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Salary £13.50 per hour Trainee Bus Driver – Arbroath Depot Stagecoach are looking for trainee bus drivers to join our Arbroath team. • Get paid to train and zero training costs as not only will you be earning from day one, we’ll also pay for all of your training costs to achieve a recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence, worth around £4,000, • Typical annualised earnings after training of £30,420 based on a basic week of 39 hours, • Different shift patterns available so you can fit work around your existing commitments You’ll be one of 136 drivers who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, to shopping and leisure, and to friends and family. Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker in your community, there’s loads of reasons for you to join the Stagecoach East Scotland team… • Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions, • Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel, • Guaranteed 39 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings, • Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel, • UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location, • Supportive and high quality training from some of the best (and nicest!) driving instructors and training managers in the industry – we’ll teach you everything you need to know about our routes, our vehicles, our tickets and more, • Career development including our Trade Up scheme for drivers who want to move into engineering, promotion opportunities to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership for those who want that, • Secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in the business – either on big events like Silverstone and Cheltenham Festival, or into our head office support functions, • An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support., • A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues The recruitment process is simple – you apply online, we’ll get you in for an interview and to see the depot, and that’s it! It doesn’t matter if you’re working in customer service, retail, hospitality or in a warehouse or factory, the only things we need are… • You need to be over 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points, • Must have a minimum of 6 months driving experience in the UK, • You need to want to deliver great customer service, • You need to have a patient, safe and courteous approach to driving So if that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then apply below! Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. Location: Stagecoach Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJ

Location Stewartby, Bedfordshire, UK - must live within a short commute of Stewartby Department Engineering Reporting To Engineering Director Role Overview Andersen EV Plc is the UK leader in the design, development, manufacture, sale and distribution of prestigious, smart-enabled domestic and work-place charging points for electric vehicles. We are proud of our reputation for quality that has enabled partnerships with car manufacturers and energy companies, including, but not exclusively, Jaguar Land-Rover, Porsche, Renault, Geely, Octopus Energy and OVO. We are looking for a multi-skilled Head of Quality and Product Reliability to be responsible for the quality of our products and services and to also have control and investigation of all units and equipment that have been returned by or on behalf of our customers. We have high quality standards and expect minimal product issues. We are proud of outstanding customer satisfaction and as our success grows with market expansion, we must ensure that all our products and services meet the highest level of quality and reliability. Furthermore, any emerging faults or issues must be identified at the earliest possible point and then eradicated from our production and systems. Following product training, the successful applicant will be expected to have the necessary level of skills to differentiate between hardware, firmware and software faults and issues. In respect of hardware with digital and analogue circuits, you will have the ability to fault find down to component level and will be able to identify design defects and errors. In respect of firmware and software you will be able to identify the systems and sub-systems causing errors and faults and be able to demonstrate the deficiency to the design engineers responsible for the firmware and software. You will be skilled at replicating reporting faults and errors. You will have an understanding of mechanical engineering and will be adept at using accurate, high resolution, measuring equipment. You will be responsible for all aspects of quality, ensuring that products and services reach our customers in pristine condition and superbly presented. For example, you will ensure that all our packaging is extremely robust to ensure that there is no risk of damage when in transit with third-party couriers. This is a senior role, and you will be expected to ensure that all persons having responsibility for the maintenance of quality standards within the company carry out quality related processes with due diligence and in a timely manner. You will have sufficient supervisory experience to ensure that your will prevails. It is envisaged that you will have significant experience of working to build quality and product reliability within a small to medium sized company that produces smart enabled or IoT electrical and electronic products. Duties You will be an integral member of the Engineering Team, reporting to the Engineering Director. You will have a proactive role in all development projects, whether relating to products or services, to ensure the highest level of quality and that prior to commercial release the product or service is of exemplary standards of quality and free from inherent fault. Your input and recommendations will be a key focus of the sign-off process. You will also ensure ongoing conformity of all constituent parts and systems. On a daily basis, you will check all received returned units and parts that are related to a fault report and remedial action that has taken place at the customer’s address. You will check that all returned units and parts are accompanied by the correct documentation. You will report any errors in the returns process. You will then examine the returned units and parts. In the case of a fault, you will investigate the unit, in our fully equipped laboratory, to pinpoint the fault and the root cause, which you will document and report. In the case of a hardware fault, you will fully identify the design or component defect and make recommendations for the immediate action to be taken to eradicate that fault from further occurrences. In the case of a firmware or software issue, you will identify the system or sub-system that is faulty or has incompatibilities or bugs and you will document and report the fault, which will then be allocated to a firmware or software design engineer in the team, with whom you will support in validating the elimination of the fault. You will also work closely with hardware design engineers within the team. You will directly supervise an assistant who will be responsible for booking in product returns, confirmation of fault categories, and initial testing as directed by you. Following the technical investigation that is carried out by you or at your direction, your assistant will also strip, restock or otherwise dispose of returned products. You will have significant interface with senior management and will have considerable input into staff training and definition of new processes, whilst maintaining cost effective overheads and not introducing unnecessary bureaucracy. Qualifications and Experience Selection of the successful candidate will be based upon ability, but you will likely be educated to degree level in electronic/electrical engineering. You will have an understanding of mechanical engineering. You will be self-motivated and have a strong proactive motivation to permanently solve faults, problems and issues. You will be expected to work methodically and contribute to the overall excellence of the Engineering Team. You will have had a minimum of five years’ experience in a quality assurance role with management responsibilities. You will have previously held a position of ensuring quality and product reliability within a small to medium sized business. You will be entirely conversant with fault finding and fault resolution with electronic and IOT products. It will be advantageous to be conversant with ISO 9001:2015 and the quality requirements for a Business Management System. Salary £60,000 to £65,000 per annum Benefits • Salary Sacrifice Electric Car (optional), • Company events, • Company pension, • Employee discount, • On-site parking (free) Schedule • Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:30 with one hour for lunch Ability to commute · Must be able to reliably commute to Bedford, MK43 9ND, on a daily basis • Will live within 30 miles road distance from MK43 9ND Job Type · Full-time Work authorisation • United Kingdom (required) Work Location · Stewartby. In person. There is no remote or hybrid working.

Counter-Fraud Apprenticeship Trainer Overview Intelligencia Training are an established Protective Services apprenticeship training provider with a firm track record and footprint in 4 specialist areas. Delivering rewarding Intelligence Analysis, Counter-Fraud, Anti-Social Behaviour and Youth Justice Apprenticeships within high profile Government agency, public and private sector departments. We are seeking qualified and experienced investigation professionals to join our ever-growing counter-fraud training team. Role and Responsibilities: The role will involve the delivery of Higher Education programmes to a diverse range of apprentices and learners across the UK therefore applicants must have an ability to adapt to a variety of sectors, to include Law Enforcement, Financial Services and Government Agencies. We are seeking individuals with a proven track record in fraud investigation, both in terms of practical application, but also process and theory. The ideal candidate will also have experience within fraud prevention, deterrence and measurement. As a trainer, you will be using your background to deliver the Counter-Fraud Investigation Apprenticeship Standard to a range of customers involved in fraud related investigations. The right candidate will use their previous experience to deliver an exciting and challenging programme, and therefore it is essential you will have an engaging communication and teaching style. As part of the CF training team you will primarily adopt a remote working model but there will be the need for periodic travel to client sites and the office when required. You will train, coach and assess your cohorts of apprentices throughout their programme and engage regularly with Intelligencia's Administration and Quality Assurance teams. Experience and Skills: • A strong and proven background in serious investigations, specifically around counter-fraud and money laundering., • Experience within fraud control, deterrence, measurement and risk., • Excellent working knowledge and experience of PACE, CPIA, The Fraud Act, Proceeds of Crime, Bribery Act and the PEACE interviewing model., • A law enforcement background is not essential, and we welcome applications from those working in other sectors involved in fraud-based investigations., • Previous teaching experience and qualifications are desirable but not essential as internal training and qualification programmes are in place. Starting Salary £42,000 + private health care and further commission-based earning opportunities. Increased to £45,000 after 12 months in post in addition to the company wide yearly pay increase. Please note the interview will be a face-to-face interview held at our premises at MK45 3QQ. Please ensure travel to this location is achievable before applying. Intelligencia Training is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for all. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Intelligencia Training is dedicated to safer recruitment practices and safeguarding learners and staff. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including a DBS check, appropriate references, and verification of qualifications and right to work in the UK. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or vulnerable people.

Hush is an ambitious and distinctive fashion brand, with plans to double the business over the next few years. Founded 21 years ago, we are now established as one of the UK’s leading online fashion retailers. We employ around 140 employees across head office and retail, creating and selling a beautiful range of women’s clothing and accessories characterised by effortlessness, simplicity and a laidback sense of style. Despite the challenges to the retail industry, Hush has continued grow – and our company culture still reflects our entrepreneurial roots and relaxed aesthetic. We love hard-working and talented people with a can-do attitude and a passion for what they do. About the role Are you a hands-on HR professional with a passion for retail and experience supporting growth and expansion? Hush is looking for a Senior HR Advisor to partner with our Retail teams and play a key role in our ambitious plans for retail expansion, including new store openings, ensuring our people are supported, engaged, and empowered to perform at their best. What you’ll do In this role, you’ll act as a trusted HR partner to managers and teams across our retail business. You’ll take ownership of employee relations, recruitment, training, payroll support, and key people processes, helping to shape the employee experience while supporting the business to achieve its growth ambitions. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations & Business Partnering: • Coach and support managers on people matters and performance management., • Act as first point of contact for retail staff on HR-related queries., • Drive annual people processes including appraisals, salary reviews, and talent bonuses., • Manage maternity/paternity processes and long-term sickness cases., • Support retail hiring and coach managers on effective recruitment techniques., • Play a key role in onboarding and staffing for new store openings., • Partner with Retail leadership to deliver training programs and induction sessions., • Ensure accurate and timely retail payroll., • Organise staff events, recognition initiatives, and support company-wide engagement. What success looks like • Managers feel confident and supported in managing their teams and employee relations., • Retail teams are engaged, motivated, and high performing., • Recruitment, onboarding, and training processes are efficient, consistent, and scalable., • Payroll and people processes are accurate and delivered on time., • New store openings are staffed effectively, and HR processes support smooth launches., • Employee feedback reflects a positive and inclusive culture. What you’ll bring • Proven HR Advisor experience in a fast-paced, retail environment., • Experience supporting new store openings and retail expansion., • Strong knowledge of employee relations, recruitment, and HR policy., • Experience coaching managers for low-risk, effective outcomes., • Excellent communication, organisation, and time management., • High level of discretion, integrity, and hands-on approach., • IT proficient (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)., • Ideally CIPD qualified or working towards., • Willingness to travel to retail locations regularly., • Energetic, agile, empathetic, and proactive. Why you’ll love it here 🎉 A supportive, dynamic, and creative workplace. 🚀 Growth opportunities as we expand and innovate. 🏖️ Generous holiday allowance with flexible hybrid working options. 📚 Continuous professional development to keep you ahead of the curve. 🍻 Social events that celebrate our collective achievements. 💪🏼 Early-finish Fridays and flexible hours for a better work-life balance. ✨ Exclusive company discounts and perks Why Hush Hush is a people-focused business with ambitious plans to expand our retail footprint. This is an exciting opportunity to influence culture, engagement, and performance while supporting new store openings and shaping the employee experience at scale. Our Commitment At Hush, we embrace diversity as a strength that drives innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace where individuality is celebrated, and everyone feels empowered to succeed. Our culture reflects our commitment to equal opportunities and respect for all. 📩 No agencies please.

Manufacturing Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire 5 months Great rate £ (Inside IR35) Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements. The role: The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will focus on involvement through the full product lifecycle, with the aim to reduce manufacturing costs and improve yield at all stages, which will directly impact our customers, whilst supporting the Programme in delivery of the milestones. As part of the Operations Engineering Team, the Manufacturing Engineer is the recognised point of contact for all matters related to their area of expertise, providing engineering advice, problem solving and co-ordination of activities in support of current and future business. You will drive a proactive approach to right first time quality to promote growth, will enhance the reputation of the business through exceptional quality standards and contribute towards a significant reduction in overall manufacturing costs. What will I be doing? • Develop manufacturing processes., • Defining sequence of operations, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling taking into account flow and lean philosophies., • Providing Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and disciplines., • Identifying any new tooling & fixturing requirements., • Experienced in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications., • Creation of detailed process instructions., • Creation of Manufacturing BOM’s / routings to aid ease of manufacture., • Active involvement in the Level 1 & 2 MDWT (Mission Directed Work Team) meetings., • Support and contribute the relevant section of the Technology Roadmap to identify improvements to current manufacturing processes and future requirements., • Assist with the Technical requirements of the relevant section of the Capital plan from definition to acceptance., • Supporting full rate production of a range of products aligned to the LMUK Ampthill Business requirements., • Close liaison of activities with Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering and other functions as necessary., • Support with the business process reviews and generation / update of relevant documentation. What are we looking for? Are you a Manufacturing Engineer with detailed Assembly Processing knowledge (Electro Mechanical, Bonding, etc)? Are you passionate about driving innovation and excellence in manufacturing? If the answer to this is 'Yes', we want to hear from you! Our Operations Engineering team is at the forefront of supporting operational performance and delivering major product development projects, from concept design to production and beyond. We provide full lifecycle engineering support, including prototype development, integration of build documentation and production support until the end of product life. This exciting opportunity is based from our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Ampthill, Bedfordshire and benefits from a 4 Day Working Week (Mon – Thu). Your Role in Shaping the Future: As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a crucial role throughout the product lifecycle, focusing on reducing manufacturing lead times while maintaining quality requirements. Your contributions will have a direct impact on customer satisfaction while ensuring the timely delivery of project milestones. As the go-to expert in your field, you will provide engineering insights, solve complex challenges, and coordinate activities to support current and future business goals. You’ll also be a key driver of our commitment to "right-first-time" quality standards, enhancing both operational efficiency and the company’s reputation. Key Responsibilities: • Develop manufacturing processes., • Defining sequence of operations, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing and material handling taking into account flow and lean philosophies., • Providing Basis of Estimates for engineering activities and shop floor operations across a range of technologies and disciplines., • Identifying any new tooling & fixturing requirements., • Experienced in the creation of Technical Requirement Specifications., • Creation of detailed process instructions., • Creation of Manufacturing BOM’s / routings to aid ease of manufacture., • Active involvement in the Level 1 & 2 MDWT (Mission Directed Work Team) meetings., • Support and contribute the relevant section of the Technology Roadmap to identify improvements to current manufacturing processes and future requirements., • Assist with the Technical requirements of the relevant section of the Capital plan from definition to acceptance., • Supporting full rate production of a range of products aligned to the LMUK Ampthill Business requirements., • Close liaison of activities with Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering and other functions as necessary., • Support with the business process reviews and generation / update of relevant documentation. Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of manufacturing innovation. As we continue to grow, your expertise will help shape the future of our products and ensure we consistently deliver the highest quality to our customers. Skills required • Detailed Assembly Processing knowledge (Electro Mechanical, Bonding, etc)., • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and quality improvement tools., • Experience with CAD software for generating 2D technical drawings., • Solid understanding of MRP systems and experience managing BOMs and routings in SAP (or similar ERP systems)., • Proven ability to drive cultural and process change, improving efficiency and quality., • A collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement., • Composite processing knowledge would be beneficial. Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 02392 415270.

* * SALARY: Up to £52,000 pa (pro rata) dependent on experience LOCATION: Milton Keynes HYBRID WORKING: Our current hybrid working policy requires a minimum of 60% of working time to be based in the Milton Keynes office however flexibility is expected to meet the needs of the business and the role. HOURS / CONTRACT TYPE: Part Time Permanent - 32 hours per week CLOSING DATE: 19/02/2026 We reserve the right to close the advert earlier If we receive a high volume of applications. Are you passionate about employee relations and making a real impact across a business? Do you thrive on partnering with managers, influencing decisions and driving positive people outcomes? We’re looking for an experienced HR Advisor to provide expert HR guidance and support, working closely with managers at all levels across the organisation. In this role, you’ll actively contribute to the delivery of our company strategy by enabling strong people management and delivering high-quality, consistent employee relations support. Working alongside key business stakeholders, HR Business Partners and the ER & Compliance Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing end-to-end employee relations cases, driving manager capability and ensuring compliant, positive outcomes in line with UK employment law and best practice. If you enjoy variety, challenge and the opportunity to influence how people experience work — this could be the role for you. What you’ll be doing: Are you confident coaching managers through complex people situations? You’ll act as a trusted partner to the business, influencing, challenging and coaching people managers to competently manage ER activity and contractual changes. This includes (but is not limited to) probation management, performance management, disciplinary and grievance cases, flexible working requests and health related matters. You’ll manage stakeholders throughout each case, escalating complex or high risk matters when appropriate, while ensuring consistency, compliance and alignment with our values. related matters. You’ll manage stakeholders throughout each case, escalating complex or high risk matters when appropriate, while ensuring consistency, compliance and alignment with our values. Do you take pride in high quality, detail driven case management? You’ll ensure effective management of ER cases through accurate tracking, detailed documentation and clear audit trails. Working collaboratively with the HR Operations team, you’ll regularly review case activity, use data to identify trends and make insightful, commercial recommendations. Are you passionate about employee wellbeing and absence management? You’ll lead on sickness absence casework, providing expert advice and support in line with employment legislation. This includes liaising with Occupational Health and third party wellbeing providers, identifying absence trends and supporting managers to take timely, appropriate action that prioritises employee wellbeing. party wellbeing providers, identifying absence trends and supporting managers to take timely, appropriate action that prioritises employee wellbeing. Do you enjoy coordinating and delivering annual HR processes? You’ll lead the planning and coordination of HR Cycle activities for your client areas, including facilitating performance calibration sessions and developing high quality guidance and training materials. You’ll analyse performance data to support annual remuneration processes and collaborate with colleagues across Learning & Development and Reward & Benefits to deliver a seamless end-to-end performance management process. Want to make a broader impact across the people agenda? You’ll support the wider HR Operations team with the delivery of people plans, including talent, succession and resourcing initiatives, while acting as a trusted expert who identifies and mitigates risk and offers practical, compliant solutions. A full job description is available on request. What you’ll bring: Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast paced environment? You’ll be confident managing ER cases end-to-end, coaching managers and building their capability to lead effective, engaged teams. You’ll also bring: • The ability to perform well under pressure and manage competing priorities, • Strong problem solving skills, balancing commercial needs with a positive employee experience solving skills, balancing commercial needs with a positive employee experience, • A genuine customer focus and desire to exceed internal stakeholder expectations, • Excellent written English, with the ability to produce detailed case documentation, reports and formal correspondence, • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills at all levels, • A strong moral compass, with the confidence to challenge constructively while upholding company values, • Experience designing and delivering training and presentations that build manager capability, • High emotional intelligence and a genuine curiosity to understand people and their perspectives, • CIPD qualification (preferred) What’s in it for you? Bonus: Discretionary 10% on-target bonus (based on personal and Group company performance) Pension: Employer pension contribution of 9% (based on employee contribution of 3%). VWFS will pay 6% if employee chooses a 2% employee contribution. Car schemes*: Choice of Employee Car Ownership (ECO) scheme for petrol/diesel and hybrid vehicles plus car insurance. OR Company Car scheme for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) plus car insurance cover for you and a partner/eligible family member. Other benefits: From day 1 we provide income protection, life assurance (4x salary), retail discount vouchers , access to Care Concierge (a service to support carers of adults), along with other salary sacrifice options including a will writing service and cycle to work (subject to scheme restrictions). Following successful completion of probation, you will have access to private medical insurance for you (with the option to buy additional family cover), access to our loan car scheme for up to 2 cars for your partner or eligible family members (subject to scheme restrictions) and during our annual benefit window you can purchase critical illness cover and dental cover , so you can select the benefits that matter to you. We invest in our people and are passionate about driving development. You’ll have access to LinkedIn Learning via our Degreed platform as well as a host of professional development programmes and opportunities to build your technical and soft skills so you can further develop your career. We also offer mentoring schemes and reciprocal partnerships recognising that we can all learn from each other in the flow of work. * * * Why join VWFS UK? You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference by helping us to achieve our mission. Our mission is straight forward; we want to be 'The Key to Mobility'. That means we make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers. No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! VWFS is proud to be an inclusive employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion isn’t just a statement for us, we encourage and aspire for all our colleagues to be their 100% self. If you need any reasonable adjustments to assist you with the application and/or recruitment processes, please contact our Resourcing Team. This role does not meet the UKVI’s criteria for the skilled worker sponsorship route, therefore we are unable to accept candidates requiring sponsorship for this role.

The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering information technology projects on time, within scope, and within budget. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field. Proven experience managing IT or technology-driven proj

Can you Design, implement, and maintain robust, secure, and scalable network infrastructure solutions? Are you able to ensure high availability, performance, and security of bpha's network systems while mentoring junior staff and collaborating across IT teams? Then we want to hear from you! We're looking for someone who can do all of the above and more! Take a look at our key responsibilities below, and if you think that sounds like you, why not apply! Key Responsibilities Design and develop network architecture strategies aligned with business needs and industry standards. Implement and manage network security measures (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS). Configure and maintain routers, switches, wireless systems, and firewalls. Deploy scalable, high-performance network solutions with minimal downtime. Conduct regular network maintenance, updates, and upgrades. Perform security audits and vulnerability assessments. Respond to and mitigate network security incidents. Automate network tasks and processes using scripting tools. Maintain comprehensive network documentation and diagrams. Collaborate with IT teams and third-party vendors on network-related projects. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members. Stay current with emerging network technologies and trends. Key Performance Indicators High network uptime and minimal downtime. Successful delivery of network projects on time and within budget. Zero or minimal security breaches. Positive stakeholder feedback on network performance and documentation. Effective automation and continuous improvement of network processes. Accurate and timely documentation updates. Strong collaboration and communication across teams. Essential Skills & Attributes Logical and analytical problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects. Strategic thinking and stakeholder management. Adaptability and responsiveness to change. Strong vendor relationship management. Willingness to travel to remote sites as needed. Essential Experience & Knowledge Proven experience as a Senior Network Engineer. Proficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF). Hands-on experience with Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet, NETGEAR, ZYXEL. Experience with SD-WAN technologies and network security tools. Strong background in Microsoft Azure and automation tools. Experience leading network projects and scripting for automation. Desirable Experience Windows Server administration. Experience with Amazon AWS or other cloud platforms. Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum) or project management (PRINCE2, APM). ITIL Foundation certification. Qualifications Relevant degree or equivalent experience. Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent (Essential). Full clean driving license (Essential). Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications or find a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Role You will be required to observe interaction between adults and children and produce a detailed written report, within 48 hours of the contact session. Contact sessions can take place in various settings such as Contact Centres, in foster carers homes or out within the community. An average contact session lasts 2 hours. You may be requested to give evidence in family court proceedings if required. Specific Requirements -You must be able to Immediately report any concerns of a child protection nature in accordance with policy and procedure. -To work as part of a team, carrying out duties as required by centre based or community-based contacts. -To supervise, observe and record contact sessions with the needs and safety of the child as a priority. -Taking appropriate action to protect the safety of children or parents and promote their welfare intervening where this is threatened and terminating contact when necessary. -Support children and young people to manage expectations of contact Experience Experience of working with children in need or at risk of harm is relevant and the capacity to work with parents who are subject to statutory intervention in their lives is essential. You must have report writing experience as well excellent observation skills. Education and Knowledge Applicants will need to hold a relevant qualification; this could be as follows; a degree in social Work, Law, Psychology, Sociology or Health and Social Care, a Teaching Certificate, Early Years training or a NVQ level 3 or above. You must have knowledge and understanding of the developmental needs of children and have knowledge of relevant legislation in child protection and safeguarding. Good written and verbal communication skills are essential. You must have the ability to manage challenging and uncomfortable situations whilst still maintaining professional boundaries. You must be IT literate. Benefits -Additional paid time for report writing. -Car mileage will be paid through expense claims for accompanying the child/children between different locations when required. You will need to have business car insurance. -Weekly payment and flexible working hours -Holiday pay and statutory sick pay Policy Statement Carefirst Recruitment ltd is committed to recruiting and selecting candidates based on merit, qualifications, and job-related criteria, without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We will strive to create a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Important Information: This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA). How to apply? To be considered for interview your CV must reflect the relevant experience and knowledge required. TPBN1_UKTJ

Service Manager When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Service Manager Location: Bedford. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access Salary: £36,400 Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00. You may be required to work outside these hours as per service and resident requirements, as well as be part of the out of hours on call rota for managers. About the Role Join and lead our brand new Mental Health Service which is due to go live April 2026! The service is a step-down service, which provides short-stay, trauma-informed alternative to hospital admission and facilities. The service forms part of a wider integrated initiative for urgent and emergency care. The team will support our residents who are at risk of admission but can be supported outside of mental health hospital settings, by providing tailored support to them to help them overcome their personal barriers, and achieve their goals, to live more fulfilled lives and independent living. In this role, you will lead the team by providing overall leadership to the service and line management responsibilities to support, enable, and empower your team to deliver high quality support to our residents. You will drive service outcomes in line with contractual requirements, ensuring quality and consistency within a trauma and psychologically informed environment. You will ensure the service runs smoothly in collaboration with the team, wider teams, and external partners. We're looking for someone who is solution focused, has experience within a similar service environment, and can create a safe space for individuals to learn, and grow. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Key Responsibilities Include: Line management and leadership, offering guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle, fostering a supportive leadership culture focused on staff wellbeing, learning, and development. Encourage productivity, engagement, and wellbeing of the team through regular check-ins, training, meetings, and supervisions. Support with day to day tasks within the service, supporting the team to deliver the best possible outcomes with their residents. Lead the day to day operational delivery of the service. Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed. Property and housing management, ensuring accommodation standards, timely maintenance and reporting. Striving to ensure excellence and quality in our service delivery. Financial Management of service budget with cost saving mechanisms. About You We're seeking someone who has a genuine passion for making a difference to lives, and helping to create safer communities for all. You will be a proactive leader, with the ability to motivate and empower a team to drive excellence, both as individuals, and as a team, whilst providing practical solutions to challenges which arise. You will be knowledgeable of mental health and have an understanding and experience in how to support those who struggle. We're looking for someone who can build rapport, trust, and create an environment which allows individuals to grow their skills and experience and develop as individuals. Previous leadership experience, and ability to take responsibility for the full service, ensuring service outcomes, KPI's and requirements are met. Demonstratable experience in leading a service/team in a similar capacity. Previous experience in supporting those who struggle with their mental health, ideally in a similar environment. Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff. Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries Ability to promote the service externally to enhance reputation in the area and with partner organisations Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands and needs of the service. For example, Provide an emergency on call service as and when required in case of emergency IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, Microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software. Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group . Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. TPBN1_UKTJ

Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day' and we're recruiting for a Deputy Manager to help us achieve our goals. Joining us at Elstow Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. Working with the Home Manager and Quality Assurance team, the Deputy Manager will be responsible for ensuring effective and safe clinical practice, monitor standards via audits and observations, review policies, implement action plans and provide reports as required At Hamberley we believe our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day', and we focus on the tiny details that make our homes for older people a luxurious and comfortable, home-like environment. We offer our colleagues A competitive salary and benefits package 5 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays Quality-linked bonus scheme - A performance bonus tied to our CQC quality rating, rewarding you for helping us deliver outstanding care. Workplace pension for your future security A true team culture - A collaborative, encouraging working environment where kindness, respect, and professional pride are at the heart of everything we do Excellent training and career development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health and wellbeing support services Everyday saving perks - Access to a wide range of retail discounts and savings Free on-site parking Rewarding connections - Refer a Friend bonus — earn up to £750 per successful referral because great people know great people. What you'll be doing: Upholding the values of Hamberley Care Homes and leading the Care teams. Providing leadership, support and supervision for clinical and care staff as advised by the Home Manager. On call duties according to the needs of the home and Home Manager. Within scope of practice and knowledge, researching, devising and delivering written and verbal training modules and workshops to improve delivery of care. Providing feedback to Home Manager on any areas of staff improvement. Supporting the Home Manager with clinically related aspects of the home including, assessments of potential residents, liaising with commissioners and stakeholders. Leading team and clinical review meetings. Working with the Home Manager and QA teams to ensure effective and safe clinical practice is maintained. Carrying out investigations and responding to any complaints or concerns. Could you be part of our team? We are recruiting for a Deputy manager to join our dynamic team. The successful applicant will be/have: Registered Nurse with valid NMC Pin and demonstrable post registration experience Managing or mentoring experience Previous experience working as a Senior Nurse or staff nurse or registered nurse in a Care Home environment is desirable People Management experience Possess committed and organised approach A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills If this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Due to the high level of interest we anticipate for this role, we may close this advert earlier than the stated closing date to manage applications effectively. If you're interested in joining us at Hamberley, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About Elstow Manor Elstow Manor is a luxurious care home in Bedford, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of something special. Be part of Hamberley. TPBN1_UKTJ

Looking for a hands on and experienced Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and enjoys working across multiple teams to deliver high-quality outcomes. Our client is a market leader in customer experience technology and this role offers strong career development, predominately remote working with 1 day per week in the office and the chance to work with some of the most innovative tools in the industry. Project Manager Bedford (one day a week on site) £45,000 to £50,000 per annum (doe) In this role, you will be responsible for delivering products, applications, and services to end users as well as to translate technical information back to customers. Key Responsibilities Deliver products, applications, and services to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction Work cross-functionally to support customer engagement and the expansion of products and services Liaise with internal departments to ensure project mandates are clearly understood, agreed, and delivered to schedule Manage project risks, issues, assumptions, constraints, and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle Facilitate and lead project meetings, ensuring accurate minutes are produced and distributed Manage project budgets Skills and Experience Essential: Experience working in a technical, customer-facing environment Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong organisational, administrative, and prioritisation skills Ability to resolve or escalate issues effectively and sensitively Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work with minimal supervision Desirable: ICT or related degree, IT Apprenticeship, or relevant industry experience PRINCE2 Practitioner or PMP qualification Scrum Master qualification Agile and/or Scrum delivery experience Experience delivering IT application and/or telecommunications solutions within Public Sector and Corporate environments Special Conditions Full driving licence and access to a vehicle Flexibility to work away from home, occasionally at short notice Occasional travel to other offices Successful completion of pre-employment screening and NPPV3 screening If this Project Manager role would be of interest please contact Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKTJ

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a candidate to join bpha's In House Maintenance Service, who make a difference to our customer's lives everyday by delivering a high-quality repairs service designed around them. We operate across Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and surrounding areas, and we utilise the latest technology to ensure that we not only deliver a great experience for our customers, but for our colleagues as well. We are looking for a Repairs and Voids Inspector to join our newly formed Small Works Team, and to be responsible for the inspection, specification, and ordering of repairs identified requiring technical knowledge to ensure a long-lasting repair solution is provided. The inspections you complete should consider the impact of the repairs required on our customers experience of living within their home, and you are expected to proactively communicate with customers, ensuring they are aware of the next steps following your inspection and what to expect. What you will be doing: Responsible for contributing to the IHMS's strong culture of health, safety, environment, and quality that can be evidenced, stands up to scrutiny and audit Carrying out a range of different inspections, ensuring that the repairs service delivered achieves good quality value for money repairs. Take responsibility for positively contributing to a highly motivated, empowered, and engaged team that work together to contribute towards delivering bpha's vision and mission To ensure a customer-centric service is always delivered. Be responsible for contributing to a team who have a customer centric, right first-time culture. Responsible for maintaining professional supplier relationships in conjunction with the IHMS management teams and Health & Safety. Responsible for ensuring you and your team's adherence and compliance to bpha standing orders, financial regulations, policies, and procedures We'd love to meet someone with: In depth knowledge and understanding of building construction, maintenance and legislation governing social housing providers. Good experience driving contract performance. Experience of fault diagnosis and works specification Knowledge of schedule of rates and experience in using them to select the most appropriate codes Knowledge of health and safety legislation related to construction and/or landlord responsibilities Building construction qualification to minimum ONC/OND or NVQ Level 3 Proven experience of delivering customer service excellence Full UK Driving Licence Amongst what we offer you is: A competitive salary 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays (Rising with services to 33 days plus bank hols) A generous contributory pension scheme Private health care Free life assurance Enhanced family leave Access to an extensive suite of well-being services and tools including a digital gym Opportunities for learning and development Discounted gym membership Retail discount scheme Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible TPBN1_UKTJ

Deputy Manager When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Deputy Service Manager Location: Based within Bedfordshire. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access. The building is approximately a 10 minute walk from Bedford Station. Salary: £29,500 Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a weekly rota which includes weekends, evenings and bank holidays. You will also take part in our out of hours service for managers. About the Role Join and support in leading our brand new Mental Health Service which is due to go live April 2026! The service is a step-down service, which provides short-stay, trauma-informed alternative to hospital admission and facilities. The service forms part of a wider integrated initiative for urgent and emergency care. The team will support our residents who are at risk of admission but can be supported outside of mental health hospital settings, by providing tailored support to them to help them overcome their personal barriers, and achieve their goals, to live more fulfilled lives and independent living. In this role, you will support in leading the team by providing overall leadership to the service and line management responsibilities to support, enable, and empower your team to deliver high quality support to our residents. You will support in driving service outcomes in line with contractual requirements, ensuring quality and consistency within a trauma and psychologically informed environment. You will ensure the service runs smoothly in collaboration with the team, wider teams, and external partners. We're looking for someone who is solution focused, has experience within a similar service environment, and can create a safe space for individuals to learn, and grow. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Key Responsibilities Include: Line management and leadership, offering guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle, fostering a supportive leadership culture focused on staff wellbeing, learning, and development. Encourage productivity, engagement, and wellbeing of the team through regular check-ins, training, meetings, and supervisions. Support with day to day tasks within the service, supporting the team to deliver the best possible outcomes with their residents. Ensure Risk Management processes and policies are followed within the service. Property and housing management, ensuring accommodation standards, timely maintenance and reporting. Striving to ensure excellence and quality in our service delivery. Financial Management of service budget with cost saving mechanisms. About You We're seeking someone who has a genuine passion for making a difference to lives, and helping to create safer communities for all. You will be a proactive leader, with the ability to motivate and empower a team to drive excellence, both as individuals, and as a team, whilst providing practical solutions to challenges which arise. You will be knowledgeable of mental health and have an understanding and experience in how to support those who struggle. We're looking for someone who can build rapport, trust, and create an environment which allows individuals to grow their skills and experience and develop as individuals. Previous experience in supporting those who struggle with their mental health, ideally in a similar environment. Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff. Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's Ability to support the Service Manager and help manage staff with daily tasks, caseloads and overall day to day running of the service. Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands and needs of the service. For example, Provide an emergency on call service as and when required in case of emergency IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, Microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software. Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group . Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. TPBN1_UKTJ