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Join the RAC as a Mobile Mechanic
Competitive salary: £38,625 basic salary, with the opportunity to earn up to £3,000
Sociable hours: 40 per week, 8am–4:30pm, plus 1 in 4 Saturdays
Optional overtime: That is flexible to the hours you want to work

The Role
As an RAC Mobile Mechanic in the Service, Maintenance and Repair (SMR) division, you’ll bring your expert knowledge and problem-solving skills directly to our members – wherever they are. From driveways to office car parks, you’ll deliver first-class service without the limitations of a traditional garage.

We’ll set you up for success from day one with:
• Your own fully equipped RAC van and fuel card
• Full uniform and PPE
• All the essential tools and diagnostic equipment you need

You’ll have the freedom and variety of working on the move, meeting different people, solving problems, and making a real difference every day - all while keeping a healthy work-life balance in a 40-hour week.

No CV required when you apply – it's easier than ever to start your journey with us.

Why you’ll love working for us

• Strong base pay – £38,625 a year, with bonus and overtime taking you up to 3,000.
• Overtime to suit you – Just two extra days a month could add £5,7 a year to your base pay. Plus, end-of-shift overtime opportunities could be worth up to an extra ,000 a year.
• Rewarding incentives – Earn up to a further £6,0 a year in bonus payments.
• Share in our success –  All our employees are awarded shares,  at no cost, so their share in the success of out growing our business
• Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day.
• Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options (after 12 months) to help you save on tax.
• Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
• Pension & life cover – Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4x your salary (10x with flex benefits).
• Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential support helpline for you and your family.
• Exclusive discounts – Save on tools, tech, holidays, and more through our Orange Savings portal.

What We’re Looking For
• Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
• At least 3 years’ hands-on experience as a vehicle technician on light vehicles
• A full UK driving licence with fewer than 6 points

This role is perfect for you if you’re great with customers as well as cars. You’ll enjoy variety—diagnostics, repairs, servicing, and checks—and be confident making decisions on the spot. You’ll take pride in doing a quality job every time,  delivering the complete peace of mind that comes from the RAC.

Why RAC?
For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving, and today we’re trusted by over 15 million members. We’re also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that RAC is a place where support, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand.

We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we’ll be with you every step of the way to help you grow and develop your career.

Job Description

Oaks Hospital

Full time

The role

At Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Join our Theatre department as an Orthopaedic Scrub Nurse/ODP and support on our journey of ‘people caring for people’. You’ll have the best facilities – many of our theatres have laminar airflow systems and state of the art integrated theatre technology.

You’ll also have access to the Ramsay Academy, with potential to gain your SFA, and the chance to develop your career across our 30+ network of independent hospitals across the UK. Like us, you have a can do attitude, and you’re committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. 

Where you’ll be based:

Oaks Hospital. Colchester

What you’ll bring with you

• NMC/HCPC registration

• Surgical scrub experience within orthopaedics including but not limited to hip arthroplasty, knee arthroplasty and anterior cruciate ligaments

• Surgical First Assist Qualification (SFA) would be desirable, but not essential

• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently

• Flexible and positive attitude

• A warm, considerate and empathetic character

Benefits  

•    25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
•    Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
•    Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
•    Flexible shift patterns available where possible
•    Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
•    Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants
•    Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
•    Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
•    Free Parking on site (where possible)
•    Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
•    Concerts for Carers
•    Employee Assistance Programme
•    Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords
•    The Blue Light Card Scheme

About Us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years’ experience. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England.

We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

For further information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Mathew Marskell via email-
 

We care.
 

It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.
 

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

Job Description

Anaesthetic Nurse/ODP

Oaks Hospital

Full time

We are currently expanding our team at Oaks and have an exciting opportunity for a Anaesthetic Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner to join our growing Theatre team!

Oaks Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, one of the leading providers of NHS and private patient services in England. Oaks Hospital is a 58-bed facility including 18 ambulatory bays, 4 laminar flow Theatres and an Endoscopy Theatre. 

The role
We are looking for a passionate and motivated individual who is patient focused and strives to deliver high quality and safe patient care. 
The ideal candidate will be an Operating Department Practitioner/ Theatre Nurse with experience in Anaesthetics and a proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

What you will bring with you
•    Current NMC/HCPC registration
•    Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
•    Flexible and positive attitude
•    Previous experience within a Theatre team specialising in Anaesthetics
•    Be enthusiastic, dynamic and highly motivated 
•    Be capable and confident, with strong clinical skills
•    Demonstrate effective organisational skills 

Benefits

•    25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
•    Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
•    Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
•    Flexible shift patterns available where possible
•    Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
•    Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants
•    Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
•    Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
•    Free Parking on site (where possible)
•    Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
•    Concerts for Carers
•    Employee Assistance Programme
•    Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords
•    The Blue Light Card Scheme
 

About Us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 60 years’ experience. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England.

We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

For further information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Mathew Marskell via email-
 

We care.
 

It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.
 

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

Procurement Officer              
Full time, contract until 31^st December 2026
Location – Flexible Selby/Northampton/London/Ipswich

Salary £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience  

Closing date: 14 November 

Who we are:

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:

As a procurement professional with some strategic experience, you’ll be joining a dynamic and supportive team where your ideas and initiative are valued. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong, collaborative relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders, helping to shape procurement excellence throughout the business.

This is a fast-paced role, which requires accuracy and working to tight deadlines. Ensuring compliance to policies and procedures will enable you to drive commercial success in your role while supporting in the delivery of the procurement strategy. 

You’ll support the team by –

·    Leading and delivering robust tendering, negotiation, and contract management activities, while fostering strong supplier partnerships.

·    Assess external spend with a strategic lens, balancing risk, value, and cost to support business goals.

·    Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure procure-to-pay processes and policies run smoothly and efficiently.

·    Proactively manage supplier relationships to maximise value for Drax, working in tandem with the Supplier Relationship and Performance team.

If you're drawn to working is a busy commercial environment and eager to dive into an engineering-based procurement role and work across projects involving mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Who we’re looking for:

You’ll have a good understanding of procurement principles and end-to-end procurement processes, with excellent stakeholder management skills.

We’re looking for a sharp communicator with initiative and confidence. If you're not afraid to challenge the status quo and ask the right questions, you'll thrive here.

This is the perfect opportunity if you’re looking to grow, stretch your skills, make your mark and learn from a high-performing, collaborative team.

Our procurement function is central to everything we do — and we’re proud of the culture we’ve built.

If you have your CIPS/Project Management qualification that's great, however if you have demonstrable experience and strong performance in a similar role we'd love to hear from you!

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support

your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:

·    A discretionary bonus depending on company performance

·    Private Healthcare

·    SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time

·    Personal accident cover

·    Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%

·    Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays

·    Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.

Talk to us about flexible working!

How to apply:

Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.

If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.

We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email  

We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Healthcare on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days

Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Healthcare? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Overseeing and implementing menu changes
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food services
• Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services
• Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
• Representing Healthcare and maintaining a positive brand image
• Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Satefty regulations

Our ideal Chef will:

• Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
• Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
• Have experience supervising a team
• Have experience in a similar Chef role
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
• Have a flexible approach to working

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/0810/ / /R/BU #White Oaks

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Procurement Officer              
Full time, contract until 31^st December 2026
Location – Flexible Selby/Northampton/London/Ipswich

Salary £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience  

Closing date: 14 November 

Who we are:

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:

As a procurement professional with some strategic experience, you’ll be joining a dynamic and supportive team where your ideas and initiative are valued. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong, collaborative relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders, helping to shape procurement excellence throughout the business.

This is a fast-paced role, which requires accuracy and working to tight deadlines. Ensuring compliance to policies and procedures will enable you to drive commercial success in your role while supporting in the delivery of the procurement strategy. 

You’ll support the team by –

·    Leading and delivering robust tendering, negotiation, and contract management activities, while fostering strong supplier partnerships.

·    Assess external spend with a strategic lens, balancing risk, value, and cost to support business goals.

·    Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure procure-to-pay processes and policies run smoothly and efficiently.

·    Proactively manage supplier relationships to maximise value for Drax, working in tandem with the Supplier Relationship and Performance team.

If you're drawn to working is a busy commercial environment and eager to dive into an engineering-based procurement role and work across projects involving mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Who we’re looking for:

You’ll have a good understanding of procurement principles and end-to-end procurement processes, with excellent stakeholder management skills.

We’re looking for a sharp communicator with initiative and confidence. If you're not afraid to challenge the status quo and ask the right questions, you'll thrive here.

This is the perfect opportunity if you’re looking to grow, stretch your skills, make your mark and learn from a high-performing, collaborative team.

Our procurement function is central to everything we do — and we’re proud of the culture we’ve built.

If you have your CIPS/Project Management qualification that's great, however if you have demonstrable experience and strong performance in a similar role we'd love to hear from you!

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support

your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:

·    A discretionary bonus depending on company performance

·    Private Healthcare

·    SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time

·    Personal accident cover

·    Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%

·    Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays

·    Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.

Talk to us about flexible working!

How to apply:

Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.

If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.

We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email  

We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.

As one of our Self-Employed Core Delivery Drivers you'll enjoy freedom, flexibility and better financial rewards, plus all the support and benefits of being part of our wider Yodel team. You don't need any experience, and the more you deliver, the more you earn.

Competitive rates for each parcel you deliver or collect
Typically, our Delivery Drivers can earn anything between £18 - £20p/h (paid per parcel).
We're in the business of delivering promises as well as parcels therefore we're raising our game and giving you more reasons to come and join us. All our rates are competitively enhanced taking business mileage and operational costs into consideration. It's a total gamechanger.

Daily & Weekly Payment Options
Yodel offer flexible payment options to all Self Employed delivery drivers, giving you the supplier the option to access earnings from the very next day via an app provided by our early access partner, Onsi or alternatively, suppliers can join the weekly payment cycle scheme, which kicks in following 4 weeks of completed delivery services.

Both payment options allows you, the supplier, to receive more regular payments for the delivery services you have provided.

We have plenty of parcels for to deliver
There are plenty of parcels to deliver meaning the earning opportunity is in your hands. Our parcels weigh up to a maximum of 15kg and can vary in size. You can realistically deliver and collect between 16-25 parcels an hour depending on the area and your experience, for 6 days a week. The more you deliver, the more you earn with the opportunity to take more parcels and boost your revenue.

We'll give you freedom and flexibility
You can plan your own route or use our handy award-winning app with simple instructions and built in optimisation which will help you prepare and plan your routes more easily, as well as allowing you to liaise directly with customers.

We'll offer regular work in the same area, 6 days a week
We deliver parcels for some of the biggest retailers around. So, there's no shortage of parcels to deliver. Plus, you'll be able to stay local and get to know the roads and customers.

We'll develop and support you
You'll get all the independence of being self-employed, plus the backing of our expert team and access to a Yodel representative, to answer your questions.

Each day is what you make it. You can plan your own route, which will keep things fresh and interesting. And at each delivery or doorstep, use your mobile to scan parcels and make sure they're safely received by the customer, so there's no difficult technology for you to get to grips with. We will arrange a suitable time for you to collect your parcels daily, or for those located within a more rural area, we can drop to you. Simple!

Want a bit more? All our Self Employed Delivery Drivers have access to:

- Partner Discounts - Including Naked Wines, Beer Hawk and Hello Fresh.
- Health and Wellbeing Programmes - Offering support from managing relationships to finance
- Develop and grow your business - There's plenty of parcels to deliver meaning the earning opportunity is in your hands

No, experience, no problem! We give full training and support to help you get on your way.
All you need to show us is the following to get started:
- Access to a insured car or van (up to 3.5 tonne)
- A full UK or EC/EEA Driving Licence
- Proof of Right to Work in the UK
- IOS or Android smart phone
- Proof of own bank account
- And finally, have a great attitude
Yodel recognises that its people are fundamental to its success. We are committed to equal opportunities, we value differences between people, and we aim to build teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.
If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements for the recruitment process or the role, please contact the recruitment team who will be happy to discuss
We are looking to partner up with more Self Employed Delivery Drivers than ever before so register your interest today!

As one of our Self-Employed Core Delivery Drivers you'll enjoy freedom, flexibility and better financial rewards, plus all the support and benefits of being part of our wider Yodel team. You don't need any experience, and the more you deliver, the more you earn.

Competitive rates for each parcel you deliver or collect
Typically, our Delivery Drivers can earn anything between £18 - £20p/h (paid per parcel).
We're in the business of delivering promises as well as parcels therefore we're raising our game and giving you more reasons to come and join us. All our rates are competitively enhanced taking business mileage and operational costs into consideration. It's a total gamechanger.

Daily & Weekly Payment Options
Yodel offer flexible payment options to all Self Employed delivery drivers, giving you the supplier the option to access earnings from the very next day via an app provided by our early access partner, Onsi or alternatively, suppliers can join the weekly payment cycle scheme, which kicks in following 4 weeks of completed delivery services.

Both payment options allows you, the supplier, to receive more regular payments for the delivery services you have provided.

We have plenty of parcels for to deliver
There are plenty of parcels to deliver meaning the earning opportunity is in your hands. Our parcels weigh up to a maximum of 15kg and can vary in size. You can realistically deliver and collect between 16-25 parcels an hour depending on the area and your experience, for 6 days a week. The more you deliver, the more you earn with the opportunity to take more parcels and boost your revenue.

We'll give you freedom and flexibility
You can plan your own route or use our handy award-winning app with simple instructions and built in optimisation which will help you prepare and plan your routes more easily, as well as allowing you to liaise directly with customers.

We'll offer regular work in the same area, 6 days a week
We deliver parcels for some of the biggest retailers around. So, there's no shortage of parcels to deliver. Plus, you'll be able to stay local and get to know the roads and customers.

We'll develop and support you
You'll get all the independence of being self-employed, plus the backing of our expert team and access to a Yodel representative, to answer your questions.

Each day is what you make it. You can plan your own route, which will keep things fresh and interesting. And at each delivery or doorstep, use your mobile to scan parcels and make sure they're safely received by the customer, so there's no difficult technology for you to get to grips with. We will arrange a suitable time for you to collect your parcels daily, or for those located within a more rural area, we can drop to you. Simple!

Want a bit more? All our Self Employed Delivery Drivers have access to:

- Partner Discounts - Including Naked Wines, Beer Hawk and Hello Fresh.
- Health and Wellbeing Programmes - Offering support from managing relationships to finance
- Develop and grow your business - There's plenty of parcels to deliver meaning the earning opportunity is in your hands

No, experience, no problem! We give full training and support to help you get on your way.
All you need to show us is the following to get started:
- Access to a insured car or van (up to 3.5 tonne)
- A full UK or EC/EEA Driving Licence
- Proof of Right to Work in the UK
- IOS or Android smart phone
- Proof of own bank account
- And finally, have a great attitude
Yodel recognises that its people are fundamental to its success. We are committed to equal opportunities, we value differences between people, and we aim to build teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.
If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements for the recruitment process or the role, please contact the recruitment team who will be happy to discuss
We are looking to partner up with more Self Employed Delivery Drivers than ever before so register your interest today!