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We are currently recruiting on behalf of a successful manufacturing and distribution business for a proactive and detail-focused Purchasing Assistant. Working closely with the Materials Management Lead, you will help ensure materials and stock are available when and where they are needed to support business operations and customer demand. This varied role will see you involved in the full purchasing and stock replenishment process, from supporting inventory planning and supplier coordination to maintaining accurate system information and helping to optimise stock availability. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in keeping things organised and running efficiently. Key Responsibilities for a Purchasing Assistant: • Assist in the creation of monthly purchase offers to maintain optimal stock levels., • Generate and process Purchase Orders based on inventory data and sales trends., • Ensure alignment with suppliers regarding pricing, quantities, and delivery schedules., • Proactively expedite purchase orders and communicate with suppliers to secure realistic, updated arrival dates., • Act as the first line of defense against stock shortages by identifying at-risk orders., • Respond to internal queries regarding stock status and incoming deliveries., • Identify and action any issues (delays & potential stockouts) in a timely manner, escalating to the Lead when necessary. Key Skills for a Purchasing Assistant: • Previous experience in a purchasing/admin role within wholesale, distribution, or manufacturing., • A genuine interest in purchasing, supply chain, or inventory analytics., • Comfortable working with numbers, spreadsheets, and data to make decisions., • You question the status quo and want to understand the "why" behind the numbers., • Ability to manage multiple open POs and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Benefit for a Purchasing Assistant: • Hybrid working – Friday’s working from home., • 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays + 1 day added each year going up to 25 days, • Pension Scheme, • Death in service If interested in the above opportunity, I’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

Catering Assistant based at Hazeldene School - 12.5hpw At HCL SAFEGUARDING IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY.The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do. About us: At HCL, we're more than just a caterer. We proudly serve over 16 million meals a year, delivering outstanding dining experiences across schools and the commercial sector. As a Catering Assistant, your career starts here. We're passionate about developing our people, offering clear progression routes, ongoing training, and the support you need to thrive and advance within our team. Let’s talk about the role of a Catering Assistant: • Assist with food preparation, cooking and serve meals to children, • Upholding Food Handling & Hygiene standards, • Adhering with Health & Safety regulations, • Receiving, checking, and organising supplier deliveries, • Carry out washing-up duties, maintain a clean hygienic kitchen and dining area, • Representing HCL and reflecting our values in everything you do About the Ideal Catering Assistant: • Committed to safeguarding children and young people, • Food hygiene level 2 certification (preferred), • Basic understanding of health and safety procedures, • Knowledge of key allergens (preferred), • A committed team player, • Delivers high-quality customer service, • Demonstrate good punctuality, • Driven to succeed and grow Why join us? Salary: £12.71 per hour (£6,991 per annum) Hours: 12.5 hours per week - No Weekends, No Late Nights Schedule: Term Time Only – Enjoy all School Holidays off Uniform provided Rewards: Spread the Word & Earn Up to £500 - Refer a Friend! (T&Cs apply) Succeed with us: Career progression opportunities Excusive discounts: via VIVUP for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities Wellbeing matters: Support through EAP & Financial Support via Stream Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS Disclosure paid by HCL - No Cost to You If you're passionate, driven and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Take the first step and apply online - your Catering Assistant career with HCL starts here.

Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone’s favourite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,200+ restaurants, 350 franchise organizations, that serve 42+ million fans each week around the globe. That’s right… Taco Bell has 8,200+ restaurants in over 32 countries around the world, with offices in the U.S., Canada, UK, India, Australia, and Singapore. In our region (ONEUROPE), we are in the UK, Spain, Finland, The Netherlands, Romania, Cyprus, Greece, Croatia, Serbia and Sweden. And we don’t plan to stop there! We’re not only the largest Mexican-inspired quick service brand (QSR) in the world, we’re also part of the biggest restaurant group in the world: Yum! Brands .Much of our fan love and authentic connection with our communities are rooted in being rebels with a cause. From ensuring we use high quality, sustainable ingredients to elevating restaurant technology in ways that hasn’t been done before… we will continue to be inclusive, bold, challenge the status quo and push industry boundaries . We’re a company that celebrates and advocates for different, has bold self-expression, strives for a better future, and brings the fun while we’re at it. We fuel our culture with real people who bring unique experiences. We inspire and enable our teams and the world to Live Má s.And all of that comes with fun, year-round events like holiday and cultural festivities, development opportunities you can take advantage of from anywhere you are, and random recharge days – just to name a few. We truly believe that where you work matters and taking care of our employees matters as much to us as taking care of our fan s. At Taco Bell, we’re the New Kids, the Cultural Rebels growing fast across Europe! Are you up for to be part of this? Learn more about the role bel ow. About the Job: The Equity Area Coach oversees the people, processes and operations of Taco Bell-owned restaurants in their area. This includes training, coaching and supporting managers through planning, goal setting, and utilising success routines. Focuses on in-store problem solving/process improvement; sets standards; recognises and motivates Restaurant Managers, Assistant Managers and Restaurant Teams. Establishes and reviews unit-specific performance targets in guest service, margin improvement and employee satisfaction, maintaining company standards in food safety, product and facility specifications, allocating limited capital budgets to meet highest priority facility needs, introducing and reinforcing new company products and initiatives, and selecting, training, developing and motivating managerial emplo yees. The Day-t o-Day: Restaurant op • enings:Ensure successful and on time new restaurant o, • peningsRecruit and train the new restaurant management and team members Build People Cap • ability Leverage culture and people capability to fuel brand per, • formanceRecruit and equip the best operators in the world to deliver great customer exp, • eriencesBuild a healthy and robust bench of developed and capable, • ManagersLead by example – be a culture, • champion Leads performance management process for all employees, including performance feedback, appraisals, training and development planning and due process in resolving workplace disputes Deliver a Consistent Customer • ExperienceDrives customer-focused culture by serving as a role model in resolving serious customer issues and training managers to meet or exceed customer service, • standardsTracks, analyses and identifies root causes of customer complaints and leads management team to implement systematic, • solutionsPeriodically engages in restaurant audits in conjunction with RGMs to calibrate on performance standards and to provide an objective basis for performanc, • e feedbackEnsures that food safety standards are met in each unit supervised through direct observation as well as follow-up on food safety aud, • it resultsMonitors restaurant Speed with Service (SWS) performance and provides coaching to unit management teams to meet performan ce targets Grow the Brand, Sales • and ProfitsReviews and prioritizes store capital expenditure requests and establishes common vendor relationships where scale can b, • e leveragedEnsures that facilities and equipment are maintained to Taco Bell standards; coordinates facility upgrades or equipment, • replacementAnalyses sales, labour, inventory and controllables on a continual basis and coaches on corrective action to meet or achieve margin and sales gro, • wth targetsPartners with each Manager in the market to build sales over last year’s sales a, • chievement.Works with Restaurant General Managers to develop and deliver unit-specific Annual Oper ating Plans • Is This You?Degree is preferred, but not critical, • to the rolePassionate about providing excellence in execution of quality food, service, cleanliness and spe, • ed standardsExhibits great leadership behaviours around, providing coaching, developing the team, driving culture, problem solving, strong communication, time management, executing tasks and achieving results th, • rough othersDynamic, energetic and positive leader, a self-starter, proactively driven to get things done and does the right thing for, • the businessLeadership skills that exhibit an adaptable and resilient co, • aching styleGood communication skills, and strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills with exceptional team buildin, • g capabilityBasic business math and accounting skills, and strong analytical/decision-m, • aking skillsThree to five years of successful, high sales volume, operational management experience in the Quick Service Restaurant industry or retail, • environmentDemonstrated track record of workplace achievement in the selection, coaching and development of manageri, • al employeesProven ability to drive customer satisfaction, financial performance and employee satisfaction W hy Taco Bell?We truly believe that where you work matters, and we know a thing or two about what makes employees happy. Join us on our mission of feeding people’s li ves with más! Work-H ard, Play-HardA career with Yum! offers much more than just fantastic earning potential. We reward hard work and achievement with amazing incentives and benefi • ts, including;Company and performance, • related bonusGenerous pension with up to 11% compan, • y contributionPrivate healthcare with the option to increase to include family cover and extr, • a dental coverAnnual holiday allowance starts at 25 days with the option to buy or sell up to 3 extra, • days per yearAfter 5 years’ service, annual holiday allowance increa, • ses to 30 daysWe offer competitive maternity leave and flexible return t, • o work optionsPick n Mix Benefits to convert them into your very own benefits plans that’s unique to you - options include gym membership, health screening and tr avel insurance Ready to Apply?Please include your CV and cover letter in order t o be considered Beware of fake job postings using Yum! and/or our brand logos -- KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill -- on fraudulent sites. Yum! Brands only posts jobs on official careers pages and never asks for money during onboarding. Avoid unsolicited contacts via Telegram, WhatsApp or simi lar social apps.

HR Assistant Bedford £29,000 - £30,000 (Negotiable) plus excellent benefits 8 Month contract initially Hybrid – 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home. As key member of the HR Shared Services team, you’ll deliver a high-quality, customer-focused experience across the full employee lifecycle. Utilising People systems to provide fast, effective support and clear guidance to employees, leaders and candidates. • Manage and prioritise HR requests, ensuring efficient delivery in line with KPIs, processes, and procedures., • Provide high-quality, customer-focused support via a ticketing system, handling queries and offering guidance across a wide range of HR activities., • Support onboarding processes, including issuing contracts and assisting the Talent team as required., • Coordinate pre-employment screening., • Administer leaver processes., • Process employee lifecycle changes within the system., • Act as the first point of contact for HR queries., • Coach managers on employee relations documentation., • Manage employment references., • Produce and support HR reporting requests in line with GDPR requirements., • Maintain accurate employee data. What are we looking for? Skills/Experience: • Experience in a HR Shared Service environment, • Exemplary customer service skills, • Experience in working with all levels of leadership, • Sound knowledge of GDPR requirements, • Excellent communication skills

HR Assistant.Hybrid role (3-4 days per week in the office, in Bedford).Im working with a well-established, but rapidly growing, people-focused organisation (Technical services / £ multi-million t/o) to recruit a proactive and highly organised HR Assistant to join HR team. The HR team is very collaborative and supportive and has a great reputation within the company. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to continue a career in HR within a professional and fast-paced environment, where youll work across the full employee lifecycle. HR Assistant - The Role: As HR Assistant, youll provide essential administrative support to the HR function and wider business. Youll play a key role in ensuring HR processes run smoothlyfrom recruitment and onboarding through to employee changes and leavers. Youll also act as a first point of contact for HR queries, helping deliver a responsive and professional HR service across the organisation. HR Assistant Key Responsibilities: Working in a highly stakeholder-facing role, the position covers: New starter administration Onboarding ...

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Assistant Design Manager Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: #1394 Location: Bedfordshire Start Date: ASAP Salary: c.£35,000-£50,000 basic (DOE), plus a comprehensive package including a company car or car allowance, private healthcare, performance bonus, pension. Company & Project: An innovative and market-leading Main Contractor with a long-term and exciting pipeline of work in Bedfordshire is looking for an Assistant Design Manager with at least 2 years experience post graduation to join the business, working on a major programme of work in the healthcare sector. The Assistant Design Manager will work in a team to manage the design process from early feasibility and planning stages through to on-site coordination and delivery. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for an Assistant or Trainee Design Manager to gain long-term exposure to a landmark project, contributing to every stage of the design lifecycle from inception to completion. Duties & Responsibilities: Project Support: Help the team manage design details and information from early stages of the project to the finished build. Design Service: Work with the Senior Design Manager to ...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UKs 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. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, youll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support childrens lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Northampton Wootton Fields is an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 104, known for its passionate and longstanding team dedicated to giving children the best start in life. The staff go above and beyond to create engaging, exciting environments for the children. Conveniently located near Junction 15 of the M1 with regular bus services, the nursery offers free parking and lunch for employees. A flexible four-day workweek is also available, making it an attractive workplace for early years professionals. 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 its 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) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, theres more! Youll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner: Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage childrens growth and learning. Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support childrens physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Key Person Role: Oversee childrens development, care needs, and build strong family connections. Required Qualifications: What Were Looking For Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education. Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education Skills: Good communication capable or, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities. At Busy Bees, were committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse and youre ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education we encourage you to apply!

Finance Assistant - Kempston Salary: Starting salary GBP27,694 per annum rising to GBP29,540 per annumBasis: Full timePackage: 37 hours per week, Flexitime scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), Holiday allowance of 25 days (plus public holidays) on joining.Contractual Hours: 37Region: CentralJob Category: Finance Job DescriptionThis is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced administrator, who is detail-oriented, to provide financial and administrative support to the Finance Team. About the roleYou will be responsible for processing all income and expenditure, entering transactions into the financial system (Great Plains), maintaining accurate financial records, and managing office supplies. Key responsibilities includeAccounts payable: processing invoices and reconciling the purchase ledger, reimbursement claims and petty cashProcessing income, sales invoices, and banking in line with our financial proceduresMaintaining supplier and customer records, responding to queries, and recommending process improvementsCollating data for financial performance statisticsAssisting with statutory returns and year-end account closuresConducting monthly ledger reconciliations and maintaining Excel spreadsheetsResponding to stakeholder queries and managing authorised signatories/forms to ensure correct authorisation of invoices and expensesAssisting in providing training on financial policies and proceduresAbout youYou will have in-depth knowledge and experience of accounts payable and receivable, gained through hands-on experience. You will also have: Experience of using finance systems and computer/office automation systems, including Microsoft software packages such as Excel, Outlook, and TeamsA high level of attention to detail and the ability to accurately process invoices/dataIn-depth experience of processing petty cash claimsThe ability to work effectively to deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyThe ability to work collaboratively with peers, senior staff, and as part of a teamGood communication and diplomacy skills, both orally and in writing, with the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken EnglishMaths and English (GCSE Level 4 or above – or equivalent)For more details on the essential criteria required for the role, please see the attached job description and person specification. Why work with usWe recognise that you are looking for more than just a career. To promote a positive work/life balance, we provide the following benefits: Flexi-time scheme including flexible start and finish times, variable lunch breaks, and flexi-leave daysLocal Government Pension SchemeHoliday allowance of 25 days (plus public holidays) on joining; increasing to 30 days after 5 years service and 32 days after 10 years service (*pro rata if part-time or irregular working pattern)Paid training and development opportunitiesFree access to onsite gym facilitiesFree onsite parkingInstant access to the ‘Lifestyle Savings’ platform, which includes a range of discount cards from well-known and independent retailersEligible to sign up for the ‘Blue Light Card’ with access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high streetHow to applyIf this role is of interest, please visit our website for further information and to make a formal application. We ask that you include your full career history and reference your skills and experience in line with the job description and person specification within your application and supporting statement. The selection process will take place on Wednesday 17 September 2025 This post will be exempt from the provisions of Sectionof the Rehabilitation of Offenders ActExceptions) (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2023. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are ‘spent’ under the provision of the Act. The appointment will be made subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance at the level required for the role. Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safer recruitment, and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Required skills include excellent customer service and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. Lidl is seeking a Customer Assistant in Bedford. You'll engage with customers, manage deliveries, and maintain an organized store.

Wixams, part of the Extra Care Charitable Trust, are recruiting care staff now! This is an exciting time to be joining Wixamsand be part of a supportive team in a luxury retirement village. We provide a domiciliary care service all under one roof. No more travelling! Are you a Care Assistant who is compassionate, patient, and personable and would like to develop your career with us? If so, we would like to hear from you. • Role: Care Assistant, • Hours: various part-time contracts available, • 20hrs = 4 x shifts per week, • 15hrs = 3 x shifts per week, • Includes alternate weekends, • Shift times include: 4pm-9pm / 5pm-10pm, • Salary: £14.33 per hour, • Location: Wixams Retirement Village, Bedford Road, Bedford, MK42 6EA *Shift times are subject to change to meet the requirements of the service Extracare does not participate in the current “UK Visa Sponsorship” scheme and we would not be able to facilitate sponsorship. As a Care Assistant, you will be expected to carry out the following tasks: • Provide all aspects of domiciliary care to our re...

As a Customer Services Assistant, you will contribute to a passionate and friendly team working in a fast-paced environment. Our ideal Customer Services Assistant will:. Display passion for delivering excellent customer service.

Teaching Assistant(s) Required Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Roles Location: MK42 Area Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to work in schools across the MK42 area on a full-time, long-term basis. These roles offer the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with a wide range of additional needs across all age groups, from Early Years through to Post-16 settings. The Role Supporting pupils with SEND on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Working with students across a variety of age ranges and educational settings Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons Promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and academic progress Supporting pupils with needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities Requirements Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND Experience working across different age groups is highly desirable A patient, resilient, and adaptable approach Strong communication and teamwork skills A genuine commitment to helping every learner achieve their potential What We Offer Full-time, long-term opportunities Competitive daily rates Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant Opportunities for professional development and training The chance to work in welcoming and supportive school environments The MK42 postcode area covers Bedford and surrounding communities including Kempston, Elstow, Shortstown, and Wixams. If you have the SEND experience, dedication, and enthusiasm to support learners of all ages, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for an immediate start. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Are you a driven Conveyancing Assistant with a minimum of 1 years’ experience in the legal sector, looking for a new challenge with a prestigious Legal 500 firm? This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your outstanding administrative and organisational skills within a respected Firm where your contributions will be valued. A solid understanding of the conveyancing process is essential, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks and excel in a fast-paced environment. The Firm: Our esteemed Legal 500 client is a full-service practice with a nationwide presence recognised for providing high quality legal advice to private and commercial clients. With client care at their core, the Firm comprises specialists with diverse expertise, drawn from top-tier UK firms, ensuring clients receive the highest quality advice. Understanding the intricacies of business, with many team members boasting hands-on experience in multi-million-pound companies, providing invaluable foresight and risk management skills. What will be expected from you? Handling inquiries from clients, solicitors, lenders, and estate agents. Providing clients with updates and tracking the progress of matters Opening and closing files within the case management system. Ensuring compliance with AML, quality standards, and SRA and CQS regulations. Performing general administrative duties. Preparing and submitting client quotes and drafting completion statements. Reviewing mortgage offers and drafting reports under supervision. Conducting online searches Familiarity with leasehold transactions Ability to prepare apportionment statements for leasehold properties. Reviewing and reporting on searches with guidance Progressing towards checking freehold titles and raising inquiries with supervision Using the Land Registry portal to submit registrations, respond to requisitions, and order official copies, leases, and title plans Calculating Stamp Duty Land Tax and submitting applications. Preparing and submitting invoices, receipts, and payments to the finance department. Providing occasional reception coverage. Is this the position for you? A solid understanding of the daily functions of a legal office Strong computer skills, particularly in Word, Excel, and Outlook Familiarity with case management software Proficiency in English language Keen attention to detail In return for your hard work and dedication the Firm offer a competitive benefits package to include, target related bonuses, training and development opportunities along with many other impressive incentives! Vacancy Reference Number: 36788 PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with (url removed)

Bank Care Assistant Pay rate: £12.89 - £18.78 plus holiday pay, an hour, weekly pay Reference: HCA/BEDFORD/1 Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people’s lives? Jane Lewis is looking for Bank Care Assistants in Bedford! Our client specialises in offering specialist post acute rehabilitation, as well as management of long term neurological conditions. We are offering an exciting opportunity working within our group owned residential service in Bedford, working together to develop person-centred, evidence-based rehabilitation care plans that aim to maximise the individual’s independence and recovery. As an Agency Care Assistant we can offer you: Flexible shifts that fit around you Pay rates starting from £12.89 per hour, holiday pay inclusive 24/7 support from our branch team Comprehensive free training Opportunity for further development Your DBS Fee Covered Weekly Pay £300 Joining Bonus As an Agency Care Assistant, you must: Be over the age of 18 to apply Have the right to work in the UK. Be a UK resident, we are unable to offer sp0ns0rship. Have 6 months prior experience in a healthcare setting Have excellent communication skills and a basic knowledge of the sector Be able to build a strong rapport with service users who have varying needs and abilities Have a genuine passion working in the healthcare sector The duties of an Agency Care Assistant include assisting with daily activities, including personal care, meal preparation and medication management, promoting independence and a sense of well-being among service users. Established in 1987, Jane Lewis is a leading healthcare recruiter within the UK that puts people first. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to vulnerable individuals. If you are a motivated and caring individual, apply to be a Bank Care Assistant in Bedford with Jane Lewis today! *terms apply INDPRI

Location: Bedford Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm Job Type: Temporary We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Trade Counter Assistant to join a busy and friendly branch team. Key Responsibilities Deliver excellent customer service to encourage repeat business and build strong customer relationships. Process customer orders, quotations, and enquiries accurately and efficiently. Use the SAP system for order processing, stock management, invoicing, back orders, forward orders, and cash handling. Ensure branch stock levels are maintained and products are readily available. Support accurate and timely customer deliveries and quotations. Assist with receiving and booking in stock, checking for discrepancies or damaged goods, and allocating stock correctly within the warehouse. Maintain high standards of warehouse organisation, trade counter presentation, cleanliness, and health & safety. Develop and maintain strong product knowledge and understanding of company procedures. What We're Looking For Previous experience in a trade counter, builders' merchant, warehouse, or customer service environment is preferred. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail. Basic IT skills; experience using SAP or similar systems would be advantageous

Senior Optical Assistant Job in Clapham, South West London Location: Clapham, South West London Salary: Up to £32,000 DOE About the Opportunity Zest Optical are working alongside an exceptional independent opticians in Clapham to recruit a Senior Optical Assistant. We're not looking for somebody who is happy doing the minimum required. We're looking for somebody who gets excited by creating exceptional experiences, building relationships and helping a business continually improve. This is not a role for somebody who simply wants to greet patients, answer the phone and process appointments. Instead, it's an opportunity for somebody who gets genuine satisfaction from creating exceptional experiences, building lasting relationships and becoming an important part of a business that prides itself on doing things differently. The practice has built an outstanding reputation by offering a highly personalised experience. Patients aren't left to browse frames alone. They are guided, styled and advised. Time is taken to understand who they are, what they want and how they want to feel when they leave. Frames aren't simply sold, they are carefully selected. Recommendations aren't transactional, they're thoughtful and personal. The result is a loyal patient base that values expertise, trust and genuine relationships. As a result, the team are looking for somebody who loves working with people, takes pride in going above and beyond, and genuinely enjoys helping others. Technical optical skills are important, but attitude, enthusiasm and initiative are valued even more highly. The Role You'll play a key role throughout the entire patient journey, supporting both the clinical and retail aspects of the practice. Responsibilities will include: Welcoming patients and delivering a warm, professional experience Delivering frame styling consultations and eyewear recommendations Managing appointments, administration and patient communications Supporting collections, adjustments and aftercare Maintaining exceptional presentation standards throughout the practice Taking ownership of tasks and helping ensure everything runs smoothly day-to-day Contributing ideas and identifying opportunities to improve processes and patient experienceThis is a role for somebody who enjoys being involved and wants to make a genuine contribution to the success of the practice. About You The successful candidate will be somebody who naturally takes ownership and enjoys being part of a close-knit team. Most importantly, you'll be somebody who: Loves working with people and building relationships Takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service Has energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude Is naturally proactive and takes initiative Enjoys learning and developing new skills Is confident communicating with a wide variety of people Takes ownership rather than waiting to be told what to do Wants to contribute to something bigger than their individual roleWhat's On Offer Salary up to £32,000 depending on experience Opportunity to join a highly respected independent practice Ongoing training and development Greater responsibility and involvement than a traditional Optical Assistant role Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunity to build genuine relationships with a loyal patient base Long-term career progression opportunitiesHow to Apply To avoid missing out on this Optical Assistant opportunity in Clapham, please click the Apply link or contact

Our client has a vacancy for a Legal Assistant to join their busy residential team The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of residential conveyancing transactions including; Registered and unregistered title Purchase and sale transactions Remortgages Transfer of Equity It would also be an advantage to understand the SDLT forms, Land Registry Portal, Lender Exchange and LMS and Registration processes. You will need to have confidence in dealing with clients and professional contacts both in person and on the telephone, offering the best quality of service at all times. Responsibilities: Maintain Fee Earner’s diary arranging meetings and appointments. Deal with routine client correspondence and queries. Attend to clients both in person and on the telephone in a manner in keeping with the firm’s standard of client care. Create and maintain client records on the firm’s database ensuring that all correspondence and file notes are recorded on the system. Produce client correspondence and enclosures for mailing including client bills. Ensure the confidentiality of the client and firm’s information and documentation at all times. Maintain client hard copy files including copying, storage and retrieval of information. Dealing with completion funds/slips Ordering documents from Land Registry online system Search requests/monitoring returns and ensuring payments are made Stamp Duty completion Ensuring cleared balances on accounts before closure Request payments and record receipts of client monies. Arrange searches, reports and any other information as requested by the fee earner. Organising post and taking to the post office. To be responsible for typing, photocopying, filing, making and receiving emails and faxes Benefits: Attractive salary dependent on experience 26 days holiday + BHs Pension scheme Holiday bonus scheme Firm funded eye tests A very friendly and collaborative working environment Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so

Marketing Manager Location: Bedford area, Bedfordshire Salary: £58,000 – £65,000 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, (8:30am – 5:00pm) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time An established specialist machinery business is looking to recruit an experienced Marketing Manager to lead its UK marketing activity and support continued growth across multiple commercial divisions. This is a broad, hands-on marketing role suited to someone with experience in a technical, industrial, engineering, plant, machinery, automotive, construction equipment or capital equipment environment. The company supplies and supports specialist equipment used across sectors such as construction, utilities, highways, infrastructure, environmental services and industrial cleaning. The successful candidate will take ownership of marketing strategy, brand positioning, campaign delivery, content planning, digital marketing, events, promotional materials and agency management. You will work closely with the senior leadership team to ensure marketing activity directly supports sales growth, customer engagement and wider business objectives. The Role As Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for developing and delivering marketing activity across the business, covering equipment sales, aftersales, service support, spare parts and training. This will include managing campaigns, improving brand visibility, producing engaging content, analysing marketing performance and ensuring the business is presented professionally and consistently across all channels. You will also provide support and guidance to a Marketing Assistant, helping to prioritise workload, develop skills and maintain effective day-to-day delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the marketing strategy in line with wider business objectives. Manage campaigns across digital, print, events, website content and customer communications. Work closely with directors and senior managers to support commercial growth. Monitor market trends, competitor activity and customer behaviour. Track campaign performance and report findings to the senior leadership team. Manage relationships with external agencies, designers and third-party suppliers. Oversee branded materials including brochures, case studies, adverts and online content. Manage the marketing budget and ensure spend is measured against return on investment. Coordinate company attendance at exhibitions, trade shows and industry events. Mentor and support a Marketing Assistant with workload planning and professional development. Candidate Requirements The ideal candidate will be a commercially focused Marketing Manager with experience working in a business-to-business environment. You will need to demonstrate: Proven experience in a marketing management role. Experience within a technical, engineering, machinery, plant, vehicle, industrial or capital equipment sector would be highly advantageous. Strong campaign management experience across online and offline channels. Good understanding of digital marketing, social media, website content and paid advertising. Experience using platforms such as LinkedIn, Google Ads, Meta/Facebook advertising or similar. Ability to analyse marketing data and use insight to improve future activity. Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing budgets, suppliers and external agencies. A marketing degree or related qualification would be beneficial, but is not essential. Previous experience managing or mentoring a junior marketing team member would be advantageous. What’s on Offer Salary of £58,000 – £65,000 per annum. Permanent, full-time position with an established and growing business. Broad marketing leadership role with influence over UK marketing strategy. Supportive senior leadership team and collaborative working environment. Professional development and long-term career opportunity. This is an excellent opportunity for a Marketing Manager who enjoys working close to the commercial side of a business and wants to make a measurable impact within a specialist B2B machinery environment. Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience in marketing for technical products, engineering businesses, specialist vehicles, plant machinery, construction equipment, industrial equipment, environmental services or other capital equipment sectors

Teaching Assistant Start: September 2026 Full Time Academic Year Role (September 2026 – July 2027) £95 – £105 per day PAYE A forward-thinking primary school in Bedford is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join its dedicated Access to Learning team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with pupils who may require additional academic, behavioural, or emotional support to succeed in the classroom. As part of a thriving multi-academy trust, the school benefits from excellent leadership, shared best practice, and a strong commitment to supporting both pupils and staff. Your Responsibilities: • Work closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning • Deliver structured intervention programmes and targeted support sessions • Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and independence • Support children both inside and outside of the classroom environment • Collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff, and SEN professionals • Contribute to strategies that help pupils overcome barriers to learning Essential Job Requirements: • Experience working with children or young people • Ability to build positive and trusting relationships • Calm, adaptable, and resilient nature • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Passion for helping pupils achieve their goals Why join Teaching Personnel: • Weekly pay through PAYE – no hidden agency fees • Your own dedicated consultant for ongoing support • Free CPD and training opportunities to build your career • Long-term and permanent opportunities available • Be part of a supportive, professional network of education staff Important Information: The school is looking to secure the right candidate ahead of September and will be arranging trial sessions before the end of the summer term. If you're new to Teaching Personnel, we'll need to complete your registration and compliance checks before you can start, so apply today to get the process underway. Already registered? We'd love to hear from you — apply now or give us a call to discuss the role further. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Flexible Options Available: Long-Term Contracts, Temp-to-Perm, and Regular Temporary Bookings Are you a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding role in Bedford? Whether you are seeking a long-term stable placement, a temporary-to-permanent gateway into a fantastic school, or flexible temporary bookings that fit your lifestyle, we have exciting opportunities starting this September. We work with a variety of highly supportive Primary, Secondary, and Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools across Bedford. We are looking for individuals who don't just want a job, but who possess a genuine passion for changing the trajectory of a vulnerable child’s education. What You Will Be Doing: Providing tailored 1-to-1 or small group support to pupils with a range of additional needs (including Autism/ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and speech & language difficulties). Implementing tailored learning and behavior plans to ensure children feel safe, included, and motivated. Assisting class teachers in adapting materials to make lessons accessible and engaging. Supporting emotional regulation and sensory needs, creating a calm learning environment. Who We Are Looking For (Requirements): To maintain our high standard of support for Bedford's pupils, we are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria: Proven SEN Experience: You must have a solid background working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs (within a school, care, or specialized youth setting). Unrivaled Passion: An infectious enthusiasm for helping children overcome barriers to learning. You must be resilient, patient, and empathetic. Adaptability: The ability to hit the ground running, get stuck in, and build fast, trusted relationships with pupils. Reliability: Schools and children rely heavily on consistency. We need professionals who are punctual and committed. Safeguarding: An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service is highly preferred (or a willingness to undergo a new check). What We Offer in Return: Unmatched Flexibility: Choose the path that suits you—Long-term, Temp-to-Perm, or flexible Temp bookings. Competitive Pay: Weekly pay at competitive daily rates, fully transparent. Supportive Communities: Access to welcoming schools in Bedford with outstanding SEN leadership teams. Smooth Onboarding: A dedicated consultant to help guide you through our compliant safer recruitment process quickly. How to Apply Don't wait for September—schools are shortlisting and interviewing now for these positions. If you have the experience, the passion, and the drive to make a real difference in Bedford schools, click Apply Now or send your CV directly to (url removed) All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

HR Assistant Bedford £29,000 - £30,000 (Negotiable) plus excellent benefits 8 Month contract initially Hybrid - 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home. As key member of the HR Shared Services team, you'll deliver a high-quality, customer-focused experience across the full employee lifecycle. Utilising People systems to provide fast, effective support and clear guidance to employees, leaders and candidates. Manage and prioritise HR requests, ensuring efficient delivery in line with KPIs, processes, and procedures. Provide high-quality, customer-focused support via a ticketing system, handling queries and offering guidance across a wide range of HR activities. Support onboarding processes, including issuing contracts and assisting the Talent team as required. Coordinate pre-employment screening. Administer leaver processes. Process employee lifecycle changes within the system. Act as the first point of contact for HR queries. Coach managers on employee relations documentation. Manage employment references. Produce and support HR reporting requests in line with GDPR requirements. Maintain accurate employee data. What are we looking for? Skills/Experience: Experience in a HR Shared Service environment Exemplary customer service skills Experience in working with all levels of leadership Sound knowledge of GDPR requirements Excellent communication skillsPlease be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application