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This is a role within a theatrical environment. We are looking for skilled professionals with vast experience within the theatre and immersive entertainment industry. Join the Layered Reality Team as Theatre Operations Manager at Elvis Evolution Elvis Evolution is an innovative, one-of-a-kind immersive experience from Layered Reality™, the UK's leading immersive specialists, celebrating the life and legacy of Elvis Presley. Combining cutting-edge digital technology, live performers, breath-taking multimedia, and iconic music, ELVIS EVOLUTION invites guests to relive the King’s most memorable moments. Taking place at Immerse LDN at London Excel Waterfront, this high-energy, high-tech tribute promises an unforgettable experience, where guests will walk in Elvis’ blue suede shoes. Position Summary We are looking for a Theatre Operations Manager who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is passionate about creating extraordinary guest experiences. Working closely with the Senior Operations Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing daily operations, ensuring high standards of guest service, and leading a supportive, collaborative team. This role is ideal for a proactive leader who enjoys problem-solving, team development, and delivering outstanding live events. You will be instrumental in optimising commercial performance, supporting recruitment, HR, finance, and live operations, while fostering an inclusive and engaging workplace. Why Join Us? A fun, supportive, and inclusive working environment. Opportunities for personal and professional growth and development. Company social events. Discounted food and theatre tickets. Performance-related bonus scheme. Birthday off as an extra paid holiday. 23 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays An extra holiday day for each year of completed service (up to 5 years). Work closely with the Senior Operations Manager to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across all departments, including ticketing, guest services, live performances, photography, and merchandise. Support department heads in delivering exceptional guest experiences. Equip team members with the training and tools needed to maintain high standards of presentation and service. Ensure health and safety compliance and oversee incident reporting. Handle guest queries with empathy and efficiency, making decisions on bookings, refunds, or escalations as needed. Ensure daily show reports are completed and submitted by all departments. Undertake any additional duties reasonably required. Support revenue generation across ticketing, merchandise, photography, food, and beverage. Monitor income targets and KPIs to help achieve and exceed goals. Assist with the management of the ticketing system to enhance guest experience and streamline access. Provide financial and sales insights to the Senior Operations Manager. Collaborate with partners, stakeholders, and contractors to ensure seamless operations. Support recruitment, onboarding, and training for operational team members. Help draft and manage contracts for employees, casual workers, and freelancers. Ensure company policies and procedures are upheld and regularly reviewed. Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive team culture. Assist in HR system management, maintaining accurate records of attendance, sickness, and leave. Help organise team schedules and rotas, ensuring fairness and efficiency. Contribute to performance reviews and support team development. Work with the finance team to track budgets and manage financial reporting. Assist with payroll preparation, ensuring accuracy and timely payments. Monitor and report on sales performance to support financial planning and decision-making. What We’re Looking For We are seeking a motivated, people-focused leader with a solution-oriented approach who thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for guest experiences, leadership, and operations, we’d love to hear from you! Essential Skills & Experience A minimum of three years’ experience in operations management within theatre, events, leisure, tourism, visitor attractions, or entertainment. Strong understanding of live event operations and team management. Experience in recruitment, onboarding, and training. Familiarity with HR processes and team development. Knowledge of health & safety regulations and best practices. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. A passion for creating a supportive, engaging, and inclusive work environment. Strong communication and leadership skills. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required. Job Details Job Title: Theatre Operations Manager Responsible To: Senior Operations Manager Job Type: Full Time (permanent) Start Date: Immediate Probation Period: 3 Months Pay: Dependent on Experience Location: ExCel London, E16 1XL Diversity & Inclusion At Layered Reality, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us strong. Just as every immersive experience we create blends unique elements, a diverse team is essential for crafting unforgettable memories. Inclusion is at the heart of our values because to truly connect with our guests, we must first connect with each other. Together, we’re building a culture that mirrors the inclusive stories we tell in our shows. Join us in celebrating diversity and inclusion as we create immersive entertainment that resonates with everyone. How to Apply To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV along with a Covering Letter outlining why you are excited about this opportunity and what you can bring to the role. We look forward to hearing from you!

Join a top-tier optical practice known for exceptional customer service, bespoke eyewear solutions, and leading luxury brands. Realeyes Finchley is looking for a warm, professional, and highly organised Receptionist to be the face of our beautiful store and deliver a first-class experience to every client. Why Join Us? Competitive salary of £26,000 per annum plus team bonus Pension scheme for your future Work-life balance: Enjoy Sundays off and one weekday off Saturday work is a must – be part of our busiest, most exciting day Be part of a luxury practice offering bespoke optical products Work in a team that’s passionate about high-quality care and service Join a company with outstanding customer reviews and a commitment to excellence What You’ll Do: Greet clients with warmth and professionalism Manage appointments and client records Handle front-desk operations and administrative tasks Support the team in delivering an outstanding patient journey Champion our values of quality, care, and service About You: Passionate about customer service and making people feel welcome Strong communication and organisational skills Experience in a luxury, retail, or healthcare setting is ideal Tech-savvy and confident using booking systems and email Ready to work Saturdays and be part of a fun, ambitious team Be Part of Something Special At Realeyes Finchley, we’re not just an opticians. We are a luxury destination for vision and style. If you’re committed to delivering top-notch service and want to grow with a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and step into a role that reflects your passion for excellence!

Position: Agency Nursery Assistant for various nursery settings. Hourly Rate: £12.00 - £15.00 per hour dependent on childcare qualification Hours: Our nurseries operate Monday to Friday from 7.00am until 6.30pm. Hours are allocated to staff as required by our nurseries. Flexible job role working various early years settings within your local area, pick and choose your days however we ask that you can do a minimum of one full day! Our nurseries offer state-of-the-art facilities. Evolve Within Recruitment is a family run business where people really matter, feel valued and have a voice. We aim to encourage our staff to maximise your potential! We are a highly reviewed and credible early years recruitment agency with over 20 years within this field. Our consultants are personable, professional and will always work above and beyond for you. Here at Evolve Within Recruitment we have a quick and efficient registration process using state of the art technology alongside a dedicated sign up consultant who will help at all stages. Update availability and accept and reject bookings via our app, track payments and much more! Benefits include: Hourly Rate: £12.00 - £15.00 per hour dependent on childcare qualification. Excellent working conditions. Opportunities to work in several different nurseries. Access to the best equipment/resources. Day to day support from a strong management team. Pay rise opportunities + Bonus opportunities. Employee of the month scheme. Weekly pay The ideal Agency Nursery Assistant candidate must have: A passion for working with young children (from 0-5 years). Strong communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to use initiative. A passion for the Early Years. Qualified in Early years either Level 2 or 3 OR UNQ (Minimum 6 months experience within a nursery) Availability to work at least one day a week 8:00am – 6:00pm. Willing to travel up to 45 minutes from home. Responsibilities: Assist in the care and supervision of children in the nursery Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to play and learn Engage children in age-appropriate activities and play Assist with diaper changes and potty training as needed Help maintain cleanliness and organization of the nursery area Communicate with parents regarding their child's day and any concerns or updates - Successful applicants will be subject to our safer recruitment pre-employment process* - Evolve Within Recruitment are an Equal Opportunities Employer *

Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 Contract length: Permanent The London Irish Centre is seeking to appoint a Finance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the Finance team, broadening your experience in Charity accounting, management accounts, grants reporting and commercial accounting, as well as overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This role is unusually varied and broad with the opportunity to develop further. You will be a part or fully qualified accountant with exceptional Excel, Systems and Accounting experience. You will be a self-starter, with a high level of initiative and problem-solving skills and you thrive in a very varied financial environment. Additionally, you will also be incredibly well organised, a very fast learner with great analytical and mathematical skills who is also comfortable dealing with lots of stakeholders across the organisation, internally and externally. Please note that this is primarily an on-site role with occasional evening working and a degree of flexibility will be required as you will be supporting services and events that are delivered onsite in Camden NW1. HOW TO APPLY The details in the job description and person specification should be addressed in a one-page cover letter. Upload your CV and cover letter. Please also ensure that you answer ALL of the questions as part of the application process. Please note that the final question is a multiple choice selection – please select ALL of the options that are relevant to you. Closing date: 9am, Tuesday, 22 April 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be actively interviewing before this date. We reserve the right to close applications before this date) ***We respectfully request no contact from recruitment agencies*** INTERVIEW AND SELECTION PROCESS Round 1 will be a short online test and informal discussion via Teams lasting around 20 minutes. Round 2 will be an exercise and interview which will take place at The London Irish Centre, 50-52 Camden Square, Camden, London NW1 9XB. The exercise will allow you to showcase your excel skills, financial knowledge/experience and technical ability. JOB DETAILS AND DESCRIPTION Job Title:Finance Manager Reporting to:CFO Responsible for:Finance Assistant Salary:£34,000 – £40,000 per annum Office location:Camden Square, NW1Days:5 days (flexibility required) Contract type:Permanent JOB PURPOSE The Finance Manager has an essential role to play in both helping to make the London Irish Centre a great place to work and volunteer as well as supporting LIC’s services to deliver on their ambitions. This is a key role within the Finance team with a varied brief to deliver financial services across the organisation. About You You are a results-driven finance professional with a strong background in accounting, Excel, and financial systems, bringing a high level of expertise to the role. You are highly organised and adept at managing multiple priorities, ensuring deadlines are consistently met without compromising quality. With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you are comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex financial data into clear insights for diverse audiences across the organisation. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, while fostering a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Transactional Accounting Take ownership of and oversee the entire Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes – from processing invoices to payment run or credit control Accounting for other income and expenditure, such as donations, ticket sales, bar income, and expense claims Payroll / administration Maintain accurate financial records - Reporting Managing cash, banking, credit cards, bank reconciliation, cashflow and assisting with treasury management Prepare month-end and management accounts. Monitoring budget performance, identifying and investigating variances Reconciliation and analysis of financial and non-financial data Balance sheet reconciliation Reporting on various Grants - Finance Business Partnering Assist in the development of annual budgets and financial plans. Liaising with other teams/departments across the charity and providing financial support, assistance and training. Working with various systems and databases (such as ticketing, booking, donations and case management software) - Compliance Prepare and file VAT Returns (Partial exemption) Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and audit requirements. Prepare documentation for audits and liaise with auditors to ensure accurate reporting - Other tasks and duties Any other tasks and duties at the direction of the line manager. This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required of the postholder. It is not wholly comprehensive or restrictive and may be reviewed as required. Employee Benefits Enhanced annual leave – 26 days plus bank holidays (increase to 27days after 5 years of service pro rata). Enhanced sick pay – 4 weeks of contractual hours on full pay after completion of probationary period pro-rata* Enhanced maternity and adoption leave pay* Cycle to Work Scheme* Tech Scheme* Eyesight tests and contribution to corrective glasses* Jury Duty leave pay* Employee Assistance Programme. Complimentary tickets to select events. 50% discount on LIC education courses (subject to availability). 20% discount at the LIC shop and 10% discount at the LIC bar. Mindfulness app membership* *Only available to staff on contracts of a minimum of 12 months LONDON IRISH CENTRE – OUR SIX CORE VALUES At the London Irish Centre we strive to be: Welcoming Compassionate Inclusive Creative Community-centred Sustainable The London Irish Centre is an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce. Please note our offices have some barriers to access, which is one of the core missions that our redevelopment will overcome.

✨ Job Description We’re seeking professional cleaners to join LocalHelpar, a trusted platform connecting clients with top-tier cleaning services across the UK. You’ll provide exceptional cleaning for residential properties, ensuring sparkling results every time. ✅ Requirements ✔ Right to work in the UK (Must provide documentation) ✔ Proven cleaning experience (1+ year preferred) ✔ Own equipment & supplies (Vacuum, mops, eco-friendly cleaning products) ✔ Reliable transportation (To reach client locations) ✔ Professional attitude (Punctual, detail-oriented, trustworthy) 🌟 Why Join Us? Flexible hours: Choose jobs that fit your schedule Weekly payments: No invoicing hassles 5-star reviews: Build your reputation on our platform Support team: Dedicated help for bookings & client issues 📝 How to Apply

JOB DESCRIPTION KEELY BARTON JOB TITLE:​SPA MANAGER REPORTS TO:​MANAGER OF OPERATIONS/ HOURS:​37.5 hours per week/full time/£24,200 (£12.41 per hour) Job Summary: To be responsible for the production of performance and quality standards within the Spa. To manage data quality issues, providing advice and guidance to all Spa staff in the use of the record system. To oversee the claims process for work undertaken as part of enhanced national or local services. To act as Spa administrator for the record system and as Spa co-ordinator for IT hardware issues, working closely with the CCG and Shared Services as responsibility for computer hardware is transferred to the CCG. Job responsibilities: Production of Performance and Quality Information • To be aware of national, local and Spa quality standards for Aesthetic clinics. • To provide support to clinical sub groups in correctly identifying and targeting clients for assessment and treatment. • To ensure staff are aware of the importance of maintaining up to date client registers. • To provide advice and support for clinical sub groups and to produce regular reports on the progress of these groups in achieving their targets. • To assist in the production of information for clinical audit as requested by the clinical sub groups. • Data quality • To work all staff to validate client information, performing regular checks and quality audits. • To be responsible for mapping client information flows. • To provide support and training for current and new staff ensuring that data quality guidelines are understood and adhered to. • Spa administrator for record system • To oversee the administration of the record system, ensuring staff complete housekeeping and back ups as outlined in the Spapolicy. • To oversee the security and validation processes for the record system. • To provide advice and guidance to the Spa in the change to becoming paper light. • To provide support advice and training for current and new Spastaff in the use of the record system • Spa co-ordinator for IT hardware • To maintain an equipment log ensuring that Spa owned equipment is readily identifiable. • To provide support and training for current and new staff in resolving simple problem with PCs and printers. • To liaise with CCG IT support department to resolve other hardware and software issues. • Submitting Family and Friends monthly survey report • Client Access [to keep updated on new legislation] • Dealing with Petty Cash request in P/M Absence • Paying in petty cash to Bank • Staff Rotas’; Sign In & Out Row call Register • Updating Spa Website • Booking locums on receiving confirmed holiday request from doctors. Confidentiality: • In the course of seeking treatment, clients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately • In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to clients and their carers, Spa staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to Age Reversal MediSpa as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential • Information relating to clients, carers, colleagues, other workers or the business of the Spa may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Spa policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data Health & Safety: The post-holder will implement and lead on the full range of promotion and management their own and others’ health, safety and security as defined in the Spa Health & Safety policy, the Spa Health & Safety manual, and the Spa Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to): • Ensuring job holders across the Spa adhere to their individual responsibilities for infection control and health and safety, using a system of observation, audit and check, hazard identification, questioning, reporting and risk management. • Maintain and up to date knowledge of health and safety and infection control statutory and best Spa guidelines and ensure implementation across the business • Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Spa guidelines • Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across the business • Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others • Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards, and initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed • Actively identifying, reporting, and correction of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised • Keeping own work areas and general / client areas generally clean, identifying issues and hazards / risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with other sector managers • Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually) • Routine management of own team / team areas, and maintenance of work space standards • Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all customers/clients. Equality and Diversity: The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of clients, carers and colleagues, to include: • Acting in a way that recognises the importance of people’s rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Spaprocedures and policies, and current legislation • Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of clients, carers and colleagues • Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/Professional Development: The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Spa as part of this employment, such training to include: • Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development • Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work Quality: The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Spa, and will: • Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk • Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision • Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the team’s performance • Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet clients’ needs • Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Communication: The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: • Communicate effectively with other team members • Communicate effectively with clients and carers • Recognize people’s needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Contribution to the Implementation of Services: The post-holder will: • Apply Spa policies, standards and guidance • Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work • Participate in audit where appropriate