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Would you like to join Europe's leading premium health and wellness group? Our team members are the ambassadors of our business and the heart of what we do. W e are on the look out for a passionate Group Exercise Supervisor for our signature product BLAZE . BLAZE is one of David Lloyd Clubs six signature classes and renowned for being one of the most effective Boutique Studio experiences in the UK. As Blaze Supervisor, you will w ork closely with other departments to ensure the Blaze timetable and social events are managed in line with Programming Excellence principles . Alongside managing the MYZONE community, system and club reports such as H&S and compliance checks. Check out our BLAZE preview:" We create an environment where our teams feel a sense of belonging, an environment where they can thrive, both physically and mentally whilst fulfilling their full potential. About you : As a BLAZE Instructor: • Please be aware , you must hold a minimum Level 3 CIMSPA to apply for this role, • Minimum 1 year experience teaching group exercise classes, • You will have a passionate about health and fitness and able to support and inspire our members achieve their goals ., • Have overall great communication and interaction skills, • Be s elf-driven with a positive outlook, • Have a passion about customer service." Some of our perks :, • Franchise Membership to our clubs, • We offer bespoke in-house BLAZE Foundation Training, which is CIMSPA accredited , and quarterly Continued Coaching Education Modules to help you improve, boost, and enhance your teaching techniques., • The opportunity to teach classes under one roof saving you travel time., • Discount on our F&B offering., • Opportunity to change career direction whilst remaining in the Health & Fitness Industry. Join us and help us create a thriving and inclusive culture. Together, we're more than a Club!

Head of IT Head of Information Technology / Head of Information Systems – IT Strategy, Technology Leadership, Team/Line Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance; Management oversight of: Infrastructure/Cloud, Datacentre, Service Delivery, Applications, ERP, Security, Vendor Management, Programme Management; Business Intelligence, ITIL. Permanent, East Kent / Hybrid (3/2). £100k - £120k +Bonus +Car +Benefits (Negotiable on experience). Head of IT / Head of Information Systems required by leading organisation within the heavy building materials, logistics and construction industry. The Head of IT / Head of Information Systems will be responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, development, and management of information systems and technology infrastructure across all business units. This role ensures that IT operations are aligned with business strategy and drive digital transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure, scalable, and efficient systems (Enterprise Software Applications, Infrastructure) whilst managing IT operations, governance, cybersecurity, data strategy, compliance, budgets and personnel. As such you will have ultimate responsibility for: • IT Strategy, Digital Transformation, IT Programmes and the evolution of the IT environment, • Line and subsequent matrix management of a multi-disciplinary IT team, • Oversight of the design, delivery and management of all IT systems inc Applications, Infrastructure (Desktop, Server inc Datacentre, Cloud, Networks etc), • Oversight of core business systems including enterprise-wide ERP systems, • Service Delivery, ITIL processes and support for a mid-sized national userbase, • IT Security and Governance inc InfoSec Policy and Procedure, • Senior level business stakeholder engagement and advisory presenting relevant business intelligence to board level to drive operational change, • Budgetary management and reporting, • Significant experience gained in IT leadership roles at a senior level, • Strong leadership and management oversight experience of a small teams of Infrastructure, Application Support (ERP), Service Delivery and Project / Programme Management functions, • Vendor and departmental budgetary management responsibility, • Proven experience in enterprise IT management, systems integration, cybersecurity, and digital transformation (ERP/CRM/Azure Cloud, Networks etc), • Hands-on senior level Programme and Project Management expertise, • Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks (e.g., ITIL) and compliance standards., • Experience managing IT operations across multiple sites or business units is highly desirable., • Strong commercial engagement expertise with advisory business intelligence focus Easily commutable from Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Ramsgate, Deal, Folkestone, Dover, Faversham, Thanet or Ashford, Kent.

Temporary Lecturers - Various Subjects Location: Kent Competitive Pay | Flexible Hours | Ongoing Opportunities We are currently recruiting Temporary Lecturers to work with a leading Further Education provider across the Kent area. We are seeking passionate and knowledgeable individuals to teach a range of subjects, including: Maths English Plumbing Engineering Health & Social Care IT & Computing You will be delivering lessons to students at various levels across different courses. Whether you have extensive teaching experience or industry experience supported by some teaching exposure, we would be delighted to hear from you. What We Offer: Flexible working hours Various locations across Kent Competitive rates of pay Assignments of varying lengths If you have the relevant skills and experience and are interested in making a positive impact in Further Education, please get in touch today. The roles are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and x@nagrecruitment We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you newly qualified or looking to break into the mortgage industry? We’re on the lookout for passionate, driven individuals to join our team of Mortgage Advisors. Being able to walk our customers through the entire mortgage service, including providing advice on a range of products and service

This is you: a self-starter, with great communication & sales skills, a persuasive ‘people-person' who enjoys dealing with all sorts of customers, looking to stretch your business development potential to the next level. You're excited by the uncapped earning potential for self-employment where you get all your appointments and pre-qualified leads supplied by head office, and all the training you need to make your business a success straight out of the blocks. And this is us! Anglian Home Improvements, the UK's leading home improvement business, proud of our craftsmanship and service, which has kept customers coming back time and time again for over 50 years. All our products are made in Britain to the highest industry standards. But the quality products and excellent customer service are only made possible by having great people representing us – and we want to grow our team of outstanding sales and business development representatives. What you'll be doing You'll be quickly trainedup to know the products inside out; you'll be proud of them, and confident in selling them to customers using your existing and growing sales abilities. Your role will involve: Following up on warm sales leads, visiting customers in their own homes or utilising our new remote selling framework Giving persuasive business development pitches to convert quotes to sales Educating customers about the products and services offered, thinking on your feet and cross-selling other products where appropriate Working with customers to meet their unique requirements and get the job right first time, every time. What we're looking for You'll need to be self-motivated and confident communicating with a variety of customers at a senior level. You'll be: Proactive and results-driven Flexible towards varied workloads and working hours Able to provide a consistently high level of customer service Ideally experienced within Home Improvements (or similar!) A driver with a full UK driving licence and your own car What we can offer you This is truly a career where your hard work pays off – the more you put in, the more you get out! With OTE of £75k-100k (with uncapped earning potential), you'll also enjoy amazing bonuses - holidays, weekends away, tickets to sports events, and a full support package. You'll receive industry-leading training within your role along with a tour of our factory to help you reach your full sales and business development potential enabling you to take home market leading commission! If you want a rewarding self-employed career where you answer to yourself, manage your own time, and earn an enviable amount of money along the way, apply today, or request a call back. Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Companys value of Succeed Together we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the best person for the job regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees. TPBN1_UKTJ

About The Role: HomeServe are now recruiting for directly employed Drainage Engineers to join our team! Location - Canterbury Full Time - 40 hours per week. This includes some weekend, evening and bank holiday work Salary - £36,250 - £40,700 (salary dependent upon experience). Plus a £1500 guaranteed bonus in your first year HomeServe offers an industry leading reward package to attract the best in our field: Additional paid overtime Fantastic pension scheme including Income Protection Cover 33 days days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy, sell or carry over up to an additional week Up to £2500 Smart Tech and Home Improvements salary sacrifices to shop at Ikea and Currys, spreading the cost over 12 months Free HomeServe Cover 8 policy Employee assistance programme looking out for you and your family Company van with fuel card Use of company tools, uniform and PPE Access to our private award-winning training facility and our excellent team of field-based coaches to support your ongoing learning and development Learning and development opportunities Monthly breakfast meetings with your team to share best practices and keep in touch as well as monthly reviews with your line manager About the role: At HomeServe we put the customers' experience at the forefront of everything we do. As a Drainage Engineer you will undertake the maintenance and repair work of drainage systems in our customers' homes. You will provide industry leading service and help us enhance our reputation, whilst driving customer growth. About The Candidate: What you must have: HPWJ Water Ticket Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 penalty points Excellent customer service Proactive, 'can do' attitude Keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills At HomeServe youll be part of an open, engaged culture where everyone has an equal voice and the opportunity to get involved, as well as make a real difference in our customers' lives. You'll work in a fun, friendly and inclusive environment where people understand the value of their contribution to our goals and are encouraged to recognise a job well done. Training & Support: To help you settle in to your career at HomeServe, you will undertake our extensive training programme. Week 1 - You will attend our Head Office in Walsall Monday - Friday, where we will coverall things HomeServe, health and safety and provide you with your tools and equipment Week 2 - You will be buddied up with an experienced HomeServe Drainage Engineer Where geographically appropriate we will pay for your accommodation and meal allowance for your induction. The next steps: If you believe you are who we are looking forward for then click apply now! It's our people that truly make what we do so special. As part of the HomeServe family your job will be to put our customers first and we will give you everything you need to make this happen. About The Company: Here at HomeServe we work hard to build an inclusive, supportive, engaging and collaborative culture that empowers all our people to do the right thing. HomeServe has got over 30 years' experience taking care of the nations' homes. From home emergency cover to one-off repairs, we're here 24/7. Whether it's plumbing, drainage, heating or electrics our home experts are ready to get the job done. TPBN1_UKTJ

We're recruiting an experienced Food Service Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently motivate our team to be the best they can possibly be for Universities on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Food Service Manager, you will have the presence and personality to influence the day-to-day business, helping us deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Could you shine as Universities's next Food Service Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying to be a Food Service Manager with Compass Group UK&I: Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious food to the highest standards Managing our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service Overseeing the catering operations, including completing weekly business returns, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams. Our ideal Food Service Manager will: Have previous management experience in a similar role Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Job Reference: com/0202/43149001/52788216/BU #Universities & Colleges Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKCT

Executive Chef - University of KentWhy Join Us? We recognise and reward talent. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including (but not limited to): Contributory pension scheme Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and more Supermarket savings at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and others Up to 44% off cinema tickets Cash rewards every time you spend, redeemable across a wide range of brands Free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes The ability to share discounts and offers with friends and family The Role We are seeking a passionate and visionary Executive Chef to lead and elevate the catering operation at the University of Kent. This is a high-profile, hands-on, craft-led role where you will work alongside your chefs daily to drive standards, innovation and consistency across a diverse university food estate - from core student dining and retail outlets to pop-ups, coffee shops, franchise partners and hospitality events. You will be responsible for creating a clear culinary vision for the campus, ensuring food presentation and service is modern, exciting and commercially successful. Key Responsibilities Create and deliver an overall culinary vision and food strategy across campus Design innovative, commercially viable menus aligned to outlet themes and student demographics Plan seasonal dish rotations to keep customers engaged and returning Develop menus and manage item pricing Source high-quality ingredients and maintain accurate stock control Ensure all kitchens are fully equipped and compliant Maintain exceptional food quality and exceed hygiene standards Recruit, train, develop and motivate kitchen teams Manage budgets and deliver agreed financial targets Roll out food concepts and innovative offers in partnership with the National Executive Chef Support operational teams and location managers in consistently exceeding food standards Lead food presentation and service in an engaging, contemporary way Attend client and university meetings as required About You You are an inspirational culinary leader with strong commercial awareness and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding food in a fast-paced university environment. Essential Requirements 2+ years of culinary education 5+ years' experience in a similar Executive or Senior Chef position City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ Level 3 in Catering (or equivalent) CIEH Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering Advanced knowledge of culinary principles and practices Strong understanding of BOH systems, ordering and inventory management Proven leadership and people management experience Excellent organisational and administrative skills Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards If you are ready to shape the future food offer at the University of Kent, develop talented chefs and deliver a vibrant, innovative catering experience for students, staff and visitors we would love to hear from you. About Us As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses. Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKCT

Financial Compliance Officer Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 per annum Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday (including 1 hour 15 minute break) Location: Canterbury We are working with a well established, award winning Independent Financial Planning and Wealth Management firm seeking a Financial Compliance Officer to join their Technical & Quality Assurance team. You will be responsible for first line monitoring and quality assurance of financial planning advice. You will ensure suitability reports and technical research meet defined quality standards and FCA regulatory requirements, while helping to mitigate business risk. Key Responsibilities • Conduct detailed suitability report and technical file reviews * Assess the suitability of advice, including complex pension transfers and higher-risk products (e.g. VCTs) * Ensure advice is compliant, robust and supported by appropriate documentation * Meet agreed service level agreements * Identify trends, patterns and areas for improvement * Clearly document findings and coordinate remedial actions * Provide structured, constructive feedback to Financial Planners and advisory teams * Produce regular management reports on file review outcomes * Provide insight and trend analysis to enhance advice quality * Ensure adherence to FCA regulations, industry standards and internal policies * Support risk mitigation through proactive compliance monitoring * Work closely with Compliance and Training & Competence teams Essential Experience • Minimum 5 years' experience in a quality assurance, financial planning and reporting writing * Background within an FCA regulated financial services firm * Diploma qualified, with willingness to progress to Advanced Diploma Skills & Knowledge • Strong understanding of the financial planning process and investment/pension products * Experience reviewing complex advice cases * High attention to detail and strong analytical skills * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Intelliflo experience desirable) Benefits • 5% employer pension contribution * 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays * Occupational sick pay * Medical cashback plan * Death in service cover * Additional voluntary benefits New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and x@nagrecruitment We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles. Please note: We can only accept applicants who have the full Right To Work in the UK and live within a 30 to 45 minute commute to Canterbury.