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Care Technology Officer Wandsworth & Richmond (Hybrid - 2-3 days in office) £20.03 PAYE / £26.53 Umbrella 3-month contract (likely extension) No DBS required About the Role We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Care Technology Officer to join the Transformation and Digital Service within a Shared Staffing Arrangement across the London Boroughs of Wandsworth and Richmond. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative service delivery, using technology to help residents live safely and independently in their own homes. You will play a key role in assessing, installing, maintaining, and promoting care technology solutions while working collaboratively across services and partners. Key Responsibilities Carry out care technology assessments, installations, and risk assessments across both boroughs Work closely with the Joint Control Centre (JCC) and service delivery partners Promote care technology solutions across social care teams, health partners, and community organisations Review and adapt technology packages to ensure they meet service user needs Maintain and repair equipment, arranging replacements where necessary Support and train frontline staff on care technology processes and referrals Deputise for the Care Technology Manager , including delivering induction training Respond to enquiries from residents and stakeholders, providing expert advice Monitor system reports and auto-tests to ensure equipment is functioning effectively Manage user records within the Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) system Oversee stock control and ordering of equipment Stay up to date with the latest care technology developments About You You will be: Experienced in care technology, assistive technology, or a similar field Comfortable working independently across multiple locations A strong communicator, able to engage with a range of stakeholders Organised, with experience managing records, systems, or stock control Adaptable and confident working across differing processes and teams Knowledgeable in systems such as Mosaic (desirable) Passionate about improving outcomes for residents through innovation What's on Offer Competitive hourly rate Hybrid working flexibility (2-3 days in the office) Opportunity to work within an innovative, forward-thinking local authority partnership Exposure to cutting-edge digital and care technology solutions Potential for contract extension Additional Information Must be able to self-manage workload and work unsupervised Expected to travel across both boroughs Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding is essential Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser

Job Title: Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) Location: Nottingham Salary: 24.25 per hour Umbrella - Plus travel expenses paid Contract Type: Temp - 1 month but extension likely. Are you an expert at building bridges between residents and contractors? We are looking for a dedicated and empathetic Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) to join our team. Working within the Social Housing sector, you will be the face of our Planned Maintenance/Refurbishment/Decent Homes programme, ensuring that communication between our site teams and tenants is seamless, transparent, and respectful. This isn't just about delivering notices; it's about managing relationships, de-escalating concerns, and ensuring that every resident feels heard while we improve their homes. Key Responsibilities The Primary Contact: Act as the first point of contact for residents, providing clear information regarding upcoming works (e.g., kitchen/bathroom replacements, FRA works, or external repairs). Access Management: Coordinate and book appointments for surveyors and tradespeople, ensuring high levels of access are maintained to keep the project on schedule. Pre-Entry Surveys: Conduct initial visits to explain the scope of work, identify any vulnerable residents, and document any specific household needs. Complaint Resolution: Handle queries and complaints professionally, resolving issues locally wherever possible to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction. Reporting: Maintain accurate resident logs and provide regular updates to the Housing Association/Local Authority partners. What We're Looking For Sector Experience: Proven experience as an RLO, TLO, or Customer Liaison Officer specifically within Social Housing , a Housing Association , or a Council environment. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt your style to a diverse range of residents. Resilience: The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations or when dealing with difficult conversations. Organisation: Strong administrative skills to manage schedules, resident files, and daily reporting. Transport: A valid UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle (standard requirement for site-based RLO roles). Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 28,500 Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering - Full Time Permanent Location: Office-Based - Bridgend Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Covering Area: Cymru South Benefits Starting at 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Free Parking This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Referrals Officer to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South. Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. Benefits of Joining Our Team We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes, walk and talks at the beach or in parks, weekly wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. All this combined with an exceptionally generous annual leave scheme set out above ensures that there are sufficient opportunities for that essential down time. As part of the FCA Cymru team we welcome all members of our staffs' families to be involved in all our activities that we provide to our fostering families and so you can attend many of these days out with your own children and partners as an additional gesture from the company. These have in the past included Alton Towers, West Midlands Safari Park, horse riding, skating trips and lots more to choose from. Within FCA we also take the opportunity for team-building days away when all staff have the opportunity to come together from across Cymru and strengthen our staff collaborations and everything we have achieved. Staff appreciation day is also celebrated yearly across FCA. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with line manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with a highly welcoming and close-knit team will ensure that you feel fully supported at all times. Additional Benefits Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to undertake additional recruitment events for additional payments An exceptional platform available for online and face to training opportunities Inclusion to a comprehensive rewards package including access to discounts to hundreds of major retailers Opportunity to join, at a highly reduced rate, our foster talk scheme with all the legal and financial advice this provides as well as additional discounts to various schemes and retailers Competitive mileage allowance About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our head office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA Cymru is a well-established agency, rated as excellent in our most recent CIW inspection, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role and full training and support will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is friendly, has a big personality, good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. We pride ourselves on the supportive team ethos we have within Cymru as a whole and you would be dealing with families across the whole of the country with the opportunity to visit our office in Abergele to meet with colleagues on occasion should you wish. Contact For more information about this post please contact Fiona Hatton, Referrals Manager, on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or at . We would really welcome the opportunity to discuss further with you the role and potential of welcoming you to a fantastic team providing great outcomes for children and young people. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

Role: Employee Relations Consultant Sector: Public Sector Duration: 1 x Permanent & 1 x FTC Location: Medway Salary: 37,732 Sellick Partnership is currently recruiting for an experienced Employee Relations Consultant to join our public sector organisation, based in Medway. There are 2 roles available, 1 permanent placement and 1 fixed term contract for a year. The Employee Relations Consultants will provide advice, support and coaching to managers in Children's Services on absence management cases to embed the new Sickness Absence policy, processes, toolkits and recording system to ensure robust absence management and a reduction in absence levels. In addition they will provide professional HR advice and support to investigating officers, chairs of hearings and appeals panels across the organisation on a wide variety of employee relations activities including issues affecting individual members of staff (such as disciplinaries, dispute resolution, grievances, absence management and capability issues), some of which may be complex The duties of the Employee Relations Consultant include: Providing advice, support and coaching to managers in Children's Services on absence management cases to embed the new Sickness Absence policy, processes, toolkits and recording system to ensure robust absence management and a reduction in absence levels. Providing professional HR advice and support to investigating officers, chairs of hearings and appeals panels across the Council on a wide variety of employee relations activities including issues affecting individual members of staff (such as disciplinaries, dispute resolution, grievances, absence management and capability issues), some of which may be complex. Designing and delivering, in conjunction with the Learning & Development team, training solutions in ER related areas to support managers in understanding and application of the sickness absence policy. Contributing to the ongoing review and implementation of HR processes and policy, highlighting areas where policies can be improved through experiences gained in managing casework. Liaising with stakeholders in a way that promotes the One Medway Council Plan and embeds our values and behaviours. Managing a caseload of sickness absence / ill health cases. Coaching and supporting managers to apply the sickness absence policy consistently and fairly. To analyse sickness absence data and provide conclusions and recommendations, drafting an action plan with Children's Services management team. Acting as client manager for formal investigations. Providing professional HR advice and support to investigating officers, chairs of hearings and appeals panels across the Council and schools (in accordance with the service level contract that has been purchased.) In conjunction with the ER Consultant and HR Policy Lead, contribute to the the ongoing review of HR policy and process, including updating templates and process flow charts. Delivering training and coach managers in ER related areas. At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above. Designing and delivering, in conjunction with the Learning & Development team, training solutions in ER related areas to support managers in understanding and application of the sickness absence policy. Contributing to the ongoing review and implementation of HR processes and policy, highlighting areas where policies can be improved through experiences gained in managing casework. The Employee Relations Consultant will ideally have: CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent, or qualified by experience Experience within a public sector organisation (Local Government, NHS or Education) Experience of employee relations management Experience of employment/labour law The Employee Relations Consultant will need to have excellent communication skills and effectively be able to communicate to stakeholders of all levels. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will have an impeccable eye for detail and accuracy to ensure all workload is carried out effectively and efficiently. They will also need to able to prioritise their workload and be efficient and effective to meet unpredictable deadlines and deal with conflicting demands, whilst working in a high-pressured environment How to apply for the Employee Relations Consultant: Our client is hoping to have the Employee Relations Consultant in the role as soon as possible, therefore if you believe your experience meets the criteria above, please contact Charlotte Broomfield by Friday 15th May by submitted your CV directly. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering Location: Office-based - Sheffield Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Contract: Full time, permanent Benefits: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) plus Bank Holidays Company pension Life assurance x2 Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Free parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA (Yorks and Lincs) is a well-established agency, rated as Outstanding with Ofsted, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role. Full training will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. For more information about this post please contact Carrie Robinson, Referrals Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering Location: Office-based - Sheffield Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Contract: Full time, permanent Benefits: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) plus Bank Holidays Company pension Life assurance x2 Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Free parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA (Yorks and Lincs) is a well-established agency, rated as Outstanding with Ofsted, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role. Full training will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. For more information about this post please contact Carrie Robinson, Referrals Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering - Full Time Permanent Location: Office-Based - Bridgend Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Covering Area: Cymru South Benefits Starting at 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Free Parking This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Referrals Officer to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South. Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. Benefits of Joining Our Team We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes, walk and talks at the beach or in parks, weekly wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. All this combined with an exceptionally generous annual leave scheme set out above ensures that there are sufficient opportunities for that essential down time. As part of the FCA Cymru team we welcome all members of our staffs' families to be involved in all our activities that we provide to our fostering families and so you can attend many of these days out with your own children and partners as an additional gesture from the company. These have in the past included Alton Towers, West Midlands Safari Park, horse riding, skating trips and lots more to choose from. Within FCA we also take the opportunity for team-building days away when all staff have the opportunity to come together from across Cymru and strengthen our staff collaborations and everything we have achieved. Staff appreciation day is also celebrated yearly across FCA. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with line manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with a highly welcoming and close-knit team will ensure that you feel fully supported at all times. Additional Benefits Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to undertake additional recruitment events for additional payments An exceptional platform available for online and face to training opportunities Inclusion to a comprehensive rewards package including access to discounts to hundreds of major retailers Opportunity to join, at a highly reduced rate, our foster talk scheme with all the legal and financial advice this provides as well as additional discounts to various schemes and retailers Competitive mileage allowance About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our head office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA Cymru is a well-established agency, rated as excellent in our most recent CIW inspection, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role and full training and support will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is friendly, has a big personality, good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. We pride ourselves on the supportive team ethos we have within Cymru as a whole and you would be dealing with families across the whole of the country with the opportunity to visit our office in Abergele to meet with colleagues on occasion should you wish. Contact For more information about this post please contact Fiona Hatton, Referrals Manager, on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or at . We would really welcome the opportunity to discuss further with you the role and potential of welcoming you to a fantastic team providing great outcomes for children and young people. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

We're recruiting an experienced Complaints and Repairs Officer to join a busy Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement service within a London local authority. This role will focus heavily on managing complaints, repairs casework and resident enquiries across temporary accommodation services. You will be responsible for investigating complaints, responding to Ombudsman and Members enquiries, liaising with residents and managing agents, and ensuring repairs and property-related issues are resolved effectively and in line with corporate policies and procedures. The successful candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills alongside experience within temporary accommodation, housing management, property management, repairs and maintenance, or complaints handling within a local authority or housing setting. The Role - Manage complaints and repairs casework across temporary accommodation services. - Investigate Stage 1 and Stage 2 complaints in line with the council's corporate complaints policy. - Respond to Members enquiries, Ombudsman enquiries and escalated resident concerns within required timescales. - Liaise directly with residents, landlords, managing agents, contractors and internal teams to resolve accommodation and repairs issues. - Draft high-quality written complaint responses, investigation findings and case updates. - Monitor and progress repairs issues within temporary accommodation, ensuring timely resolutions and clear communication with residents. - Investigate disrepair concerns, service failures and property-related complaints across temporary accommodation placements. - Carry out property inspections, tenancy audits and follow-up visits where required. - Work collaboratively with procurement, placement and housing management teams to minimise disruption to residents. - Escalate complex safeguarding, health and safety or property concerns appropriately. - Maintain accurate records, reports and complaint logs on housing management systems. - Monitor trends and recurring issues to support service improvement and better resident outcomes. - Support the wider Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement team with accommodation-related casework when required. - Ensure all work is delivered in line with housing legislation, temporary accommodation policies and information governance requirements. Key Requirements - Experience handling complaints, repairs casework or resident enquiries within a housing or temporary accommodation environment. - Strong background in temporary accommodation, housing management, property management, repairs or maintenance services. - Experience responding to complex complaints, Members enquiries or Ombudsman cases. - Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce professional and detailed complaint responses. - Strong verbal communication and customer service skills. - Ability to investigate issues thoroughly and manage sensitive conversations with residents professionally and empathetically. - Experience liaising with contractors, landlords, agents and internal departments to resolve repairs and accommodation issues. - Good understanding of housing standards, repairs processes and temporary accommodation challenges. - Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload effectively under pressure. - Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. - Good IT skills and experience updating housing or case management systems. - Understanding of data protection, safeguarding and resident-focused service delivery. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Complaints Officers, Repairs Officers, Temporary Accommodation Officers, Housing Officers and Property Management professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 28,500 Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

I am recruiting for a proactive and organised Project Support Officer / Project Management Administrator (PMO) to provide high-quality coordination and administrative support across a portfolio of projects and transformation programmes. This role is central to ensuring effective project governance, robust reporting, and smooth day-to-day delivery. You will work closely with Project Managers, Business Analysts, Finance teams, and wider stakeholders to maintain pace, consistency, and quality across multiple workstreams. Project Coordination & Governance Organise and coordinate project meetings, workshops, and steering groups Prepare agendas, take accurate minutes, track actions, and ensure timely follow-up Support the production of highlight reports, dashboards, and presentations for programme boards Data, Reporting & Analysis Support Collate, monitor, and track data requests across multiple workstreams Maintain and update live trackers covering milestones, costs, benefits, placements, and KPIs Work collaboratively with Finance and Analysis teams to support benefit mapping and realisation Documentation & Communication Draft, format, and maintain project documentation, guidance materials, and presentations Support internal communications and stakeholder engagement activities Produce clear and concise summaries and updates from programme information sources Planning & Delivery Support Assist with process mapping and workshop delivery alongside Business Analysts Contribute to maintaining project plans, delivery schedules, and risk/action logs Support coordination and logistics of transformation and change activities Team & Programme Support Provide flexible support across multiple projects as priorities evolve Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment Uphold professional standards and adopt a solution-focused approach Essential Skills & Experience Experience in a Project Support, Project Administrator, or PMO role Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Experience preparing reports, minutes, and tracking actions Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Desirable Experience working in a PMO or transformation programme environment Understanding of project delivery methodologies (e.g. Agile, PRINCE2) Experience supporting benefits tracking or programme reporting

Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced and motivated Candidate Manager to join our growing team, supporting our specialist therapy division. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in managing and supporting therapy professionals within education or healthcare recruitment. The Role As a Candidate Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing, onboarding, and supporting candidates across a range of therapy disciplines, including: Speech & Language Therapists Occupational Therapists Play Therapists You will act as a key point of contact for candidates, ensuring a smooth recruitment journey from initial engagement through to placement. Key Responsibilities Manage and support a caseload of therapy candidates Conduct candidate registrations, interviews, and compliance checks Build and maintain strong relationships with therapists Support consultants with candidate availability and placement needs Ensure all safeguarding and compliance requirements are met Provide ongoing candidate care and support About You Proven experience supporting or recruiting Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, or Play Therapists Strong understanding of therapy roles within education or healthcare settings Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Able to work in a fast-paced environment and start ASAP Why Join Prospero Teaching? Join a well-established, respected recruitment brand Support a rewarding and specialist area of education and therapy Collaborative and supportive team environment Opportunity for growth and development Apply now to join Prospero Teaching and make a real impact supporting therapy professionals and the students they work with. IND-INT

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering - Full Time Permanent Location: Office-Based - Bridgend Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Covering Area: Cymru South Benefits Starting at 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Free Parking This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Referrals Officer to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South. Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. Benefits of Joining Our Team We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes, walk and talks at the beach or in parks, weekly wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. All this combined with an exceptionally generous annual leave scheme set out above ensures that there are sufficient opportunities for that essential down time. As part of the FCA Cymru team we welcome all members of our staffs' families to be involved in all our activities that we provide to our fostering families and so you can attend many of these days out with your own children and partners as an additional gesture from the company. These have in the past included Alton Towers, West Midlands Safari Park, horse riding, skating trips and lots more to choose from. Within FCA we also take the opportunity for team-building days away when all staff have the opportunity to come together from across Cymru and strengthen our staff collaborations and everything we have achieved. Staff appreciation day is also celebrated yearly across FCA. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with line manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with a highly welcoming and close-knit team will ensure that you feel fully supported at all times. Additional Benefits Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to undertake additional recruitment events for additional payments An exceptional platform available for online and face to training opportunities Inclusion to a comprehensive rewards package including access to discounts to hundreds of major retailers Opportunity to join, at a highly reduced rate, our foster talk scheme with all the legal and financial advice this provides as well as additional discounts to various schemes and retailers Competitive mileage allowance About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our head office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA Cymru is a well-established agency, rated as excellent in our most recent CIW inspection, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role and full training and support will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is friendly, has a big personality, good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. We pride ourselves on the supportive team ethos we have within Cymru as a whole and you would be dealing with families across the whole of the country with the opportunity to visit our office in Abergele to meet with colleagues on occasion should you wish. Contact For more information about this post please contact Fiona Hatton, Referrals Manager, on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or at . We would really welcome the opportunity to discuss further with you the role and potential of welcoming you to a fantastic team providing great outcomes for children and young people. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

My Local Authority client in the south is looking to appoint a talented a Data Analyst, Procurement & Benchmarking Officer on a Contract basis. Outside IR35, the role will deliver data-driven insight, procurement analysis, and benchmarking to support efficiency and improvement programmes within the Council. Local authority experience is essential About the role: Based in the south (hybrid): Analyse financial, operational, and demand data to identify cost drivers and inefficiencies Develop clear dashboards and reports (e.g. Excel, Power BI) to support decision-making Conduct spend analysis to identify procurement savings (aggregation, renegotiation, sourcing) Support procurement processes including data analysis, option appraisal, and bid evaluation About you: You will have the following experiences: Proven track record of delivering large-scale savings and improvements in local government Strong data analysis and interpretation skills Advanced Excel; experience with Power BI or similar tools Understanding of procurement and commercial principles Experience in benchmarking and performance analysis What's on offer: Salary: 880 per day, outside IR35 negotiable based on experience Hybrid Working Contract type: Contract Hours: 09:00 -17:00 Monday to Friday How to apply Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. About Spencer Clarke Group Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way. When you join us, you will receive: Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities Free DBS checks Post Placement Aftercare Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals INDSCGJS

We are looking for a driven and commercially aware Housing Procurement Officer to join our Housing team. You will play a key role in increasing the supply of good-quality accommodation by sourcing and securing private rented properties for use as temporary accommodation and longer-term council housing. Working closely with landlords, agents, and internal housing teams, you will help reduce reliance on emergency accommodation and support the council in meeting its duties under the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Key Responsibilities Procure private sector properties for use as temporary accommodation and council-managed housing Develop and maintain strong relationships with landlords, letting agents, and property providers Negotiate lease agreements and financial terms to secure cost-effective accommodation Identify suitable properties in line with housing demand, location needs, and affordability criteria Ensure all properties meet required standards, including safety and compliance regulations (e.g. HHSRS) Work collaboratively with Housing Options and Homelessness teams to meet placement demand Monitor property performance, occupancy levels, and value for money Support initiatives to reduce the use of B&B and nightly paid accommodation Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures About You Experience in housing, property procurement, lettings, or landlord engagement Strong negotiation and influencing skills with a commercial mindset Good understanding of housing legislation, including Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 Knowledge of property standards and compliance requirements Ability to build and manage relationships with a range of stakeholders Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Proficient in IT systems and maintaining accurate records A proactive, target-driven approach to increasing housing supply If you have the relevant skills then please apply today!

Independent Financial Adviser Newark, Existing Client Bank, Career Development The Job An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Independent Financial Adviser to join our client in their Wealth Management team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality advice across investments, pensions and wider financial planning matters, delivering a comprehensive and client-focused service. This role requires a proactive and self-motivated individual who can develop and manage strong client relationships while ensuring all work is completed compliantly and in line with FCA regulations. Key responsibilities include: Providing ongoing financial advice and support to existing clients Developing new financial services business alongside Partners and Fee Earners Reviewing client portfolios in line with ongoing service agreements Identifying client needs and researching the market to provide suitable recommendations Maintaining high performance and client care standards Keeping the firm s case management system fully up to date Ensuring all business activities are conducted compliantly and efficiently Working in accordance with firm policies, FCA regulations and best practice standards Cooperating fully with the Compliance Manager and Money Laundering Reporting Officer Occasional travel to other offices may be required The Candidate The ideal candidate will hold a diploma-level financial services qualification. They will possess a strong understanding of investments, pensions and inheritance tax planning, alongside excellent communication and relationship management skills. Candidates should also demonstrate: Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint A strategic yet hands-on approach to work Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities The ability to build strong working relationships at all levels The ability to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines A proactive attitude with strong integrity and empathy Team-oriented mindset with a good sense of humour Desirable experience includes: Degree-level education or equivalent experience Trust investment experience Experience using case management systems Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements The Package Monday to Friday working hours (9:00am - 5:15pm) Competitive salary depending on experience Regular performance related salary review Competitive holiday allowance Employee assistance programme Salary exchange pension scheme Life assurance (3x salary) Income protection Staff discount Stay up to date with the latest opportunities from Modus Talent by registering on our website: (url removed) and following us on LinkedIn. Modus Talent is a specialist recruitment consultancy focused on delivering high-quality permanent recruitment solutions across professional and commercial functions. We work closely with businesses to support hires across finance, business support, sales, marketing, operations and leadership roles, partnering with clients on both individual appointments and long-term hiring strategies. Our approach is methodical, consultative and tailored - offering more than just CVs. Our services include bespoke recruitment solutions, targeted search and selection, candidate profiling, market insight, and end-to-end recruitment support designed to create lasting placements for both clients and candidates. To find out how Modus Talent can support your next career move or help you secure the right hire for your business, please visit (url removed) or contact our team on (phone number removed) to arrange a confidential conversation.

Job Title: Housing Accommodation Officer Contract: 3 Months Temporary Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday & Friday) Role Overview We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Part-Time Housing Accommodation Officer to support the management and delivery of Temporary Accommodation (TA). This is a hands-on, varied role requiring a mix of office-based work, home working, and regular onsite visits. The successful candidate will work closely with the housing team and external providers to ensure TA properties are safe, compliant, and ready for occupation at short notice. Key Responsibilities Support the preparation of Temporary Accommodation to a lettable standard Conduct property inspections and spot checks Carry out fire alarm checks within TA properties Complete inventories for accommodation units Manage check-ins, often at short notice Carry out check-outs and final inspections Respond to and resolve TA-related issues Provide general support to the wider housing team Liaise with external accommodation providers to arrange placements quickly Candidate Requirements IT literate and able to learn internal housing systems Knowledge of safeguarding and appropriate reporting procedures Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle Able to respond to short-notice requests and attend properties locally Previous experience in housing, homelessness, or property management is desirable Additional Information This role requires a flexible and organised individual who can manage competing priorities and respond effectively to urgent situations. If you have relevant experience and are looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity within housing, we would like to hear from you. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on (url removed) or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

The starting salary for these positions is £36,873 per annum based on a 36-hour working week, pro-rata for part-time hours. We're excited to be recruiting EHCP (Education, Health, and Care Plan) Coordination Officers to join our fantastic Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) service . We currently have the following opportunities available: Full-time, fixed term contract until April 2027 position based at Victoria Gate, Woking, GU21 6JD Full-time, fixed term contract until February 2027 based at Dakota House, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 0YP Part-time (28.8 hours per week), permanent position based at Victoria Gate. You can indicate your preferred location during the application process; however, final placement will be determined according to service needs. The roles are open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between working from home and from the office for a minimum of two days per week. We also aim to visit to schools and settings on a regular basis as we continue to build on our collaborative working. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role Join our SEND Service and make a real difference! We're looking for compassionate, knowledgeable, and proactive individuals who can communicate clearly and build trusted relationships. So if you're committed to collaboration, advocacy, and making things happen, we'd love to hear from you! Our young people want adults who listen, explain things honestly, and keep them at the centre of every decision. Parents and carers value empathy, strong organisational skills, and a deep understanding of SEND legislation and diverse needs. Schools need consistent, accessible professionals who are experts in SEND and can guide them through the system with clarity and confidence. At Surrey County Council, we're committed to providing excellent support for children and young people with SEND. Our SEND services work together to deliver timely, effective support that leads to positive outcomes. We focus on building strong, respectful relationships with families, schools, and partner organisations, with relational and restorative working practices underpinning all our work. As an EHCP Coordination Officer, you'll be part of a busy area SEND team, primarily focused on managing the statutory annual review process. Your key responsibilities as an EHCP Coordination Officer will include: Working directly with families, using a person-centred approach to maintain and update Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) Coordinating input from Education, Health, and Care services to ensure each child receives the right support for their needs Advising schools and other settings, helping to ensure EHCPs are clear, accurate, and high quality. Reflective practice and continuous improvement are key to this role, and you'll be part of a team that puts the child at the centre of everything we do. This is a challenging role but, by working in close collaboration with children's Social Care, Health, parents/carers and families, as well as schools, your impact will help us to achieve the best outcomes for the children we support. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Educated to A-level standard or equivalent, with demonstrable experience and understanding of SEND, including the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014 Familiarity with Surrey County Council's Local Offer and the provision across mainstream and special schools, or a willingness to develop this knowledge Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and the ability to clearly articulate recommendations in written reports Proven ability to write and amend EHCPs, and present relevant information to fully inform decision-making Experience of working collaboratively with children, young people, and families to ensure their views are actively heard and applied Extensive experience supporting vulnerable children and young people, particularly those with SEND Clear and confident communication skills, both in writing and in person, with the ability to build strong working relationships Competence in a range of IT tools including MS Office and database management systems The role involves working in, and visiting, venues across a locality to build professional working relationships, therefore you will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 08/06/2026 with interviews to follow. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Please contact the team on . An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

ACCA, NICS, CIMA, ACA, QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANTS, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT, PUBLIC SECTOR, FORENSIC Your new company You will be joining the Department of Justice (DoJ) within the Financial Services Division based at Seapark, Carrickfergus. The team supports the financial operations of Forensic Science NI, managing budgets, reporting, and statutory financial processes. You'll work within a team of five, with one new team member pending placement and one currently on leave. Your new role As the SO Accountant, you will support the Finance Manager across a broad range of financial responsibilities. These will include: Managing the financial processing function Preparing monthly management accounts and control accounts/reconciliations Completing VAT returns Supporting in-year and year-end accounts Monitoring and profiling budgets, including variance analysis and reporting Maintaining the staff budget Asset management Analysing financial data and contributing to business case development Assisting with FOIs and Assembly Questions Liaising with internal and external auditors Supporting ad hoc financial projects This role offers flexible working with 2 days per week in the office, with a preference for full office attendance during the first week of employment. CTC clearance is required and typically takes around 6 weeks. What you'll need to succeed You must be a full current member of one of the following accounting bodies, with at least 1 year of practical experience: Chartered Accountants Ireland Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales Chartered Institute of Management Accountants Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland You will also demonstrate: Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships, including with senior management and DoF Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills Strong Excel capability and confidence dealing with numerical data Ability to work to tight deadlines and meet reporting requirements What you'll get in return £24.04 per hour/ £41,272 annually Flexible working (2 office days per week) 37 hours per week 37 days annual leave Contract roles which will open the doors to putting yourself forward for the external competitions coming up in the NICS with the help of your line manager and team. Getting your foot in the door to the NICS. Experience within a specialised area of the Department of Justice Opportunity to support a high-impact public sector organisation A supportive team environment within Financial Services Division What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.