What skills and experience we're looking for

Priestnall School is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Assistant Subject Leader of Boys PE to join our supportive and professional team. Your contribution will be vital in promoting our mission of delivering exceptional teaching and learning experiences. A genuine passion for teaching PE, both in the classroom and beyond, is required. This position is perfect for an experienced teacher seeking to take the next step in their career. You will play a key role in guiding curriculum development.

If you would like to join our Laurus family in a rewarding role that changes the lives of our students by empowering them to become the best that they can be then we would love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

Priestnall is situated in Heaton Mersey, a suburb in the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport, bordering the Manchester Local Authority – notably, Burnage. The school serves the communities of the ‘Four Heatons’: Mersey, Chapel, Moor and Norris. Priestnall is a non-selective, non-denominational, ten form entry 11-16 secondary school, there are approximately 1278 students roll. The school is part of the Laurus Trust (September 2023), a multi-academy trust, whose shared vision provides the framework and core values for our secondary schools.

The Class of 2024 have secured themselves the best GCSE grades the school has ever seen. Almost 40% of all grades awarded are at Grade 7 or above – a fabulous achievement – and an incredible 75% of grades are at Grade 5 or above. In both GCSE English and Maths, a superb 64% of grades are Grade 5+, and a mighty 81% are at Grade 4+.

Priestnall is very much a part of the wider community and the partnership between students, staff and parents/carers is vital to the continued success of the school. We endeavour to provide students with the best possible opportunities to succeed and develop a love of learning that will last and that will support them as they take their next steps in life.

We have high expectations of all members of our school community, and we provide opportunities for students to engage with the wider life of the school and, importantly, to develop the qualities, attitudes and habits which will allow them to flourish. At Priestnall School, we place the professional development of staff at the very core of what we do.

Providing high quality learning opportunities – and removing any barriers – is at the centre of what we want to achieve for our students, and we remain committed to ensuring all our students can get the very best out of their time at Priestnall School.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Due to the retirement of our current School Business Manager, we are seeking a dedicated and passionate School Business Manager to join our School. This role is crucial to the strategic development of the school, helping to achieve outstanding educational outcomes for our students by leading efficient and effective business and support services. You will oversee the established business support functions, including the Finance, HR, IT, Admin and Facilities (PFI Contract). As an essential member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a strategic role in shaping our operational framework, leading projects, and fostering a positive environment for both staff and students.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer the successful candidate an opportunity to work with highly trained and supportive staff, as well as a whole school commitment to professional development, since we believe that staff development is a fundamental aspect in raising standards for our students. Our school community is also a highly rewarding place to work.

We are a school that believes that every student, regardless of their context or starting point, can and should achieve their full potential. If you believe that you have the motivation, belief and leadership quality to contribute to our future success, we would welcome an application from you.

A comprehensive programme of CPD and a commitment to wellbeing supports colleagues at all career stages; through the School and the Trust, we provide excellent career opportunities for our staff.

Colleagues seeking a varied, challenging and rewarding career can find this in the Wade Deacon family.

The Wade Deacon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory medical clearance.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Grange Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure.

What skills and experience we're looking for

WPAT is inviting applications for a Headteacher to lead the further development of Kingsway Primary Academy School. We are looking to appoint a committed professional who is an innovative and inspirational leader and highly ambitious for every pupil.

The right candidate will have a natural flair for harnessing team talent and an unwavering commitment to the best possible outcomes and progress for all, regardless of background or ability, to ensure all pupils achieve their full potential in all aspects of their lives.

The successful candidate will bring a strong track record of school improvement and will actively embrace working collaboratively with the Trust, the Local Governing Committee, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), staff, and pupils to develop Kingsway Primary Academy into a truly inspirational and outstanding school.

Please complete the application form below and email to myoung@wpat.uk by midnight on 10 November 2024.

We would also encourage you to have a look around our school by appointment via myoung@wpat.uk

What the school offers its staff

Kingsway joined WPAT in December 2020, when it was known as Simms Cross Primary School. The school consists of classes from Nursery through to Year 6, as well as four thriving Autistic Spectrum Disorder resource bases run on behalf of Halton Borough Council. Since academy conversion, the school has significantly improved in all areas. The quality of education that pupils receive has been transformed to capitalise on pupils’ interests, from our inspiring Nursery to building resilience and unlocking potential for a smooth transition to secondary school at Year 6. Our learning environments have been substantially renovated, and we have invested in our estate to make the school a welcoming, vibrant, and stimulating learning environment where curiosity and creativity thrive. The entire school community and Trust were delighted with the most recent Ofsted inspection, when Kingsway Primary Academy was graded as ‘Good’ in all areas (September 2023). You will be joining our Trust at an exciting part of our journey, where we continue to build on the incredible work in Kingsway and further enhance the capacity and capabilities of our Trust, including opportunities to influence to the teaching profession more widely through WPAT’s Generate Teaching Hub, based at the Kingsway site. As well as a dedicated and passionate staff cohort at Kingsway Primary Academy, you will contribute to and be supported by WPATs central services and network groups, through system leadership of excellence, to empower our school communities. This post will be an extremely rewarding experience for the right candidate. You will influence change across the Trust and its growing community of schools through our wonderful pupils, dedicated and talented staff, a supportive Local Governing Committee and an array of opportunities across the wider WPAT schools and Generate Teaching Hub.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Description

An opportunity to join our family where work is a pleasure.

Location: With unparalleled views of England's oldest working racecourse, the contemporary 85-bedroom ABode Chester is located in the heart of the city and has a modern, stylish and sophisticated design, making it a joy to work in.
Send us a Whatsapp message with FAMILYFIRST to +44 7782 822774 to find out more, chat to us and apply (or apply the normal way, whichever works best for you!)

Hours: Full time or part time – We are flexible and want work to fit your plans too, so let us know what you are looking for

Role: As part or our team, we welcome your passion, natural warmth and humour to ensure our guests have an amazing experience every time. We’re seeking friendly, warm and cheerful individuals who are happy to work together as a team and, importantly, want to have fun. What matters most to us is that you have a positive and engaging personality, you are self-motivated and enjoy the buzz and excitement of a busy hotel atmosphere.

To say thank you, we have many perks:

• Competitive pay – We are proud that everyone who joins our family gets rewarded a rate of pay above the National Living Wage, irrespective of age, plus you get tips on top.
• Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail and hospitality perks through our Perkbox platform.
• Excellent discounts across our family of hotels – you will be entitled to 25% off food & beverage in our hotels plus we offer an amazing staff rate of £25 B&B per person across the group & your friends and family get special rates too.
• We understand it’s OK not to be OK, so we offer an externally run confidential helpline for any support you require about anything you might need as part of our Employee Assistance Programme.
• We sustain you physically too, meals when you are on duty are free.
• Everyone can learn and develop - our ‘Family First’ development pathways are unique to us and are the best in the business.
• We provide lots of opportunity to progress and move up – we have made hundreds of internal promotions, including to General Manager level.
• We like to say a special thank you for every year you are with us - our milestone awards include Champagne, afternoon tea, or dinner for you and someone special. When you reach the big milestones, you receive extra special gifts on top like longer hotel stays, extra days off and a unique gift especially chosen for you

About our family of hotels

We bring a family of hotels together under one roof, ready to welcome guests with open arms, warm hearts and experiences that are simply memorable.

Each of our hotels are unique, individual, and quirky in personality. Quality is fundamental to everything we do, and it is the simple things that matter. We believe everyone should feel included, special and welcome, and that applies to our team and our guests.

We have very unique hotels in very special locations, from the award winning Gidleigh Park in Devon, the 900-year-old Amberley Castle to our cool city centre Abode Manchester set in a 19th century textile factory, two minutes from Piccadilly train station – to see the whole group, take a look here www.brownswordhotels.co.uk

One click apply to become part of our family that works hard & plays hard too, inspires and supports each other and has a load of fun along the way.

Performance Measures:

• Proficient in knowledge and use of SFG20
• Ability to generate labour loading from asset lists, commercial modelling and engineering delivery plan
• Familiarity with BIM advantageous
• Commercial risk reviews and generation of risk register
• Managing Annual price increase process
• Preparing enquiry and subcontract documents
• Subcontract negotiation
• Take off and forming of bills of quantities
• Analysing subcontract tenders
• Estimating
• Change Management, ensuring that timely notices, cost assessments etc. are provided in accordance with the subcontract conditions
• Quotations for additional works
• Application for payment
• Subcontract payments
• Claims production and management
• Final accounts
• Project co-ordination reporting
• Production and efficiency analysis

Qualifications, role specific Knowledge & Skills

Essential:

• Experience as a quantity surveyor or commercial management in the FM, utility and/or construction industry or similar
• Working knowledge of SFG20, labour loading, development of PPMs and optimised delivery planning
• HNC/HND/Degree in commercial management or quantity surveying
• Thorough knowledge of forms of contract including NEC, JCT
• Experience working for a main contractor, preferable.

Desirable:

• Experience of working in high security sites
• Experience of BIM

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

AKD seek a motivated, and dynamic Regional Manager/BDM (Electrical Biased) to join our nationwide family.

As the Cheshire Regional Manager, you will lead the commercial responsibilities within your dynamic team. Your objective will be to ensure the efficient management and effective utilization of commercial resources, delivering profitable performance in line with the Regional Business Plan.

Key Responsibilities:
Work collaboratively with the Company Directors to develop and manage the regional business plan.
Recruit, train, and effectively deploy commercial & electrical installation staff.
Developing and implementing strategic sales plans that expand the company’s customer base and solidify its presence.
Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities for the company.
Maximize financial returns on projects through strategic management.
Identify and mitigate commercial risks, developing solutions as needed.
Review and negotiate terms and conditions of contracts/subcontracts pre and post tender award.
Monitor Business Unit costs to remain within budget constraints.
Define the commercial parameters of contracts accurately.
Maintain healthy cash flow within the Business Unit.
Support estimating and bidding processes with commercial and contractual expertise.
Contribute to the commercial requirements of pre-qualification and tender documents.
Promote best practices and continuous improvement in all commercial processes.
Serve as a visible commercial contact for client senior management and respond to issues as they arise.
Ensure thorough tender handovers so that pricing strategies, risks, and opportunities are communicated effectively to the project team.
Aid in the development and management of the Business Unit’s forecasts and Business Plan.
Undertake other tasks as directed by the Directors.

Requirements:
Proven experience in a lead management role (Commercial Manager, Senior Contracts Manager or Principal Duty Holder) within an electrical environment.
Relevant qualification(s).
Experience managing electrical projects in a contracting/end user environment.
Experience with Trimble estimating software or similar (Not Essential).
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the AKD family.

What we Offer:
Hybrid Working from our Cheshire Office
Company Car or Car Allowance
Private Healthcare
32 Days Holiday
Company Pension
Flexibility
Opportunities for career progression

About the Role
Are you a sales or customer-service superstar? Have experience in rapport building and a talent in communicating to the highest standard?

Our Owner Accounts Management Team have the opportunity for our newest team of Account Manager's to join our ranks, maintaining the very best relationships with over 200 Owner Accounts across the Sykes Holiday Cottages portfolio.

Joining this sales-focused position, you can make the most of our generous commission scheme with potential to earn £200 per month on top of your monthly salary as well as welcoming you into a vibrant, inclusive work culture, with some fantastic career progression opportunities and some standout company benefits!

Please note: Applicants must be ready to start employment on 01st Feb 2025

• Paying a salary of up to £25,000 (OTE potential of £27,400 per annum) plus OTE of up to £200 pcm
• Working hours cover 5 days out of 7, 9am-5.30pm or 10.30am-7pm
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Plus an additional day off for your Birthday
• Plus an additional two volunteering days per year
• A flexible hybrid-working policy, with a min two days a week from our Chester head office
Plus much more!!

Joining a leading name in holiday industry, you will use your talent in communication, negotiation and rapport building to nurture and uphold relationships with our valued Property Owners

Managing up to 200 Owner accounts, you will be integral in fostering strong relationships with Property Owners, and driving revenue growth by uncovering each Owners needs and providing tailored solutions to enhance their experience with Sykes. With similar experience working closely with clients or customers, this position provides the ideal opportunity for those with a passion for sales, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to manage a large portfolio of accounts effectively.

If you are looking for your next career challenge? eager to become a part of a driven and vibrant team? or gain valuable experience as part of our ambitious team? we welcome you to take your next step now!

Your Responsibilities
Reporting into our Owner Success Manager, our newest Account Managers will be responsible for:
• Account Management: Develop and nurture relationships with up to 200 property owners, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions to enhance their experience with Sykes.
• Revenue Generation: Proactively identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell additional services, maximizing revenue potential for each property. Consistently achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Client Support: Serve as the main point of contact for property owners, addressing inquiries, resolving issues promptly, and providing expert guidance.
• Data Management & Reporting: Maintain comprehensive records of client interactions, sales activities, and account statuses. Generate detailed reports on account performance and provide insights for future growth.
• Collaboration: Work closely with sales, marketing, and operational teams to develop and implement strategies that drive account growth and customer satisfaction.
• Market Insight: Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities, leveraging this knowledge to identify new opportunities and maintain a competitive edge.

Skills and Qualifications
It is just as much about personality as it is about skills for us!

Whilst experience in a similar role is advantageous, we will provide full training from our dedicated team to ensure you succeed and support you every step of the way as your build your confidence and career as part our team!

Alongside professionalism, self-motivation and organisation, resilience is key to this role and we are seeking individuals who demonstrate an ability to think on their feet whilst remaining calm and empathetic when engaging with our valued customers and owners, ensuring a positive and supportive experience in all interactions.

To be successful within our team, we are looking for:
• Proven experience in account management, sales, or customer service, preferably within the holiday rental or hospitality industry
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong ability to build and maintain relationships with a large and diverse client base
• Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills, capable of handling multiple accounts and priorities efficiently
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
• A proactive and positive approach, with a strong willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Please note: This position is a shift rota role, working 5 days out of 7 covering 9am-5.30pm or 10.30am-7pm to include Saturdays and Sundays.

If the above sounds like your next career move, or you are eager to enter the new year with a brand new challenge - get in touch to learn more about joining our team!

Who we are
Sykes Holiday Cottages is a business with big dreams and bursting with ambition. We have pinned our sights on becoming the UK's number one holiday rental agency and will stop at nothing to reach our goal, combining over 30 years’ industry experience with our fierce company drive to become the best in the market for what we do. What started as a small, family-run company has now grown to be an 2000-strong workforce of ambitious, passionate professionals working under the Forge Holiday Group parent brand.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Title: Field Care Manager Location: North West Salary: £27,000 Per Annum Reports to: Senior Clinical Lead for Region Working Hours: 40 hours per week (with some flexibility over weekends/evenings depending on client needs) About the Opportunity: Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of the Sonderwell Group is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate and person focused healthcare to our clients. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Field Care Manager to oversee the delivery of a high standard of home care services. Your responsibilities will include conducting client assessments and managing care plans, ensuring our services meet compliance with CQC regulations. The role involves regular and frequent travel to client’s homes and could include some evenings and weekends. Key Responsibilities: Care Planning & Assessment: Develop and review personalised care plans. Liaise with the operational team regarding performance issues and training needs. Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure services meet CQC standards, conduct audits, and maintain accurate records. Build relationships with clients and their families, address concerns, and update their care needs. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care. Requirements NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent). Experience in a supervisory/management role within health and social care. A passion for delivering high quality care, exceptional communication and organisational skills. Full UK driving license and ability to travel using own car. This role requires travel around the North West including North Wales, Liverpool, Manchester, Stoke and surrounding areas. Benefits: A competitive salary of £27,000 depending on skills and experience. Remote/field-based role. Working hours – 9am- 5:30 pm Monday to Friday with some flexibility over weekends/evenings. Mileage paid at 45p per mile. Annual leave - 25 days plus bank holidays Mobile phone Ongoing training Apply Now: If you're a compassionate leader ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in delivering exceptional care in the community. #LI-ES1 #Vero Libertatem Healthcare The Libertatem Healthcare Group, part of Sonderwell, was established to provide the very best levels of care and support for clients who have sustained Personal Injuries or suffered from Medical Negligence.Operating on a national basis, Libertatem Healthcare Group can provide your clients with care and support wherever they are located. Our care and support packages put our client’s independence at the very centre of everything we do. The Libertatem Healthcare Group is rated OUTSTANDING with the Care Quality Commission and is a registered provider with CIW in Wales.

Job Title: Head of Vetting
Location: Flexible, UK + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF60587

At Babcock, we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as our Head of Vetting. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the vetting processes across our UK business, ensuring that our operations remain secure and compliant with the highest standards.

The role
As the Head of Vetting, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining the integrity and security of our operations, by ensuring that our workforce is thoroughly vetted and trusted.

Day to day, you will be reporting to the Personnel Security Director as well as:

• Provide subject matter expertise on all screening and vetting issues, leading the vetting function and managing the central vetting team.
• Shape and ensure compliance with Babcock's screening and vetting policies and processes, and in accordance with HMG IPSA policy.
• Engage with stakeholders to explain security clearance requirements and promote security as an enabler.
• Act as the escalation point for complex security clearance and vetting queries.
• Manage Insider Risk by supporting responses to complex Personnel Security cases and representing the Vetting function within the Insider Risk Working Group.
• Serving as Senior Vetting Administrator, support the delivery and management of a single vetting database for the UK business.

This role is full time working 37.5 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements.

Essential experience of the Head of Vetting:

• Experience within a security vetting environment with strong knowledge of personnel security principles.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, including remotely.
• In-depth knowledge of HMG security clearance policies and processes (National Security Vetting, BPSS, IPSA).
• Ability to engage and secure buy-in from stakeholders across organisational boundaries.
• Skilled in implementing change in people, structures, and processes, addressing concerns and overcoming resistance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with discretion in handling sensitive personal information and personal circumstances.

Qualifications for the Head of Vetting
We value difference and don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education. If you're a strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and a passion for security, provided you can show the required level of experience then we would like to hear from you.

Security Clearance

• The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 03/12/2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Specification: Site Manager
Location: Northwest
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Package

Overview:
A dynamic construction contractor, well-regarded for its work within NHS and Education sectors, is seeking a Mid-Level Site Manager to join their growing team. The successful candidate will manage sites across the Northwest, overseeing projects with values ranging from £200K to £1.5M. Projects include Mechanical & Electrical, Refurbishment, Finishes, and Fit-Out works.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Site Manager to progress their career with a reputable contractor offering growth, training, and competitive benefits.

Key Responsibilities:
Site Management: Oversee and manage the day-to-day running of multiple sites, ensuring all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Health & Safety: Manage health & safety regulations on-site and ensure compliance with relevant safety protocols.
Team Coordination: Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, labourers, and other personnel on-site.
Client Liaison: Maintain strong communication with clients, providing updates on progress and addressing any concerns.
Reporting: Complete weekly site reports and communicate project status to the Contracts Manager.
Cost & Time Management: Ensure projects stay on track and meet cost and time targets.
Inductions: Conduct site inductions for all new site personnel.
Training: Participate in ongoing professional development, including relevant health & safety training (e.g., Fire Marshall).

Key Requirements:
Experience: Minimum of 4 years' experience at Site Manager level in a construction environment.
Industry Background: Experience with mechanical and electrical projects, refurbishments, and fit-outs is ideal.
Certifications: SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme), First Aid.
Desirable: A background in maintenance or mechanical works is beneficial.

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Occasional out-of-hours work (evenings and weekends), though not frequent.

Salary & Benefits:
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per year, depending on experience.

Package:
Company Van or Car Allowance
Fuel Card
Expenses
Pension
Holidays

To Apply:
Send CVs ASAP to be considered for this role. Immediate openings available for suitable candidates.

This role represents an excellent opportunity for a Site Manager looking to take the next step in their career with a reputable, growing contractor.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Food & Beverage Manager

The Queen at Chester Hotel, Premier Collection By Best Western

Food & Beverage Manager at the historic Queen at Chester Hotel.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Food and Beverage Manager to join our team and take charge of all food and beverage operations at our hotel. With a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, you will be responsible for managing the main restaurant, bar, and room service.

As the Food and Beverage Manager, you will be instrumental in driving revenue growth, managing the F&B budget with accurate forecasting, and overseeing the management of labor payroll.

You will be a natural leader with a talent for providing direction to a team of passionate and dedicated food and beverage experts. You will take ownership of their ongoing development, nurturing their skills and abilities to create a high-performing team.

At the heart of all our hotels is food and beverage, and as the Food and Beverage Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our guests have a truly exceptional dining experience. With your expertise and passion for the industry, you will help to establish our hotel as a premier destination for food and beverage in the local area.

If you are a driven and experienced Food and Beverage Manager with a passion for providing exceptional guest experiences, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team. We are dedicated to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding environment where they can develop their skills and grow their careers in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our best western hotel portfolio.
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Ideal Candidate

You will have a passion for food and beverage, which goes without saying! They should have proven experience in a management role within the food and beverage industry and an authentic and enthusiastic approach. They should possess the ability to foster a positive culture within the team and have strong operational knowledge, commercial awareness, and experience in driving additional sales.

Additionally, the ideal candidate should be able to drive and motivate teams through periods of change and have the ability to recognize and develop future stars. They should also possess excellent numeracy and literacy skills, as well as strong organization and planning skills. Experience in budget management is essential.

Hotel

Adjacent to Chester train station, a short 10-minute walk to the main shops and boutiques sits one of the biggest hotels in Chester - The Queen at Chester Hotel, part of the Premier Collection By Best Western

Its stunning Victorian features including a glorious curling four-story open-well staircase has been enhanced by superb, often quirky contemporary design, rich colours, fascinating historic photographs, and striking light installations.

It has 221 hotel bedrooms plus suites, including an award-winning double AA Rosette restaurant. The hotel also has a conference centre with 12 flexible meeting rooms, banqueting, and wedding suites.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.

Conference & Events Manager

The Queen at Chester Hotel, Premier Collection By Best Western

Experienced Conference & Events Manager

To oversee the operations of a busy M&E department, with in the Historic hotel The Queen at Chester.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our best western hotel portfolio.
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Experience in planning and organising events

Overseeing and running large events

Managing and supervising a large team

Hotel

Adjacent to Chester train station, a short 10-minute walk to the main shops and boutiques sits one of the biggest hotels in Chester - The Queen at Chester Hotel, part of the Premier Collection By Best Western

Its stunning Victorian features including a glorious curling four-story open-well staircase has been enhanced by superb, often quirky contemporary design, rich colours, fascinating historic photographs, and striking light installations.

It has 221 hotel bedrooms plus suites, including an award-winning double AA Rosette restaurant. The hotel also has a conference centre with 12 flexible meeting rooms, banqueting, and wedding suites.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.

Your new company
Join a world-renowned manufacturer and provider for the aerospace and defence industry located near Deeside. With a specialised customer focus, an excellent company culture and opportunity for professional development, my client is an industry leader who promotes and demonstrates important core values.

Your new role
The Office Manager plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the office. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day administrative tasks, supporting the wider team, and maintaining an organised, welcoming, and safe environment.
Your daily duties will include but not be limited to:

• Receiving and processing customer orders
• Preparing orders for despatch
• Liaising with and arranging collections with couriers and freight companies
• Invoicing customers
• Manage day-to-day office operations, including scheduling appointments and maintaining calendars.
• Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently, ensuring all records are up-to-date.
• Handle incoming phone calls with professionalism and excellent phone etiquette, directing enquiries as necessary.
• Assist with bookkeeping tasks using Xero, including invoicing and tracking expenses.
• Maintain filing systems both electronically and physically to ensure easy access to important documents.
• Support the team with administrative duties such as typing correspondence, preparing reports, and organising meetings.
• Provide clerical support as needed, including ordering office supplies and managing inventory.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience managing an office, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team
• Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills
• Confident team player and leader
• Able to drive output across the business to achieve targets and objectives.

What you'll get in return
Fantastic company benefits, Monday-Friday 8.30-5.00pm and an early 2pm finish on a Friday!

What you need to do now


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Are you an experienced operations leader with a background in domiciliary care? Do you thrive on driving growth and maintaining exceptional standards? Our client, a family-run business established in early 2000s, is looking for a Head of Operations to lead their home care services across Cheshire.

Serving communities in Nantwich, Crewe, and Sandbach, plus running a vibrant Day Care Centre in Crewe, this company is built on quality, compassion, and community.

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £58,000 - plus commission to reward your success.
• A unique opportunity to step into a leadership role with unlimited growth potential as the business expands.
• Be part of a close-knit, quality-focused team where your contributions will shape the future.

Your Role as Head of Operations:
As the Head of Operations, you'll:

• Collaborate closely with the owners and the Registered Manager to steer the company forward.
• Take responsibility for business operations, including budgets, salaries, and expansion planning.
• Ensure the highest standards of care and client satisfaction remain at the heart of the business.
• Play a key role in strategic growth, preparing to lead the company into an exciting future.

What You'll Bring:
We're looking for someone with:

• A solid background in operations within domiciliary care.
• Proven leadership and communication skills to inspire teams and drive results.
• Expertise in financial planning, strategic thinking, and delivering operational excellence.
• A passion for client-focused care and the drive to make a lasting impact.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary with commission-based incentives.
• A chance to grow your career alongside the business - the sky's the limit!
• The freedom to lead in a supportive, family-run environment where your success is celebrated.

If you've thrived in roles like Operations Manager, Regional or Area Manager, or Director of Operations in domiciliary care, this could be your next big step.

Together, let's build a brighter future for care.




INDCRE Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Contract Manager – Cheshire and Stoke on Trent area

We are looking for a Cleaning Contract Manager to oversee a large education trust in the Cheshire and Stoke on Trent area. This role would suit a people focused Manager, able to motivate their team to ensure the high-specification cleaning standards are met and maintained to a high level.

As Cleaning Contract Manager, you’ll be responsible 15- 25 educational sites, so you’ll use your agile thinking to switch between the different needs of the team, clients and working environment to make sure we achieve the best outcomes every day. You’ll have direct line management responsibility of Supervisors and Operatives and will needs to demonstrate the energy and drive to take contracts forward.

What we offer you

The opportunity to be part of one of the fastest growing specialist FM providers in the UK. This means that as our teams continue to grow, so can you.

The good stuff

• We are employee-owned, making you a beneficiary of our future success
• 24hr online GP access as well as mental health, wellness, financial and legal support
• Two paid volunteering days annually – from beach cleans to supporting your local community. You choose…
• More than 250 perks and hundreds of exclusive deals and discounts
• Lots of training, development and apprenticeships opportunities programmes to grow and progress your career
• Our Mosaic committee and Mental Health First Aiders leading the change on all things Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion at Churchill
• All year-round recognition and annual awards programme to thank our shining stars

As a Cleaning Contract Manager, you’ll be:

• Maintaining strong client relationship with high levels of satisfaction
• Providing and maintaining the quality of service delivery
• Carrying out ad-hoc and regular activities such as projects, reports, audits as required by and to support the Regional Director.
• Holding regular contract and specification review meetings with the client
• Being responsible for ensuring Health & Safety procedures and legislation is adhered to
• Looking for opportunities for continuous improvement, cost savings and account growth.

As a Cleaning Contract Manager, you’ll have:

• Excellent communication and people management skills
• Powerpoint and Excel skills
• Strong leadership and motivational skills, with the ability to forward plan, work under pressure and influence at a senior level
• Experience with financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety systems in the cleaning industry
• Experience working with education clients previously would be highly desirable.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Churchill is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract, develop and retain the best people from the widest network. We’re committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly, and with respect and dignity.

Reasonable adjustments

Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we can make to support you during our recruitment process. We’re happy to help.

Qualifications:

Key Qualifications

• Management Qualification

Keywords:

Cleaning Contract Manager, Area Manager, Regional Manager, Account Manager, Stoke on Trent, Cheshire