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ABOUT GROWTH GrowTH is a non-denominational Christian charity in Tower Hamlets, partnering with local churches to support homeless people through shelter, resettlement and housing. We provide practical care, community and pathways to independence, while offering guests the opportunity to encounter God's love and explore the Christian faith if they wish. We are looking for a self-motivated Advocate Worker who is passionate about getting alongside our guests, advocating on their behalf and helping them access more permanent accommodation and the support they need. OVERVIEW OF JOB ROLE 1. Assisting a rolling caseload of guests to secure more permanent housing. 2. Supporting the safe and effective running of the emergency night shelter. 3. Ensuring guests have the opportunity to explore the Christian faith, if they wish. 4. Participating in the wider work of GrowTH. DUTIES OF JOB ROLE 1. Advocacy and resettlement support Supporting an agreed rolling caseload of homeless men and women to secure more permanent housing, with caseload size reviewed with the line manager. Welcoming new guests to the shelter and ensuring they understand the rules and structure. Supporting guests from a wide variety of backgrounds, working sensitively with their individual needs and circumstances. Meeting with guests to understand why they are homeless and what obstacles to resettlement exist. Producing and regularly reviewing a personalised resettlement plan with each guest. This may include acquiring identification, applying for benefits, opening bank accounts, applying for housing, liaising with the council and other housing providers, and accessing specialist immigration and legal advice. Assisting guests in accessing other support services as needed, including mental health and substance misuse support. Advocating on guests' behalf and thinking creatively to overcome resettlement obstacles. Maintaining accurate, up-to-date case records and recording progress against agreed plans. Developing and maintaining a working knowledge of the benefits system. 2. Supporting the safe and effective running of the night shelter Managing relationships with local referral agencies and taking daily referrals for the shelter. Managing referrals and risk assessments of homeless men and women. Liaising with lead volunteers for the safe and smooth running of the night shelter. Monitoring the running of the shelter to ensure the values and policies of GrowTH are maintained. Providing telephone-only on-call cover for night shelter volunteers, responding appropriately to incidents or disruption and escalating concerns in line with GrowTH procedures. 3. Ensuring guests have the opportunity to explore the Christian faith Praying daily for the guests in the night shelter. Sensitively and appropriately initiating conversations about faith and spiritual needs with guests, respecting each person's wishes and beliefs. Encouraging volunteers to be open about their faith, and managing introductory Christianity courses and Bible studies. Assisting guests who wish to do so in accessing local church communities, including Sunday services. 4. Safe practice and contributing to GrowTH Reporting safeguarding concerns and incidents promptly, following GrowTH's policies and escalation procedures. Maintaining confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries in all work with guests. Assisting with the smooth running of the GrowTH homelessness Hub. As part of a small charity, assisting with other reasonable or ad hoc tasks, as needed. ROLE REQUIREMENTS Flexibility with working hours, including occasional early shifts as set out above. Participation in the night shelter on-call rota, covering evenings and throughout the night. This is telephone-only cover and does not require attendance at the shelter. Overnight calls will only be made in an absolute emergency requiring immediate staff input. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential criteria Personal faith and values A committed member of a local church. An understanding and practice of evangelical Christian belief, with a lifestyle and conduct compatible with those beliefs. Experience of sensitively sharing faith with marginalised adults. An understanding of Jesus' compassion for those without home, hope and help. Faith that God can transform, heal and save any person, regardless of their current situation. A passion to see cycles of homelessness broken. Skills Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen, get alongside and motivate guests and local church volunteers. Administrative and organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands. Good written and oral communication skills. Competent computer and internet user, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Personal requirements An understanding of what it means to be an advocate: working passionately to further the cause of another. Ability to take initiative and work unsupervised at times. Ability to think creatively and solve problems. Flexibility, patience and the ability to remain calm in difficult circumstances. Punctuality and reliability. Ability to treat all guests with equal dignity and allocate support fairly according to their needs and circumstances. Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries. Desirable criteria Experience of interacting with and supporting marginalised adults. Experience of managing or leading volunteers in the Church.

Social Worker - Hospital Pathway Team Employer Sutton Council Location(s) Sutton Workplace Type Hybrid Working Contract Type Permanent Working Hours Full Time Grade 8 Hours Per Week 36 Salary Range £42,060 - £50,085 (£52,194 unconsolidated maximum) Salary Basis Per annum Leave Entitlement 28 days Application Deadline 04/10/2026, 23:55 Anticipated Interview Date(s) TBC About the Borough The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes. Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the "Ambitious for Sutton" corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world's leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living. The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the 'Ambitious for Sutton' corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family. About the Role and our Ideal Candidate Adult Social Care as a Social Worker and receive a Welcome Bonus of £1000 paid in your first month's salary or a Retention Bonus of £1000 paid for every complete year in service ( subject to pay scale within the grade). We've got an exciting opportunity for you as a Social Worker in Adult Social Care. Our mission is to empower adults to live independently as possible, and we need your expertise to make it happen. This role will challenge you in a dynamic and diverse environment, helping you expand your skills and knowledge in the practice of social care. As a Social Worker working within the Hospital Pathways Team, you will conduct assessments, manage complex cases, and provide high standards of care. Our teams are renowned for its ability to craft outstanding care plans that prioritise the needs and voices of service users, integrating input from various professionals, families/carers, and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved. Our teams are renowned for its ability to craft outstanding care plans that prioritise the needs and voices of service users, integrating input from various professionals, families/carers, and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with outstanding communication skills and a compassionate manner capable of effectively managing high levels of emotional distress. We encourage applications from candidates with experience in adult care and those passionate about delivering person-centred care. You'll join a welcoming, supportive, and energetic team dedicated to providing first class supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities. In addition, we would expect the following from all suitable candidates: Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England and eligibility to work in the UK. 2 years post qualifying experience working in adult services, assessing and supporting individuals with diverse needs and successful completion of their ASYE. Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 as well as social work theories. Strong assessment, outcome focussed care planning, and risk management skills. Ability to communicate complex social issues clearly to both patients and professionals. Ability to plan and coordinate social care plans and aspects of patient discharge. For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Keyur Patel, Team Manager Hospital Pathways on About Us Adult Social Care is undergoing a significant transformation to address the rising demand for our services. We're implementing wide-ranging changes to improve care for adults and create positive working environments for our staff. We have new leaders and experienced managers who bring innovative ideas to the service and are driving meaningful changes throughout your service delivery. Our goal is to deliver exceptional care that enhances outcomes for our community whilst providing an inclusive, diverse and stable environment for staff to grow their career. Hospital Pathway And Reablement (Start) Service Staff within our hospital team work closely with NHS colleagues to facilitate safe, timely discharge. Their priority is to enable people to return to their own homes, utilising reablement and other services to enable them regain independence. For more information on our new operating model and teams . Our Offer To You As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include: A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-32 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave Two volunteering days per year Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role) Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks Learning and development portal offering a range of courses Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres Interest free season ticket loans Local Government Pension Scheme Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme Electric vehicle leasing scheme Confidential health & wellbeing and counselling support Application Process We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities. However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward. Additional Information We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups. To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract. The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis. Important Information - Criminal Records . click apply for full job details

Start up 1m sq ft. facility based in Coventry Opportunity to drive real change and transformation within a rapidly growing business. EA First have exclusively partnered with a Global 3PL provider in their search for a General Manager within their start up facility in Coventry. The business has experienced significant growth over the last few years and continue to attract blue-chip customers along the way. Fantastic opportunity to join a business that is looking to embrace change and new technology as well as driving cultural transformation across the network. Report to the Operations Director, you'll use your skills and experience as a General Manager to support the wider business to lead the operational team to ensure 'best in class' operational performance whilst supporting with the delivery of continuous improvement initiatives. Lead a management team of 8 x direct reports across warehousing, inventory and H&S as well as an in-directs team of 400 - 500. Providing leadership, motivation and career development to the site management team, ensuring that they achieve excellence on a day-to-day basis. Proactive in driving a continuous improvement culture; seeking out and driving improvement initiatives to ensure growth is managed successfully whilst maintaining challenging targets. Developing productive and effective relationships with key customer stakeholders to ensure we are able to deliver the customer's growth and longer term plans. Lead the CI & Site Transformation agenda ensuring the continuous improvement of all site operations. Identify new opportunities to pursue within scope of existing site operations through process optimisation, layout redesigns and systems implementations Promote a culture of continuous improvement in order to improve both colleague and customer satisfaction A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain background. A minimum of 7+ years 3PL Contract Logistics experience at General Manager or Site Manager level. Previous contract logistics experience within 3PL, Retail, Technology or e-Commerce is essential. Experience on managing budgets up to £15m pa. Experience of project managing and leading a start up operation would be a distinct advantage. You will be confident and able to build rapport, develop relationships with customers both internal and external. You will be able to recognise opportunities and synergies to enhance the relationship with the customer and be able to maintain and develop business growth opportunities. You must have the energy, determination and commitment to operate in an environment where regular customer contact and scrutiny is the norm and the highest level of customer service is non-negotiable. Have managed in excess of 400+ employees indirectly. You should be able to demonstrate skills in the delivery of continuous improvement initiatives using lean processes. IOSH and NEBOSH qualifications. Experience of Six Sigma / Prince2 methodologies would be advantageous. Must be commutable to and from Coventry. £90,000 - £100,000 Car or car allowance 15% Bonus Additional benefits EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.

Salary Basis Per annum Leave Entitlement 28 days Application Deadline 04/10/2026, 23:55 Anticipated Interview Date(s) TBC About the Borough The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes. Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the "Ambitious for Sutton" corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world's leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living. The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the 'Ambitious for Sutton' corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family. About the Role and our Ideal Candidate Adult Social Care as a Social Worker and receive a Welcome Bonus of £1000 paid in your first month's salary or a Retention Bonus of £1000 paid for every complete year in service ( subject to pay scale within the grade). We've got an exciting opportunity for you as a Social Worker in Adult Social Care. Our mission is to empower adults to live independently as possible, and we need your expertise to make it happen. This role will challenge you in a dynamic and diverse environment, helping you expand your skills and knowledge in the practice of soc ial care. As a Social Worker working within the Hospital Pathways Team, you will conduct assessments, manage complex cases, and provide high standards of care. Our teams are renowned for its ability to craft outstanding care plans that prioritise the needs and voices of service users, integrating input from various professionals, families/carers, and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved. Our Ideal Candidate This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with outstanding communication skills and a compassionate manner capable of effectively managing high levels of emotional distress. We encourage applications from candidates with experience in adult care and those passionate about delivering person-centred care. You'll join a welcoming, supportive, and energetic team dedicated to providing first class supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities. In addition, we would expect the following from all suitable candidates: Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England and eligibility to work in the UK. 2 years post qualifying experience working in adult services, assessing and supporting individuals with diverse needs and successful completion of their ASYE. Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 as well as social work theories. Strong assessment, outcome focussed care planning, and risk management skills. Ability to communicate complex social issues clearly to both patients and professionals. Ability to plan and coordinate social care plans and aspects of patient discharge. For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Keyur Patel, Team Manager Hospital Pathways on About Us Adult Social Care is undergoing a significant transformation to address the rising demand for our services. We're implementing wide-ranging changes to improve care for adults and create positive working environments for our staff. We have new leaders and experienced managers who bring innovative ideas to the service and are driving meaningful changes throughout your service delivery. Our goal is to deliver exceptional care that enhances outcomes for our community whilst providing an inclusive, diverse and stable environment for staff to grow their career. Hospital Pathway And Reablement (Start) Service Staff within our hospital team work closely with NHS colleagues to facilitate safe, timely discharge. Their priority is to enable people to return to their own homes, utilising reablement and other services to enable them regain independence. For more information on our new operating model and teams click here . Our Offer To You As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include: A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-32 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave Two volunteering days per year Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role) Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks Learning and development portal offering a range of courses Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres Interest free season ticket loans Local Government Pension Scheme Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme Electric vehicle leasing scheme Confidential health & wellbeing and counselling support Application Process We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities. However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. Additional Information We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups. To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract. The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the GOV.UK website for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result . click apply for full job details

The role of Solutions Design Manager involves creating innovative and efficient solutions to meet operational and business needs within the transport and distribution sector. This position requires a strong focus on logistics and the ability to deliver measurable improvements. Client Details This is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation within the transport and distribution industry. The company operates as a large sized 3PL and is recognised for its commitment to operational excellence and delivering tailored solutions for its clients. Description Develop and implement effective solutions to optimise logistics operations. Analyse current processes and identify opportunities for improvement. Collaborate with internal teams to design and execute strategic initiatives. Create detailed project plans and ensure timely delivery of solutions. Present proposals and reports to stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of objectives. Maintain alignment with industry standards and best practices in transport and distribution. Monitor project outcomes to ensure objectives are met and sustained. Provide technical support and guidance to operational teams as required. Profile A successful Solutions Design Manager should have: A background in logistics or a related field within the warehousing and 3PL sector . Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on operational efficiency. Experience in developing and implementing innovative solutions. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for stakeholder engagement. Proficiency in relevant software and tools to support design and analysis (Autocad, sketch up, CLASS). Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £70,000 to £80,000 per annum. Car allowance/ Company car and a 10% bonus as part of the benefits package. Permanent position offering stability and career growth opportunities. A collaborative and professional work environment within the logistics sector. Based in Northamptonshire 2-3 days per week in the office/ DC's/ customer locations. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Solutions Design Manager, apply today to join this exciting role in the transport and distribution industry.

Overview If you're an experienced planning professional with a passion for leadership and delivering outstanding planning outcomes, join our established and ambitious Major Development Management team and help shape the future of Buckinghamshire. Overview If you're an experienced planning professional with a passion for leadership and delivering outstanding planning outcomes, join our established and ambitious Major Development Management team and help shape the future of Buckinghamshire. Leading a team of talented planning officers, you will oversee the delivery of some of the most significant and transformative development proposals in the county, while helping to drive service improvement, performance and professional excellence across the wider planning service. About Us Buckinghamshire Council is one of England's "Big-8" councils, delivering services across a diverse and dynamic area to the west of London. With our Regulation 19 consultation on the Buckinghamshire Local Plan underway, we are building a planning service capable of delivering one of the most ambitious growth agendas in the country while maintaining the highest standards of design, placemaking and sustainability. Our Major Development Management team is responsible for an exciting portfolio of development proposals, including town centre regeneration projects, strategic urban extensions, new settlements, employment development, data centres and energy infrastructure schemes. Working collaboratively with developers, communities, elected members and stakeholders, we secure high-quality development that delivers lasting benefits for Buckinghamshire's residents. Based in High Wycombe, with excellent transport links to London, Oxford and the wider South East, you'll be working in a vibrant market town surrounded by the Chilterns National Landscape, offering an outstanding balance between career opportunities and quality of life. About The Role As a Development Management Team Leader, you will provide leadership, direction and support to a team of professional planning officers while maintaining involvement in complex and high-profile development proposals. You will play a key role in ensuring the service delivers excellent customer outcomes, achieves performance targets and continues to evolve in response to changing demands and opportunities. Key responsibilities include: Leading, developing and motivating a team of planning professionals Managing complex, high-profile and politically sensitive planning applications and appeals Leading strategic negotiations with developers, agents and stakeholders Representing the Council at Planning Committees, hearings, inquiries and public meetings Advising elected members, senior officers and key stakeholders Driving service performance, innovation and continuous improvement Supporting the delivery of income-generating services, including Planning Performance Agreements and pre-application advice Contributing to the strategic development of Buckinghamshire's planning service Deputising for the Major Development Manager when required Mobile: A 'mobile' role gives you the flexibility to schedule your own diary, so you can meet with colleagues and clients in a variety of locations. You'll access digital folders and resources on your laptop and be able to use the network wherever you are based. Working from home will be common, as well as meeting your team in the office where necessary. About You You will be an experienced and highly credible planning professional with a strong track record of delivering complex development proposals and leading teams. Whether you currently work in local government, consultancy or the development sector, you will bring strong leadership skills, professional expertise and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for communities. You will be comfortable operating in a complex and sometimes challenging environment, balancing competing priorities while supporting others to perform at their best. You will bring: Significant experience of managing major or complex planning applications Experience of leading, developing or supervising professional staff Excellent knowledge of planning legislation, policy and development management practice Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills Experience of representing organisations at committees, hearings, inquiries or appeals A proven ability to manage performance, resources and competing priorities Confidence in dealing with politically sensitive and high-profile matters Membership of, or eligibility for membership of, the RTPI A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. What We Offer: A competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working (minimum 2 days office-based) The opportunity to lead and influence the delivery of major development across one of England's largest councils A diverse portfolio of complex, high-profile and nationally significant development proposals The chance to help shape the future direction of Buckinghamshire's planning service A supportive, collaborative and ambitious leadership team Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Other information Office base: Queen Victoria Road, High Wycombe For an informal discussion, either online or in person, contact: Charles Power - or email email protected This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) Nacro We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Our values and culture a fair and inclusive culture the chance to really make a difference to those around you health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. About The Business Unit Our Planning, Growth and Sustainability directorate works with partners to help shape the future of Buckinghamshire. We deliver services on planning, economic growth, regeneration, strategic infrastructure, transport, and property. Our key priorities include developing the economic narrative for Bucks, creating more jobs and delivering the right infrastructure to help businesses and residents thrive. We also aim to provide a proactive planning service that is responsive, whilst making the best use of the Council's land and property portfolio. This will in turn support community services and create housing, jobs, regeneration and income to support public services. It's a great time to join one of our teams. As part of the Planning, Growth and Sustainability function you will not only get to help shape the economic future of Buckinghamshire; you'll also be involved in delivering high-profile development projects and work on some of the biggest infrastructure projects in the UK. You will support us to deliver the results that our local residents and businesses deserve. We recognise and reward you Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. 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Are you ready to lead more than contracts? We're looking for a Commercial Manager who thrives on influencing and developing people, building high-performing teams and driving commercial success. If you're an experienced commercial leader we'd love to hear from you. As our Capital Product continues to grow across the South East, we're looking for a commercially driven leader to help shape our future success. You'll lead the commercial performance of a portfolio of planned investment and refurbishment contracts while coaching and developing a team of Surveyors. Working closely with operational leaders and customers, you'll create the right balance between commercial excellence, strong relationships and people development. At Ian Williams, we value our employees and offer an exceptional benefits package, including: Car allowance of £10,300 plus private mileage scheme and fuel card Be part of the company profit share scheme (9% of base salary achieved this year) Let us help you prepare for your future with an enhanced employer pension contribution of up to 10% OR a savings scheme. Life, Medical and Permanent Health Insurance 23 days annual leave, but you may want longer or less, so buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year. Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support your health and wellbeing, including free legal and financial advice. Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay. As a Commercial Manager you'll: Lead the commercial performance of a portfolio of Capital works contracts. Develop and mentor Surveyors, helping build a high-performing commercial team for the future. Provide commercial insight to drive successful decision-making, manage risk and maximise opportunities. Partner with operational teams to deliver excellent outcomes for our customers and communities. Build trusted relationships with customers, stakeholders and supply chain partners. Champion continuous improvement and help shape the future growth of our commercial function. This is an opportunity for a commercially astute leader who enjoys developing people, influencing positive change and being part of an ambitious, people-first business where your impact will be felt across both the contracts you support and the careers you help shape. What will you bring as our Commercial Manager? You'll be someone who leads through influence, collaboration and credibility , building strong relationships and creating an environment where Surveyors can thrive. Detail-driven and commercially minded, you'll balance strategic thinking with the ability to challenge, coach and support others to achieve their best. You'll bring: Experience in a Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial leadership role. Strong commercial and contractual expertise, with a keen eye for detail and performance. A track record of coaching, mentoring and developing Surveyors and commercial talent. The ability to build trust, influence stakeholders and drive positive outcomes. A collaborative, people-first approach to leadership. Experience within social housing, refurbishment, construction, property services or a related sector would be advantageous. Most importantly, you'll be excited by the opportunity to join a people-focused business with ambitious growth plans, where you'll help shape commercial success, develop future talent and make a lasting impact. Additional Benefits include: Annual pay reviews Training and development opportunities Trade discounts from our preferred suppliers for you and your friends and family Specsavers vouchers For information on all other additional benefits, we do to enhance your work/life balance, please visit our website. About Ian Williams Ltd: Discover more, not just from our website but through our Facebook, LinkedIn, Indeed and Glassdoor pages. We reserve the right to shortlist prior to the closing date based on application volumes. Ian Williams is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is more than a commitment at Ian Williams-it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all other characteristics that make us different. Ian Williams Ltd will use applicants' details for recruitment purposes only. For more information, please read our Candidate Privacy Notice located at our website. We are delighted to have strong relationships with our preferred agencies; therefore, we politely request no agencies engage with us regarding this position.

Brighton, Crawley, Chichester & Horsham (Multi-Site) £42,000 - £45,000 per annum + Company Vehicle + Bonus Full Time Monday to Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm About the Company Our client is a leading UK provider of housing and neighbourhood services, delivering high-quality facilities management solutions across residential, education, public sector and community environments. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to lead the operational delivery of a large-scale Soft Facilities Management contract across Brighton, Crawley, Chichester, Horsham and surrounding areas. An electric company vehicle will be provided. As Contract Manager, you will take ownership of a multi-site Soft FM contract delivering cleaning, grounds maintenance and bulk waste collection services. You will be responsible for ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual KPIs, whilst managing budgets, people, performance and client relationships. This is a highly visible operational leadership role requiring strong commercial awareness, excellent people management skills and a passion for service excellence. Key Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day delivery of cleaning, grounds maintenance and bulk waste collection services across multiple sites. Ensure contractual KPIs, service standards and client expectations are consistently achieved. Lead, develop and support frontline operational teams. Manage recruitment, onboarding, training and ongoing performance management. Conduct regular audits, inspections and risk assessments. Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety and environmental legislation. Monitor contract expenditure and support full budget and P&L management. Manage subcontractors, ensuring quality and compliance standards are maintained. About You To be considered for this opportunity, you will have: Proven experience managing Soft FM services, particularly: Cleaning Grounds Maintenance Waste Management Services Experience managing multi-site facilities management contracts valued at £1 million+. Strong people management experience, including leading frontline and remote teams. A successful track record of improving performance, addressing underperformance and driving service excellence. Experience managing budgets with exposure to full profit and loss accountability. Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills. Excellent operational, analytical and reporting capabilities. Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations and compliance requirements. Experience carrying out site audits, inspections and risk assessments. A full UK driving licence. IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent) would be advantageous. What's on Offer? Salary of £42,000 - £45,000 Company electric vehicle Company bonus scheme Enhanced pension scheme Private medical insurance Life assurance Additional annual leave Flexible working arrangements Cycle to Work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Retail discounts Childcare assistance Season ticket loans Enhanced maternity and paternity packages Sick pay schemes Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Operations Manager - Reactive Maintenance & Voids Based in Hemel Hempstead £70K + package We are working with a leading Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Contractor to recruit an Operations Manager to join their team in Hemel Hempstead overseeing a £10-12m portfolio of works. We are looking for somebody who will lead operationally on current contracts. Working in partnership with their Local Authority and Housing Association clients, the successful candidate will be overall responsible for driving success on reactive maintenance contracts. You will oversee the full running of the contracts including: program planning/scheduling works; KPI monitoring/performance improvement; management of health and safety; and managing a direct workforce of Contract Managers, Supervisors, Multi Trade Operatives and Admin/Planning Team. Operations Manager Experience Proven track record in securing, and delivering reactive maintenance contracts with public sector / housing association clients. IT Literate with good knowledge of Microsoft packages Ability to understand client / contract requirements to maximise productivity and measure and improvement Excellent written and oral presentation Good understanding of H&S legislation Experience of managing and improving internal and external customer relationships and conflict handling Operations Manager Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a permanent, full time role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary of up to £75,000 + Benefits. You will be part of a stable business with ambitious growth plans over the next 5 years.

Project Manager - Heritage Construction Location: Office based in Greater Manchester Salary: £48,000 - £55,000 + Package (DOE) Sector: Heritage, Conservation & Refurbishment Interview Dates: Week Commencing 12th October The Opportunity Our client is a specialist contractor delivering a range of heritage, conservation, restoration and refurbishment projects. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager who can bring genuine construction expertise to the business and provide valuable support to the Construction Director and wider operational team. The client is looking for an established construction professional capable of taking ownership of projects from pre-construction through to completion, alleviating pressure on senior leadership and driving successful project outcomes. The Role You will be responsible for managing multiple construction and heritage projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest standards of quality. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors and site teams, whilst maintaining full oversight of commercial, operational and programme performance. Key Responsibilities Lead projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Manage project programmes, budgets and resource allocation. Oversee subcontractor procurement and supply chain management. Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships. Ensure projects are delivered safely and in accordance with company standards. Monitor commercial performance, forecasting and cost control. Coordinate site teams and provide leadership across project delivery functions. Produce progress reports and project updates for senior management. Identify and mitigate project risks. Support the Construction Director with operational planning and project strategy. Ideal Background The successful candidate will possess experience similar to that of a senior Project or Contracts Manager who has: Delivered construction and refurbishment projects valued up to £10 million. Managed projects across heritage, conservation, education, healthcare, commercial, residential or social housing sectors. Overseen projects from pre-construction through to handover. Demonstrated strong commercial awareness including procurement, budgeting and forecasting. Built effective relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors. Successfully led site teams and multidisciplinary project teams. Delivered complex refurbishment and restoration schemes, including listed buildings. Maintained high health & safety and quality standards throughout project delivery. Desirable Experience Experience working on projects such as: Grade I & Grade II Listed Buildings. Heritage restoration and conservation schemes. Museum refurbishments. Historic educational facilities. High-end residential refurbishments. Complex occupied-building renovations. Candidates with a proven track record delivering heritage projects and managing stakeholder expectations within sensitive environments will be viewed particularly favourably. Essential Qualifications SMSTS Valid CSCS Card First Aid at Work Construction Management, Project Management or related qualification Full UK Driving Licence Personal Attributes Strong leadership and decision-making skills. Commercially astute with excellent organisational ability. Confident communicator and stakeholder manager. Proactive and solutions-focused approach. Able to work autonomously whilst supporting wider business objectives. Passionate about heritage and preservation projects. Ambitious with the drive to further develop their career within a growing business. What's On Offer £48,000 - £55,000 salary depending on experience. Opportunity to work on prestigious heritage and restoration schemes. Direct involvement with senior management and strategic project delivery. Long-term career progression opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Interviews will be taking place during the week commencing 12th October

Annual salary: up to £70,000.00 Finance and Commercial Manager Location: South East, with a primary base at our Dartford branch, providing support to branches in Kent and South London Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Hybrid role with 3-4 days based in organisational branches and 1-2 days working from home Salary: £70,000, plus £4,500 Car Allowance, mileage paid whilst travelling branches and great company benefits Due to continued growth and contract expansion, we are seeking an experienced Finance & Commercial Manager to join our team. This is a critical business-partnering role with full responsibility for providing robust commercial and financial support to operational branch leadership. You will ensure senior stakeholders clearly understand the commercial model, take ownership of financial performance, and actively manage contract profitability. Working closely with operational leaders, you will translate financial data into actionable insight, challenge performance, and support the delivery of contract requirements and Group financial targets. Mears provides and manages approximately 17,000 homes on behalf of local and central Government and is responsible for maintaining over 750,000 social housing properties across the UK. About the Role This is a high-impact role working directly with senior operational and commercial leaders. You will play a key role in driving financial discipline, improving commercial outcomes, and supporting strategic decision-making. You will be expected to demonstrate strong technical financial knowledge, commercial acumen, and the ability to influence non-financial stakeholders through clear, evidence-based insight. Key Responsibilities Act as a trusted commercial and financial business partner to branch leadership, developing a deep understanding of operational processes, contract structures, and key commercial drivers. Take ownership of financial performance, actively challenging operational teams on delivery against commercial terms, financial targets, and operational KPIs. Produce high-quality commercial and financial management information, including monthly performance reviews supported by clear, insightful commentary. Identify, quantify, and communicate risks and opportunities against annual targets, ensuring corrective actions are understood and implemented. Lead the production of rolling forecasts and annual budgets, ensuring assumptions are robust, transparent, and aligned to operational delivery plans. Support commercial contract activity, including pricing reviews, contract variations, repricing exercises, and tendering opportunities. Ensure financial and commercial information is clearly communicated to non-financial stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making at all levels. Key Criteria Experienced Finance and Commercial Manager with a proven track record of supporting operational teams in a contract-based environment. Confident working with complex financial models and can evidence your ability to interpret and challenge financial and commercial performance. Excellent communicator, able to explain complex financial information in a clear, concise, and commercially focused way. Proactive, hands on approach, are comfortable working independently, and take ownership of outcomes. Desirable Skills Experience in Social Housing and Housing Maintenance Commercial understanding of social housing, in particular working with Schedule of Rates, subcontractors, job pricing, final accounts Reporting into the Head of Commercial & Compliance, you will play a key role in the continuous improvement of the business by delivering first class financial insight, analysis, forecasts, and commercial support that directly drives performance and profitability. Benefits £4,500 Car Allowance Enhanced Pension Scheme Enhanced Sick Pay Family friendly policy to include enhanced maternity/paternity leave and much more. Refer a friend scheme (total award £1000) Share saver scheme Eye test vouchers Employee Assistance Programme (Access to Free counselling service) Wellbeing service (Access to trained mental health & wellbeing advisors) Mears Annual Family Fun Day for you and your family to places like Blairdrummond Safari Park, M&Ds Themepark, fully paid for including lunch Mears Rewards - A performance recognition platform whereby you can be rewarded in high street vouchers All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment. Joe Monger () At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. 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Warehouse & Logistics Director West Sussex Competitive Salary + Bonus Scheme Are you a driven warehouse leader who thrives on improving performance, developing teams, and delivering operational excellence? We're recruiting for a Warehouse & Logistics Director to take ownership of a multi-site warehouse operation, leading the transformation of stock control, goods-in, warehousing, and dispatch activities across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager, or Distribution Manager looking to step into a role where they can genuinely influence strategy, processes, systems, and future growth. The Opportunity You'll be responsible for the overall performance of multiple warehouse locations, ensuring products are received, stored, managed, and dispatched efficiently while maintaining exceptional standards of stock accuracy, customer service, and operational performance. The business is investing in modern warehouse technology and process improvements, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys driving change, implementing best practice, and creating a high-performing warehouse function. What You'll Be Doing Leading the day-to-day operation across multiple warehouse locations. Managing goods-in, stock control, storage, replenishment, picking, packing, dispatch, and returns. Developing and motivating warehouse teams to achieve high performance and accountability. Improving warehouse layouts, workflows, and space utilisation to maximise productivity. Driving stock accuracy improvements and reducing operational errors. Leading the implementation and optimisation of barcode scanning and warehouse management systems. Monitoring and improving warehouse KPIs including productivity, order accuracy, service levels, and inventory performance. Working closely with internal departments to ensure warehouse operations support wider business objectives. Ensuring compliance with all health & safety and operational standards. Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and delivering effective solutions. About You We're looking for an experienced warehouse professional with a track record of leading successful operations and delivering measurable improvements. You'll likely have: Experience managing warehouse operations within a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of stock control, inventory management, goods-in, picking, packing, and dispatch. Experience across multiple warehouse sites or complex warehouse operations. Knowledge of ERP, WMS, barcode scanning, or warehouse technology systems. A hands-on leadership style with the ability to develop and motivate teams. A continuous improvement mindset and a passion for driving operational excellence. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to improve performance. Why Apply? Senior leadership position with significant autonomy. Opportunity to shape and modernise a growing warehouse operation. Investment in systems, technology, and continuous improvement initiatives. Genuine opportunity to make a visible impact across the business. Multi-site responsibility with strategic influence. Competitive salary and bonus package If you're a proactive warehouse leader who enjoys improving processes, building high-performing teams, and making a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this confidential opportunity. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Head of Bids - Property Services & Decarb / Retrofit North West Up to £90K + Bonus + Benefits We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a Head of Bids to join their highly successful work winning team. This role will require an experienced bid leader who is comfortable with taking responsibility for large and strategically important bids, whilst also being able to line manage a team of Bid Managers and support staff. Leadership qualities are therefore a must as you will be responsible for shaping strategy to delivery of exceptional PQQ and ITT quality submissions. As the Head of Bids, you will be a talented individual capable of leading change and building a centre of excellence for bidding. You will be an influencer and will play a critical role in their future growth. Working in tandem with senior leadership you will provide strategic direction for business development, advising and influencing the targeting projects within a variety of sectors including: Construction / Framework Projects: Education, Public sector and Blue Light projects Social Housing Projects: Planned & Responsive Maintenance, Gas Breakdown, Servicing and Installation, Redecoration and Refurbishment Schemes. Energy Services Projects The main purpose of this role is to create compelling and tailored bid propositions and operational plans to position my client ahead of their competitors and exceed client expectations. Head of Bids Essential Experience Proven bid writing and tender management experience. Excellent writing skills with an eye for detail, creativity and quality. Leadership and project management experience. IT proficient in Word and Excel. Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal) with excellent interpersonal skills to lead a united team and fully engage with all employees. Professionally qualified, and/or a graduate Understanding of the social housing sector including responsive repairs, voids, planned and energy services. Ability and confidence to a make high-quality presentations to customers. Highly numerative with the ability to analyse data and translate it into bid strategy and operational meaning. Head of Bids Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. This is a key permanent role within the region and offers long term career progression along with an excellent basic salary and benefits package. Apply today or contact Dave on for more info.

General Manager - Electrical & Retrofit Services An established and growing property services contractor is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead and develop its Electrical division. Operating across planned maintenance, responsive repairs, retrofit and decarbonisation programmes, this is a key leadership appointment with responsibility for operational performance, business growth, compliance and service delivery This role would suit either a qualified Electrician with significant leadership experience or a degree-qualified professional with a strong technical understanding of electrical services. The successful candidate will have a proven background within the social housing maintenance sector and experience delivering retrofit and energy efficiency projects The Role Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management and growth of the Electrical business unit Key responsibilities include Leading operational delivery across electrical maintenance, compliance, retrofit and investment programmes Driving business performance, profitability and operational excellence Managing and developing contracts, teams and supply chain partners Ensuring compliance with all electrical regulations and industry standards Supporting business development activities, bid submissions and client relationship management Overseeing delivery of social housing maintenance and refurbishment contracts Developing growth strategies within retrofit, decarbonisation and renewable technologies Leading workforce planning, recruitment and succession initiatives Monitoring financial performance, budgets, KPIs and contract profitability Promoting a strong health, safety and quality culture across all operations Requirements Electrical qualifications including 18th Edition Either a qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3 / equivalent) or degree qualified in a relevant discipline Proven leadership experience within an electrical contracting or property services environment Strong knowledge of social housing maintenance and planned works Experience delivering retrofit and decarbonisation projects Strong commercial awareness Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills Strong understanding of compliance, legislation and industry best practice Ability to lead multi-disciplinary operational teams What's on Offer Leadership position with significant autonomy and influence Opportunity to shape and grow an expanding electrical division Diverse portfolio of social housing maintenance and retrofit contracts Competitive salary and benefits package Long-term career progression within a successful and growing business If you're an experienced electrical leader looking to take ownership of a growing business unit and play a key role in its future development, we'd be keen to hear from you What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk