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Use Your Power for Purpose Every day, Pfizer’s unwavering commitment to quality ensures the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our science and risk-based compliant quality culture is both flexible and innovative, always putting the patient first. Whether you are involved in development, maintenance, compliance, or research analysis, your contribution directly impacts patients. As a member of Pfizer’s dedicated and highly effective Pharmaceutical Sciences Operations Quality (PSOQ) team, you will evaluate and review Pfizer’s investigational products by acting as a Qualified Person (QP) in accordance with The Human Medicines Regulations 2012 (SI 2012/1916) and The Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004 (SI 2004/1031) as amended. How You Will Achieve It As a QP within PSOQ, the primary job function will be the QP certification and release of Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) for use in clinical trials in accordance with UK legislation. Duties are expected to include the following: * QP certification of finished IMPs (release for clinical use in a specific study and country) in accordance with The Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004 (as amended). * QP confirmation of partially manufactured IMPs (release for further processing) in accordance with the principles and guidelines of good manufacturing practice (GMP). * Maintain detailed knowledge of relevant pharmaceutical legislation and GMP guidelines and their application in R&D and commercial environments. Use this knowledge to educate Pharmaceutical Sciences colleagues and to act as a consultant in the development of the pharmaceutical quality system. * Maintain knowledge of the relevant manufacturing processes, supply chains and quality control tests for Pfizer IMPs considering technical and scientific progress and development of the pharmaceutical quality system. * Provide consultation and technical support to PSOQ teams to help ensure the effective delivery of a risk-based pharmaceutical quality system meeting regulatory requirements, GMP expectations and company standards. * Lead and participate in deviations and investigations including root cause analysis. Escalate and/ or cascade technical/ quality issues to management and partner lines. Support related regulatory authority interactions as required. * Collaborate with the other global PSOQ teams to provide effective support for the partner lines across the Pharmaceutical Sciences network. Provide subject matter expertise representing QPs at cross-functional forums and/ or projects as endorsed by PSOQ leadership. * Provide leadership, guidance and advice to PSOQ teams and associated business colleagues with respect to QP release of clinical products. * Support the planning and scheduling of QP resource to ensure maintenance of operating capacity. * Support outsourcing, in-licensing and collaboration activities as required. Approve related Quality, Technical and/ or QP-to-QP agreements. * Participate in GMP audits/ QP visits of manufacturing facilities and work to resolve audit observations as required. * Approve QP Declarations of EU/ UK GMP compliance for third country manufacturing sites in support of clinical trial applications. * Lead and/ or act as a subject matter expert in internal audits and regulatory authority inspections. * Support management of the Sandwich manufacturer’s authorization. * May participate in cross-pharma technical bodies and presenting at external industry meetings to influence the external environment. * Provide clear, direct and timely verbal and written communication to internal and external stakeholders. Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements) * Eligible for nomination as a Qualified Person on a UK manufacturer’s authorization in accordance with the requirements of Schedule 7 of The Human Medicines Regulations 2012. * Strong experience working in the pharma industry. * Proven experience working in teams/ partnerships, meeting tight deadlines, and ensuring GMP compliance. Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements) * Experience in the manufacture, release and supply of investigational medicinal products. * Experience acting as Qualified Person in UK or EU. Work Location Assignment: Hybrid (some office presence is required) Purpose Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives. Digital Transformation Strategy One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience. Flexibility We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation! Equal Employment Opportunity We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees. DisAbility Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here! Quality Assurance and Control

Sanctuarymanages rented and shared ownership homes and supports community initiatives for thousands of customers across England. Our staff help make a real difference to the quality of people's lives. Scheme Manager - Homeownership - Part Time Broadstairs, Kent £19,538 - £20,143 per year 27.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday, 8am to 2pm We have an opportunity for a Scheme Manager - Homeownership to join our Homeownership team in Broadstairs. The role is lone working, there are 4 other scheme managers within the South East Homeownership team who report to the Homeownership Officer. This is a rewarding yet challenging role and is ideal for someone who has previous experience of working with older people in a housing management setting and aware of safeguarding concerns. The role of Scheme Manager - Homeownership will include: • Responsible for providing a high-quality housing management service, including welfare checks, and promoting independent living, • Providing tenancy advice to residents, • Encouraging residents to organise and get involved in activities, • Completing mandatory compliance tasks along with health and safety checks, • Reporting and monitoring repairs to conclusion, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed, • Wellbeing calls to residents via warden call system, • Supporting the lettings team to manage vacant flats, • Providing cover at schemes in the region for other Scheme Managers, • Numeracy and literacy to the equivalent of GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths, • Some experience of working with older people and understanding their individual needs or similar, • Ability to work alone and manage workloads to meet deadlines, • Working knowledge of handling confidential and sensitive information, • Good interpersonal and customer care skills We are a not-for-profit housing association, and own and manage around 125,000 homes. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture, and nurture and reward talent. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people's lives. Our Benefits As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering: • 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays (pro rata), • A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary, • Life Assurance, • Employee Advice Service including counselling, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Voluntary health plans, • Employee discounts, • Wellbeing support and tools, • Employee recognition scheme, • Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues View the job profile (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website) Closing Date: 25 November 2025 If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you - We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application. View more detail about what it's like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Housing Services Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity. Job Segment: Manager, Part Time, Management, Customer Service

About Us DrPA has been operating in secure environments since 2014 providing General Practitioner services and we are now growing to provide a complete healthcare service at Manston STHF & Western Jet Foil. This will be delivered directly or through a range of specialist partners who are experts in their field. We deliver our services based on our ethos of CARE: C ompassionate care that is trauma informed and supportive A ssurance that care is evidence-based & demonstrates high quality outcomes for our patients R espectful of peoples cultural and religious beliefs E mpowermentWe centre each resident by co-creating holistic care plans that treat their needs and equip them to self-manage their wellbeing. Job Summary The Nurse Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day coordination of nursing activity, ensuring that clinical operations run smoothly across the service. This role combines clinical leadership, operational management, and direct patient care. The post-holder oversees staff deployment, clinical standards, patient flow, documentation quality, and governance compliance. They ensure that vulnerable individuals receive safe and effective care and that the nursing team operates in line with best practice, legal frameworks, and organisational policies. They act as a key point of contact for colleagues, management, and multidisciplinary partners, supporting clinical escalation, safeguarding pathways, and effective communication across the service. Key Responsibilities Clinical Care & Assessment Provide comprehensive nursing assessments, including physical, mental, and social health evaluations. Support triage processes, prioritising clinical need and ensuring safe allocation of staff to high-risk cases. Deliver direct clinical care such as wound care, medication administration, emergency response, and long-term condition management. Apply trauma-informed care approaches, ensuring interactions are compassionate, supportive, and centred on patient dignity. Manage complex patients presenting with multiple comorbidities, mental health issues, or safeguarding concerns. Identify clinical deterioration promptly and initiate escalation to the appropriate medical or emergency services. Ensure patients receive timely access to GP, mental health, paramedic, or external services where needed. Clinical Coordination & Operational Oversight Coordinate and deploy nursing staff across shifts to ensure safe staffing levels and skills mix. Monitor patient flow through assessment, treatment, and follow-up pathways to reduce delays and unmet needs. Manage the distribution of workload among nurses and healthcare support staff, ensuring fairness and prioritisation. Oversee shift handovers, ensuring accurate communication of clinical priorities and risk concerns. Support rota management, short notice staffing issues, and coordination of bank/agency staff where needed. Ensure emergency response equipment, medications, and clinical supplies are maintained, stocked, and compliant with safety standards. Assist with planning for high-demand periods, unexpected surges, or major incident responses. Leadership, Supervision & Staff Support Provide day-to-day leadership for the nursing team, acting as a clinical role model. Offer supervision, mentorship, and guidance to junior nurses, HCAs, and new staff. Conduct competency assessments, training updates, and oversight of clinical skill development. Lead by example in promoting professionalism, integrity, and safe clinical practice. Support staff wellbeing, recognising signs of burnout or stress and escalating appropriately. Address performance issues sensitively but effectively, supporting improvement plans where required. Facilitate debriefs after difficult cases, clinical incidents, or operational challenges. Governance, Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure nursing documentation is accurate, legally compliant, and completed within required timeframes. Oversee the quality of patient records, risk assessments, and care plans, ensuring consistency and clarity. Audit compliance with medication management, infection control, clinical guidelines, and safeguarding standards. Participate in governance meetings, preparing reports or feedback related to nursing performance or incidents. Support the implementation of new policies, clinical pathways, and service improvement initiatives. Monitor clinical outcomes and contribute to continuous improvement of care quality. Ensure that information sharing complies with Caldicott principles and data protection legislation. Communication & MDT Collaboration Serve as a central communication point between nursing teams, operational leads, GPs, paramedics, mental health professionals, and external agencies. Provide clear clinical handovers using recognised frameworks (e.g., SBAR). Ensure essential information is passed to decision-makers promptly, particularly around safeguarding risks, complex cases, or operational concerns. Support patients with communication barriers including language needs, learning disabilities, trauma, cultural sensitivities, or emotional distress. Maintain effective liaison with external partners such as hospitals, safeguarding teams, social care, or specialist services. Facilitate multidisciplinary meetings, team briefings, and contributions to case reviews. Safeguarding & Risk Management Identify safeguarding concerns related to children, adults at risk, trafficking, exploitation, or self-harm. Ensure timely referrals, documentation, and escalation in line with safeguarding legislation and local pathways. Support staff in recognising, reporting, and managing risk appropriately. Lead on immediate risk management actions such as placing individuals under enhanced observation where clinically indicated. Review incidents, near-misses, or complaints, supporting root cause analysis and learning dissemination. Essential Criteria Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with valid NMC pin. Experience delivering nursing care in primary care, emergency, community, or secure settings. Strong assessment and decision-making abilities. Experience leading teams or coordinating clinical activity. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain calm and professional behaviour in challenging situations. Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and risk management. Experience working within a multidisciplinary team. Proven ability to prioritise workload in fast-paced or high-pressure environments. Commitment to equality, diversity, and trauma-informed practice. Ability to work day, night, weekend, and bank holiday shifts. Desirable Criteria Experience working in a secure environment (e.g., detention, custody, prison, immigration services). Experience supporting patients with mental health, substance misuse, or complex trauma. Experience with clinical governance, audits, policy development, or service improvement. Previous involvement in rota coordination or operational planning. Teaching, mentorship, or supervision qualifications. Experience managing clinical incidents or leading team debriefs. General Information The post holder may be required to perform other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonably needed. This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification. Benefits Pension salary scheme available Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential 24/7 support Access to perks at work Disclosure and Barring Service Check & CTC Clearance This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. This post will require the holder to undertake and successfully complete the Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC) process. Please note, in order to apply, all applicants need to have been living in the United Kingdom (with residency in the UK, such as UK/Irish/EU Passport, or an Indefinite Leave to Remain Visa) for the last 5 years with no more than a 28 day break being outside of the UK and no gaps in employment during this time. Shortlisted candidates will be asked for RTW , DBS/CTC consent and references . TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Description: 📍 Castle Cary 💷 £39,600-45,400 dependent on experience 🎁 + Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits 🕒 Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm 🌟 Why Join Us? We care about the world and your future. Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with some great perks, like fun freebies and best-in-class development. As a Mars Associate, you have our ongoing commitment to your growth and development as you work across our world-famous brands. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we're here to support you every step of the way. 💼 The Role This is a great opportunity to join the dynamic team at our Mars Petcare factory. The Maintenance Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance activities. Leveraging SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles, the role ensures optimal equipment reliability, minimizes downtime, and supports continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborating closely with operations, maintenance teams, and supply chains to manage work orders, materials, and resources efficiently, driving operational excellence and safety compliance. ⭐ What's in it for you? • Competitive salary £39,600- £45,400 dependent on experience, • Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University, • Private healthcare + equal parental leave, • Generous pension (up to 9% contribution), • Life assurance (4x salary), • EV salary sacrifice scheme, • Gym membership & wellbeing support, • Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service, • Free perks on site: Parking, Lavazza coffee, tea, fruit twice a week, and access to our employee shop ✅ What We're Looking For • Knowledge of Manufacturing Equipment and Processes -Understanding of manufacturing machinery, production workflows, and maintenance requirements to tailor maintenance strategies that enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency., • Proficiency in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) Module - Strong hands-on experience with SAP PM for managing preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance tasks, work orders, equipment master data, and maintenance scheduling., • In-depth Knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Principles - Practical understanding of TPM pillars such as autonomous maintenance, planned maintenance, focused improvement, and quality maintenance, with experience applying these in a manufacturing or FMCG environment., • Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Expertise - Ability to develop, optimize, and execute maintenance plans and schedules within SAP, ensuring alignment with TPM goals to maximize equipment uptime and reliability., • Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement Skills - Experience analyzing maintenance data and KPIs from SAP to identify equipment performance issues, support root cause analysis, and drive TPM-focused continuous improvement initiatives., • Cross-Functional Collaboration and Communication - Proven ability to work effectively with operations, maintenance teams, stores, and management to coordinate TPM activities, ensure resource availability, and promote a culture of proactive maintenance and safety. 🔧 Key Responsibilities • Plan and Schedule Maintenance Activities - Develop, manage, and optimize preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance schedules using SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) to ensure maximum equipment uptime and reliability., • Implement and Support TPM Initiatives -Apply Total Productive Maintenance principles by coordinating autonomous maintenance, focused improvement, and quality maintenance activities, fostering a culture of proactive equipment care., • Manage Material Reservations and Parts Booking - Accurately book and reserve required spare parts and materials in SAP to support scheduled maintenance activities, ensuring availability and minimizing downtime., • Conduct Regular Audits of Inventory and Parts Usage - Perform periodic audits of parts and materials usage within SAP to verify inventory accuracy, identify discrepancies, and support efficient stock management and cost control., • Manage Work Orders and Maintenance Documentation -Create, review, and monitor maintenance work orders and job plans in SAP, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely execution aligned with operational priorities., • Analyze Maintenance Data and Drive Continuous Improvement -Utilize SAP-generated reports and KPIs to identify equipment performance issues, support root cause analysis, and recommend improvements to maintenance strategies and processes. 🌍 What You Can Expect from Mars • Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles, • Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow", • Access world-class training & development from day one, • Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package