2,189 Leader jobs in the United Kingdom

Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

At Gallagher, we’re looking for a Team Leader to join our Leisure Consumer Team based in Gloucester

Are you organised, ambitious and keen to set the example for others?

You will provide leadership and support for a Team of 8 experienced Customer Specialists and will be the main escalation point.

• To work alongside and support the Sales and Service Manager whilst managing the process and performance of a team of 8
• Deliver a high quality service to our clients at all times.
• Champion compliance and adhere to internal and external regulations.
• Provide oversight and technical support to Gallagher colleagues. Seek, to improve business knowledge, capability and enhance your personal development along the way!
• Act as the main escalation point for the team and support on how to resolve any issues to a satisfactory conclusion.
• Manage and stay on top of the teams workloads and allocate accordingly to make sure standards are maintained.
• Carry out regular 1-2-1s with the Team and annual performance reviews and appraisals.
• Champion data integrity and make sure all details entered into our broking platforms by the team is accurate.

• Team Leader experience would be preferable. We are open to considering Senior Handlers looking to step up into a Team Leader role.
• Holding or working towards one of the Chartered Insurance Institute Qualifications, Cert CII, Dip CII or ACII would be an advantage. Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent, with an intermediate knowledge of the Personal Lines insurance industry.
• Previous experience in the insurance industry, as is having worked to targets within a regulated, measurable framework and achieved SLAs.
• Risk aware in handling client information, 100% client centric, focussed on the best possible outcome for our clients at all times.
• Due diligence and process driven to deadlines, task focused, results oriented and takes initiative when assisting team members!
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, confident when building and maintaining rapport, strong planning and analytical skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS office.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
• Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
• Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
• Health cash plan or Private medical insurance

Other benefits include:

• Three fully paid volunteering days per year
• Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount
• Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan
• Critical illness cover
• Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally
• Season ticket loan
• Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase
• Emergency back-up family care
• And many more…

We value inclusion and diversity

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long-term health conditions or disabilities.

We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don’t worry, we’re here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know.

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Our employing entity, Arthur J. Gallagher Services (UK) Limited, is proud to be accredited as a Living Wage employer with the Living Wage Foundation. We are committed to diversity and opportunity for all and are opposed to any form of less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender or gender identity, marital status, civil partnership status, parental status, race, ethnicity, colour, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion/ belief, age and those with caring responsibilities.

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• Leading and managing a team within your designated room
• Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework
• Monitoring children’s progress and ensuring individual needs are met
• Building strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Ensuring the room meets all health, safety, and safeguarding requirements
• Acting as a role model and mentor to junior staff, supporting their development

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Toddler Room Leader to join a well-established nursery committed to providing exceptional childcare and education creating a nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality environment for children.

As a Room Leader , you will be leading the toddler room team to ensure the highest standards of care, learning, and safeguarding.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £30,000 - £31,000 and benefits.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Providing professional leadership and guidance to playroom-based staff.
li>Ensuring a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children.
• Overseeing planning and assessment in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Supporting best practice in areas such as inclusion and special educational needs.
• Supervising, mentoring, and developing staff to maintain high-quality standards.
• Maintaining positive relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies.
• Upholding health and safety practices across the setting.
• Contributing to staff appraisals, training needs, and professional development.

What We Are Looking For

• Previously worked as a Room Leader, Third in Charge, Senior Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse or in a similar role.
li>Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Ideally have 1year of experience in Childcare or nursery environment.
• Paediatric First Aid certification.
• Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and child protection procedures.
• Ability to support children with SEND and work in partnership with parents.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Room Leader to take the next step in your early years career.

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Working with preschool aged children we are recruiting for an experienced level 3 Room leader to join a lovely nursery in based in Orpington, Kent.

Person Specification:
NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification
Experience of working in a childcare setting and supporting children’s development
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable)
Paediatric First Aid (Desirable)

Some of the Room leader responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and directing staff in the room to deliver high standards of care and education.
• Observing children and managing their learning and development records
• Compliance with EYFS and planning exciting age appropriate activities both indoors and outdoors
• Key worker responsibilities to recording children’s development
• Working in partnership with parents and key interfacing groups
• Working to nursery policy and procedures in relation to Safeguarding, Health & Safety
• Attending parent’s evenings and supporting open days
• Attending staff meetings and training as required
• Working 40 hours per week

Benefits: Excellent benefits in include training, uniform, and further career progression.

Due to the nature of this job, candidates will be subject to UK eligibility checks together with Enhance Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks

For immediate interview please email Staff Match your up to date CV or call (phone number removed)

In this role, you will be responsible for leading and supporting a dynamic team to ensure smooth warehouse operations. You will work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where innovation is encouraged, and your leadership will play a key role in achieving operational excellence.

Client Details

The employer is a growing organisation within the business services industry, focused on providing tailored solutions to their clients. They are known for their commitment to operational excellence and fostering a supportive workplace for their employees.

Description

* Lead, Mentor, and Motivate: Inspire team members to achieve performance goals and meet deadlines by setting clear expectations and leading by example.

* Performance Monitoring: Track team performance, providing regular feedback, coaching, and support to help employees reach their full potential.

* Task Coordination: Assign and delegate tasks effectively, ensuring team members' strengths align with operational needs.

* Team Development: Train and onboard new team members, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities.

* Communication: Promote open and effective communication within the team and with other departments to ensure smooth workflow.

* Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve workplace conflicts to maintain a positive and productive environment.

* Team Meetings: Conduct regular team meetings to review progress, discuss challenges, and identify improvement opportunities.

* Attendance Management: Oversee attendance, conduct return-to-work interviews, and support employee well-being.

* Warehouse Processes: Have a full understanding of all warehouse operations and be capable of training others in best practices.

* Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Ensure all team members adhere to SOPs to maintain efficiency and consistency.

* Health and Safety Compliance: Promote and enforce safety standards, ensuring compliance with health and safety policies.

* Housekeeping: Maintain high housekeeping standards for a safe and organized workspace.

* Stock Integrity: Ensure stock control processes are followed to maintain inventory accuracy.

* Operational Waste Management: Identify and implement improvements to minimize operational waste.

* Security: Ensure the warehouse is securely opened and closed and manage security procedures during out-of-office hours.

Profile

A successful Team Leader should have:

* Proven experience in leading and managing teams in a warehouse environment.

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

* Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

* Ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve operational goals.

* Problem-solving skills with the ability to make effective decisions under pressure.

* E-commerce experience is preferred but not required.

Job Offer

* A competitive salary between 30,500 to 33,000 per annum.

* Proven experience in leading and managing teams in a warehouse environment.

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

* Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

* Ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve operational goals.

* Problem-solving skills with the ability to make effective decisions under pressure.

* E-commerce experience is preferred but not required.

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge as a Team Leader in the logistics department, we encourage you to apply today!

Electrical or Mechanical Shift Leader

 Location:  City of London
 Salary:  £60,000 per annum + Overtime + HV Course + KPI Based Bonuses
 Shift Pattern:  Continental Shift (Days & Nights)
 Type:  Permanent, Full-Time

Lead the engineering operations at one of London’s most iconic landmark buildings.
We’re working with a top-tier facilities management provider to recruit an experienced Electrical or Mechanical Shift Leader for a prestigious static site in the heart of the City. This is a standout opportunity to take full ownership of a high-profile contract, supported by just one Shift Technician while on rota.

The Role:

As Shift Leader, you’ll be responsible for:

• Overseeing all M&E operations during your shift
li>Supervising and mentoring one Shift Technician
• Managing PPMs, reactive maintenance, and fault-finding across building systems
• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety and site procedures
• Acting as the key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
• Taking ownership of critical systems and escalation protocols

HVAP Training Opportunity:

• Candidates must have the electrical competency and technical background  to be considered for High Voltage Authorised Person (HVAP)  training

What You’ll Need:

< i>Recognised Electrical or Mechanical qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds)
• Strong background in building services within commercial or critical environments
• Previous experience in a supervisory or lead engineer role
• Excellent understanding of electrical systems and safety protocols
• Confident leadership and decision-making skills

What’s On Offer:

< i>£60,000 per annum + overtime + benefits li>HVAP training and long-term development support
• Career progression within a respected FM provider
• The chance to lead operations at a well-known London landmark  with cutting-edge plant and systems

If you're ready to step into a role where you can lead from the front and make your mark on a flagship contract, apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.

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Location: Pulborough, West Sussex
Hours: Full-Time (Shift pattern: 7:30am-4:00pm or 9:30am-6:00pm)
Pay: per hour (depending on experience & qualifications)
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a passionate early years professional ready to take the next step in your childcare career? A welcoming nursery in Pulborough is looking for a room leader to join their team and lead a vibrant and nurturing environment for young children.

About the role:

• Lead and inspire a team within your designated room, ensuring high standards of care and education
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Monitor and support children's development, keeping accurate records and reports
• Ensure a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children

What we're looking for:

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare
• Previous experience in a nursery setting, ideally in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding practices
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills
• A nurturing, enthusiastic, and proactive approach

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly rate:
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Consistent full-time hours with a set shift pattern

Apply now or get in touch to find out more about this exciting opportunity in Pulborough.

We are looking for a passionate Team Leader who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

As a Team Leader you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.

The successful candidate must have;

- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

- A Full UK Driving Licence

- Experience working with Young People with Autism, Learning Difficulties and Complex Needs

- Good written and verbal communication skills

If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:

-Excellent rates of pay

- Flexible working hours

- Paid holiday

- Ongoing career progression

The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.

SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants

ABOUT US

At Smart 11+ Tuition, nurturing children and encouraging their love of learning is at the heart of what we do. We will help children build their confidence and develop their skills, fully preparing them for their individual academic success, whilst helping their parents/guardians to navigate the 11+ world.

Our tuition provision is structured around quality teaching and nurturing children, rather than constant testing and pressure. We support parents to understand the complexities of the 11+ process and provide transparent and honest feedback. We strive to build good relationships with our pupils and parents and provide them with exceptional customer service.

1. Lead the tutor team to deliver an exceptional educational experience for our pupils.

2. Oversee the tuition centre, ensuring effective logistics, time keeping and adherence to safeguarding and all policies.

3. Deliver 11+ tuition services in accordance with the lesson plan and scheme of learning provided by the Company.

4. Mark books in accordance with Company marking policy.

5. Be available to respond to Parent and Student queries at the beginning and end of each lesson.

6. Create a warm welcome for all staff, pupils, and parents in the centre.

7. Meet and greet all existing parents and children at start and end times of sessions.

8. Demonstrate our provision by showing prospective pupils and parents around the tuition centre.

9. Conduct initial assessments for prospective pupils, providing honest analysis and supportive feedback to their parents.

10. Providing exceptional customer service, building strong relationships with parents.

11. Manage parents’ expectations and point them in the right direction for any assistance they require.

12. Offer ongoing support to the customer base, managing expectations and assisting with queries.

13. Complete administrative duties including but not limited to customer onboarding, ongoing member support.

14. Assist with project development including but not limited to creation of additional provision, resources, marketing, and member experience.

1. Minimum 1 years education experience.

2. Exceptional customer service experience skills.

3. Excellent education knowledge or willingness to learn.

4. Ability to build trusting professional relationships with customers and colleagues.

5. Ability to work well as part of a team.

6. Effective communication skills with an empathetic approach.

7. Exceptional organisational skills with outstanding attention to detail.

8. Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office including Teams.

9. Enhanced DBS clearance or willing to apply.

10. It is essential that you hold a full UK Driver’s License and have the Right to Work in the UK.