly and caring team environment Lively and fast moving work place We will provide full training in NHS systems and processes You will have opportunities to develop and progress within NHS administration. One of the best pension schemes in the UK Minimum 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Eye Care vouchers NHS Discounts Employee Assistance Scheme NHS Car Lease Scheme (for substantive staff) Main duties of the job To be successful in this role, you will need: A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Excellent telephone manner Ability to prioritise your workload and react positively under pressure Sound organisational skills Ability to work both in a team environment and autonomously Training provided on all systems/projects A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010) About us A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities Our staff are proud to be Innovative, Caring and Agile in their work to help achieve the Trust vision We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible. Apply now! Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font, colour, background, convert to Read Aloud. You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you. Job responsibilities The post holder will liaise with other administrators and clinicians to provide administrative support. This will include timely management of correspondence, dealing with telephone calls, booking and scheduling appointments. We are a fast paced innovative administration team supporting the wider teams with a variety of projects. We are a forward thinking team and utilise digital initiatives. The role will include: Providing clinical administrative, booking and waiting list management to support the services delivered. Managing own administrative workload with the ability to prioritise the clinical team administration needs to ensure that the team provides a high standard of patient care,ensuring that services meet Key Performance targets. Support the day-to-day running of the clinical administration office and to act as a point of contact for team administrator queries and professionals. Please see full job description attached Person Specification Qualifications and Training NVQ level 3 in Business & Administration or working at equivalent experience GCSE English and Maths or equivalent Excellent keyboard skills / use of Microsoft Office Experience & Knowledge Previous experience of working in a busy office environment Good written and oral communication skills to converse and correspond with a range of service users. Previous work in Health or Education environment Experience of communicating with speech impaired clients. Skills & Abilities Advanced IT skills and knowledge of computer office software, e.g. Microsoft Office Ability to assimilate and record complex information. Ability to learn specific internal IT programmes e.g. SystmOne. Previous NHS or public sector experience. Other Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010) Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £24,937 to £26,598 a yearper annum HCA Fringe allowance 5%
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Hertfordshire Community Trust are looking for an excellent team player to act as a first point of contact for the Children and Young Peoples Therapies Service to provide comprehensive and confidential administrative support. The post holder will demonstrate excellent communication skills and collaborate with teammates to achieve service key performance targets. You will be the first point of contact for families and clinicians, helping to ensure our Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy services run smoothly. You will be based in Welwyn Garden City at the Trust Head Office. We would love to hear from you. The core working hours are 8.30am to 4.30pm, and we welcome applications from administrators who can work 37.5 hours per week over 5 days. In return, we can offer: Friendly and caring team environment Lively and fast moving work place We will provide full training in NHS systems and processes You will have opportunities to develop and progress within NHS administration. One of the best pension schemes in the UK Minimum 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Eye Care vouchers NHS Discounts Employee Assistance Scheme NHS Car Lease Scheme (for substantive staff) Main duties of the job To be successful in this role, you will need: A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Excellent telephone manner Ability to prioritise your workload and react positively under pressure Sound organisational skills Ability to work both in a team environment and autonomously Training provided on all systems/projects A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010) About us A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities Our staff are proud to be Innovative, Caring and Agile in their work to help achieve the Trust vision We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible. Apply now! Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font, colour, background, convert to Read Aloud. You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you. Job responsibilities The post holder will liaise with other administrators and clinicians to provide administrative support. This will include timely management of correspondence, dealing with telephone calls, booking and scheduling appointments. We are a fast paced innovative administration team supporting the wider teams with a variety of projects. We are a forward thinking team and utilise digital initiatives. The role will include: Providing clinical administrative, booking and waiting list management to support the services delivered. Managing own administrative workload with the ability to prioritise the clinical team administration needs to ensure that the team provides a high standard of patient care,ensuring that services meet Key Performance targets. Support the day-to-day running of the clinical administration office and to act as a point of contact for team administrator queries and professionals. Please see full job description attached Person Specification Qualifications and Training NVQ level 3 in Business & Administration or working at equivalent experience GCSE English and Maths or equivalent Excellent keyboard skills / use of Microsoft Office Experience & Knowledge Previous experience of working in a busy office environment Good written and oral communication skills to converse and correspond with a range of service users. Previous work in Health or Education environment Experience of communicating with speech impaired clients. Skills & Abilities Advanced IT skills and knowledge of computer office software, e.g. Microsoft Office Ability to assimilate and record complex information. Ability to learn specific internal IT programmes e.g. SystmOne. Previous NHS or public sector experience. Other Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010) Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £24,937 to £26,598 a yearper annum HCA Fringe allowance 5%
Salary £27,000, depending on experience and qualifications Some of our other fantastic benefits Generous pension scheme- up to 12% contribution from Nestle 12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement Although this is a full-time opportunity, please speak to us about what flexibility means to you as we are always open to discuss individual's flexible working. Here at Nestlé we have a fantastic opportunity for a focused individual to join the Finance team as a Sales Finance Executive to own and manage the Claims & Deductions End-To-End including post flight accruals management and resolving invalid claims. Working in collaboration with the Account Managers and Sales Controlling, you'll be accountable to ensure that all claims and deductions are managed effectively and efficiently to hit KPIs with no risk to the P&L, pricing issues are resolved and root causes are identified and addressed and to provide clear action on all post flight trade accruals to ensure a smooth book close. We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity. We proudly signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter, are committed to Disability Confidence, and have been recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for gender equality for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are a headline partner of Diversity and Inclusion in grocery. Your impact This opportunity will provide timely and accurate financial information to the sales teams, the key responsibilities will include: Ensuring effective review & management of promotional deductions/claims, as well as effective management of trade accruals. This includes promotional reconciliation and aged accrual management. Responsible for accurate & compliant settlement of customer invoices and identifying root cause of an invalid deduction and/or price claims to drive right first time Leading the Book Close meetings with the Account Manager to ensure all post flight accruals, risks and opportunities are discussed and understood. Your ingredients for success As the successful candidate you will be an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual, who has the initiative to provide insight into the overall customer number, to pro-actively identify any issues or risks and work collaboratively with Sales and Sales Controlling. Good communication skills are important to enable financial information to be understood across the team. A strong team player is essential as well as: Strong numerical and analytical competencies with a good attention to detail Having excellent systems knowledge including advanced Excel functionality (look-ups & pivot tables) and ideally possessing SAP experience What you need to know We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don't delay in submitting your application. At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect and we believe that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment allows everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovative thinking. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, parents, carers and members of the LGBT+ community. Please let us know if we can provide accommodations to ensure your full participation in the application process.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Salary £27,000, depending on experience and qualifications Some of our other fantastic benefits Generous pension scheme- up to 12% contribution from Nestle 12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement Although this is a full-time opportunity, please speak to us about what flexibility means to you as we are always open to discuss individual's flexible working. Here at Nestlé we have a fantastic opportunity for a focused individual to join the Finance team as a Sales Finance Executive to own and manage the Claims & Deductions End-To-End including post flight accruals management and resolving invalid claims. Working in collaboration with the Account Managers and Sales Controlling, you'll be accountable to ensure that all claims and deductions are managed effectively and efficiently to hit KPIs with no risk to the P&L, pricing issues are resolved and root causes are identified and addressed and to provide clear action on all post flight trade accruals to ensure a smooth book close. We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity. We proudly signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter, are committed to Disability Confidence, and have been recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for gender equality for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are a headline partner of Diversity and Inclusion in grocery. Your impact This opportunity will provide timely and accurate financial information to the sales teams, the key responsibilities will include: Ensuring effective review & management of promotional deductions/claims, as well as effective management of trade accruals. This includes promotional reconciliation and aged accrual management. Responsible for accurate & compliant settlement of customer invoices and identifying root cause of an invalid deduction and/or price claims to drive right first time Leading the Book Close meetings with the Account Manager to ensure all post flight accruals, risks and opportunities are discussed and understood. Your ingredients for success As the successful candidate you will be an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual, who has the initiative to provide insight into the overall customer number, to pro-actively identify any issues or risks and work collaboratively with Sales and Sales Controlling. Good communication skills are important to enable financial information to be understood across the team. A strong team player is essential as well as: Strong numerical and analytical competencies with a good attention to detail Having excellent systems knowledge including advanced Excel functionality (look-ups & pivot tables) and ideally possessing SAP experience What you need to know We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don't delay in submitting your application. At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect and we believe that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment allows everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovative thinking. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, parents, carers and members of the LGBT+ community. Please let us know if we can provide accommodations to ensure your full participation in the application process.
The Head of Commercial - Grocery will lead the strategy, growth, and profitability of the grocery channel for the company's own label ambient product portfolio. This role is accountable for strengthening existing customer partnerships, driving new business opportunities, securing new retail listings, and delivering best-in-class execution across the UK retail landscape. The role also leads a high-performing account team to achieve revenue, margin, and distribution targets. Key Responsibilities Commercial Strategy & Growth Execute the commercial strategy for own label ambient products within the grocery channel. Own the annual operating plan including revenue and margin. Drive new business development, identifying and converting retailer opportunities for new own label ambient product ranges. Identify category expansion opportunities and emerging trends within ambient grocery. Customer Leadership Act as senior commercial lead for major retailers. Lead the negotiation and launch of new own label briefs, renewals, and long-term partnerships. Build influential senior relationships with buying, category, and technical teams. Drive joint business planning aligned to retailer strategies and the needs of the ambient category. Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach, and develop a team of Account Managers including the NPD team. Create a culture of accountability, commercial rigour, and high performance. Financial & Performance Management Own the grocery P&L for ambient own label products. Manage and optimise trade investment, cost prices, and margin delivery. Work closely with Commercial Director to maintain accurate forecasts and strong service levels. Category, Insight & Product Development Use category data to build compelling arguments for ambient range development and optimisation. Shape promotional plans, packaging changes, and innovation pipelines aligned to retailer expectations. Operational Excellence Ensure robust account plans and accurate reporting against KPIs. Manage the critical path for own label development. Lead negotiation of annual terms, cost price discussions, and promotional frameworks. Skills & Experience Required Essential Strong experience managing UK grocery retailers within an FMCG environment. Proven track record working with own label products, ideally within ambient categories. Experience driving new business wins, securing listings, and responding to retailer briefs/Tenders/RFQs. Strong commercial acumen with experience owning large P&Ls. Excellent negotiation skills and ability to influence at senior levels. Strong understanding of category management and retailer data systems. Experience in fast-paced, growth-focused businesses. Behaviours & Leadership Attributes Strategic, commercial, and analytically strong. Confident and credible communicator with excellent relationship-building skills. Highly accountable, proactive, and results-oriented. Empathetic and inspiring leader who develops and supports a high-performing team. Collaborative and skilled at cross-functional working. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
The Head of Commercial - Grocery will lead the strategy, growth, and profitability of the grocery channel for the company's own label ambient product portfolio. This role is accountable for strengthening existing customer partnerships, driving new business opportunities, securing new retail listings, and delivering best-in-class execution across the UK retail landscape. The role also leads a high-performing account team to achieve revenue, margin, and distribution targets. Key Responsibilities Commercial Strategy & Growth Execute the commercial strategy for own label ambient products within the grocery channel. Own the annual operating plan including revenue and margin. Drive new business development, identifying and converting retailer opportunities for new own label ambient product ranges. Identify category expansion opportunities and emerging trends within ambient grocery. Customer Leadership Act as senior commercial lead for major retailers. Lead the negotiation and launch of new own label briefs, renewals, and long-term partnerships. Build influential senior relationships with buying, category, and technical teams. Drive joint business planning aligned to retailer strategies and the needs of the ambient category. Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach, and develop a team of Account Managers including the NPD team. Create a culture of accountability, commercial rigour, and high performance. Financial & Performance Management Own the grocery P&L for ambient own label products. Manage and optimise trade investment, cost prices, and margin delivery. Work closely with Commercial Director to maintain accurate forecasts and strong service levels. Category, Insight & Product Development Use category data to build compelling arguments for ambient range development and optimisation. Shape promotional plans, packaging changes, and innovation pipelines aligned to retailer expectations. Operational Excellence Ensure robust account plans and accurate reporting against KPIs. Manage the critical path for own label development. Lead negotiation of annual terms, cost price discussions, and promotional frameworks. Skills & Experience Required Essential Strong experience managing UK grocery retailers within an FMCG environment. Proven track record working with own label products, ideally within ambient categories. Experience driving new business wins, securing listings, and responding to retailer briefs/Tenders/RFQs. Strong commercial acumen with experience owning large P&Ls. Excellent negotiation skills and ability to influence at senior levels. Strong understanding of category management and retailer data systems. Experience in fast-paced, growth-focused businesses. Behaviours & Leadership Attributes Strategic, commercial, and analytically strong. Confident and credible communicator with excellent relationship-building skills. Highly accountable, proactive, and results-oriented. Empathetic and inspiring leader who develops and supports a high-performing team. Collaborative and skilled at cross-functional working. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Do you want to work at an ambitious school with bright, well behaved and engaged learners? Are you interested in helping students to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and talented Associate Teacher apprentice to play a key role in shaping our outstanding, multi-faith school. This role would suit an apprentice looking to make their way into teaching or SEN. Nishkam School West London is a flagship school for our Trust, offering all-through provision on an expansive 11- acre green site. Our students are bright, diligent and well mannered. Opportunities like these are few and far between and will interest those with creative minds and high aspirations, seeking to inspire a new generation of children through a virtues-led, multi-faith curriculum. The journey will be one of supporting classes to excellence as the school continues to be one of the top performing schools in the country, which will be immensely rewarding for the right individual. Background: Nishkam School West London is an innovative, state of the art, all-through 4-19 school. Nishkam's outstanding primary phase opened in 2013 and the secondary phase started in September 2018. The school is part of a highly successful Multi-Academy Trust (5 schools, 2 nurseries; 1 vocational college in Kenya). "Pupils are proud to attend this aspirational school. Pupils feel valued as individuals within the school community. The behaviour of pupils is exemplary. Pupils enjoy attending the extensive range of clubs and the well-thought-out experiences, trips, and visits. Leaders ensure that all pupils can fully participate in these activities." "Leaders are relentless in their desire to improve the school. Staff feel that leaders are considerate of their workload and well-being. They are proud to work at this school." "The school has extremely high expectations for pupils' behaviour. These expectations are modelled by all staff consistently. Disruption to pupils' learning across the school is rare because the curriculum and teaching are thoroughly engaging. As a result, pupils consistently strive to succeed." "Pupils are taught to be good citizens through exceptional personal development programmes. Pupils learn the value of making a positive contribution to society. They have very positive attitudes towards people with different backgrounds." Ofsted-January 2024 Our expectations are that you will: believe all pupils can and will achieve highly build an environment through a virtues-led education that encourages compassion, humility, service; and recognises all humanity as one ensure excellence in learning, teaching and achievement in all of your classes within the context of a faith-inspired, virtues-led school nurture a culture that cherishes childhood, stimulates the spirit of adventure and ignites a passion for lifelong learning develop and maintain the support and active involvement of parents in their children's learning build and nurture links within the local community contribute to, and maintain the ethos of the Nishkam culture by drawing on best practice across Nishkam Schools, locally and nationally work in collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team and teachers in both phases at NSWL. We will offer you: a very warm, welcoming and talented team hardworking and dedicated colleagues who are prepared to give selflessly for the benefit of the pupils supportive parents, carers and community a committed and fully involved Governing Body and Board of Directors a state-of-the-art learning environment wide-ranging opportunities for professional development terms and conditions similar to other academies and schools a strong commitment to staff wellbeing. Job Description: Duties and Responsibilities Support for the Teacher: Work with the teacher to maintain an appropriate learning environment Work with the teacher in routine lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons/work plans as appropriate Monitor and evaluate pupils' responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of achievement against pre-determined learning objectives Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required, to the teacher on pupil achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence. Be responsible for keeping and updating routine records as agreed with the teacher, contributing to reviews of systems/records as requested Undertake marking of pupils' work and accurately record achievement/progress Promote positive values, attitudes and good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents/carers as agreed with the teacher within your role/responsibility and participate in feedback sessions/meetings with parents with, or as directed Administer and assess routine tests and invigilate exams/tests Provide general and routine clerical/administrative support e.g. administer coursework, produce worksheets for agreed activities etc. Support for the Curriculum: Implement agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, making appropriate adjustments according to pupil responses/needs Implement local and national learning strategies e.g. literacy, numeracy, KS2, early years and make effective use of opportunities provided by other learning activities to support the development of relevant skills To provide whole class cover either planned or unplanned in the absence of the class teacher. Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils' competence and independence in its use Help pupils to access learning activities through specialist support Prepare and maintain general and specialist equipment and resources in line with agreed plans and strategies. Support for Pupils: To supervise Breakfast Club each morning 7.30-8.20am Use specialist (curricular/learning) skills/training/experience to support pupils. Assist with the development and implementation of IEPs & EHCP provision. Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations Promote good behaviours in the learning environment by delivering agreed strategies and interventions. Ensure early intervention for pupils requiring additional support Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement. Pastoral: To administer First Aid for pupils and staff and keep accurate records of aid given. To be responsible for maintaining First Aid resources. To care for pupils who are unwell and liaise with the parents of these pupils. To administer medication to pupils, as prescribed by the appropriate G.P. To keep records of pupils needing medication and of medication given. To undertake triage at play time and lunchtimes and maintain accident reporting systems. To prepare medical packs for school trips. Make provision for children's health needs in schools & communicate to relevant staff. Oversee, maintain & update healthcare plans and personal evacuation emergency plans. Lead on overseeing and supporting staff with risk assessments for trips. To develop and monitor care plans with students with serious illnesses. To co-ordinate the School's Pastoral Support Programme. To support in managing the highest levels of pupil attainment via improvements in attendance, punctuality and behaviour. To meet with parents, external agencies and others when requested to do so. To work strategically with students and parents to maintain low levels of suspensions from the School. To manage, monitor and evaluate the School detention system. To promote positive attitudes, ambition and endeavour to maintain high expectations of students, parents and staff. To participate in whole school self-evaluation. To supervise students in the absence of a teacher. To actively supervise pupils before school, break, lunch and after school as directed by SLT. To work as directed by SLT to implement interventions with groups of individuals. To manage the compilation of records, information and data and to produce reports for analysis. To accompany groups of students on trips or extra-curricular activities. To help with administrative tasks related to running trips and extra-curricular activities. Any other duties as directed by the Headteacher or a member of the Senior Leadership Trip commensurate with the role.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Do you want to work at an ambitious school with bright, well behaved and engaged learners? Are you interested in helping students to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and talented Associate Teacher apprentice to play a key role in shaping our outstanding, multi-faith school. This role would suit an apprentice looking to make their way into teaching or SEN. Nishkam School West London is a flagship school for our Trust, offering all-through provision on an expansive 11- acre green site. Our students are bright, diligent and well mannered. Opportunities like these are few and far between and will interest those with creative minds and high aspirations, seeking to inspire a new generation of children through a virtues-led, multi-faith curriculum. The journey will be one of supporting classes to excellence as the school continues to be one of the top performing schools in the country, which will be immensely rewarding for the right individual. Background: Nishkam School West London is an innovative, state of the art, all-through 4-19 school. Nishkam's outstanding primary phase opened in 2013 and the secondary phase started in September 2018. The school is part of a highly successful Multi-Academy Trust (5 schools, 2 nurseries; 1 vocational college in Kenya). "Pupils are proud to attend this aspirational school. Pupils feel valued as individuals within the school community. The behaviour of pupils is exemplary. Pupils enjoy attending the extensive range of clubs and the well-thought-out experiences, trips, and visits. Leaders ensure that all pupils can fully participate in these activities." "Leaders are relentless in their desire to improve the school. Staff feel that leaders are considerate of their workload and well-being. They are proud to work at this school." "The school has extremely high expectations for pupils' behaviour. These expectations are modelled by all staff consistently. Disruption to pupils' learning across the school is rare because the curriculum and teaching are thoroughly engaging. As a result, pupils consistently strive to succeed." "Pupils are taught to be good citizens through exceptional personal development programmes. Pupils learn the value of making a positive contribution to society. They have very positive attitudes towards people with different backgrounds." Ofsted-January 2024 Our expectations are that you will: believe all pupils can and will achieve highly build an environment through a virtues-led education that encourages compassion, humility, service; and recognises all humanity as one ensure excellence in learning, teaching and achievement in all of your classes within the context of a faith-inspired, virtues-led school nurture a culture that cherishes childhood, stimulates the spirit of adventure and ignites a passion for lifelong learning develop and maintain the support and active involvement of parents in their children's learning build and nurture links within the local community contribute to, and maintain the ethos of the Nishkam culture by drawing on best practice across Nishkam Schools, locally and nationally work in collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team and teachers in both phases at NSWL. We will offer you: a very warm, welcoming and talented team hardworking and dedicated colleagues who are prepared to give selflessly for the benefit of the pupils supportive parents, carers and community a committed and fully involved Governing Body and Board of Directors a state-of-the-art learning environment wide-ranging opportunities for professional development terms and conditions similar to other academies and schools a strong commitment to staff wellbeing. Job Description: Duties and Responsibilities Support for the Teacher: Work with the teacher to maintain an appropriate learning environment Work with the teacher in routine lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons/work plans as appropriate Monitor and evaluate pupils' responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of achievement against pre-determined learning objectives Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required, to the teacher on pupil achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence. Be responsible for keeping and updating routine records as agreed with the teacher, contributing to reviews of systems/records as requested Undertake marking of pupils' work and accurately record achievement/progress Promote positive values, attitudes and good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents/carers as agreed with the teacher within your role/responsibility and participate in feedback sessions/meetings with parents with, or as directed Administer and assess routine tests and invigilate exams/tests Provide general and routine clerical/administrative support e.g. administer coursework, produce worksheets for agreed activities etc. Support for the Curriculum: Implement agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, making appropriate adjustments according to pupil responses/needs Implement local and national learning strategies e.g. literacy, numeracy, KS2, early years and make effective use of opportunities provided by other learning activities to support the development of relevant skills To provide whole class cover either planned or unplanned in the absence of the class teacher. Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils' competence and independence in its use Help pupils to access learning activities through specialist support Prepare and maintain general and specialist equipment and resources in line with agreed plans and strategies. Support for Pupils: To supervise Breakfast Club each morning 7.30-8.20am Use specialist (curricular/learning) skills/training/experience to support pupils. Assist with the development and implementation of IEPs & EHCP provision. Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations Promote good behaviours in the learning environment by delivering agreed strategies and interventions. Ensure early intervention for pupils requiring additional support Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement. Pastoral: To administer First Aid for pupils and staff and keep accurate records of aid given. To be responsible for maintaining First Aid resources. To care for pupils who are unwell and liaise with the parents of these pupils. To administer medication to pupils, as prescribed by the appropriate G.P. To keep records of pupils needing medication and of medication given. To undertake triage at play time and lunchtimes and maintain accident reporting systems. To prepare medical packs for school trips. Make provision for children's health needs in schools & communicate to relevant staff. Oversee, maintain & update healthcare plans and personal evacuation emergency plans. Lead on overseeing and supporting staff with risk assessments for trips. To develop and monitor care plans with students with serious illnesses. To co-ordinate the School's Pastoral Support Programme. To support in managing the highest levels of pupil attainment via improvements in attendance, punctuality and behaviour. To meet with parents, external agencies and others when requested to do so. To work strategically with students and parents to maintain low levels of suspensions from the School. To manage, monitor and evaluate the School detention system. To promote positive attitudes, ambition and endeavour to maintain high expectations of students, parents and staff. To participate in whole school self-evaluation. To supervise students in the absence of a teacher. To actively supervise pupils before school, break, lunch and after school as directed by SLT. To work as directed by SLT to implement interventions with groups of individuals. To manage the compilation of records, information and data and to produce reports for analysis. To accompany groups of students on trips or extra-curricular activities. To help with administrative tasks related to running trips and extra-curricular activities. Any other duties as directed by the Headteacher or a member of the Senior Leadership Trip commensurate with the role.
Overview PMO Manager - SAP S4 Hana Implementation Programme A dynamic international organisation is looking for an experienced SAP PMO Manager to join their Programme team as they roll out SAP. As the PMO Lead, you will work with key stakeholders across the programme team including Project Managers, Business Process Owners and will be responsible for leading and driving the PMO function within the finance transformation programme. You will create and own the programme portfolio, drive the cadence and tempo for the transformation, coordinating and delivering project updates and reports on project progress, escalating as required. You'll work closely with the Programme Director on change management and programme governance and will bridge the gap between the programme team and wider business. Responsibilities Lead the Project PMO function for the duration of the SAP Deployment and Finance transformation Manage and collaborate with Project Managers within the transformation Track and report on Project Progress across assigned scope and cross-functional teams. Maintain a central RAID Global resource planning for projects/BAU, identify and resolve conflicts and other issues Coordinate collaboration between the central delivery team and local implementation teams Project governance on both a strategic and operational level, and a willingness to get stuck-in and hands-on Drive key stakeholders in the project team towards delivery against scope definitions eg: time/scope/budget, collaborating and escalating as required Interim Contract, 12 months initially with opportunity to extend Location: UK with travel This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PMO Manager to take on an international transformation programme. About us SystemsAccountants is a specialist Headhunter in the area of ERP, EPM and Business Intelligence across Business Sectors. We work in an honest, consultative manner, and welcome your Business Systems Queries, Issues, and requests. For more information on this and related ERP and Digital Finance career opportunities, or to understand how we can support you, please contact Jamie Colwell at SystemsAccountants:
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Overview PMO Manager - SAP S4 Hana Implementation Programme A dynamic international organisation is looking for an experienced SAP PMO Manager to join their Programme team as they roll out SAP. As the PMO Lead, you will work with key stakeholders across the programme team including Project Managers, Business Process Owners and will be responsible for leading and driving the PMO function within the finance transformation programme. You will create and own the programme portfolio, drive the cadence and tempo for the transformation, coordinating and delivering project updates and reports on project progress, escalating as required. You'll work closely with the Programme Director on change management and programme governance and will bridge the gap between the programme team and wider business. Responsibilities Lead the Project PMO function for the duration of the SAP Deployment and Finance transformation Manage and collaborate with Project Managers within the transformation Track and report on Project Progress across assigned scope and cross-functional teams. Maintain a central RAID Global resource planning for projects/BAU, identify and resolve conflicts and other issues Coordinate collaboration between the central delivery team and local implementation teams Project governance on both a strategic and operational level, and a willingness to get stuck-in and hands-on Drive key stakeholders in the project team towards delivery against scope definitions eg: time/scope/budget, collaborating and escalating as required Interim Contract, 12 months initially with opportunity to extend Location: UK with travel This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PMO Manager to take on an international transformation programme. About us SystemsAccountants is a specialist Headhunter in the area of ERP, EPM and Business Intelligence across Business Sectors. We work in an honest, consultative manner, and welcome your Business Systems Queries, Issues, and requests. For more information on this and related ERP and Digital Finance career opportunities, or to understand how we can support you, please contact Jamie Colwell at SystemsAccountants:
Sponsorship: Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. This role in 3 words: Build, Collaborate, Deliver Top 3 qualities for this role: Communication, Delivery Expertise, Amplification Where you'll work: Depending on the needs of your business area, we expect hub based people to be in the office at least once a week, and to go to OVO Connection events in-person. You'll be assigned to the closest one of our three hub offices, Bristol, Glasgow, or London; unless your role requires field-based work. Each hub has accessible spaces to park your laptop, is designed to inspire people, help them connect and bring big ideas to life. Everyone belongs at OVO: At OVO, we are on a mission to solve one of humanity's biggest challenges, the climate crisis. And we know it takes all of us to change the world. That's why we need diverse people from all abilities, gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us. Teamworking for the planet: Everything we do here spins around Plan Zero. So, naturally, the team you'll be joining plays a gigantic role in making that happen. Here's how: As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll own the end-to-end development of complex systems and features that are core to our business. This role in a nutshell: You will lead technical initiatives, make critical design decisions, and mentor engineers to elevate the team's capabilities. Your expertise will be the driving force that ensures we build scalable, high-quality software that pushes our company forward. Your key outcomes will be: Technical Leadership & Architecture: Drive the architectural vision for key features, designing robust, scalable systems and contributing to the technical roadmap to influence the future direction of the product. Engineering Excellence & Quality: Champion best practices by writing clean, efficient code, leading rigorous code reviews, and implementing comprehensive automated testing to ensure high-quality, performant solutions. Mentorship & Team Growth: Lead and mentor other engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration through knowledge sharing, technical discussions, and constructive feedback. Project Execution & Delivery: Translate complex projects into clear, executable tasks within an Agile framework, proactively resolving blockers to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of team commitments. Community & Knowledge Sharing: Actively contribute to the wider engineering community by leading discussions, sharing expertise through documentation and workshops, and driving the exchange of best practices. You'll be successful here at OVO if you Professional Experience: Significant hands-on experience developing software in an agile environment, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality, clean code. Backend & Architecture: Expertise in designing and building scalable microservices-based architectures using languages like Node.js, Python, and TypeScript. Cloud & DevOps: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and modern CI/CD practices. Frontend Development: Proficiency in modern frontend frameworks such as React.js and/or React Native. Leadership & Mentorship: Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence. Collaboration & Problem-Solving: Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to thrive in a high-ownership, collaborative team environment. Let's talk about what's in it for you: We'll pay you between £55,000 and £84,923, depending on your specific skills and experience. We keep our pay ranges broad on purpose to give us, and you, flexibility to match your experience to our zero carbon mission. You'll be eligible for an on-target bonus of 15%. We have one OVO bonus plan that focuses on the collective performance of our people to deliver our Plan Zero goal. We also offer plenty of green benefits and progressive policies to help you feel like you belong at OVO and there's flex pay. We'll give you 9% Flex Pay on top of your salary - 4% of this is auto enrolled into your pension, and the remaining 5% is yours to do what you like with. You can use this to buy from our extensive range of flexible benefits, including our green benefits which we've put at the heart of our offering, add to your pension or even take it as cash. Here's a taster of what's on offer: For starters, you'll get 34 days of holiday (including bank holidays). For your health With benefits like a healthcare cash plan or private medical insurance depending on your career level, critical illness cover, life assurance, health assessments, and more For your wellbeing With gym membership, travel insurance, workplace ISA, will writing services, dental insurance, and more For your lifestyle With extra holiday buying, discount dining, home & tech loans, and supporting your favourite charities with give-as-you-earn donations For your home Get up to £400 towards any OVO Energy plan, plus great discounts on solar, smart thermostats and EV chargers For your commute Nab a great deal on ultra-low emission car leasing , plus our cycle to work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Want to hear about our full range of flexible benefits and progressive people policies? Our People Team can tell you everything you need to know. For your Belonging To find better ways to support our people, we need to listen to each other's experiences and find ways to build a truly inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of this, we have 8 Belonging Networks at OVO. Led by our people, for our people - so when you join OVO, you can play a part - big or small - with any of the Networks. It's up to you. Oh, and one last thing We'd be thrilled if you tick off all our boxes, yet we also believe it's just as important we tick off all of yours. And if you think you have most of what we're looking for but not every single thing, go ahead and hit apply . We'd still love to hear from you! If you have any additional requirements, there's a space to let us know on the application form; we want to make the process as easy and comfortable for you as possible.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Sponsorship: Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. This role in 3 words: Build, Collaborate, Deliver Top 3 qualities for this role: Communication, Delivery Expertise, Amplification Where you'll work: Depending on the needs of your business area, we expect hub based people to be in the office at least once a week, and to go to OVO Connection events in-person. You'll be assigned to the closest one of our three hub offices, Bristol, Glasgow, or London; unless your role requires field-based work. Each hub has accessible spaces to park your laptop, is designed to inspire people, help them connect and bring big ideas to life. Everyone belongs at OVO: At OVO, we are on a mission to solve one of humanity's biggest challenges, the climate crisis. And we know it takes all of us to change the world. That's why we need diverse people from all abilities, gender identities, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, life experiences and backgrounds to join us. Teamworking for the planet: Everything we do here spins around Plan Zero. So, naturally, the team you'll be joining plays a gigantic role in making that happen. Here's how: As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll own the end-to-end development of complex systems and features that are core to our business. This role in a nutshell: You will lead technical initiatives, make critical design decisions, and mentor engineers to elevate the team's capabilities. Your expertise will be the driving force that ensures we build scalable, high-quality software that pushes our company forward. Your key outcomes will be: Technical Leadership & Architecture: Drive the architectural vision for key features, designing robust, scalable systems and contributing to the technical roadmap to influence the future direction of the product. Engineering Excellence & Quality: Champion best practices by writing clean, efficient code, leading rigorous code reviews, and implementing comprehensive automated testing to ensure high-quality, performant solutions. Mentorship & Team Growth: Lead and mentor other engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration through knowledge sharing, technical discussions, and constructive feedback. Project Execution & Delivery: Translate complex projects into clear, executable tasks within an Agile framework, proactively resolving blockers to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of team commitments. Community & Knowledge Sharing: Actively contribute to the wider engineering community by leading discussions, sharing expertise through documentation and workshops, and driving the exchange of best practices. You'll be successful here at OVO if you Professional Experience: Significant hands-on experience developing software in an agile environment, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality, clean code. Backend & Architecture: Expertise in designing and building scalable microservices-based architectures using languages like Node.js, Python, and TypeScript. Cloud & DevOps: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and modern CI/CD practices. Frontend Development: Proficiency in modern frontend frameworks such as React.js and/or React Native. Leadership & Mentorship: Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence. Collaboration & Problem-Solving: Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to thrive in a high-ownership, collaborative team environment. Let's talk about what's in it for you: We'll pay you between £55,000 and £84,923, depending on your specific skills and experience. We keep our pay ranges broad on purpose to give us, and you, flexibility to match your experience to our zero carbon mission. You'll be eligible for an on-target bonus of 15%. We have one OVO bonus plan that focuses on the collective performance of our people to deliver our Plan Zero goal. We also offer plenty of green benefits and progressive policies to help you feel like you belong at OVO and there's flex pay. We'll give you 9% Flex Pay on top of your salary - 4% of this is auto enrolled into your pension, and the remaining 5% is yours to do what you like with. You can use this to buy from our extensive range of flexible benefits, including our green benefits which we've put at the heart of our offering, add to your pension or even take it as cash. Here's a taster of what's on offer: For starters, you'll get 34 days of holiday (including bank holidays). For your health With benefits like a healthcare cash plan or private medical insurance depending on your career level, critical illness cover, life assurance, health assessments, and more For your wellbeing With gym membership, travel insurance, workplace ISA, will writing services, dental insurance, and more For your lifestyle With extra holiday buying, discount dining, home & tech loans, and supporting your favourite charities with give-as-you-earn donations For your home Get up to £400 towards any OVO Energy plan, plus great discounts on solar, smart thermostats and EV chargers For your commute Nab a great deal on ultra-low emission car leasing , plus our cycle to work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Want to hear about our full range of flexible benefits and progressive people policies? Our People Team can tell you everything you need to know. For your Belonging To find better ways to support our people, we need to listen to each other's experiences and find ways to build a truly inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of this, we have 8 Belonging Networks at OVO. Led by our people, for our people - so when you join OVO, you can play a part - big or small - with any of the Networks. It's up to you. Oh, and one last thing We'd be thrilled if you tick off all our boxes, yet we also believe it's just as important we tick off all of yours. And if you think you have most of what we're looking for but not every single thing, go ahead and hit apply . We'd still love to hear from you! If you have any additional requirements, there's a space to let us know on the application form; we want to make the process as easy and comfortable for you as possible.
SHEQ Advisor National role with Some Travel involved (Home Based) Permanent Competitive + Company car / car allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Professional Services are currently recruiting for a SHEQ Advisor to support operations across nationwide sites. This is a home-based role with regular travel required, ideally suited to candidates located within the Birmingham/Central or Leeds regions. This position plays a key role in ensuring Freedom's Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality (SHEQ) standards are consistently applied across a diverse portfolio of projects. The role requires a proactive, self-motivated individual who is comfortable managing their own workload, prioritising site visits, and operating independently in a fast-paced environment. Freedom Professional Services partners with Environmental Land Services, offering a full turnkey solution from survey, inspection through to land consenting, utility services, environmental, ecology, enabling support services, and planned maintenance. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Ensuring company systems and processes are complied with through site inspections and audits across multiple locations Planning and managing your own diary effectively to prioritise site visits and business needs nationwide Monitoring SHEQ compliance across operational activities and escalating significant findings to senior management Promoting and developing a strong, positive Health & Safety culture across all projects Advising and supporting operational teams on all SHEQ matters Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders Leading and supporting accident and incident investigations, ensuring actions are closed out effectively Liaising with the Group SHEQ Team to ensure consistency and best practice across the business Attending and presenting at client SHEQ meetings and forums Monitoring and managing contractor compliance across the region Supporting the ongoing development of the SHEQ Management System and "Safety in Mind" culture What we're looking for : An enthusiastic and committed HSE professional who thrives on delivering high standards, influencing behaviours, and embedding a positive safety culture. NEBOSH General Certificate (essential) Strong working knowledge of CDM regulations Experience working within the construction sector, ideally with exposure to heavy plant and site-based operations Ability to work independently, manage your own diary, and prioritise workload effectively Willingness to travel regularly to sites nationwide and stay away when required Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable: Environmental knowledge NEBOSH Construction Certificate NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 5 IOSH Membership (Chartered or working towards Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive Salari on offer plus Company car / car allowance Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Sick Pay Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
SHEQ Advisor National role with Some Travel involved (Home Based) Permanent Competitive + Company car / car allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Professional Services are currently recruiting for a SHEQ Advisor to support operations across nationwide sites. This is a home-based role with regular travel required, ideally suited to candidates located within the Birmingham/Central or Leeds regions. This position plays a key role in ensuring Freedom's Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality (SHEQ) standards are consistently applied across a diverse portfolio of projects. The role requires a proactive, self-motivated individual who is comfortable managing their own workload, prioritising site visits, and operating independently in a fast-paced environment. Freedom Professional Services partners with Environmental Land Services, offering a full turnkey solution from survey, inspection through to land consenting, utility services, environmental, ecology, enabling support services, and planned maintenance. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Ensuring company systems and processes are complied with through site inspections and audits across multiple locations Planning and managing your own diary effectively to prioritise site visits and business needs nationwide Monitoring SHEQ compliance across operational activities and escalating significant findings to senior management Promoting and developing a strong, positive Health & Safety culture across all projects Advising and supporting operational teams on all SHEQ matters Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders Leading and supporting accident and incident investigations, ensuring actions are closed out effectively Liaising with the Group SHEQ Team to ensure consistency and best practice across the business Attending and presenting at client SHEQ meetings and forums Monitoring and managing contractor compliance across the region Supporting the ongoing development of the SHEQ Management System and "Safety in Mind" culture What we're looking for : An enthusiastic and committed HSE professional who thrives on delivering high standards, influencing behaviours, and embedding a positive safety culture. NEBOSH General Certificate (essential) Strong working knowledge of CDM regulations Experience working within the construction sector, ideally with exposure to heavy plant and site-based operations Ability to work independently, manage your own diary, and prioritise workload effectively Willingness to travel regularly to sites nationwide and stay away when required Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable: Environmental knowledge NEBOSH Construction Certificate NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 5 IOSH Membership (Chartered or working towards Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive Salari on offer plus Company car / car allowance Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Sick Pay Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
My client, a leading international FMCG business, are looking for a technically strong, commercially savvy Projects Finance Manager to join their Head Office in South Manchester. This role offers you the opportunity to work closely with senior finance professionals, supporting both financial reporting and project finance initiatives that drive business growth and optimise processes. You will play a pivotal part in new market entry projects across Europe, Americas, and APAC, ensuring technical finance exploration and implementation are executed seamlessly. The company values collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement, providing a supportive environment where your expertise will be recognised and nurtured. With flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a multinational setting and is eager to contribute to a dynamic team. What you'll do: Lead technical finance exploration and implementation for new market entry projects, covering entity setup, VAT, tax considerations, routes to market, and terms for locations across Europe, Americas, and APAC. Manage direct and indirect tax requirements including Corporation Tax and Payroll taxes internally and externally while supporting UK VAT as needed. Oversee statutory compliance by liaising with third-party support functions to reduce risk exposure; review outputs for fitness of purpose and provide appropriate advice. Own all relationships with external parties related to legal matters, insurance policies, company secretarial duties, ensuring seamless communication and risk mitigation. Supervise outsourced payroll operations including pensions administration, P11d submissions, PSA processes, and HMRC compliance on a monthly basis. Develop optimal cashflow strategies in partnership with Corporate teams; execute treasury management plans while ensuring efficient working capital processes. Assist with audit preparation and statutory reporting requirements by supporting the Financial Controller and Assistant Finance Director; own the internal audit process including policy updates. Act as the subject matter expert for financial controls and process improvements across all functions within the business. Support month-end close procedures by performing balance sheet reconciliations within agreed timeframes for UK, US, and Rest of World entities. Play a key role in finance systems changes or implementations as well as ad hoc finance projects requiring technical expertise. What you bring: Qualified accountant (ACA preferred) with practice training supported by a strong academic background is required for this position. Exceptional financial acumen combined with advanced technical accounting skills covering both direct and indirect taxation responsibilities. 5-10+ years post-qualification experience gained through progressive roles within multinational environments is highly desirable. Experience within FMCG sector is preferable. International expansion experience is essential for this role. Outstanding communication abilities paired with interpersonal skills that enable effective interaction with senior executives and stakeholders globally. Proven track record of providing technical finance support in fast-paced settings while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure. Excellent team player who drives engagement through support and collaboration; able to work cross-functionally across different global locations. Adaptable approach coupled with resilience enables you to implement change efficiently within evolving business contexts. Advanced IT proficiency including strong Excel capabilities as well as familiarity with ERP systems is essential for success in this role. Highly organised individual capable of multitasking effectively while demonstrating meticulous attention to detail throughout all responsibilities. To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please get in touch immediately! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
My client, a leading international FMCG business, are looking for a technically strong, commercially savvy Projects Finance Manager to join their Head Office in South Manchester. This role offers you the opportunity to work closely with senior finance professionals, supporting both financial reporting and project finance initiatives that drive business growth and optimise processes. You will play a pivotal part in new market entry projects across Europe, Americas, and APAC, ensuring technical finance exploration and implementation are executed seamlessly. The company values collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement, providing a supportive environment where your expertise will be recognised and nurtured. With flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a multinational setting and is eager to contribute to a dynamic team. What you'll do: Lead technical finance exploration and implementation for new market entry projects, covering entity setup, VAT, tax considerations, routes to market, and terms for locations across Europe, Americas, and APAC. Manage direct and indirect tax requirements including Corporation Tax and Payroll taxes internally and externally while supporting UK VAT as needed. Oversee statutory compliance by liaising with third-party support functions to reduce risk exposure; review outputs for fitness of purpose and provide appropriate advice. Own all relationships with external parties related to legal matters, insurance policies, company secretarial duties, ensuring seamless communication and risk mitigation. Supervise outsourced payroll operations including pensions administration, P11d submissions, PSA processes, and HMRC compliance on a monthly basis. Develop optimal cashflow strategies in partnership with Corporate teams; execute treasury management plans while ensuring efficient working capital processes. Assist with audit preparation and statutory reporting requirements by supporting the Financial Controller and Assistant Finance Director; own the internal audit process including policy updates. Act as the subject matter expert for financial controls and process improvements across all functions within the business. Support month-end close procedures by performing balance sheet reconciliations within agreed timeframes for UK, US, and Rest of World entities. Play a key role in finance systems changes or implementations as well as ad hoc finance projects requiring technical expertise. What you bring: Qualified accountant (ACA preferred) with practice training supported by a strong academic background is required for this position. Exceptional financial acumen combined with advanced technical accounting skills covering both direct and indirect taxation responsibilities. 5-10+ years post-qualification experience gained through progressive roles within multinational environments is highly desirable. Experience within FMCG sector is preferable. International expansion experience is essential for this role. Outstanding communication abilities paired with interpersonal skills that enable effective interaction with senior executives and stakeholders globally. Proven track record of providing technical finance support in fast-paced settings while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure. Excellent team player who drives engagement through support and collaboration; able to work cross-functionally across different global locations. Adaptable approach coupled with resilience enables you to implement change efficiently within evolving business contexts. Advanced IT proficiency including strong Excel capabilities as well as familiarity with ERP systems is essential for success in this role. Highly organised individual capable of multitasking effectively while demonstrating meticulous attention to detail throughout all responsibilities. To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please get in touch immediately! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Project Manager Scotland - Central, Northern and Highlands Permanent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary An opportunity has opened for a Project Manager, with in our SSE North Scotland business, to lead a number of projects installing and constructing electrical power distribution and transmission systems from 11kV to 132kV in a manner that delivers safe, profitable, timely, high workmanship quality and fit for purpose networks for the customer and which promotes the company in a positive light at all times. The successful candidate will provide the overall management of a number of diverse electrical network projects running concurrently. These may include the installation of ground mounted and structure mounted power system components, cable systems, switchgear, transformers, busbars, relay panels and associated equipment in substations operating at up to 33kv and occasionally 132KV. They will be responsible for the resourcing and management of small and large site teams, liaison with other Freedom Project Managers to secure resource and the interface with our client. Some time will be spent on site in various locations throughout the northern half of Scotland including all islands. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Reporting to the Operations Manager, the project manager will lead multiple project managers and teams and execute duties in a professional manner to build team and customer confidence and thereby contributing to the promotion of Projects Business growth. First line problem solver. Provide the leadership, drive, discipline, and support of the Project Managers and the teams through direction, guidance, advice, support, commitment, effort and dedication as required to direct reports, other team members and customers. To work within all set procedures and to ensure Health and Safety is the most important element in this regard. Undertake the site supervisor role when required, in accordance with the CDM regulations as required - this may include the control of Customer appointed contractors and/or company appointed sub contract labour. Efficiently execute the project management role on a number of projects running concurrently while managing their team of Project Managers. Oversee the tasks and task types allocated to others in a diligent manner in pursuit of effective project delivery. Appraise direct reports regularly in order to develop them, increase skill range, knowledge base and performance in the process. Resource control. Undertake the organisation, control and deployment of materials/equipment/labour resources for upcoming works on a range of projects running concurrently. Good commercial awareness and completion of valuations against a set scope Keep safe and maintain all company property issued, ensure it is routinely PAT or calibration tested and bring to the company's attention any items that are not of a serviceable nature in a timely manner. Production of as built records, test results, updated drawings and reports for projects. What we're looking for : HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering (and / or time served) Good operational knowledge of electrical power distribution systems. Site safety passport and/or experience of working on CDM sites. SSSTS OR SMSTS is desirable, not essential Possession of SSE DNO authorisation to receive and cancel PTW (or alternative equivalent DNO authorisation i.e. SPEN, NPg, UKPN). The candidate must be based within Scotland though geographically that can be anywhere and must be able and prepared to travel within all of Scotland but particularly from Perth and above including all Islands. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Project Manager Scotland - Central, Northern and Highlands Permanent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary An opportunity has opened for a Project Manager, with in our SSE North Scotland business, to lead a number of projects installing and constructing electrical power distribution and transmission systems from 11kV to 132kV in a manner that delivers safe, profitable, timely, high workmanship quality and fit for purpose networks for the customer and which promotes the company in a positive light at all times. The successful candidate will provide the overall management of a number of diverse electrical network projects running concurrently. These may include the installation of ground mounted and structure mounted power system components, cable systems, switchgear, transformers, busbars, relay panels and associated equipment in substations operating at up to 33kv and occasionally 132KV. They will be responsible for the resourcing and management of small and large site teams, liaison with other Freedom Project Managers to secure resource and the interface with our client. Some time will be spent on site in various locations throughout the northern half of Scotland including all islands. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Reporting to the Operations Manager, the project manager will lead multiple project managers and teams and execute duties in a professional manner to build team and customer confidence and thereby contributing to the promotion of Projects Business growth. First line problem solver. Provide the leadership, drive, discipline, and support of the Project Managers and the teams through direction, guidance, advice, support, commitment, effort and dedication as required to direct reports, other team members and customers. To work within all set procedures and to ensure Health and Safety is the most important element in this regard. Undertake the site supervisor role when required, in accordance with the CDM regulations as required - this may include the control of Customer appointed contractors and/or company appointed sub contract labour. Efficiently execute the project management role on a number of projects running concurrently while managing their team of Project Managers. Oversee the tasks and task types allocated to others in a diligent manner in pursuit of effective project delivery. Appraise direct reports regularly in order to develop them, increase skill range, knowledge base and performance in the process. Resource control. Undertake the organisation, control and deployment of materials/equipment/labour resources for upcoming works on a range of projects running concurrently. Good commercial awareness and completion of valuations against a set scope Keep safe and maintain all company property issued, ensure it is routinely PAT or calibration tested and bring to the company's attention any items that are not of a serviceable nature in a timely manner. Production of as built records, test results, updated drawings and reports for projects. What we're looking for : HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering (and / or time served) Good operational knowledge of electrical power distribution systems. Site safety passport and/or experience of working on CDM sites. SSSTS OR SMSTS is desirable, not essential Possession of SSE DNO authorisation to receive and cancel PTW (or alternative equivalent DNO authorisation i.e. SPEN, NPg, UKPN). The candidate must be based within Scotland though geographically that can be anywhere and must be able and prepared to travel within all of Scotland but particularly from Perth and above including all Islands. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mapped Recruitment is delighted to be working with a UK-based organisation that has experienced rapid growth from circa £3m TO £30m over the last 6 years, with a clear trajectory of growth ahead. This is a project-based business that is now looking for a strong No. 2 to their CFO to come in and take ownership of the finance team. This role is well-suited to individuals who are at the Financial Controller level and looking for a position which can push them to Finance Director in the near future, within a growth organisation. Key Responsibilities: Own and lead the finance function end-to-end Manage and develop a small team (2-3 individuals across AP, VAT, and bookkeeping) and one management accountant Oversee the delivery of accurate and timely monthly management accounts on Xer Provide commercial insight across the projects Partner closely with the founder on business performance and growth strategy Improve processes, controls, and reporting as the business scales Oversee cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting Support project costing and profitability analysis Take the lead in the year-end audit with the external auditor Act as the key point of contact for the external CF Ad Hoc Projects: Take initiative to drive and improve finance efficiencies (e.g., systems and reporting) to support business growth Key Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or the equivalent) with hands-on experience in a Controller-level role Experience in SME / growing business environments (project industry experience helpful but not essential) Comfortable operating as a hands-on No.1 in finance with leadership experience Strong commercial awareness and ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Leadership experience with a desire to develop and mentor others Ambitious, resilient, and comfortable in a fast-moving, evolving business High tolerance for change and a proactive, "get stuff done" mindset Strong finance ERP systems experience (Xero), Excel Please note this role is based in Hemel Hempstead and requires individuals who would be happy to commit to a minimum of 3 days a week in the office.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Mapped Recruitment is delighted to be working with a UK-based organisation that has experienced rapid growth from circa £3m TO £30m over the last 6 years, with a clear trajectory of growth ahead. This is a project-based business that is now looking for a strong No. 2 to their CFO to come in and take ownership of the finance team. This role is well-suited to individuals who are at the Financial Controller level and looking for a position which can push them to Finance Director in the near future, within a growth organisation. Key Responsibilities: Own and lead the finance function end-to-end Manage and develop a small team (2-3 individuals across AP, VAT, and bookkeeping) and one management accountant Oversee the delivery of accurate and timely monthly management accounts on Xer Provide commercial insight across the projects Partner closely with the founder on business performance and growth strategy Improve processes, controls, and reporting as the business scales Oversee cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting Support project costing and profitability analysis Take the lead in the year-end audit with the external auditor Act as the key point of contact for the external CF Ad Hoc Projects: Take initiative to drive and improve finance efficiencies (e.g., systems and reporting) to support business growth Key Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or the equivalent) with hands-on experience in a Controller-level role Experience in SME / growing business environments (project industry experience helpful but not essential) Comfortable operating as a hands-on No.1 in finance with leadership experience Strong commercial awareness and ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Leadership experience with a desire to develop and mentor others Ambitious, resilient, and comfortable in a fast-moving, evolving business High tolerance for change and a proactive, "get stuff done" mindset Strong finance ERP systems experience (Xero), Excel Please note this role is based in Hemel Hempstead and requires individuals who would be happy to commit to a minimum of 3 days a week in the office.
Cost Manager London Up to 95,000 We are working with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy based in London who are looking for an experienced Cost Manager with a particular focus on complex facades and external packages to engage on many leading developments in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert advice on facade design, engineering, and construction and cost to ensure the highest standards of performance, aesthetics, and sustainability. Key Responsibilities: Deal with all professionals and persons within the building industry, including clients, Building Managers, architects & designers, contractors, manufacturers etc and attend and lead meetings as required. Produce high quality reports, including Technical Due Diligence reports for property acquisitions, sale or re-financing, PPM etc. Review and prepare budget costs where an instruction requires it and support the team in preparing budget costs for such projects. Prepare fee proposals, check fees sent by other team members and ensure that a Director has reviewed them before issuing to the Client. Support junior team members in carrying out their roles, by sharing the knowledge and providing support during the execution of works. Collaborate with other teams and departments, to be personally involved and encourage others to support the team and the company. Manage time efficiently in respect of all the different workflows, without impact on the delivery of each. Ensure that the Team Leader is informed when there is an impact on processes, delivery or quality of output, provide resolutions to the issues encountered. Person Specification/Requirements Essential: 10+ years hands on experience with a specialist in the fa ade industry. Previous Experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager or Cost Consultant. Knowledge of building construction and fa ade systems. Proven experience in facade design and consulting within a multidisciplinary environment. Job Description: Conversant with all the mainstream fa ade materials with regards to their design, performance and cost Conversant with British, European and other international standards. Conversant with fa ade testing and test procedures. Commercial understanding of fees and budgets Aspirational Work towards acquiring more Expert Witness and legal representations experience. Gradually build a network and contacts to generate and develop new business Possess professional qualification in quantity surveying or commercial management, ideally RICS or CIOB. MSc in Facade Engineering degree also useful but not essential. Regularly consider how to keep ahead of competitors and champion new and innovative business opportunities while keeping the interests of the wider company in mind. Set objectives and roles at an early stage to focus and co-ordinate the team effort.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Cost Manager London Up to 95,000 We are working with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy based in London who are looking for an experienced Cost Manager with a particular focus on complex facades and external packages to engage on many leading developments in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert advice on facade design, engineering, and construction and cost to ensure the highest standards of performance, aesthetics, and sustainability. Key Responsibilities: Deal with all professionals and persons within the building industry, including clients, Building Managers, architects & designers, contractors, manufacturers etc and attend and lead meetings as required. Produce high quality reports, including Technical Due Diligence reports for property acquisitions, sale or re-financing, PPM etc. Review and prepare budget costs where an instruction requires it and support the team in preparing budget costs for such projects. Prepare fee proposals, check fees sent by other team members and ensure that a Director has reviewed them before issuing to the Client. Support junior team members in carrying out their roles, by sharing the knowledge and providing support during the execution of works. Collaborate with other teams and departments, to be personally involved and encourage others to support the team and the company. Manage time efficiently in respect of all the different workflows, without impact on the delivery of each. Ensure that the Team Leader is informed when there is an impact on processes, delivery or quality of output, provide resolutions to the issues encountered. Person Specification/Requirements Essential: 10+ years hands on experience with a specialist in the fa ade industry. Previous Experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager or Cost Consultant. Knowledge of building construction and fa ade systems. Proven experience in facade design and consulting within a multidisciplinary environment. Job Description: Conversant with all the mainstream fa ade materials with regards to their design, performance and cost Conversant with British, European and other international standards. Conversant with fa ade testing and test procedures. Commercial understanding of fees and budgets Aspirational Work towards acquiring more Expert Witness and legal representations experience. Gradually build a network and contacts to generate and develop new business Possess professional qualification in quantity surveying or commercial management, ideally RICS or CIOB. MSc in Facade Engineering degree also useful but not essential. Regularly consider how to keep ahead of competitors and champion new and innovative business opportunities while keeping the interests of the wider company in mind. Set objectives and roles at an early stage to focus and co-ordinate the team effort.
Overview Office Assistant & PA London City Up to £40,000 + 20% discretionary bonus 4 days office / 1 day WFH (Friday) We are partnering with a values driven, highly collaborative Private Equity firm to appoint an experienced Office Assistant & PA to join their London headquarters. This is a broad, hands on role for someone who enjoys being at the heart of a business. You'll act as the first point of contact for the office, support senior Partners with light touch PA duties, and play a key role in shaping office culture and events. The role offers genuine scope to grow and evolve as the firm continues to expand. The role will involve: Overseeing the smooth day to day running of the London office Acting as the main liaison with building management, suppliers and contractors Managing office administration, compliance, supplies, invoices and expenses Providing PA support to three Partners, including diary coordination and travel management Supporting Board meeting preparation and wider stakeholder coordination Playing an active role in office culture, socials and firm wide events We're looking for someone who: Has 3-4 years' experience in an office management, PA or administrative support role Is proactive, organised and confident managing multiple priorities Enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders and representing a firm professionally Thrives in a fast paced, close knit environment Has experience in financial services or private equity (advantageous) Is comfortable using expenses systems (e.g. Concur) Benefits include: private health & travel insurance, strong pension contribution, generous annual leave, wellbeing perks, firmwide offsites and regular socials. Who is recruiting for this role: Indra at C&C Search Please apply online asap for this position, if your experience aligns and sounds like you! For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency. At C&C Search, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to these values is unwavering - across all our work in recruitment, and in our training and development programmes. C&C Search fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging and has a deep commitment to being a part of creating a fairer society through partnering with clients who are also committed to a seat at the table for everybody. We work with companies that are committed to reflecting our communities, where people can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas, better businesses and better societies. There is much to be done, but together we can achieve equality for all.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Overview Office Assistant & PA London City Up to £40,000 + 20% discretionary bonus 4 days office / 1 day WFH (Friday) We are partnering with a values driven, highly collaborative Private Equity firm to appoint an experienced Office Assistant & PA to join their London headquarters. This is a broad, hands on role for someone who enjoys being at the heart of a business. You'll act as the first point of contact for the office, support senior Partners with light touch PA duties, and play a key role in shaping office culture and events. The role offers genuine scope to grow and evolve as the firm continues to expand. The role will involve: Overseeing the smooth day to day running of the London office Acting as the main liaison with building management, suppliers and contractors Managing office administration, compliance, supplies, invoices and expenses Providing PA support to three Partners, including diary coordination and travel management Supporting Board meeting preparation and wider stakeholder coordination Playing an active role in office culture, socials and firm wide events We're looking for someone who: Has 3-4 years' experience in an office management, PA or administrative support role Is proactive, organised and confident managing multiple priorities Enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders and representing a firm professionally Thrives in a fast paced, close knit environment Has experience in financial services or private equity (advantageous) Is comfortable using expenses systems (e.g. Concur) Benefits include: private health & travel insurance, strong pension contribution, generous annual leave, wellbeing perks, firmwide offsites and regular socials. Who is recruiting for this role: Indra at C&C Search Please apply online asap for this position, if your experience aligns and sounds like you! For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency. At C&C Search, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to these values is unwavering - across all our work in recruitment, and in our training and development programmes. C&C Search fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging and has a deep commitment to being a part of creating a fairer society through partnering with clients who are also committed to a seat at the table for everybody. We work with companies that are committed to reflecting our communities, where people can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas, better businesses and better societies. There is much to be done, but together we can achieve equality for all.
Role: Head of Education Location: Blandford Forum Salary: Up to £67,600 DOE per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, 42 working weeks per annum Are you passionate about equality of education? Are you committed to finding creative solutions to broaden experiences, outcomes and improve independence for all students enabling them to fulfil their potential and future career aspirations? If you answered yes, we have an exciting opening for a Head of Education to join us at The Forum School. The successful candidate will play a vital part in maintaining standards at the school and will have the full support of the Senior Leadership Team and from the wider Cambian group to drive further development. You will lead with confidence and conviction, and will be passionate about the power of specialist and bespoke education to transform lives. We are seeking an individual that can demonstrate unwavering determination, relentless optimism and unfailing commitment to raise aspirations for autistic young people. As the Head of Education, you will lead by example and be a source of inspiration, support and guidance to colleagues along with having the highest expectations of every student, in terms of achievement, character and conduct. Most of all, you will possess excellent communication and people management skills to get the best out of a superb team of professionals. The Forum School The Forum School and Residential Home is a 52-week residential and specialist school providing quality therapeutic care and education for young people with Autism, severe learning difficulties and challenging behaviour and complex needs. The children and young people that attend our school range between 7 and 19 years of age. The key strategic responsibilities are: Quality of Education Assessment Staff development including ECT's, unqualified teachers, SCITT trainees. Literacy and numeracy. Curriculum, schemes of learning and lesson planning. Public exams. Person Specification Essential Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Higher degree or evidence of continuous professional study. Clean and current car driving licence. Willingness to complete the NPQH. Senior Leadership experience at Assistant/Deputy Head level in a special or mainstream setting. Thorough understanding of the Education Inspection Framework and National Curriculum at KS3 to 5. Experience of timetabling a curriculum. Experience of working with Governors, Trustees and/or a local advisory board. Knowledge of child and adult safeguarding procedures. Good understanding of the SEND Code of Practice. Understanding of pedagogy, best practice and research-informed teaching and learning strategies for young people with autism. Knowledge and experience of school improvement and change management. Commitment to inclusive education providing opportunity for achievement for all. High level of oral and written communication skills. Capacity to deputise for the Principal when required. Effective and skilled at implementing systematic behaviour management systems with clear boundaries, rewards and praise. Desirable Evidence of leadership CPD at senior level - i.e. NPQSL, NPQH or similar. SEND specific qualifications such as SENCo. DSL training and safer recruitment training. Successful experience of working effectively within specialist education with autistic students. Experience of leading EIF Section 109 and/or inspection of Independent School Standards. Experience working with Local Authorities. Ability to coach, mention and deliver high quality training to ECT, unqualified teachers, instructors and SCITT trainees. Exams Officer/Head of Centre experience. Requirements for an Enhanced DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible due to the nature of these important checks it may extend the processing time. All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Cambian Group employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will be purely based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Role: Head of Education Location: Blandford Forum Salary: Up to £67,600 DOE per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, 42 working weeks per annum Are you passionate about equality of education? Are you committed to finding creative solutions to broaden experiences, outcomes and improve independence for all students enabling them to fulfil their potential and future career aspirations? If you answered yes, we have an exciting opening for a Head of Education to join us at The Forum School. The successful candidate will play a vital part in maintaining standards at the school and will have the full support of the Senior Leadership Team and from the wider Cambian group to drive further development. You will lead with confidence and conviction, and will be passionate about the power of specialist and bespoke education to transform lives. We are seeking an individual that can demonstrate unwavering determination, relentless optimism and unfailing commitment to raise aspirations for autistic young people. As the Head of Education, you will lead by example and be a source of inspiration, support and guidance to colleagues along with having the highest expectations of every student, in terms of achievement, character and conduct. Most of all, you will possess excellent communication and people management skills to get the best out of a superb team of professionals. The Forum School The Forum School and Residential Home is a 52-week residential and specialist school providing quality therapeutic care and education for young people with Autism, severe learning difficulties and challenging behaviour and complex needs. The children and young people that attend our school range between 7 and 19 years of age. The key strategic responsibilities are: Quality of Education Assessment Staff development including ECT's, unqualified teachers, SCITT trainees. Literacy and numeracy. Curriculum, schemes of learning and lesson planning. Public exams. Person Specification Essential Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Higher degree or evidence of continuous professional study. Clean and current car driving licence. Willingness to complete the NPQH. Senior Leadership experience at Assistant/Deputy Head level in a special or mainstream setting. Thorough understanding of the Education Inspection Framework and National Curriculum at KS3 to 5. Experience of timetabling a curriculum. Experience of working with Governors, Trustees and/or a local advisory board. Knowledge of child and adult safeguarding procedures. Good understanding of the SEND Code of Practice. Understanding of pedagogy, best practice and research-informed teaching and learning strategies for young people with autism. Knowledge and experience of school improvement and change management. Commitment to inclusive education providing opportunity for achievement for all. High level of oral and written communication skills. Capacity to deputise for the Principal when required. Effective and skilled at implementing systematic behaviour management systems with clear boundaries, rewards and praise. Desirable Evidence of leadership CPD at senior level - i.e. NPQSL, NPQH or similar. SEND specific qualifications such as SENCo. DSL training and safer recruitment training. Successful experience of working effectively within specialist education with autistic students. Experience of leading EIF Section 109 and/or inspection of Independent School Standards. Experience working with Local Authorities. Ability to coach, mention and deliver high quality training to ECT, unqualified teachers, instructors and SCITT trainees. Exams Officer/Head of Centre experience. Requirements for an Enhanced DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible due to the nature of these important checks it may extend the processing time. All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Cambian Group employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will be purely based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
Finance Director Location: Milton Keynes (Office-Based) Total Package: Up to £120,000 This is a rare chance to step into a number one Finance role within a fast-scaling, ambitious business in Milton Keynes that's scaling rapidly and investing heavily in its future. With strong leadership, clear growth plans, and increasing complexity, the business is now looking for a Finance Director to professionalise, scale, and lead the finance function. You'll be at the heart of the journey, driving performance, improving infrastructure, and helping shape the next phase of growth. Key responsibilities: Taking full ownership of the finance function as the number one in finance Delivering clear, concise, and insightful financial reporting to support decision-making Leading budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning Acting as a commercial partner to the leadership team Driving improvements in financial controls, processes, and governance Leading and executing systems implementations and upgrades to support scale Enhancing MI and reporting capability to provide real-time business insight Managing cashflow, working capital, and financial risk Building, mentoring, and developing a high-performing finance team Key requirements: Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Either: A Financial Controller / Head of Finance ready to step into your first FD role, or An experienced Finance Director with a track record in scale-up or high-growth environments Proven experience driving systems improvements or leading finance system implementations Strong ability to communicate financial information in a clear, concise, and impactful way Commercially minded, with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment If you feel like this opportunity matches your skillset then please apply and contact me on -
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Finance Director Location: Milton Keynes (Office-Based) Total Package: Up to £120,000 This is a rare chance to step into a number one Finance role within a fast-scaling, ambitious business in Milton Keynes that's scaling rapidly and investing heavily in its future. With strong leadership, clear growth plans, and increasing complexity, the business is now looking for a Finance Director to professionalise, scale, and lead the finance function. You'll be at the heart of the journey, driving performance, improving infrastructure, and helping shape the next phase of growth. Key responsibilities: Taking full ownership of the finance function as the number one in finance Delivering clear, concise, and insightful financial reporting to support decision-making Leading budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning Acting as a commercial partner to the leadership team Driving improvements in financial controls, processes, and governance Leading and executing systems implementations and upgrades to support scale Enhancing MI and reporting capability to provide real-time business insight Managing cashflow, working capital, and financial risk Building, mentoring, and developing a high-performing finance team Key requirements: Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Either: A Financial Controller / Head of Finance ready to step into your first FD role, or An experienced Finance Director with a track record in scale-up or high-growth environments Proven experience driving systems improvements or leading finance system implementations Strong ability to communicate financial information in a clear, concise, and impactful way Commercially minded, with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment If you feel like this opportunity matches your skillset then please apply and contact me on -
Product Cost Controller page is loaded Product Cost Controllerremote type: On-Sitelocations: Belfasttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: May 29, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: RLocation: Belfast, United KingdomTogether we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Primary Purpose and key responsibilities of the Role: Thales is a leading force both in the UK and globally, operating in several markets - aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space.Integrated Airspace-protection Systems (IAS) operates primarily within the defence market delivering equipment & services, but also has a presence in the space market building satellite propulsion systems. The IAS business is predominantly based in Belfast and Templecombe. The product cost control team are based in the main manufacturing site in Castlereagh Belfast, however the successful candidate must be interchangeable with Belfast City Quays site and able to travel to other UK sites as required.Thales IAS UK is now searching for a talented leader to join the team as the Product Cost Controller. As such, you will be responsible for shaping and providing accurate finances across a portfolio of products. The role is broad and will be a challenging & rewarding opportunity where your contribution will have a real impact on the success of the business as a whole.As the Product Cost Controller, you will be central to the strategic financial leadership of product costing and budgeting, ensuring the product costs are accurately accounted for and optimally managed. You will lead a high-performing product account team, collaborate extensively across industry, programmes, finance, engineering functions, and embed financial rigor and innovation to drive programme profitability and compliance with SSRO and necessary commercial regulations. Main responsibilities: Spearhead the strategic management of product cost accounting frameworks aligned with Thales' objectives. Drive efficiency and enable value-added financial analytics by streamlining costing processes, enhancing reporting capabilities tailored for the IAS product portfolios. Lead & mentor the product accounting team, including Product Cost Specialists and Analysts, fostering technical excellence and awareness of defence sector financial compliance. Oversee the accurate delivery, analysis, and review of product Unit Product Costs (UPC) and monthly product cost portfolio accounts, ensuring financial integrity & rigour. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Product Manager's, Project Managers, Industry Managers, and the wider IAS Finance function to support integrated business planning and programme cost management. Ensure timely preparation and rigorous validation of contract estimates, oversee Strategic Business Plans, Multi-Year Budgets, rolling forecasts completed by product cost specialists, providing critical input to support defence programme investment and risk assessment. Ensure visibility & compliance with SSRO (Single Source Regulations Office) reporting and related defence financial governance requirements, proactively identifying risks and implementing controls to safeguard programme integrity. Lead continual advancement in product costing methodologies and digital transformation initiatives by leveraging Oracle ERP, business intelligence portals, and bespoke defence financial reporting tools. Providing executive management with accurate and comprehensive financial information to guide effective policy making and financial strategizing. Ensure full adherence to UK GAAP, IFRS's, Chorus 2.0, MOD contracting standards, and internal control policies; escalate governance issues and financial risk concerns to senior finance leadership. Provide expert financial guidance to project controls and programme management teams to optimize defence project delivery and audit readiness. Champion improvements in data quality and accounting practices to enhance forecasting accuracy and strategic decision making. Act as a strategic financial business partner and trusted advisor to senior management, delivering insightful business cases and cost analyses that inform critical defence investment and operational decisions. Foster a culture of compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement within the finance team, aligned with Thales' commitment to excellence and learning company.Skills and ExperienceEssential You must be highly motivated, with a proven track record of shaping the direction of a manufacturing business. You must have excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders across the business. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload to meet agreed deadlines You must have five years' relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, operating at a leadership level. You must have a strong knowledge of ERP systems (ideally Oracle), proven ability to transform & adapt effectively in a timely manner. You must be a fully qualified Accountant (e.g. via CIMA, ACA, ACCA, ICAI, etc.) or qualified by experience. In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now!
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Product Cost Controller page is loaded Product Cost Controllerremote type: On-Sitelocations: Belfasttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: May 29, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: RLocation: Belfast, United KingdomTogether we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Primary Purpose and key responsibilities of the Role: Thales is a leading force both in the UK and globally, operating in several markets - aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space.Integrated Airspace-protection Systems (IAS) operates primarily within the defence market delivering equipment & services, but also has a presence in the space market building satellite propulsion systems. The IAS business is predominantly based in Belfast and Templecombe. The product cost control team are based in the main manufacturing site in Castlereagh Belfast, however the successful candidate must be interchangeable with Belfast City Quays site and able to travel to other UK sites as required.Thales IAS UK is now searching for a talented leader to join the team as the Product Cost Controller. As such, you will be responsible for shaping and providing accurate finances across a portfolio of products. The role is broad and will be a challenging & rewarding opportunity where your contribution will have a real impact on the success of the business as a whole.As the Product Cost Controller, you will be central to the strategic financial leadership of product costing and budgeting, ensuring the product costs are accurately accounted for and optimally managed. You will lead a high-performing product account team, collaborate extensively across industry, programmes, finance, engineering functions, and embed financial rigor and innovation to drive programme profitability and compliance with SSRO and necessary commercial regulations. Main responsibilities: Spearhead the strategic management of product cost accounting frameworks aligned with Thales' objectives. Drive efficiency and enable value-added financial analytics by streamlining costing processes, enhancing reporting capabilities tailored for the IAS product portfolios. Lead & mentor the product accounting team, including Product Cost Specialists and Analysts, fostering technical excellence and awareness of defence sector financial compliance. Oversee the accurate delivery, analysis, and review of product Unit Product Costs (UPC) and monthly product cost portfolio accounts, ensuring financial integrity & rigour. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Product Manager's, Project Managers, Industry Managers, and the wider IAS Finance function to support integrated business planning and programme cost management. Ensure timely preparation and rigorous validation of contract estimates, oversee Strategic Business Plans, Multi-Year Budgets, rolling forecasts completed by product cost specialists, providing critical input to support defence programme investment and risk assessment. Ensure visibility & compliance with SSRO (Single Source Regulations Office) reporting and related defence financial governance requirements, proactively identifying risks and implementing controls to safeguard programme integrity. Lead continual advancement in product costing methodologies and digital transformation initiatives by leveraging Oracle ERP, business intelligence portals, and bespoke defence financial reporting tools. Providing executive management with accurate and comprehensive financial information to guide effective policy making and financial strategizing. Ensure full adherence to UK GAAP, IFRS's, Chorus 2.0, MOD contracting standards, and internal control policies; escalate governance issues and financial risk concerns to senior finance leadership. Provide expert financial guidance to project controls and programme management teams to optimize defence project delivery and audit readiness. Champion improvements in data quality and accounting practices to enhance forecasting accuracy and strategic decision making. Act as a strategic financial business partner and trusted advisor to senior management, delivering insightful business cases and cost analyses that inform critical defence investment and operational decisions. Foster a culture of compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement within the finance team, aligned with Thales' commitment to excellence and learning company.Skills and ExperienceEssential You must be highly motivated, with a proven track record of shaping the direction of a manufacturing business. You must have excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders across the business. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload to meet agreed deadlines You must have five years' relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, operating at a leadership level. You must have a strong knowledge of ERP systems (ideally Oracle), proven ability to transform & adapt effectively in a timely manner. You must be a fully qualified Accountant (e.g. via CIMA, ACA, ACCA, ICAI, etc.) or qualified by experience. In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment,if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.Great journeys start here, apply now!
Description To maintain, repair and ensure the safe operation of all plumbing systems across the resort. The Resort Plumber supports the delivery of a safe, compliant and high-quality environment for guests and team members by carrying out planned and reactive plumbing maintenance across accommodation, leisure facilities, entertainment venues, and back-of-house operations click apply for full job details
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Description To maintain, repair and ensure the safe operation of all plumbing systems across the resort. The Resort Plumber supports the delivery of a safe, compliant and high-quality environment for guests and team members by carrying out planned and reactive plumbing maintenance across accommodation, leisure facilities, entertainment venues, and back-of-house operations click apply for full job details
Credit Control Manager Finance / London or Manchester / Hybrid Salary range: £45K - £51K Work where work matters. We are a global technology group built for what's next, offering high calibre professionals the platform for high stakes work, the kind of work that defines an entire career. When you join us, you're not just taking on projects, you're solving problems that don't even have answers yet. You will join an exclusive roster of talent that global leaders, including Google, Snap, Diageo, PayPal, and Jaguar Land Rover call when deadlines seem impossible, when others have already tried and failed, and when the solution absolutely has to work. Forget routine consultancy. You will operate where technology, design, and human behaviour meet to deliver tangible outcomes, fast. This is work that leaves a mark, work you'll be proud to tell your friends about. We are looking for a Credit Control Manager to oversee the credit control function, manage complex escalations, improve processes, and drive performance across the team. The role includes managing their own ledger, forecasting upcoming payments, and ensuring strong financial controls. The primary objective is to reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) through proactive credit management, better processes, and effective coaching of Credit Controllers. We look for people who embody: Innovation to solve the hardest problems. Accountability for every result. Integrity always. Role Responsibilities Manage and develop the Credit Control team, providing coaching, support, and performance feedback. Ensure all ledgers have an assigned Credit Controller with appropriate oversight. Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, including complex or high-risk accounts. Ensure all escalations are acted upon promptly, including direct customer contact when required. Actively pursue overdue debt and ensure the legal referral process is followed correctly - avoiding legal escalation through proactive management. Reconcile customer accounts and monitor key issues affecting payment. Raise and approve customer invoices in line with business rules. Process and allocate payments, ensuring full accuracy and visibility. Oversee credit checking for new accounts and review credit limits, addressing risk proactively. Ensure setup of new direct debits and reinstatement of cancelled mandates. Manage and monitor unallocated cash, ensuring prompt allocation. Forecast upcoming customer payments and report on expected cashflow. Prepare and deliver performance updates to the Head of Finance Operations (HOFO). Look for process improvement opportunities, drive efficiency, and promote a culture of continuous improvement. Work cross-functionally to reduce internally generated credit notes and billing errors. Ensure all Credit Control processes and procedures are fully documented and kept up to date. Essential Experience: Confident in communicating with customers, including senior stakeholders. Comfortable learning new systems and optimising workflows. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Clear and influential communication skills. Resilience and confidence leading challenging conversations. Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight timescales. Proven ability to make clear, sound decisions under pressure.Hib> KPI-driven mindset with a focus on reducing DSO and improving efficiency. Experience in credit control with some exposure to coaching/supporting others (desirable for senior role). We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally. Here's how we invest in you: Compensation and Financial Wellbeing Competitive base salary. Matching pension scheme (up to 5%) from day one. Discretionary company bonus scheme. 4 x annual salary Death in Service coverage from day one. Employee referral scheme. Tech Scheme. Health and Wellness Private medical insurance from day one. Optical and dental cash back scheme. app: access to remote GPs, second opinions, mental health support, and physiotherapy. EAP service. Cycle to Work scheme. Work-Life Balance and Growth 36 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). An extra paid day off for your birthday. Ten paid learning days per year. Flexible working hours. Market-leading parental leave. Sabbatical leave (after five years). Work from anywhere (up to 3 weeks per year). Industry-recognised training and certifications. Bonusly employee recognition and rewards platform. Clear opportunities for career development. Length of Service Awards. Regular company events.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Credit Control Manager Finance / London or Manchester / Hybrid Salary range: £45K - £51K Work where work matters. We are a global technology group built for what's next, offering high calibre professionals the platform for high stakes work, the kind of work that defines an entire career. When you join us, you're not just taking on projects, you're solving problems that don't even have answers yet. You will join an exclusive roster of talent that global leaders, including Google, Snap, Diageo, PayPal, and Jaguar Land Rover call when deadlines seem impossible, when others have already tried and failed, and when the solution absolutely has to work. Forget routine consultancy. You will operate where technology, design, and human behaviour meet to deliver tangible outcomes, fast. This is work that leaves a mark, work you'll be proud to tell your friends about. We are looking for a Credit Control Manager to oversee the credit control function, manage complex escalations, improve processes, and drive performance across the team. The role includes managing their own ledger, forecasting upcoming payments, and ensuring strong financial controls. The primary objective is to reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) through proactive credit management, better processes, and effective coaching of Credit Controllers. We look for people who embody: Innovation to solve the hardest problems. Accountability for every result. Integrity always. Role Responsibilities Manage and develop the Credit Control team, providing coaching, support, and performance feedback. Ensure all ledgers have an assigned Credit Controller with appropriate oversight. Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, including complex or high-risk accounts. Ensure all escalations are acted upon promptly, including direct customer contact when required. Actively pursue overdue debt and ensure the legal referral process is followed correctly - avoiding legal escalation through proactive management. Reconcile customer accounts and monitor key issues affecting payment. Raise and approve customer invoices in line with business rules. Process and allocate payments, ensuring full accuracy and visibility. Oversee credit checking for new accounts and review credit limits, addressing risk proactively. Ensure setup of new direct debits and reinstatement of cancelled mandates. Manage and monitor unallocated cash, ensuring prompt allocation. Forecast upcoming customer payments and report on expected cashflow. Prepare and deliver performance updates to the Head of Finance Operations (HOFO). Look for process improvement opportunities, drive efficiency, and promote a culture of continuous improvement. Work cross-functionally to reduce internally generated credit notes and billing errors. Ensure all Credit Control processes and procedures are fully documented and kept up to date. Essential Experience: Confident in communicating with customers, including senior stakeholders. Comfortable learning new systems and optimising workflows. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Clear and influential communication skills. Resilience and confidence leading challenging conversations. Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight timescales. Proven ability to make clear, sound decisions under pressure.Hib> KPI-driven mindset with a focus on reducing DSO and improving efficiency. Experience in credit control with some exposure to coaching/supporting others (desirable for senior role). We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally. Here's how we invest in you: Compensation and Financial Wellbeing Competitive base salary. Matching pension scheme (up to 5%) from day one. Discretionary company bonus scheme. 4 x annual salary Death in Service coverage from day one. Employee referral scheme. Tech Scheme. Health and Wellness Private medical insurance from day one. Optical and dental cash back scheme. app: access to remote GPs, second opinions, mental health support, and physiotherapy. EAP service. Cycle to Work scheme. Work-Life Balance and Growth 36 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). An extra paid day off for your birthday. Ten paid learning days per year. Flexible working hours. Market-leading parental leave. Sabbatical leave (after five years). Work from anywhere (up to 3 weeks per year). Industry-recognised training and certifications. Bonusly employee recognition and rewards platform. Clear opportunities for career development. Length of Service Awards. Regular company events.
