Total 80 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1HG

Overview of department:
We are Electronics Engineering. We are growing, dedicated and we work as a team to deliver our projects.

Responsibilities:
Your role as a Engineering Project Manager (EPM) is to deliver our most complex and priority projects to time, cost and quality; to drive the design, development and delivery of our highly complex electronic sub-systems, from concept through into full production. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a senior member of the project management team; someone who will contribute to our delivery strategy.

Skillset/experience required:
Someone with drive, passion and commitment who has:
* Experience of Project Management best practice: Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Compliance Management, Configuration Management and Earned Value Management.
* Experience of delivering significant project/programmes on time and to cost.
* Experience of project management across the various phases; from project conception and initiation through manufacture and qualification to customer delivery.
* A background in engineering development, ideally of complex systems or electronic units.
* Individuals with excellent communication skills; able to influence others to their way of thinking;
* Organised with an eye for detail and a sense of pride in what they deliver

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Qualified Business Partner - Construction
Temp to Perm for the ideal candidate
£400 - £600 day rate (dependent on level of experience)
Initially, 3 months, but could become permanent for the right candidate.
Hybrid (Initial weeks in the office)
37.5 hours a week. There may be extra hours due to workload.



Reporting to the Finance Director, the Finance Business Partner will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and control of the Operating Unit's (Contract to Cash/Project based) financial reporting processes, including the month-end process and preparation of the quarterly forecast. Working closely with the FD, the FBP will: attend and provide scrutiny in project review meetings, be a key conduit between the OU leadership and projects, and provide timely and accurate financial information in accordance with company policies and procedures.
What you'll do:

• Oversee the production of the monthly management accounts (Order to Gross Income & Cash) ensuring accurate and timely reporting for review with the Finance Director and Commercial Director.
• Review project monthly Cost and Value Reconciliations, ensuring concepts such as project revenue, margin (POCC and earned), WIP, accruals, prepayments, and provisions are recorded, compliant with policy and procedures, and reported accurately by projects.
• Attend monthly project review meetings and quarterly project forecasting and reporting meetings, applying your existing knowledge of contract accounting and commercial awareness to scrutinise project performance.
• Assist with the production of the OU's quarterly forecasting pack, working closely with the FD and CD to ensure that risks, opportunities, project profit-take, BMW, bell curve, and phasing are all appropriately reflected and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Review monthly project balance sheets to ensure they accurately reflect the true project position (operationally and commercially) and that key risks and opportunities on each project are understood.
• Review project cash positions (including approval of project bank account cash transfers) with project accountants to ensure cash to gross income differences are understood and communicated to commercial and operations teams on site.
• Build and develop relationships with operational and commercial leads to the extent that you are seen as a trusted finance business partner that ensures accountability and ownership of financial forecasts and reports for each project.
• Lead and develop a team of 4 direct line reports.

What you'll bring to the role:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA) with experience of leading teams, particularly within construction/infrastructure.
• Experienced in long-term contract accounting within construction/infrastructure.
• Awareness of NEC contracts and options, with an ability to challenge commercial terminology and assumptions.
• The ability to deputise for the OU FD at meetings/events in their absence.
• Understanding and experience of CVR's.
• Experience of liaising directly with internal and external auditors on project accounting matters.
• Experience of influencing the decision-making of senior stakeholders.
• Strong communication and analytical skills with attention to detail and capable of seeing the big picture.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and IT skills - experience of ERP (Oracle) is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Qualified Business Partner - Construction
Temp to Perm for the ideal candidate
£400 - £600 day rate (dependent on level of experience)
Initially, 3 months, but could become permanent for the right candidate.
Hybrid (Initial weeks in the office)
47.5 hours a week. There may be extra hours due to workload.



Reporting to the Finance Director, the Finance Business Partner will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and control of the Operating Unit's (Contract to Cash/Project based) financial reporting processes, including the month-end process and preparation of the quarterly forecast. Working closely with the FD, the FBP will: attend and provide scrutiny in project review meetings, be a key conduit between the OU leadership and projects, and provide timely and accurate financial information in accordance with company policies and procedures.
What you'll do:

• Oversee the production of the monthly management accounts (Order to Gross Income & Cash) ensuring accurate and timely reporting for review with the Finance Director and Commercial Director.
• Review project monthly Cost and Value Reconciliations, ensuring concepts such as project revenue, margin (POCC and earned), WIP, accruals, prepayments, and provisions are recorded, compliant with policy and procedures, and reported accurately by projects.
• Attend monthly project review meetings and quarterly project forecasting and reporting meetings, applying your existing knowledge of contract accounting and commercial awareness to scrutinise project performance.
• Assist with the production of the OU's quarterly forecasting pack, working closely with the FD and CD to ensure that risks, opportunities, project profit-take, BMW, bell curve, and phasing are all appropriately reflected and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Review monthly project balance sheets to ensure they accurately reflect the true project position (operationally and commercially) and that key risks and opportunities on each project are understood.
• Review project cash positions (including approval of project bank account cash transfers) with project accountants to ensure cash to gross income differences are understood and communicated to commercial and operations teams on site.
• Build and develop relationships with operational and commercial leads to the extent that you are seen as a trusted finance business partner that ensures accountability and ownership of financial forecasts and reports for each project.
• Lead and develop a team of 4 direct line reports.

What you'll bring to the role:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA) with experience of leading teams, particularly within construction/infrastructure.
• Experienced in long-term contract accounting within construction/infrastructure.
• Awareness of NEC contracts and options, with an ability to challenge commercial terminology and assumptions.
• The ability to deputise for the OU FD at meetings/events in their absence.
• Understanding and experience of CVR's.
• Experience of liaising directly with internal and external auditors on project accounting matters.
• Experience of influencing the decision-making of senior stakeholders.
• Strong communication and analytical skills with attention to detail and capable of seeing the big picture.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and IT skills - experience of ERP (Oracle) is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

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

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

My client is an independent Civil Engineering Contractor , They specialise in the power, utilities, and construction sectors.

Due to planned growth and an influx of work in the Hertfordshire area, they are looking to appoint, on a permanent basis, a Project Manager with a solid background in Civil Engineering Projects.

The company are ideally seeking an individual with experience within Civils/power/Uitiles that resides in the Hertfordshire / Cambridgeshire area that can run a portfolio of works in the region.

The initial project is valued at circa £3.5m and involves the construction of a new substation located between Luton and Stansted Airport.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

Site delivery team, inclusive of - Site Manager, Foreman, Gangers, Machine operators and operatives

Role definition: Efficiently and safely manage project(s) contributing to increasing the number of projects profitably delivered.

Ensuring safe and effective delivery whilst managing the expectations and relationship of the client and ensuring that projects deliver against all defined objectives.

Work in collaboration with various departments/areas of the supply chain and stakeholders to ensure works are delivered to the highest possible standard regarding quality, time, safety and value.

Project Manager job description/person specification:

Significantly contribute to continuous improvement in project management processes and construction standards, quality, safety and value across the group.

Project Manager's experience and competence:

1. Proven experience of managing multiple high complexity projects within the relevant discipline.
2. 10 years or more experience preferred. Experience of managing projects £2m plus.
3. Proven experience of managing multiple high complexity Design & Build Projects throughout the project lifecycle.
4. Degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline (essential).
5. Chartered membership of appropriate professional body (not essential).
6. Knowledge of all aspects of successful project management.
7. Excellent commercial awareness and proven experience of delivering profitable works.
8. Experience of risk and risk management.
9. Proficient in the use of personal computer and business applications/software etc.
10. Valid driving licence and willingness to travel throughout UK.
11. Can do attitude.

If this role seems like something of interest , apply and a relevant consultant will be in touch.

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Email-Tjordan@frlondon.co.uk

Your new company
Hays is working with a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation in the digital marketing sector, looking for an agile administrator to join the team. This client is committed to excellence and innovation, providing a supportive environment for professional growth.
Your new role
As a project administrator, you will work closely with the project manager, account manager, project buyers, and other team members to ensure the timely and accurate completion of project tasks and documentation.
You will be the go-to expert on internal system processes and requirements, ensuring all materials are completed correctly and on time. Your proactive approach will help anticipate and execute project details, supporting the larger team effort. You will also advise team members on necessary actions to complete project tasks, ensuring all documentation is thorough and timely.
Key Responsibilities:

• Create, update, and maintain spreadsheets, unfunded reports, and internal system documentation.
• Create and manage delivery notes, commercial invoices, and carton labels, including barcode labels using specialised software.
• Raise and revise orders using our OMS system (The Hub).
• Coordinate services as directed by the Team Buyer and Project Manager
• Maintain team minutes and create server project folders, ensuring accurate archiving.
• Attend weekly team meetings and maintain activity logs.
• Serve as the expert user of client online systems, supporting the team.
• Adjust and report stock levels for projects as needed.
• Book couriers and handle packing boxes.
• Manage internal logs and handle order confirmations, job close requests, job cost transfers, billing, and purchase orders.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proficiency in IT packages, including Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
• Adaptable, can work in a fast pace and high pressure environment
• Able to prioritise and manage time effectively
• Initiative to anticipate and complete tasks without extensive direction.
• The ability to multitask and work across various teams and project details simultaneously.
  
  What you'll get in return
• A supportive and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Agile working after training period.
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Parking available

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

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Senior Project Manager - Facilities Management - Stevenage - £80,000 plus excellent benefits.

This company, a National player in the FM world, require a Senior Project Manager to be based on one their world class clients site based in Stevenage. The Project Manager will be an astute, analytical minded individual tasked with proactively ensuring, in a front-line, hands-on fashion, the cost effective and timely deliverance of projects and maintaining excellence in Facilities Management.

An outstanding opportunity to become part of truly first-rate facilities and play an integral role in substantiating its operational excellence.

Salary: £80,000 plus excellent benefits.

Benefits to include 25 Days Holiday + BH, Private Healthcare, Company Pension, Company Sick Pay, Flex Benefits scheme.

Location: Stevenage

Hours of work: 8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday

Main Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the P&L and to lead and direct operational activities in order to maintain and improve VFM.
• Develop strong relationships with customers staff and their representatives applying Key Account Management principles in order to foster good working relationships at every level and optimise the commercial position.
• Lead and inspire the delivery teams and employees toward the cost-effective delivery of contractual obligations in such a way to meet all stakeholders' expectations
• Conduct joint site inspections and audits with stakeholders - ensuring actions are disseminated appropriately and actions closed out in an agreed timeframe.
• Engage in tender activities with supply chain and partners - developing cost effective delivery solutions for the client.
• Develop cost effective mobilisation, transition and operational plans to ensure that the commercial and operational deliverables are met within agreed timescales
• Responsible for the production and implementation of project programmes.
• Ensure that all operational activities are conducted in accordance with standard policies and procedures: Health, Safety, Quality and the Environment, Financial Reporting, Commercial and legislative, HR and Employee Welfare, Standards of Conduct and Code of Ethics

The Ideal Candidate:

• Willing to travel with a full UK driving licence.
• A thorough knowledge of project services within the UK in the Building Services/Facilities Management industry.
• An effective and progressive leader with experience of directing and developing multi-disciplined teams across wide geographical territories
• An experienced leader of change with the ability to lead and direct others towards acceptance of new business ideas, methods and working practices. A clear understanding of transformational leadership and an ability to change organisations, culture and behaviours
• A driver of people and projects with a very strong commercial awareness and a track record of achievement on complex and demanding contracts and accounts
• A proven track record of setting up and managing supply chain partners, multiple suppliers and sub-contractors
• Strong commercial acumen
• Determination and resilience to achieve objectives and targets when faced with increasing operational difficulties. An ability to identify and drive through 'win-win' solutions when even under considerable or sustained pressure

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The Altro Group (Altro and Autoglym) have an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Business Partner to join our friendly Human Resources team here in Letchworth Garden City looking after our Commercial and Marketing functions. This is a hybrid position, working full time Monday to Friday, on a permanent basis.

As well as an exciting opportunity and a competitive salary, what do we have offer?


Hybrid working - providing flexibility around both home and office working
Holiday entitlement starts at 25 days (pro rata); if you need a little extra... you can buy some more
Private Medical cover with Bupa
A defined contribution pension scheme
Hopefully never needed, but from day one you will be covered by our life assurance scheme
Occupational Sick Pay and an onsite Occupational Health Service
Confidential 24-hour life management and personal support service for you and your family
Free eye tests
A paid day off each year to take part in our volunteering scheme
Don’t worry about getting parked...we have free car parking at all our sites
We offer long service awards
Learning and Development - training and development support, no matter where you are in your career
A variety of social events across the group, including the company Christmas party.
It might be a long way off but we know it’s not always easy to stop working so we provide advice and support to ease the transition to retirement.


So as a Human Resources Business Partner, what will you be doing?

Reporting into the HR Manager and working alongside one other HRBP, and part of the wider HR Team, you will provide support and advice to your client group, ensuring that the Altro Group have the correct structure and resources to meet current and future business needs.

You will add value to both Altro and Autoglym by ensuring that the best people are attracted, recruited, trained and retained, in line with the needs of the business.

You will provide a generalist human resources service to specific divisions/areas of the company, ensuring that the Group is up to date on employment legislation and that policies are introduced and updated, as well as keeping an eye on future trends, ensuring a best practice approach with everything we do (we recently modernised our approach to performance management, by replacing annual appraisals and competency framework with regular informal check-ins).

An important part of your role will be to ensure that the Group provides a working environment where employees are treated fairly, and with respect, and to provide all staff with the support they need to achieve their full potential.

You will also be working closely with the other HR colleagues, ensuring great teamwork and sharing of knowledge.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who has previous experience in an HR generalist role with a strong customer focus, commercial awareness and excellent judgement/ability to influence. You will also have exceptional organisation and communication skills, as well as being a flexible team player.

It’s not just about your experience, we believe that if you have the right attitude and enthusiasm, then we have the right tools to help you be successful in your new role with us!

So, who are The Altro Group?

There are two trading divisions Altro, a leading British manufacturer and supplier of premium flooring and wall cladding systems for construction and transport, and Autoglym, a leading British manufacturer and supplier of premium vehicle valeting products. We have been going strong since 1919! Family owned and run, we share family values; we care about you, each other and are passionate about what we do.

We truly believe in creating a workplace that’s supportive, forward-thinking, and, most importantly, enjoyable. We value innovation, collaboration, and personal development - so while you’ll be helping others grow, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop your own skills too.

Head to our Life_at_altro and Life_at_Autoglym Instagram pages to find out more about us.

Everyone is welcome for who they are, no matter what their background is or how they identify. We appreciate that everyone is different and with that diverse uniqueness we can all thrive. “We don’t want you to just work here. We want you to belong here.”

Sounds like a great opportunity? Click apply today…We can’t wait to hear from you.

Exciting opportunity for graduates! Join a leading technology company revolutionizing retail investment as a Business Operations Executive. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth and efficient functioning of the business operations, facilitating collaboration across teams and supporting the delivery of exceptional service to the clients.

Business Operations Coordinator (based in Elstree, Salary: £25K - £30k)

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Coordinating and facilitating communication between various departments to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Assisting in the planning and execution of marketing initiatives and campaigns to promote our platform and services.
- Supporting the webinar hosting activities, including content creation, scheduling, and participant engagement.
- Conducting research and analysis to identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization.
- Assisting with account management tasks, including client communication and relationship management.
- Providing administrative support to senior management as needed.

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and interpret data to drive decision-making.

Here are the benefits of this job:

- Competitive salary of £25k - £30k upwards
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing company.
- Exposure to the dynamic world of retail investment and financial services.

Work Permissions: You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Step Teachers are a preferred supplier for Teach in Herts; as a part of our ongoing success in building and retaining relationships with many schools and academy trusts in the area we are currently looking for a Business Studies Teacher. This Business Studies Teacher role is full time in a Secondary School in Watford starting in November. This is an ongoing long term supply role with the potential to be made permanent in the future.

This combined Secondary School and Sixth Form has a drive for every child to student to not only succeed but also thrive with their education and develop a love of learning in the process. The school has been rated ‘Good’ under the former Ofsted ratings for schools and prides themselves the cohesive learning community of the school.

Business Studies Teacher Role:

• Strong knowledge of the Business Studies curriculum
• Organised and professional maintenance of the classroom and the associated resources
• Work effectively with other members of staff, both within the department and throughout the school
• Ability to assess students, monitor their progress, and provide constructive feedback
• Able to plan and deliver engaging and comprehensive lessons
• Compliance with the schools’ policies and the reliable implementation of these

Business Studies Teacher Requirements:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent qualification for teaching in Secondary School
• Have recent mainstream school-based experience as a Business Studies Teacher
• Have a good level of classroom and behaviour management
• A relevant Business Studies related degree is desirable.
• SEND experience is desirable

Why Step Teachers?
With over 20 years in supplying educational professionals across North London, Hertfordshire, East Anglia and Plymouth, we have and continue to build long-standing; exclusive relationships with many schools and academy trusts across these regions. We have a resolute team that will support and nurture your career at Step Teachers. 

Step Teachers are an agency listed as an approved supplier on the Crown Commercial Service and are proud to be REC audited. This ensures we are carrying out comprehensive checks in line with the REC Code of Professional Practice and are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Upon registration, candidates will be subject to a variety of checks including an enhanced DBS check, full references including your most recent employer and eligibility to work in the UK. 

Weekly pay is processed through PAYE. High street, travel, gym membership and many other exclusive discounts, along with physical and emotional wellbeing services as standard with our pay portal. 

Recommend a friend and both you and the person you recommend receive £100 each in Amazon vouchers and a chance to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today! 

What skills and experience we're looking for

Following the retirement of the current post-holder, we invite applications for the role of School Business Manager. Water Leys Primary School is situated in Wigston, Leicestershire. Our CARE values permeate all aspects of our school. The successful candidate will work in a thriving school and be supported by our Senior Management Team as we continue to provide the very best education for our pupils.

We are looking for a unique person who can join our team as soon as possible. Our current post-holder is retiring in December 2024. We are seeking a School Business Manager who can bring skill and expertise and who understands the positive impact that the School Business Manager can have in a successful primary school.

As our School Business Manager, your office is that vital first point of contact for parents, carers and visitors which makes your appointment central to our school’s continued success.

The School Business Manager we appoint will need to use their initiative and skill in supporting the school to maintain the learning environments we currently have, whilst constantly seeking ways to develop the school further.

The ability to be creative, identify funding opportunities and to think strategically is critical. You will need excellent interpersonal skills and will have line management responsibilities for our office and facilities staff. You will play an important role as part of our Senior Leadership Team. You will be focussed on making sure that together we make the most of every penny we have to improve outcomes for all of our wonderful pupils.

What the school offers its staff

Our school was rated as “Good” by Ofsted in April 2024 and we were delighted to have so much great practice and care highlighted which supports the children and families who are part of our community. Our vision at Water Leys is: “Working together, learning forever!” Our CARE values of CARE, Collaboration, Aspiration, Resilience and Enquiry are central to all we do. We believe that knowing pupils and their families is vital.

Our staff team are friendly and supportive and there will be training and handover support depending on identified need.

If, after reading the job description and person specification, this role is something you are still interested in, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Interested candidates are also invited to make an appointment to visit our wonderful school. Alternatively, please make an appointment to speak to have a confidential chat with myself, the headteacher, Mark Westmoreland.

Commitment to safeguarding

Water Leys Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. All candidates must ensure that they can provide two references prior to interview.

This role will manage the Health Side Workforce, rotas, and level of cover to meet the needs of the service. Report to Deputy Head of Service any staffing issues Develop and implement a content management system to ensure information is properly managed and best practice is shared across the team, Directorate, and the wider NHS organisation. Take a lead in the coordination of training & development and recruitment activity across the Team. Lead on training and development for all Bandings and Staff Groups cross the trust. Oversight and management along with the Head of service, of all aspects of the Team budgets The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job holder will carry out any other duties as a Discharge planning Nurse and that may reasonably be required by their line manager. The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of IDT.

A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.


This is a full time position within the Integrated Discharge Team.

The post holder will support the Head of Department and their team to ensure that their workstream of programmes are planned and managed effectively and take the lead in assisting in their successful delivery.

Manage the Team’s business support function, including developing and managing the team’s business plan, progress and reporting risk and issue management.



The post holder will be required to maintain constructive relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.

Participate in relevant internal and external working groups/projects, services, and initiatives to provide, information and analytical advice and expertise.

Supporting the Discharge liaison Officers Develop and implement data collection systems that will provide accurate and timely data.

Present information and issues, explaining highly complex issues, to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

To liaise with other Managers to share best practice.

To manage and Maintain a Training programme for all Staff groups and Banding, both face to face as well as producing and updating online training.
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net

If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.


This role will manage the Health Side Workforce, rotas, and level of cover to meet the needs of the service.

Report to Deputy Head of Service any staffing issues

Develop and implement a content management system to ensure information is properly managed and best practice is shared across the team, Directorate, and the wider NHS organisation.

Take a lead in the coordination of training & development and recruitment activity across the Team.

Lead on training and development for all Bandings and Staff Groups cross the trust.

Oversight and management along with the Head of service, of all aspects of the Team budgets

The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job holder will carry out any other duties as a Discharge planning Nurse and that may reasonably be required by their line manager.

The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of IDT.


This advert closes on Sunday 13 Oct 2024

A community based independent Opticians based in Watford are looking for a new full time Optometrist to join the team.

The practice has been established in the area for 6 years and is the only independent in the area. It has quickly developed a reputation for the highest levels of patient care, utilising the very best equipment.

Optometrist - Role

• Single testing room practice
• 30 Min tests
• Very relaxed way of working
• Small team
• Advanced equipment including a Phoropter and an OCT
• Paperless practice
• New Director with ambitious plans
• Full time role including Saturdays
• 10am to 6pm (5pm on a Fri and Sat)
• You can leave early if no patients are booked in
• Opportunity to be hands on outside of the testing room, helping with dispensing etc
• Salary between £50,000 to £60,000
• Annual pay reviews
• Free parking close by
• Closest stations - Carpenders Park

Optometrist - Requirements

• Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
• A focus on patient experience and high quality care
• Comfortable communicating in a variety of situations
• Happy working in a small team

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job Title:

Teacher of Business & Economics

Salary:

MPS/UPS

Full Time

Purpose:

To deliver to students a balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum in your taught subject; to support subject developments; to monitor, assess and report upon student progress, and to contribute to raising subject standards.

Responsible to:

Head of Business & Economics

Dimensions:

Students:

(i) To ensure that students’ prior attainment data is used to inform planning and teaching of assigned classes

(ii) To maintain records, monitor and report upon student progress and attainment in assigned classes

(iii) To contribute to the development of effective teaching and learning styles as this relates to your taught subject(s)

(iv) To ensure that an effective ‘climate for learning’ is in place in the assigned classes

Staff:

(i) To assist the Head of Department in ensuring that teaching in your subject is of high quality and contributes to the department’s improvement plan

(ii) To participate in staff development activities provided within the department and whole school

Principal Accountabilities:

(i) To deliver, as directed, syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, assessment and marking policies and teaching strategies so that student needs can be met

(ii) To report student progress in your subject to the Head of Department and to parents/carers

(iii) To contribute to the department improvement plans so that the quality of teaching and learning in your subject can be continuously improved

Competencies:

Passion for learning:

creating a learning environment that supports students in their learning and encourages them to become confident, independent learners

Challenge and support:

caring for the students and expressing positive expectations

Managing students:

directing, enthusing, and motivating students so that effective learning takes place in an orderly learning environment.

Confidence:

show confidence and a willingness to take on challenges

Team working:

work with others in the department to achieve shared goals

Knowledge and Experience:

• A degree in a relevant subject
• Teaching qualification
• Previous A level teaching

Other Specific Duties:

• To continue personal development as agreed at appraisal reviews
• To engage actively in the appraisal review process
• To address the appraisal targets set by the line manager each Autumn Term
• To play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its distinctive aim and ethos and to encourage staff and students to follow this example
• To support the school in meeting its legal requirements for worship
• To promote actively the school’s corporate policies
• To comply with the school’s Health and Safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate
• To show a record of excellent attendance and punctuality
• To adhere to the school’s Dress Code
• To undertake any other reasonable duty delegated by the Principal

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified.

Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.

Employees are expected to be courteous to colleagues and provide a welcoming environment to visitors and telephone callers.

The school will endeavor to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.

What the school offers its staff

Information about Goffs and the Generations Multi Academy Trust

Welcome to our information pack about Goffs and the Generations Multi Academy Trust. We are a mixed 11-18 comprehensive Academy with approximately 1,600 students on roll, including a thriving and successful Sixth Form. Our Academy is extremely popular in the local area, with an average of over 800 applications annually for the 240 places available, and significant waiting lists for places across the year groups. On intake our students are of a level of prior attainment significantly above that of the national average. We are, though, a true comprehensive school and welcome a mix of students of all levels of prior attainment.

The school has been awarded the International Schools Award twice, Investors in People status three times, and has Sportsmark Gold and Artsmark Silver. We also hold the Secondary Geography Quality Mark, as well as being a designated Leading Edge School, and chairing the national Leadership Partner School network.

Professional Working and Learning Environment

Our school was among those named as part of a £2billion Government scheme, the Priority Schools Building Programme. As a result, Goffs received a completely new build and facilities, and moved into them in January 2017. The school has further invested in an additional new building, which opened in April 2022, which includes 8 brand-new classrooms, as well as a state-of-the-art fitness centre run by Lifestyle Fitness, with whom we work in close partnership.

This significant investment of funds by the Department for Education is a further recognition of the outstanding work being undertaken by the school, and represents another fantastic opportunity for our community. Our school building provides a light, modern, professional and fit for purpose working environment for all.

The Generations Multi Academy Trust

GMAT is a cross-phase Multi Academy Trust based in Cheshunt, currently comprising two secondaries and one primary - Goffs, Goffs-Churchgate and Flamstead End School. It is our hope that a further primary, Andrews Lane School, will join our partnership from November 2024. Across the piece, GMAT currently has just under 3,000 students in its care and employs just under 400 staff. From Spring 2023, the MAT opened nursery provision on the Goffs-Churchgate site, with subsidised and term-time only places for staff. The nursery is run by Ashbourne Nurseries - https://ashbournedaynurseries.com/

The MAT is extremely clear about its daily purpose, reflected in its motto of “No Set Destiny for Any Child.” All of our schools, leaders and staff fiercely believe in the life-changing nature of education and work tirelessly to that end, day in and day out. There is no set destiny for any of the children in our care; rather, our daily work across the piece allows children to forge new futures and destinies.

Flamstead End School is a thriving primary school in Cheshunt with approximately 485 children on roll. It has a Preschool, 60-place nursery offering 30 hours provision and two classes per year group from Reception to Year 6. Flamstead End is a 'Therapeutic Thinking' school and seeks to understand and support children's behaviour so that they are able to learn and achieve to the best of their ability. The school is a tight knit community, with a well-established staff who care for one another and the children in their charge.

Goffs-Churchgate is a fully mixed comprehensive school for 11-16 year olds, with just over 600 students on roll. The school has rightly established a very strong reputation for both its academic outcomes and its close-knit, nurturing community, receiving over 600 applications for 120 places for 2024 admission. The decision to cap student numbers at 600 is entirely deliberate, enabling us to maintain a strong sense of community where everybody knows everybody else.

Goffs is a mixed 11-18 comprehensive Academy with approximately 1,600 students on roll, including a thriving and successful Sixth Form. The school is also extremely popular in the local area, with an average of over 800 applications annually for the 240 places available, and significant waiting lists for places across the year groups.

All of our schools enjoy extremely high levels of applications and are over-subscribed. The schools are within close proximity of each other and share many activities, including CPD for staff. One of the Trust’s fundamental principles is that no one school is in any way more important or successful than the other. As such, CPD and other events are rotated through schools in the Trust, with everyone learning from and sharing with each other. This collegiate and collaborative approach permeates our Trust.

Staff and students work in modern, professional environments, with all schools benefitting from recent building projects including a full, £20million rebuild at Goffs. The facilities provide light, modern, professional and a fit for purpose working environment for all.

Notwithstanding a highly challenging funding situation for schools generally, the MAT remains financially secure. Finances are overseen by a Chief Finance Officer with considerable financial expertise in the private sector. The Trust deliberately created an Income Generation function, and extensive lettings and business development work now takes place across all sites in the MAT. This additional income – now yielding in excess of £500k per annum – underpins generous levels of staffing at our schools, plus many “extras” that would otherwise be unaffordable in the current funding climate.

Our schools pride themselves on their sense of community – both within the school itself, and in the wider locality. Visitors to our schools unfailingly comment on a very real sense of community, coupled with warmth and pride. Our schools are members of Cheshunt Extended Services (ChExS), offering a variety of extended school and community-based activities for both students and parents. Our students actively support local charity work such as the Isabel Hospice and maintain strong links with our local primary schools.

Our schools are proud to be truly community-based schools, with students and staff from different religions and a number of languages spoken in each school. As a Trust we recognise and celebrate what makes us unique and different, and acknowledge that we are also part of one community. Our aim is for everybody to feel valued and respected and we strive hard to ensure we create a positive culture within the schools to enable this to happen.

We are looking forward to further widening our Trust and to working in partnership with both primary schools and further secondaries. Further information about GMAT can be found here: https://generationsmat.com/

Outcomes

Exam results in 2024 reflect another year of huge success for Goffs. The results reflect a 3 year upward trend and an impressive improvement on the excellent outcomes achieved across the headline measures last year.

GCSE highlights include:

• Extremely strong progress scores across the headline measures with results considerably above the national average (Estimated progress 8 score: 0.24)
• Particularly impressive outcomes in English and Maths; both subjects achieved a progress score significantly above the national average. English Language performed particularly strongly at grade 4+ and grade 5+ exceeding the national average of students achieving these grades by 20%. Maths performed particularly strongly at the top end with 28% of students achieving grade 7+. This is very comfortably above the national average of 17%.
• 72% of students achieved grade 4 or above in English and Maths (6% above the national average).
• 52% of students achieved grade 5 or above in English and Maths (6% above the national average).
• 21% of the GCSE grades were at grade 7 or above.
• The percentage of students entering the full Ebacc was 64% which is significantly above the national average of 39%, and the Hertfordshire average of 47%.

At A-Level, continuing the upward trend of recent years, students achieved another excellent set of exam results, including an overall 100% pass rate. 64% of Year 13 students secured a university or college place to start in autumn 2024. The wide range of university or further education courses onto which students have progressed include Law, History, Geography, Maths, Finance, Physics and Biomedical Science, other students have gained places on fiercely competitive apprenticeships in areas such as Civil Engineering and within the NHS. Our Sixth Form has an excellent reputation in the local area, over the past three years the numbers of students applying to join our Sixth Form has continued to increase, such that we now have approximately 400 Sixth Formers within our school community.

Community

Goffs prides itself on its sense of community – both within the school itself, and in the wider locality. Visitors to our school unfailingly comment on a very real sense of community, coupled with warmth and pride. We are members of Cheshunt Extended Services (ChExS), offering a variety of extended school and community based activities for both students and parents. Our students actively support local charity work such as the Isabel Hospice and the Rainbow Trust, and maintain strong links with our local primary schools. In addition, our young Sports Leaders regularly work in primary schools. Goffs runs a ‘G-Involved’ Volunteering programme, where every Sixth Form student completes 20 hours volunteering during the course of the academic year. Students are rewarded through our annual Pride of Goffs Awards evening.

We firmly believe in every student feeling a strong sense of community and on entering the school, each student is placed in one of four Houses: Eagle, Falcon, Hawk and Phoenix. Each House is led by a team of student House Captains and has a clear sense of identity. Regular competitions and assemblies strengthen this sense of community. Each year the House Captains decide on a possible group of charities to support; students in every year then vote on their chosen school charity.Students within eachHouse then arrange a variety of fund raising events throughout the schoolyear. The House which raises the most money in the year for our school charity is awarded the Charity House Shield. Such work is indicative of Goffs students’ ability to empathise with the needs of others, and further develops their capacity to work successfully in a variety of social settings.

We regularly bring visitors from the community into school to work with students, and maintain strong links with our local secondary schools as a partner school in the Broxbourne Partnership. The school building is used for evening, weekend and holiday classes, providing opportunities for a diverse range of users including the Greek School, and local dance and sports groups.

The Goffs Student Leadership Academy actively encourages leadership development through a series of student led groups. We currently have students enrolled in the Leadership Academy from Year 7 to Year 13, with groups including:

• Student Parliament
• Community and Charity Leaders
• House Leaders
• Sports Leaders
• Top Team

The student groupseach have a member of Student Parliament who is responsible for coordinating the group and their projects. Students regularly report back on theirwork and theimpact that it is havingboth in and outside our school community.

A variety of annual school trips give students the opportunities to sample different cultures, whilst an extensive programme of off-site visits provides opportunities for students to experience the diversity that exists within the UK including theatre, galleries and museum visits. Our overseas trips have included Germany, Spain, USA, Czech Republic, Paris, Berlin and Reykjavik, in addition to a student exchange with a school in Beijing, and annual ski trips to countries such as Italy, Andorra or Austria. In addition, we regularly host students from Spain as part of our specialism work.

Goffs is proud to be a truly comprehensive school, with students and staff from different religions and a number of languages spoken in the school. We recognise and celebrate what makes us unique and different, and acknowledge that we are also part of one community. Our aim is for everybody to feel valued and respected and we strive hard to ensure we create a positive culture within the school to enable this to happen.

Care, Guidance and Support

Successful learning takes place when students feel safe, confident, respected and valued, and are engaged. Goffs believes in supporting and nurturing all students in their quest to become successful learners. As such, we place a high value on pastoral care as an integral part of the life of the school.

We promote positive attitudes towards learning and provide a caring and supportive environment within our community. We were delighted to see Ofsted’s comments that “students’ behaviour and attitudes are outstanding” and that “students feel very safe, because bullying is extremely rare and they are very confident that any incidents that concern them will be dealt with swiftly and effectively.” Continuously nurturing, supporting and developing our students is hugely important to us and significant investment is made in the school’s pastoral structures, including our investing in dedicated Learning Mentors for the school.

Staff Development

The Trust has an extremely strong reputation for staff development, for both teaching and support staff. Developing the next generation of school leaders, both middle and senior, plus future Headteachers for those who wish to pursue this, is a responsibility that we take very seriously. We have a full suite of staff leadership development which staff can join be they an ECT or highly experienced colleague.

In addition to whole staff training days, we disaggregate a number of hours for training every year. This allows staff development to be highly personalised as staff can opt for the training which best meets their needs, including the opportunity to do a research project in partnership with Cambridge University. Many use their disaggregated time to coach others or to receive coaching. Moreover, there are specific training sessions for ECTs and other interested staff which run each week after school.

We also place a lot of emphasis on ‘on the job’ training and support. A thorough induction scheme is available to all new staff, and mentors/buddies are assigned to guide you through those new routines. Finally, external courses can of course be booked if, on very rare occasions, we cannot cater for a particular training need in house.

Leadership Development

The Trust’s Leadership Academy encompasses both staff and student leadership development through a series of student led groups and staff leadership pathways. The staff programme specifically provides opportunities for:

• Aspiring Middle Leaders
• Aspiring Senior Leaders

All pathways are personalised for the individual and staff receive one to one support from a mentor alongside working on a whole school project. Both support staff and teaching staff are welcome to join the Leadership Academy at any point in their career.

A full suite of leadership training is offered with a range of sessions including:

• Communicating vision and values
• Developing your leadership approach
• Building a high performing team
• Supporting your team
• Leading your team day to day
• Quality assuring effective teaching
• Observation for improvement
• Using data for impact
• Fostering positive behaviour for learning
• Leading and managing innovation and change

Attendance to all training sessions leads to certification by the SSAT. In addition, we encourage aspirant Senior Leaders to take part in the SSAT ‘Stepping Up to Senior Leadership’ training programme, which includes four external sessions throughout the year. As part of the Trust’s commitment to developing future leaders, a number of the existing Senior Leadership Team across both secondary schools gained experience through an ‘Associate’ SLT position before gaining substantive leadership posts.

Staff Benefits

Alongside our very strong focus on outstanding professional development and promotion opportunities, we also offer a range of benefits including:

Competitive base salary with a tailor made development plan aimed at enhancing your future [earnings] potential through:

• High quality, personalised CPD
• Bespoke leadership development programmes
• Subsidies for Masters and Degree courses
• Secondment and shadowing opportunities
• As part of our Multi Academy Trust, “Generations”, potential to work across more than one school to develop career enhancing skills and knowledge.
• Supported Nursery provision with Ashbourne at any of their nurseries in the Buckinghamshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Northamptonshire, and Bedfordshire area:

• 15% discount for all Trust staff
• Term time only places are available.
• A school day would be 9.00am – 3.00pm
• “Sundries” would be applied to a child taking up a funded only space (e.g. 30 hours funding only). This covers the cost of: meals, snacks, nursery resources


• All staff have access to a wide range of health and wellbeing resources which includes an Employee Assistance Programme via Spectrum.Life who offer a wide range of health and wellbeing resources, plus access to counselling for staff and their immediate family. The EAP service is accessible 24/7, 365 days a year and is a completely free and confidential service
• The MAT adheres to the STPCD for its teaching staff
• Cycle to work scheme
• Onsite car valeting at a reduced price for Trust staff
• Substantially discounted membership to Lifestyle Fitness’s state of the art purpose built gym, at Goffs Academy

Additional financial incentives and tax efficient benefits, including:

• Exam marker payment of £400 plus 2 days paid leave to do the marking (1styear)
• Payments for staff taking weekend sporting fixtures: staff paid £200 for leading a minimum of six Saturday fixtures plus 6 weekly training sessions.
• A daily allowance of £50 for school trips taken over a weekend or any school holiday.
• A £1,000 Employee Referral Scheme (i.e. finder’s fee) for anyqualifying positionsthat you refer the successful candidate for: £500 on the person starting, and £500 if the person is still at the school 12 months later.

Access to a wide range of health and well-being resources including:

• New, professional, and fit for purpose working environments
• Free use of a range of sports and leisure facilities including a fully equipped gym and swimming pool.
• Occupational Health & counselling support
• Free flu jabs
• Subsidised social events
• Free tea, coffee, and milk for staff

Mark Ellis

Principal

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

• Do you have significant business experience engaging with innovative, leading-edge, high growth SMEs at board / C-suite / owner level?
• Have you got an impressive track record of building and maintaining relationships with partners / stakeholders to encourage quality referrals?
• Are you highly motivated to encourage these leading-edge, innovative, high growth SMEs to engage with innovation and growth support, and advice to develop their own long-term growth, innovation and commercialisation plans?

If you’ve answered yes to these questions the role of Regional Business Development Specialist could be for you!

About the role

In this role you will encourage the key decision-maker(s) within growing, leading-edge, innovative, high growth SMEs, with strong commercial potential to significantly improve the UK economy, to engage with Innovate UK Business Growth support to accelerate their growth and achieve scale

Your responsibilities will include:
• Building and maintaining relationships with Innovate UK Family regional colleagues, other business support services and stakeholders in the East of England / East Midlands to raise awareness of and improve the reach and take up of Innovate UK Business Growth services, that result in client referrals to work with innovative high growth and scaling businesses
• Generating leads through networking and identifying innovative businesses with the best growth potential for commercialisation of their ideas
• Representing Innovate UK Business Growth through participating/exhibiting and/or presenting at regional events and contributing to the organisation and planning of a range of promotional and marketing activities
• Managing a pipeline of potential prospects that might develop into future clients
• Using holistic analysis tools to review and diagnose client needs identifying tailored support to address needs
• Keeping up to date on the sources of business support and maximising client referrals to the Innovate UK Family, Exemplas business support, as well as other funded regional business support.


About you

We are looking for someone with previous experience of B2B consultative sales of a service to owners/ boards / C-suite SME clients. In addition, you will be practiced at building referral networks with partner organisations. We are looking for someone with experience of working within a business support organisation who is highly motivated to engage with potential new clients to encourage them to take up Innovate UK Business Growth support and services.

You will also have:
• the ability to carry out general business needs assessments and present results to SME owners and Innovate UK Business Growth colleagues
• awareness and understanding of other sources of business support to which referrals can be made to address needs not directly supported through Innovate UK Business Growth

In addition, you will be able to:
• diplomatically, competently and effectively engage and communicate with people at all levels (internally and externally)
• present and host at events
• be an effective networker
• work independently and use own initiative/be self-motivated as well as working as part of a team
• effectively prioritise multiple demands, make good decisions and action promptly
• use your influencing skills and personal drive to achieve the best outcome for clients

What we offer

• Our FTE pay range is wide with mid-point for this role of £37,188pa
• Car allowance
• Broadband allowance
• Generous, up to 10.5% non-contributory pension scheme
• Ill-health income protection
• Life assurance (Death in Service)
• 26 days holiday (rising to 28 after 2 years’ service, pro rata for part time)
• Flexible and supportive working culture including access to mental health first aiders
• Wellbeing services for employees including access to discounts, employee assistance programme, Mental Health First Aiders, Doctorline and more
• Modern, open space and technology enabled working environment
• Flexible benefits including holiday-buy scheme, eye care vouchers, annual flu vaccination, Cyclescheme.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and value diversity in our workforce. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

About us

We are one of the UK’s foremost business support organisations and for over 25 years, we have provided business advisory services to more than 500,000 small to medium sized businesses on behalf of Government and Private sector organisations. As part of our expert team, you can expect to be empowered to be the best you can and share our company values of Openness (I am keen and willing to engage), Inspiration (I want to be the best that I can be), Conviction (We win, or lose, together) and Accountability (I will take responsibility and ownership). As a business we recognise that giving a superior service to our clients depends on making the most of our people and we aim to give our teams challenging opportunities, recognition for achievement, job enrichment and the maximum flexibility we can.

The fine print
• Please note we are not a Home Office visa sponsorship licence holder and therefore you must be currently eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this role.
• Please read our recruitment privacy notice available on Exemplas website for information about how we process your personal data.