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Contract: Ongoing Temp Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Passenger Assistant on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Passenger Transport Unit department. You will be working with the general public and transporting up to 16 passengers at any one given time. You will need a D1 category on your driving licence. To be successful in this role you will need to have worked in a similar role previously. About the Passenger Assitants: Safely transport passengers to various locations across Luton Create a safe, supportive atmosphere for passenger in line with safety guidelines Ensure all safety checks are carried out in line with standard procedures Check vehicles to ensure they are clean and fuelled appropriately Report any incidents within the safety guidelines About you : Proficient communicator in English Experience of driving larger vehicles and understand basic maintenance - basic training will be provided Confident with members of the general public Be able to lift items such as wheelchairs and buggy equipment This position requires Enhanced DBS check. About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? Our Petersfield store in Hampshire, is currently looking for its next Joint Venture Partner. This store is available as a full purchase and would be an ideal opportunity for an Optometrist looking for their first investment. The store comprises of 2 testing rooms with a small team of 4 well trained retail colleagues including an Assistant Store Manager. As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.

Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? Our Westwood Cross store in Broadstairs , Kent is currently looking for its next Joint Venture Partner. This store could be available as a full or partial investment depending on your situation. The store comprises of 2 testing rooms and is due to expand to 3 and has a small team of 6 employed retail colleagues including an Assistant Store Manager and Dispensing Optician. As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.

Role Overview Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.

Role Purpose: The Systems & Information Assistant will support the day to day activities of our team including maintaining/inputting property related information accurately & efficiently into our systems . To provide technical support to users of all property information systems and assist with reporting and analysis of data. The post holder will assist other members of the team in: - Maintaining and updating data as required. - Providing support on adhoc/ high priority projects/tasks. - Supporting automation request. - Supporting the use of data quality tools. - Data analysis tasks. Work Context: Our Systems & Information Assistant will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge of systems and data analysis and will be able to work across both the systems and data areas of the team. This will involve matrix management by the Senior Systems Analyst and Senior Data Analyst. Our team currently operates from our Woodhatch office in Reigate. However, meetings will occur at other sites to which you will be required to attend. Staff will be expected to operate in a flexible way to meet the needs of our customers and work demands, using agile working methods that allow business to be conducted from multiple locations. There is opportunity for flexible working and this can include working from home or from any of our offices. Representative Accountabilities: Planning & Organising Support senior colleagues to deliver initiatives and projects as required. Deliver a range of administrative and/or customer services in support of existing systems or processes to agreed standards, to maximise service quality and continuity. Policy and Compliance Adhere to established standards of service delivery to support any associated regulatory or technical compliance requirements. People & partnerships Receive and respond to everyday enquiries from colleagues and customers to provide a timely, courteous and effective service. May be required to assist in the recruitment, selection and supervision processes to ensure high standards of team delivery. Resources May be required to raise invoices and manage payments. Analysis, Reporting & Documentation Provide and manipulate data for statistical purposes and run and present standard reports. Assist in undertaking research and analysis of information and prepare reports in prescribed formats. Prepare and dispatch a range of correspondence/ documents to ensure efficient response to enquiries and timely conclusion of any process connected with the defined area of activity. Duties for all Values: To uphold the values and behaviours of the organisation. Equality & Diversity: To work inclusively, with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity. Health, Safety & Welfare: To maintain high standards of Health, Safety and Welfare at work and take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others. To have regard to and comply with safeguarding policy and procedure as appropriate. Personal Characteristics: Minimum 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, or equivalent, or able to evidence ability at an equivalent level. Willingness to undertake professional/vocational study where appropriate. Basic understanding of the relevant area of work. Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to build sound relationships with customers. Good IT skills including database management systems, email and MS Office . Ability to work with others to improve customer service. Good administrative, analytical and organisational skills. Able to prioritise and plan own workload in the context of conflicting priorities and work on own initiative. A methodical approach to information gathering, recording and reporting. Typically previous relevant work experience in an environment supporting staff and/or public. Details of the specific qualifications: Experience of inputting, managing and analysing large volumes of data Experience of reporting on data Experience of working with Computer Aided Design (CAD) (Desired) Excellent MS Excel Skills Experience of using with SharePoint Experience of working as part of a team. Role Summary: Roles at this level typically work as part of a team to provide technical support and assistance within a given discipline and assist senior colleagues with their duties. They will carry out a range of technical administrative support or practical tasks using knowledge of general office routines and procedures, together with a broad understanding of the specific work of the service area. The work is within established processes and procedures and while it may not be subject to direct supervision, guidance is readily available. They will be expected to organise their own workload and set their own priorities within short, e.g. day-to-day or week-to-week timescales, usually reacting to clear deadlines or processes. They support more senior staff by executing the detailed processes in specific aspects of the service area and will be fully versed in all the procedures of their specialism. Connect2Surrey is a trading style of Surrey & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Surrey County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Surrey is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in our business, where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of a Vision Express store, including the sales, customer service and staff management. You'll get a real scope to put your passion into practice and be fully rewarded for the difference that you can make, all with the backing of an established, trusted brand. Your passion for optics will support our ambition to 'Create Joy in Vision' for our customers maximising their lifestyle through appropriate eyecare and eyewear solutions. About us We are Vision Express - with over 600 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica are the global leaders in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognized vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brand include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. To be successful in the role, here are a few things we will look for: Be passionate about eyecare and our brand - This is essential, as you'll be responsible for providing high-quality eyecare for your customers Have a strong business acumen - You'll need to be able to manage the store effectively and make financial decisions Great communication at all levels with the ability to build rapport with both customers and colleagues Be a team player - you're part of a larger Vision Express team to, so you'll need to work effectively with others Be adaptable - the optical industry is constantly changing and is fast-paced, so you'll need to be able to adapt to these changes and work well under pressure and be able to handle challenging situations Be committed to excellence - you'll have the passion, drive, and enthusiasm to be the best and provide the best service to your customers, but also, your colleagues. What's on offer? Building a Financial Asset - hard work goes into building a financial asset, this is your chance to maximise a future sell on value once the business is established Financial Benefit - As a Partner, you'll have a stable income with a competitive salary in line with your role as a partner as well the benefits from taking home dividends. Support Office Team - Support from a wide range of HR Teams such as; Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Training, HR Business Partners and wider departments; Finance, IT, Marketing, Legal, JV Operations Team & Property. Business Operations Manager - You'll have a dedicated field Operations Manager on hand to support every store within the region vis phone, F2F or email. As a partner, you're entitled to all of the above as well as the JV Director Package which includes; A competitive salary Private medical cover for you and your family Life assurance 18x your salary Income protection Auto-enrolment pension Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the EssilorLuxottica One Sight Foundation Discounts for friends and family Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support to emotional support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as health cash plan, additional life cover, critical illness cover and dental cover Flexible lifestyle benefits such as Gymflex, Gourmet Society Cards, Taste Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our cycle to work scheme And so much more!

Location: Working across offices in Runcorn and Widnes Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Pay Rate: Up to 16.08 per hour Halton People into Jobs is looking for a passionate and motivated Employment Specialist to join our dedicated Welfare to Work and Health team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support residents across Halton in overcoming barriers to employment and progressing towards sustainable careers. Working under the direction of the Welfare to Work and Health Manager, you will deliver a bespoke employment support service to individuals aged 16+, helping them seek, obtain and sustain employment through tailored guidance, coaching and practical support. Key Responsibilities Manage a varied caseload of participants aged 16+ using a flexible, multi-channel approach including face-to-face, telephone, video and digital engagement. Deliver personalised employment support, advice and guidance to unemployed, economically inactive individuals and those at risk of redundancy or job loss. Conduct assessments to identify individual needs, barriers and employment goals, creating tailored action plans to support progression. Deliver Job Hubs, CV writing sessions and interview skills workshops. Support participants with job searching, applications, work experience opportunities and employability skills development. Use CRM and bespoke IT systems to accurately record interventions, progress and outcomes. Liaise with employers, training providers, Jobcentre Plus and partner agencies to identify suitable opportunities for participants. Carry out "better off in work" calculations to help individuals understand the financial benefits of employment. Signpost and refer participants to specialist support services including debt advice, addictions support and wellbeing services where appropriate. Work towards service targets and contractual outcomes while maintaining excellent standards of customer support and data accuracy. About You We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping people achieve positive outcomes and who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Essential Requirements Level 3 qualification in a business, employment, training or care-related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Experience working in employability, training or customer support environments. Experience supporting or mentoring individuals, including vulnerable people. Knowledge of the local labour market and barriers to employment. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. Strong IT and digital literacy skills, including Microsoft Office and web-based technologies. Ability to manage a busy workload and work independently using initiative. Experience working to targets and achieving results. Flexible approach with the ability to work across Halton and outside normal office hours if required. Desirable NVQ Level 3 in Information, Advice & Guidance. Experience working on government-funded employment or training programmes. Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or complex barriers to employment. Presentation and representation skills. Emotional intelligence and resilience when managing challenging situations. If you are committed to making a real difference in people's lives and helping residents move towards sustainable employment, we would love to hear from you. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

We are seeking an experienced and qualified finance professional to join the business as a Deputy Director of Finance. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will provide strategic leadership and operational management across the finance function, supporting the businesses financial sustainability, compliance, and long-term planning. The successful candidate will lead on financial planning, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit, funding compliance, and financial governance. You will also act as a key business partner to senior leaders across the business, providing high-quality financial analysis, challenge, and support to inform strategic decision-making. You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or ACA) with significant senior finance experience in a complex organisation. Strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills are essential, along with experience in financial modelling, budgeting, and team management. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Managing the businesses finances in line with changes in the sector Supporting Senior Managers and the Business Corporation Working to provide and enhance the outstanding service provided across business Developing the Finance team in line with the company strategic aims This is a full-time role, based at our Watford Campus. You will also be required to attend meetings and events held at any of our sites and / or community venues. The closing date for applications is Friday 12 June 2026. You'll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you'll be actively encouraged to upskill. We have a free on-site gym at our Watford site and you can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday. Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Non-Construction Solicitor (Associate/Senior Associate) with 5+ years' PQE sought for leading Legal 500 ranked construction department The Opportunity Due to continued growth, my client is looking to hire an experienced Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor to join their Legal 500 ranked Construction team in London. This role has a strong focus on contracts and transactional project work. The team advises on a broad range of high-value and complex matters, including procurement strategies, engineering and construction documentation, joint venture agreements, PFI/PPP arrangements, and alliance agreements. The caseload is genuinely varied, often with an international scope, offering exposure to large, complex projects across multiple sectors. You will work with a diverse client base, including contractors, developers, employers, operators, investors and insurers. This role offers the opportunity to take on significant responsibility, with clear progression prospects and the chance to play a key role in supporting the team's continued expansion at senior level. The Firm Our client is a well-established law firm, with a strong pipeline of work and an excellent platform for senior lawyers to develop their practice. Partners are approachable, and there is a genuine emphasis on career progression and business development. Requirements Qualified lawyer with 5+ years' PQE Strong experience in non-contentious construction matters A mixed background or career changers will be considered, provided you have some relevant non-contentious construction experience Contractor-side experience would be advantageous Benefits Hybrid and flexible working Clear progression structure with direct Partner track High-quality international work and strong client exposure Supportive and collaborative team environment To be considered for this opportunity, please apply or contact Sophie Cogger at Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Lead Development Finance Analyst Location: Hybrid - Greater London House Salary: London - £78,024 - £91,791 per annum, pro rata National - £70,221 - £82,613 per annum, pro rata Hours: 36 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent We have two exciting opportunities for a Lead Development Finance Analyst to join our team covering the London and South region. This role requires you to be the lead finance business partner to Clarion's property development business for the respective region including joint ventures and the strategic land portfolio, critically analysing commercial appraisals and being able to communicate required amendments to non-accountants. Acting as the principal finance representative, you will provide clear advice and guidance to Development Leads to assist in improving the financial performance of schemes and acting as gatekeepers to commercial appraisals, robustly challenging Development on the numbers contained therein. We're looking for you to be a qualified accountant or equivalent, have strong analytical skills, attention to detail and excellent knowledge of MS Excel. With proven experience in property development finance. Please review the full role profile on our website before applying. Salaries are just the starting point. Here at Clarion we're dedicated to rewarding hard work and commitment, and providing benefits that support you and your lifestyle. Not sure who we are and what we do? Click 'apply' to visit our website where you can dive in and find out more about us and the benefits we offer. Closing Date: Monday 25th May 2026 at midnight. This is a hybrid role with a base location at our offices in Camden, London. Candidates will be expected to work from the office at least 2 or 3 days per week. Occasional travel to sites may be required. At Clarion Housing Group, we support the responsible use of AI. Please visit our website to view your guide to using AI during your recruitment process. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment. This vacancy may close without notice.

Head of Corporate/Commercial Department (8PQE+) Location: Stroud or Gloucester ( hybrid/flexible working available) Role Overview A well-established and progressive regional law firm is seeking an exceptional Head of Corporate/Commercial to lead and develop its growing department. This opportunity will particularly appeal to a senior lawyer looking for a fresh challenge, greater strategic influence, and the chance to shape a practice area with real autonomy. The role offers an alternative to traditional partnership structures for those wanting to step away from fee-earning alone and into a position where leadership, direction-setting and longer-term impact are central. As a Board-backed department head, you will influence firm-wide strategy, mentor future talent and play a key role in the continued expansion of the firm's corporate and commercial offering. For an accomplished corporate/commercial solicitor who feels ready for broader responsibility, renewed challenge and the ability to leave a lasting legacy, this role represents a compelling next step. Key Responsibilities: Departmental Leadership & Strategy Setting and delivering the strategic vision for the Corporate/Commercial department in line with wider firm objectives. Leading, motivating and developing a team of lawyers and support staff. Establishing effective workflows, quality controls and compliance standards. Client Advisory & Complex Work Managing a high-quality caseload including M&A, shareholder agreements, corporate governance, commercial contracts, restructurings and joint ventures. Acting as a trusted advisor to SMEs, owner-managed businesses and high-value commercial clients. Maintaining hands-on involvement in complex matters while balancing leadership responsibilities. Business Development & Profile Building Developing new client relationships and strengthening existing ones to drive sustainable growth. Representing the department externally through networking, referrals and profile-raising activity. Playing a central role in shaping and delivering firm-wide growth initiatives. People Development & Mentoring Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, supporting progression and long-term retention. Building a collaborative, high-performing departmental culture with a clear sense of direction. The Ideal Candidate Significant PQE (ideally 8+ years) with a strong mix of both corporate and commercial work. A senior lawyer who is motivated by influence, leadership and departmental ownership rather than title alone. Experience handling complex, high-value matters with a commercial, pragmatic approach. A track record of developing client relationships and contributing to business growth. Prior experience supervising or mentoring lawyers. Strategic, confident and personable, with the appetite to drive change and take ownership of outcomes. Working Arrangement & Package Role based in Stroud or Gloucester, with hybrid and flexible working available, particularly for candidates bringing strong and relevant experience. Salary will be bespoke, aligned to individual expectations and experience. A comprehensive benefits package and genuine scope to influence direction, culture and long-term success. Any candidates who would like a confidential chat about this role should contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge either on (phone number removed) or via email at .

The Finance Department is seeking a proactive and commercially minded accountant to join our Finance team and provide high-quality financial support across the business. The successful candidate will produce monthly management accounts, budget monitoring reports, financial analysis, and forecasts, while supporting managers to understand financial performance, investigate variances, and identify opportunities for improvement and value for money. Working collaboratively across departments, you will act as a trusted finance contact, building strong relationships with stakeholders and providing clear financial guidance and challenge where required. The role also involves supporting continuous improvement in financial systems, reporting processes, and management information to help strengthen financial control, efficiency, and data quality across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant with strong analytical skills, management accounting experience, and a customer-focused approach to join a supportive and forward-thinking Finance team in a varied and rewarding role. This will be a full-time position and will be based at our Watford office. The closing date for applications is Friday 5 June 2026. You will have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you will be actively encouraged to upskill. We have a free on-site gym at our Watford site, and you can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday. Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Interim Head of Service - Planning & Development Halton Borough Council 300 per day 6-Month Initial Contract Hybrid Working (2 Days per Week On Site) Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced and strategic Interim Head of Service - Planning & Development to lead a broad portfolio of high-profile planning, development and regulatory services during a key period of delivery and transformation. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior local government professional with extensive leadership experience across planning and development functions to make a significant impact within a progressive local authority. The Role Reporting to the Operational Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the Council's: Development Management and Enforcement Building Control Contaminated Land Local Plan Transport Strategy Teams You will ensure services meet all statutory obligations, operational requirements, agreed performance targets and budgetary expectations, while driving forward service improvement and policy development. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver agreed programmes of activity across the service areas in consultation with the Operational Director. Oversee implementation of strategic, policy and operational priorities, reporting to senior management, elected members and partnership bodies. Represent the Council as the Local Planning Authority in negotiations with developers, external meetings, public inquiries, court proceedings and Ombudsman investigations. Lead on the development and delivery of evidence-based planning and transport policies and strategies. Maintain and progress the Local Development Scheme and relevant transport planning strategies in line with Council, Combined Authority and Northern Powerhouse priorities. Build effective relationships with national, regional and European bodies to influence future planning policy and legislation. Oversee key external service contracts, including: Merseyside Environmental Advisory Service Cheshire West and Chester Heritage and Conservation Advice Building Control collaboration with Knowsley Borough Council Provide leadership and direction to all staff within the Division, ensuring effective application of HR policies and maintaining professional competency standards. Take responsibility for financial monitoring, budget management and reporting across the Division. Support organisational change and continuous service improvement initiatives. About You To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate: Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualification/experience in Planning or a related discipline such as Building Control, Environmental Planning or Transport Planning. Significant management experience within a local authority or similarly complex organisation. Extensive experience within one or more relevant service areas. Strong experience working with elected members and senior stakeholders. Proven ability to lead operational service delivery and manage organisational change. Experience of staff leadership, supervision and performance management. Sound financial and budget monitoring experience. Strong understanding of performance monitoring frameworks and service improvement. A relevant management qualification would be advantageous. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

As a Senior Business support officer you will be required to do the following: Administrative Duties Support the Business Improvement and Support Manager with the development and delivery of key administrative functions for the designated service area. Line management of administrative staff to ensure effective support and delivery of key functions. Ensure staff are supervised, appropriately trained and have up to date My Annual Reviews. Contribute to service planning and delivery Manage routine enquiries from members of the general public and partner agencies. Work closely with senior managers to ensure services are flexible and in line with business needs. Attend key strategic meetings to contribute to planning and ensure key messages are understand and effectively communicated. Ensure localised administration procedures are relevant, maintained and distributed Manage the organisation of events, trips and related administration. Liaise with Service Leads to provide reports for meetings, ensuring deadlines are met Collation of annual reports, strategies and plans. Maintain registers for e.g. inventory Financial Duties Year-end procedure Responsible and accountable for petty cash where referral to senior manager is only for approval on individual spending items and where the postholder is in overall control Preparation of orders and identification of budget codes Maintain income and expenditure accounts Prepare accounts for audit inspection Responsible for reconciling bank statements monthly for appropriate accounts Employee Support Duties Prepare documentation where tasks require complete accuracy and confidentiality. Liaise with the relevant HR team as appropriate i.e. with respect to the recruitment process and for providing basic advice on HR policies. Responsible for ascertaining cover requirements in support areas and arranging that cover, in conjunction with the appropriate line manager where appropriate. Deliver training to others as directed Supporting recruiting managers with the recruitment of permanent employees and agency workers e.g. input of vacancies onto the recruitment system, planning and preparation for interviews, support on the day of interviews. Arrange temp / casual cover as required and process time sheets as necessary. Staff Supervision Supervise identified groups of staff and assist with the assessment and development of their training needs when required. Data Management Responsible for the management of significant information management systems Responsible and accountable for producing appropriate data for analysis Produce statistical information General Be aware of and comply with divisional and directorate policies and procedures relating to, health and safety, security, confidentiality data protection, child protection and vulnerable adults. Reporting all concerns to the appropriate person. Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the division, directorate and the Council. Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required. Attend and participate in meetings as required. Any other duties commensurate with the duties/responsibilities/grade of the post All staff will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties including duties normally allocated to posts at a lower responsibility level, in pursuance of divisional, directorate and council objectives, and effective team working. Flexibility All staff are expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties including duties normally allocated to posts at a lower responsibility level, in pursuance of section, division, directorate and council aims, and effective team working. This role is NOT Hybrid, You will be required on site 5 days a week. This role is full time, 37 hours a week Monday to Friday, 9AM- 5PM. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Job Title: Lawyer (Adults) Location: Dorchester (Remote) Contract Type: Temporary (3 months) Hours: 37 hours per week Salary : 50- 55 per hour About Us Connect2Dorset is the managed service provider for Dorset Council, delivering high-quality temporary, contract, and interim staffing solutions. We pride ourselves on being an ethical, transparent, and people-focused organisation, committed to supporting both our clients and candidates. About the Role Connect2Dorset is seeking experienced Adults Lawyers to join Dorset Council on a temporary basis for an initial period of 3 months, starting ASAP. This role will involve providing legal advice and representation in a range of Adult Social Care matters, with a particular focus on Court of Protection work and Mental Health law. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload and provide clear, practical legal advice to client departments. At least one successful candidate must have experience of dealing with Deputyship applications in the Court of Protection. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of Adult Social Care legal matters Conduct Welfare and Section 21A applications in the Court of Protection Provide advice relating to Ordinary Residence matters Handle Nearest Relative applications Manage and advise on Deputyship applications Provide legal advice in relation to the Mental Health Act Attend hearings and provide advocacy where required Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external partners Skills & Experience Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant practising certificate Proven experience in Adult Social Care law Experience handling Court of Protection matters, including Welfare and Section 21A applications Knowledge and practical experience of the Mental Health Act Experience advising on Ordinary Residence and Nearest Relative matters At least one candidate must have experience managing Deputyship applications in the Court of Protection Strong communication and case management skills Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage competing priorities effectively Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.