Do you have a passion for hair and want to inspire the next generation? Whether you’re already working in education or an experienced industry professional looking for a new career path, we have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer to join our Hair Curriculum Team. We are seeking a passionate and industry-experienced Lecturer in Hairdressing to deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across a range of hair programmes. The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Hairdressing qualification and have experience in barbering. Ideally, you will also have at least one year’s teaching experience. Using your industry knowledge to unlock potential, you’ll support learners to develop their practical skills, creativity and professional standards in a realistic salon environment. You will plan and deliver effective lessons, assess progress and provide constructive feedback to support achievement and progression. With a strong understanding of current hairdressing and barbering trends, techniques and industry expectations, you will help prepare learners for successful careers in t

Do you have a passion for hair and want to inspire the next generation? Whether you’re already working in education or an experienced industry professional looking for a new career path, we have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer to join our Hair Curriculum Team. We are seeking a passionate and industry-experienced Lecturer in Hairdressing to deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across

Class 2 Hiab Driver Location: Beckton Pay Rate: £17.50/hour (Monday to Friday), £26.25/hour (Saturdays, if required) The Best Connection is seeking a Class 2 Hiab Driver to join our client’s busy team in Beckton. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and professional driver looking for consistent work with competitive pay. Your Duties Will Include: Safely delivering items us ng a Hiab from the store to customers. Accurately following delivery notes and instructions. Communicating any issues or concerns about deliveries to the store. Maintaining high standards of care to meet and exceed customer expectations. Adhering to road safety requirements and company guidelines. Contract Details: Minimum 6-month contract with potential for extension. Start Date: Late February 2025. Working Hours: Monday to Friday and Monday to Saturday Start time: 7:00 AM until finish (minimum 8 hours per day). What We’re Looking For: A valid Category C driving licence. An up-to-date Hiab licence. Current CPC and DIGI card. A clean driving licence (or a maximum

Class 2 Hiab Driver Location: Beckton Pay Rate: £17.50/hour (Monday to Friday), £26.25/hour (Saturdays, if required) The Best Connection is seeking a Class 2 Hiab Driver to join our client’s busy team in Beckton. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and professional driver looking for consistent work with competitive pay. Your Duties Will Include: Safely delivering items us

Do you believe every young person deserves someone in their corner? We’re looking for a compassionate and tenacious Care-Experienced Safeguarding Officer to champion our Looked After Children and Care Leavers, ensuring their voices are heard and they have the support they need to thrive. Working across our Hadlow and Tonbridge campuses, you’ll manage a caseload, act as a Designated Member o Staff, support Personal Education Plan meetings, help learners access statutory entitlements, and work with Virtual Schools, social workers and other partners to provide effective safeguarding and welfare support. You’ll build trusted relationships with care-experienced learners, advocating for their education, wellbeing and future progression into training, apprenticeships or employment. The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 safeguarding qualification or equivalent, with strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, DfE guidance and the needs of Looked After Children and Care Leavers. You’ll have excellent communication, organisation and IT skills, sound judgement when han

Do you believe every young person deserves someone in their corner? We’re looking for a compassionate and tenacious Care-Experienced Safeguarding Officer to champion our Looked After Children and Care Leavers, ensuring their voices are heard and they have the support they need to thrive. Working across our Hadlow and Tonbridge campuses, you’ll manage a caseload, act as a Designated Member o

Industrial Relations Manager | North Kent / Hybrid (UK travel required) | Paying £50k - £55k DOE + Benefits Are you a HR professional who enjoys resolving complex workplace issues, providing practical advice, and building positive working relationships? We are recruiting on behalf of a unique organisation who work closely with employers, employee representatives, and industry stakeholders o promote positive employee relations, workplace harmony, and best practice across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected organisation during a period of growth and development, working within a collaborative team culture led by an ambitious leadership team committed to building an engaged, productive and supportive workplace. Please note this role requires 2 days in the North Kent office and UK wide travel when required. The Role Reporting to the Head of Industrial Relations, you will play a key role in delivering expert employment relations advice and supporting a wide range of employee and industrial relations matters. The position combines complex c

Industrial Relations Manager | North Kent / Hybrid (UK travel required) | Paying £50k - £55k DOE + Benefits Are you a HR professional who enjoys resolving complex workplace issues, providing practical advice, and building positive working relationships? We are recruiting on behalf of a unique organisation who work closely with employers, employee representatives, and industry stakeholders

The Best Connection are currently recruiting a Class 2 Hiab Driver for our busy client based in Beckton Duties include: Deliveries of items using Hiab from store to customer Following delivery notes and following orders for delivery Notifying store of issues/concerns with deliveries Taking due care and attention to meet customer expectations Follow road safety requirements Hours are 7am till finish - 8 hours minimum per day Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday Pay rate is £17.50 per hour Monday to Friday, £26.25 per hour on Saturdays if required To apply you must have: Valid driving licence - Cat C entitlement In date Hiab licence Up to date CPC and DIGI Clean licence or up to 6 points No DD/DR/IN on licence Immediate start available!!

The Best Connection are currently recruiting a Class 2 Hiab Driver for our busy client based in Beckton Duties include: Deliveries of items using Hiab from store to customer Following delivery notes and following orders for delivery Notifying store of issues/concerns with deliveries Taking due care and attention to meet customer expectations Follow road safety requirements Hours are 7am

The Best Connection are currently recruiting Van Drivers for our busy client based in Dagenham This is role is 0530 -0830 am starts Monday to Friday - 8 hours per day Pay rate is £13.23 per hour, weekly pay every Friday Duties include: Carrying out deliveries to various outlets Multi drop around London/Essex Planning routes for deliveries Getting paperwork signed off at each drop Due care and diligence on the road The ideal candidate: Multi drop experience is required for this role A can do attitude is required for this position No more than 6 penalty points No DD/DR/ In10's accepted A driving assessment will be required prior to starting the role

The Best Connection are currently recruiting Van Drivers for our busy client based in Dagenham This is role is 0530 -0830 am starts Monday to Friday - 8 hours per day Pay rate is £13.23 per hour, weekly pay every Friday Duties include: Carrying out deliveries to various outlets Multi drop around London/Essex Planning routes for deliveries Getting paperwork signed off at each drop

The Best Connection are excited to announce a new position to work with our client in East Ham as a print operative. Are you a detail-oriented individual with a passion for print production? Our client, a well-established printing company in East Ham, is seeking a skilled and motivated Print Operative to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to contribute o the exciting world of print and be a key player in a thriving company. Key Responsibilities: Operate and maintain printing machinery to ensure high-quality output Monitor and adjust printing processes to meet production specifications Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deadlines Inspect printed materials for quality and accuracy Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment Requirements: Proven experience as a Print Operative or in a similar role is preferred but not required Strong attention to detail and quality control Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach Basic c

The Best Connection are excited to announce a new position to work with our client in East Ham as a print operative. Are you a detail-oriented individual with a passion for print production? Our client, a well-established printing company in East Ham, is seeking a skilled and motivated Print Operative to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to contribute

The Best Connection is currently seeking Van Drivers to join our team for a busy client based in Beckton. Job Details: Role: Delivery & Collection Driver (LWB Van, flatbed) Location: Beckton Client: UK’s market leader in access equipment and tool hire Areas Covered: Outskirts of London, Essex, and Kent Responsibilities: Delivery and collection of access equipment and tool hire p oducts Manual handling required (lifting, loading, unloading) Securing loads with straps Driving a Long Wheelbase (LWB) Van and flatbed Requirements: Experience in delivery driving is preferred Knowledge of London, Essex, and Kent areas Ability to safely handle manual lifting and load securing Hours & Pay: Start Time: 7 AM (Job and Finish) Pay: £12.25 per hour If you're reliable, motivated, and ready to take on a dynamic driving role, we’d love to hear from you! Please give Paul or Jack a call on 01708242810 for more information.

The Best Connection is currently seeking Van Drivers to join our team for a busy client based in Beckton. Job Details: Role: Delivery & Collection Driver (LWB Van, flatbed) Location: Beckton Client: UK’s market leader in access equipment and tool hire Areas Covered: Outskirts of London, Essex, and Kent Responsibilities: Delivery and collection of access equipment and tool hire p

Are you passionate about supporting the next generation of Early Years professionals and have a drive to make a difference? We’re looking for a motivated and dedicated Assessor to join our supportive and collaborative Early Years team, to come onboard and make an impact in shaping the future of our learner’s education! In this vital role, you’ll assess and guide learners in real workplace settings, ensuring high standards of training and achievement across Level 2, Level 3, and T Level Early Years qualifications. Your guidance will support learners in developing their professional skills, meeting industry standards, and achieving success in their careers. As the Assessor in Early Years, you will assess workplace evidence and provide constructive feedback to our learners on placement, whilst liaising with employers to ensure learners can access appropriate experiences and evidence to meet their qualification requirements. This will involve regular workplace visits, tracking learner progress and the maintenance of accurate records using our online systems, including e-portf

Are you passionate about supporting the next generation of Early Years professionals and have a drive to make a difference? We’re looking for a motivated and dedicated Assessor to join our supportive and collaborative Early Years team, to come onboard and make an impact in shaping the future of our learner’s education! In this vital role, you’ll assess and guide learners in real workplace

IT Support Technician Are you… a motivated and experienced IT professional looking for a new role? Do you… possess the abilities to succeed in a support team? Will you… work well independently and as part of a team, to give the best service? If so, then read on! The Role A great, long-established IT services company is looking for an enthusiastic and skilled IT Support Technici n to join their team. This company provides and supports IT systems for clients across the UK, taking pride in their high level of technical expertise and professional approach. They respect value, integrity and the environment in which they operate. This is a home-based, full time – ideal for someone who has previous IT Support experience. What You’ll Need  Prior experience in an IT Helpdesk or Engineer role.  Experience working with Cloud based Microsoft systems, servers – coupled with a strong working knowledge of Office 365.  A professional and proactive approach  Strong, analytical and problem-solving skills  Ability to work independently and as part of

IT Support Technician Are you… a motivated and experienced IT professional looking for a new role? Do you… possess the abilities to succeed in a support team? Will you… work well independently and as part of a team, to give the best service? If so, then read on! The Role A great, long-established IT services company is looking for an enthusiastic and skilled IT Support Technici

Accounts Payable Assistant FTC | Bexley (Office Based) | £27,000 Cobb & Jones is pleased to be supporting a business in the Bexley area in the recruitment of an Accounts Payable Assistant on a 4-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to join a busy and supportive finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you wil play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function, processing supplier invoices, managing payment queries, and supporting month-end activities. The successful candidate will have previous accounts payable experience, excellent attention to detail, and a proactive approach to their work. Key Responsibilities • Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently using Sage Intacct. • Obtaining invoice approvals and liaising with internal stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment queries. • Assisting with supplier payment runs. • Setting up and maintaining supplier accounts, including CIS verification where required. • Reconciling supplie

Accounts Payable Assistant FTC | Bexley (Office Based) | £27,000 Cobb & Jones is pleased to be supporting a business in the Bexley area in the recruitment of an Accounts Payable Assistant on a 4-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to join a busy and supportive finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you wil

Senior Software Engineer – C#/.NET, Azure, Microservices We are working with an established and growing organisation that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join its technology team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong C#/.NET engineer to play a key role in designing, building and maintaining secure, scalable and high-performing software solutions. Y u will work closely with product, delivery and engineering teams, contributing to technical architecture and helping shape the continued development of the organisation’s technology platforms. The role: As a Senior Software Engineer, you will: * Design, build and maintain scalable, secure and reliable software solutions. * Translate business requirements into effective technical solutions. * Contribute to architectural decisions and the evolution of technology platforms. * Develop clean, well-tested and maintainable code. * Design and support APIs, microservices and event-driven systems. * Champion modern engineering practices, including automated testing, CI/CD and DevOps.

Senior Software Engineer – C#/.NET, Azure, Microservices We are working with an established and growing organisation that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join its technology team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong C#/.NET engineer to play a key role in designing, building and maintaining secure, scalable and high-performing software solutions. Y

Financial Controller | Dartford / Hybrid | Paying £85k - £95k DOE Exceptional Manufacturing Business | Hybrid Working | Outstanding Salary & Benefits Package Are you a high-calibre Financial Controller who combines commercial acumen with strong leadership and the ability to influence at every level of a business? We're partnering with a highly successful, international manufacturing org nisation seeking an ambitious and dynamic Financial Controller to join its senior finance leadership team. This is a rare opportunity to step into a visible, business-critical role within a company renowned for its people-first culture, excellent staff retention, operational excellence and commitment to continuous improvement. If you're someone who brings gravitas, credibility and a collaborative approach, whilst thriving in a fast-paced manufacturing, engineering, industrial or process-led environment, we'd love to hear from you. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in providing financial leadership across the business, ensuring r

Financial Controller | Dartford / Hybrid | Paying £85k - £95k DOE Exceptional Manufacturing Business | Hybrid Working | Outstanding Salary & Benefits Package Are you a high-calibre Financial Controller who combines commercial acumen with strong leadership and the ability to influence at every level of a business? We're partnering with a highly successful, international manufacturing org

Category Lead   Up to £40k Erith We're recruiting on behalf of an established and growing business looking for a commercially minded Category Lead to take ownership of a diverse product portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys analysing markets, influencing product strategy and working across multiple departments to deliver commercial success. You'll play a key r le in shaping the future of your category, ensuring the product range remains competitive, profitable and aligned with customer needs. What you'll be doing Taking ownership of a defined product category and driving its long-term strategy. Managing the full product lifecycle, from new product launches through to range optimisation and product discontinuation. Identifying opportunities for growth through market research, customer insight and competitor analysis. Working closely with Purchasing, Sales, Marketing and international stakeholders to develop category plans. Becoming the technical expert for your category, providing product knowledge and commercial guidance across the busin

Category Lead   Up to £40k Erith We're recruiting on behalf of an established and growing business looking for a commercially minded Category Lead to take ownership of a diverse product portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys analysing markets, influencing product strategy and working across multiple departments to deliver commercial success. You'll play a key r

Automation Test Engineer needed to work for a leading technology business. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the company’s quality assurance function, helping deliver reliable and trusted software. You will be responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining comprehensive automated test suites, with a primary focus on: UI automation using Cypress and JavaScript API te ting using Postman or Bruno Performance testing using JMeter Working closely with developers, DevOps and QA engineers, you will help embed automated testing into the CI/CD pipeline and ensure the software remains scalable, secure and suitable for clinical use. You will also contribute to manual and exploratory testing where automation is not appropriate, while maintaining strong regression test coverage across product releases. Key Requirements Strong experience in test automation for web applications Excellent knowledge of Cypress and JavaScript Experience with API testing using Postman or Bruno Experience with performance testing using JMeter Familiarity with integrating aut

Automation Test Engineer needed to work for a leading technology business. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the company’s quality assurance function, helping deliver reliable and trusted software. You will be responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining comprehensive automated test suites, with a primary focus on: UI automation using Cypress and JavaScript API te

Client Development Executive We’re looking for an ambitious, proactive Client Engagement Coordinator to join our team and play a key role in driving revenue growth through existing client relationships. This is a commercially focused role combining account development, consultative sales and client engagement. You’ll build strong relationships with clients, understand their business needs nd proactively identify opportunities to upsell, cross-sell and introduce additional products and services. Key Responsibilities • Proactively engage with existing clients to identify and generate sales opportunities • Build relationships with key client contacts and decision-makers • Lead client review and discovery call to uncover needs, challenges and future requirements • Identify and qualify upsell, cross-sell and account expansion opportunities • Use client activity and data to identify potential commercial opportunities • Conduct proactive outreach through calls, emails and targeted engagement activity • Develop qualified opportunities and work with the wider

Client Development Executive We’re looking for an ambitious, proactive Client Engagement Coordinator to join our team and play a key role in driving revenue growth through existing client relationships. This is a commercially focused role combining account development, consultative sales and client engagement. You’ll build strong relationships with clients, understand their business needs

Exciting hybrid or fully Home Working opportunity is available for either an experienced CILEX or qualified Solicitor (4yrs+) to join this specialist Landlord & Tenant litigation practice. You will be joining this niche team of L&T lawyers dealing with complex advice to Landlord/RMC/RTM clients and professional managing agents on residential property management disputes and dispute avoidance, s rvice charge/ground rent disputes, breaches of lease covenants, possession and forfeiture claims, leasehold disrepair, trespass claims and tenancy disputes. Some experience with long leasehold enforcement required. The successful individual will be servicing the firm’s clients full time (Monday to Friday 9am-5pm).  There is also the option to work from the firm’s offices in Sussex 1-2 days per week if required (although this is not mandatory). The team keeps in regular contact by phone, video calls and virtual meetings throughout the week so although this is a home working opportunity, you will still feel very much part of the team. You must be IT literate, have experience wit

Exciting hybrid or fully Home Working opportunity is available for either an experienced CILEX or qualified Solicitor (4yrs+) to join this specialist Landlord & Tenant litigation practice. You will be joining this niche team of L&T lawyers dealing with complex advice to Landlord/RMC/RTM clients and professional managing agents on residential property management disputes and dispute avoidance, s