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Role: Group Accountant - Technical and Capital Organisation: Chesterfield Borough Council Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire - Hybrid working Type: Permanent Salary: 50,269 to 53,460 plus a potential 4k market supplement About the Group Accountant - Technical and Capital position: Sellick Partnership is pleased to be working in partnership with a well-respected and long-standing Local Authority client in Derbyshire. We are supporting Chesterfield Borough Council exclusively with the recruitment for a Group Accountant - Technical and Capital to join their finance team permanently. This role comes with a competitive salary and offers a hybrid work arrangement to suit your work-life balance. Purpose of the Group Accountant - Technical and Capital: Responsible for the provision of high-level technical accounting support, ensuring compliance with local government accounting regulations, and offering strategic financial advice. To provide high-quality financial information, including statutory financial reporting, accounting and management of capital programme and financing, Taxation, Insurance, Banking and Cash management, Treasury Management activities, and Asset Management. To ensure that all financial information and processes are compliant with the relevant legislation and accounting standards. Key duties and responsibilities of the Group Accountant - Technical and Capital: Support the management and coordination of the final accounts process and the production of the primary statement for the statutory accounts in accordance with the statutory timetable and relevant codes of practice Produce clear and concise financial reports for service managers, senior management, and committees Provide expert advice and support on technical accounting matters To ensure that control and suspense accounts are monitored and reconciled regularly Lead on the preparation and management of the Council's capital accounting To forecast, monitor and account for the capital financing resources To lead on the production, monitoring and reporting of the General Fund capital programme To provide support in the development, monitoring and reporting of the housing capital programme Provide support in determining the affordability of the capital programme in terms of available capital resources and the revenue budget consequences. To maintain and develop the fixed asset register in accordance with the relevant code of practice Financial decision-making support to strong financial performance. Use analysis and insight to support business and investment activities, option appraisals, and support the development of financial modelling and business case development. To oversee and manage the Council's Treasury Management Activities Provide technical expertise on VAT Required experience of the Group Accountant - Technical and Capital A fully qualified finance professional (CIPFA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent). Strong Local Authority experience Capital Accountant and Treasury Management Preparation of year-end processes and the production of financial statements Benefits alongside the Group Accountant - Technical and Capital role will include: Excellent Local Authority pension scheme. Hybrid working arrangements: flexible to suit your work-life balance and commitments. Family-friendly policies: excellent maternity/paternity/adoption leave. Employee perks: access to a wide range of online discount schemes. Continuous learning: ongoing development opportunities for your personal and professional development. How to apply for the Group Accountant - Technical and Capital position: Please get in touch with Adam Rouse in the Derby office for more information. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Role: Group Accountant - Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Organisation: Chesterfield Borough Council Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire - Hybrid working Type: Permanent Salary: 50k to 54k About the Group Accountant - Housing Revenue Account (HRA) position: Sellick Partnership is pleased to be working in partnership with a well-respected and long-standing Local Authority client in Derbyshire. We are supporting Chesterfield Borough Council exclusively with the recruitment for a Group Accountant - Housing Revenue Account (HRA) to join their finance team permanently. This role comes with a competitive salary and offers a hybrid work arrangement to suit your work-life balance. Purpose of the Group Accountant - Housing Revenue Account (HRA): To act as the lead financial advisor on Housing Revenue Account (HRA) issues in compliance with relevant legislation and accounting standards (both revenue and capital). To ensure that the Authority's housing stock is maintained in a financially sustainable manner. To act as the lead financial adviser on all financial HRA issues and delivering sound financial governance, budget management, and financial reporting for Housing related activities To ensure that all financial information and processes are compliant with the relevant legislation and accounting standards. Key duties and responsibilities of the Group Accountant - Housing Revenue Account (HRA): Ensure that all financial activities comply with statutory requirements Producing timely and accurate financial management reports, forecasts, and variance analysis Prepare year-end financial accounts for the HRA Proactively assess the impact of changes to the rent setting policy Produce clear and concise financial reports for service managers, senior management, and committees Provision of financial advice for specific housing capital projects To provide support in the development, monitoring, and reporting of the housing capital programme To support the development and implementation of effective budget processes Lead on the development of the financial elements of the HRA business Plan, ensuring housing services are financially sustainable in the longer term. Ensure that effective forecasting is embedded with the services Required experience of the Group Accountant - Housing Revenue Account (HRA): A fully qualified finance professional (CIPFA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent). Strong Local Authority experience Proven experience of managing or supporting the Housing Revenue Account Strong financial management and budgeting skills Benefits alongside the Group Accountant - Housing Revenue Account (HRA): Excellent Local Authority pension scheme. Hybrid working arrangements: flexible to suit your work-life balance and commitments. Family-friendly policies: excellent maternity/paternity/adoption leave. Employee perks: access to a wide range of online discount schemes. Continuous learning: ongoing development opportunities for your personal and professional development. How to apply for the Group Accountant - Housing Revenue Account (HRA): Please get in touch with Adam Rouse in the Derby office for more information. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

FP&A Analyst £50k - £60k FTC Merseyside Sellick Partnership are currently recruiting for a FP&A Analyst on behalf of one our well established clients. My client is looking for a highly motivated individual who is an experienced FP&A Analyst to join their dynamic and growing finance function on a fixed term contract. This role will work closely with budget holders and senior leaders, helping translate financial data into meaningful, actionable insight. This is an excellent opportunity for a developing finance professional looking to build strong FP&A and business-partnering experience. Key Responsibilities Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes Produce monthly management reports, variance analysis, and commentary Develop financial models, scenario analysis, and business cases Analyse income, expenditure, and activity trends to identify risks and opportunities Work with non-finance stakeholders to improve financial understanding and accountability Support cost improvement, efficiency, and service development initiatives Maintain and enhance KPI reporting and dashboards Contribute to the continuous improvement of FP&A processes and systems Knowledge & Skills Ideally ACCA/CIMA/ ACA Qualified / Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant or equivalent Experience in FP&A, management accounting, or financial analysis Strong analytical skills with attention to detail Confident working with large datasets and financial models Advanced Excel skills; experience with BI tools desirable Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the FP&A Analyst, please apply now, or contact Lindsay Richey at Sellick Partnership. We will be reviewing CVs on a daily basis and shortlisted candidates will be contacted in due course. Sellick Partnership is a market-leading professional services recruitment specialist operating across the UK. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice which can be found in the footer on our website. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Our public sector client based in the South West is seeking an outstanding individual to join their senior leadership team. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the Council's financial resilience, statutory compliance and long-term sustainability. As Assistant Director of Finance, you will play a central role in the Council's corporate leadership, working closely with the wider accountancy teams to strengthen financial stewardship and support effective service delivery. You will help shape the medium- and long-term financial strategy, safeguard the integrity of statutory reporting, and provide authoritative, solutions focused advice to Members and senior officers. This role comes at a time of significant financial pressure and change across local government, offering the opportunity to influence critical decisions and help steer the organisation through an evolving and highly challenging fiscal landscape. Reporting to the Director of Finance (Section 151 Officer), and supporting the Deputy Director of Finance (Deputy Section 151), you will provide strategic leadership across the Council's accountancy management teams while ensuring the authority remains compliant with statutory and professional standards and enabling informed, evidence-based decision-making. Key responsibilities: Working alongside the Deputy Director of Finance Leading and coordinating monthly budget monitoring and reporting Developing key aspects of the Council's Medium and Long-Term Financial Planning Leading service closure and supporting the production of the Statement of Accounts Providing authoritative advice to Members and senior officers Stewardship of complex financial relationships with external partners Leadership of large specialist finance teams Key requirements: Fully qualified accountant Extensive experience at a senior level within local government or the wider public sector Drive and motivation to support financial transformation and innovation Ability to regularly attend the office in Devon To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please reach out to Kathryn Evans in the Derby office. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

To provide operational financial advice to all levels of the organisation to inform decision making, by recognising the services delivered and the framework in which the business operates. To provide leadership to the operational finance business partnering team. To develop and manage the production of the monthly management accounts, and business partnering packs for all entities within the organisation, including analysis and explanation of variance to budget, cashflows with accurate and timely forecasting and preparation of SMT & Board papers and presentations as required. Successfully lead and manage the production and reporting of annual budgets, reconciling to 40 year plan. Prepare and inform Executive and Board papers and presentations as required. Responsible for the review of payroll costs and reporting of performance data monthly with Heads of Departments. Work closely with the People Services Team to support the monthly payroll checking process, ensuring monthly reconciliations are complete to a satisfactory standard. Responsible for ensuring the planning of work collaboratively and seamlessly with budget holders/senior leadership and heads of service ensuring that all finances are explained and understood. Provide financial training and guidance to budget holders. Identifying opportunities for income generation and identifying key trends and issues affecting financial performance. Providing pro-active, future focused decision support to Directorates, using financial analysis to facilitate change in either new ways of working or delivery mechanisms to ensure the required outcomes are achieved. Responsible for driving improvement within finance systems and processes, driving automation in reporting and efficiency within Finance Business Partnering function. Leading, inspiring, managing and developing the operational business partnering team with clear objectives, providing direction and coaching to support their personal development. Promote a Finance Business Partnering ethos across the organisation. Setting and revising financial policies and guidance to ensure the highest standards of accuracy and compliance are achieved. Responsible for the development and maintenance of bespoke finance reports through chosen reporting software, ensuring all data is processed securely in line with Information Governance policies and procedures. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Housing Options Team Leader Full time, Temporary Ongoing 42 Umbrella Hourly Kettering, Northamptonshire Are you a strong team leader? Do you have up-to-date Housing Needs and Housing Advice knowledge? The opportunity has arisen to join an organisation based in Northamptonshire to deliver a high-performing and effective Housing Options service Duties of the Housing Options Team Leader will include, but are not limited to: Leading, managing and motivating the Housing Options and Advice team Completing check ins and ensuring workload planning and relevant cover of the service is maintained Supporting the delivery of robust Housing and Homelessness strategies Keeping up-to-date with changing legislation, national policy shift and local influences Monitoring and ensuring contractor compliance Controlling the voids performance and allocations function The ideal Housing and Advice Team Leader candidate is: Degree qualified or demonstrates relevant working experience Has an understanding of safeguarding procedures relating to children/young people and vulnerable adults Experienced in developing and delivering a local authority homeless and housing strategy Do you believe that you have the skills and experience described? If so, please apply for this opportunity or for more information contact Ebony Simpson at Sellick Partnership in the Derby Office. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Web Developer Greater Leeds Hybrid 30k - 35k Sellick Partnership are delighted to be supporting a fantastic client with recruiting a Web Developer to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience in web development, particularly with Laravel, and possess good skills in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. You will assist in the development, maintenance, and improvement of web applications while learning and growing within a dynamic environment. Responsibilities Assist in developing web applications using Laravel and ensure code quality. Collaborate with designers and senior developers to create responsive and user-friendly websites. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Participate in the design and implementation of new features and functionalities. Ensure cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness. Required Skills Proficiency in Laravel: Understanding of the Laravel framework, routing, controllers and middleware Good knowledge of front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript Good Knowledge of WordPress. Familiarity with version control systems: Experience with Git. Basic understanding of databases: MySQL or similar relational databases. If you are passionate about Web Development, apply now! Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Finance Manager Job Description Week 1 To Produce Monthly Management Accounts packs Including Accruals, Prepayments, Payroll Journal, Deferred and Accrued Income, Intercompany Support with Bank reconciliation, Credit Card & Recharges Week 2 Monthly Forecasting- IMP Payroll reconciliation & Update staffing on IMP Balance sheet reconciliations Monthly Payroll Variance check & Staff Duty Reconciliation Update Cash Flow statement Week 3 & 4 SCA Bids (17 April )/Business cases Procurement support to budget holders Presenting Forecast and Monthly accounts to Head Teacher Banking of Fundraising Bacs Payments - Weekly check and approve Other Line Management of 2x Finance officers Oversee Accounts Receivable/Payable VAT Submission Review funding statements with budget holders i.e. EHCP Provide information to support Audit Business Planning Liaise with Budget holders and stakeholders Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Repairs Inspector Hybrid - Hastings, East Sussex and nearby areas Contract: Temporary / Ongoing - 8 weeks + £26.40- £28.38 Hourly, Full Time Sellick is proud to represent a leading Housing organisation with the recruitment of a Repairs Inspector during a period where there is an increasing backlog of works Our client is seeking a confident, proactive Repairs Inspector to help tackle a backlog of inspe click apply for full job details

Senior Procurement Officer 250 to 300 DOE Interim, Full-time Manchester Senior Procurement Officer required to join a Local Authority in the Northwest to support with end-to-end procurement to the service managers. My client is looking for an experienced Senior Procurement Officer with specialist experience in Public Sector and supporting end-to-end procurement to add value in a 6-month contract. As the Senior Procurement Officer, you will work with a supportive and focused procurement team to provide full procurement support and advice to a range of services. Key responsibilities of the Senior Procurement Officer To provide support on end-to-end procurement experience to the service managers Supporting with mini competitions via frameworks Supporting with compliance solutions via framework Oversight of framework providers conducting procurement exercises on your behalf. Required skills and experience of the Interim Procurement Business Partner Recent Public Sector Procurement experience Strong interpersonal skills The ability to work on own initiative with a desire to improve procurement services This is an exciting opportunity to add real value in a long-term contract. Benefits of the role: Hybrid working (1 day a month on site) Supportive Leadership Attractive day rate A key role that can add real value to an interim CV If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the Procurement Business Partner role, please apply now, or contact Abigail Day at Sellick Partnership. We will be reviewing CVs on a daily basis and shortlisted candidates will be contacted in due course. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Painter and Decorator Nottinghamshire, UK Full time, Temporary (37 hours) Weekly pay 17-20 Hourly Are you a Painter and Decorator? Our client, a social housing provider is searching for a confident Painter and Decorator to join their Damp and Mould team in Nottinghamshire As the Painter and Decorator, you will be working within the maintenance team, ensuring void and tenanted properties are at a lettable, good standard. Duties of the Painter and Decorator can include: Carrying out necessary planned painting and decorating work on social housing properties Applying paint or other materials such as stains, lacquer or varnish using a range of tools Preparing surfaces Removing old decorations Identifying damp and mould and applying relevant treatment Ensuring works carried out are in accordance with health and safety guidelines The successful Painting candidate will have: Experience of carrying out painting and decorating duties on properties City & Guilds in Advanced Craft OR equivalent experience in Painting and Decorating Current driving licence (own van can be used, or van can be supplied) If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the Painting and Decorating role, please apply now or contact Ebony Simpson at Sellick Partnership in the Derby Office . Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Compliance & Safety Service Manager Sheffield Interim until September £300 per day As a Compliance & Safety Service Manager, you will take operational and strategic responsibility for key areas of property compliance across our housing portfolio. You will lead on managing gas safety, electrical testing, water hygiene, and asbestos compliance, ensuring that all obligations are met and services are d click apply for full job details

Interim Procurement Specialist Rate: £250-£260 per day Location: West Midlands - hybrid working Contract: 3-6 months We are pleased to be supporting one of our key clients, in recruiting a Procurement Specialist on an interim basis. This will be an initial 3 month contract, with the potential to extend. Key responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist will include: Running end-to-end procurement tenders Drafting tender documentation, specifications, and evaluation criteria Ensuring compliance with Procurement Act 2023 Working closely with the Estates & Facilities team Liaising with key internal and external stakeholders Supporting the mobilisation and performance monitoring of contracts Tracking KPIs, SLAs, and supplier performance Managing contract variations and extensions Required experience of the Procurement Specialist position will include: Experience of working in public sector Specific experience in the healthcare sector would be preferable Ability to run end to end tenders independently Good verbal and written communication skills Strong data analysis skills and attention to detail Benefits available alongside the Procurement Specialist position include (but aren't limited to): Flexible working Hybrid working - 1 day per week on site in the West Midlands How to apply for the Procurement Specialist position If you believe you have the required experience outlined above for the Procurement Specialist opportunity, please apply within. Alternatively, if you would like a confidential chat about the role or organisation, please contact Kathryn Evans in the Sellick Partnership Derby office to find out more. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Head of Service Improvement - Children's Social Care Rate: 500 per day Location: South West - hybrid working Contract: 12 months + Overview of the Head of Service Improvement role Sellick Partnership is currently supporting a local government organisation in the south west, who are looking for an experienced Head of Service Improvement for Children's Social Care. This is a key leadership post, leading and delivering the roadmap to implement transformation and improvement in respect of children, young people, families and carers. Key responsibilities of the Head of Service Improvement will include: Be fully responsible for all aspects of service delivery and performance management of the Families First Partnership Programme (FFP) and wider care reforms programmes To set clear key objectives for the short, medium and long term including overall business performance and improvement targets To lead the service areas preparation and action planning for inspection outcomes, including any DfE requirements To work as part of the wider Children's Services Senior Leadership Team to improve outcomes for all children in line with vision and priorities Provide strategic and practice leadership across all elements of the transformation and improvement reform agenda within children's services alongside promoting effective partnership working To ensure an effective governance structure, including relevant programme boards, workstreams, RAG reporting and risk registers To ensure statutory responsibilities Section 11, statutory guidance, Working Together 2023 are met Lead the development and delivery of the roadmap to implementing national and local social care reforms, ensuring clear milestones, strong governance and measurable outcomes Co-design, pilot and embed new models of working including Early Support, Multi-agency Child Protection Services, Family Help Teams, Fostering and Kinship support, building on current strengths Co-develop existing family group decision making practice models building from existing strengths Translate reform objectives into operational reality, supporting managers and practitioners to adopt new ways of working while fostering a culture of reflection, learning and continuous improvement across Children's Services Work closely with partners across education, health, police and the voluntary sector to strengthen integrated working and joint accountability Use data, feedback and evaluation to evidence impact, inform decision-making and refine roadmap as reforms progress Develop and implement co-production models with children, families, young people and carers across the Early Support and Social Care systems Required experience/qualifications of the Head of Service Improvement position will include: Experience in children's social care service transformation and reform Background in children's services leadership Ability to implement large scale projects and develop improvement programmes Comprehensive knowledge of current statutory guidance and legislation Benefits available alongside the Head of Service Improvement position include: Flexible/hybrid working arrangements to suit your work-life balance 2-3 days per week working remotely This is a rare opportunity to join a visionary local government organisation who put residents at the heart of new ways of working, and focus on early help and prevention to meet the needs of a growing and evolving local population. How to apply for the Head of Service Improvement position: If you believe you have the required experience and qualifications outlined above for the Head of Service Improvement opportunity, please apply within. Alternatively, if you would like a confidential chat about the role or organisation, please contact Kathryn Evans in the Sellick Partnership Derby office to find out more. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Job Title: Project Lead - (SEND Reform Plan) Location: South Yorkshire (Hybrid - 1-2 days onsite per week) Contract duration: 2-3 months initially Start Date: ASAP Day Rate: 450+ per day We are currently supporting a local authority in South Yorkshire with the recruitment of a Project Lead - SEND Reform Plan. This is a key interim role focused on leading the development of a Local Area SEND Improvement Plan, bringing together existing documentation, data, and partner insight into a clear, structured and deliverable strategic improvement plan. The successful candidate will work across education, health, and social care partners to ensure alignment with statutory requirements and local priorities, while translating complex information into a coherent and actionable framework. Key responsibilities: Lead the development of a comprehensive SEND Area Improvement Plan, ensuring alignment with statutory requirements and local strategic objectives Collate, review and integrate key documents including: SEND Self-Evaluation Framework (SEF) SEND service performance and monitoring data Finance plans and datasets covering the past five years Relevant transformation and service strategies Engage effectively with partners across education, health, social care, and parent/carer representatives Facilitate collaboration and shared ownership of the improvement plan across stakeholders Translate a wide range of documentation, feedback and evidence into structured planning templates Manage timelines to ensure delivery of a final plan by 19th June Provide regular progress updates and clear recommendations throughout the process Essential skills & experience: Strong knowledge of SEND systems and local area improvement frameworks Proven experience producing strategic or area improvement plans, ideally within a local authority setting Ability to interpret and synthesise complex information from multiple sources Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership working experience Excellent analytical, organisational, and written communication skills Ability to work independently and manage delivery with minimal supervision If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with an updated CV, and I will be in touch to discuss further. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Senior Network Engineer Cardiff City Council 40,777 - 45,091 Permanent, Full-time Cardiff / hybrid working Overview of the Senior Network Engineer position Sellick Partnership is currently partnered with Cardiff City Council to recruit a Senior Network Engineer on a permanent, full time basis to join a rapidly growing Infrastructure team across the Council, with a focus on an ongoing school expansion project. Although the council offices are based in Cardiff, the council are happy to discuss and negotiate flexible, hybrid working arrangements and encourage a healthy work-life balance. This opportunity presents a fast paced and busy environment, along with full capacity to expand knowledge, expertise and tech stack. Key responsibilities of the Senior Network Engineer will include Build, maintain and monitor ICT network and communications services for the council and schools Manage performance, testing, fault diagnosis and resolution of network infrastructure Respond to Service Desk incidents and requests, prioritising effectively and meeting SLAs Design and deliver new network and communications solutions Support and contribute to ICT projects, working with managers and wider ICT teams Advise on ICT project planning and ensure strong network security against cyber threats Experience required for the Senior Network Engineer position Excellent practical knowledge TCP/IP, enterprise scale network environments and associated hardware including switches, routers and firewalls Proven experience managing enterprise wireless LAN infrastructures Experience supporting VOIP networks Experience of Aruba core and edge switches - desirable Experience of Meraki wireless infrastructures - desirable Benefits available that the Senior Network Engineer will receive Annual salary between 40,777 - 45,091 33 days of annual leave per year after 5 years Local Government pension scheme 24/7 employee wellbeing service Flexible on hybrid working This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast paced environment, with a team built of strong technically minded people with the opportunity to expand on existing tech stacks and methodologies. How to apply for the Senior Network Engineer position If you believe you have the necessary skills and ambition for the Senior Network Engineer role, please apply now or contact Kyle Fitzgerald at Sellick Partnership. Closing date: Wednesday 22nd April 2026 Synonyms: Senior Network Specialist, Lead Network Engineer, Enterprise Network Engineer, Network Infrastructure Engineer, Senior Infrastructure Engineer, Network Operations Engineer, ICT Network Engineer, Wireless Network Engineer Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Senior Solutions Engineer Cardiff City Council 40,777 to 45,091 Permanent, Full-time Cardiff / hybrid working Overview of the Senior Solutions Engineer Sellick Partnership is currently partnered with Cardiff City Council who are looking to recruit a Senior Solutions Engineer on a permanent, full time basis to join their expanding Infrastructure team. Although the council offices are based in Cardiff, the council are happy to discuss and negotiate flexible, hybrid working arrangements and encourage a healthy work-life balance. With a focus on the ongoing schools expansion project across Cardiff, this opportunity provides and exciting series of projects that will allow you to expand on current knowledge and skills. Key responsibilities of the Senior Solutions Engineer Maintain and enhance end user computing services to meet council needs Diagnose and resolve complex issues, using automation and orchestration to improve performance and efficiency Monitor, test and manage end user infrastructure to ensure performance, quality standards and service targets are met Support ICT project planning by ensuring end user computing requirements are included in specifications Respond to Service Desk incidents and requests, prioritising effectively and meeting SLAs Contribute to service improvement, documentation, knowledge sharing, mentoring and health and safety compliance Experience required for the Senior Solutions Engineer position Experience developing and delivering solutions using automation and orchestration tools to improve and streamline ICT services Practical understanding of user experience and requirements analysis, with the ability to identify user needs and implement effective solutions Proven experience in problem management, including investigation, prioritisation, root cause analysis and implementation of preventative actions Hands-on experience managing, deploying and supporting Microsoft Windows operating systems, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Azure Demonstrable experience researching and implementing new technologies to enhance service delivery Strong knowledge of end user computing and IT infrastructure, with experience supporting enterprise environments Experience using Microsoft automation technologies, including Power Platform and PowerShell Benefits available that the Senior Solutions Engineer will receive Annual salary between 40,777 - 45,091 33 days of annual leave per year after 5 years Local Government pension scheme 24/7 employee wellbeing service Flexible on hybrid working This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast paced environment, with a team built of strong technically minded people with the opportunity to expand on existing tech stacks and methodologies. How to apply for the Senior Solutions Engineer position If you believe you have the necessary skills and ambition for the Senior Solutions Engineer role, please apply now or contact Kyle Fitzgerald at Sellick Partnership. Closing date: Wednesday 22nd of April 2026 Synonyms: Senior End User Computing Engineer, Digital Workplace Engineer, Modern Workplace Engineer, Microsoft 365 Engineer, IT Automation Engineer, Power Platform Engineer, Workplace Technology Engineer, ICT Solutions Engineer Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Senior Finance Business Partner Location: Leeds (hybrid working) Salary: 65,000 - 70,000 Duration: Permanent Do you have proven experience business partnering with senior non financial stakeholders? Do you have experience of using multiple sources of information and analysis to create a compelling summary of the findings? Do you have experience of answering complex business questions and creating a hypothesis for senior stakeholders? Can you demonstrate how you have influenced and challenged business decisions and impacted performance positively? Do you have experience of managing multiple stakeholders with competing demands and in some instances tight timescales? If so, we would like to discuss a truly commercial Senior Finance Business Partner (Manager level) role with you for a successful and instantly recognisable PE backed business. This is a truly great commercial and value adding role where you are able to immerse yourself within the company and gain great exposure at a key time in driving their strategic plan, delivering further improvements and changes that will make a real impact on the whole business. This is a senior and visible position working closely with senior stakeholders across the business to help set the strategic direction, provide robust commercial insight that will identify opportunities to maximise performance and drive initiatives for profitable growth. The role's main purpose is to develop and deliver clear and robust value add reporting, commercial insights and advice to the Operations team which drive performance improving actions and decision making. Model complex problems and business scenarios and deliver compelling story telling across performance reporting. You will influence and challenge directly effective performance and risk management with your operational partner to deliver improved value for the business units. There will be a small element of travel with the role which will enable you to be close to the business and the operational challenges the business is facing. A full job specification is available. The successful applicant will be a qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA or CIMA) who is coming from a similar commercial role where you can provide evidence of where you have influenced, challenged and directed senior stakeholders to maximise the performance of the business. You will have to demonstrate being an effective business partner, decision maker, having commercial awareness and being the finance lead where you have driven value add and commercial insight /benefit. Experience in FMCG, multisite, distribution, logistics, supply chain or retail sectors is essential. The role requires an ambitious and proactive individual who enjoys applying a strong commercial focus, with the ability to build robust and productive relationships, providing support and challenge across all functions and liaising with senior management. We are looking for someone with sparkle, drive & energy to come in and really drive some significant improvement. The individual in this role needs to have strong analytical skills, business partnering and influencing skills in order to be a success in a complex area of the business with multiple stakeholders. You will have a creative and innovative approach to problem solving and analysis; delivery orientated - able to work in pressurised environments, meet multiple deadlines and manage own priorities. You will also be able to demonstrate business acumen and ability to gain knowledge across the breadth of a variety of functions. Good communication skills - able to translate financial information and create successful business relationships. You will also be able to take a 'big picture' view with demonstrable internal consultancy and influencing skills, while possessing a keen eye for the detail. If you consider yourself to be a committed, motivated individual, who can demonstrate the above skills then we would be pleased to hear from you. If you would like to apply for this role or would like to find out more, please apply online or contact Jonathan Moss at Sellick We are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Role: Senior HR Advisor Type: Permanent Salary: 37,932 to 47,816 per annum Hybrid: Office, Remote and Customer Sites Location: Herefordshire, due to the nature of the role, own transport/driving would be essential Sellick Partnership is partnering with a well established and commercially focused organisation to recruit a Senior HR Advisor on a permanent basis. The responsibilities of the Senior HR Advisor will be: Providing high quality, business-focused HR advice to schools, academies and education clients across a broad range of employee relations matters Managing complex casework including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence management, redundancy and organisational change Advising on education specific terms and conditions, ensuring compliance with relevant national frameworks and statutory guidance Supporting schools through restructuring, consultation exercises and TUPE transfers, including academy conversions Building strong working relationships with headteachers, governors and senior leaders, offering pragmatic and risk aware advice Leading or contributing to policy development and reviewing procedures in line with legislative updates and best practice Delivering training workshops to school leaders and managers on key HR topics Acting as an investigating officer where required, producing clear reports and recommendations Working collaboratively with trade unions and supporting formal consultation processes Contributing to project work and supporting service delivery in line with agreed service standards The ideal candidate for the Senior HR Advisor role will have: Proven experience advising on a wide range of HR matters within an education or similarly regulated environment Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and its practical application within schools Experience supporting formal hearings and managing complex employee relations cases end to end Familiarity with nationally agreed pay and conditions frameworks applicable to school staff Experience operating within a unionised environment and engaging in consultation processes The ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide clear, confident advice in challenging situations Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied and demanding caseload Fully CIPD qualified or equivalent experience, with evidence of ongoing professional development A flexible approach and willingness to travel to client sites as required How to apply for the Senior HR Advisor role: If you believe that you are well suited to this excellent opportunity of Senior HR Advisor, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information. CVs will be screened and sent over to the client for shortlisting, the successful applicants interviews will be arranged as soon as possible. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Building Control Manager (Interim - 6 Months) Stratford-upon-Avon Hybrid Working Local Authority Development Services 37 hours per week Are you an experienced Building Control Manager ready to take on a key leadership role within a forward-thinking local authority? We're supporting a council in the search for a highly capable Building Control Manager to lead and manage their statutory click apply for full job details