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Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Legal - Cardiff & South Wales Salary DOE + Commission Our specialist Legal team is made up of experienced recruitment professionals and legal market specialists who truly understand the sector and the people within it. We work with a wide range of reputable law firms, from high street practices to Legal 500 and national firms - across South Wales, Bristol, South West and beyond. Due to continued growth, we're looking for a motivated and ambitious Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join our established Legal desk. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in recruitment, with full training, support, and development from an experienced team. You'll join a warm and well-established desk with access to existing clients, live roles, and a strong market reputation, giving you the perfect platform to learn, develop, and succeed. What You'll Be Doing Supporting experienced consultants with the full recruitment process. Sourcing and speaking with legal professionals across Cardiff and South Wales. Building relationships with candidates and understanding their career goals. Managing candidate interviews, feedback, and offer processes. Learning how to develop and maintain client relationships with law firms across the region. Writing adverts, headhunting talent, and using LinkedIn and recruitment tools to identify candidates. Developing your market knowledge within the Legal sector. Working towards becoming a fully-fledged 360 Recruitment Consultant. What We're Looking For Must have a legal degree or previous legal experience. Ambitious, driven, and eager to learn. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Confident speaking with professionals over the phone and via Teams. Organised and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Positive attitude with a genuine interest in building a career in recruitment. Previous sales, customer service, or office-based experience is beneficial but not essential. Why Join Us? At Yolk Recruitment, we don't just reshape recruitment, we create long-term career paths for our people. We champion the Brightest, Boldest, and Best standards of performance, ensuring every employee has the support and development needed to succeed. Culture of Excellence & Reward High achiever trips for individuals and teams. Regular team-building activities and incentives. Industry-leading salary and commission structure. Clear progression opportunities with structured development plans. Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced recruiters and leaders. Additional Benefits 1,000 annually in discounts and everyday savings. Paid employee referral scheme ( 1,500 per successful referral). Access to professional health and wellbeing support. Annual company AGM and all-expenses-paid after party. Fully expensed Christmas party. Paid Christmas shutdown. Enhanced annual leave, including bank holidays. Your birthday off - on us. If you are in the legal sector and wondering if recruitment could be for you, contact Managing Consultant- Nicole Smith for a confidential chat.

JG283 - Forklift Engineer Location: Aberdeen Salary: £30,000 - £37,500 + Overtime + Benefits Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Forklift Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance and repairs to long/short term machines and customers owned equipment. Ensuring best practice with quality and professionalism are met at all times and to maintain customer satisfaction.Our client strongly encourages applications from ex-military personnel however, all candidates will be considered. Duties and Responsibilities: Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment. Carrying out routine maintenance. Checking oil and fuel levels. Checking all related hoses and connections. Steering and brake checks. Basic electrical checks - brake lights etc. Liaising with customers regarding their individual requirements. Submit accurate parts requisition information to Head Office. Acting as the face of the company and therefore acting as a brand ambassador. Skills and Qualifications: A good mechanical engineering background is essential. Customer focused. Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required. Excellent time management skills Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written. Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable. Full UK driving licence. Location: Aberdeen Salary: £30,000 - £37,500 + Overtime + Benefits

About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals and over 600 staff based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 6th best law firm to work at in 2026. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 42% of our partnership. The team you will join Our Residential Real Estate team at Birketts is one of the largest and most diverse practices in the UK which is both award-winning and recognised at the highest level of its profession. The team work collaboratively across the Birketts' offices adopting a "one team" approach in everything they do, with client service at the heart of the practice. We have 65+ team members across six offices, with Bristol being the most recent addition. Despite being such a large team, spread across six counties, we have a unified vision and shared culture which allows our team members to thrive and achieve their goals. We have a vacancy for a forward-thinking Team Leader to join the practice with a focus on rapid expansion within the local residential real estate market. The work you will be doing You will be responsible for establishing and managing a new team with a focus on technical-excellence, outstanding client service and business development. You will be an active contributor to the core management group within the Residential Real Estate team across all offices which is responsible for team strategy and the employee experience. As the Team Lead in Bristol, you will be an active contributor to the success of the office including establishing internal connections and being an ambassador of the Birketts' culture. Responsibilities will include: To actively develop the business through existing and new connections To establish and thereafter grow the geographical team to become self-sustaining To explore new work types and opportunities for diversification To provide a vital interface between the team members and the management of the considerable overall team To be responsible for day to day management of team members at all levels including recruitment, performance management, managing staff absences and holidays, technical matters that arise on a daily basis, overall team financial and compliance management and motivating the team to perform to the highest standards To instil the Birketts' culture and brand signatures and values throughout the team To be the initial point of escalation for client feedback including effective first point of contact for complaints handling To be involved in the strategic management of the overall team and take on projects for the whole team, under the direction and leadership of the Residential Real Estate Partners To act for a range of clients from high end individuals to corporate entities on a diverse range of residential property matters To work alongside and develope relationships with high end property finders, estate agents and brokers To oversee and be responsible for the training of junior team members Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. What we are looking for The role will suit a candidate with a following and marketplace presence to be able to actively and effectively help grow the practice. Solicitor with at least eight years' PQE gained at a strong regional or City firm Recognised technical expert who provides clear, tailored advice on complex legal and commercial issues. Drives efficient time recording, profitable pricing, strong cash flow, and team gross profit delivery. Leads business development and high-profile pitches, builds a strong market presence, wins new clients, and drives cross-selling opportunities. Delivers exceptional project and client management, consistently meeting expectations through strong communication and deep client understanding. Builds trust through strong relationships, continual professional development, clear communication of vision, and championing positive change. Demonstrates strong risk management, supports junior staff, upholds Lexcel standards, and maintains high compliance and file review performance. A proven ability to meet the demands of high value conveyancing To be competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, Outlook, digital dictation and have an appetite for embracing new technologies, including AI Hybrid Working Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. This role attracts a split of 60% office days and 40% working from home days per week. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Benefits As a Birketts colleague, you will be eligible to receive a wide range of benefits: 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years continuous servicePrivate Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed)Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee)Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share)Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health InsurancePaid CSR DayEnhanced Maternity/Paternity LeaveSubsidised gym membershipElectric car scheme

About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals and over 600 staff based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 6th best law firm to work at in 2026. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 42% of our partnership. The team you will join Our Commercial Dispute Resolution (CDR) team works closely with clients to prevent disputes wherever possible; where disputes arise, we provide clear, pragmatic advice and pursue the best outcome as efficiently as the circumstances allow. We act for a broad client base, from owner-managed businesses to listed companies and multinational groups, often on matters with significant strategic or reputational impact.We routinely conduct litigation in the High Court and the Court of Appeal, as well as domestic and international arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution. The team also advises on cross-border dispute strategy, including jurisdiction and service issues, parallel proceedings, interim remedies, and the recognition and enforcement of judgments and awards. The work you will be doing We are seeking a talented Associate/Senior Associate to join our Commercial Dispute Resolution team at a leading national firm. You will work on complex, high-value disputes with both UK and international dimensions, supporting clients through strategically significant and often time-sensitive litigation, arbitration and ADR. You'll advise on disputes across a wide range of sectors (including manufacturing, technology, retail, professional services and financial services), acting for owner-managed businesses through to listed companies and multinational groups. The work includes High Court litigation and domestic and international arbitration, with a strong focus on early case assessment, dispute-avoidance strategy and delivering commercial outcomes. You will be responsible for: Managing a caseload of complex commercial disputes with appropriate supervision, taking ownership of day-to-day strategy, deadlines and deliverables. Advising on a broad range of contentious matters, including contractual and supply chain disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, professional negligence, contentious insolvency interfaces and other general commercial litigation. Drafting statements of case, witness statements, applications, instructions to counsel, and settlement/ADR documentation to a consistently high standard. Handling High Court and County Court matters, including pleadings, case management, interim applications and trial preparation. Supporting on domestic and international arbitration and other ADR processes, including mediations and without prejudice negotiations. Advising on cross-border dispute strategy where relevant, including jurisdiction and service issues, parallel proceedings, and recognition and enforcement considerations. Managing complex disclosure (including eDisclosure), working with platforms/providers as required and ensuring proportionality and compliance. Working closely with counsel and experts (including selection, briefing and review), and supporting partners on multi-party, high-value and/or reputationally sensitive disputes. Building strong client relationships, contributing to clear and pragmatic client reporting, and supporting matter budgeting and cost management. Contributing to business development and profile-raising, and supervising junior team members as appropriate (including delegation, feedback and knowledge-sharing). Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. What we are looking for A strong disputes lawyer (ideally 3+ years PQE, but flexible depending on experience) with training and/or post-qualification experience in commercial litigation and/or arbitration. Experience of running complex matters with appropriate supervision, including managing case strategy, deadlines, stakeholder expectations and competing priorities. Sound working knowledge of the CPR and litigation process, including pleadings, disclosure, witness evidence, interim applications and trial preparation. Strong drafting skills across statements of case, applications, witness statements and advice notes; confident briefing counsel and preparing instructions. Experience of (or clear aptitude for) complex disclosure/eDisclosure and managing disclosure exercises proportionately and efficiently. Commercial judgement and a solutions-focused approach, including confidence advising on risk, quantum, settlement strategy and ADR options. Excellent client-handling skills, with a commitment to responsive, high-quality service and clear communication. For Senior Associate level: experience supervising and developing junior lawyers, delegating effectively, and contributing to team know-how/training. Evidence of contributing to business development (e.g., pitches, networking, client training, publications/articles or internal profile-raising). Comfortable with practice technology, including document management, case management, time recording, eDisclosure tools, Microsoft Office and Outlook. Birketts has designed a 'Talent Management Framework' which provides a career structure that will help us develop, retain and reward talented people. As an Associate, we typically expect candidates to have between 3-6 years PQE. Any information provided in relation to PQE should be used for guidance only and will not be determinative in the recruitment decision. Applicants will be considered on their

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS (ER) ADVISOR Location: Manchester Campus, with regular travel to other UKMC campuses as required Department: HR Reporting To: HR Manager / Head of HR Working Days / Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm Job Purpose To deliver a high-quality employee relations service across UK Management College, providing expert advice and guidance on a broad range of people matters. The role will focus on managing ER cases within an education environment, ensuring compliance with UK employment law while supporting academic and professional services staff in a fast-paced, student-focused setting. The postholder will be primarily based in Manchester but will be required to travel across UKMC campuses, including Manchester, Newcastle, Derby, and Sunderland, in order to support investigations, hearings, meetings, and other employee relations matters. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations Case Management Manage a full caseload of ER matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence, safeguarding-related concerns, performance, and capability cases. Lead and support investigations, hearings, and appeals in line with college policies, procedures, and education sector standards. Ensure all casework is managed fairly, consistently, confidentially, and within appropriate timescales. Prepare clear and accurate case documentation, correspondence, reports, and outcome letters Advisory and Stakeholder Support Provide expert ER advice and guidance to academic leaders, department heads, line managers, and senior stakeholders. Coach and support managers in confidently addressing people issues in line with policy and best practice. Support decision-making by balancing legal compliance, employee wellbeing, and the operational needs of the College. Build effective working relationships across multiple campuses and departments. Education Sector Focus Apply an understanding of the education sector, including challenges related to academic staff, student-facing roles, and safeguarding considerations. Support ER matters linked to student interactions, professional conduct, attendance, and academic performance expectations. Work collaboratively with safeguarding, compliance, and wider college leadership teams where appropriate. Policy and Compliance Ensure compliance with UK employment law, safeguarding requirements, and internal college policies and procedures. Support the review, development, and continuous improvement of HR and ER policies in line with education sector best practice. Promote fair, consistent, and legally compliant people management practices across the organisation. Data and Reporting Monitor and analyse ER trends, including absence, grievances, disciplinaries, and capability matters. Produce reports, insights, and recommendations for HR leadership to support organisational improvement and risk management. Maintain accurate and confidential employee relations records. Employee Engagement and Culture Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment. Contribute to initiatives that improve staff wellbeing, engagement, and workplace culture. Support the College in fostering professional standards and positive working relationships across campuses. Key Skills and Experience Essential Proven experience in an Employee Relations or HR Advisory role within the education sector, such as a college, university, or school. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations best practice. Experience managing complex ER cases independently from start to finish. Experience supporting investigations, hearings, and formal case processes. Excellent stakeholder management skills, particularly when working with academic leaders and senior staff. Strong interpersonal, communication, influencing, and conflict resolution skills. High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality when handling sensitive matters. Ability and willingness to travel across UKMC campuses as required. Desirable CIPD Level 5 or above, or working towards it. Experience working in a multi-site or growing education organisation. Knowledge of safeguarding practices within education. Experience producing ER data, reports, and trend analysis. Personal Attributes Proactive and solution-focused. Resilient, calm, and able to manage a high-volume caseload. Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Collaborative and able to build credibility quickly with a range of stakeholders. Flexible and adaptable in supporting multiple campuses and changing priorities. Why Join UK Management College Opportunity to play a key role in shaping a positive employee relations culture within a growing education provider. Collaborative and supportive HR team environment. Exposure to a diverse and dynamic workforce across multiple campuses. Opportunity to make a visible impact across both academic and professional services functions. Additional Requirement The role is primarily based in Manchester; however, travel to other UKMC locations, including Newcastle, Derby, Sunderland, and across the three Manchester campuses, will be required in line with business and casework needs.

Head of Customer Experience and Service Innovation At CAP, we celebrate diversity and strive to build an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Global Majority/UK Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are currently underrepresented within our wider workforce. We are committed to creating an environment where every individual can thrive and feel they belong. Everything we do is rooted in our values. First and foremost, we are Christ-centred. The work that we do is guided by faith and the belief that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and God s love. We are bold in fearlessly putting that faith into action to help others and challenge injustice, while also seeking to be compassionate in the way that we want to understand others and offer them meaningful care. We are collaborative in our approach, making time to learn from others and work together to take on UK poverty. And finally, we prioritise being joyful in the face of challenges, because our faith gives us confidence that change is truly possible. Context: Our vision at CAP is to see Transformed Lives, Thriving Churches, and an End to UK Poverty. Our core purpose is to inspire and equip churches across the UK to help people out of debt and poverty, and see them become followers of Jesus. CAP is the catalyst to a church-based movement against poverty, partnering with churches across the 4 nations of the UK. Our products and services equip and inspire nearly 3000 local CAP workers and volunteers in their mission to come alongside those that are in financial crisis or vulnerability to bring practical help and the good news of Jesus CAP stands with the local church in its mission to its community. Currently these products include Debt Help, Job Clubs, Life Skills and Money Coaching and it is the development of these offerings that form the core focus of the role. These service lines have been built at different times by different people and sit quite separately. Today we have a clear view of our target client, a new set of models for how we partner with churches and so we want to architect now are the customer journeys and experiences that draw these threads together. Purpose: This role of Head of Customer Experience (CX) and Service Innovation reports to the Chief Agility Officer, and is the chief service architect of the CAP church-based movement s ecosystem. This role will lead our transition towards a modular suite of services, ensuring every interaction across our audiences are seamless, dignifying and high-impact. The role is responsible for balancing safety, regulation and theology with flexibility and innovation, enabling a national movement to grow at scale. Passion: This team is driven by a shared passion to eradicate UK poverty by equipping churches with flexible and innovative tools and resources. You will be a champion for customer experience excellence across the organisation, directly contributing to the transformation of lives and the delivery of hope. Role: Accountabilities: Team and Capability Development Capability Leadership: Recruit, manage, and mentor a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team, fostering a collaborative and mission-driven culture. Maturity of Practice: Define and establish best-in-class methodologies and quality standards for CX, service blueprinting, user research, and rapid prototyping across the Agility team, ensuring all practices align with the FCA/Safeguarding regulatory requirements. Talent and Culture: Actively drive professional development and manage skill gaps within the CX/Innovation function, creating pathways for internal growth and advocating for the retention of key talent. Cross-Functional Embedding: Work with peer Heads to embed CX and product thinking principles throughout the movement, supporting other teams to adopt a user-centric, iterative mindset. Modular Service Architecture (Design to Grow) Innovation: Deconstruct complex services into modular components. Ensure the foundation is robust and regulated (FCA/Safeguarding), while allowing churches to adapt services to their unique community context. Movement-Led CX: Focus on Partner Effort. Designing digital and physical journeys that make it significantly easier for a church to join, launch, and sustain a CAP ministry. Movement-Focused Impact: Simplifying the technology stack church partners are wrestling with. Evolving CAP s digital infrastructure from a fragmented set of tools, towards an integrated Mission Suite. Productisation of Onboarding: Partner with the wider movement to turn the onboarding process into a high-quality product that inspires and equips without lag and reduces pain points. Decentralised Content & Knowledge Strategy Community Drive Content Strategy: Shift content from centralised, high-production manuals to a dynamic, community-curated Knowledge Commons. Modular Learning: Ensure all training and coaching materials are bite-sized, searchable, and easily swappable, reflecting the diverse voices of the UK-wide movement. Impact-Led Design Embedded Insight: Work with the Head of Impact to bake measurement frameworks into service design. Ensure that impact data is a real-time byproduct of the service, not an additional task for the church. Data Completeness at Source: Work with the Head of Impact to increase the percentage of impact data points (as defined by the the impact framework) captured automatically during the natural flow of service delivery (reducing the need for manual surveys or back-office data entry). Enabling the Impact Community of Practice: Work with the Head of Impact to ensure Insight and Evidence content is accurately and efficiently captured through good design. Closing the Feedback Loop: Translating voices across Client, Church and Supporter. Working with insights from across the movement into immediate improvements. Senior Leadership Team Contributions: Be a key member of the Agility and organisation leadership team, demonstrating and living out CAP s values. Provide strategic counsel to the Chief Agility Officer and Executive Leadership Team on product-related matters. Represent CAP at industry events and conferences, establishing the organisation as a thought leader in the social impact space. Lead cross-functional initiatives to drive organisational change and improve overall operational efficiency. Play an active role as a member of the team in: Platform Democratisation: Advocate for low-code/no-code solutions that move configuration closer to the business teams, reducing technical bottlenecks and increasing the speed of test and learn. Agile Culture Lead: Coaching the wider movement in iterative mindsets, helping teams move from Risk-Aversion to Risk-Awareness. Governance: Be an active participant in governance processes, complying with the technical guardrails as defined and championing best practice. Measurable Outputs: Team Capability Index: Achieve an agreed-upon score on the internal capability maturity assessment for the CX/Innovation function Partner Effort Score (PES): A specific metric measuring "How easy was it to launch your latest CAP service?" (Target: Year-on-year reduction in perceived effort). Modular Component Adoption: The percentage of church partners using at least one component (e.g. a centre created idea) alongside traditional CAP created products and services. Partner Retention Rate: Reduction of the number of centres who leave due to system/process frustration Partner Created Content Usage Ratio: Track an increase in the percentage of church-contributed content that is verified and adopted by other churches in the movement. Onboarding Automation: The percentage of the Church Partner Journey that is self-service vs. requiring manual intervention from the Church and Client Support team. Meantime to innovation: Reducing the time it takes from idea to implementation. Innovation Roadmap: Developing an inspiring and impact focused roadmap with detailed business cases and projected impact targets, ready for philanthropic engagement Team Engagement/Retention: Maintain an average team engagement score above the organisational target and meet specific goals for voluntary staff turnover within the immediate team. Culture: Working at CAP is more than a job; it s a commitment to a community and movement. We believe that a healthy culture is the fuel for our mission. This means we prioritise spiritual rhythms in our week including dedicated time for morning prayer, worship, and team huddles. We are a 'joy-filled' office, which means we celebrate every win, from a client becoming debt-free to a colleague s personal milestone. We expect our team to be 'all in' not just in their tasks, but in contributing to a supportive, laughter-filled, and prayerful environment. CAP is a mission-driven, fast-paced, and deeply relational environment. 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If you would like to work for an organisation that demonstrates outstanding commitment to staff engagement, has gained a place on the Times Best 100 Companies to work for in the UK for the last eight consecutive years and that holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation we would love to hear from you! Please note: New starters are normally appointed at the bottom of the pay scale. A market uplift of up to £9,000 per annum (pro rata) may be available for suitably qualified candidates. At ACT, our behaviour framework shapes everything we do. We are looking for a Training Advisor who demonstrates genuine respect for every learner, communicates with openness and integrity, and brings creativity to engage learners who may have faced barriers to education. You will be motivated to inspire and empower learners to progress, while maintaining clarity in your planning, decision-making and communication. If you are resilient, adaptable and committed to making a meaningful difference through high-quality, inclusive delivery, we would love to hear from you. About the role Do you have experience in Aeronautical Engineering and enjoy helping others develop their skills? We're looking for a Training Advisor to support Apprenticeship learners across Aeronautical Engineering, helping them gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to succeed in their qualifications and careers. This is a field-based role where you'll visit learners in the workplace and deliver virtual support across England. What you'll do Deliver training, coaching and assessment to Apprenticeship learners Support learners in the workplace and virtually Develop and review Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) Track learner progress and provide feedback Manage your own caseload and diary Ensure compliance with awarding body and regulatory standards Build strong relationships with learners and employers Support safeguarding, quality and health & safety requirements When you join ACT, you'll benefit from: Generous annual leave (plus bank holidays) Annual salary reviews and progression opportunities Flexible and hybrid working options (where applicable) Healthcare cash plan and access to counselling services Pension scheme and life insurance Ongoing professional development, including funded qualifications Job shadowing opportunities to support career growth Staff recognition, wellbeing initiatives and celebration days Our Values: At ACT, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and dignity for all. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to thrive. FREDIE has been central to promoting and recognising exceptional commitment to equality and diversity. FREDIE stands for Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement, and these values are at the heart of ACT's philosophy, shaping our approach to both staff and learners. Diversity statement ACT is dedicated to fair and safe recruitment practices, ensuring equality for all applicants and staff. We do not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our questioning and collating of information are intended to help us maintain equal opportunities best practice and identify barriers to workforce equality and diversity. The information collated from you will not be used in any decision affecting you. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, please drop us an email with your requirements. What next? The advert will close 04th June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Applicants will be notified via email of application process (please check junk or spam folders). Please note: The successful candidate will be required to attend our Head Office in Cardiff for pre-employment checks and induction/training prior to starting in role. An interview process consisting of: An interview with a work-based task (for example - a micro teach, or scenario based, full details will be provided before interview). We're keen to ensure our hiring process allows you to be at your best, so if you need us to make any adjustments, please just let us know. If you have any queries about the vacancy, please feel free to contact us. Safeguarding: Our organisation is deeply committed to safeguarding the welfare of all learners and staff. We expect all employees to uphold this commitment as part of their role. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. If you're looking to join an organisation that genuinely values its people and makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. What you get in return: Excellent professional development opportunities Generous holiday package (up to 45 days per year) E-learning platform available to all staff. Annual salary increases Staff counselling sessions Mental Health First Aider Wellbeing initiatives Bi-annual performance reviews Staff Council Flexible and hybrid working (where applicable) Team building days Volunteering days Staff celebration days Length of service, birthday and yearly appreciation rewards Staff Recognition Awards Healthcare cash plan Contributory pension scheme Life assurance Our Values: At ACT, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and dignity for all. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to thrive. FREDIE stands for Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement - values that lie at the heart of everything we do at ACT. From our interactions with staff to our engagement with learners, these principles guide our approach, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Want to use your Communications and Marketing skills to help combat the crisis of homelessness? As increasing numbers of people continue to be forced into homelessness we need a passionate and talented professional who can help us grow and strenghten our loyal supporter base at a critical time for the organisation. WHO WE ARE The 999 Club is a small charity doing big things with local people facing homelessness. For over 30 years we ve been in the heart of Deptford providing warm welcomes and wraparound services ensuring those who need us are given the best chance of leaving homelessness behind for good. Our Gateway Drop-In Centre offers nutritious meals, laundry and medical facilities, showers, IT access, phone charging , a safe space to rest and a dedicated Women s Sanctury. When members feel ready, our team of expert staff are on hand to support them into suitable accommodation where possible, secure income via paid work or benefits, and provide immigration signposting for those who need it. Once housed, our Move+ programme continues to work with them to ensure they settle into new accommodation with the knowledge, skills, community and hope required to thrive in their new life. We also run The Bridge, a free six-week evening mental health course open to anyone in the community experiencing mental distress. The programme provides a practical toolkit to support long-term mental wellbeing. JOB OVERVIEW AND OBJECTIVES This role will play a vital role in advancing 999 Club s ambitious plans to enhance its status, reputation, and support among both existing and wider audiences. At this pivotal moment in the charity s history, the postholder will work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Communications and the Members Committee to co-develop and implement a bold new communications and marketing strategy. Building on a recent organisational rebrand, this role will ensure that the voices of those with lived experience remain central to the organisation s messaging and identity. A key focus will be strengthening internal and external communication, uniting our diverse membership which includes staff, clients, volunteers, trustees, and supporters while also reaching new audiences through social media, direct marketing, PR, and media outreach. A major priority will be the relaunch and expansion of the 999 Club s Membership Scheme and Patrons Programme, designed to deepen awareness and support for 999 Club across Southeast London and beyond. Underpinning these efforts, the postholder will manage the Donorfy CRM database and ensure the ongoing maintenance and development of our WordPress website. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Manage 999 Club s social media across all major platforms, creating engaging content that amplifies member voices and resonates with wider audiences. Identify and sensitively share compelling stories that inspire support, avoid clichés and reinforce 999 Club s themes of positivity, progress, and hope. Produce dynamic newsletter content that strengthens reader engagement and drives action. Work with the Head of Fundraising and Communications to eensure that all design and communications align with 999 Club s brand style, visual identity, and tone of voice. Handle press enquiries and proactively promote 999 Club s work across media channels. Grow our Patrons Programme so that it reflects 999 Club s unique and diverse character and supports strategic growth. Develop and relaunch our Membership Scheme, securing partnerships with local businesses in Lewisham and Greenwich to boost visibility and support. Maintain and manage the Donorfy database, ensuring accurate donor records, reporting, and updates. Produce regular reports, data and analytics on social media and website activity to inform strategy. Identify opportunities for promotion and outreach, and represent 999 Club at events, festivals, and meetings. Maintain and update the WordPress website, applying best practices in SEO and accessibility. Support colleagues with research, case studies, consultations, and other initiatives. Stay at the forefront of digital trends by networking, researching, and attending CPD and training. Engage with the wider sector on regional and national campaigns. PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications Desirable: Evidence of Continuing Professional Development e.g. courses, training, other or qualifications . Educated to degree level (or equivalent), preferably in design, marketing or a related field and/or a profession. Experience and knowledge Essential: Proven expertise in communications, marketing, and brand development. Strong customer service and public relations skills. High confidence with IT systems and a willingness to learn new platforms. Experience maintaining a CRM database. Experience in website design, management, and upkeep. Hands-on experience managing social media for an organisation, charity, or company. Ability to create high-quality, branded designs using Adobe and Canva. Desirable: Experience working in a community organisation or charity. Knowledge of best practices related to homelessness. Experience writing press releases and building relationships with media contacts. Experience developing and/or managing Membership or Patron schemes. Experience working with legacy media. Knowledge of digital innovation and online fundraising. Skills and personal characteristics An ability to be dynamic and to think creatively and strategically. A solutions-focused mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Excellent time management and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. A commitment to lifelong learning and your own Continuing Professional Development. A growth mindset: a willingness to challenge, be challenged and accept new ideas and ways of working. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong storytelling ability, with sensitivity to ethical considerations and a deep respect for 999 Club s themes of positivity and hope. Adept at building relationships with colleagues, service-users (members) and partner organisations. A people-centred, compassionate, and non-judgemental approach. A belief and enthusiasm for 999 Club s mission. A deep understanding of and commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Social Justice. Expectations for all 999 Club staff Adhere to 999 Club s policies and procedures at all times. Demonstrate and uphold the values of 999 Club in all interactions. Foster a positive, trauma-informed culture by modeling pro-social behavior, challenging discrimination, and promoting respect among colleagues and clients. Actively participate in briefings and team meetings, contributing ideas and solutions to support the wider team. Take initiative to address tasks or issues as they arise, including providing cover for colleagues and handling additional duties as needed. Safeguarding This post is subject to An basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Two satisfactory references. 999 Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and demonstrate this commitment. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. How to apply Please send a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Ben Latham, Head of Fundraising and Communications Equalities statement At 999 Club, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate and value individual differences and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and empowered. We particularly welcome team members with lived experience relevant to our work, as we believe this enriches our understanding and impact. We encourage applicants with disabilities to let us know about any adjustments they may need during the application and interview process. We are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment experience. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, accessible, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. First round interviews will be held on 18 June 2026 Second round interviews will be held on 25 June 2026

About the role This Lead People Partner role is a fantastic opportunity for a collaborative and progressive HR professional with experience of working proactively with senior leaders, to support our Chief Commercial Office. The role will form a strong partnership with the function's leadership teams to develop and deliver a people plan that achieves strategic business-focused solutions. In addition, a key focus of the role will be shaping and delivering organisational change as the organisation goes through a period of integration.The role holder will be responsible for coaching, guiding and challenge senior leaders, including the Executive Team, on all things People and Culture and act as a trusted partner and champion of our people vision. This role offers real variety, driving priorities such as improving leadership and management capability, progressing our inclusion and diversity ambitions and navigating through organisational change. Working closely with the wider People Team this role is responsible for ensuring that the people aspects of the Society's strategy are planned and delivered to an exceptional level. This includes working closely with other members of the People Partnering Team and coaching and mentoring our People Advisors, who they will work closely with. Being a catalyst for change and responsible for identifying areas of opportunity, within the areas you work with and more widely across the Society will be key parts of the role. It will also lead or oversee people initiatives and projects from inception through to delivery as well as tracking and monitoring the progress of initiatives and ensure projects are delivered to time, budget and aligned to our values. The role can be based in either Manchester or Coventry Head Office, but travel will be required to both locations. A team-led hybrid working arrangement is in place . Our benefits include: 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays and a holiday buy/sell scheme Annual discretionary bonus scheme Personal pension with matched contributions Life assurance (6 times annual salary) Private medical insurance Car allowance We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications About you To be successful in this role it's essential that you will have: Extensive Lead People Partner experience in a complex commercial environment Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice Experience of applying HR knowledge pragmatically to achieve business outcomes. Extensive experience of organisation design and change implementation. CIPD qualification or equivalent Project management experience Excellent stakeholder management skills and ability to influence senior stakeholders and key decision makers Desirable experience needed will be: Experience of developing policies and procedures Experience of working in a fast-paced regulated environment ideally within financial services, banking, insurance or similar. About us In 2025, Coventry Building Society purchased The Co-operative Bank. Bringing together our purpose-led building society with the UK's original ethical bank was the start of an exciting journey. Trusted by over four million people, we're a mutually owned business free from shareholders, and with our combined experience of almost 300 years, our ethics and dedication will continue to guide us. Together, we have shared values and an ethical approach towards our members, customers and colleagues. We're officially recognised as a 'Great Place to Work' and our benefits go beyond basic pay, with a discretionary bonus scheme, a culture of reward and recognition and comprehensive support for wellbeing. We're serious about equality, of race, age, faith, disability, and sexual orientation and we celebrate diversity. By working together, we know you'll build more than just a career with us. Flexibility and why it matters We understand the need for flexibility, so wherever possible, we'll consider alternative working patterns. Have a chat with us before you apply to see what the possibilities are for this role. Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer We're proud to offer an interview or assessment to every disabled applicant who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As part of the application process, disabled applicants can opt in for the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. If there are ever occasions where it is not practicable to interview all candidates that meet the essential criteria, such as when we receive a high number of applications, we commit to interviewing disabled candidates who best meet the minimum essential and desirable criteria. Feedback We are currently receiving a high number of applications for our roles and, while we review each one carefully against the advertised criteria, unfortunately we're unable to provide individual feedback. We will contact shortlisted candidates directly.

Our client, based in Ipswich, is looking for a temporary Locum Property Lawyer. The hourly rate is £75 per hour, working 37 hours per week and the role is remote. Essential: Qualified Lawyer Solicitor/Barrister or have attained Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX) qualification or a willingness to work towards those qualifications provided you have considerable experience in your relevant area of specialism. Evidence of continuing professional development. Have detailed specialist knowledge of at least one of the major areas of legal practice required, either in Property, Planning, Commercial Contracts, Litigation or Housing Disrepair. The main purpose of this job is to provide a comprehensive legal service to all members and officers of the organisation and to advise at meetings on a range of legal issues. Also to assist the Heads of Legal Services to provide timely and well managed cost effective legal services.

Lead Systems Engineer - Advanced Product Development Salary: 63,000 + comprehensive benefits package Location: Bristol area (Hybrid working - split your time between home and our advanced engineering site) Position Type: Full-time, Permanent Bring clarity to ambiguity and architect the future of high-tech machinery. We are a global leader in high-precision engineering solutions, and we are looking for a visionary Lead Systems Engineer to spearhead the deployment of best-practice systems engineering. Reporting directly to the Systems Engineering Manager, your mission will span the entire product lifecycle-from initial concept definition all the way to customer commissioning and real-world field trials. If you are a collaborative leader who excels at translating complex product visions into robust, scalable realities, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. What You Will Do Architect & Define: Translate high-level product visions into clear, concise requirements using systems engineering processes, including Use Cases, Context Diagrams, and System Architectures. Model-Based Design (MBSE): Utilize MBSE methods to develop functional, logical, and behavioral architectures to deeply understand system operations and workflows. Collaborate & Influence: Work closely with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to clarify technical work packages, manage critical trade-off studies, and swiftly resolve complex engineering bottlenecks. Lead & Mentor: Guide, coach, and inspire a growing core team of Systems Engineers at various stages of their careers, helping them develop into future engineering leaders. Evangelize Best Practices: Drive the evolution and integration of Systems Engineering processes across the wider organization, educating cross-functional teams on technical problem-solving. What You Bring to the Team We value diverse perspectives and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every single box below! Education & Credentials: A Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering (or equivalent) is essential (Master's preferred). Achievement of, or progress toward, Chartered Engineer status or an ASEP qualification is highly desirable. Proven Expertise: 5+ years of practical, hands-on experience applying best-practice Systems Engineering within a relatable, high-precision engineering industry. Regulatory Knowledge: Experience navigating regulated, compliance-driven environments (such as semiconductor equipment, aerospace, automotive, or medical devices), with a strong grasp of product safety and standards. Leadership & Influence: Exceptional negotiation and communication skills, with a proven ability to take ownership of complex situations and align cross-functional teams without direct authority. Mindset: A high-integrity, results-driven professional who sets the standard for accountability and delivers on tight milestones. What We Offer in Return Our culture is built on trust, accountability, and the belief that groundbreaking innovation is powered by people. Career Evolution: Access to lifelong learning, continuous professional development, and clear paths to senior leadership. Flexibility: A genuine hybrid working model that balances remote productivity with collaborative on-site teamwork. Well-being & Rewards: A competitive salary of 63,000, robust health and wellness perks, and an excellent corporate benefits scheme. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Advertisement: Lead Cloud Engineer Are you an innovative and experienced cloud engineer looking to make a significant impact in the public sector? Our client, a forward-thinking organisation, is seeking two dynamic Lead Cloud Engineers to spearhead the design, delivery, and optimisation of their cloud infrastructure. If you are passionate about leveraging cloud technology to enhance public services, we want to hear from you! Your Role: As a Lead Cloud Engineer, you will be at the forefront of cloud service design and delivery, ensuring secure and high-performing applications. Your key responsibilities will include: Design & Delivery: Lead the design of robust cloud infrastructures across multi-cloud platforms (AWS and Google). Innovation: Champion innovative solutions to enhance service delivery and ensure high-quality user experiences for software engineers, suppliers, and other users. Collaboration: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams and external partners to strengthen relationships and drive partnership working. Mentorship: Provide guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and technical accountability. What You Bring: To thrive in this role, you should possess: Certifications: AWS Solutions Architect and Google Professional Cloud Architect certifications (or equivalent experience). Expertise: Proficiency in cloud engineering, programming/software development, systems integration, security operations, IT infrastructure, and solution architecture. Leadership Skills: Experience in leading cloud-based service design activities and guiding teams to implement robust cloud strategies. Business Acumen: A strong understanding of organisational practices, policies, and the ability to apply knowledge to define industry standards. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain cloud policies, standards, and guidelines. Lead the migration of IT services to cloud-based infrastructures. Establish security requirements and ensure compliance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and optimise cloud performance. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Contribute to projects that enhance public services and benefit the community. Professional Growth: Enjoy opportunities for continuous learning and development. Inclusive Environment: Be a part of a diverse and equitable workplace that values all staff members. How to Apply: If you are ready to take the lead in shaping the future of cloud engineering in the public sector, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and your vision for cloud technology in public services. Join us in making a difference! Your expertise can help us deliver high-quality, inclusive services to our community. Apply today and embark on an exciting journey with our client! Deadline for Applications: 19/05/2026 Contact Information: (url removed) We can't wait to see how you can contribute to our mission! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen through Crowe Watson Recruitment, one of the UK's most respected names in accountancy practice recruitment, to join a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants based in Durham. Known for their commitment to quality and client service, this firm is seeking an accomplished Tax Director to take on a senior leadership role within their growing practice. Alongside a competitive salary, the successful candidate will benefit from flexible working arrangements, a company pension, and much more! This is a role for a tax professional who is ready to make a genuine impact. As Tax Director, you will lead and develop the firm's tax offering, working closely with partners to shape strategy, manage complex client portfolios, and drive the continued growth of the department. The firm operates across a diverse range of sectors and client types, providing a rich and varied environment in which to build on your already impressive career. With a strong culture of progression and collaboration, this is a practice that truly invests in its people at every level. Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with this forward-thinking firm on such an exciting hire. Whether your background is rooted in corporate tax, private client, or a blend of both, the firm is open to speaking with high-calibre candidates who bring leadership experience, technical depth, and a passion for client-facing work. If you are looking for a role that offers real autonomy, genuine influence, and the platform to shape a department, this could be the perfect next step in your career. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you. Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the delivery of tax advisory and compliance services across a varied and high-quality client portfolio Drive the strategic development of the tax department, playing a key role in business development, client acquisition, and team growth Mentor, coach, and develop junior and senior tax staff, fostering a high-performance culture Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted adviser on complex tax matters Collaborate with firm partners and other department heads to deliver integrated, client-focused solutions Requirements CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience, with significant post-qualification experience in a tax environment Proven experience at Director, Principal, or Senior Manager level within a tax function Strong technical knowledge across either corporate or private client tax, with the ability to advise on complex issues Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment

Head of Income and Tenancy Sustainment Maidenhead - with Flexible Working Interim Contract - Initial Duration 3 months, Immediate Start About A well-established registered provider with a clear social purpose, this organisation delivers housing and resident services across a diverse portfolio of tenures. With a strong commitment to financial inclusion and tenancy sustainment, it invests meaningfully in the wellbeing of its residents, not just their rent accounts. The income and welfare functions sit at the heart of how the organisation balances commercial resilience with genuine resident support. This role sits within the Resident Services and Community department, reporting to the Assistant Director of Housing and Resident Engagement. It leads two specialist teams covering income recovery and welfare and benefits, with indirect responsibility for around ten officer-level posts. It's a senior operational leadership position with real strategic weight, and the expectation to deputise at senior management level. The Role You'll take ownership of income collection worth circa £53m per annum, shaping the strategy, performance culture, and day-to-day delivery of both the income and welfare and benefits services. This is a role where commercial accountability and resident outcomes are genuinely intertwined. Lead the development and implementation of the Income Collection and Financial Inclusion strategies, setting targets and annual action plans Drive performance across current and former debt, service charges, recharges, and utility accounts across all tenures Oversee the Resident Support Fund (circa £150k), ensuring fair, ethical prioritisation and demonstrable value for money Monitor and report on strategic progress to the Senior Leadership Team and Board Manage the external debt collection agency contract and oversee former tenant arrears recovery Lead on complex cases, Stage 2 complaints, and regulatory and legislative compliance Collaborate across asset management, finance, lettings, and a wide range of external partners including DWP, local authorities, and specialist support services About You You're an experienced income management professional who understands that sustainable tenancies and strong collection rates aren't in conflict, they're the same goal. Proven track record in operational income management within social housing or a closely related sector Experience leading and developing specialist teams, with a strong emphasis on performance culture and staff progression Solid knowledge of welfare benefits, financial inclusion practice, and relevant housing legislation Comfortable presenting KPIs, reports, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and Board level CIH Level 4/5 diploma or equivalent housing qualification (or working towards) Confident managing competing priorities across a broad stakeholder landscape, both internal and external A collaborative, resident-focused approach that balances empathy with accountability For a confidential conversation about this position please reach out to Kieran Williams at Joshua Robert Recruitment.

Job Title: Director - Town Planning Location: Camberley Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK consultancy in the appointment of a Planning Director for its Camberley and London offices. Our client is a highly regarded multidisciplinary practice with an established reputation across planning, development economics, and design. With a collaborative and forward-thinking culture, the business advises major developers, land promoters, and housebuilders on complex and high-profile projects across England and Wales. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a senior leadership role within a growing and successful team. The Role Reporting directly to the Head of Planning, the successful candidate will play a key role in leading and delivering major projects spanning strategic planning, development management, and planning project coordination on behalf of a diverse portfolio of prestigious clients. The role will involve: Leading on complex planning projects and strategic land promotions Managing and growing key client relationships Providing commercial and planning advice to high-profile developers and stakeholders Leading, mentoring, and developing planning team members Supporting business development and contributing to the continued growth of the London office Representing the business across the wider market and professional networks Candidate Requirements The successful candidate will: Be operating at Director level within an established planning consultancy or related environment Hold MRTPI accreditation Have a minimum of 10 years' professional planning experience Demonstrate a strong track record of project delivery and client development Possess extensive knowledge of planning policy and development within the region Have proven experience managing and leading teams Be commercially minded, ambitious, and motivated to contribute to business growth Hold a full UK driving licence Benefits Competitive base salary and bonus structure Salary sacrifice pension scheme 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical insurance Cycle to work scheme Excellent career progression opportunities within a respected consultancy environment Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet suitable candidates ASAP. If you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. The Role: The ideal candidate will join a well-established national team of experienced Costs Lawyers and Costs Draftsmen, supporting the full lifecycle of the billing and recovery process for a wide range of legal sector clients. This senior position requires strong technical expertise, excellent drafting ability, and confident negotiation skills. Candidates with substantial Legal Aid experience and the ability to hit the ground running will be particularly valued. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to Manager Drafting / preparing inter partes bills of costs, costs budgets; and points of reply/dispute Drafting inter partes bills with Legal Aid element Drafting Claim1's, 1a's and VHCC/HCCP case Drafting of estimates of costs to accompany Allocation Questionnaires and Pre-Trial Checklists. Negotiations of Bills including attendance at CCMC's Overseeing the Issuing of the Notice of Commencement and associated documents Working to deadlines Attendance upon Detailed Assessment Hearing as and when necessary Providing technical / costs guidance to fee earners where required Assist junior members of the team to complete post -assessment work, with training and ad hoc queries Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly meetings ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring full compliance with file management and internal quality standards Contributing to internal training and the ongoing development of costs management processes Key Skills Required: Minimum of 3 years legal experience in Costs Law namely drafting legal aid and Inter partes bills along with clear understanding and application of the civil procedure rules relating to costs Ability to draft an IP bill of costs (preferably with some LAA experience - 3 & 6 column bills) Ability to prepare costs budgets and have experience in the same Ability to draft schedule of costs and breakdowns Ability to negotiate Ability to draft Points of Reply Ability to work on their own and within a team Ability to risk assess Ability to provide sound advice to client's Ability to set matters down for assessment Have an understanding of Part 8 procedure Advocacy would be desired but not essential Work to achievable targets Familiar with Costs Master would be useful but not essential Have good Excel skills and Microsoft skills Why Join Us: A supportive, knowledgeable team that values expertise and encourages growth Opportunities to mentor, lead, and shape best practice within the department The chance to work on high-quality, complex matters that stretch your skills Clear pathways for progression within a respected national Costs team The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies.

At OFG we believe in creating a better work life balance Job Title: Deputy Headteacher Location: Mountfield Heath School, Robertsbridge, TN32 5FA Hours: 37.5 per week Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £60,000.00 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent Term Time Only Start: January 2027 UK applicants only - no sponsorship available About the Role Mountfield Heath School is seeking a dynamic and committed Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated team in January 2027. An earlier start is desirable but will not disadvantage applicants. The Deputy Headteacher plays a central role in providing strong leadership and direction to ensure the highest standards of education, care and safeguarding across the school. Working in close partnership with the Headteacher and senior leadership team, the postholder supports the strategic development of the school while maintaining a strong operational focus. The role is integral to promoting positive outcomes for pupils through effective curriculum leadership, behaviour support, multi-disciplinary working and robust staff management. Key Responsibilities Comply fully with safeguarding procedures and principles as set out by the local safeguarding board, including participation in the assessment of referrals. Act as overall curriculum coordinator and manager across the school. Lead on the positive support of behaviour that may challenge, promoting consistent and effective practice. Work as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with education, pastoral and clinical colleagues. Monitor pupil progress and targets to ensure each individual is able to achieve planned outcomes. Work with clinical and pastoral teams to oversee Behaviour Support Plans, providing advice, support and consultation, and ensuring plans are reviewed and updated regularly. Maintain effective links with external colleagues, both within the Outcomes First Group and with partner organisations. Staff Leadership and Management Support the recruitment, training and ongoing professional development of staff. Undertake delegated management responsibilities, including supervision, annual appraisals, probation reviews, return-to-work meetings, and attendance management. Contribute to disciplinary, capability, grievance and other people management processes in accordance with company policy. Support the Headteacher through deputising and representing the school as required. Raise staff awareness of company policies, procedures and regulatory standards. Essential Criteria Relevant experience of teaching children and young people with autistic spectrum conditions and/or behaviours that challenge. Degree qualification, QTS, and relevant sector-specific qualifications. Experience of teaching children and young people with complex needs. Experience of managing and leading staff effectively. About Us At Mountfield Heath School, every day brings new challenges, opportunities, and rewards. Every member of our team plays a crucial role in shaping brighter futures for our pupils. We support autistic boys and girls aged 5-11, many of whom have additional needs. Our independent special educational needs provision currently educates 45 pupils, across a spacious site with large classrooms and dedicated outdoor learning areas. Our mission is simple: to equip every child with the skills, confidence, and knowledge they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. We aim to prepare pupils not only for school but for life beyond, encouraging them to achieve high standards in all areas of development. Located in Robertsbridge, East Sussex, the school is easily accessible from Hastings, Royal Tunbridge Wells, and surrounding areas, making this an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking school community. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including: Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits Hundreds of UK and international discounts Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .

At OFG we believe in creating a better work life balance Job Title: Deputy Headteacher Location: Mountfield Heath School, Robertsbridge, TN32 5FA Hours: 37.5 per week Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £60,000.00 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent Term Time Only Start: January 2027 UK applicants only - no sponsorship available About the Role Mountfield Heath School is seeking a dynamic and committed Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated team in January 2027. An earlier start is desirable but will not disadvantage applicants. The Deputy Headteacher plays a central role in providing strong leadership and direction to ensure the highest standards of education, care and safeguarding across the school. Working in close partnership with the Headteacher and senior leadership team, the postholder supports the strategic development of the school while maintaining a strong operational focus. The role is integral to promoting positive outcomes for pupils through effective curriculum leadership, behaviour support, multi-disciplinary working and robust staff management. Key Responsibilities Comply fully with safeguarding procedures and principles as set out by the local safeguarding board, including participation in the assessment of referrals. Act as overall curriculum coordinator and manager across the school. Lead on the positive support of behaviour that may challenge, promoting consistent and effective practice. Work as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with education, pastoral and clinical colleagues. Monitor pupil progress and targets to ensure each individual is able to achieve planned outcomes. Work with clinical and pastoral teams to oversee Behaviour Support Plans, providing advice, support and consultation, and ensuring plans are reviewed and updated regularly. Maintain effective links with external colleagues, both within the Outcomes First Group and with partner organisations. Staff Leadership and Management Support the recruitment, training and ongoing professional development of staff. Undertake delegated management responsibilities, including supervision, annual appraisals, probation reviews, return-to-work meetings, and attendance management. Contribute to disciplinary, capability, grievance and other people management processes in accordance with company policy. Support the Headteacher through deputising and representing the school as required. Raise staff awareness of company policies, procedures and regulatory standards. Essential Criteria Relevant experience of teaching children and young people with autistic spectrum conditions and/or behaviours that challenge. Degree qualification, QTS, and relevant sector-specific qualifications. Experience of teaching children and young people with complex needs. Experience of managing and leading staff effectively. About Us At Mountfield Heath School, every day brings new challenges, opportunities, and rewards. Every member of our team plays a crucial role in shaping brighter futures for our pupils. We support autistic boys and girls aged 5-11, many of whom have additional needs. Our independent special educational needs provision currently educates 45 pupils, across a spacious site with large classrooms and dedicated outdoor learning areas. Our mission is simple: to equip every child with the skills, confidence, and knowledge they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. We aim to prepare pupils not only for school but for life beyond, encouraging them to achieve high standards in all areas of development. Located in Robertsbridge, East Sussex, the school is easily accessible from Hastings, Royal Tunbridge Wells, and surrounding areas, making this an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking school community. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including: Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits Hundreds of UK and international discounts Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .