PSM Recruitment are working with a well established, family owned IFA, with over 20 years’ experience in the financial sector. They are seeking a full time Paraplanner or Paraplanner/ Advisor to help them manage and continue to grow their professional and ethical practice. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to become an adviser as in the long term they are seeking a person to develop the existing client bank as well as generate new business with new clients.

PSM Recruitment is looking for an experienced IFA Administrator / Junior Paraplanner for our well established and family owned company based in Folkestone.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys responsibility, takes pride in high-quality work, and wants to demonstrate they can successfully run the administration function of a busy office while managing and supporting others.  

Reporting directly to the Senior Adviser, you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the business, ensuring smooth office operations and robust compliance standards.

This role would ideally suit someone who wants to prove they can manage people, processes and responsibility within a small office environment, with scope to grow as the business develops.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing new business applications within deadlines
• Checking incoming case submissions for missing information and obtaining any missing information
• Liaising directly with product providers
• Preparing and sending invoices
• Maintaining accurate client records – obtaining, inputting and updating client information and policies on the back office system
• Processing LoAs from start to finish
• Preparing client reports and analytical data
• Filing & photocopying
• General office admin duties
• Effectively handling and processing all client and prospective client communications & enquiries
• Greeting and escorting visitors

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Knowledge of back office systems (Intelliflo desirable)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Competent use of Excel, Word, Outlook and Adobe
• Excellent communication & written presentation skills
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn and develop
• Experience in processing mortgage, protection and investment applications (Fidelity & Quilter platforms desirable)
• Studying, or planning to study, towards Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning
• English GCSE and Maths GSCE
• Minimum two years’ experience working in an IFA practice

Salary:  £25,000 – £35,000 (depending on experience)

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well-established and professional company. If you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

PSM Recruitment is seeking a skilled Chef, to join our client’s team in Dover area. You will be running the kitchen during your shift, preparing food to order and assisting the Head Chef and Manager with the development and profitability of the restaurant.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes following recipes
• Work under pressure in an open kitchen, in a fast-paced environment
• Manage the shift team effectively for maximum productivity and service levels
• Ensure food is cooked to the correct temperature and presented attractively
• Assist in keeping the kitchen clean and organised
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver high-quality meals
• Be able to take in deliveries and rotate stock effectively
• Maintain the highest standards of presentation and quality at all times

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience cooking in a kitchen, in a restaurant or similar setting
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary terminology
• Understanding of food safety practices
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and passion for creating delicious meals
• Must be able to work on a shift pattern of early starts and late finishes

Benefits :

• Straight shifts, with a regular weekend off
• Staff parking and discounted food
• Company uniform provided
• Get to be part of a supportive team

Hours:  40 hours per week, on a 9-hour shift system covering the hours between 6.00am and 10.00pm (or 7.30am to 10.00pm Sunday)

Salary:  £14.50ph 

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well-established and professional company. If you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

PSM Recruitment are seeking a Client Services & Marketing Administrator to join a fast growing successful, data-driven, communications services company based in Orpington, you will play a key role in delivering excellent customer service while supporting a wide range of marketing activities. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who is proactive, highly organised, and eager to develop their skills within a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing efficient administrative support to the Client Services team and acting as a primary point of contact for visitors and incoming enquiries

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date information within the CRM system

• Updating the company website and ensuring content is engaging and SEO-optimised

• Planning and executing email marketing campaigns and monitoring response rates

• Creating, generating, and scheduling content across social media and internal online channels

• Coordinating the quarterly newsletter, liaising with designers and contributors to ensure deadlines are met

• Assisting with the creation of company presentations and sales support materials

• Working collaboratively with marketing specialists to help deliver the overall marketing strategy

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• 1–2 years’ experience in an office-based marketing and/or client services role

• Excellent copywriting and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability

• Experience creating basic creative assets, including simple graphics and video content

• Experience coordinating marketing activities or projects

• The ability to commute to the Orpington office (within approximately one hour)

Hours are Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm based full - time in the office 

Salary £25,000 - £28,000 DOE 

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £14.50 per hour

PSM Recruitment are seeking Level 2 & Level 3 Kindergarten Assistants for a nurturing, Steiner-inspired kindergarten based in Chartham, offering a warm, holistic, and nature-rich early years environment. Their approach honours the whole child, head, heart, and hands, supporting children’s emotional, physical, social, and creative development through rhythm, imaginative play, and close connection to the natural world.

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Kindergarten Assistants to join their dedicated team. The successful candidate will support the Lead Practitioner in providing a calm, purposeful, and inspiring environment for young children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children’s learning and development in line with a Steiner-inspired, holistic philosophy

• Help maintain a warm, calm, and rhythmic daily routine

• Encourage imaginative play, creativity, storytelling, music, and practical activities

• Support outdoor learning and nature-based activities, including gardening, seasonal crafts, and exploration

• Assist with setting up and maintaining a beautiful, natural learning environment

• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, colleagues, and parents

• Support children’s emotional wellbeing and social development

• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and early years policies at all times

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)

• Have a genuine passion for working with young children

• Feel aligned with, or are keen to learn about, Steiner/Waldorf principles

• Value nature, creativity, and holistic child development

• Are calm, patient, nurturing, and dependable

• Enjoy working as part of a close, supportive team

• Are willing to work outdoors in all seasons

What is on Offer

• A supportive, values-led working environment

• Opportunities to deepen your understanding of Steiner-inspired early years practice

• A beautiful, nature-focused setting

• Consistent full-time hours, Monday to Friday

• Ongoing professional development

Location: Chartham
Hours: Full-time, 41 hours per week, Monday–Friday

Salary:  £26031.72 - £32427.72

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

Operations Manager – Customs Brokerage 

Location: Dover
Salary: £50,000 (Negotiable)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

PSM Recruitment is working with a leading customs brokerage business to recruit an experienced Operations Manager to take full responsibility for their Dover office. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role, acting as the first-line decision maker for the site and playing a key role in driving operational excellence, compliance, and team development.

The Role

You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring productivity, accuracy, and service delivery are aligned with wider business goals. A strong focus of the role is on departmental structure, process improvement, automation, and people development, working closely with team leaders, specialists, and senior leadership.

Key Accountabilities

• Full responsibility for the daily operational performance of the Dover office

• Ensure high standards of productivity, accuracy, and compliance across all teams

• Work closely with the Brokerage Director and leadership team to implement policies, procedures, and systems

• Line manage Team Leaders and Specialists, aligning objectives and supporting mentoring across the declarant network

• Design and implement a framework for specialist roles, including tailored job descriptions aligned to individual skill sets

• Oversee systems automation and process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

• Build and maintain strong operational relationships with customers, both new and existing

• Ensure adequate staffing and coverage for the 24/7 shift system, including weekend on-call rota

Key Responsibilities

• Lead by example, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures

• Create, maintain, and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Liaise with HMRC and other relevant authorities to facilitate customs clearance

• Produce and support weekly and monthly operational reports for Directors

• Conduct monthly internal reviews with key stakeholders to share best practice and drive continuous improvement

• Manage holidays, absences, return-to-work interviews, and HR documentation

• Carry out 1-2-1s, appraisals, and performance management processes

• Stay up to date with import, export, and transit legislation through industry webinars and seminars

• Act as the single point of contact for audits, working closely with the audit team and organising training to close skill gaps

• Support key client relationships alongside the Operations Manager and senior stakeholders

• Ensure Team Leaders actively manage customer IOPs and internal instructions

What to Expect

• Office-based role in Dover

• Smart / casual dress code

• A fast-paced and sometimes high-pressure environment, supported by an experienced leadership team

• Occasional travel to other offices to support business needs

• Attendance at customer meetings, sometimes involving overnight stays

• Out-of-hours working as required to meet operational demands

About You

You will be an experienced customs or brokerage operations leader, confident managing teams, improving processes, and working in a regulated, time-critical environment. Strong people management, stakeholder communication, and compliance knowledge are essential.

Job Title: Automation Electrical Engineer
Location: Ramsgate 
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

PSM Recruitment are looking for an experienced Automation Electrical Engineer to join a successful company based in Ramsgate, specialising in plastics processing machinery and ancillary equipment. The role is responsible for development, testing and maintenance of automation for machinery and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for plastics processing machinery (e.g., injection moulding, extrusion, blow moulding) and ancillary equipment (e.g., material handling, dryers, temperature control units, robotics).

• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.

• Support installation, commissioning, and integration of new equipment and automation projects.

• Diagnose and repair electrical and automation issues to minimise downtime.

• To undertake and maintain '5S' activity within the Maintenance and Maintenance stores areas.

• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to deliver technical support and improvements.

• Ensure all electrical work complies with relevant safety regulations and industry standards, maintain good housekeeping.

• Drive continuous improvement and process optimisation through automation upgrades and innovation.

• To undertake monthly inspections and testing of emergency lighting.

Skills & Experience

• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field or 2 years experience.

• Proven experience in automation and electrical engineering within the plastics processing industry or similar manufacturing environment.

• Hands-on experience with robotics, motion control, and integration of ancillary equipment.

• Competence in electrical design, fault finding, and use of electrical test equipment.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Knowledge of relevant health, safety, and compliance standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).

• Exposure to cutting-edge automation technologies in plastics processing.

• Training and development to support career growth.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Job Title: Toolmaker – Injection Moulding Tools
Location: Ramsgate
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

PSM Recruitment are seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join a company in Ramsgate. The successful candidate will be responsible for the repair, maintenance, and servicing of injection moulding tools, ensuring production efficiency, reliability, and quality. This is a hands-on role that requires precision, attention to detail, and experience working with a variety of toolroom equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, servicing, modification and preventative maintenance on injection moulding tools.

• Use of manual milling machines. 
• Use of lathes, surface and cylinder grinders.

• Diagnose and resolve tool-related issues to minimise downtime.

• Strip, inspect, and rebuild tools to required specifications.

• Operate toolroom machinery such as mills, lathes, grinders, and EDM equipment.

• Maintain high standards of accuracy and quality in all toolmaking work.

• Work closely with production and engineering teams to support manufacturing requirements.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

• Maintain accurate records of tool repairs and modifications.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Toolmaker, ideally within injection moulding.

• Strong knowledge of toolroom practices and machining processes.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

• Competence in using precision measuring equipment.

• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.

• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Toolmaking/Engineering is desirable or minimum 4 years experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

• Ongoing training and development.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Long-term career prospects within a growing company.

• Hours are 8am - 4pm Monday - Friday