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His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. Prison Officer opportunities HMP Isle of Wight £33,746 - £38,003 Prison officers protect the public and help to make a positive impact on people’s lives. If you have the integrity, skills and strength of character we’re looking for, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career. No two days or situations are ever the same. And, as you gain experience, you’ll find a range of opportunities to grow and develop into. Someone like you There’s no such thing as a typical prison officer. Our people come from different walks of life, just like the offenders they work with. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, have worked in retail or the armed forces, you’ll have developed the empathy, self-confidence and great communication skills we expect. No matter the challenge, you’ll take the time to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with offenders who could be at the lowest point in their lives. Teamwork plays a vital role in this environment, so you’ll need to be fully committed to supporting your colleagues and understand the importance of acting as one team to keep the prison, offenders and everyone who works here safe. You will be required to work various shifts and weekends. An extraordinary job In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to carry out many different roles in any one day. One minute you’re a peacekeeper, the next you’re a counsellor or a teacher. You’ll work directly with prisoners in a unique environment, helping to protect the public and make a positive impact. What you can expect from us You’ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development - including the chance to specialise in different areas. There’s a good salary to look forward to, as well as 25 days’ holiday allowance each year, childcare vouchers, season ticket loans, retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme. The rewards aren’t all you’ll gain from a role in the prison service. There’s the sense of achievement you feel when you’ve helped an offender to get their life back on track - the kind of experience you simply won’t find anywhere else. How to apply If the qualities in this role sound like you, apply now.

Duty Manager – Fitness and Wellbeing Club Bromley FWC | Fitness & Wellbeing Club | Permanent contract | Full time Up to £27,477.85 per annum depending on experience plus sales commission 40 hours per week Nuffield Health is the UK’s largest Healthcare Charity. We’re here to do important work. As we expand our team, we’re looking for passionate individuals to help deliver an exceptional fitness experience for our members. This is your chance to play a crucial role in our journey while advancing your career in a supportive environment. As a Duty Manager at our gym, you’ll bring demonstrable sales experience and the ability to quickly get to grips with our business. You’re enthusiastic, with excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit. You have a ‘can do’ attitude and you share our passion for excellent customer service. As a Duty Manager, you will: • Be responsible for the smooth running of our club; including the opening and closing the club when on shift, • Prioritize Member Satisfaction, Engage with our members, fostering happiness and building strong relationships., • Lead by example, support and guide your colleagues while upholding the highest quality standards., • Conduct tours for prospective members, highlighting the unique benefits that only Nuffield Health provides, • Oversee health and safety protocols, addressing any issues swiftly and effectively., • Help achieve sales targets, • Be able to swim to a high standard and be willing to undergo training at site, due to covering Lifeguard breaks Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That’s why we’ve developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what’s important to you. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it’s a good idea to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role. It starts with you.

Job Location Academy Training Ground BR3 1NZ Contract Type Full-time Salary/ ROP Competitive Deadline 14th December 2025 Who we are: We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites - brand new main offices at Selhurst Park Stadium, our London office, and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees. We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground. About this role: Crystal Palace Football Club is seeking a proactive and detail-driven Building Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of our Academy Training Ground in Beckenham. This will include all areas of the building a functioning in accordance with site specifications e.g. pool and spa areas. The successful candidate will ensure the site operates to the highest standards of safety, presentation, and compliance, providing a first-class environment for players, staff, and visitors. This role requires excellent communication skills, strong organisational ability, and a hands-on approach to managing on-site teams and contractors. The successful candidate should either hold, or be willing to undertake within 6 months, a recognised pool/spa plant operations qualification (for example the STA Level 3 Award in Pool Plant Operations, the PASOQ Pool Plant Technician Certificate or equivalent) and will be responsible for ensuring pool/spa plant compliance, water quality, hygiene, and technical operation to industry standards. Responsibilities: Site Management & Operations: • Maintain consistently high standards of presentation, cleanliness, and safety compliance across all areas of the Academy Training Ground, including pool and spa facilities., • Conduct regular building walk-throughs, identifying and resolving maintenance or compliance issues promptly., • Liaise with external contractors, suppliers, and maintenance providers to ensure quality service delivery, • Ensure all facilities are compliant with Health & Safety, safeguarding, and hygiene regulations., • Work closely with the Maintenance and Security teams to coordinate activities, share best practices, and align with Club-wide standards. Pool & Spa Oversight: • Ensure the pool and spa areas are operated safely and in compliance with relevant legislation and guidance., • Monitor and maintain water quality, temperature, and hygiene standards in coordination with contractors or trained staff., • Maintain accurate records of pool plant operations, chemical dosing, and water testing., • Undertake (or be willing to undertake) a recognised Pool Plant Operator qualification to ensure compliance and best practice in pool and spa management. Cleaning & Presentation: • Ensure site is well presented at all times., • Carry out regular quality inspections and ensure compliance with COSHH and safe working practices. General Responsibilities: • Act as the on-site point of contact for all building-related matters, escalating technical or maintenance issues as required., • Support event and training preparation, ensuring all spaces are ready for use., • Contribute to continuous improvement of site operations and presentation., • Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager., • Upholding and promoting the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures. Experience, Skills and Qualifications: • Proven experience in building or site management, ideally within a sports, leisure, or hospitality environment., • Experience managing teams in operational or cleaning roles within high-usage facilities., • Knowledge of pool and spa operations, with a Pool Plant Operator qualification (or willingness to undertake one)., • Strong understanding of Health & Safety, COSHH, and Environmental Health legislation., • Excellent organisational and communication skills with strong attention to detail., • Ability to lead and motivate staff and liaise effectively with multiple departments and contractors., • IT proficiency for scheduling, reporting, and communication., • Flexible approach to working hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required. Benefits: • Complimentary match day ticket, • Reward and Discount Scheme through our Tech Scheme and Simple Health app, • Health and Wellbeing benefit scheme, • 20% Discount in our Retail Stores, • Discounts in various gyms through GymFlex, • Volunteering Day - 1 Workday off to support a charity of your choice., • Travel Season Ticket loan, • Holiday allowance that increases every year of service Our commitment to Equality At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. Crystal Palace Football Club do this by encouraging good relations and practices towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity. We are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented candidates and the club intends to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage with the club, whether as matchday fans, staff, players, board members, participants in Foundation programmes and any other person engaged with the club's activities, has a real and equal opportunity to do so. Reasonable Adjustment We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone. If you require disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact (DLO inbox is for disability-related queries only, if you wish to gain further information regarding this vacancy, please contact cpfc. ). We are here to help you through the whole recruitment process including trying to apply for a vacancy, getting in touch with us through the process, and/or helping with access in case you are required to come in for an interview. Safeguarding Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be required to undergo any relevant security checks, including a comprehensive background check, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety and protection of children and vulnerable individuals.

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables us to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of Housekeeping Assistant is so important. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you carry out will ensure everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. This means you'll have a direct impact on our residents, their visitors and all the staff working to support them. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Housekeeping Assistant you'll need a caring nature, personable approach and good practical skills. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and keen to use your attention to detail to make a positive difference. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Prison Support Role HMP Huntercombe £29,432 His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. As an Operational Support Grade, you will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day running of a busy prison. You will be part of a supportive team doing all sorts of things – from security and searches at the gate, to managing deliveries, supervising visitors, and monitoring phone calls and CCTV. It’s a varied and active job involving tasks which combine some desk duties with more physical tasks such as lifting, carrying and walking to escort vehicles across the prison grounds. Travel to Work – Some prison establishments are situated in rural locations with limited public transport options, therefore a driving licence and own transport is beneficial but is not an essential requirement of the role (unless specified*). Please note that shift start and finish times are fixed and it is your responsibility to get to and from your place of work on time for the start of your shift. Please carefully consider the location of this vacancy and your transport options. Applicants must hold a full, valid UK driving licence which must include the D1 Vehicle Category which allows you to drive vehicles with: · No more than 16 passenger seats, a maximum length of 8 metres, a trailer up to 750kg. Someone like you You don’t need any qualifications to do this job, but if you are a good communicator and can keep calm under pressure, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career for you. Helping to keep a prison running smoothly and safely you will have good judgement and common sense, and, above all, be a great team player. As an OSG, you will work a variety of shifts, including weekend and night shifts, to keep things running. An extraordinary job In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to protect the public and make an impact on lives by supporting the important work happening daily in our prisons. Unlike our prison officers, your contact with prisoners is limited, although depending on the particular prison you may interact with prisoners occasionally. The OSG role will give you significant knowledge and experience of how a prison operates. It can provide opportunities to move into other prison jobs, including opportunities to apply for the OSG to Prison Officer conversion scheme. What you can expect from us: You’ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development. In addition to your base pay, you will receive: annual leave is 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after 10 years’ service (calculated on a pro-rata basis) 9 days bank, public and privilege holidays access to a paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service access to the generous Civil Service pension scheme season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme and a Cycle to Work scheme If this sounds like you, apply now.

Prison Support Role HMP Bullingdon £29,432 His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. An extraordinary job. Done by someone like you. As an Operational Support Grade, you will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day running of a busy prison. You will be part of a supportive team doing all sorts of things – from security and searches at the gate, to managing deliveries, supervising visitors, and monitoring phone calls and CCTV. It’s a varied and active job involving tasks which combine some desk duties with more physical tasks such as lifting, carrying and walking to escort vehicles across the prison grounds. Travel to Work – Some prison establishments are situated in rural locations with limited public transport options, therefore a driving licence and own transport is beneficial but is not an essential requirement of the role (unless specified*). Please note that shift start and finish times are fixed and it is your responsibility to get to and from your place of work on time for the start of your shift. Please carefully consider the location of this vacancy and your transport options. Applicants must hold a full, valid UK driving licence which must include the D1 Vehicle Category which allows you to drive vehicles with: · No more than 16 passenger seats, a maximum length of 8 metres, a trailer up to 750kg. Someone like you You don’t need any qualifications to do this job, but if you are a good communicator and can keep calm under pressure, this fast-paced role could be the start of a successful career for you. Helping to keep a prison running smoothly and safely you will have good judgement and common sense, and, above all, be a great team player. As an OSG, you will work a variety of shifts, including weekend and night shifts, to keep things running. An extraordinary job In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to protect the public and make an impact on lives by supporting the important work happening daily in our prisons. Unlike our prison officers, your contact with prisoners is limited, although depending on the particular prison you may interact with prisoners occasionally. The OSG role will give you significant knowledge and experience of how a prison operates. It can provide opportunities to move into other prison jobs, including opportunities to apply for the OSG to Prison Officer conversion scheme. What you can expect from us: You’ll be given great training and opportunities for progression and development. In addition to your base pay, you will receive: annual leave is 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after 10 years’ service (calculated on a pro-rata basis) 9 days bank, public and privilege holidays access to a paid Level 2 apprenticeship in customer service access to the generous Civil Service pension scheme season ticket loans, retail discounts, an Employee Assistance Programme and a Cycle to Work scheme If this sounds like you, apply now.

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. 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 Croydon Haling Park, rated Good by Ofsted, is a small boutique family nursery accommodating 67 children. We pride ourselves on providing a nurturing and personalized environment for each child. Conveniently located just a 10-minute bus journey from East Croydon, our nursery is easily accessible for families. We also offer free parking for staff, ensuring hassle-free access during drop-offs and collections. 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!, • 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, • Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development., • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment., • Take on the role of Key Person, fostering b partnerships with children and their families., • Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments. Required Qualifications: What We’re Looking For:, • Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare., • Experience working with children under 5., • Empathy and understanding – each child is unique., • Strong communication and organisational skills.You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse. Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!

Customer Service Representative £25,700 + bonus | Hybrid (2 days office, 3 days WFH) Full training provided | Clear progression opportunities We’re working with a leading global organisation that is expanding its Client Services team. They are looking for motivated Customer Service Representatives who are confident communicators and passionate about delivering an exceptional customer experience. If you have previous customer service experience—whether in an office, retail, hospitality, or another customer-facing environment—and you’re looking to develop your career within a professional, supportive business, this could be an excellent opportunity. Key Responsibilities * Manage client and adviser queries via phone, email, and letter * Take ownership of customer enquiries and see them through to resolution * Provide clear, accurate information on products and services * Handle calls professionally and resolve concerns effectively * Support vulnerable customers with care and patience * Build rapport and maintain high service standards Person Specification * Previous customer service experience required * Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal * Confident telephone manner with the ability to build rapport * Strong customer focus and a commitment to delivering outstanding service * Comfortable using digital tools and open to learning new systems * Good level of education (GCSEs or equivalent, including English & Maths) What You’ll Receive * £25,700 base salary + 10% bonus * Hybrid working (2 days in the office, 3 days from home) * Regular salary reviews * Private medical insurance * Buy and sell holiday scheme * On-site gym facilities * Comprehensive training programme and study support * Clear progression pathways * Friendly and supportive team environment Interested? Apply today! Refer a Friend – Earn £100! If you know someone searching for a new opportunity, refer them to Optima. If they’re placed and pass probation, you’ll receive a £100 retail voucher. Please note: If you have not heard from us within 5 working days, unfortunately your application has not been shortlisted. By applying, you agree to Optima Recruitment Limited’s Privacy and GDPR Policy (available on our website). Optima Recruitment Limited is acting as a recruitment agency and is an equal opportunities employer