Service Leader - People & Culture Midlothian Council Dalkeith £71,476 - £78,219 (Grade 12) Midlothian Council is seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Service Leader - People & Culture to provide strategic leadership for the organisation's workforce, culture and people services. Reporting to the Chief Officer - Corporate Solutions and working closely with the Chief Executive and Corporate Management Team, this role will be central to shaping an engaged, high-performing organisation capable of delivering the Council's long term ambitions. Midlothian is one of Scotland's fastest growing areas. The Council's Single Midlothian Plan sets out ambitions to reduce inequalities in learning, health, economic circumstances and climate change. Delivering these priorities relies on a capable, engaged workforce supported by strong leadership, modern people practices and a positive organisational culture. The People & Culture service plays a central enabling role in achieving these ambitions, supporting workforce capability, leadership development and organisational transformation across the Council. This is a significant leadership opportunity for an experienced HR professional who can operate confidently at corporate level while leading a proactive People & Culture service that drives culture, capability and continuous improvement. The Role The Service Leader - People & Culture will lead the Council's integrated HR function, ensuring delivery of workforce strategies, people policies and organisational development that support corporate priorities and statutory responsibilities. Acting as the Council's lead HR professional and a key member of the Corporate Management Team, the postholder will contribute directly to organisation wide strategy, decision making and cultural development. This is a highly visible leadership role requiring a collaborative and engaging leader who can work across senior leaders, trade unions and external partners to support workforce transformation. Providing strategic HR leadership and advice to the Chief Executive and Corporate Management Team Leading workforce, people and organisational development strategies aligned to Council priorities Driving organisational change, transformation and workforce planning across services Leading equalities, wellbeing and employee engagement agendas and embedding a positive culture Developing a corporate learning and development strategy to strengthen leadership and capability Leading complex employee relations and trade union negotiations Ensuring HR policies comply with employment legislation, national agreements and best practice Representing the Council in national forums including COSLA and external bodies Leading and developing the People & Culture team to deliver high quality HR support The Candidate Midlothian Council is seeking a credible and experienced HR leader with the capability to operate at the most senior levels of a complex public sector organisation. You will bring a strong track record in workforce strategy, organisational development and service improvement, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at senior level. You will be a degree qualified, CIPD Chartered professional with significant senior HR leadership experience in a large or complex organisation, ideally within the public sector or a similarly governed environment. You will have experience operating at corporate leadership level and contributing to organisation wide strategy and decision making, alongside strong knowledge of employment law, workforce governance and public sector frameworks. You will also bring experience in leading organisational change, managing teams and budgets, and delivering strategic programmes of work. A visible, collaborative and engaging leadership style, with a strong commitment to equality, inclusion and employee wellbeing, is essential. A postgraduate management qualification or leadership development programme would be advantageous. Working for Midlothian Council Midlothian Council offers a supportive and progressive working environment, alongside a strong benefits package including flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of wellbeing and employee support initiatives.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Service Leader - People & Culture Midlothian Council Dalkeith £71,476 - £78,219 (Grade 12) Midlothian Council is seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Service Leader - People & Culture to provide strategic leadership for the organisation's workforce, culture and people services. Reporting to the Chief Officer - Corporate Solutions and working closely with the Chief Executive and Corporate Management Team, this role will be central to shaping an engaged, high-performing organisation capable of delivering the Council's long term ambitions. Midlothian is one of Scotland's fastest growing areas. The Council's Single Midlothian Plan sets out ambitions to reduce inequalities in learning, health, economic circumstances and climate change. Delivering these priorities relies on a capable, engaged workforce supported by strong leadership, modern people practices and a positive organisational culture. The People & Culture service plays a central enabling role in achieving these ambitions, supporting workforce capability, leadership development and organisational transformation across the Council. This is a significant leadership opportunity for an experienced HR professional who can operate confidently at corporate level while leading a proactive People & Culture service that drives culture, capability and continuous improvement. The Role The Service Leader - People & Culture will lead the Council's integrated HR function, ensuring delivery of workforce strategies, people policies and organisational development that support corporate priorities and statutory responsibilities. Acting as the Council's lead HR professional and a key member of the Corporate Management Team, the postholder will contribute directly to organisation wide strategy, decision making and cultural development. This is a highly visible leadership role requiring a collaborative and engaging leader who can work across senior leaders, trade unions and external partners to support workforce transformation. Providing strategic HR leadership and advice to the Chief Executive and Corporate Management Team Leading workforce, people and organisational development strategies aligned to Council priorities Driving organisational change, transformation and workforce planning across services Leading equalities, wellbeing and employee engagement agendas and embedding a positive culture Developing a corporate learning and development strategy to strengthen leadership and capability Leading complex employee relations and trade union negotiations Ensuring HR policies comply with employment legislation, national agreements and best practice Representing the Council in national forums including COSLA and external bodies Leading and developing the People & Culture team to deliver high quality HR support The Candidate Midlothian Council is seeking a credible and experienced HR leader with the capability to operate at the most senior levels of a complex public sector organisation. You will bring a strong track record in workforce strategy, organisational development and service improvement, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at senior level. You will be a degree qualified, CIPD Chartered professional with significant senior HR leadership experience in a large or complex organisation, ideally within the public sector or a similarly governed environment. You will have experience operating at corporate leadership level and contributing to organisation wide strategy and decision making, alongside strong knowledge of employment law, workforce governance and public sector frameworks. You will also bring experience in leading organisational change, managing teams and budgets, and delivering strategic programmes of work. A visible, collaborative and engaging leadership style, with a strong commitment to equality, inclusion and employee wellbeing, is essential. A postgraduate management qualification or leadership development programme would be advantageous. Working for Midlothian Council Midlothian Council offers a supportive and progressive working environment, alongside a strong benefits package including flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of wellbeing and employee support initiatives.
Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC)
Lambeth, London
Location: MSSC NSC, 200B Lambeth Road, London, SE1 7JY (Hybrid Working) Contract: Full time, permanent Salary: £40,000 to £42,000 gross er annum, depending on experience Closing Date: Monday 25 May 2026 Assessment Day at MSSC NSC: Tuesday 2 June 2026 The Marine Society and Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a leading maritime charity in lifelong learning and personal development and is the governing charity of the Sea Cadet Corps (SCC), a civilian voluntary youth organisation engaging some 15,000 young people over 400 Sea Cadet Units, throughout the UK. The SCC offers a wide range of youth opportunities with the same enduring objective - to give young people the best possible head start in life through nautical adventure and fun. We are seeking a Volunteer Support & Systems Manager to lead the development and maintenance of automated workflows used within the Volunteer Support Team. The role is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the Volunteer Support function including overseeing the day-to-day administration of key volunteer processes. The postholder will also line manage the Volunteer Support Officers who act as the first point of contact to volunteers in assisting with these processes and wider administration. About the role The purpose of the Volunteer Support & Systems Manager is to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Volunteer Support function by ensuring that automated workflows are well maintained and continuously improved. This includes the onboarding process for new volunteers, management of mandatory training requirements of existing volunteers and volunteer record management through processing promotions transfers and leavers. The role also provides effective line management to a team of Volunteer Support Officers, supporting them to deliver a high quality of administrative support to volunteers to assist them with these processes. Responsibilities To oversee the efficient operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of all Volunteer Support automated workflows To develop clear and effective guidance, to help volunteers access and use the various Volunteer Support digital systems To line manage and support the Volunteer Support Team based at the MSSC Support Centre, empowering the team to deliver effective and consistent support to volunteers. To functionally manage and support the Area Volunteer Support Team based across the 6 Area Offices, empowering them to deliver effective and consistent support to volunteers. To manage the "Safer Recruitment" and adverse disclosure process for volunteers, in line with MSSC policy, ensuring that criminal records checks are dealt with in a timely and appropriate manner To work with the Head of Volunteering to review MSSC volunteering policies, monitoring their appropriateness and effectiveness, making recommendations for changes as necessary To support the Head of Volunteering with the successful implementation of MSSC's volunteer strategy and other national tasks To work with Volunteer Support Officers to develop systems and processes for managing the Volunteer Support workload and monitoring delivery standards To work closely with other stakeholders, maintaining excellent working relationships across departments to ensure consistency and best practice for our volunteers. Requirements Experience of leading the development and maintenance of digital volunteer management/ communication systems Experience of creating and maintaining complex automated workflows Experience of overseeing the administrative functions of a CRM system Experience of implementing, managing reviewing and refining administrative processes Experience of delivering a first-class service to clients or customers A strong understanding of the voluntary and community sector, ideally within the youth sector Experience of managing or supervising a large team Desirable Experience of managing or supervising a team based remotely Experience of using Microsoft Forms and Power Automate or similar systems Experience of managing an onboarding process, ideally of volunteers, with the understanding of the importance of safer recruitment Experience of empowering a team to deliver a first-class customer service Experience of working with volunteers and the knowledge of how to ensure they are supported Experience in managing challenging emails, calls and situations with volunteers professionally, using sound judgement and clear communication Experience developing processes which are targeted at both internal and external audiences Experience of leading projects manging change with various stakeholders For further information, please download the . If you are interested in this role, please apply now! Benefits 25 days annual leave per annum, increasing with length of service Hybrid working for many roles Volunteering Leave Life assurance (4x salary) Private medical insurance Generous pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Cycle to work scheme Access to the Marine Society Digital Library Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. Additional Information MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC's values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Location: MSSC NSC, 200B Lambeth Road, London, SE1 7JY (Hybrid Working) Contract: Full time, permanent Salary: £40,000 to £42,000 gross er annum, depending on experience Closing Date: Monday 25 May 2026 Assessment Day at MSSC NSC: Tuesday 2 June 2026 The Marine Society and Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a leading maritime charity in lifelong learning and personal development and is the governing charity of the Sea Cadet Corps (SCC), a civilian voluntary youth organisation engaging some 15,000 young people over 400 Sea Cadet Units, throughout the UK. The SCC offers a wide range of youth opportunities with the same enduring objective - to give young people the best possible head start in life through nautical adventure and fun. We are seeking a Volunteer Support & Systems Manager to lead the development and maintenance of automated workflows used within the Volunteer Support Team. The role is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the Volunteer Support function including overseeing the day-to-day administration of key volunteer processes. The postholder will also line manage the Volunteer Support Officers who act as the first point of contact to volunteers in assisting with these processes and wider administration. About the role The purpose of the Volunteer Support & Systems Manager is to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Volunteer Support function by ensuring that automated workflows are well maintained and continuously improved. This includes the onboarding process for new volunteers, management of mandatory training requirements of existing volunteers and volunteer record management through processing promotions transfers and leavers. The role also provides effective line management to a team of Volunteer Support Officers, supporting them to deliver a high quality of administrative support to volunteers to assist them with these processes. Responsibilities To oversee the efficient operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of all Volunteer Support automated workflows To develop clear and effective guidance, to help volunteers access and use the various Volunteer Support digital systems To line manage and support the Volunteer Support Team based at the MSSC Support Centre, empowering the team to deliver effective and consistent support to volunteers. To functionally manage and support the Area Volunteer Support Team based across the 6 Area Offices, empowering them to deliver effective and consistent support to volunteers. To manage the "Safer Recruitment" and adverse disclosure process for volunteers, in line with MSSC policy, ensuring that criminal records checks are dealt with in a timely and appropriate manner To work with the Head of Volunteering to review MSSC volunteering policies, monitoring their appropriateness and effectiveness, making recommendations for changes as necessary To support the Head of Volunteering with the successful implementation of MSSC's volunteer strategy and other national tasks To work with Volunteer Support Officers to develop systems and processes for managing the Volunteer Support workload and monitoring delivery standards To work closely with other stakeholders, maintaining excellent working relationships across departments to ensure consistency and best practice for our volunteers. Requirements Experience of leading the development and maintenance of digital volunteer management/ communication systems Experience of creating and maintaining complex automated workflows Experience of overseeing the administrative functions of a CRM system Experience of implementing, managing reviewing and refining administrative processes Experience of delivering a first-class service to clients or customers A strong understanding of the voluntary and community sector, ideally within the youth sector Experience of managing or supervising a large team Desirable Experience of managing or supervising a team based remotely Experience of using Microsoft Forms and Power Automate or similar systems Experience of managing an onboarding process, ideally of volunteers, with the understanding of the importance of safer recruitment Experience of empowering a team to deliver a first-class customer service Experience of working with volunteers and the knowledge of how to ensure they are supported Experience in managing challenging emails, calls and situations with volunteers professionally, using sound judgement and clear communication Experience developing processes which are targeted at both internal and external audiences Experience of leading projects manging change with various stakeholders For further information, please download the . If you are interested in this role, please apply now! Benefits 25 days annual leave per annum, increasing with length of service Hybrid working for many roles Volunteering Leave Life assurance (4x salary) Private medical insurance Generous pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Cycle to work scheme Access to the Marine Society Digital Library Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. Additional Information MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC's values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire.
Job Title: Operational Service Manager - SEND Assessment & Placement Location: Havering Contract Type: Temporary Rate: 450 umbrella day rate - with slight room for negotiation Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Join our client's dynamic team as an Operational Service Manager for SEND Assessment & Placement! About the Role: As the Operational Service Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the statutory EHCP process. You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring that children and young people are placed in suitable settings that promote their development. Key Responsibilities: Manage the EHCP process from assessment to placement, ensuring adherence to statutory guidelines. Supervise Team Leads and Case Officers, fostering a collaborative environment. Lead weekly SEND resource panels, ensuring high-quality decision-making. Drive continuous improvement in service delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Collaborate with internal and external partners to amplify the voices of children and their families. What We're Looking For: A recognised qualification in education or law, or equivalent experience in statutory SEND processes. Proven leadership experience in a service with tight deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A knack for analytical thinking and problem-solving. Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. Enjoy the opportunity to make a tangible impact in the community. Work in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth. If you're ready to lead and inspire, apply now and help shape the future for children and young people with SEND! Application Deadline: Insert Deadline To Apply: Insert Application Instructions Embrace the challenge and be the change! 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. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
May 15, 2026
Seasonal
Job Title: Operational Service Manager - SEND Assessment & Placement Location: Havering Contract Type: Temporary Rate: 450 umbrella day rate - with slight room for negotiation Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Join our client's dynamic team as an Operational Service Manager for SEND Assessment & Placement! About the Role: As the Operational Service Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the statutory EHCP process. You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring that children and young people are placed in suitable settings that promote their development. Key Responsibilities: Manage the EHCP process from assessment to placement, ensuring adherence to statutory guidelines. Supervise Team Leads and Case Officers, fostering a collaborative environment. Lead weekly SEND resource panels, ensuring high-quality decision-making. Drive continuous improvement in service delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Collaborate with internal and external partners to amplify the voices of children and their families. What We're Looking For: A recognised qualification in education or law, or equivalent experience in statutory SEND processes. Proven leadership experience in a service with tight deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A knack for analytical thinking and problem-solving. Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. Enjoy the opportunity to make a tangible impact in the community. Work in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth. If you're ready to lead and inspire, apply now and help shape the future for children and young people with SEND! Application Deadline: Insert Deadline To Apply: Insert Application Instructions Embrace the challenge and be the change! 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. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Children's Independent Reviewing Officer Salary £53,460 starting salary Job Introduction We're looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team. You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole (BCP) Children's Services are looking to recruit Independent Reviewing Officers/Child Protection Chairs who will help make a difference in the lives of the children and young people we work with. We are proud to have achieved a GOOD Ofsted rating in December 2024 and have continued on a positive improvement journey throughout 2025/26. Children are at the heart of everything we do, and our relationship-based practice helps us to make positive and lasting changes in their lives and the lives of their families. If you would like to become part of a team who work collaboratively with children and young people to help shape our service and influence practice, this team is for you. We are looking for experienced IROs/Child Protection Chairs who strive to make sure that the voice of the child is central in all work undertaken, as well as ensuring safe, timely and individual needs led plans are in place for children. The role involves providing scrutiny, support, and challenge to the work of social work teams and making sure that care and protection plans are progressed in a timescale that meets the child's needs. You will need to have good communication skills and be able to engage productively with families and other professionals, as well as being able to robustly manage and chair case conferences and child in care meetings. This IRO post will hold a mixed work load of child protection and child in care work. You will be part of a team that is dedicated and committed to achieving good outcomes for children and providing an inclusive service. Our management team provide a robust induction that enables new staff to become familiar with BCP systems, policies, and procedures before work is allocated. Allocations are done on a gradual basis. A meeting with one of our Service Managers will take place on a weekly basis during the induction period to review progress and learning. Staff development, wellbeing, and work life balance is also a key focus for the management team who provide a supportive, nurturing and learning environment. We are looking for experienced Child Protection Chairs/IROs who have substantial experience in working within the child protection and child in care arena. You will need to be confident in chairing meetings and working with partner agencies. Most of all, you will need to be aspirational for all the children and young people you work with. All applicants need to be social work qualified and registered with Social Work England. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). For an informal discussion please contact: Service Manager Laura Jones at or or Service Manager James Cannon at or . Shortlisting 4 June 2026 The interview date will be 19 June 2026. Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK. About BCP Council BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. Our Benefits A Place to Thrive - Join BCP Council At BCP Council, we're not just building a workforce- we're transforming how we recognise and reward our people. Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at ( Employee benefits Working for BCP link to careers page) Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you More About us Working for BCP DBS BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details. Independant Reviewing Officer and Child Protection Chair Role Profile.pdf
May 15, 2026
Full time
Children's Independent Reviewing Officer Salary £53,460 starting salary Job Introduction We're looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team. You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole (BCP) Children's Services are looking to recruit Independent Reviewing Officers/Child Protection Chairs who will help make a difference in the lives of the children and young people we work with. We are proud to have achieved a GOOD Ofsted rating in December 2024 and have continued on a positive improvement journey throughout 2025/26. Children are at the heart of everything we do, and our relationship-based practice helps us to make positive and lasting changes in their lives and the lives of their families. If you would like to become part of a team who work collaboratively with children and young people to help shape our service and influence practice, this team is for you. We are looking for experienced IROs/Child Protection Chairs who strive to make sure that the voice of the child is central in all work undertaken, as well as ensuring safe, timely and individual needs led plans are in place for children. The role involves providing scrutiny, support, and challenge to the work of social work teams and making sure that care and protection plans are progressed in a timescale that meets the child's needs. You will need to have good communication skills and be able to engage productively with families and other professionals, as well as being able to robustly manage and chair case conferences and child in care meetings. This IRO post will hold a mixed work load of child protection and child in care work. You will be part of a team that is dedicated and committed to achieving good outcomes for children and providing an inclusive service. Our management team provide a robust induction that enables new staff to become familiar with BCP systems, policies, and procedures before work is allocated. Allocations are done on a gradual basis. A meeting with one of our Service Managers will take place on a weekly basis during the induction period to review progress and learning. Staff development, wellbeing, and work life balance is also a key focus for the management team who provide a supportive, nurturing and learning environment. We are looking for experienced Child Protection Chairs/IROs who have substantial experience in working within the child protection and child in care arena. You will need to be confident in chairing meetings and working with partner agencies. Most of all, you will need to be aspirational for all the children and young people you work with. All applicants need to be social work qualified and registered with Social Work England. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). For an informal discussion please contact: Service Manager Laura Jones at or or Service Manager James Cannon at or . Shortlisting 4 June 2026 The interview date will be 19 June 2026. Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK. About BCP Council BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. Our Benefits A Place to Thrive - Join BCP Council At BCP Council, we're not just building a workforce- we're transforming how we recognise and reward our people. Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at ( Employee benefits Working for BCP link to careers page) Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you More About us Working for BCP DBS BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details. Independant Reviewing Officer and Child Protection Chair Role Profile.pdf
This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract. We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Change and Improvement Officer to help discharge adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which may require travel across the county. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a highly visible role with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for leading strands of the adult skills transformation strategy; driving improvements in employer engagement, provider capacity/capability, programme design and system collaboration; and co-designing skills provision to ensure Surrey's residents and employers can benefit from high quality and inclusive training opportunities. The Senior Change and Improvement Officer will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and helping to integrate change into complementary employment and business support programmes. Key responsibilities and outcomes: Deliver skills transformation initiatives aligned to Surrey's Skills for Jobs strategy. Build effective employer, provider and stakeholder partnerships to support co design and engagement. Use data and insight to inform commissioning, provider development and decision making. Support change management and operational delivery to address skills gaps and improve outcomes. Contribute to joined up Economy & Growth delivery, including cross cutting programmes. Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience delivering change and improvement in skills, employability or a similar public service area. Good understanding of adult skills, labour markets and employer demand. Ability to build effective partnerships and working relationships. Confident using data and insight to inform action. Strong communication, organisation and collaborative skills. To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Provide examples (up to three) of transformation projects/programmes you have led or contributed to. What was your role, what changed as a result and how did you sustain long term impact? Describe your experience of working with employers to drive a complex multi-stakeholder project or programme. What was your role and how did you ensure employer input translated into real changes in delivery and outcomes? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled to take place on Tuesday 2nd June. 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. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we are committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
May 15, 2026
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract. We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Change and Improvement Officer to help discharge adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which may require travel across the county. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a highly visible role with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for leading strands of the adult skills transformation strategy; driving improvements in employer engagement, provider capacity/capability, programme design and system collaboration; and co-designing skills provision to ensure Surrey's residents and employers can benefit from high quality and inclusive training opportunities. The Senior Change and Improvement Officer will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and helping to integrate change into complementary employment and business support programmes. Key responsibilities and outcomes: Deliver skills transformation initiatives aligned to Surrey's Skills for Jobs strategy. Build effective employer, provider and stakeholder partnerships to support co design and engagement. Use data and insight to inform commissioning, provider development and decision making. Support change management and operational delivery to address skills gaps and improve outcomes. Contribute to joined up Economy & Growth delivery, including cross cutting programmes. Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience delivering change and improvement in skills, employability or a similar public service area. Good understanding of adult skills, labour markets and employer demand. Ability to build effective partnerships and working relationships. Confident using data and insight to inform action. Strong communication, organisation and collaborative skills. To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Provide examples (up to three) of transformation projects/programmes you have led or contributed to. What was your role, what changed as a result and how did you sustain long term impact? Describe your experience of working with employers to drive a complex multi-stakeholder project or programme. What was your role and how did you ensure employer input translated into real changes in delivery and outcomes? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled to take place on Tuesday 2nd June. 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. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we are committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
This role has a starting salary of £23,571 - £25 587.50 per annum based on a 18 hour working week. This is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027. For SCC permanent team members, this role will be a secondment. Within our Design and Transformation Service, we have several vacancies for Project Managers, that will work as part of our Delivery team to support the Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation programme - the largest change to the local government landscape in 50 years. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role manages key projects that drive the Council's transformation, ensuring delivery within time, scope, and budget while aligning with strategic priorities. You will work with Programme Managers and cross-functional teams to plan projects, manage resources, and implement change for safe, compliant, and efficient unitary authorities. Tracking milestones, you'll report progress, risks, and issues to senior leaders, and proactively address challenges. The position requires effective stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle and maintaining up-to-date documentation such as plans, schedules, and reports, all in line with programme goals and expected transformative outcomes. About Us The design and transformation teams are dedicated to shaping, driving, and facilitating sustainable change and improvement for residents in Surrey. By partnering with, challenging, and supporting our stakeholders, we strive to achieve better outcomes for our residents, against a challenging financial context. Our Design & Transformation service is a hub of innovation and improvement, driving strategic change across Surrey County Council. The team is structured into three key areas: Design -focusing on service and business redesign Transformation -delivering change programmes and projects Data -enabling evidence-based decision-making We work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating across departments to deliver high-impact transformation initiatives. Our mission is to improve outcomes for residents, enhance efficiency, and embed a culture of continuous improvement. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence the following skills: Solid professional knowledge supported by relevant qualifications and experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills across varied environments. Demonstrated success in managing and delivering complex public sector projects and change initiatives. Advanced analytical abilities, using data and judgment to solve problems and improve processes. Able to lead confidently, work independently, and collaborate effectively for lasting impact. Local Government Reorganisation experience Experience working with/in Adult Social Care, Public Health, or Commissioning To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Looking at our advert and considering Surrey County Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind",please tell us what it is about the Project Manager role within the Local Government Reorganisation team that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that will enable you to successfully manage complex change projects and collaborate effectively with senior officers, partners, and stakeholders across Surrey County Council? What three qualities do you have that would make you a successful Project Manager, and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability during this significant transformation programme? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st May 2026 with interviews planned to follow. 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. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Commitment Wording We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
May 15, 2026
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £23,571 - £25 587.50 per annum based on a 18 hour working week. This is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027. For SCC permanent team members, this role will be a secondment. Within our Design and Transformation Service, we have several vacancies for Project Managers, that will work as part of our Delivery team to support the Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation programme - the largest change to the local government landscape in 50 years. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role manages key projects that drive the Council's transformation, ensuring delivery within time, scope, and budget while aligning with strategic priorities. You will work with Programme Managers and cross-functional teams to plan projects, manage resources, and implement change for safe, compliant, and efficient unitary authorities. Tracking milestones, you'll report progress, risks, and issues to senior leaders, and proactively address challenges. The position requires effective stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle and maintaining up-to-date documentation such as plans, schedules, and reports, all in line with programme goals and expected transformative outcomes. About Us The design and transformation teams are dedicated to shaping, driving, and facilitating sustainable change and improvement for residents in Surrey. By partnering with, challenging, and supporting our stakeholders, we strive to achieve better outcomes for our residents, against a challenging financial context. Our Design & Transformation service is a hub of innovation and improvement, driving strategic change across Surrey County Council. The team is structured into three key areas: Design -focusing on service and business redesign Transformation -delivering change programmes and projects Data -enabling evidence-based decision-making We work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating across departments to deliver high-impact transformation initiatives. Our mission is to improve outcomes for residents, enhance efficiency, and embed a culture of continuous improvement. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence the following skills: Solid professional knowledge supported by relevant qualifications and experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills across varied environments. Demonstrated success in managing and delivering complex public sector projects and change initiatives. Advanced analytical abilities, using data and judgment to solve problems and improve processes. Able to lead confidently, work independently, and collaborate effectively for lasting impact. Local Government Reorganisation experience Experience working with/in Adult Social Care, Public Health, or Commissioning To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Looking at our advert and considering Surrey County Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind",please tell us what it is about the Project Manager role within the Local Government Reorganisation team that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that will enable you to successfully manage complex change projects and collaborate effectively with senior officers, partners, and stakeholders across Surrey County Council? What three qualities do you have that would make you a successful Project Manager, and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability during this significant transformation programme? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st May 2026 with interviews planned to follow. 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. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Commitment Wording We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
Private Sector Housing Officer (Enforcement) - Sussex Local Authority 45 per hour 3-Month Initial Contract Hybrid Working We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority in Sussex to appoint an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer on an initial 3-month contract. This is a key role within a busy team, focused on driving up standards across the Private Rented Sector, with a strong emphasis on enforcement activity and the implementation of the Renters Rights Act . The Role You will take ownership of a varied and complex caseload, focusing on proactive enforcement and ensuring compliance with current and emerging legislation. Key responsibilities include: Carrying out HHSRS inspections and property assessments Investigating housing complaints, hazards, and disrepair cases Leading on enforcement action , including improvement notices and prohibition orders Supporting the implementation of the Renters Rights Act , ensuring policies and procedures are effectively applied Processing and enforcing HMO licensing applications Issuing Civil Penalties and preparing cases for prosecution where required Liaising with landlords, tenants, and internal departments Preparing detailed case files for tribunal or court proceedings About you: To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven experience within Private Sector Housing in a Local Authority setting Strong working knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS Demonstrable experience in enforcement and legal processes Familiarity with (or exposure to) the Renters Rights Act / upcoming reforms Experience managing HMO licensing and compliance The ability to manage your own caseload independently Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder engagement skills Contract Details Rate: 45 per hour Contract Length: Initial 3 months (potential for extension) Working Pattern: Hybrid (typically 2-3 days onsite) Start Date: ASAP This is a great opportunity to join a proactive Local Authority at a pivotal time of legislative change, where you'll play a key role in strengthening enforcement activity and shaping how new regulations are delivered on the ground. For more information, give me a call on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
May 14, 2026
Contractor
Private Sector Housing Officer (Enforcement) - Sussex Local Authority 45 per hour 3-Month Initial Contract Hybrid Working We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority in Sussex to appoint an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer on an initial 3-month contract. This is a key role within a busy team, focused on driving up standards across the Private Rented Sector, with a strong emphasis on enforcement activity and the implementation of the Renters Rights Act . The Role You will take ownership of a varied and complex caseload, focusing on proactive enforcement and ensuring compliance with current and emerging legislation. Key responsibilities include: Carrying out HHSRS inspections and property assessments Investigating housing complaints, hazards, and disrepair cases Leading on enforcement action , including improvement notices and prohibition orders Supporting the implementation of the Renters Rights Act , ensuring policies and procedures are effectively applied Processing and enforcing HMO licensing applications Issuing Civil Penalties and preparing cases for prosecution where required Liaising with landlords, tenants, and internal departments Preparing detailed case files for tribunal or court proceedings About you: To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven experience within Private Sector Housing in a Local Authority setting Strong working knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS Demonstrable experience in enforcement and legal processes Familiarity with (or exposure to) the Renters Rights Act / upcoming reforms Experience managing HMO licensing and compliance The ability to manage your own caseload independently Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder engagement skills Contract Details Rate: 45 per hour Contract Length: Initial 3 months (potential for extension) Working Pattern: Hybrid (typically 2-3 days onsite) Start Date: ASAP This is a great opportunity to join a proactive Local Authority at a pivotal time of legislative change, where you'll play a key role in strengthening enforcement activity and shaping how new regulations are delivered on the ground. For more information, give me a call on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
This role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. Are you a change professional ready to help transform Surrey's adult skills and employability system? Can you help to co-design skills provision that is future-focused and helps to unlock economic growth? We are excited to be hiring a new Change and Improvement Officer to help discharge adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which may require travel across the county. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a highly visible role with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for helping to drive continuous improvement across the Council's skills and employability programmes; generating and applying key insights to ensure delivery is evidence-led, inclusive and aligned to county wide priorities and statutory responsibilities; and communication key information and supporting engagement with a range of stakeholders. The Change & Improvement Officer will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and helping to integrate change into complementary employment and business support programmes. Key responsibilities and outcomes: Lead performance, insight and reporting to improve outcomes and value for money.& Support market engagement and commissioning, ensuring responsiveness and quality.& Manage risk, compliance, assurance and data governance.& Drive continuous improvement and innovation across systems and delivery.& Contribute to joined up Economy & Growth delivery, including cross cutting programmes. Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience in change/performance or commissioning within public services.& Strong data analysis and dashboard reporting skills.& Practical use of continuous improvement approaches.& Experience with risk, assurance and audit.& Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of contributing to a key transformation project, ideally related to skills or employability provision. What was your role and what changed as a result? Describe how you have used data to generate insights and drive innovation. How did you ensure the insights you generated translated into real changes and positive outcomes? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled to take place on Monday 8th June. 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. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
May 14, 2026
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. Are you a change professional ready to help transform Surrey's adult skills and employability system? Can you help to co-design skills provision that is future-focused and helps to unlock economic growth? We are excited to be hiring a new Change and Improvement Officer to help discharge adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which may require travel across the county. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a highly visible role with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for helping to drive continuous improvement across the Council's skills and employability programmes; generating and applying key insights to ensure delivery is evidence-led, inclusive and aligned to county wide priorities and statutory responsibilities; and communication key information and supporting engagement with a range of stakeholders. The Change & Improvement Officer will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and helping to integrate change into complementary employment and business support programmes. Key responsibilities and outcomes: Lead performance, insight and reporting to improve outcomes and value for money.& Support market engagement and commissioning, ensuring responsiveness and quality.& Manage risk, compliance, assurance and data governance.& Drive continuous improvement and innovation across systems and delivery.& Contribute to joined up Economy & Growth delivery, including cross cutting programmes. Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience in change/performance or commissioning within public services.& Strong data analysis and dashboard reporting skills.& Practical use of continuous improvement approaches.& Experience with risk, assurance and audit.& Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of contributing to a key transformation project, ideally related to skills or employability provision. What was your role and what changed as a result? Describe how you have used data to generate insights and drive innovation. How did you ensure the insights you generated translated into real changes and positive outcomes? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled to take place on Monday 8th June. 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. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
We are seeking a visionary Strategic Director of Finance and Deputy Chief Executive to join our corporate leadership team and drive change to ensure we reach our goal of achieving a sustainable footing financially. The role includes the duties of Section 151 Officer, working to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services. " This is a pivotal leadership role at a defining moment for the Isle of Wight. The Strategic Director of Finance & Deputy Chief Executive will shape the Council's future, providing strong financial leadership, working closely with Members and partners, and delivering sustainable outcomes for Island communities. The challenge is significant, but so is the opportunity to make a lasting impact " - Wendy Perera, Chief Executive, Isle of Wight Council This is your opportunity to inspire change, champion financial resilience and build a sustainable future for our Island community. With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) announcing that the Island will be retained as a separate unitary authority, this is the perfect time to join us to take our local directives forward. With our unique geography and distinct service needs, this announcement ensures decisions continue to be made locally and services remain tailored to our residents. Our new Strategic Director of Finance and Deputy Chief Executive will have real scope and authority to implement transformation and change designed to address our financial challenges. To succeed, you'll need the skill and experience to navigate a complex and challenging financial environment. Focus areas will include financial policy, strategy and management all duties as the Council's statutory Section 151 Officer development and implementation of transformation and improvement plans management accounting and financial planning strategic procurement treasury management internal audit and risk assurance Local Government Pension Scheme We are looking for someone who can think commercially, innovatively and creatively about how funding is best deployed to support growth Required skills and experience include fully qualified CCAB accountant with substantial post qualification experience. evidence of continuous professional development sound understanding of the Local Government Act 1972, specifically Section 151, and financial regulations governing local authorities extensive experience of development and delivery of a medium-term financial strategy for a council with a gross budget exceeding £300m successfully delivery of a balanced budget for multiple consecutive years despite funding reductions. able to direct 'whole council transformation' to deliver significant efficiency savings. This is a unique chance to take on a challenging leadership role, shaping the future of our island, in a fantastic coastal location surrounded by beauty, in a warm and welcoming community. Join and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including: Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays! Local Government pension scheme Discounted Solent ferry travel Island bus network discount Cycle to work scheme Staff parking permit scheme Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership National and local discounts & benefits schemes Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria) Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
May 14, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a visionary Strategic Director of Finance and Deputy Chief Executive to join our corporate leadership team and drive change to ensure we reach our goal of achieving a sustainable footing financially. The role includes the duties of Section 151 Officer, working to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services. " This is a pivotal leadership role at a defining moment for the Isle of Wight. The Strategic Director of Finance & Deputy Chief Executive will shape the Council's future, providing strong financial leadership, working closely with Members and partners, and delivering sustainable outcomes for Island communities. The challenge is significant, but so is the opportunity to make a lasting impact " - Wendy Perera, Chief Executive, Isle of Wight Council This is your opportunity to inspire change, champion financial resilience and build a sustainable future for our Island community. With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) announcing that the Island will be retained as a separate unitary authority, this is the perfect time to join us to take our local directives forward. With our unique geography and distinct service needs, this announcement ensures decisions continue to be made locally and services remain tailored to our residents. Our new Strategic Director of Finance and Deputy Chief Executive will have real scope and authority to implement transformation and change designed to address our financial challenges. To succeed, you'll need the skill and experience to navigate a complex and challenging financial environment. Focus areas will include financial policy, strategy and management all duties as the Council's statutory Section 151 Officer development and implementation of transformation and improvement plans management accounting and financial planning strategic procurement treasury management internal audit and risk assurance Local Government Pension Scheme We are looking for someone who can think commercially, innovatively and creatively about how funding is best deployed to support growth Required skills and experience include fully qualified CCAB accountant with substantial post qualification experience. evidence of continuous professional development sound understanding of the Local Government Act 1972, specifically Section 151, and financial regulations governing local authorities extensive experience of development and delivery of a medium-term financial strategy for a council with a gross budget exceeding £300m successfully delivery of a balanced budget for multiple consecutive years despite funding reductions. able to direct 'whole council transformation' to deliver significant efficiency savings. This is a unique chance to take on a challenging leadership role, shaping the future of our island, in a fantastic coastal location surrounded by beauty, in a warm and welcoming community. Join and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including: Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays! Local Government pension scheme Discounted Solent ferry travel Island bus network discount Cycle to work scheme Staff parking permit scheme Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership National and local discounts & benefits schemes Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria) Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
The Role An exciting opportunity to be part of our new Housing Strategy and Performance Team as a Housing Regulatory Assurance Officer. You will support the development, delivery and implementation of a quality assurance and improvement programme across the Council's Housing Directorate, to ensure that we deliver core function in accordance with regulation and realise our continuous improvement goals. Your professional accountability is to provide assurance that the council is compliant with all statutory and regulatory housing requirements, developing improvement plans and remediations where are deficient, taking enabling and direct actions to ensure that we deliver a high quality, safe, modern and preventative housing service, which has a positive impact on residents. You will be highly organised, and an innovative and intelligence problem solver, conversant with project and programme management skills and an excellent communicator, able to prepare strategies, formal reports for members and presentations for colleagues and residents. Role purpose You have significant knowledge and experience of preparing and implementing policies, procedures, formal reports and presentations in a local authority setting. You have excellent investigative and problem-solving skills, can spot flaws in an argument but take a collaborative approach to finding solutions and are able to operate effectively through prioritisation, delegation of tasks and organisation of available resources, with experience of managing or supervising staff. You will have guided and contributed to service and process design, continuous improvement, and performance management, including carrying out service reviews, developing improvement plans, and implementing and monitoring these using project and programme methodologies. You communicate effectively with a range of audiences, including tenants, elected members and colleagues of all levels; you will have used this to engage with customers and respond to their feedback. You are committed to the public service ethos and putting residents first; but can balance this with an emotional resilience and commercial awareness, to operate efficiently and secure value for money. Role responsibilities and main duties Lead the management, planning and coordination of housing regulatory compliance and service improvement activities, working in partnership with a wide range of colleagues, providing leadership delegating tasks to them as necessary. Represent the housing service corporately and with partners, deputising for your manager and Director as required. Lead and establish a creative and innovative approach to delivering improvements and assurance across the housing service, setting appropriate objectives and performance targets to define your success, using benchmarking to reflect on your practice and learn from others. Working with the data lead, develop a highly collaborative team approach to provide expert diagnostic, interpretation, advice, support and challenge to the wider housing service to drive up standards across the directorate, ensure statutory and legislative compliance and improve the customer experience for residents. Holding others to account, set standards and procedures to ensure compliance with all council, regulatory, and statutory requirements, including in depth knowledge and interpretation of the Regulator of Social Housing's Consumer Standards, identifying potential issues early and at source, so that they may be prevented, successfully resolved, or escalated as appropriate. Deliver and present work items and written reports on time and to a high standard, ensuring all content is factual, accurate and evidence based. Reports may include regulatory compliance updates, consumer standards reviews, service improvement analyses, Ombudsman trend reports, risk assessments, performance dashboards and briefing papers for senior leadership, Members and residents. Provide line management responsibility for staff involved in compliance, assurance or service improvement, including allocating work, assessing performance, and supporting professional development. Demonstrate and continue to develop advanced, specialist knowledge of housing law, regulation, custom and practice across housing management, repairs and maintenance and housing development. To serve as a council expert on such matters and execute decisions that deal appropriately with the legal, reputational, and financial risks of operating a housing service dedicated to the needs of our residents. Operate effectively in a highly changeable environment with multiple competing priorities; oversee and mitigate risks to the service and staff; be prepared to travel and work outside to engage with our tenants and residents on their estates. Safeguarding Undertake other duties commensurate with the purpose of the post, in particular to help the council's response to emergences, undertake council and resident meetings outside of normal office ours, and assist with the conduct of elections.
May 14, 2026
Contractor
The Role An exciting opportunity to be part of our new Housing Strategy and Performance Team as a Housing Regulatory Assurance Officer. You will support the development, delivery and implementation of a quality assurance and improvement programme across the Council's Housing Directorate, to ensure that we deliver core function in accordance with regulation and realise our continuous improvement goals. Your professional accountability is to provide assurance that the council is compliant with all statutory and regulatory housing requirements, developing improvement plans and remediations where are deficient, taking enabling and direct actions to ensure that we deliver a high quality, safe, modern and preventative housing service, which has a positive impact on residents. You will be highly organised, and an innovative and intelligence problem solver, conversant with project and programme management skills and an excellent communicator, able to prepare strategies, formal reports for members and presentations for colleagues and residents. Role purpose You have significant knowledge and experience of preparing and implementing policies, procedures, formal reports and presentations in a local authority setting. You have excellent investigative and problem-solving skills, can spot flaws in an argument but take a collaborative approach to finding solutions and are able to operate effectively through prioritisation, delegation of tasks and organisation of available resources, with experience of managing or supervising staff. You will have guided and contributed to service and process design, continuous improvement, and performance management, including carrying out service reviews, developing improvement plans, and implementing and monitoring these using project and programme methodologies. You communicate effectively with a range of audiences, including tenants, elected members and colleagues of all levels; you will have used this to engage with customers and respond to their feedback. You are committed to the public service ethos and putting residents first; but can balance this with an emotional resilience and commercial awareness, to operate efficiently and secure value for money. Role responsibilities and main duties Lead the management, planning and coordination of housing regulatory compliance and service improvement activities, working in partnership with a wide range of colleagues, providing leadership delegating tasks to them as necessary. Represent the housing service corporately and with partners, deputising for your manager and Director as required. Lead and establish a creative and innovative approach to delivering improvements and assurance across the housing service, setting appropriate objectives and performance targets to define your success, using benchmarking to reflect on your practice and learn from others. Working with the data lead, develop a highly collaborative team approach to provide expert diagnostic, interpretation, advice, support and challenge to the wider housing service to drive up standards across the directorate, ensure statutory and legislative compliance and improve the customer experience for residents. Holding others to account, set standards and procedures to ensure compliance with all council, regulatory, and statutory requirements, including in depth knowledge and interpretation of the Regulator of Social Housing's Consumer Standards, identifying potential issues early and at source, so that they may be prevented, successfully resolved, or escalated as appropriate. Deliver and present work items and written reports on time and to a high standard, ensuring all content is factual, accurate and evidence based. Reports may include regulatory compliance updates, consumer standards reviews, service improvement analyses, Ombudsman trend reports, risk assessments, performance dashboards and briefing papers for senior leadership, Members and residents. Provide line management responsibility for staff involved in compliance, assurance or service improvement, including allocating work, assessing performance, and supporting professional development. Demonstrate and continue to develop advanced, specialist knowledge of housing law, regulation, custom and practice across housing management, repairs and maintenance and housing development. To serve as a council expert on such matters and execute decisions that deal appropriately with the legal, reputational, and financial risks of operating a housing service dedicated to the needs of our residents. Operate effectively in a highly changeable environment with multiple competing priorities; oversee and mitigate risks to the service and staff; be prepared to travel and work outside to engage with our tenants and residents on their estates. Safeguarding Undertake other duties commensurate with the purpose of the post, in particular to help the council's response to emergences, undertake council and resident meetings outside of normal office ours, and assist with the conduct of elections.
Accounts Payable - Temp - Llanelli Hays Non-qualified finance are recruiting for an Accounts Payable Officer to support a busy finance team during a period of operational change. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation in South Wales and strengthen your skills in a fast-paced finance environment. The role will involve supporting the accounts payable function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial control. You will work closely with the wider finance team and provide essential transactional support across the department. Key Responsibilities: Review, verify, and process invoices accurately. Maintain supplier ledgers and complete supplier statement reconciliations Conduct timely weekly payment runs Manage the Accounts Payable inbox and resolve supplier queries promptly. Input invoices and supplier details accurately into the financial system Support audits, reporting, and process improvements Collaborate with the management accounts team to ensure correct cost allocations This would be a great opportunity for someone with strong transactional finance experience who is immediately available and looking to expand their skills within an established organisation. Length of assignment: 6 months Hybrid policy: Fully On-site Ideal start date: Immediate Hours: Full-time - 37 hours If your experience matches the above, or you are interested in the role, please get in touch for more details. You can apply now by sending your CV, or call Louis on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're looking for a new position, we'd be happy to have a confidential conversation about your career. #
May 14, 2026
Seasonal
Accounts Payable - Temp - Llanelli Hays Non-qualified finance are recruiting for an Accounts Payable Officer to support a busy finance team during a period of operational change. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation in South Wales and strengthen your skills in a fast-paced finance environment. The role will involve supporting the accounts payable function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial control. You will work closely with the wider finance team and provide essential transactional support across the department. Key Responsibilities: Review, verify, and process invoices accurately. Maintain supplier ledgers and complete supplier statement reconciliations Conduct timely weekly payment runs Manage the Accounts Payable inbox and resolve supplier queries promptly. Input invoices and supplier details accurately into the financial system Support audits, reporting, and process improvements Collaborate with the management accounts team to ensure correct cost allocations This would be a great opportunity for someone with strong transactional finance experience who is immediately available and looking to expand their skills within an established organisation. Length of assignment: 6 months Hybrid policy: Fully On-site Ideal start date: Immediate Hours: Full-time - 37 hours If your experience matches the above, or you are interested in the role, please get in touch for more details. You can apply now by sending your CV, or call Louis on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're looking for a new position, we'd be happy to have a confidential conversation about your career. #
Midlothian Council Dalkeith £129,606 This role is responsible for supporting the Executive Director of Place by leading, developing, and managing Place services, with a focus on delivering innovative strategies that grow the local economy and promote inclusive, sustainable development. It involves driving organisational and cultural change, improving service performance, and ensuring effective collaboration across the Council, partners, and external stakeholders. As a member of the Corporate Management Team, Chief Officer Place focuses on shaping strategy, policies, and procedures to position Midlothian Council as a leading modern local authority. It involves fostering staff development through clear progression pathways and a positive, collaborative culture that encourages new ideas ensuring that services are of the highest quality and meet Elected Member and public aspirations, whilst achieving Best Value and making the best use of resources. The position also includes overseeing budgets, governance, risk, and compliance, as well as developing policies, service plans, and delivery models that meet community needs. Place Services Protective Services (Business Regulation, Public Health and Environmental Protection and Health, Safety and Resilience) Placemaking (Planning, Sustainable Growth & Investment and Building Standards) Neighbourhood Services (Land, Fleet, Roads and Waste) Building Maintenance Housing Candidates must have substantial experience in leading transformation initiatives and delivering citizen centred services, as well as operating effectively at a strategic level within a large complex organisation. The position requires extensive management experience, including service improvement, strategic planning, partnership working, project and budget management, and staff leadership, alongside a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Midlothian Council Dalkeith £129,606 This role is responsible for supporting the Executive Director of Place by leading, developing, and managing Place services, with a focus on delivering innovative strategies that grow the local economy and promote inclusive, sustainable development. It involves driving organisational and cultural change, improving service performance, and ensuring effective collaboration across the Council, partners, and external stakeholders. As a member of the Corporate Management Team, Chief Officer Place focuses on shaping strategy, policies, and procedures to position Midlothian Council as a leading modern local authority. It involves fostering staff development through clear progression pathways and a positive, collaborative culture that encourages new ideas ensuring that services are of the highest quality and meet Elected Member and public aspirations, whilst achieving Best Value and making the best use of resources. The position also includes overseeing budgets, governance, risk, and compliance, as well as developing policies, service plans, and delivery models that meet community needs. Place Services Protective Services (Business Regulation, Public Health and Environmental Protection and Health, Safety and Resilience) Placemaking (Planning, Sustainable Growth & Investment and Building Standards) Neighbourhood Services (Land, Fleet, Roads and Waste) Building Maintenance Housing Candidates must have substantial experience in leading transformation initiatives and delivering citizen centred services, as well as operating effectively at a strategic level within a large complex organisation. The position requires extensive management experience, including service improvement, strategic planning, partnership working, project and budget management, and staff leadership, alongside a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks.
Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Telford, Shropshire
Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) is a large, integrated NHS provider. We deliver physical and mental health, learning disability and social care services to a population of 1.7 million people across a diverse geography of approximately 2,400 square miles, supported by a workforce of around 10,500 staff. While most of our services are delivered across Staffordshire, Stoke on Trent, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin, our Inclusion services extend our specialist expertise to communities across much of England. We work collaboratively across health and care systems, including with local authorities, the voluntary and third sectors, and regional and national partners, to deliver effective, joined up care. Guided by our values and behaviours, our mission is clear: together we are making life better for our communities . We are seeking an outstanding Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer to join our board as a voting member. The role has an exciting and broad portfolio spanning our transformation, strategy, service development and business planning agendas as well as leadership of our Estates and Facilities function. This is a unique opportunity to shape our future and lead transformation at scale both across our organisation and with partners in our wider health and care systems. With responsibility for driving large scale change and navigating a fast evolving NHS landscape, this role offers a significant opportunity to build on our well-established position as a trusted system partner. We are seeking a leader with strategic experience operating at, or close to, Board level in a comparably complex organisation or system. An impactful communicator, you will bring a track record of engaging a wide range of stakeholders in the delivery of complex transformation, improvement and strategic change in dynamic and politically complex environments. A future-focused and collaborative leader, you will quickly build credibility and influence across organisational and system boundaries to develop partnerships that deliver sustained improvement. Above all, you will be a values led and motivational leader who is passionate about improving population health and reducing inequalities by shaping the future of community and mental health services for the diverse populations we serve. To learn more about us and this exceptional role, please visit our dedicated microsite by clicking Apply below or for a confidential discussion, and details of how to apply, please contact our recruitment partners at GatenbySanderson: Eleanor Lawrence Emily Smith - Emma Pickup - Closing Date: 9am Monday 18th May Final Panel: Week commencing 22nd June
May 14, 2026
Full time
Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) is a large, integrated NHS provider. We deliver physical and mental health, learning disability and social care services to a population of 1.7 million people across a diverse geography of approximately 2,400 square miles, supported by a workforce of around 10,500 staff. While most of our services are delivered across Staffordshire, Stoke on Trent, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin, our Inclusion services extend our specialist expertise to communities across much of England. We work collaboratively across health and care systems, including with local authorities, the voluntary and third sectors, and regional and national partners, to deliver effective, joined up care. Guided by our values and behaviours, our mission is clear: together we are making life better for our communities . We are seeking an outstanding Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer to join our board as a voting member. The role has an exciting and broad portfolio spanning our transformation, strategy, service development and business planning agendas as well as leadership of our Estates and Facilities function. This is a unique opportunity to shape our future and lead transformation at scale both across our organisation and with partners in our wider health and care systems. With responsibility for driving large scale change and navigating a fast evolving NHS landscape, this role offers a significant opportunity to build on our well-established position as a trusted system partner. We are seeking a leader with strategic experience operating at, or close to, Board level in a comparably complex organisation or system. An impactful communicator, you will bring a track record of engaging a wide range of stakeholders in the delivery of complex transformation, improvement and strategic change in dynamic and politically complex environments. A future-focused and collaborative leader, you will quickly build credibility and influence across organisational and system boundaries to develop partnerships that deliver sustained improvement. Above all, you will be a values led and motivational leader who is passionate about improving population health and reducing inequalities by shaping the future of community and mental health services for the diverse populations we serve. To learn more about us and this exceptional role, please visit our dedicated microsite by clicking Apply below or for a confidential discussion, and details of how to apply, please contact our recruitment partners at GatenbySanderson: Eleanor Lawrence Emily Smith - Emma Pickup - Closing Date: 9am Monday 18th May Final Panel: Week commencing 22nd June
Operations Manager Hours: 37 hours per week (start time 7:00am) Working Pattern: Term time plus 2 additional weeks Grade: 11, Points 33-36 Salary: £38,480 - £41,192 per annum Role Overview The Operations Manager provides strategic and operational leadership across all non-teaching functions, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school. The postholder will oversee administration, estates, health & safety, catering, resources, cover management and educational visits, ensuring statutory compliance, efficiency, and value for money. This is a senior role requiring strong leadership, organisational expertise and the ability to manage complex operational systems in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Administration & Systems Management Lead and manage the whole-school administrative function, including line management and performance reviews Design, implement and continuously improve administrative systems aligned with organisational objectives Ensure effective information flow, clearly defined responsibilities and stakeholder support Analyse data to improve efficiency, reduce duplication and inform decision-making Prepare and submit statutory returns and reports to external agencies Support the Office Manager in maintaining first aid compliance and reporting procedures Estates & Facilities Management Lead the site and premises teams and oversee all estates operations Ensure buildings, repairs, maintenance and improvements meet statutory and regulatory requirements Manage contractors and outsourced services, ensuring contractual obligations are met Oversee site security, utilities, cleaning contracts and emergency planning Maintain and monitor the School Travel Plan and cycle permit system Health & Safety Act as Health & Safety Coordinator and Fire Officer Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and trust-wide policies Maintain risk assessments, accident reporting and monitoring systems Lead fire drills, alarm testing and emergency procedures Report health & safety matters to senior leadership and governors as required Other Monitor on-site catering provision and staff Liaise with the Catering Manager on menu planning Attend contract monitoring meetings and support tendering processes Review and benchmark food quality and value Support events and catering-related activities Manage daily staff cover using Bromcom (training provided) Allocate cover, room changes and work for absent staff each morning Communicate daily cover arrangements to staff and senior leadership Liaise with supply agencies Monitor staff absence and escalate concerns in line with policy Line manage the Reprographics Technician Monitor and improve reprographics and library systems Act as Educational Visits Coordinator Approve and monitor all trips and residential visits Ensure compliance with guidelines and risk assessments Deliver training and guidance for staff Manage minibus training records Handle cash and petty cash in line with financial procedures Attend senior leadership and governor meetings as required Support whole-school events such as open evenings and transition activities Undertake other duties appropriate to the role This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced operations professional to play a key role in ensuring a safe, effective and well-managed educational environment.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Operations Manager Hours: 37 hours per week (start time 7:00am) Working Pattern: Term time plus 2 additional weeks Grade: 11, Points 33-36 Salary: £38,480 - £41,192 per annum Role Overview The Operations Manager provides strategic and operational leadership across all non-teaching functions, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school. The postholder will oversee administration, estates, health & safety, catering, resources, cover management and educational visits, ensuring statutory compliance, efficiency, and value for money. This is a senior role requiring strong leadership, organisational expertise and the ability to manage complex operational systems in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Administration & Systems Management Lead and manage the whole-school administrative function, including line management and performance reviews Design, implement and continuously improve administrative systems aligned with organisational objectives Ensure effective information flow, clearly defined responsibilities and stakeholder support Analyse data to improve efficiency, reduce duplication and inform decision-making Prepare and submit statutory returns and reports to external agencies Support the Office Manager in maintaining first aid compliance and reporting procedures Estates & Facilities Management Lead the site and premises teams and oversee all estates operations Ensure buildings, repairs, maintenance and improvements meet statutory and regulatory requirements Manage contractors and outsourced services, ensuring contractual obligations are met Oversee site security, utilities, cleaning contracts and emergency planning Maintain and monitor the School Travel Plan and cycle permit system Health & Safety Act as Health & Safety Coordinator and Fire Officer Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and trust-wide policies Maintain risk assessments, accident reporting and monitoring systems Lead fire drills, alarm testing and emergency procedures Report health & safety matters to senior leadership and governors as required Other Monitor on-site catering provision and staff Liaise with the Catering Manager on menu planning Attend contract monitoring meetings and support tendering processes Review and benchmark food quality and value Support events and catering-related activities Manage daily staff cover using Bromcom (training provided) Allocate cover, room changes and work for absent staff each morning Communicate daily cover arrangements to staff and senior leadership Liaise with supply agencies Monitor staff absence and escalate concerns in line with policy Line manage the Reprographics Technician Monitor and improve reprographics and library systems Act as Educational Visits Coordinator Approve and monitor all trips and residential visits Ensure compliance with guidelines and risk assessments Deliver training and guidance for staff Manage minibus training records Handle cash and petty cash in line with financial procedures Attend senior leadership and governor meetings as required Support whole-school events such as open evenings and transition activities Undertake other duties appropriate to the role This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced operations professional to play a key role in ensuring a safe, effective and well-managed educational environment.
Your new company This is a forward-thinking and rapidly growing multi-academy trust with a strong commitment to ensuring high achievement and equal opportunities for every learner, with academies based in both Staffordshire and Greater Manchester. The trust oversees a diverse family of academies and is driven by the belief that no child's ambitions should be limited by background or ability. Its mission centres on raising aspirations, accelerating progress and enabling ambitious life goals for all pupils, underpinned by a values-led culture and a clear focus on quality, inclusion and consistency across its schools. As the trust continues to expand, digital leadership plays an increasingly critical role in supporting school improvement, operational excellence and learner outcomes. With a strong emphasis on school support, talent development and continuous improvement, the organisation is well-positioned for a senior digital leader to modernise systems, drive innovation from an AI perspective and shape a trust-wide digital transformation strategy. A Chief Digital Officer will join an ambitious Executive Leadership Team, committed to using technology to remove barriers, strengthen organisational capability and deliver consistently high standards across all academies. Your new role Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Digital Officer will lead the development and delivery of a trust-wide digital and IT strategy, setting clear priorities, investment plans and measurable outcomes. You will maintain oversight of the Trust's digital landscape, establishing a transformation roadmap and drive the transition to a coherent enterprise architecture across platforms, integrations and data flows, working closely with the wider team at head office and in individual academies. The role will champion innovation and modernisation across schools and central services while ensuring all technology decisions support educational priorities and safeguarding expectations. This includes providing strategic advice to the CEO and Trustees, overseeing core systems and infrastructure to ensure they are secure, resilient and scalable, and driving value for money through effective procurement and vendor management. You will lead the Trust's cyber-security strategy, embedding strong risk management, incident response and digital resilience, while promoting cyber awareness across the organisation. The Chief Digital Officer will also establish and embed a trust-wide data governance framework, ensuring high-quality, consistent and accessible data to support informed decision-making. They will take a responsible and forward-thinking approach to emerging technologies, with a strong emphasis on AI, identifying opportunities to enhance teaching, learning and organisational effectiveness. Working closely with education leaders, you will ensure digital platforms and tools meet the needs of schools and have a positive impact on teaching and learning, setting high standards trust-wide. As a Senior Executive leader, you will provide regular updates to the CEO and Board, lead major digital transformation programmes and support the professional development of IT and digital teams across the Trust. Please note this role does offer hybrid working, however you will need to have a weekly presence at the Head Office based in Staffordshire. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in securing this role, you will be working at an executive level in relation to digital transformation, ideally with education sector experience. You will have spearheaded a digital transformation previously, working across multiple sites and working closely with a wider executive team to deliver change. Ownership of a digital or technology strategy will be essential, with experience developing and leading on cyber security and managing a team will be essential. From an individual perspective, you will have a passion for working in the education sector and understand the impact of technology on the education sector and on learners individually. What you'll get in return In return, you will be joining this executive leadership team where you will become an integral part of the organisation, all working together towards a common goal in this rewarding environment. You will receive a competitive salary of between £115,000 and £125,000 dependent on experience and will also receive a local government pension scheme and an attractive benefits package. This includes 33 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and access to a retail discount scheme, a cycle to work scheme and employee wellbeing platforms. 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. 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 on our website.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Your new company This is a forward-thinking and rapidly growing multi-academy trust with a strong commitment to ensuring high achievement and equal opportunities for every learner, with academies based in both Staffordshire and Greater Manchester. The trust oversees a diverse family of academies and is driven by the belief that no child's ambitions should be limited by background or ability. Its mission centres on raising aspirations, accelerating progress and enabling ambitious life goals for all pupils, underpinned by a values-led culture and a clear focus on quality, inclusion and consistency across its schools. As the trust continues to expand, digital leadership plays an increasingly critical role in supporting school improvement, operational excellence and learner outcomes. With a strong emphasis on school support, talent development and continuous improvement, the organisation is well-positioned for a senior digital leader to modernise systems, drive innovation from an AI perspective and shape a trust-wide digital transformation strategy. A Chief Digital Officer will join an ambitious Executive Leadership Team, committed to using technology to remove barriers, strengthen organisational capability and deliver consistently high standards across all academies. Your new role Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Digital Officer will lead the development and delivery of a trust-wide digital and IT strategy, setting clear priorities, investment plans and measurable outcomes. You will maintain oversight of the Trust's digital landscape, establishing a transformation roadmap and drive the transition to a coherent enterprise architecture across platforms, integrations and data flows, working closely with the wider team at head office and in individual academies. The role will champion innovation and modernisation across schools and central services while ensuring all technology decisions support educational priorities and safeguarding expectations. This includes providing strategic advice to the CEO and Trustees, overseeing core systems and infrastructure to ensure they are secure, resilient and scalable, and driving value for money through effective procurement and vendor management. You will lead the Trust's cyber-security strategy, embedding strong risk management, incident response and digital resilience, while promoting cyber awareness across the organisation. The Chief Digital Officer will also establish and embed a trust-wide data governance framework, ensuring high-quality, consistent and accessible data to support informed decision-making. They will take a responsible and forward-thinking approach to emerging technologies, with a strong emphasis on AI, identifying opportunities to enhance teaching, learning and organisational effectiveness. Working closely with education leaders, you will ensure digital platforms and tools meet the needs of schools and have a positive impact on teaching and learning, setting high standards trust-wide. As a Senior Executive leader, you will provide regular updates to the CEO and Board, lead major digital transformation programmes and support the professional development of IT and digital teams across the Trust. Please note this role does offer hybrid working, however you will need to have a weekly presence at the Head Office based in Staffordshire. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in securing this role, you will be working at an executive level in relation to digital transformation, ideally with education sector experience. You will have spearheaded a digital transformation previously, working across multiple sites and working closely with a wider executive team to deliver change. Ownership of a digital or technology strategy will be essential, with experience developing and leading on cyber security and managing a team will be essential. From an individual perspective, you will have a passion for working in the education sector and understand the impact of technology on the education sector and on learners individually. What you'll get in return In return, you will be joining this executive leadership team where you will become an integral part of the organisation, all working together towards a common goal in this rewarding environment. You will receive a competitive salary of between £115,000 and £125,000 dependent on experience and will also receive a local government pension scheme and an attractive benefits package. This includes 33 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and access to a retail discount scheme, a cycle to work scheme and employee wellbeing platforms. 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. 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 on our website.
A Housing Association is currently looking for a Home Ownership Support Adviser on a temporary basis for about 3 months. Key responsibilities are as follows Be the conveyancing specialist within the Home Ownership Support team acting as the single point of contact for your customers, providing sound advice,proactively progressing transactions and unlocking obstacles to completion/resolution. Lead on all relevant legally administrative functions related to the transfer or disposal of property. Manage a complex and demanding caseload, juggling competing priorities, ensuring cases are progressed and deadlines met. Work under your own initiative to determine actions and advice needed for each transaction. Competently handle customer enquiries about a range of Low-Cost Home Ownership products. Support with the management of team in-boxes and general enquiries. Supply day-to-day supervisory and escalation support for the Home Ownership Support Officers and Operations staff, hosting surgeries and providing training across the organisation to share your expertise. Lead on the disposal of void units, undertaking viewings or on-site visits if required. Actively champion continuous improvement, identifying and suggesting service improvements for implementation and work collaboratively with the wider department to reach our joint objectives. Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster better outcomes for our residents, drive successful transactions and share expertise. Be engaged on policy and legislative changes, highlighting risks and following relevant policies and procedures as required. Achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and financial targets as set by the Home Ownership Support Manager, in line with our customer strategy. Drive income by actively promote staircasing, loft conversion, lease extension and loan redemption, managing all aspects of each application. Meet our compliance requirements, ensuring data is recorded correctly, and transactions are completed in line with regulatory and audit requirements. Inform business planning thorough effective progression and accurate forecasting of your transactions. Support Operations and our customers by making sure new accounts are set-up, amended and closed as needed, including the amendment of rents and ground rents. Manage complaints and service recovery effectively and within designated timescales. Support team and departmental projects as required by the Home Ownership Support Manager. Support the effective management of other low-cost home ownership products (historic or new) as necessary. PAYE 26.81 Umbrella 35.46 Hybrid role Essential requirements Worked in a similar role previously and has knowledge of shared ownership,lease extensions,right to buy, affordable housing, understanding ground rent. Experience of working independently to deliver excellent customer service across a diverse workload, in a fast paced, target driven environment. Must be immediately available or on short notice
May 14, 2026
Seasonal
A Housing Association is currently looking for a Home Ownership Support Adviser on a temporary basis for about 3 months. Key responsibilities are as follows Be the conveyancing specialist within the Home Ownership Support team acting as the single point of contact for your customers, providing sound advice,proactively progressing transactions and unlocking obstacles to completion/resolution. Lead on all relevant legally administrative functions related to the transfer or disposal of property. Manage a complex and demanding caseload, juggling competing priorities, ensuring cases are progressed and deadlines met. Work under your own initiative to determine actions and advice needed for each transaction. Competently handle customer enquiries about a range of Low-Cost Home Ownership products. Support with the management of team in-boxes and general enquiries. Supply day-to-day supervisory and escalation support for the Home Ownership Support Officers and Operations staff, hosting surgeries and providing training across the organisation to share your expertise. Lead on the disposal of void units, undertaking viewings or on-site visits if required. Actively champion continuous improvement, identifying and suggesting service improvements for implementation and work collaboratively with the wider department to reach our joint objectives. Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster better outcomes for our residents, drive successful transactions and share expertise. Be engaged on policy and legislative changes, highlighting risks and following relevant policies and procedures as required. Achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and financial targets as set by the Home Ownership Support Manager, in line with our customer strategy. Drive income by actively promote staircasing, loft conversion, lease extension and loan redemption, managing all aspects of each application. Meet our compliance requirements, ensuring data is recorded correctly, and transactions are completed in line with regulatory and audit requirements. Inform business planning thorough effective progression and accurate forecasting of your transactions. Support Operations and our customers by making sure new accounts are set-up, amended and closed as needed, including the amendment of rents and ground rents. Manage complaints and service recovery effectively and within designated timescales. Support team and departmental projects as required by the Home Ownership Support Manager. Support the effective management of other low-cost home ownership products (historic or new) as necessary. PAYE 26.81 Umbrella 35.46 Hybrid role Essential requirements Worked in a similar role previously and has knowledge of shared ownership,lease extensions,right to buy, affordable housing, understanding ground rent. Experience of working independently to deliver excellent customer service across a diverse workload, in a fast paced, target driven environment. Must be immediately available or on short notice
Multiverse is the upskilling platform for AI and Tech adoption. We have partnered with 1,500+ companies to deliver a new kind of learning that's transforming today's workforce. Our upskilling apprenticeships are designed for people of any age and career stage to build critical AI, data, and tech skills. Our learners have driven $2bn+ ROI for their employers, using the skills they've learned to improve productivity and measurable performance. In June 2022, we announced a $220 million Series D funding round co led by StepStone Group, Lightspeed Venture Partners and General Catalyst. With a post money valuation of $1.7 bn, the round makes us the UK's first EdTech unicorn. But we're not stopping there. With a strong operational footprint and 800+ employees, we have ambitious plans to continue scaling. We're building a world where tech skills unlock people's potential and output. Join Multiverse and power our mission to equip the workforce to win in the AI era. The Portfolio Lead curates a world class UK apprenticeship product set focused on Data upskilling. Working as one of two dedicated leads within our Data vertical, you are a data literate strategist who isn't shy about your passion for how data literacy, machine learning and advanced analytics are reshaping the workforce. You have a deep understanding of the data tooling market, both now and how it will continue to evolve. Practically, you will own the roadmap and key performance metrics for a set of products, proactively scoping new UK releases to grow bookings and influencing cross organisational decisions on how to maintain and improve programme retention and quality as we scale. You are the technical point of contact for GTM discovery, often supporting complex deal structures or tooling partnership meetings to maximise alignment between our data products and client needs. You also deeply understand what effective, high impact learning looks like in a technical data context and will support our Admissions, Delivery, Learning and Technology/Product teams to evolve their processes as we launch new products or improve our existing offerings. As we release synchronous and blended learning models, you will be vital in quality assuring our products and supporting other members of the Learning team (such as Senior Programme Designers and Technical Learning Designers) to make the right choices to maximise learner engagement. What You'll Do Portfolio Strategy Data Product Roadmap: Own the development and iteration of a subset of our Data product offerings by analysing data (both internal and external) to improve net new bookings, customer retention and learner retention Market Alignment: Validate our assumptions and competitor analysis in the market in partnership with Product Marketing, shaping how we communicate technical value and competitor positioning Horizon Scanning: Stay ahead of the curve on data and tooling trends to identify new skills development pain points and opportunities Investment Validation: Support GTM, Finance and our Delivery teams to scope custom data offerings, balancing market potential against the technical investment required. Product Development, Launch & Iteration Learning Squad Management and Prioritisation: work collaboratively with stakeholders across the business to create compliant apprenticeship curricula which meet learner and client needs. Use data and insights (qualitative and quantitative) to identify and prioritise opportunities for growth and improvement, including managing the backlog and prioritisation of improvements for wider Learning team members and teams external to Learning Organisational enablement and readiness: support partners in Delivery, Admissions and Product to assess and enable the readiness of our systems and people to deliver a high quality learning experience Proactive Risk Mitigation: Identify and elevate risks across all levels in the organisation, including C Suite, to ensure products remain on track to hit quality benchmarks. Agile Feedback Integration: Establish and lead rigorous feedback loops for your products. You won't just "collect" feedback; you will find effective ways to synthesise what you are hearing from different sources including our own internal delivery teams, learners and clients Expert Credibility: Serve as the internal and external "voice" of the data practitioner, building trust with technical leaders and stakeholders at all levels What You'll Bring Data Domain Expertise: A strong background in data upskilling with an existing network of experts and sources you trust to help you stay at the cutting edge-you understand the difference between a data warehouse and a data lake, and you know which libraries or tools are currently (or soon to be) essential for the modern data stack in a range of customer types Product or Curriculum Launch Experience: Proven experience working with a broad cross functional group of stakeholders to launch learning products and their ongoing improvements Confident Written and Oral Communication at all levels: You switch with ease from talking about the technical specifications of a new learning lab environment, to effectively raising a risk with the SLT on product performance, to convincing a Chief Data Officer on the ROI your products bring to his business metrics. You actively enjoy thinking about how to influence these different stakeholders Ability to distinguish between signal and noise: You know how to make stakeholders feel heard whilst holding the line on what is right to prioritise and why. You effectively balance the need to improve learner experience with the practical realities of working with constrained resources A strong vision for applied learning: you strongly believe in the power of apprenticeship and applied learning models to supercharge the acquisition of data skills and you bring vision and expertise both internally and externally to how to do this effectively AI enabled practices: you are confident in building and using AI workflows to automate research, development and reporting tasks, and are excited about embracing AI to help you spend time on the tasks which most need your expertise Preferred Skills and Qualifications Relevant industry experience: work experience in a data aligned field such as Data Science, Analytics or Engineering Instructional Literacy: Experience with cohort based or online content creation, specifically within technical or professional training Regulatory Knowledge Experience working within regulated structures (e.g., UK Apprenticeship Levy) is a significant plus. Benefits Time off - 27 days holiday, plus 5 additional days off: 1 life event day, 2 volunteer days, 2 company wide wellbeing days (M Powered Weekend) and 8 bank holidays per year Health & Wellness - private medical Insurance with Bupa, a medical cashback scheme, life insurance, gym membership & wellness resources through Wellhub and access to Spill - all in one mental health support Hybrid work offering - for most roles we collaborate in the office three days per week with the exception of Coaches and Instructors who collaborate in the office once a month Work from anywhere scheme - you'll have the opportunity to work from anywhere, up to 10 days per year Space to connect - Beyond the desk, we make time for weekly catch ups, seasonal celebrations, and have a kitchen that's always stocked! Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We're an equal opportunities employer. And proud of it. Every applicant and employee is afforded the same opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. This will never change. Read our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion policy here. Our Commitment to Safeguarding Multiverse is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners. We expect all employees to share this commitment and adhere to our Safeguarding Policy, our Prevent Policy and all other Multiverse company policies. Successful applicants will be required to undertake at least a Basic check via the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). For roles that will involve a Regulated Activity, successful applicants must also undergo an Enhanced DBS check, including a Children's Barred List check and a Prohibition Order check. Roles involving Regulated Activity may interact with vulnerable groups, therefore are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 meaning applicants are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Providing false information is an offence and could result in the application being rejected or summary dismissal if the applicant has been selected, and possible referral to the police and the DBS.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Multiverse is the upskilling platform for AI and Tech adoption. We have partnered with 1,500+ companies to deliver a new kind of learning that's transforming today's workforce. Our upskilling apprenticeships are designed for people of any age and career stage to build critical AI, data, and tech skills. Our learners have driven $2bn+ ROI for their employers, using the skills they've learned to improve productivity and measurable performance. In June 2022, we announced a $220 million Series D funding round co led by StepStone Group, Lightspeed Venture Partners and General Catalyst. With a post money valuation of $1.7 bn, the round makes us the UK's first EdTech unicorn. But we're not stopping there. With a strong operational footprint and 800+ employees, we have ambitious plans to continue scaling. We're building a world where tech skills unlock people's potential and output. Join Multiverse and power our mission to equip the workforce to win in the AI era. The Portfolio Lead curates a world class UK apprenticeship product set focused on Data upskilling. Working as one of two dedicated leads within our Data vertical, you are a data literate strategist who isn't shy about your passion for how data literacy, machine learning and advanced analytics are reshaping the workforce. You have a deep understanding of the data tooling market, both now and how it will continue to evolve. Practically, you will own the roadmap and key performance metrics for a set of products, proactively scoping new UK releases to grow bookings and influencing cross organisational decisions on how to maintain and improve programme retention and quality as we scale. You are the technical point of contact for GTM discovery, often supporting complex deal structures or tooling partnership meetings to maximise alignment between our data products and client needs. You also deeply understand what effective, high impact learning looks like in a technical data context and will support our Admissions, Delivery, Learning and Technology/Product teams to evolve their processes as we launch new products or improve our existing offerings. As we release synchronous and blended learning models, you will be vital in quality assuring our products and supporting other members of the Learning team (such as Senior Programme Designers and Technical Learning Designers) to make the right choices to maximise learner engagement. What You'll Do Portfolio Strategy Data Product Roadmap: Own the development and iteration of a subset of our Data product offerings by analysing data (both internal and external) to improve net new bookings, customer retention and learner retention Market Alignment: Validate our assumptions and competitor analysis in the market in partnership with Product Marketing, shaping how we communicate technical value and competitor positioning Horizon Scanning: Stay ahead of the curve on data and tooling trends to identify new skills development pain points and opportunities Investment Validation: Support GTM, Finance and our Delivery teams to scope custom data offerings, balancing market potential against the technical investment required. Product Development, Launch & Iteration Learning Squad Management and Prioritisation: work collaboratively with stakeholders across the business to create compliant apprenticeship curricula which meet learner and client needs. Use data and insights (qualitative and quantitative) to identify and prioritise opportunities for growth and improvement, including managing the backlog and prioritisation of improvements for wider Learning team members and teams external to Learning Organisational enablement and readiness: support partners in Delivery, Admissions and Product to assess and enable the readiness of our systems and people to deliver a high quality learning experience Proactive Risk Mitigation: Identify and elevate risks across all levels in the organisation, including C Suite, to ensure products remain on track to hit quality benchmarks. Agile Feedback Integration: Establish and lead rigorous feedback loops for your products. You won't just "collect" feedback; you will find effective ways to synthesise what you are hearing from different sources including our own internal delivery teams, learners and clients Expert Credibility: Serve as the internal and external "voice" of the data practitioner, building trust with technical leaders and stakeholders at all levels What You'll Bring Data Domain Expertise: A strong background in data upskilling with an existing network of experts and sources you trust to help you stay at the cutting edge-you understand the difference between a data warehouse and a data lake, and you know which libraries or tools are currently (or soon to be) essential for the modern data stack in a range of customer types Product or Curriculum Launch Experience: Proven experience working with a broad cross functional group of stakeholders to launch learning products and their ongoing improvements Confident Written and Oral Communication at all levels: You switch with ease from talking about the technical specifications of a new learning lab environment, to effectively raising a risk with the SLT on product performance, to convincing a Chief Data Officer on the ROI your products bring to his business metrics. You actively enjoy thinking about how to influence these different stakeholders Ability to distinguish between signal and noise: You know how to make stakeholders feel heard whilst holding the line on what is right to prioritise and why. You effectively balance the need to improve learner experience with the practical realities of working with constrained resources A strong vision for applied learning: you strongly believe in the power of apprenticeship and applied learning models to supercharge the acquisition of data skills and you bring vision and expertise both internally and externally to how to do this effectively AI enabled practices: you are confident in building and using AI workflows to automate research, development and reporting tasks, and are excited about embracing AI to help you spend time on the tasks which most need your expertise Preferred Skills and Qualifications Relevant industry experience: work experience in a data aligned field such as Data Science, Analytics or Engineering Instructional Literacy: Experience with cohort based or online content creation, specifically within technical or professional training Regulatory Knowledge Experience working within regulated structures (e.g., UK Apprenticeship Levy) is a significant plus. Benefits Time off - 27 days holiday, plus 5 additional days off: 1 life event day, 2 volunteer days, 2 company wide wellbeing days (M Powered Weekend) and 8 bank holidays per year Health & Wellness - private medical Insurance with Bupa, a medical cashback scheme, life insurance, gym membership & wellness resources through Wellhub and access to Spill - all in one mental health support Hybrid work offering - for most roles we collaborate in the office three days per week with the exception of Coaches and Instructors who collaborate in the office once a month Work from anywhere scheme - you'll have the opportunity to work from anywhere, up to 10 days per year Space to connect - Beyond the desk, we make time for weekly catch ups, seasonal celebrations, and have a kitchen that's always stocked! Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We're an equal opportunities employer. And proud of it. Every applicant and employee is afforded the same opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. This will never change. Read our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion policy here. Our Commitment to Safeguarding Multiverse is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners. We expect all employees to share this commitment and adhere to our Safeguarding Policy, our Prevent Policy and all other Multiverse company policies. Successful applicants will be required to undertake at least a Basic check via the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). For roles that will involve a Regulated Activity, successful applicants must also undergo an Enhanced DBS check, including a Children's Barred List check and a Prohibition Order check. Roles involving Regulated Activity may interact with vulnerable groups, therefore are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 meaning applicants are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Providing false information is an offence and could result in the application being rejected or summary dismissal if the applicant has been selected, and possible referral to the police and the DBS.
Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) Join a rewarding opportunity supporting volunteer management, training delivery and community engagement within a multi-agency, safeguarding-focused environment, contributing to meaningful social impact. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Volunteer Manager, Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Community Engagement Officer, Programme Coordinator, Support Services Coordinator, Volunteer Lead SALARY: £24,970 pro rata (Actual Salary for 18.5 Hours per Week, £12,485 per annum) LOCATION: Woking, Surrey at least 1 day per week and visiting other locations in Surrey JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Fixed Term 12 Month Contract (starting 1st June 2026) WORKING HOURS: 18.5 Hours per Week (There is some flexibility around days / hours / working patterns. But this will need to include Thursday and Friday each week - some occasional evening work will be required) JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) to support the delivery and development of a volunteer programme within a specialist intervention service addressing domestic abuse. As a Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) you will coordinate volunteers supporting participants through structured case management, helping individuals set goals, manage risk and build stability. The role involves training delivery, stakeholder engagement and safeguarding-focused support. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, the Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) will contribute to programme development, volunteer supervision and community outreach. This is a varied role requiring strong organisation skills, communication and the ability to manage complex information. This is an excellent opportunity for a Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) with experience in volunteering, safeguarding, or multi-agency environments who is passionate about supporting positive behavioural change and community safety. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now with your CV along with a Short Covering Letter detailing your reasons for applying and why you feel you are suitable for this role. DUTIES Your duties as the Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) include: Volunteer Coordination and Support: Oversee the day-to-day engagement, supervision and development of volunteers Training Delivery: Facilitate inductions and ongoing training to ensure volunteers meet required standards Stakeholder Engagement: Attend partnership meetings and represent the service across multi-agency settings Risk Management: Support volunteers in understanding and managing risks when working with complex cases Programme Promotion: Champion the initiative and support awareness across partner organisations Event Coordination: Organise and participate in community outreach events and stakeholder sessions Volunteer Recruitment: Assist with interviewing, onboarding and supporting individuals with lived experience Data and Documentation: Maintain accurate records, case tracking and ensure compliance with data protection Feedback and Evaluation: Gather feedback from volunteers and participants to support continuous improvement Relationship Building: Develop effective working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL: Previous experience in volunteer coordination, community engagement or support services Proven experience of working within safeguarding frameworks and risk management environments Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders Experience with training delivery, mentoring or supporting individuals Ability to organise and manage a varied workload with competing priorities Good IT skills including Microsoft Office, databases and case management systems Ability to analyse information and contribute to informed decision-making A team-focused approach with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills Willingness to travel for meetings and events DESIRABLE: Understanding of the voluntary sector and volunteer management frameworks Experience within a multi-agency or partnership environment Knowledge of domestic abuse or criminal justice systems Experience delivering structured training or inductions Relevant qualification such as Level 3 in Volunteer Management This role is subject to an Enhanced Adult & Child Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check CLOSING DATE: 1st May 2026 HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV along with a short covering letter detailing your reasons for applying and why you feel you are suitable. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-C14618 Part-Time, Fixed Term Contract Social Care Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Woking, Surrey. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ
May 14, 2026
Contractor
Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) Join a rewarding opportunity supporting volunteer management, training delivery and community engagement within a multi-agency, safeguarding-focused environment, contributing to meaningful social impact. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Volunteer Manager, Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Community Engagement Officer, Programme Coordinator, Support Services Coordinator, Volunteer Lead SALARY: £24,970 pro rata (Actual Salary for 18.5 Hours per Week, £12,485 per annum) LOCATION: Woking, Surrey at least 1 day per week and visiting other locations in Surrey JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Fixed Term 12 Month Contract (starting 1st June 2026) WORKING HOURS: 18.5 Hours per Week (There is some flexibility around days / hours / working patterns. But this will need to include Thursday and Friday each week - some occasional evening work will be required) JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) to support the delivery and development of a volunteer programme within a specialist intervention service addressing domestic abuse. As a Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) you will coordinate volunteers supporting participants through structured case management, helping individuals set goals, manage risk and build stability. The role involves training delivery, stakeholder engagement and safeguarding-focused support. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, the Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) will contribute to programme development, volunteer supervision and community outreach. This is a varied role requiring strong organisation skills, communication and the ability to manage complex information. This is an excellent opportunity for a Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) with experience in volunteering, safeguarding, or multi-agency environments who is passionate about supporting positive behavioural change and community safety. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now with your CV along with a Short Covering Letter detailing your reasons for applying and why you feel you are suitable for this role. DUTIES Your duties as the Volunteer Coordinator (Community & Programme Support) include: Volunteer Coordination and Support: Oversee the day-to-day engagement, supervision and development of volunteers Training Delivery: Facilitate inductions and ongoing training to ensure volunteers meet required standards Stakeholder Engagement: Attend partnership meetings and represent the service across multi-agency settings Risk Management: Support volunteers in understanding and managing risks when working with complex cases Programme Promotion: Champion the initiative and support awareness across partner organisations Event Coordination: Organise and participate in community outreach events and stakeholder sessions Volunteer Recruitment: Assist with interviewing, onboarding and supporting individuals with lived experience Data and Documentation: Maintain accurate records, case tracking and ensure compliance with data protection Feedback and Evaluation: Gather feedback from volunteers and participants to support continuous improvement Relationship Building: Develop effective working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL: Previous experience in volunteer coordination, community engagement or support services Proven experience of working within safeguarding frameworks and risk management environments Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders Experience with training delivery, mentoring or supporting individuals Ability to organise and manage a varied workload with competing priorities Good IT skills including Microsoft Office, databases and case management systems Ability to analyse information and contribute to informed decision-making A team-focused approach with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills Willingness to travel for meetings and events DESIRABLE: Understanding of the voluntary sector and volunteer management frameworks Experience within a multi-agency or partnership environment Knowledge of domestic abuse or criminal justice systems Experience delivering structured training or inductions Relevant qualification such as Level 3 in Volunteer Management This role is subject to an Enhanced Adult & Child Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check CLOSING DATE: 1st May 2026 HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV along with a short covering letter detailing your reasons for applying and why you feel you are suitable. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-C14618 Part-Time, Fixed Term Contract Social Care Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Woking, Surrey. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ
This role has a starting salary of 23,571 - .50 per annum based on a 18 hour working week. This is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027. For SCC permanent team members, this role will be a secondment. Within our Design and Transformation Service, we have several vacancies for Project Managers, that will work as part of our Delivery team to support the Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation programme - the largest change to the local government landscape in 50 years. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role manages key projects that drive the Council's transformation, ensuring delivery within time, scope, and budget while aligning with strategic priorities. You will work with Programme Managers and cross-functional teams to plan projects, manage resources, and implement change for safe, compliant, and efficient unitary authorities. Tracking milestones, you'll report progress, risks, and issues to senior leaders, and proactively address challenges. The position requires effective stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle and maintaining up-to-date documentation such as plans, schedules, and reports, all in line with programme goals and expected transformative outcomes. About Us The design and transformation teams are dedicated to shaping, driving, and facilitating sustainable change and improvement for residents in Surrey. By partnering with, challenging, and supporting our stakeholders, we strive to achieve better outcomes for our residents, against a challenging financial context. Our Design & Transformation service is a hub of innovation and improvement, driving strategic change across Surrey County Council. The team is structured into three key areas: Design -focusing on service and business redesign Transformation -delivering change programmes and projects Data -enabling evidence-based decision-making We work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating across departments to deliver high-impact transformation initiatives. Our mission is to improve outcomes for residents, enhance efficiency, and embed a culture of continuous improvement. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence the following skills: Solid professional knowledge supported by relevant qualifications and experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills across varied environments. Demonstrated success in managing and delivering complex public sector projects and change initiatives. Advanced analytical abilities, using data and judgment to solve problems and improve processes. Able to lead confidently, work independently, and collaborate effectively for lasting impact. Local Government Reorganisation experience Experience working with/in Adult Social Care, Public Health, or Commissioning To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Looking at our advert and considering Surrey County Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind",please tell us what it is about the Project Manager role within the Local Government Reorganisation team that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that will enable you to successfully manage complex change projects and collaborate effectively with senior officers, partners, and stakeholders across Surrey County Council? What three qualities do you have that would make you a successful Project Manager, and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability during this significant transformation programme? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st May 2026 with interviews planned to follow. 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. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Commitment Wording We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
May 14, 2026
Contractor
This role has a starting salary of 23,571 - .50 per annum based on a 18 hour working week. This is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027. For SCC permanent team members, this role will be a secondment. Within our Design and Transformation Service, we have several vacancies for Project Managers, that will work as part of our Delivery team to support the Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation programme - the largest change to the local government landscape in 50 years. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role manages key projects that drive the Council's transformation, ensuring delivery within time, scope, and budget while aligning with strategic priorities. You will work with Programme Managers and cross-functional teams to plan projects, manage resources, and implement change for safe, compliant, and efficient unitary authorities. Tracking milestones, you'll report progress, risks, and issues to senior leaders, and proactively address challenges. The position requires effective stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle and maintaining up-to-date documentation such as plans, schedules, and reports, all in line with programme goals and expected transformative outcomes. About Us The design and transformation teams are dedicated to shaping, driving, and facilitating sustainable change and improvement for residents in Surrey. By partnering with, challenging, and supporting our stakeholders, we strive to achieve better outcomes for our residents, against a challenging financial context. Our Design & Transformation service is a hub of innovation and improvement, driving strategic change across Surrey County Council. The team is structured into three key areas: Design -focusing on service and business redesign Transformation -delivering change programmes and projects Data -enabling evidence-based decision-making We work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating across departments to deliver high-impact transformation initiatives. Our mission is to improve outcomes for residents, enhance efficiency, and embed a culture of continuous improvement. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence the following skills: Solid professional knowledge supported by relevant qualifications and experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills across varied environments. Demonstrated success in managing and delivering complex public sector projects and change initiatives. Advanced analytical abilities, using data and judgment to solve problems and improve processes. Able to lead confidently, work independently, and collaborate effectively for lasting impact. Local Government Reorganisation experience Experience working with/in Adult Social Care, Public Health, or Commissioning To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Looking at our advert and considering Surrey County Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind",please tell us what it is about the Project Manager role within the Local Government Reorganisation team that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that will enable you to successfully manage complex change projects and collaborate effectively with senior officers, partners, and stakeholders across Surrey County Council? What three qualities do you have that would make you a successful Project Manager, and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability during this significant transformation programme? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st May 2026 with interviews planned to follow. 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. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Commitment Wording We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Triage & Early Interventions Officer to join the Domestic Abuse team in North Wales working 30 hours per week. The ability to converse in Welsh is desirable for this role. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you. What we offer At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role This role is based in the Victim Help Centre, in St Asaph, North Wales and working in liaison with North Wales Police and other relevant agencies. As a Triage & Early Intervention Officer you will: contact Victims by telephone to undertake a comprehensive needs assessment and commission a range of services to support identified needs as appropriate. refer victims to partner agencies and contact approved suppliers to deliver services to victims. make direct referrals to appropriate colleagues and allocate Victim Support workers for further support. identify and manage the victims immediate service needs and contribute towards risk assessment processes whilst following agreed safe contact processes and securely recording contacts. build trust and confidence with victims who will be vulnerable and have complex needs. Level 4 Welsh Language skills and the ability to communicate fluently through the medium of Welsh is desirable for this role. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
May 14, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Triage & Early Interventions Officer to join the Domestic Abuse team in North Wales working 30 hours per week. The ability to converse in Welsh is desirable for this role. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you. What we offer At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role This role is based in the Victim Help Centre, in St Asaph, North Wales and working in liaison with North Wales Police and other relevant agencies. As a Triage & Early Intervention Officer you will: contact Victims by telephone to undertake a comprehensive needs assessment and commission a range of services to support identified needs as appropriate. refer victims to partner agencies and contact approved suppliers to deliver services to victims. make direct referrals to appropriate colleagues and allocate Victim Support workers for further support. identify and manage the victims immediate service needs and contribute towards risk assessment processes whilst following agreed safe contact processes and securely recording contacts. build trust and confidence with victims who will be vulnerable and have complex needs. Level 4 Welsh Language skills and the ability to communicate fluently through the medium of Welsh is desirable for this role. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.