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Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Closing date: 10th May Interview Date: 21st May This role has strategic oversight of our schools across the Thames Valley region, including Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Berkshire, Hertfordshire, Greater London, Surrey and Kent. Candidates must be based within this geographical area as regular travel across these locations is an essential requirement of the role. While the position offers a level of remote working, a strong regional presence is critical to effectively support and engage with our schools. Those huge small victories Are you currently working as a DSL in school or have wider DSL/Safeguarding responsibilities within a Multi Academy Trust, if so, are you ready to take the next step and join a team of likeminded people who are passionate about safeguarding children or are you a Schools Safeguarding Officer or equivalent within a local authority and are already supporting DSLs in schools? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. Our teams are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. For children with complex needs the level of care and education we provide must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence and market leading OFSTED ratings. Get out what you put in The Schools Safeguarding Officer will work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSL’s) and Head Teachers to ensure that practice is robust and defensible in relation to safeguarding within the school. You will work with the Head of Safeguarding to support schools and ensure compliance in accordance with safeguarding and wider legislation and in the development and delivery of training for DSL’s and school-based staff. You will contribute to effective partnership working between different teams and departments within Witherslack Group. You will undertake safeguarding audits in schools to ensure compliance within current frameworks and support schools in any actions plans resulting from findings within safeguarding audits. You will also support DSL’s in schools and give advice to ensure that safeguarding concerns are managed in line with Local Safeguarding Partnership procedures and thresholds. You will work with DSL’s in schools to ensure that safeguarding record keeping is robust and in line with best practice and will give advice and guidance in relation to safeguarding cases. The ideal candidate will have experience as a DSL in a school and has worked in a variety of different agencies. If in addition to that you have wider agency experience of working within for example, early help or children’s social care, that would be even better. We are looking for someone who has experience of giving advice to and supporting DSLs/DDSL’s in their work, has experience of developing and delivering training and undertaking audits in relation to safeguarding. Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We’ll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you’re free to achieve your potential. Here’s what we need from you; • Extensive safeguarding expertise — significant experience (5+ years) managing safeguarding and child protection cases, ideally as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or in a similar senior role., • Strong policy knowledge — up-to-date understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education, national safeguarding policy, wider education legislation, and partnership arrangements., • Proven advisory and training skills — ability to provide expert safeguarding advice to schools, support the resolution of safeguarding deficits, and design and deliver effective training., • Ongoing professional development — a comprehensive portfolio of CPD in safeguarding and child protection, with evidence of applying learning from reviews and developments into practice., • Excellent interpersonal and organisational abilities — strong communication, problem-solving, and report-writing skills, with the flexibility to manage competing priorities and support schools in high-pressure situations. What we do for you We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: • Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 dependent on experience, • Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts, • Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays), • Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits ___, • Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance, • Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities, • A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Join the UK’s best special education and care provider Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself . For a full job description please click ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost). We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. #INDH

We are currently recruiting a Supported Living Manager to join our passionate care team in the heart of Oxfordshire. Here we provide quality person-centred care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives. This is an excellent development opportunity to take on further responsibility in service management. You will be working with senior managers and be responsible for maintaining an overview of the service, leading a highly motivated team and contributing to the further development of the service. You will carry out the role demonstrating a person-centred approach with a warm, confident, professional manner. Experience of staff and service management is essential. You must be a confident and accountable practitioner, with the ability to put contractual and CQC quality standards into practice. You must be able to lead a team with confidence and provide clear guidance, supervision and support to your team members. You will be able to communicate positively and professionally with the families of the people we support, their advocates and other agencies. This role offers unique and challenging opportunities bringing great job satisfaction and career development opportunities. We provide relevant training including accredited management training and health and social care diplomas through our own internal training academy. We may also support you with advanced practitioner training opportunities in relevant areas. In addition to opportunities for personal and career development we offer good conditions of service and a supportive management culture. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community! Vacancy Reference Number: 88290 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK

Locality Manager (South East) Location: South East (e.g. Brighton and Hove, Eastbourne, Surrey, Reading, Oxford) Salary: £55,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing date: 07 May 2026 At Stonewater, we believe everyone deserves a place to call home and a service they can rely on. We’re looking for an experienced Locality Manager to lead housing services across the South East (e.g. Brighton and Hove, Eastbourne, Surrey, Reading, Oxford), ensuring our customers receive high quality, responsive and personalised support. About the role: As a Locality Manager, you’ll be responsible for the operational delivery of housing services across your locality. You’ll lead tenancy and neighbourhood management, champion excellent customer experience, and work closely with colleagues and partner organisations to build safe, inclusive and thriving communities. You’ll also play a key leadership role - coaching, mentoring and developing Housing Officers and frontline colleagues to achieve high performance, confident decision making and strong customer outcomes. What you’ll be doing: • Leading tenancy services including allocations, tenancy management and enforcement, • Managing neighbourhoods to ensure estates are clean, safe and well maintained, • Supporting customers with complex needs through effective case management and multi agency working, • Championing complaint resolution and using learning to continuously improve services, • Ensuring services are compliant with housing legislation, safeguarding requirements and regulatory standards, • Building strong relationships with residents, community groups, local authorities and partners, • Using performance data and KPIs to drive service improvements and customer satisfaction, • Line managing Housing Officers and embedding a culture of coaching, development and accountability, • Experience in housing management or community services, • A solid understanding of tenancy law, housing regulation and safeguarding, • Proven experience coaching and developing high performing teams, • Strong communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills, • The ability to analyse performance information and use data to improve outcomes 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.

Data Protection Analyst required to deliver high-volume Subject Access Requests on a hybrid contract in Oxford. £320 per day3 months (with a strong likelihood of extension)Oxford (Central) - hybrid working with light on-site presence (approximately 1 day every two weeks) Your new organisationWe are working with a large, highly regulated public sector organisation based in Oxford that processes significant volumes of personal and sensitive data. Due to sustained demand across its data protection function, additional interim support is required to ensure Subject Access Requests and other Individual Rights Requests are managed compliantly, accurately and within statutory timescales.The organisation operates in a complex, fast-paced environment where information rights, transparency and lawful data handling are critical. This assignment sits within an established data protection and access to information team and is focused on delivery rather than strategy. Your new roleThis is a hands-on Data Protection Analyst role, suited to a contractor with strong, practical experience processing Subject Access Requests. You will take ownership of a live caseload of SARs and related individual rights requests, managing them end to end from receipt through to lawful disclosure. The work involves locating, reviewing, redacting, and preparing information in accordance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. You will regularly handle complex and high-volume requests, some of which involve highly sensitive or emotionally challenging content, requiring sound judgement, attention to detail, and a calm, proportionate approach. You will be responsible for applying exemptions accurately, including confidentiality, Legal Professional Privilege, and third-party data considerations, and for making defensible decisions on whether information can be released. Acting as the primary point of contact for requestors, you will ensure communication is clear, timely, and appropriate throughout the lifecycle of each request. Alongside your own caseload, you will support the wider team by peer-reviewing responses, covering cases during peak periods, and escalating complex issues where necessary. This is a delivery-focused role where success is measured by quality, compliance and throughput. What you'll need to succeedYou will have solid, hands-on experience working within data protection or information governance, with a strong track record of processing Subject Access Requests in line with statutory requirements. A working knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 is essential, particularly in relation to individual rights, exemptions, and lawful disclosure. You should be comfortable working autonomously, managing competing deadlines, and maintaining accuracy under pressure. The role requires confidence in making disclosure decisions, resilience when handling sensitive material, and the ability to communicate complex legislative concepts clearly and empathetically to both colleagues and the public. Experience within the public sector or similarly regulated environments such as social care, housing, healthcare, or education is highly advantageous, though not essential for candidates with strong SAR delivery experience. What you'll get in returnThis is a contract with purpose. Alongside a competitive daily rate, you'll gain the flexibility of remote working, the autonomy to lead a high-impact project and the chance to make a real difference in a respected organisation delivering services that change lives. What you need to do nowIf you're ready to bring your Data protection expertise to a purpose-driven organisation, click 'apply' to submit your CV and begin a confidential conversation. 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

Delivery Manager UK Based – Remote/Hybrid Working £85,000 - £95,000 A leading and rapidly growing technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to join its Service Delivery leadership function. This is a key operational leadership position suited ideally to a candidate with strong Microsoft Business Central delivery experience and proven people management responsibility. Previous management experience is essential, as the successful candidate will lead multiple delivery teams while ensuring operational stability, quality, and consistent customer outcomes across complex ERP programmes. Delivery Manager Key Responsibilities • Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to Team Leaders, ensuring teams are supported, aligned, and operating effectively., • Manage workload allocation, utilisation, and capacity planning to maintain balanced and efficient delivery., • Identify skills gaps and support training, development, and performance management initiatives., • Ensure consistent adherence to delivery processes, documentation standards, and quality frameworks., • Oversee operational delivery output, conducting reviews and spot checks to maintain high quality and customer satisfaction., • Drive standardisation and continuous improvement through best practices, templates, and process enhancements., • Proactively identify and resolve delivery blockers, including resourcing challenges, technical issues, and workload conflicts., • Act as the primary escalation point for delivery and customer issues, stabilising situations and minimising disruption., • Perform root cause analysis, communicate recovery plans to stakeholders, and track actions to prevent recurrence., • Proven management or leadership experience within service delivery, consultancy, or project environments, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities., • Strong experience delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central / Dynamics NAV or similar ERP projects, ideally within consultancy-led delivery., • Demonstrated experience handling delivery escalations, managing customer relationships, and supporting full project lifecycles including discovery, UAT, go-live, and post-go-live support., • Ability to identify delivery risks and quality issues early, review deliverables for assurance, and implement effective corrective actions.

Commercial Manager (Manufacturing/Engineering)Abingdon, Oxfordshire£45,000 - £60,000 + Progression + Training + Excellent Company Benefits Excellent opportunity for a Commercial Manager coming from a background working in the manufacturing or engineering sectors who is looking for a senior role within a well established and rapidly growing company offering ongoing technical development and progression opportunities. Do you have experience in working with customers and suppliers to effectively manage projects? Are you looking to help lead exciting projects while also having opportunities for future progression into senior roles? This company have been established for over 60 years and specialise in the manufacture of high precision components for a long list of prestigious clients. With ongoing investment they are rapidly expanding across all areas of the business. Due to their continued success they are now looking to add to their specialist team. In this role you will be working to lead the department and the team by being a key point of liaison with customers to help with estimates, secure business and negotiate with suppliers. The role will involve running the commercial team and well as driving the ongoing growth of the business into the future. The Role: • Project manage new business and generate project plans, • Driving all commercial elements of the business, • Experienced Commercial Manager, • Previous experience working in a manufacturing or engineering environment, • Looking for future progression opportunities in a growing business 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.

Karter Thomas Recruitment is recruiting for a Team Manager (Supported Housing) on behalf of a housing support provider who help their clients to live as as independently across Oxfordshire. The Role You will lead and line-manage Support Workers, ensuring high-quality, personalised support is delivered in line with regulatory and safeguarding requirements. Key Responsibilities • Lead, motivate, and support a team of Support Workers, • Ensure person-centred support, care planning, and risk assessments, • Promote safeguarding, quality, and compliance (including CQC standards), • Deliver effective recruitment, inductions, supervision, and rota planning, • Build positive relationships with individuals, families, and professionals Confident people manager with strong communication skills Strong understanding of safeguarding, person-centred practice, and GDPR Enhanced DBS (or willing to undertake) Desirable: • Management experience in supported living or similar settings, • Knowledge of CQC requirements

Supported Living Operations Manager Location: This role is home based, but there will be an expectation to travel to schemes. Salary: £48,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Closing date: 07 May 2026 At Stonewater, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling, independent life. Our Supported Living services provide high-quality, person-centred support for individuals, including specialist young people’s services, domestic abuse services and mental health services across Swindon, Oxford, Gloucester, Poole, Exeter, Dorset. We’re now looking for a Supported Living Operations Manager to lead and shape high-performing services across a locality-based portfolio. This is a key leadership role where you’ll combine operational excellence, strategic thinking and genuine compassion to deliver outstanding outcomes for the people we support. About the role You’ll have overall responsibility for the operational management, quality and performance of both directly managed and agency-managed supported living services within your area. You’ll lead and inspire teams, ensuring services are safe, compliant, financially sustainable and focused on achieving meaningful outcomes for customers. You’ll also play a critical role in developing strong partnerships with commissioners, local authorities and managing agents, supporting service growth in line with our Supported Living Growth Plan. Key responsibilities include: • Leading the operational delivery of high-quality, outcome-focused supported living services., • Managing and developing Coordinators and teams, creating a positive, high-performance culture., • Overseeing agency-managed services, ensuring effective contract, compliance and housing management., • Championing a strengths-based, person-centred approach that promotes inclusion and community engagement., • Managing budgets, contracts and funding streams to ensure value for money., • Using data and insight to drive service improvement and performance against KPIs., • Building strong strategic relationships to support service sustainability and growth., • Ensuring full compliance with health & safety, safeguarding and organisational requirements. You’ll be a confident, values-led leader with experience of managing supported living or similar services in a regulated environment. You’ll bring strong operational and financial acumen, alongside a genuine commitment to co-production and inclusive service design. • Proven experience managing and developing teams, including performance management., • Experience of partnership working, stakeholder management and contract delivery., • A track record of achieving KPIs and embedding a high-performance culture., • Experience managing budgets and delivering value for money., • Knowledge of supported living policy, funding frameworks and best practice., • Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills., • A clear understanding of safeguarding, risk management and health & safety., • The ability to manage multiple priorities and drive continuous improvement. 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.

* Senior Urban Design Officer (Interim) Immediate Start Shape one of the UK’s most iconic cities. Oxford is growing, changing and facing big design challenges—and we’re looking for an experienced Senior Urban Design Officer to help lead the quality and ambition of major development across the city. This is a high-profile interim role at the heart of a busy planning authority, ideal for an urban design professional who thrives on influence, collaboration and design excellence. The role You’ll be a trusted design specialist, working closely with planning colleagues and senior stakeholders to ensure development in Oxford is of the highest quality. Key responsibilities include: • Providing specialist urban design advice on major planning applications and pre-application enquiries, • Shaping and contributing to design guidance and planning policy projects, • Supporting and helping to facilitate the Oxford Design Review Panel, • Advising officers, applicants, agents and elected Members with clear, balanced and evidence-led recommendations, • Presenting confidently at committees and stakeholder meetings About you You’re a confident, credible urban design professional who can balance strong design principles with pragmatic decision-making. You will bring: • A degree in urban design, architecture or a closely related subject, • Membership (or working towards) RIBA, RTPI or the Urban Design Group, • Proven experience dealing with the urban design aspects of major development proposals, • A strong track record of influencing outcomes and building collaborative relationships Contract details • 37 hours per week, • 5 days per week (4-day condensed week considered), • Hybrid working – flexible, with an expectation of at least 2 days per week in the office(Thursdays are typically the key office day), • Immediate start, • Initial contract until at least August, with potential extension Rates: • £20.99 PAYE per hour, • £23.52 Umbrella per hour, • Higher rates considered for the right candidate please note your anticipated rate on your CV Why this role? • Work on high-profile schemes in a world-renowned city, • Be a genuine design influencer, not just a reviewer, • Join a collaborative, professional team that values quality and expertise, • Flexible working with a competitive interim rate If you’re ready to make a visible impact on Oxford’s built environment, we’d love to hear from you. • Experience presenting to elected Members and committees, • Sound, current knowledge of the UK planning system, planning law and government guidance, • Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to make and defend evidence-based judgements, • Strong IT capability

Mechanical Engineer, Product Improvement, Aerospace, COR7523 This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer, with demonstrative experience of working in highly-regulated industries such as Aerospace or Space, to join a highly-successful company at the forefront of Aerospace innovation in a newly-created role. The Role Working across my client's product suite, the Mechanical Engineer will work within my client's product improvements team. The Mechanical Engineer will work with customers to understand requirements and will look for opportunities to reduce cost, risk and lead time of my client's products and processes. The Mechanical Engineer will carry out detailed reviews to test and prove the robustness of designs, will manage and maintain the design configuration of designs produced and will work autonomously to build and test new designs and concepts. Benefits: • Flexible benefits with an allowance to spend on the benefits that are of value to you!, • Up to 2 days working from home each week, • 28 days holiday, • 4% pension contribution, • Share options What do I need? • A good understanding across areas such as mechanical, thermal, electrical and systems engineering, • Familiarity with at least one of aerospace composites, gears, motors and mechanisms, • Experience with software packages for structural analysis, thermal analysis and mathematical modelling, such as FEMAP, NASTRAN, ADAMS, Matlab, etc. So What's Next? If you are an experienced Mechanical Engineer, and would like to know more about this excellent opportunity; apply now for immediate consideration! Mechanical Engineer, Product Improvement, Aerospace Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business. #GB, #ChannelC

Job Title: Multi-Skilled Tradesman & Project Leader Salary: Up to £50,000 per year Location: Abingdon (OX14), Oxford Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About Us: We're a busy refurbishment company with a strong pipeline of local work looking for a solid, experienced multi-trade who can confidently lead residential projects across the Oxford area. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality refurbishments and maintaining strong relationships with our clients, which keeps our workload consistent year-round. Proven skills & experience required: To be considered, you must have proven experience in all of the following: • Bathroom installations - full fit-outs from first fix to final finish, • Kitchen installations - units, worktops, and appliances, • Plumbing - pipework, fittings, and general system knowledge, • Carpentry - first and second fix, • Tiling - walls and floors with good attention to detail, • Structural work (e.g. forming openings, working with structural walls), • Flooring: vinyl (preferred) The role: You'll be running jobs on site while remaining hands-on, working across kitchens, bathrooms, and full refurbishments. This is a key role where you'll take ownership of projects from start to finish, ensuring work is completed to a consistently high standard. What you'll be doing: • Leading jobs on site from setup through to completion, • Working hands-on across multiple trades, • Managing and coordinating a small team and subcontractors, • Liaising with customers where required, • Confident running jobs from start to finish with minimal supervision, • Takes pride in work with strong attention to detail, • Reliable, organised, and able to manage time effectively, • Good communication skills and comfortable dealing with customers, • £175 - £192 per day (approx. £46K - £50K per year), depending on experience, • Overtime opportunities available, • Quarterly bonus based on performance and company targets, • 28 days paid holiday (including Bank Holidays), • Company van + tool insurance, • Workplace pension scheme, • Company uniform provided Interested? If you're an experienced multi-trade who can lead jobs and wants consistent work with a solid team, then apply now. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Carpenter, Carpentry, Foreman, Tradesperson, Construction Worker, Builder, Building, Building Services Operator, Skilled Labourer, Multi Trade, Skilled Trades, Woodworker, Plumber, Plumbing, Multi-skilled Tradesman, Multi-skilled Operative, Multi-trade Operative, General Maintenance, Maintenance, Kitchen Fitter, Bathroom Fitter, Kitchen Installer, Bathroom Installer, will all be considered for this role.

We're looking for a Senior Manufacturing Development Engineer to own the journey from experimental process to stable, scalable production. This is a role for someone who thrives at the boundary between development and operations who can define a process, prove it works, and hand it over with confidence. From initial process definition and validation through to full industrialisation, you'll be responsible for capability, yield, cost and scalability. This is a high-impact role that spans the full NPI lifecycle and your work will aim to fulfil our client's ambitions to deliver at volume. The Senior Manufacturing Development Engineer will have a proven track record of taking processes from early development through to stable, high-volume production. Comfortable with formal qualification methodologies, structured problem-solving, and the rigour of controlled production environments, you know how to write a control plan, lead a root cause analysis, and build the documentation that makes a process transferable. Just as importantly, you're a confident collaborator and as confident on the shop floor as in the office. The ideal Manufacturing Development Engineer will possess: • A Master's degree in Engineering and several years experience in a similar manufacturing development / process engineering role, • Excellent hands on problem solving abilities and sound knowledge of engineering fundamentals, • The ability to devise manufacturing processes from scratch, • The skills to work in a cross functional environment and having a strong shop floor mentality and presence. You'll be joining a team working on genuinely novel manufacturing challenges in a role that provides real scope to shape processes and influence design decision a collaborative environment with a company offering superb progression opportunities in addition to market leading salary and benefits. Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency

CONTRACT VALIDATION ENGINEER 12 month contract Our Client is seeking a validation engineer to execute protocols to demonstrate that manufacturing processes are carried out with consistent quality. As a validation engineer you will also be performing engineering studies to evaluate new products or components, change control assessments, and coordination of computer, PI data and method validations of applicable products. Responsibilities: • Coordinate projects directly with vendors and service providers to ensure that all validation and installation requirements are being satisfied during the execution of protocols., • Develop timelines for all projects and ensure that deadlines and goals are being met. Frequently update management and team on progress., • Being the lead on the writing and execution of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols.

Lead C# Software Engineer Abingdon, Oxfordshire - Commutable from Oxford, Didcot, Reading and Swindon £60,000 - £65,000 + 25 Days Holiday + Training + Progression + Excellent BenefitsExcellent opportunity for a Software Engineer to join a market leading, global business where you will play a key role in the development of advanced automated systems while leading a small, highly skilled software team. Do you have experience developing software in C# and WPF? Do you have experience working with machine control systems, motion systems, or industrial automation? This innovative and growing engineering company specialise in the development of advanced systems used across a variety of high-tech industries. Known for their technical expertise and engineering excellence, the company are expanding their engineering team and now require a Lead Software Engineer to support ongoing growth. In this role, you will take ownership of the software elements of engineering projects, leading the development of control software that integrates motion and vision systems. You will also be responsible for being the lead in a small software engineering team, allocating tasks, maintaining coding standards and supporting the commissioning of turnkey systems. The role would suit an experienced software engineer with strong C# development experience and ideally knowledge of industrial automation, looking to step into or continue within a technical lead position. The Role; • Develop software from the ground up using C# / WPF, • Integrate software with motion, vision and laser systems, • Support commissioning, deployment and troubleshooting of systems, • Manage the software repository and ensure code compliance, • Experience developing software using C# / WPF, • Experience with industrial automation, machine control or vision systems, • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and Git 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.

Are you passionate about delivering high quality, respectful, and person centred care and support to individuals in the heart of Oxfordshire? Creative Support are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced individual to join us as a Senior Support Worker to work in our supported living service in Headington, Oxfordshire. As a Senior Support Worker, you will lead a passionate and friendly team to support individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives. No two days will be the same as we support service users to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities including cooking/baking, walking, shopping and many more. You will work alongside the Project Manager to assist with the coordination and delivery of high quality outcome-focussed, person centred support to tenants. You will be positive about supporting people to increase their independence and ensure that they are at the centre of all decisions made about their lives. Your role will include: • Developing and leading the team to enable the tenants to have a high quality of life, and to be important and valued members of the local community, • Be responsible for ensuring personal, practical, emotional and social support is delivered at all times You must be warm, well organised, and conscientious and demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills. You will be required to work on a rota, undertaking early, late and weekend duties as required. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community! Vacancy Reference Number: 85616 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

Do you have a solid QA track record? Strong on Automation? A respected lead / mentor of juniors? Knowledgeable in the Microsoft stack especially Azure and Playwright? We are Preservica and we are changing the way organizations safeguard their digital information. Our projects are at the razor's edge of commercial software solutions addressing the need for smart digital preservation technologies. As a world-leader in digital preservation, our award-winning software is used by leading businesses, archives, libraries, museums and government organizations across the globe. To maintain our growth we believe in hiring strong technical talent and then supporting that talent to grow with us. The role: Working on Preserve365, our revolutionary Microsoft 365 Active Digital Preservation solution you will lead the technical direction of the automation framework and the overall efforts & output of the P365 QA team. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends deep technical involvement with coaching and strategic input into the continued evolution of our QA function. You'll own and shape the automation framework, develop and support a team of automation engineers, and work closely with engineering teams to strengthen quality across the organisation. You'll operate within agile, collaborative teams that value modern engineering practices, where the practical application of AI is actively encouraged to improve quality, efficiency, and delivery confidence. This will be a hybrid role working mostly from home with regular monthly office days in Abingdon. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: • Own and evolve the Preserve365 .NET/C# test automation framework, including coding standards and best practices, • Support and develop automation engineers, acting as a subject-matter expert across QA and Engineering, • Design and implement maintainable automated tests using BDD practices, • Grow automated regression coverage and improve CI pipeline reliability and performance, • Champion the practical use of AI to improve quality and accelerate delivery, • Carry out manual and exploratory testing when needed, while reviewing test assets and contributing to code reviews and pull requests You must have: • 5+ years' testing experience, design, and execution, skilled in automation, • Be familiar with Agile development practices including Agile testing, • Familiarity with CI pipelines, Azure-based platforms, and Git-based source control, • Strong experience in .NET/C#-based test automation, including frameworks such as Playwright, • Good understanding of BDD/TDD and tools such as Cucumber and Gherkin, • Adept with API testing tools such as swagger and postman You should have: • Degree level education in an engineering/software/system related subject or equivalent through relevant training and/or experience, • Able to work to tight deadlines, work closely with other QA engineers and Software Engineers, Product Owners, Agile Delivery Managers and Release Manager, • Familiar with modern source control techniques/tools such as GitHub, • Knowledge of MS365, SharePoint and Teams is desirable, • Experience using AI tools in a testing or engineering context is a plus Package As well as a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer tangible career development opportunities and dedicated training time to support professional growth. Preservica are an equal opportunities employer

Associate Director – Structural Engineering We are an established, independently owned consultancy providing integrated engineering, design and technical advisory services to the built environment. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions, we work with clients across the full project lifecycle and a broad range of development and infrastructure sectors. As part of our strategic growth, we are seeking an Associate Director – Structural Engineering to play a key leadership role within our regional business. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced, commercially aware structural engineer who is motivated to help shape the direction, capability and market presence of a growing consultancy. The Role You will take a leading role in delivering complex structural engineering projects while supporting the expansion of the local team and client base. Working closely with senior leadership, you will combine technical excellence with strong client engagement and commercial awareness, helping to secure and deliver work across multiple sectors. Projects range from new build to refurbishment and reuse, including residential, commercial, education, healthcare, research, industrial and mixed-use developments. Key Responsibilities Business & Client Leadership • Develop and maintain strong client relationships at regional and national levels, • Identify and support new business opportunities, including cross-disciplinary work, • Contribute to bids, tenders and fee proposals, • Lead structural engineering commissions from concept to completion, • Oversee and review design outputs, ensuring quality, compliance and programme delivery, • Provide senior technical guidance and quality assurance, • Mentor and support the development of engineers and technical staff, • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent), • Chartered Engineer (ICE or IStructE), • Typically 10+ years’ consultancy experience in a client-facing role, • Strong background in building structures and complex developments, • Sound knowledge of UK standards, legislation and BIM-enabled design We offer a competitive and flexible package, including: • Market-aligned salary, • Employer pension contribution, • Private medical insurance and life assurance, • Generous annual leave with flexible options, • Hybrid and flexible working, • Structured CPD and professional support, • Cycle-to-work and season ticket loans, • Health and wellbeing benefits

Your new company We are recruiting an experienced Tenancy Services Manager to lead and coordinate tenancy and housing management services within a large social housing organisation. This is a senior operational role requiring strong leadership, regulatory expertise and a clear focus on tenant satisfaction and service excellence.Your new role The Tenancy Services Manager will be responsible for the operational delivery, oversight and continuous improvement of tenancy services, ensuring full compliance with current housing regulation and consumer standards.Key responsibilities include: • Leading the delivery of a high-quality, tenant-focused tenancy service, • Managing and developing a team of housing staff, embedding high standards and accountability, • Translating housing legislation, regulation and policy into effective operational practice, • Ensuring compliance with the Social Housing Regulation Act 2023 and Consumer Standards, • Overseeing tenancy management activity including ASB, tenancy enforcement, sustainment and complaints, • Monitoring service performance, KPIs and tenant satisfaction, implementing improvements where required, • Working collaboratively with internal teams (income, ASB, tenancy sustainment) and external partners including adult and children's social care, • Supporting emergency planning and responding to critical incidents where required, • Proven mamillotegmental experience within local authority or registered provider housing services, • Strong working knowledge of social housing regulation, statutory responsibilities and consumer standards, • Experience leading and motivating multi-disciplinary teams, • A track record of delivering performance improvement and service compliance, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to engage with tenants, staff and senior stakeholders, • A tenant-centred, outcomes-focused approach What you'll get in return • Senior, high-impact leadership opportunity, • Opportunity to stabilise and strengthen a key housing service, • Hybrid working model 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

OT Cyber Security Specialist (Contract) Location: Hybrid – 3 days onsite (Oxfordshire), remainder remote Day Rate: £400-£450 per day (Outside IR35) Start Date: ASAP Clearance: SC required Hours: 37.5 per week (typically 9:00am–5:30pm) Overview We are supporting a leading UK organisation within the advanced engineering and research sector, seeking an OT Cyber Security Specialist to play a key role in building and maturing their Operational Technology (OT) security capability. This is a greenfield opportunity to shape and implement OT security strategy, frameworks, and governance across complex industrial environments. Key Responsibilities • Lead the design and delivery of the OT Security Strategy, including policies and standards, • Establish governance processes aligned to enterprise security frameworks, • Conduct OT risk assessments and gap analyses against recognised standards (e.g. IEC 62443, NIST CSF, CAF), • Identify and oversee implementation of security controls across OT environments, • Provide technical oversight when working with managed service providers and third-party vendors, • Collaborate with enterprise security teams to align OT and IT security initiatives, • Support OT incident response, including coordination with SOC teams where applicable, • Mentor junior team members and contribute to capability development, • Track and report on OT security maturity and roadmap progress Essential Experience • Proven experience developing and maturing OT security within ICS or critical infrastructure environments, • Strong background in defining and implementing OT security strategies, policies, and standards, • Deep understanding of OT security frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST CSF, CAF, ISO 27001), • Experience conducting OT risk assessments, gap analysis, and remediation planning, • Knowledge of OT networks, segmentation, and industrial protocols, • Experience working closely with engineering and operational teams, • Ability to oversee third-party vendors and managed security services, • Strong documentation and stakeholder communication skills Desirable Experience • Experience in solution architecture, • Familiarity with SIEM/SOC integration in OT environments, • Experience with OT asset discovery and monitoring tools, • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks within critical infrastructure (e.g. NIS), • Experience contributing to working groups or acting as a subject matter expert. Please apply with an up to date version of your CV for immediate consideration.

Our ClientMackie Myers are partnering with a well-known and highly respected educational institution with a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and innovation. With a strong commitment to delivering outstanding outcomes for students and investing in future growth, the organisation plays a key role within the education sector. We are supporting them in the recruitment of a Director of Finance, a senior leadership position responsible for shaping financial strategy, ensuring robust governance, and driving long-term sustainability across the institution.The RoleThis is a high-profile opportunity for an experienced finance leader to take ownership of the organisation’s financial direction and performance. Reporting to the CEO/Principal and working closely with the Board, you will provide strategic insight while ensuring strong financial control and operational excellence. You will oversee all aspects of financial management, from strategic planning and budgeting to compliance and reporting, while leading and developing a high-performing finance team. The role is critical in supporting informed decision-making and enabling the organisation to achieve its strategic ambitions.Main Duties • Lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s financial strategy, • Provide financial insight and challenge to the Executive Team and Board, • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning, • Ensure robust financial controls, compliance, and risk management frameworks, • Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and external reporting requirements, • Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and financial reporting cycles, • Ensure all financial systems and processes are efficient, scalable, and fit for purpose, • Manage treasury, cash flow, and investment strategies, • Lead, develop, and mentor the finance team, • Support strategic initiatives, including growth, transformation, and capital projects, • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and governance requirementsThe Successful Candidate, • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), • Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role, • Proven track record of strategic financial planning and organisational impact, • Experience operating in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment, • Strong understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at Board level, • Demonstrable experience leading and developing high-performing teams, • Experience within education, public sector, or not-for-profit environments is desirable What’s on Offer?, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Hybrid working opportunities, • Opportunity to join a respected, purpose-driven organisation, • Key leadership role with significant strategic influence, • Chance to make a meaningful impact on educational outcomes Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and InclusionWe believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve in every role we recruit for.

ABOUT GLOBAL CANOPY Global Canopy is a data-driven not for profit delivering real transparency and accountability for market impacts on nature and people. Our special focus is on ending deforestation – an essential step in achieving urgent global goals on climate, nature and human rights. ABOUT CORPORATE PERFORMANCE A growing number of companies and financial institutions are seeking to mitigate their impacts on nature. But many have made commitments that are not being met, and others are failing to take any action at all. We hold the most exposed companies and financial institutions to account through our Forest 500 project, by assessing their policies and performance. With our suite of Deforestation-free Finance Guidance and a forthcoming new tool, DEFT Pathway, we provide tools and data for financial institutions and investors to support effective engagement with high-risk companies. We support the finance sector, policy makers and other stakeholders by providing market-leading data on deforestation and ESG metrics through Forest IQ. ABOUT THE ROLE This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and deeply knowledgeable Programme Director. It is an opportunity to become part of an accomplished and proactive team at the heart of the fight against market-driven deforestation and nature loss. You will be a strong technical leader who excels at programmatic management and delivery. With a drive and passion for effective delivery, technical quality and rigour, and ensuring teams are well organised and properly resourced to meet their individual and collective objectives on time and on budget. You will lead the management and mentoring of the team and its development to ensure it is equipped and motivated to deliver on and scale-up its day to day work, while also continuing to innovate. You will participate in strategy development and external representation, helping to ensure we stay at the leading edge of global efforts to transition to deforestation-free supply chains and portfolios. You will ensure that our external partnerships are well managed, and that we are continuing to secure the resources and relationships needed to effectively deliver on our strategy in this fast-moving space. The programme is structured as three workstreams, which work across our projects and products. The workstreams Leads are responsible for delivery, so a key part of your role will be in supporting and enabling them and their teams to effectively deliver on their goals: • Research, Methodologies and Innovation, • Data and Product You will also hold overall budget and fundraising responsibilities for the team and be supported by a dedicated Finance Business Partner and our Development Team. You will ensure that we are making the most of the technical expertise, data and other synergies across Global Canopy as a whole, leveraging the time and skills of regional and cross-cutting programmes, such as the Brazil-based team and Human Rights and Learning & Development functions. RESPONSIBILITIES Programme leadership • Lead the effective implementation of the Corporate Performance strategy and workplan through the oversight and management of delivery of the Corporate Performance portfolio of projects. Ensure effective and impactful delivery, building and maintaining strong relationships with partners and strong programme management and leadership., • Oversee all major programme management tasks and deliverables including ensuring delivery against budgets, risks and opportunity management and escalation, donor reporting and deliverables. Day-to-day management of workstreams will be with the respective workstream Leads., • Develop multi-year plans and design processes to ensure staff ownership and clarity of roles and responsibilities., • Stay abreast of external developments affecting our strategy. This includes engaging with NGO peers and our target audiences of companies, financial institutions and policymakers., • Manage partnerships and identify new strategic partnerships to further drive forward the Corporate Performance work of Global Canopy and partners., • Work with other senior colleagues in Corporate Performance and Global Canopy to develop the strategy and future opportunities via consultative processes., • Working collaboratively with the Development team to cultivate and sustain strong relationships with both new and existing donors, while developing tailored fundraising proposals as needed to sustain and grow the programme.. To be successful in this role, these are the things that will matter the most: • Strong programmatic and people management skills, with a proven track record in successfully delivering on complex, cross-sector projects., • Strong leadership presence, modelling and championing leadership behaviours and organisational values., • Significant experience of project/programme management, working with and leading a large team., • Experience of all stages of project development and delivery e.g. project design, fundraising, as well as project implementation and delivering results., • Ability to oversee partnership projects with a variety of stakeholders and competing interests and priorities., • Ability to identify potential fundraising opportunities and design concepts in collaboration with Global Canopy’s Development team., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Salary: £70,000 full time equivalent (This role sits within Band B on Global Canopy’s remuneration framework.) Nature of contract: Full- or part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed term (24 months). We are a flexible employer and welcome candidates wishing to work flexibly. Base: Our office is in Oxford, with flexible home-working arrangements in place. Ability to attend the office fortnightly at minimum would be desirable. We will support UK visa sponsorship for this position. Holidays: 36 days (including bank/public holidays) for discretionary use across the annual leave year. Option to purchase up to an additional 5 days or equivalent of one week’s leave. Pension: Employer pension contribution of 8%. Healthcare cashback plan: Covering dental fees, eye-care, wellbeing, physiotherapy, chiropody and much more – for you and any children. Group Life Assurance: Paying a lump sum of 3 times annual salary Group Income Protection: Paying 75% of annual salary for up to 2 years (for long term sickness). Employee Assistance Programme: Which provides free, confidential advice on personal and legal matters. Other: Huge range of discounts and cashback deals at gyms, restaurants, holidays, and much more. HOW TO APPLY To apply for the position, please use this link and submit an up-to date CV and answers to the following questions (max 300 words each). • Why are you interested in this role? Which of your previous roles are most relevant to the Corporate Performance Director position, and what skills, strengths and experiences would you bring to Global Canopy?, • Please give an example of when you have led a team that worked across multiple projects and/or workstreams. What were the biggest challenges you faced and how did you deal with these? The closing date for applications is Monday, 18 May at 9am BST. The recruitment process for this position is intended to be as follows: 1. First-round interview of 30 mins (tentatively 26 & 28 May), 2. Final interview of 1 hour (tentatively w/c 8 June) with a written assessment to complete in your own time This recruitment process will take place online via video. The entire process is likely to take 4 weeks to complete from the closing date of this advert. Due to the volume of interest, we are unable to provide all applicants with individual feedback.

Architect Location: Oxford Salary: £34-40,000 A well-regarded architectural practice with a strong track record in commercial, education, defence and healthcare design is seeking a seasoned Senior Architect to join its welcoming team in Oxford. This role provides the chance to take the lead on substantial projects spanning all RIBA stages, contributing to a varied workload with a particular focus on complex and technically demanding schemes. It is an excellent opportunity for an Architect with robust sector knowledge, strong technical capability, and the confidence to drive projects from initial concept through to final delivery. Benefits Flexible and hybrid working options, with regular in-studio collaboration. Clear pathways for career development, including potential sector leadership roles. On-site parking available. Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative studio culture. Responsibilities Lead and manage projects throughout all RIBA stages (0-8), ensuring design quality, coordination and technical rigour. Contribute to design and delivery across commercial, education, defence and healthcare sectors. Produce accurate, high-quality technical drawings and 3D models using Revit, AutoCAD and SketchUp. Liaise confidently with clients, consultants, and contractors across all phases of project delivery. Support the ongoing growth of the healthcare portfolio, with the potential to assume key leadership responsibilities within the sector. Undertake regular site visits to multiple project locations. Skills and Qualifications Fully qualified Part 3 Architect with strong UK practice experience. ARB registration essential. Demonstrable experience delivering projects through all RIBA stages. Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. Background in commercial, education, defence or healthcare projects (healthcare experience particularly beneficial). Willingness and eligibility to obtain security clearance for sensitive work. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Effective communicator with strong leadership, coordination, and organisational skills. To apply, please call Sophie on or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to

Insight Executive Group are delighted to be working with a global Facilities Management company who are looking to recruit a Portering Manager to join their healthcare team in Oxford. The role is a permanent full time position with a starting salary of up to £45k. The Portering Manager will be responsible for: • reviewing and planning service improvements in a demanding NHS environment to ensure improved services, • managing efficient and customer focused portering services within the agreed budget, • maintaining services that exceed the level of performance required of the contractual quality performance regimes, to eliminate the risk of financial penalties, • developing and maintaining effective communication with patients, relatives and Trust staff, • adopting a team approach and participate fully with colleagues in the delivery and development of efficient integrated services, • building and maintaining effective relationships with staff, clients and other departmental supervisors, • motivating staff through good communications, team meetings & individual contact, progressing and feeding back to the General Manager on any issues raised,, • proven experience of managing a Portering team complex service with a diverse workforce in a customer/patient service environment, • proven experience of managing a successful P&L account

Financial Controller Oxford We are looking for our new Financial Controller: someone who takes pride in running an excellent finance operation and who enjoys being closely involved in the life of a college. This is a senior role at the heart of the College’s professional services team. Reporting to the Treasurer, the Financial Controller leads the College’s finance function and ensures the delivery of high-quality financial management, reporting and control across the organisation. We are looking for someone with substantial experience of running a highly effective finance operation, but who is also curious and interested in the wider context of the organisation they support. College life is varied and dynamic, and the finance team plays an important role in supporting activity across academic, operational and commercial areas of the College. You will be a key member of the Treasurer’s senior management team and the operational lead for the College’s finance function. Senior colleagues across the College look to the Financial Controller for sound financial advice as they develop plans and initiatives, and the role provides an opportunity to contribute to decision-making across a wide range of activities. You will lead a finance and payroll team of nine staff (6 FTE) and will be responsible for the integrity of the College’s financial reporting, control environment and systems. The role also involves working closely with the Governing Body and its committees, providing clear and insightful financial information that supports effective governance and stewardship of the College’s resources. Just as important as technical expertise is how we work together. Our finance team is collaborative, supportive and collegiate in the best sense of the word. We take pride in delivering high-quality work, but we also value openness, mutual support and a willingness to help colleagues across the College navigate financial matters. We are looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, working constructively with others and contributing positively to the culture of the team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys combining strong financial management with meaningful involvement in the life of an institution. We recognise that excellent candidates do not always meet every requirement listed in a job description. If you feel that your experience and skills would enable you to succeed in this role, we would be very pleased to hear from you. We welcome applications from candidates with experience across a range of sectors who are interested in contributing to the work of the College. For further information on this opportunity, please contact Rosemary Pini at Allen Lane, who is supporting on this appointment and would be happy to discuss the role in more detail.

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it. Location: Crisis Skylight Oxford Skylight, Old Fire Station, OX1 2AQ. Please note this is an onsite role Job title: Homelessness Lead Worker (Structured Coach) Contract: Permanent Salary: £38,645 per annum Crisis Skylight Oxford is located in the Old Fire Station in the centre of the city. Our team provide a one-to-one specialist housing led service to help people find and secure affordable housing. We offer person centred support and will help people with anything that will support them to end their homelessness, such as mental health and well-being, finances or finding employment. The Old Fire Station building also accommodates a range of flexible arts spaces which are run by an independent arts company. About the role In this role you will carry your own caseload and be supporting people who are at risk of homelessness or experiencing homelessness into both the private rented sector and social housing. You will be part of a supportive and established team who have knowledge and experience of accessing the PRS sector, completing housing assessments and budgeting plans. The key to success will be your ability, as part of the Crisis team, to make collaborative, consistent and persistent relationships with each person you support and have good partnership working skills About you, to be successful in this role you will have; 1. Experience of working within a relevant sector (e.g. homelessness, mental health, drug and alcohol treatment) and have good knowledge of relevant housing, homelessness and welfare legislation, 2. Excellent understanding of supporting individuals experiencing multiple disadvantages, 3. Understand of barriers and opportunities faced by people moving out of homelessness and into housing and securing positive outcome, 4. Effective negotiation skills with the ability to mediate between parties who may have different priorities and to broker agreements You may have experience in: Homelessness, Mental health, Drug and Alcohol or the Criminal Justice System. Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply. We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds. Working at Crisis Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness. Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness. As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including: • A competitive salary. Please note, our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage, • Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy, • Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%, • 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave, • Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation. How do I apply? Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications. Closing date: Wednesday 6th May 2026 at 23:59 Interview date and location: Friday 15th May 2026, in-person at Crisis Skylight Oxford, Old Fire Station, OX1 2AQ AI in Job Applications We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences Accessibility We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please contact our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help. 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CYP Manager / Paediatric Nurse Manager – Brand New Private Hospital Up to £50,000 per annum plus Bonus & Competitive Company Benefits Full-Time, Permanent, 40 Hours per Week Oxford, Oxfordshire Do you want to be a key part in the opening and success of a BRAND NEW and state-of-the-art hospital? Are you an experienced Lead Paediatric Nurse / Paediatric Sister or Paediatric Nurse Manager with strong leadership experience looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Compass Associates are proud to have exclusively partnered with Welbeck Health Partners for the opening of their brand-new hospital, boasting 12 specialties equipped with the latest technology and world-renowned consultants dedicated to delivering the best patient experience. Capitalising on the success of their London flagship hospital, their new site will offer a wide range of medical diagnostic and same-day minimally invasive services, including heart health, lung health, digestive health, ENT, endoscopy, and neurology. This is a very exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to help to shape a growing, but established healthcare organisation. Welbeck Health Partners was founded by leading healthcare specialists from the UK and USA who shared a clear vision: to deliver better care and redefine what a healthcare organisation can be. Welbeck’s unique partnership model empowers clinicians to share in the success of the group while fostering a collaborative environment. It provides a framework for consistent patient pathways, quality assurance across partners, and smooth cross-referrals between specialties. Joining Welbeck means becoming part of a growing network of high-quality clinics and world-leading healthcare professionals. Welbeck are committed to creating a supportive, values-driven environment where their people can thrive. The company invests in its people, providing ongoing professional development, clear career progression, and the resources needed to excel. If you’re looking to be part of a purpose-led organisation that is shaping the future of healthcare while fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and shared success, we’d love to hear from you. What is in it for you? • Salary up to £50,000 dependent on experience, • Free on-site parking, • Great work-life balance, • Professional registration paid for annually, • Personal Development Plan, • 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, • Private Medical Insurance, • Eye Care, • Annual Flu Vaccines, • Private Pension, • Season Ticket Loan / Cycle to Work Scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • AND a range of policies supporting health and wellbeing At present, we are in search for an experienced and motivated Children and Young People Manager to join the team and provide excellent clinical and managerial leadership for the delivery of and building of the Paediatric service. We are looking for a dynamic and committed individual to provide leadership to the paediatric team, helping build a safe, high-quality service providing excellent care to children, young people and their families. You will support the CYP development across the centre departments including paediatric competencies for all healthcare professionals involved in children and young people, including Theatre Practitioners and Day Case Nurses. This role will require oversight of clinical practice, resource management, clinician engagement, safe staffing provision and financial management, to ensure that the centre meets all regulatory requirements and safety standards. Responsibilities: • Deliver specialist clinical care to Children & Young People (CYP), including assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation., • Provide expert advice, education and emotional support to patients, families and carers., • Lead and develop nurse-led services, including surgical pre-assessment and support during investigations and procedures., • Recognise and manage clinical emergencies in collaboration with the medical team., • Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality, evidence-based care., • Develop, implement and audit service-specific policies, guidelines and quality improvement initiatives., • Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to families and colleagues., • Lead, mentor and support CYP nursing staff, acting as a professional role model., • Coordinate CYP nursing activity to ensure safe staffing levels and effective daily service delivery., • Contribute to recruitment, workforce planning and staff development., • Lead and participate in education, training and practice development programmes., • Contribute to service development in line with national standards and governance requirements., • Participate in quality assurance, audit, incident review and performance improvement (QAPI) processes., • Ensure compliance with professional standards, safeguarding requirements and regulatory frameworks (including NMC Code)., • Manage resources responsibly and contribute to financially sustainable service delivery. What can you bring? • Registered Paediatric Nurse with valid NMC Registration, • Right to Work in the UK, • Proven leadership experience in a senior nursing or clinical management role, • Able to demonstrate achievement & service development in a Band 6 setting, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, coach and develop others, • Excellent organisational skills, • Skills & knowledge in managing and supporting CYP patients and their families, • EPLS/APLS or willingness to undertake Recommendations We’re currently recruiting for a variety of management, clinical, and non-clinical roles across Oxford and Cambridge if this role isn’t for you, but you would be interested in exploring roles feel free to share your details. If you know someone who may be interested in this or other roles in a new private hospital, we offer a £500 voucher referral reward for every successful recommendation. Contact Details If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Rachel Smith direct on 02392 002 799. Alternatively, you can email an updated CV to

Clinical Deputy Manager – Elderly Nursing Home Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary: £53,000 per annum Contracted Hours: 40 hours Qualification: RGN Required (Active NMC Pin) Compass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded elderly nursing home in the Oxford area, who are seeking an experienced Clinical Deputy Manager to join their leadership team. This well-established home provides nursing, dementia and residential care and has a strong reputation for high-quality, person-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity for an existing Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead looking to step into a supportive, supernumerary leadership role. The Role As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will: • Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day clinical and operational running of the home, • Lead, mentor and develop the nursing and care teams, • Ensure the home consistently delivers safe, effective and high-quality care, • Oversee clinical governance, audits, care planning and compliance, • Work closely as part of a multi-disciplinary team, • Act as a positive role model with a hands-on, supportive leadership style Candidate Requirements To be considered, you must have: • RGN qualification with an active NMC pin, • Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Deputy Manager (or equivalent Clinical Lead role), • Previous experience working within a nursing home environment, • Strong background in elderly and dementia nursing care, • A genuine passion for elderly care and clinical excellence, • Confident leadership, communication and organisational skills Interview Process • Stage 1: Interview with the Home Manager, • Stage 2: Formal interview with the Home Manager & Operations Manager Location & Commutability The home is based in the Oxford area and is easily commutable from Abingdon-on-Thames, Kidlington, Witney, Thame, Faringdon, Didcot, Yarnton, Banbury, Aylesbury, Bicester, Burford and Bampton. Recommendations Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultant for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £500 voucher of your choice or a charity donation for every successful candidate recommended by you. Contact If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity please contact Lily Bulbeck on 02393874321 or 07921588667. Or alternatively send an up to date CV to

We're looking for a Senior Manufacturing Development Engineer to own the journey from experimental process to stable, scalable production. This is a role for someone who thrives at the boundary between development and operations who can define a process, prove it works, and hand it over with confidence. From initial process definition and validation through to full industrialisation, you'll be responsible for capability, yield, cost and scalability. This is a high-impact role that spans the full NPI lifecycle and your work will aim to fulfil our client’s ambitions to deliver at volume. The Senior Manufacturing Development Engineer will have a proven track record of taking processes from early development through to stable, high-volume production. Comfortable with formal qualification methodologies, structured problem-solving, and the rigour of controlled production environments, you know how to write a control plan, lead a root cause analysis, and build the documentation that makes a process transferable. Just as importantly, you're a confident collaborator and as confident on the shop floor as in the office. The ideal Manufacturing Development Engineer will possess: • A Master’s degree in Engineering and several years experience in a similar manufacturing development / process engineering role, • Excellent hands on problem solving abilities and sound knowledge of engineering fundamentals, • The ability to devise manufacturing processes from scratch, • The skills to work in a cross functional environment and having a strong shop floor mentality and presence. You'll be joining a team working on genuinely novel manufacturing challenges in a role that provides real scope to shape processes and influence design decision a collaborative environment with a company offering superb progression opportunities in addition to market leading salary and benefits.

About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have a brand-new opportunity for an Associate / Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Operational Assets team based in our Oxford office. Are you passionate about existing buildings? Do you thrive when challenged to design unique and pragmatic solutions to operational and performance issues? Are you interested in using real-time data to better understand buildings and drive towards a net zero future? It's an exciting time to join our newly formed Operational Assets team, merging the skillsets of property consultants, design engineers and data-led building performance engineers to provide a rounded and reliable service to our clients, creating value through building lifecycles. We embed ourselves within a client team and their assets, setting the roadmap to a more sustainable future, and joining them on the journey from concept to implementation and operation. More and more, asset owners require a holistic suite of services to identify improvements, design the solutions while minimising disruption, manage the implementation and monitor the impact. Hoare Lea have all the tools to provide this service - and more - to our clients, and now we are looking to grow our Operational Assets team to meet market demand. We have a proven track record working within the Residential, Commercial and Healthcare sectors. Working alongside a range of specialists, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Secure new projects and service both existing and new clients while assisting the regional lead in effectively planning the specialist delivery of the Operational Assets group., • Particular focus on work delivery, organisational support and team growth is required to support local and regional clients., • Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities providing supervision and guidance to team members and other staff., • Work cooperatively with other teams to deliver a wide variety of Projects with Team Leaders meeting regularly to discuss workload and other management issues., • Help, recruit, train and develop team members and their careers to ensure ongoing succession and growth of the Practice., • Undertake own design, specification and site monitoring etc., • Monitor commissioning and conduct post-occupancy engineering services activities., • Write technical reports i.e: feasibility, issue investigation, condition surveys etc., • Liaise with clients (commercial and project management awareness). What You’ll Be Doing You will be working on a varied portfolio of frameworks and projects which are predominantly UK-based but with some overseas opportunities. You will take the lead and deliver on small projects up to the value of a few £million and provide technical support to end users, Landlords, management agents, project managers and the like. The 3 key areas that we work across in Operational Assets include providing the following services for our clients. • Decarbonisation, performance improvements and energy reduction – focus on projects that reduce energy consumption of existing buildings, improve performance for the occupants and achieve client decarbonisation / net zero targets. Applying a pragmatic approach and use of emerging technologies, from strategic roadmaps to implementation., • Design – Specialising in challenging existing buildings across all RIBA stages. This involves creative and innovative design solutions to enhance and transform existing buildings, ensuring the building services meet current needs and standards. You will be involved in conceptualising and implementing design strategies, working closely with clients and project teams to deliver high-quality and sustainable designs., • Property consultancy – providing a suite of consultancy services to the property market to assist the property management, operation and transaction processes. Services include:, • Technical due diligence reports – vendors and pre-acquisition, • Dilapidations surveys, • Planned preventative maintenance reports, • Licence to Alter, • Maintenance inspections of buildings,, • Validations management, • Asset registers,, • Troubleshooting,, • Energy optimisation surveys,, • EPCs. Projects span across all sectors including Commercial Offices, Retail, Residential, Education, Healthcare, MoJ, Defence, Heritage, Industrial and Technology. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Qualified design engineer (chartered status or working towards)., • Experience working on projects in existing buildings (refurbishment and fit-out)., • Excellent written and spoken English skills., • Strong knowledge of data and metering., • Experience with performance specification and detailed design work, contract administration and site duties., • Experience in Building Services collectively (all-rounder)., • Willingness and Strong technical knowledge in primary engineering discipline and good understanding of the secondary engineering discipline., • Comfortable with UK and applicable EU regulations, design guides, etc., • Excellent organisational and planning skills to effectively work to timescales and deadlines., • Able to develop effective relationships with well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills., • Proven track record in work winning and building successful teams. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact . If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, ___ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #LI-HYBRID

About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have an opportunity for an Electrical Engineer or Senior Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. Our Oxford office was established to provide a local presence on our projects. We draw on wide-ranging expertise from across the firm—particularly in complex sectors such as science & research and healthcare. It’s an exciting time to be part of our Oxford team: we’re focused on growth both in the UK and internationally. We combine the stability and opportunity of an established firm with the agility to recognise and develop individuals. As a young, vibrant and innovative office, culture is central to everything we do. We foster a collaborative working environment; support hybrid working and encourage offer the option of a 9‑day fortnight. Guided by our company vision, we’re committed to improving the balance between people and planet. We design high-performing buildings that respond to the challenges of climate change while creating living and workspaces that meet modern needs. You will own project deliverables, manage elements of the internal delivery team, and liaise with multidisciplinary colleagues, clients and contractors to ensure holistic, compliant and commercially aware solutions. You will typically lead defined elements and smaller projects (Engineer) or take full lead responsibility for larger schemes and broader client engagement (Senior Engineer). You will be helping to develop junior staff and foster relationships that support future business growth. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Take briefs and deliver electrical design work from inception through to completion., • Produce electrical calculations, drawings and technical documentation that comply with relevant regulations, design guides and client standards., • Ensure quality standards and technical accuracy across deliverables., • Coordinate electrical design with other disciplines (MEP and our specialist groups) and third‑party consultants., • Review and comment on technical information provided by contractors and sub‑contractors; check site installations against the design intent., • Attend and report at design team meetings, client meetings and project meetings., • Witness selected testing and commissioning activities and support handover documentation., • Manage own workload to meet programme deliverables and report progress to your line manager., • Contribute to the professional development of junior colleagues. Additional responsibilities for Senior Engineer: • Develop briefs and take responsibility for delivering a small project or the electrical discipline on a significant/complex scheme., • Exercise considerable autonomy and take ownership for technical decisions and project delivery within cost constraints., • Delegate, manage and check work undertaken by others; mentor and motivate colleagues across project teams., • Play an active role in commercial aspects (scope, risk, cost control) and ensure outputs meet project and budgetary requirements. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Degree or equivalent in Electrical/Building Services Engineering; industry membership preferred., • Working towards or holding IEng/CEng., • Strong technical competence in LV distribution, lighting, earthing/protection and emergency/standby systems; able to produce calculations and drawings., • Proficient with industry software (Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, OM Electrical) and MS Office., • Able to work independently: deliver an element of a project (Engineer) or lead discipline/small projects and larger schemes (Senior)., • Effective communicator with experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and liaising with clients/contractors., • Experience of site checking, witnessing testing/commissioning and reviewing contractor submissions., • Demonstrable commitment to meeting programmes and quality standards; commercially aware., • Supportive team player who mentors junior staff and pursues continuous professional development (Senior expected to supervise; Engineer to support). How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact . If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, ___ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #LI-HYBRID

About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We have an opportunity for a Principal Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering high‑quality, sustainable electrical engineering solutions across multiple projects in the built environment. Our Oxford office was established to provide a local presence on our projects. We draw on wide-ranging expertise from across the firm—particularly in complex sectors such as science & research and healthcare. It’s an exciting time to be part of our Oxford team: we’re focused on growth both in the UK and internationally. We combine the stability and opportunity of an established firm with the agility to recognise and develop individuals. As a young, vibrant and innovative office, culture is central to everything we do. We foster a collaborative working environment; support hybrid working and encourage offer the option of a 9‑day fortnight. Guided by our company vision, we’re committed to improving the balance between people and planet. We design high-performing buildings that respond to the challenges of climate change while creating living and workspaces that meet modern needs. You will take the lead design role on significant and complex building services projects, owning the design delivery from inception to completion. As the technical lead, you will manage and prioritise the internal Hoare Lea delivery team, coordinate with other disciplines and external consultants, and represent Hoare Lea at client and project meetings. You will ensure technically excellent, commercially aware and timely delivery while developing client relationships that support future business growth. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Lead the design delivery for significant and complex schemes, taking responsibility for achieving design objectives and technical quality., • Define and agree the design brief with clients and manage client and consultant relationships professionally., • Represent Hoare Lea at project meetings and actively promote our services to support client projects and future business., • Manage, prioritise and motivate the internal project team (including specialist groups); host and chair internal project meetings., • Delegate, review and check work undertaken by others; contribute to the professional development of team members., • Monitor project expenditure, costs and resource requirements; report regularly to the team leader., • Identify, highlight and manage project and commercial risks, including awareness of consultant appointment conditions and procurement impacts., • Ensure deliverables meet quality standards, technical accuracy and programme deadlines., • Share technical knowledge across the business and work collaboratively with other professionals to deliver coordinated building designs., • Communicate openly and effectively at all levels internally and externally. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Qualified and recognised in the industry, preferably with Chartered status., • Proven, in‑depth technical knowledge in electrical/building services design and applied experience of relevant regulations and design guides., • Strong understanding of complementary disciplines and experience leading integrated design teams., • Excellent client‑facing skills with ability to manage difficult situations calmly and professionally., • Demonstrable experience leading design teams on complex projects and delivering to demanding timescales., • Commercial awareness: experience monitoring project costs, identifying commercial risks and contributing to profitable delivery., • Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple demands., • Confident communicator — excellent written and spoken English — with experience representing a consultancy externally., • IT literate with proficiency in industry software (Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, OM Electrical)., • Committed to continuous professional development and supporting the career growth of others. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact . If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, ___ Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #LI-HYBRID

Job Title: Senior Building Surveyor Location: Oxford, UK Employment Type: Permanent Overview: My client is seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join its growing team. This role offers the opportunity to take a leading position in delivering a wide range of surveying services, managing projects, and supporting junior team members, while contributing to the continued success of the business. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and deliver a broad range of building surveying services across commercial and/or residential portfolios, • Undertake detailed building inspections, condition surveys, and defect analysis, • Prepare comprehensive reports, specifications, and technical advice for clients, • Manage refurbishment, maintenance, and improvement projects from inception through to completion, • Act as Contract Administrator, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required standards, • Provide expert advice on building pathology, repairs, and compliance with current regulations, • Prepare and manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules, • Support with dilapidations assessments, negotiations, and reporting, • Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, including CDM duties where applicable, • Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships, • Mentor and support junior surveyors, contributing to team development, • Assist in business development activities, including client engagement and proposal preparation, • Stay up to date with industry standards, legislation, and best practices Candidate Profile: • Proven experience as a Building Surveyor, ideally at Senior level, • Strong knowledge of building construction, defects, and maintenance practices, • Experience in project management and contract administration, • Familiarity with relevant UK legislation and regulations (including CDM), • Excellent report writing and communication skills, • Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively, • MRICS qualified (or working towards) preferred What’s on Offer: • Opportunity to take a senior role within a growing organisation, • Diverse project portfolio across multiple sectors, • Supportive and collaborative team environment, • Clear career progression opportunities, • Competitive salary and benefits package If this is something you are interested in please apply directly or send across your updated CV to

Do you enjoy designing hardware that genuinely pushes performance limits? Looking for a role where your work goes from concept to real-world impact? Want to be part of a small, expert engineering team building advanced technology products? Our client is a global technology innovator specialising in high-precision hardware and software systems used in demanding, real-time environments. With a long-standing reputation for technical excellence, they develop high-performance electronic products that support advanced measurement, imaging and data-driven applications worldwide. They are now seeking a Hardware Design Engineer to join their established development team, working on the next generation of cutting-edge hardware solutions. The Opportunity: Hardware Design Engineer Based in Oxfordshire, this role sits within a highly experienced multidisciplinary engineering group. Reporting to the Hardware Lead Engineer, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of complex electronic products used in performance-critical environments. Why This Role Is Great This position offers variety, ownership and long-term technical depth. You’ll have the opportunity to: • Design and develop high-performance electronic hardware, including imaging, sensing and synchronisation devices, • Collaborate closely with electronics, mechanical and software engineers to deliver efficient, reliable solutions, • Take products through the full development lifecycle, from early feasibility studies to manufacturing and post-release support, • Embed strong test coverage, DFM/DFT principles and regulatory compliance into your designs, • Influence architecture and design decisions within a small team where your contribution is visible and valued About You You’ll enjoy working on technically challenging products and be comfortable taking ownership of your designs. This role allows you to deepen your expertise while gaining exposure to sophisticated, real-world hardware systems. Your experience may include: • A degree (or equivalent) in Electronic Engineering, • Strong foundations in high-speed digital design, with a working knowledge of analogue electronics, • Experience designing products for manufacture in a commercial environment, • A collaborative, proactive approach suited to a close-knit engineering team It would be advantageous (but not essential) if you have experience or interest in: • FPGA or VHDL-based design, • Imaging systems, sensors or optics, • Ethernet, RF or high-speed data interfaces, • Battery-powered or portable devices Candidates with transferable skills or adjacent experience are encouraged to apply. What’s on Offer You’ll be supported with a strong benefits package, including: • Competitive salary, • Employer pension contribution, • 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, • Private medical cover with optical and dental options, • Life assurance and long-term income protection, • Cycle to work scheme, • Free on-site parking Interested? If you’re looking for a hardware engineering role with real technical depth, long-term product ownership and the chance to work on advanced technology in a supportive team environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation.

Want to be part of a team transforming healthcare? We are supporting an innovative Oxfordshire-based DeepTech medical imaging company developing a new generation of low-dose 3D X-ray systems designed to make advanced imaging more accessible, practical and cost-effective. Having built a strong foundation in R&D, the business is now entering an exciting commercialisation phase, with products progressing towards market deployment and wider real-world adoption. As part of this journey, they are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in the design, development and industrialisation of advanced imaging systems and associated technologies. Why Join? • Join a pioneering medical imaging company at a major commercialisation stage, • Work on cutting-edge low-dose 3D X-ray products with real-world clinical and industrial impact, • Take ownership of meaningful mechanical design and development projects in a highly collaborative R&D environment Location: Oxfordshire / Begbroke site About the Role • Act as a functional expert, providing guidance and advice to colleagues in their specialist area (Mechanical Engineering and testing), • Generate practical design concepts and solutions and create models and technical drawings using SolidWorks, • Supporting the development of manufacturing processes and novel designs for new technology applications and materials, • Analyse and verify designs (including designing and carrying out stress, thermal and tolerance analyses), document results and make data led recommendations to support continuous improvement of our products and processes, • Prepare documentation and technical reports, including drawings and work instructions, and all other project documentation as required, • Liaising with internal stakeholders and key external partners to resolve design and development issues, • Take ownership for own project work, lead projects and identify and prioritise critical tasks to meet project delivery deadlines, • Works collaboratively to plan future product development in line with company objectives, • Order components and materials, liaising with suppliers to ensure project deliverables are met, • Resolve any technical issues that arise, including documenting and reporting investigatory work, • Assist with the build and progression of prototype products and develop these into production assemblies Requirements Experience: • Design engineering experience in a high technology environment, • Mechanical manufacturing processes including machining, metal fabrication, welding and advanced materials, • Leading R&D projects under a stage review product development process, • A track record in industrial product development, ideally in the medical or metrology/NDT domain, • Scoping work, making design decisions, and completing tasks within deadline and budget, • Commercial experience of working with suppliers would be advantageous, • Working within a medical device or other highly regulated industry would be welcome but not essential, • Designing for EMC to protect internal electronics Skills: • Strong technical skills including knowledge of the materials and coating processes applied in material selection, • Knowledge of GD&T applied to drawings and the assignment of realistic tolerances balancing function with cost, • Strong mechanical or electro-mechanical engineering background, and be able to apply knowledge to real-world situations, • Proficient in 3D CAD using SolidWorks, to produce designs and drawings using best practice geometric tolerances and drawing standards including experience with drawing control systems such as PDM, • Ability to produce creative and practical design solutions including appropriate analysis, incorporating electronics, PCBs cabling and sensors within a mechanical package, • Desire to mentor and develop the skills and capabilities of other team members, • Proactive, results-driven focus with the ability to successfully identify, troubleshoot and resolve issues and work to deadlines in and R&D environment If you are an experienced mechanical engineer looking to join a company bringing next-generation imaging technology into real-world use, I would be very pleased to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV.

Finance Business Partner - Hybrid from Abingdon - Up to £65,000 Role Overview This position sits at the heart of the Technology organisation, providing financial insight, challenge and forward-looking analysis. You’ll work with large datasets, build financial models, support business cases and help the CTIO understand the financial implications of key decisions.There is also scope to get involved in project accounting, supporting the financial governance of major Technology initiatives and helping the business maximise value from its investment. Key Responsibilities • Act as the primary finance partner to the CTIO and Technology leadership team, • Provide financial insight across a large portfolio of Tech projects (Capex & Opex), • Build financial models to support forecasting, scenario planning and business case development, • Identify cost efficiencies, operational improvements and opportunities to optimise spend, • Support project accounting activities and financial governance, • Lead monthly reporting for the Technology function, including variance analysis and commentary, • Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term strategic planning cycles, • Analyse large datasets and translate findings into clear, actionable insight, • Help drive continuous improvement across processes, reporting and financial controlsSkills & Experience, • Newly qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), • Strong stakeholder-management skills with experience influencing senior leaders, • Advanced Excel and strong analytical capability, • Ability to challenge constructively and support decision-making, • Interest in project accounting and transformation activity, • Proactive, commercially minded and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment # 4781176

Audit Manager wanted for Top 10 Oxford Firm Corporate Audit Manager Top 10 Firm - Oxford Permanent, Full-Time Our client is a major professional services firm known for doing things differently-looking ahead, driving ambitious growth, and championing positive change within the industry. They provide audit, tax, and advisory services to a wide range of organisations, empowering clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. They also offer their people real opportunity, an inclusive culture, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. With over several thousand employees in the UK and a global presence in more than 100 markets, the firm is on an ambitious journey-from great to exceptional-and they’re looking for the right people to help shape the future of the business and their own careers. Role Overview Now is an exciting time to elevate your audit experience by joining a growing portfolio in Oxford. In a continually evolving market, this role requires someone who prioritises doing what is right, asks challenging questions, and delivers high-quality assurance to clients.If you are ambitious and seeking a varied and engaging audit position, this opportunity is ideal.What You’ll Be Doing Working within the Commercial Audit team-particularly with clients in the Private Capital space-you’ll enjoy exposure across a diversity of sectors. Key responsibilities include: • Making quality second nature, • You will deliver work that has a significant impact on both clients and the firm. High standards are essential., • Supporting business growth, • You’ll assist senior leaders with business development and may participate in pitches to win new work., • Lead and oversee audit teams, • Act as a key point of contact for clients, • Help define audit approaches, • Review audit work papers, • Ensure timely and accurate completion of audit files, • Being part of a collaborative team, • You’ll contribute to a dynamic audit team in Oxford, manage and develop junior colleagues, and help shape the culture of the office while working across service lines., • Taking responsibility, • You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, manage a significant audit portfolio, and build strong working relationships throughout the business., • Building your personal brand, • Professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA), • Post-qualification experience, • Experience managing a substantial portfolio of audit clientsYou’ll also bring:, • Experience auditing commercial companies, including private-equity backed businesses, large listed entities, and international groups, • The ability to solve complex technical issues, • Strong project management skills, • Experience developing high-performing teams, • Excellent relationship-building skills, • A proactive approach to taking on department-wide responsibilities, • Tailored development programmes and coaching, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Pension, life assurance, and private medical, • Options for additional holiday, • Health and wellbeing benefits, • Access to retail discounts, gym memberships, and financial adviceThey’re seeking people who will contribute ideas, challenge norms, and exceed expectations-people proud to do what’s right for clients, colleagues, and themselves. 4775533

A biotechnology business in Oxfordshire seeks a qualified accountant to join them as Head of Finance. Your new company Our client is a pre-revenue biotech who has just secured a successful series A raise. They are seeking an ambitious and technically excellent Head of Finance to serve as the CFO's operational "co-pilot" during a transformative period for the business. This is a rare opportunity to join at an inflection point where you'll have genuine ownership over building, professionalising, and scaling the finance function, while working in a fast-paced, science-driven environment that values pragmatism and growth alongside financial rigour. Your new role As Head of Finance, you will directly manage and develop a Management Accountant, mentoring a high-performing, efficient finance team in line with the company’s growth. All financial operations and controls will come under your responsibility, assuming day-to-day ownership of core financial reporting, management accounts, and statutory obligations. You will review, redesign, and implement robust financial processes appropriate for scale and growth and build and maintain strong financial controls that support that growth. Leading month-end and year-end close processes with accuracy and efficiency and ensuring compliance with UK FRS9, tax regulations, and statutory requirements, and annual audit processes are part of your role along with systems and infrastructure, including working with the CFO to lead or support ERP evaluation and implementation beyond current systems. You will design and deliver clear, insightful reporting for functional leadership teams, partner with scientists and operational leaders to build financial literacy and embed good financial discipline across the organisation and build trust and credibility as a responsive business partner. You will support corporate strategy by building and owning group consolidation processes and work with external accountants and advisors on group accounting, structuring, and technical matters. Supporting the CFO in corporate transactions from a due diligence, financial operations and integration perspective will also form part of your role. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in a PE/VC-backed scale-up or high-growth environment. Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to navigate complex technical matters confidently is required, along with experience implementing or improving financial systems, processes, and controls in a scale-up / growth environment. You will have demonstrable experience managing and developing junior team members, and reporting out to non-finance stakeholders across the business and UK tax knowledge and experience working with tax advisors ideally within life sciences, biotech, or R&D-intensive businesses. As an effective collaborator in a multidisciplinary environment, building relationships, and gaining trust through honesty, compassion, and authenticity, you will also have a curious and courageous mindset - someone who enjoys trying new things and taking initiative in a fast-paced environment. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-funded, Oxford University spin out with a comprehensive benefits package as it embarks on its growth journey. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4764916

Hard FM Manager Healthcare | PFI Environment | Leadership Role Your new company A leading facilities management provider for an experienced Hard FM Manager to take responsibility for the delivery of hard services at a large, complex healthcare PFI site. This is a key leadership role, managing a sizeable on-site technical team and specialist supply chain, with full accountability for compliance, performance, and continuous improvement in a highly regulated environment. Your new role As Hard FM Manager, you’ll be accountable for the day-to-day management of all hard services on site, ensuring safe, compliant and high-quality service delivery across planned, reactive and lifecycle works. You’ll lead and develop a team of 12-15 engineers and supervisors, manage subcontractors, and work closely with the Estates, Lifecycle, Projects and Compliance teams. You will also assume statutory roles such as Water Responsible Person and Fire Responsible Person, depending on business requirements. This role suits someone who is comfortable operating in a pressure-critical healthcare environment, understands PFI contracts, and is confident balancing compliance, performance, people management and cost control. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage site hard services delivery across multiple disciplines., • Full responsibility for site performance, compliance and P&L, • Ensure delivery against contractual SLAs and KPIs, • Act as senior technical lead and escalation point for the client, • Manage and develop direct reports and specialist supply chain partners, • Ensure compliance with HTMs, statutory and regulatory requirements, • Oversee permit systems (PTW, ATW) and safe systems of work, • Coordinate planned maintenance, reactive works, projects and lifecycle renewals, • Drive a strong health & safety culture and act as COSHH Coordinator, • Produce performance, compliance and risk reporting, • Support lifecycle planning and asset management strategies, • Champion continuous improvement, innovation and best practice, • Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in a similar Hard FM leadership role, • Background managing hard services in a complex or regulated environment (healthcare preferred), • Strong people management skills with a track record of building high-performing teams, • Experience managing subcontractors and supplier relationships, • Understanding of COSHH and safe systems of work, • Experience holding P&L responsibility, • Comfortable working with data, reporting and performance metrics, • Confident communicator, able to work with multiple stakeholdersDesirable Qualifications, • IWFM Level 3 or above, • IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH, • Strong working knowledge of HTMs and healthcare compliance, • Experience delivering change management initiativesPersonal Attributes, • A proactive, agile leader who thrives in complex environments, • Genuine commitment to health, safety and quality, • Collaborative and people-focused management style, • High integrity with a continuous improvement mindset 4788084

Location: Oxford, UK Work format: On-site Compensation: Basic Salary £35,000 to £40,000 per year + Commission/Bonus About Us: Oxford Biolabs is a pioneering company in the field of proprietary food supplements and cosmetics focused on addressing hair loss, skin aging, immunity, and overall healthy aging. Founded by experts from the University of Oxford, we have been providing science-backed, naturally-based products since 2009. Our company operates with a strong digital and CRM-driven sales approach, combining modern sales tools, B2B e-commerce, and data-driven decision making. Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Sales & Business Development Manager with excellent communication and negotiation skills. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in B2B sales (for example in the pharmaceutical, medical, nutraceutical, healthcare, or beauty industry) or a strong desire to develop in this field. You will play a key role in expanding our retail partnerships in the UK, developing new relationships with retailers and managing existing accounts. You will also work closely with our Ukraine-based back-office sales support and sales team, which assists with operational tasks such as lead generation, sales administration, order processing and logistics coordination. The UK role includes coordinating with this team and ensuring efficient collaboration to support revenue growth. The role carries significant ownership of UK B2B sales performance. Technology & Sales Infrastructure Oxford Biolabs operates with a modern, CRM-driven sales environment. Our sales and marketing activities are managed through: • HubSpot Sales Hub Professional, • HubSpot Marketing Hub, • LinkedIn Sales Navigator Advanced, • Shopify (including B2B e-commerce capabilities) All sales activity, communications, and pipeline management are expected to be fully tracked and maintained within our CRM system. This includes emails, calls, meetings, and deal progression. A structured and data-driven sales approach is essential for this role. Key Responsibilities: • Drive UK B2B sales growth by identifying, developing, and closing partnerships with retail clients such as online retailers, trichology clinics, dermatology clinics, beauty salons, spas, and other relevant partners., • Take ownership of UK sales targets, with clear responsibility for achieving revenue growth., • Identify, approach, and establish relationships with new retail partners., • Negotiate and finalize commercial agreements with retail partners., • Manage and grow existing retail accounts to increase long-term revenue., • Arrange and attend in-person meetings with partners where appropriate, including regular travel to London and other major UK cities when needed., • Maintain a structured sales pipeline and log all activity in HubSpot CRM, including calls, meetings, emails, and deal progression., • Use LinkedIn Sales Navigator Advanced and other tools to identify and develop new business opportunities., • Coordinate with and manage the Ukraine-based back-office sales support team, which assists with order processing, operational support, and sales administration., • Provide product training and commercial support to retail partners when required., • Contribute to improving our B2B e-commerce experience on Shopify, helping retailers onboard and reorder more efficiently., • Collaborate with marketing on initiatives that support UK revenue growth., • Represent Oxford Biolabs at relevant industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities. Qualifications: • 3+ years of experience in B2B sales, for example in the pharmaceutical or nutraceutical industry and the strong desire to develop as a Sales Professional, • English language proficiency at a minimum of C1 level, • Excellent communication and negotiation skills., • Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships., • Deal Maker mentality. Preferred Qualifications: • Medical degree (D-r) or advanced degree in a related scientific field an advantage., • A comprehensive understanding of the healthcare and beauty market., • Highly motivated and results-oriented. What We Offer: • Guaranteed Annual Salary Review: Salary is regularly reviewed based on market conditions., • Comprehensive Compensation Package: Includes performance-based annual bonuses and an extensive benefits package with high earning potential., • Flexible Work Environment: Flexible working hours and remote work options are available, allowing you to adjust your schedule to your needs and preferences. Remote work is available when necessary., • Professional Growth: We prioritize employee development, offering both vertical and horizontal growth opportunities within the company., • Stable and Long-Term Team Environment: We are a stable company, successfully operating since 2009. Most of our employees have been with us for approximately 10 years., • Industry Leadership: Opportunity to work with a leading brand in the nutraceutical and cosmeceutical industry. Disclaimer Streamlined Selection Process: We utilize TestGorilla as part of our hiring process. All candidates will be required to complete a series of assessments and upload a series of short video recordings. The results will be shared with you regardless of the outcome. This approach allows us to efficiently evaluate your skills and fit for the role, helping to avoid lengthy interviews and saving time for both you and us. It’s a fair and transparent way to ensure we find the right match without unnecessary delays.

Oxford College seeks a qualified accountant to join them in a broad role as College Accountant. Your new company Our client is an Oxford University college known for its open and welcoming community. The College supports a diverse and active academic environment across a wide range of disciplines, bringing together students, academic staff and professional services colleagues in support of its core academic mission. Your new role The College Accountant is the senior manager responsible for the College’s financial management and controls, including statutory and internal financial reporting; leadership and management of the finance team; compliance and risk management; and ensuring sound financial discipline, cost control and accountability across our operations. The Finance team, consisting of the College Accountant, the Financial Controller and three other colleagues, is responsible for all financial processing, reporting, analysis and support. The College relies on both philanthropic and commercial income, coupled with sound financial management, to balance its operating budget and fund its core academic activities. You will manage the effective delivery of all financial processing, controls, banking, cash flow, treasury, compliance, tax, reporting, risk management, planning, analysis and decision-support to a consistently high standard and lead the finance team in delivering the College’s core financial support activities. You will foster a culture of financial accountability and budgetary control across the organisation, support sound financial decision-making, rigour and ownership at all levels and drive improvements in the College’s financial performance, working with senior colleagues to identify opportunities to grow commercial income and margin, reduce costs, and improve the annual operating budget to release funds for strategic priorities and core charitable activities. You will also oversee the College’s insurance and the administration of its investments, equity loan capital, and joint equity housing. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant who is an effective senior finance manager with experience of statutory and internal financial reporting; planning and budgetary control; analysis and decision-support; and overseeing core financial processing and compliance activities. You will have a proven track record of partnering with senior managers to identify and deliver improvements in financial performance and be a positive, inquisitive and creative thinker who takes ownership of issues/opportunities and finds solutions to complex problems. Strong communication skills are essential, and you will be proficient in explaining financial concepts to non-financial managers and in presenting analysis/proposals to senior colleagues and committees. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity that offers a comprehensive and extensive benefits package including 40 days holiday, free meals when on site and a superb pension scheme. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4785097

Clinical Deputy Manager – Elderly Nursing Home Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary: £53,000 per annum Contracted Hours: 40 hours Qualification: RGN Required (Active NMC Pin) Compass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded elderly nursing home in the Oxford area, who are seeking an experienced Clinical Deputy Manager to join their leadership team. This well-established home provides nursing, dementia and residential care and has a strong reputation for high-quality, person-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity for an existing Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead looking to step into a supportive, supernumerary leadership role. The Role As Clinical Deputy Manager, you will: • Support the Home Manager in the day-to-day clinical and operational running of the home, • Lead, mentor and develop the nursing and care teams, • Ensure the home consistently delivers safe, effective and high-quality care, • Oversee clinical governance, audits, care planning and compliance, • Work closely as part of a multi-disciplinary team, • Act as a positive role model with a hands-on, supportive leadership style Candidate Requirements To be considered, you must have: • RGN qualification with an active NMC pin, • Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Deputy Manager (or equivalent Clinical Lead role), • Previous experience working within a nursing home environment, • Strong background in elderly and dementia nursing care, • A genuine passion for elderly care and clinical excellence, • Confident leadership, communication and organisational skills Interview Process • Stage 1: Interview with the Home Manager, • Stage 2: Formal interview with the Home Manager & Operations Manager Location & Commutability The home is based in the Oxford area and is easily commutable from Abingdon-on-Thames, Kidlington, Witney, Thame, Faringdon, Didcot, Yarnton, Banbury, Aylesbury, Bicester, Burford and Bampton. Recommendations Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultant for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £500 voucher of your choice or a charity donation for every successful candidate recommended by you. Contact If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity please contact Lily Bulbeck on 02393874321 or 07921588667. Or alternatively send an up to date CV to

Express Recruitment are delighted to be working in partnership with an industry leading Software Company who are recruiting a Business Development Manager to join their expanding team, based in the outskirts of Oxford. The successful candidate will possess experience selling services in a consultative manner, with the ability to oversee the full sales cycle, with long term career aims. Experience within the technology/SAAS sector is advantageous, though candidates with a background in relatable industries will also be considered. Please note, the role involves commuting to the Oxfordshire-based office once a week. There is an excellent remuneration package on offer including a basic salary of up to £50k DOE, with an uncapped commission structure realistically offering an additional £30k OTE, alongside 30 days holidays, 23 personal development days a year, £700 a year to spend on anything which aids your work-life balance, a fully paid month-long sabbatical after 5 years’ service and flexible working options. Roles & Responsibilities • Deliver a multi-channel approach to generate new business with both new and existing clients, • Researching potential clients generating leads with autonomy, • Contributing in strategy meetings, having an input in how to contact new clients, • Meeting and exceeding monthly sales key performance indicators such as, number of new customer contacts, number of lead conversions and number of closed sales, • Qualifying and understanding all opportunities effectively, • Ensure the database is kept updated Skills and Experience • Experience within a similar 360 B2B sales role, • A background in technology, software, digital marketing or similar, • Experience of KPIs and motivated by targets to achieve commission, • Excellent communication skills, • Full UK driving licence About Express Recruitment Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you. Vacancy Summary Hours: Monday to Friday Salary: c£45k-£50k Per Annum D.O.E + £30k OTE Location: Oxford, Greater London Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.

Financial Controller - Permanent - £65,000-75,000 - Oxford Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation within Oxfordshire's higher education network. The purpose of the role is to own the finance function and present financial data to high level stakeholders including the organisation's founder and director. Your new role As the successful candidate, your responsibilities will include: • Provide senior level leadership in shaping financial strategy, demonstrating resilience, authenticity and strong engagement with colleagues., • Oversee accurate and efficient financial processing and reporting across the organisation and its subsidiaries., • Act as a trusted business partner to senior leaders and budget holders, ensuring they receive timely, reliable financial insight to support decision making., • Lead change initiatives, including the introduction and optimisation of financial systems and processes to improve efficiency and reporting timelines., • Develop policies that support income generation and long-term financial growth., • Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring effective, compliant and high-performing financial operations., • Deliver comprehensive financial, management and fund reporting in line with monthly and annual timetables, and present results to relevant stakeholders., • Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting cycle, ensuring variances are analysed and addressed., • Manage cashflow and working capital, providing accurate and timely forecasts to governance bodies., • Oversee the review, procurement, implementation and maintenance of financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy., • Maintain a complete financial procedures manual and ensure robust financial controls, including monthly balance sheet reconciliations., • Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and statutory requirements, including HMRC, Charity Commission and Companies House filings., • Maintain detailed fund reporting, including endowment, restricted and designated funds, ensuring correct categorisation of income., • Oversee financial management of capital projects and ensure accurate, compliant monthly payroll operations., • Prepare or review year-end financial statements and statutory returns, and act as primary contact for external auditors., • Support compliance and governance activities, including preparing guidance for financial reserve and trust related policies., • ACCA, CIMA or equivalent accountancy and finance qualification., • Strong background in financial control within group structures or charitable organisations, with deep knowledge of financial systems, ledgers and reporting., • Proven experience developing financial procedures and controls in collaboration with internal stakeholders., • Significant experience leading financial aspects of capital or infrastructure projects and managing system related change., • Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, able to communicate complex financial matters clearly at all organisational levels., • Strong relationship builder with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive organisational change., • £65,000-£75,000 annual salary, • Comprehensive benefits package through affiliation with the University, • Free lunches

Grants & Finance Manager, Hybrid, £39,000 - £47.000 + Great Benefits Your new companyThis exciting new post has been created in response to the ongoing success in funding applications. You will be responsible for managing several large grants and the funding, including budgeting, forecasting and reporting. Your new role • Lead financial management across major research programmes, covering both pre- and post-award activity., • Ensure full compliance with University, funder and legislative requirements., • Develop and refine financial processes to improve accuracy, efficiency and best practice., • Support strategic planning through financial modelling and analysis of future funding opportunities., • Advise programme teams on financial structures, set-up and processes for future funding bids., • Prepare forecasts, budgets, reports and year-end submissions in collaboration with programme teams., • Manage financial reporting to funders and internal stakeholders., • Oversee invoicing, income tracking and financial arrangements with external partners and colleges., • Administer student funding, including stipends, hardship support and leave-related payments., • Manage day-to-day financial operations, including procurement, expenses and accounts payable/receivable via SAP Concur. What you'll need to succeed • Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience., • Extensive financial management experience within the higher education sector., • Strong ability to prepare, manage and monitor complex budgets, forecasts and financial models., • Proficiency with Oracle R12 Financials and advanced Excel skills., • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to senior stakeholders., • Strong organisational skills, able to work accurately under pressure and meet strict deadlines., • Strategic thinker with sound judgement and the ability to make well-reasoned decisions independently., • Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment., • Experience liaising with a wide range of stakeholders, including funders, industry partners and internal departments., • A proactive approach to improving financial processes and ensuring compliance with regulations., • Experience of X5 research costing tool is desirable., • Experience of SAP Concur. What you'll get in return • Annual salary ranges from £39,000 - £47,000 (based on experience)., • Offers a 38day Annual Leave, • Generous pension scheme, • Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 from home, • Travel discounts include salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars and other discounts., • Staff can access a huge range of personal and professional development opportunities., • As part of our wellbeing offering, staff get free access to Health Assured, a confidential employee assistance programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year., • Offers free use of the companies' social, sporting, and hospitality facilities., • Discounts to the fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool., • The Childcare Services team provides guidance and support on childcare provision, and offers a range of high-quality childcare options.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4773787

Express Recruitment are delighted to be working in partnership with an industry leading Software Company who are recruiting a Business Development Executive to join their expanding team, based in the outskirts of Oxford. The successful candidate will hold experience in either an outbound sales role and be looking to develop a career within sales, and take responsibility for creating appointments with key stakeholders in businesses in an array of industries based throughout the UK. There is an excellent remuneration package on offer including a basic salary of c£35k DOE, with an uncapped commission, alongside 30 days holidays, 23 personal development days a year, £700 a year to spend on anything which aids your work-life balance, a fully paid month-long sabbatical after 5 years’ service and flexible working options. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to take their next step in a small, industry-leading technology firm. Roles & Responsibilities • Meeting and exceeding monthly sales key performance indicators such as, number of new customer contacts, number of lead conversions and number of closed sales, • Qualifying and understanding all opportunities effectively, • Ensure the database is kept updated, • Deliver a multi-channel approach to generate new business with both new and existing clients, • Researching potential clients generating leads with autonomy, • Contributing in strategy meetings, having an input in how to contact new clients Skills & Experience • Experience in an office-based sales role advantageous, • Career-minded with a tenacity for sales, • Keen interested in technology/software, • Excellent communication skills, • Full UK driving licence About Express Recruitment Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 ___ Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on ___ or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you. Vacancy Summary Hours:Full Time, Monday-Friday Salary: Up to c£35K DOE + 15k OTE Location: Oxford, Greater London Job Type: Permanent Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.

FM Project Manager - Oxford Your new company We’re seeking a proven Project Manager to lead site delivery at a scientific laboratory in Oxford. You’ll take full ownership of the programme, quality, cost, and safety-driving the plan from tender through to handover. This is a hands-on leadership role: managing site teams and subcontractors, liaising closely with the client and designers, and ensuring the project is delivered on time, on budget, and to exacting standards. Your new role KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead and manage all site staff to achieve programme, quality, and safety objectives., • Drive project planning and sequencing; monitor and report against milestones., • Manage tenders and procurement from inception to completion., • Control and optimise labour, plant, and material resources., • Ensure full compliance with company procedures and site-specific protocols., • Champion Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements at all times., • Maintain high standards of workmanship and quality assurance on site., • Track progress, risks, and change; maintain robust project controls and records., • Deliver the programme and budget; implement corrective actions where required., • Manage and monitor subcontractor performance; chair regular subcontractor meetings., • Liaise proactively with the client, designers, and the wider project management team., • Chair and attend progress meetings; compile and present clear progress reports., • Produce and distribute accurate meeting minutes and action trackers., • Maintain contractual records and support commercial control, including cost management., • Identify and implement improvements and innovations to enhance delivery., • Positively represent and promote the company on site and with stakeholders., • Proven experience delivering complex construction projects as a Project Manager (live, technical, or regulated environments advantageous)., • Strong leadership of site teams and subcontractors with a collaborative, results-driven approach., • Excellent planning, programming, and progress control skills., • Solid commercial awareness with experience controlling costs, change, and risk., • Clear communicator | Confident chairing meetings and producing professional reports and minutes., • Thorough understanding of HSEQ management and compliance., • Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build trust and manage expectations., • SMSTS, • Black CSCS, • Relevant construction/engineering degree or equivalent experience., • First Aid at Work., • Competitive day rate dependent on experience., • Ongoing Training & Development., • Discounted Private Health Care Scheme. 4759084

Contracts Manager - Oxford Contracts ManagerLocation: Oxfordshire Salary: £72,000 - £82,000 + Car Allowance + Pension( DOE) Job Type: Permanent Specialism: Construction - Building Projects Industry: Construction Contracts Manager - Special Works A long-established regional contractor operating across Oxfordshire and the surrounding counties is seeking a Contracts Manager to join their growing and highly respected team. The business delivers a diverse portfolio of projects, including new-build, refurbishment, restoration, education, commercial, and specialist schemes, ranging from smaller refurbishment works through to complex multi-million-pound developments. Their capabilities span both design & build and high-quality refurbishment, with typical project values between £1 million and £6 million. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Contracts Manager or a Project Manager ready to step up into a more senior leadership role. The client is looking to interview in February or March, with an anticipated start date in March or April. As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for multiple live projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme, and to the high standards expected by clients and key stakeholders. This is a pivotal leadership role that spans the full project lifecycle-from early pre-construction involvement through to final handover. You will work closely with commercial teams, support project delivery staff, and maintain operational excellence across all schemes. Key Responsibilities • Oversee multiple construction projects (£1m-£6m) through the full lifecycle, • Lead pre-construction planning, including procurement, risk management, and programme development, • Ensure strong compliance in quality, safety, and contractual obligations, • Mentor and support Project Managers, Site Managers, and delivery teams, • Maintain excellent client and consultant relationships, • Monitor cost performance, forecasting, and commercial outcomes, • Promote a positive and collaborative project culture, • Uphold the contractor’s values around quality, professionalism, and delivery excellence What We’re Looking For • Experience as a Contracts Manager, or a Project Manager ready to progress, • Strong background in construction across sectors such as education, commercial, leisure, refurbishment or new-build - aligning with the company’s diverse portfolio, • Ability to manage multiple complex schemes concurrently, • Strong client-facing and leadership skills, • Commercially aware with experience in programme, contract and budget control, • Committed to quality, safety and continuous improvementPackage, • Salary: £72,000 - £82,000 (DOE), • Car allowance, • Pension scheme, • Performance-related bonus options, • Opportunities for long-term progression within a growing regional officeHow to ApplyIf you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell at Hays for a confidential discussion. # 4771970

CYP Manager / Paediatric Nurse Manager – Brand New Private Hospital Up to £50,000 per annum plus Bonus & Competitive Company Benefits Full-Time, Permanent, 40 Hours per Week Oxford, Oxfordshire Do you want to be a key part in the opening and success of a BRAND NEW and state-of-the-art hospital? Are you an experienced Lead Paediatric Nurse / Paediatric Sister or Paediatric Nurse Manager with strong leadership experience looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Compass Associates are proud to have exclusively partnered with Welbeck Health Partners for the opening of their brand-new hospital, boasting 12 specialties equipped with the latest technology and world-renowned consultants dedicated to delivering the best patient experience. Capitalising on the success of their London flagship hospital, their new site will offer a wide range of medical diagnostic and same-day minimally invasive services, including heart health, lung health, digestive health, ENT, endoscopy, and neurology. This is a very exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to help to shape a growing, but established healthcare organisation. Welbeck Health Partners was founded by leading healthcare specialists from the UK and USA who shared a clear vision: to deliver better care and redefine what a healthcare organisation can be. Welbeck’s unique partnership model empowers clinicians to share in the success of the group while fostering a collaborative environment. It provides a framework for consistent patient pathways, quality assurance across partners, and smooth cross-referrals between specialties. Joining Welbeck means becoming part of a growing network of high-quality clinics and world-leading healthcare professionals. Welbeck are committed to creating a supportive, values-driven environment where their people can thrive. The company invests in its people, providing ongoing professional development, clear career progression, and the resources needed to excel. If you’re looking to be part of a purpose-led organisation that is shaping the future of healthcare while fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and shared success, we’d love to hear from you. What is in it for you? • Salary up to £50,000 dependent on experience, • Free on-site parking, • Great work-life balance, • Professional registration paid for annually, • Personal Development Plan, • 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, • Private Medical Insurance, • Eye Care, • Annual Flu Vaccines, • Private Pension, • Season Ticket Loan / Cycle to Work Scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • AND a range of policies supporting health and wellbeing At present, we are in search for an experienced and motivated Children and Young People Manager to join the team and provide excellent clinical and managerial leadership for the delivery of and building of the Paediatric service. We are looking for a dynamic and committed individual to provide leadership to the paediatric team, helping build a safe, high-quality service providing excellent care to children, young people and their families. You will support the CYP development across the centre departments including paediatric competencies for all healthcare professionals involved in children and young people, including Theatre Practitioners and Day Case Nurses. This role will require oversight of clinical practice, resource management, clinician engagement, safe staffing provision and financial management, to ensure that the centre meets all regulatory requirements and safety standards. Responsibilities: • Deliver specialist clinical care to Children & Young People (CYP), including assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation., • Provide expert advice, education and emotional support to patients, families and carers., • Lead and develop nurse-led services, including surgical pre-assessment and support during investigations and procedures., • Recognise and manage clinical emergencies in collaboration with the medical team., • Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality, evidence-based care., • Develop, implement and audit service-specific policies, guidelines and quality improvement initiatives., • Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to families and colleagues., • Lead, mentor and support CYP nursing staff, acting as a professional role model., • Coordinate CYP nursing activity to ensure safe staffing levels and effective daily service delivery., • Contribute to recruitment, workforce planning and staff development., • Lead and participate in education, training and practice development programmes., • Contribute to service development in line with national standards and governance requirements., • Participate in quality assurance, audit, incident review and performance improvement (QAPI) processes., • Ensure compliance with professional standards, safeguarding requirements and regulatory frameworks (including NMC Code)., • Manage resources responsibly and contribute to financially sustainable service delivery. What can you bring? • Registered Paediatric Nurse with valid NMC Registration, • Right to Work in the UK, • Proven leadership experience in a senior nursing or clinical management role, • Able to demonstrate achievement & service development in a Band 6 setting, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, coach and develop others, • Excellent organisational skills, • Skills & knowledge in managing and supporting CYP patients and their families, • EPLS/APLS or willingness to undertake Recommendations We’re currently recruiting for a variety of management, clinical, and non-clinical roles across Oxford and Cambridge if this role isn’t for you, but you would be interested in exploring roles feel free to share your details. If you know someone who may be interested in this or other roles in a new private hospital, we offer a £500 voucher referral reward for every successful recommendation. Contact Details If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Rachel Smith direct on 02392 002 799. Alternatively, you can email an updated CV to