Assistant Client Accountant REAL ESTATE . OUR CLIENT are a growing housing / property management company who have been building and creating communities for over 30 years. They are looking for an Assistant Client Accountant to join their finance team and play a key role in keeping their client accounts running smoothly. THE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSISTANT CLIENT ACCOUNTANT: Carrying out daily bank reconciliations and resolve outstanding queries. Setting up tenants, raising charges and month-end reporting. Maintaining accurate reconciliation statements and updating resolved items. Investigating and resolving reconciliations differences. Processing tenant adjustments and amendments. Liaising with property managers, local authorities, and payment providers. THE PERSON REQUIREMENTS OF THE ASSISTANT CLIENT ACCOUNTANT: Must have accounts receivable and bank reconciliations experience gained from another property management firm. Strong MS Office and experience of using a property system. Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work independently. Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach. BENEFITS: Discretionary bonus. Good work life-balance and hybrid working (2/3 days office). Very good opportunity to work for an inclusive and growing finance team Discover Your Next Opportunity with Trident Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest real estate finance opportunities or browse current vacancies via our website. Every application is reviewed carefully and retained on our database for future opportunities. Whilst we are unable to respond to every applicant individually, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. Stay Ahead in the Market: Sign Up for Job Alerts - Be the first to hear about new openings. Register Your CV with our specialist team. Looking to Recruit? - Partner with us to secure top real estate finance talent.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Assistant Client Accountant REAL ESTATE . OUR CLIENT are a growing housing / property management company who have been building and creating communities for over 30 years. They are looking for an Assistant Client Accountant to join their finance team and play a key role in keeping their client accounts running smoothly. THE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSISTANT CLIENT ACCOUNTANT: Carrying out daily bank reconciliations and resolve outstanding queries. Setting up tenants, raising charges and month-end reporting. Maintaining accurate reconciliation statements and updating resolved items. Investigating and resolving reconciliations differences. Processing tenant adjustments and amendments. Liaising with property managers, local authorities, and payment providers. THE PERSON REQUIREMENTS OF THE ASSISTANT CLIENT ACCOUNTANT: Must have accounts receivable and bank reconciliations experience gained from another property management firm. Strong MS Office and experience of using a property system. Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work independently. Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach. BENEFITS: Discretionary bonus. Good work life-balance and hybrid working (2/3 days office). Very good opportunity to work for an inclusive and growing finance team Discover Your Next Opportunity with Trident Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest real estate finance opportunities or browse current vacancies via our website. Every application is reviewed carefully and retained on our database for future opportunities. Whilst we are unable to respond to every applicant individually, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. Stay Ahead in the Market: Sign Up for Job Alerts - Be the first to hear about new openings. Register Your CV with our specialist team. Looking to Recruit? - Partner with us to secure top real estate finance talent.
Assistant Director of Asset Investment and Sustainability (AIS) Advert Employer : Sutton Housing Partnership Ltd Location(s): Sutton Gate, London Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: Full Time, average of 3-days per week onsite Grade Band: EMT4 Hours Per Week: 36 Salary Range Competitive salary of £93,660 - £95,600 pa , plus LGPS pension and attractive benefits. Pay award pending for 2026 Enhancements/Additional Payments: Market Supplement of £2.5k Leave Entitlement: 33 days Closing Date: 22nd June 2026 Anticipated Interview Date(s): 30th June 2026 SUTTON HOUSING PARTNERSHIP We are a groundbreaking, innovative housing partnership working as a not-for-profit organisation in the Borough of Sutton with ambitious objectives for making Sutton a great place to live. Formed in April 2006 as an Arms Length Management Organisation (ALMO) we work in partnership with Sutton Council and its residents, managing over 6,000 council properties and over 1,470 leasehold properties in Sutton. The Opportunity: This is one of those roles where the brief is simple on paper but the impact is anything but. Sutton Housing Partnership (SHP) is seeking an exceptional senior leader to join us as the Assistant Director of Asset Investment and Sustainability. This role is crucial for delivering real outputs and maximum value for our residents and the organisation. You will operate at a senior level to lead and motivate teams, foster collaborative working relationships, and drive our Major Works and sustainability agenda. You ll be operating at a strategic level, but close enough to delivery to know exactly where performance is won or lost. Key Responsibilities Will Include: You ll lead the capital investment programme end-to-end from developing intelligent, data-led major works programmes through to procurement, contractor management and delivery. This role sits at the centre of asset strategy, sustainability and operational delivery. You ll be responsible for ensuring programmes are compliant, commercially sound and deliver real value both in terms of asset performance and resident experience Leading the Asset Investment & Sustainability function, setting direction and driving a high-performance culture Developing and delivering major works programmes in excess of £20m, ensuring they are data-led, efficient and aligned to strategic priorities Overseeing procurement activity, ensuring compliance, value for money and strong commercial outcomes Managing contractor and supply chain performance, ensuring works are delivered to quality, cost and programme expectations Ensuring full compliance with asset management, building safety and regulatory requirements Owning budget planning, financial control and long-term investment forecasting Driving resident engagement strategy across major works programmes, ensuring a strong and consistent customer experience Leading service improvement and change initiatives to enhance performance, efficiency and delivery standards Working as part of the senior leadership team, collaborating across services to deliver organisational objectives Qualifications Required: Educated to degree level A professional building services qualification, e.g., RICS, CIOB. CIH Level 4 qualification in Managing Housing Maintenance or CIH Level 5 - Those willing to work or who are working towards the qualification are encouraged to apply Essential Requirements: This is a role for someone already operating at senior level within social housing asset investment or capital works. Significant experience leading major works programmes within social housing Proven track record delivering large-scale capital investment programmes (£20m+) Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and driving value for money Deep understanding of asset management, building safety and regulatory frameworks Experience leading teams and driving performance at scale Strong procurement and contractor management capability Experience delivering service improvement and organisational change Professional qualification such as RICS, CIOB or CIH Level 5 (or equivalent experience) SHP Total Reward Offer Includes: 33 days annual leave, plus statutory holidays Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which offers a valuable package of benefits for members and their dependents Hybrid working and a modern, flexible working environment Simply Health medical cash plan Staff Benefit platform via Pluxee HOME Award scheme1 Before applying, please refer to the role profile and ensure you meet the essential criteria. Closing Date: 14th June 2026 Anticipated interview date(s): 30th June 2026 We kindly request that Recruitment Agencies do not contact SHP with applicant CVs as they will not be considered.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Assistant Director of Asset Investment and Sustainability (AIS) Advert Employer : Sutton Housing Partnership Ltd Location(s): Sutton Gate, London Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: Full Time, average of 3-days per week onsite Grade Band: EMT4 Hours Per Week: 36 Salary Range Competitive salary of £93,660 - £95,600 pa , plus LGPS pension and attractive benefits. Pay award pending for 2026 Enhancements/Additional Payments: Market Supplement of £2.5k Leave Entitlement: 33 days Closing Date: 22nd June 2026 Anticipated Interview Date(s): 30th June 2026 SUTTON HOUSING PARTNERSHIP We are a groundbreaking, innovative housing partnership working as a not-for-profit organisation in the Borough of Sutton with ambitious objectives for making Sutton a great place to live. Formed in April 2006 as an Arms Length Management Organisation (ALMO) we work in partnership with Sutton Council and its residents, managing over 6,000 council properties and over 1,470 leasehold properties in Sutton. The Opportunity: This is one of those roles where the brief is simple on paper but the impact is anything but. Sutton Housing Partnership (SHP) is seeking an exceptional senior leader to join us as the Assistant Director of Asset Investment and Sustainability. This role is crucial for delivering real outputs and maximum value for our residents and the organisation. You will operate at a senior level to lead and motivate teams, foster collaborative working relationships, and drive our Major Works and sustainability agenda. You ll be operating at a strategic level, but close enough to delivery to know exactly where performance is won or lost. Key Responsibilities Will Include: You ll lead the capital investment programme end-to-end from developing intelligent, data-led major works programmes through to procurement, contractor management and delivery. This role sits at the centre of asset strategy, sustainability and operational delivery. You ll be responsible for ensuring programmes are compliant, commercially sound and deliver real value both in terms of asset performance and resident experience Leading the Asset Investment & Sustainability function, setting direction and driving a high-performance culture Developing and delivering major works programmes in excess of £20m, ensuring they are data-led, efficient and aligned to strategic priorities Overseeing procurement activity, ensuring compliance, value for money and strong commercial outcomes Managing contractor and supply chain performance, ensuring works are delivered to quality, cost and programme expectations Ensuring full compliance with asset management, building safety and regulatory requirements Owning budget planning, financial control and long-term investment forecasting Driving resident engagement strategy across major works programmes, ensuring a strong and consistent customer experience Leading service improvement and change initiatives to enhance performance, efficiency and delivery standards Working as part of the senior leadership team, collaborating across services to deliver organisational objectives Qualifications Required: Educated to degree level A professional building services qualification, e.g., RICS, CIOB. CIH Level 4 qualification in Managing Housing Maintenance or CIH Level 5 - Those willing to work or who are working towards the qualification are encouraged to apply Essential Requirements: This is a role for someone already operating at senior level within social housing asset investment or capital works. Significant experience leading major works programmes within social housing Proven track record delivering large-scale capital investment programmes (£20m+) Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and driving value for money Deep understanding of asset management, building safety and regulatory frameworks Experience leading teams and driving performance at scale Strong procurement and contractor management capability Experience delivering service improvement and organisational change Professional qualification such as RICS, CIOB or CIH Level 5 (or equivalent experience) SHP Total Reward Offer Includes: 33 days annual leave, plus statutory holidays Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which offers a valuable package of benefits for members and their dependents Hybrid working and a modern, flexible working environment Simply Health medical cash plan Staff Benefit platform via Pluxee HOME Award scheme1 Before applying, please refer to the role profile and ensure you meet the essential criteria. Closing Date: 14th June 2026 Anticipated interview date(s): 30th June 2026 We kindly request that Recruitment Agencies do not contact SHP with applicant CVs as they will not be considered.
Assistant - Visual Impairment Support Location: Barking Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 16:30 (Full-time, on-site in Barking) Pay: 15.00 per hour Contract: Initially 3 months (with funding secured for up to 3 years) About the Role We're seeking a compassionate and proactive Assistant to provide dedicated support to a visually impaired colleague within our client's Customer Service team. Working closely with the employee, you will provide practical, day-to-day support to enable them to successfully carry out their role handling public enquiries relating to waste, education, housing, council tax, electoral enquiries, and more. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 support to enable effective completion of daily tasks Assist with navigation of websites, systems, and digital platforms Support with saving documents and managing files Carry out data protection checks to ensure service users are correctly identified Communicate clearly and effectively at all times Follow instructions and adapt support based on individual needs Assist with developing skills (upskilling) where required Demonstrate patience, understanding, and active listening Systems & Training Full training will be provided on internal systems, such as: FreshDesk OpenHousing Payment and telephony systems You will be expected to confidently support the use of: Microsoft Teams Word, Excel, Outlook SharePoint & OneDrive Candidate Profile We are looking for someone who: Is IT literate and confident navigating multiple systems Has strong communication and interpersonal skills Is patient, reliable, and attentive to detail Can follow direction while working collaboratively Has a proactive and supportive approach Ideally has experience in support work or similar environments (desirable but not essential) Working Arrangements Based full-time on-site in Barking You will need to be flexible to align with the employee's schedule Please note: when the employee is on annual leave, you will not be required to work, and you will be expected (where possible) to align your leave accordingly Recruitment Process Interview Date: 14th August 2026 The selection process will include: Interview with the Team IT and troubleshooting assessment Final meeting with the employee you will support If you are a supportive, tech-savvy individual with a passion for empowering others in the workplace, we'd love to hear from you. 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 explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Jun 10, 2026
Seasonal
Assistant - Visual Impairment Support Location: Barking Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 16:30 (Full-time, on-site in Barking) Pay: 15.00 per hour Contract: Initially 3 months (with funding secured for up to 3 years) About the Role We're seeking a compassionate and proactive Assistant to provide dedicated support to a visually impaired colleague within our client's Customer Service team. Working closely with the employee, you will provide practical, day-to-day support to enable them to successfully carry out their role handling public enquiries relating to waste, education, housing, council tax, electoral enquiries, and more. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 support to enable effective completion of daily tasks Assist with navigation of websites, systems, and digital platforms Support with saving documents and managing files Carry out data protection checks to ensure service users are correctly identified Communicate clearly and effectively at all times Follow instructions and adapt support based on individual needs Assist with developing skills (upskilling) where required Demonstrate patience, understanding, and active listening Systems & Training Full training will be provided on internal systems, such as: FreshDesk OpenHousing Payment and telephony systems You will be expected to confidently support the use of: Microsoft Teams Word, Excel, Outlook SharePoint & OneDrive Candidate Profile We are looking for someone who: Is IT literate and confident navigating multiple systems Has strong communication and interpersonal skills Is patient, reliable, and attentive to detail Can follow direction while working collaboratively Has a proactive and supportive approach Ideally has experience in support work or similar environments (desirable but not essential) Working Arrangements Based full-time on-site in Barking You will need to be flexible to align with the employee's schedule Please note: when the employee is on annual leave, you will not be required to work, and you will be expected (where possible) to align your leave accordingly Recruitment Process Interview Date: 14th August 2026 The selection process will include: Interview with the Team IT and troubleshooting assessment Final meeting with the employee you will support If you are a supportive, tech-savvy individual with a passion for empowering others in the workplace, we'd love to hear from you. 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 explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
FBR Recruitment are looking for a freelance Assistant Site Manager for a housing developer in Bournemouth with an immediate start until October. Requirement: CSCS SMSTS First Aid Must have previous housing experience. If interested please apply, or call the office and ask for Tiffany.
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
FBR Recruitment are looking for a freelance Assistant Site Manager for a housing developer in Bournemouth with an immediate start until October. Requirement: CSCS SMSTS First Aid Must have previous housing experience. If interested please apply, or call the office and ask for Tiffany.
Housing & Public Protection Business Improvement Manager Windsor & Maidenhead based Interim 3 6 Months Hybrid (1 2 days on site) £39.99 Umbrella / £31.33 PAYE We are seeking an experienced manager to lead business support, performance, and transformation activity within Housing and Public Protection. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Housing and Public Protection Business Support Team, analysts, and Housing Complaints and Review Officer. Drive service improvement initiatives and oversee a range of transformation projects. Support the leadership, management, and delivery of Housing and Public Protection services. Act as a key member of the management team, providing strategic and operational support to the Assistant Director for Housing and Public Protection. Ensure effective performance management, service delivery, and continuous improvement across the function. Use data, insight, and analysis to support decision-making and service enhancement. About You Proven experience in a business improvement, service improvement, transformation, or operational management role. Strong leadership experience managing teams within local government, housing, public protection, regulatory services, or a similar environment. Experience delivering change programmes and driving organisational improvement. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to operate strategically while maintaining oversight of day-to-day service delivery. Experience working within complex public sector environments is highly desirable. To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
Housing & Public Protection Business Improvement Manager Windsor & Maidenhead based Interim 3 6 Months Hybrid (1 2 days on site) £39.99 Umbrella / £31.33 PAYE We are seeking an experienced manager to lead business support, performance, and transformation activity within Housing and Public Protection. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Housing and Public Protection Business Support Team, analysts, and Housing Complaints and Review Officer. Drive service improvement initiatives and oversee a range of transformation projects. Support the leadership, management, and delivery of Housing and Public Protection services. Act as a key member of the management team, providing strategic and operational support to the Assistant Director for Housing and Public Protection. Ensure effective performance management, service delivery, and continuous improvement across the function. Use data, insight, and analysis to support decision-making and service enhancement. About You Proven experience in a business improvement, service improvement, transformation, or operational management role. Strong leadership experience managing teams within local government, housing, public protection, regulatory services, or a similar environment. Experience delivering change programmes and driving organisational improvement. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to operate strategically while maintaining oversight of day-to-day service delivery. Experience working within complex public sector environments is highly desirable. To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.
Assistant Chief Executive Location: Croydon Salary: 151,848 - 157,898 Contract: Fixed Term Contract until December 2026 (with potential extension) About the Role We are seeking an exceptional and highly experienced leader to join our client as our Assistant Chief Executive. This is a critical, high-profile role at the heart of the organisation, responsible for driving transformation, supporting the council's Renewal Improvement Plan, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, financially sustainable services. As a key member of the Corporate Management Team, you will work closely with the Chief Executive, Corporate Directors and elected Members to shape the future of the borough, embedding a "One Council" approach and leading significant organisational and cultural change. Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Assistant Chief Executive will: Provide strategic leadership across a broad portfolio including: Public Health (in partnership with the Director of Public Health) Digital, ICT and cyber security Resident access and customer services Information governance (FOI, SAR, GDPR) Corporate complaints and oversight of Ombudsman/ICO liaison Communications and engagement (internal and external) Human Resources, organisational development and workforce planning Elections, Mayor's Office support, and Coroner's Service support Policy, business intelligence, performance management Programme & project management, resilience and emergency planning Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Service quality, productivity improvement and transformation Lead delivery of the Renewal Improvement Plan, ensuring robust programme management and measurable outcomes Provide high-quality professional advice to: Leader and Cabinet Scrutiny & Overview Committee Audit, Ethics and other council committees Drive the development and implementation of corporate strategies, policies and performance frameworks Lead resident-focused service transformation, enhancing digital access and customer experience Champion transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement across all services Oversee significant budgets, ensuring financial sustainability, compliance and value for money Lead and inspire a large, multi-disciplinary directorate, with direct line management of senior leaders Act as a key partner across local, regional and national networks, including London-wide bodies and voluntary sector organisations Play a critical role in emergency planning and response, including Gold command and deputising for the Chief Executive where required About You We are looking for a visionary, collaborative and values-driven leader with: Proven experience operating at senior executive level within a complex organisation (local government or similar) Previous experience working within London at CEO level A track record of delivering large-scale transformation and improvement programmes Strong political acumen and experience working with Members and governance structures Expertise across corporate services including HR, digital, communications, policy or performance Financial leadership experience, including managing large budgets and driving savings programmes Outstanding leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, influence and develop high-performing teams A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion A passion for public service and improving outcomes for residents Additional Information This role is politically restricted under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 The postholder must uphold the Nolan Principles of Public Life: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty and Leadership The role requires flexibility, including occasional evenings, weekends, and emergency response duties This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of London's most ambitious transformation programmes. You will help shape a financially stable, resident-focused council and make a lasting impact. 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 explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
Assistant Chief Executive Location: Croydon Salary: 151,848 - 157,898 Contract: Fixed Term Contract until December 2026 (with potential extension) About the Role We are seeking an exceptional and highly experienced leader to join our client as our Assistant Chief Executive. This is a critical, high-profile role at the heart of the organisation, responsible for driving transformation, supporting the council's Renewal Improvement Plan, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, financially sustainable services. As a key member of the Corporate Management Team, you will work closely with the Chief Executive, Corporate Directors and elected Members to shape the future of the borough, embedding a "One Council" approach and leading significant organisational and cultural change. Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Assistant Chief Executive will: Provide strategic leadership across a broad portfolio including: Public Health (in partnership with the Director of Public Health) Digital, ICT and cyber security Resident access and customer services Information governance (FOI, SAR, GDPR) Corporate complaints and oversight of Ombudsman/ICO liaison Communications and engagement (internal and external) Human Resources, organisational development and workforce planning Elections, Mayor's Office support, and Coroner's Service support Policy, business intelligence, performance management Programme & project management, resilience and emergency planning Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Service quality, productivity improvement and transformation Lead delivery of the Renewal Improvement Plan, ensuring robust programme management and measurable outcomes Provide high-quality professional advice to: Leader and Cabinet Scrutiny & Overview Committee Audit, Ethics and other council committees Drive the development and implementation of corporate strategies, policies and performance frameworks Lead resident-focused service transformation, enhancing digital access and customer experience Champion transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement across all services Oversee significant budgets, ensuring financial sustainability, compliance and value for money Lead and inspire a large, multi-disciplinary directorate, with direct line management of senior leaders Act as a key partner across local, regional and national networks, including London-wide bodies and voluntary sector organisations Play a critical role in emergency planning and response, including Gold command and deputising for the Chief Executive where required About You We are looking for a visionary, collaborative and values-driven leader with: Proven experience operating at senior executive level within a complex organisation (local government or similar) Previous experience working within London at CEO level A track record of delivering large-scale transformation and improvement programmes Strong political acumen and experience working with Members and governance structures Expertise across corporate services including HR, digital, communications, policy or performance Financial leadership experience, including managing large budgets and driving savings programmes Outstanding leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, influence and develop high-performing teams A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion A passion for public service and improving outcomes for residents Additional Information This role is politically restricted under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 The postholder must uphold the Nolan Principles of Public Life: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty and Leadership The role requires flexibility, including occasional evenings, weekends, and emergency response duties This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of London's most ambitious transformation programmes. You will help shape a financially stable, resident-focused council and make a lasting impact. 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 explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Assistant Director - Finance £99,174 per annum, 37 hours per week 18 months fixed term contract Cirencester/ /Coleford/Witney/ Agile Working We are looking for an exceptional finance professional who will lead our finance and shared service provision for multiple councils and stakeholders, playing a pivotal role in shaping our future at Publica in the run up to Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). You will bring extensive experience and be highly skilled in strategic and transactional finance, and shared service provision incorporating Council Tax, Business Rates and Benefits Administration across councils and third parties, which will complement the strong technical expertise already in place across the organisation, and will be committed to delivering high-quality, value-driven services that leverage the best of both public and commercial environments. You will work directly with senior leaders, elected members and Board-level stakeholders, providing strategic advice and guidance to ensure we have robust governance arrangements, drive innovation, improve performance and shape long-term strategy within a complex and evolving environment. As part of the senior leadership team, you'll be trusted to challenge thinking, bring fresh ideas and shape the future of the finance and shared service provision, as well as representing Publica, its services and operating model in the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programmes for both Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire. As we enter this period of significant change in the Public Sector, you will also need to be a leader who can bring people together, create clarity and inspire confidence during this period of transformation and opportunity. This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic influence with hands-on leadership in a role that offers both visibility and genuine career-defining experience. Some of the key areas of responsibility and projects include: Driving the continued evolution and improvement of our shared services across our partnership Leading finance systems modernisation, including ERP transformation and automation initiatives Preparing services and people for the potential impact of LGR, and representing Publica and its operating model in LGR programmes across Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire Improving service performance, efficiency and customer experience across finance and other transactional services Providing strategic advice and guidance to the Board, senior leaders, and Council Section 151 Officers Leading multidisciplinary teams across finance, revenues & benefits, treasury and transactional services Embedding a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and high performance This role offers a unique combination of strategic influence, operational leadership and transformational impact, providing an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious leader looking to shape the future of public sector services. About you We are looking for a credible, commercially minded and forward-thinking finance leader who can operate confidently within a complex environment and build strong relationships across a wide range of stakeholders. You will bring: A recognised professional accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIPFA or equivalent) Significant senior-level finance leadership experience, preferably in the public sector Experience operating at executive, board or committee level A strong track record of leading transformation, improvement and change programmes Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills The ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery A collaborative and resilient leadership style Strong commercial awareness and a focus on outcomes and continuous improvement Special conditions: Ability to travel BPSS This post designated as politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Politically restricted post holders are restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or for a person who is, or seeks to be, a candidate for election to a local authority, the House of Commons, or the European Parliament. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you: Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working JNC Chief Officer Terms and Conditions, which includes 33 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays Two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of up to 7% of your earnings Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Assistant Director - Finance £99,174 per annum, 37 hours per week 18 months fixed term contract Cirencester/ /Coleford/Witney/ Agile Working We are looking for an exceptional finance professional who will lead our finance and shared service provision for multiple councils and stakeholders, playing a pivotal role in shaping our future at Publica in the run up to Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). You will bring extensive experience and be highly skilled in strategic and transactional finance, and shared service provision incorporating Council Tax, Business Rates and Benefits Administration across councils and third parties, which will complement the strong technical expertise already in place across the organisation, and will be committed to delivering high-quality, value-driven services that leverage the best of both public and commercial environments. You will work directly with senior leaders, elected members and Board-level stakeholders, providing strategic advice and guidance to ensure we have robust governance arrangements, drive innovation, improve performance and shape long-term strategy within a complex and evolving environment. As part of the senior leadership team, you'll be trusted to challenge thinking, bring fresh ideas and shape the future of the finance and shared service provision, as well as representing Publica, its services and operating model in the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programmes for both Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire. As we enter this period of significant change in the Public Sector, you will also need to be a leader who can bring people together, create clarity and inspire confidence during this period of transformation and opportunity. This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic influence with hands-on leadership in a role that offers both visibility and genuine career-defining experience. Some of the key areas of responsibility and projects include: Driving the continued evolution and improvement of our shared services across our partnership Leading finance systems modernisation, including ERP transformation and automation initiatives Preparing services and people for the potential impact of LGR, and representing Publica and its operating model in LGR programmes across Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire Improving service performance, efficiency and customer experience across finance and other transactional services Providing strategic advice and guidance to the Board, senior leaders, and Council Section 151 Officers Leading multidisciplinary teams across finance, revenues & benefits, treasury and transactional services Embedding a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and high performance This role offers a unique combination of strategic influence, operational leadership and transformational impact, providing an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious leader looking to shape the future of public sector services. About you We are looking for a credible, commercially minded and forward-thinking finance leader who can operate confidently within a complex environment and build strong relationships across a wide range of stakeholders. You will bring: A recognised professional accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIPFA or equivalent) Significant senior-level finance leadership experience, preferably in the public sector Experience operating at executive, board or committee level A strong track record of leading transformation, improvement and change programmes Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills The ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery A collaborative and resilient leadership style Strong commercial awareness and a focus on outcomes and continuous improvement Special conditions: Ability to travel BPSS This post designated as politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Politically restricted post holders are restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or for a person who is, or seeks to be, a candidate for election to a local authority, the House of Commons, or the European Parliament. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you: Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working JNC Chief Officer Terms and Conditions, which includes 33 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays Two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of up to 7% of your earnings Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. 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We are working with a Social Housing provider, who are looking to recruit a Compliance Manager As the Compliance Manager you will be managing a team of 6 compliance surveyors and assistants, covering gas, asbestos, fire, electrical, water hygiene (legionella), and Building Safety You will lead the day-to-day management of the appointed contractors, ensuring services, repairs and improvement works are completed on time, delivering value for money and a quality service to customers. You will provide support to teams across the business to ensure that requirements in relation to active building safety is communicated and delivered, and play an integral part in delivering the building safety policies and procedures, Duties will include: Line Management of Surveyors and Coordinators Contract Management FRA Management Asbestos Management We are looking for someone who has worked in a similar role for a Registered Social Housing Provider as Housing knowledge and experience is essential Ideally you will hold a P402 or P405 qualification, along with NEBOSH Health & Safety Management or other relevant qualifications A fire safety related qualification would be advantageous but not essential If you would like more information or to apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed)
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
We are working with a Social Housing provider, who are looking to recruit a Compliance Manager As the Compliance Manager you will be managing a team of 6 compliance surveyors and assistants, covering gas, asbestos, fire, electrical, water hygiene (legionella), and Building Safety You will lead the day-to-day management of the appointed contractors, ensuring services, repairs and improvement works are completed on time, delivering value for money and a quality service to customers. You will provide support to teams across the business to ensure that requirements in relation to active building safety is communicated and delivered, and play an integral part in delivering the building safety policies and procedures, Duties will include: Line Management of Surveyors and Coordinators Contract Management FRA Management Asbestos Management We are looking for someone who has worked in a similar role for a Registered Social Housing Provider as Housing knowledge and experience is essential Ideally you will hold a P402 or P405 qualification, along with NEBOSH Health & Safety Management or other relevant qualifications A fire safety related qualification would be advantageous but not essential If you would like more information or to apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed)
We are working with a Social Housing provider, who are looking to recruit a Compliance Manager As the Compliance Manager you will be managing a team of 6 compliance surveyors and assistants, covering gas, asbestos, fire, electrical, water hygiene (legionella), and Building Safety You will lead the day-to-day management of the appointed contractors, ensuring services, repairs and improvement works are completed on time, delivering value for money and a quality service to customers. You will provide support to teams across the business to ensure that requirements in relation to active building safety is communicated and delivered, and play an integral part in delivering the building safety policies and procedures, Duties will include: Line Management of Surveyors and Coordinators Contract Management FRA Management Asbestos Management We are looking for someone who has worked in a similar role for a Registered Social Housing Provider as Housing knowledge and experience is essential Ideally you will hold a P402 or P405 qualification, along with NEBOSH Health & Safety Management or other relevant qualifications A fire safety related qualification would be advantageous but not essential If you would like more information or to apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed)
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
We are working with a Social Housing provider, who are looking to recruit a Compliance Manager As the Compliance Manager you will be managing a team of 6 compliance surveyors and assistants, covering gas, asbestos, fire, electrical, water hygiene (legionella), and Building Safety You will lead the day-to-day management of the appointed contractors, ensuring services, repairs and improvement works are completed on time, delivering value for money and a quality service to customers. You will provide support to teams across the business to ensure that requirements in relation to active building safety is communicated and delivered, and play an integral part in delivering the building safety policies and procedures, Duties will include: Line Management of Surveyors and Coordinators Contract Management FRA Management Asbestos Management We are looking for someone who has worked in a similar role for a Registered Social Housing Provider as Housing knowledge and experience is essential Ideally you will hold a P402 or P405 qualification, along with NEBOSH Health & Safety Management or other relevant qualifications A fire safety related qualification would be advantageous but not essential If you would like more information or to apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed)
Site Manager - Social Housing Planned Maintenance 60,000 - 65,000 including car allowance Notting Hill Full-Time, permanent position We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit an experienced Site Manager to deliver a Planned Maintenance and Voids refurbishment program throughout Notting Hill. This is a client facing role where you will be responsible for delivering refurbishment programs to tenanted properties, through effective management of your site team of Assistant Site Managers and Customer Service Officers. We are looking for candidates with proven experience of driving successful delivery through effective management, whilst ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times. Site Manager Duties: Controlling the overall direction and whilst maintaining financial control of the contract Work in partnership with the client and client representatives, to ensure that a high quality service delivery is actually provided Cost control and subcontractor management Implementing the short, mid and long term programmes for the various work streams Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Hand over properties on time, working to strict key performance indicators Liaison with the client and contract administrators Health and safety on the site Management and control of the site administration and staff Scheduling and procurement of materials Chair sub-contractor progress meetings Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Programming works using MS Project You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary of up to 65K including car allowance. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now!
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Site Manager - Social Housing Planned Maintenance 60,000 - 65,000 including car allowance Notting Hill Full-Time, permanent position We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit an experienced Site Manager to deliver a Planned Maintenance and Voids refurbishment program throughout Notting Hill. This is a client facing role where you will be responsible for delivering refurbishment programs to tenanted properties, through effective management of your site team of Assistant Site Managers and Customer Service Officers. We are looking for candidates with proven experience of driving successful delivery through effective management, whilst ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times. Site Manager Duties: Controlling the overall direction and whilst maintaining financial control of the contract Work in partnership with the client and client representatives, to ensure that a high quality service delivery is actually provided Cost control and subcontractor management Implementing the short, mid and long term programmes for the various work streams Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Hand over properties on time, working to strict key performance indicators Liaison with the client and contract administrators Health and safety on the site Management and control of the site administration and staff Scheduling and procurement of materials Chair sub-contractor progress meetings Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Programming works using MS Project You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary of up to 65K including car allowance. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now!
Job Title: Finance Officer Salary: £26,778 per annum (Full Time, Permanent, 35 hours) Location: Birkenhead, Wirral (Office based) Shifts: Mon-Fri, (Apply online only) We are currently recruiting for a Finance Officer to join a well known housing association at their head office in the Wirral area on a permanent, full time basis Working in their finance team, you will be expected to maintain the day to day running of the Accounts system, maintain their payroll system and also produce accurate and timely information from records. Additional Responsibilities Include: Administer payroll on the behalf of external organisations. Liaise with the HMRC regarding any tax issues and submit monthly information for the association and external organisations. Assist in the inputting of data relating to the accounts system. Reconcile the associations bank accounts on a monthly basis. Produce reports from the association s accounting system and complete the monthly management information. Produce quarterly financial reports from records to the board reports and committee. Assist the direct of finance & performance and the finance manager with day to day financial tasks and responsibilities. Requirements: Previous experience in a Finance or Accounts Assistant / Officer role. Working knowledge of financial systems. Ideally have previous experience in supporting a finance or accounts team. This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Finance Officer Salary: £26,778 per annum (Full Time, Permanent, 35 hours) Location: Birkenhead, Wirral (Office based) Shifts: Mon-Fri, (Apply online only) We are currently recruiting for a Finance Officer to join a well known housing association at their head office in the Wirral area on a permanent, full time basis Working in their finance team, you will be expected to maintain the day to day running of the Accounts system, maintain their payroll system and also produce accurate and timely information from records. Additional Responsibilities Include: Administer payroll on the behalf of external organisations. Liaise with the HMRC regarding any tax issues and submit monthly information for the association and external organisations. Assist in the inputting of data relating to the accounts system. Reconcile the associations bank accounts on a monthly basis. Produce reports from the association s accounting system and complete the monthly management information. Produce quarterly financial reports from records to the board reports and committee. Assist the direct of finance & performance and the finance manager with day to day financial tasks and responsibilities. Requirements: Previous experience in a Finance or Accounts Assistant / Officer role. Working knowledge of financial systems. Ideally have previous experience in supporting a finance or accounts team. This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.
Job Title: Finance Assistant Salary: £13.45 per hour (Full time, Temporary, 35 hours) Location: Birkenhead, Wirral (Office based) Shifts: Mon-Fri, (Apply online only) We are currently recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join a long well known housing association at their head office in the Wirral area on a temporary basis (up to approximately 8 weeks from start date.) Working in their finance team, you will be expected to maintain the day to day running of the Accounts system and the running of the Association s housing management system. Additional Responsibilities Include: Matching invoices and inputting invoices onto their in-house system. Maintain accuracy in the inputting of data in their in-house system. Manage all inbound post. Scan and save correspondence of all post received for quick retrieval. Requirements: Working knowledge of matching invoices and inputting of invoices onto a CRM or in-house system Ideally have previous experience in supporting a finance or accounts team. This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.
Jun 10, 2026
Seasonal
Job Title: Finance Assistant Salary: £13.45 per hour (Full time, Temporary, 35 hours) Location: Birkenhead, Wirral (Office based) Shifts: Mon-Fri, (Apply online only) We are currently recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join a long well known housing association at their head office in the Wirral area on a temporary basis (up to approximately 8 weeks from start date.) Working in their finance team, you will be expected to maintain the day to day running of the Accounts system and the running of the Association s housing management system. Additional Responsibilities Include: Matching invoices and inputting invoices onto their in-house system. Maintain accuracy in the inputting of data in their in-house system. Manage all inbound post. Scan and save correspondence of all post received for quick retrieval. Requirements: Working knowledge of matching invoices and inputting of invoices onto a CRM or in-house system Ideally have previous experience in supporting a finance or accounts team. This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Andover Picket Twenty, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 72 children and is designed with four bright, unique rooms that cater to the diverse needs of our little ones. We provide a range of resources and activities to pique children's curiosity and interests, caring for ages from 3 months to 5 years, making us an excellent choice for babies up to children preparing for school. Our nursery is located within a new housing development in Picket Twenty, Andover, with strong links to the local community, including visits from the local fire department and police department. Conveniently situated with excellent access to the A303 and A34, we are just a stone's throw away from Pilgrims Cross Primary School, reinforcing our commitment to community engagement. We also offer free parking for staff, ensuring easy access during drop-offs and collections. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner: Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning. Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Key Person Role: Oversee children's development, care needs, and build strong family connections. Required Qualifications: What We're Looking For Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education. Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education Skills: Good communication capable or, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities. At Busy Bees, we're committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse and you're ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education we encourage you to apply!
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Andover Picket Twenty, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 72 children and is designed with four bright, unique rooms that cater to the diverse needs of our little ones. We provide a range of resources and activities to pique children's curiosity and interests, caring for ages from 3 months to 5 years, making us an excellent choice for babies up to children preparing for school. Our nursery is located within a new housing development in Picket Twenty, Andover, with strong links to the local community, including visits from the local fire department and police department. Conveniently situated with excellent access to the A303 and A34, we are just a stone's throw away from Pilgrims Cross Primary School, reinforcing our commitment to community engagement. We also offer free parking for staff, ensuring easy access during drop-offs and collections. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner: Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning. Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Key Person Role: Oversee children's development, care needs, and build strong family connections. Required Qualifications: What We're Looking For Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education. Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education Skills: Good communication capable or, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities. At Busy Bees, we're committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse and you're ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education we encourage you to apply!
Buyer / Senior Buyer - New Homes (Fixed-Term Contract) Cannock Up to £55,000 + Car Allowance A reputable House Builder with offices located in the West Midlands are seeking a Fixed-term Buyer, will also consider a competent Assistant or even a Senior. Salary is up to £55K. There may also be a potential for this role to go permanent, dependent on the Candidate but there is business growth. Working closely with the Commercial Team you will be running live housing sites and responsible for bulk buying to contribute to the procurement of quality materials and services essential to the successful delivery of construction projects. Job Duties Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best possible terms for materials and services required for construction projects. Manage purchase orders and contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and supplier performance for reporting purposes. Work closely with project managers and site teams to forecast material requirements and ensure timely delivery to meet project schedules. Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function. Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities to mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions. Ensure all purchased materials meet quality standards and specifications in line with project requirements. Required Qualifications Valid driving licence No formal degree required; however, relevant qualifications or training in procurement, supply chain management, or construction materials are advantageous. Experience Proven experience in material buying within the new build housing sector. Demonstrable track record of managing supplier relationships and negotiating favourable terms. Knowledge and Skills Strong understanding of construction materials, their applications and quality standards. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Ability to analyse market conditions and supplier performance to inform purchasing decisions. Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office applications. Organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Buyer / Senior Buyer - New Homes (Fixed-Term Contract) Cannock Up to £55,000 + Car Allowance A reputable House Builder with offices located in the West Midlands are seeking a Fixed-term Buyer, will also consider a competent Assistant or even a Senior. Salary is up to £55K. There may also be a potential for this role to go permanent, dependent on the Candidate but there is business growth. Working closely with the Commercial Team you will be running live housing sites and responsible for bulk buying to contribute to the procurement of quality materials and services essential to the successful delivery of construction projects. Job Duties Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best possible terms for materials and services required for construction projects. Manage purchase orders and contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and supplier performance for reporting purposes. Work closely with project managers and site teams to forecast material requirements and ensure timely delivery to meet project schedules. Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function. Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities to mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions. Ensure all purchased materials meet quality standards and specifications in line with project requirements. Required Qualifications Valid driving licence No formal degree required; however, relevant qualifications or training in procurement, supply chain management, or construction materials are advantageous. Experience Proven experience in material buying within the new build housing sector. Demonstrable track record of managing supplier relationships and negotiating favourable terms. Knowledge and Skills Strong understanding of construction materials, their applications and quality standards. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Ability to analyse market conditions and supplier performance to inform purchasing decisions. Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office applications. Organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Lettings Administrator / Property Assistant (Driver Required) Hampton, Peterborough (50-mile travel radius) From 25,400 per year (depending on experience) Full UK Driving Licence Essential About the Role Progressive Lets is a growing independent lettings agency looking for a highly organised Property / Lettings Administrator to support both office operations and field-based property activity. This is an ideal role for someone with strong administrative experience who is looking to build a long-term career in the property sector. You will be trained and developed into lettings processes over time, including viewings and tenant liaison. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day administrative support to the lettings team Handle tenant and landlord enquiries via phone and email Prepare tenancy paperwork, agreements, and renewals Manage CRM records and ensure data accuracy Coordinate maintenance requests with contractors and landlords Support with property viewings and inspections when required Assist in matching applicants to available properties About You (Essential) Strong administrative experience in a professional environment Excellent communication and customer service skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Confident using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Full UK driving licence (essential) Desirable Experience in property, lettings, estate agency, or housing Experience using CRM or database systems Confident speaking with customers on the phone What We Offer Salary from 25,400 per year (depending on experience) Full training in lettings and property processes Career progression into lettings negotiator responsibilities Varied role combining office and field-based work Supportive, growing independent agency Why This Role? This is a great opportunity for someone with strong admin experience who wants to move into the property sector without needing prior lettings experience. You will be joining a growing business where you can develop your career long-term.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Lettings Administrator / Property Assistant (Driver Required) Hampton, Peterborough (50-mile travel radius) From 25,400 per year (depending on experience) Full UK Driving Licence Essential About the Role Progressive Lets is a growing independent lettings agency looking for a highly organised Property / Lettings Administrator to support both office operations and field-based property activity. This is an ideal role for someone with strong administrative experience who is looking to build a long-term career in the property sector. You will be trained and developed into lettings processes over time, including viewings and tenant liaison. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day administrative support to the lettings team Handle tenant and landlord enquiries via phone and email Prepare tenancy paperwork, agreements, and renewals Manage CRM records and ensure data accuracy Coordinate maintenance requests with contractors and landlords Support with property viewings and inspections when required Assist in matching applicants to available properties About You (Essential) Strong administrative experience in a professional environment Excellent communication and customer service skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Confident using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Full UK driving licence (essential) Desirable Experience in property, lettings, estate agency, or housing Experience using CRM or database systems Confident speaking with customers on the phone What We Offer Salary from 25,400 per year (depending on experience) Full training in lettings and property processes Career progression into lettings negotiator responsibilities Varied role combining office and field-based work Supportive, growing independent agency Why This Role? This is a great opportunity for someone with strong admin experience who wants to move into the property sector without needing prior lettings experience. You will be joining a growing business where you can develop your career long-term.
Assistant Site Manager job East Midlands £40k-£55k + car allowance + bonus with leading housebuilder Your new company You will be joining a leading national PLC house builder delivering high-quality, traditionally-built homes across the East Midlands. With active developments in locations such as Burton, Nuneaton, Nottingham and Leicester, the business continues to grow and is looking to strengthen its production team with an ambitious and driven Assistant Site Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career with a recognised and well-respected developer known for stability, structure, and long-term job security. Your new role As an Assistant Site Manager, you will support the Site Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of a busy residential development. Your responsibilities will include: Ensuring plots are built safely, to specification and to the highest quality standards Coordinating trades and subcontractors Managing site paperwork, H&S documentation, and weekly reporting Supporting customer care processes and handover preparation Upholding build programmes and identifying risks or delays Ensuring compliance with NHBC standards and building regulations You'll play a key role in delivering a smooth, efficient, and customer-focused build process. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this role, you will need: CSCS Gold, Black, or White card SMSTS First Aid at Work Experience with traditional build housing Strong communication and organisational skills Additional certificates (e.g., scaffolding awareness, fire marshal, temporary works) are advantageous What you'll get in return Competitive salary of £40,000-£55,000 Company car or £5,000 car allowance Bonus scheme worth up to 20% Opportunity to grow your career within a major PLC developer Supportive team culture and ongoing professional development What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Assistant Site Manager job East Midlands £40k-£55k + car allowance + bonus with leading housebuilder Your new company You will be joining a leading national PLC house builder delivering high-quality, traditionally-built homes across the East Midlands. With active developments in locations such as Burton, Nuneaton, Nottingham and Leicester, the business continues to grow and is looking to strengthen its production team with an ambitious and driven Assistant Site Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career with a recognised and well-respected developer known for stability, structure, and long-term job security. Your new role As an Assistant Site Manager, you will support the Site Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of a busy residential development. Your responsibilities will include: Ensuring plots are built safely, to specification and to the highest quality standards Coordinating trades and subcontractors Managing site paperwork, H&S documentation, and weekly reporting Supporting customer care processes and handover preparation Upholding build programmes and identifying risks or delays Ensuring compliance with NHBC standards and building regulations You'll play a key role in delivering a smooth, efficient, and customer-focused build process. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this role, you will need: CSCS Gold, Black, or White card SMSTS First Aid at Work Experience with traditional build housing Strong communication and organisational skills Additional certificates (e.g., scaffolding awareness, fire marshal, temporary works) are advantageous What you'll get in return Competitive salary of £40,000-£55,000 Company car or £5,000 car allowance Bonus scheme worth up to 20% Opportunity to grow your career within a major PLC developer Supportive team culture and ongoing professional development What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
A highly respected and long-established Sussex law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Residential Conveyancing Completions Assistant to join its thriving Residential Property team in Burgess Hill. You'll play a key role in ensuring transactions complete smoothly and efficiently, working closely with fee earners, clients, lenders, estate agents, housing associations, and solicitors as part of a collaborative and high-performing team. The Role: Preparing and issuing completion statements Requesting, checking, and chasing mortgage advance funds Carrying out pre-completion checks and ensuring lender requirements are met Managing completion day processes and transfer of funds Handling post-completion work including SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications Assisting with shared ownership transactions and liaising with housing associations Providing a high standard of client care throughout the transaction process About You: Previous experience within residential conveyancing Experience handling completions and post-completion matters Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a busy, deadline-driven environment Confident communication skills and a proactive approach Experience using a case management system What's on Offer: Competitive salary depending on experience Hybrid working available Genuine career progression opportunities Ongoing training and development Supportive and collaborative team culture Opportunity to join a well-established and growing firm with an excellent reputation This is an excellent opportunity for a conveyancing professional looking to take the next step within a firm that values its employees and offers long-term career growth. If you would be interested in finding out more about this role or hear about any other opportunities please reach out to Rhian Thompson at QED Legal () or alternatively click on the "APPLY" button below.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
A highly respected and long-established Sussex law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Residential Conveyancing Completions Assistant to join its thriving Residential Property team in Burgess Hill. You'll play a key role in ensuring transactions complete smoothly and efficiently, working closely with fee earners, clients, lenders, estate agents, housing associations, and solicitors as part of a collaborative and high-performing team. The Role: Preparing and issuing completion statements Requesting, checking, and chasing mortgage advance funds Carrying out pre-completion checks and ensuring lender requirements are met Managing completion day processes and transfer of funds Handling post-completion work including SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications Assisting with shared ownership transactions and liaising with housing associations Providing a high standard of client care throughout the transaction process About You: Previous experience within residential conveyancing Experience handling completions and post-completion matters Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a busy, deadline-driven environment Confident communication skills and a proactive approach Experience using a case management system What's on Offer: Competitive salary depending on experience Hybrid working available Genuine career progression opportunities Ongoing training and development Supportive and collaborative team culture Opportunity to join a well-established and growing firm with an excellent reputation This is an excellent opportunity for a conveyancing professional looking to take the next step within a firm that values its employees and offers long-term career growth. If you would be interested in finding out more about this role or hear about any other opportunities please reach out to Rhian Thompson at QED Legal () or alternatively click on the "APPLY" button below.
Economic development plays an essential part in the city's economic growth and prosperity, with key growth sectors including financial services, life sciences, fintech; creative and cultural industries; hospitality and leisure, and advanced manufacturing. Cardiff is a leading investment location among the UK Core Cities. The city is also an important tourist and visitor destination, attracting high-profile sporting, cultural and music events to support the city's economy. This is an opportunity to lead a new City Development Service within a leading public sector organisation with 15,000 employees delivering over 700 individual services to over 362,000 residents. A recent independent peer review found that Cardiff Council is a 'good and ambitious Council' with a 'can-do and optimistic' culture. About the job You will be responsible for leading a new service within the newly formed Development and Growth Directorate covering the following services: Business development; inward investment, tourism, city centre management, economic policy, culture, sport and leisure, Cardiff City Region, UK city partnerships and securing and managing external grants. What We Are Looking For From You You will be creative, experienced and accomplished manager with an appetite to explore new ways of working across boundaries and sectors to secure the best possible outcomes for Cardiff, the capital city of Wales and one of the UK's Core Cities. We want the right people with the technical skills, managerial capacity and innovation to support the Council's political leadership in the delivery of an ambitious policy agenda and the achievement of our vision of a 'Stronger, Fairer, Greener' Cardiff. You will possess excellent stakeholder management skills to foster and build credible and lasting relationships. You will have the ability to think strategically and to lead and develop complex organisational issues with ease. A confident communicator who is politically astute, you will quickly establish effective professional relationships across a range of stakeholders and partners. This post is politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended by Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009). Mae datblygu economaidd yn chwarae rhan hanfodol yn nhwf economaidd a ffyniant y ddinas, gyda sectorau twf allweddol yn cynnwys gwasanaethau ariannol, gwyddorau bywyd, technoleg ariannol; diwydiannau creadigol a diwylliannol; lletygarwch a hamdden, a gweithgynhyrchu uwch. Mae Caerdydd yn lleoliad buddsoddi blaenllaw ymhlith Dinasoedd Craidd y DU. Mae'r ddinas hefyd yn gyrchfan bwysig i dwristiaid ac ymwelwyr, gan ddenu digwyddiadau chwaraeon, diwylliannol a cherddoriaeth proffil uchel i gefnogi economi'r ddinas. Mae hwn yn gyfle i arwain Gwasanaeth Datblygu'r Ddinas newydd o fewn sefydliad sector cyhoeddus blaenllaw gyda 15,000 o weithwyr sy'n darparu dros 700 o wasanaethau unigol i dros 362,000 o drigolion. Canfu adolygiad annibynnol gan gymheiriaid yn ddiweddar fod Cyngor Caerdydd yn 'Gyngor da ac uchelgeisiol' gyda diwylliant 'cadarnhaol ac optimistaidd'. Am Y Swydd Byddwch yn gyfrifol am arwain gwasanaeth newydd o fewn y Gyfarwyddiaeth Datblygu a Thwf sydd newydd ei ffurfio sy'n cwmpasu'r gwasanaethau canlynol: Datblygu busnes; mewnfuddsoddiad, twristiaeth, rheoli canol y ddinas, polisi economaidd, diwylliant, chwaraeon a hamdden, Dinas-ranbarth Caerdydd, partneriaethau dinasoedd y DU a sicrhau a rheoli grantiau allanol. Beth Rydym Ei Eisiau Gennych Byddwch yn rheolwr creadigol, profiadol a medrus gydag awydd i ystyried ffyrdd newydd o weithio ar draws ffiniau a sectorau i sicrhau'r canlyniadau gorau posibl i Gaerdydd, prifddinas Cymru ac un o ddinasoedd craidd blaenllaw'r DU. Rydym am gael y bobl iawn sydd â'r sgiliau technegol, y gallu rheoli a'r arloesedd i gefnogi arweinyddiaeth wleidyddol y Cyngor wrth gyflawni agenda bolisi uchelgeisiol a'n gweledigaeth o fod yn 'Gryfach, Tecach, Gwyrddach'. Bydd gennych sgiliau rheoli rhanddeiliaid rhagorol i feithrin ac adeiladu perthnasoedd credadwy a pharhaol. Bydd gennych y gallu i feddwl yn strategol ac arwain a datblygu materion sefydliadol cymhleth yn rhwydd. Yn gyfathrebwr hyderus sy'n wleidyddol graff, byddwch chi'n sefydlu perthnasoedd proffesiynol effeithiol yn gyflym ar draws ystod o randdeiliaid a phartneriaid. Mae'r swydd hon wedi'i chyfyngu'n wleidyddol yn unol â Deddf Llywodraeth Leol a Thai 1989 (fel y'i diwygiwyd gan Ddeddf Democratiaeth Leol, Datblygu Economaidd ac Adeiladu 2009).
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Economic development plays an essential part in the city's economic growth and prosperity, with key growth sectors including financial services, life sciences, fintech; creative and cultural industries; hospitality and leisure, and advanced manufacturing. Cardiff is a leading investment location among the UK Core Cities. The city is also an important tourist and visitor destination, attracting high-profile sporting, cultural and music events to support the city's economy. This is an opportunity to lead a new City Development Service within a leading public sector organisation with 15,000 employees delivering over 700 individual services to over 362,000 residents. A recent independent peer review found that Cardiff Council is a 'good and ambitious Council' with a 'can-do and optimistic' culture. About the job You will be responsible for leading a new service within the newly formed Development and Growth Directorate covering the following services: Business development; inward investment, tourism, city centre management, economic policy, culture, sport and leisure, Cardiff City Region, UK city partnerships and securing and managing external grants. What We Are Looking For From You You will be creative, experienced and accomplished manager with an appetite to explore new ways of working across boundaries and sectors to secure the best possible outcomes for Cardiff, the capital city of Wales and one of the UK's Core Cities. We want the right people with the technical skills, managerial capacity and innovation to support the Council's political leadership in the delivery of an ambitious policy agenda and the achievement of our vision of a 'Stronger, Fairer, Greener' Cardiff. You will possess excellent stakeholder management skills to foster and build credible and lasting relationships. You will have the ability to think strategically and to lead and develop complex organisational issues with ease. A confident communicator who is politically astute, you will quickly establish effective professional relationships across a range of stakeholders and partners. This post is politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended by Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009). Mae datblygu economaidd yn chwarae rhan hanfodol yn nhwf economaidd a ffyniant y ddinas, gyda sectorau twf allweddol yn cynnwys gwasanaethau ariannol, gwyddorau bywyd, technoleg ariannol; diwydiannau creadigol a diwylliannol; lletygarwch a hamdden, a gweithgynhyrchu uwch. Mae Caerdydd yn lleoliad buddsoddi blaenllaw ymhlith Dinasoedd Craidd y DU. Mae'r ddinas hefyd yn gyrchfan bwysig i dwristiaid ac ymwelwyr, gan ddenu digwyddiadau chwaraeon, diwylliannol a cherddoriaeth proffil uchel i gefnogi economi'r ddinas. Mae hwn yn gyfle i arwain Gwasanaeth Datblygu'r Ddinas newydd o fewn sefydliad sector cyhoeddus blaenllaw gyda 15,000 o weithwyr sy'n darparu dros 700 o wasanaethau unigol i dros 362,000 o drigolion. Canfu adolygiad annibynnol gan gymheiriaid yn ddiweddar fod Cyngor Caerdydd yn 'Gyngor da ac uchelgeisiol' gyda diwylliant 'cadarnhaol ac optimistaidd'. Am Y Swydd Byddwch yn gyfrifol am arwain gwasanaeth newydd o fewn y Gyfarwyddiaeth Datblygu a Thwf sydd newydd ei ffurfio sy'n cwmpasu'r gwasanaethau canlynol: Datblygu busnes; mewnfuddsoddiad, twristiaeth, rheoli canol y ddinas, polisi economaidd, diwylliant, chwaraeon a hamdden, Dinas-ranbarth Caerdydd, partneriaethau dinasoedd y DU a sicrhau a rheoli grantiau allanol. Beth Rydym Ei Eisiau Gennych Byddwch yn rheolwr creadigol, profiadol a medrus gydag awydd i ystyried ffyrdd newydd o weithio ar draws ffiniau a sectorau i sicrhau'r canlyniadau gorau posibl i Gaerdydd, prifddinas Cymru ac un o ddinasoedd craidd blaenllaw'r DU. Rydym am gael y bobl iawn sydd â'r sgiliau technegol, y gallu rheoli a'r arloesedd i gefnogi arweinyddiaeth wleidyddol y Cyngor wrth gyflawni agenda bolisi uchelgeisiol a'n gweledigaeth o fod yn 'Gryfach, Tecach, Gwyrddach'. Bydd gennych sgiliau rheoli rhanddeiliaid rhagorol i feithrin ac adeiladu perthnasoedd credadwy a pharhaol. Bydd gennych y gallu i feddwl yn strategol ac arwain a datblygu materion sefydliadol cymhleth yn rhwydd. Yn gyfathrebwr hyderus sy'n wleidyddol graff, byddwch chi'n sefydlu perthnasoedd proffesiynol effeithiol yn gyflym ar draws ystod o randdeiliaid a phartneriaid. Mae'r swydd hon wedi'i chyfyngu'n wleidyddol yn unol â Deddf Llywodraeth Leol a Thai 1989 (fel y'i diwygiwyd gan Ddeddf Democratiaeth Leol, Datblygu Economaidd ac Adeiladu 2009).
Job Title: Customer Service Assistant Contract Type: Permanent Salary : £26,251.43 per annum (pro rata) Working Hours: 23.3 hours per week Working Pattern: 3-week rolling rota with a mix of early, late and weekend shifts. Typical hours are 9:00am-2:30pm, 2:30pm-8:00pm, and 9:00am-5:00pm (weekends and bank holidays) Location: Harrison Park, Hull If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description. Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates. The difference you will make as a Customer Service Assistant You will be responsible for providing a professional, customer-focused reception service within one of Riverside's extra care facilities, handling all enquiries and welcoming customers and visitors in a busy, modern housing environment. About you We are looking for someone with: • Experience of working within a housing or support environment • Good communication and conflict resolution skills • Organisational skills • Experience working with vulnerable customers Why Riverside? At Riverside, we're a housing association with a difference - enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us. Working with us, you'll enjoy: • Competitive pay & generous pension • 25 days holidays plus bank holidays (pro rata) • Investment in your learning, personal development and technology • A wide range of benefits Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside: We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview. Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Customer Service Assistant Contract Type: Permanent Salary : £26,251.43 per annum (pro rata) Working Hours: 23.3 hours per week Working Pattern: 3-week rolling rota with a mix of early, late and weekend shifts. Typical hours are 9:00am-2:30pm, 2:30pm-8:00pm, and 9:00am-5:00pm (weekends and bank holidays) Location: Harrison Park, Hull If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description. Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates. The difference you will make as a Customer Service Assistant You will be responsible for providing a professional, customer-focused reception service within one of Riverside's extra care facilities, handling all enquiries and welcoming customers and visitors in a busy, modern housing environment. About you We are looking for someone with: • Experience of working within a housing or support environment • Good communication and conflict resolution skills • Organisational skills • Experience working with vulnerable customers Why Riverside? At Riverside, we're a housing association with a difference - enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us. Working with us, you'll enjoy: • Competitive pay & generous pension • 25 days holidays plus bank holidays (pro rata) • Investment in your learning, personal development and technology • A wide range of benefits Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside: We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues. Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview. Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered
About The RoleAssistant Director - Finance £99,174 per annum, 37 hours per week18 months fixed term contractCirencester/ /Coleford/Witney/ Agile WorkingWe are looking for an exceptional finance professional who will lead our finance and shared service provision for multiple councils and stakeholders, playing a pivotal role in shaping our future at Publica in the run up to Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).You will bring extensive experience and be highly skilled in strategic and transactional finance, and shared service provision incorporating Council Tax, Business Rates and Benefits Administration across councils and third parties, which will complement the strong technical expertise already in place across the organisation, and will be committed to delivering high-quality, value-driven services that leverage the best of both public and commercial environments.You will work directly with senior leaders, elected members and Board-level stakeholders, providing strategic advice and guidance to ensure we have robust governance arrangements, drive innovation, improve performance and shape long-term strategy within a complex and evolving environment. As part of the senior leadership team, you'll be trusted to challenge thinking, bring fresh ideas and shape the future of the finance and shared service provision, as well as representing Publica, its services and operating model in the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programmes for both Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire. As we enter this period of significant change in the Public Sector, you will also need to be a leader who can bring people together, create clarity and inspire confidence during this period of transformation and opportunity.This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic influence with hands-on leadership in a role that offers both visibility and genuine career-defining experience. Some of the key areas of responsibility and projects include: Driving the continued evolution and improvement of our shared services across our partnership Leading finance systems modernisation, including ERP transformation and automation initiatives Preparing services and people for the potential impact of LGR, and representing Publica and its operating model in LGR programmes across Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire Improving service performance, efficiency and customer experience across finance and other transactional services Providing strategic advice and guidance to the Board, senior leaders, and Council Section 151 Officers Leading multidisciplinary teams across finance, revenues & benefits, treasury and transactional services Embedding a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and high performance This role offers a unique combination of strategic influence, operational leadership and transformational impact, providing an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious leader looking to shape the future of public sector services. About you We are looking for a credible, commercially minded and forward-thinking finance leader who can operate confidently within a complex environment and build strong relationships across a wide range of stakeholders. You will bring: A recognised professional accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIPFA or equivalent) Significant senior-level finance leadership experience, preferably in the public sector Experience operating at executive, board or committee level A strong track record of leading transformation, improvement and change programmes Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills The ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery A collaborative and resilient leadership style Strong commercial awareness and a focus on outcomes and continuous improvement Special conditions Ability to travel BPSS This post designated as politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Politically restricted post holders are restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or for a person who is, or seeks to be, a candidate for election to a local authority, the House of Commons, or the European Parliament. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. Proposed shortlisting dates: 15th June - 16th June SLT Interview: 22nd June (In person) Stakeholder Interview: 26th June (shortlist from the initial SLT Interviews) To find out more information about our benefits and about our organisation please click the apply button which will redirect you to our careers page where you have all the details about this role.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
About The RoleAssistant Director - Finance £99,174 per annum, 37 hours per week18 months fixed term contractCirencester/ /Coleford/Witney/ Agile WorkingWe are looking for an exceptional finance professional who will lead our finance and shared service provision for multiple councils and stakeholders, playing a pivotal role in shaping our future at Publica in the run up to Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).You will bring extensive experience and be highly skilled in strategic and transactional finance, and shared service provision incorporating Council Tax, Business Rates and Benefits Administration across councils and third parties, which will complement the strong technical expertise already in place across the organisation, and will be committed to delivering high-quality, value-driven services that leverage the best of both public and commercial environments.You will work directly with senior leaders, elected members and Board-level stakeholders, providing strategic advice and guidance to ensure we have robust governance arrangements, drive innovation, improve performance and shape long-term strategy within a complex and evolving environment. As part of the senior leadership team, you'll be trusted to challenge thinking, bring fresh ideas and shape the future of the finance and shared service provision, as well as representing Publica, its services and operating model in the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programmes for both Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire. As we enter this period of significant change in the Public Sector, you will also need to be a leader who can bring people together, create clarity and inspire confidence during this period of transformation and opportunity.This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic influence with hands-on leadership in a role that offers both visibility and genuine career-defining experience. Some of the key areas of responsibility and projects include: Driving the continued evolution and improvement of our shared services across our partnership Leading finance systems modernisation, including ERP transformation and automation initiatives Preparing services and people for the potential impact of LGR, and representing Publica and its operating model in LGR programmes across Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire Improving service performance, efficiency and customer experience across finance and other transactional services Providing strategic advice and guidance to the Board, senior leaders, and Council Section 151 Officers Leading multidisciplinary teams across finance, revenues & benefits, treasury and transactional services Embedding a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and high performance This role offers a unique combination of strategic influence, operational leadership and transformational impact, providing an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious leader looking to shape the future of public sector services. About you We are looking for a credible, commercially minded and forward-thinking finance leader who can operate confidently within a complex environment and build strong relationships across a wide range of stakeholders. You will bring: A recognised professional accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIPFA or equivalent) Significant senior-level finance leadership experience, preferably in the public sector Experience operating at executive, board or committee level A strong track record of leading transformation, improvement and change programmes Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills The ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery A collaborative and resilient leadership style Strong commercial awareness and a focus on outcomes and continuous improvement Special conditions Ability to travel BPSS This post designated as politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Politically restricted post holders are restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or for a person who is, or seeks to be, a candidate for election to a local authority, the House of Commons, or the European Parliament. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. Proposed shortlisting dates: 15th June - 16th June SLT Interview: 22nd June (In person) Stakeholder Interview: 26th June (shortlist from the initial SLT Interviews) To find out more information about our benefits and about our organisation please click the apply button which will redirect you to our careers page where you have all the details about this role.