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Children Residential Support Workers

Role: Children Residential Support Workers
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £12.92-£13.10ph (Circa £27k) + Bonus + Qualifications
Locations: Maidstone Area, Kent (Multiple Locations)
Hours: 3 Shifts Per Week (2 for Part-Time) / 8am-8:30pm or 8pm-8:30am (you receive your rota 4-6 weeks in advance and your shifts tend to be grouped together)

Our client, a well-established children’s residential provider, is seeking dedicated and compassionate Children Residential Support Workers to support vulnerable young people aged 8-18. This role involves creating a safe, stable, and nurturing environment while promoting independence, personal development, and emotional wellbeing.

As a result of continued growth, our client is seeking multiple hires, providing you with a great opportunity to work with this progressive organisation.

The Role

You will provide high-quality care tailored to individual needs, ensuring that all young people are treated with respect, and given opportunities to make choices about their lives.

Key Responsibilities
– Support young people with health, medical, and physical care needs
– Arrange and attend healthcare appointments, ensuring appropriate follow-up reporting
– Contribute to a positive 24-hour learning environment
– Maintain a structured, safe, and supportive living environment at all times
– Supervise and support young people during daily routines, including before/after education and mealtimes
– Encourage independence, including developing practical life skills such as cooking
– Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies
– Attend and actively participate in team meetings and reviews
– Support and engage young people in recreational and social activities, acting as a positive role model
– Plan and deliver structured evening and weekend activities, including managing small activity budgets
– Support outreach work and attend home visits where required

We are seeking candidates who:
– You must hold a driving license and a vehicle (desirable)
– Have at least 1 year of recent experience in a relevant care setting
– Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, social difficulties, mental health needs, and complex needs
– Hold an NVQ Level 3 in health and social care (desirable)
– Willingness to do unsociable hours

What’s On Offer
– Competitive salary package
– Support and enrolment of your NVQ Level 3
– 4 days a week off work
– 28 days annual leave
– Pension scheme
– A long-term career pathway within a growing organisation
– Ongoing professional development and funded training

Safeguarding Commitment

This organisation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references.

At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a “clean” copy in Word. Thank you.

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market…

Electrical Project Engineer

Role: Electrical Project Engineer (FTC)
Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 – 17:30
Location: Maidstone (Outskirts)
Type: 18-month to 2-year FTC

Position

Our client, a leading international manufacturing organisation, is seeking a hands-on Electrical Project Engineer to join their projects team on a fixed-term contract basis. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in delivering a wide range of electrical and process control projects within a fast-paced industrial environment.

As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will support the full lifecycle of project delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.

Responsibilities:
– Support delivery of electrical and control system projects across site, including systems ranging from 110V to 3.5kV and PLC/DCS upgrades
– Provide assistance with fault finding and optimisation of Siemens S7 PLCs and ABB drive equipment
– Contribute to planning and coordination of project activities to ensure effective use of time and resources in a busy environment
– Help ensure delivery of project outputs to required standards, timescales, and budgets
– Assist with review of project design requirements, including equipment layouts and process arrangements
– Undertake P&ID and drawing reviews, working closely with suppliers and on-site stakeholders to ensure alignment
– Generate I/O lists and control system schedules based on P&ID information
– Assist in the creation and modification of electrical drawings and schematics
– Review and support approval of engineering documentation prior to release and implementation
– Support control of project budgets and associated documentation
– Liaise with OEMs, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure project scope and requirements are clearly defined and understood
– Assist in sourcing and coordinating specialist resource where required to support bespoke solutions

The Ideal Candidate:
– Willing to be hands-on
– Qualified in Electrical Engineering (HNC/HND or Degree level or equivalent experience)
– Previous project management experience in a similar environment
– Good understanding of electrical distribution systems and industrial controls
– Familiarity with PLC systems and industrial automation (Siemens S7 / similar)
– Experience working with drive systems (ABB or equivalent)
– Comfortable working with technical drawings, P&IDs, and control documentation
– Strong coordination and organisational skills
– Able to communicate effectively with engineers, suppliers, and contractors
– Strong awareness of health and safety in an industrial setting
– Willingness to travel when required from time to time in support of project delivery

On top of a competitive base salary, you will also receive an enhanced company pension, holiday allowance, and other benefits, including full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen).

At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a “clean” copy in Word. Thank you.

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd. Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market trends…

Electrical Project Supervisor

Role: Electrical Project Supervisor (FTC)
Type: 18-month to 2-year FTC
Location: Maidstone (Outskirts)
Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 – 17:30

Position

Our client, a leading international manufacturing organisation, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Supervisor to join their projects team on a fixed-term contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a wide range of electrical and process control projects within a fast-paced industrial environment.

As an Electrical Project Supervisor, you will support the full lifecycle of project delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.

Responsibilities:
– Assist with review of project design requirements, including equipment layouts and process arrangements
– Support delivery of electrical and control system projects across site, including systems ranging from 110V to 3.5kV and PLC/DCS upgrades
– Undertake P&ID and drawing reviews, working closely with suppliers and on-site stakeholders to ensure alignment
– Generate I/O lists and control system schedules based on P&ID information
– Provide assistance with fault finding and optimisation of Siemens S7 PLCs and ABB drive equipment
– Assist in the creation and modification of electrical drawings and schematics
– Liaise with OEMs, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure project scope and requirements are clearly defined and understood
– Contribute to planning and coordination of project activities to ensure effective use of time and resources in a busy environment
– Assist in sourcing and coordinating specialist resource where required to support bespoke solutions
– Review and support approval of engineering documentation prior to release and implementation
– Support control of project budgets and associated documentation
– Help ensure delivery of project outputs to required standards, timescales, and budgets

The Ideal Candidate:
– Qualified in Electrical Engineering (HNC/HND or Degree level or equivalent experience)
– Previous project management experience in a similar environment
– Good understanding of electrical distribution systems and industrial controls
– Familiarity with PLC systems and industrial automation (Siemens S7 / similar)
– Experience working with drive systems (ABB or equivalent)
– Comfortable working with technical drawings, P&IDs, and control documentation
– Strong coordination and organisational skills
– Able to communicate effectively with engineers, suppliers, and contractors
– Strong awareness of health and safety in an industrial setting
– Willingness to travel when required from time to time in support of project delivery

On top of a competitive base salary, you will also receive an enhanced company pension, holiday allowance, and other benefits, including full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen).

At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a “clean” copy in Word. Thank you.

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd. Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market trends…

Engineer

Role: Engineer (mechanical-bias)
Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm (occasional overtime)
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Outskirts of Maidstone

My client, an internationally leading manufacturing company based near Maidstone, is looking for a mechanically-biased Engineer to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive company that provides guidance and a long-term progression pathway.

As an Engineer, you are responsible for ensuring that all site lubrication activities are carried out effectively to support plant reliability and prevent equipment failure. The role involves following and maintaining lubrication schedules, monitoring oil and grease systems, and working closely with the Reliability Engineer to drive preventative maintenance.

Your role will include:

– To identify and minimise any oil losses, keeping accurate records of what oils are topped up and where
– Being the owner of the lubrication schedule and being required to work to it as closely as is practical to do so, providing feedback for updates and support and recommending any modifications to it as necessary
– As well as the lubrications, it is important to ensure clean lubrication systems, including pump sets, pipework, and tanks, to control contamination and aid quick identification of leaks or problems
– Undertake risk assessments (RA) and Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) assessments for engineering work undertaken, and where there is a perceived risk to engineering personnel
– The role requires the competence to lead a team of contractors on planned shutdown days to assist with the completion of the schedules
– To ensure that all automated systems for oil and grease remain topped up with the appropriate lubricant
– To use SAP and other provided reporting tools to report defects, lubrication schedule progress, stock inventory checks and oil consumption records
– Ensure appropriate labelling and documentation control of lubricants used on site. This
includes labelling of tanks, drums, transport containers and relevant COSHH data

The Ideal Candidate:

– Mechanical engineering experience is desirable (training/development offered)
– Previous lubrication experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment is desirable
– Good knowledge of bearings and hydraulics
– An understanding of why preventative maintenance and condition-based monitoring are important
– Good communication skills
– Self-motivated
– Team player, but also confident to work individually when necessary

On top of a competitive base salary, you will also receive an enhanced company pension, holiday allowance, and other benefits, including full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen).

If you are looking for a company that can offer a structured progression pathway, please apply now.

At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a “clean” copy in Word. Thank you.

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market…

Junior Engineer

Role: Junior Engineer
Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm (occasional overtime)
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Outskirts of Maidstone

My client, an international leading manufacturing company based near Maidstone, is looking for a Junior Engineer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive environment that provides guidance and development.

As a Junior Engineer, you are responsible for ensuring that all site lubrication activities are carried out effectively to support plant reliability and prevent equipment failure. The role involves following and maintaining lubrication schedules, monitoring oil and grease systems, and working closely with the Reliability Engineer to drive preventative maintenance.

Your role will include:

– Being the owner of the lubrication schedule and being required to work to it as closely as is practical to do so, providing feedback for updates and support and recommending any modifications to it as necessary
– To identify and minimise any oil losses, keeping accurate records of what oils are topped up and where
– As well as the lubrications, it is important to ensure clean lubrication systems, including pump sets, pipework, and tanks, to control contamination and aid quick identification of leaks or problems
– Undertake risk assessments (RA) and Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) assessments for engineering work undertaken, and where there is a perceived risk to engineering personnel
– The role requires the competence to lead a team of contractors on planned shutdown days to assist with the completion of the schedules
– To ensure that all automated systems for oil and grease remain topped up with the appropriate lubricant
– To use SAP and other provided reporting tools to report defects, lubrication schedule progress, stock inventory checks and oil consumption records
– Ensure appropriate labelling and documentation control of lubricants used on site. This
includes labelling of tanks, drums, transport containers and relevant COSHH data

The Ideal Candidate:

– Engineering experience is desirable but not essential (training/development offered)
– An understanding of why preventative maintenance and condition-based monitoring are important
– Good communication skills
– Self-motivated
– Team player, but also confident to work individually when necessary

On top of a competitive base salary, you will also receive an enhanced company pension, holiday allowance, and other benefits, including full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen).

At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a “clean” copy in Word. Thank you.

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market…

Operations Coordinator – Temporary Contract (2 Months)

Contract Type – Temporary Contract (2 Months)
Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:00)

A specialist healthcare provider is seeking an experienced and proactive Operations Coordinator to support the smooth day-to-day running of a busy mental health service.

This is a varied and fast-paced role, reporting to the Registered Manager and providing essential administrative, operational, and compliance support across the service.

You will work closely with clinical and support teams to ensure high standards of organisation, compliance, and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities
Operational & Administrative Support

Manage staff rotas and collate payroll data, including absences, holidays, and sickness
Process and query invoices with senior management
Support recruitment activity, including interview coordination and onboarding
Liaise with HR regarding new starters and induction processes
Maintain accurate service records, reports, and documentation
Manage office administration, including filing, scanning, and correspondence
Compliance & Auditing

Support and complete internal audits (health & safety, infection control, financial, and staff files)
Monitor training and supervision compliance and report findings
Assist with clinical governance reporting and documentation
Ensure policies, procedures, and risk assessments are kept up to date
Facilities & Operations

Coordinate maintenance requests and ensure timely completion of repairs
Support ordering and stock control processes
Ensure equipment servicing and certification records are maintained
Financial & Records Management

Manage petty cash and service user financial systems
Update internal databases, including incidents, weights, and clinical records
Maintain accurate and compliant filing systems
Support to Management

Assist with complaints, investigations, and reporting
Take minutes in meetings and produce professional reports (Excel experience required)
Manage keys, access systems, and security procedures
About You
We are looking for a highly organised and reliable individual with strong administrative experience in a busy environment.

Essential Skills & Experience:

Strong MS Office skills (especially Excel and Word)
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Typing speed of at least 50 WPM
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Experience working with multiple stakeholders in a professional setting
Qualifications:

A Levels or equivalent
What’s on Offer
Competitive hourly rate of £14.36 per hour
Temporary contract with immediate start available
Supportive working environment within a healthcare setting
Employee benefits, including retail, leisure, and wellbeing discounts
Access to Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
Training and development opportunities

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Residential Support Workers

Role: Residential Support Workers
Contract Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Salary: £26,870-£27,248 DOE + Qualifications
Locations: Maidstone Area, Kent (Multiple Locations)
Hours: 3 Shifts Per Week (2 for Part-Time) / 8am-8:30pm or 8pm-8:30am (you receive your rota 4-6 weeks in advance)

Our client, a well-established children’s residential provider, is seeking dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Workers to support children and young people aged 8-18 in the Maidstone area. This role involves creating a safe, stable, and nurturing environment while promoting independence, personal development, and emotional wellbeing.

The Role

You will provide high-quality care tailored to individual needs, ensuring that all young people are treated with respect, and given opportunities to make choices about their lives.

Key Responsibilities
– Support young people with health, medical, and physical care needs
– Arrange and attend healthcare appointments, ensuring appropriate follow-up reporting
– Contribute to a positive 24-hour learning environment
– Maintain a structured, safe, and supportive living environment at all times
– Supervise and support young people during daily routines, including before/after education and mealtimes
– Encourage independence, including developing practical life skills such as cooking
– Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies
– Attend and actively participate in team meetings and reviews
– Support and engage young people in recreational and social activities, acting as a positive role model
– Plan and deliver structured evening and weekend activities, including managing small activity budgets
– Support outreach work and attend home visits where required

We are seeking candidates who:
– You must hold a driving license and a vehicle
– Have at least 1 year of recent experience in a relevant care setting
– Have experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, social difficulties, mental health needs, and complex needs
– Hold an NVQ Level 3 in health and social care (desirable)
– Willingness to do unsociable hours

What’s On Offer
– Competitive salary package
– Support and enrolment of your NVQ Level 3
– 4 days a week off work
– 28 days annual leave
– Pension scheme
– A long-term career pathway within a growing organisation
– Ongoing professional development and funded training

Safeguarding Commitment

This organisation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references.

At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a “clean” copy in Word. Thank you.

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market…

Part-Time Administrator

Part-Time Administrator – 3-4 days per week, flexible hours

Are you an organised and reliable administrator looking for a flexible part-time role? We’re working with a friendly, family-run building company that is looking to add an Administrative Assistant to their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, supportive business where you’ll play a key role in keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly.

The Role:
– Answering calls and managing incoming emails
– Booking jobs and organising the company diary
– Liaising with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors
– Preparing invoices and handling general paperwork
– Maintaining accurate records and filing systems
– Providing day-to-day administrative support

What I need to find:
– Strong communication and customer service skills
– Highly organised with good attention to detail
– Confident using email, Word, and Excel
– Able to work independently and use initiative
– Previous admin experience is helpful but not essential

If you’re looking for a varied admin role within a welcoming, family-run business where your contribution will be valued, we’d love to hear from you.

At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a “clean” copy in Word. Thank you.

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market…

Chef

Role: Chef
Starting Location: Outskirts of Maidstone
Hourly Rate: £14.50-£17ph DOE
Contract: Temporary
Dates: Friday 3rd, Sat 4th, Sun 5th, Mon 6th April (potentially more shifts the following weeks)

The remote location of this position requires you to have a vehicle and a license.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Chef on a temporary basis to support the Kitchen.

As a Chef, you will support the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You will assist with food preparation, help maintain high standards of quality and presentation, and contribute to a clean, safe, and well-organised working environment.

Responsibilities

– Support general food preparation and basic cooking tasks
– Assist with daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service
– Carry out washing up, cleaning, and general kitchen housekeeping
– Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency
– Ensure full compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
– Help with stock rotation and keeping work areas organised
– Carry out ad hoc duties as required to support the overall operation

Requirements

– The location of this position requires you to have a driver’s license and a vehicle.
– Experience in a kitchen, with a proven track record of success
– Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in kitchen management
– Willingness to take on ad hoc duties

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Junior Maintenance Engineer

Role: Junior Maintenance Engineer
Location: Outskirts of Maidstone
Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm (occasional overtime)
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

My client, an international leading manufacturing company based near Maidstone, is looking for a Junior Maintenance Engineer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive environment that provides guidance and development.

As a Junior Maintenance Engineer, you are responsible for ensuring that all site lubrication activities are carried out effectively to support plant reliability and prevent equipment failure. The role involves following and maintaining lubrication schedules, monitoring oil and grease systems, and working closely with the Reliability Engineer to drive preventative maintenance.

Your role will include:

– Being the owner of the lubrication schedule and being required to work to it as closely as is practical to do so, providing feedback for updates and support and recommending any modifications to it as necessary
– To identify and minimise any oil losses, keeping accurate records of what oils are topped up and where
– As well as the lubrications, it is important to ensure clean lubrication systems, including pump sets, pipework, and tanks, to control contamination and aid quick identification of leaks or problems
– Undertake risk assessments (RA) and Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) assessments for engineering work undertaken, and where there is a perceived risk to engineering personnel
– The role requires the competence to lead a team of contractors on planned shutdown days to assist with the completion of the schedules
– To ensure that all automated systems for oil and grease remain topped up with the appropriate lubricant
– To use SAP and other provided reporting tools to report defects, lubrication schedule progress, stock inventory checks and oil consumption records
– Ensure appropriate labelling and documentation control of lubricants used on site. This
includes labelling of tanks, drums, transport containers and relevant COSHH data

The Ideal Candidate:

– Engineering experience is desirable but not essential (training/development offered)
– An understanding of why preventative maintenance and condition-based monitoring are important
– Good communication skills
– Self-motivated
– Team player, but also confident to work individually when necessary

On top of a competitive base salary, you will also receive an enhanced company pension, holiday allowance, and other benefits, including full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen).

At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications, skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a “clean” copy in Word. Thank you.

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market…