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Second Chef- 40 hours per week- £15.99 per hour- NVQ Level 2 in Hospitality and Catering or equivalent required- Alternate weekend working (every other weekend off!) where you will receive an additional 10% premium pay uplift- Free meal on shift- Paid breaks- Free initial DBS checkAre you looking for a role where you can flex your catering skills, cooking exciting recipes from scratch, using high quality, local produce?Would you like to have the opportunity to use your creativity to have an input into the menu choices and food experience for the people who live with us?If so, then we have the perfect role for you.We are looking for a Second Chef to join us on a Full-time basis to work closely with the Chef Manager and Catering team, providing a range of high standard catering services to our residents, staff and visitors at our home in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire. Otterbourne Hill is Located between Chandlers Ford and Winchester and is a vibrant care home providing personalised nursing and dementia care to couples and individuals. It also has a community hub where residents and local people can enjoy a range of facilities, activities and social opportunities.What will I be doing?As our Second Chef, your key responsibilities would be:- Preparing and cooking meals which consist of, but are not limited to breakfast, lunch, supper and mid meal snacks;- Ensuring that resident's dietary requirements are met;- Supporting the Chef Manager to cater for special events;- Undertaking general catering assistant duties including washing up, serving and cleaning;- Ensuring adherence to relevant legislation and policies and procedures.What do I need to have to apply?Providing good meals is a vital part of the Brendoncare care and service delivery. This role will suit an experienced Chef with a flair for creating appetising meals and a natural affinity with older people. You will need good communication skills, an ability to support, manage and motivate those around you, along with a desire to deliver exceptional service. Knowledge of the dietary requirements for older people would be an advantage.What can you offer me?- Minimum of 5.6 weeks' holiday- Enhanced annual leave after five years to reward long service and dedication- Extensive training and continual personal development- Paid breaks and meals provided while on duty in our care homes- Free initial DBS check- Free parking (subject to availability)- An Employee Assistance Programme offering 24 hour support for staff and their immediate family members- Free occupational health support during periods of sicknessSo, if you have a passion for providing delicious and nutritious meals, and share out values of care, choice, kindness and community, then we would love to hear from you!TPBN1_UKTJ

Location Home based with frequent travel across our communities Hours 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 09:00 - 17:30 Basis Permanent Salary Up to £35,000 + car allowance & enhanced benefits package About us We are Pegasus Homes Ltd, a vibrant, dynamic business who are proud to design, build, and create high-quality homes with a focus on independent later living for the over 60's. Our current portfolio has some 1100 homes across 44 communities and our developments are beautifully designed offering stunning community living. About our role This is an exciting, newly created role in which you will report to and support our Customer Wellbeing Manager, you will act as the vital link between high-level welfare strategy and localised site operations.Your core responsibilities will include… Resident Support & Case Management • Act as the first point of contact for individual support needs, managing the independent living inbox and responding to non-priority welfare concerns., • Build trusted relationships with residents and their families, providing clear communication and guidance on independent living transitions., • Mobilise across our portfolio to conduct hands-on welfare checks and provide direct support during sensitive periods. Safety & Compliance • Identify, escalate, and co-ordinate safeguarding concerns in partnership with relevant authorities., • Support complaints handling regarding independent living and care services (including Careline and emergency service interactions)., • Provide expert guidance and ‘on-the-day’ support to our Building Community Managers and onsite teams., • Be a point of escalation during the eligibility process and complete assessments where needed. Community Engagement • Champion our Community Engagement strategy including an innovative framework for social, physical, creative, and intellectual activities., • Provide support, training, and resources to onsite teams, assisting with event booking, marketing materials, and fostering a collaborative culture. About you The successful candidate will possess the emotional stamina to handle complex care needs, alongside the organisational skill to manage a diverse regional portfolio. A calm, level-headed approach and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of older adults are essential. Qualifications & Essential Criteria • NVQ Level 3 or higher in Health and Social Care (Essential), • Formal training in Risk Assessment in Adult Care and Assessment & Eligibility is required., • A valid UK Driving Licence and a genuine willingness to travel across our national portfolio is essential for this field-based role Operational Experience • A proven track record in reactive case management, specifically handling sensitive, urgent, and multifaceted care needs., • Practical experience in identifying and managing safeguarding concerns in strict alignment with Local Authority requirements., • Demonstrable experience in managing complex complaints within a care or independent living environment, ensuring outcomes are both fair and empathetic., • Significant experience acting as the primary welfare link between residents, families, and internal operational teams., • Proven ability to conduct formal assessments and provide documented justification for outcomes., • A background in housing management, older people’s services, or supported housing is highly advantageous. Expertise & Knowledge • A deep understanding of the physiological and psychological challenges facing older adults., • Support complaints handling regarding independent living and care services (including Careline and emergency service interactions) to a satisfactory conclusion., • Sound knowledge of current safeguarding legislation and best practices in resident welfare., • Exceptional verbal and written skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with everyone from residents to senior leadership., • The ability to prioritise a diverse regional caseload, ensuring a rapid and effective localised response. Your attributes • The stamina to provide compassionate grief support and navigate high-stress family dynamics with ease., • A calm, level-headed presence when managing urgent welfare issues or sensitive complaints., • A genuine passion for enhancing the lives of older adults and championing the Pegasus brand values. Good to know • Due to the nature of wellbeing support, a flexible approach to working hours is essential to meet the needs of our residents and respond to urgent situations., • As our developments span the breadth of the country, from the North East to the South West, this position demands a high degree of mobility. You should be a confident long-distance driver who genuinely enjoys the variety of supporting different regions in person. Our benefits & rewards We offer fantastic benefits which look after your Financial, Mental and Physical Wellbeing as we believe it is important that we are able to support our employees across all three of these elements in order to ensure an effective work life balance. By joining us you'll enjoy a benefits package that includes: • Enhanced annual leave & holiday buying scheme, • Contributory pension scheme with additional employer contribution,, • Life Assurance, • Two paid volunteering days per annum, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Health Cash Plan & Virtual GP, • Discounted Gym Membership, • Company Discounts Portal, • Refer a friend scheme and access to internal opportunities Your recruitment journey Once you submit your application, our team will personally review your experience with a human touch. Depending on the role, we may invite you to complete a brief online assessment. From there, you’ll typically move into a one or two-stage interview process. Whether these meetings happen virtually or in person, we’ll always ensure you have the opportunity to visit our communities or offices to get a true feel for life at Pegasus Homes. Whatever the path looks like for your specific role, we promise to keep you updated every step of the way. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and invite applications from all backgrounds, regardless of protected characteristics. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support at any stage of your application, please let us know. Please note that in accordance with UK law, we can only consider applicants who currently have the right to work in the UK. If you have the skills & experience we are looking for we'd love to hear from you!

Nursery Deputy Manager – Woodhams Farm Day Nursery Salary – £34,000 - £38,000 depending on experience plus a £2,000 welcome bonus 40 hours per week Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential Woodhams Farm Day Nursery is a warm and welcoming early years setting that provides a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and develop with confidence. Unlike many nurseries that are located in urban or residential buildings, Woodhams Farm Day Nursery it is a purpose-built barn-style nursery set within approximately an acre of rural farmland near Winchester. The nursery uses its countryside environment as a core part of children's daily experiences, with extensive outdoor areas, woodland walks, gardens, a large playground, and outdoor classrooms designed to encourage a connection with nature. Our highly trained and dedicated team are passionate about creating inspiring opportunities for children every day. We are now looking for an enthusiastic Deputy Manager to join our friendly team and help continue delivering high-quality care and education. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • £400 Qualification Bonus: For all Level 3 Practitioners, paid after just 6 months!*, • Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off – paid!, • Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750, • Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s as well as access to wider discount., • Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available, • Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth, • Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change., • Company Pension Scheme *Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Responsibilities: • Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent, and visitor at all times., • Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery., • Assist in managing the acceptance and administration of medication and ensure care plans are thorough and up to date for children or staff with health conditions., • Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources that are appropriate to their age and stage of development., • Promote respect and credibility for this position through effective communication skills, impartiality, and consistency., • Inspire staff team with creative ideas and new challenges with aim to achieve outstanding practice., • Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file., • Undertake any other duties to ensure the smooth running of the nursery and safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families. *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: • Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential, • Leadership experience - Essential, • Over 1 years’ experience of working in Early Years - Essential, • Sound knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential, • Over 1 years’ experience of working in a management position - Desirable., • Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership - Desirable, • Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection to good or outstanding – Desirable Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children’s lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Family First community! Woodhams Farm Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in afriendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? At M Group Transport, we draw on decades of experience to shape the future of UK transport through innovation, sustainable design and intelligent engineering. By bringing together expertise across highways and rail and aviation, we deliver forward-thinking infrastructure solutions that connect people, places and economies nationwide. Our teams operate across roads, rail, aviation and defence- creating integrated, resilient networks that not only keep the country moving but also support long-term economic growth and strengthen communities. Want to come and be a part of it? What will you be doing? Investigating processing errors and providing solutions. Accounts Payable experience, processing invoices from a range of suppliers. Payroll upload and check, monthly/weekly payrolls. Processing timesheets accurately and in a timely manner. Checking supplier statements Supporting the finance manager with ad hoc queries. What youll bring Proven finance experience in a similar role Strong Excel Skills Attention to detail Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders Able to challenge current ways of working constructively Whats in it for you? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; Matched or contributory pension scheme Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year Employee assistance programme My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts Life assurance Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave Reward and recognition scheme In addition, this role offers; My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme Private health care 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us! Holiday purchase scheme Personal Accident Cover We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. Were one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet Were open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations Were together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts Were ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for life Whether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development. Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group. Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding. TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title: Railway Manager Location: Ropley and Medstead with some working at Alresford - Primarily on site working required Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum DOE Job Type: Permanent, Full Time The Watercress Line is Hampshire's heritage railway that preserves the experience and skills of railway engineering and operations and explains how railways changed society through the story of our Line. It operates between Alton and Alresford in Hampshire and was opened as a heritage line in 1977. The Watercress Line is a partnership between the Mid-Hants Railway Ltd that manages and operates the railway along 10 miles of track and four stations bordering the South Downs National Park; and the Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust that supports the Railway through fundraising and advocacy. The Watercress Line is a major regional employer of more than 45 staff; benefits from the volunteering services of more than 500 people to run the railway and keep it working; and is one of the top five heritage railways in the country and one of largest visitor attractions inHampshire with nearly 100,000 visitors per year. We are now looking to recruit an experienced Railway Manager. In this role, you will be reporting directly to the CEO and will be part of the Senior Management Team. This is an infrastructure role to manage the delivery and forward planning of railway works and projects in: Rolling stock engineering Permanent Way Signals & Telecoms Estates As the Railway Manager, you will be accountable for the infrastructure and engineering activity at The Watercress Line. The objectives of the role are to: Provide safe and compliant railway infrastructure Provide safe, compliant and appropriate rolling stock Manage and develop trained and competent staff and volunteers Develop and manage appropriate work banks of maintenance Develop and oversee strategic investment in the railway infrastructure, estate and rolling stock aligned with the business plan. You will be responsible for: Team Management Railway Infrastructure and Estate Management Safety Management Project Management Budget Management and Financial Planning Strategic Planning Experience and Qualifications: Successful leadership in the management of infrastructure, ideally in a railway environment, delivered in an open and transparent manner. A professional or QBE background in engineering: civil, mechanical or structural An understanding/experience of compliance with the CDM regulations and their application Experience of the management of volunteers alongside staff with volunteering experience at an appropriate level Experience of creatively managing limited budgets and balancing priorities A strong, practical and clear approach to risk management in order to determine policy and actions A high level of financial competence and acumen. Able to understand fully and manage business financial matters as well as project and department spend. An understanding of the obligations arising from Health & Safety legislation and how to apply these and other industry requirements in a transport and engineering environment. Has, or is able to obtain, sufficient knowledge of the rail industry to enable productive links with partners, regulatory bodies and other agencies to be developed and maintained An understanding of ROGS as they relate to heritage railways. PRINCE2 or other project management qualification Familiarity with HOPS or other competence management systems Skills and Aptitudes: Excellent interpersonal skills, able to inspire and motivate a diverse team of individuals including paid staff, volunteers, stakeholders and others Strong team player with a willingness to reinforce the successful challenge of traditional silos Enthusiasm for the development of staff, volunteers and apprentices High levels of business and commercial awareness Accuracy, attention to detail and the ability and drive to complete and finish tasks Ability to drive complex projects to conclusion Excellent influencing and negotiating skills developed at a senior level High levels of financial literacy Excellent networking skills, developed in a range of settings Personable, approachable and a good listener Benefits: 31 days including bank holiday allowance Travel benefits on the railway after 1 years' service. Discounts for railway events, catering and retail Employee Assistance Programme for free personal, legal, emotional and financial support. Please click APPLY below to complete your application via our website. Candidates with experience of: Head of Railway Operations, Infrastructure Engineering Manager, Heritage Railway Manager, Operations and Engineering Director, Railway Maintenance Manager, Rolling Stock and Infrastructure Manager, Senior Railway Project Manager, and Technical Services Manager may also be considered for this role. TPBN1_UKTJ

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England's fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. The role… Job Title: Chef Manager School Location: New School Opening - Winchester Area Working Days: Monday to Friday Shifts & Working hours: 7am-3.30pm (40 hours per week) Working Weeks: 38 weeks per year (term time, inset days and 3 additional weeks) Pay Details: £35,680 Annum What will I be doing? As a Chef Manager , you'll take full responsibility for running a high-volume kitchen , serving fresh, seasonal meals to hundreds of students every day. This is a hands-on, leadership role where you'll manage your team, maintain high standards, and ensure smooth, efficient service. Your responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating, and developing your catering team Preparing and serving fresh, seasonal meals at high volume Planning menus, managing stock, and controlling budgets Ensuring all food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards are met Building strong relationships with onsite clients and stakeholders Overseeing the smooth running of service, from prep to finish We're not in the business of making school food—we're here to make great food , and that's why our customers love us. What are we looking for? We're looking for an experienced Chef Manager with a passion for high-volume catering and strong leadership skills. Previous experience managing a kitchen, ideally in schools or high-volume catering environments Proven ability to cook fresh, seasonal food at high volumes Strong people management and team leadership skills Experience managing kitchen operations, stock, and compliance Excellent organisational and communication skills A proactive, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining high standards If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy leading teams to deliver great food, this could be the role for you. What's in it for you? We offer a fantastic work-life balance: Daytime hours, no evenings or weekends All school holidays off Free meals on shift and uniform provided Plus, you'll benefit from: Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities Access to free qualifications Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers Monthly team incentives with the chance to win shopping vouchers This is your opportunity to lead a high-volume kitchen , develop your career, and make a real difference in students' lives. Next steps If you think you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: An interview, trade test and kitchen visit will be required as part of the recruitment process. IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children's barred list check, which IFG will pay for. We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements. TPBN1_UKCT