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Enjoy a career without limits, earning up to 75% of your billing. We are seeking legal professionals that are keen to work on a consultancy, fee sharing basis. Taylor Rose is a top 60 law firm with over 25 offices nationwide. We are offering you a unique opportunity to take back control of your life and earnings. Choose to work from home, one of our offices or both! We are looking for individuals and groups of Solicitors, FCILEx or Licensed Conveyancers who have expertise in residential or commercial property in the private and/or public sectors with 4 years PQE + to join our consultancy Why choose us? • Earn up to 75% of what you bill; your split will not drop below 70%., • Referral of larger and established clients, • Immediate access to our accreditations and lender panels, • Choose your own clients, fees, hours and volume of work., • Work from home, 100 days access to hot-desking facilities., • PII cover up to £20 million., • Access to nationwide offices and meeting rooms., • Free calls through our app., • Fully optimised CMS and electronic systems., • Access to business development., • Dedicated liaison team., • Technical head for ops, legal support and training. And much more. So, if you want a career without limits and freedom, then we may be your next move. To find out more, contact us now to chat confidentially with one of our advisors. PS If you have less than 4 years experience you may be able to join us as a fee earning consultant, contact us for more details.

Enjoy a career without limits, earning up to 75% of your billing. We are seeking legal professionals that are keen to work on a consultancy, fee sharing basis. Taylor Rose is a top 60 law firm with over 25 offices nationwide. We are offering you a unique opportunity to take back control of your life and earnings. Choose to work from home, one of our offices or both! We are looking for individuals and groups of Solicitors, FCILEx or Licensed Conveyancers with 4 years PQE + to join our consultancy. Why choose us? • Earn up to 75% of what you bill; your split will not drop below 70%., • Choose your own clients, fees, hours and volume of work., • Work from home, 100 days access to hot-desking facilities., • PII cover up to £20 million., • Access to nationwide offices and meeting rooms., • Free calls through our app., • Immediate access to our accreditations., • Fully optimised CMS and electronic systems., • Access to business development., • Dedicated liaison team., • Technical head for ops, legal support and training. And much more. So, if you want a career without limits and freedom, then we may be your next move. To find out more, contact us now to chat confidentially with one of our advisors. PS We have more avenues for professionals wanting to be office-based, working as part of a team or have different qualification levels!

Location: South Shields (Tyne & Wear) Department: Engineering Reporting to: Head of Maintenance Package: £50,000-£55,000 Per Annum (Neg. DOE) Contract: Permanent Shifts: Day Shift - Flexibility Required for On-Call/Weekends when required. An established organisation is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to support its Head of Maintenance in delivering high-quality planned and reactive maintenance services across a diverse operational estate. The successful candidate will ensure the reliable operation of buildings, facilities and infrastructure while maintaining a safe, efficient and cost-effective service. They will lead the development and delivery of maintenance programmes, uphold statutory and regulatory compliance, and drive performance through effective contractor and resource management. • Oversee day-to-day operations and maintenance of buildings, infrastructure, equipment and services., • Ensure all facilities consistently meet operational, statutory and regulatory requirements., • Respond promptly to faults, damages and maintenance issues in line with ser...

As Deputy Head / Head of Inclusion, you will have the opportunity to lead on several critical areas of school development. This position will be that of non‑class based Deputy Head and Head of Inclusion and will include the role of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities coordinator (SENDCO). D

A prominent healthcare provider in Whitley Bay seeks a compassionate Head of Service to ensure the highest standards in food preparation and hygiene for residents. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and a range of appeali

If the smell of fresh coffee beans roasting awakens your senses and you always work with a smile, then please read on! Our Head Baristas demonstrate real passion to join our GAIL’s family and for training and developing others. You should be motivated by taking charge and want to be a positive role model. With no day being the same, you must be organised and clear talking to maximise your teams’ potential and to deliver our fresh food, bread and cakes to high standards whilst maintaining food safety standards. Through effective leadership and great execution, you’ll be ensuring our bakeries deliver great specialty coffee whilst maintaining high standards. We will treat you to amazing benefits including: Free food and drink when working 50% off food and drink when not working Pension Scheme Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24 hour GP service Cycle to work scheme Twice yearly pay review Development programmes for you to RISE with GAIL’s

If you love the smell of freshly baked bread and always work with a smile, then please read on! We are looking for Head Bakers who have a passion to join the GAIL’s family and for training and developing others. You should be motivated by taking charge and want to be a positive role model. With no day being the same, you must be organised and clear talking to maximise your teams’ potential and to deliver our fresh food, bread and cakes to high standards whilst maintaining food safety standards. You will be proving and baking items for our beautifully presented displays and know our products and recipes inside out. Our bakeries open early so typically Kitchen Team Members will start early too – it will vary between bakeries but typically around 5:30am – 6:30am As appreciation for being a Head Baker with great execution and effective leadership, we will treat you to amazing benefits including: Free food and drink when working 50% off food and drink when not working Pension Scheme Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24 hour GP service Cycle to work scheme Twice yearly pay review Development programmes for you to RISE with GAIL’s

Job title Fire and Security Engineer Function Fire Location Field based Reports to Service Manager (North/South) Responsible for staff N/A About our business JLA is a mission critical infrastructure solutions business offering services Laundry, Catering, Heating, Fire Safety, Infection Control and Air Conditioning. The company offers an end-to-end, on premise, machine supply and breakdown service proposition under the name Total Care, and additional products and services. JLA is driven by a world class Sales & Marketing engine, owns and maintains all assets, and has an efficient on-site operations team working with daily with customers. When you join the JLA family, you'll also gain access to an extensive benefits package. We care about our people and take your well-being seriously, which is why we offer a range of supportive tools for health and wellbeing, financial guidance, and legal advice. Our Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 Wellness and Lifestyle App plus a dedicated team of Mental Health First Aiders are there to support you through life's challenges. We also offer up to 8 counseling sessions, which can be in-person or remote, providing you with the support and flexibility to suit your own personal needs. You can reach any fitness goals with our free onsite gym at head office along with a range of other gym membership discounts available. To offer financial support, we not only provide life assurance coverage, company sick pay, and a company pension scheme, we offer a range of added benefits such as free office parking, eye care vouchers, a cycle-to-work scheme, and exclusive discounts through our staff benefits hub. We really pride ourselves in offering a healthy work-life balance and believe it is important to have time away to recharge which is why we provide 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible working options, and enhanced family leave policies. We are a company that appreciates you and invests in your success and even have a Colleague Recognition Scheme to celebrate your achievements. We're dedicated to your growth, offering support in career development and training. We value your referrals, and through our Refer a Friend scheme, you can earn up to £1,000 in bonus rewards! Role overview Safety systems maintenance engineer including reactive calls Key tasks Responsible for maintenance as per level 2 and phase 2 reactive calls to sites where customers have called in faulty systems (when senior guy is already on job). Part of the OOH call out rota. To carry enhanced van stock to achieve high 1st fix rate. Responsible for van stock in the same manner as level 1 and 2. Service Delivery Demonstrate an understanding of what service delivery excellence is for your role, ensuring you deliver the basics right every time and are part of a team where service is central to good performance. Managing Risk Awareness of your operational and regulation risks which may impend your operations. Responsibility for reporting to your line manager any risk which may impact the business Managing Health & Safety Conduct any Risk Assessments and Method Statements, compiling reports in line with H&S requirements Liaising with the Head of Compliance to ensure any compliance as part of your role is in line with the framework set. Criteria Essential (attributes required for candidate to be considered) Desirable (attributes can be trained or developed) Knowledge and Skills (what you know and what you can do) Good understanding of safety systems Understanding of relevant BS to task Able to fault find and rectify Experience (what you have done) Personal qualities (the way you think and act) Good customer service skills Ability to communicate clearly. Able to use own initiative. Qualifications Asbestos Training FIA Foundation FIA Environmental FIA H&S PAT Testing BFC Extinguishers Part P Electrical FIA Maintenance Unit TPBN1_UKTJ

Zenith are looking to recruit an experienced HR Trainer to work from its head office in Hebburn. As an HR Trainer you will be a commercially minded HR professional, providing practical HR support to Zenith customers as part of the Recruit, Retain and Thrive project. Also, from April 2026 deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment for HR apprenticeships (primarily Level 3 HR Support, with potential to support Level 5 in time), making sure learners achieve on time and employers see value. You must have real HR experience in industry and be confident translating “what good HR looks like” into training, coaching and documentation for learners and employers. You will also work to funding/compliance standards, Ofsted expectations and Zenith’s internal quality framework. Role responsibilities: HR Support (Client-Facing) * Be a named HR contact for a portfolio of Zenith customers, providing timely, inclusive, risk aware advice on ER, absence, performance, probation, recruitment and onboarding. * Draft/ review HR documentation (contracts, handbooks, policies, letters) in line with UK employment law and ACAS guidance. * Coach line managers to handle day-to-day HR issues confidently and consistently. * Align HR support to business needs - retention, engagement, restructuring, growth hiring. * Spot opportunities to introduce Zenith’s wider services (recruitment, apprenticeships, skills bootcamps, commercial HR training) and pass into the wider team. * Create and foster a peer network of HR managers. Apprenticeship Delivery & Teaching * Deliver engaging workshops/sessions (face-to-face and remote) * HR legislation and policy * Recruitment and selection * Employee lifecycle and onboarding * Performance management and appraisal * Employment law and ethics * HR systems and data handling * Prepare lesson plans and schemes of work that meet the apprenticeship standard and reflect current HR practice. * Use initial assessment to tailor learning for apprentices with different starting points. * Liaise with employers to make sure training reflects live HR tasks in their business. * Set, mark and give feedback on work-based tasks, portfolio evidence and EPA readiness. * Promote Maths/English in context (e.g. interpreting HR metrics, writing HR reports). Learner & Employer Management * Manage a caseload of learners and employers, ensuring timely achievement and progression. * Monitor progress on the e-portfolio/LMS and intervene early where learners fall behind. * Provide impartial IAG on HR career routes (HR Assistant → HR Advisor → CIPD, etc.). * Deliver commercial or CPD HR training when required. Quality, Compliance & Safeguarding * Ensure compliance with awarding body, ESFA and Ofsted requirements - including audit readiness, IQA and accurate record keeping. * Attend caseload reviews and contribute to internal and external audits. * Promote Safeguarding, Prevent, British Values and EDI in all sessions. * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment law, CIPD standards and changes in the HR sector. * Deliver against internal KPIs for retention, success rates, employer satisfaction and documentation. Person Specification Essential CIPD Level 5 (or strong equivalent HR generalist experience). Recent in-house HR/people experience in a commercial or industrial setting. Confident delivering to groups and 1:1, in person and online. Strong written skills - policies, letters, feedback to learners. Good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Experience using online learning/assessment platforms. Organised and able to work to targets (learner progress, achievement, customer SLAs). Full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle; flexible to travel across the region. To believe in and demonstrate Zenith’s values and team charter behaviours. Be willing to work flexible hours and locations as required, be committed and enthusiastic. Desirable Teaching/assessing qualification (AET/PTLLS, CAVA/TAQA, or willing to work towards). Experience of apprenticeships/work-based learning and Ofsted/ESFA requirements. Experience with SMEs where HR is being built from low base. Understanding of how AI/HR tech is emerging in people functions (nice to have for futureproofing delivery). Zenith Training is the fast-growing learning and development division of Zenith People. We work across various sectors, integrating strategic thinking with innovative training to help businesses deliver their strategy and future growth across the Northeast. As an Ofsted Rated Good provider and ISO 9001:2015 certified organisation, we’re committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and continuous improvement in everything we do. We’re a growing business, and we’re always looking to bring like-minded, talented individuals on board to support the achievement of our business objectives. So if you feel that we sound like the type of business you can see yourself working in and think that you have something to bring to our table, please get in touch – we’d love to hear from you! Benefits of working with Zenith: Enhanced Holiday Package – Enjoy more time off to recharge. Great Working Environment – Supportive, collaborative, and positive culture. Free Parking – Convenient and cost-saving for all staff. Pension Salary Sacrifice – Tax-efficient way to boost your retirement savings. Cycle to Work Scheme – Promote health and sustainability. Extra Pension Contributions – Additional employer contributions after probation. Hybrid Working – 1 day per week working from home (after probation). Social Gatherings – 4 events per year to connect and celebrate. Death in Service (DIS) – 4x salary for peace of mind. Training & Development – Continuous learning and career growth opportunities. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Includes a wellbeing app for mental health support. Birthday Off – Celebrate your special day with an extra day off

Sous Chef - Permanent Role | Blue Arrow Newcastle Are you ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Blue Arrow Newcastle are delighted to recruit a passionate, driven Sous Chef for a thriving, well-loved pub in Whitley Bay . Known for its comfort food classics, generous portions, and unwavering commitment to quality , this venue is the perfect place for a chef who loves hearty, flavour-packed dishes delivered with high standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a strong kitchen team where your ideas, energy and leadership will genuinely make an impact. Why This Role Is a Great Opportunity Join a friendly, high-performing kitchen that values creativity and consistency Work with a Head Chef who encourages development and progression Enjoy a stable work pattern with a permanent contract Step into a role where you can truly take ownership and shine What You'll Be Doing - Sous Chef Responsibilities As Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in driving the kitchen forward. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the Head Chef with daily operations and stepping up in their absence Leading and motivating junior chefs to deliver high-quality service Helping with menu development, specials, and fresh ideas Ensuring every dish leaves the pass with consistency, quality, and great presentation Maintaining excellent kitchen hygiene, food safety, and allergen standards Overseeing stock control, ordering, and minimising waste Contributing to a positive, energetic and collaborative kitchen culture If you love pubs that take pride in proper food done well - this is the perfect setting. Hours & Working Pattern 36 hours per week Core shifts: Monday: 09:00 - 21:00 Wednesday: 09:00 - 21:00 Thursday: 09:00 - 21:00 Opportunities to pick up extra hours Around one weekend shift per month , with potential for more if desired Stable, consistent rota in a supportive kitchen environment Salary £26,200 - £28,000 per year depending on experience. A solid, secure salary with great work-life balance. Who We're Looking For Experienced Sous Chef OR a strong Chef de Partie ready to step up Someone who thrives in a busy kitchen with high standards Confident, organised, and passionate about delivering excellent food A team player who brings energy, ideas, and pride to every service Interested? To apply, please send your most up-to-date CV to Blue Arrow Newcastle. This is a fantastic chance to join a respected pub with a brilliant reputation - don't miss out. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. TPBN1_UKCT