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Graduate / Newly Qualified Plumber (Commercial)£25,000 - £30,000 (OTE 40k) + Company Van + Company Benefits + Training + Progression + Premium Overtime + Company BonusBedford, Bedfordshire Are you a newly qualified Plumber or working towards your qualification looking for a role where you will receive full training and support to help you become a fully-fledged Water Treatment Engineer? Do you want a role where you can continually progress across the business gaining new skills and qualifications whilst boosting your earnings through generous overtime and bonus schemes? This well-established yet rapidly growing water-treatment specialist has been providing the service for over 30 years and cover the whole of the UK. They specialise in building bespoke water tanks and provide Legionella compliance and assessments. Due to a coworker moving on they are looking for a motivated candidate to join their ranks and take the role forward. In this dynamic role you will be tasked with going out to various commercial sites around the Southern Region carrying out planned projects, whether that be remedial works, new part installations or cleaning water tanks where no day will be the same. You will also receive training and gain experience with running hygiene contracts with the view to taking up a supervisory role. You will be provided with a Company Van, Fuel Card, Expenses Card, Phone, and Laptop. You will work a Monday - Friday pattern of 8am - 5pm and will occasionally have to stay away overnight, with hotels and food expenses paid for. Overtime is paid at a rate of 1.5x with weekend overtime coming in at a further premium rate. This role would suit a new qualified plumbing apprentice or college leaver looking for a role where you will receive full support and training for a company that will heavily invest into your future. The Role • Installation and maintenance of Hot Water Tanks and Hot Water Cylinders, • Servicing TMV's and Pipelines + other Commercial Plumbing Works, • Field Service role with occasional overnight stays covering the Southern patch, • NVQ Level 2 / C&G Qualification in Plumbing, • Commutable to Bedford, • Full driving license Reference number: BBBH23984If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon 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 our website.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Field Service Engineer based in Bedford for one of our clients on a Full time permanent basis. Summary of the Field Service Engineer role Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOELocation: Bedford Type of Contract: Permanent Hours: 40 Hours Responsibilities of theField Service Engineer • Repair, refurbishment, installations & commissioning of machinery, • Travel across the UK and Ireland, • You will also be expected to travel to Italian Head Office occasionally for training and & machine testing and very occasionally deployed worldwide if required, • Overtime paid door-to-door outside of normal working hours, • Qualified Multi Skilled Engineer (Mechanical / Electrical), • Ability to read electrical diagrams and fault find from them, • Ability to mechanically fault find and repair, • Good fault diagnosis / problem solving skills, • Basic PLC Fault Finding knowledge, • Willing to travel within UK & Ireland (Some overseas travel may be required), • Willing to work away from home for periods up to 5 days (or more on occasions), • Willing to work changeable hours, • Full Clean Driving License, • Ability to use MS Office, • Good Communication Skills, • Report Writing Skills, • Able to work independently or part of a team Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruitment Specialists will review your application shortly. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we can’t respond to everyone directly. If you don’t hear from us within seven days, please assume you have not been successful this time.

Design Engineer £40,000 - £50,000 + Future Progression + Training + Bonus + Excellent Company Benefits Bedford, Bedfordshire (Commutable from: Milton Keynes, Northampton, Biggleswade, Leighton Buzzard, Luton)Are you a Design Engineer, looking to join a specialist manufacturer, who will enable you to design bespoke and innovative machinery, whilst actively investing in your technical skillset?On offer is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career within a multi-million-pound organisation where you will be the technical lead on projects, overseeing them from cradle to grave.The company are leaders in their industry and are going from strength to strength. Due to their continued success, they are now looking to add to their closeknit team.In this varied role, you will be responsible for the design and creation of 3D models, working closely with other departments within the business, and overseeing the projects from concept to production.This role would suit a Design Engineer, looking to take the next technical step in their career, in a growing company with opportunities to progress into senior positions in the future.The Role:* Design Engineer* Creating technical drawings & 3D models* Oversee projects from cradle to grave.* Monday to Friday (37-hour week)The Person:* CAD Design background* Engineering Degree or similar* Commutable to BedfordJob Reference Number: 263835To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact [Jack Banks] at Rise Technical Recruitment.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. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. 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.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Is It Time to Use Your Childcare Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a childminder, nanny, or working in residential care, education, health, youth work, or social care, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed—it is about offering consistency, kindness, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network, • Be part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You? We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs (your childcare background as a childminder or nanny is highly relevant here), • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role. Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your childcare skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Psychology Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Psychologist, supporting children or young people through emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, understanding, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or psychological needs, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your psychology skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Fitter / Mechanic (Specialist Training Provided)£32,000 - £35,000 + Overtime + Vehicle + Training + Progression + Company BenefitsCommutable from Bedford, Luton, Leighton Buzzard, Dunstable, Biggleswade, Cranfield, Wootton, Flitwick, Ampthill.Are you a Fitter or Mechanic with experience working on 2/4 stroke engines, looking to further your career with a nationwide company that will put you through specialist training to become a fully fledged Mobile Plant Fitter?On offer is an exciting opportunity to develop your skillset and work on a wide range of heavy mobile plant equipment in a Monday to Friday-based position with no weekend work.In this role, you will cover a local patch servicing and maintaining a variety of machinery and equipment across multiple sites in a local area.The company has an excellent reputation for looking after its staff, providing excellent training, future progression, great work-life balance and an array of company benefits.This role would suit a Vehicle Mechanic or Engineer with a strong understanding of 2-stroke / 4-stroke engines looking to move into a varied mobile role.The Role: • Fault find, service and repair a wide range of light to heavy plant equipment., • Cover a local patch with no staying away overnight., • Fitter / Mechanic., • Full UK Driving License. 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.

Senior Quantity SurveyorLocation: Bedfordshire (Projects across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire & surrounding areas)Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 + Car / Car Allowance + Fuel Card + Bonus + PensionAn established and rapidly growing groundworks and civil engineering contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding commercial team. The role will involve managing multiple residential groundworks and infrastructure packages from project award through to final account.The company has experienced significant growth in recent years, increasing turnover from approximately £62m to £100m, alongside a 65% increase in workforce. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued expansion plans, this role offers excellent long-term career progression within an ambitious and forward-thinking contractor.The successful candidate will report directly to the Commercial Director and play a key role in overseeing the commercial delivery of projects while supporting the wider commercial team.Senior Quantity Surveyor Salary & Benefits • Salary £80,000 - £90,000 (depending on experience), • Company Car or Car Allowance, • Fuel Card, • Pension scheme (up to 5% employer contribution), • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, • Holiday entitlement rising to 28 days + BH with service, • Structured bonus scheme, • Training and development support including funded professional courses, • Manage the commercial delivery of residential groundworks and infrastructure packages, • Oversee projects from contract award through to final account, • Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans and forecasts, • Manage subcontractor procurement, payments and valuations, • Prepare and submit interim applications for payment, • Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities, • Liaise with operational teams including Contracts Managers and Site Managers, • Attend client and project meetings to support commercial delivery, • Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within groundworks or civil engineering, • Strong background delivering residential groundworks packages, • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or similar, • Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills, • Experience managing projects through to final account, • Excellent communication and negotiation skills Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa, • Any other temporary or time-limited visa Is it Time to Use Your Social Work Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience in residential care, education, health, youth work, or social care, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, kindness, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning Please note - fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role. Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your social work skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Bedford Salary - Negotiable DOE Monday - Friday Days Your new company: Based near Bedford, we are working with a leading company in the design, development, and manufacture of innovative equipment used in a range of industries from automotive, aerospace, rail and more! Due to increased business and continuous growth, they are now recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their design team. The Mechanical Design engineer will be part of a strong design team focused on the design development and management of manufacturing processes! If you are an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer from a strong industrial engineering background, this would be a great role for you!Key Responsibilities & Duties: • Working closely with other departments in the design of layout drawings and service diagrams, • Generating equipment layouts, with supporting mechanical documentation (service drawings, schematics, etc.), • Maintaining existing mechanical drawings and documentation, • Act as a liaison for project managers and customers to handle design, layout and service queries, • Liaise with the Drawing Office Manager for the workload to ensure project timelines are adhered to Skills & Experience required: • Experience in a similar role, within an industrial/manufacturing environment, • Experience with a relevant CAD/ AutoDesk product such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar, as full training will be provided., • Experience with rotating equipment/machinery, • Recognised engineering qualification or completed apprenticeship., • Ability to work to strict deadlines whilst keeping a strong quality of work. Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us now on for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally), • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Youth Worker Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Youth Worker, mentoring and supporting young people, providing guidance, or helping them overcome emotional and behavioural challenges, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, support, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or social challenges, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Youth Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Machine Operator (Training into Maintenance)£32,000 - £38,000 + Days / Monday - Friday + Overtime (1.5x) + Progression + Training + BenefitsBedford (commutable from Milton Keynes, Leighton Buzzard, St Neots, Hitchin, Sandy, Biggleswade & surrounding areas)Are you a Operator Minder looking to move into a Maintenance Engineering role with full training provided within a leading manufacturer offering great benefits and clear progression opportunities?This is an excellent opportunity to join a multibillion-pound manufacturer within a stable industry where you will receive hands-on training from experienced Engineers and develop into a fully qualified Maintenance Engineer.The company are well established in their industry and have seen continued growth. They are now looking to recruit a Machine Minder to train and develop into their Maintenance team.You will support planned and reactive maintenance on the company's modern equipment while learning fault finding, mechanical repairs and playing a key role in the development and implementation of continuous improvement strategies across the manufacturing site.This role would suit a Machine Minder looking to progress into Maintenance Engineering within an industry leading Manufacturer offering overtime and long-term career progression.The Role: • Machine Operator (Training into Maintenance), • Support maintenance and repair of specialist manufacturing machinery, • Machine Operator/Production Technician, • Wanting to join established company 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.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Is it Time to Use Your Healthcare Assistant & Support Worker Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker, helping children and families navigate challenges, provide guidance, or manage safeguarding concerns, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, empathy, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or family-related challenges, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Family Support Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa, • Any other temporary or time-limited visa Is it Time to Use Your Safeguarding Officer Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Safeguarding Officer, ensuring the protection and welfare of children, identifying risks, and implementing safeguarding strategies, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering safety, consistency, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and resilience. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with safeguarding, child protection, or welfare needs, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Safeguarding Officer skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ex-Forces Engineer £40,000 - £42,000 + Days / Monday - Friday + Overtime (1.5x) + Progression + Training + BenefitsBedford (commutable from Milton Keynes, Leighton Buzzard, St Neots, Hitchin, Sandy, Biggleswade & surrounding areas)Are you an Ex-Forces Engineer (REME, RAF, Navy or similar) with a strong Maintenance background looking to transition into a leading manufacturer offering great benefits and clear progression opportunities?This is an excellent opportunity for Service Leavers to join a multibillion-pound manufacturer within a stable industry where you will receive full industry training and support from experienced Engineers to help you make a smooth move into civilian manufacturing.The company are well established in their industry and have seen continued growth. They have a strong track record of recruiting and developing ex-military engineers and are now looking to recruit a number of Maintenance Engineers.You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance on the company's modern equipment while also learning to play a key role in the development and implementation of continuous improvement strategies across the manufacturing site. Your military engineering training, fault-finding ability and disciplined approach will be highly valued.This role would suit a Maintenance Engineer from an Armed Forces background looking to join an industry leading Manufacturer offering overtime and opportunities for progression.The Role: • Maintenance Engineer, • Maintenance and repair of specialist manufacturing machinery, • Ex-Forces Engineer (REME, RAF, Navy or similar), • Mechanical maintenance / fault-finding experience, • Wanting to join established company 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.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is It Time to Use Your Early Years Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as an Early Years Practitioner, or in residential care, education, health, youth work, or social care, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed—it is about offering consistency, kindness, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network, • Be part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You? We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs (your background as an Early Years Practitioner is highly relevant here), • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role. Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your early years skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Residential Childcare Experience Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Residential Childcare Worker or Practitioner, supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, care, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs in a residential care setting, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Residential Childcare skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Is it Time to Use Your Probation Officer Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Probation Officer, supporting children or young people at risk, managing safeguarding, or helping individuals build positive life paths, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering stability, guidance, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or social challenges, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Probation Officer skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is It Time to Use Your Childcare Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a childminder, nanny, or working in residential care, education, health, youth work, or social care, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed—it is about offering consistency, kindness, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network, • Be part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You? We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs (your childcare background as a childminder or nanny is highly relevant here), • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role. Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your childcare skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Junior Field Service Engineer £28,000 - £30,000 + Bonus OTE (£36,000) + Training + Progression + Van Bedford (Ideally located: Luton, Northampton, Birmingham and Surrounding areas ) Do you have CNC service/mainteance looking to work for a globally-renowned manufacturer providing full Multi-skilled training to become a qualified Service Engineer?On offer is a days based role offering a company vehicle, benefits and an excellent bonus package to maximise your earnings alongside endless progression opportunities.This is an opportunity to work for an industry-leading company who provide high-end CNC machinery to a variety of engineering companies on a global scale. As a result of their continued success, they are looking to add to their service and support team.This is a Monday-Friday position, where you will be travelling to various engineering sites all across the UK. You will be accompanied by a specialist and assist with the service, repair and maintenance of CNC Lathe machines.This role would suit some with Mechanical experience within a Machine Shop environment, looking for a varied and exciting Service role with full on the job training and great bonus structure.The Role • Monday-Friday (days based)., • Field-service role., • Machine Shop background, • Mechanical experience 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.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Nursery Practitioner Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Nursery Practitioner, supporting early years development, promoting learning, or providing structured care for young children, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, guidance, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and resilience. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting young children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs, particularly through early years care or nursery practice, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Nursery Practitioner skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your HLTA Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, supporting children in classrooms, providing pastoral care, or working with students with additional needs, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, guidance, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and resilience. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs, particularly through classroom support or pastoral care, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your HLTA skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Is it Time to Use Your SEN Manager Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as an SEN Manager, leading teams to support children with additional needs, coordinating interventions, and implementing inclusive strategies, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering leadership, consistency, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and confidence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience managing SEN provision or teams supporting children with special educational needs and additional needs, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your SEN Manager skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your Learning Support Assistant Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Learning Support Assistant, supporting children in classrooms, helping with additional needs, or providing pastoral care, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, guidance, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and resilience. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs, particularly through classroom support or one-to-one learning assistance, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your Learning Support Assistant skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Is it Time to Use Your Lecturer Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as a Lecturer, supporting and mentoring students, delivering curriculum, or working with learners with additional needs, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, guidance, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and resilience. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs, particularly through teaching, mentoring, or academic support, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your teaching, mentoring, and student support skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding AreasLocation: Bedford and surrounding areasSalary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: • Be 21 years of age or over, • Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home, • Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status, • Graduate visas, • Skilled Worker visas, • Student visas, • Health & Care Worker visas, • Spouse Visa If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it Time to Use Your SEN Worker Skills Differently? Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. If you have experience as an SEN Worker, supporting children with additional needs, learning difficulties, or developmental challenges, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, understanding, and the belief that life can get better. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering? This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, independence, and confidence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays, • Up to 28 days respite each year, • Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development, • Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support, • Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model, • Membership of The Fostering Network We are looking for individuals or couples who: • Live in Bedford or the surrounding area, • Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person, • Have experience supporting children with special educational needs, additional needs, or learning challenges, • Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning, • Can provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple) Is it Time for a Change? This is your opportunity to use your SEN Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.

Salary £14.04 per hour Trainee Bus Driver – Arbroath Depot Stagecoach are looking for trainee bus drivers to join our Arbroath team. • Get paid to train and zero training costs as not only will you be earning from day one, we’ll also pay for all of your training costs to achieve a recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence, worth around £4,000, • Typical annualised earnings after training of £31,636 based on a basic week of 39 hours after completed training, • Different shift patterns available so you can fit work around your existing commitments You’ll be one of 136 drivers who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, to shopping and leisure, and to friends and family. Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker in your community, there’s loads of reasons for you to join the Stagecoach East Scotland team… • Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions, • Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel, • Guaranteed 39 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings, • Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel, • UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location, • Supportive and high quality training from some of the best (and nicest!) driving instructors and training managers in the industry – we’ll teach you everything you need to know about our routes, our vehicles, our tickets and more, • Career development including our Trade Up scheme for drivers who want to move into engineering, promotion opportunities to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership for those who want that, • Secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in the business – either on big events like Silverstone and Cheltenham Festival, or into our head office support functions, • An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support., • A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues The recruitment process is simple – you apply online, we’ll get you in for an interview and to see the depot, and that’s it! It doesn’t matter if you’re working in customer service, retail, hospitality or in a warehouse or factory, the only things we need are… • You need to be over 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points, • Must have a minimum of 6 months driving experience in the UK• You need to want to deliver great customer service• You need to have a patient, safe and courteous approach to driving So if that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then apply below! Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. Location: Stagecoach Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJ

CNC Machinist £32,000 - £34,000 + Overtime + Days + Training + Excellent Benefits Bedford, Bedfordshire (Commutable from: Milton Keynes, Northampton, Biggleswade, Leighton Buzzard, Luton) Do you have CNC turning experience, looking for a days-based position with a well-established business who can offer you long-term job security and a great work life balance?On offer is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist manufacturer where you will work as part of a close-knit team in a modern workshop with overtime on offer to boost earnings.The company are at the forefront of their industry and have a fantastic reputation amongst their loyal client base. Due to their continued success, they are looking to bring in another CNC Operator to their in-house machine shop team.In this varied workshop-based role, you will be responsible for setting, operating and programming machines to produce quality machined parts. You will be working Monday - Friday days basis within a purpose-built modern facility.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading manufacturer in a role offering excellent work-life balance, long term job security, and future career opportunities. The Role: * Setting, operating & programming CNC machinery * Producing high precision equipment * Monday - Friday (40 Hours)The Person: * Strong CNC turning background * Commutable to Bedford Job Reference Number: 270892 To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact [Jack Banks] at Rise Technical Recruitment. 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.

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Bedford, commutable from: Kettering, Cambridge, Northampton, Luton, Milton Keynes£30,000-£38,000 + Shifts (7am-3pm, 2pm-10pm) + Training + Overtime + Development + Company BenefitsExcellent opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer looking to develop their skillset within one of the UK's leading research facilities within an interesting and unique field.On offer is the opportunity to join a specialist company where you will be mentored and working alongside experts while receiving training to maintain and repair highly specialised wind tunnel equipment within a varied and technical role.This company are one of the only facilities in the world that specialise in their niche and they are now looking for a new addition to their team to immerse themselves within their bespoke projects and technical work.The day to day of this role includes carrying out mechanical maintenance and repair across the facility, supporting the operation and upkeep of complex wind tunnel systems and associated mechanical equipment. This role works on a rotating shift pattern (7am-3pm, 2pm-10pm) and has lots of optional overtime available.The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical maintenance with a relevant mechanical engineering qualification (e.g. HND/HNC or apprenticeship). Experience working with rotating machinery, mechanical systems or industrial equipment is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.The candidate must hold a British passport and will be able to pass security clearance.The role: * Mechanical Maintenance Engineering * Maintenance and repair of wind tunnel equipment (Training Provided) * Mon-Fri, rotating shift pattern * Site based in BedfordThe person: * Mechanical maintenance experience * Mechanical qualification (HND/HNC or apprenticeship) * British passport * Must be able to pass security clearanceReference Number: BBBH270899To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Eve Terry at Rise Technical Recruitment. 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.

Electrical/Electronic Engineer Bedford, commutable from: Kettering, Cambridge, Northampton, Luton, Milton Keynes£35,000-£42,000 + Shifts (7am-3pm, 2pm-10pm) + Optional Overtime + Training + Development + Company BenefitsExcellent opportunity for an Electrical / Electronic Engineer with strong hand soldering skills looking to transition into instrumentation within one of the UK's leading research facilities operating in an interesting and unique field.On offer is the opportunity to join a specialist company where you will receive full training in instrumentation while working alongside experienced engineers and developing your skillset in a varied and highly technical role.This company are one of the only facilities in the world that specialise in their niche and they are now looking for a new addition to their team. They are keen to support engineers with transferable electrical or electronic skills who are eager to learn instrumentation and immerse themselves within their bespoke projects and technical work.The day to day of this role includes providing instrumentation support throughout the facility following training, alongside working on bespoke wiring and hand soldering of fine electronic components. This role works on a rotating shift pattern (7am-3pm, 2pm-10pm) and has lots of optional overtime available.The ideal candidate will have an electrical or electronic engineering background with a relevant qualification (e.g. HND/HNC) and experience with hand soldering and working with fine electronic components. Wiring experience of fine components is advantageous but not essential.The candidate must hold a British passport and be able to pass security clearance.The role: * Instrumentation Engineering * Electrical wiring and hand soldering of fine components * Mon-Fri, rotating shift pattern * Site based in BedfordThe person: * Electrical / Electronic engineering background * Hand soldering experience * Electrical qualification (HND/HNC) * British passport * Must be able to pass security clearanceReference Number: BBBH270887To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Eve Terry at Rise Technical Recruitment. 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.

Optometrist Role Location - Clapham Salary - Up to £65,000 per annum As the UK's leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our expert Surgeons undertake more procedures collectively than any other national provider. For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. We are focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology. A fantastic opportunity has become available for an optometrist to provide care to patients from our busy clinic in Clapham. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside experienced eye care professionals, including ophthalmologists, and play a crucial role in the delivery of a diverse range of clinical eye care services to our patients. We ask that you have a minimum of 2 years experience as an optometrist. At Optical Express, no two days are the same. Your role will be varied and can include: • Pre and post-operative consultations for our refractive and cataract surgery patients, • Providing clinical support to our ophthalmologists, • Providing Essential and Advanced Eye examinations for our patients Your package: We are committed to providing optometrists with rewards and benefits that really make a difference. The fantastic range of benefits you will receive include: • A market leading salary up to £65,000 per annum., • Salary enhancement through our Performance Pay scheme., • 33 days annual leave per year, increasing with length of service., • Pension Scheme., • Private Healthcare., • Paid Professional Fees., • Indemnity Coverage., • Independent Prescribing Sponsorship and Placement Assistance., • Access to Optical Express CET courses., • Complimentary or discounted Laser Eye Surgery, Intraocular Lens surgery or Lipiflow treatment., • Generous Optical Express Friends and Family Discount scheme. Full and part time opportunities are available. Relocation allowances will be considered. Optical Express is committed to providing clinicians and patients alike with access to state of the art diagnostic and treatment technologies from a range of market leaders such as Carl Zeiss and Johnson & Johnson Vision. Full refractive and cataract surgery training will be provided and is delivered by experienced clinicians. To ensure you have maximum support day-to-day in the clinic, you will work alongside an exceptional professional team, as well as having access to invaluable guidance from the Clinical Services team, which includes some of the most experienced optometrists and ophthalmologists in the specialist areas of refractive surgery and cataract care.

FLI Water is a specialist water and wastewater process technology and services company within the FLI Group. We design, build and operate municipal and industrial treatment plants across the UK and Ireland — and we’re growing. We’re now looking for a talented Process Engineer to join our team and help us continue to lead in innovative, sustainable wastewater treatment solutions. About the Role As a Process Engineer, you’ll play a key role in developing, delivering and commissioning process designs for new and existing projects. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients and subcontractors to ensure high‑quality, technically robust solutions that support efficient project delivery. This is a hands‑on, varied role where you’ll contribute to everything from early‑stage design through to on‑site commissioning and operator training. Key Responsibilities • Lead the development and submission of process design and commissioning standards for new and secured projects., • Establish process design criteria, mass balance diagrams, PFDs, P&IDs and control philosophies., • Produce hydraulic, thermal and power calculations, process specifications and equipment datasheets., • Prepare O&M manuals and subcontract design scopes., • Review and approve subcontractor deliverables., • Prepare commissioning procedures and supervise/undertake commissioning activities., • Attend and occasionally lead HAZOP and Hazardous Area Classification meetings., • Support due diligence for new technologies and pilot trials., • Provide pre‑tender process assessments and project viability input., • Liaise daily with proposal, project and client teams., • Deliver on‑site operator training., • Contribute to marketing materials and development of standard engineering templates. What You’ll Bring • Degree in Engineering or Science, ideally with experience in the water/wastewater sector., • Associate membership of a relevant professional institute and working toward Chartership., • Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within small multidisciplinary teams., • Organised, commercially aware, and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines., • Innovative, methodical and confident in influencing at all levels., • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook., • Full UK driving licence. Technical Competencies • Proven experience in process design within water/wastewater treatment., • Understanding of process risk assessment and mitigation., • Broad knowledge of municipal and industrial treatment technologies. Why Join FLI Water? You’ll be part of a forward‑thinking organisation committed to technical excellence, innovation and environmental impact. This role offers the opportunity to shape high‑profile projects and contribute to FLI Water’s position as a UK market leader in wastewater treatment technology. Right to Work Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

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

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

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

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

Fitter / Mechanic (Specialist Training Provided) £32,000 - £35,000 + Overtime + Vehicle + Training + Progression + Company Benefits Commutable from Bedford, Luton, Leighton Buzzard, Dunstable, Biggleswade, Cranfield, Wootton, Flitwick, Ampthill. Are you a Fitter or Mechanic with experien

Production Engineer Bedford, commutable from: Kettering, Cambridge, Northampton, Luton, Milton Keynes £30,000-£38,000 + Day Shifts + Training + Private Health Insurance + 26 Days Holiday (+ BH) Excellent opportunity for a Production Engineer to join a specialist engineering company du

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Flitwick Weekly Pay: £460 - £500 Sector: Education and Training Start Date: ASAP Education and Training | Start Immediately We're proud to be partnering with a specialist school in Flitwick to recruit a compassionate and motivated SEN Teaching A

The Role: Machine Operator (Training into Maintenance) Support maintenance and repair of specialist manufacturing machinery. Machine Operator (Training into Maintenance) £32,000 - £38,000 + Days / Monday - Friday + Overtime (1. Progression + Training + Benefits Bedford (commutable fro

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

Academics are seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants or Psychology graduates who are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs. Join a welcoming and supportive team at an outstanding SEN school in Luton, where your skills and commitment will be truly valued. Fantastic Opportunity in the Education and Training Sector School Support Worker - SEN School - Kempston Location: Kempston Pay: £460-£500 per week Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, term-time only Join a welcoming SEN specialist school in Kempston as a School Support Worker and gain valuable experience supporting students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD. This role is perfect for anyone aspiring to careers in clinical psychology, counselling, social work, or youth justice. What We Offer • No evening, weekend, or holiday work * Full induction and ongoing training * Career progression within a growing trust * Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme The Ideal School Support Worker • Interest or experience in mental health, SEN, or youth work * Ideally some experience supporting vulnerable young people * Someone compassionate, reliable, and proactive * Local to Kempston or able to commute School Support Worker - Education and training • Support students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD * Provide 1:1 and in-class support * Help implement personalised support and behaviour plans * Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing school environment This is an exciting opportunity in Kempston to gain practical experience within the education and training sector, while making a meaningful difference in young people's lives. Interested in this School Support Worker opportunity? Get in touch today!

Are you already a skilled fitter or interested in a career in vehicle conversions? Or do you have an interest or passion for cars? As a Vehicle Fitter , you will play a crucial role in fitting enhanced electrical systems and outfitting vehicles for operational use. This permanent role with potential to grow and the opportunity for training and career progression. A chance to contribute to specialist vehicle conversions for emergency services and government agencies. Join a reputable organisation with room for career growth and development. Be part of a dynamic team and experience a fulfilling work environment. Preferred Requirements: Auto-electrical experience or an interest/passion for cars or the automotive industry. Ability to follow build instructions, take notes, and crimp automotive connections. Interest in vehicles and good practical skills. Basic tool set for the role and willingness to undergo training for conversion processes. Desire to excel in a hands-on role and contribute to the successful conversion of vehicles. Preferred Qualifications: Proven automotive electrical experience. Relevant vocational training or certification. Any additional training or certification in vehicle fitting or automotive technology. Benefits Early finish on Friday - 1pm finish Overtime available Workwear provided (after successful probation) Company pension scheme 7am - 4pm - Mon to Thurs 7am - 1pm - Friday TPBN1_UKTJ

The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Credit Controller on behalf of a specialist sales business with offices in Bedford The Role As Credit Controller you will work closely with the Credit Control Team and sales function to assist with the ongoing cashflow position for the business. Day to day duties will consist of: Communicating with customers and ensuring prompt payment of sales invoices Providing monthly statements to all customers Identify overdue customers and preempting those that could become overdue Reduction of debtor days Building relationships with customers in order to identify any issues with the accounts and seek to resolve them Encourage payment of overdue invoices and identify when payments will be made Assist in negotiating payment plans and starting legal proceedings, if required Updating customers records with credit reports and credit limits on a regular basis Raise relevant issues to the Financial Controller. Your Profile You will be an experienced Credit Controller with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills with the ability to work externally with customers and internally with colleagues. Proven experience of engaging and working with customers in arrears is key. This is an excellent opportunity within a growing and developing organisation. Salary Role of Credit Controller based in Bedford is working 5 days a week in the office but is easily accessible from Bedford, St Neots, Ampthill, Shefford and surrounding. The role is offering a salary of £30-35K. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice. TPBN1_UKTJ

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

*Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas * Bedford and surrounding areas *Salary: *£62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Full-time | Self-employed • Be 21 years of age or over * Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home * Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) * Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: • EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status * Graduate visas * Skilled Worker visas * Student visas * Health & Care Worker visas * Spouse Visa * Any other temporary or time-limited visa Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. We welcome applicants from a wide range of professional backgrounds, including Nursery Nurses, Counsellors, Probation Officers, Registered Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Support Workers, Occupational and Speech Therapists, Childcare Workers, Social Workers, Housing Officers, Teachers, Learning Support or SEND Staff, Youth Workers, Youth Justice Workers, Family Support Workers, Residential and Mental Health Support Workers, Domestic Abuse or Homelessness Support Workers, Substance Misuse Workers, Community Outreach Workers, Community Support Officers, Mediators, and Coaches or Mentors supporting vulnerable people. If you have experience helping others through challenging circumstances, you already have the foundation to make a lasting difference as a foster carer. As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust and independence. This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself. • £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays * Up to 28 days respite each year * Specialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional development * Clinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours support * Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model * Membership of The Fostering Network * Be part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Ideally, you will have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child’s needs. Please note - fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role. This is your opportunity to use your skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough Job Type: Full-time Pay: £62,000.00 per year Application question(s): * Have you currently or previously been a Foster Carer or Kinship Carer? * Have you got experience of working with children and young people, and/or vulnerable adults in a professional or personal capacity? * Do you have an unoccupied spare bedroom in your home for fostering? (This is mandatory and can't be negotiated) * Do you have the right to work in the UK, either as a British Passport holder or with Indefinite Leave to Remain? (This is Mandatory) * To foster in the UK, applicants must be at least 21 years old. Are you 21 or over? (Minimum age to meet Fostering requirements) Licence/Certification: * permanent residence in the UK (required) Work authorisation: * United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

Money Adviser (Welfare Rights Officer) Salary: £36,000 (Including £2,000 car allowance) Location: Bedford / Hybrid About the Role Are you passionate about helping people manage their finances and improve their wellbeing? bpha is seeking a dedicated Money Adviser to join our team. In this vital role, you will provide benefit and debt advice to our residents, helping them avoid financial difficulties and maximise their incomes. You'll proactively support those at risk, especially new tenants, and work to sustain tenancies and prevent rent arrears. As a Money Adviser, you will be: Delivering benefit and debt advice, information, and guidance to bpha residents. Targeting residents at high risk of financial difficulties, especially within their first year of tenancy. Raising awareness of financial capability through one-to-one sessions. Supporting customers with non-priority debt and negotiate affordable repayment plans. Working collaboratively to reduce fuel poverty and provide access to grants. Promoting the Money Advice Service internally and externally, including at community hubs. Delivering customer-centric service and manage complex cases. Providing training to staff on benefit changes and money advice. Contributing to specialist projects and support other areas of the organisation as needed. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice. What we're looking for as a Money Adviser: Essential Skills & Experience: Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Strong written communication and numeracy skills. Customer-focused with excellent time management. Confident communicator able to manage a varied workload. Up-to-date working knowledge of benefit and debt legislation. Knowledge of Financial Conduct Authority standards. Experience providing welfare advice in a commercial environment. Experience with case management and securing external funding. Experience using MS Office and specialist money advice software. Partnership working with key stakeholders and local agencies. Qualifications: NVQ Level 4 Advice and Guidance or similar. Certificate in Money Advice Practice. Satisfactory enhanced DBS Check. Desirable: MS Visio skills. Strong analytical and reporting skills. Experience preparing and delivering training. Member of Institute of Money Advisors. Authorised Debt Relief Intermediary or DRO intermediary. Why Join Us? At bpha, our values are at the heart of everything we do: We take responsibility: We do what we say and are accountable for our actions. We show empathy: We respect and listen to every colleague and customer. We are better together: We value diversity and achieve more as one team. We are ambitious: We strive for excellence and make a positive difference. Are you ready to make a difference? If you are committed to making a real impact and share our values, we would love to hear from you! Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and as such bpha reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date upon identification of a suitable candidate. Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment. All offers will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening, including DBS check and references. TPBN1_UKTJ

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