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Job Specification Company: White & Lloyd Ltd Location: Thames Ditton, Surrey Position: Assistant Quantity Surveyor Salary & Benefits: Competitive basic salary + pension + performance-based bonus. Full support for APC training and mentorship toward achieving RICS chartered status. Company Profile At White & Lloyd Ltd, our people are our most valuable asset. As part of our continued growth, we're excited to welcome an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our collaborative and forward-thinking team. We pride ourselves on helping talented individuals develop their careers, providing professional support and mentoring every step of the way. If you’re looking for a dynamic environment where your growth is as important as your contribution, then we’d love to hear from you. Role Overview As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with senior team members and be involved in a wide variety of exciting residential and commercial projects. You will gain hands-on experience across all aspects of cost management and contract administration while developing the technical and professional skills needed to progress towards chartered status. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual looking to kickstart their career in quantity surveying within a supportive and ambitious practice. Key Responsibilities • Assist in the preparation of cost estimates and feasibility studies, • Contribute to the production of elemental cost plans and Bills of Quantities, • Support the preparation and evaluation of tender documents, • Assist with contract administration, interim valuations, and final accounts, • Attend site visits and client meetings under supervision, • Work towards APC (Assessment of Professional Competence) and eventual RICS qualification, • Undertake general project and cost management tasks as required Essential Criteria • A BSc (Hons) degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, • Strong analytical and numerical skills, • Excellent written and verbal communication, • A genuine interest in construction and the built environment, • Eagerness to learn and develop within a team-based environment, • Eligible to work in the UK and hold a valid UK driving licence Desirable Criteria • Previous work placement, internship, or part-time experience in a QS or construction-related role, • Familiarity with software such as CostX, Bluebeam, or MS Excel, • An ambition to become chartered through RICS or CIOB, • Awareness of current construction methods, procurement strategies, and building regulations Why Join White & Lloyd Ltd? • Be part of a growing and respected consultancy with a strong reputation, • Tailored career development plans and one-on-one mentorship, • Collaborative, friendly office culture with a focus on professional excellence, • Direct involvement in high-quality residential and commercial developments To Apply: Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role and your career aspirations to

SEND Teaching Assistant Are you a compassionate Psychology Graduate eager to make a real difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs? Whether you're working towards a future as an Educational Psychologist, Wellbeing Practitioner, School Counsellor, or Teacher, this role offers valuable, hands-on experience to support your career goals - especially if you're planning further study such as a Master's, Doctorate, or PGCE. This SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity, based at a welcoming and vibrant Primary School in Kingston-Upon-Thames, could be exactly what you're looking for. SEND Teaching Assistant | Job Summary • Initial 1-Year contract commencing October 2025, • Mainstream Primary School in Kingston-Upon-Thames, • £450+ per week | £90+ per day | Paid weekly on a PAYE basis, • Providing support to a Year 2 class, • Contract extensions / permanent jobs available for those wanting to remain at the school beyond initial one-year contract, • Ideal role for aspiring Psychologists / Counsellors / Wellbeing Practitioners / Teachers, • Minimum of a 2:2 Psychology degree required to be considered SEND Teaching Assistant | Job Description • Providing classroom support to a Year 2 class and specifically to children displaying Autism Spectrum Condition, Speech and Communication Difficulties or ADHD, • Delivering learning activities for individuals and groups of students., • Monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupil achievement, progress and development., • Building core skills and supporting a strong knowledge base through a tailored approach to the individual needs of the pupils., • Developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents, carers and family. This SEND TA role calls for a Psychology Graduate who is resilient, proactive, and ready to take on challenges with a positive mindset. You’ll need the determination to make a lasting impact and the emotional maturity to support students through setbacks and breakthroughs. Prior experience in the mental health field is a definite advantage. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a key role in helping students build confidence, independence, and a stronger sense of self-worth - all within a supportive school environment. If you’re passionate about improving outcomes for young people and eager to make a difference, get in touch with Ribbons & Reeves today to learn more about this rewarding SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity. Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEND Teaching Assistant role in Kingston-Upon-Thames. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND Teaching Assistant role. SEND Teaching Assistant

Executive/Personal Assistant (Part-Time, Evenings & Weekends) – Job Description Executive/Personal Assistant (Part-Time, Evenings & Weekends) 702 Executive Group Salary: Up to £20 per hour- Minimum 20 hours per week. Location: Hybrid – remote working, client sites, and company workplace in Twickenham. About Us 702 Executive Group provides premium executive and personal support to business owners, entrepreneurs, professionals, CEO’s, and High-Net Worth individuals across the UK. We exist to lighten the load of our clients — helping them reclaim time, structure their priorities, and focus on what matters most. As a growing and dynamic start-up, we pride ourselves on professionalism, trust, and flexibility. We are expanding our network of highly skilled Executive/Personal Assistants who bring continuity, consistency, and excellence to every client they support. This is an ideal role for someone who is highly motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently. The Role We’re looking for a talented Executive/Personal Assistant to provide exceptional business and personal support to a portfolio of clients. You will be the person they trust to manage their day-to-day affairs — from diary management and travel arrangements to event coordination, project support, and household administration. You will be joining a forward-thinking business that values initiative, adaptability, and meticulous attention to detail. You will work part-time on shift patterns (typically weekday evenings 4–8pm and weekends between 8am–8pm) with flexibility for additional hours and holiday cover as required. This is a hands-on, varied, and rewarding role, offering exposure to multiple industries and clients. Key Responsibilities listed below but are not limited to the below Executive & Business Support • Manage clients’ calendars, appointments, and scheduling for meetings, events, and business travel, • Prepare and manage online banking, invoices, and reconciliations, working closely with accountants to ensure accuracy and documentation compliance, • Proofread correspondence and documents to maintain high professional standards and ensure accuracy and attention to detail, • Handle confidential information with absolute discretion and integrity, • Maintain data entry systems, backups, and organised filing structures for documents and digital assets, • Prepare and submit expense reports, carry out basic bookkeeping, make payments, and manage invoicing processes, • Research information, vendors, and opportunities to support client projects and business growth, • Act as the first point of contact between clients and partners, ensuring efficient and professional communication Personal Assistant Duties • Manage personal administration including car tax, MOTs, insurances, Private memberships, and household logistics, • Oversee property management and maintenance; liaise with contractors, security, and household staff (housekeepers, chef’s, gardeners, chauffeurs), • Coordinate social and business engagements, events, and private appointments, • Handle personal errands and ad-hoc tasks with efficiency and confidentiality Travel, Events & Projects • Organise travel logistics including flights, accommodation, ground transport, and itineraries, • Research and book venues and offices for meetings, events, concerts & retreats, • Join select events to support set-up, timings, and client or guest experience Experience & Skills Required • Minimum 4+ years’ experience as an Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant or in a similar role, • Experience in customer service, providing outstanding support to clients and stakeholders, • Strong proficiency in Mac OS, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace, • Sound understanding of Excel, Word, and digital tools for task management and collaboration, • Proficiency in social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter); basic digital marketing/social media knowledge is advantageous, • Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to deliver precise, accurate, and high-quality work, • Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with a structured and proactive approach to complete tasks in an efficient manner, • Strong communication skills – both written and verbal – with an excellent command of English, • Numerate, analytical, and confident managing administrative and financial processes, • Highly trustworthy, dependable, and discreet when handling sensitive information, • Proactive, resourceful, and solution-focused – able to work on your own initiative, • Positive, professional, and calm under pressure, • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment, • Enthusiastic about learning, growth, and continual improvement, • Own car and willingness to travel occasionally (advantageous but not essential) What We Offer • Up to £20 per hour, depending on experience, • Company pension scheme, • Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance, • 20 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, • Hybrid structure combining remote, client site, and in-office work, • Supportive and professional culture focused on personal growth and development

Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible. This mind-set goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what’s your possible? Salary: £60,000 - £71,000 Opportunity: This is more than just a job; it’s a mission. As the PMO Risk Manager at Northrop Grumman you will be responsible for leading risk management in a portfolio of complex projects delivering technology solutions to UK Defence. In line with departmental procedures, you will develop, maintain and execute a robust risk management framework, enabling the adoption of risk management best practice across the department’s portfolio to ensure delivery of value to our customers. Our UK Defence business is a Sovereign software and systems centre of excellence. As well as developing and supporting UK wide and internationally deployed multi-domain command and control systems, our work is critical to the modern backbone of the Royal Navy. We pioneer – with fierce curiosity, dedication, and innovation, we seek to solve the world’s most challenging problems. Responsibilities: • Develop, embed and manage an effective and robust risk management framework, • Working with Project and Programme Management colleagues to agree and assist with the management of programme, project and portfolio risks, ensuring a holistic risk management strategy is kept up to date, • Facilitation of regular risk workshops and reviews, conducting or facilitating Quantitative Cost & Schedule Analyses of individual projects and programmes, and assurance of the outputs, • Working with the PMO Manager as required to support development, roll out and embedding of risk management, financial, change, reporting, planning and other assurance or governance improvements, • Develop and maintain company procedures, processes and systems on project, programme and portfolio risk management in accordance with our risk framework, • Lead the rollout of risk best practice, ensuring staff are trained and providing ongoing coaching for staff as required, • Deliver regular monthly risk reporting and deliver efficiencies in the production of management information, including communicating the level of risk exposure at the portfolio level, • Facilitate risk workshops with projects and programmes and assist with the production of project and programme risk registers and risk management plans, • The PMO Risk Manager will work with Programme and Project Managers across the business unit, helping the identification of thematic risks, issues, cross dependencies and constraints across projects and producing updates on mitigation progress, • The PMO Risk Manager will support and assure the risk management process from project pre-initiation through to execution and closure, • Communicating effectively with a range of external and internal stakeholders at all levels and functions Benefits: We can offer you a range of flexible and hybrid working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits including private health care, career development opportunities and performance bonuses. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team. We are looking for: • Significant, demonstrable experience in risk management, project assurance, reporting and analysis in defence or other regulated industry, • Awareness of commercial operations, and/or prime contract experience with, ideally in a SSRO QSC/CAAS reporting environment, • Strong excel skills, experience of using Power BI or similar and expert user of Risk Management / Analysis software (e.g. ARM, @Risk or similar)., • Advanced analytical skills and ability to cross reference risk, financial, schedule and resource data., • Substantial experience of generating risk management information, setting up and running risk reporting and conduct of risk assurance., • A strong disposition for professionally maintaining project-wide adherence and compliance to risk processes, and procedures, sometimes in the face of adversity., • Providing training and/or mentoring within a cohesive team environment., • Excellent communication (both written/verbal) and listening skills; an enthusiasm to volunteer and share opinions and views with internal and external stakeholders, and an ability to persuade others., • Professional qualifications in project management (e.g. P30, PMQ) and/or risk management (e.g. Management of Risk) and/or membership of a related professional organisation e.g. MAPM, ChPP, PMP., • Security level SC UK (UK eyes only – single UK Nationality) required or ability to gain. Security clearance: You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance in line with the job role (SC). Our requirement team is on hand to answer any questions and we will guide you through the process: . Why join us? • Be part of our global team of 100,000 colleagues – The possibilities for your future career are only limited by your drive. Whether you’re looking for a hands-on internship or your next leadership position, we have career opportunities across the world. Northrop Grumman continues to expand and broaden our presence in global markets and strengthen our partnerships with local industry., • A mission to believe in – Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace. From engineering data and intelligence solutions, to developing maritime navigation and control systems and innovating command and control systems for the UK and NATO, what we do together matters., • A place to belong and thrive – Every voice matters at our table meaning you can bring your authentic self to work. From our Employee Resource Groups backed by thousands of employees, to sponsoring Cheltenham Pride and our partnerships with Association For Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers, Forces Transition Group, Mind, and Women in Defence – we are passionate about growing and supporting our inclusive community where everyone can belong., • Your career, your way - Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity, channel your expertise and nurture your passion. Looking for flexibility? Balance your professional career with your personal life, health and wellbeing benefits, discount schemes, pension benefits and investment in your future development. Speak to our team to find the balance that’s right for you. Ready to apply? Yes – Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch. Possibly, I’d like to find out more about this role – Reach out to our team for more information and support: . No, I don’t think this role is right for me – Our extensive UK growth means we have exciting, new opportunities opening all the time. Speak to our team to discuss your career goals.

Job Title: Aseptic Pharmacy Technician Company: Leading UK Clinical Research Organisation Location: London, UK Working Schedule: Full-time – On-site Start Date: ASAP About the Company This organisation is one of the UK’s leading independent early-phase clinical research centres. They have built a strong reputation for running safe, high-quality Phase I trials with biotech and pharma partners worldwide. The pharmacy and production teams are central to this mission, preparing and managing investigational medicines under strict GMP. The company is also in an exciting period of expansion. Facility upgrades are already underway, with further improvements due over the next 1–2 years. These will bring new capabilities, enhanced staff benefits, and a modernised GMP environment. Joining now means being part of that journey and helping shape the future of their pharmacy function. The Role We’re looking for two Pharmacy Technicians to join the pharmacy production team. This role will be responsible for: • Preparing, dispensing, repackaging, and labelling investigational medicinal products (IMP/NIMP)., • Handling sterile and non-sterile formulations under GMP., • Following SOPs and maintaining detailed pharmacy and GMP records. Key Requirements We’re ideally looking for someone with: • Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a Pharmacy Technician., • Experience in GMP-compliant aseptic or sterile production (hospital aseptic unit, radiopharmacy, or pharma/clinical trials)., • Strong attention to detail, organisation, and the ability to work independently., • Excellent written and spoken English (tested during the interview process)., • A proactive mindset, with the ability to mentor and support junior staff. Please note that if you meet most of the requirements but not all, we still encourage you to apply. What’s on Offer • Competitive salary., • 25 days annual leave, pension, and further benefits as facility upgrades progress., • A collaborative, supportive culture where detail and quality matter., • The opportunity to play a hands-on role in early-phase clinical research, directly contributing to the development of new medicines.

Helping Hands Home Care provided pay range: This range is provided by Helping Hands Home Care. We’re launching a brand-new Helping Hands branch in Esher, and we’re searching for a people-focused Registered Care Manager to take the reins. Since 1989, Helping Hands has been a trusted name in home