Total 22 job vacancies in Bishop Auckland, DL13 5AF

Communication & Working Relationships Work closely with key external personnel including, Police, Social Services provision, Housing, Voluntary and non-statutory agencies and a wider Health and Social Care Community ensuring staff are fully briefed, know and understand the processes and are able to move service users appropriately through the service. To be effective, clear and accurate when using all forms of communication throughout the organisation, using different styles and methods of communicating relevant to the complexity of the context and recipient. Work collaboratively with safeguarding teams across Devon and Torbay. Liaise and link with professional stakeholder groups, service providers and agencies to develop mutually helpful working relationships. Act as a point of contact for multi agencies seeking information about the team, or wanting to refer to it. Present information, some of which may be contentious, to staff groups, service user groups, carers groups and other stakeholders using a range of techniques and media. Co-ordinate and investigate complaints and grievances and identify performance management issues taking remedial action as necessary and ensuring that any management lessons learned are identified and disseminated to teams Ensure that any learning from SUIs and RCAs is identified, disseminated and where necessary put into practice. Planning & Organisation Actively participate in multi-agency forums ensuring that the development and delivery of integrated local services is in line with local need. Plan and organise the work of the team including staff training and development. Develop, monitor and maintain effective staff rostering systems, ensuring effective use of available resources to maintain safety and ensure that this is within budget. Ensure that effective systems are in place to ensure teams function safely e.g. setting up processes, monitoring and review, ensuring governance and team structures are appropriate and effective. Implement and evaluate systems to monitor risk, cleanliness and infection control. Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment & Therapy Responsible for ensuring assessment, planning ,implementation and evaluation of evidence based care / treatment required, including health promotion for people receiving support from RRT Take a key role in assisting with the development, delivery and evaluation of an evidenced base rehabilitation programme. Responsible for ensuring that the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 & 2007 are implemented, observed and adhered to. To take lead role in the developments and provision of social / therapeutic activities for people receiving support from RRT, working with the wider MDT to provide individual plans for recovery. Monitor, evaluate and action plan team members with regard to their clinical performance, care plans and caseload management. Implement a formal and active system of caseload review, caseload management and pro-active care management that will enable achievement of local and national targets. Participate in safeguarding children to level 3 as set out in Safeguarding children and young people: roles and competencies for Health Care staff. Be responsible for maintaining clinical governance standards within the RRT. Be responsible for the maintenance of health & safety standards within the RRT. This includes the development of both clinical and general risk assessments and risk management plans. Ensure robust risk management systems are in place: Have an ongoing awareness of high clinical risk situations within the team and advise clinicians on actions to be taken to respond to risk. Review all incident reports and complete serious incident reports. Chair meetings relating to clinical management for individuals where high levels of risk and or complexity is involved. Attend other meetings relating to risk management where other agencies have a statutory role as chair. Ensure that appropriate action is taken to safeguarding adults and children. This will include providing and receiving highly complex and sensitive information in relation to safeguarding adult and children, co-ordinating and chairing safeguarding meetings and implementing relevant care plans To ensure that the role of the family or carer is understood, considered and acknowledged within the care of the patient and actively promoted. Policy, Service, Research & Development Responsibility To actively participate in research and audit activities across the recovery and rehabilitation pathway. Be aware of national and professional developments. Assist teams and individuals to negotiate changes in practice required to meet ongoing service developments. To maintain and ensure current and evidence based practice are the basis of care / treatment provision. Participate in the maintenance of current services and future developments within the rehabilitation pathway with positive professional attitude and fully engage in service changes. Initiate service developments and projects. Plan provision of local services in conjunction with the service manager and other managers. Responsible for commenting on and the development where appropriate of Trust Clinical Policies within their sphere of responsibility. Responsibility for Finance, Equipment & Other Resources Be responsible for the management of delegated budgets within the team, both pay and non-pay, to ensure the optimum use of available resources. Authorise payments to internal / external contracts within agreed levels of responsibility. To ensure the appropriate skill mix within the RRT to provide effective rehabilitation and that this is provided within the allocated budget. Advise team members on matters relating to care management and finance requests. Take part in budgetary decision making as a member of the care management funding panel as requested. Ensure the Community Service Manager is informed promptly of any areas of overspend or areas of budgetary concern. Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership & Management Lead and operationally manage a team of staff ensuring that they operate within DPT policies and procedures. Develop and empower staff within the team. Manage the overall day to day work load of the team dealing with staff and performance issues as necessary. Recruit and select staff for the RRT. Ensure that new staff receive an induction programme. Ensure implementation of appropriate management supervision arrangements for all staff and provide effective management and supervision to all staff. Ensure that all staff receive training in accordance with the Recovery and Rehabilitation Strategy in additional to core and mandatory training. Ensure completion of all PDRs to support staff development, setting clear performance objectives and ensuring that each staff member understands their individual responsibilities and act accordingly within their sphere of responsibility. Contribute to, and lead where applicable, the design and implementation of effective workforce planning and development Facilitate, co-ordinate and monitor all operational aspects of the activities carried out by RRT. Ensure that the team assurance framework is regularly reviewed There is a requirement to support learners on a regular basis which includes the achievement and updating of profession specific training to the required standard to fulfil this role.

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role. We would encourage you to contact the team manager for any queries.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying. You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.

Server/Waiter/Waitress

Do you take your work seriously, but not yourself? Do you love meeting new people and bringing your personality to work? Are you happiest when working in a team, making things happen?

Maybe, just maybe, we’ve got the perfect opportunity for you! We’re looking for people to join our team to work front of house as a Waiter/Waitress.

The good stuff.

• An awesome hourly pay rate (which means you get paid for every hour you work) including service charge
• Whether you are looking for a side gig, or a full time gig – we can offer part time or full time hours
• We pay all our teams fortnightly because who doesn’t love a payday?
• Every shift you work, we’ve got you covered with meals from our employee menu (thanks Chef)!
• Treat yourself, family and friends to 50% discount off our food at any Côte
• 28 days holiday allowance
• We love meeting new people who share our passion of making it special, which means you can earn a bonus for every time you successfully refer people to join Côte (T&C apply)
• We’re here for the curious, so it’s no surprise there are loads of opportunities when it comes to internal development programmes, we have some big plans coming this year!
• Company pension scheme & life assurance scheme
• Employee assistance program – 24/7 support and advice for health, wellbeing, and financial issues
• Access your next pay early through our Wagestream partnership

Bonjour, we’re Côte.

We believe life should be full of flavour. Yes, we’re foodies – but we’re actually in the business of making memories. Founded in Wimbledon in 2007 with a mission to deliver quality, French-inspired food, extraordinary service, and a whole-hearted enjoyment of life, we now have a 3,000-strong team and 85 restaurants (and counting) across the UK.

There are so many reasons to join Côte.

We’re on an exciting new journey – and our team will play a huge part in making it happen. That means when you’re with us, every day is an opportunity to aim higher. Because we’re invested in your development, so you’ll get out as much as you put in. And we encourage you to bring your unique flavour to work, because we value the diversity of our teams. Best of all, the work you do brings joy to others. Sound good? Maybe you belong with us.

Commis Waiter

Do you love meeting new people on a daily basis? Are you looking for a role where you can let your personality shine?

We’re looking for a Commis Waiter to come and join our team. We look for people who are comfortable in bringing themselves to work, me mean the real you – not work you, as we want you to let your personality shine! We’re a passionate bunch, who are on a mission to make it special for our guests, whatever the occasion! Sound like something you could get on board with?

The good stuff.

• We pay all our teams fortnightly because who doesn’t love a payday?
• Every shift you work, we’ve got you covered with meals from our employee menu (thanks Chef)!
• Treat yourself, family and friends to 50% discount off our food at any Côte
• We love meeting new people who share our passion of making it special, which means you can earn a bonus for every time you successfully refer people to join Côte (T&C apply)
• We’re here for the curious, so it’s no surprise there are loads of opportunities when it comes to internal development programmes, we have some big plans coming this year!
• Company pension scheme & life assurance scheme
• Employee assistance program – 24/7 support and advice for health, wellbeing, and financial issues
• Access your next pay early through our Wagestream partnership

Bonjour, we’re Côte.

We believe life should be full of flavour. Yes, we’re foodies – but we’re actually in the business of making memories. Founded in Wimbledon in 2007 with a mission to deliver quality, French-inspired food, extraordinary service, and a whole-hearted enjoyment of life, we now have a 3,000-strong team and 85 restaurants (and counting) across the UK.

There are so many reasons to join Côte.

We’re on an exciting new journey – and our team will play a huge part in making it happen. That means when you’re with us, every day is an opportunity to aim higher. Because we’re invested in your development, so you’ll get out as much as you put in. And we encourage you to bring your unique flavour to work, because we value the diversity of our teams. Best of all, the work you do brings joy to others. Sound good? Maybe you belong with us.

Role:

My client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Sales Administrator to join their West Auckland based team. Reporting to the Plant Manager and working closely with both the Sales and Operations teams, you will be responsible for providing an excellent standard of service to their customers, ensuring their enquiries are handled efficiently, and maintaining a high level of satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Handle emails and incoming phone calls from clients.
• Manage the entire order-to-cash process, including:
• Order processing
• Follow-up on production schedules and managing possible delays
• Organising transport (local, EU & exportation) and providing necessary shipping documentation (packing slip, CMR, bill of lading, customs declaration, etc.)
• Act as the link between the Planning and Quality departments for information regarding delivery and return of goods, and handle customer complaints.
• Manage samples.
• Process invoices and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Serve as the internal contact point for outside sales representatives, assisting with commercial offers, stock levels, order status, pricing, etc.

Skills/Experience:

• Experience in a customer service role or as an Inside Sales representative; logistics experience is an asset.
• Prior experience with import/export activities.
• Familiarity with MS Office and SAP (or similar ERP).
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong multitasking, prioritisation, and time management skills.
• Team player; flexible and highly accurate.
• Customer-oriented with excellent communication skills.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary
• 25-day holiday plus bank holidays
• Bonus scheme
• Healthcare
• Parking

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Job summary: The Health Care Assistant will work as part of the clinical team carrying out a range of duties ensuring that the highest standard of care is afforded to patients at all times. Duties and responsibilities: Undertake routine tasks related to patient care ensuring clinical protocols are followed, referring to GPs when necessary. Routine tasks will include: dressings, removal of sutures, blood pressure monitoring, phlebotomy and ECGs. Undertake routine preventative work related to patient care including routine flu, covid, pneumococcal and RSV vaccinations. Assist GPs with minor surgery and coil fittings. Chaperone and assist patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician. Monitor QOF targets as required and maintain a high standard of achievement. Participate in any relevant health promotion and screening activities to promote the health and wellbeing of patients as well as referring to preventative programmes. Maintain the GP clinical rooms: stock levels are maintained, and items are rotated as necessary and maintain and clean any equipment. Maintain accurate records. Monitor the temperature of the treatment room fridge, ensuring the protocol is followed. Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff. Notify the GP/Nurse of any significant patient issues. Liaise with and assist members of the administration team. Undertake monthly rooms checks and checks of emergency trolley and GP bags.

The role purpose
We’re looking for an organised and collaborative Jnr Sous chef to join our team at El Castillo, our Tapa’s restaurant in the Market Place, Bishop Auckland. Your passion for great Spanish food and wonderful dining experiences will be felt by your kitchen team and customers alike.
You’ll deliver excellent food safety as well as quality and creativity - and you’ll build sustainability by continuously developing the capability of your kitchen colleagues in these areas too. Your role will be made all the more stimulating by drawing inspiration from the stories, themes and characteristics that run through the buildings, landscapes and collections we celebrate.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a growing team to thrive whatever the shift throws at them. As a key member of the venue, you’ll collaborate with food and beverage colleagues and Hospitality manager in the delivery of exceptional hospitality; making you a part of an organisation dedicated to the regeneration, conservation and celebration of Bishop Auckland. This will be achieved by maintaining a safe, happy creative workplace founded in professionalism and strong team ethic.
We recognise that a good Junior Sous chef is a key ingredient to our success and for that we offer 30 days annual leave per annum. You will be working 40 hours per week on a variable shift pattern to be agreed with your colleagues.
Context

Supervisory responsibility Kitchen team members working alongside, including agency staff where necessary.
Line management responsibility None.
Financial responsibility No budgetary responsibility. Drives profit by contributing to the development of appropriate menus with strong profit margin products, and minimising wastage.
Area of impact Own kitchen, and any kitchens working in as part of a group food task / project.
Menu responsibility Collaborates with head chef to develop overall food proposition.
Undertakes any necessary mentoring, training and coaching to develop seasonal menus and specials.
Undertakes any delegated menu development for specific pop-ups and events.

Key Responsibilities
The post-holder is responsible for the following key deliverables and accountabilities:

Food
• Work in a dynamic way to incorporate fresh produce from Auckland Castle and any other internal supplies.
• Continuously develop own capability within food standards and innovation, seeking mentoring, training and experience where necessary.
• Engage kitchen and front-of-house teams in new seasonal and one-off menus.
• Apply a high level of attention to detail with all aspects of food quality within time constraints. Continuously develop the capability and capacity of the full kitchen team to offer agreed standards of food and innovation.
Organisation
• Organise own time and those under supervision to support weekly dining plans.
• Undertake any delegated rota tasks
• Work to organisational food standards and contribute to planning and resourcing of kitchens.
• Monitor local stock levels and minimise wastage. Gather and share feedback on supply to help set future levels.
Kitchen operation
• Contribute to the development of kitchen cleaning schedules and organise daily duties.
• Ensure kitchen practices in the handling, storage and preparation of food and the cleanliness of facilities work to ensure a 5-star EHO rating.
• Follow procedures for completing relevant food safety and COSHH paperwork, directing others under supervision to do so too.
• Monitor kitchen areas and equipment, raising any issues as appropriate. Maintain equipment in line with training and procedures.
Administration
• Maintain, stock and record kitchen stores.
• Engage with and share details of menu items, recipes, allergens and presentation standards.
• Contribute to the costing plans for menus as required. Process kitchen information including wastage.
• Agree food preparation standards, engaging colleagues with them and updating where necessary.
Team
• Attend weekly operational meetings with front-of-house colleagues and brief kitchen colleagues as necessary.
• "Undertake all mandatory training and actively participate in own personal development plan to achieve expected standard. Provide feedback to line manager / supervisors on potential routes for own career development. Undertake any delegated training for kitchen colleagues.
• Agree own objectives. Gather and share feedback within the team to assess own and others' performance against objectives.
• Ensure that all kitchen team members wear appropriate uniform and are presented to the highest standards possible. Conduct own work with professionalism and respect for others.
Health & Safety
Be committed to good health and safety and access practice, ensuring familiarity and compliance with TAP policies, procedures and guidelines and the health and safety of visitors, staff, volunteers and contractors at all times.

Person Specification

Essential Desirable
Experience • At least three years’ experience in similar position
• Food safety level 2 • Working with on-site productive gardens
• A level 3 catering qualification
Skills • Good communication skills – articulate and approachable
• Role modelling excellent kitchen management
• Organised and able to organise others
• Ability to multitask in a high pressurised environment • Understanding of transporting food
• Knowledge of stock management and cost management
Personal attributes • Takes pride in team’s collective achievements
• Committed to a purpose beyond the food & drink experience (Auckland Project charitable aims)

Role
Gardener
Reporting to
Senior Gardener
Contract
Permanent, 37.5 hours per week
Salary
£22,880 per annum


The Auckland Project
At the heart of our sites is St Peter’s Chapel, in Auckland Castle: the home of the Prince Bishops, and the historic seat of faith and power in the North of England. The experience across our sites is deeply linked to those two themes of faith and power – they are repeated throughout the Castle and Faith Museum, the Mining Art Gallery and the Spanish Gallery. The collection of our venues, spaces and places invite conversations about belonging, faith, loss, sacrifice, community, love and creativity. We would like our guests to explore: to discover things about our town, our country and their own lives. We want to create memorable and transformative encounters – and need your help to do so.


The role purpose

For the successful candidate to join an exciting and rewarding project, delivering beautifully maintained gardens, in a unique historic setting.
The Auckland Project is a collection of heritage attractions including galleries, gardens and parkland, centred around Auckland Castle, a former home of the Prince Bishops of Durham.
The successful candidate will be working to assist in the development and maintenance of a wide range of gardens. From our walled garden, built in the 17th century but now under development with a contemporary glasshouse and a new production space, to a range of gardens within the castle curtilage, including water features, courtyards, wildflower filled wilderness areas and a medieval bowling green. The applicant will also help maintain other gardens throughout the estate including hotels and carparks. It will be a varied and rewarding role.


Context

This role will require the successful applicant to be a good all-round horticulturalist, with an eye for detail and pride in their work, and because our gardens are a part of a larger visitor attraction, we are looking for someone who also feels comfortable engaging with the public.




Key Responsibilities
• To undertake the maintenance of all elements of the varied gardens and park that include extensive flower borders, topiary, hedges, fruit, vegetable, cutting flowers and lawns as directed.
• To work collaboratively to support volunteers’, placements, and apprentices.
• To ensure that all grounds are kept to a high standard.
• To work with colleagues, with an absolute focus on the Visitor.
• Engage with visitors using a variety of techniques which may include the use of demonstrations and historic stories linked with the project.
• To work flexibly to support the delivery of events as required.
• Adhere to quality systems, operating procedures, and risk assessments to facilitate the safe, smooth, and timely delivery of works throughout the gardens
• To carry out any other duties within the level of responsibility as may be determined from time to time

Person Specification:

Requirements Assessment
Skills/ Knowledge/ Experience Experience in a similar role.


Horticultural skills, knowledge of plants and experience of the use of horticultural tools and machinery.

Able to communicate effectively with members of the public, staff, and volunteers

Able to work with attention to detail and commitment to the highest standards.

Interview/Application Form



Interview/Application Form


Interview/Application Form

Interview/Application Form

Qualifications/
Training
Relevant qualifications, training and/or experience in the use and maintenance of horticultural machinery.

Level 2 or higher / or equivalent experience in professional gardening would be desirable.

PA1-PA6 would be desirable
Interview/Application Form


Interview/Application Form

Interview/Application Form
Other
Requirements An enthusiastic ‘can do’ approach

Flexible approach to hours and prepared to work occasional weekends, bank holidays or evenings as required.

Ability to undertake a variety of manual handling duties appropriate to the post.

Full UK driving licence

Knowledge/Interest in gardens history and a history of the northeast of England Interview

Interview



Interview/Application Form

Application Form

Interview/Application Form

The Auckland Project focus
The Auckland Project works hard to create a positive change for those living, working and visiting Bishop Auckland. We have created a visitor destination in Bishop Auckland, incorporating Auckland Castle (once home to the Prince Bishops of Durham), a Spanish Art Gallery, Faith Museum, Walled Garden, Deer Park, Mining Art Gallery, Auckland Tower visitor centre and Weardale Railway.
   
Our visitor destination and community development programme broadly fits into three areas:

1. The social environment: we help individuals and communities by creating a sense of curiosity, hope and faith in themselves and the world around them. We provide opportunities for skills development and partnerships, building a year-round tourist market and supporting small creative industries to thrive
2. The natural environment: we protect, sustain and enhance the world around us
3. The built environment: we restore and enhance the beauty and historic significance of the buildings, structures and assets in our care.
By working with us, you are helping to ensure the town’s future is as magnificent and vibrant as its past.    

How to Apply
Apply for this role by downloading and completing an application form from https://aucklandproject.org/about/join-the-team/ and emailing this to recruitment@aucklandproject.org

Closing date: Friday 15th November 2024 at midnight

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if a suitable number of applications are submitted.

Role
Front of House Supervisor – Catering and Events

Reporting to
Hospitality Manager
Contract
Temporary until 31 December 2024 , full time 37.5 hours
Secondment opportunity considered
Salary
£24,960 pro rata

The role purpose:
We are looking for a Front of House Supervisor to join the passionate team to deliver excellent hospitality throughout day-to-day activities, Functions and events. We require somebody who thrives for excellent customer service and who wants to go that extra mile to ensure daily operations and events run smoothly. The role will be based in a number of our attractions and venues including but not exclusively:
• Bishops Kitchen (café), operational Wednesday- Sunday 10.30-19.00
• El Castillo (Spanish tapas restaurant) Wednesday and Sunday 11.00-19.00, Thursday/Friday/Saturday 11.00-22.00
• Event spaces throughout the estate, walled garden, and conference rooms.
The Front of house supervisor will be responsible as part of a team to support with planning, setting up, implementation and the delivery of Functions, and the daily operations of the Bishops Kitchen and El Castillo. They should also be confidant in following health and safety guidance and procedures.
This role requires the individual to be super flexible, able to work across the seven days of the week including weekends, evening’s and Bank Holidays and that you have a flexible attitude to supporting our operation by working in different areas of it at short notice. 
Key Responsibilities:
The post-holder is responsible for the following key accountabilities:
• Line manage and lead a small team of servers, working with a host of other multidisciplinary teams throughout TAP and external partners
• Ensuring exceptionally high standards of service and presentation from all members of the team
• Support with the rostering of staff and volunteer rotas and hours
• Support the manager with recognising training needs within the team, training, supporting and mentoring servers to deliver to the expected high standards
• Finishing the preparation of food and serving food and drinks
• Smart, well presented and capable of remaining calm whilst under pressure in a busy environment
• Responding to customer feedback and being proactive at all times, using initiative, diplomacy and discretion to avoid issues as they arise
• Identifying commercial opportunities
• Work within specified processes around our stock management and EPOS solution, ensuring that all information is up to date and that all processes are completed on a day to day basis
• Ensuring good health, safety and access practice, ensuring familiarity and compliance with TAP policies, procedures and guidelines and the health and safety of visitors, staff, volunteers and contractors at all times
• Stock rotation, ordering and deliveries, limiting levels of waste, stock taking
• Using a till system, cashing up duties
• Knowledge of menus, allergens, and presentation standards
• Carry out all cleaning duties allocated in accordance with the cleaning schedule and ensure the highest cleanliness standards
• Plan and follow event plans including gathering equipment needed, setting up and take down, communicating and working with the wider TAP teams

Person Specification:
Essential Criteria
Essential Desirable Where identified
Qualifications Barista training

Food safety level 2

Driver’s license Application Form
Certificates
Experience Supervision or management of staff

At least one years’ experience in a similar position in a customer facing environment

Knowledge of stock management and cost management including stocktaking

Experience of managing / monitoring health & safety in a workplace

Experience of training and mentoring team members

Previous experience of working with volunteers

Experience in carrying out risk assessment

Knowledge of event management

Application Form
Interview
References
Knowledge & Skills Strong communication & interpersonal skills with

Ability to multitask in a busy environment

The ability to lead and motivate staff

Administrative ability and IT literacy.

Numeracy and financial skills in order to monitor adhere to a budget.

Ability to work and lead in a team
Level 2 in numeracy & literacy

Have logistical skills and the ability to plan ahead

Excellent time management skills

Interview
References
Personal Qualities, attitude & behaviours Must be passionate about good food and customer service.

Ability to work as part of a team

Professional, hardworking and charismatic

Must be Willing to work evenings and weekends.
Interview

Job Opportunity: New Business Senior Underwriter - Property and Casualty (Central Birmingham)

The Benefits:
* Competitive Annual Salary: A robust financial package that values your skills.
* Hybrid (2 days per week working from home)
* Performance-Based Bonus: Annual bonuses reflecting company and individual achievements.
* Generous Pension Contributions: Contributory pension scheme with up to 12% employer contributions.
* Life Assurance: Coverage up to 10x your annual salary.
* Ample Paid Time Off: 25 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell additional days.
* Exclusive Employee Discounts: Special discounts across company services.
* Health & Wellness Benefits: Including gym benefits to support your overall wellbeing.

The Role: New Business Senior Underwriter - Property and Casualty
We are representing a well-established, award-winning Commercial Lines Insurer that is expanding its Birmingham team with a New Business Senior Underwriter specializing in Property and Casualty. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team known for service excellence and strong industry recognition.

As a Senior Underwriter, you'll play a critical role in managing the branch's profitability and income, impacting financial results for designated accounts and broker partners. Your expertise will also influence the Underwriting team's development, fostering collaboration with key stakeholders and enhancing the branch's technical and trading capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:
* Represent the organization by presenting solutions for larger Mid-Market and Mid-Corporate risks, utilizing industry knowledge and technical underwriting expertise.
* Collaborate with Trading Underwriters to develop customized coverage options that align with client needs.
* Build and manage a robust pipeline of qualified Mid-Market and Mid-Corporate growth opportunities, strengthening relationships with brokers and clients.
* Lead large case management for new business, with a focus on profitable growth.
* Develop collaborative broker relationships to drive commercial business generation and retention.
* Underwrite new business in alignment with company standards, serving as a referral point for other team Underwriters.
* Maintain a strategic communication plan with influential brokers to ensure financial KPIs are met.
* While this role does not have direct reports, you will be supporting and coaching other Underwriters to enhance team performance.

What You'll Bring to the Team:
* A flexible, growth-focused mindset, eager to challenge existing processes and improve outcomes.
* Extensive technical underwriting expertise within a commercial insurance environment.
* A thorough understanding of the insurance market and commercial lines processes.
* Strong interpersonal skills with experience in decision-making across varied underwriting scenarios.
* High commercial awareness, negotiation skills, and the ability to cultivate lasting broker relationships.
* Excellent analytical abilities, with experience in account monitoring and action planning.
* Eligibility to work in the UK, meeting all regulatory requirements.

About the Employer
Our client is a reputable name in the insurance sector, recognized for excellence in supporting their broker partners and clients. This organization is committed to empowering its employees with flexible work arrangements, balanced between remote work, office time, and client visits as needed.

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

Your new company
Hays are supporting a Secondary School in Liverpool. They require a motivated and experienced learning support assistant to support students across all year groups (KS3, KS4,). This is a long-term contract that will start as soon as possible and the school supports students with a variety of complex needs including ASD, non-verbal, downs syndrome, PDA and GLD.

Your new role
We are sourcing an enthusiastic and experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join the school's SEN team. You will work with students who have a range of special educational needs, such as autism, dyslexia, ADHD, and emotional and behavioural difficulties. You will provide 1:1 and classroom support, helping students to access the curriculum and develop their skills and confidence. You will also work closely with the SENCO and other staff to implement individual education plans and monitor progress.

What you'll need to succeed
- A minimum of Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent
- Experience of working with SEN students in a secondary school setting
- Knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice and relevant strategies and interventions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - A positive and flexible attitude
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What you'll get in return
You will be paid a competitive daily wage, based on your experience and the responsibilities of each assignment, plus you will accrue holiday pay with the option to take it at any point of the year. You will receive free, up-to-date safeguarding training and the option to join our guarantee pay scheme is also possible. If you know of other education professionals looking for supply, long-term or permanent work, you can also receive £250 worth of vouchers every time you recommend a colleague to Hays Education.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Shift Engineer (Electrical Biased)

South Suffolk (CO10)

Commutable from Colchester, Ipswich, Sudbury, Braintree, Bury St. Edmunds, Stowmarket
£53,000 + Overtime

12hr Rotating Panama Days & Nights

Our client is a leading FMCG manufacturer, that has seen a great amount of investment into the site and a recent new production line installed. Due to their continued growth and further investment/expansion plans, they are looking for a multi-skilled shift engineer, electrically biased.

Benefits:- Private Pension, Life Assurance, 23 Shift Holidays, BUPA Healthcare Cashplan, Staff Benefits Card, Qualifications/Training, Car Tax Relief

Role & Responsibilities:

• Carry out both preventative and planned maintenance, both electrically & mechanically
• Working on high-speed production, packaging and automated machinery
• Dealing with conveyors, motors, gearboxes, sensors, electrical isolation, inverters, pneumatics, servo drives, control panels, pumps, compressors, steam & boiler systems
• PLC - electrical fault finding on Siemens & Allen Bradley
• SCADA Systems - electrical fault finding
• Continuous improvement projects and new machinery installations and modification work
• Prioritise workload to maximise efficiency of production lines, whilst monitoring data
• Be able to work mechanically on various pipework, fabrication & fault finding

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Must be a multi-skilled engineer, electrically biased
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical is a minimum requirement
• Must have worked in high-speed production - food, FMCG manufacturing environments
• Completed a time-served apprenticeship
• Minimum 5 years' experience as an engineer in manufacturing
• Beneficial to have City & Guilds 2391 Electrical Test & Inspection
• PLC & SCADA Systems - electrical fault finding
• Beneficial to have 17th or 18th Edition Electrical
• Strong team player with a continuous improvement approach
• A good level of mechanical skills - dealing with pipework, gearboxes, drives, pumps, etc
• Able to follow P&ID, electrical & mechanical drawings
• Have the ability to prioritise multiple tasks in a pressurised environment effectively
• Comfortable and confident with sometimes working on your own initiative on shift
• Strong communication skills
• Must have access to own transportation due to location of the factory

"To apply please email your CV / resume to [ chrisg@hunterselection.co.uk ]". - Chris Gumm - 01908 010 438

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.

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Location: Bath Magistrates Court
Salary: £22,502 per annum

Working as a Prisoner Custody Officer (PCO) in Prisoner Escort Custody Services (PECS) is more than just a job, it’s the chance to be a part of something great, to join a work family where you are valued, and you can make a difference every day. In addition to a rewarding career, we also offer:

- Base Salary of £22,502 (35hrs pw)
- We believe in recognising your contributions and growth, so as well as continuous training & development opportunities, every year, you will be eligible for a base salary increment, allowing you to see tangible progress in your earnings (year 2
- £23,062 / year 3
- £23,469 / year 4
- £23,933)
- Pension (matched up to 6%), life insurance; 20 days annual leave (rising to 25 after 7 years’ service) plus Bank Holidays.
- A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, MIND, Simply Health Care and Dental Plans and more
- Access to a range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, Retail and Hospitality discounts and more
- A supportive team & culture where you’ll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion


We are operational 24/6 and you’ll cover various early and late shifts, 35hrs pw. Flexibility is key as due to the nature of role there are a range of different working arrangements & additional hours. There will be days when your finishing time could be unpredictable, however, we operate a rota basis (provided 12 weeks in advance) that allows you the flexibility to enjoy meaningful time off to do the things you enjoy & love.

About the Role:
As a PCO at our court, you’ll work as part of a team to provide safe and secure escorting and custody services to detainees, focusing on maintaining their physical and mental wellbeing. During court proceedings, you’ll be responsible for every aspect of detainee management until it’s time for them to return to custody or be released. Key duties include:

- Escorting defendants to and from courtrooms, cells, and other areas within the court, including accompanying them to the toilet to ensure security and safety. This may involve being handcuffed to the detainee.
- Monitoring and supervising detainees while they are in the docks during court sessions, ensuring they remain secure and do not pose a risk to themselves or others.
- Being privy to sensitive and confidential information discussed during court proceedings, including testimonies, legal arguments etc. Maintaining discretion and confidentiality is paramount. Being prepared to listen to harrowing and distressing testimonies and evidence. It is crucial to maintain professionalism and provide support to detainees while managing your own emotional wellbeing.
- Ensuring that detainees have access to food and drink throughout the day, catering to any dietary requirements or restrictions.
- Monitoring the mental and physical health of detainees, providing support and reporting any concerns to the appropriate authorities.
- Ensuring the safety and security of the court environment, including responding to any incidents or emergencies that may arise. Conducting thorough searches of property and individuals to prevent contraband from entering secure areas.
- Completing necessary paperwork and data entry accurately, including logging detainee movements, incidents, and any other relevant information.
- Working closely with other court staff, law enforcement, and legal professionals to ensure smooth and secure court operations


What you need to do the job!
Our current PCO’s come to us with different work & life experiences, what you’ve done before doesn’t matter, what matters is that you’re committed to making a difference to the lives of others – the rest you will learn during your 5 1/2-weeks training course and through our experienced colleagues.

Ideally, you’ll have a current valid driver's license, be reasonably fit and have good written and verbal communications skills, using those skills to manage and control all situations. This role requires a high level of responsibility, vigilance, and the ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and care. You will be an integral part of the judicial process, ensuring that justice is administered safely and securely. Our roles would suit those who have a particular interest in criminology or psychology.

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Our Assessment Process:
Online Assessment (sent via email upon application)->Briefing call to assess eligibility -> Competency based virtual interview -> short role-play and written exercise.

Additional Information:
All roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all offers of employment are subject to Ministry of Justice Enhanced Level 2 checks with Enhanced DBS (Adult & Child Barring) and satisfactory employment references.

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About SercoAt Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.
By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.
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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Silver Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
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What skills and experience we're looking for

The School:

Friesland School is a values-centred organisation, and we strive to live up to our ethos of Ambition, Teamwork, Honesty and Respect in everything that we do.Our school is a vibrant and energetic educational environment, where we prioritise the academic, personal and cultural education of all our students.At Friesland we have high expectations of ourselves and those around us, working collectively to develop and improve whilst enhancing the life opportunities of our students.We have a long track record of high attainment at both Y11 and Y13, alongside a wide and varied extra-curricular provision.

As someone interested in a role at our school we would urge you to come to visit us and see Friesland School for yourself, as there is no better way to learn about our wonderful school and what we offer.

The role:

Friesland School are looking to appoint an inspirational Teacher to join a committed and hardworking team, teaching Food Technology with Design and Technology to KS3. This role is perfect for an individual who is committed to students’ learning and ensuring they each achieve their full potential by consistently delivering engaging lessons. The successful candidate will join a team of effective, hardworking professionals, committed to providing an outstanding education for all students. The ideal candidate will join the popular subject and help to develop and motivate students to gain their best outcomes.

The person:

We are looking to appoint a colleague who is an excellent teacher and has the talent, drive and commitment to build on current strong foundations. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for food technology, with a drive to improving the outcomes of students at all key stages. They will be organised, able to plan ahead and have the ability to develop an engaging curriculum, continuing to develop the established success of the popular subject and department. They will have creative ideas and set challenges that motivate students both inside and outside the classroom, allowing students to explore their ideas and be proud of their achievements.

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience in teaching Food Technology plus Design and Technology. They will have a genuine desire to help and support our young people throughout this course, be able to teach all areas of Food Technology plus Design and Technology. For this role, Food Technology will be the main subject taught along with Design and Technology to KS3. They will be enthusiastic and self-motivated with a passion for teaching and learning.

What the school offers its staff

Why join us?

There are many reasons to choose The Two Counties Trust as a great place to start or continue your career.

We recognise the importance of a happy, healthy, rewarded and well motivated workforce and as such we have developed our HR strategy to invest in our employees. We have removed appraisal and appraisal related pay progression, changing the focus from validation to professional growth and enabling all our employees to get better all the time.

We are fully committed to supporting your career and professional growth through a range of routes both within schools and across the Trust and we offer extensive professional learning opportunities for all employees.

We offer:

• Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities.
• An array of employee benefits and lifestyle options including discounted healthcare, gym membership and extensive high street retail discounts.
• Entry to a career average pension scheme.
• Opportunities to experience and share practice in our partner schools across the Trust.
• A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals.
• Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career.
• We takethe wellbeing and health of employees seriously. We have a range of support mechanisms and benefits available to employees and the Trust has signed up to the Education Staff Wellbeing Charter.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in Regulated Activity relevant to children.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references and successful completion of vetting procedures.

In accordance with the statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be conducted as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates and a social media check will be required as a condition of employment.

We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and candidates with a disability who meet the essential job criteria will be given an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.

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.