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  • Kitchen Manager
    Kitchen Manager
    3 days ago
    £38000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    **Kitchen Manager - Delivery Kitchen London, South Acton** What you'll get: • Salary up to £38,000 per year based on a 45-hour contract., • Quarterly Bonus Scheme up to 20% (KPI's TBC), • Free yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift., • 28 days holiday., • A pension scheme to set you up for the future., • Medicash – Health cash plan including dental, optical, physiotherapy and more., • 24/7 virtual GP access and confidential counselling sessions and advice on wellbeing, money, legal and personal matters., • Cashback, online discounts and discounted shopping vouchers to help with everyday savings., • Gym and fitness discounts, cinema tickets, family days out and exclusive hospitality perks., • Annual social events, incentives and competitions., • 50% staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca restaurant., • Up to £500 employee referral scheme (T&Cs apply)., • Ongoing personal growth and development with our Franco Academy across the UK. About Us At Franco Manca, we're not just making sourdough pizza, we're creating a movement. Our passion for simple, authentic and delicious food is at the heart of everything we do. From our hand-stretched sourdough bases to the finest seasonal ingredients, every pizza tells a story of quality, care and tradition. With nearly twenty years of pizza-making under our belt, we've built a loyal following of pizza lovers across the UK. But we're more than just pizza. We're about people, community and creating a welcoming space where everyone feels at home. As we exploring new ways to serve delicious pizza, we're launching an exciting new Delivery Kitchen operation and are looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to help lead the way. What You'll Do • As Kitchen Manager, you'll be the driving force behind our Delivery Kitchen operation, leading a small team to deliver exceptional food quality and operational performance., • You'll take charge of the kitchen, ensuring every pizza is prepared to our high standards while maintaining speed, consistency and accuracy across every order., • Inspire, coach and develop a small team, creating a positive and supportive culture where people can thrive., • Manage kitchen operations, including food preparation, stock control, ordering, labour management, hygiene and health & safety., • Be hands-on, whether you're making pizzas, supporting your team during busy periods or finding ways to improve efficiency and performance., • Take ownership of day-to-day challenges and proactively solve problems to keep the operation running smoothly., • Ensure the kitchen is organised, effective and prepared to meet the demands of a fast-paced delivery environment., • Work closely with the Operations team to continually improve processes, standards and performance. What You'll Bring • We're looking for a Kitchen Manager who knows their way around a kitchen and has a genuine passion for great pizza and food quality., • You'll have previous experience leading a kitchen team in a Delivery Kitchen, delivery-focused kitchen or high-volume takeaway environment., • Strong pizza-making experience is essential., • You'll be comfortable leading and developing a small team of chefs., • Be highly organised, ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently at all times., • Have a proactive and solutions-focused mindset, with the ability to identify challenges and take ownership of resolving them., • Lead by example, creating a positive, supportive atmosphere within the team., • Have excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining Franco Manca's quality standards., • Possess strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP and health & safety compliance. Ready to Join Us? If you have the skills, pizza expertise and leadership experience to build and lead a successful Delivery Kitchen operation, then click apply and join the pioneers of Sourdough Pizza. Franco Manca is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our people. We welcome applications from everyone and recruit based on skills, experience and potential. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

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  • Second Pizza Chef
    Second Pizza Chef
    3 days ago
    $16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Chiswick, London

    Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for a Second Pizza Chef to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. What will I be doing? • Ensuring the kitchen service is running smoothly., • Leading shifts and taking ownership in the absence of the Head Chef., • Adhering to the highest standards, including cleanliness and organising deep cleans., • Training the team alongside the Head Chef., • Completing all prep as required and taking responsibility for your workstation., • Work collaboratively in a team alongside the wider team. What are we looking for? • Someone with previous experience stretching, baking and making dough in a fast-paced environment., • Someone with a good command of English., • An excellent communicator who enjoys being part of a team!, • Someone who is willing to work weekends. What's on offer: • Working with a fantastic team in a fun environment, • A brilliant work/life balance so you won't be working super-late!, • There's loads of opportunities to progress to a Head Chef role as we have really ambitious expansion plans!, • A competitive hourly rate including bonuses., • Full time hours - around 40 hours per week with all overtime paid for., • Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service, • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Training & career progression - we have excellent learning and development opportunities!, • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Fun staff parties - we close the shops so we are all able to join together!, • Hospitality Action's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, **YSP

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  • Operations Manager
    Operations Manager
    12 days ago
    £35000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Operations & Store Management Lead (Fast-Track to Partnership) Europafoodxb (UK) is recruiting a hands-on, high-performing leader to take ownership of daily operations, staff management, and problem-solving across our food retail/convenience business. This is a growth role for someone who can switch from selling on the shop floor to resolving operational issues immediately—calmly, quickly, and effectively. What you’ll do • Lead the store team day-to-day: standards, rota, performance, training, discipline where needed, • Solve operational issues fast (customer escalations, stock gaps, supplier/delivery issues, compliance), • Drive sales and service: lead by example on the floor when required, • Maintain excellent availability and reliability during busy trading periods, • Implement systems to improve efficiency and reduce errors, • Work closely with owners and develop into a wider business leadership role What we’re looking for (must-haves) • Full UK driving licence, • 3–4+ years management experience (retail/operations), • Excellent English (spoken and written), • Food retail / convenience / supermarket experience, • Fast, organised, resilient, trustworthy; takes ownership without excuses, • Hungry to learn, develop, and stay long-term (partnership pathway for the right person) What you get • Competitive salary (based on experience) + performance progression, • Sponsorship Visa provided if required, • Genuine growth: responsibility, leadership development, and long-term partnership potential To apply Send your CV + a short note explaining why you fit a fast-paced “ownership” role and your availability.

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  • Head Pizza Chef
    Head Pizza Chef
    3 days ago
    $17.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Chiswick, London

    Yard Sale Pizza are on the search for an experienced Head Pizza Chef who is a collaborative team leader with excellent pizza making skills to join our amazing team! Offering new loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. What will I be doing? • Leading and mentoring a hard working team of chefs in a busy environment., • You'll report to our Kitchen Operations Manager and General Manager and you will be responsible to run all areas of the kitchen on site., • Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen whilst keeping a positive working environment for the team!, • You'll be responsible for overseeing and providing excellent pizza quality, kitchen speed and service., • Training and maintaining a competent chef team - providing regular appraisals and keeping the team engaged., • Ensuring that you hit successful GP and portioning figures., • Maintaining 5* Food Hygiene standards., • You'll be responsible for your team's rota in alignment with budgeted staff costs., • Stock ordering and rotation. What are we looking for? • Someone with masterclass Pizza-making skills with a real passion for pizza!, • Someone who is highly skilled in making Neapolitan-style pizza, making and stretching dough and baking in a stone-based marana oven., • A Head Chef who has previous experience leading and developing a team who enjoys collaboration and has excellent communication skills., • Someone who has first-class organisation skills and attention to detail., • Someone with good knowledge of risk assessments, food safety and hygiene within a commercial kitchen. What's on offer: • Competitive Hourly Rates., • Full time hours - around 40 per week. Loyalty incentive - extra 50p per hour paid after 1 years continuous service Paid overtime., • Holiday paid in days off or in cash., • Career progression with Yard Sale Pizza - our Shop Head Chefs earn a monthly bonuses based on KPI's., • Working with a brilliant team in a fast-growing company., • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends., • Staff parties throughout the year., • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us. If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

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  • Business Development Executive – IT Sales
    Business Development Executive – IT Sales
    26 days ago
    £12.71–£13.71 hourly
    Full-time
    Hayes

    Job Overview We are looking for an ambitious, results-driven Business Development Executive – IT Sales to join our growing team in London. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing long-term client relationships, and driving revenue growth through the sale of IT solutions and services. As the face of our business, you will proactively engage with prospective clients, understand their business challenges, and recommend tailored technology solutions that deliver value. You will play a key role in managing the complete sales cycle, from lead generation and prospecting through to negotiation and closing deals. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated sales professional who thrives in a target-driven environment and has a passion for technology, business development, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Female candidates are preferred. Duties • Identify and develop new business opportunities across B2B and B2C markets through networking, referrals, cold calling, LinkedIn outreach, email campaigns, and market research., • Manage the complete sales cycle, from prospecting and lead generation through to proposal, negotiation, and closing new business., • Build and maintain long-term relationships with prospective and existing clients., • Understand customer business challenges and recommend suitable IT solutions and services., • Conduct professional product demonstrations, client presentations, and sales meetings., • Prepare tailored proposals, quotations, and commercial agreements., • Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and customer records using CRM systems., • Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets and KPIs., • Work closely with internal technical and delivery teams to ensure customer requirements are met., • Stay informed about the latest IT industry trends, SaaS developments, emerging technologies, market news, and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities., • Represent the company professionally at client meetings, networking events, and industry exhibitions where required. Experience • Minimum 3–5 years' experience in B2B & B2C IT Sales, Software Sales, SaaS Sales, or Business Development., • Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets., • Strong understanding of the SaaS (Software as a Service) business model, subscription-based sales, recurring revenue, and customer lifecycle management., • Good understanding of BDR (Business Development Representative) and SDR (Sales Development Representative) processes, including prospecting, lead qualification, outreach strategies, and pipeline management., • Ability to understand client business requirements and recommend appropriate technology solutions., • Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills., • Commercially minded, self-motivated, proactive, and target-driven., • Willingness to work extended hours when business demands require., • Willingness to travel across the UK for client meetings and business development activities., • A valid UK driving licence is an advantage., • Fluency in one or more additional languages is highly desirable, with the ability to communicate effectively with international and global clients., • Candidates currently serving a notice period of 30 days or less are preferred., • Immediate or early joiners will be given preference., • Must have the legal right to work in the UK., • Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. What We Offer • Competitive salary with uncapped commission and performance incentives., • Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing organisation., • Supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment., • Ongoing training and professional development., • Opportunity to work with innovative IT solutions and build long-term client relationships. If you're passionate about IT sales, enjoy building lasting business relationships, and are looking to accelerate your career in a fast-growing technology business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your updated CV. Work Location: In person

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    3 days ago
    $35000–$44000 yearly
    Full-time
    Chiswick, London

    Yard Sale Pizza is on the search for an experienced General Manager to join our amazing team to run one of our brilliant shops in a vibrant London neighbourhood! In return you will receive a competitive base salary up to £38,000 per annum plus a generous bonus and excellent benefits! Our amazing and diverse teams are made up of chefs, front and back of house as well as our in-house drivers - you won't be dealing with third-party companies, just running a slick service of hand-made, hand-delivered pizza goodness! £35,000 - £38,000 OTE - £44,000+ Who are we? Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. Yard Sale Pizza fired up the oven in 2014, starting with weekly supper clubs from our backyard in Hackney. We now offer delivery, dine-in and takeaway in 17 of our favourite neighbourhoods. Known for our collaborations, we've teamed up with illustrators, musicians, international chefs & local eateries- all on the quest for the perfect pie! We've won London's most-loved restaurant in Time Out's 2016 Love London awards, were awarded Best Cheap Eats in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2017, and were voted London's favourite pizza in Time Out's inaugural Clash of the Slices in 2022. We're a young and fast-growing company who offer plenty of career progression for hard working and talented individuals. What will I be doing? • Dealing with all elements of management, including both kitchen and operations., • Supervising staff performance across all levels., • Reviewing periodic reports and adjusting operations to meet company KPIs., • Keeping your team motivated whilst bringing a great energy!, • Working with our marketing team to bring new business in and establish the shop in its location. What are we looking for? • We're looking for someone who absolutely loves to lead whilst setting a great example in the workplace., • Someone who has a keen understanding of driving sales and smashing targets!, • Someone with exceptional interpersonal skills., • An individual who has a few years experience as a GM would be amazing!, • It would be advantageous if you have previously worked within a takeaway setting. What's on offer: • Enviable hospitality hours which means you won't be working super-late!, • 28 days annual leave, • Cycle-to-work, • Tech scheme, • Company Pension Contribution, • Work from home allowance, • Birthday Present, • Free pizza on shift and brilliant discounts to enjoy with family and friends across all our shops!, • Staff parties throughout the year (we close all the shops!), • Fun away days and dinners throughout the year!, • Uniform and other merchandise to celebrate your milestones working with us, • Hospitality Action's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offers free independent, expert, support and advice 24/7 to all YSP staff. We would love for you to grow with us as we expand and learn all aspects of the business!- we have had so many internal success stories ! We are a super fast-growing company with plenty of amazing opportunities so it's a really exciting time to join us! If this sounds good, then we can't wait to hear from you! Pizza & Love, YSP

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  • D365 Test Manager
    D365 Test Manager
    1 month ago
    £80000–£90000 yearly
    Full-time
    Southall

    About the context The D365 Programme is a multi-year global transformation Programme in Finance & Operations implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 across all regions. It aims to harmonise multiple regional ERPs existing globally, while respecting divisional operating models and business specificities. It will create a standardized, single global core ERP model, based on the SaaS Microsoft D365 F&O platform. AI and intelligent automation have become central pillars of the testing and quality strategy — enabling faster test preparation, more predictable execution, higher coverage, and significant cost optimisation across global and regional deployments. Your role We are seeking a forward-looking D365 Test Manager who will lead the Programme's global testing with a strong bias toward AI adoption, automation, and intelligent quality assurance. Although operating as a solo Test Manager, you will work closely with System Integrator (SI) partners who bring specialised automation capabilities, including AI-driven script generation, automated execution, and accelerator-based testing services. Your role is to ensure these partners deliver maximum value, quality, and efficiency — especially through automation that reduces manual effort and lowers testing cost. You will own the global testing framework, govern SAT and Regression Testing, and enable regions to execute SIT/UAT/OAT successfully — all while embedding AI into the testing lifecycle and continuously identifying opportunities for automation across scenarios, processes, and releases. The impact you can create AI & Automation Leadership (Top Objective) ▪ Establish an AI-first testing strategy for the Programme. ▪ Lead adoption of AI tools such as Lidana (automated script generation), Tosca (automated regression), and AI copilots within ADO. ▪ Identify automation opportunities across GCM and regional processes. ▪ Expand automation coverage to reduce manual testing cycles and cost. ▪ Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. ▪ Use AI analytics to predict risks and improve quality outcomes. Delivery Management (AI-Optimised Execution) ▪ Govern SAT and Global Regression Testing end-to-end. ▪ Align global teams and regions to AI-enhanced testing plans. ▪ Drive readiness across SAT → SIT → UAT → OAT → Go-Live. ▪ Use AI-augmented dashboards for visibility and forecasting. Partner Management – With an Automation-Focused Ecosystem ▪ Collaborate with SI partners who provide automation-led scripting and execution services. ▪ Ensure partners maximise AI accelerators and automation toolkits. ▪ Challenge estimates and validate automation opportunities.▪ Drive accountability for quality, automation throughput, and SLA adherence. Delivery Assurance & Quality Governance ▪ Maintain and evolve the global testing governance framework. ▪ Ensure AI-supported traceability and automated evidence. ▪ Monitor risks and defects with AI-generated insights. Testing Strategy & Global Governance (AI-Enabled) ▪ Own global testing strategy across all testing phases. ▪ Maintain AI-enhanced templates, playbooks, and ADO structures. ▪ Improve the framework using AI release insights. Regional Enablement – Regions Execute, You Govern & Guide ▪ Provide AI-supported guidance and readiness standards. ▪ Support regions during SIT/UAT/OAT and ensure adoption of automation where valuable. Regression Testing Ownership – AI-Powered Two-Layer Model ▪ Govern Global Regression (RT1) and support Regional Regression (RT2). ▪ Expand automated regression coverage. ▪ Use AI analytics to maintain and optimise the regression suite. Test Automation – Core Pillar of the Role ▪ Lead automation strategy and roadmap. ▪ Scale automated regression for Platform Updates and global releases. ▪ Integrate automated tests into pipelines. ▪ Increase automation coverage every release. Success criteria ▪ Test Strategy refined if necessary and deployed. ▪ Quality Gates enforced. ▪ Test Coverage => 100%. ▪ Defect Leakage => 0. Tools & ADO Excellence ▪ Improve ADO setup for planning, execution, and reporting. ▪ Use AI dashboards for predictive insights. ▪ Capture lessons learned through AI-driven analysis. Technical Skills ▪ Strong technical foundation in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, with a deep understanding of multi-system ERP landscapes (iPaaS, Power Platform, regional integrations) and the ability to diagnose cross-system issues and dependencies. ▪ Expert-level proficiency in Azure DevOps (ADO) for end-to-end test governance: planning, execution tracking, defect lifecycle, analytics, and release readiness.▪ Advanced AI-enabled and automation-driven testing capabilities, including: Lidana for AI- accelerated script generation and scenario optimisation; Tosca (or equivalent) for automated end-to-end and regression testing, especially for Platform Updates and repeatable global processes. ▪ Proven ability to scale test automation, integrate automated suites into CI/CD pipelines, and apply AI insights to improve coverage and efficiency. ▪ Familiarity with Azure cloud services, modern integration patterns (API-based, event-driven, middleware orchestration), and cloud-native monitoring models. ▪ Strong delivery discipline using Smartsheet, MS Project, or equivalent tools for managing timelines, dependencies, and multi-team coordination. ▪ Experience working with global stakeholders, SMEs, product teams and partnering with top- tier SIs (Avanade, Capgemini, PwC, HSO). What you will bring ▪ 10+ years of ERP testing leadership in large, global, multi-region programmes (ideally D365 F&O), with strong command of SAT, SIT, UAT, OAT and Regression cycles. ▪ Extensive experience overseeing testing in highly integrated environments and driving risk management, dependency control, and issue resolution. ▪ A strong automation background, with hands-on experience using Lidana (or similar test scripting tools) and Tosca (or equivalent test execution tools) to accelerate test preparation, expand automation coverage, and validate Platform Updates. ▪ Demonstrated ability to embed automated tests into CI/CD, scale automation release-over- release, and foster an efficiency-focused testing culture. ▪ Strong communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills, able to lead multiple testing cycles in fast-paced global environments. ▪ A continuous-improvement and analytical mindset, with focus on AI adoption, automation expansion, and quality-driven delivery. ▪ Professional certifications such as Prince2 Practitioner or PMP, with fluency in English (French is an advantage).

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  • Marketing Executive
    Marketing Executive
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    London

    We are looking for a motivated individual who enjoys meeting people, generating new business opportunities, and promoting our services. This is a varied role combining digital marketing, local business outreach, and customer engagement. Whether you're an experienced marketer or someone looking to develop your marketing career, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement marketing campaigns to attract new customers., • Promote our collection and delivery laundry services across London., • Visit local businesses, hotels, offices, residential developments, and property managers to introduce our services., • Build and maintain relationships with potential and existing clients., • Manage and grow our social media presence., • Create engaging content for social media, email marketing, and promotional materials., • Assist with promotional events, partnerships, and local marketing initiatives., • Monitor campaign performance and suggest new marketing ideas., • Support the sales team in generating leads and converting enquiries into customers. What We're Looking For • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Friendly, confident, and professional attitude., • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently., • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail., • Basic knowledge of social media platforms and digital marketing., • Previous marketing or sales experience is desirable but not essential. What We Offer • Flexible part-time or full-time hours., • Competitive pay., • Opportunity for career progression within a growing business., • Friendly and supportive working environment., • Performance-based incentives and bonuses available.

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  • Registered Manager
    Registered Manager
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    Wembley

    Purpose of the Role To take full responsibility for the leadership, management, and regulatory compliance of a 3‑bed EBD children’s home. The Registered Manager ensures the delivery of high‑quality, trauma‑informed care in line with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted’s Quality Standards. The role is accountable for safeguarding, staff development, operational excellence, and achieving positive outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities 1. Leadership & Operational Management • Provide strong, child‑centred leadership that promotes safety, stability, and emotional wellbeing., • Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards., • Maintain and regularly review the Statement of Purpose., • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and operational systems., • Ensure the home is adequately staffed at all times and manage the rota effectively., • Oversee health & safety, fire safety, and environmental risk management. 2. Safeguarding & Risk Management • Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the home., • Ensure all safeguarding concerns are reported, recorded, and escalated appropriately., • Lead on risk assessments and behaviour support planning., • Maintain oversight of incidents, patterns, and trends to reduce risk and improve outcomes. 3. Staff Management & Development • Recruit, train, supervise, and develop the residential care team., • Provide monthly reflective supervision and annual appraisals., • Build a positive, supportive team culture grounded in trauma‑informed practice., • Manage staff performance, under‑performance, and professional conduct. 4. Care Planning & Child Outcomes • Oversee admissions, ensuring suitability and compatibility with existing residents., • Lead on care plans, placement plans, behaviour plans, and risk assessments., • Ensure children’s health, education, identity, and emotional needs are met., • Promote independence, life skills, and community engagement., • Maintain strong relationships with social workers, families, schools, and external agencies. 5. Quality Assurance & Compliance • Maintain high standards of recording, auditing, and regulatory compliance., • Prepare the home for Ofsted inspections and respond to regulatory feedback., • Complete Regulation 45 reports and contribute to continuous improvement., • Ensure all decisions are clearly recorded on children’s files. 6. Financial & Resource Management • Manage budgets, staffing costs, and resources effectively., • Ensure the home operates sustainably and within financial parameters., • Oversee procurement, maintenance, and external contracts. 7. On‑Call & Availability • Participate in the on‑call rota to support staff and respond to emergencies., • Provide flexible working hours when required to meet the needs of the home. Person Specification Essential • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a senior role within children’s residential care., • Strong understanding of trauma, attachment, and EBD behaviours., • Excellent safeguarding knowledge and decision‑making skills., • Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a staff team., • Strong communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills., • Ability to work flexibly, including on‑call duties., • Commitment to child‑centred, therapeutic practice. Desirable • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential Childcare) or willingness to complete., • Experience opening or developing a new children’s home., • Full UK driving licence.

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