Assistant Manager (Bexley)
ellenor - Bexley
£14,910.60 to £14,910.60 a year
On-sitePermanentPart time
Do you have great customer service, a friendly and approachable manner and retail experience? If so, we are looking for someone just like you! As an Assistant Manager, you’ll have a background experience in the retail environment. You will work alongside the Shop Manager to manage staff and volunteers, drive sales to achieve targets and assist in recruitment, training, cash management and managing volunteers. ellenor is a hospice charity in Gravesend providing palliative and end-of-life care within the local community. At ellenor, we value inclusivity and focus on providing high-quality services with compassion and care. We offer professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme (with the option for NHS Pension Scheme members to transfer their pension), an employee assistance program, discount schemes, a generous annual leave allowance, and much more. Key Responsibilities of the role include: • Collaborating with the Retail Cluster Manager and Head of Retail to run the shop • Ensure your team is delivering as per the strategic plan and in line with company policies and procedures • Monitor and evaluate the performance of the shop • Oversee retail property management matters, ensuring compliance and maintenance of property databases For informal enquiries please contact 01474 320007 Application deadline: 16 October 2026 UK Immigration: ellenor is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.
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Deputy Nursery Manager
Willing Care Recruitment Limited - Hounslow
from £33,500 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Deputy Nursery Manager – Level 3 Up to £33,500 per year | 40 Hours per Week Childhood should be full of opportunities to play, discover, experiment and experience something new. This nursery has built its approach around exactly that – providing child-centred care and education that helps children develop the skills and confidence they’ll need for all the adventures still to come. Learning is brought to life through play and meaningful experiences, giving children the freedom to follow their interests, develop independence and learn about the world around them in ways that feel natural and exciting. As Deputy Nursery Manager, you’ll help ensure this approach is reflected throughout the setting. Working alongside the Nursery Manager, you’ll provide strong day-to-day leadership, support the practitioner team and maintain consistently high standards across care, education and safeguarding. What You’ll Receive • Salary up to £33,500 • Discounted childcare • Annual leave increasing with service • Your birthday off • Funded training and development • Opportunities for career progression • Pension scheme Helping to Lead the Nursery • Work closely with the Nursery Manager to support the smooth day-to-day running of the setting • Provide visible and approachable leadership across the nursery • Support practitioners to deliver engaging, play-led learning experiences • Ensure children's individual interests, needs and stages of development influence everyday practice • Help create an environment where children can build confidence, independence and a positive attitude towards learning • Maintain high standards across safeguarding, health and safety and regulatory compliance • Support staff deployment and ensure appropriate ratios are maintained • Coach and develop practitioners, providing guidance and feedback when needed • Support observations, assessments and planning across the nursery • Build positive relationships with parents and families • Step up to lead the setting confidently when the Nursery Manager is absent All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities. Reference: WILL261611/SM
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Store Manager - Downham
St Christopher's Hospice - BR1 4PQ
from £27,186 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Do you have a passion for quality retailing, being part of your local community, and want to be a part of the sustainable fashion movement? If this sounds like you, come and join the trading team at St Christopher’s where you will be working in one of our 20+ high street stores across South East London. Job Title: Store Manager Salary: £27,186 Employment Terms: Permanent, 36 hours per week, Monday – Sunday based on a 7-day rota. Location: Downham You’ll be responsible for running one of our successful and fast-paced high street stores, overseeing all areas including stock, staff, and compliance. You’ll take accountability for the success of the store and will report into an Area Manager. You’ll be responsible for opening and closing, as well as all compliance matters including health and safety and cash handling. You’ll be managing all areas of our stock journey, from sorting, pricing, and displaying donations to making a sale. Expect a varied role where no two days are the same and you see items you’ve never seen before every day. You’ll be making sure all these steps are undertaken in the most effective possible way to meet the demands of the store. This is a management position and includes supervising Assistant Management and a team of extraordinary volunteers. They are all critical to success and it’ll be your job to create a welcoming environment for everyone while still getting the job done. Who are we Looking For? You’ll have excellent experience in a busy, hands-on environment where you are used to getting things done at pace You’ll have demonstrable experience in a supervisory or management position overseeing a team of people, including training and managing performance You’ll have experience in a customer facing environment where you’ve delivered great customer service throughout your working day You’ll have experience working to targets and KPI’s, making commercial decisions to meet them Retail experience is desirable but not essential You’ll have great people skills and the ability to lead and supervise paid and voluntary staff You should have the ability to problem solve and work under pressure while being self-motivated and driven Who are we? We are proud to offer world class palliative and end of life care to everyone who needs it, whenever or wherever that may be. We are also here for the people closest to you, as we often say, we’re more than just a hospice. We are proud of our community programmes that offer practical, emotional and spiritual support to over 7,500 people in the local area, most of whom we will help to continue living at home. Being part of the retail and trading arm of the Hospice means raising vital funds to support this mission. Please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below in order to register and apply for this vacancy. Closing Date: 18th October 2026 In the event we receive a high amount of applications, we reserve the right to close the job earlier than the initial closing date. St Christopher’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities and actively encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented groups. Reasonable adjustments are available at any stage of the recruitment process.
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Assistant Project Manager
City st georges - LONDON
Competitive
On-siteContractPart time
City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution. The combined university is now one of the largest higher education destinations for London students, combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, policy, law, creativity, communications, science and technology. Our students are at the heart of everything that we do, and we are committed to supporting them to pursue their career and personal ambitions. Our research is engaged, at the frontier of practice and has a positive impact on the world around us. Background We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to provide strategic and operational coordination for a Horizon Europe research project valued at €6 million. The project involves an international consortium of leading universities, research organisations, industry partners, and other stakeholders working together to address significant scientific and societal challenges. Responsibilities Working closely with the Principal Investigator, Work Package Leaders, and consortium partners, the assistant project manager will oversee project management, governance, reporting, and delivery, ensuring compliance with Horizon Europe requirements and supporting collaboration across the consortium. The role coordinates effective delivery across all work packages and partner organisations, monitoring progress against objectives, milestones, deliverables, and impact targets. The postholder maintains project plans, risk registers, and governance documentation, and ensures compliance with funding and contractual requirements. Acting as a key contact for partners, they facilitate communication, coordinate meetings and consortium events, and prepare agendas, minutes, and action logs. The postholder also oversees financial monitoring by tracking expenditure against budgets, supporting forecasting activities, coordinating financial reporting from project partners, and assisting with audits and reviews. In addition, the role coordinates the preparation and submission of reports and deliverables, monitors key deadlines, liaises with funding bodies and reviewers, and maintains accurate project documentation and records. Person Specification The successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree and have significant project management experience within higher education, research, innovation, or funded programmes. They will have a proven ability to manage complex multi-partner projects, support international collaborations, oversee budgets and reporting, and engage diverse stakeholders. Strong project planning, organisational, analytical, and communication skills are essential, along with knowledge of the research funding landscape, particularly Horizon Europe. The candidate will be proactive, collaborative, highly organised, and able to manage competing priorities effectively. Closing date for applications: 25 October 2026 at 11:59 pm For more information please refer to the job description. The selection process will involve an interview and an presentation. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage. City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development. City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors. We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background. City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. The University of business, practice and the professions
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Post Room Manager
ISS Facilities Services - London
On-siteContractFull time
Post Room Manager Contract: Government Location: London, EC2R 8AH Hours of work: 40 Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract - 6 months We are seeking a Post Room Manager to lead and oversee the safe, secure and efficient delivery of mailroom, porterage and associated logistics services across multiple client locations within a highly regulated and security-sensitive environment. Job Description The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all mail, parcels, confidential documents, cash, valuables and operational supplies are processed, tracked and delivered accurately while maintaining strict compliance with security, operational and client requirements. This role will also lead a multi-site operational team, manage stakeholder relationships, drive service improvements and ensure agreed performance standards are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of mailroom, courier, parcel and internal distribution services across multiple sites. Ensure all services are delivered in line with agreed service levels and operational requirements. Oversee porterage and logistics operations, ensuring safe and efficient handling of materials and supplies. Maintain compliance with all security procedures relating to confidential, classified and sensitive materials. Manage, develop and motivate a multi-site operational team, ensuring appropriate training and competency levels are maintained. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, suppliers and contractors. Drive operational improvements through process enhancements, technology adoption and service innovation. Monitor performance, budgets and operational costs, identifying efficiencies and value-for-money opportunities. Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications Skills & Experience Experience managing post room operations, distribution services, internal logistics or similar operational functions. Demonstrable understanding of information security, chain of custody procedures and secure document handling. Experience operating within highly regulated or security-sensitive environments. Strong experience using mail tracking, logistics management and reporting systems. Proven experience leading and developing operational teams. Experience implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiencies. Excellent stakeholder management, communication and customer service skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands. Security Requirements Due to the nature of this role, candidates must hold current SC Clearance or be willing to undergo SC Clearance, enhanced security screening, background checks and ongoing vetting requirements. The Company ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience. Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people. We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger, #aplacetobeyou, #facilitiesmanagement ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background. We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers. We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme. Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work. If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
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Assistant Restaurant Manager
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited - London
£48,000 to £55,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Assistant Restaurant Manager Our client is a vibrant Eastern Mediterranean-inspired restaurant group known for delicious flavours, warm hospitality, and a fast-paced, energetic atmosphere. They're looking for a hands-on, service-driven Assistant Manager who leads from the floor and sets the standard every shift. The Role As Assistant Manager, your mission is to protect and deliver exceptional service standards by leading from the front. This is not an office role. You will run a section every shift and be fully competent across all front-of-house positions including waiter, bartender and food runner. You are expected to master the basics first. They do not promote managers who cannot execute flawless service themselves. You will support the Restaurant Manager in driving performance, maintaining pace, motivating the team and ensuring every guest receives consistent, high-energy hospitality. What They're Looking For - A strong waiter first, with natural leadership ability - Confident running busy sections in high-volume service - Comfortable leading from the floor, not from the side - Sales-focused and commercially aware - Calm under pressure and decisive - Detail-driven and standards-oriented - Open to feedback and able to coach others - Professional, reliable and accountable - Flexible to work across their three Central London sites What You'll Be Responsible For - Running a section every shift - Leading service alongside the Restaurant Manager - Supporting training and coaching of the team - Driving upselling and revenue - Managing guest feedback and service recovery - Maintaining energy, pace and consistency - Ensuring their standards are delivered with no shortcuts What They Offer - £48,000-£55,000 package including Tronc - Full-time hours, average 48 hours per week - A structured, high-performance environment - Clear standards and expectations - Opportunities to grow with new openings - A workplace built on accountability, integrity and effort - Work life balance - Meals on Duty - Staff discount across all sites - Employee Wellbeing Programme Why Join Our Client? You will be part of a disciplined, high-energy team where standards matter and performance is recognised. If you believe great managers are built from mastering service fundamentals and leading from the floor, they offer the platform to grow and earn well doing it. Ready to join the team? Click “Apply” to complete your application.
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Pub General Manager
Hospitality & Catering Solutions
£40,000 to £40,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Title: Pub General Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced General Manager to take the lead at an established London pub with plenty of personality and further potential. Part of a small independent operation, this is a hands-on role ideally suited to a confident operator who enjoys being at the heart of the business and knows how to build a strong local following. The venue is predominantly wet-led, with an established customer base and additional opportunities to grow revenue through local marketing, events and private hire. The successful General Manager will have the freedom to bring ideas to the business while ensuring the day-to-day operation runs to an excellent standard. General Manager Benefits: • £40,000 to £45,000 per annum + tronc • Established, predominantly wet-led operation • Sensible closing times — 11pm • Opportunity to develop events and private hire • Scope to implement new ideas and drive additional revenue • Independent environment with genuine autonomy • Pension scheme General Manager Requirements: • Experienced General Manager from a quality pub, bar or similar operation • Engaging, hands-on leader who is comfortable running the business from the floor • Commercially aware with a proactive approach to marketing and driving sales • Strong understanding of EHO, health & safety and operational compliance • Events or private hire experience would be advantageous • Confident developing a team and maintaining consistently high standards
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Ofsted Registered Manager
AA Euro Recruitment UK
£65,000 to £70,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
egistered Manager – Children's Residential Home (EBD) Location: Hither Green, South East London Salary: £70,000 per annum â° Hours: Monday to Friday | 9:00am – 5:00pm Lead the opening of a brand-new Children's Home and make a lasting difference. Are you an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager looking for the opportunity to build a children's home from the ground up? We are seeking a passionate and driven Registered Manager to lead the launch of a brand-new Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) Children's Residential Home in Hither Green, South East London. This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture, recruit your own team, and create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive. If you're passionate about delivering outstanding care and achieving excellent outcomes for children and young people, we'd love to hear from you. What We Offer • £70,000 annual salary • £1,000 bonus upon successful Ofsted registration* • £5,000 bonus when the home reaches full occupancy* • Monday to Friday working pattern (9:00am – 5:00pm) • The opportunity to establish and lead a brand-new service • Ongoing support from an experienced senior leadership team • Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing organisation Key Responsibilities • Register with Ofsted as the Registered Manager for the home. • Lead the successful opening and day-to-day management of the service. • Recruit, develop and inspire a high-performing care team. • Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Regulations. • Create a therapeutic, child-centred environment that promotes positive outcomes. • Develop strong relationships with local authorities, professionals, families and external agencies. • Monitor quality, compliance and safeguarding to achieve outstanding standards. About You We're looking for someone who has: • Previous experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager within a Children's Residential Home. • A proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted inspections. • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete if required). • Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. • A thorough understanding of safeguarding legislation and children's residential care regulations. • The passion and resilience to lead a new service from registration through to full occupancy. Apply Today If you're ready to take the next step in your career and play a pivotal role in launching an exceptional children's home, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion to learn more about this exciting opportunity. *Bonus payments are subject to successful completion of agreed milestones and company terms.
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Pathways and Employability Manager
NFP People Limited - West London
£36,421 to £36,421 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Pathways and Employability Manager We are seeking an inspiring Pathways and Employability Manager to help young people build confidence, overcome barriers and take positive steps towards their future. Position: Pathways and Employability Manager Location: White City, West London Salary: £36,421 per annum Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, including evenings and weekends Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the vacancy will close once an appointment is made About the Role This is a rewarding opportunity to design and lead an engaging year-round pathways and employability programme for young people aged 11 to 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs. You will work directly with young people, helping them identify their strengths, explore their aspirations and access meaningful education, training, employment opportunities and life goals. You will spend at least 50% of your time will be spent delivering sessions, mentoring young people and encouraging their participation. The rest of the time, you'll be opening doors building relationships with schools, colleges, community organisations and, alongside our Corporate Partnerships Manager. Key responsibilities include: - Designing and delivering workshops, projects and activities that develop employability and transferable skills - Providing one-to-one mentoring and targeted support - Helping young people overcome barriers and access appropriate progression routes - Building partnerships with schools, colleges, community organisations, employers and corporate partners - Developing inclusive programmes shaped by the needs and interests of young people - Line managing a part-time employability youth worker and overseeing volunteers - Monitoring participation, progression and programme outcomes - Producing reports, case studies and impact information - Acting as a senior safeguarding practitioner, with training provided About You You will have experience delivering activities, programmes or workshops to young people aged 13 to 19, along with experience of employability, careers or progression-focused work. You will also bring: - The ability to build trusted relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds - An understanding of the barriers young people may face - Confidence facilitating both small and large groups - Experience building relationships with external partners and stakeholders - Excellent communication, organisation and administrative skills - Strong IT skills and confidence using monitoring and reporting systems - A proactive, flexible approach and a strong commitment to safeguarding Experience working with employers or corporate partners and knowledge of local education, employment and training pathways would be advantageous. About the Organisation You will join a vibrant youth charity providing a safe, welcoming and inspiring space for young people across West London. Open seven days a week outside school hours, the organisation offers sports, arts, wellbeing support and employability programmes designed to help young people discover their potential. Benefits include 33 days' annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, enhanced maternity & paternity leave, Birthday leave, free gym access, a workplace pension and training and development opportunities. This position requires regular evening and weekend work and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Employability Programme Manager, Careers and Progression Manager, Youth Employability Manager, Skills and Pathways Manager, Youth Programme Manager, Careers Adviser or Employment and Training Manager. #INDNFP PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Finance / Accounts Manager
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited - Barking
£35,000 to £40,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Finance / Accounts Manager (Construction and CIS) Our client is a growing construction business seeking an organised and proactive Accounts Manager to oversee day to day financial operations and general administration. The role suits someone confident managing CIS, supplier payments, invoicing, and supporting directors with smooth office administration. Key Responsibilities: - Manage purchase ledger, sales ledger, bank reconciliations, and monthly financial reporting. - Oversee CIS compliance, including verifying subcontractors, processing CIS deductions, and preparing monthly returns. - Handle invoicing, credit control, payment runs, and cashflow tracking. - Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients on financial queries. - Manage and process weekly payroll. - Provide general office administration, document control, and support to directors. What They're Looking For: - Experience in construction industry accounting (CIS essential). - Strong knowledge of UK bookkeeping and financial controls. - Confident using accounting software (Xero / Sage / Evolution). - Highly organised, accurate, and able to manage multiple deadlines. - Professional communication skills and a proactive approach. Benefits: - Salary up to £40,000. - Stable, long term role within a growing construction company. - Opportunity to shape and improve financial processes. Location: - Harlow, Essex with ~6-month handover period based in Barking IG11.
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