Senior Quality & Compliance Officer Location: Leeds Salary: 45,000 - 47,000 DOE About the Opportunity Major Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected packaging manufacturer in Leeds to recruit an experienced Senior Quality & Compliance Officer . Our client is a highly respected UK manufacturer, they specialise in delivering innovative, high-quality flexible packaging solutions, including printed packaging, bags, pouches, films, and laminated products for brands across the food, home, and consumer goods sectors. With a strong heritage and continued investment in technology and people, they remain at the forefront of their industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-standing business operating from modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. We are seeking a proactive and quality-driven professional with strong compliance expertise and experience within a manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving quality management systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must have full right to work in the UK. What's in it for You? Competitive salary package ( 45,000 - 47,000 DOE) Monday to Thursday 08:45 - 17:00 and Friday 08:45 - 16:30 Early finish every Friday Immediate start available for the right candidate Permanent secure role Genuine long-term progression opportunities Company pension scheme Company sick pay Cycle to Work scheme Health & wellbeing programme On-site canteen facilities Staff discount scheme Role Summary To maintain and monitor where appropriate, our quality and compliance Systems. You will have an impact on plant performance, improving print, manufacturing and quality metrics and ensuring we always remain compliant. An excellent knowledge of BRC packaging standards V7 or above and conducting internal audits is essential in this role to ensure customer service excellence. Record keeping and maintenance of supplier standards. Core Duties/Responsibilities Ensure our compliance to BRC and ISO accreditation requirements Customer focused - dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of customers; gets first hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Drive for Results - constantly and consistently reducing quality complaints & time to respond; pushes oneself and other for best results. Ensuring non-conformances raised during internal and external audits are logged, managed, actioned, closed and action effectiveness is monitored Problem solving - uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, probes all fruitful sources for answers, can see hidden problems, is excellent at honest analysis, looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answer. Aligns employees with the objectives of implementation and improvement results focused at plant level Provides system expertise to plant management and personnel Drives improvement that helps support and deliver the plants planned results Prepare information for quality meetings & host the meeting Completion of monthly quality/complaints analytic reports for senior meetings Be the HARA team leader Be the contact for the pest control contractor, manage visits and issues arising Understand your responsibilities to maintain a safe working environment. Continuous learning Teamwork Sharing a 'can do' attitude Any other duties to meet the needs of the business Health and Safety Workplace Safety: Ensure all employees understand and follow workplace safety protocols and procedures. Hazard Identification: Regularly identify and report potential hazards in the workplace to prevent accidents. Incident Reporting: reporting and documenting of accidents, injuries, and near-misses. Health and Hygiene: Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment to prevent illness and contamination. Training Skill Development: enhance your skills and knowledge relevant to your role. Soft Skills: communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to improve overall workplace efficiency. Diversity and Inclusion: create a respectful and supportive workplace culture. Skills, Capabilities and Attributes Minimum HACCP Level 3. Level 4 preferred Strong knowledge and experience of BRC standards and implementation Lean continuous improvement Clear understanding of manufacturing processes - packaging/print preferred Excellent Communication skills - both report writing and verbal with a strong influence Interpersonal Skills - relates well to all kinds of people throughout the organisation. Builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact and can deal with volatile situations comfortably. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage and prioritise a busy and varied workload. Problem solver and Proactive thinker. Analytical. Ability to work both efficiently and effectively alone, as well as part of a large and varied team. Flexibility and excellent attention to detail is essential. Knowledge of all MS Packages including Excel and Word. Willingness to learn and a strong desire to develop and grow within the organisation. Enjoy working to deadlines and targets in a fast-paced environment. Have experience building relationships and liaising with stakeholders. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail, with ability to check own work Enthusiastic, committed, and flexible to the demands of a fast-paced business with a significant amount of change. Ability to work under pressure. Problem-solving skills. Creativity Positive Work Ethic Team working skills Possess high regard for Health and Safety in the workplace Quality and Hygiene in the workplace Environmental Awareness Why Join? This is your chance to join a company that values its people, supports career progression, and invests in high standards and continuous improvement. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to bring your skills to a dynamic production environment, this is the role for you. How to Apply Sound like the perfect fit? We'd love to see your CV. Please send us your up-to-date CV highlighting your relevant experience. If you're shortlisted, we'll be in touch within 2 working days. INDMG
May 23, 2026
Full time
Senior Quality & Compliance Officer Location: Leeds Salary: 45,000 - 47,000 DOE About the Opportunity Major Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected packaging manufacturer in Leeds to recruit an experienced Senior Quality & Compliance Officer . Our client is a highly respected UK manufacturer, they specialise in delivering innovative, high-quality flexible packaging solutions, including printed packaging, bags, pouches, films, and laminated products for brands across the food, home, and consumer goods sectors. With a strong heritage and continued investment in technology and people, they remain at the forefront of their industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-standing business operating from modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. We are seeking a proactive and quality-driven professional with strong compliance expertise and experience within a manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving quality management systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must have full right to work in the UK. What's in it for You? Competitive salary package ( 45,000 - 47,000 DOE) Monday to Thursday 08:45 - 17:00 and Friday 08:45 - 16:30 Early finish every Friday Immediate start available for the right candidate Permanent secure role Genuine long-term progression opportunities Company pension scheme Company sick pay Cycle to Work scheme Health & wellbeing programme On-site canteen facilities Staff discount scheme Role Summary To maintain and monitor where appropriate, our quality and compliance Systems. You will have an impact on plant performance, improving print, manufacturing and quality metrics and ensuring we always remain compliant. An excellent knowledge of BRC packaging standards V7 or above and conducting internal audits is essential in this role to ensure customer service excellence. Record keeping and maintenance of supplier standards. Core Duties/Responsibilities Ensure our compliance to BRC and ISO accreditation requirements Customer focused - dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of customers; gets first hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Drive for Results - constantly and consistently reducing quality complaints & time to respond; pushes oneself and other for best results. Ensuring non-conformances raised during internal and external audits are logged, managed, actioned, closed and action effectiveness is monitored Problem solving - uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, probes all fruitful sources for answers, can see hidden problems, is excellent at honest analysis, looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answer. Aligns employees with the objectives of implementation and improvement results focused at plant level Provides system expertise to plant management and personnel Drives improvement that helps support and deliver the plants planned results Prepare information for quality meetings & host the meeting Completion of monthly quality/complaints analytic reports for senior meetings Be the HARA team leader Be the contact for the pest control contractor, manage visits and issues arising Understand your responsibilities to maintain a safe working environment. Continuous learning Teamwork Sharing a 'can do' attitude Any other duties to meet the needs of the business Health and Safety Workplace Safety: Ensure all employees understand and follow workplace safety protocols and procedures. Hazard Identification: Regularly identify and report potential hazards in the workplace to prevent accidents. Incident Reporting: reporting and documenting of accidents, injuries, and near-misses. Health and Hygiene: Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment to prevent illness and contamination. Training Skill Development: enhance your skills and knowledge relevant to your role. Soft Skills: communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to improve overall workplace efficiency. Diversity and Inclusion: create a respectful and supportive workplace culture. Skills, Capabilities and Attributes Minimum HACCP Level 3. Level 4 preferred Strong knowledge and experience of BRC standards and implementation Lean continuous improvement Clear understanding of manufacturing processes - packaging/print preferred Excellent Communication skills - both report writing and verbal with a strong influence Interpersonal Skills - relates well to all kinds of people throughout the organisation. Builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact and can deal with volatile situations comfortably. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage and prioritise a busy and varied workload. Problem solver and Proactive thinker. Analytical. Ability to work both efficiently and effectively alone, as well as part of a large and varied team. Flexibility and excellent attention to detail is essential. Knowledge of all MS Packages including Excel and Word. Willingness to learn and a strong desire to develop and grow within the organisation. Enjoy working to deadlines and targets in a fast-paced environment. Have experience building relationships and liaising with stakeholders. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail, with ability to check own work Enthusiastic, committed, and flexible to the demands of a fast-paced business with a significant amount of change. Ability to work under pressure. Problem-solving skills. Creativity Positive Work Ethic Team working skills Possess high regard for Health and Safety in the workplace Quality and Hygiene in the workplace Environmental Awareness Why Join? This is your chance to join a company that values its people, supports career progression, and invests in high standards and continuous improvement. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to bring your skills to a dynamic production environment, this is the role for you. How to Apply Sound like the perfect fit? We'd love to see your CV. Please send us your up-to-date CV highlighting your relevant experience. If you're shortlisted, we'll be in touch within 2 working days. INDMG
Assistant Director - Finance £99,174 per annum, 37 hours per week 18 months fixed term contract Cirencester/ /Coleford/Witney/ Agile Working We are looking for an exceptional finance professional who will lead our finance and shared service provision for multiple councils and stakeholders, playing a pivotal role in shaping our future at Publica in the run up to Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). You will bring extensive experience and be highly skilled in strategic and transactional finance, and shared service provision incorporating Council Tax, Business Rates and Benefits Administration across councils and third parties, which will complement the strong technical expertise already in place across the organisation, and will be committed to delivering high-quality, value-driven services that leverage the best of both public and commercial environments. You will work directly with senior leaders, elected members and Board-level stakeholders, providing strategic advice and guidance to ensure we have robust governance arrangements, drive innovation, improve performance and shape long-term strategy within a complex and evolving environment. As part of the senior leadership team, you'll be trusted to challenge thinking, bring fresh ideas and shape the future of the finance and shared service provision, as well as representing Publica, its services and operating model in the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programmes for both Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire. As we enter this period of significant change in the Public Sector, you will also need to be a leader who can bring people together, create clarity and inspire confidence during this period of transformation and opportunity. This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic influence with hands-on leadership in a role that offers both visibility and genuine career-defining experience. Some of the key areas of responsibility and projects include: • Driving the continued evolution and improvement of our shared services across our partnership • Leading finance systems modernisation, including ERP transformation and automation initiatives • Preparing services and people for the potential impact of LGR, and representing Publica and its operating model in LGR programmes across Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire • Improving service performance, efficiency and customer experience across finance and other transactional services • Providing strategic advice and guidance to the Board, senior leaders, and Council Section 151 Officers • Leading multidisciplinary teams across finance, revenues & benefits, treasury and transactional services • Embedding a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and high performance This role offers a unique combination of strategic influence, operational leadership and transformational impact, providing an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious leader looking to shape the future of public sector services. About you We are looking for a credible, commercially minded and forward-thinking finance leader who can operate confidently within a complex environment and build strong relationships across a wide range of stakeholders. You will bring: • A recognised professional accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIPFA or equivalent) • Significant senior-level finance leadership experience, preferably in the public sector • Experience operating at executive, board or committee level • A strong track record of leading transformation, improvement and change programmes • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills • The ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery • A collaborative and resilient leadership style • Strong commercial awareness and a focus on outcomes and continuous improvement Special conditions • Ability to travel • BPSS • This post designated as politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Politically restricted post holders are restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or for a person who is, or seeks to be, a candidate for election to a local authority, the House of Commons, or the European Parliament. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • JNC Chief Officer Terms and Conditions, which includes 33 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays • Two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of up to 7% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Assistant Director - Finance £99,174 per annum, 37 hours per week 18 months fixed term contract Cirencester/ /Coleford/Witney/ Agile Working We are looking for an exceptional finance professional who will lead our finance and shared service provision for multiple councils and stakeholders, playing a pivotal role in shaping our future at Publica in the run up to Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). You will bring extensive experience and be highly skilled in strategic and transactional finance, and shared service provision incorporating Council Tax, Business Rates and Benefits Administration across councils and third parties, which will complement the strong technical expertise already in place across the organisation, and will be committed to delivering high-quality, value-driven services that leverage the best of both public and commercial environments. You will work directly with senior leaders, elected members and Board-level stakeholders, providing strategic advice and guidance to ensure we have robust governance arrangements, drive innovation, improve performance and shape long-term strategy within a complex and evolving environment. As part of the senior leadership team, you'll be trusted to challenge thinking, bring fresh ideas and shape the future of the finance and shared service provision, as well as representing Publica, its services and operating model in the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programmes for both Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire. As we enter this period of significant change in the Public Sector, you will also need to be a leader who can bring people together, create clarity and inspire confidence during this period of transformation and opportunity. This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic influence with hands-on leadership in a role that offers both visibility and genuine career-defining experience. Some of the key areas of responsibility and projects include: • Driving the continued evolution and improvement of our shared services across our partnership • Leading finance systems modernisation, including ERP transformation and automation initiatives • Preparing services and people for the potential impact of LGR, and representing Publica and its operating model in LGR programmes across Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire • Improving service performance, efficiency and customer experience across finance and other transactional services • Providing strategic advice and guidance to the Board, senior leaders, and Council Section 151 Officers • Leading multidisciplinary teams across finance, revenues & benefits, treasury and transactional services • Embedding a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and high performance This role offers a unique combination of strategic influence, operational leadership and transformational impact, providing an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious leader looking to shape the future of public sector services. About you We are looking for a credible, commercially minded and forward-thinking finance leader who can operate confidently within a complex environment and build strong relationships across a wide range of stakeholders. You will bring: • A recognised professional accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIPFA or equivalent) • Significant senior-level finance leadership experience, preferably in the public sector • Experience operating at executive, board or committee level • A strong track record of leading transformation, improvement and change programmes • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills • The ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery • A collaborative and resilient leadership style • Strong commercial awareness and a focus on outcomes and continuous improvement Special conditions • Ability to travel • BPSS • This post designated as politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Politically restricted post holders are restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or for a person who is, or seeks to be, a candidate for election to a local authority, the House of Commons, or the European Parliament. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • JNC Chief Officer Terms and Conditions, which includes 33 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays • Two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of up to 7% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
Salary : £46,871 to £50,998 per annum (inclusive) + Local Government Pension Scheme + Essential Car User Allowance Contract : Permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) Location : St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JE. Flexible working options available, including hybrid working Job Ref: P1375 About the role This is a key role in the organisation, working across all service areas and responsible for promoting a positive safety culture, supporting the effective management of organisational risk, and ensuring that incidents, risks and compliance issues are appropriately identified, investigated and addressed. About you You will be an experienced, proactive and confident professional, capable of leading on Health & Safety and compliance within a complex organisation. Key attributes include: • A commitment to promoting a positive safety culture and continuous improvement • Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and best practice, with the ability to interpret and apply this effectively at an organisational level • Proven ability to lead, develop and implement compliance frameworks, policies and procedures • Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to assess risk, challenge constructively and support informed decision-making • Ability to provide clear, authoritative advice and influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership • Experience of leading audit, inspection or assurance activity and embedding learning into practice • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload • Relevant professional qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent) or demonstrable equivalent expertise • Guided by a Sustainability and Climate Crisis Strategy, the organisation puts the environment at the heart of every decision. They live their values trust, care, confidence, collaboration and customer focus while delivering sustainable services and reducing environmental impact. Join them and make a difference. Benefits In addition to working within a great team and receiving a competitive salary, you will have access to: • 30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays • Annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not work a standard full-time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days, for example part-time staff • Local Government Pension Scheme • Flexible working options • Staff parking permit • Reimbursement of professional fees • Comprehensive development and training • Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres • Access to discounts and benefits via an online platform Additional Information Disability Confident The organisation is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantees an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post. Safeguarding This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. For those whose language is a signed language, the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the required standard of fluency will be provided. Further information about the legal requirement can be found online. Closing date for applications: 22 June 2026 Interviews: Scheduled for the week commencing 29 June 2026 Please note: Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. The organisation reserves the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and strongly encourages early applications. You may have experience in the following: Corporate Health and Safety Officer, Health and Safety Manager, Health & Safety Advisor, H&S Manager, H&S Lead, Compliance Manager, Risk and Compliance Officer, Health and Safety Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety Officer, EHS Manager. REF-
May 23, 2026
Full time
Salary : £46,871 to £50,998 per annum (inclusive) + Local Government Pension Scheme + Essential Car User Allowance Contract : Permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) Location : St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JE. Flexible working options available, including hybrid working Job Ref: P1375 About the role This is a key role in the organisation, working across all service areas and responsible for promoting a positive safety culture, supporting the effective management of organisational risk, and ensuring that incidents, risks and compliance issues are appropriately identified, investigated and addressed. About you You will be an experienced, proactive and confident professional, capable of leading on Health & Safety and compliance within a complex organisation. Key attributes include: • A commitment to promoting a positive safety culture and continuous improvement • Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and best practice, with the ability to interpret and apply this effectively at an organisational level • Proven ability to lead, develop and implement compliance frameworks, policies and procedures • Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to assess risk, challenge constructively and support informed decision-making • Ability to provide clear, authoritative advice and influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership • Experience of leading audit, inspection or assurance activity and embedding learning into practice • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload • Relevant professional qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent) or demonstrable equivalent expertise • Guided by a Sustainability and Climate Crisis Strategy, the organisation puts the environment at the heart of every decision. They live their values trust, care, confidence, collaboration and customer focus while delivering sustainable services and reducing environmental impact. Join them and make a difference. Benefits In addition to working within a great team and receiving a competitive salary, you will have access to: • 30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays • Annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not work a standard full-time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days, for example part-time staff • Local Government Pension Scheme • Flexible working options • Staff parking permit • Reimbursement of professional fees • Comprehensive development and training • Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres • Access to discounts and benefits via an online platform Additional Information Disability Confident The organisation is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantees an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post. Safeguarding This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. For those whose language is a signed language, the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the required standard of fluency will be provided. Further information about the legal requirement can be found online. Closing date for applications: 22 June 2026 Interviews: Scheduled for the week commencing 29 June 2026 Please note: Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. The organisation reserves the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and strongly encourages early applications. You may have experience in the following: Corporate Health and Safety Officer, Health and Safety Manager, Health & Safety Advisor, H&S Manager, H&S Lead, Compliance Manager, Risk and Compliance Officer, Health and Safety Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety Officer, EHS Manager. REF-
British Pregnancy Advisory Service
Warwick, Warwickshire
Chief People Officer BPAS is an independent healthcare charity and the UK's leading provider of abortion advice and treatment, supporting over 100,000 women each year through a national network of clinics and digital services. Following a challenging period for the organisation, BPAS has launched a renewed strategy and established a new Executive Leadership Team, placing people and patients at the heart of everything we do. BPAS' vision is for a society in which women are trusted to make their own reproductive choices, with access to the information and services needed to exercise those choices. The Chief People Officer is an integral member of the Executive Leadership Team, sharing collective responsibility at executive level for the key issues facing BPAS. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Chief People Officer will lead the people, culture and organisational development agenda across BPAS. You will play a central role in shaping organisational culture, strengthening leadership capability, supporting workforce sustainability and helping guide BPAS through a significant period of organisational transformation and change. As a core member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will: Lead the development and delivery of a modern People and Organisational Development strategy aligned to BPAS' mission and values Shape and support organisational transformation, workforce planning and leadership development across a national healthcare charity Provide executive leadership for organisational culture, employee engagement, equality, diversity and inclusion, and workforce wellbeing Use workforce insight, data and organisational metrics to support decision-making, governance and continuous improvement Partner with Executive colleagues, Trustees and senior leaders to strengthen organisational performance, capability and resilience Lead and develop a high-performing People function that delivers responsive, effective and values-led people services We are looking for a credible, resilient and values-driven executive leader with significant senior leadership experience within complex organisations, ideally within a charity or regulated environment. You will bring experience of leading organisational change, developing high-performing teams and balancing strategic workforce priorities with operational delivery and financial sustainability. Above all, you will be deeply committed to BPAS' charitable purpose and to a woman's right to choose, leading with compassion, integrity and clarity during a period of transformation and opportunity. Further information on the role requirements and how to apply is outlined within the candidate briefing pack, which is available to download below. If you require a confidential conversation, please contact the recruitment team at Indicative Timetable: Closing date for applications: 7th June 2026 Preliminary Interviews: 25th June 2026 (In London) Final Interviews: 16th July 2026 (Full day in London) All applications should be sent by email via the button below and must quote reference CPO and include the below: A Curriculum Vitae (CV) including education, professional qualifications and full employment history, together with daytime and evening contact details A supporting statement outlining your motivation for applying, what you believe you can bring to the role, and how your skills and experience align with the role description and candidate profile Responses to the application questions within the candidate pack that is available to download below.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Chief People Officer BPAS is an independent healthcare charity and the UK's leading provider of abortion advice and treatment, supporting over 100,000 women each year through a national network of clinics and digital services. Following a challenging period for the organisation, BPAS has launched a renewed strategy and established a new Executive Leadership Team, placing people and patients at the heart of everything we do. BPAS' vision is for a society in which women are trusted to make their own reproductive choices, with access to the information and services needed to exercise those choices. The Chief People Officer is an integral member of the Executive Leadership Team, sharing collective responsibility at executive level for the key issues facing BPAS. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Chief People Officer will lead the people, culture and organisational development agenda across BPAS. You will play a central role in shaping organisational culture, strengthening leadership capability, supporting workforce sustainability and helping guide BPAS through a significant period of organisational transformation and change. As a core member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will: Lead the development and delivery of a modern People and Organisational Development strategy aligned to BPAS' mission and values Shape and support organisational transformation, workforce planning and leadership development across a national healthcare charity Provide executive leadership for organisational culture, employee engagement, equality, diversity and inclusion, and workforce wellbeing Use workforce insight, data and organisational metrics to support decision-making, governance and continuous improvement Partner with Executive colleagues, Trustees and senior leaders to strengthen organisational performance, capability and resilience Lead and develop a high-performing People function that delivers responsive, effective and values-led people services We are looking for a credible, resilient and values-driven executive leader with significant senior leadership experience within complex organisations, ideally within a charity or regulated environment. You will bring experience of leading organisational change, developing high-performing teams and balancing strategic workforce priorities with operational delivery and financial sustainability. Above all, you will be deeply committed to BPAS' charitable purpose and to a woman's right to choose, leading with compassion, integrity and clarity during a period of transformation and opportunity. Further information on the role requirements and how to apply is outlined within the candidate briefing pack, which is available to download below. If you require a confidential conversation, please contact the recruitment team at Indicative Timetable: Closing date for applications: 7th June 2026 Preliminary Interviews: 25th June 2026 (In London) Final Interviews: 16th July 2026 (Full day in London) All applications should be sent by email via the button below and must quote reference CPO and include the below: A Curriculum Vitae (CV) including education, professional qualifications and full employment history, together with daytime and evening contact details A supporting statement outlining your motivation for applying, what you believe you can bring to the role, and how your skills and experience align with the role description and candidate profile Responses to the application questions within the candidate pack that is available to download below.
Senior Corporate Officer Location: Guildhall Salary: £30,024 - £31,537 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time Closing Date : 5th June 2026 About us: The Corporate Services team provides essential support to the Council s democratic, civic, operational, and IT functions. This includes managing committee meetings and governance processes, supporting councillors, coordinating civic events, and overseeing information governance (including FOI requests, data protection, and complaints handling). The team also manages IT systems and service-level agreements related to office technology, telecoms, and digital infrastructure, ensuring that staff have the tools and support they need to work effectively. Our work ensures that the Council operates transparently, lawfully, and efficiently, supporting both day-to-day service delivery and strategic development. The team plays a key role in enabling informed decision-making, maintaining compliance, and promoting a well-functioning, digitally supported organisation. About you: Provide high-level administrative and governance support to the Head of Corporate Services, ensuring effective and lawful operation of Council and Committee functions. Deputise for the Head of Corporate Services as required, maintaining continuity and leadership in service delivery. Coordinate civic, democratic, and corporate services, supporting elected members, senior officers, and civic functions. Manage information governance, including Freedom of Information requests and complaints. Line-manage Corporate Services team and IT officer. Manage key operational functions such as corporate service-level agreements Assist in delivering strategic projects, including planning matters and the Neighbourhood Development Plan. Support effective communication, enquiry handling, and engagement with councillors, officers, and the wider community. What we can offer you: Generous Leave: Benefit from a minimum of 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata for part-time. Satisfying Work : Join a workplace where 97% of our staff find fulfilment and excitement in their roles, as revealed by our last staff survey. Secure Future : Access the Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind. Continuous Growth: Embrace excellent training and development opportunities to further your career. Wellbeing Matters: Participate in the cycle to work scheme and take advantage of various health and wellbeing benefits, such as free eyesight tests and yearly flu vaccination. Paid Care : Paid sick leave to take care of yourself when needed. Essential Criteria: In your application, please highlight how you meet these key requirements: Experience working in an administrative role within a structured or regulated environment, including supporting senior managers, councillors or decision-makers. Experience arranging meetings, preparing agendas, collating papers and taking accurate formal minutes. Strong organisational, communication and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and statutory deadlines. Ability to handle sensitive, confidential and politically sensitive information with tact, discretion and professionalism. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Teams and SharePoint, together with an understanding of Data Protection/GDPR and Freedom of Information requirements. Desirable: experience within local government, democratic services, FOI or complaints handling, civic or mayoral support, and knowledge of council governance and procedures. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Salisbury City Council, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Senior Corporate Officer Location: Guildhall Salary: £30,024 - £31,537 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time Closing Date : 5th June 2026 About us: The Corporate Services team provides essential support to the Council s democratic, civic, operational, and IT functions. This includes managing committee meetings and governance processes, supporting councillors, coordinating civic events, and overseeing information governance (including FOI requests, data protection, and complaints handling). The team also manages IT systems and service-level agreements related to office technology, telecoms, and digital infrastructure, ensuring that staff have the tools and support they need to work effectively. Our work ensures that the Council operates transparently, lawfully, and efficiently, supporting both day-to-day service delivery and strategic development. The team plays a key role in enabling informed decision-making, maintaining compliance, and promoting a well-functioning, digitally supported organisation. About you: Provide high-level administrative and governance support to the Head of Corporate Services, ensuring effective and lawful operation of Council and Committee functions. Deputise for the Head of Corporate Services as required, maintaining continuity and leadership in service delivery. Coordinate civic, democratic, and corporate services, supporting elected members, senior officers, and civic functions. Manage information governance, including Freedom of Information requests and complaints. Line-manage Corporate Services team and IT officer. Manage key operational functions such as corporate service-level agreements Assist in delivering strategic projects, including planning matters and the Neighbourhood Development Plan. Support effective communication, enquiry handling, and engagement with councillors, officers, and the wider community. What we can offer you: Generous Leave: Benefit from a minimum of 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata for part-time. Satisfying Work : Join a workplace where 97% of our staff find fulfilment and excitement in their roles, as revealed by our last staff survey. Secure Future : Access the Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind. Continuous Growth: Embrace excellent training and development opportunities to further your career. Wellbeing Matters: Participate in the cycle to work scheme and take advantage of various health and wellbeing benefits, such as free eyesight tests and yearly flu vaccination. Paid Care : Paid sick leave to take care of yourself when needed. Essential Criteria: In your application, please highlight how you meet these key requirements: Experience working in an administrative role within a structured or regulated environment, including supporting senior managers, councillors or decision-makers. Experience arranging meetings, preparing agendas, collating papers and taking accurate formal minutes. Strong organisational, communication and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and statutory deadlines. Ability to handle sensitive, confidential and politically sensitive information with tact, discretion and professionalism. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Teams and SharePoint, together with an understanding of Data Protection/GDPR and Freedom of Information requirements. Desirable: experience within local government, democratic services, FOI or complaints handling, civic or mayoral support, and knowledge of council governance and procedures. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Salisbury City Council, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Senior Administrative Officer (Payroll) - Manufacturing / Precast Concrete Industry Location: Ballymena Salary: 28k plus Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Contract: Full-Time, FTC About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Administrative Officer with a strong payroll background to join our busy and growing team within the precast concrete and manufacturing sector. This is a key administrative position supporting the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring payroll processes, administration functions, and reporting duties are completed accurately and efficiently. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting operational teams within a fast-paced industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have previous payroll and senior administration experience, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work professionally with confidential information. Key Responsibilities Process weekly and monthly payroll accurately and within strict deadlines Maintain payroll records, timesheets, overtime records, and employee information Resolve payroll queries and liaise with employees and management professionally Support HR and management teams with administrative duties and reporting Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and documentation using Microsoft Office systems Maintain accurate filing systems and company records in line with GDPR requirements Coordinate general office administration and support operational departments where required Assist with onboarding paperwork, employee records, and absence tracking Ensure confidentiality and accuracy in all payroll and administrative processes Support continuous improvement initiatives and office procedures What We're Looking For Essential Previous experience in payroll administration Experience working in a senior administrative or office support role Strong knowledge of payroll systems, timesheets, and payroll procedures Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and office systems Ability to handle confidential information professionally Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment Desirable Experience within manufacturing, construction, engineering, or precast concrete industries Knowledge of HR administration processes Experience using Sage Payroll or similar payroll software Understanding of Health & Safety procedures within industrial environments Payroll qualification or relevant administrative certification
May 23, 2026
Seasonal
Senior Administrative Officer (Payroll) - Manufacturing / Precast Concrete Industry Location: Ballymena Salary: 28k plus Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Contract: Full-Time, FTC About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Administrative Officer with a strong payroll background to join our busy and growing team within the precast concrete and manufacturing sector. This is a key administrative position supporting the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring payroll processes, administration functions, and reporting duties are completed accurately and efficiently. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting operational teams within a fast-paced industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have previous payroll and senior administration experience, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work professionally with confidential information. Key Responsibilities Process weekly and monthly payroll accurately and within strict deadlines Maintain payroll records, timesheets, overtime records, and employee information Resolve payroll queries and liaise with employees and management professionally Support HR and management teams with administrative duties and reporting Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and documentation using Microsoft Office systems Maintain accurate filing systems and company records in line with GDPR requirements Coordinate general office administration and support operational departments where required Assist with onboarding paperwork, employee records, and absence tracking Ensure confidentiality and accuracy in all payroll and administrative processes Support continuous improvement initiatives and office procedures What We're Looking For Essential Previous experience in payroll administration Experience working in a senior administrative or office support role Strong knowledge of payroll systems, timesheets, and payroll procedures Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and office systems Ability to handle confidential information professionally Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment Desirable Experience within manufacturing, construction, engineering, or precast concrete industries Knowledge of HR administration processes Experience using Sage Payroll or similar payroll software Understanding of Health & Safety procedures within industrial environments Payroll qualification or relevant administrative certification
As a Domestic Abuse Specialist working for Aurora New Dawn, you will work to strengthen the police response to domestic abuse by providing independent, specialist expertise within police control rooms. Based in a local police control room you will work alongside call handlers, dispatchers, and officers to: assess risk and ensure no opportunities for safeguarding are missed quality assure police responses to domestic abuse calls review incident logs, DASH/DARA risk assessments, and Body Worn Video (BWV) footage provide operational advice to officers deploying to incidents identify and facilitate referrals into specialist domestic abuse support services improve victim safety from the very first point of contact Working under the direction of a Senior member of staff you will work independently but collaboratively with Thames Valley police, and in line with our organisational values. This role involves supporting and developing police staff within police centres. There may also be occasions in the future where you attend callouts alongside officers to observe their engagement with victims, to provide feedback that supports risk assessment and safeguarding processes. PLEASE NOTE: This is an on-site role which requires you to be co-located within police control rooms and/or call centres during your shifts. MAIN DUTIES Call Review and Quality Assurance Listen to live or recently recorded 101/999 calls to assess victim engagement and identify missed domestic abuse indicators. Provide constructive, specialist feedback to call handlers to strengthen practice. Review selected calls or conduct sampling to identify domestic abuse calls that may have been missed. Review body-worn video (BWV) footage as required. Risk Assessment and Escalation Review DASH/DARA risk assessments, police logs, and intelligence systems to identify concerns. Escalate cases requiring regrading or altered response times to the Force Control Room (FCR) Inspector, documenting all recommendations. Identify risk patterns and ensure timely action to safeguard victims. Operational Advice for Officers and Control Room Staff Provide attending officers with relevant operational advice and background information via manual intelligence checks, such as: Ø protective order status Ø history of prior callouts Ø known risk indicators Ø relevant vulnerabilities or perpetrator patterns Add safeguarding information to dispatch logs as appropriate. Multi Agency Work and Referrals Work closely with the local Victims First Hub, other specialist services and relevant By and For organisations to facilitate appropriate onward referrals. Provide guidance on appropriate pathways for victims based on risk, identity, and need. Support the development of posters, guidance, and resources for FCR staff relating to out of hours support. Learning, Development and Culture Change Support, inform, and where appropriate deliver training for call handlers and new recruits. Contribute to identifying themes, patterns, and learning for organisational improvement. Participate in review meetings with TVP, OPCC, and the Aurora Management Team. Independence, Governance and Data Maintain strict independence while collaborating constructively with police colleagues. Work within data protection legislation and information sharing policies, including in relation to police data. Maintain accurate, confidential case and activity records. Professional Responsibilities Maintain up to date specialist knowledge of domestic abuse practice. Participate in regular clinical supervision, case/workload reviews and line management supervision. Work flexibly to meet demand and support resilience across all FCR locations. Uphold Aurora New Dawn s values, ethos and confidentiality standards at all times Complete any other duties. appropriate to the role and level. Corporate Responsibilities The above range of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive: post holders will be expected to perform work of a similar level and responsibility when requested to do so. Remain up-to-date and compliant with all organisational procedures policies and professional codes of conduct and uphold standards of best practice. Observe duty to all Heath and Safety rules and take all reasonable care to promote the health and safety of yourself and others. Act in a way that supports and promotes Aurora New Dawn s Equal Opportunities Policy, which aims to ensure everyone has equal treatment and equal access to employment and services. Contribute to Best value by working in an effective, efficient, and economic way, and to suggest and implement improved ways of working wherever possible. IT Security All staff must strictly adhere to current Aurora New Dawn policy on IT security as instructed by Chief Executive. Any breach of this policy could invoke the Aurora New Dawn disciplinary procedures, which could result in dismissal. PERSON SPECIFICATION This job description is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. It does not form part of your contract of employment DOMESTIC ABUSE SPECIALIST Essential Skills, Knowledge & Experience Demonstrable, direct experience of supporting victims of domestic abuse. Strong understanding of: domestic abuse typologies risk assessment and safety planning dynamics of coercive control Understanding of trauma-informed practice principles, and their application to policing Ability to analyse risk quickly and accurately, including during crisis situations. Experience reviewing domestic abuse cases, quality assurance/audit and DIP sampling Knowledge of local specialist services, including By and For providers. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including providing clear, constructive feedback and written reports Ability to maintain professional boundaries and act with independence. Strong IT skills and ability to use case management or intelligence systems. Ability to remain calm and effective in a high pressure, fast moving environment. Confidence in representing the organisation at local meetings, training sessions and within multi-agency groups as required. Commitment to feminist ethos, equality, and anti discriminatory practice. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Desirable IDVA qualification via a recognised provider. Experience working with police or within a control room setting. Experience delivering training or workshops. Experience reviewing Body Worn Video (BWV), police logs, or intelligence systems. Experience working in a crisis-response environment (e.g., helplines, emergency services). Personal Qualities Compassionate, empathetic, and victim/survivor centred. Non judgemental, empowering approach. Ability to challenge constructively and maintain independence. Adaptable, resilient, and able to manage competing demands. Reliable, professional, and trustworthy. Reflective, with commitment to continuous improvement. Other Requirements Enhanced DBS Full Police Vetting is an essential requirement of the post and will be required on acceptance of employment. If full Level 3 Police vetting is not obtained your employment can be terminated. Ability to travel across Thames Valley locations. Access to a vehicle and valid UK driving This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We encourage applications from women of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to having a team that is diverse in terms of skills, experiences, and abilities. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic women, as these groups are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
May 23, 2026
Full time
As a Domestic Abuse Specialist working for Aurora New Dawn, you will work to strengthen the police response to domestic abuse by providing independent, specialist expertise within police control rooms. Based in a local police control room you will work alongside call handlers, dispatchers, and officers to: assess risk and ensure no opportunities for safeguarding are missed quality assure police responses to domestic abuse calls review incident logs, DASH/DARA risk assessments, and Body Worn Video (BWV) footage provide operational advice to officers deploying to incidents identify and facilitate referrals into specialist domestic abuse support services improve victim safety from the very first point of contact Working under the direction of a Senior member of staff you will work independently but collaboratively with Thames Valley police, and in line with our organisational values. This role involves supporting and developing police staff within police centres. There may also be occasions in the future where you attend callouts alongside officers to observe their engagement with victims, to provide feedback that supports risk assessment and safeguarding processes. PLEASE NOTE: This is an on-site role which requires you to be co-located within police control rooms and/or call centres during your shifts. MAIN DUTIES Call Review and Quality Assurance Listen to live or recently recorded 101/999 calls to assess victim engagement and identify missed domestic abuse indicators. Provide constructive, specialist feedback to call handlers to strengthen practice. Review selected calls or conduct sampling to identify domestic abuse calls that may have been missed. Review body-worn video (BWV) footage as required. Risk Assessment and Escalation Review DASH/DARA risk assessments, police logs, and intelligence systems to identify concerns. Escalate cases requiring regrading or altered response times to the Force Control Room (FCR) Inspector, documenting all recommendations. Identify risk patterns and ensure timely action to safeguard victims. Operational Advice for Officers and Control Room Staff Provide attending officers with relevant operational advice and background information via manual intelligence checks, such as: Ø protective order status Ø history of prior callouts Ø known risk indicators Ø relevant vulnerabilities or perpetrator patterns Add safeguarding information to dispatch logs as appropriate. Multi Agency Work and Referrals Work closely with the local Victims First Hub, other specialist services and relevant By and For organisations to facilitate appropriate onward referrals. Provide guidance on appropriate pathways for victims based on risk, identity, and need. Support the development of posters, guidance, and resources for FCR staff relating to out of hours support. Learning, Development and Culture Change Support, inform, and where appropriate deliver training for call handlers and new recruits. Contribute to identifying themes, patterns, and learning for organisational improvement. Participate in review meetings with TVP, OPCC, and the Aurora Management Team. Independence, Governance and Data Maintain strict independence while collaborating constructively with police colleagues. Work within data protection legislation and information sharing policies, including in relation to police data. Maintain accurate, confidential case and activity records. Professional Responsibilities Maintain up to date specialist knowledge of domestic abuse practice. Participate in regular clinical supervision, case/workload reviews and line management supervision. Work flexibly to meet demand and support resilience across all FCR locations. Uphold Aurora New Dawn s values, ethos and confidentiality standards at all times Complete any other duties. appropriate to the role and level. Corporate Responsibilities The above range of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive: post holders will be expected to perform work of a similar level and responsibility when requested to do so. Remain up-to-date and compliant with all organisational procedures policies and professional codes of conduct and uphold standards of best practice. Observe duty to all Heath and Safety rules and take all reasonable care to promote the health and safety of yourself and others. Act in a way that supports and promotes Aurora New Dawn s Equal Opportunities Policy, which aims to ensure everyone has equal treatment and equal access to employment and services. Contribute to Best value by working in an effective, efficient, and economic way, and to suggest and implement improved ways of working wherever possible. IT Security All staff must strictly adhere to current Aurora New Dawn policy on IT security as instructed by Chief Executive. Any breach of this policy could invoke the Aurora New Dawn disciplinary procedures, which could result in dismissal. PERSON SPECIFICATION This job description is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. It does not form part of your contract of employment DOMESTIC ABUSE SPECIALIST Essential Skills, Knowledge & Experience Demonstrable, direct experience of supporting victims of domestic abuse. Strong understanding of: domestic abuse typologies risk assessment and safety planning dynamics of coercive control Understanding of trauma-informed practice principles, and their application to policing Ability to analyse risk quickly and accurately, including during crisis situations. Experience reviewing domestic abuse cases, quality assurance/audit and DIP sampling Knowledge of local specialist services, including By and For providers. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including providing clear, constructive feedback and written reports Ability to maintain professional boundaries and act with independence. Strong IT skills and ability to use case management or intelligence systems. Ability to remain calm and effective in a high pressure, fast moving environment. Confidence in representing the organisation at local meetings, training sessions and within multi-agency groups as required. Commitment to feminist ethos, equality, and anti discriminatory practice. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Desirable IDVA qualification via a recognised provider. Experience working with police or within a control room setting. Experience delivering training or workshops. Experience reviewing Body Worn Video (BWV), police logs, or intelligence systems. Experience working in a crisis-response environment (e.g., helplines, emergency services). Personal Qualities Compassionate, empathetic, and victim/survivor centred. Non judgemental, empowering approach. Ability to challenge constructively and maintain independence. Adaptable, resilient, and able to manage competing demands. Reliable, professional, and trustworthy. Reflective, with commitment to continuous improvement. Other Requirements Enhanced DBS Full Police Vetting is an essential requirement of the post and will be required on acceptance of employment. If full Level 3 Police vetting is not obtained your employment can be terminated. Ability to travel across Thames Valley locations. Access to a vehicle and valid UK driving This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We encourage applications from women of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to having a team that is diverse in terms of skills, experiences, and abilities. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic women, as these groups are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
We have an exciting opportunity that has arisen for an Operation & Compliance Manager for a Prep School based in Chelsea. The successful candidate will provide operational and compliance support, working in close partnership with the Head and staff team to ensure that the school runs efficiently and complies with all aspects of the independent school standards. The Operations & Compliance Manager will line manage the office administrator and catering assistant and oversee the regular and occasional contractors who provide services across the school. The Operations Manager will be report daily to the Head and work closely with the Group Compliance Manager and Finance team to ensure effective and efficient running of the school. Finance & Information Systems To collate pupil and statistical data for monthly reporting to the LA, the Head and Forfar Group To manage the monthly payroll adjustments and submit to the Group Payroll Officer To liaise with Group Finance to manage the school budget, including invoicing. To manage, with the Head, staff salaries as required. To lead the Bursary process, liaising with parents and the Bursary Diligence contractor, providing recommendations to the Head on the allocation of Bursary funds Safer Recruitment To support the Head and SLT in the recruitment of staff as required To lead all safer recruiting and vetting checks required by new members of staff, third party suppliers, agency staff, contractors and volunteers as appropriate To provide leadership and management of those contractors involved in outsourced estate maintenance, Health and Safety and cleaning contracts Support visitor management - including meeting and escorting as required General To promote and safeguard the welfare of pupils To comply with the school's safeguarding and child protection policy and ensure that any concerns relating to the safety or welfare of children are reported immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) To work within the framework provided by the school's policies and procedures to fulfil the general aims and objectives of the school and to carry out the roles outlines in their respective job descriptions to the highest level To read other policies and guidance as and when required to do so by the DSL, Head or other members of the Senior Leadership Team To act consistently, in a calm supportive manner with colleagues To attend staff meetings, open days, briefings, parent events, INSET days and support other school events as required. To communicate in a timely and effective manner with parents To undertake other specific duties which may, from time to time, be reasonably requested by the Head To meet all deadlines for the efficient running of the school Connaught Resourcing operates as an Employment Business and an Employment Agency. We are a committed equal opportunities employer who respect and value cultural diversity. Connaught Resourcing will carry out background checks including referencing and where required an Enhanced or Standard DBS Disclosure as part of our recruitment and selection procedures.
May 22, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity that has arisen for an Operation & Compliance Manager for a Prep School based in Chelsea. The successful candidate will provide operational and compliance support, working in close partnership with the Head and staff team to ensure that the school runs efficiently and complies with all aspects of the independent school standards. The Operations & Compliance Manager will line manage the office administrator and catering assistant and oversee the regular and occasional contractors who provide services across the school. The Operations Manager will be report daily to the Head and work closely with the Group Compliance Manager and Finance team to ensure effective and efficient running of the school. Finance & Information Systems To collate pupil and statistical data for monthly reporting to the LA, the Head and Forfar Group To manage the monthly payroll adjustments and submit to the Group Payroll Officer To liaise with Group Finance to manage the school budget, including invoicing. To manage, with the Head, staff salaries as required. To lead the Bursary process, liaising with parents and the Bursary Diligence contractor, providing recommendations to the Head on the allocation of Bursary funds Safer Recruitment To support the Head and SLT in the recruitment of staff as required To lead all safer recruiting and vetting checks required by new members of staff, third party suppliers, agency staff, contractors and volunteers as appropriate To provide leadership and management of those contractors involved in outsourced estate maintenance, Health and Safety and cleaning contracts Support visitor management - including meeting and escorting as required General To promote and safeguard the welfare of pupils To comply with the school's safeguarding and child protection policy and ensure that any concerns relating to the safety or welfare of children are reported immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) To work within the framework provided by the school's policies and procedures to fulfil the general aims and objectives of the school and to carry out the roles outlines in their respective job descriptions to the highest level To read other policies and guidance as and when required to do so by the DSL, Head or other members of the Senior Leadership Team To act consistently, in a calm supportive manner with colleagues To attend staff meetings, open days, briefings, parent events, INSET days and support other school events as required. To communicate in a timely and effective manner with parents To undertake other specific duties which may, from time to time, be reasonably requested by the Head To meet all deadlines for the efficient running of the school Connaught Resourcing operates as an Employment Business and an Employment Agency. We are a committed equal opportunities employer who respect and value cultural diversity. Connaught Resourcing will carry out background checks including referencing and where required an Enhanced or Standard DBS Disclosure as part of our recruitment and selection procedures.
Senior Planning Officer Location: Nuneaton Pay Rate: 25.72 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: 6-Month Contract We are currently recruiting for an experienced Planning Officer to join a busy Development Control team on a 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a local authority environment, supporting the delivery of high-quality planning services and contributing to key development projects. The Role You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of planning applications, carrying out site visits, providing planning advice, and supporting enforcement activities. The role will involve working closely with colleagues, developers, elected members, and the public to help deliver an effective and customer-focused planning service. Key Responsibilities Process a range of planning applications, including outline, full, reserved matters, and major applications Validate applications and carry out consultations, negotiations, and site visits Monitor developments and manage discharge of planning conditions Present applications at Planning Committee meetings Exercise delegated authority where appropriate Investigate complaints relating to unauthorised developments and assist with enforcement procedures Prepare and serve notices, formal cautions, and provide evidence at public inquiries or court where required Provide advice and guidance to the public, developers, and stakeholders on planning matters Support and guide junior Planning Officers where appropriate Contribute to wider service projects and corporate initiatives What We're Looking For Experience working within Development Control or Planning Services Strong understanding of planning legislation and procedures Ability to manage a busy caseload independently Excellent communication and negotiation skills Experience presenting reports and attending committee meetings is desirable Strong organisational and customer service skills Ability to work collaboratively and respond positively to change Additional Information Opportunity to work within a supportive local authority team Involvement in a wide range of planning and development projects Flexible and collaborative working environment Commitment to equality, diversity, customer care, and health & safety standards expected Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
May 22, 2026
Contractor
Senior Planning Officer Location: Nuneaton Pay Rate: 25.72 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: 6-Month Contract We are currently recruiting for an experienced Planning Officer to join a busy Development Control team on a 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a local authority environment, supporting the delivery of high-quality planning services and contributing to key development projects. The Role You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of planning applications, carrying out site visits, providing planning advice, and supporting enforcement activities. The role will involve working closely with colleagues, developers, elected members, and the public to help deliver an effective and customer-focused planning service. Key Responsibilities Process a range of planning applications, including outline, full, reserved matters, and major applications Validate applications and carry out consultations, negotiations, and site visits Monitor developments and manage discharge of planning conditions Present applications at Planning Committee meetings Exercise delegated authority where appropriate Investigate complaints relating to unauthorised developments and assist with enforcement procedures Prepare and serve notices, formal cautions, and provide evidence at public inquiries or court where required Provide advice and guidance to the public, developers, and stakeholders on planning matters Support and guide junior Planning Officers where appropriate Contribute to wider service projects and corporate initiatives What We're Looking For Experience working within Development Control or Planning Services Strong understanding of planning legislation and procedures Ability to manage a busy caseload independently Excellent communication and negotiation skills Experience presenting reports and attending committee meetings is desirable Strong organisational and customer service skills Ability to work collaboratively and respond positively to change Additional Information Opportunity to work within a supportive local authority team Involvement in a wide range of planning and development projects Flexible and collaborative working environment Commitment to equality, diversity, customer care, and health & safety standards expected Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Property Paralegal / Legal Assistant - Warrington Location: Warrington, WA1 (Ideally able to come to office from time to time but fully remote will be considered). Salary: £20.74 per hour. Full Time Monday to Friday 37 hours. Contract: Up to 30th September 2026 possibly beyond. We are looking for an enthusiastic and well organised Legal Assistant/Paralegal. Operating in the field of adult social care law, with education experience an advantage, you will support the lawyers in this area. The post involves assisting them with preparation work for advocacy in the Court of Protection, the Special Educational Needs Tribunal and other tribunals. KEY TASKS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: Under the guidance of the Legal Services Manager (and senior colleagues): The postholder must carry out the duties with full regard to the Council s Corporate Plan, the Corporate Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Social Inclusion Strategy. To provide legal advice and guidance to Client Departments of the Council as and when required. To represent the Legal Services Manager at both internal and external meetings as and when required. To provide advice and guidance, where appropriate, under the supervision of the Legal Services Manager, Senior Solicitor and/or solicitors from the Specialist Team, on adult s safeguarding, education and associated matters, including, education prosecutions, criminal injuries compensation and disclosure of information to third parties. To attend court / tribunal with fee earners and/or counsel as required. To be involved in the management of Council projects as part of the appropriate specialist team. To be occasionally involved in the management of high profile and complex safeguarding matters under the supervision of the Legal Services Manager, Senior Solicitor and/or Solicitors from the Specialist Team. To be involved in the management of litigation and other proceedings involving the Council including preparation of court and tribunal documents, managing external lawyers including counsel, liaising with courts and tribunals, liaising with external parties in litigation including opposing legal advisers, experts and witnesses and working with internal clients involved in proceedings. To manage external lawyers involved in proceedings or providing other advice, guidance and assistance and to liaise with other council officers and departments in the delivery of advice, proceedings, statutory and contract documentation, and the development of Council policies. To undertake other legal work as appropriate including legal research drafting of legal documents. To provide regular support to the Legal Services Manager (Safeguarding) and occasional support to the Director of Law and Governance. To undertake such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the level of this post including undertaking work to support the other fee earners in the Safeguarding Team, the Corporate Team and occasionally other teams in Legal & Democratic Services as and when required. This may include working away from the normal location of work and working outside of normal office hours. To provide occasional supervision to Legal Apprentices and members of the Legal and Democratic Business Support Team as appropriate. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Liam Heddle on (url removed)
May 22, 2026
Seasonal
Property Paralegal / Legal Assistant - Warrington Location: Warrington, WA1 (Ideally able to come to office from time to time but fully remote will be considered). Salary: £20.74 per hour. Full Time Monday to Friday 37 hours. Contract: Up to 30th September 2026 possibly beyond. We are looking for an enthusiastic and well organised Legal Assistant/Paralegal. Operating in the field of adult social care law, with education experience an advantage, you will support the lawyers in this area. The post involves assisting them with preparation work for advocacy in the Court of Protection, the Special Educational Needs Tribunal and other tribunals. KEY TASKS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: Under the guidance of the Legal Services Manager (and senior colleagues): The postholder must carry out the duties with full regard to the Council s Corporate Plan, the Corporate Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Social Inclusion Strategy. To provide legal advice and guidance to Client Departments of the Council as and when required. To represent the Legal Services Manager at both internal and external meetings as and when required. To provide advice and guidance, where appropriate, under the supervision of the Legal Services Manager, Senior Solicitor and/or solicitors from the Specialist Team, on adult s safeguarding, education and associated matters, including, education prosecutions, criminal injuries compensation and disclosure of information to third parties. To attend court / tribunal with fee earners and/or counsel as required. To be involved in the management of Council projects as part of the appropriate specialist team. To be occasionally involved in the management of high profile and complex safeguarding matters under the supervision of the Legal Services Manager, Senior Solicitor and/or Solicitors from the Specialist Team. To be involved in the management of litigation and other proceedings involving the Council including preparation of court and tribunal documents, managing external lawyers including counsel, liaising with courts and tribunals, liaising with external parties in litigation including opposing legal advisers, experts and witnesses and working with internal clients involved in proceedings. To manage external lawyers involved in proceedings or providing other advice, guidance and assistance and to liaise with other council officers and departments in the delivery of advice, proceedings, statutory and contract documentation, and the development of Council policies. To undertake other legal work as appropriate including legal research drafting of legal documents. To provide regular support to the Legal Services Manager (Safeguarding) and occasional support to the Director of Law and Governance. To undertake such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the level of this post including undertaking work to support the other fee earners in the Safeguarding Team, the Corporate Team and occasionally other teams in Legal & Democratic Services as and when required. This may include working away from the normal location of work and working outside of normal office hours. To provide occasional supervision to Legal Apprentices and members of the Legal and Democratic Business Support Team as appropriate. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Liam Heddle on (url removed)
Organisation: Ensure the smooth and effective running of the school office and all administrative and communicative systems Assist in the organisation of school trips in cooperation with other staff. Assist with organising parents' evenings and other meetings and events, including the organisation of rooms and equipment, and providing refreshments as required Ensure that all staff create a professional and welcoming reception for all visitors and parents and all visitor checks and health and safety processes are in place to monitor entry in and out of the school Delegation of work to office staff as and when necessary Liaison with senior school staff relating to work to be undertaken by the office Leadership: Line manage the Office Administrator, kitchen Assistant Manager and Premises Officer, including reviewing staff performance and contributing to their appraisals Train and develop administrative staff as appropriate Ensure office staff at all times present a positive image of the school to all staff, parents and visitors, both internally and externally Develop an office, kitchen and premises team that delivers and meets the needs of the school Make all decisions in line with our school's policy, procedures, vision and values, and encourage others to do the same Administration: Manage manual and computerised record/information systems Analyse and evaluate data/information and produce reports/information/data as required Provide personal, administrative and organisational support to other staff and the governing board Oversee and organise the management of the pupil admissions procedure and maintain waiting lists Carry out filing, printing and photocopying. Maintain the operation of the printer and photocopier to ensure it's ready to use at all times, resolving any issues as necessary Assist with managing the school's email inbox, ensuring the school meets its expected response times and emails are forwarded to the relevant staff member as necessary Manage and organise completed forms from parents/ carers Organise and distribute incoming and outgoing post Support the induction process for new staff and pupils Book training courses for staff, when required Assist SLT with ensuring there is sufficient staff cover when staff absences occur Planning work schedules for your team and ensuring that they are aware of impending work projects, etc. Identifying training needs of your team and bringing them to the attention of the HT for discussion Maintaining sickness and holiday records of all staff Monitoring the induction of any new member of the office, kitchen or premises staff Create and maintain staff's personnel files in accordance to LA expectations
May 22, 2026
Full time
Organisation: Ensure the smooth and effective running of the school office and all administrative and communicative systems Assist in the organisation of school trips in cooperation with other staff. Assist with organising parents' evenings and other meetings and events, including the organisation of rooms and equipment, and providing refreshments as required Ensure that all staff create a professional and welcoming reception for all visitors and parents and all visitor checks and health and safety processes are in place to monitor entry in and out of the school Delegation of work to office staff as and when necessary Liaison with senior school staff relating to work to be undertaken by the office Leadership: Line manage the Office Administrator, kitchen Assistant Manager and Premises Officer, including reviewing staff performance and contributing to their appraisals Train and develop administrative staff as appropriate Ensure office staff at all times present a positive image of the school to all staff, parents and visitors, both internally and externally Develop an office, kitchen and premises team that delivers and meets the needs of the school Make all decisions in line with our school's policy, procedures, vision and values, and encourage others to do the same Administration: Manage manual and computerised record/information systems Analyse and evaluate data/information and produce reports/information/data as required Provide personal, administrative and organisational support to other staff and the governing board Oversee and organise the management of the pupil admissions procedure and maintain waiting lists Carry out filing, printing and photocopying. Maintain the operation of the printer and photocopier to ensure it's ready to use at all times, resolving any issues as necessary Assist with managing the school's email inbox, ensuring the school meets its expected response times and emails are forwarded to the relevant staff member as necessary Manage and organise completed forms from parents/ carers Organise and distribute incoming and outgoing post Support the induction process for new staff and pupils Book training courses for staff, when required Assist SLT with ensuring there is sufficient staff cover when staff absences occur Planning work schedules for your team and ensuring that they are aware of impending work projects, etc. Identifying training needs of your team and bringing them to the attention of the HT for discussion Maintaining sickness and holiday records of all staff Monitoring the induction of any new member of the office, kitchen or premises staff Create and maintain staff's personnel files in accordance to LA expectations
DEPARTMENT: HOUSING AND SAFER COMMUNITIES SECTION: ALLOCATIONS AND TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION SERVICE DESIGNATION OF POST: LETTINGS OFFICER RESPONSIBLE TO: SENIOR LETTINGS OFFICER Purpose of Job: Responsible to the Senior Lettings Officer for the day to day operations in respect of the Choice Based Lettings System, nominations to Housing Associations, Mutual Exchanges and Special Schemes as required. Main Duties: 1. To be responsible for the efficient and sensitive letting and pre letting of both Council and Housing Association properties. 2. To undertake nominations to Special Schemes and Housing Associations, ensuring all nominations procedures are followed 3. To deputise for the Senior Lettings Officer in their absence and supervise Lettings Assistants as appropriate. 4. To preparing reports and undertaking special projects and investigations as required. 5. To responding to correspondence, including Members casework and enquiries from other services, agencies and Senior Managers. 6. To preparing reports for consideration ant the Case Review Panel and administering and monitoring the appeals system. 7. To provide detailed housing advice to the public on the various means that are available to resolve their housing problems. Dealing with and taking action on telephone enquiries and liaising with other departments, authorities and external agencies as required. 8. To supply information and statistics including, details of the rehousing activity in the post holder s area of work. 9. To attend meetings relevant to the post holder s area of work as required. 10. To ensuring that the administrative procedures relating to offer process are efficiently completed. 11. To make good and proper use of the Council s IT systems, entering and retrieving information accurately and appropriately, ensuring that databases and other casework records are correct and up to date.12. To assess housing applications and verify applicants circumstances, with regards to Housing Legislation, Council Policy and Procedures. 13. To use various IT systems to verify applicant details, prior to any offer of accommodation 14. To identify cases that fall outside Council policy that may warrant priority consideration and drawing such cases to the attention of the appropriate Team leader. This will involve participation in the case review process. 15. Assist in the production of information to staff and to the public. 16. To undertake other tasks in any section of the Allocations and Temporary accommodation Service, which are relevant to the postholder s area of work and commensurate with their level of responsibility. 17. To carry out all duties with due regard to the provision of Health and Safety legislation, the Council s Equal Opportunities and Customer Care policies and the New technology Agreement.
May 22, 2026
Seasonal
DEPARTMENT: HOUSING AND SAFER COMMUNITIES SECTION: ALLOCATIONS AND TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION SERVICE DESIGNATION OF POST: LETTINGS OFFICER RESPONSIBLE TO: SENIOR LETTINGS OFFICER Purpose of Job: Responsible to the Senior Lettings Officer for the day to day operations in respect of the Choice Based Lettings System, nominations to Housing Associations, Mutual Exchanges and Special Schemes as required. Main Duties: 1. To be responsible for the efficient and sensitive letting and pre letting of both Council and Housing Association properties. 2. To undertake nominations to Special Schemes and Housing Associations, ensuring all nominations procedures are followed 3. To deputise for the Senior Lettings Officer in their absence and supervise Lettings Assistants as appropriate. 4. To preparing reports and undertaking special projects and investigations as required. 5. To responding to correspondence, including Members casework and enquiries from other services, agencies and Senior Managers. 6. To preparing reports for consideration ant the Case Review Panel and administering and monitoring the appeals system. 7. To provide detailed housing advice to the public on the various means that are available to resolve their housing problems. Dealing with and taking action on telephone enquiries and liaising with other departments, authorities and external agencies as required. 8. To supply information and statistics including, details of the rehousing activity in the post holder s area of work. 9. To attend meetings relevant to the post holder s area of work as required. 10. To ensuring that the administrative procedures relating to offer process are efficiently completed. 11. To make good and proper use of the Council s IT systems, entering and retrieving information accurately and appropriately, ensuring that databases and other casework records are correct and up to date.12. To assess housing applications and verify applicants circumstances, with regards to Housing Legislation, Council Policy and Procedures. 13. To use various IT systems to verify applicant details, prior to any offer of accommodation 14. To identify cases that fall outside Council policy that may warrant priority consideration and drawing such cases to the attention of the appropriate Team leader. This will involve participation in the case review process. 15. Assist in the production of information to staff and to the public. 16. To undertake other tasks in any section of the Allocations and Temporary accommodation Service, which are relevant to the postholder s area of work and commensurate with their level of responsibility. 17. To carry out all duties with due regard to the provision of Health and Safety legislation, the Council s Equal Opportunities and Customer Care policies and the New technology Agreement.
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client in the search for a Senior Individual Giving Manager (Maternity Cover). The organisation are a leading charity provider of mental health services in England, who are on a mission to bring about meaningful change: to our health and social care system, to the way society views mental illness, and to people s lives across the country. This is a full-time, 12-month maternity cover contract, paying a salary of £37,406 £45,384 per annum. The post holder will work in a hybrid model from their offices in London. As the Senior Individual Giving Manager, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of individual giving across acquisition, retention and supporter care, using emotionally resonant campaigns and data driven decision making to grow their supporter base and maximise lifetime value. You will manage and motivate a team of three Individual Giving Officers, creating a supportive, high performing culture. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in delivering individual giving programmes across both acquisition and retention. You will also have a solid track record in direct and digital fundraising, including paid social and ideally you will have previous line management experience. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Ariha Semontee at Prospectus. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client in the search for a Senior Individual Giving Manager (Maternity Cover). The organisation are a leading charity provider of mental health services in England, who are on a mission to bring about meaningful change: to our health and social care system, to the way society views mental illness, and to people s lives across the country. This is a full-time, 12-month maternity cover contract, paying a salary of £37,406 £45,384 per annum. The post holder will work in a hybrid model from their offices in London. As the Senior Individual Giving Manager, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of individual giving across acquisition, retention and supporter care, using emotionally resonant campaigns and data driven decision making to grow their supporter base and maximise lifetime value. You will manage and motivate a team of three Individual Giving Officers, creating a supportive, high performing culture. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in delivering individual giving programmes across both acquisition and retention. You will also have a solid track record in direct and digital fundraising, including paid social and ideally you will have previous line management experience. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Ariha Semontee at Prospectus. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Chief Executive Officer Vision Multi Academy Trust Contract: Full-time, permanent Salary: Competitive Accountable to: Board of Trustees Location: Vision House, Whitefield, Manchester, with travel across Trust sites Vision Multi Academy Trust is a collaborative and values-driven organisation, established in 2017 and built on strong local partnerships. We serve a community of five schools - four primary and one secondary - working together to ensure every child thrives, flourishes and achieves their full potential. We are proud of our inclusive and supportive culture, where children come first and where staff work collectively to deliver exceptional education. Through strong collaboration, shared expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement, we strive to provide the very best outcomes for all pupils. We are now seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to lead the next phase of our development. As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide clear strategic leadership across the Trust. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will deliver the Trust's vision, strategic aims and improvement priorities, ensuring a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. You will place the quality of education at the centre of all decision-making, ensuring that all academies deliver high standards of teaching and learning. You will support and challenge school leaders, deploying resources effectively to address underperformance and secure strong outcomes for pupils. As Accounting Officer, you will ensure robust financial stewardship. You will take responsibility for the proper, efficient and effective use of public funds, ensuring compliance, value for money and long-term sustainability. You will also explore opportunities for income generation to support the Trust's growth. You will have overall responsibility for Trust operations, including systems, processes, safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory compliance. You will lead the development of effective governance arrangements and ensure that Board decisions are implemented successfully. The role requires strong engagement with stakeholders. You will build effective relationships with school leaders, staff, pupils, families and partners, while acting as an ambassador for the Trust at local and national level. We are seeking a strategic and values-led leader with a strong track record of senior leadership. You will bring resilience, integrity and the ability to lead complex organisations with clarity and purpose. You will be committed to equality, inclusion and safeguarding, and driven by a relentless focus on high-quality education. This is a significant opportunity to shape the future of a growing Trust with a strong foundation and clear moral purpose. For more information and details on how to apply, please visit To arrange an informal and confidential discussion, please contact Laura McGunigle at Satis Education on or email Closing date for applications: 9.00am Tuesday 16 June 2026 Shortlisting: Wednesday 25 June 2026 Interviews: 1 and 2 July 2026 Vision Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer Vision Multi Academy Trust Contract: Full-time, permanent Salary: Competitive Accountable to: Board of Trustees Location: Vision House, Whitefield, Manchester, with travel across Trust sites Vision Multi Academy Trust is a collaborative and values-driven organisation, established in 2017 and built on strong local partnerships. We serve a community of five schools - four primary and one secondary - working together to ensure every child thrives, flourishes and achieves their full potential. We are proud of our inclusive and supportive culture, where children come first and where staff work collectively to deliver exceptional education. Through strong collaboration, shared expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement, we strive to provide the very best outcomes for all pupils. We are now seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to lead the next phase of our development. As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide clear strategic leadership across the Trust. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will deliver the Trust's vision, strategic aims and improvement priorities, ensuring a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. You will place the quality of education at the centre of all decision-making, ensuring that all academies deliver high standards of teaching and learning. You will support and challenge school leaders, deploying resources effectively to address underperformance and secure strong outcomes for pupils. As Accounting Officer, you will ensure robust financial stewardship. You will take responsibility for the proper, efficient and effective use of public funds, ensuring compliance, value for money and long-term sustainability. You will also explore opportunities for income generation to support the Trust's growth. You will have overall responsibility for Trust operations, including systems, processes, safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory compliance. You will lead the development of effective governance arrangements and ensure that Board decisions are implemented successfully. The role requires strong engagement with stakeholders. You will build effective relationships with school leaders, staff, pupils, families and partners, while acting as an ambassador for the Trust at local and national level. We are seeking a strategic and values-led leader with a strong track record of senior leadership. You will bring resilience, integrity and the ability to lead complex organisations with clarity and purpose. You will be committed to equality, inclusion and safeguarding, and driven by a relentless focus on high-quality education. This is a significant opportunity to shape the future of a growing Trust with a strong foundation and clear moral purpose. For more information and details on how to apply, please visit To arrange an informal and confidential discussion, please contact Laura McGunigle at Satis Education on or email Closing date for applications: 9.00am Tuesday 16 June 2026 Shortlisting: Wednesday 25 June 2026 Interviews: 1 and 2 July 2026 Vision Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
Regional Safeguarding and Child Protection Officer Salary: £47,181.00 to £52,413.00 per annum Closing Date: 14/06/2026 Contract Type: All Year Round Contract Term: Permanent Hours Per Week: 37 hours per week Location: Regional travel across cluster schools in either West Midlands or London Do you want to join a team that provides outstanding leadership, strategic direction and support to some of the best schools in the country? Do you want to play your part in delivering outstanding learning and teaching to young people in disadvantaged communities? If so, joining the Star team might just be the best career move you ever make. About Star Central Star Central, which is based at our head office in Blackburn, Lancashire, provides leadership, strategic direction and support to Star Academies, Star Talent Academy and our schools. The Star Central team includes experts from a range of professional backgrounds, who work together to provide an outstanding support service to the Star community. We support our schools to provide educational and operational excellence and to cultivate a strong Star community, with the aim of nurturing today's young people and inspiring tomorrow's leaders. Who we're looking for This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside senior leaders to develop and maintain a positive, ambitious culture which promotes excellent safeguarding practices by removing barriers to learning. We are looking for safeguarding experts who are able to develop strategies and provide advice to senior leaders to help create an open safe environment where all stakeholders are able to raise concerns. As a Regional Safeguarding and Child Protection Officer, you will be deployed across our schools located in the cluster regions of West Midlands and London and so you must be flexible to travel as and when required to do so. You will have: Qualified to degree level or equivalent. Experience in managing complex child protection cases and an ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with both internal and external organisations A proven track record of achieving organisational change and experience of partnership and multi-agency working. Up to date current thinking around safeguarding and be equipped with the skills and knowledge to undertake the role. The ability to identify opportunities to deliver improvement. About Star Academies Star Academies is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you'll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person's future - our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed. Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub, Star Talent Academy. With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level. We can also offer you a range of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans. Find out more Please download the job description and person specification below for further information about the role. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please contact Star Central by calling . Key Dates Closing Date: Sunday, 14 June 2026 at midnight. Interview Date: To be confirmed. Proposed Start Date: As soon as possible. Application Process To apply for this vacancy please use the 'Apply for job' link below. Star Academies Jobs Search here for your perfect career - Job Information Apply for Regional Safeguarding and Child Protection Officer You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the vast majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification. Our Commitment Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Regional Safeguarding and Child Protection Officer Salary: £47,181.00 to £52,413.00 per annum Closing Date: 14/06/2026 Contract Type: All Year Round Contract Term: Permanent Hours Per Week: 37 hours per week Location: Regional travel across cluster schools in either West Midlands or London Do you want to join a team that provides outstanding leadership, strategic direction and support to some of the best schools in the country? Do you want to play your part in delivering outstanding learning and teaching to young people in disadvantaged communities? If so, joining the Star team might just be the best career move you ever make. About Star Central Star Central, which is based at our head office in Blackburn, Lancashire, provides leadership, strategic direction and support to Star Academies, Star Talent Academy and our schools. The Star Central team includes experts from a range of professional backgrounds, who work together to provide an outstanding support service to the Star community. We support our schools to provide educational and operational excellence and to cultivate a strong Star community, with the aim of nurturing today's young people and inspiring tomorrow's leaders. Who we're looking for This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside senior leaders to develop and maintain a positive, ambitious culture which promotes excellent safeguarding practices by removing barriers to learning. We are looking for safeguarding experts who are able to develop strategies and provide advice to senior leaders to help create an open safe environment where all stakeholders are able to raise concerns. As a Regional Safeguarding and Child Protection Officer, you will be deployed across our schools located in the cluster regions of West Midlands and London and so you must be flexible to travel as and when required to do so. You will have: Qualified to degree level or equivalent. Experience in managing complex child protection cases and an ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with both internal and external organisations A proven track record of achieving organisational change and experience of partnership and multi-agency working. Up to date current thinking around safeguarding and be equipped with the skills and knowledge to undertake the role. The ability to identify opportunities to deliver improvement. About Star Academies Star Academies is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you'll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person's future - our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed. Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub, Star Talent Academy. With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level. We can also offer you a range of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans. Find out more Please download the job description and person specification below for further information about the role. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please contact Star Central by calling . Key Dates Closing Date: Sunday, 14 June 2026 at midnight. Interview Date: To be confirmed. Proposed Start Date: As soon as possible. Application Process To apply for this vacancy please use the 'Apply for job' link below. Star Academies Jobs Search here for your perfect career - Job Information Apply for Regional Safeguarding and Child Protection Officer You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the vast majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification. Our Commitment Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
Harnessing creativity, Setting strong challenges. Storytelling with impact. Cancer Stories Senior Officer £39,000 - £42,000 plus benefits Reports to: Senior Manager, Cancer Stories Team Grade: P2 Directorate : Policy, Information and Communications Contract : Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location : Stratford, London. High Flex (1-2 days per week in office) Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. External closing date: 28 May 2026, 23:55. Internal closing date: 31 May 2026, 23:55. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the application questions and work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively. If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact as soon as possible. Recruitment process: 2 stage interview process consisting of role-based interview and presentation task at stage 2. Interview date : From 9 June 2026. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you. Stories are at the heart of our work. As a Cancer Stories Senior Officer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the real experiences of people affected by cancer shape our campaigns, inspire our supporters and strengthen our brand. You'll build relationships with people affected by cancer and develop powerful, impactful stories across national campaigns, media, social channels and fundraising activity, showing the human impact of cancer and why our work matters. What you'll be doing: Identify and develop compelling, high-quality case studies for marketing and communications activity, including national campaigns, PR, social media and key fundraising events Support and deliver strategic projects aligned to our marketing and communications priorities Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams to understand organisational needs and deliver stories with the greatest impact Develop and manage a diverse pipeline of stories, sourcing contributors, conducting interviews, and maintaining accurate, compliant records Recruit, support and steward people affected by cancer to become story volunteers, ensuring they feel valued, informed and empowered Manage relationships with people affected by cancer, ensuring that story volunteers are supported, and their wellbeing prioritised, preparing and briefing volunteers thoroughly ahead of any events and accompanying them to media opportunities, events and filming as needed Champion equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring our stories reflect the communities we serve Follow best practice in safeguarding, data privacy and health and safety Contribute to team processes and continuous improvement, bringing fresh ideas and insight What we're looking for? You'll be a skilled communicator with a passion for storytelling and a strong sense of empathy. In addition, you'll bring: Communications expertise - Experience in journalism, PR or communications, with the ability to identify and develop powerful case studies that bring campaigns to life Relationship-building skills - Confidence in working with and supporting volunteers, building trust and long-term engagement Project management - Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines Exceptional communication skills - Strong written and verbal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive topics with professionalism and care Experience with sensitive issues - Confidence working with complex or emotive subject matter, particularly relating to health Strong IT skills - Experience managing information and databases accurately and efficiently Data awareness - Understanding of CRM systems and data protection principles (desirable) Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human: Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. Internal Eligibility criteria Internal candidates should ideally have completed their 6-month 'getting started' period before applying for other roles. You should also advise your current line manager at the point you make an internal application, or at the latest, at the point of being invited for an interview. All internal candidates applying for a secondment, must have: completed their getting started period discussed their intention to apply and gained approval to apply with their line manager been in their substantive (home) role for at least 6 months (this is only applicable if you have previously been on secondment) If you do not confirm that you meet these requirements, we will not be able to progress your application. Additional information For more information about working with us please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Harnessing creativity, Setting strong challenges. Storytelling with impact. Cancer Stories Senior Officer £39,000 - £42,000 plus benefits Reports to: Senior Manager, Cancer Stories Team Grade: P2 Directorate : Policy, Information and Communications Contract : Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location : Stratford, London. High Flex (1-2 days per week in office) Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. External closing date: 28 May 2026, 23:55. Internal closing date: 31 May 2026, 23:55. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the application questions and work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively. If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact as soon as possible. Recruitment process: 2 stage interview process consisting of role-based interview and presentation task at stage 2. Interview date : From 9 June 2026. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you. Stories are at the heart of our work. As a Cancer Stories Senior Officer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the real experiences of people affected by cancer shape our campaigns, inspire our supporters and strengthen our brand. You'll build relationships with people affected by cancer and develop powerful, impactful stories across national campaigns, media, social channels and fundraising activity, showing the human impact of cancer and why our work matters. What you'll be doing: Identify and develop compelling, high-quality case studies for marketing and communications activity, including national campaigns, PR, social media and key fundraising events Support and deliver strategic projects aligned to our marketing and communications priorities Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams to understand organisational needs and deliver stories with the greatest impact Develop and manage a diverse pipeline of stories, sourcing contributors, conducting interviews, and maintaining accurate, compliant records Recruit, support and steward people affected by cancer to become story volunteers, ensuring they feel valued, informed and empowered Manage relationships with people affected by cancer, ensuring that story volunteers are supported, and their wellbeing prioritised, preparing and briefing volunteers thoroughly ahead of any events and accompanying them to media opportunities, events and filming as needed Champion equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring our stories reflect the communities we serve Follow best practice in safeguarding, data privacy and health and safety Contribute to team processes and continuous improvement, bringing fresh ideas and insight What we're looking for? You'll be a skilled communicator with a passion for storytelling and a strong sense of empathy. In addition, you'll bring: Communications expertise - Experience in journalism, PR or communications, with the ability to identify and develop powerful case studies that bring campaigns to life Relationship-building skills - Confidence in working with and supporting volunteers, building trust and long-term engagement Project management - Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines Exceptional communication skills - Strong written and verbal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive topics with professionalism and care Experience with sensitive issues - Confidence working with complex or emotive subject matter, particularly relating to health Strong IT skills - Experience managing information and databases accurately and efficiently Data awareness - Understanding of CRM systems and data protection principles (desirable) Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human: Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. Internal Eligibility criteria Internal candidates should ideally have completed their 6-month 'getting started' period before applying for other roles. You should also advise your current line manager at the point you make an internal application, or at the latest, at the point of being invited for an interview. All internal candidates applying for a secondment, must have: completed their getting started period discussed their intention to apply and gained approval to apply with their line manager been in their substantive (home) role for at least 6 months (this is only applicable if you have previously been on secondment) If you do not confirm that you meet these requirements, we will not be able to progress your application. Additional information For more information about working with us please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client in the search for a Senior Individual Giving Manager (Maternity Cover). The organisation are a leading charity provider of mental health services in England, who are on a mission to bring about meaningful change: to our health and social care system, to the way society views mental illness, and to people's lives across the country. This is a full-time, 12-month maternity cover contract, paying a salary of £37,406 - £45,384 per annum. The post holder will work in a hybrid model from their offices in London. As the Senior Individual Giving Manager, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of individual giving across acquisition, retention and supporter care, using emotionally resonant campaigns and data driven decision making to grow their supporter base and maximise lifetime value. You will manage and motivate a team of three Individual Giving Officers, creating a supportive, high performing culture. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in delivering individual giving programmes across both acquisition and retention. You will also have a solid track record in direct and digital fundraising, including paid social and ideally you will have previous line management experience. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Ariha Semontee at Prospectus. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client in the search for a Senior Individual Giving Manager (Maternity Cover). The organisation are a leading charity provider of mental health services in England, who are on a mission to bring about meaningful change: to our health and social care system, to the way society views mental illness, and to people's lives across the country. This is a full-time, 12-month maternity cover contract, paying a salary of £37,406 - £45,384 per annum. The post holder will work in a hybrid model from their offices in London. As the Senior Individual Giving Manager, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of individual giving across acquisition, retention and supporter care, using emotionally resonant campaigns and data driven decision making to grow their supporter base and maximise lifetime value. You will manage and motivate a team of three Individual Giving Officers, creating a supportive, high performing culture. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in delivering individual giving programmes across both acquisition and retention. You will also have a solid track record in direct and digital fundraising, including paid social and ideally you will have previous line management experience. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Ariha Semontee at Prospectus. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Interviews will take place week commencing 15th June 2026 Full details of the role can be found in the attached Candidate Brief. As Chief Operating Officer (COO) you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership to Homes England's enabling functions. You will embrace and role model the values and behaviours as a leader and colleague across the Agency more widely. Working closely with our Chief Executive Officer and the rest of the Corporate Leadership Team (CLT), your input will be critical to the success of the Agency's mission and government's housing priorities. As Chief Operating Officer you will provide leadership across people, digital, change, performance, estates, legal, commercial and business services, enabling effective decision making, organisational resilience and value for money, while supporting the Chief Executive and Board. About the role. As Chief Operating Officer you will provide strategic leadership of the Chief Operating Office, aligning individual expert contributions toward a shared vision, and leveraging diverse skills for collective problem-solving. Ensuring high quality, efficient and resilient enabling and corporate services that support delivery of Homes England's mission. You will be a core member of the CLT, contributing to corporate strategy, organisational performance, and long-term sustainability. You will lead organisational planning, performance management and assurance, ensuring robust governance frameworks and operational processes and structures which enable the agency to operate within its Risk Appetite. As COO you will lead the design and delivery of strategic change, ensuring the organisation can deliver on its mission and strategy through optimal alignment of its people, systems and processes. Our COO will oversee financial management, budgeting and financial control of the Directorate and change budgets to ensure public funds are used responsibly and deliver value for money. You will lead the people agenda, including workforce strategy, organisational design, culture, leadership capability and employee engagement. You will provide executive sponsorship for digital, data and systems transformation to improve efficiency, insight and user experience, and minimise cyber and operational risk. As COO you will ensure Homes England meets its statutory, regulatory and assurance obligations, including audit, compliance and transparency requirements. You will maintain strong relationships with sponsor departments, regulators and key partners, representing Homes England with credibility and authority. This role is also key in promoting continuous improvement, innovation and collaboration across corporate services and the wider organisation. About you. As Chief Operating Officer you will be an experienced senior leader with significant experience at executive or board level within a complex organisation. You will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of corporate services, including performance, people, digital, commercial and governance functions. You will possess a strong understanding of corporate services, including performance, people, digital, commercial and governance functions. Your demonstrable experience of leading largescale complex organisational change and transformation will be key. You will bring a proven ability to operate effectively within public sector governance, assurance and accountability frameworks. This role will require strong financial acumen, with experience overseeing budgets, financial planning and value for money decisions. Success in this role will require excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with senior stakeholders. Who are we? Homes England: The Housing and Regeneration Agency We believe that affordable, quality homes in well-designed places are key to improving people's lives. As the government's housing and regeneration agency, we create thriving new places and transform urban areas, combining the full breadth of our powers, expertise, land, capital and influence to bring investment to communities and get more homes built. How? We form long-term partnerships that bridge the gap between the public and private sector to meet local needs and aspirations. We use our influence to champion the creation of sustainable homes, communities and places that are brilliantly designed for the people that live there now, and in the future. And we use our funding and support to build a more resilient, diverse and innovative housing sector, helping new entrants in the market, encouraging modern methods of construction and design, and promoting the utmost attention to building safety. Together with our partners, we're accelerating the pace of house building, remediation and regeneration across the country, as we seek to deliver ever more affordable homes in places people are proud to call home for generations to come. What we offer. As well as a competitive salary and 33 days annual leave, we are committed to 50/50 hybrid working. We'll support you, wherever possible, so that you don't miss out on what matters to you. Membership of the Homes and Communities Agency Pension Scheme, which is a contributory defined benefit scheme with the amount you receive on retirement based on your salary and years worked at the Agency. Internal applicants: please note that if you are successful, the salary you are offered will be in accordance with our pay policy. You can find details on the HR Hub SharePoint site. If you ever need a bit of extra help, we have a great employee assistance programme, a wide range of healthcare plans, financial wellbeing support and access to many great discounts with leading high street names. Our range of network groups are also there to support you to be yourself at work and play a key role in helping shape our future. If you are a member of a professional body, we'll pay for your membership and once you get your digital kit, you'll be good to go. Homes England are a geographically diverse community. We work to a 50/50 office/ home based model. Moving back into our office environments has enabled us to utilise our space and time together in the most collaborative way. We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications. We also encourage you to apply using the full application option as opposed to quick apply, this is especially important if you would like to indicate to us that you would like to be considered under the disability confident scheme. We're a diverse team of more than 1,000 professionals spanning 17 professions, helping Homes England to be effective, efficient and deliver for communities. Our people remain at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to building an Agency that not only reflects the diverse communities we serve, but also champions inclusion in how we shape homes and places across the country. For more information about our EDI strategy please see our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Report 2024 to 2025 - Second Edition - GOV.UK You will be required to have the Right to Work in the UK and Homes England do not offer visa sponsorship. If your application is shortlisted to interview we will require you to provide proof of your Right to Work in the UK at this stage. Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Interviews will take place week commencing 15th June 2026 Full details of the role can be found in the attached Candidate Brief. As Chief Operating Officer (COO) you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership to Homes England's enabling functions. You will embrace and role model the values and behaviours as a leader and colleague across the Agency more widely. Working closely with our Chief Executive Officer and the rest of the Corporate Leadership Team (CLT), your input will be critical to the success of the Agency's mission and government's housing priorities. As Chief Operating Officer you will provide leadership across people, digital, change, performance, estates, legal, commercial and business services, enabling effective decision making, organisational resilience and value for money, while supporting the Chief Executive and Board. About the role. As Chief Operating Officer you will provide strategic leadership of the Chief Operating Office, aligning individual expert contributions toward a shared vision, and leveraging diverse skills for collective problem-solving. Ensuring high quality, efficient and resilient enabling and corporate services that support delivery of Homes England's mission. You will be a core member of the CLT, contributing to corporate strategy, organisational performance, and long-term sustainability. You will lead organisational planning, performance management and assurance, ensuring robust governance frameworks and operational processes and structures which enable the agency to operate within its Risk Appetite. As COO you will lead the design and delivery of strategic change, ensuring the organisation can deliver on its mission and strategy through optimal alignment of its people, systems and processes. Our COO will oversee financial management, budgeting and financial control of the Directorate and change budgets to ensure public funds are used responsibly and deliver value for money. You will lead the people agenda, including workforce strategy, organisational design, culture, leadership capability and employee engagement. You will provide executive sponsorship for digital, data and systems transformation to improve efficiency, insight and user experience, and minimise cyber and operational risk. As COO you will ensure Homes England meets its statutory, regulatory and assurance obligations, including audit, compliance and transparency requirements. You will maintain strong relationships with sponsor departments, regulators and key partners, representing Homes England with credibility and authority. This role is also key in promoting continuous improvement, innovation and collaboration across corporate services and the wider organisation. About you. As Chief Operating Officer you will be an experienced senior leader with significant experience at executive or board level within a complex organisation. You will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of corporate services, including performance, people, digital, commercial and governance functions. You will possess a strong understanding of corporate services, including performance, people, digital, commercial and governance functions. Your demonstrable experience of leading largescale complex organisational change and transformation will be key. You will bring a proven ability to operate effectively within public sector governance, assurance and accountability frameworks. This role will require strong financial acumen, with experience overseeing budgets, financial planning and value for money decisions. Success in this role will require excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with senior stakeholders. Who are we? Homes England: The Housing and Regeneration Agency We believe that affordable, quality homes in well-designed places are key to improving people's lives. As the government's housing and regeneration agency, we create thriving new places and transform urban areas, combining the full breadth of our powers, expertise, land, capital and influence to bring investment to communities and get more homes built. How? We form long-term partnerships that bridge the gap between the public and private sector to meet local needs and aspirations. We use our influence to champion the creation of sustainable homes, communities and places that are brilliantly designed for the people that live there now, and in the future. And we use our funding and support to build a more resilient, diverse and innovative housing sector, helping new entrants in the market, encouraging modern methods of construction and design, and promoting the utmost attention to building safety. Together with our partners, we're accelerating the pace of house building, remediation and regeneration across the country, as we seek to deliver ever more affordable homes in places people are proud to call home for generations to come. What we offer. As well as a competitive salary and 33 days annual leave, we are committed to 50/50 hybrid working. We'll support you, wherever possible, so that you don't miss out on what matters to you. Membership of the Homes and Communities Agency Pension Scheme, which is a contributory defined benefit scheme with the amount you receive on retirement based on your salary and years worked at the Agency. Internal applicants: please note that if you are successful, the salary you are offered will be in accordance with our pay policy. You can find details on the HR Hub SharePoint site. If you ever need a bit of extra help, we have a great employee assistance programme, a wide range of healthcare plans, financial wellbeing support and access to many great discounts with leading high street names. Our range of network groups are also there to support you to be yourself at work and play a key role in helping shape our future. If you are a member of a professional body, we'll pay for your membership and once you get your digital kit, you'll be good to go. Homes England are a geographically diverse community. We work to a 50/50 office/ home based model. Moving back into our office environments has enabled us to utilise our space and time together in the most collaborative way. We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications. We also encourage you to apply using the full application option as opposed to quick apply, this is especially important if you would like to indicate to us that you would like to be considered under the disability confident scheme. We're a diverse team of more than 1,000 professionals spanning 17 professions, helping Homes England to be effective, efficient and deliver for communities. Our people remain at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to building an Agency that not only reflects the diverse communities we serve, but also champions inclusion in how we shape homes and places across the country. For more information about our EDI strategy please see our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Report 2024 to 2025 - Second Edition - GOV.UK You will be required to have the Right to Work in the UK and Homes England do not offer visa sponsorship. If your application is shortlisted to interview we will require you to provide proof of your Right to Work in the UK at this stage. Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Senior Programme Officer Band 5 ( .40 per day) Leeds City Centre + Hybrid Working Working Pattern: Up to 80% home working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Fixed-term to end of July (extension likely) We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Senior Programme Officer. Our client is the UK's largest funder of health and care research, committed to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of healthcare. It plays a vital role in developing world-class researchers and delivering national training and fellowship programmes. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the delivery of training schemes and fellowships, ensuring programmes run efficiently, stakeholders are engaged, and candidates have a positive experience throughout. Key Responsibilities Programme Delivery Meetings & Events Contract & Financial Management Stakeholder Engagement Team & Operational Support Skills & Experience Strong communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders Experience analysing and presenting complex information Excellent written communication skills Proven ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines Experience with financial administration and contract management Understanding of the public sector, academic or health research environment Awareness of UK Government health research strategy Desirable Experience Experience within the NHS, research, or higher education sectors Knowledge of research funding or programme management Experience in global health / ODA environments Understanding of research capacity development If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
May 21, 2026
Contractor
Senior Programme Officer Band 5 ( .40 per day) Leeds City Centre + Hybrid Working Working Pattern: Up to 80% home working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Fixed-term to end of July (extension likely) We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Senior Programme Officer. Our client is the UK's largest funder of health and care research, committed to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of healthcare. It plays a vital role in developing world-class researchers and delivering national training and fellowship programmes. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the delivery of training schemes and fellowships, ensuring programmes run efficiently, stakeholders are engaged, and candidates have a positive experience throughout. Key Responsibilities Programme Delivery Meetings & Events Contract & Financial Management Stakeholder Engagement Team & Operational Support Skills & Experience Strong communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders Experience analysing and presenting complex information Excellent written communication skills Proven ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines Experience with financial administration and contract management Understanding of the public sector, academic or health research environment Awareness of UK Government health research strategy Desirable Experience Experience within the NHS, research, or higher education sectors Knowledge of research funding or programme management Experience in global health / ODA environments Understanding of research capacity development If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Environmental Health Officer Southampton £27.52 per hour We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Environmental Health Officer to join a busy Port Health Service team in Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to contribute to public health protection, environmental compliance, and regulatory enforcement within a dynamic local authority environment. Key Responsibilities Undertake surveys, investigations, and research activities relating to environmental and public health matters. Carry out inspections, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports, legal notices, schedules, committee reports, and correspondence. Take appropriate enforcement action, including legal proceedings where necessary, in accordance with City Council policy. Inspect plans and assess development proposals relevant to divisional responsibilities, providing professional advice and recommendations. Interpret and administer current legislation, policies, and regulatory requirements while keeping up to date with industry developments and legislative changes. Attend and represent the Port Health Service at committee meetings, public inquiries, and external events as required. Support senior officers with specialist functional responsibilities within the Port Health Service. Liaise effectively with internal departments, external agencies, and partner organisations to support coordinated service delivery and policy development. To find out more information please contact Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency
May 21, 2026
Contractor
Environmental Health Officer Southampton £27.52 per hour We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Environmental Health Officer to join a busy Port Health Service team in Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to contribute to public health protection, environmental compliance, and regulatory enforcement within a dynamic local authority environment. Key Responsibilities Undertake surveys, investigations, and research activities relating to environmental and public health matters. Carry out inspections, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports, legal notices, schedules, committee reports, and correspondence. Take appropriate enforcement action, including legal proceedings where necessary, in accordance with City Council policy. Inspect plans and assess development proposals relevant to divisional responsibilities, providing professional advice and recommendations. Interpret and administer current legislation, policies, and regulatory requirements while keeping up to date with industry developments and legislative changes. Attend and represent the Port Health Service at committee meetings, public inquiries, and external events as required. Support senior officers with specialist functional responsibilities within the Port Health Service. Liaise effectively with internal departments, external agencies, and partner organisations to support coordinated service delivery and policy development. To find out more information please contact Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency
