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Senior Heath and Safety AdvisorBedford - with travel to sitesUp to £49,715 depending on skills and experience Full-time, permanent This is a key role within our corporate Health & Safety team, with a dedicated focus on supporting our in-house maintenance service. You will champion a strong health and safety culture, ensuring that risks are identified, understood, and effectively controlled. You'll lead on developing and improving H&S systems, documentation, training, and assurance processes, while also mentoring and managing our H&S Apprentice. What You'll Be DoingHealth & Safety Leadership • Promote and maintain a positive, proactive health and safety culture across IHMS., • Ensure all systems, policies, procedures, and safe working methods are up to date, accessible, and embedded in day-to-day practice., • Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations and ensure follow-up actions are completed.Risk & Compliance, • Lead on risk assessments, safe systems of work, and COSHH compliance., • Conduct regular site inspections and assurance reviews, ensuring corrective actions are completed promptly., • Provide clear, insightful performance data and H&S reporting to managers and committees., • Support the maintenance and continual improvement of the organisation's health and safety management system, aligned with ISO 45001.Training & Engagement, • Develop and deliver toolbox talks and health and safety training., • Maintain the mandatory training matrix and support colleagues' competence and confidence., • Work closely with the H&S Operational Review Group and Employee Management Forum to promote engagement and continuous improvement.Team Leadership, • Manage, coach, and support the H&S Apprentice, ensuring high performance and ongoing professional development.Contract & System Management, • Oversee key H&S-related contracts such as driving licence checks and lone-worker devices., • Build strong relationships with external partners and identify opportunities to enhance systems and equipment.What are we looking for?Essential Skills & Experience, • Certified (CertIOSH) or technical (TechIOSH) or CMIOSH, • Strong working knowledge of health and safety legislation, guidance, and best practice., • Experience conducting risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and incident investigations., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels., • Highly organised, proactive, and able to work independently., • Confident trainer and presenter with strong attention to detail., • Access to your own vehicle and ability to travel to sites as needed.Desirable, • Experience in maintenance, repairs, or facilities management., • Experience managing assurance reviews and improvement actions., • Familiarity with IT systems used for managing accidents and assurance processes. Our Val

What is Uber? Driving with Uber offers a flexible earning opportunity. It’s a great alternative to full-time driver jobs, part-time driver jobs or other part-time gigs, temp jobs or seasonal employment. Or maybe you’re already using other rideshare apps and want to supplement your income by becoming a driver using the Uber platform. Why Drive With Uber?: * Receive your earnings fast: With Uber, you can pocket your earnings up to 5 times a day. * Minimum earnings guaranteed: Earn at least the National Living Wage. * Access to sickness cover or a ""New Parent"" payment*: With our Allianz insurance scheme, you have protection from the financial cost of life-changing events with insurance from Allianz. *Eligibility criteria apply. * Save for your future: You will have access to a pension plan that will include contributions from you and Uber. * Receive holiday pay* You will receive an additional 12.07% of your earnings each week, making it easier to plan some downtime. *Eligibility criteria apply. * You are your own boss: You decide how much or little you want to drive and earn. * No car? No problem: We’ll give you access to hire and leasing deals through our sister company, Vehicle Marketplace. * Signing up only takes a few minutes. We'll provide support along the way and get you on the road as soon as your registration is processed. Requirements to Drive: * A valid UK driver's licence (EU driver's licence needs to be converted to UK driver's licence before onboarding). * You will need a private hire licence from a licensing authority such as a council. If you don't have one, we'll help you get started with a personalised Ignition appointment where we offer advice and support after you sign up. * Be at least 21 years of age to apply for your private hire licence, as required by the UK government. * Driver profile photo taken at our Greenlight Hub. * Complete the EduMe Course, a virtual onboarding course that helps you familiarise with the Uber app and its features. * Required years of driving experience will vary depending on in which city you are based. Additional Information: If you have previous employment experience in transportation (such as a delivery driver, driver, professional driver, driving job, truck driver, heavy and tractor-trailer driver, local truck driver, company truck driver, taxi driver, taxi chauffeur, transit bus driver, bus driver, coach bus driver, bus operator, shuttle driver, bus chauffeur) you might also consider driving with Uber to earn extra money. We also welcome drivers who have worked with other peer-to-peer ridesharing or driving networks. Driving with Uber is a great way to supplement your part time or full time income. Drivers who use the Uber app come from all backgrounds and industries, setting their own schedules to make work fit into their lives, not the other way around. We'll help you get started. Additional Documents to Drive: Depending on your state/city, additional documentation and information may be required. Our 24/7 support is available every day to answer questions about registration.

Permanent HR Manager – Bedford Region-5 days per week on-site Help Shape, Build and Elevate the People Function.I am seeking an experienced and hands‑on HR Manager to rebuild and lead the people function as they work towards becoming a truly great place to work. This role will play a critical part in re‑establishing strong foundations, strengthening culture, and embedding consistent, modern HR practice across the organisation. What You’ll Do • Take the lead in re‑building and modernising the HR function., • Implement the cultural values and ensure they are lived consistently across the organisation., • Review, update and embed all HR policies, processes and the employee handbook., • Coach and train managers on HR best practice, ER handling and effective people management., • Bring consistency to HR operations, ensuring compliance and improving ways of working., • Lead workforce planning, succession planning and development pathways as they mature., • Introduce leadership training and talent development initiatives. A confident, credible, operationally strong HR Manager, who is ready to make an immediate impact, while shaping longer‑term culture, capability and leadership development.You must have experience as an HR Manager, ideally within Manufacturing, Distribution or Logistics organisations. You must have experience in change management and organisation design. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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 ___

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone . We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected. We're always looking to connect with talented individuals who can help shape the future of our business. Closing date: Wednesday 8th April Interview process: Two Stage Interview Process Working pattern: This is on On-Site role including Weetabix Wednesday, where everyone comes into the office for some great collaboration and meetings - it’s a must! We’re committed to supporting diversity and enabling everyone to perform their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, just let us know how we can support you. As a welcoming presence on the factory floor, the EHS Advisor will provide essential EHS support, coaching, and guidance to help execute the cluster's manufacturing environment, health, and safety (EHS) strategy and standards. Your contribution will be vital in ensuring compliance with legal requirements while driving our ambition for zero accidents and zero environmental incidents. • Implement the manufacturing EHS strategy and standards within the cluster., • Ensure the internal audit program meets standards for achieving Green status., • Support and coach factory teams in managing EHS processes, objectives, and performance indicators., • Provide EHS expertise for new projects and change management., • Maintain the incident reporting system, assist in investigations, and ensure corrective actions are completed., • Keep accurate EHS information for stakeholders to enhance EHS practices., • Demonstrable knowledge of EHS delivery in similar role., • NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent)., • Understanding and knowledge of regulatory reports and compliances including experience with management systems methodology and tools. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work. • Annual bonus 7.5%, • Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us), • 25 days annual leave increasing with service, • Annual Salary review, • Healthcare plan, • Continued investment in your personal development, • We believe in balance, whether it's for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days additional annual leave, • Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership), • The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities, • Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave, • Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care, • Working Parents Support Group Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges. We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship. #HaveYouHadYourWeetabix Benefits Check out our website for more information: • Annual bonus, • Double matched ER contributed pension scheme, • Annual Salary review #HaveYouHadYourWeetabix

Job Title: Field Service Engineer Anglia Location: Anglia, with occasional UK travel Are you a skilled engineer looking for a role where your expertise truly makes a difference? Join Clarke Energy as a Field Service Engineer and take responsibility for ensuring the reliability and performance of our gas engines and associated plant equipment. About the Role Your role is to keep our gas engines and systems operating at their best through expert maintenance, fault diagnosis, and timely repairs. Youll deliver scheduled servicing to the highest standards, minimising downtime and providing cost-effective solutions for our customers. Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Troubleshooting • Carry out planned maintenance to maximise equipment reliability and avoid unnecessary part replacements., • Respond promptly to out-of-hours callouts, diagnosing and resolving faults efficiently to restore operations., • Collect and dispatch oil samples in line with agreed procedures., • Order correct parts and return unused items to reduce waste., • Build strong relationships with customers through professional and responsive service., • Communicate effectively with the Area Manager, customers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth site operations., • Keep company tools and equipment in excellent condition, ensuring cleanliness and calibration. Technical Skills • Strong engineering background with knowledge of gas engines and related systems., • Electrical and mechanical expertise., • Gas Safe registered., • Confident IT skills for reporting and documentation., • Professional, reliable, and trustworthy., • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities., • Customer-focused with excellent communication skills., • Organised and proactive in managing workload. Essential • Minimum 5 years experience as a service engineer., • NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering., • Apprentice-trained engineer., • Gas Safe registration., • Full UK driving licence., • Competitive hourly rate + basic rate., • Paid travel time (up to 30 mins each way daily)., • On-call rota with call-out fee., • 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays., • Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional holiday days., • 7% company pension contribution., • Company van provided. Join Clarke Energy and help us deliver exceptional service to our customers. JBRP1_UKTJ

Salary: 83,401- 93,520 per annumBasis: Full timePackage: 37 hours per week, Hybrid Working, Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), Holiday allowance of 25 days (plus public holidays) on joining.Contractual Hours: 37Region: CentralJob Category: HR / Payroll Join Us at a Transformational Stage for Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) is entering one of the most significant phases of its cultural journey. Following our latest HMICFRS inspection, we have a clear mandate and renewed momentum to evolve our culture, strengthen leadership behaviours, and build a truly inclusive, values‑driven organisation. We are now seeking an inspiring, strategic and forward‑thinking Assistant Director of People to help lead this transformation. This is more than a senior HR role. This is your opportunity to shape the future of a critical public service, influence cultural change at scale, and create a workforce experience where every colleague feels valued, safe, respected and empowered. If you are a bold, credible and resilient people leader ready to make a lasting organisational impact, we want to hear from you. Why This Role Matters As the Service’s most senior HR professional, you will play a pivotal role in modernising how we lead, develop and support our people. You’ll be central to: • Delivering a refreshed, ambitious People Strategy., • Embedding values‑based leadership and psychologically safe working environments., • Driving organisational culture change aligned to HMICFRS recommendations., • Strengthening trust, confidence and fairness across the workforce What You Will Lead As Assistant Director of People , you will oversee the full People Services portfolio, including: • HR Business Partnering & Operations, • Employee Relations (including PSI oversight), • Recruitment & Resourcing, • Payroll and Pensions, • Occupational Health, • Culture, Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing About You We’re looking for a transformational HR leader who brings: • Significant senior‑level HR leadership experience in a complex, unionised environment., • A strong track record of driving cultural change and delivering values‑based leadership programmes., • Deep ER expertise, including oversight of complex cases and system reform., • The credibility to influence at senior and political levels., • Strong partnership skills and the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholder groups., • Strategic vision, resilience, integrity and the confidence to challenge convention. Why Join BFRS? • You’ll join a Service with a clear ambition for improvement., • You’ll shape culture at a time when your impact will genuinely matter., • You’ll be part of a committed Senior Leadership Team who value and are committed to people‑centred change., • You’ll influence how an essential emergency service evolves for the future. If you’re excited by challenge, driven by purpose and eager to lead meaningful organisational change, we’d love to hear from you. Join us — and help shape the future of Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service. Next steps If this role is of interest, please visit our website for further information and to make a formal application. We ask that you include your full career history and reference your skills and experience in line with the job description and person specification within your application and supporting statement. Closing date: Wednesday 8 April 2026 The selection process will take place week commencing 20 April 2026 This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2023. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are ‘spent’ under the provision of the Act. The appointment will be made subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance at the level required for the role. Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safer recruitment, and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, we encourage applications from those who have served, are serving, or are part of a military family. Your skills and experience are valued here.

Childrens Deputy Home Manager Orchard House, Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire - MK45 Employer:Homes2Inspire (part of Shaw Trust Group) Contract:Full-time, Permanent, 40 hours per week Salary:£37,562 - £38,827 per annum (£18.06 - £18.67 per hour) + sleep-in allowance (£46.01 per sleep) About Homes2Inspire Homes2Inspire are one of the UKs leading providers of childrens homes, caring for over 150 children across 56 homes and 2 semi-independent leaving care facilities. We are proud to be part of the Shaw Trust Group, a charity dedicated to transforming lives across the UK. About the Home: Orchard House is a 2 bedded childrens residential home in Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire MK45. Rated Good with Ofsted, it provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment by offering emotional and practical support to helping young people develop life skills and build confidence. Vacancy Information: As a Deputy Home Manager, you will: • Work alongside the Registered Home Manager, to manage all aspects of the day-to-day running of the home., • Promote the safeguarding of the young peoples welfare, promoting education and diversity to ensure individual needs are meet, in line with Ofsted regulations and company requirements., • Coach, support and develop staff to maximise their performance and ensure high standards of care are met., • Liaise with other departments and external agencies to ensure that the young people receive appropriate plans and programmes that meet their needs and the needs of the Contract., • Participate in the risk assessment during admissions process to ensure that the immediate vulnerability and risk of the young person is determined accurately., • Promote a positive health and safety culture to meet and maintain company and external accreditation standards., • Demonstrate to young people, through pro-social modelling, the value of education and care, and the ability to develop skills maximise positive behaviour, and transition into adulthood., • Form trusting, respectful, boundaries, professional relationships with young people, in order that they respond and react appropriately to information and guidance., • Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed to a high standard, within required timescales and communicated effectively, in order to comply with the Contract and Company Policies and Procedures. Contracted hours are 40 hours per week. As the Deputy Manager, you will be required to cover shifts or sleep ins when needed to meet the needs of the home. You will also be required to participate in the on call for the cluster. What Youll Bring • Previous experience working with children and young people in a leadership role in a residential or similar setting is essential, • Hold QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification, • A full UK Driving Licence is essential, • Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to remain calm in challenging situations., • Competitive salary - £37,562 - £38,827 per annum (£18.06 - £18.67 per hour), • Sleep-in allowance - £46.01 per sleep., • Comprehensive training and career development pathways., • Generous annual leave, with option to purchase 5 extra days., • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing support., • Unum Healthcare - App-based access to healthcare reimbursements, mental health support, remote GP, and wellbeing perks, • Aviva Digicare - Access free healthcare services including Digital GP consultation, Annual Health Check and Mental Health Assessments, • Refer a Friend bonus., • Discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays, plus Blue Light Card access, • Cycle to Work scheme., • Subsidised days out with young people., • We cannot offer sponsorship. If youre looking for a new deputy manager job near Gravenhurst in Bedfordshire and are passionate about making a positive impact in young peoples lives, apply today! JBRP1_UKTJ

Permanent HR Manager - Bedford Region-5 days per week on-site Help Shape, Build and Elevate the People Function.I am seeking an experienced and hands‑on HR Manager to rebuild and lead the people function as they work towards becoming a truly great place to work. This role will play a critical part in re‑establishing strong foundations, strengthening culture, and embedding consistent, modern HR practice across the organisation. What You'll Do Take the lead in re‑building and modernising the HR function. Implement the cultural values and ensure they are lived consistently across the organisation. Review, update and embed all HR policies, processes and the employee handbook. Coach and train managers on HR best practice, ER handling and effective people management. Bring consistency to HR operations, ensuring compliance and improving ways of working. Lead workforce planning, succession planning and development pathways as they mature. Introduce leadership training and talent development initiatives. Support the journey towards becoming an employer of choice through improved engagement, wellbeing and people experience.What We're Looking For A confident, credible, operationally strong HR Manager, who is ready to make an immediate impact, while shaping longer‑term culture, capability and leadership development.You must have experience as an HR Manager, ideally within Manufacturing, Distribution or Logistics organisations. You must have experience in change management and organisation design. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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 (url removed)

Supporting People on Probation Navigator Location: Bedfordshire Salary: £24,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Why Work for Us? Adults have a proven reoffending rate of 25%. Forward Trust are on a mission to change that because we believe another life is possible. We support People on Probation in Surrey to successfully complete their Probation Supervision, to stop offending, and to live their potential. Delivering interventions and providing support so that they build relationships with their community, other services, pro social friends, families, and themselves. Building a crime free life stops the cycle of harm. Role/Team Overview We are looking for more people who share our vision to join our Supporting People on Probation Team in Bedfordshire as a Supporting People on Probation Navigator. You might have worked in prisons, probation, police or the courts before. You could be a psychology graduate, life coach, counsellor or psychotherapist. You might have worked in education, social services, health, or social prescribing, maybe you were or are a foster carer. Perhaps right now are able to bring different life skills and experiences that are transferable. The important thing is that you really enjoy working with others, are good at building rapport, are passionate about making a difference, and believe that everyone can turn their life around. Join us as a Supporting People on Probation Navigator, at Forward Trust, make a difference to individual lives whilst building your career in a leading Charity who prove every day that “another life is possible”. We believe that everyone can live a fulfilling life, whatever their past. Our People on Probation Interventions help adult men understand their lifestyle and associates, their family and significant other relationships, their emotional wellbeing, and how to overcome social exclusion. You will walk alongside them as they navigate the consequences of their crimes on their relationships and themselves, leave behind relationships that lead to offending, and repair and build relationships that move them Forward to another life. In Bedfordshire we work alongside the Probation Service within the Bedford and Luton probation service offices. We may also be required to work alongside prison Resettlement Teams in prisons within HMP Bedford. A full UK driving license is desirable for this role as travel between venues is essential. A work day for you might include facilitating a group music intervention, checking on the progress of a community allotment project, meeting someone prior to being released from prison, delivering a 1:1 with a Service User experiencing family breakdown, taking someone to the Doctors for the first time in their adult life, and finishing the day taking the winning penalty in a game of football – nice shot by the way! It's important work, and with it comes responsibility. You will have close relationships with Probation Practitioners and will agree with them and your Service Users their Action Plans and interventions. These form part of your Service Users enforceable sentence conditions. Some of your clients are vulnerable in their mental and physical health, and for all of them there are consequences if they are unsuccessful. Therefore, you will make every contact matter and keep excellent records. We provide training and support, but we need you to understand and be highly motivated to engage with all aspects of this role right from your application. Your Bedfordshire Team is a part of Forward Trust’s national Commissioned Rehabilitative Services (CRS), which we provide directly for HMPPS. The Bedfordshire Service is part of the Personal Wellbeing umbrella where we are lead provider in 7 areas (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Sussex, Surrey); and subcontractor in Kent and Cheshire, providing family support. We also provide CRS Accommodation services preventing homelessness for people on probation in Wales in Dyfed-Powys, South Wales and Gwent. And, across all London and Yorkshire and The Humber we provide Dependency and Recovery support. Join a vibrant and passionate wider CRS team as part of Forward Trust where 30% of our staff have lived experiences of addiction or offending. The Job: * You will be based within the Bedfordshire probation delivery offices and will also be required to travel to the various probation delivery offices as well as to HMP Bedford. Travel between these locations is essential. * Some interventions may be delivered virtually to meet the need of the Service User; however, this is an in-person service, and you should expect to attend a work location daily. * Some evening work. What we need from you: * Belief in the ability of anyone to change, that another life is possible. * A genuine passion for helping others and an ability to form strong working alliances with Service Users, Colleagues, Probation Practitioners and all stakeholders. * Transferable skills or direct experience of needs and risk assessment, action planning, delivering 1:1 and group interventions, keeping detailed accurate records, safeguarding self and others, taking part in continuous professional development. * Trustworthy, a team player, confident and safe when working independently. * Creativity, collaboration and flexibility. * Strives to meet and exceed own and shared targets as well as high standards for delivery. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application

Supporting People on Probation Navigator Location: Bedfordshire Salary : £24,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About The Role Why Work for Us? Adults have a proven reoffending rate of 25%. Forward Trust are on a mission to change that because we believe another life is possible. We support People on Probation in Surrey to successfully complete their Probation Supervision, to stop offending, and to live their potential. Delivering interventions and providing support so that they build relationships with their community, other services, pro social friends, families, and themselves. Building a crime free life stops the cycle of harm. Role/Team Overview We are looking for more people who share our vision to join our Supporting People on Probation Team in Bedfordshire as a Supporting People on Probation Navigator. You might have worked in prisons, probation, police or the courts before. You could be a psychology graduate, life coach, counsellor or psychotherapist. You might have worked in education, social services, health, or social prescribing, maybe you were or are a foster carer. Perhaps right now are able to bring different life skills and experiences that are transferable. The important thing is that you really enjoy working with others, are good at building rapport, are passionate about making a difference, and believe that everyone can turn their life around. Join us as a Supporting People on Probation Navigator, at Forward Trust, make a difference to individual lives whilst building your career in a leading Charity who prove every day that "another life is possible". We believe that everyone can live a fulfilling life, whatever their past. Our People on Probation Interventions help adult men understand their lifestyle and associates, their family and significant other relationships, their emotional wellbeing, and how to overcome social exclusion. You will walk alongside them as they navigate the consequences of their crimes on their relationships and themselves, leave behind relationships that lead to offending, and repair and build relationships that move them Forward to another life. In Bedfordshire we work alongside the Probation Service within the Bedford and Luton probation service offices. We may also be required to work alongside prison Resettlement Teams in prisons within HMP Bedford. A full UK driving license is desirable for this role as travel between venues is essential. A work day for you might include facilitating a group music intervention, checking on the progress of a community allotment project, meeting someone prior to being released from prison, delivering a 1:1 with a Service User experiencing family breakdown, taking someone to the Doctors for the first time in their adult life, and finishing the day taking the winning penalty in a game of football - nice shot by the way! It's important work, and with it comes responsibility. You will have close relationships with Probation Practitioners and will agree with them and your Service Users their Action Plans and interventions. These form part of your Service Users enforceable sentence conditions. Some of your clients are vulnerable in their mental and physical health, and for all of them there are consequences if they are unsuccessful. Therefore, you will make every contact matter and keep excellent records. We provide training and support, but we need you to understand and be highly motivated to engage with all aspects of this role right from your application. Your Bedfordshire Team is a part of Forward Trust's national Commissioned Rehabilitative Services (CRS), which we provide directly for HMPPS. The Bedfordshire Service is part of the Personal Wellbeing umbrella where we are lead provider in 7 areas (Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Sussex, Surrey); and subcontractor in Kent and Cheshire, providing family support. We also provide CRS Accommodation services preventing homelessness for people on probation in Wales in Dyfed-Powys, South Wales and Gwent. And, across all London and Yorkshire and The Humber we provide Dependency and Recovery support. Join a vibrant and passionate wider CRS team as part of Forward Trust where 30% of our staff have lived experiences of addiction or offending. The Job: • You will be based within the Bedfordshire probation delivery offices and will also be required to travel to the various probation delivery offices as well as to HMP Bedford. Travel between these locations is essential. * Some interventions may be delivered virtually to meet the need of the Service User; however, this is an in-person service, and you should expect to attend a work location daily. * Some evening work. What we need from you: • Belief in the ability of anyone to change, that another life is possible. * A genuine passion for helping others and an ability to form strong working alliances with Service Users, Colleagues, Probation Practitioners and all stakeholders. * Transferable skills or direct experience of needs and risk assessment, action planning, delivering 1:1 and group interventions, keeping detailed accurate records, safeguarding self and others, taking part in continuous professional development. * Trustworthy, a team player, confident and safe when working independently. * Creativity, collaboration and flexibility. * Strives to meet and exceed own and shared targets as well as high standards for delivery. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Job Title: Chef & Nutrition Coach Location: Bedford, This service does not have full step free access. Salary: £26,000 (full time equivalent) Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday Shifts flexible around meal preparation 5 days per week including weekends. Hours may vary dependent on service and resident requirements. About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for a Chef & Nutrition Coach to join our brand new service opening in April 2026! As a Chef & Nutrition Coach in the service, you will improve their dietary habits, optimise health, personalised as well as creating meals for our diverse and marginalised residents as they seek recovery. You will need to understand ordering and budgeting as well as a strong understanding of food safety. A solid understanding of meal planning, dietary needs, and allergy control is essential, but your most important quality will be that you are a people person who is willing to engage with our residents as you tailor healthy and delicious meals to satisfy their needs and wants. This service is an 11 bed, community based mental health crisis and step down service offering short stay, trauma informed support. The team will support our residents who are at risk of admission but can be supported outside of mental health hospital settings, by providing tailored support to them to help them overcome their personal barriers, and achieve their goals, to live more fulfilled lives and independent living. Key Responsibilities Include: Planning, preparing and cooking food then serving this to residents. Plan and deliver purposeful workshops and activities for residents to participate in to develop life skills. Plan and prepare food for cooking on days when off duty. Ensure the kitchen is kept equipped with food supplies, equipment and tools. Maintain the kitchen and communal areas to ensure they are always kept clean and tidy. Ensure food and beverages are readily available for residents. Take ownership of self-development to stay aligned with industry and role specific requirements within the role. Budget Management: Work within the provided budget to ensure cost effectiveness. About You We are looking for someone who has a passion for cooking, food and nutrition, partnered with a desire to make a real difference to people's lives. We're looking for someone with a hands on approach to their work, able to take ownership and use your own initiative to solve challenges and support residents with understanding the importance of nutrition and diet in their daily lives. You will understand the marginalisation that people with multiple, complex needs face within society, and be driven to help our residents to overcome personal barriers. What we are looking for: Someone who can plan and cook healthy, tasty and tailored food A good understanding of food costs and basic budgeting Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents A good understanding of Food Safety and Health and Safety Regulations Someone who can share and teach basic cooking skills to interested residents Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds, ideally those who have faced challenges with their mental health Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time Equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group . Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website . TPBN1_UKCT