Total 120 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Weybridge, Surrey

We are currently working alongside a well-established independent practice in Weybridge, Surrey to recruit a Optical Assistant to their growing team.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a lovely practice which holds a great reputation for offering the highest levels of service in a relaxed, friendly environment.

Optical Assistant - Role

• Clinically focused independent practice
• All about the patient experience
• Directors who are constantly investing and developing the practice
• Excellent patient reviews
• Wide range of luxury eyewear - Alain Mikli, Cartier, Charmant
• Single testing room practice
• Working in a team of 4-5 people
• Ordering items from suppliers as required
• Working 5 days a week including Saturdays
• Working hours are between 9am to 5.30pm
• Basic salary between £20,000 - £25,000 DOE
• Plus bonus
• Further training available - DO course

Optical Assistant - Requirements

• Experienced Optical Assistant
• Friendly and approachable
• Digitally savvy
• Maintain the high level of customer care expected by patients of the practice
• Ability to learn and want to develop

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

A patient focused group of independent Opticians are looking for a full or part time Optometrist for their well-established Epsom practice.

You will be able to provide patents with a personalised experience, utilising some of the most advanced equipment available.

Optometrist - Role

• Modern independent
• Single testing room
• Small, close knit team
• Loyal patient base
• Focus on patient care
• Providing thorough sight tests to patients - 30 mins
• Advanced equipment - Optomap, OCT, Tonometer, digital slitlamp
• Optix computer system
• Working alongside an experienced Dispensing Optician
• High level of clinical freedom - You decide how to manage the patient, and what lens/contact lenses you want to dispense
• Working 3, 4 or 5 days a week including Saturdays
• Opening hours from 9am to 5.30pm (5pm on a Sat)
• Salary between £50,000 to £65,000 DOE, plus bonus
• Staff discount
• Private medical insurance
• Private indemnity insurance
• Life cover
• Relocation package available
• Continuous training and development
• Encouraged to pick up additional accreditations and specialisms - areas like dry eye, macular degeneration, glaucoma, specialist contact lenses, myopia control and orthokeratology.
• Support from other Optoms, Trainers and Professional services teams

Optometrist - Requirements

• Fully qualified Optometrist registered with the GOC
• Happy to work as the sole Optom
• Willing to learn and develop
• Wants be able to provide the very best eye test possible
• Wants to provide higher levels of communication and patient engagement
• Focus on clinical excellence

To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV to Rebecca Wood using the apply now link.

This role has a starting salary of £52,047 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. The position is offered on an 18-month fixed-term or secondment basis.

We are excited to be hiring a new Business Intelligence Manager (BI Manager) to join our Surrey Fire and Rescue Service Data and Digital team. The team is based in our offices in Woodhatch Place in Reigate. We promote agile working as a team and we split our time between working from home and working in the office (at least 2 days per week). The role is offered on a hybrid basis.

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the Team
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) provides an emergency service that looks after approximately 1.18 million people spread across approximately 1,676 square kilometres in a county that includes several large urban areas. SFRS delivers services to ensure our communities are safer, whether it be preventing and protecting people from fire and other risks or responding swiftly and effectively to the emergencies that occur.

The SFRS Data and Digital Team provide the data management, analysis and insight that underpins the work of the service. The team lead on the improvement in the use of data and the management of our digital technology.

About the Role
The Business Intelligence Manager will drive forward improvement in our use of business intelligence across the service, managing teams who carry out key data functions. The role-holder will work closely with internal and external partners, and lead analysis for our Local Resilience Forum. The role will include oversight of internal and external reporting, information governance and implementation of the NFCC data management fire standard. The role will report to the Head of Data and Digital.

Shortlisting Criteria
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• Knowledge and experience of data analysis systems and/or visualisation software
• Experience of innovation through the use of data or business intelligence systems
• People Management
• Stakeholder management

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 5th November 2024 with interviews to follow.

Our Commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

Spurgeons is one of the UK's leading children's charities, firmly supported by Christian beliefs and values, helping to support vulnerable children and their families through delivering projects to support children, young people, their families, and communities to find long-lasting solutions to the challenges they face. We are passionate about the work we do and need equally committed members on our team to help us achieve those goals.

ABOUT US

Our Boys2Men programme and BeLeave (Girls in Gangs) improves lives and outcomes of children and young people involved in or on the cusp of criminality and have come to the attention of local agencies. The programme enables children and young people to understand child to adult transition, exploring the idea of the effect of role models, both positive and negative within family and in peer groups, including gangs and on youth development. It challenges children and young people to consider how their individual behaviour impacts their lives and the lives of others, whilst offering a safe and supportive space for reflection and personal growth.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Project Facilitator, you will be responsible for leading and implementing our Boys2Men programme and BeLeave (Girls in Gangs) project which aims to provide positive role modelling and mentorship to children and young people aged 12-18 years old. You will facilitate 1-2-1’s, group sessions and workshops to engage and support children and young people in developing life skills, emotional intelligence and leadership abilities. By building community engagement and establishing strong mentor-mentee relationships with programme participants, you will provide guidance, encouragement and support in their personal development journey and you will build positive relationships with parents, guardians, schools and community partners to promote programme participation and support the boys and young men’s overall well-being. As a valued member of our dynamic team, you will proactively work in collaboration to design, develop and deliver age-appropriate content that aligns with the programme's goals and objectives. Please note, this is a fixed-term vacancy until 31st March 2026.

ABOUT YOU

Most importantly, you are an individual who is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people and you have the experience and passion for this exciting role that really can transform lives. A qualification in youth, youth justice, community or family support work would be desirable, however we would like to see some experience of working with children and young people who are facing challenges. Your practice-based experience has given you the knowledge and skills of working within legislation relating to children and young people and your self-motivation to adapt and learn, has seen you deliver quality outcomes. Your approachable, confident and persuasive nature has demonstrated that you can engage and connect with children and young people by supporting them through being a good listener, by showing empathy and by being dependable. As an organised team player, you have demonstrated your drive to work in collaboration to bring about the very best outcomes for the community you serve.

If this sounds just like you, please apply today, we would love to see your application!

BENEFITS

Continuous professional development
Regular support through supervision, appraisal & well-being initiatives
In house learning platform
Generous pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Healthcare cash plan
Charity discount scheme

Closing date: 10/11/2024

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people we serve. This post is subject to necessary safeguarding checks including an appropriate level DBS Disclosure.

Spurgeons is a Living Wage Employer.

We actively encourage applications from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

What skills and experience we're looking for

HR Business Partner - Camberley, Sunbury, Epsom and Banstead

Are you a HR Professional that enjoys Employee Relations casework and wants to make a real difference to the schools in our Multi-Academy Trust?

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and dynamic HR Business Partner. This role will have a significant impact for schools by addressing HR casework, as well as contributing to the implementation of an ambitious People strategy.

Your opportunity

Your role will be to lead employee relations cases across your schools, supporting leaders with practical advice and guidance in line with current legislation.

You will approach your work with professionalism, demonstrating skill and confidence in addressing and challenging team cultures and behaviours to ensure they align with the Trust’s values.

You will work as part of a highly skilled team of HR Business Partners, reporting to the Director of Employee Relations. You will collaborate with other operational partners and the broader People team, with opportunities to engage in project work.

You will support Schools in Region B which covers Camberley, Sunbury, Epsom and Banstead.

This is a full-time all year school-based position. Whilst visits to schools within Region B will be required to support some elements of casework, using Teams and Zoom will be integral to the role. We have satellite offices at Pine Ridge School and The Beacon School from which you can work on a more regular basis.

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone:

• Who has a minimum of a level 5 CIPD qualification with significant ER experience, preferably with a background in the education sector.
• Who can provide excellent HR knowledge and support, bringing challenge to decision making where appropriate
• Who demonstrates unquestionable integrity and discretion to ensure that the Trust’s HR processes are managed to the highest standard
• That is proactive in keeping professional HR knowledge up to date and has a commitment to personal and professional development
• Who is a confident communicator, able to present our people strategy to our Headteachers and other key stakeholders
• Who can be flexible, have a calm approach and a ‘can-do’ attitude, and is comfortable working at pace with multiple priorities
• Who interacts positively with colleagues, is solutions focused, pragmatic in their approach, and seeks to understand the needs of each of our school

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Kelly Timpson - details of which can be found in the Job Description

The Details

Location:Camberley, Sunbury, Epsom and Banstead.

Salary: Between £45,000 and £51,000 FTE per annum. Please note the remuneration is inclusive of travels costs.

Hours of work:This is a full-time, full-year, school-based position. Visits to our schools will be necessary when required to support casework, but using Teams and Zoom will be integral to the role.

Start Date:ASAP

Closing date for applications:3rd November

Interview Date: TBC

What the school offers its staff

Join Our Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

Our Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive pension scheme (LGPS)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

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.

Project QS required for National Residential Developer/Contractor based in Surrey office

I have an urgent requirement for one of my clients, a National Housebuilder, based out of their office just outside the M25 in Surrey - they're looking for a Project level QS to either run your own site as Lead QS or work as a No.2 to a Senior QS on a larger site.

You'll ideally have residential developer experience, or at least have worked on new build residential projects for a main contractor, from procurement to final account.

COINS experience is a major plus.

The role is office-based visiting sites primarily in South West London, Surrey and Sussex.

Salary £55k - £65k + package depending on experience.

To apply, or for more info, please contact Micah Evans

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

What's involved with this role:

Interim Principal Planning Officer – Property Services

Job Ref: Guildford 5256444

Pay Rate: £36.00 per hour PAYE

Hours per week: 37 Monday – Friday, normal working hours

Role Length: This opening assignment is for 3 months

City: Guildford, Surrey

Hybrid working available for the right candidate

Part time hours will be considered

We are seeking a very experienced individual to be case officer for one of the Borough Strategic sites allocated for approximately 1,800 homes, as well as retail and commercial floorspace. The applicant has indicated that they intend to submit this application in late 2024.

The post would suit either someone who has a strong track record of dealing with major development schemes or has proven experience in delivering large scale development. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day management of this project working closely with key stakeholders, both internal and external.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate that they also have appropriate experience of dealing with Public Inquiries, negotiation on large scale development and the experience and ability to shape a scheme to ensure that quality development, together with supporting infrastructure, is delivered on this important site. Given the importance of this site to the borough the role will report to the Assistant Director.

Key Responsibilities:

Answering email and telephone enquiries about your applications
Arranging and attending meetings on your applications with the developer team and consultees.
Preparing officer reports including conditions and heads of terms for S106 agreements
To possibly present applications to planning committee and answer questions from members.
Point of contact for legal, admin officers, consultees, developers and other specialists.
Adhering to data protection and GDPR standards.
Manage application paperwork, plans and reports and ensure electronic records are kept updated and well organised.
Ensuring deadlines are met and decisions are issued within the agreed timeframes.
To carry out any additional duties or functions, as may be requested by management.



Qualifications:

MRTPI qualification.



Skills & Experience:

Minimum of 12 months recent experience in a similar role, or context and ideally within a public sector organisation.
At least 3 years working on complex and larger applications in a LPA environment.
Significant experience working on large scale residential development preferably in development management.
Strong team working skills.
Experience of Public Inquiries.
Excellent project management and organisation skills.
High level communication and presentation skills including clear, concise reporting and correspondence particularly concerning complex or controversial issues.
The ability to communicate with people of different social, economic and professional backgrounds.
Attendance at evening and other out of hour’s meetings and events when required.
Strong IT skills including Microsoft packages or equivalent (e.g. G Suite, Mosaic).



Full UK driving licence required for this role

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


Unless the DBS requirement stated above is for a Basic Disclosure, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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

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

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

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

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









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Job Ref: Guildford 5256444


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

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

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

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

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

Service Care Solutions is seeking a Planning Officer to handle a range of minor to complex planning applications in Guildford.

This role involves managing caseloads, engaging with stakeholders, and drafting reports and recommendations for Planning Committee decisions.

This is a full time, temporary assignment offering £42 Umbrella LTD per hour (approx. £33.40 PAYE per hour).

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage planning applications and meet strict deadlines.
• Liaise with developers, legal teams, and consultees.
• Draft well-reasoned reports and handle S106 negotiations.
• Present to the planning committee and manage electronic records.

Qualifications:

• MRTPI qualification and 3+ years in a similar role within a Local Planning Authority.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Degree in a relevant field; proficiency in Office 365.
• Knowledge of urban design, development economics, and GDPR.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact Hona on 01772208967 or email hona.bzowska@servicecare.org.uk

IT Project Engineer (Remote option)

Would you like to work for Opus, one of the UK’s largest independent Managed Service Providers who were awarded Company of the Year and the Business Growth award at the Surrey Business Awards 2022?

Due to our impressive consistent growth and strong ambitions within the IT & Telecoms sector, we are currently recruiting for an IT Project Engineer who will act as the technical lead working side-by-side with the PMO team in the delivery of Microsoft projects, whether they be internal projects or external client orders.

WHAT? This Role


Salary of £45-£55k DOE
Car Allowance
25 Days Holiday + UK Bank Holidays
Remote role


As an individual you will need to have a high level of personal motivation, a willingness to adapt in a fast-paced environment and be an effective communicator.

Additionally, you will be responsible for:


Project Technical Validation & Risk Assess projects/solutions
Project Documentation & daily paperwork
Project Incident Logging
Installation and configuration of both hardware and software applications at the customer premises and remotely where applicable
Effectie liaison with customers and 3rd parties involved
Fault diagnosis and resolution throughout the project process


Other organisations may call this role Project Engineer, Project Consultant or IT Infrastructure Engineer.

WHO? About you

Our aim is to attract, develop and retain the industries most talented people, and we’re keen to hear from individuals that have the same values as we do and want to work in an inclusive, friendly, and supportive environment.

We are seeking an IT Project Engineer who is/has:


Proen experience in leading IT projects technically
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Microsoft project deliery, including product related qualifications for installations and ongoing support of Microsoft solutions
AZ-104 certification preferred
Proen experience of liaising with customers and 3rd parties, with the ability to demonstrate focused customer care


WHERE? OPUS

eed technology partners such as Microsoft, Mitel, 8x8, Cirrus, Five9, Gamma where we have achieved platinum partner status.

We deliver an outstanding customer experience and are the only MSP to be awarded the Service Mark accreditation from the Institute of Customer Service.

Our Values


Aim High and Think Big
Keep Learning
Work Together
Respect Each Other
Make it Personal
Neer Ever Give Up


WHEN? Next steps

If you are seeking your next exciting challenge as a IT Project Engineer, please hit the apply button and remember to attach your CV and a covering email explaining why you would be the ideal candidate for this role.



For other opportunities please follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/opustechnology

Job Title: Estates Strategy Delivery Manager Location: Guildford HQ or as agreed with Line Manager Department: Estates & Facilities Salary: Day rate up to £630 Contract Type: Full-time, 37 hours/week Contract Duration: 9 months (with potential to extend up to 12 months) Work Style: Hybrid, with travel across the Surrey Force boundary (must live within a commutable area) About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Estates Strategy Delivery Manager to oversee the delivery of development projects and estates strategy across Surrey and Sussex Police property portfolios. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing projects related to property disposals, refurbishments, new builds, and collaboration with other Blue Light Partners. This role will also involve strategic oversight of the estates masterplan, ensuring cost reduction, efficiency, and innovation in all aspects of project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver designated projects as outlined in the Surrey & Sussex Estates Strategy and Development Masterplan.
• Support the Estates Development & Strategy Manager in identifying suitable sites for maximising asset utilisation, income generation, or capital receipts.
• Manage a professional team to ensure successful delivery of projects in line with the communication strategy and risk management.
• Regularly review procedures to identify efficiencies and improvements.
• Provide strategic input for innovation in building utilisation, focusing on income generation, agile working, and business continuity.
• Manage budgets and financial planning for estate development projects valued at approximately £30m.

Requirements:

Essential Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in estates or construction programme management.
• Full membership of a professional body such as RICS or RIBA.
• Architectural, surveying, construction, or engineering degree or equivalent experience.

Experience and Skills:

• Proven experience in commercial real estate development, ideally in a public sector setting.
• Expertise in estate strategy, project management, risk management, and financial planning.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with experience managing multi-site projects.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Auto-CAD, and project management software.
• Ability to travel to multiple locations across Surrey and Sussex.

If you're ready to contribute to the strategic management of essential public sector property portfolios, apply today via calling Lewis on 01772 208962 or email Lewis.Aashcroft@servicecare.org.uk.

Zest Optical are currently working alongside an independent practice in Caterham, Surrey to recruit a Dispensing Optician into their team.

This is an opportunity to join an environment where patient experience is the #1 priority. Supported by a fully qualified team and with access to a range of the finest products and latest dispensing technologies, you are well equipped to provide best-in-class service to each patient visiting.

Dispensing Optician - Role

• Completely independent practice with a total focus on care and patient journey
• Offering a wide range of unique designer brands such as MOSCOT, Etnia, Lindberg and more
• Access to cutting-edge lenses and the latest dispensing technology
• Building lasting relationships with patients through personalised service and care
• Family feel environment with the support of an excellent qualified team
• Forward-thinking business with opportunities for growth and development

Dispensing Optician - Requirements

• Positive track record within the optical industry
• Somebody who has a passion for elite level care and service and is happy to go above and beyond
• Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients

Dispensing Optician - Benefits

• Paying up to £33,000
• 33 holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Professional fees
• Enhanced sick pay and a range of additional health and wellbeing benefits

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

Dental Practice Manager Jobs in Reigate, Surrey. INDEPENDENT, well-established practice, competitive hourly rate, fantastic local reputation, friendly and welcoming team. ZEST Dental Recruitment is working in partnership with an established independent practice in Redhill seeking to recruit a Dental Practice Manager.

• Independent Dental Practice
• Full-time Dental Practice Manager
• Reigate, Surrey
• £15-18 per hour, dependent on experience
• 8:00-17:30
• State-of-the-art surgeries and equipment
• Support available experienced colleagues
• Fantastic local reputation
• Established dental practice
• Great transport links and street parking available
• Fully computerised practice
• Permanent position
• Reference: CL4195

Independent practice that is well-established and has a fantastic local reputation in Reigate, providing a full range of NHS and private dental services. As well as general dentistry, the clinicians in situ are also able to offer specialist treatments such as Invisalign & Facial Aesthetics.

The role would suit an experienced Practice Manager or potentially a Lead Dental Nurse looking for progression. As a Practice Manager, you'll be benefiting from an experienced practice team, a welcoming work environment and a well-maintained patient list.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all operational activities, team and patient journeys, performance and clinical compliance as well as helping drive the business forward.

For further information regarding this dentist position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental. All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Contact: Caitlyn Lindley
Email:
Telephone: 0114 287 0351

What skills and experience we're looking for

School Business Manager Required

Applications to be made by 5pm on Friday 11 October

Interviews to be held on 17 October or sooner in agreement

Service Conditions: Surrey Pay, Permanent Contract

Working Pattern: 32.5 hours per week, 41 weeks per year INSET days plus time 2 weeks over holiday periods – to be agreed with successful applicant)

Responsible to: Headteacher, alongside the Deputy Head and through the Headteacher to Governors.

Responsible for: Office Team, site team, technicians, BC/ASC Team, mid-day supervisors, catering

Thank you for taking an interest in our vacancy for a School Business Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for a suitable candidate looking for significant responsibility and job variation in a demanding role.

The successful candidate will support the strategic direction of the school in respects of planning, developing and monitoring finance, personnel, premises catering and IT. However, in working at school, any situation can arise at any time which will require team work, leadership, creative thinking and a ‘hands on’ approach!

We value and encourage all applications.It is not a requirement for applicants to be a practising Christian. Irrespective of personal beliefs, as part of our school community, our staff support and model our ethos and values.

St. John’s is a very special school and we are looking forward to welcoming nursery pupils for the first time in September 2024!

The successful candidate will have:

• Core financial accounting skills
• The ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines
• The ability to lead and motivate staff
• Be able to work as part of a team

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• A strong supportive leadership team and governing body in church of England school
• Excellent links with the Diocese
• Pupils who are truly delightful
• Opportunities to develop your career through continuous professional development

Further details about the role

We are fortunate to have a large site which includes staff parking, a large playing field, two playgrounds, a wooded area which we will be developing into a forest school and two school halls. In the school itself, we have a recently installed sensory room and a green screen room for computer animation.

Visits to the school are warmly welcome and encouraged and we look forward to meeting you.

Please apply by submitting a completed application form and covering letter by post or email to: head@stjohnscofe.uk Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application

Thank you again for your interest and we would like to wish you every success with your application. St John’s is committed to safeguarding our children's welfare; all appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding our children's welfare; all appointments will be subject to a DBS check

Zest Optical are currently working alongside an advanced optical practice in Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey to recruit an Optical Practice Manager to manage an amazing store.

The practice has experienced an exciting period recently and your aim will be to ensure continued success and development of the business and team.

As for the store itself, it sets the standard in design, technology and the range of products on offer.

Optical Practice Manager - Role

• Continue building upon the success the store has experienced so far
• Oversee all day-to-day operations and processes
• Autonomy to implement your own ideas to drive business
• Develop the team through recruitment and training to offer quality customer service that reflects their brand values
• Work closely with senior management team to enhance brand awareness through marketing & PR events

Optical Practice Manager - Requirements

• Successful track record in an optical setting
• Possess an entrepreneurial drive to develop the business and those around you
• Hold strong leadership and communication skills to generate the most from your team

Optical Practice Manager - Package

• Basic salary up to £35,000
• Uncapped bonus scheme with existing team members earning £400-500/month+
• Range of additional benefits

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

This role has a starting salary of £35,730 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. This is a 12-month fixed term contract/secondment opportunity.

We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Project Support Officer to join our fantastic team. The team is based in Woodhatch Place, Reigate and is supporting the roll out of a large Transformation project that will manage change over the course of one year. The team is dynamic and energetic and no two days will be the same. There will be some opportunities to work from home as well as a requirement to attend some meetings in-person.

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the Role
As a Senior Project Officer, you will provide project management and administrative support for a multi-disciplinary team, such as scheduling meetings, minute taking, tracking actions and production of reports on the project. Integral to the role will be communication with a broad range of stakeholders both internal and external and collaborative cross-team working with colleagues across Surrey County Council (e.g. IT, HR, Communications) as required.

Working with the Project Manger, you will manage status trackers for successful delivery of the project and oversee documentation to ensure compliance with governance and reporting. There will be regular team meetings and updates where the whole team will be able to work together to contribute to a responsive approach, problem solve issues that arise, manage risks and proactively plan for upcoming stages within the project.

The team will be responsible for successful delivery of a complex transformation project in Surrey. You will be working alongside a Project Manager and other dedicated multi-disciplinary resources including HR and Comms to ensure the project is successfully delivered on time and with exemplary outcomes for the residents of Surrey.

Shortlisting Criteria
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• Determined and focused approach to complete a task
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Project management experience
• Research and analytical skills, with a high level of attention to detail
• Excellent written communication skills

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 30/09/2024 with interview dates to be confirmed.

Our Commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.