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* * SALARY: From £56,816 pa dependent on experience LOCATION: Milton Keynes HYBRID WORKING: Our current hybrid working policy requires a minimum of 60% of working time to be based in the Milton Keynes office however flexibility is expected to meet the needs of the business and the role. HOURS / CONTRACT TYPE: Full time, permanent CLOSING DATE: 03/04/26 We reserve the right to close the advert earlier If we receive a high volume of applications. We’re looking for an RPA Development Manager to lead the design, development and optimisation of our Robotic Process Automation solutions, ensuring we maximise automation opportunities across the organisation. The purpose of this role is to drive efficiency, improve accuracy and enable teams to focus on higher‑value activity by delivering scalable, reliable and compliant automation workflows. This high‑impact and specialist role will be instrumental in shaping our automation strategy, overseeing end‑to‑end RPA delivery and ensuring that automated solutions are robust, secure and aligned to business objectives. The RPA Development Manager will add value by translating operational challenges into automated solutions, driving continuous improvement, reducing manual effort, and ensuring measurable benefits across the organisation. What you’ll be doing: • Develop and deliver the RPA strategy and roadmap, including the governance and optimisation of both UiPath and Power Platform technologies and incorporating emerging automation capabilities to drive efficiencies across VWFS., • Lead, motivate, and support the RPA development team to ensure the effective implementation of new RPA processes that enable continuous improvement across the business., • Engage and influence senior stakeholders, including IT SLT and BoM members, by clearly communicating the vision, opportunities and business value of RPA, fostering shared understanding and commitment to automation adoption., • Work collaboratively with the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) and business stakeholders to maintain visibility of priorities and effectively manage RPA demand., • Ensure all automations are developed and delivered in line with agreed architectural principles, technical governance and the broader Application Strategy., • Provide technical oversight of bots and automated solutions to ensure accuracy, efficiency, reliability and compliance with operational requirements., • Collaborate with VWFS Headquarters and global subsidiaries on the delivery and release of changes, proactively managing dependencies, risks and constraints that may impact RPA platforms or integrated systems., • Lead the team in identifying, managing and resolving IT issues that may pose risks to stability or performance, including those arising from third‑party upgrades or platform changes. What you’ll bring: You’ll be a forward‑thinking and strategically minded automation leader, with the ability to influence technical and non‑technical stakeholders at all levels. You’ll bring deep experience in RPA development and delivery, alongside the ability to shape an automation vision that drives meaningful business value. You’ll have a passion for designing robust, scalable automated solutions; a focus on efficiency, quality, continuous improvement and a delivery mindset that ensures RPA initiatives are executed with clarity, pace and strong governance. Essential experience & skills • Experience working with RPA technologies, specifically UiPath and Microsoft Power Platform., • Strong commercial IT experience with a solid understanding of programming concepts; ideally with hands‑on development experience in any coding language, preferably .NET., • A good understanding of development methodologies and the full development lifecycle, with experience of both PRINCE2 Waterfall and Agile approaches (including Scrum and Kanban)., • Demonstrable experience in business analysis, benefits realisation, and translating business needs into effective automated solutions., • Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and motivate a team to deliver high‑quality outcomes. Bonus: Discretionary 10% on-target bonus (based on personal and Group company performance) Pension: Employer pension contribution of 9% (based on employee contribution of 3%). VWFS will pay 6% if employee chooses a 2% employee contribution. Car schemes*: Choice of Employee Car Ownership (ECO) scheme for petrol/diesel and hybrid vehicles plus car insurance. OR Company Car scheme for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) plus car insurance cover for you and a partner/eligible family member. Other benefits: From day 1 we provide income protection, life assurance (4x salary), retail discount vouchers , access to Care Concierge (a service to support carers of adults), along with other salary sacrifice options including a will writing service and cycle to work (subject to scheme restrictions). Following successful completion of probation, you will have access to private medical insurance for you (with the option to buy additional family cover), access to our loan car scheme for up to 2 cars for your partner or eligible family members (subject to scheme restrictions) and during our annual benefit window you can purchase critical illness cover and dental cover , so you can select the benefits that matter to you. We invest in our people and are passionate about driving development. You’ll have access to LinkedIn Learning via our Degreed platform as well as a host of professional development programmes and opportunities to build your technical and soft skills so you can further develop your career. We also offer mentoring schemes and reciprocal partnerships recognising that we can all learn from each other in the flow of work. * * * Why join VWFS UK? You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference by helping us to achieve our mission. Our mission is straight forward; we want to be 'The Key to Mobility'. That means we make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers. No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! VWFS is proud to be an inclusive employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion isn’t just a statement for us, we encourage and aspire for all our colleagues to be their 100% self. If you need any reasonable adjustments to assist you with the application and/or recruitment processes, please contact our Resourcing Team.

Job Description The role of Employment Specialist is to deliver a programme, providing person-centred employment support to individuals with health conditions, disabilities, and complex barriers to work. \n Using a Supported Employment model (IPS or SEQF), the role holder will enable participants to explore, gain, and sustain competitive paid employment. The role will involve partnership working with Jobcentre Plus, local employers, NHS and social care services, refugee organisations, and wider community stakeholders, to create pathways into work and deliver ongoing support to ensure job retention and sustainable outcomes \n The post holder will be expected to work with a caseload of 20 – 25 individuals with health conditions, disabilities, and complex barriers to work defined as wishing to gain competitive (paid) employment. The post will involve working in more than one location, travel will be required, and it is therefore essential that the role holder can travel independently within the contract defined region. It may be necessary on occasion for the post holder to work outside of standard office hours. \n Person Specification: \n Knowledge \n Essential: \n \n A relevant Level 4 qualification (e.g., in Information, Advice and Guidance; Health and Social Care; Supported Employment) OR equivalent, substantial experience in a related field. \n A comprehensive understanding of the systemic and personal barriers faced by individuals with health conditions, disabilities, and refugee backgrounds in accessing and sustaining employment. \n Labour Market Intelligence: In-depth knowledge of the local and regional labour markets, including growth sectors, employer needs, and available training opportunities \n\n \n Desirable: \n \n Understanding of Supported Employment either Individual Placement Support (IPS) principles and fidelity standards or Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) \n Degree level qualification in a relevant field \n Knowledge of safeguarding frameworks and responsibilities \n\n \n Experience \n Essential: \n \n Demonstrable experience managing a caseload of individuals with complex needs and multiple barriers, guiding them to achieve sustainable employment outcomes \n Experience using coaching or motivational interviewing techniques \n Proven ability to engage and influence employers to create employment opportunities \n Experience working to and achieving outcome targets \n\n \n Desirable: \n \n Previous Supported Employment experience or Supported Employment trained \n Sales, recruitment, or account management experience \n Direct or indirect experience of supporting those with disabilities, health conditions or complex barriers to employment \n\n \n A full list of job objectives can be found in the job description. \n \n Deadline for applications: midnight Monday 06 April (Please note, we reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received). \n \n How to apply: To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are required to complete and submit a fully completed application form through our website. \n Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. \n This role will require the successful candidate to go through an enhanced DBS check. \n Salary & Benefits \n £28,925.00 per annum \n Benefits include: \n \n 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rota) \n 2 days of paid volunteering per year (pro rota) \n Matched Pension Scheme \n Life Assurance \n Discounted gym memberships \n Health care cash plan \n Retail discounts \n Cycle to work scheme. \n Wellbeing App \n Access to training portal to help support your own CPD \n\n Edt is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults whom we work with and come into contact with around the world. All applicants are subject to thorough screening and successful candidates are subject to the relevant level of criminal record checks with national police authorities or the UK’s Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will be at minimum a basic DBS check. \n Edt is a proud Disability Confident Leader. We take practical steps to ensure that disability inclusion is not only part of our values but part of our everyday actions. We are committed to creating a working environment where disabled employees are supported, valued, and empowered to thrive in their role. If you are disabled or require specific adjustments during the application process, please do let us know how we can support you.

Deputy Quality Assurance Manager Annual Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 Location: Sunderland Job Type: Full-timeJoin our team as a Deputy Quality Assurance Manager and play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our Food Safety & Quality Management Systems. Day-to-day of the role: Suppo

Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist (Full-Time, Permanent). What is a Supplier Quality Assurance Specialist at our client?. Internally, this role is titled Supplier Quality Technologist.

Help raise the overall standard of quality engineering within the organisation. We are looking for an experienced Senior QA Engineer to help strengthen quality across our products and platform while enabling faster and safer delivery. Participating actively in refinement, planning and retrospectives

ABOUT YOU We are seeking someone who has deep knowledge and experience of brand standards within an international QSR Brand.To be considered for this opportunity, you must have experience in restaurant management or auditing.Required skills and experience: Experience in restaurant management or QS

The Regional Quality Assurance Specialists are responsible to the Quality Assurance function of SPS. The Specialist Pharmacy Service (SPS) National Quality Assurance (QA) Service supports the principles of medicines optimisation by the development and championing of best practice and by ensuring con

The Regional Quality Assurance Specialists are responsible to the Quality Assurance function of SPS. The Specialist Pharmacy Service (SPS) National Quality Assurance (QA) Service supports the principles of medicines optimisation by the development and championing of best practice and by ensuring con

A leading pharmaceutical company in Greater London is looking for a Quality Manager to maintain and support its Quality Management System in compliance with GMP requirements. This position offers a great opportunity to enhance quality assurance processes within the organization.

The role involves carrying out quality assurance activities, maintaining relationships with centers, and planning assurance activities. A leading educational organization is seeking an External Quality Assurer in Newcastle upon Tyne.

An educational institution is looking for an Internal Quality Assurer in Beauty Therapy to oversee quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with standards. The position supports high-quality learner outcomes and focuses on vocational education standards.

A data management company in Greater London is seeking a detail-oriented Data Entry Clerk to ensure the accuracy and integrity of data systems.This role involves inputting and verifying data, maintaining confidentiality, and collaborating with departments to resolve issues.The ideal candidate has st

A leading Financial Planning firm in the UK is seeking a Business / Quality Assessor to ensure compliance in Financial Advice cases.

Join our team as a Deputy Quality Assurance Manager and play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our Food Safety & Quality Management Systems. Deputy Quality Assurance Manager. Support the management and coordination of the Food Safety & Quality Management System (FSQMS).

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer at their Heathrow office. This full-time role supports compliance with ISO 9001:2015, conducting audits, advising teams, and ensuring the quality management processes for infrastructure projects. Candidates should have an HNC in a

A renowned educational institution in Greater London is seeking an experienced professional for a part-time role focused on quality assurance support within the Business School. Candidates must demonstrate relevant expertise in quality assurance processes and education standards. The position involv

A biopharmaceutical organization in Greater London is seeking a QA Officer to maintain the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with MHRA and GDP regulations. This position is critical to uphold quality and compliance standards within the company.

Provide quality guidance across teams and support cross-functional projects. Promote a strong quality and continuous improvement culture. Experience with quality systems, risk management, and compliance.

Student Support Trainer – Make a Real Difference Every Day.Bring your genuine, friendly nature to a role where you’ll help students grow in confidence, self-belief, and motivation.As a Support Assistant, you’ll work closely with our team to identify learners who may benefit from extra one-to-

Quality Improvement and Regulation Managers support the Lead Quality Improvement and Regulation Managers, the Director of Nursing and Deputy Director of Regulation and Quality Improvement to achieve Barchester's business objectives in attaining regulatory compliance, and driving continuous quality i

Children's Support Worker - Flexible Hours.Ideal for Current Agency Staff | Make a Real Difference.Excellence Through Understanding.We're committed to transforming the lives of children and young people through compassionate, trauma-informed care.Our mission is to offer holistic support and a nurtur

Act as the technical lead for quality-related issues across the site. Provide hands-on support in resolving product and process quality challenges. Experience with quality systems, audits, and compliance standards.

Are you a Quality Manager looking to join one of the largest food manufacturers in the UK, offering a role with complete autonomy giving you the opportunity to make your mark within an industry leading business?. Working alongside a team of 3 Quality Managers, you will be overseeing a team of 90+ pr

Temporary / Ongoing Opportunities.Job Title: Support Worker - Children & Young People Location: Buckinghamshire Job Type: Temporary / Ongoing Opportunities Pay Rate: From £15.We are currently recruiting experienced Support Workers to work with children and young people across Buckinghamshire in

We are seeking relief staff for our new Tameside Extra Care Service in Hattersley – a modern, 91-apartment complex providing independent living support for older adults with extra care needs.We’re looking to expand our friendly and experienced team with dedicated, warm and hardworking individual

Collaborate closely with the Quality team and company stakeholders to establish, monitor, and implement the Quality Management Systems (QMS) and contractual/legal governance such as PED 2014/68/EU. By working in cross functionally with a dedicated team, the Quality Engineer serves as a driving force

At Paragon Social Care, our mission is to support vulnerable and challenging children and young people who are in the care of the council, especially those transitioning between longer-term placements.In these crucial moments, we provide wrap-around, 24/7 support packages tailored to each individual

Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Behaviour Support Workers). Specialist training (including child development and trauma-informed care).

Are you keen on making a difference in the lives of Young people?.At Paragon Social Care, we're looking for compassionate and resilient Children's Support Workers to join our team.Our vision is simple but powerful: "Excellence Through Understanding.We provide 24/7 wraparound sup

Client Group: 16 – 25 Years mixed.Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for Casual Housing Support Workers to work in the Durham area on an ongoing basis.The Housing Support Worker will play an integral role in tackling homelessness in the area and will assist in providing an environment wher

Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of learning disability and mental health care needs.We are currently looking to add Relief Support Workers to our friendly teams in and around Leicester, Leicestershire.In Lei

Client Group: 16 – 25 Years mixed.Hours: Days Various Hours - Between 7.Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for Casual Housing Support Workers to work in the Durham area on an ongoing basis.The Housing Support Worker will play an integral role in tackling homelessness in the area and will a

We offer high-quality, specialist care to some of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable children in society.

Client Group: 16 – 25 Years mixed.Hours: Days - Various Hours between 7.Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for Casual Housing Support Workers to work in the Wallsend area on an ongoing basis.The Housing Support Worker will play an integral role in tackling homelessness in the area and will

We are looking for calm, resourceful and energetic individuals who are motivated, hardworking, and passionate to join our team at Swanway, our independent Supported Living Service in Gateshead.Swanway houses individuals who have a learning disability and other support needs (e.The service consists o

Client Group: 16 – 25 Years mixed.Hours: Waking Nights - Various hours From 8pm - 8am.Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for Casual Housing Support Workers to work in the Whitley Bay area on an ongoing basis.The Housing Support Worker will play an integral role in tackling homelessness in

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated team at Swanway, our independent Supported Living Service in Gateshead.Swanway houses individuals who have a learning disability and other support needs (e.The service consists of 12 apartments and a shared out

Childrens Support Worker Location: Essex Settings: Childrens Residential Homes Pay: From GBP15.Shifts: Long days & waking nights available About the Role We are recruiting Childrens Support Workers to work across different childrens residential homes across Essex.You will be supporting vulnerabl

A strong commitment to high-quality care and our core values.

Social worker to cover vacant post in Kingston council required at £26/hr, Monday to Friday months experience essential.Support workers also required at £13-£16/hour for Kingston council for ad hoc shifts.

Client Group: 16 – 25 Years mixed.Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for Casual Housing Support Workers to work in the Durham area on an ongoing basis.The Housing Support Worker will play an integral role in tackling homelessness in the area and will assist in providing an environment wher

Client Group: 16 – 25 Years mixed.Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for Casual Housing Support Workers to work in the Durham area on an ongoing basis.The Housing Support Worker will play an integral role in tackling homelessness in the area and will assist in providing an environment wher

We design and manufacture advanced electro-mechanical systems for the defence industry, delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to customers worldwide. You will work across design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to improve processes, resolve issues, and maintain our Quality Management S