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• Job Title:                           Integrated Social Care Manager
• Job Location:                     Dean House 
• Salary:                              £58,598 - £61,854 per annum 
• Hours per Week:                37.00 
• Contract Type:                   Permanent 
• Closing Date:                    14/10/2025 
• Job Requisition Number:    12689 
• This post is not open to job share

Looking for your next step in your career? Adult Social Care has an exciting opportunity for a full time (37 hour) Integrated Social Care Manager (ISCM) position available within our Forest of Dean Locality Team. This role is a combination of frontline and strategic level management.

About the role:

The ISCM takes action to address and alleviate social care emerging issues within their team, working pro-actively with staff, internal stakeholders and partner organisations to achieve positive outcomes for people. They are strategic decision makers and hold budgetary responsibility for staffing and spend; with particular responsibility for agreeing spend in respect of social care assessments and support plans. Our ISCM’s are also supported and encouraged to input into service change and development; offering opportunities to lead on countywide projects.

This is an interesting and varied role within an established and supportive team that are motivated, passionate and engaged. There is a full compliment of management in the team, with Deputy Social Care Managers that would report to the post holder and through them, a wider social work and social care workforce.

Being part of this service means that you have a supportive established network of peers that encourages regular communication and a platform for collaborative solutions, with opportunities to develop further excellent working relationships with professionals from across the council and other agencies.

You will:

We are looking for an individual who has experience of leading a team in a multi-disciplinary environment. The ideal candidate will have:

• Substantial experience of working with vulnerable adults or evidence of transferable experience in a statutory health or social care setting
• Effective change management and service development experience
• Experience of financial decision-making in the context of managing team budgets
• Knowledge of strategic management and leadership within the public sector
• Significant up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and procedures

Providing inspirational and credible leadership, building and owning strong relationships politically, externally and internally, are all important qualities for this role.

We offer:

Our people do all they can to make the difference to local communities in Gloucestershire. And that’s exactly what we aim to do for our people. Here are some of the ways we aim to achieve this:

• Annual leave fixed 30.5 days, plus bank holidays
• Membership of a Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free parking at Cinderford office (Dean House)
• Agile working with a mix of office and home working
• Regular formal and informal support
• Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
• Access to training opportunities, enabling you to develop your skills and progress your career
• Transfer options after one year in post, allowing for continuous development of skills and knowledge in different Adult Social Care settings
• Personal licences to Adults CCINFORM
• Discounts at a number of major supermarket chains and high street retailers
• Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply)
• GCC’s Cycle to Work Salary
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
• Strong emphasis on a supportive working environment and developing our employees with 94% having participated in their annual appraisal and regular health and wellbeing events.

We’re closer than you think:

We are an easy commute from many locations, view our commuting times map to see what we mean. 

Applying:

To start your journey with us, click ‘Apply’ today!

Or to arrange an informal discussion with the Team Manager, please email 

Please write your application with consideration for the criteria in the Job Description. This should include examples of why you should be considered and the experience, transferable skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. 

For an informal discussion, please contact   to arrange a convenient time for a call back.

Or click 'Apply'

The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer. 

Additional Information:

To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:

Integrated Social Care Manager Job Profile

This Position is subject to a DBS check. 

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early due to the volume of applications received and / or due to the needs of the service. The advert will be open for a minimum of 7 business days. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. 

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities.  Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

Working Style: This is a field based role and involves frequent travel within 20-30 miles radius of Abergavenny region.

Why this job matters

Our Electrical Power & Cooling Engineers are at the heart of keeping BT’s networks operating 24/7 365 days a year. Utilising their expertise and knowledge in both Low and High Voltage systems, generators, emergency lighting, cooling, alarms and UPS they ensure that the BT estate continues to work no matter the circumstances. Working with their experienced teams within our exchange buildings as well as other environments, including radio sites, rooftops and outdoors, they are required to support the variety of electrical power systems and cooling equipment that ensures our networks keep the UKs internet working. Vital in supporting us in meeting strict SLAs they utilise their variety of skills, taking ownership of their patches and coaching those around them.

A comprehensive technical training pathway is assigned to cover the maintenance activities required in the role, this will be a mixture of face to face,  virtual, internal and external delivery methods and may involve some overnight stays and travel.

A full UK manual drivers licence is needed for this role.

Key Purpose of the Role:

An important part of Network Engineering is leading by example, be that sharing knowledge and supporting new individuals, through to truly living by the BT values. As a member of the Networks Field Engineering team you are expected to uphold our BT values, leading by example throughout your career with us whilst being an integral part of your wider team

As part of the role you will be required to contribute to out of hours callout by joining a Formal On Call Framework (commonly a 1 in 4 attendance with a varied requirement subject to local/geographical nuances) to support 24x7 service as needed by the business. This will be agreed towards the completion of the training journey.

What you'll be doing

Key Decisions: 
 

• Identification & proactive reporting of HSE/Compliance/Design issues to our Power Environmental or Power Technical Support teams.
• Ownership of designated patch and sites to contribute towards area, regional and unit objectives.
• Sharing of best practice, supporting colleagues in applying new ideas, technologies or processes.
• Responsibility & ownership of critical and urgent network repair/provision/maintenance activity.
• Execution of prioritised work items ensuring that this is aligned with the wider team and unit’s priorities through co-ordination with patch managers and senior colleagues.
• Risk assessment for health and safety.
• Raising of issues / risks to more senior individuals to facilitate change.
• Understanding of what is expected and proactively take opportunities to increase own skills to support the team's work.
• Raises opportunities to improve the process in work area and beyond.
• Individuals’ hold responsibility for monitoring, actioning and meeting all required compliance (including health surveillance, such as rigging medical) if required. In addition to this they are expected to be always fully presentable wearing provided corporate clothing for the role.

What you'll bring

Must be able to fulfil the physical requirements of the role i.e. able to bend, stretch, kneel and crouch. Also must be able to climb, work at floor and ceiling level inside buildings, tower structures and road side infrastructure, lift heavy drums/cables and recognise coloured wiring
 

Mandatory experience/qualifications:

• Electrical competency City & Guilds 2360 parts 1+2 or equivalent NVQ or equivalent industry qualification
• BTEC Electrical Engineering Level 3/HNC/HND/MOET Level 3/ET Level 3 or equivalent

Preferred experience/qualifications (not essential):
 

• 18th Edition Regs – or current electrical regulations, move to preferred list
• Inspection, Testing and Verification (C&G ) 
• Experience with Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
• HVAC Refrigeration C&G/NVQ Level 3
• F-GAS category 1
• Demonstrable experience of repairing and maintaining Air Conditioning Split systems
• Experience of working with DC power systems
• Coaching/mentoring/supervisory experience
• Due to the nature of power vocational qualifications changing and being updated over time, this list may not always be accurate in the future. 
• It is expected that an individual will be sufficiently experienced in all above criteria some duration after assuming the role. 
• Experienced hires will be internally assessed on successful application to identify training requirements.
• Trainee/apprentice hires are required to become both experienced and, if applicable, qualified in all of the above criteria within their given duration of initial training.
• Individuals will be required to hold a Full UK manual Driving Licence.

What's in it for you

At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.

• Competitive salary
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• 22 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop
• 2 weeks carer’s leave
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
  22 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service

About us

BT Group was the world’s first telco and our heritage in the sector is unrivalled.  As home to several of the UK’s most recognised and cherished brands – BT, EE, Openreach and Plusnet, we have always played a critical role in creating the future, and we have reached an inflection point in the transformation of our business. 
 
Over the next two years, we will complete the UK’s largest and most successful digital infrastructure project – connecting more than 25 million premises to full fibre broadband.  Together with our heavy investment in 5G, we play a central role in revolutionising how people connect with each other. 
 
While we are through the most capital-intensive phase of our fibre investment, meaning we can reward our shareholders for their commitment and patience, we are absolutely focused on how we organise ourselves in the best way to serve our customers in the years to come.  This includes radical simplification of systems, structures, and processes on a huge scale. Together with our application of AI and technology, we are on a path to creating the UK’s best telco, reimagining the customer experience and relationship with one of this country’s biggest infrastructure companies.  
 
Change on the scale we will all experience in the coming years is unprecedented.  BT Group is committed to being the driving force behind improving connectivity for millions and there has never been a more exciting time to join a company and leadership team with the skills, experience, creativity, and passion to take this company into a new era.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.

Job Title: Patient Advisor

Hours: Part Time - 24/32 Hours (must be flexible to work weekends)

Location: Worcester

Salary: From £25,400pro rata + bonus, benefits

Optical Express is focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.

The Optical Express team work together, collectively and consistently striving for excellence. We support each other, respect each other and are committed to a culture of care, trust and integrity.

The culture extends to our local communities, through our range of charitable and environmental projects. We focus on doing what is right for our patients, our colleagues, our local communities and our planet.

A career at Optical Express is fulfilling, fun and rewarding. As an employee, you can benefit from the following:

• An industry leading salary plus excellent bonus potential
• State of the art, modern working environments
• 29 days annual leave
• Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Free eye tests
• Discounted prescription eye wear and sunglasses
• Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme

It’s our Patient Advisor’s role to make our patients feel like a superstar from the moment they enter our clinics. Our Patient Advisors are often the first person our patient interacts with. Every day will bring something new, but your day to day role will involve:

• Building relationships with patients and ensuring regular communication prior to and following their treatment
• Assisting in patient consultations
• Scanning patients eyes using state of the art equipment as part of a full health check
• Assisting patients to complete health questionnaires
• Introducing patients to their optometrist
• Scheduling treatment dates
• Discussing finance options
• Accurately maintaining patient records

Are you our ideal candidate? The answer is yes if you:

• Have a passion for providing world-class customer service
• Possess strong organisational skills
• Can communicate clearly and articulately with a diverse range of people
• Are motivated and driven to succeed

If you believe you have the right skills and attributes for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Join our client as a Trials and Funding Administrator!

Are you a passionate Trials and Funding Administrator looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is looking for a dedicated individual like you to join their team and contribute to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities.

Your Impact:

As their Trials and Funding Administrator, you will:

• Qualify, assess, and triage all incoming trial requests.
• Liaise with AT Specialists for pre-qualification when necessary (e.g., new or uncertain clients).
• Send triage emails for various product requests (e.g., Windows vs iPad).
• Allocate trials independently or in coordination with AT Specialist schedules.
• Book face-to-face or virtual set-ups in collaboration with the Sales Coordinator and teams' diaries.
• Ensure all correspondence is accurately tracked in the CRM using the correct process.
• Continued support to clients where needed, including funding guidance and signposting.
• Maintain professional email and phone communication standards.
• Assist with booking and monitor client collections, updating records daily.
• Work closely with the Trials Coordinator to align device availability with upcoming schedules.
• Conduct quarterly stock takes with the Trials Coordinator, assisting with stock returns and allocations.
• Provide cover for the Trials Coordinator during annual leave (training will be provided).
• Answering customer calls to the main phoneline, redirecting to other teams where necessary, and covering other teams’ extensions when needed.
• Monitor shared email mailboxes and voicemails.
• Work closely with the AT Specialists on industry knowledge, creating shared resources, and supporting funding enquiries.
• Maintain internal knowledge base for UK and Ireland funding sources.
• Support coordinating internal events for the UK and Ireland Sales and Marketing teams.

Essential Qualifications/skills/experience:

• Exceptional multitasking and organisational skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration across departments.
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage high-priority cases.
• Proactive in identifying and suggesting process improvements.
• Professional email etiquette and confident phone manner.
• Use of Microsoft suite is essential.
• Quick thinking and adaptability in dynamic situations.

About Our Client

They are proud to be at the forefront of assistive communication technology. Their innovative products are used globally by individuals with diverse needs. Their values - passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change - resonate in everything they do.

Our Client’s Inclusive Culture

They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining them means joining a diverse team that values collaboration and supports a community that relies on their technology for effective communication.

Our Client’s Commitment to Sustainability

They not only innovate but also prioritise sustainability. They aim to minimise their carbon footprint and promote a greener world through sustainable solutions. By joining them, you'll contribute to shaping a more inclusive society while actively supporting their sustainability efforts.

Our Client’s D&I Commitments

They prioritise diversity and inclusivity in their work environment. Here's how they do it:

• Recognised as a Disability Confident Employer by the UK Government and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday.
• Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier-free, with adjustments available during the application process and throughout your career with them.
• They believe in adding to their culture, not just fitting in. Their diverse team combines unique talents to create products that reflect the diversity of their users and customers.

Rewards and Benefits

Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join them and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Apply now and be a part of a team dedicated to creating technology that changes lives.

Agencies

Please respect that at this current time, they wish to try and recruit directly from the market rather than engage support from an agency.

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire & Security Engineer to join a well-established company!

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: Competitive Salary of £37,500 PA, Depending on Experience. Plus, remuneration for being “on call” and overtime available.

Location: Worcester WR7.

About The Company:

The business was founded in 1981 and are NSI Gold & BAFE approved. The company operates within a 50-mile radius of Worcester, installing and maintaining Intruder Alarms, CCTV, Fire Alarms, Access Control, Emergency Lighting and Fire Extinguishers. 

About The Role:

They are looking for an individual with a minimum of 2 – 3 years competence as an Alarm Engineer with an in-depth knowledge of the industry standards. Knowledge of all disciplines would be an advantage to any candidate, but not a necessity. The right candidate would have a positive, proactive attitude, self-motivated and professional.  Excellent communication will be required for this customer facing role.

Due to the nature of the industry an appreciation of the flexibility on working hours is necessary. A full clean driving license and comprehensive knowledge of health and safety is a must.

Security Vetting will be carried out to BS7858.

Company Benefits:

On Call Rota 1 day in 6 Vehicle for company use with fuel card Mobile phone and iPad for company use 29 days holiday including bank holiday

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

Trainee Social Worker 

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme)

Looking for a career with purpose and a clear path for development? 

As a social worker, you’ll work directly with children and families to make sure children are safe, supported and able to thrive. It’s a career that offers stability, progression and the chance to make a lasting difference. On this programme, you’ll be supported from day one and gain the skills, experience and master’s degree to succeed, wherever your career takes you.  

About the programme 

Approach Social Work is a fully funded training programme that helps you step into children’s social work with the training, tools and support to make a difference.  

On the programme, you’ll develop a deep understanding of child-focused practice and how to build relationships that create real change. You’ll also explore anti-discriminatory, anti-oppressive and anti-racist approaches — and earn a master’s degree along the way.  

What to expect as a trainee social worker

Year one:

• Begin study for your postgraduate diploma
• Work with children and families within a local authority, supported by experienced tutors and practice educators 
• Receive a bursary of £18,000 or £0,000 (depending on location) to help with living and travel costs 

Year two and three:

• Move into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker (up to £ ,000, or more in some London boroughs)
• Keep working towards your master’s degree 
• Join the Frontline Fellowship, a national community offering career-long support and development 

The role:

You’ll learn how to build relationships, make difficult decisions and advocate for children’s safety and wellbeing. That means:

• Visiting a child at home or school 
• Supporting a parent through difficult circumstances 
• Working with teachers, health professionals or police 
• Writing reports and helping decide what’s safest for a child 

It’s a role that takes empathy, resilience and strong judgement, rooted in anti-racist, anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice.

Who we’re looking for

You don’t need experience in social work, just the right values, resilience and commitment to making a difference. We welcome applicants from all degree backgrounds and are especially keen to hear from those underrepresented in the sector, including men and people from racially diverse communities. 

Eligibility requirements:

• Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) 
• Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or approved equivalent qualification) 
• Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2029)
• Be resident in England by the time the programme commences
• Not be a qualified social worker

Real support. Real skills. A career that matters.

Delivered by children’s charity Frontline. Formerly known as the Frontline programme.

Job Title:    HR Advisor

Location:    Kington, Herefordshire, HR5

Hours:     20 per week (working pattern to be mutually agreed)

Salary:    £20,385.00 (20hrs)

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Advisor.  This varied hands-on generalist role will be office-based in our factory unit/head office in Kington, working for a well-known and well-respected electrical installation company employing circa 55 employees.  The company manufactures electrical control systems for the process industry and specialises in the installation of LV and ELV electrical systems within the construction industry, mainly for the water and wastewater sector.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the HR Advisor will provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to the Company across a varied range of activities. 

Essential Requirements

• CIPD qualified to Associate level (level 5) or higher Minimum 2 years recent generalist HR experience preferably in a UK SME Employee relations experience Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of UK Employment Law and HR best practice Ability to work autonomously, maintain own diary and effectively prioritise own workload Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships Successful candidate must easily and reliably commute or plan to relocate Visa sponsorship not offered; applicants must have the permanent Right to Work in the UK

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote, advise on and ensure compliance with HR Policies to ensure consistency
• Provide advice and guidance to managers on employee relation issues including performance, absence management, capability, disciplinary, grievance
• Work proactively to ensure sickness absence is effectively managed by working with managers to ensure a timely and appropriate return to work
• Respond in a timely manner to all internal and external communication and correspondence in accordance with the Communication Policy
• Process new starters and leavers efficiently
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process from placing vacancy adverts through to onboarding new starters, including delivery of full Company induction
• Draft and issue letters and other relevant documentation to employees, including offer letters and Contracts of Employment within employment law timelines
• Advise managers of probationary review dates and draft relevant outcome letters
• Support management in the implementation of Key Performance Indicator reviews for all employees
• Maintain employee personal files (e-file and hard copy) in accordance with GDPR
• Continuously review policies within the Employee Handbook and Sub-Contractor Handbook ensuring they meet Company needs and are fit for purpose
• Collaborate with relevant colleges regarding Apprentices and the apprenticeship journey, and manage the Digital Apprenticeship Service (DAS) account
• maintain the fleet tracker software in alignment with Monday software
• Interpret weekly speeding reports and inform managers of speeding violations Actively participate in the Company Improvement Plan to foster and promote a positive attitude toward Company objectives
• Attend and take notes at formal meetings and raise appropriate outcome letters
• Continuously evaluate and develop HR initiatives and processes to improve efficiency
• Promote a culture of employee wellbeing and workplace wellness
• Analyse HR data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations
• Conduct six-monthly driving licence and vehicle insurance claims checks
• Annually update Death in Service information for submission to insurers
• Assist with audits as required
• Share and transfer own skills and knowledge to enhance the learning of others

Benefits

• Annual bonus depending on personal and company performance
• 30 days paid holiday including 8 statutory holidays plus additional holiday after 3 years continuous service (up to 33 days), pro rata based on hours
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Death in Service benefit (up to age 65)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Contributory Pension
• Free on-site parking
• Free Company branded clothing available

Additional Information

Successful candidate will be subject to full pre-employment screening checks, including references and Right to Work verification

An excellent opportunity for an experienced IT Systems & Website Developer to join a well-established company!

Job Title: IT Systems & Website Developer

Permanent Full time Mon to Thur 8.30am-5.30pm, Fri 8.30am - 5pm

Salary: £29,000 - £33,000 per annum, dependant on experience

Location: Bromyard, Herefordshire, HR7

Benefits:  Company bonus scheme, long service scheme, up to 10 paid medical appointment per year, confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including perks and discounts, enhanced leave such as compassionate leave & jury service, Company pension scheme, secure free onsite parking, free staff WIFI, free refreshments at breaks, staff discounts on gifts we manufacture, workers committee representation, access to a trained Mental Health First Aider, Company events, casual dress and more.

Annual holiday entitlement is 30 days including bank holidays (additional in line with long service scheme). An annual factory shutdown at Christmas accounts for 3-4 days of annual holiday entitlement.

About Company
A leading & innovative British trade manufacturer of a wide range of corporate & promotional merchandise & beautiful gifts. They design, manufacture, print & finish all of the products they sell on site, with many unique products made from sustainable materials. Based in rural Herefordshire they employ 60 people at their factory in a team that has won many industry awards for their products and services.

Sustainability is at the core of what they do, they are Charter Members of the trade association (the BPMA) with ISO9001 Quality & ISO14001 Environmental certification. They are also Sedex (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) registered, members of Made in Britain, corporate supporters of The Woodland Trust & Herefordshire Wildlife Trust. They are also partnered with Ecologi & charitable supporters of The Hope Centre in Bromyard. The company believes in & prides itself in rewarding honesty, hard work, efficiency & creativity.

We are open and inclusive. Different points of view are not only welcomed but encouraged & celebrated. 

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled IT Systems & Web Developer to take sole responsibility for developing, maintaining and improving our IT infrastructure and online presence.

This is a standalone, office-based, hands-on role , ideal for someone who thrives on scripting, building real-world solutions and solving problems independently.

The successful candidate will have excellent real-world scripting ability (PHP, JavaScript, HTML, AppleScript, MySQL) and a solutions-focused mindset , able to automate workflows, streamline systems, and directly improve how our business operates.

You will play a vital part in helping us live our Betters  culture; Better Products, Better Service, Better for the UK, Better for People, Better for the Planet.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Scripting & Automation (Core requirement)

Write, test and deploy scripts to reduce manual tasks and deliver innovative solutions. Use a combination of AppleScript, JavaScript and FileMaker scripting to streamline internal workflows. Confidently investigate, diagnose, and troubleshoot potential issues in existing code and scripts across current systems, ensuring stability and efficiency. IT Systems Development :

Build, script and maintain automation across Mac OS and Windows systems. Develop and maintain ERP and database solutions to improve company processes. Manage AWS EC2 (or equivalent cloud platforms) and Linux server technologies. Ensure robust data security and system reliability. Web Development :

Develop and maintain the company website using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP and MySQL. Create scripts and tools that improve usability, efficiency, and business integration. IT Support :

Provide day-to-day technical support to colleagues. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software and networking issues. Document solutions for knowledge sharing. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement :

Work closely with senior management to design smarter, scalable IT systems. Actively seek out opportunities to improve efficiency, sustainability, and user experience. Person Specification

Experience, Skills and Knowledge

Essential:

Minimum 3 years in an IT/Web Development role. Proven, high-level scripting skills in PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, MySQL, AppleScript. Strong understanding of relational databases. Experience in AWS EC2, Linux or equivalent cloud technologies. Hands-on problem solver with a solutions-driven ethos . Desirable:

Experience/knowledge of Claris Filemaker. Familiarity of Adobe Creative Suite. Qualifications

Essential:

Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science/IT related subject.  Self-motivated, independent, and confident working in a standalone role. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving ability. Highly detail-oriented, with excellent time management. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Positive, proactive and resilient. Desirable:

Driving license (due to factory location).

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a well-established company!

Job Type: Part Time, Permanent 22.5 to 30 hours per week, Mon to Friday

Salary: Competitive Salary of £25,000 - £28,000 (FTE) dependant on experience

Location: Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7.

Benefits:  Company bonus scheme, long service scheme, up to 10 paid medical appointment per year, confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including perks and discounts, enhanced leave such as compassionate leave & jury service, Company pension scheme, secure free onsite parking, free staff WIFI, free refreshments at breaks, staff discounts on gifts we manufacture, workers committee representation, access to a trained Mental Health First Aider, Company events, casual dress and more.

Annual holiday entitlement is 30 days including bank holidays (additional in line with long service scheme). An annual factory shutdown at Christmas accounts for 3-4 days of annual holiday entitlement.

About The Company:

A leading & innovative British trade manufacturer of a wide range of corporate & promotional merchandise & beautiful gifts. They design, manufacture, print & finish all of the products they sell on site, with many unique products made from sustainable materials. Based in rural Herefordshire they employ 60 people at their factory in a team that has won many industry awards for their products and services.
 

Sustainability is at the core of what they do, they are Charter Members of the trade association (the BPMA) with ISO9001 Quality & ISO14001 Environmental certification. They are also Sedex (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) registered, members of Made in Britain, corporate supporters of The Woodland Trust & Herefordshire Wildlife Trust. They are also partnered with Ecologi & charitable supporters of The Hope Centre in Bromyard. The company believes in & prides itself in rewarding honesty, hard work, efficiency & creativity.

They are open and inclusive. Different points of view are not only welcomed but encouraged & celebrated. 

Job Overview

To assist the Company Accountant in day-to-day finance and accounts administration tasks. Whilst previous accounts experience is desirable, it is not essential. Full training will be provided. The most important qualities we are looking for are a positive attitude, strong aptitude for learning, enthusiasm for developing within the role, and the ability to support the Company Accountant effectively.

 Main Duties and Responsibilities

Process invoices Manage finance inboxes and supplier queries Dealing with customers queries on invoices via email & telephone. Processing credit card payments. Checking supplier statements to SAGE. Regular updating of information to both SAGE & our bespoke CRM. Answering the phone & transferring calls where relevant. Other general administration duties as required to support the accounts/sales departments. Data entry.

Person Specification

The Finance Assistant should be:

Enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to learn. Naturally good with numbers and able to demonstrate excellent attention to detail. Calm and confident with an excellent telephone manner, comfortable dealing with both internal colleagues and external customers. Trustworthy, reliable, and discreet when handling confidential information. Well organised, with the ability to manage priorities and maintain accuracy under pressure.

Experience, Skills and Knowledge

Essential:

Excellent communication skills at all levels. At least 2 years in an office-based role. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines. Very good IT and computer skills, particularly with spreadsheets. Ability to prioritise workload and complete accurate data entry.

Desirable (but not essential – training will be provided):

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Familiarity with Sage accounting software. Some prior bookkeeping or finance-related experience.

Qualifications

Essential:

Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English at grade 4/C or above.

Desirable (but not essential – training can be provided):

AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting or equivalent. Certificate in Bookkeeping. Payroll experience.

Additional requirements

Desirable:

Driving license due to location

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.