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Head of Planning & Performance Hybrid Full Time/Permanent Salary - Rest of England: £53,787.66 to £64,974.00, London: £59,334.42 to £71,757.00 Our offer to you We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. You will receive: • Competitive salary and pension scheme, • 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years, • Hybrid, Flexible working, • Cycle to work scheme Electric Vehicle Scheme, • Health and Wellbeing portal – access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme, • Discounts – you will have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym membership, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping About Us This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 1,400 employees and over 28,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training and campaigning. As a charity with rich heritage and a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future. St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and mental health first aid. We do this through developing and providing effective community response and outreach services (e.g. Ambulance response) and using our longstanding expertise to empower people with vital clinical skills and the confidence to use them (e.g. our Volunteers and Community Advocates, and Young Responders programmes). Job Summary As Head of Planning and Performance, you will play a pivotal role in driving St John Ambulance’s strategic delivery and organisational effectiveness. You will develop and lead robust frameworks that turn our strategy into clear, achievable plans, and ensure we have the right systems in place to monitor, report and improve performance against our goals. Leading our annual planning and performance cycles, you’ll work closely with senior leaders to embed strong governance, accountability and cross-organisational alignment. You will also provide timely, high-quality insights and reporting to the Executive Leadership Team and Board, helping the organisation adapt, learn and respond confidently to a changing environment. About You • Proven experience leading organisational planning and performance functions, with the ability to develop and continuously improve effective frameworks., • Strong analytical capability, translating data into clear insights and providing high-quality reporting and analysis to senior leaders and Boards., • Skilled collaborator with excellent interpersonal and influencing abilities, supporting cross-functional alignment across finance, people, governance and operations., • Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving, planning and organisational skills, able to manage shifting priorities and convert goals into measurable plans., • Experienced people manager with authentic, compassionate leadership and the ability to drive change and embed new ways of working., • Knowledge and experience of planning and performance methodologies, alongside the ability to work effectively in a charity environment with diverse teams. About the Role • Lead the organisational planning cycle, ensuring alignment across strategic, financial, people and operational plans, and drive continuous improvement of planning and performance processes., • Oversee the organisational performance management framework, ensuring meaningful indicators are set, measured and reported to track progress effectively., • Develop and maintain consistent, high-quality planning and reporting frameworks, tools and guidance that support visibility, assurance and risk management., • Provide timely, accurate reporting and analysis to the Executive Leadership Team and Board, enabling evidence-based decision-making., • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, supporting the creation of SMART objectives, robust delivery plans and effective performance metrics, while contributing to business intelligence and organisational insight., • Lead and develop the planning and performance function, providing effective line management and supporting wider capability-building across the organisation. Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply) If you are a current St John Ambulance employee, please apply here: Click here For all other candidates, or St John Ambulance volunteers wishing to apply: please apply below We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. St John Ambulance are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive, we have several networks including Multi Culture, Disability and Accessibility, Pride, Family and Carers and Women’s groups. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and engender a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately in equality, diversity and inclusion. 'St John Ambulance is committed to safeguarding and we promote safe recruitment practice. Therefore, all successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks, including DBS Clearance, as part of the onboarding process, if applicable to the nature of the role'. Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.

£34,436 - £41,196 per annum Permanent Full time CCW - Merton Hall Road, London UK The opportunity If you offer excellent project coordination skills and a proactive, customer-focused approach, then University of the Arts London (UAL) has an exciting opportunity for you. Join us as a Space Coordinator at Wimbledon College of Arts and play a key role in the smooth running of our teaching, learning and working spaces. As the Space Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for helping the Building Operations team to support and maintain College shared spaces, working with relevant teams, including Timetabling, AV Support, and Facilities, to ensure rooms are ready for booked activities and arrange additional support where necessary. You’ll be an integral part of the Building Operations team, helping to plan and deliver projects that refresh, develop and maintain our buildings, while minimising disruption to the College’s activities. You’ll be expected to develop a strong working knowledge of the College, and identify opportunities to optimise the use of space, in ways which support and enhance the end user experience. Although you’ll typically be based at Wimbledon College of Arts, you may be called upon to cover other sites as required and will need to develop a good working knowledge of the other sites within Camberwell, Chelsea and Wimbledon (CCW). About you We’re looking for somebody with a track record of using systems to optimise the use of space and maintain accurate records. You’ll be able to quickly adapt to changing priorities, organise your workload to achieve objectives in a timely manner and will work on your own initiative to identify and advise on ways to enhance space utilisation. You’ll be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. In addition, you’ll be confident liaising with a variety of end users, as well as working with the relevant support teams. Previous experience of working within a front-facing, busy office environment is essential, together with a good knowledge of IT software packages and administrative processes. Experience working within a Higher Education institution would be advantageous but is not essential. The postholder will be required to work 4 days a week on-site. We are UAL University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures. Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future. As a University, we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities. We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That's why we are proud to hold a Bronze Award from the Race Equality Charter (REC), are members of the Business Disability Forum and Employers for Carers, and maintain our status as a Disability Confident Scheme and Living Wage employer. To apply please click the apply button. Closing date: 4th January 2026, 23:55. Should you have any questions about the role, please contact Caroline Anderson-Flynn / Should you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Christine Crouch / UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

Bolton An opportunity has arisen within our Customer Support business area for a number of Integrated Logistic Support Managers to ensure our ability to support our next generation Missile systems to our worldwide customer base. These opportunities will give you considerable scope to improve programme management skills, develop Customer facing skills and promote your profile internationally within MBDA. Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage, Bristol or Bolton Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: • Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary, • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%, • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments., • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…, • Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities, • ILS Experience essential, • A broad based engineering background, a degree level qualification in a numerate / technical discipline would be beneficial, with knowledge and experience of Weapon Systems support models, • Understanding of predictive logistics models, • Prioritisation and ability to deal with multiple issues on a regular basis

Working Hours: 35 Hours per week / Full-Time Contract Type: Permanent Additional Payments: 10% Flexibility Payment Closing Date: 11.59pm, 28 December 2025 This role is subject to - • Medical Clearance - Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA), • DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request., • Evidence of conduct in previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to. Health or social care or Children or vulnerable adults, • Proof of identity including a recent photograph, • Provide and analyse effective and timely reports which meet service needs and identify trends., • Provide regular maintenance and administration to all existing DSAS and SBS Performance Team databases, including:, • Microsoft Office and Excel, • Microsoft Teams, • Tanda, • Just Roaming, • Joined up, • Eploy-Recruitment, • Monitor and maintain data quality and take appropriate action as necessary, • Maintain an effective working relationship with external contractors and stakeholders exploring and developing solutions and system functionality to add further value and service efficiency., • Support colleagues with the use of these systems and will be expected to work across the city as and when required., • Act as a key member of the team in the provision of a quality, value-added service support., • We take time to listen and understand, • We work together and trust each other, • We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly, • We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things, • Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks., • A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum., • Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events., • Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more., • Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process., • A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life., • Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview., • Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans, • Current or former care leavers, • A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work., • Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice., • Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK., • References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).