54 Best grounds manager Jobs in Hornchurch (October 2026)

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Here at Puttshack we are recruiting an Assistant General Manager for our Lakeside Venue About us: Puttshack is an upscale, tech-infused mini golf experience that appeals to everyone. More than just indoor mini golf, Puttshack leans on its ground-breaking technology to elevate the game, while also serving world-class food and full bar in a cool environment. The Puttshack experience is really all about having fun – and doing something fun – together. Our Vision To create experiences where play sparks connection and joy, where our guests choose return to, time and again. Our Mission To create lasting memories for people of all generations through a shared, world-class entertainment experience Our Purpose To transform mini golf into an extraordinary social experience Our Promise Is memory-making fun! Our beliefs are simple Play is for all players, shared moments matter most, unpredictability is our secret sauce, and tech powers while play leads. Our Values: • Bring your ‘A’ game - We strive for excellence in everything we do, • Lead the Way - Our associates (staff) embrace and are inspired by change, • Own the Fun - We revel in our guests’ enjoyment, • Care Deeply - We take great care of our guests, our associates and the communities we call home The Role: The Assistant General Manager works with the General Manager sharing the responsibility for the day to day running of the business. The AGM deputizes in the absence of the GM and will be a key liaison between the restaurant, kitchen, guest, and associates and ‘head office’. It is the ultimate goal of all associates to deliver excellent guest service and so the AGM’s greatest responsibility is to make sure that every single guest has a pleasurable experience. To achieve this, you will need to support the GM in leading and inspiring the team in all areas of the operation. Working Hours: 45 Reports to: General Manager Qualifications and Experience: • Previous experience as an Assistant General Manager in high volume F&B. What’s in it for you? • Free golf & 50% discount on food and drink for up to 6., • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Discretionary quarterly bonus, • Onboarding plan to set you up for success!, • Access to continuous development through a blended learning approach., • Access to Medicash – Our health Cash back benefits platform! Includes, Dental Cover, gym discount, specialist health consultations, health screening, virtual GP, Employee assistance program, medicash discount perks and much more!, • Refer a friend – Up to £500 referral fee* (T&Cs apply), • Enhanced maternity & Paternity *, • Free meal on shift, • Enrolment to our communication community – PuttApp, • Wagestream membership - access 50% of your wages as you work, building pots and financial support. Overview • Bring everyone into play., • Bring your 'A' Game each and every day., • Lead by example by demonstrating Puttshack Core Values., • Develop the team through coaching and purposeful feedback., • Drive Associate engagement and entrepreneurial spirit., • Focused on excellent standards of guest service, the quality of food, drink and entertainment and exceeding our guests’ expectations, • Involved in assisting the GM with recruitment, training and development and setting exceptionally high standards throughout the business, • Responsible for assisting the GM in ensuring that everything necessary for the smooth running of the operation is carefully planned and execute., • Accountable for sales, profit, staffing and stock control targets as set by the GM, • Promote safe operational standards for both Guest and Associate safety., • Ensure that brand and operating standards are met., • Monitor guest survey feedback and help team adjust as needed to ensure guest satisfaction., • Works to create a can-do team culture in the host and throughout the operation. Key Responsibilities: BUSINESS Forecasting and controls – assist the GM with planning ahead in order to maximize financial opportunities; anticipate the business in order to ensure costs reflect business levels P&L – achieve and maximize sales and profit targets as set by the GM; assist the GM with monitoring expenditure and follow proper procedure with exceptional expenditure Financial administration – assist the GM with maintaining cash control and complete timely and accurate banking reconciliation; investigate discrepancies; monitor and report on comps and voids; provide accurate data between venue and outsourced accounts Stock – ensure that stock control and budgets are adhered to; ensure correct purchasing procedures are followed; undertake monthly stock takes as directed by the GM; assist the GM to ensure the consistent quality, rotation and levels of stock Premises – assist the GM in ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of the venue Health and Safety – assist the GM in establishing, maintaining and monitoring the highest standards of hygiene and H&S in accordance with all statutory, legal and company requirements. Equipment – assist the GM as required with overseeing the maintenance of equipment; report any issue in a timely manner; follow-up diligently, particularly with technology and any issue which might impact on health and safety obligations PEOPLE Administration – take responsibility for administration following established procedures, including schedules, organisation, deployment, managing holidays Motivation – assist the GM in leading the team; inspire and motivate them to realise their maximum potential and ensure everyone is fully committed to the growth and profitability of the business Recruitment – follow established procedures; ensure all staff are legally entitled to work in the UK, induction is completed and documented Training and Development – assist the GM in the appraisal of associates; create plans to address any performance issues; identify development opportunities Welfare and Discipline – follow company policy with regard to staff welfare and ensure discipline is maintained; assist the GM in dealing with performance issues in a timely manner as required Uniform, grooming and conduct – maintain the highest standards of presentation, dress and behaviour and ensure that this is maintained by all team members Guest relations – build and maintain excellent relations; meet and greet; maintain guest loyalty Service – ensure that the provision of service and guest care are of the highest standard; consistently act as a role model in the delivery of the highest standards of service Feedback – assist the GM in dealing with written complaints promptly and inform Head Office; together with the GM propose any necessary solutions to issues raised; complete nightly report with accurate information Briefings – assist the GM with appropriate briefings to enable managers and associates to fulfil guests’ arrangements. In addition to the above duties, you will carry out such other duties as the Company reasonably directs from time to time. Our Managers • Have a genuine desire to provide the best guest experience, exceeding guest expectations and constantly reviewing and evolving the performance of themselves and the team, • Maintain the highest personal standards of conduct and performance; they are adaptable, dependable and have a strong work ethic., • Have impeccable presentation., • Have good working relationships with everyone they come into contact with at work, behaving in a friendly, courteous and professional way.

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SYED SOLICITORS LTD

Immigration Paralegal - Full Time

1 month ago

Full-time

Ilford

Syed Solicitors Ltd | Ilford, London Salary: £33,400 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Proposed Start Date: December 2026 Role summary Syed Solicitors Ltd is seeking a junior paralegal to support its immigration, asylum, human rights and Tribunal work. The role includes appeals, pre-action protocol (PAP) correspondence and administrative reviews. The successful candidate will prepare and progress work under the principal solicitor’s supervision; they will not provide independent legal advice or make final legal decisions. Responsibilities 1. Assist with the day-to-day progression of immigration, asylum, human rights and appeal files under the principal solicitor’s supervision., 2. Take client instructions, prepare accurate attendance notes and maintain organised electronic case files., 3. Review decisions and evidence, identifying missing documents and legal, procedural or evidential issues for the solicitor’s attention., 4. Research the Immigration Rules, legislation, case law, Home Office guidance and relevant country evidence as directed., 5. Prepare first drafts of applications, witness statements, representations, appeal grounds and correspondence for solicitor review., 6. Assist with PAP correspondence and administrative reviews, including gathering evidence and preparing draft submissions for the solicitor’s review and approval., 7. Prepare indexed appeal bundles and other First-tier Tribunal hearing documents., 8. Monitor Home Office and Tribunal directions and deadlines, promptly escalating action required., 9. Use MyHMCTS, as authorised, to upload documents, review directions and monitor appeals., 10. Liaise with barristers, chambers and expert witnesses, providing instructions and case documents approved by the supervising solicitor and assisting with expert evidence and hearing preparation., 11. Communicate with clients, the Home Office and HMCTS within the scope of the role, referring requests for substantive legal advice to the solicitor., 12. Work with the legal team to progress matters while maintaining accurate, confidential records. Essential requirements • An LLB or equivalent recognised law degree., • Some relevant immigration, asylum, human rights or litigation casework experience, including supervised work or a placement., • Working knowledge of the Immigration Rules and relevant immigration, asylum and human rights principles., • Familiarity with First-tier Tribunal procedure and the applicable Immigration and Asylum Chamber Practice Direction., • Ability to research legal and evidential issues, take accurate instructions and draft clear case documents., • Ability to manage competing tasks and deadlines under solicitor supervision., • Professional written and spoken English, and fluency in spoken Urdu and/or Hindi to assist clients who use those languages., • Confidence using digital files and office software, with the ability to learn MyHMCTS and legal case-management systems., • Understanding of confidentiality, data protection and responsible use of approved legal technology. Desirable requirements • Experience with First-tier Tribunal appeals, MyHMCTS, PAP correspondence or administrative reviews., • Experience preparing skeleton arguments, appeal bundles or instructions for expert evidence., • Experience in a regulated UK legal-services or immigration practice, or with Clio, LEAP or comparable software., • Progress towards the SQE, LPC, BTC/BPC or an equivalent professional qualification. Application Applicants should submit an up-to-date CV together with details of their relevant legal experience, qualifications and any professional legal training completed or currently being undertaken.

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Pests R Us Ltd

Pest Control Technician

Pests R Us Ltd is a growing pest control company providing professional pest management services to domestic, commercial and public-sector clients across London and the surrounding areas. We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and customer-focused Pest Control Technician to join our team. This is a practical and varied role. No two days are the same, and you will visit a range of properties, identify pest problems, carry out treatments and provide customers with professional advice to prevent problems from returning. The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys working independently, solving problems and dealing with customers professionally. Key Responsibilities • Attend scheduled domestic and commercial pest control appointments., • Investigate pest activity and identify the cause and extent of infestations., • Identify common pests including rats, mice, cockroaches, bed bugs, fleas, ants, wasps, flies and other nuisance pests., • Carry out pest control treatments safely and effectively using approved methods and products., • Set, inspect and maintain traps, bait stations and monitoring equipment., • Carry out follow-up visits and assess the effectiveness of treatments., • Identify potential pest entry points, harbourage areas and contributing factors., • Provide customers with clear advice and recommendations to prevent future infestations., • Complete treatment reports, photographs and job records accurately., • Communicate with the office regarding completed jobs, follow-up requirements and customer issues., • Maintain pest control equipment, PPE and company vehicles in a clean and professional condition., • Follow all company health & safety, COSHH and pest-control procedures., • Maintain a professional appearance and attitude when representing Pests R Us., • Build positive relationships with customers and site managers., • Identify opportunities for additional pest-control, proofing or preventative work where appropriate. Types of Properties You may work across a wide variety of environments, including: • Restaurants and food businesses, • Schools and nurseries, • Offices, • Residential properties, • Hotels and accommodation, • Property-management sites, • Shops and commercial premises, • Warehouses, • Construction sites, • Public-sector buildings, • Communal areas and external grounds Skills & Experience Essential: • Reliable and punctual., • Professional attitude and good work ethic., • Good communication and customer-service skills., • Practical and confident approach to problem-solving., • Ability to work independently and manage a daily schedule., • Good attention to detail., • Comfortable working in different environments and weather conditions., • Physically capable of carrying equipment, climbing stairs and working in confined or awkward areas., • Basic smartphone skills for completing job reports and uploading photographs., • Appropriate driving/riding entitlement for the vehicle being used. Desirable: • Previous pest control experience., • BPCA or RSPH pest-control qualification., • Commercial pest-control experience., • Knowledge of COSHH and safe pesticide use., • Experience with digital job-management or CRM systems., • Experience in proofing, bird control or other property maintenance work. Driving & Motorcycle Licence Because the role involves travelling between customer sites, applicants must have a suitable means of travelling to work locations. A full UK driving licence is preferred. Applicants who use a motorcycle or scooter are also welcome. A valid CBT with the appropriate motorcycle entitlement or a full motorcycle licence is acceptable where applicable. Any motorcycle/scooter used for work must have appropriate business-use insurance and comply with all legal requirements. Personal Qualities The successful candidate will be: • Reliable and trustworthy, • Hardworking and motivated, • Friendly and approachable, • Professional when dealing with customers, • Practical and good at solving problems, • Comfortable working alone, • Organised and able to manage their time, • Willing to learn new skills, • Confident using technology, • Presentable and respectful of customers’ homes and businesses Training & Development Previous pest-control experience is beneficial but not essential for the right candidate. Training can be provided to the successful applicant, including company procedures, pest identification, treatment methods, health and safety and customer service. There will also be opportunities to develop additional skills in areas such as: • Rodent control, • Insect control, • Bed bug treatment, • Bird control, • Pest-proofing, • Bird-proofing installations, • Commercial pest management, • Rope-access/property maintenance work What We Offer • Competitive salary/rates of pay., • Full training and ongoing development., • Company equipment and PPE., • Company vehicle where applicable., • Varied domestic and commercial work., • Regular work with established customers., • Opportunity to earn additional income through performance and additional work., • Career progression within a growing company., • Opportunity to develop specialist pest-control and property-maintenance skills., • Support from an experienced management team. Progression As Pests R Us continues to grow, there will be opportunities for the right person to take on additional responsibility. Potential progression could include: Pest Control Technician → Senior Technician → Team Leader → Operations/Field Supervisor There may also be opportunities to specialise in commercial pest management, bird control, proofing and property maintenance. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who doesn’t simply want to turn up, complete a job and leave. The ideal candidate will take pride in their work, care about the customer experience and want to develop their skills as the company grows. If you are practical, reliable, motivated and enjoy solving problems, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join Pests R Us Ltd and become part of a growing professional pest-control team.

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