Warehouse Team Leader Wanted in Swanley!!! Pay Rate: &pound;30,000 &ndash; &pound;32,000 per year (based on experience)Hours: Monday to Friday, 2:00am &ndash; 11:00am (Night shift)Type: Temp to perm for the right candidateLocation: Swanley BR3(Due to the location and shift time, own transport is required)Job Description:We&rsquo;re looking for a proactive and experienced Warehouse Team Leader to join our client&rsquo;s fast-paced operation in Swanley. You will be responsible for overseeing daily warehouse activities, supporting team performance, and ensuring safe and efficient operations across goods-in and goods-out.Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Carry out FLT &amp; plant checks and record on the Health &amp; Safety system</li><li>Receive and unload incoming vehicles</li><li>Delegate tasks and monitor team performance throughout the shift</li><li>Pick and process orders for outbound vehicles</li><li>Load delivery vehicles safely and efficiently</li><li>Greet and brief drivers upon arrival, including route information</li><li>Handle agency drivers: verify and capture driving licence and Digi Card details, and update internal systems</li><li>Ensure all delivery paperwork is complete and handed to drivers</li><li>Confirm driver access to EPODs and ensure daily checks are completed</li><li>Address and resolve transport or loading issues</li><li>Check incoming stock against manifest; highlight any anomalies to admin for booking</li><li>Accurately put away and locate stock</li><li>Manage and prepare forward orders for upcoming deliveries</li><li>Maintain high housekeeping standards across the warehouse</li><li>Complete a clear and structured handover to the PM shift</li></ul>
Knowledge &amp; Skills:<ul>
<li>Proven experience in a warehouse supervisory or team leader role</li><li>Valid FLT licence required</li><li>Strong communication, organisation, and delegation skills</li><li>Understanding of warehouse processes, health &amp; safety, and EPOD systems</li><li>Confident using transport/stock systems and reporting tools</li><li>Ability to manage drivers, paperwork, and logistics tasks efficiently</li></ul>
Ideal Candidates Will:<ul>
<li>Be proactive, confident, and a strong communicator</li><li>Show leadership by example and support team development</li><li>Be reliable, punctual, and solutions-focused</li><li>Have their own transport due to the location</li></ul>
To apply for this Warehouse Team Leader position, please send your updated CV to Southend@gap-personnel.com.For more details, contact the branch on 01702 987900.

Warehouse Team Leader 

gap Personnel are recruiting for a 360 Recruitment Consultant for our established&nbsp;Gloucester branch. This is primarily a sales focussed role with a view to establishing your own desk and managing your own client base.If you are looking for a company with a strong culture &amp; values, awarded 3&nbsp;Star Best Companies to work for this could be the role for you.Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 08:30am-17:00pm (No on-call)Salary:&nbsp;&pound;25,000-&pound;30,000 DOE + Commission + BenefitsJob Type:&nbsp;Full-time, PermanentDuties Include: <ul>
<li>Seek &amp; penetrate new business opportunities within Industrial Sector&nbsp;</li><li>Manage recruitment/resourcing activity to ensure client roles are managed</li><li>Provide excellent service to all clients &amp; candidates at all times</li><li>Work to financial &amp; non-financial targets</li><li>Attend/Arrange client sales/service meetings</li><li>Ensure we operate within compliance processes</li><li>Work as a team with the Branch Manager to achieve our goals</li></ul>
The successful candidate will: <ul>
<li>Have previous experience within a similar recruitment sector role</li><li>Be able to demonstrate good client management skills</li><li>Experience of managing new business activity, lead generation, calls, and meetings</li><li>Have a full driving license &amp; car</li></ul>
In return gap personnel offer the following benefits: <ul>
<li>Uncapped commission structure</li><li>Annual awards ceremony</li><li>Dental and medical cover</li><li>Company events</li><li>Birthday day off</li><li>Additional leave</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Wellness programme</li><li>Career development</li><li>Support from a marketing, HR &amp; finance team</li></ul>
If this sounds an interesting opportunity, please apply today for a confidential discussion. Send your CV to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jack.pennie@gap-personnel.com">jack.pennie@gap-personnel.com</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;If this role is permanent, gap personnel is operating as the employment agency. If this job is a temporary role, gap personnel is operating as the employment business. gap personnel is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the jobWhilst we endeavor to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the futureBy applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our&nbsp;<a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gap-personnel.com%2Fprivacy-policy%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cineta.gray%40gap-personnel.com%7Ce596683c30234403bbed08dd871463c9%7C21048248984140d397668ea000ace665%7C0%7C0%7C638815243903913419%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=K9Eogg9mSg%2B%2BglXz9Vg6iBw%2BRhD3Yown0pSE1TYaEgA%3D&amp;reserved=0">Privacy Policy</a>

Recruitment Consultant 

We're Hiring: 360 Sales Recruitment Consultant | Exeter | gap personnel Location: Exeter Position: 360 Sales Recruitment Consultant Type: Full-time, Permanent Competitive Salary + Commission + BenefitsJoin one of the UK&rsquo;s leading recruitment agencies and take your career to the next level.gap personnel, part of the gap group, is looking for an ambitious and driven 360 Recruitment Consultant to join our expanding Exeter team. You&rsquo;ll be a key player in delivering recruitment solutions across the industrial sector&mdash;managing the full sales cycle from new business development to candidate placement.What you&rsquo;ll be doing:<ul>
<li>Developing new business through proactive sales and networking</li><li>Building and managing long-term client relationships</li><li>Sourcing, screening, and placing candidates into temporary or permanent roles</li><li>Managing the full recruitment process end-to-end</li><li>Working towards and exceeding sales targets with the support of a collaborative team</li></ul>
What we&rsquo;re looking for:<ul>
<li>Previous 360 recruitment experience OR a strong B2B sales background</li><li>A self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team</li><li>Excellent communication and negotiation skills</li><li>A genuine passion for delivering results and providing a top-tier service</li><li>Local knowledge of Exeter and surrounding areas is a plus</li></ul>
What&rsquo;s in it for you:<ul>
<li>Competitive base salary + commission structure</li><li>Company pension scheme, healthcare, and other benefits</li><li>Ongoing training and development with real career progression</li><li>A supportive, people-first culture that values work-life balance</li><li>&nbsp;</li></ul>
Join a business where people make the difference&mdash;we believe in empowering our consultants and rewarding success.

Recruitment Consultant

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client in the Preston area for a recycling operative.&nbsp;
The duties for this role will consist but not limited to the following:-
<ul>
<li>Operating machines within a busy manufacturing site.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Operating a counter balance FLT Truck, moving loads around site.</li>
<li>Working as a team to ensure production targets are met&nbsp;</li>
<li>Maintain a safe working environment and ensuring the machines have all the correct products in order to run and overseeing these checks on a dily/weekly basis&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensuring working area is kept clean and tidy&nbsp;</li>
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The breakdown of estimated working week within this role will consist of the following:-
20% working on the FLT Truck&nbsp;
30% cleaning&nbsp;
50% Machine Operating&nbsp;
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Hours &amp; Salary
We have 4 positions available as per the following:-
2 x 4pm - 00:30am Monday to Friday&nbsp;
2 x 00:00am - 08:30am Monday to Friday&nbsp;
The salary for these roles is: &pound;27,000 per annum
The positions are permanent.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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If you are interested in any of the above roles, please forward your cv to <a href="mailto:blackburn@gap-personnel.com">blackburn@gap-personnel.com</a>&nbsp;
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Recycling Operative 

Gap Personnel are currently recruiting for x2 Data Entry Clerks for our client in Cradley Heath B64.&nbsp;
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Shifts: Monday-Thursday 8am till 5pm and Friday 8am till 12:30pm at &pound;12.50 an hour&nbsp;
Long term ongoing position&nbsp;
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The Role
<ul>
<li>In bound customer service&nbsp;</li>
<li>General office duties&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sales processing</li>
<li>Inputting data&nbsp;</li>
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The Candidate&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Attention to detail</li>
<li>Computer Literate&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience in a similar role</li>
</ul>
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Data Entry Clerks 

Join our team as a production operative in a fast peaced sausage facotry HU7!!! 
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Production Operative Days/Nights
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<li class="MsoNormal">4on 4off</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Immediate Start Available</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">06:00-18:00</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">18:00-06:00</li>
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Pay &amp; Hours of Work
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &pound;12.35 Days&nbsp;
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Production Operative DAYS/NIGHTS

Location: Bristol, BS2 Job Role: Warehouse Operative Hours: Mon,Tues,Thur, Fri 7am-4pm &amp;&nbsp;Sun 5.30am-2pm Hourly Rate: &pound;12.74 per hour Role Type: Temporarygap personnel Bristol are acting as an employment business are currently looking for a Warehouse Operative based in Bristol, BS2. As a Warehouse Operative you will join a team where you will become a key and valued member providing support.Whilst experience can be a benefit, the site offer full training.Job Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Product is picked and packed correctly</li><li>Product is despatched correctly</li><li>Following correct health &amp; safety measures for the site</li><li>Quality control check of products</li></ul>
The Candidate:<ul>
<li>Knowledge of similar working environment</li><li>Good communicator and team player</li><li>Proven accuracy and efficiency in your work</li><li>Consistently produce the highest standards of work</li></ul>
Additional Site Benefits:<ul>
<li>On site Car Park</li><li>On site canteen facilities</li></ul>
If you are interested, please get in touch on&nbsp;0117 911 7111&nbsp;or click&nbsp;Apply Now!

Warehouse Operative

Job Role&nbsp;&ndash; School Cleaner Location&nbsp;&ndash; Bristol, BS13 Working Hours&nbsp;- Monday to Friday 7am-8am Pay Rate&nbsp;- &pound;12.21 per hour Job Type&nbsp;- Temp&nbsp;gap personnel Bristol are currently recruiting for a School Cleaner with hygiene experience for a company based in Bristol!Reporting to the facilities team, it is essential you take pride in your work, have good attention to detail, good verbal communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.Key responsibilities:- Responsible for ensuring a high standard of cleaning and housekeeping is maintained in all areas, including but not limited to; factories, offices, canteens, kitchenettes, toilets, storerooms and external areas- To ensure cleaning schedules are strictly adhered to.- To empty the waste storage containers into the appropriate disposal area- To replenish stocks of soaps and paper products- To ensure all external areas are kept clean and tidy including litter picking, weeding, emptying cigarette butt containers, and sweeping up debris&nbsp;Essential Requirements for the Role:- Previous cleaning experience desirable but training can be provided for the right candidate.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.- A proven track record of working in a safe and legal manner ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.- Enhanced DBS required&nbsp;If you are interested, please get in touch on&nbsp;0117 911 7111&nbsp;or click&nbsp;Apply now!

School cleaner

IT&rsquo;S HAPPENING. Spring has officially sprung, the clocks have gone forward, and if you&rsquo;ve already powered through your emergency stash of Mini Eggs &ndash; we&rsquo;re not judging. It&rsquo;s the perfect time to shake off the winter chill and gear up for the months ahead. And with Q2 already well underway, now&rsquo;s the time to shift focus and plan for what&rsquo;s next.
So, whether you're counting down to the next bank holiday weekend, or just counting pallets, we&rsquo;ve got the latest from the employment, FMCG, manufacturing, warehousing, and waste and recycling sectors to keep you in the loop. Grab a brew, take five, and let&rsquo;s dive in.
<h3>Employment</h3>
Universal is bringing the magic to the UK with its first European theme park, set to open near Bedford in 2031. The project will create 28,000 jobs across construction, hospitality, and the creative industries, with 80% of roles expected to go to local workers. Alongside the rides and attractions, the site will include a 500-room hotel and retail complex. With planning set to be submitted soon and construction kicking off next year, this is set to be a game-changer for the region - and a huge lift for the UK job market. <a href="https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/universal-theme-park-jobs/">Read more here.</a>
<h3>FMCG</h3>
Following President Trump&rsquo;s announcement of a 10% tariff on UK imports to the US, industries including grocery, agriculture, and alcohol are bracing for the impact. Supermarkets might not face direct challenges, but rising global costs could create ripple effects. Even M&amp;S&rsquo;s beloved Percy Pigs aren&rsquo;t safe. After the iconic product landed in the US on 30 March, their American shelf life could be short-lived as tariffs threaten to push up prices and send them packing. With global growth forecasts downgraded, businesses are being urged to stay proactive in managing the uncertainties caused by the tariffs. <a href="https://www.grocerygazette.co.uk/2025/04/09/trumps-tariffs-grocery-sector/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read about the impacts here.</a>
Unless you&rsquo;ve been living under a rock (or avoiding social media), you&rsquo;ve probably caught wind of the Dubai chocolate craze. Created by British-Egyptian Sarah Hamouda in 2021, the pistachio and tahini-filled bar exploded in popularity at the end of last year, after a single TikTok video racked up over a whopping&nbsp;120 million views. Now, it&rsquo;s available everywhere from Lidl to Waitrose, with luxury brands like Lindt even jumping on the bandwagon. But viral success has a downside - turns out the world really did go nuts for it. A poor US harvest, limited shell-free supply, and a buying spree from chocolatiers have pushed pistachio prices up, with Iran increasing exports to the UAE by 40% to meet demand. Some shops are even rationing the bar - all thanks to the treat that broke the internet&hellip;and cracked the supply chain too! <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/dubai-chocolate-bar-tiktok-pistachio-shortage-b2736654.html">Read more about it here.</a>
<h3>Warehousing and logistics</h3>
M&amp;S is making moves in its supply chain with a massive new 390,000 sq. ft. distribution centre in Avonmouth, set to open in 2026. Nestled between its existing Bristol and Portbury sites, the depot will help keep shelves stocked across the Midlands, South West, and South Wales. It&rsquo;s also M&amp;S&rsquo;s greenest food depot yet, complete with solar panels and EV infrastructure. The investment is all part of a bigger plan to streamline logistics, cut costs, and future-proof operations. <a href="https://corporate.marksandspencer.com/media/press-releases/food-supply-chain-modernisation-programme-new-bristol-depot" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read more here.</a>
<h3>Manufacturing</h3>
Nova Tissue is on a roll after a &pound;1m machinery upgrade that&rsquo;s already boosted production by 25% and improved efficiency across the board. The Oldham-based firm, which makes 68 million toilet and kitchen rolls a year for retailers, wholesalers, and even local foodbanks, has brought in a new OM1 Bundler and Rewinder Line to streamline output. The kit&rsquo;s not only speeding things up - it&rsquo;s also improving product quality and reducing packaging use. With capacity up, they&rsquo;ve secured more business from a major UK supermarket, hired five new staff, and are targeting a &pound;2m jump in turnover this year. To find out more, <a href="https://corporate.marksandspencer.com/media/press-releases/food-supply-chain-modernisation-programme-new-bristol-depot" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here.</a>
In an extraordinary move, the UK government has stepped in to take control of British Steel&rsquo;s Scunthorpe site after emergency legislation was rushed through Parliament. The move prevents owners Jingye from shutting down its blast furnaces - something that would have ended primary steelmaking in the UK. With 2,700 jobs on the line, nationalisation now looks likely, as ministers say the intervention is about protecting critical infrastructure and securing the UK&rsquo;s ability to produce its own steel - though critics have questioned why similar action wasn&rsquo;t taken when Port Talbot Steelworks closed last year, or as Grangemouth Oil refinery heads for shutdown this summer. <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckg17g39x41o" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click to read more.</a>
<h3>Waste and recycling</h3>
Last month, the first phase of the government&rsquo;s 'simpler recycling' reforms came into effect for businesses in England. From now on, workplaces with 10 or more employees must separate food waste, non-recyclables, and dry recyclables such as plastics, metal, glass, paper, and card. While the aim is to streamline recycling and improve rates across the UK, some waste specialists are concerned that businesses haven&rsquo;t been given enough information about the new rules. With further reforms coming in 2026 and 2027, including requirements for household waste and micro-firms, the government is pushing for a greener, more circular economy. But as the rules take effect, there&rsquo;s still some confusion about how businesses should comply and what penalties they might face for getting it wrong. <a href="https://www.mrw.co.uk/news/simpler-recycling-reforms-come-into-force-for-workplaces-31-03-2025/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn more here.</a>
DS Smith, the fibre-based packaging solutions provider, has partnered with Prim&eacute;ale, a subsidiary of the French agricultural and food processing group Agrial, to develop plastic-free, fully recyclable packaging for their &lsquo;Vegetable Kit&rsquo; range. The new punnets, made from corrugated cardboard with a transparent cellulose hydrate lid, are designed to protect fresh produce while offering excellent visibility on supermarket shelves. The packaging is fully recyclable and includes a moisture barrier for direct contact with fresh food. This innovation supports both companies' commitment to sustainable packaging solutions and responds to growing consumer demand for eco-friendly, plastic-free options in food packaging. <a href="https://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/plastic-free-packaging-for-vegetable-kit-range/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read more about this here.</a>
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Trump’s tariffs incoming: why UK industries are bracing for a price surge

There&rsquo;s no getting around it - costs are rising across the board. The cost of employing a full-time National Living Wage worker has increased by 7.1% in real terms due to the latest minimum wage and employer National Insurance hikes. And for businesses like yours these aren&rsquo;t just isolated figures; they have a direct impact on profit margins, operational efficiency, and supply chain resilience.
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As these financial pressures mount, now is the perfect time to assess your supply chain from end to end - from materials and logistics to outsourced services like recruitment. Are your current suppliers providing the best possible value, or are there opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance reliability?
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Getting real value from your recruitment provider</h2>
Recruitment costs are often a primary focus in reviews, but too often, the emphasis is placed on price alone, overlooking the broader value and enhanced cost savings a strong recruitment partner can bring. With the rising cost of employment, a recruitment provider that delivers reliability, flexibility, and long-term efficiency can be the difference between a smooth operation and unnecessary expense &ndash; offering real savings that far outweigh a marginal reduction in the hourly management fee.
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At gap personnel we focus on delivering a recruitment service that works for you &ndash; no hidden fees, no surprises, just transparency and efficiency. Like you, we are also facing these rising employment costs, and while we adapt to these changes, we remain committed to <a style="color: #242c52;" href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/right-to-work-compliance-a-critical-check-for-your-business/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">helping our clients navigate these challenges compliantly </a>and cost-effectively. We follow the Association of Labour Providers&rsquo; charge rate guidance, ensuring complete clarity on costs. But beyond price, we prioritise flexibility, responsiveness, and proactive problem-solving to keep your workforce running smoothly.
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Time for a recruitment partner health check?
Now is the right moment to ask whether your recruitment provider is truly supporting your business:
<ul>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; color: #242c52;">Was the recent rate increase handled transparently and in a timely manner?</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; color: #242c52;">Is your provider actively helping you manage costs and workforce challenges?</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; color: #242c52;">Are they offering real flexibility and strategic support?</li>
</ul>
If any of these raise concerns, it may be time to explore alternatives. The reality is that while cost matters, a recruitment partner&rsquo;s ability to provide reliability, agility, and forward-thinking solutions is <a style="color: #242c52;" href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/the-power-of-transparent-pricing-in-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">critical to long-term savings</a>.
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">A seamless switch to stress free staffing</h2>
Reviewing your recruitment provider doesn&rsquo;t have to be a complicated process. At gap personnel we make the transition process a seamless one, ensuring minimal disruption while maximising long-term benefits. Our stress-free staffing approach takes the hassle out of hiring, helping you maintain (and improve!) efficiencies and <a style="color: #242c52;" href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/the-power-of-transparent-pricing-in-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">control costs.</a>
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With the new financial year underway, there&rsquo;s no better time to assess your supply chain and recruitment strategy.<a style="color: #242c52;" href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/recruit-staff/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Let&rsquo;s get the conversation started</a> - how can we <a style="color: #242c52;" href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/lets-get-started/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">help your business</a> navigate these cost challenges?
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Rising workforce costs – is it time to rethink your supply chain?

Welcome to your March edition of gap insight - your favourite recruitment newsletter! As March winds down, we&rsquo;re bidding farewell to Ramadan - Eid Mubarak for the coming weekend, to all who celebrate! Easter is still a few weeks away, so if you&rsquo;re sticking to your Lent sacrifices, stay strong. We&rsquo;re here to see you through the final stretch of the month with the latest from the employment, FMCG, manufacturing, warehousing, and waste and recycling sectors. So grab a brew and whatever Lent-friendly snack is getting you through, and let us regale you with the latest tales from the industry.
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<h3>In employment...</h3>
Big changes are coming to disability and sickness benefits, with the government aiming to get more people back into work. From cuts to the health top-up on Universal Credit for new claimants to a &pound;1bn investment in work programmes, the focus is shifting towards employment. By 2028, the work capability assessment will be scrapped, and jobseekers who&rsquo;ve paid in could get higher unemployment support. There&rsquo;s also a push for more face-to-face assessments and a &ldquo;right to try&rdquo; scheme, letting disabled people test working without risking their benefits. While ministers insist this will reduce long-term unemployment, charities warn it could push more people into poverty. <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/mar/18/key-changes-uk-benefits-cuts-disability-pip-labour" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read more here.</a>
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<h3>Latest employment data...</h3>
Estimates for payrolled employees increased by 9,000 ( 0.0% ) between December 2024 and January 2025 and rose by 44,000 (0.1%) between January 2024 and January 2025. The early estimate of payrolled employees for February 2025 increased by 21,000 (0.1%) on the month and increased by 66,000 (0.2% ) on the year to 30.4 million.
The UK employment rate for people aged 16 to 64 years was estimated at 75% in November 2024 to January 2025. This is above estimates of a year ago, and up in the latest quarter. The unemployment rate for those aged 16 years and over stood at 4.4% during the same period, an increase from a year earlier and the previous quarter. The UK Claimant Count for February 2025 increased on the month and is up on the year, at 1.775 million.
Economic inactivity among people aged 16 to 64 years was estimated at 21.5% in November 2024 to January 2025. Job vacancies in the UK in December 2024 to February 2025 was 816,000. Vacancies are broadly unchanged on the quarter (with early estimates suggesting a small increase of just 1,000) and are still above pre-coronavirus (COVID-19 ) pandemic levels.
Annual growth in employees' average regular earnings (excluding bonuses) was 5.9%, while total earnings (including bonuses) grew by 5.8% from November 2024 to January 2025. RTI pay data showed a similar growth rate compared to Average Weekly Earnings (AWE) including arrears. When adjusted for inflation using the Consumer Prices Index including owner occupiers' housing costs (CPIH), real-term growth was 2.2% for regular pay and 2.1% for total pay during the same period. In January , 50,000 working days were lost to labour disputes.&nbsp;For more details,&nbsp;<a tabindex="-1" href="https://www.ons.gov.uk/employmentandlabourmarket/peopleinwork/employmentandemployeetypes/bulletins/uklabourmarket/latest" target="_blank" rel="noopener">read the full ONS labour market report.</a>
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<h3><img src="https://www.canva.com/design/DAFG8LmaX2E/HRg_f4Mcks9LMffJ1K3-Kw/view?utm_content=DAFG8LmaX2E&amp;utm_campaign=designshare&amp;utm_medium=link2&amp;utm_source=uniquelinks&amp;utlId=hc662d950f5" alt="">In FMCG...</h3>
Activia is stirring things up with new flavours and formats in its Kefir and Fibre ranges, all in the name of better gut health. The latest launches include a larger Activia Kefir Natural and a new Peach Passion flavour, now available at Tesco and Ocado. The Fibre range is also getting a boost with Activia Fibre Berries and Cereals, hitting Tesco shelves on 31st March. With demand for gut-friendly foods on the rise, Activia is making it easier (and tastier) to give your digestion a little&nbsp;culture. Read more about Activia&rsquo;s latest gut-friendly innovations and where to find them <a href="https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/activia-expands-kefir-and-fibre-ranges-with-new-flavours-and-formats/701965.article" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here.&nbsp;</a>
Lipton Ice Tea sent fans into a frenzy this week after announcing it was axing its beloved Peach flavour - only to backtrack less than 24 hours later, calling it a premature April Fools&rsquo; joke. While it grabbed headlines, marketing experts are divided. Some say it was a savvy move that reignited interest in a classic drink, whilst others argue it risked alienating loyal customers by making them feel duped. Compared to Duolingo&rsquo;s recent viral mascot &lsquo;death,&rsquo; Lipton&rsquo;s stunt felt rushed and lacking in engagement, ultimately falling flat when it could have brewed up something bigger. Discover the full story behind Lipton&rsquo;s Peach flavour controversy and why experts are divided - read more <a href="https://www.grocerygazette.co.uk/2025/03/20/lipton-tea-refreshing-risky/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.
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<h3>In manufacturing...</h3>
Made in Britain has launched&nbsp;UnPacked, a new video series celebrating the leaders behind UK-made products - from tennis balls to tea towels. Hosted by journalist Matthew Stadlen, the series dives into the challenges and triumphs of British manufacturers, revealing what drives their success. With new episodes dropping weekly on the Made in Britain website, it&rsquo;s a must-watch for anyone passionate about UK industry. <a href="https://uk-manufacturing-online.co.uk/made-in-britain-shines-a-light-on-british-made-goods-in-new-campaign/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Discover the stories behind UK-made products and the innovators driving British manufacturing in the new UnPacked series.</a>
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New British electric vehicle brand Perseus is making its debut with a premium compact SUV, set to launch in Europe by late 2027. Instead of building everything from scratch, they&rsquo;re teaming up with leading automotive manufacturers, an Italian design house, and a European contract manufacturer to speed things up. The SUV will run on a cutting-edge licensed EV platform, packed with AI tech, and sold directly to consumers. With a leadership team consisting of JLR, Lotus, and Bentley alum, as well as talent from INEOS Automotive, Perseus is aiming for high-end design and performance - without the luxury price tag. <a href="https://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/all-new-premium-british-electric-vehicle-brand-perseus-launches/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Find out more here.</a>
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LogiMAT 2025, one of the biggest trade shows for intralogistics and supply chain management, has revealed its best product winners, highlighting the latest game-changers in warehouse automation. This year&rsquo;s top innovations include KNAPP&rsquo;s AeroBot, a smart storage system where self-driving robots move in all directions to store and retrieve items quickly and efficiently. Also making waves is Kathrein Solutions' RFID Reader Gen4, which tracks pallets using radio signals instead of barcodes, instantly updating stock levels without the need for manual scanning. Rounding off the winners, PSI Software&rsquo;s PSIwms AI takes warehouse management to the next level by creating a virtual version of the warehouse to test and improve processes, reducing unnecessary movement and making operations much faster. Big wins for tech that make warehouses faster, smarter,&nbsp;and easier to run.<a href="https://warehousenews.co.uk/2025/03/best-product-award-presented-at-logimat-2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Find out more about LogiMAT 2025&rsquo;s top innovations here.</a>
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A new Biffa survey reveals that while 93% of manufacturers have or plan to implement a sustainability strategy, 99% say they need more support - especially with Simpler Recycling laws coming in March 2025. The biggest barrier? Cost, with nearly half saying tight budgets are holding them back. Biffa&rsquo;s latest whitepaper,&nbsp;What iff you could unlock value from manufacturing waste?, breaks down how to make sustainability pay. From smarter material choices to turning waste into a revenue stream, it&rsquo;s all about making green work&nbsp;for your business, not against it. From smarter material choices to turning waste into a revenue stream, it&rsquo;s all about making green work for your business, not against it.<a href="https://uk-manufacturing-online.co.uk/99-of-industrial-manufacturers-say-they-need-more-support-to-be-sustainable-finds-biffa-survey/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Explore Biffa&rsquo;s findings and solutions here.</a>
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<div class="description"><h3>What makes Premdor a different kind of workplace?</h3>&nbsp;What makes working for this leading company different? Well, that&rsquo;s easy:&nbsp;They understand that people are key and are a composite of diverse people who come together by showing support and respect to one another.&nbsp;They hire people that demonstrate integrity under pressure. Integrity is at the foundation of everything they do. It is in each door they make, in their commitment delivery and in their honest and sincere communication.</div>

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Operating from one of our many branches across England and Wales, our consultants are on hand to offer tailored support and local knowledge for all your recruitment needs.

This is our business mindset, constantly striving to redefine the standard of excellence in everything we do, always looking for opportunities for improvement across our core values.We operate in a manner where continuous 360 feedback is encouraged and proactively sought to enable us to identify areas where further development or improvement is required.

The best interests of all our people are at the heart of all we do; we’re not “yes” people, we want to offer our expertise, even if it means a difficult conversation. We always look to ensure that we fully identify the needs of our customers, operate our business in a manner which not only meets the needs of our customers, but, where possible, exceeds them.

We uphold a culture of responsibility, defining and agreeing expectations, and being held accountable against them. Delivering appropriate training to our teams meaning everyone at The Company understands how to do their job and always aim to do it right first time. 

We are not faceless; we’re people who work on a national basis across a range of sectors, all towards a common goal. Let’s have real conversations about needs and how we can help. Regularly review our service provision processes. Identify the potential for errors, review and seek countermeasures and implement improved processes and controls to eliminate them.

We offer peace of mind through ethical and compliant practices, for clients, candidates, and employees. Maintain a fair and creative work environment that respects and rewards new ideas, innovation and hard work. 

<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2>We’re a fully qualified driving school able to support drivers through their initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/employers-specialisms/cpc-training/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

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We have lots of compliance processes in place to safeguard the welfare of our workers, but it’s more than that - we promise to always be totally transparent. You’ll know every detail of any placement on offer before you agree to it, and if it’s not for you there’ll be no pressure from us.

<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2>We’re a fully qualified driving school able to support you through your initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/job-seekers-specialisms/cpc-training/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

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Need new industrial staff for your business?We can help you recruit temporary and permanent employees in Warehousing, Logistics, Manufacturing, FMCG and many other blue-collar roles.With over 50 hubs across England and Wales made up of high-street branches and onsite managed services, we're confident we can source and hire the candidates you're looking for.Please let us know your requirements and we'll be in touch within 24 hours.

<div>Premdor is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of timber doors. They supply both interior and exterior doors and their extensive range also includes everything from French and folding doors to doorsets. Their products benefit from almost 90 years of experience in door and joinery manufacturing. Premdor was the first joinery manufacturer to produce and sell moulded panel doors in the UK and, as a result, they have gained an unrivalled reputation for offering new joinery solutions to the market.</div>

<div class="description"><h2>Do you have high-volume temporary requirements?</h2>Onsite supply solution:<ul><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">Your dedicated contract management team will be based within your operation as an extension of your operational team.</li><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">They&rsquo;ll be right there to partner with you to target improvements across key areas like planning, fulfilment, pre-placement training, productivity, and compliance.</li><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">But it&rsquo;s about so much more than operational delivery; candidate engagement at every stage of the journey is central to success. We&rsquo;ll work with you to increase candidate attraction and minimise worker attrition so you can benefit from the associated efficiency gains.</li></ul>Want to hear more about what our onsite team can do for you? We have a specialist high-volume implementation team ready to support a seamless, fully-risk-managed transition to our service &ndash; let&rsquo;s get the conversation started.</div>

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