Total 213 Manager job vacancies in Durham, DH1 5RD

Would you like to make an impact by leading one of our home store teams that are community based, offer amazing choice and genuine sustainability?

What does this role involve?

As a Store Manager you will be accountable for your stores performance, maximising sales through physical and digital channels, and achieving store targets by leading an inclusive and diverse team that consistently demonstrate the BHF values .

Each day is different in this varied, fast paced and hands on role, Due to the volume of collections, deliveries and donations, it can be physically demanding at times, yet most rewarding as you play a part in helping to fund life saving research.

What are we looking for?

Experience working in a customer facing role in retail, hospitality or service industry
Experience of leading, motivating and developing teams
Commercial awareness
Ability to achieve sales targets
Committed to achieving the highest retail standards at all times
Able to work under own initiative and take a proactive approach to changing business needs and objectives
Thrives working in a hands on, fast-paced environment
An understanding of budgets and P&L
Our stores are fast-paced and trade 7 days a week which means we require flexibility from our store teams to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.

What’s important to us?

At the British Heart Foundation (BHF) we offer a huge range of new and used quality furniture, clothing, jewellery and more, available in store and online.

In addition to raising funds for the BHF, we connect with our local communities and help reduce clothing and furniture waste across the UK. With over 700 stores we make a huge environmental impact by preventing around 70,000 tonnes of unwanted items going to landfill every year. We receive 1.6 million items donated to our home stores and 9.8 million bags of donated items and we will continue to build upon our reuse agenda in the years to come.

Everything we do comes back to funding lifesaving research for all heart and circulatory conditions. We are more ambitious and determined than ever – because the cures and treatments we need are in sight. You could be part of getting us there sooner!

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed.

Why join the BHF?

We have a strong culture of internal progression and will actively support you to develop your career.

Our generous staff benefits include:

38 days annual leave (plus the option to buy and sell leave)
Holistic support leave of up to 10 additional days off each year
Enhanced family policies (maternity, paternity and adoption leave)
Wagestream - early access to your wages
25% staff discount
Health cash plan (Dental, Optical, Therapies, etc)
Access to a 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Pension with employer contribution of up to 10%
Cycle to work scheme
Discounts on gym memberships
Discounts with a wide range of retailers

Job title: Project Manager
Job Type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP - Subject to clearance
Duration: Permanent
Salary/ Pay rate/ Benefits: £60,000-£65,000 Depending on experience
Location: Hartlepool - Hybrid available, 3 days on site
Hours of work: 37 hours per week
Applicants must have experience of the following:
- HNC/HND in relevant discipline
- APM, Prince 2 or other formally recognised project management qualification
- Nuclear or other highly regulated industry experience
- Full project lifecycle experience as a project manager
- Minimum 3-5 years experience as a project manager
- Able to gain SC clearance
Ideally applicants should also have:
- Engineering degree
- Chartership status or working towards

Role information:

- Manage all aspects of projects throughout the full project lifecycle
- Prepare execution plans for project activities in line with requirements
- Develop organisational structures for multi-disciplined teams
- Allocate necessary resources required for works to be undertaken
- Prepare, update and maintain project schedules
- Review designs, procurement and sub-contractor operations to ensure project needs are met
- Monitor and report on project progress

Interested in this position? please click "apply now"
We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
This permanent vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Reports to: Operations Manager The Team Leader is responsible for the efficient management and direction of the reception team, ensuring all administrative duties are performed to a high standard and meet the objectives of the practice. This role requires adherence to practice Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies, ensuring staff operate within these guidelines. Additionally, the Team Leader supports the management team in promoting equality, diversity, inclusion (ED&I), health, safety, and environmental standards (SHEF), quality improvement, confidentiality, collaboration, service delivery, and staff development. Mission Statement: To provide the highest possible standard of care to all our patients. Chastleton Core Values: Openness: Delivering an open and honest service Fairness: Behaviour without favouritism or discrimination Respect: Due regard for the feelings and rights of others Accountability: To be accountable for actions and decisions made Primary Key Responsibilities The Team Leader will oversee and support the reception and ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Core responsibilities include but are not limited to: Overseeing Operations: Manage the administration and support functions within the practice to ensure staff meet their primary responsibilities. Supervision & Management: Supervise the reception team, managing the Housecalls Desk, and completing daily reception tasks such as telephone duties, patient registrations, and appointment enquiries. Staff Development: Line manage reception staff, supporting their development, ensuring completion of mandatory training, and conducting staff appraisals. Programme Coordination: Support the coordination of key patient programmes, including: Cervical screening programme invitations Annual health checks for learning disabilities COVID and seasonal influenza vaccination programmes Training & Team Building: Identify team training needs and deliver appropriate training sessions. Scheduling & Staffing: Compile staff schedules, ensuring sufficient coverage, especially during periods of leave or staff absence. Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share suggestions and participating in practice development initiatives. Patient Relations: Provide initial guidance for patients wishing to make verbal complaints. Facility Responsibilities: Act as building fire marshall, maintaining evacuation lists and managing deliveries, adhering to the cold chain policy as needed. Secondary Responsibilities In addition to core responsibilities, the Team Leader may be requested to: Act as Deputy for the Operations Manager during absences. Participate in audit processes as directed. Coordinate and document meeting agendas and minutes. Assist with practice website and social media account updates. Promote and monitor the Friends and Family Test.

The Medicine/Telemetry unit has telemetry monitors for monitoring patients with chest pain or acute myocardial infarction in addition patients with circulatory disorders, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and heart failure are also served. The Medicine/Telemetry unit occasionally cares for patients, who have had surgical interventions but are in the chronic phase of treatment. Registered Nurses partner with LPN's and Nursing Assistants to provide patient and family centered care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of clinicians, who support patients and families in decision-making.

The Registered Nurse Manager is responsible for ensuring that subordinate nursing personnel provide timely nursing care which complies with generally accepted standards of clinical practice. This includes the authority to accept, amend or reject the work of subordinates.

The Registered Nurse Manager has continuing responsibilities for all the following functions to include but not limited to:

• Planning work to be accomplished by subordinates, setting priorities, and preparing schedules for completion or work.
• Assigning work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and the requirements of the assignments, and the capabilities of subordinates.
• Evaluating the performance of subordinates.
• Making recommendations for appointments, advancements, or reassignments of subordinates.
• Giving advice, counsel, or instruction to subordinate personnel on work and administrative matters.
• Hearing and resolving complaints of subordinates and patients. Referring more serious complaints not resolved to higher level supervisors.
• Recommending and/or taking disciplinary action where appropriate.
• Identifying developmental and training needs of subordinates and providing or making provision for such development and training.
• Identifying developmental and training needs of subordinates and providing training.
• Responsible for performance measures, performance improvement, customer/patient satisfaction and safety.
• Develops and manages collaborative partnerships with physicians and other clinicians

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of five (5) years demonstrated successful nursing practice.
• Demonstrated experience on medical surgical unit and oncology unit.
• A minimum of two (2) years of recent successful management experience at the assistant nurse manager level or higher.
• Candidates should possess a thorough knowledge of current behavioral health concepts, principles and methods of treatment and the ability to supervise other nursing staff in a healthcare setting.
• VA experience with Veteran patient population.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with patients, families, and other members of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated history of collaborative relationships with physicians and other support services and leadership.
• Documented evidence of knowledge and skill including: Change management, problem solving, customer relations, decision making, priority setting, organization, critical thinking.

Preferred Certification(s):

• ANCC for medical surgical nursing

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00a.m.-4:30p.m.
Telework: Ad-Hoc Telework may be authorized at the discretion of the Service Chief or equivalent
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Starting at $108,267 Per Year (VN 00)

Location: Chester Le Street
Hours: 39 hours per week - Monday to Friday role predominantly, with some saturdays required to meet business needs. Chester Le St is one of the biggest pharmacies in the business. This role will require previous leadership experience and dispenser qualification. Technician and/or ACT would be desirable

Salary: £16.15 per hour

Healthcare at Superdrug

With an extensive network of 200 pharmacies across the UK and over 60 health clinics, we're at the forefront of accessible and quality healthcare. If you're passionate about making a difference to the nation’s health, come be a part of our dedicated team and help shape the future of healthcare.

What’s in it for you?

Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver that Superdrug feeling! In return we give you:

• Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• A competitive salary plus bonus potential of up to 25% (based on performance)
• Instant access to Wagestream - a tool that lets you track your earnings in real-time, access a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Amazing discounts - Up to 30% discount at Superdrug for you and a nominated person plus discounted services including Online Doctor
• AvivaDigicareWorkplace+ you and your family will get access to an app that gives you free healthcare services like Digital GP, mental health consultations and an annual health check
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support

The Role

Our Pharmacy Team Leaders go beyond just great management skills. We’re after people who are confident to use initiative to stretch/build pharmacy performance and seeks to add value to the business. As a Superdrug Pharmacy Team Leader, you're part of the management team who are responsible for providing an efficient, knowledgeable, and exceptional service to our customers. You'll receive direct line management support from your Pharmacy Manager.

It’s a great experience that will prepare you for even bigger challenges our Pharmacy Team Leaders are extremely important to us. We’ll support you to develop both your professional and commercial skills.

About You

• Have achieved NVQ Level 3 in Dispensing or equivalent (level 2 considered)
• Previous experience in working in a dispensary
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience working in a supervisory role within a pharmacy (or retail sector i.e. previous store manager/assistant store manager)

Success in this role will enable you to take your next step with us, as we have a strong desire to promote from within and reward the highest achievers.

You can apply either through our website by clicking “Apply”, or by emailing your CV to charlotte.olney@uk.aswatson.com

The Role and Department

The International Office is responsible for:

• The recruitment of international students to all areas of the university to meet institutional targets.
• Supporting and managing the developing of international partnerships to raise the University's global profile and to support academic colleagues in developing international links and collaborations.
• Managing the university's student mobility programmes (exchange partnerships) to meet the University's student mobility targets.

This role will support all aspects of the delivery of the University's Global Strategy, with particular responsibility for the development and delivery of the regional recruitment strategy to enable the institution to achieve recruitment targets across South East Asia.

The post will work closely with the Head and Deputy Head of International Student Recruitment, and will be responsible for the line management of an International Officer employed through Accumen and based in Malaysia.

With support from their line manager and colleagues, the post holder will be able to develop their knowledge of Durham University and the wider international higher education sector, and acquire expertise in promoting a Russell Group institution. They will use their networking skills to assist the University's relationship management in market, to ensure we provide excellent service to school counsellors, education agents, and prospective students.

The role will require significant travel to key recruitment markets, initially including Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia, although market responsibilities may change over time in line with the external student recruitment landscape and the priorities of Durham University. Recruitment trips can be up to 2 weeks long and involve evening and weekend working.

We have adopted hybrid working with team members currently working a minimum of 2 days per week on campus in Durham. We encourage all team members to be on campus on a Wednesday so the team can connect, other on campus days are flexible and based on business need.

Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

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Interim Highways Construction Manager - Highways Services

Reference no: Durham 5134615177345

Pay Rate: £20.48 per hour PAYE

35-37 Monday – Friday, normal working hours

This opening assignment is for 4-5 months

City: DURHAM

Assist in ensuring the timely completion of work operations so as to achieve the optimum balance of customer and employee satisfaction together with achieving the Division’s financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and control the programming and management of staff and operatives in accordance with the County Council’s Policies and Procedures.
Coordinate and control the programming and efficient utilisation of resources to achieve completion of works within programmed periods.
Identify and plan resource requirements and to prepare project programmes of work as necessary and liaise with the Area Manager accordingly.
Manage any sub-contracted activities and ensure coordination and control of associated operations.
Have adequate knowledge and experience of contract procedures and documentation and to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and all current standards.
Ensure the accurate setting out of all projects assigned.
Ensure optimisation of financial return on work carried out with due regard to customer satisfaction.
Ensure, in liaison with the Estimating Manager, the identification, negotiation and settlement of contractual claims and variations.
Liaise with Strategic Highways staff and, by regular communication, to develop close professional working relationships.
Provide technical assistance to Small Works Managers / Supervisors / workforce.

Qualifications:

HNC or equivalent/higher qualification in Civil Engineering or in a closely related discipline.
NVQ Level 4 Supervisory
Valid Driving Licence

Knowledge:

Knowledge of engineering contract documentation and associated measurement and valuation procedures.
A sound understanding of health and safety legislation and issues.

Experience:

Significant experience in the management of works of highway maintenance and construction.
Experience in the application of Health & Safety legislation and procedures on highways sites.

Skills & Abilities:

Good negotiating skills.
Excellent organisational skills and ability to lead and manage staff and workforce.
Ability to manage resources to ensure continuous improvement in services.
Ability to present information both verbally and in writing in the preparation of correspondence and reports.
Ability to work as a member of the Section Management Team.


Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for.


Clients are generally looking for candidates who are local to, or who can commute easily to the place of work. It will help your application if your CV states, in broad terms, where you reside – there is no need for a full address.

Please feel free to apply to us directly via jobs@tclrec.com by quoting the job reference and exact job title.

To help speed up the process of uploading your CV to the client we would ask that you send us your CV in Word format (or equivalent) if possible, not as a PDF.

If you are successful in securing this role, please note that for the entire duration of this contract, regardless of extension, you will be working at the PAYE rate that has been advertised. For absolute clarity, we only work on a PAYE basis, rather than umbrella pay terms. We do not offer Ltd/umbrella or outside IR35 rates. If you wish to understand PAYE vs Umbrella more, please let us know and we can send you some additional information for clarity.

Due to the number of CVs being sent to us under current market conditions, unfortunately we cannot respond to all applications. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. We will, however, be very happy to receive future applications from you for other roles.

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Job Ref: Durham 5134615177345


Anticipated Length of Assignment: Unless otherwise stated (we do carry the occasional permanent vacancy) all of our roles are technically temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Please do try to resist contacting us with requests for progress updates.

We really do read every CV sent to us. All applications will be acknowledged by a human, not a robot, provided the job remains live and provided your CV meets the “Essential Requirements” listed.

Please note that we do our level best to take down ads as soon as roles have been filled. We are not in the business of harvesting CVs.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary.

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION***

Duties include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Serves as liaison between the facility's Office of Information Technology (OIT) and the Health Services Research and Development (HSR&D) service line.
• Represents the unique needs and interests of VA-funded clinical researchers to OIT by working as an advocate and collaborative partner with OIT staff to ensure seamless delivery of information systems to the HSR&D service line.
• Participates on local and national calls of interest related to Information Systems infrastructure and change/development, and integration.
• Provides expert consultation to Service Line leadership regarding Information Systems infrastructure needs and proactively identifies ways to improve efficiency, cost savings, customer service, and usability.
• Creates internal manuals and guidance documents regarding internal processes for managing Information Systems related processes and troubleshooting of issues.
• Analyzes new or proposed legislation and/or agency regulations related to data security, records management, software-use, and other Information Systems-related topics to determine impact on Information Systems infrastructure and future use.
• Researches and investigates new or improved Information Systems business and management practices/tools such as web-based communication platforms, encryption, data integration, big data storage, and other innovations and advises service-line leaders and clinical researchers regarding the potential for incorporating new technologies.
• Reviews regulatory and administrative audits to determine if appropriate changes or corrective actions are required for area of responsibility.
• Provides technical consultation for research proposals submitted for technical review and commentary.
• Collaborates with researchers as requested to provide guidance regarding software, server space, and equipment needs.
• Facilitates the completion of complex OIT folder, software, database, and other requests within the OIT landscape and with the research and development user client in accordance with OIT and VA policy and procedures.
• Develops and deploys service-line level processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to manage a large volume of OIT requests to ensure streamlined workflow.
• Performs quality assurance activities within the service data management infrastructure to troubleshoot and resolve problems, ensure security and integrity, optimize content and structure, and ensure compliance with national and local procedures.
• Develops processes and procedures to manage inventory of Information Systems equipment and software licenses including responsibilities for tracking, managing, and maintaining software license renewals across the whole service line.
• Interacts with various research study Principal Investigators, study staff, and operations staff to develop comprehensive IT budgets including specialized software and hardware needs for the centers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized
Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

Starting at $90,744 Per Year (GS 12)

Position:Complex Care Manager

We are seeking a Clinical Care Managerto lead and oversee the coordination of clientcare services. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care, and acting as a key liaison between clients, families, and multiagency agencies. You will play a crucial role in improving clientsservices and outcomes, enhancing the clientexperience, and optimizing care delivery.

Responsibilities:

Adopt a person centred approach in all that you do, continually looking to improve how we administer and deliver care in our communities.

Lead and supervise a team of nurses, care coordinators, and other clinical staff to ensure efficient and high-quality care delivery.

Develop, implement, and monitor individualised care plans for clients, ensuring they meet clinical, emotional, and social needs.

Collaborate with healthcare providers, social workers, and family members to coordinate care and ensure a holistic approach to clientmanagement.

Monitorprogress and make necessary adjustments to care plans based on clinical outcomes andfeedback.

Act as a primary point of contact for clientsand their families, providing support, education, and advocacy as needed.

Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and organisational policies, maintaining a focus on safety and quality.

Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to clientcare, team performance, and operational efficiency.

Provide leadership and mentorship to clinical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships, particularly with our Business Development teams and Local Authorities so we can acquire new contracts and support packages.

Plan and attend regular meetings with all stakeholders to keep abreast of views, developments, opportunities and expectations.

What we're looking for:

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Experienced Registered Adult Nurse

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Previous experience working in a regulated care environment is a must, ideally in a domiciliary environment/home care.

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Excellent communication skills

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A natural leader, someone comfortable motivating and engaging a team.

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Comfortable working within a multi-disciplinary environment.

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Experience of working with Service Users who have additional support or complex needs.

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A passion for delivering excellent care to a high standard.

Benefits:

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Great Career development opportunity with a fast-growing Company.

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Hardworking team looking to utilise Technology to improve Home Care in the UK.

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Competitive salary with On-Call Included.

You'll have access to:

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Training and development for your role and future Career with Cera

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Lifeworks discount platform and Employee Assistance Programme

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Refer a Friend scheme

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Mobile phone and other required tech

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Company pension scheme

Cera promotes a carer-first approach. Our frontline staff are the most important part of the Cera family. You will join a visionary organisation on the tipping point of transformation and have the opportunity to form part of our larger mission to change the face of Social Care. Your Branch will be equipped with innovative software and you will have the opportunity to lean on our wider organisation for the most progressive and personable operational support.

Our app proactively tracks and monitors the health of our customers, enabling families and medical professionals to have visibility of changes in health and well being status. Using AI to predict potential health concerns, we're able to help our customers avoid unnecessary hospital visits, whilst protecting vital NHS resources.

We champion diversity, inclusion and well-being to create a workplace where you value yourself and feel proud of who you are. We believe in a world where you have the freedom to explore and express yourself without judgement, no matter who you are or where you're from. Where individuality is a source of confidence, because difference makes the world a better place. People from cultural or gender diverse backgrounds, women and people with disability are encouraged to apply.

The Role and Department

The Head of Payroll and People Services is a new role which will be responsible for managing a team of Payroll and HR colleagues to continue establishing and embedding a high performing compliancy focussed service which provides a consistently high level of support to staff across the University and reflects best practice.

Reporting to the Assistant HR Director, the post-holder will play a critical role in the delivery of the University's Payroll and People Services team. The focus of the role will be predominantly focused on payroll but the role holder will also oversee the team responsible for related HR processes in a complex organisation including the recruitment of casual staff to meet the workforce needs of the university. The Head of Payroll, People and Pay Services must be versatile and able to work closely and collaboratively with stakeholders within the wider HR&OD team and across the University.

From early 2025 the base location for this role will change from our Durham City Centre site to our exciting new professional services hub based at Boldon House. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House will bring a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more about this project, please visit this webpage: Boldon House - Durham University.

Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

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About the opportunity...

Store Manager Designate Opportunity: lead, inspire, and excel – creating amazing value everyday!

As a Store Manager in a dynamic team, you're stepping into more than just a leadership position – you're in a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of your team and the customers you serve. Your day-to-day actions don't just drive sales; they create an environment where our core values of love our customers, care for our colleagues, and protect the pounds (and euros) come to life.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Why Choose Us?

A member of our annual Retail Management Bonus Scheme acknowledging your contributions to our success.
Professional development, including the opportunity to pursue up to a Retail Manager Level 4 qualification through our apprenticeship programme.
Comprehensive induction plan along with the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes, setting you up for success.
Rota’s are scheduled four-weeks in advance, creating a culture that cares for your life outside of work.
Holiday allowance increasing by one day per year (up to 33 days) with the option to purchase additional days after two years’ service, plus an extra day off for your Birthday.
In-store discount of 10% along with exclusive discounts through our colleague benefits online portal
All year-round initiatives to recognise and reward our colleagues.
Enhanced Family friendly benefits and life assurance.
Access to Employee Assistance to support your well-being.

Your Impact:

Love our customers:
Providing the highest levels of customer service goes without saying: coach and guide your store teams to ensure everyone provides an excellent customer experience during every interaction.
Your leadership will be the cornerstone of the store's success, Having the Right People in the right place at the right time.

Care for our colleagues:
Create a safe environment for your team and ensure all policies and procedures are followed. Working shoulder to shoulder to lead the team around you, knowing that is what gets you up in the morning.
You're not just managing a team; you're developing people, whether it's through upward growth, internal opportunities, or developing their current role.

Protect the pounds (and euros):
Guiding a team that's as passionate about our goals as you are. Make sure your team understands how they contribute to the commercial objectives of the store and the business.
Having a strategic approach to sales, shrink, and service, ensuring the store operates smoothly and efficiently.

Ready to Join Us?

This opportunity is for those ready to make an impact in a vibrant retail environment. We'd love to hear from you if you're driven to lead, inspire, and excel. Apply now and take your first step in a fulfilling career with us.

About us...

From one store in Burton-upon-Trent in 1990 to more than 850 across the UK and the Republic of Ireland today, Poundland & Dealz has developed a reputation for offering top brands and quality own-brand products at an amazing value. We sell everything from food and drink to DIY, pet products to stationery, not forgetting our very own fashion brand, PEP&CO. We have recently invested £45 million in the business, opened new stores and revamped existing ones. We’re on an exciting journey, and you can be a part of it.
We’re part of a much larger group in Europe called Pepco which has 3,000 stores in 17 territories serving 50 million shoppers, and the size of our business means there are so many opportunities for you to come and join us. From our retail stores to our support and distribution centres, everywhere you see Poundland and Dealz, you’ll find passionate and knowledgeable colleagues delivering amazing service to our customers. Once you’re part of our family, we’ll give you everything you need to be the best you can be, from training to coaching and mentoring. Our seven core values and seven leadership principles steer how we do business. They give us the building blocks to create a culture where everybody thrives, and sustainability is at the top of our agenda.

Company Description

Title: Chef Manager

Location: Spennymoor Leisure Centre

Salary: £31,200

Benefits:

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carer leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Are you a culinary connoisseur / gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth.

As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are an inspirational and enthusiastic Chef Manager keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description

• Menu Planning and Execution – create and plan menus in accordance with the style and customer preferences of the location. Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure high-quality dishes, monitoring wastage and portion control
• Employee Management – recruit, train, and supervise all colleagues, including chefs, cooks and front of house. Provide continual guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to kitchen team.
• Inventory and Cost Control – monitor and manage stock levels, sensible approach to ordering supplies
• Customer Relations - Interact with customers to understand their specific catering needs and preferences and maintain an open channel of communication to address any concerns or requirements. Consistently seeking feedback is key to success
• Health and Safety Compliance – support the head chef to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and food safety protocols/policies. Create an environment that has safety embedded in the culture
• Budget and Financial Management – develop and manage kitchen budgets, report on financial performance and implement any cost savings required without impacting delivery of excellence
• Menu Development and Innovation – stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate new ideas into menus
• Compliance and Documentation - maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, and food preparation processes and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Proven experience commensurate with role.
• Excellent creative culinary skills
• Leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relations skills
• Proficiency in food cost management
• Knowledge of food safety and health and safety regulations
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

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Housing Manager (Lettings Team)

Base location: Durham or Stockton

Permanent, Part time (22.5 hpw)

Salary circa £32,000 (pro-rata) negotiable based on skills and experience, plus great benefits including Health cash plan

Home, a place where you belong

This is a great job opportunity for a Housing Manager to join Home Groups awesome housing team in Teesside, Durham & Sunderland. As our Housing Manager, you’ll be the face-to-face customer support to our customers within our Allocations team. You may already have extensive experience as a generic Housing Manager or experience of face-to-face customer service within another sector.

You’ll join our team with a real focus on delivering for our customers within our communities. You will be supported by the wider housing management teams, Neighbourhood Assistants, Financial Inclusion Partners and Community Housing Assistants. Through visibility, engagement with customers and proactivity on our estates, you’ll really get to get to know our communities. This will help us to improve our local neighbourhoods.

Typical day as a Housing Manager (Lettings Team)

• You’ll understand the community that you work in for our general needs’ customers covering our homes in Teesside, Durham & Sunderland.


• You will be responsible for the allocation process from initial advertisement, offer checks, viewing to final sign-up.


• You will have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of our allocations policies and procedures, as well as been compliant with our Section 106 and Local Lettings Plans where applicable.


• You’ll work in partnership across 7 local authorities across the wider region developing relationships.


• You will also be involved across our other housing management functions.

Fancy going home each day knowing that you have helped change our customers lives for the better? You’ll do that here, working for one of the top ten Great Place to Work in the UK!

You have

• You will have a background in lettings or allocations, either within the housing sector or an alternative sector.


• You’ll have an understanding of housing management, housing law and customer service.


• You are fully competent in IT and can learn new systems quickly.


• You’re super organised and methodical in your approach and are a proactive self-starter with a “can do” positive attitude.


• Passionate about delivering excellent customer service and have a genuine desire to help your customers.


• This job can challenge, especially when we’re dealing with complaints, but your resilience will help you through.


• Confident working with external partners and stakeholders such as local authorities.

Our team

You’ll join our friendly and dedicated team and will soon discover that we support each other as much as we support our customers. We have a wealth of experience which will enable us to support you as you settle into your new role. We work hard but have fun too and we are looking forward to sharing our skills and knowledge with you!

Although we work as a mobile team, we are close knit and supportive of one another. We don’t just love to support our customers, we’re there for each other too!

Job details

• Hybrid working which involves working from home, in the community or your nearest local office.


• Predominantly responsibility for our rented homes across Teesside, Durham and Sunderland.


• You'll manage your own diary and be accountable for achieving KPI’s.


• You will need to be able to drive and have access to a vehicle insured for business purposes. Don’t worry, we’ll pay your business mileage to cover this use!


• You’ll need an Enhanced DBS check done and we pay for that.

Due to limits on our current certificates of sponsorship, we are not able to offer sponsorship to external candidates for this role.  This remains under regular review.

A place where you belong

Great things happen when we can be ourselves at work. We want all our colleagues to be who they truly are here. Our internal diversity networks, peers and allies (Multicultural, LGBTQIA+ and Disability) support us all to be our best. Together we make Home Group a great place to work!

What’s in it for you?

• 34 days leave (including bank hols and a “me day” to use for whatever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too!


• Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. We’ll cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more.


• Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? Save money with us.


• Colleagues really matters to us, that’s why we’re the 10th Best place in the UK for Wellbeing. Our tools and support help you when you need them.


• We Grow Our Own colleagues (not literally of course!), when you’re ready for the next step in your career, you can grow with us!


• Explore our benefits in detail on our website

Find out more

Click APPLY NOW to see our  Housing Manager Job description, find out about us and for help to apply. Sometimes we close a job early, so don’t delay or you might miss out.

Finally, do let us know if there’s anything we can do, to help you shine in our process at recruitment@homegroup.org.uk

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We are a group of colleges in the Tees Valley; Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form College, NETA Training and The Skills Academy. Education Training Collective (Etc.) delivers a full range of courses, training and apprenticeship opportunities, as well as professional and commercial courses.

Our aim is to create greater opportunities for all of our students and communities by equipping people with the skills to help them into employment, raise aspirations and meet the economic demands of the region. ‘ONE Etc. – Fuelling ambition and driving success in a resurgent Teesside and beyond. We are looking for candidates who share this commitment.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Business Development Manager to drive growth in employer-facing provision across the Education Training Collective, reporting to the Group Marketing & Business Engagement Director.

As the leader of a small, but incredibly impactful team, you will be a strategic thinker, you will be solutions focussed and use your natural ability to create long-term relationships which employers which result in solutions to the skills challenges across the Tees Valley and beyond.

What you’ll do:
• Manage and support the Business Development Coordinators to achieve monthly targets for commercial and apprenticeship programs.
• Create and implement innovative operational plans to enhance apprenticeship and training growth.
• Build relationships with large levy-paying businesses to promote and recruit for our apprenticeship programs.
• Lead the development of our CRM system to improve engagement with staff and employer clients.
• Utilize IT systems for effective reporting and financial management.
• Set and review performance targets and contribute to business planning.
• Oversee apprentice recruitment processes and analyse current trends.
• Stay updated on government policies affecting apprenticeships and workplace learning.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and manage departmental budgets effectively.

The type of person you will be:
• Education: Relevant degree or equivalent experience in business development or a related field.
• Experience: Proven track record in business development, particularly in apprenticeships or training sectors.
• Knowledge:
o In-depth understanding of apprenticeship, BELP and Bootcamps processes.
o Up-to-date knowledge of T-Levels, Study Programmes, and Industrial/Work Placements.
• Motivation: High degree of motivation to achieve demanding performance targets.
• Business Acumen: Experience in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Relationship Building: Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, businesses, and stakeholders.
• ICT Proficiency: Skilled in using ICT for tracking performance, delivering presentations, and management reporting.
• Resilience: Flexibility, stamina, and reliability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Why Join Us?

We are proud that 93% of our staff tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. At Etc. we reward and support our colleagues in many different ways, including remuneration, training and so much more – we’ve listed a few examples of what you can expect when you join our team:
• Generous annual leave entitlement (34-43 days per annum, depending on role and length of service)
• Up to 5 days additional leave at Christmas
• Pro-Hybrid working employer
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with 15.7% Employer Contribution
• Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling support for staff, available 24/7 365 days per year)
• Wellbeing Days (in addition to annual leave)

Schedule
• Monday to Friday
• Hybrid working pattern – work from any Etc. location and working from home is available
• Flexible lunch breaks

If you believe you have the necessary skills, commitment and determination to succeed and would relish the opportunity to work with us, then we would LOVE to hear from you.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight 11th November.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure by the DBS.
If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website. Nacro - https://www.nacro.org.uk/criminal-record-support-service/ or email helpline@nacro.org.uk or phone 0300 123 1999 Unlock – http://hub.unlock.org.uk/contact/ phone 01634 247350 text 07824 113848.
We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work, promoting equality of opportunity and access for all, irrespective of age, background, race, gender, religion, ability, disability or sexuality. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We are a disability-confident committed employer.

Safeguarding is also priority for the group and we have key policies and systems which help to make the group a safe place for learners and staff. The purpose of these policies is to provide clear guidance regarding Safeguarding responsibilities throughout the group, including the Prevent Duty. To read more, please visit https://www.the-etc.ac.uk/policies/safeguarding/

*note we do not accept CVs or late applications, no agencies please

All applications must be completed via our website https://www.the-etc.ac.uk/join-our-team/

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Are you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Join Care UK, a multi award winning care provider as a Care Team Leader.

The Role


Leading and supervising your shift
Case managing residents and liaising with families, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders to ensure that the best care plans are created and delivered
Administering and recording medication
Carrying out risk assessments
Working alongside care assistants to support residents with daily needs, ensuring residents remain as active and independent as possible
Working closely with the leadership team to develop services
Provide a fun, inclusive, and professional approach at all times


Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family:


Wagestream - access your wages at any-time
Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements
Career development, training and access to our approved apprenticeship scheme
Hundreds of online and in-store discounts
Annual purchase holiday scheme
Wellbeing support


About You


NVQ Level 3 in health and social care desirable
Be well-organised, IT literate and adept at allocating and delegating work appropriately.
Proven ability to lead and supervise others.
A good understanding of care planning processes
Be experienced in or happy to undertake training on administering medication
Above all, have a natural ability to help make the lives of others more fulfilling.


We are looking for people to make a difference to residents’ lives every day. When you join Care UK you’ll be joining a team who all share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours