66 Best development manager Jobs in Northwood (August 2025)

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Practitioners to join our team. As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a key role in providing high-quality care and education to young children, fostering their development and preparing them for future learning. Responsibilities: Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and learning experiences based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to explore, learn, and develop. Observe and assess children's development, maintaining accurate records and progress reports. Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to promote open communication and collaboration. Support children with their personal care routines, including feeding, toileting, and nap times. Promote positive behavior management strategies and encourage social skills and emotional development. Participate in team meetings, parent consultations, and continuous professional development opportunities. Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting learning environment, ensuring health and safety standards are met at all times. Requirements: Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification or equivalent (e.g., CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, NVQ Level 3 in Childcare). Previous experience working with children in an early years setting is preferred. Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and its implementation. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. Passionate about early childhood education and child development. First Aid and Safeguarding training certificates are desirable. Flexibility to work various shifts, including mornings, afternoons, and occasional evenings. Joining our team offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children and their families. If you are a passionate and caring Early Years Practitioner with a commitment to early childhood education, we invite you to apply for this position. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Location: Harrow, London (UK) Reports to: CEO / Company Director Salary: Competitive, based on experience About Us We are a fast-growing health check medical company dedicated to providing high-quality preventative health assessments and wellness services. Our mission is to empower individuals to take charge of their health through accessible, reliable, and comprehensive check-ups. To support our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Manager to lead our people function. Role Overview The HR Manager will play a key role in shaping our workplace culture, ensuring compliance with employment law, and building a supportive environment where our people can thrive. This individual will oversee all HR operations, from recruitment and onboarding to performance management, training, and employee wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Leadership Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with company objectives. Act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on workforce planning and organisational development. Talent Acquisition & Retention Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring the attraction of top medical and non-medical talent. Build strong employer branding to position us as an employer of choice in the healthcare sector. Lead initiatives to improve employee retention and engagement. Employee Relations & Compliance Ensure compliance with UK employment laws and healthcare regulatory standards. Handle employee relations matters with professionalism and fairness. Develop and maintain HR policies, contracts, and procedures. Performance & Development Oversee performance appraisal processes and support managers in driving high performance. Identify training needs and coordinate professional development programmes. Foster a culture of continuous learning and career progression. Employee Wellbeing & Culture Champion staff wellbeing initiatives to support mental, emotional, and physical health. Build and maintain a positive workplace culture that reflects our company values. HR Operations & Systems Manage HR records, data, and reporting with accuracy and confidentiality. Implement HR software and systems to streamline processes. Lead on payroll, benefits, and compensation structure in collaboration with finance. Requirements Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Generalist, preferably within healthcare, medical services, or a similar regulated sector. Strong knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practices, and compliance frameworks. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to build trust at all levels of the organisation and influence senior leadership. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Degree desirable. Passion for people, wellbeing, and building a thriving workplace.

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Waiter/Waitress to join our passionate team at The Fat Crab, located inAlexandra avenue Harrow HA29EF The Fat Crab in Harrow, we are specialising in seafood !!!! Our opening hours: Tuesday – Friday 16.00-23.00 Saturday 12,30-23.00 Sunday 12.30-22.00 Closed on Mondays. What you do as a Waiter/Waitress: You pride yourself on having excellent product knowledge and going the extra mile to create memorable guest experiences. You’re confident to run and supervise, cleaning, taking orders, answering phone and managing bookings. You thrive on teamwork and support colleagues to guarantee guests always have a fully positive dining experience. You’re keen to use your interpersonal skills, energy, and passion for food to ensure the highest standards and performance targets are constantly achieved. We are ideally looking for candidates who: Have previous experience working within a restaurant. environment. This is and full-time opportunity and must be age of 18 or over. you need to be available to work on weekends and evenings. If you have a love for hospitality, a passion for creating memorable guests’ experiences, and are looking to develop your career in a best-in-class restaurant group, we would love to hear from you.

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EARTHMATES CONSTRUCTION LIMITED

Construction Project Manager

Role Overview We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented Construction Project Manager to oversee and manage construction projects from initiation to completion. This role requires exceptional leadership, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to coordinate teams, contractors, and stakeholders to achieve outstanding results. Key Responsibilities Plan, manage, and deliver construction projects within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Liaise with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution. Prepare project programmes, schedules, and resource plans. Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with safety regulations. Manage procurement processes, including materials, equipment, and subcontractor services. Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues promptly. Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, and progress updates for stakeholders. Requirements Proven experience as a Construction Project Manager or similar role within the construction industry. Strong understanding of construction processes, building codes, and health & safety regulations. Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite. Relevant degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (preferred). Why Join EarthMates? A supportive and collaborative team environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. The chance to work on diverse and impactful construction projects. Commitment to sustainable and ethical building practices. Location: [Insert Location] Salary: Competitive, based on experience Contract Type: Full-time

🌿 Nursery Manager – Term Time Only (40 Weeks) Location: Rickmansworth Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm Setting: 20-place Preschool We are seeking a warm, organised, and passionate Nursery Manager to lead our friendly preschool team. With just 20 places, our setting offers a close-knit, nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference to children’s early years. About the Role: You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of our preschool, ensuring we provide a safe, stimulating, and caring environment for children aged 2–5 years. This includes leading and inspiring the team, maintaining high standards of care and education, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the daily operations of the nursery in line with Ofsted requirements. Lead and motivate a small, dedicated team to deliver outstanding childcare and early education. Ensure a high standard of safeguarding, health & safety, and hygiene practices. Work closely with parents, carers, and outside agencies to support each child’s development. About You: Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 4/5 desirable). Proven leadership experience within an Early Years setting. Strong understanding of the EYFS framework. Excellent communication, organisational, and people skills. A genuine passion for giving children the best possible start in life. Benefits: Term time only – 40 weeks per year (perfect for work-life balance). Supportive, friendly team environment. Opportunity to shape a small, community-focused preschool. If you’re a dedicated Early Years professional ready to lead with warmth, expertise, and creativity, we’d love to hear from you. 📧 To apply: Send us your CV!

Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical IT Quality and Testing Professional to join our IT team. This role is responsible for ensuring the quality and functionality of software applications through the design and execution of test plans, identification of bugs, and collaboration with development teams to resolve issues. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, an eye for detail, and a solid understanding of software testing methodologies. Key Responsibilities: Develop, document, and execute detailed test cases, test scripts, and test plans for various software applications. Perform functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing. Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure quality is built into the development process. Identify, log, and track defects using bug tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla). Conduct root cause analysis of defects and recommend solutions or preventative steps. Participate in sprint planning and reviews within Agile or other SDLC frameworks. Design and implement automated testing solutions (if applicable). Maintain documentation of testing processes and quality metrics. Support the release process through validation of build readiness and deployment testing. Computer Games Testing: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven experience in software quality assurance and testing. Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Experience with both manual and automated testing techniques. Familiarity with testing tools such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, LoadRunner, or similar. Proficiency in test management tools (e.g., TestRail, Zephyr). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development processes. Employment Type: Full-time Location: On-site / Hybrid / Remote (as per company policy)

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Costa Coffee -Soar Group

Head Chef Job Description About olimera: olimera means all-day and captures the essence of what life is all about: sharing quality time together all day, all year. We believe that good food makes people happy and brings them closer, cocktails too! Our ethos is to create an exciting and friendly neighbourhood destination for our customers to appreciate our fantastic menu inspired by modern Mediterranean flavours. All served in a stunning environment with a smile from the heart by our lovely team with an ambitious of creating a true all-day dining experience. We’re on the lookout for a fantastic Head Chef committed to helping us deliver this! Hours: Between Monday to Sunday 8am – 11pm. Location: 1 Eastbury Road, Northwood, HA6 3BG What we offer: We are really proud of the work our teams deliver and want you to feel valued and rewarded; A competitive starting salary package of up to £42k* + tronc. Great opportunities to progress and develop. Free staff food and drink whilst on shift and a 50% discount when off-shift. Company pension scheme and matched contributions. · Full training provided Duties and Responsibilities: To lead your team with all aspects of the launch and day to day running of the kitchen, including: -Motivating and developing your team to ensure they are fully trained and have all the knowledge they need to deliver amazing guest experiences. -Ensuring that kitchen staff adhere to quality, hygiene and cleanliness standards -Working with the General Manager and food development team to continue to develop an exceptional offering and drive performance. • Dealing with suppliers and ensuring that they supply quality goods. Managing the inventory and ordering stock as needed

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Mobile Technical Staff

Tool Storeman Based in Denham (UB9) £27,000 - £28,000 per year + possible overtime Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced storeman with strong tooling knowledge looking to take the next step in your career? Join a globally recognised leader in aerospace engineering and play a vital role in supporting life-saving technology. As a Logistics Operative in our Tool Stores team, you’ll help ensure that critical tooling, fixtures, gauges, and consumables are available to manufacturing teams and sub-contractors. This hands-on role is ideal for someone proactive, organised, and confident in a fast-paced, high-precision environment. Key Responsibilities: Maintain and replenish tooling and consumable stock levels through daily Kanban checks. Issue tools and consumables to internal teams and sub-contractors, recording all movements accurately in the system. Prepare and dispatch tooling requests for our Chalgrove site. Receive and store deliveries from the Goods-In department. Assist with monthly gauge calibration checks and escalate discrepancies to the calibration team. Support the regrinding process of carbide tooling and help manage tooling lifecycle. Keep the store organised, efficient, and compliant with safety protocols. What We’re Looking For: Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse storeman role. Sound understanding of tooling, fixtures, gauges, and consumables. Comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel to update logs and manage stock. Good knowledge of health & safety procedures in a warehouse/stores environment. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage priorities under pressure. A team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Employee Benefits Include: 9% non-contributory pension scheme Regular overtime available (approx. £8k/year) Early finish on Fridays 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase more) Life assurance (4x salary) Healthcare cash plan Cycle to Work Scheme (including e-bikes) Staff discount platform Personalised training and development plan Workplace Nursery Benefit Scheme Due to the Denham location, own transport is highly preferred.

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AL KAHRMAN ELECTROMECHANICAL WORKS UK LTD

Database Administrator

Responsible for regularly updating and maintaining the online product inventory, including new arrivals, out of-stock items, price changes, and promotions. Ensure accurate product details such as name, ingredients,benefits, price, and availability are displayed for customer reference. Update website banners, landing pages, and special offers. Tracking key website metrics, such as sales trends, customer inquiries, and conversion rates, and generating reports for management is essential. Coordinate with developers to resolve technical issues, monitor the website for bugs or downtime, and implement backup and recovery procedures. Manage user-generated data, including customer reviews, inquiries, and accounts. Ensuring the security of sensitive customer information, including payment data and transaction history, is a key responsibility.

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