Total 469 Manager job vacancies in Wokingham, Berkshire

Job Introduction

Store Location: Reading Broad Street

Store Hours: 42.5

With a real focus on customer experience and colleague development, our Store Managers are key to driving the success of our stores. As a store manager, you will be responsible for delivering commercial growth and developing a team culture of putting the customer at the heart of everything we do.

Role Responsibility

• You will have overall responsibility for the running of the store, focusing on customer experience, colleague development, and delivering commercial growth in line with our 5-year strategy.
• Putting the customer at the heart of everything we do you will develop a team of colleagues who live and breathe our customer promise and actively seek ways to delight our customers.
• You will coach, train and develop colleagues within your store harnessing their strengths and building on development areas.
• Be proactive in recruiting a team of Assistant Managers, Team Leaders, and Sales Assistants that reflect our values, behaviours with the required skill set to meet our business needs.
• Make commercial decisions around stock availability and merchandising.
• Actively seek contact with key stakeholders to gain a wider understanding of the business
• Providing constructive and beneficial feedback to the store team, District and Regional Managers around store performance and business opportunities to encourage continual growth.

The Ideal Candidate

• You will be as passionate about celebrating our customers’ life moments as we are
• Have previous experience as a store manager within a retail environment working collaboratively with wider stakeholders across the business
• Have experience in leading and developing a team of colleagues
• Be prepared to work towards KPIs in a fast-paced environment

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About the Company

Card Factory is the UK’s leading specialist retailer of greetings cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland.  In 2020 we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer.  This strategy sees significant investment into our colleagues across the business creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey. 

In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Benefits

• Pension
• 15% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online
• Save As You Earn scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Support
  • Financial Education Tools
  • Salary Advance
• Seasonal incentive schemes
• Retail Management Apprenticeship Programmes with local providers with access to a virtual internal network for learning together
• Discounted gym membership, mobile phone contracts, and car leasing
• Discounts across 100’s of UK retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave

This is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role describes you and your career aspirations, click apply now.

For any questions email: vacancies@cardfactory.co.uk (we do not accept CVs/Applications via email)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly.

No agencies, please.

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Sportswift Ltd T/A Card Factory

Job Title: HVAP Shift Manager

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Salary: Up to £63,000 per annum

Shift Pattern: Continental

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with a cutting-edge data centre in Slough? We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced HVAP (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing) Shift Manager to join our dynamic team. As a newly built facility, this is a unique opportunity to be part of shaping and maintaining a state-of-the-art infrastructure that drives innovation and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the operation and maintenance of all HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems, as well as plumbing systems, within the data centre.
• Lead a team of skilled technicians and engineers, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance and adherence to safety protocols.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to optimise system reliability and minimise downtime.
• Monitor environmental conditions within the facility and implement appropriate measures to maintain optimal operational parameters.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure timely resolution of issues and effective management of resources.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment inventory, and performance metrics.
• Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements, and incorporate relevant advancements into operational strategies.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a data centre or critical facility environment.
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing systems, and associated control systems.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and engage team members effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.
• Familiarity with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Flexibility to work on a continental shift pattern, including nights and weekends, as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £63,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a rapidly growing organisation.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage and retirement savings options.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Can you lead our highly successful Drama department whilst our current Head of Drama is onmaternity leave?

Slough and Eton school are looking for a temporary Head of Drama, as a Maternity Cover, from next March to December, to maintain and further develop our strong, popular department. We have a dedicated drama studio with a well-established extra curricular provision. During the year we run drama trips to the Warner Bros. Studio, a West End musical, a pantomime and other plays as appropriate for KS4 BTEC. We also showcase our students talents through the Shakespeare’s Schools Festival performance, a Spring play, and a musical in December.

The temporary Head of Department will be confident with teaching Drama to Key Stages 3 and 4, including BTEC Drama. You will also work closely with the Head of Music and our Dance Teacher, who will lead on the dance pathway in the BTEC course.

Ideally you will have experience of teaching drama in school, especially BTEC Performing Arts. Schemes of work and resources are all in place so you will be able to focus on the teaching and learning aspect of the role.

We are unable to offer sponsorship.

What the school offers its staff

We are relentlessly focused on ensuring great teaching, learning and experiences are at the core of what we do in line with our mantra: Work Hard, Be Nice, No Excuses.We value experienced teachers joining our staff team as much as we do those new to the profession and encourage teachers at all stages of their career to apply. We also welcome applications from colleagues who may wish to explore flexible working arrangements.

Slough and Eton is a great school in Chalvey, Slough and is easily accessible via the M4/A4 and only a 20 minute walk from the Elizabeth Line at Slough train station.

If you are interested in finding out more then watch our video here and read the welcome letter from our Headteacher. We encourage you to visit our school too. To arrange a visit please email vacancies@slougheton.com or phone us on 01753 520824 and ask to speak to our HR Manager.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and follow the statutory guidance of KCSIE 2024. This post is subject to satisfactory references, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and evidence of essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

When applying please ensure that you address why you are applying for this particular role and why our school. Generic supporting statements are rarely shortlisted.You can apply onlineor you can apply via our application form that can be found on our school website. Completed applications can be sent to Kirstin Sutherland, HR Manager at vacancies@slougheton.com. CVs alone will not be accepted as a valid application.

Closing date: Monday 25th November 2024 (9am)

We reserve the right to interview and offer to any promising candidates prior to this date if applications are received early.

We are unable to offer sponsorship. No agencies please.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are, of course, committed to safeguarding the welfare of our students and staff and will conduct all necessary DBS checks as part of our recruitment process.

Are you looking for a leadership role? Do you have the passion to lead and coach? We may have what you are looking for - explore our Room Leader vacancy below!

The Old Windsor Day Nursery & Pre School is Ofsted rated Good and has bright and large rooms, a separate learning hub room and long standing friendly and knowledgeable staff members. We have a large private garden which has a covered sand/water area and a smaller garden for the younger children to enjoy. We have street parking available, and the nursery is located on a bus route.

We are looking for a Room Leader in the Preschool room to assist management in providing the highest standard of compliance, care and education for children, and effectively manage daily operations of the nursery, including positive partnerships with staff and parents.

This role is working 40 hours per week, various shifts patterns between the opening and closing times of the nursery 7:30am-18:00pm. This nursery is open all year round and is not a term time only role. You will need to have a full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification. Salary ranging from £26,500 - £29,000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience.

As Room Leader, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development
• Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development
• Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality
• Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency
• Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff
• Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times
• Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met

*Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added.

As Room Leader, you will need:

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential
• Over 1 year’s experience working in Early Years - Essential
• Over 6 months’ experience working in a senior position - Desirable
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential
• Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential

We’re a family by name, and we’re a family by nature too. We are defined in many different ways, by many different people. Different cultures. Different ideas. Different ages, genders and skillsets. Whilst every individual will have their own definition of family, these definitions all come together to show Family First for who we are.

We are: Defined by Family

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

The Old Windsor Day Nursery & Preschool is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

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Benefits

Family First benefits include annual leave starting at 24 days on top of a paid birthday day off and bank holidays. On top of this we have discounted nursery fees for all our teams, friends and family, access to a discount/perks platform with exceptional learning & development opportunities tailored to you.

Vacancy Reference: SL4 2QJ

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Join our Team at Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre School!

Position: Nursery Manager
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Starting from £45,000 per annum
Qualification: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification

At Poppies Maidenhead, we create a warm, nurturing environment that feels like home. Our dedicated staff take pride in building strong partnerships with one another, parents, and the children in our care.

We're excited to offer incredible outdoor spaces, including a stunning rooftop garden and a spacious ground-floor garden, both designed to inspire and engage children of all ages.

If you're a passionate Nursery Manager and want to be part of our supportive team, apply now!

As Nursery Manager, you will:

• Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery.
• Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all.
• Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations.
• Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff.
• Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development.
• Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery.
• Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management.
• Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file.
• Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery.
• Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team.

*Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added.

As Nursery Manager, you will need:

• Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification
• Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years
• Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements
• Essential: Over 1 year of management experience
• Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership
• Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level

Why Join Us?

At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
• Discounts: Reduced nursery fees for staff
• Perks: Access to an exclusive discount platform
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre School is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Vacancy Reference: SL6 7UA

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Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School

11A Shifford Cres, Maidenhead, SL6 7UA

Room Leader

40 hours per week

Salary £27,500 per annum depending on qualifications and experience

Full and Relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification

* Please note this nursery is open all year round and is not a term time only role.

Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School who are part of the Family First Group are seeking a Nursery Room Leader to join and lead the team. We are a purpose-built nursery which benefits from light and spacious nursery rooms with high quality resources, including a lending library, and access to safe and secure ground-level and rooftop gardens.

We are open from 7.30am - 18:00pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Our nursery is located on Shifford Crescent based just outside of Maidenhead town centre. Furze Platt Station is a 12 minute walk from the nursery and there is on street parking available on the road outside the nursery.

As Room Leader, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development.
• Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development.
• Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality.
• Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency.
• Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff.
• Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times.
• Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met.

*Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added.

As Room Leader, you will need:

• Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification – Essential.
• Over 1 years’ experience working in Early Years – Essential.
• Over 6 months’ experience working in a senior position – Desirable.
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating – Desirable.
• Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements – Essential.
• Fluent in written and spoken English – Essential.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre School is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

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Benefits

Family First benefits include annual leave starting at 24 days on top of a paid birthday day off and bank holidays. On top of this we have discounted nursery fees for all our teams, friends and family, access to a discount/perks platform with exceptional learning & development opportunities tailored to you.

Vacancy Reference: SL6 7UA

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Technical Manager
to £58,000
Berkshire
Food Manufacturing
Job ref: 8737
The company
An award-winning company driven by its innovation thanks to skilled chefs and designers, producing and providing high end goods for the UKs leading food manufacturers and retailers. Their passion for food and drive is exemplary.
About the Technical Manager job
You will be the company’s senior technical representative to their customers, ensuring satisfaction with the autonomy to deliver to their needs.
Key tasks
• Manage and direct a team of Quality and Technical personnel.
• Help with site audits and trials, specifications and responses to complaints.
• Implement changes to site procedures to improve Technical standards.
• Create an environment of continuous improvement within the team.
About You
Ideally degree educated, you will possess good Technical management experience within a food manufacturing environment. In addition:
• A minimum level 3 in Food Safety and HACCP.
• Raw material and packaging specifications.
• Customer technical management experience.
• BRCGS experience and knowledge.
• Great people management skills.
More details
The Technical Manager job is based in Berkshire and is paying up to £58,000 according to your experience.
The package includes a good holiday allowance plus generous employers pension contribution amongst other great benefits.
The working hours are Monday to Friday, office hours.
This job is commutable from Swindon, Thatcham, Reading, Didcot and Basingstoke.
Alternate job titles
QA Manager | Quality Assurance Manager | Senior Quality Manager | Food Manufacturing Technical Management Jobs | Food Safety Jobs | Technical Lead

The Windsor Forest Group is looking for an Animal Centre & Education Manager to join their BCA team.Animal Centre & Education ManagerThe role requires taking overall responsibility for the efficient and effective operation of the animal centre, implementing strategies to drive the centre forward in alignment with industry standards, and maintaining relevant licenses and permits. It also involves ensuring that the animal centre is responsive to the curriculum's needs and effectively planned and designed to provide an outstanding experience for learners. Additionally, the role involves effectively leading and managing a team of staff to meet strategic, operational, and financial targets.For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description/person specification.About UsThe Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at slough and Langley, Windsor, Strodes-Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture-Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state-of-the-art learning environments we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.Our staff benefit from:- Support roles enjoy 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays- Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff- Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses- Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes- Free on-site parking at all sites- Cycle to Work Scheme- Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance- On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria - Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at slough and Langley CollegePlease be advised that the vacancy will close on Thursday 28th November 2024.Interviews dates to be confirmed.To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.*Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

Your new company
You will be joining the customer service team at a really exciting time. Due to increased growth, the team is expanding and are looking to add an additional team leader to their structure. The organisation is a prestigious, well-known brand.


Your new role
As a customer service team leader, you will manage, motivate and develop a team of approximately 7 customer service agents who will ensure daily performance is maximised and contribute to the development of processes and procedures to enhance efficiency. You will be the point of escalation for complaints or complex matters that cannot be resolved by your team. You will work with the head of customer service to ensure the team deliver a first-class customer experience. You will be joining at an exciting time of growth where customer service advisors will need to be trained and developed to high standards.
This role will be office based to ensure the right level of training and support can be given.

What you'll need to succeed
We are looking for candidates that demonstrate a passion for providing a positive outcome in a complaint's environment. You will also be at the point in your career where you have started to manage customer service agents and have a keen interest in building and developing their skills.

It'd be a huge benefit if you had an understanding of consumer rights law and FCA requirements.

Our client is open to considering candidates who meet some but not all the requirements, so please apply if this seems like a good move for you.

What you'll get in return

• £36,000-£38,000 per annum
• Company performance bonus
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays
• On-site chef and subsidised canteen

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.
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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Registered Service Manager - Reading £34,000 to £36,000 depending on experience

Registered Service Managers with a passion for enhancing the quality of life of the people we support are at the heart of our management teams. We’re currently searching for a fantastic Registered Manager to join us in leading our Small 6 bedded residential service for people with moderate learning disabilities in Woodley/Reading. This service is a welcoming and friendly environment with a stable dynamic team, no agency use. We are Looking for a manager who can lead on person centred care values and achieve the objectives of outstanding regulatory requirements. Perfect for managers looking to grow, our role provides a supportive team and abundant development prospects. Are you passionate about empowering colleagues to deliver exceptional care?

Join Voyage Care and Feel Valued, we reward your dedication with:
Wagestream giving you the flexibility to draw upon up to 40% of your pay, as it is earned.
Funded Blue Light Card hundreds of discounts at high street retailers etc.
24/7/365 doctor line for our colleagues and their families
Access to cash plans for our colleagues, which also covers their families
Enhanced retirement leave
Long service awards

Our Registered Service Manager will be working alongside local authorities, healthcare professionals and the families of the people we support as well as leading a team to ensure that people gain more independence in their daily lives and have positive outcomes. You will be managing the day-to-day running of the service(s), developing and implementing person centred support plans, conducting care needs assessments, recruiting and inducting new colleagues, completing supervisions/appraisals, completing medication competencies and medication audits, attending mutli-disciplinary meetings, completing quarterly audits and reports, effectively manage the services P&L, ensure regulatory, legislative, internal and contractual requirements are met including relevant notifications and adherence to policies and procedures. You’ll be a friendly, dynamic, and caring leader with a passion for the care sector and delivering the best support. This is an amazing role for someone who is looking to really make a difference to the lives of others, whether that’s helping our colleagues grow in confidence or the people we support gain independence so that they meet their goals.

We’re interested in our Registered Service Manager having both the right experience and the right values. This is why at this service our Registered Manager should have previous experience in a care management role, be willing and able to undertake CQC registration and a Level 5 in Health & Social Care as well as experience working with individuals with learning disabilities.

Why choose us?

We embrace people’s differences and encourage you to Be You, and so long as you’ve got the passion to make someone’s life better, we can give you all the skills and development opportunities you need to build a great career.

We encourage our staff to Grow Together through our excellent training programme, starting at induction and following you through your career, with opportunity for promotion and progression as well as job security in a sector leading organisation.

Don't hesitate to apply today and make a real difference to the lives of the people we're supporting!

All applicants and subsequent job offers will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Team Leader to join our Young People service in Bracknell.

£29,000.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

The post holder will be fully involved in all aspects of the day to day management of their designated service, including line managing the relevant front line staff. You will lead and develop competence of direct reports as well as carry caseloads of customers requiring support. You will work closely with the contract manager to ensure that the service delivers on all targets, both financial and those around the quality of the service.

This is a fixed term contract of 12 months.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

What you'll do:

Lead and motivate your team to ensure the championing of and maintenance of a positive local culture within your service
Deliver effective supervision and team meetings with staff and ensure that information, reporting and communication
Responsible for the personal development of staff, identifying high performers and feeding into the organisations succession plans
Ensure that Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) required as part of the Contract are met and recorded correctly
Develop key business relationships with all appropriate relevant customers/external parties to ensure service delivery excellence and maximise new business opportunities in own patch
Participate in and monitor the initial and continuous assessment of needs and ensure that support planning is carried out in line with assessed needs of the customer
Carry out other administrative tasks as relevant to the service and directed by the Contract/Heads of Operations
Deliver an out of hours on-call service for region, where required
Ensure that all safeguarding cases are managed in line with safeguarding protocols and are reported to Contract Manager/Head of Operations, as appropriate
Ensure Look Ahead Health and Safety policies are adhered to at all times and to uphold all health and safety responsibilities within relevant policies and local protocols
Adhere to all the policies and procedures of Look Ahead Care, Support & Housing plus those specific to the project including any statutory requirements

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

About you:

Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, networks in local business community
Approachable and open behaviour
Prefers working as part of a group or team
Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
Is passionate and enthusiastic about his/her career and job experiences
Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude

What you'll bring:

Essential:

Educated to degree level or equivalent

Desirable:

Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications are desirable

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Employee Relations Manager
6 month contract
Day Rate: £350-£400

Our client is a leading global business based in Maidenhead is recruiting an Employee Relations Manager working within their Global Employee Relations Group. In this vital role, you'll manage complex employee relations issues, ensuring a fair and compliant workplace while enhancing the employee experience.
Key Responsibilities:
* Case Management: Oversee the full life-cycle of complex employee relations cases, from intake to resolution. Collaborate with HR partners, legal counsel, and management to develop strategies that balance organisational needs with employee well-being.
* Investigation & Compliance: Conduct thorough investigations into serious workplace issues, including harassment and policy violations. Provide well-documented recommendations and support for disciplinary actions.
* Employee Advocacy: Work closely with employees to facilitate medical accommodations and provide guidance on corrective actions, fostering a culture of high performance and engagement.
* Training & Development: Collaborate with our Learning department to design and deliver training programs on employee relations best practices.
* Special Projects: Lead HR-related projects to enhance our employee relations processes and ensure compliance with regional laws and policies.
Qualifications:
* Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Organisational Psychology, or a related field; professional HR certification preferred.
* Experience: Minimum of 7 years in HR roles, particularly in Employee Relations or as an HR Business Partner. Experience in a global, dynamic organisation is a plus.
* Skills: Strong knowledge of employment laws, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage complex cases with discretion and diplomacy. Proficiency in multiple languages is a bonus.

This role may require occasional travel and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

If you're a results-oriented individual with a focus on employee advocacy and a knack for conflict resolution, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and respect.

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

Retail Stocktaking Team Leader

Salary: Up to £33,480 (£29,000-£30,000 plus £290 per month car allowance)

Location: Reading

As a Retail Stocktaking Team Leader you will take accountability for managing teams of up to 60 stock counters, delivering the end to end stock taking service while on our client's sites. We require flexible availability, as the shift lengths may vary and you will be travelling to a different client site each day. You may occasionally be expected to stay away from home.

Days: Monday - Sunday (5 in 7 day working shift pattern)

Hours of Work: Evening/Night shifts.

Benefits:

• Full mileage or company car
• Full time / permanent salaries available
• Expenses paid
• Ongoing training
• Progression opportunities
• Paid holiday
• Overseas opportunities

You will be expected to ensure the following within your team:

• Correct procedures and processes are followed
• Exceptional customer service standards are delivered on all sites
• Stock Counts are completed accurately and within the given time frame
• Team productivity is monitored and improved where possible

Person Specification:

• A Full Driving License
• Outstanding customer service skills
• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
• Basic IT skills
• The ability to remain focused when under pressure
• Manage time effectively and work without immediate supervision
• Willingness and ability to travel

Please note all work will require prolonged periods of standing and some use of step stools and ladders. Some sites are in warehouses or large retail premises where you may be required to access and work with ground and high level stock.

This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 18 years.

If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more please apply today!

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Retail Stocktaking Team Leader

Salary: £12.94 per hour inclusive of holiday pay (£11.55ph + £1.39 holiday pay) + Enhancements

Location: Reading

*Access to wages from 3 days after shift completion*Immediate Start*Holiday Pay*

As a Retail Stocktaking Team Leader you will take accountability for managing teams of up to 60 stock counters, delivering the end-to-end stock taking service while on our client's sites. The shifts lengths vary, and we require flexible availability, you will be required to travel to a different client site each day and may occasionally be expected to stay away from home.

Days: Monday - Sunday (Up to 5 days in a 7-day working pattern and there is the possibility flexibility in the working days per week if required)

Hours of Work: Evening/Night shifts.

Benefits:

• Colleagues will be offered a benefit called Wagestream, which enables colleagues to track, save and access up to 50% of their wages prior to pay day. Wagestream also offers financial advice, all contributing to the financial wellbeing of RAS colleagues
• Full time / permanent salaries available
• Expenses paid
• Ongoing training
• Progression opportunities
• Paid holiday
• Overseas opportunities

You will be expected to ensure the following within your team:

• Correct procedures and processes are followed
• Exceptional customer service standards are delivered on all sites
• Stock Counts are completed accurately and within the given time frame
• Team productivity is monitored and improved where possible

Person Specification:

• A Full Driving License
• Outstanding customer service skills
• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
• Basic IT skills
• The ability to remain focused when under pressure
• Manage time effectively and work without immediate supervision
• Willingness and ability to travel

Full training in our systems and client procedures will be provided.

Please note all work will require prolonged periods of standing and some use of step stools and ladders. Some sites are in warehouses or large retail premises where you may be required to access and work with ground and high level stock.

This role will involve working unsociable hours, working early mornings or night shifts, this therefore means we are unable to hire anyone under the age of 18 years.

We look forward to receiving your application.

https://www.retailassetsolutions.com/who-we-are/

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

External Manager

Long term opportunity for a CSA Manager based in Slough.

You will be managing a critical external package which consists of heavy civil works, including ground works and 278 works.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Understanding the scope of their package.
• Attending and contributing in contractor pre start meetings.
• Attending and contributing in design team meetings.
• Chairing weekly sub-contractor progress meetings, taking and issuing meeting minutes.
• Attending safe starts.
• Approving RAMS.
• Attending DABS and contributing to the meeting, discussing coordination with other trades. If necessary taking the meeting, issuing the DABS report to all other team members.
• Enforcing H&S on site.
• Identifying potential problems, but offering buildability solutions.
• Someone who is tech savvy.
• Someone who can engage with the supply chain and other team members.

The contractor are a well respected main contractor who specialise in data centres and that part of the business is really expanding and they're in need of CSA Managers ASAP.

We are paying between £320-370 a day for the right candidate.

If you want to hear more about this Construction Manager role then please apply with an up-to-date of your CV to contact Danny Ireland in our London office on 020 7288 0166.