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Imperial Recruitment Group are delighted to announce that we are working a long established organisation to recruit for a Sales & Proposals Director in Sunderland on a permanent basis. LOCATION: Remote Sunderland SALARY: Competitive (Depending on Experience) HOURS: General office hours (Mon -Fri) JOB OVERVIEW: The Sales & Proposals Director provides leadership and is responsible for the sales pipeline and business development activities, along with proposal management of the bid team to ensure that the generation and active progression of opportunities is significant enough to support and achieve the booking and sales targets. The role is responsible for developing and implementing tools and processes that aid the progress of business development into new business sectors, manage sales pipeline producing accurate forecasting tools and reports for business planning, highlight and manage risk at the front end of all opportunities, generate accurate costing material that is in conjunction with other departments ensuring high throughput of enquiries and effective and efficient handover. The Sales and Proposals Director must effectively communicate the vision of the business, driving accountability, ownership, and measured performance. Translating the overarching business deliverables into clearly defined KPIs. You ll be supported with personalised on the job training, coaching, mentoring and twice-yearly development and performance reviews to help maintain & develop your contributions and competence. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Present and chair meetings with senior representatives from all customers to ensure that our offer is well received and understood, giving the company the best chances of success. Accountable for all sales negotiations and discussions with customers, ensuring that risk, commercial and contractual obligations are accounted for and that safeguard the business. Accountable for reporting weekly & monthly sales pipeline, forecasting and hot opportunities to the Managing Director, including agreed metrics, Go/Get probability, close dates, project timings, resource allocation, Cost, Cashflow, Scope, Risk. Provide sales direction for the business through detailed business development and analysis of markets to ensure sustainability. Drive best practice techniques within the sales and proposals teams. Accountable for all sales activities to ensure that the business has a healthy pipeline of opportunities supporting the financial targets set. Accountable for successfully achieving the sales and booking targets set by group. Accountable for the management, governance and reporting of monthly sales and proposals performance to the Managing Director, including agreed metrics, OTD of bids, forecast reports, pipeline status. Ensures 100% compliance and governance with business policy and procedures. Contributing to the implementation and then ongoing compliance with quality systems to ISO standards 9001, 14001 and 45001, or equivalent, including planning, preparation, and participation of external audits. Drive continuous improvement strategies with the Senior sales and proposals personnel along with other key stakeholders: process improvement, costing sheet progression, cost reductions, sales material, standardisation of conveyors. Provide effective support for the Sales and proposals team, ensuring technical and commercial support is available as required to ensure all proposals are sufficiently reviewed, approved and achievable, in line with the proposals process. Work with fellow Directors driving collaborative strategies for the group relating to standardisation of policy, process and systems and shared resources. Drive strategy for best practice across all areas of the business, providing leadership, mentoring and guidance to the management team. Develop the Sales and Proposals teams to be more commercially aware of opportunities for competitive advantages, strategic positioning, high risk potentials so that mitigation or reduction measures can be implemented. Minimum Requirements: Demonstrable experience within Material Handling, Construction or / and Structural Steel industries Degree qualified in a technical or business management discipline Experience in a technical sales management role Experience in either a technical sales or proposal management position Experience of owning sales targets, forecasting and pipeline management Critical and analytical thinker, sound decision maker, assertive Able to mentor/lead management teams effectively Experience and understanding of heavy engineering and/or material handling products/processes Strong people management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and with attention to detail Highly organised and able to prioritise workload in a multidisciplinary environment Ability to project strategy clearly, setting goals and objectives for Managers/Senior Managers Experience of presenting up to board level / senior level clients Exceptional leadership, visible, approachable, and with consistency across all business areas Adhere to the business s core values through working relationships, attitude, and behaviour Ability to travel to clients sites when necessary For more information on this opportunity please feel free to contact the retained recruitment partner Adam Pearson at Imperial Recruitment Group. Imperial Recruitment Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

Join us as a Children's Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We're proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children's services. Across our Children in Care, Family Help and Refugee teams, you'll support children, young people and families through key stages of their journey. In the Children in Care Teams, you'll support care experienced children by meeting statutory duties, helping them move from residential care into foster or post 16 placements and completing a range of assessments while working with partners to safeguard young people at risk of exploitation. Within our Family Help Teams, you'll deliver strengths based interventions and family plans that keep children safely at home. Through practical, solution focused support, you'll help families build on their strengths, overcome challenges and achieve better long term outcomes. Joining our Refugee Teams, you'll work with separated children, unaccompanied minors, care leavers and families with No Recourse to Public Funds - from arrival and initial assessments, through navigating the asylum process and moving towards independence, with a focus on family reunification. What you'll do: Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change. Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver effective, holistic support. Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a strong focus on outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice. As a Senior Social Worker, provide mentoring and practice support to colleagues, role model high standards of social work, and contribute to reflective practice and service development. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Experience working in a UK based statutory social work setting. Senior Social Workers will have significant post qualifying experience (minimum 3 years) and be comfortable mentoring colleagues and role modelling best practice. Strong relationship building and communication skills, with the ability to engage families and build trust. Confident in assessing risk, analysing information, developing effective plans, and producing clear, high quality reports. Sound understanding of safeguarding, relevant legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles. Ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively within multi agency settings. A creative, flexible, and forward thinking approach to practice. Please note: This role is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers. If you are a recent graduate, please apply through our Graduate Entry Training Scheme (GETS). Why join us? Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice. Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance. Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE 'Partner in Practice' initiative. Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work. Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval). Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Ready to take the next step? Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack on our website. Apply by email: Send your CV to with the subject line 'Social Worker HCC623824'. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation. Alternatively, apply online: Click the 'Apply' button below to complete your application on our website. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Child Protection Social Worker, Children and Families Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Family Support Social Worker, Senior Case Manager, Advanced Social Work Practitioner.

Social Work in Cornwall Make a difference - Children's Social Work in Cornwall "Senior leaders and politicians are relentless in their drive to continue to improve the lives of Cornwall's children and families" Staff's care, commitment and child focussed approach shine through when they talk about their work. This positive working environment helps to foster a culture in which an enthusiasm and commitment to do the best for children is found at all levels in the organisation." Ofsted, July 2024 The Service & Team: Social workers make a real difference to the lives of children in Cornwall. We believe that the children of Cornwall deserve the very best. We put their needs at the heart of everything we do, and we are looking for people who share our determination to improve their lives and make a brighter future. If you believe in humane, relationship-based social work with children and families we offer the opportunity to develop your social work career in an innovative and ambitious children's service in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. As part of our commitment to outstanding practice, we have put in place a comprehensive core curriculum and career and qualification pathway for our social workers to develop their knowledge and skills to deliver the most effective social work intervention with children and families. If you are committed to continuing professional development, can demonstrate learning in your practice and in improved outcomes for the children you help and protect, we will provide you with the career options and remuneration that match your expertise. We actively encourage the best practitioners to remain in front line practice and reward them for their commitment and expertise. The Consultant Social Worker role is one of two Advanced Practitioner roles in Cornwall, aligned to the Professional Capabilities Framework, and the Knowledge and Skills Statement for Practice Supervisors. The Role: We have exciting opportunities for full time Consultant Social Workers available across the County. Consultant Social Workers are experienced social workers who have developed to the level of practitioner excellence. They have developed a specialism in an area of child development, risk to children, or equivalent area of practice and share their knowledge and skills with colleagues through mentoring, coaching and informal supervision. As a leader in practice, they will act as a consultant and a resource for their specialist area across the service, as well as with partner agencies and at a national level if required. In your application and interview you will be asked to demonstrate your expert professional knowledge in an area of social work practice and your leadership skills. This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. What you'll get in return: Cornwall Council's ambition is to be an employer of choice, a high performing Council and a learning organisation. We commit to providing a reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and reward our employees. We offer a range of flexible working options to our staff. This helps provide our employees with a greater work/life balance. Whilst still ensuring that service needs are met. In recognition of the vital contribution you make, we offer an attractive package of benefits including: A competitive starting salary, equivalent to a Team Manager A generous relocation package. Welcome bonus of £4000 for qualified Social Workers who are new to social work in Cornwall and have completed their ASYE An individualised induction to meet your specific needs and learning An outstanding core curriculum to support your ongoing development with a high-quality programme of evidence-based learning and development to enhance skills and practice. An outstanding career and qualification pathway, recognised by Ofsted, which will support your progression. Support from our dedicated Practice Educators throughout your progression pathway Regular, high-quality case and reflective supervision Supportive management and leadership Support to access temporary accommodation if moving from outside of Cornwall Access to a Cornwall Council lease car 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising with length of service), plus bank holidays Flexible working opportunities, including part-time hours and homeworking A license to access Community Care Inform and Research in Practice. Payment of your Social Work England registration fees.

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant Group Financial Controller based in St Albans / Hybrid Main function of job:The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the whole firm. Working through the internal Finance team, you will be expected to secure robust financial control, provide accurate reporting and ensure that they are compliant with regulatory requirements. In this way you will help provide financial guidance to senior management with timely, high-quality insights to drive performance, profitability and sustainable growth. Financial Control and Reporting: Review the monthly management accounts, and prepare reports for partner meetings and the management committee.Manage and oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner. A key objective will be to streamline and reduce our month end close process.Ensure all reporting from their practice management software, CCH, is accurate and reconciled. Responsibility for ensuring all accounting and calculations required to maintain partner capital accounts are completed timely and accurately, as well as all necessary reporting.Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, and coordinate and manage the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Budgeting, Forecasting and Performance:Manage the annual budget process and oversee subsequent reforecasting as appropriate.Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making, including regular flash reporting and KPIs for partners.Ensure charge out rates are appropriately set and communicated across the firm. Cashflow and Working Capital:Monitor cash flow and manage working capital requirements.Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances, accurate debtor reporting, and effective processes to minimize overdue accounts.Maintain and manage their banking relationship with HSBC to ensure smooth and efficient banking operations. Compliance and Governance:Oversee client accounts in line with the ICAEW client money regulations, ensuring that all client funds are handled and recorded accurately.Oversee the preparation and review of their VAT returns, ensuring they are accurately compiled and submitted in compliance with all relevant regulations.Work closely with HR to ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time, including managing employee benefits and deductions. Ensure all payroll-related reporting and compliance requirements are met.Support tax planning and compliance for the group. Leadership and Team Management:Manage and oversee the daily operations of the finance department.On an ongoing basis, lead, mentor, and develop the internal finance team.Allocate work effectively and ensure high standards of accuracy and timeliness.Support succession planning and continuous improvement within the finance function. Systems and Process Improvement:Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls.Work with the project team looking to ensure that CCH is fit for purpose. Strategic support:Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives.Act as a trusted financial advisor to partners and senior leadership supporting the work of the COO.Support with the financial details of strategic initiatives the COO is being required to work on for the partnership.Provide financial input into business planning and decision-making with key stakeholders across the business. Key systems used:Practice Management System (CCH).SharePoint. Staffology Payroll.Microsoft Outlook.Microsoft Office Suite. Qualifications required:ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant with a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance and accounting, and at least 5 years in a leadership role. Experience required:Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Proven ability to manage and develop a team.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.High level of integrity and ethical standardsDemonstrated ability to be proactive and continuously seek out opportunities for change and improvement. 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. #

Senior Manager Marketing & Communications -£56,160 -London, W10 The Role Are you ready to lead a Marketing & Communications function that truly shapes a community? Do you have the experience to build engaging strategies while guiding a talented team to deliver real impact? As our Senior Manager Marketing & Communications , you will lead a dynamic function at the heart of Westway Trust. This is a rare opportunity to shape how a unique charity connects with its community, partners, and stakeholders. You ll take ownership of integrated marketing and communications strategies, ensuring our voice is clear, engaging and trusted. Working closely with senior colleagues, you ll bring campaigns to life, strengthen our profile and help tell the stories that matter across North Kensington. This role offers variety, purpose and the chance to see the direct impact of your work every day. If you re ready to step into a role where your work genuinely makes a difference, apply today and be part of something special. Key Responsibilities: Lead and develop the Marketing & Communications team Deliver integrated campaigns across digital, print, and media Oversee website development, social media, and online presence Build strong relationships with media and external partners Support community engagement through effective communications Manage budgets and external suppliers Produce high-quality content including reports, campaigns, and publications Provide communications support to the Executive Team The Company Westway Trust is a dynamic and forward-thinking charity located in the heart of Portobello, West London. Established as a beacon of community-driven change, the Westway Trust is rooted in the heart of North Kensington. As a Westway Trust employee, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fulfilling environment while making a meaningful difference. The Benefits Salary of £56,160 35-hour working week Opportunity to shape meaningful community impact Work with a supportive and values-driven team A varied role with creative freedom Access to a vibrant, diverse working environment Ongoing development and learning opportunities The Person To succeed as a Senior Manager Marketing & Communications , you will bring: Proven experience delivering multi-channel marketing and communications strategies Strong writing skills across a range of formats Experience managing teams and meeting deadlines Confidence working with senior stakeholders Knowledge of digital tools such as SEO, analytics, and email platforms Experience in PR and media relations A clear understanding of working with diverse communities A background in the charity or community sector would be helpful but is not essential.

Bridging London, Connecting Communities At the very heart of London, the City of London Corporation is a unique organisation with a global reputation, rich heritage and an unwavering commitment to public service. Through City Bridge Foundation-the working name of Bridge House Estates-we are the trustee of a 900 year old historic charity, responsible for maintaining five of London's most iconic Thames bridges and delivering charitable impact at scale for the benefit of Londoners as London's biggest independent charity funder. There has never been a more exciting time to join City Bridge Foundation. As Managing Director, you will provide strategic leadership to one of the UK's largest charities by asset value, acting as steward of its assets, purpose and people to deliver lasting impact now and for future generations. Reporting to the Chair of City Bridge Foundation and the Town Clerk & Chief Executive of the City of London Corporation, you will be accountable for the overall strategic direction, leadership and management of the charity. In this role, you will work closely with elected Members acting as Trustee, provide strategic advice and ensure strong charitable governance, legal compliance and effective decision making. You will have overall responsibility for the stewardship, maintenance and security of the bridges, including Tower Bridge as a globally recognised visitor attraction, as well as leadership of the Foundation's charitable funding and social investment activity. You will lead a senior leadership team and a workforce of around 160 staff, setting a clear strategic direction and fostering a positive, inclusive and high performing organisational culture. As Head of Profession for Charities across the City of London Corporation, you will also promote best practice in charitable governance and funding beyond City Bridge Foundation itself. The successful candidate will be a credible and experienced senior leader with substantial experience operating in a complex organisation and charity/non-for-profit sector or public facing body. You will bring strong knowledge of charitable governance and regulation, sound financial and commercial judgement, and the ability to build trusted relationships with Members, senior officers and external partners. A clear commitment to values led leadership, equity, diversity and inclusion is essential. City Bridge Foundation offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of London's communities and charitable landscape-while safeguarding a legacy that spans centuries. You will operate at the highest strategic level, with genuine influence, responsibility and purpose. If you are motivated by public value, complex leadership challenges and the opportunity to make a lasting difference for London, we encourage you to apply. The City of London Corporation relies on having a workforce that reflects society, so we encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds, and especially those from underrepresented groups. Our employees are expected to spend at least 60% of their time in their work setting or office. Closing date: Friday 5th June 2026, 23:59 Online Psychometrics issued: w/c 15th June 2026 Assessment Day: Monday 29th June 2026 (in person at the Guildhall) Final Interview: Thursday 2nd July 2026 (in person at the Guildhall) For more information or to apply, please click the apply button. Alternatively, please contact (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OCBF1255 if you experience any difficulties. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on . The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.

Account Manager Based: Remote, with quarterly visits to Waterlooville office and regular customer travel Reports to: Senior Business Development Manager Role Description At The EPOS Bureau, we provide specialist retail technology and integrated payment solutions to independent food retailers across the UK, with a particular focus on farm shops, butchers, delicatessens and speciality food businesses. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Account Manager to join the team and take ownership of an established customer portfolio of approximately 200 accounts. This is a relationship-led role focused on customer retention, revenue growth, customer success and payment adoption. We're looking for somebody commercially minded, highly organised and confident managing multiple priorities. You'll need to be strong administratively, comfortable with reporting and forecasting, and capable of acting as the voice of the customer internally across the wider business. This role would suit somebody who enjoys building long-term customer relationships, identifying opportunities to improve customer performance through technology, and ensuring clients continue to get maximum value from their software and payments solutions. You'll work closely with customers remotely and through regular site visits, helping them optimise their use of our solutions while identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities that support their business growth. Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain relationships across a portfolio of approximately 200 customer accounts Maintain regular communication with customers through calls, virtual meetings and site visits Identify and successfully deliver cross-sell and upsell opportunities across software, services and payments Support the migration of customers onto the ClearAccept payment gateway solution Build strong customer relationships focused on retention and long-term success Act as a trusted advisor, helping customers understand how to maximise value from the platform Develop a strong understanding of the independent food retail sector and customer challenges Capture customer feedback and act as the voice of the customer internally Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasting and pipeline reporting Produce monthly reporting and provide visibility of customer activity and opportunities Work closely with Support, Operations, Finance, Marketing and Development teams Develop strategic growth plans for key customer accounts over time Support trade shows and industry events, including occasional overnight stays Deliver an excellent level of customer service at all times Requirements Proven experience in a target-driven Account Management or Customer Success role Experience managing a large portfolio of customer accounts Strong administrative, organisational and reporting skills Excellent time management and ability to manage competing priorities effectively Experience within SaaS, EPOS, retail technology or software environments Commercially aware with the ability to identify growth opportunities Confident presenting solutions and influencing customer decision making Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first approach Calm and professional under pressure Comfortable travelling regularly to customer sites across the UK Full UK Driving Licence required Benefits 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off Life Assurance and Group Income Protection Private medical cover with cash plan Enhanced Company Pension Scheme Employee wellbeing perks including Calm app subscription Retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work scheme Volunteering days Ongoing learning and development opportunities Why Join Us? You'll be joining a growing and highly respected specialist technology business that works closely with independent retailers across the UK. This is an opportunity to play a key role in customer growth and retention while becoming a trusted partner to some of the country's most unique retail businesses. As part of the wider ClearCourse Group, you'll also benefit from the backing of a fast-growing software and payments group with excellent opportunities for long-term development and progression.

Good health is essential for people and communities to thrive; it is the foundation of a happy and prosperous society. For more than 150 years it has been our mission to improve and protect the health of the public by addressing the factors that determine it. We are recruiting to this exciting and challenging Senior Partnerships role to work with us to build meaningful relationships with organisations that align with our aims and objectives. This is a new role that will work across the RSPH to maximise our membership, education, accreditation, research and policy offers, understanding our brand and value propositions to generate new business opportunities and support income growth. It will ideally suit a proactive and enthusiastic candidate who is excited about the opportunity to join us during a period of growth and expansion for the charity. Role and responsibilities: New business development Research, identify, and secure new business and corporate partnerships, managing the end-to-end process from pitch to contract. Set up and attend new business meetings, supporting the development of tenders and proposals. Manage and track projects through existing CRM systems keeping accurate records and sharing knowledge across teams. Identify opportunities to diversify our offers, develop client relationships and maximise our value. Relationship management Lead on the development and management of agreements with partners. Act as the main point of contact for existing partners, nurturing relationships to maximise impact and income. Work across the organisation to identify opportunities to collaborate and scale our offers. Strategic planning and delivery Cultivate and manage a portfolio of corporate partners to foster long-term partnerships, focusing on delivering excellent customer service and maximising income. Regularly review our pipeline and support the team to generate new leads across membership and education. Develop partnership strategies and annual plans, ensuring alignment with the charity's goals. Monitor and evaluate new business activity and provide regular updates to key internal teams. Monitor competitor activities to identify any gaps or opportunities for funding. Marketing and systems Collaborate with the Policy and Communications teams on marketing initiatives, social media, blogs, news items, and other communications to raise the profile of our work. Work with the Membership & Educational Services team on the CRM system, enhancing our customer engagement and account management processes. About you We are look for a proactive relationship developer. You might come from charity fundraising, corporate partnerships, business development, sales, or another relationship-led income role. What matters most is your ability to build trust, communicate impact, and turn relationships into sustainable support. Experience of fundraising or sales in the public sector or charitable organisations. Experience of building strong relationships with partners, funders, and commissioners. Experience of working across all levels of seniority and across different departments. Knowledge of CRM systems such as Dynamics or Salesforce. In return we offer: 25 days annual leave Agile hybrid working structure - 9-day fortnight available Pension contributions BUPA Cash plan Cycle to Work Scheme Membership of the Royal Society for Public Health Access to public health knowledge and skills training courses and qualifications Organisational commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our employees Welcoming and friendly team of colleagues, and an active Health Champions programme RSPH values and actively strives to have a diverse and inclusive workforce in a working environment free from discrimination. Please do let us know if you require any adjustment to allow you to participate in this recruitment process. RSPH operates an agile working policy with some attendance at our London office according to business need. Interviews will be held virtually on 10th June 2026. If you are unable to attend, please indicate this on your application.

Reporting to the Head of HR, this role combines strategic partnering with hands-on leadership of the HR function. You will act as a trusted advisor to Partners and senior stakeholders while overseeing the day-to-day delivery of HR services across the firm. This is a broad and influential position spanning employee relations, trainee development, performance management, HR systems, compliance, and team leadership. It offers significant visibility and the opportunity to shape people strategy within a professional services culture where commercial awareness and credibility are key. Key Responsibilities Provide proactive HR business partnering support to designated practice groups and departments. Advise senior stakeholders on employee relations, absence management, performance issues, and organisational matters. Coach and guide HR Advisors on complex cases and people matters. Lead and develop a small HR team, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Oversee probation, appraisal, and performance review processes. Partner with business leaders to support workforce planning and learning & development initiatives. Manage trainee recruitment and development programmes, including assessment processes and qualification pathways. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and professional body processes. Maintain robust HR systems, management information, and reporting capability. Support diversity reporting, accreditation processes, and best-practice HR governance. This role will suit an HR professional who brings: Significant HR generalist or HRBP experience within a law firm or professional services environment . Strong employee relations expertise and confidence managing complex cases. Experience supporting partnership structures and senior stakeholders. Commercial awareness and the ability to balance business needs with HR best practice. Experience overseeing trainee or early careers development (highly desirable). Strong organisational capability with attention to detail and process integrity. CIPD Level 7 qualification (or working towards). A collaborative, pragmatic and solutions-focused approach. This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal HR professional seeking a permanent leadership role with breadth, autonomy and influence. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, contribute to long-term people strategy, and lead a capable HR team in a professional services firm where HR is valued as a strategic partner to the business.

Guildhall School of Music & Drama is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors, and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as the top conservatoire in the Guardian University Guide music league table, we deliver world-class professional training in partnership with distinguished artists, companies, and ensembles. A global leader in creative and professional practice, we promote innovation, experiment, and research, and are also one of the UK's leading providers of lifelong learning in the performing arts, offering inspiring training for children, young people, adult learners, and creative and business professionals. We are looking for an experienced and confident HR Advisor to join our team. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, this role provides professional advice and support to managers and employees across designated departments, including both academic staff and professional services. Working collaboratively with HR colleagues, you will play a key role in delivering a comprehensive and effective HR service. As a generalist HR Advisor, you will offer accurate guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practice, covering areas such as recruitment, contract changes, sickness absence management, employee relations, performance management, and HR administration. The successful candidate will be an experienced HR professional with proven advisory-level expertise, capable of delivering pragmatic advice on HR policies, employee relations, sickness management, and contract variations. You will have a strong track record in managing recruitment campaigns, including senior-level appointments, and in guiding managers through interviews and selection processes. Highly organised and solution-focused, you will demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion, with in-depth knowledge of employment legislation and best practice, ideally supported by a CIPD qualification. Experience within Higher Education or the Arts sector, with a clear understanding of the HR issues specific to these environments, is essential. This role is eligible for hybrid working. We offer a great benefits package including a generous pension scheme (Local Government Pensions Scheme) and many opportunities to attend performances at the Guildhall School. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 1st June 2026. Interviews will take place during the week commencing 8th June 2026. All applications must include a completed application form. Please note that late applications will not be accepted. Guildhall School welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to encourage interest from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds who are currently under-represented at Guildhall School. In recognising the positive value of diversity, we want to better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We are members of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who would like to be considered under this scheme and who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities - if you have a disability and need help with the application process please contact us. The Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment. The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced HR Business Partner to join our Human Resources & Organisational Development team on a temporary basis for up to 6 months to help with work capacity. You will play a crucial role in providing professional advice and managing complex individual casework, with a primary focus on disciplinary and resolution complaint investigations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a collaborative HR environment and support vital services within Bridgend County Borough Council. Job Title: HR Business Partner (Corporate & Schools) Location: Bridgend County Borough (Hybrid: mix of home and office base) Working Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Temporary (Up to 6 months, starting as soon as possible) Pay Rate: £21.14 per hour What you'll be doing: Casework & Investigations: You will focus primarily on conducting and managing complex investigations, specifically handling disciplinary and resolution complaints. You will be accountable for providing lead support and professional advice on a range of individual casework issues. Advisory Support: You will provide front-line advisory and coaching support to managers and headteachers regarding the optimisation of employee performance, attendance, engagement, and the effective application of HR policy. Employee Relations: You will work in partnership to promote effective and harmonious employee relations across the Authority. This involves building effective relationships and liaising with trade unions, ACAS, solicitors, and other professional bodies. Meeting Support: You will attend statutory procedural meetings as the HR lead, providing key advice and guidance to contribute towards the decision-making process. What we're looking for: You must be Chartered CIPD qualified or able to demonstrate competence through considerable equivalent experience within a challenging HR environment. A strong background in managing complex casework, particularly conducting HR investigations and handling issues related to discipline, grievance, and capability. A detailed knowledge of employment law, its application, and a proven track record of varied employee relations practices. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with a range of staff, senior officers, elected members, governors, and trade unions to resolve sensitive HR issues. The ability to prioritise and manage your own workload effectively to meet strict deadlines, particularly in respect of case management. You must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle, as you will be required to attend in-person meetings across Bridgend County Borough. What we offer: Flexible Working: A balanced working arrangement featuring a mix of home and office-based work. Impactful Work: The opportunity to promote proactive and preventative work programmes to reduce workforce conflict and support the Council's evolving People Management Strategy. Ready to take the next step in your career? If you are a motivated HR professional with a desire to make an immediate impact within a local authority setting, we want to hear from you! Please apply directly to this advert with your CV or call and ask for Akhil ! Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Regional Partnerships Fundraiser (Corporate) Location: You can be home-based within the South West or from a hospice (regular regional travel required) Salary: £34,133 - £40,075 per annum Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week About the Role As Regional Partnerships Fundraiser, you will be responsible for recruiting, stewarding and growing region-wide and national corporate partnerships, working closely with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and hospice teams. You will: Drive new corporate partnerships through proactive prospecting, pitching and relationship management Lead on regional corporate campaigns and initiatives, maximising income and engagement Act as the key point of contact for partnerships spanning all three hospice sites Manage involvement in Together for Short Lives (TFSL) national partnerships, ensuring compliance and effective internal delivery Coordinate and grow the Business Club, developing a compelling annual events programme Develop and manage corporate sponsorship, CRM and CPA agreements in line with legislation and best practice Contribute to, and deliver against, the fundraising strategy for regional corporate income About You Experience in fundraising, sales or marketing with a proven track record of meeting income targets Strong experience building and managing external relationships Excellent communication and presentation skills Ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet deadlines Confident user of Microsoft Office and CRM systems Desirable: Experience in charity or not-for-profit fundraising Knowledge of corporate fundraising regulations (e.g. CRM, CPA) Fundraising qualification (e.g. Certificate in Fundraising) Additional Requirements Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Willingness to travel across the South West, with occasional UK travel Flexible approach to working hours, including some evenings and weekends What They Offer Our client value their people and are proud to offer a supportive, inclusive working environment, along with: 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), increasing with service Enhanced sick pay (up to 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay) Personal pension scheme with 7% employer contribution Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity and adoption pay Occupational health, wellbeing and counselling services Employee Assistance Programme Group life insurance Training and development opportunities Strong environmental and green agenda A genuine chance to make a real and lasting difference How to Apply Please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role. Closing date: 21st May 2026 Anticipated Initial Interview (online) : 3rd or 4th June 2026 Please note: they reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community. You may have experience of the following: Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Business Development Manager (Charity Sector), Corporate Relationship Manager, Head of Corporate Partnerships, Senior Corporate Fundraiser, Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager, Commercial Fundraising Manager, Corporate Engagement Manager. REF-

Position: Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding (UK Remote) Location: reporting into London branch - fully remote role Hours: Monday to Friday 27.5 per week Salary Range - 50,000 - 90,000 (DOE) We're partnering with a highly successful, employee-owned freight forwarding group that is looking to appoint a commercially driven Business Development Manager to help expand their international customer base. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a hungry, winning mindset who is focused on building and growing long-term customer relationships, with full autonomy and genuine ownership potential. Employee-Owned / Partner Opportunity This is not a standard sales role. After a 6-month settling-in period , and once successful in the role, you will transition into a Partner of the business At this point, you will become a share owner within the employee-owned structure You will also qualify for an annual dividend payout based on company performance This is a genuine long-term opportunity to build equity and share in the success of the business . The Package Salary: Fully negotiable rangin from 50,000 - 90,000 per annum (DOE) Strong commission structure: 20% on new business for the first year of each account 5% lifetime commission on retained accounts The Role You will be responsible for winning and developing new business across air, sea, and road freight , with a strong emphasis on: US trade lanes (key growth market) International air freight Multi-modal global logistics solutions International Supply Chain A key part of the role will be to develop and grow customer accounts , driving sustainable GP and long-term commercial value. Location & Flexibility Fully remote - UK based anywhere Complete autonomy over how you manage your accounts and territory Reporting into a senior sales leader based in LHR What We're Looking For Strong background in freight forwarding (air, sea, or road) Proven ability to win and grow new business accounts Commercial mindset with a focus on GP generation WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Position: Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding (UK Remote) Location: reporting into London branch - fully remote role Hours: Monday to Friday 27.5 per week Salary Range - 50,000 - 90,000 (DOE) We're partnering with a highly successful, employee-owned freight forwarding group that is looking to appoint a commercially driven Business Development Manager to help expand their international customer base. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a hungry, winning mindset who is focused on building and growing long-term customer relationships, with full autonomy and genuine ownership potential. Employee-Owned / Partner Opportunity This is not a standard sales role. After a 6-month settling-in period , and once successful in the role, you will transition into a Partner of the business At this point, you will become a share owner within the employee-owned structure You will also qualify for an annual dividend payout based on company performance This is a genuine long-term opportunity to build equity and share in the success of the business . The Package Salary: Fully negotiable rangin from 50,000 - 90,000 per annum (DOE) Strong commission structure: 20% on new business for the first year of each account 5% lifetime commission on retained accounts The Role You will be responsible for winning and developing new business across air, sea, and road freight , with a strong emphasis on: US trade lanes (key growth market) International air freight Multi-modal global logistics solutions International Supply Chain A key part of the role will be to develop and grow customer accounts , driving sustainable GP and long-term commercial value. Location & Flexibility Fully remote - UK based anywhere Complete autonomy over how you manage your accounts and territory Reporting into a senior sales leader based in LHR What We're Looking For Strong background in freight forwarding (air, sea, or road) Proven ability to win and grow new business accounts Commercial mindset with a focus on GP generation WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Position: Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding (UK Remote) Location: reporting into London branch - fully remote role Hours: Monday to Friday 27.5 per week Salary Range - 50,000 - 90,000 (DOE) We're partnering with a highly successful, employee-owned freight forwarding group that is looking to appoint a commercially driven Business Development Manager to help expand their international customer base. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a hungry, winning mindset who is focused on building and growing long-term customer relationships, with full autonomy and genuine ownership potential. Employee-Owned / Partner Opportunity This is not a standard sales role. After a 6-month settling-in period , and once successful in the role, you will transition into a Partner of the business At this point, you will become a share owner within the employee-owned structure You will also qualify for an annual dividend payout based on company performance This is a genuine long-term opportunity to build equity and share in the success of the business . The Package Salary: Fully negotiable rangin from 50,000 - 90,000 per annum (DOE) Strong commission structure: 20% on new business for the first year of each account 5% lifetime commission on retained accounts The Role You will be responsible for winning and developing new business across air, sea, and road freight , with a strong emphasis on: US trade lanes (key growth market) International air freight Multi-modal global logistics solutions International Supply Chain A key part of the role will be to develop and grow customer accounts , driving sustainable GP and long-term commercial value. Location & Flexibility Fully remote - UK based anywhere Complete autonomy over how you manage your accounts and territory Reporting into a senior sales leader based in LHR What We're Looking For Strong background in freight forwarding (air, sea, or road) Proven ability to win and grow new business accounts Commercial mindset with a focus on GP generation WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Position: Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding (UK Remote) Location: reporting into London branch - fully remote role Hours: Monday to Friday 27.5 per week Salary Range - 50,000 - 90,000 (DOE) We're partnering with a highly successful, employee-owned freight forwarding group that is looking to appoint a commercially driven Business Development Manager to help expand their international customer base. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a hungry, winning mindset who is focused on building and growing long-term customer relationships, with full autonomy and genuine ownership potential. Employee-Owned / Partner Opportunity This is not a standard sales role. After a 6-month settling-in period , and once successful in the role, you will transition into a Partner of the business At this point, you will become a share owner within the employee-owned structure You will also qualify for an annual dividend payout based on company performance This is a genuine long-term opportunity to build equity and share in the success of the business . The Package Salary: Fully negotiable rangin from 50,000 - 90,000 per annum (DOE) Strong commission structure: 20% on new business for the first year of each account 5% lifetime commission on retained accounts The Role You will be responsible for winning and developing new business across air, sea, and road freight , with a strong emphasis on: US trade lanes (key growth market) International air freight Multi-modal global logistics solutions International Supply Chain A key part of the role will be to develop and grow customer accounts , driving sustainable GP and long-term commercial value. Location & Flexibility Fully remote - UK based anywhere Complete autonomy over how you manage your accounts and territory Reporting into a senior sales leader based in LHR What We're Looking For Strong background in freight forwarding (air, sea, or road) Proven ability to win and grow new business accounts Commercial mindset with a focus on GP generation WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Nottingham City Centre (On-site) £35,000 - £40,000 P/A with excellent benefits Permanent This is a genuinely pivotal role within a high-performing and supportive HR team at the heart of a vibrant, fast-paced education environment. As HR Advisor , you will be the go-to expert for employee relations , providing trusted, pragmatic advice to managers while ensuring a consistent, high-quality HR service across a diverse workforce of over 300 staff, with an even wider community including volunteers, coaches, and governors. This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days look the same. From complex casework to coaching leaders, shaping policy, and contributing to engagement initiatives, you will play a key part in driving a positive, compliant and people-focused culture. What You Will Be Doing Employee Relations and Advisory Managing a varied employee relations caseload including long-term absence, disciplinaries, grievances, flexible working and performance matters Providing clear, consistent advice in line with employment law and best practice Supporting sensitive and complex cases with professionalism and integrity Coaching and Stakeholder Support Building strong relationships with line managers across the organisation Coaching and empowering leaders to confidently manage people issues Supporting senior recruitment processes, including panel interviews Policy and Compliance Owning and developing HR policies, ensuring they remain compliant and up to date Supporting safeguarding-related policies and compliance requirements Playing a key role in maintaining robust HR standards across all staff and associated groups People Experience and Engagement Supporting employee engagement initiatives, including the annual staff survey Helping to shape a positive and inclusive working environment Overseeing employee benefits and contributing ideas to enhance the employee experience HR Operations and Data Maintaining accurate HR records and supporting payroll changes Producing meaningful HR data and insights to inform decision-making Supporting recruitment activities where needed What We Are Looking For CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent Proven experience managing end-to-end employee relations casework Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice Confident communicator with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Comfortable working in a structured, compliance-focused environment Experience in education is not essential. Adaptability and willingness to work within a regulated, safeguarding-driven setting is key. What's in it for you: This is an opportunity to make a real impact in a purpose-driven environment, where your work directly supports people and the wider community. Benefits include Onsite gym and swimming pool High-quality school meals during term time Private healthcare Death in service three times salary 24 days holiday plus 5 days at Christmas plus 1 additional day and bank holidays The Environment You will be joining a supportive HR team with exposure to a wide range of people challenges, from day-to-day advisory work to complex case management. With a workforce spanning teaching staff, operational teams and a wider network of contributors, this role offers both breadth and depth. Interested? If you are an experienced HR professional who thrives in a busy, people-focused environment and enjoys making a tangible difference, we would love to hear from you, apply today. Other roles you may have applied for: HR Advisor , HR Business Partner , HR BP , HR Manager , Human Resources Advisor , ER Advisor

Your new company Join a highly successful Top10 firm of accountants and business service providers, the winners of several prestigious awards and experiencing dramatic growth. As a Corporate Tax Compliance Senior Manager/Director based in their Midlands region, you can lead your own team and achieve more success together. Be more than just another team member as you help and support your team and the firm continue with their success and growth. Your new role In this role, you will be overseeing a portfolio of exciting and very key corporate clients, supporting them with the compliance processes, and building strong relationships, while supporting Tax Partners in delivering high-end services to both existing and new clients. This is a great opportunity to be involved in tax due diligence work and corporate transactions work. Be involved in appraisals, coaching, and supporting development of employees and build an even more successful team. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of tax compliance, and the ability to carry out research into some complex areas of legislation as required. The firm is ideally looking for someone CTA/ACA qualified, or qualified by experience, who can demonstrate strong knowledge of corporate or mixed tax. You will be able to lead and support a team and achieve great things with them. What you'll get in return The firm has a number of incentive schemes to make use from, while also offering a very competitive salary, and life assurance for all employees. Valuing the importance of a healthy work-life balance and the time spent with family, make use of the flexible working opportunities along with hybrid working options. Make use of the learning and development opportunities and study support to further your knowledge and enjoy the genuine progression options. 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 on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Chief Officer Location: Cambourne, Cambridge, CB23 6GW Salary: £48,226 - £55,632 (SCP 37-43) plus Local Government Pension Scheme Contract: Permanent , 37 hours per week (with some evening and weekend work). Help Guide Cambourne's Next Chapter Cambourne is a young, fast growing and highly active town, now moving into a new phase of maturity. As the community expands and expectations rise, the Council is strengthening its governance, modernising how it works and preparing for the next stage of growth. This creates a rare and rewarding opportunity for someone who understands governance, enjoys working with people and can bring steady, practical leadership to help shape a council - and a town - at an important moment in its development. A role with real influence and variety As their Chief Officer, you'll be the Council's senior adviser, organisational lead and the person who ensures they operate with professionalism, transparency and confidence. You'll work closely with councillors, staff, partners and residents to keep services running smoothly, support good decision making and help the Council respond to the needs of a growing, diverse community. This is a role for someone who enjoys breadth: one day you may be supporting councillors on governance or policy, the next working with staff on service delivery, meeting with partners about local infrastructure, or helping shape projects that improve community facilities and public spaces. What they're looking for We're not expecting you to have done everything, but you will bring experience of working in a governance led or regulated environment, with confidence and experience of supporting committees or boards, and providing clear, well reasoned advice. You'll be confident managing people, juggling competing priorities and working with partners across the public, voluntary or community sectors. You'll understand the importance of good governance, sound financial awareness, strong relationships and clear communication. Above all, you'll be someone who is calm, organised, politically aware and motivated by public service. Holding a Certificate in Local Council Administration or Certificate of Higher Education in Community Governance is desirable, but if you don't have it yet, they'll support you to achieve it. Why the Council? Cambourne is one of South Cambridgeshire's most dynamic places, young, diverse, energetic and full of community life. You'll join a committed team, a supportive council and a community that values its services, facilities and public spaces. This is a role where your leadership will be visible, meaningful and genuinely appreciated Why the Town Council? They provide membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, free car park and support for professional development. Most importantly, you will join a committed organisation with a strong sense of community pride and the opportunity to make meaningful impact. How to apply Please click apply for a candidate information pack and application form. Closing date for applications : 5pm, Friday 29 th May 2026 Interviews: First Stage w/c15th June 2026 Second Stage w/c 22 nd June 2026

We have opportunities for Senior Social Workers to join our Family Safeguarding Teams based across East Surrey covering the Reigate and Weybridge areas and West Surrey covering the Woking and Guildford areas. The salary range for Senior Social Workers is £52,884 - £56,175 per annum . This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You: A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker About Surrey Our Surrey Children's Services are actively working towards becoming a high-performing local authority, evidenced by the fact we are now starting to realise the positive impacts of the Family Safeguarding practice model in action with reductions in the number of children subject to child protection plans. We are working hard to sustain and develop our progress and this is driven by the efforts of every member of our social care workforce from our business support and family support workers to our frontline practitioners through to leadership- all working together to create and sustain the right conditions for a positive culture and well-supported workforce equipped to deliver consistent and good quality social work practice for our children and families. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights that our social workers are "skilled at building relationships with children who are subject of children in need or child protection plans. Creative direct work helps them to build a rounded understanding of children's daily lives." "They also build positive relationships with parents, enabling honest and sometimes difficult conversations." Overall "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About our Family Safeguarding Service Our Family Safeguarding service includes responsibility for our Family Safeguarding Model, Child In Need, as well as pre and court proceedings. Within Family Safeguarding we use motivational interviewing, multi-agency approach under the Family Safeguarding model, where Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, and Psychologists collaborate closely to address family issues efficiently, reducing the need for referrals to other agencies. To help us achieve our ambitions for children and families we are looking for dedicated, and compassionate practitioners who are child focused and committed to relationship-based social work to join us. If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking to develop your skills and experience within child protections services we'd love to enable you to do that safely with us. We strive to provide a supportive and dynamic work environment for our employees, that fosters growth, maintains work-life balance, and rewards efforts. We guarantee 5 days of CPD and have access to excellent research and development tools such as Community Care Inform, Care Knowledge and Research In Practice. Why Choose Surrey? Surrey is a large and ambitious local authority meaning we can draw from a range of available resources to support the delivery of our services to children and their families, but that's just part of it. It's our staff that truly make the difference day in day out and we'd like to share with you some of their insights as to why they choose to be part of Surrey Children's social care workforce. Our staff highlighted that you can expect Positive Team and Colleague Relationships - You'll have the opportunity to be part of a team that thrives on positive working relationships, where collaboration with supportive colleagues in your team, across the organisation and with key partners will enable and enrich your practice. Flexibility and Work-Life Balance - We are committed to agile working and trust you to adapt your schedule to suit your needs, balancing this against the need to visit your children and families. It is our expectation that staff attend the office at least 2 days per week. Opportunities and Support for Professional Development - You can benefit from a structured environment that encourages growth and development. You'll have access to ongoing training opportunities via our Surrey Children's Service Academy, including our coaching and mentoring scheme, a well-structured progression pathway, learning opportunities and reflective and task focused supervision. A Sense of Belonging and Familiarity - You'll be part of our welcoming and approachable social work family where you'll be able to draw on the knowledge of established team members to support your understanding of the local area and available resources, working for a team where your individual expertise are valued and where you can have fun together. A Focus on Wellbeing - We recognise that you are a valuable asset and key to unlocking the positive changes we aspire for with our children and families. The job you do is serious therefore we take your well being seriously and recognise the need for reflective supervision where wellbeing is front and centre of the conversation. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What is your understanding of Surrey's Practice Model for family safeguarding? Can you describe the strengths and challenges of this model? Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins) If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.