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My client was established in 1924 and specialises in designing and producing cutting-edge machinery used in industries such as cosmetics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and personal care. As the Electrical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out electrical and pneumatic design, validation of all designs to the current safety standards and requirements, support CE certificati... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Senior Design Engineer – Technical Location: Bedford Hours: 34.5 per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £42- £45k Our client is seeking a Senior Design Engineer – Technical to join their technical team. This role will focus on delivering high-quality design solutions, supporting business development, and building strong relationships with customers across the construction sector. You will play a key role in advising clients on product applications, securing project specifications, and ensuring solutions are fit for purpose. This position also involves team leadership, stakeholder engagement, and driving continuous improvement across design and manufacturing functions. Key Skills for a Senior Design Engineer: • Proven experience in a design engineering role within construction or a related industry, • Strong knowledge of hydraulics, materials and product applications, • Experience using AutoCAD, SolidWorks and Microsoft Office, • Understanding of manufacturing processes such as fabrication and welding, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, • Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure, • Deliver technical design solutions for projects, including layouts, specifications and proposals, • Manage the design inbox and allocate tasks across the team, • Support and develop the design/programming team, including 1-2-1s and appraisals, • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors and designers, • Identify new business opportunities and bespoke product solutions, • Provide technical support to internal teams and assist with customer escalations, • Liaise with Product Managers on new product development, • Attend sales and operations meetings, contributing technical expertise, • Pension scheme, • Ongoing training and development

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire. The Operations Manager will work across the organisation providing governance, compliance, trials and business coordination support. Process improvement and performance tracking coupled with customer feedback capture to continuously improve BlueBear operations and integration with Saab UK. Key Responsibilities: * Drive continuous improvement across the organisation to achieve high standards. * Be the focal point for process standardisation and compliance with the organisations quality management system. * Be the focal point to Saab UK functions for critical compliance areas including export control, health & safety and security. * Develop and track KPIs to support the delivery of the organisation's Strategic Business Plan. * Implement processes for capturing customer feedback, communicate success and track change where required. * Communicate Operational Excellence throughout the organisation. * Co-ordinate all internal and external audit activity. * Act as Risk and Opportunity Co-ordinator and lead all business continuity management activities. * Co-ordinate compliance activity such as export control ensuring sufficient resources and processes are in place. * Co-ordinate the implementation of new compliance standards and business support tools. * Capture and track internal feedback on processes to drive continuous improvements. * Delivery internal training on continuous improvement / operational excellence where required. * Champion information management within BlueBear. * Support internal project activity where required and manage the activities of the Facility Coordinator. Qualifications and Skills: * Proven leadership skills, ability to drive change in the organisation. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Highly motivated self starter who requires minimal supervision. * Demonstratable experience of implementing effective change in an organisation. * Proven experience managing risks and implementing risk management policies inc. business continuity plans. * Experience with implementation Quality Management Systems and compliance with ISO 9001. * Experience with ISO 27001 desirable. * Awareness of critical compliance areas including UK export control, health & safety and environmental management desirable. * Experience with defence industry and UK MOD desirable. As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

About UsParagon Social Care provides 24/7 support to children and young people in local authority care, particularly during periods of transition and uncertainty. Our approach is guided by a commitment to delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care in safe, structured, and supportive environments. We aim to promote stability, resilience, and positive outcomes for the young people we support. The RoleWe are seeking Children's Support Workers to provide consistent, compassionate care and practical support to children and young people. This is a varied role requiring flexibility, professionalism, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities • Deliver trauma-informed care to ensure the safety and wellbeing of young people, • Build and maintain positive, professional relationships, • Support daily routines, independence, and life skills development, • Assist with education, appointments, and recreational activities, • Prepare meals and promote healthy living, • Advocate for the needs and emotional wellbeing of young people, • Transport young people to appointments and activities (use of own vehicle required) Requirements • Experience working with children or young people (paid or voluntary), • Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and emotional resilience, • Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, sleep-ins, and waking nights, • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle What We Offer • Competitive hourly rates: £17.50-£24.00 (PAYE, including holiday pay) or £20.00-£28.00 (Umbrella), • Comprehensive training programme, including safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and behaviour support, • Opportunities for career progression, • Flexible working arrangements, • Company pension scheme, • Referral bonus scheme Safeguarding Commitment: This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to working with vulnerable young people. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do, and all applicants must share this commitment.

WAKING NIGHT SUPPORT WORKER WHETHER YOU’RE EXPERIENCED OR NEW TO CARE — YOU BELONG HERE. £13.03 per Hour – 40 hours per week Location - Clapham, Bedford At CareTech, our Waking Night Support Workers play a vital role in keeping people safe, supported, and reassured through the night. If you’re calm, reliable, and looking for meaningful night work, this role makes a real difference. About the Role As a Waking Night Support Worker at CareTech, you’ll support adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs, and challenging behaviour during overnight hours. You’ll ensure individuals feel safe and comfortable, respond to their needs, and maintain a calm, supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include: Providing overnight support and reassurance Supporting personal care and comfort as required Monitoring wellbeing and responding appropriately to incidents Maintaining accurate records and handovers Promoting dignity, safety, and safeguarding at all times Working independently while being part of a wider team The role can be quiet at times and busy at others — but your presence is essential. New to Care or Experienced? We’ve Got You. If you’re new to care, we provide full training, shadow shifts, and ongoing support to help you succeed in a night role. If you’re experienced, we offer progression, development, and a professional environment that values your skills and judgement. Why Join CareTech? Full training and continuous professional development Support to achieve Level 3 Health and Social Care qualifications Clear career progression and internal promotion opportunities Strong focus on safeguarding, quality, and wellbeing Supportive management and team structure Meaningful work that truly matters Who We’re Looking For Reliable, calm, and compassionate individuals Experienced support workers or those new to care People comfortable working waking night shifts Ability to stay alert, work independently, and follow procedures Strong communication skills and commitment to safeguarding If you’re looking for night work with purpose, and want to be part of an organisation that values what you do, join CareTech as a Waking Night Support Worker. About CareTech Established in 1993, CareTech Community Services operates over 250 services nationwide, supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and complex needs. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of care and creating opportunities for independence. All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks.CareTech is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.Some roles may require male or female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Independent Living Housing Officer (with on-call)£33,500 including £2000 car allowancePermanent, Full Time We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and resilient Independent Living Officer (with on-call) to join our team supporting customers living in our Independent Living schemes across Bedford. This is a rewarding role where every day you will make a meaningful difference to customers' independence, well-being, and safety. In this role you will provide a high-quality, responsive housing management service, build strong and supportive relationships with customers, and help maintain safe, well-run schemes. You will also take part in our 24/7 on-call responder rota as part of the bpha Respond service, providing essential emergency support to Independent Living and bpha Respond customers outside normal office hours. What you will be doing Housing Management & Customer Support • Manage three independent living schemes in Bedford, • Build positive, trusting relationships with customers through regular contact, welfare checks and timely follow-up when needs change., • Support customers to understand and maintain their tenancy, addressing concerns early and sensitively., • Manage a varied caseload, completing needs assessments, risk assessments, and person-centred plans., • Respond to arrears, ASB and safeguarding concerns in line with policy, ensuring issues are managed quickly and professionally. Scheme Safety & Compliance • Ensure schemes remain safe, secure and well-maintained through regular inspections and prompt repair reporting., • Complete core health and safety checks, building inspections, fire safety actions and documentation on time., • Support sign-ups, move-ins and tenancy changes to ensure a smooth and positive customer experience. Community, Collaboration & Support Planning • Work with partner agencies, support teams, local authorities and health professionals to ensure joined-up support., • Encourage engagement and help maintain a positive community atmosphere by supporting events and resident involvement., • Assist customers with higher levels of need, coordinating multi-agency plans and reviewing progress regularly. On-Call Responder Duties (Essential Part of the Role) • Participate in a 24/7 on-call rota, delivering an in-person emergency responder service to customers in Bedford., • Provide telephone support to out-of-area schemes during evenings, nights and weekends., • Attend emergency call-outs-such as falls, welfare concerns, alarm activations or urgent safeguarding issues-responding with care, professionalism and calmness., • Coordinate with emergency services when required and record all on-call activity accurately for service learning and improvement., • Meet response targets, including responding to 90% of call-outs within 30 minutes. What we're looking for • Warm, confident and empathetic communication skills., • Someone calm under pressure who can work independently and make sound decisions., • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload., • Experience supporting individuals with diverse or complex needs., • Understanding of safeguarding, boundaries, risk management and tenancy-related issues., • IT literacy and accuracy in record keeping., • A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential for on-call). Why work with us? You will join a supportive, values-driven team committed to helping people live safely and independently. We will provide training, ongoing development and opportunities to broaden your skills, including specialist training linked to responder duties. bpha reserves the right to close this vacancy early should we feel we have received an adequate number of relevant applicants.

Maintenance ManagerBedford, commutable from: Kettering, Cambridge, Northampton, Luton, Milton Keynes£60,000-£65,000 + Day Shifts (9am-5pm) + No Callout/Weekends + Development + Private Health Insurance + 26 Days Holiday (+ BH)Excellent opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Manager to join an innovative company during an exciting period of growth and transformation, taking on an instrumental role in maintaining a world-class facility.On offer is an autonomous position where you will play a pivotal role in managing the maintenance within this industry-leading site, ensuring high standards, safety, and an empowered working environment are maintained.This company operates one of the only facilities in the world that specialise in their niche field. They are now looking for a dedicated Facilities Manager to join their team and play a key part in the ongoing success and development of their bespoke and globally recognised operation.The day-to-day responsibilities of this role include optimising plant reliability, leading and empowering a team, overseeing operations and maintenance, building stakeholder relationships and driving continuous improvement.The ideal candidate will have an Engineering degree or equivalent, with management experience and safety and quality knowledge. Having electrical knowledge is an advantage but not essential.Candidates must hold a British Passport and be able to pass Security Clearance.The Role: * Maintenance management in an industrial environment * Leading a multi-disciplinary maintenance team * Ensuring compliance and safety across the site * Monday to Friday, days-based (38 hours per week)The Person: * Engineering qualification * Team Management experience * Asbestos and Legionella experience desirable * Must hold a British Passport and be able to pass security clearanceReference Number: BBBH271209To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Eve Terry at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Project Manager - Defence A Project Manager is needed for an established privately owned UK supplier of engineering solutions for the defence sector. They specialise in the design, manufacture and support of control systems and power systems for defence platforms within the safety critical and harsh environment domain - particularly around marine applications. The Project Manager will lead a portfolio of complex engineering projects ranging from low value projects lasting a few weeks, to multimillion pound lasting several years. The Project Manager will be professionally qualified through experience, ideally from an engineering background and where possible hold a degree in an engineering discipline. The Project Manager will play a crucial role in supporting accurate project delivery and will be the driving force behind each project, providing direction and clarity of purpose to the project team, managing tasks and milestone delivery, and driving progress and the project pace. Key Duties • Owning the delivery of a portfolio of projects through full life cycle by applying proactive project management., • Planning, agreeing, and implementing a project delivery strategy, creating detailed plans to manage resources and tasks., • Ensure outcomes are compliant, delivered on schedule, on budget and to the required quality standards., • Being the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, internal and external., • Ensuring all team members are motivated, and project momentum is maintained., • Managing projects in line with policies, codes of practice and standards to ensure customer requirements are fully met., • Ensure that key functions are in place including scopes of work, processes, delivery, reporting, and reviews., • Create and maintain project management documentation including project plans, and Gantt charts, etc., • Maintain the project scope, identifying changes to requirements & reporting to commercial team as appropriate., • Monitoring project progress, audit activity and regularly update project management software., • Provide all stakeholders with regular updates on progress, risks, budgets, and decisions., • Produce weekly and monthly management reports as required., • Provide the board of directors with accurate monthly project update reports for your portfolio., • Experience in a similar project management role, delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects in engineering., • Familiarity with proven project methodologies but also able to be flexible and to use common sense., • Significant practical experience and preferably experience of working in the defence sector., • Ideally experience of managing defence sector customer projects with understanding of business systems., • Honours degree or HNC/HND/Project Management qualification in engineering & experience as project manager., • Must have good understanding of engineering principles, engineering practices, and related issues., • Able to prioritise tasks, identified required actions and make decisions that balance commercial priorities, technical constraints, and customer needs., • Ability to think laterally, solve problems, develop creative solutions, and identify root causes to blockers., • Able to promote collaboration – work closely with technical, operational, and commercial teams., • Able to remain focused and effective under pressure, to multi-task and deliver work accurately and to schedule., • Able to build lasting relationships and negotiate best outcomes with stakeholders at every level., • Excellent stakeholder manager, able to communicate and influence up to Director level., • Continuously improve to refine how to work, share best practice, and raise the bar for project excellence., • Expert user of Microsoft Office Suite. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Principal Design Engineer A Principal Design Engineer is neededfor an established supplier of engineering solutions for the defence sector. They specialise in the design, manufacture and support of control systems, and power systems for defence platforms within the safety critical and harsh environment domain. The Principal Design Engineer will lead the design and development of new equipment, having a broad range of experience and skills within mechanical design, sheet metal fabrication, manufacturing and prototyping, product development, CAD, and project management but also a good understanding of other manufacturing methods What you will do as Principal Design Engineer; • Lead a team of mechanical engineers to design and develop solutions for customers., • Create concepts, managing design compliance and regulatory compliance., • Ensure solutions are viable and designed efficiently for manufacture and assembly., • Be a technical point of contact for customers and accountable for successful delivery of projects., • Create effective technical reports to support bid responses, etc., • Designing, prototyping, and developing electro-mechanical products., • Substantiating designs using analytical methods, FEA software, and other simulation tools., • Developing high quality, cost effective and production ready designs in 3D CAD. What you will need as Principal Design Engineer • Degree qualified or equivalent with proven knowledge and industry experience, • Designing for sheet metal fabrication and associated manufacturing techniques., • Experience in stress analysis, • Demonstrable mechanical design experience and knowledge of a CAD system, • Ability to analyse complex technical issues and develop innovative solutions., • Confident in design justification, hand calculations, simulations, and testing., • Able to work with cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, and other stakeholders. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

About Us At Target Maintenance, we provide property and facility maintenance alongside fire safety solutions to the commercial and property management sector. Our coverage spans from the South Coast to Birmingham, and we work across a range of commercial and residential properties. We have a friendly, supportive, and down-to-earth working culture where people are trusted to get on with their work an... ZIPC1_UKTJ

About Us At Target Maintenance, we provide property and facility maintenance alongside fire safety solutions to the commercial and property management sector. With a reach from the South Coast to Birmingham, were known for delivering reliable, high-quality work across both planned and reactive projects. Weve built a positive, relaxed, and collaborative culture where theres no micromanagement - just ... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Join a family run electrical contractors and start with a company van, fuel card, and company pension scheme with a quality annual leave package. As Commercial Electrician, youll be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical installations and testing works, ensuring compliance, safety, and exceptional standards throughout. This opportunity is with a respected and established electrical cont... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Senior Heath and Safety AdvisorBedford - with travel to sitesUp to £49,715 depending on skills and experience Full-time, permanent This is a key role within our corporate Health & Safety team, with a dedicated focus on supporting our in-house maintenance service. You will champion a strong health and safety culture, ensuring that risks are identified, understood, and effectively controlled. You'll lead on developing and improving H&S systems, documentation, training, and assurance processes, while also mentoring and managing our H&S Apprentice. What You'll Be DoingHealth & Safety Leadership • Promote and maintain a positive, proactive health and safety culture across IHMS., • Ensure all systems, policies, procedures, and safe working methods are up to date, accessible, and embedded in day-to-day practice., • Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations and ensure follow-up actions are completed.Risk & Compliance, • Lead on risk assessments, safe systems of work, and COSHH compliance., • Conduct regular site inspections and assurance reviews, ensuring corrective actions are completed promptly., • Provide clear, insightful performance data and H&S reporting to managers and committees., • Support the maintenance and continual improvement of the organisation's health and safety management system, aligned with ISO 45001.Training & Engagement, • Develop and deliver toolbox talks and health and safety training., • Maintain the mandatory training matrix and support colleagues' competence and confidence., • Work closely with the H&S Operational Review Group and Employee Management Forum to promote engagement and continuous improvement.Team Leadership, • Manage, coach, and support the H&S Apprentice, ensuring high performance and ongoing professional development.Contract & System Management, • Oversee key H&S-related contracts such as driving licence checks and lone-worker devices., • Build strong relationships with external partners and identify opportunities to enhance systems and equipment.What are we looking for?Essential Skills & Experience, • Certified (CertIOSH) or technical (TechIOSH) or CMIOSH, • Strong working knowledge of health and safety legislation, guidance, and best practice., • Experience conducting risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and incident investigations., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels., • Highly organised, proactive, and able to work independently., • Confident trainer and presenter with strong attention to detail., • Access to your own vehicle and ability to travel to sites as needed.Desirable, • Experience in maintenance, repairs, or facilities management., • Experience managing assurance reviews and improvement actions., • Familiarity with IT systems used for managing accidents and assurance processes. Our Val

Cobalt Recruitment is delighted to be representing a growing and well-capitalised residential property operator in the appointment of a Regional Facilities Manager, overseeing a portfolio of assets across Luton, Cambridge, and Northamptonshire. This home-based position offers the opportunity to play a key role in the operational performance of a multi-site estate, ensuring buildings are maintained to a high standard while delivering safe, compliant, and efficient environments for residents and on-site teams. This role combines operational oversight with contractor and stakeholder management, with responsibility for planned and reactive maintenance, statutory compliance, and the ongoing performance of facilities services across the region. The Regional Facilities Manager will work closely with site-based teams and senior leadership to support service charge budgeting, lead or assist with FM tender processes, and drive continuous improvements in service delivery, asset performance, and customer experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Oversee the safe and efficient operation of a regional property portfolio, maintaining high standards of facilities management across all sites * Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, statutory regulations, and internal policies across the estate * Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and fabric disciplines * Conduct regular site inspections to identify property issues, specify remedial works, and sign off completed projects * Manage and monitor FM service contracts, ensuring delivery against agreed SLAs, KPIs, and quality standards * Support tender processes for FM services including service specification, contractor evaluation, and mobilisation * Maintain accurate compliance records, asset registers, maintenance schedules, and statutory documentation * Provide operational oversight and guidance to site-based Facilities Assistants and support teams * Monitor contractor performance and ensure value for money across all facilities-related services * Support the preparation of service charge budgets and manage FM expenditure in line with approved financial parameters * Produce regular operational reports highlighting compliance status, risks, and opportunities for improvement * Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders, contractors, and site teams to ensure consistent service delivery The successful candidate will bring experience delivering Facilities Management across a multi-site property portfolio, with a strong understanding of statutory compliance and maintenance coordination. Experience within residential or operational property environments would be beneficial, though candidates from comparable sectors will be considered. The role requires strong contractor management capability, clear communication skills, and sound commercial awareness when managing FM budgets or service charge expenditure. An IOSH qualification is essential, with NEBOSH and IWFM membership advantageous. If you are interested in this position, please apply with your CV today as this role may interview & appoint before the closing date of this advert.

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) About our Nursery Busy Bees Bedford Great Denham is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 82, staffed by a highly qualified and passionate team with longstanding members who bring extensive knowledge and experience. The nursery benefits from its close proximity to a local school, ensuring smooth transitions for children, and a large country park for outdoor activities. Conveniently located near local train and bus routes, it also offers free parking and the option of a four-day working week, making it an appealing workplace for childcare professionals. What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: • Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms., • Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children., • Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team., • Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs., • Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development., • Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

Your new roleWe're looking for a motivated, community-focused Housing Officer to join our team on a 12-week contract. You'll play a key role in supporting tenants, improving our neighbourhoods, and ensuring safe, well managed homes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who cares deeply about people, enjoys independent working, and thrives in a varied, fast-paced environment.The role involves acting as a visible and approachable point of contact for tenants and local communities while independently managing a dedicated patch. This includes carrying out estate inspections, home visits, and tenancy checks, and supporting tenants with issues such as repairs, rent queries, safeguarding concerns, antisocial behaviour, and tenancy changes. Working collaboratively with contractors, internal teams, and external agencies, the role also involves handling ASB cases, enforcing tenancy conditions, and representing the organisation in multi-agency meetings. Accurate recordkeeping, strong compliance awareness, and adherence to risk and safeguarding procedures are essential, alongside providing person-centred support, advocating for vulnerable tenants, and helping customers sustain their tenancies.What you'll need to succeedWe're looking for a customer-focused and community-minded individual with experience in housing or tenancy management who is passionate about delivering excellent service and building positive relationships. They will be confident communicating with diverse communities, resolving complex issues, and supporting tenants through challenging situations. The role requires someone who can work independently across their patch, manage a varied and demanding workload, and maintain accurate records while staying highly organised and detail-oriented. They should be safety-aware, comfortable with compliance responsibilities, and able to handle safeguarding, ASB cases, and enforcement procedures professionally. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, as they will work closely with contractors, internal teams, and external agencies, representing the organisation in multi-agency meetings when needed. Flexibility is key, with the expectation to work varied hours across the week, and ideally they will hold-or be willing to work toward-a Level 3 Housing qualification, alongside a full UK driving licence and business-insured vehicle.What you'll get in returnYou will be paid a competitive hourly rate and have a guaranteed role for a minimum of 12 weeks, with further opportunities for permanent opportunities. As a Hays contractor, you will have a dedicated consultant who will support you throughout the recruitment process as well as whilst you are at work. You will be given access to our training platform, where you can assign yourself to free online training to enhance your own skills.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire Alarm Engineer / Technician to join a well-established company! Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Salary: £32,000 - £45,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience. Location:Bedford, MK45. About The Company: They are a Fire Safety & Security Specialiststhroughout Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire & surrounding areas, offering services from fire ri... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Teknikal Specialist Recruitment are recruiting for a Maintenance Technician with an Electronics Bias. £50,000 DOE + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Profit Share | Bedford (Ampthill area) Double Day Shift | Further Education Support | Award-Winning Employer • What's In It for You?:Salary up to £50,000 DOE, • Profit share bonus scheme (up to 8%), • Private healthcare package, • Financial support for further education, • 24 days holiday + bank holidays, • Gym and cinema discounts, • Ongoing technical and professional training, • Clear route for career development, • Double Days shift: Mon–Fri (6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm) Our client, a respected leader in precision components and advanced technology, is seeking a Maintenance Technician with an electronics bias to join their Bedfordshire facility. This role is ideal for someone experienced in electronic fault-finding who is keen to work in a cleanroom environment on a variety of high-spec equipment. You will be responsible for conducting preventative maintenance, diagnosing, and repairing electronic faults, and supporting production efficiency across electrical, electronic and some mechanical systems. You'll also play a part in stock management, process improvement, and ensuring high safety standards. • What You'll Need:, • Apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Electronics or Electrical Engineering, • Experience working in a cleanroom or wafer fabrication setting (preferred), • Strong skills in PCB fault-finding, soldering, and working with motors/control panels, • Ability to read electrical/electronic schematics, • Confident working with PPE and chemicals REFER A FRIEND AND GET UP-TO £250! Call me to find out how it works

Healthy Homes Inspector Location: Cambridge / HybridReporting to: Building Surveyor (IHMS) Salary: £39,000 plus £2,000 car allowanceWorking pattern: Hybrid Hours: 37 hours per week We currently have an exciting opportunity for a candidate to join bpha's In House Maintenance Service, who make a difference to our customer's lives everyday by delivering a high-quality repairs service designed around them. We operate across Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and surrounding areas, and we utilise the latest technology to ensure that we not only deliver a great experience for our customers, but for our colleagues as well. We are looking for a Healthy Homes Inspector to join our Surveying Services Team. They will be responsible for identifying and specifying technical solutions to a wide range of building defects as well as ordering the works required and managing them to conclusion to ensure that our customers' homes remain free from hazards and disrepair. You will be professional, respectful, adaptable, self-motivated, take pride and ownership of your workstream, able to resolve the challenges it encounters, whilst keeping the customer at the heart of the services we deliver. What you will be doing: • Responsible for ensuring that IHMS Surveying Services Team operate within a strong culture of health, safety, environment, and quality that can be evidenced, stands up to scrutiny and audit., • Responsible for developing solutions that address the cause of the defects and provide a long-term solution using a building pathology approach, • Responsible for ensuring that all communications and documentation are recorded and stored in the appropriate bpha systems, • Responsible for the day-to-day operational completion of inspections and surveys, • Responsible for the creation of technical specifications that address the cause of the defects and provide a long-term solution as well as instructing works required, • Responsible for proactively managing contractors employed by bpha, ensuring that they understand our requirements, receive clear instruction and mitigate and control operational risk, • Responsible for ensuring that all works delivered by the Small Works in-house delivery team offer value for money and operate within the constraints of the budget We'd love to meet someone with: • Experienced construction professional with sound knowledge of maintenance and repair works, • Good technical knowledge around Damp and Mould, • Good knowledge & experience of landlord responsibilities, construction & housing health and safety, • Knowledge and understanding of health and safety issues affecting construction and associated works, • Experience working in the social housing maintenance sector, either client or contractor side, • Experienced in managing Housing Condition Claims (Disrepair), • Good communication skills Amongst what we offer you is: • A competitive salary, • 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays (Rising with services to 33 days plus bank hols), • A generous contributory pension scheme, • Private health care, • Free life assurance, • Enhanced family leave, • Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym, • Opportunities for learning and development, • Discounted gym membership, • Retail discount scheme Our values: We take responsibility - we do what we say we'll do and make the right choices, even when they're not the easiest.We're better together - we work as one team, value different perspectives, and achieve more by collaborating.We show empathy - we listen, respect one another and care about our colleagues, customers and environment.We're ambitious - we keep learning, improving and looking for better ways to make a positive difference. Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible

Crane Driver Wanted – Bedfordshire (Mon–Fri, 8am–4:30pm) Are you an experienced Crane Driver looking for a steady, weekday role? Join our team in Bedfordshire and operate in a safe, professional environment. What we offer: • Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, • Competitive pay and benefits, • Supportive and friendly team, • Proven experience as a crane operator, • Relevant certifications (CPCS, NPORS, or equivalent), • Strong safety awareness and reliability

Scheme Manager Location: Warwick House, Bedford Salary: £19,656 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time (30 hours per week) Closing date: 27 April, 2026 Are you passionate about helping people live independently in a safe and supportive environment? At Stonewater, we’re looking for a proactive and caring individual to join us at Warwick House, a welcoming retirement living scheme just a short walk away from Bedford town centre. As our Scheme Manager, you’ll be the friendly face of the scheme, supporting the Delivery Manager with day-to-day operations and ensuring our residents feel safe, supported, and empowered to live independently. You’ll take ownership of essential safety checks, including health & safety, fire safety, and the warden call system, making sure we meet compliance standards and deliver consistently high levels of service. Your keen eye for detail and proactive approach will help you identify and manage risks, including safeguarding concerns, and you’ll be confident in taking appropriate action to ensure residents’ wellbeing is always prioritised. What we’re looking for • Experience in housing or customer-facing roles., • Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office) and a willingness to learn new systems., • Excellent record-keeping and attention to detail., • A self-starter with great organisational skills and a passion for helping others., • Clear communicator who works well with residents, colleagues, contractors, and external agencies., • A practical problem-solver who delivers high-quality work and meets deadlines. Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check, satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work document. Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We’re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people’s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Bedford Salary - Negotiable DOE Monday - Friday 37 hours per week. Your new company: Based in Bedford, you will be joining a well-known and growing manufacturing business specialising in large-scale automated machinery manufacturing. Due to increased business and continuous growth, they are now recruiting for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their design and automation team. The Electrical design engineer will be involved in the design and development of a range of large- and small-scale machinery. With a range of customers, and a large order book, this is an excellent time for an Electrical Design engineer to join an ever-expanding business.Key Responsibilities & Duties: • Carrying out electrical, pneumatic design, • Carrying out the validation of all designs to the current safety standards and requirements, • Carrying out design studies and reviews and preparation of specifications for special applications., • Completion of the FAT document and 'as-built' electrical documentation. Skills & Experience required: • Experience designing electrical control systems for special purpose machinery., • Experience designing safety control systems and validation using appropriate software, • Good understanding of AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN, • Experience in compiling BOM's. Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us now on for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Building Safety and Asset Compliance Officer Hours per week: 37 Salary: £31,620 Contract type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months) Location: Bedford/Hybrid Are you passionate about building safety and compliance? bpha is seeking a dedicated Building Safety and Asset Compliance Officer to join our team. In this vital role, you'll support the Building Safety Manager in ensuring our customers are safe in thei... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Carpenter Multi Bedford • van and fuel card Permanent We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Social Housing Carpenter Multi to join our dedicated team in the Bedford area. Job Description: As a Social Housing Carpenter Multi, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving social housing properties. Your responsibilities will include: • Conducting repairs and maintenance tasks in various trades, including plumbing, painting, and general building maintenance however mainly Carpentry., • Responding to service requests in a timely and efficient manner., • Ensuring all work is completed to high-quality standards and in compliance with relevant regulations., • Collaborating with other team members and contractors to achieve project goals., • Proven experience as a Carpenter Multi in a social housing or similar environment., • Relevant trade qualifications in plumbing, carpentry, or another related field. (Desired), • Knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance., • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail., • Carpentry, painting, and general maintenance skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. If you are interested please call Grace @

Multiskilled Maintenance TechnicianWould you like to work for an employer would give you additional training, development and even possible support for further education? Does working for an employer who rewards you for loyalty and hard work interest you? Yes?.. We would like to hear from you.Our client are a well-established, award winning, leading components & tech supplier, who have been trading for over 50 years. Their company culture is to take pride in providing an innovative, creative and forward thinking environment for their employees. There are a market leader in their industry and are now looking for an Electronically biased maintenance Technician / Engineer to join their team near Kempston, Bedford.The Role: • As Maintenance Engineer, you will carry out scheduled preventative maintenance tasks and services, on predominantly electronic, electrical machinery and equipment as well as working on Mechanical equipment (full training will be provided), • You will be able to perform electronic fault-finding techniques to resolve breakdowns during production periods., • You will record all completed tasks, keep a stock inventory and track order spare parts., • You will communicate effectively, all levels., • You will have a good idea / keen interest in continuous improvement and look at ways to improve current processes., • Apprenticeship qualified or equivalent within an Electronics Discipline, • A positive can-do attitude and willingness to go the extra mile, • You have proven track record with Wafer Fabrications or working in a clean room environment., • You have a proven track record with electrical motors, controls panels, fault finding on PCB's down to component level and soldering., • You are able to follow a logical thought process when troubleshooting issues, • You have a proven track record working in full PPE with chemicals., • You have a willingness to keep learning and developing yourself and your engineering skills., • On-going career progression and Development, • People focused, progressive forward thinking company & team, • Salary £45k DOE, • Company Pension, • Profit Share up-to 8%, • Private Health Care Package, • Gym & Cinema discounts, • Financial support to continue or commence study at University or College., • Double Days Shift Pattern Mon-Friday (6am to 2pm/ 2pm-10pm)

Job Responsibilities : • Responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and on-site technical services of various robots (e.g., drones, robotic dogs/humanoid robots, robotic vacuum cleaners, etc.)., • Perform equipment testing, minor repairs, major repairs, and troubleshooting according to work orders, including functional testing, appearance inspection, module replacement, disassembly and assembly of structural components, etc., • Carry out standardized operations based on manufacturer maintenance manuals, SOPs, and training materials, continuously learn through certification programs, and be willing to provide training within the team., • Collaborate with multinational brand partners to conduct remote diagnostics, report on-site issues, and participate in optimizing maintenance standards., • Maintain a strong awareness of electrical safety; operate in high-safety environments such as those with >100Wh lithium batteries; strictly adhere to fire prevention, explosion prevention, electrostatic discharge prevention, charging/discharging, and disposal procedures; comply with local fire regulations and assist in facility fire inspections and corrective actions., • Assist in organizing maintenance records and work order documentation to ensure data accuracy and traceability. Job Requirement： • Possess post-sales or maintenance experience in Europe with 3C products, drones, robots, AGVs, robotic arms, electric vehicles, or related equipment. A university degree in Electronic Engineering/Robotics is preferred, along with relevant electrical certifications (e.g., NEC 1010, City & Guilds 2768)., • Strong customer-facing skills and on-site technical service capabilities; able to adapt to dynamic field environments across different countries and independently perform mobile on-site support., • Capable of basic programming and debugging (e.g., parameter adjustments, firmware updates, log analysis)., • Hands-on skills with a solid understanding of electromechanical structures and modular repair methods., • Proficient in English communication to collaborate with headquarters engineers for complex troubleshooting; preference given to local employees who also speak Chinese., • Highly sensitive to safety regulations, with strict adherence to standards for lithium batteries, high voltage, electrical safety, and fire prevention., • Hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Plant Operations & Maintenance Manager Bedford | £60,000–£65,000 | Onsite This is a leadership role with real influence. You’ll take ownership of operations and maintenance across a highly specialised engineering site, ensuring critical facilities run safely, reliably and without disruption. The environment is complex, the standards are high, and the impact of getting it right is significant. But this isn’t just about keeping things running. The business is going through a period of change and is looking for someone who can modernise how the team operates — moving away from traditional command-and-control leadership towards a more empowered, accountable and high-performing culture. You’ll lead a multi-disciplinary team of electrical and mechanical engineers and technicians, setting direction, improving processes and building a stronger, more collaborative way of working. What you’ll be doing • Leading and developing a team responsible for site operations and maintenance, • Ensuring facilities are safe, compliant and fully available to meet demanding schedules, • Planning and delivering maintenance, outages and improvement programmes, • Driving plant reliability and performance through better asset strategies, • Managing budgets, suppliers and key stakeholder relationships, • Acting as a key point of accountability for safety, compliance and governance, • Driving continuous improvement across processes, culture and performance What will make you a fit • Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering or maintenance teams, • Strong background in plant operations, facilities or industrial environments, • An electrical bias (high-voltage experience beneficial), • Comfortable operating in regulated, safety-critical environments, • A leadership style focused on coaching, empowerment and accountability, • Eligible for UK Security Clearance Why this role stands out • Opportunity to reshape team culture and leadership approach, • High-impact role in a technically unique engineering environment, • Strong mix of people leadership, operations and strategy, • Long-term stability with meaningful technical challenges This is ideal for someone who enjoys leading from the front, improving how teams operate, and taking real ownership of complex engineering environments. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a visible impact on both operations and culture, this is worth a conversation. Apply for a confidential discussion.

The Company An established and innovative manufacturer of bespoke machinery is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Fitter to join their production team. This is a hands-on, multi-skilled role within a fast-paced engineering environment, ideal for someone who enjoys variety and technical challenges. The Role • Assemble, test, and commission machinery ahead of pre-delivery factory acceptance tests, • Mechanical fitting of custom-built machines, • Interpret and work from engineering/technical drawings, • Install and integrate components such as motors, gearboxes, belts, bearings, and pneumatic/automation systems, • Use a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively, • Maintain a strong understanding of health and safety procedures, • Apply basic IT skills in daily operations, • Support development and refinement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), • Contribute to team training and development efforts, • Diagnose and resolve mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical faults in machinery (desirable) The Candidate Strong mechanical engineering background Experience in machinery commissioning and bespoke machine assembly Relevant engineering qualifications or apprenticeship served Skilled in machining processes such as turning and milling Desirable: Forklift driving certification and working at height experience Bonus: Experience with PLCs and automation systems The Package A competitive salary will be offered and discussed during the call with the agency. We operate and advertise as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for contract/temporary roles.

Are you a Health and Safety coordinator looking for the next step in your career? Do you have a background in logistics, engineering or manufacturing? Are you a people person who enjoys supporting team members in H&S best practice? MacGregor Black are partnering with a logistics business on the search for a H&S Officer. This is a PERM role based in Bedford. Key Responsibilities: • Be the day-to-day H&S contact being visible and interacting with the wider business., • Monitor H&S processes and support the resolution of identified issues with the relevant manager., • Ensure legal requirements such as risk assessments are in place and being maintained., • Oversee incident reporting process to ensure timely completion of investigation and action requirements., • Assist with training to increase H&S awareness and competency., • Support environmental matters and form part of the wider EHS Team., • Improve H&S performance by aligning ways of working and processes across the business What We're Looking For: • H&S background with experience across a wide range of H&S topics., • Strong understanding of H&S legislation and compliance requirements., • NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent qualification) and experience required., • Self-starter with an analytical and methodical approach to work, able to both complete tasks and develop new systems as necessary., • Professional manner with strong interpersonal/communication skills and persuasive abilities., • Confident user of Microsoft Office and business applications., • Strong organisational ability and experience, • Able to work collaboratively and foster a safety-first culture, • Site based with regular travel. Salary – £40k + package Please contact Rob Blackburn today for further information.

Night Support Mentor When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act. Job Title: Night Support Mentor (FTC) Location: Luton. Unfortunately, this service does not have step free access. Salary: £24,500 Shift Pattern: Fixed Term contract until May 2028. 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a rota which can range between 20:30 - 8:00 You may be required to work outside these hours dependent on service and resident requirements including weekends and bank holidays. About the Role We are looking for a dedicated Night Support Mentor to join us in delivering a person centred and bespoke trauma informed support to women in Luton. This new service will provide a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for women facing sexual exploitation and substance dependency – a place they can truly call home. Through stable, person-centred care, you'll play a vital role in empowering women to rebuild their lives and embrace brighter futures. In this role, as a Night Support Mentor, you will work within a 24 hour service which provided person centred support to our residents, working to ensure the safety and wellbeing. Our residents have experienced multiple forms of exclusion, such as historical/ongoing abuse, involvement in the criminal justice system, mental health challenges, drug and/or alcohol dependency and enduring high levels of violence and coercion. You will build trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations. Responsibilities Include: • Holding a caseload, conducting key work sessions which are personable to resident needs, • Carry out regular welfare checks, safeguarding checks, and general living checks, • Encourage residents to take part in activities and events both within the service and the community, • Keep support plans up to date on a regular basis, • Work closely with the rest of the team to provide overall excellent service delivery, this may mean also supporting with their caseloads, and other tasks as necessary, • Building trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through tailored one to one sessions, group sessions, in and out of service activities, and general wellbeing check ins. We are passionate about working in a supportive, solution focused and trauma informed way to support our residents and participants to make and sustain positive change. The successful candidate will work as part of a team to deliver exceptional support to women at a particularly challenging time in their lives. We are looking for passionate, motivated and proactive individuals who are dedicated to making a positive difference. • Due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act., • Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds and/or a good understanding of the sector, particularly around multiple and complex needs, • Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face, • Experience working with, or thorough understanding of, domestic abuse and the systemic barriers faced by women. What we Offer • 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service, • Employer Pension Contribution, • Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card, • Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more, • Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work, • Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans, • Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling, • Life Assurance Scheme, • Cycle-to-work scheme, • Annual Staff Awards SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. Care | Support | Social Work | Social Worker | Support Staff | Homelessness Support | Complex Needs | Mental Health | Substance Use | Alcohol Dependency | Person Centred Support | Recovery | Independence | Housing Support | 24 hour Service | Night Shift Support

Due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act. Job Title: Support Mentor (FTC) Location: Luton. Unfortunately, this service does not have step free access. Salary: £24,500 Shift Pattern: Fixed Term contract until May 2028. 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a rota which can range between 08:00 - 20:00 You may be required to work outside these hours dependent on service and resident requirements including weekends and bank holidays. About the Role We are looking for a dedicated team to deliver person centred and bespoke trauma informed support to vulnerable women in Luton. This new service will provide a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for women facing sexual exploitation and substance dependency – a place they can truly call home. Through stable, person-centred care, you'll play a vital role in empowering women to rebuild their lives and embrace brighter futures. In this role, as a Support Mentor, you will work within a 24 hour service which provided person centred support to our residents, working to ensure the safety and wellbeing. Our residents have experienced multiple forms of exclusion, such as historical/ongoing abuse, involvement in the criminal justice system, mental health challenges, drug and/or alcohol dependency and enduring high levels of violence and coercion. You will build trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations. Responsibilities Include: • Holding a caseload, conducting key work sessions which are personable to resident needs, • Carry out regular welfare checks, safeguarding checks, and general living checks, • Encourage residents to take part in activities and events both within the service and the community, • Keep support plans up to date on a regular basis, • Work closely with the rest of the team to provide overall excellent service delivery, this may mean also supporting with their caseloads, and other tasks as necessary, • Building trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through tailored one to one sessions, group sessions, in and out of service activities, and general wellbeing check ins. We are passionate about working in a supportive, solution focused and trauma informed way to support our residents and participants to make and sustain positive change. The successful candidate will work as part of a team to deliver exceptional support to women at a particularly challenging time in their lives. We are looking for passionate, motivated and proactive individuals who are dedicated to making a positive difference. • Due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act., • Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds and/or a good understanding of the sector, particularly around multiple and complex needs, • Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face, • Experience working with, or thorough understanding of, domestic abuse and the systemic barriers faced by women. What we Offer • 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service, • Employer Pension Contribution, • Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card, • Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more, • Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work, • Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans, • Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling, • Life Assurance Scheme, • Cycle-to-work scheme, • Annual Staff Awards SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.

Become a Driving Instructor – Nationwide | Earn Up to £50,000+ with My Four Wheels \n Looking for a new career with flexibility, independence and great earning potential? My Four Wheels is a 5-star rated driving school with 500 instructors already on the road nationwide — and we’re expanding across the UK. \n This opportunity is ideal for anyone considering a career change. You don’t need previous instructing experience — just a professional attitude, good people skills and the willingness to learn. We’ll train you from the start and guide you all the way to becoming an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). \n Why this opportunity stands out \n Excellent Earning Potential (£38/hour typical lesson rates) Lesson rates average around £38 per hour, supporting strong income whether you work part-time or full-time. For example, working 32 hours per week can deliver earnings up to £39k per year, and those working 40hrs have the opportunity to reach £50,000+. \n Total Flexibility You decide when you work — mornings, evenings, weekends, or a full-time diary. It’s a career that fits around your life. \n Local Work, Less Travel Most instructors teach within 30 minutes of home, typically covering 6–8 postcodes, helping you maximise teaching time and reduce travel. \n Earn While You Train After passing DVSA Part 2, you are able to apply for a trainee licence, allowing you to begin teaching and earning sooner while completing the final stage of qualification. \n New Training Academy – Full Support Built In Our new Training Academy provides a structured route through DVSA Parts 1, 2 and 3, combining: \n\n • Flexible online learning for theory and preparation\n, • In-car coaching to build driving and teaching ability\n, • Live classroom sessions for extra guidance and confidence\n, • Hold a full UK driving licence for at least 3 years\n, • Have no more than 5 penalty points\n, • Have no bans in the last 5 years\n

Site Manager Houghton Conquest, Bedford, South Midlands region, MK45 3JP Competitive salary + attractive benefits At Miller Homes we are building homes in a way which allows us to build better places for people to belong to, better homes for customers and better places for communities to thrive and nature to prosper. We are also creating a better working environment for our people. We create better places where people and planet prosper. We are looking to recruit a Site Manager based at our development in Houghton Conquest, near Bedford, in our South Midlands region who will play a key role in ensuring that all aspects of the development are delivered to meet specified financial, quality, construction and safety targets and standards. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ensure all labour on site including direct and sub-contract carry out their activities in accordance with the build programme., • Ensure all site activities, direct labour and sub-contract packages are carried out in strict accordance with the ‘Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan’., • Ensure, in liaison with the Commercial department, that all orders for materials, services and sub-contractors are in place and called off as required., • Together with Contracts Manager, maintain communication with Senior Directors REQUIREMENTS: • Previous experience in a Site Manager / Senior Site Manager role within housebuilding, • NVQ construction, Level 4 or above, or qualified by experience, • Drive and ambition to win internal and external awards, e.g. NHBC, SH&E awards, Considerate Contractor, • Able to oversee a site team WHAT WE OFFER: • Competitive basic salary, • 26 days annual leave + public holidays + your birthday off, • Opportunity to earn 25% bonus, • Company car, or £5k car allowance

Health & Safety Consultant | Bedford Fixed-term Contract (Up to 10 Weeks) – To Start: End of April 2026 Competitive Day Rate About the Role: TSA Riley’s Health & Safety team are seeking to hire an experienced Health & Safety Consultant to work in a fast-paced logistics environment for a global, blue-chip client. This is a fixed-term contract for up to 10 weeks, and the successful candidate will be paid a competitive day rate and be based at one or more of our client’s site(s), within the Bedford area. Day to day you will be based on site for up to 10 hours a day. Some weekend works may be required. Exact details of the assignment, including hours, days worked and locations can be discussed further with shortlisted candidates at interview stage. This is an exciting opportunity for a Health & Safety Consultant to join an established and professional team with the primary purpose of supporting and advising the project team. This will require a hands-on approach, excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with all stakeholders. Duties & Responsibilities: Typical duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: • Recording and maintaining accurate daily and weekly metrics., • Reporting to onsite management teams using corporate reporting systems., • Supporting stakeholders and the project team with compliance and HS regulations., • Carrying out regular site walks throughout the day., • Completing risk assessments with attention to detail., • Carrying out toolbox talks, • Attending and chairing various meetings with the stakeholders and the wider project team., • Advising and recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics. Experience and Qualifications Required: Essential Qualifications: • NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent, • CSCS card Skills & Experience: • We work with a global, online distribution organisation who use their own bespoke health & safety reporting platform. Prior experience of using similar bespoke systems would be advantageous., • 3+ years CDM Health & Safety experience spent specifically on large scale commercial construction sites within the UK., • Prior experience of working on industrial warehouse projects would be advantageous, but is not essential., • Strong understanding of UK building regulations and the ability to apply that knowledge in offering recommendations and advice relating to onsite design challenges., • Strong communication skills., • Ability to review risk assessments in a working environment and advise on reasonably practicable control measures., • Ability to solve problems and generally provide sound and strategic recommendations and advice to the clients and other stakeholders., • The ability to work collaboratively with internal and external teams., • Pro-active approach to risks and challenges as well as the ability to self-manage your time and priorities., • Knowledge of RAMS. Who we are: TSA Riley has a 130-year heritage dating back to 1890 when Henry Riley Esq first established a quantity surveying practice in London. In Asia Pacific we trace our roots back to the 1980s through the merging of several respected, small project management and advisory firms. Now, in the 21st century, we're defining and pioneering a new way of helping our clients drive greater value and impact from their built assets. Plan. Deliver. Optimise. We call this project consulting. We provide expert strategic, commercial and operations advice; project and cost management; carbon advice; and dispute resolution. This uniquely broad range of services - across the project lifecycle - means we understand the interdependencies at every stage. We combine this with hands-on experience and personalised service to drive greater value, impact and certainty for our clients' projects. Our Values: • We win together: Collaborate openly, learn from each other and succeed as one global team., • We own it, always: Act with integrity and take responsibility to deliver with purpose., • We focus on what matters: Striving for high standards to create meaningful, lasting and sustainable impact., • We are curious: Embrace agility and change, explore ideas and turn our curiosity into progress. TSA Riley is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We welcome applications from candidates who are interested in working with us but are not able to commit to a full-time role and/or would require forms of flexible working. Additionally, we provide hybrid working as standard practice. We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application. No Agencies Please

ABOUT US At Hexagon, we do not just measure the world – we define its future. As the global leader in measurement technologies, we provide the confidence that vital industries rely on to build, navigate, and innovate. From microns to Mars, our solutions drive productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability across aerospace, agriculture, automotive, construction, manufacturing, and mining. Yet measurement is only the beginning. We bridge the physical and digital worlds with cutting-edge metrology, reality capture, and positioning solutions – making industries and cities safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Hexagon’s Geosystems division specifically focuses on combining accurate measurement, positioning, and mapping technologies with industry-tailored workflows to help geodata-dependent industries capture, visualise, and analyse the physical world, turning data into actionable insights for better decision-making and improved efficiency. Looking forward, we are striving to enable our customers to meet sustainability and demographic challenges – ultimately advancing them towards truly autonomous solutions. Measurement is the foundation of progress. When it has to be right, it has to be Hexagon. ROLE & PURPOSE OF THE POSITION To partner with the Global People Partners and Global Process Owners to build high-performing teams and delivers People initiatives that enable business growth across a diverse, multi-country region. This role supports the full employee lifecycle, drives organisational effectiveness, champions company culture, and ensures compliance with regional employment legislation. THIS APPEALS TO YOU • Support regional leaders across all divisions on all people-related matters by identifying HR priorities and delivering on the people management strategies that align with the company’s overall goals., • Lead and support the local People Partner in the Netherlands while overseeing People Partner operations for Belgium., • Support strategic projects in collaboration with Global People Partners and Global Process Owners., • Provide advice and guidance to managers on employee relations cases, ensuring that these are well managed and follow process, best practice and employment legislation., • Lead on employee relations case management, (e.g. disciplinaries, grievances, performance, attendance, dismissals, employment tribunals), • Support and guide managers to strengthen their skills and confidence in managing people matters., • Provide full HR support along the Employees Life cycle for all our employees ensuring that the service provided by HR is professional, timely and reflects Company core values., • Support the Global Business Services team in Barcelona with all administration tasks including Payroll processing for three entities., • Collaborate with local stakeholders and employees on local/global People & Culture initiatives., • Ensure HR activities comply with the needs of ISO certifications as required, • Ensure HR governance and compliance is followed for all relevant processes, • Keep up to date with legal developments and advise on HR compliance THIS IS YOU Education & Professional Credentials • Relevant HR experience or Senior HR Advisor experience., • Confident, proactive, and able to work independently., • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills., • CIPD Level 5+ (or equivalent experience). HR Experience & Background • Familiarity with a broad range of HR functions: e.g. recruitment/talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, HR operations and compliance. CORE BEHAVIOURS • Integrity & stewardship: Acts ethically, ensures compliance, and safeguards the company’s reputation., • Customer obsession: Prioritises responsiveness, accuracy, and service quality in every interaction., • Ownership & bias to action: Takes responsibility for resolving issues promptly and effectively., • Continuous improvement: Proactively identifies and implements operational and service enhancements., • Collaboration: Works closely with Sales, Divisions, and other functions to ensure seamless customer experience., • People leadership: Develops technical competence and engagement within the service and support team., • Resilience: Maintains focus and composure when managing high workloads, deadlines, or escalations. Hexagon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. At Hexagon, we believe that diversity of thought, background, and experience makes us stronger. Our people’s passion, creativity, and dedication drive our success, and we strive to be the place where talented individuals want to grow and do their best work. At Hexagon Geosystems, our energy and engagement are reflected in our commitment to innovation, integrity, and excellence. Here, you will find opportunities to develop professionally, take on new challenges, and be part of a collaborative culture that values both independent thinking and teamwork. Click here to learn more about Hexagon’s ___.

Cobalt Recruitment is pleased to be partnering with a leading property management business in the appointment of a Commercial Director, overseeing a flagship campus in the UK. This is a high-profile leadership role requiring a commercially driven and strategically minded individual to lead site operations, drive occupier engagement, and position the campus as a centre of excellence within the community. The role offers the opportunity to work across a dynamic, innovation-led environment with strong stakeholder exposure and long-term growth potential. Key Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Take full leadership responsibility for the operational and commercial performance of a large-scale, multi-occupier campus, • Drive the marketing and external positioning of the site, enhancing its profile within the scientific, academic, and commercial sectors, • Develop and maintain strong relationships with occupiers, stakeholders, and local partners to foster collaboration and growth, • Support leasing activity, including engaging with prospective tenants and contributing to negotiations, • Oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring high standards of service delivery, maintenance, and compliance, • Lead and manage on-site teams, ensuring performance, development, and alignment with business objectives, • Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation and all relevant statutory requirements, • Collaborate closely with asset management and wider business teams to deliver client objectives and maximise asset performance, • Drive community engagement initiatives, networking events, and partnerships to enhance occupier experience and site reputation, • As the successful applicant, you will demonstrate strong experience in a commercial property or campus management role, with a proven ability to lead teams, manage stakeholders, and drive commercial outcomes., • You will be highly network-driven, commercially aware, and confident operating within a fast-paced, evolving environment. Experience within science, innovation, or business park environments is advantageous. IOSH certification is required, with NEBOSH and IWFM accreditation being beneficial. If you are interested in this position, please apply with your CV today as this role may interview & appoint before the closing date of this advert.

If you have logistics and distribution management experience and are looking for a new challenge, MoviantoUK are hiring! As the Distribution Centre Manager, you will be accountable for the overall performance and success of the Distribution Centre at our Bedford site. You will be working Monday to Friday (37.5 hours a week) and will be paid up to £60,000.00 per annum. Benefits • No weekend or bank holiday working, • Discounted gym memberships, • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), • Eligibility for Bonus Scheme, • Car allowance, • Holiday Purchase scheme, • Flexible pay through Stream, • Life Assurance, • Up to 5% Employer Pension Contribution, • Access to Simply Health, • 24/7 GP, physiotherapy and counselling through our EAP service, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Access to MyRewards, a benefits platform Who we are Movianto is a leading pharmaceutical supply chain solutions partner offering best-in-class logistics quality for the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and diagnostic industries. Purpose of the role To be responsible for the overall performance and success of the Distribution Centre, ensuring the effective delivery and collection of customer products within the assigned geographical area, while consistently achieving agreed KPIs and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). How you’ll make an impact as a Distribution Centre Manager at Movianto: • Operational Leadership, • Create and maintain a best-in-class operational environment, • Promote and maintain Health & Safety culture, • Ensure compliance with transport legislation, operating within DVSA requirements and Operator Licence obligations., • Ensure depot operations comply with MHRA regulatory requirements and product handling guidelines., • Foster a customer-first culture across the depot., • Create and build excellent working relationships with the Warehouse management team to ensure smooth operational capabilities., • Work collaboratively with Key Account Managers to monitor service levels., • Conduct regular client engagement and site visits, • Hold full profit & loss accountability for the site., • Ensure efficient utilisation and management of transport vehicles and depot resources., • Develop, review and deliver site budgets, targets and operational plans., • Manage supplier relationships in accordance with agreed Service Level Agreements., • Lead, motivate and develop the Transport team across the Business Unit., • Ensure all employees complete required training and development programmes., • Manage all HR responsibilities for direct reports, including recruitment, training, performance management, disciplinary processes and workplace Health & Safety., • Conduct regular performance reviews and 1:1 meetings with team members., • Ensure accountability within the depot team., • Manage workforce planning including permanent and agency staffing requirements., • Foster culture where teammates feel valued, respected and able to contribute ideas., • Continuously review operational processes - KPIs to drive improvements in service quality and efficiency., • Lead improvement cost-effective operational solutions., • Work collaboratively with IT and Solutions teams to automate processes., • Proven logistics and distribution management experience., • Demonstrated track record of improving operational performance, cost efficiency and team development., • Experience managing operational budgets, targets and KPIs., • Experience managing multi-temperature transport operations., • Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost models and profitability., • Financially astute with the ability to interpret and manage operational budgets and financial performance., • Strong leadership and team development capability., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., • problem-solving and ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively under pressure. What it will take to thrive as a Distribution Centre Manager at Movianto: • CPC National and International qualification required., • IOSH qualified., • Logistics or Supply Chain qualification desirable., • Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transport Management Systems (TMS)., • Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint., • Continuous Improvement knowledge such as Lean or Six Sigma desirable. Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now and become a part of our dedicated team! For more information or if you have any questions you can email - recruitment.uk @ movianto.com. Delivering healthcare across the nation – Movianto UK Movianto/Walden Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We comply with all relevant laws, health and safety regulations, and environmental guidelines. The role requires flexibility within the job definition, and the responsibilities listed are not exhaustive. We recruit based on merit, regardless of marital or civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Leader and Armed Forces-friendly organisation, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace. By applying, you agree to the processing of your personal data in line with our privacy policy, which ensures your details are handled appropriately for this or other relevant opportunities within Movianto/Walden Group.

Based in our Facilities in the West, the Ryan Centre, Stranraer or The Merrick Leisure Centre, Newton Stewart. Relevant experience in a similar role and in the delivery of leisure and sport activities would be an advantage. Knowledge of Health and Safety issues and current trends in leisure faciliti

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across nine sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role will be part of our BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire. This Senior Electronics Engineer position will work in the electronics design and prototyping department, performing key electronics designs in support of larger projects and guiding of electronic engineers within the team. This role is suited to a person with extensive experience in detailed electronic design, strong knowledge of safety- and mission-critical development environments, including DO-254 compliance and controlled design documentation processes. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & Design Execution: * Own and drive the electronic hardware designs for specific designs, implementing full design lifecycle from requirements capture through to production release. * Perform detailed design activities for digital, mixed-signal, Application Processor and FPGA-based, and high-reliability systems. * Provide expert review and approval of schematics, PCB layouts, component selection, and detailed design documentation. Design Standardisation & Quality Governance: * Act as one of the organisational Subject Matter Expert for DO-254 processes, standards, and industry best practice. * Maintain design assurance processes and verification traceability across safety-critical electronics developments. * Oversee configuration control, Verification and Validation activities Project & Stakeholder Coordination: * Work cross-functionally with Systems Engineering, Software, Mechanical, Test, and Programme Management teams to ensure aligned delivery. * Support bid development, cost estimation, design planning, and reporting to internal and customer stakeholders. * Ensure workloads, priorities, project risks, and dependencies are managed effectively to meet schedule commitments. Qualifications and Skills: Essential: • Strong project and programme management experience., • 5-8 years experience in electronics hardware design across digital and mixed signal systems, • Experience applying and designing to DO-254, • At least 1 year of wiring and PCB rework experience., • Significant expertise in detailed electronics hardware design., • Detailed understanding of the electronics manufacturing processes, • Excellent attention to detail., • Process driven, ability to read legislation and implement processes to ensure adherence., • Excellent time management/prioritisation skills, • Highly organised and able to work multi projects in fast paced environment, • Adaptable personality with professional approach, • Good verbal and written communication skills, • Excellent organisation skills, • Conscientious, with a proactive work ethic Desirable: • Experience of interfacing with subcontractors, • Experience writing VHDL or Verilog, • Experience writing embedded C and Python Subject to UK MoD security clearance vetting to a minimum SC level As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Nursery Room Leader Contract Type: Part Time Permanent Hours: 32 hours per week Hourly rate: £13.58 per hour Flitwick Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to inspire children's natural curiosity and support their development. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we encourage children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating setting. We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident early years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We Offer: A welcoming and supportive team environment A thorough induction and buddy system Ongoing professional development and leadership training Career progression opportunities within Family First A strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance Competitive salary and benefits package Requirements • Lead and support a team of practitioners within the room to deliver high-quality care and education, • Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all children at all times, • Oversee planning and implementation of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework, • Act as a Key Person and support team members in their Key Person roles, • Monitor children’s development and ensure observations and assessments are completed to a high standard, • Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and role modelling best practice, • Ensure the learning environment is safe, stimulating, and inclusive, • Work closely with parents and carers, building strong and positive relationships, • Support transitions for children within the nursery, • Ensure compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements, • Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain high standards across the nursery, • Support the day-to-day running of the room, including staff deployment and ratios, • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) — essential, • Previous experience working within an early years setting — essential, • Experience leading or supporting a team — desirable, • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements, • Excellent communication and organisational skills, • Passion for delivering high-quality early years education BenefitsWhy Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: · Annual leave: 24 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday · Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members · Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline · Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth · Pension: Company pension scheme · Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts · Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme · Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support · Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Flitwick Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Nursery Room Leader Contract Type: Part Time Permanent Hours: 32 hours per week Hourly rate: £13.58 per hour Flitwick Nursery, part of the Family First group, is a welcoming and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn through curiosity, exploration, and meaningful play experiences. We are passionate about delivering high-quality early years education and creating an environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and valued. Our nursery offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments designed to inspire children's natural curiosity and support their development. Through child-led learning and in-the-moment planning, we encourage children to explore, discover, and build confidence in a safe and stimulating setting. We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident early years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We Offer: A welcoming and supportive team environment A thorough induction and buddy system Ongoing professional development and leadership training Career progression opportunities within Family First A strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance Competitive salary and benefits package Requirements • Lead and support a team of practitioners within the room to deliver high-quality care and education, • Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all children at all times, • Oversee planning and implementation of engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework, • Act as a Key Person and support team members in their Key Person roles, • Monitor children’s development and ensure observations and assessments are completed to a high standard, • Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and role modelling best practice, • Ensure the learning environment is safe, stimulating, and inclusive, • Work closely with parents and carers, building strong and positive relationships, • Support transitions for children within the nursery, • Ensure compliance with nursery policies, procedures, and safeguarding requirements, • Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain high standards across the nursery, • Support the day-to-day running of the room, including staff deployment and ratios, • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) — essential, • Previous experience working within an early years setting — essential, • Experience leading or supporting a team — desirable, • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements, • Excellent communication and organisational skills, • Passion for delivering high-quality early years education BenefitsWhy Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: · Annual leave: 24 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday · Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members · Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline · Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth · Pension: Company pension scheme · Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts · Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme · Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support · Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Flitwick Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Class 2 Driver - Dray Location: Bedford, MK41 0QY Pay: £17 per hour Hours: 48 hours per week Shift: 4:00am starts About the Role We are looking for a professional Class 2 Drivers to work on behalf of our client in Bedford. As a Class 2 Driver you will play a vital role in ensuring deliveries are completed on time and in full, while providing a high-quality, professional service to your customers. Working as part of a team of distribution operatives and reporting to your Line Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Warehouse and Office teams to ensure the smooth running of the operation and the achievement of overall site objectives. You will be responsible for delivering products from distribution centres directly to customers. These include pubs, supermarkets, and key events. Key Responsibilities Deliver goods to customers safely, on time, and in full, following all legal and company requirements. Work closely with the Warehouse, Transport, and Office teams to ensure smooth daily operations. Support yard and loading activities as required. Complete multi-drop deliveries while maintaining high customer service standards. Carry out vehicle checks, maintain vehicle cleanliness, and report defects or incidents promptly. Adhere to Working Time Directive, driver hours, health & safety, and company policies. Handle delivery issues professionally, escalating to the Transport or Customer Service team when needed. ...

Electrical Design Engineer – Bedfordshire – £50,000–£55,000 – Manufacturing The Role As an Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical designs from concept through to production. You’ll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs meet technical, safety, and commercial requirements. Key Responsibilities Design and develop electrical systems, control panels, and schematics for manufacturing equipment Produce detailed drawings using industry-standard CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN) Support the full project lifecycle, from initial concept through to commissioning Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, BS, CE marking) Work closely with mechanical engineers, production teams, and external suppliers Participate in design reviews, testing, and troubleshooting activities Requirements Proven experience in electrical design within a manufacturing or industrial environment Strong knowledge of control systems, PLCs, and electrical schematics Proficiency in electrical CAD software Understanding of relevant standards and safety regulations Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail HND/HNC or degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline What’s on Offer Salary: £50,000–£55,000 Opportunity to work on innovative,...

Location: Company based in Milton Keynes (work remote though) Travel: Bedfordshire and London Salary: up to 55k Type: Permanent Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Electrician, ideally Approved, with a strong background working within data centre environments, LV switch rooms, and critical electrical infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical systems across data centres and similar high-spec environments throughout the South of England. This role would suit a highly competent electrician who is confident working on complex electrical distribution systems, understands critical power environments.. Key Responsibilities * Installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems within data centres and LV switch rooms * Working on low voltage distribution systems, switchgear, and distribution boards * Carrying out inspection, testing, and fault finding to BS7671 standards * Completing EICRs, certification, and test documentation * Working from electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications * Ensuring compliance with health & safety procedures at all times * Liaising with project managers, site teams, and clients * Supporting maintenance and upgrade works on critical infrastructure Essential Requirements * Fully qualified Electrician * AM2 / AM2S qualification * City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or e...

Key Responsibilities: * Provide competent information and advice all Health and Safety matters to employees across all services and departments; * Interpret new and existing UK legislation relating to Health and Safety and how that will affect the organisation as an employer, lease holder and

Electrical Operative Bedford Permanent Role Hours: 2pm - 12pm (1st month 8am - 4pm for training) Monday to Thursday Salary:£13.50 per hour, rising to £14.50 per hour after successful completion of 6-month probation Shift Premium:Additional £3.00 per hour between 5pm and 12am We are looking for a practical, hands-on individual with a keen interest in electrical work and a sharp eye for detail. This role combines production responsibilities with accurate data entry, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both working with tools and ensuring information is correctly recorded and maintained. You will be working within a busy manufacturing environment, supporting both shop floor production and administrative duties The Role: • Use of basic tools and machinery including crimpers, Molex crimpers, and wire stripping and cutting equipment, • Soldering, • Electrical safety awareness and basic electrical knowledge, including handling PCBs and electrical components, • PAT testing, • Mechanical assembly and product testing, • Data input and use of internal systems, • Strong organisational skills, • Ability to work independently and manage workload effec...

Health and Safety Manager |Bedford | £50,000 Plus Benefits Are you passionate about driving health and safety standards within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy leading site teams, improving compliance and embedding a strong, practical safety culture? We're seeki

Site Manager - Externals & Yard Slabs Major Construction Project | Externals / Groundworks Package Our client, a leading main contractor delivering major, logistics‑heavy construction projects, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to take full ownership of the externals and yard slabs package on a high‑profile scheme. This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused role suited to a decisive Site Manager who is comfortable taking control of large‑scale groundworks packages in a live construction environment. The Role As Site Manager, you will act as the single point of responsibility for the external works package, taking over day‑to‑day control from the engineering function and driving safe, high‑quality delivery to programme. You will lead all aspects of the groundworks and concrete yard slabs works, coordinating subcontractors, plant, logistics, and temporary works while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. Key Responsibilities Full management and leadership of the externals and yard slabs works package Delivery of works safely, on programme, and to required quality standards Day‑to‑day control ofgroundworks including: Earthworks Drainage Underground services Sub‑base construction Concrete yard slabs Planning, sequencing, and coordination of activities to support programme delivery Management of subcontractor perfo...