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Primary Early Career Teacher (ECT) Teaching position in Lancashire \n Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Career Teacher looking to kick start your career in a supportive and vibrant school environment? We have an exciting opportunities for a Primary Teaching position starting in September 2026. I currently have ECT roles for Year 5, Year 4, Year 2 and Reception, all starting in the new year at schools able to support inductions. \n Key Details: \n\n • Position: Primary School Teacher\n, • Roles: Year 5, Year 4, Year 2 & Reception Teacher\n, • Start Date: September 2026\n, • Location: Preston, Leyland & Chorley\n, • Ofsted: Good with outstanding features\n, • Support: Excellent supportive Senior Leadership Team and ECT mentor scheme\n, • Managed by: Veritas Education\n\n Why Choose Veritas? \n\n • Interview and observation guidance from former teachers.\n, • Join a supportive and collaborative teaching team.\n, • Experience a vibrant and dynamic school environment.\n, • Develop your skills and career in a nurturing setting.\n, • Competitive salary and benefits package.\n\n Requirements: \n\n • Qualified teacher status (QTS) or pending completion of PGCE.\n, • Passion for primary education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.\n, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.\n, • Ability to inspire and engage young learners.\n\n How to Apply: All applications for this exciting opportunity are exclusively managed by Veritas Education. Please send your CV to \n For further inquiries and to receive guidance on CV writing, please contact Chris on . \n Observation and interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited into the school for a lesson observation (typically 1 hour long, numeracy or literacy lesson). Following this, you will then be interviewed by the school SLT. This process allows you to understand the school and get a true indication of the day-to-day running of the school. \n Join us in shaping young minds and making a positive impact on children's education. We look forward to welcoming a passionate Early Career Teacher to our school community. \n APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION \n\n • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy\n, • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained\n, • You must have legal right to work in the UK\n, • You must be willing to attend a registration interview\n\n Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. \n Disclaimer \n 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

Senior Town Planner\n Location: Preston / North West (hybrid working available)Salary: Competitive + benefitsType: Permanent \n A well-established and respected independent planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join its growing team in the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to take on a key role within a supportive, professional consultancy known for delivering high-quality planning advice. The Opportunity\n You'll be involved in a broad mix of projects across the region, with the chance to manage work from early-stage strategy through to determination and delivery. The role offers genuine autonomy, strong client exposure, and clear progression within a stable and growing business. Key Responsibilities\n\n • \n Managing planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions \n • \n Providing strategic planning advice across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments \n • \n Preparing high-quality planning statements and supporting documents \n • \n Liaising with local planning authorities, consultees and stakeholders \n • \n Managing projects and timelines effectively \n • \n Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team \n • \n Contributing to client relationships and repeat business \nAbout You\n\n • \n MRTPI qualified (or close to chartership with relevant experience) \n • \n Background in UK planning consultancy or local authority \n • \n Strong understanding of the UK planning system \n • \n Confident communicator with good report-writing skills \n • \n Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects \n • \n Keen to develop your career within a consultancy environment \nWhat's on Offer\n\n • \n Competitive salary and benefits package \n • \n Hybrid and flexible working \n • \n Varied project portfolio across the North West \n • \n Supportive, collaborative working culture \n • \n Clear career progression and long-term development \nInterested?\n If you're a Senior Town Planner looking for a new opportunity in the Preston area, I'd be happy to discuss the role in confidence. \n Apply now or get in touch to find out more.

I am recruiting on behalf of a well-established, multidisciplinary construction and property consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering projects across the North West.The business works across a diverse range of sectors and has built a loyal client base through its technical expertise, collaborative approach and commitment to delivering high-quality projects. \n With continued growth across its project portfolio, the business is looking to strengthen its Health & Safety and CDM offering through the appointment of an experienced Senior CDM Advisor. \n The Opportunity \n This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced CDM professional who can bring a wealth of knowledge, practical expertise and commercial awareness to an established consultancy environment. \n You'll work with a wide range of clients, project teams and stakeholders, providing expert guidance on CDM compliance and influencing safer design and construction practices from project inception through to completion. \n The role is based in Preston, with regular travel across the North West to support clients and projects. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Acting as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations 2015.\n, • Providing specialist CDM and Health & Safety advice to clients, design teams and contractors.\n, • Managing and delivering CDM services across multiple projects.\n, • Leading design risk management workshops and reviews.\n, • Preparing and reviewing Pre-Construction Information.\n, • Supporting clients in discharging their duties under CDM Regulations.\n, • Undertaking site inspections and health & safety audits.\n, • Reviewing construction phase plans and associated documentation.\n, • Producing technical reports and client guidance.\n, • Building and maintaining strong client relationships.\n, • Supporting business development opportunities where appropriate.\n\n About You \n This role requires a candidate with extensive practical experience and exceptional technical knowledge of CDM legislation. \n You will have: \n\n • Significant experience as a CDM Advisor, CDM Consultant or Principal Designer.\n, • Comprehensive knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and associated legislation.\n, • Strong experience working with clients, designers and contractors across construction projects.\n, • Excellent understanding of design risk management.\n, • The confidence to challenge and influence project teams where required.\n, • Strong report writing and communication skills.\n, • The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.\n, • A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the North West.\n\n Qualifications \n\n • NEBOSH Certificate\n, • Membership of APS, IOSH or a similar professional body.\n\n What's on Offer? \n\n • £55,000\n, • Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio.\n, • Opportunity to join a respected and growing consultancy.\n, • Professional development and career progression opportunities.\n, • Supportive and collaborative team environment.\n\n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

\n \n \n Places Leisure is part of the Places for People Group, we're changing lives by creating active places and healthier people for communities to thrive. As one of the UK's leading Social Enterprises, Places for People believes it's people who make a community, which is why we build homes, deliver services and create opportunities that help communities flourish. \n At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers. We're looking for individuals who share our values, do the right thing, support their communities and are motivated to grow. We apply the same philosophy to our colleagues as we do to our communities, ensuring everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to succeed. Here, you're more than just a colleague, you're part of our cause. Join a community that cares about you. \n So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you! \n \n More about your role \n We're looking for a Marketing Executive to join our Marketing team and support the delivery of estates transformation and business development projects across Places Leisure. \n This is a fast paced and varied role, supporting one of the largest investment programmes in the sector. With over 100 leisure centres across the UK and around 50 currently undergoing refurbishment or transformation projects, you'll play a key role in delivering marketing and communications activity that keeps customers informed and engaged throughout periods of change. Projects may include centre refurbishments, new facility openings, contract mobilisations, product launches, and service transitions. \n Working closely with marketing specialists, operational teams, suppliers, and clients, you'll coordinate marketing activity across multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring campaigns are delivered on time, stakeholders remain informed, and project plans stay on track. From supporting customer communications and launch activity to monitoring performance and providing project updates, you'll help deliver successful outcomes that enhance customer experience and support business growth. \n This is a 12 month FTC role. \n \n Essential Criteria \n \n • Previous experience working in a physical locations multisite environment within hospitality, retail or leisure sector. \n \n \n, • Delivering marketing campaigns, communications programmes, or project-based marketing activity. \n \n \n, • Coordinating multiple projects or campaigns while managing competing priorities and deadlines. \n \n \n, • Creating and delivering customer communications across digital and offline channels. \n \n \n, • Supporting project delivery through planning, coordination, reporting, and performance tracking. \n \n \n More about you \n You'll be an organised marketing professional with experience supporting campaigns, communications programmes, or project-based marketing activity. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, you'll be able to manage multiple priorities, balance competing deadlines, and coordinate activity across several projects at once. \n You'll have experience creating customer communications across digital and offline channels and be confident working with a wide range of stakeholders, including operational teams, suppliers, clients, and external partners. With a strong eye for detail and a structured approach to delivery, you'll ensure marketing activity is delivered accurately, on brand, and on time. \n We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a project focused environment and can support change and transformation initiatives through effective planning, coordination, reporting, and communication. \n \n Benefits \n We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. \n We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: \n \n \n • Pension with matched contributions up to 7% \n \n \n, • Bonus scheme for colleagues at 2% \n \n \n, • 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell days \n \n \n, • Healthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs, with private GP and health support services available \n \n \n, • Comprehensive wellbeing support including counselling, flu jabs, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access to our Wellbeing Hub, supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing \n \n \n, • Access to Our Place Rewards, offering discounts and savings on groceries, travel, shopping, home products and other lifestyle purchases \n \n \n, • Ongoing training, professional qualifications, internal development programmes and career progression opportunities \n \n \n, • Recognition programmes including Star Awards and Colleague Awards, celebrating achievements and recognising great work \n \n \n, • Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagement \n \n \n, • Free membership to Places Gyms \n \n \n, • Life Assurance to provide financial security for your loved ones, alongside access to will writing services to help you plan for the future with confidence \n \n \n \n \n \n What's next? \n If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us. \n As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and accessible recruitment process for all. \n We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best. \n If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk. \n We understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours. \n \n If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls \n \n \n \n \n Safeguarding \n At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. \n We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. \n By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities \n \n \n \n \n

About The RoleRight across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.Where will you be working?We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. Were problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure.This role will be within our water and wastewater capital project delivery team. Our teams deliver large-scale capital programmes aimed at keeping water infrastructure resilient for the long-term while protecting the environment.Want to be a part of it?What will you be doing? Lead and develop a team of Customer Liaison Officers to deliver effective customer and stakeholder engagement across projects.Oversee customer impact assessments, communication plans, stakeholder strategies, reporting and KPI performance.Establish clear communication with customers, stakeholders, project teams and external parties.Ensure contractual, legal and statutory requirements are met.Monitor engagement outcomes, risks, issues, complaints and escalations.Provide guidance to project and site teams on customer-related matters.Drive continuous improvement, share best practice, and deliver inductions and customer training.Support team performance through regular one-to-ones, development reviews and effective people management.What youll bring Build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Understand C-MeX, D-MeX and performance impacts.Manage time, priorities and deadlines effectively.Communicate clearly in writing and verbally.Negotiate and manage stakeholder expectations.Demonstrate strong leadership and people management.Work collaboratively and support others.Stay self-motivated, customer-focused and delivery-driven.Work effectively under pressure.Whats in it for you?We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; Contributory pension schemeOnline GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a yearEmployee assistance programmeMy Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discountsLife assuranceCycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemesEnhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leaveReward and recognition schemeRecommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us!In addition, this role offers; Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose fromMy Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car schemePrivate health care single coverHealth Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more!25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysDiscretionary bonus schemeAbout usWe want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. Were one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs.Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planetWere open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectationsWere together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the partsWere ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for lifeWhether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development.Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group.Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding.#MGroupWTPBN1_UKTJ

Key Group is one of the most exciting, forward-thinking brands in financial services, focused on helping people unlock a better retirement since 1998. We are later life lending experts, with a market leading specialism in equity release. We offer later life lending advice and solutions to help homeowners across the UK unlock a better retirement by accessing some of the wealth tied up in their properties. Or as we like to say, retirement finances, unlocked. Our portfolio of brands comprises of Key (the Adviser) More2Life (the Lender) and Air (Adviser software service).We are looking for an Automation Quality Assurance Engineer to join our technology team and play a key role in ensuring the quality, stability and performance of our systems.This role is focused on test automation, primarily across Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform, helping to ensure that new features and updates are thoroughly tested and delivered to a high standard.You will work closely with developers, analysts and stakeholders to understand requirements, build automated tests, and improve overall system quality within a fast paced, regulated environment.Main role & responsibilitiesDesign, develop and maintain automated test scripts for business systemsWork closely with developers and business analysts to understand requirements and define testing approachesCarry out functional, regression, integration and performance testingIdentify, log and track defects, supporting resolution with development teamsIntegrate test automation into CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Azure DevOps)Develop and improve automation frameworks, particularly in low code environmentsMonitor and report on test coverage and quality metricsKeep up to date with best practice across Dynamics 365, Power Platform and testing toolsSkills & experience we look forExperience in software testing or QA, with a focus on automationExperience writing or maintaining automated test scriptsFamiliarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or Power PlatformUnderstanding of testing types such as regression, integration and performanceExperience using tools such as Azure DevOps or similarStrong attention to detail and problem-solving skillsAbility to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholdersMost of all we look for people who display and work around the core values of our business:Ambitious - to break ground to help our customers enjoy a better retirement.Supportive - relationships are key to everything we do.Personal - going above and beyond to offer exceptional service.Integrity - honest, true and transparent in all of our relationships.Responsive - whatever the challenge we'll deliver the right result.Expert - experts in our field, our thirst for knowledge never stops.Benefits:25 days holiday, plus bank holidays. Rising to 28 days based on length of serviceAdditional holiday purchase scheme1 extra day to carry out charity work, and another day for your choice of wellbeing activityPension: 5% Employee and 8% EmployerAXA Exec (self) OR Simply health cashback planLife Assurance x4 salaryPlus so much more!TPBN1_UKTJ

Help Shape the Future of Sustainable Infrastructure Our client is delivering one of the most ambitious infrastructure investment programmes in the UK. As they continue to transform and enhance vital infrastructure services, they are looking for an Environmental Advisor to support the successful delivery of projects while protecting and enhancing the natural environment.This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional looking to develop their career within a major infrastructure organisation. You'll work across a diverse portfolio of engineering, maintenance and construction projects, helping project teams identify environmental risks, navigate regulatory requirements, and deliver practical environmental solutions.If you're passionate about applying environmental knowledge to real-world projects and want exposure to significant infrastructure programmes, we'd love to hear from you.The Role As an Environmental Advisor, you'll be part of a specialist environmental team, providing environmental support from project inception through to construction and completion. You'll play a key role in ensuring projects meet environmental requirements while identifying opportunities to improve environmental outcomes.Key Responsibilities Supporting environmental assessments across a range of infrastructure projects.Identifying environmental constraints, risks and opportunities early in project development.Advising project teams on environmental legislation, policy and best practice.Producing clear, evidence-based environmental reports and documentation.Working closely with internal specialists, contractors, regulators and stakeholders.Supporting environmental mitigation strategies and helping resolve environmental challenges.Assisting with environmental compliance throughout project delivery.Attending project sites and offices across the UK as required.Contributing to environmental surveys and fieldwork activities.Managing your own professional development and technical growth.Requirements Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related environmental discipline.Approximately 3-4 years' experience in an environmental role.Experience supporting environmental assessments or Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects.Understanding of UK environmental legislation, regulations and guidance.Experience working within project-based environments.Strong report writing, organisation and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work to deadlines.Postgraduate qualification in an environmental discipline.Experience within infrastructure, engineering, utilities or construction environments.Exposure to a broad range of environmental topics.Site-based environmental experience.Progress towards, or interest in obtaining, professional chartership.Environmental AdvisorEnvironmental ConsultantEnvironmental PlannerEnvironmental CoordinatorEIA ConsultantEnvironmental Project OfficerEnvironmental ScientistAssistant Environmental ManagerBenefits Competitive salary up to £45,000 depending on experience.Hybrid working arrangement.Exposure to diverse and complex infrastructure projects.Opportunity to work alongside a team of experienced Environmental Advisors and specialist environmental professionals.Structured career development and progression opportunities.Support for continuing professional development and chartership.Clear pathway into more senior environmental positions.Apply NowIf you're looking for an opportunity to make a tangible impact on major infrastructure projects while developing your environmental career within a growing and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ

Places Leisure is part of the Places for People Group, we're changing lives by creating active places and healthier people for communities to thrive. As one of the UK's leading Social Enterprises, Places for People believes it's people who make a community, which is why we build homes, deliver services and create opportunities that help communities flourish.?At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers. We're looking for individuals who share our values, do the right thing, support their communities and are motivated to grow. We apply the same philosophy to our colleagues as we do to our communities, ensuring everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to succeed. Here, you're more than just a colleague, you're part of our cause. Join a community that cares about you.?So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!?More about your roleWe're looking for a Marketing Executive to join our Marketing team and support the delivery of estates transformation and business development projects across Places Leisure.This is a fast paced and varied role, supporting one of the largest investment programmes in the sector. With over 100 leisure centres across the UK and around 50 currently undergoing refurbishment or transformation projects, you'll play a key role in delivering marketing and communications activity that keeps customers informed and engaged throughout periods of change. Projects may include centre refurbishments, new facility openings, contract mobilisations, product launches, and service transitions.Working closely with marketing specialists, operational teams, suppliers, and clients, you'll coordinate marketing activity across multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring campaigns are delivered on time, stakeholders remain informed, and project plans stay on track. From supporting customer communications and launch activity to monitoring performance and providing project updates, you'll help deliver successful outcomes that enhance customer experience and support business growth.This is a 12 month FTC role.Essential Criteria?Previous experience working in a physical locations multisite environment within hospitality, retail or leisure sector.?Delivering marketing campaigns, communications programmes, or project-based marketing activity.Coordinating multiple projects or campaigns while managing competing priorities and deadlines.Creating and delivering customer communications across digital and offline channels.Supporting project delivery through planning, coordination, reporting, and performance tracking.More about you?You'll be an organised marketing professional with experience supporting campaigns, communications programmes, or project-based marketing activity. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, you'll be able to manage multiple priorities, balance competing deadlines, and coordinate activity across several projects at once.You'll have experience creating customer communications across digital and offline channels and be confident working with a wide range of stakeholders, including operational teams, suppliers, clients, and external partners. With a strong eye for detail and a structured approach to delivery, you'll ensure marketing activity is delivered accurately, on brand, and on time.We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a project focused environment and can support change and transformation initiatives through effective planning, coordination, reporting, and communication.BenefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.?We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:?Pension with matched contributions up to 7%?Bonus scheme for colleagues at 2%?35 days holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell days?Healthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs, with private GP and health support services available?Comprehensive wellbeing support including counselling, flu jabs, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access to our Wellbeing Hub, supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing?Access to Our Place Rewards, offering discounts and savings on groceries, travel, shopping, home products and other lifestyle purchases?Ongoing training, professional qualifications, internal development programmes and career progression opportunities?Recognition programmes including Star Awards and Colleague Awards, celebrating achievements and recognising great work?Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagement?Free membership to Places Gyms?Life Assurance to provide financial security for your loved ones, alongside access to will writing services to help you plan for the future with confidence?What's next?If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.As part of ourcommitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and accessible recruitment process for all.We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best.If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on .W e understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours.If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold callsSafeguardingAt Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communitiesTPBN1_UKTJ

Help Shape Sustainable Infrastructure Projects Are you an experienced Environmental Advisor, Environmental Consultant or EIA specialist looking to work on complex infrastructure projects that deliver positive environmental outcomes?We're seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor to join a growing environmental team, providing expert guidance across a diverse portfolio of capital and operational projects. This is an opportunity to influence projects from concept through to construction, ensuring environmental risks are effectively managed and sustainable solutions are embedded throughout project delivery.Working closely with engineers, project managers, regulators and environmental specialists, you'll play a pivotal role in identifying constraints, supporting environmental assessments and helping deliver compliant, environmentally responsible infrastructure projects.As a Senior Environmental Advisor, you will provide specialist environmental risk management and technical support throughout the project lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide environmental risk management and technical advice across multiple infrastructure projects.Apply Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) principles to support project development and delivery.Identify environmental risks, constraints and mitigation requirements from project information, mapping and site data.Coordinate environmental inputs across a wide range of technical disciplines.Manage environmental surveys, assessments and specialist subcontractors.Support planning, consenting and environmental permitting activities.Ensure compliance with UK environmental legislation and industry best practice.Build effective relationships with regulators, local authorities and key stakeholders.Produce and review high-quality technical reports and environmental documentation.Requirements Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Ecology or a related discipline.Strong Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) experience.Proven experience coordinating environmental inputs across multiple disciplines and projects.Strong understanding of UK environmental legislation, planning processes and regulatory requirements.Ability to identify environmental risks and develop practical mitigation strategies.Excellent report writing, communication and stakeholder management skills.Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams.Chartered status or working towards professional chartership.Experience within water, utilities, highways, rail, energy or other infrastructure sectors.Experience reviewing, mentoring or managing the work of others.Senior Environmental ConsultantEnvironmental ConsultantEnvironmental AdvisorEnvironmental PlannerEIA ConsultantEnvironmental Project ManagerEnvironmental Assessment SpecialistInfrastructure Environmental AdvisorBenefits Competitive salary of £49,100 - £69,300Hybrid working model with approximately three office days per weekOpportunity to work on high-value infrastructure projectsJoin a growing environmental function of around 40 specialistsExposure to a broad range of environmental disciplines and challengesStrong support for professional development and chartership progressionCollaborative culture with access to specialist expertise across ecology, biodiversity, planning and environmental managementThe chance to influence projects that directly benefit customers, communities and the environment.Apply NowIf you're an experienced environmental professional with strong EIA expertise, excellent knowledge of UK environmental legislation and a passion for delivering environmentally responsible infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ

Our client, a leading national service company, are looking to recruit a creative, professional and driven Marketing & PR Executive to manage day to day tasks including the upkeep of social media channels, writing relevant content, website updates and planning of events and campaigns. Coordinate

MULTIMATIC GROUP OF COMPANIES Multimatic is a privately held, global enterprise supplying engineered components, systems and services to the automotive industry. Multimatic’s core competencies include the engineering and manufacturing of complex mechanisms, body hardware, suspension systems and body structures, as well as the design and development of lightweight composite automotive systems. In addition, Multimatic delivers niche vehicle design, development and production for road and race applications. Multimatic Motorsports is the competition arm of Multimatic Technologies, an operating group of Multimatic Inc. From the workshop to the pit wall, every member of our team plays a vital role in writing the next chapter of motorsport history. If you’re fueled by passion and thrive in high-pressure, high-reward environments, this is where your talent belongs. Location: Multimatic Motorsports USA, Mooresville, North Carolina, United States We are looking for a Junior Wiring Harness Builder. Primary role is to provide electrical support as directed by the Electrical Systems Group Manager. This is an entry level motorsports-based position. To be considered for this role, the applicant will require basic knowledge of electrical fundamentals and strong desire to learn about all aspects of electrical systems integration that are required for motor racing. A willingness to travel to IMSA events will also be required. We are a professional race team operating at the top level of North American sportscar racing. Responsibilities: Provide highest level of workmanship on all Multimatic Electrical Systems projects. Ensure that all work performed is thorough, methodical and to the highest possible level. Establish good working knowledge of electrical fundamentals. Approach all projects with a strong willingness to learn and apply what is being taught. Report all quality and any anomalies that could affect the outcome of the final product. Work in an organized fashion. Cleanliness, respect for the equipment and tools provided. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Be on time, follow team hours. Support other co-workers with similar tasks in achieving the highest level of workmanship. Imperative to work as a team. Respect one another regardless of personal views. Identify problem areas related to assembly when applicable and report to the Electrical Systems Group Manager. Work closely and communicate well with other team members. Need to be open with a good attitude. This team campaigns two cars in IMSA but operate as one team. Perform other misc. department duties as assigned by the manager. This role will require you to work at both the racetrack and the workshop. The nature of the work will require you to work extended hours and on some weekends. Required Skills and Abilities: Solid base of automotive or electromechanical skills is beneficial. Knowledge of System 25 sleeving and boots, type 55 wiring, and Autosport/Mil grade connector systems is preferable. Mechanical skills and knowledge of GT race cars is also beneficial but not required. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail is a must. An entrepreneurial mindset and roll-up-the-sleeves work ethic. Ability to successfully interact with all levels of employees in a multicultural environment. Excellent communication skills. Organized, accurate, meticulous in work approach. High level of initiative and dependability. Candidates must be authorized to work in the USA. Domestic and some international travel with the team to races and tests is expected and required for this position. At least 1 years’ experience building electrical wiring harnesses is beneficial. Competency in general wiring practices such as soldering, splicing, utilization of various connectors. Knowledge of System 25 sleeving and boots, type 55 wiring, and Autosport/Mil grade connector systems is preferable. IT integration knowledge is preferable. We offer: · Competitive pay with an annual bonus plan · Vacation + holiday time off paid · Comprehensive health insurance with options · 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Senior Technical Product Owner £75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package Hybrid Working | 3 Days per Week in Preston Help Shape the Next Generation of Enterprise Technology Some Product Owner roles are about maintaining a backlog. This isn't one of them. This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation at the forefront of digital transformation, where technology sits at the heart of the business and Product is genuinely empowered to influence strategic direction. You'll work alongside exceptional Software Engineers, Architects and Product Leaders, helping deliver large-scale digital platforms used by customers across multiple international markets. With significant investment in technology, modern engineering practices and product innovation, this is an environment where ambitious Product professionals can make a genuine impact while developing their own career within a world-class technology organisation. The Opportunity As a Senior Technical Product Owner , you'll become the driving force behind one of the organisation's engineering teams, taking ownership of the product backlog and ensuring every sprint delivers measurable business value. You'll translate strategic product vision into clear, deliverable outcomes, balancing customer needs, commercial priorities and technical excellence. Working across Product Management, Architecture, Engineering and Delivery, you'll influence decisions, challenge assumptions and help shape the future of enterprise-scale digital products. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, collaborating with highly technical teams and taking ownership from concept through to delivery. What You'll Be Doing Own and continuously optimise the product backlog for a high-performing Agile engineering team. Translate strategic product objectives into well-defined user stories, acceptance criteria and technical requirements. Prioritise work based on customer value, business objectives, technical dependencies and delivery capacity. Partner closely with Software Engineers, Architects, UX, Delivery Managers and senior stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle. Lead backlog refinement, sprint planning and collaborative product workshops. Balance delivery of new features alongside technical debt, platform improvements, BAU and non-functional requirements. Ensure engineering teams have clear priorities and a continual pipeline of delivery-ready work. Manage dependencies, risks and competing priorities across multiple workstreams. Use customer feedback, data and insight to drive informed product decisions. Champion Agile best practice and contribute towards continuous improvement across Product and Engineering. What You'll Bring We're looking for someone who combines strong commercial awareness with a genuine passion for technology. You'll ideally have: Proven experience as a Technical Product Owner, Product Owner or Senior Business Analyst within complex software environments. Experience working closely with Software Engineering teams delivering enterprise applications. Strong understanding of Agile delivery, Scrum and modern software development practices. Experience managing and prioritising complex product backlogs. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. The ability to translate business objectives into clear technical requirements. Experience writing high-quality user stories and acceptance criteria. A collaborative approach with the confidence to influence at all levels of the organisation. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Desirable experience includes: SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) Enterprise software platforms API-driven products and systems integration Large-scale digital transformation programmes Why This Role? You'll be joining a business where Product has a genuine voice. Technology is viewed as a strategic enabler, not simply a support function, giving Product Owners the opportunity to influence roadmap decisions, challenge thinking and shape products that operate at significant international scale. You'll work alongside talented engineers in an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement, with clear opportunities to develop your career as the organisation continues to invest heavily in its technology landscape. What's On Offer? Salary: Up to £75,000 Benefits include: Annual performance bonus Competitive pension contribution Private healthcare Life assurance Generous annual leave, plus the option to buy additional holidays Hybrid working ( 3 days per week in the Preston office ) Flexible working arrangements Personal learning and development budget Access to industry-leading training and certifications Clear progression pathways within a global technology organisation Employee wellbeing initiatives Modern offices with collaborative working spaces Location Preston Hybrid working: 3 days per week onsite, 2 days from home. Skills & Experience Product Ownership Technical Product Management Agile Scrum SAFe Product Strategy Product Roadmaps Backlog Management User Stories Acceptance Criteria Business Analysis Requirements Gathering Requirements Analysis Stakeholder Management APIs REST APIs Systems Integration Enterprise Software Agile Delivery SDLC Why Apply? Opportunities to join organisations of this calibre don't come around often. If you're looking for a role where you'll influence technology strategy, work alongside exceptional engineering talent, and help deliver products that genuinely make an impact at enterprise scale, we'd love to hear from you. This is more than your next Product Owner role - it's an opportunity to help shape the future of a technology organisation that is continuing to invest, innovate and grow. TPBN1_UKTJ

Hourly Care Assistant to Journalism Studies Uni student Are you a recent graduate wondering what to do next? Or are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference while enjoying a varied and exciting working environment? AskJules is recruiting on behalf of our client, who is looking for a team of four enthusiastic, reliable Personal Assistants to support her as she embarks on an exciting new chapter at the University of Sheffield. This is far more than a traditional care role. It's an opportunity to support a young woman to live independently, achieve her ambitions, and fully embrace university life. No two days are the same, and you'll become an important part of helping her experience everything university has to offer. Location: Sheffield (during university term time) and Buckinghamshire (during university holidays) Start Date: 20th September 2026 Hours: 3648 hours per week (a mixture of day and night shifts) 7am-9pm / 7pm-9am during probation & after 6 working weeks the hours will be 8am -8pm / 8pm - 8am Pay: £15.00 per hour Training: Previous care experience is not essential . Full training will be provided. About our client Our client is starting her first year at the University of Sheffield, where she will be studying BA Journalism Studies . She is a full-time powered wheelchair user and has Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type 2 , a genetic condition that causes muscle weakness. As a result, she requires assistance with most physical tasks to enable her to live independently and enjoy university life to the fullest. She is looking for Personal Assistants who will support her both at university during term time and at her family home in Buckinghamshire during university holidays. As written by our client... 'Im passionate about journalism, writing, photography, and creating content. I love meeting new people, keeping up with current affairs, and advocating for disability rights and equality. Outside of studying, you'll often find me shopping, visiting museums, going out for meals, enjoying the pub or a night out, watching rom-coms, listening to Lana Del Rey, drinking matcha, or planning spontaneous adventures "for the plot!" I also love fashion, styling outfits, doing my makeup, and making sure my hair looks great every day. Family and friends are incredibly important to me, so I'm looking for PAs who can naturally fit into my life, chat comfortably with my friends and flatmates, and support me without taking centre stage. I also love travelling, so if you're happy to accompany me on trips around the UK and abroad, that's a huge bonus! About the Role As one of our client's Personal Assistants, you will provide practical support with her health and daily living needs, enabling her to live independently and make the most of every aspect of university life. This role offers genuine purpose, variety and job satisfaction. You'll support our client not only with her personal care but also with everything that comes with being a first-year studentfrom attending lectures and studying in the library to shopping, socialising, nights out, travelling and exploring new places. No previous care experience is required, as full training will be provided in our client's individual support needs. Duties will include: Providing personal care. Assisting with dressing, grooming and daily routines. Supporting with domestic tasks including cooking, cleaning and shopping. Accompanying our client to university lectures, appointments and social events. Supporting with travel and accessing public transport and venues. Assisting with transfers and repositioning. Supporting mobility and access to the environment. Assisting with specialist equipment, including a powered wheelchair, ceiling hoist, suprapubic catheter, BiPAP machine and cough assist machine (full training provided). Qualities our client is looking for in a PA Friendly, approachable, and easy to talk to. Positive, adaptable, and organised. Confident supporting me in both academic and social settings. Respectful of my independence and happy to work under my guidance. Comfortable providing personal care with professionalism and discretion. Happy to travel and be flexible when needed. Someone with a good sense of humour who enjoys making the most of life. Most importantly, our client is wanting someone who will support her to be the student she wants to benot just assist with her care, but help her live independently and enjoy everything university has to offer. If you would like to apply for this position, please describe your interests in your covering letter. Ask Jules is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo the appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service Ask Jules are agents for university students with physical disabilities who choose to employ Personal Assistants to provide their student support and personal care. Hourly Care Assistant to Journalism Studies Uni student TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Technical Product Owner £75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package Hybrid Working | 3 Days per Week in Preston Help Shape the Next Generation of Enterprise Technology Some Product Owner roles are about maintaining a backlog. This isn't one of them. This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation at the forefront of digital transformation, where technology sits at the heart of the business and Product is genuinely empowered to influence strategic direction. You'll work alongside exceptional Software Engineers, Architects and Product Leaders, helping deliver large-scale digital platforms used by customers across multiple international markets. With significant investment in technology, modern engineering practices and product innovation, this is an environment where ambitious Product professionals can make a genuine impact while developing their own career within a world-class technology organisation. The Opportunity As a Senior Technical Product Owner, you'll become the driving force behind one of the organisation's engineering teams, taking ownership of the product backlog and ensuring every sprint delivers measurable business value. You'll translate strategic product vision into clear, deliverable outcomes, balancing customer needs, commercial priorities and technical excellence. Working across Product Management, Architecture, Engineering and Delivery, you'll influence decisions, challenge assumptions and help shape the future of enterprise-scale digital products. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, collaborating with highly technical teams and taking ownership from concept through to delivery. What You'll Be Doing • Own and continuously optimise the product backlog for a high-performing Agile engineering team., • Translate strategic product objectives into well-defined user stories, acceptance criteria and technical requirements., • Prioritise work based on customer value, business objectives, technical dependencies and delivery capacity., • Partner closely with Software Engineers, Architects, UX, Delivery Managers and senior stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle., • Lead backlog refinement, sprint planning and collaborative product workshops., • Balance delivery of new features alongside technical debt, platform improvements, BAU and non-functional requirements., • Ensure engineering teams have clear priorities and a continual pipeline of delivery-ready work., • Manage dependencies, risks and competing priorities across multiple workstreams., • Use customer feedback, data and insight to drive informed product decisions., • Champion Agile best practice and contribute towards continuous improvement across Product and Engineering.What You'll Bring We're looking for someone who combines strong commercial awareness with a genuine passion for technology. You'll ideally have: • Proven experience as a Technical Product Owner, Product Owner or Senior Business Analyst within complex software environments., • Experience working closely with Software Engineering teams delivering enterprise applications., • Strong understanding of Agile delivery, Scrum and modern software development practices., • Experience managing and prioritising complex product backlogs., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., • The ability to translate business objectives into clear technical requirements., • Experience writing high-quality user stories and acceptance criteria., • A collaborative approach with the confidence to influence at all levels of the organisation., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Desirable experience includes:, • SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), • Enterprise software platforms, • API-driven products and systems integration, • Large-scale digital transformation programmesWhy This Role? You'll be joining a business where Product has a genuine voice. Technology is viewed as a strategic enabler, not simply a support function, giving Product Owners the opportunity to influence roadmap decisions, challenge thinking and shape products that operate at significant international scale. You'll work alongside talented engineers in an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement, with clear opportunities to develop your career as the organisation continues to invest heavily in its technology landscape. What's On Offer? Salary: Up to £75,000 Benefits include: • Annual performance bonus, • Competitive pension contribution, • Private healthcare, • Life assurance, • Generous annual leave, plus the option to buy additional holidays, • Hybrid working (3 days per week in the Preston office), • Flexible working arrangements, • Personal learning and development budget, • Access to industry-leading training and certifications, • Clear progression pathways within a global technology organisation, • Employee wellbeing initiatives, • Modern offices with collaborative working spacesLocation Preston Hybrid working: 3 days per week onsite, 2 days from home. Skills & Experience • Product Ownership, • Technical Product Management, • Agile, • Scrum, • SAFe, • Product Strategy, • Product Roadmaps, • Backlog Management, • User Stories, • Acceptance Criteria, • Business Analysis, • Requirements Gathering, • Requirements Analysis, • Stakeholder Management, • APIs, • REST APIs, • Systems Integration, • Enterprise Software, • Agile Delivery, • SDLCWhy Apply? Opportunities to join organisations of this calibre don't come around often. If you're looking for a role where you'll influence technology strategy, work alongside exceptional engineering talent, and help deliver products that genuinely make an impact at enterprise scale, we'd love to hear from you. This is more than your next Product Owner role - it's an opportunity to help shape the future of a technology organisation that is continuing to invest, innovate and grow. JBRP1_UKTJ

Bid Writer Hybrid – Preston (3 days in the office) £50,000 - £60,000 Basic + Discretionary Bonus + 26 Days Holiday + Pension (6.5% employer contribution) + Healthcare + Life Assurance + Internal & External Development + On Site Gym + Company Doctor On offer is the opportunity to join a well-respected, family owned contractor operating across a variety of public sector frameworks. Enjoy working in a Bid Writer role where you will take real ownership of written content, contributing to bids across the construction and refurbishment services. You will be part of an ever-developing bid function, working closely with senior stakeholders and playing a key role in improving how bids are written, structured and presented. This company delivers essential services for the residential, healthcare, education and local authority sectors. They require a Bid Writer to enhance submission quality, support the wider bid process, and help raise standards across the team. A strong opportunity for someone looking to step into a role with more responsibility and influence over the work-winning function. Your Duties • Own the bid process with confidence, expertly interpreting requirements, managing timelines, and ensuring every submission is delivered on time and to the highest standard, • Bring energy and insight to bid strategy, actively contributing to kick-off meetings and reviews, helping shape compelling win themes that set us apart from the competition, • Conduct in-depth research, developing a strong understanding of each client, sector, and procurement route, while applying knowledge of the Construction Playbook and current public procurement guidance to strengthen submissions, • Craft persuasive, high-impact content, producing clear, original, and tailored responses for PQQs, tenders, and frameworks that showcase our strengths and value, • Champion compliance and best practice, ensuring all submissions align with the Procurement Act 2023, reflecting transparency, integrity, and robust tendering standards Experience Required • Solid experience bid writing in the construction sector, • Experience of frameworks including NWCH, Pagabo, Procure Partnerships or similar, • Strong written ability with experience producing high-quality tender responses, • Willing to commute to Preston 3 days a week Apply now to Gordon Levy at Bid Resource Solutions Ltd Keywords: Bid Writer, Proposal Writer, Proposals Writer, Bid Coordinator, Bid Manager, Proposal Manager, Proposals Manager, Bids Executive, Bids, Proposal, Tender, Construction, Maintenance, Built Environment, M&E, Property Services, Preston, Lancashire, Blackpool, Manchester, Lancaster, Burnley, Bolton, Southport Bid Resource Solutions Limited is an Employment Consultancy. Bid Resource Solutions Limited regrets to inform you that our client can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed

Bid Writer Preston The Opportunity: A well-established, privately owned UK organisation operating across construction, facilities management and infrastructure is seeking an experienced Bid Writer to join its growing bid function. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing major public-sector and framework opportunities, turning complex technical and commercial information into compelling, compliant submissions. The role offers the opportunity to work on projects with tangible community impact across sectors including education, housing, highways and public facilities. Performance Objectives: Achieve a tender win rate of 70%+ by value within 12 months, producing high-quality, fully compliant PQQ, ITT and framework responses. Lead end-to-end bid production for 8–12 major opportunities annually, coordinating technical, commercial and operational contributors. Improve average bid quality scores by 15% year-on-year through strong win themes, relevant case studies and client-focused narratives. Develop and maintain a reusable library of 50+ high-quality method statements, CVs and social-value evidence, reducing future bid production time by approximately 20%. Identify and qualify two suitable public-sector or framework opportunities per quarter, aligned with organisational strategy and representing significant pipeline potential. Coach operational contributors to ensure 90% deliver first-draft content on time and to the required standard. Team & Working Environment: Report directly to the Bid Manager and join an experienced bid team. Access to CRM systems, tender portals, graphic design support and senior-level bid review. Primarily North West-based activity, with travel as required. Hybrid working is standard. Supportive environment with a strong focus on bid quality rather than high-volume production. Essential Experience & Qualifications: Proven track record of writing successful construction or FM tenders for public-sector clients, such as local authorities, healthcare, education or highways organisations. Ability to translate complex technical and commercial information into clear, persuasive and fully compliant bid narratives. Strong understanding of UK public procurement, including PAS 91, the Construction Playbook and social-value requirements. Experience coordinating contributions from multiple disciplines and facilitating structured bid reviews. Excellent written English, strong attention to detail and a consistent ability to meet demanding submission deadlines. Why Consider the Role: Opportunity to influence the growth of an established, privately owned organisation with a strong regional presence. Work on projects that have a visible and lasting impact on local communities. Collaborative, non-corporate culture where quality and expertise are valued. Genuine opportunity for progression into a Bid Manager position as the team and pipeline continue to grow. A role where the bids you develop translate directly into projects that are delivered on the ground. Ideal Candidate: This opportunity would suit an experienced Bid Writer / Bid Executive / Senior Bid Writer with a background in construction, facilities management or infrastructure, particularly someone accustomed to public-sector procurement and complex PQQ, ITT and framework submissions

Ecologist £30,000 - £40,000 Preston What's on offer: Competitive salary Varied and interesting project portfolio Supportive working environment Opportunities for professional development and training Flexible working arrangements Clear opportunities for career progression An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Ecologist to join an established and growing environmental consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering practical ecological services across a diverse range of projects. The company provides professional ecological advice, surveys and assessments to support development and land management projects, offering an Ecologist the opportunity to work across varied and interesting schemes. As an Ecologist, you will be involved in a mixture of fieldwork and consultancy-based responsibilities, including protected species surveys, habitat assessments, ecological appraisals, report writing and supporting clients throughout the planning process. This is an excellent opportunity for an Ecologist looking to develop their technical skills within a supportive and collaborative team. Requirements: Relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline Previous ecological consultancy experience is desirable Experience undertaking ecological surveys and producing technical reports Good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning processes Full UK driving licence Full right to work in the UK * Applicants must live in or near Preston or be willing to commute to the office If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position

I am recruiting on behalf of a well-established, multidisciplinary construction and property consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering projects across the North West. The business works across a diverse range of sectors and has built a loyal client base through its technical expertise, collaborative approach and commitment to delivering high-quality projects. With continued growth across its project portfolio, the business is looking to strengthen its Health & Safety and CDM offering through the appointment of an experienced Senior CDM Advisor. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced CDM professional who can bring a wealth of knowledge, practical expertise and commercial awareness to an established consultancy environment. You'll work with a wide range of clients, project teams and stakeholders, providing expert guidance on CDM compliance and influencing safer design and construction practices from project inception through to completion. The role is based in Preston, with regular travel across the North West to support clients and projects. Key Responsibilities Acting as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations 2015. Providing specialist CDM and Health & Safety advice to clients, design teams and contractors. Managing and delivering CDM services across multiple projects. Leading design risk management workshops and reviews. Preparing and reviewing Pre-Construction Information. Supporting clients in discharging their duties under CDM Regulations. Undertaking site inspections and health & safety audits. Reviewing construction phase plans and associated documentation. Producing technical reports and client guidance. Building and maintaining strong client relationships. Supporting business development opportunities where appropriate. About You This role requires a candidate with extensive practical experience and exceptional technical knowledge of CDM legislation. You will have: Significant experience as a CDM Advisor, CDM Consultant or Principal Designer. Comprehensive knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and associated legislation. Strong experience working with clients, designers and contractors across construction projects. Excellent understanding of design risk management. The confidence to challenge and influence project teams where required. Strong report writing and communication skills. The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the North West. Qualifications NEBOSH Construction Certificate Membership of APS, IOSH or a similar professional body. What's on Offer? £50,000 - £60,000 salary depending on experience. Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio. Opportunity to join a respected and growing consultancy. Professional development and career progression opportunities. Supportive and collaborative team environment.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home Preston £55,000 - £65,000 per annum (DOE) Full-Time | Permanent Are you an experienced Children's Home Manager ready to lead a high-quality residential service where you can genuinely make a difference? We are recruiting for a Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Preston, providing outstanding care and support to young people with emotional and behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate leader looking to join a supportive organisation committed to achieving the best outcomes for children. The Role As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of the home, ensuring full compliance with Ofsted regulations while creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for young people. You will: • Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing staff team., • Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted standards and Children's Homes Regulations., • Promote positive outcomes and person-centred care for all young people., • Manage safeguarding, risk management and quality assurance., • Oversee staffing, budgets, rotas and recruitment., • Build positive relationships with local authorities, families and external professionals., • Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards across the service. Requirements • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)., • Previous experience managing or deputising within an Ofsted-registered children's home., • Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards., • Proven leadership and team management experience., • Excellent safeguarding knowledge and report writing skills., • Full UK driving licence preferred. What's on Offer • Salary of £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience., • Performance-related bonuses (where applicable)., • Ongoing training and professional development., • Supportive senior leadership team., • Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation., • Generous annual leave., • Pension scheme

TML Recruitment is partnered with a leading UK-wide property practice in their search for a Senior Valuation Surveyor to be based out of their prestigious Manchester offices covering the Preston patch. Our client is currently one of the fastest-growing property consultancies in the UK and is renowned for staff happiness, satisfaction, and career development. With a strategic growth mandate across multiple markets, they now seek additional expertise to join their expanding team and report directly to the Area Director of the division. It’s the ideal time to join a firm with a strong brand and respected reputation, yet within a team small enough for you to make a real impact and be highly visible. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking for their next step, taking ownership of a varied portfolio, supporting ongoing and new instructions, whilst being part of a wider, national team. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? • Valuation of a variety of commercial and residential assets, • Thorough understanding of RICS Standards, • Undertaking inspections, research and writing of valuation reports for a variety of clients, • Promoting our services, generating new business and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, • Supporting the team with fee proposals for new business, • Supporting ongoing and new instructions for colleagues and existing clients, • Mentoring junior members of the team, • Building relationships across the national valuation team and wider service lines WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BE SELECTED? • MRICS and RICS Registered Valuer, • Good knowledge of the local property markets, • A full driving licence, • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines and within specific agreed fees., • Proficient in valuation and Microsoft office software, • Willing to work in support of the wider team, whilst also taking responsibility for their own caseload., • Understanding of KEL, Argus Capitalisation and Developer software

Workshop Controller Location - Preston Monday to Friday 8am - 5.30pm Rota Saturday 8am - 12 noon. OTE: £50,000. We are currently looking to recruit a full-time Workshop Controller for our busy commercial vehicle dealership. The ideal candidate will need to hold a UK driving licence (Heavy goods licence will be advantageous but not essential), previous dealership experience and ideally experience as a fully qualified technician, as well as being able to work under pressure. Managing the time and resource of the team which includes assigning Technicians to tasks and ensuring productivity is maximised and that deadlines are adhered to, to ensure the smooth running of the workshop, controlling and managing the work in progress as well as ensuring that we minimise overage, ensuring quality control, making sure parts are ordered correctly, conducting audits and performance management on the team's work and general compliance. There will also be a focus on ensuring the correct DVSA and health and safety standards and procedures are met. Main Duties: ·Managing and coaching a team of vehicle technicians and apprentices, making sure targets and business objectives are met. ·Working with colleagues and other departments to ensure a seamless service for customers. ·Scheduling work to meet customer's needs, considering workshop targets, the complexity of each job and the availability of parts ·Provide estimates for servicing and repairs and setting timescales. ·Accurately issuing technicians time and writing technical reports and recommendations. ·Ordering correct parts for vehicles. ·Ensuring warranty standards are adhered to. ·Liaising with other departments as the workshop representative. ·Making sure all servicing work is carried out correctly, on-time and with customer satisfaction in mind. Key skills required: ·Previous experience within the automotive industry, particularly workshop control or a vehicle technician. ·Ideally knowledge of the ADP Kerridge System. ·Attention to detail. ·Excellent Interpersonal skills. ·Problem solving and decision making. ·Motivated and able to motivate others. ·Leadership with the ability to delegate to others. ·Ability to work under pressure

Primary Early Career Teacher (ECT) Teaching position in Lancashire Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Career Teacher looking to kick start your career in a supportive and vibrant school environment? We have an exciting opportunities for a Primary Teaching position starting in September 2026. I currently have ECT roles for Year 5, Year 4, Year 2 and Reception, all starting in the new year at schools able to support inductions. Key Details: Position: Primary School Teacher Roles: Year 5, Year 4, Year 2 & Reception Teacher Start Date: September 2026 Location: Preston, Leyland & Chorley Ofsted: Good with outstanding features Support: Excellent supportive Senior Leadership Team and ECT mentor scheme Managed by: Veritas EducationWhy Choose Veritas? Interview and observation guidance from former teachers. Join a supportive and collaborative teaching team. Experience a vibrant and dynamic school environment. Develop your skills and career in a nurturing setting. Competitive salary and benefits package.Requirements: Qualified teacher status (QTS) or pending completion of PGCE. Passion for primary education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to inspire and engage young learners.How to Apply: All applications for this exciting opportunity are exclusively managed by Veritas Education. Please send your CV to (url removed) For further inquiries and to receive guidance on CV writing, please contact Chris on (phone number removed). Observation and interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited into the school for a lesson observation (typically 1 hour long, numeracy or literacy lesson). Following this, you will then be interviewed by the school SLT. This process allows you to understand the school and get a true indication of the day-to-day running of the school. Join us in shaping young minds and making a positive impact on children's education. We look forward to welcoming a passionate Early Career Teacher to our school community. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained You must have legal right to work in the UK You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. Disclaimer 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community

Senior Town Planner Location: Preston / North West (hybrid working available) Salary: Competitive + benefits Type: Permanent A well-established and respected independent planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join its growing team in the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to take on a key role within a supportive, professional consultancy known for delivering high-quality planning advice. The Opportunity You'll be involved in a broad mix of projects across the region, with the chance to manage work from early-stage strategy through to determination and delivery. The role offers genuine autonomy, strong client exposure, and clear progression within a stable and growing business. Key Responsibilities Managing planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions Providing strategic planning advice across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments Preparing high-quality planning statements and supporting documents Liaising with local planning authorities, consultees and stakeholders Managing projects and timelines effectively Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team Contributing to client relationships and repeat business About You MRTPI qualified (or close to chartership with relevant experience) Background in UK planning consultancy or local authority Strong understanding of the UK planning system Confident communicator with good report-writing skills Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects Keen to develop your career within a consultancy environment What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid and flexible working Varied project portfolio across the North West Supportive, collaborative working culture Clear career progression and long-term development Interested? If you're a Senior Town Planner looking for a new opportunity in the Preston area, I'd be happy to discuss the role in confidence. Apply now or get in touch to find out more

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