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Are you a passionate and qualified Chef looking for a better work life balance? If you are keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and high standards, Barchester is the place to be! Your Benefits and Rewards \n * Working days and alternate weekends only, across 4/5 days a week \n * Rewarding Excellence' bonus where you will be financially rewarded up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection \n * Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend' scheme, earning up to £500* per referral \n * Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts with big brands, supermarkets and travel companies \n * Free access to medical specialists, who are on hand for a second opinion if you need it \n * Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services \n * Tax Code Review Service to check you're on the right code and paying the right level of tax \n * Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside your colleagues nationwide \n Your Experience and Qualifications \n * A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents \n * Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent \n * Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team \n * Experience of working with fresh seasonal food with a good understanding of nutrition \n * The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our homes \n * Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus \n * Experience working with a front of house team to ensure the restaurants are set up to a high standard \n * Good understanding of HACCP and COSHH \n * Knowledge around modified diets using the IDDSI framework (If new to care, we will train and develop chefs on these techniques) \n Your Role and Responsibilities \n * Lead, motivate and inspire a team, develop and upskill where required \n * Menu development, tailoring around residents to ensure we deliver person-centred hospitality \n * Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked of the highest standards \n * Bake fresh cakes, scones and breads from scratch \n * Assist the front of house team with setting up of the dining areas \n * Work within budget, complete regular audits and stock control \n * Create a warm, efficient and fun environment \n * Ongoing recruitment and retention \n * Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house \n As a Head Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long hours. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development. We are exceptionally proud of our Barchester Chef Academy, where chefs have the opportunity to learn new techniques and further develop their skills, whilst also sharing their knowledge to support the growth of others across the business. This fantastic academy experience is held throughout the year and is offered to all of our chefs. Our internal Learning and Development team also offer industry recognised apprenticeships and further qualifications to chefs and hospitality team members who are looking to build upon and/or develop their skills. Interested? If you are a motivated and dedicated chef who is ready to be part of something special, apply today! *Terms & conditions apply 8765

Are you a qualified Chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Second Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Here at Barchester, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Assist Head Chef in menu development Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control REWARDS PACKAGE Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500* per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK *Terms & conditions apply If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be. Hours-07:00-17:00 8765

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the warm and homely surroundings that are so important to delivering quality care and support. Leading a team of housekeeping staff, you'll ensure that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standards. The Head of Housekeeping role demands excellent attention to detail, but we'll also rely on you to motivate everyone in your team to be at their best. Put simply, you'll help to make your care home a shining example of a high quality care environment. ABOUT YOU Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment will be very advantageous for the role of Head of Housekeeping. We'll also look for a proven ability to lead and inspire a team. A caring nature and good communication skills are important as you'll often come into contact with other members of staff, residents and their relatives. 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.

Ready for the career upgrade that's years away at your current firm? Ready for empowerment - a say in your law firm? Ready to take a bigger slice of the profit, you've helped build? Ready for law, the Hedges way? If you are looking for a better deal, better work-life balance and no limits, we'd love to talk. Let's keep things relaxed with an informal and completely confidential virtual coffee to see where we can take this. We look forward to chatting. Part-time / Flexible / 4 Day Week Supported —---------------- Life in many law firms can mean long hours, undue pressure, and little balance, but not at Hedges. As an employee-owned firm, we put people first, creating a supportive culture where wellbeing and collaboration sit alongside excellence. Join us as Head of Family Team, and you'll find your expertise valued, your growth encouraged, and your career thriving without sacrificing what matters most. We know the challenges that face most Solicitors in-practice which is why we transformed the outdated model of legal services by putting ownership in the hands of those who deliver them. At Hedges Law , every case, every client and every decision is powered by people who are personally invested in long-term success. As one of the first legal firms in the UK to become employee owned, you will be part of this exclusive club and literally own this success. No having to wait around for the ‘Financial Freedom Day', that may never come. From day one you will be: • A share of the business (with NO buy-in) • Empowered (everyone really does have a voice) • Valued • Challenged by high-quality work for HNW clients • Set-off at the right pace • Nurtured and developed • Accelerated (faster career progression) • Paid what you are worth, faster than you can in your current gig ============================ About Hedges Law: We may have a 235-year heritage, but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull and oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we've evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. The Role at a Glance: Head of Team, Family Solicitor Wallingford/Oxford/Chipping Norton/ hybrid £120,000 Plus Bonus, Company Profit Share & Extensive Benefits Reporting to: Directors Your Skills: Best-in-class Family-Law advice. Professional support to the team members and delivering legal services to our high net worth clients. The legal role will involve advising on all family related matters, including divorce and separation, children disputes, financial remedy claims, pre- and post-nuptial settlements, domestic violence, cohabitation matters, ToLATA claims, domestic violence, surrogacy and adoption, etc. Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture Structure: Limited company. Part Employee Owned (1 of only 35 such law firms in the country) Team Size: 50 awesome ‘Hedgeholders' About You: • Qualified Solicitor with significant legal experience and a high level of proven competency in the family law field. Specifically, experience in the high net worth financial remedy claims and contested proceedings is essential. • A solid billing history & clean claims record • Able to deliver high quality legal services with outstanding client care • Extremely organised and possess great time management skills • Warm & personable • Always seeking continued learning and self-development • Excellent IT skills and have strong desire to learn new ways of working • Positive, optimistic, hardworking and possess a can-do attitude • Able to embrace team working and have a keenness to help colleagues • Professional in appearance • Ability to contribute to marketing and business growth Loved by other ‘Hedgeholders' • People-focused culture that empowers you to LOVE work • A supportive team • Best-in-class tech (Actionstep) to make your life easier • Career growth without barriers • An incredible eclectic mix of Interesting, creative, affluent and uber-successful HNW clients • Hand-built invested team who win and succeed together • City-quality legal work set against the backdrop of Oxfordshire & the Cotswolds Benefits: • 25/28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays dependent on position • Life Insurance • Flu Vouchers • Company pension • Profit sharing (Employee Ownership) • Salary Sacrifice • Paperless Technology: to make your life easier • Coaching and Personal Development • Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture • High Pedigree Team At Hedges, this isn't just another role - it's your opportunity to lead, to shape, and to truly own your future. We've reimagined what a career in law can look like: where excellence is matched with balance, where ambition meets genuine reward, and where your voice carries real weight. If you're ready to escape the limits of traditional firms and step into a culture that champions innovation, ownership, and people-first values, then your next chapter starts here. Application notice... We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR. TPBN1_UKTJ

At Grundon, we are on the lookout for a dynamic, passionate, and driven individual to join our Data team based in Benson. Reporting into the Head of IT/ Finance Director you will play a key role in driving our mission forward managing and optimising the organisation's data warehouse to ensure high performance, reliability, and accessibility. This role will progressively encompass the design and development of a new data warehouse, along with the structured oversight of its migration process. Working closely within a cross-functional team, you will help translate business requirements into effective data solutions that drive informed, data-driven decision-making across the organisation. Please note as part of this role you will be required to attend to the office a minimum of 3 days each week What will you do Take ownership of the current Data Warehouse, ensuring its ongoing optimisation and development while maintaining best practices in data mapping, coding standards, and data quality. Design, develop, and maintain a scalable data warehouse architecture, integrating data from multiple internal and external sources using connectors and APIs. Safeguard data integrity, accuracy, consistency, and security across all warehouse and reporting environments. Diagnose and resolve data model performance issues, maintaining comprehensive documentation of data flows and reporting structures. Collaborate with Business Analysts and stakeholders to identify needs, integrate new data sources, and support evolving business requirements. Oversee project deliverables and timelines, ensuring the timely completion of all data-related initiatives . Ensure full compliance with all Company policies and procedures including health and safety and employment. Any other duties, such as ad hoc projects, as requested by the job holder's Manager/Supervisor or the Board of Directors that are within the skills and capabilities of the job holder. About You Minimum 2 years' experience in database architecture and management, including semantic cube development. Proficient in SQL, data modelling, and transforming raw data into structured formats. Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate business needs into technical solutions. Familiarity with Azure Fabric; experience with DAX, Jet Analytics, or NAV is advantageous. About Grundon? Grundon is the UK's largest family-owned supplier of integrated waste management and environmental services. Founded in 1929, we have developed a distinctive approach that has helped us to maintain a leading position within the waste industry. This approach is underpinned by our commitment to quality of service, innovation and technical progress, together with a genuine and demonstrable concern for the environment. TPBN1_UKTJ

Plasma Control Engineer Abingdon OX14 3DB, UK Full-time Salary: £42,858 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) plus excellent benefits, including outstanding pension Division: Plasma Science and Fusion Operations Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire Confirmed Grade: Level 4 Department: Sensors and Control Company Description By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today.You could be just the right applicant for this job Read all associated information and make sure to apply.Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the worlds energy? If so, read on.Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs.UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground breaking advancements.Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrows power stations.In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.As an employee of UKAEA, you will benefit from:- Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.- Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).- Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.- Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.- Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays.- Wide range of career development opportunities .- A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive .What to expect in our recruitment process: For a step-by-step overview of how we hire from application to offer, please see our Recruitment Process page.Job Description The salary for this role is £42,858 (inclusive of a Specialist Allowance) plus excellent benefits, including outstanding pension .Onsite working is expected for 3 days a week, however, we actively consider requests for flexible working .This role is based at the following site: Culham, Oxfordshire .This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of open source data.The Role Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our team and contribute to the future of fusion energy.As a Plasma Control Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development and operation of Plasma Control Systems (PCS) to ensure that experiments can be conducted on fusion devices.Primarily focused on MAST-U and STEP, the role will also support other tokamaks around the world.This role covers the full lifecycle of control systems development, from defining requirements and system specification to modelling, implementation, commissioning, operation, and eventual decommissioning.You will provide software support to maintain and develop tools and models to support plasma operations for national and international fusion programmes.You are also expected to contribute towards publications in technical journals and international conferences.Dependent on their knowledge, experience, and interest, the successful candidate will be encouraged to train for a role within the MAST-U control room, working with the operational team to configure and safely operate the MAST-U device to achieve experimental goals.Additional Responsibilities:- Contribute to the development, operation, and maintenance of software, tools and models for MAST-U Plasma Control System and for the STEP programme.This involves evaluation, testing and refining software as well as maintaining suitable documentation of both the physical hardware and software configuration of systems.- Collaborate with, and provide advice to, external organisations within the European Fusion community in the development of software related to plasma control and operations.- Undertake software and control system development for other (non-MAST-U) projects for internal and external customers.This involves working with scientists and engineers to understand project requirements, architect solutions and discuss potential areas for future collaboration.- Manage your own tasks over days or weeks with attention to quality, timescales and communication.Ensure progress reports are submitted to task managers/project leads on time.- Prepare and deliver technical presentations for internal and external forums.Qualifications Essential Requirements:- Degree in a scientific, engineering, or technical subject (e.g.Plasma Physics, Control Engineering, Robotics, Software Engineering).- Demonstrable experience of developing working, understandable software in at least one language used in scientific or engineering applications (particularly Python, C/C++, Fortran).- Knowledge and experience of real-time control systems.- Appetite and ability to learn and apply new technologies.- Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate well on projects.Desirable:- PhD or equivalent research experience working in an academic or industrial research environment.- Knowledge of plasma physics or fusion fundamentals.- Experience in Plasma Physics or experimental experience at a fusion research institution.- Knowledge and experience of developing FPGA solutions for real-time applications.Additional Information For a full list of benefits and to apply, select the apply button to be taken through to the UKAEA careers pages.UKAEAs mission is clean energy for all, and we welcome talented people from all backgrounds who want to help us achieve our mission.We are under-represented from some groups and so want to encourage applications in particular from women in STEM, people from Black British Caribbean and African backgrounds and from Pakistani and Bangladeshi British backgrounds.Our Executive team, supported by our Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and Wellbeing and our EDI Networks actively promote Inclusion and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation.We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success.UK Atomic Energy Authority is committed to being accessible.Please contact us if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information.Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications.d02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173

Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Abingdon Rd, Culham, UK Full-time Salary: £56,596 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) excellent benefits including outstanding pension Division: Integrated Engineering Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire Confirmed Grade: Level 5 Department: Electrical Engineering Company Description By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today.Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application.Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the worlds energy? If so, read on.Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs.UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements.Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrows power stations.In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative.As an employee of UKAEA, you will benefit from:- Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.- Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).- Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.- Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.- Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays.- Wide range of career development opportunities .- A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive .Job Description The salary for this role is £56,596 (inclusive of a Specialist Allowance).Onsite working is expected, however, we can also discuss hybrid working where possible, depending on business needs.This role is based at the following site: Culham, Oxfordshire.This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of open source data.The Role Were looking for a Senior Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer to join our team driving the future of fusion energy.In this exciting role, youll lead the design, development, and delivery of advanced control and safety systems that power some of the UKs most innovative and high-tech facilities.From initial concepts to commissioning, youll take full ownership of complex work packages, solving technical challenges, responding to plant faults, and ensuring robust, safe solutions.Youll also lead technical studies, produce key documentation, and oversee the work of staff and contractors on major installations and upgrades.In this role, you will use strong communication and influencing skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and stakeholders, effectively manage your time and workload to meet targets, and independently identify and solve complex technical problems.If youre ready to make a real impact and apply your expertise in a fast-paced, high-tech, research-driven environment, wed love to hear from you.Apply now and be part of the future of clean energy.Key Accountabilities:- Lead and deliver C&I projects from concept to detailed design, including enhancement programmes and future fusion systems, ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective execution.- Take technical ownership of multiple control and safety systems, covering installation, software development, testing, commissioning, and maintenance across UKAEA facilities.- Develop technical documentation and software , including system architecture, control philosophies, and coding in platforms such as Siemens TIA S7, PCS7, LabVIEW, ABB 800xA, Python, and C++.- Collaborate across disciplines to capture requirements, perform HAZOP assessments, chair design reviews, and guide solutions through the full lifecycle with end users and stakeholders.- Supervise teams and ensure compliance , overseeing contractors, authorising electrical work, managing project milestones, and maintaining adherence to safety, quality, and technical standards.Qualifications Essential:- A degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent, and relevant professional experience in an engineering role.Or HND in Electrical/Electronic discipline, or equivalent qualification level, with a greater breadth and depth of experience/knowledge.- Strong practical knowledge of PLC and SCADA systems, along with a solid understanding of EC&I documents such as SLDs, P&IDs, C&Es, and schematics.- Experienced in safe working practices and procedures, including preparing safety documentation like risk assessments, method statements, permits, and isolations.- Must demonstrate a high level of experience in the design, installation and testing of Control and Instrumentation software and hardware systems.Desirable:- Chartered Engineer status with a suitable professional institution.- Functional Safety qualifications (e.g.TV Rheinland FSEng).- Experience with Siemens, LabVIEW, ABB 800Xa or similar control system applications.- Experience working in a scientific / engineering environment following strict safety processes.- Supervisory experience.Additional Information For a full list of benefits and to apply, select the apply button to be taken through to the UKAEA careers pages.UKAEAs mission is clean energy for all, and we welcome talented people from all backgrounds who want to help us achieve our mission.We are under-represented from some groups and so want to encourage applications in particular from women in STEM, people from Black British Caribbean and African backgrounds and from Pakistani and Bangladeshi British backgrounds.Our Executive team, supported by our Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and Wellbeing and our EDI Networks actively promote Inclusion and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation.We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success.UK Atomic Energy Authority is committed to being accessible.Please contact us if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information.d02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173