Total 524 Manager job vacancies in Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 2DT

The University of Central Lancashire wishes to recruit a Finance Operations Manager (Payroll, Pensions & Travel) as part the Financial Operations team in Financial Services. This will be part of the Financial Operations Management team which includes Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Banking & Treasury and responsibility for all financial and transactional operations, activities and systems.

The successful candidate will have significant experience of team management and managing workloads, activities and completing tasks to required deadlines. Substantial knowledge and experience of managing multiple payroll and pensions activities and routines is required alongside a detailed knowledge of all current legislation. The role will also manage the coordination of all business travel arrangements for individual, group and complex itineraries including all associated payments and expenses. Candidates should also have experience of working with third party agencies and in-depth knowledge of best practices across the payroll, pensions and travel industries.

This is a varied and exciting role which requires a hands on approach to support all areas of the team and wider Financial Operations objectives. The successful candidate will need to hold the CIPP Diploma in Payroll Management and preferably be AAT qualified or hold an equivalent business or finance field such as Chartered Institute of Credit Management. Candidates will also need to have five GCSEs or equivalent at Grade C/Grade 4 (or equivalent) including English and Maths. A customer service qualification or project management skills are also desirable for this role. Extensive experience and use of Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint are also required.

Utilising excellent organisational and decision making skills, the successful applicant will be able to multitask, be flexible and adaptable in their approach, be able to work under pressure, use their knowledge and skills to influence, challenge and implement changes and engage with the wide range of internal and external customers using a range of communication skills and approaches. Applicants must be able to promote adherence to controls and compliance in respect of financial policies and procedures.

Joining our friendly and welcoming team, we are looking for a confident and positive team manager with excellent communication skills who will provide our staff, suppliers, students and customers with outstanding customer service.

Core opening hours are 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, with some flexible working available including some hybrid working. The University benefits including a generous annual leave package for all staff, option to join the nominated pension scheme and a range of other benefits. Please contact Nicholas Brierley, Head of Financial Operations for any informal discussions or further details.

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, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

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Your new company
Join a large, dynamic finance department that is dedicated to enhancing financial reporting activities. This company, based in Blackburn, offers a fantastic opportunity for a skilled finance professional to manage the statutory audit process and contribute to continuous improvement projects within the finance function.

Your new role
As the Finance Manager for Audit, you will play a vital role in managing the statutory audit process, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and transparency. Your responsibilities will include leading the statutory external audit process, managing audit task trackers, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and implementing robust internal controls. You will also be involved in various continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing internal controls, balance sheet reconciliations, local statutory accounts, month-end processes, and financial reporting practices.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will hold a finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), with experience working in an Audit role, with no previous experience within industry required. You will need strong organisational and project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep knowledge of financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. You should have a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary up to £57K, plus a bonus and generous benefits. You will work full-time onsite at modern offices in Blackburn, and will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment that values continuous improvement and professional development. You will be part of a team that is committed to maintaining high standards of financial integrity and compliance, with opportunities to make a significant impact on the finance function. There is the chance with this role to influence the direction your career will move into within the wider finance team as you progress, whether into the Group finance function, or a more commercial focused role, for example.

What you need to do now


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DBS DIT provides digital capability that supports corporate services across the Ministry of Defence, including Finance, Commercial, Payroll and Human Resources for Military Personnel, Civilian Personnel and Veterans.

Cyber Security Assessors are responsible for independent assessment of Delivery Teams’ adherence to Secure by Design and relevant risk and security policies and standards. They coordinate between Delivery Teams dealing with similar security challenges to optimise solutions and minimise duplication of effort. They are responsible for consistent, coherent advice and support to relevant capabilities. They identify, understand and mitigate cyber-related risks. They provide risk or service owners with advice to help them make well informed risk-based decisions.

As Cyber security Assessor within the DBS Cyber Team you will manage all day to day IT Security and System Information Assurance, and, applying Secure by Design, ensure that security is embedded in all stages of the application development life cycle, and that there is continuous monitoring through use. You will also advise on and test the efficacy of measures to build security into continuous integration and deployment with specific responsibilities for the day to day IT security for multiple Military and Civilian HR systems and Finance systems.

The role will require you to demonstrate a talent for solving complex problems and for effective communication at all levels. You will be able to advise on complex risk balance decisions, propose innovative solutions and to explain MOD’s security policy, governance and technology controls to non-IT/security experts. Senior Responsible Owners and Project Leads will rely on your expertise to ensure they have an accurate understanding of through-life cyber security risks, so they can make informed decisions. Projects may involve complex technical and security challenges and you will need a good understanding of technical controls and policy (JSP 440; JSP 604/453)

The Key Responsibilities are:

• Lead the embedment of Secure by Design (SbD) principles into application development by providing advice and internal consultancy on highly complex criteria and contexts for multiple systems.
• Manage system accreditation transition to SbD
• Lead multi-team assessment of application resilience throughout the DBS IT estate, reviewing regular application security reports, holding accountability and responsibility for secure design implementation;
• supporting delivery of main gate assurance of all projects and changes; ensuring compliance with Information Assurance Policy and Security Principles
• Lead and assure processes, and provide specialist advice though leadership on tooling and dynamic and static analysis in the product development life cycle.
• Lead Delivery Team Security Leads (previously Security Assurance Co-ordinator (SACs)) alongside senior decision makers to embed secure development life cycle and security awareness.

As a Principal Cyber Security Risk Manager, you will:


• Conduct cyber security risk assessments
• Implement continuous risk management; Lead and undertake risk management activities against the hardest or more novel scenarios, while applying the fundamental principles of risk management to a range of complex scenarios and lead regulatory or legislative compliance activities.
• Guide and direct specialist activities or others, actively promoting development in the applicable skills, providing leadership and sharing best practice widely across government, the public sector, and industry.
• Lead the analysis and derivation of complex security needs.
• Lead Cyber Security related risk assessments and other expert risk management activities, including providing guidance on establishing the organisation’s Cyber Security related governance arrangements.
• Provide guidance to ensure on-going confidence that fundamental organisational security needs have been met, including integrating a range of assurance approaches and techniques to give continued confidence to the risk, service or system owner.
• Shape leadership decision-making through
o Effective reporting and communication regarding the effectiveness of security processes across an organisation
o Providing recommendations to highly complex problems
o Acting as an SME for complex cyber risk management concerns, issues and problems

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Deputy Home Manager
Salary: £46,000 - £48,000 per annum
Location: Poulton-le-Fylde
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm (Supernumerary Hours)

Are you an experienced and compassionate nurse looking for a leadership role where you can make a real difference? Time Recruitment is excited to work with a prestigious care provider to recruit a Deputy Home Manager for their stunning, purpose-built home in Poulton-le-Fylde.

This luxury care home offers high-quality nursing and dementia care in a warm, welcoming environment. As Deputy Home Manager, you'll work closely with a dedicated team to deliver outstanding care and support the Home Manager in maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence.

Why You'll Love This Role:
Competitive Salary of up to £48,000
Work-Life Balance with a Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm schedule
Career Development with continuous training and progression opportunities
Fantastic Benefits: Paid DBS & NMC renewals, free onsite parking, uniform, and retail discounts
A Supportive, Close-Knit Team that values your leadership and expertise

What We're Looking For:
NMC Pin (RGN/RMN/RNLD)
A minimum of 1 year's experience as a Clinical Lead or Deputy Home Manager
Experience in nursing and dementia care, with a strong understanding of care planning and clinical governance
A compassionate, person-centred approach to leadership
If you're ready to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in a beautiful, well-supported home, we want to hear from you!

Apply today or contact Jack at Time Recruitment for more information.

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Head of IT Service Management Preston(Warton)Hybrid working £75k-£85k+ Excellent Benefits

My client are a multinational aerospace, defence and information security company.

What you'll be doing:

• Define and implement a comprehensive IT service management strategy aligned with business goals
• Lead and manage a team of service management professionals, including service desk, incident, problem, service design, and transition specialists
• Oversee service operations, ensuring efficient incident and problem resolution, high service availability, and user satisfaction
• Select, implement, and manage IT service management tools to optimise processes and workflows
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the maturity and effectiveness of service management practices
• Establish and maintain service level agreements (SLAs) with internal and external stakeholders
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations on service management best practices to product teams as they design, build, and implement new or updated products to the IT environment

Your skills and experiences:

• Proven experience in IT service management, ideally with a recognised certification (ITIL, ITSM, SIAM)
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging technologies in IT service management
• Strategic thinking: Aligning IT service management with business goals
• Leadership: Building and motivating a high-performing service management team
• IT Service Management (ITSM) and Service Integration and Management (SIAM) knowledge
• Deep understanding of frameworks like ITIL and ITSM best practices
• IT and business stakeholders engagement and management

For an immediate interview please send your cv to Peter Bibby on the email address below...

Your new company
An exciting global convenience retail organisation, are looking to recruit an VAT assistant Manager to join their in house tax team at their head office in Blackburn on either a full time or part time basis. The company operates filling stations, convenience stores, and food service outlets throughout Europe and is based in the UK. It is a well-established, highly respected organisation who are looking to bring in someone experienced in VAT and management to help their fast paced group.

Your new role
As a VAT Assistant Manager in the tax team, you will report to the VAT Director and support the VAT Managers. Your responsibilities will include preparing and submitting VAT returns and EC Sales Lists (ECSLs) for specific territories, which involves collaborating with country finance teams to enhance processes and data accuracy. Additionally, you will provide ad-hoc support to the VAT Director on various non-compliance Indirect Tax matters.

Key Accountabilities:
* Preparing and submitting VAT returns, EC Sales Lists and Intrastat returns.
* Performing reconciliations and assisting in VAT audits.
* Building and maintaining relationships with key finance personnel across the business.
* Working with finance teams to improve processes.


What you'll need to succeed
* VAT technical knowledge and experience of preparing and submitting VAT returns.
* Intermediate/advanced Excel skills
* Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
* Ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities
* Accuracy and attention to detail
* Characteristics such as integrity, trust, professionalism, initiative, discretion, team work
* Tax technical qualifications, working knowledge of SAP and VAT reporting tools is desirable

What you'll get in return
* Salary would be £45k - £50k
* Standard 10% bonus
* In office work, with the option to work from home once a week
* This role offers a diverse range of tax experience within a truly international and dynamic business, providing an excellent opportunity to enhance your tax knowledge.What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact William Loring on 0161 237 3388 or email: If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position in Tax or Treasury, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Head of Finance

Local Authority Blackburn

Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00

3 Days required in the office (2 Days Remote)

Salary Negotiable - (£500-£700pd) Dependent on Experience

Job Purpose

You will take responsibility for our finance teams and performance monitoring team developing the plans necessary to deliver excellent services to our residents. You will have the opportunity to influence the direction of the services and support our staff to make the continuous improvements needed to enable our services to flourish.

The successful applicant will play a vital role in supporting the development of our social care and public health services, offering inspiring leadership to our teams and influencing the strategic direction of our services linked to regulatory and business plan requirements. We are on an improvement journey and have brought together a range of services including for example commissioning, finance and performance, which with your expertise, will support the Directorate to operate within budgets and evidence compliance with a range of regulated activities.

Main responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and external partners to design and deliver integrated services, ensuring efficient budget use.
• Develop and improve financial, performance, and business systems for managing contracts, focusing on outcomes and quality.
• Ensure commissioned services are high-quality, cost-effective, and people-centered with ongoing quality assurance.
• Lead Adult Social Care Finance, Performance, Direct Payments, and Complex Care teams to drive service improvements and align with public health strategies.
• Ensure compliance with Local Authority systems, including risk management, performance monitoring, and workforce planning.
• Manage multiple Council budgets and funding streams effectively.
• Represent the council in key meetings and with health sector partners to ensure collaborative service delivery.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement to achieve positive outcomes for citizens.
• Provide leadership, fostering employee development, wellbeing, and proactive health management.
• Provide timely information to stakeholders to monitor performance and progress towards strategic goals.

Requirements for the role

• Must be able to attend the office 3 days per week (Flexibility on the days)
• Must be a Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIPFA)
• Must have significant experience within Adult Social care at a Senior Level
• Or similar significant NHS experience

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

If this role is of interest, please just respond to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV or call Jake on 01772 208969

Job Description

Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Children's Home Deputy Manager in the South Ribble area of Preston.

The company are currently looking for someone who is happy to work 37 hours per week.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career within children's residential services? We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Deputy Manager to join our team in South Ribble! This is a unique developmental role designed for a motivated leader who's eager to step into a Registered Manager position.

Position Overview:
As Deputy Manager, you'll play a vital role in ensuring exceptional care and support for young people, creating a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. You'll work closely with the Registered Manager, gaining hands-on experience and developing the leadership skills needed to ultimately take on the Registered Manager role.

Key Requirements:

• Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification (completed or nearing completion).
• Strong desire to pursue and complete the Level 5 Diploma.
• Proven experience within children's residential care settings.
• Leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing a team.

Salary & Benefits:

• £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Ongoing support and training for career development.
• Opportunity to lead a team and make a lasting impact in the lives of young people.

This role is perfect for an experienced and ambitious professional who's ready to advance their career in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to grow into a Registered Manager position, we want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW - Send your CV to John… John.deane@servicecare.org.uk

Why Service Care Solutions?

• A Dedicated consultant specific to your area of work with up to date knowledge on markets and new positions.
• We operate nationwide working with both public and private domains.
• All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.
• We operate 3 payrolls per week
• Bring your Job to us bonus of £250
• Refer a friend Bonus of £250

Assistant Site Manager

Are you looking for your next Assistant Site Manager role with a residential builder that can offer you a simple chain of command, a relaxed non-PLC environment and the chance to take on brand new sites?

The company will be starting a new development with 150 units based in the Wyre Borough.

The company are a regional house builder that create traditional looking homes with contemporary interiors, designed for modern living. They concentrate on small developments and they take pride in producing new homes to the highest standard and are committed to delivering excellent customer service. All properties are designed with key features including fully equipped kitchens, premium sized garages and landscaped rear gardens along with a wide range of interior and exterior finishes for customers to personalise their new home.

About the Assistant Site Manager role:

Working closely with a highly experienced Site Manager you will assist in the daily operations of a busy housing development. Duties and responsibilities to include:

• Working with the Site Manager in taking ownership of agreed build programmes at pre-start meetings
• Assist with ensuring that Health & Safety procedures are strictly adhered to
• Conform to building regulations and warranty providers' requirements (NHBC, LABC)
• Assist with ensuring cost effective production in line with development budgets by ensuring that the work undertaken is in full accordance with the cost provision allocated
• Assist with organisation of site meetings and pre-plan and ensure efficient usage of all resources
• Ensure production/progress returns are updated and sent to the Contracts Manager
• Assist with ensuring site security and good practice is maintained at all times
• Assist with ensuring sensible level of stock control in accordance with build requirements including proper checking and recording of deliveries
• Assist with ensuring the quality meets with Company and warranty expectations
• Ensure sub-contractors work within the required specification and adhere to Company Policies
• Ensure that procedures and controls are fully implemented by all site personnel
• Ensure plots are finished to high standard by taking ownership of plots until completion
• Take responsibility for the supervision of cranes
• Carry out home tours and demonstrations
• Ensure air testing is carried out and units passed
• Accompany build inspector whilst CML is carried out
• Carry out monthly meter readings
• Deal with handovers to clients/purchasers/customers
• Dealing with any customer care queries and defect works post-handover

Assistant Site Manager requirements:

• Previous experience delivering new build housing developments
• Ability to motivate the team and subcontractors
• Up to date knowledge of health and safety obligations and building legislation
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certificates

What's on offer?

• Benefits of working for a medium size builder where the emphasis in on quality not quantity
• Competitive salary (dependant on level of experience) + package including car allowance, pension, training and development

If you are interested in the Assistant Site Manager position or would like to apply, please contact Deena Fields at Fawkes & Reece for a confidential chat on 01204 554 884 or alternatively apply via the link below

What skills and experience we're looking for

Assistant Site Manager

Salary: Grade 7, SCP 7 – 11, £25,584 - £27,269 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week (various shift patterns depending on school requirements)

We are looking for an exceptional Assistant Site Manager who is enthusiastic about making a difference and helping young people with complex needs overcome their barriers to learning.

You will be enthusiastic and reliable and form an integral part of the site team that is dedicated to ensuring the school is safe, excellently maintained and cleaned, and welcoming to pupils, parents, and visitors. You will be a self-motivated person who is able to work independently and as part of a team. You will be required to carry out basic building maintenance work and be an effective member of the school team who takes pride in their work.

If you are a strong team player who can think creatively and continually reflect on how to improve outcomes for young people, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like to know more, we would be delighted to welcome you to our school. Visits prior to application are both welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school on 0161 766 1597 or by e-mailing enquiries@elmsbank.oaklp.co.uk to arrange an appointment.

We ask that you do not send CV’s, please complete and send

your application form and a personal statement to

hr@oaklp.co.uk.

What the school offers its staff

In return, we offer you clear career pathways, excellent opportunities for professional development both in the school and the wider Trust and commitment to promoting your wellbeing at work. We fully recognise that our staff are our greatest asset, and we work hard to support them.

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.

Senior Digital Project Manager

Pay up to £66,058, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.

DWP. Digital with Purpose.

We are looking for a Senior Digital Project 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?

• Experience in taking full responsibility for the definition, documentation and successful completion of a number of large-scale complex projects, utilising both internal and external suppliers.
• Demonstratable skills in effective project control, change control, risk management, ensuring testing processes are maintained, using data to respond appropriately and develop solutions.
• Experience of managing complex external dependencies that have required significant planning and prioritising in order to ensure pace and quality of delivery is maintained
• Concise communication with the team and stakeholders. Explaining complex issues in a way that is easy to understand and influencing Senior level decision making.
• Experience in identifying appropriate development for both themselves and their team to improve the delivery.

You and your role

As a Senior Digital Project Manager, you will be working on a number of complex end-to-end digital transformation projects, ensuring project control, risk identification & management, project reporting and stakeholder engagement. As a senior member of the team, you will be lending your extensive experience and skills to guide, support and coach a team of project managers.

Details. Wages. Perks.

Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you.

Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub.

Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £66,058

Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £19,000 per year.

Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days and increasing by one day after 5 years, and up to 31 day after 10 years.

You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays.

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

• An award-winning environment and culture: Employer of the Year 2023 (Women In IT Awards), Founders Award for Outstanding Digital Leadership 2023 (Digital 100)
• Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-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, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference
• Sports and social activities
• Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities.

Process:

We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages:

1. Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through.
2. Interview: a single stage interview online.

CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications and Experience (For Essential and Desirable and full vacancy details, please see attached Job Description/Person Specification)

• Must be numerate & literate (minimum GCSE Maths and English Grades A*-C)
• Good standard of education to A Level (or equivalent)
• Educated to degree level
• Experience of successful working with young people aged 11 to 16 years and their parents/carers in a similar pastoral capacity
• Experience of working in a school
• Experience of working with young people with complex behavioural needs to produce positive outcomes
• Experience of multi-agency working

Skills and Abilities:

• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, responding effectively to changing demands and circumstances
• Effective time-management skills
• Ability to relate well to a range of staff, students and parents/carers
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour using a range of strategies
• Ability to communicate with and motivate young people
• Ability to plan and review strategies used to support students
• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions
• Ability to prioritise effectively, use initiative and common sense

Ability to use IT for communication, record keeping and data analysis – advanced IT/admin skills for analysing data, producing reports and letters

Other Attributes:

• Evidence of successful team working
• Commitment to comprehensive education and to equal opportunities
• Suitability to work with children
• Appropriate attitude to authority
• Emotional resilience
• Commitment to the school ethos and aims
• Deep understanding and commitment to the safeguarding of children
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Support the team’s ambition of continued improvement
• Prioritise, plan, organise and evaluate the work of the school
• Take initiative and work independently

Deal sensitively with people and resolve conflicts

What the school offers its staff

Up Holland High School is a happy and harmonious place to be where students are highly-motivated and have the opportunity to be inspired and succeed. We were recognised in May 2023 by Ofsted as ‘Good’ in all areas of school, with the capacity to improve still further. We believe that our strong collaboration with students, staff, parent/carers and governors continues to contribute towards the success of the school. This is the third successive ‘Good’ judgment the school has secured. The school aspires to move from ‘Good’ to ‘Great’ and we are seeking a professional that shares that level of ambition, a professional that can model our Dedication to Excellence in all that they do.

We consider the education of our students to be about developing the whole child, preparing them for life beyond school. Not only providing them with a good level of attainment in examination subjects but also helping them to develop the skills, values and attributes which will enable them to be strong, successful citizens when they move on from Up Holland, ready to contribute to their local community and the wider world. This philosophy is captured in our vision statement.

Commitment to safeguarding

Up Holland High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance, including checks with past employers. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education online searches will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will:

• Show flexibility and willingness to support the school as needed
• Bring rigor, attention to detail, and relevant experience to help us achieve our ambitious goals
• Be professional and approachable

We're looking for you if you have:

• The ability to effectively manage your own time and prioritise work in a demanding environment;
• High level communication abilities and excellent IT skills in a range of software applications;
• Key attributes include a friendly, yet professional manner, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• The ability to work effectively and positively within a team.

What the school offers its staff

What can we offer you?

• A generous annual leave entitlement;
• Access to either the Local Government or the Teacher Pension Scheme;
• Competitive pay, reward and benefits;
• A committed Voluntary Living Wage employer;
• Access to a range of career opportunities;
• Additional staff leave benefits to those in place nationally;

Further details about the role

Platt Bridge Community School is looking to recruit a self-motivated, flexible, enthusiastic, and reliable School Operations Manager. This role involves organising, coordinating, and ensuring effective school administration and operations

You will advise the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Teams on the planning, development, and implementation of all financial aspects of school-level improvement and strategic plans. You will be responsible for the following functions: financial management, human resources, catering, health and safety, ICT, facilities/premises management, school events, and communication to support the school’s needs.

As part of our senior leadership team, you will oversee strategy and operations with a strong focus on financial management, health and safety, compliance, and administration. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in these areas and demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills. You should possess the drive and commitment to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our pupils, along with experience in leading and motivating colleagues and developing strategies to enhance our school’s support services.

This is an exciting senior leadership role, providing an opportunity to lead our friendly school administration and support services team. The successful candidate will:

• Show flexibility and willingness to support the school as needed
• Bring rigor, attention to detail, and relevant experience to help us achieve our ambitious goals
• Be professional and approachable

To succeed in this role, the successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, motivated, friendly and well-organised individual who is able to work effectively with a range of colleagues as well as self-manage their own tasks and workload.

We are a dedicated team that values our work and fosters a caring environment. Guided by our values, Promotes Belief Creates Success ‘PBCS’, we aim to deliver a shared vision that empowers leaders and staff at all levels to set high expectations within our charitable trust and school framework.

We're looking for you if you have:

• The ability to effectively manage your own time and prioritise work in a demanding environment;
• High level communication abilities and excellent IT skills in a range of software applications;
• Key attributes include a friendly, yet professional manner, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• The ability to work effectively and positively within a team.

For more information, please contact the school on 01942 487999.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Applicants should be aware that Platt Bridge Community School will be joining Achievement Through Collaboration, in February 2025 which is a school trust currently consisting of four strong schools located across the Blackpool, Blackburn, and Lancashire areas.

Achievement Through Collaboration comprises great schools that work together with a shared focus: working together with children at the heart of everything we do.

Community First Academy Trust and Achievement Through Collaboration are committed to rigorous safeguarding procedures and consistently promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosures. Any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced criminal record with barred list through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical clearance, references and verification of your qualifications satisfactory to the Trust.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, as part of our recruitment process, we will carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates to identify any comment, image or other content that could cause reputational damage to the trust and/or give rise to a safeguarding concern. If we discover anything during our searches this will be passed on to the recruitment manager and discussed during interview. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS plus Children’s Barred List Check. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any unconditional appointment is confirmed.

Commitment to safeguarding

Community First Academy Trust are committed to rigorous safeguarding procedures and consistently promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosures. Any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced criminal record with barred list through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical clearance, references and verification of your qualifications satisfactory to the Trust.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Manager to join us here at Buzz Bingo Morecambe. This role is working full time over the 7 days a week you must be fully flexible to work during all opening hours, paying up to £28,000 depending on experience.

Join Our Team of Remarkable People

At Buzz Bingo, together we’re on a mission to be the Nation’s No 1 Choice for Bingo. Our teams in Clubs across the country and in our Support Centre are smart and passionate about what they do. We know each person here can make a big difference, so we’ll support your professional goals, give you what you need to thrive, and celebrate your success along the way!

We believe in the power of Bingo to bring people together, and it is that spirit of connection - online and in Club - that makes us a Bingo business unlike any other.

The Role You’ll Play

As Assistant Manager also known as our Club Operations Manager, you’ll play a key part in making sure there is consistent delivery of the Buzz Bingo Brand Values, and a culture of exceptional customer service, at each point of the customer journey. You will lead and support your team to ensure coordination between activities and seek opportunities to recognise those that go the extra mile.

Hit the Jackpot with Our Benefits

In return for everything you bring, we offer an exciting role in a dynamic business and a great rewards package. We’ll help you build your skills and career as you work with us in a business that never stands still. That means you’ll have access to:


Help@Hand – a physical and mental wellbeing app for you and your family giving you fast remote access to a GP for advice and more
Thrive App – for your mental wellbeing approved by the NHS
My Eva – an online financial expert to help with any money-related matters
Buzz Brights Apprenticeships including – Customer Service Level 3
Buzz Learning, our digital learning platform with access to 100s of online courses
In-house training – IOSH, First Aid, Fire Safety, Gamcare and more
Access to Trained Mental Health Advocates for advice on your mental wellbeing
Staff discount 50% off bingo tickets, food & soft drinks
Refer a Friend Scheme
Pension Scheme


Your Responsibilities as Part of Our Team


Assist the General/Deputy Manager in ensuring that our customer experience is consistently delivered at each point in the customer journey
Take responsibility for the overall Club performance in the absence of the General Manager or Deputy Manager
Make sure all departments are operating in strict accordance with Buzz Bingo's Operating Manuals, standards and procedures
Seek opportunities to recognise and appreciate those that go the extra mile
Deliver a culture of exceptional customer service by coaching and encouraging team members to drive service levels in every session
Direct, delegate, coach, and support team members to ensure activities are coordinated to achieve results and support the consistent delivery of the Buzz Bingo brand
Make sure the Buzz Bingo brand is represented throughout the Club as specified by communications and brand compliance instructions
Make sure adequate levels of staff are deployed in each area to maximise customer service throughout the day
Make sure all customer complaints are resolved immediately and use the feedback to improve future service delivery
Deliver an exceptional food and beverage offering, where the quality and service is outstanding
Providing performance expectations through regular feedback for members of the team
Complete all departmental audits as required by the business
Ensuring you create a Safer Gambling Environment for all our Customers and Colleagues across all of our channels; online, in club and live


The Winning Combination We’re Looking For


Previous experience of managing a team in a face-to-face customer service role, ideally within a leisure, gaming, hospitality, or retail environment
Evidence of bringing business awareness to decision making and understands the commercial drivers of the business
Evidence of setting an example for customer service and interaction 'on the floor'
A relentless focus upon customer service standards with strong attention to detail
Self-aware and welcomes constructive feedback
Committed to your own and other's development
You can demonstrate effective performance management ability
You have evidence of being able to manage and drive new initiatives through others
Evidence of leading, and coaching a team to deliver exceptional customer service
You can demonstrate effective performance management ability


Applicants must be 18+

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QC Manager required on a fixed term contract, based in Lancashire. Requiring a proven industrial experience of managing/leading a Quality Control (QC) laboratory on a manufacturing site.

Title: QC Manager

Location: Lancashire

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Term: 12-month fixed term contract

SRG are working exclusively with a global developer and manufacturer of construction products for a wide variety of sectors. They are now seeking a QC Manager to join the team in their laboratory in Lancashire on a 12-month fixed term contract. This role will predominantly involve overseeing the Quality Control (QC) team in order to ensure the QC tests of raw materials, finished products as productions processes are performed correctly and in a time manner. Prospective candidates will have proven industrial experience within a similar QC laboratory.

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm. 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Role / Description

• Co-ordinating and overseeing the Quality Control (QC) laboratory
• Ensuring the QC tests of raw materials and finished products run efficiently and in a timely manner
• Manage, organise and direct the QC team
• Keep documentation updated
• Support in the analysis of production data
• Technical training of the QC team

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science
• Proven industrial experience of managing/leading a similar QC laboratory
• Adaptable and have the ability to prioritise efficiently
• Thorough, with good attention to detail

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Chris on 0161 526 1898.

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.

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