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Title: Principal Planning Officer Contract: 5 months Location: London, UK (Hybrid - 3 days in office) Role type: Full time Contract (Monday to Friday) Job Purpose To lead and supervise a team of planning and enforcement officers within the Development Management service, managing a diverse caseload of planning applications including major and strategic developments. The postholder will research, assess and report on the full range of planning applications and enforcement matters under the Planning Acts and associated legislation. The role includes preparing appeal statements, representing the Council at inquiries and hearings, presenting at Planning Committee, negotiating complex development proposals (including Section 106 agreements), and deputising for the Team Leader where required. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Supervision Supervise, mentor and provide professional guidance to planning and enforcement officers. Allocate and monitor workload across the team. Support officer development, training and performance management. Deputise for the Team Leader in their absence, including authorising reports and recommendations. Development Management & Casework Manage a varied caseload of planning applications, including major and strategic developments. Assess development proposals through site visits, policy appraisal and consultation responses. Draft high-quality, robust reports with clear and defensible recommendations. Negotiate complex applications, including securing financial contributions through legal agreements (e.g. Section 106). Validate planning applications and ensure statutory requirements are met. Maintain accurate records of site visits, meetings and decisions. Planning Enforcement Investigate alleged breaches of planning control. Lead and authorise formal enforcement action where appropriate. Instruct planning solicitors on enforcement and related matters. Prepare and present cases for prosecution where necessary. Appeals & Representation Prepare appeal statements, proofs of evidence and witness statements. Represent the Council at public inquiries, hearings and court proceedings. Present reports and respond to questions at Planning Committee. Attend pre-committee briefings and stakeholder meetings. Stakeholder Engagement & Customer Service Provide professional advice to applicants, agents, members, residents and other stakeholders. Advise on planning policy, likelihood of consent and scheme amendments. Represent the Development Management service at cross-departmental and external meetings. Contribute to maintaining high standards of customer service. Service Development Contribute to service improvement initiatives and change programmes. Lead or participate in working groups aimed at continuous improvement. Manage external consultancy commissions (typically up to 25,000), overseeing quality and delivery. Qualifications & Professional Requirements Degree in Town Planning or equivalent relevant qualification. Eligibility for membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Essential Experience Significant experience in Development Management, including planning enforcement. Experience managing major or complex planning applications. Proven experience presenting reports at Planning Committee. Excellent working knowledge of current planning legislation and policy. Experience negotiating Section 106 agreements. Experience preparing appeal statements and representing cases at hearings or inquiries. Some knowledge of historic buildings and conservation areas. Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and decision-making skills. Excellent written communication, with the ability to produce concise and persuasive reports. Confident public speaker with the ability to present complex matters clearly. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines. Leadership capability and ability to motivate and support colleagues. Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Methodical approach to detailed and procedural work. High level of IT literacy. What happens next? Your application and CV will be carefully reviewed by the recruitment team managing this position. If your experience matches the role requirements, we will contact you within 48 hours to discuss the opportunity and outline the next steps. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

A Transport Planning and Highway Engineering specialist consultancy is looking for a Senior/Principal Transport Planner in their Central London office. This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most recognisable projects in Greater London such as Battersea Power Station and London Pavilion. You will be taking a leading role in a team of 20, managing these strategic projects, leading junior transport planners and working with the senior leadership team to develop client relationships. Key Responsibilities Technical & Project Delivery Lead the preparation and review of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans and Technical Notes Provide expert transport planning input to support planning applications and development-led schemes Undertake and oversee junction capacity assessments and traffic modelling (e.g. ARCADY, PICADY, LINSIG, TEMPro) Review highway and access designs to ensure compliance with local authority and national guidance Advise on active travel, public transport and sustainable transport strategies Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery to programme and budget Client & Stakeholder Management Act as a key point of contact for developers, architects, planners and local authorities Attend and lead design team meetings, planning meetings and public consultations Support negotiations with highway authorities and planning officers Contribute to fee proposals, scopes of work and business development activities Leadership & Mentorship Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and intermediate transport planners Review technical outputs and ensure high-quality, commercially aware delivery Support the development of internal best practice and technical standards Essential Requirements Degree (or postgraduate qualification) in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in a development planning or transport planning consultancy Proven track record delivering transport planning support for planning applications Strong knowledge of UK planning policy, highways guidance and local authority processes Experience preparing and reviewing Transport Assessments and Transport Statements Competence in junction modelling software (e.g. LINSIG, ARCADY, PICADY) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Confident client-facing professional with commercial awareness Ability to manage workloads, deadlines and junior staff effectively If interested in this position, but would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

Job Title: Senior Head of Health & Safety Events Reporting To: Event Experience Director Function: Event Experience Direct Reports: 3 Location: London Bridge, with UK-wide travel Working Pattern: Hybrid working minimum 2 days per week in the office Hours: Office hours with flexibility required to support events Salary: £90,000 plus 10% performance bonus Role Overview Our client, an events company, is seeking a Senior Head of Health & Safety to provide organisation-wide strategic leadership for health, safety, wellbeing, and compliance across the company, its subsidiaries, and selected partner entities. This role sets the vision for a proactive, prevention-focused safety culture and ensures that all premises, people, and event operations adhere to the highest standards of legal compliance and risk management. The Senior Head of Health & Safety will oversee Event Safety, Security, Traffic Management, Medical functions, and Safeguarding across the client s event portfolio, ensuring safe, compliant, and resilient delivery during planning, build, live, and break phases. The role works closely with event planning teams, freelancers, contractors, and a wide range of external stakeholders. Responsibilities include developing and implementing safe working practices, reviewing and testing contingency plans, and coordinating with blue light services and local councils to deliver secure, compliant, and resilient events. A strong background in events and large-scale operations is essential. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Set and refine the organisational strategy for health and safety across offices, warehouses, event sites, and group companies. Act as principal adviser to the Board, Executive Team, and senior leaders. Lead the development of a unified safety culture built on collaboration and continual improvement. Policy, Governance & Compliance Continue to develop the Group Safety Management System (SMS). Lead creation and assurance of H&S policies for workplace, event, contractor, and incident management. Oversee group audit, inspection, and assurance across the organisation. Ensure compliance with Martyn s Law and building safety legislation. Workplace, Building & Facilities Health & Safety Provide strategic oversight of building safety and facilities-related H&S across offices and warehouses. Partner with the Head of Workspace & Properties to define responsibilities and governance. Oversee fire safety, maintenance-related risk, contractor management, and workspace assessments. Event Safety, Security & Medical Operations Take ownership of emergency response and crisis management for events. Work with the Event Experience Director on business continuity planning to ensure robust preparedness and resilience. Lead the Event Safety & Security Manager, Coordinator, and Medical Manager. Oversee medical governance, provider performance, and operational readiness. Direct family liaison and safeguarding practices in collaboration with the Event Experience Director. Oversee security planning with a focus on protective security measures and counter-terrorism. Maintain planning documentation, RAMS, contingency plans, and compliance with the Purple Guide, Green Guide, and Martyn s Law. Build and maintain strong relationships with Safety Advisory Groups (SAGs), blue light services, and local authorities. Traffic Management Leadership Lead the Traffic Planning Manager and Traffic Management Planner. Oversee traffic plans, road closures, sterile route design, and hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) deployment. Group-Wide Risk Management Direct risk assessments across offices, warehouses, events, and subsidiaries. Lead investigations and regulatory reporting. Ensure the organisation meets all legal reporting duties, including RIDDOR. Culture, Engagement & Training Champion health and safety training and induction programmes. Mentor managers and build health and safety capability across teams. Required Skills & Experience Essential Level 6 Occupational Health & Safety Diploma. NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum); NEBOSH Diploma preferred. Experience leading health and safety across multi-site organisations, including offices, warehouses, and events. Strong knowledge of CDM regulations, Purple Guide, Green Guide, traffic management, and medical governance. Proven leadership in large-scale event safety planning. Security management experience. Fire safety and environmental experience. Experience working with emergency services, SAGs, and regulators. Desired Level 4 Spectator Safety Safety Officer qualification. Experience supporting subsidiaries or partner companies. Training, mentoring, and coaching experience. Crowd dynamics and mass participation event experience.

Job purpose To manage movement into, and out of, the council's temporary accommodation - having regard for best use of stock and resources, as well as the specific needs of the client. To manage issues arising throughout the duration of all placements, including repairs, transfers and anti-social behaviour. Principal accountabilities To allocate accommodation, making best use of stock, based on assessment information and within policy and procedure. Whilst also Maintaining a fair and consistent system of prioritising customers for types of accommodation and 'in area' accommodation according to customer needs and in line with organisation policy. To prepare all tenancy and licence agreements, plus Housing Benefit claims applications and communicate appropriate information including viewings, to customers in order to place homeless households in temporary accommodation with flexibility of working longer hours and under pressure to ensure that statutory duties are fulfilled in a timely manner. Consider specific risks and safeguarding issues associated with vulnerable clients and clients with complex needs in order to suitably place in temporary accommodation. To effectively, and holistically, manage all tenancies and licences; actioning any issues as they arise. This includes monitoring tenants use of temporary accommodation, establishing cases of abandonment and taking appropriate action, actioning reports from providers regarding anti-social behaviour etc, serving warning letters, actioning reports from residents of damage or disrepair etc. Report maintenance and property management problems and liaise with customers and property managers to ensure that the problems are resolved within an appropriate and agreed timescale. Also carry out regular in-person property inspections, inspecting the condition of the internal and external areas and the common parts, ensuring that the residents are complying with the terms and conditions of their licence and that property management companies are fulfilling their contractual obligations. To establish, develop and sustain effective working relationships with internal teams and external organisations, working collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes for customers and achieve service objectives including; sustaining tenancies, effectively tackling anti-social behaviour, nuisance and harassment and addressing rent and service charge arrears. To maintain accurate records for tenants and tenancies on relevant computer systems, including setting up cases and resources, recording any changes of circumstances, maintaining records necessary to monitor voids, and making full reports of all visits and enquiries. To interrogate the housing management computer system and other statistical information on computerised databases ensuring adherence with confidentiality and GDPR. Maintain a working knowledge of BHCCs allocation policies, and the legal framework these sit within e.g.: Housing Act 1996. Keep abreast of organisational and national policy changes relating to housing and homelessness - including provisions regarding the accommodation suitability standards. Provide advice and information to customers, external agencies and other BHCC teams on accommodation options and on our statutory housing duties. To identify when to refer to other specialist teams for casework intervention and/ or refer to non-statutory services due to concerns regarding child protection, mental health, safeguarding, self-neglect and illness, and ensuring referrals are made in a timely manner. To effectively manage the re-connection of left belongings with former residents and lead on the process of removal, storage and eventual disposal (where necessary) of belongings left by former residents, in accordance with legislation and agreed procedures. To accurately scrutinise and verify provider invoices (eg spot-purchased accommodation, Council Tax, storage and removal costs etc) for payment. To make initial investigations with providers and third parties to help determine whether notice needs to be served to end a tenancy. Prepare the notice to quit (for authorisation by senior management) and certificate of service documentation and serve this on the resident at the address. Monitor expiration date of notices and make enquiries to determine whether the resident has left upon expiry. In cases where the resident has not left, collate all correspondence and case file notes to create a timeline of events and populate a witness statement- assisting Legal Services with preparation for court action. Attend Court to field questions as they arise and, on occasion, present evidence. Where possession is granted, prepare Bailiff's risk assessments. Job-related education, qualifications, and knowledge Knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 (specifically parts VI & VII), Homeless Reduction Act 2017, Homelessness Act 2002, Localism Act 2011, Children Act 1989, Care Act 2014 and other relevent legislation. Familiarity with the current Homelessness Code of Guidance for Local Authorities. Knowledge of main welfare benefits and housing benefits A broad understanding of the responsibilities of tenants, landlords and other accommodation providers. An awareness of the impact of changes in national policy on accommodation solutions. Knowledge of health and safety legislation relating to accommodation provision Experience Experience of using communication skills to provide a customer focussed service. Experience of managing customer expectations with sensitivity and clarity Experience of providing advice and information to customers who may approach under difficult circumstances. Experience of assessing housing need. Recent experience of working within a high pressure, customer orientated environment. Experience of working within a team including providing flexible cover for colleagues Experience of using, interrogating and applying a variety of Information Technology packages, databases, spreadsheets and word processors. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior/Principal Development Management Officer Midlands 6 month contract (could extend) £50-55 per hour Ref - 64627 Carrington West are supporting a Local Authority client in the Midlands with their search for a Senior or Principal Development Management Officer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering the Council's Local Plan and Corporate Priorities through effective Development Management outcomes. . The Role Determining planning applications, appeals and pre-application enquiries in line with national and local policy Negotiating amendments, conditions and Section 106 agreements Investigating breaches of planning control and supporting enforcement action Preparing and presenting reports to Planning Committee Your experience Experience within a Local Authority Development Management team Experience handling planning cases appropriate to your level Strong report writing and communication skills Member of the RTPI If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Ryan Williamson on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion or email your CV to (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK-wide on both a permanent and contract basis across all levels of seniority. If this role is not quite right, we would still welcome a conversation about other opportunities.

Data and Examinations Manager (Temporary role until Christmas 2025 - Possibly onwards) Location: Outskirts of Rye, East Sussex Contract: Term time only, plus 8 weeks during school holidays (43 weeks total), including the last two weeks of August Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (8:30am - 4:30pm, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch break; flexibility required during exam periods) Salary: £negotiable Recruitment South East are working in partnership with our client, a respected independent school located on the outskirts of Rye, East Sussex, who are seeking a Data and Examinations Manager to join their team. This is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring the effective management of the school's data systems, examination administration, and attendance records. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the integrity, security, and accuracy of student data and ensuring the smooth and compliant running of all internal and external examinations. Key Responsibilities Data Management Lead and develop the administration of the school's Management Information System (MIS) to ensure data is secure, accurate, and accessible to authorised users. Maintain and update student records and ensure accurate data input and reporting. Produce accurate and timely data reports to support school leadership in monitoring performance and improving outcomes. Analyse and present assessment and attendance data across key stages, year groups, and subjects. Support staff training in data management and analysis. Manage and respond to data requests from external agencies and governing bodies. Develop and maintain systems within the MIS to support daily school operations, including cover management. Examinations Administration Manage the full examinations process in line with JCQ and awarding body regulations. Serve as the main point of contact for all external examinations and liaise with awarding bodies and internal stakeholders. Ensure full compliance with JCQ regulations and maintain examination integrity and security at all times. Oversee exam timetabling, rooming, invigilation, and candidate communication. Recruit, train, and manage a team of invigilators. Support the SENCo in implementing examination access arrangements and reasonable adjustments. Manage the secure storage, distribution, and dispatch of exam papers and scripts. Coordinate the issue of results, post-results services, and distribution of certificates. Support the Head of Centre in addressing any malpractice concerns or irregularities. Ensure all examination-related fees are accurately managed and recharged in a timely manner. Attendance Management Act as the school's Attendance Officer, maintaining accurate attendance records for all pupils. Prepare attendance reports, certificates, and statutory returns to local authorities. Monitor attendance patterns and identify students at risk of poor attendance. Produce daily fire registers and ensure missing marks are promptly followed up with staff. Issue legal notifications where required in accordance with statutory guidance. Assessment and Reporting Support the Senior Leadership Team in ensuring assessment and reporting deadlines are met. Manage the collection, collation, and reporting of assessment grades and termly reports to parents. Produce and distribute academic and behavioural reports as required. General Duties Provide administrative support, including answering calls and covering reception as needed. Provide lunchtime cover for the Principal's PA. Contribute to maintaining the school's safeguarding standards in line with policy. Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role as required by senior leadership. The Ideal Candidate Previous experience in examinations or data management within an educational setting. Strong knowledge of JCQ regulations and exam administration processes. Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time management skills. Confident user of Management Information Systems (such as SIMS or equivalent). Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with staff, students, parents, and external organisations. If you are a highly organised and detail-focused individual with a passion for education administration, we would love to hear from you. To apply or learn more, please contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed) .

We have been exclusively appointed by our client company on a retained search for A commercially astute Commercial Director with strong strategic and financial acumen, with proven experience in building cost models and driving business growth, and the ability to provide clear direction and leadership to a capable but underdeveloped team. Below you will find a Candidate Opportunity Brief developed from notes taken during the scoping meeting (Situational Discovery) held between the Head of Executive Search & Principal Consultant of Ford & Stanley Executive Search and the General Manager of the business in question. This brief is designed to give candidates a deeper insight into the opportunity inherent within the role, the challenges the role presents, and provide access to the detail that sits behind the job specification. Client Opportunity Statements: We re looking for someone who can introduce clear processes, build confidence, and lead with intent as we scale out commercial function into a more mature, performance-driven operation Our pricing and margin models vary too much across contracts. We need someone who can create a unified, data-led approach that supports profitable growth and gives us commercial control. Challenges expected within the first 12 months include: The function currently lacks structure and consistency, as such the incoming Commercial Director needs to address the lack of processes, procedures, systems, contract standardisation. As the business grows, the cost models need to be fit for purpose, currently, there is no consistency to these cost models and uniformity needs to be achieved. The team have lacked true leadership, and we expect some resistance to change as higher performance is demanded across the function. Key deliverables within the first 12 months include: Define and implement a consistent costing model. In close collaboration with the senior leadership team, build a robust pipeline of opportunity. Analyse the capability of the current team, identify any gaps and implement practical steps to address these. Essential Hard Skills (Skills & Experience) Proven leasing knowledge with the capability of building pricing models and leading negotiations. Strong rail operations knowledge Have a strong commercial acumen with the ability to set a commercial strategy and lead new business activity. Line Management experience Bidding knowledge highly desirable Essential Soft Skills (Attributes & Behaviours) Dedicated and capable of prioritising the various responsibilities. Gravitas and has the ability to influence and persuade Exceptional negotiation skills Strong emotional intelligence, with an ability to navigate diverse stakeholders Natural commercial acumen that can think on their feet. Working Arrangements & Location: Hybrid working model Based in Derbyshire office, with 1 day working from home and another optional on client visits. Interview Process: 1st Stage Face-to-face interview with General Manager, and HR & Administration Manager. 2nd Stage Face-to-face interview with General Manager & Chief Executive Officer. Good to know: The working environment can be described as agile, quick, and unaffected by red tape. With a headcount of 75, this is an SME with an incredible passion for the products, industry, progress and achievements of the collective. With a culture of name, not a number , this is a business where everyone knows everyone, and this sets the business apart from other businesses in the Freight Sector. It has been identified that there is a lack of leadership in the commercial function and as a result capability gaps in the team. The incoming Commercial Director needs to develop the team culture and clearly define the mission surrounding growth of the division. The Commercial Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the company s commercial strategy, building robust costing models and leading both a capable and under-directed team. We need the incoming Commercial Director to drive consistency in contracts, processes and system utilisation. In conjunction with the above, we need the successful candidate to build a strong pipeline and identify opportunities for growth. A major project, and indeed focus area of this role, for the company involves the introduction of a new product into the market. Early tests have shown exceptional capabilities and the product is described as being among the best in the sector. This is gaining a lot of interest, and the initial order numbers will likely be doubled. Budget: Low: £90,(Apply online only) Mid: £95,(Apply online only) High: £100,(Apply online only) Supporting benefits Bonus: 10% of annual salary, structure and earning metric to be defined. Pension 8% Employer contribution. Executive Search Delivery Team: Head of Executive Search, Tom Norton: Client & Opportunity Management, Client Advisory, Recommendations & Offer Negotiation. Principal Consultant, Billy Jackson: Longlisting, Networking, Research & Search, Interviews, Data & Market Intel & shortlist presentation. About Ford & Stanley Executive Search: Please see supporting appendix : Executive Search Candidate Journey Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley Executive Search are that of an executive search and talent advisory business.

Job Purpose: Provide a comprehensive range of financial support services to Headteachers and Governing Bodies and to be responsible to the Principal Accountant (Schools) in ensuring the effective delivery of the Service Level Agreements with schools. Duties and Responsibilities - Job Specific Provide support and assistance to the Principal Accountant Schools in all aspects of the school finance service in accordance with the Service Level Agreement. Assist with the preparation of annual budgets for the Authoritys Primary, Secondary and Special schools. Assist in the closure of accounts at the end of the financial year and assist in the production of final accounts. Assist in the preparation of financial projections to enable schools to maximise effectiveness in the utilisation of resources. Regularly visit schools to discuss and provide advice on all matters in relation to school budgets and assist with the interpretation of reports and solve any administrative problems. Investigate and respond to numerous and detailed queries from schools, contractors, suppliers, finance department staff and staff from other departments regarding payments and charges made against school budgets. Duties and Responsibilities Corporate To be responsible for establishing good working relationships both internally and externally. Compliance with the Authoritys Policies and Procedures and to make known to Senior Officers any areas which are not adequately covered. To participate actively in supporting the Authoritys principles and practices of equality of opportunity as laid down within the Equalities Policy. To be responsible for the application of Health & Safety practices within the daily operations, sharing a common responsibility for Health & Safety across the department, directorate and Authority as a whole. Employees will be required to give certain information relating to themselves in order that the Authority may properly carry out its duties, rights and obligations as an employer. The Authority will process and control such data principally for personnel, administrative and payroll purposes. As a term of your employment and in order to maintain effective departmental operations, you may be required to undertake any other reasonable task, commensurate with your grade, as determined by your Line Manager or Head of Service. Conwy is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable groups. All Council employees are expected to be aware of the Corporate Safeguarding Policy and their responsibility to report any concerns in the appropriate manner and timescales. Requirements How Identified Knowledge & Skills Association of Accounting Technicians qualification (equivalent or part qualified) Knowledge of local government accounting and financial procedures Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communications skills Ability to communicate though the medium of English Ability to communicate though the medium of Welsh Good Accountancy/Numeracy skills Ability to plan, programme and produce work with minimal supervision and to work under pressure to achieve deadlines. Sound knowledge of computerised financial systems and a range of IT skills including spreadsheet and database preparation and maintenance. Finance Accountancy Officer Finance Accountancy Officer Finance Accountancy Officer Finance Accountancy Officer Finance Accountancy Officer Finance Accountancy Officer

Finance Accountancy Officer Location: Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, LL297AZ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour Job Ref: OR12674 Job Responsibilities Provide comprehensive financial support services to Headteachers and Governing Bodies, ensuring effective delivery of Service Level Agreements with schools. Assist the Principal Accountant in various aspects of the school finance service as per the Service Level Agreement. Contribute to the preparation of annual budgets for Primary, Secondary, and Special schools within the Authority. Support the closure of accounts at the financial year-end and assist in producing final accounts. Help prepare financial projections for schools to optimize resource utilization. Regularly visit schools to provide advice on school budgets, interpret reports, and resolve administrative issues. Address queries from schools, contractors, suppliers, and other departments regarding payments and charges against school budgets. Maintain a Financial Reporting System for all Primary schools in the County, ensuring monthly reconciliation with the authority ledger and accuracy of information. Stay updated on relevant legislation and practices to ensure all transactions are recorded with an appropriate audit trail, complying with VAT regulations, Contract Standing Orders, Construction Industry Tax Regulations, and Financial Regulations. Provide support on creditor payments, ensuring compliance with Financial Regulations and other financial codes of practice. Work collaboratively as part of a team and undertake additional duties as designated by the line manager, commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post. Corporate Responsibilities Establish and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally. Ensure compliance with the Authority s Policies and Procedures, highlighting any inadequacies to Senior Officers. Actively support the Authority s principles and practices of equality of opportunity as outlined in the Equalities Policy. Apply Health & Safety practices within daily operations, sharing responsibility for Health & Safety across the department and Authority. Provide necessary personal information to the Authority for personnel, administrative, and payroll purposes. Undertake any other reasonable tasks, commensurate with the grade, as determined by the Line Manager or Head of Service. Be aware of the Corporate Safeguarding Policy and report any concerns regarding children and vulnerable groups appropriately. Person Specification Essential: Association of Accounting Technicians qualification (equivalent or part qualified). Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate in English. Good accountancy and numeracy skills. Ability to plan, program, and produce work with minimal supervision, working under pressure to meet deadlines. Sound knowledge of computerized financial systems and IT skills, including spreadsheet and database preparation and maintenance. Ability to present and communicate financial information to headteachers and governing bodies. Ability to design and create systems using spreadsheets and databases. Capability to interpret regulations/guidelines to provide relevant advice to headteachers and governing bodies regarding budgets. Effective communication with School Headteachers, Governing bodies, and all levels within the Department. Ability to make decisions and recommendations regarding project or resource affordability and day-to-day service delivery. Desirable: Knowledge of local government accounting and financial procedures. Ability to communicate in Welsh. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.

Senior & Development Management Officer Northampton Contract Depending on role Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for a senior Development Management Officer and also a Development Management Officer. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Senior Development Management Officer £38.89 per hour PAYE or £50 per hour limited paid via Umbrella company inside IR35 This role works across the Planning Policy function area. The postholder will fulfil allocated tasks and duties to meet the operational demands of the Planning Policy Service. Policy: Effectively lead on projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support policy development. Support the delivery of Council s planning policy function, ensuring guidance is up to date by planning and participating in projects and work streams including researching and writing policy, consultation and engagement exercises and assisting in taking those projects and work streams through the milestones to external examination where necessary. Assisting in implementing and delivering policies and guidance in practice, preparing appeal statements, appearing at hearings and answering enquiries from applicants, their agents and other customers in relation to planning matters, advising other departments as required. Principal responsibilities Policy: 1. Lead or assist on a number of projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support in developing policy, and other planning and design guidance, based upon appropriate evidence, involving stakeholders and the public in policy development and taking draft policy through formal adoption processes, including preparing for Key Decisions and Examinations in Public as necessary 2. Lead or assist in the undertaking research to provide a sound and up to date evidence base for policy development for both North Northamptonshire as a whole and for specified places as a key element of place shaping. 3. Lead or assist in projects to deliver local plan objectives, in relation to a topic or a spatial area 4. Maintaining a broad knowledge of the policy issues across North Northamptonshire and developing specialist knowledge in certain aspects according to business needs, preparing briefings for senior officers, managers and Councillors. 5. Providing guidance and support for communities considering or preparing neighbourhood plans. 6. To lead or assist in the facilitation of the preparation of public participation exercises and other forms of community engagement, including representing the Council at exhibitions and meetings 7. Maintain databases and monitoring systems. Analysing evidence and drawing out trends, patterns and characteristics for both the unitary area as a whole and specified places in need of policy development. 8. Providing policy observations on more complex applications for planning permission, advice to other Council departments, and working on corporate projects as required, including the Infrastructure Delivery Plan. 9. Preparing statements and other materials for appeals and prosecutions, and to appear as the Council s representative at inquiries, hearings and court. 10. Assist on work on Special Projects which may from time to time arise. 11. To write commissioning briefs and support the procurement of professional consultants to advise the Council on technical matters essential to support plan making. 12. To assist in developing the application of Information Technology in the planning policy process, including the Council s Geographical Information System. Development Management Officer. £31.20 per hour PAYE or £40 per hour limited paid via Umbrella company inside IR35 This role works across the functions of Planning Policy and Development Management and Enforcement. The postholder will fulfil allocated tasks and duties to meet the operational demands of the Planning Service. Policy: Effectively lead on projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support policy development. Support the delivery of Council s planning policy function, ensuring guidance is up to date by planning and participating in projects and work streams including researching and writing policy, consultation and engagement exercises and assisting in taking those projects and work streams through the milestones to external examination where necessary. Assisting in implementing and delivering policies and guidance in practice, preparing appeal statements, appearing at hearings and answering enquiries from applicants, their agents and other customers in relation to planning matters, advising other departments as required. Development Management and Enforcement: To implement the policies and procedures of the Council with regard to the management of development. Ensure the timely processing of planning submissions and related activities such as appeals, in accordance with national and local performance targets. To investigate, assess and take appropriate action in respect of alleged breaches of planning control to safeguard the environmental quality and amenities of North Northamptonshire, and maintain public confidence in the planning system. 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

Are you looking to join a progressive and dynamic local government organisation in Gloucestershire? If so, this opportunity might be perfect for you! Our client is looking for Transport Professionals and Engineers with some experience and with a background in Highways Development Management, who will quickly understand the Gloucestershire context and can display their expertise and solid professional experience in achieving ambitious targets. The successful candidate will provide timely advice and recommendations to the Local Planning Authority making sure that the Highways Authority's position is clearly represented. Provide direction and guidance to less experienced colleagues within Highways Development Management, so as to provide a proactive, effective and cost-efficient service. Provide a Highways Development Management perspective to the development of policy and strategy for the Local Transport Plan, and the Highway Authority. Facilitate economic sustainable development within the County in the context of the organisations. Key Responsibilities: Engage in pre-application discussions with Planning Officers, developers and consultants as appropriate. Provide HDM advice on the need for, and scope of, Transportation Assessments, Transportation Statements and Travel Plans, and to undertake an assessment of these documents when submitted in support of planning applications. Provide appropriate recommendations on highways and transport issues within agreed timelines to District planning authorities in response to consultation on planning applications including mitigation and developer contributions. Represent the Highways Authority at County and District Planning Committee meetings, and other stakeholder meetings, and site visits, to provide highways and transport advice in relation to planning applications and Local Plan spatial growth options. Negotiate Section 106 financial contributions to strategic infrastructure that supports the objectives of the Local Transport Plan. Instruct the Major Projects team concerning the design and delivery of Section 106 funded schemes. Instruct Legal officers to prepare and enter into legal agreements with 3rd party developers. Commission supporting services from transport consultants. Establish and maintain appropriate professional working relations with Elected Members. Prepare evidence and present the highway authorities case at planning appeals or Public Inquiries. Train and mentor junior members of staff. Line manage the development coordinator's and technicians within your geographic areas of responsibility. Personal Requirements: Substantial experience in a public or private organisation dealing with Highways development management issues. Substantial experience in Highways Planning and Development legislation. Experience of public presentation at planning committees and planning hearings. Experience of negotiating complex legal agreements. Experience of engineering design standards. Experience of using transport modelling applications. Experience of preparing reports for technical appraisal and public review. Degree in Civil Engineering, or relevant degree with compensatory knowledge, abilities and skill. Working Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday Salary: £51,356.00 per annum

Job Purpose: Provide a comprehensive range of financial support services to Headteachers and Governing Bodies and to be responsible to the Principal Accountant (Schools) in ensuring the effective delivery of the Service Level Agreements with schools. Duties and Responsibilities - Job Specific Provide support and assistance to the Principal Accountant Schools in all aspects of the school finance service in accordance with the Service Level Agreement. Assist with the preparation of annual budgets for the Authoritys Primary, Secondary and Special schools. Assist in the closure of accounts at the end of the financial year and assist in the production of final accounts. Assist in the preparation of financial projections to enable schools to maximise effectiveness in the utilisation of resources. Regularly visit schools to discuss and provide advice on all matters in relation to school budgets and assist with the interpretation of reports and solve any administrative problems. Investigate and respond to numerous and detailed queries from schools, contractors, suppliers, finance department staff and staff from other departments regarding payments and charges made against school budgets. Duties and Responsibilities Corporate To be responsible for establishing good working relationships both internally and externally. Compliance with the Authoritys Policies and Procedures and to make known to Senior Officers any areas which are not adequately covered. To participate actively in supporting the Authoritys principles and practices of equality of opportunity as laid down within the Equalities Policy. To be responsible for the application of Health & Safety practices within the daily operations, sharing a common responsibility for Health & Safety across the department, directorate and Authority as a whole. Employees will be required to give certain information relating to themselves in order that the Authority may properly carry out its duties, rights and obligations as an employer. The Authority will process and control such data principally for personnel, administrative and payroll purposes. As a term of your employment and in order to maintain effective departmental operations, you may be required to undertake any other reasonable task, commensurate with your grade, as determined by your Line Manager or Head of Service. Conwy is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable groups. All Council employees are expected to be aware of the Corporate Safeguarding Policy and their responsibility to report any concerns in the appropriate manner and timescales. Requirements How Identified Knowledge & Skills Association of Accounting Technicians qualification (equivalent or part qualified) Knowledge of local government accounting and financial procedures Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communications skills Ability to communicate though the medium of English Ability to communicate though the medium of Welsh Good Accountancy/Numeracy skills Ability to plan, programme and produce work with minimal supervision and to work under pressure to achieve deadlines. Sound knowledge of computerised financial systems and a range of IT skills including spreadsheet and database preparation and maintenance. Finance Accountancy Officer Finance Accountancy Officer Finance Accountancy Officer Finance Accountancy Officer Finance Accountancy Officer Finance Accountancy Officer

Finance Accountancy Officer Location: Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, LL297AZ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour Job Ref: OR12674 Job Responsibilities Provide comprehensive financial support services to Headteachers and Governing Bodies, ensuring effective delivery of Service Level Agreements with schools. Assist the Principal Accountant in various aspects of the school finance service as per the Service Level Agreement. Contribute to the preparation of annual budgets for Primary, Secondary, and Special schools within the Authority. Support the closure of accounts at the financial year-end and assist in producing final accounts. Help prepare financial projections for schools to optimize resource utilization. Regularly visit schools to provide advice on school budgets, interpret reports, and resolve administrative issues. Address queries from schools, contractors, suppliers, and other departments regarding payments and charges against school budgets. Maintain a Financial Reporting System for all Primary schools in the County, ensuring monthly reconciliation with the authority ledger and accuracy of information. Stay updated on relevant legislation and practices to ensure all transactions are recorded with an appropriate audit trail, complying with VAT regulations, Contract Standing Orders, Construction Industry Tax Regulations, and Financial Regulations. Provide support on creditor payments, ensuring compliance with Financial Regulations and other financial codes of practice. Work collaboratively as part of a team and undertake additional duties as designated by the line manager, commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post. Corporate Responsibilities Establish and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally. Ensure compliance with the Authority s Policies and Procedures, highlighting any inadequacies to Senior Officers. Actively support the Authority s principles and practices of equality of opportunity as outlined in the Equalities Policy. Apply Health & Safety practices within daily operations, sharing responsibility for Health & Safety across the department and Authority. Provide necessary personal information to the Authority for personnel, administrative, and payroll purposes. Undertake any other reasonable tasks, commensurate with the grade, as determined by the Line Manager or Head of Service. Be aware of the Corporate Safeguarding Policy and report any concerns regarding children and vulnerable groups appropriately. Person Specification Essential: Association of Accounting Technicians qualification (equivalent or part qualified). Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate in English. Good accountancy and numeracy skills. Ability to plan, program, and produce work with minimal supervision, working under pressure to meet deadlines. Sound knowledge of computerized financial systems and IT skills, including spreadsheet and database preparation and maintenance. Ability to present and communicate financial information to headteachers and governing bodies. Ability to design and create systems using spreadsheets and databases. Capability to interpret regulations/guidelines to provide relevant advice to headteachers and governing bodies regarding budgets. Effective communication with School Headteachers, Governing bodies, and all levels within the Department. Ability to make decisions and recommendations regarding project or resource affordability and day-to-day service delivery. Desirable: Knowledge of local government accounting and financial procedures. Ability to communicate in Welsh. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.