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Chartered Building Surveyor (Associate / Associate Director Level) 📍 Taunton 💰 Up to £50,000 Basic + Car Allowance/Company Car + Bonus (£10k+) 💼 Realistic £65,000+ Package 📈 Clear Progression to Director (c.£90k+) The Opportunity My client, a highly regarded property consultancy, is looking to appoint a Chartered Building Surveyor to join their growing Architecture & Building Surveying team in Taunton or Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established multidisciplinary office with a strong pipeline of work across the South West. You’ll work across a diverse range of projects, including commercial, rural estates, and some heritage assets, while building long-term client relationships. Crucially, this role offers a clear and achievable progression pathway to Director level, making it ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and ambitious team. The Role You will deliver a broad mix of professional and project-led building surveying services, taking ownership of both projects and client relationships. Key responsibilities include: • Contract administration and project monitoring, • Building surveys and report writing, • Preparing specifications, schedules of work, and tender documentation, • Planned preventative maintenance programmes and schedules of condition, • Advising on procurement, contractor appointments, and statutory consents, • Delivering professional services including dilapidations, party wall, and reinstatement cost assessments, • Supporting design and technical delivery across a range of schemes About My Client My client operates a multidisciplinary model, bringing together expertise across building surveying, architecture, and wider property consultancy. Their teams work closely with specialists across planning, estate management, and development, providing a comprehensive service to a varied client base. The Exeter office is part of a wider regional and national team, offering strong collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and long-term career development opportunities. About You • MRICS qualified with 2+ years’ post-qualification experience, • Strong background in both professional and project-based building surveying work, • Experience in contract administration and client-facing roles, • Good knowledge of CDM regulations, building regulations, and statutory compliance, • Commercially aware with the ability to manage client relationships, • Strong communication and organisational skills, • Full UK driving licence What’s on Offer • Up to £50,000 basic salary, • Car allowance or company car, • Bonus scheme (£10k+ potential), • Realistic total package of £65,000+, • Clear, structured progression to Director level (c.£90k+), • Strong pipeline of varied work across the South West, • Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment, • Ongoing training, mentoring, and career development Why Apply? This is a genuinely strong opportunity for a Chartered Building Surveyor looking for clear progression, strong earnings potential, and a varied workload within a well-established consultancy.

About The Role The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role. Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in afriendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? M Group Highways At M Group Highways, were supporting the safe transportation and movement of people across the UK. We dont just build roads and bridges- were building a better future, creating lasting social value that gives back to the communities in which we work. Youll be joining ourCivils projects team.We deliver specialist civil engineering for the private and public sectors across the UK, building strong relationships based on a collaborative approach. Want to come and be a part of it? What will you be doing? You'll be providing the commercial function across projects to ensure successful project delivery. Working within a team of talented professionals ensuring co-ordination and provision across all aspects of project delivery. You'll undertake pre-contract setup, including forecasting, measurement, sub-contract tendering and procurement (including drafting to negotiating various forms of subcontract). Effectively manage the commercial aspects of the project (or a section of a project) including valuations / applications, budget monitoring, material / plant reconciliation and contract variations / compensation events and change. We'll require you to prepare, manage and negotiate the agreement of Final Accounts. Procurement and management of subcontract packages, as well as supporting other members of the commercial team in the management of subcontract packages. You'll produce and maintain, and assist others in producing and maintaining, project forecasts to support the monthly commercial and financial reporting procedures. The role will require you to assess, review and mitigate commercial and contractual risks. Maximise cashflow through the control and valuation of works, invoicing and payment process. You'll manage commercial team to ensure delivery of above items and develop their knowledge, and provide support and training for site staff on commercial issues. You'll ensure compliance with all legal requirements, including contractual and legislative. Ensure compliance with M Group standards and procedures in respect of commercial activities What youll bring • Degree / HND qualification in Quantity Surveying or other relevant subject., • Strong level of identifiable commercial experience within the construction industry as a Senior QS or QS., • Demonstrable experience of working on Highways and Civil Engineering projects., • Strong working knowledge of NEC3/4 suite of contracts., • Good command and communication of oral and written English., • Good organisational skills., • Matched or contributory pension scheme, • Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, • Employee assistance programme, • My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts, • Life assurance, • Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes, • Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave, • Reward and recognition scheme In addition, this role offers;, • Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from, • My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme, • Private health care and health care cash plan for you, • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us!, • Holiday purchase scheme, • Wereresponsibleand go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet, • Wereopenand seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations, • Weretogetherand as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts #MGroupH

The Duchy of Cornwall is a future-focused organisation with an ambition to make a positive and tangible impact in the places we operate. Were passionate about delivering transformative change through creating and supporting environmentally and financially sustainable communities and ecosystems. A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully. We are looking for a Building Surveyor to join our small, collaborative team based in Bath, supporting the delivery of maintenance, refurbishment, and new-build projects across a diverse rural estate spanning Somerset, Wiltshire, Dorset and Gloucestershire. Reporting to the Deputy Head of Building, you will oversee a varied portfolio of residential, agricultural, and commercial properties, undertaking condition surveys, diagnosing defects, and managing both planned and reactive works through to completion. Youll play a key role in preparing designs, specifications, and tender documentation, administering contracts (typically JCT), and coordinating external contractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. You will also ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including planning, listed building consent, and building regulations, while contributing to sustainability initiatives such as thermal upgrades. Regular liaison with tenants and stakeholders is key, alongside monitoring progress on site and maintaining quality standards. You will be degree-qualified (or equivalent through experience) and ideally chartered (RICS or similar), with at least three years demonstrable post-qualification experience (PQE) or equivalent. A solid understanding of traditional and historic buildings is essential, along with knowledge of CDM regulations and construction health and safety. Experience managing projects under JCT contracts, good financial control, and proficiency in AutoCAD LT, NBS Chorus, and Microsoft Office are expected. Contract: Fixed term for 12 months. Location: Based in our Bath office, with travel across the estate as required. So, if you are an organised, detail-focused professional with strong communication skills and a proactive approach to managing a varied property portfolio, wed love to hear from you! For more information and to apply, please visit our careers page. Closing date: 13th May 2026. We conduct first interviews via Teams and hold second interviews in person. The Duchy of Cornwall is proud to promote a culture of wellbeing and equity. xrnqpay Through our recruitment process, we aim to recruit the very best employees from varied cultural and social backgrounds, with a variety of skills and experiences.

About The Role Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position. Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in afriendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? At M Group Highways, were supporting the safe transportation and movement of people across the UK. We dont just build roads and bridges- were building a better future, creating lasting social value that gives back to the communities in which we work. Youll be joining ourCivils projects team- We deliver specialist civil engineering for the private and public sectors across the UK, building strong relationships based on a collaborative approach. Want to come and be a part of it? What will you be doing? You'll supervise and manage construction works for the Project team. Using your experience to suggest suitable construction methods. You'll carryout all briefing and putting operatives to work, ensuring the highest possible Health, Safety & Environmental standards. We'll ask you to build a good relationship with the client to meet their expectations. You'll coach and mentor staff and operatives, supervising and put to work site yardmen. Ensuring quality procedures and compliance and notifying site team of issues on site and suggestions of how to overcome them. We'll ask you to work with the Site Agent in monitoring HSEQ aspects of the project. You'll keep a full diary of site activities and have input into planning process reporting on progress to date and blockers and movers. What youll bring • CSCS, • SMSTS, • Ideally:, • NVQ - Level 5 +, • First Aid, • Drive for results pushes for self and others to achieve targets, • Communication Skills- Communicates well on all types of topics, • Organizing and managing work-Sets clear objectives and measures progress, • Managing health, safetyand green-Communicates a compelling and inspired health and safety vision, • Ethics and Values -Adheres to an appropriate (and effective set of core values and beliefs, • Dealing with ambiguity Can act and decide without having the full picture, • Matched or contributory pension scheme, • Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, • Employee assistance programme, • My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts, • Life assurance, • Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes, • Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave, • Reward and recognition scheme In addition, this role offers;, • Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from, • My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme, • Private health care and health care cash plan for you, • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us!, • Holiday purchase scheme, • Wereresponsibleand go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet, • Wereopenand seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations, • Weretogetherand as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts #MGroupH IND1

About The Role Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying. Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in afriendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? M Group Highways At M Group Highways, were supporting the safe transportation and movement of people across the UK. We dont just build roads and bridges- were building a better future, creating lasting social value that gives back to the communities in which we work. Youll be joining ourCivils projects team- We deliver specialist civil engineering for the private and public sectors across the UK, building strong relationships based on a collaborative approach. We're looking to recruitaQuantity Surveyorto work within our Civils Projects team delivering schemes in BANES (Bath & north East Somerset) and surrounding areas. As aQuantity Surveyoryou will be part of our commercial teamwho are responsibleforsupporting the project teams in all commercial matters and working with operational teams to ensure all commercial objectives are delivered. Want to come and be a part of it? What will you be doing? You'll provide the commercial function across projects to ensure successful project delivery. Working within a team of talented professionals ensuring co-ordination and provision across all aspects of project delivery. You'll undertake pre-contract setup, including forecasting, measurement, sub-contract tendering and procurement. Effectively managing the commercial aspects of the project (or a section of a project) including valuations, applications, budget monitoring, material & plant reconciliation and contract variations and change. We'll ask you to assist in the preparation, management and agreement of Final Accounts. Along with procurement and management of subcontract packages. You'll produce and maintain project forecasts to support the monthly commercial and financial reporting procedures and assist with control of project documentation. Assess, review and mitigate commercial and contractual risks. It's your role to maximise cashflow through the control and valuation of works, invoicing and payment process. Ensuring compliance with all legal requirements, including contractual and legislative. What youll bring • Degree / HND qualification in Quantity Surveying or other relevant subject., • Registered with the RICS / CICES and working towards professional chartership., • Relevant CSCS card., • Strong level of identifiable commercial experience within the construction industry., • Demonstrable experience of working on Highways and Civil Engineering projects., • Good command and communication of oral and written English., • Skilled negotiator and communicator., • Matched or contributory pension scheme, • Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, • Employee assistance programme, • My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts, • Life assurance, • Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes, • Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave, • Reward and recognition scheme In addition, this role offers;, • Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from, • My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme, • Company van/vehicle and fuel card for business use, • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Private health care and health care cash plan, • Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us!, • Holiday purchase scheme, • Wereresponsibleand go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet, • Wereopenand seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations, • Weretogetherand as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts #MGroupH

A public service organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to provide expert financial management and reporting advice in Taunton.This role requires leading budget preparation and monitoring expenditure, while ensuring compliance with financial regulations.Candidates should have experience in fina

Join Our Dedicated Team as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Taunton! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to support students with special needs? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Special Needs School, Taunton Age Group: Secondary-Aged Pupils About the Role: We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Taunton. Our school caters to secondary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs, including: Autism Asperger's Syndrome ADHD Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing tailored support to our students, helping them to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Key Responsibilities: Supporting individual students and small groups with their learning and development Assisting with classroom activities and preparing learning materials Implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and monitoring progress Promoting positive behavior and social interactions Providing personal care and assistance as needed What We Offer: Competitive daily pay rate of £92.63 to £95 Ongoing training and professional development opportunities A supportive and friendly working environment The chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people Requirements: Previous experience working with children or young people with special needs is highly desirable A patient, caring, and resilient attitude Excellent communication and teamwork skills A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children How to Apply: If you are ready to take on this rewarding role and make a difference, we would love to hear from you! Please contact Alec Stott at TeacherActive to apply or for more information: Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed) Join us in creating a positive and empowering learning environment for our students. Apply today and be a part of something truly special! About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment

Elite Staffing Solutions are working with a fantastic residential care home in Taunton who are looking to recruit an Administration Manager for a key, site-based role within their business. This is an exciting opportunity for somebody looking to step into a pivotal position within a warm, supportive organisation with a real family feel. It’s a full-time, Monday to Friday role, offering a salary of up to £40,000, depending on experience. Benefits also include 33 days holiday including bank holidays, death in service, free on site parking and meals available on site. This role offers the chance to become a trusted right-hand to the Registered Manager, working closely with them and playing a vital part in the smooth and professional running of the home. It blends administrative management, executive support, compliance oversight, and hands-on administration, making this a varied and highly influential position. The position includes PA support to the Registered Manager, making this a central role in the business and ideal for someone who enjoys being at the heart of operations, solving problems, and keeping everything running smoothly. The Role: This is a highly admin-focused position, responsible for the efficient running of the home from an administration and governance perspective. Duties will include: • Acting as the trusted right-hand to the Registered Manager, providing PA and executive support, • Managing day-to-day administration and ensuring smooth office operations, • Supporting onboarding, training, and maintaining employee records, • Booking appointments, meetings, and coordinating diaries, • Attending meetings and taking accurate minutes, • Inputting wages and supporting payroll processes, • Monitoring compliance and maintaining documentation, • Acting as the main point of contact for internal and external queries, • Overseeing reception duties, • Providing general HR support and administrative oversight The Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate will bring strong organisational and administrative experience, alongside excellent attention to detail and confidence using systems and technology. You’ll be comfortable working autonomously, making decisions, and managing a varied workload, while also being approachable and able to build positive working relationships across the business. Experience in administration management, PA support, or office administration will be highly beneficial. Kindness, emotional intelligence, and professionalism are essential, as is the ability to lead by example and support others effectively. Elite Staffing Solutions are acting as an employment agency on this vacancy. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent