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Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About 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, you’ll 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 Busy Bees St Albans Glenalmond, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 116 children and features a center with extensive history, including original paneling in the main foyer and beautiful high ceilings, along with stunning stained glass windows throughout the setting. Our nursery consists of seven base rooms spread across three floors, thoughtfully divided into different age ranges and stages to cater to the diverse needs of our children. Conveniently located within easy distance of the M25 and M1, we also offer complimentary lunches and free parking for staff. Additional features include a soft play area and a sensory room, as well as an exclusive preschool program, enhancing our nurturing environment for early childhood development. 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 – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room., • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children., • Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration., • Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents., • Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children., • Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

An interim assignment for an experienced QHSE Manager based on-site near Luton, offering an initial 6 months duration working with a well-known group of companies specialised in manufacturing and distribution of specialist electronic / electrical components. A leading name in the production and distribution of specialist electrical and electronic components are looking to recruit an interim QHSE Manager to cover long-term absence at their site in Luton, with the initial contract duration confirmed for 6 months. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape and drive the organisation's commitment to quality, safety, sustainability, and compliance across not only their head office, but also two other smaller sites across the UK. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will be instrumental in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and ethical business practices. With ambitious growth plans on the horizon, this is your chance to make a significant impact within a supportive environment that values collaboration, professional development, and flexible working opportunities. If you are passionate about making workplaces safer, more sustainable, and compliant with industry-leading standards, this is an exceptional opportunity. What you'll do: As the QHSE Manager based in Luton, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of operational excellence across multiple sites. Your day-to-day activities will involve maintaining internationally recognised certifications while driving forward initiatives that improve workplace safety culture. You will work collaboratively with various departments to ensure legal compliance is always achieved while supporting continuous improvement projects that enhance overall business performance. By developing comprehensive sustainability strategies and leading health & safety initiatives from risk assessment through emergency planning, you will help create an environment where every team member feels supported. Your expertise will also be crucial in managing facility infrastructure needs, ensuring all assets are compliant and delivering effective training programmes that embed best practices throughout the organisation. Success in this role means not only meeting regulatory requirements but also inspiring others to embrace positive change for long-term organisational growth. • Maintain and develop current ISO certifications (ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001) using management systems to drive continual improvement throughout all business operations., • Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, regulations, and directives by collaborating closely with business managers to deploy robust quality management systems., • Conduct internal audits in partnership with external consultants, coordinate external audits, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance QHSE performance across multiple locations., • Develop and manage group-wide environmental and sustainability strategies by setting annual improvement targets at both group and site levels while ensuring quarterly reporting requirements are met., • Lead the implementation of health & safety policies by conducting regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure appropriate measures are in place to mitigate risks., • Oversee emergency procedures including PPE requirements, COSHH compliance, first aid policy development, equipment maintenance, and monthly reporting on health & safety matters., • Provide strategic oversight for accreditations such as RISQs, Safe Supplier, Ecovadis by managing annual memberships and collaborating with teams to deliver value through these recognitions., • Work with department leads to ensure social governance goals are met throughout the supply chain while upholding high standards of quality assurance documentation for customers., • Collaborate with HR to develop employee compliance training programmes that foster understanding of QHSE policies across all levels of the organisation. To excel as the QHSE Manager you'll bring substantial experience from similar roles where your focus has been on operational excellence within regulated environments. • Hold IOSH or NEBOSH qualification in Health & Safety management which demonstrates your commitment to best practice standards within operational environments., • Bring proven experience working at management level within operations or compliance functions where you have successfully delivered projects from inception through completion., • Demonstrate high levels of organisation with an ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while ensuring deadlines are consistently met under pressure., • Showcase experience developing management systems (such as ISO 9001/14001/45001) including audit delivery that drives continual improvement across diverse teams., • Possess excellent communication skills enabling you to keep stakeholders informed of progress whilst building collaborative relationships throughout the business., • Exhibit strong attention to detail when analysing data or preparing reports so that decision-making processes are always well-informed., • Display analytical thinking skills that allow you to identify root causes of issues quickly before implementing effective solutions which prevent recurrence., • Be IT literate with proficiency in MS Office programmes as well as data usage/reporting tools necessary for monitoring compliance metrics effectively. If you are interested in exploring this interim opportunity further, or would like to discuss the longer-term permanent opportunity, please apply today. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Finance Manager Finance Manager What We Can Offer You • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days, • Access to a competitive company pension scheme, • Discounts on a wide range of everyday purchases and major retailers, • Comprehensive wellbeing support covering physical, mental and financial health, • 24/7 virtual GP access for you and household family members, • One paid volunteering day each year to support community initiatives, • Continuous training and development to support your long-term career progressionAbout the RoleThe Finance Manager will partner with operational and regional management teams to deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts across a portfolio of contracts. You will provide financial insight, challenge, and support to drive performance, ensure compliance, and contribute to strategic decision‑making. This position blends technical accounting expertise with people leadership and strong stakeholder communication.Key Responsibilities, • Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts across a portfolio of contracts (approx. £58m revenue), • Analyse and report financial results and operational KPIs, identifying and explaining variances, • Utilise financial systems such as Workday, Tranman, PowerBI, and Adaptive Planning, • Lead, manage and motivate a team of 0–5 finance professionals, fostering accuracy and continuous improvement., • Provide financial guidance to Regional and Business Unit Managers, challenging performance and supporting decision-making, • Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts in collaboration with operational leads, • Integrate sustainability and ESG considerations into financial planning and reporting, • Contribute to tender processes for new business and contract renewals, • Oversee stock auditing and internal controls to safeguard company assets, • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, suppliers and customers, • Conduct performance reviews, coaching team members to enhance both technical capability and business partnering skills, • Ensure all finance processes comply with company policies and regulatory standardsWhat We’re Looking ForEssential, • Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA), • 5+ years post‑qualification experience, • Experience managing and developing people, • Background working across multiple sites or contracts, • Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills, • Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities, • High proficiency in financial systems and data‑driven decision‑making, • Solid experience in reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysisDesirable, • Experience working within multi‑site or contract‑driven environments, • Knowledge of sustainability finance and ESG integration, • Project management experience or relevant qualificationWhat’s Next?Apply now and take the next step in a career where you can make a measurable impact.This organisation is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Adjustments will be made throughout the application process where reasonable. Candidates who meet the minimum criteria and identify as having a disability or long‑term condition may be offered an interview under the 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. 4763267

We are TDS. We were established in 2003 to operate tenancy deposit schemes across the UK and to provide dispute resolution services in relation to tenancy deposits. We now operate tenancy deposit schemes in England and Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland from our head office in Hemel Hempstead and our other offices in Glasgow and Belfast. In 2022 we also launched the New Homes Ombudsman Service. We are collaborative and forward-thinking with our colleagues and customers at the heart of everything we do. With our proven success, it is necessary to expand our team to ensure the services we offer continue to make a difference. We have a new opportunity within our Resolution team to join them as a Resolution Manager. This is a permanent, full-time position that will be based in our TDS office in Hemel Hempstead and will follow our hybrid working policy of a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. The salary for this position is £43,260. Some of the key responsibilities include: • Lead and develop a team of Resolution Executives based in the Hemel Hempstead office, providing guidance and support to drive high performance in case handling, service delivery and professional development., • Oversee end-to-end dispute resolution case management, ensuring cases are handled in a timely, efficient and impartial manner and in line with scheme rules., • Lead the approach to achieve high-quality reviews and effective early resolution of cases., • Monitor caseloads and allocate resources effectively to meet service requirements., • Ensure the resolution function operates in accordance with the appropriate jurisdictional scheme rules., • Take the lead on complex cases., • Act as a subject matter expert on best practice and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify systemic issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives. To be considered for this opportunity you must: • Have a minimum of two years’ experience managing investigative or adjudication teams within a regulatory or legal environment., • Be skilled in mediating disputes and negotiating settlements between parties., • Demonstrate strong leadership and management skills, with a proven track record of driving performance and engagement while fostering a positive and productive work environment., • Demonstrate excellent analytical and decision-making capability, with the ability to interpret complex evidence and apply sound judgement., • Take a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing effective solutions to resolve conflicts., • Possess exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and build credibility at all levels. TDS offers a plethora of benefits inclusive of: • 33 days holiday inc bank holidays, • BUPA Private healthcare, • BUPA Wellbeing cash plan, • Pension Scheme, • Additional day off for your birthday, • Plus many more! If you have any questions or would like to find out more information, please feel free to contact me directly. TDS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in our workforce and to be truly representative of all sections of society.

Site Manager We’re seeking an experienced operations leader to oversee two specialist manufacturing sites and play a key part in launching a brand‑new facility. This role offers a unique blend of day‑to‑day site management and high‑impact project delivery, guiding talented technical teams through growth, transformation, and continuous improvement. As Site Manager, you’ll be accountable for fostering a culture where safety, quality, compliance, and operational performance remain consistently high. You’ll lead all production activities, ensure both sites meet regulatory standards, and maintain smooth, reliable operations. A major part of this role will involve driving the establishment of a new facility—coordinating contractors, managing timelines, shaping documentation, and supervising qualification and validation phases to ensure a controlled, compliant, and efficient start‑up. You’ll lead and develop a growing team, providing clear direction, building capability, and creating an environment where people can perform at their best. Success in this role will require strong communication, confident decision‑making, and the ability to manage technical challenges with structure, clarity, and resilience. You’ll also support broader business planning, partner with customer‑facing teams, and contribute to the ongoing development of processes, systems, and operational excellence. Key Experience & Skills Required • Experience in regulated manufacturing, aseptic production, or technical operations environments, • Strong working knowledge of GMP and applying quality standards in practice, • Proven leadership of technical teams, including coaching, performance management, and capability development, • Practical experience with equipment and process qualification/validation (e.g., URS, FDS, DQ, FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ), • A proactive mindset with strong problem‑solving and continuous improvement capability Keywords: Pharmaceutical, operations, manufacturing, site, manager, leader, engineering, validation, GMP, aseptic, sterile, cleanroom

Clinical Deputy Manager Allington Court Care Home, Lye Lane ,Bricket Wood,AL2 3TN. Salary Up to £53,643 per annum- Depending on experience. Permanent - 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday Occasional night visits or weekend work may be required. Welcome Bonus- £2000* We make health happen Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives. You’ll help us make health happen by: • You’ll oversee and assist all aspects of nursing care/activities within the home, • With the help of your team you’ll create and update individual care plans for our residents, maintaining clear, accurate and up-to-date medication records, • It’s imperative that the correct staffing levels are maintained through efficient management of rotas, you’ll ensure adequate staffing is always maintained within the home, • Drawing on your clinical experience, you’ll provide day to day support and guidance to the team - promoting our residents' independence, choice and dignity, • You’ll build lasting relationships with the residents and the people they care about, as well as caring about the home itself - fostering a sense of community, • Creating and developing strong relationships with local partners, you will liaise with these partners, playing an important role in raising the care home’s profile in the local area and beyond Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role: • A Registered Nurse with a valid NMC pin and a genuine commitment to adhering to the NMC Codes of Conduct and expanding your professional development, • With a real understanding of the benefits that the right nursing care can bring to resident’s lives, you’ll champion independence, choice and dignity by delivering the highest quality care to our residents, • You’ll possess up-to-date knowledge of tissue viability, infection control and care planning, • An effective communicator who’s able to build strong and honest relationships with residents and their families, • You’re a natural leader, someone who’s ready to share their clinical experience – leading and mentoring a team, able to delegate effectively and promote excellent customer service and relationships, • Someone with excellent time management who can effectively prioritise their workload, • A respectful and compassionate team player with the belief in giving your personal best Benefits Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits. Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more: • My Healthcare - Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support, • Annual allowance which you can redeem against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350, • Wagestream - Have early access to up to 40% of your earned wages within minutes, • 33 days holiday, • We offer a sick pay scheme to our frontline teams, as an addition to statutory sick pay, to help provide some reassurance and financial support during longer absences., • Long service - For every milestone at Bupa we will reward you with ecards, extra holidays and money!, • Free meal on every shift, • Interest-free annual travel loan to enable the purchase of public transport annual season tickets, • We offer a range of Bupa pension plans – find out more on our career site, • Parental leave - We have schemes for adoption, birth parents and co parents -find out more on our career site, • Menopause Plan - Specifically designed to empower women to seek advice, choose their treatment and take control of their health, • Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK Why Bupa? We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do. We encourage all of our people to “Be you at Bupa”, we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That’s why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We’ll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them. If you require information regarding this role in an alternative format, please email: *Your starter bonus will be paid to you in the next available pay run once you have completed four weeks’ service and will be subject to deductions for tax and NI.

The Property Manager champions our values by being Guest Hearted in service delivery, applying Limitless Thinking to improve processes, Owning Our Impact through compliance and efficiency, and Winning as One by fostering engagement and collaboration. Support the hotels green teams and energy initiat

Are you a passionate leader who thrives on empowering teams and delivering exceptional customer experiences? Do you excel in driving sales, fostering collaboration, and ensuring seamless store operations? If so, Mountain Warehouse is looking for you to step into the role of Store Manager!. Represent

A global leader in aerospace and defense is seeking a Campaign and Marketing Manager based in Luton. The role involves managing marketing campaigns, developing engagement strategies, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. Successful candidates will possess a strong background in campaign

We're recruiting an experienced Catering Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 37 hours per week. As a Catering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be: Mon: Full-time (Days) Tues: Full-time (Days) Weds: Full-time (Days) Thurs: Full-time (Days) Fri: Full-time (Days) Sat: Sun: Could you shine as Chartwells's next Catering Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious food to the highest standards Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Identifying opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams. Our ideal Catering Manager will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Have a minimum of two years of catering experience Have experience managing teams in a similar role Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/1702/97077001/52219557/BU #State Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKCT

Working closely with the Fostering Service Manager, you’ll contribute to service-wide development, sharing learning and delivering training informed by legislation and best practice. Hampshire’s Fostering Service, you’ll lead the. East Hampshire Fostering Support Team.

Team Manager – Independent Fostering Agency (100% Remote). An "Ofsted Outstanding" rated independent fostering agency is seeking an experienced and dedicated. Maintaining the agency’s ‘Outstanding’ status by ensuring all practice adheres to National Minimum Standards and Fostering Service Re

Join Our Team as a Fostering Practice Manager Wales Fostering ServiceWe're offering an exciting opportunity to become aFostering Practice Managerwithin our dedicatedWales Fostering Team. Reporting directly to theOperations Manager, you will lead a team of skilled and passionateSupervising Social Wo

A leading residential management organization in Enfield, London seeks a Private Fostering Residential Manager. The role involves operational management of fostering services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading staff teams. Candidates must have substantial experience in fostering serv

As the ideal Registered Manager, you will need to have a background within a fostering service and ideally in a management role. You will also need to be committed and have the drive to match this Independent Fostering Agency's ambitions. Benefits for you as the Registered Manager:.

Proven experience as a Registered Manager, Residential Manager, or Deputy Manager within a fostering‑focused setting. As Private Fostering Residential Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the management, leadership, and regulatory compliance of the private fostering residential servic

A reputable fostering agency based in Kent is looking for a Registered Manager to oversee social work functions, ensure compliance with regulations, and drive the agency's goals. The ideal candidate will have management experience in a fostering service and a strong commitment to the agency's ambiti

Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for an Assistant Team Manager to join a dedicated Fostering service within a progressive local authority in Kent—where your leadership can make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families. Reporting to the Team Manager, you will lead and sup

You will work closely with the Registered Manager while fostering a supportive and reflective culture within the team. A family-owned fostering agency in Greater London is looking for an experienced Team Manager for maternity cover.

A new fostering agency in the Greater London area seeks a passionate social work manager to lead the development of their operations.

Working in close partnership with the Registered Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining high-quality practice, ensuring regulatory compliance, and improving outcomes for children and young people in our care. Work collaboratively with the Registered Manager to deliver the agencys vision

Proven experience as a Registered Manager, Residential Manager, or Deputy Manager within a fostering‑focused setting. We are seeking an experienced Private Fostering Residential Manager to lead and develop a high‑quality private fostering residential service in Enfield, London. Substantial exper

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Team Manager to join our well established team at Fostering Solutions Midlands - Long Eaton office. With over 20 years experience, National Fostering Group is the largest independent children's fostering group in the UK with a community of over 2,500 foster care

You will have had previous experience of working and managing within a social care setting including within fostering services and as such a working knowledge of the Fostering Regulations, NMS and the legislative framework within which fostering services operate. An exciting opportunity has arisen f

Oversee a fostering team, providing supervision and ensuring best practices for child wellbeing.

Deputy Area Manager to manage local social work team, support foster carers, and ensure placements for children and young people.