46 jobs found in Aylesford

Job title: Residential Manager Location: Gravesend and Gillingham, Kent Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum, based on experience Scope: Registered Manager responsible for two children's residential homes Reports to: Responsible Individual / Director Role overview We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Residential Manager to lead and oversee the day to day running of two children's residential homes. The postholder will hold registration with Ofsted and take full accountability for the quality of care, safeguarding, regulatory compliance and operational performance across both homes. This is a senior leadership role suited to a candidate with a strong track record in children's residential care and the ability to manage provision across multiple sites. Key responsibilities * Provide effective leadership and management across two children's residential homes, ensuring consistently high standards of care. * Hold and maintain Ofsted registration as Registered Manager and...

Job title: Residential Manager Location: Gravesend and Gillingham, Kent Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum, based on experience Scope: Registered Manager responsible for two children's residential homes Reports to: Responsible Individual / Director Role overview We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Residential Manager to lead and oversee the day to day running of two children's residential homes. The postholder will hold registration with Ofsted and take full accountability for the quality of care, safeguarding, regulatory compliance and operational performance across both homes. This is a senior leadership role suited to a candidate with a strong track record in children's residential care and the ability to manage provision across multiple sites. Key responsibilities * Provide effective leadership and management across two children's residential homes, ensuring consistently high standards of care. * Hold and maintain Ofsted registration as Registered Manager and ensure...

Job Title: Head of Business Partnering for all Children's services Location: Bexley Council (Typically 2 days in the office per week but varies week on week) Start date: 10th August Contract: 26 weeks minimum Hours: 36 hours per week Salary: £700 – 800 per day Responsibilities: Overall responsibility for 5 members of staff. The Head of Finance Business Partnering is responsible for leading and implementing the business partnering function for the service area. They will act as a partner with the service leadership teams to develop, challenge and support service plans and project delivery and take responsibility for managing and reporting on operational performance for the business partnering team. The post-holder’s primary activity is to ensure the provision of an effective Business Partnering function which will challenge the status quo and work in partnership with services to develop new delivery models to deliver significant cost savings and maximise the outcomes for...

Interim Fire Safety Manager Required A local authority is seeking an experienced Interim Fire Safety Manager to lead and oversee the delivery of its fire safety compliance programme across its housing portfolio. This is a critical role for a fire safety professional with a strong background in housing compliance, fire risk management and contractor oversight. You will play a key part in ensuring statutory and regulatory obligations are met while providing expert advice and assurance to senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage the organisation's fire safety compliance programme. * Review Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) and ensure all actions are tracked and completed. * Oversee fire safety contractors and remedial works programmes to ensure quality and compliance. * Conduct site inspections and verify completed fire safety works. * Monitor compliance performance, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions where required. * Produce...

Fawkes & Reece are working with a leading residential developer to recruit a Customer Relations Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing customer care team, leading the customer journey from exchange of contracts through to completion, handover, and aftercare while delivering an exceptional customer experience. Working closely with internal departments including Sales, Construction, Property Management, Concierge, and Aftercare, you will play a key role in ensuring customers receive a seamless, professional service throughout their home-buying journey. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the customer journey from exchange of contracts through to legal completion, handover, and aftercare. Deliver an outstanding customer experience, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction throughout the new homes process. Manage and resolve complex customer enquiries, complaints, defects, and escalated issues in partnership with the Aftercare and Construction...

Job Title: Senior Category Manager, Procurement (Regeneration) Location: London (Hybrid working) Rate: £333.93 PAYE / £450 umbrella Contract Type: Interim About the Role: We are seeking a Senior Category Manager to provide expert procurement and commercial leadership for the Regeneration, Economy & Housing Development (REHD) division. You will manage a team of 4 procurement project staff and focus on construction-related procurement, major works contracts, and regeneration capital development projects. This role involves advising, persuading, and authoring procurement documents while ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: * Provide procurement support to the Housing Regeneration and Delivery service, including strategy development and implementation. * Oversee contract negotiations and management for major regeneration works and services. * Lead the development of procurement project plans, ensuring adherence to...

Blue Arrow has exciting new Temporary Chef Manager Roles Guaranteed hours between 35 - 40 Hours per week until at least Mid October working in and around Croydon, Banstead, Epsom, Crawley & Redhill START Sep 2026 for new term - Potential Permanent Role at end of temp placement Working days: Monday to Friday Excellent Hours and Pay Looking for a Chef Manager with the following skills: As our ideal Chef Manager you will:- Have excellent craft skills and the ability to manage your own kitchen Have proven experience of managing, training and leading a team Have creativity in developing theme days Have a proven track record of continually improving standards Have the ability to remain calm and efficient in a fast-paced environment Be passionate about food and delivering excellent service to clients and customers Have financial and budget awareness, and proven experience in controlling food costs. Solid understanding of food safety, health & safety, and allergen...

Role: Cleaning Supervisor (temporary) Pay rate: £17.28 Duration: 3 months Hours: 6am to 2pm Location: Central London - fully based onsite The Cleaning Supervisor plays a key role in ensuring the cleanliness, safety and overall well-being of the UNIVERSITY environment, creating a welcoming and safe atmosphere for students, staff and visitors. Reporting directly to the Head of Housekeeping Services, the Supervisor will work collaboratively within a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, efficient services. This involves overseeing the day-to-day management of cleaning staff within a designated area, ensuring all duties are carried out in line with UNIVERSITY policies, procedures and service level agreements. This position requires a hands-on approach, coupled with excellent communication skills across all levels of the UNIVERSITY community. The successful candidate will need to be attentive to the specific needs of the space and must demonstrate a professional, diligent attitude...

A highly credible business who boast a fantastic reputation, are currently looking to hire an EMEA Payroll Manager to join them on a long-term fixed term contract. This role will manage the UK & EMEA payroll operations & also manage the payroll team on a daily basis. As the EMEA Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for: Managing multiple monthly UK payrolls Coordinating and managing EMEA payrolls across a number of different countries including France, Germany, Italy & Netherlands Ensure that payroll is processed timely and accurately Driving compliance across domestic and international payrolls Management of the payroll team daily - identifying areas of training, development etc Design and implement new ideas This role can offer a very hybrid working pattern, alongside a great benefits package. To be considered for this role, candidates must be able to demonstrate proven EMEA payroll experience coupled with staff management. Interviewing now. 51676GC4...

Job Title: Electrical Supervisor – HMP (Prison Estate) Location: HMP Highdown (SM2 5PJ) Salary: Competitive / £230-£250 per day (DOE) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm Job Type: Full-time / Contract About the Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical Supervisor to lead and oversee electrical installation, maintenance, and repair works within the prison estate. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising electrical operatives, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with industry regulations and site security requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term public sector project, delivering essential infrastructure works within a secure environment. Key Responsibilities * Supervise and coordinate electrical installation, maintenance, and repair activities. * Manage day-to-day operations of electrical teams on site. * Ensure all works are completed in accordance with BS7671 and...

Event Operations Manager - Events £40,000 -£45,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Hybrid Working London 1 Year Contract Global industry leader in b2b events business seeks a highly talented Event Operations Manager to take full ownership of a number of leading international b2b events with scope for international travel. The Event Manager will be an experienced professional responsible for the full end-to-end delivery of up to 5 b2b conferences a year – these range in size from (Apply online only). On the larger events additional team members will be supporting too. Role Responsibilities: Event Operations Manager * Managing end-to-end delivery of allocated events of varying size, format, and complexity across a range of geographies. * Working with sales team to create packages that are innovative and profitable, identifying fixed vs variable costs and securing appropriate margins and delivery on ROI. * Working with the procured suppliers to significantly improve the...

Role: Project Manager (Web-Based Development) Type: 6-Month Contract Location: Fully Remote Schedule: 3 Working Days/Week We are seeking a highly motivated, remote-ready Project Manager with hands-on experience in Web-Based Development to lead small-to-medium scale projects from initiation to formal closure. Key Responsibilities End-to-End Delivery: Own the project lifecycle, ensuring on-schedule, within-budget delivery of web-based development projects. Planning & Tracking: Create realistic plans; estimate and monitor costs, timescales, and resource requirements; and take decisive corrective action if projects drift. Governance & Controls: Manage formal change control procedures and secure sign-offs from sponsors, design authorities, and project boards. Risk & Compliance: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks in compliance with CITS processes. Team Leadership: Motivate the development team, support skill growth, and manage performance. Stakeholder Engagement: Build...

We are seeking an experienced Interim FP&A Manager to join a fast-paced, private equity-backed business. This role will provide critical support to the finance function during the recruitment of a permanent hire while also driving key finance transformation initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded FP&A professional who enjoys improving processes, enhancing reporting, and delivering change in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and enhance the monthly FP&A reporting cycle, ensuring timely and insightful management information. * Develop and improve management reporting packs, dashboards, and KPI reporting. * Support finance transformation projects, including process improvement, reporting automation, and planning enhancements. * Review and optimise budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. * Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial analysis and commercial insights. * Ensure...

Project Manager (Faculties) – 6‑Month Fixed-Term temporary role Hourly rate: £19.66 | 35 hours per week Contract to: February 2027 Location: Central London (hybrid, 2 days office / 3 days remote) Start: ASAP Interviews: 7 August 2026 (with a start soon thereafter) Our client is a long-established, nationally recognised professional membership organisation. Through its specialist Faculties, expert committees and professional networks, it sets standards, supports members throughout their careers and contributes to national policy and practice. The organisation has a collaborative culture, a strong focus on quality and a clear commitment to continuous improvement. Overview The Project Manager will support a portfolio of strategic projects across the organisation’s Faculties, spanning professional, policy and service development. Working cross-functionally and with senior stakeholders, you will ensure that key initiatives are well planned, governed and delivered effectively. You...

Our client is a specialist M&E consultancy who are working with a diverse public sector body to assist in the management of their outsourced supply chain across all aspects of lifecycle, strategic and reactive maintenance. You would act as the conduit between the internal stakeholders and their providers Overview of Responsibilities: * Ensure contract KPIs are being achieved * Ensure consistency of delivery of projects and programmes to time and cost targets and to assist with effective business planning and financial control assurance * To lead on and facilitate the delivery of key performance measures to improve delivery * Take responsibility for monitoring and reporting the operational and delivery progress. * Manage cost allocation working closely with the financial teams. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in commercial management of large scale operations within facilities/property management. You will...

Audit Manager (Interim) Location: Barking, East London (2 days per week onsite) Contract: Interim Assignment (Up to 9 months) Rate: £450 - £550 per day (negotiable for right experience) Working Pattern: 4 or 5 days per week (flexible) Start Date: August 2026 Lead Internal Audit for a Forward-Thinking London Borough We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead a high-performing Internal Audit function within a large London local authority. This is a critical interim leadership role, responsible for delivering the Council's Internal Audit Plan, strengthening governance and risk management arrangements, and providing assurance across a diverse range of services. Reporting to the Head of Assurance, you will play a key role in supporting effective corporate governance, internal control and risk management across the organisation. The Role You will: Lead and manage the Council's Internal Audit Service. Manage a team of 2 Principal Auditors and 2 Auditors, providing...

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading London based retail client to recruit for a FF&E Category Manager on an initial 12 month contract. The role: The Category Manager will be responsible for sourcing and cost reduction with a specific focus on Store Design and permanent fixtures. Duties: Responsibility for development and delivery of the Store Design sourcing strategy, working with regional leads to deliver a category plan in agreement with the Global Procurement Director. Spend Mapping of all associated spend data to support sourcing strategy, including 'deep dive' analysis of spend within the category across all geographic regions. Taking a lead role in working with stakeholders to develop a local sourcing plan and project roadmap. Project managing regular supplier cost initiative meetings with both internal and external stakeholders, as well as Supplier Relationship Management at a regional level. New supplier sourcing and tendering programs with...

Role : Customer Journey Manager (Business Analyst) Location: -London, UK Type of Job: Contract (6 Months) Mode of work: Hybrid –3 Days on site in a week Role Overview The Customer Journey Manager (CJM) is responsible for owning and optimizing end-to-end customer journeys across products and platforms. The role acts as the voice of the customer within Agile delivery teams, ensuring solutions deliver a seamless and customer-centric experience. Key Interactions Product Owners, Engineers, Integrators Platform Leads (BPL / TPL) Business Stakeholders / SMEs CJMs provide inputs and outputs used by delivery teams for planning and execution Required Skills & Experience Strong experience working in Banking and Payment sector Strong experience in Customer Journey / Business Analysis / Product roles Proven ability to design end-to-end customer journeys Experience working in Agile (Scrum / SAFe) environments Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to...

Commissioning Manager (Learning Disability, Autism & Mental Health) | South London ICB | 6 Month Contract A South London ICB is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to support the delivery of key commissioning, transformation and contract management priorities across Learning Disability, Autism and Mental Health services. This is an initial 6-month contract, offering 37 hours per week with flexible hybrid working. Applicants will only be required to attend site when necessary. Interviews are scheduled for next week. Key Details * Initial 6-month contract * 37 hours per week * South London ICB * Flexible hybrid working * On-site attendance as required * Rate negotiable * Interviews next week The Role You will work across integrated health and adult social care, leading and supporting commissioning projects, service transformation programmes and contract management activity across Learning Disability, Autism, Mental Health and other vulnerable...

Technical Delivery Manager** (Contract) Duration: Up until 31 March 2026 (Possibility for extension) Location: London/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile This role supports the rollout of a strategic Digital Workflow Platform based on Camunda 8, aimed at modernising process orchestration and automation across EMEA. The platform will enable standardised BPMN-driven workflows, improved operational efficiency, and reduced reliance on legacy workflow technologies. The role is embedded within EMEA IT and works closely with the BPMN CoE, platform engineering teams, and business delivery stakeholders. It combines platform implementation support with hands-on project management of early adoption use cases, alongside helping to manage and prioritise a growing demand pipeline. Key Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end delivery of assigned workflow automation projects using Camunda 8, covering...