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£43,180 - £50,444 assuming good attendance and up to 3 sleep ins per month Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our team leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our team leaders are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. You’ll be a part of taking care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. As a team leader you will also make sure that the staff team are supported and the home is operating at our high standards, prepared to step up to deputise for the Registered and Deputy Managers. We’re looking for someone able to relate to and build relationships with our young people. Compassionate, emotionally resilient, and supportive, you’ll also be able to provide the leadership that inspires your colleagues. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Salary: Base salary of £35,400 - £42,664 * Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you’ll do up to 3 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £2,880 per year) and Attendance allowance up to £1,400 per year, £2,000 Regional Allowance, £1,500 Responsibility Allowance, £1,000 Welcome Bonus - on successful completion of probation & £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months of employment) * Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday * Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group – plus you could join our ‘Aspire’ future managers programme * Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Meals provided while you’re at work * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don’t need experience, but there are a few things we’ll be looking for from you: * A ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others * We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must * The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations * A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months * This role requires you to have the Level 3 Children’s Residential Care qualification You’ll start life as a Team Leader by joining our ‘Care Academy’ – 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH

Job Description Lift Engineer Jobs in Dicot at Stannah - Join Our Team! Up to £63,000 (incl OTE) based on skills and experience level. Are you a qualified Lift Engineer looking for a Lift Engineer job at a market-leading family-run business? Stannah, a global leader in the lift industry, is looking to recruit qualified Lift Engineers. This job covers key stations across Reading, Slough and Didcot Working hours: 08:00 - 16:45 Monday - Thursday , 08:00 - 15:45 Friday Why Join Stannah: • Industry Leadership: Stannah is a trusted name in the lift industry, known for innovation, safety, and commitment to quality., • Competitive Compensation: In addition to a market-aligned base salary, you'll receive a standby allowance and call-out payment., • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy benefits such as a profit share bonus scheme, life assurance, matched contribution/salary sacrifice pension, Discount Rewards Scheme, and a Simply Health Cash Plan to help cover your health expenses., • Generous Holiday Entitlement, • Career Growth: We offer opportunities for career advancement, ongoing training, and development., • Conduct maintenance, repair, and call-out visits on various types of lifts and stairlifts, • Ensure high-quality service and safety standards., • Perform effective risk assessments and maintain site log cards. Qualifications Lift Engineer Requirements: • An NVQ level 3 in Lift Engineering or equivalent., • Proven experience as a Lift Engineer. If you have a comprehensive Lift engineering background, including an NVQ 3 in Lift Engineering or equivalent – we want to hear from you! If have previous experience working as a lift engineer or lift service engineer and are looking for a lift engineer job Luton, lift engineer job Milton Keynes, Lift Engineer job Northampton or Lift engineer job Brackley please click the "apply now" button or contact us for further information Benefits Include: • Competitive Salary, paid on a monthly basis, • Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits, • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, • Holiday scheme to buy extra days’ annual leave, • Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice, • SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more, • Life Assurance Scheme, • Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit, • Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more, • Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being, • Enhanced maternity and paternity provision, • Free parking, • Company Vehicle or Car Allowance #LDS Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business. We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role. Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available. PandoLogic. Category:General, Location:Didcot, ENG-OX11 8NA

Role: Fitness Manager (Flex contracts available) Reporting to: General Manager Based: Oxford Abingdon The Gym Group is simply the best in our industry! Our amazing teams have skills, abilities and can-do attitudes that make this a great place to work! We have strong, embedded values and an easy-going culture which ensures we put our people first. We pride ourselves on being fun, innovative, inclusive and engaging and we are now on the lookout for a Fitness Manager to join our amazing Oxford Abingdon gym. So, what's stopping you? Apply today and know that We're With You every step of the way. What you need to know about us... The Gym Group is not like your average gym! To our members we're the lowest cost nationwide 24/7 Gym with over 230 gyms and counting! To our teams we are fun, welcoming, engaging and inclusive. We challenge our limits and push ourselves to impact positive change with our goals and initiatives. We take steps into new areas with a real and authentic purpose - It's our mission to break down barriers to fitness for all. We're #1 in our industry when it comes to our values, our culture and our people - check out Glassdoor if you don't believe us. We offer a fantastic place to work in a great working culture and were recognised as #25 in the Top 50 places to work in the UK in 2022! We may be one of the leading budget gym chains in the UK but there's nothing budget about our investment into our people. We have retained GOLD in our investors in people award for the last 6 years and silver in wellbeing last year. We're recognised as a disability confident and inclusive employer which is something we are truly proud of. We have a brilliant team and opportunities for development and growth with support for success. Having recently undertaken some huge projects from a digital point of view and our plans are to keep being innovative, creative and agile in all that we do. That's what you're looking for right? So let us tell you more. What you need to know about the role... As a Fitness Manager with The Gym Group you will support the General Manager in the successful running of the gym and will deputise in their absence. You will be passionate about fitness and keen to embrace our members, our teams and embed our culture. You will embody our company values, supporting and encouraging others to do the same. Your core duties will include (but are not limited to): • Responsibility for our member engagement by leading our in-gym service offering with the goal of driving our member satisfaction scores forward., • Line management & leadership of our team of fitness trainers. Engaging and motivating them to be their best every day. Role modelling the gym groups values., • Take ownership of our Group Exercise offering by developing the class timetable and upskilling the team to deliver., • Bring a result driven mindset with a keen interest in driving the commercial performance of the gym., • Make sure high operational standards on site are met through effective management of cleaning and maintenance check procedures. This includes liaising and management of the 3rd party suppliers., • Ensure there is full compliance to company Health & Safety policies and completion of daily, weekly, and monthly checks., • Support the GM with onsite admin tasks including rotas, time tracking and security checks., • Act as a keyholder for the gym in support of the GM, being a point of call-in emergencies., • You can then PT in the gym around your employed hours, managing your own time and business and retain 100% of your earnings with no annual licence fee. You are perfect for this role if you... • Have a passion for health, fitness, well-being, and all-round excellence., • You thrive off leading teams from the front and by example, happy to get stuck in and set the standard for member experience., • Have an unwavering commitment to understand the expectations of your members., • Can work within the compliance parameters whilst delivering the highest service levels possible during the day to day running of the gym., • Have a proven track record of success and are eager to bring that winning attitude to The Gym., • Are a Level 2 qualified Fitness Instructor or are currently studying for the qualification. That's you right? Thought so. Now we know you are probably already hitting that APPLY button but if not... here's the juicy bit...the perks... • Paid contractual benefits such as holiday (Inc Bank Holidays) and company sick pay., • In-house development opportunities as well as support with your career adventure., • Company save as you earn share plan., • Flexibility & freedom - we welcome discussions around working flexibly at the gym., • Discounts with 'MY PT Hub', 'Fit Pro', 'Financial Fitness' and leading training providers., • Company pension scheme, • A fantastic online social communication and engagement platform with access to amazing benefits and discounts, • Options for season ticket loans, • Employee Assistant Programme supported by our Wellbeing hub, • Cashplan Healthcare Scheme, • A free gym membership for yourself and a friend or family member So, we've told you all about us and our amazing new opportunity; now it's your turn to hit 'Apply' and tell us about YOU. If you have a disability or condition that makes it difficult for you to complete your application online please email your cv to or alternatively call the TGG Recruitment team on 0203 319 4838 and someone will be more than happy to support you. We also want to put it out there that we actively encourage applications from a diverse demographic and we are passionate about your culture and value alignment. We get that not everyone wants a 9 - 5 and here at The Gym Group we are pretty flexible. Talk to us about your requirements during the process and explore the many options available. We want this to be a match that challenges your limits and works for you as much as for us. When we say We're With You we really do mean it!

Assistant Manager vacancy in GAIL’s - Jericho! If supporting a team and leading by example excites you and makes you smile, then please read on. We are looking for an Assistant Bakery Manager who has a passion to join the GAIL’s family and use a hands-on approach to be a team builder, maximizing the skills and confidence of the team. You should be motivated by achieving great results whilst being responsible in maintaining our high standards. With no day being the same, you must be charismatic and positive to manage the changes and challenges each day may bring. As appreciation for being an Assistant Manager with efficient leadership, we will treat you to amazing benefits including: • Free food and drink when working, • 50% off food and drink when not working, • 33 days holiday, • Pension Scheme, • Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants, • 24 hour GP service, • Cycle to work scheme, • Twice yearly pay review, • Development programmes for you to RISE with GAIL’s

Locality Manager (South East) Location: South East (e.g. Brighton and Hove, Eastbourne, Surrey, Reading, Oxford) Salary: £55,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing date: 07 May 2026 At Stonewater, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home and a service they can rely on. We’re looking for an experienced Locality Manager to lead housing services across the South East (e.g. Brighton and Hove, Eastbourne, Surrey, Reading, Oxford), ensuring our customers receive high quality, responsive and personalised support. About the role: As a Locality Manager, you’ll be responsible for the operational delivery of housing services across your locality. You’ll lead tenancy and neighbourhood management, champion excellent customer experience, and work closely with colleagues and partner organisations to build safe, inclusive and thriving communities. You’ll also play a key leadership role - coaching, mentoring and developing Housing Officers and frontline colleagues to achieve high performance, confident decision making and strong customer outcomes. What you’ll be doing: • Leading tenancy services including allocations, tenancy management and enforcement, • Managing neighbourhoods to ensure estates are clean, safe and well maintained, • Supporting customers with complex needs through effective case management and multi agency working, • Championing complaint resolution and using learning to continuously improve services, • Ensuring services are compliant with housing legislation, safeguarding requirements and regulatory standards, • Building strong relationships with residents, community groups, local authorities and partners, • Using performance data and KPIs to drive service improvements and customer satisfaction, • Line managing Housing Officers and embedding a culture of coaching, development and accountability, • Experience in housing management or community services, • A solid understanding of tenancy law, housing regulation and safeguarding, • Proven experience coaching and developing high performing teams, • Strong communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills, • The ability to analyse performance information and use data to improve outcomes Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We’re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people’s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

So, you're an accomplished Senior Product Manager, you have a track record of enhancing SaaS solutions and an active curiosity on how to get AI to add true value. We want to talk to you! Preservica is a global leader in Active Digital Preservation, trusted by governments, archives, libraries and enterprises worldwide to safeguard critical digital information for the long term. We are entering the next phase of platform evolution, embedding AI to deliver meaningful, responsible innovation for our customers. We are seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead AI programmes across our platform. This is a senior individual contributor role with real ownership and influence. You do not need to currently hold an AI job title. We are looking for a tenacious, motivated product leader who can translate emerging AI capabilities into measurable customer and commercial impact. The Role • Define and own the AI roadmap aligned to company strategy, • Identify and prioritise high value opportunities, • Lead cross functional delivery from concept to production, • Establish clear success metrics and evaluation frameworks, • Embed governance, transparency and risk management into AI initiatives, • Ensure AI programmes deliver measurable business outcomes This role requires disciplined execution as much as strategic thinking. We are building production grade capabilities, not experimentation for its own sake. What We Are Looking For Experience • Significant product management experience with ownership of strategy and delivery, • Track record of launching complex technology products, • Strong collaboration with engineering teams in agile environments, • Experience in enterprise software or regulated industries preferred, • Direct AI experience is welcome but not essential. Strong product fundamentals and curiosity about AI matter more AI and Technical Fluency • Solid understanding of modern AI including generative AI and LLMs, • Appreciation of AI limitations, risk and evaluation, • Confidence working closely with engineers and technical stakeholders, • Ability to assess build versus buy decisions Commercial and Leadership Strength • Outcome focused and data driven, • Strong prioritisation and decision making, • Clear communicator across technical and non technical audiences, • Comfortable influencing senior stakeholders Personal Qualities • Tenacious and motivated, • Curious and proactive, • Pragmatic and resilient, • High ownership mindset Why Join Preservica • Shape how AI is responsibly applied in a trusted global platform, • Influence strategy at a pivotal stage of growth, • Work on technology with real world, long term impact, • Competitive salary and benefits If you are driven to build meaningful products, excited by applied AI and ready to take ownership of high impact programmes, we would welcome your application. Preservica are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Come join US!

Delivery Manager UK Based – Remote/Hybrid Working £85,000 - £95,000 A leading and rapidly growing technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to join its Service Delivery leadership function. This is a key operational leadership position suited ideally to a candidate with strong Microsoft Business Central delivery experience and proven people management responsibility. Previous management experience is essential, as the successful candidate will lead multiple delivery teams while ensuring operational stability, quality, and consistent customer outcomes across complex ERP programmes. Delivery Manager Key Responsibilities • Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to Team Leaders, ensuring teams are supported, aligned, and operating effectively., • Manage workload allocation, utilisation, and capacity planning to maintain balanced and efficient delivery., • Identify skills gaps and support training, development, and performance management initiatives., • Ensure consistent adherence to delivery processes, documentation standards, and quality frameworks., • Oversee operational delivery output, conducting reviews and spot checks to maintain high quality and customer satisfaction., • Drive standardisation and continuous improvement through best practices, templates, and process enhancements., • Proactively identify and resolve delivery blockers, including resourcing challenges, technical issues, and workload conflicts., • Act as the primary escalation point for delivery and customer issues, stabilising situations and minimising disruption., • Perform root cause analysis, communicate recovery plans to stakeholders, and track actions to prevent recurrence., • Proven management or leadership experience within service delivery, consultancy, or project environments, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities., • Strong experience delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central / Dynamics NAV or similar ERP projects, ideally within consultancy-led delivery., • Demonstrated experience handling delivery escalations, managing customer relationships, and supporting full project lifecycles including discovery, UAT, go-live, and post-go-live support., • Ability to identify delivery risks and quality issues early, review deliverables for assurance, and implement effective corrective actions.

Your new companyYou will be joining an industry-leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering a major, 3-year-long highways project in Didcot, Oxfordshire. Known for collaborative project delivery, strong safety culture and technical excellence, this contractor plays a key role in shaping major highways and infrastructure schemes across the UK. With a strong pipeline of long-term regional works and a genuine focus on developing its people, this is an excellent opportunity to build a sustainable career with a respected main contractor where you are empowered to make decisions and drive performance. Your new roleAs Site Agent, you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of a £35m section of the project. Working closely with the Project Manager, you'll take responsibility for managing site operations, coordinating resources and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget. Key responsibilities will include: • Managing, mentoring and developing Site Engineers and Section Engineers, • Supporting the Project Manager in planning and delivering the construction phase, • Managing and allocating project resources efficiently, • Preparing, reviewing and implementing work package plans and management plans, • Monitoring subcontractors, suppliers and contractual requirements, • Working with the planning team to ensure accurate programme data, • Ensuring full compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental standards, • Leading and promoting a strong safety culture across the site team, • Chairing and attending site meetings, completing site diaries and daily briefings, • Supporting quality assurance, environmental management and project close-out activities, • Previous experience as a Site Agent within the highways and/or public realm sectors, delivering earthworks packages, • Strong understanding of Health & Safety and CDM regulations, • Experience managing a standalone site or a section of a larger project, • Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills, • Competitive salary, • Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance, • 35 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), • Pension scheme (increasing with seniority and length of service), • Private medical cover, • Life assurance, • Travel and subsistence allowance (where appropriate), • Funded professional memberships (ICE, CIOB, RICS, etc.), • Retail and lifestyle discounts, • Enhanced family-friendly benefits, • Strong pipeline of long-term regional projects, • Industry-recognised training and development programmes, • Supportive and collaborative work environment, • Exposure to a major, high-impact project 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

Solution Architect • Annual Salary: Competitive, • Location: Oxford (Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week onsite) This includes digital platforms, web and eCommerce applications, and online research platforms. You will provide hands-on technical leadership, collaborating closely with product owners and various teams to ensure our technology solutions align with business goals and architectural standards. Day-to-day of the role: • Collaborate with product or system owners to understand their requirements and challenges, creating high-level design documents to address these effectively., • Work alongside other architecture colleagues to define all aspects of solution design, including technology selection and workflow processes., • Drive the design and delivery of solutions that align with long-term technology strategies and architectural principles., • Translate strategic goals into capabilities, ensuring initiatives are prioritized to deliver essential business growth., • Guide development teams and vendors in implementing architectural patterns and coding standards., • Provide consultancy and mentoring across the architectural community, facilitating design reviews and identifying opportunities for framework-oriented strategies., • Collaborate with internal and third-party engineering teams to ensure alignment with target architecture and standards., • Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders., • Experience in technically leading development teams and acting as the technical authority., • Deep understanding of product technology development and its application to meet business needs., • Proven experience in delivering product solutions within a customer-facing product delivery SaaS environment., • Familiarity with Scrum, Kanban, and Scaled Agile methodologies., • Ability to deliver solutions to required quality within agreed budget and timescales., • Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture principles and cloud-based technologies, especially AWS., • Strong communication skills with effective stakeholder management capabilities., • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas closure (3-days), increasing with service., • 35-hour working week with flexibility in working patterns depending on the role., • Active employee networks and societies., • Pension contributions up to 12%., • Loans and savings schemes through Salary Finance., • Travel to work schemes and access to a wide range of local discounts., • Private medical insurance and a management bonus.

Supported Living Operations Manager Location: This role is home based, but there will be an expectation to travel to schemes. Salary: £48,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing date: 07 May 2026 At Stonewater, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling, independent life. Our Supported Living services provide high-quality, person-centred support for individuals, including specialist young people’s services, domestic abuse services and mental health services across Swindon, Oxford, Gloucester, Poole, Exeter, Dorset. We’re now looking for a Supported Living Operations Manager to lead and shape high-performing services across a locality-based portfolio. This is a key leadership role where you’ll combine operational excellence, strategic thinking and genuine compassion to deliver outstanding outcomes for the people we support. About the role You’ll have overall responsibility for the operational management, quality and performance of both directly managed and agency-managed supported living services within your area. You’ll lead and inspire teams, ensuring services are safe, compliant, financially sustainable and focused on achieving meaningful outcomes for customers. You’ll also play a critical role in developing strong partnerships with commissioners, local authorities and managing agents, supporting service growth in line with our Supported Living Growth Plan. Key responsibilities include: • Leading the operational delivery of high-quality, outcome-focused supported living services., • Managing and developing Coordinators and teams, creating a positive, high-performance culture., • Overseeing agency-managed services, ensuring effective contract, compliance and housing management., • Championing a strengths-based, person-centred approach that promotes inclusion and community engagement., • Managing budgets, contracts and funding streams to ensure value for money., • Using data and insight to drive service improvement and performance against KPIs., • Building strong strategic relationships to support service sustainability and growth., • Ensuring full compliance with health & safety, safeguarding and organisational requirements. You’ll be a confident, values-led leader with experience of managing supported living or similar services in a regulated environment. You’ll bring strong operational and financial acumen, alongside a genuine commitment to co-production and inclusive service design. • Proven experience managing and developing teams, including performance management., • Experience of partnership working, stakeholder management and contract delivery., • A track record of achieving KPIs and embedding a high-performance culture., • Experience managing budgets and delivering value for money., • Knowledge of supported living policy, funding frameworks and best practice., • Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills., • A clear understanding of safeguarding, risk management and health & safety., • The ability to manage multiple priorities and drive continuous improvement. Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We’re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people’s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Are you looking for an opportunity as a Care Coordinator where you can obtain clear progression while making a difference to the lives of others? We have an exciting opportunity with a leading care specialist who are looking for a Care Coordinator based out of their Oxford office to oversee their domiciliary service covering Newbury and Windsor. The service specialises in supporting adults, the elderly, and people with Alzheimer’s and dementia so experience within this client group is desirable. In return, they are offering a full time, permanent position on a Monday – Friday, 9-5 basis. Job Purpose of a Care Coordinator: • Motivate and inspire your teams to provide outstanding support through effective training, coaching and leadership by example., • Acting as a role model and leader in the delivery of active support, you will empower the people you support to have active and fulfilling lives aligned with their needs and aspirations., • Working collaboratively with the other members of the service leadership team you will help to oversee and manage the smooth running of this service including rostering, support plans, staff deployment and managing budgets., • Encourage a model of self-care and service user rehabilitation., • Work in co-operation with members of multi-disciplinary health and social teams to maximise opportunity for service user care., • Help to organise implementation of relevant policies and procedures., • Being an empathetic, compassionate, and patient individual by providing in person-centred approaches for those who you support and leading your team to success., • Being an effective communicator with the ability to influence others and to ensure you get the best from your team. You will possess excellent leadership and team management skills to ensure you and your team work collaboratively and effectively., • Being an effective coach and mentor for your team and possess good IT skills., • Ability to think on your feet and making the commitment to see things through and get the best outcomes for the people you support., • Undertaking introductory live-in care visits and accompanying Live-In Social Care Workers during their first visit to service users’ homes and ensuring that they receive adequate hand-over., • Carrying out risk assessments, individual needs assessment and updating these, as required, as part of quality compliance and risk management system., • Covering unassigned calls to live-in service users when needed., • Being on call for live-in care, in case of emergency., • Liaising with the Head of Operations to participate in recruitment, allocation of Live-In Social Care workers., • Monitoring, supervising and mentoring Live-in Social Care Workers and carrying out regular home visits, spot checks and supervisions., • Evaluating live-in care plans against needs and ensuring that they are reviewed appropriately and updated., • Having a strong understanding of best practice in delivering support to people with different needs and a passion for doing so., • You will have excellent communication and people management skills and have knowledge and a good understanding of current CQC regulations and compliance within the new framework with a proven track record of quality assurance and service improvement., • £26,000 - £30,000 Depending on Experience, • Further Qualifications and Training, • Attractive Benefits Package, • Company Pension Scheme, • Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm

Our Client are currently looking for a Construction Site Manager on a full time permanent basis in Oxford. This a great opportunity with a local contractor. The first project lined up is a high end residential refurbishment in Oxford. Other reason projects have included College & University refurbs, high end residential new builds and commercial works. Your Key responsibilities will be:* Oversee daily site operations to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to programme* Manage subcontractors, trades, and suppliers on site* Enforce health & safety standards and site compliance* Monitor build progress and report into senior management* Carry out quality control inspections and snagging* Maintain site records, RAMS, and permits* Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholdersRequirements:* Proven track record as a Site Manager* SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), and First Aid (essential)* Strong leadership and organisational skills* Excellent knowledge of construction processes and H&S regulations* Ability to drive programme and manage multiple trades Salary and package negotiable.For more information and a confidential chat please call Kris. INDCON Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Your new companyYou will be joining an industry-leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor delivering a major, 3-year-long highways project in Didcot, Oxfordshire. Known for collaborative project delivery, strong safety culture and technical excellence, this contractor plays a key role in shaping major highways and infrastructure schemes across the UK. With a strong pipeline of long-term regional works and a genuine focus on developing its people, this is an excellent opportunity to build a sustainable career with a respected main contractor where you are empowered to make decisions and drive performance. Your new roleAs General Foreman, you will take a leading role in day-to-day delivery, overseeing site operations and managing engineering and supervisory teams on a £35m section of the project. This is a hands-on leadership position suited to an experienced civil engineering professional who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent people management skills. Key responsibilities will include: • Leading and managing the engineering team, including Site Engineers and Section Engineers, • Ensuring full compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental standards across site operations, • Monitoring and controlling all aspects of the works to achieve programme and budget targets, • Managing and coordinating subcontractors to ensure productivity and quality standards are met, • Liaising with clients, designers and key stakeholders, • Attending monthly progress meetings and compiling reports, • Managing quality and environmental plans on site, • Controlling contract costs and ensuring works are delivered to specification, • Driving a positive safety culture across the entire site team What you'll need to succeedIn order to be successful, you will bring: • Previous experience as a General Foreman within the highways and/or public realm sectors, delivering earthworks and/or structures packages, • Excellent understanding of construction processes, plant, equipment and safety procedures, • Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and technical information, • Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills, • Competitive salary, • Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance, • 35 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), • Pension scheme (increasing with seniority and length of service), • Private medical cover, • Life assurance, • Travel and subsistence allowance (where appropriate), • Funded professional memberships (ICE, CIOB, RICS, etc.), • Retail and lifestyle discounts, • Enhanced family-friendly benefits, • Strong pipeline of long-term regional projects, • Industry-recognised training and development programmes, • Supportive and collaborative work environment, • Exposure to a major, high-impact project If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas. 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

Are you passionate about delivering high quality, respectful, and person centred care and support to individuals in the heart of Oxfordshire? Creative Support are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced individual to join us as a Senior Support Worker to work in our supported living service in Headington, Oxfordshire. As a Senior Support Worker, you will lead a passionate and friendly team to support individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives. No two days will be the same as we support service users to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities including cooking/baking, walking, shopping and many more. You will work alongside the Project Manager to assist with the coordination and delivery of high quality outcome-focussed, person centred support to tenants. You will be positive about supporting people to increase their independence and ensure that they are at the centre of all decisions made about their lives. Your role will include: • Developing and leading the team to enable the tenants to have a high quality of life, and to be important and valued members of the local community, • Be responsible for ensuring personal, practical, emotional and social support is delivered at all times You must be warm, well organised, and conscientious and demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills. You will be required to work on a rota, undertaking early, late and weekend duties as required. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community! Vacancy Reference Number: 85616 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

Support Manager / Homelessness Project Worker An excellent opportunity for a Senior Homeless Project Worker to join a supported housing service, leading a team and delivering high-quality housing management, safeguarding and tenant support to vulnerable individuals within a residential setting. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Senior Support Worker, Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Homeless Support Worker, Homeless Support Manager, Housing Manager, Housing Officer, Residential Support Worker, Supported Housing Team Leader, Care Team Leader, Care Manager There are 2 positions available, one senior and one non-senior role SALARY: Up to £32,642 per annum + Generous Benefits LOCATION: Oxford, Oxfordshire (OX4) – Office-based role JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract WORKING HOURS: Shift work,36 hours per week Week 1: Monday 08:00-20:00, Tuesday 10:00-20:00, Thursday 08:00-16:00, Sunday 14:00-20:00 Week 2: Monday 09:00-18:00, Tuesday to Thursday 08:00-17:00 JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Support Manager / Homelessness Project Worker to join a dedicated supported housing team in Oxford. This role combines leadership, housing management, safeguarding and facilities oversight within a residential environment. As a Support Manager / Homelessness Project Worker you will coordinate a small team, ensuring effective service delivery, compliance with health and safety standards, and high-quality support for residents. You will play a key role in tenancy sustainment, independent living skills and partnership working. The Support Manager / Homelessness Project Worker will also support service users with housing advice, financial planning, access to benefits and engagement with health and social care services, promoting positive outcomes and long-term stability. DUTIES Your duties as the Support Manager / Homelessness Project Worker include: • Team Leadership and Coordination: Line manage and support a team of Intensive Housing Management Workers, • Rota Management: Ensure appropriate staffing levels to safely manage the service at all times, • Housing Management: Oversee tenancy and licence agreements, addressing breaches, arrears and anti-social behaviour, • Health and Safety Compliance: Carry out building checks and ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, • Facilities Oversight: Coordinate maintenance and liaise with internal teams regarding repairs and building management, • Safeguarding and Incident Reporting: Complete reports and escalate concerns appropriately, • Resident Support: Provide guidance on tenancy responsibilities, financial planning and accessing benefits, • Partnership Working: Build relationships with external agencies and community services, • User Engagement: Promote resident participation, feedback and involvement in service development CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL • Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) in Maths and English, • Previous experience in a care, support or housing environment, • Experience of safeguarding processes and procedures, • Experience of leading or coordinating a team, • Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships, • Ability to support individuals in developing independent living skills, • Competent IT skills, including use of systems and record keeping, • Ability to follow administrative procedures and maintain confidentiality, • NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards, • Experience in facilities management or health and safety, • Driving licence and access to own transport BENEFITS • 25 days’ holiday (Plus Bank Holidays), • Up to 8% contributory pension, • Flexible working The organisation recognises that some people will only apply for a role if they meet 100% of role requirements. If this sounds like you, they’d still encourage you to apply should you not feel you meet the criteria 100%. APPLY TODAY… By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-C14559 Full-Time, Permanent Social Care Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Oxford, Oxfordshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.

Registered Manager • Annual Salary: £40,000 £45,000, • Location: Oxford Day-to-day of the role: • Ensure the provision of high-quality services to vulnerable people in their own home, including conducting initial assessments and risk assessments., • Maintain appropriate records within the Service Users' homes and ensure that Service Users and their informal Carers are consulted during the care planning., • Manage Complaints, Compliments, and Comments effectively, including taking remedial action and keeping records., • Monitor legal requirements for staff support, ensuring staff undergo supervision, appraisal, and spot checks annually., • Manage the quality feedback framework for families and the risk assessment register., • Ensure all care staff complete required training to meet the fundamentals of CQC., • Relevant qualification and registration with CQC., • Strong communication skills and the ability to influence key decision-makers., • Proven ability to implement and execute training programmes., • Experience in managing compliance with statutory and regulatory standards., • Opportunity to lead and make a significant impact in the community. To apply for the Registered Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Ensure your application highlights your ability to meet the qualifications and responsibilities listed above. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and innovate in the delivery of care services, ensuring the highest standards are maintained and that the organisation continues to meet the needs of those it serves. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families across Oxfordshire and Berkshire.

We are looking for friendly, caring, and engaging people to be a part of our dedicated team at Headington, Oxfordshire. Working weekend shifts, you will support people with daily living activities and to live their best lives. Our supported living service supports people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and additional mental health needs to access the community, have opportunities to become more independent and to enjoy the highest quality of life. We are looking for Support Workers from all walks of life. No previous care experience is required for this role. We provide full Skills for Care endorsed and Investors in People Platinum accredited training, including support to complete your QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Vacancy Reference Number: 91307 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number. Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received an Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

Do you have a solid QA track record? Strong on Automation? A respected lead / mentor of juniors? Knowledgeable in the Microsoft stack especially Azure and Playwright? We are Preservica and we are changing the way organizations safeguard their digital information. Our projects are at the razor's edge of commercial software solutions addressing the need for smart digital preservation technologies. As a world-leader in digital preservation, our award-winning software is used by leading businesses, archives, libraries, museums and government organizations across the globe. To maintain our growth we believe in hiring strong technical talent and then supporting that talent to grow with us. The role: Working on Preserve365, our revolutionary Microsoft 365 Active Digital Preservation solution you will lead the technical direction of the automation framework and the overall efforts & output of the P365 QA team. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends deep technical involvement with coaching and strategic input into the continued evolution of our QA function. You'll own and shape the automation framework, develop and support a team of automation engineers, and work closely with engineering teams to strengthen quality across the organisation. You'll operate within agile, collaborative teams that value modern engineering practices, where the practical application of AI is actively encouraged to improve quality, efficiency, and delivery confidence. This will be a hybrid role working mostly from home with regular monthly office days in Abingdon. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: • Own and evolve the Preserve365 .NET/C# test automation framework, including coding standards and best practices, • Support and develop automation engineers, acting as a subject-matter expert across QA and Engineering, • Design and implement maintainable automated tests using BDD practices, • Grow automated regression coverage and improve CI pipeline reliability and performance, • Champion the practical use of AI to improve quality and accelerate delivery, • Carry out manual and exploratory testing when needed, while reviewing test assets and contributing to code reviews and pull requests You must have: • 5+ years' testing experience, design, and execution, skilled in automation, • Be familiar with Agile development practices including Agile testing, • Familiarity with CI pipelines, Azure-based platforms, and Git-based source control, • Strong experience in .NET/C#-based test automation, including frameworks such as Playwright, • Good understanding of BDD/TDD and tools such as Cucumber and Gherkin, • Adept with API testing tools such as swagger and postman You should have: • Degree level education in an engineering/software/system related subject or equivalent through relevant training and/or experience, • Able to work to tight deadlines, work closely with other QA engineers and Software Engineers, Product Owners, Agile Delivery Managers and Release Manager, • Familiar with modern source control techniques/tools such as GitHub, • Knowledge of MS365, SharePoint and Teams is desirable, • Experience using AI tools in a testing or engineering context is a plus Package As well as a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer tangible career development opportunities and dedicated training time to support professional growth. Preservica are an equal opportunities employer

Associate Director – Structural Engineering We are an established, independently owned consultancy providing integrated engineering, design and technical advisory services to the built environment. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions, we work with clients across the full project lifecycle and a broad range of development and infrastructure sectors. As part of our strategic growth, we are seeking an Associate Director – Structural Engineering to play a key leadership role within our regional business. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced, commercially aware structural engineer who is motivated to help shape the direction, capability and market presence of a growing consultancy. The Role You will take a leading role in delivering complex structural engineering projects while supporting the expansion of the local team and client base. Working closely with senior leadership, you will combine technical excellence with strong client engagement and commercial awareness, helping to secure and deliver work across multiple sectors. Projects range from new build to refurbishment and reuse, including residential, commercial, education, healthcare, research, industrial and mixed-use developments. Key Responsibilities Business & Client Leadership • Develop and maintain strong client relationships at regional and national levels, • Identify and support new business opportunities, including cross-disciplinary work, • Contribute to bids, tenders and fee proposals, • Lead structural engineering commissions from concept to completion, • Oversee and review design outputs, ensuring quality, compliance and programme delivery, • Provide senior technical guidance and quality assurance, • Mentor and support the development of engineers and technical staff, • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent), • Chartered Engineer (ICE or IStructE), • Typically 10+ years’ consultancy experience in a client-facing role, • Strong background in building structures and complex developments, • Sound knowledge of UK standards, legislation and BIM-enabled design We offer a competitive and flexible package, including: • Market-aligned salary, • Employer pension contribution, • Private medical insurance and life assurance, • Generous annual leave with flexible options, • Hybrid and flexible working, • Structured CPD and professional support, • Cycle-to-work and season ticket loans, • Health and wellbeing benefits

Your new company We are recruiting an experienced Tenancy Services Manager to lead and coordinate tenancy and housing management services within a large social housing organisation. This is a senior operational role requiring strong leadership, regulatory expertise and a clear focus on tenant satisfaction and service excellence.Your new role The Tenancy Services Manager will be responsible for the operational delivery, oversight and continuous improvement of tenancy services, ensuring full compliance with current housing regulation and consumer standards.Key responsibilities include: • Leading the delivery of a high-quality, tenant-focused tenancy service, • Managing and developing a team of housing staff, embedding high standards and accountability, • Translating housing legislation, regulation and policy into effective operational practice, • Ensuring compliance with the Social Housing Regulation Act 2023 and Consumer Standards, • Overseeing tenancy management activity including ASB, tenancy enforcement, sustainment and complaints, • Monitoring service performance, KPIs and tenant satisfaction, implementing improvements where required, • Working collaboratively with internal teams (income, ASB, tenancy sustainment) and external partners including adult and children's social care, • Supporting emergency planning and responding to critical incidents where required, • Proven mamillotegmental experience within local authority or registered provider housing services, • Strong working knowledge of social housing regulation, statutory responsibilities and consumer standards, • Experience leading and motivating multi-disciplinary teams, • A track record of delivering performance improvement and service compliance, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to engage with tenants, staff and senior stakeholders, • A tenant-centred, outcomes-focused approach What you'll get in return • Senior, high-impact leadership opportunity, • Opportunity to stabilise and strengthen a key housing service, • Hybrid working model 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

Our ClientMackie Myers are partnering with a well-known and highly respected educational institution with a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and innovation. With a strong commitment to delivering outstanding outcomes for students and investing in future growth, the organisation plays a key role within the education sector. We are supporting them in the recruitment of a Director of Finance, a senior leadership position responsible for shaping financial strategy, ensuring robust governance, and driving long-term sustainability across the institution.The RoleThis is a high-profile opportunity for an experienced finance leader to take ownership of the organisation’s financial direction and performance. Reporting to the CEO/Principal and working closely with the Board, you will provide strategic insight while ensuring strong financial control and operational excellence. You will oversee all aspects of financial management, from strategic planning and budgeting to compliance and reporting, while leading and developing a high-performing finance team. The role is critical in supporting informed decision-making and enabling the organisation to achieve its strategic ambitions.Main Duties • Lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s financial strategy, • Provide financial insight and challenge to the Executive Team and Board, • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning, • Ensure robust financial controls, compliance, and risk management frameworks, • Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and external reporting requirements, • Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and financial reporting cycles, • Ensure all financial systems and processes are efficient, scalable, and fit for purpose, • Manage treasury, cash flow, and investment strategies, • Lead, develop, and mentor the finance team, • Support strategic initiatives, including growth, transformation, and capital projects, • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and governance requirementsThe Successful Candidate, • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), • Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role, • Proven track record of strategic financial planning and organisational impact, • Experience operating in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment, • Strong understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at Board level, • Demonstrable experience leading and developing high-performing teams, • Experience within education, public sector, or not-for-profit environments is desirable What’s on Offer?, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Hybrid working opportunities, • Opportunity to join a respected, purpose-driven organisation, • Key leadership role with significant strategic influence, • Chance to make a meaningful impact on educational outcomes Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and InclusionWe believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve in every role we recruit for.

ABOUT GLOBAL CANOPY Global Canopy is a data-driven not for profit delivering real transparency and accountability for market impacts on nature and people. Our special focus is on ending deforestation – an essential step in achieving urgent global goals on climate, nature and human rights. ABOUT CORPORATE PERFORMANCE A growing number of companies and financial institutions are seeking to mitigate their impacts on nature. But many have made commitments that are not being met, and others are failing to take any action at all. We hold the most exposed companies and financial institutions to account through our Forest 500 project, by assessing their policies and performance. With our suite of Deforestation-free Finance Guidance and a forthcoming new tool, DEFT Pathway, we provide tools and data for financial institutions and investors to support effective engagement with high-risk companies. We support the finance sector, policy makers and other stakeholders by providing market-leading data on deforestation and ESG metrics through Forest IQ. ABOUT THE ROLE This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and deeply knowledgeable Programme Director. It is an opportunity to become part of an accomplished and proactive team at the heart of the fight against market-driven deforestation and nature loss. You will be a strong technical leader who excels at programmatic management and delivery. With a drive and passion for effective delivery, technical quality and rigour, and ensuring teams are well organised and properly resourced to meet their individual and collective objectives on time and on budget. You will lead the management and mentoring of the team and its development to ensure it is equipped and motivated to deliver on and scale-up its day to day work, while also continuing to innovate. You will participate in strategy development and external representation, helping to ensure we stay at the leading edge of global efforts to transition to deforestation-free supply chains and portfolios. You will ensure that our external partnerships are well managed, and that we are continuing to secure the resources and relationships needed to effectively deliver on our strategy in this fast-moving space. The programme is structured as three workstreams, which work across our projects and products. The workstreams Leads are responsible for delivery, so a key part of your role will be in supporting and enabling them and their teams to effectively deliver on their goals: • Research, Methodologies and Innovation, • Data and Product You will also hold overall budget and fundraising responsibilities for the team and be supported by a dedicated Finance Business Partner and our Development Team. You will ensure that we are making the most of the technical expertise, data and other synergies across Global Canopy as a whole, leveraging the time and skills of regional and cross-cutting programmes, such as the Brazil-based team and Human Rights and Learning & Development functions. RESPONSIBILITIES Programme leadership • Lead the effective implementation of the Corporate Performance strategy and workplan through the oversight and management of delivery of the Corporate Performance portfolio of projects. Ensure effective and impactful delivery, building and maintaining strong relationships with partners and strong programme management and leadership., • Oversee all major programme management tasks and deliverables including ensuring delivery against budgets, risks and opportunity management and escalation, donor reporting and deliverables. Day-to-day management of workstreams will be with the respective workstream Leads., • Develop multi-year plans and design processes to ensure staff ownership and clarity of roles and responsibilities., • Stay abreast of external developments affecting our strategy. This includes engaging with NGO peers and our target audiences of companies, financial institutions and policymakers., • Manage partnerships and identify new strategic partnerships to further drive forward the Corporate Performance work of Global Canopy and partners., • Work with other senior colleagues in Corporate Performance and Global Canopy to develop the strategy and future opportunities via consultative processes., • Working collaboratively with the Development team to cultivate and sustain strong relationships with both new and existing donors, while developing tailored fundraising proposals as needed to sustain and grow the programme.. To be successful in this role, these are the things that will matter the most: • Strong programmatic and people management skills, with a proven track record in successfully delivering on complex, cross-sector projects., • Strong leadership presence, modelling and championing leadership behaviours and organisational values., • Significant experience of project/programme management, working with and leading a large team., • Experience of all stages of project development and delivery e.g. project design, fundraising, as well as project implementation and delivering results., • Ability to oversee partnership projects with a variety of stakeholders and competing interests and priorities., • Ability to identify potential fundraising opportunities and design concepts in collaboration with Global Canopy’s Development team., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Salary: £70,000 full time equivalent (This role sits within Band B on Global Canopy’s remuneration framework.) Nature of contract: Full- or part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed term (24 months). We are a flexible employer and welcome candidates wishing to work flexibly. Base: Our office is in Oxford, with flexible home-working arrangements in place. Ability to attend the office fortnightly at minimum would be desirable. We will support UK visa sponsorship for this position. Holidays: 36 days (including bank/public holidays) for discretionary use across the annual leave year. Option to purchase up to an additional 5 days or equivalent of one week’s leave. Pension: Employer pension contribution of 8%. Healthcare cashback plan: Covering dental fees, eye-care, wellbeing, physiotherapy, chiropody and much more – for you and any children. Group Life Assurance: Paying a lump sum of 3 times annual salary Group Income Protection: Paying 75% of annual salary for up to 2 years (for long term sickness). Employee Assistance Programme: Which provides free, confidential advice on personal and legal matters. Other: Huge range of discounts and cashback deals at gyms, restaurants, holidays, and much more. HOW TO APPLY To apply for the position, please use this link and submit an up-to date CV and answers to the following questions (max 300 words each). • Why are you interested in this role? Which of your previous roles are most relevant to the Corporate Performance Director position, and what skills, strengths and experiences would you bring to Global Canopy?, • Please give an example of when you have led a team that worked across multiple projects and/or workstreams. What were the biggest challenges you faced and how did you deal with these? The closing date for applications is Monday, 18 May at 9am BST. The recruitment process for this position is intended to be as follows: 1. First-round interview of 30 mins (tentatively 26 & 28 May), 2. Final interview of 1 hour (tentatively w/c 8 June) with a written assessment to complete in your own time This recruitment process will take place online via video. The entire process is likely to take 4 weeks to complete from the closing date of this advert. Due to the volume of interest, we are unable to provide all applicants with individual feedback.

Architect Location: Oxford Salary: £34-40,000 A well-regarded architectural practice with a strong track record in commercial, education, defence and healthcare design is seeking a seasoned Senior Architect to join its welcoming team in Oxford. This role provides the chance to take the lead on substantial projects spanning all RIBA stages, contributing to a varied workload with a particular focus on complex and technically demanding schemes. It is an excellent opportunity for an Architect with robust sector knowledge, strong technical capability, and the confidence to drive projects from initial concept through to final delivery. Benefits Flexible and hybrid working options, with regular in-studio collaboration. Clear pathways for career development, including potential sector leadership roles. On-site parking available. Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative studio culture. Responsibilities Lead and manage projects throughout all RIBA stages (0-8), ensuring design quality, coordination and technical rigour. Contribute to design and delivery across commercial, education, defence and healthcare sectors. Produce accurate, high-quality technical drawings and 3D models using Revit, AutoCAD and SketchUp. Liaise confidently with clients, consultants, and contractors across all phases of project delivery. Support the ongoing growth of the healthcare portfolio, with the potential to assume key leadership responsibilities within the sector. Undertake regular site visits to multiple project locations. Skills and Qualifications Fully qualified Part 3 Architect with strong UK practice experience. ARB registration essential. Demonstrable experience delivering projects through all RIBA stages. Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. Background in commercial, education, defence or healthcare projects (healthcare experience particularly beneficial). Willingness and eligibility to obtain security clearance for sensitive work. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Effective communicator with strong leadership, coordination, and organisational skills. To apply, please call Sophie on or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to

Youth Support Worker - Oxford We have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Youth Support Worker to join a specialist school in Oxford supporting students aged 5 to 11 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom also experience behavioural challenges. This role is vital in a nurturing and structured environment where every child benefits from a personalised Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You will work closely with students to support their emotional regulation, behavioural development, and academic progress, helping them build resilience and confidence to thrive both inside and beyond school. Our school uses restorative practices to empower students in managing their emotions and behaviours, setting them on a path towards positive personal growth and success. You'll be an integral part of a team committed to creating a safe, supportive space that fosters wellbeing and learning. What you'll bring to the role: • A patient, kind, and empathetic approach to working with children facing SEMH and behavioural difficulties, • A positive mindset and a passion for helping young people overcome their challenges, • Willingness to learn and adapt to the individual needs of each child Whether you're a graduate seeking experience or someone passionate about making a difference in the community, this role offers valuable hands-on experience and professional development in a specialist SEMH setting. Details: • Location: Oxford, • Term-time role, • Salary: £95-£110 per day, • Start date: ASAP

Job Title: Occupational Health Nurse Manager Location: Oxford, OX4 Salary: £57,000 - £60,000 per annum (negotiable dependent on experience) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week. Monday- Friday (7.5 hours per day) About Us Optima Health are the UK market leader of Occupational Health and Wellbeing services. Our heritage can be traced back to 1947 where we were pioneers in the provision of Occupational Health and have led the way ever since, bringing new and innovative solutions to employers across the UK. We can offer unrivalled clinical expertise and industry leading tailored solutions to our clients. We work with over two thousand businesses, in various industries, and our aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of the UK workforce by supporting healthy high performance in our client organisations, helping them to achieve their full potential through their people. Optima Health not only provide an excellent package, but we also offer a structured induction and training programme in your first few weeks. We offer tailored career development and opportunities for further training and qualifications, to support you in your career journey. We are committed to making this a really great place to work, so together, we live by our values; We are one team, we do the right thing, we are shaping tomorrow, and we are never too big to care. Role Summary The Occupational Health Manager will be responsible for the overall management and performance of occupational health services for a prestigious client within the automotive manufacturing sector. This is a predominantly management-focused role, providing leadership, clinical supervision, and line management to an on-site, multi-disciplinary clinical team. The role requires proven experience in managing complex health surveillance programmes, overseeing service delivery, and ensuring consistently high clinical standards. While the primary focus is on leadership and performance management, the OH Manager will also provide ad hoc case management and expert clinical input for complex or high-risk cases as required. Working closely with senior client stakeholders, the OH Manager will build strong partnerships to deliver agreed occupational health and wellbeing objectives. The role includes monitoring performance against benchmarked targets, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring services are compliant with evidence-based practice, legislative requirements, and clinical governance standards. There will also be an expectation to visit other sites (Wiltshire, Hampshire and West Midlands) on a quarterly and ad hoc basis to ensure OH services are delivered to a high standard. Expenses are reimbursed. Who Are We Looking For? • Experience of managing Occupational Health contracts as a Clinician, • Experience of managing health surveillance programmes, • Qualification in Occupational Health, • Clinical qualification as Nurse with registration with relevant professional body (NMC or HCPC)., • Experienced in Occupational Health clinical delivery as Occupational Health Advisor or similar, • Experience of managing a multi-disciplinary team of clinical and no clinical employees., • Experience of using data as a tool to take the service forward., • Effective communication and negotiation skills. What Can We Offer You? • Competitive salary, • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, • Buy and sell holiday scheme, • Pension scheme, • Health Cash Plan, • Career progression opportunities, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Cycle to work scheme, • Eye care test vouchers, • Flu vaccination scheme, • Employee discount scheme, • Life assurance, • Professional registrations fees paid, • Clinical Training Academy, • Save as you earn scheme, • Yulife Optima Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender or gender expression, disability, race or ethnicity, religion or belief or sexual orientation.

CYP Manager / Paediatric Nurse Manager – Brand New Private Hospital Up to £50,000 per annum plus Bonus & Competitive Company Benefits Full-Time, Permanent, 40 Hours per Week Oxford, Oxfordshire Do you want to be a key part in the opening and success of a BRAND NEW and state-of-the-art hospital? Are you an experienced Lead Paediatric Nurse / Paediatric Sister or Paediatric Nurse Manager with strong leadership experience looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Compass Associates are proud to have exclusively partnered with Welbeck Health Partners for the opening of their brand-new hospital, boasting 12 specialties equipped with the latest technology and world-renowned consultants dedicated to delivering the best patient experience. Capitalising on the success of their London flagship hospital, their new site will offer a wide range of medical diagnostic and same-day minimally invasive services, including heart health, lung health, digestive health, ENT, endoscopy, and neurology. This is a very exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to help to shape a growing, but established healthcare organisation. Welbeck Health Partners was founded by leading healthcare specialists from the UK and USA who shared a clear vision: to deliver better care and redefine what a healthcare organisation can be. Welbeck’s unique partnership model empowers clinicians to share in the success of the group while fostering a collaborative environment. It provides a framework for consistent patient pathways, quality assurance across partners, and smooth cross-referrals between specialties. Joining Welbeck means becoming part of a growing network of high-quality clinics and world-leading healthcare professionals. Welbeck are committed to creating a supportive, values-driven environment where their people can thrive. The company invests in its people, providing ongoing professional development, clear career progression, and the resources needed to excel. If you’re looking to be part of a purpose-led organisation that is shaping the future of healthcare while fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and shared success, we’d love to hear from you. What is in it for you? • Salary up to £50,000 dependent on experience, • Free on-site parking, • Great work-life balance, • Professional registration paid for annually, • Personal Development Plan, • 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, • Private Medical Insurance, • Eye Care, • Annual Flu Vaccines, • Private Pension, • Season Ticket Loan / Cycle to Work Scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • AND a range of policies supporting health and wellbeing At present, we are in search for an experienced and motivated Children and Young People Manager to join the team and provide excellent clinical and managerial leadership for the delivery of and building of the Paediatric service. We are looking for a dynamic and committed individual to provide leadership to the paediatric team, helping build a safe, high-quality service providing excellent care to children, young people and their families. You will support the CYP development across the centre departments including paediatric competencies for all healthcare professionals involved in children and young people, including Theatre Practitioners and Day Case Nurses. This role will require oversight of clinical practice, resource management, clinician engagement, safe staffing provision and financial management, to ensure that the centre meets all regulatory requirements and safety standards. Responsibilities: • Deliver specialist clinical care to Children & Young People (CYP), including assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation., • Provide expert advice, education and emotional support to patients, families and carers., • Lead and develop nurse-led services, including surgical pre-assessment and support during investigations and procedures., • Recognise and manage clinical emergencies in collaboration with the medical team., • Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality, evidence-based care., • Develop, implement and audit service-specific policies, guidelines and quality improvement initiatives., • Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to families and colleagues., • Lead, mentor and support CYP nursing staff, acting as a professional role model., • Coordinate CYP nursing activity to ensure safe staffing levels and effective daily service delivery., • Contribute to recruitment, workforce planning and staff development., • Lead and participate in education, training and practice development programmes., • Contribute to service development in line with national standards and governance requirements., • Participate in quality assurance, audit, incident review and performance improvement (QAPI) processes., • Ensure compliance with professional standards, safeguarding requirements and regulatory frameworks (including NMC Code)., • Manage resources responsibly and contribute to financially sustainable service delivery. What can you bring? • Registered Paediatric Nurse with valid NMC Registration, • Right to Work in the UK, • Proven leadership experience in a senior nursing or clinical management role, • Able to demonstrate achievement & service development in a Band 6 setting, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, coach and develop others, • Excellent organisational skills, • Skills & knowledge in managing and supporting CYP patients and their families, • EPLS/APLS or willingness to undertake Recommendations We’re currently recruiting for a variety of management, clinical, and non-clinical roles across Oxford and Cambridge if this role isn’t for you, but you would be interested in exploring roles feel free to share your details. If you know someone who may be interested in this or other roles in a new private hospital, we offer a £500 voucher referral reward for every successful recommendation. Contact Details If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Rachel Smith direct on 02392 002 799. Alternatively, you can email an updated CV to

Clinical Deputy Manager – Elderly Nursing Home Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary: £53,000 per annum Contracted Hours: 40 hours Qualification: RGN Required (Active NMC Pin) Compass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded elderly nursing home in the Oxford area, who are seeking an experienced Clinical Deputy Manager to join their leadership team. This well-established home provides nursing, dementia and residential care and has a strong reputation for high-quality, person-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity for an existing Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead looking to step into a supportive, supernumerary leadership role. The Role As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will: • Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day clinical and operational running of the home, • Lead, mentor and develop the nursing and care teams, • Ensure the home consistently delivers safe, effective and high-quality care, • Oversee clinical governance, audits, care planning and compliance, • Work closely as part of a multi-disciplinary team, • Act as a positive role model with a hands-on, supportive leadership style Candidate Requirements To be considered, you must have: • RGN qualification with an active NMC pin, • Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Deputy Manager (or equivalent Clinical Lead role), • Previous experience working within a nursing home environment, • Strong background in elderly and dementia nursing care, • A genuine passion for elderly care and clinical excellence, • Confident leadership, communication and organisational skills Interview Process • Stage 1: Interview with the Home Manager, • Stage 2: Formal interview with the Home Manager & Operations Manager Location & Commutability The home is based in the Oxford area and is easily commutable from Abingdon-on-Thames, Kidlington, Witney, Thame, Faringdon, Didcot, Yarnton, Banbury, Aylesbury, Bicester, Burford and Bampton. Recommendations Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultant for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £500 voucher of your choice or a charity donation for every successful candidate recommended by you. Contact If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity please contact Lily Bulbeck on 02393874321 or 07921588667. Or alternatively send an up to date CV to

About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have a brand-new opportunity for an Associate / Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Operational Assets team based in our Oxford office. Are you passionate about existing buildings? Do you thrive when challenged to design unique and pragmatic solutions to operational and performance issues? Are you interested in using real-time data to better understand buildings and drive towards a net zero future? It's an exciting time to join our newly formed Operational Assets team, merging the skillsets of property consultants, design engineers and data-led building performance engineers to provide a rounded and reliable service to our clients, creating value through building lifecycles. We embed ourselves within a client team and their assets, setting the roadmap to a more sustainable future, and joining them on the journey from concept to implementation and operation. More and more, asset owners require a holistic suite of services to identify improvements, design the solutions while minimising disruption, manage the implementation and monitor the impact. Hoare Lea have all the tools to provide this service - and more - to our clients, and now we are looking to grow our Operational Assets team to meet market demand. We have a proven track record working within the Residential, Commercial and Healthcare sectors. Working alongside a range of specialists, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Secure new projects and service both existing and new clients while assisting the regional lead in effectively planning the specialist delivery of the Operational Assets group., • Particular focus on work delivery, organisational support and team growth is required to support local and regional clients., • Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities providing supervision and guidance to team members and other staff., • Work cooperatively with other teams to deliver a wide variety of Projects with Team Leaders meeting regularly to discuss workload and other management issues., • Help, recruit, train and develop team members and their careers to ensure ongoing succession and growth of the Practice., • Undertake own design, specification and site monitoring etc., • Monitor commissioning and conduct post-occupancy engineering services activities., • Write technical reports i.e: feasibility, issue investigation, condition surveys etc., • Liaise with clients (commercial and project management awareness). What You’ll Be Doing You will be working on a varied portfolio of frameworks and projects which are predominantly UK-based but with some overseas opportunities. You will take the lead and deliver on small projects up to the value of a few £million and provide technical support to end users, Landlords, management agents, project managers and the like. The 3 key areas that we work across in Operational Assets include providing the following services for our clients. • Decarbonisation, performance improvements and energy reduction – focus on projects that reduce energy consumption of existing buildings, improve performance for the occupants and achieve client decarbonisation / net zero targets. Applying a pragmatic approach and use of emerging technologies, from strategic roadmaps to implementation., • Design – Specialising in challenging existing buildings across all RIBA stages. This involves creative and innovative design solutions to enhance and transform existing buildings, ensuring the building services meet current needs and standards. You will be involved in conceptualising and implementing design strategies, working closely with clients and project teams to deliver high-quality and sustainable designs., • Property consultancy – providing a suite of consultancy services to the property market to assist the property management, operation and transaction processes. Services include:, • Technical due diligence reports – vendors and pre-acquisition, • Dilapidations surveys, • Planned preventative maintenance reports, • Licence to Alter, • Maintenance inspections of buildings,, • Validations management, • Asset registers,, • Troubleshooting,, • Energy optimisation surveys,, • EPCs. Projects span across all sectors including Commercial Offices, Retail, Residential, Education, Healthcare, MoJ, Defence, Heritage, Industrial and Technology. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Qualified design engineer (chartered status or working towards)., • Experience working on projects in existing buildings (refurbishment and fit-out)., • Excellent written and spoken English skills., • Strong knowledge of data and metering., • Experience with performance specification and detailed design work, contract administration and site duties., • Experience in Building Services collectively (all-rounder)., • Willingness and Strong technical knowledge in primary engineering discipline and good understanding of the secondary engineering discipline., • Comfortable with UK and applicable EU regulations, design guides, etc., • Excellent organisational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines., • Able to develop effective relationships with well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills., • Proven track record in work winning and building successful teams. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact . If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, ___ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #LI-HYBRID

We’re partnering with an early-stage, venture-backed deep tech company developing advanced imaging and deployable hardware systems. As they scale, they’re looking to hire a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of the mechanical architecture across their core product lines. This is a key, high-impact role suited to someone who thrives in a startup environment and wants to combine hands-on engineering with technical leadership. The Role As the lead for mechanical design, you will drive the development of precision hardware systems from concept through to deployment. You’ll play a central role in shaping both the product and the engineering approach, working closely with multidisciplinary teams across embedded, systems, and test. Requirements • Strong experience in mechanical design and product development, ideally within high-performance or ruggedised systems, • Proven ability to take products from concept through to prototype and deployment, • Experience designing for challenging environments (e.g. UAVs, aerospace, defence, or field systems), • Proficiency in CAD (e.g. SolidWorks or similar), • Hands-on approach, with experience in prototyping, testing, and iteration, • PhD or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Physics, or a related discipline Apply now or contact Gemma for more information

INITION has developed a patented technology that changes how battery electrodes are made. You will take our proprietary production system through its next critical engineering phase-solving complex technical challenges and scaling it to full commercial readiness. This is not a role where you inherit someone else's roadmap. You will own it. You will define the engineering programme, solve the hard problems, and build the team around you. You will be the founding Head of Mechanical Engineering for a capability that does not yet exist anywhere in the world at commercial scale. The Role This is a builder-leader role for a senior engineer who has developed separate production systems to their full potential and integrated them into a single, functional production machine. You will maintain a full vision of the system architecture while developing each subsystem - technically authoritative, hands-on where it counts, and simultaneously founding the engineering team that takes the technology to full commercial readiness. Key Responsibilities • Take full technical ownership of delivering INITION's first pilot proprietary 3D electrode production system, • Take technical ownership of INITION's separate production systems, improving each to the level required and integrating them into a single, functional prototype electrode production machine, • Define and drive the engineering roadmap from current development stage through to a robust, commercially viable production system, • Apply rigorous engineering discipline across mechanical design, process control, automation, and systems integration Building the Engineering Team, Founding Responsibility • Define INITION's production engineering function from the ground up: structure, roles, tools, standards, and culture with the founders, • Recruit and onboard hands-on engineers capable of working at the frontier of a novel production technology, • Establish the engineering processes and documentation practices that will scale with the company through each commercialisation phase, • Be the kind of technical leader that exceptional engineers want to follow - credible, hands-on, and invested in their growth Materials & Process Integration • Work at the interface of mechanical engineering and materials science - understanding how production process decisions affect electrode structure and performance, • Collaborate with the electrochemistry team to ensure the production system consistently delivers against performance targets, • Ensure machine development and materials science advance in lockstep IP & Technical Governance • Protect and strengthen INITION's patent position throughout the engineering development process — the production system is the IP, • Work with IP counsel to ensure all engineering decisions reinforce the company's proprietary position, • Maintain rigorous technical documentation to support investor due diligence and future commercial discussions What We're Looking For Essential • 10 years of experience demonstrable to take this position., • Proven track record of improving separate production systems and integrating them into a single, functional special purpose machine - you have done both the subsystem development and the whole-system integration work, • Strong engineering foundation across machine design, process control, automation, and systems integration, • Experience building or leading an engineering team, ideally in a startup, scale-up, or advanced manufacturing environment, • Hands-on and technically authoritative Sufficient understanding of materials processing to work at the interface of machine development, performance and production output, • Rigorous approach to engineering documentation, IP, and technical governance You May Come From We are not looking for a specific industry background. The right candidate may come from: • Semiconductor or electronics manufacturing, • Paper / packaging manufacturing, • Plastic extrusion / membrane production systems, • Medical devices or precision instruments, • Aerospace components or advanced materials, • Printed electronics or advanced coatings, • Fuel cells or electrochemical systems, • Precision optics, photonics, or micro-fabrication, • Any precision manufacturing environment where process consistency and structured production are critical Highly Desirable • Background in battery, fuel cell, or electrochemical manufacturing equipment, • Experience with precision coating, structured deposition, extrusion, or roll-to-roll processing, • Prior Head of Engineering, Chief Engineer, or equivalent founding engineering leadership in a deep-tech startup or scale-up, • Experience with defence or subsea qualification requirements for production systems, • Experience designing and building special purpose machinery based on novel technology Compensation & EquityBase Salary £85,000 – £95,000, reflecting the pre-Series A stage, the package is designed to compensate through equity and a contractual step-up on funding. Salary Step-Up Contractual commitment to a salary review on Series A close, targeting £120,000 – £140,000. We don't work with hiring companies, if any send a CV it will be considered free of charge

I am currently working with a massive organization delivering the full MEP scope on a world-class facility combining over 30,000m² of research laboratories, an oncology and wellness clinic, and collaborative spaces focused on solving humanity's most pressing challenges. I am looking for a skilled and motivated Mechanical Project Engineer to join the delivery team. This role offers a unique chance to apply your technical expertise on a highly innovative and technically demanding life sciences facility. What you'll be doing: • Leading the mechanical engineering delivery activities, providing technical oversight from design through to installation, commissioning, and handover., • Managing and mentoring junior engineers and coordinating closely with project managers, planners, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure successful project delivery., • Reviewing complex mechanical designs and specifications, ensuring compliance with regulatory and client requirements., • Driving a strong safety culture and ensuring all mechanical works comply with health and safety legislation and company standards., • Identifying and implementing innovative engineering solutions, best practices, and continuous improvements., • A degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or related discipline, with substantial experience in mechanical engineering delivery on large-scale projects., • Proven experience working on highly regulated sectors such as life sciences, healthcare, or high-tech manufacturing projects., • Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and guiding engineering teams., • In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems, installation methods, and commissioning best practices., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive collaboration in a multidisciplinary team., • A proactive and solutions-oriented approach, comfortable working in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment.

Finance Business Partner - Hybrid from Abingdon - Up to £65,000 Role Overview This position sits at the heart of the Technology organisation, providing financial insight, challenge and forward-looking analysis. You’ll work with large datasets, build financial models, support business cases and help the CTIO understand the financial implications of key decisions.There is also scope to get involved in project accounting, supporting the financial governance of major Technology initiatives and helping the business maximise value from its investment. Key Responsibilities • Act as the primary finance partner to the CTIO and Technology leadership team, • Provide financial insight across a large portfolio of Tech projects (Capex & Opex), • Build financial models to support forecasting, scenario planning and business case development, • Identify cost efficiencies, operational improvements and opportunities to optimise spend, • Support project accounting activities and financial governance, • Lead monthly reporting for the Technology function, including variance analysis and commentary, • Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term strategic planning cycles, • Analyse large datasets and translate findings into clear, actionable insight, • Help drive continuous improvement across processes, reporting and financial controlsSkills & Experience, • Newly qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), • Strong stakeholder-management skills with experience influencing senior leaders, • Advanced Excel and strong analytical capability, • Ability to challenge constructively and support decision-making, • Interest in project accounting and transformation activity, • Proactive, commercially minded and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment # 4781176

Location: Home-based (South UK) Salary: £58,000–£65,000 + uncapped commission + car/car allowance About Stowood Stowood is a UK-based medical device company specialising in sleep diagnostics. For over 30 years, we have designed, manufactured and supported our own hardware and software, while also acting as a trusted UK and Ireland distributor for leading international manufacturers. Our business is built on long-term partnerships. Significant sales come from major international suppliers, alongside our own in-house products. This means our sales team works with a balanced portfolio of both in-house and partner-manufactured products. We are a privately owned, family-run business with a small, close-knit team. This means we work closely together, take responsibility seriously, and value practical, hands-on contributions from everyone. We invest heavily in research and development, manufacture in Oxfordshire, and pride ourselves on being technically strong, approachable, and easy to work with. Over the last two years, the company has grown by 80%, and we are continuing to expand. This is an excellent time to join us and play a key role in our next phase of growth. We are not a “shiny suit” sales organisation. We succeed by building long-term, trusting relationships and by genuinely understanding our customers’ challenges. The role Following retirement of the incumbent, we are looking for an experienced, thoughtful, and commercially minded professional to manage and grow our business across the South of the UK. You do not need prior sales experience if you have strong clinical expertise and an interest in developing commercial skills — we will provide training and support. You will work closely with the CEO and technical team, taking ownership of key NHS and university accounts and developing new opportunities. As we are a small organisation, you will be involved in the full sales process, from initial enquiry through to quotation, and ongoing account support. Your customers will mainly be sleep physiologists and clinical teams, supported by consultant physicians, procurement and EBME teams. Many of our customers are under pressure and short of time, so empathy, clarity, and reliability are essential. This is a senior, trusted role with scope to develop into a leadership position as the company grows. Travel will typically be 25–50%, with occasional overnight stays. Key Responsibilities • Manage and grow existing hospital and university accounts, • Develop new business opportunities, • Build long-term relationships with clinical and technical teams, • Present and demonstrate equipment and software, • Prepare quotations and proposals, • Manage the full sales process from enquiry to order, • Work closely with internal technical and support teams, • Maintain accurate CRM records, • Contribute to marketing and product development, • Attend relevant conferences and meetings About you We are open to candidates from either of the following backgrounds: Either: Significant clinical experience in sleep diagnostics (sales training provided) Or: Strong experience selling electronic medical devices into NHS hospitals Experience in sleep, respiratory, cardiology, dental, diabetes, or related fields is particularly relevant. Skills and Attributes • Clear, calm, and professional communicator, • Able to explain technical concepts simply, • Commercially sensible and well organised, • Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team, • Reliable and consistent, • Good IT skills (Windows, Office), • Full driving licence, • Able to pass eDBS checks, • Comfortable representing both in-house and partner-manufactured products and working constructively with suppliers, • Comfortable working in a small business environment where everyone contributes across a range of tasks, • Friendly, grounded, and enjoys working with clinical professionals What We Offer • Competitive salary and uncapped commission, • Company car or allowance, • Supportive, low-politics working environment, • Close involvement in product development, • Real influence on company direction, • Long-term career opportunity in a growing business Stowood is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Audit Manager wanted for Top 10 Oxford Firm Corporate Audit Manager Top 10 Firm - Oxford Permanent, Full-Time Our client is a major professional services firm known for doing things differently-looking ahead, driving ambitious growth, and championing positive change within the industry. They provide audit, tax, and advisory services to a wide range of organisations, empowering clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. They also offer their people real opportunity, an inclusive culture, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. With over several thousand employees in the UK and a global presence in more than 100 markets, the firm is on an ambitious journey-from great to exceptional-and they’re looking for the right people to help shape the future of the business and their own careers. Role Overview Now is an exciting time to elevate your audit experience by joining a growing portfolio in Oxford. In a continually evolving market, this role requires someone who prioritises doing what is right, asks challenging questions, and delivers high-quality assurance to clients.If you are ambitious and seeking a varied and engaging audit position, this opportunity is ideal.What You’ll Be Doing Working within the Commercial Audit team-particularly with clients in the Private Capital space-you’ll enjoy exposure across a diversity of sectors. Key responsibilities include: • Making quality second nature, • You will deliver work that has a significant impact on both clients and the firm. High standards are essential., • Supporting business growth, • You’ll assist senior leaders with business development and may participate in pitches to win new work., • Lead and oversee audit teams, • Act as a key point of contact for clients, • Help define audit approaches, • Review audit work papers, • Ensure timely and accurate completion of audit files, • Being part of a collaborative team, • You’ll contribute to a dynamic audit team in Oxford, manage and develop junior colleagues, and help shape the culture of the office while working across service lines., • Taking responsibility, • You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, manage a significant audit portfolio, and build strong working relationships throughout the business., • Building your personal brand, • Professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA), • Post-qualification experience, • Experience managing a substantial portfolio of audit clientsYou’ll also bring:, • Experience auditing commercial companies, including private-equity backed businesses, large listed entities, and international groups, • The ability to solve complex technical issues, • Strong project management skills, • Experience developing high-performing teams, • Excellent relationship-building skills, • A proactive approach to taking on department-wide responsibilities, • Tailored development programmes and coaching, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Pension, life assurance, and private medical, • Options for additional holiday, • Health and wellbeing benefits, • Access to retail discounts, gym memberships, and financial adviceThey’re seeking people who will contribute ideas, challenge norms, and exceed expectations-people proud to do what’s right for clients, colleagues, and themselves. 4775533

A biotechnology business in Oxfordshire seeks a qualified accountant to join them as Head of Finance. Your new company Our client is a pre-revenue biotech who has just secured a successful series A raise. They are seeking an ambitious and technically excellent Head of Finance to serve as the CFO's operational "co-pilot" during a transformative period for the business. This is a rare opportunity to join at an inflection point where you'll have genuine ownership over building, professionalising, and scaling the finance function, while working in a fast-paced, science-driven environment that values pragmatism and growth alongside financial rigour. Your new role As Head of Finance, you will directly manage and develop a Management Accountant, mentoring a high-performing, efficient finance team in line with the company’s growth. All financial operations and controls will come under your responsibility, assuming day-to-day ownership of core financial reporting, management accounts, and statutory obligations. You will review, redesign, and implement robust financial processes appropriate for scale and growth and build and maintain strong financial controls that support that growth. Leading month-end and year-end close processes with accuracy and efficiency and ensuring compliance with UK FRS9, tax regulations, and statutory requirements, and annual audit processes are part of your role along with systems and infrastructure, including working with the CFO to lead or support ERP evaluation and implementation beyond current systems. You will design and deliver clear, insightful reporting for functional leadership teams, partner with scientists and operational leaders to build financial literacy and embed good financial discipline across the organisation and build trust and credibility as a responsive business partner. You will support corporate strategy by building and owning group consolidation processes and work with external accountants and advisors on group accounting, structuring, and technical matters. Supporting the CFO in corporate transactions from a due diligence, financial operations and integration perspective will also form part of your role. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in a PE/VC-backed scale-up or high-growth environment. Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to navigate complex technical matters confidently is required, along with experience implementing or improving financial systems, processes, and controls in a scale-up / growth environment. You will have demonstrable experience managing and developing junior team members, and reporting out to non-finance stakeholders across the business and UK tax knowledge and experience working with tax advisors ideally within life sciences, biotech, or R&D-intensive businesses. As an effective collaborator in a multidisciplinary environment, building relationships, and gaining trust through honesty, compassion, and authenticity, you will also have a curious and courageous mindset - someone who enjoys trying new things and taking initiative in a fast-paced environment. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-funded, Oxford University spin out with a comprehensive benefits package as it embarks on its growth journey. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4764916

Hard FM Manager Healthcare | PFI Environment | Leadership Role Your new company A leading facilities management provider for an experienced Hard FM Manager to take responsibility for the delivery of hard services at a large, complex healthcare PFI site. This is a key leadership role, managing a sizeable on-site technical team and specialist supply chain, with full accountability for compliance, performance, and continuous improvement in a highly regulated environment. Your new role As Hard FM Manager, you’ll be accountable for the day-to-day management of all hard services on site, ensuring safe, compliant and high-quality service delivery across planned, reactive and lifecycle works. You’ll lead and develop a team of 12-15 engineers and supervisors, manage subcontractors, and work closely with the Estates, Lifecycle, Projects and Compliance teams. You will also assume statutory roles such as Water Responsible Person and Fire Responsible Person, depending on business requirements. This role suits someone who is comfortable operating in a pressure-critical healthcare environment, understands PFI contracts, and is confident balancing compliance, performance, people management and cost control. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage site hard services delivery across multiple disciplines., • Full responsibility for site performance, compliance and P&L, • Ensure delivery against contractual SLAs and KPIs, • Act as senior technical lead and escalation point for the client, • Manage and develop direct reports and specialist supply chain partners, • Ensure compliance with HTMs, statutory and regulatory requirements, • Oversee permit systems (PTW, ATW) and safe systems of work, • Coordinate planned maintenance, reactive works, projects and lifecycle renewals, • Drive a strong health & safety culture and act as COSHH Coordinator, • Produce performance, compliance and risk reporting, • Support lifecycle planning and asset management strategies, • Champion continuous improvement, innovation and best practice, • Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in a similar Hard FM leadership role, • Background managing hard services in a complex or regulated environment (healthcare preferred), • Strong people management skills with a track record of building high-performing teams, • Experience managing subcontractors and supplier relationships, • Understanding of COSHH and safe systems of work, • Experience holding P&L responsibility, • Comfortable working with data, reporting and performance metrics, • Confident communicator, able to work with multiple stakeholdersDesirable Qualifications, • IWFM Level 3 or above, • IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH, • Strong working knowledge of HTMs and healthcare compliance, • Experience delivering change management initiativesPersonal Attributes, • A proactive, agile leader who thrives in complex environments, • Genuine commitment to health, safety and quality, • Collaborative and people-focused management style, • High integrity with a continuous improvement mindset 4788084

Site Manager - Oxford Senior Site Manager / Site Manager - Laboratory RefurbishmentLocation: Oxford Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits Sector: Construction | Refurbishment | Specialist EnvironmentsSEO The OpportunityWe are working exclusively with a leading regional contractor to recruit a Senior Site Manager or experienced Site Manager for a high-profile refurbishment scheme in Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Manager in Oxford to take full ownership of a £3 million laboratory refurbishment project within a controlled environment.The role offers genuine progression, with routes into Project Management or Contracts Management as the business continues to grow. This contractor has a strong pipeline across specialist refurbishment, education, commercial and technical projects in Oxfordshire. Key ResponsibilitiesSite LeadershipLead all day-to-day operations on site, ensuring work is delivered safely, compliantly and to a high technical standard.Programme ManagementManage the sequencing, short-term planning and progress of a fast-track refurbishment project.CoordinationWork closely with design teams, specialist subcontractors and suppliers to resolve technical issues efficiently and maintain project momentum.Quality & SafetyMaintain high levels of workmanship and implement strong health & safety procedures throughout the project.Client InteractionAct as the main on-site representative, maintaining strong relationships with client teams and ensuring expectations are met. What We’re Looking For • Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Manager on refurbishment or fit-out schemes, • Strong understanding of design & build processes and JCT contracts, • Experience working in laboratories, healthcare, education, or controlled technical environments is beneficial, • Ability to manage fast-track, technically demanding projects, • Strong organisational, leadership and communication skills, • SMSTS, CSCS (Manager), First Aid essential; MCIOB advantageous, • Salary of £50,000 - £65,000 plus car allowance and benefits, • Opportunity to deliver a high-profile, technically complex laboratory refurbishment, • Long-term progression with a growing regional contractor, • Exposure to specialist sectors with strong and stable future demandHow to ApplyIf you are interested in this Site Manager Oxford opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell at the Hays Southampton office for a confidential discussion. # 4760013

Location: Oxford, UK Work format: On-site Compensation: Basic Salary £35,000 to £40,000 per year + Commission/Bonus About Us: Oxford Biolabs is a pioneering company in the field of proprietary food supplements and cosmetics focused on addressing hair loss, skin aging, immunity, and overall healthy aging. Founded by experts from the University of Oxford, we have been providing science-backed, naturally-based products since 2009. Our company operates with a strong digital and CRM-driven sales approach, combining modern sales tools, B2B e-commerce, and data-driven decision making. Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Sales & Business Development Manager with excellent communication and negotiation skills. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in B2B sales (for example in the pharmaceutical, medical, nutraceutical, healthcare, or beauty industry) or a strong desire to develop in this field. You will play a key role in expanding our retail partnerships in the UK, developing new relationships with retailers and managing existing accounts. You will also work closely with our Ukraine-based back-office sales support and sales team, which assists with operational tasks such as lead generation, sales administration, order processing and logistics coordination. The UK role includes coordinating with this team and ensuring efficient collaboration to support revenue growth. The role carries significant ownership of UK B2B sales performance. Technology & Sales Infrastructure Oxford Biolabs operates with a modern, CRM-driven sales environment. Our sales and marketing activities are managed through: • HubSpot Sales Hub Professional, • HubSpot Marketing Hub, • LinkedIn Sales Navigator Advanced, • Shopify (including B2B e-commerce capabilities) All sales activity, communications, and pipeline management are expected to be fully tracked and maintained within our CRM system. This includes emails, calls, meetings, and deal progression. A structured and data-driven sales approach is essential for this role. Key Responsibilities: • Drive UK B2B sales growth by identifying, developing, and closing partnerships with retail clients such as online retailers, trichology clinics, dermatology clinics, beauty salons, spas, and other relevant partners., • Take ownership of UK sales targets, with clear responsibility for achieving revenue growth., • Identify, approach, and establish relationships with new retail partners., • Negotiate and finalize commercial agreements with retail partners., • Manage and grow existing retail accounts to increase long-term revenue., • Arrange and attend in-person meetings with partners where appropriate, including regular travel to London and other major UK cities when needed., • Maintain a structured sales pipeline and log all activity in HubSpot CRM, including calls, meetings, emails, and deal progression., • Use LinkedIn Sales Navigator Advanced and other tools to identify and develop new business opportunities., • Coordinate with and manage the Ukraine-based back-office sales support team, which assists with order processing, operational support, and sales administration., • Provide product training and commercial support to retail partners when required., • Contribute to improving our B2B e-commerce experience on Shopify, helping retailers onboard and reorder more efficiently., • Collaborate with marketing on initiatives that support UK revenue growth., • Represent Oxford Biolabs at relevant industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities. Qualifications: • 3+ years of experience in B2B sales, for example in the pharmaceutical or nutraceutical industry and the strong desire to develop as a Sales Professional, • English language proficiency at a minimum of C1 level, • Excellent communication and negotiation skills., • Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships., • Deal Maker mentality. Preferred Qualifications: • Medical degree (D-r) or advanced degree in a related scientific field an advantage., • A comprehensive understanding of the healthcare and beauty market., • Highly motivated and results-oriented. What We Offer: • Guaranteed Annual Salary Review: Salary is regularly reviewed based on market conditions., • Comprehensive Compensation Package: Includes performance-based annual bonuses and an extensive benefits package with high earning potential., • Flexible Work Environment: Flexible working hours and remote work options are available, allowing you to adjust your schedule to your needs and preferences. Remote work is available when necessary., • Professional Growth: We prioritize employee development, offering both vertical and horizontal growth opportunities within the company., • Stable and Long-Term Team Environment: We are a stable company, successfully operating since 2009. Most of our employees have been with us for approximately 10 years., • Industry Leadership: Opportunity to work with a leading brand in the nutraceutical and cosmeceutical industry. Disclaimer Streamlined Selection Process: We utilize TestGorilla as part of our hiring process. All candidates will be required to complete a series of assessments and upload a series of short video recordings. The results will be shared with you regardless of the outcome. This approach allows us to efficiently evaluate your skills and fit for the role, helping to avoid lengthy interviews and saving time for both you and us. It’s a fair and transparent way to ensure we find the right match without unnecessary delays.

Location: Home-based (South UK) Salary: £58,000–£65,000 + uncapped commission + car/car allowance About Stowood Stowood is a UK-based medical device company specialising in sleep diagnostics. For over 30 years, we have designed, manufactured and supported our own hardware and software, while also acting as a trusted UK and Ireland distributor for leading international manufacturers. Our business is built on long-term partnerships. Significant sales come from major international suppliers, alongside our own in-house products. This means our sales team works with a balanced portfolio of both in-house and partner-manufactured products. We are a privately owned, family-run business with a small, close-knit team. This means we work closely together, take responsibility seriously, and value practical, hands-on contributions from everyone. We invest heavily in research and development, manufacture in Oxfordshire, and pride ourselves on being technically strong, approachable, and easy to work with. Over the last two years, the company has grown by 80%, and we are continuing to expand. This is an excellent time to join us and play a key role in our next phase of growth. We are not a “shiny suit” sales organisation. We succeed by building long-term, trusting relationships and by genuinely understanding our customers’ challenges. The role Following retirement of the incumbent, we are looking for an experienced, thoughtful, and commercially minded professional to manage and grow our business across the South of the UK. You do not need prior sales experience if you have strong clinical expertise and an interest in developing commercial skills — we will provide training and support. You will work closely with the CEO and technical team, taking ownership of key NHS and university accounts and developing new opportunities. As we are a small organisation, you will be involved in the full sales process, from initial enquiry through to quotation, and ongoing account support. Your customers will mainly be sleep physiologists and clinical teams, supported by consultant physicians, procurement and EBME teams. Many of our customers are under pressure and short of time, so empathy, clarity, and reliability are essential. This is a senior, trusted role with scope to develop into a leadership position as the company grows. Travel will typically be 25–50%, with occasional overnight stays. Key Responsibilities • Manage and grow existing hospital and university accounts, • Develop new business opportunities, • Build long-term relationships with clinical and technical teams, • Present and demonstrate equipment and software, • Prepare quotations and proposals, • Manage the full sales process from enquiry to order, • Work closely with internal technical and support teams, • Maintain accurate CRM records, • Contribute to marketing and product development, • Attend relevant conferences and meetings About you We are open to candidates from either of the following backgrounds: Either: Significant clinical experience in sleep diagnostics (sales training provided) Or: Strong experience selling electronic medical devices into NHS hospitals Experience in sleep, respiratory, cardiology, dental, diabetes, or related fields is particularly relevant. Skills and Attributes • Clear, calm, and professional communicator, • Able to explain technical concepts simply, • Commercially sensible and well organised, • Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team, • Reliable and consistent, • Good IT skills (Windows, Office), • Full driving licence, • Able to pass eDBS checks, • Comfortable representing both in-house and partner-manufactured products and working constructively with suppliers, • Comfortable working in a small business environment where everyone contributes across a range of tasks, • Friendly, grounded, and enjoys working with clinical professionals What We Offer • Competitive salary and uncapped commission, • Company car or allowance, • Supportive, low-politics working environment, • Close involvement in product development, • Real influence on company direction, • Long-term career opportunity in a growing business Stowood is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Oxford College seeks a qualified accountant to join them in a broad role as College Accountant. Your new company Our client is an Oxford University college known for its open and welcoming community. The College supports a diverse and active academic environment across a wide range of disciplines, bringing together students, academic staff and professional services colleagues in support of its core academic mission. Your new role The College Accountant is the senior manager responsible for the College’s financial management and controls, including statutory and internal financial reporting; leadership and management of the finance team; compliance and risk management; and ensuring sound financial discipline, cost control and accountability across our operations. The Finance team, consisting of the College Accountant, the Financial Controller and three other colleagues, is responsible for all financial processing, reporting, analysis and support. The College relies on both philanthropic and commercial income, coupled with sound financial management, to balance its operating budget and fund its core academic activities. You will manage the effective delivery of all financial processing, controls, banking, cash flow, treasury, compliance, tax, reporting, risk management, planning, analysis and decision-support to a consistently high standard and lead the finance team in delivering the College’s core financial support activities. You will foster a culture of financial accountability and budgetary control across the organisation, support sound financial decision-making, rigour and ownership at all levels and drive improvements in the College’s financial performance, working with senior colleagues to identify opportunities to grow commercial income and margin, reduce costs, and improve the annual operating budget to release funds for strategic priorities and core charitable activities. You will also oversee the College’s insurance and the administration of its investments, equity loan capital, and joint equity housing. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant who is an effective senior finance manager with experience of statutory and internal financial reporting; planning and budgetary control; analysis and decision-support; and overseeing core financial processing and compliance activities. You will have a proven track record of partnering with senior managers to identify and deliver improvements in financial performance and be a positive, inquisitive and creative thinker who takes ownership of issues/opportunities and finds solutions to complex problems. Strong communication skills are essential, and you will be proficient in explaining financial concepts to non-financial managers and in presenting analysis/proposals to senior colleagues and committees. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity that offers a comprehensive and extensive benefits package including 40 days holiday, free meals when on site and a superb pension scheme. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4785097

Clinical Deputy Manager – Elderly Nursing Home Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary: £53,000 per annum Contracted Hours: 40 hours Qualification: RGN Required (Active NMC Pin) Compass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded elderly nursing home in the Oxford area, who are seeking an experienced Clinical Deputy Manager to join their leadership team. This well-established home provides nursing, dementia and residential care and has a strong reputation for high-quality, person-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity for an existing Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead looking to step into a supportive, supernumerary leadership role. The Role As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will: • Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day clinical and operational running of the home, • Lead, mentor and develop the nursing and care teams, • Ensure the home consistently delivers safe, effective and high-quality care, • Oversee clinical governance, audits, care planning and compliance, • Work closely as part of a multi-disciplinary team, • Act as a positive role model with a hands-on, supportive leadership style Candidate Requirements To be considered, you must have: • RGN qualification with an active NMC pin, • Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Deputy Manager (or equivalent Clinical Lead role), • Previous experience working within a nursing home environment, • Strong background in elderly and dementia nursing care, • A genuine passion for elderly care and clinical excellence, • Confident leadership, communication and organisational skills Interview Process • Stage 1: Interview with the Home Manager, • Stage 2: Formal interview with the Home Manager & Operations Manager Location & Commutability The home is based in the Oxford area and is easily commutable from Abingdon-on-Thames, Kidlington, Witney, Thame, Faringdon, Didcot, Yarnton, Banbury, Aylesbury, Bicester, Burford and Bampton. Recommendations Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultant for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £500 voucher of your choice or a charity donation for every successful candidate recommended by you. Contact If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity please contact Lily Bulbeck on 02393874321 or 07921588667. Or alternatively send an up to date CV to

Financial Controller - Permanent - £65,000-75,000 - Oxford Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation within Oxfordshire's higher education network. The purpose of the role is to own the finance function and present financial data to high level stakeholders including the organisation's founder and director. Your new role As the successful candidate, your responsibilities will include: • Provide senior level leadership in shaping financial strategy, demonstrating resilience, authenticity and strong engagement with colleagues., • Oversee accurate and efficient financial processing and reporting across the organisation and its subsidiaries., • Act as a trusted business partner to senior leaders and budget holders, ensuring they receive timely, reliable financial insight to support decision making., • Lead change initiatives, including the introduction and optimisation of financial systems and processes to improve efficiency and reporting timelines., • Develop policies that support income generation and long-term financial growth., • Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring effective, compliant and high-performing financial operations., • Deliver comprehensive financial, management and fund reporting in line with monthly and annual timetables, and present results to relevant stakeholders., • Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting cycle, ensuring variances are analysed and addressed., • Manage cashflow and working capital, providing accurate and timely forecasts to governance bodies., • Oversee the review, procurement, implementation and maintenance of financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy., • Maintain a complete financial procedures manual and ensure robust financial controls, including monthly balance sheet reconciliations., • Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and statutory requirements, including HMRC, Charity Commission and Companies House filings., • Maintain detailed fund reporting, including endowment, restricted and designated funds, ensuring correct categorisation of income., • Oversee financial management of capital projects and ensure accurate, compliant monthly payroll operations., • Prepare or review year-end financial statements and statutory returns, and act as primary contact for external auditors., • Support compliance and governance activities, including preparing guidance for financial reserve and trust related policies., • ACCA, CIMA or equivalent accountancy and finance qualification., • Strong background in financial control within group structures or charitable organisations, with deep knowledge of financial systems, ledgers and reporting., • Proven experience developing financial procedures and controls in collaboration with internal stakeholders., • Significant experience leading financial aspects of capital or infrastructure projects and managing system related change., • Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, able to communicate complex financial matters clearly at all organisational levels., • Strong relationship builder with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive organisational change., • £65,000-£75,000 annual salary, • Comprehensive benefits package through affiliation with the University, • Free lunches

FM Project Manager - Oxford Your new company We’re seeking a proven Project Manager to lead site delivery at a scientific laboratory in Oxford. You’ll take full ownership of the programme, quality, cost, and safety-driving the plan from tender through to handover. This is a hands-on leadership role: managing site teams and subcontractors, liaising closely with the client and designers, and ensuring the project is delivered on time, on budget, and to exacting standards. Your new role KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead and manage all site staff to achieve programme, quality, and safety objectives., • Drive project planning and sequencing; monitor and report against milestones., • Manage tenders and procurement from inception to completion., • Control and optimise labour, plant, and material resources., • Ensure full compliance with company procedures and site-specific protocols., • Champion Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements at all times., • Maintain high standards of workmanship and quality assurance on site., • Track progress, risks, and change; maintain robust project controls and records., • Deliver the programme and budget; implement corrective actions where required., • Manage and monitor subcontractor performance; chair regular subcontractor meetings., • Liaise proactively with the client, designers, and the wider project management team., • Chair and attend progress meetings; compile and present clear progress reports., • Produce and distribute accurate meeting minutes and action trackers., • Maintain contractual records and support commercial control, including cost management., • Identify and implement improvements and innovations to enhance delivery., • Positively represent and promote the company on site and with stakeholders., • Proven experience delivering complex construction projects as a Project Manager (live, technical, or regulated environments advantageous)., • Strong leadership of site teams and subcontractors with a collaborative, results-driven approach., • Excellent planning, programming, and progress control skills., • Solid commercial awareness with experience controlling costs, change, and risk., • Clear communicator | Confident chairing meetings and producing professional reports and minutes., • Thorough understanding of HSEQ management and compliance., • Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build trust and manage expectations., • SMSTS, • Black CSCS, • Relevant construction/engineering degree or equivalent experience., • First Aid at Work., • Competitive day rate dependent on experience., • Ongoing Training & Development., • Discounted Private Health Care Scheme. 4759084

Contracts Manager - Oxford Contracts ManagerLocation: Oxfordshire Salary: £72,000 - £82,000 + Car Allowance + Pension( DOE) Job Type: Permanent Specialism: Construction - Building Projects Industry: Construction Contracts Manager - Special Works A long-established regional contractor operating across Oxfordshire and the surrounding counties is seeking a Contracts Manager to join their growing and highly respected team. The business delivers a diverse portfolio of projects, including new-build, refurbishment, restoration, education, commercial, and specialist schemes, ranging from smaller refurbishment works through to complex multi-million-pound developments. Their capabilities span both design & build and high-quality refurbishment, with typical project values between £1 million and £6 million. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Contracts Manager or a Project Manager ready to step up into a more senior leadership role. The client is looking to interview in February or March, with an anticipated start date in March or April. As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for multiple live projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme, and to the high standards expected by clients and key stakeholders. This is a pivotal leadership role that spans the full project lifecycle-from early pre-construction involvement through to final handover. You will work closely with commercial teams, support project delivery staff, and maintain operational excellence across all schemes. Key Responsibilities • Oversee multiple construction projects (£1m-£6m) through the full lifecycle, • Lead pre-construction planning, including procurement, risk management, and programme development, • Ensure strong compliance in quality, safety, and contractual obligations, • Mentor and support Project Managers, Site Managers, and delivery teams, • Maintain excellent client and consultant relationships, • Monitor cost performance, forecasting, and commercial outcomes, • Promote a positive and collaborative project culture, • Uphold the contractor’s values around quality, professionalism, and delivery excellence What We’re Looking For • Experience as a Contracts Manager, or a Project Manager ready to progress, • Strong background in construction across sectors such as education, commercial, leisure, refurbishment or new-build - aligning with the company’s diverse portfolio, • Ability to manage multiple complex schemes concurrently, • Strong client-facing and leadership skills, • Commercially aware with experience in programme, contract and budget control, • Committed to quality, safety and continuous improvementPackage, • Salary: £72,000 - £82,000 (DOE), • Car allowance, • Pension scheme, • Performance-related bonus options, • Opportunities for long-term progression within a growing regional officeHow to ApplyIf you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell at Hays for a confidential discussion. # 4771970

CYP Manager / Paediatric Nurse Manager – Brand New Private Hospital Up to £50,000 per annum plus Bonus & Competitive Company Benefits Full-Time, Permanent, 40 Hours per Week Oxford, Oxfordshire Do you want to be a key part in the opening and success of a BRAND NEW and state-of-the-art hospital? Are you an experienced Lead Paediatric Nurse / Paediatric Sister or Paediatric Nurse Manager with strong leadership experience looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Compass Associates are proud to have exclusively partnered with Welbeck Health Partners for the opening of their brand-new hospital, boasting 12 specialties equipped with the latest technology and world-renowned consultants dedicated to delivering the best patient experience. Capitalising on the success of their London flagship hospital, their new site will offer a wide range of medical diagnostic and same-day minimally invasive services, including heart health, lung health, digestive health, ENT, endoscopy, and neurology. This is a very exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to help to shape a growing, but established healthcare organisation. Welbeck Health Partners was founded by leading healthcare specialists from the UK and USA who shared a clear vision: to deliver better care and redefine what a healthcare organisation can be. Welbeck’s unique partnership model empowers clinicians to share in the success of the group while fostering a collaborative environment. It provides a framework for consistent patient pathways, quality assurance across partners, and smooth cross-referrals between specialties. Joining Welbeck means becoming part of a growing network of high-quality clinics and world-leading healthcare professionals. Welbeck are committed to creating a supportive, values-driven environment where their people can thrive. The company invests in its people, providing ongoing professional development, clear career progression, and the resources needed to excel. If you’re looking to be part of a purpose-led organisation that is shaping the future of healthcare while fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and shared success, we’d love to hear from you. What is in it for you? • Salary up to £50,000 dependent on experience, • Free on-site parking, • Great work-life balance, • Professional registration paid for annually, • Personal Development Plan, • 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, • Private Medical Insurance, • Eye Care, • Annual Flu Vaccines, • Private Pension, • Season Ticket Loan / Cycle to Work Scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • AND a range of policies supporting health and wellbeing At present, we are in search for an experienced and motivated Children and Young People Manager to join the team and provide excellent clinical and managerial leadership for the delivery of and building of the Paediatric service. We are looking for a dynamic and committed individual to provide leadership to the paediatric team, helping build a safe, high-quality service providing excellent care to children, young people and their families. You will support the CYP development across the centre departments including paediatric competencies for all healthcare professionals involved in children and young people, including Theatre Practitioners and Day Case Nurses. This role will require oversight of clinical practice, resource management, clinician engagement, safe staffing provision and financial management, to ensure that the centre meets all regulatory requirements and safety standards. Responsibilities: • Deliver specialist clinical care to Children & Young People (CYP), including assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation., • Provide expert advice, education and emotional support to patients, families and carers., • Lead and develop nurse-led services, including surgical pre-assessment and support during investigations and procedures., • Recognise and manage clinical emergencies in collaboration with the medical team., • Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality, evidence-based care., • Develop, implement and audit service-specific policies, guidelines and quality improvement initiatives., • Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to families and colleagues., • Lead, mentor and support CYP nursing staff, acting as a professional role model., • Coordinate CYP nursing activity to ensure safe staffing levels and effective daily service delivery., • Contribute to recruitment, workforce planning and staff development., • Lead and participate in education, training and practice development programmes., • Contribute to service development in line with national standards and governance requirements., • Participate in quality assurance, audit, incident review and performance improvement (QAPI) processes., • Ensure compliance with professional standards, safeguarding requirements and regulatory frameworks (including NMC Code)., • Manage resources responsibly and contribute to financially sustainable service delivery. What can you bring? • Registered Paediatric Nurse with valid NMC Registration, • Right to Work in the UK, • Proven leadership experience in a senior nursing or clinical management role, • Able to demonstrate achievement & service development in a Band 6 setting, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, coach and develop others, • Excellent organisational skills, • Skills & knowledge in managing and supporting CYP patients and their families, • EPLS/APLS or willingness to undertake Recommendations We’re currently recruiting for a variety of management, clinical, and non-clinical roles across Oxford and Cambridge if this role isn’t for you, but you would be interested in exploring roles feel free to share your details. If you know someone who may be interested in this or other roles in a new private hospital, we offer a £500 voucher referral reward for every successful recommendation. Contact Details If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Rachel Smith direct on 02392 002 799. Alternatively, you can email an updated CV to

Field Care Supervisor Required in Thames Valley, Winsor, Berks, Maidenhead £28,000 per annum (depending on experience) including the on call This is an excellent opportunity develop your career in the care sector and become part of our amazing team! For this role, you must be experienced within the care sector and hold or be happy to work towards NVQ level 3. Working Hours between: Monday – Friday 09:00 -17:00pm with flexibility for some evening and weekends to undertake field based duties as required. Field Care Supervisors are also required to participate in the out-of-hours on-call as part of a rolling rota. Skills you should possess • Candidates must be passionate about caring and willing to develop their skills further, • You must be friendly, supportive and empathetic towards everyone that you work with and for., • Possess good IT skills and have a fantastic telephone manner, • Be able to Assess clients for individual needs and carry out risk assessments, • Be able to type up documents using a tablet and printer, • Reliable and flexible, • You must have excellent communications skills and the ability to build relationships with those we support and those around them, • Have strong leadership and communication skills, • Ability to be patient and keep calm under pressure, • Understanding of relevant legislation, • Must be a car driver Benefits working for All Care • Excellent pay rates, • Career development opportunities as well as NVQs in health and social care. (Level 2-3), • Paid training, • Refer a friend scheme, • Free uniforms, • Paid DBS check, • Ongoing support, • Working for a fantastic team within a company that invests in its employees #11697 Field Care Supervisor Required in Thames Valley, Winsor, Berks, Maidenhead £28,000 per annum (depending on experience) including the on call This is an excellent opportunity develop your career in the care sector and become part of our amazing team! For this role, you must be experienced within the care sector and hold or be happy to work towards NVQ level 3. Working Hours between: Monday – Friday 09:00 -17:00pm with flexibility for some evening and weekends to undertake field based duties as required. Field Care Supervisors are also required to participate in the out-of-hours on-call as part of a rolling rota. Skills you should possess • Candidates must be passionate about caring and willing to develop their skills further, • You must be friendly, supportive and empathetic towards everyone that you work with and for., • Possess good IT skills and have a fantastic telephone manner, • Be able to Assess clients for individual needs and carry out risk assessments, • Be able to type up documents using a tablet and printer, • Reliable and flexible, • You must have excellent communications skills and the ability to build relationships with those we support and those around them, • Have strong leadership and communication skills, • Ability to be patient and keep calm under pressure, • Understanding of relevant legislation, • Must be a car driver Benefits working for All Care • Excellent pay rates, • Career development opportunities as well as NVQs in health and social care. (Level 2-3), • Paid training, • Refer a friend scheme, • Free uniforms, • Paid DBS check, • Ongoing support, • Working for a fantastic team within a company that invests in its employees #11697

About the Job Senior Property Litigation Solicitor – Up to £105,000 salary - Negotiable on experience An Oxford Legal 500 practice with multiple offices is seeking a Senior Property Litigation Solicitor to help grow their Dispute Resolution department. You'll be advising and assisting clients in a wide range of disputes, but mostly concerning residential and commercial properties. Clients include high net worth individuals, property companies, private landowners, leaseholders and tenant associations. Should you be a Senior Property Litigator looking for a move in the market please get in contact for a confidential discussion. The Candidate • Senior Property Litigation Solicitor with at least 8 years PQE or equivalent, • Ability to work to targets, to prioritise and manage a varied caseload, • Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative, • Business Development and attend Networking Events for the firm, • Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail, • Excellent organisation and time-management skills The Benefits and How to Apply • Competitive basic salary plus bonus, • 28-32 days annual leave (dependent on starting level) plus bank holidays, • Flexible working, • Bonus Scheme(s), • Free Parking, • Company Pension, • Ongoing Training and Development, • Progression Opportunities, • Supportive working environment, • Free onsite parking, • Accessible to public transport (transport links to both train and bus routes) Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation. Contact Thomas Brown, Retained Consultant Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 Mobile: 07495 117 132

Position: Operational Trainer Location: C&C IRC - Campsfield House Immigration Removal Centre, Oxford Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours This is a brand new opportunity in our care & custody division here at Mitie! Their Training Team is a vital part of Learning and Development, supporting the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that all colleagues, are fully equipped to perform their roles and empowered to reach their full potential. Job objectives and responsibilities: • Oversee the completion of the Centre's Training Plan, including the delivery of ITCs, non-operational staff training, refreshers, and more., • Deliver training packages to new and experienced Care & Custody colleagues, both virtually and in person, embedding best practice, ensuring compliance with legislative and contractual requirements, and completing relevant assessments., • Create Train the Trainer programmes for Operational Coaches, Buddies, and Mentors., • Apply a range of training techniques tailored to diverse learning styles, neurodiversity, and individual needs., • Monitor delegate progress during training and provide constructive verbal and written feedback to support their development throughout foundational training., • Collaborate with the Training Support Team to maintain accurate records of individual training and assessments, including attendance tracking for recruitment, remuneration, and vetting purposes., • Conduct regular reviews of existing training materials and recommend updates to drive continuous improvement., • Assist the Training Manager in promoting training initiatives across the centre and Care & Custody, helping all staff reach their full potential., • Contribute to the design, development, review, and ongoing enhancement of bespoke Care & Custody learning packages, working closely with the Centre Training Manager, Regional Training Managers, and the wider Operational Training Team to ensure materials reflect current processes and policies. What we are looking for: • Minimum of 2 years' experience in a people-facing training role,, • Willingness to travel occasionally to other locations for training and development, including potential overnight stays,, • Proven experience using a variety of techniques to support training and development activities,, • Level 3 Education and Training or equivalent,, • Demonstrated ability to adapt behaviours, communication styles, and approaches to suit diverse audiences,, • Clear, confident, and effective written communication,, • Proficient in using Microsoft Office and related systems,, • Instructor qualifications in Use of Force (Control and Restraint [C&R], Home Office Manual for Escorting Safely [HOMES], or Spontaneous Protection Enabling an Accelerated Response [SPEAR]), First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, or Health & Safety are desirable but not required,, • You must be eligible for CTC clearance. You must hold a valid British passport or an EU passport with a share code. Additionally, you must have lived and worked in the UK for at least 3 years, without any extended trips overseas. Applicants must have no criminal convictions and must not be subject to any ongoing police investigations.