Total 42 job vacancies by Acorn Recruitment

Manufacturing Support Electrical Engineer

Location: Trostre (SA14)

Salary: Up to £44,000 per annum + Benefits

What you will do

As the Manufacturing Support Engineer, you will:

• Determine and set engineering priorities in collaboration with line managers to optimise plant performance.
• Devise and implement planned maintenance and inspection schedules in line with statutory requirements.
• Ensure all engineering activities meet health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Allocate resources and materials effectively to ensure maintenance schedules are met on each shift.
• Monitor engineering teams and contractors to ensure work is carried out to plan.
• Manage staff training and development to create a safety-conscious and technically competent workforce.
• Control expenditure on spares, materials, and labour, ensuring that budgets are adhered to.
• Lead initiatives to improve engineering practices and plant performance, serving as the key electrical expert for the team.
• Prepare and submit minor capital and major maintenance proposals to ensure plant availability and performance improvements.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out system to support fault resolution and breakdowns.

What you will need

You should have a solid practical background in electrical engineering, with relevant experience in a supervisory role. A minimum of an HNC qualification or equivalent is required.

Experience in the following areas would be beneficial:

• Electrical safety and safe systems of work
• Design of electrical systems
• PLCs and SCADA systems
• Digital drives and motor control
• Distribution systems and switching
• Electronic systems such as load cells and tensiometers

Benefits

• A market competitive salary
• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Bonus Scheme - subject to business performance
• Private Healthcare Scheme (Individual cover)
• One of the UK's leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Customer Account Manager

Honiton area, EX14 - Dunkeswell

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Hybrid work, 1 day per week in the Office and travel to see your clients required.

Duties will include:

• Serve as the key point of contact for all customer account management matters.

• Manage customer accounts.

• Building and maintaining strong, long-lasting customer relationships.

• Raise quotes for customers.

• Maintain the ERP system.

• Assist customers with order placement, cancellations, and modifications.

• Raise bills of materials.

• Engage with inactive customers and explore new opportunities to grow your accounts.

Requirements:

• Must be dynamic and driven.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an excellent telephone manner.
• Highly organised with the ability to calmly multi-task / juggle multiple account management projects at a time.

• Good working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft packages.

• Experience in a similar role would be preferred.

Don't miss out, APPLY NOW!!! or contact Judyta at our Tiverton branch for more details:

Phone: 01884 242 255

Mobile: 07741 809 497

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Customer Service Representative - Crewkerne
£28,000 - £30,000 per annum

Acorn by Synergie is currently seeking a new member to join their client's Customer Service team. At this established company, they produce top-quality products for their customers. And we need an enthusiastic individual to be the main point of contact for all customer inquiries regarding orders and deliveries.

We are looking for a passionate Customer Service Representative who takes pride in their work, and strives to provide the best service to their valued customers. With their fast-paced manufacturing environment, you will not only be dealing with purchase and sales orders from all customers but you will also have the opportunity to work closely with the production team. If you are a proactive and energetic individual with a positive attitude, then we want you to be a part of our growing team.

Key responsibilities:

- Handle purchase and sales orders from all customers
- Process orders accurately and efficiently
- Maintain inhouse sales order processing tracking system
- Serve as the main point of contact for all inquiries relating to orders and deliveries
- Provide regular updates to customers with the progress of their orders
- Communicate effectively with the production team to ensure timely delivery of orders
- Liaise with logistics partners to ensure smooth delivery of products to customers
- Resolve customer complaints and issues in a timely and satisfactory manner
- Provide exceptional customer service and build strong relationships with our clients

Qualifications and experience:

- Experience in a customer service role, preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, with strong excel skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to work independently and as a team player
- Proactive, with a positive attitude and exceptional problem-solving skills

Benefits -

26 days holiday plus B/H's
Yearly Discretionary Bonus
4 x salary death in service
Healthcare scheme
Finish at 3pm on Fridays

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Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a Public Sector client for a Strategy, Planning and Performance Support Officer to work on a temporary basis.

Hours 37.5 per week

Payrate £11.44 - £13.57 per hour

Hybrid working

Job Summary / Job Purpose:

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive business and confidential administrative and corporate support to the Strategy, Planning and Performance team. This is a key role to ensure efficient and effective support which includes preparing monthly/quarterly reports, overseeing business developments, providing high level support to projects, and undertaking specific administrative tasks.

Duties / Responsibilities include:

Arrange and support meetings on behalf of the Team including the taking and transcribing of notes, minutes and action points as required and follow up on actions with individuals across the Service and with other key stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Organise virtual arrangements or venues for Strategy, Planning & Performance led meetings, project teams and workshops etc. with requirement to support these sessions across Wales. Facilitate the delivery of any meetings/projects/workshops as required, responding to changes as necessary.

Manage the electronic diaries of key staff, by scheduling appointments/meetings as required, and bring forward relevant files as required. Prioritise workload and resolve conflicting diary requirements.

Responsible for the care and safe use of office equipment and security of office premises, reporting faults/failures to responsible person.

Monitor progress of defined aspects of specific projects, identifying problems or opportunities

Receive, validate and process invoices as required.

Essential:

Good working knowledge and experience in the management of business, secretarial and office procedures.

Experience and knowledge in the use of MS Office Suite.

Experience in the management and maintenance of information systems.

Experience of project support work.

Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply now!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Manufacturing Support Electrical Engineer

Location: Trostre (SA14)

Salary: Up to £44,000 per annum + Benefits

What you will do

As the Manufacturing Support Engineer, you will:

• Determine and set engineering priorities in collaboration with line managers to optimise plant performance.
• Devise and implement planned maintenance and inspection schedules in line with statutory requirements.
• Ensure all engineering activities meet health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Allocate resources and materials effectively to ensure maintenance schedules are met on each shift.
• Monitor engineering teams and contractors to ensure work is carried out to plan.
• Manage staff training and development to create a safety-conscious and technically competent workforce.
• Control expenditure on spares, materials, and labour, ensuring that budgets are adhered to.
• Lead initiatives to improve engineering practices and plant performance, serving as the key electrical expert for the team.
• Prepare and submit minor capital and major maintenance proposals to ensure plant availability and performance improvements.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out system to support fault resolution and breakdowns.

What you will need

You should have a solid practical background in electrical engineering, with relevant experience in a supervisory role. A minimum of an HNC qualification or equivalent is required.

Experience in the following areas would be beneficial:

• Electrical safety and safe systems of work
• Design of electrical systems
• PLCs and SCADA systems
• Digital drives and motor control
• Distribution systems and switching
• Electronic systems such as load cells and tensiometers

Benefits

• A market competitive salary
• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Bonus Scheme - subject to business performance
• Private Healthcare Scheme (Individual cover)
• One of the UK's leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Service & Repair Technician - Exeter - Permanent £30,000 - £40,000 per annum - Dependent on experience

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Service and Repair Technician for our client based at their Exeter depot.

Hours of work:

37.5 hours a week

Monday - Friday 8.30am- 5.00pm

Job Role:

To service and repair the full range of Professional and Home & Garden cleaning equipment in a workshop environment, as well as perform onsite customer repairs when necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service and repair the full range of Professional cleaning equipment in both workshop and field environments.
• Record all work performed, complete relevant service reports, and liaise with customers and internal office staff.
• Promote and sell maintenance contracts and other accessories.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicle in a satisfactory and safe condition at all times.
• Control inventory of van spares.
• Uphold and promote the brand at all times.
• Carry out additional duties as requested by management to meet business requirements.
• Attend training, meetings, and company events.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 3 GCSEs at Grade C or equivalent, including English and Maths.
• Preferably qualified in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• Preferable knowledge of the service and cleaning industries.
• Experience in a workshop engineering role and/or working with cleaning equipment.
• IT literate.
• Ability to find, diagnose, and resolve technical problems.
• Good communication skills, both internally and externally with customers.
• Ability to work on your own initiative.
• Full UK driving license.
• Willingness to travel.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Acorn by Synergie is currently seeking a Customer Service Administrator to join their client's team.

Salary: £14.70 per hour for the first 12 weeks increasing to £16.59 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am-4pm, 40 hours per week

Primary purpose and function of position:

* Primarily supporting the department with systematic data analysis with interrogation of order errors / process improvers using SAP and WMS systems plus other supporting systems including Microsoft packages.

* Working with and alongside our local Logistics teams, 3PL Transport services providers and teams based remotely in Prague and India.

* The role includes providing data analysis and systematic data extraction in support of department functionality including many general systematic administrative tasks relevant to a customer support & process analyst function.

* The role will also have strict links with tracking and compliance to the contracts and agreements that are in place and aligned with our business KPIs and priorities - Safety, Quality and Service at optimum Cost with full conformance to our SOPs.

The Individual

Education

* Higher Education, A level, Degree, Diploma or equivalent in Logistics or Administration Experience.
* Experience in working within an office environment using different systems and computer packages.
* Experienced in dealing with 3PL contractors Experience of general warehousing and manufacturing operations.
* Systems expertise in Warehouse systems - SAP, WMS & TMS
* Experience managing projects and changes to routine operations.
* Good record of delivering process improvement.
* Knowledge of project management principles

Technical competencies:

* Understanding of Logistics / Distribution / Warehousing and Transport processes Strong organisation skills with experience in deadline adherence.
* Demonstrates negotiation skills.
* Basic business sense with positive flexibility.
* Good analytical and problem solving skills.
* High level computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project etc.)
* Leadership & negotiation skills would be advantageous.
* Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
* Good listener, with the ability to quickly gain rapport and trust across all levels.
* Strong influencer, able to challenge management and staff where appropriate.
* Charismatic and dynamic, someone who will walk the floor and talk openly to motivate and inspire.
* Highly results focused, and with a strong attention to detail.
* Highly structured and systematic approach to delivering business solutions.
* Excellent team player, able to develop strong relationships with colleagues and peers.
* Leads by example, and lives the company's values.
* Able to work on own initiative and prioritise workload effectively.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Manufacturing Support Electrical Engineer

Location: Trostre (SA14)

Salary: Up to £44,000 + Benefits

What you will do

As the Manufacturing Support Engineer, you will:

• Determine and set engineering priorities in collaboration with line managers to optimise plant performance.
• Devise and implement planned maintenance and inspection schedules in line with statutory requirements.
• Ensure all engineering activities meet health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Allocate resources and materials effectively to ensure maintenance schedules are met on each shift.
• Monitor engineering teams and contractors to ensure work is carried out to plan.
• Manage staff training and development to create a safety-conscious and technically competent workforce.
• Control expenditure on spares, materials, and labour, ensuring that budgets are adhered to.
• Lead initiatives to improve engineering practices and plant performance, serving as the key electrical expert for the team.
• Prepare and submit minor capital and major maintenance proposals to ensure plant availability and performance improvements.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out system to support fault resolution and breakdowns.

What you will need

You should have a solid practical background in electrical engineering, with relevant experience in a supervisory role. A minimum of an HNC qualification or equivalent is required.

Experience in the following areas would be beneficial:

• Electrical safety and safe systems of work
• Design of electrical systems
• PLCs and SCADA systems
• Digital drives and motor control
• Distribution systems and switching
• Electronic systems such as load cells and tensiometers

Benefits

• A market competitive salary
• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Bonus Scheme - subject to business performance
• Private Healthcare Scheme (Individual cover)
• One of the UK's leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Electrical Project Engineer

Location: Trostre (SA14)

Salary: Negotiable + Benefits

Are you a skilled Project Engineer with a background in Electrical engineering?

Acorn by Synergie is looking for a Project Engineer to provide, maintain, and develop engineering services for capital and special revenue projects. This role offers the opportunity to lead key projects from conception through to completion, making a lasting impact on the future of our operations.

What you will do

• Develop and manage project plans in line with long-term strategies, ensuring all phases, from concept to final acceptance, are fully delivered.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards during all lifecycle phases, including design, specification, installation, and maintenance.
• Support improvement and capital plans as decided by the Senior Engineering team.
• Provide expert engineering support for improvement work and problem-solving.
• Assist in setting T=Trostre's policy in line with ISO/IEC, EN, BS, and guidance.
• Organise and document safety studies, such as risk assessments, HAZOP, and FMEA.
• Participate in call-out systems for plant support and provide out-of-hours assistance as needed.
• Use SAP and manage changes with the creation of Management of Change documents.

What you will need

As an experienced Project Engineer, you should ideally have a degree in engineering, combined with experience in the steel industry. Knowledge of project management techniques, risk assessments, and safety studies is essential.

Strong analytical, computing, and communication skills are required, along with the ability to create reports. A full driving license and valid passport may be needed for occasional UK and European travel.

Experience in the following areas would be of beneficial:

• Electrical safety and design
• PLCs and SCADA systems
• Digital drives and motor control
• Distribution systems

What we can offer you

• A market competitive salary
• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Bonus Scheme - subject to business performance
• Private Healthcare Scheme (Individual cover)
• One of the UK's leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Service & Repair Technician - Exeter - Permanent £30,000-£40,000 - Depedendent on experience

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Service and Repair Technician for our client based at their Exeter depot.

Job Role:

To service and repair the full range of Professional and Home & Garden cleaning equipment in a workshop environment, as well as perform onsite customer repairs when necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service and repair the full range of Professional cleaning equipment in both workshop and field environments.
• Record all work performed, complete relevant service reports, and liaise with customers and internal office staff.
• Promote and sell maintenance contracts and other accessories.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicle in a satisfactory and safe condition at all times.
• Control inventory of van spares.
• Uphold and promote the brand at all times.
• Carry out additional duties as requested by management to meet business requirements.
• Attend training, meetings, and company events.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 3 GCSEs at Grade C or equivalent, including English and Maths.
• Preferably qualified in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• Preferable knowledge of the service and cleaning industries.
• Experience in a workshop engineering role and/or working with cleaning equipment.
• IT literate.
• Ability to find, diagnose, and resolve technical problems.
• Good communication skills, both internally and externally with customers.
• Ability to work on your own initiative.
• Full UK driving license.
• Willingness to travel.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Manufacturing Electrcial Support Engineer - Day shift 08.30-4pm Monday to Friday

Trostre (SA14)

Salary: Up to £44,000 per annum + quarterly and yearly bonus

What you will do

As the Manufacturing Support Engineer, you will:

• Determine and set engineering priorities in collaboration with line managers to optimise plant performance.
• Devise and implement planned maintenance and inspection schedules in line with statutory requirements.
• Ensure all engineering activities meet health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Allocate resources and materials effectively to ensure maintenance schedules are met on each shift.
• Monitor engineering teams and contractors to ensure work is carried out to plan.
• Manage staff training and development to create a safety-conscious and technically competent workforce.
• Control expenditure on spares, materials, and labour, ensuring that budgets are adhered to.
• Lead initiatives to improve engineering practices and plant performance, serving as the key electrical expert for the team.
• Prepare and submit minor capital and major maintenance proposals to ensure plant availability and performance improvements.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out system to support fault resolution and breakdowns.

What you will need

You should have a solid practical background in electrical engineering, with relevant experience in a supervisory role. A minimum of an HNC qualification or equivalent is required.

Experience in the following areas would be beneficial:

• Electrical safety and safe systems of work
• Design of electrical systems
• PLCs and SCADA systems
• Digital drives and motor control
• Distribution systems and switching
• Electronic systems such as load cells and tensiometers

Benefits

• A market competitive salary
• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Bonus Scheme - subject to business performance
• Private Healthcare Scheme (Individual cover)
• One of the UK's leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Manufacturing Electrical Support Engineer - Day shift 08.30-4pm Monday to Friday

Trostre (SA14)

Salary: Up to £44,000 per annum + quarterly and yearly bonus

What you will do:

As the Manufacturing Support Engineer, you will:

• Determine and set engineering priorities in collaboration with line managers to optimise plant performance.
• Devise and implement planned maintenance and inspection schedules in line with statutory requirements.
• Ensure all engineering activities meet health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Allocate resources and materials effectively to ensure maintenance schedules are met on each shift.
• Monitor engineering teams and contractors to ensure work is carried out to plan.
• Manage staff training and development to create a safety-conscious and technically competent workforce.
• Control expenditure on spares, materials, and labour, ensuring that budgets are adhered to.
• Lead initiatives to improve engineering practices and plant performance, serving as the key electrical expert for the team.
• Prepare and submit minor capital and major maintenance proposals to ensure plant availability and performance improvements.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out system to support fault resolution and breakdowns.

What you will need:

You should have a solid practical background in electrical engineering, with relevant experience in a supervisory role. A minimum of an HNC qualification or equivalent is required.

Experience in the following areas would be beneficial:

• Electrical safety and safe systems of work
• Design of electrical systems
• PLCs and SCADA systems
• Digital drives and motor control
• Distribution systems and switching
• Electronic systems such as load cells and tensiometers

Benefits:

• A market competitive salary
• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Bonus Scheme - subject to business performance
• Private Healthcare Scheme (Individual cover)
• One of the UK's leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and their families? We are seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our innovative new Service, supporting 11-17-year-olds across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.

About the Role: You will be part of a dynamic team that takes a strength-based approach to help young people and their families overcome challenges and improve relationships. Working closely with families, you'll deliver flexible and responsive care packages that include respite, intervention, outreach, and family support to achieve positive outcomes.

The company has already established itself as a successful service in Cardiff, delivering intensive support and therapeutic interventions for the past three years. Due to its success and increased regional funding, the service is expanding to provide support across both Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide structured, evidence-based interventions to young people and their families, helping them build resilience, develop problem-solving skills, and achieve sustainable positive change.

Deliver a rapid response to children and families in crisis, helping them to address and overcome difficulties that place them at risk.

Work collaboratively with a skilled team to support young people at home and in our centres, offering flexible services that include evenings and weekends as needed.

Engage with adolescents who present with challenging behaviour, utilising your experience to guide and support them toward positive development.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with adolescents, particularly those who exhibit challenging behaviour.
• Ability to work collaboratively with carers and as part of a wider professional team.
• Flexibility in your work schedule, including availability for some evenings and weekends.
• A valid driving license and full use of a car.
• We will need to request an Enhanced DBS for you.

If you're passionate about helping young people stay connected with their families and thrive in their home environment, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing service making a real impact in the community.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a public sector client for Hostel Support Relief Workers based throughout Cardiff. We are looking for reliable driven individuals with a can-do attitude. We do not require direct experience for this role, but transferable skills will be necessary.

Pay rate: £12.38 - £18.57 per hour

Job Purpose

To assist in the management of the Council's accommodation and 24-hour advice service and in the general operation and development of the service area. Hostel Support Relief Worker.

Casual Car User, full and valid driving licence and use of own car would be an advantage.

Job Duties

* To assist with the provision of hostel accommodation as reasonably required.

* To carry out the duties required to ensure the efficient and effective running of the hostel service and the welfare of residents; this will include ensuring the practical day to day running of accommodation is effectively carried out and providing necessary support to residents

* To provide appropriate advice and assistance to vulnerable people in crisis, as part of the advice, support and health care access service

* To encourage and facilitate the provision of additional support and access to health care services as required

* To assist with the operation of budget management procedures.

*To assist in the development of services for residents.

*To provide cover for posts carrying out similar core duties at other hostel services workplaces as reasonably required.

*To communicate with customers and other interested parties in writing, by telephone, and in office interviews as required.

*To seek to ensure customer satisfaction, by working to improve customer service, and resolve customer complaints.

*To practically assist in the co-ordination and operation of any Quality systems adopted by the service area.

* To carry out any general office duties as reasonably required including maintaining all necessary records and to providing monitoring information as required

* To actively support the development of current and emerging technology

* To participate in supporting the principles and practice of equality of opportunity as laid down in the organisation's Equal Opportunities Policy

* To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts and omissions and to comply with all health and safety legislation as appropriate

Hours of work will differ, as and when required. Our client is looking for someone to be as flexible as possible, as their service runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Within this role there will be full training, development and progression for the right people.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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Receptionist

Newport

Full time: 37.5 hours per week

09.00 - 17.30

Office based

Salary: £22,308 per annum

Acorn by Synergie is looking for a receptionist to join their client's Team. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for all clients visiting or telephoning the office. Excellent training will be given but experience of working in a similar role is essential. This is a demanding role in a busy office.

Responsibilities

• Handling all incoming phone calls and taking messages as required.
• Managing the reception calendars and conference room bookings.
• Managing the reception area, greeting clients and dealing with general enquiries.
• Archiving client files and managing the archive database.
• Assisting with office administration tasks such as photocopying, scanning, data entry, etc.

Experience / Skills

• Experience in a receptionist role and be able to deliver exceptional client service.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional client care
• Good organisational and IT skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and administrative skills.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme