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  • Last chance for a say on Council’s 4-day week

    Last chance for a say on Council’s 4-day week

    A public consultation on the 4-Day working week trial at South Cambridgeshire District Council closes at midnight on Sunday (23 March). Anyone, from anywhere in the world, is invited to have their say on the working arrangement through the survey. The Council says the results will be used to guide its next steps with the initiative. 

    Take part

    The consultation can be accessed online. South Cambridgeshire residents who would prefer to complete a paper survey can email communications@scambs.gov.uk or call 01954 713 000.

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    As South Cambridgeshire District and Cambridge City councils share some key services – Greater Cambridge Shared Planning and Greater Cambridge Shared Waste – residents of Cambridge city are also being encouraged to comment on their experiences of using these services using the online link. 

    Cambridge city residents who would prefer to complete a paper survey can email communications@cambridge.gov.uk for a copy.

    Criticism

    Opposition councillors widely criticised the consultation publicly before it went live eight weeks ago. 

    They argue residents may struggle to answer questions that refer back to before the 4-day week trial was introduced in January 2023. It was also felt people should be asked directly whether they support the working arrangement or not – with the response being a simple yes/no answer. 

    However, Lib Dems argue this would make the survey a referendum and the current format offers a richer insight.

    Next steps

    HI HUB asked the Council if there was any information available on how many responses it had received so far and how long it takes on average for people to complete the survey. A spokesperson said these details are not available while the consultation is still active. 

    He explained after the closing date, the results will be independently analysed by the market research company DJS Research, who will provide a report on the findings. At a previous council meeting, it was revealed the findings should be made available by the summer. 

    READ MORE: Referendum on 4-day week trial would be ‘meaningless’

  • 1 bedroom house for sale in Melvin Way

    1 bedroom house for sale in Melvin Way

    Guide price £180,000, freehold.
    (To be sold using the “Modern Method of Auction” – see “More Info“ for details)

    Downstairs: Living room, kitchen.

    Upstairs: Bedroom, bathroom.

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  • Part time Cleaner – Gleam Cleaning

    PART TIME CLEANER REQUIRED for Marketing Suites, Show Homes and New Homes ready to be occupied.

    Gleam Cleaning needs to recruit a reliable, hardworking, friendly cleaner with attention to detail to join our friendly team.

    Hours vary, ideally 2 days a week with the potential of more days as and when the work demands. Full details can be discussed. However, the applicant needs to be available to leave Histon at 7am and have their own car is essential.

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    Uniform and equipment will be supplied. Pay is above minimum hourly rate.

    Please contact Julie Webb: Gleamcleaning@btinternet.com

  • 4 bedroom terraced house to rent in Roselea

    Available now for £1,950pcm, unfurnished.

    Downstairs: Entrance hall, reception/dining room, kitchen, cloakroom, conservatory.

    Upstairs: Four bedrooms, bathroom.

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    Garage.

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  • Piano Tutors – Cambridgeshire Music

    Piano Tutors – Cambridgeshire Music

    Cambridgeshire Music, who are based in the old infant school site, are recruiting for this role via Cambridgeshire County Council.

    Two Piano Tutors to support existing work in education settings. The roles will include a contribution to their evening or weekend ensemble provision from time to time, holiday courses and activity outside of schools. These posts are offered initially on a 12 months fixed term basis and conversion to permanent roles will be considered during the contract period once delivery of activity is stable. Closing Date 31 May, 2025

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  • Arts Business Administrator – Cambridgeshire Music

    Arts Business Administrator – Cambridgeshire Music

    Cambridgeshire Music, who are based in the old infant school site, are recruiting for this role via Cambridgeshire County Council.

    Arts Business Administrator to provide friendly, efficient, customer-facing, front-line public services to clients and partners of Cambridgeshire Music within the Business Team. You will need to be able to work on occasion on evenings at some weekends, as required to meet service needs. You will be supported and supervised and have responsibility for managing stock and equipment as required. Customer services include reception, digital systems support, information provision and face to face transactions with service users. Alongside this you will help our service run well by completing a range of administration tasks. Within the day to day running of our Histon Music and Cultural Education Centre, activities can include helping set up spaces, library and instrument loan and general building operation and assisting in the delivery of events. This post is offered initially on a 12 months fixed term basis and conversion to a permanent role will be considered during the contract period. Closing Date 31 May, 2025

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  • Assistant Accountant – NIAB

    Assistant Accountant – NIAB

    NIAB, a crop science organisation, are looking for this role based at their Park Farm location in Impington.

    Assistant Accountant to support financial operations, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and assisting with reconciliations, payroll, and reporting. Maintaining accurate financial records, including supplier ledger and bank transactions. Processing and reconciling month-end journals, prepayments, and accruals. Conducting weekly and monthly sales ledger and purchase ledger reconciliations. Supporting payroll reporting and staff expenses. Apply by 30 Mar 2025

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  • Senior Mechanical Engineer – Nyobolt

    Nyobolt an ultra-fast charging technology company are looking for this role based at their office on the Evolution Business Park on Milton Road.

    Senior Mechanical Engineer to work on cutting-edge projects, develop high-performance products, and make a significant impact in the field of electrification. Designing mechanical components and assemblies for products supporting a diverse customer base. Utilising top-down modelling approaches in 3D CAD software (experience with PTC Onshape is a bonus!). Developing low-cost, high-volume components with DfM expertise in sheet metal, plastic mouldings, extrusions, castings, brazed and welded sub-assemblies, and CNC machining.

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  • Senior Software Engineer – Amantys

    Amantys who are a specialist in the design and manufacture of power electronics for high power applications such as power transmission and renewable energy generation are looking for this role.

    Senior Software Engineer experienced in embedded Linux development and C++ in particular. The role will involve working on various embedded systems and contributing to the full software development lifecycle.

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  • New Business Sales Executive – Visiativ

    Visiativ a professional services and consulting business are looking for this role partly based at their office on Vision Park.

    New Business Sales Executive to identify and engage with potential new clients, onboarding those clients over a 12 month period and selling licence agreements for a market leading 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) software package. You’ll qualify leads and book meetings – your targets will include design, engineering, medical, mechanical, and manufacturing companies. Developing a pipeline of potential leads within your designated region through new business techniques such as market research, cold calling, and appointment setting. Closing sales through key stakeholders’ engagement, giving best advice via company presentations and demonstrations.

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