Total 16 Art / Design / Entertainment job vacancies in Bedford, MK42 9AP

Senior Solutions Architect

£80,000 per annum

Bedford Based (2 days a week)

Hybrid Working

Permanent

As Senior Solutions Architect at Money and Pensions Service (MaPS), you will be responsible for developing solutions to specified requirements and to agreed level of quality. This will include integrations into other technologies in order to deliver the required user experience.

You will collaborate with other team members including Product Owner, Delivery Manager, Architect and Test Engineer, and you will develop a deep understanding of MaPs IT capabilities and coach others and lead multiple architecture projects or programmes.

The overall MaPS architecture includes – AEM, React, React.JS, D365, Power Platform, .Net, JavaScript, Azure functions, Azure DevOps Tooling and more.

Here is an insight to Money and Pension Service:

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves to our values.

We care about our colleagues and people whose lives we are here to transform, we will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections, and we are committed to transforming lives and make a positive societal impact.

We help people – particularly those most in need – to improve their financial wellbeing and build a better, more confident future. Working collaboratively across the UK, we make sure customers can access high-quality money and pensions guidance and debt advice throughout their lives, however and whenever they need it.

By fostering our values, we are very proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. We are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds, we want our colleagues to reflect our customers and the people we assist.

In this role you will be responsible for the following;

• Developing our digital products, with a focus on efficient, modular and maintainable code.
• Collaborating within an agile team, working closely with other developers, designers, editors, product owners and testers to deliver the best possible digital experiences.
• Using ADO (Azure DevOps) to manage work and tasks, collaborating with other agile team members.
• Engaging collaboratively with Architecture and DevOps on solutions design and implementation to ensure robust and well supported software.
• Collaborating with other digital disciplines (eg. UX, Analytics) to produce accessible digital experiences.
• Following GDS guidelines for Government Digital Services.
• Writing and reviewing technical documentation.
• Participating in our agile planning, estimation and delivery processes.
• Peer reviewing code developed as part of our workflow.
• Able to self-manage including keeping technical knowledge up to date.
• Promoting collaborative working, efficiencies and knowledge transfer.
• Actively participating within the wider community of practice; advocating engineering best practices and sharing knowledge/experience.
• Mentoring and providing guidance to other developers.
• Leading/facilitating technical discussions and engaging with external delivery partners as appropriate.
• Work in an Agile manner and champion across the team.

Skills needed for this role:

• Communicate between the technical and non-technical stake holders at all levels.
• Speak on behalf of technical teams and facilitate relationships with indirect stakeholders.
• Understand how governance works and what governance is required and take responsibility for the assurance of a service and know what risks need to be managed.
• Make decisions characterised by managed levels of risk and complexity and recommend decisions as risk and complexity increase.
• Resolve technical disputes between wider peers and indirect stakeholders, considering all views and opinions.
• Apply strategy, using and challenging patterns, standards, policies, roadmaps and vision statements and provide guidance.
• Design systems characterised by managed levels of risk, manageable business and technical complexity, and meaningful impact.
• Work with well understood technology and identify appropriate patterns, understanding the whole context
• Understand trends and practices outside your team and how these will impact your work and see how your work fits into the broader strategy and historical context and consider the patterns and interactions on a larger scale.

You will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience;

• Extensive experience with React (SSR) and Next.JS.
• Experience in Headed and Headless content management and its application to websites and tools.
• Strong technical expertise with .NET, Visual Studio, JavaScript, C# and Plugins (Ideally have experience working with Genesys APIs or similar).
• Experience with Terraform and Netlify is desirable.
• Solution Design Experience with Dynamics 365.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform tools such as Power Automate, Dataverse and Power Apps.
• Experience in Azure Function apps integrations including monitoring them for performance and failures.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure Devops deployments and pipeline setup
• Agile delivery methodology and experience.
• Experience with web based integrations around OAUTH and Entra ID

About MaPS:
At MaPS, we help people – particularly those most in need – to improve their financial wellbeing and build a better, more confident future. Working collaboratively across the UK, we make sure customers can access high-quality money and pensions guidance and debt advice throughout their lives, however and whenever they need it.

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people in and around Bedford to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves to our values: -
• Caring - We care about our colleagues and people whose lives we are here to transform.
• Connecting - We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections.
• Transforming - We are committed to transforming lives and make a positive societal impact.


Our inclusive working environment:
By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds.

We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”

By way of brief example, we have an enviable ethnic diversity mix, equal gender balance with a zero mean gender pay gap and thriving colleague and ally networks, including LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men's health, ethnicity, and diversity.


What Money and Pensions Service can offer you?
• Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
• Interest-free loan to help you buy season tickets for buses and trains
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Subsidised eye test & flu jabs
• Life assurance scheme
• Give as you earn scheme
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing)
• Enhanced family and sick pay
• Paid volunteering (2 days a year)
• Recognition Scheme
• Discounts portal to numerous retailers

At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. Most of our roles can operate on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, noncontractual arrangement and your office will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs.

Job Reference: MaPS00720
Close Date: 21/11/2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Copart UK is the global leader in online vehicle remarketing and recycling, leading the way in sustainability. Founded in 1982 in the US, we offer a unique online marketplace, powered by patented, cutting-edge technology, connecting hundreds of thousands of buyers to millions of vehicles and green parts.

With a national footprint across 25 locations, including a 400+ transport fleet and almost 1,000 acres of land, Copart UK is a trusted service partner, committed to caring about its customers and communities by providing speed, ease and reliability.

We're looking for a Midweight Graphic Designer to join our growing UK Marketing team. Reporting to the Head of Creative, you'll have the opportunity to develop and produce highly creative, high-quality branding and campaign work across multiple channels and brands. We are looking for a collaborative and proactive Designer, who has the initiative to produce on-brand content and the organisational skills to project manage.

If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety in what you do, and is excited about helping to build a global brand, we'd love to speak with you.

Responsibilities include:

• Producing high-quality visual assets including, but not limited to, email, banners, videos, infographics, and interactive elements to support campaigns.
• Creating offline assets such as OOH adverts, leaflets, posters, brochures and large-scale artwork for events.
• Ensuring the design aesthetic is consistent across all touch points.
• Providing outstanding creative design solutions as well as accurate amends, ensuring the brief is fulfilled to the highest standard and delivered to schedule.
• Retouching and enhancing imagery to ensure high-quality visual standard to be used across various channels.
• Participating in creative review sessions, to share best practice and generate new ideas and initiatives to drive our brand forwards.
• Liaising with external agencies and freelancers when needed, to supplement in-house capacity.

This role would suit you if you are:

• Self-motivated and driven; with confidence in owning projects & using your initiative.
• Highly constructive, collaborative and a team player.
• Have creative flair & excellent design skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Have meticulous organisational skills, the ability to meet deadlines and to multi-task in a dynamic work environment.
• Able to bring ideas to life with the resilience to constructively work with feedback.
• Able to work effectively under deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Have a passion for new software, technology, design trends & new media.
• Able to travel with work when required.

What we need from you:

Essential

• At least 4-5 years design experience in an in-house design team, marketing agency, or as a freelance designer.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating a variety of design skills & experience.
• The ability to confidently communicate your ideas both verbally and visually.
• High proficiency in creating / designing PowerPoint and Microsoft templates.
• The ability to work on multiple projects efficiently and simultaneously.
• Highly skilled in the use of Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Graphic Design degree or equivalent qualifications.

Desirable

• Experience with video or motion graphics using industry-standard software including Premier Pro and After Effects would be an advantage
• Previous experience working within the automotive sector

What we offer you in return:

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day per year to celebrate a special occasion to you
• A further paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Life Assurance cover
• Medicash Cover - look after you and your family by providing a range of positive health care benefits
• Contributory workplace pension plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• The ability to purchase shares in our successful global company at a discounted rate
• An exclusive deals and discounts website, saving you money on everyday purchases, treats for the family, eating out, and utility bills for the home.

Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.

Design and Technology Teaching Roles - Bedford

Tick Education are seeking to recruit Design and Technology Teachers in Bedford and surrounding areas for Daily, Short term and Long-Term supply. Tick Education wish to recruit driven, enthusiastic, and creative Design and Technology teachers to join our highly successful supply bank. These posts would suit an ambitious ECT or a more experienced teacher. If you are passionate about your subject and wish to impart this to students, then get in touch with Tick Education today.

Candidates in our Design and Technology teaching roles will have:

• Education to degree standard
• Evidence of professional development
• Understanding of current educational issues
• Knowledge and understanding of subject specific issues e.g. syllabus content
• Some understanding of how data supports the raising of standards
• Experience of teaching at Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Understanding of different learning styles
• Very good or outstanding classroom practitioner
• Very good or outstanding organisational skills

Why Tick Education?

Tick Education supply compliant and committed teaching staff across Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire, and Hertfordshire. Tick Education have a combined 40 years’ experience in the education recruitment sector and draw from a wealth of industry knowledge.

As Design and Technology Teachers in Bedford and surrounding areas, you can expect a personalised service, a dedicated consultant and a variety of roles. We develop excellent relationships with our candidates and clients alike. Our experience has given us a real understanding of our clients’ needs and what our candidates value most.

So how do I apply?

To find out more about the Design and Technology Teachers roles in Bedford and surrounding areas, get in touch today and send in your CV to info@tickeducation.co.uk. We will give you a call and set up a registration with you, where we will discuss your requirements, compliance and pay rates. Alternatively contact details can be found on our website www.tickeducation.co.uk

Photograph a range of events including weddings, parties, and other special occasions.
Set up and test lighting equipment to suit different environments, ensuring proper exposure and lighting balance.
Adjust camera settings to achieve optimal exposure and focus for each shot.
Collaborate with the event team to understand the client's needs and ensure the photography aligns with the event’s theme.
Assist with the organization and maintenance of photography equipment, ensuring it is ready for each event.
Work with clients and event attendees to capture candid shots, group photos, and key moments.
Transfer images from camera or storage card to computer for editing and processing.
Deliver images in formats suitable for both digital and print use.

Senior Design Engineer

Bedfordshire
£40,000 - £55,000 (Plus a shift premium - 26 days Holiday + Banks, Company pension, employee assistance programme, private health insurance

Our client is a leading researcher in an innovative industry supplying into a variety of different sectors. The company operate via innovative methods, they are looking for an Senior Design Engineer.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Development of mechanical design solutions in a multi-disciplinary

Environment.

• producing 2D and 3D designs for issue to Production Engineering.
• Carrying out load calculations to determine stresses, informing material types, as well as considering requirements for instrumentation and pressure plotting.
• Assign Drawing Numbers (D Numbers) and Assembly Numbers (A Numbers) to
• parts within scope of allocated work, using 4C software.
• Be the technical lead for projects.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• A 2.1 or above in a relevant Mechanical Engineering discipline or HND or equivalent in technical discipline.
• Knowledge of relevant software packages preferably Catia, Isight, Matlab, Abacus, other FEA.
• UK Citizen
• Knowledge of design for manufacture.

If you are interested in this role or looking for something similar, please contact our Managing Consultant Tom Davies directly at Tomd@hunterselection.co.uk or call them for a confidential discussion on 01275 371981.

Hunter Selection is a nationwide provider of recruitment services in ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING, SERVICE & TECHNOLOGY. Find out more about us and search all our current vacancies at hunterselection.co.uk

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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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The delivery of design outputs commensurate with industry and customer standards for use on the customer project.

Specific delivery requirements:
The Consultancy is to deliver engineering design outputs to meet the programme schedule, monitored, adjusted and mutually agreed with Client Delivery Manager and Project Manager over the given timeframe.
Support Client at any customer liaison meetings.
Each delivery shall have no fundamental engineering issues that affect compliance, fit, form or function.
All other issues must be resolved withing one loop of rework.
Under these two criteria the delivery will be considered “On Quality”, all rework outside of this is considered to be at the consultancy services cost.
Changes in customer requirements will not be counted as not on quality.
Each delivery shall be in line as agreed with Client Delivery Manager/Capability Manager.
On Time Delivery of 95% is expected, additional time spent on late deliveries is considered to be at the consultancy services cost.
The Consultancy is to provide weekly timesheets and a monthly Milestone completion certificate to be used during the reconciliation process.

Deliverables:
Embody Change Requests to models/drawings
Design UMC 2D to 3D Production draw sets

Specific Skills. CAD NX (creation of 3D draw sets). Liaison with team and customer.
Specific experience. Atleast 5 years experience in aerostructures Design.
UK BPSS cleared for customer Commercial Platform Aerospace work package.

Are you a warm, highly motivated person with person-centred values who can empower and support people with a learning disability to transform their lives? Are you creative, proactive and willing to go the extra mile to enable people to achieve their aspirations?

We are recruiting Support Workers to join an established team of staff supporting people to enjoy an excellent quality of life. The Supported Living services in Bedford, support individuals with learning disabilities, mental health and autistic spectrum.

We offer an empowering model of support which enables people to lead fulfilling and valued lives, to participate in their local community, develop independent living skills and achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes. As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and goals.

This rewarding role will require flexibility across the week and your working time will involve working shifts which include evenings, weekends, waking nights and bank holidays. A high level of motivation and personal commitment is required along with demonstrable skills in engaging service users in planning their support. You will also be expected to work professionally alongside Care Managers and health professionals and to communicate positively with families, carers and friends.

Although we value relevant experience of supporting people with a learning disability or autism you do not need to have prior experience if you can demonstrate a ‘can-do approach’, person-centred values, energy and commitment. You will need good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to develop good quality support plans. You will have a strong work ethic and duty of care and be able to contribute to a positive, team approach.

If you do not already have a relevant vocational qualification in health or social care we will support you to complete the Care Certificate and an accredited Health & Social Care Diploma. In return we will offer you good conditions of service, supportive management and prospects for future career progression. Applications from graduates in any discipline are welcomed. You must enjoy good health and be able to carry out all expected care and daily living tasks.

Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently looking for Support Workers to join our team in Bedfordshire.

Benefits of working with Creative Support:

We offer all employees competitive pay and a pension contribution in addition to 28 days annual leave. As an employer that is committed to the professional development of our staff we also support our care staff to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and pay for your enhanced DBS. Additional benefits include enhanced maternity leave, employee support programmes and an additional day of leave each year on or around your Birthday.

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 Gold award. We actively encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and cultures, however we can only accept fully completed applications from those located in and eligible to work within the UK – Please be aware we are currently at full capacity with our Visa Sponsor Licenses, therefore we are not accepting applicants who are seeking sponsorship.

We are also not accepting applicants who are currently on a Skilled Worker Visa, seeking secondary employment, as we are unable to actively track the hours worked with the primary sponsor.

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 do not notify unsuccessful candidates of their outcome at application stage, previously unsuccessful applicants must wait six months before reapplying.

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We are currently recruiting for enthusiastic and motivated Support Workers to join our beautiful countryside residential service in Harrold, Bedford. If you would like a rewarding role that includes working with people who have learning and physical disabilities to achieve their life goals and join the local community then we would love to hear from you.

Our service users at Dove Lane enjoy local walks around the village and Harrold Country Park where they love visiting the café. Other activities include visiting garden centres, feeding the doves, pamper sessions, arts & crafts, baking, rugby, big board games and sensory sessions. Creative Support is a non-profit provider of personalised care and support services for a wide range of service users.

Day-to-day tasks of the role would include:

• Supporting service users inside the home and out in the
• Supporting service users to retain as much of their independence
• Engaging in activities with the tenants and encouraging them to take up hobbies and achieve their personal goals
• Collaborating with service users, family members and other involved professionals to provide excellent person-centred care for service users
• Working as part of a team and alone inside service users’ homes
• Assisting with the day-to-day running of the service, including administering medication, paperwork, emails and other office duties
• Providing respectful personal care and helping service users retain their dignity at all times

Experience of working with people who have learning and physical disabilities is beneficial but not essential as you will be provided with full training for the role.

The service, located in Harrold, Bedford and is easily accessible by bus routes using the number 25 bus. If you’re a driver, there is free parking on-site for staff. You will be working in a supportive environment with a staff team who are welcoming, kind and caring.

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

We offer choices of weekly or monthly pay.

We are a passionate, inclusive and anti-racist organisation. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. As a Disability Confident Employer we welcome applications from people with a disability, and as a proud Stonewall Diversity Champion we actively encourage applications from the LGBTQ+ community.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within 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.

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently looking for Residential Support Workers to join our established team in Bedford, Bedfordshire located off of Goldington Road.

Our residential support workers provide care and support for 5 individuals with learning and physical disabilities, and other needs to enjoy an excellent quality of life in this residential care home. If you would like the rewarding role of working with people who have learning disabilities to achieve their life goals and join the local community (subject to COVID-restrictions) then we would love to hear from you.

The service is located 10 minutes from Bedford town centre off of the Goldington Road and near to Goldington Green. There is free onsite and on-street parking for staff and good transport links via the Number 10 and 27 buses. The service is a large bungalow with an expansive garden which the individuals love to spend time in during the warmer weather. Each service user has their own personalised bedroom and share a large communal living room complete with an aquarium and arts and crafts station, as well as a large shared kitchen where they enjoy eating meals together.

Individuals living at the service are sociable and active and enjoy lots of interaction with their staff. They enjoy spending quality time with the staff team at the service and out in the community. Examples of activities include walks around the local area, going shopping, sensory activities, shopping in the town centre, day trips out, visiting arts and crafts, and board games.

Support Worker Duties Include:

• Providing respectful and dignified personal care
• Medication administration
• Working shifts which include evenings, weekends and bank holidays
• Supporting service users with the activities they enjoy, such as bowling and going on walks around the Bedford area
• Collaborating with colleagues, families and involved professionals to ensure a coordinated and consistent service
• Supporting individuals to manage all aspects of their home environment and ensure it is reflective of their personal tastes and preferences
• Support with budgeting and finances
• Support with cooking and meal preparation
Experience is not essential for this role as full training will be provided. However, you must be able to demonstrate a warm and caring personality with a positive and proactive approach to the role. We welcome applications from experienced practitioners, graduates and individuals looking to pursue a career in social care.

Benefits of working with Creative Support:

• Comprehensive induction to Creative Support and your new place of work
• Free 24/7 counselling and employee support programme
• Support to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and the opportunity to undertake a diploma qualification
• Access to extensive training to support you to develop within your role
• Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution
• 28 days annual leave, pro rata
• Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff
• All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out of hours teams
• Choice of weekly or monthly pay
• One-off bonus of £250 on successful completion of a four-month probation period
• ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme

We are a passionate, inclusive and anti-racist organisation. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. As a Disability Confident Employer we welcome applications from people with a disability, and as a proud Stonewall Diversity Champion we actively encourage applications from the LGBT+ community.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within 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

Creative Support is a non-profit provider of personalised care and support services for a wide range of service users. We are currently recruiting for enthusiastic and motivated Support Workers to join our residential service in Bromham, Bedford. If you would like a rewarding role that includes working with people who have learning and physical disabilities to achieve their life goals and join the local community (subject to COVID-restrictions) then we would love to hear from you.

Our service users at 3 The Glade, Bromham enjoy going out on local walks, watching films, bowling, discos, and going out shopping where we might even stop for a bite to eat! We are looking for support workers who are active, engaged and will empower these people to improve their independence and quality of life.

Day-to-day tasks of Support Workers would include:

• Supporting service users inside their own home and out in the Bromham community (subject to COVID-restrictions)
• Supporting service users to retain their independence by teaching life skills, such as shopping, using public transport and cooking
• Engaging in activities with the service users and encouraging them to take up hobbies and achieve their personal goals
• Providing emotional support for an individual and their families.
• Providing respectful personal care and helping service users retain their dignity at all times
• Assisting with the day-to-day running of the service, including administering medication, paperwork, emails and other office duties

Experience of working with people who have learning disabilities and/or autism is beneficial but isn’t essential as you will be provided with full training for the role. 3 The Glade has a great work culture and you will join a team who will support you to grow and develop.

Drivers are beneficial due to the location of this service. However, there are some bus stops nearby and if you are a driver, there is free parking offsite for staff.
Why you should work for us:

Creative Support is a company that cares and has recently obtained the Investors in People (IIP) Silver Award which means:

• You will receive ongoing training and will be supported with any further goals you wish to achieve
• You will always work in a COVID-secure environment including full PPE at all times and weekly testing
• Free-of-charge DBS certificate
• Free access to Health Assured
• Choice of weekly or monthly pay

We are a passionate, inclusive and anti-racist organisation. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. As a Disability Confident Employer we welcome applications from people with a disability, and as a proud Stonewall Diversity Champion we actively encourage applications from the LGBT+ community.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within 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.

We would encourage candidates to apply to this post as soon as possible. If we receive a large number of applications we may process these prior to the deadline.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Working within our Bedfordshire services you will be able to develop positive professional relationships with people we support, their families and other professionals.

As part of your role you will directly support service user with care and activities.

Team Leader Duties:

- You will lead the onsite care team within our Supported Living Services to provide person centred care and support to older people at the service. This includes providing respectful personal care, emotional support and practical support with activities of daily living,
- You will supervise staff and manage the service rota to deploy staff time efficiently in line with service user needs and preferences,
- You will liaise with families and professionals to plan and review care to maximise outcomes, ensuring the individual is always at the centre of their care and support.

We are looking for team leader to work alongside our existing management team, based predominantly in Poplar Tree Court. Poplar Tree is a service for up to 18 adults. They adults have mixed needs ranging from personal care, moving and handling and also residents who live very independently.

The team leader will be required to lead a team of support workers to ensure that the service provides outstanding care to our residents. They will be responsive to issues, take ownership of audit and quality assurance work, health and safety, and line manage a number of support staff. They will work alongside the registered manager to lead on all aspects of CQC Regulation and internal governance. They will ensure good communication with the wider team and ensure our service users enjoy a varied range of person centred activities, whilst living in a high quality home.
The right candidate will be person centered, organised, and have experience of line management as well as working within a CQC registered service supporting adults with a range of health needs.

In return we offer a wide range of benefits including:
• QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 and 5
• Free life assurance
• Pension with company contribution
• Highly serviced employee advice line
• A range of employee discounts
• Choice of weekly or monthly pay.

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 can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within 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.

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

We are currently recruiting for enthusiastic and motivated Support Workers to join our beautiful countryside residential service in Harrold, Bedford. If you would like a rewarding role that includes working with people who have learning and physical disabilities to achieve their life goals and join the local community then we would love to hear from you.

Our service users at Dove Lane enjoy local walks around the village and Harrold Country Park where they love visiting the café. Other activities include visiting garden centres, feeding the doves, pamper sessions, arts & crafts, baking, rugby, big board games and sensory sessions. Creative Support is a non-profit provider of personalised care and support services for a wide range of service users.

Day-to-day tasks of the role would include:

• Supporting service users inside the home and out in the
• Supporting service users to retain as much of their independence
• Engaging in activities with the tenants and encouraging them to take up hobbies and achieve their personal goals
• Collaborating with service users, family members and other involved professionals to provide excellent person-centred care for service users
• Working as part of a team and alone inside service users’ homes
• Assisting with the day-to-day running of the service, including administering medication, paperwork, emails and other office duties
• Providing respectful personal care and helping service users retain their dignity at all times

Experience of working with people who have learning and physical disabilities is beneficial but not essential as you will be provided with full training for the role.

The service, located in Harrold, Bedford and is easily accessible by bus routes using the number 25 bus. If you’re a driver, there is free parking on-site for staff. You will be working in a supportive environment with a staff team who are welcoming, kind and caring.

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

We offer choices of weekly or monthly pay.

We are a passionate, inclusive and anti-racist organisation. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. As a Disability Confident Employer we welcome applications from people with a disability, and as a proud Stonewall Diversity Champion we actively encourage applications from the LGBTQ+ community.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within 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.

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.

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Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently looking for Residential Support Workers to join our established team in Bedford, Bedfordshire located off of Goldington Road.

Our residential support workers provide care and support for 5 individuals with learning and physical disabilities, and other needs to enjoy an excellent quality of life in this residential care home. If you would like the rewarding role of working with people who have learning disabilities to achieve their life goals and join the local community (subject to COVID-restrictions) then we would love to hear from you.

The service is located 10 minutes from Bedford town centre off of the Goldington Road and near to Goldington Green. There is free onsite and on-street parking for staff and good transport links via the Number 10 and 27 buses. The service is a large bungalow with an expansive garden which the individuals love to spend time in during the warmer weather. Each service user has their own personalised bedroom and share a large communal living room complete with an aquarium and arts and crafts station, as well as a large shared kitchen where they enjoy eating meals together.

Individuals living at the service are sociable and active and enjoy lots of interaction with their staff. They enjoy spending quality time with the staff team at the service and out in the community. Examples of activities include walks around the local area, going shopping, sensory activities, shopping in the town centre, day trips out, visiting arts and crafts, and board games.

Support Worker Duties Include:

• Providing respectful and dignified personal care
• Medication administration
• Working shifts which include evenings, weekends and bank holidays
• Supporting service users with the activities they enjoy, such as bowling and going on walks around the Bedford area
• Collaborating with colleagues, families and involved professionals to ensure a coordinated and consistent service
• Supporting individuals to manage all aspects of their home environment and ensure it is reflective of their personal tastes and preferences
• Support with budgeting and finances
• Support with cooking and meal preparation

Experience is not essential for this role as full training will be provided. However, you must be able to demonstrate a warm and caring personality with a positive and proactive approach to the role. We welcome applications from experienced practitioners, graduates and individuals looking to pursue a career in social care.

Benefits of working with Creative Support:

• Comprehensive induction to Creative Support and your new place of work
• Free 24/7 counselling and employee support programme
• Support to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and the opportunity to undertake a diploma qualification
• Access to extensive training to support you to develop within your role
• Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution
• 28 days annual leave, pro rata
• Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff
• All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out of hours teams
• Choice of weekly or monthly pay
• One-off bonus of £250 on successful completion of a four-month probation period
• ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme

We are a passionate, inclusive and anti-racist organisation. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. As a Disability Confident Employer we welcome applications from people with a disability, and as a proud Stonewall Diversity Champion we actively encourage applications from the LGBT+ community.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within 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.

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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer at a market-leading group in providing services and systems to customers in the automotive, transport, tyre, petrochemical and defence industries. Part of this role will be to engineer and design solutions covering a broad range of integration and conversion projects.

We are looking for Mechanical Design Engineers to join this outstanding company that specialise in vehicle testing and engineering services in automotive.

The company is looking for candidates with varied levels of experience in Automotive engineering and is experienced in CAD, modelling, assemblies and technical drawings preferably in SolidWorks.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design and engineer integration solutions and automotive upgrades on a range of vehicles including passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, trucks and buses.
• Work with other engineering specialists (Electrical, electronic, software, production) to provide automotive conversion services to our clients
• Consider both technical and commercial aspects for new programmes and projects

Person Specification Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Skills:

• Automotive engineering to vehicle manufacturer quality standards
• Experienced in CAD, modelling, assemblies and technical drawings preferably in SolidWorks
• CAD surfacing skills are highly desirable
• Knowledge of vehicle systems, legislative requirements and equipment supplier capabilities
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Problem solving and innovation
• Flexibility to travel (within UK and Overseas) as and when required
• Full UK driving license

Shift pattern is Monday - Friday

If you fit the criteria and are interested apply now, interviews will be held shortly. For more information contact Carbon60

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

Creative Support is a non-profit provider of personalised care and support services for a wide range of service users. We are currently recruiting for enthusiastic and motivated Support Workers to join our residential service in Bromham, Bedford. If you would like a rewarding role that includes working with people who have learning and physical disabilities to achieve their life goals and join the local community (subject to COVID-restrictions) then we would love to hear from you.

Our service users at 3 The Glade, Bromham enjoy going out on local walks, watching films, bowling, discos, and going out shopping where we might even stop for a bite to eat! We are looking for support workers who are active, engaged and will empower these people to improve their independence and quality of life.

Day-to-day tasks of Support Workers would include:

• Supporting service users inside their own home and out in the Bromham community (subject to COVID-restrictions)
• Supporting service users to retain their independence by teaching life skills, such as shopping, using public transport and cooking
• Engaging in activities with the service users and encouraging them to take up hobbies and achieve their personal goals
• Providing emotional support for an individual and their families.
• Providing respectful personal care and helping service users retain their dignity at all times
• Assisting with the day-to-day running of the service, including administering medication, paperwork, emails and other office duties

Experience of working with people who have learning disabilities and/or autism is beneficial but isn’t essential as you will be provided with full training for the role. 3 The Glade has a great work culture and you will join a team who will support you to grow and develop.

Drivers are beneficial due to the location of this service. However, there are some bus stops nearby and if you are a driver, there is free parking offsite for staff.

Why you should work for us:

Creative Support is a company that cares and has recently obtained the Investors in People (IIP) Silver Award which means:
• You will receive ongoing training and will be supported with any further goals you wish to achieve
• You will always work in a COVID-secure environment including full PPE at all times and weekly testing
• Free-of-charge DBS certificate
• Free access to Health Assured
• Choice of weekly or monthly pay

We are a passionate, inclusive and anti-racist organisation. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. As a Disability Confident Employer we welcome applications from people with a disability, and as a proud Stonewall Diversity Champion we actively encourage applications from the LGBT+ community.

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

We would encourage candidates to apply to this post as soon as possible. If we receive a large number of applications we may process these prior to the deadline.

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