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Next Generation Agri-Tech Birmingham c. £65,000 pa + Extensive and Competitive Package The Company This state-of-the-art Agri-Tech / Bio-Technology business are working with cutting edge equipment, technologies and processes to deliver the best in class and most sustainable food production equipment and processes to the global consumer market. They work with some of the leading distributers and suppliers across the UK and Europe and their facility is purpose built and a true modern engineering showcase and the next generation of food production process. This is a career-defining, highly technology role. You won't just be writing PLC code - you'll be the catalyst that transforms the entire Controls department and enables truly modular, "flat-pack" solutions that can be built in the UK and shipped anywhere in the world (including resource-constrained regions) with minimal on-site engineering skill required. The Mission: Own the creation of a best-in-class software roadmap & standardised, modular PLC/HMI/Drive architecture Drive digitalisation: full simulation modelling & digital twin validation before any code leaves the building Design systems that slash OPEX for clients through extreme automation and reliability Lead the shift to repeatable, deskilled global deployment of multi-megawatt Agi-Tech systemsDay-to-day you'll: Develop PLC/HMI/SCADA code (Siemens TIA Portal & Rockwell essential, other...

Graduate Teaching AssistantDo you want hands-on primary experience before moving into teacher training?Could you deliver focused 1:1 and small-group support to boost progress across KS1 and KS2?* Graduate Teaching Assistant* Immediate start until July 2026* £80 - £100 per day* ‘Outstanding’ primary school, Walsall*** 1:1 and small group support across KS1 and KS2The Role:You’ll work alongside class teachers to deliver short, targeted interventions in reading, writing and maths. You’ll provide 1:1 support, guide small groups, prepare simple resources and keep brief notes on impact. You’ll reinforce routines, encourage positive behaviour and help pupils build confidence and independence.The Candidate:You’re a graduate who communicates clearly, stays organised and builds rapport quickly with children. You follow guidance, use initiative and keep sessions purposeful. A strong interest in primary education and pupil progress is essential.Requirements• Degree – A 2:2 or above in any subject.• Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication.• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.• Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine commitment to supporting learning and wellbeing.• Experience working with children – Any relevant experience (tutoring, mentoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.The Scho...

KS1 Graduate Teaching AssistantWant hands-on KS1 experience before teacher training?Help pupils build strong reading, writing and number skills.* KS1 Graduate Teaching Assistant* Immediate start until July 2026* £80 - £90 per day* Large primary school, Selly Oak*** Literacy and Numeracy support across KS1What you’ll do:You will deliver short, focused boosters in phonics, reading fluency and common exception words. You will lead guided writing, model sentence structure, and tighten spelling routines. You will build number fluency through daily practice, place value drills and simple problem solving. You will pre-teach key vocabulary and methods before new units begin. You will provide 1:1 catch up where needed and record quick outcomes, so next steps are clear. You will set up resources, keep routines tidy and support calm transitions throughout the day. You will liaise with the class teacher and the SENCO to keep support aligned with classroom teaching.About you:Clear communicator, organised, calm in busy classrooms. You explain ideas in small steps, spot misconceptions early, and build confidence. • Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject., • Communication – Strong verbal and written skills., • Enhanced DBS – Held already or willingness to obtain., • Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in KS1 learning and wellbeing., • Experience working wit...

Town Planner / Senior Planner Location: Birmingham or Cardiff An established and growing planning consultancy is looking to expand its team with the addition of a Town Planner or Senior Planner based in either Birmingham or Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven planning professional with previous experience in a planning consultancy or local authority setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and manage planning applications, pre-application enquiries, and appeals, • Draft and submit lawful development certificates, • Advise on planning strategy across a range of development types, • Work across various sectors including residential, retail, commercial, and mixed-use schemes, • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality planning services About You:, • A minimum of 2 years' experience in a planning consultancy or local planning authority, • RTPI-accredited degree (or equivalent), • Working towards or already MRTPI qualified (for Planner level); MRTPI status preferred for Senior Planner, • Strong report writing, project management and communication skills, • A proactive attitude and the ability to work ...

Fire & Security Service EngineerLocation: West MidlandsSalary: £32,000 – £40,000 DOEBenefits: Travel time paid after 30 minutes, company van, fuel card, mental health support scheme, performance bonus, 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year up to 25 days), call-out rota, standby allowance, overtime opportunities, and clear routes for progression. Join a Leading Fire & Security Company We're seeking a skilled Fire and Security Service Engineer to join a highly respected and well-established business with decades of expertise in the fire and security industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a growing team that values quality, reliability, and ongoing professional development. This field-based role will see you covering large commercial sites across the West Midlands, delivering expert service and support for both fire alarm and security systems. Key Responsibilities: • Service and maintain fire alarm and security systems in commercial properties., • Deliver high-quality customer service and technical support., • Work effectively as part of a team and independently., • Previous experience servicing fire and security systems., • Stro...

English Graduate Teaching AssistantAre you an English Graduate Teaching Assistant prospect looking to build school-based experience before teacher training?Could you raise attainment by delivering focused support in English across KS3 and KS4?* English Graduate Teaching Assistant* Immediate start until July 2026* £82 - £102 per day* ‘Good’ secondary school, Ward of Erdington*** Academic support through English at KS3 and KS4The Role:Work with the English department to close gaps and build confidence. Lead short intervention groups, provide 1:1 tutoring, and support reading, writing and analysis. Help with revision resources, reinforce exam skills, and keep brief notes on progress to inform next steps.The Candidate:You hold a degree (English or related preferred), communicate clearly, and explain ideas in simple steps. You’re organised, reliable, and motivated to develop towards teacher training.Requirements• Degree – A 2:2 or above in any subject.• Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication.• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.• Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in supporting pupil progress and wellbeing.• Experience working with children – Any relevant experience (tutoring, mentoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.The School:This ‘Good’ secondary i...

Next Generation Agri-Tech Birmingham c. £65,000 pa + Extensive and Competitive Package The Company This state-of-the-art Agri-Tech / Bio-Technology business are working with cutting edge equipment, technologies and processes to deliver the best in class and most sustainable food production equipment and processes to the global consumer market. They work with some of the leading distributers and suppliers across the UK and Europe and their facility is purpose built and a true modern engineering showcase and the next generation of food production process. This is a career-defining, highly technology role. You won't just be writing PLC code - you'll be the catalyst that transforms the entire Controls department and enables truly modular, 'flat-pack' solutions that can be built in the UK and shipped anywhere in the world (including resource-constrained regions) with minimal on-site engineering skill required. The Mission: • Own the creation of a best-in-class software roadmap & standardised, modular PLC/HMI/Drive architecture, • Drive digitalisation: full simulation modelling & digital twin validation before any code leaves the building, • Design systems that slash OPEX for clients through extreme automation and reliability, • Lead the shift to repeatable, deskilled global deployment of multi-mega...

Primary Graduate Teaching AssistantDo you want real primary classroom experience before applying for teacher training? Could you provide targeted academic support that removes barriers to learning and lifts progress?* Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant* £81 - £102 per day* Immediate start until July 2026* ‘Outstanding’ school, Central Birmingham*** Provide academic support to remove barriers to learningThe Role:Work across classes to deliver short, focused interventions in reading, writing and maths. Provide 1:1 and small-group support, pre-teach and overlearn key content, and help pupils develop study habits and independence. Prepare simple resources, note impact, and share next steps with class teachers.The Candidate:You’re a graduate who communicates clearly, builds rapport quickly, and stays organised. You follow guidance, use initiative, and keep sessions purposeful. A genuine interest in primary education and pupil progress is essential.Requirements• Degree – A 2:2 or above in any subject.• Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication.• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.• Desire to work in education/with children – Strong commitment to inclusion and pupil wellbeing.• Experience working with children – Any relevant experience (tutoring, mentoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.Th...

Since 2017, our client has provided an innovative care solution for people with care needs enabling them to enjoy fun filled holidays every year. To support their growth they now seek customer, quality focused Senior Care Coordinators to work on a hybrid basis from their office in Birmingham. On offer is: • A basic salary of £25.6k with £200 bonus every month on top, • 33 days holiday (inc bank holidays), • Fantastic opportunities to grow into new roles, • A fun working environment, • Office hours Monday to Friday 9:00 to 6:00, • Writing care plans and conducting care assessments, • Coordinating care hours, • Helping to put together risk assessments for activities, • Experience as a Care Coordinator, • NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care, • The ability to remain calm under pressure, • Good PC literacy

Bid Executive £35,072 - £36,918 Hybrid for candidates within an hour from any WEA office/hub location, or home-based with required travel. The WEA is the UK’s largest voluntary sector provider of adult education, a charity dedicated to bringing high quality, professional education into the heart of communities. We believe that all adults, regardless of their situation, should have access to education. Job Description We are looking for talented individuals to help us deliver our mission – to bring lifelong learning within reach. Fighting inequality and promoting social justice. If that sounds like you, then please read on. As the Bid Writer, you will lead the bid writing across a wide range of organisational tenders and funding opportunities through creating high-quality bid responses. Distilling complex information clearly and succinctly, within tender word counts, rules and guidelines. Reporting to the Head of Business Growth, the successful candidate will lead the timely and compliant submission of high-quality tenders that meet commissioner requirements, in line with WEA strategic goals and purpose, supporting the business growth pipeline through opportunity identification and research. Through this role, you will directly contribute to securing funding and contracts that make a meaningful difference in pe...

My client is looking for an experienced Design Engineer to work from home on a hybrid basis on a long term basis. Paying £400 a shift + Long Term Works + Outside IR35 + Weekly basis Acting as a main contractor my client provides the management and delivery expertise to deliver a multitude of Security biased projects throughout the UK which involve Electrical, CCTV and Access Control systems. Due to continued expansion, they require someone to join their team working in the Design team. Main Duties to be carried out include the following: * Produce detailed security system line drawings as part of an integrated solution * Produce calculations to support the integrity of the design * Review completed designs * Develop our document template library * Liaise with other designers to enable co-ordination of projects * Ensure document control requirements are met. * Explaining designs to engineers and clients * Writing manuals for maintenance * Attending site to complete surveys * Any other duties commensurate with the role Skills & Experience * Working Knowledge of AutoCAD * Working knowledge of Microsoft word and excel * Trimble (Amtech) design software * Be able to work off your own initiative * Attention to detail * On site practical working knowledge of security systems * Punctual * Well organised and methodical The Design Engineer role wo...

Senior Bid Manager Location: Walsall (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: £60-80k + Package. Identify business opportunities that align with the Business Strategy, particularly aligned to the own region. Develop appropriate relationships with external parties to help progress opportunities and winning submissions. Secure work by value and type to meet objectives. Work with the Proposals Director to develop customer solutions and prepare responses. Oversee all quality, technical and commercial aspects in accordance with company procedures. Develop "best practice" systems and processes and implement across the other regions. Maintain and build relations between the Walsall office and other offices and regions. Key Responsibilities Identify business opportunities that align with Business Strategy and (where appropriate), find appropriate companies with whom to form partnerships and to provide support in developing PQQ & Tender responses. • Review Business Strategy, • Liaise with other offices, regions and partners to identify opportunities to meet that strategy., • Review Client Business Plans and understand Client business requirements, • Develop those opportunities into PQQs or tenders seeking bid writing support as required., • Develop business relationships with external parties to support responses to PQQs or tenders, • Allocate opportunities to bid managers to prepare respo...

Senior Bid Manager Location: Walsall (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: £60-80k + Package. Identify business opportunities that align with the Business Strategy, particularly aligned to the own region. Develop appropriate relationships with external parties to help progress opportunities and winning submissions. Secure work by value and type to meet objectives. Work with the Proposals Director to develop customer solutions and prepare responses. Oversee all quality, technical and commercial aspects in accordance with company procedures. Develop "best practice" systems and processes and implement across the other regions. Maintain and build relations between the Walsall office and other offices and regions. Key Responsibilities Identify business opportunities that align with Business Strategy and (where appropriate), find appropriate companies with whom to form partnerships and to provide support in developing PQQ & Tender responses. - Review Business Strategy - Liaise with other offices, regions and partners to identify opportunities to meet that strategy. - Review Client Business Plans and understand Client business requirements - Develop those opportunities into PQQs or tenders seeking bid writing support as required. - Develop business relationships with external parties to support responses to PQQs or tenders - Allocate opportunities to bid managers to prepare responses - Complete Go/No Go ...

TML Recruitment is partnered with a leading UK property consultancy seeking a commercially minded Valuation Surveyor to join their expanding Birmingham team. With a strong pipeline of public sector and institutional instructions the team is now looking to strengthen its delivery capacity. This is a rare chance to join a well-established valuation function thats growing rapidly. The team has tripled in size since 2019 and continues to win major asset valuation contracts, with a third significant instruction expected imminently. Youll be joining a collaborative, high-performing group with a strong reputation across the Midlands and beyond. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING IN THIS ROLE? Youll be involved in a broad range of valuation work, with approximately 80% commercial and 20% residential exposure. Projects include: Mixed-use developments (e.g. leisure complexes, manor houses with residential flats above commercial units) Commercial assets across retail, industrial, and office sectors Residential portfolios, including social housing elements Development land and strategic sites Valuations are typically for public sector clients, secured lending, and asset reporting purposes. Average fees range from £2,000 to £3,000+, with excellent fee-earning potential across the patch. WHAT ARE THE MAIN DUTIES? Deliver Red Book valuations across a diverse asset base Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting Contribute to business development activity, with support from senior leadership Assist in mentoring junior team members Maintain high standards of compliance and professional integrity WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL? MRICS qualified Experience in commercial valuation (graduate to 2 years PQE ideal) Strong report writing and analytical skills Comfortable with client-facing work and BD activity Knowledge of East Anglia, North Wales, and Midlands markets beneficial Keen to work in a collaborative, high-performance environment WHATS IN IT FOR YOU? Join a team with real momentum and a strong reputation Work on high-profile public sector contracts Excellent fee-earning potential and career progression Supportive leadership and structured development Exposure to diverse asset types and valuation scenarios TPBN1_UKTJ

TML Recruitment is partnered with a nationally recognised property consultancy is expanding its commercial valuation offering in Birmingham and is seeking a driven Valuation Surveyor to join its growing team. With a strong pipeline of instructions across the Midlands and beyond, this is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to step into a fee-generating role with real career progression. The business has invested heavily in its valuation platform, winning repeat mandates from public sector bodies, institutional clients, and private investors. Youll be joining a collaborative team with a strong reputation for quality, compliance, and delivery. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING IN THIS ROLE? Youll be responsible for delivering Red Book valuations across a diverse commercial asset base, including: Office, industrial, and retail properties Mixed-use developments Investment portfolios Development land and strategic sites Public sector assets (including police, healthcare, and local authority instructions) Valuations are typically for secured lending, asset reporting, acquisition, and disposal purposes. WHAT ARE THE MAIN DUTIES? Manage valuation instructions from initial enquiry through to final reporting Liaise with clients, lenders, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery Contribute to business development and client retention Maintain high standards of compliance and professional integrity Support junior team members and collaborate across disciplines WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL? MRICS qualified Experience in commercial valuation (15 years PQE ideal) Strong report writing and analytical skills Comfortable with client-facing work and BD activity Knowledge of Midlands markets beneficial Keen to grow within a high-performing, nationally recognised consultancy WHATS IN IT FOR YOU? Join a team with real momentum and national reach Work on high-profile commercial instructions across sectors Excellent fee-earning potential and career progression Supportive leadership and structured development Hybrid working and flexible culture TPBN1_UKTJ

Maintenance Surveyor The Company The Exeter offices of a national, multi-disciplinary consultancy are looking to hire a " Maintenance Surveyor " to support their Southwest Regional Manager and regional team. They offer their clients a range of services including civil and structural engineering, building surveying, cost consultancy, architecture and planning, insurance claims, and heritage conservation. With a fabulous reputation for providing practical and workable solutions for building and infrastructure projects, their client base serves both the public and private sectors. Insurance projects make up a large part of the South Wests portfolio, providing stability and a constant pipeline of work across Devon on both residential and commercial buildings in all forms of construction. They are looking to expand this offering to more general project management as well as more traditional surveying services. TheMaintenance Surveyor Role The perfect opportunity for the successful " Maintenance Surveyor " to show their ambition, drive and passion for customer service, as well as supporting the Regional Manager so he is able to focus on new services lines and expanding the team Maintenance Surveyor Key responsibilities include: Inspections to including acquisition surveys, condition reports, measured surveys and defect investigations Inspect and advise on the design, construction, repair, and refurbishment of all types of buildings and construction projects Reporting, writing schedule of works and works specifications Oversee projects using recognised building contracts, to current technical standards. Management of projects up to £500k To understand and apply other relevant legislation such as health and safety, party wall, building regulations and planning. Support APC candidates where possible The right Maintenance Surveyor candidate Candidates will be able to demonstrate the following attributes: Ideally MRICS or MCIOB Accredited Degree in Building Surveying Career working in property surveying, maintenance and refurbishment projects Experience in Defect Diagnosis and report writing Insurance repair project experience ideal but not essential Experience in negotiation, supervisory and leadership roles Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015, Party Wall and Building legislation Whats in it for me? Stunning office environment Flexible, hybrid working 121 support, coaching and feedback Competitive remuneration package and an annual bonus. Car Allowance Comprehensive rewards package including cycle to work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, retail benefit scheme etc Sounds interesting? The click apply to find out more! TPBN1_UKTJ

Full job description REQUIRED FOR HOUSEHOLD REMOVALS Must have 1 years experience . duties to include dismantling and reassembling of furniture. Packing boxes, removal of boxes and load/unload vehicle. 17 days per month plus overtime available. 07.30 start. We do not operate fixed hours as we have off peak periods, averaging 32 hours per week plus overtime. MUST HOLD VALID CPC Daily Responsibilities. Ensuring the vehicle is equipped with all relevant specialist equipment required for the days operation. Taking goods in and out of storage. Lifting and moving loads in excess of 25kg. Ensuring the highest of standards are met when on site. Responsible for our health and safety and you and your colleagues. Always deliver excellent customer care and service. Complying with all company and health and safety procedures. We are looking for experienced removal packers/porters. You will be going to customers houses, packing and loading household furniture and effects. Looking for polite staff with a knowledge of english speech and writing as paperwork needs to be completed. Some heavy lifting involved and some long days. Work remotely No Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent Pay: £130.00-£140.00 per day Benefits: Free parking Experience: driving/removals: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: 7.5 clean (required) Work Location: In person TPBN1_UKTJ

At the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), were reimagining what public transport can be - reliable, affordable, sustainable and centred on people. Bus reform is one of the most significant projects weve ever undertaken. Its a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reshape the way our region travels, creating a network that works better for passengers, operators and communities alike. To make this happen, were bringing together expertise in operations, finance, and innovation to build a commercial model thats ambitious, resilient and future-focused. Were now looking for a Head of Commercial Activity to lead this work and help define the commercial direction of bus reform across the West Midlands. As Head of Commercial Activity, youll be responsible for designing and delivering the commercial frameworks that underpin the success of bus reform. Youll lead the creation of strategies that balance financial sustainability, passenger benefit and operator partnership, ensuring the regions transport ambitions are supported by a strong commercial foundation. What you will be doing. Develop and implement a long-term commercial strategy that supports the delivery of bus reform and WMCAs wider transport objectives. Design and oversee commercial models for franchised and enhanced partnership arrangements. Identify and realise new commercial and revenue opportunities across the transport network. Lead the development of advertising, sponsorship and partnership opportunities to maximise the value of WMCAs assets. Oversee the commercial management of contracts, agreements and intellectual property. Provide high-level commercial advice and insight to senior leaders, elected members and stakeholders. Use data and market intelligence to shape strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement. Lead, develop and inspire a team to deliver high-quality, commercially focused outcomes. Collaborate with internal colleagues, bus operators, government partners and local authorities to ensure effective and inclusive delivery. This is a senior role that combines strategic leadership with hands-on commercial delivery - shaping the future of one of the UKs most ambitious transport reforms. Whats essential. Youre an experienced commercial strategist and leader who can see both the bigger picture and the operational detail. You know how to turn complex challenges into achievable plans and how to build partnerships that deliver long-term value. You will bring: Substantial experience of developing and delivering commercial strategies within complex or multi-stakeholder environments. A proven record of identifying, structuring and executing commercial opportunities that drive growth and efficiency. Experience in contract management, intellectual property, and commercial negotiations. Strong analytical, financial and problem-solving skills with a focus on value for money and innovation. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively in a politically led organisation. A collaborative and inclusive leadership style that empowers others and builds capability. Adaptability and resilience in leading through change and ambiguity. Educated to degree level or with equivalent professional experience. Experience in the transport, infrastructure or regulated sectors would be advantageous, as would an understanding of public transport strategy and delivery models. Location. The location for this role is Summer lane with at least 2 days a week spent in the office. How to apply . Applying for a role with WMCA is straightforward. Follow these steps to get started. Create your Careers Account. Register with your name, email address, and a password. Build your Profile. Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details. Write your Supporting Statement. Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria. Submit your application. Do one final check and once complete, click submit. Anonymised Applications. Your uploaded CV wont be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting . Be thorough in each section. Its your chance to showcase your skills and experience. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone from using AI to help write application content. Used right, it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting. For help on how to write a supporting statement, please visit the FAQs section of our careers site. Reasonable adjustments. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (). Salary and benefits. We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Local Government Pension Scheme ( one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK ). Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs). 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days. EV car benefit scheme Healthcare plans. Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice. An option to buy a bicycle , including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate. 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer . Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA. Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts. Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses. For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site. Why join WMCA? WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home. We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day. Creating an inclusive workplace. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. Were a Disability Confident Employer with Leader status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould. We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying Right to Work in the UK Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). TPBN1_UKTJ

Ready to shape the future of the West Midlands? Join us as a Procurement Business Partner at the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and help deliver an ambitious, solutions-focused procurement service that drives real impact across our region. This is your opportunity to be part of a double National Award-winning Procurement Department, celebrated for innovation and excellence. Were leading the way in delivering the Mayors vision for jobs, homes, sustainable travel, and inclusive growth. From transforming public transport, including the landmark move to a franchised bus service in May 2025, to pioneering projects in Digital & Data, Net Zero, and the Social Economy, youll work on diverse, high-profile categories that make a tangible difference to communities across the West Midlands. Were recruiting two Procurement Business Partners to join our growing team: One permanent role One two-year fixed-term contract What you will be doing. Act as a senior point of contact for specified business leadership teams and external stakeholders, and lead on various initiatives to achieve the strategic and operational procurement aims of the WMCA. Key in developing the procurement strategy for the directorate. Provide a strategic thinking, adaptability and flexibility of approach to lead and support within the specialism of procurement to maximise commercial, partnership and enabling opportunities that inform and establish a culture of excellence. Lead and manage the Senior Procurement Leads helping them to ensure their development needs and those of their teams are met and that their potential is realised. Ensure compliance, with relevant legislation PCR 2015, Government Procurement Agreement (GPA), WMCA constitution and procurement policies and procedures manual. Deliver the Procurement Savings and Efficiency targets. Represent the WMCA at monthly stakeholder briefings, providing advice and direction to peers at local authorities. Lead on engaging and identifying future pipeline and tendering requirements. Liaise regularly with the Stakeholder, Procurement, Finance and Legal departments to ensure that project delivery runs to time, cost and is compliant. Ensures Value for Money and follows the appropriate governance processes for dealing with any financial activities. Manage and develop plans to enable the example team to understand and achieve key milestones. Strive for continuous improvement within the designated service areas and benchmark performance against local and national expectations. Research best practice, and implement amendments where required, to enable the WMCA procurement practices to remain market aligned. Oversee tendering and award compliance. Provide accurate and up to date monthly progress reports to the Head of Procurement. Write detailed reports, effectively capturing all required updates. Whats essential. Experience of managing a team. Demonstrable commercial outlook. Commercial/Procurement experience, demonstrating the ability to develop procurement strategies (using appropriate tools and techniques). Previous experience working with Public Procurement Regulations. Ability to build credibility with key stakeholders and obtain their buy in. Able to effectively present information, proposals and ideas whilst engaging the audience and clearly communicating the benefits of change. Ability to communicate and negotiate with third parties, external stakeholders and others with a relationship with WMCA to ensure the optimum outcome. Track record of ability to deliver against targets. Proficient in using Microsoft Office, Outlook and similar systems. Report writing skills, presenting, commercial analysis and negotiating skills. Communication skills along with the confidence to interface with senior colleagues and stakeholders internal and external. Knowledge of relevant legislative frameworks. (PCR2015, PA2023 etc). Location. The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, B19 3SD with at least 2 days a week spent in the office. How to apply. Applying for a role with WMCA is straight forward. Follow these steps to get started. Create your Careers Account. Register with your name, email address, and a password. Build your Profile. Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details. Write your Supporting Statement. Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria. Submit your application. Do one final check and once complete, click submit. Anonymised Applications. Your uploaded CV wont be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting. Be thorough in each section. its your chance to showcase your skills and experience. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone from using AI help write application content. Used right, it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting. For help on how to write a supporting statement, please visit the FAQs section of our careers site. Reasonable adjustments. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (). Salary and benefits. We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Local Government Pension Scheme ( one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK ). 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) EV car benefit scheme Ethical saving options and healthcare plans. Discounted gym membership, will writing and mortgage advice. An option to buy a bicycle , including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate. 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer . Interest free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site. Why join WMCA? WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home. We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day. Creating an inclusive workplace. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. Were a Disability Confident Employer with Leader status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould. We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying Right to Work in the UK Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). TPBN1_UKTJ

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Department: Academic/Bath Spa University (BSU), University of Suffolk (UoS), Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU), Oxford Brooks University (OBU) and/or Pearson partnerships Location: Birmingham (On-Site) Salary: 51,000 Type of Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week) Our Vision: Changing lives through education. The role: We are currently seeking full-time Study Skills Lecturers who will work in close collaboration with subject lecturers to develop and teach study skills within the curriculum across a range of HE programmes from Foundation to Masters Level as part of our BSU, UoS and OBU partnerships. This includes for example, improving English language and numeracy, organisational and presentation skills, digital literacy and basic IT skills, reading, writing and higher order research skills. Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends. Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. What you'll be doing: • Designing/documenting bespoke courses, digital resources, workshop plans and individual schemes of work as required to develop study skills in the curricula, • Delivering/evaluating teaching and identifying areas for potential improvement to enhance the quality of teaching, learning and overall student experience in accordance with the GBSs Learning and Teaching strategy, • Providing feedback on individual and class progress in their understanding of academic writing and other relevant study skills, • Providing tutorial consultations with students, constructive comments individual to each student's need, explaining where work fails to meet assessment criteria and suggesting ways to improve their work / working practices, • Recording details from these appointments for statistical, evaluation and quality purposes, and to refer students to other services as appropriate, • Effectively engaging with VLE and research resources and facilitate students learning by means of engagement with online resources and activities., • You will hold a Master's degree in relevant subject area (PhD desirable), • You will have previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area, • You will have successful track record of teaching adult learners from diverse backgrounds on HE programmes, • You will have proven experience of providing individual and group study skills support in response to identified learning needs, • You will be willing to lead a specific area of literacy development, such as reading, writing, critical thinking, numeracy, digital skills, research skills (quantitative or qualitative), project and dissertation support, peer-assisted learning;, • Expertise in digital educational resources development, course design and curriculum development, • DELTA qualification, • 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holiday, • 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days, • Workplace pension scheme, • Tuition reimbursement for career development courses, • Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme and much more, • Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more, • Reward and recognition programme, • 500 award employee referral scheme John Traichaisit, Consultant Lecturer GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.

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