Children's and Youth Ministry Intern Canterbury and across the Diocese Up to £12,239 pa (Living Wage Foundation rate) plus excellent benefits Part-time (17.5 hours a week) for 11 months (1 September 2026- 31 July 2027) Are you passionate about working with children and young people, exploring your faith, and discovering how your gifts can contribute to ministry? The Diocese of Canterbury is seeking a Children's and Youth Ministry Intern to join our Education/CYP Team and gain hands-on experience in ministry across a variety of churches. As our Intern, you'll support, plan, and lead activities for children and young people, help organise events and trips, and contribute to projects that make a real difference. You'll also take part in Catalyst, a dynamic training programme delivered by Ridley Hall, equipping you with practical skills and theological understanding for ministry. This is a unique opportunity to grow in leadership, creativity, and confidence while serving...

We are exclusively recruiting for an experienced and highly organised Finance Manager to lead our client's Accounts team and ensure robust financial management and control across the business. This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for overseeing day-to-day financial operations while contributing strategically to the company's long-term objectives. We've recruited for this company for 16+ years and really enjoy recruiting for the Finance Director. The company has over a £100m turnover, they're very successful and expanding. As part of your role, you will manage a team of four (1 Supervisor and 3 Accounts staff) and work closely with Directors and Managers to ensure financial commitments are met, risks are controlled, and reporting is accurate and timely. Please find all the details below: Job title: Finance Manager Location: Ashford, Kent. This role is office based, but flexibility is available to attend appointments etc Hours: Monday-Friday,...

ACORN GROUP Innovation in Children's Services Deputy Manager Children's Home Location: Canterbury Kent Salary : £38,000 £42,000 per annum (potentially including 1 2 sleep shifts per week) Lead, Develop and Make a Lasting Difference Are you an experienced Deputy Manager, Team Leader or Senior Residential Support Worker looking for your next challenge? Do you have the passion, resilience and leadership skills to help shape positive futures for children and young people? Acorn Homes is seeking a dedicated and motivated Deputy Manager to join our Children's Home This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role within a well-established and growing organisation, supporting the Registered Manager in delivering outstanding care and ensuring children and young people receive the highest standards of support. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and help lead a passionate team committed to achieving positive outcomes, we would...

ACORN GROUP Innovation in Children's Services (we are part of the Acorn Group, direct application not agencey) Residential Support Worker Children's Home Location: Canterbury Kent Salary: £31,720 per annum (including 1 2 sleep shifts per week) Make a Difference Every Day Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential? Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact a young person's life? Acorn Homes is seeking dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Workers to join our Children's Home Whether you are already working within Children's Residential Care, supported accommodation, education, youth work or looking to transfer your skills from another caring profession, we would love to hear from you. This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of children and young people by providing high-quality care, support and guidance...

ACORN GROUP Innovation in Children's Services Residential Support Worker Children's Home Location: Herne Bay Area Salary: £31,720 per annum (including 1 2 sleep shifts per week) Make a Difference Every Day Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential? Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact a young person's life? Acorn Homes is seeking dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Workers to join our Children's Home Whether you are already working within Children's Residential Care, supported accommodation, education, youth work or looking to transfer your skills from another caring profession, we would love to hear from you. This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of children and young people by providing high-quality care, support and guidance within a safe, nurturing and structured environment. If you are resilient,...

ACORN GROUP Innovation in Children's Services Deputy Manager Children's Home Location: Braodstairs Salary: £38,000 £42,000 per annum (potentially including 1 2 sleep shifts per week) Lead, Develop and Make a Lasting Difference Are you an experienced Deputy Manager, Team Leader or Senior Residential Support Worker looking for your next challenge? Do you have the passion, resilience and leadership skills to help shape positive futures for children and young people? Acorn Homes is seeking a dedicated and motivated Deputy Manager to join our Children's Home This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role within a well-established and growing organisation, supporting the Registered Manager in delivering outstanding care and ensuring children and young people receive the highest standards of support. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and help lead a passionate team committed to achieving positive outcomes, we would love to hear...

ACORN GROUP Innovation in Children's Services Residential Support Worker Children's Home Location: Sturry Salary: £31,720 per annum (including 1 2 sleep shifts per week) Make a Difference Every Day Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential? Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact a young person's life? Acorn Homes is seeking dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Workers to join our Children's Home Whether you are already working within Children's Residential Care, supported accommodation, education, youth work or looking to transfer your skills from another caring profession, we would love to hear from you. This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of children and young people by providing high-quality care, support and guidance within a safe, nurturing and structured environment. If you are resilient, caring...

ACORN GROUP Innovation in Children's Services Residential Support Worker Children's Home Location: Westgate On Sea Salary: £31,720 per annum (including 1 2 sleep shifts per week) Make a Difference Every Day Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential? Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact a young person's life? Acorn Homes is seeking dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Workers to join our Children's Home Whether you are already working within Children's Residential Care, supported accommodation, education, youth work or looking to transfer your skills from another caring profession, we would love to hear from you. This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of children and young people by providing high-quality care, support and guidance within a safe, nurturing and structured environment. If you are resilient,...

We are exclusively recruiting for an experienced and highly organised Finance Manager to lead our client's Accounts team and ensure robust financial management and control across the business. This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for overseeing day-to-day financial operations while contributing strategically to the company's long-term objectives. We've recruited for this company for 16+ years and really enjoy recruiting for the Finance Director. The company has over a 100m turnover, they're very successful and expanding. As part of your role, you will manage a team of four (1 Supervisor and 3 Accounts staff) and work closely with Directors and Managers to ensure financial commitments are met, risks are controlled, and reporting is accurate and timely. Please find all the details below: Job title: Finance Manager Location: Ashford, Kent. This role is office based, but flexibility is available to attend appointments etc Hours:...

Summary: A reliable supply of wholesome water is crucial for our communities. As a Production Manager, you will step into a key leadership role within our operational management team, leading a dedicated group of process technicians to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant water treatment and production processes at our key operational sites. If you are a methodical, safety-conscious leader who thrives on problem-solving, continuous improvement, and shaping operational strategy, we want to hear from you. The Role: What You'll Do Your focus will be on site reliability, performance, compliance, quality, and resource control. You will use your organisational skills to help your team perform at their best while remaining adaptable to handle operational challenges effectively. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership & Development : Manage daily production activity and nurture your team by reviewing processes, training, and knowledge transfer. Operational Excellence:...

We are seeking an experienced Registered Care Manager to lead a high-quality domiciliary care service, ensuring safe, compliant and person-centred care delivery while driving continuous improvement and service growth. This is a key leadership position with responsibility for operational performance, regulatory compliance, staff development, and overall service quality. The role involves a peripatetic element, requiring travel within the local area for service reviews, staff supervision, audits, and client engagement. A full UK driving licence is essential. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Service Delivery Provide strong, visible leadership to ensure a safe, effective and well-led care service Oversee day-to-day service delivery, ensuring person-centred care standards are consistently met Support, develop and motivate staff through supervision, appraisal, and performance management Promote a culture of accountability, openness, learning and continuous improvement...

We are currently recruiting an Enhanced Technician / Senior Operator / Assistant Shift Team Leader /SAP to join the operations department of a large Energy from Waste plant in Kent. The Enhanced Technician will need an adaptable approach and will be responsible for supervising the shift teams ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the plant. The Enhanced Technician will be required, on occasions, to step up to the full Shift Manager role to cover for periods of sickness and holidays. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Enhanced Technician role Reporting to the Operations Manager you will be responsible for: The day-to-day support of the Shift Team, including supervision of Shift Technicians who will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of turbines, boilers, pumps and water treatment plant. Acting as the site Senior...

We are working with a well-established supply chain specialist to recruit a Permanent Customs Team Leader to work Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm in the Dover area. In this role, you will lead a small customs team and manage the road freight including overseeing import/export and end-to-end customs operations. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension, healthcare cash plan and on-site parking. The Role: Leading/supporting the customs team to ensure consistent performance and compliance, allocating workloads and conducting performance reviews. Oversee accurate import/export declarations and act as the point of escalation for complex or high-risk entries, liaising with customs authorities to ensure smooth and timely resolutions. Ensure full compliance with HMRC and regulatory bodies, staying up to date with changes to customs legislation/tariffs, and implement internal SOPs and best practices. Monitor daily customs operations to ensure accuracy and adhere to KPIs,...

Join Our Clients Team as a Store Manager! Are you ready to take the lead in a vibrant retail environment? Our client, is looking for an enthusiastic Store Manager to join their team! This is an exciting opportunity to work with a brand renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and innovative spirit. What You'll Do: As the Store Manager, you'll be at the heart of our operations, overseeing everything from stock management to team development. Your main responsibilities will include: Stock Management: Take charge of stock, deliveries, and pricing while controlling stock markdowns. Team Leadership: Motivate and manage Sales Advisors to achieve sales and profit targets. Customer Experience: Plan and implement shop merchandising to maximize sales and enhance customer satisfaction. Financial Oversight: Manage cash and payment systems in line with company policies, ensuring profitability through cost control. Staff Development: Recruit, train, and develop your...

Role: Production Team Leader Location: Dartford Salary: 31,000 - 34,000 - Depending on Experience About the Role Proactive are currently in search of an experienced Production Team leader for a market leading electronics manufacturing company based in Dartford. As a Production Team Leader you will be required to lead and manage the team within the business to ensure that products are produced in the most efficient manner, at the right quality levels to ensure a high level of performance is maintained in the business. Key Duties & Responsibilities Work to ensure people and resources are applied in an efficient and effective manner to meet delivery requirements while achieving quality and safety standards Ensure that team members follow defined manufacturing procedures and comply with quality requirements Ensure full adherence to good housekeeping standards are always met. Ensure equipment is within calibration date and all systems are functioning correctly...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy company in the UK to recruit an Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician to join its CCGT site in Rochester, Kent. The EC&I Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to 50,000 + 2,100 SE allowance and very competitive benefit package including 20% bonus, medical insurance and 10% pension contributions. If you are a HNC qualified Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician with heavy industrial experience and a Controls and Instrumentation bias, please submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the EC&I Technician role Reporting to the EC&I Team Leader you will: Carry out planned and reactive maintenance activities on electrical, control and instrumentation systems across the plant. Support the safe and reliable operation of the station through effective fault finding, diagnostics, and maintenance activities. Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety,...

Astute People are currently recruiting an Electrical Engineer to join the maintenance department of a large Energy from Waste plant in Kent. This plant can produce up to 45MW of Power by processing up to 550,000 tonnes of waste per year, usually destined for landfill. The Electrical Engineer will play an integral part in ensuring the plants electrical systems are maintained and in working order to ensure maximum plant availability. If you have the right qualifications and experience, please apply. Responsibilities and duties: As the Electrical Engineer you will be responsible for: Managing electrical and engineering projects from concept through to installation, commissioning and handover Taking responsibility for the site electrical distribution network, including HV supplies and switchgear Ensuring statutory electrical testing and inspections are completed in line with the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and best practice Supporting the development and use of the...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy company in the UK to recruit an Operations Technician to join its CCGT site in Rochester, Kent. The Operations Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to £49,000 basic salary, £12,000 Shift Allowance and £2,100 SE allowance and very competitive benefit package including 20% bonus, medical insurance and 10% pension contributions. If you are an experienced DCS Operator on process plant who holds a HNC, or would be willing to work towards one, please submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Technician role Reporting to the Production Team Leader you will: Operate and monitor the CCGT plant to ensure safe, efficient and reliable generation performance. Support the Production Team Leader with all production and operational activities across the site. Analyse plant performance data and diagnose operational issues to maximise plant availability. Start, stop and...