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Head of FM and Capital Projects (Interim) Location: London Borough of Bexley Contract: 6 Months (with potential extension) Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35) Reference: Aatom Recruitment Aatom Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Head of FM and Capital Projects (Interim) on behalf of a Local Authority in Bexley. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Facilities Management and Property professional to lead the strategic delivery of Facilities Management services, property asset management and capital projects across the Council's operational estate. The Role Reporting to the Deputy Director of Finance and Property, you will provide strategic leadership and direction for the Council's Facilities Management function, ensuring the effective management, maintenance and compliance of a diverse property portfolio. You will lead the development and implementation of FM strategies, oversee contractor performance, ensure statutory compliance, and drive sustainability and net-zero initiatives across the Council's assets. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Council's Facilities Management and building services function across corporate properties and partner services. Develop and implement FM strategies, policies and governance arrangements to ensure effective service delivery. Oversee the management and maintenance of the Council's property assets, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements. Ensure all buildings are appropriately inspected, maintained and reviewed to maximise asset performance and value. Manage statutory compliance programmes, including risk assessments, remedial works and health and safety obligations. Lead contract management, procurement and supplier performance activities to ensure value for money and high-quality service delivery. Oversee FM-related energy initiatives, lifecycle maintenance programmes and projects supporting the Council's net-zero carbon ambitions. Direct and monitor contractors, consultants and specialist service providers, ensuring delivery against agreed budgets, timescales and performance standards. Provide strategic advice and reports to senior officers, elected members and key stakeholders on property, facilities and asset-related matters. Support the delivery of capital projects and property improvement programmes across the Council's estate. About You To be considered for this role, you will have: Significant senior-level experience in Facilities Management, Estates Management, Property Services or Asset Management. Experience leading FM operations within a Local Authority, public sector or similarly complex organisation. Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, health and safety legislation and property-related regulations. Proven experience managing contracts, procurement processes and external service providers. Experience overseeing property maintenance, lifecycle programmes and capital projects. Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and budget management skills. A degree in Facilities Management, Building Surveying, Property Management, Estates Management or a related discipline. CIWFM (or equivalent professional membership/accreditation). PRINCE2 or equivalent Project Management qualification. What's on Offer 6-month interim contract with the potential for extension. Opportunity to make a significant impact across a large and varied property portfolio. Senior leadership role within a progressive Local Authority. Competitive day rate. To apply, please submit your CV or contact Aatom Recruitment for further information.

Aatom Recruitment is looking for Tenant Data Collection Officer on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Title: Tenant Data Collection Officer Contract Duration: 3 Months Hours Per Week: 37 Role Purpose: Identify gaps in data within Housing systems. Gather, record and manage tenant information using a variety of methods, ensuring it is up to date and compliant in all relevant systems. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain accurate and up to date tenant records on various systems, including personal information and tenancy details. Produce reports on tenant data and identify gaps. Gather tenant information through various methods, including surveys, interviews and document reviews. Visit tenants in their homes to obtain the necessary information, adhering to risk assessments and lone working practices at all times. Generate surveys utilising Microsoft Office and web-based forms and liaise with internal colleagues to promote the benefits of completion. Provide excellent customer service, signposting tenants to relevant information as required. Communicate with tenants regarding data collection processes and ensure transparency. Communicate effectively with tenants, stakeholders and internal colleagues to ensure data accuracy and consistency. Ensure proper consent is obtained for data processing activities and manage consent preferences. Apply data minimisation principles to only collect and retain necessary information and ensure data confidentiality and compliance with relevant data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR). Carry out any other duties that are within the scope and grading of the post which could also be requested by the line manager or Head of Service.

Aatom Recruitment is looking for Placement & Brokerage Officer on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Title: Placement & Brokerage Officer Contract Duration: 3 Months Hours Per Week: 36 Shift patterns: 2 days remote, 3 days in the office Purpose The Care Arrangement Team is responsible for coordinating and arranging care packages for individuals with assessed needs, ensuring timely access to appropriate support from contracted providers. The team works in line with service agreements, care plans, and organisational standards, using case management systems to accurately record care arrangements and support care planning and service monitoring. This role will work as part of the Care Arrangement Team and will have an interface with the community care market, engaging with providers to monitor capacity and availability. By maintaining effective relationships with providers, the role helps ensure that care packages are sourced efficiently and meet individual needs. Operating across Adult Social Care and in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders, the team plays a key role in organising, communicating, and brokering packages of care. All activities are carried out in line with the statutory requirements of the Care Act 2014, ensuring that individuals receive personalised, timely, and effective support. Role Specific Knowledge, Experience And Skills Qualifications Educated to GCSE level or equivalent (including Maths and English) Desirable Level 2 or above qualification in IT/Computer literacy Knowledge & Skills Excellent IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, Liquidlogic, E-Brokerage, Power BI). Skilled in analysing, interpreting, and presenting statistical data effectively. Capable of working to tight timescales Collaborative team member to ensure a seamless service delivery across service areas whilst working on a rota In-depth and demonstrable knowledge of relevant work practices, processes, and procedures, with the ability to support and guide others. Good communication skills and the ability to build strong, effective relationships and networks. Experience Essential Experience of Adult social Care environment Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and sensitively. Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced environment. Confident in using digital systems for case management, communication, and data reporting. Professional Integrity: Commitment to confidentiality, equality, and continuous improvement. Desirable- Experience delivering health and social care services or advice

Mosaic Trainer 3-Month Rolling Contract Hybrid Working Available Competitive Daily Rate Aatom Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Mosaic Trainer to work on behalf of a Local Authority on a 3-month rolling contract . This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within Wokingham Borough Council's Children's Mosaic Improvement Programme , supporting the successful delivery and adoption of system and practice improvements across Children's Services. Reporting to the Programme Manager , you will be responsible for designing and delivering engaging training programmes that enable staff to confidently utilise new Mosaic workflows, system functionality, and recording practices. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver tailored Mosaic training to Children's Services staff at all levels. Design and maintain training materials, user guides, quick reference documents, and e-learning resources. Undertake training needs analysis to identify learning requirements across service areas. Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), operational leads, and project teams to ensure training content aligns with service requirements and statutory responsibilities. Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), early adopter groups, workshops, drop-in sessions, and go-live activities. Update training materials in line with system developments and user feedback. Deliver training in line with programme implementation timelines and phased rollouts. Evaluate training effectiveness and produce feedback reports to support continuous improvement. Key Deliverables High-quality and up-to-date training materials and resources. Training schedules aligned to programme milestones and implementation phases. Accurate training records and attendance logs. Feedback reports and improvement action plans. Increased user confidence and adoption of Mosaic functionality and processes. Essential Experience Proven experience delivering IT systems or application training within a Local Authority, Social Care, or Public Sector environment. Strong knowledge of Liquidlogic Mosaic or a similar social care case management system. Experience developing and delivering both classroom-based and virtual training. Ability to explain complex processes in a clear, engaging, and accessible way. Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders including Social Workers, Team Managers, Business Support teams, and senior leaders. Understanding of safeguarding practices, data protection requirements, and frontline social care environments. Desirable Experience Previous experience supporting a Mosaic implementation, upgrade, or transformation programme. Knowledge of Family Help reforms and Ofsted frameworks. Experience creating and managing e-learning content. Recognised Training, Learning & Development, or Teaching qualification. Personal Attributes Approachable, patient, and supportive training style. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Able to adapt training methods to suit different learning styles and audiences. Collaborative and proactive approach. Passionate about improving user experience and driving positive change. Apply Now If you have extensive Mosaic training experience , a strong understanding of Children's Services , and a track record of supporting successful system implementations within Local Government, we would love to hear from you. For more information or to apply, please send your updated CV to Aatom Recruitment today.

Aatom Recruitment is looking for Food Safety Team Leader on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Title: Food Safety Team Leader Contract Duration: 3 Months Hours Per Week: 36 Job Details: The role involves the day to day management of the food safety team to deliver the full range of functions while also dealing with a small case work of mainly more complex cases. The purpose of the role is to work with the business unit and unit manager to strategically develop and ensure effective delivery of the food law regulatory functions including future planning of the business unit work areas, wider divisional priorities, wider council priorities. The team leaders will have responsibility for: leading and managing the team consisting of principal enforcement officers, enforcement officers, assistant enforcement officers and support staff. undertake business planning and performance management of the staff ensure policies and procedures are up to date ensure the functions of the food team are delivered in accordance with statutory guidelines and adequate arrangements in place covering lead food hygiene and food standards responsibilities. Suitable candidates will have extensive current experience regulating food safety within a local authority and have a sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and food standards matters.

Principal Planning Officer / Senior Compliance Officer (Planning) Location: Hybrid Working (3 days office, 2 days remote) Contract: Initial 3-4 month contract with potential extension Hours: 36-37.5 hours per week Rate: 45.87 - 55.00 per hour (Umbrella) About the Role We are looking for an experienced Planning professional to support a busy Development Management and Planning Enforcement service. This role combines responsibility for managing major planning applications with investigating complex breaches of planning control, ensuring development is delivered in accordance with planning permissions and relevant legislation. You will work closely with developers, applicants, legal teams, elected members, residents, statutory consultees and senior officers, providing expert planning advice and representing the Council at committees, hearings, appeals and public inquiries. Key Responsibilities Manage a varied caseload of major and strategic planning applications from pre-application stage through to determination. Provide professional planning advice to developers, applicants, agents, councillors and other stakeholders. Conduct site visits, planning assessments, research and consultations to support decision-making. Lead negotiations on complex development proposals, including planning obligations and Section 106 agreements. Prepare and present reports, recommendations and planning applications for committee consideration. Investigate alleged breaches of planning control and assess compliance with approved plans and planning conditions. Undertake site inspections, gather evidence, review planning histories and conduct interviews where necessary. Negotiate with landowners, developers and agents to achieve compliance and resolve planning issues. Prepare enforcement notices, statements, evidence packs and associated legal documentation. Liaise with Legal Services and other departments regarding enforcement action, appeals and prosecutions. Represent the Council at Planning Committees, Public Inquiries, Informal Hearings, Court Hearings and Planning Appeals. Provide technical advice and guidance to colleagues on complex planning and enforcement matters. Support service improvement initiatives, performance monitoring and customer service delivery. Assist with member training, officer development and collaborative working across Planning Services. Maintain accurate records and ensure work is delivered within statutory deadlines and performance targets. Essential Requirements Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography or a related discipline. Significant experience within Development Management and/or Planning Enforcement. Proven experience dealing with complex planning applications, appeals and enforcement cases. Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy and guidance, including Development Management and Enforcement processes. Experience preparing committee reports and presenting recommendations to elected members. Ability to interpret technical drawings, planning documents and development proposals. Excellent report writing, communication and negotiation skills. Experience working with stakeholders including developers, agents, legal teams and local communities. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities. Knowledge of relevant legislation including planning enforcement procedures, PACE and RIPA. Proficiency in planning software and ICT systems. Full UK Driving Licence and ability to undertake site visits. Desirable Requirements Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). Postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or related discipline. Experience supervising, mentoring or supporting planning officers. Experience acting as an expert witness at hearings, appeals or inquiries. Knowledge of Section 106 Agreements and Planning Performance Agreements. Experience within a Local Authority Planning Service. What We're Looking For The successful candidate will be a confident planning professional with experience across development management and planning enforcement. You will be capable of handling complex cases, building effective relationships with stakeholders and delivering high-quality planning outcomes within a local government environment.

Business Engagement and Grants Officer Location: Elmbridge Hours: 36 hours per week Contract: Temporary/Contract Employer: Aatom Recruitment on behalf of a Local Authority Aatom Recruitment is recruiting for a Business Engagement and Grants Officer on behalf of a local authority. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy Economic Development team supporting independent businesses, SMEs, and high streets across the borough. The Role You will play a key role in supporting local businesses and strengthening town and village centres. Working closely with business owners, stakeholders, and council departments, you will help deliver grant programmes and initiatives that encourage business growth and improve the local trading environment. Key Responsibilities Build strong relationships with local businesses, SMEs, traders, Chambers of Commerce, and Business Improvement Districts (BIDs). Act as a key contact for businesses seeking advice, support, and grant funding. Promote and administer business grant schemes worth over 100,000. Support businesses with funding applications, eligibility checks, compliance, and grant monitoring. Carry out outreach activities across town and village centres. Work with internal council departments to provide coordinated support services. Represent the council at business meetings, networking events, and stakeholder forums. Assist with projects that support regeneration, placemaking, and high street improvement initiatives. Prepare reports, case studies, and monitoring information to demonstrate programme outcomes. Support campaigns and communications promoting local business opportunities. About You To be successful in this role, you will have experience in business engagement, economic development, grants administration, or customer-focused business support. You should be able to demonstrate: Experience engaging with businesses, SMEs, or local stakeholders. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Experience managing records, documentation, or grant administration processes. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. The ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365. A proactive and customer-focused approach to problem-solving. Desirable Experience Supporting independent businesses and SMEs. Economic development, regeneration, or town centre management. Working with BIDs, business groups, or Chambers of Commerce. Grant funding, compliance, or programme administration. Business support or project administration qualifications. Apply If you have experience in business engagement, grants administration, economic development, regeneration, or SME support and would like to contribute to the success of local businesses and high streets, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through Aatom Recruitment for further information.

Aatom Recruitment is looking for Principal Enforcement Officer on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Title: Principal Enforcement Officer Contract Duration: 3 Months Hours Per Week: 36 Main Purpose of the Job: To lead and deliver complex housing enforcement activities and investigations to ensure compliance with housing legislation, licensing requirements, and regulatory standards in the private rented sector. To provide expert advice, guidance and support on housing enforcement matters, protecting residents from poor housing conditions, unlawful housing practices and associated risks to health, safety and wellbeing, while contributing to the Council's strategic housing and community safety objectives. Main Responsibilities / Accountabilities / Key Results Areas The postholder will be expected to effectively deliver the following responsibilities and outcomes: Lead on the investigation and enforcement of complex housing cases involving breaches of housing legislation, licensing conditions, property standards and management regulations. Provide specialist advice and guidance to managers, senior officers, elected Members and partner agencies on housing enforcement legislation, policy and procedure. Ensure that enforcement decisions are evidence-based, proportionate, consistent and compliant with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, Council policies and procedures. Conduct inspections of residential premises, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), licensed properties and privately rented accommodation, identifying hazards and determining appropriate interventions. Prepare, serve and monitor statutory notices, civil penalties, prohibition orders, improvement notices, emergency remedial actions and other formal enforcement measures as appropriate. Lead and undertake investigations into housing offences, including breaches of the Housing Act 2004, Management of Houses in Multiple Occupation Regulations, licensing schemes and associated legislation. Prepare detailed reports, witness statements, prosecution files and evidential records for legal proceedings, ensuring compliance with criminal procedure and evidential requirements. Represent the Council in court proceedings, tribunals, interviews under caution, public inquiries and other formal hearings as required. Work closely with Legal Services to progress prosecutions, appeals, injunctions, rent repayment orders and other enforcement actions. Develop and maintain effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to support coordinated enforcement activity and improve outcomes for residents. Undertake the general work of a Principal Enforcement Officer (Housing Enforcement) including: Managing a substantial caseload of complex enforcement investigations, operating with a high degree of autonomy and professional judgement. Planning, coordinating and delivering enforcement activities in accordance with service priorities, performance targets and statutory obligations. Conducting site inspections, property surveys and evidence-gathering exercises to assess compliance with legislative and licensing requirements. Undertaking interviews under caution and gathering evidence in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) and associated codes of practice. Preparing enforcement notices, legal documentation, schedules of works and prosecution files to the required evidential standards. Instructing and liaising with Legal Services, Counsel and external experts where appropriate, ensuring effective progression of legal proceedings. Attending court, tribunal and appeal hearings, giving professional evidence and representing the Council's interests as required. Providing technical advice, training and guidance to colleagues, internal departments, elected Members and external stakeholders. Monitoring and reviewing compliance with statutory notices, licence conditions and enforcement actions, taking further action where necessary. Maintaining accurate records and making effective use of case management systems, databases and regulatory enforcement software.

Aatom Recruitment is looking for a Placement & Brokerage Officer on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Title:Placement & Brokerage Officer Contract Duration: 3 Months with possibility of Extension Work Pattern:2 days remote, 3 days in the office Purpose The Care Arrangement Team is responsible for coordinating and arranging care packages for individuals with assessed needs, ensuring timely access to appr. . click apply for full job details

Aatom Recruitment is looking for Coroners Officer on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Title: Coroners Officer Contract Duration: 12 Months Hours Per Week: 40 Purpose of the role: The Coroner's Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the HM Senior Coroner in their statutory duty to investigate sudden, unexplained, or violent deaths, and deaths that occur in state detention. This involves a wide range of duties, from the initial reporting of deaths to assisting with inquests, ensuring that all necessary information is gathered to determine the cause of death and contributing to public safety. Key Responsibilities: Primary responsibility To undertake the judicial orders of the Coroner and assist HM Senior Coroner, Area and Assistant Coroners in fulfilling their statutory duty with regards to the investigation and case management of unknown, violent, sudden, in custody or otherwise in state detention, and unnatural deaths from initial referral to the end of the investigation. Initial Investigation and Enquiries: Receive reports of deaths from police, medical professionals, and members of the public. Conduct initial enquiries to gather information about the deceased, their medical history, and the circumstances surrounding their death. Liaise with families of the deceased with sensitivity and empathy, providing clear information about the coronial process. Request and review medical records, police reports, and other relevant documentation. Identify cases requiring post-mortem examination and arrange for this to be conducted. Liaise with pathologists, police, and other agencies to ensure a comprehensive investigation. To record, assess and investigate any reports of potential Treasure as directed by the Coroner. Preparation for Inquests: Prepare and collate all documentation required for inquests, including witness statements, medical reports, and police files. Identify and contact relevant witnesses, ensuring their attendance at inquests as required. Assist the Coroner and the Head of Service in the preparation of inquest files and ensure all legal requirements are met. Inquest Support: Attend openings, pre inquest reviews and inquests, providing administrative and logistical support to the Coroner. Assist in the smooth running of court proceedings, including managing exhibits and preparing the court. Provide support to bereaved families attending inquests. Liaison and Communication: Maintain effective communication channels with bereaved families, offering support and keeping them informed throughout the coronial process. Work collaboratively with a wide range of external agencies, including police forces, NHS trusts, general practitioners, funeral directors, local authorities, and other governmental departments. Respond to enquiries from the public and professional bodies regarding coronial matters. To work closely with mortuary staff and bereaved family members to ensure pathological specimens, samples and organs are preserved, analysed and disposed of as necessary according to the requirements of the family and the Human Tissue Act. Administration and Record Keeping: Manage a personal caseload, assess and evaluate cases and gather evidence required by the Coroner including statements, reports and social and medical history to enable the effective investigation and progression of investigations and inquests. Maintain accurate and detailed electronic and hard copy records of all cases, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. Manage and organise electronic and hard copy coronial files efficiently. Prepare and issue official documents such as Acknowledgment of Death forms and Burial Orders. Utilise bespoke coronial case management systems.

Job Title: Principal Review Officer Location: Local Authority (details provided upon application) Contract: 1-month initial contract with potential for extension Aatom Recruitment is currently seeking a Principal Review Officer to join our client, a local authority, on a short-term contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to a high-impact team. Key Responsibilities: Review medical decisions and Section 202 homelessness decisions Respond to Member Enquiries (ME) Attend court proceedings when required Liaise effectively with internal departments and external organisations Requirements: Strong understanding of housing legislation and review processes Excellent communication and analytical skills Ability to manage sensitive cases with professionalism Previous experience in a similar role within a local authority is desirable If you're interested and meet the criteria, please apply today or contact us for more information.