Service Development Manager Homebased in Wales (North or South Wales) About Us Perennial is the nation's only charity dedicated to helping people in horticulture. Together with our network of partners, we provide free support, information, advice and services for horticulturalists and their loved ones experiencing illness, bereavement, family and work issues click apply for full job details
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Service Development Manager Homebased in Wales (North or South Wales) About Us Perennial is the nation's only charity dedicated to helping people in horticulture. Together with our network of partners, we provide free support, information, advice and services for horticulturalists and their loved ones experiencing illness, bereavement, family and work issues click apply for full job details
Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator Llanelwedd, Wales (with hybrid working and occasional travel for events) The Company Lantra is a leading awarding body for land-based industries in both the UK and the Republic of Ireland. We develop quality training courses and nationally recognised qualifications that are delivered through a national network of training Provider Partners. Working with a range of partners to promote the opportunities within the sector to an increasingly diverse audience, our training and qualifications are delivered to more than 116,000 learners each year across the UK. We work with businesses and other stakeholders to create innovative solutions to skills challenges. Farming Connect Agriculture & Horticulture is a Knowledge Transfer, Innovation and Advisory Service for farming and forestry businesses in Wales funded through the Welsh Government. The programme provides support to transform the business prospects of thousands of farmers and foresters. Now, as we go through an exciting period of growth, we are looking for a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator to join our team on a full-time basis for a fixed-term contract until the end of March 2025. The Benefits - Salary of up to £25,000 per annum (pro rata) - 25 days annual leave (pro rata) which increases with length of service - Defined contributory pension scheme or pension auto-enrolment scheme - Employee assistant scheme (health assured) - Reimbursed travel costs - Flexible working (subject to pre-approval) - Perkbox access to over 200 exclusive perks and discounts - Medical cash plans - Enhanced maternity and adoption pay - Rewards for length of service - Health & wellbeing events and initiatives - Fee voluntary day - Employee rewards - Free Parking - Free drinks This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised administrator with some financial processing skills to step into a varied role with our leading organisation. No two days will be the same in this fast-paced role, where you ll have the chance to support the delivery of an ambitious project that will positively impact the Welsh horticulture industry. What s more, you ll enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, supported by a range of exceptional benefits designed to promote a healthy work/life balance. The Role As a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, you will support the effective delivery and co-ordination of the Farming Connect Agriculture & Horticulture programme. You ll undertake a range of administrative tasks including responding to incoming enquiries, maintaining accurate filing systems, preparing monthly claims and performance summaries and booking meetings and travel arrangements. Supporting the delivery of the annual Lantra Cymru Awards event, you ll arrange event spaces, keep records on the online system, liaise with stakeholders and assist with social media promotion. About You To be considered as a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, you will need: - Administrative experience - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - The capability to manage paperwork, process and financial records for a large project - Strong multi-tasking and prioritisation skills Experience in a customer-facing role would be highly beneficial to your application. Other organisations may call this role Project Co-ordinator, Office Manager, Project Administrator, Project and Events Assistant, Project Support Officer, Events Executive, or Meetings and Events Co-ordinator. Webrecruit and Lantra are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to take the next step in your career as a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Mar 28, 2024
Contractor
Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator Llanelwedd, Wales (with hybrid working and occasional travel for events) The Company Lantra is a leading awarding body for land-based industries in both the UK and the Republic of Ireland. We develop quality training courses and nationally recognised qualifications that are delivered through a national network of training Provider Partners. Working with a range of partners to promote the opportunities within the sector to an increasingly diverse audience, our training and qualifications are delivered to more than 116,000 learners each year across the UK. We work with businesses and other stakeholders to create innovative solutions to skills challenges. Farming Connect Agriculture & Horticulture is a Knowledge Transfer, Innovation and Advisory Service for farming and forestry businesses in Wales funded through the Welsh Government. The programme provides support to transform the business prospects of thousands of farmers and foresters. Now, as we go through an exciting period of growth, we are looking for a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator to join our team on a full-time basis for a fixed-term contract until the end of March 2025. The Benefits - Salary of up to £25,000 per annum (pro rata) - 25 days annual leave (pro rata) which increases with length of service - Defined contributory pension scheme or pension auto-enrolment scheme - Employee assistant scheme (health assured) - Reimbursed travel costs - Flexible working (subject to pre-approval) - Perkbox access to over 200 exclusive perks and discounts - Medical cash plans - Enhanced maternity and adoption pay - Rewards for length of service - Health & wellbeing events and initiatives - Fee voluntary day - Employee rewards - Free Parking - Free drinks This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised administrator with some financial processing skills to step into a varied role with our leading organisation. No two days will be the same in this fast-paced role, where you ll have the chance to support the delivery of an ambitious project that will positively impact the Welsh horticulture industry. What s more, you ll enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, supported by a range of exceptional benefits designed to promote a healthy work/life balance. The Role As a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, you will support the effective delivery and co-ordination of the Farming Connect Agriculture & Horticulture programme. You ll undertake a range of administrative tasks including responding to incoming enquiries, maintaining accurate filing systems, preparing monthly claims and performance summaries and booking meetings and travel arrangements. Supporting the delivery of the annual Lantra Cymru Awards event, you ll arrange event spaces, keep records on the online system, liaise with stakeholders and assist with social media promotion. About You To be considered as a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, you will need: - Administrative experience - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - The capability to manage paperwork, process and financial records for a large project - Strong multi-tasking and prioritisation skills Experience in a customer-facing role would be highly beneficial to your application. Other organisations may call this role Project Co-ordinator, Office Manager, Project Administrator, Project and Events Assistant, Project Support Officer, Events Executive, or Meetings and Events Co-ordinator. Webrecruit and Lantra are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to take the next step in your career as a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
HEAD GARDENER / SITTINGBOURNE (ME9) / UP TO £32,000 PER ANNUM & GREAT BENEFITS Exciting new opportunity for a passionate and experienced Head Gardener to join a small, dynamic and friendly team. Excellent pay and 1st class support from the management team. The London Cremation Company plc is Great Britain's oldest cremation authority, and its principal activities are carrying out cremations and providing memorials at its crematoria. We now have an amazing, varied new opening for a knowledgeable Head Gardener to join our welcoming team at the beautiful and serene Sittingbourne Crematorium. The successful Head Gardener will be responsible for all aspects of our gardens and woodland, while also managing your own orders and liaising with 3rd party suppliers. What's on Offer? Competitive salary £32,000 (dependent on experience) 39 hour working week, (some weekends included) 26 days holiday Occupational Sick Pay Income Protection Scheme Life Assurance Cycle to Work Scheme and other wellbeing benefits Regular social events and team building Key Responsibilities of the Head Gardener: To effectively supervise and delegate tasks to your team to ensure that activities are undertaken to the highest possible safety standards. To supervise, motivate and work as part of a team with the aim of ensuring productive working relationships within the team, with other employees, managers and the public. Train and guide the gardening team, providing ongoing support and encouraging professional development. To be proficient with the use, general cleaning and basic maintenance of the equipment. To ensure the COSHH maintenance log is in order and any chemicals are accounted for and up to date and safely and correctly stored. Oversee all aspects of gardening, including planting, pruning, weeding, and watering. Maintain all gardening equipment and ensure hand/power tools and grounds maintenance equipment, machinery and vehicles for your team are in good working order and secure. Proactively report incidents, suggestions, or concerns regarding the site to your line manager. Develop and implement comprehensive plans for the gardens, lawns, and woodland areas. Ensure front of house and chapel flower courts are kept in a tidy manner. Skills & Experience Required: Strong knowledge of horticulture, including plant identification, growth patterns, and common diseases, along with knowledge of roses and how to care for them. Confident in the creation of new memorial bed areas for ash interments. Self-motivated with the ability to confidently work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of sustainable and environmentally & friendly gardening practices. A passion for gardening and a genuine appreciation for the beauty of nature. The following would be advantageous but not essential: Spraying Certificates - PA1, PA2 and PA6., Certificate/proficient in the use of a tractor, ride on mowers and hedge trimmers, Basic concrete mixing/foundation laying and can erect fencing What's Next? If you have the knowledge and skill set to hit the ground running in this Head Gardener position, we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
HEAD GARDENER / SITTINGBOURNE (ME9) / UP TO £32,000 PER ANNUM & GREAT BENEFITS Exciting new opportunity for a passionate and experienced Head Gardener to join a small, dynamic and friendly team. Excellent pay and 1st class support from the management team. The London Cremation Company plc is Great Britain's oldest cremation authority, and its principal activities are carrying out cremations and providing memorials at its crematoria. We now have an amazing, varied new opening for a knowledgeable Head Gardener to join our welcoming team at the beautiful and serene Sittingbourne Crematorium. The successful Head Gardener will be responsible for all aspects of our gardens and woodland, while also managing your own orders and liaising with 3rd party suppliers. What's on Offer? Competitive salary £32,000 (dependent on experience) 39 hour working week, (some weekends included) 26 days holiday Occupational Sick Pay Income Protection Scheme Life Assurance Cycle to Work Scheme and other wellbeing benefits Regular social events and team building Key Responsibilities of the Head Gardener: To effectively supervise and delegate tasks to your team to ensure that activities are undertaken to the highest possible safety standards. To supervise, motivate and work as part of a team with the aim of ensuring productive working relationships within the team, with other employees, managers and the public. Train and guide the gardening team, providing ongoing support and encouraging professional development. To be proficient with the use, general cleaning and basic maintenance of the equipment. To ensure the COSHH maintenance log is in order and any chemicals are accounted for and up to date and safely and correctly stored. Oversee all aspects of gardening, including planting, pruning, weeding, and watering. Maintain all gardening equipment and ensure hand/power tools and grounds maintenance equipment, machinery and vehicles for your team are in good working order and secure. Proactively report incidents, suggestions, or concerns regarding the site to your line manager. Develop and implement comprehensive plans for the gardens, lawns, and woodland areas. Ensure front of house and chapel flower courts are kept in a tidy manner. Skills & Experience Required: Strong knowledge of horticulture, including plant identification, growth patterns, and common diseases, along with knowledge of roses and how to care for them. Confident in the creation of new memorial bed areas for ash interments. Self-motivated with the ability to confidently work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of sustainable and environmentally & friendly gardening practices. A passion for gardening and a genuine appreciation for the beauty of nature. The following would be advantageous but not essential: Spraying Certificates - PA1, PA2 and PA6., Certificate/proficient in the use of a tractor, ride on mowers and hedge trimmers, Basic concrete mixing/foundation laying and can erect fencing What's Next? If you have the knowledge and skill set to hit the ground running in this Head Gardener position, we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.
Our client is looking for a customer focused individual to join their busy team as a Gardening Department Manager. Within this position you will be maintaining high levels of customer service, ensuring your department is meeting target through taking responsibility for driving sales and ensuring a smooth-running team. Hours of work will consist of 40 hours per week, with alternate weekends required. Duties of the role: Manage a team within your department. Create action plans weekly to work towards meeting targets. Run reports to analyse product performance. Order stock. Be involved in the process of finding new staff for your team. Provide high levels of customer service. Maintain good visual merchandising of products. Work on the shop floor, getting involved in the sales process. Complete stock takes and inventory. You will: Have previous management experience within retail or horticulture. Be able to bring motivation and energy to a team. Develop extensive product knowledge and ensure it is kept up to date. Understand and execute the importance of visual merchandising. Show the ability to use Microsoft Office packages and Excel. Demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Be personable and confident in providing customer service, going above and beyond. Holding or being willing to gain a forklift licence and experience in the gardening/horticulture industry would be desirable. Based in Bicester this position offers 35,000- 40,000 per annum and is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual. Please apply now if you would like to be considered for this role. K2 Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Our client is looking for a customer focused individual to join their busy team as a Gardening Department Manager. Within this position you will be maintaining high levels of customer service, ensuring your department is meeting target through taking responsibility for driving sales and ensuring a smooth-running team. Hours of work will consist of 40 hours per week, with alternate weekends required. Duties of the role: Manage a team within your department. Create action plans weekly to work towards meeting targets. Run reports to analyse product performance. Order stock. Be involved in the process of finding new staff for your team. Provide high levels of customer service. Maintain good visual merchandising of products. Work on the shop floor, getting involved in the sales process. Complete stock takes and inventory. You will: Have previous management experience within retail or horticulture. Be able to bring motivation and energy to a team. Develop extensive product knowledge and ensure it is kept up to date. Understand and execute the importance of visual merchandising. Show the ability to use Microsoft Office packages and Excel. Demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Be personable and confident in providing customer service, going above and beyond. Holding or being willing to gain a forklift licence and experience in the gardening/horticulture industry would be desirable. Based in Bicester this position offers 35,000- 40,000 per annum and is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual. Please apply now if you would like to be considered for this role. K2 Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator Llanelwedd, Wales (with hybrid working and occasional travel for events) The Company Lantra is a leading awarding body for land-based industries in both the UK and the Republic of Ireland. We develop quality training courses and nationally recognised qualifications that are delivered through a national network of training Provider Partners.Working with a range of partners to promote the opportunities within the sector to an increasingly diverse audience, our training and qualifications are delivered to more than 116,000 learners each year across the UK. We work with businesses and other stakeholders to create innovative solutions to skills challenges.Farming Connect Agriculture & Horticulture is a Knowledge Transfer, Innovation and Advisory Service for farming and forestry businesses in Wales funded through the Welsh Government. The programme provides support to transform the business prospects of thousands of farmers and foresters.Now, as we go through an exciting period of growth, we are looking for a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator to join our team on a full-time basis for a fixed-term contract until the end of March 2025. The Benefits - Salary of up to £25,000 per annum (pro rata)- 25 days' annual leave (pro rata) which increases with length of service- Defined contributory pension scheme or pension auto-enrolment scheme- Employee assistant scheme (health assured)- Reimbursed travel costs- Flexible working (subject to pre-approval)- Perkbox - access to over 200 exclusive perks and discounts- Medical cash plans- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay- Rewards for length of service- Health & wellbeing events and initiatives- Fee voluntary day- Employee rewards- Free Parking- Free drinksThis is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised administrator with some financial processing skills to step into a varied role with our leading organisation.No two days will be the same in this fast-paced role, where you'll have the chance to support the delivery of an ambitious project that will positively impact the Welsh horticulture industry.What's more, you'll enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, supported by a range of exceptional benefits designed to promote a healthy work/life balance. The Role As a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, you will support the effective delivery and co-ordination of the Farming Connect Agriculture & Horticulture programme.You'll undertake a range of administrative tasks including responding to incoming enquiries, maintaining accurate filing systems, preparing monthly claims and performance summaries and booking meetings and travel arrangements.Supporting the delivery of the annual Lantra Cymru Awards event, you'll arrange event spaces, keep records on the online system, liaise with stakeholders and assist with social media promotion. About You To be considered as a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, you will need:- Administrative experience- Excellent written and verbal communication skills- The capability to manage paperwork, process and financial records for a large project- Strong multi-tasking and prioritisation skillsExperience in a customer-facing role would be highly beneficial to your application.Other organisations may call this role Project Co-ordinator, Office Manager, Project Administrator, Project and Events Assistant, Project Support Officer, Events Executive, or Meetings and Events Co-ordinator.Webrecruit and Lantra are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you want to take the next step in your career as a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator Llanelwedd, Wales (with hybrid working and occasional travel for events) The Company Lantra is a leading awarding body for land-based industries in both the UK and the Republic of Ireland. We develop quality training courses and nationally recognised qualifications that are delivered through a national network of training Provider Partners.Working with a range of partners to promote the opportunities within the sector to an increasingly diverse audience, our training and qualifications are delivered to more than 116,000 learners each year across the UK. We work with businesses and other stakeholders to create innovative solutions to skills challenges.Farming Connect Agriculture & Horticulture is a Knowledge Transfer, Innovation and Advisory Service for farming and forestry businesses in Wales funded through the Welsh Government. The programme provides support to transform the business prospects of thousands of farmers and foresters.Now, as we go through an exciting period of growth, we are looking for a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator to join our team on a full-time basis for a fixed-term contract until the end of March 2025. The Benefits - Salary of up to £25,000 per annum (pro rata)- 25 days' annual leave (pro rata) which increases with length of service- Defined contributory pension scheme or pension auto-enrolment scheme- Employee assistant scheme (health assured)- Reimbursed travel costs- Flexible working (subject to pre-approval)- Perkbox - access to over 200 exclusive perks and discounts- Medical cash plans- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay- Rewards for length of service- Health & wellbeing events and initiatives- Fee voluntary day- Employee rewards- Free Parking- Free drinksThis is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised administrator with some financial processing skills to step into a varied role with our leading organisation.No two days will be the same in this fast-paced role, where you'll have the chance to support the delivery of an ambitious project that will positively impact the Welsh horticulture industry.What's more, you'll enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, supported by a range of exceptional benefits designed to promote a healthy work/life balance. The Role As a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, you will support the effective delivery and co-ordination of the Farming Connect Agriculture & Horticulture programme.You'll undertake a range of administrative tasks including responding to incoming enquiries, maintaining accurate filing systems, preparing monthly claims and performance summaries and booking meetings and travel arrangements.Supporting the delivery of the annual Lantra Cymru Awards event, you'll arrange event spaces, keep records on the online system, liaise with stakeholders and assist with social media promotion. About You To be considered as a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, you will need:- Administrative experience- Excellent written and verbal communication skills- The capability to manage paperwork, process and financial records for a large project- Strong multi-tasking and prioritisation skillsExperience in a customer-facing role would be highly beneficial to your application.Other organisations may call this role Project Co-ordinator, Office Manager, Project Administrator, Project and Events Assistant, Project Support Officer, Events Executive, or Meetings and Events Co-ordinator.Webrecruit and Lantra are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you want to take the next step in your career as a Horticulture and Office Co-ordinator, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Our client, a successful, quality driven training provider is seeking a professional, experienced Trainer, Assessor or Horticulture Manager to deliver Horticulture apprenticeships to a range of employed learners on Apprenticeship Standards mainly the Level 2 and Level 3 Horticulture Apprenticeships. You will be delivering training using of a range of technology such as teams, webinars and an online portfolio. You will be training on a one-to-one basis and in groups. A lot of the training is remote but there will be a need to visit client sites at least every 3 months. You will also have input into training design and improvements which will be tailored to learners and / or organisations. You will need to have gained solid Horticulture Management experience preferably with qualifications for training and assessment, however qualifications can be achieved within the role where necessary. Travelling to client sites in and around the South, including some London locations Full time or part time would be considered. Role - Horticulture Trainer Delivering training in Horticulture and possibly other subjects where your experience allows e.g., Golf Greenkeeper, Sports Turf and Facilities Management, etc Delivering training using a range of methods both individually and in groups Delivering training face to face and using technology such as Teams, webinar etc. Assisting with development and continuous improvement of training materials and course content Engaging with employers in terms of feedback, customer service, reviews etc. Working from home and field based on client sites e.g., council sites e.g., parks, housing associations, golf courses etc Requirements - Horticulture Trainer Horticulture experience Training / Supervisory experience Preferably with training and / or assessment qualifications e.g., A1, TAQA, E&T, PTTLS, Cert Ed, DTTLS Preferably with quality assurance qualifications e.g., IQA Maths and English to a good level Horticulture qualifications are preferable Driving licence
Mar 23, 2024
Full time
Our client, a successful, quality driven training provider is seeking a professional, experienced Trainer, Assessor or Horticulture Manager to deliver Horticulture apprenticeships to a range of employed learners on Apprenticeship Standards mainly the Level 2 and Level 3 Horticulture Apprenticeships. You will be delivering training using of a range of technology such as teams, webinars and an online portfolio. You will be training on a one-to-one basis and in groups. A lot of the training is remote but there will be a need to visit client sites at least every 3 months. You will also have input into training design and improvements which will be tailored to learners and / or organisations. You will need to have gained solid Horticulture Management experience preferably with qualifications for training and assessment, however qualifications can be achieved within the role where necessary. Travelling to client sites in and around the South, including some London locations Full time or part time would be considered. Role - Horticulture Trainer Delivering training in Horticulture and possibly other subjects where your experience allows e.g., Golf Greenkeeper, Sports Turf and Facilities Management, etc Delivering training using a range of methods both individually and in groups Delivering training face to face and using technology such as Teams, webinar etc. Assisting with development and continuous improvement of training materials and course content Engaging with employers in terms of feedback, customer service, reviews etc. Working from home and field based on client sites e.g., council sites e.g., parks, housing associations, golf courses etc Requirements - Horticulture Trainer Horticulture experience Training / Supervisory experience Preferably with training and / or assessment qualifications e.g., A1, TAQA, E&T, PTTLS, Cert Ed, DTTLS Preferably with quality assurance qualifications e.g., IQA Maths and English to a good level Horticulture qualifications are preferable Driving licence
HEAD GARDENER / SITTINGBOURNE (ME9) / UP TO £32,000 PER ANNUM & GREAT BENEFITS Exciting new opportunity for a passionate and experienced Head Gardener to join a small, dynamic and friendly team. Excellent pay and 1st class support from the management team. The London Cremation Company plc is Great Britain s oldest cremation authority, and its principal activities are carrying out cremations and providing memorials at its crematoria. We now have an amazing, varied new opening for a knowledgeable Head Gardener to join our welcoming team at the beautiful and serene Sittingbourne Crematorium. The successful Head Gardener will be responsible for all aspects of our gardens and woodland, while also managing your own orders and liaising with 3rd party suppliers. What s on Offer? Competitive salary £32,000 (dependent on experience) 39 hour working week, (some weekends included) 26 days holiday Occupational Sick Pay Income Protection Scheme Life Assurance Cycle to Work Scheme and other wellbeing benefits Regular social events and team building Key Responsibilities of the Head Gardener: To effectively supervise and delegate tasks to your team to ensure that activities are undertaken to the highest possible safety standards. To supervise, motivate and work as part of a team with the aim of ensuring productive working relationships within the team, with other employees, managers and the public. Train and guide the gardening team, providing ongoing support and encouraging professional development. To be proficient with the use, general cleaning and basic maintenance of the equipment. To ensure the COSHH maintenance log is in order and any chemicals are accounted for and up to date and safely and correctly stored. Oversee all aspects of gardening, including planting, pruning, weeding, and watering. Maintain all gardening equipment and ensure hand/power tools and grounds maintenance equipment, machinery and vehicles for your team are in good working order and secure. Proactively report incidents, suggestions, or concerns regarding the site to your line manager. Develop and implement comprehensive plans for the gardens, lawns, and woodland areas. Ensure front of house and chapel flower courts are kept in a tidy manner. Skills & Experience Required: Strong knowledge of horticulture, including plant identification, growth patterns, and common diseases, along with knowledge of roses and how to care for them. Confident in the creation of new memorial bed areas for ash interments. Self-motivated with the ability to confidently work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of sustainable and environmentally & friendly gardening practices. A passion for gardening and a genuine appreciation for the beauty of nature. The following would be advantageous but not essential: Spraying Certificates PA1, PA2 and PA6., Certificate/proficient in the use of a tractor, ride on mowers and hedge trimmers, Basic concrete mixing/foundation laying and can erect fencing What s Next? If you have the knowledge and skill set to hit the ground running in this Head Gardener position, we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.
Mar 23, 2024
Full time
HEAD GARDENER / SITTINGBOURNE (ME9) / UP TO £32,000 PER ANNUM & GREAT BENEFITS Exciting new opportunity for a passionate and experienced Head Gardener to join a small, dynamic and friendly team. Excellent pay and 1st class support from the management team. The London Cremation Company plc is Great Britain s oldest cremation authority, and its principal activities are carrying out cremations and providing memorials at its crematoria. We now have an amazing, varied new opening for a knowledgeable Head Gardener to join our welcoming team at the beautiful and serene Sittingbourne Crematorium. The successful Head Gardener will be responsible for all aspects of our gardens and woodland, while also managing your own orders and liaising with 3rd party suppliers. What s on Offer? Competitive salary £32,000 (dependent on experience) 39 hour working week, (some weekends included) 26 days holiday Occupational Sick Pay Income Protection Scheme Life Assurance Cycle to Work Scheme and other wellbeing benefits Regular social events and team building Key Responsibilities of the Head Gardener: To effectively supervise and delegate tasks to your team to ensure that activities are undertaken to the highest possible safety standards. To supervise, motivate and work as part of a team with the aim of ensuring productive working relationships within the team, with other employees, managers and the public. Train and guide the gardening team, providing ongoing support and encouraging professional development. To be proficient with the use, general cleaning and basic maintenance of the equipment. To ensure the COSHH maintenance log is in order and any chemicals are accounted for and up to date and safely and correctly stored. Oversee all aspects of gardening, including planting, pruning, weeding, and watering. Maintain all gardening equipment and ensure hand/power tools and grounds maintenance equipment, machinery and vehicles for your team are in good working order and secure. Proactively report incidents, suggestions, or concerns regarding the site to your line manager. Develop and implement comprehensive plans for the gardens, lawns, and woodland areas. Ensure front of house and chapel flower courts are kept in a tidy manner. Skills & Experience Required: Strong knowledge of horticulture, including plant identification, growth patterns, and common diseases, along with knowledge of roses and how to care for them. Confident in the creation of new memorial bed areas for ash interments. Self-motivated with the ability to confidently work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of sustainable and environmentally & friendly gardening practices. A passion for gardening and a genuine appreciation for the beauty of nature. The following would be advantageous but not essential: Spraying Certificates PA1, PA2 and PA6., Certificate/proficient in the use of a tractor, ride on mowers and hedge trimmers, Basic concrete mixing/foundation laying and can erect fencing What s Next? If you have the knowledge and skill set to hit the ground running in this Head Gardener position, we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.
Lead Product Developer Job in New Milton Dovetail Recruitment are pleased to be working with a thriving client based in New Milton who are recruiting for a Lead Product Developer to join their product development team! This family-owned, award-winning business is passionate about its products and its people, which is why they are proud to be accredited in Investors in People Gold . They work with leading retail and this Lead Product Developer will have the opportunity to manage a key customer account, a major British retailer. To ensure their continued success they are looking for someone who can provide a blend of hands-on product development, planning and exceptional people skills. The ideal candidate will be passionate about new product development and the houseplant industry. They will have a proven track record of successfully launching products into the UK market. Coupled with a strong understanding of the product lifecycle and the ability to balance innovation and practical needs, always whilst putting the customer first. What you ll be doing as Lead Product Developer: Manage the day-to-day of a junior team member, supporting them not only in their work but with their personal development Provide leadership for the development team when the Product Development Manager is away. Lead and manage the product development for a key account from concept to final launch, ensuring margin expectations are met. Have a finger on the pulse of the market, trends and competitors through regular store visits and analysis. Manage key stakeholders and suppliers and build strong relationships with them to guarantee alignment with the development process. Work closely with the commercial team to drive the product category forward through data analysis and launch reviews. Also, within the job scope, will be leading other internal projects and working closely alongside the Product Development Manager to drive varietal development of products, supplier strategies and more, to drive the business forward. Minimum Requirements for the Lead Product Developer: 3 to 5 years of Product Development Experience Ideally educated to degree level within a Product or Design field. Project management and organisational skills. Willingness to travel both within the UK and internationally as needed. Experience in horticulture or a similar industry is desirable but not essential. Salary & Details: Salary £DOE Per annum Opportunities for professional growth and development 24 days holiday + bank holidays Cashback on routine healthcare treatment Social events Employee Assistance Programme Access to discounts on everyday shopping, entertainment, and lifestyle Long service awards Staff discount Free parking Enhanced maternity & paternity pay Cycle2work If you are interested in this Lead Product Developer job in Christchurch, please click apply now , or give us a call and ask for Suzi. We will discuss your experience in more detail, give you more insight into the role and company and put forward an application on your behalf. When it comes to interviews, we will of course give you help and guidance along the way. If this Lead Product Developer Job in New Milton role isn t quite right, visit our website to see our other opportunities.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Lead Product Developer Job in New Milton Dovetail Recruitment are pleased to be working with a thriving client based in New Milton who are recruiting for a Lead Product Developer to join their product development team! This family-owned, award-winning business is passionate about its products and its people, which is why they are proud to be accredited in Investors in People Gold . They work with leading retail and this Lead Product Developer will have the opportunity to manage a key customer account, a major British retailer. To ensure their continued success they are looking for someone who can provide a blend of hands-on product development, planning and exceptional people skills. The ideal candidate will be passionate about new product development and the houseplant industry. They will have a proven track record of successfully launching products into the UK market. Coupled with a strong understanding of the product lifecycle and the ability to balance innovation and practical needs, always whilst putting the customer first. What you ll be doing as Lead Product Developer: Manage the day-to-day of a junior team member, supporting them not only in their work but with their personal development Provide leadership for the development team when the Product Development Manager is away. Lead and manage the product development for a key account from concept to final launch, ensuring margin expectations are met. Have a finger on the pulse of the market, trends and competitors through regular store visits and analysis. Manage key stakeholders and suppliers and build strong relationships with them to guarantee alignment with the development process. Work closely with the commercial team to drive the product category forward through data analysis and launch reviews. Also, within the job scope, will be leading other internal projects and working closely alongside the Product Development Manager to drive varietal development of products, supplier strategies and more, to drive the business forward. Minimum Requirements for the Lead Product Developer: 3 to 5 years of Product Development Experience Ideally educated to degree level within a Product or Design field. Project management and organisational skills. Willingness to travel both within the UK and internationally as needed. Experience in horticulture or a similar industry is desirable but not essential. Salary & Details: Salary £DOE Per annum Opportunities for professional growth and development 24 days holiday + bank holidays Cashback on routine healthcare treatment Social events Employee Assistance Programme Access to discounts on everyday shopping, entertainment, and lifestyle Long service awards Staff discount Free parking Enhanced maternity & paternity pay Cycle2work If you are interested in this Lead Product Developer job in Christchurch, please click apply now , or give us a call and ask for Suzi. We will discuss your experience in more detail, give you more insight into the role and company and put forward an application on your behalf. When it comes to interviews, we will of course give you help and guidance along the way. If this Lead Product Developer Job in New Milton role isn t quite right, visit our website to see our other opportunities.
Summary We're looking for a Senior Gardener with outstanding leadership skills to join the Gardens and Outdoors Team at Petworth House and Park. This is an exciting role to help in the delivery of a new vision for our Pleasure Ground Garden. Our gardens and grounds are as significant as our mansion houses, collections, and our historical places, and teams like ours are pivotal in ensuring their conservation and maintenance for our visitors and future generations to enjoy. This is a full-time role, you'll be working Monday to Friday from 8am until 4:15pm, with occasional evening and weekend working to support the property. First interviews will be held virtually on the 11th April and second interviews will be on site at Petworth on the 17th of April. What it's like to work here As a team we manage a 40-acre Pleasure Ground Garden and 700-acre Deer park designed by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown. The garden, though originally Brownian has undergone many changes by successive owners to bring us what we see today. A garden of serpentine walks with specimen trees and shrubs with theatrical mixed borders, there is always something to see whether in the height of summer of the deepest winter. The garden lost a lot of its planting and specimens to time and the Great Storm of 1987 and we are working to deliver a program of interventions to reimagine the Pleasure Ground Garden in a way that reflects its 'Brownian' roots, its 250 years of changing design, and its Spirit of Place under the expectations of a modern audience. We manage one of the largest collections of ancient and notable trees in the National Trust inside the garden and out, diverse wildflower meadows, vast seas of daffodils and other spring bulbs, and our ever-growing collections of specimen trees and shrubs and mixed theatrical borders. Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing We're a small team with a big remit and looking to grow in the future along with our planting. You'll be reporting to the Gardens and Outdoors Manager and you'll assist with delivering the ongoing projects of enhancements to the garden, running the day-to-day operation of the garden team, working with and managing our teams of Horticultural and Grounds person volunteers. We don't just need you to manage our beautiful gardens, although this is an important part of the role; we'd like you to help manage the team too. As the Senior Gardener in our team, we'd like you to lead by example, with exceptional gardening skills, but you'll also understand how to manage the workload for this team and deliver exceptional training to new staff and volunteers. Competent in the usage of machinery in a garden setting, you'll be responsiblefor ensuring that the tools the team use are maintained and ready to use whenever required. You'll also make sure that Health and Safety is upheld and compliance tasks relating to the outdoors are undertaken, and records kept. You'll share your knowledge and love for Petworth with visitors, volunteers, and staff through occasional talks and garden tours. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you, if this sounds like you: someone who combines practical experience in horticulture with appropriate qualifications have supervisory experience from a similar role highly knowledgeable about plants confident in using and maintaining garden machinery, including chainsaws, tractors, hedge-trimmers and mowers (both walking and ride-on) aware of relevant health and safety legislation and practices a full UK driving licence experience of managing budgets The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax-free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Summary We're looking for a Senior Gardener with outstanding leadership skills to join the Gardens and Outdoors Team at Petworth House and Park. This is an exciting role to help in the delivery of a new vision for our Pleasure Ground Garden. Our gardens and grounds are as significant as our mansion houses, collections, and our historical places, and teams like ours are pivotal in ensuring their conservation and maintenance for our visitors and future generations to enjoy. This is a full-time role, you'll be working Monday to Friday from 8am until 4:15pm, with occasional evening and weekend working to support the property. First interviews will be held virtually on the 11th April and second interviews will be on site at Petworth on the 17th of April. What it's like to work here As a team we manage a 40-acre Pleasure Ground Garden and 700-acre Deer park designed by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown. The garden, though originally Brownian has undergone many changes by successive owners to bring us what we see today. A garden of serpentine walks with specimen trees and shrubs with theatrical mixed borders, there is always something to see whether in the height of summer of the deepest winter. The garden lost a lot of its planting and specimens to time and the Great Storm of 1987 and we are working to deliver a program of interventions to reimagine the Pleasure Ground Garden in a way that reflects its 'Brownian' roots, its 250 years of changing design, and its Spirit of Place under the expectations of a modern audience. We manage one of the largest collections of ancient and notable trees in the National Trust inside the garden and out, diverse wildflower meadows, vast seas of daffodils and other spring bulbs, and our ever-growing collections of specimen trees and shrubs and mixed theatrical borders. Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing We're a small team with a big remit and looking to grow in the future along with our planting. You'll be reporting to the Gardens and Outdoors Manager and you'll assist with delivering the ongoing projects of enhancements to the garden, running the day-to-day operation of the garden team, working with and managing our teams of Horticultural and Grounds person volunteers. We don't just need you to manage our beautiful gardens, although this is an important part of the role; we'd like you to help manage the team too. As the Senior Gardener in our team, we'd like you to lead by example, with exceptional gardening skills, but you'll also understand how to manage the workload for this team and deliver exceptional training to new staff and volunteers. Competent in the usage of machinery in a garden setting, you'll be responsiblefor ensuring that the tools the team use are maintained and ready to use whenever required. You'll also make sure that Health and Safety is upheld and compliance tasks relating to the outdoors are undertaken, and records kept. You'll share your knowledge and love for Petworth with visitors, volunteers, and staff through occasional talks and garden tours. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you, if this sounds like you: someone who combines practical experience in horticulture with appropriate qualifications have supervisory experience from a similar role highly knowledgeable about plants confident in using and maintaining garden machinery, including chainsaws, tractors, hedge-trimmers and mowers (both walking and ride-on) aware of relevant health and safety legislation and practices a full UK driving licence experience of managing budgets The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax-free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
We are currently working with a leading UK Facilities Management service provider to recruit a Grounds Maintenance Operative to carry out general horticulture and landscaping duties on a site in the Full Sutton area. This role is based on-site and remote so driving licence or access to a car is essential. The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week (across 7 days where a weekend shift pattern is in place) and there may be a need to work some weekends but this would be on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary) The role will be responsible for: General maintenance, such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, clearing leaves and litter, verges, weed spraying, tree care, horticulture activities such as. planting, pruning and seeding. Erect and dismantle equipment, operating light plant and power tools, undertake cutting equipment checks. Setting out, making sports pitches including grass and tarmac with upkeep of artificial, synthetic pitches in recreational areas. Painting sundry equipment. Drainage works. General good housekeeping, including litter picking around the grounds if required. All other FM duties as required directed by team manager. This role will also support both local and business zero carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner as and where it is appropriate. Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract. Candidate requirements: Full driving licence. Knowledge and experience of gardening, horticulture operations and grounds maintenance type duties. Weed spraying certificate. Experience in operating light plant and equipment and wheeled tractors. Understanding of Health and Safety Legislation. Chainsaw Wind Blown Trees (CS 34) CS30/CS31 Chainsaw maintenance and Cross Cut. Ladder use. Ideally you will be qualified in the use of grounds maintenance machinery with experience in their use and knowledge of safety measures required.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
We are currently working with a leading UK Facilities Management service provider to recruit a Grounds Maintenance Operative to carry out general horticulture and landscaping duties on a site in the Full Sutton area. This role is based on-site and remote so driving licence or access to a car is essential. The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week (across 7 days where a weekend shift pattern is in place) and there may be a need to work some weekends but this would be on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary) The role will be responsible for: General maintenance, such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, clearing leaves and litter, verges, weed spraying, tree care, horticulture activities such as. planting, pruning and seeding. Erect and dismantle equipment, operating light plant and power tools, undertake cutting equipment checks. Setting out, making sports pitches including grass and tarmac with upkeep of artificial, synthetic pitches in recreational areas. Painting sundry equipment. Drainage works. General good housekeeping, including litter picking around the grounds if required. All other FM duties as required directed by team manager. This role will also support both local and business zero carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner as and where it is appropriate. Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract. Candidate requirements: Full driving licence. Knowledge and experience of gardening, horticulture operations and grounds maintenance type duties. Weed spraying certificate. Experience in operating light plant and equipment and wheeled tractors. Understanding of Health and Safety Legislation. Chainsaw Wind Blown Trees (CS 34) CS30/CS31 Chainsaw maintenance and Cross Cut. Ladder use. Ideally you will be qualified in the use of grounds maintenance machinery with experience in their use and knowledge of safety measures required.
Salary: £19,455 - 20,640 Full time, 40 hours per week Must be able to commute to Southampton, SO40 We are looking for a Farm & Horticulture Assistant to work with the Estates Manager on varied tasks in animal care and horticulture, such as routine maintenance and care to animal enclosures and to assist with the maintenance and development of the gardens and grounds of our properties. New Forest Care provide specialist children's residential care, education, activity residential care and therapy for children who present with challenging social, emotional, educational and behavioural difficulties. Responsibilities include: Assist the Estates Manager in ensuring that the school farm, animals, crops and equipment used by the company are maintained to a functional, secure and safe standard. Undertake gardening activities at many of the properties owned by New Forest Care including grass cutting, strimming, weeding, hedge cutting etc. Carry out these duties unsupervised during weekdays and weekends as agreed by the Estates Manager. Complete animal care, horticultural and agricultural tasks independently, ensuring all health and safety policies and risk assessments are adhered to. Support and maintain collaborative, productive working relationships with staff and professionals from external agencies. Contribute to reviews of students' progress as appropriate. Knowledge and skills required: Knowledge of horticulture in all phases; plant propagation and cultivation; principles of greenhouse and nursery management; basic principles of landscaping. Good communication and interpersonal skills; able to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with colleagues and young people. Basic knowledge of tools such as lawn mower, strimmer, hedge cutter etc. Basic Knowledge of COSH and use of weed killers. Understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Able to work flexibly, adopting a "hands-on" approach and respond to unplanned situations. Qualifications Desirable Considerable experience related to this class of work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. What we offer in return: Supportive and friendly working environment. Excellent Continuing Professional Development opportunities. Staff bonus after 2 years' service and subject to company performance. Recommend-a-friend - up to £1500. Company Sick Pay Scheme. Workplace Pension Scheme. 5.6 weeks annual leave (inc. Bank Holidays) increasing with length of service. On-site parking. Enhanced DBS covered. New Forest Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People, applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.
Sep 23, 2022
Full time
Salary: £19,455 - 20,640 Full time, 40 hours per week Must be able to commute to Southampton, SO40 We are looking for a Farm & Horticulture Assistant to work with the Estates Manager on varied tasks in animal care and horticulture, such as routine maintenance and care to animal enclosures and to assist with the maintenance and development of the gardens and grounds of our properties. New Forest Care provide specialist children's residential care, education, activity residential care and therapy for children who present with challenging social, emotional, educational and behavioural difficulties. Responsibilities include: Assist the Estates Manager in ensuring that the school farm, animals, crops and equipment used by the company are maintained to a functional, secure and safe standard. Undertake gardening activities at many of the properties owned by New Forest Care including grass cutting, strimming, weeding, hedge cutting etc. Carry out these duties unsupervised during weekdays and weekends as agreed by the Estates Manager. Complete animal care, horticultural and agricultural tasks independently, ensuring all health and safety policies and risk assessments are adhered to. Support and maintain collaborative, productive working relationships with staff and professionals from external agencies. Contribute to reviews of students' progress as appropriate. Knowledge and skills required: Knowledge of horticulture in all phases; plant propagation and cultivation; principles of greenhouse and nursery management; basic principles of landscaping. Good communication and interpersonal skills; able to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with colleagues and young people. Basic knowledge of tools such as lawn mower, strimmer, hedge cutter etc. Basic Knowledge of COSH and use of weed killers. Understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Able to work flexibly, adopting a "hands-on" approach and respond to unplanned situations. Qualifications Desirable Considerable experience related to this class of work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. What we offer in return: Supportive and friendly working environment. Excellent Continuing Professional Development opportunities. Staff bonus after 2 years' service and subject to company performance. Recommend-a-friend - up to £1500. Company Sick Pay Scheme. Workplace Pension Scheme. 5.6 weeks annual leave (inc. Bank Holidays) increasing with length of service. On-site parking. Enhanced DBS covered. New Forest Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People, applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.
Head of Welfare needed to manage the welfare services available in Kent. Your new company Hays are working in partnership with a UK based Housing Association/Charity to recruit for a senior leadership role. Due to internal restructuring, we are now recruiting for a new Head of Welfare. The Head of Welfare will be responsible for the following area's: Housing and Tenancy services, supported accommodation and floating support, community services and financial inclusion. The right person for the role with have the following attributes; Leader and motivator Operationally focussed Accountable Decision maker Team player Your new role Main responsibilities To be responsible of the effective management of welfare services in the dedicated village in Aylesford Kent including a supported accommodation and floating support across the village to vulnerable veterans. To provide support and guidance to the Veterans and their families and dependents on the village to support their transition to sustainable independent living beyond the village when appropriate. To develop and deliver a welfare framework appropriate to our beneficiaries that provides support and guidance to residents in a safe and empathetic way to tackle complex needs and also ensure that staff have appropriate skills and are supported to work safely with supervision. To build and maintain partnerships with external agencies who can support the needs of veterans. Key Responsibilities Responsible to develop a deliver an appropriate framework for the welfare provision e.g Psychologically Informed Environments or Trauma Informed. To develop a performance management framework and culture and lead continuous improvement in key operational performance. Take a strategic lead in welfare issues with key partners e.g. COBSEO housing group, Kent Housing Group, Local Authority partners and other housing providers and referral partners. Work closely with the Heads of Service to ensure that veterans and appropriate housed and supported to progress from supported to independent accommodation. Take part in the recruitment and selection of new staff. Contribute to the preparation of the annual plan for Living and the Welfare service identifying unmet need on the village, in the wider sector and future opportunities for development. Oversee the completion of concise and accurate performance reports for senior management and the boards and sub-committees to report and progress and facilitate appropriate strategic decisions. Deliver and implement a service user involvement strategy and ensure that residents have an input and influence in the design, delivery and evaluation of services. Support Services Support the welfare team to review, deliver and develop the STEP-IN support programme. To provide STEP-IN and wider floating support to veterans and their families. Ensure that outcomes of support and effectively recorded and reported including statutory reports and reports to funders. Work with the fundraising team to identify areas of need to support bids for new work and to ensure that reports for current funding are completed accurately and promptly. Work with referral partners to ensure that homeless and vulnerable veterans are identified. Oversee the delivery of benefits advice to residents and work closely with local authority and national partners to ensure that veterans access the support they are entitled to. Oversee the development and delivery of a range of community activities across the village to support the range of residents on the village and ensure there are supportive peer engagement opportunities Oversee the development of a range of community activities around education, training and employment including our horticulture and fitness activities in the welfare team. Work with the Director of Living and the fundraising team to identify new community services, facilities or activities that support the wellbeing of veterans and their families. Ensure systems are in place to protect beneficiaries and that staff are trained and experienced in identifying and reporting concerns. Establish an appropriate supervisory programme for staff dealing with complex beneficiary cases. Financial Management Control all income and expenditure within the agreed annual budget and ongoing forecasts to achieve successful cost control and income streams leading to successful financial management. Ensure that funding reports and returns are completed promptly and accurately. Communication Enthuse and inspire the Welfare Team to deliver excellent services to veterans Develop and foster good working relationships and communication with Head of Property Services, Health and Safety Manager and care managers across the village. Ensure effective and clear communication with residents and allow feedback from residents Develop plans to maximise the use of technology to deliver more effective and efficient services to residents. People Management Undertake all HR related activity and processes as requested by the HR Department and SMT including but not limited to line management of your direct reports, absence management, performance management, investigations, disciplinary and grievance hearings and annual appraisals. Undertake recruitment as and when necessary in order to ensure that a balanced, skilled and flexible workforce is maintained now and in the future. Ensure that training needs are assessed, implemented and monitored for all team members where appropriate Implement Investors in People in the division as part of a Company-wide initiative. Ensure a safe working environment for all employees, providing training as appropriate and health and safety measures as required in order to comply with legislative requirements Promote good data protection and information security principles within your team General Show courtesy and respect to tenants/residents and relations at all times to ensure that they enjoy the highest quality of life, respect and confidentiality. During day to day activities such as visits to tenant's homes, report any concerns to the Director. Be aware of and always comply with, all relevant company policies and procedures and all relevant statutory responsibilities including fire arrangements, Health and Safety issues including moving and handling, COSHH regulations, maintaining records diligently and accurately as required. Friendly, courteous, and efficient manner and promote positively at all times in the local community. Attend and participate in training sessions and staff meetings. Participate in the supervision and appraisal process. Advise immediately any defects in plant or equipment used for the care and safety of tenants / residents and their relations as well as staff health and safety. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills Relevant qualification Social Work, Occupational Therapist, Psychologist or similar with management experience. Experience of developing and delivering welfare support services Track record in empowering teams to deliver excellent performance Understanding of the needs of veterans with a empathy for their experiences Excellent planning and organisational skills Able to challenge and take action to address poor performance Ability innovate and transform services to become user focussed Excellent understanding of the regulatory framework around welfare and support services in England Desirable Skills Management qualification Knowledge of charity or private sector Working with local authorities Risk Management Passionate about supporting veterans of the armed forces What you'll get in return What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 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
Sep 19, 2022
Full time
Head of Welfare needed to manage the welfare services available in Kent. Your new company Hays are working in partnership with a UK based Housing Association/Charity to recruit for a senior leadership role. Due to internal restructuring, we are now recruiting for a new Head of Welfare. The Head of Welfare will be responsible for the following area's: Housing and Tenancy services, supported accommodation and floating support, community services and financial inclusion. The right person for the role with have the following attributes; Leader and motivator Operationally focussed Accountable Decision maker Team player Your new role Main responsibilities To be responsible of the effective management of welfare services in the dedicated village in Aylesford Kent including a supported accommodation and floating support across the village to vulnerable veterans. To provide support and guidance to the Veterans and their families and dependents on the village to support their transition to sustainable independent living beyond the village when appropriate. To develop and deliver a welfare framework appropriate to our beneficiaries that provides support and guidance to residents in a safe and empathetic way to tackle complex needs and also ensure that staff have appropriate skills and are supported to work safely with supervision. To build and maintain partnerships with external agencies who can support the needs of veterans. Key Responsibilities Responsible to develop a deliver an appropriate framework for the welfare provision e.g Psychologically Informed Environments or Trauma Informed. To develop a performance management framework and culture and lead continuous improvement in key operational performance. Take a strategic lead in welfare issues with key partners e.g. COBSEO housing group, Kent Housing Group, Local Authority partners and other housing providers and referral partners. Work closely with the Heads of Service to ensure that veterans and appropriate housed and supported to progress from supported to independent accommodation. Take part in the recruitment and selection of new staff. Contribute to the preparation of the annual plan for Living and the Welfare service identifying unmet need on the village, in the wider sector and future opportunities for development. Oversee the completion of concise and accurate performance reports for senior management and the boards and sub-committees to report and progress and facilitate appropriate strategic decisions. Deliver and implement a service user involvement strategy and ensure that residents have an input and influence in the design, delivery and evaluation of services. Support Services Support the welfare team to review, deliver and develop the STEP-IN support programme. To provide STEP-IN and wider floating support to veterans and their families. Ensure that outcomes of support and effectively recorded and reported including statutory reports and reports to funders. Work with the fundraising team to identify areas of need to support bids for new work and to ensure that reports for current funding are completed accurately and promptly. Work with referral partners to ensure that homeless and vulnerable veterans are identified. Oversee the delivery of benefits advice to residents and work closely with local authority and national partners to ensure that veterans access the support they are entitled to. Oversee the development and delivery of a range of community activities across the village to support the range of residents on the village and ensure there are supportive peer engagement opportunities Oversee the development of a range of community activities around education, training and employment including our horticulture and fitness activities in the welfare team. Work with the Director of Living and the fundraising team to identify new community services, facilities or activities that support the wellbeing of veterans and their families. Ensure systems are in place to protect beneficiaries and that staff are trained and experienced in identifying and reporting concerns. Establish an appropriate supervisory programme for staff dealing with complex beneficiary cases. Financial Management Control all income and expenditure within the agreed annual budget and ongoing forecasts to achieve successful cost control and income streams leading to successful financial management. Ensure that funding reports and returns are completed promptly and accurately. Communication Enthuse and inspire the Welfare Team to deliver excellent services to veterans Develop and foster good working relationships and communication with Head of Property Services, Health and Safety Manager and care managers across the village. Ensure effective and clear communication with residents and allow feedback from residents Develop plans to maximise the use of technology to deliver more effective and efficient services to residents. People Management Undertake all HR related activity and processes as requested by the HR Department and SMT including but not limited to line management of your direct reports, absence management, performance management, investigations, disciplinary and grievance hearings and annual appraisals. Undertake recruitment as and when necessary in order to ensure that a balanced, skilled and flexible workforce is maintained now and in the future. Ensure that training needs are assessed, implemented and monitored for all team members where appropriate Implement Investors in People in the division as part of a Company-wide initiative. Ensure a safe working environment for all employees, providing training as appropriate and health and safety measures as required in order to comply with legislative requirements Promote good data protection and information security principles within your team General Show courtesy and respect to tenants/residents and relations at all times to ensure that they enjoy the highest quality of life, respect and confidentiality. During day to day activities such as visits to tenant's homes, report any concerns to the Director. Be aware of and always comply with, all relevant company policies and procedures and all relevant statutory responsibilities including fire arrangements, Health and Safety issues including moving and handling, COSHH regulations, maintaining records diligently and accurately as required. Friendly, courteous, and efficient manner and promote positively at all times in the local community. Attend and participate in training sessions and staff meetings. Participate in the supervision and appraisal process. Advise immediately any defects in plant or equipment used for the care and safety of tenants / residents and their relations as well as staff health and safety. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills Relevant qualification Social Work, Occupational Therapist, Psychologist or similar with management experience. Experience of developing and delivering welfare support services Track record in empowering teams to deliver excellent performance Understanding of the needs of veterans with a empathy for their experiences Excellent planning and organisational skills Able to challenge and take action to address poor performance Ability innovate and transform services to become user focussed Excellent understanding of the regulatory framework around welfare and support services in England Desirable Skills Management qualification Knowledge of charity or private sector Working with local authorities Risk Management Passionate about supporting veterans of the armed forces What you'll get in return What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 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
This highly successful business is looking for a Merchandising Manager to work in our horticulture team, based in the Wiltshire Head Office. You will be highly numerate with a strong analytical skillset, demonstrable problem solving and creative thinking abilities as well as strong communication skills. Client Details An exciting opportunity to join a well-established and rapidly growing business. This is an award-winning online kitchen and gardening business, which offers carefully tried and tested plants, seeds, bulbs and gardening kit as well as lovely things for your home! Description Leading a team of 6 merchandisers to build strong ranges, achieve strong availability and accurate forecasting Liaising with the nursery and office team to ensure a smooth dispatch season Managing stock levels through accurate forecasting and promotional activity Working with Head of Merchandising to suggest, source and confirm additional stock to maintain availability Ensuring data integrity in both planning spreadsheets and stock keeping systems Building strong and productive relationships with suppliers Profile A minimum of five years' experience in a senior merchandising role or currently at merchandising manager level, ideally with a strong forecasting background Strong attention to detail Strong communication and presentation skills Be highly analytical Commercially aware and proactive Able to produce high quality work independently Horticultural knowledge would be of benefit, but not essential Job Offer Great head office environment and business owner to work alongside, flexibility to work from home 2 days a week and competitive base salary.
Feb 24, 2022
Full time
This highly successful business is looking for a Merchandising Manager to work in our horticulture team, based in the Wiltshire Head Office. You will be highly numerate with a strong analytical skillset, demonstrable problem solving and creative thinking abilities as well as strong communication skills. Client Details An exciting opportunity to join a well-established and rapidly growing business. This is an award-winning online kitchen and gardening business, which offers carefully tried and tested plants, seeds, bulbs and gardening kit as well as lovely things for your home! Description Leading a team of 6 merchandisers to build strong ranges, achieve strong availability and accurate forecasting Liaising with the nursery and office team to ensure a smooth dispatch season Managing stock levels through accurate forecasting and promotional activity Working with Head of Merchandising to suggest, source and confirm additional stock to maintain availability Ensuring data integrity in both planning spreadsheets and stock keeping systems Building strong and productive relationships with suppliers Profile A minimum of five years' experience in a senior merchandising role or currently at merchandising manager level, ideally with a strong forecasting background Strong attention to detail Strong communication and presentation skills Be highly analytical Commercially aware and proactive Able to produce high quality work independently Horticultural knowledge would be of benefit, but not essential Job Offer Great head office environment and business owner to work alongside, flexibility to work from home 2 days a week and competitive base salary.
Have you ever considered working… in a prison? If you would like a unique and challenging teaching role, where you can genuinely make a difference, enhance the prospects of your learners, and ultimately change people's lives for the better - then this could be the opportunity for you. Like any educational setting, Prisons come with their challenges. In this environment, learners are locked up for large periods of the day, away from their families and for some, their children. Most are at rock bottom, having to live with the regret of what they have done - education gives them a focus. And hope. Education provides prisoners with an opportunity to upskill, increasing their future employment prospects which directly reduces the likelihood of reoffending. Many prisoners will arrive without having basic Maths or English skills. Prison Education ensures all learners are put through Functional Skills Maths & English, which then puts them on the pathway to vocational learning courses, such as Carpentry, Bricklaying, Painting & Decorating, Plastering & Tiling, Industrial Cleaning, Barbering, Catering and Horticulture. Prisons have a dedicated education department, with classrooms and fully functioning workshops, where teaching and learning can take place. You will be fully supported by an experienced education department. Training and development opportunities are available. Details of this position: The Management Information Systems Co-Ordinator (MISCO) provides administrative and secretarial support to the education provision. Suitable candidates must be able to demonstrate a keen eye for detail and the ability to work within an often-pressurised environment. The role will support the curriculum management team and tutors in the everyday running of the department, including to develop and maintain an efficient and effective administrative office, administer the processing and handling of student data in order to produce accurate and valid individualised learner record returns, as well as providing some secretarial duties. Key responsibilities: Accurately input and analyse learner data on spreadsheets or databases including the setting up of simple spreadsheets or databases and the provision of accurate data reports. Check and ensure that all paperwork and learner records are accurate and audit compliant for processing. Typing memos, letters, reports and other communications including drafting replies to general enquiries and taking accurate minutes of meetings. Undertake general administrative duties and implement office procedures and processes including but not exclusively filing and organising learner and staff records and ensuring the confidentiality of these. To check, process and record all resource orders and help source appropriate suppliers for resources. Dealing with telephone calls and visitors, as well as answering general enquiries into the department, liaising with key contracts in a positive and professional manner, providing information as requested and acting as a crucial point of contact. Maintain and report staff absence and leave records. Key details: Work schedule: Monday to Friday - 29.5 hours per week (70% contract) Work days: 5 Mornings and 2 Afternoons per week. Work time: 8:00 - 16:30 (early finish when not working afternoons) Salary scale: £18,696 - £20,835 FTE (£13,087- £14,584 actual pro-rata) Holidays: 30 days + bank holidays FTE (21 days actual pro-rata) To be considered, suitable candidates will need to meet the following criteria: Experience in an Administration or secretarial role Experience with processing and data-entry Experience using Microsoft Office and highly competent with Excel. Experience in a similar role in an education setting ( desirable ) Have a calm and patient demeanour. Suitable candidates will need to be enthusiastic, resilient and have a humanistic approach. This role won't be for everyone, but anyone with a slight interest is encouraged to apply and if suitable, you will have the opportunity to have a discussion with the hiring manager directly over the phone, who can provide more detail and an insight into life working in a prison. If you are interested in this position, then please apply via the link. Alternatively, you can contact Chris to discuss the role in further detail. If this vacancy is not of interest to you at this time, but you happen to know someone who might be suitable and interested, then please kindly pass these details on to them. Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants and clients to share this commitment. This role may involve work with under 18's or vulnerable adults. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Dovetail and Slate ltd acts as an Employment Agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract).
Feb 21, 2022
Full time
Have you ever considered working… in a prison? If you would like a unique and challenging teaching role, where you can genuinely make a difference, enhance the prospects of your learners, and ultimately change people's lives for the better - then this could be the opportunity for you. Like any educational setting, Prisons come with their challenges. In this environment, learners are locked up for large periods of the day, away from their families and for some, their children. Most are at rock bottom, having to live with the regret of what they have done - education gives them a focus. And hope. Education provides prisoners with an opportunity to upskill, increasing their future employment prospects which directly reduces the likelihood of reoffending. Many prisoners will arrive without having basic Maths or English skills. Prison Education ensures all learners are put through Functional Skills Maths & English, which then puts them on the pathway to vocational learning courses, such as Carpentry, Bricklaying, Painting & Decorating, Plastering & Tiling, Industrial Cleaning, Barbering, Catering and Horticulture. Prisons have a dedicated education department, with classrooms and fully functioning workshops, where teaching and learning can take place. You will be fully supported by an experienced education department. Training and development opportunities are available. Details of this position: The Management Information Systems Co-Ordinator (MISCO) provides administrative and secretarial support to the education provision. Suitable candidates must be able to demonstrate a keen eye for detail and the ability to work within an often-pressurised environment. The role will support the curriculum management team and tutors in the everyday running of the department, including to develop and maintain an efficient and effective administrative office, administer the processing and handling of student data in order to produce accurate and valid individualised learner record returns, as well as providing some secretarial duties. Key responsibilities: Accurately input and analyse learner data on spreadsheets or databases including the setting up of simple spreadsheets or databases and the provision of accurate data reports. Check and ensure that all paperwork and learner records are accurate and audit compliant for processing. Typing memos, letters, reports and other communications including drafting replies to general enquiries and taking accurate minutes of meetings. Undertake general administrative duties and implement office procedures and processes including but not exclusively filing and organising learner and staff records and ensuring the confidentiality of these. To check, process and record all resource orders and help source appropriate suppliers for resources. Dealing with telephone calls and visitors, as well as answering general enquiries into the department, liaising with key contracts in a positive and professional manner, providing information as requested and acting as a crucial point of contact. Maintain and report staff absence and leave records. Key details: Work schedule: Monday to Friday - 29.5 hours per week (70% contract) Work days: 5 Mornings and 2 Afternoons per week. Work time: 8:00 - 16:30 (early finish when not working afternoons) Salary scale: £18,696 - £20,835 FTE (£13,087- £14,584 actual pro-rata) Holidays: 30 days + bank holidays FTE (21 days actual pro-rata) To be considered, suitable candidates will need to meet the following criteria: Experience in an Administration or secretarial role Experience with processing and data-entry Experience using Microsoft Office and highly competent with Excel. Experience in a similar role in an education setting ( desirable ) Have a calm and patient demeanour. Suitable candidates will need to be enthusiastic, resilient and have a humanistic approach. This role won't be for everyone, but anyone with a slight interest is encouraged to apply and if suitable, you will have the opportunity to have a discussion with the hiring manager directly over the phone, who can provide more detail and an insight into life working in a prison. If you are interested in this position, then please apply via the link. Alternatively, you can contact Chris to discuss the role in further detail. If this vacancy is not of interest to you at this time, but you happen to know someone who might be suitable and interested, then please kindly pass these details on to them. Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants and clients to share this commitment. This role may involve work with under 18's or vulnerable adults. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Dovetail and Slate ltd acts as an Employment Agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract).