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Bring your heart. Share your humour. Change lives. Pay Rate: £12.60 per hour Make an impact. Feel valued. Be supported. We’re looking for Support Workers to join our vibrant team in Ilminster. This is a full-time role with shift patterns that include: • 14-hour shifts, • Day shifts, • Sleep-ins required, • Weekend work is essential At Lifeways, we don’t just support people—we empower them to live life their way. We’re the UK’s largest supported living provider, proudly supporting communities since 1995. Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, we’ll give you the training, tools, and team support to thrive. Because when you feel valued and supported, you’re empowered to make a real impact—every single day. We believe great support starts with great people. That’s why we offer: • £12.60 per hour, • £200 Referral Bonus – Bring a friend, get rewarded, • 3% Employer Pension Contribution, • Free DBS Check, • Lifeways Rewards – Cashback and discounts at major retailers, cinemas, theme parks, holidays and more, • Gym Discounts – Save up to £192 a year, • New! 10% Off at B&Q – Because your home deserves care too, • Blue Light Card Eligibility – Discounts on food, shopping, travel, and days out, • Cycle to Work Scheme – Save up to £1,000, • Eye Care & Health Cash Plans – Claim back costs for dental, optical, therapy and more, • Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support and advice, • 8 Paid Training Days Per Year, • Access to funded qualifications and apprenticeships You’ll be supporting two sociable residents with complex health needs. They love getting out and about, so you’ll be joining them for: • Shopping trips, • Days out in the community, • Medication and health monitoring, • Financial and dietary needs You might be: • A Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant, • Patient, empathetic, and reliable, • A great communicator with a sense of humour, • Calm under pressure and happy to go with the flow LWGAK

Job summary This is a critical high impact leadership role within the UK Hydrographic Office’s (UKHO) Technology Senior Leadership Team (SLT), reporting directly to our newly appointed Chief Digital and Technology Officer (CDTO). It is an exciting time for the UKHO’s Technology Division, with around 250 colleagues working with strategic partners to deliver our digital and organisational strategic objectives. The division plays a central role in delivering the UKHO’s vision for 2034, with a complex technology estate and a strong focus on service, delivery and innovation. The leadership role will ensure operational excellence, service readiness, continuous improvement and importantly, alignment with our strategic objectives and our vision for 2034. This role is accountable for delivering high-quality, customer-focused IT services across the UKHO including service desk operations, corporate IT services (1st and 2nd line), incident and problem management, change control, service performance monitoring, contract management and business relationship management. This role requires close engagement with the Executive Leadership Team, senior colleagues within the UKHO and key stakeholders within the Ministry of Defence and external partners. This leadership role will act as a role model to create a high performing, service driven and customer centric division. in addition to role role modelling leadership behaviours and the UKHO’s cultural and organisational values, ‘The UKHO way’. For further information, please check Senior Technology roles at the UKHO Hybrid working This senior leadership role can be worked on a hybrid basis, which is an informal, non-contractual and voluntary arrangement, blending a balance between working at the Taunton office at least 3 days a week with working from home. Job description • Lead and manage the IT Operations Department, ensuring SLA compliance and service continuity for a technology estate that is highly complex and includes significant proportion of legacy (technical debt)., • Own and oversee incidents and problem management, departmental business continuity & resilience and change management processes., • Design and deliver service improvement initiatives and performance reporting to enable data driven decisions to achieve service excellence., • Manage vendor relationships and contracts for IT services., • Collaborate with stakeholders to align IT services with business needs., • Lead, coach, and develop the IT Operations team to drive a high performing, continuous improvement, customer centric mindset and culture., • Highly engaging, service driven and able to build trust and lead at a senior level within a complex and technology driven organisation., • Proven operational and service excellence leadership including IT service management., • Proven experience of turnaround performance and service delivery and excellence., • Experience with service desk tools monitoring platforms and reporting dashboards., • ITL V4., • Seeing the Big Picture, • Changing and Improving, • Making Effective Decisions At the UK Hydrographic Office, it's very important to us that our people feel valued. We offer a huge range of benefits such as training and development, well-being support, flexible/ homeworking, a fantastic state of the art building, high spec equipment, and so much more. See our attached Candidate Information Pack for more details. Things you need to knowSelection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. How to Apply: When you click "Apply Now" at the bottom of this page, you will be required to attach your CV and asked for 750 word supporting statement demonstrating the criteria below. Artificial Intelligence: Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Timeline: Advert Closes for applications: Friday 12th of December 2025 Shortlisting: week commencing: Monday 15th of December 2025 Interviews - 3 stages to the interview process Week commencing: Monday 19th of January 2026 1. Fireside chat, 2. Colleague Engagement Session, 3. Panel interview including 15 minute presentation We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates change. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates. Pre-sift Criteria: • Please read the Civil Service Nationality rules - are you eligible to work in a reserved post? Sift/Shortlist Criteria: All applications are processed anonymously. You will be short-listed against the following criteria: Experience: • Proven leadership experience in IT service management, operating at a senior level within a complex and technology driven organisation., • Proven experience of turnaround performance and service delivery. Lead criteria will be used in the event of a large volumes of applications and in the event of tie-breaks in scoring. The lead criteria is: Proven leadership experience in IT Service management and operational excellence, operating at senior levels within a complex and technology driven organisation. Interview Criteria: You will be interviewed against the following criteria: Experience: • Proven leadership experience in IT service management, operating at a senior level within a complex and technology driven organisation., • Proven experience of turnaround performance and service delivery., • Experience with service desk tools monitoring platforms and reporting dashboards., • Achieving a high performing, custom centric, service driven organisation., • Seeing the Big Picture, • Changing and Improving, • Making Effective Decisions Interview Process: • A ‘fireside chat’ which is an informal opportunity for candidates to meet with Alex Bowen, CDTO, to ask any questions about the organisation and role. This isn’t scored and the content will not contribute to the overall merit order., • Colleague Engagement Session. This will involve a panel of colleagues of varying grades from throughout the organisation (including the Technology Division). This session will be observed and scored., • A panel interview comprising the hiring manager, Alex Bowen and 2 members of the UKHO Senior Leadership Team. This will include competency based questions around the success profiles behaviours, described below. You will also be asked to prepare and deliver a 15 minute presentation, the topic for this will be provided following shortlisting. We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates change. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates. Onboarding Checks: In the event you are offered a role with us, you will be required to go through Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks which will include Employment and Right to Work Checks. Security Clearance (SC) will need to be obtained prior to the role commencing. You will also need to apply for Developed Vetting (DV) which can be completed while working for us but the offer will remain conditional until DV is gained. Please see our attached Candidate Pack for further details and Terms. Please note, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship. Residency Requirements: DV – reserved This is a Ministry of Defence reserved post and open to sole UK nationals only. Successful applicants will require Developed Vetting (DV) and therefore need to have resided in the UK for a minimum of 24 consecutive months within the last 10 years.

Lead with compassion, care through the night make a real impact at Langley! Langley Trust is seeking a committed and creative Care Team Leader Nights to join our supportive team in our flag ship care home in Taunton . This is a full-time, permanent position offering 40 hours per week and a competitive salary of £31,588 per annum plus a 10% location market premium of £3,158 per annum. In this leadership role, you'll guide and support a dedicated care team, ensuring high-quality, client-focused care throughout the night. If you're organised, empathetic, and an excellent communicator with a passion for making a difference, wed love to hear from you. REWARDS PACKAGE Up to 30 days annual leave (after 2 years service) plus bank holidays Pension scheme, matched up to 8% Life Assurance up to 3 times your salary Flexible benefits package, including Holiday Trading and Cycle Scheme - can be tailored to meet your individual needs SmartHealth free online GP service 24/7. Eyecare and Flu vaccine vouchers Access to private holiday home getaway in Torquay Wellbeing Support our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling and legal advice Funded Health Cash Plan Menopause support Enhanced Maternity Pay Access to Blue Light Card discounts KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assisting the on-site management team in supervising all care staff and monitoring the care given to our clients.Spend time with clients and monitor service standards. Conduct regular key working sessions with allocated clients and enable them to participate fully in the life of the service, including clients meetings.Helping clients achieve the aims of their support plan. To maintain a clear and calm manner whilst managing client risk through assessment, planning, client knowledge and de-escalation as required. Helping induct, train, and supervise colleagues and junior members of staff in all aspects of their work in the Home. Writing, updating, and maintaining clients' Care Plans Completion of documentation, referrals and returns where necessary Liaising with necessary internal / external stakeholders, specialist and agencies keeping them up to date with progress of applications / referrals. Please copy and paste this link into your browserto view the full job description. If you want to join our team as our Care Team Leader please apply now as we would love to hear from you. Closing date: 19 th December 2025 We reserve the right to close earlier if we receive sufficient applicants. A satisfactory Enhanced DBS with Adult barred list check is required for this role and job offers will be subject to the Trust receiving satisfactory evidence of the successful applicants right to work in the UK. This role is eligible for consideration under the Employee Referral Scheme. For further information around the referring principals and scope, please consult the Employee Referral Scheme Guide. TPBN1_UKTJ

KIND REMINDER THIS ROLE IS ON SITE 5 DAYS A WEEK IN TAUNTON Network Management Centre Engineer - SC Cleared (On-Site) Location: On-site, UK Rate: Competitive Day Rate We're looking for an SC-cleared Network Management Centre Engineer to join a busy, high-performing operations environment. This role is fully on-site, supporting critical national infrastructure - ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, technical setting. You don't need to be an expert in every technology listed, but you should be a confident troubleshooter who can diagnose issues quickly and keep the network performing at its best. You'll be working across: Cisco IP networks (SolarWinds monitoring) Fortinet firewalls Infinera/Nokia DWDM networks OTN / MPLS SDH / PDH Microwave radio networks Requirements: Active SC Clearance (essential) Strong troubleshooting ability Experience in a NOC/NMC or similar operational environment Clear communication and problem-solving skills If you hold active SC clearance and are looking for your next on-site contract opportunity, please get in touch or apply directly for more details. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKTJ

Sales Consultant Safestyle, a trusted household brand in the UK for over 30 years, is now seeking ambitious and results-driven self employed sales professionals to join our dynamic and friendly team. As a field sales consultant you will start your Safestyle journey with a fantastic market leading sales induction that will equip you with extensive knowledge of our business and products, ensuring you provide our customers with the best-in-class experience. Additionally, we offer pre-qualified leads and a first-class sales training course with ongoing support to help you continuously improve and achieve success. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why this role offers flexibility and the opportunity to manage your own schedule. We are certain, if you have exceptional communication skills, confidence, enthusiasm and the wow factor you'll have what it takes to succeed in this self-employed role with uncapped earning potential! We require all candidates to have a valid UK driving licence and their own vehicle, as this is a field-based role that involves travel to customer appointments. Apply Now! Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Companys value of Succeed Together we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the best person for the job regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees. TPBN1_UKTJ

We're looking for a Project Manager to join our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks team based in Bridgwater. The post is established in support of the KierBAM Joint Venture, managing the works for Envelope, Fit Out and MEP works in AB2. These works are critical to achieve for the power plant as the commissioning of these structures is linked to the plant flue delivery and final site commissioning. Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset - some remote working available, with regular travel to the office required Hours: 45 hours per week – flexible start and finish times We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. Responsibilities As a Project Manager, you'll be working within the KierBAM JV Nuclear team, supporting them in the management of the task order for Envelope, Fit Out and MEP for the Ancillary Buildings Phase 2 (AB2) for Hinkley Point C. . Your day to day will include: • Lead the safe and successful delivery of cladding, roofing, fit-out, and MEP packages, ensuring quality, programme, cost, and safety targets are met in line with Kier and Joint Venture standards, • Manage the delivery programme and coordinate internal and subcontractor activities, identifying risks early and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain key milestones, • Oversee commercial performance by monitoring budgets, managing change, and ensuring contract compliance with variations and compensation events, • Ensure quality and safety standards are upheld through effective team leadership, implementation of SHE systems, and continuous improvement initiatives, • Act as the main client interface, managing stakeholder communication, reporting on project metrics, and promoting an inclusive, supportive team culture What are we looking for? This role of Project Manager is great for you if: • Proven leadership in delivering large, complex construction and building envelope projects safely, on time, and within budget, with direct accountability for programme, cost, and quality, • Strong understanding of NEC3/NEC4 contracts and commercial processes, including change control, early warnings, and cost forecasting in collaboration with commercial teams, • Skilled in managing multidisciplinary teams and stakeholder interfaces across design, delivery, and commissioning, with a focus on collaboration, communication, and safety excellence, • Deep technical knowledge of cladding, roofing, fit-out, and MEP disciplines, driving innovation, continuous improvement, and quality through all project phases, • Qualifications, • SMSTS and CSCS (Managerial), • NEC3/NEC4 training or practical experience, • IOSH/NEBOSH or equivalent safety qualification Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. ___. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. ___. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role and the nature of the work at this site, you will be required to complete a Government Security BPSS, which takes place before your employment, and is conducted by the Cabinet Office's United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) agency who set out a pre-requisite criteria including residency history. (Applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us - to read more about our programme to support people with convictions into employment, visit ___). This role will also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier

Job Title: Associate Practitioner - Blood Sciences Location: Lisieux Way, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2LB Salary: Band 4 - £16,491 - £18,097.20 + on-costs + £900 Wellbeing Allowance Job Type: Permanent, Part Time Hours: 22.5hrs a week SYNLAB UK & Ireland have extensive experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures - including Southwest Pathology Services (SPS). Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare within Somerset for 10 years and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Band 4 Associate Practitioner, specialising in Blood Sciences to support the leadership of Southwest Pathology Services at our HUB Laboratory site in Lisieux Way, Taunton, TA1 2LB. Our Laboratory holds ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and is an HCPC approved training laboratory. Responsibilities: Rotate through all areas of the laboratories as required and maintain high professional standards. Perform Biomedical investigations, within operating procedures and protocols, to provide within agreed quality standards of service delivery and turnaround times under the supervision of senior grade BMS grade staff. Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory. Provide supervision, training and professional leadership to junior staff which includes monitoring their performance against laboratory standards and their training plans. What we're looking for: Relevant NVQ Level 3 with applied theoretical knowledge, training to Level 4 diploma or equivalent desirable. Working knowledge of Biomedical techniques and practices. Knowledge of computer applications and LIMS including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Statistical Packages. Good problem-solving and communication skills, along with the adaptability to change Good developed interpersonal and team working abilities. Ability to analyse and technically interpret test results. Additional Information: At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. We offer a Wellbeing Allowance worth up to £1500 per annum for our esteemed team members working in Band 2 - 6 roles. SPS maintains a comprehensive training budget designed to support the career development of all staff members. This investment ensures that employees have access to the necessary resources and opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge and advance their professional growth. About Us: SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to deliver comprehensive pathology services. We thrive in diverse environments, which is mirrored in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities, and partners. We believe that an inclusive workplace culture is essential for attracting and retaining talented individuals, and for building a sustainable, high-performing workforce. Our staff are crucial to our mission of making a positive impact on healthcare. We foster a culture of continuous personal development, providing scientists and staff with the support and resources needed to acquire new skills and advance their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching, and clear career pathways. We encourage an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models, facilitate two-way communication, engage transparently with staff and stakeholders, and actively seek feedback and suggestions. Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion. SYNLAB UK & Ireland is committed to equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate based on any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Associate Practitioner, Junior Practitioner, Blood Sciences Graduate, Blood Sciences Specialist, Laboratory Associate Practitioner - Blood Sciences, may also be considered for this role. TPBN1_UKTJ