Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee
Bridgewater Recruitment Group - Maidstone, Kent
£31,000 to £33,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Kick-start your career with an exciting and fast-paced graduate development programme from the UK's largest B2B supplier of electrical equipment. Enjoy excellent rewards, hands-on learning and a clear pathway into sales leadership and business management. What's on Offer: £31,000 - £33,000 starting salary Two pay rises in your first year Profit share bonus + up to £1,800 tax-free training bonuses 25 days' holiday + matched employer pension contributions Fast progression into B2B sales and management Industry-leading, accredited training and mentorship Highly sociable company culture with opportunities to network with clients at events such as, golf days, football matches and motorsport About the Company This market-leading group is committed to developing future leaders. Their long-running graduate programme is designed for ambitious, commercially-focused graduates who want to learn how a successful business operates and progress into high-earning sales and management roles. The Role As a Graduate Trainee, you'll learn the business from the ground up, build strong customer relationships and progress into a field sales and business management position. Graduate Training Programme: First 6 Months Develop core knowledge of how the business operates - sales, warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing. Build a deep understanding of the product range and the electrical wholesale industry. Start building relationships, winning deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter, e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople. Begin your formal sales training course, attend Head Office training and network with other Graduate Trainees. Complete workbook assessments and earn training bonuses for your progress. 6-12 Months Move into internal sales/account management, engaging with B2B customers by phone, e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels. Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new key accounts. 12 Months and Beyond Progress to a varied B2B field sales management role with higher earning potential. Travel locally in your company car to meet clients, socialise, discuss projects and build strong relationships. Work towards running your own business within the group, gaining experience in staff management, purchasing and profit and loss. Managers enjoy significant autonomy thanks to the company's decentralised structure. You must have: A full UK driving licence The ability to start a full-time role immediately Apply Today to Find Out More If you're driven, confident and ready to take on responsibility, this programme gives you everything you need to build a successful career in sales and management.
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Graduate Trainee - Sales & Business Management
Bridgewater Recruitment Group - Oxford, Oxfordshire
£31,000 to £33,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Kick-start your career with an exciting and fast-paced graduate development programme from the UK's largest B2B supplier of electrical equipment. Enjoy excellent rewards, hands-on learning and a clear pathway into sales leadership and business management. What's on Offer: £31,000 - £33,000 starting salary Two pay rises in your first year Profit share bonus + up to £1,800 tax-free training bonuses 25 days' holiday + matched employer pension contributions Fast progression into B2B sales and management Industry-leading, accredited training and mentorship Highly sociable company culture with opportunities to network with clients at events such as, golf days, football matches and motorsport About the Company This market-leading group is committed to developing future leaders. Their long-running graduate programme is designed for ambitious, commercially-focused graduates who want to learn how a successful business operates and progress into high-earning sales and management roles. The Role As a Graduate Trainee, you'll learn the business from the ground up, build strong customer relationships and progress into a field sales and business management position. Graduate Training Programme: First 6 Months Develop core knowledge of how the business operates - sales, warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing. Build a deep understanding of the product range and the electrical wholesale industry. Start building relationships, winning deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter, e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople. Begin your formal sales training course, attend Head Office training and network with other Graduate Trainees. Complete workbook assessments and earn training bonuses for your progress. 6-12 Months Move into internal sales/account management, engaging with B2B customers by phone, e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels. Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new key accounts. 12 Months and Beyond Progress to a varied B2B field sales management role with higher earning potential. Travel locally in your company car to meet clients, socialise, discuss projects and build strong relationships. Work towards running your own business within the group, gaining experience in staff management, purchasing and profit and loss. Managers enjoy significant autonomy thanks to the company's decentralised structure. You must have: A full UK driving licence The ability to start a full-time role immediately Apply Today to Find Out More If you're driven, confident and ready to take on responsibility, this programme gives you everything you need to build a successful career in sales and management.
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Regional Sales Manager - Ophthalmic Lenses
Zest Business Group Ltd - Basingstoke and Deane, Hampshire
£45,000 to £50,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Regional Sales Manager | Ophthalmic Lenses | South Central Zest Optical is working in partnership with a global leader in ophthalmic lenses to recruit a Regional Sales Manager for the South Central. This is an exciting opportunity to join a premium manufacturer renowned for innovation, clinical excellence and cutting-edge lens technology. The position will cover the following postcode areas: OX, HP, LU, AL, RG, GU, SO, PO, BH & DT. This is a highly commercial role focused on developing new business while growing existing independent optical accounts across the region. You'll work with practice owners and key decision makers to introduce industry-leading lens solutions, build long-term partnerships and drive sustainable sales growth. Regional Sales Manager - Role Manage and develop a territory across the South Central, driving sales growth and market share. Identify and win new independent optical accounts through proactive business development. Build strong, long-term relationships with existing customers to maximise account performance. Deliver commercial presentations and product demonstrations to practice owners and dispensing teams. Promote premium ophthalmic lens technologies and value-added solutions. Develop strategic territory plans to achieve and exceed sales targets. Negotiate commercial agreements and identify opportunities to increase product penetration and profitability. Maintain a strong understanding of market trends, competitor activity and customer requirements. Represent the business professionally, acting as a brand ambassador throughout the region. Regional Sales Manager - Requirements Previous B2B sales experience within the optical industry. Experience selling ophthalmic lenses, optical equipment or premium eyewear products. A proven track record of developing new business and growing existing accounts. Strong commercial awareness with excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills. Self-motivated, ambitious and target-driven with the ability to work autonomously. Excellent presentation and communication skills. Full UK driving licence. Regional Sales Manager - Benefits Up to £47,500 basic salary (depending on experience). Lucrative bonus scheme. Company car or car allowance. Pension. Private healthcare. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Ongoing training and career development. Opportunity to join a market-leading international organisation with an outstanding reputation for innovation and product quality. To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please click on the Apply Now link below.
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Fire Safety Manager 6m FTC
New Appointments Group Ltd - Dover, Kent
£50,000 to £50,000 a year
ContractFull time
Job title: Fire Safety Manager, Interim Location: Dover Salary: £50,000 FTE + £5k project completion bonus Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Contact: 6-month fixed-term The role: This is a unique opportunity to influence our client's safety strategy at scale, working across operational environments, commercial buildings, engineering projects, marine facilities and major infrastructure developments. Benefits: 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays Birthday leave Free Parking Generous contributory pension scheme Discretionary annual bonus scheme Private Health Care Life assurance Employee assistance programme 3rd party discounts Cycle to work scheme Benefits and reward platform Employee volunteering scheme Key responsibilities will be to: Provide fire safety leadership, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation while developing and embedding a robust Fire Safety Management System. Act as the SME for fire safety matters, driving compliance, governance and continual improvement. Be responsible for developing and implementing the Fire Safety Strategy. Oversee fire risk assessment programmes and provide technical assurance across buildings, operational areas and capital projects. Lead the Fire Safety Management System and governance framework. Develop fire safety policies, standards and procedures. Manage and assure statutory Fire Risk Assessments across the estate. Undertake and validate complex and higher-risk Fire Risk Assessments. Provide technical advice on active and passive fire protection measures. Review designs, refurbishments and construction projects to ensure fire safety compliance. Lead fire safety audits, inspections and compliance reporting. Develop and test emergency plans, evacuation strategies and fire drills. Manage contractor fire safety arrangements and hot work controls. Liaise with Kent Fire & Rescue Service, insurers and regulators. Produce executive-level reports, KPIs and improvement plans. Conduct fire safety training needs analysis and support stakeholder engagement activities. Experience and skills required: Degree in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety, Building Surveying/Control, Engineering or a related discipline Advanced competence in fire safety (EQF Level 5 / RQF Level 4 or above) ABBE & IFTC Level 4 Fire Risk Assessment qualification Knowledge of the Building Safety Act and related fire safety legislation Competence in Higher-Risk Buildings Membership of GIFireE/MIFireE or actively working towards Flexibility to participate in an on-call rota The ability to access heights and vessels within a harbour environment Full UK Driving Licence Desirable Qualifications & Experience NEBOSH Fire Certificate NEBOSH Diploma ISO 45001 Lead Auditor qualification Passive Fire Protection and Fire Door Inspection qualifications Experience gained within ports, airports, rail, defence, logistics or other critical infrastructure environments Next steps: If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements. If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie - Permanent Consultant on 01304 806053 or email e.gawn@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles. The role is subject to a medical assessment including a Drug and Alcohol test, and a background security check to obtain a dock pass.
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Routine Maintenance and Street Lighting Manager
Surrey County Council - Guildford, Surrey
PermanentFull time
The starting salary for this position is £63,823 per annum based on 36 hours per week. We are looking for an experienced and forward‑thinking Highway Maintenance & Street Lighting Manager to lead the delivery of key highway maintenance services across Surrey. This is a critical operational leadership role, responsible for managing teams, contractors, and major service contracts-including serving as the Council's senior manager for the long-term PFI street lighting contract (approx. £20m per annum). Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About Us The Place Directorate plays a central role in shaping Surrey's future-facilitating safe and reliable journeys, delivering sustainable infrastructure, and ensuring the County's 7.5 billion-pound highway network is maintained effectively. Highways, Transport & Network Management is the most publicly visible service we deliver, and this role sits at the heart of its success. Why Join Us? Influence one of the most high profile services Surrey County Council delivers. Lead major service contracts and work closely with local Members and community partners. Play a key role in delivering safe, sustainable, and reliable infrastructure for residents. Be part of a supportive, highly skilled, and forward-thinking Highways service. About the Role As Routine Maintenance & Street Lighting Manager, you will lead the delivery of highway maintenance services across Surrey's network, providing operational leadership for drainage, road markings, traffic signs, street furniture, street lighting and illuminated assets. You will oversee maintenance contracts, including acting as the senior manager for Surrey's long‑term Street Lighting PFI, ensuring services are safe, efficient and aligned with Council priorities. The role blends strategic planning, contract management, budget oversight, stakeholder engagement and team leadership. You will analyse performance, manage risks, develop maintenance programmes and drive service improvements, while leading a team of around 10 staff. Key priorities include improving asset management, strengthening contractor performance, ensuring value for money and maintaining high standards of resident safety and customer satisfaction. A major focus will be supporting Surrey's preparations for Local Government Reorganisation and the transition to new unitary authorities in 2027. You will help review services, contracts, assets and governance arrangements to ensure continuity and successful implementation of highway maintenance and street lighting functions. This is a visible leadership role with significant influence over the condition, safety and resilience of Surrey's most valuable asset-the highway network. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Degree‑level qualification (or equivalent experience) with substantial senior experience in highway maintenance, infrastructure or asset management. Proven leadership of teams and large‑scale contracts, with a strong track record of driving contractor performance and value for money. Strong operational understanding of highway maintenance, with the ability to analyse data, manage risks and deliver service improvements. Experienced in managing significant budgets and presenting technical information clearly to varied audiences. Excellent stakeholder and communication skills, plus a full UK driving licence and ability to travel across Surrey for site visits. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following questions: Please describe how your qualifications, professional knowledge and experience meet the requirements of this role, particularly in relation to highway maintenance, asset management and service delivery. Please provide details of your experience managing contracts, contractors or complex operational services, including how you have driven performance, managed risks and delivered value for money. This role involves leading teams and working with a wide range of stakeholders, including Councillors, contractors, partner organisations and residents. Please explain how your experience has prepared you for this responsibility. Please provide examples of how you have used performance data, technical expertise and strategic thinking to improve services, manage resources effectively and deliver organisational objectives. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 11/10/2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
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MT & MRF Operations & Maintenance Manager
Veolia - Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight
PermanentFull time
Salary: Competitive + Annual Bonus + Car Allowance Location: Isle Of Wight When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you: Access to our company pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential Stream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & reward What you'll be doing: Lead and coordinate all aspects of the Mechanical Treatment and Material Recovery Facility, both operations and maintenance, while overseeing the wider MT/MRF team to keep the plant running to maintain plant availability and production targets Ensure all output specifications are met in line with customer and regulatory requirements and manage operations against Veolia Minimum Requirements and site Environmental Permit Coordinate the operations and maintenance functions to deliver on financial and technical performance targets, including preparing an annual budget that works within an approved revenue, cost and profit Ensure robust plans are in place to manage plant breakdowns and planned maintenance requirements, minimise plant downtime and report on plant performance including budgets, CAPEX, plant availability and project progress Lead and contribute to improvement projects on site, deliver plant efficiencies and cost-saving solutions, and identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement Record and process accidents, incidents, significant close calls and audit/inspection non-conformities, and maintain and review technical, operational and financial KPIs What we're looking for: Leadership and Management work experience with familiarity with Health and safety and Environmental legislation and requirements Previous experience leading a large manufacturing / recycling facility Experience of Health, Safety and Environmental compliance requirements and Waste Management experience Technical proficiency relating to machinery and process equipment with strong business acumen and financial management skills Effective communication and relationship management skills with ability to lead by example and demonstrate performance management and talent management Time management and informed decision making capabilities with continuous improvement and project management experience IT proficiency and ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams to optimise productivity and operational requirements What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
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Administrator / Infrastructure Support (Defect Management)
Randstad CPE - Dartford, Kent
£15 to £16 an hour
ContractFull time
Job Title: Administrator / Infrastructure Support (Defect Management) Location: Main base in Dartford, Kent (with travel to offices/depots across the M25 network) Position Type: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Potential to extend or convert to permanent) Working Hours: 42 hours per week (Mon-Thu: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM | Fri: 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM) Pay Rate: £16.00/hr PAYE (£22.18/hr charge rate) Role Overview Join the Defect Management Team supporting the maintenance and resilience of the M25 network-one of the UK's most critical transport infrastructures. Working directly alongside two Defect Managers, you will handle administration, operational coordination, and data management for reactive and planned maintenance tasks. This is a fast-paced, customer-focused role dedicated to processing information around network issues (e.g., drainage, foliage, road damage) to keep traffic moving safely. Key Responsibilities Operational & Administrative Support Generate work orders, site instructions, and operational documentation for reactive maintenance teams. Order stock, tools, equipment, and PPE in coordination with supply chain procurement teams. Provide holiday and sickness coverage to maintain operational continuity across the defect management unit. Organize agendas, take meeting minutes, and track action points for team and leadership meetings. Data & Systems Management Accurately capture, input, and update routine maintenance data for day and night works. Manage entries across internal maintenance management systems (Confirm, Agile/Inform, and site-assisted software). Track stock levels and material usage across network maintenance operations. Maintain training records, track performance metrics, and log compliance details. Governance, Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement Compile weekly and monthly data reports tracking operational performance. Prepare slide packs and presentation materials for Senior Leadership Team (SLT) meetings. Communicate incident reports, site updates, and lessons learned across internal functions and external partners (including National Highways and framework contractors). Support internal event coordination and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications & Requirements Administrative Background: Proven track record in a fast-paced administrative or operational support role (infrastructure/engineering experience is not required-full training on defect systems will be provided). Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Outlook are essential; PowerPoint is a strong advantage). Experience with database/stock management systems (e.g., Confirm, Agile/Inform) is a plus. Mobility: Valid UK Driving Licence (Category B) and willingness to travel periodically to depots and offices across the M25 network. Clearances: Ability to pass BPSS vetting and a Safety-Critical Medical (arranged and funded prior to start). Soft Skills: Outgoing, adaptable, and highly organized with strong written and verbal communication skills. You should be comfortable interfacing with diverse operational teams, contractors, and client representatives. Apply today! 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.
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Maidstone Site Manager Main Contracting
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Maidstone, Kent
£250 to £350 a day
TemporaryFull time
Site Manager - Main Contracting Location: Maidstone Project: £7.8 Million New Build Commercial & Office DevelopmentDuration: 38 Weeks+We are currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of a £7.8 million new-build commercial and office development in Canterbury. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable main contractor on a high-profile project from start to finish. Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day site operations and ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site staff Ensure health & safety compliance and quality control standards are met Liaise with clients, consultants, and the wider project team Requirements: Proven experience managing new-build commercial projects of similar scale Strong leadership and communication skills SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certifications Ability to manage programmes, logistics, and site documentation What's on Offer: Long-term opportunity Competitive rate/salary Supportive and professional project team High-profile project with excellent future pipeline Interested?Apply or send your CV or call 01622 235691 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
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Clinical Service Manager at New Elmcroft
Vacancy Filler - Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex
from £70,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Home Manager (Nurse Qualified) - New Elmcroft Care Home, Shoreham-by-Sea Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE Lead with Purpose. Inspire Your Team. Make a Difference Every Day. Are you an experienced Nurse Qualified Home Manager looking for your next leadership opportunity? Do you have the passion, ambition and drive to lead a successful care home while making a real difference to the lives of residents and your team? At Shaw healthcare, we're looking for an exceptional Home Manager to lead New Elmcroft Care Home, our modern 60-bed nursing and residential care home in the beautiful coastal town of Shoreham-by-Sea. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's leading employee-owned healthcare providers and shape the future of a well-established home where people truly come first. About New Elmcroft Located in a quiet residential area between Brighton and Worthing, New Elmcroft is a bright, spacious, purpose-built care home that opened in 2008. The home provides high-quality nursing and residential care within a welcoming environment where residents are encouraged to live as independently and meaningfully as possible. Working closely with families, GPs and healthcare professionals, our dedicated team delivers compassionate, person-centred care that reflects our core values of Wellness, Happiness and Kindness. Why Join Shaw Healthcare? At Shaw Healthcare, we believe our people are our greatest asset. As the largest Employee Ownership Trust in the healthcare sector, 76% of our organisation is owned by our employees. This means our colleagues have a genuine voice in the business and share in its success. What We Offer • Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience • Employee Ownership Trust annual tax-free bonus (colleagues have received up to £2,800 to date) • 35 days annual leave • Tailored professional development and leadership programmes • 24/7 GP Online access through our healthcare app • Refer a Friend Scheme with rewards of up to £1,000 • Retail, leisure, holiday and travel discounts • The opportunity to lead a well-established, purpose-built care home with the support of an experienced senior leadership team About the Role As Home Manager, you'll have overall responsibility for the leadership, quality and performance of New Elmcroft, ensuring every resident receives outstanding person-centred care while creating a positive, supportive environment where colleagues can thrive. You'll be empowered to lead your team, build strong relationships with residents and families, and continuously drive quality across every aspect of the service. Your responsibilities will include: • Providing visible, authentic and inspiring leadership across the home. • Creating a culture where kindness, respect and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything you do. • Ensuring residents receive exceptional, person-centred nursing and care support. • Building strong partnerships with residents, families, GPs, local authorities and healthcare professionals. • Leading, motivating and developing a high-performing multidisciplinary team. • Managing occupancy, budgets and resources to ensure the continued success of the service. • Maintaining full compliance with CQC regulations, NMC guidance and all statutory requirements. • Promoting meaningful activities, independence and choice for every resident. • Driving quality improvement through strong clinical governance and effective performance management. About You We're looking for an experienced and compassionate leader who combines excellent operational skills with a genuine passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll have: • Registered Nurse qualification with a valid NMC Pin. • Previous experience successfully managing a care home or similar-sized service. • Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and develop others. • Experience managing budgets, occupancy and service performance. • Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations and person-centred care. • A caring, compassionate and values-led approach. • A commitment to delivering the quality of care you would expect for your own loved ones. Join an Organisation Where You Can Make an Impact This is more than a Home Manager role-it's an opportunity to lead a dedicated team, shape the future of a thriving service and build your career with one of the UK's most respected employee-owned healthcare providers. If you're ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue to provide the quality of care we would want for our own loved ones.
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Compliance Manager - Regulated Care Services
Vacancy Filler - Crawley, West Sussex
Competitive
PermanentFull time
Compliance Manager Location: West Sussex with frequent travel to services across the UK required Salary: £53,205.41 per annum + £350 per month car allowance Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent About the Role Shaw healthcare is looking for an experienced and proactive Compliance Manager to join our Compliance & Governance team. This is a key role within the organisation, responsible for planning, conducting and following up on rigorous compliance audits and inspections across Shaw healthcare services registered with CQC, CIW, the Care Inspectorate and Healthcare Improvement Scotland. Working closely with Service Managers, operational management teams and colleagues across Head Office, you will provide robust oversight of compliance, identify areas of risk and support services to achieve and maintain high standards of quality and care. You will play an important role in promoting continuous quality improvement, sharing good practice and ensuring that people who use our services receive safe, effective and high-quality care. Key Responsibilities As Compliance Manager, you will: Plan, organise and conduct compliance audits across Shaw healthcare's regulated services in line with an agreed audit programme. Maintain oversight of a caseload of regulated services, ensuring required audits are completed and records are accurate and up to date. Monitor levels of risk, assess incoming concerns and take appropriate action where required. Observe and report on the wellbeing of people using services, identifying areas of non-compliance and raising or responding to safeguarding concerns. Produce clear and comprehensive audit reports, communicating findings and setting appropriate actions and timescales for improvement. Follow up and monitor actions arising from audits, particularly in relation to services of concern. Work collaboratively with Service Managers and operational teams to support the achievement of required improvements. Liaise with key stakeholders and colleagues across the organisation regarding compliance, quality improvement and business development. Provide relevant professional advice, analysis and support within the organisation's Compliance & Governance framework. Contribute to organisational performance objectives, including both quantitative and qualitative measures. Ensure good practice is shared across the organisation and that areas of concern are appropriately communicated and escalated. Prepare correspondence, reports and other documentation relating to specific compliance issues. Maintain accurate records using Shaw's systems and processes. Contribute to the development and improvement of practice, ensuring robust and consistent quality standards and appropriate consideration of equality and diversity. Support the wider Compliance & Governance team with relevant administrative duties and activities. About You We are looking for a confident and experienced compliance professional who can operate independently while building effective relationships with colleagues at all levels. You will need to demonstrate: Experience of working within a compliance, quality assurance, audit, governance or regulatory environment. The ability to plan and undertake thorough audits and inspections. Strong analytical and report-writing skills, with the ability to identify risks and make clear recommendations for improvement. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload and competing priorities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively when required. The ability to build positive working relationships with operational teams, managers and other stakeholders. A strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulatory requirements, guidance and best practice. A commitment to safeguarding, quality improvement and the wellbeing of people using services. A high level of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality. A commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping knowledge and training up to date. Working Relationships You will report to the Head of Compliance and Governance and the Director of Compliance and Governance, working closely with the wider Compliance & Governance team. The role will also involve regular engagement with: Service Managers Operational management teams Shaw Head Office colleagues People who use our services and their carers External and regulatory stakeholders, where appropriate You will be expected to develop positive and effective working relationships, while providing professional and, where applicable, clinical advice and support during service inspections and audits. Professional Standards As a Compliance Manager, you will be expected to: Maintain the highest professional standards and strict confidentiality. Keep professional registration, training and development up to date where applicable. Maintain current knowledge of legislation, regulatory guidance, policies, procedures and best practice. Adhere to the Shaw healthcare Code of Conduct and relevant professional codes. Take responsibility for your own performance and professional development. Perform other duties relevant to the role as required. Why Join Shaw healthcare? This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference across a large portfolio of regulated healthcare services. You will have the opportunity to influence standards, support service improvement and work collaboratively with operational teams to deliver positive outcomes for people using our services. If you are an experienced compliance, quality or governance professional looking for a role where your expertise can directly contribute to quality and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you. At Shaw Healthcare, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're proud to be one of the UK's leading health and social care providers and the largest Employee Ownership Trust in the healthcare sector. With 76% of the company owned by our employees, our colleagues play a genuine role in shaping the future of our organisation and share in its success. What We Offer Employee Ownership Trust annual tax-free bonus (colleagues have received up to £2,850 to date) 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays - increasing by one day per year to a maximum of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays Tailored professional development programmes 24/7 GP Online access through our healthcare app Refer a Friend Scheme with rewards of up to £1,000 Retail, leisure, holiday and travel discounts The opportunity to lead a well-established service with the support of an experienced senior leadership team
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