Total 214 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Ashford, Kent, TN23 1PL

Role Title: Land and New Business Manager
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Salary: £52,618 - £65,772 per annum plus car allowance of £2272 per annum (salary offered dependent on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Dartford / Agile

You will be responsible for sourcing and securing new development opportunities to deliver Moat’s ambitious growth targets.

We support agile working, so you’ll be provided all IT equipment to work flexibly between your home and at our Dartford office.

Who are we?
Moat are one of the top 30 housing associations in England, with homes spread across London, Kent, Essex and Sussex. Our financial strength puts us in a good position to rise to challenges and plan for the future. We have released our new corporate strategy, so it’s an exciting time to join Moat! This involves being bold and ambitious, investing in new and existing homes, putting safety and quality first. We also deliver for and with our customers through our new Customer Engagement strategy, which will help us to deliver the requirements of the Social Housing White Paper.

We are also proud to announce, we have recently been awarded an accreditation from ‘The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024’, based on our employee feedback.

You will be:

• Identifying and delivering development opportunities including land, development, and Section 106 sites in accordance with Moat’s Corporate Strategy.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues and communicate effectively to ensure successful team outcomes.
• Developing and maintaining a comprehensive network of contacts relevant to securing and delivering new business opportunities including stakeholders, developers, housebuilders, funders, and strategic partners.
• Identifying, appraising, and negotiating new opportunities by considering commercial risk, funding requirements, tenure, specification and design.
• Negotiating contractual and commercial terms in line with policy, procedure, financial and regulatory requirements.
• Producing and presenting comprehensive reports for internal approval to Executive Team, Board, and relevant committees.
• Representing Moat at external meetings and undertake other duties to achieve required outcomes.

We are on the lookout for someone who has:

• A good track record of identifying and securing opportunities for residential development.
• A minimum of one year working in securing new business and land opportunities.
• An ability to build and maintain successful and collaborative partnerships to achieve outcomes.
• Proven commercial acumen and ability to negotiate and influence.
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral.
• Understanding of the planning process and requirements of Capital Funding Guide for Homes England and Greater London Authority (GLA).
• Ability and flexibility to plan and prioritise workloads under pressure without compromising standards.
• An ability to undertake work outside of normal office hours to meet the needs of the business.
• A valid driving licence and use of a vehicle.
It’s also additional, but not essential to have:
• A thorough understanding of land led development and planning and procurement routes
• A professional qualification (RICS or similar).

To view the full job description, please click the link here: https://shorturl.at/TVHJD

Your benefits:

In return for your hard work, we will reward you with a competitive salary, pension scheme, healthcare scheme, a generous annual leave entitlement, and you even get a half day off on your birthday!

We take pride in our people to ensure they are equipped with the knowledge they require to carry out their role and inspire them to learn more which is why we offer further education sponsorship and leadership programmes. Moat want to ensure their employees feel supported at work, so we also provide enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave, and many more!

Check out our employee benefits here: Our employee benefits: what we can offer you (youtube.com)

Interested? We want to hear from you!

If you feel this role is suited to you, and you want to take on an exciting new challenge, please fill out an online application form on our website (before 11pm on Sunday 20 October 2024 detailing the skills and experience you can bring to Moat.

We will be in touch via email should we wish to invite you in for an interview.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.

Please note we are no longer accepting CV’s as part of the recruitment process. All candidates will complete an application form on our career’s website.


If you require any additional adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact peopleservices@moat.co.uk

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Project Manager
Location: Kent/Sussex site travel required 2-3 times a week, remote base
Salary: £51,000
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

We are seeking a dedicated Project Manager to join our team at GFSL

Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

It takes hundreds of people in corporate support to ensure the smooth running of our operations and site-based functions, we are committed to driving the smooth and safe delivery of facilities maintenance; like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community.

As a Project Manager you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Payroll, Attract, Finance, to Commercial & Supply Chain, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all.


If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

We are a Ministry of Justice business who provides critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Project Manager with any combination of:
- 3 years managerial and technical experience in project delivery
- Management of project budgets
- Experienced in managing multiple projects, at different stages of development across range of disciplines and establishments
- Experienced in managing low value, high volume minor work projects
- Relevant Project Management qualifications
- Driving license
- Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.

If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!


Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL
Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society.

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts.

You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.
Explore facilities careers where you can make difference.


Pride In People
We're passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves.
We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone's needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone.

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers in Spring 2026. As the programme unfolds, we will learn more.


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Senior Project Manager

Are you a driven and experienced Senior Project Manager for a challenging and rewarding opportunity? A leading Tier 1 Main Contractor who has a strong track record of delivering high quality projects across the UK is currently looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their new £68m industrial project in Tunbridge Wells

About the role

This large-scale industrial project features a substantial groundworks package with 500,000 Sqft of industrial space, as part of a collaborative team, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of this project.

Requirements of the Senior Project Manager

Oversee all phases of the project, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards
Lead a multidisciplinary team including Site Managers, Engineers and subcontractors
Manage client relationships, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction
Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations
Monitor progress, financial and project milestones, reporting regularly to senior leadership
Requirements for the Senior Project Manager

Proven track record of delivering construction projects ideally within a tier 1 environment
CSCS card and 1st Aid and SMSTS
Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills,
A deep understanding of construction processes, health and safety regulations and project management best practices
Strong understanding of steel frame structures and groundworks

What we offer

This opportunity comes with a competitive salary and package including car allowance, mileage paid, Private health insurance and bonus.

If you want to hear more about this Senior Project Manager role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your cv or contact Chelsey in our Brighton office on cpotter@fr-group.co.uk

Job Title: Business Support Assistant
Location: Ashford Kent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £12.30 PAYE
Duration: 6 months ongoing

Are you an organised, customer-focused individual looking for a new challenge? Ashford Borough Council is seeking a dedicated Business Support Assistant to join our Port Health team. This is an excellent opportunity to support our vital administrative functions and provide top-notch customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting customers with setting up accounts and processing payments on the PHILIS system.
• Providing administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the Port Health team.
• Managing customer inquiries via phone and email, resolving them promptly and efficiently.
• Using IT systems to maintain records, monitor accounts, and ensure data accuracy.
• Charging for low-risk imports and chasing commercial documents from custom agents.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (including Maths and English) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in customer service and working within a team environment.
• Basic IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle complex queries under pressure.
• A proactive team player with a bright and cheerful disposition.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to make a real impact within a supportive team.
• A diverse and dynamic working environment.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

If you're a quick learner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with a variety of customers, we'd love to hear from you!

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer in the water industry? Are you passionate and ready to make a positive change? If so, then read on!

I am looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to work in the Rochester area. The perfect applicant will have knowledge and experience working on projects within wastewater or water treatment.

Role: Senior Project Engineer- Mechanical

Location: Rochester

Contract: Freelance

Rate: £450-500 per day

When: ASAP

Randstad Contact: Georgia Joslyn ()

Duties will include:

• Assist with the Project Management
• Assist in the production of the contract programme
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers
• Liaise with site management on design and procurement
• Assist in the preparation of the construction completion and take over
• Technical coordination
• Challenge all stakeholders to identify opportunities
• Work closely with Project Quantity Surveyor to generate cost plans

Skills Required:

• Project Engineering experience
• Experience of delivering utilising NEC3 form of contract
• Degree or equivalent qualification in a construction related discipline.
• Preferably APMP or equivalent
• Previous experience within water treatment (Non-Infrastructure)
• Previously mechanical project engineering background preferred

Skills Desirable:

• Ambitious and dynamic personality
• MEICA/Civil works multi-disciplined interfacing
• Experience of working on Water Industry construction projects, preferably with experience of large and complex deliveries
• Someone with a commitment to Right first time

If this sounds like the perfect role for you please get in touch, we would love to hear from you!

Alternatively, if you are looking for other roles within the wastewater and water treatment industry, please get in touch and we would love to assist in finding your dream role!

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

We are seeking a Business Manager to strategically manage and deploy the Academy's finances and facilities, ensuring that we retain our individuality as a school and our creative and aspirational ethos. This is an opportunity to join an innovative and dedicated Senior Leadership Team and contribute through a leading support staff role, to an exceptional educational provision.

What the school offers its staff

We believe in a fully inclusive educational offer that supports the needs and onwards progression of all our students. We celebrate individuality within our student and staffing body and work together as a team to support the happiness and development of all members of the Hillview Community.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Hays recruitment are currently recruiting for a transport planner for our client based in the East Kent region. This is a full-time permanent position starting asap.
4 days on 4 days off

8am till 8pm - 12-hour shifts

£40,000 per year

Duties:

- Planning drivers' routes.
- Meeting delivery deadlines.
- Coordinate shipment
- Monitor transport costs
- Negotiate rates with clients / suppliers
- Deliver excellent customer service

Experience / Skills

- Computer literate
- Knowledge within the supply chain industry
- 2 years experience as a transport planner
- Ability to manage transport operations

If you are interested in this role, please call James on 01622 235691 or email your CV

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Finance Business Partner
9 Month Contract (Potential for Perm)
£50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Remote role

Your new role

• Producing monthly management and service accounts together with other reports, within agreed timescales, seeking for increased efficiencies and investigating variances from budget, supplying full explanations thereof.
• Improving the impact, and understanding, of financial reporting on business performance.
• Providing analysis and delivering insight that assists managers in understanding services that are not recovering full costs of delivering the service, i.e. services in deficit.
• Providing effective commercial feedback, initiating change, to ensure key operational, commercial, and financial budgets are delivered
• Building partnerships and maintaining strong relationships with all senior managers and their teams.
• Supporting the production of the annual budget and monthly forecast exercise working closely with finance colleagues and managers across the organisation to ensure that the process runs smoothly to set deadlines

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA)
• Experience within a similar role
• Strong Business Partnering skills
• Good Excel, including Lookups, Pivot Tables, Logical functions

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 on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Are you looking for a Business Studies Teacher job? Job available at a mixed 11-18 secondary school in Tunbridge Wells!
Your new school
This school is innovative, fully inclusive, and very successful in the Tunbridge Wells area. Based in state-of-the-art buildings with impressive facilities they are rated Good by Ofsted. Behaviour is excellent at the school, and they have high expectations of students. Staff celebrate a real sense of community and are proud of the schools' vision.
Your new role
We are looking to appoint a determined and dynamic individual, committed to driving up standards in Business Studies. To be successful in this role you will have;
* A passion for teaching secondary Business Studies.
* An empathy with young people and a willingness to work hard to motivate and encourage them in developing a love of the subject.
* The ability to organise and teach lessons with flair and imagination.
* A responsibility of raising the standards of teaching, learning and student achievement in Business Studies for students aged 11-18.
* Potential for the right candidate

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in joining one of our partner schools, you will need to have QTS and recent experience of teaching Business Studies at KS3 or KS4 in mainstream schools. ECT/NQTs are welcome to apply.
What you'll get in return
By working alongside Hays, you will have contact with your own personal recruitment consultant who has access to a wide range of opportunities within the education sector in your area. Our partnership schools recruit directly with Hays and so you will have access to many permanent roles before they are even advertised. As well as this, if you know of other education professionals looking for supply, long-term or permanent roles, you can receive £250 worth of high street vouchers every time you recommend a friend to us using our 'Refer a Friend' programme. *terms & conditions apply*.

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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

What skills and experience we're looking for

Wilmington Academy has an exciting opportunity to appoint an excellent Teacher of Business Studies and Enterprise to join us from January 2025.

Our ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic Business specialist who is passionate about Business and has excellent subject knowledge. You will be joining a dynamic and innovative department who are highly collaborative and share ideas.

This teaching role is receptive to experienced practitioners with the knowledge and experience to teach across KS4/5 and also Early Career Teachers (ECTs)who are looking for their first teaching position as we can offer a bespoke professional development programme tailored to you not only within the academy but across the wider Trust.

The basis of this role is permanent and offering MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe Allowance.

What the school offers its staff

We are a strong and very stable faculty and we celebrate success year on year across the Key Stage 4 and 5 academic and vocational courses that we deliver so you will need to be an experienced practitioner with the knowledge and experience to teach across KS4/5 and a range of abilities. The examination outcomes and value-added are outstanding - this is achieved through expert subject knowledge and teaching, as well as our teamwork

Further details about the role

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

THE TRUST

Barton Court Academy Trust (BCAT) is a multi-academy Trust which was established in 2017.

It currently consists of three secondary schools: Barton Court Grammar School, an 11-18 years, mixed selective school in the heart of Canterbury, rated “Good” with many outstanding features by Ofsted in February 2020; The Charles Dickens School, an 11-16 years mixed non-selective school in Broadstairs, rated “Good” by Ofsted in March 2023 and Barton Manor Free School, an 11–18 years non-selective mixed school in the heart of Canterbury which opened to Year 7 in September 2022 and as the school grows now has Y7, Y8 and Y9 from September 2024.

Our School

Barton Court Grammar School (BCGS)is a state, selective, co-educational school with a strong reputation for its high academic standards and its caring and supportive ethos. In February 2020 Ofsted judged the school to be ‘good’ and it possessed many ‘outstanding’ features. The School is an accredited ‘Advanced Thinking School’ and is also the lead school of Barton Court Academy Trust (BCAT).

The School is committed to excellence in professional development and an extensive well-being programme is in place with many benefits including reduced gym membership at CCCU, event afternoons throughout the year and other benefits offered by BCAT and Kent Rewards.

The Post

Required for 1 January 2025, the Trustees are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and qualified teacher of Business who is able to teach to KS5 and lead the subject. The successful candidate has a strong pedigree and history of success at KS5.

The successful candidate should be able to deliver excellence in the classroom, providing innovative and inspirational teaching and learning. This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to work with colleagues to build a vibrant and outstanding department. This post is suitable for an enthusiastic professional looking to further their career.

Deadline: Monday 7 October2024 @ 9am.Early applications are encouraged and will be considered before the deadline.

How To Apply

Applications for this post should be made online only using the School’s application form. CVs will not be accepted. Visit the website and click on Recruitment for more information. Please email your application to recruitment@bartoncourt.org.

If you wish to discuss the post or to arrange a visit, please contact Mr Owen Mitchell, Deputy Headteacher on 01227 464600.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and proceed to interview upon receipt of a number of suitably qualified applications. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

In line with the latest KCSIE guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed at interview stage.

Our safeguarding practices prevent us from accepting CV’s.

Barton Court Academy Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

Further details and information about the Trust can be found on our website page.

A commitment to staff welfare and promoting BCAT core values is at the heart of this role.

What the school offers its staff

Barton Court Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and a check against the ISA Barred List for Children.

Commitment to safeguarding

In line with KCSIE 2022 guidance, part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed at interview stage. Barton Court Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for Children.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We know that exceptional Business practitioners are in high demand which is why we are offering a recruitment and retention bonus of £2,000for the right candidate(£1,000 payable upon joining, and £1,000 payable after 1 year's service).

Are you ready for the next step in your teaching career? Are you seeking a new opportunity for September 2024 that offers progression? Would you thrive in our supportive and highly successful department?

We are looking for a dynamic, committed and personable teacher to help lead our highly collaborative department in the role of Coordinator of Learning - Business Studies. We believe our team ethos is the most important aspect of our success, making this a great opportunity for a colleague who wants the opportunity to develop innovation and drive success in a supportive environment. You will help to inspire our committed and supportive team across the academy, modelling and leading the improvement of teaching skills to raise student achievement in all groups and to narrow any gaps in attainment. We warmly welcome applications from experienced teachers who are passionate and dedicated to enabling students to make excellent progress.

We believe that a diverse range of expertise strengthens our team and enhances the learning experience for our students. If you have a passion for business studies and a commitment to fostering excellence in teaching and learning, we encourage you to apply.

What the school offers its staff

Achievement for all students regardless of background is our key objective. We offer stimulating learning environments where effective teaching and learning are underpinned by high-quality interpersonal relationships. If you are ambitious for yourself and the learners you serve, then you are the person we need.

The successful candidate will receive:

• A salary commensurate with the profile of the post;
• Bespoke CPD with mentoring and coaching opportunities;
• The opportunity to work laterally across a number of Leigh Academies Trust schools to benchmark best practice and to be involved in teaching and learning innovation;
• The opportunity to work in a school where behaviour is exemplary.

We offer this role on a permanent basis with a salary of MPS/UPS+ Outer London Allowance + TLR commensurate with experience and dependent on the position.

Further details about the role

We know that exceptional Business practitioners are in high demand which is why we are offering a recruitment and retention bonusof£2,000for the right candidate(£1,000 payable upon joining, and £1,000 payable after 1 year's service).

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Commitment to safeguarding

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We know that exceptional Business practitioners are in high demand which is why we are offering a recruitment and retention bonus of £2,000 for the right candidate (£1,000 payable upon joining, and £1,000 payable after 1 year's service).

Leigh Academy Bexley are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Business Studies, starting from September 2024. The ideal candidate will have both the commitment and ability to enthuse and motivate our students to ensure excellent progress is made by all. They will be a dynamic teacher who encourages a love for the subject through both their teaching and their involvement in co-curricular offers. The successful candidate should have a genuine passion for the subject, the ability to be an outstanding teacher of their subject and be committed to raising achievement, raising aspirations and going the extra mile.

We’re keen to hear from you if you are:

• An excellent teacher with a record of excellent outcomes.
• Collaborative, building strong professional relationships.
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential.
• Energetic and have a ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Someone who has a measurable impact as an individual teacher and throughout the school.
• Committed to the happiness and wellbeing of everyone at the school.

What the school offers its staff

Working for Leigh Academy Bexley: Leigh Academy Bexley joined Leigh Academies Trust in June 2023 and has provided outstanding academic support and pastoral guidance, so that students can lead fulfilling and successful adult lives: inquisitive, articulate and internationally engaged, our students are defined by their boundless thirst for knowledge, self-improvement and learning.

We believe in providing our young people with an education; one that unlocks curiosity, ignites ambition, and forges a social conscience, equipping our students with the tools they need to have an impact on the world around them. Our teachers lead with professionalism and scholarship; they are experts in their field. All of us are part of a warm and caring family of staff, Governors and Trust colleagues who have the highest ambition and a deep hunger to learn. Our staff receives regular, first-class training to achieve mastery of their craft, amazing support to flourish every day, and a sense of shared moral purpose about the best job in the world.

Our vision is that regardless of background and regardless of their starting point, students will leave us as kind, resilient, independent learners with the right behaviour and attitudes to ensure continuous progress and achievement, ready for the next stage of their education and beyond. We want our students to be successful in their chosen careers, in their relationships and in their interaction with the world. We aspire for Leigh Academy Bexley to be a highly effective and truly inclusive school, reflecting the vibrant, diverse, and dynamic community that we serve. We believe in connecting with our local community and championing our local area.

Further details about the role

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Commitment to safeguarding

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

79615 - Project Manager

This Project Manager will report to our Client Delivery Manager and will work within UKPN Services - Projects based in our Chatham office. You will be a permanent employee.

You will attract a salary of £76,229 plus car and a bonus of 3%. This role can also offer blended working after probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 remote

Close Date: 02/10/2024

We also provide the following additional benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
• Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
• Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme
• Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Occupational Health support
• Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products.
• Discounted access to sports and social clubs
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Job Purpose

You will project manage a portfolio of UKPN Services projects. Although the role will be based in Chatham, Kent, the projects could be across multiple locations within the UK Power Networks footprint. You will ensure successful pre and post contract management of all projects on time, budget and safely to exceed the customer expectations. You will complete project management through the full life cycle of the project from initial enquiry through to post investment appraisal following the UK Power Networks Services governance and control process.

Principal Accountabilities

Must be committed to the General Safety Policy statement, and the Stay Safe program, must be aware of their contribution, including the requirement to monitor safety performance and compliance with the systems established to help maintain high safety standards in project delivery

Accurate forecasting and reporting meeting all main programme milestones of projects and interface between Client and UKPN Services teams, our sub-contractors and suppliers.

Manage all allocated projects throughout their lifecycle from enquiry, through award, on to completion and handover following project processes on time and to budget.

Manage workload. Take full responsibility of the success and quality of projects, provide support to less senior project managers

Contract management following custom contracts (knowledge of NEC 3 or equivalent would be desirable).

Produce weekly/monthly reports for review/meetings. Ensure monthly applications are progressed and labour utilised safely and works carried out to a high standard.

Main Competencies

• Programme management of a portfolio of projects to a high level of safety and quality
• To manage client project requirements and exceed in client delivery expectations
• Manage all projects throughout their lifecycle from enquiry, through tender/quotation and on to completion following project processes
• Collaborate with all disciplines within the UKPN Services team to provide an appropriate strategy to deliver a successful project and exceed client expectation
• Manage the financial control of projects, ensuring the delivery of planned works and profit margins
• Ensure design and construction compliance observing CDM regulation and to quality standards
• Manage NRSWA / street works contractors
• Manage workload. Take full responsibility of the success and quality of projects
• An understanding of HV (11kV to 132KV) networks; a can do and customer friendly attitude is important
• Professional reporting and presentation to UK Power Networks Services senior management

Qualifications

Understanding of NRSWA / Street Works

Electrical Engineering (to HNC or similar) is the preferred requirement however, applications from candidates with a lesser qualification and a record of accomplishment in the installation of electrical distribution infrastructures (construction) would be welcomed

NEBOSH

PRINCE2 or APM (PMQ)

An understanding and use of Microsoft Office packages Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

Experience of Primavera planning package.

Personal Characteristics

• Work as a Team Player in a dedicated team of project managers and support staff
• You will manage several projects at the same time
• Willing to challenge and be different rather than accepting the status quo

We have an exciting opportunity for a candidate with solid marketing and business development experience to support our client on a permanent basis in the Canterbury area. You will need to hold valid work experience within the professional services sector.

With this role, you can look forward to a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus, hybrid working after the completion of probation, a pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, on-site parking and not forgetting the superb team that you will be working with.

Skills required for this role:

• Previous experience working in legal / professional services firms.
• Proven track record of achieving targets.
• Strong understanding of how to develop effective strategies.
• Experience working with senior managers to understand objectives and needs and to negotiate consensus.
• Able to make use of digital tools to reach targeted and wider audiences.
• Ability to build strong relationships internally and externally.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication
• Competency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project)

Main duties of this role:

• Develop a focused marketing and business development strategy targeting both existing and potential clients and identify suitable opportunities to grow our client base.
• Thoroughly research and understand the needs and structures of prospective clients.
• Plan, execute and finalise projects through to their successful delivery, in line with the agreed schedule, quality and budget.
• Represent the firm and manage associated activities effectively.
• Create strong credentials, pitches, and advising partners on strategy in relation to bids and tenders.
• Administer the creation of sector-specific content, campaigns and other profile-raising activities.
• Organise and attend marketing events, recording their take up and success rate.
• Work with the Marketing Manager to update web pages and social media.
• Plan, prepare and monitor annual budgets.
• Pick up third-party interaction with marketing service providers from the Marketing Manager.

Please note: Due to the specific sector our client works in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or other regulated industry will be considered.

Y.fleming@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk

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