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Housing Enforcement Lead Newcastle Under Lyme Contract £50 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Housing Enforcement Lead 2 days from home - 3 days in office not negotiable To provide functional leadership in the core service areas of: • Private Sector Housing (HHSRS, HMO licensing, Fire Safety in High Rise Dwellings, Asylum Accommodation, Public Health in Housing) • Renters Rights (Implementation & Enforcement) • Housing Strategy Inc Homelessness, Temporary accommodation, Supported Accommodation and Affordable Housing. Ensuring that work processes, standards and compliance are maintained and continuously improved. To deliver a specialist, professional service with high standards of advice and support and resolving cases of varying complexity as they arise. T his is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Employee Relations Officer Taunton Contract £19.96 per hour PAYE or £27.20 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Employee Relations Officer. 2 days in the office minimum (Wednesday and Thursday) plus other days as required by the business. Will be based at County Hall, Taunton. Required to attend the office a minimum of two days a week (Wednesday and Thursday) plus other days as required in line with business needs. Must have significant employee relations experience in managing complex ER cases including but not limited to grievances, disciplinaries, performance management, sickness, restructures plus ideally TUPE. This is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Experience in an HR environment. Managing and advising on complex people/employee relation matters including disciplinary, grievance, performance, and sickness issues. Producing and interpreting analytical data to support any recommendations. Producing reports and management information. To provide managers with a range of options with any associated risks identified. Experience in TU consultation and negotiation. Delivering training or making presentations to management. Development and implementation of new policies and procedures. Experience of electronic filing systems and Co-Pilot. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Sector Marketing Manger Wakefield Contract 17 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Sector Marketing Manger 2 days from home - 3 days in office This is a senior marketing role responsible for leading the development and delivery of marketing strategies for YPO's Procurement Services sector. The postholder will work closely with senior leaders and category teams to increase brand awareness, generate leads, strengthen customer relationships, and drive revenue growth. The role combines strategic planning, campaign leadership, stakeholder management, and performance analysis to support organisational objectives and commercial success. T his is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Develop and implement annual marketing strategies aligned to organisational and sector objectives. Lead, plan, execute, and evaluate multi-channel marketing campaigns that attract new customers, increase engagement, and improve retention. Drive qualified website traffic and generate leads for the procurement team. Act as the marketing lead for Procurement Services, partnering with category leads to deliver agreed business priorities. Oversee the creation of compelling content across websites, blogs, publications, email campaigns, and digital channels. Manage the end-to-end delivery of email marketing campaigns, including planning, execution, reporting, and optimisation. Monitor customer behaviour, market trends, competitor activity, and campaign performance to inform marketing decisions. Identify and implement innovative marketing techniques, technologies, and continuous improvement initiatives. Build relationships with suppliers, partners, and agencies to maximise collaboration opportunities and commercial outcomes. Take ownership of customer touchpoints, communications, and marketing assets to ensure a consistent customer experience. Planning and Organising Lead extensive marketing planning to support delivery of the organisational strategy. Hold full responsibility for marketing activity within the assigned sector, including forecasting, budgeting, campaign planning, timelines, and performance delivery. Coordinate cross-functional planning with procurement, sales, customer services, finance, operations, and other internal teams. Balance strategic priorities while responding effectively to ad hoc requests from senior stakeholders. Continuously analyse and monitor campaign performance, using data and insights to optimise results and achieve objectives. Problem Solving and Decision Making Make strategic and operational decisions regarding the planning, implementation, and measurement of marketing activity. Ensure all marketing activity maintains the integrity of the YPO brand and delivers a positive customer experience. Influence senior stakeholders and sector leaders on marketing strategy, priorities, and delivery. Recommend and implement tactical and strategic improvements that support business growth and organisational objectives. Stakeholder Management and Relationships PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Probation Officer Solihull Contract £24.24 per hour PAYE or £32.82 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Probation Officer Hybrid working 2 days on site Enhanced DBS Managing a caseload of young people on probation. Completing assessments and sentence plans using OASys. Producing high-quality reports for criminal courts and partner agencies. Assessing and managing risk to victims, children and the wider public. Providing professional advice and information to courts and criminal justice partners. Working collaboratively with safeguarding, education, health and other statutory agencies. Attending multi-agency meetings, including MAPPA and other partnership forums. Conducting home, community and custodial visits as required. Maintaining accurate records and documentation within agreed timescales. Supporting positive outcomes and reducing reoffending through effective offender management. T his is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk To be considered, you must have: A recognised Probation Officer qualification. Experience completing OASys assessments. Previous court experience and confidence producing court reports. Strong offender management and risk assessment experience. Excellent communication and partnership working skills. A commitment to safeguarding and public protection. Access to your own vehicle PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Information Request Officer Taunton Contract 13.90 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Information Request Officer The Information Request Team is part of the Information Governance Team which has a flexible structure to meet the needs of the organisation. The post holder is expected to work across a range of duties as part of the Information Request Team, as required by the Team Leader or Service Manager, and other members of the team. Using iCasework (software), the Information Request Officer manages, responds and processes requests within statutory guidelines and within set timescales. Assesses the request against guidance to make sure the request is clear, liaising with customers to clarify information if required and ensures a good quality response. Evidences and appropriately articulates the public interest and prejudice test when required by legislation to support the use of qualified exemptions. Ensures charges are levied to the Information Requester, if appropriate. Identifies any probable vexatious or repeated requests and reports this to the Team Leader. Works with the service department to ensure that they locate all paper and electronic records held that relates to particular requests. Develops and maintains the disclosure log on the website. T his is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Essential Experience of following processes and assessing material for appropriate disclosure Working with confidential cases and documents, respecting the need for confidentiality at all times Dealing professionally with customers and building good working relationships with officers and managers Analysing, organising and presenting information to a high standard Knowledge of data protection Ability to interpret and apply legislation where necessary Ability to prepare files, sometimes of a complex nature, involving highly sensitive and confidential information. Must have a good range of IT skills and ability to use the Microsoft package and ability to learn new software such as Adobe PDF Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with a high level of accuracy Ability to organise own work, and multiple tasks at once Ability to speak fluent English as stated in Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Smoke Alarm Monitoring Officer Camden Contract £20.09 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Smoke Alarm Monitoring Officer Mon-Tue 8:00-16:30 Wed- Thur 8:00 - 16:00 This is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk The role involves inspecting Street properties throughout Camden checking Smoke Alarms and identifying and reporting on any issues. Carrying out minor repairs and installations. Reporting on any communal issues related to Fire Safety Regulations, which will involve Signage, Communal Storage, and any other Health and Safety issues. You will be required to report and remove hazardous storage in such instances you will normally be working with a colleague. Where Signs are missing or need updating, you will be required to insatall these. You will be working on site and will be mobile all day driving between jobs. You will be meeting our residents and will need to provide excellent customer service skills. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Case Handler Maidstone Contract £19.35 per hour PAYE or £25.20 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Case Handler Mandatory office Tuesday and Wednesday and working remotely 3 days after training and merit. Flexibility to work from Sittingbourne when needed. This role will include admin, case management specific to damp and mould cases. Also needs to be able to work from Sittingbourne office if required (Kent Science Park). Immediate availability required. Hours will be Mon- Fri 8-4/9-5 Experience of working with customers in public sector, organised, experience of case management and knowledge of Awaabs legislation required. Location is remote candidate will need there own car. T his is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Case Handler Our vision is to create communities where everyone has a safe home in a place where they re proud to live. We re big and we re local. Residents are at the heart of all we and we use our size to influence positive change in the areas where we operate. It s also about living our values which are at the HEART of what we do. All colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values through their behaviours, actions, and words on a daily basis. The role Reporting to the Project Manager (Damp & Mould), you will assist in ensuring that the organisation fulfils its zero-tolerance approach to damp and mould within its homes as outlined in the Southern Housing Damp and Mould Framework and Standard Operating Procedure. You will provide effective case handling of all Damp & Mould repair requests and provide admin support to the team of Specialist Surveyors, including diary management, appointment scheduling and general communication. The location You ll be based at one of our main offices in either Farringdon, Croydon, Isle of Wight, Maidstone or Sittingbourne, with the option for working in a hybrid way when appropriate and as agreed with your manager. What you ll be doing: Dealing and responding to all damp and mould enquiries received directly from residents or via colleagues. Categorising the severity of the situation based on the Southern Housing Damp and Mould/ Repairs & Serious Health Conditions operating procedure. Coordinating actions that are applicable to achieve a successful resolution. Communicating with residents to provide support, guidance and advice around damp & mould management and prevention. Ensure reports, enquiries and complaints are completed to deadline and compliant with standard operating procedure. Interacting with key internal and external stakeholders. Immediately escalating any Health & Safety/ reputational risks or concerns. Coordinating and acting on any local authority enquiries. Administrating compliance with the Housing Ombudsman Spotlight Report and Best Practice Action Plan. What you ll need: Knowledge & Experience A logical, thorough, and analytical approach to problem solving. Excellent written communication skills able to present and communicate in a clear, succinct, and compelling manner. Excellent people skills, demonstrates empathy with residents and avoids becoming defensive, passive, or aggressive when dealing with conflict. Ability to manage expectations and be clear about what can and can t be done. Ability to prioritise and organise competing demands. Results oriented, works efficiently and accurately within set timescales. Works well in a team environment, readily shares ideas, information and best practice with colleagues and partners. Able to update key colleagues on progress with case load. Can work flexibly, prioritise, and manage competing demands. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Payroll Officer Lambeth Contract £23.51 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Payroll Officer Approximately two / three days per week in the office. Working with a diverse payroll team consisting of 12 members, managing the payroll operations for approximately 2,920 school staff, 3,200 corporate staff, and around 200 external school staff. maintaining close collaboration with our internal & external partners and software providers to ensure the smooth function of the Oracle payroll system. Job Purpose To assist in all aspects of the day to day delivery of a comprehensive and efficient payroll service, that ensures staff are paid accurately and on time and in accordance with legislation, regulations and Council policy. To act as first line contact to the full range of clients (employees, Council departments, schools and external bodies). To provide specialist advice on all matters pertaining to payroll administration regulations and associated policies. Actively respond to and resolve payroll service desk items within performance targets. T his is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Knowledge of payroll administration procedures and systems. Very good knowledge of the PAYE and HMRC regulations and associated legislation. Knowledge and experience of establishing strong effective working relationships, communicating effectively (verbal, written, presentations) and interacting with clients, internal departments and external bodies to deliver an effective payroll administration service. Proven ability to cope with conflicting and changing demands through good time management and the ability to work under pressure. Proficient ICT skills including Microsoft applications. Experience of using and maintaining computer programmes such as Microsoft Word & Excel. Experience of using payroll IT systems ideally gained within a public sector environment. Experience in payroll calculations and application of PAYE, tax, national insurance and pensions regulations in relation to payroll service delivery. Experience in dealing with member enquiries including complex enquiries and resolving matters with a satisfactory outcome. Appropriate professional qualifications or significant experience of working in a payroll department in a customer focused organisation. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Chief Accountant Redditch Contract £453.40per day PAYE or £570.69 per day limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Chief Accountant. Hybrid, ideally at least once a week on-site The Chief Accountant will play a pivotal leadership role within the Finance and Corporate Resources Directorate, reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance and Customer Services and managing a small team including a Technical Accountant, Systems Accountant and Reconciliation Officers. This is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk The postholder will lead the delivery of the annual Statement of Accounts for both Bromsgrove District Council and Redditch Borough Council, ensuring compliance with IFRS, CIPFA requirements and statutory deadlines, while maintaining responsibility for treasury management, the councils balance sheets, fixed asset registers, corporate finance budgets and general ledger controls. The role will oversee budget coordination and monitoring across revenue and capital programmes, support the annual budget-setting process, monitor savings delivery, manage grants and external funding, and provide strategic financial advice to service managers, senior leaders and stakeholders. Responsibilities also include liaising with external auditors, authorising financial transactions, overseeing treasury activities and borrowing decisions, ensuring robust reconciliations and systems development, and driving continuous improvement across financial processes and controls. As a senior finance professional, the successful candidate will be expected to lead and develop staff, maintain strong governance and regulatory compliance, communicate effectively at all levels, and contribute strategically to the financial management and long-term sustainability of both authorities. The ideal candidate will be a fully CCAB-qualified accountant with at least five years post-qualification experience, a proven track record of producing local authority Statements of Accounts, managing teams and budgets within a complex financial environment, and the ability to provide strategic leadership, excellent stakeholder engagement and high-quality financial advice. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Team Manager Tenancy Rights Advice & Enforcement Lambeth Contract £29.79 per hour PAYE or £38.97 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Team Manager Tenancy Rights Advice & Enforcement Minimum 2 days per week in office T his is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk a Team Manager within a new Renters Rights Act (RRA) Tenancy Rights, Advice and Enforcement Team , a key position to enforce the rights of private rented tenants under the new Renters Rights Act legislation, tackle harassment and unlawful eviction and uphold the council s regulatory responsibilities. The position is until March 2027. The new manager will oversee a dedicated team of 4 officers who will provide specialist support and advice in response to new duties under the Renters Rights Act. The team will be central to delivering a fairer and safer private rented sector in Lambeth, acting also as a homelessness prevention tool. The Team Manager will provide strategic leadership, expert technical expertise, and staff management across advice, casework, and enforcement activity relating to the advertising, letting and ending of private rented sector tenancies . You will build a high performing team, ensuring residents receive accurate, timely, person-centered advice on their rights and protections, and that breaches of tenancy law are investigated and enforced lawfully, proportionately, and consistently. Enforcement action will involve evidence collection up to standards admissible in court, leading for the council with Legal on bringing cases to court for criminal prosecution or issuing and collecting civil penalty fines. You will work closely with Homelessness Prevention and partners across ASC, CSC, Health, VAWG services and voluntary sector organisations. This is a unique opportunity to drive forward a new offer, strengthen operational practice, and enhance the council s impact on tenancy rights and unlawful eviction prevention. A good knowledge of tenancy law and security of tenure, unlawful eviction, harassment, and investigatory frameworks Experience managing or supervising complex casework within a statutory or regulatory context The ability to lead service improvements, develop operational policy, and maintain high-quality standards Strong leadership, communication and partnership-working skills A proactive, resident-centred and trauma-informed approach to working with residents If you re passionate about tenants rights, and ready to lead a specialist team delivering critical regulatory functions, we d be delighted to hear from you PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

SEN Payments Officer Enfield Contract £22.12 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced SEN Payments Officer The Payments Officer sits within the SEN Service as part of the Experts at Hand (EAH) programme, supporting accurate, timely and well controlled payment processes linked to EAH funding and provision. The role provides dedicated operational finance support to ensure SEN and EAH related payments are processed, recorded and reported consistently. T his is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer

Communications Officer Shrewsbury Contract £18.44 per hour PAYE or £23.47 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Communications Officer. Hybrid 3 days on site. Basic DBS. Support of production of video & photos comms campaigns T his is one of a number of roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk The post holder will be responsible for helping to deliver the council s strategic communications activities, including high-profile internal and external campaigns to support the delivery of its vision and to protect and enhance its reputation, with a focus on children s transformation. The post holder will need to understand and demonstrate the council s values and behaviours and work collaboratively with colleagues, partners and other stakeholders to help build a sustainable highly effective organisation and develop the council s reputation as a successful one delivering great value for its residents. Devise and help to deliver communications campaigns and initiatives on time and within allocated agreed spend to the standards of the council. Support with media relations, including writing press releases and dealing with enquiries from the media. Promote council services, initiatives and campaigns via the council s social media channels. Build relations and work closely with both internal and external partners to achieve specified outcomes. Support with the production of videos and photographs. Support the communications team to deliver to the highest standards. Deliver and support communications campaigns and projects. Work closely with the web team and customer services team on external communications campaigns and initiatives. Responsible for assisting the corporate direction of the communications agenda, with the aim of adopting new technologies to improve the customer experience for residents and businesses. Support the team in responding to emergencies or major incidents. Be compliant with Financial, Procurement, and Information Governance Rules. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer