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Children’s Support Worker

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Children’s Support Worker – Make a Real Difference

Join Major Healthcare and be part of a team that genuinely puts children and young people first.

We’re looking for genuine, passionate, resilient, and progressive individuals to support children and young people with Autism, ADHD, trauma, and complex needs. This is your opportunity to provide safe, consistent, and meaningful support that helps young people feel understood and move forward positively.

The Role

  • Provide nurturing, child-centred support
  • Support routines, communication, and daily activities
  • Use Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches
  • Follow care plans and maintain clear, accurate records
  • Promote safeguarding, dignity, equality, diversity, and inclusion at all times

What You Need

  • 6-12 months’ UK care experience (children or young people)
  • Experience with behaviours that may challenge
  • A genuine, passionate, resilient, and progressive approach
  • Strong communication skills
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Training & Development That Actually Matters

We’re heavily investing in Learning & Development so you feel confident from day one:

  • 2-day structured Children’s Induction
  • Face-to-face Basic Life Support (BLS) training
  • Specialist training including NAPPI (focused on PBS and de-escalation)
  • Brand new e-learning platform
  • Ongoing face-to-face and virtual training
  • Real learning you can apply in practice, not just tick boxes

What We Offer

  • Flexible shifts
  • Weekly pay + enhanced weekend rates
  • Ongoing support from an experienced team
  • Clear progression opportunities

Safeguarding & Equality Commitment

Major Healthcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of care, professionalism, equality, and inclusion.

Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS, right to work checks, and satisfactory references.

Apply Now

If you want a role where you can genuinely make a difference every day, we want to hear from you. Please contact the North East Branch on 01325 524050 or email info@major-healthcare.com

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Children and Young People Support Worker

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Children’s Support Worker – Make a Real Difference

Join Major Healthcare and be part of a team that genuinely puts children and young people first.

We’re looking for genuine, passionate, resilient, and progressive individuals to support children and young people with Autism, ADHD, trauma, and complex needs. This is your opportunity to provide safe, consistent, and meaningful support that helps young people feel understood and move forward positively.

The Role

  • Provide nurturing, child-centred support
  • Support routines, communication, and daily activities
  • Use Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches
  • Follow care plans and maintain clear, accurate records
  • Promote safeguarding, dignity, equality, diversity, and inclusion at all times

What You Need

  • 6-12 months’ UK care experience (children or young people)
  • Experience with behaviours that may challenge
  • A genuine, passionate, resilient, and progressive approach
  • Strong communication skills
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Training & Development That Actually Matters

We’re heavily investing in Learning & Development so you feel confident from day one:

  • 2-day structured Children’s Induction
  • Face-to-face Basic Life Support (BLS) training
  • Specialist training including NAPPI (focused on PBS and de-escalation)
  • Brand new e-learning platform
  • Ongoing face-to-face and virtual training
  • Real learning you can apply in practice, not just tick boxes

What We Offer

  • Flexible shifts
  • Weekly pay + enhanced weekend rates
  • Ongoing support from an experienced team
  • Clear progression opportunities

Safeguarding & Equality Commitment

Major Healthcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of care, professionalism, equality, and inclusion.

Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS, right to work checks, and satisfactory references.

Apply Now

If you want a role where you can genuinely make a difference every day, we want to hear from you. Please contact the North East Branck on 01325 524050 or email info@major-healthcare.com

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Product Manager – Fusegear

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Product Manager – Fusegear

Location: Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £70,800 per annum
Working Pattern: Primarily site-based, with some hybrid flexibility considered for the right candidate

The Opportunity

We are working with an established British manufacturing business with an international customer base, specialising in electrical protection and fusegear products.

Due to continued growth and development of their product portfolio, they are looking to appoint an experienced Product Manager – Fusegear.

This is a newly created position offering the opportunity to take ownership of an established product portfolio and have a genuine influence on its future direction, development and growth.

This is not simply a product coordination role. You will be responsible for product strategy, portfolio management, market intelligence and product lifecycle management, working closely with customers, commercial teams, R&D, engineering, manufacturing and quality.

The Role

You will take ownership of the product portfolio across LV and MV fusegear, managing products throughout their complete lifecycle from introduction and growth through to maturity and rationalisation.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Develop and own the product strategy and portfolio roadmap.
  • Identify opportunities for new products, product variants and product improvements.
  • Determine where products should be developed, grown, standardised or rationalised.
  • Conduct market and competitor analysis to understand customer requirements and market positioning.
  • Visit customers and engage with the market to identify current and future product requirements.
  • Translate customer and market feedback into clear product requirements and development priorities.
  • Work closely with R&D and engineering teams throughout product development and modification.
  • Define product requirements and support technical development, testing and validation.
  • Own product roadmaps and support successful product launches.
  • Support pricing, cost optimisation and margin improvement initiatives.
  • Provide product expertise to sales teams, distributors and customers.
  • Attend customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events.
  • Work closely with manufacturing, quality and supply chain teams on product performance, cost and delivery.
  • Support product standardisation, engineering changes and portfolio rationalisation.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Product Manager, Product Line Manager, Portfolio Manager or Technical Product Manager who has developed their career within switchgear, fusegear, circuit protection or electrical protection products.

You will ideally have:

  • Proven experience within switchgear, fusegear or electrical protection.
  • Strong understanding of LV and MV products and their applications.
  • Experience managing a product portfolio or product line within a manufacturing environment.
  • A proven track record in product strategy and lifecycle management.
  • Experience developing product roadmaps based on customer and market requirements.
  • Strong customer-facing and commercial skills.
  • Experience working closely with R&D, engineering and manufacturing teams.
  • The ability to understand technical requirements and translate them into commercially viable product solutions.
  • Experience assessing competitors, market opportunities and product positioning.
  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
  • A strategic mindset combined with the ability to understand technical detail.
  • The confidence to challenge existing thinking and introduce new ideas.
  • A proactive, analytical and results-focused approach.

An engineering qualification in Electrical, Mechanical or Materials Engineering would be advantageous.

Experience with electrical standards, testing and certification would also be beneficial.

Why This Role?

This is a newly created Product Management role, giving you the opportunity to make a genuine impact rather than simply manage an established roadmap.

You will have the scope to influence decisions around:

  • Product strategy and future development
  • New product opportunities
  • Market and customer requirements
  • Portfolio growth
  • Product standardisation
  • Product lifecycle and rationalisation

You will act as the link between customers and the market and the internal technical and engineering teams, helping shape the products the business takes to market.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced product professional who wants to combine technical expertise, commercial thinking and strategic product management.

Location

The role is based in Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne.

A strong onsite presence will be required to work effectively with R&D, engineering and manufacturing teams. Some hybrid flexibility may be considered for the right candidate, but regular attendance at the site will be required.

Interested?

If you are an experienced Product Manager with a switchgear, fusegear or electrical protection background and are looking for a role where you can genuinely influence product strategy and business growth, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today or contact K&D Recruitment for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.

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Hydraulic Technician

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A Hydraulic Technician is needed by a growing engineering company in the Sunderland area to carry out a mixture of workshop and site based service, maintenance and assembly work

Your main responsibilities will be

  • On-site trouble shooting of hydraulic systems.
  • Carry out on site installations and workshop repairs
  • Commissioning, flushing and testing.
  • Preparing site reports.
  • Assembly and functional test power units.
  • On site and workshop pipework.
  • Attend out of hours call-outs.

The ideal candidate will an experienced hydraulic technician with good fault-finding and trouble shooting skills and experience of onsite planned maintenance routines and overhaul of hydraulic components.

The role is for 37.5 hours with additional overtime as customer requirements dictate. Some working away from home is required but for short periods, customer call outs are also part of the job role when required. The role also comes with a company van. Good training and technical development opportunities available

If you would like more information please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV

Electronics Test Technician

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An Electronics Test Technician is needed by a busy engineering company to join their team

Working closely with the design and production teams you will check that products are correctly built and conform to test procedures. This will include programming a range of processors. You will perform tests based on set procedures and recommendation for improvements in the efficiency of testing, fault find down to component level aided with circuit diagrams and maintain test equipment used to interface product under test.

You will also design and build test equipment required to improve testing efficiency of the Companies products, assist team members with fault finding and the development of new products and adhere to all quality & health and safety standards e.g. Failure reporting systems

YOUR SKILLS

The successful candidate will have a HNC or Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or equivalent and some experience of electrical & electronics testing within a manufacturing environment. You will also have experience of using general test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators and current meters). You will need to be able to fault find down to component level and be able to communicate with staff at all levels.

This is an exciting role with a growing technology company. If you are interested in joining a forward thinking team please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV

Mechanical Design Engineer

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A Mechanical Design Engineer with good 3D CAD skills is needed to work for a busy manufacturing company in the Gateshead area

YOUR NEW JOB

Working in a small design team you will design enclosures and use the MRP system to create accurate BOM’s. You will be working on both new and existing product ranges and creating 3D mechanical designs and providing all manufacturing drawings to the operations teams. You will also monitor the progress of all undertaken mechanical design by holding regular design reviews with the aim to speed up product introduction and reduce design change costs. You will also ensure mechanical design solutions are viable and cost effective, utilising all available manufacturing methods

KEY SKILLS

The ideal candidate will have a HNC in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline and experience of mechanical design of enclosures, fabrications and assemblies. You will need good 3D CAD skills (CREO, Inventor, Solidworks etc) and be able to transfer 3D CAD data into 2D drawing packs and standardise the formats.

You will need to be adaptable, be able to communicate well across departments and work with minimum supervision to agreed timescales. You will have an innovative approach to mechanical design, demonstrate good mechanical engineering knowledge, have good attention to detail and ability to complete fully assigned tasks. You will also need to be able to communicate will with customers and suppliers and be proficient with MRP systems and MS Office

APPLY NOW

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established manufacturing company with good technical and career development opportunities

If you are interested in this exciting role please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now and send your CV

Commercial Energy Sales Executive

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Commercial Energy Sales Opportunities – Multiple Roles Available

Our North East based clients are expanding their highly successful B2B sales operation based at their head office in Sunderland and is seeking experienced Commercial Energy Sales professionals to join their rapidly growing business.

These opportunities are available across a range of roles including Lead Generators, Energy Consultants, Closers, and Business Development Managers, offering clear progression and strong earning potential.

The Opportunity

This is a B2B sales environment where you will play a key role in generating new business, managing client relationships, and driving revenue growth.

Depending on your experience, you will be responsible for building and managing your own pipeline, closing deals, and developing long-term client partnerships.

You will benefit from a market-leading, uncapped commission structure, giving you full control over your earnings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Generating new business through outbound activity and warm leads
  • Building, managing, and converting a strong sales pipeline
  • Developing long-term relationships with commercial clients
  • Identifying opportunities through effective questioning and objection handling
  • Managing the full sales cycle (for experienced consultants/closers)
  • Consistently achieving and exceeding daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs

About You

  • Previous experience within commercial energy
  • Proven track record in B2B sales and hitting targets
  • Self-motivated, driven, and financially ambitious
  • Excellent communication skills – professional and articulate
  • Strong objection handling and negotiation ability
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
  • Team player with a positive and proactive mindset

Package

  • £18,000 – £65 basic salary (depending on experience)
  • Realistic OTE: Up to £120k DoE
  • Uncapped commission structure – no limits on earnings
  • Performance-based salary increases

Working Hours

  • Monday – Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Friday: 9:00am – 1:00pm
  • No evenings or weekends
  • All of December off, fully paid

Benefits:

  • Unrivalled commission structure
  • Contractual salary increases based purely on your own performance
  • Uncapped commissions, earn as little or as much as you want.
  • Clear career progression, with ongoing training, support, and development.
  • Total of 28 days holiday with all bank holidays off, never work evenings or weekends
  • Weekly Cash Incentives
  • Monthly Cash Incentives
  • Other incentives have been TV’s, Weekend breaks, extra time off, plus many more
  • On-Site Parking
  • The opportunity to study for registered qualifications Discounted corporate gym membership at David Lloyd Clubs (Luxury gym, swim, and racquet club)
  • In house training team
  • Birthday off paid
  • Wellbeing team

Energy Consultant

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Energy Consultant
Location: Sunderland
Job Type: Full-Time | Office Based

The Opportunity

An established and growing business within the commercial energy sector is looking to expand its successful B2B sales division with experienced Energy Consultants based in Sunderland.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced commercial energy sales professionals who understand the B2B energy market and can confidently manage the full sales cycle.

As an Energy Consultant, you’ll be responsible for developing both new and existing business relationships, advising customers on their energy options, and delivering tailored solutions that genuinely add value. You’ll work in a fast-paced but supportive environment where performance is recognised, progression is encouraged, and earning potential is uncapped.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing high-volume outbound B2B sales activity
  • Building and maintaining a strong customer pipeline
  • Developing long-term relationships with business owners and decision-makers
  • Taking a consultative approach to commercial energy sales
  • Understanding customer requirements through effective questioning and fact-finding
  • Presenting tailored energy solutions designed to save customers time and money
  • Managing your own diary, pipeline, and CRM activity effectively
  • Achieving and exceeding daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs
  • Delivering a high standard of customer service throughout the sales process

About You

  • Previous experience working as an Energy Consultant within the commercial energy sector is essential
  • Proven track record of achieving sales targets in a B2B environment
  • Strong understanding of the commercial energy market
  • Confident communicator with excellent objection handling and closing ability
  • Self-motivated, ambitious, and driven by success
  • Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
  • Professional, articulate, and customer-focused
  • Strong organisational and diary management skills
  • Team player who aligns with a collaborative culture

What’s On Offer

  • Competitive basic salary up to £50,000
  • Realistic OTE of £75,000-£90,000+
  • Up front commission payments
  • Contractual salary increases based on performance
  • Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm | Friday 9am-3pm
  • 30 days holiday plus the option to buy more
  • Birthday off, fully paid
  • Private healthcare
  • Weekly and monthly incentives
  • Career progression and development opportunities
  • Ongoing training and industry qualifications
  • Regular staff events and recognition awards
  • Free on-site parking

Why Apply?

This business has built a strong reputation for creating a supportive, high-performing culture where employees are encouraged to grow, contribute ideas, and build long-term careers.

For experienced Energy Consultants looking to join a company that combines strong earning potential with genuine career development and a positive team culture, this is an excellent opportunity.

Electrical / Electronics Test Engineer

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An Electronics Test Technician is needed by a busy engineering company to join their team

Working closely with the design and production teams you will check that products are correctly built and conform to test procedures. This will include programming a range of processors. You will perform tests based on set procedures and recommendation for improvements in the efficiency of testing, fault find down to component level aided with circuit diagrams and maintain test equipment used to interface product under test.

You will also design and build test equipment required to improve testing efficiency of the Companies products, assist team members with fault finding and the development of new products and adhere to all quality & health and safety standards e.g. Failure reporting systems

YOUR SKILLS

The successful candidate will have a HNC or Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or equivalent and some experience of electrical & electronics testing within a manufacturing environment. You will also have experience of using general test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators and current meters). You will need to be able to fault find down to component level and be able to communicate with staff at all levels.

This is an exciting role with a growing technology company. If you are interested in joining a forward thinking team please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV

Electrical / Electronics Test Engineer

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An Electronics Test Technician is needed by a busy engineering company to join their team

Working closely with the design and production teams you will check that products are correctly built and conform to test procedures. This will include programming a range of processors. You will perform tests based on set procedures and recommendation for improvements in the efficiency of testing, fault find down to component level aided with circuit diagrams and maintain test equipment used to interface product under test.

You will also design and build test equipment required to improve testing efficiency of the Companies products, assist team members with fault finding and the development of new products and adhere to all quality & health and safety standards e.g. Failure reporting systems

YOUR SKILLS

The successful candidate will have a HNC or Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or equivalent and some experience of electrical & electronics testing within a manufacturing environment. You will also have experience of using general test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators and current meters). You will need to be able to fault find down to component level and be able to communicate with staff at all levels.

This is an exciting role with a growing technology company. If you are interested in joining a forward thinking team please call Adam Jones at Major Recruitment or click Apply Now to send your CV