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Lead Employee Relations Specialist Job Location: Janus House, Endeavour Dr, Basildon SS14 3WF This is a full-time, on‑site position (5 days per week) with flexibility as required What does a successful Lead Employee Relations Specialist do? A successful Lead Employee Relations Specialist at Fiserv shapes and delivers a proactive, insight-driven ER approach that protects the business while enabling people to thrive. They partner with leaders and HR colleagues to translate ER data into practical interventions, build manager capability, and reduce risk across the UK and wider EMEA. They are a trusted advisor who models Fiserv’s Partner in Possibility mindset and helps sustain a high-performance, inclusive culture. What you will do: • Lead and own end-to-end ER casework, including disciplinaries, grievances, investigations, performance and absence management, and flexible working requests., • Advise leaders and HRBPs with clear, commercially balanced, and legally compliant recommendations on complex and sensitive employment matters., • Partner with Legal, HR Centres of Excellence and Operations to ensure consistent ER practice, governance and compliance with UK employment law and ACAS guidance., • Analyse ER data and workforce trends, produce reporting on case volumes and hotspots, and translate insights into targeted risk-reduction actions., • Design, review and maintain ER policies, templates and SharePoint resources to ensure they are practical and user friendly., • Coach and mentor HR colleagues and line managers, and design/deliver manager training on investigations, performance, absence and conflict resolution., • Lead and support redundancy, restructuring and change programmes with a focus on fairness and effective risk mitigation across multiple EMEA locations., • Act as an escalation point for high-risk cases and provide pragmatic judgement to protect employees and the organisation. What you will need to have: • Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, ACAS codes, and best-practice ER frameworks., • Proven capability managing high-volume, complex ER casework with impartiality and professional judgement., • Demonstrable stakeholder management and influencing skills with senior leaders and cross-functional partners., • Data literate with the ability to turn ER metrics into actionable insights and clear reporting., • Excellent communication and coaching skills to build manager confidence and elevate ER capability. What would be great to have: • Experience supporting ER matters across other jurisdictions in EMEA (for example Italy, Spain or Dubai)., • Background in contact centre, production or retail environments where ER volumes and complexity are high., • Familiarity with HRIS and case management systems to streamline ER processes., • Experience partnering with Legal on litigation and complex employment tribunal matters., • CIPD Level 5 (if not already listed under Education) or equivalent professional accreditation. What we offer: • Enjoy 10–20 days each year to work from anywhere in the world, • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), • Living Proof Points – Recognition scheme with points redeemable at high‑street retailers., • Service Awards – Living Proof points awarded on milestone anniversaries., • Candidate & Client Referral – Financial reward for successful referrals., • Group Personal Pension Plan with L&G – Up to 7.5% employer contribution., • Life Insurance – 4× basic annual salary., • Group Income Protection –, • Local Festival Leisure Discounts – Discounts at Basildon venues including Hollywood Bowl and Festival Wakeboard & Aqua Park., • UNUM Help@Hand – Financial guidance, savings and discounts.

NEW: Management Accountant Opportunity, Essex–Fast Growing Organisation – Excellent Salary, Bonus, Benefits Your new company A well established and ambitious organisation is looking for a proactive and detail focused Management Accountant to join its growing Finance team. As the business continues to expand by winning market share, entering new markets, and through strategic acquisitions, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a forward thinking, high performing environment.Known for leading the market through innovative solutions and a commitment to exceptional service quality, the organisation offers a rewarding career path for someone who enjoys combining technical accounting with commercial insight and continuous improvement. Your new role • Prepare, analyse, and present accurate monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts, • Develop and maintain financial models and Excel based reporting tools to support decision making, • Support budgeting and forecasting cycles with reliable, data-driven outputs, • Maintain strong financial controls across fixed assets, inventory, journals, VAT returns, and reconciliations, • Deliver meaningful commentary and variance analysis for senior stakeholders, • Assist in month end, quarter end, and year end close processes to meet strict deadlines., • Manage intercompany transactions in both GBP and EUR, • Identify cost saving opportunities and support finance transformation initiatives What you'll get in return • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, • Clear career development pathways and investment in professional growth, • Leadership development programmes and further education support, • Annual bonus scheme & share options, • Pension, • Access to private online GP, • Subsidised national gym memberships, • Employee recognition schemes

Project Manager – Planned & Regeneration – Freelance Your new company A leading UK provider of property services, delivering high-quality maintenance, compliance, and retrofit solutions across the housing, education, and public sectors. With a strong focus on sustainability, social value, and customer satisfaction, working closely with local authorities and housing associations to maintain and improve homes and communities. Your new role Project Manager required to oversee the delivery of decarbonisation retrofit programmes and planned maintenance works. You will take responsibility for managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, while maintaining strong client relationships and achieving commercial targets. As Project Manager, you will lead project planning, coordination, and performance, ensuring clear communication, robust reporting, and a consistent focus on quality, customer experience, and programme delivery. Key Duties: • Lead the planning and delivery of decarbonisation and planned maintenance projects, including EWI, heat pumps, solar PV, and wider retrofit measures., • Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, ensuring works are delivered within agreed cost parameters., • Oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and internal delivery teams, ensuring effective coordination and resource allocation., • Monitor programme progress, quality, and compliance, providing regular updates to senior management and clients., • Conduct project‑level audits and ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards., • Engage with residents, stakeholders, and client representatives to maintain strong relationships and ensure a positive customer journey., • Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including programmes, risk registers, reports, and quality assurance records. What you'll need to succeed • Proven experience delivering construction, maintenance, or retrofit projects in a similar role.• Strong understanding of decarbonisation and energy‑efficiency measures (desirable)., • SMSTS or equivalent safety qualification., • First Aid at Work., • CSCS, • IOSH Managing Safely (preferable)., • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify and manage variations., • Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents., • Excellent knowledge of construction methods, technology, and materials., • Proficiency with IT applications including Microsoft Office, project management software, and (preferably) AutoCAD or Power Project. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, 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 for a confidential discussion about your career. 4777460

Job Description As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will lead commercial activities on 12 live projects, ensuring profitable delivery of Education and Commercial schemes. You will work with a senior team to oversee new builds and refurbishments, manage financial reporting and subcontractor payments, and maintain strong financial control. This role offers clear progression within a growing and establis...

Job Description: Registered Manager - EBD children's home Accountable to: Operations Director (Nominated Individual), Senior Leadership Team Hours of Employment: Full time - 40 hours per week, plus on call duties as required to meet the needs of the organisation. Salary: £42-47k per annum plus bonus scheme. Annual Leave: 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays. Organisation Overview: Our client is currently a small, EBD children provider, providing care to vulnerable children with varying needs. We feel that this is a unique opportunity for the right candidate, as they will be able to develop the existing service and have the autonomy to grow the service responsibly. They are a provider committed to offering high-quality care, support and education to children in a safe and nurturing environment. With a strong emphasis on person-centred care, our organisation aims to provide exceptional care and support while adhering to industry regulations and best practices. It is a contractual requirement for all employees across the organisation to comply with the missions and values as set out below: Our Mission: Our mission is to deliver a supportive and empowering service which enables us to deliver high quality support, care, and education. Our core values and principles promote accountability which enables us to stay focused on well-being, keeping people safe from harm and supporting them to achieve their full potential. Our Values: Supportive: We provide caring, compassionate, and dedicated, support, care, and education to ensure people are safe and can thrive. Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description. Accountable: We hold our support, care, and education services accountable to the highest standards of safeguarding, integrity, transparency, ethics, and regulatory standards. Focused: We stay focused on understanding each person's uniqueness through a person-centred approach. We see the whole person to provide tailored support, care, and education for every individual's needs on what makes the biggest difference in their lives. Empowering: We empower people by building trusting relationships that focus on their strengths, dignity, and potential. Through compassionate support, care, and education we encourage and strive to achieve positive outcomes that enable people to reach their full potential. Job Summary: The Registered Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the supported living service, providing leadership and guidance to the staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting the well-being of the service users. This role plays a crucial part in creating a safe and nurturing environment that supports the personal growth and development of the service users in our service. Key Responsibilities: 1. Management and Leadership: • Provide strong leadership and supervision to all staff members., • Foster a positive and collaborative team culture, promoting teamwork and professional development., • Ensure staff adherence to policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines. 2. Operations and Compliance: • Oversee the daily operations of the facility, including safety, maintenance, and resource allocation., • Ensure strict adherence to OFFSTED regulations and compliance with relevant legislation and quality standards., • Ensure the well-being, safety, and positive development of all service users., • Oversee case management processes, including assessments, support plans, and progress monitoring., • Address critical incidents and provide crisis intervention as needed. 4. Staff Development: • Identify training needs and provide or facilitate training and professional development opportunities for staff., • Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback., • Manage staffing levels, recruitment, and scheduling to ensure adequate coverage. 5. Quality Assurance: • To work closely with the quality director and their team to ensure systems and processes are embedded across the service., • Implement and monitor quality assurance systems to track and improve service delivery., • Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements to enhance service user's outcomes. 6. Financial Management: • Liaise with the accounts manager over the service budget, including expenditure tracking and financial reporting., • Ensure efficient resource allocation and cost-effective operations. 7. Community Engagement: • Build and maintain positive relationships with community organisations, government agencies, and other stakeholders. Qualification and Experience: • A level 5 diploma Leadership & management or the ability to work towards., • Full UK driving licence., • Substantial experience in a managerial role within a supported Children setting., • Strong understanding of offsted regulations and compliance requirements., • Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills., • Knowledge of local resources and support services for service users., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Job Description: Registered Manager - EBD children's home Accountable to: Operations Director (Nominated Individual), Senior Leadership Team Hours of Employment: Full time - 40 hours per week, plus on call duties as required to meet the needs of the organisation. Salary: £42-47k per annum plus bonus scheme. Annual Leave: 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays. Organisation Overview: Our client is currently a small, EBD children provider, providing care to vulnerable children with varying needs. We feel that this is a unique opportunity for the right candidate, as they will be able to develop the existing service and have the autonomy to grow the service responsibly. They are a provider committed to offering high-quality care, support and education to children in a safe and nurturing environment. With a strong emphasis on person-centred care, our organisation aims to provide exceptional care and support while adhering to industry regulations and best practices. It is a contractual requirement for all employees across the organisation to comply with the missions and values as set out below: Our Mission: Our mission is to deliver a supportive and empowering service which enables us to deliver high quality support, care, and education. Our core values and principles promote accountability which enables us to stay focused on well-being, keeping people safe from harm and supporting them to achieve their full potential. Our Values: Supportive: We provide caring, compassionate, and dedicated, support, care, and education to ensure people are safe and can thrive. Accountable: We hold our support, care, and education services accountable to the highest standards of safeguarding, integrity, transparency, ethics, and regulatory standards. Focused: We stay focused on understanding each person's uniqueness through a person-centred approach. We see the whole person to provide tailored support, care, and education for every individual's needs on what makes the biggest difference in their lives. xrnqpay Empowering: We empower people by building trusting relationships that focus on their strengths, dignity, and potential. Throu

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As a Chef at Busy Bees, youll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the wellbeing of children while gaining valuable experience in catering within the early years sector. Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, youll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our outstanding team at Busy Bees in Chelmsford Springfield, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 154 children. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive environment that values collaboration and growth among our staff. Our nursery is easily accessible, with a bus service linking the city center just a two-minute walk from the nearest stop, and a 15-minute walk from Chelmsford city center. Located on a main road, we offer ample free parking on-site for our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a nurturing and vibrant community. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off its our gift to you!, • 25% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary needs., • Oversee kitchen operations ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance., • Manage kitchen staff and collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections., • Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)., • Experience in catering or kitchen operations. xrnqpay

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Our client has an exciting opportunity for an Executive Headteacher to join a high-performing and ambitious Multi-Academy Trust. Location: Essex Travel: Required across the region Salary: Competitive executive package Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About The Company: Our client is a dynamic and well-established Multi-Academy Trust supporting a network of primary schools across several diverse regions. The Trust has built a strong reputation for transforming schools, including successfully improving a number of settings previously judged “Inadequate” or “Requires Improvement” to “Good” and “Outstanding”. Ofsted has praised the quality of its curriculum and its commitment to ensuring pupils not only meet academic standards but develop the skills required for future success. With a clear mission to provide every pupil with an outstanding education, the Trust combines high expectations with strong pastoral support, ensuring children thrive regardless of socioeconomic background. Following the recent design and implementation of a new educational framework, this is an exciting time to join the organisation as it focuses on effective delivery, consolidation and sustainable improvement. Executive Headteacher – The Role: Reporting to the Director of Schools, the Executive Headteacher will provide strategic leadership across a portfolio of schools within the Trust. This role is centred on delivery and implementation rather than framework design, offering the opportunity to focus on embedding high standards and driving measurable outcomes with reduced developmental risk. You will work closely with Headteachers and Executive Principals, ensuring alignment with Trust strategy, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, and strengthening school communities. The role includes oversight of approximately five direct reports. Executive Headteacher – Key Responsibilities: • Provide experienced leadership across multiple schools, driving continuous improvement and raising educational standards, • Ensure adherence to safeguarding, legal and regulatory frameworks, • Collaborate with executive colleagues to develop and review strategic plans aligned with risk assessment and quality assurance frameworks, • Lead the delivery of Trust priorities, particularly improving outcomes for disadvantaged pupil groups, • Oversee teaching and learning standards, ensuring robust monitoring systems are in place, • Encourage effective sharing of best practice and collaboration across schools, • Support the professional development of Headteachers and Principals through mentoring, coaching and structured guidance, • Oversee leadership appointments, staff performance management and appraisal processes, • Ensure effective communication with stakeholders, including governance bodies, local authorities and parents, • Prioritise complaint resolution and transparent reporting, • Oversee financial management, budget optimisation and resource allocation to ensure long-term school viability Executive Headteacher – You: • Proven strategic leadership experience within a Multi-Academy Trust or comparable education group, overseeing multiple schools, • Strong track record of success in primary education settings, • Experience implementing national and local educational frameworks and curricula, • Demonstrable ability to lead schools through periods of change and transformation, • Strong understanding of safeguarding, regulatory and compliance requirements, • Financially astute with experience overseeing budgets and resource management, • Confident in data analysis to inform decision-making and drive performance Executive Headteacher – Personality Profile: • Exceptional leader with proven communication skills, • Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach, • Data-driven and outcomes-focused, • Adaptable and resilient in the face of change, • Skilled mentor and coach, • Strong stakeholder manager with excellent interpersonal skills, • Passionate about delivering equitable educational excellence Executive Headteacher – The Opportunity: • Join a Trust with a proven record of school transformation and curriculum excellence, • Lead implementation of a newly designed educational framework, • Provide meaningful strategic influence across multiple schools, • Shape leadership capability and strengthen school communities, • Contribute to a culture of high aspirations and continuous improvement This is a rare opportunity for an experienced educational leader to make a tangible impact across a regional portfolio of schools within a values-driven and ambitious Trust. To submit your CV for this confidential Executive Headteacher opportunity, please apply in confidence