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Mechanical & Plumber Engineer United Grand Lodge of England are looking to hire a Mechanical & Plumber Engineer for the Building Services Department. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating, programming, and delivering all plumbing and mechanical repairs and maintenance for Freemasons' Hall. You will work closely with both internal direct labour teams and external framework providers to ensure efficient and effective service delivery. Background UGLE is the governing body of Freemasonry in England, Wales, the Channel Islands, the Isles of Man consisting of 48 Provinces roughly based on the old county boundaries and 32 Districts overseas. English Freemasonry is a membership organisation of 175,000 people meeting in more than 7,000 Lodges across the globe. Membership is open to any man over the age of 18 irrespective of their background, race or religion, with students also able to join one of 87 University Scheme Lodges. The largest Province in UGLE is Metropolitan in London with many Lodges meeting at Freemasons Hall in Covent Garden which also serves as the Headquarters for English Freemasonry worldwide. Freemasons' Hall is a unique art deco building which can date its origins back to 1769 when Freemasons first started meeting at this site. The current building was completed in 1933 as a memorial to those who died in the Great War. It houses 22 meeting rooms including some unique spaces regularly used for major international events and as film locations. The Hall itself provides a magnificent meeting place for UK and international masonic lodges. It is open to both Freemasons and the general public who are provided with both self-guided audio tours as well as guided tours of the facilities. The Museum of Freemasonry with one of the finest collections of masonic artefacts and archives in the world, is housed within the building. The United Grand Lodge of England is an equal opportunities employer. Duties: Assist Maintenance Manager in the organisation, management and co-ordination of on-site services to ensure service is maintained to the highest standard in all circumstances; Undertake maintenance and reactive activity, to a wide range of Mechanical and Plumbing Building Services equipment including but not limited distribution heating, boilers, pumps, compressed air systems, sanitary ware, fan coil and air handling units and BMS systems and other equipment found in modern commercial/industrial premises; Develop and implement maintenance programs and schedules to ensure timely completion of work; Be an essential part of the local team who will ensure the safe operation and repair of all M&E building services and fabric equipment on the site; Fault finding, planned and reactive maintenance of all plumbing systems on site; Be responsible for PPM and reactive work orders such as changing filters, inspections, unblocking drainage, dripping taps and leaking pipes; Keeping records of all preventative maintenance and repair work carried out and report any substandard or defective equipment; Perform scheduled maintenance service on plumbing systems and fixtures; Carry out tasks within typical plant room environments and at high level, working from platforms. All access training and PPE will be provided AHU's/FCU's filter changes. Boiler & Chiller checks (training will be provided) Temperature checks and flushing alongside our Handymen Working in line with the Permit to Work System; To implement systems that will ensure plant is maintained and operated to its optimum efficiency; Collaborating with the maintenance team to coordinate and prioritise tasks efficiently; Adhering to health and safety regulations while working on plumbing systems; Participate in departmental energy saving schemes and promote the understanding and importance of the economic use of energy; Take part in Appraisals/Performance Reviews including the recognition of training and development needs; Monitor site performance of sub-contractors and report poor performance; Use of IT systems (Handheld device) as part of the CAFM system; Work in line with issued Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work; Basic Water Hygiene duties such as; Temperature Testing, Monitoring, Sampling, Tank Cleans, Chlorination's; Essential Skills HND or NVQ or equivalent in a relevant subject (Plumbing/Mechanical) IOSH Passport or CSCS Card 5 years' experience in Plumbing building services and plant engineering An excellent communicator with an understanding of customer experience City and Guilds Legionella control within hot and cold water systems - Desirable Skills and Attributes: The following are essential: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Calm and confident manner Financial literacy and the ability to understand, interpret and communicate management information. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and build strong relationships Proficient in the use of Microsoft packages and Accounting Software Demonstrable experience of working within a credit control team A curious mind with the confidence and initiative to bring new ideas to the table. High attention to detail Transactional finance experience Hours of work: Full time (35 hours per week) Monday to Friday Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary plus the following benefits package: Private medical cover Pension (3.5% employee & 9% employer contributions - increasing to 12%) Free Life Assurance Holiday (25 days increasing to 30 days) Interest free season ticket loan Gym membership (subsidised) Pirkx benefits platform (inc EAP) Application details: To apply please send your CV and covering letter to: Rosey Hogan - HR Officer - United Grand Lodge of England via email to CVs received without a covering letter will not be considered. Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 1 May 2026.

Job Title - Senior Billing Officer and Coordinator Contract - Permanent Hours - Part time 0.6 FTE (21 hours per week) or 0.8 FTE (28 hours per week) with some flexibility around working hours Salary Range - £30,000 to 40,000 FTE pro rata (£18,800 to £24,000 for 0.6FTE and £24,000 to £32,000 for 0.8FTE) Location - London office - Coram Campus, 41 Brunswick Square, London WC1N 1AZ About Coram Coram is the UK s oldest children s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive. One of the nine members of the Coram group, Coram Children s Legal Centre (CCLC) is the UK s specialist centre for children s rights in education, immigration, community care and family law, and provides significant international legal systems consultancy. The centre is located on the Coram Campus in central London with a base in Colchester. We champion access to justice through information and advice, legal practice and representation, policy and strategic litigation. Our Legal Practice Unit provides advice and representation primarily under legal aid contract. Our Policy and Practice Change team promotes practice change through training and capacity building to professionals and secures systems change through research, policy and advocacy. About the role This role will coordinate, oversee and supervise the Legal Practice Unit s legal aid billing operations. Through systematic and efficient management, the post-holder will play an important role in CCLC s financial and operational sustainability. Working with the Managing Director of Legal Practice, the Heads of Department and Coram s central finance team, the key objective of the role is to help maximise the unit s legal aid billing in controlled work, certificated work and inter partes costs. It will also oversee private fees billing. The post-holder will oversee the smooth running of legal aid billing. In this role, the post-holder will work very closely with legal, operations and administrative staff. The role will act as a key point of contact for a range of internal and external stakeholders including Coram s central finance team who will support the role with grant fund management and overall accounting functions for CCLC. The post-holder will support the Managing Director of Legal Practice and Children s Rights and department heads in the successful maintenance of our relationship with the Legal Aid Agency. The role would suit a legal aid billing professional with significant direct hands on experience of a range of types of civil legal aid billing (including controlled and certificated work) and an understanding of the challenges of legal aid. The ideal candidate will have experience of supervising the work of others but support and training will be provided. We are looking for someone who is interested in developing into management, is a proactive problem solver, is highly organised and able to maintain oversight over different workstreams ensuring progress. In addition to legal aid experience, they will need an aptitude for processing large amounts of data, developing and managing spreadsheets and improving organisational systems. They will be well supported through training, an enthusiastic and competent junior billing team, the central finance team and an outsourced legal cashiering company, as well as a friendly and collaborative management team including the Managing Director and the Heads of practice areas. This is a largely office-based role in order to fully provide support to the billing team. However, some remote / hybrid working may be possible depending the experience of the candidate after the initial settling in period and there will be flexibility over how the working hours days will be spread across the week (within working hours). The team are mostly based in the London office and with one billing team member in Colchester so the postholder may require some occasional travel. For further information on CCLC please visit our website. To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application. Closing date: Monday 4th May 2026 at 5pm Test and Interview date: Week commencing Monday 11th May 2026 Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from global majority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram. If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience as well as professional experience in their personal statement as part of their application. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No. 312278.

ASA Recruitment's client, a Public Sector organisation in Glasgow, are currently looking to recruit a Housing Project Officer, for an initial 3 month contract (with potential extensions) on a rate £21.56 - £23.95/hour PAYE (based on experience). The Role Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and organised professional to assist in the development, management and delivery of our client's new build affordable housing programme. This will include supporting the identification of development opportunities, project management of the programme through to completion and monitoring and reporting on progress to a range of stakeholders. Responsibilities Assist the Senior Development Officer/Project Manager take forward agreed sites by liaising closely with the organisation's statutory authorities, private developers and housing services colleagues. Ensure that proposed new developments meet housing need and demand by liaising closely with colleagues responsible for the local development plan and local housing strategy. Liaising closely with Finance colleagues to ensure that new build proposals are financially viable. Assisting the delivery of the organisation's new build programme by: Briefing and appointing design teams/contractors and reporting on consultant/ contractor performance. Ensuring design proposals comply with ERC's standard design guide and specification, Housing for Varying Needs and Scottish Building Regulations. Monitoring and reporting on development spend v budget. Assisting in the procurement of design and construction works. Preparing of grant funding bids and inputting tender applications and grant claims to the Scottish Government's HARP portal. Maintaining administration systems in relation to new build. Attending design team and site meetings, liaising with consultants and contractors to agree final account. Undertaking post development completion reviews and identifying ways for improving future developments. Liaise with Housing Management colleagues to maximise input into proposals and develop/ refine handover procedures. Regularly update finance colleagues on spend against budget and anticipated development completion dates; ensure ERC's Community Benefits officer is aware of new build development programme in order to maximise community benefits. Support the handover of new developments ensuring that the organisation receives all relevant documentation and information required for the effective management and maintenance of the new properties, and to minimise any void period between handover and occupation. Ensure the defect period is managed effectively and reported defects are dealt with within agreed timescales. Ensure compliance with ERC's procurement policies and relevant guidance issued by Scottish Housing Regulator, Scottish Government and ERC's internal auditors. Regularly review ERC's design guide and specification to ensure it remains fit for purpose, incorporates best practice and customer feedback. Assist the Senior Development Officer/Project Manager prepare reports for senior management, elected members on project viability, progress and final account. Remain informed on emerging housing development policy and practice. Liaising with other services and external agencies including Housing Associations and the Scottish Government on strategic and new build housing matters. Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the Head of Service or Manager. Essential Skills & Experience Experience of new build projects from inception to completion. Experience of working in a social housing environment. Experience of risk management and risk mitigation. Experience of working with performance indicators and targets. Experience of dealing with legal issues e.g Section 75 agreements. Experience of procuring construction works and services. Good understanding of construction industry legislation and Scottish Government grant requirements. Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Strong IT and report writing skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels. Ability to prioritise own workload. Good negotiating and influencing skills. Educated to degree level or equivalent. Desirable Skills & Experience Construction related qualification- project management, architecture, quantity surveying, planning or other appropriate discipline. Full Driving Licence. Membership of professional relevant body. Experience of dealing with legal issues e.g Section 75 agreements. Experience of procuring construction works and services.

Chief Financial Officer Location: National role with regular travel to the Birmingham and Kettering office E ACT is at a pivotal and exciting moment in its journey. As one of England's most ambitious and forward looking multi academy trusts, we now serve over 26,000 pupils across 37 academies, and we are entering a new phase of growth, innovation and national influence. Our work is guided by our Thrive Strategy, built on the conviction that every child in an E ACT academy should have the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their starting point or background. Following a period of significant organisational transformation and strengthened financial performance, our outgoing CFO, will be transitioning into the role of Deputy CEO. They leave behind a well run, well resourced and sector leading financial operation, giving our new CFO an exceptional platform from which to drive even greater impact. We are now seeking an outstanding Chief Financial Officer who will be a true strategic partner to the CEO and Board. This is not a traditional back office finance post. The CFO will play a central role in shaping E ACT's long term financial strategy, supporting our responsible growth ambitions, enabling digital and AI led innovation, and ensuring that every financial decision ultimately improves the life chances of the children and communities we serve. This is a unique opportunity to join a high performing, values led trust with real momentum, one that thinks big, does the right thing, shows team spirit and is deeply committed to social mobility and educational excellence. Key responsibilities: Provide strategic financial leadership Ensure robust financial governance Lead financial planning and performance Drive value for money and commercial effectiveness Champion digital transformation Lead and develop the finance and procurement functions Pay range: Competitive Salary. Qualifications and Skills: Professional accountancy qualification Deep financial expertise Strong commercial and analytical skills Digital and systems fluency Leadership and relationship-building Purpose-driven mindset What are we about? Join a trust that is going places! At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence. With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive. Benefits: Financial and Lifestyle We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. Professional Growth and Development We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities for both teaching and support staff. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. Culture and Wellbeing Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information. How to apply: Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application. E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Part-Time Temporary Finance Administrator (3 months + ) - 3 days per week We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Finance Administrator to join a busy finance team within a housing organisation on a 3-month temporary part-time basis. This role will provide administrative and operational support to both the Finance and Income teams, ensuring smooth day-to-day processes and effective communication with tenants and internal stakeholders. You will be a key point of coordination for documentation, correspondence, and customer interactions. Key Responsibilities Process all incoming post received on site and distribute across the organisation, with a focus on triaging Income and Finance documentation Update the Housing Management System with tenant-related postal information and notify Income Officers of any required follow-up actions Manage non-complex tenant requests, such as issuing rent schedules and supporting documentation Print, scan, and manage documentation for email and physical correspondence Provide office-based support to fully remote team members Support the Income team with printing and posting correspondence Complete telephone verification checks in relation to credit refunds Process Direct Debit and standing order forms submitted by customers Provide telephone support, handling enquiries in a professional and sensitive manner Manage and triage the finance email inbox, ensuring queries are actioned or escalated appropriately Communicate effectively with customers and their representatives, maintaining a high standard of service Liaise with internal departments to resolve finance and income-related queries Maintain accurate filing and record-keeping systems, including paper-based records Maintain and update process documentation for key administrative activities Work to agreed KPIs and performance targets within the finance team Ensure full GDPR compliance in all correspondence and handling of customer data Complete mandatory training and actively support continuous professional development Provide ad hoc administrative support to the wider finance team as required About You Previous experience in an administrative role, ideally within finance or a customer-focused environment Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied and high-volume workload Excellent attention to detail, particularly when handling documentation and data entry Confident communicator with strong telephone and written communication skills Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel Please note this an on site role

We are urgently looking for an Business Support Officer to work in our clients Legal department. 1. To support the Legal Services manager in the delivery of Legal Services through a wide range of administrative tasks including day to day maintenance of systems and processes. 2. To work to maintain standards and processes to best practice, keeping system up to date including the Legal Case Management system (templates, precedents, address book, reports), the Electronic Library (users), the Legal Intranet page (content), share point area (documents/information) and other online accounts. Maintain forms, documents and information to support the operational development and maintenance of systems and practices. 3. Contribute to the recruitment process, induction and training of new staff and keep systems updated for starter and leavers 4. Collating information and processing finance forms and systems to support efficient transactional management. 5. Manage the Legal Inbox and instructions process, including allocation of work across the service 6. Maintain departmental documents and spreadsheets, monitoring external legal spend 7. Process and record the team's holidays and process HR forms and support requests as required by the Legal Services Manager. 8. Support and process signing and sealing requests to ensure delivery within specified timeframes. 9. Schedule rooms, meetings, agenda's and prepare minutes where required. 10. Ensuring discretion and confidentiality where appropriate, excellent engagement with directorate and colleagues across the authority. This list is not exhaustive; you may be required to carry out other duties as directed by your line manager that are commensurate with the level of your post. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Kick start your HR career JRRL have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Administrator to join our client in their small, friendly and busy Human Resources team, providing generalist HR administration support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in Human Resources, or with previous HR admin experience. Working as part of an effective HR team, you will assist in providing a comprehensive, professional service to managers and employees. You will have the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of HR including recruitment from placing internal and external advertisements, liaising with recruitment agencies and arranging interviews, carrying out pre-employment checks, to liaising with internal and external candidates. This is a fast paced and crucial role within a busy HR department offering ownership and the opportunity to get involved in projects and initiatives, whilst developing your HR knowledge and skills. Job Description KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: All recruitment administration, including the preparation of job adverts, liaising with recruitment agencies, managing the recruitment Applicant Tracking System (ATS), arranging interviews and preparing interview packs Manage the new starters process from offer documentation and induction through to administering the probation reviews, liaising with department to ensure the process runs smoothly Ensure that new starters are set up on all internal systems and pre-employment checks are completed in a timely manner Deal with all aspects of training administration for courses and company sponsored qualifications ensuring staff attending courses receive all the necessary pre and post paperwork including joining instructions in a timely manner Assist with the CPD Under IDD process, maintaining up to date and accurate training records, and preparing quarterly training reports and graphs in time for quarterly meetings Collate sickness records, chase up outstanding Self Certificates/Statements of Fitness, ensuring any issues are brought to the attention of the Senior HR Officer Monitor the HR inbox, responding to routine queries and requests from line managers and employees in a courteous prompt manner liaising with the wider HR team where necessary to resolve queries Administer maternity, paternity, parental leave, leaver procedures and handle any related queries Assist with benefit renewals, and dealing with all adhoc aspects of administration for employee benefit changes Assist with the preparation of salary review/bonus/promotion/termination letters Update both the HR systems and manual personnel records to ensure that timely and accurate information is available at all times Provide regular and ad hoc management information reports Manage Long Service Awards process Prepare information for Payroll to ensure all new starters, leavers and changes are captured Process invoices and company credit card statements, liaising with the Finance dept and HR suppliers Provide a general administrative service for the HR team including post, stationery and general administrative duties as required Facilities administration issues including updating and maintaining registers in relation to annual contracts, liaising with suppliers and contractors to resolve queries Model and promote First Title Values in all aspects of your daily work (Integrity, Commitment, Teamwork, Service and Leadership) Assist with HR project work and new initiatives as required Carry out other reasonable ad hoc duties as directed by line manager/ Group HR Director in order to support the HR department and the annual timetable of events Personal Qualities Degree educated (minimum 2:1) Ideally HR related/proven administrative experience in a similar fast paced, professional environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Advanced in using Microsoft Office suite ie Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail Demonstrates a can do attitude Ability to build effective relationships at all levels Appreciates and understands the need for confidentiality in dealing with all HR issues Is a co-operative team member Displays a flexible, adaptable approach and always rises to new challenges Remains positive despite difficulty, disappointment and when under pressure Builds rapport with colleagues Is aware of personal development needs and raises issues with manager to help improve effectiveness. Takes on board comments about development needs and is always willing to learn This role is a full-time, permanent position. The salary range reflects the candidate's level of experience. The lower end of the band is suited for individuals who may require additional training to meet the role's requirements, while the higher end is for candidates who possess the exact skills and experience outlined above

Company The Group is based in north west London and encompasses varied activities from Medical, Sports, Hospitality, Leisure and Property. If you are looking for a role to really make your own, we think there s nowhere better than joining this dynamic business and where you will get an opportunity to make a real impact. We are looking for a Management Accountant to join our clients team in London. You will be responsible for overseeing a football entity and several property companies. It is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and is looking to develop the career and experience. You will need a solid accounting background perhaps you are part-qualified ACCA or CIMA accountant. Due to this growth, they are now looking to hire a Management Accountant to join their high-performing finance team. This role will be based FULL-TIME in the office. Role The Management Accountant for this growing environment trade and services business based in North London, will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer in supporting financial reporting. They will also take ownership of the fixed asset register and responsible for other duties including: Assisting in preparing monthly management accounts including accruals and prepayments. Performing variance analysis and contributing to the commentary around financials. Assist in preparing financial summaries to support decision making by senior leadership. Maintain the fixed asset register accurately. Preparing monthly depreciation schedules and ensure accurate reporting. Track and report on CapEx projects. Assist with month-end and year-end closing. Assist in regularly enhancing financial systems and various processes. Provide ad hoc analysis and support across the wider business. Profile The ideal candidate for this Management Accountant position, should have the following attributes: Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a finance capacity, producing management account packs. Experience with fixed asset register, as well as balance sheet reconciliations. Can be a part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Confident with Excel

We are seeking an experienced Business Rates Officer to join our Revenues service and support the effective administration, billing and collection of Non-Domestic Rates. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical knowledge of Business Rates who is confident working in a busy local authority environment and experienced in using Academy Systems . The Role You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of Business Rates accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislation and high standards of customer service. The role will involve working closely with colleagues across Revenues and Finance to maximise income collection and support local businesses. Key Responsibilities Administer and maintain Business Rates accounts, including billing, amendments and reliefs Process and apply Business Rates reliefs and exemptions in line with legislation Undertake recovery action in accordance with council policies and statutory requirements Respond to enquiries from ratepayers, agents and internal stakeholders Liaise with the Valuation Office Agency regarding rating list changes Accurately update and maintain records using Academy Systems Support collection performance and income targets Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, procedures and audit requirements About You You will have: Recent experience working in a local authority Business Rates service Good working knowledge of Business Rates legislation and recovery processes Experience using Academy Systems (essential) Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a varied caseload Good communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Transport and Allowances Officer Plymouth Contract £13.26 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for Transport and Allowances Officer At least one day in the office for a 7am. Agreement to attend the office on other days if required. To provide administrative and customer focused support for the School Transport & Allowances Team, ensuring that all services provided to colleagues, managers and customers are efficient and effective. This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Key Accountabilities and Role Outcomes Undertake HR administration for Passenger Assistants, ensuring appropriate resources are in place to support service delivery, in conjunction with the Transport Officer responsible for managing Passenger Assistants (20%). Process applications and undertake eligibility checks for free school meals to ensure children have timely access to meals (15%). Undertake ID checks and add information to systems for school transport driver DBS checks and issue school driver ID badges (5%). Undertake administration for the service, ensuring accurate and up to date information is available to management (20%). Implement day to day changes as advised by parents, schools, tutors, etc. Inform operators and Passenger Assistants of changes to procured transport routes, in conjunction with the Transport Officer responsible for procurement (20%). Act as a reliable point of contact for the public, school staff, and other local authority staff, offering advice and guidance on school transport and free school meals matters (20%). Role Measures Authorising timesheets, unpaid leave and sickness in accordance with strict payroll deadlines. DBS checks processed to ensure compliance with safeguarding policy. Organising relief Passenger Assistant cover, maintaining records and ensuring routes are suitably covered for sickness and other absence. Accurate authorisation and recording of pupils entitled to free school meals and holiday allowances. Encouraging take up of free school meals and other allowances. Reviewing invoices and ensuring payments to operators are made within agreed timescales. Reviewing financial discrepancies and compiling information for further action. Ordering equipment, checking receipt, and processing payments via the Spend Management system. Generating invoices in a timely manner. Setting up new routes and maintaining existing routes within policy guideline timescales. Maintaining accurate databases for equipment and school term dates. Covering service on a rota basis between 7.00am and 5.00pm. Processing ID and DBS checks promptly to ensure operators have sufficient authorised drivers. Key Activities Scanning, filing, answering telephone calls, processing free bus passes, preparing correspondence, completing documentation, and producing and sending letters, emails, and tender documents (20%). Issuing changes to contracts and actioning payroll changes to maintain accurate records (10%). Arranging cover for absences and monitoring route changes to ensure efficiency (10%). Assessing and authorising free school meal claims and processing renewals (10%). Verifying and implementing monthly contract payments and processing invoices totalling approximately £2m annually in line with contract terms and financial procedures (10%). Assisting Transport Officers to set up new taxi and minibus routes, and managing changes to existing routes; arranging issuing of car seats and other equipment and maintaining equipment databases (10%). Setting up and terminating accounts, recording miscellaneous invoices, and monitoring requisition and invoice expenditure (5%). Checking budget statements, reporting on variances, and liaising with the finance team on guidelines (5%). Verifying timesheets, unpaid leave and sickness claims to ensure accurate payments (4%). Arranging interviews and training for new Passenger Assistants and processing DBS applications as required by schools (2%). Updating finance details and producing management reports for decision making (2%). Administering DBS checks for taxi and minibus drivers (2%). Managing customer accounts and raising invoices for concessionary travel (2%). Deputising for Transport Officers as required to ensure service continuity (2%). Ensuring allocation of safety equipment to routes (2%). Maintaining school term dates spreadsheets (2%). Proactively suggesting service improvements to enhance efficiency, customer experience and best practice (2%). Undertaking other duties appropriate to the grading of the role. NVQ Level 2 or 3. Customer care qualification or training. Basic knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures. Understanding of school transport issues. 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

We're recruiting an experienced Tenancy Support Officer (New Builds) to support residents settling into new homes within a busy local authority housing service. This is a frontline, resident-focused role supporting new and transferring tenants during the critical first 6-12 months of their tenancy. You will work closely with vulnerable households to provide tailored support, prevent tenancy breakdown, and ensure successful long-term sustainment across new build properties. The Role - Manage a caseload of new and transferring tenants, providing tailored tenancy sustainment support - Assess individual needs and develop personalised support plans to promote independent living - Support tenants to settle into their homes, understand tenancy conditions and manage their tenancies effectively - Work closely with tenancy enforcement and income teams to support tenancy sustainment and address risks early - Monitor rent accounts, support with arrears prevention and refer for financial and welfare advice where needed - Support tenants to access welfare benefits, manage finances and maximise income - Carry out risk assessments, particularly for vulnerable tenants with complex needs including mental health or substance misuse - Refer and coordinate support with external agencies including social services, mental health services, probation and voluntary organisations - Attend multi-agency meetings including MARAC, safeguarding, hoarding and high-risk panels - Maintain accurate case records, support plans and performance data on housing systems - Liaise with tenants and advocate on their behalf in relation to ASB, tenancy issues and service access - Support tenants with practical aspects of maintaining their home including reporting repairs and managing their environment - Investigate and respond to complaints from residents, MPs and Councillors - Work collaboratively with housing officers and estate teams to support tenancy management across new build schemes - Ensure all work is delivered in line with housing legislation, safeguarding responsibilities and council policies Key Requirements - Experience working with social housing tenants within a local authority, housing association or similar environment - Strong experience supporting vulnerable residents with complex needs - Knowledge of welfare benefits, housing legislation and tenancy management principles - Experience managing caseloads, carrying out assessments and developing support plans - Ability to handle complex cases and present at multi-agency meetings or case conferences - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence outcomes - Experience working with partner agencies including health, social care and support services - Good understanding of safeguarding for children, young people and vulnerable adults - Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment - Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and housing management systems - Understanding of ASB, tenancy issues and early intervention approaches - Ability to work collaboratively as part of a wider housing service What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Tenancy Support Officers, Housing Officers and Tenancy Sustainment professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Contact Centre Senior Manager Salary: £53,451 - £57,186 Contract: Permanent, full time Location: West Yorkshire Police Looking for a leadership role where you can make a real impact in a high performing, fast paced operational environment? This is a key position within West Yorkshire Police s Contact Directorate, providing strategic leadership across a complex operational portfolio serving the public, officers, staff and partner agencies. You will lead and motivate teams to deliver a high quality, timely and professional service while ensuring the smooth delivery of emergency and non emergency communications. As a senior manager, you will play a critical role in shaping service performance, supporting staff wellbeing, driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance across multiple operational functions. You will also act as a vital liaison point co ordinating communication and service delivery between internal departments, the public and external agencies. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader with strong operational insight, excellent people skills and a passion for delivering public focused service excellence in a demanding and rewarding environment. Role and Responsibilities As a Senior Manager, you will hold a pivotal responsibility in ensuring the effective leadership, strategic direction and operational performance of the Contact Directorate. Key Duties: • Lead by example, upholding the Police Code of Ethics and ensuring staff consistently reflect Force values • Manage staff performance, attendance and wellbeing in line with policies and procedures. • Maintain strategic oversight of Contact Centre teams, ensuring effective recruitment, training and resource deployment • Drive continuous improvement through operational planning, efficient resource coordination and preventative policing approaches • Ensure compliance with HMICFRS, national standards and Force strategies through effective partnership working • Monitor and evaluate performance to improve service delivery, user satisfaction and service recovery • Provide clear, ethical operational advice to internal and external stakeholders. • Support budget management, including funding negotiations, contract oversight and efficient resource use • Develop staff capability through targeted support, skills development and behavioural guidance • Oversee the maintenance and continuity of technological systems, ensuring effective procedures and resource allocation Expectations To succeed in this role, you will be expected to: • Communicate effectively with staff, partner agencies and senior stakeholders • Demonstrate strong leadership, analytical and decision making skills • Apply operational knowledge to support service delivery improvements • Work confidently with policies, risk management processes and operational planning • Manage high pressure workloads and make timely, informed decisions • Maintain a flexible and adaptive approach within a demanding environment • Operate collaboratively across districts and specialist departments Essential Criteria • Proven senior managerial experience in a large commercial or public sector call centre environment • Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills • Strong analytical, leadership and innovation capabilities • Experience of change management • Knowledge of financial and budgetary principles • Experience working within a Contact Centre environment • Ability to share managerial responsibility for approximately 650 staff • Ability to analyse information and produce detailed reports • Knowledge of GDPR, the Computer Misuse Act, MOPI and Force policies • Basic understanding of budgeting, financial systems and contract management • IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent) • Willingness and ability to travel across West Yorkshire and attend local, regional and national meetings Benefits West Yorkshire Police staff can access a wide range of benefits designed to support work life balance, wellbeing, development and financial security. These include: • Generous annual leave allowance - 27 days annual leave, rising to 32 days after five years of service plus bank holidays (bank holidays to be worked on a rota basis, incurring additional compensation) • Office based SLT across the force as required • Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund, a secure Defined Benefit CARE (Career Average Revalued Earnings) pension scheme • Access to savings, discounts and cashback rewards through staff schemes, including eligibility to purchase a Blue Light Card and membership to the Company Shop (membership fees to be paid by employee) • Access to Employee Assistance Service accessible 24/7, providing counselling and financial advice for you and your immediate relatives • Membership options for the Police Treatment Centre and The Police Children s Charity (eligibility-dependent) • Opportunities for career development and training • Supportive HR policies, including maternity, paternity and other family-friendly provisions • A meaningful career with a clear sense of purpose supporting policing services that protect communities • Option to sign up to our Cycle to work scheme (eligibility-dependent) This post will close at 23:55 hours on 9th May 2026 How to Apply Join us in leading a vital operational function that supports communities across West Yorkshire The vacancy will close on 09/05/2026 at 23:55 hours. The successful candidate will be subject to personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment.

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only Job Description Start your day your way-this role offers flexibility where it counts. Enjoy a flexible start time between 8-9am, plus hybrid working with a balanced 3/2 split between home and office days. Join a well-established care group in Swinderby as a Payroll Officer, taking ownership of accurate, timely, and confidential payroll processing. You'll manage end-to-end payroll, including salaries, deductions, statutory payments, and employee records, ensuring full compliance with UK legislation and company policies. Working closely with HR and Finance, you'll handle RTI submissions, year-end processes, pensions, and reporting, while maintaining payroll data within the Frontier CHRIS system and reconciling with SAGE 200. You'll also be the go-to for employee payroll queries, resolving issues professionally and maintaining strict confidentiality, alongside supporting external requests. This role includes occasional travel to sites to train managers on attendance and overtime systems, with opportunities to develop your skills and stay up to date with payroll best practices. Duration: This role is temporary to permanent. Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: The salary for this Payroll Officer role is £28,500 per annum, you will accrue up to 28 days holiday per year. Please note we do not offer sponsorship. Working Hours: You'll work five days a week on a hybrid basis, with a 3/2 split between home and office. Hours are 9am-5pm, with flexibility to start between 8am and 9am. Closing Date: Experience & Qualifications You will need to be an honest, reliable and motivated individual with strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail. You'll thrive in a fast paced environment and bring at least 1 year of payroll experience. A solid understanding of PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments, and payroll regulations Strong IT skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams Excellent accuracy and numeracy skills The ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet tight deadlines A good understanding of GDPR, data protection, and payroll compliance An enhanced DBS certificate (desirable, but not essential)

Building Control Technical Advisor - Stoke Rolling 3-Month Contract £30 per hour (Umbrella) 37 hours per week Hybrid Working Carrington West are assisting a local authority client in their search for a Building Control Technical Advisor to support their busy Building Control team on an initial rolling 3-month contract. This is a great opportunity for an experienced administrator or technical support professional with exposure to building control or planning services to join a forward-thinking team delivering an efficient and modern service. Key Responsibilities: Processing Building Regulations applications, including plans, fees, and associated documentation Supporting the administration of dangerous structures, demolitions, and related records Preparing reports, correspondence, and maintaining accurate digital records Managing Building Regulation charges, including invoicing and liaising with finance teams Responding to enquiries from the public, agents, and internal stakeholders Maintaining and updating databases and GIS systems Supporting Land Charges searches and FOI requests where required Promoting Building Control services and supporting customer engagement Requirements: Previous experience in a Building Control, Planning, or Local Authority administrative role Strong IT skills, including experience with databases and Microsoft Office Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of data accurately Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Understanding of Building Control processes is highly desirable This role offers flexible hybrid working and the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing Building Control partnership. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Ryan Hamlett on (phone number removed), or apply today.

Programmes Officer (MAT cover) Shirley, Birmingham 32000 (DOE) BCR/AB/ 32292 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are pleased to be hiring for a Programmes Officer working for a UK-based consultancy specialising in humanitarian and development programmes, supporting delivery of international projects in complex settings. Based in Shirley, Birmingham. Duties and Responsibilities Maintain regular communication and coordination with implementing partners across multiple countries Oversee programme delivery to ensure activities are on track, aligned with priorities, and delivered on time Lead development of proposals, concept notes, and budgets Support donor engagement and contribute to business development activities Review partner narrative and financial reports for quality, accuracy, and compliance Track programme progress, deliverables, and deadlines using internal systems and tools Coordinate with finance and M&E teams on budgets, reporting, and programme performance Develop presentations, reports, and communication materials to support programmes and visibility Provide training, guidance, and support to implementing partners and interns Maintain programme documentation, trackers, and databases ensuring accuracy and accessibility Identify risks, bottlenecks, and operational challenges, escalating where necessary Experience and Qualifications Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in international development, humanitarian studies, or a related field Minimum 3 years' experience in programme coordination, project management, or humanitarian/development contexts Proven experience in proposal development, including budgeting Experience working with implementing partners and managing multi-country programmes Strong organisational, communication, and analytical skills Experience reviewing reports and ensuring donor compliance Desirable Experience working with donor-funded programmes Familiarity with finance and M&E processes Experience developing programme materials and using tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, or Adobe Ability to work across multiple time zones in a fast-paced environment If you are a Programmes Officer based in Shirley, Birmingham, who is seeking a new challenge, please get in touch! INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales

Caroline Chisholm School is partnering with Robertson Bell on a retained basis to appoint a Chief Finance Officer on a permanent basis. This is a pivotal leadership role within a high-performing and ambitious organisation, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, lead transformation, and support the school s evolution Caroline Chisholm School is a high-achieving, values-led all-through school with a strong reputation for academic excellence, staff engagement, and community impact. Already operating at a scale and complexity comparable to a multi-academy trust, the organisation is entering an exciting new phase of growth, with plans to expand into primary provision and formally develop as a MAT. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking leadership team and play a central role in driving financial sustainability, operational transformation, and long-term strategic growth. The role Partner with the Principal, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to develop and deliver a long-term financial strategy, supporting the school s growth ambitions. Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting across a complex and evolving organisation, ensuring strong financial control and sustainability. Take ownership of a significant transformation agenda, including digital system implementation (Bromcom), contract optimisation, and operational redesign. Support with the operational re-design of financial systems providing strategic oversight of major projects such as introduction of Bromcom for financial processes, ensuring robust due diligence, and stakeholder management. Act as a key advisor to Trustees, auditors and external stakeholders including the DfE and Local Authority. Drive value for money through effective procurement, contract negotiation and cost optimisation initiatives. Lead and develop the finance function, fostering a high-performing, collaborative and forward-thinking team culture. Support wider organisational leadership, overseeing linked operational areas including IT and educational visits. Identify opportunities for income generation, funding and financial innovation to support future growth. The organisation Caroline Chisholm School is a school with a strong ethos centred on kindness, curiosity and integrity. With a highly engaged workforce and a 96% positive staff survey rating, the school offers a collaborative and ambitious working environment. The organisation has successfully navigated recent financial pressures, delivering significant savings while maintaining educational excellence. With a clear financial sustainability plan in place and strong governance support, the school is now well positioned for its next phase of growth. Alongside this, a major digital and operational transformation programme is underway, modernising systems and infrastructure to support long-term efficiency and scalability. Essential criteria Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role within a complex organisation Strong track record of leading financial strategy, planning and reporting Experience managing multi-million-pound budgets and driving financial sustainability Demonstrable experience leading transformation projects (systems, operations or organisational change) Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board and executive level Commercial mindset, with the ability to identify efficiencies and funding opportunities A collaborative and adaptable leadership style, aligned to a values-driven environment Apply now If you are a strategic and forward-thinking finance leader looking to make a tangible impact within a high-performing and ambitious organisation, we would love to hear from you. This role requires primarily on-site working during term time, with some flexibility available. Applications close on the 24 th May but will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Something like this as we see the COO role (already recruited for) being responsible for PFI handback process and procurement of same.

Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker Hours of work: Full-Time, 37.5 per week (5 days per week) Contract: 4.5-year fixed term (as this post is funded by the National Lottery) Salary: £28,000 per annum Location: Cambridge CB4 or at other locations within Cambridge About the Employer This charity works with people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or with a history of homelessness. They provide services to aid every stage of recovery from immediate basic welfare needs to long term help in identifying and dealing with the problems which are undermining their stability, and enabling them to engage with education, employment and specialist health services. National statistics rank the numbers of rough sleepers in Cambridge within the highest 20 UK local authorities. Theirs is the only day-time service in the city, providing year - round advice and support for homeless or vulnerably housed people. Over the past three decades they have continued to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the homeless community. This charity's specialist Housing Team provides expert advice and support to help people successfully navigate the search for housing and crucially, support hem to sustain life away from the street. About you and the Role As a member of the Project Worker Team, reporting to the Senior Tenancy Support Officer the Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker is responsible for delivering this organisation's specialist range of 1:1 Pre and Post Tenancy Support, implementing proactive, holistic strategies designed to prevent people from losing their homes, whilst simultaneously providing them with the financial tools and capability needed to sustain stability, aimed at empowering Service Users to move out of the spiral of homelessness and back into mainstream society, preventing homelessness and foster financial inclusion. Key Responsibilities To provide emotional and practical support and assistance to prepare and assist Service Users to move into accommodation once a placement is confirmed, working with internal and external colleagues. To work in a flexible manner within the organisation and the wider community to provide outreach and support services in person, occasionally in exceptional circumstances this could include in their own home when accompanied with external partners also includes via text, email, telephone and video calls. To provide a wide range of resettlement-based support along with the Senior Tenancy Support Officer to ensure Service Users access the most suitable housing pathway for their individual needs. To take the lead on all housing related referrals for Service Users. To ensure all suitable Service Users are registered and supported on Homelink. To provide crucial assistance to tenants, focusing on maintaining tenancies, managing money and debt and improving overall financial stability - including, signposting, budgeting, welfare benefits checks, rent arrears support, setting-up and managing utilities, housing related life skills, offering guidance and support to enable Service Users to maintain their own homes, aiming to prevent eviction and enhance quality of life. To provide on-going long term tenancy support to Service Users moving into independent living, this includes private rental housing or alternative housing pathways without any on site support. To assist with hand over post tenancy support to accommodation providers at a suitable point in the Service User support pathway, with the aim of enabling long-term independence. To ensure all Service Users have access to external grants and any available funding to support their individual needs to maintain their accommodation. Signposting and assisting with applications for funding to assist people moving into accommodation are supported with the appropriate items: floor coverings, white goods, basic furniture and home furnishings. To support residents to keep their current homes, including mediation with landlords, accessing legal support on evictions, addressing anti-social behaviour, identifying high risk groups targeting support towards vulnerable groups such as those fleeing difficulties, leaving prison, hospital or care systems. To ensure that accurate records are kept, documenting the support services provided to their service users onto the Salesforce/Inform system. Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of internal and external monitoring of outcomes, assisting with reports and case studies to the fundraising team. One of this charity's core values is to recognise and reward their staff as their greatest asset. They realise that it's their people who have helped them to become a well-respected charity that helps to make a positive change to homeless people's lives. They want to continue to deliver excellent, relevant services for the homeless in Cambridge by attracting and retaining talented and motivated people. If you choose to come and work with this charity, you will find that they offer: Benefits - You will be eligible for benefits and services, including pension scheme, death in service benefit and free counselling and clinical supervision. A supported work environment - You will receive a comprehensive induction, and you will have a probation period to provide a supportive framework for reviewing your progress and discussing your training and development needs. You will be expected to have developed the skills to fulfil all role requirements within this period. Appropriate objectives will be discussed, agreed and reviewed regularly with your Line Manager so that your performance can be measured against these. Training - This employer recognises the importance of having a motivated and effective staff team. They offer on-going training to support you in your role. Closing date: Monday 11th May, 2026 Interviews will be taking place between the 19th - 22nd May 2026 Interested? To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This employer is committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging all underrepresented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. They make selection decisions based on personal merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. They do not treat job applicants or members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability (including HIV status), sexual orientation, religion, age or socio-economic factors. No agencies please.

Job Description Job Title: Finance and Operations Manager for the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions (RNDM) Accountable to: Province Leadership Team and Trustees of the Charity Hours of Work: 32 hours per week (worked over 4 days) Remuneration: £56,216 (based on full-time rate of £65,000) Base: Harrow Wealdstone, North London and home working Please email for application form Role Summary: The Finance and Operations Manager is responsible for safeguarding the financial affairs of the province, under the direction of the province leader and her Team, according to congregation policy. Directives 86 . The postholder will, on behalf of the Provincial, be responsible for governance, operational management. planning, risk management, staff management and administration of the Charity's resources. They will work closely with other key staff including the Care Manager, Finance Officer/Bookkeeper, HR Advisor and external professionals. Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Planning and Leadership Directly contribute to and lead aspects of the Province's strategic planning process to ensure the aims of the Province and hence the Charity are achieved and maintained. Represent the Charity with external organisations as and when required. Advise on any significant financial, governance and risk issues, making recommendations as appropriate. Provide clear and succinct papers to the Provincial and Team to advise on and improve operational management. Maintain professional relationships and meet regularly with the Charity's investment managers, bankers, auditors and other stakeholders Regularly review the investment portfolio and policy, and in conjunction with the investment managers, advise on changes to growth and income projections and their implications 2. Management of Financial processes and controls Review the established financial framework identifying any areas of risk Make recommendations to improve financial systems and controls to guide the Charity's financial decision-making. Manage the internal control system for the Provincial Fund and Communities by applying the systems and procedures stated in the current version of the Accounting and Procedures Manual putting forward any suggested amendments to those procedures for approval by the trustees. Oversee all accounts held by the Congregation including the Solidarity Mission Fund. Be responsible for the accounting procedures and key internal controls at Community and Provincial Fund level, to be able to assure the Provincial that the Charity's financial integrity is sound. Ensure all information is being recorded onto the Sage accounting system and that regular routine reports are provided by the finance officer Ensure that payroll information is recorded and processed accurately Liaising with the Senior Management Team and other budget holders, prepare and present the Charity's draft annual budget for discussion and approval by the Trustees Prepare quarterly management accounts for the Provincial Fund (to include a full reconciliation of investments to investment manager reports) and present these to the trustees together with a commentary and comparison to budget. Prepare the year end statutory accounts, liaise with the auditors over the annual audit thereof. Ensure the annual accounts, annual returns and other necessary filings are submitted to the Charity Commission as appropriate. Ensure all payments to HMRC and Pension providers are made in a timely way As required act as a signatory on community and Province bank accounts in a manner consistent with the Scheme of Delegation and bank mandates. Process, and authorise payments, including on-line banking and sign cheques as required for Community and Province level in accordance with the agreed Scheme of Delegation and bank mandates. Support Community Bursars and Finance Officer in Sturry. 3. Management and Employment of Staff in Harrow Wealdstone and on the Sturry site With the support of the Local Leader, legal and Human Resources Advisors, systematically review employment policies and recruitment procedures ensuring they are appropriate and meet current legislation and best practice. Review the current secretariat structure and make proposals to ensure that the support requirements and services needed by the Provincial and Trustees are met. As Required, to take minutes of key meetings and/or to organise this to be carried out by members of the secretariat. Visit the site in Sturry on a regular basis and work with the Care Manager on any issues that have financial and operational implications Liaise with the Care Manager regarding the Home's financial requirements and budget as necessary. Attend senior management team meetings Liaise with legal and Human Resources Advisor on employment and operational matters as necessary Manage the IT contract and make costed proposals for improvements and updating. Ensure the Provincial is fully informed and consulted on any operational changes to working arrangements to ensure the needs of the sisters remains the priority To provide advice and make proposals on finance matters including annual staff pay reviews making written proposals to the Trustees. Liaise directly with the Care Manager and Finance officer in the care home in Sturry and include them in budgetary planning. Liaise with Archivist as required on the Sturry site Consider and make proposals for new and updated finance and other technology and systems to improve services. 4. Management of Property Support the Provincial to establish and develop their community property maintenance plans. Liaise with Insurance providers to ensure cover provided is adequate and proportionate to risk Liaise with external contractors' property maintenance providers, appointed by the Trustees, to ensure work is to a good standard and that value for money is being achieved. Regularly review the contracts with external property maintenance providers. Share health and safety information with the Provincial and Leadership Team. 5. Safeguarding Manage the Safeguarding lead and ensure regular reports are provided Ensure safe recruitment processes are in place and that DBS checks and training are carried out and documented for all staff and sisters Work within the agreed safeguarding policy and action plan. Attend training as required 6. General (a) Undertake continuous professional development and training to ensure knowledge is kept up-to-date. (b) Ensure accountancy registration is maintained and practice is updated Person Specification for Finance and Operations Manager for The Congregation of Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions CIO A qualified accountant, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent with at least 5 years' experience of working at a senior management level. Experience of strategic planning and risk management. Knowledge of Investments & investment accounting. Understanding of regulatory compliance and the requirements of the Charity Commission. Experience of working with Auditors and Investment Partners. Ability to work under own initiative to broad agreed guidelines. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across all levels of the organisation. Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage a heavy workload and deal with competing priorities. Strong communication skills with senior managers, trustees and staff. Confident practitioner who is able to contribute ideas and bring their experience to the benefit of the Charity. Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours and job requirements. Ability to present information and to explain financial processes and systems to non-finance colleagues. High level of proficiency with accounting software, such as Sage and lastly, Excellent IT skills. Demonstrates commitment to the Charity's mission.

We are looking for an experienced, strategic and commercially minded Head of Finance to join our company and take full ownership of our finance function. This is a senior leadership role with direct access to the CEO and a seat at the table in shaping the future of the business. You will play a central role in guiding strategic decisions, strengthening operational performance, and ensuring the business is well-positioned for sustainable growth. At our company, we design for how people live their free time. That same philosophy applies internally we value clarity, quality, and thoughtful execution in everything we do. This role is no exception. The Role: You will lead all aspects of finance, combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution. This is a role for someone who is equally comfortable presenting at board level and getting into the details when needed. You will be responsible for ensuring the finance function is robust, efficient, and future-ready, with a particular focus on improving systems, processes, and insight. Key Responsibilities: Strategic & Leadership Act as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to overall business strategy Partner closely with Sales, Direct-to-Consumer, and Operations teams to drive performance Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing reforecasting Develop mid- and long-term financial plans to support growth Monitor performance against budget and provide clear, actionable insight Present financial performance and key insights at SLT meetings Review and evolve finance systems and team structure to support the next phase of growth Identify and implement opportunities for automation and AI within the finance function Financial Control & Operations : Take full ownership of cash flow management and forecasting Oversee credit control, working closely with credit insurers Manage the annual audit process from start to completion Ensure timely and accurate production of management accounts and year-end accounts Oversee VAT returns, payroll, and pension scheme administration Manage sales agent commission calculations Team & Functional Leadership : Lead and develop a team of 8 across accounts, wholesale operations, export, and ERP support Foster a culture of accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvement Ensure the finance team is structured and equipped to scale with the business Commercial & External Relationships : Manage relationships with banks, landlords, and credit insurers Negotiate contracts for utilities and key support services Support wider business functions, including HR and HSE, where required Oversee external partners such as trademark agents and payroll providers The Candidate: We are looking for someone who combines technical excellence with strong commercial instinct and a pragmatic, hands-on approach. You will likely have: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification At least 5 years post-qualification experience in a commercial environment (ideally an SME). Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management (including FX exposure) Experience working with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, Advanced Excel capability Experience with import/export processes You will be: A strategic thinker who can translate numbers into clear business insight Comfortable operating at both a high level and in detail A strong communicator, able to engage confidently across all levels of the business Naturally curious, with a drive to improve systems and processes A proven team leader who develops and supports those around them Pragmatic, solutions-focused, and commercially aware This role is commutable from: Cheshire, Middlewich, Winsford, Macclesfield, Alderley Edge, Knutsford, Nantwich, Crewe, Stoke on Trent, Newcastle under Lyme, Leek, Hale, Lymm, Northwich, Frodsham, Warrington, Wilmslow. This role would suit candidates with the following experience: Financial Controller, Finance Director, COO, Finance Specialist, Finance Business Partner, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer Hours: Monday Friday Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 Per Annum What We Offer: Pension contribution 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays Generous staff discount and regular sample sales Confidential wellbeing and mental health support Social events • Hybrid working (following probation) Dedicated parking space Brampton Recruitment are an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.