What Jobs are available in Silksworth?

Start date: Febuary 2026 onwards 

Location: EE North Tyneside - Silver Fox Way, Newcastle upon Tyne NE27 0QJ 

Salary: £21,620 plus incentives throughout the year 

Are you bold and want to get paid? A little bit brilliant but want to keep learning? And really clear you want to start a career? If so, wow, you could really be EE.
 

Join our multi award winning  Apprenticeship scheme and you’ll use your charm, enthusiasm and belief to ensure our customers experience the best of EE every time they talk to us. In our customer service team we help people get to grips with everything from their bill and their contract, to a particular feature on their new smartphone.
 

You can come from any background  and all you need is the energy, talent and ambition to launch an amazing career at EE. So buckle up and get ready to learn loads, earn fast, receive training towards an NVQ  and enjoy all the extras you’d expect from Britain’s most cutting-edge mobile network.

We are more than a team  at EE; we are a family , and this ethos includes our customers too. This means that your role will be to make sure our customers receive an exceptional and personal  service every single time.  

Your Future With Us
 

We are passionate  about helping you progress your career and are committed to your growth and development. When the time is right for you, we’ll be right there and will do everything we can to help you get to where you want to be.

Wondering If You’re What We’re Looking For?
 

We believe in a completely personal  environment, where you’re treated like you want to be treated. We’re committed  to working together to build a community  where everyone feels they belong. Whatever your age , race , sexuality , disability , religion  or gender  identity , we recognise and celebrate  our differences and embrace diversity  at all levels. Everyone is welcome  at EE.

What's in it for you? 

• Being part of the EE family brings a huge number of benefits including the below:
• A great starting salary of £21,620.00 per year  
• Online GP - Giving you access to a GP via telephone or video 24/7 for both you and your immediate family, fully funded by us.
• Market leading paid carer's leave, up to 2 weeks off for carers to give that bit of extra support to our colleagues who are caring for family or friends who are disabled, ill or elderly.
• Family leave - Equalised maternity, paternity and adoption leave and it gives all parents 18 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay in the first year however they choose to grow their family.
• Huge discounts of EE & BT products including your Mobile and Broadband - Saving you hundreds of pounds every year.
• Support in carving your own career path. We are passionate about developing our people and we'll support you in achieving the career you want.
• Season Ticket Travel Loan - giving you the funds to pay for your travel to and from work up front, making a difference where it counts.
• Volunteering days, so you can give back to your local community.
• Optional Private Healthcare and Dental, to protect you and your family. 

What Are You Waiting For?
 

If you think you’d be a great fit we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to get the conversation started!

Tactical Merchandiser 
Flexible, part time zero hour contract
Pay Rate – £12.21 Per hour + 30p per mile mileage
Location Allowance if applicable

Full UK Driving licence plus use of vehicle required.

This role pays £12.21 an hour and we offer on average 5-20 hours a week (but not guaranteed)

With 33 distribution centres and more than 22,000 customers relying on us, we’re not just the UK’s largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler – we’re a promise kept every day.  It’s all thanks to the colleagues behind our nightly miracles. We know the future holds 
incredible opportunities - for our customers, our business, and your career.

About the role:

As an Instore Tactical Merchandiser, you’ll bring products to life out in the world on the shop floor. You’ll own your territory, taking care of point-of-sale placement to stock replenishment and auditing. You’ll take pride in first-class standards, creating and maintaining 
visually impactful displays, and building strong relationships with store colleagues and managers. You’ll be the person who 
keeps everything in order, ensuring that stock is replenished and that displays stay on-brand. You’ll take charge of your own 
cost-effective journey plan and make every visit count. If you’re someone who thrives on autonomy and loves to engage with 
others, this role is for you. Click on the link below to read the full job description. 

What we can offer you

As well as the opportunity to work flexibly around your other commitments and additional earning opportunity on a flexible contract we can offer you:

• Holiday Pay, Contributory Pension Scheme, Health Shield Care Plan
• Access to our Colleague Assistance Programme, Hardship fund and access to Mental Health Allies
• Refer a friend scheme, share save scheme and more!

About you

Previous Merchandising experience would be advantageous but not mandatory. However, you will need:

• A friendly confident personality with a can do attitude.
• Excellent communication skills, high integrity and reliable.
• To be located within 15 miles of advertised area.
• Ability to work on own initiative and make the right decisions under pressure.
• Full commitment to providing excellent customer service.

Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

Whether you’re looking for a career within a leading Field Marketing Company part of a FTSE PLC in Smiths News, or a flexible additional earning opportunity we have a wide range of opportunities to suit you.

Experience a career that’s as good as we say it is. One filled with people, pride, passion, opportunities, loyalty and care.

If you are excited about this role but feel your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate for this or other roles! If you want to find out more visit our website !

• £31,827 - £5,000 per annum
• Average uncapped bonus of £ 800 per annum (with potential to earn more)
• 5 days a week
• Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply

Here at Halfords, we’re looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our team. If you’re an experienced mechanic with a passion for delivering excellent customer experience and keeping vehicles safe on the road, we want to hear from you.

As a Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester, you’ll carry out MOT tests to DVSA standards and complete a wide range of vehicle maintenance and repair work. From advanced diagnostics & repairs to routine services, you’ll ensure every job is done to the highest standard.

Drive your career forward at Halfords, the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business, offering excellent training & development opportunities, a wide range of benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme.

Benefits Include:

• 5.6 weeks’ annual leave
• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores
• Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
• Family & Friends Discount Events
• Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance
• GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day
• Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
• Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. Access to hybrid training and IMI approved continuous development will be fully supported.

Skills and experience

• Level 3 qualified in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent qualification or experience)
• Valid MOT Testing Licence
• Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points

Why Halfords?

We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.

Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

• £31,827 - £5,000 per annum
• Average uncapped bonus of £ 800 per annum (with potential to earn more)
• 5 days a week
• Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply

Here at Halfords, we’re looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our team. If you’re an experienced mechanic with a passion for delivering excellent customer experience and keeping vehicles safe on the road, we want to hear from you.

As a Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester, you’ll carry out MOT tests to DVSA standards and complete a wide range of vehicle maintenance and repair work. From advanced diagnostics & repairs to routine services, you’ll ensure every job is done to the highest standard.

Drive your career forward at Halfords, the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business, offering excellent training & development opportunities, a wide range of benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme.

Benefits Include:

• 5.6 weeks’ annual leave
• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores
• Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
• Family & Friends Discount Events
• Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance
• GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day
• Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
• Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. Access to hybrid training and IMI approved continuous development will be fully supported.

Skills and experience

• Level 3 qualified in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent qualification or experience)
• Valid MOT Testing Licence
• Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points

Why Halfords?

We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.

Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.

Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.

We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).

We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Tyne and Wear.

At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.

This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.

• Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
• Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
• A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
• We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
• A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better

• This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
• These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
• If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

• Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
• Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
• Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress

• Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
• Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
• Two professional references
• You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments

It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

• This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
• You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
• We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
• Our insurance covers the work you do for us
• This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position

We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.

We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.

We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.

Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.

Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:

• SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
• SLD / MLD Teacher
• Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
• Intervention Specialist
• Ex-Teacher

Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include

• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Educational Therapist
• Speech and Language Therapist
• Educational Psychologist
• Inclusion Coordinator

If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.

About the Role

Do you have excellent leadership/management skills? Have you got experience in the running of an operational occupational medicine service?

If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you here at EDF as a Deputy Chief Medical Officer!

The Opportunity

As the Deputy Chief Medical Officer here at EDF, you will act as a strategic partner to the Chief Medical Officer, providing support and leadership in their absence, managing delegated operational responsibilities, and ensuring continuity of services. This includes oversight of day-to-day clinical operations, case management, compliance with governance standards, and implementation of strategic initiatives, while escalating issues of strategic significance to senior management.

What you’ll be doing

• Own and undertake clinical assessments and fitness-for-work evaluations, including managing complex cases, ensuring outcomes align with organisational standards.
• Provide leadership in Occupational Health Physician services across EDF sites, driving consistent, high-quality clinical support and managing weekly travel schedules.
• Deliver and take accountability for Appointed Doctor services under the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017, ensuring compliance across all EDF sites.
• Develop, own, and implement Occupational Health (OH) strategies aligned to the Company Business Plan, ensuring successful execution across the organisation.
• Lead clinical governance initiatives , monitoring performance and ensuring the highest quality of OH delivery.
• Champion and oversee the medical reporting officer functions, including review of drug and alcohol test results across the fleet.
• Ensure operational readiness by managing availability for the on-call physician rota across the fleet.
• Direct the development and maintenance of OH policies, procedures, and KPIs, ensuring they are current, effective, and fit for purpose.
• Drive and deliver all OHP services to Company OH functions, taking accountability for cross-cover arrangements and operational continuity.
• Lead the training, development, and mentorship of EDF clinical staff, fostering professional growth and best practice adoption.
• Oversee legislative and regulatory compliance , proactively monitoring changes and implementing required updates to maintain service excellence.
• Provide actionable health data to demonstrate compliance and inform HR, safety, and management decisions.
• Identify, resolve, and prevent areas of non-compliance across OH services, ensuring accountability at all levels.
• Own CPD management and knowledge-sharing initiatives , ensuring staff meet professional development requirements and implement best practice.
• Lead and optimise medical IT systems to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Direct OH recruitment and team management , building capability and accountability across the Occupational Health function.
• Represent and influence the Health and Wellbeing leadership team, contributing to the design and delivery of the company’s wellbeing strategy.
• Investigate, resolve, and escalate complaints relating to the technical aspects of Occupational Healthcare, ensuring robust and accountable management.

Who you are    

To be successful in this role you will need to have an inquiring, solution focussed proactive approach to Occupational Health, an aspiring vision of OH and to lead by example and be a great team player. 

You will be

• A Member or a Fellow of the Faculty of Occupational Medicine
• Able to hold security clearance
• Appointable under IRR 17
• Hold a valid Uk Drivers Licence
• Able to travel regularly for work
• Have advanced DBS clearance

Your (current) Occupational Health skills and knowledge will include:

• Extensive experience in clinical leadership, with a proven ability to manage complex cases in safety-critical and regulated industries. You provide vision and professional leadership to medical staff, consistently promoting excellence in clinical practice.
• You have a strong track record in service development, driving innovation and encouraging medical colleagues to engage in research and education. You also contribute strategically to the development of organisational objectives, including the provision of services and the achievement of performance targets.
• Your leadership extends to clinical governance, where you oversee initiatives that safeguard patient safety and ensure the highest standards of care. You deputise for the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), representing them at board level and in other senior forums, making informed decisions on clinical matters. You work collaboratively with other senior leaders, including other CMOs, to deliver organisational goals.
• You are skilled in stakeholder engagement, building strong relationships and fostering collaboration with internal and external partners, including NHS organisations and universities. You are committed to health, safety, wellbeing, and the environment, and you carry out your role in a manner that supports the organisation’s sustainability — financially, environmentally, ethically, and socially.

Pay, benefits and culture

Alongside a salary negotiable depending on experience, potential to earn 10% bonus, 28 days holiday plus bank holidays and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include a range of benefits, from the big and formal to the small and personal.

We’re talking about everything from enhanced parental leave to electric vehicle leasing, health insurance to product discounts, critical illness insurance to technology vouchers, gym membership to season ticket loans .

At EDF UK, we embrace flexibility while recognising that everyone's working needs are different. Whether you're in our office spaces, on site, or working remotely, we promote an environment that supports collaboration, connection, and comfort. No matter where you are, our priority is to make sure you feel safe, valued, and celebrated.

Here, we do right by each other and everyone’s welcome. We’re on an action-oriented journey, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion. We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.

We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments.

We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees drive fresh thinking and innovation. We understand that success means different things to different people. We believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That’s why we support you to pursue a career that’s unique to you. Because success is personal.

Closing date for applications:
Location: This is a remote role, however you will need to regularly travel

Success is personal. It's your journey, powered by us. Join us and we'll help Britain achieve Net Zero together.

About the Role

Are you ready to lead the future of finance systems and data governance in renewable energy? At EDF Power Solutions, your expertise will help us build smarter, more efficient financial processes that support our journey to net zero.

The Opportunity

As Finance Lead – Systems & Data, you’ll lead a team and take ownership of our finance systems, data governance and reporting tools. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial data across our UK and Ireland operations.

You’ll work closely with senior leaders to shape our ERP strategy, drive system improvements and support decision-making with reliable, timely insights. This is a high-impact role with scope to innovate and influence the future of finance technology at EDF Power Solutions.

Pay, Benefits and Culture

If you’re looking to join a company where you can work hard, have fun, and help to create a net zero future – then you’re in the right place! If you’re passionate about tackling climate change to support a cleaner, greener future, we’d love you to come and join us.

Alongside a competitive salary, potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, our employee benefits include flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle – from electric vehicle leasing and private healthcare to extra holiday and more.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Who You Are

We’re looking for a Finance Lead – Systems & Data who is analytical, collaborative and confident in leading financial systems development. You’ll bring a strong sense of ownership and a commitment to continuous improvement. To be shortlisted, you need to offer…

• An accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with several years’ post-qualification experience
• Experience leading financial systems implementation and development
• Experience presenting financial information to senior stakeholders
• Experience managing and coaching finance professionals
• Strong communication and consulting skills

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the development and optimisation of finance systems and reporting tools
• Ensuring data integrity and governance across financial processes
• Driving ERP strategy and securing funding for system improvements
• Supporting month-end activities and financial control processes
• Managing relationships with internal stakeholders and shared services

Closing Date : 5th of November 2025
Location: Working on a Hybrid basis from our #Edinburgh, #Durham or #London offices, we’re proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work. That means you can work comfortably from home, with our offices as your base location.

Why EDF Power Solutions?

We’re united by a shared ambition: to tackle climate change and power a net zero future. Our diverse team is growing fast, driven by innovation and a commitment to clean, green energy for all.

With technologies spanning onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage and green hydrogen, we’re the UK and Ireland’s most diverse renewable generator. By 2035, we aim to deliver 10GW of low-carbon energy – and we’d love you to help us get there.

Energise your career. Accelerate a net zero future.

Join us, and let’s do good together.