Total 15 Full-time job vacancies in B60

POLARIS

Sales Ledger & Billing Officer

Location: Head Office - Bromsgrove

Salary: Total Reward up to £25,000 Per Annum Dependent Upon Experience

Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave increasing to 35 days' with length of service + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & Free On-Site Parking

About Us

We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers.

Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Residential, Education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff and believe in their futures.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sales Ledger and Billing Officer who will play a key role within our established finance team at our Head Office in Bromsgrove.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the Group achieves cash collection targets and minimises debts of concern. This will be achieved by the of robust management of the sales ledger and billing function on a set area of the sales ledger, as well as providing support to the Credit Control Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Raising sales invoices in line with customer invoicing terms to pre agreed systemised billing set up
• Raising free text invoices for one off re-chargeable costs
• Chase local authority accounts for payment of invoices and deal with queries
• Allocate cash received against ledger
• Manage queries with regions and customers. To work closely with Polaris region/home when invoicing customers and have proactive query resolution skills.
• Reduce current debtor days on ledger to agreed target, per customer, per region
• To be effectively and efficiently organised and maintain concise communication records.
• To ensure that we are invoicing for all services delivered on region / home managed.

Requirements

The ideal candidate must have the following skills and experience:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to network at all levels
• Proven proficiency using Microsoft Word packages
• The ability to meet strict deadlines on time, every time
• Experience within a similar role and chasing Local Authorities for payments
• Experience of using Access or similar integrated system

If you're interested in this role, please apply and we'll be in touch.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a standard DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris

Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.

Nutrition

We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.

Food Innovation

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.

From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity, it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from working with children, therefore we will require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding any criminal offences and shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search of public available information on suitability to work with children.“

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To assist in the preparation of food and snacks.
• To keep the kitchen and restaurant areas in a clean and tidy state at all times.
• To provide a friendly, efficient and hygienic service to all customers.

CLIENT SERVICE:

• To ensure that customers are given a prompt and efficient service and expectations are consistently exceeded.
• To be customer focused at all times, by being visible during service periods, approachable and quick to exceed expectations in fulfilling customer needs.
• To project a willing and helpful attitude to customers; to seek the appropriate knowledge of food items sold through-out catering areas and to keep areas and service counters clean and fully stocked.

PEOPLE:

• To treat your team members at location as you would expect to be treated.
• To co-operate with all team members and undertake duties in the kitchen / service areas as requested to ensure an efficient and effective service is delivered at all times.

HEALTH & SAFETY, FOOD SAFETY, THE ENVIRONMENT:

• To attend food safety, health and safety and environmental training courses as required.
• To rigorously follow the unit cleaning schedules.

Term time only

40 hours per week

Benefits:

• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals whilst at work
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

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FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA)

REFERRALS OFFICER - FOSTERING

Location: Office Based - Bromsgrove

Full Time - Permanent

Salary: £20,820 Per Annum

Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & On-Site Free Parking

ABOUT US

Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers.

The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today.

We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential.

Today, we are one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Just because we are large, does not mean we are impersonal. At FCA we are one big family, and we are committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

As a REFERRALS OFFICER, you will manage referrals received from Local Authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that families are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will have the ability to work independently and able to use your initiative to find creative solutions to foster placement requests.

The REFERRALS OFFICER role is the first point of contact between Local Authorities, foster families and Social Workers. You will be able develop positive relationships with colleagues and be confident communicating with professionals at all levels. It would be beneficial to have experience of working within the children's services sector or similar and be able to evidence your administration skills, ability to follow regulatory policies and processes and the ability to work well within a fast paced team. Full training will be provided.

We are a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster carers, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family.

For more information about this post please contact Jo Baker, Referrals Manager on 01527 839632.

To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch.

No agencies please.

Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.

POLARIS

Project Coordinator - Education

Location: Head Office - Bromsgrove with a Hybrid Approach to Working. Occasional travel to sites nationwide will be required

Salary: Up to £24,000 Per Annum Dependent Upon Experience

Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave increasing to 35 days' with length of service + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-Site Free Parking

About Us

We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers.

Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Residential, Education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff and believe in their futures.

Due to the success of the expansion and continued growth of our schools we are looking for a Project Co-Ordinator who can; support the Projects Team function and drive the delivery of our growth strategy by working collaboratively with the wider Community in delivering outstanding services to young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with external agents, surveyors and developers
• Work alongside external parties to establish a strong pipeline of suitable properties
• Perform administrative duties associated with growth projects including processing quotations, invoices and preparing business cases
• Support the Project Manager to obtain comparative quotes for procurement purposes.
• Schedule key milestones, ensure timelines are met & manage project schedules.
• Facilitate meetings between the team and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for projects & tenders.
• Support the implementation and tracking of compliance schedules.
• Facilitate communication between team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues in collaboration with the project manager.
• Assist in tracking project expenses and ensure adherence to budget constraints.
• Coordinate tasks and support allocation of resources effectively to meet project deadlines
• Act as a point of contact for project queries and information.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies
• Foster cross-team collaboration to complete tasks and deliverables.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including plans, progress reports and compliance documentation
• Support the project team with site visits

Requirements

The ideal candidate must have the following skills and experience:

• Experience working as a Project Coordinator or similar role
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in project management software/systems and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to prioritise workload to achieve project timescales

For more information about this exciting new role, please call Loren Cahill - Head of New Organic Growth on 0776 608 1721.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a standard DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris

Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment

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Job Title: Gas Repairs Manager
Location: Bromsgrove
Contract Type: Permanent
Sector: Social Housing

Hours 37 hours per week

Mon- Thur 8:30 - 17:00 with 1 hour lunch

Friday 8:30 - 16:00 ½ lunch

About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Gas Repairs Manager to join our team in Bromsgrove, overseeing gas repair and maintenance services across council-owned properties within the social housing sector. This is a permanent role offering the chance to make a significant impact by ensuring the safety, compliance, and efficiency of gas repair operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead a team of 7 gas engineers and 3 multi-tradesmen responsible for reactive repairs, maintenance, and servicing of gas appliances within council properties.
• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure work is completed to high standards and in line with safety regulations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant gas safety legislation and best practices.
• Conduct regular site visits and audits to monitor quality, safety, and productivity.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with tenants, stakeholders, and contractors, ensuring effective communication and swift resolution of any issues.
• Manage scheduling and resource allocation to meet KPIs and deadlines.
• Handle budgeting, cost control, and reporting, ensuring efficient use of resources and materials.
• Investigate and resolve any escalated complaints or incidents.

Requirements:

• Willing to achieve NVQ 3 in Gas Management within the 2 years
• Hold a Gas Qualification CCN1, CENWAT CKR1, HRT1
• Experience in gas repair management, ideally within the social housing sector.
• In-depth knowledge of gas safety regulations and compliance.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team of engineers.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle budgets, reports, and resource planning.
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer:

• Travel allowance.
• Pension scheme and benefits.
• Career development opportunities within a supportive team environment.
• Laptop, phone, PPE

If you are interested please apply here.

Process Quality Engineer
Bromsgrove
£36,000
Bonus Scheme
Health Care Plan
Gym Membership

The Company

I am working with a leading company in their sector. They manufacture a variety of products and are at the forefront of their industry. If you have experience as a process quality engineer and are interested, apply now!

The role

• Support the production, quality and technical departments in testing and inspection of Components, Raw materials, manufacturing processes and equipment
• Perform process reviews on manufacturing processes
• Analysis of components and sub-assemblies to Internal and External requirements
• Perform in-house product testing and random sampling to confirm specifications are correct
• Working with cleanroom leaders to ensure equipment is checked before and after use
• Review and update Standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other technical/process documentation
• Assist in problem solving, root cause analysis and risk assessments
• Getting involved with Non-conformance reports (NCR), Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) activities
• Occasionally travelling to other Kimal sites and to suppliers

Key Skills

• Experience in a process engineering, quality engineering, manufacturing engineering or similar role.
• Experience in a manufacturing sector
• Knowledge of production processes and quality control methods
• Understanding of industry regulations and standards
• Experience with product inspectios and compliance testing

Package

• £36,000
• Bonus Scheme
• High Street Discounts
• Health Care Cash Back
• Discounted Gym Membership

If you are interested apply now or get in touch with Jacob at Hunter Selection!

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

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Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

• Level 3 in Early Years or above
• Thorough understanding of the EYFS framework
• Proven experience working with babies in a nursery setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A dedication to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion in early years education

• Heavily discounted childcare
• Sick pay scheme
• Company pension
• Long service rewards
• Access to accredited qualifications and ongoing training
• Monthly and yearly staff rewards

• Create a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment to facilitate the optimal development of babies
• Develop and implement age-appropriate activities in accordance with the EYFS framework
• Foster strong and supportive relationships with both babies and their families, as well as with colleagues
• Maintain accurate records of each child's progress and development to inform planning and reporting
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure the smooth operation of the nursery room
• Adhere to safeguarding procedures and prioritize the welfare of all children in our care