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Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Nursery Practitioner Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Nursery Practitioner, supporting early years development, promoting learning, or providing structured care for young children, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, guidance, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and resilience. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting young children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs, particularly through early years care or nursery practice, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Nursery Practitioner skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

SEND Teaching Assistant - Bedford | SEN Schools | Autism, MLD, ADHD & Complex Needs | Weekly Pay | Temp to Perm Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a number of SEND schools in Bedford seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants who are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs. In this role, you will work closely with pupils with Autism (ASD), ADHD, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and Global Developmental Delay, helping them access learning, build confidence and develop key social and communication skills within a supportive school environment. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate. You will also have the support of an experienced Tradewind consultant, who will work with you throughout your placement to ensure you feel supported and matched to the right school. What's on offer * £90-£100 per day (PAYE) * Full-time, long-term role * Temp-to-perm opportunity * Access to free CPD and training * Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant The ideal candidate will * Have previous experience supporting children with SEN * Be patient, reliable and positive * Hold a DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one) We welcome applicants with SEN experience from education or other relevant sectors, including care, youth work or support roles. Interested? Apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment to learn more about this opportunity.

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. Role: Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location: Cherry Trees Day Nursery | Cranfield | MK43 0ZU. Contract: Permanent | 37.5-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern: Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30. Salary: £27,040-£30,929.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£14.87 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed. Why join us? • Generous annual leave: 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays., • Work-life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the days you accrue, tax-free., • Childcare discount: 75% discount (or 40% grandparent discount) on your fees at any Childbase nursery, from day one., • Exclusive partner benefits: Long-service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts., • Wellbeing support: Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will-writing service., • Career development: Team inset days, access to online training and apprenticeships through our academy. About us • We are employee-owned: Every colleague is a partner with a voice, who helps drive our success; when we do well, we each receive an annual tax-free dividend., • We are number 1: Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes., • We are community driven: Supporting causes close to our hearts, we’ve raised more than £3.5 million for charity., • We are environmentally responsible: Building a greener tomorrow our nurseries all hold Green Flag awards and are powered by 100% renewable energy. About you • You are a qualified early years professional: You hold a DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above., • You are skilled in creating opportunities for learning: Your knowledge of the EYFS will enable you to work as a Key Person, planning and implementing high quality, engaging activities that promote learning through play; observing, assessing and recording children’s progress., • You are an advocate for safeguarding: You will ensure every child feels safe, valued, and happy and their well-being is promoted., • You are collaborative: You enjoy working in partnership with children, parents and colleagues, effectively communicating and building strong and positive relationships. We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds. We’re committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required. If you meet the essential criteria for this role, your application will be automatically shortlisted for review by our Recruitment Team who will determine if an interview is the next step. Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check. If you’re not early years qualified, visit our Careers Page to explore other opportunities.

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. Role: Relief Nursery Practitioner. Location: Cherry Trees Day Nursery | Cranfield | MK43 0ZU. Contract: Permanent | 0 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern: Varied, ad-hoc shifts between 07:30-18:30, Monday-Friday. Salary: £12.87-£14.33 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed. Why join us? • Flexible work option: Work varied relief shifts on a week-to-week basis according to the nursery’s cover requirements, at just this nursery or across as many of our other nurseries as you would like to., • Exclusive partner benefits: Long-service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts., • Wellbeing support: Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will-writing service., • Career development: Team inset days, access to online training and apprenticeships through our academy. About us • We are employee-owned: Every colleague is a partner with a voice, who helps drive our success; when we do well, we each receive an annual tax-free dividend., • We are number 1: Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes., • We are community driven: Supporting causes close to our hearts, we’ve raised more than £3.5 million for charity., • We are environmentally responsible: Building a greener tomorrow our nurseries all hold Green Flag awards and are powered by 100% renewable energy. About you • You are a naturally nurturing person: You have some experience of caring for babies and children aged five and under, ideally in an early years environment; holding a DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above is advantageous though not essential., • You are passionate about inspiring children: Your knowledge of child development, and ideally your EYFS knowledge, will enable you to implement engaging activities that have been planned by the Key Person to empower children to learn through play and exploration; you will contribute to observations for the children’s learning journeys., • You are an advocate for safeguarding: You will ensure every child feels safe, valued, and happy and their well-being is promoted., • You are collaborative: You enjoy working in partnership with others, and can effectively communicate and build strong and positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues. We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applicants of all ages (17+ due to Ofsted rules) and backgrounds. We’re committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required. If you meet the essential criteria for this role, your application will be automatically shortlisted for review by our Recruitment Team who will determine if an interview is the next step. Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check.

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. Role: Team Leader (room-based) | 0-5 year olds. Location: Cherry Trees Day Nursery | Cranfield | MK43 0ZU. Contract: Permanent | 37.5-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern: Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 07:30-18:30. Salary: £31,928-£34,382.40 per annum (pro-rata) | £15.35-£16.53 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed. Why join us? • Generous annual leave: 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays., • Work-life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the days you accrue, tax-free., • Childcare discount: 75% discount (or 40% grandparent discount) on your fees at any Childbase nursery, from day one., • Exclusive partner benefits: Long-service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts., • Wellbeing support: Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will-writing service., • We are employee-owned: Every colleague is a partner with a voice, who helps drive our success; when we do well, we each receive an annual tax-free dividend., • We are number 1: Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes., • We are community driven: Supporting causes close to our hearts, we’ve raised more than £3.5 million for charity., • You are a qualified early years professional: You hold a DfE approved early years qualification at level 3 or above and have been working in an early years environment for the last couple of years or more., • You are skilled in creating opportunities for learning: Your knowledge of the EYFS will enable you to work as a Key Person, planning and implementing high quality, engaging activities that promote learning through play; observing, assessing and recording children’s progress., • You are an advocate for safeguarding: You always ensure every child feels safe, valued, and happy and their well-being is promoted., • You are a collaborative leader: You enjoy working in partnership with others, effectively communicating and building strong and positive relationships, and can empower your team to deliver outstanding care and to achieve their full potential. We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds. We’re committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required. If you meet the essential criteria for this role, your application will be automatically shortlisted for review by our Recruitment Team who will determine if an interview is the next step. Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check. If you’re not early years qualified, visit our Careers Page to explore other opportunities.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Learning Support Assistant Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Learning Support Assistant, supporting children in classrooms, helping with additional needs, or providing pastoral care, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, guidance, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and resilience. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs, particularly through classroom support or one-to-one learning assistance, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Learning Support Assistant skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your SEN Worker Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as an SEN Worker, supporting children with additional needs, learning difficulties, or developmental challenges, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, understanding, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and confidence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with special educational needs, additional needs, or learning challenges, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your SEN Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Primary Teaching Assistant - Bedford - Mainstream Schools working with SEN - ASC, ADHD, MLD - Temp to Perm - Weekly Pay - Short-term and Long-term work available Are you a calm, nurturing and passionate teaching assistant in Bedford? Are you looking for meaningful work in a local school? Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a number of mainstream Primary schools in Bedford seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants who are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs. In this role, you will work closely with pupils with Autism (ASD), ADHD, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and Global Developmental Delay, helping them access learning, build confidence and develop key social and communication skills within a supportive school environment. We have both short-term and long-term oppurtunities available. Tradewind work exclusively with several mainstream schools in Bedford who would love your support! What's on offer * £95-£100 per day (PAYE) * Full-time, long-term and short-term work available * Temp-to-perm opportunities * Access to free CPD and training * Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant The ideal candidate will * Have previous experience supporting children with SEN * Be patient, reliable and positive * Hold a DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one) We welcome applicants with SEN experience from education or other relevant sectors, including care, youth work or support roles. Interested? Apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment to learn more about this opportunity.

Creative Support are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic individual to manage our team of support staff at our newly developed Mental Health service in Bedford. We require someone with a good understanding and experience in the field of mental health. As a Team Leader you will receive guidance and support from the registered service manager to help maintain high quality support to oversee the supported accommodation service. You will also join a cohort of experienced regional managers who, alongside the registered manager, will provide peer support to you in your role. The successful applicant will be supporting active and independent service users with mental health needs with a wide range of interests and goals. You will lead a team to deliver a high quality, responsive, and individualised service that enables people to live the life they want in the community. The Role: -To directly lead the team and be responsible for the line management of team members -To operate as a Team Leader across different streams of support and ensure effective running of services with the support of other senior staff. -To provide person-centred care and support to enable people with mental health needs to live as independently as possible and be part of their community. -To engage with service users and build trusting therapeutic relationships. -To undertake assessments of new referrals and ensure robust review processes for those who use the services -To work closely with other professionals and agencies to provide a coordinated personalised service, which meets the identified needs of individuals, promotes their recovery and maintains their quality of life. Vacancy Reference Number: 88221 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Domiciliary Deputy Care Manager to join a thriving care business near the Bedford area. We are happy to consider Senior Care Coordinators looking for their next step! It is essential that all applicants have a strong background in a domiciliary care setting supporting elderly clients. The Role You will be responsible for supporting the Registered Manager with the day to day running of the service, ensuring exceptional standards of care and full regulatory compliance. Your key responsibilities will include: • Leading and managing the domiciliary care team, • Ensure compliance with CQC regulations, safeguarding & best practice standard, • Recruiting, training, mentoring, and developing a high-performing care team, • Overseeing care planning, risk assessments, audits, and quality assurance, • Oversee rotas and resources effectively to deliver a safe service You will be a confident and compassionate leader with a strong background in domiciliary or homecare. Essential requirements include: • Level 3 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards), • Proven managerial experience within domiciliary or homecare services, • Good knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding, and compliance, • Excellent communication and leadership skills, • Strong experience managing staff teams, rotas, budgets, and service delivery, • Opportunity to lead and shape a growing service, • A supportive environment where your expertise is truly valued, • Career development and progression opportunities If you’re passionate about helping others, motivated by high standards, and ready to take ownership of a service, we’d love to hear from you. Maxim Recruitment Solutions acts as a recruitment agency. Due to the high number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to everyone individually. If you do not hear from us within 5 days please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. In line with the GDPR Regulations, we are making you aware that in order to proceed with your application; we may need to contact you via email, telephone and/or text message.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Children with Disabilities Team to work full time based in Bedford. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £37,890 per annum.Main duties: • Work within the values of the Department as expressed within the Care Act and ‘Putting People First’, promoting autonomy independence, choice, and wellbeing., • Manage a workload independently, seeking support and suggesting solutions for workload difficulties, exercising higher judgements and a degree of autonomy in situations of complexity, risk, uncertainty, and challenge, reflecting on first year in practice anticipating issues which may develop., • Accept responsibility and work with individuals facing complex social and family crisis, undertake a range of assessment and safeguard enquiries relating to vulnerable adults; making recommendations and decisions in carrying out actions relating to the liberty or safety of users, following best interests decisions, and where necessary in emergency situations, using the experience of line management and other experienced level social work practitioners., • Work in collaboration with service users to assess their needs and produce a statement of identified needs, agreed with, or shared with users., • Identify with service users a range of options available to meet the needs identified in line with the principles of Personalization/Self Directed Support., • Assist in deciding which of the range of options will be offered to the service user and to carry out necessary tasks to implement planned action., • Act as the named person for the service user to contact within the Department., • Be responsible for coordinating an agreed care plan and, where appropriate, to implement and evaluate agreed action, including direct work with some users., • Work in collaboration with staff from other agencies, such as Health, Education, Police, as well as service providers form within the Department or from the Private or Voluntary Sector., • Maintain appropriate and up to date records on work undertaken in accordance with the Departmental policy and to adhere to confidentiality and Data Protection, policy and procedures., • Attend case conferences and meetings as requested and produce reports as necessary., • Work as a member of a multi-agency team where required, undertaking duties agreed with the Team Manager/Line Manager., • A social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Continual professional development.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker/Experienced Social Worker within the Permanence Team to work full time based in Bedford. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £50,553 per annum.Main duties: • Work in partnership with children, young people and their families/carers and, through building effective relationships, to elicit their needs and views and promote participation in decision making. Communicate skilfully and confidently in complex or high risk situations, applying an understanding of the benefits and limitations of partnership work., • Undertake assessments in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy, and procedures for the service. Anticipate, assess and manage risk to children and young people in more complex situations and produce high quality assessments., • Plan, implement and review a range of interventions for children, young people, families/carers in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy and procedures for the service., • Manage a complex workload independently, establishing a network of internal and external colleagues from whom to seek advice and expertise. Model and help other with effective workload management skills., • Make pro-active use of supervision to support effective practice, reflection and career development and to meet the objectives of Professional Development Reviews., • Maintain accurate, up to date records safely and confidentially in accordance with the Council’s policies and procedures. Produce sufficient, well-structured records and reports, clearly recording and reporting analysis and judgements., • Pro-actively engage with colleagues and a range of organisations to identify, assess, plan for and support the needs of children, young people, families/carers in order to promote positive change and independence, whilst demonstrating confident and effective judgement about risk to children and young people., • Play a leading role in practice development within the team, through mentoring and modelling good practice in assessment, interventions and inter-professional and inter-agency work., • A Social Work Degree or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Social Work England registered., • Good written and Verbal communication skills.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Psychology Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Psychologist, supporting children or young people through emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, understanding, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or psychological needs, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your psychology skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker/Experienced Social Worker within the Assessment Team to work full time based in Bedford. The salary for this permanent Social Worker/Experienced Social Worker job is up to £50,553 per annum.Main duties: • Work in partnership with children, young people and families/carers and, through building relationships, to elicit their needs and views and promote participation in decision making., • Undertake assessments in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy, and procedures for the service and in the context of assessing risk to children and young people., • Plan, implement and review a range of intervention for children, young people and families/carers in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy and procedures for the service., • Manage a workload independently, seeking support and suggesting solutions for workload difficulties., • Make pro-active use of supervision to support effective practice, reflection and career development and to meet the objectives of Performance Development Reviews., • Maintain accurate, up to date records safely and confidently in accordance with the Council’s policies and procedures. Produce succinct, well-structured records and reports, clearly recording and reporting analysis and judgements., • Pro-actively engage with colleagues and a range of organisations to identify, assess, plan for and support the needs of needs of children, young people and families/carers in order to promote positive change and independence, whilst demonstrating confident and effective judgement about risk to children and young people., • Carry out all duties in accordance with the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy and other policies designed to protect employees and service users from harassment. It is the duty of the post-holder not to act in an oppressive or discriminatory manner towards employees or service users. The post-holder should respond to such practice or behaviour by challenging or reporting it., • A Social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation. This Social Worker/Experienced Social Worker job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

Multiskilled Maintenance TechnicianWould you like to work for an employer would give you additional training, development and even possible support for further education? Does working for an employer who rewards you for loyalty and hard work interest you? Yes?.. We would like to hear from you.Our client are a well-established, award winning, leading components & tech supplier, who have been trading for over 50 years. Their company culture is to take pride in providing an innovative, creative and forward thinking environment for their employees. There are a market leader in their industry and are now looking for an Electronically biased maintenance Technician / Engineer to join their team near Kempston, Bedford.The Role: • As Maintenance Engineer, you will carry out scheduled preventative maintenance tasks and services, on predominantly electronic, electrical machinery and equipment as well as working on Mechanical equipment (full training will be provided), • You will be able to perform electronic fault-finding techniques to resolve breakdowns during production periods., • You will record all completed tasks, keep a stock inventory and track order spare parts., • You will communicate effectively, all levels., • You will have a good idea / keen interest in continuous improvement and look at ways to improve current processes., • Apprenticeship qualified or equivalent within an Electronics Discipline, • A positive can-do attitude and willingness to go the extra mile, • You have proven track record with Wafer Fabrications or working in a clean room environment., • You have a proven track record with electrical motors, controls panels, fault finding on PCB's down to component level and soldering., • You are able to follow a logical thought process when troubleshooting issues, • You have a proven track record working in full PPE with chemicals., • You have a willingness to keep learning and developing yourself and your engineering skills., • On-going career progression and Development, • People focused, progressive forward thinking company & team, • Salary £45k DOE, • Company Pension, • Profit Share up-to 8%, • Private Health Care Package, • Gym & Cinema discounts, • Financial support to continue or commence study at University or College., • Double Days Shift Pattern Mon-Friday (6am to 2pm/ 2pm-10pm)

You're not just anyone. From every day life, to changing someone's world. Job Description Care Team Leader Because it’s not just anyone who can lead with purposeLocation: Larchwood House, BedfordHours: 7:00am–9:00pm (14-hour shifts)Rota: Monday to Sunday, working alternate weekendsPay: £13.31 per hour At Lifeways, we know that great support doesn’t happen by accident. It takes commitment. It takes heart. It takes someone who believes in people’s potential and shows up every day to help them live the life they choose. That’s why we’re not looking for just anyone. We’re looking for someone who leads by example. Someone who brings out the best in others. Someone who understands that every moment of support has the power to change a life. If that sounds like you, you could be the next Care Team Leader at Larchwood House. What Lifeways Stands For Our values aren’t slogans. They’re the way we work, the way we treat people, and the way we support each other. Caring – People are always at the centre.Honest – We build trust through openness.One Team – We succeed together.Innovative – We look for better ways to do things.Courageous – We do what’s right, even when it’s hard.Equal – Everyone is welcome, respected and included. These values guide everything we do. They’re the reason we’re proud of our teams and the reason people choose to build their careers with us. About Larchwood House Larchwood House is a warm, lively residential service supporting people with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. It’s a place where independence is encouraged, individuality is celebrated, and every day brings something different. The service includes: • Five self-contained apartments with open-plan living, • Two communal lounges and a shared laundry room, • A large, accessible garden with patio, decking and BBQ, • Excellent transport links, with a bus stop nearby and a train station just 8 minutes away What You’ll Gain We believe in recognising the people who make Lifeways what it is. You’ll receive: • Over £2,000 in total rewards each year, • Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000), • Gym discounts worth up to £192 annually, • Eye care and health cash plans, • 10% off at B&Q, • Blue Light Card eligibility, • £200 for every successful referral, • 3% employer pension contribution, • 8 paid training days per year Your Role As a Care Team Leader, you will play a key part in shaping the quality of support we deliver. You will: • Lead, motivate and support a team of Support Workers, • Help people live fulfilling, independent lives, • Support recruitment, training and supervision, • Communicate confidently with families, colleagues and professionals You might already be a Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker with an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care.Or you might be an experienced Support Worker or Care Assistant ready to take the next step. What matters most is your commitment to people, your willingness to learn, and your belief that everyone deserves a life filled with possibility. See the Difference We Make Watch this short video to get a feel for who we are and the impact of our work: Ready to Make a Real Difference If you want a role where you’re valued, supported and trusted to lead, we’d love to hear from you. Because it’s not just a job.And it’s not just anyone who can do it. LWGE

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is It Time to Use Your Early Years Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as an Early Years Practitioner, or in residential care, education, health, youth work, or social care, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed—it is about offering consistency, kindness, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network, • Be part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You? We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs (your background as an Early Years Practitioner is highly relevant here), • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role. Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your early years skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Is it Time to Use Your Healthcare Assistant & Support Worker Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker, helping children and families navigate challenges, provide guidance, or manage safeguarding concerns, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, empathy, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or family-related challenges, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Family Support Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Wilden, Bedfordshire 40 hours per week, term-time, permanent role Salary: £22,674.64 per annum Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives? Cambian Walnut Tree school is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team and help students thrive both academically and socially. The school: Walnut Tree School is an independent co-educational day school for students aged 7-19 with social, emotional and mental health difficulties. The school delivers full time education and covers both academic and vocational subjects in line with national benchmarks. We deliver differentiated teaching and learning activities within small groups in a purpose-built school environment. What you will be doing: • Supporting students learning and social development inside and outside the classroom., • Working 1:1 or 2:1 with students who need extra support., • Helping to set up engaging activities tailored to each student’s needs., • Supporting teachers to create a positive, organised, and inspiring classroom environment., • Competitive salary and opportunities to grow in your career., • Training and development – online or in person., • Wellbeing-focused workplace – your wellbeing matters., • Be part of a dedicated team with clear guidance and mentorship., • Enjoy a friendly, family-like atmosphere with supportive management. Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is It Time to Use Your Childcare Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a childminder, nanny, or working in residential care, education, health, youth work, or social care, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed—it is about offering consistency, kindness, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network, • Be part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You? We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs (your childcare background as a childminder or nanny is highly relevant here), • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role. Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your childcare skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Residential Childcare Experience Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Residential Childcare Worker or Practitioner, supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, care, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs in a residential care setting, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Residential Childcare skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

We are looking for passionate and motivated Support Workers to join an established team of staff, supporting people to enjoy an excellent quality of life in our Bedford supported living services. The services support individuals with learning disabilities, some mental health support needs, and some individuals who are within the autistic spectrum. This rewarding role will require flexibility across the week and your working time will involve working shifts which include evenings, weekends, waking nights and bank holidays. A high level of motivation and personal commitment is required along with demonstrable skills in engaging service users in planning their support. You will also be expected to work professionally alongside Care Managers and health professionals and to communicate positively with families, carers and friends. No previous experience is required – we value an engaging, creative, and person-centred approach above all. Vacancy Reference Number: 89516 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received an Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

Repairs Scheduler Full Time (37 hours per week)Location - Bedford (Hybrid Working)Salary - £27,825.00 per annum This role is hybrid, working from our head office in Bedford and from home. You will be office-based until fully trained; once competent, you can adopt a hybrid working pattern, to be agreed with the Scheduling Team Leader. There is a requirement to work a late shift from home (12pm - 8pm). In addition, one week in every four you will work half a day on a weekday and half a day on a Saturday. We can be flexible with this. Make a real difference in our brand-new in-house repairs & maintenance service Are you an experienced works scheduler with a background in dynamic scheduling systems and a passion for delivering excellent customer service? Do you want to be part of our brand-new in-house repairs & maintenance service, where your work makes a difference to our customers and you're valued as a key member of our workforce? If so, we want to hear from you! Repairs and maintenance services affect our customers personally, impacting their quality of life and satisfaction with their homes. To provide the very best service possible, we are bringing our repairs and maintenance service in-house. As a Repairs Scheduler you will be: • Be a confident people person who works seamlessly with our tradespeople and sub-contractors., • Scheduling the right colleague for each job and plan daily workloads efficiently and effectively., • Helping maximise first-time-fix rates and minimise travel between jobs., • Experience of logistical planning or other comparable scheduling service., • An organised approach to work, with a positive attitude and great time management., • A strong, demonstrable commitment to excellence in customer service through empathetic and considerate approaches to jobs., • Housing repairs and maintenance knowledge beneficial, but not essential. Hybrid role: office-based during training, then a mix of office and home working (to be agreed). Late shift 12pm-8pm from home. One week in every four includes half-day weekday and half-day Saturday working (flexible). Why Join Us? At bpha, our values are at the heart of everything we do: • We take responsibility: We do what we say and are accountable for our actions., • We show empathy: We respect and listen to every colleague and customer., • We are better together: We value diversity and achieve more as one team. We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a pay cheque. In addition to a wealth of other benefits and as part of our commitment to your wellbeing and development, we offer: • A competitive salary of £27,825.00 per annum., • Annual leave entitlement of 28 days (increasing, with length of service to 33 days) PLUS paid bank holidays., • Generous contributory pension scheme, with up to 12% contributed by bpha., • Free private health care (family members can also be added at a cost)., • Free life assurance., • Discounted gym membership., • A range of free wellbeing services including digital gym and fitness classes. If you're ready to make a positive impact and develop your career in our team, we'd love to hear from you! Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and as such bpha reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date upon identification of a suitable candidate. Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment. All offers will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including DBS check and references.

Independent Living Housing Officer (with on-call)£33,500 including £2000 car allowancePermanent, Full Time We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and resilient Independent Living Officer (with on-call) to join our team supporting customers living in our Independent Living schemes across Bedford. This is a rewarding role where every day you will make a meaningful difference to customers' independence, well-being, and safety. In this role you will provide a high-quality, responsive housing management service, build strong and supportive relationships with customers, and help maintain safe, well-run schemes. You will also take part in our 24/7 on-call responder rota as part of the bpha Respond service, providing essential emergency support to Independent Living and bpha Respond customers outside normal office hours. What you will be doing Housing Management & Customer Support • Manage three independent living schemes in Bedford, • Build positive, trusting relationships with customers through regular contact, welfare checks and timely follow-up when needs change., • Support customers to understand and maintain their tenancy, addressing concerns early and sensitively., • Manage a varied caseload, completing needs assessments, risk assessments, and person-centred plans., • Respond to arrears, ASB and safeguarding concerns in line with policy, ensuring issues are managed quickly and professionally. Scheme Safety & Compliance • Ensure schemes remain safe, secure and well-maintained through regular inspections and prompt repair reporting., • Complete core health and safety checks, building inspections, fire safety actions and documentation on time., • Support sign-ups, move-ins and tenancy changes to ensure a smooth and positive customer experience. Community, Collaboration & Support Planning • Work with partner agencies, support teams, local authorities and health professionals to ensure joined-up support., • Encourage engagement and help maintain a positive community atmosphere by supporting events and resident involvement., • Assist customers with higher levels of need, coordinating multi-agency plans and reviewing progress regularly. On-Call Responder Duties (Essential Part of the Role) • Participate in a 24/7 on-call rota, delivering an in-person emergency responder service to customers in Bedford., • Provide telephone support to out-of-area schemes during evenings, nights and weekends., • Attend emergency call-outs-such as falls, welfare concerns, alarm activations or urgent safeguarding issues-responding with care, professionalism and calmness., • Coordinate with emergency services when required and record all on-call activity accurately for service learning and improvement., • Meet response targets, including responding to 90% of call-outs within 30 minutes. What we're looking for • Warm, confident and empathetic communication skills., • Someone calm under pressure who can work independently and make sound decisions., • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload., • Experience supporting individuals with diverse or complex needs., • Understanding of safeguarding, boundaries, risk management and tenancy-related issues., • IT literacy and accuracy in record keeping., • A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential for on-call). Why work with us? You will join a supportive, values-driven team committed to helping people live safely and independently. We will provide training, ongoing development and opportunities to broaden your skills, including specialist training linked to responder duties. bpha reserves the right to close this vacancy early should we feel we have received an adequate number of relevant applicants.

Creative Support is a non-profit provider of personalised care and support services for a wide range of service users. We are currently recruiting for enthusiastic and motivated Waking Night Support Workers to join our services at 7 Dove Lane, Harrold, Bedford. If you would like a rewarding role that includes working with people who have learning and physical disabilities to achieve their life goals and join the local community then we would love to hear from you. Support Worker Duties: • Providing respectful personal care, practical and emotional support,, • Develop and sustain warm and trusting relationships with service users, Vacancy Reference Number: 85454 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK. – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme

We are currently looking for Residential Support Workers to join our established team in Bedford, Bedfordshire located off of Goldington Road. Our residential support workers provide care and support for 5 individuals with learning and physical disabilities, and other needs to enjoy an excellent quality of life in this residential care home. If you would like the rewarding role of working with people who have learning disabilities to achieve their life goals and join the local community then we would love to hear from you. The service is located 10 minutes from Bedford town centre off of the Goldington Road and near to Goldington Green. There is free onsite and on-street parking for staff and good transport links via the Number 10 and 27 buses. The service is a large bungalow with an expansive garden which the individuals love to spend time in during the warmer weather. Individuals living at the service are sociable and active and enjoy lots of interaction with their staff. They enjoy spending quality time with the staff team at the service and out in the community. Examples of activities include walks around the local area, going shopping, sensory activities, shopping in the town centre, day trips out, visiting arts and crafts, and board games. Support Worker duties include: • Providing respectful and dignified personal care including the administration of medication, • Working shifts which include evenings, weekends and bank holidays, • Supporting service users with the activities they enjoy, such as bowling and going on walks around the Bedford area, • Supporting individuals to manage all aspects of their home environment and ensure it is reflective of their personal tastes and preferences Vacancy Reference Number: 85476 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

Optometrist Role Location - Clapham Salary - Up to £65,000 per annum As the UK's leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our expert Surgeons undertake more procedures collectively than any other national provider. For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. We are focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology. A fantastic opportunity has become available for an optometrist to provide care to patients from our busy clinic in Clapham. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside experienced eye care professionals, including ophthalmologists, and play a crucial role in the delivery of a diverse range of clinical eye care services to our patients. We ask that you have a minimum of 2 years experience as an optometrist. At Optical Express, no two days are the same. Your role will be varied and can include: • Pre and post-operative consultations for our refractive and cataract surgery patients, • Providing clinical support to our ophthalmologists, • Providing Essential and Advanced Eye examinations for our patients Your package: We are committed to providing optometrists with rewards and benefits that really make a difference. The fantastic range of benefits you will receive include: • A market leading salary up to £65,000 per annum., • Salary enhancement through our Performance Pay scheme., • 33 days annual leave per year, increasing with length of service., • Pension Scheme., • Private Healthcare., • Paid Professional Fees., • Indemnity Coverage., • Independent Prescribing Sponsorship and Placement Assistance., • Access to Optical Express CET courses., • Complimentary or discounted Laser Eye Surgery, Intraocular Lens surgery or Lipiflow treatment., • Generous Optical Express Friends and Family Discount scheme. Full and part time opportunities are available. Relocation allowances will be considered. Optical Express is committed to providing clinicians and patients alike with access to state of the art diagnostic and treatment technologies from a range of market leaders such as Carl Zeiss and Johnson & Johnson Vision. Full refractive and cataract surgery training will be provided and is delivered by experienced clinicians. To ensure you have maximum support day-to-day in the clinic, you will work alongside an exceptional professional team, as well as having access to invaluable guidance from the Clinical Services team, which includes some of the most experienced optometrists and ophthalmologists in the specialist areas of refractive surgery and cataract care.

Become a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer with Bedford Council. Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer Bedford Borough Council | Full-time | Self-employed Package: £62,000 per year + fostering allowance + £1,000 for birthdays & holidays • To foster in the UK, applicants must be at least 21 years old. Are you 21 or over?, • Do you have a spare dedicated bedroom?, • Have you currently or previously been a Foster Carer or Kinship Carer?, • Have you got experience of working with children and young people, and/or vulnerable adults in a professional or personal capacity? Important – Visa Status We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa, • Any other temporary or time-limited visa Use Your Professional Skills to Transform a Young Person’s Life Bedford Borough Council is recruiting Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers to provide stable, nurturing homes for young people transitioning from residential care. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a child or young person into your home and provide consistent, full-time care, often supporting those with more complex emotional or behavioural needs. Fostering is not just for couples - what matters most is your dedication, patience, and ability to provide a safe, supportive home. In fact, most Foster Carers in the UK are single, proving that one caring adult can make an extraordinary difference. If you have experience in education, healthcare, social care, youth work, or similar roles, you may already have the professional skills to make a life-changing difference. What You Receive • £62,000 per year, • The child’s fostering allowance, • £1,000 additional payment for birthdays and holidays, • Trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • 24-hour clinical support, • Up to 28 days respite, • Peer support networks, including the Mockingbird Constellation This is a full-time role providing care in your own home, supported by a dedicated local fostering team. A spare bedroom dedicated to fostering is essential. Could You Foster? Can you stay calm under pressure? Do you want to use your professional skills in a deeply rewarding new way? If so, we would love to speak with you. BEDFORD_LinkedIn Spons Job Ad (Skills Focused Version) Become a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer with Bedford Council. Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer Bedford Borough Council | Full-time | Self-employed Annual Package: £62,000 + fostering allowance + £1,000 for birthdays & holidays Use Your Professional Skills in a New and Highly Rewarding Way Bedford Borough Council is recruiting Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers to support young people moving on from residential care into a stable, nurturing home environment. If you have experience in education, healthcare, social care, youth work, or support roles, you may already have the skills needed to make a transformative difference in a child’s life. About the Role As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported by a dedicated local fostering team. Many young people have more complex emotional or behavioural needs, and you will play a vital role in helping them feel safe, valued, and ready for their next steps. A spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering is essential. We’re Looking for People who can: • Stay calm under pressure, • Offer stability, patience, and a nurturing home environment, • Use their professional experience to support a young person’s progress, • Provide full-time care from home What You will Receive • £62,000 per year, • £1,000 additional payment for birthdays and holidays, • Trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • 24-hour clinical support, • Up to 28-days paid respite cover, • Peer support through the Mockingbird Constellation model Ready to Learn More? If you are looking for a new direction where your skills truly matter, we would love to speak with you. Start a no-obligation conversation today to find out more.

Job Title: Patient Advisor Hours: Full Time - 40 hours (Must be flexible to work weekends) Location: Clapham Salary: £27,000+ benefits Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology. The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity. The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet. A career at Optical Express is fulfilling, fun and rewarding. As an employee, you can benefit from the following: • An industry leading salary plus excellent bonus potential, • State of the art, modern working environments, • 29 days annual leave pro rata, • Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery, • Free eye tests, • Discounted prescription eye wear and sunglasses, • Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme, • Ongoing training and development opportunities, • Pension scheme It’s our Patient Advisor’s role to make our patients feel like a superstar from the moment they enter our clinics. Our Patient Advisors are often the first person our patient interacts with. Every day will bring something new, but your day to day role will involve: • Building relationships with patients and ensuring regular communication prior to and following their treatment, • Assisting in patient consultations, • Scanning patients eyes using state of the art equipment as part of a full health check, • Assisting patients to complete health questionnaires, • Introducing patients to their optometrist, • Scheduling treatment dates, • Discussing finance options, • Accurately maintaining patient records Are you our ideal candidate? The answer is yes if you: • Have a passion for providing world-class customer service, • Possess strong organisational skills, • Can communicate clearly and articulately with a diverse range of people, • Are motivated and driven to succeed If you believe you have the right skills and attributes for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Job description - Counter-Fraud Apprenticeship Trainer Overview Intelligencia Training are an established Protective Services apprenticeship training provider with a firm track record and footprint in 4 specialist areas. Delivering rewarding Intelligence Analysis, Counter-Fraud, Anti-Social Behaviour and Youth Justice Apprenticeships within high profile Government agency, public and private sector departments. We are seeking qualified and experienced investigation professionals to join our ever-growing counter-fraud training team. Role and Responsibilities: The role will involve the delivery of Higher Education programmes to a diverse range of apprentices and learners across the UK therefore applicants must have an ability to adapt to a variety of sectors, to include Law Enforcement, Financial Services and Government Agencies. We are seeking individuals with a proven track record in fraud investigation, both in terms of practical application, but also process and theory. The ideal candidate will also have experience within fraud prevention, deterrence and measurement. As a trainer, you will be using your background to deliver the Counter-Fraud Investigation Apprenticeship Standard to a range of customers involved in fraud related investigations. The right candidate will use their previous experience to deliver an exciting and challenging programme, and therefore it is essential you will have an engaging communication and teaching style. As part of the CF training team you will primarily adopt a remote working model but there will be the need for periodic travel to client sites and the office when required. You will train, coach and assess your cohorts of apprentices throughout their programme and engage regularly with Intelligencia's Administration and Quality Assurance teams. Experience and Skills: • A strong and proven background in serious investigations, specifically around counter-fraud and money laundering., • Experience within fraud control, deterrence, measurement and risk., • Excellent working knowledge and experience of PACE, CPIA, The Fraud Act, Proceeds of Crime, Bribery Act and the PEACE interviewing model., • A law enforcement background is not essential, and we welcome applications from those working in other sectors involved in fraud-based investigations., • Previous teaching experience and qualifications are desirable but not essential as internal training and qualification programmes are in place. Starting Salary £42,000 + private health care and further commission-based earning opportunities. Increased to £45,000 after 12 months in post in addition to the company wide yearly pay increase. Safer-recruitment Please note the interview will be a face-to-face interview held at our premises at MK45 3QQ. Please ensure travel to this location is achievable before applying. If you will not be able to attend the interview location then please do not apply. For teaching roles, in association with safer-recruitment, it is our policy for face-to-face interviews to take place. Intelligencia Training is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for all. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Intelligencia Training is dedicated to safer recruitment practices and safeguarding learners and staff. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including a DBS check, appropriate references, and verification of qualifications and right to work in the UK. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or vulnerable people. If you are shortlisted for the role you will be subject to an online search and a request to complete a self-disclosure form. The closing date for applications for this role is the 26th March 2026.

FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER - COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT White Goods Engineer, Domestic Appliance Engineer, Catering Engineer, Laundry Engineer or Field Service Engineer experience? LAUNDRY ENGINEER YOUR EXPERIENCE • Field Service Engineer with Electro-Mechanical or Gas & Electrical experience, • Able to use a Multi Meter, • Laundry Engineer, White Goods Engineer, Domestic Appliance Engineer advantageous, • Full UK Driving Licence, • Gas ACS qualification desirable (training can be provided after probation), • Able to work efficiently to rectify breakdowns and to work accurately to PPM schedules, • Experience working on commercial laundry brands such as Miele, Electrolux, Girbau, JLA Based from home, you will undertake service, breakdown & fault-finding on a wide range of Commercial Laundry equipment as well as Washers, Dryers and Ironers at client premises including care homes, universities, hotels and more. Providing excellent customer service while on-site, ensuring that all service visits meet company and client expectations. Ongoing manufacturer/product training will be provided for candidates with relevant experience. HOURS & REMUNERATION • Monday to Friday - 42.5 hours per week, • Standby rota - 1 in 4 weekends - Approx £4,000-£6,000 extra, • Paid travel - door to door, • Overtime: Paid at x1.5 Mon - Sat and x2 for Sundays, • Company Van (Automatic Transit, fully equipped, available for personal use), • Uniform, tools, phone, PDA provided, • 28 days holiday + Bank Holidays, • Private Health Care Scheme and Company Pension Scheme, • Basic Salary: £36,000, • £3000 extra if Gas Safe, • Standby pay: £50 per day (1 in 4 weekends) + Callout rate - Approx £4,000-£6,000 extra annually if called out., • Bonus: Monthly performance-based bonus (details to be discussed at interview) Then please contact Ella at startMonday now! Keywords; Laundry Engineer, JLA Engineer, Commercial Washing Machine Engineer, Miele Engineer, Electrolux Engineer, Catering Engineer, White Goods Engineer, Domestic Appliance Engineer, Washing Machine Engineer JTRA1_UKTJ

Our client has a permanent vacancy for a Residential Property Solicitor/Licensed Conveyancer/Legal Executive. Reporting to the Head of Conveyancing the successful candidate will have experience across the full spectrum of residential conveyancing; especially in the areas of Freehold, Leasehold, Sales, Purchases, Re-mortgages, Shared Ownership Schemes, Rights to Buy, Transfer of Equity and Lease extensions. Hybrid or remote working candidates will be considered, however you must be qualified with residential property experience of at least 3 years and some experience of supervising others. Candidates should ideally have: • A minimum of 3 years PQE in the relevant area of law, • Good client care skills, provide professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of conduct, • Strong IT skills, • Effective business development skills with proven marketing strategies, • Capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets, • Up-to-date knowledge and skills in compliance with Continuing Professional Development, CQS and internal training expectations, • Proven experience of handling own caseload, • Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines, • Good drafting and writing skills, excellent communication and technical ability, • Case Management experience (desirable)

RECONNECT Worker - Bedfordshire & Milton Keynes Location: Bedfordshire Salary: £24,000 Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role We are Forward, a social enterprise that empowers people to break the cycle of crime and addiction so they can move forward and live fulfilling lives. Our services focus on supporting individuals to make positive and lasting change through compassionate, person-centred support. The RECONNECT service is a care after custody programme that improves the continuity of care for people leaving prison or an Immigration Removal Centre (IRC) who have identified health needs. We work with individuals up to 12 weeks before their release and for up to six months post-release, ensuring they can successfully transition into community-based health and wellbeing services while maintaining the progress made while in custody. Our East of England RECONNECT service supports adults aged 18 and over who are due to be released from custody within 12 weeks, or within 28 days post-release, and who require ongoing healthcare or wellbeing support. About the Role As a RECONNECT Practitioner, you will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive, inclusive and bespoke RECONNECT service to individuals preparing for release from HMP Bedford, HMP Woodhill and Yarl's Wood IRC. Working closely with service users prior to release and throughout their transition back into the community, you will identify individual needs through robust assessments and develop personalised care plans. These plans will ensure individuals are connected to appropriate health, wellbeing and community services to support long-term recovery and stability. You will work collaboratively with prison staff, healthcare professionals, community organisations and other partner agencies to ensure that individuals receive seamless support. The role requires strong relationship-building skills and a proactive approach to coordinating services that safeguard and sustain health and wellbeing outcomes. Key responsibilities include: • Processing referrals and providing updates to referrers on assessment outcomes, • Conducting in-depth needs assessments for all appropriate referrals, • Developing and implementing personalised, SMART care plans centred on the needs of the service user, • Maintaining regular contact and support with service users in preparation for release and for up to six months post-release, • Ensuring service users are effectively connected to GP services, healthcare support, mentoring, aftercare and wider community services, • Building and maintaining strong partnerships with prisons, healthcare providers and external agencies, • Implementing clear referral pathways including Offender Management in Custody, Prison Healthcare, and Family or Self-referrals, • Delivering structured interventions and using motivational interviewing techniques in both one-to-one and group settings, • Supporting the safe delivery of services by actively engaging with risk assessment and safeguarding processes We are looking for a compassionate and motivated professional who is committed to supporting individuals as they rebuild their lives after custody. You will have experience working with people facing complex challenges and be confident in delivering person-centred support within multi-agency environments. You will bring strong assessment, communication and organisational skills, along with the ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. To be successful in this role you will have: • Experience working within mental health, emotional wellbeing or substance misuse services, • Experience conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored SMART care plans, • Experience delivering structured interventions with service users, • Experience using motivational interviewing techniques in both one-to-one and group settings, • Strong IT and database skills to support case management and reporting, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with service users and partner agencies, • Experience working collaboratively with partner organisations to achieve positive outcomes, • Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage a varied caseload We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: • Flexible working, • Training and development opportunities, • Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional), • Season Ticket Loan Scheme, • Cycle to work scheme, • Crisis Loan Scheme, • Electric Car Scheme, • 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees), • Access to Blue Light Card, • 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays, • Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter, • Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Workshop Repair Engineer to join the engineering team at our Depot in Bedford. As a Workshop Repair Engineer you will be responsible for Repair depot fleet assets to company and legislative standards In return you will receive a Competitive Salary, 25 days annual holiday plus bank holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, Auto enrolment pension scheme and Lifestyle benefits – Discount on selected high street store. Responsibilities include: • Support the Workshop Service Manager in the effective running of the Depot workshop, ensuring that machines under repair KPIs are maintained at manageable levels., • Undertake routine and complex repairs to machines at depot to ensure conformance with manufactures specification and company policy., • Working with the depot team ensure the quantity and amount of time machines are under repair is kept a low as possible, in line with depot KPIs., • Act as an ambassador for the company, providing a high standard of customer care and being polite at all times. Relay appropriate customer queries to depot staff as required., • Accurately complete all relevant paperwork, using Company's engineering system/application., • Update system on machine status change i.e. PDI/PHI carried out, Machine under repair, 6 monthly statutory Inspection completed, etc., • IPAF Operator Licence., • Relevant general engineering maintenance qualification, preferably to NVQ level 3 or equivalent., • Experience of completing complex engineering repairs., • Have a mature outlook and the ability to prioritise tasks and work well under pressure., • Understand the importance of excellent customer service., • Experience in diesel engineering, auto electrics, hydraulics and diagnostics fault finding., • Ability to use basic functions of the operating system (L-Vis) to complete tasks relevant to role., • Ability to complete basic company administration processes in line with role. At Nationwide Platforms, your safety is absolutely our priority. Our award winning BlueSky Solutions and Training division offer our customers access to the latest and safest ways to work and through long standing partnerships with our manufacturers, we will always provide equipment that will lead the way to a safer industry. Some of our innovations include the award-winning secondary guarding systems and Harness ON™, a range of pioneering Material Handling Attachments (MHAs), and the SkySentry™ control and monitoring system. At Nationwide Platforms, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We recognise that a variety of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is crucial to our success in the Powered Access industry. Our commitment is to ensure that every employee feels respected, valued, and supported in their work environment JTRA1_UKTJ

Electrician- Level 3 only Location: HMP Bedford- St Loyes Street, Bedford MK40 Salary: £39,579.20- plus a 5% shift allowance for weekend working and £1000 in RRA per annum . Contract: Full time/Permanent We are seeking a dedicated fully qualified Electrician to join our team at HMP Bedford, a Category B & adult/male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday-Sunday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Bedford runs like a self-contained town, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community. As an Electrician, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, other Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all. If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for an Electrician with a combination of: • certificate in BS7671:2018 (18th edition), • Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation or Electrotechnical Services (City & Guilds/EAL), including relevant NVQs and competency assessments (AM2/AM2S). For example: 2367 or 2357., • Two years' experience working in a role as a fully qualified electrician, • Experience working on commercial or industrial electrical systems, • Good working knowledge of planned and preventive maintenance operations, • Good Health & Safety knowledge JBRP1_UKTJ

Are you a driven Commercial Property Paralegal with a minimum of 1 years’ experience in the legal sector, looking for a new challenge with a prestigious Legal 500 firm? This role offers a generous holiday allowance, firm-funded eye tests, a monthly holiday bonus scheme where additional days off can be earned by achieving regional income targets, and ongoing training to support your professional development.The Firm: Our Legal 500 client is a nationwide, full-service firm with 20+ offices, praised for its high-quality advice and strong client satisfaction. Combining top-tier expertise with commercial insight, the firm delivers strategic, expert support across all practice areasResponsibilities for this Commercial Property Paralegal: • Handling enquiries from clients, solicitors, lenders, and estate agents, whether in person, by phone, or via email., • Creating detailed attendance notes for all forms of communication., • Opening and closing files, conducting AML checks, maintaining file updates with correspondence (both electronic and paper), and ensuring adherence to SRA regulations, Lexcel, and firm policies., • Providing administrative support, including photocopying, scanning, and related tasks., • Typing audio recordings., • Managing filing and general administrative duties., • Preparing client quotes and drafting completion statements., • Assisting the Fee Earner in preparing the report on title, mortgage report, and search report for clients., • Raising inquiries and responding to requisitions., • Performing online searches., • Using the Land Registry portal for submitting registrations, responding to requisitions, and ordering official copies., • Calculating and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax applications., • Drafting forms such as AP1s and TP1s., • Preparing and submitting bills, receipts, and payments to the finance team on behalf of fee earners.Benefits for this Commercial Property Paralegal role:, • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, • 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Company pension scheme, • Monthly holiday bonus scheme (earn extra days off by meeting performance targets), • Firm-funded eye care, including regular eye tests, • Extensive training and development opportunities, including support for professional qualification studyFor more information about this Commercial Property Paralegal vacancy please contact Mia Henderson quoting reference 36797.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

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 a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates. Where will you be working? At M Group Energy, were enabling the energy essential to support our lives. We provide an end-to-end service, delivering solutions in electricity transmission, distribution, renewable energy, EV, metering and home decarbonisation. What will you be doing: We're recruiting for an Electrical Safety Compliance Advisor. Your principal duty is to provide support to all the businesses and contracts within the energy division at M Group. Ensuring all staff that work or operate on or near the various electricity networks conduct themselves in accordance with the companies and Client safety procedures to maintain Safety from the System and return home each day safely. MGroup Energy Division are a national business and travelling throughout the UK with up to several nights away is an integral part of the role (Car benefit included). A full UK driving licence is required for this role. The Energy Division Electrical Safety Compliance Advisor reports to the Divisional Electrical Safety Manager. • Ensuring all staff are assessed as competent and authorised for their assigned duties., • Management of the safety passport scheme supporting contracts in the completion of technical audits on operatives., • Acting as the assessing officer on a wide range of electrical civil disciplines:, • Substation access LV up to 400kV (Essential), • Jointing LV up to 400kV (Essential), • Electrical fitting (Essential), • Authorised persons and Senior Authorised persons (Essential), • Overhead linesman (Desirable), • Commissioning engineers (Essential), • BS7671 electricians (Desirable), • Support the wider business interest including business opportunities., • Develop and implement in association with other personnel electronic field records., • Complete electrical assurance audits on a variety of sites from DNOs to smart metering, • NEBOSH General or Construction certificate, • Previous experience as a Safety Advisor in a construction environment., • Extensive knowledge and experience of CDM Regulations, • Full driving licence and willingness to travel, • Environmental Qualifications desirable, • Consistently demonstrate high standards of safety behaviour, leading by example and promoting a positive safety culture, • Ability to manage potential conflict during site inspections with operational teams, • Capable of delivering confident articulate presentationsWhats in it for you?, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Company Car/Salary Sacrfice Scheme/Car Allowance, • Private Health Care, • Discretionary bonus scheme, • Pension Scheme, • Life assurance, • Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, • Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave

We are a leading vehicle transportation company within the UK, dedicated to providing reliable and efficient car transportation services across the nation. Our fleet and team are expanding, and we are seeking experienced Car Transporter Drivers to join our dynamic team. This role is for a 7 Car Rigid Transporter Driver so experience is necessary. Salary: OTE up to £69,000 pa You will be required to work Monday-Friday with nights out (be prepared for 4 nights you may get home mid week but not guaranteed) -night out allowance £26.10 per night. Due to the nights out it is not essential to live too close to Bedford You will require your Class 1 Licence (with no more than 6 points), Digi Tacho Card and CPC qualification. Key Responsibilities: • Safely load, transport, and unload vehicles on a car transporter., • Conduct regular vehicle inspections and report any issues., • Maintain accurate records of deliveries and vehicle conditions., • Comply with all road transport legislation and company policies., • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses and extra hours., • Modern Fleet: Drive well-maintained, state-of-the-art transport vehicles., • Contributory pension scheme, • 22 days holiday plus Bank holidays, • Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement into bigger Trucks., • Tablet and all required equipment plus full IT Fleet Uniform, • Periodic CPC training, • Eye care vouchers, • Welcome to keep Esso Nectar points JTRA1_UKTJ

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. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Job description: Job Summary Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. Based at our Luton manufacturing plant youll do just that. Established in 1993, GKN Aerospace in Luton is a world leader in commercial and military ice protection systems and transparencies. Offering a full range of capabilities; design, analysis, testing, certification and manufacture of electro-thermal ice protection, military fast jet canopies and flight deck windows to over 20 programmes including: Boeing 787, Dreamliner, Airbus A320, AgustaWestland, AW101, Eurofighter Typhoon and Lockheed, Martin F-22 Raptor. Our customers include Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Bell Helicopters, Textron, BAE Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Leonardo. Our Luton site is home to 370+ employees and onsite facilities including onsite parking, food hub and vending machines. Join our Transparencies team as a Principal Design Engineer and help drive innovative design solutions. We are looking for a Principal Design Engineer to join our Transparencies team to support a portfolio of new and existing programmes including Fast jet canopies, Helicopter Windscreens and Flight Deck Windows. ThePrincipal Design Engineer is a technical authority within the Transparency Systems team, responsible for leading complex product development, driving technical strategy, and ensuring engineering excellence across multiple programmes. It spans the full lifecycle: advanced concept development, requirements definition, geometric design, materials and process selection, supporting tooling design, manufacturing development, qualification, and in service support. ThePrincipal Design Engineer also plays a major role in shaping technology roadmaps, mentoring engineering teams, and representing the business in high-level customer, regulatory, and airworthiness discussions. This role requires flexibility for occasional travel, both within the UK and internationally. Core operational hours at our Luton site are: 07:30 - 16:30 Monday to Thursday & 07:30 - 12:30 Friday. Job Responsibilities Act as the technical authority for transparency design across multiple programmes, ensuring design integrity, safety, and compliance with customer, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements. Lead the definition of design standards and engineering best practices for transparency systems and approve design solutions, specifications, concessions, rework schemes, and compliance documentation. Provide expert guidance on requirements management, materials selection, structural performance, optical performance, manufacturing processes and qualification methods. Represent Design function in MRBs and serve as the primary escalation point for all MRB-related queries, exercising technical authority to determine and approve the disposition of non conforming parts. Define and validate test methods and/or alternate means of compliance (analysis/similarity) as required to demonstrate design solution complies with requirements. Act as a senior technical interface with customers, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders. Communicate complex technical information clearly to both technical and non technical audiences. Lead major technical reviews, gate reviews, and customer design reviews, ensuring high quality technical data and presentations. Identify, assess, and manage technical risks across programmes, proposing mitigation strategies and influencing programme direction. Support capability development within the Transparency Systems team including training, knowledge capture, and succession planning. You will contribute to the development of GKN as a 'Great Place to Work', aligned with the core principles - safe, innovative, open & honest, care & respect, and ownership. Profile description: What You'll Bring To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes: Essential: Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or similar Experience in Aerospace design / or Aerospace product development. Deep understanding of the full product lifecycle, design practices, manufacturing processes, and airworthiness requirements. Proven ability to lead complex engineering work packages and solve complex technical problems using evidence based, methodical approaches. Familiarity with digital engineering and model based design preferably using CATIA V5. Excellent communication skills, able to create clear, concise, and accurate technical content and present to senior stakeholders. Desirable: Expert user of CATIA V5 for complex modelling and drawing creation Chartered Engineer status (CEng) Experience working with defence customers and regulatory authorities. Experience in transparencies, composites, or specialist structures/ systems. This is a hands on role, and the work will entail a high level of collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations as part of an integrated programme team to ensure both technical and programme objectives are met. You'll have strong leadership qualities with experience mentoring and developing engineering teams. You should be adaptable in your approach to work, and be willing to understudy other team members in their areas of responsibility to ensure overall department objectives are met. As Principal Design Engineer, you will be naturally detail oriented and appreciate the need for procedural compliance to meet both regulatory requirements and maintain product safety. Your proactive nature will enable you to understand and adapt to new technology areas quickly. Your good communication skills shall enable you to confidently engage with a wide variety of internal stakeholders. You should seek to increase/deepen own technical knowledge through study, training, collaborative working and continual professional development. Note: Some GKN programmes are subject to regulatory restrictions which may impact certain nationalities. As part of the application process you will be asked to declare when applying for this role. The position requires UK National Security Vetting (UKNSV) Security clearance (SC) due to the nature and responsibilities of the work carried out. In order for us to obtain an SC you usually need to have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years to current date (but we do assess each case individually). We offer: What We'll Offer Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits: Competitive salary dependent on experience The opportunity to earn up to 15% bonus Industry Leading Pension Scheme = well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis Life Assurance 8 x salary 185 hours holiday + bank holidays Income protection Shopping discounts Cycle To Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family Free onsite parking Local gym discount Free airport parking Enhanced family friendly leave A collaborative, dynamic working environment Join us and keep the world moving click on the link below to apply A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work. Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know. We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ? JTRA1_UKTJ

VolkerHighways is a leading provider of Highways and Street Lighting term maintenance services. We pride ourselves on building strong, collaborative relationships with our clients to deliver efficiency and continuous improvement across all projects. Our expertise extends to public realm infrastructure works, supported by our in-house traffic management division, which offers specialist advice and operational support for both internal and external contracts. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an LV Cable Jointer to join our team, working on Street Lighting and ICP contracts across the Midlands and Southeast. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out cable jointing tasks for new connections, transfers, and disconnections on UKPN and SSEN low-voltage networks (LV - 11kV). About you We are looking for individuals with experience in highways and street maintenance contracts, ideally holding the following certifications and qualifications: • DNO Authorisation, • G39, • NRSWA, • MEWP, • IPAF, • ECS CSCS Card, • City & Guilds Qualifications, • First Aid (Appointed Person) Why work for us? VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: • Competitive salary, • Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday, • Private medical care, • Pension, • Life Assurance, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts, • Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training, • Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits, • Employee Assistance programme, • Mental health, physical health, and financial support We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all. JTRA1_UKTJ

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. Role: Relief Nursery Practitioner. Location: Cherry Trees Day Nursery | Cranfield | MK43 0ZU. Contract: Permanent | 0 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern: Varied, ad-hoc shifts between 07:30-18:30, Monday-Friday. Salary: £12.87-£14.33 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed. Why join us? • Flexible work option: Work varied relief shifts on a week-to-week basis according to the nursery’s cover requirements, at just this nursery or across as many of our other nurseries as you would like to., • Exclusive partner benefits : Long-service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts., • Wellbeing support : Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will-writing service., • Career development : Team inset days, access to online training and apprenticeships through our academy. About us • We are employee-owned: Every colleague is a partner with a voice, who helps drive our success; when we do well, we each receive an annual tax-free dividend., • We are number 1: Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes., • We are community driven : Supporting causes close to our hearts, we’ve raised more than £3.5 million for charity., • We are environmentally responsible : Building a greener tomorrow our nurseries all hold Green Flag awards and are powered by 100% renewable energy. About you • You are a naturally nurturing person : You have some experience of caring for babies and children aged five and under, ideally in an early years environment; holding a DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above is advantageous though not essential., • You are passionate about inspiring children: Your knowledge of child development, and ideally your EYFS knowledge, will enable you to implement engaging activities that have been planned by the Key Person to empower children to learn through play and exploration; you will contribute to observations for the children’s learning journeys., • You are an advocate for safeguarding: You will ensure every child feels safe, valued, and happy and their well-being is promoted., • You are collaborative : You enjoy working in partnership with others, and can effectively communicate and build strong and positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues. We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applicants of all ages (17+ due to Ofsted rules) and backgrounds. We’re committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required. If you meet the essential criteria for this role, your application will be automatically shortlisted for review by our Recruitment Team who will determine if an interview is the next step. Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check.

Our Legal 500 and Lexcel accredited client is looking for a Private Client Solicitor with at least 3 years PQE to join their highly reputable team. The firm offer hybrid working, holiday purchase/bonus day schemes, an annual bonus plus many more amazing benefits.The Firm: Our Legal 500 client is a nationwide, full-service firm with 20+ offices, praised for its high-quality advice and strong client satisfaction. Combining top-tier expertise with commercial insight, the firm delivers strategic, expert support across all practice areasResponsibilities for this Private Client Solicitor role: • Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney, • Deeds of variation, • Probate matters (to include tax and trusts and complex estate accounts), • Dealing with elderly clients and mental health matters, • Court of Protection and Public Guardian matters, • Dealing with discretionary and nil rate band trusts, • Undertaking home, hospital and residential care home visitsBenefits for this Private Client Solicitor opportunity:, • 26 days holiday + BH’s, • Christmas week closure, • Holiday purchase scheme, • Bonus holiday scheme (up to 12 additional days leave a year), • Annual bonus, • Hybrid working, • Online training courses., • Cycle to work scheme., • Monthly fun events with prizes., • Medicash Scheme and EAPFor more information about this Private Client Solicitor vacancy please contact Mia Henderson quoting reference 37339.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Contracts Manager (Electrical) £30,000-£50,000 (DOE) + Ongoing training & development + progression + Holiday + Pension + Company benefits BEDFORD Are you Contracts Manager from an Electrical background looking to join a well-established reputable company who offer ongoing training & development & who like to promote employees from within? On offer is an excellent opportunity to join a leading electrical contractor in an interesting, varied and technically challenging position where you will be working on exciting projects across the commercial, industrial & residential sectors. This fantastic company pride themselves on high quality workmanship and exceptional customer care and as such they have built up a great reputation in the industry. Due to an ever-expanding order book, they are now looking to add a Contracts Manager in to their passionate & dedicated team. In this role you will be responsible for overseeing and managing electrical contracting projects across Commercial, Industrial and Residential sectors. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full project lifecycle - from pre-contract tendering and award through to final account settlement - ensuring all works are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with contractual obligations. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Contracts manager to join a company who offer technical training & actively promote from within into senior roles ...

Contracts Manager (Electrical)£30,000-£50,000 (DOE) + Ongoing training & development + progression + Holiday + Pension + Company benefitsBEDFORDAre you Contracts Manager from an Electrical background looking to join a well-established reputable company who offer ongoing training & development & who like to promote employees from within?On offer is an excellent opportunity to join a leading electrical contractor in an interesting, varied and technically challenging position where you will be working on exciting projects across the commercial, industrial & residential sectors.This fantastic company pride themselves on high quality workmanship and exceptional customer care and as such they have built up a great reputation in the industry. Due to an ever-expanding order book, they are now looking to add a Contracts Manager in to their passionate & dedicated team.In this role you will be responsible for overseeing and managing electrical contracting projects across Commercial, Industrial and Residential sectors. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full project lifecycle - from pre-contract tendering and award through to final account settlement - ensuring all works are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with contractual obligations.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Contracts manager to join a company who offer technical training & activel...

Are you looking for a career where you can support children who need additional care, patience, and encouragement to access learning? SEN Teaching Assistant - Bedford Education & Training Opportunity £460 - £500 per week A welcoming and inclusive specialist school in Bedford is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of complex learning and developmental needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to build experience within education and training while making a real difference to young people's daily lives. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require extra support to participate in school life and learning activities. The children you will support have a variety of additional needs, and each pupil will require a tailored and compassionate approach. The needs of the learners at this Bedford school include: Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties - pupils who may have significant physical and learning disabilities and require high levels of support with communication, mobility, and personal care Severe Learning Difficulties - learners who may find it challenging to process information, develop language skills, and work independently Autism Spectrum Condition - pupils who may struggle with social communication, sensory processing, and changes in routine Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - children who may experience difficulties wi...

About The Role: Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description. HomeServe are now recruiting for directly employed Gas Repair Engineers to join our team! • Location - Luton, • Full Time - You will average 40 hours per week over the year working annualised hours (less in summer more in winter) but your pay will not change! This includes some weekend, evening and bank holiday work, • Salary -£52,830. Plus a £3000 guaranteed bonus in your first yearHomeServe offers an industry leading reward package to attract the best in our field:, • Seasonal hours (shorter hours in the summerwith the same pay), • Additional paid overtime, • Fantastic pension scheme including Income Protection Cover, • 33 days days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy, sell or carry over up to an additional week, • Up to £2500 Smart Tech and Home Improvements salary sacrifices to shop at Ikea and Currys, spreading the cost over 12 months, • Free HomeServe Cover 8 policy, • Employee assistance programme looking out for you and your family, • Company van with fuel card, • Use of company tools, uniform and PPE, • Access to our private award-winning training facility and our excellent team of field-based coaches to support your ongoing learning and development, • Learning and development opportunities, • CCN1, CENWAT1, HTR1 & CKR1 (if successful, copies of your certificates must be provided), • Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 penalty points, • Excellent customer service, • Proactive, 'can do' attitude, • Week 1 -You will attend our Head Office in Walsall Monday - Friday, where we will coverall things HomeServe, health and safety and provide you with your tools and equipment

Functional Assessor £39,500 - £48,500 Monetary benefits include - guaranteed salary uplift of up to £2,000 within the first year and 5% of salary one off approval bonus. Full-time - Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm and part time hours available. Make a real difference in healthcare - without the shift work About the role As a Functional Assessor, you'll use your clinical expertise in a new and rewarding way - conducting functional assessments that help people access the support they need. It's a role that blends clinical knowledge with purpose-driven impact, giving you the chance to grow your career while making a meaningful difference to people's lives. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality assessments for individuals applying for health-related benefits. If you're based at one of our UK centres, you'll enjoy a structured, supportive environment with clear pathways for development. About you You'll bring your clinical experience and people skills to a role that's both challenging and rewarding. You'll be: • Conducting functional assessments and producing high-quality reports, • Using your clinical judgement to evaluate a wide range of health conditions, • Collaborating with a supportive team of healthcare professionals, • Maintaining accurate records and adhering to clinical governance standards, • Engaging in continuous professional development and training Your benefits We believe in rewarding your contribution and supporting your wellbeing: • Competitive salary with £1,000 after six months (PIP only) & £1,000 after 12 months (if approved)., • An extra bonus one of payment of 5% of salary once approved., • Up to 10% annual bonus based on quality and performance, • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (with option to buy more), • 4 days CPD per year + 1:1 clinical coaching and development pathways, • Annual registration fees paid, • Flexible working patterns and life-friendly hours, • Access to Wisdom Wellbeing App, counselling, and mental health support, • Pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution sjb medical's vision is simple yet unique: to bring search and selection, and medical expertise together to provide a unique resourcing service to the healthcare sector. We take pride and great care in providing our healthcare candidates with the best possible support throughout their recruitment journey. We understand that a diverse workforce is essential to our clients' success and promotion of equality, diversity and fairness in our recruitment process is paramount. For more information and to apply, please click the apply button. JTRA1_UKTJ

Mechanical Supervisor (Plumbing) Location: HMP Bedford- St Loyes Street, Bedford, MK401HG Salary: £43,177.30 per annum + 5% additional for working shifts covering weekends Contract: Full time/Permanent Are you an accomplished Plumber with experience managing or leading teams from a Facilities, Forces or Healthcare background looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Supervisor to join our team at HMP Bedford, a Category B & Adult/Male prison. Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP Bedford runs like a self-contained town, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community. As a Mechanical Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and lead experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all. If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Supervisor with one of the following NVQ Level 3 qualifications and combination of skills: • C&G 6189 Plumbing and domestic heating, • C&G 5962 certificate in Plumbing (Advanced craft), • C&G 6019 Mechanical Engineering services (plumbing), • C&G 6018 heating and ventilation installation, • C&G 6129 certificate in Plumbing, • C&G 214 Engineering systems maintenance, • C&G 6188 Heating and ventilating, • C&G 6088 certificate in heating and ventilating, • C&G 6032 the advanced craft certificate in plumbing, • EAL Diploma in Plumbing and Heating, • A minimum of five years' experience, ideally within an FM environment and/ or secure environment, military, health or similar sectors., • Experience working on commercial or industrial heating, water or building service systems., • Familiar with, and ability to, work to Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements., • Good Health & Safety knowledge., • Excellent organisational, time management and people skills., • A rounded knowledge of risk and compliance and demonstrable planning & project management skills. If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you! Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL. Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society. Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts. You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress. Explore facilities careers where you can make difference. Pride In People. We're passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone's needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone. Future Plans. GFSL has been notified by it's shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM Services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will complete transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027. Pride in People - Do the Right thing - One Team An ISO 9001 Certified Company JTRA1_UKTJ