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The Panel Advisor Fostering & Adoption will be advise and support the Agency Decision Maker (ADM) and Children's services staff and other stakeholders on adoption and fostering matters, initial and on-going assessment and selection of carers to whom the council can safely entrust. Connect2Luton

Do you have experience of directly managing and leading a team to achieve objectives in a target driven, stakeholder/customer focused environment? If you like the idea of inspiring your team to be proud of everything you’ve achieved together, you’re going to find this a hugely rewarding role. One day could find you sorting out deliveries, placing orders and scheduling hours to meet productivity targets. The next, you might be focused on people management and performance, handling customer queries or carrying out till spot checks. And all the while you’ll handle the over-riding goals of maximising sales in your store, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimizing productivity. Our Store Managers are passionate about doing well; motivating and developing their teams to deliver excellent customer service. Your New Role: • All aspects of employee management, development and people performance, • Strong operational mind-set with the ability to make short and long term business decisions, • Providing excellent customer service and maintaining consistent high standards, • Strong leadership skills and due diligence, • Passion for success and ability to motivate employees, • Minimising costs and optimising productivity, • Management of company property, cost control and sales figures, • Regular communication with the Area Manager to ensure best practice in sales development, stock control and financial management of the store About You: • An experienced people-manager, • Used to leading teams in a fast-paced, stakeholder/customer driven environment, • Skilled in time management, cost control and boosting productivity, • Motivated to consistently achieve targets What you will get in Return: • £51,615 rising to £67,315* after 4 years., • Great work-life balance - over 5 days, you’ll work either a 40 or 45-hour contract (including weekends). No matter which option you pick, we’ll make sure you’ve got plenty of time to re-charge your batteries, • 5 weeks annual leave, plus bank holidays, • Full training provided for your first 6 months with us, continued support throughout your career with Aldi, • Company pension, • Private Employee Medical Insurance after 6 months, • Company sick pay scheme, • Company maternity, paternity and adoption leave after 2 years, • Long service rewards, • All employees have access to a 24/7 online wellness portal offering information and guidance on (Physical, Mental, Nutritional, Financial and Social), as well as other wellbeing related benefits, • Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect. *Please note, the salary displayed is based on a 45 hours per week contract. However, Aldi also offer 40 contracts and in these instances the salary offered would be pro-rated.

Commercial Contracts Manager – Hybrid (UK) About the Role: As a Commercial Contracts Manager, you will manage the full lifecycle of domestic commercial contracts, from negotiation and execution to delivery and closeout. You will play a vital role in supporting strategic business objectives, ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and contributing to winning new work within a complex defence environment. Key Responsibilities: • Lead negotiation of contract terms and conditions, ensuring alignment with business objectives, • Manage the full Route to Contract, including bid preparation, proposal generation, and contract agreement, • Oversee contract delivery, amendments, renewals, and closeout, ensuring obligations are met, • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, including MoD standards, • Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies, • Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders on contractual matters, • Provide regular updates and reporting to senior management on contract status and risks, • Manage and resolve contract disputes in collaboration with legal and other relevant teams What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience in commercial contract management within a defence environment, • Experience drafting, negotiating, and agreeing contracts and agreements, • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, • Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with cross-functional teams, • Familiarity with MoD contracting structures (DEFCONs, QDCs) is preferred What We Offer: • Salary: Circa £63,000–£68,000 depending on experience, • Company Bonus: Up to 21% of base salary, • Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer + employee), • Flexible working: 2–3 days per week on-site with hybrid arrangements, • Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, with additional enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility support, • Site facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking, and more Next Steps: For this role you will have to gain UK Security Clearance; therefore, we cannot process your application unless you currently hold British Nationality as a minimum qualification. For more information on this position, please contact me on 01923 470756 or email .

Employee Relations Specialist / Human Resources Advisor - Hybrid Location: Hybrid - 2 days a week onsite in our Luton Customer Fulfillment Centre, LU4 9TT. Permanent: Full Time, 40 hours per week. Are you an innovative, ‘outside-the-box’ thinker with a passion for driving positive change through employee relations? We’re looking for a confident and proactive ER Advisor to join our dynamic People Team – someone ready to take full ownership of all ER casework for our Head Office population. This isn’t a back-seat, supportive role. You'll be the go-to expert for ER matters in our Head Office – leading, influencing, and owning cases from start to finish. That means managing the full spectrum of ER activity (grievances, disciplinaries, investigations, etc.), but also spotting trends in data, identifying root causes, and collaborating with the wider People team to improve the colleague experience and drive long-term, people-first solutions. Enjoy the opportunity to drive ER excellence! Our Employee Relations Advisors operate as a helpful ‘hub’ of employee relations support for the Ocado Logistics management team. At the forefront of employee relations, they support a team of approximately 400 managers across the business, taking ownership of ER cases, including high-level disciplinaries, appeals, grievances, short-term and long-term sickness, data reporting and more - no two days truly are the same! Why Join Us as an Employee Relations Advisor at Ocado Logistics? Work you will be proud of: Join Ocado as our talented Employee Relations Advisor and enjoy the opportunity to make a valuable difference, where your ideas are heard and creativity is embraced. Be a champion for diversity and inclusion across the organisation. Flexibility: Work-life balance is a priority at Ocado. This role offers hybrid working, with 2x days in the office and the remaining 3x days working from home! Be empowered: This role offers the perfect blend of independence and support. You'll have the autonomy to manage your own caseload, but you'll also have the support of a dedicated team to help you grow and develop. We nurture our people to success, offering career pathway opportunities and development plans - 87% of our salaried roles are filled by internal colleagues! Am I the right fit? To be successful in this role, you will need previous ER experience gained within a fast-paced, high-volume environment, combined with: • Up to date knowledge of UK employment law, • A highly organised approach with the ability to prioritise and multitask when dealing with volume cases., • The ability to keep accurate records of all actions and documentation relating to cases being managed through to conclusion. Including being present in some meetings and taking notes., • The passion to embrace initiatives that improve performance, attendance, retention and the overall employee experience, • CIPD qualifications, desirable If you are passionate about Employee Relations and have experience providing advice and supporting managers across a broad spectrum of ER areas, we encourage you to apply. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, your unique perspective and enthusiasm could be a valuable addition to our team. Your previous roles or experience may have included: Employee Relations Advisor, Employee Relations Specialist, Employee Relations Case Officer, ER Case Handler or HR Advisor. Your Next Steps Once you apply, our friendly Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If successful our team will contact you to schedule an informal conversation to discuss your suitability for the role and answer any questions you may have. What we offer you Our award-winning recognition scheme celebrates your contributions. Your well-being is at the core of our Offerings: • Flexible Work: Enjoy 30 days of 'work from anywhere' policy for a balanced life., • Private Medical Cover: Rest easy with comprehensive private medical insurance., • Family-Friendly: We support your family with maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and paternity leave., • Pension Plan: Secure your future with our pension scheme, featuring up to 7% employer contribution matching., • Generous Leave: Begin with 25 days, growing to 27 after 5 years, with an option to buy more., • Financial Aid: Get interest-free train tickets and join our Cycle to Work Scheme., • Share Schemes: Join exciting share plans to participate in our success., • Shopping Perks: Enjoy a 15% discount on Ocado.com and savings at popular retailers and restaurants., • Financial Protection: We offer Income Protection and Life Assurance for financial security. About Ocado Logistics Here at Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're all in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves and get stuck in. Join Ocado Logistics, where there are bags of possibilities. Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.

The Panel Advisor Fostering & Adoption will be advise and support the Agency Decision Maker (ADM) and Children's services staff and other stakeholders on adoption and fostering matters, initial and on-going assessment and selection of carers to whom the council can safely entrust. Panel Advisor

Do you have experience of directly managing and leading a team to achieve objectives in a target driven, stakeholder/customer focused environment? If you like the idea of inspiring your team to be proud of everything you’ve achieved together, you’re going to find this a hugely rewarding role. One day could find you sorting out deliveries, placing orders and scheduling hours to meet productivity targets. The next, you might be focused on people management and performance, handling customer queries or carrying out till spot checks. And all the while you’ll handle the over-riding goals of maximising sales in your store, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimizing productivity. Our Store Managers are passionate about doing well; motivating and developing their teams to deliver excellent customer service. Your New Role: • All aspects of employee management, development and people performance, • Strong operational mind-set with the ability to make short and long term business decisions, • Providing excellent customer service and maintaining consistent high standards, • Strong leadership skills and due diligence, • Passion for success and ability to motivate employees, • Minimising costs and optimising productivity, • Management of company property, cost control and sales figures, • Regular communication with the Area Manager to ensure best practice in sales development, stock control and financial management of the store About You: • An experienced people-manager, • Used to leading teams in a fast-paced, stakeholder/customer driven environment, • Skilled in time management, cost control and boosting productivity, • Motivated to consistently achieve targets What you will get in Return: • £51,615 rising to £67,315* after 4 years., • Great work-life balance - over 5 days, you’ll work either a 40 or 45-hour contract (including weekends). No matter which option you pick, we’ll make sure you’ve got plenty of time to re-charge your batteries, • 5 weeks annual leave, plus bank holidays, • Full training provided for your first 6 months with us, continued support throughout your career with Aldi, • Company pension, • Private Employee Medical Insurance after 6 months, • Company sick pay scheme, • Company maternity, paternity and adoption leave after 2 years, • Long service rewards, • All employees have access to a 24/7 online wellness portal offering information and guidance on (Physical, Mental, Nutritional, Financial and Social), as well as other wellbeing related benefits, • Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect. *Please note, the salary displayed is based on a 45 hours per week contract. However, Aldi also offer 40 contracts and in these instances the salary offered would be pro-rated.

Customer Success Managers focused on building customer loyalty measured and reflected through retention, expansion, and advocacyYou Role at Orange Logic:Works with customers to drive adoption, advocacy,

Youll lead high-level Unit 42-specific conversations, assist in identifying potential customers, and provide deep cybersecurity and services expertise to accelerate services adoption throughout the sales cycleNegotiating & Closing Complex Engagements: Scope, negotiate, and c

The Therapy Development Specialist in Neuromodulation supports the adoption, clinical excellence, and growth of Boston Scientific’s NMD therapies across the UK. The role exists to provide expert clinical support, education, and training to healthcare professionals, ensuring optimal therapy outcome

Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of more than 30 million patients around the world each year. The Therapy Development Specialist in Neuromodulation supports the adoption, clinical excellence, and growth of Boston Scientific’s NMD thera

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

Self-employed Core Delivery Driver.As one of our Self-Employed Core Delivery Drivers you'll enjoy freedom, flexibility and better financial rewards, plus all the support and benefits of being part of our wider Yodel team.You don't need any experience, and the more you deliver, the more you earn.Com

Support Worker – Filbert Close, Hatfield.Day shifts across Monday–Sunday, 08:00–15:00 & 15:00–22:00.We’re currently recruiting Support Workers for Filbert Close, a vibrant supported living service in Hatfield.This purpose-built location offers seven spacious one-bedroom apartments and

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

We are currently recruiting for exciting opportunities to join Turning Point and be part of our highly successful and innovative Talking Therapies service.Total Wellbeing Luton is an integrated Talking Therapies service combining healthy lifestyles and emotional health programmes provided in partn

Pay: Pay Up to £34,779 (depending on experience and qualifications).At Cambian Group, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Senior Support Worker based within West Midlands every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them fee

Bank Night Care Assistant - Castleview - Isle of Man.Bedded Nursing, Dementia and Residential Home.At Caring Homes, we're not just about providing care; we're about creating a warm and welcoming home for our residents and our incredible team members.Our mission is simple yet profound: to make each h

Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance).Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off.Are you a dedicated, compassionate person looking for an exciting new career within Residential Care? A

Make extra money in a way that suits you — anytime, any day.Take charge of your earnings by becoming a self-employed delivery rider with Just Eat.Flexible hours – choose your own schedule and work when it suits you.Weekly pay – get paid, every week.No experience needed – just bring your moti

Pay: Pay Up to £34,779 (depending on experience and qualifications).At Cambian Group, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures, furthermore as a Support Worker based within West Midlands every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8–18) helps them feel safe, valu

Family Leave - Equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and it gives all parents 18 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay in the first year however they choose to grow their family.

Arborist and a Junior Arborist across the southern regions.You will be responsible for preserving, planting, protecting, pruning, and felling trees, hedgerows, and shrubs to the highest standards.This role combines hands-on tree work with team leadership, ensuring exceptional customer service, opera

Customer Service Advisor in the CGS Payments Team - Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 8BNContract: PermanentSalary: This role will be paid £24,800 per annumWe have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Service Advisor in the CGS Payments Team.What you will be doing as the CGS Advisor: As a successful ca

Are you looking for a truly rewarding role where you can transform lives? If so, join the adult social care sector and discover a career unlike any other.Adult social care organisations across England are seeking compassionate individuals to join their workforce, giving you the perfect opportunity t

Family Leave - Equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and it gives all parents 18 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay in the first year however they choose to grow their family.

Are you looking for a truly rewarding role where you can transform lives? If so, join the adult social care sector and discover a career unlike any other.Adult social care organisations across England are seeking compassionate individuals to join their workforce, giving you the perfect opportunity t

Family Leave - Equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and it gives all parents 18 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay in the first year however they choose to grow their family.

Are you looking for a truly rewarding role where you can transform lives? If so, join the adult social care sector and discover a career unlike any other.Adult social care organisations across England are seeking compassionate individuals to join their workforce, giving you the perfect opportunity t

Job title: Home Delivery Driver.Key Benefits: 15% discount, optional health care plan, Grocery Aid, Christmas vouchers, min 28 days holiday.Are you looking for a role that keeps you active, independent & engaged with people?.As one of the Best Big Companies to Work For, we have a rich history of

Senior Support Worker (Practice Lead).Contract type: Full-time, Permanent.At Achieve together, we strive to support and inspire the people we care for in order to give them the resources, skills and confidence to live their lives independently, and to the fullest.Our team members are our most valuab

Myn is an AI driven marketplace that connects the candidates, clients and recruiters.Myn collaborates with leading employers to offer exclusive, carefully matched permanent positions.Our Recruitment Partners all have extensive industry experience, and work with a select group of niche clients, to de

Reconstruct is a trusted, independent multi-solution provider to both Children’s and Adult services across public and private sectors.With over 34 years of experience in health and social care, we specialise in delivering high-impact permanent and contract recruitment solutions to social care prov

Clinic Receptionist - Hertfordshire (Harpenden) - Flexible hours.At UK Vein Care, we specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of varicose veins.With ten clinics across the UK - and more opening soon - we’re committed to making expert care accessible, personal, and professional.Our clinics offer p

Health Consultants Inc has over 30 years experience as a leading healthcare provider with international acclaim.We run 2 clinics in central London with Marylebone Physiotherapy & Sports Medicine being recognised as providing gold standard care for musculoskeletal disorders and incorporating the late

Service Care Solutions are supporting a national charity who are looking to recruit.As a Recovery Worker, you will play a crucial role by supporting individuals that are suffering with Drug & Alcohol addiction.Please find a description of the role below.Substance Misuse Recovery Worker.Complete asse

Pertemps Professional Recruitment are working on behalf of Warwickshire Council to recruit a number of Consultant Social Workers into their Family Help teams based in Rugby, Warwick, Stratford, Nuneaton, Bedworth and North Warwickshire, who will specialise in child protection and court work.The role

Nursery Team Leader - Sandhurst0Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.Role: Team Leader (room-based) | 0-5 year olds.Location: Greengables Day Nursery | Sandhurst | GU47 0TE.Working pattern: Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30.We’ve been delivering childcar

Hamilton Woods Associates are currently recruiting for a Repairs Team Leader to join an organisation on a permanent basis.Duties & Responsibilities of the Repairs Team Leader:.Supervise and lead a diverse team of multi-skilled operatives.Oversee the timely and safe completion of all repair and voids

Warehouse Team Leader to work at their facility based near Welwyn Garden City.Responsible for coordinating the requirements of a small warehouse team.Able to work without direct supervision and to co-operate as part of a team.Receiving, shipping, handling, distribution, and storage of product, and s

Join Fulbridge Social Care as a flexi hour/bank worker.Trainee & Experienced Residential Youth Support Workers Wanted.Were recruiting flexible, reliable, and engaging individuals to work in childrens residential homes and independent living settings.

Children's Support Worker Midhurst (Part-Time).Making a real difference, one Saturday at a time.Please note: A full UK driver's licence and access to a car are essential for this role due to the rural location and the requirement to drive the client's mobility van.Looking for meaningful weekend work

Monday to Friday) / 08:00 - 13:00 (Saturday).Are you fluent in French and Dutch? Do you have experience of operating within a customer service office environment? JDR are supporting one of our key clients within London and this could be the perfect role for you.

ASAP (pending interview and compliance).Shanie Thomas on 07484 512953 or.Make a real impact in Adult Social Care.Are you a qualified Adults Social Worker seeking a role that makes a real difference? Join a fast-paced, forward-thinking Adults Review Team in Wes.

Senior Support Worker (Practice Lead).Contract type: Full Time, Permanent.At Achieve together, we strive to support and inspire the people we care for in order to give them the resources, skills and confidence to live their lives independently, and to the fullest.Our team members are our most valuab

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Are you a warm and forward-thinking individual? Can you build trusting relationships with others and create an environment of reliable support? Then this could be the job for you!.We are seeking passionate Support Workers to join our team of welcoming staff, and become part of enabling our service u

Join Our Team as a Support Worker Make a Difference Every Day!.Day shifts (10am-4pm / 12pm-4pm) - weekdays and weekends.Our client has needs such as autism and challenging.

When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form.Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.Hours per week: 35 hours a week.As a Domestic Assistant, you will be a member of the support services team.Your main Do