Portfolio Manager (Corporate Functions) Location: Darlington/Hybrid (2-3 days per week in the office) Salary: £89,600 - £110,000 + Bonus & Benefits A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Portfolio Manager, Programme Manager or Change Leader to oversee a complex portfolio of strategic change across corporate functions within a highly regulated financial services environment. This role will partner with senior business leaders across functions such as HR, Finance and Technology, ensuring investment is prioritised effectively, delivery capacity is optimised, and strategic objectives are achieved. Key Responsibilities Shape, govern and optimise a portfolio of change initiatives across corporate functions. Drive portfolio prioritisation, investment planning and governance activities. Oversee portfolio performance, risks, dependencies and delivery confidence. Partner with senior stakeholders to ensure change programmes align with business strategy....

Project Management Practice Lead Location: Darlington/Hybrid (2-3 days per week in the office) Salary: Competitive + Benefits A senior leadership opportunity for an experienced Project Management professional to lead and develop a large delivery capability within a complex financial services environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead, develop and continuously improve the Project Management function. Manage a team of c.10 permanent Project Managers alongside a similar contractor population. Oversee resource deployment, capability planning and team growth. Identify delivery gaps and drive improvements across the function. Take accountability for successful project delivery across a broad portfolio. Partner closely with Portfolio Managers and senior stakeholders to align project delivery with business priorities. Coach, mentor and develop Project Management leaders and teams. About You: Proven experience leading large Project Management teams....

Berry Recruitment Darlington are currently seeking to register a number of agency cleaners and kitchen assistants to support temporary roles within schools across the Darlington Area. These are flexible, temporary positions offered on an as-required basis, ideal for candidates looking to top up existing hours or seeking part-time work that fits around other commitments. Working hours: Shifts are typically between: 9:30am - 1:30pm 3:00pm - 5:30pm Monday to Friday Key Duties: Cleaning responsibilities: Vacuuming and mopping floors Cleaning toilets and washroom areas Tidying classrooms and staff rooms Emptying bins Dusting and wiping surfaces Sanitising high-touch areas (e.g. door handles, light switches) Cleaning and sanitising desk areas Kitchen responsibilities: Food preparation Washing pots and utensils Cleaning kitchen surfaces Requirements: Previous cleaning or kitchen experience is preferred A full UK...

Job Title Pharmacist Location Darlington Employment Type Part time Contract Type Permanent Shift Pattern Work Shift: Days Hours per Week 30 Salary Competitive salary plus benefits Category Pharmacy, Retail Healthcare Closing Date 2 October 2026 Your Role There's something unique and different about being a Pharmacist at Asda. For us it's all about always being there for our customers and providing great service. A typical day involves dispensing, delivering services, managing your team, and delivering excellent service to all our customers. Every day is fast paced and varied so no one day is the same in an Asda pharmacy. Our supermarket pharmacies offer a wide range of opening hours from early mornings, evenings, and weekends to ensure we are always there for our customers whenever they need us. Our pharmacists are a huge part of their local communities, helping to build great relationships providing...

Senior Pensions Administrator Darlington Hybrid Working - 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home £35,000-£40,000 DOE + Discretionary Annual Bonus Ready to take the next step in your DB pensions career? Office Angels are delighted to be supporting a highly regarded, award-winning pensions consultancy with the appointment of an experienced Senior Pensions Administrator to join their growing Darlington team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an established pensions professional with hands-on Defined Benefit (DB) administration experience who is ready to build on their technical knowledge, take greater ownership and support the development of others. You'll be joining an organisation that genuinely invests in its people, offering excellent benefits, hybrid working, funded professional development and genuine long-term career progression . What's on Offer? £35,000-£40,000 salary, depending on experience Discretionary annual bonus Hybrid working - 3...

Bar Staff - One-Off Shift Location: Outskirts of Darlington Date: Wednesday 23rd September 2026 Hours: 2:00pm - 7:00pm Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour Contract: One-off shift Berry Recruitment are currently looking for 3 experienced Bar Staff to support an event based on the outskirts of Darlington on Wednesday 23rd September . This is a one-off shift from 2:00pm until 7:00pm , paying £13.50 per hour . Duties will include: Serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks Providing friendly and professional customer service Taking orders and handling payments where required Keeping the bar area clean, tidy and well stocked Supporting the wider event team as required We are looking for candidates who: Have previous bar or hospitality experience Are confident working in a busy customer-facing environment Are reliable, friendly and presentable Are available for the full shift on Wednesday 23rd September...

Pensions Administrator Darlington Hybrid Working - 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home £28,000-£35,000 DOE + Discretionary Annual Bonus Ready to take the next step in your pensions career? Office Angels are delighted to be supporting a highly regarded, award-winning pensions consultancy with the appointment of an experienced Pensions Administrator to join their growing Darlington team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation that genuinely invests in its people, offering excellent benefits, hybrid working, fully supported professional development and genuine long-term career progression. Ideally, you'll already have pensions administration experience , with Defined Benefit (DB) experience particularly advantageous . However, we're equally keen to hear from experienced pensions administrators from Defined Contribution (DC) or other pensions backgrounds who have strong transferable knowledge and are keen to broaden their technical...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK At Busy Bees, we believe in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children, parents, and staff. Join the UK’s leading nursery group and help ensure that every child’s learning space is hygienic, safe, and enjoyable. 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...

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 our Nursery  Formerly known as Ferndene Nursery, situated in what was once a large Victorian lodge and coaching house just a short way from the town centre. Its soothing decor creates a warm and welcoming environment, while the building's multiple rooms provide plenty of space. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support...

Key Responsibilities Maintenance Scheduling & Coordination Develop, maintain and communicate daily, weekly, monthly and shutdown maintenance schedules for all plant assets. Coordinate maintenance activities across manufacturing, utilities, warehousing, packaging and site infrastructure. Align maintenance schedules with production plans to minimise downtime and maximise plant availability. Lead weekly scheduling and planning meetings with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and Supply Chain teams. Prioritise maintenance activities based on safety risk, equipment criticality, regulatory requirements and operational impact. Manage schedule changes arising from breakdowns, emergent work and changing production priorities. Coordinate planned shutdowns, turnarounds and major maintenance campaigns. Ensure all scheduled work complies with site permit-to-work requirements and safe systems of work. Work Preparation & Resource Coordination Ensure all work...

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are looking for an outstanding Female Bank Support Worker with a passion for delivering excellent care. You'll have the opportunity to work bank shifts (days,nights,weekends) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kensington Gardens. You'll be working shifts:- 7am - 7pm, 9am - 9pm, 10am - 10pm and waking nights 7pm - 7am. Kensington Gardens in Darlington provides four tenancies, the service is focused on empowering individuals with complex mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviours to live more independently. Due to the occupational needs, and the demands of the service we are only able to accept female applicants for this role At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional...

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are looking for an outstanding Female Bank Support Workers with a passion for delivering excellent care. You will be working 42 hours per week (days,nights,weekends) making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Kensington Gardens. You'll be working shifts:- 7am - 7pm, 8am - 8pm, 10am - 10pm and waking nights 7pm - 7am. Kensington Gardens in Darlington provides four tenancies, the service is focused on empowering individuals with complex mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviours to live more independently. Due to the occupational needs, and the demands of the service we are only able to accept female applicants for this role At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development....

Registered Mental Health Nurse - Darlington & Surrounding areas Are you tired of the routine that comes with permanent roles? Looking for the freedom to choose when and where you work each week? If you're an experienced, compassionate Registered Mental Health Nurse with at least 6 months UK experience and seeking your next meaningful opportunity in Darlington and the surrounding areas, this could be the perfect fit! We offer flexible ad-hoc or block booking shifts with several clients, covering weekdays, nights and weekends. The Role: As a Registered Mental Health Nurse, you will: Deliver high-quality mental health care across various private settings Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to support individual care plans Monitor and respond to patient's clinical needs, escalating when necessary Maintain accurate records using electronic systems in line with professional standards Report directly to ward managers or clinical leads We're Looking For: NMC...

Role Overview: Join Our Busy Bees Family – Start Your Career in Early Years Today!   Apply today to join us on our October learning cohorts. Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK’s leading nursery group, we’re looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices.   Whether you’re taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day.   Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship?   As an Apprentice, you will:   Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance Gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for a long-term career in...

JOB TITLE: Cleaning Operative Days & Nights LOCATION: Darlington MME1 SHIFT PATTERN: 4 on 4 off - 12 hours shift (11 hours paid), days 0700-1900, nights 1900-0700 WORKING HOURS: 38.5 hours per week PAY RATE: Competitive Overview of Job Description ABM Facility Services UK are looking to recruit Cleaning/Waste Operative’s on a full-time permanent basis for a high-profile client within the Darlington area. The successful candidate will need to display the ability to work as part of a team in a physically demanding, fast paced environment that provides janitorial and waste removal services for the client. Our teams consist of ambitious and motivated individuals who contribute to making a fun and friendly working environment. Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Working within our great janitorial and waste removal team in a warehouse environment, carrying out duties effectively and efficiently. • Duties will include providing a high janitorial service both...

JOB TITLE: Waste/Cleaning Operative (Days) LOCATION: Various Locations SHIFT PATTERN: Day shifts, 4 on 4 off PAY RATE: £12.71 per hour ABM UK, a leader in facility services, is seeking dedicated Waste/Cleaning Operatives to ensure that our clients’ environments are kept clean and safe. As a Waste/Cleaning Operative, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and waste management in various locations, which may include offices, shopping centers, and industrial sites. Your primary duties will include waste collection, recycling management, general cleaning tasks, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. You will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and hygienic environment for staff and visitors alike. We are looking for reliable individuals who take pride in their work and are committed to teamwork and excellence. At ABM UK, we support our employees with ongoing training and career development opportunities....

Mechanical Design Engineer 6 month contract Rate: £38.00 - £42.00p/h Middlesborough / Darlington / Hartlepool / Sunderland SolidWorks / PDM I am currently recruiting on behalf of a key client-based Teesside who are globally recognised engineering and manufacturing business operating across several high-profile industries including defence, marine & offshore. Due to a new project win, they are looking for experienced Mechanical Design Engineers & Draughtsman to join their team on an interim basis for an initial 3 6-month contract. For this position, you will be required to conduct the following daily duties: 3D modelling in SolidWorks - designing enclosure modifications, bespoke brackets, manifolds and internal component layouts Supporting, updating and maintaining existing 3D models and engineering drawings Finalising and issuing manufacturing drawings to the required standard Defining and applying appropriate tolerances across all designed components...

Bar Staff - One-Off Shift Location: Outskirts of Darlington Date: Wednesday 23rd September 2026 Hours: 2:00pm - 7:00pm Pay Rate: 13.50 per hour Contract: One-off shift Berry Recruitment are currently looking for 3 experienced Bar Staff to support an event based on the outskirts of Darlington on Wednesday 23rd September . This is a one-off shift from 2:00pm until 7:00pm , paying 13.50 per hour . Duties will include: Serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks Providing friendly and professional customer service Taking orders and handling payments where required Keeping the bar area clean, tidy and well stocked Supporting the wider event team as required We are looking for candidates who: Have previous bar or hospitality experience Are confident working in a busy customer-facing environment Are reliable, friendly and presentable Are available for the full shift on Wednesday 23rd September Can reliably travel to a location on...