Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child s Life Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time Self-employed To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or over Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home Have experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally) Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important Visa Status We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status Graduate visas Skilled Worker visas Student visas Health & Care Worker visas Spouse Visa Any other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK. If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not...

Senior Debt Delivery Manager £78000 per annum Bedford Permanent Hybrid Working Ready to make a real difference? Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as our Senior Debt Delivery Manager. This is your chance to play a meaningful role in helping people across the UK build stronger financial futures and to do it as part of a supportive, energetic team. Why This Role Matters In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead the delivery and performance of outsourced national and community-based debt advice services, ensuring our grant and contract-funded partners deliver excellent support to clients and that value for money is achieved across the portfolio. You'll also shape how we build and maintain strong, effective relationships with our partners, while guiding and developing a team of grants and contracts managers to perform at their best.You'll join a team that's passionate, collaborative, and driven by the belief that advice and support during financial distress...

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Contributory pension scheme Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking and many more Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families Working 5 out of 7 days Fantastic Opportunity at prestigious Independent School Compass Group is the leading provider of catering and support services in the UK. We provide innovative catering,...

A driven, ambitious and hands on Management Accountant is required to play a key role in supporting operational and strategic decision-making for a Northants based manufacturer. Initially on a 12-month FTC, and reporting directly to the Managing Director and Financial Controller, this position plays a pivotal part in providing accurate forecasting and budgeting information to our senior management team. BASIC SALARY: £45,000 - £55,000 BENEFITS: Pension matched 7% x 3 DIS Private Medical Insurance 25 Days Holiday and Bank Holidays LOCATION: Based at our office in Northamptonshire, this is an office-based position and will require someone to be office based 5 days a week. COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Wellingborough, Kettering, Bedford, Northampton, Rushden, Raunds, Thrapston KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Management Accountant (12 month FTC) - Construction, Manufacturing As our Management Accountant, you will provide a direct support function to the Managing Director and Financial...

Robert Half are proud to be working in an exclusive retained agreement with Signify Research to recruit a Senior Finance Business Partner / Finance Manager, based in Cranfield on a hybrid basis. You will be proactive, detailed orientated and ambitious looking to support driving the professionalism and value creation of our ambitious and scaling business, happy to pull up your sleeves and get stuck in with the aptitude to develop and grow as we do. This role is seen as the future Head of Finance with the opportunity to build a team around you as the business expands. T he foundations of the finance function are now in place, and the next step is to professionalise, streamline and gradually build capability as the company grows. Senior Finance Business Partner/Finance Manager is dedicated to offering the highest quality, most in-depth and robust market analysis, insight, and consultancy services for the healthcare technology industry. Role Purpose You will support the...

Senior Policy & Proposition Manager (Money Guidance) £83000 per annum Bedford Permanent Hybrid Working Ready to make a real difference? Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as a Senior Policy & Proposition Manager . This is your chance to play a meaningful role in helping people across the UK build stronger financial futures and to do it as part of a supportive, energetic team. Why This Role Matters In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead the ongoing development and delivery of high-quality money guidance services and propositions, ensuring they remain insight-led and responsive to customer needs and market changes. You'll shape and enhance the money guidance we offer, working closely with fellow Senior Managers to support customers in building their financial understanding, confidence, and long-term wellbeing.You'll join a team that's passionate, collaborative, and driven by the belief that financial confidence should be something everyone can...

Insurance Partner Location: Hybrid / Bedfordshire Contract type: Full time, Permanent We're looking for an experienced Insurance Partner to support the management of our insurance portfolio and deputise for the Insurance Manager when required. This is a newly created role offering the chance to influence how insurance risk is managed across the organisation. You'll work closely with insurers, brokers and internal teams to manage complex property, liability and motor claims, support insurance renewals, improve insurance data quality and provide clear, practical advice. You'll also deliver insurance awareness training and contribute to reporting, budgeting and governance activity. About you: Significant experience in an insurance role, ideally within social housing Strong knowledge of property and public liability claims Confident communicator, able to influence and work with senior stakeholders Able to interpret insurance policies and legislation and provide...

Astute's Renewable Energy team is partnering with a UK leading business in anaerobic digestion that provides cost-effective, low carbon, food and organic waste management. We are looking to recruit a Plant Maintenance Technician to support with the day-to-day operations on their site located in Bedfordshire. The vital Plant Maintenance Technician role comes with a salary of up to 30,000, pension, life assurance, ongoing training, development and progression. If you're an experienced Plant Maintenance Technician and are looking to work for one of the largest Biogas operators in the UK, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Biogas Plant Maintenance Technician role Reporting to the Site Manager you will: Support the safe, efficient daily operation of the plant. Monitor and optimise performance via the control system. Manage material intake and feeding in line with operational plans. Record and report plant data and performance metrics....

SEMH Maths Teacher - Specialist Provision (Young Women) Location: Wilden, Bedfordshire Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Type: Temporary to Permanent Salary: Competitive, in line with MPS (dependent on experience) The Role We are working with a specialist SEMH provision in Bedfordshire that supports young women who are unable to access mainstream education. This is a rewarding opportunity for a Maths Teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to making a genuine difference. You will be teaching small classes of up to 10 students, with a wide range of academic abilities and complex social, emotional and mental health needs. Many learners have experienced significant disruption to their education and require a consistent, trauma-informed approach. The successful candidate will be confident adapting Maths lessons to meet individual needs, while maintaining clear boundaries and a calm, structured learning environment. Key Responsibilities...

Role Overview: Join Busy Bees Bedford Elstow – Nursery Manager (12-Month Maternity Cover) - 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 Elstow is looking for a motivated Nursery Manager to join us on a 12-month maternity cover contract .   Fantastic Busy Bees Benefits We offer a generous, industry-leading benefits package, including: Competitive salary  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...

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join a busy garage based in Bedford Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: 32,000 - 38,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience. Location: Bedford MK41 Schedule: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm, Monday to Friday. Overtime is available on Saturdays About The Company: They are an established, friendly, busy, independent garage, who cover servicing, repairs and MOT's and have a large returning customer base. They are looking for a full time permanent Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester. Previous experience of working in the field is a must. The applicant would need to be hardworking with attention to detail and be happy to work under their own initiative as well as in a team. If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration. The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is...

Hello, We are currently looking for the below role, if this is something of interest then please get in touch. Turret Punch Operator Required to work manufacturing company based in Kempston. Job Overview: You will be responsible for setting up and operating the clients Nisshinbo Turret Presses. Required Skills and Qualifications: Experience of operating turret punch presses Experience of changing, sharpening and maintaining tools Fleixible, reliable team player Clear and concise written and spoken communication skills Ability to work under pressure when meeting deadlines Job Type/Category: Contract - Temp/Perm Hours - Monday - Thursday 7am - 4:30pm If you are interested, please send a copy of your CV to (url removed). Kind regards, Jared Raymond (url removed) 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.

Manual Handler/Warehouse Operatives Ridgmont 12.37 - 13.98ph We are looking for a reliable Manual Handler to support daily operations in our manufacturing warehouse at Ridgmont location - Bedford Lift, move, and pack components and finished items Assist with loading and unloading deliveries Organise materials within the warehouse and production areas Support manufacturing teams with general manual tasks Requirements: Ability to lift and handle heavy items safely Basic understanding of warehouse operations Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience (preferred) START ASAP Hours - 6am - 3pm and 2pm - 11pm. Mon - Friday How to Apply: If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please contact Insha Khursheed on (phone number removed) or submit your CV to Insha.Khursheed (url removed) alternatively, apply to this advert! Why work with Proactive? Proactive Global...

Chef & Nutrition Coach 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: Chef & Nutrition Coach Location: Bedford, This service does not have full step free access. Salary: 26,000 (full time equivalent) Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday Shifts flexible around meal preparation 5 days per week including weekends. Hours may vary dependent on service and resident requirements. About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for a Chef & Nutrition Coach to join our brand new service opening in April 2026! As a Chef & Nutrition Coach in the service, you will improve their dietary habits, optimise health, personalised as well as creating meals for our diverse and marginalised residents as they seek recovery. You will need to understand ordering and budgeting as well as a strong understanding of...

Science Teacher Secondary School Location: Bedford Start Date: After Easter Contract: Full-time Coba Education is working closely with a secondary school in Bedford to recruit a qualified Science Teacher for a full-time position , starting after Easter . This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and committed teacher to join a supportive school and deliver high-quality Science teaching across the secondary age range. The role: Full-time teaching position within a secondary school Science department Teaching Science across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable but not essential) Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum Marking, assessing, and tracking pupil progress Contributing positively to the wider school community The successful candidate must: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) essential Have experience teaching Science in a UK secondary school Be confident teaching Biology, Chemistry,...

Warehouse Operatives/Manual Handlers Required Ridgmont - Start ASAP (Early and Late Shifts Available 6.00am-2.00pm / 2.00pm-10.00pm) Key Responsibilities: Moving of stock Reporting to warehouse manager Document control - Update and maintain all inbound and outbound records Participate in cycle counts and manage stock queries Identify stock that is in the wrong location and escalate as required ensure stock levels are controlled throughout the operation Picking and wrapping Key Skills/Experience: Previous warehousing experience preferably Strong numeracy skills Attention to detail Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Positive attitude Able to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to work as a member of a small team Able to start work ASAP Additional Info Hours: 8.30am-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...

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.   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...

Cover Supervisor - Specialist Girls' Provision (SEMH / SEND) Role: Cover Supervisor Key Stage: KS3 / KS4 Start Date: April 2026 Location: Bedfordshire Are you confident leading a classroom, steady in challenging situations, and motivated by the opportunity to support young women with complex needs? Do you want a role where your presence, patience and consistency truly matter? Aspire People are partnering with a specialist provision in Bedfordshire that supports young women who are currently unable to access mainstream education due to social, emotional and mental health needs. Many students have experienced significant adversity and benefit from a calm, structured setting where trust is built gradually and progress is personalised. As a Cover Supervisor, you will provide stability and continuity across the school day, delivering pre-set lessons, supporting learning, and helping students feel safe, respected and understood. Class sizes are small (up to 10 pupils), allowing you to...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. 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.   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...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK 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 fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery  Join Busy Bees at our Bedford Elstow nursery, rated Good by Ofsted with a capacity for 112...