123 Best roles Jobs in Bedford (February 2025)

Join Our Team at RAES! We’re looking for a confident, friendly, and reliable Evening & Weekend tanning consultant to join our team on a zero-hour contract. If you have a passion for customer service, working independently, and helping others feel their best, this could be the perfect role for you! What We’re Looking For: ** 18+ Only** – Due to sunbed regulations and independent working requirements. ** Excellent Customer Service Skills** – You’re friendly, approachable, and always ready to create a welcoming experience for clients. Confidence in Face-to-Face Interactions – You should feel comfortable engaging with customers, answering inquiries, and making product recommendations. Ability to Work Independently & Use Initiative – You’ll often be working alone, so we need someone proactive, responsible, and able to handle tasks without supervision. Strong Attention to Detail – Ensuring tanning rooms are spotless and the salon is always clean and well-maintained. Reliable & Committed – Able to cover varying shifts, with weekend availability guaranteed. Tanning Salon Experience (Preferred but Not Essential) – Candidates with previous tanning salon experience will be strongly considered. You must meet the criteria listed above to be considered for this role. Salon Hours: Weekdays: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sundays: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Position Details: Contract: Zero-hour (flexibility required, with potential for full-time hours after a 3-month probation review). ** Pay:** Minimum wage, with a pay review after probation. ** Perks:** - Relaxed, friendly work environment - FREE sunbeds & discounts on tanning products - Full training provided, including any relevant courses If selected, you’ll hear from us before 05/03/25 regarding interviews. Think you’d be a great fit? Apply now!

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L & S Accounting Firm

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor to lead legal proceedings aimed at overturning the liquidation of a company and protecting associated assets. The role involves challenging liquidation, summary judgments, filing counterclaims, and securing injunctions to halt asset sales. Key Responsibilities: - Draft and file applications to rescind liquidation orders and challenge summary judgments. - Obtain injunctions to prevent asset sales and secure ownership rights. - Coordinate with barristers, forensic accountants, and insolvency specialists. - Represent the client in correspondence with courts, liquidators, and opposing counsel. - Manage all litigation aspects, including drafting, evidence preparation, and strategy. ** Education and Professional Qualifications:** ** Essential:** - ** Law Degree (LLB or equivalent):** A recognized undergraduate law degree or a non-law degree followed by a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL). - ** Legal Practice Course (LPC):** Completion of the LPC (or equivalent for Scotland or other jurisdictions) as part of the solicitor qualification pathway. - ** Qualified Solicitor Status:** Admission to the Roll of Solicitors in England and Wales (or relevant jurisdiction) and possession of a valid practising certificate. Desirable: - Master’s Degree or Specialist Training: An LLM in Commercial Law, Corporate Law, or Insolvency Law to demonstrate advanced knowledge in relevant legal areas. - ** Insolvency Practitioner Qualifications:** Completion of additional certifications, such as the Joint Insolvency Examination Board (JIEB) qualification, though not mandatory, is highly desirable. ** Experience Requirements:** ** Post-Qualification Experience (PQE):** - Minimum 5 years PQE in litigation with a strong focus on corporate insolvency and asset recovery. - Proven track record in handling high-value, complex cases involving summary judgments and injunctions. Technical Skills: - Strong drafting and advocacy skills, particularly for preparing counterclaims, court applications, and injunctions. - Deep knowledge of insolvency law, corporate disputes, and procedural rules under the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR). - Ability to coordinate with barristers, forensic accountants, and other specialists. ** Contract Type:** ** Contract Type: Flexible options available:** - Fixed-Term Contract: Ideal for 6–12 months, renewable based on performance and case outcomes. - Project-Based Contract: Pay-per-project for specific legal actions such as injunctions, counterclaims, or appeals. - Zero-Hours Contract: For as-needed legal consultation and support, especially for urgent filings or hearings. ** Location:** Remote/Hybrid with occasional in-person meetings if necessary. Rate: Competitive and commensurate with experience, with hourly and project-based options

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Sale of used cars and light motor vehicles

Database Administrator

Overview We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Database Administrator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimising our database systems to ensure high availability and performance. This role requires a strong understanding of database design, performance tuning, and the ability to work with various database technologies. If you are passionate about data management and have a knack for problem-solving, we would love to hear from you. Duties Responsible for the Customer records on the groups CRM database, answering to the CRM manager you will be required to work towards targets ensuring all data is maintained to a high standard for the group. Updating customer communication preference including unsubscribe and opt out requests, and general data cleansing when marketing campaigns are run. Based on customer requirements, updating the websites on SQL platform with new features enhancing the purchase and sales of the cars. Participating in code and design reviews for MySQL components and maintaining system security and data integrity. Regularly conduct validation and quality checks on our data sets to ensure accuracy and reliability while recommending opportunities to improve how we assess commercial performance Using Strong technical skills in SQL and python to ensure website showcase the clear data around the resale numbers and catering to customers’ requirements. Requirements Proven experience as a Database Administrator or in a similar role. Strong knowledge of SQL and MySQL databases. Experience with server management and Linux operating systems. Familiarity with SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services) for data integration tasks is advantageous. Expertise in performance tuning techniques for optimising database operations. Understanding of high availability concepts and implementations. Ability to vaticinate potential issues before they arise through proactive monitoring. Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate effectively with team members. Join us in harnessing the power of data to drive business success! Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £30,004.57-£32,000.00 per year

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Emma Cooper

Personal Assistant (PA)/Care Worker

I am looking to appoint a PA support me to live in my own home and to access the community for social and practical reasons. Including some personal care Main Duties - Personal care: showering/washing, dressing, organisation of medication - Domestic duties: support with grocery shopping, cooking/food prep, changing bed linens, laundry, washing up/dishwasher and light cleaning - Social duties: supporting me in attending medical appointments as well as going to the park or coffee shop Type of person I am looking for - Punctual, honest, non-smoker - Willingness to learn about my specific needs and routine - applicant due to the provision of personal care - Quiet, calm and able self manage Hours of work: 9.5 hours per week, spread over 6 days, split between the mornings and early evening/dinner time. We can work together to schedule the exact times of day you will visit in line with your availability Skills, qualifications and experience: - Experience and/or training in providing personal care (showering/washing and dressing). I will work with you and train you in how to work with me and the needs of my specific illnesses/disability - Own car & license (must also be able to load my light folding wheelchair into your car) - Once trained, confidently able to follow written instructions and/or training, without ongoing instruction from myself (in order to maintain a quiet, calm environment and not exacerbate my illness) A DBS check will be undertaken and you will be asked to provide details of someone who can be contacted for a reference, preferably a previous employer To apply: Please send your CV and a brief description of why you think you would be good for this role. Please also provide some information regarding your availability i.e. if you have any existing commitments we would need to work around when creating a work schedule and when you could start if hired

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