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You can make a difference, be rewarded, and join our impact-driven community now - at Targeted Provision we change lives! Multiple positions are available, hiring is ongoing, and interviews are being arranged as applications come in. We will contact you with nearby tutoring work within 45 minutes drive of the advertised location and/or within 45 minutes of the postcode you provide us. We are working with Schools and Local Authorities in your area and are looking for Core Subject (Maths, English, or Science) SEND Tutors and Teachers like you to transform the lives of Young People with SEND and SEMH needs in your community! We are looking for SEND Tutors and Teachers with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners – take control of your teaching journey with us and work flexibly, creatively, and in a trauma-informed way to make a difference in your own life and the lives of the young people we support. • Competitive pay: £28 - £35 per hour (holiday pay inclusive), • Flexible working: In person, hybrid, and work from home teaching opportunities, • Flexible hours: Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit your schedule, • CPD and employee mentoring: TES CPD suite and professional mentor access, • SEND Support Team: Support to keep a team around you and the child, • Community and Company Events: Knowledge sharing and resources, • Referral Programme: Get rewarded for successful tutor referrals, • A Role with Purpose: Join a child-centred company committed to reimagining the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better, • Experience: 2+ years teaching experience, ideally working with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and/or PMLD in a holistic and trauma-informed way, • Subjects: Familiarity teaching English, Maths, and/or Science, • Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS), • Compliance: Enhanced DBS (we can facilitate this if needed) and 2+ professional references, • Location: You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online jobs, • Safeguarding: Knowledge of safeguarding and creating a safe learning environment, • Provide in person, online / remote, and hybridMaths, English, or Science tuition to children, teenagers, and young people with SEMH and SEND needs, including MLD, SLD, PMLD, and other Additional Educational Needs, • Support pupils and students, ranging from KS1 - KS5 (as appropriate for your skills), referred by local authorities and schools by planning and delivering flexible, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring, • Plan and report for lessons and provide regular feedback on student progress, • We are on a mission to raise the standard of education provided to young people with SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties), SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties), and PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties). We want you as part of our mission!, • Apply in less than 5 minutes via our mobile and browser optimised application form, • Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis - apply now and start making a difference!, • We welcome tutors from all backgrounds - our learners come from diverse communities and our organisation must reflect and represent their experiences, • We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our safer recruitment process to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people, • This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, via temporary and fixed term contracts as and when they arise, • You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE, • SENDCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator), • SLD / MLD Teacher, • Autism / ADHD Support Teacher, • Intervention Specialist / Teacher / Tutor, • Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Teaching Assistant (TA), • Educational Therapist, • Speech and Language Therapist (SALT), • Educational Psychologist (EP) Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants.

Salary £15.60 Qualified PCV Bus Driver – Arbroath and Forfar Depot We are looking for qualified bus drivers / PCV licence holders to join our Arbroath team. Typical annualised earnings of £31636 based on a basic week of 39 hours • Guaranteed 39 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings, • Different shift patterns available so you can fit work around your existing commitments You’ll be one of 136 drivers who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, to shopping and leisure, and to friends and family. Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker in your community, there’s loads of reasons for you to join the Stagecoach East Scotland team… • Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education, and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions, • Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel, • Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel, • UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location, • Career development including our Trade Up scheme for drivers who want to move into engineering, promotion opportunities to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership for those who want that, • Secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in the business – either on big events like Silverstone and Cheltenham Festival, or into our head office support functions, • An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support., • A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues The recruitment process is simple – you apply with your CV, we’ll have a good read then get you in for an interview and a bus drive, and that’s it! There are a few of things we need from you: • You need to have a PCV licence, and no more than 6 penalty points, • You need to want to deliver great customer service, • You need to have a patient, safe and courteous approach to driving So if that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then apply below! Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. Location: Stagecoach Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJ

Salary £15.60 per hour Trainee Bus Driver – Arbroath Depot Stagecoach are looking for trainee bus drivers to join our Arbroath team. • Get paid to train and zero training costs as not only will you be earning from day one, we’ll also pay for all of your training costs to achieve a recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence, worth around £4,000, • Typical annualised earnings after training of £31,636 based on a basic week of 39 hours, • Different shift patterns available so you can fit work around your existing commitments You’ll be one of 136 drivers who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, to shopping and leisure, and to friends and family. Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker in your community, there’s loads of reasons for you to join the Stagecoach East Scotland team… • Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions, • Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel, • Guaranteed 39 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings, • Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel, • UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location, • Supportive and high quality training from some of the best (and nicest!) driving instructors and training managers in the industry – we’ll teach you everything you need to know about our routes, our vehicles, our tickets and more, • Career development including our Trade Up scheme for drivers who want to move into engineering, promotion opportunities to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership for those who want that, • Secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in the business – either on big events like Silverstone and Cheltenham Festival, or into our head office support functions, • An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support., • A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues The recruitment process is simple – you apply online, we’ll get you in for an interview and to see the depot, and that’s it! It doesn’t matter if you’re working in customer service, retail, hospitality or in a warehouse or factory, the only things we need are… • You need to be over 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points, • Must have a minimum of 6 months driving experience in the UK• You need to want to deliver great customer service• You need to have a patient, safe and courteous approach to driving So if that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then apply below! Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. Location: Stagecoach Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJ

Become a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer with Bedford Council. Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer Bedford Borough Council | Full-time | Self-employed Package: £62,000 per year + fostering allowance + £1,000 for birthdays & holidays Use Your Professional Skills to Transform a Young Person’s Life Bedford Borough Council is recruiting Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers to provide stable, nurturing homes for young people transitioning from residential care. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a child or young person into your home and provide consistent, full-time care, often supporting those with more complex emotional or behavioural needs. Fostering is not just for couples - what matters most is your dedication, patience, and ability to provide a safe, supportive home. In fact, most Foster Carers in the UK are single, proving that one caring adult can make an extraordinary difference. If you have experience in education, healthcare, social care, youth work, or similar roles, you may already have the professional skills to make a life-changing difference. What You Receive • £62,000 per year, • The child’s fostering allowance, • £1,000 additional payment for birthdays and holidays, • Trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • 24-hour clinical support, • Up to 28 days respite, • Peer support networks, including the Mockingbird Constellation This is a full-time role providing care in your own home, supported by a dedicated local fostering team. A spare bedroom dedicated to fostering is essential. Could You Foster? Can you stay calm under pressure? Do you want to use your professional skills in a deeply rewarding new way? If so, we would love to speak with you. BEDFORD_LinkedIn Spons Job Ad (Skills Focused Version) Become a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer with Bedford Council. Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer Bedford Borough Council | Full-time | Self-employed Annual Package: £62,000 + fostering allowance + £1,000 for birthdays & holidays Use Your Professional Skills in a New and Highly Rewarding Way Bedford Borough Council is recruiting Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers to support young people moving on from residential care into a stable, nurturing home environment. If you have experience in education, healthcare, social care, youth work, or support roles, you may already have the skills needed to make a transformative difference in a child’s life. About the Role As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported by a dedicated local fostering team. Many young people have more complex emotional or behavioural needs, and you will play a vital role in helping them feel safe, valued, and ready for their next steps. A spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering is essential. We’re Looking for People who can: • Stay calm under pressure, • Offer stability, patience, and a nurturing home environment, • Use their professional experience to support a young person’s progress, • Provide full-time care from home What You will Receive • £62,000 per year, • £1,000 additional payment for birthdays and holidays, • Trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • 24-hour clinical support, • Up to 28-days paid respite cover, • Peer support through the Mockingbird Constellation model Ready to Learn More? If you are looking for a new direction where your skills truly matter, we would love to speak with you. Start a no-obligation conversation today to find out more.

Experimental Test Engineer (Electronics / Instrumentation) Bedford | £35,000–£40,000 | Shift-based role This is a hands-on engineering role supporting advanced aerodynamic testing and experimental research. You’ll work in a specialist environment where bespoke instrumentation, precise data capture and reliability matter. The work is practical, varied and rarely repeated - supporting complex test programmes rather than production lines. What you’ll be doing • Building and maintaining bespoke instrumentation and cabling, • Installing sensors and instrumentation into experimental test hardware, • Connecting systems into multi-channel data acquisition setups, • Fault-finding and repairing assemblies and sensors down to component level, • Supporting live test activity and minimising downtime, • Working across lab and industrial environments, including confined spaces and work at height Why this role appeals • Unique experimental work, not repetitive manufacturing, • Strong exposure to specialist test and measurement systems, • Close collaboration with experienced engineers and researchers, • Long-term role in a technically respected engineering organisation, • Full training provided for specialist equipment and processes What will make you a fit • Time-served electronics technician or equivalent hands-on experience, • Solid understanding of basic electronics and diagnostics, • Experience with sensors, instrumentation or test systems (strain, temperature, pressure, etc.), • Comfortable reading schematics and wiring lists, • Flexible approach to shift work, • Eligible for UK Security Clearance Package • £35,000–£40,000 salary, • Shift pattern (early/late rotation), • 26 days holiday + bank holidays, • 7% employer pension contribution, • Private healthcare and life assurance Interested? If you enjoy practical electronics, experimental testing and working on technically unique projects, this is a role worth exploring. Apply for a confidential conversation.

Fire Safety Officer (Part Time) Location: Bedford (Hybrid) Hours: 18.5 hours per week Salary: £19,503.49 per year plus £1,000 Car Allowance bpha is a leading housing association committed to providing safe, high‑quality homes and excellent services to our residents. We are looking for an experienced Fire Safety Officer to join our Compliance team and act as bpha’s competent person in all matters relating to fire safety. This is a fantastic opportunity for a fire safety professional to make a real impact across our housing stock, ensuring our residents, colleagues and communities remain safe. About the Role As our Fire Safety Officer, you will be the organisation’s lead specialist on fire safety, responsible for ensuring we meet all statutory fire safety obligations. You will: • Develop, maintain and oversee our fire risk assessment programmes for blocks of flats and other properties., • Carry out and audit fire risk assessments in line with bpha’s Fire Safety Policy and Strategy., • Recommend and drive improvements in fire safety to ensure best practice is always adopted., • Review development plans and advise on fire precaution specifications., • Work closely with contractors to ensure fire safety works are delivered on time and to a high standard., • Develop and update fire safety policy, procedures and internal guidance., • Liaise with fire safety regulators and external stakeholders as required., • Provide advice and guidance to staff, managers, contractors and partners., • Deliver fire safety training to colleagues., • Engage with residents, offering guidance and contributing to fire safety communications and publications. About You We’re looking for someone who can work independently, build strong relationships, and champion best practice in fire safety. As our Fire Safety Officer, you will bring: Essential Skills & Experience • Excellent customer service skills and a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Social Housing or Fire Service environment., • Extensive experience conducting or auditing fire risk assessments in simple and complex housing settings., • In‑depth knowledge of fire safety legislation, codes of practice and guidance relevant to housing. Qualifications • Fire Risk Assessment qualification (minimum NVQ Level 4, or equivalent)., • Desirable: Fire Service College (or equivalent) training, including:, • Fire Safety Foundation Theory/Practical, • Fire Safety Legislation & Risk Assessment Auditing Our Values At bpha, we live by our values every day: • We take responsibility – We do what we say, and we do the right thing., • We are better together – Collaboration drives our success., • We show empathy – We listen, understand and respect every individual., • We are ambitious – We strive for excellence and continuous improvement. Employee Benefits We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a paycheque. In addition to a wealth of other benefits and as part of our commitment to your wellbeing and development, we offer: • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Retail Discounts, • 28 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, • Professional Development Opportunities, • Private Health Care, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Generous Pension Scheme Are you ready to make a difference? If you are passionate about fire safety and want to make a positive difference within a values‑driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us keep our residents safe. Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and as such bpha reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date upon identification of a suitable candidate. Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment. All offers will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including DBS check and references.

Principal Engineer – Testing Bedfordshire Permanent | Onsite | 37 hours a week: 08:00-16:00 (some flexibility) Up to £60,000 (DOE) + bonus A globally renowned and recognised automotive testing and engineering organisation is searching for a Principal Engineer to lead operations within their specialist Passive Safety division. Based at their expansive proving ground in Bedfordshire, you will manage the performance and growth of a highly advanced servo‑sled facility used by major OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. This is an exciting opportunity to influence strategy, lead a skilled team, and play a key role in future capability development. You will be joining a business with a strong reputation for employee wellbeing, offering generous holiday entitlements, healthcare cashback plans, contributory pension schemes, life cover, enhanced family‑friendly policies, access to a wide range of discounts via their employee rewards platform, and regular recognition for innovation, integrity and expertise! Your Day-To-Day: • Ensure full Health & Safety compliance, including risk assessments and safety observation tours, • Manage and develop a small team of engineers and technicians, • Oversee work scheduling, operational planning, and resource allocation, • Lead continuous improvement initiatives using established tools and processes, • Manage financial processes: invoicing, PO approvals, and forecasting, • Support maintenance of ISO17025, ISO9001 and other relevant accreditations, • Create and manage training and development plans for team members, • Oversee sled equipment utilisation, troubleshooting, and performance analysis, • Maintain and enhance sled testing procedures and documentation What You Will Need: • Engineering degree (automotive preferred), • 5+ years’ passive safety testing to global standards, • Proven experience managing a small engineering team, • Hands‑on sled testing expertise and exposure to Systems/Static Rig testing, • Experience with CMM tools (e.g., FARO Arm), • High‑speed / GoPro / DSLR camera setup experience, • Strong data acquisition, processing and analysis capability, • Solid understanding of global passive safety regulations, injury criteria and ATD instrumentation To apply, please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK, and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted immediately.

CNC Machinist Bedford | Full Time | Permanent £35,000 - £45,000 Talent Locker are pleased to be partnered with a specialist engineering organisation, recruiting for an experienced CNC programmer/ Operator to join their highly skilled manufacturing team in Bedford. Our client is an established SME operating at the forefront of advanced engineering, product development and delivering complex, high precision components and research led solutions to a global customer based. Their work supports innovative engineering programmes and involved bespoke manufacturing processes with a strong focus on precision, collaboration, and technical excellence. This is an opportunity to join a business where quality and craftsmanship are paramount. The work is varied and technically challenging, focussed on low volume, one off and bespoke components rather than high volume production. The CNC Machinist/ Operator will play a key role in the manufacture of high quality, high value precision components. You will be responsible for setting, programming and operating CNC machinery to exact standards. Working closely with the engineering and production teams, the priority will be delivering complex parts efficiently and accurately. Essential experience: • HNC, HND, City & Guilds qualification apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience, • Strong attention to detail and a quality focussed mindset, • Experience working with Heidenhain, Fanuc, Siemens or a similar control system, • Working experience of online programming and problem solving during set up and machining, • Experience of 3-axis or 5-axis machining, • Strong set up experience including tooling and fixture preparation This position operates on a 38 hour working week, Monday – Friday (0700 -1500). Occasional shift work may be required, and overtime is paid at an enhanced rate. Please note – It is an essential requirement for the successful applicant to obtain UK SC clearance prior to appointment. To find out more information or to apply, please send your CV to Emma on

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CNC Manufacturing Team Lead 5 Axis (Defence Engineering) Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck. Ampthill, Bedfordshire | Permanent | 4 Day Week (MonThurs) | £42,550 We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist UK defence engineering organisation for a CNC Manufacturing Team Lead to join a precision machining facility delivering complex, low-volume components xwzovoh for secure programmes. This is a hybrid leadership and hands-on role within...

The One Group is proud to be supporting a globally respected automotive test and development organisation who is seeking a Principal Engineer for Sled Testing to take ownership of a specialist passive safety testing function at one of its flagship UK facilities. This role sits at the intersection of technical expertise, operational leadership and people management. You’ll lead sled testing activities delivered to European, Federal and Global safety standards, working closely with OEM and Tier 1 customers while shaping the future capability of the department. Key responsibilities • Lead the safe, compliant delivery of sled testing activities, • Manage and develop a small team of engineers and technicians, • Own planning, scheduling and operational performance, • Drive continuous improvement, metrics and future capability Key requirements • Strong background in automotive passive safety and sled testing, • Experience leading teams or technical operations, • Deep understanding of global passive safety standards and regulations, • Confident with test setup, data acquisition and analysis What sets this opportunity apart is the chance to work within a world-class testing environment where technical excellence genuinely matters. The role offers real influence over both day-to-day delivery and longer-term strategy, backed by a competitive salary, management bonus scheme, and long-term stability within an organisation known for investing in its people and facilities. If the role sounds of interest click to apply and Kieran Evans will be in contact to discuss the finer details.

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire Salary: £45,000–£55,000 Contract: Permanent Role Overview – Manufacturing Engineer Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with strong CNC machining and CAM programming expertise? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering organisation on a permanent basis as they continue to expand and strengthen their precision machining capability. As a CNC‑focused Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and optimising machining processes across complex components, using advanced CNC equipment and Hypermill CAM software. Acting as a technical specialist, you will drive machining standards, tooling strategies, process efficiency and right‑first‑time quality across the machine shop. This is an on‑site role based in Ampthill, Bedfordshire, within an advanced manufacturing facility and benefiting from a 4‑day working week (Mon–Thu). Key Responsibilities – Manufacturing Engineer • Developing CNC machining processes and programs for new and existing components, • Creating, modifying and optimising CNC toolpaths using Hypermill CAM, • Defining machining sequences, cutting strategies and cycle‑time optimisation plans, • Selecting cutting tools, designing fixturing and setting machining parameters for complex parts, • Producing and maintaining machining documentation, routings and detailed build instructions, • Supporting CNC machinists with program prove‑outs, tooling trials and problem‑solving, • Troubleshooting machining issues and driving root‑cause resolution on the shop floor, • Leading continuous‑improvement initiatives to reduce scrap, rework and cycle times, • Supporting the introduction and commissioning of CNC machines and new machining capability, • Working with engineering, production and quality teams to ensure robust manufacturability, • Ensuring compliance with quality, safety and regulatory requirements across machining processes Key Experience & Qualifications – Manufacturing Engineer • Strong CNC machining background within a precision engineering environment, • Hands‑on experience using Hypermill CAM for 3‑, 4‑ or 5‑axis machining, • Knowledge of cutting theory, machining methods and best‑practice CNC programming, • Experience with tooling selection, fixture design and process optimisation, • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models and GD&T, • Experience using MRP/ERP systems for BOM and routing management, • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills within machining environments, • Proactive, collaborative communication style with a hands‑on approach, • Engineering/technical qualification or equivalent industry experience Benefits – Manufacturing Engineer • Competitive salary (£45,000–£55,000), • Permanent role with strong career development potential, • 4‑day working week (Monday to Thursday), • Excellent pension contribution plan, • Company bonus scheme, • Income protection and life assurance, • Share purchase programme, • Flexible working hours, • 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, • Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support, • Employee discounts and referral scheme For more information on this role, please contact Ben Dawson on 01453 829522 or send your CV to For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit

Experimental Test Engineer (Electronics / Instrumentation) Bedford | £35,000–£40,000 | Shift-based role This is a hands-on engineering role supporting advanced aerodynamic testing and experimental research. You’ll work in a specialist environment where bespoke instrumentation, precise data capture and reliability matter. The work is practical, varied and rarely repeated - supporting complex test programmes rather than production lines. What you’ll be doing • Building and maintaining bespoke instrumentation and cabling, • Installing sensors and instrumentation into experimental test hardware, • Connecting systems into multi-channel data acquisition setups, • Fault-finding and repairing assemblies and sensors down to component level, • Supporting live test activity and minimising downtime, • Working across lab and industrial environments, including confined spaces and work at height Why this role appeals • Unique experimental work, not repetitive manufacturing, • Strong exposure to specialist test and measurement systems, • Close collaboration with experienced engineers and researchers, • Long-term role in a technically respected engineering organisation, • Full training provided for specialist equipment and processes What will make you a fit • Time-served electronics technician or equivalent hands-on experience, • Solid understanding of basic electronics and diagnostics, • Experience with sensors, instrumentation or test systems (strain, temperature, pressure, etc.), • Comfortable reading schematics and wiring lists, • Flexible approach to shift work, • Eligible for UK Security Clearance Package • £35,000–£40,000 salary, • Shift pattern (early/late rotation), • 26 days holiday + bank holidays, • 7% employer pension contribution, • Private healthcare and life assurance Interested? If you enjoy practical electronics, experimental testing and working on technically unique projects, this is a role worth exploring. Apply for a confidential conversation.

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ProRec are looking for HIAB Drivers across all of the UK!.In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.PERMANENT, TEMP OR TEMP TO PERM = IMMEDIATE STARTS!.ProRec is working with a leading supplier of specialist building

Teknikal Specialist Recruitment are recruiting for a Multiskilled Maintenance Technician £45,000 - £50,000 DOE + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Profit Share | Bedford (Ampthill area) Ensure you read the information regarding this opportunity thoroughly before making an application. Double Day Shift | Further Education Support | Award-Winning Employer Whats In It for You? • Salary up to £45,000 DOE, • Profit share bonus scheme (up to 8%) xwzovoh, • Private healthcare package, • Financial support for further education, • 24 day...

Kitchen Designer - Gravesend Market Leading Brand Clear Development / Progression Routes £28,000 - £30,000 basic OTE £50,000 + Sales Incentives Hours: 40 per week (No late nights or Sundays) Already an established Kitchen Designer? In sales within a customer facing role? Full training & Induction in kitchen design given. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced kitchen designer to join a market leading business with an incredible reputation as one of the best companies to work for! Following another year of incredible results in a really tough climate, they are now entering into another exciting period of growth and grabbing more market share which means there is an exciting opportunity for an experienced kitchen designer or sales led / customer focussed individual to join their business to help meet increased demand. Finding the right person is so important therefore, we are looking for someone who can fit into our fun and friendly team but can also focus on the job at hand by building relationships with customers in the local area and share your passion for design and outstanding service to convert a busy lead bank into sales. A friendly and professional manner is needed when it comes to welcoming customers into the branch and at their homes. Your ability to listen and understand the customers’ needs is essential as it will result in you offering advice and product recommendations to design and measure their dream kitchen. Your enthusiasm and skills will close the sale and complete the project and, last but not least, your attention to detail and willingness to succeed will ensure the customers are satisfied throughout the whole project through to completion. Your Skills & Unique Attributes You must have previous sales experience working within a kitchen, bathroom, bedroom or furniture sales / design environment where you have nurtured your customer's desire to design, furthered by your technical knowledge whilst delivering a fantastic and memorable experience for the customer. You will be organised, have excellent communication and time management skills along with the drive and ambition to succeed. You will thrive in a team environment and be keen to bring your initiative and creativity to the role while being able to work effectively and efficiently to targets and achieve successful sales. ABOUT US This role is being handled by Venture Recruitment, a specialist Trade, Retail and KBB recruitment consultancy covering the whole of the UK. Working in partnership with Venture Recruitment will mean working with experienced sector specialists committed to ensuring a first class service. We work with some of the UK’s biggest and most progressive companies so please apply today to find out how we can support you with your next career move.

Become a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer with Bedford Council. Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer Bedford Borough Council | Full-time | Self-employed Package: £62,000 per year + fostering allowance + £1,000 for birthdays & holidays Use Your Professional Skills to Transform a Young Person’s Life Bedford Borough Council is recruiting Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers to provide stable, nurturing homes for young people transitioning from residential care. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a child or young person into your home and provide consistent, full-time care, often supporting those with more complex emotional or behavioural needs. Fostering is not just for couples - what matters most is your dedication, patience, and ability to provide a safe, supportive home. In fact, most Foster Carers in the UK are single, proving that one caring adult can make an extraordinary difference. If you have experience in education, healthcare, social care, youth work, or similar roles, you may already have the professional skills to make a life-changing difference. What You Receive • £62,000 per year, • The child’s fostering allowance, • £1,000 additional payment for birthdays and holidays, • Trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • 24-hour clinical support, • Up to 28 days respite, • Peer support networks, including the Mockingbird Constellation This is a full-time role providing care in your own home, supported by a dedicated local fostering team. A spare bedroom dedicated to fostering is essential. Could You Foster? Can you stay calm under pressure? Do you want to use your professional skills in a deeply rewarding new way? If so, we would love to speak with you. BEDFORD_LinkedIn Spons Job Ad (Skills Focused Version) Become a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer with Bedford Council. Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer Bedford Borough Council | Full-time | Self-employed Annual Package: £62,000 + fostering allowance + £1,000 for birthdays & holidays Use Your Professional Skills in a New and Highly Rewarding Way Bedford Borough Council is recruiting Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers to support young people moving on from residential care into a stable, nurturing home environment. If you have experience in education, healthcare, social care, youth work, or support roles, you may already have the skills needed to make a transformative difference in a child’s life. About the Role As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported by a dedicated local fostering team. Many young people have more complex emotional or behavioural needs, and you will play a vital role in helping them feel safe, valued, and ready for their next steps. A spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering is essential. We’re Looking for People who can: • Stay calm under pressure, • Offer stability, patience, and a nurturing home environment, • Use their professional experience to support a young person’s progress, • Provide full-time care from home What You will Receive • £62,000 per year, • £1,000 additional payment for birthdays and holidays, • Trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • 24-hour clinical support, • Up to 28-days paid respite cover, • Peer support through the Mockingbird Constellation model Ready to Learn More? If you are looking for a new direction where your skills truly matter, we would love to speak with you. Start a no-obligation conversation today to find out more.

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Learning Support Assistant - Specialist Provision for Young Women (SEMH / SEND)Role: SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA)Key Stage: KS3 / KS4Start Date: March 2026Location: BedfordshireAre you a patient, resilient and compassionate Learning Support Assistant looking for a deeply rewarding role? Do

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A leading education staffing agency is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Kempston.The role involves supporting students with complex learning needs such as ADHD and Autism through tailored educational support.Ideal candidates will possess patience and strong c

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Temp to Permanent | ASAP Start | Permanent from July A secondary school in Bedford is seeking a talented and forward-thinking Media Studies Teacher to join their team on a temp-to-permanent basis, starting as soon as possible. The role will transition to a permanent position from July. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term future within a school that benefits from a supportive, hands-on Senior Leadership Team and a collaborative, ambitious staff culture. The Role: Teaching Media Studies across Key Stages 4 and 5 (A-Level) * Planning and delivering engaging, analytical and creative lessons * Preparing students for GCSE and A-Level assessments * Supporting coursework completion and exam success * Tracking progress and maintaining high academic expectations * Contributing to the ongoing development of the Media department The Ideal Candidate Will: Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification * Have proven UK teaching experience within secondary education * Have experience teaching Media Studies at both KS4 and KS5 (A-Level) * Possess strong subject knowledge and an up-to-date understanding of exam specifications * Demonstrate confident classroom management and high expectations Essential Requirements: Right to Work in the UK * UK teaching experience * Experience teaching Media Studies up to A-Level This is a fantastic opportunity for a Media specialist seeking stability and the chance to secure a permanent role within a supportive and well-led school. Apply today or get in touch for further information.

A secondary school in Bedford is seeking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Computer Science / ICT Teacher for a long-term cover role, starting immediately and continuing through to the end of July. The school has a supportive and approachable Senior Leadership Team, along with a collaborative staff culture where teachers are valued and supported both professionally and personally. About the Role: Delivering Computer Science and/or ICT across Key Stages 3 and 4 * Planning and delivering engaging lessons that combine practical and theoretical learning * Supporting students of varying abilities to reach their full potential * Marking, assessing, and tracking progress in line with departmental expectations * Maintaining high standards of behaviour and effective classroom management We Are Looking For: A qualified teacher with QTS or an equivalent recognised qualification * Recent UK secondary teaching experience * Experience teaching Computer Science and/or ICT at KS3 and KS4 * Strong subject knowledge and confidence with the current curriculum * A proactive, adaptable, and professional approach Essential Criteria: Right to Work in the UK * UK teaching experience This is a fantastic opportunity for a Computer Science or ICT specialist looking for a stable, long-term position within a supportive school setting. To apply or for further information, please get in touch today.

Ready to Make a Real Difference Every Day? Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs as a SEN Teaching Assistant? A welcoming SEN specialist school in Kempston is seeking a dedicated School Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive and experienced team. School Support Worker - SEN Specialist School Location: Kempston Pay: £460-£500 per week Sector: Education and Training Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm | Term-time only This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring Clinical Psychologists, Counsellors, Social Workers, or Youth Justice professionals who want to gain hands-on experience supporting students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD in a structured school environment. As a School Support Worker, you will: • Provide 1:1 and in-class support to students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD * Assist in implementing personalised learning and behaviour support plans * Support students with emotional regulation and social development * Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment * Work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff This School Support Worker role in Kempston offers invaluable practical experience within the education and training sector while positively impacting young people's lives. What We Offer • Term-time only hours - no evenings, weekends, or holiday work * Full induction and ongoing professional development * Clear career progression within a growing trust * Access to wellbeing support via an Employee Assistance Programme * A collaborative and welcoming school environment The Ideal Candidate • A graduate (Psychology preferred) or experienced SEN Teaching Assistant * Passionate about mental health, special educational needs, or youth work * Experience supporting vulnerable young people (desirable) * Compassionate, patient, proactive, and resilient * Based locally in Kempston or able to commute If you're ready to take the next step towards a career in psychology, counselling, social work, or youth justice, this School Support Worker role in Kempston could be the perfect opportunity. Apply today to start making a meaningful difference in the education and training sector.

Scheme Manager Location: Warwick House, Bedford Salary : £19,656 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time (30 hours per week) Expiry date : 09 March, 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. * Someone who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service, including resolving feedback and complaints. 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 proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

SEN Teaching Assistant - Kempston Location: Kempston Pay: £460 - £500 per week Sector: Education and Training Setting: SEN Specialist School The Role - SEN Teaching Assistant As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: • Support young learners within a SEN Specialist School * Work with pupils who have autism, learning difficulties, and social, emotional or behavioural needs * Provide one-to-one and small group support in and out of the classroom * Assist the class teacher with tailored learning activities * Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and personal development * Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment * Play a key role in pupils' progress within education We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Kempston, supporting young learners with a range of additional needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about education and making a real difference in children's lives. What We're Looking For We are seeking someone who: • Has a genuine passion for working in education and training * Is patient, caring, and resilient * Can build strong relationships with young learners * Works well as part of a team in a SEN school setting * Has experience supporting children with SEN (desirable but not essential) * Is keen to develop their skills within education and training * Able to commute to Kempston * Full training and ongoing support will be provided. Why Apply? • Weekly pay of £460 - £500 * A rewarding role in a SEN Specialist School * Excellent experience for those pursuing a career in education * Supportive SEN Specialist School environment * Ongoing professional development and training If you are a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for an opportunity in Kempston within education, we would love to hear from you.

Geography Teacher - Bedford Long-Term Cover ASAP Start, Until End of July We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Geography Teacher to join a secondary school in Bedford on a long-term cover basis, starting as soon as possible and continuing until the end of July. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Geography specialist to make an immediate impact within a supportive and well-established department. The Role: Teaching Geography across Key Stages 3 and 4 * Planning and delivering engaging and differentiated lessons * Assessing, monitoring, and supporting student progress * Contributing positively to the wider school community The Ideal Candidate Will: Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification * Have proven UK teaching experience, ideally within secondary schools * Have experience teaching Geography at KS3 and KS4 * Be confident managing behaviour and creating a positive learning environment * Be reliable, adaptable, and committed to raising standards Essential Requirements: Must have the Right to Work in the UK * Must have UK teaching experience If you are an experienced Geography teacher available for an immediate start and looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity in Bedford, we would love to hear from you.

Plumber Multi Trader Bedford Temp or permanent Van & Fuel Provided The Company: Fortus Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the industry. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a Housing Association who are looking for Plumber multi based around Bedford. Day to Day: Property maintenance Requirements (Skills & Qualifications): NVQ Level 2 Plumbing or time served Experience within Property Maintenance General maintenance Carpentry, and flooring Basic skills in other traders Benefits: Money & Time: • Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year, plus public holidays • Contributory pension scheme • Competitive pay • Life assurance cover Health & Wellbeing: • Private healthcare • Mental Health First Aid • Counselling service • Eye tests • Discounted gym membership • Cycle to Work scheme • Free annual flu jabs • Wellbeing activities and events • Free fruit and refreshments Recognition: • Long service award • Annual staff recognition awards • Discretionary reward scheme Development: • Opportunities for professional training and qualifications • Workshops and training sessions for new skills • A fresh and modern eLearning platform Please send your CV or call the office and ask for Ollie Cresswell for further details if interested in this Plumber multi position. INDOC TPBN1_UKTJ

Long-Term Cover | Immediate Start | Until End of July A secondary school in Bedford is looking to appoint a skilled and motivated Computer Science / ICT Teacher for a long-term cover position, starting immediately and running through to the end of July. The school benefits from a supportive, hands-on Senior Leadership Team and a collaborative staff culture where teachers are well supported both professionally and personally. About the Role: Delivering Computer Science and/or ICT lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 Preparing engaging, practical and theory-based lessons Supporting pupils of varying abilities to achieve their potential Marking, assessment and tracking of progress in line with department expectations Upholding high standards of behaviour and classroom management We Are Looking For: A qualified teacher with QTS or an equivalent recognised qualification Recent UK teaching experience within secondary education Experience teaching Computer Science and/or ICT at KS3 and KS4 Strong subject knowledge and confidence with the current curriculum A proactive, adaptable and professional approach Essential Criteria: Right to Work in the UK UK teaching experience This is an excellent opportunity for a Computer Science or ICT specialist seeking a stable, long-term role in a supportive school environment. To apply or to find out more, please get in touch today...