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We're looking for a dedicated and experienced Head Chef to join our team at Halsey House Care Home in Cromer, Norfolk. We are a compassionate and resident-focused care home, providing high quality care in a warm and welcoming environment. This is a full-time, permanent role, working 37.5 hours per week over 7 days to include some weekend cover. Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK . We are unable to sponsor visas. As Head Chef, you will lead our catering team and ensure every resident enjoys nutritious and delicious meals. Key responsibilities: Plan, prepare, and serve well balanced, nutritious meals to cater a variety of dietary needs within agreed standards and budgets Lead and manage catering staff and the dining supervisor, ensuring a positive and safe working environment Work alongside the General Manager, overseeing the department's budget, ensure catering services meet the regulated requirements of current legislation, and develop detailed standard operating procedures Oversee food ordering, stock control, and kitchen budget management What we're looking for: City & Guilds 706 (1&2) in Food Preparation Level 3 in Food Preparation and Cooking, Culinary Arts, or equivalent and Level 3 First Aid at Work certification Proven experience catering for individuals with specific dietary needs (e.g., IDDSI texture modified diets and allergens) Experience working in a care home or similar setting Excellent leadership and organisational skills Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. Employee benefits include: 22 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%, subject to eligibility Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime Flexible hours to suit your needs Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost Free on-site parking Free enhanced DBS check Uniform provided at no cost Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives Halsey House is set in the popular seaside resort of Cromer, on the Norfolk coast, set in a beautiful historic building which was used as a hospital in the First and Second World Wars. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We provide nursing, residential and day care, as well as specialist dementia care. As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development. For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080. INDRBL1 TPBN1_UKTJ

A growing business is looking for a Registered Manager to provide high quality homecare services that support the rights of clients to live the lives they choose as far as they are able. You will efficiently manage the day-to-day running of the business, allocating resources and monitoring performance to deliver high quality homecare to customers, within budget. This is a full-time role offering a salary of £37,000 per annum, plus a range of benefits. As Registered Manager, your responsibilities will include: Managing the safety and quality of the business Taking responsibility for the safe delivery of the service in line with legislative requirements and company policy and procedures. Undertaking training and development to keep up to date with the law, best practice and changes in company policy. Understanding and monitoring health and safety in the workplace and in the field. Maintaining full and accurate records and reporting systems in accordance with legal requirements. Implementing quality management and improvement systems. Effectively managing complaints and incidents and carrying out investigations relating to the quality of the service, using findings to make improvements Making sure a written individually tailored care and support plan has been created and agreed, that respects the customers wishes and promotes their dignity and privacy Agreeing appropriate risk control measures to reduce identified risks Managing the effective recruitment, induction and training of the coordinator(s), supervisor(s), care workers and other support staff. Identifying ongoing training needs and ensuring staff are up to date with current best practice Carrying out appraisals and monitoring of staff performance Ensuring all emergency on-call issues are dealt with effectively, such as covering calls either directly or indirectly when care workers are sick or absent Attending external meetings and represent the service in a positive manner Were looking for a Registered Manager with: Experience of care services, risk assessment and person-centred care and support Having a good understanding of the regulatory responsibilities of a Registered Manager and the law relating to domiciliary care services. You will also be responsible for building relationships with the local authority e.g. social workers and brokerage to build rapport and help increase care hours across the region. Experience of managing and developing an effective staff team including recruitment, training, supporting and supervising staff Ability to maintain clear written and electronic records and to follow statutory reporting procedures Willingness to work flexibly and to keep knowledge and skills up to date. Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service formally known as the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Disclosure Full drivers licence Experience of managing the delivery of social care services as a Registered Manager Train the trainer qualifications Knowledge of business management To apply for this role, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV. Candidate Source Ltd is an advertising agency. Once you have submitted your application it will be passed to the third party Recruiter who is responsible for processing your application. This will include holding and sharing your personal data, our legal basis for this is legitimate interest subject to your declared interest in a job. Our privacy policy can be found on our website and we can be contacted to confirm who your application has been forwarded to. TPBN1_UKTJ

Our client, a leading world-class aerospace material supplier, specializing in a comprehensive range of products tailored for the aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sector, are looking to recruit a Procurement Manager based at their offices in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. On Offer: • An exciting opportunity to join a well-respected aerospace materials provider who is experiencing rapid growth due to recent investment., • Based at a modern state of the art office and warehouse facility., • Salary up to £50K dependant on skills and experience, • 25 Days annual leave, increasing by one day following 3 yrs, 5 yrs and 7yrs of service., • Pension scheme., • Social events and Christmas party., • Option to work one day from home after successful completion of probationary period., • Friday Casual wear. Main Purpose of the Procurement Manager: Reporting to the Procurement Director, the Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the procurement team and ensuring efficient purchasing, stock availability and supplier management, particularly within the aerospace chemicals and materials sector. This role focuses on cost optimization, supplier consolidation, regulatory compliance and alignment with business strategies. A key focus will be supporting sales performance, customer satisfaction and operational continuity through effective procurement planning and execution Duties and Responsibilities of the Procurement Manager: • Lead and develop a high-performing team of Buyers and Procurement Administrators, ensuring effective execution of the procure-to-pay (P2P) process., • Maintain optimal inventory levels for aerospace chemicals and related materials, addressing supply shortages to prevent operational disruption., • Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business goals, including supplier rationalisation, cost reduction and risk mitigation., • Build and manage strong supplier partnerships to ensure consistent quality, reliability and service levels., • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards specific to aerospace chemicals and hazardous materials., • Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Warehouse and Finance teams to forecast demand and align procurement plans with business needs., • Monitor procurement KPIs, report on performance metrics (cost savings, lead times, supplier performance, etc.), and recommend continuous improvements., • Manage escalations, resolve supplier or delivery issues and drive root cause analysis for recurring problems., • Stay current on market trends, supply chain risks and alternative sourcing opportunities., • Oversee procurement budgets, contribute to forecasting and planning processes and support cost control initiatives. To Be Considered: • Experience leading a purchasing/procurement team, preferably within Aerospace, FMCG, Chemicals or Manufacturing, • Experience within a purchasing / procurement / buying role, • Advanced Excel skills e.g. pivot tables, data analysis, • Chartered Institute or Procurement & Supply (CIPS) or similar qualifications or studying towards CIPS qualifications would be beneficial., • Ability to work in a highly dynamic and changing work environment., • Self-motivated and confident., • Familiarity with an integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system would be beneficial., • Able to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with staff, stakeholders and suppliers., • Good communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills along with managing time effectively, priorities tasks and achieve set targets., • Commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failure impacts the Business and customer order fulfilment., • Able to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situations., • Keen attention to detail and accuracy. For more details, please contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Aviation and Aerospace industry

JOVELA is a fast-growing eCommerce business, with expertise in the distribution of high-quality consumer products online. JOVELA encompasses several brands with a wide range of product categories and selling platforms. We’re a motivated, energetic team with a drive for success, and we’re looking for a Purchasing Manager to join our Product and Sourcing Team. If you’re ambitious, commercially minded, and excited about driving results through strategic purchasing, we’d love to have you grow with us. As a Purchasing Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping our product range and ensuring smooth, cost-effective supply chain operations. You’ll be responsible for sourcing, forecasting, supplier management, and maintaining optimal inventory levels to support our business growth. Key Responsibilities • Conduct accurate forecasting and purchasing activities, including placing purchase orders and maintaining our inventory management system, • Source new products and identify potential suppliers to diversify and expand our offering, • Analyse product margins to ensure profitability and make data-informed decisions on selection and pricing, • Monitor and maintain supplier quality control to uphold our high product standards, • Generate detailed reports and conduct data analysis to guide purchasing strategy, • Track supplier production timelines to ensure on-time delivery, • Oversee product and brand control, including packaging requirements, product descriptions, and regulatory compliance, • Develop and implement sourcing and supplier management strategies to improve efficiency and performance, • Meet company buying targets through strategic procurement and supplier negotiations, • Maintain clear, accurate records of orders, production progress, and supplier performance Who We’re Looking For • Proven negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships, • Highly organised, with excellent planning and multitasking abilities, • Commercially aware and comfortable making data-driven decisions that benefit the business, • Analytical and process-oriented thinker with strong numerical skills, • A problem-solving mindset focused on continuous improvement, • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, • Ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams effectively, • Previous experience in procurement or purchasing roles is preferred, though we also welcome candidates with the drive to learn (comprehensive in-house training provided) Desirable Experience • Prior experience sourcing consumer goods directly from Asia, • Familiarity with inventory management systems or ordering software Permanent / Full-Time Role Salary £28,000 - £34,000 per year, depending on experience Job location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7DU, United Kingdom

Department: Sustainability Reports To: Net Zero Senior Manager Job Purpose Summary: London Luton Airport is looking for a Sustainable Aviation Manager to play a critical role in our journey towards becoming Champions in Sustainable Aviation and work towards our goal of achieving Net Zero by 2040. The Sustainable Aviation Manager will be responsible for: • Leading on the implementation of projects related to future of flight (i.e. sustainable aviation fuel, hydrogen, electrification), carbon removals, and air quality., • Engaging and influencing our partners and stakeholders to drive sustainability projects and commitments through close collaborations and partnerships using excellent communication and organisation skills., • Providing strategic insight into sustainability commitments as well as on existing and new government strategy and expansion plans around decarbonisation and air quality. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities: • Lead on research, engagement and delivery of sustainable aviation and innovation initiatives with our partners, including future of flight e.g. sustainable aviation fuel, hydrogen, electric., • Influence, persuade and negotiate with colleagues and business partners to embed sustainable aviation activities into business operations and the drive actions to achieve it, • Provide technical expertise and support compliance with sustainability obligations as part of the Development Consent Order., • Manage the air quality monitoring programme to ensure its delivery and accuracy, as well as development and implementation of a revised Air Quality Roadmap in alignment with expansion plans., • Liaise with environmental regulatory authorities and local stakeholders regarding air quality as necessary., • Provide advice and insight into offsetting and carbon removals, staying up to date on industry standards and best practices and aligning business strategies accordingly., • Management of multiple projects simultaneously to reduce our carbon emissions, support our partner’s decarbonisation and improve environmental performance., • Oversee research projects, carried out by universities, research institutions and other organisations, collate data and reports and liaise with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery., • Keep abreast with the latest developments related to sustainable aviation, carbon removals and air quality to assess operational deliverability, impact on expansion plans, and identify potential challenges and develop solutions that meet operational and business needs., • Attend relevant industry group meetings alongside the Net Zero Senior Manager and Head of Sustainability., • Support the Head of Sustainability to build and promote our reputation for becoming champions in sustainable aviation, including representation in industry, government and local environmental groups and committees., • Engage with industry, government and partners to identify opportunities to reduce environmental impacts and work closely and influence key stakeholders to deliver partnerships., • Maintain relationships with current and prospective business partners, industry, local and governmental bodies in order to keep abreast of emerging sustainability trends, policies, industry best practice, new technologies and overall agenda., • Support the implementation of ambitious government policies in the context of decarbonisation, air quality and future of flight; and contribute to government consultation responses., • Quality control of environmental consultants, including definition of scope, leading procurement and management of activity., • Proactively and positively promote the LLA Way initiatives and projects with all employees and the wider airport community. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required: • Qualified to degree level (or equivalent) in environmental or sustainability studies., • Minimum of 5 years of experience working in sustainability and/or environmental management., • Strong interest and understanding of sustainable aviation, future of flight, net zero, and wider environmental agenda., • Strategic thinking with ability to drive change and influence stakeholders., • Thorough understanding and up-to-date knowledge of environmental legislation and government policy., • Excellent verbal, numeracy and literacy skills., • Highly analytical with attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in the information produced., • Ability to work closely and clearly communicate with other team members., • Strong organisational and project management skills, ability to work under pressure and on multiple projects at once., • Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt to different stakeholders., • Driven, self-motivated, willing to show initiative and make a change., • Energy, creativity and entrepreneurship in their approach to delivery.

The Senior QA/QC Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all products meet quality and safety standards, implementing quality control processes, and driving continuous improvement in product quality. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA

As Quality Control Manager, you will be part of the Senior Leadership Team, overseeing a team of 30+ quality professionals and owning the site-level QC function. Get notified about new Quality Assurance Manager jobs in. Proven leadership experience in quality within regulated manufacturing, ideally

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Key Responsibilities: Our client is seeking a driven and experienced Quality professional to join the Quality Assurance Team based in Bolton.

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We are working on behalf of our London client, assisting in their search for a skilled and experienced Food Team Leader (or Principal EHO) to support the effective delivery of food safety functions and provide leadership across the service.This is a hybrid role, blending operational oversight with f

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The quality control engineer will conduct all aspects of quality control and project compliance with the project specific QCMS, ensuring that the MEP systems meet the required regulator, legislative and specification standards before they reach the customer. We will also be open to considering quali

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Quality Assurance Manager Location:Leeds, LS10 Salary:£46K- £50k pa Benefits Full-time, Permanent Are you passionate about quality and craftsmanship? Our client a leading UK hospitality furniture manufacturer since 1978, is seeking an experienced and proactive Quality Assurance Manager to join the

As an integrated member of our Spacecraft Production team, you will be working within the Manufacturing Assembly Integration and Test (MAIT), as a Project Manager (AIT & Production) you will support the delivery of the project of product on Quality, on Time, and on Cost. Our placements give a unique

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We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to overcome hurdles, become independent and create a welcoming environment. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opport

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Our client, an environmental charity is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead a three-year multi-partner project supported through Nature Towns and Cities, a programme funded by National Lottery players to help urban areas protect and enhance their natural heritage.

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Job Title: Quality Inspector – Electronics Manufacturing. Are you passionate about quality and precision in electronics manufacturing? Join a leading UK-based technology solutions provider, known for innovation and excellence across a wide range of industries, including Automotive, Clean Energy, D

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Proclinical is seeking a Senior Manager, R&D Quality Assurance (GCP) to provide clinical quality oversight for assigned clinical studies. You will lead inspection readiness efforts, support audit activities, and contribute to quality assurance initiatives. Lead quality activities for late-phase clin

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You’ll likely have a food science, technical or quality qualification, and you’re no stranger to working cross-functionally with procurement, NPD, or regulatory teams. A business genuinely invested in ethical sourcing, sustainability, and quality. Apply now and take control of the standards that

Are you passionate about building cutting-edge AI products that solve real-world problems in financial services? We’re looking for a Product Owner to lead the delivery of Aveni Detect, our quality and compliance analytics solution helping FS firms drive better outcomes across their conversations a

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Job Description We are seeking a Team Leader to support the Home Manager, Deputy Manager and Assistant Manager in all aspects of the home's management.