Total 1,069 Others job vacancies in Luton, LU1 2PJ

About us...

Luton Hoo is the quintessential English country house hotel. Befitting a location of such historical importance. With our 2 Rosette Restaurant and award-winning Adam’s Brasserie we are committed to delivering hospitality to the highest standard. Our five-star facilities include 228 unique bedrooms and suites, luxury spa, 18-hole championship golf course, state of the art conference facilities, shooting school and much more.

A bit about what you will do...

• Overseeing a well organised shift to ensure guests receive the best service
• Responsible for control procedures on reception and the security of cash, keys and guest data.
• To train all team members to the required hotel standards Think of ways to improve standards and create even higher service levels for our guests
• Plan ahead and ensure staffing levels are accurate and sufficient
• Driving sales/upselling at reception
• To undertake front of house duties
• To build a good rapport with all guests and try to resolve any complaints/issues

More about you...

• Providing a high-quality service comes naturally to you.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Very good at multi-tasking and remaining calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills with a high standard of written and spoken English.
• A smart and professional appearance.
• You value being part of a team and supporting your colleagues.
• Most of all, you have an approachable, positive, and proactive manner.
• Experience in a similar role within a 5-star hotel is a significant advantage.
• Opera PMS experience

What’s in it for you…

Competitive salary

Holiday – 28 days holiday, enhanced after 5 years of service.

But there’s more...

• Free meals on duty.
• Complimentary on-site parking is available whilst on duty.
• Discounted employee friends & family rates at Arora Hotels.
• Food and beverage discounts.
• Christmas gifts and employee parties.
• Introduce a friend scheme.
• Cycle 2 work scheme.
• UK attraction discounts @ Merlin Entertainments.
• Taste card.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Wage stream.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Arora star employee recognition.
• Long service recognition award.

Grow with us...

We are growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities. Being part of the Arora group there are exciting opportunities for career progression and development across our properties and brands.

EEAST has a new opportunity to experienced vehicle technicians to work with our Fleet service.

As a Master Vehicle Technician, you will lead the maintenance and repair operations for our fleet of ambulances and emergency response vehicles.

You will utilise your advanced technical skills and leadership abilities to oversee the diagnosis, repair,
and maintenance of complex vehicle systems, ensuring the highest standards of reliability and safety to
support our critical emergency medical response services.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• To cover certain aspects of managing the workshop in the absence of the Workshop Manager as directed by the Workshop manager, including workshop loading, and Job Card quality checks, Warranty procedures.

• Lead and supervise a team of vehicle technicians, providing guidance, mentoring, and technical expertise to ensure efficient and effective maintenance and repair operations.

• Conduct advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting on ambulance and emergency response vehicles, utilising specialised equipment and software to identify and rectify complex mechanical and electrical faults.

• Plan and prioritise maintenance schedules and repair tasks, coordinating with fleet management and operational personnel to minimise downtime and maintain service readiness.

• Perform in-depth mechanical, electrical, and electronic repairs, including engine and transmission overhauls, brake system repairs, and component replacements, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications and health and safety regulations.

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and procedures to prolong the lifespan of fleet vehicles and optimise operational efficiency.

You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.
At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.

We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.

We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.

For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.

Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)

Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.

Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.


This advert closes on Monday 4 Nov 2024

Maintenance Operative / Handy PersonTemp to Perm

About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled and reliable maintenance operator to join our client in Luton. As a handy person, you will play a crucial role in maintaining their facilities and ensuring they operate smoothly. Your tasks will include general repairs, minor fixes, and upkeep duties.

Responsibilities

General DIY Duties: You'll be responsible for various tasks around the building, including:
Painting: Refreshing walls and surfaces.
Filling and Sanding Holes: Ensuring a smooth finish
Tightening Screws and Taps: Fixing loose fixtures
General Repairs: Addressing any maintenance issues promptly
Lifting and Moving: Assisting with site logistics.
Basic Electrics
Basic Carpentry

Requirements:
Experience: Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous.
Skills: Basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical knowledge.
Reliability: Punctuality and commitment to completing tasks.
Physical Stamina: Ability to lift and move objects as needed.

Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience.
Opportunity to contribute to a well-maintained environment.
Friendly and supportive team.

Temp to perm

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VMS Analyst

Hybrid - Luton

The Role

We are looking for a VMS Accounts Reconciliation Analyst to join our team in Luton. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records by managing various reconciliation and reporting tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, reconcile and deliver Weekly Discrepancy reports to the account teams
• Perform key account Open AR and unapplied cash analysis and deliver as scheduled
• Confirm prior period adjustment activities were processed, and aging(s) cleared
• Report Collection status
• Document and maintain assigned account components in central log (Fact Sheet data)
• Collaborate and cultivate continuous improvement through participation
• Ability to work flexible hours with direction & training coming from the U.S. Team.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Preferred knowledge of reconciliation practices and Dynamics GP or large ERP system
• Preferred knowledge and experience with VMS systems (Fieldglass, Beeline, IQN, etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge in all areas of accounts receivable (Invoices, Debit memos, Credit Memos, Unapplied Cash)
• Prior track record and understanding of transactional analysis, discrepancy conclusions and clearing actions (steps)
• Experience working with account management to resolve unpaid account balances and billing discrepancies
• Strong analytical and technical skills
• Intermediate or Advanced Excel skillset including vLookups, Pivots and Reporting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

We welcome applications from individuals requiring varying levels of flexibility, our supportive and highly experienced team will provide you with the full details of the role.

You are guaranteed an interview if you can demonstrate that you can meet the role requirements above and have a disability /long-term health condition - just tell us when applying for the role. Our interview guarantee also applies to any current reservists, ex-armed forces personnel or forces spouses applying. We also recognise the value people with previous convictions can bring to society and are proud to be a "Ban the Box" employer.

We genuinely care about creating a diverse and inclusive team and we welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives and experiences to work with us. We cannot, and will never discriminate against anyone based on, race, ethnicity, national origin, colour, sex, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs, disability status, family or parental status, age, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity. At Guidant Global everyone has the freedom to give their opinion, build their career path and be part of a cooperative and supportive team. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process please do let us know. In your application please feel free to note which pronouns you use.

We currently have a permanent opportunity for a Security Guard to join our team in Willand, Devon.

• The role is working days
• The hours of work and shift patterns available is: 4 on 4 off 6:30am - 6:30pm
• The rate of pay is £12.04 per hour

Main Responsibilities:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Manage/control pedestrian and vehicular access to the site
• Report all security threats/breaches to management/the police as required
• Ensure all significant incidents are logged
• Ensure vehicles accessing site are logged
• Provide a positive, first point of contact for visitors to the site
• Ensure that unauthorised persons do not obtain access to site

Full training will be given for all aspects of the role

Ideal Candidate:

• Attention to detail
• Observation skills
• Great communication skills
• Great time management
• Approachability to colleagues and visitors at all levels
• Hazard awareness

Previous experience in a similar role would be a bonus!

Package Description:

• Immediate starts within a few days
• Exclusive 2 Sisters employee discount platform available via an app offering savings of up to 60% with brands including Asda, Morrisons, M&S and Tesco
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing and occupational health support on site
• £150 refer a friend scheme
• Fantastic development opportunities available for promotion and career development
• In-house training that includes L2 and L1 Health and Safety Certification
• Opportunities for overtime at a premium rate
• Canteen with hot, affordable food
• Trade Union
• Free Off Street parking
• Employee of the month rewards
• Seasonal Events

Quality Inspector, Larkhall, £12.25 per hour

We are recruiting a number of Quality Inspectors for our well known client in Larkhall. If you want to work for a market leading business within the automotive industry, then you have all of this to look forward to:

• Overseeing the inspection of products or services to make sure the products meet all requirements and standards
• Carrying out quality control checks on finished goods prior to shipping
• Inspecting parts against master part to ensure quality standards achieved
• Identifying any product defects / faults
• Developing and implementing quality control audit plans
• Ensuring right quantity of packaging / ensuring correct packaging of parts
• Signing off final product / back up final recordings
• Ensuring that products comply with company standards
• Use of numeracy skills to confirm data / product number accuracy
• Accurately recording data and inputting into computerised system
• Regular overtime paid at great rates

What we're looking for:

• Commitment to working Monday to Friday - rotational shift pattern of back, early and night shifts
• Computer literate
• Fantastic attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• An enthusiastic can do attitude

If you're interested in working for a growing and respected business, then our expert consultants would love to hear from you.

Apply now!

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Joining this market-leading electrical distribution business in Luton as a Graduate Trainee Sales Manager, you will immerse yourself in an intensive training period and progress quickly to building relationships with B2B customers.

The business has a proven track-record of developing graduate talent to management level. They are a dominant force in their industry with an impressive £1.7 billion turnover. With hundreds of UK locations, they are a growing business that offers graduates a fantastic platform to launch their careers.

The Role

Joining this business as a Graduate Trainee Sales Manager, you will:

• Immerse yourself in an intensive training period and gain insight into various areas of the business
• Receive product, skills and industry sales training both in-house and with external training providers
• Complete a programme of professional sales training
• Work closely with an experienced senior manager mentor
• Quickly progress to a key business development role within the business
• Build relationships with B2B customers
• Manage key customer accounts and your own diary

With this group of companies, your development is limited only by your own ambition. You will be given the tools to be successful, make an impact and progress and many graduates go on to run their own business within the group.

The Rewards

As a Graduate Trainee Sales Manager, you will receive:

• Thorough training tailored to you
• An initial salary of £27,500 - £29,000 with regular salary reviews
• Your cut of the company's profits in the form of an uncapped bonus
• Further progression opportunities
• A company car (upon progression to field-based role)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• The opportunity to establish a career with a well-renowned business - opportunities with the group are highly sought after by industry professionals

Required Skills

To be successful in this graduate sales role, you should be:

• A business-minded graduate
• An excellent communicator
• Money-motivated and driven to succeed
• Confident, competitive and outgoing
• In possession of a full UK driving licence

Apply today to find out more!

About The Company:
OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.

This role sits within our Private Sector FM business division that provides catering, cleaning, hard services, pest control, and security services to a wide range of prestigious clients, within the Venues market.



About The Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an Air Conditioning Mobile Building services engineer to join our team working on key contracts around the East Anglia part of the country.

As this role is client facing you will need to present a professional image and have good communication skills and a willingness to provide the best possible solutions to meet the clients' needs.

You will be City & Guilds qualified (to relevant standard) ideally with experience working in a similar environment. As you will be working alone, you'll need to be able to think proactively arranging materials, providing information for quotations, and managing the clients' expectations.

Early starts and late finishes may be required as part of this role to allow for disruptive works to be completed with minimal disruption to the client. You'll be required to be part of the on-call rota system operating on a 1-8 rota.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 07:00 - 17:00 - 40 hours per week

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Carry out installation and servicing of AC units in a range of environments as well as planning, inspecting, and carrying out repairs or preventative general maintenance as required and responding to breakdowns.
• Carrying out statutory inspection of assets including Emergency Lighting, Water Temperature checks, Fire Door inspection and repairs, Plumbing repairs, Lighting checks and other minor reactive works.
• Providing technical guidance to the client and contract support

About You:

• Applicant must have the right to work in the UK
• C&G qualified (2379)
• To be IT literate using Microsoft Word, Excel etc
• Must hold a full UK driving license as use of company vehicle may be required.

Benefits:

• A pension scheme- to save for the future - eligibility rules apply
• Access to high street discounts
• Access to low interest loans
• Recognition scheme 'OCS Stars'- monetary rewards given to top performers
• Training and Development- apprenticeships, e-learning, English as a Second Language and our award nominated 'Impact' Programme
• Long Service Awards
• Cycle to work scheme- discounted bicycles
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- 24-7 Wellbeing Support

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available.

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Production Operative

Production Operative - Unit B, New Orchard Estate, Airport Executive Park, Luton LU2 9NY - Earn Up to £18 p/h Apply now!

At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for Production Operative to work with an important company in the Luton LU2 9NY area. THG David Berryman is a leading nutrition brand, delivering a range of quality products including drinks, vitamins and minerals, high-protein foods, snack alternatives.

Great transport links - 100 bus every 30 mins from Luton center and A line bus every 10 mins. Airport free bus also available with walk from airport.

Shift Patterns:

Fixed Monday to Thursday

• Working Hours: 07:00 - 19:00 day shift
• 4 days - 12 hours shifts
• 1x 45 minute paid break
• 2 x 15 minute unpaid breaks

Pay Rates:

• £12.00 phr
• Overtime: 1.5 x basic pay rate after 48 hours worked in one week

Location: Unit B, New Orchard Estate, Airport Executive Park, Luton LU2 9NY

As a Production Operative you will need to have:

• Interest to learn new skills and processes as full training will be provided.
• Communication and numeracy skills - a good level of English is required.
• Good attention to details.
• Excellent timekeeping and high performance.
• This is a full-time role; you must have full-time Right to Work permitted.

Role of a Production Operative:

• Working within a busy/fast paced environment which requires a high level of dexterity and accuracy.
• Manual weighing out of ingredients of bags up to 25kg - following a recipe.
• Quality checking and reporting results
• Working to a schedule as part of a team
• Clean-down the station between batches and allergens
• Checking of batches & quantities
• Checking documentation to ensure products are packed in line with specification.
• Complete all health and safety checks and actions in line with company procedure.

Benefits of working with us as Production Operative:

• 28 Holidays per year
• Weekly Pay
• Easy access to payslips, online customer support and more on the Job & Talent app
• Employee benefits such as high street discounts available on our mobile app.
• Pension Scheme
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Mortgage references
• 24 hours support from our onsite team.

Duration: Ongoing

This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for Production Operative jobs in Luton.

Sign your contract with Job & Talent for some great working benefits and professional stability.

If you are interested in the above role, please click apply and one of our team members will get in touch with you shortly!

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

Job&Talent do NOT charge any fees for our services.

Job&Talent acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Salary: £41,940 OTE (£36k Basic + £2,400 pa Bonus OTE + Overtime)Weekly Hours: 42.5 /week MON-FRI 08:00-17:30 + 1 in 3 SATs 8:00-12:00 (Paid at time and half)About us:We are the UK's leading vehicle rental specialists that you may not have heard of. Our branches cover the UK, Ireland and Spain, our workshops maintain and repair our own fleet. Within the UK we operate circa 49,000 Vans and 19,000 Cars so there is a good variety of vehicles to work on. About you:As a Vehicle Technician you are responsible for the maintenance and repair of our vehicles to ensure they are safe and legally compliant for our customers to hire. If you are Level 2 Qualified Technician with at least 3 years employment as a Vehicle Technician, Service Technician, MOT Tester, Automotive Mechanic or fully qualified Level 3 Diagnostic Technician, we would love to hear from you.About our training:We have our own internal IMI accredited training department, where we can upskill you on: Diagnostics (DS / Texa / Star / Diag Box) Hybrid & EV vehicle repair, Tail lifts, braking systems, and electrics etc:For those trained to Level 2, you can take a training needs analysis so we can build a personalised training program for you to increase your skillset.About your benefits:An excellent basic salary, but there is much more available at Northgate Vehicle Hire than that. Some of our most popular benefits include (but are not limited to) …Fantastic bonus scheme (Up to 8% of Salary) (not time saved)Regular enhanced overtime, paid at time and a half (subject to business needs)24 days annual leave rising to 26 with service (+ bank holidays) and an extra day's holiday to celebrate your birthday.Free life assuranceWell-being services (incl. Colleague Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance).Exclusive colleague vehicle-leasing schemesPension & save-as-you-earn share scheme.Our Benefits App offers unlimited access to a vast range of retailer discounts and cashback deals (incl. Tesco, Asda, Curry's, and B&Q & Wickes, to name just a few)We're excited to have recently launched Wagestream for all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay. Not only does it let you choose when to get paid it also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can get discounts on your shopping, check what benefits you're eligible for and can even put you in touch with a financial coach!With over 60 branches nationwide, Northgate Vehicle Hire are the UK’s go-to provider of light commercial vehicle rental solutions, partnering with some of the country’s most well-known organisations. We have gained a reputation for being at the forefront of the LCV sector and for helping our customers when they need us most.And we’re also part of something bigger – ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. Few other companies can match the support, development opportunities and long-term security we offer. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.We are agile. We are experts. We are imaginative. We are reliable.Keep your career moving, smarter.INDNVH

Production Manager

The Client
Our Client is a well established company within the water treatment industry. For four decades they have forged a well deserved reputation at the forefront of this industry in the UK. In addition to distributing standard products their ability to build bespoke water treatment solutions to a customers specification has helped set them apart from the competition.

The ROLE
Due to continued success they now require a Production Manager to oversee the production process. The successful candidate will be required to:

* Lead a small team of multi-disciplined (mechanical and electrical) assemblers
* Plan production schedule
* Order the products to ensure stock levels remain adequate
* Quality standards
* Monitor the production processes and adjust schedules as needed
* Monitor productivity rates and product standards
* Liaise with different departments, teams and companies, e.g. suppliers, managers, clients
* Ensure customer orders are completed on time and to budget

The CANDIDATE
Our client is looking for strong applicants with experience in a similar role, the right candidate will:
* Posses a background in assembly/production
* Production planning/scheduling experience
* Multiskilled
* Supervisory/Management experience

Location: Based in Hitchin
Suitable living locations for this role would include;
Hitchin
Letchworth
Stevenage
Barton-le-Clay
Henlow
Royston
Luton
Dunstable
Shefford
Stotfold

Alternative Titles - Production Manager, Assembly Manager, Production Supervisor, Mechanical Assembly Supervisor, Production Planner, Production Scheduler

Mana Resourcing is a specialist recruitment company working within the Engineering, Sales, IT and Commercial sectors. We are established to service and support the recruitment requirements of modern businesses and candidates alike.
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Bodyshop Manager

Location: Luton

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 p/a (DOE) Plus up to £24,400 in bonus p/a

Car allowance: £6,500 p/a

Hours: 45 hours per week, Mon-Fri

Job Description:

Our client is looking to recruit a Bodyshop Manager / Bodyshop Controller / General Manager for our body shop to facilitate and oversee the day-to-day delivery of excellent customer service and site profitability by motivating, supporting and managing their team to deliver a quality repair - on time, every time.

The successful candidate will deliver exceptional market-leading customer service by actively managing the delivery of a first-class customer service journey. This will be achieved by the Bodyshop Manager / Bodyshop Controller / General Manager exercising a proactive control of the customer experience, from initial booking into the final return of the vehicle.

Responsibilities of a Bodyshop Manager / Bodyshop Controller / General Manager:

• To deliver financial results in line with agreed budgeted requirements
• To manage site resources and costs to optimise capability and profitability
• To actively and effectively manage work provider and supplier relationships
• To manage compliance to all company processes as well as current Health & Safety, PAS125 and manufacturer standards.
• To deliver structured individual performance management processes
• We are looking for somebody with a full driving licence, a professional appearance, excellent communication skills and the ability to show a calm, confident approach.

Skills and Qualifications of a Bodyshop Manager / Bodyshop Controller / General Manager :

• Delivery of proactive performance management
• Knowledge of repair methodology and modern repair techniques
• Staff recruitment and current HR policies
• Audatex experience
• Preferably an IMI / ATA qualification

Ideally, we are looking for somebody with an in-depth knowledge of current management systems and tools as well as the ability to interpret printed estimating package information; however, this is not an essential requirement, but very desirable.

Please contact Michael Godden at Tru Talent on 07743073044 or 01202 237129, using reference (Bodyshop Manager - Luton) or if you can 'Apply Now'.

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Are you an innovative Lead Teacher in English, who is committed to improving the lives of pupils and young people? Do you want to work at a brand-new school where our approach to learning is centered around the individual child and supports them to achieve their personal best?

We are looking for a Lead Teacher in English to join our new Options Autism School - Claystone School in Luton, Bedfordshire. This is an exciting time to join a brand-new school and be a part of a team that believes ‘Embracing Difference leads to Endless Possibilities’ for all its pupils.

The school will have capacity for 48 pupils ages 4-11 years old and is due to open January 2025.

Our New Options School will cater for pupils who have ASC and Complex Needs.

Up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience (not pro rata) Plus a Welcome Bonus of £2000**
Monday to Friday
Term Time only
Permanent
About the role

We require an experienced and qualified teacher who has the ability to make a significant contribution to our school. We are particularly looking for candidates with the experience to take on responsibility for Literacy in the whole School.

You will take a creative approach to teaching pupils according to their educational needs, ensuring delivery of the school curriculum in a way that maximises pupils’ achievement and ability to develop. The pupils may display some challenging behaviour due to their different needs, so staff are required to have experience teaching in an SEN school or have previous experience of working with SEN pupils.

Within this role, you will teach pupils in a fun and engaging way. You will also work with the support staff within the classroom to ensure that each pupil is getting the support they require, but also to ensure the smooth running of sessions and allow each pupil to have a positive learning environment. You will provide feedback to SLT, parents and carers.

For this role, you should:

Have a UK QTS or QTLS.
Have previous experience teaching in an SEN school or have previous experience of working with SEN pupils.
Have experience teaching and be able to plan fun and engaging sessions.
Have the ability to lead the development of Literacy programmes across the school.
About the school

Our new Options Autism School - Claystone School in Luton, Bedfordshire will have capacity for 48 pupils ages 4-11 years old and will cater for pupils who have ASC and Complex Needs.

The school is due to open January 2025.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.​

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*4DWW will be rolled out when the school is fully staffed.

**Welcome Bonus is payable as £1000 upon successfully passing Probation (month 6) and a further £1000 upon completing 12 months continuous employment.

Assistant Store Manager – Luton (Pets at Home, Retail Management Jobs)

Who are we?
We’re Pets at Home, a well-known name in the UK pet care industry. If you love pets, you might already be familiar with our range of Pet Care Centres, Pets Grooming salons, and Vets for Pets practices across the country. Our community-focused pet care stores are where local people come together to support local pet owners and their pets.

What’s the role?
We’re looking for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team in Luton. Reporting directly to the Store Manager, you’ll be a key part of the retail management team, ensuring smooth daily operations. As Duty Manager, you’ll take full responsibility for the store in the absence of the Deputy or Store Manager. You’ll lead from the front, managing everything from recruitment, stock control, and store standards to driving sales and ensuring exceptional customer service.
Your role will include:
• Overseeing store operations when the Store Manager or Deputy Manager is unavailable.
• Maximising sales and driving performance to achieve key KPIs.
• Leading and inspiring your team to ensure a fun, customer-focused environment.
• Maintaining high standards across the store, ensuring it’s a great place to shop and work.
• Collaborating with the management team to create a seamless retail experience.
We’ll provide you with industry-leading training, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to deliver top-tier service and care for our customers and their pets.

Who are we looking for?
• You’ll have at least 6 months of hands-on supervisory/management experience in a retail environment.
• Passionate about retail with a track record of delivering great results and high standards.
• Flexible to work a 7-day shift pattern, including weekends.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills, able to engage and motivate your team.
• Ready to take on 6 months of training, covering everything from customer service and health & safety to caring for pets.

Benefits
We reward and recognise our retail management team with a comprehensive benefits package that supports your mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Here’s what you can look forward to:
• Annual bonus
• 28 days paid leave (rising to 33 days after 2 years), including 8 bank holidays.
• Birthday day off – celebrate your day!
• Life Assurance – 4x your annual salary.
• Company pension contribution of 4%.
• Colleague discount of 20% across Pets at Home, Pets Grooming, and Vets for Pets, plus 30% off our own brand.

“Pets just see people. They aren’t biased and they don’t discriminate. We take our inspiration from pets, and we value and respect difference in all its forms. Our aim is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and every colleague can help us achieve this. We encourage our people to be themselves so even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!”

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Don’t wait! If you’re interested in this Assistant Store Manager role in Luton, apply today to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early due to the high volume of applications.

For details on main duties and responsibilities, please see attached job description and person specification.