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Allocating accommodation in line with part VI of the Housing Act 1996, essentially to council and registered provider homes. Allocating permanent homes in line with the Housing Allocations Scheme through the choice based lettings system. Complete direct matching processes for those with medical needs (including delayed discharge of care cases), under occupiers, management transfers, sheltered applicants. Verify the applications of final shortlisted applicants for permanent properties. Provide comprehensive housing advice on housing options for applicants to the housing register awaiting rehousing and to those allocated homes. Allocate temporary accommodation, prevention and PRSO's in line with the Temporary Accommodation Placement Policy and suitability assessment. Let temporary accommodation and prevention and PRSO's properties, completing sign ups and providing appropriate advice to customers. Role Context This position is fundamental to the provision of allocations processes across the range of areas affecting vulnerable customers on the housing register, in temporary accommodation and who are being assisted into the private rented sector to prevent homelessness or discharge the housing duty. This is a specialist role that requires good knowledge of the law relating to housing allocations around part VI of the Housing Act 1996. The post holder will be required to have good knowledge of the law affecting housing allocations and be familiar with other housing advice and homelessness legislation, other general housing legislation, welfare benefit expertise and knowledge of the adult & children social care environment and impact and to use this knowledge to support customers and achieve positive outcomes. The post holder will be required to have knowledge of the Housing Act 1996, the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, the Children Act, and the Care Act. Combined with specialist knowledge of the Welfare Reform Act. The post holder needs to use this knowledge to work collaboratively with customers to identify the most appropriate and effective solutions to their housing problems and to do so proactively at the most appropriate time - ensuring the maximum opportunities for early intervention. The post holder will be required to be innovative, dynamic and solutions focussed and consider and pursue all available housing options to prevent the customers from becoming homeless. The post holder will be required to use their experience to contribute to the ongoing development and design of the service and solutions for customers. Operations and Support Co-ordinate the advertising of void properties in council or Registered provider (RP) stock with Choice Homes UK (CHUK). Allocate permanent homes through a combination of preparing and analysing shortlists from choice based lettings bidders and direct matching in line with designated groups identified by the Housing Allocations Scheme. Check assessments remain up to date and verify circumstances robustly when households are selected for properties, including making checks regarding applicant's finances, eligibility, local connection and suitability to be a tenant. Interview applicants and complete home visits as part of the verification process, as well as doing desktop checks. Select appropriate applicants and nominate them for available homes. Complete direct matching processes for a range of vulnerable applicants on the housing register with specific requirements: Medical needs - match medical requirements from the medical assessment to available supply in order to match Adaptable homes - identify suitable medical applicants for pre-allocation in conjunction with Occupational Therapy team, having regard to their assessments Match applicants who are hospital discharges liaising with hospitals and other agencies Match under occupiers to free up sought after larger homes Match management transfers to ensure they move swiftly in accordance with priority and management of risk Sheltered Accommodation To arrange viewings for matched cases A good level of knowledge of housing allocation as covered part VI the 1996 Housing Act, case law and codes of guidance, and the Council's Housing Allocations policy Knowledge of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, the Children's Act, the Care Act and the Welfare Reform Act. Understanding of access to social housing locally Awareness of issues facing local authority housing and the and initiatives to respond to them Experience Experience of implementing an equality and diversity approach to service delivery Experience of working in a team Experience of working in a demanding front line customer service environment Allocations Officer Allocations Officer Allocations Officer Allocations Officer Allocations Officer

RM Recruit are working with a Christian charity who are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join their finance team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is based in their Solihull office Monday Friday and is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative finance function. The client is open to candidates with no finance experience who are seeking to build and develop their accounting career. The Finance Officer will support a broad range of core accounting activities, contribute to process improvements, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Support core accounting tasks, including daily bank reconciliations, monthly credit card reconciliations, and other balance sheet reconciliations. Contribute to the monthly balance sheet reconciliation process, ensuring timely sign-off by the Financial Controller. This will include involvement in ongoing process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and strengthen financial controls. Prepare and process payment schedules and invoices, ensuring VAT reports and payments are accurate and compliant with organisational controls. Assist with the preparation of financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders. Support the preparation of statutory annual accounts for audits and Charity Commission filings. Manage external vendor records, ensuring correct onboarding procedures are followed and supplier transaction controls are adhered to. Produce supplier statements and aged creditor reports for the regional hub. Support Budget Holders with budget preparation and reporting, assisting regional operations teams with finance-related queries and promoting best financial practice across the organisation. Person Specification Strong attention to detail Possess the ability to meet deadlines Possess a collaborative approach Please note, the organisation has a requirement for all team members to be a practising Christian. There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) for this role to be filled by a practising Christian as per the organisations Statement of Faith and day to day prayer-based activity involved. The benefits package includes Double matched pension contribution, Private medical insurance, life insurance, gym access, and free parking. RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.

JOB SUMMARY AND LOCATION Finance Officer Located at 160 Tooley Street with some remote working. Reporting to the Revenue Service Charge Manager for repairs. Responsible for carrying out appropriate statutory consultation with leaseholders recognised tenants' associations and applicants on qualifying long term agreements and qualifying revenue work in accordance with relevant legislation and good practice to secure the service charge recovery. To be the first point of contact for the Council in respect to all revenue service charge construction queries. Liaising as appropriate with central government, other local authorities and their associations, the courts, tribunals and professional bodies, representing the council's interests and ensuring, as far as possible, that the Council's position is reflected in pertinent legislation or best practice guides. Be responsible for responding to customers enquiries and complaints relating to the construction of revenue service charges. To investigate queries, make recommendations on adjustments and reply to correspondence. Be responsible for meeting individual and team targets in the delivery of the Homeowner service Managing and taking ownership of a demanding and varied case load with flexibility to ensure the effective operation of the team overall. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Finance Officer To deliver excellent professional and specialist services to homeowners and their representatives in line with the Council's vision, values, resources, strategic and service priorities. Responsible for constructing accurate and timely accounts and estimates for revenue service charges across a growing portfolio of properties, in a correct, open and transparent manner in accordance with the required industry and professional standards. in the production of accurate, complete, and timely actual costs for service charges to leaseholders and freeholders for the costs of providing services, repairs, maintenance, insurance, ground rent etc, is in accordance with their lease contract or deed of covenant To ensure that the extraction/collection of recharges to leaseholders and freeholders for the costs of providing services, repairs, maintenance, insurance, ground rent etc, in accordance with their lease contract or deed of transfer To reconcile block and estate costs totals to source data (including general ledger cost totals.) and adjustments. To check and validate apportioned costs To review costs areas for adequacy, book of records. This puts the post holder in the position of reviewing the budget control (budget and out turn) of many managers at detail level and involves communication at that level. To liaise with service providers to identify when statutory notices are required. Responsible for the service of appropriate statutory notices within the set time scales, according to procedure for qualifying revenue work on both leaseholders and Recognised Tenants Associations. To respond to all observations raised and maintaining a log of observations and replies for information purposes. Assist in the service of appropriate statutory notices to all leaseholders within the set time scales, according to procedure for qualifying long term agreements on both leaseholders and Recognised Tenants Associations, ensuring that the council will be able to collect the resultant service charge. To respond to all observations raised and maintaining a log of observations and replies for information purposes Assist with applications for dispensations to the First Tier Tribunal for both qualifying work and qualifying long term agreements where appropriate observations raised and maintaining a log of observations and replies for information purposes Assist with applications for dispensations to the First Tier Tribunal for both qualifying work and qualifying long term agreements where appropriate Respond to queries both written and verbal to a high standard and within the Council's code of practice. To assist in answering members' enquiries, formal complaints, freedom of information requests and data access requests in a timely and proficient manner To keep updated all the databases and records for the team to maintain complete and accurate dwelling specific service charge information - e.g. ground rent, Insurance, lease type, ownership details etc. To assist in the maintenance of the service charge module and fix asset register including the dwelling/block/estate structure. To maintain appropriate relationships with other departments of the council, external agencies and the community, and to develop joint initiatives where these add value to service delivery. To liaise where necessary with other departments, sections and outside agencies, including solicitors. To act in the council's best interests at all times, whilst ensuring the services provided are in accordance with legislation, policy, procedure and the principles of best value. To represent Home Ownership Services at consultation and other meetings with homeowners, tenants and consultants concerning proposed qualifying long term agreements. To represent Home Ownership Services at Home Owners Council and other consultative bodies as necessary To work to targets agreed with the Revenue Service Charge Manager. To work with flexibility to ensure effective operation of the group. Development of active strategies for areas of work which engage and deliver homeowners priorities across the borough. To provide the general financial support and assistance to all sections of the HOS as required (for e.g. inputting invoices and credit notes, assisting with major reconciliation's, assisting with new sales cases, pre assignment request, running IT processes). To provide a support to the revenue arrears and other teams justifying services charges To take responsibility for the accuracy completeness and control of projects assigned by accountants in the team. Ensure that all work is backed up and secure and is properly evidence and recorded.

Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging role within a thriving primary school environment? Do you have the expertise to lead the financial, operational, and business functions of a school? If so, we would love to hear from you. We are seeking an experienced School Business Support Officer to join the team of a welcoming primary school located on the outskirts of Preston . This is a long-term maternity contract, beginning in September 2026, offering the opportunity to play a key role in the continued success and smooth running of the school office. This is a part time postion working five mornings a week, term time only. You will work closely with the Headteacher and Governors to ensure the effective operations of all non-teaching routines, including finance, HR, administration and site management. Your new role Liaise with the LA finance team to ensure the school budget reflects strategic priorities and operational needs Oversee administration, data management, estate management, health and safety, catering, HR, and ICT Lead, manage, and develop the school's support staff team Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and statutory regulations Lead on procurement, contract management, and asset control Plan and manage recruitment processes within the school alongside the Headteacher Maintain the Single Central Record in line with safeguarding and HR requirements Work with the site team to manage premises and grounds, ensuring safety, security, and compliance Promote the school's profile and reputation within the local community What you'll need to succeed Experience working within a school environment in a similar role Knowledge of risk assessments, compliance, and health and safety legislation Proven experience of leading, managing, and motivating staff Ability to lead and manage change effectively Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure Flexibility, resilience, and a proactive approach What you need to do now If you're interested in this part time School Business Support Officer role, click 'Apply Now' to send your up-to-date CV or contact us directly for more information. The school will begin shortlisting in the coming weeks, ahead of the September 2026 start date, so early applications are encouraged. If this role isn't quite right for you, but you're exploring new opportunities, we'd be happy to discuss your career goals confidentially. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

About the role If you are interested in keeping the UK's wonderful heritage of church buildings open and in use and want to take the next step in your finance career, then this is an exciting role for you. Come and join a small team at the National Churches Trust and work alongside the Head of Finance and the Finance and Governance Officer by managing the charity s day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. We re looking for someone who can work collaboratively, is detail-oriented and will enjoy being involved in our important work as we expand our reach across the UK. If you enjoy all aspects of financial operations and are keen to develop new skills - and would get satisfaction knowing your work supports the conservation of some of the nation s most important buildings - we would love to hear from you. About the National Churches Trust We want to keep the UK s wonderful collection of church buildings well maintained, valued and in use. Working on the ground in all four nations, we support churches of all denominations. Our vision is to see open churches thriving at the heart of communities. Our mission: We Speak Up: churches are valued and supported We Build Up: churches are well maintained, adaptable and in good repair We Open Up: churches are sustainable, open and welcoming support Our values: Being straightforward in responding to others needs Providing support that makes a difference Joining forces to achieve greater impact Driving change that brings our vision closer To find out more about this role, please visit our website via the Apply button, where you can download the information pack, including the job description and person specification. Closing date: Sunday, 17 May, midnight. Interview date: Thursday, 4 June, in Westminster, London.

Leukaemia UK Our Charity We are a small but mighty charity with one big ambition: to stop leukaemia devastating lives. Despite decades of incredible progress, only half of leukaemia patients live longer than five years after their diagnosis. We won't stop until we change this. We accelerate progress through the life-changing research, awareness and advocacy that matter most to people affected by leukaemia, doing everything we can to make sure that the next person with leukaemia has the best possible experience of diagnosis, treatment and care. We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our Finance & Resources team playing a key role as part of an exciting transition from a historically outsourced finance model to a strengthened, in house finance function as we prepare to deliver our new five year strategy. This role will have exposure to an exciting mix of management accounting, business partnering, financial analysis and process improvement whilst ensuring the organisation s core financial delivery. Team We are a close-knit team, who are all passionate about Leukaemia UK and putting those affected by the disease at the heart of everything we do. We are all focused on keeping it real with pragmatic, practical solutions, as well as ensuring that our charity gets the funding it needs to continue to help those diagnosed with leukaemia and other blood cancers. As a small organisation with just over 30 employees, every role counts. We have ambitious plans and we rely on individuals being self-starters, resilient and working at pace to maximise our collective impact. We may not be about the corporate life here, but we are all about delivering exceptional expertise and making a real change to people s lives. Leukaemia UK and You We are a growing charity with an annual income of £3.5m with a diversified funding portfolio including grants, donations and trading income with a mix of restricted and unrestricted funds. This is a new part time role within Leukaemia UK s Finance & Resources team and forms part of a planned transition from an outsourced finance model to a fully in house finance function. The role has been created to strengthen internal finance capability and resilience as the organisation prepares to deliver its newly approved five year strategy from 2027. You will play a leading, hands on role in running the organisation s core finance operations, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting and effective support to teams across the organisation. Working closely with the Director of Finance & Resources, you will take ownership of core finance processes providing operational leadership, internal business partnering and process discipline. As part of a small central team, you will work alongside the Director of Finance & Resources and the Finance Officer, and partner closely with colleagues across the organisation. You will provide practical financial guidance, help teams understand and manage their budgets, and act as a trusted internal finance partner, as well as ensuring the smooth running of day to day finance processes. This role is particularly suited to someone who enjoys being hands on, combining operational delivery with continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to help shape and embed new ways of working, improve processes and systems, and build a finance function that is fit to support an ambitious and growing charity. In return, you will gain exposure to a broad range of organisational activity, work closely with senior leaders and teams, and play a key role in supporting Leukaemia UK s next phase of strategic development. Skills and Experience E ssential: Significant experience and confidence in managing a full range of finance operations in a small or medium sized charitable organisation. Qualified or part-qualified accountant, holding one of the UK mainstream accountancy qualifications with strong operational finance experience. Excellent knowledge of UK charity SORP and regulatory reporting requirements. Strong understanding of financial controls and month and year-end processes. Strong experience in preparing management accounts, forecasts, budgets and statutory accounts. Highly experienced in all aspects of Xero cloud-based accounting system, especially reporting. Strong IT skills, including Office 365 and SharePoint. Experienced in charity fund accounting and restricted funds tracking and monitoring. Ability to balance hands on delivery with improvement and change. Experience in improving finance processes and introducing automation or system improvements. Strong communication skills, ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and strong stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working in a part time role with clear priorities and boundaries. Resilient and comfortable with navigating through change. Uphold the charities culture and values of being bold, collaborative and curious. Desirable: Experience of line managing staff and supporting their development. Management of outsourced service providers. Independent learner, keen to find and apply best-practise solutions. Willingness to identify, test and apply appropriate technology and AI tools to streamline processes. Discrete and trustworthy with high levels of integrity Role Specifics 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE) worked over 3 days or more, Monday to Friday. Location: We are very flexible! Our offices are based in Central London, and we operate hybrid working. In this role you are required to work from the office at least 1 day per week. £40,000 £45,000 FTE dependent on experience. Pro-rata for part-time hours We are proud of our benefits see a summary on our website Work with us - Leukaemia UK Benefits 36 days holiday per year, including bank holidays - pro rata for part time employees Pension default is 4% employee and 4% employer and we match up to 6% Life Assurance x 4 cover Critical Illness Cover Cash back healthcare scheme & Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Hybrid Working- 1 day in the office per week Company sick pay Applications and interview timings If you feel you have the passion for our work and the right mix of experience, skills, energy, and flair to embrace this role and enable our strategy to fly, then we would love you to apply. Please also see the full job description attached to the advert. To minimise unconscious bias, we use anonymous recruitment and are unable to consider direct applications. Please apply via the CharityJob website with your CV and covering letter. Closing Date: Midnight Tuesday 12th May 2026 - First interviews will be held via Teams on Friday 22nd May 2026 - Second interviews will be face to face in our London Offices at 26 Great Queen St, London WC2B 5BL on Wednesday 27th / Thursday 28th May 2026 I look forward to hearing from you! Azra Azra Karaselimovic Director of Finance and Resources Leukaemia UK

Job title: Programme Manager - Strategic Delivery & PMO Reports to: Chief Operating Officer Location: London/Hybrid Contract type: Fixed Term Contract 12 Months Apply via: Please submit a CV and cover letter that sets out how your recent experience aligns with the Essential Experience criteria in the role description to Please structure your response with clear, specific examples. Applications that do not address these criteria may not be progressed. About us: ScreenSkills is the industry-led strategic skills body for the UK screen industries. As experts in career development for the screen sector, we offer a portfolio of training, programmes, events, free e-learning and other career resources to support the development of technical and professional skills across all career stages and for people from every background in every Nation and region. We use research and data to identify skills gaps and shortages which informs the investment in high-quality and inclusive training programmes made by our five Skills Funds: animation, children's TV, film, high-end TV and unscripted TV. Our policy and advocacy work is focused on delivering change to support the UK's skilled screen workforce and industry. ScreenSkills is one part of an ecosystem that supports a world-leading, inclusive and agile workforce now and for the future. We work collaboratively with broadcasters, studios, streamers, production companies and other organisations across all sectors to power the skills needed to drive the long-term success of the UK's screen industries. Role purpose: ScreenSkills is delivering its strategy to support a world leading, inclusive and agile screen workforce. This role provides organisational leadership across Strategic Projects, ensuring activity is sequenced, governed and resourced effectively. Alongside Strategy programme oversight, the role will also help establish the basic foundations of a Project Management Office (PMO) to strengthen delivery discipline, cross team coordination and portfolio level reporting throughout the organisation. Key responsibilities: Strategic Project Leadership & Oversight Lead day to day planning, tracking, oversight, and reporting of a programme of Strategic Projects derived from to ScreenSkills' Strategy and Annual Operating Plan activities. Maintain the organisation wide roadmap of Strategic Projects, including dependencies, milestones, delivery risks and mitigations. Ensure Strategic Projects deliver expected outcomes, integrating evaluation, workforce insight and stakeholder priorities. Delivery of Core Strategy Workstreams Financial Management & Reporting Monitor actual expenditure and forecasted spend for Strategic Projects, aligned to the current budgets, working closely with senior colleagues in delivery and Finance teams. Work with the CEO, Finance Director and the COO to produce board updates and strategic performance summaries. Proposing and identifying risks and mitigations Communications, Reporting & Engagement Working effectively with all teams, particularly Finance. Scheduling regular update meetings with key colleagues to ensure that they are up-to-date with what's happening across delivery activities and alerting project leads and other senior colleagues to any potential issues (e.g. in the areas of staffing, resourcing, timelines, delivery against targets or reporting) Provide delivery support for project groups as needed (including the cross sector stakeholder groups). Engage with all internal and external stakeholders as needed. PMO Functional Development Support the COO in maturing the project planning, management and coordination methodologies throughout the organization (the establishment of a basic PMO). Lead organisation wide adoption of a suitable task/project management platform to act as a "single source of truth" for projects. Help build organisational capability through coaching and mentoring colleagues involved in project delivery. Develop consistent planning and reporting tools for use across projects. Produce portfolio level dashboards and narrative reporting to improve oversight of performance, risks and resourcing across relevant projects. Outline use cases for applicable tools, systems & processes Essential skills and experiences: Essential Experience Proven experience managing complex organisational Strategic Projects. Experience establishing or contributing to PMO structures or delivery frameworks. Strong financial literacy and ability to manage budgets. Experience coordinating multi stakeholder delivery across sectors or agencies. Essential Skills Excellent project and programme planning skills. Strong stakeholder engagement, relationship building and diplomacy. Ability to synthesise information and produce concise high quality reporting. Strong organisational, analytical and communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience in skills, education, creative industries or public policy environments. Attributes Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused Skilled at navigating ambiguity and complexity Collaborative and committed to inclusive workforce development Corporate responsibilities of all ScreenSkills personnel: Take ownership of, and contribute to, internal and external communications activity both in their job role and as part of ScreenSkills' overall strategic objectives. Demonstrate a personal commitment to embracing and promoting ScreenSkills' positive approach to the achievement of acceptance, openness, and equality of opportunity at work for people from under-represented groups (e.g. such as those with disabilities and global majority backgrounds) Promote and develop individual and organisational activities which support and enhance environmental sustainability and health and safety objectives. Establish good working relationships with both internal and external customers and provide a high-quality service which meets their needs. Support yours and your colleagues' activity through a commitment to effective and correct use of corporate tools and resources, including the ScreenSkills' intranet for internal communications and authorised systems for contact management. ScreenSkills is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering after a career break, women, people who are LGBTQ+, minority ethnic groups, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, from a less advantaged socio-economic background as well as any other under-represented group. This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive. It is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing.

Income Recovery and Enforcement Officer We are seeking an experienced Income Recovery and Enforcement Officer to manage legal arrears cases and deliver effective, fair outcomes for residents and communities. Position: Income Recovery and Enforcement Officer Salary: From £34,381 London weighted or £30,386 regional Location: London Stratford or Manchester Trafford with hybrid working Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 11th May 2026 Interview Date: 18th May 2026 Start Date: 22nd June 2026 About the role This is a specialist role within income management, focused on accounts that have progressed to legal stages. You will manage cases from court preparation through to enforcement, including eviction where necessary, balancing firm action with a fair and supportive approach. Key responsibilities include: Managing a caseload across all legal stages of arrears recovery Preparing court documentation, including witness statements and case files Liaising with external legal representatives and acting as a key point of contact Attending court and representing the organisation where required Making informed decisions on enforcement action, balancing risk and customer impact Handling high volumes of customer contact and meeting performance targets Supporting residents with advice and signposting to help sustain tenancies where possible Working collaboratively with internal teams including Housing, Finance and Legal About you You will bring strong experience in arrears recovery and enforcement, with the confidence to manage complex cases and make sound decisions. You will have: Proven experience in housing arrears recovery and legal enforcement processes Knowledge of court procedures including possession action and eviction Strong decision making skills and the ability to manage a high volume workload Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle challenging conversations Good understanding of welfare benefits and tenancy related processes Strong organisational, negotiation and influencing skills Ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team About the organisation The organisation is one of the UK's leading housing providers, supporting over 250,000 residents across London, the South East and North West. They are committed to delivering high quality homes and services, with a strong focus on community impact and customer outcomes. They offer a competitive benefits package including a generous pension, annual leave allowance, health cash plan, life assurance and wellbeing support. Diversity and inclusion are central to their culture, and they are committed to creating a fair, accessible and supportive working environment. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Arrears Officer, Income Recovery Officer, Enforcement Officer, Rent Recovery Officer, Housing Officer, Debt Recovery Officer, Legal Income Officer Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.

SEND Consultant (Banding Framework, Cost Library & Reform Transition) We are seeking an experienced SEND Consultant to lead the rigorous testing of a proposed financial banding framework and to design a clear, robust, and transparent cost library for specialist provision. The role will ensure decisions are fair, evidence-based, and financially accurate. The consultant will also consider the implications of the new Schools White Paper and ensure that the banding work is aligned with upcoming national SEND reforms, supporting a smooth transition. The successful candidate will work independently and bring significant local authority and school-based SEND experience, supported by strong analytical, data, and reporting skills. Key Responsibilities 1. Banding Framework Testing Conduct systematic testing of the proposed SEND banding framework. Use real case examples and scenario modelling to check fairness, accuracy, and consistency. Identify gaps or risks and propose practical adjustments. Ensure the model reflects needs across mainstream, specialist, and post-16 settings. 2. Development of a Transparent Cost Library Design a clear, evidence-based cost library to support financial banding decisions. Analyse data from schools, settings, finance teams, and national benchmarks. Ensure assumptions are transparent, accurate, and easy to maintain. Provide clear rationales for all cost calculations. 3. Alignment with National SEND Reforms Consider the requirements of the new Schools White Paper. Ensure the banding framework and cost library are compatible with future SEND reforms. Identify required adjustments and propose a practical transition approach. 4. Data Analysis & Reporting Produce high-quality reports summarising findings, methodology, and recommendations. Present data clearly for senior leaders and schools. Use strong analytical skills to model financial impact and validate assumptions. 5. Stakeholder Engagement Work with local authority officers, SENCOs, headteachers, and finance colleagues to gather insight and test proposals. Support understanding and adoption of the banding model. Present findings to SEND and finance governance groups. Essential Experience & Skills Experience Significant experience working in a local authority SEND service. Strong experience working with schools and understanding operational SEND practice. Proven ability to deliver complex work independently. Experience writing high-quality professional reports. Skills & Competencies Excellent analytical and data-handling skills. Strong written communication and ability to translate technical issues clearly. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail. In-depth understanding of statutory SEND processes. Ability to interpret national reforms and translate them into practical local actions. Desirable Experience designing or testing SEND banding models. Familiarity with the Schools White Paper and national SEND funding reforms. Experience with cost-modelling or resource allocation tools.

Payroll Officer Location: Two Sites - Stratford-Upon-Avon (most days) and Banbury (Occasional) Salary: FTE £32,500 - £38,000 (DOE) Hours: 30+ (school hours available) Are you looking for a role that combines responsibility with flexible working hours, an exciting business progression plan and real people-first culture? We re looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage UK payroll operations for an established manufacturer. Payroll Officer Salary & Benefits Flexible hours available (school hours if needed) 25 Days + Bank Holidays Pension scheme employee contributions available immediately; employer contributions commence after 3 months service Life assurance once enrolled in the pension scheme After 6 months service: access to additional benefits including Private Healthcare and Income Protection Key Responsibilities of the Payroll Officer You will take full ownership of payroll delivery across two UK sites, working closely with HR and Finance to ensure accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement. End-to-end payroll processing (weekly and monthly cycles) RTI submissions (FPS/EPS) and full HMRC compliance Statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP) Pension auto-enrolment administration and submissions Year-end processes (P60, P45, P11D) Managing deductions including student loans and AEOs Acting as the main point of contact for payroll queries Supporting the transition and integration into Moorepay Producing payroll and HR reporting (absence, headcount, holiday etc.) Maintaining organisational structures within the new system Working Pattern & Flexibility Flexible weekly hours School hours (around 9:00am 3:00pm) considered Office-based role with informal flexibility around family commitments Some initial travel between Stratford and Banbury during onboarding (reducing over time) About You Solid end-to-end UK payroll experience Confident managing both weekly and monthly payroll Comfortable working across multiple sites Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation (Tax, NI, NMW) Advanced Excel skills Experience with Moorepay (highly desirable) Organised, detail-focused and confident handling payroll queries This role is split between sites in Banbury and Stratford; you will be based at the Stratford office most of the time. If you think this Payroll Officer sounds like you apply here and we will be in touch! INDH

Are you looking to take your finance career to the next level with a dynamic opportunity as a Credit Controller? Join a forward-thinking team based in Basingstoke, Hampshire where your expertise in credit management will directly impact the company's financial health. This vital role offers a competitive salary and benefits package along with a supportive environment eager to recognise and empower talented professionals like you. What will the Credit Controller role involve? Collecting debt owed by various entities. This will be done through a combination of phone calls, emails and letters Improving procedures to ensure debt is chased on a regular basis and reducing the value of older debt Working with the Finance Manager, Chief Financial Officer, Managers and Regional Operations Managers to collect the more difficult debt Working with the Managers to ensure agreements and direct debits are in place wherever possible Suitable Candidate for the Credit Control vacancy: Previous credit control experience Good understanding of an accounts department Excellent written and oral communication Strong skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel Excellent organisational skills with ability to plan, prioritise and work under pressure Able to listen to customers and negotiate solutions in an empathetic way Ability to work on own initiative Additional benefits and information for the role of Credit Controller: An opportunity to join a growing business 25 days holiday Private medical insurance Gym membership A friendly and vibrant team Hybrid and flexible working Onsite parking Bonus CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.

As a Buyer, are you frustrated in your current procurement role or just ready for a new challenge? If you want more autonomy and responsibility to drive change and improvements in our purchasing function, with a clear career path into a more senior buying role then you should keep reading. We're a fast-paced manufacturing site in Oakham with a domestic and international client base, and we need your help to drive our purchasing department forwards. BASIC SALARY: Up to £40,000 dependent on your relevant experience BENEFITS: 4% employer pension Cash back medical plan after probation 37.5 hour working week with lunchtime finish on a Friday 24 days holiday + bank holidays - rising with service External training and qualifications, if needed for your development LOCATION: Oakham, Rutland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Corby, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough, Stamford, Grantham, Uppingham, Peterborough, Kettering, Wellingborough are just some of the locations our current employees live Why should you join us? Our business is growing thanks to the government-backed incentives around the power industry We can offer you genuine career development into a more senior buying role We manufacture on site so you can get hands on involved with the business and really make a difference JOB DESCRIPTION: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Our procurement team and production planning work closely together, so you'll know what to buy and how much of it. We have over 1000+ different SKUs that we directly procure. As a Buyer, you'll support our existing Buyers, ease their workload and be involved in all areas of direct purchasing including raw materials, consumables, parts, and components. No two days will be the same. This role is vital in the success of our business growth. YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Drive down procurement costs, improve our existing supplier lead times, improve product quality. Ensure your raw materials, parts and components are ordered in a timely manner, with transparency of lead times - there will be 1000s of different things being bought. Some are simple reorder generation, others will be bespoke or one-off purchase orders. Raise, chase and close off POs Find that balance between minimum and maximum stock levels Support our existing experienced Buyers where needed YOUR BACKGROUND: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Solid procurement exposure from a manufacturing or production environment Experience of stock control and supplier management, cost reduction and improving lead times You will be competent with ERP and have good Excel skills too Be competent with CAD drawings (Schematics) / Bill of Materials (BOMs) Ideally your direct buying experience will cover a variety of things such as stainless steel, aluminium, fabricated or machined parts, sheet-metal, mild steel and sub-assemblies, hydraulics, pneumatics, fasteners, technical consumables etc so you will find the transition to us easier. But, we also welcome your application if you come from any manufacturing related procurement background. THE COMPANY: We design and manufacture our own special purpose machinery and equipment. We sell domestically and globally into the power and telecoms sectors. PROSPECTS: There is a genuine career development opportunity for you within our business if you are good enough. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Buyer, buying, procurement, raw materials, MRP, ERP, Excel, expediting, purchasing, strategic buyer, procurement officer, procurement manager, senior buyer, CIPS. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18438, Wallace Hind Selection

usiness Development Officer Ascend Learning Trust (Central Team) Salary: Grade I, £34,434-£36,363 (DOE) FTE Contract: Permanent, full time Hours: 37 hours per week, 08:30-16:30 Monday-Thursday and 08:30-16:00 Friday Closing date: Midday Sunday 17th May 2026 Interview Date : TBC Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Job Overview We are looking for a proactive and detail-driven Business Development Officer to help maximise external funding opportunities across our Trust. As a successful applicant, you will lead on researching and securing grants, preparing high-quality bids, and ensuring full compliance with funding and procurement requirements. Working closely with school leaders, finance teams, and the Legal and Procurement Lead, you will play a key role in supporting strategic priorities across our seven schools. If you have strong communication skills, proven experience in grant management, and the ability to build effective partnerships, we'd love to hear from you. Full details can be found in the recruitment pack. Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone. All our young people receive a holistic, world class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges. They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future. If you want to be a part of this, and work alongside ambitious, compassionate, and dedicated people we welcome your application. Our mission is to develop and retain high quality professional who relentlessly pursue the Ascend vision. Together we will foster a culture of compassion and inclusivity with high expectations and standards for all. Where horizons are limitless, and education is unmissable. Together we Belong, Believe, Become. We also offer an excellent staff benefit package which include discounts on high street stores, restaurants, cinemas, and gyms as well as having a wellbeing hub and a cycle to work scheme. We have a wide range of benefits for employees which include: Health & Wellbeing Free annual Flu Vaccines Discounted Gym Memberships 24-hour access to free counselling helpline for family, debt advice Annual 'Wellbeing Day' Generous holiday allowance Flexible working solutions Financial Hundreds of offers and discounts and cashback on local and national stores Excellent Pension Schemes including an employer contribution of 24.3% for support staff Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes Health and Fitness Schemes (available at additional cost) Career Progression Instructional Coaching for Teachers Developmental performance management conversations Apprenticeship opportunities for 'on the job training' Investment in your career, internal and external talent solutions. Recognition and Reward -including service awards Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful 6 month probation. Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier. At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team. Reasonable adjustments are modifications or accommodations made to ensure that individuals with disabilities or specific needs can perform their job duties effectively. We embrace the idea that everyone should have equal opportunities to succeed, and our aim is to make this a reality. SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent" and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences. In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence. References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.

The Interim CEO will provide immediate, focused, time-bound leadership to drive through an extended period of organisational change, ensuring that Ubele's existing strategy and transformation plans are implemented effectively, consistently, and at pace. As Ubele has just produced a new 5 year strategy (April 2026 - March 2030) this is not a role to redefine strategy, but to deliver against it - bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to implementation across the organisation. The Interim CEO will focus on: Embedding systems, processes, and consistent ways of working Strengthening leadership accountability, line management, and performance oversight Improving organisational coordination, decision-making, and operational effectiveness Providing visible, steady leadership to support confidence and cohesion across teams Working closely with the Advisory Board and Executive Chair, and Senior Leadership Team, the Interim CEO will support Ubele to move from a prolonged period of transition into a more stable, aligned, and effectively operating organisation. Leadership & strategic delivery Lead the implementation of Ubele's strategy, ensuring it is clearly prioritised, understood, and translated into deliverable plans across the organisation. Provide consistent and visible leadership, aligning teams around shared priorities and maintaining focus on delivery. Build and maintain a cohesive and accountable Senior Leadership Team, with clear expectations for collaboration, behaviour, and performance. Work closely with the Executive Chair to ensure continuity of values, culture, and legacy while progressing organisational change. Organisational stability and change delivery Drive delivery of Ubele's transformation programme, ensuring that plans are implemented with clarity, pace, and discipline. Bring structure and coordination to change initiatives, ensuring clear ownership, timelines, and measurable outcomes. Identify and address delays, barriers, or areas of ambiguity, ensuring momentum is maintained. Support the organisation to move from a prolonged period of transition to a more stable and consistent operating environment. Ensure change is embedded into day-to-day practice, not remaining at the planning or design stage. Operational leadership & management Provide strong operational leadership across all areas of the organisation, including programmes, partnerships, consultancy, training, enterprise development, and community asset management. Ensure clarity of roles, responsibilities, and decision-making across the organisation. Line manage the Senior Leadership Team, holding them accountable for delivery, team management, and performance within their areas. Embed consistent performance management practices, including clear objectives, regular review, and timely intervention. Strengthen internal systems, processes, and ways of working to improve coordination, efficiency, and organisational effectiveness. Ensure policies and procedures are actively used, understood, and adhered to across teams. Oversee the development and use of high-quality data, reporting, and management information to support decision-making and track performance. Governance & advisory board relations (CIC) Work closely with the Chair and Advisory Board to ensure strong and compliant CIC governance. Provide clear and timely reporting on organisational performance, finances, risk, and progress against strategic priorities. Support the Advisory Board to maintain effective oversight and fulfil its strategic and fiduciary responsibilities. Ensure appropriate governance structures and processes are in place and operating effectively. Finance, risk & sustainability Provide oversight of financial performance, ensuring robust budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls are in place. Hold the Head of Finance accountable for financial accuracy, compliance, and reporting. Ensure clear visibility of financial position, risks, and sustainability planning. Work with the Advisory Board and SLT to support income diversification and long-term financial resilience. Funding, partnerships & external relations Maintain and develop relationships with funders, commissioners, social investors, and strategic partners. Act as a credible and confident external representative for Ubele. Support the organisation to navigate a complex funding environment with clarity and focus. Ensure external partnerships align with organisational priorities and capacity. Legal, regulatory & safeguarding compliance Maintain overall accountability for safeguarding, compliance, and organisational risk. Ensure appropriate systems, policies, and practices are in place and actively implemented. Hold SLT members accountable for compliance within their areas. Ensure regulatory requirements (CIC, employment law, contracts, data protection) are met. Person Specification We recognise this is an interim role with a specific organisational mandate. We are seeking a leader who can quickly assess, prioritise, and act, rather than someone looking to reshape the organisation over the long term. Leadership & change Significant experience leading organisations through implementation phases of change, with a clear focus on delivery. Demonstrated ability to bring structure, pace, and discipline to complex transformation programmes. Experience stabilising organisations during or following periods of uncertainty or extended change. Confidence in making decisions, setting direction, and maintaining momentum. Operational & leadership capability Track record of line managing senior leaders and holding teams to account for delivery and performance. Highly developed operational skills, with experience strengthening systems, processes, and organisational effectiveness. Experience embedding performance management frameworks and improving accountability. Ability to balance strategic oversight with close attention to operational detail. Governance & organisational leadership Understanding of CIC governance, regulatory requirements, and Advisory Board relationships. Experience working closely with a Chair and Advisory Board on strategy, performance, and risk. Experience leading organisations of comparable scale and complexity (£3-4m+ turnover) Funding & external environment Experience working within complex funding environments, including grants, contracts, and partnerships. Ability to maintain credibility with funders, partners, and stakeholders. Experience supporting income diversification and organisational sustainability. Cultural competency & values Strong understanding of racial justice, community development, and the experiences of African Diaspora communities in the UK. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and community empowerment. Ability to lead with clarity, emotional intelligence, and cultural awareness. Operational, financial & compliance Experience overseeing organisational finances, risk management, and compliance frameworks. Strong understanding of performance reporting, data, and evaluation. Familiarity with safeguarding and quality assurance in community or social impact settings. Additional Information This is an interim leadership role with a clearly defined mandate to reinforce the organisations foundations, embed change, and strengthen operational effectiveness. The focus of the role is on delivery rather than strategy development, and on ensuring that existing plans are implemented in a structured, consistent, and sustainable way. As such, we are seeking someone who can work at pace, make decisions, and bring clarity and direction, while supporting the organisation through a period of transition. A visible and consistent presence at Wolves Lane is essential to support leadership alignment, team cohesion, and organisational effectiveness. This role involves responsibility for socially impactful and occasionally emotionally demanding work. A commitment to wellbeing, reflective leadership, and resilience is essential. This job description may evolve as Ubele continues its organisational development.