Role Overview: Join Busy Bees Bedford – Nursery Manager - Up to £44,000.00   Are you an inspiring early years leader ready to guide a passionate team and create exceptional learning experiences? Busy Bees Bedford  is looking for a motivated Nursery Manager to join them in giving our children the best start in life.   Fantastic Busy Bees Benefits We offer a generous, industry-leading benefits package, including:     Up to 25% annual salary bonus Up to 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Your birthday off – our treat! Significant childcare discount Continuous training and development to help you grow your career Access to the Hive Benefits & Wellbeing Hub with huge retail discounts Enhanced family leave and a return-to-work bonus Menopause support via Peppy Salary Finance for financial wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme with Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon...

Forklift Driver / Warehouse Operative Required (Counterbalance & Reach Truck licenses required) Job Type: Permanent, Fulltime - 37.5 Hours Per Week Hours: Monday to Friday, Rotating shifts 6am - 2pm & 2pm - 10pm Are you ready to join a dynamic and supportive team? Our client, a leading manufacturing business is looking for a Warehouse Operative to contribute to their continued success. As a Warehouse Operative, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the warehouse. Key Responsibilities: Pick and dispatch orders to customers to a high-quality standard. Check incoming components for quantity and integrity, storing them correctly. Operate within Health & Safety regulations at all times. Be flexible to work at offsite storage locations when required. Handle a variety of tasks both inside and outside, in all weather conditions. Requirements: Accredited Counterbalance Forklift Truck and Reach Truck licences. Experience in a...

Ashley Kate HR are excited to be partnering with our well established manufacturing and distribution client in Bedford, as they recruit for a HR Manager to join them. Our client are a small business, with a global presence and and a real passion for their products, sustainability and the environment. The HR Manager will be responsible for the overall HR function for the business. You will manage a generalist remit, Review and develop policies & processes, report on HR metrics and attend meetings with the senior leadership team, manage appraisals, coach and advise management on process, recruitment & onboarding, and Employee relations. We seek a candidate who is passionate about Learning & development to develop training within the business, in particular focusing on leadership development. You will have experience in embedding a positive working culture with a passion for engagement, who can instill the companies strong people values. HR Manager - About you...

Are you a talented and experienced Deputy Manager looking for a new role? We have an excellent opportunity for a dedicated individual to join a lovely nursery in Bedord, Northamptonshire Person Specification: NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent Experience of motivating teams and developing practice Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable) Paediatric First Aid (Desirable) Some of the responsibilities of the Deputy Manager will include: Working closely with the Nursey Manager and providing cover for this role as required Leading by example and ensuring staff are caring for the all-round daily needs of the children to enhance their physical, intellectual,social and emotional development Ensuring staff effectively implement Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum in daily practice Ensuring children are offered age appropriate activities and al staff maintain their children s learning journals Manage staff supervisions, meetings and training...

Staff Match are recruiting an inspirational Room Leader to join a beautiful nursery in Bedford, Bedfordshire. The ideal candidate must have excellent team building, communication and organisational skills. Person Specification: NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent Good working knowledge of EYFS curriculum and planning Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable) Paediatric First Aid (Desirable) Some of the Room Leader responsibilities will include: Leading by example and directing room staff and apprentices, ensuring correct adult/child ratios are maintained. To carry out daily risk assessments and ensure children are cared for in a safe stimulating environment. Key worker responsibilities and ensuring each individual child learning and development needs are met. Building positive relationships with families and careers. To attend monthly staff meetings, nursery open days, training as required. To work 40 hours per week. Working with EYFS...

Machine Operators Required Bedford (Rotating Shifts) - Start ASAP Daily duties Operation of production machinery safety and efficiently Inspect production for quality on assigned machines according to the Product Specification Sheets (PSS) and ensures parts meet specifications. Communicate with previous and following shift personnel to alert for quality and production related issues. Works with the manufacturing and quality personnel of the team to identify suspected defects and works with the team to identify root causes and corrective actions. Maintains standards of cleanliness of the production area and general work area supporting a 5's environment. Supports team-oriented activities and demonstrates collaborative team interaction. Required Skills Previous experience operating industrial machinery, Highly self-motivated to learn and perform. Works with minimum supervision Good standard of English, both written and verbal Skills necessary to operate as a team...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start your career in early childhood education? As an Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) at Busy Bees, you’ll gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment while helping children grow and develop. This role is perfect for anyone eager to learn and grow in their professional journey, with ongoing support and training to help you succeed in the early years sector. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Teacher, you’ll play a key role in developing educational content, mentoring team members, and promoting excellence across our centres. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership...

Job Title: Legionella Risk Assessor Location: London, Oxford, Luton, Bedford and Cambridge (Regional / Local allocation) Rate: Open to discussion / Market Competitive (Dependent on experience) IR35 Determination: Outside IR35 Contract Length: Ongoing contract The Role: Are you a qualified Legionella Risk Assessor looking for a new opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join us for an ongoing contract supporting an extensive portfolio across London, Oxford, Luton, and Cambridge. This role offers excellent stability by focusing strictly on high-volume, local work within your designated region. This completely eliminates the need for long-distance national travel, ensuring your daily workload keeps you close to home. Your daily responsibilities will primarily involve conducting comprehensive water hygiene and compliance risk assessments, accurately documenting findings, and producing high-quality compliance reports to meet project milestones. About...

Electronic Assemblers/Solderers Required Bedford Key Responsibilities: PCB assembly and soldering Wiring and soldering of cables and looms General electrical and mechanical assembly Use a variety tools safely and effectively. Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet specifications. Collaborate with team members to meet production targets. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols. Qualifications and Experience: Previous wiring and soldering experience Willingness to learn and follow instructions. Previous experience in a similar role is beneficial but not essential. Additional Info: Working hours: 8.00am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday Start date: ASAP Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Our Business Selwood is the UK s leading pump rental solutions company and part of the Workdry International Group, delivering reliable, tailored pumping solutions to the Water, Environmental and Construction sectors for over 70 years. Our success is built on the strength of our people. Across our nationwide network of branches, we work together with honesty, respect and teamwork sharing ideas, supporting one another and always striving to improve. Safety is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring our people and the communities we work in get home safe every day, while our work helps protect vital resources for future generations. It s an exciting time to join Selwood as we continue to grow. We re committed to investing in our people developing the skills, knowledge and career opportunities that help our teams succeed and build long-term careers with us. About the Role We are looking for a Mobile Fitter to join the fantastic team at our Bedford branch. This role...

Production Operators Required Bedford (Rotating Shifts) - Start ASAP Daily duties Operation of production machinery safety and efficiently Inspect production for quality on assigned machines according to the Product Specification Sheets (PSS) and ensures parts meet specifications. Communicate with previous and following shift personnel to alert for quality and production related issues. Works with the manufacturing and quality personnel of the team to identify suspected defects and works with the team to identify root causes and corrective actions. Maintains standards of cleanliness of the production area and general work area supporting a 5's environment. Supports team-oriented activities and demonstrates collaborative team interaction. Required Skills Previous experience operating industrial machinery, Highly self-motivated to learn and perform. Works with minimum supervision Good standard of English, both written and verbal Skills necessary to operate as a team...

Night Shift Train Cleaner Bedford Train Depot £14.80 per hour, plus enhanced overtime rates. 6-month contract with potential to go permanent Step into a hands-on role where your effort is valued, your work is seen, and your career can grow! The Role and About You: This is your opportunity to play a key role in keeping the railway moving by joining us as a Night Shift Train Cleaner at Bedford Depot. In this role, you will ensure trains are spotless, safe, and ready to welcome thousands of passengers each morning. Working nights from midnight until 7:00 am, Monday to Friday, you will be part of a dedicated team that transforms trains overnight. Weekend overtime shifts may also be available (20:00pm 04:00am or 22:00pm 06:00am). Every shift delivers visible results, with your work making a direct impact on passenger comfort and safety. This is a practical, hands-on role where you will carry out the meticulous hand-bashing process, using brushes, mops, and specialist cleaning...

Field Maintenance HVAC Engineer Cambridge, UK (Regional Cover) 41,000 - 44,000 + on-call + company vehicle Full-time Permanent Join a Leading FM Provider Supporting Major Retail Sites This is a great opportunity for an experienced HVAC Engineer to join a well-established facilities management business supporting large retail environments across the Cambridge region. With strong contracts in place and continued growth, this role offers a stable workload, structured support, and a good balance of independence and team backing . You'll be working in a mobile role, primarily focused on service and repair, with minimal installation work, giving you variety without being pulled into heavy project installs. Why This Role? 41,000 - 44,000 salary Company vehicle provided (no live monitoring or audio) Paid on-call rota with retainer + enhanced rates Structured regional cover (one engineer per patch) Strong, long-term retail contracts Predominantly service &...

Recovery Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Recovery Worker Location: Bedfordshire. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access. Salary: 26,200 Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday 08.00 - 16.00 or 14.00 - 22.00. You may be required to work outside these hours as per service and resident requirements, including bank holidays as required on the rota. About the Role We are seeking a dedicated, patient, and compassionate Recovery Worker to join our team in Bedford. The service provides an 11-bed short stay, trauma informed alternative to hospital admission and facilities, part of a wider integrated initiative for urgent and emergency care. You will support our residents who are at risk of admission but can be supported outside of mental health hospital settings, by providing...

Customer Sales Representative Required Bedford The position will see you responsible for inquiries (order status, stock availability, pricing, company policies, returns authorization processing, requests for documentation, etc). This is an office based role and ideal applicants will come with experience of working within a customer service based role and should enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Daily activities include: Reviewing, entering and managing customer orders including handling customer calls and emails, routing appropriately. Responsible for inquiries (order status, stock availability, pricing, company policies, returns authorization processing, requests for documentation, etc.); investigating production scheduling, shipping and invoicing issues and assists in resolution where possible. Converting customer POs into the system quickly and efficiently. Reviews, enters and books orders according to order entry policies and procedures;...

Job Title: Graduate / Assistant Planner Location: Flexible, Sheffield or Bedford (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Benefits The Opportunity A leading, employee-owned multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Graduate or Assistant Planner to join its growing Research & Analysis team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop their expertise in planning, socio-economic research, and data analysis while working on high-profile projects across the UK. You'll be joining a well-established planning-led practice that delivers tailored advice across the development sector, working collaboratively with specialists in planning, urban design, infrastructure, sustainability, and environmental services. The Role This role sits within a specialist Research & Analysis team supporting a wide range of planning projects across both private and public sectors. Key responsibilities include: Supporting planning applications, appeals, and local...

Technician - Rolling Stock (Trains) Location: Bedford Contract Duration: 6 Months' Minimum Shifts: 12 hour days / nights (Apply online only), (Apply online only) Pay Rates: 26.56 for the first 12 weeks (Umbrella), then increasing to 27.99 per hour (Umbrella) or 21.32 per hour PAYE Your Responsibilties: Working as part of the Engineering team, this challenging role involves mechanical production duties - gearboxes, mod repairs and Production of rolling stock assets. Supporting with the completion of repairs, modifications, commission within a well-equipped rolling stock depot With minimal supervision undertake Modification of the allocated rolling stock to meet the requirements of the modification and production plan. Undertake any other duties as and when required within the scope of the modification and production work Working underneath the specified engineering instructions and drawings, following the methods and tooling specified within them....

Rolling Stock Maintenance Technician Bedford Contract Role Shift-Based (Days & Nights) PAYE Pay Rate: 21.32 per hour + accrued leave Overtime x1.5 Rullion are working with a leading organisation in the rail sector to recruit Skilled Maintenance Technicians for a key maintenance depot in Bedford. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team supporting critical fleet operations and passenger services. Whether you already have rail experience or are looking to transition into the rolling stock maintenance industry, this role offers hands-on technical work, training, and the chance to develop your skills in a new and growing sector. The Opportunity You'll be part of a dedicated maintenance team responsible for ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of passenger trains through planned maintenance and reactive fault finding. Key Responsibilities Carry out maintenance and repair activities in line with production requirements Perform advanced...