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ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are seeking two Careers Advisers to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Careers Team. In this key position, you will work across multiple sites within our South West and South East Academies, supporting students to make informed, ambitious, and aspirational decisions about their futures. Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates. We would be delighted to hear from you if you are newly qualified at Level 6, or if you are a Senior Level 6 Careers Adviser: Level 6 : £31,000£36,000 FTE Senior Level 6: £37,000£42,000 FTE Flexibility regarding term-time-only working arrangements would be considered. You will be joining an experienced and knowledgeable team of advisers, from whom you can gain advice and support. Working closely with your colleagues, you will help shape and deliver a high-impact CEIAG programme. Whether its further education, apprenticeships, traineeships or employment, youll play a vital role in guiding students towards the post-16 and post-18 pathways that best match their goals and aspirations. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative environment, where ideas are freely shared, good practice is celebrated, and guidance is always on hand. Your contribution will be central to raising aspirations, inspiring ambition, and ensuring that every student, regardless of background or ability, is fully aware of the range of opportunities open to them. Together, we strive to deliver a high-quality, inclusive CEIAG programme from Year 7 to Year 13, empowering all students to achieve their full potential. Job requirements MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: Working with each academys Careers Lead to plan a high-quality careers education provision Planning and delivering careers assemblies Delivering impartial, personalised career guidance meetings and group sessions Maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic records on Unifrog of guidance meetings Providing targeted support for students making post-16 and post-18 pathway choices Liaising with external agencies, networks and partners to enhance the Higher Education and Careers programme Tracking, monitoring and reporting on the aspirations of current students Engaging parents and carers in the careers guidance process Supporting with meaningful and aspirational employer encounters Attending results and enrolment days Supporting wider team members, including providing shadowing opportunities and sharing best practice Contributing to Careers Adviser team meetings with learnings or experiences that could enhance practice, inform strategy or support team development Providing support to academies during Ofsted inspections WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: Diploma in Careers Guidance or Qualification in Careers Guidance to Level 6 (or working towards) Proven experience in delivering impartial, personalised career guidance through one-to-one meetings and group sessions Experience of successfully motivating individuals to plan and achieve their career goals A proactive approach, with efficient time management and prioritisation skills Self motivation, demonstrating an ability to work independently and flexibly within the Academy structure Experience of delivering assemblies Genuine interest and passion for the education of young people and the ability to contribute more widely to the life and community of the Federation Experience of developing and delivering CEIAG within in education setting For a full job description and person specification, please download the job pack. ? WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ? APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, t his will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and thats why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. ? WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. xrnqpay You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.

An established and growing food manufacturing business is looking to appoint an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead its procurement function. This is a strategic leadership role with responsibility for purchasing operations, supplier management, commercial negotiations and supply chain performance. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will play a key role in driving purchasing strategy, improving supplier performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring a reliable supply of products to support continued business growth. Key responsibilities include: • Leading and developing the Purchasing team, providing coaching, structure and performance management., • Creating and implementing procurement strategies that improve profitability and operational efficiency., • Managing the end-to-end purchasing process, including sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation and purchasing performance., • Building and maintaining strong relationships with UK and international suppliers., • Negotiating commercial agreements, pricing, payment terms, lead times and service levels., • Monitoring supplier performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement., • Researching market trends and sourcing new products to support business growth., • Working cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Technical and Finance teams on product launches and commercial initiatives., • Managing purchasing budgets, analysing spend and delivering cost-saving initiatives., • Supporting inventory optimisation while maintaining excellent product availability., • Producing purchasing reports and commercial recommendations for senior management. To be successful, you'll have: • Previous experience in a Senior Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Manager or Procurement Manager position., • At least seven years' purchasing or procurement experience., • A proven track record of negotiating with suppliers and managing commercial agreements., • Experience leading, mentoring and developing purchasing teams., • Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation and analytical skills., • Strong organisational and stakeholder management abilities., • Confidence working within a fast-paced food or FMCG environment., • Food Manufacturing, • FMCG, • Food Import & Export, • Food Distribution or Wholesale, • Experience sourcing products internationally, particularly across Asian markets Essential: • Fluent Mandarin (spoken and written), • Fluent English (spoken and written) Desirable: • International sourcing and procurement experience., • Knowledge of import/export procedures and global logistics., • Understanding of supplier compliance and food safety standards., • Experience using ERP or purchasing systems., • Strong Excel and data analysis skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Role Overview We are recruiting for a Quality & Ripening Controller to join a well-established fresh produce business based in Dartford. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, monitoring, and reporting on product quality throughout the full operational journey, from intake and ripening through to production and dispatch. The role will also support the effective management of ripening programmes, stock rotation, product trials, and packhouse quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous fresh produce quality experience who is looking to develop their technical knowledge within a fast-paced operational environment. Key Responsibilities • Carry out product quality checks at intake, during ripening, throughout production, and at dispatch., • Monitor and manage ripening regimes to ensure product meets the required quality specifications., • Report performance against defined quality and technical KPIs., • Complete shelf-life assessments and accelerated ripening trials, accurately recording and reporting the results., • Review and highlight quality performance at grower and supplier level., • Provide guidance and support to the packhouse teams on product handling, quality management, and best practice., • Assist with stock reassessments to help maximise product returns through appropriate rotation and usage., • Support the effective management of stock to minimise waste and maintain product quality., • Carry out equipment calibration checks., • Assist with technical ripening trials and other continuous-improvement initiatives., • Prepare customer samples and product analysis samples when required., • Maintain accurate records and complete quality-related reporting., • Carry out additional duties as required by the Quality & Ripening Manager.Essential Requirements, • A minimum of one year's experience within a fresh produce quality, technical, or product-assessment role., • A good understanding of fresh produce quality standards and product handling., • Strong attention to detail with the ability to complete checks accurately and consistently., • Good problem-solving skills with the ability to identify quality issues and support effective resolutions., • The ability to work with a sense of urgency while managing competing priorities and tight schedules., • Confident communication skills, with the ability to adapt your approach when working with different teams and stakeholders., • Basic computer skills, including the ability to maintain accurate records and complete reports., • A collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.Desirable Experience, • Previous experience working with ripening programmes or ripened products., • Experience completing shelf-life assessments, quality trials, or product reassessments., • Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 or a similar operational system., • Experience working within a fresh produce packhouse, import, or distribution environment.Key Skills, • Fresh produce quality assessment, • Ripening management, • Product inspection and reporting, • Shelf-life trials, • Stock reassessment and rotation, • Grower and supplier performance monitoring, • Packhouse support, • Equipment calibration, • Technical trial support, • Accurate record keeping, • Problem solving, • Team collaborationPersonal Attributes The successful candidate will be thorough, reliable, and comfortable making decisions in a fast-moving environment. You will have a proactive approach to quality, take pride in completing tasks correctly the first time, and work well with colleagues across quality, technical, production, and operational teams. JBRP1_UKTJ

You’ll be responsible for managing end‑to‑end air and/or ocean import and export operations, including:. Get notified about new Import Export Coordinator jobs in Dartford, England, United Kingdom.

Strong support system including a ticketing system for inquiries, weekly drop-in sessions, and a dedicated Facebook Group for interviewers. As a face-to-face Market Research Interviewer at Ipsos, you will be at the forefront of gathering valuable insights from the public on a variety of import

Mobile Vehicle Technician Location: Dartford Salary: £40,800 Basic | OTE £46,740+ Working Hours: Monday to Friday + 1 in 4 Saturday Mornings Ref: 31042 We are recruiting for an experienced Mobile Vehicle Technician to join one of the UK's leading fleet and vehicle rental businesses. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified technician looking for a role that offers genuine work-life balance, excellent earning potential and the freedom of working from a fully equipped mobile workshop. You'll travel to customer locations carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs, with the support of a dedicated workshop network whenever required. Mobile Vehicle Technician Company Benefits OTE up to £46,740 including bonus and overtime. Quarterly bonus scheme. Regular overtime available, paid at time and a half. Fully equipped, modern company support vehicle. Working day starts when you leave home and finishes when you return. Pre-planned diary with work scheduled at least five days in advance. Support from a nationwide network of over 60 workshops. 24 days annual leave, increasing to 26 days with service. Buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave. Birthday day off. Company pension scheme. Life assurance (2x salary). Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan, Travel Insurance and Employee Assistance Programme. 24/7 Remote GP service. Discounted gym memberships. Vehicle leasing scheme. Retail discounts and cashback scheme. Financial wellbeing support. Manufacturer and IMI-accredited training. Ongoing career development including Hybrid & EV training. Mobile Vehicle Technician Role Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs at customer locations. Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults. Complete warranty work and manufacturer recalls. Conduct vehicle inspections and identify additional repair requirements. Deliver outstanding customer service on every visit. Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standard. Work closely with workshop support teams for more complex repairs. Maintain accurate job records and documentation. Mobile Vehicle Technician Requirements Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent). Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician or Mobile Vehicle Technician. Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability. Experience carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs. Able to work independently and manage your own workload. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Full UK Driving Licence. Please note all applications will be handled confidentially. Consultant – Octane Recruitment Job Reference: 31042 RSVT Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries. TPBN1_UKTJ

A freight forwarding company based in Dartford seeks an Air & Sea Freight Forwarder for their operations team.The role involves managing import and export logistics, coordinating bookings, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations.The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience i