Total 236 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Southend-On-Sea, Essex, ss1 1ab

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.

About the Company

The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.

Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months

• Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
• Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
• Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
• Begin your formal sales training course, staying overnight alongside other Graduate Trainees from across the company.
• Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.

6-12 months

• Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
• Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.

12 months and beyond

• Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
• Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
• Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.

Apply Today to Find Out More

If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!

Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.

Receptionist (Business Support Assistant)

Fixed Term, Full Time

£23,344 per annum

Location: Harlow

Closing Date: Sunday 28th July 2024 at 11.59pm

This role is being offered as a Fixed Term Contract for a period of 18 months and will involve working on-site 5 days a week at the main reception desk at Goodman House, Harlow providing face to face customer service. Days and Hours are: 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 4.30pm Friday. Occasional flexible working when approved in advance.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of Essex County Council's large, dynamic and highly valued Business Support Team who work in specialised Business Centres across Essex promoting specialised knowledge and improving service and efficiencies.

Business Support teams deliver outstanding administration and customer service to all Essex County Council (ECC) functional areas. Our multi skilled teams deliver services from Business Centre hubs; providing a wide variety of support to high volume processes and tasks such as data input and management, minute taking, finance tasks, managing high volume calls, receptions and requests for assistance. We also support front line social care teams that require a more integrated approach to support.

We are proactive, forward-thinking and solution focused; we streamline processes and maximise digital opportunities. In doing so, we help increase the effectiveness of ECC to deliver better outcomes for the people of Essex than it could without our support.

We value our people and help them strive to deliver their potential and walk their career pathways within our organisation, giving them the tools and learning to get there.

The Role:

This role will involve working on-site at the main reception desk at Goodman House, Harlow providing face to face customer service.

This role involves working as part of a wider business support team to deliver effective, routine administrative support within a business centre; learning and developing an understanding of existing processes and systems and develop knowledge of all functions across ECC.

As a Business Support Assistant, you may also provide general administrative support to ECC, dealing with day to day work instructed from the Business Centre Manager or others. Great customer service skills are required as this is a customer facing role. Accurate and efficient data entry onto ECC systems is also required, to ensure that all customer service requests are met within a specified time frame and are in line with data protection policies.

ECC provide a minute taking service as requested in some areas, however full training would be provided if requested to support this.

Accountabilities:

• Provide assistance to colleagues and members of the public that arrive at the main reception desk
• Providing high quality, efficient and effective Business Support services to internal and external customers within agreed timescales and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Responding to customer requests and queries in a timely and efficient way.
• Acting as a professional representative of the Business Support service and ECC .
• Delivering the required activities of the respective business centre(s).
• Providing high quality self-directed administrative support, checking own work and proactively looking to raise standards.
• Maintaining confidential records according to Essex County Council guidance.
• Dealing with correspondence for the team or service in a timely, consistent and professional manner.
• Sharing knowledge and good practice with colleagues and highlighting more efficient ways of doing tasks.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Good Standard of basic education - 5 GCSEs grade C and above (including Maths and English) or comparable experience/qualifications.
• Great face to face customer service skills
• Excellent communication and conflict management skills
• Ability to use computerised systems with a high level of speed and accuracy - including Microsoft Office applications and internal ECC databases.
• Previous experience of managing electronic or hard copy filing systems.
• Ability to communicate in a manner which is easily understood and tailored to meet the needs of the audience.
• As part of the role you may have access to sensitive and/or personal information.
• Ability to think about alternative ways of doing things and being open to new work practices and responsive to change.
• Ability to take ownership of work and fulfil agreed commitments, checking work for accuracy.
• Reliable for on site working
• This position may require minute taking experience, therefore relevant transferable skills are desirable, however full training will be provided.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will: -

• be exceptionally organised and efficient;
• be skilled in managing resources
• have budget management or financial experience;
• have the ability to manage compliance and statutory requirements;
• have strong literacy, numeracy and ICT skills;
• have excellent communication skills;
• work in partnership with the staff, DCAT, and our wider community to help take our school to ‘Outstanding’

What the school offers its staff

This is an exciting opportunity for a School Business Manager to join the Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust. (DCAT). We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated School Business Manager in the Autumn Term 2024. Working three days a week at Chantry Community Primary School and two days a week at Ninfield C of E Primary School.

Chantry Community Primary School is a small school with a community feel, situated in Bexhill-on-Sea. At Chantry we are passionate about providing high quality teaching and learning through our creative curriculum. We are a school where everyone works hard to support children’s emotional development as well as their academic learning.

The School Business Manager is responsible for leading and managing all financial, HR and premises matters in school and line manages the admin and site support team. The post is supported by a four-day week Business Administrator. Alternatively

The successful candidate the opportunity to be an integral part of the school leadership team and be fully involved in the life of the school.

At DCAT we value and champion the role of the School Business Manager.

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.

Salary: £42,917 - £49,133 per annum

Grade - F

Fixed Term Contract to 30th June 2025

37 Hours per Week



This is an exciting time to join a redesigned HR&OD function that is making a real contribution to enable our services to have a positive impact on the Borough by modernising how we work.



In this role, you'll enable delivery of our strategic priorities by designing and implementing effective modernised people management practices. Working closely with the HR Strategy Manager and other stakeholders, you will be allocated responsibility for elements of our People Strategy by reviewing our policy framework and recommending initiatives that support effective management of the workforce and improve the employee experience.



To succeed, you will need to have experience of contributing to the development of HR strategies and be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge acquired in a similar role or leading projects. You'll have a track record of communicating effectively and building effective relationships to achieve improvements in people management practices.


Closing Date:
Re-deployment Only: 27th June 2024
Internal and External: 24th July 2024

Please Note - Depending on the volume of applications we receive this may be closed ahead of the above closing date.

Interview Date: TBC

For any role related queries please contact Tina Dempsy

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:
JobProfile-HR-Strategy-&-Policy-Lead.pdf

Salary: £31,199 - £35,579 per annum
Grade D
Permanent
37 Hours per Week

About the team:

The Member Services Team provides high quality administrative support to all Thurrock Councillors, enabling them to be effective within their roles in line with Thurrock Council priorities. This includes working with and supporting the Leader of Thurrock Council, Group Leaders, Deputy Leaders, Cabinet Members and the Mayor. The team consists of two Member Support Officers, a Cabinet Support Officer and the Leader's Office Manager, who all work closely to ensure the timely and first-rate delivery of any support requests from Members.

Main duties include:
- To deputise in responsibilities for the Leader's Office Manager to ensure an exemplary service is provided to the Deputy Leader, Cabinet and Elected Members.
- To provide a first rate executive support service under the direction of the Leader's Office Manager.
- To work collaboratively with colleagues, ensuring the highest standards of performance and reporting for the Elected Members.
- To assist in the preparation for, and attendance at, meetings, events and other engagements with, or on behalf of the Elected Members and the Mayor/Deputy Mayor.
- To effectively coordinate meetings as well as maintain forward plans.
- Assist in delivering inductions for new members and follow up actions for those not re-elected or resigning.
- Taking minutes at meetings as required, ensuring key points are recorded and actions followed up with the action owner.
- Effective diary management including travel arrangements.
- To work collaboratively with the wider Electoral Services Team to assist in the election process.
- Any other duties which could be reasonably expected of a post holder at this level and consistent with the job requirements.
The Member Support Officers are expected to be flexible and work in the office 3 days per week, with two days working from home. to allow for sufficient office cover.
Key experience and skills required:
- Able to use initiative and work pro-actively.
- A good sense of judgement, for example, in determining priorities and which issues should be brought to the attention of senior management.
- Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
- Highly organised in order to work under pressure and to deadlines.
- Advanced written and oral communication skills and proficiency in ICT.
- Tactful and discrete with the ability to maintain absolute confidentiality.
- Understanding of Local Government and Public Sector priorities and sensitivities.
- At least three years experience of supporting senior management or elected representatives, with a record of measurable success.
- To behave in accordance with our values.
- Commitment to the principles of agile working, including the ability to work flexibly with regards to both hours of work and location, including remote and home working as required.
- Ability to travel within the Borough.
- Able to work flexible hours if required.
A DBS check is not required for this role.
Advert Closing Date:

Redeployment only: 11th July 2024
Internal and External: 28th July 2024

Interview Date: TBC

If you would like to discuss this role further or have any questions, please call Kelly Jones (Leader's Office Manager) Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:

Download Job Description

Teacher Business
Salary Unqualified up to £32,079
Qualified* up to £40,492 per annum
Location: Harlow College
Full time
Permanent

About the Role
Are you passionate about training the next generation of business leaders? Do you have a passion for business and finance? Do you thrive on the challenge of creating excitement, innovation and engagement for young people in the world of business? If so, this could be the role for you.
The Business Academy are dedicated to shaping the next generation of business leaders. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we are expanding our offering and developing new curriculums that prepare students for the dynamic world of business and finance.
As a Teacher in Business you will be responsible for delivering teaching and learning to 16 – 19-year-old students. This will include develop schemes of work, lesson plans, learning and assessment plans, and learning materials, including digital content, that enhance the effectiveness of learning. You will also contribute to quality assurance by implementing all relevant processes required by awarding bodies, including internal and external assurance, and adhere to the college's own systems.
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in business education and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!
What we are looking for
· Someone who has knowledge and industrial experience in Business Finance
· Educated to degree level in a Business subject (or suitable alternative)
· Have experience of delivering BTEC qualifications, ideally at level 3
· Ideally has a teaching qualification or willingness to undertake study of a teaching qualification and attain qualified teaching and learning status

What we can offer
The successful candidate can expect the College to fund any training required for the role, investment in their professional development, opportunities to further their career as well as an excellent benefits package including 42 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pro-rata.

To apply
Please click on the link below, or copy and paste the URL in to your browser system.
https://tinyurl.com/yusry9sa

Still unsure if this is the right role for you or want more information? Contact JCary@harlow-college.ac.uk or 01279 868242 for an informal discussion or to arrange to come in for a tour before applying

Closing date for applications is 18th July 2024 Midday
Interviews to be held: 25th July 2024

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

*Qualified = Level 4 teaching qualification

Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.

We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you

Job Details

• Work with business stakeholders to understand their change opportunities, defining the scope of change and identifying impacts.
• Contribute and manage workshops and interviews with business stakeholders to define and document processes and elicit and document requirements
• Analyse requirements, turning them into user stories
• Support development and test colleagues whilst change is being built and tested, helping them understand the business change
• Support the business during the cutover of dependent system changes with business readiness.

Skills, we would love you to have

• Be analytical in their approach and self-managing.  Possess the ability to analyse requirements from different angles with clear logical thinking and use problem solving skills to reduce process friction. 
• Methodical approach to problem solving
• Detailed analytical abilities, inquisitive nature and not settling until all questions answered and understood.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate clearly and concisely in order for members of change and non-change areas to understand quickly and make appropriate business decisions
• Strong stakeholder management skills

What we offer Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.

Regrettably we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role Reward Salary - Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year) Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home. Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance. Physical Wellbeing - We like to help our colleagues take a proactive approach in keeping themselves well, that's why we fund our colleagues to be able to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan. Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support. Mental Wellbeing Programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 25 days annual leave +bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to private healthcare, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more. Most of our benefits and wellbeing resources are available to colleagues from their first day whilst some optional benefits, which involve committing to a 12-month payment schedule, are available as soon as you have completed your probationary period. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

We are looking for a Production Planning Apprentice to work within a highly skilled dynamic environment in the precision fabrication and multi-plate processing industry. The Production Planning Apprentice will work alongside the Production Planning Supervisor and the wider Katmex team contributing to the day-to-day operations of the Production Planning department. In joining our team you will have the opportunity to develop your skill-set allowing you the opportunity to get involved in stimulating and exciting projects.
Key tasks and
responsibilities




• Support in the
creation and management of works orders within MRP/ERP system.


• Help to plan and
coordinate production schedule considering customer requirements and production
constraints.


• Assist in the
analysis of back orders, current orders, and upcoming orders to prioritize,
plan, and schedule the production.


• Support the
Production Planning team in liaising with suppliers, supply chains to remain
fully updated on any events resulting in supply discrepancy or interruption.

• Work
collaboratively with customer service to support customer requirements – order
acknowledgment.
• Creation of
production schedules for publication.
• Help to maintain
planning parameters to maximise performance.
• Assist with
continuing improvements of data processes, and systems, within operations
planning.
• Support with the
calculation and maintenance of planned inventory levels and buffer stock.
• Placing orders
with suppliers and monitoring pricing and delivery lead times.
• Liaising with
supply chain to maintain a collaborative relationship.
• Completion of 5S
safety audits.
• Support the
Production Planning Supervisor and Production Planner & Purchaser with
administrative tasks.
• Maintaining
documents.




















• Other adhoc
duties in line with business requirements and within the scope of your
responsibilities and skill-set.


We offer;
•A pro rata holiday entitlement of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays.
•Wellbeing and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
•Company pension scheme.
•Bi-annual attendance bonus.
•Company cycle to work scheme.
•Company tech scheme.
•Tailored learning and development opportunities.
•Performance/ progression based salary increases.

•Free healthy snacks.


Training
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. Katmex will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Business Admin L3 apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Business Admin L3 Apprenticeship Standard
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required
This will be delivered through Katmex's dedicated training provider, Realise.
Realise is an established training provider that’s enjoying an exciting period of growth following a management buyout and rebrand in late 2020.


Qualifications required
• As part of the
apprenticeship Katmex Ltd will fund and support the Production Planning
Apprentice in achieving a Business administrator Level 3 apprenticeship.


• GCSE or
equivalent in English and maths + 3 others (grade 9 – 4 or A*- C) is essential.


• Intermediate
knowledge of a variety of IT packages including Microsoft: excel, word and
outlook would be beneficial but not essential.


• Due to
occasional travel to Seaham a valid driver’s licence and access to your own car
would be beneficial but not essential.


• No previous experience is required
as on the job training will be provided.

Skills required
We welcome
applications if you have:





• A proactive work
ethic.


• A flexible
approach to job rotation.


• An enthusiasm
towards continuing professional development.


• An eagerness
towards learning and development.






Prospects
The aim is to develop an individual into the
role of Production Planner & Purchaser.
Qualification / Standard : ST0070 Business administrator
Duration 14 Months

Incident and Business Continuity Manager

Locations: Leicester/Bexhill/London (Hybrid)



Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel


We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.


We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.


We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.



Job Details

• Agreeing and formalising a straightforward and effective incident management process for the department, ensuring all relevant stakeholders are aware and engaged in the process as needed
  
• Coordinating across all relevant teams and stakeholders in the vent of an impacting incident to quickly ascertain impact levels for customers, colleagues and the business, communicating between the departmental teams and the wider Hastings Direct incident and crisis teams
  
• Coordinating and leading post-incident reviews, ensuring any learnings from incidents can be used to improve processes and controls to prevent future instances, along with any risk and business continuity updates
  
• Logging all incidents on the relevant platform and feeding back summary information to relevant Process Improvement Leads and any other relevant stakeholders to ensure full feedback loops for awareness and further improvement
  
• Working with senior stakeholders for each process to ensure clear, straightforward and easily accessible business continuity plans are in place, aligned to customer, colleague and business requirements, with all relevant parties aware of any actions needed in the event of a business interruption
  
• Driving through any business continuity actions needed across all processes to ensure these are fully effective, with clear understanding across all contributing stakeholders and owners
  

Skills we would love you to have

• Experience of operational incident management, ideally within Claims, Insurance, Utilities or Financial Services
  
• The ability to quickly summarise, risk assess and prioritise immediate impact and requirements and able to remain calm and lead coordination efforts in intense situations
  
• The confidence to engage and clearly communicate with stakeholders at all levels
  
  
  

What we offer


Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.


Reward


Salary - Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance (pay reviews also completed each year)


Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.


Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.


Physical Wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI) This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen.


Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support.


Mental Wellbeing programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own, in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs


There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more ….



Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve



We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

Zest Optical are currently looking for a Dispensing Optician to join an advanced independent based in Rayleigh, Essex.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a fashionable practice which holds a great reputation for offering the highest levels of service and a wide range of popular and unique designer brands.

The modern practice offers the opportunity to work in a service orientated environment and a close-knit and highly supportive team.

Optical Practice Manager - Role

• Lead, direct and motivate the team in a lovely independent practice where patient care is the #1 priority
• Responsible for all day-to-day operations with a supportive Director available as and when needed
• Monitoring of targets & KPI's
• Autonomy to develop and implement new ideas to help drive the business forward
• Train existing and new member of staff on technical and customer service issues
• No Sundays, bank holidays or late finishes

Optical Practice Manager - Requirements

• GOC registered
• Positive track record in a leadership position within the optical industry
• Maintain the high level of customer care expected by patients of the practice
• Ability to motivate and support those around you

Optical Practice Manager - Salary

• Base salary up to £35,000
• 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.

Handle telephone and other communications with sensitivity and confidentiality using personal judgement and acquired knowledge to assess each situation and to deal with accordingly and liaising with external organisations. Manage diaries, ensuring urgent priorities are met and appropriate times made available during the week to enable the meeting of commitments. Prioritise requests for meetings/discussions ensuring appointments complement the current priorities and to ensure regular appointments are maintained within the diary Arrange meetings, issue papers and to take comprehensive minutes at Board/Sub Committee ensuring that these are transcribed and distributed in a timely manner. Support the EPR programme and secretarial practices to continually develop and implements policy, procedures and proposes changes to practices and procedures that underpin the EPR programme Provide day to day supervision of IM&T Administration Support to EPR Programme Director Work autonomously, but can seek advice when necessary Responsible for planning and organising own time, managing filing systems and the planning of conferences/workshops/events. Undertake the management of projects and gather information and put together reports and presentations using project documentation tools. Monitor project issues and risks to ensure achieving against project aims, objectives and milestones and escalating appropriately within the project group Work as part of the EPR Programme Team to ensure efficient project delivery and good use of time/resources Exercise judgement when dealing with staff, patients, external contacts and clients. Contact with patients and carers relating to appointments and admissions will be incidental. Monitor budgets or financial initiatives aligned to the EPR Programme Use advanced keyboard skills to produce reports, spreadsheets and correspondence and have Microsoft package skills Provide, receive and exchange complex, confidential, sensitive or contentious information with others, requiring tact and diplomacy, where persuasive, negotiating skills are required. There is also a requirement to communicate complicated information to other departments and external contacts. Ensure systems are in place to deliver a high standard of communications to build and maintain good working relationships. The post requires frequent concentration with a work pattern that can be both predictable and un-predictable and to be able to cope with interruptions whilst in periods of concentration. The post holder will be required to use a computer for a significant proportion of the day. May be required to support difficult or circumstances or dealing with complaints relating to the objectives of the EPR programme from stakeholders

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can influence positive change? This role may not be patient facing however the role of a Senior Project and Change Specialist plays an integral part in the improvement of our patient safety and care!

Here at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust we want to digitalise the way we deliver healthcare.

The successful applicant will be part of a highly skilled, multidisciplinary IT Projects team. You will provide support to our 3 key hospital sites and other locations working with a range of clinical and corporate services.

The post holder will have an excellent understanding of IT trends and current technologies as well as a comprehensive knowledge of national HSCIC policy and latest thinking on the strategic direction of Healthcare Informatics.

You will need to be an experienced project manager and change specialist with a strong history of successful delivery of complex IT projects which includes upgrading and re-platforming systems onto new IT infrastructure's.

If this sounds like an exciting and rewarding challenge for you, apply today!
• The Senior Project Manager & Change Specialist will be part of a highly skilled IT Projects team responsible for delivering IT projects across their 3 key hospital sites and other locations working with a range of clinical and corporate services.
• The post holder will have an excellent understanding of IT trends and current technologies as well
as a comprehensive knowledge of national HSCIC policy and latest thinking on the strategic direction of Healthcare Informatics. They will be a skilled and experienced project manager and
change specialist with a strong history of successful delivery of complex IT projects including upgrading and re-platforming systems onto new IT infrastructure.
• Need to be able to develop user and support documentation, present project briefings at all levels of the Trust and deliver user and support training; consequently advanced communication and documentation skills and a highly developed command of the English language are required.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook – if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
• To be responsible for the deployment of a major IT projects and associated system upgrade across MSE Trust using PRINCE2 methodology
• To assist in the development of necessary documents to start projects up such as Business Cases, Project Initiation Document, detailed Specifications etc.
• Identification of stakeholders and project communications planning
• Involve users in all stages of the systems development and project life cycle and managing the relationship with users.
• Identify and report on project milestones.
• Write and present regular highlight/exception reports, project documentation, information and presentations in project progress as required to the Team Managers, Project Board(s), IT Steering Group and the Trust
• Ability to lead and manage staff. Manage relationships within and across Digital Services and the wider organization.

The attached Job Description and Person Specification provides a more detailed job description and main responsibilities for the role.

Previous applicants need not apply.


This advert closes on Friday 19 Jul 2024

Business Development Executive - PepsiCo
Location: Ilford & surrounding areas
6 months fixed term contract, with great opportunities to extend
Salary Upto £30K per annum (pro rata) plus performance related bonus, company van & fuel card


Are you a star at building relationships? Are you a natural at selling?


We have a exciting opportunity to join our brand new PepsiCo AFH Team launching on 1st August 2024. Visiting various establishments including Bakeries, Coffee shops, pubs, leisure centres and more, you will identify & deliever opportunities for growing customer distribution, improving availability & visibility, leading to increased sales of PepsiCo portfolio including Doritos, Walkers, 7 Up & Pepsi Max. Due to the nature of the businesses you will visit working hours will be 10am-7pm.

Great organisation and time management will be essential in this role, being responsible for your own diary, managing your time effectively visiting cash & carry, existing customers and targeting new customer prospects. You will be a confident seller with a keen eye for detail ensuring best product placement in store, whilst keeping up to date with key trends & observations within the sub channels you are working.


What’s in it for you?

We recognise that people are the key to our success. That’s why we make sure everyone at McCurrach enjoys continuous support, great perks and excellent career development opportunities. Some of the key perks include:

-No weekend working (40 hours Monday to Friday)
-23 days paid holidays (pro rata) + public holidays (increases with length of service)
-Company van & fuel card
-Potential to earn 15% bonus
-Company pension scheme - 3% employer contributions
-Free life assurance at 3x annual salary
-Access to discounted private healthcare & Discounted Health Cash Plan
-Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – up to 5 days!
-Access to Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support on Physical, Mental & Financial Well-being
-Family-friendly working policies (such as enhanced maternity & paternity leave)
-Employee Benefits & Discounts portal (discounts from a wide range of retailers plus much more!)

Who are we looking for?

Our top performers are confident, results-driven and super-organised. Ideally, we are looking for someone with experience within a direct sales role, however we would also consider experience within the independents/convenience sector. You will be a self-starter and be comfortable working independently.


If this role quenches your thirst, don't miss out! Do yourself a flavour and apply now!

Please note this role requires a full UK manual driving licence (with no more than 6 pts or previous bans), all offers will be subject to successful completion of a DVLA licence check. This is a field based role which will involve regular travel on a daily basis, so you must be comfortable driving distance. Please note this role will also require manual handling/heavy lifting. Overnights may be required on occasion.

This is a 2 year fixed term contract or secondment opportunity.

In Southend, Essex and Thurrock we share a determination to collectively improve the mental health of all our residents. We have an ambitious all age mental health strategy in place, and are now getting on with delivery.

This is a new and exciting opportunity to work closely with three local authorities, three ICBs, two main NHS providers, police, a wide range of VCSE organisations and service users, this unique system leadership role is pivotal to embedding and accelerating our progress. You will be the 'glue' that holds the system together, initiating, aligning and directly supporting a wide range of programmes, from local work on building resilience in communities to making better use of our inpatient beds.

In addition to the implementation of the strategy, you will work alongside the Chair of the Strategy Implementation Group, which brings together leaders from across the system to drive progress. You will be determining which issues need system wide attention and resolution, supporting the Group's development as the principal mental health partnership forum and connecting its work and priorities at all levels in the system.

About You

Educated to RQF level 6 (degree level) or equivalent by experience, you will bring evidence of continuing professional development and expert knowledge in mental health.

To succeed, you will need to have the ability to operate effectively at a strategic level, influencing key individuals and organisations, as well as having a sound understanding of how to translate complex programmes into clear, practical delivery plans.

You will be politically astute with sound appreciation of system governance and its complexities. You will be able to influence senior individuals and develop strong, trusting relationships at all levels, including with clinical and professional teams.

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Moira McGrath 07739 972994

To request the full role profile please contact Abbie.Mollison@essex.gov.uk

Why Essex? Essex County Council has a location to be proud of. Our 1,300 square miles stretch from Constable Country to the Thames Estuary, from the dynamic M11 corridor to the traditional seaside resorts of Clacton and Walton. England's oldest town, Colchester, and two of its newest - Basildon and Harlow - are right here. Along with the City of Chelmsford, the county town, they form our major population centres. It means real choice and makes Essex the ideal place for your career. Read more about us.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service

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Associate Dentist Jobs in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. £5k welcome payment, £12 per UDA DOE, flexible options available, FT/PT, great private earning potential. ZEST Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established dental practice is seeking to recruit an Associate Dentist.

• Full or part-time Associate Dentist
• Leigh-on-Sea, Essex
• £5k welcome payment
• £12 per UDA DOE
• PVLE with mentor and Tier 2 sponsorship available
• Flexible contract to suit associate
• Excellent private potential
• 50% on private/labs
• Replacing departing colleague
• Established dental practice
• Permanent position
• Reference: JG2652

An excellent opportunity in a well-established mixed practice, part of a clinically led 'mini-corporate'. This is a busy high street practice, with a mixed, stable list of patients, offering great scope to develop private. The successful candidate will inherit a well-maintained patient list from the departing associate. The practice can offer great flexibility in terms of working days/hours, and the UDA contract can be tailored to suit you. You will be well supported to develop professionally, with access to a variety of free CPD and discounted courses, opportunities for mentorship from experienced specialists including implant dentists, endodontists, periodontists and orthodontists. The practice has three modern surgeries, equipped to a high standard, and fully digital with R4 software.

Successful candidates will be GDC registered dentists, have an active dentist performer number and have experience of providing NHS dental treatment in the UK.

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.