Total 1,291 Manager job vacancies in Irlam, Manchester

Production Manager - Immediate start - 6 months minimum Interim post

A 6-month (minimum) interim Production Manager opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK's most innovative and dynamic construction manufacturing companies based in Ince, Wigan.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5-hour week.

Responsibilities:

The Production Manager will be responsible for managing and mentoring production staff, providing leadership and guidance to foster a positive and productive work environment. Some key responsibilities related to staff management include:

Staff Management:

• Develop and implement training programs to ensure that staff members have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their jobs effectively.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of production staff and provide feedback on areas for improvement. Implement corrective actions as needed.
• Identifying resourcing requirements and following relevant processes to ensure recruitment needs meet.
• Foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration among production staff and other departments.
• Ensure that all staff members are aware of and adhere to company policies and procedures, including health and safety guidelines.
• Manage staff scheduling and resource allocation to ensure that production targets are met, and staffing levels are appropriate.
• Identify opportunities for career development and advancement for production staff and support their professional growth.

Production

• Develop and implement strategies to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and minimise costs
• Deliver the daily production plan optimising resources and communicating performance against targets & KPIs
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality, safety, and productivity
• Plan and manage the production process, ensuring that output meets quality, safety, and efficiency standards

What we need from you

• To be successful in this role, the Production Manager will have strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as experience managing a team in a manufacturing or construction environment. The ability to inspire and motivate staff members to achieve their best work is also critical, as is the ability to resolve conflicts and build a positive team culture.

Interested? Please apply now!

Role Overview

Team Manager AM

• £29332 - £30799
• 7AM - 3.30PM - (Flexibility required)
• 40 Hours per Week
• 5 out of 7 days - will need to be flexible
• Permanent

Benefits:

• Free On Site Parking
• Opportunities to progress
• Overtime always available!
• Uniform provided
• 28 Days Holiday Entitlement
• Excellent Pension Programme
• Staff also receive 25% Discount Benefit of Items on Very.

What you'll be doing

As a Logistics Shift Manager, you'll look after the people and processes to make sure that everything, and everyone, works perfectly.

You'll take care of everything from costs, resources and budgets to setting higher standards and tackling any issues that crop up. Getting out there among your team, you'll also inspire from the shop floor to keep everyone motivated, happy and equipped to deliver.

What you need to show us

To be successful as a Logistics Shift manager, you'll ideally have warehouse and distribution experience and a background in driving and managing change.

If you've got the right personality to lead a diverse team, you'll feel right at home here. We're proud of the family feel we've developed here, and as Logistics Shift Manager, you'll have a big hand in nurturing that.

Why work for us

We're on a journey, which makes this leadership opportunity a great opportunity for you to make an impact at an exciting time of change. With millions of parcel and millions of happy customers you'll have countless opportunities to make your mark.

This role represents a refreshing challenge for someone looking to step up in a leading distribution business that's going places. At Yodel, we never stand still. And neither will your development, as you help to keep our huge logistics operation running seamlessly.

As well as the rewards that come with making a difference in an exciting team, we also offer generous benefits including an competitive pension and 31 days' annual leave and access to our well being programme. Plus, the support and opportunities you need to really move forward. Start your journey with us and apply now.

Yodel recognises that its people are fundamental to its success. We are committed to equal opportunities, we value differences between people, and we aim to build teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.

If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements for the recruitment process or the role, please contact the recruitment team who will be happy to discuss

To be a pivotal member of the Project Management Office (PMO) with responsibility for the
following areas:
• Deliver on a range of projects, to the agreed specifications using PRINCE2
methodology, and having clear oversight of a number of additional projects, providing
line management, guidance and support to junior members of the PMO.
• Being central to the continual development of the PMO and its functions.
• Strategically managing the clinical change process for the IM&T department, supporting
clinical change staff from initiation to post go-live evaluation on a number of allocated
projects.
• Facilitating the smooth adoption to new technologies into clinical settings.
• Ensuring that there are effective communications with all stakeholders and that any
clinical views are fully understand and appropriately incorporated.
• Working within the principles of a PRINCE2 environment.
• Influencing the care of Service Users and Carers, improving efficiencies, and reducing
costs by ensuring that benefits associated with projects are fully realised.
• Support with the development of a clinical informatics network, bridging the gap
between digital and clinical services to achieve successful transformation.
• Supporting the development of the GMMH Digital Strategy

To be both an active team member and leadership figure within
the PMO.
• To hold responsibility for the effective delivery of projects
allocated to you, and/or others within your responsibility.
• To have a clear and up to date understanding of clinical
services, the way in which they operate and the challenges of
introducing new changes within services, to be able to leverage
this to strategically embed change and digital projects.
• To develop, support and effectively manage the PMO team,
ensuring resources are utilised appropriately to support the
organisations digital transformation requirements.
• To develop and maintain a standardised approach to systems,
processes and procedures that will support both successful
project management and clinical change.
• Promote the IM&T Department by developing and maintaining
excellent working relationships internally and externally.
• Promote a culture of digital transformation, adoption and
sustainability to improve the experience and outcomes for
For Employment Services Use Only: Unique Reference Number:
services users, carers and staff.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits
• Pay Enhancements:

Band

Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am

All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)

1

Time plus 47%

Time plus 94%

2

Time plus 41%

Time plus 83%

3

Time plus 35%

Time plus 69%

4 – 9

Time plus 30%

Time plus 60%


• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)


This advert closes on Sunday 3 Nov 2024

Are you an experienced Maintenance person with a big heart? Do you want the chance to make use of your skills but also make a difference to the lives of others?

Your role will include:


Working closely with the Home Manager or nominated colleague to make sure that our residents live in a place that is safe and well maintained at all times
Ensuring that regular safety checks and servicing is carried out on all equipment and accurate records are kept.
Having excellent communication with the Home Manager and also the Residents
Basic plumbing and electrical maintenance
Clearing and Cleaning general areas
Assembling furniture
Painting and decorating?


You must have excellent communication skills with Manager's, Colleagues, Residents and Visitors to the Home.

We will offer you:


Competitive pay rates
Free DBS
Flexible pay through Wagestream
Full professional training and ongoing career progression
Paid Family Leave
Free uniform
A comprehensive benefits package including: a pension scheme, refer a friend and much more!


Please get in touch with our recruitment team today and join our Advinia family!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age

Your new firm
We are partnering with a fast-growing and dynamic firm to recruit a corporate tax specialist at Assistant Manager level to join their Manchester office and be a part of our fast-growing and dynamic Northern Regional Group.The corporate tax teams in the Manchester and Leeds offices work together as one CT North team to deliver corporate tax advisory and compliance services. The team, headed by 2 partners, comprises over 20 members, from director to tax assistant.

Your new role
Your new role as Corporate Tax Assistant Manager will be varied and interesting with a mix of clients from various business sectors within the Manchester market. You will work on a portfolio of clients and be part of a team offering corporate tax compliance and advisory services. You will oversee the compliance process of your own portfolio of clients, reviewing and signing off tax computations and tax returns. Working with the partners and directors to identify client opportunities is also part of this exciting role. The opportunity to grow and develop and help train and coach some of the more junior members of the team is also available to the ambitious Corporate Tax specialist.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role as Corporate Tax Assistant Manager, you will ideally be CTA/ ATT or ACA qualified and have gained experience in complex corporate tax work from the Big 4 or one of the Top 20 firms.
Corporate Tax compliance experience is essential with the willingness to undertake a more mixed role in compliance and advisory services. Corporate tax advisory experience would be beneficial, but the willingness to learn in this area is essential.

What you'll get in return
In return for the Corporate Tax Assistant manager opportunity, you will be rewarded with a highly competitive basic salary and private medical and enhanced pension scheme.
The chance to work with interesting corporate clients akin to those of the Big 4 is on offer.
Fantastic support, work-life balance and a friendly culture are available.

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 call Emma Roberts on 0161 237 3388 or email: now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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What skills and experience we're looking for

St Monica’s RC High School are currently seeking a Head of Design Technology (Food Technology Specialist). This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

This is an exciting opportunity to join ‘a welcoming school community’ where there is “a real sense of value placed on each person as based in the image of God.” (CSI Inspection, Feb 2024) and where ‘Staff feel well supported …their workload and well-being have been duly considered.’ (Ofsted, 2024)

Our Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values

One of Hope

Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools’ opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.

One of Courage

As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.

One of Innovation

St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

Purpose of the role:

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic teaching professional who can work as part of our dedicated and exceptional team. The candidate will be expected to demonstrate the ability to meet the Teachers’ Standards. As a middle leader you will be expected uphold high standards of student attainment and achievement within the curriculum area in line with national and school policies/priorities. This will include leading, developing and managing the quality of teaching; monitoring and supporting student progress to ensure strong outcomes are attained. As a professional working in a Catholic School, you will be expected to enhance the life of the school by delivering and developing high quality teaching and learning, contributing to the work of the teams of teaching and support staff, being reflective about your own practice and effectiveness: sharing with, and learning from the work of others, and constantly seeking ways to improve through innovation and research.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Is an exceptional practitioner with strong subject knowledge and experience of raising achievement across the age and ability range.
• Is highly motivated by a belief that the life chances of all young people can be improved.
• Is a well-qualified, industrious, and talented team player who believes in lifelong learning and can help pupils develop the skills and attitudes they will need in their future lives.
• Possesses the talent, interpersonal skills, and range of pedagogical approaches necessary to contribute to the overall success of the staff and team.
• Can demonstrate a strong track record of positive impact to date.

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Commitment to safeguarding

St Monica's RC High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

See Job Description and person specification for further information Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts

Please see attached job description and person specification Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provide management support for staff and act as preceptor to designated staff 2. To lead the Ward patients services. Review and implement change to the service to support ongoing improvements in clinical practice reflecting capacity and demand issues 3. To liaise with the bed manager and the surgical speciality teams to ensure optimal bed usage 4. Liaise with discharge team/Senior Sisters for optimal bed usage involving ward transfers out 5. Close collaboration with medical staff to ensure realistic and efficient bed usage 6. Assess, plan and implement clinical care and maintain associated patient records 7. To organise daily work schedule and off duty rotas ensuring appropriate and effective skill mix and deployment of staff for appropriate patient needs 8. To assist in maintaining the staff and non-staff budget within agreed limits. 9. Collaborate with other service providers in ensuring the highest possible standards of cleanliness and nutrition are achieved. 10. Be aware of Health and Safety issues and ensure relevant risk assessments are undertaken. 11. Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy, investigating speedily and compassionately 12. Ensure all Trust policies and procedures are adhered to and new ones implemented as necessary 13. To ensure all team members adhere to the uniform policy and maintain professional image for the unit 14. Report to Senior Nurse /Modern Matron on patient affairs/activity and staff development. 15. Support those senior staff acting as appraisers to ensure they have a meaningful and achievable appraisal 16. Ensure each designated staff member participates in a personal development plan and act to maximise the potential of others 17. Assist/lead in the recruitment process for the unit 18. Take a progressive approach to the management of short and long-term sickness/absence in collaboration with the Matron/Service Manager and Human Resources 19. Take appropriate action in relation to any disciplinary matter when the need arises and follow procedures as laid down by the Trust. 20. Supervise the requisition of stocks and equipment with care and economy 21. Act up as required TRAINING & EDUCATION 1. To be up to date in all IV training programs (level 1 and 2) including annual updates and competent in all areas of clinical practice 2. Ensure all staff have an appropriate level of training and are offered relevant support 3. Present at training days and at conference 4. Initiate and undertake research and audit which will influence practice 5. Be up to date and competent with other clinical skills such as performing ECGs, basic life support and intermediate life support. 6. Attend all mandatory study days and ensure attendance of all staff PROFESSIONAL 1. Have expert knowledge and be able to advise and support nursing staff within trust & externally regarding surgical admissions and associated issues 2. Liaise closely with the surgical team and other members of the MDT in respect of patient care promoting the highest standard of care 3. Participate in the on call rota for hospital cover out of hours 4. Represent the unit at the Band 7 forum. 5. To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department andundertake relevant projects 6. Keep abreast of issues influencing the Trust both internally and externally andensure senior colleagues and the team have a good understanding of thesame 7. Participate in policy writing for the unit and Trust 8. Be fully aware of the divisional objectives and the Trusts corporate plan PERSONAL 1. Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship. 2. Show professional and courteous manner whilst practicing excellent communication skills at all levels 3. To show respect for members of the team and endorse the WARD philosophy of giving mutual support. 4. Being aware of ones own limitations, maintain confidentiality and adherence to NMC Professional Code of Conduct 5. Cooperate in own performance review by indicating learning goals and support needs. 6. Actively seek mentorship / supervision to enable reflection and development within the role. 7. Exercise effective leadership using sound organisation skills and judgement, upholding equality and diversity of colleagues and patients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To support the Service Manager in the management and development of a wide service portfolio and to deputise for the Service Manager where necessary. To support the delivery of high quality, cost effective services to the Trust and to NHSE. Provide managerial support to clinical services across Radiotherapy and the wider division, ensuring that performance targets for these services are effectively monitored and achieved. This will include the identification of risks and actions required to mitigate such risks to ensure timely delivery of the objectives. Interprets and analyses highly complex data in relation to performance management using Trust software to develop performance management reports. Provide and receive highly complex, sensitive, or contentious information which may require effective collaboration with others in department, division or trust to enable a positive outcome. Identify and undertake business development projects for specific services within the directorate, working across multidisciplinary teams to ensure service delivery and improved productivity is supported by robust business cases and options appraisals. Provide teams with information about performance and ensure that such information is clearly understood to develop ownership and commitment to service delivery. Maintain adequate controls on expenditure through the implementation of good budgetary practice for designated staff through effective monitoring. Supports the clinical teams with day to day operational matters that have not been dealt with elsewhere, to ensure patient flow is maintained. Investigate complaints and clinical incidents relating to services, ensuring that they are appropriately managed and necessary action taken, including changes in working practices implemented, where required. Attend appropriate meetings ensuring the views of the department are conveyed and actions are implemented. Work closely with other managers to introduce new processes and improvements within the department, division and across the Trust. Develops own work plan in line with directorate, divisional and Trust objectives. Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour. Financial Management & Business Planning Responsible and accountable for, the management of designated budgets for services within Radiotherapy. Be an authorised signatory for payments where appropriate. Undertakes day to day budget management duties, including monitoring spend against designated budgets. Assists Radiotherapy leadership team in the negotiation of annual service level agreements/contracts as required, ensuring they meet the needs of the directorate. Develops and monitors schemes and action plans to implement cash-releasing efficiency objectives. Develops and advises on business cases to enable services to remain financially stable and responsive to the demands placed upon them. Contributes to budget setting for services within the directorate. Ensures organisational procedures are deployed across department for control of activities against budget. Ensures that teams work to achieve organisational effectiveness and deliver services within available resources. Uses and analyses financial information systems to ensure robust financial monitoring and budgetary performance, analyses complex financial queries or discrepancies in budget. Human Resource Management Line management and support of staff within immediate areas of responsibility Responsible for the effective attendance, performance and appropriate conduct of staff in areas of responsibility. Takes action under Trust personnel policies (e.g. grievance, disciplinary, capability, attendance management) where necessary. Undertakes formal investigations and presents to panels To lead, supervise and manage staff to ensure that work is done effectively, efficiently and on time. Provides appraisal/performance review for line managed staff resulting in clearly understood objectives and personal development plans that reflects both the needs of the Trust and the longer term goals of staff. Handle any concerns of supervised staff relating to both personal and departmental matters and aim to find solutions. Ensures that grievances and whistle blowing are treated appropriately and within Trust policies. Manage the administration processes for the recruitment and selection of staff (including setting up the interviews & completing the necessary paperwork for the eventual appointments) and induction process. Identify staffing needs necessary to support new and increasing workload of the directorate. Regularly assess existing posts within the department, make changes when necessary to assure levels of service and implement more efficient ways of working. Strategic planning, service development and improvement Supporting the Clinical Service Manager for Radiotherapy to interpret, develop and implement broad policies and NHS guidance at both directorate and divisional level, when required. Ensures that developments and improvements are across entire patient pathway and are in line with directorate, divisional and Trust objectives. Manages improvement in patient and carer experience and the efficiency with which services operate by using service redesign techniques such as process mapping, demand and capacity analysis and statistics process control whilst simultaneously embedding the use of these tools within directorate/service. Ensures patients and relatives have a central role in the development and monitoring of service development projects for which the post holder is responsible. Uses and interprets research and audit findings to aid the development of new guidelines and protocols which support service improvements. Ensures regular progress reports, data sources and project reports are produced and submitted to the Clinical Service Manager for Radiotherapy and presented to project boards/NHSE where appropriate. Plays a key role in service planning and development for the Radiotherapy business, administration, and performance. Information Management Assisting the Clinical Service Manager for Radiotherapy, Head of Radiotherapy and Proton Services and Divisional Management with information to support reporting requirements, such as cancer targets/activity. To support, where necessary, preparations for external reviews and quality assurance programmes. Co-ordinating responses to consultation documents and special initiatives. Liaise with the Information and Data Quality Team regarding patient waiting times and investigate and resolve any potential waiting time breaches. Communication Maintains a range of highly developed effective communication and working relationships. Communicates at the highest level, with respect to highly sensitive and highly contentious information regarding service improvement and development. Negotiates, influences, persuades, and reconciles conflicting views in a challenging and sometimes hostile environment in a manner that ensures credibility and fosters effective and lasting relationships with colleagues, staff, users and other stakeholders. Presents information both formally and informally to, appropriate boards and committees, senior managers, staff groups and patients. Develops and implements processes that support good communications both within the Trust and division. Actively works with clinicians, managers, and staff to develop an environment that promotes continuous service improvement. Employs motivational skills to encourage collaborative working to improve services and performance. Equality and Diversity To recognise the importance of peoples rights and interpret them in a way that is consistent with Trust procedures, policies, and legislation. To challenge behaviour that infringes the rights of others. To identify and take action where necessary to address discrimination and oppression. Health & Safety Monitor and maintain health, safety and security of self and others in own work area. Identify and assess potential risks in work activities and help others in how to manage these risks appropriately. Act as a role model and work within legislation and Trust procedures on risk management. Take immediate and appropriate action including supporting others to manage risks in relation to adverse incident reporting via hospital incident reporting system. Identify training needs in health and safety whilst identifying appropriate resources. Additional Requirements In the absence of the Clinical Service Manager for Radiotherapy, attend meetings, deputising as required, ensuring divisional views are conveyed on appropriate matters, such as clinical governance, risk management meetings and ensure issues are brought back to the directorate and division for further discussion. Follow risk management procedures at all times including the identification, assessment and management of risk within the division. Inclusion on the trust Duty Manager Rota To abide by all Trust policies and procedures. To be responsible for own professional /personal development. This job description is not intended to be exhaustive but reflects the main responsibilities of the post holder. Other duties may be required from time to time, which are commensurate with the grade of the post. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification.

Job Specification: Working Site Manager

Location: North West, UK
Employment Type: Permanent
Start Date: November 2024
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE)

Benefits:
Holidays
Pension
Progression opportunities
Van (after passing probation)

Role Overview:
Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Site Manager/Working Site Foreman to join their team due to company growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong trade background, and experience in both hands-on work for smaller projects and site management for larger ones. You will be responsible for overseeing health & safety, managing labour and subcontractors, and working on the tools when needed.

Day-to-Day Duties:
Ensuring health & safety compliance on-site
Hands-on involvement in smaller projects (e.g., joinery work)
Managing and coordinating labour and subcontractors
Overseeing project timelines and site progress
Delivering projects with values ranging up to £1 million,

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday: 7 am - 3 pm

Qualifications & Experience Required:
SMSTS & First Aid certifications
Previous management experience as a foreman or site manager
Strong trade background (preferred due to hands-on work required)
Office/Commercial fitout experience
Full/ clean driving licence

Team Structure:
You will work closely with a team of internal operatives and subcontractors, overseeing project delivery across the North West.


How to Apply:
Send your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this role.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

As Technical Manager you will be responsible for taking the lead across product and process development activities to meet the companies R&D / Marketing objectives, coordinating laboratory testing resources in line with ISO 9001:2000, CE Marking and other customer specific standards.

Technical Manager - Key Responsibilities

• Work with customers to develop new products and processes, advising choice of fabrics, specification enquiries, and properties.
• Co-ordinate internal and external non-conformances / complaints to ensure timely root cause analysis, corrective action and continuous improvement of manufacturing operations.
• Provide on time release documentation to customers in accordance with stated requirements
• Assist in the development of all employees in respect of quality management systems / standards & customer requirements.
• Issue experimental / temporary manufacturing instructions, organising and maintaining records of all trials undertaken.
• Take a key role in the Contract Review process.
• Review and prepare capital expenditure proposals for new equipment and improvements to manufacturing facilities.
• Provide data sheets, specifications, Health & Safety data sheets and other technical literature.
• Co-ordinate testing and trials of new products and processes which become available
• Ensure the company is up to date with patents and trademark renewals
• Arrange and supervise external testing as required.
• Assist with analysis, specifications, test methods and release queries in the laboratory.
• Co-ordinate and be involved in annual audits that are conducted by 3rd party organisations and customers for various products and processes.

Technical Manager - Experience Requirements

• Educated to Degree Level within a relevant technical discipline
• Previous experience of coordinating / managing Laboratory Testing activities
• Previous experience of Technical Textiles and/or fire, thermal or protective applications is essential

For further details on this exciting opportunity please contact Jason Wallis in the first instance

Your new company
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking company based in Wigan, where innovation and excellence are at the forefront of everything we do. Our team is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in financial management and strategic planning, ensuring the continued success and growth of our business.

Your new role
As an Accounts Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial operations of the company. Your responsibilities will include managing bank reconciliations, sales and purchase ledgers, and ensuring healthy bank balances through meticulous financial oversight. You will be responsible for recording, balancing, and chasing payments of retentions, making payments, and handling intercompany transactions. Additionally, you will support directors with future strategies, maintain Sage 50 backups, and ensure data files are accurate and error-free.
Your role will also involve preparing VAT returns, cashflow forecasting, and accounts to trial balance, as well as preparing for year-end procedures and audit adjustments. You will manage weekly and monthly wages, including directors' dividends, and handle HMRC balancing and payments. Overseeing one member of staff, you will be responsible for all company invoicing, negotiating final accounts with QS, and supporting HR in employee disputes and recruitment as required.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need a strong background in financial management and accounting, with experience in using Sage 50. You should have excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Experience in handling VAT returns, cashflow forecasting, and year-end procedures is essential. Strong communication skills and the ability to support directors with strategic planning will be crucial. Additionally, experience in HR support and recruitment will be advantageous.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment. You will have the chance to make a significant impact on the financial health and strategic direction of the company, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement.

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 call us now.
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Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours a week
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Qualified account (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Salary: £68,100 per annum
Start Date: 6th January 2025

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Finance to join our Trust in the Central Finance Team, to lead the Finance transactional team, oversee KPIs and financial reporting, drive new finance projects, as well as play a key role in supporting new schools joining the Trust.

This role is expected to start in Spring term 2025.

Main purpose of the job:

The Head of Finance (HoF) for the Prospere Learning Trust will be a member of the Trust’s Strategic Leadership Team and will provide oversight and day to day support on all finance and resource matters relating to the Trust. They will work closely with the COO to ensure the smooth running of the Trust.

The HoF will lead on matters relating to finance for the Trust and provide oversight, advice and guidance to individual academies in the Trust; ensuring there is effective and efficient financial management across the Trust and that Trust mission and values are embedded in financial practices.

The HoF will play a lead role in the financial development of the Trust Strategic Plan and plan and lead in the design, development and implementation of systems, policies and procedures to ensure compliance in all relevant financial legislation relating to the Trust.

Please see the attached application pack for further information about our ideal candidate.

To make our ambition a reality, every person we recruit needs to play their its part. It takes a certain type of behaviour, attitude and way of working to get Manchester where it wants to be.

Our people and partners have agreed five ‘behaviours’ – the grounding for how we must work together and treat one another:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

A career with us means you can be yourself, thrive, and build the career your talent and ambition deserve.

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Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours a week
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Hold or be working towards NVQ Level 2 Food Preparation and Cooking or an equivalent qualification
Salary: £23,114 per annum
Start Date: 9th December 2024

We are currently looking for two Catering Managers to join our fantastic team at Prospere Learning Trust. This is an exciting opportunity in delivering an outstanding catering service to our schools.

This role will require the post holder to work between school sites, so a full driving license is required.

Main purpose of the job:

• The Catering Managers work as part of the centralised Catering Team, providing support and cover across the schools as deployed by the Head of Catering. Deployments may be for short or longer-term cover to meet the requirements of the Trust.

• In this role, you will work as part of the team and contribute to the achievement of its objectives, providing an effective and efficient catering service. This includes being responsible for the safe, effective and efficient operation of all aspects of the catering service in any of the Trust schools, including management of the team, cash reconciliation, and the completion of all financial returns.

• You will ensure a high standard of catering service delivery to agreed standards to ensure our future generations have nutritious, delicious meals.

Please see the attached application pack for further information about our ideal candidate.

To make our ambition a reality, every person we recruit needs to play their its part. It takes a certain type of behaviour, attitude and way of working to get Manchester where it wants to be.

Our people and partners have agreed five ‘behaviours’ – the grounding for how we must work together and treat one another:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

A career with us means you can be yourself, thrive, and build the career your talent and ambition deserve.

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If you are viewing this job on our Greater Jobs site then please click on the apply now button to view the full advertisement details and relevant attachments.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

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