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Fancy a work-life balance that puts you in the drivers seat? At The Sofa Delivery Company, delivering moments that matter is what were all about. With our 4-on, 4-off shift pattern, 7am - 7pm, youll have plenty of time to relax, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work. As a Driver, youll be delighting customers at the final stage of their journey with us - creating that all-important lasting impre... ZIPC1_UKTJ

EOTAS Coordinator Support Provision. Coordinate Impact. Make a Difference. Rochester | Education & SEND Sector Are you an organised SEND professional or experienced administrator ready to take on a varied and impactful role? We're looking for an EOTAS Coordinator to support our growing EOTAS service, helping deliver high-quality alternative education packages for learners outside mainstream setting... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to help students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) thrive both academically and personally? We are currently seeking a committed and enthusiastic ASD Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive educational setting. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils by helping them build confidence, independence, communication skills, and positive learning experiences every day. The successful candidate will work closely with students with ASD who may also present with associated needs such as speech and language difficulties, sensory processing needs, anxiety, or social and emotional challenges. About the Role As an ASD Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students both inside and outside the classroom. You will help create a structured, nurturing, and engaging environment where pupils feel safe, understood, and encouraged to achieve their full potential. You may provide support on a 1:1 basis or work with small groups of students, adapting learning activities to meet individual needs and using autism-friendly approaches to encourage participation and progress. The role requires someone who is calm under pressure, proactive, adaptable, and able to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families. Key Responsibilities • Support students with ASD in accessing learning activities and the wider curriculum, • Provide 1:1 and small group interventions tailored to individual learning needs, • Encourage communication, engagement, and positive social interaction, • Assist students with emotional regulation and sensory needs using appropriate strategies, • Implement behaviour support plans and promote positive behaviour management techniques, • Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and external professionals, • Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment, • Adapt resources and activities to support different learning styles and abilities, • Support students during break times, educational visits, and enrichment activities where required, • Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff, • Promote independence, self-esteem, and confidence in all learners The Ideal Candidate Will Have • Experience working with children or young people with ASD, SEND, or additional learning needs (school-based or transferable experience), • A calm, patient, and compassionate nature, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • An understanding of autism and strategies that support communication and behaviour, • The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with students, • Good teamwork skills and a willingness to learn, • Flexibility, resilience, and a proactive attitude, • A genuine passion for supporting children and young people to succeed Desirable Experience Experience in any of the following areas would be advantageous: • SEND schools or mainstream school support, • Youth work or mentoring, • Mental health support, • Psychology or education-based studies However, full training and ongoing support will be provided for candidates who demonstrate the right attitude, passion, and commitment. What We Offer • A friendly and supportive working environment, • Opportunities for professional development and SEND training, • Valuable classroom-based experience, • The chance to positively impact the lives of children and young people every day This role would suit graduates, aspiring teachers, psychology students, experienced LSAs, support workers, or anyone looking to build a career within special educational needs and inclusive education. If you are dedicated to helping young people with autism overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team that truly makes a difference

We are currently seeking a HGV Class 2 Sweeper Driver to work on behalf of a well established local organisation based just outside of Chatham. You will be confident with good communication skills for this exciting new role. This is not a delivery driver role, it is working on essential services. Full training will be given on driving this vehicle which is a left hand drive. The successful candidate will have held their licence for a minimum of 1 year with no more than 6 penalty points on their licence for insurance purposes. You will hold a full CPC and Digital Tachograph. Hours of work are based around Monday to Friday,6:00am to 2:30pm. There is occasional overtime which is paid over 40 hours and weekends will be paid at an enhanced rate. This is a temporary role however there may be an opportunity for permanent employment for the right candidate, subject to performance, timekeeping and attitude

Civil Design Engineer | Water AMP 8 Contract: Long‑term, Outside IR35 Location: Chatham, Kent (Flexible Hybrid) Our client in water is seeking an experienced Civil Design Engineer to support the design and delivery of infrastructure and non‑infrastructure projects across a broad programme of work. This long‑term contract offers the opportunity to play a key role in developing, reviewing, and coordinating civil engineering designs within a fast‑paced, essential services environment. Hybrid working is available, with regular presence required at the Chatham office. Key Responsibilities Produce, review, and develop civil engineering designs for water and wastewater infraastructure Prepare design calculations, technical drawings, and specifications in line with industry and regulatory standards Support feasibility assessments, optioneering, and early‑stage technical input Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including process, mechanical, electrical, and delivery functions Ensure all designs consider buildability, cost efficiency, safety, and sustainability Manage and coordinate design documentation throughout the project lifecycle Provide technical support during construction, resolving design queries and responding to RFIs Assist in ensuring compliance with CDM, company policies, and water sector standards Contribute to continuous improvement of design methods and engineering processes Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Civil Design Engineer within the water, utilities, or infrastructure sector Strong proficiency in civil design tools such as AutoCAD, Civil3D, MicroDrainage (or similar) Sound understanding of water and wastewater infrastructure, pipelines, pumping stations, and associated civil assets Strong technical reporting and drawing production skills Experience in multidisciplinary project environments Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset Ability to work independently while engaging proactively with stakeholders If you’re a proactive and technically strong Civil Design Engineer seeking a long‑term Outside IR35 opportunity within the water sector, we’d love to hear from you

MECHANICAL PROJECT ENGINEER Location: South East England Contract Type: Permanent or Freelance / Contract Salary/Rate: Competitive salary or day rate (DOE) GRS are seeking a skilled Mechanical Project Engineer to work on high-value MEICA water projects across the South East. You'll join a Tier 1 contractor delivering key infrastructure upgrades for UK water authorities under major capital delivery programmes (e.g. AMP8). Responsibilities: Manage mechanical installation works across water treatment and pumping station projects Coordinate designs, site works, fabrication drawings, and subcontractors Ensure mechanical scopes are delivered on time, to spec, and within budget Interface with electrical and ICA teams to ensure integrated MEICA delivery Attend site inspections, FATs, commissioning, and handover activities Requirements: Mechanical engineering background with experience in water or wastewater environments Strong knowledge of pumps, valves, pipework systems, skids, and associated equipment Comfortable working on-site and coordinating between design and delivery teams Experience with NEC contracts and Tier 1 project delivery preferred SMSTS/CSCS and water hygiene desirable Benefits: Tier 1 contractor exposure and long-term project continuity Option of freelance contract (outside IR35 considered) OR permanent with progression Work across a variety of clean and wastewater infrastructure schemes GRS (Gearing Recruitment Solutions) operates across sectors including water treatment, wastewater, AMP projects, and energy distribution. Relevant industries: clean water, sludge treatment, pumping stations, chemical dosing, sewage, food processing, breweries, pharmaceutical, process engineering, power networks, HV/LV installations, renewables, solar, wind farms, energy storage systems, oil and gas, and petrochemicals