Total 94 job vacancies in Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 1EB

Exciting Opportunity for a Level 3 Nursery Nurse!

Join Our Team as a Level 3 Nursery Nurse in Leicester (LE1)!

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a stimulating learning environment? We are seeking a dedicated Level 3 Nursery Nurse to join our team in Leicester (LE1), where you will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional care and education to children aged 0-5 years.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engaging Activities: Create enriching activities that support children's physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Supportive Environment: Establish a nurturing atmosphere where children feel secure and encouraged to explore.
• Curriculum Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues to plan and implement age-appropriate educational programs.
• Relationship Building: Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and caregivers to enhance learning experiences.
• Progress Monitoring: Assess and track children's development, offering valuable feedback and support to parents.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Along with comprehensive benefits.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth and continuous training.
• Supportive Culture: Join a team where your contributions are valued in an inclusive workplace.
• Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Childcare or equivalent.
• Experience: Previous experience in a nursery setting is preferred.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative abilities.
• Passion for Education: Commitment to early childhood education and child development.
• Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail and effective time management.

Join us in creating an inspiring environment where every child can thrive and grow!

Your new role
Job title-Painter/ DecoratorLocation- LoughboroughRate of Pay - Up to £18.00 per hourOptions for pay are, PAYE or Umbrella only. We cannot pay CIS.Contract type-Temporary (temp to perm possible)Hours -Full-Time - Monday-Friday-37.5 hours
Your responsibilities

• Attend various painting tasks across site
• Delegate with line manager regarding supply stock
• Undertake work to meet seasonal demand
• Working on mostly academic buildings, other areas such as halls of residence, offices, etc, when required.

What you'll need to succeed

• You must have relevant painting/ decorating qualifications and time served experience.
• Previous experience of working in domestic settings desirable
• You will also require an in-date DBS (which can be completed prior to starting).
• A valid driving licence is desirable but not required.

What you need to do now


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Learning Disability Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Leicestershire - Ashby De Le Zouch (LE65)
Salary: £27,528 - £32,072 per annum (£11.85 - £12.65 per hour plus £60 per sleep-in)
Job Type: Full-time, Long Term - Permanent

Shift Pattern: Rolling rota, 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM (including sleep-ins)

Benefits:
- Company pension (3% employer contribution)
- 224 hours annual leave
- Double pay on Bank Holidays
- Training and NVQ qualifications provided
- Employee wellbeing service
- Career progression opportunities

We are working in collaboration with a children's residential home, looking to appint a Learning Disability Children's Residential Support Worker to support children with learning disabilities (including Autism, ADHD, and non-verbal communication). You will help create a safe, positive environment and guide young people to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide care, guidance, and support in line with Ofsted regulations.
- Maintain a safe, supportive atmosphere focused on health, education, and personal development.
- Work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure smooth daily operations.

Requirements:
- Experience with Autism, ADHD, or non-verbal communication is desirable.
- Knowledge of Makaton or PEC's is desirable.
- A valid UK/EU manual driving licence is essential.
- Flexibility to work a rolling rota with sleep-in shifts.
- An enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks (we can assist with this).

Rota Example:
- Week 1: Monday, Thursday, Saturday
- Week 2: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
- Week 3: Wednesday

If you feel you would be the right fit for this role, then please apply through submitting your CV. If you are a successful applicant, you will be contacted by Millie to arrange the next steps in the progression of your application.

Learning Disability Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Derbyshire (DE72)
Salary: £27,528 - £32,072 per annum (£11.85 - £12.65 per hour plus £60 per sleep-in)
Job Type: Full-time, Long Term - Permanent

Shift Pattern: Rolling rota, 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM (including sleep-ins)

Benefits:
- Company pension (3% employer contribution)
- 224 hours annual leave
- Double pay on Bank Holidays
- Training and NVQ qualifications provided
- Employee wellbeing service
- Career progression opportunities

We are working in collaboration with a children's residential home, looking to appint a Learning Disability Children's Residential Support Worker to support children with learning disabilities (including Autism, ADHD, and non-verbal communication). You will help create a safe, positive environment and guide young people to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide care, guidance, and support in line with Ofsted regulations.
- Maintain a safe, supportive atmosphere focused on health, education, and personal development.
- Work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure smooth daily operations.

Requirements:
- Experience with Autism, ADHD, or non-verbal communication is desirable.
- Knowledge of Makaton or PEC's is desirable.
- A valid UK/EU manual driving licence is essential.
- Flexibility to work a rolling rota with sleep-in shifts.
- An enhanced DBS and safer recruitment checks (we can assist with this).

Rota Example:
- Week 1: Monday, Thursday, Saturday
- Week 2: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
- Week 3: Wednesday

If you feel you would be the right fit for this role, then please apply through submitting your CV. If you are a successful applicant, you will be contacted by Millie to arrange the next steps in the progression of your application.

Post title: Senior Workshop Supervisor - Construction
(Reference: SMB617)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £24,987.48 – £25,175.36 per annumBased at our Stephenson Campus
The SMB Group is a highly successful FE college, formed through the merger of Stephenson College and Brooksby Melton College. We are an innovative and highly responsive centre for education and training with campuses in Coalville, Melton Mowbray and Brooksby.
An exciting opportunity has arisen at the College for a Senior Workshop Supervisor to join the team based in Coalville. Working in this role you will lead by example a team of workshop supervisors to carry out duties efficiently and lead on the effective spend of workshop budgets. Support for staff and students is critically important for excellent teaching and learning to take place, ensuring we are in control of the repairs and the maintenance requirements of our resources to support teaching and learning also pivotal to the role.
You may currently be working in a construction setting looking for a change in career and have a desire to share your knowledge with the next generation of students. You will have a passion for the sector and have practical experience of operating within a workshop environment or running a workshop facility.
You will have an aptitude for accuracy, be able to maintain our superb workshop facilities and contribute to the continued improvement of the automotive and engineering programmes to achieve the best outcomes for students and stakeholders.
To apply for this role, you will need to have a minimum Level 2 qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject area, alongside a strong industrial background.
In return, you can expect the opportunity to work with an organisation that is committed to the ongoing development of its people. We offer a wide range of benefits including:
• Career Average Pension Scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Onsite free parking at all campuses
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Working Opportunities
• Subsidised Canteen
• BHSF Corporate Health Cash Plan option
Our full range of employee benefits can be viewed on our website.
Please take a look at the following video and hear from some of our staff members about their experience working at the SMB College Group!
To apply for this position, please complete a standard application form. Application forms and further details are available online from the College website.Closing Date: 5th December 2024We value the commitments you may have outside of work and aim to support the professional and personal wellbeing of everyone at The SMB College Group. Our benefits include generous annual leave, a contributory pension scheme and an employee assistance programme. We also offer flexible working such as part time hours, job share and sessional contracts as well as a variety of professional development opportunities.
We strive to be an equal opportunities employer and actively welcome applications from all sections of the community.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to a positive approach to employing and retaining disabled people. Disabled applicants will be guaranteed an interview where they demonstrate that they meet the essential selection criteria.
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note, all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Intervention Lead /HLTA
Post: Intervention Lead/HLTA
Hours: 37 hours per week, 8.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Thursday, 8.00am to 3.30pm Friday (part time/job share considered)
Salary: Grade 8 points 15 to 18 FTE £27,717 to £30,066 (£23,723 actual salary)
Contract: 39 Weeks per year (Term time plus 1 week) Permanent
Start: As soon as possible
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and inspiring Intervention Lead/HLTA to this highly successful, over-subscribed 11-16 School. Our Learning Support team has a great track record of success for its pupils and is well supported by the wider school community.
Are you:
Experienced in Primary Education and/or SEND?
Proactive and innovative?
Excited by the prospect of working with highly motivated pupils?
Committed to developing exciting learning for pupils with additional needs?
Dedicated to making a difference to young people?
If the answer is ‘yes’ to these questions, then we would love to talk to you!
We can offer you the chance to develop in a school with:
Highly motivated, responsive pupils
Well-equipped departments
A fantastically supportive team of colleagues
A strong ethos of supportive professional development
Cycle to work scheme
Further information about South Charnwood High School is available at our website Please ensure your application form and covering letter includes examples of your experience and how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification. You are also very welcome to visit us prior to application. Closing date for applications: 9.00am, Monday 02 December 2024
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable candidate or number of applications are received before the official closing date.
As this job is designated as a ‘regulated activity’ an enhanced DBS check with Barred list check is essential
‘South Charnwood High School – Committed to Safeguarding Children and Young People’

Vehicle Technician

Location: Leicester
Salary: Basic Salary of up to £36,000 DOE + OTE of upto £40,000
Working hours: Monday to Friday 42 hours, 8.30-5 Saturday mornings on rota

Are you looking to join an award winning company, that are renown for their excellent ongoing training and employee satisfaction? We are seeking a skilled and experienced Vehicle Technician to join our client's main dealership Leicester. The successful Vehicle Technician will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of vehicles makes and models. This position requires a strong understanding of automotive systems and the ability to use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve complex problems. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cars and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Benefits: Vehicle Technician

• Fantastic un-capped bonus with an OTE of over £40,000 per annum
• Overtime rate of 1.5x
• Company private pension
• Employee discounts and further discounts for friends and family on services.
• Manufacturer training + manufacturer specific qualifications
• Tool box cover up to £15,000*
• Career progression within the business
• 32 Days holiday (including Bank holidays) Rising with length of service.
• Discounted Shopping, Gym and Dining Benefits.
• Medicare cash plan for all employees and their children, which gives same-day access to an online GP, money towards health, wellbeing and dental care.
• Plus, many, many more!

Vehicle Technician role:

• All levels of technical works; from general servicing and repairs to diagnostics.
• Complete vehicle repairs to a high standard, adhere to manufacturer procedures and processes, become part of a team and mainly bring a high attention to detail.
• General maintenance & repairs.
• Complete the work on the systems and occasionally videos for customers

Requirements Vehicle Technician:

• Ideally we are looking for a fully qualified Vehicle Technician with a level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & repair however we will consider someone with a level 2 in vehicle maintenance with strong technical knowledge. If you are a time served Vehicle Technician then we can discuss options.
• Must hold a Full UK driving licence
• MOT Tester would be advantageous
• A prestige dealership background is essential for this role

If you have any further questions then please submit your application so we can discuss through the opportunity and your CV.
Please note all applications will be strictly confidential and we won't send your CV out without talking with you first.

VTMDL

Octane reference:OC18616

Consultant: Danielle Kingston

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a registered manager to join a 4 bedded children's home in Leicestershire on a permanent basis. The position is within a national company who are one of the leaders within the industry and are offering a pay rate of up to £65,500 per year including bonuses. One of the key objectives is to create a home environment which goes above and beyond the needs of the children and young people to allow them to thrive and develop whilst living there. As such, we are looking for someone who is willing to go the extra mile for the children and young people. In return, you will be rewarded with a career defining opportunity to impact on an ambitious and growing service.

Duties of the role will include:

• Overall Management: Responsible for the overall management and smooth running of the residential children's home, ensuring that it operates in line with regulatory standards, organisational policies, and best practices.
• Staff Leadership and Supervision: Lead and supervise a team of residential support workers, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and equipped to provide high-quality care and support to children and young people in the home.
• Care Planning and Implementation: Develop and implement individual care plans for each child or young person in the home in consultation with relevant stakeholders such as social workers, parents, and guardians. Ensure that care plans are regularly reviewed and updated to meet changing needs.
• Safeguarding and Child Protection: Maintain a safe and secure home environment for children and young people, always adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures. Act promptly and appropriately to address any safeguarding concerns or incidents that may arise.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Enhanced DBS
• Experience in a similar role
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services; or equivalent; or preparedness to work towards the same
• 5 years of experience working with children in a residential care environment and at least one year as a registered manager.
• Full UK Driving Licence

The benefits of working with Eilidh at Service Care Solutions:
* You will receive a dedicated and personal consultant with a vast knowledge of social
work
* We are a nationwide supplier of Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities
which means we have a wide variety of exclusive roles based all over the country
* We provide frequent updates of new opportunities via text and email
* We have an expert payroll service which is processed twice a week

At Service Care Solutions we also offer a £250 bonus for referrals! If you think you know someone who would be ideal for this role and they are placed in the job you will then receive £250 at the end of their probationary period.

To apply for this role, or to refer someone else, then please do not hesitate to contact Eilidh at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Post: Intervention Lead/HLTA

Hours: 37 hours per week, 8.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Thursday, 8.00am to 3.30pm Friday (part time/job share considered)

Salary: Grade 8 points 15 to 18 FTE £27,717 to £30,066 (£23,723 actual salary)

Contract: 39 Weeks per year (Term time plus 1 week) Permanent

Start: As soon as possible

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and inspiring Intervention Lead/HLTA to this highly successful, over-subscribed 11-16 School. Our Learning Support team has a great track record of success for its pupils and is well supported by the wider school community.

Are you:

• Experienced in Primary Education and/or SEND?
• Proactive and innovative?
• Excited by the prospect of working with highly motivated pupils?
• Committed to developing exciting learning for pupils with additional needs?
• Dedicated to making a difference to young people?

If the answer is ‘yes’ to these questions, then we would love to talk to you!

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you the chance to develop in a school with:

• Highly motivated, responsive pupils
• Well-equipped departments
• A fantastically supportive team of colleagues
• A strong ethos of supportive professional development
• Cycle to work scheme

Commitment to safeguarding

As this job is designated as a 'regulated activity' an enhanced DBS check with Barred list check is essential. 'South Charnwood High School - Committed to safeguarding Children and Young People'

Counterbalance/Aisle Master Licence
We are currently recruiting for FLT Drivers Counterbalance Drivers to join a well established company within the Automotive Industry.
Requirements of a FLT Driver:

• Hold a Counterbalance licence and or Aisle Master Licence
• Have good communication skills
• Be able to read and write basic English

Details of a FLT driver

• £13.77 per hour
• Rotating shifts , Monday to Friday
• Location: Measham
• Duration: Ongoing

Role of a FLT Driver:

• Be able to work as part of a team
• Be able to keep up with Warehouse schedules
• Working with stillages, unloading and loading.
• Be quality focused
• Have good timekeeping and attendance

Benefits :

• 33 Holidays per year
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Employed Status
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Mortgage references
• My Extra Rewards - An online portal offering vouchers and discounts

If you are looking to contact our onsite team, please visit the site locator on our website.

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Job Title: Support Worker – FEMALE ONLY

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

Work Location: Waterlees Supported Living Service, Waterlees Court, Aylestone Lane, Wigston, LE18 1AR

Worker Category: Fixed Location Worker

Salary: Grade 6 £25,188 - £25, 590 per annum (pro rata for part-time)

Working Hours: 21 hour per week (Must be able to work flexibly and participate in a staff rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays between the hours of 7am and 10pm)

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 1st December 2024

Interview Date(s): To be confirmed

Please note: This role is open to FEMALE Applicants only

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a direct difference to people’s lives? Our friendly team at Waterlees court are looking for two part time support workers to join our team. Waterlees is a purpose-built supported living with 9 flats in Wigston, providing supported living care for adults with learning disability, Autism, Physical disabilities and Sensory impairments. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work as part of our team, to provide person centred care.

In return, you will have the opportunity to develop and progress within a large public sector organisation, with opportunities to thrive in a modern and flexible working environment, have access to an excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, along with a generous annual leave entitlement.

About the Role

We are looking for people who can help us to deliver high quality care and support to adults with learning differences (disability) in our Supported Living Service.

You will deliver day to day support, providing assistance with personal care, promoting choice and control alongside maximising independence. You do not need to have any previous formal experience in care, we are interested in people who share our values to join our committed team and celebrate individuality and diversity.

We will provide the training needed (in work-time) and have a team behind you to mentor, coach and support your journey. You will work in accordance with Leicestershire County Council’s Employee Code of Conduct, Skills for Care Code of Conduct for Adult Social Care Workers.

We will meet the training costs and the DBS enhanced check (Adults Barred List) for a regulated activity required for this post.

About You

To apply for this post, you must be able to meet all of the following:

• Demonstrate a commitment to providing high quality care and support, and maximising independence;
• Be responsive to meet the changing needs of a 24/7 service. Must be able to work flexibly and participate in a staff rota that incorporates working weekends and bank holidays;
• The ability to write clear and concise records;
• Have the ability to assist with the moving and handling of people using available equipment;

We’d also expect you to share our commitment to our values and will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the interview process.

Interested in Flexible Working?

We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual’s personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:

Name: Leah Wheeler

Telephone: 0116 3050864

Email: leah.wheeler@leics.gov.uk

How to Apply

Leicestershire County Council is an inclusive organisation which is on a journey to embed and celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion at every level. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, as having a diverse workforce with different perspectives and ideas is fundamental to our values and enriches the services, we offer our communities. We particularly welcome applicants from Ethnically Diverse and LGBTQ+ communities and people with disabilities to create a balanced workforce and one that reflects the communities we serve. Applicants with a disability who meet the criteria listed in the ‘About You’ section above will be offered an interview under the Disability Confident Employer Scheme.

To apply for this job, please click ‘Apply Now’. You will need to upload a supporting statement as part of your application which explains how you meet the criteria listed in the ‘About You’ section above. For more information, see the How to Apply section on our career site.

If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Employee Service Centre: https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home.

By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a bustling local authority, based in Leicestershire, which needs an Information Governance Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will play a key part in safeguarding the community's data and ensuring compliance is in line with legislation and best practices. This is a hybrid role.

The role pays an hourly rate of £16-£17ph umbrella and is a three-month rolling contract. The rate is dependant upon experience.

Key Responsibilities Of The Information Governance Assistant Position:

• Ensure compliance with GDPR, Data Protection Act, and other relevant legislation.
• Support and coordinate responses to FOI, SARs, and data breach incidents.
• Conduct data protection impact assessments and advise departments on information management.

The Person:

• Knowledge of GDPR, FOI, and related legislation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach to information governance challenges.

Benefits Included With The Information Governance Assistant Role:

• Hybrid working (office attendance once a week)
• Weekly pay
• Flexible hours

If this Information Governance Assistant role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, then please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969, or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

Class 1 Night Driver

(Tuesday to Saturday)

Coalville

Do you have a UK Class 1 CE Licence?

If "YES" we want to hear from you!!

The position of Class 1 Night Driver involves:

• Delivering to various businesses across the country.
• Loading/unloading of vehicle.
• Dealing with customers face to face and over the phone.
• Keeping in regular contact with the transport team for updates on progress and managing our customers' expectations.
• Attending regular training sessions.

Essential skills required for Class 1 Night Driver:

• Must have a UK HGV Class 1 CE Licence.
• Hold a current DCPC Card and UK Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Experience of Fridge trailers is preferred but not essential as full training will be given.
• Be passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Working to deadlines.
• Confident, polite and a team player.
• Good geographical knowledge.
• Due to the nature of the role applicants must be fit, flexible, hardworking and self-motivated.

Why Gregory Distribution?

• Salary for Class 1 Night Driver is between £44,166pa - £48,245pa and more, depending on hours worked.
• Start time between 8pm - 10pm
• Enhanced rate for working weekends.
• Free DCPC training during your employment*
• Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
• Retail discounts with Hapi*
• Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
• Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
• Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
• Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme*
• Christmas Savings Club*
• Black Circle Tyre discount*
• Leading industry qualifications*
• Medical Reimbursement*
• This vacancy is not entitled to the employee referral scheme.
• Free Uniform.
• Strong culture of teamwork.

So if you have the drive to be the best and want to be a part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now for this vacancy.

Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, and we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

The Gregory Group require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

Interested applicants for the Class 1 Night Driver position should click the apply button below. For any queries in relation to the vacancy please contact our Recruitment Team on . Please take into account that our Recruitment Team work Monday to Friday 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs, so we will get back to you as soon as we can.

External Website Applications: You will be redirected to the Gregory distribution Website where you can apply for this vacancy. You will be asked to complete a short application form and will receive email confirmation when it has been submitted.

Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit direct, but we do have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch if we need you.

*Subject to terms and conditions

We are seeking a dynamic Head of Programming to join our Producing and Programming team and manage the day-to-day delivery of all visiting work. You will be experienced in theatre programming. Having strong financial and administrative skills are key, as is the ability to work as part of a team.

As Head of Programming you will be responsible for managing all visiting work across our stages ensuring we present a balanced programme that serves our diverse audiences. You will manage all visiting work budgets and will collaborate with Marketing and Sales teams to set targets and monitor financial performance. You will also play a key role in developing relationships with external companies and producers. In addition, the Head of Programming will contribute to business planning relating to visiting work and the theatre’s Audience Development and Access plans.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful individual will have a flexible approach to working, including the ability to work unsociable hours. Ideally the postholder will be located in Leicester, but flexible working will be considered for the right candidate.

We want to employ passionate, hard-working and dedicated individuals; if this is you, then we welcome your application. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria in the person specification; we want to hear from you. If you have any questions regarding the role, please email careers@curvetheatre.co.uk.

To apply for this role, please click on the Apply Now button, to submit your CV along with a covering letter (of no more than 1 page) setting out why you are suitable for the role, and why you want to work at Curve.


Closing date for applications: Midday, Monday 9 December 2024
First stage interviews: Thursday 19 or Friday 20 December 2024


We are an inclusive organisation, from our trustees and team members to our audience and participants. We treat all job applicants equally, regardless of class, age, disability, gender identity or gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or any other equality characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the cultural sector.

Our client is a group of engineering companies with a collective vision to champion and support British manufacturing. Due to growth, our client is looking for an experienced field Service Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. This role will be based at their site in Loughborough alongside field-based, travelling work across the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join this company in an exciting period of growth. The role will suit an individual who enjoys travelling and variety in their work, experiencing each day providing its own challenge.

The Culture and Company
Our client prides itself on their team of experienced professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and industry insights to each engagement. This expertise enables them to provide clients with informed perspectives and innovative solutions that address both immediate and long-term business goals.

Benefits include:
Flexitime where permitted
Fully expensed travel
Full product training and qualification
Long service awards

About the Field Service Engineer Role
As Field Service Engineer you will be an experienced multi skilled maintenance engineer (electrically bias) providing safe, correct and efficient preventative and routine maintenance of NDT equipment and machinery.

Other responsibilities include:
Diagnostics of faults and issues of NDT equipment, machinery, and systems
Repair of equipment, machinery (electrical & mechanical) and systems
Correctly disassemble, inspect, clean, replace and re-assemble mechanical assemblies
Installation of electro-mechanical systems in accordance with safety standards and regulations
Electro-mechanical system testing and commissioning
Software uploading, downloading, taking data back-ups
Fault-finding connectivity issues and configuring connectivity devices/equipment

About You – Field Service Engineer
As Field Service Engineer, you will be able to work to tight deadlines and have good time management awareness, along with a Level 3 Engineering or Technical qualification. Experience working with NDT or radiography equipment would be highly advantageous although not essential.

Other requirements include:
Ability to apply technical knowledge to solve engineering problems
Experience of installing equipment i.e. marking-off, drilling and mounting equipment to walls/rooms/enclosures
Experience of pulling cables, terminating cables and wiring devices/components
Experience stripping down, cleaning and reassembling mechanical assemblies
Experienced with industrial software packages and connectivity devices
Ability to fault-find and diagnose to a device/PCB – board swapping
IT literate with email and MS suite such as Word and Excel
Appropriate engineering/electrical experience and training such as an apprenticeship
Full manual UK driving licence

A DBS check will be required as part of the hiring process.

Thank you for your application!

We are currently recruiting for a wide range of roles within the Engineering & Manufacturing sectors. Check out our website to see our live roles: www.extensionrecruitment.com.

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