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DEPUTY MANAGER – CARE PROFESSIONALS WANTED Salary £15.03 per hour - 37.5 hours week Location – Charing Ashford At CareTech, our Deputy Managers play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of outstanding care. If you have leadership experience in a care setting and are ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the perfect opportunity. The Role As a Deputy Manager, you’ll support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home while ensuring the highest standards of care for residents. You’ll lead, motivate, and inspire a dedicated team of care staff, and help create a warm, person-centred environment for residents and their families. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Registered Manager in operational management of the home Being 50% supernumerary to focus on leadership and oversight Leading, coaching, and motivating a team of care staff Ensuring care is delivered to the highest standards Building strong relationships with families and professionals Supporting compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, and CQC standards Previous experience in a supervisory or management role in a care setting NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in Health and Social Care, or equivalent Strong leadership and communication skills Compassionate, professional, and motivated approach to care Knowledge of CQC regulations and standards Why Join CareTech? Competitive salary and benefits Opportunities for career progression and leadership development A supportive environment where your skills and experience are valued The chance to make a real difference to residents’ lives every day If you’re an experienced care professional ready to take on a Deputy Manager role, join CareTech and help shape an outstanding service while developing your career About CareTech Established in 1993, CareTech Community Services operates over 250 services nationwide, supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and complex needs. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of care and creating opportunities for independence. All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks.CareTech is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.Some roles may require male or female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Connect2Kent exclusively recruits on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), supporting them in hiring both Locum and Permanent Social Workers across the county. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding', KCC offers an exceptional environment for social work professionals looking to make a real impact. We are currently seeking qualified and passionate Senior Practitioners to join the South Kent Children's Social Work Teams, based across Ashford, Dover, and Folkestone. If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in one of the UK's most desirable regions. Why Kent?Experience a fantastic lifestyle in a beautiful part of the country, with coastal scenery, vibrant towns, excellent transport links, and countless attractions right on your doorstep. What Kent County Council Offers: • Up to £8,000 relocation support, • £3,000 retention bonus, • £2,000 annual car premium, • Flexible working arrangements Main duties and responsibilities: • Manage a caseload of complex cases involving high levels of risk and needs to a high standard to ensure resources are utilised effectively., • Provide a high-quality resource of professional social work knowledge and expertise to a team of Social Workers, to include student supervision, chairing complex meetings, assisted fieldwork, attendance in court, case audits and reviews etc, to assist the team in ensuring that it carries out its core tasks to a high standard., • Provide coaching and mentoring support to Social Workers, including those undertaking social work training, to support and further their professional knowledge and development to impact upon the overall quality of practice within teams., • Attend court, where appropriate, to assist the team in ensuring that key professional input and expertise is provided to high profile and sensitive cases., • Act as Practice Assessor to support student placements/ASYE., • Liaise regularly with colleagues throughout the Council to ensure social work staff deliver existing and new practices consistently and to a high standard., • Contribute to the development of new initiatives through attendance or leadership on working groups, multi-agency forums, training courses etc and acting as lead for identified service initiatives, i.e. planning for permanence and research work, to develop current and new ways of working that meet service requirements.

Registered Manager role Are you an experienced Registered Manager or Deputy Manager with a talent for leading teams to deliver high-quality care and support to vulnerable adults? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We’re currently recruiting for a Registered Manager for an independent provider who has a great track record in delivering high-quality care and enjoys a brilliant reputation locally. This is a charming residential care home for older people (some with dementia), thoughtfully designed to combine modern facilities with a warm, homely feel. As the Registered Manager, you’ll lead and support all the teams within the home, ensuring everybody works together to deliver an excellent service for the residents. This provider isn’t corporate in style; instead, they offer warm, supportive leadership that enables people to thrive. You won’t be weighed down by unnecessary KPIs and paperwork. Instead, you’ll be supported to focus on delivering excellent care to residents. The Registered Home Manager role You’ll be: • Overseeing the day-to-day running of the home, • Ensuring care is person-centred and tailored to each resident, • Maintaining compliance with CQC and regulatory standards through audits and quality checks, • Managing, supervising and developing the staff team, equipping them with the skills they need to succeed, • We’re looking for an experienced Registered Manager or Care Home Manager who has previously led a residential care home for older people., • You’ll need a QCF Level 5 qualification in Health and Social Care (or be working towards it). If this sounds like you, click apply to send your CV to Laura at Thendon Resourcing. I’ll be in touch within 1 to 2 working days to discuss your application and the next steps.

D365 Functional Consultant - Finance Location: Hybrid - Home & Ashford Clearance: BPSS Max Rate: £600 per day Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months (extensions possible) I am working with a key consultancy client who are seeking an experienced D365 Finance Functional Consultant to take ownership of the Finance workstream within a large-scale transformation programme. The consultant will lead planning, coordination, and delivery of all Finance-related activities, ensuring alignment with cross-functional teams and programme objectives.This is a highly strategic and hands-on role requiring strong stakeholder engagement, deep D365 Finance expertise, and the ability to manage RAID items while driving successful workstream outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Lead the Finance workstream, ensuring delivery of all functional planning and outputs., • Collaborate with cross-functional programme teams to define scope and validate requirements., • Coordinate and track implementation activities for Finance, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met., • Provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) across all D365 Finance areas., • Review and validate Functional Design Documents and other artefacts., • Manage and maintain RAID logs, actively mitigating risks and resolving issues., • Multi-entity Financial Setup, • Dimensions & Accounting Structures, • Derived Dimensions, • Posting Profiles, • Tax Setup (including HMRC / Online Tax Integration), • Intercompany Postings, • Cash & Bank Management, • Budgeting, • Month-End Processing, • Reconciliations, • Organisation Hierarchy, • Workflows, • Payment Integrations Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Industrial Refrigeration Engineer - Ammonia Refrigeration - South East - Up to £54,000basic, OTE £70,000 plusAbout the Company We are looking for Industrial Refrigeration Engineers to work on properties across the South East of the UK, working as part of a team for a well established Industrial Refrigeration, Commercial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Installation company. The role is mobile and will be performing planned and reactive service, attending breakdowns, fault-finding and attending maintenance works on a variety of large industrial food distribution and processing plants.Industrial Refrigeration Engineer - The Rewards • Salary up to £54,000 basic dependent on experience, • OTE £70,000 plus, • Company Vehicle - available for domestic and personal use also, • Mobile Phone and Laptop, • Fuel Card, • Credit Card, • Door to Door, • Overtime and Bonuses on offer, • Tools and PPE provided, • 40hr week, • 34 days holiday, • Ongoing Training and Development, • Private Healthcare, Death in Service, Company Contributed Pension There will be a callout rota and overtime at additional rates, all tools, vehicle, PPE and equipment provided to perform the role.Industrial Refrigeration Engineer - Requirements, • Ideal candidates will have experience of working within industrial commercial properties and hold both their F-Gas qualification and Ammonia qualifications, • Hands-on servicing experience within Industrial or Ammonia Refrigeration. Will also consider lots of Chiller & Compressor experience or heavy commercial, • Experience in the commissioning, maintenance and servicing of Industrial refrigeration and/or Compressor systems, • Will have experience of controls and integration, • Full UK Driving LicenceIndustrial Refrigeration Engineer - Responsibilities, • This is an opportunity for a hungry, career minded individual to undertake Service, Repair, Maintenance and Commissioning on Industrial & Ammonia Refrigeration units including multi-compressor packages, food factory process cooling, blast cooling systems as well as F-Gas equipment., • You will be working from home autonomously, occasionally in pairs for larger jobs, covering a territory in the South East., • Undertaking work for customers within industries & applications such as Food & Beverages, Production, Pharmaceutical etc., • Majority of work will be planned in advance, although the Engineer will be required to be on-call 1 week in 7 on a reactive/call-out basis (including weekends). This role would suit a Industrial Ammonia Engineer, Cooling Engineer, Refrigeration Engineer, CO2 Engineer, Multiskilled Engineer, Senior Refrigeration Engineer or Lead Engineer.About Us Detail2Recruitment acts as an employment agency in respect of this position. Please note, due to a high volume of applications, you may not receive a response if unsuccessful. For information on how we may use, process, store and disclose your Personal Information, please refer to detail2recruitment pivacy-policy

Registered Care Manager Ashford £45,000pa We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven Registered Cluster Care Home Manager to lead two well-established residential services. This is a fantastic role with a respected and forward-thinking charity committed to delivering high-quality care and support. If you're a strong leader who thrives in a person-centred, values-driven environment, this is your chance to join an organisation where people come first. Benefits: • 33 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Company sick pay after 12 months service, • Death in service benefits, • Long service and contribution recognition awards, • Pension, • Employee Assistance Programme, with counselling services, • Significant retail and leisure discount scheme, • Discounted gym membership, • Financial wellbeing scheme, • Refer a friend Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm, plus on-call rota The Role: As the Registered Cluster Manager, you will be responsible for the operational management of two residential care services supporting adults with autism and learning difficulties. You'll lead and develop a team of dedicated Assistant Managers and support staff, ensuring high-quality, safe, and person-centred care at all times. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and inspire teams to deliver outstanding care, • Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and regulatory requirements, • Work proactively to manage risk and promote positive outcomes, • Build strong relationships with families, professionals, and wider stakeholders., • Promote best practice in areas such as Safeguarding, DoLS, MCA and the Care Act, • Collaborate with internal quality and compliance teams to uphold service standards, • Take part in the on-call rota and provide operational support as needed About You: We're looking for someone who is a visible, confident leader with a proven track record of managing adult care services. You'll be passionate about making a real difference and empowering your team to do the same. To be successful, you will need: • Minimum of 5 years' experience coaching and leading care teams in a regulated setting., • In-depth knowledge of CQC standards, Safeguarding, DoLS, MCA, and relevant care legislation., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop staff., • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent) - or working towards it., • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. If you are interested and would like to find out more about the position, then please email Lucy at

About the role A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeping and VAT Manager to step into a key role within a growing and sociable team based in Ashford. This Bookkeeping and VAT Manager role offers the chance to take ownership of a team, with strong potential for a long-term management role within the firm. • Lead and manage a small, energetic team of junior staff, • Oversee workflow and ensu... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. \n About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. \n Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Ashford Trinity Road, rated Good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 86 children and features a passionate team dedicated to providing every child with the best start in life through a diverse range of activities and experiences. We maintain strong links with a variety of professionals to offer support and guidance to children and their families. Conveniently located on a main road, we are on a bus route that connects the nursery to the town center and provide free parking, ensuring easy access for families and staff alike. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary \n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression \n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers \n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 50% childcare discount \n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy \n, • Financial support through Salary Finance \n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme \n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)\n What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner: • Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning., • Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.\n, • Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education\n

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK \n As a Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. \n About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. \n Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. \n Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Ashford Eureka Park, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 108 children and is a friendly nursery featuring six base rooms along with a dedicated sensory room. Each age group has its own garden, allowing children to enjoy daily free flow access to outdoor play. Conveniently located within a local leisure complex, we are close to the M20 and the town center, making our nursery easily accessible for families. We also provide free parking for staff, ensuring a hassle-free experience during drop-offs and collections. Busy Bees Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary \n, • Ongoing professional development and career progression \n, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers \n, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)\n, • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!\n, • 50% childcare discount \n, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus\n, • Menopause support through Peppy \n, • Financial support through Salary Finance \n, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders\n, • Cycle to Work scheme \n, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon\n, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)\n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead the planning and execution of age-appropriate activities and curriculum in your room.\n, • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for children.\n, • Foster a high-performing team through supportive leadership and collaboration.\n, • Oversee the development and wellbeing of children, ensuring their progress is tracked and communicated with parents.\n, • Take on the role of Key Person, ensuring the holistic development and personal care needs of a group of children.\n, • Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage ideally as a Nursery Room Leader, Nursery Room Manager or Nursery Practitioner., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

UMEDICA is a vertically integrated company engaged in the manufacturing and export of a wide range of finished formulations i.e., Injectables, Tablets, Capsules, Suspensions, Dry Syrups, etc. UMEDICA's manufacturing facility, located in Vapi (Gujarat), is approved by global regulatory. UMEDICA was founded in 1983 and has business operations in more than 85 countries including the USA, Canada, EU, UK, Australia, Middle East, Central & South American countries, Africa, Asia & CIS countries. We at UMEDICA strive to achieve more through a culture of innovation & continuous improvement. Job Purpose To act as the named Qualified Person responsible for the certification and release of medicinal products in compliance with UK regulations, ensuring patient safety, product quality, and continuity of supply. The role also provides leadership in creating and improving a Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring regulatory compliance, and enabling efficient and timely batch disposition through effective cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities QP Certification & Compliance • Perform duties of a Qualified Person in accordance with UK legislation, including the Human Medicines Regulations 2012, and guidelines from MHRA., • Certify and release batches for sale, ensuring compliance with:, • Marketing Authorisations (MAs), • GMP/GDP requirements, • Applicable legal and regulatory frameworks, • Ensure compliance with EU GMP Annex 16 and the Orange Guide., • Perform risk-based assessment of batch certification, including clinical risk where required., • Provide QP declarations to support importation activities. Batch Review & Quality Oversight • Review batch documentation, deviations, OOS/OOT results, and investigations to enable timely batch release., • Provide guidance on documentation gaps, CAPAs, and effectiveness checks to ensure timely closure and continuous improvement., • Ensure efficient batch disposition without compromising compliance or patient safety. Quality Management System (QMS) • Lead the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the QMS in line with evolving regulatory requirements., • Ensure ongoing compliance of the Manufacturer’s/Importer’s Authorisation (MIA) and associated licences., • Drive a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement using Lean principles. Regulatory & Inspection Readiness • Act as primary contact for regulatory authorities and support inspections and audits., • Ensure inspection readiness through internal audits and continuous compliance monitoring., • Support preparation and maintenance of product licences, including variations and renewals. Cross-functional Collaboration • Work closely with Quality, Regulatory, R&D, Supply Chain, Commercial, and Pharmacovigilance teams to ensure seamless operations., • Build effective working relationships with global and site leadership teams to enable efficient decision-making and product release., • Maintain regular communication with Head Office and key stakeholders. Continuous Improvement & Governance • Apply Lean principles to optimise processes, reduce inefficiencies, and maintain compliance., • Monitor and report QP-related performance metrics to senior leadership., • Participate in quality review meetings and governance forums. Training & Development • Provide GMP and QP-related training to internal stakeholders., • Maintain Continuous Professional Development (CPD) to remain eligible as a QP. Key Accountabilities • Ensure that Marketing Authorisation (Assembly Only) requirements have been met for all batches of medicinal products, prior to certifying and ‘release for sale’ of these batches to the market., • Ensure that principles and guidelines of cGMP (Directive 2003/94/EC) as interpreted in the EU Guide to cGMP and cGDP (The Orange Guide), have been followed., • Manage the development of the Quality Management System covering all activities with the Group in line with the evolving regulatory requirements and changes and ensuring appropriate reporting to Management., • Ensure effective maintenance of granted licenses including variations and renewals., • Oversee all aspects of trademark notifications including preparation of samples and maintaining up to date knowledge of legal requirements, including assessing the applicability of the “Specific Mechanism” to potential products., • Undertake regular internal inspections on an ad-hoc basis across the site to ensure standards are being maintained. Suggest improvements/non-compliance and propose corrective actions on consultation., • Co-ordinate with appropriate Regulatory Bodies and ensure inspection requirements are fully satisfied., • Maintaining inspection readiness Qualifications & Experience • Eligible to act as a Qualified Person under UK legislation, • Named or eligible to be named on a Manufacturer’s/Importer’s Authorisation (MIA), • Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline, • Significant experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environments, • Strong working knowledge of UK/EU GMP, GDP, and regulatory requirements Key Skills & Competencies • Strong decision-making with high accountability, • Risk-based thinking and clinical judgement, • Attention to detail and compliance focus, • Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders, • Strong communication and leadership skills Additional Requirements • Willingness to travel to manufacturing sites as required, • Ability to work in a hybrid and globally connected environment, • Familiarity with digital/paperless systems (e.g., cloud

Lead Software Developer Remote (UK-based) | Occasional travel to Ashford, Kent (approximately twice a year) Full-time | Permanent | 37.5 hours per week About CLEO Systems CLEO Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of Integrated Care 24 (IC24), the UK’s leading not-for-profit social enterprise delivering innovative, patient-focused primary care services. Our mission is Clinical Excellence Online (CLEO) — using technology to improve access to health and social care, reduce pressure on secondary care, and put patients first, not paperwork. IC24 supports over 6 million patients nationwide across NHS 111, GP out-of-hours, primary care, and secondary care services. With over 20 years of software expertise, we work in close collaboration with the NHS to deliver solutions across secondary care outpatients, integrated urgent care, community services, urgent treatment centres, and pharmacy settings. Our Ethos • Integrity – We do the right thing, • Creativity – We find the best solutions, • Collaboration – We work together to deliver The Role As a Lead Software Developer, you’ll lead the design, development, and optimisation of CLEO Systems’ mission-critical software solutions. You’ll mentor and manage a team of developers while playing a key role in architectural decision-making and delivery of high-performance, scalable applications that directly support patient care. Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with the Technical Design Authority to propose and implement architectural improvements, • Design and develop complex backend systems using modern cloud technologies, • Optimise application performance while maintaining data integrity and high-quality standards, • Ensure seamless integration with databases, APIs, and third-party systems, • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing software development team, • Drive innovation and ensure delivery aligns with CLEO Systems’ strategic goals Essential Criteria • A minimum of 6 years’ experience as a Software Developer, • Strong experience with Golang, including TDD and unit testing, • Hands-on experience with AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda), • Proficiency with ALM tools such as JIRA and GitHub, • Strong SQL skills including schema design and scripting (MSSQL & PostgreSQL), • Experience integrating third-party solutions via APIs, messaging, or web services, • Solid understanding of web technologies, including HTML5 and JavaScript What’s In It for You? • Salary up to £75,000 (dependent on experience), • Additional £3,000 on-call allowance, • Generous annual leave including bank holidays, • 6% employer pension contribution (NEST), • Private medical insurance via Benenden Health (option to add family cover available), • Laptop and full home-working kit provided, • Heartbeat wellbeing programme with discounts and resources, • Free, confidential 24/7 counselling service, • Ongoing learning and development opportunities Interview Process We believe interviews should be a two-way conversation. Our process typically includes: • Introductory call (45 minutes) with our Principal Software Architect, • Technical stage – a Go coding challenge, • Final interview – discussion of the challenge and further questions Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory basic DBS disclosure and two references. Closing date: Thursday 2nd April 2026 The advert may close sooner if sufficient applications are received. At CLEO Systems, we celebrate brave ideas and brave people. 👉 Learn more at We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all people and we particularly encourage applications from ethnic minorities, applicants with a disability and those from other under-represented groups. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team on

Monday to Friday 3 shift £58,000, Ashford, Kent. Engineers – Not everyone can pull the sword from the stone. In the old stories, only the true King could pull Excalibur free. In modern factories, it’s the same idea… not everyone can step onto a production floor, face a breakdown, and bring a site back to life. At ARDO, when lines stop, alarms flash, and production pressure is on, we don’t look for shortcuts. We look for a Multi Skilled Engineer who’s earned the right to carry the tools. Your battlefield is the factory floor. From packing hall production lines and cold stores to refrigeration systems, cooling towers and wastewater plants, you’ll be responsible for keeping the kingdom running safely and efficiently. Some shifts you’ll be the only engineer on duty, standing shoulder to shoulder with the Production Shift Supervisor, owning the engineering performance of the site. You won’t just swing one sword either. You’ll carry both electrical and mechanical weapons, with a 60:40 skill balance. Fault finding on PLCs and SCADA systems. Power and control circuits. Pneumatics. Conveyor systems. Mechanical drives. Health and Safety is the law of the land here. You’ll lead by example, follow procedures, complete compliance checks, and make sure every job is done properly, not just quickly. You’ll also be a leader on the floor: Working closely with production teams and operators. Driving continuous improvement. Reducing waste and energy use. Increasing uptime. Improving line performance. Supporting the delivery of factory KPIs. So who earns the sword? An engineer with: A completed UK engineering apprenticeship. 17th or 18th Edition wiring regulations. At least 5 years’ multi-skilled experience. Strong fault-finding ability across electrical and mechanical systems. MEWP/IPAF licence. Computer literacy. Food manufacturing experience (highly desirable). This is more than just another maintenance role. It’s a chance to step into a business with real heritage, real standards, and real responsibility — where good engineers are trusted, respected, and given ownership. So… can you pull the sword from the stone? Apply now and prove you belong on this factory floor.

About the Job At EFWS (Education and Family Wellbeing Service) we are looking for compassionate and dedicated Teachers, Mentors, Tutors and SEN specialists in the Kent and Medway Area. Our goal is to support children and young people who have become disengaged from mainstream education, helping them rediscover their love for learning and to build a brighter future. We are looking for individuals who can look past behaviour to see the child, understanding that education is not just about grades, it is about rebuilding confidence, agency and self-worth. Key Responsibilities • Deliver high quality, personalised support (1:1 or in small groups) to students with diverse learning needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) and other associated complex needs., • Implement the EFWS curriculum including GCSE, Functional Skills and ASDAN whilst adapting lessons to engage reluctant learners., • Foster a safe, inclusive and supportive environment that encourages independent learning habits., • Track student progress using assessment techniques and tools and provide feedback that builds self-esteem., • Work collaboratively within a co-production model, valuing the input of families, stakeholders and agencies and the young people themselves. What we are looking for • Teachers: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is highly desirable, if you are studying towards QTS we would like to hear from you too., • Mentors/Tutors: Relevant experience in youth work, coaching or subject specific tutoring is required., • SEN and SEMH experience: A strong understanding of a range of Special Educational Needs and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and the ability to tailor your approach to students who have faced barriers to learning., • Curriculum knowledge: Familiarity with delivery of curriculums, planning and engaging disengaged learners., • Tech Savvy: Comfortable using technology and online platforms to enhance the learning process and maintain engagement., • Soft Skills: Excellent communication, organisation and a genuine commitment to patience and empathy. Why join EFWS? Help us change the narrative for the next generation. Our systemic approach recognises and works within a strength based, co-production model to support, empower and transform the negative cycles and patterns that many families, children and young people with complex needs experience, as they navigate the traditional education system. We acknowledge and recognise within our model the impact that domestic abuse, poverty, adverse childhood experiences, racism and trauma can have upon the development, growth and happiness of families. Being exposed to such pressures and experiences can lead to children and young people being hypervigilant to perceived threat and triggered into prolonged physiological dysregulation. If you are ready to help a young person realise their unique potential, we want to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Clinical Development Nurse at Barchester, you'll lead, support and continuously improve the clinical governance and quality of care for residents in seven of our care homes; three homes in Surrey, one in Hampshire, one in Wimbledon and four in West Sussex. You'll be expected to support the performance of each home ensuring it performs to the highest clinical standards. Reviewing the clinical governance database and KPIs of each home every month, you'll analyse the results and identify practical strategies to make sure all regulations are met and ensure we continually improve the care we deliver, too. Working closely with the Regional Director, improvement specialists and senior clinical staff in each home, you'll support the continual improvement of standards and help implement key actions to address any issues which arise. Whether you're organising new training, helping attract key senior clinical staff, or delivering clinical investigations, your leadership skills and passion for delivering the best will make a real difference to the residents in our care. Due to the regional nature of this role a willingness for regular travel is essential. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Regional Clinical Development Nurse at Barchester, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration. You must also provide evidence of continued professional development and have a strong understanding of current regulatory requirements. An experienced nurse, you'll have worked in a care home environment and are a confident clinical mentor, including with newly-qualified nurses. Your leadership skills, sharp analytical mind and the ability to share knowledge, build relationships, and deliver on your action plans enables you to deliver impressive results. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Company car, mobile phone and laptop Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Nurse Mentor and Refer a Friend bonus schemes Offer to pay Skilled Worker visa application fee for eligible nurses* If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, we would welcome your application. *Terms and conditions apply.

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for a Specialist Prison & Probation Advocate Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 (pro rata) Location: HMP Bronzefield Hours: 21 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term – until 31st March 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: The Advance Prison Advocate will support sentenced women facing imminent release from custody, providing pre-release support; focused on Accommodation, Finance, debt & benefits, Family & significant others and Social inclusion. The Prison Advocate will develop a referral pathway with the Offender Management team within the prison, for women to access the service and will work in partnership with the existing service providers operating within the prison. You will co-design a person-centred support and action plan with women accessing support, enabling you to support them to address their needs and any risks in relation to the interventions identified above including providing ‘through the gate support’. The role will combine a casework- based approach, along with a signposting and advice service for the women in custody. You will have demonstrable experience and understanding of working with women in a challenging multi-agency environment, ideally working with prisoners and/or their families. You will build strong relationships with the Pre Release teams to ensure clients are able to maintain or access suitable accommodation, finance, benefits and debt, family and social inclusion support including negotiating terms on behalf of the women. Ensure that interventions are responsive to and meet the needs of women from diverse and minoritised backgrounds. This, together with referrals to wider partner organisations in the community, will ensure additional support needs are addressed post-release and continuity of support exists A car may be desirable for this role, though not essential About You: To be successful as the Advance Prison Advocate you will need the below experience and skills: Knowledge and experience of the criminal justice system obtained through academic study, experience of working in the criminal justice system (or closely associated social system). The ability and experience as a caseworker delivering gender specific and trauma responsive interventions which support resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in the criminal justice system whether in the community or in prisons. You will possess excellent organisational skills, excellent communication skills and be able to work in a prison environment whilst remaining calm. Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of managing a caseload including maintaining and updating records, remaining focused on action plan goals, and keeping to deadlines You will have the ability to complete trauma informed, support and action plans in collaboration with the woman; to support in addressing their multiple and individual needs and enable them to engage with services, which will result in timely and prescribed outcomes being achieved. How to apply: Please apply with a copy of your CV and a cover letter through our website. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis *Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: • 35-hour working week, • An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!), • Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home, • Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more, • Pension scheme, • Enhanced maternity/adoption provision, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, • Employee eye-care scheme, • Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles, • Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation, • Organisation wide away days, • One-week paid carers’ s leave, • Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you! We are looking for a Loss & Bereavement Specialist Worker Salary: £27,000- £32,000 pro rata Location: Advance Headoffice Hammersmith & Women’s centres across London, with co- location at HMP Bronzefield Hours: 21 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term – March 2027 This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting. About us Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community. We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies. Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. About the role: This is an ideal post for someone with experience and interest in bereavement work, looking to join a forward thinking, new service. This is also a great chance to be working alongside the Healthcare & Education Department within HMP Bronzefield and be part of a prison services team in Advance. Using a trauma informed approached, the Loss & Bereavement Specialist will conduct a person-centred assessment to understand the extent of the client’s emotional needs and the impact of loss due to imprisonment or contact with the criminal justice system whilst also identifying practical and specialist needs. They will work with women to develop a support plan, ensuring they are equipped with information and knowledge about how to navigate possible changes in circumstances related to her children’s care and offer crisis intervention and support during acute phases of loss/bereavement. The Loss & Bereavement Specialist Worker will liaise with the Prison Healthcare team, OMU, visits team and the Family Support Officer to facilitate interactions between women and their children/family members, particularly considering support is in place after visits and that the women’s emotional needs are met in custody and community via our Women’s centres. The Specialist Worker will create a link between prison and the community, helping women to navigate support services and to positively re-integrate into their community upon release. The role will combine a casework- based approach, along with a signposting and advice service for the women. They will be based in the community and will provide a drop-in service in HMP Bronzefield to support women who are close to release. A car may be desirable for this role, though not essential. About You: To be successful as the Loss & Bereavement Specialist Worker you will need the below experience and skills: Experience of working with bereaved individuals and providing grief counselling including knowledge of various therapeutic modalities relevant to grief counselling Comprehensive understanding of the grieving process and experience of working with bereaved and loss as well as knowledge of traumatic and complex grief/loss. An understanding of violence against women and girls and its links to women in the criminal justice system. Proven ability and experience as a caseworker delivering trauma responsive interventions which support resettlement and rehabilitation of vulnerable people in the criminal justice system whether in the community or in prisons Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of managing a caseload including maintaining and updating records, remaining focused on action plan goals, and keeping to deadlines How to apply: Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered. Closing date for applications: 21st April 2026 Interviews are taking place w/c 4th May 2026 *Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate. What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: * An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) * Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home * Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more * Pension scheme * Enhanced maternity/adoption provision * Access to our Employee Assistance Programme * Employee eye-care scheme * Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles * Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation * Organisation wide away days * Thorough induction and training * Career development pathways Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits. Safeguarding Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.

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Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? The Borgen Project is an international organization that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine and poverty. With over 20 years of experience in advocacy, The Borgen Project has supported the passage of numerous bills benefiting close to 500 million people in developing countries. The Political Affairs Internship focuses on making poverty a priority within U.S., Canadian, and U.K. foreign policy. • Part-time (12 hours per week), • 12-week program, • Remote position, • Unpaid internship, • Flexible schedule — complete earlier if working ahead, • Lead public and political outreach in your state or district, • Meet with members of Congress/Government in your constituency, • Represent The Borgen Project at business, political, and community events, • Assist with fundraising activities, • Create and manage a personal fundraising campaign, • Mobilize individuals to contact government representatives, • Speak to groups, classes, and organizations, • Unpaid internship (college credit available), • New programs begin every month, • You may choose your preferred start month

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your speech and language therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider speech and language therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist Salt assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 6th year running? At OFG we believe in creating a better work life balance Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist Location: Heath Farm School – Ashford, TN27 0AX. Salary: Up to £53,200 (FTE) DOE (pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 8.30am-4.30pm Contract: Fixed Term –12 months - Term Time Only In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About Outcomes First Group At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child has the ability to thrive when given access to a learning environment designed for their success. We exist to provide, champion and develop an exceptional education that is research-led and tailored around the abilities and aspirations of the individual - a commitment that shapes tomorrow’s leaders, cultivates a lifelong love of learning and equips young minds to craft their own bright futures. At the heart of our philosophy lies a unique blend of tradition and innovation. We champion smaller class sizes, personalised learning plans and a curriculum that prepares students for success both in and beyond the classroom, evidenced in a 97% success rate in guiding our leavers into education, employment or training. As the largest and most accomplished organisation in our sector, we have the capability to invest in forward-thinking initiatives and resources based on the needs of the individual pupil, rather than the collective. This investment creates consistent and measurable results for our pupils and teams. Outcomes First Group operates a number of specialist education and care brands across the UK, including Blenheim Schools, each delivering tailored provision to meet the diverse needs of children and young people. To find out more about our segments and expert services, visit: ___ The role: We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Red Kite School. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a Speech and Language therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Heath Farm School – Kent TN27 0AX – Heath Farm School forms part of our Acorn Education brand and is an independent specialist day school supporting children and young people aged 5 - 18 For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: • Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy, • HCPC registered, and registered with the RCSLT, • Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles, • Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma informed practice, • Some experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings, • Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers, • An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice, • Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills, • Good communication skills (oral and written), • Good time management and organisational skills, • Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards, • Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile, • Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group, • Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team, • Some understanding of the other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual’s communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile, • Some evidence of understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication, • Full driving license and access to a car (Highly Desirable) Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical heath checks, • Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support., • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover, • £2000 CPD Training Allowance At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

About The Role: As Business Support Lead, you will be responsible for providing day-to-day business administration to support the General Manager and SEC Directors, along with: Acting as the first point of contact for environmental mitigation enquiries, managing responses via email and our Customer

Chief Finance Officer (CFO)Step into a high-impact strategic leadership role where you’ll shape financial direction, influence senior decision-making, and drive excellence across all Finance, Revenues, Benefits and Debt services. As Deputy Section 151 Officer, you’ll lead the development of financial strategy, oversee multi-million-pound budgets, ensure robust financial governance, and inspire high-performing teams delivering essential frontline services. What you'll do: • Lead financial strategy, MTFS, capital and treasury plans, • Oversee budgets, monitoring, statutory accounts and external audit, • Direct revenues, benefits, welfare and corporate debt recovery, • Advise senior leaders and Members at the highest level, • Chartered accountancy qualification (e.g., CIPFA), • Senior leadership experience in finance (min. 2 years as Head of Service), • Strong political awareness and strategic insight, • Exceptional communication and influencing skills

Sheer Jobs is recruiting for an experienced Head of Commercial (Contracts, Property & Planning) to lead a high-performing legal function. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing complex legal matters across contracts, planning, highways, and property, while supporting key corporate priorities. Key Responsibilities • Lead, manage, and supervise a team of contract, planning, and property lawyers., • Negotiate and complete legal agreements including S106, S38, and S278 agreements, along with associated licences relating to planning and highways matters., • Provide expert legal advice on all planning and highways-related issues., • Attend and advise at the Planning Committee and other council committees as required., • Actively contribute as a member of the Legal Services Management Team., • Deliver member training and support governance across the organisation., • Deputise for the Monitoring Officer, including attendance at high-level meetings., • Qualified solicitor, barrister, or equivalent legal professional., • Extensive experience in contracts, property, planning, and highways law., • Strong leadership experience managing legal teams., • Proven ability to negotiate comple...

An innovative manufacturing organisation who support the pharmaceutical and medical sectors are urgently seeking a proactive and motivated Junior Buyer to join their fast-growing procurement team in Orpington. Role: Junior Buyer Duration: 6-month contract Pay: £18-20 p/hr (Inside IR35) Location: Orpington Working Pattern: 3 / 4 days onsiteAs a Junior Buyer you will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless supply of high-quality materials and services, liaising with key suppliers and processing multiple POs. Key Responsibilities: Manage end‑to‑end procurement activities within a busy manufacturing operation. Take ownership of supplier relationships, including negotiation, performance monitoring, and escalation where needed. Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and provide reports to the Lead Purchaser. Lead challenging supplier conversations, especially when pushback arises, staying firm, solutions‑oriented, and commercially focused. Support and implement sourcing strategies, supply agreements, and continuous improvement initiatives. Evaluate, select, and onboard new suppliers while maintaining a strong grasp of market conditions.This role is ideal for a proactive procurement professional who thrives on building strong supplier relationships, driving cost efficiencies, and supporting cross-functional teams to achieve business goals. Key Requirements: Proven experience in fast paced manufa...

Lead AV Creative Residential Designer - This role is seeking a true creative in the world of high end residential systems.

Lead AV Creative Residential Designer – This role is seeking a true creative in the world of high end residential systems.

Job Description Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below. DEPUTY MANAGER – CARE PROFESSIONALS WANTED Salary £15.03 per hour - 37.5 hours week Location – Charing Ashford At CareTech, our Deputy Managers play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of outstanding care. If you have leadership experience in a care setting and are ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the perfect opportunity. The Role As a Deputy Manager, you’ll support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home while ensuring the highest standards of care for residents. You’ll lead, motivate, and inspire a dedicated team of care staff, and help create a warm, person-centred environment for residents and their families. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Registered Manager in operational management of the home Being 50% supernumerary to focus on leadership and oversight Leading, coaching, and motivating a team of care staff Ensuring care is delivered to the highest standards Building strong relationships with families and professionals Supporting compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, and CQC standards Previous experience in a supervisory or management role in a care setting NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in Health and Social Care, or equivalent Strong leadership and communication skills Compassionate, professional, and motivated approach to care Knowledge of CQC regulations and standards Why Join CareTech? Competitive salary and benefits Opportunities for career progression and leadership development A supportive environment where your skills and experience are valued The chance to make a real difference to residents’ lives every day If you’re an experienced care professional ready to take on a Deputy Manager role, join CareTech and help shape an outstanding service while developing your career About CareTech Established in 1993, CareTech Community Services operates over 250 services nationwide, supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and complex needs. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of care and creating opportunities for independence. All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks. xrnqpay CareTech is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.Some roles may require male or female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Job Description DEPUTY MANAGER – CARE PROFESSIONALS WANTED Salary £15.03 per hour - 37.5 hours week Location – Charing Ashford At CareTech, our Deputy Managers play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of outstanding care. If you have leadership experience in a care setting and are ready to take the next step in your career, this could be the perfect opportunity. The Role As a Deputy Manager, you’ll support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home while ensuring the highest standards of care for residents. You’ll lead, motivate, and inspire a dedicated team of care staff, and help create a warm, person-centred environment for residents and their families. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Registered Manager in operational management of the home Being 50% supernumerary to focus on leadership and oversight Leading, coaching, and motivating a team of care staff Ensuring care is delivered to the highest standards Building strong relationships with families and professionals Supporting compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, and CQC standards Previous experience in a supervisory or management role in a care setting NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in Health and Social Care, or equivalent Strong leadership and communication skills Compassionate, professional, and motivated approach to care Knowledge of CQC regulations and standards Why Join CareTech? Competitive salary and benefits Opportunities for career progression and leadership development A supportive environment where your skills and experience are valued The chance to make a real difference to residents’ lives every day If you’re an experienced care professional ready to take on a Deputy Manager role, join CareTech and help shape an outstanding service while developing your career About CareTech Established in 1993, CareTech Community Services operates over 250 services nationwide, supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and complex needs. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of care and creating opportunities for independence. All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks.CareTech is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.Some roles may require male or female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

At ORONA, we are global leaders in the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance and modernisation of lifts, escalators, moving ramps and walkways. Operating in over 100 countries, with 330,000 lifts worldwide using our technology and 2 manufacturing plants, we are proud to be Number 1 in Europe for complete lift production capacity. The Role We have an exciting opportunity forBusiness Development Manager's to join our team working withinSunbury,Southampton, Verwood and the surrounding areas. We are looking for an individual with a customer-focused can-do attitude, someone with a proven track record within a target driven environment. Key Responsibilities Building effective relationships with existing and new customers Prospecting for new customers to secure maintenance contracts in accordance with annual targets. Lead meetings and negotiations Generating proposals and managing enquiries for service con...

Head of Netball Independent Boarding School - East Kent Salary: (£37,061 FTE) equivalent to £28,432 pro rata per annum, plus an additional £3,901 per annum for BoardingAcademics, Canterbury have been approached by a well-respected independent boarding school in East Kent to support them with recruiting a Head of Netball. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and dynamic Head of Netball to lead and develop a thriving netball programme within a well-established independent boarding school. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping and delivering a high-quality, inclusive netball provision that inspires participation while driving competitive success. You will lead coaching across all ability levels, develop talent pathways and play a key role in raising standards and performance across school teams. In addition to leading netball, you will contribute fully to the wider sports programme, including teaching PE, supporting co-curricular activities and coaching an additional sport. This is a collaborative role within a busy and successful Sports Faculty, requiring energy, organisation and a genuine passion for student development. The role also includes involvement in boarding life as a tutor, supporting students' academic progress and wellbeing and undertaking the occasional evening and weekend duties. Key Responsibilities include: Leading and developing a progressive netball programm...

Children's Residential Registered Manager EBD Children's Home | 3-Bed | Ashford 💷 £50,000 - £60,000 per annum (DOE) Deputy Manager step-up applications welcomed We are recruiting an experienced Registered Manager to lead a lovely, well-established 3-bed EBD children's home in Ashford. This is a settled, well-supported home with a strong staff team already in place, making it an excellent opportunity for an established RM or a confident Deputy Manager ready to step up. About the Home 3-bed children's residential home (EBD) Stable and well-established service Strong, consistent staff team Supportive senior management and governance Trauma-informed, child-centred care approachThe Role As Registered Manager, you will: Hold full operational responsibility for the home Lead, inspire, and develop the staff team Ensure safeguarding and regulatory compliance at all times Maintain and improve Ofsted outcomes Oversee care planning, risk management, and behaviour support Promote a positive, open, and supportive cultureAbout You Experience in children's residential care (EBD essential) Registered Manager experience OR Deputy Manager ready to step up Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and inspections Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or willing to complete) Confident managing challenging behaviours Organised, resilient, and child-focused in your leadership styleW...

Job Title: Registered Care Manager Location: Kent Salary: £48,000 per annum An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Registered Care Manager to lead a well-established dementia residential care home in Kent. The Role The Registered Care Manager will take full responsi

Head of Commercial (Contracts, Property & Planning). This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing complex legal matters across contracts, planning, highways, and property, while supporting key corporate priorities. Lead, manage, and supervise a team of contract, planning, and prop

Engineering Manager - Sustaining Location: Kent (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) Salary: Circa £80,000 + package Type: Permanent The Role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a Sustaining Engineering function supporting a portfolio of complex products within a quality-critical manufacturing environment. This role will take ownership of team leadership, technical direction, and project delivery, ensuring consistent, high-quality output across all sustaining activities. You will act as the technical authority for the product range, driving continuous improvement, resolving complex engineering challenges, and supporting the full product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a Sustaining Engineering team, driving performance across people, process, and project delivery Act as technical authority, providing guidance on mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing methods Oversee sustaining activities including design changes, product improvements, and issue resolution Lead engineering projects of significant scope, ensuring delivery to quality, cost, and timeline objectives Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Operations, and Engineering Manage planning, resource allocation, and team performance, promoting continuous improvement Ensure compliance with internal standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements Support supplier and stakeholder engagement to ...

Head Chef - Join Culinary Excellence in Kent! Are you an experienced Head Chef looking for a role in a thriving, family-run restaurant in Kent? This is a fantastic opportunity to step up and play a pivotal role in the success of a restaurant renowned for its authentic cuisine. We're also keen to hear from those looking to step up from Senior Sous Chef positions. As the new Head chef, you will be instrumental in maintaining kitchen operations and supporting the Chef Patron in maintaining high standards of food quality and service. You'll have a direct impact on the development of junior staff and the overall culinary direction. Here's what this exciting opportunity offers: Salary ranging from £45,000 to £50,000 Plus £3,000 to £6,000 service charge The chance to be a key part of a growing, passionate family-run business. Immerse yourself in authentic cuisine. Be a vital Chef in the heart of Kent striving to achieve a Michelin star Your responsibilities will include: Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations, menu execution, food quality. Proficient in food costing, Team Management and support on Recipe Development. Playing a key role in the training and development of junior kitchen staff. Ensuring all dishes meet the highest standards of taste and presentation. Maintaining strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations. We are looking for a Head Chef with: Proven Senior Sous Ch...

You will need to bring a creative flare to systems designs, client presentations and the use of av technology to create a true masterpiece of AV integration. Candidates that have been working for an AV systems integration company or for themselves will be considered for this role. Your understanding

Systems Engineer - Defense Industry - Internal UK relocation is possible A well-established precision engineering company operating in the defense and advanced sensing domain is seeking a Systems Engineer with experience in optronics and sensor-based solutions to join its engineering function. The role focuses on the design, development, and integration of optical, electro-optical and laser-based sensor systems, supporting projects across the full engineering lifecycle. You will work within multidisciplinary teams to ensure system solutions meet technical, safety, and performance requirements. You will be involved from early concept and requirements definition through to system integration, verification and customer engagement, contributing to both delivery and technical decision-making. Responsibilities: - Lead systems engineering activities on projects involving optical, electro-optical and laser technologies. - Capture, analyse and manage stakeholder and system requirements. - Develop system architectures, functional definitions and subsystem interfaces. - Support concept development, evaluation and solution trade-offs. - Identify, assess and manage technical risks and opportunities. - Contribute to bid, proposal and technical documentation. - Support integration, verification and validation planning and execution. - Participate in customer meetings and technical reviews. - Produce clear technical reports and documentation - Undertake customer or service visits when required Requirements: - Engineering degree or equivalent practical experience. - 5+ years of post-graduate or industry experience in systems or optronics engineering. - Background in optical, electro-optical or laser-based systems preferred. - Exposure to manufacturing environments and full product lifecycle activities. - Experience with requirements management and system assurance practices. - Knowledge of reliability, safety or qualification testing methods is beneficial. - Familiarity with modelling tools (e.g. MATLAB / Simulink) is an advantage. - Strong communication skills and ability to work across disciplines. - Full driving license and willingness to travel to customer sites when needed.. - Eligibility to obtain UK security clearance.

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Head of Therapies to lead their neurorehabilitation services at Hothfield Neurological Rehabilitation Centre. The position offers competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare. You will ensure delivery of a safe, high-quality, research-informed and responsive psychosexual thera

Service Desk Analyst - Swedish Speaking.Sysco are recruiting for a Service Desk Analyst to join the Service Desk team on a full-time, permanent basis.Reporting to the Team Lead, Service Desk, this role acts as the first point of contact for internal Sysco users, offering level 1 support via phone, p

In this role, you will supervise engineering contractors, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, managing the Permit-To-Work system, and monitoring work quality. A leading global sensory company in Ashford seeks a Supervisor for Engineering Contracts. The ideal candidate has 3 to 5 years of re

A comprehensive school in Ashford seeks a Head of Year to lead and manage student achievement, progress, and pastoral care.The role requires a commitment to safeguarding and a Qualified Teacher Status.Responsibilities include overseeing the strategic improvement plans and monitoring student outcomes

A leading rehabilitation service provider in Ashford is seeking a part-time Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine to enhance their neuro-rehabilitation team.The successful applicant will lead medical management for complex neurological conditions such as acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, an

You’ll have experience in a similar Kitchen Manager/ Head Chef role or be ready to step up from a Sous/ Second Chef position. We’re on the lookout for a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team!. Whether you’d like to progress your skills further in the Head Chef role or explore wider opportunities

A leading consulting firm in the UK seeks a PMO & Programme Integration Lead to provide strategic oversight and governance across large-scale capital programmes, primarily in the water sector. Candidates should possess significant programme management experience, financial governance expertise, and

A UK NHS Hospital Trust is seeking an experienced Band 7 Physiotherapist to join the Inpatient HCOOP therapy team in Ashford, England.

Sysco GB (Whose operating companies are made up of Brakes, Fresh Direct, kff, Medina, Fairfax Meadow & Campbells Prime Meat) are recruiting a Head of Indirect Goods and Services who will lead sourcing initiatives for indirect goods and services which include amongst others diverse categories such as