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Project Manager – Residential Development Location: Bedfordshire (Site-based) About MCR Property Group MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong UK presence, operating from offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. Our core focus is the delivery of high-quality residential and industrial developments alongside the active management of a diverse, multi-sector property portfolio. This currently includes approximately 5,000 residential plots and commercial and industrial assets in excess of £2 billion in value. We are entering an exciting phase of sustained growth and are seeking talented, motivated and commercially minded professionals who share our passion for real estate and long-term value creation. Joining MCR means becoming part of a business that rewards initiative, supports development and offers genuine career progression. The Role We are currently seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join our team, based on a major development site in Bedfordshire. This is a standout opportunity to take a leading role within a fast-paced, thriving business that is continuing to scale nationally. You will be instrumental in delivering complex residential projects while developing your career within a highly ambitious and well-capitalised property group. As our Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the successful delivery of large-scale residential developments, from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, you will provide strong leadership on site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for driving performance across all disciplines, coordinating internal teams and external partners, and acting as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities The role will involve developing and maintaining comprehensive project programmes, budgets and resource plans to ensure effective delivery from inception through to completion. Strong leadership will be required to coordinate and motivate project teams, including site management, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and high performance. Full responsibility will be taken for managing all subcontract packages throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring commercial, contractual and programme obligations are achieved. Health and safety standards must be owned and upheld at all times, ensuring full compliance with legislation, company policy and industry best practice. The design process will be overseen from RIBA Stage 3 through to Stage 6, embedding buildability, cost efficiency and quality across all stages of delivery. Rigorous quality assurance procedures will be implemented to ensure all works meet regulatory requirements, design intent and MCR’s internal standards. Project costs will be actively controlled, with expenditure monitored against budgets, variations managed effectively and value-engineering opportunities identified without compromising quality or safety. Potential project risks will be proactively identified, with mitigation strategies developed and implemented to protect programme certainty, commercial performance and delivery outcomes. Clear and professional communication will be maintained with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular progress updates and responding promptly to queries, changes or emerging issues. Project schedules and critical milestones will be managed closely to ensure agreed completion dates are consistently achieved. Procurement of materials, plant and equipment will be coordinated to support programme certainty, quality standards and commercial efficiency. Contracts with subcontractors, suppliers and consultants will be reviewed, negotiated and administered in line with project and company requirements. All construction activities will be delivered in compliance with relevant legislation, building regulations, planning conditions and statutory obligations. The position will report directly to the Construction Director, providing accurate project reporting, forecasts and performance updates. Requirements A degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline is preferred. You will have proven experience operating as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within residential development, with strong exposure to high-rise schemes. You will be confident using construction management software and project reporting tools. You will demonstrate excellent commercial awareness, problem-solving capability and sound decision-making under pressure. You will possess exceptional communication skills, with the ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders and represent the business professionally. Please note: this role is site-based / office-based and does not offer hybrid or remote working.

Your new companyYou'll be joining a Tier 1 contractor operating within the highways sector. They deliver major civils projects nationwide with stable project pipelines and excellent opportunities for long-term progression. Due to an increase in workload and new schemes commencing, they are now seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join on a long-term temporary basis.Your new roleAs a Quantity Surveyor, you will support highways projects across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas. You will work predominantly on-site (4 days per week) and may have the opportunity to move across different live projects as required. Key responsibilities include managing large subcontract packages, assisting with forecasting, carrying out take-offs, and managing compensation events under NEC contracts. You will ensure commercial compliance throughout the full project lifecycle.What you'll need to succeed • Proven experience working for a Tier 1 contractor, • Strong Quantity Surveying background within highways, • Experience primarily focused on large subcontract package management, • Ability to assist with forecasting, • Ability to undertake accurate take-offs, • Clear and practical understanding of compensation event management, • Solid working knowledge of NEC3/4, • Long-term temporary assignment, • Competitive day rate, • Immediate start, • Flexibility to work across multiple sites and projects Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Early Years Practitioner - BedfordLocation: BedfordQualification Required: CACHE/NVQ Level 2 in Early Childhood Studies (or equivalent)Contract Type: Full-timeStart Date: ASAPDo you believe that children learn best when they feel safe, happy, and inspired? Are you someone who can turn a puddle into a learning opportunity, a sandpit into a story, and a simple walk into a world of discovery?We're on the lookout for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to join a warm and welcoming nursery team within a well-respected primary school in Bedford. The nursery is part of a thriving school community that values curiosity, kindness, and the joy of learning - and where every child is seen, heard, and supported to flourish.Whether you're newly qualified or bringing years of experience, if you're ready to make a difference in a nurturing and inclusive setting, we'd love to hear from you.About the RoleYou'll play an important part in shaping a positive early learning experience for children aged 3-4, helping them develop essential social, emotional, and communication skills through play, exploration, and structured learning. As part of the wider school community, you'll work closely with families and staff to ensure children feel secure, confident, and eager to learn.Your responsibilities will include supporting daily routines, contributing to planning and observations, promoting children's independence, and maintaining a safe and caring environment. Strong communication, creativity, and a good sense of humour are all a must.What We're Looking For:* A recognised qualification - CACHE/NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Childhood Studies (or equivalent)* A warm, positive approach and genuine love for working with young children* A team player who values strong relationships with families and colleagues* Someone who's not afraid to get messy, sing out of tune, or be part of a superhero game* A calm and consistent presence, with the confidence to support a range of learning styles and behavioursWhy This School?* A nurturing, inclusive environment where every child is valued* A strong commitment to working in partnership with families* A team that celebrates curiosity, creativity, and personal growth* Opportunities for professional development and ongoing trainingIf this sounds like the perfect setting for you, we'd love to hear from you. Give Aspire People a call on or apply today.Aspire People Limited is an Education Agency and Employment Business. We are fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Maths Teacher - Specialist Provision for Young Women (SEMH / SEND)Role: SEND Maths TeacherKey Stage: KS3 / KS4Start Date: March 2026Location: BedfordshireAre you a resilient and compassionate Maths teacher looking for a deeply rewarding role? Do you have the confidence and adaptability to support young women who have experienced significant trauma and adversity?If you're committed to helping every learner access Maths in a meaningful, engaging way, we'd like to hear from you.Aspire People is working in partnership with a highly specialised provision in Bedfordshire, dedicated to supporting young women who are currently unable to attend mainstream education. These students have experienced various forms of disruption in their early lives, which often present as strong behavioural challenges and a mistrust of authority figures.Class sizes are small (maximum of 10 students) and individual ability levels vary depending on personal circumstances. The successful Maths Teacher will bring creativity, structure and patience into the classroom, delivering Maths in a way that builds confidence, resilience and real-life problem-solving skills, while maintaining a calm and consistent approach to behaviour management.________________________________________What We're Looking ForWe are seeking a committed and experienced teacher who can offer: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with recent experience teaching Maths at secondary or upper primary level A proven ability to deliver the Maths National Curriculum or functional / alternative Maths pathways in a flexible and engaging way Experience supporting students with complex emotional, behavioural or SEND needs The confidence to build trust and maintain strong, respectful boundaries A collaborative and reflective approach to working within a multi-disciplinary team A valid driving licence (essential, due to the location of the provision)________________________________________Why Join This School? Be part of a close-knit, supportive team making a real difference Teach small classes, allowing you to personalise Maths learning for each student Take on a role that is both challenging and immensely rewarding Access ongoing CPD and professional support from the school and Aspire PeopleThis is more than just a teaching role - it's an opportunity to help young women rebuild confidence through education and develop the Maths skills they need for life beyond school.If you're ready for the challenge and want to be part of a dedicated team, apply today or call Aspire People on to find out more.Aspire People Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and suitable references.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

�? Secondary Teacher Who Actually Makes a Difference More than cover. Real teaching. Real impact. Tired of supply teachers who just “keep them busy”?We place experienced secondary teachers who take control of the classroom, follow your plans properly, and leave students learning — not unsettled. Why schools choose our secondary teachers: ? Strong behaviour management from the moment they walk in? Confident teaching across KS3 & KS4? Professional, punctual, and prepared? Adapt quickly to your school’s routines and expectations We understand secondary schools need consistency, authority, and reliability — not just a body in a classroom. ?? Available for day-to-day, short-term, and long-term secondary cover

English Teacher – Long-Term Role (Full-Time) Location: Village just outside BedfordStart Date:After Easter 2026Pay:£150 – £250 per day (depending on experience) REED Education are proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and well-resourced secondary school located in a village just outside Bedford, supporting them in the recruitment of a committed English Teacher to join their team on a long-term, full-time basis from after Easter. The Role We are seeking an engaging and dedicated teacher who can deliver inspiring English lessons across KS3 and KS4. You’ll be joining a supportive English department with excellent leadership and a strong focus on pupil progress and wellbeing. What We’re Looking For Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Unqualified Teachers with strong subject knowledge Passion for English and the ability to motivate learners Strong classroom management and a positive approach Someone available full-time from after Easter What the School Offers • A friendly and collaborative team, • Well-behaved students with a genuine enthusiasm for learning, • Ongoing professional development, • Competitive daily pay (£150–£250), • A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout, • Access to CPD and training

Supply Teacher - Bedford | £150-£160 per day Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting Supply Teachers to work in primary schools across Bedford. This role is ideal for teachers seeking flexible work, including day-to-day supply, short-term cover or more regular ongoing bookings. Tradewind work exclusively with a network of schools in Bedford and will be able to provide consistent work in friendly schools. You must be happy to be contacted in the mornings for last minute bookings. The role: * Deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 * Maintain positive classroom behaviour and routines * Adapt confidently to different school environments What we're looking for: * Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) * Strong classroom and behaviour management skills * Flexible, reliable and professional approach * DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply) What's on offer: * Competitive daily pay rates * Flexible work to suit your availability * Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind consultant Apply today to work with Tradewind Recruitment in Bedford or contact us to find out more.

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.

Senior Quantity Surveyor South of England | Office & Site Based Permanent Who are we MCR Property Group is a national real estate investment and development company with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh. The business focuses on residential and industrial new build alongside the strategic asset management of existing assets, with a current pipeline of approximately 7,000 residential plots and a commercial and industrial portfolio valued in excess of £2 billion. The role With significant expansion planned over the coming years, MCR is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its London-based development team and play a key role in delivering projects across the South of England. Our flagship new build project, based in Bedford, will be the main focal point. As our She Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide commercial leadership and take responsibility for the financial performance of assigned developments, ensuring projects are procured effectively and delivered on time and within budget. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, Commercial Director and the Board, the role offers a high level of visibility and involvement in strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and presenting monthly commercial reports, cost forecasts and valuations, managing contract and subcontract packages, administering variations and supporting projects through to final account. They will work closely with Project Managers and fellow Quantity Surveyors across the business, contributing to procurement strategy, value engineering initiatives and ongoing cost control throughout the project lifecycle. About you Applicants should have a minimum of five years’ experience working as a Quantity Surveyor across a range of project types and values, with a background gained at either a developer, main contractor or subcontractor. A strong understanding of subcontract procurement and construction commercial management is essential, along with experience in both pre- and post-contract administration, including cost planning, estimating, preparation of bills of quantities, tendering and procurement, valuations, final accounts and commercial reporting. Candidates should also demonstrate a broad understanding of construction processes, materials and building systems, be confident using Excel and other standard office software, and hold a full UK driving licence. MCR is looking for an individual who approaches challenges proactively, is comfortable acting as a sounding board for project teams and can provide clear, commercially sound solutions when issues arise. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential, along with the confidence to engage professionally with stakeholders at all levels of the business and supply chain. The role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accountability and is motivated by the opportunity to play a visible role within a growing national developer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly active and ambitious organisation, work on high-profile residential and industrial developments, and build a long-term career within a business that offers genuine responsibility, progression and exposure to senior leadership from day one.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a candidate to join bpha's In House Maintenance Service, who make a difference to our customer's lives everyday by delivering a high-quality repairs service designed around them. We operate across Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and surrounding areas, and we utilise the latest technology to ensure that we not only deliver a great experience for our customers, but for our colleagues as well. We are looking for a Repairs and Voids Inspector to join our newly formed Small Works Team, and to be responsible for the inspection, specification, and ordering of repairs identified requiring technical knowledge to ensure a long-lasting repair solution is provided. The inspections you complete should consider the impact of the repairs required on our customers experience of living within their home, and you are expected to proactively communicate with customers, ensuring they are aware of the next steps following your inspection and what to expect. What you will be doing: • Responsible for contributing to the IHMS's strong culture of health, safety, environment, and quality that can be evidenced, stands up to scrutiny and audit, • Carrying out a range of different inspections, ensuring that the repairs service delivered achieves good quality value for money repairs., • Take responsibility for positively contributing to a highly motivated, empowered, and engaged team that work together to contribute towards delivering bpha's vision and mission, • To ensure a customer-centric service is always delivered. Be responsible for contributing to a team who have a customer centric, right first-time culture., • Responsible for maintaining professional supplier relationships in conjunction with the IHMS management teams and Health & Safety., • In depth knowledge and understanding of building construction, maintenance and legislation governing social housing providers., • Good experience driving contract performance., • Experience of fault diagnosis and works specification, • Knowledge of schedule of rates and experience in using them to select the most appropriate codes Knowledge of health and safety legislation related to construction and/or landlord responsibilities, • Building construction qualification to minimum ONC/OND or NVQ Level 3, • Proven experience of delivering customer service excellence, • A competitive salary, • 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays (Rising with services to 33 days plus bank hols), • A generous contributory pension scheme, • Private health care, • Free life assurance, • Enhanced family leave, • Access to an extensive suite of well-being services and tools including a digital gym, • Opportunities for learning and development, • Discounted gym membership We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible

SEN Teaching Assistant Needed£90 - £110 per day (dependant on experience) | Full-time/ Part-Time availableAre you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for an opportunity to support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? A fantastic SEND school in Bedford (MK42) is seeking a passionate individual to join their team. This school caters to learners from EYFS to Post 16 with profound, multiple, or complex learning difficulties, as well as those with autism or communication challenges.The Role: Support students across various age groups, assisting with learning and development Work closely with teachers to deliver lessons and interventions Monitor student progress and behaviour, providing feedback Help create a positive, inclusive classroom environmentAbout You: Experience in SEND or SEMH settings is desirable Patient, empathetic, and a strong team player Strong communication skills (experience with non-verbal individuals is desirable but not essential) Passionate about supporting young learners and eager to learnApply today by sending your CV or call for more information.________________________________________Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All placements are subject to safeguarding checks, including references and DBS clearance.Let me know if you need any further adjustments.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates can be based anywhere across Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire or Northamptonshire An excellent opportunity for a candidate from an ex-forces background, or those looking to leave the forces, to join a well-established and growing company who can offer full technical training and long-term career progression. Are you leaving the forces or recently transitioned into civilian life? Would you like to train as a Maintenance Engineer within a specialist industry? This long-standing company is a respected specialist within the HVAC sector, providing installation and maintenance services to commercial clients. Known for their high standards of workmanship and strong reputation, they continue to grow and now require a Trainee Maintenance Engineer to support their expanding service team. In this role you will be joining an experienced team of Engineers and receiving structured training to become a fully qualified Maintenance Engineer. You will be involved in servicing and maintaining HVAC systems at commercial sites, carrying out planned maintenance and assisting with fault finding and repairs. Full product and industry training will be provided. This role would therefore suit an ex-forces individual or service leaver who is looking for a long-term career within the HVAC industry and the opportunity to develop into a fully qualified engineer. The Role: • Assisting with the maintenance and servicing of HVAC systems* Planned and reactive maintenance work* On-the-job training from experienced Engineers* Field-based role covering Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire & Northamptonshire* Salary Negotiable + Van + Training + Overtime + Benefits The Person: • Ex-forces or currently serving and looking to transition into civilian employment* Interest in engineering or building services (HVAC / mechanical / electrical)* Willing to learn and develop new technical skills* Full UK driving licence Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Year 5 Primary Teacher Location: Milton Keynes Start Date: After Easter Competitive Pay: £220 - £240pd (Experience Dependent) Are you an inspiring and committed KS2 teacher looking for a long-term role where you can make a real impact?We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher to join a supportive and forward-thinking primary school in Milton Keynes from after the Easter break. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that values its staff, invests in high-quality teaching, and provides an excellent environment for both pupils and teachers to thrive. Why This Opportunity Stands Out • Strong, supportive senior leadership team focused on staff wellbeing, • A school culture that encourages creativity and professional autonomy, • Well-behaved, motivated pupils who enjoy challenge and engage well in learning, • A collaborative KS2 team who share resources and best practice You will take responsibility for a Year 5 class, delivering stimulating and engaging lessons that promote curiosity, resilience, and progress. You will work within a well-structured KS2 team and contribute to the wider school community. What We Are Looking For • Experience teaching KS2 (Year 5 experience welcomed but not essential), • Strong behaviour management skills, • Ability to plan high-quality, engaging lessons aligned with the national curriculum, • A positive, respectful learning environment, • Access to strong curriculum support and high-quality resources, • Engaged pupils who demonstrate excellent attitudes to learning, • Opportunities for ongoing professional development If you are a motivated and passionate KS2 teacher looking for an exciting long-term role after Easter, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now via Reed, or contact us directly for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Long-Term Role | ASAP Start | Up to 1 Year A secondary school in Bedford is seeking an inspiring and creative Drama Teacher to join their team on a long-term basis, starting as soon as possible and running for up to one year. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school with a supportive, hands-on Senior Leadership Team and a collaborative staff environment where the arts are valued as part of a broad and balanced curriculum. The Role: * Teaching Drama across Key Stages 3 and 4 * Planning and delivering engaging, practical and theory-based lessons * Encouraging creativity, confidence and performance skills * Preparing students for assessments and performances * Maintaining high expectations for behaviour and participation The Ideal Candidate Will: * Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification * Have proven UK teaching experience, ideally within secondary education * Have experience teaching Drama at KS3 and KS4 * Be confident leading practical lessons and productions * Bring energy, creativity and strong classroom management skills Essential Requirements: * Right to Work in the UK * UK teaching experience This role offers stability for up to a full academic year and the opportunity to make a lasting impact within a supportive and forward-thinking school. Apply today or contact us for further details.

SEND Teaching Assistant - BedfordJob Role: Teaching Assistant (NVQ Level 2)Pay: £95 - £110 per dayLocation: BedfordContract Type: Full TimeStart Date: ASAPAre you a calm, resilient, and driven individual who thrives in a supportive environment? Do you have a genuine interest in helping young people overcome barriers to learning and grow in confidence? If so, this opportunity could be a great fit for you.Aspire People are proud to be supporting a highly nurturing and well-regarded Special Educational Needs (SEND) provision in Bedford. The school is seeking a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team and play a key role in supporting students who are unable to access mainstream education due to medical, social, or behavioural challenges.This provision works closely with young people to help them re-engage with learning, develop social and emotional skills, and make positive steps towards transitioning back into a mainstream setting. Every day is different, and the rewards of seeing student progress are significant.What We're Looking For* NVQ Level 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or substantial experience supporting young people with SEMH needs* Ideally, experience working with students with Autism, communication difficulties, or behavioural needs in either a professional or personal capacity* A patient, empathetic approach and a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed* Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm in challenging situationsWhy Work With Aspire People* Flexibility over your working days and locations* Competitive, weekly pay* A dedicated consultant supported by a knowledgeable team* Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent rolesThis role suits those starting their career in education as well as experienced TAs seeking a meaningful new challenge. If you're passionate about providing support that truly makes a difference, we encourage you to get in touch.To apply or learn more, please call .Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expect all candidates to share this commitment. All placements are subject to full screening, including an enhanced DBS check and employment history verification.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Job Title: Qualified KS1 Teacher - Bank StaffLocation: BedfordPay: £130 - £160 per day (dependent on experience)Contract Type: Flexible | Term Time OnlyStart Date: March 2026Looking for flexibility but love working in the classroom?Are you a passionate teacher who wants to make the biggest difference possible? Aspire People is seeking a Qualified Key Stage 1 Teacher to support a variety of supportive and welcoming primary settings across Bedford. Whether you're returning to teaching, freshly qualified or just looking to strike a better work-life balance - this is the perfect opportunity for you!This flexible position allows you to work on your terms - whether this looks like 1 day a week or a full-time position, we find the roles that work for you! You'll step into KS1 classrooms, deliver high-quality teaching and ensure a smooth learning experience in the absence of the class teacher. What we're looking for:* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)* Recent experience in a UK primary classroom (ideally KS1)* Strong behaviour management and adaptable teaching style* A proactive, reliable, and enthusiastic approach to supply teachingWhy join Aspire People?* Total flexibility over your working days and locations* Competitive daily rates paid weekly* Access to a wide range of schools and year groups* Friendly and experienced consultant support* Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles if desiredWhether you're looking to ease back into teaching or just want to keep things flexible, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today to join our trusted team of supply teachers in Bedford-or get in touch to find out more on .Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Qualified Teacher Opportunity in Bedford - SEN School (ASAP Start)Job Title: Qualified Teacher (QTS)Location: BedfordRate: £120 - £175 per day (dependent on MPS and experience)Hours: Term time onlyAre you a passionate, qualified teacher looking to make a difference in a specialist SEN setting? A welcoming SEN school in Bedford is seeking a Fully Qualified Teacher (FQT) to join their dedicated team from September 2025. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), this is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a supportive environment.This role is ideal for teachers who want to:* Work in a rewarding SEN setting with a strong focus on inclusive education* Develop their skills while supporting children with diverse needs* Make a lasting difference to pupils' lives in a nurturing school community* Be part of a collaborative and passionate teaching teamKey Responsibilities:* Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with SEN* Work closely with support staff to meet a range of learning needs* Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment* Monitor progress and adapt teaching strategies as neededKey Requirements:* QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) - must be held in the UK* UK teaching experience (mainstream or SEN)* Passion for supporting children with additional needs* Open to learning and developing SEN expertise* Strong classroom management and adaptabilityThis is a brilliant opportunity for a teacher who wants to expand their experience in a unique and meaningful setting, whether you're early in your teaching journey or looking for a fresh, fulfilling challenge.To apply, send your CV or contact our recruitment team on for more information.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expect all candidates to share this commitment. Placements are subject to Child Protection screening, including DBS and employment history checks.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

We are recruiting for a reputable planning consultancy in Bedford for a Strategic Development Planner with a strong background in policy knowledge, particularly in Local Plan representations and strategic land promotion ideally. This role involves working closely with our Land and Planning departments to identify potential sites for residential and mixed-use development, considering technical and planning constraints. The ideal candidate will have experience in residential development planning and a keen interest in further developing their skills in a dynamic environment. Salary = £30-35,000 per annum Selling points Really fun and supportive culture in this office with brilliant staff social events and incentives including recently a trip to the Christmas market in Brussels last year, rugby matches and horse racing. Flexible/hybrid working Great development opportunities Day-to-day of the role: • Collaborate with colleagues in the Planning and Land Departments to conduct site searches, considering factors like 5-year land supply, Green Belt, and market values., • Identify potential sites based on technical and planning constraints and conduct research into Local Plan, SHLAA, and Neighbourhood Plan., • Engage with landowners to discuss the planning merits of their sites and produce detailed site appraisals to assist with planning strategy., • Meet with developers to provide planning input during the site acquisition and sales processes., • Assist senior planning colleagues in Development Management tasks as required, which may include preparing and submitting planning applications, conducting site appraisals, and policy reviews., • Participate in public consultations, prepare materials, and attend events to represent the company., • Undertake administrative duties related to consultancy work, such as handling enquiry calls, producing Confirmation of Instructions, and managing time recording and invoicing. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Proven experience in strategic planning, particularly with Local Plan representations and land promotion., • Familiarity with planning policy and development management., • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of maintaining strong relationships with developers, landowners, and other stakeholders., • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team., • Willingness to undertake further training and work towards professional qualifications in planning and environmental law. To apply for the Strategic Planner position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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. Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check, satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work document. Discover Stonewater: Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme. Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market. We’re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people’s lives. We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation. Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Stonewater, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

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.

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Heating Engineer to join a well-established company. Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Salary: Competitive Salary. Depending on Experience Location: Bedford MK44 – Field Based About The Role: The company is growing, and they are looking for a skilled and friendly Heating Engineer to join their team. If you take pride in your work and value excellent customer service, they would love to hear from you. In under two years of trading, the company has earned over 150 five-star reviews from happy customers. They have also been recognised with an award from a leading insurance management company for top-performing contractor in the East — and they are proud to be Baxi-accredited installer. Join a company with strong foundations, a fantastic team culture, and huge potential for further growth. Key Responsibilities: • Servicing and maintenance of Boilers and Heating Systems, • Fault Finding and Repairing Boilers and Heating Systems, • Installation of Boilers and Heating Systems, • Work Uniform, • Van, • Mobile Phone, • Gas Analyser Candidate Requirements: • Gas Safe qualified, • Driving Licence with less than 6 points, • A clear DBS Check, • Minimum 5 Years Experience Company Benefits: • 8 Days Bank Holiday, • 20 Days Holiday Entitlement, • In addition to your holiday entitlement, you get your birthday off each year and a Christmas shopping day., • Pension, • Additional Training, • Bonus set as per require target, • Opportunities to grow within the business, • You can earn more money with overtime, • Wages paid on the 1st of each month If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration. The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

Are you a SEN Teaching Assistant looking to take your next step into the education sector? This position is ideal for anyone considering a future career in education and training, psychology, youth work, or teaching. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced SEN practitioner, you'll gain valuable practical experience in a supportive and rewarding setting. Position: School Support Worker Location: Bedford Pay: £480-£500 per week Hours: Full-time, 8:30am-3:30pm Sector: Education and Training This School Support Worker role in Bedford could be the perfect opportunity to begin your career supporting young people with special educational needs. As a School Support Worker in Bedford, you'll work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to help students overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and personally. This role offers excellent hands-on experience within education and training, while allowing you to make a meaningful difference to students' lives every day. We're Looking for Someone Who: • Has a background or strong interest in psychology, mental health, or youth work, • Is passionate about inclusion, wellbeing, and personal development, • Can confidently commute to Bedford If you're seeking a meaningful role in education as a School Support Worker and want to join a team in Bedford dedicated to making a real difference, apply today.

Head of CommercialBedfordshire, Permanent, Full Time We're looking for an experienced and commercially astute Head of Commercial to lead procurement, commercial and risk management activity across our Development directorate.This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for ensuring our new homes are compliant, delivered efficiently, and to the highest standards. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping specifications, managing risk at precontract stage and providing expert commercial and contractual advice throughout the development lifecycle. What you'll be doing • Leading on procurement, commercial strategy and risk management for new development projects, • Owning and maintaining Employer's Requirements, Design Briefs and specifications across all tenure types, • Chairing and leading the Specification Review Group, ensuring continuous improvement driven by lessons learnt and customer feedback, • Providing build cost budgets, procurement advice and value engineering input to support new business opportunities, • Ensuring all contractual documentation, due diligence and risk mitigation is in place before contracts are entered into, • Leading and managing the Employer's Agent Framework, including performance management and allocation of work, • Leading on compliance with H&S and CDM, providing expert advice and guidance to the development team, • Supporting our delivery teams with commercial advice and dispute avoidance, • Monitoring construction cost trends, benchmarking and value for money Essential: • Proven experience providing commercial, procurement, risk and technical advice on residential development schemes, • Strong background in contract administration (ideally JCT Design & Build) at senior QS or Commercial Manager level, • Expertise in preparing, negotiating and reviewing building contracts and professional appointments, • Excellent knowledge of construction legislation, including CDM Regulations, • Experience of leading teams and managing people, • Strong analytical, negotiating and communication skills, • Professional membership (e.g. RICS, CIOB, RIBA) or equivalent experience, • Chartered Quantity Surveyor or equivalent qualification, • Experience within the affordable housing sector, • Knowledge of planning legislation and sustainable construction At bpha, we're committed to building quality homes and thriving communities. You'll be joining an organisation that values collaboration, innovation and professional growth, where your expertise will genuinely shape how we deliver our development programme. Please note that applications will be reviewed as received, bpha reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised end date. We recommend early applications to avoid disappointment.

Bedford Salary - circa £18-£20 per hour Monday - Friday days Your new role: You will be joining a well-known and respected engineering parts manufacturing business as part of their production team, working to engineering drawings and specifications. Due to continued growth, the business is now looking for a Mechanical Fitter with Mig or Tig welding experience to join their team. Key Responsibilities & Duties: • MIG and TIG welding on a variety of metals (e.g., mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium), • Fabricate and assemble components from engineering drawings and specifications, • Operate workshop tools and machinery such as grinders, saws, drills, and presses, • Carry out precise measuring, cutting, and fitting of materials, • MIG/TIG welding experience, • Mechanical fitting/assembly experience, • Ability to work to technical drawings/specifications, • Good hand-eye co-ordination Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us now on for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

ARM are supporting a market-leading Automotive testing company to recruit a Principal Engineer within their Passive Safety department. Up to £70,000 + Bonus + Benefits We’re looking for an experienced Test Engineering Manager to lead a small technical team delivering passive safety testing to global standards on their sled facility. This is a hands-on leadership role in a high-performance, regulated test environment. Responsibilities • Lead Health & Safety, risk assessments, and safe test operations, • Manage and develop a small team of engineers and technicians, • Plan workloads, schedules, and resources, • Act as key technical contact for customers and future programmes, • Drive continuous improvement and performance metrics, • Own departmental finances including invoicing and forecasting, • Support ISO17025, ISO9001, and other accreditations, • Oversee sled testing procedures, equipment utilisation, and data analysis Experience • Degree-qualified, ideally in Automotive Engineering, • 5+ years’ experience in automotive or aerospace passive safety testing, • Strong sled testing expertise (essential), • Proven people management and planning skills, • Expert knowledge of European, Federal, and Global safety standards, • Experience with data acquisition, high-speed cameras, and test instrumentation, • Strong understanding of ATD injury criteria and data interpretation Desirables • Static rig testing experience, • FARO Arm or CMM experience *Must have full-time, permanent right to work in the UK.

Interim Head of FP&A 📍 Bedford (5 days onsite) 💰 Up to £100,000 (6-Month FTC) We are partnering with a Bedford-based client to appoint an experienced Interim Head of FP&A for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical capability, commercial insight, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment. This opportunity suits a senior finance professional who thrives in structured reporting environments, brings strong audit experience, and can add immediate value across financial planning, reporting, and controls. Key Responsibilities Monthly Reporting & Financial Control • Support delivery of monthly accounts in line with the month-end timetable, • Ensure high attention to detail, with clear and transparent assumptions, • Deliver supporting schedules for exceptional items, with a focus on sales and profitability, • Support year-end close and audit delivery, • Prepare ad-hoc schedules to meet auditor requirements, • Complete assigned year-end deliverables in line with deadlines, • Develop, streamline and enhance financial management and reporting processes, • Strengthen financial controls and drive efficiency improvements, • Provide support across the wider Finance function where required, • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), • Strong FP&A and financial control background, • Proven experience supporting audits and year-end processes, • High attention to detail with strong analytical capability, • Confident working onsite in a hands-on leadership capacity

Visum Recruitment has the pleasure of representing our client, a bespoke supplier of solutions for the wastewater industry. Procurement Manager - Job Overview The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing a robust procurement strategy that supports profitable project delivery, supply chain resilience, and long-term business growth. Operating within a project-based OEM engineering environment, the role ensures early procurement engagement, cost certainty, risk mitigation, and strong supplier performance across the full project lifecycle. Responsibilities • Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with business objectives, project delivery requirements, and growth plans., • Establish and manage long-term supplier and framework agreements to improve cost competitiveness, lead time certainty, and supply resilience., • Lead supplier rationalisation initiatives and build strategic partnerships with key vendors., • Provide early procurement input during bid, tender, and engineering phases to improve cost accuracy, lead time visibility, and risk identification., • Support project teams with sourcing strategies for long-lead, high-risk, or critical components., • Ensure procurement plans are aligned with project schedules and cash flow requirements., • Drive cost-down initiatives and value engineering opportunities across the supply base., • Monitor and manage procurement-related cost performance, variations, and supplier claims., • Improve working capital outcomes through payment term negotiation., • Identify and proactively manage supply chain risks, including capacity constraints, single- source dependencies, and market volatility., • Establish procurement governance, policies, and standardised processes across projects., • Ensure compliance with contractual, quality, and regulatory requirements., • Act as the primary interface between engineering, project management, operations, and suppliers. Procurement Manager - Qualifications & Skills • Proven experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management within a project-based OEM, engineering, manufacturing, or capital equipment environment., • Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating complex supplier agreements., • Demonstrated ability to manage procurement across multiple concurrent projects., • Experience engaging with engineering and project teams early in the design and bid phases., • Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills., • Formal qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or Business., • Experience implementing procurement frameworks or governance models., • Knowledge of contract law and risk management in project environments. (Desirable). Procurement Manager - Salary & Benefits • Salary £55k, • Bonus scheme, • Company Benefits

Job Title: Senior Research Nurse / Clinic Site Manager Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Registered Nurse to take on a dual role as Clinic/Site Manager within a private clinical research site. This is a leadership-focused position requiring strong clinical research site experience and proven management capability. The role is primarily operational and strategic, with minimal hands-on nursing duties as required. This is a full-time, on-site role. Candidates must be locally based and able to attend the clinic daily. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the clinical research site, • Monitor and maintain Site KPIs and performance metrics, • Provide regular performance reporting to senior leadership, • Line manage, mentor, and develop the nursing and study coordinator team, • Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory standards, • Support clinical delivery when required (minimal nursing duties), • Registered Nurse (active registration), • Strong clinical research site experience (private site preferred), • Previous management or team leadership experience, • Proven ability to manage KPIs and performance reporting, • Strong organisational and communication skills

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

Digital Transformation Project Manager 📍 Bedford (Hybrid – 3 days onsite) 💷 Up to £625 per day (Inside IR35) 📅 Contract We’re supporting an engineering organisation in Bedford as they enter a critical phase of a site-wide Digital Transformation. The business has strong internal defence focussed IT capability and subject matter expertise. What they need now is someone to bring structure, clarity and programme leadership to shape the overall roadmap and turn emerging requirements into a coherent, deliverable plan. The Opportunity The transformation is running across two parallel streams: • Known change – addressing identified infrastructure and technology improvements, • Emerging change – requirements currently being defined by Business Analysts Your role will be to bring this together into a structured, phased and costed programme plan. This is not just coordination, it’s about providing strategic delivery leadership while remaining hands-on. What We’re Looking For • Strong Senior IT Project Manager or early Programme Manager experience, • Proven background delivering IT modernisation or digital transformation, • Experience developing business cases and structured delivery roadmaps, • Comfortable working with ambiguity and shaping undefined requirements, • Strong planning, cost modelling and governance capability, • Experience within defence, aerospace, government or regulated environments desirable You MUST be eligible for SC, be UK based and happy working hybrid for this role. Candidates with existing SC will be prioritised.

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.

Hush is an ambitious and distinctive fashion brand, with plans to double the business over the next few years. Founded 21 years ago, we are now established as one of the UK’s leading online fashion retailers. We employ around 130 employees across head office and retail, creating and selling a beautiful range of women’s clothing and accessories characterised by effortlessness, simplicity and a laidback sense of style. Despite the challenges to the retail industry, Hush has continued grow – and our company culture still reflects our entrepreneurial roots and relaxed aesthetic. We love hard-working and talented people with a can-do attitude and a passion for what they do. About the role Hush is looking for a talented Senior Writer to join our creative team and champion our unique brand voice across every channel - from digital and social to press and print. Reporting into the Head of Content, you’ll act as a tone of voice guardian, ensuring all brand copy is consistent, engaging, and distinctly Hush. You’ll lead on copy across owned, paid, and press channels, mentor our Writer and freelance contributors, and bring fresh ideas to our editorial storytelling. What you’ll do • Leading and curating written content across all channels, • Driving editorial strategy and storytelling, • Mentoring and supporting writers & freelancers, • Proofing and sub-editing to ensure quality and consistency, • Creating product copy, editorial features, emails, and more, • Collaborating closely with design, CRM, SEO, and PR teams, • Representing the brand in the wider fashion, lifestyle & culture space What you’ll bring • Significant copywriting experience in fashion, retail, or lifestyle, • A natural storyteller with sharp attention to detail, • Deep understanding of tone of voice and brand consistency, • Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle deadlines, • Experience with CMS, SEO and digital content best practices, • A confident mentor and team player with creative energy Why you’ll love it here 💻 Hybrid working – 3 days in our London office, 2 days from home 🎉 A supportive, dynamic, and creative workplace 🚀 Growth opportunities as we expand and innovate 🏖️ Generous holiday allowance and flexibility to recharge 📚 Continuous professional development to keep you ahead of the curve 🍻 Social events that celebrate our collective achievements 💪🏼 Early-finish Fridays and flexible hours for better work-life balance ✨ Exclusive company discounts and perks Our Commitment At Hush, we embrace diversity as a strength that drives innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace where individuality is celebrated, and everyone feels empowered to succeed. Our culture reflects our commitment to equal opportunities and respect for all. If you’re passionate about fashion, lifestyle, and bringing a brand voice to life, we’d love to hear from you! No agencies please.

Mobile Field Service Technician – Recycling Machinery 📍 Bedford, UK (Field-Based Role) 💼 Full-time | Competitive Salary + Benefits + Training The Opportunity A well-established global engineering business within the recycling and waste processing sector is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to join its UK service team. This is a hands-on role supporting customers across the UK, focusing on maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of mobile hydraulic shredding and material processing equipment. If you enjoy working independently, solving technical challenges, and being close to heavy machinery in the field — this role offers strong long-term career stability and technical development. Key Responsibilities • Diagnose, service, and repair mobile hydraulic shredding equipment, • Carry out preventative maintenance and emergency breakdown support, • Troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems, • Interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics, • Maintain service documentation and technical reports, • Provide professional on-site customer support, • Travel nationally to customer sites (some overnight stays required) What We’re Looking For • 3+ years’ experience servicing heavy plant, recycling equipment, or hydraulic machinery, • Strong hydraulic diagnostics and mechanical repair skills, • Basic electrical troubleshooting capability (12V/24V systems), • Ability to work independently in a field-based environment, • Full UK driving licence, • Strong communication and customer-facing skills Desirable (not essential): • Experience with shredders, recycling or material processing equipment, • Hydraulic certification or fluid power training, • PLC diagnostic exposure, • Welding/fabrication skills, • Experience with HGV or mobile plant systems What’s On Offer • Competitive salary and overtime opportunities, • Company vehicle + tools, • Ongoing technical training and career progression, • Supportive engineering team environment, • Exposure to industry-leading recycling technology Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing sector focused on sustainability, circular economy solutions, and advanced recycling technologies — with strong demand for skilled field engineers.

Location Stewartby, Bedfordshire, UK - must live within a short commute of Stewartby Department Engineering Reporting To Engineering Director Role Overview Andersen EV Plc is the UK leader in the design, development, manufacture, sale and distribution of prestigious, smart-enabled domestic and work-place charging points for electric vehicles. We are proud of our reputation for quality that has enabled partnerships with car manufacturers and energy companies, including, but not exclusively, Jaguar Land-Rover, Porsche, Renault, Geely, Octopus Energy and OVO. We are looking for a multi-skilled Head of Quality and Product Reliability to be responsible for the quality of our products and services and to also have control and investigation of all units and equipment that have been returned by or on behalf of our customers. We have high quality standards and expect minimal product issues. We are proud of outstanding customer satisfaction and as our success grows with market expansion, we must ensure that all our products and services meet the highest level of quality and reliability. Furthermore, any emerging faults or issues must be identified at the earliest possible point and then eradicated from our production and systems. Following product training, the successful applicant will be expected to have the necessary level of skills to differentiate between hardware, firmware and software faults and issues. In respect of hardware with digital and analogue circuits, you will have the ability to fault find down to component level and will be able to identify design defects and errors. In respect of firmware and software you will be able to identify the systems and sub-systems causing errors and faults and be able to demonstrate the deficiency to the design engineers responsible for the firmware and software. You will be skilled at replicating reporting faults and errors. You will have an understanding of mechanical engineering and will be adept at using accurate, high resolution, measuring equipment. You will be responsible for all aspects of quality, ensuring that products and services reach our customers in pristine condition and superbly presented. For example, you will ensure that all our packaging is extremely robust to ensure that there is no risk of damage when in transit with third-party couriers. This is a senior role, and you will be expected to ensure that all persons having responsibility for the maintenance of quality standards within the company carry out quality related processes with due diligence and in a timely manner. You will have sufficient supervisory experience to ensure that your will prevails. It is envisaged that you will have significant experience of working to build quality and product reliability within a small to medium sized company that produces smart enabled or IoT electrical and electronic products. Duties You will be an integral member of the Engineering Team, reporting to the Engineering Director. You will have a proactive role in all development projects, whether relating to products or services, to ensure the highest level of quality and that prior to commercial release the product or service is of exemplary standards of quality and free from inherent fault. Your input and recommendations will be a key focus of the sign-off process. You will also ensure ongoing conformity of all constituent parts and systems. On a daily basis, you will check all received returned units and parts that are related to a fault report and remedial action that has taken place at the customer’s address. You will check that all returned units and parts are accompanied by the correct documentation. You will report any errors in the returns process. You will then examine the returned units and parts. In the case of a fault, you will investigate the unit, in our fully equipped laboratory, to pinpoint the fault and the root cause, which you will document and report. In the case of a hardware fault, you will fully identify the design or component defect and make recommendations for the immediate action to be taken to eradicate that fault from further occurrences. In the case of a firmware or software issue, you will identify the system or sub-system that is faulty or has incompatibilities or bugs and you will document and report the fault, which will then be allocated to a firmware or software design engineer in the team, with whom you will support in validating the elimination of the fault. You will also work closely with hardware design engineers within the team. You will directly supervise an assistant who will be responsible for booking in product returns, confirmation of fault categories, and initial testing as directed by you. Following the technical investigation that is carried out by you or at your direction, your assistant will also strip, restock or otherwise dispose of returned products. You will have significant interface with senior management and will have considerable input into staff training and definition of new processes, whilst maintaining cost effective overheads and not introducing unnecessary bureaucracy. Qualifications and Experience Selection of the successful candidate will be based upon ability, but you will likely be educated to degree level in electronic/electrical engineering. You will have an understanding of mechanical engineering. You will be self-motivated and have a strong proactive motivation to permanently solve faults, problems and issues. You will be expected to work methodically and contribute to the overall excellence of the Engineering Team. You will have had a minimum of five years’ experience in a quality assurance role with management responsibilities. You will have previously held a position of ensuring quality and product reliability within a small to medium sized business. You will be entirely conversant with fault finding and fault resolution with electronic and IOT products. It will be advantageous to be conversant with ISO 9001:2015 and the quality requirements for a Business Management System. Salary £60,000 to £65,000 per annum Benefits • Salary Sacrifice Electric Car (optional), • Company events, • Company pension, • Employee discount, • On-site parking (free) Schedule • Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:30 with one hour for lunch Ability to commute · Must be able to reliably commute to Bedford, MK43 9ND, on a daily basis • Will live within 30 miles road distance from MK43 9ND Job Type · Full-time Work authorisation • United Kingdom (required) Work Location · Stewartby. In person. There is no remote or hybrid working.

My client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a busy engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer with strong design, mechanical, and commercial awareness to contribute to precision-engineered, bespoke electromechanical assemblies. Key Responsibilities • Produce detailed 2D and 3D designs for bespoke and standard machinery, ensuring accuracy and manufacturability, • Manage updates and revisions to existing designs, ensuring changes are recorded and implemented efficiently, • Collaborate with project teams to develop innovative mechanical and electromechanical solutions, • Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials and technical documentation in design and ERP systems, • Ensure all project files, drawings, and specifications are complete, organised, and available for cross-departmental use, • Support the wider engineering team with ad-hoc tasks and projects as required The Candidate Holds a recognised engineering qualification Proven ability to create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models using professional CAD software Skilled in developing practical, cost-effective designs that meet project requirements Experience working on complex assemblies Exposure to machinery design and build Strong knowledge of mechanical tolerances, fits, and quality standards Comfortable managing design revisions and implementing changes efficiently Familiarity with document and data management systems for engineering projects Understanding of design-for-manufacture principles and methods to optimise product performance Awareness of commercial factors and the ability to contribute to project planning and delivery Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience; details will be discussed on the call with Mansell Recruitment Group

Overview An established manufacturing business is seeking a multi-skilled Mechanical Technician to join a busy production environment. This is a hands-on position suited to an experienced Mechanical Fitter with a strong mechanical background and a solid mechanical/electrical skill split, ideally gained within bespoke machinery or automation settings. The role supports machine build, testing, commissioning, and ongoing improvement activities within a quality- and safety-focused operation. Key Responsibilities • Set up, test, and commission machinery for pre-delivery factory acceptance testing, • Carry out mechanical fitting and assembly of bespoke machinery, • Assemble equipment from technical and engineering drawings, • Install motors, gearboxes, belts, bearings, and complex mechanical assemblies, • Work with pneumatics and automation systems throughout build and test phases, • Assist with fault finding and diagnosis of mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical issues, • Use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and machine tools, including turning and milling, • Support validation and compliance activities in line with quality standards, • Assist with the development and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs), • Support and mentor Mechanical Fitters, promoting safe working practices and build quality, • Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety regulations, • Use IT systems and basic documentation tools for reporting and record keeping The Candidate Holds a recognised engineering qualification or has completed a relevant apprenticeship Brings 3–5 years of mechanical fitting experience following qualification Has worked on bespoke machinery or special-purpose equipment within a manufacturing environment Experienced in machine set-up, testing, and pre-delivery commissioning Demonstrates strong mechanical build, assembly, and fitting capability Possesses a practical understanding of pneumatics and automation systems Machining experience, including turning and milling operations Confident using IT systems for documentation and reporting Salary Salary will be discussed on the initial call with Mansell Recruitment Group.

Senior Quantity Surveyor Bedford - Office & Site Based Permanent Who are we? MCR Property Group is a national real estate investment and development company with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh. The business focuses on residential and industrial new build alongside the strategic asset management of existing assets, with a current pipeline of approximately 7,000 residential plots and a commercial and industrial portfolio valued in excess of £2 billion. The role With significant expansion planned over the coming years, MCR is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its London-based development team and play a key role in delivering projects across the South of England. Our flagship new build project, based in Bedford, will be the main focal point. As our She Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide commercial leadership and take responsibility for the financial performance of assigned developments, ensuring projects are procured effectively and delivered on time and within budget. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, Commercial Director and the Board, the role offers a high level of visibility and involvement in strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and presenting monthly commercial reports, cost forecasts and valuations, managing contract and subcontract packages, administering variations and supporting projects through to final account. They will work closely with Project Managers and fellow Quantity Surveyors across the business, contributing to procurement strategy, value engineering initiatives and ongoing cost control throughout the project lifecycle. About you Applicants should have a minimum of five years’ experience working as a Quantity Surveyor across a range of project types and values, with a background gained at either a developer, main contractor or subcontractor. A strong understanding of subcontract procurement and construction commercial management is essential, along with experience in both pre- and post-contract administration, including cost planning, estimating, preparation of bills of quantities, tendering and procurement, valuations, final accounts and commercial reporting. Candidates should also demonstrate a broad understanding of construction processes, materials and building systems, be confident using Excel and other standard office software, and hold a full UK driving licence. MCR is looking for an individual who approaches challenges proactively, is comfortable acting as a sounding board for project teams and can provide clear, commercially sound solutions when issues arise. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential, along with the confidence to engage professionally with stakeholders at all levels of the business and supply chain. The role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accountability and is motivated by the opportunity to play a visible role within a growing national developer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly active and ambitious organisation, work on high-profile residential and industrial developments, and build a long-term career within a business that offers genuine responsibility, progression and exposure to senior leadership from day one.

Ready to turn your love of physics, maths, or acoustics into a career that gets you out of the classroom and into the real world? We’re on the lookout for a bright, enthusiastic graduate to join our clients acoustic consultancy team — and no, this isn’t a desk-bound, number-crunching-only kind of job (unless you want it to be sometimes). 🔊 What You’ll Be Doing From day one, you’ll get hands-on experience in the fascinating world of sound. Think: • Heading out on site to carry out real-world noise surveys, • Testing sound insulation in brand-new buildings, • Building 3D noise models (yes, it’s as cool as it sounds), • Turning your findings into professional reports, • Visiting projects across rural, urban and industrial locations throughout the UK One week you could be measuring environmental noise in the countryside. The next? Working on a major city-centre development. 🚀 Big Projects. Real Impact. As you grow, you won’t just assist — you’ll lead. You’ll manage projects from start to finish and collaborate with some of the UK’s top architects, engineers, developers and construction teams. We work on high-profile, landmark developments — including some of the most iconic residential buildings in Europe. You won’t just observe great projects. You’ll help shape how they sound. 🌱 What We’re Looking For • A degree in Acoustics or a closely related subject (Maths, Physics, Engineering, Music Technology, etc.), • Strong A-Levels in maths and science, • A friendly, confident personality — someone who can talk just as comfortably with clients as with colleagues, • A driving licence and access to a car (or close to getting one) If you’re curious, practical, and enjoy both problem-solving and people-facing work, you’ll fit right in. 🎓 Support & Development You won’t be thrown in at the deep end. You’ll receive: • One-to-one mentoring, • Structured training within an experienced consultancy team, • Clear progression towards managing your own projects 🏡 Hybrid Working After successfully completing your probationary period, you’ll have the flexibility of hybrid working, with a typical pattern of two days per week in the office and the remainder working from home or on site, depending on project needs. 💼 The Perks (and the Fun Stuff) • Competitive salary, • Group bonus scheme, • Private health insurance, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Salary sacrifice pension, • Casual Fridays, • Regular social events — including team running club and our much-loved curry club We work hard, support each other, and make sure there’s plenty of opportunity to unwind together too. If you’re ready for a career that blends science, technology, travel, teamwork and real-world impact — and you like the idea of literally shaping the soundscape of modern buildings — this could be the perfect start.

Electrical Design Engineer Based in Bedford We are an established Bedfordshire-based manufacturer of special purpose machines to household names across the globe and serving a wide range of industries is expanding our in-house engineering team. Due to a sustained period of growth we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join our business. Based at our recently refurbished site on the outskirts of Bedford (within easy reach of the A6 and A421 and free on-site parking) with an early finish on Fridays, you will work on both improving our existing product ranges and the development of new products. In addition, occasionally (approximately 4 to 5 times a year) you will travel both in the UK and Overseas to customer sites to resolve any automation issues regarding commissioning, installation and trouble shooting. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong experience in special purpose control systems, incorporating PLC-control systems such as Siemens S7 and/or Rockwell ControlLogix. Experience with servo drive applications would be a strong advantage. This is an exciting time to join us as we are continuing to expand product ranges, integrating technological advancements, and our development of bespoke solutions to meet specific customer needs means that your work will be interesting and varied. We are looking for a dynamic individual who can take the function forward and embrace the opportunity to directly contribute to NPD and NPI of one of Bedford's most highly respected manufacturers. We invite applications from Controls and Automation Engineers with the following attributes: • Experience designing electrical control systems for automation or special purpose machinery, • Solid understanding of AutoCAD Electrical, • Previously designed safety control systems and used validation software, • Ability to create risk assessments and design safety circuits to meet appropriate SIL level, • Valid Passport and Full driving licence More information available upon application.

Hush is an ambitious and distinctive fashion brand, with plans to double the business over the next few years. Founded 21 years ago, we are now established as one of the UK’s leading online fashion retailers. We employ around 140 employees across head office and retail, creating and selling a beautiful range of women’s clothing and accessories characterised by effortlessness, simplicity and a laidback sense of style. Despite the challenges to the retail industry, Hush has continued grow – and our company culture still reflects our entrepreneurial roots and relaxed aesthetic. We love hard-working and talented people with a can-do attitude and a passion for what they do. About the role Are you passionate about fashion retail and ready to take the next step in your merchandising career? Join Hush as an Assistant Merchandiser and play a key role in ensuring our customers have the right products at the right time, place, and quantity. What you’ll do • Analyse sales data to optimise stock levels across all channels., • Monitor product performance and adjust allocations to maximise profitability., • Collaborate with Buying, Marketing, and Ecommerce teams for seamless launches and promotions., • Manage inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment and minimising stockouts., • Maintain accurate merchandising systems and reports to track trends., • Prepare and present sales performance reports, identifying opportunities for growth., • Support planning and execution of end-of-season sales and promotions., • Continuously improve merchandising strategies and processes. What You’ll Bring • Previous experience in a similar role (essential)., • Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables)., • Excellent communication skills across Outlook, Teams, and face-to-face., • Highly organised, detail-oriented, and commercially aware., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment., • Experience in fashion retail and mentoring junior team members is a plus Why you’ll love it here 🎉 A supportive, dynamic, and creative workplace. 🚀 Growth opportunities as we expand and innovate. 🏖️ Generous holiday allowance with flexible hybrid working options. 📚 Continuous professional development to keep you ahead of the curve. 🍻 Social events that celebrate our collective achievements. 💪🏼 Early-finish Fridays and flexible hours for a better work-life balance. ✨ Exclusive company discounts and perks Our Commitment At Hush, we embrace diversity as a strength that drives innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace where individuality is celebrated, and everyone feels empowered to succeed. Our culture reflects our commitment to equal opportunities and respect for all. Why Hush? Join a dynamic, collaborative team where your ideas matter and your growth is supported. If you’re ready to make an impact in a fast-moving fashion brand, we’d love to hear from you! No agencies please.

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

Senior Project Manager – Residential Development Bedford, Bedfordshire (Site-based) About MCR Property Group MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong UK presence, operating from offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. Our core focus is the delivery of high-quality residential and industrial developments alongside the active management of a diverse, multi-sector property portfolio. This currently includes approximately 5,000 residential plots and commercial and industrial assets in excess of £2 billion in value. We are entering an exciting phase of sustained growth and are seeking talented, motivated and commercially minded professionals who share our passion for real estate and long-term value creation. Joining MCR means becoming part of a business that rewards initiative, supports development and offers genuine career progression. The Role We are currently seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join our team, based on a major development site in Bedfordshire. This is a standout opportunity to take a leading role within a fast-paced, thriving business that is continuing to scale nationally. You will be instrumental in delivering complex residential projects while developing your career within a highly ambitious and well-capitalised property group. As our Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the successful delivery of large-scale residential developments, from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, you will provide strong leadership on site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for driving performance across all disciplines, coordinating internal teams and external partners, and acting as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities The role will involve developing and maintaining comprehensive project programmes, budgets and resource plans to ensure effective delivery from inception through to completion. Strong leadership will be required to coordinate and motivate project teams, including site management, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and high performance. Full responsibility will be taken for managing all subcontract packages throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring commercial, contractual and programme obligations are achieved. Health and safety standards must be owned and upheld at all times, ensuring full compliance with legislation, company policy and industry best practice. The design process will be overseen from RIBA Stage 3 through to Stage 6, embedding buildability, cost efficiency and quality across all stages of delivery. Rigorous quality assurance procedures will be implemented to ensure all works meet regulatory requirements, design intent and MCR’s internal standards. Project costs will be actively controlled, with expenditure monitored against budgets, variations managed effectively and value-engineering opportunities identified without compromising quality or safety. Potential project risks will be proactively identified, with mitigation strategies developed and implemented to protect programme certainty, commercial performance and delivery outcomes. Clear and professional communication will be maintained with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular progress updates and responding promptly to queries, changes or emerging issues. Project schedules and critical milestones will be managed closely to ensure agreed completion dates are consistently achieved. Procurement of materials, plant and equipment will be coordinated to support programme certainty, quality standards and commercial efficiency. Contracts with subcontractors, suppliers and consultants will be reviewed, negotiated and administered in line with project and company requirements. All construction activities will be delivered in compliance with relevant legislation, building regulations, planning conditions and statutory obligations. The position will report directly to the Construction Director, providing accurate project reporting, forecasts and performance updates. Requirements A degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline is preferred. You will have proven experience operating as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within residential development, with strong exposure to high-rise schemes. You will be confident using construction management software and project reporting tools. You will demonstrate excellent commercial awareness, problem-solving capability and sound decision-making under pressure. You will possess exceptional communication skills, with the ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders and represent the business professionally. Please note: this role is site-based / office-based and does not offer hybrid or remote working.

Role: Litigation Legal Assistant Location: Bedford Salary: DOE A well-established law firm is seeking a full-time Litigation Legal Assistant to join its Bedford office. This role is ideal for an organised and proactive individual with strong administrative and secretarial experience, who can work independently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism. Confidence in dealing with clients and third parties, both by telephone and in person, is essential. Key Responsibilities • Handling new enquiries and issuing initial client documentation, • Responding to queries from clients, solicitors, and other parties, • Recording detailed attendance notes of all communications, • Opening and closing files and maintaining accurate electronic and paper records in line with regulatory and internal requirements, • Providing general administrative support including scanning, copying and filing, • Drafting routine correspondence and preparing straightforward legal documents, • Completing legal forms and submitting applications to the Court, • Managing contact lists and diaries for fee earners, • Undertaking basic legal and factual research, • Organising, paginating and indexing documents (including medical records) and preparing chronologies, • Monitoring key dates and deadlines, • Preparing court bundles and e-bundles, • Assisting counsel at court when required, • Assisting with file costing and preparing billing information for the accounts team, • Providing reception cover and assisting with post and banking when required Person Specification • Strong administrative/secretarial background (legal experience preferred), • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, • Ability to manage workload independently, • Professional and confident client manner, • Competent IT skills and familiarity with document management systems Working Hours & Benefits • Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:15pm (1 hour lunch), • Office based role with immediate start available, • Competitive salary dependent on experience, • 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Pension scheme, • Firm-funded eye tests, • Monthly holiday incentive scheme, • Ongoing training and support, including assistance with professional qualifications. If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.

Looking for a hands on and experienced Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and enjoys working across multiple teams to deliver high-quality outcomes. Our client is a market leader in customer experience technology and this role offers strong career development, predominately remote working with 1 day per week in the office and the chance to work with some of the most innovative tools in the industry. Project Manager Bedford (one day a week on site) £45,000 to £50,000 per annum (doe) In this role, you will be responsible for delivering products, applications, and services to end users as well as to translate technical information back to customers. Key Responsibilities • Deliver products, applications, and services to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction, • Work cross-functionally to support customer engagement and the expansion of products and services, • Liaise with internal departments to ensure project mandates are clearly understood, agreed, and delivered to schedule, • Manage project risks, issues, assumptions, constraints, and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle, • Facilitate and lead project meetings, ensuring accurate minutes are produced and distributed, • Manage project budgets Skills and Experience Essential: • Experience working in a technical, customer-facing environment, • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, • Strong organisational, administrative, and prioritisation skills, • Ability to resolve or escalate issues effectively and sensitively, • Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work with minimal supervision Desirable: • ICT or related degree, IT Apprenticeship, or relevant industry experience, • PRINCE2 Practitioner or PMP qualification, • Scrum Master qualification, • Agile and/or Scrum delivery experience, • Experience delivering IT application and/or telecommunications solutions within Public Sector and Corporate environments Special Conditions: • Full driving licence and access to a vehicle, • Flexibility to work away from home, occasionally at short notice, • Occasional travel to other offices, • Successful completion of pre-employment screening and NPPV3 screening If this Project Manager role would be of interest please contact

Job Details • Job Title: QA Officer, • Location: Bedford, UK, • Employment Type: Permanent, • Industry: Pharmaceutical Distribution (Warehouse), • Work Arrangement: On-site About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Site QA Officer to join our team at our Lutterworth facility. This role is critical to ensuring the highest standards of quality assurance within our pharmaceutical distribution operations, maintaining compliance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and other regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in upholding quality standards, managing quality processes, and supporting continuous improvement in our warehouse operations. Key Responsibilities • Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with GDP and other relevant regulations., • Conduct investigations and manage Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to address non-conformances., • Handle deviations, ensuring thorough documentation, root cause analysis, and resolution., • Support change control processes, including assessing and documenting changes to procedures, systems, or equipment., • Perform internal audits and support external audits to ensure adherence to quality standards., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in quality processes., • Maintain accurate and detailed records of QA activities, ensuring traceability and compliance., • Contribute to training staff on quality procedures and GDP requirements., • Monitor and report on quality performance metrics to management. Required Qualifications and Experience • 1-2 years of experience in Quality Assurance, ideally within pharmaceutical distribution (GDP). Candidates with QA experience in other industries will be considered if they have demonstrable experience with CAPA, deviations, and change control processes., • Strong understanding of quality management systems and regulatory compliance., • Proven ability to conduct investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions., • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams., • Consistent work history with a demonstrated commitment to previous roles (candidates with frequent job changes will not be considered)., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel) for documentation and reporting purposes. Desirable Skills • Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) within pharmaceutical warehousing., • Experience with internal and external audits., • Familiarity with quality management software or systems. Location and Work Arrangement • This role is based at our Tamworth facility., • The position is fully on-site, with no remote or hybrid working options available.

SHEQ Business Partner Construction | Refurbishment & Fit-Out Projects South of England (Multi-Site Role) Salary: Up to £65,000 + Car Package (DOE) About the Role We are seeking a committed and knowledgeable SHEQ Business Partner to join our growing construction team, working across a portfolio of refurbishment and fit-out projects throughout the South of England. Reporting directly to the Health & Safety Compliance Manager, you’ll be an integral part of a collaborative and experienced SHEQ department, supporting safe delivery across multiple live sites. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to bring fresh energy, strong technical competence, and a solutions-focused mindset to a well-established team. Key Responsibilities • Provide expert SHEQ guidance across multiple refurbishment and fit-out sites., • Carry out regular site audits, inspections, and compliance checks to ensure best practice and regulatory adherence., • Support the development, review, and implementation of RAMS, safe systems of work, and SHEQ documentation., • Partner with Project Managers and Site Teams to drive continuous improvement in health, safety, environmental, and quality performance., • Assist with incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective action planning., • Deliver toolbox talks, briefings, and training materials to enhance on-site safety culture., • Assist the Compliance Manager with SHEQ initiatives, reporting, and departmental projects., • Promote a proactive, positive culture of safety and quality across all operational teams. Requirements • NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum) or equivalent SHEQ qualification., • Experience in the construction sector, ideally within refurbishment, fit-out, interiors, or similar environments., • Strong understanding of UK H&S legislation, compliance standards, and ISO frameworks., • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the South of England., • Excellent communication, engagement, and influencing skills., • Ability to work collaboratively within a team while managing your own workload independently. What We Offer • Up to £65,000 salary, depending on experience, • Car package, • Supportive and collaborative SHEQ team environment, • Excellent opportunities for career development and further training, • The chance to work on a diverse portfolio of high-quality refurbishment and fit-out projects, • A values-driven organisation with a strong focus on safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement

Overall Purpose: The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing a robust procurement strategy that supports profitable project delivery, supply chain resilience, and long-term business growth. Operating within a project-based OEM engineering environment, the role ensures early procurement engagement, cost certainty, risk mitigation, and strong supplier performance across the full project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with business objectives, project delivery requirements, and growth plans., • Establish and manage long-term supplier and framework agreements to improve cost competitiveness, lead time certainty, and supply resilience., • Lead supplier rationalisation initiatives and build strategic partnerships with key vendors., • Provide early procurement input during bid, tender, and engineering phases to improve cost accuracy, lead time visibility, and risk identification., • Support project teams with sourcing strategies for long-lead, high-risk, or critical components., • Ensure procurement plans are aligned with project schedules and cash flow requirements., • Drive cost-down initiatives and value engineering opportunities across the supply base., • Monitor and manage procurement-related cost performance, variations, and supplier claims., • Improve working capital outcomes through payment term negotiation., • Identify and proactively manage supply chain risks, including capacity constraints, single-source dependencies, and market volatility., • Establish procurement governance, policies, and standardised processes across projects., • Ensure compliance with contractual, quality, and regulatory requirements., • Act as the primary interface between engineering, project management, operations, and suppliers., • Collaborate with HSQE manager to undertake supplier performance reviews, addressing quality, delivery, and commercial performance., • Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain. Person Specification: • Proven experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management within a project-based OEM, engineering, manufacturing, or capital equipment environment., • Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating complex supplier agreements., • Demonstrated ability to manage procurement across multiple concurrent projects., • Experience engaging with engineering and project teams early in the design and bid phases., • Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills., • Formal qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or Business., • Experience implementing procurement frameworks or governance models., • Knowledge of contract law and risk management in project environments. (Desirable).