Communications Specialist Contract Type: 6 Month Contract Location: Durham (Hybrid working) Start Date: ASAP Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Communications Specialist to support the review, assessment, and replacement of existing communications infrastructure, with a particular focus on satellite and radio transmission technologies. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong telecommunications background, who can bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring clear requirements, robust processes, and a future-fit communications strategy. Key Responsibilities Assess current communications infrastructure, including satellite and radio transmission systems Lead technical assessments to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement Contribute to the creation of a technical strategy paper for communications transformation Support the replacement and modernisation of existing communications...

Regional Development Chef Chartwells - Education Catering Role Overview This role plays a pivotal part in supporting the Chartwells Operations Team to ensure our school catering teams fully understand their responsibilities and deliver against clear standards and expectations. You will drive a consistent, elevated and innovative food offer across all schools - from counter service to hospitality and event catering. The role ensures modular menus are implemented using The Source recipes, hospitality brochures are relevant and user-friendly, and the "Beyond the Kitchen" programme is embedded successfully across every site. You will lead the development of kitchen teams, champion new food concepts, and ensure our food offer remains fresh, inspiring, compliant, and commercially successful. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery and presentation of food across schools, encouraging teams to showcase their offer and host tastings with clients. Engage clients in...

Do good. Be great as a doctor. Are you a Registered Medical Doctor, General Practitioner or Junior Doctor seeking flexible hours, a convenient location and a friendly working environment? About the role As a Doctor Functional Assessor at Maximus, you'll use your clinical expertise to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their daily life. You'll work on complex cases involving veterans or neurological conditions, industrial injuries and respiratory diseases, while your compassion and experience helps customers move forward with their lives. The role can be both challenging and rewarding, which is why we provide a tailored training programme to help you thrive. You'll begin with 6 weeks of training before assessing customers and have ongoing support and mentorship in your role with us. Duties and responsibilities Conduct telephone, video or face-to-face assessments to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects...

An excellent and rewarding job opportunity has arisen for a  PSV Chargehand  to join Arriva, based at our  Darlington  Depot. What Arriva can offer you: £19.03ph (with the opportunity for overtime at 1.5 x hourly rate) 39 hours per week Permanent, full-time contract Overtime availability Free bus travel for you and a nominated member of your family residing within the same household If you don't have a PCV licence, we teach you to drive a bus! Access to the Arriva Village - Retail discounts and offers Arriva Workplace Pension 20 days holiday, rising to 25 after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays The role will involve: Servicing, maintenance and repairs to Arriva and DVSA standards Continuous improvement of vehicle reliability MOT preparation, planned preventative maintenance campaigns and quality checks Vehicle fault diagnosis and ensuring reliability and maintenance is kept to Arriva Standards (Higher than DVSA)...

Trainee Bus Driver Pay Rate: £13.05 - £15.84 per hour Start your bus driving career with Arriva at our Durham depot, where you will be at the heart of your community! Whether it is getting commuters to work, helping customers with popping to the shops or getting children to school - we provide an important service in connecting our customers to what matters to them. As a Bus Driver, you will get to know the familiar faces on your routes, build relationships and even be the highlight of someone’s day. Did you know that Bus Drivers are one of the most thanked jobs in the UK? We are proud of our customer service and how we support our community - and we would love to have like-minded individuals as part of our team. Pay Rate: £13.05 - £15.84 per hour Weekdays - £13.05 first 6 months, £13.47 between 6-18 months service and then £15.54 per hour Weekends - £13.35 first 6 months, £13.77 between 6-18 months service and then £15.84 per hour Bank Holiday - £40 bonus paid...

Start Your Career with Arriva as a PCV Bus Driver – Join a Community That Drives the Future! Location : Durham Depot Pay Rate: £15.54 per hour - £15.84 per hour Are you a qualified PCV Bus Driver looking for a rewarding career that connects you to your community? Join Arriva at our Durham depot, where you’ll be an integral part of keeping our community moving. Whether it’s getting commuters to work, helping customers with errands, or ensuring children get to school safely, every journey makes a difference. As a Bus Driver, you’ll build relationships with familiar faces on your routes and even be the highlight of someone’s day. We take pride in the service we provide and the impact we have on the community, and we’re looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. What We Offer: Pay Rates from 1st of April 2026 Weekdays £15.54 per hour (must have 18 months experience in the last 5 years) Weekends £15.84 per hour (must have 18 months experience in...

We Care Bespoke are looking for experienced Children's Residential Support Workers to join our team to work in our Residential Homes across the North East UK, including Gateshead, Newcastle and Durham As an Agency Support Worker you must: Be over the age of 18 to apply (essential) Have the right to work in the UK (essential) Have a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desired) Have 12 months prior experience in a UK healthcare setting (essential) Have experience working with Children and Young People Have a level 3 in Children and young people Please note we do not offer sponsorship Experience Previous experience working with children is preferable Familiarity with IT systems for record keeping and communication is advantageous. A valid driving licence is preferred to facilitate transportation duties. An understanding of care plans and the ability to adapt them as needed is highly desirable.

Job Description Join Our Team as a Lettings Manager at Manners and Harrison, Connells Group At Manners and Harrison , part of the Connells Group, we are proud to be the Home of Opportunity . Many of our senior leaders have progressed from branch-based lettings roles, supported by industry-leading training and clear development pathways. This Lettings Manager opportunity in Hartlepool offers the chance to lead a successful branch while continuing to grow your career within the UK's leading property services group. Your Role: As Lettings Manager, you will take full responsibility for the performance and growth of our Hartlepool residential lettings team. You will lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team, drive market share and ensure outstanding service for landlords and tenants.You will oversee day-to-day lettings operations, support valuations and listings, and build strong, long-term relationships within the local property market. This is a hands-on leadership role...

What does the Disability Assessor role involve? The Disability Assessor role will involve you carrying out 3 client assessments per day. A typical day will see you carry out telephone, video or face-to-face assessments to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their daily life. You ll listen to their experiences, ask questions and use your insights to produce a factual report to help the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) determine their eligibility for benefits. That's the good news; the DWP make the final decision, you don't. Your role is to gather information and produce the report. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a well-established, people focussed organisation. You'll receive outstanding training and support to ensure you are the best you can be in your new role! What is on offer? - Excellent starting salary at £39,500pa - Monday to Friday working hours - Full time and part time available (3, 4 or 5 days per week...

Primary School Teacher Position: Primary School Teacher Location: Durham Contract Type: Long-term, Full-Time, Part-Time (Term-time only) Start Date: April 2026 Hours: 08:00 - 16:00 Rate of Pay: .00 per day (Paid to scale) About the School: Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary School Teacher looking to make a real impact in a supportive and welcoming school environment? We are working with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Durham , supporting pupils across the primary age range. The school is committed to providing high-quality education in a positive and structured setting, where pupils are encouraged to achieve academically while developing confidence, independence, and strong social skills. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed teacher to join a collaborative team and play a key role in delivering engaging, inclusive learning for all pupils. As a Primary School Teacher, you will: Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the...

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 a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a current UK Pin number and a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 42 hours a week in a Female Mental health Service, with patients with challenging and complex needs at Cygnet Appletree. Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health needs. Our person-centred service has been designed with wellness in mind, providing a safe and comfortable environment that promotes efficient rehabilitation and recovery. We are dedicated to understand, stabilise and break the traumatic cycles of relapse that can impact service users' lives. At...

Are you a qualified Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer? Do you want to work for a supplier directly with uncapped earnings? If so, we have an opportunity for you to join the Energy supplier of the year 2025, as part of Utilita's award-winning Field services team as a Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer. We offer £38,993 as a base salary with an additional £330 per week for being on call (average 1 in 5 weeks). Giving you a potential OTE of £42,293 per annum. Earnings, however, do not stop there! Our industry leading Meter installation bonus will allow you to earn £25 per meter or £50 for a dual once you've installed a minimum of 4 meters that day. Not to mention the enhanced overtime for Sunday work, so the earnings are truly unlimited. What else can we offer you? Flexibility of working 25 days Annual Leave per year, plus Bank holidays Health Care Scheme Mental Wellbeing support 24/7 GP and counselling services Win tickets to events at Utilita...

Working here isn t just a job. You can advance your career at Avove, and we ll reward you with a range of benefits that recognise great work. We provide full training and continuous development to help you reach your potential. We strive to create an inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves. Join us and take the next step towards a fulfilling career. About the role We have been awarded a major multi-million-pound design and build framework agreement with Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) as part of NWG s Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) £3.6 billion investment programme. As we embark on this exciting 12-year design and build framework, we are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial Team. This is a full-time permanent role, based from our Durham office along with home working. Please note: a full valid driving license is a pre-requisite for this role. What You ll Be Doing Supporting the Commercial Team to ensure compliance...

Working here isn t just a job. You can advance your career at Avove, and we ll reward you with a range of benefits that recognise great work. We provide full training and continuous development to help you reach your potential. We strive to create an inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves. Join us and take the next step towards a fulfilling career. About the role We have been awarded a major multi-million-pound design and build framework agreement with Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) as part of NWG s Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) £3.6 billion investment programme. As we embark on this exciting 12-year design and build framework, we are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial Team. This is a full-time permanent role, based from our Durham office along with home working. Please note: a full valid driving license is a pre-requisite for this role. What You ll Be Doing Supporting the Commercial Team to ensure...

Is your current contract coming to an end? Or are you looking for a Preboarder / Preboarding Labouring position to start ASAP? If you have a CSCS card, we want to hear from you! Location: Sunderland Position: Preboarder / Preboarding Labourer Contract type: Temp Start date: ASAP Pay: 19 CIS / UMB or 15.60 PAYE rolled up Hours: 39 hours per week Duration: 3 months Randstad CPE contact: the Trades team (Newcastle branch) The Role Preboarding labourer / Preboarder needed in Sunderland to work on a new build housing site You will need Valid CSCS card (Essential) References for doing preboarding (Essenital) What you will get in return: A competitive pay rate (CIS, PAYE or Umbrella) Opportunity for ongoing work. Access to Randstad's training department. What to do next: If you feel this role meets your expectations please click apply and upload your latest cv. If you are seeking a new role in the future please...

Floating Support Worker Mental Health (Durham Area) Location: Bishop Auckland / East Durham (DL14) Contract: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £12.30 per hour Start Date: ASAP Driver With Own Car Required About the Role We are recruiting for a Mental Health Floating Support Worker to deliver practical and emotional support to individuals living in their own homes across Bishop Auckland and East Durham. This is a community-based role supporting people with mental health needs to develop independence, improve wellbeing, build confidence, and maintain safe and stable tenancies. You will work in a recovery-focused, person-centred way, helping people access social opportunities and encouraging meaningful inclusion in the community. You will also support with the day-to-day coordination of the service and ensure a consistent, high-quality approach when working alongside clients, families, and professionals. Key Responsibilities Provide emotional and practical...

Do good. Be great as a nurse. Are you a Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner or Registered Mental Health Nurse seeking professional growth, flexible working and a better work-life balance? About the role As a Nurse Functional Assessor at Maximus, you'll use your clinical expertise to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their daily life. You'll work on complex cases involving physical and mental health conditions and chronic pain disorders, while your compassion and experience helps customers move forward with their lives. The role can be both challenging and rewarding, which is why we provide a tailored training programme to help you thrive. You'll begin with formal training before assessing customers and have ongoing support and mentorship in your role with us. Duties and responsibilities Conduct telephone, video or face-to-face assessments to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their daily life...

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 a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 42 hours a week (12 hour shifts, both day and night shifts), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Appletree. Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health needs. Our person-centred service has been designed with wellness in mind, providing a safe and comfortable environment that promotes efficient rehabilitation and recovery. We are dedicated to understand, stabilise and break the traumatic cycles of relapse that can impact service users' lives. At Cygnet, our...

£34,151 - £38,560 assuming good attendance and 1-2 sleep ins per month Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our shift leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults - an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our shift leaders are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in You'll be a part of taking care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly...

Randstad C&P are working with an established FM company who are seeking an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer to join their team in Durham. This role involves performing Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on HVAC systems and building services. Job Details: Full-time, permanent position Salary between 40,000 - 45,000 per year Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week Generous Pension scheme Training and progression 31 days annual holidays Key Responsibilities: Perform routine PPM and reactive maintenance on HVAC systems, including air conditioning, ventilation, and heating systems. Diagnose and repair faults on a variety of HVAC plant and equipment, with a focus on Variable Refrigerant Volume (VRV) systems. Ensure compliance with F-Gas regulations and handle refrigerants safely. Complete all necessary documentation and update the CAFM maintenance system for work tracking. Liaise with supervisors and clients to ensure efficient...