Company description: At Warburtons, family is at the heart of our business. Five generations'? worth of expertise that goes into making our bakery products allows us to continue a tradition of baking inherited over the past 150 years. Warburtons is the largest bakery brand in the UK, but that doesn't allow us to rest on our laurels click apply for full job details
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Company description: At Warburtons, family is at the heart of our business. Five generations'? worth of expertise that goes into making our bakery products allows us to continue a tradition of baking inherited over the past 150 years. Warburtons is the largest bakery brand in the UK, but that doesn't allow us to rest on our laurels click apply for full job details
Store Manager Bedford Fashion Retail Up to £36,000 + Bonus Are you a passionate Store Manager who thrives on leading teams, driving sales, and delivering exceptional customer experiences? We are recruiting for a Store Manager to join a growing retail brand in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Store Manager or a strong Assistant Manager ready to step up into a leadersh click apply for full job details
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Store Manager Bedford Fashion Retail Up to £36,000 + Bonus Are you a passionate Store Manager who thrives on leading teams, driving sales, and delivering exceptional customer experiences? We are recruiting for a Store Manager to join a growing retail brand in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Store Manager or a strong Assistant Manager ready to step up into a leadersh click apply for full job details
My Local Authority client in the south is looking to appoint a talented a Data Analyst, Procurement & Benchmarking Officer on a Contract basis. Outside IR35, the role will deliver data-driven insight, procurement analysis, and benchmarking to support efficiency and improvement programmes within the Council. Local authority experience is essential About the role: Based in the south (hybrid): Analyse financial, operational, and demand data to identify cost drivers and inefficiencies Develop clear dashboards and reports (e.g. Excel, Power BI) to support decision-making Conduct spend analysis to identify procurement savings (aggregation, renegotiation, sourcing) Support procurement processes including data analysis, option appraisal, and bid evaluation About you: You will have the following experiences: Proven track record of delivering large-scale savings and improvements in local government Strong data analysis and interpretation skills Advanced Excel; experience with Power BI or similar tools Understanding of procurement and commercial principles Experience in benchmarking and performance analysis What's on offer: Salary: 880 per day, outside IR35 negotiable based on experience Hybrid Working Contract type: Contract Hours: 09:00 -17:00 Monday to Friday How to apply Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. About Spencer Clarke Group Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way. When you join us, you will receive: Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities Free DBS checks Post Placement Aftercare Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals INDSCGJS
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
My Local Authority client in the south is looking to appoint a talented a Data Analyst, Procurement & Benchmarking Officer on a Contract basis. Outside IR35, the role will deliver data-driven insight, procurement analysis, and benchmarking to support efficiency and improvement programmes within the Council. Local authority experience is essential About the role: Based in the south (hybrid): Analyse financial, operational, and demand data to identify cost drivers and inefficiencies Develop clear dashboards and reports (e.g. Excel, Power BI) to support decision-making Conduct spend analysis to identify procurement savings (aggregation, renegotiation, sourcing) Support procurement processes including data analysis, option appraisal, and bid evaluation About you: You will have the following experiences: Proven track record of delivering large-scale savings and improvements in local government Strong data analysis and interpretation skills Advanced Excel; experience with Power BI or similar tools Understanding of procurement and commercial principles Experience in benchmarking and performance analysis What's on offer: Salary: 880 per day, outside IR35 negotiable based on experience Hybrid Working Contract type: Contract Hours: 09:00 -17:00 Monday to Friday How to apply Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. About Spencer Clarke Group Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way. When you join us, you will receive: Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities Free DBS checks Post Placement Aftercare Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals INDSCGJS
Kick-start your engineering career with a global leader in sustainable packaging DS Smith is a world-leading provider of fibre-based, sustainable packaging solutions, supported by our integrated recycling and papermaking operations. Through our purpose of Redefining Packaging for a Changing World, we are driving the transition to a more circular, low-carbon economy click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Kick-start your engineering career with a global leader in sustainable packaging DS Smith is a world-leading provider of fibre-based, sustainable packaging solutions, supported by our integrated recycling and papermaking operations. Through our purpose of Redefining Packaging for a Changing World, we are driving the transition to a more circular, low-carbon economy click apply for full job details
Job Title: Finance Manager Contract Type: Permanent Location: Leighton Buzzard Salary: £50,000 - £60,000pa The Company An established and growing independent 3PL are seeking a qualified Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and support the next phase of business growth. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, offering genuine progression to Head of Finance for the right individual. The business operates within a fast-paced logistics and fulfilment environment, supporting a diverse customer base and continuing to invest in people, systems, and infrastructure. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, the Finance Manager will be responsible for managing financial control, reporting, and analysis across the business. You will work closely with operational and commercial stakeholders, providing insight and guidance to support informed decision-making. This role is ideally suited to a commercially minded, hands-on finance professional who wants to grow with the business and step into a senior leadership position over time. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of month-end and management accounts preparation Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Cashflow management and working capital control Oversee transactional finance activities, including AP, AR, and payroll support Produce financial reports and insights to support operational and commercial decisions Ensure compliance with statutory, audit, and regulatory requirements Support system and process improvements within the finance function Partner with operational leaders to drive financial performance and cost control Support strategic planning and business growth initiatives About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant role Background within logistics, 3PL, fulfilment, FMCG, or a fast-paced operational environment is desirable Strong technical accounting knowledge with a commercial mindset Confident communicator, able to influence both finance and non-finance stakeholders Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable operating in a growing business environment Ambitious and motivated by clear progression to a senior finance leadership role What's On Offer A key finance leadership role within an independent, growing business Clear and structured progression route to Head of Finance High level of autonomy and influence Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Competitive salary and benefits package Long-term career development within a stable and expanding organisation
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Finance Manager Contract Type: Permanent Location: Leighton Buzzard Salary: £50,000 - £60,000pa The Company An established and growing independent 3PL are seeking a qualified Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and support the next phase of business growth. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, offering genuine progression to Head of Finance for the right individual. The business operates within a fast-paced logistics and fulfilment environment, supporting a diverse customer base and continuing to invest in people, systems, and infrastructure. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, the Finance Manager will be responsible for managing financial control, reporting, and analysis across the business. You will work closely with operational and commercial stakeholders, providing insight and guidance to support informed decision-making. This role is ideally suited to a commercially minded, hands-on finance professional who wants to grow with the business and step into a senior leadership position over time. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of month-end and management accounts preparation Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Cashflow management and working capital control Oversee transactional finance activities, including AP, AR, and payroll support Produce financial reports and insights to support operational and commercial decisions Ensure compliance with statutory, audit, and regulatory requirements Support system and process improvements within the finance function Partner with operational leaders to drive financial performance and cost control Support strategic planning and business growth initiatives About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant role Background within logistics, 3PL, fulfilment, FMCG, or a fast-paced operational environment is desirable Strong technical accounting knowledge with a commercial mindset Confident communicator, able to influence both finance and non-finance stakeholders Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable operating in a growing business environment Ambitious and motivated by clear progression to a senior finance leadership role What's On Offer A key finance leadership role within an independent, growing business Clear and structured progression route to Head of Finance High level of autonomy and influence Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Competitive salary and benefits package Long-term career development within a stable and expanding organisation
Spectrum It Recruitment Limited
Bedford, Bedfordshire
Looking for a hands on and experienced Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and enjoys working across multiple teams to deliver high-quality outcomes. Our client is a market leader in customer experience technology and this role offers strong career development, predominately remote working with 1 day a month in the office and the chance to work with some of th click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Looking for a hands on and experienced Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and enjoys working across multiple teams to deliver high-quality outcomes. Our client is a market leader in customer experience technology and this role offers strong career development, predominately remote working with 1 day a month in the office and the chance to work with some of th click apply for full job details
Business Devlopment Manager - Woburn Sands - Transport - £35000 plus 80k ote plus car. Hello Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a Business Development Manager for a transport business based in Woburn Sands. This is an office based role where you will identify potential customers with a view to selling them a variety of transport related vehicles. Ideally the business is looking for someone who has a good track record in the truck or trailer transport sales arena but all candidates with a good track record in sales will be considered. The role comes with an attractive basic salary of £35000 plus commission and car giving a generous package of £80000 ote for this immediate start. .
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Business Devlopment Manager - Woburn Sands - Transport - £35000 plus 80k ote plus car. Hello Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a Business Development Manager for a transport business based in Woburn Sands. This is an office based role where you will identify potential customers with a view to selling them a variety of transport related vehicles. Ideally the business is looking for someone who has a good track record in the truck or trailer transport sales arena but all candidates with a good track record in sales will be considered. The role comes with an attractive basic salary of £35000 plus commission and car giving a generous package of £80000 ote for this immediate start. .
Are you a driven and resilient Business Development Executive who thrives in a high-activity sales environment? I am working with a leading packaging distributor, generating £60 million in turnover, with a growing presence across the U.S. and Europe. They are looking for a motivated and tenacious Business Development Executive who is not afraid to pick up the phone and generate new business opportunities daily. Business Development Executive Location Kempston Salary: Very Competitive (DOE) Benefits: Commission, Life Insurance (2x salary), Health Cash Plan, 3% Pension, 23 days holiday + bank holidays, laptop, and career growth opportunities. Roles & Responsibilities: New Business Development: Proactively generate new business through high-volume outbound activity, including cold calling and lead generation. Outbound Sales Activity: Make circa 50 calls per day, consistently building a strong pipeline of opportunities. Appointment Setting: Convert outbound activity into qualified appointments per week. Developing new leads based around target audience. Attend tradeshows and network. Essential: Proven experience in a Business Development, Sales, or Telesales role with a strong focus on outbound activity. Comfortable making high volumes of cold calls daily and working to activity-based KPIs. Demonstrated success in booking appointments and converting leads into new business. Resilient, target-driven, and highly self-motivated with a hunter mentality. Excellent communication, persuasion, and objection-handling skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain consistency in performance. Ideally, you will have a background in packaging/distribution, but candidates with strong outbound sales experience in other sectors will be considered. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that is driving innovation in the packaging industry. If you are looking for a high-energy, results-driven role where your effort directly impacts your success, then please contact (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed) for more information. SER-IN
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Are you a driven and resilient Business Development Executive who thrives in a high-activity sales environment? I am working with a leading packaging distributor, generating £60 million in turnover, with a growing presence across the U.S. and Europe. They are looking for a motivated and tenacious Business Development Executive who is not afraid to pick up the phone and generate new business opportunities daily. Business Development Executive Location Kempston Salary: Very Competitive (DOE) Benefits: Commission, Life Insurance (2x salary), Health Cash Plan, 3% Pension, 23 days holiday + bank holidays, laptop, and career growth opportunities. Roles & Responsibilities: New Business Development: Proactively generate new business through high-volume outbound activity, including cold calling and lead generation. Outbound Sales Activity: Make circa 50 calls per day, consistently building a strong pipeline of opportunities. Appointment Setting: Convert outbound activity into qualified appointments per week. Developing new leads based around target audience. Attend tradeshows and network. Essential: Proven experience in a Business Development, Sales, or Telesales role with a strong focus on outbound activity. Comfortable making high volumes of cold calls daily and working to activity-based KPIs. Demonstrated success in booking appointments and converting leads into new business. Resilient, target-driven, and highly self-motivated with a hunter mentality. Excellent communication, persuasion, and objection-handling skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain consistency in performance. Ideally, you will have a background in packaging/distribution, but candidates with strong outbound sales experience in other sectors will be considered. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that is driving innovation in the packaging industry. If you are looking for a high-energy, results-driven role where your effort directly impacts your success, then please contact (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed) for more information. SER-IN
Why Savers? Savers is one of the UK's fastest-growing discount retailers, with 520+ stores bringing great value and brilliant service to high streets nationwide. We're energetic, down-to-earth and all about people - helping our teams grow, develop and build real careers. No two days are the same here; you'll roll up your sleeves, make an impact and be part of a culture that genuinely cares. In 2026, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why! Be part of something bigger! Savers is part of AS Watson Group, the worlds largest international health and beauty retailer operating over 17,000 O+O (Offline plus Online) stores under 12 retail brands in 30 markets, with over 130,000 employees worldwide. South West Region - Bristol/ Swindon Area - Field Based Here is the exciting bit A typical day in this role includes: As a People Development Advisor at Savers you will have a key role within our Learning & Development team supporting our store colleagues in the Southwest region and Savers Head Office. The primary purpose of the People Development Advisor is to deliver the corporate People Development Strategy through the implementation of training solutions across the Company. You will be the voice of the customer, living and breathing the Savers brand inspiring our colleagues, driving a customer first culture building customer love in every touchpoint of our O+O platforms. Key Responsibilities: Training & Development Support the design and implementation of the company Development Plan with People Development Manager Launch online regular refresh training on key operational subjects to drive capability and excellent customer service.Support development programmes to feed the Talent Pool with capable candidates to support the Succession PlanSupporting new store team capability to maximise the store following a successful launchDrive internal succession through ongoing training and development across all areas within the Southwest region Business Partnering Regional Support (Southwest region)Work collaboratively with the regional team as a true business partner to deliver fantastic customer service and achieve KPIsSet the standard of fantastic customer service and through interactions with the regional team agree a clear plan to achieve Helpful and Friendly Support the Customer Strategy and drive all key parts of great customer service through coaching and training store teamsSupport the Region to drive KPI performance and ensure all training programmes are fully utilised. Customer Offer Training Store Teams, embedding a customer-first mindset across the O+O platform, driving customer loyalty and long term value. Drive specific training interventions to improve the Customer Offer and measure through ROIProvide on the spot training at every opportunity to rectify poor customer service through coaching key skillsOnly deliver training initiatives which improve customer service and are a proven ROI Further responsibilities Driving CapabilityCompliance TrainingTraining InitiativesMonitoring Progress This job is a good fit for you if you: Have exposure to or want to learn digital design, filming and editing is desirable.Are confident, resilient and self-motivatedHave the ability to effectively communicate, challenge and give feedback to others Encourage teamwork & collaboration between colleagues and teams Can build customer love in every touchpoint Are confident using data to make tactical decisions Actively develop your ability to use AI effectively while strengthening the Human touch, balancing AI efficiency with human coaching and empathy Understand customer needs and empower our colleagues removing barriers to deliver great service What you will need: Experience in training and development including training delivery.HR/Training administration experience gained in a fast-paced environmentA highly organised approach to work and great attention to detail.To be IT literate and have good numeric and verbal reasoning skills.Due to Store travel must hold a full UK driving license
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
Why Savers? Savers is one of the UK's fastest-growing discount retailers, with 520+ stores bringing great value and brilliant service to high streets nationwide. We're energetic, down-to-earth and all about people - helping our teams grow, develop and build real careers. No two days are the same here; you'll roll up your sleeves, make an impact and be part of a culture that genuinely cares. In 2026, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why! Be part of something bigger! Savers is part of AS Watson Group, the worlds largest international health and beauty retailer operating over 17,000 O+O (Offline plus Online) stores under 12 retail brands in 30 markets, with over 130,000 employees worldwide. South West Region - Bristol/ Swindon Area - Field Based Here is the exciting bit A typical day in this role includes: As a People Development Advisor at Savers you will have a key role within our Learning & Development team supporting our store colleagues in the Southwest region and Savers Head Office. The primary purpose of the People Development Advisor is to deliver the corporate People Development Strategy through the implementation of training solutions across the Company. You will be the voice of the customer, living and breathing the Savers brand inspiring our colleagues, driving a customer first culture building customer love in every touchpoint of our O+O platforms. Key Responsibilities: Training & Development Support the design and implementation of the company Development Plan with People Development Manager Launch online regular refresh training on key operational subjects to drive capability and excellent customer service.Support development programmes to feed the Talent Pool with capable candidates to support the Succession PlanSupporting new store team capability to maximise the store following a successful launchDrive internal succession through ongoing training and development across all areas within the Southwest region Business Partnering Regional Support (Southwest region)Work collaboratively with the regional team as a true business partner to deliver fantastic customer service and achieve KPIsSet the standard of fantastic customer service and through interactions with the regional team agree a clear plan to achieve Helpful and Friendly Support the Customer Strategy and drive all key parts of great customer service through coaching and training store teamsSupport the Region to drive KPI performance and ensure all training programmes are fully utilised. Customer Offer Training Store Teams, embedding a customer-first mindset across the O+O platform, driving customer loyalty and long term value. Drive specific training interventions to improve the Customer Offer and measure through ROIProvide on the spot training at every opportunity to rectify poor customer service through coaching key skillsOnly deliver training initiatives which improve customer service and are a proven ROI Further responsibilities Driving CapabilityCompliance TrainingTraining InitiativesMonitoring Progress This job is a good fit for you if you: Have exposure to or want to learn digital design, filming and editing is desirable.Are confident, resilient and self-motivatedHave the ability to effectively communicate, challenge and give feedback to others Encourage teamwork & collaboration between colleagues and teams Can build customer love in every touchpoint Are confident using data to make tactical decisions Actively develop your ability to use AI effectively while strengthening the Human touch, balancing AI efficiency with human coaching and empathy Understand customer needs and empower our colleagues removing barriers to deliver great service What you will need: Experience in training and development including training delivery.HR/Training administration experience gained in a fast-paced environmentA highly organised approach to work and great attention to detail.To be IT literate and have good numeric and verbal reasoning skills.Due to Store travel must hold a full UK driving license
Angloworld Recruitment Limited TA Osborne Appointments
Luton, Bedfordshire
Role: Finance Manager Location: Luton Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week + hybrid Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum OA are currently looking to hire for an experienced Finance Manager for a fast-growing, dynamic client based in Luton, to oversee the day-to-day management of the finance department on a global basis click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Role: Finance Manager Location: Luton Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week + hybrid Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum OA are currently looking to hire for an experienced Finance Manager for a fast-growing, dynamic client based in Luton, to oversee the day-to-day management of the finance department on a global basis click apply for full job details
Nursery Room Leader Contract Type: Part Time Permanent Hours: 32 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.27 per hour Flitwick Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to inspire children's natural curiosity and support their development. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we encourage children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating setting. We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident early years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We Offer: A welcoming and supportive team environment A thorough induction and buddy system Ongoing professional development and leadership training Career progression opportunities within Family First A strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance Competitive salary and benefits package Requirements Lead and support a team of practitioners within the room to deliver high-quality care and education Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all children at all times Oversee planning and implementation of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework Act as a Key Person and support team members in their Key Person roles Monitor children's development and ensure observations and assessments are completed to a high standard Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and role modelling best practice Ensure the learning environment is safe, stimulating, and inclusive Work closely with parents and carers, building strong and positive relationships Support transitions for children within the nursery Ensure compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain high standards across the nursery Support the day-to-day running of the room, including staff deployment and ratios Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuous professional development What We're Looking For Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) - essential Previous experience working within an early years setting - essential Experience leading or supporting a team - desirable Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements Excellent communication and organisational skills Passion for delivering high-quality early years education Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Flitwick Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Contract Type: Part Time Permanent Hours: 32 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.27 per hour Flitwick Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to inspire children's natural curiosity and support their development. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we encourage children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating setting. We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident early years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We Offer: A welcoming and supportive team environment A thorough induction and buddy system Ongoing professional development and leadership training Career progression opportunities within Family First A strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance Competitive salary and benefits package Requirements Lead and support a team of practitioners within the room to deliver high-quality care and education Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all children at all times Oversee planning and implementation of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework Act as a Key Person and support team members in their Key Person roles Monitor children's development and ensure observations and assessments are completed to a high standard Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and role modelling best practice Ensure the learning environment is safe, stimulating, and inclusive Work closely with parents and carers, building strong and positive relationships Support transitions for children within the nursery Ensure compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain high standards across the nursery Support the day-to-day running of the room, including staff deployment and ratios Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuous professional development What We're Looking For Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) - essential Previous experience working within an early years setting - essential Experience leading or supporting a team - desirable Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements Excellent communication and organisational skills Passion for delivering high-quality early years education Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Flitwick Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
This client is renowned within its sector & a true leader in what they do. As a business they are highly acquisitive and always looking to grow and expand. Due to a recent acquisition and a small internal change, they are looking to hire an Assistant Payroll Manager to join them on a permanent basis. As the Assistant Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for: Supporting with start to finish payroll processing for a very high volume weekly & monthly payroll Overseeing all statutory deductions - including PAYE, SSP, SPP, SMP, NI Stepping in and resolving escalated payroll related queries Working with the Payroll Manager and carrying out 121s & appraisals Identifying and delivering development and training plans Support with an ongoing payroll implementation projects Experience you will need: Previous high volume payroll processing experience Previous staff management experience and/ or senior to experience An eye for detail and an appetite to join a fast paced and busy team An attractive salary and good benefits are available with this role. There is also free parking and an option to have some home working! 51495GC INDPAYS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
This client is renowned within its sector & a true leader in what they do. As a business they are highly acquisitive and always looking to grow and expand. Due to a recent acquisition and a small internal change, they are looking to hire an Assistant Payroll Manager to join them on a permanent basis. As the Assistant Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for: Supporting with start to finish payroll processing for a very high volume weekly & monthly payroll Overseeing all statutory deductions - including PAYE, SSP, SPP, SMP, NI Stepping in and resolving escalated payroll related queries Working with the Payroll Manager and carrying out 121s & appraisals Identifying and delivering development and training plans Support with an ongoing payroll implementation projects Experience you will need: Previous high volume payroll processing experience Previous staff management experience and/ or senior to experience An eye for detail and an appetite to join a fast paced and busy team An attractive salary and good benefits are available with this role. There is also free parking and an option to have some home working! 51495GC INDPAYS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Want to help the nation hear clearer than ever? Well, as a Trainee Audiology Practitioner at Specsavers, you can work alongside your partners and colleagues to help more customers with their hearing, faster. You will be enrolled onto Specsavers AP course and will train to completion with the support of a Hearing Aid Dispenser (HAD) learning valuable skills such as being able to perform ear wax removal and to fit and programme hearing aids, and then eventually have the chance to move on to other roles within the store or wider business. Here, your opportunities are endless. We are looking for someone who is motivated and keen to develop a long term career within Audiology, as there is the potential to move into an apprentice Hearing Aid Dispenser (HAD) role once you have completed the AP course, offering you fantastic career progression. Our store Based out of our Biggleswade store you will provide first class customer serivce to our patients. Once training is successfully completed, you will also support our store in Biggleswade Bells Crook plus Shefford remote clinic. Our team We have an experienced and friendly team on the Audiology side of the business. What's on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: Salary of £26,852 per annum - with salary increments for each clinical competency successfully completed Full-time - 40 hours per week with a requirement to work a share of weekends We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you! Enhanced family leave and company sick pay Find out more While we don't need you to have a degree or any specific qualifications to enrol on this programme, we do need you to have a few skills to get started here.Firstly, you'll need to have good written and verbal English skills, so we know you can communicate effectively with our customers and colleagues. You'll also need to have a keen interest in self-development, desire to further your skills, and then ideally a fluency in use of patient management systems (but don't worry if you don't have that last one). Got all of these?We can't wait for you to apply!
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Want to help the nation hear clearer than ever? Well, as a Trainee Audiology Practitioner at Specsavers, you can work alongside your partners and colleagues to help more customers with their hearing, faster. You will be enrolled onto Specsavers AP course and will train to completion with the support of a Hearing Aid Dispenser (HAD) learning valuable skills such as being able to perform ear wax removal and to fit and programme hearing aids, and then eventually have the chance to move on to other roles within the store or wider business. Here, your opportunities are endless. We are looking for someone who is motivated and keen to develop a long term career within Audiology, as there is the potential to move into an apprentice Hearing Aid Dispenser (HAD) role once you have completed the AP course, offering you fantastic career progression. Our store Based out of our Biggleswade store you will provide first class customer serivce to our patients. Once training is successfully completed, you will also support our store in Biggleswade Bells Crook plus Shefford remote clinic. Our team We have an experienced and friendly team on the Audiology side of the business. What's on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: Salary of £26,852 per annum - with salary increments for each clinical competency successfully completed Full-time - 40 hours per week with a requirement to work a share of weekends We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you! Enhanced family leave and company sick pay Find out more While we don't need you to have a degree or any specific qualifications to enrol on this programme, we do need you to have a few skills to get started here.Firstly, you'll need to have good written and verbal English skills, so we know you can communicate effectively with our customers and colleagues. You'll also need to have a keen interest in self-development, desire to further your skills, and then ideally a fluency in use of patient management systems (but don't worry if you don't have that last one). Got all of these?We can't wait for you to apply!
Nursery Room Leader Contract Type: Part Time Permanent Hours: 32 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.27 per hour Flitwick Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to inspire children's natural curiosity and support their development. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we encourage children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating setting. We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident early years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We Offer: A welcoming and supportive team environment A thorough induction and buddy system Ongoing professional development and leadership training Career progression opportunities within Family First A strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance Competitive salary and benefits package Requirements Lead and support a team of practitioners within the room to deliver high-quality care and education Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all children at all times Oversee planning and implementation of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework Act as a Key Person and support team members in their Key Person roles Monitor children's development and ensure observations and assessments are completed to a high standard Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and role modelling best practice Ensure the learning environment is safe, stimulating, and inclusive Work closely with parents and carers, building strong and positive relationships Support transitions for children within the nursery Ensure compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain high standards across the nursery Support the day-to-day running of the room, including staff deployment and ratios Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuous professional development What We're Looking For Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) - essential Previous experience working within an early years setting - essential Experience leading or supporting a team - desirable Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements Excellent communication and organisational skills Passion for delivering high-quality early years education Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Flitwick Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Contract Type: Part Time Permanent Hours: 32 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.27 per hour Flitwick Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to inspire children's natural curiosity and support their development. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we encourage children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating setting. We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident early years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We Offer: A welcoming and supportive team environment A thorough induction and buddy system Ongoing professional development and leadership training Career progression opportunities within Family First A strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance Competitive salary and benefits package Requirements Lead and support a team of practitioners within the room to deliver high-quality care and education Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all children at all times Oversee planning and implementation of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework Act as a Key Person and support team members in their Key Person roles Monitor children's development and ensure observations and assessments are completed to a high standard Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and role modelling best practice Ensure the learning environment is safe, stimulating, and inclusive Work closely with parents and carers, building strong and positive relationships Support transitions for children within the nursery Ensure compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain high standards across the nursery Support the day-to-day running of the room, including staff deployment and ratios Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuous professional development What We're Looking For Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) - essential Previous experience working within an early years setting - essential Experience leading or supporting a team - desirable Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements Excellent communication and organisational skills Passion for delivering high-quality early years education Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Flitwick Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Overview Our client is a busy and well established asbestos company providing professional and quality services and they are now looking to employ a good calibre and self-driven Asbestos Project/Operations Manager in the Luton area, and would include applications from Luton, Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas. This is a good opportunity to join a highly successful company that offers a competitive salary, depending on experience, company car, along with many other fringe benefits. Qualifications and Experience Strong technical, surveying, office management, or consultancy background within the asbestos industry. Must possess P402/P403/P404 certificates, or the equivalent RSPH, or the S301/CCP qualification, and have proven experience of working within this role. Proficient in using the Microsoft Office Package. Responsibilities Assisting in the running of operations, including site staff and clients. Overseeing staff and ensuring contract operations are coordinated with clients and are carried out effectively in accordance with site operations and company procedures. Ensuring that all asbestos consultancy work is carried out in accordance with the Health and Safety procedures. Producing method statements, risk assessments, and associated site paperwork. Assisting with tenders and quotations. Getting involved with audits - improving quality and achieving satisfaction from clients/customers and staff. Ensuring that projects are completed within time scale. Managing existing and new portfolio of contracts. Generating new business leads. Overall the successful candidate will be astute and have the ability to manage the business and the client base effectively. Strong people, client management, project management, communication, presentational and organisational skills and at the same time have the ability to multi-task and work under pressure. Will be innovative and have the ability to solve problems effectively.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Overview Our client is a busy and well established asbestos company providing professional and quality services and they are now looking to employ a good calibre and self-driven Asbestos Project/Operations Manager in the Luton area, and would include applications from Luton, Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas. This is a good opportunity to join a highly successful company that offers a competitive salary, depending on experience, company car, along with many other fringe benefits. Qualifications and Experience Strong technical, surveying, office management, or consultancy background within the asbestos industry. Must possess P402/P403/P404 certificates, or the equivalent RSPH, or the S301/CCP qualification, and have proven experience of working within this role. Proficient in using the Microsoft Office Package. Responsibilities Assisting in the running of operations, including site staff and clients. Overseeing staff and ensuring contract operations are coordinated with clients and are carried out effectively in accordance with site operations and company procedures. Ensuring that all asbestos consultancy work is carried out in accordance with the Health and Safety procedures. Producing method statements, risk assessments, and associated site paperwork. Assisting with tenders and quotations. Getting involved with audits - improving quality and achieving satisfaction from clients/customers and staff. Ensuring that projects are completed within time scale. Managing existing and new portfolio of contracts. Generating new business leads. Overall the successful candidate will be astute and have the ability to manage the business and the client base effectively. Strong people, client management, project management, communication, presentational and organisational skills and at the same time have the ability to multi-task and work under pressure. Will be innovative and have the ability to solve problems effectively.
CNC Miller (3/4 Axis) c£36k -40k BedfordshireABJ6524 An established and growing precision engineering company is seeking a skilled CNC Miller to join their expanding team. Working across areas like automotive and aerospace, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in a high-quality manufacturing environment click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
CNC Miller (3/4 Axis) c£36k -40k BedfordshireABJ6524 An established and growing precision engineering company is seeking a skilled CNC Miller to join their expanding team. Working across areas like automotive and aerospace, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in a high-quality manufacturing environment click apply for full job details
Biomedical Field Calibration Engineer- Bedford Area JPenn Medical is an established test and calibration supplier to the NHS, private healthcare providers, UK residential care and a range of other business sectors which use medical equipment and devices. Our trusted relationships with leading global manufacturers enable reputable high-quality technical knowledge and skill to play a key part in our click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Biomedical Field Calibration Engineer- Bedford Area JPenn Medical is an established test and calibration supplier to the NHS, private healthcare providers, UK residential care and a range of other business sectors which use medical equipment and devices. Our trusted relationships with leading global manufacturers enable reputable high-quality technical knowledge and skill to play a key part in our click apply for full job details
WALLACE HIND SELECTION LIMITED
Luton, Bedfordshire
Are you a professional, articulate and strategic newbusiness sales hunter, not spray and pray but able to target, identify and engage with key stakeholders? You'll have a track record of selling innovative software or hardware technology into the UK Public Sector and thrive on opening doors, building influence, and winning complex deals click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Are you a professional, articulate and strategic newbusiness sales hunter, not spray and pray but able to target, identify and engage with key stakeholders? You'll have a track record of selling innovative software or hardware technology into the UK Public Sector and thrive on opening doors, building influence, and winning complex deals click apply for full job details
Role Purpose Savers is one of the UK's fastest-growing discount retailers, with 520+ stores bringing great value and brilliant service to high streets nationwide. We're energetic, down-to-earth and all about people - helping our teams grow, develop and build real careers. No two days are the same here; you'll roll up your sleeves, make an impact and be part of a culture that genuinely cares. In 2026, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why! As a Savers Buyer you will be responsible for sourcing great value and on-trend products to sell within our store estate and our website. A Savers buyer should have a thorough understanding of customer needs, be able to identify and source new products, deliver and manage a portfolio of products that provide our customers with quality and value, whilst maintaining competitiveness and driving sales and profitability as part of the overall commercial strategy. A typical day in this role includes Develop, implement and deliver category plans including range reviews, promotions, pricing and stock management that are consistent with overall commercial strategy and financial objectives.Identify and implement new product opportunities that are competitively priced, commercially viable and meet customer needs, driving sales and profitability.Manage and review pricing to protect profitability while ensuring Savers is competitive. Operate within Company pricing strategy.Collaborate with the Online and Marketing teams to develop and implement marketing promotion plans and strategies that are relevant to the category.Adhere to legislation and brand guidelines, and clearly and effectively communicate with the customer, driving footfall and profitable sales.Review and evaluate the effectiveness of promotions, taking appropriate action where necessary, and sharing best practice with peers and other stakeholders.Working in partnership with the Supply Chain team to maximise stock availability for our customers, manage store ranging and ensure general stock health for your category.Collaborating with the Operations team to ensure the commercial offer lands effectively, while supporting our store teams for optimal execution This job is a good fit for you if you: Proven experience as a Retail Buyer, ideally within the FMCG sectorStrong commercial awareness, with the ability to analyse market and customer trendsConfident working with numbers, with strong analytical skillsAdvanced Excel skills, used regularly in your day-to-day workA persuasive negotiator, able to influence suppliers and secure strong commercial termsExcellent communication skills, with a strong attention to detail, both written and verbalExperience within a value or discount retail environment would be a plus
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
Role Purpose Savers is one of the UK's fastest-growing discount retailers, with 520+ stores bringing great value and brilliant service to high streets nationwide. We're energetic, down-to-earth and all about people - helping our teams grow, develop and build real careers. No two days are the same here; you'll roll up your sleeves, make an impact and be part of a culture that genuinely cares. In 2026, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why! As a Savers Buyer you will be responsible for sourcing great value and on-trend products to sell within our store estate and our website. A Savers buyer should have a thorough understanding of customer needs, be able to identify and source new products, deliver and manage a portfolio of products that provide our customers with quality and value, whilst maintaining competitiveness and driving sales and profitability as part of the overall commercial strategy. A typical day in this role includes Develop, implement and deliver category plans including range reviews, promotions, pricing and stock management that are consistent with overall commercial strategy and financial objectives.Identify and implement new product opportunities that are competitively priced, commercially viable and meet customer needs, driving sales and profitability.Manage and review pricing to protect profitability while ensuring Savers is competitive. Operate within Company pricing strategy.Collaborate with the Online and Marketing teams to develop and implement marketing promotion plans and strategies that are relevant to the category.Adhere to legislation and brand guidelines, and clearly and effectively communicate with the customer, driving footfall and profitable sales.Review and evaluate the effectiveness of promotions, taking appropriate action where necessary, and sharing best practice with peers and other stakeholders.Working in partnership with the Supply Chain team to maximise stock availability for our customers, manage store ranging and ensure general stock health for your category.Collaborating with the Operations team to ensure the commercial offer lands effectively, while supporting our store teams for optimal execution This job is a good fit for you if you: Proven experience as a Retail Buyer, ideally within the FMCG sectorStrong commercial awareness, with the ability to analyse market and customer trendsConfident working with numbers, with strong analytical skillsAdvanced Excel skills, used regularly in your day-to-day workA persuasive negotiator, able to influence suppliers and secure strong commercial termsExcellent communication skills, with a strong attention to detail, both written and verbalExperience within a value or discount retail environment would be a plus
Test Engineer (Contract 6 Months) We are seeking a Test & Means Engineer to support development and qualification testing within a cross-functional engineering environment in the aerospace sector on a 6-month contract. Key Responsibilities Plan and execute development and qualification testing Prepare test documentation (plans, procedures, reports) Ensure test readiness including setup, instrumentatio click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
Test Engineer (Contract 6 Months) We are seeking a Test & Means Engineer to support development and qualification testing within a cross-functional engineering environment in the aerospace sector on a 6-month contract. Key Responsibilities Plan and execute development and qualification testing Prepare test documentation (plans, procedures, reports) Ensure test readiness including setup, instrumentatio click apply for full job details
Looking to take ownership in a role where your decisions genuinely impact operations, cost efficiency and supplier performance? We have an exciting opportunity to join our client, an established and growing B2B organisation who are a leader in their industry. They are looking for a Senior Buyer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a commercially focused role where you will play a key part in driving supplier performance, managing stock effectively, and supporting a high-performing supply chain function. As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities and working with internal teams and global suppliers to keep operations running smoothly while identifying opportunities for improvement. Benefits for a Senior Buyer: 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + birthday off EAP Medicash plan after probation Death in service x 2 Free parking onsite Key Responsibilities for a Senior Buyer: Day to day management of the team, reporting into the Head of Procurement Manage purchasing processes from requisition through to delivery Monitor stock levels and order in line with MRP and demand forecasts Source products for customer orders, ensuring competitive pricing and lead times Build and maintain strong relationships with UK and international suppliers Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings Evaluate supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery Support inventory management and demand planning Identify and implement process improvements Essential Skills for a Senior Buyer: Experience with price negotiation and supplier management Experience sourcing from international suppliers (China, India, Turkey, Europe) would be beneficial Experience managing supplier relationships and contracts Highly organised with strong analytical skills If you feel you can be a good fit for this role, then please apply now!
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Looking to take ownership in a role where your decisions genuinely impact operations, cost efficiency and supplier performance? We have an exciting opportunity to join our client, an established and growing B2B organisation who are a leader in their industry. They are looking for a Senior Buyer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a commercially focused role where you will play a key part in driving supplier performance, managing stock effectively, and supporting a high-performing supply chain function. As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities and working with internal teams and global suppliers to keep operations running smoothly while identifying opportunities for improvement. Benefits for a Senior Buyer: 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + birthday off EAP Medicash plan after probation Death in service x 2 Free parking onsite Key Responsibilities for a Senior Buyer: Day to day management of the team, reporting into the Head of Procurement Manage purchasing processes from requisition through to delivery Monitor stock levels and order in line with MRP and demand forecasts Source products for customer orders, ensuring competitive pricing and lead times Build and maintain strong relationships with UK and international suppliers Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings Evaluate supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery Support inventory management and demand planning Identify and implement process improvements Essential Skills for a Senior Buyer: Experience with price negotiation and supplier management Experience sourcing from international suppliers (China, India, Turkey, Europe) would be beneficial Experience managing supplier relationships and contracts Highly organised with strong analytical skills If you feel you can be a good fit for this role, then please apply now!
While growth markets in the UK are currently limited, UAV technology is seeing significant expansion given global developments. No prior UAV experience is required for this Embedded Software Engineer role, though a genuine interest in the space will be a strong advantage We are recruiting two Embedded Linux Software Engineers to work across a range of low-level and system-level UAV software project click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
While growth markets in the UK are currently limited, UAV technology is seeing significant expansion given global developments. No prior UAV experience is required for this Embedded Software Engineer role, though a genuine interest in the space will be a strong advantage We are recruiting two Embedded Linux Software Engineers to work across a range of low-level and system-level UAV software project click apply for full job details
Are you a Surveyor seeking a new opportunity with OTE of up to £60k PA plus ? Do you have window and door, fenestration or a home improvement background? Join our national multi branded company where we value expertise, accuracy and a right first-time methodology. We are seeking Surveyors to verify our customers' requirements, providing accurate measurements and drawings to facilitate a timely and click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Are you a Surveyor seeking a new opportunity with OTE of up to £60k PA plus ? Do you have window and door, fenestration or a home improvement background? Join our national multi branded company where we value expertise, accuracy and a right first-time methodology. We are seeking Surveyors to verify our customers' requirements, providing accurate measurements and drawings to facilitate a timely and click apply for full job details
Business Development Manager - Bedfordshire Uncapped Commission New Business Focus High-Growth Provider Are you a driven Business Development professional who enjoys opening doors, winning new clients and building long-term partnerships? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing payroll provider with a strong reputation in the medical and healthcare recruitment sector, now expanding rapidly into the Construction Industry Scheme contractor payroll market. If you want to join early, influence growth and play a key role in shaping the future of the business, this role offers exactly that. The Opportunity As the Business Development Manager, you will focus entirely on securing new recruitment agency clients who require reliable, compliant Pay As You Earn umbrella payroll and Construction Industry Scheme contractor payroll solutions for their temporary workforce. You will represent the business across multiple recruitment sectors, helping it grow beyond its established healthcare client base. This is a pure new business role, ideal for someone who thrives in a sales-driven environment and enjoys building strong commercial relationships. Key Responsibilities New Business Development Identify and target recruitment agencies that require Pay As You Earn umbrella payroll or Construction Industry Scheme contractor payroll solutions Generate new business opportunities through outbound activity, networking and referrals Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients Client Engagement Develop relationships with recruitment consultants, directors and agency owners Present tailored Pay As You Earn umbrella payroll and Construction Industry Scheme solutions Manage the full sales process from initial contact through to signed partnership agreements Market Growth Support the company's expansion into the wider contractor payroll market Leverage the business's strong reputation within healthcare recruitment while opening opportunities in other sectors Stay informed on contractor legislation, including off-payroll working rules (commonly known as IR35) and Joint and Several Liability About You You are commercially minded, confident speaking with people at all levels and motivated by winning new business. You enjoy building relationships, identifying opportunities and helping clients solve payroll challenges. You will ideally have: Experience in Business Development or business-to-business sales A background in umbrella payroll, contractor services, Construction Industry Scheme payroll or recruitment agency sales Knowledge of off-payroll working rules, contractor payroll compliance or Joint and Several Liability (desirable) Strong communication and relationship-building skills A proactive, target-driven approach What's On Offer A fully new business sales role The chance to join a growing payroll provider at a key stage of expansion Real influence and the opportunity to make your mark in a developing business Apply Today If you are an experienced Business Development Manager within umbrella payroll, Construction Industry Scheme payroll or recruitment agency solutions, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business with significant growth potential.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Business Development Manager - Bedfordshire Uncapped Commission New Business Focus High-Growth Provider Are you a driven Business Development professional who enjoys opening doors, winning new clients and building long-term partnerships? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing payroll provider with a strong reputation in the medical and healthcare recruitment sector, now expanding rapidly into the Construction Industry Scheme contractor payroll market. If you want to join early, influence growth and play a key role in shaping the future of the business, this role offers exactly that. The Opportunity As the Business Development Manager, you will focus entirely on securing new recruitment agency clients who require reliable, compliant Pay As You Earn umbrella payroll and Construction Industry Scheme contractor payroll solutions for their temporary workforce. You will represent the business across multiple recruitment sectors, helping it grow beyond its established healthcare client base. This is a pure new business role, ideal for someone who thrives in a sales-driven environment and enjoys building strong commercial relationships. Key Responsibilities New Business Development Identify and target recruitment agencies that require Pay As You Earn umbrella payroll or Construction Industry Scheme contractor payroll solutions Generate new business opportunities through outbound activity, networking and referrals Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients Client Engagement Develop relationships with recruitment consultants, directors and agency owners Present tailored Pay As You Earn umbrella payroll and Construction Industry Scheme solutions Manage the full sales process from initial contact through to signed partnership agreements Market Growth Support the company's expansion into the wider contractor payroll market Leverage the business's strong reputation within healthcare recruitment while opening opportunities in other sectors Stay informed on contractor legislation, including off-payroll working rules (commonly known as IR35) and Joint and Several Liability About You You are commercially minded, confident speaking with people at all levels and motivated by winning new business. You enjoy building relationships, identifying opportunities and helping clients solve payroll challenges. You will ideally have: Experience in Business Development or business-to-business sales A background in umbrella payroll, contractor services, Construction Industry Scheme payroll or recruitment agency sales Knowledge of off-payroll working rules, contractor payroll compliance or Joint and Several Liability (desirable) Strong communication and relationship-building skills A proactive, target-driven approach What's On Offer A fully new business sales role The chance to join a growing payroll provider at a key stage of expansion Real influence and the opportunity to make your mark in a developing business Apply Today If you are an experienced Business Development Manager within umbrella payroll, Construction Industry Scheme payroll or recruitment agency solutions, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business with significant growth potential.
Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our well-known Bedfordshire based client to recruit for a Software Procurement Manager. Purpose of job: To be responsible for the Procurement of Software Implement Software Procurement strategies Manage relationships with key suppliers across the category Ensure best practice procurement across the category including the development of the category strategy Key Skills and Experience required: Broad understanding across the IS Category with a particular emphasis on Software Procurement Experienced in a broad and diverse range of sourcing strategies An understanding of category management principals and having the ability to build a category strategy Excellent internal and external stakeholder management experience Strong market analysis skills Degree educated 50563DHR5 INDPRO The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our well-known Bedfordshire based client to recruit for a Software Procurement Manager. Purpose of job: To be responsible for the Procurement of Software Implement Software Procurement strategies Manage relationships with key suppliers across the category Ensure best practice procurement across the category including the development of the category strategy Key Skills and Experience required: Broad understanding across the IS Category with a particular emphasis on Software Procurement Experienced in a broad and diverse range of sourcing strategies An understanding of category management principals and having the ability to build a category strategy Excellent internal and external stakeholder management experience Strong market analysis skills Degree educated 50563DHR5 INDPRO The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
A rare opportunity has arisen for a Managing Director to lead a profitable, fast-growing British consumer brand entering its next phase of scale. The company has strong foundations, a loyal customer base, and significant headroom for expansion. They are backed by supportive investors and is now seeking an experienced MD to take full ownership of the business and drive long-term growth. About the Company They operate in the outdoor and active-family sector, creating practical, durable products designed to support everyday mobility and adventure. The brand has built a strong reputation for quality and reliability, and demand continues to grow both in the UK and internationally. The business is profitable and scaling steadily, with ambitious plans to expand into new categories, services, and markets. Alongside its core product offering, the company is developing a broader ecosystem to deepen customer engagement and extend lifetime value. Leadership Context The business has been founder-led to date and is now ready for a seasoned commercial leader to take the reins. The founder will remain involved at board level, providing continuity and strategic support while empowering the incoming MD to shape the next chapter. What you'll be doing as Managing Director This is a full P&L leadership position with responsibility for strategy, team leadership, commercial performance, and operational excellence. The company is open to different leadership profiles - whether commercially driven, operationally focused, or a blend of both - provided you bring the capability and ambition to scale a consumer brand. Commercial & Revenue Growth Own the P&L and drive multi-channel revenue across direct-to-consumer, marketplace, retail, and international channels Shape commercial strategy including pricing, channel mix, category expansion, and customer lifecycle opportunities Operations & Supply Chain Lead the end-to-end supply chain, ensuring resilience, efficiency, and scalability Strengthen systems, processes, and operational infrastructure to support growth Team & Culture Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing team Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement What we're looking for in a Managing Director Senior leader within a consumer products or consumer-led business - MD, CEO, COO, CMO or equivalent A full, UK driving licence Proven P&L ownership with a track record of driving revenue and margin growth Experience scaling operations and/or brand in a fast-growing environment Strong people leadership and confidence working with investors and a board Genuine interest in outdoor lifestyles, active living, or family-oriented products Able to be on-site regularly at the company's headquarters in the Bedfordshire region Company Values Growth-Minded - they set ambitious goals, learn quickly, and continually raise the bar. Practical & Creative - they solve problems with resourcefulness, efficiency, and a focus on outcomes. Collaborative & Accountable - they work as one team, support each other, and deliver on our commitments. To apply for this role as Managing Director, please get in touch with a brief overview of your background and what interests you about the role. All applications will be handled with complete confidentiality.Candidate Source Ltd is an advertising agency. Once you have submitted your application it will be passed to the third party Recruiter who is responsible for processing your application. This will include holding and sharing your personal data, our legal basis for this is legitimate interest subject to your declared interest in a job. Our privacy policy can be found on our website and we can be contacted to confirm who your application has been forwarded to.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
A rare opportunity has arisen for a Managing Director to lead a profitable, fast-growing British consumer brand entering its next phase of scale. The company has strong foundations, a loyal customer base, and significant headroom for expansion. They are backed by supportive investors and is now seeking an experienced MD to take full ownership of the business and drive long-term growth. About the Company They operate in the outdoor and active-family sector, creating practical, durable products designed to support everyday mobility and adventure. The brand has built a strong reputation for quality and reliability, and demand continues to grow both in the UK and internationally. The business is profitable and scaling steadily, with ambitious plans to expand into new categories, services, and markets. Alongside its core product offering, the company is developing a broader ecosystem to deepen customer engagement and extend lifetime value. Leadership Context The business has been founder-led to date and is now ready for a seasoned commercial leader to take the reins. The founder will remain involved at board level, providing continuity and strategic support while empowering the incoming MD to shape the next chapter. What you'll be doing as Managing Director This is a full P&L leadership position with responsibility for strategy, team leadership, commercial performance, and operational excellence. The company is open to different leadership profiles - whether commercially driven, operationally focused, or a blend of both - provided you bring the capability and ambition to scale a consumer brand. Commercial & Revenue Growth Own the P&L and drive multi-channel revenue across direct-to-consumer, marketplace, retail, and international channels Shape commercial strategy including pricing, channel mix, category expansion, and customer lifecycle opportunities Operations & Supply Chain Lead the end-to-end supply chain, ensuring resilience, efficiency, and scalability Strengthen systems, processes, and operational infrastructure to support growth Team & Culture Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing team Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement What we're looking for in a Managing Director Senior leader within a consumer products or consumer-led business - MD, CEO, COO, CMO or equivalent A full, UK driving licence Proven P&L ownership with a track record of driving revenue and margin growth Experience scaling operations and/or brand in a fast-growing environment Strong people leadership and confidence working with investors and a board Genuine interest in outdoor lifestyles, active living, or family-oriented products Able to be on-site regularly at the company's headquarters in the Bedfordshire region Company Values Growth-Minded - they set ambitious goals, learn quickly, and continually raise the bar. Practical & Creative - they solve problems with resourcefulness, efficiency, and a focus on outcomes. Collaborative & Accountable - they work as one team, support each other, and deliver on our commitments. To apply for this role as Managing Director, please get in touch with a brief overview of your background and what interests you about the role. All applications will be handled with complete confidentiality.Candidate Source Ltd is an advertising agency. Once you have submitted your application it will be passed to the third party Recruiter who is responsible for processing your application. This will include holding and sharing your personal data, our legal basis for this is legitimate interest subject to your declared interest in a job. Our privacy policy can be found on our website and we can be contacted to confirm who your application has been forwarded to.
Do you have planning/scheduling experience within a Engineering, Manufacturing, Production environment? DS Smith are currently looking for an Engineering Planner The Engineering Planner manages work schedules, resources, and timelines to ensure timely, safe, and cost-effective completion. Supporting the Engineering Manager and Engineering Supervisor to validate work completion to the required standard. Role: Engineering Planner Location: South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3PH Salary: 50k Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm (Flexible with shift pattern) Key Responsibilities: Scheduling & Planning: Create, maintain, and update detailed work schedules and programmes, including resource loading. Resource Allocation: Identify and manage the allocation of manpower, materials, and equipment. Progress Tracking: Meticulously track work progress, identifying discrepancies between planned and actual work. Risk Management: Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks associated with operational activities. Reporting & Communication: Produce progress reports and communicate with stakeholders regarding progress, delays, and necessary adjustments. Contractor Management: Work closely with contractors to ensure delivery in line with business requirements. Key Skills & Qualifications: Previous experience in an Engineering environment, with a focus on works planning activities. Strong analytical abilities to assess project data, analyse delay impacts, and optimise works schedules. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with clients, engineers, and stakeholders. Experience of working with SAP or a similar system would be desirable, but appropriate training will be provided. Benefits: Advice and editing on your current CV Paid holiday Chance to receive 300 for referring a friend Opportunity for progression into permanent roles Competitive rates of pay Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements. All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, DBS check and reference check.
Apr 29, 2026
Seasonal
Do you have planning/scheduling experience within a Engineering, Manufacturing, Production environment? DS Smith are currently looking for an Engineering Planner The Engineering Planner manages work schedules, resources, and timelines to ensure timely, safe, and cost-effective completion. Supporting the Engineering Manager and Engineering Supervisor to validate work completion to the required standard. Role: Engineering Planner Location: South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3PH Salary: 50k Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm (Flexible with shift pattern) Key Responsibilities: Scheduling & Planning: Create, maintain, and update detailed work schedules and programmes, including resource loading. Resource Allocation: Identify and manage the allocation of manpower, materials, and equipment. Progress Tracking: Meticulously track work progress, identifying discrepancies between planned and actual work. Risk Management: Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks associated with operational activities. Reporting & Communication: Produce progress reports and communicate with stakeholders regarding progress, delays, and necessary adjustments. Contractor Management: Work closely with contractors to ensure delivery in line with business requirements. Key Skills & Qualifications: Previous experience in an Engineering environment, with a focus on works planning activities. Strong analytical abilities to assess project data, analyse delay impacts, and optimise works schedules. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with clients, engineers, and stakeholders. Experience of working with SAP or a similar system would be desirable, but appropriate training will be provided. Benefits: Advice and editing on your current CV Paid holiday Chance to receive 300 for referring a friend Opportunity for progression into permanent roles Competitive rates of pay Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements. All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, DBS check and reference check.
We are seeking a high calibre Sales Director within the heavy construction materials sector. Client Details A unique and exciting Sales Director opportunity has arisen to lead a heavy construction materials manufacturer commercial team. The successful candidate will have a key focus on increasing market share and profit growth through driving bespoke projects and standard product sales of a range of heavy construction products and specialist solutions directly into tier 1 and tier 2 contractors. Description We are looking for a customer focussed Sales Leader with broad sales and wider commercial experience across the construction supply value chain with experience / exposure of working with Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors. The successful candidate will have proven sales leadership capabilities in a high-quality environment driving profitable sales performance, improving effective sales processes, systems and ways of working to grow sales capability as well as ensuring tenders/contracts are managed end to end fairly. Profile The successful candidate will already be working within the B2B construction products supply industry with large customer supply experience into Tier 1 and Tier 2 Contractors. It is also imperative that the chosen candidate has an open leadership style with strong values and the ability and ambition to progress their career long term in a market leading group. Ideal location for the successful candidate would be the Cambridgeshire / East Anglia region but flexible for the ideal candidate. Job Offer Executive salary and benefits package on offer for the successful candidate.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a high calibre Sales Director within the heavy construction materials sector. Client Details A unique and exciting Sales Director opportunity has arisen to lead a heavy construction materials manufacturer commercial team. The successful candidate will have a key focus on increasing market share and profit growth through driving bespoke projects and standard product sales of a range of heavy construction products and specialist solutions directly into tier 1 and tier 2 contractors. Description We are looking for a customer focussed Sales Leader with broad sales and wider commercial experience across the construction supply value chain with experience / exposure of working with Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors. The successful candidate will have proven sales leadership capabilities in a high-quality environment driving profitable sales performance, improving effective sales processes, systems and ways of working to grow sales capability as well as ensuring tenders/contracts are managed end to end fairly. Profile The successful candidate will already be working within the B2B construction products supply industry with large customer supply experience into Tier 1 and Tier 2 Contractors. It is also imperative that the chosen candidate has an open leadership style with strong values and the ability and ambition to progress their career long term in a market leading group. Ideal location for the successful candidate would be the Cambridgeshire / East Anglia region but flexible for the ideal candidate. Job Offer Executive salary and benefits package on offer for the successful candidate.
Class 2 Driver Multi-Drop Alcohol Deliveries Immediate Start Bedford Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire Pay Rate: £17.79 per hour Job Type: Full-time, Temp to Perm Schedule: Monday to Friday (occasional weekends during peak periods) Join Our Team as a Class 2 Driver in Bedford Are you a dependable Class 2 Driver looking for steady, well-paid work with long-term potential? Were recruiting a professional click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
Class 2 Driver Multi-Drop Alcohol Deliveries Immediate Start Bedford Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire Pay Rate: £17.79 per hour Job Type: Full-time, Temp to Perm Schedule: Monday to Friday (occasional weekends during peak periods) Join Our Team as a Class 2 Driver in Bedford Are you a dependable Class 2 Driver looking for steady, well-paid work with long-term potential? Were recruiting a professional click apply for full job details
A leading low-cost airline in Luton is seeking a Procurement Manager for Engineering and Maintenance. You will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, conducting procurement processes, and delivering cost savings. The ideal candidate has experience in procurement within the aviation sector, strong negotiation skills, and a relevant degree. This full-time role supports hybrid working, with 40 hours per week and additional benefits including a potential bonus and staff travel perks.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
A leading low-cost airline in Luton is seeking a Procurement Manager for Engineering and Maintenance. You will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, conducting procurement processes, and delivering cost savings. The ideal candidate has experience in procurement within the aviation sector, strong negotiation skills, and a relevant degree. This full-time role supports hybrid working, with 40 hours per week and additional benefits including a potential bonus and staff travel perks.
Nursery Room Leader Contract Type: Part Time Permanent Hours: 32 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.27 per hour Flitwick Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to inspire children's natural curiosity and support their development. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we encourage children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating setting. We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident early years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We Offer: A welcoming and supportive team environment A thorough induction and buddy system Ongoing professional development and leadership training Career progression opportunities within Family First A strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance Competitive salary and benefits package Requirements Lead and support a team of practitioners within the room to deliver high-quality care and education Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all children at all times Oversee planning and implementation of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework Act as a Key Person and support team members in their Key Person roles Monitor children's development and ensure observations and assessments are completed to a high standard Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and role modelling best practice Ensure the learning environment is safe, stimulating, and inclusive Work closely with parents and carers, building strong and positive relationships Support transitions for children within the nursery Ensure compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain high standards across the nursery Support the day-to-day running of the room, including staff deployment and ratios Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuous professional development What We're Looking For Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) - essential Previous experience working within an early years setting - essential Experience leading or supporting a team - desirable Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements Excellent communication and organisational skills Passion for delivering high-quality early years education Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Flitwick Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Contract Type: Part Time Permanent Hours: 32 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.27 per hour Flitwick Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to inspire children's natural curiosity and support their development. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we encourage children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating setting. We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident early years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We Offer: A welcoming and supportive team environment A thorough induction and buddy system Ongoing professional development and leadership training Career progression opportunities within Family First A strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance Competitive salary and benefits package Requirements Lead and support a team of practitioners within the room to deliver high-quality care and education Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all children at all times Oversee planning and implementation of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework Act as a Key Person and support team members in their Key Person roles Monitor children's development and ensure observations and assessments are completed to a high standard Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and role modelling best practice Ensure the learning environment is safe, stimulating, and inclusive Work closely with parents and carers, building strong and positive relationships Support transitions for children within the nursery Ensure compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain high standards across the nursery Support the day-to-day running of the room, including staff deployment and ratios Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuous professional development What We're Looking For Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) - essential Previous experience working within an early years setting - essential Experience leading or supporting a team - desirable Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements Excellent communication and organisational skills Passion for delivering high-quality early years education Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Flitwick Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Job Description Leonardo UK (Luton) is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to provide independent, technical Quality Engineering support to Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) delivering complex avionics and defence electronic hardware. As Principal Quality Engineer for GCAP (Global Combat Air Programme) you are responsible for leading quality assurance of products, services and processes whilst ensuring compliance with contractual, regulatory, and industry standards across the full product/programme lifecycle. Future Combat Air (FCA) is at the start of this journey. This role with be vital within requirements and design through manufacture, verification, release, and in-service support. The Quality function provides assurance, problem solving expertise, and objective challenge to support delivery at pace without compromising safety or compliance. Your Impact As a senior member of the Quality team, you will provide full product assurance throughout the IPT by: Providing independent quality assurance to avionics and electronic hardware projects within the FCA Line of Business. Working with Software Quality Assurance colleagues to assure the Software and Firmware elements work seamlessly with the hardware. Assuring compliance with contractual requirements, company processes, and applicable regulatory and industry standards. Creating and maintaining risk based Quality Plans aligned to programme and customer requirements. Supporting design, manufacturing, verification, and acceptance activities across the hardware lifecycle. Working with Supplier Quality Assurance colleagues to assure supplier and subcontractor capability and compliance with required quality standards Conducting project assessments and audits against approved plans and processes. Leading investigation of non conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Representing Quality at technical, lifecycle, and maturity reviews. Performing conformity reviews, supporting configuration audits, and supporting final product acceptance and release. What you'll bring Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Physics, Electronics, or a related technical discipline OR Significant experience in Quality Engineering within an avionics, aerospace, defence, or other safety critical hardware environment. Demonstrated experience providing independent quality assurance across the full hardware lifecycle (requirements, design, manufacture, verification, and release). Working knowledge of aerospace and defence quality standards (e.g. AS9100, AS9145, Auditing). Strong technical understanding of hardware development and manufacturing processes. Experience applying quality principles and assurance techniques across complex product lifecycles. Analytical approach to problem solving and continuous improvement. If you have any of the following it would be advantageous Formal quality qualification (e.g. Chartered Quality Professional, ISO 9001/AS9100 Lead Auditor, or equivalent). Knowledge of configuration management and product acceptance processes in regulated environments. Experience supporting certification or airworthiness activities. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role will require National Security Vetting to SC level. It is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. A range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) will apply, this will include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type Permanent Hybrid Working Hybrid
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job Description Leonardo UK (Luton) is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to provide independent, technical Quality Engineering support to Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) delivering complex avionics and defence electronic hardware. As Principal Quality Engineer for GCAP (Global Combat Air Programme) you are responsible for leading quality assurance of products, services and processes whilst ensuring compliance with contractual, regulatory, and industry standards across the full product/programme lifecycle. Future Combat Air (FCA) is at the start of this journey. This role with be vital within requirements and design through manufacture, verification, release, and in-service support. The Quality function provides assurance, problem solving expertise, and objective challenge to support delivery at pace without compromising safety or compliance. Your Impact As a senior member of the Quality team, you will provide full product assurance throughout the IPT by: Providing independent quality assurance to avionics and electronic hardware projects within the FCA Line of Business. Working with Software Quality Assurance colleagues to assure the Software and Firmware elements work seamlessly with the hardware. Assuring compliance with contractual requirements, company processes, and applicable regulatory and industry standards. Creating and maintaining risk based Quality Plans aligned to programme and customer requirements. Supporting design, manufacturing, verification, and acceptance activities across the hardware lifecycle. Working with Supplier Quality Assurance colleagues to assure supplier and subcontractor capability and compliance with required quality standards Conducting project assessments and audits against approved plans and processes. Leading investigation of non conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Representing Quality at technical, lifecycle, and maturity reviews. Performing conformity reviews, supporting configuration audits, and supporting final product acceptance and release. What you'll bring Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Physics, Electronics, or a related technical discipline OR Significant experience in Quality Engineering within an avionics, aerospace, defence, or other safety critical hardware environment. Demonstrated experience providing independent quality assurance across the full hardware lifecycle (requirements, design, manufacture, verification, and release). Working knowledge of aerospace and defence quality standards (e.g. AS9100, AS9145, Auditing). Strong technical understanding of hardware development and manufacturing processes. Experience applying quality principles and assurance techniques across complex product lifecycles. Analytical approach to problem solving and continuous improvement. If you have any of the following it would be advantageous Formal quality qualification (e.g. Chartered Quality Professional, ISO 9001/AS9100 Lead Auditor, or equivalent). Knowledge of configuration management and product acceptance processes in regulated environments. Experience supporting certification or airworthiness activities. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role will require National Security Vetting to SC level. It is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. A range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) will apply, this will include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type Permanent Hybrid Working Hybrid
Commercial Property Solicitor (2+ PQE) - Bedford. We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded firm for a Commercial Property Solicitor to join their friendly and expanding team based in Bedford. THE ROLE: You will handle a broad and varied caseload of commercial property matters, including:• Sale and purchase of commercial and mixed-use properties and land • Secured lending, mortgages, refinancing, and bridging loans • Transfers of equity • Landlord and tenant matters • Transactions involving pension schemes SKILLS REQUIRED: To be successful in this role, you will:• Be a qualified solicitor with 2-3 years PQE in Commercial Property • Demonstrate strong technical knowledge across a range of property transactions • Possess excellent organisational and IT skills • Be confident managing your own caseload • Enjoy working as part of a collaborative and supportive team ON OFFER: • £50-60k (flexible DOE)• A varied and high-quality caseload • A welcoming, experienced, and growing team • Genuine opportunities for career development • Competitive salary and benefits package • This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer with 2+ years' PQE and solid experience in commercial property work to take the next step in their career within a supportive and approachable environment.If you are looking to join a reputable firm where your contribution is valued and your career can progress, we would love to hear from you. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Steph at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Commercial Property Solicitor (2+ PQE) - Bedford. We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded firm for a Commercial Property Solicitor to join their friendly and expanding team based in Bedford. THE ROLE: You will handle a broad and varied caseload of commercial property matters, including:• Sale and purchase of commercial and mixed-use properties and land • Secured lending, mortgages, refinancing, and bridging loans • Transfers of equity • Landlord and tenant matters • Transactions involving pension schemes SKILLS REQUIRED: To be successful in this role, you will:• Be a qualified solicitor with 2-3 years PQE in Commercial Property • Demonstrate strong technical knowledge across a range of property transactions • Possess excellent organisational and IT skills • Be confident managing your own caseload • Enjoy working as part of a collaborative and supportive team ON OFFER: • £50-60k (flexible DOE)• A varied and high-quality caseload • A welcoming, experienced, and growing team • Genuine opportunities for career development • Competitive salary and benefits package • This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer with 2+ years' PQE and solid experience in commercial property work to take the next step in their career within a supportive and approachable environment.If you are looking to join a reputable firm where your contribution is valued and your career can progress, we would love to hear from you. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Steph at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Private Client Solicitor (3+ PQE) - Bedford. A well-established national law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its thriving Bedford office. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and client-focused lawyer to take ownership of a varied caseload while contributing to the continued growth of a highly regarded team. THE ROLE: You'll provide strategic, tailored advice to clients, building strong relationships and delivering an excellent client experience. Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, you'll also play an active role in business development and networking to help grow the private client offering both locally and across the wider firm. You will manage your own busy and diverse caseload, advising clients across a broad range of private client matters, including:• Wills • Probate and estate administration • Tax and trusts • Powers of Attorney / Lasting Powers of Attorney • Advising and safeguarding the interests of elderly clients • Court of Protection matters SKILLS REQUIRED: • Minimum of 3 years' PQE in private client work• Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of private client matters • A compassionate, empathetic approach combined with practical advice delivery • Confidence in managing your own caseload independently • Strong communication and relationship-building skills ON OFFER: • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package • Hybrid working arrangements • A supportive, team-oriented culture • High-quality, varied work with genuine career progression opportunities If you're looking to join a forward-thinking firm where you can make a real impact while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Steph at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Private Client Solicitor (3+ PQE) - Bedford. A well-established national law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its thriving Bedford office. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and client-focused lawyer to take ownership of a varied caseload while contributing to the continued growth of a highly regarded team. THE ROLE: You'll provide strategic, tailored advice to clients, building strong relationships and delivering an excellent client experience. Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, you'll also play an active role in business development and networking to help grow the private client offering both locally and across the wider firm. You will manage your own busy and diverse caseload, advising clients across a broad range of private client matters, including:• Wills • Probate and estate administration • Tax and trusts • Powers of Attorney / Lasting Powers of Attorney • Advising and safeguarding the interests of elderly clients • Court of Protection matters SKILLS REQUIRED: • Minimum of 3 years' PQE in private client work• Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of private client matters • A compassionate, empathetic approach combined with practical advice delivery • Confidence in managing your own caseload independently • Strong communication and relationship-building skills ON OFFER: • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package • Hybrid working arrangements • A supportive, team-oriented culture • High-quality, varied work with genuine career progression opportunities If you're looking to join a forward-thinking firm where you can make a real impact while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Steph at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Job Description - Procurement Manager - Engineering and Maintenance (16856) Job Description Procurement Manager - Engineering and Maintenance ( 16856 ) Description We are easyJet - a FTSE listed, multi-billion pound low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. If you're reading this, you have probably already been an easyJet customer, and you'll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange!) travel brand in Europe. We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues. We're on a mission to make low-cost travel easy - and whatever your role here, you'll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe's best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service. What makes us easyJet? Our Promise Behaviours - we are Safe, Bold, Welcoming and Challenging. Four Behaviours. One Spirit. One easyJet. READ ON IF YOU Have experience in procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management within engineering and maintenance of an airline or airline supplier (essential) Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, delivering commercial value, and building strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers Can be in our fantastic Luton head office 3 x per week THE TEAM The Procurement Team manages a significant proportion of easyJet's external spend and revenue, amounting to over £3 billion per annum. This covers Customer, Operations including Engineering and Maintenance, Fuel and Ground Handling, Commercial, Business, Corporate, Finance, People and IT functions. You'll join a team that is central to easyJet's continued growth and success. THE ROLE As Procurement Manager, you'll focus initially on the Engineering & Maintenance category, reporting to the Lead Procurement Manager (E&M). You'll be responsible for sourcing heavy and light base maintenance, line maintenance, spares components, powerplant and airframe requirements across all easyJet locations. You'll deliver the Procurement Category Plan, complete spend and market analysis, engage stakeholders and suppliers, and drive value through end-to-end tender processes. You'll actively seek opportunities to deliver cost savings, ensure robust contractual coverage, and maintain accurate records of contracts and suppliers. You'll manage supplier relationships at account manager level, promote great supplier relationship management, and support business partners in resolving supplier issues. You'll continually learn about industry developments to keep the Category Strategy progressive and meaningful. Requirements of the Role WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Experience of engineering and maintenance categories within the aviation industry. Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience. A formal CIPS qualification is an advantage. Strong negotiator and influencer with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at a variety of levels. Understanding of complex specifications and contract scopes. Ability to analyse large amounts of detailed financial information accurately. Experience completing robust competitive sourcing processes including tendering. Ability to persuade suppliers to improve their offer even with limited leverage. Open to new ways of doing things and views change as an opportunity. Understands business and external environment, is cost conscious and considers long-term implications WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN Up to 20% maximum bonus 7% pension contributions Medical Cash Plan Excellent staff travel benefits 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday Various flexible benefits and extras PRACTICALITIES This full-time role will be based in Luton and will be 40 hours per week. We support hybrid working and we spend 60% of our time per month in the office. REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at . We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation. Business Area Finance
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job Description - Procurement Manager - Engineering and Maintenance (16856) Job Description Procurement Manager - Engineering and Maintenance ( 16856 ) Description We are easyJet - a FTSE listed, multi-billion pound low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. If you're reading this, you have probably already been an easyJet customer, and you'll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange!) travel brand in Europe. We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues. We're on a mission to make low-cost travel easy - and whatever your role here, you'll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe's best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service. What makes us easyJet? Our Promise Behaviours - we are Safe, Bold, Welcoming and Challenging. Four Behaviours. One Spirit. One easyJet. READ ON IF YOU Have experience in procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management within engineering and maintenance of an airline or airline supplier (essential) Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, delivering commercial value, and building strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers Can be in our fantastic Luton head office 3 x per week THE TEAM The Procurement Team manages a significant proportion of easyJet's external spend and revenue, amounting to over £3 billion per annum. This covers Customer, Operations including Engineering and Maintenance, Fuel and Ground Handling, Commercial, Business, Corporate, Finance, People and IT functions. You'll join a team that is central to easyJet's continued growth and success. THE ROLE As Procurement Manager, you'll focus initially on the Engineering & Maintenance category, reporting to the Lead Procurement Manager (E&M). You'll be responsible for sourcing heavy and light base maintenance, line maintenance, spares components, powerplant and airframe requirements across all easyJet locations. You'll deliver the Procurement Category Plan, complete spend and market analysis, engage stakeholders and suppliers, and drive value through end-to-end tender processes. You'll actively seek opportunities to deliver cost savings, ensure robust contractual coverage, and maintain accurate records of contracts and suppliers. You'll manage supplier relationships at account manager level, promote great supplier relationship management, and support business partners in resolving supplier issues. You'll continually learn about industry developments to keep the Category Strategy progressive and meaningful. Requirements of the Role WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Experience of engineering and maintenance categories within the aviation industry. Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience. A formal CIPS qualification is an advantage. Strong negotiator and influencer with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at a variety of levels. Understanding of complex specifications and contract scopes. Ability to analyse large amounts of detailed financial information accurately. Experience completing robust competitive sourcing processes including tendering. Ability to persuade suppliers to improve their offer even with limited leverage. Open to new ways of doing things and views change as an opportunity. Understands business and external environment, is cost conscious and considers long-term implications WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN Up to 20% maximum bonus 7% pension contributions Medical Cash Plan Excellent staff travel benefits 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday Various flexible benefits and extras PRACTICALITIES This full-time role will be based in Luton and will be 40 hours per week. We support hybrid working and we spend 60% of our time per month in the office. REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at . We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation. Business Area Finance
Acre Wood Day Nursery Room Leader Full Time up to 40 Hours Per Week Hourly: £14.20 per hour Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families. Our nursery is open from 7:00am - 18:15pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities : Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acrewood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Acre Wood Day Nursery Room Leader Full Time up to 40 Hours Per Week Hourly: £14.20 per hour Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families. Our nursery is open from 7:00am - 18:15pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities : Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acrewood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
The Skills People Group are a national provider of NVQ, Apprenticeships, Programmes for the unemployed and Compliance training. We specialise in both commercial and funded training and are proud to be nationally recognised as one of the UK s largest private training providers. We are currently recruiting for a highly organised Business Development Manager to join our existing team. This Role is responsible for engaging with construction businesses and driving sales and is predominantly an external role, requiring the successful candidate to travel widely. We currently have delivery ongoing in the Bedfordshire area, with travel within these regions. The successful candidate will undertake the following main Duties and Responsibilities: Establish, build and maintain partnerships with a wide portfolio of existing and potential partners to fulfil the business needs through regular contact and account management. To pro-actively contact new & existing clients by telephone to sell & make such clients aware of the business s training course portfolio which includes Private NVQ s Level 2 to Level 7 and Commercial sales (Health & Safety Courses, First Aid, IPAF and Temp Works plus many others) Actively seek new business opportunities with existing and potential clients Identifying and implementing partnership opportunities within the company Achieving Set monthly targets. Develop a network of relationships with construction companies. Maintain an excellent level of product knowledge and understanding of all funding opportunities. Attend networking events and other promotional opportunities, maintaining a professional and credible profile on behalf of the company - these may be outside of normal working hours, so some flexibility is required. Maintain accurate records of specified development activity and provide timely and consistent data using the companies CRM systems. The ideal candidate must possess the following Skills, Experience and Qualities: A proven sales background within Construction A passion for exceeding sales targets and set KPI s Proven time management skills Problem Solving Skills Relationship Building Skills Experience of building bespoke training courses that meet our client s requirements Experience in the delivery of construction NVQ s and apprenticeships within construction The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications: Educated to a minimum of A Level qualification or equivalent In return, Skills People Group will give you: A competitive salary Bonus subject to performance 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays plus two days additional annual leave following two years service Holiday buy and sell scheme Employer contributory pension scheme Health Cash Back Scheme Annual Volunteering Day Referral programme A challenging and rewarding role in a successful and growing business Schedule: 8.00 am 4.00 pm Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: Performance-related bonus Work Location: Remotely within the Portsmouth area
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
The Skills People Group are a national provider of NVQ, Apprenticeships, Programmes for the unemployed and Compliance training. We specialise in both commercial and funded training and are proud to be nationally recognised as one of the UK s largest private training providers. We are currently recruiting for a highly organised Business Development Manager to join our existing team. This Role is responsible for engaging with construction businesses and driving sales and is predominantly an external role, requiring the successful candidate to travel widely. We currently have delivery ongoing in the Bedfordshire area, with travel within these regions. The successful candidate will undertake the following main Duties and Responsibilities: Establish, build and maintain partnerships with a wide portfolio of existing and potential partners to fulfil the business needs through regular contact and account management. To pro-actively contact new & existing clients by telephone to sell & make such clients aware of the business s training course portfolio which includes Private NVQ s Level 2 to Level 7 and Commercial sales (Health & Safety Courses, First Aid, IPAF and Temp Works plus many others) Actively seek new business opportunities with existing and potential clients Identifying and implementing partnership opportunities within the company Achieving Set monthly targets. Develop a network of relationships with construction companies. Maintain an excellent level of product knowledge and understanding of all funding opportunities. Attend networking events and other promotional opportunities, maintaining a professional and credible profile on behalf of the company - these may be outside of normal working hours, so some flexibility is required. Maintain accurate records of specified development activity and provide timely and consistent data using the companies CRM systems. The ideal candidate must possess the following Skills, Experience and Qualities: A proven sales background within Construction A passion for exceeding sales targets and set KPI s Proven time management skills Problem Solving Skills Relationship Building Skills Experience of building bespoke training courses that meet our client s requirements Experience in the delivery of construction NVQ s and apprenticeships within construction The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications: Educated to a minimum of A Level qualification or equivalent In return, Skills People Group will give you: A competitive salary Bonus subject to performance 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays plus two days additional annual leave following two years service Holiday buy and sell scheme Employer contributory pension scheme Health Cash Back Scheme Annual Volunteering Day Referral programme A challenging and rewarding role in a successful and growing business Schedule: 8.00 am 4.00 pm Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: Performance-related bonus Work Location: Remotely within the Portsmouth area
Savers is one of the UK's fastest-growing discount retailers, with 520+ stores bringing great value and brilliant service to high streets nationwide. We're energetic, down-to-earth and all about people - helping our teams grow, develop and build real careers. No two days are the same here; you'll roll up your sleeves, make an impact and be part of a culture that genuinely cares. In 2026, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why! Role Purpose:A brilliant opportunity for someone with real retail know-how who's ready to use their store experience in a fresh, exciting way. If you're currently working in a retail environment but fancy something a little different, this could be exactly what you're looking for!To build and maintain store plans in collaboration with the Commercial, Supply Chain and Operations teams, ensuring the most optimised, commercial and shop-friendly merchandising plans are rolled out across the estate. This role plays a key part in driving sales, improving customer experience, and ensuring the right stock is placed in the right location. A typical day in this role includes: Mock Shop & Stock Handling Manage stock movement in and out of the mock shopEnsure all stock required for builds is available by requesting cases or arranging IBTsMaintain the Hub Store and mock shop to the highest RMS standards Weekly & Routine Tasks Review weekly new and discontinued lines in store to ensure planner accuracyIdentify key stock issues and escalate to relevant departmentsKeep plans, picture libraries and guidance materials up to date Commercial & Operational Collaboration Support the manager where necessary, including assisting in commercial and operational reviews and implementing requested changesPrepare clear, execution ready guidance pictures for stores-ready guidance pictures for storesCirculate finalised plans to stores and all relevant departmentsProvide accurate ad hoc plan updates when requiredMeet deadlines for all plan preparation and section buildsSupport continuous improvement of RMS through insight and feedback RMS Plan Building & Merchandising Build full RMS sections from scratch through to final sign-offMerchandise bays to be visually strong, shoppable and commercially optimisedBuild plans that cover 90% of store formats using Macro Space analysisUse Excel planners and databases to optimise layouts and facingsCapture accurate data (facings, shelves, bays) to translate physical layouts into virtual plannersPrepare planners for RAMS and update weekly with all new and discontinued lines This job is a good fit for you if you: Have experience working in a Retail store and understand day-to-day processesAre confident in merchandising and stock managementCan challenge product flow and highlight pinch points between involved departmentsCommunicate effectively with multiple departmentsAre proficient in using Microsoft 365Are able to travel to and work from Head Office based in Dunstable at least three days a week, and are also flexible to travel to stores when required.
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
Savers is one of the UK's fastest-growing discount retailers, with 520+ stores bringing great value and brilliant service to high streets nationwide. We're energetic, down-to-earth and all about people - helping our teams grow, develop and build real careers. No two days are the same here; you'll roll up your sleeves, make an impact and be part of a culture that genuinely cares. In 2026, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why! Role Purpose:A brilliant opportunity for someone with real retail know-how who's ready to use their store experience in a fresh, exciting way. If you're currently working in a retail environment but fancy something a little different, this could be exactly what you're looking for!To build and maintain store plans in collaboration with the Commercial, Supply Chain and Operations teams, ensuring the most optimised, commercial and shop-friendly merchandising plans are rolled out across the estate. This role plays a key part in driving sales, improving customer experience, and ensuring the right stock is placed in the right location. A typical day in this role includes: Mock Shop & Stock Handling Manage stock movement in and out of the mock shopEnsure all stock required for builds is available by requesting cases or arranging IBTsMaintain the Hub Store and mock shop to the highest RMS standards Weekly & Routine Tasks Review weekly new and discontinued lines in store to ensure planner accuracyIdentify key stock issues and escalate to relevant departmentsKeep plans, picture libraries and guidance materials up to date Commercial & Operational Collaboration Support the manager where necessary, including assisting in commercial and operational reviews and implementing requested changesPrepare clear, execution ready guidance pictures for stores-ready guidance pictures for storesCirculate finalised plans to stores and all relevant departmentsProvide accurate ad hoc plan updates when requiredMeet deadlines for all plan preparation and section buildsSupport continuous improvement of RMS through insight and feedback RMS Plan Building & Merchandising Build full RMS sections from scratch through to final sign-offMerchandise bays to be visually strong, shoppable and commercially optimisedBuild plans that cover 90% of store formats using Macro Space analysisUse Excel planners and databases to optimise layouts and facingsCapture accurate data (facings, shelves, bays) to translate physical layouts into virtual plannersPrepare planners for RAMS and update weekly with all new and discontinued lines This job is a good fit for you if you: Have experience working in a Retail store and understand day-to-day processesAre confident in merchandising and stock managementCan challenge product flow and highlight pinch points between involved departmentsCommunicate effectively with multiple departmentsAre proficient in using Microsoft 365Are able to travel to and work from Head Office based in Dunstable at least three days a week, and are also flexible to travel to stores when required.
Acre Wood Day Nursery Room Leader Full Time up to 40 Hours Per Week Hourly: £14.20 per hour Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families. Our nursery is open from 7:00am - 18:15pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities : Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acrewood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Acre Wood Day Nursery Room Leader Full Time up to 40 Hours Per Week Hourly: £14.20 per hour Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families. Our nursery is open from 7:00am - 18:15pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities : Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acrewood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Acre Wood Day Nursery Room Leader Full Time up to 40 Hours Per Week Hourly: £14.20 per hour Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families. Our nursery is open from 7:00am - 18:15pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities : Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acrewood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Acre Wood Day Nursery Room Leader Full Time up to 40 Hours Per Week Hourly: £14.20 per hour Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families. Our nursery is open from 7:00am - 18:15pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities : Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acrewood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Fabricator Location: Dunstable Start Date: Immediate Pay Rate: £13.50 £15.00 per hour Shift: Monday to Friday - 7am to 4.30pm We are seeking a motivated semi skilled individual to work in a non traditional fabrication role, operating a handheld laser welding system. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an assembly or light fabrication background who is looking to develop fabrication skills using modern laser technology. Key Responsibilities of this Fabricator Role: • Operate a handheld laser welding system for fabrication tasks • Read and work from basic engineering drawings • Carry out fabrication and assembly activities to specification • Prepare components and materials prior to welding • Ensure work is completed to quality and safety standards • Support continuous improvement as the laser welding process is developed • Maintain good housekeeping within the fabrication area • Follow all health & safety procedures at all times Skills & Experience Required fo r this Fabricator Role: • Ability to read and understand basic fabrication / engineering drawings • Previous experience in assembly, light fabrication or manufacturing • Operator or production experience within a workshop environment • Willingness to learn and master new laser welding technology • Fabrication background advantageous but not essential • No MIG/TIG welding experience required • Good manual dexterity and attention to detail • Positive attitude and willingness to develop new skills Training & Development: • Full training provided on the handheld laser welding system • System can typically be learnt in a short period • Opportunity to become the site specialist for this technology What s on Offer: • Permanent role with ASAP start available • Competitive hourly rate of £13.50 £15.00, depending on experience • Long term opportunity to grow within fabrication using modern equipment • Supportive environment with hands on training Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website. INDMAN
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Fabricator Location: Dunstable Start Date: Immediate Pay Rate: £13.50 £15.00 per hour Shift: Monday to Friday - 7am to 4.30pm We are seeking a motivated semi skilled individual to work in a non traditional fabrication role, operating a handheld laser welding system. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an assembly or light fabrication background who is looking to develop fabrication skills using modern laser technology. Key Responsibilities of this Fabricator Role: • Operate a handheld laser welding system for fabrication tasks • Read and work from basic engineering drawings • Carry out fabrication and assembly activities to specification • Prepare components and materials prior to welding • Ensure work is completed to quality and safety standards • Support continuous improvement as the laser welding process is developed • Maintain good housekeeping within the fabrication area • Follow all health & safety procedures at all times Skills & Experience Required fo r this Fabricator Role: • Ability to read and understand basic fabrication / engineering drawings • Previous experience in assembly, light fabrication or manufacturing • Operator or production experience within a workshop environment • Willingness to learn and master new laser welding technology • Fabrication background advantageous but not essential • No MIG/TIG welding experience required • Good manual dexterity and attention to detail • Positive attitude and willingness to develop new skills Training & Development: • Full training provided on the handheld laser welding system • System can typically be learnt in a short period • Opportunity to become the site specialist for this technology What s on Offer: • Permanent role with ASAP start available • Competitive hourly rate of £13.50 £15.00, depending on experience • Long term opportunity to grow within fabrication using modern equipment • Supportive environment with hands on training Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website. INDMAN
Company description: Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Company description: Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries click apply for full job details
Acre Wood Day Nursery Room Leader Full Time up to 40 Hours Per Week Hourly: £14.20 per hour Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families. Our nursery is open from 7:00am - 18:15pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities : Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acrewood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Acre Wood Day Nursery Room Leader Full Time up to 40 Hours Per Week Hourly: £14.20 per hour Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families. Our nursery is open from 7:00am - 18:15pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities : Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acrewood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Job Title: Team Leader Food Manufacturing (Meat Processing) Location: Potton Shift: Day Shift Monday to Friday, 06 30 (flexibility required) Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent (Temp-to-Perm) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to oversee daily operations within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, specialising in meat products such as pork and beef sausages, different pies, bacons etc. The successful candidate will lead a production team to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with food safety standards. Key Responsibilities Supervise and coordinate a team of production operatives on the factory floor Ensure production targets and deadlines are consistently met Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality control Monitor staff performance and provide guidance, training, and support Ensure compliance with all health & safety regulations and company policies Complete production documentation accurately and on time Liaise with management and other departments to ensure smooth operations Identify and resolve operational issues promptly Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production process Requirements Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment (meat processing preferred) Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role Strong understanding of food safety standards (e.g. HACCP) Ability to work in a chilled environment handling pork and beef products Good leadership, communication, and organisational skills Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Flexibility to work additional hours when required Working Conditions Chilled factory environment Handling raw meat products (pork, beef, etc.) PPE must be worn at all times
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Team Leader Food Manufacturing (Meat Processing) Location: Potton Shift: Day Shift Monday to Friday, 06 30 (flexibility required) Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent (Temp-to-Perm) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to oversee daily operations within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, specialising in meat products such as pork and beef sausages, different pies, bacons etc. The successful candidate will lead a production team to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with food safety standards. Key Responsibilities Supervise and coordinate a team of production operatives on the factory floor Ensure production targets and deadlines are consistently met Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality control Monitor staff performance and provide guidance, training, and support Ensure compliance with all health & safety regulations and company policies Complete production documentation accurately and on time Liaise with management and other departments to ensure smooth operations Identify and resolve operational issues promptly Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production process Requirements Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment (meat processing preferred) Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role Strong understanding of food safety standards (e.g. HACCP) Ability to work in a chilled environment handling pork and beef products Good leadership, communication, and organisational skills Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Flexibility to work additional hours when required Working Conditions Chilled factory environment Handling raw meat products (pork, beef, etc.) PPE must be worn at all times
Forklift Driver Location: Dunstable Start Date: Immediate Pay Rate: £13.50 £14.50 per hour We are looking for a reliable and hands on semi skilled operative to support goods handling, forklift operations and general workshop activities. This is a mixed role involving goods in/out, loading and unloading large or awkward items, and assisting with fabrication and housekeeping tasks. Key Responsibilities for this Forklift Driver role: Loading and unloading goods, including large and awkwardly shaped materials Operating a forklift truck on a daily basis Moving materials to and from storage bays and work areas Supplying materials to saws and fabrication areas as required Supporting goods in and goods out processes Maintaining good housekeeping standards across the site Providing general assistance to the fabrication team Working safely and following all health & safety procedures Skills & Experience Required for this Forklift Driver role: Previous forklift driving experience essential Confident and competent forklift operator Experience handling large, heavy or irregular loads Multi directional forklift licence desirable but not essential - Training will be provided if required Practical, hands on approach with good team attitude Ability to work independently and follow instructions Strong awareness of health and safety in a workshop or warehouse environment What s on Offer: Permanent role with immediate start available Hourly rate of £13.50 £14.50, depending on experience Full training on multidirectional forklift, if not already qualified Stable role within a hands on, operational environment Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website. INDMAN
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Forklift Driver Location: Dunstable Start Date: Immediate Pay Rate: £13.50 £14.50 per hour We are looking for a reliable and hands on semi skilled operative to support goods handling, forklift operations and general workshop activities. This is a mixed role involving goods in/out, loading and unloading large or awkward items, and assisting with fabrication and housekeeping tasks. Key Responsibilities for this Forklift Driver role: Loading and unloading goods, including large and awkwardly shaped materials Operating a forklift truck on a daily basis Moving materials to and from storage bays and work areas Supplying materials to saws and fabrication areas as required Supporting goods in and goods out processes Maintaining good housekeeping standards across the site Providing general assistance to the fabrication team Working safely and following all health & safety procedures Skills & Experience Required for this Forklift Driver role: Previous forklift driving experience essential Confident and competent forklift operator Experience handling large, heavy or irregular loads Multi directional forklift licence desirable but not essential - Training will be provided if required Practical, hands on approach with good team attitude Ability to work independently and follow instructions Strong awareness of health and safety in a workshop or warehouse environment What s on Offer: Permanent role with immediate start available Hourly rate of £13.50 £14.50, depending on experience Full training on multidirectional forklift, if not already qualified Stable role within a hands on, operational environment Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website. INDMAN
