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Primary Supply Teacher s Needed - Start ASAP - Hemel Hempstead. A new term brings fresh opportunities and we're ready to connect exceptional Primary Supply Teacher s with schools that truly value them. At Academics, we work with a wide range of schools who are looking for adaptable, confident, and i

Shift Times: 3/6am Start Time with the route planned in at 8 - 12 hours long Pay Rate: £15.45 per hour (+ £1.15 between 10pm and 6am, + £1.15 per hour on weekends) Shift Pattern: Monday to Saturday with a rolling rest day Workload: On average between 20-30 drops per day Overtime: Overtime Premium are payable after 42 hours at time and a quarter Why Greencore: Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Hatfield: A major picking depot, employing more than 180 collea...

Sous Chef – Educational / Healthcare Catering Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract: Temporary, Full-time Pay Rate: £16–£19 per hour Start Date: Immediate The Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sous Chef to join a busy catering operation based within a private healthcare setting in Hemel Hempstead. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands on chef to support the day to day running of a high volume kitchen, delivering fresh, nutritious meals across multiple service points. You will be instrumental in leading the kitchen team, maintaining high standards, and ensuring smooth and efficient daily service. Please note: An enhanced DBS check is required due to the nature of the environment. Key Responsibilities • Prepare, cook, and present fresh, high quality meals, • Support the daily running of a fast paced kitchen operation, • Lead and motivate the kitchen team across multiple food concepts, • Ensure full compliance with Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations, • Complete accurate documentation and kitchen records, • Assist with stock control, ordering, and budgeting, • Maintain excellent standards of service, food presentation, and efficiency About You • Proven experience as a Sous Chef...

Year 5 Teacher Are you looking for a Fresh Start as a Year 5 Teacher? We are a trusted education partner working alongside Ofsted Rated Good Primary school in Hemel Hempstead, who is dedicated to helping teachers find the right fit for their skills, experience, and career goals. The Hemel Hempstead school is seeking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity this September to help deliver engaging lessons and creating a positive learning environment where every child can thrive. Pay Scale: Salary: M3 - M6 depending on experience Sector: Education and Training The Ideal Year 5 Teacher - Hemel Hempstead: • Hold QTS and have recent Primary teaching experience, • Have strong knowledge of the KS2 curriculum, • Be confident in managing classroom behaviour effectively, • Be passionate about raising attainment and supporting pupil progress, • Have excellent communication and teamwork skills What the Hemel Hempstead School Offers: • A supportive and friendly working environment, • Experienced and motivated Teaching Assistants, • Well-behaved and enthusiastic pupils, • Strong leadership and opportunities for professional development in the education and trainin...

Are you looking for a new position or are you looking to start out in HGV work. Our client is currently seeing a class 1 driver. Working Monday to Friday early starts normally 02:00/03:00 start times. Approx 3 to 4 drops going into Supermarkets, DC's and food production warehouses. Preferably you will have used a fridge trailer previously, but this is not essential. If you are looking to start out or need a fresh start, call Vortex Recruitment for more details...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Permanent Position Senior Quantity Surveyor wanted for this leading main contractor who cover a wide and diverse range of construction projects including social housing, education and commercial sectors. Now due to their continued growth they are currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead 2 new projects they have starting in the next few months ranging in value up to £18 million. Based in Hertfordshire they have a fantastic and well established commercial team with further potential opportunity for career progression offered in the future. Your duties will include: • Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication., • Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings., • Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise., • Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes., • Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required., • Assess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budget., • Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team., • Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works., • Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations., • Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser’s extras., • Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future dates., • Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates., • Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties., • Liaise with the Customer Service department on post-completion defects, providing cost advice where necessary., • Attend site meetings, project team meetings, subcontractor meetings and surveying meetings as required., • Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teams. Experience required: • Ideally you will have a minimum of 7 years experience overseeing a range of different construction projects from residential, commercial and public sectors., • Hold a degree in quantity surveying, • Worked on previous projects to the value of £20million plus If you are a senior quantity surveyor looking for a fresh new challenge in a fantastic working environment or an experience Quantity Surveyor who feels ready for the next step up in your career we would like to hear from you

Change Needs You Become a Met Police Officer with a starting salary of over £42k The Met is working hard to drive more trust, reduce crime, and maintain high standards for London and its communities. The Met is made up of officers and staff from all backgrounds but we are committed to becoming more representative of the communities we serve. To do this the Met recognises the need to change. Whilst that change takes time, we want people like you to join and help to make a big difference. We’re looking for people who share our values of integrity, courage, accountability, respect and empathy to join the dedicated, honest, committed, hard-working officers and staff already in our team. Those who are committed to working hard to bring offenders to justice, protect vulnerable people and deliver the change needed for London and its communities. Change Needs You. Become a police officer, unlock your potential, support London’s communities and make London a safer city for all. Change Your Potential: Policing is a challenging but rewarding career like no other. With your will and determination, we will help you reach your full potential as a Met police officer and be the best you can be for yourself, your community and London. As a police constable in London’s Met, you’ll join over 30,000 colleagues working across 32 boroughs, all dedicated to serving over nine million residents in one of the most dynamic and diverse cities in the world. You’ll learn new things every day whether you’re out on patrol in the local community, giving evidence in court, investigating burglaries or supporting victims of crime. Every day brings a fresh challenge, the chance to learn something new and help others. A range of benefits: A career as a police officer offers many rewards and benefits, including: • A competitive starting salary of c. £42,210 rising up to c. £59,994 as a PC, inclusive of allowances., • Discounted rail travel up to 70 miles after initial training and free London travel, • Gain a fully-funded degree while earning and developing skills for life under our apprenticeship route, • Generous police pension scheme, • Generous annual leave and a range of other leave options, including career breaks, special leave, parental and adoption leave, • A comprehensive Health and Wellbeing service to help you stay healthy and well, • Access to a large number of subsidised leisure and sporting activities, • Becoming part of the Met family, and the policing family nationally - a unique and supportive network where you’ll meet friends for life while all working together to make London and the UK safer for everyone. Whether working collaboratively or on your own beat, your team and the wider Met are there to support you, • Flexible working options. Policing is a 24/7 service, and you will therefore be expected to work shift patterns including weekends and nights. However, we do aim to offer flexible working opportunities where operationally viable and depending on the role., • A wide range of staff support associations which support the different interests of the staff and officers they represent, including but not limited to; the Association of Muslim Policing, the Metropolitan Police LGBT Network, the Metropolitan Police Black Police Association and the Network of Women How to join us: There are two routes of entry; our Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) or our Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP). Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) A three-year programme where you can learn as you earn policing London's streets, gaining a (BSc) Hons degree in professional policing practice on completion. The Met covers all qualification fees so there's no cost to you, it's all fully funded. You’ll start by working with one of our partner universities learning the basics of the job, before joining a team of experienced officers teaching you invaluable skills that you’ll put into practice and build upon before returning to uni for an end of programme assessment. Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) A two-year programme which provides new recruits with a blend of classroom based and operational learning. Your initial training will take place at a Met training centre before you join one of our policing teams to gain practical, on-the-job experience. You will be regularly assessed on your knowledge, skills and behaviours but, unlike our other entry route, you will not be required to complete an academic qualification as part of your training or attend university. Change Your Future There are countless career opportunities available at the Met due to its size and diverse population that you wouldn’t find in any other UK city. Upon successful completion of your training period, you’ll be able to decide on how you want to shape your future career path. Whether that be undertaking a new role, joining a specialist team, training to become a detective, or promotion through the ranks; there will always be a role for you at the Met. You could choose to work in diplomatic protection, work with horses in our Mounted Branch, or even work in cyber-crime. These are just some of the many paths you could choose to follow as your career progresses. Change Needs You Apply Now

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Head Chef to join our Catering team. This is a permanent, full-time position of 37 hours per week, across 42 weeks of the year (term time plus four weeks). The post holder is expected to work a rotating shift pattern, involving weekday morning and afternoon shifts, and weekend shifts . Reporting to the Catering Manager, you will be overseeing the preparation and delivery of fresh, home-cooked meals for approximately 1,500 pupils and staff, as well as a boarding community of around 120 boarders. The successful candidate should: Have relevant training and certificates in catering Have experience of high volume catering to a high standard Have line management experience of at least a team of 10 staff Demonstrate good communication skills with a wide range of stakeholders Be proactive with strong problem-solving skills Contract: Full-time, Permanent contract Grade: H9 (Full-time equivalent salary: £39,152 to £41,771 per year, plus outer fringe allowance of £729 per annum) Actual Salary: £37,095 to £39,531 per annum (inclusive of outer fringe) based on a Term time plus 4 weeks (42 weeks) contract, with opportunity to work additional hours Hours: 37 hours per week with a rotating shift pattern Working across 42 weeks of the year, with opportunity to work additional hours Weekday shifts: include morning shift (6:30am - 3:00pm) and afternoon shift (11:00am - 7.30pm) Weekend shift: 10:00am - 7:00pm Expectation to work one week in three of evenings and one weekend in three, depending on business needs Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner) - subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks Selection Process The selection process will consist of two stages. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview at St George's School. Candidates who are successful at interview stage will then be invited to complete a practical assessment within the catering environment to further demonstrate your skills, knowledge and suitability for the role. We can offer: Additional training and support Ongoing professional development Free Lunch on working days Free parking on school site Generous Pension Scheme Use of the schools fitness suite/Gym Staff Wellbeing Programme Employee Assistance Programme Exclusive discounts, cashback and vouchers As a permanent member of staff you benefit from the application being favourably ranked if you apply for a day admission place for your child at St Georges school, subject to meeting the requirements of our published Admissions Criteria and Policy TPBN1_UKCT

Looking for a role where you can combine your sales skills with creating unforgettable experiences? At Parkdean Resorts, we help people turn their dream of owning a holiday home into reality. As a Holiday Homes Sales Advisor, you’ll be at the heart of that journey - building relationships, showcasing our parks, and guiding customers every step of the way. If you love working with people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want a role where your success is rewarded, this is the perfect opportunity. What you will be doing... Generate leads through walk-ins, referrals, and social media Follow up on enquiries promptly and professionally Conduct park tours, present finance options, and close sales Carry out pre-handover checks and provide after-sales support Analyse sales performance and drive part-exchange opportunities About you... Resilient nature with excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Outstanding customer service skills. Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume sales role is desirable. Confident working towards budgets & KPIs, with a target-driven approach and a desire to exceed targets set. Confident IT skills including data input, email, Microsoft Word & Excel. Ability to work weekends, supporting sales activity during peak periods. So, why Parkdean Resorts? Well, besides the one-of-a-kind team culture, stunning locations across the UK, and the chance to work with the UK's largest holiday park organisation, we can offer: The chance to develop your skills and boost your career across our 65 parks – we’ve got your back when it comes to training! You’re never on your own with our Employee Assistance Programme! It comes with a 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support - because your wellbeing is our top priority. A 50% discount for you and a 25% discount for friends and family when booking your holiday with us. A team member discount of 30%, available on everything from fabulous food to delicious drinks and even our fun leisure activities. Score awesome discounts! From tasty meal kits like Hello Fresh to your favourite local gyms, we’ve got deals on lots of brands just for you. We want to be a force for good and caring for our parks, people, and planet is a natural component of the way we do business. We celebrate our people, communities and natural environment, enabling us to enhance the amazing memories we create for many years to come. Are we the right fit for you? At Parkdean Resorts, every park is a place to start something great; a place where you can develop your skills, take on new challenges, and thrive alongside a team that supports you every step of the way. Our parks create meaningful memories for our guests and know that great service is more than a smile - it’s understanding the value of every moment. Because it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. Join a team that puts heart into every holiday. Be the Heart of the Park. Parkdean Resorts takes safeguarding seriously therefore background checks including DBS (or equivalent) will be carried out if appropriate. We want to do all we can to create an environment and recruitment process where people feel safe and comfortable to talk about disability. For any reasonable adjustment requests as part of the recruitment and assessment process, please contact Roisin at (email address removed)

Unity is advertising this opportunity on behalf of our client.All applications will be directed to our client.Are you an experienced cleaner looking for flexible work that fits around your life?.Whether you’re looking to fill gaps between other jobs or build a full-time income on your terms, this

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 52-week non-sessional post i.To assist in the provision of a high quality cleaning service within Council buildings.Please download the Job Outline/Pers

Community Learning and Development Support Worker (Temporary).Based within Adult and Family learning, the post will provide dedicated adult and family learning support as part of the Council’s Connected Communities team – a great opportunity to develop your career as a Community Learning and Dev

Assist with the delivery of a clean and safe user environment within various premises across East Ayrshire in order to assist with the promotion, delivery and integration of the Council’s key objectives; specifically in relation to the Community Plan, Shared Commitments, Single Outcome Agreement a

Due to our continued growth, we now have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Cleaner to join our business working in.No experience is required as we will invest in your training and development, while giving access to education for your future progression.Uniform, equipment and products will be

Assist with the delivery of a clean and safe user environment within various premises across East Ayrshire in order to assist with the promotion, delivery and integration of the Council’s key objectives; specifically in relation to the Community Plan, Shared Commitments, Single Outcome Agreement a

Unity is advertising this opportunity on behalf of our client.All applications will be directed to our client.Are you an experienced cleaner looking for flexible work that fits around your life?.Whether you’re looking to fill gaps between other jobs or build a full-time income on your terms, this

Ensure you read the information regarding this opportunity thoroughly before making an application.Getting Stuck In’ is one of our key values, and we’re looking for new Team Members who love doing just that!.Instead of working in one department, we’re looking for new Team Members to work acros

We are looking for a proactive and inspiring Senior Support Worker to join a young people’s supported housing service in Berkhamsted, part of which is Ofsted‑registered.The service provides safe accommodation and trauma‑informed support to young people with complex needs, helping them build in

Unity is advertising this opportunity on behalf of our client.All applications will be directed to our client.Are you an experienced cleaner looking for flexible work that fits around your life?.Whether you’re looking to fill gaps between other jobs or build a full-time income on your terms, this

I like working in safeguarding because it is the team that best enables relationship-based practice.I am very keen to develop a connection with the children and families I support, and I put a lot of effort into this.When we reach the end of our journey together and children are safely cared for by

We're currently recruiting for a Sales Administrator for one of our clients who operates in the fire safety sector.This position would be to support their growing fire damper remedial works division.You will be responsible for managing enquiries, processing contracts and scheduling.Competitive Salar

Assistant Sales and Marketing Manager – Japanese Speaking.Engineering / Technical International Sales Background Highly Desirable).Euro London Appointments is delighted to be supporting one of our long‑standing clients, a global trading specialist, as they expand their sales and marketing team.W

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Childrens Residential Support Worker.We are looking for caring, resilientand motivated individuals to join our clientsupporting children and young people within a residential setting.This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in young peoples lives by providing emotional support, enco

Do you hold a valid forklift licence? Do you hold a valid UK Driving Licence? Are you looking a join a dedicated and supportive team? Then we want to hear from you ??Beeston, Nottingham ?? Bonus ?? Monday - Friday occasional weekend work We are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operative/Van Driv

Just Recruitment is working with a growing business within the FMCG sector - looking to add a Warehouse Operative to their team on a 6 month fixed term contract basis.The key purpose of this role is to assist with the smooth running of all warehouse operations, working with the wider business team t

Unity is advertising this opportunity on behalf of our client.All applications will be directed to our client.Are you an experienced cleaner looking for flexible work that fits around your life?.Whether you’re looking to fill gaps between other jobs or build a full-time income on your terms, this

Ocado E-bike Delivery Rider Leyton, East London, E10 7FE Pay Rate: £13.Contract Hours: 40 hours per week.Working Days: Any 8 hours shifts 5 out of 7 days,(Mostly PM shifts with some AM shifts available) Parking: Please note, parking at the site is limited.Theres a reason we call them zoom riders as

Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual).Residential Childcare Support Workers to work on a casual basis, covering shifts within the business as and when needed.This amazing opportunity will also xrnqpay allow you flexibility to work the hours you can commit to with.Find out exactly w

Due to our continued growth, we now have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Cleaner to join our business working in Whetstone.No experience is required as we will invest in your training and development, while giving access to education for your future progression.Uniform, equipment and product

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At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation.Right now, we are looking for a.Sounds great, what will I be doing?.This role provides person centred support to service users, focusing on increasing independence, maintainin

Founded in 1994 deep in London Soho’s underbelly, Agent Provocateur carved out a notorious anti-establishment narrative inspired by its punk roots and became renowned for not being afraid to shake things up.Today, Agent Provocateur is an iconic global brand, known for our provocative attitude, exc

Any additional information you require for this job can be found in the below text Make sure to read thoroughly, then apply.Topps Tiles is the UKs number one tile retailer, renowned for our extensive range of high-quality tiles and exceptional customer service.With over 300 stores nationwide and a t

Job Introduction This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines Do you have a caring nature? Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Do you want to work in an environment where no two days are the same? Are you flexible with you

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WERE HIRING - RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER ?? Omega Care is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker to support children and young people based on the Wirral.Full UK driving licence required This is more than a job - its about being a positive, consistent role model and

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team in Bromham, Bedford as an enthusiastic and motivated Support Worker.This is more than a job-it's a chance to work alongside people with learning and physical disabilities, helping them reach their life goals and embrace thei

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