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Citizens Advice Manchester is a charity which provides free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities. We employ over 220 people and are one of the largest and most diversely funded Local Citizens Advice within the network. We are modern, innovative and progressive aiming to provide the advice people need for the problems they face and to improve the policies and practices that affect people's lives.

We have an exciting vacancy on our Energy Advice Service and are seeking to recruit a part-time Energy Champion. In this role you will directly engage with our partners to raise awareness of the service and the outcomes that it achieves for our clients. You'll also create a community of energy awareness by liaising with community groups on a one to one basis to deliver energy awareness sessions to increase knowledge of energy efficiency measures and the dangers of carbon monoxide. You'll also be required to attend events in the community to engage people in conversation around energy.

We're looking for a candidate who is highly experienced in delivering training sessions and/or presentations to large groups which will comprise a variety of demographics who has excellent communication skills and is comfortable interacting with groups of people with a wide range of vulnerabilities. As this is a community based role, with travel required around Greater Manchester on a regular basis, it would be an advantage for the applicant to have a driving license/access to a vehicle (expenses will be paid).

For more information about the role and our organisation download the Job Pack here.

We can offer you a supportive culture within a charity setting committed to social justice. Because our people always go the extra mile to help our clients, we reward them with an attractive remuneration package with excellent terms and conditions of employment including:

• Modern and comfortable City Centre location with free tea and coffee
• Pension, Life Assurance and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and Health Plane
  Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per year (in addition to bank holidays) rising to a maximum of 30 days with long service

CAM is committed to being an inclusive organisation, we value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We want our teams to be representative of the diverse communities we serve, however you identify, or whatever background you bring with you, we welcome and encourage your application.

Contract: Fixed Term Grant Funded 31/03/2026

About the role:

We are currently seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and flexible individual to join our team as a Disability Champion within the new Trailblazer Project.

The Trailblazer Programme is an ambitious, multi-agency initiative led by Neath Port Talbot Council to reduce economic inactivity and improve wellbeing across our communities. We're currently delivering innovative projects in our Opportunity Hubs and outreach locations, working alongside health professionals, training providers, and employers to help people overcome complex barriers to work. From supporting residents with mental health and long-term health conditions, to tackling digital exclusion, housing instability, and low confidence, we're at the forefront of creating tailored, life-changing solutions that make a genuine difference in people's lives.

As a Disability Champion, you will:

• Act as a visible advocate for the rights, inclusion, and well-being of disabled people across Neath Port Talbot
• Promote an inclusive culture by raising awareness, challenging stigma, and embedding best practices into Trailblazer delivery
• Ensure policies, procedures, and services are accessible, equitable, and compliant with the Equality Act 2010
• Support employers, staff, and participants to implement reasonable adjustments and inclusive approaches
• Build strong partnerships with disability-focused organisations and local communities to strengthen support and referral pathways
• Influence organisational culture and decision-making to ensure disabled people's voices shape service design and outcomes

Your daily routine will:

• Advocate for and support disabled participants within the Trailblazer programme
• Work with staff, employers, and partners to ensure inclusive practices and accessibility are in place
• Deliver training and awareness sessions on disability inclusion and confidence
• Monitor participation and outcomes of disabled individuals, using data to drive improvements
• Support the development of accessible resources, policies, and toolkits
• Engage with disability communities and celebrate success stories to promote positive change

Do you have:

• Experience advocating for the rights and needs of disabled people?
• Knowledge of accessibility standards, inclusive practice, and disability-related legislation?
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders?
• Experience delivering training, awareness sessions, or guidance on disability inclusion?
• The ability to identify barriers and create practical solutions to improve accessibility?
• A Level 4 qualification in Advice and Guidance (or similar employability/disability-related qualification)?

About us:

We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues' efforts and achievements. We also believe that there's life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.

Choose to work for us and you'll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.

• Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
• Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
• Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years& service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
• Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
• Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
• Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
• Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.

If you would like to start a rewarding career with a company that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you. For more information and to apply please visit

DBS requirements:

This post is subject to a DBS check

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools/employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people/vulnerable adults and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans. In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £33,699.00-£37,280.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee mentoring programme
• Flexitime
• Life insurance
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person

At Firemind, we believe lasting success comes from strong relationships. Our Client Champions help clients unlock real business value with AI and cloud technologies, acting as the bridge between solutions and client vision. We work across the UK, Finland, Poland, Germany, Netherlands and soon Spain in a hybrid, agile environment.

Click Apply to submit your application, including your CV and a note about your skills and experience.

Looking for part-time hours that fit around school runs, evenings, or weekends? We've got the flexibility you need.
Are you passionate about providing exceptional customer service? Do you love problem-solving and making a real difference in people's lives? If so, we'd love to hear from you

As a Customer Champion, you'll be the first point of contact for our Retail Consumer customers, delivering a warm, friendly, and high-quality service across multiple contact channels. Whether it's assisting with technical issues, account queries, or guiding customers towards self-service solutions, you'll be there to support them every step of the way.

We believe in making life easier and better for our customers, and you'll play a key role in ensuring they get the most from their broadband service—resolving queries first time and delivering a consistently outstanding experience.

Salary
- £24,570 per annum (fixed), pro-rata to part-time hours

Location
- Carr Lane, Hull (Flexible hybrid working will be available after full training is complete)

Advert Closing Date
– 9th September 2025

Act fast – seize the opportunity to join KCOM, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy sooner than the published date.
Assessment Centre date
– 11th September 2025

Start date in the role
– 13th October 2025

Training
– Classroom based; you'll need to commit to working from the office during your probation. Training will take place Monday–Friday, and we can offer adjusted hours (09:30–14:30) for the first 2–2.5 weeks to support part-time schedules.

Hours –

• Part-time – minimum 16 hours per week, or up to 22.5 hours per week (ideal 18.75 hours)
• Evenings from 4pm or weekends are preferred
• School-run hours (e.g. 10am–2pm) also available
• You'll work in the office during your 6-month probation period

Assessment Process
If shortlisted, y
ou'll need to complete a short 10-minute online assessment via TestGorilla
and a quick screening call with one of our Customer Service Specialists
. If successful, you'll be invited to attend an in-person assessment day at our Carr Lane office, which typically lasts around 2 hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Building instant rapport with customers, listening to their needs, and understanding how we can help.
• Taking ownership of customer queries, seeing them through to resolution with confidence and care.
• Delivering a high standard of service on every interaction—no matter the issue.
• Problem-solving and using initiative to resolve issues wherever possible, escalating when needed.
• Thriving in a team environment while also working independently during quieter periods.
• Staying resilient and adaptable to handle high call volumes and unexpected service challenges.
• Driving continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues and helping to refine our processes.
• Getting things right first time to prevent repeat customer calls and ensure satisfaction.

Requirements

• A passion for customer service – you genuinely enjoy helping people and solving problems.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Confidence, resilience, and adaptability – able to handle a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• A positive, solutions-focused mindset – always looking for ways to make things easier for the customer.
• Previous customer service experience – whether in a call centre, retail, hospitality, or another customer-facing role.
• Desirable (but not essential) - Knowledge of broadband services.

Our Commitment to Your Wellbeing – Service with Respect
At KCOM, we're proud to have a friendly and respectful customer base, and instances of abuse are rare. However, we believe that no one should ever have to face abuse, harassment, or threats while simply doing their job.

That's why we introduced our Service with Respect policy, ensuring:

• You have the right to remove yourself from abusive situations.
• Managers will fully support you and act when incidents occur.
• Customers are held accountable for unacceptable behaviour, with clear consequences for repeat offenders.

Your wellbeing matters, and we're committed to making KCOM a safe, supportive, and positive place to work.
Perks And Benefits

• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Excellent Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Volunteering days
• Life Assurance and Income Protection
• Corporate Discount schemes
• We support hybrid and remote working
• A variety of health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits to choose from

About Us
KCOM goes beyond broadband—for us it's about community, innovation, and commitment. Since 1904, we've been integral to Hull and East Yorkshire, delivering award-winning broadband services and being at the heart of our region. Join us in expanding our full-fibre network and connect more homes and businesses.

At KCOM, collaboration fuels our innovation, driving us to be the best and keep our customers seamlessly connected. We empower our customers to thrive in the digital age, and we're passionate about making a real difference in their lives.

Why Work with Us
The Power is all Yours
At KCOM, our dedication to our people mirrors our commitment to our customers. Immerse yourself in a workplace that values you as an individual, offering family-friendly policies and adaptable working arrangements.

No agency applications will be considered for this vacancy at this time.

Who are we, and what do we do?
You may not have heard of us, but there's a good chance you've enjoyed our products. Avara Foods is one of the UK's leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country's major supermarkets and well-known restaurants.

We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door – meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms, spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.

A Little About Our Wednesbury Site
Our advanced manufacturing site in Wednesbury, West Midlands, is our newest advanced manufacturing site, and we've invested around £4.7 million into state-of-the-art facilities.

Our Wednesbury site is a flagship Added Value centre for Avara, which employ over 150 talented individuals at the site, who help to supply some of the UK's largest supermarkets and popular restaurants

About The Role
As an inclusive, forward-thinking business, we take pride in our approach to Operations across Avara Foods and are looking for a highly competent and motivated
Quality Champion
to join our
Site Technical
team, based at our
Wednesbury
site, on a 6 month contract opportunity.

The role is
site
based, so you'll be working in a fast-paced, dynamic FMCG factory environment which is noisy and refrigerated in some areas, part of a manufacturing operation of short shelf life products where hygiene and Technical standards are critical. As
a Quality Champion
you will be required to work predominantly
Monday to Friday 07:00-16:00 with the flexibility to cover our Twilight shift (which runs until midnight)
What will you be doing as a Quality Champion at Avara?
The Quality Champion will drive factory standards and work with a team looking at compliance, standards and supporting Technical and Production colleagues to drive this.

What will your key responsibilities as Quality Champion include?

• Daily inspections of different areas within the factory
• Report to the Site Lead Quality Manager.
• Collaborating with different departments to ensure consistent application of quality standards
• Checking accuracy of Traceability information
• Inspiring colleagues and driving the commitment to Quality.
• Proactively identifying issues in the process and working to find long term solutions

What you'll need to be successful:

• Previous experience as a Quality Auditor is essential.
• Significant experience in the food manufacturing industry.
• Understanding of Technical regulations and processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages and Technical systems.
• Adaptable and flexible.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

The Benefits Of Working For Avara Foods
As a
Quality Champion
you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded.

Benefits
We offer comprehensive training as well as continuous development as you build your long-term career with us. You can also look forward to benefits that amongst other things include the following:

• Competitive salary
• Additional shift allowance
• 31 days holiday allowance
• 5% pension
• Life assurance/insurance
• Various lifestyle benefits, such as cashback perks, exclusive shopping discounts from well known retailers, and discounted cinema tickets
• Wellbeing resources, including free online health advice & support, and wellbeing assessments.

What happens after you apply for this role?
After you've applied, you'll be contacted in due course by a Resourcing Officer, to discuss your application and CV further. There'll also be a chance for you to ask us any questions you may have about the role.

If you're ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

INDHP #TheAvaraWay

Change Grow Live
are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options.

Our core values are
'Be open, be compassionate and be bold'
and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.

Do you have lived experience of substance abuse? Would you like to use that experience to help and support others? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for enthusiastic and friendly people to join our team as a
Recovery Champion
. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team you will work with those who are directly impacted by their own substance misuse and the people who care for them, family members and friends; as well as working with key partners to empower communities.

Where
Newham, London

Hours
Full time, 37.5h per week

Full Time Salary
£25, based on full time hours, pro rata for part time)

Allowance
£,133.14 Inner London Weighting, pro rata

Contract Type
Fixed Term until 31st March 2026

Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

About the role

• Provide a welcoming and consistent environment in open access area
• Create links with local communities and work to target people affected by drugs and alcohol who are not in touch with mainstream services - those isolated in communities, unaware of services, or who do not feel services are for them
• Attend team meetings/group supervision with the aim of sharing good practice and finding solutions
• Meet individuals within the community to discuss their personal goals regarding their recovery and to support families affected by drugs and alcohol to discuss their personal goals and support needs
• Utilise existing local resources and build local community awareness, signposting to relevant agencies
• Assist the Volunteer and peer Mentor Coordinator in setting up and identifying specialist advice /support and recovery opportunities.

About you

• Lived experience of drug or/and alcohol misuse
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with good IT skills
• Be able to build relationships with individuals with multiple needs, whilst remaining empathetic and non-judgemental toward Service Users
• Confident in working alone as well as part of a team
• Can remain calm under pressure
• Able to travel as required, including where public transport is not available

What we will give to you

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years' service (pro rata for PT) "Capped at 30 days"
• Paid 'Wellness' hour each week along with a 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
• A friendly and supportive team
• Training, career development & progression opportunities
• Earn vouchers in our generous Refer-a-Friened

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.
If this sounds like you and you'd like to begin your journey with
Change Grow Live,
then we'd love to talk to you.

Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
Please note This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here
Skilled Worker visa Overview - GOV.UK

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
CGL SPOT (19) (£2 5,077.00)

Inner London Weighting ( ,133.14)

6/10/2025

Valentina Castellana |

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Location: Brighouse

Hours: Set shift patterns 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm and 10pm-6am.

Salary: Negotiable

• Review quality data from the previous week and proactively investigate the reasons for failures
• Review WIP to identify quality failures, work with fabricators to identify route cause of failures and implement corrective actions.
• Identify causes of recuts, rework, and scrap.
• Collaborate with production, Quality and engineering teams to implement process improvements that eliminate waste.
• Regularly review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for accuracy and relevance.
• Ensure SOPs reflect current best practices and align with quality standards.
• Work with relevant stakeholders to update and roll out revised SOPs.
• Facilitate structured RCA sessions using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone (Ishikawa), and Pareto analysis (training to be provided).
• Ensure timely closure of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).

Quickslide are a forward-thinking business who want to add to our already successful business with a great company culture, an excellent behavioural and production bonus structure, opportunities for personal development and a supportive environment. We are looking for people who will work well within our existing team and who are dedicated to creating a positive environment.

With a structured induction programme, experience within windows and doors is not always necessary, the exclusive induction will train on all aspects of the role that you'll need to succeed in

The Quality Champion is responsible for ensuring that product quality is maintained at the highest standard, with a key focus on preventing defects from reaching the customer. This role will drive proactive quality initiatives, reduce internal rework and recuts, perform thorough root cause analysis, and continuously improve operational standards and processes.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively across departments
• Knowledge of quality tools and techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA) (advantageous)
• Working knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma principles (preferred)
• Willingness to attend external training courses as part of personal development
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and specifications
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Experience in a quality, production, or manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with root cause analysis and process improvement
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or equivalent quality standards

Citizens Advice Manchester is a charity which provides free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities. We employ over 220 people and are one of the largest and most diversely funded Local Citizens Advice within the network. We are modern, innovative and progressive aiming to provide the advice people need for the problems they face and to improve the policies and practices that affect people's lives.

We have an exciting vacancy on our Energy Advice Service and are seeking to recruit a part-time Energy Champion. In this role you will directly engage with our partners to raise awareness of the service and the outcomes that it achieves for our clients. You'll also create a community of energy awareness by liaising with community groups on a one to one basis to deliver energy awareness sessions to increase knowledge of energy efficiency measures and the dangers of carbon monoxide. You'll also be required to attend events in the community to engage people in conversation around energy.

We're looking for a candidate who is highly experienced in delivering training sessions and/or presentations to large groups which will comprise a variety of demographics who has excellent communication skills and is comfortable interacting with groups of people with a wide range of vulnerabilities. As this is a community based role, with travel required around Greater Manchester on a regular basis, it would be an advantage for the applicant to have a driving license/access to a vehicle (expenses will be paid).

We can offer you a supportive culture within a charity setting committed to social justice. Because our people always go the extra mile to help our clients, we reward them with an attractive remuneration package with excellent terms and conditions (see job pack for full info).

About the role

At Northampton Children's Trust we have many reasons to be proud of our existing services for children, young people, and their families. At the heart of the Trust is a passionate workforce who are committed to supporting children and young people to feel safe, healthy, happy, and ready to learn and achieve.

We have a fantastic opportunity for you to support and engage our young people, we are offering a fixed term apprenticeships for 2 years, which will give you further qualifications to enter youth work posts. Your base will be at Russell House in Northampton, and you will be located within the Leaving Care Team.

What will you be doing?

The Leaving Care Team want to recruit a person who has experience of the care system to support our service. Within this role you will support with our social media platforms, events, create and run groups and be a part of practice change through talking to Care Experienced young people to develop the service. You will keep electronic records up to date and attend multi-agency meetings. You will need to be IT literate and have or working towards your English and Maths level 2.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

About you

We would love to see applications from the people who have experienced the leaving care service and guarantee an interview for all Care Experienced young people.

If you have a care experience and are passionate about improving outcomes for care experienced young people, this could be the role for you. If you want to know more call Ross Watts on

When applying please ensure your supporting statement covers how you fulfil the essential criteria set out in the person specification as this will be used for shortlisting. You will need to provide a full employment history including any gaps since leaving full time education

About us

At Northamptonshire Children's Trust, children, young people and families are at the heart of all we do – in every decision we make and every action we take. Our mission is driven by the unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for them. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils.

Our workforce are our most valuable asset and are pivotal to making the services and support we offer to children, young people and families who need us to be the absolute best we can be.

We value our colleagues and empower them to be able to do the best job of their lives every single day, working in a culture of support and kindness where achievements are celebrated and creativity is very much welcomed.

At NCT equality, diversity and inclusion are part of us and in everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and thrive in our organisation. We are a disability confident employer and have a commitment to care leavers who we guarantee an interview if they meet the essential criteria.

Join our dedicated team and be a part of an organisation where your work makes a real difference.

Our benefits

We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.

We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:

• 28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health pension protection.
• Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits
• A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions
• Extensive Learning & Development and career development opportunities
• Subsidised town centre car parking scheme