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Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 25% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Our Busy Bees nursery in Hemel Hempstead is located in a small suburb called Apsley, just a five-minute drive from the centre of town. Rate Good by Ofsted, our nursery’s location is in a prime location and is easily reachable for those using public transport, Apsley Railway Station bus stop (Stop B) is a mere 12-minute walk, while the London Road bus stop is only a seven-minute stroll. Key Responsibilities • Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development., • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment., • Take on the role of Key Person, fostering b partnerships with children and their families., • Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.What We’re Looking For:, • Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare., • Experience working with children under 5., • Empathy and understanding – each child is unique., • Strong communication and organisational skills.You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse. Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Our Busy Bees nursery in Hemel Hempstead is located in a small suburb called Apsley, just a five-minute drive from the centre of town. Rate Good by Ofsted, our nursery’s location is in a prime location and is easily reachable for those using public transport, Apsley Railway Station bus stop (Stop B) is a mere 12-minute walk, while the London Road bus stop is only a seven-minute stroll. What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner: • Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning., • Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education., • Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education

Guest Experience Manager Quest Employment are currently recruiting for an experienced Guest Experience Manager to join a prestigious five-star luxury resort and venue. The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional who thrives on delivering exceptional service and creating memorable guest journeys. The successful candidate will lead the Guest Experience team and ensure every interaction reflects the highest standards of luxury hospitality. The Role As Guest Experience Manager, you will oversee every stage of the guest journey, ensuring a seamless and personalised experience from arrival through to departure. Working closely with operational departments across the resort, you will focus on: * Anticipating guest needs and exceeding expectations * Managing guest relationships and service delivery * Personalising guest stays and special occasions * Leading service recovery where required * Coaching and developing the Guest Experience team to deliver outstanding service You will be highly visible across the property, acting as a host, mentor, and ambassador for the guest experience. Key ResponsibilitiesGuest Experience * Create memorable wow moments through surprise-and-delight initiatives for VIPs, families, couples, corporate guests and long-stay visitors * Work closely with Marketing, Sales and Reservations teams to ensure brand promises align with the on-property experience * Act as a visible and approachable host within guest areas, welcoming and following up with VIPs, repeat guests and key visitors * Monitor VIP, repeat and special-occasion bookings, ensuring guest preferences and histories are recognised * Coordinate special requests such as anniversaries, proposals, birthdays and extended stays to deliver memorable experiences Team Leadership * Lead, supervise and mentor the Guest Experience team * Deliver regular training and service audits to maintain luxury service standards * Foster a positive and high-performing team culture * Manage team scheduling and performance * Act as Duty Manager when required, supporting smooth operations across the property Business Performance * Uphold company policies and operational standards to ensure consistent service delivery * Support front office operations through professional guest service and effective issue resolution * Identify opportunities for continuous improvement based on guest feedback * Build strong guest relationships to encourage loyalty and repeat business Person SpecificationEssential Skills & Qualifications * Proven experience managing customer service or guest experience teams * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong guest engagement ability * Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills * Experience handling VIP guests and leading service recovery * Highly organised with strong attention to detail * Passion for delivering personalised, luxury-level guest experiences Experience * Previous supervisory or management experience within Front Office or Guest Experience in a five-star or luxury hospitality environment * Experience in team training, development and performance management xrnqpay * Demonstrated success in improving guest satisfaction and the overall guest journey Behaviour * Leads by example and motivates teams to exceed expectations * Builds strong relationships across departments * Approachable, empathetic and highly visible in day-to-day operations Desirable * Experience using Opera PMS or similar front office systems * Strong understanding of hotel operational procedures About the Opportunity This role is based at a renowned luxury resort set within a large countryside estate, offering premium guest experiences including fine dining, leisure facilities and wellness services. Benefits * Access to on-site leisure facilities including spa, gym and golf * Complimentary meals during shifts * Staff transport options from the local town centre * Generous discounts on stays for employees and their friends and family If you are a hospitality professional passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences, Quest Employment would love to hear from you.

JOB-20240909-f9129149 Job Title: Band 7 MRI RadiographerSpecialism: MRILocation: LutonSalary: £31.00 per hourSalary Type: HourlyType: Full-timeContract: Ongoing Embark on an exciting career journey as a Band 7 MRI Radiographer in Luton, earning £31.00 per hour. This ongoing, full-time locum opportunity is ideal for an experienced MRI radiographer looking to broaden their expertise while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. Perks and benefits: * Full-time stability: Enjoy consistent hours while fully immersing yourself in the role. * Locum flexibility: Maintain control over your work-life balance while gaining varied experience. * Skill development: Exposure to a wide range of MRI cases to enhance your clinical expertise. * Supportive team: Work within a well-established service with access to ongoing professional development. * Career progression: Strengthen your CV with valuable NHS MRI experience. What you will do: * Operate MRI scanners to produce high-quality diagnostic images. * Work closely with radiologists and multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and excellent care. * Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with NHS and departmental standards. * Support the training and supervision of junior radiography staff where required. Requirements: * Minimum of two years’ experience in MRI. * Previous NHS experience is essential. * HCPC registration is mandatory. * Being a car driver is desirable but not essential. * Full compliance with professional and regulatory standards. Why Luton? Luton is a vibrant and diverse town with excellent transport links to London and surrounding areas. Offering green spaces, cultural attractions, and a lively town centre, it’s a great place to live and work while advancing your radiography career. Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted, award-winning recruitment agency with an Excellent Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews. We are committed to securing the best possible rates and roles that align with your skills and experience.

Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification. Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool, situated in Harpenden, just a short distance from the town centre

We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool, situated in Harpenden town centre, with excellent public transport links and parking close by. As an Early Years Practitioner, you will plan, create, implement and reflect on enga

Senior Design Manager – New Build Residential – Hertfordshire - FREELANCE This established and well-respected main contractor has an immediate requirement for a Senior Design Manager to work on a 6–9-month contract for a new project in Bedfordshire. This Senior Design Manager role will be split between the contractor’s office in Hertfordshire and the project in Bedfordshire. The project is a major Residential new build consisting of multi-storey RC frame blocks in a town centre. The value of the project is in the region of £80m and commences within the next 8 weeks on site. For the initial period you will be based in the office working pre-construction. As a leading contractor their requirement is for an experienced Senior Design Manager who can bring a depth of experience of building large projects as well as Tier 1 contracting experience. You will be well organised and used to working with large project teams and offer knowledge to the team and add immediate support. You will as a Senior Design Manager have a UK Building qualification or come from an architectural background but if your background is architecture then you will have worked consistently for main contractors as a Design Manager. If you have read the above description and feel you are suitable for this Senior Design Manager role or would like further information on this or any other Design Manager positions in the Southern region or London please contact Lee Kidd at our Guildford office. O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation