Total 523 Manager job vacancies in Basildon, Essex, SS14 3HZ

An exciting opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager to join the dedicated team at Grangewater Ward - Assessment Unit based within Basildon Mental Health Unit.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Band 5 to act up for 6 months

Grangewater Ward is a fast paced assessment environment. Patients are admitted here for initial assessment with either a discharge plan/date set or continuing treatment bed need identified. The environment offers an opportunity to work collaboratively with our MDT and gain a wealth of experience supporting patients with a wide variety of complex mental health needs.

MAIN DUTIES
• Responsible for the clinical leadership of a team of nurses in an Acute setting.
• Responsible for the assessment implementation and evaluation of care plans for individual service users.
• Work as a key worker advising and supporting colleagues as required
• To assist the Ward Manager in setting and maintaining high standards of care and evaluating quality outcomes.
• Participate in a range of assessments provided during 24 hour period.
• To take charge of the unit in the absence of the person with continuing responsibility, this includes the role of bed manager for the unit.
• To teach and supervise the team, including qualified, non-qualified and learners.
• Maintain good standards of communication, both oral and written, in accordance with NMC guidelines.
• Responsible for reporting to the Team Manager (or nominated deputy) any circumstances that may affect the delivery of care and / or efficient running of the ward.
• Ensure all staff adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer

The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
• Assist the Team Manager in the day to day operation of the clinical area, and the development of the team.
• Ensure that the environment is clean, pleasant and comfortable and suitable for its use at all times, taking action as appropriate to ensure high standards are maintained. Adhering to Infection Control and PEAT requirement.
• Assist in the management of human resources, by preparing duty rotas, planning annual leave, study leave, mandatory courses and monitor sickness and absence in accordance with policy. This is to ensure that the clinical area is adequately and appropriately staffed at all times in order to meet the changing demands of the service. Provide statistical information as required.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification

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This advert closes on Thursday 21 Nov 2024

Assist the Team Manager in the day to day operation of the clinical area, and the development of the team. Ensure that the environment is clean, pleasant and comfortable and suitable for its use at all times, taking action as appropriate to ensure high standards are maintained. Adhering to Infection Control and PEAT requirement. Assist in the management of human resources, by preparing duty rotas, planning annual leave, study leave, mandatory courses and monitor sickness and absence in accordance with policy. This is to ensure that the clinical area is adequately and appropriately staffed at all times in order to meet the changing demands of the service. Provide statistical information as required. Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification .

Job Opportunity: Team Leader
Location: Harlow
Salary: £12.50 - £14.00 per hour (DOE)

We're recruiting a Team Leader for a center specialising in independent parenting assessments, supporting families to thrive. Established in 2017, this reputable center provides 12-week residential assessments, overseen by qualified social workers and dedicated family support staff. As Team Leader, you'll manage and support a team to deliver outstanding, person-centered care and guidance, ensuring family wellbeing and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead team shifts, oversee family activities, and provide wellbeing support.
• Ensure family assessments and documentation (placement plans, reports, chronologies) are accurately maintained.
• Liaise with social workers, attend meetings, and supervise night staff.
• Conduct medication audits, health & safety checks, and incident reporting.
• Partake in on-call rota and maintain OFSTED notifications as required.

Requirements

• Resilient, motivated, and adaptable with strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in family support, social care, or similar fields.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• IT literate, with the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Flexible and willing to work shifts.
• Full UK driving license and business insurance for your vehicle (required).
• Experience: 1 year of Team Leader work (required).
• Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
• DBS certification (preferred).
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and support both staff and residents.

Apply today to make a meaningful impact on families in a supportive environment.

Are you a Registered Manager with experience in challenging behaviour and positive behaviour support, looking to lead an established Learning Disability and Autism service?

If so, join Asher House, a service providing support for men and women who may be living with moderate learning disabilities with associated health needs autism and behaviours which, due to their diagnosis may be seen as challenging.

In this role, you will have overall leadership and management of the service, developing close working relationships with the experienced and established teams, and other external stakeholders and be responsible for the delivery of excellent care and operational performance, whilst continuing to develop commercial opportunities with purchasers and referrers.

As a Registered Manager, you will be:

• Ensuring adherence to the CQC standards and regulations
• Ensuring both quality and financial targets are met, and facilitating the development of quality healthcare services, ensuring that they respond to the changing needs of clients, and also reflect market trends and evidence-based practice.
• As a member of the management team, you will contribute to the strategic development of the care home, ensuring adherence to Elysium’s objectives and business plan.
• Promoting and enhancing Elysium Healthcare’s reputation for high-quality outcomes for clients.
• Understanding and responding to the specific needs of individuals with Autistic Spectrum Disorder
• Participating in contract reviews and represent the organisation in respect of service delivery
• Leading the supervision and annual review process within Elysium Care Partnerships for your team

*There is an on-call rota aspect to this role.

To be successful as Registered Manager, you will need:

• Experience with Challenging Behaviour and Positive Behaviour Support (essential)
• Must be a Registered Nurse
• An excellent track record in a management role within the social or healthcare sector (essential), together with;
• Strong commercial acumen, to support successful service delivery and development, people management, budget control, business development, and revenue generation
• An inclusive and supportive management style balanced with strong leadership is a critical factor in the success of this role, to provide direction and implement change
• Experience in working with external agencies such as CQC, Safeguarding, CCGs etc
• A commitment to a person-centred approach to deliver high-quality services to enable people to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives

Where you will be working:

Location: Asher House, Third Avenue, Walton On The Naze, CO14 8JU

Asher House consists of six bespoke, single-person apartments within a registered care setting with 24-hour nursing support.

Asher House provides a robust environment and high-intensity care model which is designed to support people who have a Learning Disability & Autism with highly complex needs and behaviours. This includes service users who may be stepping down from the hospital or whose community placements have broken down.

What you will get:

• Annual salary of £50,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – (inc Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off!
• Free meals and parking
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
• Pension contribution to secure your future.
• Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
• Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.

There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.

About your next employer:

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Children's Home Manager

Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Children's Home Manager in Witham.

As the Residential Children's Home Manager, your primary responsibility is to oversee the

effective operation and management of our residential children's home, prioritising the

needs of vulnerable children and young people.

Main Responsibilities

As a Children's Home Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Overall Management: Responsible for the overall management and smooth running of the residential children's home, ensuring that it operates in line with regulatory standards, organisational policies, and best practices.
• Staff Leadership and Supervision: Lead and supervise a team of residential support workers, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and equipped to provide high-quality care and support to children and young people in the home.
• Care Planning and Implementation: Develop and implement individual care plans for each child or young person in the home in consultation with relevant stakeholders such as social workers, parents, and guardians. Ensure that care plans are regularly reviewed and updated to meet changing needs.
• Safeguarding and Child Protection: Maintain a safe and secure home environment for children and young people, always adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures. Act promptly and appropriately to address any safeguarding concerns or incidents that may arise

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS
• Experience in a similar role
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services; or equivalent; or preparedness to work towards the same
• 5 years of experience working with children in a residential care environment in the last five years and at least one year as a registered manager.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:

• A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
• Excellent rates of pay

If you are interested in the Children's Home Manager role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email emma.petricco@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed!

Please see attached a full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities. We look forward to your application.

Landscaping Team Leader

Location: Wickford, Essex

Salary/hourly rate: £13.25ph

Contract type: Permanent

Working hours: Full time, 40 hours per week - 7:00am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday

About the role

As a Landscaping Team Leader, you will get the chance to supervise a small team working on various andscaping contracts within our construction area. This could be anything from a new build, front lawn, rear garden, or public open space. This is a great opportunity to develop your leadership skills, learn more and provide high quality work for numerous exciting contracts.

Requirements

• Prior experience in landscaping, include planting, turfing, mulching, tree planting and various other landscaping activitie
• Previous experience as a Landscape Team Leader
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A full valid UK driving licence.
• A strong health and safety mindset. CSCS card is essential

Why join us?

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

• Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• Company van available during working hours - (don't include in ad but van is only for Team Leader - Op will go with Team Leader in the van)
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
• Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
• Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.

#GW

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Passionate Room Leader Wanted at Chestnut House Kindergarten!

Room Leader | Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week

Salary: £26,499.20 per annum

Level 3 Childcare Qualification essential

Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we’d love to meet you!

At Chestnut House Kindergarten we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team. In this role, you’ll lead a team staff members to create a nurturing, inspiring environment for our children and families children each day, bringing our ethos and curriculum to life.

You'll also collaborate closely with our other rooms to ensure smooth transitions and a seamless experience for all children in our care.

If you're passionate about early years education and eager to make a difference, come and be part of something special at Chestnut House Kindergarten.

Our nursery is open from 7.30am - 18:00pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times.

Room Leader duties and responsibilities*:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development
• Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development
• Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality
• Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency
• Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff
• Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times
• Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met

*Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added.

Room Leader requirement and skills:

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential
• Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential
• Over 6 months’ experience working in a senior position - Desirable
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential
• Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential

We’re a family by name, and we’re a family by nature too. We are defined in many different ways, by many different people. Different cultures. Different ideas. Different ages, genders and skillsets. Whilst every individual will have their own definition of family, these definitions all come together to show Family First for who we are.

We are: Defined by Family

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Chestnut House Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Benefits

Family First benefits include annual leave starting at 24 days on top of a paid birthday day off and bank holidays. On top of this we have discounted nursery fees for all our teams, friends and family, access to a discount/perks platform with exceptional learning & development opportunities tailored to you.

*All perks are pro-rota for part time staff and subject to successful completion of probationary period. These perks may be subject to further conditions and can be withdrawn or reviewed at the discretion of the company.

Vacancy Reference: MK45 1AJ

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Registered Care Home Manager
Location: E4, East London
Salary: £45,500 per annum + benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00)

Our client, a reputable care provider, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Care Home Manager to manage a residential care home in E4, East London, offering specialist care for the elderly and individuals living with dementia. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate professional to lead a team and deliver high-quality care in a home registered for 36 service users.

The home has had a 'Good' CQC rating. As Manager you will be directly involved in the day-to-day running of the floor and office of the service so that the unit meets the requirements of the Health and Social Care Act and associated regulations.

Key Responsibilities:
As the Registered Care Home Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the care home, ensuring the service meets the highest standards of care and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Ensuring Safety:

• Protect service users from avoidable harm and abuse.
• Manage risks associated with mobility, behaviour, and hygiene.
• Ensure timely assistance and care to service users.
• Oversee medication administration and accurate record-keeping.
• Complete safety checks, including fire and health & safety measures.
• Manage the DoLS process, including authorizations and mental capacity assessments.

Promoting Effectiveness:

• Assess and monitor nutritional needs and access to healthcare services.
• Provide mentoring and supervision to care staff, ensuring they have the skills needed for their roles.
• Organize access to healthcare services and provide ongoing support.

Fostering a Caring Environment:

• Ensure service users and their families are involved in decisions about their care.
• Promote dignity and respect, building positive relationships between care staff and service users.

Responsiveness to Service Users:

• Regularly assess and update care plans to meet changing needs.
• Actively listen to service users' concerns and experiences to drive improvement.
• Ensure care is personalized and responsive to individual needs.

Leadership and Management:

• Lead regular staff and service user meetings, ensuring all feedback is actioned.
• Foster a positive, open culture within the home.
• Manage staff recruitment and training, ensuring a well-supported and motivated care team.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 5, RMA, RMN, or QCF (completed or enrolled).
• Experience: Proven track record as a registered manager or deputy manager within a residential care setting, preferably specializing in elderly and dementia care.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of CQC regulations and health & social care standards.
• Skills: Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage both operational and administrative aspects of the home.

Benefits:

• Annual performance-related bonus
• CQC "Good" or "Outstanding" rating bonus
• £250 referral bonus for each successful candidate referred
• Assistance with public transport and accommodation costs (subject to eligibility)
• 28 days paid holiday
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Pension contributions via NEST

How to Apply:
If you are a dedicated care professional looking for a rewarding leadership role in a well-established care home, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our client's team and make a real difference in the lives of the elderly and those living with dementia.

Opticians vacancies and Dispensing Optician Manager jobs based in Rochford, Essex. Zest Optical recruitment are working with an independent Opticians in Rochford to hire a full time Dispensing Optician Manager.

A successful independent Opticians based in Rochford, Essex are looking for a full time Dispensing Optician Manager to lead the team.

Dispensing Optician Manager - Role

• Community based independent
• Village feel location
• Mixed patient base
• Range of frames to suit every budget
• Rodenstock lenses
• Focus on quality and customer service
• Leading a team of 2-3 people
• Stock management
• Complex dispensing
• Problem solving
• Input into business decisions - stock selection for example
• Support and development opportunities
• Full time to include Saturdays (1 in 4 off)
• Typical working hours from 9am to 5.30pm (5pm on a Sat)
• Basic salary between £30,000 to £38,000 depending on experience
• Bonus scheme - 8%
• Free parking close by

Dispensing Optician Manager - Requirements

• Fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC
• Leadership or supervisory experience ideally but will also also consider someone taking the first step into management
• Looking for a career not just a job
• Passionate about eyewear
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Team player
• Attention to detail

To avoid missing out on this amazing opportunity please send a copy of your CV or call 01142381726 for more information.

Senior Merchandise Manager, based Waltham Abbey (Hybrid role). Salary c£60-65k k p.a. + many benefits.
A key role in our commercial team helping to shape and deliver the strategy, sales and profitability of the department, working closely with our Buyers to build great range and trade plans and leading a team of merchandisers in the day to day activities.


The Benefits

In return for your skills and experience as a Senior Merchandise Manager, we offer you the following:


Competitive salary of c £60-65k p.a. (depending on experience)
Generous 50% colleague discount on Jollyes products and discounts on additional services (e.g. dog grooming, community pet clinic)
‘Treats’ Employee Reward Scheme (discounts and cash back on hundreds of retailers and service providers)
‘We Care’ Employee Assistance Programme (discounts and cash back on various medical & mental health services)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Additional paid leave for your wedding or civil partnership, new pet’s 1st day, long service and your birthday off!
Cycle2Work scheme – up to 47% off a new bike and accessories with Halfords
Retail Trust membership for lots of wellbeing, financial and counselling support


Further benefits on completion of probationary period:


Critical Illness & Life Assurance schemes
Private Medical Insurance
Company pension scheme



The Role – Senior Merchandise Manager
This role sits within our Commercial team, reporting in to the Head of Merchandising and leading and developing a team of merchandisers. You’ll be shaping and delivering the department strategy to align with business plans, managing the sales and profitability of the department to deliver against all KPI’s and working collaboratively with the Buying team to build great range and trade plans for our customers.

A full job description is available on request, but to summarise your key responsibilities as a Senior Merchandise Manager:


Shape & deliver department strategy to align with business plans, presenting all key financials to senior leadership team and building departmental budgets & phasing
Managing & forecasting departmental WSSI, addressing gaps between forecast & budget, highlighting risks and opportunities and managing KPIs
Overseeing Monday trade reporting and ensuring next steps are actioned in response to trading conditions
Develop and lead a high performing team, contributing to regular reviews capturing learnings & opportunities
Support the role out of new systems & processes to drive continuous improvement in the category
Working collaboratively with our buying team to build ranges that meet customer needs, maximising sales and profit density and identifying opportunities
Ensuring pricing is managed within agreed timescales, adhering to pricing policies
Ensure all systems & trackers are accurately maintained by the team
Work collaboratively with supply chain to achieve stock and availability targets, ensure intake & allocation plans are aligned to deliver the trade plan & manage clearance of terminal stock within budget
Monitoring critical path and escalate and resolve risks and opportunities
Creating exit plans to clear stock in line with agreed guidelines while optimising availability



The Skills – Job title


To be successful in this role, you’ll need the following skills, experience and qualities:


Proven experience in commercial merchandising and category management, including strategy shaping & implementation, range & trade planning, OTB and exit management
Excellent analytical skills with experience of WSSI / forecasting and budget building
Has had success in leading, coaching & developing teams
Effective stakeholder management with the confidence to influence and engage at all levels
Share our values of being: Wise, Focused, Genuine, Eager, Together




About Jollyes – The Pet People

Jollyes are an award-winning UK pet retailer with over 100 stores and 50 years of pet expertise between our paws. Winners of the Pet Industry Federation ‘Best Pet Retailer 2023’, Retail Week award for ‘Best Retailer 2024’ (under £250m t/o), and listed in the Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work’ you really can be sure you’re joining a great brand and employer, trusted by our customers and our colleagues.



To Apply:

If you’re looking for a career with a company who will truly value you and recognize your contribution with some fantastic rewards and benefits, where you can really make a difference, click to apply today!

Respectfully no agencies please

Merchandise Manager, based Waltham Abbey (Hybrid role). Salary c£50-60k p.a. + many benefits.
A key role in our commercial team helping to shape and deliver the strategy, sales and profitability of the department, working closely with our Buyers to build great range and trade plans and leading a team of merchandisers in the day to day activities.


The Benefits

In return for your skills and experience as a Merchandise Manager, we offer you the following:


Competitive salary of c £50-60k p.a. (depending on experience)
Generous 50% colleague discount on Jollyes products and discounts on additional services (e.g. dog grooming, community pet clinic)
‘Treats’ Employee Reward Scheme (discounts and cash back on hundreds of retailers and service providers)
‘We Care’ Employee Assistance Programme (discounts and cash back on various medical & mental health services)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Additional paid leave for your wedding or civil partnership, new pet’s 1st day, long service and your birthday off!
Cycle2Work scheme – up to 47% off a new bike and accessories with Halfords
Retail Trust membership for lots of wellbeing, financial and counselling support


Further benefits on completion of probationary period:


Critical Illness & Life Assurance schemes
Private Medical Insurance
Company pension scheme



The Role – Merchandise Manager
This role sits within our Commercial team, reporting in to the Head of Merchandising and leading and developing a team of merchandisers. You’ll be shaping and delivering the department strategy to align with business plans, managing the sales and profitability of the department to deliver against all KPI’s and working collaboratively with the Buying team to build great range and trade plans for our customers.

A full job description is available on request, but to summarise your key responsibilities as a Senior Merchandise Manager:


Shape & deliver department strategy to align with business plans, presenting all key financials to senior leadership team and building departmental budgets & phasing
Managing & forecasting departmental WSSI, addressing gaps between forecast & budget, highlighting risks and opportunities and managing KPIs
Overseeing Monday trade reporting and ensuring next steps are actioned in response to trading conditions
Develop and lead a high performing team, contributing to regular reviews capturing learnings & opportunities
Support the role out of new systems & processes to drive continuous improvement in the category
Working collaboratively with our buying team to build ranges that meet customer needs, maximising sales and profit density and identifying opportunities
Ensuring pricing is managed within agreed timescales, adhering to pricing policies
Ensure all systems & trackers are accurately maintained by the team
Work collaboratively with supply chain to achieve stock and availability targets, ensure intake & allocation plans are aligned to deliver the trade plan & manage clearance of terminal stock within budget
Monitoring critical path and escalate and resolve risks and opportunities
Creating exit plans to clear stock in line with agreed guidelines while optimising availability



The Skills – Merchandise Manager


To be successful in this role, you’ll need the following skills, experience and qualities:


Proven experience in commercial merchandising and category management, including strategy shaping & implementation, range & trade planning, OTB and exit management
Excellent analytical skills with experience of WSSI / forecasting and budget building
Has had success in leading, coaching & developing teams
Effective stakeholder management with the confidence to influence and engage at all levels
Share our values of being: Wise, Focused, Genuine, Eager, Together




About Jollyes – The Pet People

Jollyes are an award-winning UK pet retailer with over 100 stores and 50 years of pet expertise between our paws. Winners of the Pet Industry Federation ‘Best Pet Retailer 2023’, Retail Week award for ‘Best Retailer 2024’ (under £250m t/o), and listed in the Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work’ you really can be sure you’re joining a great brand and employer, trusted by our customers and our colleagues.



To Apply:

If you’re looking for a career with a company who will truly value you and recognize your contribution with some fantastic rewards and benefits, where you can really make a difference, click to apply today!

Respectfully no agencies please

Job Introduction

Store Location: Braintree - George Yard Shopping Centre

Store Hours: 42.5

With a real focus on customer experience and colleague development, our Store Managers are key to driving the success of our stores. As a store manager, you will be responsible for delivering commercial growth and developing a team culture of putting the customer at the heart of everything we do.

Role Responsibility

• You will have overall responsibility for the running of the store, focusing on customer experience, colleague development, and delivering commercial growth in line with our 5-year strategy.
• Putting the customer at the heart of everything we do you will develop a team of colleagues who live and breathe our customer promise and actively seek ways to delight our customers.
• You will coach, train and develop colleagues within your store harnessing their strengths and building on development areas.
• Be proactive in recruiting a team of Assistant Managers, Team Leaders, and Sales Assistants that reflect our values, behaviours with the required skill set to meet our business needs.
• Make commercial decisions around stock availability and merchandising.
• Actively seek contact with key stakeholders to gain a wider understanding of the business
• Providing constructive and beneficial feedback to the store team, District and Regional Managers around store performance and business opportunities to encourage continual growth.

The Ideal Candidate

• You will be as passionate about celebrating our customers’ life moments as we are
• Have previous experience as a store manager within a retail environment working collaboratively with wider stakeholders across the business
• Have experience in leading and developing a team of colleagues
• Be prepared to work towards KPIs in a fast-paced environment

Package Description

Store Location: Braintree - George Yard Shopping Centre

Store Hours: 42.5

With a real focus on customer experience and colleague development, our Store Managers are key to driving the success of our stores. As a store manager, you will be responsible for delivering commercial growth and developing a team culture of putting the customer at the heart of everything we do.

About the Company

Card Factory is the UK’s leading specialist retailer of greetings cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland.  In 2020 we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer.  This strategy sees significant investment into our colleagues across the business creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey. 

In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Benefits

• Pension
• 15% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online
• Save As You Earn scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Support
  • Financial Education Tools
  • Salary Advance
• Seasonal incentive schemes
• Retail Management Apprenticeship Programmes with local providers with access to a virtual internal network for learning together
• Discounted gym membership, mobile phone contracts, and car leasing
• Discounts across 100’s of UK retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave

This is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role describes you and your career aspirations, click apply now.

For any questions email: vacancies@cardfactory.co.uk (we do not accept CVs/Applications via email)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly.

No agencies, please.

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Sportswift Ltd T/A Card Factory

Nationwide

Do you have strong knowledge of compliance and great problem-solving skills? Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of care? Care UK is an awarding winning private care company with over 150 care homes across the United Kingdom. We are seeking an enthusiastic Regulatory Assurance Manager to join our vibrant and dedicated team.

At Care UK, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents and our values of Caring, Passionate and Teamwork are at the heart of all we do. Our success is built on the strength of our people and with a vast network of care homes and a diverse range of support functions, we're on a mission to find exceptional talent to join us on our journey.

The role: Effectively manage a portfolio of homes to provide an up-to-date view of quality and identify risks to Care UK.



Key Responsibilities:


To monitor and analyse information and data from the home to understand and mitigate emerging risk, escalating concerns as appropriate.
To undertake regulatory assessments in line with regulators
To support Care UK and operational colleagues with understanding of relevant legislation and regulations
To provide coaching to operational teams
To work with homes to achieve high standards of assessments, external inspections or complex safeguarding.
To undertake safeguarding and serious case review investigations as required by Head of Regulatory Governance.
To keep updated regarding developments in the Health and Social Care sector regarding regulation and compliance.
To lead on compliance and quality improvement activities required to ensure business objectives are met.
To conduct coaching and training to care home colleagues and wider Care UKas required.




What We're Looking For:


Detailed knowledge and application of relevant legislation and regulatory framework.
Experience of working in a senior regulatory or quality role.
Knowledge of the care sector in particular care home-based services.
Sound understanding of quality improvement & governance.
Willing to travel regularly to our homes




Why Join Care UK?


Be part of a dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to providing outstanding care.
Collaborate with a diverse and talented team in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and contribute to the success of our care homes.




We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us fulfil yours. If you're ready to take your recruitment career to the next level and be a part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you!

SER are currently working alongside a Mental Health Service based in the Basildon, South Essex area who are currently seeking to appoint a Service Manager to join their team on a permanent contract. Therapeutic optimism is at the heart of all the work carried out by this Mental Health Service, believing all clients with mental health needs can achieve and make positive changes to their lives as they move along their pathway of recovery.

Position: South Essex Service Manager
Location: Basildon, South Essex
Contract: Permanent - 37.5hrs per week (Mon – Fri 09:00 – 17:00)
Salary: £38,934 pa
Closing Date: 10th November 2024
Short Listing: 11th November 2024
Interview: Face to Face interviews will take place week of 18th November 2024

About this role:
The Essex Services Manager will be responsible for running the High, Medium and Low Services and delivery of a first-class service in line with the support services offered. The post holder will work as a member of the Senior Management Team working closely with other Operational Managers, the Executive Team, Commissioners and External Strategic and Clinical Partners.

Main Duties:
• Work with the CEO, Head of Operations and Regional Manager in maintaining the high standards connected with strategic planning and development, supervision, delivery and administration of the service;
• Lead on assessment and support plan delivery in line with the Care Programme Approach;
• Promote and develop good practice and best value for the service through leadership and act as a positive role model in relation to personal and professional conduct.
• Develop and maintain links with external agencies in order to ensure effective service for all.
• Develop and manage all aspects of these services within the services good practice policies and guidelines.
• Manage data collection by staff re. Outcomes and Recovery STAR, report writing, policies, planning, budget management as part of the Senior Management Team;
• Flexibility in working hours required in a High, Medium and Low, 7 days a week service.

Essential Requirements:
• Good level of maths and written English
• Experience in supervising/line managing staff with an awareness of good practice in staff supervision or recent completion of an appropriate training programme.
• Good standard of office administrative practices and procedures
• Ability to work with the Multi-Disciplinary Team to identify support needs of service users and ensure that these are communicated to the wider staff team
• Ability to plan, manage and prioritise a high workload to meet deadliness
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral and negotiation skills

Applying for a role with this Service will open the door to joining an organisation that has been awarded, at excellence level, the Healthy Workplace Charter 2019 and retained its Mindful Employer Status for a further two years 2024 – 2026.

This Mental Health Service cares passionately about all aspects of their staff’s working life. This spans from how workers feel about their duties and providing them with meaningful work, giving their employees a voice in accepting and utilising feedback, to their working environment ensuring quality and safety of the physical environments for all, and finally a leadership team with a focus on its people.

If you would like to join this amazing team, please send your CV along with a cover letter.

This post is subject to the requirements of a six-month probationary period and satisfactory pre right to work checks.