Total 24 Director/C-Level job vacancies in Reading, Berkshire, RG1 2AA

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What's involved with this role:

Role: Commercial Programme Director

Job Ref: QAD 1995/0811

Pay Rate: Competitive Market Rate

Hours per week: 37 hours per week

Contract Length: Initially 12 months

Location: Reading, West Berkshire - hybrid working

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Programme Director to lead infrastructure commercial solutions. The ideal candidate for this role is an experienced commercial leader with a minimum of 15 years in the commercial sector and at least five years managing sizable teams (50-60 people) and handling complex transactions. You should have a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, coaching, and developing talent, and should bring the gravitas to effectively present to C-suite executives and advise the board. The role requires a background in infrastructure, preferably with familiarity with NEC contracts (though deep expertise is not mandatory if they have strong infrastructure and commercial experience).

You will lead a team of commercial professionals to deliver:

Business Partnering – Embedded with programme managers to understand business needs and translate into effective procurement strategies.
Commercial Governance – managing commercial risk register, reporting rhythm and chairing Infrastructure Commercial Boards to ensure senior stakeholders are aware of key commercial risks and progress.
Supplier Relationship Management – managing strategic supplier relationships and ensuring supplier deliver performance outcomes and quality framework.
Contract Operations - ensuring monthly payment application, Fee review and that all contractual terms related to NEC3 and NEC4 contract are applied.
Contract Change – working with project managers and suppliers to address contract change events and risk mitigation.
Contract Disputes – address strategic disputes to protect the organisation’s commercial interests.

Key Requirements:

At least 15 years in the commercial sector, with 5 years managing large teams and delivering complex transactions.
Proven ability to lead and manage teams, including coaching, development, and creating high-performing teams.
Experience working in complex settings and handling major transformations or significant transactions.
A leadership role rooted in commercial experience, such as transitioning from Quantity Surveyor (QS) to Commercial Manager (CM) and then to Commercial Director.
Experience working on programmes valued at around £400 million.
Background in infrastructure projects is essential; NEC knowledge is preferred but not mandatory if you have strong infrastructure and commercial experience.
Capable of delivering complex commercial solutions, such as major transformations or outsourcing.


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.


Security Clearance: SC highly desirable; candidates with active SC clearance will be fast-tracked.

Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let us know.

If you consider yourself to have a disability or if you are a veteran, and you meet the essential criteria for the role, you will be put forward for the ‘Guaranteed Interview’ scheme whereby you will have the opportunity to discuss this role and your suitability with a member of the Sourcing team.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we provide the best talent and encourage all applications regardless of background, in line with our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.

Please send your CV directly to centralgov@tclrec.com
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Job Ref: QAD 1995/0811


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.

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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.

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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.

Further details/to apply If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this role with details on how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills at executive@harrishill.co.uk. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with suitable times to speak. Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 2ndDecember

To accept delegated responsibilities from the Directorate Manager to ensure the management and delivery of excellent service results, providing leadership and acting as a role model for the staff and services within the portfolio. To be responsible for ensuring the operational delivery of all services; leading and effectively implementing change management initiatives to improve service provision. To influence and lead on the strategic development and service improvement of services in conjunction with the BCC leadership team. To deliver services within allocated resources and develop action plans to manage variances. To take a lead role in the delivery of national standards To ensure effective processes and procedures are in place to monitor and track key performance indicators. To ensure the performance indicators relevant to specific work areas are reported both internally and externally and within allocated deadlines To provide regular reports on activity levels, performance against quality standards, financial and performance management issues, highlighting variances and creating action plans to resolve. To manage activity targets within the identified service areas through co-ordination and monitoring of waiting lists and to work with BCC leadership team to ensure that standards relating to patient access are achieved. To ensure that all relevant performance standards are met within the identified service areas, introducing or facilitating the introduction of new technology and working practices as appropriate. Take responsibility for the production, development and implementation of policies across the area of responsibility, some of which may affect areas beyond the immediate service area. Ensure the preparation of clinical business plans and so undertake long term strategic planning for designated services and prepare proposals for the planned growth of any of the services within the portfolio, or that support other services inside or outside the Care Group. These should take into account activity, outcomes, benefits (clinical and non-clinical) and income potential. To ensure information returns required by the Trust, Commissioners, NHS England and other partner organisations are delivered and are timely, accurate and presented to a high standard. To access and interrogate existing information systems in order to understand, analyse and report activity and/or changes in services covered to supplement existing standard information provided. To prepare reports on the relevant services within the portfolio for the Board of Directors/Executive Management Committee (EMC) as and when required. To use research and experience elsewhere in the NHS to inform service development and support the implementation of all relevant NICE Guidance. To produce business cases for service development ensuring that implication of service changes or development have been accurately assessed for submission to the appropriate corporate body. To undertake full service reviews as and when required. To produce relevant management information for monthly performance reviews. To represent the Directorate Manager at meetings as requested and as appropriate. To investigate complaints in areas of responsibility providing responses as appropriate and in conjunction with the Directorate Manager, Matron and Clinical Director. To assist in the implementation of improvements and learning from Datix Incident Reporting forms and complaints, so that adverse experiences, risks and incidents are reduced in severity and frequency. To ensure a regular and robust communications structure is in place; delivering and receiving information in a timely manner within the identified service areas and across the Care Group and Trust as appropriate. To take responsibility for any personal and professional development. HUMAN RESOURCES: To ensure delivery of the Trusts appraisal system within the defined area of responsibility, ensuring that every member of staff has measurable objectives and a personal development plan, which is commensurate with the needs of the service and underpins the Trusts strategic plans To ensure active application of the Trusts Sickness Absence Management policy. To deal promptly with matters relating to performance and support within the context of the Trusts Performance Management policy. To undertake exit interviews and develop a strategy to improve recruitment and retention and eliminate dependence upon agency staff. To ensure delivery of the Trusts Human Resources and Workforce policies. To participate in national and local Human Resources and Workforce Initiatives. To ensure learning environment and culture exists within the services and support the Trusts Training and Development Strategy. To ensure an annual training and development plan is completed and actioned for the areas that fall within the Directorate Managers remit. To ensure the statutory, essential skills and other training (including equipment training) are completed and that attendance and non-attendance records are maintained. To lead the recruitment and retention process of staff as appropriate, effectively inducting new staff in accordance with the Trusts induction programme both corporate and local. To devise, develop and implement skill mix reviews and other workforce planning strategies for the service. To create cohesive and flexible teams who identify strongly with other teams in the Care Group and Trust. FINANCE: To have full budget responsibility for the BCC and provide ongoing financial management support to the Directorate Manager. To ensure financial systems are in place to monitor and achieve budgetary control in those areas included within the portfolio, and to take any remedial action identified as necessary. To work closely with the Directorate Manager, and the Director of Finance for the Care Group and the Director of Operations to agree the annual budget for the services within the portfolio, identifying opportunities for cost improvement programmes, service improvement programmes and cash releasing efficiency savings. To exercise control over staff and non-staff expenditure where appropriate. To contain expenditure within budget and develop annual cost improvement plans. To review monthly budget statements for the department and in conjunction with the Directorate Manager, provide support with the services managers, Co-ordinators and other senior staff as appropriate, agreeing action to contain expenditure within budget. Devise, agree and deliver income-related targets within the department and provide support to the Directorate Manager to ensure opportunities to increase income and reduce costs for the Trust are pursued in conjunction with other colleagues, departments, and services, reviewing monthly budget statements to keep expenditure within budget. PHYSICAL RESOURCES: To provide on-going review of facilities with colleagues within the identified service areas to ensure optimum use of resources. To oversee capital development programmes for the services within the defined area of responsibility, in close liaison with the Directorate Manager.

Join one of the UK's most successful independently owned estate agency groups as a Regional Sales Director, overseeing the Ascot Region. This role presents a rare opportunity to lead growth initiatives across seven existing locations alongside further acquisitions and new office openings.

You will have demonstrable experience in delivering growth within the estate agency sector, coupled with exceptional leadership and strategic planning skills. Comfortable in driving operational profitability with an ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within an energetic and growing organisation. If you possess the skills and experience, we invite you to apply and become part of the success story.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Has previous Estate Agency experience in a similar role with demonstrable success.
• Is target-driven and tenacious.
• Acts as a role model by continuously exceeding targets and standards.
• Displays high standards of service, presentation, and organisational skills.
• Is a car owner with a full driving license and insured for business use.

Our client offers:
- Comprehensive Training plans
- Unlimited Earning Potential: Enjoy uncapped commission opportunities and bonus incentives.
- Continuous Growth: Thrive with ongoing career and personal development opportunities.
- Rewarding Success: Qualify for annual award trips and exciting prizes.
- Celebrating You: Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday after successfully passing probation.
- Increased Perks: Watch your holiday entitlement grow with each year of service.
- Healthcare Benefits: Access personal private healthcare upon successfully passing probation.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

De Vere Wokefield Estate

De Vere Wokefield Estate set in 250 acres of rural Berkshire parkland is home to a historic Mansion House filled with traditional features and the contemporary Wokefield Place that offers state of the art facilities. It has 376 bedrooms and suites, 39 meeting rooms with large event space and a high tech dedicated conference building, an 18-hole PGA approved championship golf course and leisure club. Benedict's Bar, The 1560 Restaurant, The View Restaurant and our Summerhouse are some of our amazing food and beverage options at Wokefield Estate: there really is something for everyone.

Your commute: just outside Reading, we're 10 minutes from J11 of the M4, with fast and direct trains from London Paddington to Reading Train station. We also offer our colleagues a taxi shuttle service to and from Reading train station.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.

Director of People & Culture

Are you an experienced and dynamic HR Manager with a passion for the hospitality & events industry?

We have an exciting opportunity for a People & Culture Director to join the team at De Vere Wokefield Estate, a large prestigious events-focused hotel near Reading, with a team of circa 300 employees. This role involves working on site at De Vere Wokefield Estate on a full time basis, with paid travel, as required, to other De Vere properties.

As the People & Culture Director for De Vere Wokefield Estate you will report to our Group Head of People & Culture and oversee the Hotels People & Culture Manager & Co-ordinator on site with a focus on strategic activities to manage payroll costs, drive recruitment, focus on compliance, learning and development and employee engagement, to help foster a positive workplace culture that aligns with the Hotel’s goals and objectives.

With support from our central Talent Acquisition team you will take a lead in attracting, selecting, and developing top talent, building high-performing teams that contribute to unforgettable events.

You will collaborate with our central People & Culture team, department heads, managers, and employees to provide guidance, support, and solutions to HR-related challenges, driving initiatives that enhance HR processes, policies, and systems to ensure efficiency and compliance.

The successful candidate will have;
• Previous HR management experience within a large or multi-site hotel, hospitality, events, care or retail environment
• The ability to influence senior colleagues and managers through a confident and knowledgeable approach of HR best practise
• A forward thinking & bright personality, with an intuitive, highly organised and strategic approach
Are you ready to take on the challenge of shaping and leading the HR function in this unique and vibrant setting? If so, we want to hear from you!

Benefits:

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Director of People & Culture at De Vere Wokefield Estate;

• £55k - £60k per annum, plus Bonus Incentive Scheme with the opportunity to earn up to 20% of salary based on business performance
• BUPA Private Medical Insurance plus discounted family memberships
• Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
• Free meals in our colleague dining facilities
• Use of the hotel's gym facilities
• 33 days holiday each year from day one of your employment
• We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones.
• Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are DeVere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Deputy Director of Learning in Art with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Eden Girls' School, Slough

Eden Girls’ School, Slough is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for 11 to 18 year old girls, which welcomes pupils from all faiths and none. We opened in 2015 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We are extremely proud to be one of the highest performing schools in the country, with a Progress 8 score of +1.19 for our GCSE results. Our Ofsted grading remains ‘Outstanding’ following our second inspection in February 2024.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

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.

Hospital Director

Location: Maidenhead, SL6

Rate Of Pay: Up to £80,000 per annum, dependant on experience
Shift Pattern: Full time, permanent. 40 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to take up the role of Hospital Director!In this role, you will be responsible for the strategic, financial and day-to-day running of the Hospital - liaising with clinical and non-clinical staff and other partner organisations, while considering the demands of political policy and local circumstances. You will conduct and administer fiscal operations, including accounting, planning budgets, authorising expenditures, establishing rates for services, and coordinating financial reporting.

Information about the Service:

Services have a dual purpose whereby Mental Health regulated activities run parallel to a Nursing Home environment and the services cater for the needs of both genders. The accommodation is inclusive of 18 dual registered beds for nursing care, 42 nursing care and long term rehabilitation beds and 32 short term rehabilitation beds. The clinical team also provides Outreach and Community services. All accommodation is provided in spacious rooms which are all en-suite with television lounges, dining areas and personal care facilities. All rooms have lockable doors, storage space and lockable cabinets for personal effects or self-administering medication.

Main duties of the role:

• Consult with medical, business, and community groups to discuss service problems, respond to community needs, enhance public relations, coordinate activities and plans, and promote health programs.
• Develop and implement organisational policies and procedures for the facility or medical unit.
• Lead on Mental Health act 1983 related assessment and treatment.
• Direct or conduct recruitment, hiring and training of personnel.
• Direct, supervise and evaluate work activities of medical, nursing, technical, clerical, service, maintenance, and other personnel.
• Establish work schedules and assignments for staff, according to workload, space and equipment availability.
• Maintain awareness of advances in medicine, computerised diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance changes, and financing options.
• Maintain communication between governing boards, medical staff, and department heads by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental functioning.
• Plan, implement and administer programs and services including personnel administration, training, and coordination of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
• Review and analyse facility activities and data to aid planning and cash and risk management and to improve service utilization.
• Establish objectives and evaluative or operational criteria for units they manage.
• Monitor the use of inpatient beds, facilities, and staff to ensure effective use of resources and assess the need for additional staff, equipment, and services
• Manage change in integrated health care delivery systems, such as work restructuring, technological innovations, and shifts in the focus of care.
• Inspect facilities and recommend building or equipment modifications to ensure emergency readiness and compliance to access, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Develop and maintain computerised record management systems to store and process data such as personnel activities and information, and to produce reports.
• Develop instructional materials and conduct in-service and community-based educational programs.
• Develop or expand and implement medical programs or health services that promote research, rehabilitation, and community health.

Person Specification:

• Qualification/Professional development
• Degree level education or equivalent
• Evidence of continued learning/development
• Masters level education or equivalent
• NMC Registered Nurse (RMN)

You will work directly with your administrative teams which are devolved and co-located with their clinical teams giving you direct control of all processes relating to patient pathway management. This role is demanding due to the breadth and depth of the Directorate and candidates will need to be able to demonstrate management experience commensurate with a more senior operational role. You will be managerially responsible for Head & Neck Services providing clear leadership and working with the Clinical Director, Matron, Care Group Director and Care Group Director of Operations to ensure the provision of high quality patient care and the most efficient and cost effective use of resources. The services within the portfolio are: Ophthalmology ENT Maxillofacial Plastic Surgery To be responsible for ensuring that within all specific work areas all local and national performance standards and objectives are met. To be responsible for ensuring the operational delivery of services; leading and effectively implementing change management initiatives to improve service provision. To influence and lead on the strategic development and service improvement of Head & Neck services in conjunction with the Matron and in conjunction with and in support of the Clinical Director. With the Clinical Director and Matron, to view the grouping of services as a business unit in line with service line reporting (SLR), and to lead on embedding and using SLR in the management of the Directorate. Other services may be added to this portfolio in line with the Directorate Managers personal development programme, and the needs of the service. To participate in the Trusts on-call manager rota. Please refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details.

If you are an experienced Hospital Director or senior clinician with a strong background in leading high performing teams, looking for a new opportunity to put your mark on an established Mental Health service then apply to join the team at Rosebank House. You will be leading and managing full clinical and administrative teams, ensuring excellent care is delivered and maintained, and ensuring quality and financial targets are met. As the Hospital Director at Rosebank House you will have overall leadership and management responsibility of the service, lead the multidisciplinary team, and be responsible for operational performance whilst continuing to develop commercial opportunities with purchasers and referrers. Your responsibilities will include: Facilitating the development of quality healthcare services, ensuring that they respond to the changing needs of purchasers and patients, and also reflect market trends and evidence-based practice. Ensuring both quality and financial targets are met, Leading the senior management team on site, developing local strategy of the service, ensuring adherence to the service’s objectives, quality improvement and business plans. Promoting and enhancing the hospital’s reputation for specialist care and service Fulfilling the role of Registered Manager as per CQC expectations Engagement with ICB’s To be successful as Hospital Director, you will: Have an excellent track record in a management role within the healthcare sector A clinical background in and understanding of mental health services An excellent track record in a management role within the healthcare sector (essential). An emphasis on performance and delivery in order to support successful service delivery and development, budget control, business development and revenue generation. A credible, inclusive and supportive management style balanced with strong leadership and sound underpinning knowledge to provide direction and implement change. Knowledge of clinical and non-clinical operational activities within a health sector organisation. Working knowledge of the NHS and Independent Healthcare sectors. What you will get Annual salary up to £55,000 £4,200 Car Allowance The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. Where you will be working: Location: Lower Henley Road, Caversham, Reading, Berkshire, RG4 5LE You will be working at Rosebank House, a 24 hour specialist care and support service for people with severe and enduring mental health needs. People who come to Rosebank House have normally come from a hospital environment or have been sectioned under the Mental Health Act (1983). You will be working at the modern, purpose-built home with 13 en-suite bedrooms, it is specifically designed with facilities to fully prepare patients for independence in the community. The focus of the service is on independent living skills as well as social inclusion, education and employment engagement. There are close links with the local community for residents to access local college, work placements and amenities. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Funeral Director
£34,756 (£14.69 per hour) plus benefits
Full time 45.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm with on-call duties to cover evenings and weekends
Slough, SL1 2PN


No experience needed.


We're looking for an empathetic and commercially minded person to join the Co-op Funeralcare team.


You don't need industry experience. If you have great people skills, and a real commercial focus, you could be perfect for this role.


At Co-op Funeralcare, we provide a caring and compassionate service when families need it most. As a funeral director, you'll be right at the heart of that service. You'll balance your time between managerial and business tasks, and building strong, trusting relationships with clients.


At the Co-op, you'll be part of something meaningful. Join us today.


What you'll do


* make sure client needs, service levels and KPIs are met
* be clients' main point of contact; supporting and guiding with the help of the wider team
* support funerals - conducting the ceremony, leading the team and carrying the deceased when necessary
* make sure all regulated work, including funeral planning appointments, is referred to a 'certified colleague'
* build and maintain relationships with the team, clients and the community


This role would suit people who have


* a commercial mind-set and experience in a managerial role
* a true customer focus and a real passion for delivering a great service
* the ability to capture intricate detail and make sure it is reflected in the service we deliver
* compassion, understanding and empathy, and the ability to keep a cool head under pressure
* a UK manual driving licence


Why Co-op?


You'll get a fantastic benefits package including:


* 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round
* 10% off other brands in our food stores all year-round (doubles to 20% on the Friday and Saturday after payday)
* discounts on other Co-op products and services
* 23 days holidays (pro rata, rising with service)
* a pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers confidential advice and support on anything you're struggling with, 24 hours a day
* access to virtual GP and free eye tests
* endless career development opportunities including apprenticeships
* friendly, supportive team and the knowledge that you make a huge difference to your community
* access to Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it


At Co-op, we're proud to do things a different way. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we've had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities


Building an inclusive work environment


We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve. 


If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.


We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.


If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.


You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.


You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.


As part of your application you'll need to complete an online assessment. It will take you around 20 minutes to complete this test.


If you're successful in your application, we'll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include a DBS (disclosure and barring service) and adverse media checks, and an occupational health questionnaire (to ensure you are fit to perform the role). We'll also check your social media activity on platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.


Any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the completion of pre-employment screening checks.

Associate Director - Transportation and Active
Location: Slough
Full-time | Permanent

Project Centre, part of Marston Holdings, is a leading consultancy specialising in design, engineering, and landscape architecture.
We are passionate about creating innovative, sustainable, and safe environments, and we're looking for a talented Associate Director to join our growing team in Slough.

As the Associate Director, you will lead the Transportation and Active Travel team, driving forward exciting projects that shape the future of local communities. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to key business strategies, manage high-profile client relationships, and mentor a team of engineers and consultants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, adopting a collaborative and partnership-focused approach.


• Lead and mentor your team, ensuring quality project delivery and maintaining utilisation targets.


• Develop a pipeline of forward work, ensuring projects meet quality, financial, and client satisfaction goals.


• Manage transportation and active travel projects, including development control, local authority transport strategies, and active travel initiatives.


• Prepare and assist with bid submissions and frameworks, ensuring business growth and client engagement.


• Lead operational meetings, managing resources and project oversight across regional teams.

What We're Looking For:

• Expertise in transportation and active travel planning, particularly in London and the South-East.


• Proven track record of managing transportation projects for local authorities.


• Strong financial and business management skills, including project budgeting and commercial management.


• Network of consultant, contractor, and developer contacts to assist in the growth and development of business targets.


• Experience in leading teams, mentoring staff, and developing innovative project solutions.


• Track record of continuous improvement and innovation in design and delivery processes


• Chartered status with CIHT and a relevant degree.

What's in it for you?

• Salary: yp to £75,000 per annum DOE


• Hybrid working


• Contract: Permanent


• Full time, 37.5 hours per week


• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Package, subject to eligibility criteria


• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays


• Private health care


• Yearly professional membership

Apply today and help shape the future of transportation and active travel!

Please note: New starters will be subject to clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and a County Court Judgment check. In addition, the post holder is expected to keep the Company updated if their personal circumstances change.
We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

Join our team!

Are you a great leader of Catering Teams with a genuine passion for exemplary service? We have a new opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Operations Director to join our team across the London and South regions.

This role sits within our Education division - catering for students. Dedicated to providing high-quality, nutritious, fresh, and sustainable food for our younger generation, we're 100% committed to supporting a healthy diet. At Taylor Shaw & Edwards & Blake, we're driven by the knowledge that young people deserve and need the best food for their wellbeing.

What you'll be doing...

The successful candidate will have exceptional proven leadership qualities and an ability to achieve results through others. We require a committed empathetic and passionate individual to deliver and exceed client and customer expectations.

This will role cover London, M25 and surrounding locations, and the South Coast with 6 Operations Managers that report to this position

Your key responsibilities as the Operations Director will consist of:

• Accountable for creating a culture of excellent customer experience within their community
• Accountable for ensuring legal and company compliance within strategic area of responsibility
• Accountable for creating a platform for financial growth, exceeding financial targets
• Accountable for building and proactively maintaining external relationships with senior clients to exceed client expectations, deliver a value-added service proposition which will build and sustain industry competitive advantage
• Oversee Operations Management function within area of responsibility
• Accountable for overseeing recruitment, support, training and development of operations team in order to deliver an efficient, high quality, financially beneficial value proposition to Company and senior client in line with Company processes
• Support the sales team with site visits, sales presentations, and ensuring bids are operationally sound. Developing centre of excellences within sites to be used as reference points is essential

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday

What can you bring?

The experience and knowledge we are looking for from the future Operations Director include:

• Extensive experience in contract catering, within a multi-site, senior management role
• Education experience will be an advantage
• Ability to demonstrate experience in leading, inspiring and motivating a large and diverse team
• Proven experience of working closely and successfully with clients
• Confidence in numbers and P&L management

Our way of saying thank you...

At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts

We offer a salary of upto £70,000 plus a 15% KPI performance-related bonus and company car/allowance

FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy complimentary lunches, saving you time & money while ensuring you stay nourished & energised throughout the day.

Support Your Way of Life:

• Flexible Working: We offer full-time & part-time roles, with varying shift patterns across the business. Allowing colleagues the flexibility to balance their personal & professional commitments
• Hybrid Working Model: Collaborate & innovate in the office three days a week while enjoying focused work-from-home days
• Holiday Allowance: Relax & recharge with 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays)
• Additional Holiday Purchase Option: Customise your time off by purchasing extra holidays
• Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with flexible leave options
• Paid Charity Leave: Make a positive impact with two additional paid days for charity work

Big Enough for Growth, Small Enough to Connect:

• Opportunities for career progression while developing a close-knit community

Supporting You Through Life's Ups & Downs:

• Access mental health support & comprehensive wellbeing benefits
• Keeping Finances & Wellbeing in Mind:
• Life assurance, workplace pension schemes, discounts, cashback, entertainment, leisure discounts, & a cycle to work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...

Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including:

• Workplaces & Office Space
• Sporting Venues & Stadiums
• Attraction & Heritage Sites
• Public Sector & Defence
• Health, Care & Hospitals
• Schools, Colleges & Universities

Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we're committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.

That's why 85% of colleagues tell us how proud they are to work for us!

Elior Celebrates Equality

Our aim is to celebrate a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion, continuing to make Elior a great place to work!

Every colleague has a distinctive set of values, skills, and aspirations. To ensure that we attract, develop, and retain best people from the widest possible talent pool we're committed to providing an inclusive environment where our colleagues fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to succeed.

The principal duties of the Associate Director of Nursing are: To drive the care group programme for patient flow across the inpatient wards. Work with the Care Group Directors of Nursing to ensure the implementation of patient experience initiatives across the Trust; coordinate local patient satisfaction surveys and lead the development of action plans to address any shortfalls. Strategic leadership to ensure high standards of care for patients and their families evidenced through the key performance indicators of the departments. Provide professional nursing leadership of the nursing teams across the Care Group ensuring appropriate structures are in place to support nurses in the delivery of care to patients and their families. Provide nursing leadership on human resource issues relating to workforce planning, professional development, clinical leadership/supervision, appraisal, interviewing of senior staff and the retention and recruitment strategy for Networked Care. To lead annual reviews of nursing roles and establishment so that new and expanded responsibilities are developed where appropriate and skill mix changes implemented as required. Promote and maintain an evidence-based practice culture for nursing staff, ensuring representation at local, regional, and national networks, to share good practice and be responsible for wide dissemination and implementation of evidence.

If you would like to have an initial conversation, please contact our recruitment partner, Brendan Davies, at Hunter Healthcare on 07585 356985 or by email atbdavies@hunter-healthcare.com