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Role Overview: Join Busy Bees Bedford Elstow – Nursery Manager (12-Month Maternity Cover) Are you an inspiring early years leader ready to guide a passionate team and create exceptional learning experiences? Busy Bees Bedford Elstow is looking for a motivated Nursery Manager to join us on a 12-month maternity cover contract. We offer a generous, industry-leading benefits package, including: * Competitive salary * Up to 25% annual salary bonus * Up to 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) * Your birthday off – our treat! * Significant childcare discount * Continuous training and development to help you grow your career * Access to the Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Hub with huge retail discounts * Enhanced family leave and a return-to-work bonus * Menopause support via Peppy * Salary Finance for financial wellbeing * Employee Assistance Programme with Mental Health First Aiders * Cycle to Work scheme * Workplace pension with Cushon * Discounted Private Medical Insurance * Opportunities to travel internationally and learn from Busy Bees nurseries around the world And that’s not all! Through the Hive platform, you’ll also find wellbeing tools, development resources, team recognition features through Celebrating You, and a dedicated Grow with Us area full of exciting learning opportunities. As Nursery Manager at our Bedford Elstow setting, you’ll bring your creativity, energy, and expertise to: * Lead and inspire your team * Deliver high-quality childcare in line with the EYFS * Build strong partnerships with families * Create safe, stimulating environments that nurture curiosity and confidence You’ll also benefit from our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to encourage exploration, discovery, and joyful learning. Located in the heart of Bedford, our Elstow nursery offers a warm, welcoming environment with bright, well-equipped rooms tailored to each age group. Children enjoy a secure outdoor area perfect for adventurous play, fresh-air learning, and developing confidence through supervised safe risks. The nursery is easily accessible, with good transport links, making commuting simple whether you travel by car or public transport. Ofsted rated Good. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: • Lead & Inspire: Drive excellence and motivate your team., • Quality Improvement: Enhance educational programs and operational processes., • Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment, meeting all regulations., • Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and resources effectively., • Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and the community., • Professional Development: Foster team growth to provide exceptional care. Required Qualifications: About you:, • We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Nursery Manager whose primary goal is to deliver the highest standards of childcare and early years education., • You will be resourceful, commercially minded, have strong leadership ability and excellent communication skills., • You will have strong organisational skills with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.Qualifications and Experience:, • NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3., • Experience as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • A focus on delivering high-quality childcare and early education.Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!

Our client, a Bedford based MSP, seeks a permanent Tech Support serving one of their international clients. Minimum 2 years' IT Support experience. Duties include: • Management of incidents and requests on site at their respective locations. This includes support for the industrial environment (printers, scanners, etc.)., • Case management for standard users, VIPs, and senior management at their facilities and other locations, resolving them remotely., • On-site support and practical assistance in the buildings where they reside, always with the support of the service associated with the request., • Preparation of videoconferencing rooms with user profiles and, in the event of an incident, opening a case with the service provider., • Support for senior management videoconference meetings., • Reconfiguration of equipment., • Being present during supplier visits to complete tasks and show them the facilities., • Configuration of mobile and landline phones. Activation of SIM cards and coordination with the local supplier when necessary., • Deletion or cleaning of data from updated equipment at your facilities, according to Company procedures., • Maintenance and inventory control., • Follow-up on escalated cases., • Physical inventory of devices., • Support for local suppliers.

Senior Design Engineer Location: Bedford Type: Permanent, Full-time Hours: Office Hours, With 1pm Fri Finish Salary: Up to £52,000 Our client, a well-established engineering manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a highly structured, quality-driven environment designing mechanical products from concept through to manufacture. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality mechanical design solutions, supporting both new product development and existing product improvements, while working within a regulated quality framework. Key responsibilities include: • Designing mechanical components and assemblies for manufacture and assembly, • Producing 3D models and 2D technical drawings using CAD systems (NX, Inventor, AutoCAD), • Performing engineering calculations including FEA and FMEA for performance and safety validation, • Managing design projects from concept through to production, • Supporting quotation work through layout design and technical investigation, • Driving cost-effective design through Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE), • Creating technical documentation including material specifications, manuals, and reports, • Producing and maintaining Bills of Materials, • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practice, • Working cross-functionally with internal teams, suppliers, and customers (UK and international travel may be required), • 5–10 years’ experience in a senior design role., • Minimum 5 years’ mechanical design experience in a 3D CAD environment, • Experience with FEA software preferred, • Experience in rotating machinery or similar mechanical systems desirable, • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to meet tight deadlines, • Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) preferred, • Minimum HNC / HND with relevant industry experience considered, • IEng registration desirable but not essential

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical Bias)BedfordMonday to Friday, 15:00-23:00, plus 1 in 7 SaturdaysUp to £40,000 Overview:An established manufacturing business in Bedford is looking for a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer with a mechanical bias to join their team. This role offers a mix of hands-on engineering, machinery support, and process improvement within a busy production environment. Key Responsibilities: • Follow cGMP and relevant Standard Operating Procedures at all times, • Ensure prompt repair and maintenance of all plant and machinery, • Carry out machine changes correctly and efficiently, • Advise on the most productive use of machinery, • Assist in investigating complaints and preventing recurrence, • Complete all GMP documentation, including machine logs and repair/modification records, • Support preparation of quotations with technical input, • Attend and contribute to daily scheduling meetings, • Extensive engineering experience within a production environment, • Ability to deliver practical and effective engineering solutions, • Proactive in improving line efficiency and processes, • Competent with standard PC software

Civil EngineerLocation: BedfordSalary: £40,000 - £48,000 plus benefits I am recruiting for a Civil Engineer to join a growing consultancy in Bedford as they expand their civil engineering team. This is a strong opportunity for a Civil Engineer looking to build technical capability, gain wider project exposure and take on more responsibility within a supportive environment. This Civil Engineer role focuses on development infrastructure projects ranging from small private schemes through to major national developments. As a Civil Engineer, you will support planning submissions, detailed design packages and technical approvals, working closely with clients, consultants and local authorities. You will stay hands-on with design while benefiting from clear support and mentoring from senior engineers. Key Responsibilities* Deliver drainage, highways and earthworks designs using Flow or MicroDrainage and PDS or similar software* Produce drawings and design documents using AutoCAD or MicroStation* Prepare planning submission packs for outline, detailed and full applications* Deliver S38, S278 and S104 technical submissions through to approval* Support groundworks packages for tender and construction* Liaise with clients, design teams and local authority officers* Assist with managing small project teams and coordinating technicians About You* Degree qualified Civil Engineer or equivalent practical experience* Strong understanding of UK drainage, highways and flood risk standards* Confident using Flow or MicroDrainage, PDS, AutoCAD or MicroStation* Experience delivering S38, S278 and S104 submissions* Clear communicator with a proactive and organised approach Why ApplyThis Civil Engineer position offers project variety, hybrid working and long term progression. The salary on offer is £40,000 - £48,000 plus benefits, including profit share bonuses, pension, life assurance, healthcare after qualifying service, CPD support and flexible working. Eligibility to ApplyApplicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years recruitment experience.

Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 600 colleagues across nine sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. The Role: This role will be part of our BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire. This Electronics Component Engineer position will lead the data management, component supplier identification and ECAD data drawing tasks for the the electronics design and prototyping department. This role is suited to a highly detail oriented person with experience in detailed electronic design, extensive knowledge of component parameters and good supplier relationships. The candidate should be used to working in regulated environments and strict documentation and traceability requirements. Key Responsibilities: Design Execution: * Manage full PCB and wiring harness data through it's lifecycle. From requirements documentation, to design documentation, issuing production data to manufacturers and resolving supplier queries. Design Standardisation & Quality Governance: * Act as the go to resource within the department for data management, supplier selection and PCB library management. * Follow in house processes and procedures for data management, database cleansing and schematic symbol + footprint drawing. Project Team Coordination: * Work with the design team and electronics assembly team to ensure selection and provision of suitable electronics components and COTS systems. * Work in a fast paced environment to deliver schematic symbol and PCB footprint design data in a standardised format in Altium. * Ensure personal workloads, priorities and dependencies are managed effectively to meet schedule commitments. Qualifications and Skills: Essential: • 3-4 years experience in electronics component engineering/component librarian roles for modern high speed, high component density systems., • Significant expertise in schematic symbol and PCB footprint design., • Detailed understanding of the electronics manufacturing processes, • Excellent attention to detail., • Process driven, ability to implement processes to ensure adherence., • Excellent time management/prioritisation skills, • Highly organised and able to work multi projects in fast paced environment, • Adaptable personality with professional approach, • Good verbal and written communication skills, • Excellent organisation skills, • Conscientious, with a proactive work ethic Desirable: • Experience working on many projects at once and managing your time effectively., • Experience of interfacing with subcontractors, • Experience with relevant IPC standards 2221, 7351, 610, 6012 e.t.c, • Experience working within a highly regulated industry. (Aerospace, rail, military, medical…) Subject to UK MoD security clearance vetting to a minimum SC level As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Bedford Salary - Negotiable DOE Monday - Friday Days Your new company: Based near Bedford, we are working with a leading company in the design, development, and manufacture of innovative equipment used in a range of industries from automotive, aerospace, rail and more! Due to increased business and continuous growth, they are now recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their design team. The Mechanical Design engineer will be part of a strong design team focused on the design development and management of manufacturing processes! If you are an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer from a strong industrial engineering background, this would be a great role for you!Key Responsibilities & Duties: • Working closely with other departments in the design of layout drawings and service diagrams, • Generating equipment layouts, with supporting mechanical documentation (service drawings, schematics, etc.), • Maintaining existing mechanical drawings and documentation, • Act as a liaison for project managers and customers to handle design, layout and service queries, • Liaise with the Drawing Office Manager for the workload to ensure project timelines are adhered to Skills & Experience required: • Experience in a similar role, within an industrial/manufacturing environment, • Experience with a relevant CAD/ AutoDesk product such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar, as full training will be provided., • Experience with rotating equipment/machinery, • Recognised engineering qualification or completed apprenticeship., • Ability to work to strict deadlines whilst keeping a strong quality of work. Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us now on for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

We are pleased to be working with our client seeking a Engineering Procurement Manager based in Bedford for one of our clients on a permanent basis. Summary of the Procurement Manager Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Location: Bedford Type of Contract: Permanent, 100% office based Hours: 37.5 - hour working week, Monday - Thursday Fri Benefits: 25 days holiday, Holiday Purchase from 2025, Pension Contribution 5%, Life Assurance 4 x annual basic, Employee assistance , Early finish Friday Responsibilities of the Engineering Procurement Manager • The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing a robust procurement strategy that supports profitable project delivery, supply chain resilience, and long-term business growth, • Operating within a project-based OEM engineering environment, the role ensures early procurement engagement, cost certainty, risk mitigation, and strong supplier performance across the full project lifecycle, • Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with business objectives, project delivery requirements, and growth plans, • Establish and manage long-term supplier and framework agreements to improve cost competitiveness, lead time certainty, and supply resilience, • Lead supplier rationalisation initiatives and build strategic partnerships with key vendors, • Provide early procurement input during bid, tender, and engineering phases to improve cost accuracy, lead time visibility, and risk identification, • Support project teams with sourcing strategies for long-lead, high-risk, or critical components, • Ensure procurement plans are aligned with project schedules and cash flow requirements, • Drive cost-down initiatives and value engineering opportunities across the supply base, • Monitor and manage procurement-related cost performance, variations, and supplier claims, • Improve working capital outcomes through payment term negotiation, • Identify and proactively manage supply chain risks, including capacity constraints, single-source dependencies, and market volatility, • Establish procurement governance, policies, and standardised processes across projects, • Ensure compliance with contractual, quality, and regulatory requirements, • Act as the primary interface between engineering, project management, operations, and suppliers Requirements for a successful Engineering Procurement Manager • Proven experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management within a project-based OEM, engineering, manufacturing, or capital equipment environment, • Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating complex supplier agreements, • Demonstrated ability to manage procurement across multiple concurrent projects, • Experience engaging with engineering and project teams early in the design and bid phases, • Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills, • Formal qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or Business, • Experience implementing procurement frameworks or governance models, • Knowledge of contract law and risk management in project environments. (Desirable), • Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills, • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, • Technical aptitude for mechanical systems and pump technologies, • Strategic and commercially focused, • Proactive risk manager, • Strong negotiator and relationship builder, • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. We’re an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors. Check out our jobs page for our latest vacancies in your area and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruitment Specialists will review your application shortly. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we can’t respond to everyone directly. If you don’t hear from us within seven days, please assume you have not been successful this time.

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

Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you. Role: Support Worker Salary: £12.61 - £12.91 per hour Service: Royal Gardens, MK45 3ST Shifts: Rotational, 37.5 hours per week Your Benefits Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work, as well as being one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women, Development, and Wellbeing in 2025. Here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy: • Career Ladder: Our dedicated career ladder provides clear opportunities for your future progression., • Learning & Development: Support your personal and professional growth with training and qualifications to enable you to achieve your full potential., • Financial Benefits: Life Assurance of twice your annual basic salary. Withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday with Wagestream. Access to Discountsfrom over 150 retailers. Our Support Workers are our greatest asset. Through understanding the needs of the people you support; you’ll provide exceptional care that truly changes lives. • Help the people we support to engage in meaningful opportunities and activities – empowering them to enjoy a great life filled with amazing experiences., • Get involved in the community, support during leisure and social activities, and celebrate special occasions. Royal Gardens is a brand-new, purpose-built specialist Supported Living service in the flourishing community of Wixams, just outside of Houghton Conquest and 10 minutes from Bedford town. Royal Gardens contains 11 highly spacious, self-contained, single-occupancy apartments, each offering bedroom with en-suite shower room, second bedroom which can be used as a flexible space, bathroom and open-plan kitchen, diner and lounge. The 3 ground-floor apartments have wet-rooms. Your Values You may be new to care or already have experience in the social care sector (Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant) but your values are most important to us. Values influence every interaction between our colleagues and the people we support. They are a promise that: • We will always act with kindness., • Stay committed to the people who rely on us., • Once you’ve applied our dedicated in-house recruitment team will call to share more about the role., • The next step will be an interview in the service, where you’ll meet the team and the people we support., • If successful, we’ll organise your Free DBS Check and references prior to confirming your start date. Join us at Consensus Support Services, where your unique perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to succeed.

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

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

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

CNC Turner Bedford Area Day Shift or Weekend Shift Available £15 - £20 per hour (Depending on Experience) + Bonus Available Weekend Shift includes 10% allowance Full job description Our Client is a leading provider of precision engineering and manufacturing solutions, supporting high-tech industries such as aerospace, medical, and scientific research. With a state-of-the-art facility housing approximately 68 advanced machines, They deliver high-quality, complex components with speed, accuracy, and reliability. Their continued growth is driven by innovation, investment in technology, and a dedicated, skilled team** CNC Machinist / CNC Miller Programmer Job Description OverviewWe are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist / CNC Turner also position available for a CNC Miller to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical aptitude and be proficient in operating, setting and programming CNC machinery to produce high-quality components. This role requires attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Being flexible to operate any of the machinery required to meet the production schedule and agreed targets, • To ensure orders are completed to the correct standard, within budget and on time to meet the company Quality Objectives, • To work from customer drawings and specifications to produce parts in accordance with our Clients Quality - Code of Practice, • Understand, interpret, and edit programs to the standard company format., • For ensuring proven programs are stored in the Seki systems DNC software file on the network, • To inspect parts following the Checking/Inspection Process, • To ensure works orders are correctly opened and closed on the company`s computerised system - ProgressPlus, • To ensure tooling is returned and maintained to tool stores, • Actively monitor working practises and provide feedback to improve efficiencies and job profitability, • Ensure adherence to Health and Safety standards, and environmental regulations in compliance with the Company policy to ensure safe working environment., • Maintain a clean and manageable work area ensuring that housekeeping standards are maintained in accordance with the Company Code of Conduct, • Undertake weekly maintenance checks of machinery and record in the machinery maintenance log, • Comply with the company Environmental and Recycling policy, • Proficient in CNC setting with Fanuc and/or Haas and/or Siemens Operating systems, • CNC Milling Experience or CNC turning experience, • Experience Setting Operating Programming on Mills or Lathes, • Proven track record to produce low volume, small batch, high precision components Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £15.00-£20.00 per hour DOE Benefits: • Company events, • Training and Progression, • Company pension, • Cycle to work scheme, • Employee discount, • Enhanced maternity leave, • Enhanced paternity leave, • Free On-site parking, • Health & wellbeing programme, • 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays rising to 28 with length of service, • Employee Led continuous improvement bonus £1000 net awarded each quarter

Our client, a Bedford based MSP, seeks a permanent Tech Support serving one of their international clients. Duties include: • Management of incidents and requests on site at their respective locations. This includes support for the industrial environment (printers, scanners, etc.)., • Case management for standard users, VIPs, and senior management at their facilities and other locations, resolving them remotely., • On-site support and practical assistance in the buildings where they reside, always with the support of the service associated with the request., • Preparation of videoconferencing rooms with user profiles and, in the event of an incident, opening a case with the service provider., • Support for senior management videoconference meetings., • Reconfiguration of equipment., • Being present during supplier visits to complete tasks and show them the facilities., • Configuration of mobile and landline phones. Activation of SIM cards and coordination with the local supplier when necessary., • Deletion or cleaning of data from updated equipment at your facilities, according to Company procedures., • Maintenance and inventory control., • Follow-up on escalated cases., • Physical inventory of devices., • Support for local suppliers.

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

Junior Field Service Engineer £28,000 - £30,000 + Bonus OTE (£36,000) + Training + Progression + Van Bedford (Ideally located: Luton, Northampton, Birmingham and Surrounding areas ) Do you have CNC service/mainteance looking to work for a globally-renowned manufacturer providing full Multi-skilled training to become a qualified Service Engineer?On offer is a days based role offering a company vehicle, benefits and an excellent bonus package to maximise your earnings alongside endless progression opportunities.This is an opportunity to work for an industry-leading company who provide high-end CNC machinery to a variety of engineering companies on a global scale. As a result of their continued success, they are looking to add to their service and support team.This is a Monday-Friday position, where you will be travelling to various engineering sites all across the UK. You will be accompanied by a specialist and assist with the service, repair and maintenance of CNC Lathe machines.This role would suit some with Mechanical experience within a Machine Shop environment, looking for a varied and exciting Service role with full on the job training and great bonus structure.The Role • Monday-Friday (days based)., • Field-service role., • Machine Shop background, • Mechanical experience Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Children's Home Registered Manager Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 £55-£60k plus bonus We have a new Organisation who are looking to set up there first home a 4 Bed accommodation supporting 8-18s with EBD SEMH and challenging behaviour in Bedford. This home will accommodate up to 3 children. The group are passionate about Children's care, coming from a Business Education and Social Care background, they are looking to build a therapeutic and safe environment for their children and young people. There will be full support given to the new Registered Manager We are looking for a dynamic leader – someone who is tenacious and passionate, with the ability to connect with those they meet and build meaningful and productive working relationships. If you have experience supporting vulnerable children ,you are qualified and looking for career progression this exciting new opportunity could be for you! Registered Manager Skills and abilities • Ability to demonstrate reasoning, numeracy, literacy and technology skills to required standard., • Ability to work as a team, working closely with colleagues and other agencies., • Ability to solve problems., • Able to work within the principles of the Children’s Act., • Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of Child Protection Issues and Procedures., • Sound knowledge of Children’s Homes procedures and relevant issues., • Ability to exercise authority., • Proven leadership and management abilities., • At least 1 year working experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in a Registered Children’s Home where the rating of their home is good to outstanding, • A minimum of two years’ experience at senior level in a Children’s Home., • Experience working with Children who have Mental Health, Emotional & Behavioural difficulties, • Have a very good understanding of the children’s homes regulations and quality standards, 2015 This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference!

Vehicle Technician ?? Location: Thurleigh (suitable for candidates living in Bedford, St Neots, Northampton, Wellingborough, and Huntingdon areas)?? Salary: £41,714 per year?? Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm?? Job Type: Permanent Join a Leading Automotive Organisation We are working with a major automotive business that plays a key role in the UK vehicle supply chain. This organisation operates at scale across multiple sites and offers excellent long-term career development opportunities within a professional workshop environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a well-established site operations team. The Role As part of an experienced workshop team, you will ensure vehicles are prepared to a high standard for customers. You will work under the guidance of the Workshop Supervisor and Manager while also being confident working independently. Key Responsibilities * Carry out general servicing on a range of vehicles * Undertake tyre fitting and replacement * Conduct road testing, ramp testing, and vehicle inspections * Perform mechanical and electrical repairs using approved methods * Diagnose vehicle faults, including electrical issues where required * Complete warranty repairs in line with manufacturer standards * Maintain high standards of workmanship and attention to detail Requirements * Previous experience in a similar Vehicle Technician position * City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3,2 or 1 * Full UK Driving Licence * Ability to work independently and make informed decisions * Willingness to support junior technicians when required * Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work * Passion for the automotive industry What's on Offer * Competitive salary of £41,714 * Company pension scheme * Employee Assistance Programme * Enhanced family leave policies * Supportive team environment * Long-term career progression opportunities Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Maintenance Engineer Salary: £43,000 - £46,000 Shift: Days Location:Bedford I'm currently recruiting for a leading FMCG manufacturer, who is looking to add an experienced Maintenance Engineer to their established engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, growing business where no two days are the same. As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll ensure the smooth running of all plant machinery by carrying out reactive and planned maintenance to minimise downtime and boost efficiency. You'll handle mechanical and electrical repairs, respond to breakdowns, support PPM schedules, drive improvements with the production team, and ensure all work is completed safely and to company standards. Skills required for the Maintenance Engineer: • Multi Skilled - Either Mechanical or Electrically Bias, • Engineering qualification, • Experience working in a manufacturing/Industrial environment, • Forces Welcome!, • Working in the highly regarded FMCG sector, • Investments in their engineers on courses, • Fantastic training and development available Maintenance Engineers As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.

Are you an experienced Project Engineer who has led and ran projects from cradle to grave for new industrial machinery and equipment? We are a Bedford based original equipment manufacturer and part of a global multi-billion turnover group with a strong existing client base spanning over 50 countries. This is a brand-new role as a Project Engineer due to the demand for the development and delivery of new machines, re-engineering and product obsolescence projects. BASIC SALARY: Up to £57,000 dependant on experience BENEFITS:· 4% Company Pension· 33 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays) LOCATION: Bedford COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Milton Keynes, Northampton, Huntingdon, Stevenage, Luton, Sandy, Biggleswade, St Neots, Ampthill, Flitwick, Wellingborough, Royston, Kettering, Leighton Buzzard. Why you should apply: · This is a brand-new role and a chance to make it your own· A chance for you to be involved with Leaner & Greener initiatives, including zeroemission and ecofriendly projects· You can take the lead and deliver major projects and contracts at a time of raid growth for the business JOB DESCRIPTION: Project Engineer - machinery, equipment, manufacturing As our new Project Engineer, you will lead the end-to-end development on engineering projects - aligning with our defined Product Roadmap. Reporting to our Engineering Manager, you'll oversee product strategy execution from conceptual design and industrialisation through manufacturing launch and ongoing delivery (the whole project). You will have an experienced Engineer to assist you in your project delivery as well as the support of the wider multi-disciplinary engineering team (mechanical, electrical, software etc). Your mission (if you choose to accept it) is to deliver the best-in-class products on time, to budget, and in line with our market’s expectations. You’ll be joining a large engineering team of 15+, delivering products that have a direct impact in making the Aviation industry greener and more sustainable. YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Project Engineer – machinery, equipment, manufacturing · Product Roadmap Execution -translate the strategic Product Roadmap into actionable development projects - defining milestones, resources, risks, and success criteria.· Project Management - own product development from concept through commercialisation; ensure targeted objectives - cost, schedule, performance, reliability - are met.· Product Management - propose and approve the technical choices through rigorous internal processes. Contribute to cost reduction projects and reliability improvements by proposing root cause and solution.· Industrialisation Oversight - lead design transfer to manufacturing - aligning with suppliers, quality and production teams - to guarantee robust, repeatable, and scalable production. Provide an efficient Bill of Materials (BOMs) to reduce shortages and streamline production.· Delivery Management - oversee major manufacturing contracts and volume deliveries; ensure schedules, quality standards, and customer commitments are honoured. · Cross-Functional Leadership, Risk & Issue Management, Documentation & Reporting and Team Leadership YOUR BACKGROUND: Project Engineer – machinery, equipment, manufacturing Ideally, you will have: · Considerable experience with product development projects within manufacturing - ideally within heavy equipment or industrial systems but we’re open to any types of machinery.· The ability to manage product development projects: planning, execution, milestone tracking, and delivering projects to a plan.· Experience in industrialisation: design-for-manufacturability, process ramp-up, and quality controls.· Strong familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, BOM and document release control, engineering change processes, and production workflows (Works Orders).· The ability to influence, communicate at all levels and lead cross-disciplinary teams aligning stakeholders.· B.Eng or in a relevant engineering subject such as mechanical, electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering. COMPANY: As a business, we are over 30 years old, part of a global multi-billion turnover group and supply to over 50 countries. We have over 80 employees in the UK and design and develop a range of power units including portable pumps, DC battery units and associated power units. PROSPECTS: There are plenty of opportunities for you to evolve in the company both in the UK and internationally. We will support your growth, if you bring the strong project engineering experience from within a manufacturing environment. You’ll be surrounded by a friendly and supportive team of highly skilled Engineers in the UK and within our wider group. This is a great opportunity for you to work in a diverse and international environment in a fast-growing business that can offers lots of exciting long-term projects. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: mechanical, electrical, industrial, engineer, design, GD&T, SolidWorks, 2D, 3D, welding, fabrication, assembly, power generation, vehicle, aviation, structural, industrial, aerospace, project engineer, product engineer, product line, DFMEA, manufacturing, automotive INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18237, Wallace Hind Selection

Our client is a leading a supplier for telehandlers and roto telehandlers to the construction industry and they are looking for a Workshop Manager to join their Bedford Depot and take ownership of all workshop operations. In this role, you'll report directly to the Depot Manager and lead a skilled team of Fitters and Yard Staff. You'll ensure their equipment is maintained to the highest standards, ready for hire, and fully compliant with industry regulations. From planning daily workloads to upholding safety and 5S standards, you'll play a vital role in delivering operational excellence. Workshop Manager Job Overview • Lead, manage, and develop the workshop and yard teams., • Schedule, assign, and review planned maintenance activities including PDI's, LOLER inspections, and general repairs., • Ensure timely turnaround of equipment to meet customer demand., • Maintain strong workshop stock control and ordering processes., • Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement., • Coordinate with Depot and National Operations Managers to maximize fleet availability., • Deputise for the Depot Manager when required.Workshop Manager Job Requirements, • City & Guilds/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent) preferably, • Broad knowledge of plant equipment and maintenance techniques., • Proven experience in workshop leadership., • Strong problem-solving and communication skills., • Excellent organisational and time management abilities., • IT-literate and confident in using workshop systems., • A valid UK driving licence (max 3 points)., • A proactive, resilient attitude to changing priorities., • An ability to coach and motivate others., • Strong analytical thinking and decision-making skills.Workshop Manager Salary & Benefits, • £45,000-£50,000 salary dependant on experience, • 45 hour week, • Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • An extra day off for your birthday, • A great team environment with career progression

Infrastructure Delivery Manager | Bedford | Up to £55K & Great Benefits Lead. Deliver. Make an Impact. Are you an experienced Project Manager ready to step into a bigger leadership role? Do you thrive in a fast-moving environment where no two days are the same? If you’re confident overseeing a portfolio of short-term data cabling, electrical, access control or CCTV infrastructure projects — and you know how to bring out the best in a busy delivery team — this is your next career opportunity. We’re looking for a proactive and organised Delivery Manager to play a key part in our continued success and outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure changes on time, safely, and to the highest standards. This is your chance to join a respected, growing organisation where your leadership truly shapes team culture, client satisfaction, and project outcomes. Key Responsibilities of the Infrastructure Delivery Manager: • Lead and support a team of Project Managers working across multiple, short-lived projects, • Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to exceptional quality standards, • Collaborate closely with Sales and Operations to align scheduling, resources, and priorities, • Maintain clear project planning, documentation, and communication throughout the delivery process, • Oversee on-site quality control and health & safety compliance, • Conduct regular 1:1s and drive a positive, accountable team culture, • Monitor project performance using in-house software and present key statistics to the management team, • Build strong professional relationships with clients, resolving issues effectively and identifying commercial opportunities, • Escalate resource or performance concerns where needed, • Ensure accurate and timely reporting and adherence to company policies Essential Skills & Experience • Proven project management experience in structured cabling infrastructure, • NVQ or equivalent in Structured Cabling Installations, • Experience managing a busy team delivering multiple short-term projects, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities, • Calm, methodical leadership style that inspires high performance, • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, • Exceptional quality standards and a commitment to safe working practices, • Flexible attitude with willingness to travel, • Full, clean UK driving licence, • GCSEs (A*–C) in Maths and English, • PMP / PRINCE2 certification, • Business or Management qualification, • Be part of a respected business with a reputation for excellence, • Step into a role with genuine career development opportunities, • Lead a skilled, dedicated team that delivers essential infrastructure across the UK, • Work closely with senior leadership and influence future success If you’re motivated by high-quality project delivery, building strong teams, and ensuring clients get the best service every time — we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your project management career.

Senior 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer (3rd Line & Projects)/ Bedford / £35,000 to £38,000 per annum + Benefits Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing Managed Service Providers and take your IT career to the next level! If you’re a sharp-thinking problem solver who loves variety, teamwork, and delivering great work, this is the role for you. What You’ll Be Doing: As a Senior 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer, you are the technical engine of the Technical Account Management team. This is not a standard "reactive" 3rd line role; while you will handle deep-level escalations, your primary focus is proactive infrastructure health and the delivery of technical projects. You will work closely with the Team Lead to ensure our clients' infrastructure is aligned with best practices and modern standards. This is a hands-on role where you will design and implement a range of IT change projects for clients in your region. You will develop and maintain relationships that our clients put trust in to deliver the solutions that their organisations need, while providing expertise-in-depth to the Service Team who escalate faults to you for resolution. Key Responsibilities of the Senior 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer: • Infrastructure Projects: Own and execute technical projects such as server migrations, Microsoft 365 tenant-to-tenant migrations, and network refreshes., • Technical Alignment: Conduct regular technical reviews of client environments to identify risks, end-of-life hardware/software, and security gaps., • 3rd Line Support: Act as a senior escalation point for the Service Desk, resolving complex issues across virtualization, storage, and cloud platforms., • Documentation: Maintain high-quality technical documentation and "Site Files" for client environments to ensure seamless support across the business., • Minimum 3–5 years in a technical role, ideally within an MSP or a multi-site internal environment., • Proven ability to follow a project plan, meet milestones, and communicate progress clearly., • Based within a commutable distance of Bedford (for site visits and office collaboration)., • Ideally holding recognisable vendor qualifications, • Infrastructure: Expert knowledge of Windows Server (2019 onward), Active Directory/GPO, and Entra/Microsoft 365/Exchange Online., • Virtualisation: Advanced experience with VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V., • Cloud: Proven experience in Azure or AWS (migrations, environment builds, and security)., • Networking: Strong understanding of wired networking, experience with firewalls (Sophos/Fortinet/Cisco), and VPNs., • Wireless Networking: Experience with planning, deployment and surveying of wireless networks in commercial, education and/or healthcare settings with vendors like Meraki/Aruba/Ruckus, • £35000–£38000 based on experience, • 22 days annual leave, • A friendly, collaborative office culture, • Real variety — every day is different, • Opportunities for professional development, • High-quality tools & an environment that values good engineering, • Avoid the city centre traffic! We’re an ambitious, growing MSP with a passion for doing IT right. You’ll be part of a talented team that cares about quality, collaboration, and creating solutions that genuinely help our customers succeed. This is the place for you if you want: • Real influence, • Interesting technical challenges, • Supportive colleagues Apply Now for this exciting new Senior 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer position for immediate consideration.

Technical Team Lead IT Infrastructure (3rd Line & Infrastructure Projects) / Bedford / £37,000 to £45,000 per annum + Benefits Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing Managed Service Providers and take your IT career to the next level! If you’re a sharp-thinking problem solver who loves variety, teamwork, and delivering great work, this is the role for you. What You’ll Be Doing: As the Technical Team Lead, you will hold a dual-focus position. You will act as the senior technical authority and project lead for our infrastructure environments while managing a small team of engineers. This is a hands-on role where you will design and implement a range of IT change projects for clients in your region. You and your team will develop and maintain relationships that our clients put trust in to deliver the solutions that their organisations need, while providing expertise-in-depth to the Service Team who escalate faults to you for resolution. Key Responsibilities of the Technical Team Lead IT Infrastructure Role: • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of engineers. You will manage resource allocation, conduct 1-2-1s, and foster a culture of technical excellence., • 3rd Line Escalation: Act as the final point of escalation for complex infrastructure issues involving Windows Server, Virtualisation, Networking, and Cloud, • Project Engineering: Lead the end-to-end delivery of infrastructure projects (e.g., server migrations, cloud transitions, security hardening, and site decommissions)., • Technical Account Management: Build strong relationships with internal or external clients ensuring their technical roadmap aligns with business goals and that infrastructure is "fit for purpose.", • Minimum 3–5 years in a senior technical role, ideally within an MSP or a multi-site internal environment., • Previous experience managing or leading a small technical team., • Demonstrable experience delivering 3rd line IT projects on time and within budget., • Must be able to commute to our Bedford office and travel to client sites as needed., • Ideally holding recognisable vendor qualifications, • Infrastructure: Expert knowledge of Windows Server (2019 onward), Active Directory/GPO, and Entra/Microsoft 365/Exchange Online., • Virtualisation: Advanced experience with VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V., • Cloud: Proven experience in Azure or AWS (migrations, environment builds, and security)., • Networking: Strong understanding of wired networking, experience with firewalls (Sophos/Fortinet/Cisco), and VPNs., • Wireless Networking: Experience with planning, deployment and surveying of wireless networks in commercial, education and/or healthcare settings with vendors like Meraki/Aruba/Ruckus, • £37,000–£45,000 based on experience, • 22 days annual leave, • A friendly, collaborative office culture, • Real variety — every day is different, • Opportunities for professional development, • High-quality tools and an environment that values good engineering, • Avoid the city centre traffic! We’re an ambitious, growing MSP with a passion for doing IT right. You’ll be part of a talented team that cares about quality, collaboration, and creating solutions that genuinely help our customers succeed. This is the place for you if you want: • Real influence, • Interesting technical challenges, • Supportive colleagues Apply Now for this exciting new Technical Team Lead IT Infrastructure position for immediate consideration.

Role: Service Desk Manager Location: On-site in Bedford, Weekly travel to London (1-2 days)Salary: Up to £45,000 per annumType: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Service Desk Manager to lead our client's MSP service desk operation, based onsite in Bedford with regular travel to our London office. This role is primarily operational, focused on the day-to-day management, performance and delivery of IT support services across 1st-3rd line. You will be responsible for leading a team of 15 engineers, ensuring service excellence, strong SLA performance and a consistently high standard of customer support. Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, you will work closely with our Customer Success Managers and internal technical teams to align service delivery with customer expectations and business objectives. Key Responsibilities • Full ownership of daily service desk operations within an MSP environment, • Direct line management, mentoring and development of 15 service desk engineers (1st-3rd line), • Oversight of ticket queues, prioritisation, escalations and workload distribution, • Management of incident, problem and major incident processes, acting as an escalation point, • Ensuring all services are delivered in line with SLAs, KPIs and contractual commitments, • Regular collaboration with Customer Success Managers to support customer satisfaction and retention, • Performance management including 1:1s, appraisals, coaching and development plans, • Recruitment, onboarding and training of new team members, • Producing operational reporting and contributing to service reviews, • Driving continuous improvement across processes, tooling and team capability, • Proven experience as a Service Desk Manager or IT Support Manager within an MSP / managed services environment, • Strong operational leadership experience managing medium-sized service desk teams, • Background overseeing 1st-3rd line support functions, • Solid technical foundation enabling effective escalation management, • Experience working with ITSM tools, SLAs and service performance reporting, • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with internal stakeholders, • ITIL certification or strong ITIL-aligned working practices, • Salary of up to £45,000 per annum, • Private healthcare, • Private dental care, • Company pension scheme, • Life assurance, • Generous annual leave entitlement, • Employee assistance programme (EAP), • Ongoing training and professional development, • Permanent, full-time position, • Key leadership role within a growing MSP, • Close collaboration with senior operations leadership Apply today to find out more about this opportunity.

Job Title: Fire Alarm Engineer Location: Cambridge and surrounding areas About Us: Join a leading company in the fire and security sector, known for delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions. We are committed to ensuring safety and security for our clients through top-notch service and maintenance of fire and security systems. Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Service and Fire Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing intruder alarms and fire systems, performing small works, and ensuring excellent customer service. This role requires a proactive individual with a strong background in fire and security systems. Key Responsibilities: • Service and maintain intruder alarms and fire systems., • Conduct small works, including replacing like-for-like equipment., • Represent the company professionally, delivering outstanding customer service., • Proven experience as a Service Engineer in the fire and security sector., • Strong background in servicing and maintaining fire panels and security systems., • Experience working in commercial environments., • Excellent customer service and communication skills., • Experience with fire safety inspections and compliance checks., • Familiarity with working in high-end contracts and housing associations., • Competitive salary and benefits package., • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

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

I'm currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a leading food manufacturer with sites across the UK and Ireland, employing over 5,000 people, and supplying high-quality beef, lamb, and pork to retailers and foodservice providers worldwide. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and growth, it offers exciting opportunities to be part of a business that's driving excellence in the global food industry. You'll be working Monday to Friday during the day, with lots of overtime available! What you'll do: • Tackle equipment breakdowns head-on and keep downtime to a minimum, • Carry out preventative maintenance that ensures smooth operations, • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical challenges with confidence, • A BTEC/C&G in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification, • 18th Edition training (advantageous), • Post-apprenticeship experience in food manufacturing or previous work in a food production environment (desirable), • Proven work experience in a similar maintenance role (essential), • Competence working with electricity and carrying out electrical work safely, • Strong experience in problem-solving and troubleshooting electrical issues through to resolution, • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively to meet deadlines, • Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, • Be part of a forward-thinking food manufacturing company where your expertise makes a real impact, • Ongoing training & career development opportunities, • Competitive pay, great benefits, and job security Give me a call! Whether you're already hooked or fancy knowing just that little bit more. You can reach me, Ben at or email me at . You can also drop me a message on LinkedIn if that's easier. Don't worry about having an up-to-date CV, we can sort that out later.

Electrical Technician (Mon-Fri, Days)£35'000 - £36'000 + Bonus + Overtime + Company Benefits PackageBedford (Commutable from: Milton Keynes, Bletchley, Leighton Buzzard, Dunstable, Luton, Hitchin, Letchworth Garden City, Sandy) Are you a Level 3 qualified Electrical Technician looking for a Monday-Friday, day-based role with a company that invests in your growth and progression? This is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry-leading organisation, providing internal progression opportunities and optional overtime paid at premium rates. You'll maintain and repair a range of electrical and mechanical equipment within an FMCG environment, developing both your electrical and mechanical expertise. Working as part of a close-knit maintenance team, you'll provide PPMs, reactive maintenance, and support site improvements, with the chance for further career development as well as progression into senior maintenance roles. This is your chance to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation for staff development, career progression and long-term retention, while working in a varied and rewarding environment. The Role: • Working Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4pm, with overtime potential paid at time and a half, • Training and development to progress your electrical and mechanical skills, • Level 3 Electrical qualification, • Holding 18th Edition Certification Please click "Apply Now" or contact Ben Dunsford at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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

Job Description Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’ and we're recruiting for a Care Assistant to help us achieve our goals. At Elstow Manor, our Care Assistants are called Homemakers. More than support workers, care assistants or healthcare assistants – they are carers and companions all in one. They have the time to get to know our residents and are trusted to give each person the care they need, in the way they like. Joining us at Elstow Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. Working Pattern: 12 hour shifts and working alternate weekends on a rota basis. We offer our colleagues • A competitive salary and benefits package, • 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays, • Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care., • Workplace pension for your future security, • A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do, • Excellent training and career development opportunities, • Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services, • Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings, • Free on-site parking Be at the heart of our award winning homemaker care mode. A Homemaker is a unique caring role for a unique person, where you can care with a difference. • A varied role where no two days are the same. Homemakers, our name for care assistants, care for individual people in the way a family member might care for someone in their home. We don’t do timetabled task-based care – we care for each individual in the way that works best for them. Whether that’s administering medication, helping make someone’s bed, arranging a family meal with their loved ones or taking them to the beauty salon, you’ll always be doing something different. Our Homemakers focus on the tiny details that make our residents unique, and tailor care to each and every individual., • A chance to make a real difference to our residents’ lives. Often healthcare assistants, care assistants and domiciliary care assistants find they don’t get to spend enough time with the people they care for to make a real difference. Not at Hamberley. As a Homemaker you have fewer people to care for, but you spend more time with them. It’s a more satisfying and fulfilling role that is better for our residents. That’s why the model has won awards., • Excellent opportunities for learning and development. We will support you with all the training you need, including NVQ qualifications and further clinical training if you want to specialise in areas like dementia and nutrition. We provide full training and induction, so we’re more interested in you as a person than your specific care experience. You may have experience as a healthcare assistant, care assistant, carer, home care assistant or domiciliary care assistant and are looking for a different approach, a nicer work environment and a more satisfying role. If you have no work experience in care but are interested in helping people live happy lives, we’ll guide you to a fantastic care assistant career at Hamberley. What is important is that you have passion, empathy and dedication to help our residents live their lives to the fullest. We will support you with everything else! If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you’re interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About Elstow Manor, Elstow Manor, is a luxurious care home in Bedford, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of something special. Be part of Hamberley.

Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 600 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. The Role: This role will be part of our BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire. This Deputy Head of Electronics position will assist in leading the electronics design and prototyping department, guiding overall design and a supporting management of a team of electronic engineers. This role is suited to a person with extensive experience in detailed electronic design, strong leadership capability, and extensive knowledge of safety- and mission-critical development environments, including DO-254 compliance and controlled design documentation processes. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Management: • Guide, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of electronic engineers (8-10 staff) across multiple programmes., • Define team objectives and performance goals aligned with business needs., • Own and drive the electronic hardware designs for specific projects, implementing full design lifecycle from requirements capture through to production release., • Lead detailed design activities for digital, mixed-signal, Application Processor and FPGA-based, and high-reliability systems., • Act as one of the organisational Subject Matter Expert for DO-254 processes, standards, and industry best practice., • Maintain design assurance processes and verification traceability across safety-critical electronics developments., • Work cross-functionally with Systems Engineering, Software, Mechanical, Test, and Programme Management teams to ensure aligned delivery., • Support bid development, cost estimation, design planning, and reporting to internal and customer stakeholders. Essential: • Strong project and programme management experience., • 10-12 years experience in electronics hardware design across digital and mixed signal systems, • Experience applying and designing to DO-254, • At least 3 years of extensive wiring and PCB rework experience., • Significant expertise in detailed electronics hardware design., • Detailed understanding of the electronics manufacturing processes, • Excellent attention to detail., • Process driven, ability to read legislation and implement processes to ensure adherence., • Experience managing 5+ complex projects/programmes at a time with many stakeholders., • Excellent time management/prioritisation skills, • Highly organised and able to work multi projects in fast paced environment, • Adaptable personality with professional approach, • Leading a team, • Good verbal and written communication skills, • Excellent organisation skills, • Conscientious, with a proactive work ethic Desirable: • Experience working on many projects at once and managing your time effectively., • Experience of interfacing with subcontractors, • Experience writing VHDL or Verilog, • Experience writing embedded C and Python Subject to UK MoD security clearance vetting to a minimum SC level As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Job Description Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’. We're seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help us achieve our goals. As our kitchen assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our care homes kitchen. Joining us at Richmond Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. We welcome applications from candidates seeking full-time (40 hours per week) or part-time working arrangements.. We offer our colleagues • A competitive salary and benefits package, • 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays, • Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care., • Workplace pension for your future security, • A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do, • Excellent training and career development opportunities, • Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services, • Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings, • Free on-site parking, • Supporting the Chefs in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents, • Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements, • To ensure all food prepared meets Food Hygiene Standards and ensure that safe methods of work are always used, • Manage all stocks and stores ensuring all food is correctly marked and stock rotation systems are in place About You: • Proven experience working in a similar catering role, ideally in a care or similar environment., • Committed to customer care and first-class service provision, • Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations, • Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents, • Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you’re interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About Richmond Manor Richmond Manor is a luxurious care home in Ampthill, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!

Job Description Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’ and we're seeking a Maintenance Assistant to help us achieve our goals. Joining us at Richmond Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. Reporting to the Maintenance Officer, the maintenance team makes sure that we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. We offer our colleagues • A competitive salary and benefits package, • 4 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays (this will be on a pro-rota basis), • Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care., • Workplace pension for your future security, • A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do, • Excellent training and career development opportunities, • Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services, • Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings, • Free on-site parking, • Ensure the home and grounds are kept in a good state of repair and residents have access to all appropriate areas, • Compliance with Health and Safety legislation throughout the home, including reporting of H&S incidents, • Carry out day to day repairs and some refurbishment activity to maintain standards in the care home, • Actively engage with staff, relatives and families as part of the care home team and regularly engage with residents, • Ensuring that regular safety checks and servicing is carried out on all equipment and accurate records are kept. About You: • Proven experience in maintenance and repair work, • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, • Ability to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively, • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, • Able to demonstrate Health and Safety awareness through discussion, • To share our values and demonstrate them at all times Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you’re interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About RIchmond Manor Richmond Manor is a luxurious care home in Ampthill, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of something special. Be part of Hamberley.

Job Description Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’ and we're seeking a Housekeeper to help us achieve our goals. Joining us at Elstow Manor our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. Our Housekeeping team ensure the supply of both clean laundry and housekeeping service throughout the home and contribute to the provision of cleaning, laundry and domestic services to the home. We offer our colleagues • A competitive salary and benefits package, • 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays, • Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care., • Workplace pension for your future security, • A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do, • Excellent training and career development opportunities, • Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services, • Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings, • Free on-site parking, • To ensure the supply of both clean laundry and housekeeping service throughout the home and contribute to the provision of cleaning, laundry and domestic services to the home., • Ensuring all areas of the care home are clean, hygienic, and well-maintained, including bedrooms, communal spaces, and bathrooms., • Handling laundry and linen care with attention to residents' personal belongings., • Interacting with residents, offering assistance when needed to help them feel at ease., • Maintaining housekeeping supplies, reporting any shortages to the manager. About You: • Previous domestic experience in a similar care home setting, • Flexible and reliable attitude, • Committed to customer care and first-class service provision, • Basic knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations, • Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you’re interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About Elstow Manor Elstow Manor is a luxurious care home in Bedford, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of something special. Be part of Hamberley.

Job Description If you’re a nurse who’s looking for something more: more time, more opportunities and more reward, choose a career with Hamberley Care Homes. Being a Registered Nurse at Hamberley is different. Our nurses have the time to spend quality time with residents and their families. They develop close relationships, really understanding the needs of the people they care for, and have time to provide holistic care. Our innovative, award-winning model of care includes a multi-disciplinary team, dedicated to caring for each and every individual in the way that they like. As a nurse at Hamberley, you’ll have a unique opportunity to be part of this team of dedicated professionals, as well as working in a well-appointed, high quality environment. At Hamberley we believe our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’, and we focus on the tiny details that make our homes for older people a luxurious and comfortable, home-like environment. Working Pattern: 36 Hours a week, day shifts We offer our colleagues • A competitive salary and benefits package, • 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays, • Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC/CI quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care., • Workplace pension for your future security, • A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do, • Excellent training and career development opportunities, • Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services, • Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings, • Free on-site parking, • Rewarding connections - Refer a Friend bonus — earn up to £750 per successful referral because great people know great people., • Generous, above NHS-equivalent rates of pay., • A unique opportunity to lead. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating the care of our residents, including liaising directly with GPs and other providers., • Supportive team environment. Our close-knit, multi-disciplinary team relies on each other’s expertise to ensure the best, safest, decisions are made. And our management team actively foster an environment where all members of the team are listened to and supported., • A chance to make a bigger difference to people. Our high staff-to-resident ratio and the long-term nature of the care, means you’ll get to spend time building a relationship with the people you care for. You’ll have the opportunity to take a more holistic approach to their physical and mental health, ensuring better care and more satisfying, fulfilling work., • A chance to make a bigger difference to care. Our generous resources and culture of listening, mean that if you see a way to make care better, we can make it happen. We’re looking for nurses with: • NMC registration - Either RGN or RMN, • Demonstrable experience post registration working in a similar setting., • Preferably would have worked within a care home or elderly setting, • A commitment to delivering high quality care, • Good communication and organisational skills Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you’re interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About Elstow Manor Elstow Manor is a luxurious care home in Bedford, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of something special. Be part of Hamberley.

Geography Teacher - BedfordLong-Term Cover ASAP Start, Until End of July We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Geography Teacher to join a secondary school in Bedford on a long-term cover basis, starting as soon as possible and continuing until the end of July. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Geography specialist to make an immediate impact within a supportive and well-established department. The Role: * Teaching Geography across Key Stages 3 and 4 * Planning and delivering engaging and differentiated lessons * Assessing, monitoring, and supporting student progress * Contributing positively to the wider school community The Ideal Candidate Will: * Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification * Have proven UK teaching experience, ideally within secondary schools * Have experience teaching Geography at KS3 and KS4 * Be confident managing behaviour and creating a positive learning environment * Be reliable, adaptable, and committed to raising standards Essential Requirements: * Must have the Right to Work in the UK * Must have UK teaching experience If you are an experienced Geography teacher available for an immediate start and looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity in Bedford, we would love to hear from you.

Behaviour Mentor - Bedford As a Behaviour Mentor in Bedford, you will work closely with pupils who need targeted behaviour support. You'll play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement within the education & training environment. The Ideal candidate: • Have experience supporting children or young people with behavioural needs, • Be calm, patient, resilient, and empathetic, • Demonstrate strong communication and relationship-building skills, • Be passionate about working within the education & training sector Education & Training Sector Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 per annum Contract: Full-Time Key Responsibilities: • Providing 1:1 and small group behaviour support., • Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, • Implementing behaviour strategies and intervention plans within education and training, • Working closely with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals, • Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and engagement with learning, • Salary of £27,000 - £28,000, depending on experience, • Ongoing training and professional development in education and training, • A welcoming and collaborative staff team, • A fulfilling Behaviour Mentor role where no two days are the same If you're looking for a meaningful Behaviour Mentor role in Bedford, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Project Manager – Residential New Build Bedford Who are we MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong national presence, operating from offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. The business focuses on the development of new-build and conversion residential and industrial projects, alongside the active management of a diverse commercial portfolio. With approximately 5,000 residential plots in its development pipeline and commercial and industrial assets exceeding £2 billion in value, MCR is entering an exciting phase of sustained growth and continues to expand its construction capability across the UK. Who are we looking for MCR Property Group is currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join its London-based construction team, with day-to-day responsibility for a live site in Bedford. This is a key leadership role within a fast-paced and rapidly growing business, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of complex construction projects from pre-construction through to completion. For the right individual, this position provides genuine long-term career progression and the chance to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality developments at scale. More about the role As our Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful planning, coordination and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will lead all aspects of project planning, developing robust programmes, budgets and resource strategies, while managing and motivating site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver consistently strong results. Full responsibility for managing subcontract packages throughout the build process will sit with you, alongside oversight of procurement, contract administration and cost control. You will take a hands-on approach to health and safety, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements and internal standards at all times. The role will also involve managing the design process from RIBA Stage 3 through to Stage 6, working closely with consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure design intent, buildability and programme alignment are maintained. Maintaining exceptional quality standards will be central to your role, with a clear focus on regulatory compliance, defect prevention and continuous improvement across all construction activities. Cost and risk management form a critical part of the position, requiring proactive monitoring of budgets, identification of efficiencies and implementation of mitigation strategies to protect project outcomes. You will be expected to communicate confidently and regularly with internal stakeholders, consultants and senior management, providing accurate progress reporting and addressing issues decisively as they arise. You will report directly to the Construction Director and contribute to wider project and business objectives through strong leadership and commercial awareness. More about you The successful candidate will ideally hold a degree in construction management, engineering or a related discipline and will have proven experience operating as a Construction Project Manager on complex residential schemes, with high-rise experience strongly preferred. You will bring strong technical knowledge, confidence in the use of construction management software, and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach to problem solving. Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead teams effectively in a live site environment are essential. Please note that this role is fully office-based and site-based, depending on project requirements, and does not offer hybrid or remote working options. If you are a driven and capable construction professional looking to take the next step with a business that is actively investing in its people and its pipeline, this is an outstanding opportunity to join MCR Property Group at a pivotal time in its growth

Are you an experienced affordable housing development professional looking for your next challenge? bpha is seeking a dynamic and skilled Head of Development Delivery to lead our delivery and aftercare teams. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure the successful delivery of our ambitious new homes programme on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality and customer care. You'll work closely with colleagues in our New Business team to ensure seamless project transitions and compliance with internal processes. This is a varied and challenging role, demanding a blend of leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to service excellence. Based from our offices in Bedford, you'll combine office and home working flexibility in line with our hybrid approach. There will be travel required with this role to visit sites under construction. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage the delivery and aftercare teams for new build development programmes within the affordable housing sector. * Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. * Oversee compliance with key legislation, funding, and regulatory requirements (including Homes England). * Provide accurate and timely management information and reports on programme delivery and performance. * Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project handovers and adherence to internal processes. * Analyse financial appraisals and produce complex management reports. * Oversee site visits and ensure health & safety (including CDM) compliance. * Support and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. About You Essential: * Extensive experience managing the delivery of new build development programmes within the affordable housing sector. * Proven experience in leading and managing teams. * Strong knowledge of Homes England funding and compliance requirements. * Ability to provide accurate management information and performance reports. * Proficient in financial appraisal software and databases (experience with ProVal and SDS Sequel advantageous). * Sound working knowledge of construction, planning, and legal matters relating to site acquisition and delivery. * Working knowledge of health & safety and CDM compliance. Desirable: * Experience working within a housing association or similar environment. * Relevant professional qualification or membership (e.g., CIH, RICS). * Experience with stakeholder engagement and partnership working. Our Values At bpha, we: • Take responsibility and do what we say we will., • Show empathy, respect, and listen to colleagues and customers., • Work better together, valuing diversity and collaboration. You'll be part of a supportive, ambitious team committed to making a difference for our residents and communities. We offer opportunities for professional growth and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects. Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and bpha reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date upon identification of a suitable candidate. Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.

Part-Time Design Technology Teacher (KS3) Northampton | Immediate Start | Temporary, Ongoing | Competitive Pay Reed Education are supporting a forward-thinking secondary school in Northampton seeking a part-time DT teacher to start immediately. This is an ongoing temporary role teaching KS3 only, offering flexibility and a supportive working environment. What Makes This Role Stand Out • KS3 only – no exam class pressure, • Well-resourced DT department with strong support, • Flexibility across Textiles, Product Design, or Food Technology, • QTS or relevant teaching qualification, • Confident delivering practical KS3 lessons, • Strong behaviour management and creativity, • Competitive weekly pay, • Dedicated consultant support If you’re available immediately and want a role where your creativity is valued, submit your application and we’ll arrange an interview.

SEN Teaching Assistants in Bedford Tick Education are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants in Bedford to join our supportive team. You will work closely with teachers and the SENCo to support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. This is a rewarding role for someone who is patient, adaptable, and passionate about making a positive difference in children’s lives. Key Responsibilities for SEN Teaching Assistants in Bedford • Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN (including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties), • Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development, • Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and support strategies, • Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment, • Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals, • Experience working with children or young people with SEN (desirable but not essential), • A caring, patient, and resilient approach, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • The ability to adapt support to meet individual needs Tick Education supply compliant and committed teaching staff across Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire, and Hertfordshire. Tick Education have a combined 60 years’ experience in the education recruitment sector and draw from a wealth of industry knowledge. SEN Teaching Assistants in Bedford can expect a personalised service, a dedicated consultant, and a variety of roles. We develop excellent relationships with our candidates and clients alike. Our experience has given us a real understanding of our clients’ needs and what our candidates value most. Safeguarding Tick Education have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Each applicant will be subject to stringent vetting and safeguarding checks. All our positions involve regulated activity with children. When appointing individuals to engage in regulated activity with children, the correct pre-appointment checks are carried out to help identify whether a person may be unsuitable to work with children. So how do I apply? To find out more get in touch today and send in your CV. We will give you a call and set up a registration with you, where we will discuss your requirements, compliance and pay rates. Click the “Apply” button, alternatively contact details can be found on our website.

Up to £62,500 dependent on skills and experience Bedford, Permanent, Full time We currently have an exciting opportunity for a candidate to join bpha's In House Maintenance Service, who make a difference to our customer's lives everyday by delivering a high-quality Decent Homes improvement service, designed around them. We operate across Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and surrounding areas, and we utilise the latest technology to ensure that we not only deliver a great experience for our customers, but for our colleagues as well. Would you like to be a part of our new in-house repairs & maintenance service where you are valued as a key member of our workforce and can truly make a difference to our customer's lives? We are currently looking for a Planned Works Manager to be responsible for ensuring that all works delivered by the planned works team offer value for money, an excellent customer experience, and operate within the constraints of the budget. What you will be doing: • Responsible for ensuring that IHMS planned works team operate within a strong culture of health, safety, environment, and quality, • Responsible for developing a highly motivated, empowered, and engaged planned works team, • Develop, implementing, encouraging, and maintaining a planned works team who have a customer centric, right first-time culture, • Ensuring that that all required surveys are planned and undertaken, customer choices recorded, and delivery planned to meet the need of the bpha programme and the expectations of our customers. Using data to identify opportunities for efficiencies, and effective programme management., • Responsible for maintaining supplier relationships in conjunction with the Service Delivery Manager, Commercial Manager and H&S Lead., • Minimum 3 years in management position within planned property maintenance or similar service, • Experience of using data effectively to deliver large construction programmes or projects., • Ability to take ownership of issues/problems and personally see them through to delivery, • Good general all round construction knowledge is desirable, • Good and relevant health and safety knowledge and qualifications, • An experienced line manager, with the ability to inspire, lead and create large teams, • Experience of working within tight time restraints, overcoming logistical challenges, and planning, • Educated to HNC, HND, CIOB, an equivalent degree or substantial experience in a similar role, • CSCS/SMSTS or equivalent(s), • 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays, • A generous contributory pension scheme, • Private health care, • Free life assurance, • Access to an extensive suite of well-being services and tools including a digital gym, • Opportunities for learning and development, • Discounted gym membership, • Retail discount scheme We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

Early Years Practitioner - BedfordLocation: BedfordQualification Required: CACHE/NVQ Level 2 in Early Childhood Studies (or equivalent)Contract Type: Full-timeStart Date: ASAPDo you believe that children learn best when they feel safe, happy, and inspired? Are you someone who can turn a puddle into a learning opportunity, a sandpit into a story, and a simple walk into a world of discovery?We're on the lookout for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join a warm and welcoming nursery team within a well-respected primary school in Bedford. The nursery is part of a thriving school community that values curiosity, kindness, and the joy of learning - and where every child is seen, heard, and supported to flourish.Whether you're newly qualified or bringing years of experience, if you're ready to make a difference in a nurturing and inclusive setting, we'd love to hear from you.About the RoleYou'll play an important part in shaping a positive early learning experience for children aged 3-4, helping them develop essential social, emotional, and communication skills through play, exploration, and structured learning. As part of the wider school community, you'll work closely with families and staff to ensure children feel secure, confident, and eager to learn.Your responsibilities will include supporting daily routines, contributing to planning and observations, promoting children's independence, and maintaining a safe and caring environment. Strong communication, creativity, and a good sense of humour are all a must.What We're Looking For:* A recognised qualification - CACHE/NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Childhood Studies (or equivalent)* A warm, positive approach and genuine love for working with young children* A team player who values strong relationships with families and colleagues* Someone who's not afraid to get messy, sing out of tune, or be part of a superhero game* A calm and consistent presence, with the confidence to support a range of learning styles and behavioursWhy This School?* A nurturing, inclusive environment where every child is valued* A strong commitment to working in partnership with families* A team that celebrates curiosity, creativity, and personal growth* Opportunities for professional development and ongoing trainingIf this sounds like the perfect setting for you, we'd love to hear from you. Give Aspire People a call on or apply today.Aspire People Limited is an Education Agency and Employment Business. We are fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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

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

Senior Quantity Surveyor South of England | Office & Site Based Permanent Who are we MCR Property Group is a national real estate investment and development company with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh. The business focuses on residential and industrial new build alongside the strategic asset management of existing assets, with a current pipeline of approximately 7,000 residential plots and a commercial and industrial portfolio valued in excess of £2 billion. The role With significant expansion planned over the coming years, MCR is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its London-based development team and play a key role in delivering projects across the South of England. Our flagship new build project, based in Bedford, will be the main focal point. As our She Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide commercial leadership and take responsibility for the financial performance of assigned developments, ensuring projects are procured effectively and delivered on time and within budget. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, Commercial Director and the Board, the role offers a high level of visibility and involvement in strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and presenting monthly commercial reports, cost forecasts and valuations, managing contract and subcontract packages, administering variations and supporting projects through to final account. They will work closely with Project Managers and fellow Quantity Surveyors across the business, contributing to procurement strategy, value engineering initiatives and ongoing cost control throughout the project lifecycle. About you Applicants should have a minimum of five years’ experience working as a Quantity Surveyor across a range of project types and values, with a background gained at either a developer, main contractor or subcontractor. A strong understanding of subcontract procurement and construction commercial management is essential, along with experience in both pre- and post-contract administration, including cost planning, estimating, preparation of bills of quantities, tendering and procurement, valuations, final accounts and commercial reporting. Candidates should also demonstrate a broad understanding of construction processes, materials and building systems, be confident using Excel and other standard office software, and hold a full UK driving licence. MCR is looking for an individual who approaches challenges proactively, is comfortable acting as a sounding board for project teams and can provide clear, commercially sound solutions when issues arise. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential, along with the confidence to engage professionally with stakeholders at all levels of the business and supply chain. The role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accountability and is motivated by the opportunity to play a visible role within a growing national developer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly active and ambitious organisation, work on high-profile residential and industrial developments, and build a long-term career within a business that offers genuine responsibility, progression and exposure to senior leadership from day one.