Total 14 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, FY6 7HE

This exciting opportunity is for a high-performing senior project manager to join our team delivering over £400 million investment program at our Coppermills Water Treatment site.

We are in the exciting phase of procuring a design-and-build contractor. In this role, you will collaborate with the contractor to deliver the project program and budget and shape the procurement strategy for further significant investments in AMP9.

What you’ll be doing as a Senior Project Manager

- You’ll be a client-side Senior Project Manager responsible for the investment from initial design through construction and completion.
- Overall accountability for project programme, cost and quality and leading the project team to meet project objectives.
- Establish a project health and safety culture and lead with a health and safety mindset.
- Working collaboratively with our external supply chain and driving contractor performance.
- Support the definition of solutions to meet the project objectives and be responsible for preparing a clear business case.
- Effective liaison with the relevant town planning authorities and critical internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth running and timely project delivery.
- Contribute to steering project-wide continuous improvement and delivering against stretching targets.
- Commercially manage all contract matters to achieve the optimal outcome for Thames Water.
- Take accountability for governance compliance throughout the project's lifecycle, leading to a smooth transition into operational business.

Role Location: This role will be based on a hybrid basis. Coppermills - you will be required on-site and in the office 2-3 days a week as per the business needs.

What you should bring to the role

- Demonstrable track record of delivering complex projects in the built environment, infrastructure or utility industry
- Experience in managing design and build contractors on large complex projects.
- An engineering or other relevant degree or qualification within a business or project management qualification
- Knowledgeable in managing contract specification preparation, tendering, and tender evaluation processes with experience in negotiation
- Demonstrate your capability with risk-based and analytical decision-making
- Confidence in speaking to all levels of external and internal stakeholders

What’s in it for you?
Join our project management community and help us establish best practices to support the development of project managers and apprentices while building valuable relationships across Thames Water.

- Competitive salary from £55,000 to £75,000 per annum
- Annual Leave -26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
- Car Allowance of £5.8k
- Annual Bonus
- Private Medical Health Care
- Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance

Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road Rochdale OL16 4XA

01706 716 761

www.kingswaypark.org / www.altusep.com

Job Title: Teacher of Computing and Business Studies Required: ASAP Contract: Permanent Salary: Main/Upper Teacher Pay Scale

About the Role: We are looking to appoint a teacher of Computing and Business Studies who is looking for a new challenge and is willing to join an innovative and forward-thinking department. The ideal candidate must have a real passion for their subject and be equipped with the skills to maximise outcomes for students at both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. At Key Stage 3, students are introduced to Computing and Business concepts which at Key Stage 4, they can choose distinct pathways, including Computer Science, Business Studies, and ICT. These pathways are increasingly popular with students, and we seek an individual who can further drive engagement and achievement in these subjects through dynamic teaching, creative resource development, and leveraging their expertise. This is an exciting time to contribute to the computing curriculum and to align the subject curriculum intent with the school’s new mission statement- ‘We Cooperate, We Pioneer, We Belong.’ The Computing and Business Studies Department at Kingsway Park High School is a supportive department that is well resourced with 4 IT suites. There is a work area for staff within the department which allows the team to work cohesively to support and link Computing, ICT and Business into the curriculum offer. The successful candidate will be supported by their Faculty Lead and an established member of SLT and will work alongside experienced and motivated staff. The ideal candidate would engage students both in lessons and within extra-curricular clubs to equip them with the knowledge and passion to meet the needs of a future which will have a heavy reliance on technology and increasing use of artificial intelligence. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is vibrant, passionate, and pioneering to really help create the next generation of Computing and Business professionals. About Kingsway Park High School:

Kingsway Park High School, established in 2010 and a member of the Altus Education Partnership since February 2022, is a popular and oversubscribed school with 1,350 students in years 7-11 and 190 staff members. We are committed to transforming students’ lives by fostering resilience, motivation, and academic excellence within a supportive and inclusive environment.

How to Apply:

To apply, please complete the Altus Education Partnership application form and return it to recruitment@altusep.com.

For more information, visit: www.altusep.com.

Application Deadline: 9.00am on Thursday 12th December 2024 Interviews: Expected to take place on Tuesday 17th December 2024

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates. References will be requested if you are shortlisted for an interview.

What the school offers its staff

Background Information Kingsway Park High School

Kingsway Park High School was established in 2010 and joined the Altus Education Partnership in February 2022. We are now a very popular oversubscribed school (1350 students in years 7-11 and 190 staff) located in central Rochdale. We are very proud of the high-quality facilities, resources, and environment that we provide for both staff and students.

At Kingsway Park High School we strive to transform students’ lives. Through our relationships, we endeavour to instil both resilience and an intrinsic motivation to become confident, creative and highly skilled students, capable of meeting tomorrow’s challenges head on. We strive to establish a culture rooted in achievement and progress that encourages our students to grow academically, personally and socially; equipping them with the values of equality, fairness and openness. We pride ourselves on our relentless drive to achieve outstanding, high quality teaching that provides a safe, supportive and encouraging environment for all our students to be able to realise their academic potential in pursuit of educational excellence.

Altus Education Partnership

The Altus Education Partnership is a Multi Academy Trust and was established in April 2017 by the Governing Body of Rochdale Sixth Form College, an outstanding A-Level provider founded in 2010. The college was awarded Outstanding status by Ofsted in 2013 and has developed a national reputation for excellence, having been used in Ofsted case studies for sharing best practice. The development of the Trust stemmed from a commitment to raising aspirations and improving the life chances of young people throughout the borough of Rochdale. In 2019 the Trust was successful in its application to open a new free school, the Edgar Wood Academy, which serves the local community in Middleton and Heywood.

We are committed to supporting all children in their academies to progress to a successful career, life and employment path of their choice.

All our academies will share a collective identity as providers of the highest quality teaching with high expectations of learners, coupled with effective assessment and intervention. Young people in our academies will engage with opportunities to develop their own skills and aptitudes to support their progression, while making valuable contributions to their communities. Leaders and teachers will take a collaborative approach, sharing best practice at a local, regional and national level, to continuously improve the performance and outcomes of all academies in the Trust.

Altus Education Partnership Values

The values of the Altus Education Partnership will be embedded and visible throughout all the academies. Each will have its own unique identity built around the core Trust values. These are:

• Unrelenting commitment to improve the quality of our provision and enhance the lives of our students.
• Openness in the way we build trust and bring purpose to our work as a Multi Academy Trust.
• Accountability through the rigorous, transparent and forensic analysis of all aspects of our performance.
• Commitment to the principles of inclusion and equality.
• Dedication to the borough of Rochdale and its surrounds.
• Collective responsibility for one another and the results of all our students – ‘if one fails, we all fail’.
• Have achieved their personal academic potential giving them a greater choice in life.
• Have the highest aspirations and developed the self-esteem, confidence, and emotional resilience to exploit their potential.
• Be contributing members of the community and have compassion for others.
• Be able to celebrate their success and that of others.
• Have developed the confidence to overcome barriers to success.
• Be articulate, creative, and prepared for future growth and learning.
• Be happy!

The Ambition is that by the time students leave they will:

Shared Objective for all Staff

"To maximise students' achievements"

• At Altus Education Partnership we do this through engaging our students in their subjects and inspiring them to enjoy their studies in a totally positive atmosphere.
• Our students are challenged to achieve through a culture of high expectations and a belief in their ability.
• Above all, staff at Altus Education Partnership are committed to their students and demonstrate this through their daily conduct and interaction.

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.

Planner / Scheduler required to work for a value driven not-for-profit business with a truly amazing team! The hours are full time, 35 hours per week. The main purpose of the role is to deliver excellent customer service and booking inspections, through effective resource scheduling and planning.
You must have previous experience in the co-ordination or planning of works! It would be perfect if you have previous experience dealing with repairs or damp and disrepair, however this is not essential. The role would suit someone who is highly organised and able to manage their own workload well and has a high standard of customer service! You must be a strong communicator for this position!

What will you be doing as a Planner / Scheduler?

• Allocating and planning inspections for both in house operatives and external contractors covering day to day and void jobs
• Monitoring and managing inspectors diaries to maximise productivity
• Monitoring and managing time taken to complete jobs, following up on outstanding work and ensuring both in house and external contractors communicate the status of the damp and disrepair allocated to them
• Being the principal contact for in house operatives
• Ensuring excellent customer service

If you have the following skills and experience, we would LOVE to hear from you:

• You must have previous experience planning and scheduling operatives / engineers works or distributing works for disrepair or maintenance
• Proficient with the full range of Microsoft Office
• Your previous job titles may include; Planner / Scheduler / Scheduling Co-ordination / Planning Co-ordinator / Resource Planner / Planning Officer
• Ability to complete tasks in an accurate and timely manner when working under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication
• Effective liaison with staff/other stakeholders to give information/find information/resolve problems
• Organisation and ability to time-manage workload
• Able to deliver a high standard of customer service
• Ability to work well as part of a team as well as own initiative

What's in it for you as a Planner / Scheduler?

• Salary GBP26,500
• 8.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday - 35 hours per week full time
• Full training on the internal system provided
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Working for an award winning, not for profit business, who are truly passionate about what they do
• Immediate start can be available for the right person

Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven't been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest. Jobwise Ltd is an employment agency and the details sent in your application may be stored on our secure database.

Are you an experienced Project Design Engineer looking for a role that’s more than just a job?

Would you class yourself as an expert with SolidWorks?

How about joining a company that truly values its team and offers incredible support?

Well, you’re in luck! We’re on the lookout for a proactive Project Design Engineer ready to make an impact!

This is your chance to be part of an amazing company, who are experts in delivering the highest quality bespoke products including hydraulics, pneumatics and high-pressure vessels!

Keep on reading to find out more about this amazing Project Design Engineer role…

As a Project Design Engineer your responsibilities will include:
• Designing, developing and providing specifications of bespoke equipment
• Selecting materials & manufacturing techniques
• Ensuring design outputs conform to internal quality standards
• Outputting accurate CAD models, technical drawings and other technical documentation
• Chairing regular project design reviews with key stake holders
• Dealing with non-conformance and Engineering Change Management

We are looking for a Project Design Engineer with the following skills and experience:
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of engineering principles
• Proficient in the use of 2D & 3D CAD software (SolidWorks)
• Knowledge and understanding of the full product lifecycle process
• Experience working with and building/assembling bespoke equipment
• Familiar with critical or challenging equipment/environments where hazards are present
• Full UK driving licence


In return, the successful Project Design Engineer will receive a salary of £38,000 to £43,000 plus benefits…
• Paid overtime & travel expenses
• Voucher & card on your birthday
• Team events
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Training courses

If this Project Design Engineer position sounds like the job for you, send your CV over today!

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our school is a vibrant and fast paced learning environment. Our primary school is further enhanced by exceptional extended services including:

• ITT Primary Programme Lead - hosting 15/20 students per year
• In house out of school club breakfast and after school club provision
• Governor led nursery provision registered for children from 2 years old
• In house catering and in house cleaning and site supervision

We are therefore seeking a highly ambitious and experienced professional administrator and manager who has a fluid approach to multi tasking. Exceptional customer service is at the core of everything we do. The school invests in CPD and is supportive of staff willing to work towards professional qualifications.

This role is perfect for an enthusiastic role model who would be very much the "face" and "voice" of the school being able to deliver our values and visions. To be part of the senior leadership team and to support teaching and learning through operational excellence.

We are looking for someone to lead varied small teams and to link and liaise not only with the school staff but also the governors and our successful PTA.

Attention to detail is paramount and being able to face each day with fresh challenges with a smile and a positive attitude will ensure success in this demanding role.

What the school offers its staff

• Professional development through collaboration, networks and access to professional bodies
• Wonderful and supportive team of individuals in a work place which celebrates everyone
• A unique opportunity to make the role your own
• A team who all contribute to the educational outcomes for children
• Employed by Lancashire County Council and auto enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme with all benefits commensurate within terms and conditions of employment
• Access to wellbeing support and a package of medical support provided by Education Mutual
• Subsidised lunches and free parking
• 25 days holiday per year (excluding bank holidays) rising to 31 days holiday per year after 5 years service

Further details about the role

We will provide an opportunity to visit the school and speak with the existing post holder and the headteacher on Tuesday 10th December 2024 between 9.00 am and 11.30 am - please call the office to book an appointment if you wish to take this opportunity.

Interviews will be held week commencing 16th December 2024.

Notice periods for the successful candidate will be honoured if they surpass the proposed start date.

Commitment to safeguarding

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. If successful you will be required to apply to the DBS for 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. LCC has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager

A highly successful group of independent Opticians are looking for a full time Assistant Manager at their beautiful Clitheroe practice.

Opticians Assistant Manager- Role

• Professional independent Opticians
• Work for a company that cares
• Exceptional reputation in the area
• 45 minute appointments with advanced equipment
• Zeiss specialists
• Exceptional frame range - Lindberg, Tiffany, Maui Jim etc
• Assist the Practice Manager in the smooth running of the practice
• Create a professional yet enjoyable working environment
• Dealing with complex patient queries
• Prioritise workloads and rota management
• Working 5 days a week including a Sat
• Typical working hours from 9am to 5.30pm
• Salary up to £27,500
• Team incentives
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Medical healthcare plan
• Family and friends discounts
• CET training provided
• Cycle to work scheme

Opticians Assistant Manager - Requirements

• Qualified DO or Experienced Optical Assistant
• Management or supervisory experience would be an advantage
• Interest in fashion and brands
• Team player
• Excellent communication skills
• Enthusiastic about high quality service
• Confident to make bold recommendations

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Opticians vacancies and Assistant Manager jobs in Clitheroe. Zest Optical recruitment are currently working on behalf a fantastic Opticians based in Clitheroe to hire a full time Assistant Manager.

A highly successful group of independent Opticians are looking for a full time Assistant Manager at their beautiful Clitheroe practice.

Opticians Assistant Manager- Role

• Professional independent Opticians
• Work for a company that cares
• Exceptional reputation in the area
• 45 minute appointments with advanced equipment
• Zeiss specialists
• Exceptional frame range - Lindberg, Tiffany, Maui Jim etc
• Assist the Practice Manager in the smooth running of the practice
• Create a professional yet enjoyable working environment
• Dealing with complex patient queries
• Prioritise workloads and rota management
• Working 5 days a week including a Sat
• Typical working hours from 9am to 5.30pm
• Salary up to £27,500
• Team incentives
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Medical healthcare plan
• Family and friends discounts
• CET training provided
• Cycle to work scheme

Opticians Assistant Manager - Requirements

• Qualified DO or Experienced Optical Assistant
• Management or supervisory experience would be an advantage
• Interest in fashion and brands
• Team player
• Excellent communication skills
• Enthusiastic about high quality service
• Confident to make bold recommendations

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

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A leading Optical manufacturer based in the Lancaster area are looking for a full time Customer Service Advisor.

They supply high quality optical lab services into Opticians all across the UK, specialising in glazing, surfacing and tinting

Optical Customer Service Advisor- Role

• Head office based role
• Provide customers with a variety of solutions, support and information at the time of interaction. Topics include order chase, order place, order queries, stock issues, technical, resolve EDI queries, deliveries, pricing and promotion.
• Deliver Customer call backs to agreed timeline
• Log all calls received or made
• Accurately and precisely enter/process orders, POS and credits same day, applying knowledge of products
• Expedite urgent orders
• Resolve technical issues using help desk function if necessary
• Contract account managers with any account related issues
• To build long term relationships with our customer & to build rapport on every customer touch point
• Any other departmental function as directed by the Manager
• Liaise with other departments

Optical Customer Advisor - Requirements

• 1+ years experience of working as an Optical Assistant
• Excellent understanding of customer service
• Ability to develop relationships

Optical Customer Service Advisor - Benefits

• Base salary £23,490
• Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Become part of the Employee Ownership team after 6 months

To avoid missing out on the opportunity please follow the 'Apply Now' link and we will be touch as soon as possible.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join the Enterprise and Engagement Unit (EEU) within the Research and Knowledge Exchange Service (RKES), to provide a wide-ranging and varied high-quality administrative support to academics, professional services staff, students and external stakeholders.

The EEU is a new Unit formed to support the identification, support and facilitation of research, innovation and enterprise activity at the University. The Enquiries team within EEU will be the first point of contact for our ‘front door model’, for enquirers and as such you will be expected to have an excellent knowledge of what the university can offer and how we can support enquirers.

As part of the Research and Enterprise Service, EEU contributes to the delivery of the University’s strategic objectives particularly in relation research and knowledge exchange. The enquiries team within EEU will have specific responsibility for capturing enquiries, logging them on our CRM system and then triaging them to determine their flow through the organisation ensuring that enquiries are dealt with in a professional manner. This role will provide general administrative support to deliver these activities.

The successful applicant will have demonstrable experience of current administrative/clerical practices in a busy office environment and experience of customer service, organising, updating and maintaining accurate computerised records and files. An ability to organise and present information both verbally and in writing is required along with experience of working in an environment with a high degree of customer contact. You will work closely with other members of the administrative and academic team, as required.

The successful applicants will also have a range of GCSEs, including English Language and Maths at Grade C/Grade 4 or above, or appropriate equivalent experiential learning and the ability to work consistently under pressure, prioritise work and meet deadlines. A collaborative approach to working and a commitment to continuous improvement is also an essential component of the role. Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our website at Safeguarding

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, We will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a dynamic, creative individual with ambition and drive, who is passionate about improving the lives of young people. Joining a dynamic and forward looking team you will be given the opportunity to be at the forefront of a fast paced life-transforming team.

The successful candidate will:

• Be willing to actively support the Catholic Christian ethos of our school
• Have a passion for teaching and have the potential to inspire students and colleagues with a wide range of teaching and learning strategies
• Have a high level of assessment, monitoring, tracking and intervention skills
• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner
• Have the resilience to work as a team to mend broken lives, fan the flames of enthusiasm and further inspire those who are already excited about a bright future
• Have the drive to prepare young people to be ‘game changers’ in the world.

What the school offers its staff

As a Catholic Christian community, we offer a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to engage with wonderfully able students who with the right guidance can be inspired to achieve the highest grades. The school has a very successful and effective induction programme for new colleagues. We are committed to developing leaders and preparing middle leaders for more senior roles by supporting them through nationally recognised leadership qualifications and opportunities to lead initiatives to improve the progress of our young people.

We are very determined in our mission to transform the lives of young people and create outstanding life chances through educational achievement. We are looking for an innovative, outstanding teacher to inspire students of all ages and abilities.

Further details about the role

The governors of this oversubscribed 11-16 Voluntary Aided RC High School are seeking to appoint a qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Key Stage 4 Business Studies. Initially we are looking for a teacher for one term until Easter in the first instance.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note: online searches may be done as part of due diligence checks on shortlisted candidates

Senior Digital Planning & Performance Manager: Pay £55,557 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid home working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.   

DWP. Digital with Purpose.   

We are looking for a Senior Digital Planning & Performance Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital. 

We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. 

DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. 

The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. 

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need to show us in your application?   

• Experience of leading, developing and communicating a multi-year financial business plan to achieve key strategic benefits.

• Experience and ability to analyse and accurately interpret complex data from various sources, add insight, make recommendations, and credibly present reasoned conclusions to influence and persuade senior board members to take action or make decisions.

• Experience of strong people leadership in capability development, including coaching, training and setting standards and frameworks.

• Experience of analysing, forecasting and planning workforce supply and demand.

• Working knowledge of Key Performance Indicators, Risk Management and Internal Audit at board level in a large organisation.

You and your role   

The role is working within our Digital Modernisation and Efficiency Business Management Team who lead services across DWP Digital to ensure the successful delivery of Digital Group's Business Plan.

You will be responsible for considering, understanding and analysing large amounts of information, summarising into key points to share with a range of audiences, to inform decision making.

You will develop, design and communicate business plans that achieve key strategic benefits including aspects such as people, technology and financial implications.

You will also lead a multi-disciplined team located across various Digital Hub locations, providing regular strategic direction and reporting directly to the Head of Business Management in Digital Modernisation and Efficiency where you will work closely to achieve set objectives.

As well as your own team, you will have chance to coach and mentor other members of our Business Services Practice. You'll help us encourage collaboration and shared ownership throughout the team and grow capability in our thriving community of practice. 

Details. Wages. Perks.   

Location: You'll join us in your choice of one our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool or Newcastle-upon-Tyne  

Hybrid Working: We have all the tools and tech we need to enable our people to work flexibly. We work a hybrid model with a mix of home working and sometime in the office.   

Pay: In return for your skills, we offer competitive pay of £55,557 p.a.   

Pension: You'll be eligible for a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97% (Worth £16,000/year).   

Holidays: You'll get a generous leave package starting at 26 days, rising to 31 days over time, plus all the usual bank holidays, and the option to take extra days off on flexi leave.   

We also have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:   

• Flexible working, flexi hours and flexi days   

• Hybrid working: some time in a hub with the team, some time at home   

• Family-friendly policies   

• Time off volunteering and charitable giving   

• Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP'   

• Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more   

• Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket   

• Sports and social activities   

• Working in an award-winning environment and culture   

• Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities.   

Click 'Apply' for more information and to start an application on Civil Service Jobs.   

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Associate Dentist Jobs in County Durham. INDEPENDENT. £14 per UDA, supportive practice keen to invest in their team, superb private potential. ZEST Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established dental practice is seeking to recruit an Associate Dentist.

• Independent Dental Practice
• Full/part-time Associate Dentist
• £14 per UDA DOE
• Flexible UDA allocation
• Replacing well-established colleague
• State of the art practice
• Computerised, digital x-ray, rotary endo, Boutique Whitening
• Superb private opportunity, C-Fast, Veneers, Crowns, etc.
• Established dental practice 30 plus years
• Principal on-site
• Permanent position
• Reference: JG1201

This job provides a great opportunity for dentists both young and more established in their careers. With excellent support from the practice principal and an established clinical team. You will also benefit from a loyal and stable list of patients, very receptive to private treatments. This means a fantastic opportunity for private dentistry, with plenty of opportunity to utilise additional skills. The practice accommodates seven dentists in its six surgeries, in addition to two dental therapists, which you have full access to, meaning delegation of more basic treatments to help with your UDA delivery and to free up time for more complex procedures. You will also be ably supported by qualified dental nurses, including a dedicated decon nurse and superb administrative support, managing your books and ensuring you can concentrate on what you do best. This is a great opportunity to acquire an established list, with an excellent opportunity for private, in a superb practice environment, with a friendly, supportive and professional team.

Successful candidates will be GDC registered dentists, have an active dentist performer number and have experience of providing NHS dental treatment in the UK.

For further information regarding this dentist position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental. All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Associate Dentist Jobs in Chester-le-Street, County Durham. Superb UDA rate, Wednesday & Fridays, well-established, recently refurbished practice with good private potential. ZEST Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established dental practice is seeking to recruit an Associate Dentist.

• Part-time Associate Dentist
• Wednesday & Friday
• Chester-le-Street, County Durham
• 2500 UDA
• Superb UDA rate
• Good private opportunity at 50% split
• Superb equipment in refurbished practice
• Excellent professional development
• Sponsored Education
• Established 20+ years
• Well-maintained patients
• Permanent position
• Reference: JG2965

This is an excellent opportunity for an associate dentist to join the team in a well-established practice located in Chester-le-Street. The practice has recently been refurbished and has excellent equipment in place. The role is part-time two days per week; Thurs & Fri and the successful dentist will inherit an established list of patients to perform 2500 UDA at a superb rate. The practice also offers good private potential with a range of support available to build a strong private list.

The practice has three modern surgeries and a high standard of equipment including Vistascan Digital X-rays and rotary endo. The successful dentist will join a well-established team of associates and fully qualified support staff.

Successful candidates will be GDC registered dentists, have an active dentist performer number and have experience of providing NHS dental treatment in the UK.

For further information regarding this dentist position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental. All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

What's on offer?

• Role as a Senior Town Planner with a market-leading service station operator and retail developer
• Internal expert - working strategically with the internal acquisitions and PM team, you will offer planning advice on 100's of future and existing sites as to secure planning approval
• Make a name for yourself - as well as managing and working in collaboration with renowned external planning consultants, much of the planning application process remains in-house where you will demonstrate and further develop your expertise and knowledge
• Bright future - having grown from 32 to 46 sites over the past 4 months, your new company have incredibly ambitious plans to continue taking market share, creating a fantastic and bespoke opportunity for you to progress
• Entrepreneurial - leading the business is a forward-thinking entrepreneur ready to expand from road-side-service into major retail development - even more planning opportunity!
• Competitive salary & benefits - offering between £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, performance-based bonus scheme, 15% discount at ASDA and listed restaurants, exclusive discounts at over 900 retails, extensive L&D opportunity, on-site free car parking, heavily discounted canteen, Life Assurance and Group Pension scheme

What you need to succeed?

• You will need a minimum of 3 years' UK planning experience
• Switched-on, ambitious and confident character to navigate the relationships of various stakeholders
• A willingness to manage and mentor a graduate planner
• Member of the Royal Institute of Town Planners

Does the challenge of working in-house appeal to you? Are you ready to make a name for yourself in the industry and internally as an absolute expert? Do you want to play a more significant role in the approval of applications?

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a talented individual to provide an exceptional business support service to our pupils, teachers and wider stakeholders. As a key member of our school’s business support team, your expertise will help to deliver an outstanding learning environment for our young people.

The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and specialist technical skills. You will have extensive experience of delivering outstanding customer service and possess the ability to develop relationships across our school and the Star community.

You will have:

• 5 A*- Cs at GCSE including English and Maths.
• Experience of working in an administrative setting.
• Experience of attendance administration.
• The ability to use MS Office software packages such as Word, Excel and Outlook, as well as Explorer and databases.
• The ability to prioritise, work efficiently and accurately, particularly under pressure, to deadlines and using own initiative.

What the school offers its staff

About Oulder Hill Leadership Academy

Oulder Hill Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 16 year olds in Rochdale. We joined Star Academies in 2021 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism

We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

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.