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How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG. Job Title: Cover Supervisor Location: Brookthorpe Hall School, Gloucester GL4 0UN Salary: Up to £28,350.00 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata) Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: November 2025 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. Are you confident, adaptable, and passionate about supporting young people in reaching their potential? We’re looking for a proactive Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated team at Brookthorpe Hall School — a nurturing, specialist environment where pupils with complex needs are supported to thrive both academically and personally. About the Role As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll play a vital role in keeping learning consistent and engaging when teachers are unavailable. You’ll deliver pre-prepared lessons, maintain a calm and positive classroom atmosphere, and encourage pupils to stay focused and motivated throughout the day. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you’ll build strong, trusting relationships with students, helping them feel safe, valued, and ready to learn — even on the days when routines change. No two days will be the same. One moment you might be leading a maths session; the next, you’re supporting small groups outdoors or helping prepare engaging classroom materials. Through it all, you’ll model patience, creativity, and care. Key Responsibilities • Deliver lessons and supervise classes in the absence of teachers, keeping pupils engaged and on task, • Create a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment, • Provide guidance to students who need extra help or reassurance during cover sessions, • Prepare classrooms, learning materials, and resources for the day ahead, • Occasionally support the Teaching Assistant team or assist with wider school activities, • Promote positive behaviour and uphold the school’s values at all times, • Experience working in an educational setting (essential), • GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent), • Confidence in leading groups and managing classroom dynamics, • An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, supporting students with complex or additional needs, • A flexible, proactive attitude with excellent communication skills As part of your application, please provide clear, specific examples of your previous experience that demonstrate your suitability for the role of Cover Supervisor. This might include: • Experience leading or supervising groups of students, including those with complex or additional needs, • Examples of supporting learning, maintaining engagement, or managing classroom behaviour This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team at Brookthorpe Hall School, supporting students to achieve their potential in a nurturing and structured environment. About Us Brookthorpe Hall School is a growing school and caters for Autistic pupils aged 7-16. With almost 50 pupils, we are searching for someone to help us make a difference. We have a shared vision where we aim to build incredible futures by empowering neurodiverse pupils to be happy and make their way in the world. Our growing school delivers a structured programme of education, tailored to each student’s individual needs and considering their Education, Health and Care plans. Students are taught in small cohorts and individually, by fully qualified teachers and instructors. We provide inclusive education within a safe, nurturing environment where pupil’s needs are met. For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the second year running. Why join Options Autism? We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. 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Finance Project Manager Start date: ASAP Duration: 9 months Full time, 5 days p/w. Our client, a major Cheltenham based manufacturing company, are looking for a Finance Project Manager on a contract basis for approx 9 months. The current project is a single ‘Group’ effort to drive commonality, standardisation, and synergy across the enterprise to align three business units into a single ERP. Delivery‑driven leader: Owns the integrated Finance plan, critical path, and dependencies into neighbouring streams (SCM, Manufacturing, Data, Integrations, Testing, PMO). ERP‑savvy: Comfortable translating finance process and control needs into D365 F&O scope (GL/COA, AP, AR, Bank, Fixed Assets, Cash & Treasury, Tax, Projects, Reporting). Governance‑minded: Operates through Design/Change Authority, keeps risks/issues visible, escalates early, and protects milestones. Vendor smart: Holds SI partners (e.g. KPMG) accountable for outcomes, quality, and cadence. Behavioural Attributes: Decisive Structured communicator Collaborative and inclusive across BUs Pragmatic and outcomes‑oriented Calm under pressure Challenges constructively Key Responsibilities: Plan & Control: Build and manage the Finance work-stream plan (milestones, dependencies, resources), feeding into the Programme IMS. Track scope, RAID, and change control. Process & Controls: Coordinate build of standardised E2E finance processes and G3 controls (record‑to‑report, order‑to‑cash, procure‑to‑pay, asset‑to‑report, tax). Ensure segregation of duties and control design is embedded. D365 Finance Build: Orchestrate configuration, extensions, and integrations across GL/COA, AP/AR, Banking, FA, Cash/Treasury, Tax, Projects/Costing, and Reporting. Data Enablement: Ensure finance data migration objects (COA, suppliers, customers, bank accounts, assets, opening balances, tax setups) meet quality thresholds; plan mock loads and reconciliations. Testing: Shape Finance scope for SIT/UAT, define scenarios, entry/exit criteria, defects triage, and sign‑off. Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Drive weekly cadences with SI/vendor; hold owners to dates; escalate blockers. Provide clear reporting to Programme and Steering forums. Compliance & Audit: Embed group policies, statutory/regulatory requirements, and auditability into design and ways of working. Core Experience: ERP Delivery: 7+ years in large ERP programmes with 2+ full lifecycles on D365 F&O (or AX) across Finance. Finance Depth: Strong working knowledge of core finance processes, COA design, period close, inter-company, tax, cash, and controls. Planning & RAID: Proven integrated planning, dependency mapping, critical path management, and RAID control. Cross‑stream Integration: Familiar with touchpoints to SCM, Manufacturing, Projects, Reporting/BI, and external systems. Vendor Management: Hands‑on experience directing SIs/partners to plan, deliver, and remediate. Preferred Experience: Professional qualification (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) or equivalent experience. Experience with DevOps/Azure Boards, Power Platform, and D365 DMF for finance data loads. Prior work in manufacturing/industrial environments. Familiarity with GxP/SOX‑style controls and audit. Big 4 consulting experience.

If you re looking for a rewarding childcare role in a lively and creative town, look no further than Swindon . Teaching Personnel is seeking qualified Nursery Practitioners (Level 2, 3 and above) to work across a variety of welcoming nurseries where play-based learning is central to every child s growth. As part of the nursery team, you ll assist with daily routines, support children s social and emotional development, and help plan engaging activities that encourage curiosity and exploration. Many of our Swindon nurseries embrace outdoor learning, forest school activities, and sensory play , giving you the chance to work in dynamic, forward-thinking environments. We offer: Pay starting from 14 per hour , rising with experience Flexible work patterns and temp-to-perm opportunities Free access to Teaching Personnel s CPD and Early Years training A dedicated consultant who listens, supports, and celebrates your progress Placements across top-rated nurseries in Swindon and nearby villages Apply today and become part of a community that values creativity, compassion and high-quality early education. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

EYFS Level 3 Practitioner – Flexible and Permanent Opportunities Location: Cheltenham Surrounding Areas Job Type: Ad-Hoc | Part-Time | Full-Time | Permanent Sector: Early Years / Education Start Date: September or ASAP Are you a Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner looking for flexibility, variety, or a long-term role to grow your career? Whether you're seeking ad-hoc days, part-time hours, or a full-time permanent position, we have a range of fantastic opportunities across Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas that could be perfect for you! At Long-Term Teachers, we work with a number of supportive nurseries and early years settings that are looking for passionate, nurturing, and creative individuals to join their teams. What the Role Involves: Depending on your availability and preference, you may: Work across different early years settings on a flexible, day-to-day basis Support specific nursery groups with long-term or permanent cover Assist in planning and delivering stimulating activities in line with the EYFS framework Create a warm, inclusive and safe environment for all children Support with learning journeys, observations, and daily routines These roles are ideal for professionals who love working in early years and want to build meaningful connections with children, parents, and colleagues. We’re Looking For Practitioners Who Are: Level 3 qualified in Early Years Education (or equivalent) Passionate about children’s development and well-being Energetic, caring, and engaging in their approach Adaptable and confident in new environments (for supply work) Organised and reliable with strong communication skills Committed to creating a positive, inclusive learning space Why Join Long-Term Teachers? Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and career goals Opportunities for both short-term cover and permanent roles Competitive pay rates Supportive consultants who understand early years education Career progression and access to long-term placements Working with Long-term Teachers: We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools. LTT was founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role. We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to and valued throughout. Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set and what your ideal role looks like. You will have frequent updates with your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles as well as receiving additional information on roles which we feel may be of interest to you. We are proud members of the REC and we have the highest standard of compliance. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance team. In addition you will receive: - Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities - Permanent job roles - Support and advice during the clearance and onboarding process - Working to Agency Workers Regulations - Interview preparation, advice and support - Statutory employment rights, such as; sick pay, holiday pay, maternity and paternity pay

Operations Project Manager for manufacturing company | 9 month contract | Start: December | Hybrid 1 day a week in Cheltenham We are seeking a delivery-driven leader to own the integrated Finance plan, critical path, and dependencies into neighbouring streams (SCM, Manufacturing, Data, Integrations, Testing, PMO). Manufacturing & SCM‑literate, understands BOMs, routes, resources, production scheduling, MRP/MPS, inventory, warehousing (WMS), quality, trade, and transportation. Governance‑minded, operates through Design/Change Authority, keeps risks/issues visible, escalates early, and protects milestones. Vendor smart, holds SI partners (e.g. KPMG) accountable for outcomes, quality, and cadence. Behavioral Attributes: • Decisive, • Structured communicator, • Factory-floor empathy, • Pragmatic and outcomes‑oriented, • Calm under pressure, • Challenges constructively Key Responsibilities: • Integrated Planning: Build the end‑to‑end Ops plan covering design finalisation, configuration, extensions, integrations, data loads, testing, & training integrated Finance plan, critical path, and dependencies into neighbouring streams (SCM, Manufacturing, Data, Integrations, Testing, PMO)., • Process Standardisation: Drive alignment on core processes: demand planning, MRP/MPS, procurement, inventory/WMS, production, quality, trade, and logistics; surface/justify exceptions., • D365 Build Orchestration: Coordinate configuration of products, variants, BOMs, routes, resources, production flows, wave templates, work policies, location profiles, and quality/test plans., • Data Readiness: Oversee operational data (items, BOMs, routes, resources, vendors/customers, on‑hand, WHS setups); plan mock conversions and reconciliations with plants., • Testing & Readiness: Define Ops scenarios for SIT/UAT/Performance Testing, confirm site readiness (people, process, data, tech)., • Change & Adoption: Partner with GPL/GPOs and Training to ensure SOPs, work instructions, and role‑based training are in place., • Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Lead cadence with SI/ISVs (e.g., WMS, barcoding, MES), manage deliverables, and escalate risks., • Operational Controls: Ensure safety, compliance, and SoD controls embedded within warehouse/production roles and transactions. Core Experience: • ERP Delivery: 7+ years delivering SCM/Manufacturing streams with 2+ end‑to‑end deployments (D365 F&O/AX preferred)., • Operations Depth: Hands‑on knowledge of planning, procurement, production, WMS, quality, logistics, and shop‑floor processes., • Multi‑site Rollout: Experience planning and executing plant/warehouse cutovers and hypercare., • Integration Awareness: Familiar with scanners/labels, PLM, MES, TMS, 3PLs, and Finance impacts (inventory valuation, costing)., • Vendor Leadership: Proven track‑record holding SIs/ISVs to scope, quality, and dates. Preferred Experience: • APICS/CPIM/CSCP or similar., • Experience with D365 Advanced Warehousing (WHS) and Production Control., • Prior industrial/engineering sector experience and lean/continuous improvement exposure., • Familiarity with Power Platform for operational digitisation (e.g., mobile apps)., • Big 4 consulting experience.

Chef Manager Middleton House, Pilley Lane, Leckhampton, Cheltenham GL53 9GA £13.46 per hour 37.5 hours per week Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Chef Manager at our Retirement Communities Service, Middleton House, Cheltenham. At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible. We're a national organisation, but we're not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We're committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence. No matter your job - delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams - your work makes a difference every day. And working with us isn't just another job. It's rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people's lives. Plus, we'll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits. The role of Bank Chef Manager will include: • Managing the day to day running of a busy kitchen as well as managing a Chef and a team of catering General Assistants, • Designing, planning, and preparing a varied set of menus that cater for individual needs, including special diets and the preferences of each customer, • Managing all stock and wastage levels, ensuring that the kitchen remains at a professional standard whilst operating within commercial requirements and budget, • Managing the Food Safety Management System and having responsibility for the team understanding and implementing it, • Proven experience working as a Chef, Catering Manager or Head Cook within a similar environment is essential, • Knowledge of menu planning and costing, • A catering qualification such as City and Guilds 706 1/2 (or equivalent) is desirable, • Carrying out risk assessments and cleaning the kitchen to a high standard, • Assisting with the supervision and development of staff, • Previous experience of staff management and of leading teams within a busy kitchen Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we'll reward you: • At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays), • A pension scheme with employer contributions, • A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers, • Health and well-being plans, • Life assurance, • Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working, • Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK. If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application. We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don't miss out, please apply early. Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities. Job Segment: Home Care, Food Safety, Manager, Healthcare, Quality, Management

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UKAs a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning.About UsBusy Bees is the UKs leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.Why Work at Busy Bees?We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, youll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.Our Charitable CommitmentThrough our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support childrens lives.About our NurseryBusy Bees Cheltenham Prestbury Road, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 64 children and is a strong and progressive center committed to providing families with the best care and stimulating environments. Our hardworking team is dedicated to ensuring that the children in their care receive the best start in life. We have access to a local library and two parks within the community, and we often visit the local care home to foster connections. Conveniently located just a 10-minute walk from the town center, we benefit from bus routes that link to various parts of Cheltenham, including a direct route to the center, as well as local shops within a five-minute walking distance. Additionally, we offer free parking for staff, making access to our nurturing environment easy and convenient.Busy Bees BenefitsCompetitive salaryOngoing professional development and career progressionOur Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailersUp to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)Your birthday off its our gift to you!50% childcare discountEnhanced family leave and return to work bonusMenopause support through PeppyFinancial support through Salary FinanceEmployee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First AidersCycle to Work schemeEasy access to your workplace pension through CushonDiscounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.But wait, theres more! Youll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key ResponsibilitiesLead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room.Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children.Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration.Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents.Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children.Ensure health and safety standards are met, maintaining a clean and secure environment. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate:Level 3 qualification or above in early years education.Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner.Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.Passionate about fostering childrens development and creating positive relationships with families.Make a positive impact on young learnersapply now!

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. About our Nursery Busy Bees Cheltenham Prestbury Road, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 64 children and is a strong and progressive center committed to providing families with the best care and stimulating environments. Our hardworking team is dedicated to ensuring that the children in their care receive the best start in life. We have access to a local library and two parks within the community, and we often visit the local care home to foster connections. Conveniently located just a 10-minute walk from the town center, we benefit from bus routes that link to various parts of Cheltenham, including a direct route to the center, as well as local shops within a five-minute walking distance. Additionally, we offer free parking for staff, making access to our nurturing environment easy and convenient. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off its our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning., • Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education., • Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UKAs an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities.About UsBusy Bees is the UKs leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.Why Work at Busy Bees?We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, youll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.Our Charitable CommitmentThrough our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support childrens lives.About our NurseryBusy Bees Cheltenham Wellington Road, rated Good by Ofsted, is housed in a beautiful Georgian building with three floors and tall ceilings, accommodating up to 90 children. Our nursery is surrounded by picturesque walks around Pittville Parks and Lakes, providing ample opportunities for outdoor exploration. We frequently take outings to local events, such as the paint festival and Christmas decorations, and enjoy visits to the nearby library for additional extracurricular activities. Conveniently located near Cheltenham Town Centre, we benefit from great bus and train links. Additionally, we offer free parking for staff, ensuring easy access to our vibrant and engaging learning environment.Busy Bees BenefitsCompetitive salaryOngoing professional development and career progressionOur Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailersUp to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)Your birthday off its our gift to you!50% childcare discountEnhanced family leave and return to work bonusMenopause support through PeppyFinancial support through Salary FinanceEmployee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First AidersCycle to Work schemeEasy access to your workplace pension through CushonDiscounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices.But wait, theres more! Youll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner:Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage childrens growth and learning.Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support childrens physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).Key Person Role: Oversee childrens development, care needs, and build strong family connections. Required Qualifications: What Were Looking ForLevel 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood educationSkills: Good communication capable or, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.At Busy Bees, were committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse and youre ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education we encourage you to apply!

Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK<p&g

Position: Senior Funeral Director Location: Selim Smith Funeral Directors covering Cheltenham area Job Type: 38.33 Hours per week Salary: £33,000 per annum We are looking for a compassionate and committed Senior Funeral Director to join our team at Selim Smith , as someone who takes pride in supporting families with care and professionalism.Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.You will play a key leadership role in overseeing funeral arrangements, guiding and developing your team, and building strong relationships with local partners and the wider community to ensure every service is delivered with respect and excellence.Why This Role Matters As a Senior Funeral Director, you will be responsible for team performance, development, and operational leadership, supporting the Cluster Manager in achieving business objectives.This role ensures consistent compliance, client satisfaction, and staff excellence, fostering a culture of empathy, professionalism, and continuous improvement.Your Impact and Responsibilities As a Senior Funeral Director, you lead by example, guiding families with empathy and professionalism, while supporting your team to do the same.Youll spend around 70% of your time delivering and overseeing services, and the rest managing the day-to-day operations of one or more branches, including the team.Youll be responsible for ensuring high standards of care, training, service delivery, and local marketing, creating a culture where your team is proud of the work they do and families feel informed, respected, and looked after.As a Senior Funeral Director, you will: • Deliver complex funeral arrangements with professionalism- ensuring all funeral arrangements are respectful, appropriate, and reflect the clients wishes • Oversee branch standards and ensure timely, high-quality care of the deceased • Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota (including nights/weekends) to support families- providing out of hours support, including dignified collection and transfer of the deceased into care.• Lead on recruitment, onboarding and ongoing performance reviews, undertaking regular 121s • Ensure back-of-house teams have responsibilities, and ensure seamless scheduling and service coordination • Support the Cluster Manager in overseeing branch performance, audits, and compliance processes • Identify service gaps and recommend improvements to processes and training • Take responsibility for ensuring funeral plan banks are replenished • Ensure all team members are Funeral Plan Consultant (FPC) trained.Skills and Knowledge • Comfortable leading and motivating a team to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, presentation, and service delivery.• Empathetic, service-oriented, and committed to excellent client outcomes • Understanding of the nature of the role and is prepared to assist families whenever needed, ensuring continuous care and operational effectiveness.• Able to follow strict procedures, maintain accurate records, and ensure adherence to legal and company regulations.• Confident working independently and thrives on delivering results.• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and on-call.• Understanding of operational efficiency, service offerings, and financial considerations within the funeral industry.What We Offer • Professional development: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue a qualification through our apprenticeship programme.• Bonus Potential: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements.• Private Medical Cover: Youll have access to comprehensive Bupa private medical cover, because looking after you is part of how we care.• Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your familys future.• Health & Wellbeing Programme: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing.• Holiday Allowance: Start with a generous leave entitlement of 30-33 days per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays.• Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement.What are the next steps? If this sounds like the right role for you and youre ready to bring care and professionalism to an essential service, click the apply button.A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.About Us We are Dignity, one of the UKs oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria across the country.From launching the UKs first funeral plan to helping shape modern regulation, we have led the way in supporting families with care, compassion, and professionalism.We are now building the UKs leading end-of-life company.As part of the Dignity Group, we also operate Farewill, the countrys most prominent will writer and one of the UKs top probate providers, giving families support not just at the funeral, but before and after as well.Today, we are over 4,000 people across the UK, all driven by the same goal: to care for families with compassion andmake the UK a world leader in end-of-life care.Here to help, whenever you need.FCA Statement Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements.As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to upholding the highest standards, which we achieve by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience, and integrity to protect both the company and our clients.If you are considered for a role, you will be asked to provide your permission for us to conduct the relevant checks and assessments that will be carried out during the recruitment and onboarding process.The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR).Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a more inclusive and better place to work.Whoever you are, wherever youre from, and whatever your life looks like, wed love to hear from you.And if theres anything you need to make the process more accessible, please let us know.Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate, and no fees will be payable.We reserve the right, depending on the number of applications received, to close or extend the closing dates for positions.Therefore, we recommend submitting your application as early as possible.d02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173