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Bateman Groundworks have built up an enviable reputation for providing first class groundworks and civil engineering services to developers and contractors throughout East Anglia and the East of England. As an experienced and trusted supplier the qualified team are able to offer the best value engineering for money and our strong relationships with our valued clients are at the heart of our business.

A strong emphasis on health and safety is key to our exceptional workmanship and over the last two decades we’ve built a reliable, knowledgeable and motivated work force.

Our business is built on our reputation as a leader in the groundworks industry and much of the work we do is through referrals from other satisfied clients. Our relationships are important to us and we’re delighted to welcome back clients time and time again and many of our main clients have been with us from the start.

Each client and projects’ needs are kept at the forefront of our minds at every stage and we pride ourselves on offering a second to none level of customer service.

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Suppliers of Flow-wrappers, Wound care Machinery and Feeding Systems to the Confectionery, Bakery, Medical, personal care industries

UK manufacturers of New & Re-built Flow Wrapping Machinery, 4 Side Seal Machinery, and Bespoke Feeding Systems using the latest Servo Control Technology.

Want to work with one of East Anglia’s leading recruitment agencies – established for over 35 years?

Looking for a new Permanent job role?
Need help finding quality candidates?

We will always keep you updated about all of the current trends and key pieces of advice from the world of recruitment. You can view our career advice page for top tips on securing your new job.

At Contract Personnel, we take the time to really get to know our clients and candidates. It’s what makes us different and ensures we get the right people for the right work.

From some of the largest companies in the country, to smaller, local businesses, we work with a range of employers. We have the employment offering to help enable you to achieve anything you want to do next.

For recruitment that works for you, speak to the experts at Contract Personnel today!

☎Norwich – 01603 764044
☎Thetford – 01842 750222
 www.contract-personnel.com

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Anglia House Business Centre rents meeting rooms, conference rooms and office space by the half day or day. Longer lets are also available.

Whether you are looking for a location for a training course, business meeting, team building meetings, a quiet place to work or an office presence in Thetford then Anglia House Business Centre can accommodate you. 

It is also a perfect venue for “start-up” businesses because it is centrally located with an abundance of free car parking facilities within 2 minutes’ walk. The uses for our rooms are endless and include counselling room, mediations, collaborative law meetings, alternative dispute resolution and training purposes.  We hold degree courses, first aid courses. Business planning meetings, supervision meetings and breakfast meetings.

All our rooms have the benefit of free WI FI and are decorated to a high standard.  Each room has its own combination lock and has its own bespoke security code.

There is a fully manned reception which makes the venue ideal for holding interviews or doing appraisals of existing staff. 

We have several rooms available for hire ranging from rooms suitable for 2 to 3 people to our largest meeting room which can accommodate up to 22 people in a U shaped lay out to up to 38 people in a Theatre style.

Our smaller rooms which accommodate between 6 and 12 people are ideal for staff training and boardroom meetings.  We also hold several supervision sessions for nurses and care workers. 

We also have break out rooms where a large selection of teas and freshly made coffee can be served together with luxury biscuits.  In addition to this we can organise catering for groups of more than 6 people.

You will receive a very warm welcome at the Business Centre, and we will ensure that all your meeting requirements are met.  Most of our rooms have either an lcd screen or a projector and screen which will connect to a lap top presentation.  Flip charts are also available

Please contact us by phone on 07799 465044 or email us for a quote at [email protected]

Protecting Your Business. Planning Your Future.

Supporting You and Your Business

Running a business means wearing many hats—and financial planning shouldn’t be another burden. Maria Spencer – Iceni Financial Advisers helps SME owners like you take control of your personal and business finances with clarity and confidence.

With over 20 years of experience and gaining Chartered status in 2007, Maria offers independent advice across:

• 🛡️ Business Protection – Safeguard your company with tailored insurance solutions for key personnel, shareholder protection, loan protection and continuity planning.
• 👥 Personal Financial Planning – Align your personal goals with your business success through tax-efficient strategies and investment planning.
• 🏦 Pension & Retirement Solutions – Build a robust retirement plan with options like Self Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs) and Small Self-Administered Schemes (SSAS), designed for business owners.
• 🔄 Succession planning – Protecting your family’s wealth and passing it on efficiently.

Why SME Owners Choose Maria

✔ Business-Focused Insight – Business owners face unique pressures and opportunities, Maria’s advice is practical, strategic, and always aligned with your goals.

✔ Clear, Honest Communication – Complex financial matters are explained in plain English, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

✔ Independent & Transparent – As an independent adviser, Maria offers whole-of-market solutions not tied or restricted to any particular company, with clear, upfront fee structures.

✔ Local Knowledge – based in Norfolk, working with clients nationwide.

Chartered Financial Planner – What It Means for You

Maria’s Chartered status is the gold standard in financial planning. It reflects her technical expertise, ethical commitment, and dedication to delivering the highest level of service to her clients.

Take the First Step Today

Whether you’re planning for retirement, protecting your business, or simply want to make smarter financial decisions, take the first step.

📞 Call Maria on 07969757017 📧 Email: [email protected]

      Complimentary initial consultation

development of innovative seed varieties of horticultural crop species for distribution and marketing.

The Swarm Group are Gold Patrons of the Norfolk Chambers of Commerce

Who we are

At Swarm, we are a group of companies who work together with shared values and an absolute passion for training to help both businesses and individuals get the vital knowledge and understanding they need to thrive in their arena.  We know what a tangible, and sometimes dramatic, difference embracing best practice in both management and technical skills makes to a business and its working environment and this is what drives us on a daily basis! 

Swarm is proud to be a Community Interest Company, with a mission to help develop more enterprising, compassionate and purposeful business practices across the UK and beyond having an impact on not only the business community but also the social community around our places of work.

All companies under the Swarm brand are Norfolk based but we have evolved over our 10 years of trading to become now a National and International training provider and consultancy.

What we do

The Swarm Group is made up of:

Courses we run

BUSINESS APPRENTICESHIPS:

Level 2 Accounts or Finance Assistant
Level 3 Assistant Accountant
Level 4 Professional Accounting or Tax Technician
Level 3 Business Administrator
Level 3 Payroll Administrator
Level 3 Improvement Technician
Level 4 Improvement Practitioner
Level 4 Associate Project Manager
Level 4 Business Analyst
Level 3 Team Leaders/Supervisor
Level 5 Operations/Department Manager
Level 5 Improvement Specialist
Level 3 Content Creator
Level 3 Events Assistant
Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer
Level 4 Marketing Executive
Level 4 Market Research Executive
Level 4 Sales Executive
Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner
Level 3 Customer Service Specialist
Level 2 Recruitment Resourcer
Level 3 Recruitment Consultant
Level 3 HR Support
Level 2 Supply Chain Operator
Level 3 Supply Chain Practitioner

ENGINEERING APPRENTICESHIPS:

Level 2 Engineering Operative Standard
Level 2 General Welder Standard
Level 3 Pipe Welder Standard
Level 3 Metal Fabricator Standard
Level 3 Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician Standard
Level 3 Installation & Maintenance Electrician Standard
Level 2 Carpentry

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT TRAINING:

Professional Certificates:
ILM level 3 in Leadership and Management Skills
ILM level 5 in Leadership Skills
MRS Advanced Certificate

General Management Training:
Influencing & Negotiating
Leadership & Followship
Conflict Management
Time Management
Building A Winning Team
Delegation Skills
Dealing With Difficult People
Effective Communication Skills
Presenting With Impact
Customer Service Excellence
Wellness And Self Care
Cross Cultural Working

Senior Leadership Development:
Effective Strategic Thinking
Advanced Decision Making
Effective Strategic Planning
Boardroom Negotiation & Pitches
Change Management
Culture Change
Commercial Awareness

What makes us different

Compassion and Community play a huge part in the life of every human being.  Without those, there is all too often a deep rooted sense of missing inner peace affecting our concentration, enthusiasm, social connections and our very personalities – even without realising it.  Yet, as we function in our daily lives, we often rush around and forget to make the time and space we need to recharge and to enjoy the social interactions with our families and friends which keep us grounded and healthy.  In the UK, productivity is at an all-time low as the workforce struggle with their mental health, juggling to earn around family commitments, long and stressful commutes or, at the opposite end of the scale, social isolation and draining digital lifestyles.  Swarm’s goal is to equip every staff member and learner with the knowledge and skills they need for their role, the self-management techniques needed for their social, physical and spiritual wellbeing to navigate their mental health and energy, as well as the appropriate working disciplines and conduct.  In turn we have been privileged to see the impact that has on businesses and staff in elevating productivity, profitability, happiness at work and long term employer/employee relationships reducing business costs, disruption and loss of earnings.

Our firm values of Compassion, Family and Impact is what makes us different!