Senior Agile Delivery Manager
DWP Digital - Manchester, Greater Manchester
£57,946 to £77,895 a year
PermanentFull time
Pay up to £77,895, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. Join DWP Digital as a Senior Agile Delivery Manager and play a leading role in transformation that impacts millions of citizens across the UK. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn each year, supporting millions of people across the country. Working in Working Age Services, Data & Analytics or Later Life, you'll lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver user-centred digital products and services that underpin some of the UK's most important public services. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. Delivering with People. You'll be responsible for leading digital delivery in complex environments, ensuring effective planning, governance, risk management and coordination across multiple teams and dependencies. You'll build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels, aligning priorities and driving informed decision-making. You'll foster inclusive, high-performing teams by removing barriers, encouraging continuous improvement and developing agile delivery capability across the organisation. Through periods of change and ambiguity, you'll help teams adapt, deliver value and achieve sustainable outcomes. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Demonstrable experience of: Maintaining Delivery Momentum: Ability to create an effective delivery ecosystem to ensure the successful delivery of digital projects, products and services using an agile approach. Agile and Lean Practices: Coach and lead teams in agile and lean good practices. Create and tailor the right approach for a team. Act as a recognised expert and advocate for agile and lean approaches Build High-Performing Teams: Develop and sustain high-performing teams with strong interpersonal relationships. Resolve conflicts constructively, create psychological safety and champion diversity and inclusion. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Communicate ethically and transparently, regularly demonstrating progress and managing expectations effectively. Continuous Learning and Development: Drive a culture of continuous learning and upskilling within the team(s). Take responsibility for your own professional development and understand and develop the skills and capabilities of the individuals in the team. Developing a World-Class Practice. Our Agile Delivery practice is thriving with over 200 members. We lead a cross-government community which meets once a month to share ideas and discuss emerging trends. New joiners and long-time members of our community love how much support is available, and the degree of collaboration in DWP. We want you to be at your best. You'll have open access to experts from across our community and across DWP Digital, for coaching, mentoring, certifications, book budgets and lots more. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle Upon Tyne and Sheffield. whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £77,895. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
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Lead Data Governance Manager
DWP Digital - Manchester, Greater Manchester
£75,026 to £75,026 a year
PermanentFull time
Pay of £75,026, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. We are hiring a Lead Data Governance Manager to join the Chief Data Office Leadership Team. At DWP Digital, we're transforming into a truly data-driven organisation. Data is at the heart of everything we do, informing policy, improving services and helping deliver better outcomes for millions of citizens. As a Lead Data Governance Manager, you'll lead the evolution of data governance across DWP, influencing senior leaders, driving the adoption of governance practices and delivering products and services that enable data to be used ethically, securely and effectively. You'll work at the heart of our Data Strategy, helping to build trust and confidence in the data that underpins critical services used by people across the UK. The scale of our challenge is extraordinary. The opportunity to shape the future of data governance at this scale is unique. If you're passionate about leadership, innovation and unlocking the value of data to improve lives, we'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience of establishing, implementing and leading data governance frameworks, policies, standards and controls within a large and complex organisation, driving adoption and embedding effective governance practices that deliver organisational outcomes. A strong understanding of balancing the value of data as a strategic asset with legal, ethical, security and privacy considerations, providing advice and guidance that enables data to be used responsibly and effectively. A proven ability to identify and manage strategic risks and complex issues, balancing competing priorities and stakeholder needs to deliver practical, sustainable solutions. A proven record of developing and delivering strategic change, translating organisational objectives into effective products, services, governance frameworks or operating practices that deliver measurable business outcomes. Demonstrable success in leading people and delivery in a changing organisational landscape, maintaining focus and momentum through periods of uncertainty. Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders and build effective partnerships across organisational boundaries, using clear and persuasive communication to establish common purpose, secure commitment and overcome barriers to delivery. You and Your Role You will be a senior leader within DWP's Chief Data Office (CDO), helping to shape how one of the UK's largest and most complex organisations governs and uses data. You'll lead the development and delivery of governance products, services, policies and frameworks that enable data to be used ethically, legally and effectively, while building trust in data as a strategic asset. Working with senior leaders across DWP and wider government, you'll influence decision-making, champion a strong data culture and drive the adoption of effective governance practices. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee the continuous improvement of governance services and help ensure data delivers maximum value for the department and the citizens we serve. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of £75,026. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.
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School Caretaker/Site Manager
Teem Recruitment LTD - Tyldesley
On-siteTemporaryPart time
About the Role We are seeking a dependable, proactive and practical School Caretaker / Site Manager to provide short-term sickness cover at a busy school in Tyldesley. This is an important role supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the school and helping to ensure the premises remain safe, secure, clean, welcoming and fully operational for pupils, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will be practical, organised and confident working independently. You will take pride in maintaining high standards across the school site, responding promptly to issues and supporting the wider school team. Key Responsibilities • Manage the daily upkeep, maintenance and security of the school site, including opening and locking up the premises. • Carry out minor repairs, maintenance and general DIY duties. • Ensure the school premises are maintained in a clean, safe and operational condition. • Assist with setting up rooms and preparing the site for school events and activities. • Support the school's health and safety and compliance procedures. • Maintain awareness of fire safety, Legionella and asbestos procedures. • Identify and report maintenance, health and safety or security concerns promptly. • Monitor the condition of the school site and take appropriate action where required. • Help ensure the premises and surrounding areas are maintained to a high standard. • Respond proactively to issues that may affect the safety, security or smooth running of the school. • Work positively with school staff, contractors and visitors as required.
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Reprographics Manager - Maternity Cover
eTeach UK Limited - Stockport, Greater Manchester
NJC Scale 3 Pt 5-6 pro rata
On-sitePermanentFull time
Helix Academies TrustExecutive Headteacher – Mr Joe BarkerHelix Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.Job Role Reprographics Manager - Maternity Cover Location Marple Hall School Hours - 37 hours per week, term time + 4 weeks (to be negotiated) Contract Type - Temporary – Maternity CoverSalary - NJC Scale 3 Pt 5-6 £26,427-£26,847 (Actual £24,631-£25,022)Date Posted - 30th September 2026Date Expires - 9am Friday 16th October 2026Start Date - 4th January 2027An exciting opportunity has arisen for a creative and visual person to provide a comprehensive and efficient reprographics service to the school. The successful candidate will be organised, computer literate, have excellent interpersonal skills and preferably have experience of working in an education environment.We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date(Please do not submit a C.V. as this will be disregarded)The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service check.Marple Hall School is part of the Helix Academies Trust, and the successful candidate will be employed by the Helix Academies TrustWant to learn more about what it is like to work for us? Read our recruitment page and watch our staff values film
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School Caretaker/Site Manager
Teem Recruitment LTD - M11 1PE
On-siteTemporaryFull time
About the Role We are looking for a dependable, proactive and practical School Caretaker / Site Manager to support the smooth day-to-day operation of a busy school in Openshaw. This is a key role within the school, helping to maintain a safe, secure, clean and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will be practical, organised and able to work independently, while also contributing positively as part of the wider school team. You will take pride in maintaining high standards across the site and ensuring that the school premises remain safe, secure and fully operational. Key Responsibilities • Manage the daily upkeep, maintenance and security of the school site, including opening up the school. • Maintain accurate records relating to maintenance, compliance, health and safety, and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) checks. • Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance duties. • Undertake basic DIY tasks; experience in painting and decorating would be advantageous. • Ensure the school premises remain clean, safe and fully operational. • Liaise with contractors and oversee works carried out on site. • Assist with setting up rooms and supporting site logistics for school events and activities. • Support the school's compliance procedures, including asbestos awareness and site safety monitoring. • Identify and report any maintenance, health and safety, or security issues promptly. • Help ensure the school site is maintained to a high standard at all times. • Respond proactively to any issues that may affect the safety, security or smooth operation of the school.
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School Caretaker/Site Manager
Teem Recruitment LTD - Warrington
On-siteTemporaryFull time
About the Role We are looking for a dependable, proactive and practical School Caretaker / Site Manager to support the smooth day-to-day operation of a busy school in Warrington. This is a key role within the school, helping to maintain a safe, secure, clean and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will be practical, organised and able to work independently, while also contributing positively as part of the wider school team. You will take pride in maintaining high standards across the site and ensuring the school premises remain safe, secure and fully operational. Key Responsibilities • Manage the daily upkeep, maintenance and security of the school site. • Maintain accurate records relating to maintenance, compliance, health and safety, and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) checks. • Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance duties. • Undertake basic DIY tasks; experience in painting and decorating would be advantageous. • Ensure the school premises remain clean, safe and fully operational. • Liaise with contractors and oversee works carried out on site. • Assist with setting up rooms and supporting site logistics for school events and activities. • Support the school's compliance procedures, including asbestos awareness and site safety monitoring. • Identify and report any maintenance, health and safety or security issues promptly.
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Road Freight Account Manager
Fresh Perspective Resourcing - Stockport
from £35,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Are you a driven sales professional with experience in road freight? Looking for a role where you can really make an impact, grow accounts, and win new business? Well you’re in luck as we’re working with a well-established logistics business who are looking for a Road Freight Account Manager to join their growing team! This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of key client relationships, nurture long-term partnerships, and proactively drive new business growth So if you’re ready to drive real growth in a fast-moving freight environment, this Road Freight Account Manager role could be right up your street! As a Road Freight Account Manager, your roles and responsibilities will include…. Owning a portfolio of client accounts and monitoring client freight needs Upselling services and solutions to drive volume Conducting regular reviews to identify opportunities, address issues and ensure satisfaction Identifying and qualifying new business through cold-calling, email, networking & CRM tools Creating tailored proposals and quotes for prospective clients Developing strategic account plans, set sales targets, and forecast performance Tracking progress against KPIs; reporting on pipeline, revenue, and client health
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Children's Registered Home Manager
Purosearch
£50,000 to £54,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Children's Home Registered Manager Salary: Up to £54,000 + up to £12,000 KPI bonus Location: Manchester, M1 Home Size: 5 Bed EBD (3 placements with a 4th on way) Salary & Benefits • Salary up to £54,000 • Performance-related KPI bonus of up to £12,000 per annum • Established and stable 5-bed EBD home, 3 placements currently settled • Strong, supportive and established staff team • Well-performing service with an existing Good Ofsted rating • Opportunity to lead and further develop an established home • Reputable organisation with over 30 years' sector experience What We're Looking For • Proven experience as a Registered Manager, or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to progress • Strong track record of positive Ofsted outcomes • Confident leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop teams • Thorough understanding of safeguarding and the Children's Homes Regulations • Strong knowledge of care planning, risk management and regulatory compliance • Ability to build positive relationships with young people, staff and external professionals • Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for young people Key Roles & Responsibilities • Lead and manage the home in line with Ofsted standards and Children's Homes Regulations • Maintain and further enhance the home's current Good Ofsted rating • Provide consistent and effective leadership to the established staff team • Ensure high standards of care planning, safeguarding and risk management • Promote positive outcomes for young people across education, wellbeing and personal development • Oversee compliance, internal audits and all regulatory requirements • Support, supervise and develop staff through regular supervision and performance management • Maintain a safe, nurturing and child-centred environment • Build and maintain strong partnerships with social workers, local authorities and other external stakeholders • Drive continuous improvement across the service and ensure high standards of care are maintained To apply for this role, please contact Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV for immediate consideration to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com.
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Children's Registered Home Manager
Purosearch
£45,000 to £55,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Children's Home Registered Manager Salary: £45,000–£55,000 + additional bonus structure Location: North Manchester Home Size: NEW 2–4 Bed EBD Salary & Benefits • £45,000–£55,000 salary • Additional bonus structure in place • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays • Private medical cover • Free meals on shift • Enhanced pension scheme • In-house training and professional development • Clear opportunities for career progression • Monday to Friday working pattern • Expected on-call support when required What We're Looking For • Previous experience as a Registered Manager within children's residential care • Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements, Children's Homes Regulations and safeguarding • Experience working with children and young people with EBD and complex needs • Confident leadership skills with the ability to recruit, motivate and develop a staff team • Strong understanding of care planning, risk management and safeguarding • Ability to maintain high standards of compliance and quality • Strong communication, organisation and decision-making skills • Child-centred approach with a commitment to achieving positive outcomes • Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management for Children's Residential Care, or willingness to work towards it • Flexibility to provide on-call support when required Key Roles & Responsibilities • Lead the registration, opening and day-to-day management of the new 2–4 bed EBD home • Ensure the service operates in line with Ofsted requirements, Children's Homes Regulations and safeguarding standards • Recruit, lead, supervise and develop a high-performing staff team • Establish a safe, nurturing and child-centred environment for young people • Oversee care planning, risk assessments, safeguarding and behaviour support • Ensure young people's individual needs, wishes and outcomes remain central to the service • Manage staffing, rotas, resources and the day-to-day running of the home • Maintain accurate records and ensure all regulatory and compliance requirements are met • Prepare the service for Ofsted inspection and drive continuous improvement • Build positive relationships with local authorities, social workers, families and other professionals • Monitor staff performance and promote a strong culture of safeguarding and professional practice • Support positive outcomes for young people across wellbeing, education, independence and personal development • Participate in the on-call rota when required To apply for this role, please contact Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV for immediate consideration to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com.
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Retail Store Manager - WILMSLOW
JG Foods t/a Grape Tree Limited - Wilmslow
On-sitePermanentFull time
RETAIL STORE MANAGER WILMSLOW – 35 HOURS PER WEEK Established in 2012 Grape Tree currently has 210 stores in the UK We are looking to recruit an ambitious, confident and enthusiastic Retail Store Manager who can represent our Company in our WILMSLOW store. You will be reporting to the Retail Operations Manager and typically your duties will include: ROLE: You will provide fast, efficient, pleasant and unrivalled customer service. As a Retail Store Manager of Grape Tree, you need to ensure that the store is well stocked, clean and tidy and that customers leave the store with a lasting image to ensure they keep returning. RESPONSIBILITIES: a) Strong understanding of stock control ie ordering goods, dealing with deliveries and banking monies b) You must be a hands on manager c) Operate the till in accordance with the company instructions d) Provide highest possible standard of customer service. e) Ensure that the shelves are well filled/stocked and faced up at all times. f) Ensure correct pricing of products and stock rotation including the removal from sale of any goods exceeding the ``use by`` date and advise management of any ``Best before`` issues. g) Ensure the maintenance of high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and safety throughout the store. h) Observe company rules at all times and report any breach of company rules witnessed. i) Ensuring all staff fully co-operate to ensure the smooth running of the store. ESSENTIAL SKILLS / EXPERIENCE: a) Ability to provide excellent customer service, ideally with experience in food retail. b) Good cash handling skills. c) Excellent staff supervision and organisational skills d) Organised & practically minded, be able to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in e) You may have experience of the following: Retail Store Supervisor/Manager, Food Retail, Supermarket, Customer Service, Convenience Store, etc. The store trades Monday to Sunday and it is essential that the successful candidate is flexible to work within these hours We are looking for someone with flair and ideas, who enjoys sales and promotions, hitting and exceeding targets If you have all of the skills stated above for the role of Retail Store Manager and feel the need for a fresh challenge, email your CV today
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