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Repairs SchedulerLocation:
Blackpool Salary:
£25,000 - £26,500 per year Job Type:
Permanent, Full-Time Working Hours:
Monday to Friday
About Us: We are a dedicated housing association committed to providing quality homes and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a highly organised and proactive Repairs Scheduler to join our team in Blackpool.
Key Responsibilities:

• Schedule and coordinate repair and maintenance work for our housing properties.
• Liaise with tenants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure timely and efficient service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of all scheduled repairs and completed work.
• Monitor and prioritise repair requests to meet service level agreements.
• Provide excellent customer service and handle any queries or complaints professionally.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a scheduling or coordination role, preferably within the housing or construction sector.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in using scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of QL is desirable.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £25,000 - £26,500 per year.
• Permanent, full-time position with stable working hours (Monday to Friday).
• Opportunity to work with a supportive and dynamic team.
• Career development and training opportunities.

How to Apply:
If you are ready to take on this exciting role and make a difference in our community, please submit your CV as soon as possible.Start Date:
ASAPJoin us and be part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and excellence in service delivery!

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Your new company
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking logistics company based in Burnley, where innovation and excellence are at the heart of everything they do. They are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.


Your new role
As a Management Accountant, you will play a crucial role in their finance team. Your responsibilities will include preparing and calculating month-end journals, including prepayments, accruals, and deferred income. You will be responsible for the preparation of Management Accounts for several limited companies within the Group, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the Profit & Loss packs and balance sheet reconciliations. Your role will also involve capitalising assets, running depreciation, and managing extensive intercompany transactions and reconciliations. Additionally, you will assist with the Group VAT return and payment process and support the Head of Finance with various ad hoc projects. This role is office based, with an early Friday finish of 2:30pm.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you should be part or fully qualified ACCA/CIMA or QBE, with AAT qualification as a minimum. You must have strong organisational skills, the ability to prioritise workload, and work to deadlines. A high level of attention to detail and strong analytical skills are essential, along with proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office. Experience using Sage Line 50 is preferred. You should have at least five years of experience working in accounts, with a minimum of three years producing Management Accounts.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary up to £45,000, dependent on experience. You will work in a full-time, permanent position, 37.5 hours Monday to Friday. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and professional environment, where your contributions will be valued, and your skills will be nurtured.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Your new company
Your new company is a globally recognised retailer with a real passion for their people. A leading global retailer with a with a true global presence, operating in over 25 countries. Due to a number of recent acquisitions across Europe they're now needing to strengthen their finance function with a Senior Management Accountant
Your new role
In your new role as Management Accountant you'll take ownership of the production of the monthly management accounts whilst also producing regular reports to senior stakeholders across the group. You will lead weekly and month management meetings to create robust action plans. You will assist with the annual budgeting process by providing insights on trends. You will review the sites' performance in order to improve performance and undertake benchmarking exercise at margin and Topex level.
What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this highly progressive role and company you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified and have experience working within large complex organisation. You'll be a passionate ambitious individual that can influence others. Previous experience operating within a commercial role is essential. You'll be able to demonstrate clear examples where you'll improved processes, maximised margins, identified trends all to improve not only the finance function but overall business performance.
What you'll get in return
You will join one of the most respected businesses in the North of England. You'll join a business who can offer real career progression opportunities both here in the UK and Worldwide. You will receive a salary of circa £55,000 plus bonus and benefits. If your ambitious and looking for a business where their ambitions match those of your own, then this is the business for you!

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Are you seeking a new challenge where you can make a difference to the lives of young people?

If so please read on as we may have the role for you. As a Project Worker you will be working for an established provider of housing support and resettlement within a service for young people aged 16-24.

The role:

• Permanent over 37.5 hours per week working on a rota basis including early, late and weekend shifts
• Act as a Key worker to a case load of young people working in line with their support plans to help them engage in and promote their independent living skills
• Offer support, guidance which will help them access education, employment and other services.
• Work proactively to engage them in activities, facilitating group and 1-1 sessions.

The ideal candidate:

• You will be passionate about wanting to support young people and have the flexibility to commit to shifts on a rota basis.
• Your energy, creativity and positive 'can do' attitude will be key, as will your ability to work confidently with the young people to help them create their own confidence.
• You will have experience of working with young people and with those with a mental health issue, or learning disability and autism and have an understanding of those who may have experienced trauma.
• This role is ideal for those who want to be part of a great team and share your skills and knowledge.

The good bit and benefits:

• EAP programme, with health care plan
• 28 days annual leave plus birthdays
• Counselling services and ongoing support
• Excellent training and induction plan

Interested ? Meet the criteria? If so please apply now!

#PREJP

Exciting new opportunities for Project Workers!

Permanent roles, 37 hours per week, East Lancashire area.

Are you seeking a new opportunity as a Project Worker to offer and provide support to vulnerable adults in the community? Do you have strong values and work in a person-centred way?

If so we want to hear from you! Working for an established organisation, and innovative community project who provide support to people with learning disability and mental health issues.

The role:

• To work with and support adults with learning disability, mental health issues and other additional needs.
• Lone working, you will be offering daily support to help promote independent living to adults who may present with behaviours that challenge.
• Support with dally activities which may include walking, football, music, fun days out and more!
• Build positive and professional relationships with the people being supported.

The good bit:

• Training and scope for career development
• Perk Box with various incentives
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement that rises after a qualifying period
• Suggestion box and EAP schemes
• Flexible approach to work
• Competitive salary ( unqualified and qualified salary brackets plus £60 per sleep in)

The ideal candidate:

• Ideally you will have some knowledge/experience of supporting people with a learning disability/mental health issue although not essential.
• Level 2 in Health and Social Care is preferable but training also provided
• Hold strong core values and display a positive and 'can-do attitude
• Be committed to wanting to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable people
• Be able to work flexibly for shifts that will include days, evenings and alternate weekends plus sleep ins.
• Ideally car drivers with access to your own vehicles.

Apply now!
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Head of IT Service Management Preston(Warton)Hybrid working £75k-£85k+ Excellent Benefits

My client are a multinational aerospace, defence and information security company.

What you'll be doing:

• Define and implement a comprehensive IT service management strategy aligned with business goals
• Lead and manage a team of service management professionals, including service desk, incident, problem, service design, and transition specialists
• Oversee service operations, ensuring efficient incident and problem resolution, high service availability, and user satisfaction
• Select, implement, and manage IT service management tools to optimise processes and workflows
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the maturity and effectiveness of service management practices
• Establish and maintain service level agreements (SLAs) with internal and external stakeholders
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations on service management best practices to product teams as they design, build, and implement new or updated products to the IT environment

Your skills and experiences:

• Proven experience in IT service management, ideally with a recognised certification (ITIL, ITSM, SIAM)
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging technologies in IT service management
• Strategic thinking: Aligning IT service management with business goals
• Leadership: Building and motivating a high-performing service management team
• IT Service Management (ITSM) and Service Integration and Management (SIAM) knowledge
• Deep understanding of frameworks like ITIL and ITSM best practices
• IT and business stakeholders engagement and management

For an immediate interview please send your cv to Peter Bibby on the email address below...

Your new company
This small family run surveying business, based in Preston, is currently looking to expand and welcome a Business Administrator to join the team. They have been established for a number of years, and are seeking a Business Administrator to contribute to the daily functioning of the business. This will be on a full or part-time, permanent basis and there is an opportunity for flexible working hours and days dependent on the candidate and business needs.
Your new role

• Managing and organising an inbox, ensuring emails are distributed and actioned according.
• Updating and maintaining the company database and client information.
• Assisting will all aspects of administration to ensure a smooth running of the business.
• Diary management, organising files and taking general queries via email and phone.
• Processing invoices using Xero.
• Ensuring files and compliance is maintained.
• Utilising excellent communication, both written and verbal.

What you'll need to succeed

• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Previous experience working within administration is essential.
• Ability to commute to Preston one day per week.
• Working off your own initiative.
• Proficient with Microsoft Packages and inhouse systems.
• An understanding of Xero and previous experience of bookkeeping would be desirable but not essential.

What you'll get in return

• £26,000 or pro rata depending on hours agreed.
• Full training and support throughout the induction period.
• Hybrid working with one day in the office per week.
• Between 20-40 hours per week, depending on the successful candidate.
• Opportunity to join a small expanding business.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Senior Digital Project Manager

Pay up to £66,058, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.

DWP. Digital with Purpose.

We are looking for a Senior Digital Project Manager to join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital.

We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives.

DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work, and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people.

The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us.

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need?

• Experience in taking full responsibility for the definition, documentation and successful completion of a number of large-scale complex projects, utilising both internal and external suppliers.
• Demonstratable skills in effective project control, change control, risk management, ensuring testing processes are maintained, using data to respond appropriately and develop solutions.
• Experience of managing complex external dependencies that have required significant planning and prioritising in order to ensure pace and quality of delivery is maintained
• Concise communication with the team and stakeholders. Explaining complex issues in a way that is easy to understand and influencing Senior level decision making.
• Experience in identifying appropriate development for both themselves and their team to improve the delivery.

You and your role

As a Senior Digital Project Manager, you will be working on a number of complex end-to-end digital transformation projects, ensuring project control, risk identification & management, project reporting and stakeholder engagement. As a senior member of the team, you will be lending your extensive experience and skills to guide, support and coach a team of project managers.

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 up to £66,058

Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £19,000 per year.

Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days and increasing by one day after 5 years, and up to 31 day after 10 years.

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:

• An award-winning environment and culture: Employer of the Year 2023 (Women In IT Awards), Founders Award for Outstanding Digital Leadership 2023 (Digital 100)
• 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.

Process:

We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages:

1. Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through.
2. Interview: a single stage interview online.

CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.

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Your new company
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking finance team based in Blackburn. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

Your new role
As a Management Accountant, you will be an integral part of the finance team. Your responsibilities will include producing monthly management accounts, assisting in year-end audits, and supporting various project work. You will report directly to the Finance Manager and collaborate with senior finance partners and accountants. This role is perfect for a part qualified accountant looking to advance their career in a supportive and challenging environment.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need to be a qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or a part-qualified accountant with relevant experience. You should have excellent attention to detail, strong organisational and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The ability to adapt to changing priorities and a willingness to learn are also essential. Being a team player is crucial for this role.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000 depending on experience, along with a discretionary bonus scheme. Additional benefits include a performance-based bonus scheme, employee life assurance, discounts at various stores and restaurants, and access to health and wellbeing support. You will also have opportunities for learning and development, flexible working arrangements, and various other perks such as free secure car parking, dress-down Fridays, and more.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Your new company
Join the fast-paced Financial Planning and Accounting team of a public-sector organisation as they go through continued growth. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds to contribute to their ongoing growth and development.

Your new role
As a Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with the senior stakeholders, providing influential financial insights to support operational and tactical decision-making. You will be a key member of the Leadership Team, ensuring that financial considerations are integrated into all strategic decisions. Your responsibilities will include appraising business cases, ensuring adherence to financial regulations, and presenting financial plans and performance analyses. You will also support monthly management accounts, annual budgets, and quarterly forecasting processes, while managing and developing an Associate Finance Business Partner.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need a strong track record in management reporting and financial analysis, with experience in complex, multidisciplinary environments. You should be a fully qualified member of a professional accounting body (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) and possess excellent communication skills to influence and challenge senior managers. Proficiency in financial information systems, advanced spreadsheet and data analysis skills, and the ability to manage and mentor staff are essential.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary up to £57K, and a benefits package which includes 30 days of holiday plus additional time off at Christmas and a generous pension scheme. You will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing time between the office and remote work. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on the organisation, contributing to its financial stability and strategic growth. Additionally, you will benefit from ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work in a sector that is both challenging and rewarding.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Job Title: Procurement Officer (LC6)
Location: Preston
Salary:

• CIPS Level 5: £16.22 - £18.41 per hour
• CIPS Level 6: £18.41 - £20.63 per hour

Job Category: Financial

Description:
Service Care Solutions is assisting a police force in Lancashire with the recruitment of a skilled Procurement Officer. We are looking for candidates who are part or fully qualified in Level 5 or Level 6 of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). The role involves managing procurement processes, tendering, and contract negotiations within public sector frameworks.

Requirements:

• CIPS Level 5 or Level 6 qualification
• Experience in public sector procurement
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and contract management
• NPPV3 Vetting required

Responsibilities Include:

• Undertaking procurement projects in line with public contract regulations
• Managing high-value tenders and contracts
• Providing procurement advice to senior managers
• Ensuring compliance with procurement laws and achieving value for money

To apply or for more information, contact:
Lewis Ashcroft
Email: Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk OR call 01772 208962

Are you a motivated and people-focused graduate looking to start your career in a fast-paced commercial role? This is an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Trainee to join a leading supplier of industrial products in Rawtenstall. You will work closely with experienced sales professionals, gain hands-on experience, and play a key role in driving business growth.

The business you'll be joining is part of an impressive nationwide group who already employ over 1,700 people across the UK and have an annual turnover exceeding £1 billion. The Rawtenstall team deliver excellent customer service and product solutions for construction and engineering industries.

Role Responsibilities

As a Graduate Sales & Business Trainee, you will embark on a comprehensive training program that will equip you with all the knowledge, tools and skills needed to thrive in a successful sales career. You will:

• Learn about key areas of the business, market and the company's product range
• Be mentored by a dynamic, motivated and successful manager
• Work in a fast-paced and hands-on business environment
• Manage current sales accounts, spot opportunities for growth and maximise profitability
• Get involved in marketing initiatives and website management
• Progress to a field sales role (within 12 months) where you will travel and build strong relationships with B2B customers across the North West

Rewards

As a Graduate Sales & Business Trainee, you will receive:

• Starting salary of £26,000
• Uncapped bonuses
• Full training and on-going development
• Opportunities to progress
• Optional membership to the company's excellent pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

If you're a confident and proactive graduate with excellent communication skills and a full UK driving licence, apply today to find out more!