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HR Advisor

Kington, West Midlands RECRUITMENT HELPLINE

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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

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IT Systems and Website Developer

Bromyard, West Midlands RECRUITMENT HELPLINE

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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).

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Finance Assistant - Part-Time - Permanent - Competitive Salary - Based in Bromyard

Bromyard, West Midlands RECRUITMENT HELPLINE

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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.

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IT Technician

Bromyard, West Midlands RECRUITMENT HELPLINE

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An excellent opportunity for an experienced IT Technician to join a well-established company!

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent – Office Based.

Salary: Competitive Salary of £29,000 - £33,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience.

Location: Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7.

Schedule: 39.5 hours. Mon to Thur 8.30am-5.30pm, Fri 8.30am - 5pm

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. 

About The Role:

We are looking for an IT Technician to join our team, supporting both day-to-day operations and our long-term digital growth. This is a hands-on role where you will work across Mac OS and Windows environments, manage cloud systems and use your scripting skills to streamline workflows and develop practical solutions. 

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. 

Reporting to our Senior Management Team this multi-functional role incorporates IT support, systems development & website design for the company. Developing the company ERP system to improve processes throughout the business, provide technical support to various departments in the form of creating automation and helping to solve technical issues.

Responsibilities Include:

Providing day-to-day IT support to colleagues across Mac OS and Windows systems Managing and maintaining AWS EC2 servers (or equivalent cloud platforms) Troubleshooting and resolving hardware, software, and networking issues to keep the business running smoothly Installing, configuring and maintaining software and hardware Using your excellent scripting knowledge (PHP, JavaScript, HTML) to create tools, automate tasks, and improve efficiency Supporting the integration of business applications into our workflows Documenting systems, solutions, and processes to ensure smooth knowledge transfer Working collaboratively with the wider team to find smarter, more sustainable solutions Looking after network security protocols You will be expected to carry out any other duties that may reasonably be required by the company

Candidate Requirements:

Essential:

A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar role Web development tools, namely HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP and MySQL A good understanding of relational databases AppleScript Experience in AWS EC2 and Linux or equivalent cloud server technologies

Desirable:

Experience/knowledge of Claris Filemaker Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

Qualifications:

Essential:

Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or IT related subject At least 4 GCSEs (grades 9-4/A*-C) including Maths and English

Desirable:

Advanced GCSE in applied IT Other relevant Computer Science Qualifications

Additional Requirements:

Highly detail oriented. Able to learn new skills/techniques quickly Be personally energetic, dynamic, positive, and enthusiastic and possess the ability to think laterally and act through reasoned decision making Exceptional team player with a natural ability to build rapport with others Be able to troubleshoot and offer solutions Able to multi-task and meet deadlines Excellent time management A flexible approach and a willingness to accept feedback and incorporate it into their work. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Driving license (due to factory location) – Desirable.

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.

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General Production Operative

Bromyard, West Midlands RECRUITMENT HELPLINE

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Do you have previous operative experience in a similar role in a factory/warehouse/manufacturing environment? Are you a fast learner with a keen eye for detail? If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you and you’ll find more than a job - you’ll find job security and stability within a friendly and supportive, yet hard-working environment.

Although relevant experience would prove advantageous, it is not essential as comprehensive training will be provided.

Job Title: General Production Operative – Multiple vacancies available

Permanent: Full time, 39.5 hours. 

Salary: £12.21p/h, rising to £12.30p/h on successful completion of probation period

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

A potentially varied and exciting role working across multiple departments within the business. There is a current requirement to provide cover for general assembly activities, picking and packing in the despatch department, quality control, and also scope to provide skilled cover in woodworking, laser cutting, and presswork departments for the right candidate.

Main Duties and responsibilities:

  •  Assembling parts and components in various departmental areas, ensuring that all parts are fitted correctly
  • Read and decipher assembly instructions
  • Use hand tools or machines to assemble parts
  • Carefully pack parts according to instructions
  • Conduct quality control checks
  • Ensuring health and safety standards are complied with

Desirable Duties (Skill Dependent):

  • Activities within the woodworking department, including CNC work, sanding and finishing.
  • Laser cutting using CO2 or Fibre laser equipment
  • Power press setting or operating experience

Person Specification

Experience, Skills, and Knowledge

General Production Operatives must have exceptional attention to detail. This is vital during the manufacturing process, as minor errors or defects can cause serious problems resulting in customer complaints. They must also be excellent at teamwork as most assembly orders require working as part of a team. Operators must do their part correctly and help others when necessary. Because of the repetitive and fast nature of the work, Operators must have full concentration while working to prevent costly errors. Operators must also be self-motivated, this is essential for them to achieve performance metrics, such as completing a specific number of components in a set amount of time ensuring company quality standards are adhered to.

Experience

Essential:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to communicate effectively across departments.
  • Ability to focus on repetitive tasks and a keen eye for detail.
  • Good manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination, including the ability to assemble parts and components that are often very small.
  • Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work, with an ability to adhere to deadlines.
  • Self-motivated and can work with minimal supervision.
  • IT literate, specifically able to use iPad’s. Full training is provided.
  • Ability to use initiative, with problem-solving skills.
  • Numerical and verbal reasoning.

Desirable:

  • Previous experience in a similar role in a factory/warehouse/manufacturing environment would be beneficial
  • Woodworking experience
  • CNC experience
  • Laser cutting experience
  • Power press setting or operation experience

Qualifications

 Desirable:

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

Additional requirement

Desirable:

  • Role may be physical at times and involves manual handling
  • Driving license due to factory location

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

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Support Worker

Hereford, West Midlands Aston House Care Ltd

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Support Worker – Mental Health Care Home (Day & Sleep Shifts)

Herefordshire

£12.60 – £13.40 per hour

4 shifts per week + 1 sleep shift

Aston House is a small, family-run mental health care home in Herefordshire. We’re currently looking to expand our team with dedicated care workers who are passionate about supporting adults with mental health needs.

Experience is preferred but not essential – full training will be provided for the right candidates.

Shift Pattern

Morning: 8:00am – 3:00pm

Afternoon: 2:30pm – 9:30pm

Sleep-in: 9:30pm – 8:30am (once per week)

What We’re Looking For

A caring, reliable, and professional attitude

Strong spoken and written English

Willingness to be part of a supportive, close-knit team

Confidence in assisting both residents and colleagues

Understanding of mental health and recovery-focused care (preferred)

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Level 3 NVQ in Health & Social Care (preferred, not essential)

Training & Development

We believe in investing in our staff. You’ll receive paid training and continuous professional development to help you thrive in your role.

What We Offer

Free meals while on shift

Full-time, part-time, and night hours available

Free parking

Casual dress to reflect our homely, family-style environment

Comprehensive induction & Skills for Care – Care Certificate

Company pension scheme

Performance-related bonus scheme, Referrals Bonus and Training Bonus

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We’d love to hear from you!

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Support Worker - Waking Night Shift

Hereford, West Midlands Aston House Care Ltd

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Waking Night Shift– Mental Health Care Home

Herefordshire

£12.60 – £13.40 per hour

3–4 shifts per week | 10:00pm –8:00am

Aston House is a small, family-run mental health care home in Herefordshire, and we’re currently looking for waking night care workers to join our dedicated and growing team.

Experience is preferred but not essential – full training will be provided for the right candidates.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct hourly building checks to ensure safety and security

Respond promptly to resident calls and provide practical or emotional support

Communicate clearly during handovers to keep staff informed

Carry out light cleaning and prep communal areas for the next day

Assist with basic food prep for breakfast or day staff

Complete documentation on interactions, incidents, and checks

Requirements

A caring, reliable, and professional attitude

Strong spoken and written English

Willingness to work as part of a supportive, close-knit team

Ability to work independently during night hours

Level 2/3 NVQ (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care is preferred but not essential

Training & Development

We’re committed to helping our staff grow. You’ll have access to paid training opportunities, including ongoing development support.

What We Offer

Free meals while on shift

Flexible hours (full-time, part-time, and nights)

Free parking

Casual dress to keep our home comfortable and relaxed

Comprehensive induction & Skills for Care – Care Certificate

Company pension scheme

Performance-related bonus scheme, Referrals Bonus and Training Bonus

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We’d love to hear from you!

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Registered Care Home Manager – Mental Health Care Home

Hereford, West Midlands Aston House Care Ltd

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Registered Care Home Manager – Mental Health Care Home

Herefordshire

£38,000 - £45,000 per Annum (based upon experience)

5 shifts per week


Aston House Care Ltd in Hereford provides support for Adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health Needs . The residential home supports up to 19 adults, offering a variety of supportive pathways, personalised to suit each person’s specific needs. We are focused on the strengths, interests and dreams of each person we support, our staff are our heroes and they need a leader!


We are looking for a Care Home Manger who:

Make every day amazing – we love to see the people we support smile, we do all we can to help the people we support get the most out of everyday

Celebrate Uniqueness – everyone is different, we want to you find the way to get the best out of our staff and the people we support, promoting each individuals independence, choice, dignity and privacy while putting a smile on their face

Fun – while the day to day things need to be done we support our staff in finding fun of getting them done, we want our homes to be happy and fun places to live and work

Be Brave – We encourage our staff teams to be creative and innovative in the way things are done. We want our Managers to listen to their staff and share ideas.

Quality – We lead the sector on quality from the support we provide to the people we support to the training we provide to our staff. We provide an excellent induction and a sector leading training programme. We encourage our staff to enrole on training courses and pay for training costs when staff undertake training for the benefit of Aston House.


This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who leads by example and thrives in a supportive, people-focused environment.


Shifts (5 per week) :

Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 4:00pm (3pm on Fridays)

Possible Additional shifts depending on staffing needs


What We’re Looking For:

-Experienced as a Registered Care Home Manager

-Committed to supporting people to live lifestyles of their choosing

-To work effectively and professionally ensuring all staff are aware of Company policies, procedures, aims,    

 objectives and philosophy of the company

-Has broad experience of managing people, service and quality within Mental Health and Learning Disabilities

-Demonstrates positive values

-Able to promote and maintain independence, choice and respect

-Holds a QCF 5 (or Equivalent) in Health and Social Care or be already working towards

-Excellent time management and organisational skills and the ability to work on own initiative

-Good awareness of CQC legislation, updates, changes and best practice


Training & Development:

We actively promote paid training and continued development to help you grow in your career — your progress is important to us.


What We Offer:

-Free meals while on shift

-Full-time, part-time, and night hours available

-Free parking

-Casual dress to reflect our relaxed, homely environment

-Comprehensive induction & Skills for Care – Care Certificate

-Company pension scheme

-Performance-related bonus scheme, Referrals Bonus and Training Bonus


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We’d love to hear from you!

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Hardware and Electronics Engineer

Hereford, West Midlands Leidos

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Hardware and Electronics Engineer

Location: Hybrid - Herefordshire 4 days/week on customer site

Clearance: Must be eligible for DV clearance (British Citizen, UK residency last 10 years)


Do you love building real hardware from the ground up? Want to design and prototype electronics that directly support national security operations?

We’re looking for a practical, hands-on Electronics & Hardware Engineer to join our growing National Security & Defence team. In this role, you'll design and assemble custom electronic devices, integrating components like RF modules, GPS, GSM, and Bluetooth. You'll also work on physical casing design, 3D printing, and functional testing — bringing entire devices from schematic to finished product.

You'll work closely with our embedded software developers to build the systems that power covert and tactical operations, often being the person who turns ideas into working physical hardware.

This role is primarily on-site (4 days per week), where you’ll collaborate directly with users and developers to deliver tools that make a difference.

What You’ll Do

  • Design and build custom electronic circuits using COTS modules and discrete components
  • Lay out PCBs (preferably using tools like, Altium or EasyEDA)
  • Integrate wireless technologies: RF, GPS, GSM, Bluetooth, UWB
  • Design and 3D print enclosures for your devices
  • Assemble prototypes: soldering, testing, debugging
  • Support embedded software engineers with working hardware
  • Capture and maintain documentation for your builds and iterations
  • Participate in on-site integration, testing, and refinement alongside users

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

  • Experience designing and assembling electronics
  • Comfortable using PCB layout tools and soldering components (SMD and through-hole)
  • Familiarity with using and integrating wireless communication modules (RF, GPS, Bluetooth, etc.)
  • Some exposure to embedded microcontroller platforms (e.g., Arduino, ESP32, STM32)
  • Comfortable with multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.
  • Able to build and iterate on functional prototypes rapidly
  • Working knowledge of mechanical enclosures and 3D printing

Desirable:

  • Experience producing small-scale runs of PCB prototypes
  • Understanding of power management in low-power or battery-operated devices
  • Exposure to EMI/EMC design considerations
  • Experience supporting field testing or operational deployments
  • Passion for making, hacking, or DIY electronics projects

Education & Qualifications

  • Degree or HND in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or similar
  • Relevant hands-on project experience is highly valued — even from personal or hobbyist work.


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Software Developer – Embedded Systems

Hereford, West Midlands Leidos

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Location: Hybrid - Bristol or Herefordshire 4 days/week on customer site

Clearance: Must be eligible for DV clearance (British Citizen, UK residency last 10 years).


Are you an experienced software developer who loves building practical solutions on embedded hardware? Want to work closely with end-users and see the real-world impact of your code?


Join our National Security & Defence team, where you’ll design and deliver mission-critical software using platforms like ESP32, Raspberry Pi, and ARM-based microcontrollers (e.g., Zero, Pico). You'll work with Python and C++ to solve operational problems directly alongside our customers, typically on-site 4 days per week. This is a hands-on role for engineers who enjoy low-level work, problem-solving, and creating robust tools in challenging environments.


What You’ll Do

  • Develop bespoke software solutions on embedded platforms (ESP32, Raspberry Pi, ARM).
  • Write and maintain code in Python and/or C++, often interfacing directly with hardware.
  • Work with communication protocols to control and integrate peripheral devices
  • Perform testing and debugging, both in the lab and at customer sites.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine requirements and implement features.
  • Occasionally support system integration and deployment of hardware/software stacks.
  • Engage with users to understand operational needs and adapt your solutions accordingly.
  • Contribute to technical documentation and version control (Git).
  • Support team knowledge sharing and mentor less-experienced developers when appropriate.


What You’ll Bring

Essential:

  • 3–15 years’ experience in hands-on software development.
  • Strong proficiency in C++ and/or Python
  • Experience coding for embedded systems (e.g., ESP32, ARM Cortex-based boards).
  • Familiarity with low-level hardware interfacing, including serial comms, GPIO, USB, or SPI/I2C
  • Comfort working in Linux development environments.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to new hardware, tools, and use cases.
  • Familiarity with unit testing, debugging tools, and Git-based workflows.


Desirable:

Experience with security-focused projects (e.g., Government, MoD)

Exposure to cryptography and secure audio/data transport.

Knowledge of Bluetooth, Ultra-Wideband, or other wireless protocols.

Familiarity with USB device drivers or USB communication.

Use of RTOS or bare-metal development environments.



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