Total 26 Art / Design / Entertainment job vacancies in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3DB

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Vacancy Details  Whitelands Academy is a warm, welcoming and busy school where staff and students strive to be the best they can be. .  We couldn’t do what we do without our fantastic staff team, and we are looking for a proactive and self-motivated Science and DT Technician to join our team.  If you are looking for a school support role, working in Secondary School, providing support to a variety of departments within school. Come and join us on this exciting journey and be part of helping every student reach their potential.   All About You  Do you have what it takes to join us? The Science Technician we would like to join us will: Have knowledge of health and safety within a school environment.  Have excellent organisational skills, able to manage a workload and prioritise.  Why Work for us?  We think you will love working with us and here are some of the reasons why:  We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos.  Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated to helping children succeed.  Our children are engaged and eager to learn.  We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community.  As part of The White Horse Federation multi-academy trust, we benefit from their support, encouragement, shared resources and outstanding CPD opportunities.  Why not come and see for yourself? We would love to welcome you to our school and show you around so that you can better understand our school environment. Please get in touch with the school office to arrange.  The White Horse Federation is a large Multi-Academy Trust in South West and South East England, committed to providing the very best education for our students. We believe in empowering our staff to be the very best they can be, and that is why you will find a wide range of professional development opportunities available to you when you join us.  Benefits:  We believe in valuing our staff, and one of the ways we can do that is by offering a range of benefits to our staff:  Car Purchase Scheme   Discounted Gym Membership Cycle to Work Scheme  Employee Assistance Programme   Excellent Pension Scheme  Ready to Apply?  We hope we have done enough to give you a flavour of what it is like to work here. If you would like come and join us, then please apply today – we are looking forward to hearing from you. 

Job Title: Design Manager - Major Highways Scheme

Location: Oxford, United Kingdom

Company: A renowned construction and infrastructure firm dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to complex challenges. With a strong track record of success, who specialise in large-scale projects that shape communities and drive progress. They are currently seeking a talented and experienced Design Manager to lead the design process for a prestigious £200 million highways scheme in Oxford.

Role Overview: As the Design Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the design process for the £200+ million highways scheme, serving as the design lead and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality design solutions that meet project requirements and objectives. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, external consultants, and stakeholders to develop innovative design concepts, manage the design process from concept to completion, and maintain compliance with regulatory standards and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design team and manage the design process for the £200 million highways scheme, from initial concept development to detailed design and construction documentation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and client representatives to understand project requirements, objectives, and constraints, ensuring alignment of design solutions with project goals.
• Develop and implement innovative design concepts and solutions that optimize functionality, efficiency, and sustainability while adhering to budgetary constraints and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, planners, and environmental specialists, to integrate design elements and ensure seamless project delivery.
• Oversee the preparation and review of design drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Manage the design review process, including internal design reviews, client presentations, and regulatory approvals, addressing feedback and resolving design-related issues in a timely manner.
• Monitor design progress and performance against project milestones and budgetary constraints, implementing corrective measures as necessary to mitigate risks and maintain project schedule.
• Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence within the design team, promoting innovation, professional development, and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Design Manager or similar role, with a track record of successfully leading design teams on large-scale infrastructure projects, ideally in the highways sector.
• Strong knowledge of design principles, standards, and practices related to highways and transportation infrastructure, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and resolve complex design-related issues.
• Proficiency in design software and tools, such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, or similar.
• Familiarity with relevant design standards and regulations, including DMRB, Highways England standards, and local authority requirements.
• Previous experience working on highways projects in the UK is highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Chance to work on a high-profile infrastructure project that will positively impact the community

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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.

Carbon60 are recruiting for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to work with global supplier of laser processing tools. They are a unique business based in Abingdon, suppling bespoke special purpose machinery that incorporate laser technology.

These senior electrical design engineer position is on a permanent basis and has become available due to continued growth and expansion. The ideal candidate will be someone that has a proven track record of delivering electrical distribution and control systems for special purpose machinery.

Role Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for designing LV distribution and control systems for bespoke machines which are utilised within a production/manufacturing environment.

• Produce single line and schematic diagrams using Solidworks electrical.
• Provide electrical calculations where appropriate.
• Create and maintain documentation for project technical file.
• Work with mechanical design department to produce panel layouts and wiring routes.
• PLC program design, implementation, and testing to devise solutions.
• Interpret customer supplied technical documentation.
• Electrical fault finding
• Electrical safety testing

Skills and Experience required:

• Relevant technical qualification in electrical engineering e.g., Degree/ HND
• Proven track record of delivering electrical distribution and control systems for special bespoke machinery.
• Sound knowledge of electrical CAD software, ideally SolidWorks but other packages considered.
• PLC programming/ coding experience
• Able to carry out electrical safety testing.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering company.

If you are interested in the role and want some more information, please contact Marika in the engineering team on 07425 354 032.

Interviews are being held shortly.

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

We are working with a Tier 1 contractor based near Reading to recruit a Design Manager to join the team.

The company are a national brand with an excellent reputation in their chosen marketplace and have excellent long term relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider supply chain and have a forward thinking approach to staff engagement and there are opportunities to grow and develop your career with them.

The regional office is based near Reading but the geographical area covers the M4 Corridor Reading and Oxford and they target work in the education, public sector, leisure and commercial marketplaces with a mix of negotiated and framework opportunities. Turnover for 2024 has been secured and 2025/6 is almost there so they are now in a position to be highly selective about what type of work they look at.

Current live projects include new build NHS and student schemes in Oxford, SEN schools, Life Sciences schemes, Office and local authority developments ranging from £25 to £90 million on JCT and NEC forms of contract.

The role of design Manager includes early involvement at tender and bid stage, working with the estimating and commercial teams to carry out a detailed and forensic investigation into the scheme and work on the key packages to explore and identify both opportunities and potential issues with critical pathways, carry out ve exercises where needed and use your skills and expertise to create detailed input for the tender and bid packages. You will be responsible for the information flow between client, consultants, subcontractors and your own internal teams and take the lead on the framework schemes.

You will be responsible for taking the scheme from tender, bid including full detailed 2nd stage works, contract award and finally onto site for the construction phase. You will be responsible for management and implementation of the design on site with the project manager and site delivery teams and subcontractors and take responsibility for managing rfi's, change process, cdm regulations etc. through to handover, commissioning.

You will ideally have worked for a tier 1 or larger regional contractor on schemes above £10 million and have experience of both D&B projects and framework negotiations, be able to demonstrate excellent work practices, attention to detail, organisational skills as well as the ability to identify opportunities and potential issues.

They are looking for experienced Design Managers as well as senior staff as part of their controlled growth and development and now is a brilliant time to join the business. They offer a competitive salary and package, hybrid working options, full training and bespoke development packages and the opportunities for advancement are unlimited - they regularly recognise, reward and promote the best internal talent.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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.

We are pleased to announce we are recruiting Support Workers to join our passionate care team in the heart of Oxfordshire.

We are looking to recruit vibrant, energetic and motivated Support Workers to work at our supported living service in Headington, Oxfordshire. Here we provide quality person-centred care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives.

No two days will be the same at this service in Headington, Oxfordshire as we support service users to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities including cooking/baking, walking, shopping and many more! We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in providing quality care and support to our residents and becoming part of our friendly and energetic staff team.

Your role will include:
- Providing personal care, administering medication and lone working
- Encouraging service users to engage in a range of exciting social activities both within and outside their homes,
- Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users and their families enabling them to enjoy their time at the service to the fullest,
- Full time hours (37.5 hours per week) and a willingness to work daytimes, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.

We are looking for Support Workers from all walks of life. No previous care experience is needed, just a passion for providing person-centred care and support and working in a bright, friendly environment! Full training is provided by our Creative Support Training Academy, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care.

Benefits of working with Creative Support:

• A one-off bonus of £100 upon successful completion of the 4-month probationary period
• Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution and 28 days annual leave
• Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff
• Free employee support programme
• All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out-of-hours teams
• Support to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and Social Care Diploma

Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Silver award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures.

We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.

We can only accept applications from candidate who are located in and eligible to work in the UK. Applicants seeking sponsorship – We can only accept candidates whose Visa is valid beyond three months of the listed closing date as we cannot guarantee The Right of Work.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

My client is looking for a client facing technical Solutions Architect to work on Content management and Publishing systems.
The ideal candidate will have previous hands-on web software development experience and be familiar with: XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, web services, SQL and API creation for web publishing.
The role could suit a senior developer or technical lead with strong communication and skills looking to move into a more client facing role.

Responsibilities:
Evaluate and prototype APIs for third party integrations.
Understand content and coordinate content conversions.
Understand and perform data migrations.
Propose and build UI using our state of the art drag and drop page builder.
Significant development work with CSS/HTML

Cyber Security Architect required to drive the current and future security across a range of applications, solutions and technologies. The Cyber Security Software Lead Architect owns and communicates the security strategy and practices of Digital product lines.

You will be responsible for application security of desktop, web and cloud product development.

Role requirements:
BS / MS / PhD in Science or Engineering with software experience or education.
Industry recognized Cyber Security Certification
Relevant industry experience of:
Cloud architecture, development, deployment and security.
Cloud and Application security technologies and practices (including OWASP)
Threat Modeling, risk analysis and application vulnerability assessment
Security practices, tools and techniques for DevSecOps and SDLC
Cloud Data Security and Technologies including encryption, signing, PKI and their application in data protection.
Micro Services architecture, development, deployment and security testing
Mobile Application development and security
Compliance frameworks (OWASP, NIST, COBIT and ISO 27001)
Security Certifications (Ex: CCSP, CCSS, CSSLP, CEH, GWAPT, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, etc)

Role responsibilities:
Secure coding work in a web application environment
Code from a security perspective and optimisation.
Consults on the securing of containers, load balancers and front-end applications.
Ensureing appropriate consistency of security practices across product lines, systems and solutions architecture across multiple projects.
Participates in defining the security vision and technology roadmap for Product Lines and assumes responsibility for issues of software and IT developments for executing this roadmap
Is the ultimate decision making authority regarding project security issues not solved by project architects.

Mechanical Design Engineer required to work on NPI, Test, Systems & Product Development R&D and manufacturing projects for complex test rigs. You will be experienced in designing and delivering complex miniature precision high tolerance mechanical products for high volume manufacturing injection moulding and vacuum casting processes.

Consumer Electronics and Display design and delivery experience would be highly desirable.

My client is a high technology company headquartered in Oxfordshire. They design and manufacture complete laser-based systems, supply subcontract laser manufacturing services and carry out after sales services.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the design and development of Micro Machining and High Speed Imaging systems

In this role you will be expected to be creative and innovative in the generation of concepts and detailed designs using 3D CAD and FEA simulation tools. Your responsibilities will include the generation of drawings and MRP data for both internal and external customers using approved procedures and processes.

Responsibilities
This is a wide-ranging role in mechanical design

" Produce concept and detailed designs using 3D CAD ensuring that solutions are fit for purpose and cost effective.
" Use FEA tools to simulate mechanical behaviour
" Generate and amend drawings and documentation to appropriate standards including BS8888
" Investigate and define answers to design problems via NCR's and ECR's
" Generate and maintain detailed BoM's
" To work in accordance with safety procedures detailed within the Health and Safety manual, taking care to avoid injury to themselves and others at work.
" Working to the highest professional standards both in house and at customers sites
The Person
" Should readily take ownership of their tasks and complete them with their very best endeavours and to the best of their ability.
" Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and to manage own workload to meet each individual task in good time.
" Should fit comfortably in a very technical environment with a highly qualified and experienced staff.
" Should enjoy working in a small organisation where he/she has a considerable level of responsibility, but also needs to perform basic tasks on occasion. Willingness to support other aspects of the business or deliver other tasks as the company may require.
" Ability to innovate and work with minimum supervision
" A "can do" attitude.
" Proactive problem-solving capability - able to take problem ownership and drive solutions forward, working to tight deadlines in a customer focused manner
" Team player; demonstrated ability to work closely with other team members.
Education,

Experience & Skills
Essential " A minimum of 5 year's experience working in a mechanical design role in a high technology company
" Experience of using 3D CAD packages. AutoCAD Inventor and Vault would be an advantage
" Experience of MRP systems and BoM maintenance
" Degree level of education preferred but not essential

Desirable " An understanding on aspects of mechanical engineering, including structural analysis.
" An understanding of materials, treatments and finishes, and their environmental implications
" A proven ability to support change within an organisation
" Candidates must have legal right to work in the UK and be commutable to our site in Oxfordshire

We are pleased to announce we are recruiting Support Workers to join our passionate care team in the heart of Oxfordshire.

We are looking to recruit vibrant, energetic and motivated Support Workers to work at our supported living service in Headington, Oxfordshire. Here we provide quality person-centred care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives.

No two days will be the same at this service in Headington, Oxfordshire as we support service users to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities including cooking/baking, walking, shopping and many more! We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in providing quality care and support to our residents and becoming part of our friendly and energetic staff team.

Your role will include:

- Providing personal care, administering medication and lone working
- Encouraging service users to engage in a range of exciting social activities both within and outside their homes,
- Developing warm and trusting relationships with service users and their families enabling them to enjoy their time at the service to the fullest,
- Full time hours (37.5 hours per week) and a willingness to work daytimes, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.

We are looking for Support Workers from all walks of life. No previous care experience is needed, just a passion for providing person-centred care and support and working in a bright, friendly environment! Full training is provided by our Creative Support Training Academy, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care.

Benefits of working with Creative Support:

• A one-off bonus of £100 upon successful completion of the 4-month probationary period
• Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution and 28 days annual leave
• Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff
• Free employee support programme
• All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out-of-hours teams
• Support to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and Social Care Diploma

Creative Support is a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Silver award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures.
We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.

We can only accept applications from candidate who are located in and eligible to work in the UK.

Applicants seeking sponsorship – We can only accept candidates whose Visa is valid beyond three months of the listed closing date as we cannot guarantee The Right of Work.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Henley, Berkshire, UK
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Hours of work: 0900 - 1700 Monday to Thursday. (0900 - 1530 Friday)

Your new company
Our client is an internationally recognised water-boosting solutions provider with an exceptional reputation for product innovation, quality, and reliability. They have provided innovative solutions for over 100 years and are looking to grow as a global company. They are the UK\'s lead in what they do, and decades of engineering have ensured that all products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality. This company believes that the people are key to their success and have dedicated themselves to building a team of highly skilled professionals who work as one to maintain the high standards they have set. They are now looking to expand this team with a new Design Engineer.

Your new role
You will become a crucial part of the RDD team, working diligently to produce exciting and disruptive products. You will be directly involved in developing technical solutions that align with the requirements of design briefs and create working concepts using handmade or prototype parts. Throughout the development phases, you will plan and conduct tests to verify the suitability of a solution. Also, assessing technical risks, defining development plans, and report on project delivery. Resolving product designs for mass manufacture, considering Design for Manufacture, tolerance, and real-world application. As an effective communicator, you will express yourself verbally, in writing, and through sketches & drawings. You'll handle 3D CAD and design requirements of mechanical systems from concept to production. This involves producing solid modelled parts and assemblies, fully tolerated production drawings, and assembly drawings. You will be responsible for upgrading our clients\' product in a number of different ways, including but not limited to reducing cost, improving efficiency and reducing waste products.

What you\'ll need to succeed
Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in Design Engineering, Product Design or equivalent.
• Practical experience of 3D CAD and PLM systems.
• Experience in pump / valve design including fluid mechanics.
• Experience designing parts and assemblies for mass manufacture.
• Working knowledge and practical application of fluid dynamics principles.
• 8 plus years of practical experience in product design, engineering, or design engineering.
• Knowledge & experience of pump design, including impellor design, volute design and pump design for manufacture.
• Experience in testing and validation to ensure the stability of a solution through the development phases.

Skills

• A creative problem solver with the ability to multitask in a changing environment.
• An analytical & challenging mindset with an eye for detail.
• A good understanding of mechanical systems and awareness of the application of electrical and electronic principles.
• Champion of great design.
• Aptitude for project management; understanding the sequence of activities and effectively planning and mitigating risks.

What you\'ll get in return

• A salary of £50,000, with a range of added benefits:
• Following successful completion of the probationary period, ability to work from home, in accordance with the hybrid working policy.
• Eligibility to participate in the discretionary Annual Management Bonus Scheme capped at 18% of basic salary - full details will be provided at Induction.
• 25 days of holiday per calendar year (1 January to 31 December). Employees are required to take a set number of days of their entitlement during the Company's Christmas and New Year shutdown - details will be advised annually.
• Following successful completion of the Probationary Period, entitlement to Private Medical Insurance for the employee and their family.
• Following successful completion of the Probationary Period, and if eligible, enrolment into the Group Personal Pension Plan (which is a qualifying Workplace Pension under the Government rules). Once enroled, employees will be required to contribute 3% of basic salary to the Scheme and the Company will contribute 6% - full details will be provided at Induction.
• Following successful completion of the Probationary Period, eligibility for Life Assurance cover of 1 x basic salary, subject to acceptance by the insurers. If joined, and remain in the Group Pension Plan, Life Assurance cover will automatically increase to 2 x basic salary.
• Following successful completion of the Probationary period, enrolment in the Company Health Cash plan with our insurance partner, HealthShield.

What you need to do now
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