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Salary\n \n \n£15.60 per hour\n \n \n Trainee Bus Driver – Arbroath Depot \n \n Stagecoach are looking for trainee bus drivers to join our Arbroath team. \n • Get paid to train and zero training costs as not only will you be earning from day one, we’ll also pay for all of your training costs to achieve a recognised national qualification in Passenger Transport and your PCV licence, worth around £4,000 \n • Typical annualised earnings after training of £30,420 based on a basic week of 39 hours \n You’ll be one of 136 drivers who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, to shopping and leisure, and to friends and family. \n Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker in your community, there’s loads of reasons for you to join the Stagecoach East Scotland team… \n \n • Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions \n • Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel \n • Guaranteed 39 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings \n • Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel \n • UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location \n • Supportive and high quality training from some of the best (and nicest!) driving instructors and training managers in the industry – we’ll teach you everything you need to know about our routes, our vehicles, our tickets and more \n • Career development including our Trade Up scheme for drivers who want to move into engineering, promotion opportunities to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership for those who want that \n • Secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in the business – either on big events like Silverstone and Cheltenham Festival, or into our head office support functions \n • An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support. \n • A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues \n \n The recruitment process is simple – you apply online, we’ll get you in for an interview and to see the depot, and that’s it! \n It doesn’t matter if you’re working in customer service, retail, hospitality or in a warehouse or factory, the only things we need are… \n • You need to be 18 years old and hold a driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points \n • Must have a minimum of 6 months driving experience in the UK \n • You need to want to deliver great customer service \n • You need to have a patient, safe and courteous approach to driving \n So if that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then apply below! \n Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. \n Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. \n Location: \n Stagecoach Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJ

Salary\n \n \n£15.60\n \n \n Qualified PCV Bus Driver – Arbroath and Forfar Depot \n \n We are looking for qualified bus drivers / PCV licence holders to join our Arbroath team. \n \n * Typical annualised earnings of £31,636 based on a basic week of 39 hours \n \n * Guaranteed 39 minimum hours with overtime for those who want to increase their earnings \n \n * Different shift patterns available so you can fit work around your existing commitments \n \n You’ll be one of 136 drivers who transport our fantastic customers safely and comfortably every day to healthcare and employment, to shopping and leisure, and to friends and family. \n \n Aside from the satisfaction of being a key worker in your community, there’s loads of reasons for you to join the Stagecoach East Scotland team… \n \n \n * Great benefits including a generous company pension scheme, 34 days holiday, free travel for you and a companion, free financial education, and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions \n \n * Free travel for you and a companion on our buses – so on your days off you can be off shopping without worrying about parking the car, or heading off for a day in the city or by the seaside without worrying about the cost of fuel \n \n * Plenty of job security from being a key worker at the heart of our communities, where we always need great people behind the wheel \n \n * UK-wide opportunities whereby if you’re moving out of choice or circumstance, as we run bus companies across the UK, you can transfer to a new location \n \n * Career development including our Trade Up scheme for drivers who want to move into engineering, promotion opportunities to Lead Driver, Inspector, Controller and Driving Instructor, and routes into management and leadership for those who want that \n \n * Secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in the business – either on big events like Silverstone and Cheltenham Festival, or into our head office support functions \n \n * An employee assistance programme to support health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues. Face-to-face counselling sessions are also offered, alongside telephone and online support. \n \n * A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great workmates, managers who work hard to create great places to work, and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues \n \n \n The recruitment process is simple – you apply with your CV, we’ll have a good read then get you in for an interview and a bus drive, and that’s it! \n \n There are a few of things we need from you: \n \n * You need to have a PCV licence, and no more than 6 penalty points \n * You need to want to deliver great customer service \n * You need to have a patient, safe and courteous approach to driving \n \n So if that’s you, and you like what we’re offering, then apply below! \n \n Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. \n Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. \n Location: \n Stagecoach Arbroath Depot Elliot Industrial Estate, Peasiehill Rd Arbroath DD11 2NJ

Senior Sales & Events Co-Ordinator - Kents Hill Park, Milton Keynes | Full-Time / Permanent£14.29 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.We are looking for a Senior Sales & Events Co-ordinator, to come on board at Kents Hill Park, part of The Venues Collection.Your role will be:To lead the training and development of all new team members to ensure they are achieving the company standard for performance within probation period.To support the Sales Office Manager daily to achieve the venue targets and provide support to the team.To work with the Sales Office Manager to delivery monthly financial results in line with budget through strategic planning of rates and diary optimisation using the tools available.To support the Sales Office Manager in the creation and completion of weekly & monthly reports/task such as forecasting & business review packs.To ensure all electronic enquiries are responded to within the agree response times and to work with the E-sales co-ordinator to maximise conversion.To produce the rate strategy for M&E in accordance with the venue's budget expectations.To handle reservations for bedrooms for both event and transient guestsTo attend all mandatory and job specific trainingTo consistently supplying the highest possible levels of customer care and service in the lead up and during the events process.To positively approach all sales opportunities to maximise sales and revenue by yielding the business to achieve the venue's sales plan.To respond to any customer enquiry within the guidelines set by the venue.To exercise efficient diary management to manage the yield within the conference office.Develop and maintain sales information through Opera following the Company guidelines.To attend any communication/ operational meetings where appropriate to represent the sales department.To support the invoicing process, ensuring all conference bills are produced correctly and in a timely manner.To support the Director of Sales/Sales Manager with new business leads and supporting client events where necessary.To be fully engaged with the customers and are building and maintaining relationships with key accounts.To be aware of the services and facilities offered by the competitor hotels to promote your hotel to its full potential.To comply with all health and safety legislation and actively get involved with reporting issues and training others.To be fully aware of the Accident & Maintenance and Fire safety procedures for your department and the wider venue.To support the wider Operations Team where necessary and any reasonable ad hoc tasks requested to action by an HOD or the Hotel Manager.BenefitsMedicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare checkExclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)Entertainment discounts - up to 55% off cinema ticketsHealth & Wellbeing discounts - Discounts for Nuffield Health (20%) and Pure Gym (10%)Travel discounts - Discounts with holiday companies such as TUI and ExpediaShopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping CardsMeals on dutyVodaphone discountsPension scheme and Life AssuranceEmployee Assistance Programme23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year backCompetitive and supportive family benefitsDay off for baby's first birthdayHoliday purchase schemeOn-going training & development and career pathwaysProfessional subscriptions paidFinancial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance productsGreat things happen when people get together in our spaces to meet and spaces to sleep at Kents Hill Park. From conferences, meetings, training, and every business event in between our venue provides an informal atmosphere where you and our guests can be themselves.We combine our spaces with a bigger family. Kents Hill Park is part of The Venues Collection - a division of Compass Group UK & Ireland, the market leader in contract catering & support services.Part of Compass Group UK&I, we are a grouping of seven easily accessible event spaces with hotel-like residential and leisure facilities, which all sit under the brand name The Venues Collection. Located across the UK, our venues all feature stylish and individual event spaces, including both contemporary and historic meeting areas. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.Job Reference: com/2905/97327001/52732960/SU #Venues CollectionCompass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!TPBN1_UKTJ

We are looking for a Store Manager to join Team OB in our Clapham store.As a Store Manager, you will lead the store to success by boosting sales and motivating your team. Reporting to the Area Manager, you will bring enthusiasm, positivity and joy by inspiring your customers and colleagues and maximising sales.This will be a flexible contract, meaning you will have a fixed number of hours you will work per week across a variety of days and shifts, and we are open to having conversations about working flexibly.A bit about usAt Oliver Bonas (OB), our values of Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind are integral to everything we do. Collaboration, imagination, curiosity, and teamwork are key to our success, and everyone has their part to play in making OB a special place to work.Having fun is key, and a playful and positive approach creates an optimistic environment. We dont take ourselves too seriously, but we are serious about what we do.Our team knows their stuff. Theyre confident and creative and unafraid to challenge convention to find solutions, taking accountability for their actions, but always with kindness and humility.More about the roleOB Store Managers will:Analyse a variety of reports to measure the success of the store and team.Work with KPIs to evaluate the stores performance and identify development areas.Provide exceptional leadership and guidance to all team members, making sure their personal objectives and the stores objectives are being met.Conduct progress meetings and appraisals in a timely manner for all team members, setting them SMART goals to work towards.Communicate any development/training issues that are identified to the Area Manager and People Advisor.Ensure exemplary customer service is delivered by the team at all times.Make sure the team always adhere to OB operational standards.Have an approachable yet authoritative written and verbal communication style, in-keeping with the Oliver Bonas tone of voice.Bonas Benefits:Generous employee discount up to 60% off all OB productsFree access to our 24 hour employee assistance programme with Optima Health offering financial, emotional and vocational supportFlexible holiday 30 days (including bank holidays) increasing to 35 days with length of serviceAnnual discretionary profit related bonus schemeFree membership for our Westfield Health Cash Plan or Private MedicalAuto-enrolment into our pension planRefer a Friend incentiveEnhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leaveEquity, Diversity and Inclusivity Voice network and EDI teamMental Health First Aider supportEducation and support through our 360L eLearning platformFree refreshments and treats in storeWhat we look for:Experience in team management.Positivity, vibrancy and ready to take on anything.Someone who is kind, helpful and considerate towards customers and team members alike.Exceptional organisation skills and natural multi-tasking ability.Commercial awareness.Ambition, resourcefulness and someone whos looking for opportunities to learn more.TPBN1_UKTJ

Victim Support is recruiting for an Hospital Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to support victims of domestic abuse, based at Bedford Hospital, with possibility of some hybrid working. This is a full time role on a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027.Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?If yes, then we'd love to hear from you..What we offer:At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:Flexible working options including hybrid working28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank HolidaysAn extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leavePension with 5% employer contributionEnhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity paymentsHigh Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discountsAccess to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted financeEmployee assistance programme & wellbeing supportAccess to EDI networks and colleague cafesCycle to work scheme & season ticket loansOngoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progressionAbout the role:We are looking for an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA). This is a full time role on fixed term contract until 31/03/2027. The aim of this role is to support victims of domestic abuse, who are inpatients or outpatients of Bedford Hospital. This role will be part of our other wider specialist services covering Bedfordshire.As an IDVA you will be:Working closely with the safeguarding team and a range of other hospital departmentsProviding a high quality support and advocacy service to victims of domestic abuse.Managing a caseload; identifying and assessing risks and needs, providing a tailored crisis intervention service trough individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support.Working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe.Working within a multi-agency framework consisting of partners as well as MARAC and other local partnerships to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse.Promoting the service and raise awareness of domestic abuse through the delivery of trainingYou will need:Experience of working in support and advocacy with victims of domestic abuse is advantageousTo be able to prioritise work and deal with competing or conflicting demands/needs and interests and promote organisation interests and values.To ideally hold a SafeLives IDVA accreditation, relevant degree, vocational qualification or relevant experience of delivering a service and working with domestic abuse victim's/service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting.Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.About Us:Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.How to apply:To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.TPBN1_UKTJ

Class 1 (Cat C+E) HGV Drivers Whistl BedfordAre you an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver looking for long-term stability, a modern fleet, and a company that truly values its drivers?At Whistl Bedford, were a leading logistics business transforming delivery management across the UK. Were growing and looking for reliable, professional drivers to join our team.Whether you're seeking career progression, job security, or a supportive, people-first working environment, we offer it all. Plus, with potential overtime earnings of up to £9,750 per year (Class 1, based on an average of 8 hours overtime per week), your hard work can really pay off.Working Hours42 hours guaranteed, with overtime paid after 42 hours at £23.46 per hourDay shift Class 1 -Monday to Friday, circa 10-11 am Start availableJoin our team of HGV Drivers in Bedford and be part of a company that values professionalism, safety, and customer satisfaction above all else!About the Role As a Whistl HGV Driver, youll be responsible for transporting goods on pre-planned, designated routes. We operate a collection and injection to carrier model, giving you a more structured and predictable day.Youll be representing the Whistl brand, delivering exceptional service with every journey and helping ensure our customers goods arrive on time and in perfect condition.As an HGV Driver at Whistl, you will:Operate and maintain HGV vehicles safely and efficiently.Ensure the timely and secure delivery of goods to designated locations.Complete all necessary paperwork and documentation accurately and promptly.Provide exceptional customer service,Adhere to all relevant traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policiesConduct routine vehicle inspections and report any maintenance or safety issues.Benefits 42 guaranteed hours per weekWeekend Working Allowance: Up to £200/month for weekend shifts as part of your contractual schedule6th Shift Incentive: Additional shift paid at 1.75x your basic rateNight Shift Allowance: 15% extra pay for hours worked between 10 pm and 6 amDriver CPC Renewal training undertaken in-house at no cost to youLong service rewards: both financial and leave-based.Company PensionHealth cash planLife assurance & Critical illness coverCareer development opportunitiesAccess to a dedicated Employee Assistance ProgrammeRequirements To excel in this role, you should possess:A valid Class 1 (Cat C+E) licence and CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) qualification (the cost of renewals required during employment will be covered by Whistl)Digital tachograph cardExcellent driving record with no major violations or accidents and a strong knowledge of traffic laws and regulationsAbility to handle physical demandsGood communication skills to quickly understand instructions and liaise effectively with colleagues and customersExceptional time management and organisational skillsJoin our team of HGV Drivers and be a part of a team that values professionalism, safety, and customer satisfaction above all else!Additional InformationIf you are not successful on this occasion, we may retain your CV on file for future driving opportunities, in line with GDPR requirements. You may request the removal of your details at any time.TPBN1_UKTJ

About the role. As part of the development of our Digital Services function, we are strengthening internal digital capability within the Data Team. These roles are central to building sustainable in-house expertise that supports the design, development, and delivery of digital solutions across the transport network. A key focus of this campaign is creating new opportunities, and as a result, we are recruiting Lead Data Architects. This is a pivotal role within the organisation. In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders to define data strategies, principles, and objectives. You will take an active role in technical and business design authorities, ensuring systems are designed, upgraded, managed, decommissioned, and archived in line with data policies across the full data lifecycle. You will lead the design of data flows and translating business requirements into effective data architecture, while providing oversight and guidance to other data architects. Working in partnership with technical architects, you will ensure consistency, strong governance, and that the organisations systems align with agreed data architecture principles, enabling better use of trusted data for decision-making. This is a hybrid role, requiring two days per week in the office, based at any National Highways office location. • Take an active role in technical and business design authorities, approving data strategies and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives., • Work with business unit representatives and senior stakeholders to define data strategies, principles, and objectives that meet business needs., • Provide assurance through verification and validation that systems are designed, upgraded, managed, decommissioned, and archived in line with data policies across the full data lifecycle., • Lead the design of data flows and translating business requirements into effective data architecture and supporting the interpretation of needs at a strategic level., • Provide oversight and guidance, ensuring consistent standards are applied, supporting data dictionary management, and working with technical architects to align systems with agreed data architecture principles., • Embed data governance, quality, and assurance across the full data lifecycle, ensuring compliance with organisational policy, responsible use of AI, strong metadata management, and high data quality standards. Governance is enabled through Unity Catalog and Microsoft Purview. About you. • Ability to communicate effectively between technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex data concepts into clear insights, facilitating discussions across multidisciplinary teams, and confidently managing differing perspectives., • Strong understanding of data modelling, covering the design, how they interact over multiple subject areas and industry standards., • Experience in metadata management and data standards, including maintaining accurate repositories, conducting impact analysis, and ensuring data is governed, consistent, and compliant across systems., • Proven capability to translate business challenges into scalable data architecture solutions, working across multiple domains to identify common approaches and deliver coherent, end-to-end designs., • Demonstrated leadership behaviours, including driving continuous improvement and innovation, building collaborative relationships, communicating a clear vision, and making informed, evidence-based decisions that align with organisational objectives. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve Englands motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. The Digital Services Directorate is helping to reshape the way National Highways operates by delivering digital, data, and technology services across all areas, from frontline to back office, in a modern and efficient manner. Our vision is to develop integrated information and technology that empowers our colleagues and provides real-time information to our customers, as well as integrating with intelligent vehicle and transport systems as they evolve, to enhance journey safety and reliability. External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. About Us Why you should join us At National Highways we believe in a connected country. We are passionate about creating a culture where colleagues feel connected, included and enjoy greater wellbeing to achieve this. Were proud that as an organisation we are continually striving to do better and actively encourage and support our colleagues to do the same with their careers. So, if you put safety first, take ownership of your work, show passion for what you do, work effectively in a team, and demonstrate integrity in how you do it then youll be a great fit for our organisation. A connected and sustainable working approach has been adopted across National Highways. For some roles, this means being able to work in a hybrid way spending up to 60% of time working from a remote location such as home. Please wait until the interview stage before asking us about flexibility, and we will explore what is possible. Our benefits package • Our total reward package includes basic salary, the potential for a performance related bonus, • Contributory pension scheme with employer contribution of up to 10%, • Annual Leave starting at 26 days (plus Bank Holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 31 days (plus Bank Holidays), • Flexible hours and an approach driven by connected and sustainable working which includes hybrid working, • Life assurance of 4 times annual salary, • Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and network of mental health first aiders. Plus access to a wellbeing app to enhance your self-care 24/7, Occupational health service and flu vaccines, • A cycle to work scheme for the purchase of a bicycle and equipment for healthy, low carbon travel, • Significant investment in your career development, through learning and development, talent management, coaching, mentoring and on job experience And we are • Family friendly with enhanced maternity leave and pay, paternity leave (15 days), shared parental leave, adoption leave. Plus access to financial support for holiday play schemes and paid special leave (up to 5 days pa), eg for caring responsibilities, • Money friendly with access to a discounts platform including over 3000 discounts for supermarkets, eating out, leisure, holidays. Alongside a financial wellbeing programme, • Community friendly offering paid leave to volunteer, 3 days basic/year If you are successful, it is key to know all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory completion of our pre-employment checks which include: • Right to work check, • 3 year employment history references, • DBS criminal record check, • Social media and adverse journalism check, • Driving licence check (if applicable), • Fit to work questionnaire (for all), followed by a medical check (if applicable), • Qualifications and/or professional membership check (if applicable) And finally We reserve the right to close before the advertisement expires. JBRP1_UKTJ

Conference & Banqueting Manager, The Bedford Swan Hotel Up to £33,000 per annum + TRONC up to £50 per week Job Summary The Bedford Swan Hotel, located right on the Great Ouse River, is one of Bedford's landmark hotels. A busy 137-bedroom hotel with a thermal spa, high-end brasserie, afternoon tea room, and a thriving Conference & Banqueting department, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences. We are part of Distinct Group Ltd, operating hotels and hospitality venues focused on service excellence, teamwork, and guest experience. We are proud members of the Hoteliers' Charter, committed to fairness, inclusion, and employee wellbeing. We are looking for an experienced Conference & Banqueting Manager who is passionate about hospitality, thrives in a fast-paced operational environment, and enjoys leading high-performing teams. This is a hands-on management role responsible for the overall leadership, organisation, and delivery of our conferences, meetings, weddings, private events, and banqueting operation, ensuring every event exceeds our guests' expectations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Conference & Banqueting Manager, Events Operations Manager, or an ambitious Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager ready to take the next step within a prestigious hotel. What you will be doing You will lead the day-to-day operation of the hotel's Conference & Banqueting department, ensuring exceptional guest service and flawless operational delivery across conferences, meetings, weddings, private dining, and special events. You will take responsibility for planning staffing levels, managing rotas and labour costs, overseeing event set-up and service delivery, and ensuring every function room is presented to the highest possible standard. You will lead the Conference & Banqueting team by example, creating a positive, engaged, and high-performing culture. Working closely with the Food & Beverage Operations Manager, Head Chef, Sales & Events Team, and wider hotel management team, you will ensure every event runs seamlessly from handover through to completion. You will proactively resolve guest issues, drive service standards, monitor financial performance, manage stock and equipment, and ensure all food safety, licensing, and health & safety requirements are fully complied with. You will also recruit, coach, train and develop your team, conduct regular performance reviews, identify future talent, and continually look for opportunities to improve service standards, guest satisfaction, and departmental profitability. What you will bring to the team You will have previous management experience within Conference & Banqueting, Events Operations, or Food & Beverage in a busy hotel environment. You will be a confident leader with proven experience managing weddings, conferences, and large-scale events whilst motivating teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will possess excellent organisational and communication skills, be commercially aware, and understand how to manage labour costs, maximise productivity, and maintain consistently high service standards. You will be calm under pressure, highly organised, and passionate about developing people while creating memorable guest experiences. Experience managing budgets, rotas, stock control, and departmental KPIs would be highly advantageous. What's on Offer? Up to £38,000 per annum + TRONC. 42.5-hour contract. Genuine career development within a growing hotel group. Staff discounts on accommodation, food, and beverage. Access to retail, leisure, and lifestyle discount platform. Wellbeing support, including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP. Cycle to Work and pension schemes. Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year rewards. Length of Service rewards. If Bedford Swan Hotel sounds like the perfect place for your next career move, we would love to hear from you. Send us your CV and tell us why you would be the perfect fit for our team. TPBN1_UKTJ

We have an exciting opportunity for a Caseworker to join the team in West Cumberland, working 30 hours a week. This role is offered as a homebased role but with the expectation to travel across Cumberland. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafe Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role As an Independent Victim Advocate you will: deliver excellent services to adult victims of crime through the direct provision of information, practical and emotional help from the point of crime and where appropriate, onwards throughout the criminal justice process. help people cope and recover from the effects of crime. act as a single point of contact, undertaking effective need and risk assessments. coordinate the overall delivery of the cope and recovery plan and recovery journey, working closely with other service providers to meet the needs of victims. You will need: Previous experience delivering a service and working directly with service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting Previous experience of working with vulnerable adults and/or families To be able to work without direct supervision, prioritising work and managing competing demands The ability to complete needs and risk assessments To demonstrate empathy Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible. TPBN1_UKTJ