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Due to our client's ambitious growth plans and continued success, we are looking for a dynamic New Business Lead to join the Marketplace team, based at Head Office in Plymouth. Role Overview As New Business Lead, you will be at the forefront of expanding the marketplace, responsible for identifying, recruiting, and onboarding new sellers. You'll source sellers whose products align with key categories, customer demand, and long-term growth strategy. This is a commercially focused role requiring strong business acumen and a solid grasp of marketplace dynamics. You'll build and manage a pipeline of sellers, assess potential partnerships, and ensure a seamless onboarding process. Working closely with the Marketplace Manager and wider teams, you will help new sellers succeed, driving category expansion, customer satisfaction, and the overall performance of the Marketplace. You will report directly to the Marketplace Manager. Key Responsibilities Identify and recruit new sellers across priority categories in line with Marketplace strategy. Develop and deliver acquisition strategies to meet new business growth targets. Drive seller acquisition initiatives, from lead generation to contract closure. Conduct competitor and market analysis to spot opportunities and trends. Collaborate with the Marketplace Manager to prioritise high-potential categories. Vet and onboard sellers, ensuring compliance with company, legal, and regulatory standards. Provide hands-on support to sellers throughout their first 4–6 months, ensuring smooth integration. Transition sellers to the Account Management team, highlighting key insights and opportunities. Manage accurate and timely product onboarding processes. Represent at trade shows and webinars, building awareness and attracting sellers. Develop compelling pitches and value propositions to showcase the benefits of joining the Marketplace. Track, manage, and report on KPIs, including acquisition metrics, revenue growth, and seller performance. Deliver training and onboarding sessions for new sellers. Use Zendesk to resolve seller queries and maintain high satisfaction levels. Partner with marketing to create acquisition campaigns and support seller launches. Lead and mentor team members, ensuring best practices and continuous process improvement. Essential Skills & Experience 3–5+ years' experience in business development, sales, or partner acquisition (marketplace/e-commerce/digital platform experience preferred). Proven ability to identify and seize commercial opportunities. Degree preferred (not essential), with strong written, analytical, and numerical skills. Strong commercial knowledge of retail and online selling. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Experience with seller onboarding and marketplace ecosystems desirable. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, reporting, data analysis). Highly organised with strong administrative and prioritisation skills. Professional, collaborative, and a confident team player. If you are interested or have the relevant experience and are currently looking for a new challenge then please submit an up to date CV by clicking the ‘apply' button. By applying for this position, you confirm that you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for the purposes of recruitment, employment and working finding service. TPBN1_UKTJ

Reference: 1426The Business Group Knowledge Lawyer (BGKL) is a senior lawyer role which will report directly to the Business Group Head (BGH) for our Real Estate Business Group which encompasses our core real estate teams, residential development and planning. For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on. In this role you will work strategically with the BGH to help deliver innovation projects and other priorities. This will include playing a key role in promoting the use of our self-service legal technology toolkit and liaising with our Legal Technology Application Manager, acting as the subject matter expert for legal technology tools that are applicable to the Real Estate Business Group.What does the role include?You will be part of a team of two knowledge lawyers and a knowledge paralegal who will work with the BGH and the various teams across the business group to drive a culture of excellence and continuous development of our legal knowledge. You will facilitate an environment where teams and individual fee-earners feel empowered develop their own knowledge and skills and can see the value in doing so.There is not expectation to be a subject matter expert for every specialism within the business group. Instead, you'll work collaboratively with the teams to ensure that every team has the right processes in place for onboarding trainees, developing early-stage talent, keeping abreast of new legal developments, sharing knowledge and much moreYou will be leading the dissemination of legal and best practice updates, identifying and mitigating existing and new risks, and identifying and implementing new ways of working, particularly where those initiatives are broadly applicable across the business group.In addition to working closely with the BGH, you will work with the Chief Innovation Officer (and the wider Innovation & Legal Technology Team) to support the continued use, development and adoption of legal technology, drive innovation, and identify more effective ways of delivering legal services.What are the core responsibilities and deliverables?You willwork closely with the other Knowledge Lawyer and the Knowledge Paralegal in the real estate business group to deliver the following:Continuous review of each team's processes for developing legal knowledge, ensuring consistency and best practice across all teams.Promote knowledge development across the teams through our third-party content and knowledge tools. Manage training and development of legal knowledge for trainees and other early-stage talent.Implement, maintain and review a training programme across the business group, and facilitate training within teams and sub-teams as necessary.Ensure teams and sub-teams have the necessary tools and (where still applicable) precedent banks of relevant documents and information required to deliver excellent client service.Provide guidance and support to the Knowledge Paralegal ; particularly ensuring that the Paralegal is effectively fulfilling their primary role in helping teams to co-ordinate the development of legal knowledge.Work with the BGH and play a key role in promoting the use of AI and our firmwide legal technology toolkit, acting as the subject matter expert for legal technology tools that are specific to the real estate group (eg Orbital and Avail).Leading on the sharing of information of broad applicability to the business group on risk, working practices, and legal updates.Supporting the business development team in responding to tender questions relating specifically to knowledge management in the business group.Work with our business development, marketing and content creation teams in terms of horizon scanning ; monitoring Bills, Law Commission consultations, major case law developments and other relevant sources to ensure the teams are well sighted on legal changes which present opportunities for us to provide thought leadership, marketing and proactive solutions to our clients.Supporting the wider Knowledge for Growth team on client training, events and other client facing materials and our Informed Counsel programme where the sessions are to be delivered on topics relevant to the Business Group.What does the ideal candidate look like?You'll need to have extensive experience of working within the real estate team of a large UK law practice. You should also be able to demonstrate an interest in innovation and AI. You will need to be a self-starter taking the initiative to work with a variety of people both across our firm and externally to bring expertise to the group. Communication skills are key as well as the ability to interpret new content and drive new ways of working. You'll be influencing change, introducing new concepts/processes and championing innovation.To be successful in this role you'll need as a minimum:You will need to be a qualified lawyer with at least 5 year's + PQE.Able to demonstrate strong knowledge of English and Welsh real estate law (you will support our Scottish real estate team but prior knowledge of Scottish real estate is not required).Have a strong interest in innovation and the development and adoption of AI tools.Previous experience of coaching, delivering training presentations or mentoring other colleagues.Experience of working within a large professional services practice.What makes it great to work here?We continually work hard to create an open culture that sets us apart from other firms. As signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, it's important to us that our people are able to maintain healthy and happy lives, both in and out of work. We have a number of resources and initiatives designed to support health and wellbeing and we're very happy to talk flexible working.Through our DEI initiatives we create an environment in which difference is valued. We have an Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Group, led by our Board Sponsor, which works with our colleague networks (we currently have firm supported networks for race, ethnicity, and cultural heritage, LGBTQ+, disabilities, neurodiversity, families, and women's career development and we're in constant dialogue with our people about how we expand our networks to better support everybody). Find out more about DEI at WBD here. We encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities and sexual orientations.We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long term condition and need us to make any adjustments to give you the best possible recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the recruiter on the right hand side of this page. Please also let us know if you need this job advert or the application form in a different format.We will offer an interview to candidates with a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum criteria for this role. You can opt into this scheme within the application form. Your response to this question is only used for this purpose, is only visible to the recruitment team and is not used for data monitoring. We are an in-house recruitment team and will always aim to fill our roles directly in the first instance. xrnqpay If you're an agency, please click here for ways that you can work with us.What makes it great to work here?Location:Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Newcastle, Plymouth, Southampton Contract Type:Permanent Work location:Hybrid

Location: Hybrid – expectation to attend office twice a week (Plymouth/Exeter/Weston) Salary: £60,000 p.a. Contract: Full Time, Permanent At Delt, we are committed to delivering reliable, secure and high-performing technology services that enable our customers to operate effectively. We are looking for an experienced Connectivity & Communication Service Owner to lead the operational delivery, performance and continual improvement of our Connectivity & Communication services. Reporting to the Head of IT Infrastructure, this role combines people leadership, service ownership and operational management. You will be accountable for ensuring that our connectivity and communication services remain resilient, supportable and customer-focused, while leading a skilled third-line technical team. Working closely with the Connectivity & Communication Lead Architect, you will help ensure that operational delivery, technical direction and team capability are aligned, enabling the successful delivery of both business-as-usual and transformational objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative leader with strong service management experience and a passion for delivering outstanding customer outcomes. • Lead and manage the Connectivity & Communication team, ensuring clear priorities, accountability and high standards of performance., • Take ownership of recruitment, induction, performance management, development planning, wellbeing and succession planning within the team., • Create a positive, inclusive and professional working environment where colleagues can thrive., • Plan and allocate resources across incidents, requests, maintenance activities, service improvements and project commitments., • Own and drive service performance, including service levels, availability, customer satisfaction and operational effectiveness., • Ensure incidents and major incidents are managed effectively, including the completion of corrective and preventative actions., • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, stakeholders and suppliers., • Collaborate with teams across Infrastructure, EUC, Hosting, Applications, Cyber Security, Field Support and Service Management to ensure seamless delivery., • Ensure support documentation, knowledge articles, service procedures and escalation routes remain current and accessible., • Drive operational readiness for new and changed services prior to acceptance into live service., • Manage service risks, dependencies, supplier performance, configuration oversight and service continuity activities., • Lead continual service improvement initiatives using operational data, customer feedback and service trends., • Work closely with the Lead Architect on service roadmaps, lifecycle management, resilience planning, capacity requirements and technical risk management. We're looking for a strong service leader who can balance people management, operational delivery and customer engagement within a complex technical environment. • Experience leading a network operations, infrastructure, or third-line support team within an enterprise or managed service environment., • Strong people management experience, including recruitment, performance management, development planning and supporting colleague wellbeing., • Proven experience owning service performance, customer outcomes, incident management, and continual service improvement., • Ability to balance competing operational, maintenance and project priorities, making effective, evidence-based decisions., • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across technical teams, customers, suppliers and service functions., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including service reporting, customer communications and escalation management., • Good understanding of IT Service Management practices, including incident, problem, change, request, knowledge, configuration, availability, capacity and service continuity management., • Experience ensuring operational processes, documentation and support arrangements are effective, accessible and fit for purpose., • Commercial awareness and experience managing supplier relationships and service delivery performance., • Sufficient technical knowledge of networking and connectivity services to effectively lead operational delivery and service ownership activities., • Relevant qualifications in IT service management, project delivery, supplier management or networking technologies would be advantageous. At Delt, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a collaborative and supportive working environment where innovation, continuous improvement and professional development are encouraged. This role provides a fantastic opportunity to influence the performance and future direction of critical technology services while leading a talented team and making a real difference to our customers. Benefits include: • Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, • Up to 12 flex leave days a year, • Matched contribution pension scheme up to 10% of salary, • Life assurance scheme, • Opportunities to buy and sell leave, • Employee shopping savings portal, • Opportunities for training to be funded by Delt, • EV salary sacrifice, • Performance Related Pay, • Employee assistance programme supporting mental and physical wellbeing #J-18808-Ljbffr

We have an opening for a Senior Planner to join VolkerStevin on our long term framework in Plymouth, this is a fantastic opportunity for a senior Planner to join our team, be involved in major Civil Engineering projects and further your career. If you are a Planner looking for your next step you would also be considered. Overview: Under the supervision of the Planning Manager and Project lead to be responsible for implementing the requirements of the project planning/programme requirements in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards, ensuring compliance with the business management systems. The role may also have aspects of team management as and when required. A key part of the role is to establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with the project team, customer, supply chain and the wider planning community, becoming an integrated member of the project team., Responsible at TENDER STAGE to the Planning Manager and Bid Manager for the range of activities involved in the project planning life cycle, which includes: • Ensuring that the programme content is functionally compliant with the planning procedures and guidance, • Identifying planning scope, programme constraints and contract requirements, • Identifying major quantities and factors that may affect the programme, • Establishing and agreeing construction outputs, project calendars and working hours with operational support and Estimator, • Develop key methods of construction, sequencing, installation and commissioning works and agree with operational support and the Bid Team, • Producing and documenting the planning deliverables including tender planning worksheet, presentations, reports and drive the planning philosophy/strategy, • Produce the Tender Programme and supporting information in accordance with the tender requirements, • Actively value engineering alternatives and identify risks/opportunities, • Generation of time risk quantum and strategy for delivery stage for approval by the Planning Manager/Bid Manager, • Reconciling VolkerStevin and sub-contract plant/labour and major material elements with the Estimator, • Ensuring that the Contract Programme is produced, managed and maintained in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards, • The overall planning strategy and the timing/sequence of the contract programme activities, • Maintaining the planning deliverables in the timeframe agreed with the Project Team. These include monthly contract programme updates, monthly programme reporting and submission documentation, • The issue and communication of the Contract Programme to the Project Lead for onward issue to Client and Project Team, • Ensuring that all other planning and programming necessary for the execution of the contract is properly undertaken, • Lead the collaborative planning sessions with the project team, • Drive change control and recovery through the administration of the contract requirements, • Update information for design and procurement schedules, • Actively manage production of as built data to update progress and productivity metrics to include in progress updates, • Analyse productivity trends and use to influence the forward planning of the project, • Implement the time risk strategy through out delivery in accordance with the agreed planning strategy, • Expedite the production of change programmes and drive resolution with the project team, • Completes planners reports and monthly dashboard requirements on time and actions the output A Degree or HND in a relevant subject is desirable, as is Professional membership of one or more of the following: RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE. • Construction Knowledge - Have a broad knowledge of various construction methods and techniques, • Risk & Opportunity - Be able to develop the project time risk strategy and seek opportunity, • Commercial Knowledge - Have practical experience of various contract and programme/planning requirements within contract, • Results Driven - Demonstrates a passion and excitement for their work. Tackle problems head on and work to resolve without delay Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service., VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. • By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients., We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive., VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: • Competitive salary, • Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday, • Option to buy additional annual leave, • Private medical care, • Pension, • Life Assurance, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts, • Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training, • Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits, • Employee Assistance, • Flexible working opportunities programme • Mental health, physical health, and financial support, • 24/7 Virtual GP service #J-18808-Ljbffr

Head of Litigation - 5+ PQE - Plymouth Location: Plymouth Office Type of Role: Full-time Salary: £55,000 to £70,000 DOE Chadwick Nott are pleased to be working with a well-regarded South West law firm, currently seeking a Head of Litigation to join their Plymouth office. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE and a strong background in general litigation, property disputes, and contentious probate. Experience in personal injury is desirable but not essential. The Role This is a strategic and hands-on position, offering the chance to lead a busy litigation department and shape its future direction. Responsibilities include: • Managing and developing a varied caseload across litigation, property, and contentious probate, • Leading and supporting the litigation team to ensure high standards of service delivery, • Advising clients on complex legal matters and providing practical, solutions-focused guidance, • Representing clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings, • Building strong client relationships and enhancing the firm's reputation, • Driving business development and departmental growth, • Mentoring and supervising junior team members Candidate Requirements This role is suited to a qualified Solicitor with: • Minimum 5 years' PQE in litigation, • Strong technical knowledge across general litigation, property disputes, and contentious probate, • Proven leadership and team management experience, • Excellent client care and communication skills, • Commercial awareness and strategic thinking, • Ability to work independently and collaboratively Working Arrangements • This is a full-time role based in the firm's Plymouth office. The firm promotes a collaborative and inclusive working culture, with a strong emphasis on professional development and team wellbeing. Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers: • Supportive leadership and career progression opportunities, • A harmonious and inclusive work environment, • Opportunities for professional development and training, • Recognition as part of an award-winning team If you would like a confidential conversation about this opportunity, or are exploring your next career move, please contact: Olivia Reed | LinkedIn Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only. At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Post: Head of School Location: Pilgrim Primary Academy, Oxford St, Stonehouse, Plymouth PL1 5BQ FTE Salary Range: Leadership Scale L12 - L18; £67,898 - £78,702 Contract Type: Permanent, full time Contract Hours: 1FTE per week, Monday to Friday Lead Inclusive Excellence. Shape the Future. Transform Lives. This is a rare opportunity to join Reach South Academy Trust at a pivotal moment of growth and transformation in education. Are you an ambitious and passionate school leader who sets high expectations, leads with a big heart and has the ability to inspire and motivate a large team? Pilgrim Primary Academy is a vibrant, diverse and inclusive inner-city school within the heart of the city of Plymouth, where strong relationships, excellent pastoral care and an ambitious curriculum enable children to thrive. Following on from a successful Ofsted inspection in January 2025 where staff were described as "consistently acting in the best interests of pupils," we are now seeking an inspirational and highly motivated Head of School to build on our strong foundations and lead the academy into its next exciting chapter. You will provide visible, ambitious and compassionate leadership, empower our school community and the committed staff team to ensure that every child, regardless of their starting point, receives the support, challenge and opportunities they need to thrive, achieve and exceed expectations. Working closely with the Regional Director, Trust leaders, governors, staff, families and external partners, you will lead the strategic and operational development of the academy, championing high standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding and pupil wellbeing. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who combines high expectations with warmth, determination and an unwavering belief in what every child can achieve. • Provide clear, visionary leadership that inspires staff, pupils and the wider community., • Drive school improvement and raise outcomes for all children., • Promote a culture of high expectations, inclusion and achievement., • Lead and develop a talented team through coaching, collaboration and professional development., • Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection., • Foster strong partnerships with parents, governors, the Trust and external agencies., • Create a positive, nurturing environment where both children and staff can thrive., • Be part of an ambitious Trust surrounded by expertise, • Benefit from close support from executive leadership, • Work in a collaborative, values-led environment, • Play a central role in a school improvement journey with real impact We offer a competitive salary plus TPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits. We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting. Closing date: for applications is midnight 1 November 2026 Interview Date: All shortlisted candidates will be required to visit Pilgrim Primary Academy as part of the interview process. This visit is a vital part of the process and provides an opportunity to experience the culture and ethos of our Trust first‑hand. This visit will take place on 10 November 2026 (1 hour approximately) Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an Assessment Day on 1, 2 or 3 December 2026. Successful candidates from the Assessment Day (Day 1) will be invited to attend an interview (Day 2) on either 7 or 8 December 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Post: Head of School (High Street Primary Academy & Marlborough Primary School) Location: High Street Primary, Plymouth, PL1 3SJ & Marlborough Primary School, Morice Square, Devonport, Plymouth, PL1 4NJ FTE Salary Range: Leadership Scale L12 - 18; £67,898 - £78,702 Contract Type: Permanent, full time Contract Hours: 1FTE per week, Monday to Friday An Exciting Opportunity to Lead Two Thriving Community Schools Are you an inspirational leader with a passion for excellence, inclusion, and community? We are seeking an exceptional Head of School to join our vibrant and successful schools within the communities of Stonehouse and Devonport. Our schools are truly special places. Visitors to both schools consistently comment on the warmth, love, and strong relationships that underpin everything we do. We are proud of our welcoming culture, where children, staff, and families work together to create a caring and ambitious learning community. Both schools are rated Good by Ofsted, we have high aspirations for every child and an unwavering commitment to ensuring that all pupils achieve their very best. Our curriculum (which is delivered across both school sites) is highly ambitious, carefully designed to inspire curiosity, develop knowledge, and prepare children for future success. We hold the highest expectations for behaviour, achievement, and personal development, ensuring that every pupil thrives both academically and socially. About the schools: • Marlborough:, • With just 110 pupils on roll, our school offers something truly special: a close-knit community where every child is known, valued, and supported to flourish. Our five mixed-age classes create a family atmosphere where children develop strong relationships across year groups, and staff work collaboratively to ensure every pupil receives the very best education., • At the centre of our provision is a strong commitment to inclusion. Our school is home to a dedicated SEND Resource Base, and we are proud of the way our mainstream and specialist provision work together to create a genuinely inclusive environment. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to achieve, belong, and thrive., • The school was judged Good by Ofsted in November 2023, with inspectors recognising the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision as all being good. This inspection reflected the significant improvements made by the school and its commitment to providing high-quality learning experiences for all pupils High Street: • High Street Primary Academy is a thriving and ambitious primary school located in the historic Stonehouse area of Plymouth. Serving between 200 - 240 pupils aged 2 to 11, the school is known for its strong family atmosphere, where pupils feel safe, valued, and cared for, and where positive relationships are at the heart of the school community., • The school was judged Good by Ofsted in July 2023, with inspectors highlighting the strong sense of community, the positive relationships between staff and pupils, and pupils' pride in their school. Ofsted reported that children behave well, feel safe, and demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning, • Serving a wonderfully diverse community, we celebrate individuality and promote a culture of belonging, respect, and opportunity for all. We are looking for a leader who shares our belief that every child can succeed and who can continue to build on our strong foundations., • Has a proven track record of successful leadership., • Is passionate about raising standards and improving outcomes for all children., • Can inspire, motivate, and develop staff to achieve excellence., • Values positive relationships and community engagement., • Has a deep commitment to inclusion, equity, and safeguarding., • Is driven by high expectations and a relentless focus on pupil achievement., • Enthusiastic, caring, and motivated children., • A dedicated and talented staff team., • Strong support from families, governors, and the wider community., • Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development., • The chance to make a lasting difference in a school with a strong sense of purpose and belonging. If you are a compassionate and ambitious leader who is ready to build on our success and help shape the next chapter of our school's journey, we would love to hear from you. If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling the Recruitment team on or emailing us at . Closing date: for applications is midnight 1st November 2026 All shortlisted candidates will be required to visit High Street Primary Academy or Marlborough Primary School as part of the interview process. This visit is a vital part of the process and provides an opportunity to experience the culture and ethos of our Trust first-hand. This visit will take place on 11 November 2026 (1 hour approximately) Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an Assessment Day on 1 , 2, or 3 December 2026. Successful candidates from the Assessment Day (Day 1) will be invited to attend an interview (Day 2) on either 7 or 8 December 2026. Opportunities and Benefits We offer a competitive salary plus TPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits. We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Sales Representative — Insulated Conservatory Roofing | £40,000–£100,000 OTE The Home Renovation Market Nearly 7 million UK homeowners are planning major renovations this year, with an average project budget of £14,000. Our client provides the Thermotec Insulated Roofing System, transforming cold, noisy conservatories into comfortable, year-round living spaces backed by a 10-year warranty. Guaranteed Pipeline & Demonstration Kit 2 to 3 Pre-Qualified Daily Appointments: Head office supplies 2 to 3 pre-qualified homeowner visits directly to your diary every day. High-Value Home Solution: Upgrade existing conservatories with a system that lowers energy bills, reduces noise, and adds functional living space. Complete POS Demonstration Kit: Point-of-sale materials provided from day one to deliver effective, same-day consultative home presentations. Product & Technical Training: Extensive initial training to help you explain technical specifications, energy savings, and 10-year warranty benefits. Self-Employed Model & Earnings This is a self-employed, 100% commission-only field role with no basic salary - your income is entirely tied to your closing capability and schedule commitment. £40,000–£100,000 Realistic OTE: Income scales directly with your closing capability across your designated territory, with zero commission caps. Generous Commission Per Sale: Uncapped commission paid on every completed order, yielding fast cash flow for active closers. Who Thrives in This Role Experienced in-home B2C sales professionals who can clearly explain technical features, energy savings, and financial figures. Self-motivated, resilient, disciplined, and target-driven with strong rapport-building skills. Holds a valid UK driving licence and operates a reliable car for daily regional field travel. The Process Promise Citrus Connect will call you shortly after you apply for a brief, informal chat to discuss your background, territory, and target earnings - with no long forms or assessment centres. Apply today to start the conversation. JBRP1_UKTJ

Software Supportability Manager Certain Advantage is hiring for a Software Supportability Manager based in the Southwest area. This role is on a permanent basis and is site-based. The Company We're working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from Power Generation, Rail and more. Does this sound like your next career move? If you're ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Software Supportability Manager—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You'll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You'll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: • Providing specialised input on Software and Cyber-related topics and contributing to program IPS Element Plans., • Defining concepts for software maintenance., • Creating software support requirements and ensuring their integration into system design., • Supporting the development of Software Support Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM), Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA), and Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) activities., • Assessing software obsolescence and the need for technology refresh., • Preparing Software Maintenance Analysis Report, Software Support Analysis Report, and Software Support Case ReportThe Individual We're looking for people who can show: • Engineering degree or a closely related discipline., • Relevant supportability engineering in a highly regulated industry, • Understanding of the hardware, software, firmware, data and network infrastructure integrated solutions and environment for Defence products., • Understanding of systems engineering principles.The Benefits:, • Competitive salary range, • Training and Development, • Career progressionDoes this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you're hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we'll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn't for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips. JBRP1_UKTJ

Reference: 1425The Business Group Knowledge Lawyer (BGKL) is a senior lawyer role who will report directly into the Business Group Head (BGH) for our Corporate and Commercial Services Business Group (CCS). All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying. You will be part of a team of two knowledge lawyers and a knowledge paralegal who will work with the BGH.In this role you will work strategically with the BGH to help deliver key knowledge and innovation priorities for the Business Group. This will include:supporting the lawyers in the Business Group responsible for technical excellence in their area of expertise, including supporting on training and promoting a culture of excellenceplaying a leading role in developing and promoting innovation in the Business Group, including developing and promoting the use of our self-service legal technology toolkit and acting as the subject matter expert for legal technology tools that are specific to the Business Groupsupporting on the preparation and, where appropriate, delivery of client facing knowledge-led content.What does the role include?The Business Group covers a broad range of specialist corporate and commercial legal areas, carried on through a number of teams. There is no expectation that this role requires you to be a subject matter expert for every specialism within the Business Group, although a strong grounding in Digital and Technology law and practice will be particularly advantageous, both in terms of supporting the specialist lawyers in that area but also holding a strong interest and understanding in the opportunities that technology presents for the Business Group and its clients.You will work with the BGH, team leaders and the wider Business Group Knowledge Team to:drive a culture of excellence and continuous development of the Business Group's legal knowledgefacilitate an environment where teams and individual lawyers feel empowered to play a key role in developing their own knowledge and can see the value in doing soensure the adoption of processes to support early-stage talent development and that the wider Business Group is kept up to date with new legal developments, risk and best practice updates and new ways of workingsupport in the preparation and, where appropriate, delivery of knowledge-led value add training for the Business Group's clients.In addition, you will work with the Chief Innovation Officer (and the wider Innovation & Legal Technology Team) to support the adoption of legal technology, drive innovation, and identify more effective ways of delivering legal services.What are the core responsibilities and deliverables?Drive continuous improvement of legal knowledge processes, ensuring consistency and best practice across teams.Support technical excellence within the Business Group, with a particular focus on Digital and Technology law.Lead legal knowledge training and development for early-career talent and promote current awareness of legal, risk and practice developments across the group.Maximise the value of third-party knowledge resources and tools to support team development.Champion the use of AI and self-service legal technology solutions, acting as the Business Group's legal technology SME.Collaborate with the wider Knowledge Team, including overseeing and developing paralegal support.Contribute to tenders by providing expertise on knowledge management and innovation.Work with business development teams on horizon scanning and emerging trends to identify opportunities for client training, thought leadership and innovative solutions.Support the development and delivery of client-facing knowledge contentWhat does the ideal candidate look like?You'll need to have strong experience of working within the commercial/corporate team of a large UK law practice. As well as this background you should be able to demonstrate an interest in innovation and AI and want this change of direction in your legal career. You will need to be a self-starter taking the initiative to work with a variety of people both across our firm and externally to bring expertise back to the group. Communication skills are key as well as the ability to interpret new content and drive new ways of working. You'll be influencing change, introducing new concepts/processes and championing innovation.To be successful in this role you'll need as a minimum:You will need to be a qualified lawyer with at least 5 year's + PQE.Able to demonstrate strong knowledge of UK commercial contracting law.Have a strong interest in innovation, the adoption of legal technology and embedding AI into ways of working to drive continuous improvement across the Business Group.Previous experience of coaching, training or mentoring.Experience of working and driving change within a large law practice.Previous experience in a legal technology and AI role is not required although we are looking for a strong interest in this space.What makes it great to work here?We continually work hard to create an open culture that sets us apart from other firms. As signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, it's important to us that our people are able to maintain healthy and happy lives, both in and out of work. We have a number of resources and initiatives designed to support health and wellbeing and we're very happy to talk flexible working.Through our DEI initiatives we create an environment in which difference is valued. We have an Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Group, led by our Board Sponsor, which works with our colleague networks (we currently have firm supported networks for race, ethnicity, and cultural heritage, LGBTQ+, disabilities, neurodiversity, families, and women's career development and we're in constant dialogue with our people about how we expand our networks to better support everybody). Find out more about DEI at WBD here. We encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities and sexual orientations.We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long term condition and need us to make any adjustments to give you the best possible recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the recruiter on the right hand side of this page. Please also let us know if you need this job advert or the application form in a different format.We will offer an interview to candidates with a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum criteria for this role. You can opt into this scheme within the application form. Your response to this question is only used for this purpose, is only visible to the recruitment team and is not used for data monitoring. We are an in-house recruitment team and will always aim to fill our roles directly in the first instance. xrnqpay If you're an agency, please click here for ways that you can work with us.What makes it great to work here?Location:Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Newcastle, Plymouth, Remote, Southampton Contract Type:Permanent Work location:Hybrid

Head of Mechanical Systems - UK Defence Certain Advantage is hiring for a Head of Mechanical Systems - UK Defence based in the Southwest area. This role is on a permanent basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We're working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from Power Generation, Rail and more. Does this sound like your next career move? If you're ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Head of Mechanical Systems - UK Defence —someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You'll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You'll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Support engineering delivery across the full project lifecycle including concept development, design, implementation, commissioning, and operational support. Review and approve technical documentation Support configuration management activities. Provide technical oversight to facility modifications, infrastructure upgrades, and asset lifecycle management activities. Support planning, risk management, and progress reporting activities associated with engineering delivery. Support installation, commissioning, and testing activities where required to ensure engineering solutions are successfully implemented. The Individual We're looking for people who can show: Degree in Engineering or relevant technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Engineering expertise within a highly regulated or safety-critical industry. Leading engineering teams or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities. Delivering engineering solutions across the full asset lifecycle including design, modification, maintenance, and operational support. Understanding of engineering governance, technical assurance, and configuration management. Desirable Attributes: Understanding of the nuclear industry and/or other safety-critical environments. Supporting infrastructure or facility-based engineering projects. Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or process systems associated with industrial facilities. Working within defence or MoD environments supporting asset lifecycle management. The Benefits: Salary circa £75 000 per annum Training and Development Career progression Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you're hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we'll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn't for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips. TPBN1_UKTJ

Reference: 4842037Job ID: 5423756Posted: 2026-11-06Closing date: 2026-12-04Location: PlymouthSalary: 87,000 Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required. • 98,700 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Education & Training / InfrastructureCompany: HaysConsultant: Isobel GodberHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: Email: new companyThis is a large, well-established and ambitious multi-academy trust in the South West, bringing together a diverse family of primary and secondary schools (31, supporting over 14,500 pupils) united by a clear commitment to improving outcomes and opportunities for young people. The organisation places collaboration at the heart of its approach, encouraging schools and central teams to share expertise, develop best practice and benefit from the strength of working collectively, resulting in excellence and high achievement across all schools.The Trust has a strong culture built around collaboration, aspiration, integrity, compassion and respect, with a clear focus on supporting both its pupils and its people. It is committed to continuous improvement and professional development, while retaining the individual identity of the schools within its wider family. This is an exciting environment in which to take on a newly created senior leadership position and play a key role in shaping how digital, technology and data can support the Trust's continued development and future ambitions.Your new roleThis is a newly created, trust-wide leadership role, offering the opportunity to define and deliver a modern digital strategy across a complex, multi-site education environment. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead the organisation’s digital function and shape its future operating model, organisational design, skills and capabilities. As Director of Digital, you will also work closely with the Executive Leadership Team, senior leaders and schools to ensure technology supports the Trust’s wider strategic ambitions.As the Trust’s senior digital leader, you will take ownership of its digital strategy, technology roadmap, architecture and technical standards. You will oversee major transformation programmes across areas including Microsoft 365, cloud technology, cyber security, data and responsible AI adoption, ensuring investment delivers measurable improvements for schools, staff and pupils. Working closely with the fractional CTO, you will also lead the development of secure, resilient and consistent digital services across the organisation.You will provide strategic leadership to digital colleagues based centrally and within schools, creating a collaborative, service-led culture with clear standards and opportunities for professional development. Working closely with headteachers and Trust leaders, you will ensure that schools are involved in decisions and receive responsive, high-quality digital support that enables teaching, learning and effective school operations.This is a highly influential role combining strategic leadership, transformation and commercial responsibility where you will oversee digital budgets, procurement, supplier relationships, information security and digital risk, while providing clear advice and assurance to executive leaders and governance committees. Ultimately, you will ensure that technology gives staff more time to focus on young people and provides every school with a safe, secure and forward-looking digital environment.Please note the trust is able to offer hybrid working,however you will need to be based at the trust head office, or in trust schools 3 days a week, therefore you must be able to commute regularly to the South West.What you'll need to succeedTo succeed in this role, you will be an experienced and credible digital or technology leader with a strong track record of leading teams and delivering transformation across a complex, multi-site organisation. You will bring exceptional leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire, develop and bring people with you, creating a high-performing, collaborative and service-focused culture. Alongside strong strategic and technical understanding, you’ll be an excellent communicator and relationship builder, comfortable operating at executive level, influencing senior stakeholders and translating digital strategy into meaningful organisational change. Experience within education or the public sector would be advantageous, but most importantly, you will be a forward-thinking, people-focused leader with the vision and drive to take an established team forward and shape the Trust’s digital future.What you'll get in returnThis is an incredibly exciting newly created role offering you the opportunity to shape and evolve the Digital team at the trust and in return, you’ll receive a competitive salary of between 87,000 and 98,756 dependent on experience, as well as an excellent public-sector benefits package. This includes 31 days’ annual leave, three additional Christmas closure days and bank holidays, alongside membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You’ll also have access to a range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health support, Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes, staff discounts, eye care and flu vouchers, as well as discounted EV charging where available.There is a strong commitment to your continued professional development and long-term career progression. You’ll receive a personal budget for CPD, conferences and professional networks, alongside support towards full or chartered membership of a relevant professional body such as BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. The organisation also supports senior leadership development and active participation in sector networks. Flexible and compressed working arrangements are available, with a minimum of three days per week based at the Trust’s HQ or across its schools.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Please note this role will close at 9am on Friday 4th December, and you must be available for an on-site interview on Wednesday 16th December in Plymouth. xrnqpay If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4842037 • Isobel Godber

Safety Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for a Safety Engineer based in the Southwest area. This role is on a permanent basis and is site-based. The Company We're working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries—from Power Generation, Rail and more. Does this sound like your next career move? If you're ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Safety Engineer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You'll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You'll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Safety Analysis Safety Case Development Design Review Regulatory Compliance The Individual We're looking for people who can show: Relevant experience in the nuclear industry, ideally with exposure to reactor design, operations, and safety systems. Knowledge of nuclear safety principles, standards, and regulations, including probabilistic risk assessment (PRA), hazard analysis techniques (HAZOP, FMEA) Exposure to the design and construction phases, especially in a dock environment, will be an added advantage. The Benefits: Competitive salary range Training and Development Career progression Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you're hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we'll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn't for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips. TPBN1_UKTJ

Alpine Racing Limited in Enstone is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to head a high-performance design team. You will own design work from concept to deliverables, collaborating with the Head of Mechanical and other departments to meet ambitious performance targets. The role demands hands-on leadership, strong CAD experience (Catia V5/3DX preferred; NX acceptable with training), and a proactive approach to mentoring engineers. #J-18808-Ljbffr