Children & Family Reunification Support Worker Contract - Initial 3 months (possible extension) Rate - 23 (umbrella rate) Location - Alton Going Home Workers play a vital role in supporting children in care to safely return to their parent(s) or those with parental responsibility. They also have a key part in embedding and driving the improvements to our reunification process across social care as we move towards our updated Going Home pathway. Working closely with social workers, Intensive Workers, district teams, foster carers and partner agencies, with most of their time being engaged in direct work with children and families . Their responsibilities include: Assessment & Engagement Engaging directly with children, parents and wider families during the Going Home process to build trust and gather meaningful insights to support and inform decision making. Collating and reviewing key information to assist social workers with completion of assessments to determine whether it is safe for a child to go home to parent/s. Conducting Going Home (reunification) pre-screening and assessments for identified children returning home to live with their parent/s (or person/s with parental responsibility), with guidance and oversight from the allocated social worker. Care Planning & Monitoring Ensuring the child's voice is central to all planning and decision-making. Ensuring that robust "Going Home" reunification plans are progressed to allow a safe return to parental care and support teams in delivering successful outcomes. Providing regular updates to the CIC team manager during 1:1's, sharing progress and successes related to tasks outlined in the Going Home plan while identifying opportunities for improvement and learning. Activity Tracking & Reporting Working alongside those responsible for the care planning and case management to help maintain a clear and up-to-date picture of reunification (Going Home) activity using simple, standardised tools. Contributing to identifying opportunities for children in care to safely return home by supporting thoughtful, evidence-informed decision-making. Assisting managers in gathering and presenting information that reflects progress against key reunification goals and outcomes. Helping ensure regular updates to tracking tools so that teams have a reliable overview of children's journeys and can act early to avoid delays. Multi-Agency Coordination Providing wraparound support and oversight for children going home, ensuring effective collaboration between all relevant agencies such as Fostering, Virtual School, IRS etc. Working as part of a wider team around the family. Participating in group case discussions and relevant meetings. Ensuring appropriate support from Intensive Workers and Children & Family Volunteers is fully utilised to assist successful reunifications. Participating in Practice Circles to support planning and decision-making for children going home. Family & Peer Support Assisting with Family Network Meetings to strengthen wider family involvement and support for those children in care identified as able to return home to parent/s or person/s with parental responsibility. Attending peer support meetings with other Going Home Workers to share learning and reflect on best practice. Facilitating and signposting access to practical support, such as housing, benefits, or parenting programmes, to reduce barriers to successful opportunities to go home to parent/s. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Ability to communicate with a wide range of people in a variety of situations. Ability to build effective relationships using mediation and negotiation skills. IT skills. Ability to work in an inclusive/non-discriminatory manner. Ability to work flexibly, as there is a potential for evening and Saturday working. Ability to use own initiative within the framework of accountability to the team manager. Ability to present information both verbally and in writing. Ability to construct coherent reports. Ability to liaise effectively with other professionals/organisations. Experience of working directly with parents to develop their parenting skills. Experience of working with children, young people, and families in a helping or caring capacity. Experience of providing services to children and families with complex needs. Ability to meet the travel requirements of the role. Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience: NVQ level 3, in a relevant subject - e.g., health, education, social care Knowledge of child development. Knowledge of strength-based models of working. Experience and understanding of reunification and the complexities and risks associated with children returning home. Direct experience of specific work with children and young people who have experienced trauma or loss. Experience of dealing effectively with difficult interpersonal situations. An understanding of the impact of social deprivation and disadvantage in children, young people, and their families. Working conditions in this role may include: Display Screen Equipment including desktop PC. Working with children and young people up to the age of 18 who have special needs. Verbal abuse and/or aggression. Lone working. Use of own vehicle (for work purposes where applicable). You must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role. You will be able to claim travel expenses. Working in homes where there are animals. About Us Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. Connect2Hampshire is a trading style of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Hampshire County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Hampshire is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Jun 07, 2026
Seasonal
Children & Family Reunification Support Worker Contract - Initial 3 months (possible extension) Rate - 23 (umbrella rate) Location - Alton Going Home Workers play a vital role in supporting children in care to safely return to their parent(s) or those with parental responsibility. They also have a key part in embedding and driving the improvements to our reunification process across social care as we move towards our updated Going Home pathway. Working closely with social workers, Intensive Workers, district teams, foster carers and partner agencies, with most of their time being engaged in direct work with children and families . Their responsibilities include: Assessment & Engagement Engaging directly with children, parents and wider families during the Going Home process to build trust and gather meaningful insights to support and inform decision making. Collating and reviewing key information to assist social workers with completion of assessments to determine whether it is safe for a child to go home to parent/s. Conducting Going Home (reunification) pre-screening and assessments for identified children returning home to live with their parent/s (or person/s with parental responsibility), with guidance and oversight from the allocated social worker. Care Planning & Monitoring Ensuring the child's voice is central to all planning and decision-making. Ensuring that robust "Going Home" reunification plans are progressed to allow a safe return to parental care and support teams in delivering successful outcomes. Providing regular updates to the CIC team manager during 1:1's, sharing progress and successes related to tasks outlined in the Going Home plan while identifying opportunities for improvement and learning. Activity Tracking & Reporting Working alongside those responsible for the care planning and case management to help maintain a clear and up-to-date picture of reunification (Going Home) activity using simple, standardised tools. Contributing to identifying opportunities for children in care to safely return home by supporting thoughtful, evidence-informed decision-making. Assisting managers in gathering and presenting information that reflects progress against key reunification goals and outcomes. Helping ensure regular updates to tracking tools so that teams have a reliable overview of children's journeys and can act early to avoid delays. Multi-Agency Coordination Providing wraparound support and oversight for children going home, ensuring effective collaboration between all relevant agencies such as Fostering, Virtual School, IRS etc. Working as part of a wider team around the family. Participating in group case discussions and relevant meetings. Ensuring appropriate support from Intensive Workers and Children & Family Volunteers is fully utilised to assist successful reunifications. Participating in Practice Circles to support planning and decision-making for children going home. Family & Peer Support Assisting with Family Network Meetings to strengthen wider family involvement and support for those children in care identified as able to return home to parent/s or person/s with parental responsibility. Attending peer support meetings with other Going Home Workers to share learning and reflect on best practice. Facilitating and signposting access to practical support, such as housing, benefits, or parenting programmes, to reduce barriers to successful opportunities to go home to parent/s. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Ability to communicate with a wide range of people in a variety of situations. Ability to build effective relationships using mediation and negotiation skills. IT skills. Ability to work in an inclusive/non-discriminatory manner. Ability to work flexibly, as there is a potential for evening and Saturday working. Ability to use own initiative within the framework of accountability to the team manager. Ability to present information both verbally and in writing. Ability to construct coherent reports. Ability to liaise effectively with other professionals/organisations. Experience of working directly with parents to develop their parenting skills. Experience of working with children, young people, and families in a helping or caring capacity. Experience of providing services to children and families with complex needs. Ability to meet the travel requirements of the role. Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience: NVQ level 3, in a relevant subject - e.g., health, education, social care Knowledge of child development. Knowledge of strength-based models of working. Experience and understanding of reunification and the complexities and risks associated with children returning home. Direct experience of specific work with children and young people who have experienced trauma or loss. Experience of dealing effectively with difficult interpersonal situations. An understanding of the impact of social deprivation and disadvantage in children, young people, and their families. Working conditions in this role may include: Display Screen Equipment including desktop PC. Working with children and young people up to the age of 18 who have special needs. Verbal abuse and/or aggression. Lone working. Use of own vehicle (for work purposes where applicable). You must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role. You will be able to claim travel expenses. Working in homes where there are animals. About Us Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. Connect2Hampshire is a trading style of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Hampshire County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Hampshire is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
This role provides interim leadership of network, cyber, and infrastructure services within a public sector organisation. You will manage a team of engineers while ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performing IT operations. Client Details Our client is a well-established organisation within the public sector, delivering critical services across a diverse and dynamic environment. They are seeking an experienced Interim IT Network Manager to provide interim leadership across their network and cyber functions, ensuring the continued stability, security, and performance of their IT services. Description Lead and manage a team of approximately 10 Network and Cyber Analysts and Engineers, providing direction, mentoring, and performance management. Oversee the organisation's network infrastructure, cyber security posture, and core IT services. Ensure high levels of system resilience, availability, and security across all infrastructure. Drive best practice across network operations, cyber governance, and infrastructure management. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align IT services with organisational priorities. Manage incident response, risk mitigation, and continuous service improvement initiatives. Contribute to IT strategy, roadmap planning, and transformation programmes. This is a fractional role, working 4 days per week, with 50% of that time at the head office in Gloucestershire. Profile As the successful Interim IT Network Manager you should have strong technical knowledge in: Enterprise networking (LAN/WAN, firewalls, routing & switching). Cyber security principles, standards, and best practice. Broad IT infrastructure (servers, cloud platforms, end-user environments). In addition, you will have Proven experience managing technical IT teams, particularly within networking or infrastructure environments. Ability to lead in a people-focused, hands-off but technically credible role. Experience within public sector or regulated environments is desirable. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Delivery-focused and pragmatic with strong problem-solving ability. Job Offer Day rate: 500 - 600 (Inside IR35) Contract: 4 days per week (fractional role) Duration: 12 Months Location: 50% onsite in Gloucestershire, remainder remote Opportunity to lead an established, high-performing team Blend of strategic leadership and technical oversight Immediate impact in a service-driven organisation This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Interim IT Network Manager to make a meaningful impact within the public sector. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today.
Jun 07, 2026
Contractor
This role provides interim leadership of network, cyber, and infrastructure services within a public sector organisation. You will manage a team of engineers while ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performing IT operations. Client Details Our client is a well-established organisation within the public sector, delivering critical services across a diverse and dynamic environment. They are seeking an experienced Interim IT Network Manager to provide interim leadership across their network and cyber functions, ensuring the continued stability, security, and performance of their IT services. Description Lead and manage a team of approximately 10 Network and Cyber Analysts and Engineers, providing direction, mentoring, and performance management. Oversee the organisation's network infrastructure, cyber security posture, and core IT services. Ensure high levels of system resilience, availability, and security across all infrastructure. Drive best practice across network operations, cyber governance, and infrastructure management. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align IT services with organisational priorities. Manage incident response, risk mitigation, and continuous service improvement initiatives. Contribute to IT strategy, roadmap planning, and transformation programmes. This is a fractional role, working 4 days per week, with 50% of that time at the head office in Gloucestershire. Profile As the successful Interim IT Network Manager you should have strong technical knowledge in: Enterprise networking (LAN/WAN, firewalls, routing & switching). Cyber security principles, standards, and best practice. Broad IT infrastructure (servers, cloud platforms, end-user environments). In addition, you will have Proven experience managing technical IT teams, particularly within networking or infrastructure environments. Ability to lead in a people-focused, hands-off but technically credible role. Experience within public sector or regulated environments is desirable. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Delivery-focused and pragmatic with strong problem-solving ability. Job Offer Day rate: 500 - 600 (Inside IR35) Contract: 4 days per week (fractional role) Duration: 12 Months Location: 50% onsite in Gloucestershire, remainder remote Opportunity to lead an established, high-performing team Blend of strategic leadership and technical oversight Immediate impact in a service-driven organisation This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Interim IT Network Manager to make a meaningful impact within the public sector. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today.
Leading travel industry Corporation tax manager Hybrid contract role. Your new company This client is a leading player in the travel industry with the corporate headquarters in London. This role sits within the tax team providing services to the whole organisation. Your new role This is a tax role within a global organisation providing tax services across the group, supporting key business units and leveraging expertise to ensure compliance, effective risk management, and identification of tax opportunities. You will be working in collaboration with group tax, finance teams, auditors, and external advisors. Key Responsibilities: Prepare corporation tax computations and support the end-to-end compliance cycleDeliver IFRS tax reporting, including statutory accounts, interim reporting, and tax notesSupport audit processes and provide analysis to internal and external auditorsProduce cash tax and forecasting modelsAssist with tax advice on commercial transactions and restructuring activitiesPromote tax policy adherence and respond to ad hoc queriesCollaborate with group tax teams, UK finance functions, and external advisors to ensure accurate and consistent tax outcomes. What you'll need to succeed ACA / CTA with a minimum of 5 years' experience with in-house tax or large corporate tax Experience with Alpha tax preferredStrong analytical and reasoning skillsAbility to manage tax projects autonomously with stress reliance and accuracyHelp to build or enhance tax and business networks to make work more effectiveProactive approach in order to acquire knowledge and awareness of the business to provide commercially focused tax support What you'll get in return Competitive day rate with hybrid working. 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.
Jun 07, 2026
Seasonal
Leading travel industry Corporation tax manager Hybrid contract role. Your new company This client is a leading player in the travel industry with the corporate headquarters in London. This role sits within the tax team providing services to the whole organisation. Your new role This is a tax role within a global organisation providing tax services across the group, supporting key business units and leveraging expertise to ensure compliance, effective risk management, and identification of tax opportunities. You will be working in collaboration with group tax, finance teams, auditors, and external advisors. Key Responsibilities: Prepare corporation tax computations and support the end-to-end compliance cycleDeliver IFRS tax reporting, including statutory accounts, interim reporting, and tax notesSupport audit processes and provide analysis to internal and external auditorsProduce cash tax and forecasting modelsAssist with tax advice on commercial transactions and restructuring activitiesPromote tax policy adherence and respond to ad hoc queriesCollaborate with group tax teams, UK finance functions, and external advisors to ensure accurate and consistent tax outcomes. What you'll need to succeed ACA / CTA with a minimum of 5 years' experience with in-house tax or large corporate tax Experience with Alpha tax preferredStrong analytical and reasoning skillsAbility to manage tax projects autonomously with stress reliance and accuracyHelp to build or enhance tax and business networks to make work more effectiveProactive approach in order to acquire knowledge and awareness of the business to provide commercially focused tax support What you'll get in return Competitive day rate with hybrid working. 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.
Interim Management Accountant - West Midlands (hybrid) - 3 Months plus - up to £300 per day (umbrella) Your new company A large Multi Academy Trust in the West Midlands, operating across a wide school network, is looking to appoint an Interim Management Accountant to support its finance team. The Trust is continuing to grow and is focused on strong financial management, transparent reporting, and effective use of resources to support school improvement. Your new role You will take responsibility for producing monthly management accounts for both the Trust and individual schools, preparing consolidated reports, and delivering clear variance analysis. You'll support the annual budget cycle, work closely with school leaders and business managers, and contribute to year-end processes including audit preparation. A key part of the role involves business partnering with a group of schools, offering data-driven financial advice, ensuring compliance with ESFA requirements, and maintaining robust financial controls. What you'll need to succeed Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent)Strong management accounting experience within a Multi-Academy TrustExcellent analytical skills and advanced Excel capabilityConfident presenting financial information to non-finance colleaguesProactive, solutions-focused, and able to build strong working relationships What you'll get in return The opportunity to work in a supportive, values-driven Trust environmentHybrid working (typically 2 days on site, 3 days from home)Opportunities for professional developmentPotential for the role to become permanent 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.
Jun 06, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Management Accountant - West Midlands (hybrid) - 3 Months plus - up to £300 per day (umbrella) Your new company A large Multi Academy Trust in the West Midlands, operating across a wide school network, is looking to appoint an Interim Management Accountant to support its finance team. The Trust is continuing to grow and is focused on strong financial management, transparent reporting, and effective use of resources to support school improvement. Your new role You will take responsibility for producing monthly management accounts for both the Trust and individual schools, preparing consolidated reports, and delivering clear variance analysis. You'll support the annual budget cycle, work closely with school leaders and business managers, and contribute to year-end processes including audit preparation. A key part of the role involves business partnering with a group of schools, offering data-driven financial advice, ensuring compliance with ESFA requirements, and maintaining robust financial controls. What you'll need to succeed Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent)Strong management accounting experience within a Multi-Academy TrustExcellent analytical skills and advanced Excel capabilityConfident presenting financial information to non-finance colleaguesProactive, solutions-focused, and able to build strong working relationships What you'll get in return The opportunity to work in a supportive, values-driven Trust environmentHybrid working (typically 2 days on site, 3 days from home)Opportunities for professional developmentPotential for the role to become permanent 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.
IT/OT Manager - Manufacturing Technology Location: Wrexham, North Wales Contract: Interim Contract Sector: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Overview We are supporting a global pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation in the search for an experienced IT/OT Manager to lead technology operations across a critical manufacturing site. This is not a traditional corporate IT management position. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and continuous improvement of both Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments that support manufacturing and production operations. Working closely with Site Leadership, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams, you will play a key role in maintaining operational continuity while delivering technology improvements that enhance site performance. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage IT and OT activities across the manufacturing site. Ensure availability, resilience, and security of production-critical systems. Support and improve manufacturing technology platforms and industrial infrastructure. Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to support operational objectives. Deliver technology projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the site. Manage third-party suppliers, support providers, and technology vendors. Drive IT/OT governance, compliance, and cybersecurity best practices. Support digital manufacturing and operational transformation initiatives. Act as the primary technology contact for site leadership and key stakeholders. Ensure business continuity, disaster recovery, and operational resilience plans remain effective. Required Experience We are particularly interested in candidates with experience operating within: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing FMCG Manufacturing Food Production Chemical Manufacturing Industrial Manufacturing Process Manufacturing Environments Applicants should have experience in several of the following areas: IT/OT Management Manufacturing Systems Operational Technology (OT) Industrial Networks Manufacturing Infrastructure Site Technology Leadership Cybersecurity within Industrial Environments Vendor and Supplier Management Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Technology Transformation Programmes Highly Desirable Experience Experience with one or more of the following would be advantageous: MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) SCADA Systems PLC-Controlled Production Environments Factory Automation Technologies SAP or Manufacturing ERP Platforms Industry 4.0 Initiatives Digital Manufacturing Programmes Production-Critical Systems Support Ideal Backgrounds We would be keen to speak with professionals currently working as: IT/OT Manager Manufacturing Systems Manager Manufacturing Technology Manager Plant IT Manager Industrial IT Manager Operational Technology Manager Site IT Manager (Manufacturing) Digital Manufacturing Manager Manufacturing Infrastructure Manager Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised manufacturing organisation where technology plays a critical role in supporting production, quality, operational excellence, and future digital transformation. You will have the opportunity to influence site technology strategy, support manufacturing innovation, and work closely with senior operational stakeholders in a highly visible role. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 05, 2026
Contractor
IT/OT Manager - Manufacturing Technology Location: Wrexham, North Wales Contract: Interim Contract Sector: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Overview We are supporting a global pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation in the search for an experienced IT/OT Manager to lead technology operations across a critical manufacturing site. This is not a traditional corporate IT management position. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and continuous improvement of both Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments that support manufacturing and production operations. Working closely with Site Leadership, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams, you will play a key role in maintaining operational continuity while delivering technology improvements that enhance site performance. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage IT and OT activities across the manufacturing site. Ensure availability, resilience, and security of production-critical systems. Support and improve manufacturing technology platforms and industrial infrastructure. Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to support operational objectives. Deliver technology projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the site. Manage third-party suppliers, support providers, and technology vendors. Drive IT/OT governance, compliance, and cybersecurity best practices. Support digital manufacturing and operational transformation initiatives. Act as the primary technology contact for site leadership and key stakeholders. Ensure business continuity, disaster recovery, and operational resilience plans remain effective. Required Experience We are particularly interested in candidates with experience operating within: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing FMCG Manufacturing Food Production Chemical Manufacturing Industrial Manufacturing Process Manufacturing Environments Applicants should have experience in several of the following areas: IT/OT Management Manufacturing Systems Operational Technology (OT) Industrial Networks Manufacturing Infrastructure Site Technology Leadership Cybersecurity within Industrial Environments Vendor and Supplier Management Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Technology Transformation Programmes Highly Desirable Experience Experience with one or more of the following would be advantageous: MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) SCADA Systems PLC-Controlled Production Environments Factory Automation Technologies SAP or Manufacturing ERP Platforms Industry 4.0 Initiatives Digital Manufacturing Programmes Production-Critical Systems Support Ideal Backgrounds We would be keen to speak with professionals currently working as: IT/OT Manager Manufacturing Systems Manager Manufacturing Technology Manager Plant IT Manager Industrial IT Manager Operational Technology Manager Site IT Manager (Manufacturing) Digital Manufacturing Manager Manufacturing Infrastructure Manager Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised manufacturing organisation where technology plays a critical role in supporting production, quality, operational excellence, and future digital transformation. You will have the opportunity to influence site technology strategy, support manufacturing innovation, and work closely with senior operational stakeholders in a highly visible role. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Are you a skilled People Partner comfortable working in a start-up/scale-up environment? Are you ready to make a significant impact in a cutting-edge organisation? We are looking for a passionate and skilled HR Business Partner to join a dynamic team! If you thrive in an environment where innovation meets responsibility, keep reading! Role : Interim People Partner Duration : 3 months (whilst recruiting perm, you might be considered for the perm hire) Location : West End (hybrid role, 3 days per week in office) Day Rate : 400- 600 per day, potentially higher and flexible depending on experience! The perm salary equivalent is 90,000- 110,000 Our client is a pioneering AI organisation committed to making the world a better place. Their team consists of ambitious engineers, AI specialists, and program managers, all working towards solving complex and impactful challenges. They foster an open and transparent culture where healthy debates on technology's role in defence are encouraged. The Role: As HR Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in delivering people programs that enhance team performance and growth. You will work closely with a cross-functional People function, supporting the execution of performance and talent development frameworks. Your goal will be to build trusted relationships across the London office, ensuring that you are an informed partner to all teams. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Will Include: Evolving and delivering our performance framework, including reviews, feedback cycles, and promotions, aligning talent development with business outcomes. Designing and delivering leadership and management development programs tailored to a mission-critical environment. Creating scalable tools and training to empower managers and individual contributors, reducing reliance on ad hoc support. Cultivating a broad internal network across our London teams and beyond to anticipate people needs proactively. Investing in understanding our business and translating that knowledge into actionable people advice. Utilizing people analytics to measure organisational health and inform targeted interventions. Serving as the primary contact for team members regarding people policies and employment law matters. Leveraging employee insights to enhance team culture and collaboration across all offices. You Should Apply If You: Have experience building and scaling people processes in high-growth organisations, demonstrating strong outcomes. Can advise stakeholders on people strategy and organisational design with a solid understanding of the business context. Are a natural relationship-builder who values knowing the people you support and uses those relationships effectively. Have designed change management programs in fast-paced environments, balancing speed with care for affected individuals. Bring genuine curiosity about the business and actively seek to understand organisational strategy and commercial dynamics. Are motivated by our mission and share our conviction that democratic values are worth protecting. Nice to Have: Experience in high-growth technology or defence environments. Familiarity with UK employment law and employee relations case management. Exposure to organisational design and workforce planning. Experience across multiple European employment jurisdictions. A proven track record of building internal networks to enhance people partnering. Proficiency in HR systems and tools. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jun 05, 2026
Seasonal
Are you a skilled People Partner comfortable working in a start-up/scale-up environment? Are you ready to make a significant impact in a cutting-edge organisation? We are looking for a passionate and skilled HR Business Partner to join a dynamic team! If you thrive in an environment where innovation meets responsibility, keep reading! Role : Interim People Partner Duration : 3 months (whilst recruiting perm, you might be considered for the perm hire) Location : West End (hybrid role, 3 days per week in office) Day Rate : 400- 600 per day, potentially higher and flexible depending on experience! The perm salary equivalent is 90,000- 110,000 Our client is a pioneering AI organisation committed to making the world a better place. Their team consists of ambitious engineers, AI specialists, and program managers, all working towards solving complex and impactful challenges. They foster an open and transparent culture where healthy debates on technology's role in defence are encouraged. The Role: As HR Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in delivering people programs that enhance team performance and growth. You will work closely with a cross-functional People function, supporting the execution of performance and talent development frameworks. Your goal will be to build trusted relationships across the London office, ensuring that you are an informed partner to all teams. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Will Include: Evolving and delivering our performance framework, including reviews, feedback cycles, and promotions, aligning talent development with business outcomes. Designing and delivering leadership and management development programs tailored to a mission-critical environment. Creating scalable tools and training to empower managers and individual contributors, reducing reliance on ad hoc support. Cultivating a broad internal network across our London teams and beyond to anticipate people needs proactively. Investing in understanding our business and translating that knowledge into actionable people advice. Utilizing people analytics to measure organisational health and inform targeted interventions. Serving as the primary contact for team members regarding people policies and employment law matters. Leveraging employee insights to enhance team culture and collaboration across all offices. You Should Apply If You: Have experience building and scaling people processes in high-growth organisations, demonstrating strong outcomes. Can advise stakeholders on people strategy and organisational design with a solid understanding of the business context. Are a natural relationship-builder who values knowing the people you support and uses those relationships effectively. Have designed change management programs in fast-paced environments, balancing speed with care for affected individuals. Bring genuine curiosity about the business and actively seek to understand organisational strategy and commercial dynamics. Are motivated by our mission and share our conviction that democratic values are worth protecting. Nice to Have: Experience in high-growth technology or defence environments. Familiarity with UK employment law and employee relations case management. Exposure to organisational design and workforce planning. Experience across multiple European employment jurisdictions. A proven track record of building internal networks to enhance people partnering. Proficiency in HR systems and tools. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Interim Corporate Tax Accountant Who we are At Grant Thornton we're building something bold. We're doing things differently -looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity. Our journey from great to exceptional is well underway. With significant investment behind us and a clear strategy for growth, there's real momentum. Our Agile Talent Community (ATC) brings together experienced contract professionals who want choice without losing connection. You work where you add the most value, alongside teams who treat you as a partner rather than a placeholder. Joining us in Tax The Corporate tax team at Grant Thornton provides expert advice on a wide range of tax matters, supporting clients with compliance, risk management, and strategic planning. Their services include corporate tax compliance, transaction support, structuring, and advice on tax-efficient growth and international expansion. The team works closely with businesses of all sizes to help them navigate complex tax legislation and optimize their tax position, ensuring they remain compliant while maximizing value. If you're an experienced interim Corporate Tax Manager who's tired of choosing between freedom and meaningful work, there's another route. Within our Tax team, you'll be given the opportunity to take on short- to medium-term projects that sharpen your expertise, stretch your thinking, and give you a different angle on familiar challenges - all without locking you into a single path. As a Corporate Tax Manager, you will play a pivotal role in providing expert guidance and leadership in all aspects of corporate tax compliance and advisory services. You will work closely with a range of clients, across avariety of industries, providing comprehensive tax solutions and strategic insights. This is an exciting opportunity for a tax professional to make a significant impact and contribute to our clients' teams. You can engage with us through your own limited company or on inside IR35 terms - whichever way gives you the freedom you're looking for. Skills we are looking for: Able to demonstrate knowledge within corporate tax compliance and advisory Advising on a wide range of corporate tax matters, including tax planning, VAT, reorganisations, and M&A transactions Overseeing and reviewing tax computations, tax returns, and tax accounting for clients Identifying opportunities for tax efficiency and risk mitigation within client businesses Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on tax matters Keeping abreast of tax legislation changes and proactively communicating their impact to stakeholders Professional qualification (CTA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) required Strong technical knowledge of corporate tax legislation and regulations Proven experience in managing and developing client relationships Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and develop junior team members Why Consultants choose the ATC Work that moves you forward: When a project fits your skills, we'll get in touch, but you choose whether it's right for you. That means working on engagements that genuinely build your portfolio and expand your expertise. The freedom of contracting without the hidden admin: You're not left to navigate the freelance world alone. Our Agile Talent team helps you understand freelance regulation and connects you with people who broaden your thinking through our teams and clients. Community you can actually feel: Connection shouldn't disappear just because you're contracting. From market insights to wellbeing sessions to networking events, you'll be part of a community designed to make the independent path less isolated and more impactful. Our culture and values We have a culture where talented people thrive - where high performance is not just expected but enabled. It's a culture built on clarity, curiosity, and care. One that challenges us to aim higher, where we're encouraged to make the most of an abundance of resources to fuel our own development, and where we support each other to grow, learn, and succeed. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work How to join We keep the process straightforward, because the real work happens once you're here. Submit your CV and basic details through our online application. If there's a match, a recruiter will reach out to discuss. Meet key stakeholders for a focused conversation. Complete your background checks, join the Agile Talent Community, and start exploring the opportunities we have to offer. If you need adjustments at any point in the process, please let us know during the application stage - we aim to make sure our roles are accessible to everyone.
Jun 03, 2026
Full time
Interim Corporate Tax Accountant Who we are At Grant Thornton we're building something bold. We're doing things differently -looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity. Our journey from great to exceptional is well underway. With significant investment behind us and a clear strategy for growth, there's real momentum. Our Agile Talent Community (ATC) brings together experienced contract professionals who want choice without losing connection. You work where you add the most value, alongside teams who treat you as a partner rather than a placeholder. Joining us in Tax The Corporate tax team at Grant Thornton provides expert advice on a wide range of tax matters, supporting clients with compliance, risk management, and strategic planning. Their services include corporate tax compliance, transaction support, structuring, and advice on tax-efficient growth and international expansion. The team works closely with businesses of all sizes to help them navigate complex tax legislation and optimize their tax position, ensuring they remain compliant while maximizing value. If you're an experienced interim Corporate Tax Manager who's tired of choosing between freedom and meaningful work, there's another route. Within our Tax team, you'll be given the opportunity to take on short- to medium-term projects that sharpen your expertise, stretch your thinking, and give you a different angle on familiar challenges - all without locking you into a single path. As a Corporate Tax Manager, you will play a pivotal role in providing expert guidance and leadership in all aspects of corporate tax compliance and advisory services. You will work closely with a range of clients, across avariety of industries, providing comprehensive tax solutions and strategic insights. This is an exciting opportunity for a tax professional to make a significant impact and contribute to our clients' teams. You can engage with us through your own limited company or on inside IR35 terms - whichever way gives you the freedom you're looking for. Skills we are looking for: Able to demonstrate knowledge within corporate tax compliance and advisory Advising on a wide range of corporate tax matters, including tax planning, VAT, reorganisations, and M&A transactions Overseeing and reviewing tax computations, tax returns, and tax accounting for clients Identifying opportunities for tax efficiency and risk mitigation within client businesses Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on tax matters Keeping abreast of tax legislation changes and proactively communicating their impact to stakeholders Professional qualification (CTA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) required Strong technical knowledge of corporate tax legislation and regulations Proven experience in managing and developing client relationships Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and develop junior team members Why Consultants choose the ATC Work that moves you forward: When a project fits your skills, we'll get in touch, but you choose whether it's right for you. That means working on engagements that genuinely build your portfolio and expand your expertise. The freedom of contracting without the hidden admin: You're not left to navigate the freelance world alone. Our Agile Talent team helps you understand freelance regulation and connects you with people who broaden your thinking through our teams and clients. Community you can actually feel: Connection shouldn't disappear just because you're contracting. From market insights to wellbeing sessions to networking events, you'll be part of a community designed to make the independent path less isolated and more impactful. Our culture and values We have a culture where talented people thrive - where high performance is not just expected but enabled. It's a culture built on clarity, curiosity, and care. One that challenges us to aim higher, where we're encouraged to make the most of an abundance of resources to fuel our own development, and where we support each other to grow, learn, and succeed. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work How to join We keep the process straightforward, because the real work happens once you're here. Submit your CV and basic details through our online application. If there's a match, a recruiter will reach out to discuss. Meet key stakeholders for a focused conversation. Complete your background checks, join the Agile Talent Community, and start exploring the opportunities we have to offer. If you need adjustments at any point in the process, please let us know during the application stage - we aim to make sure our roles are accessible to everyone.
A beautifully positioned opportunity has arisen for a relationship-led HR Business Partner to join a highly values-driven, community-based organisation undergoing an exciting transformation in its people function. They are looking for someone free asap for a temp to perm, contract or perm role. This is not a traditional operational HRBP role. Instead, this position is centred around presence, partnership and trust - supporting leaders across a network of established communities and acting as a visible, strategic people partner embedded within the organisation. Working closely with senior stakeholders and leadership teams, you will play a key role in strengthening organisational culture, leadership capability and employee experience through thoughtful, relational HR support. This role would suit an emotionally intelligent and commercially aware HR professional who enjoys building genuine relationships, working autonomously and influencing with warmth, credibility and calm authority. The successful candidate will: Build trusted relationships across a portfolio of communities and departments Spend time visibly embedded within communities, developing an understanding of local dynamics and leadership needs Support managers and leaders with people development, team effectiveness, onboarding, wellbeing and performance conversations Provide coaching and practical guidance to stakeholders navigating people challenges and organisational change Act as a key connector between central HR and operational teams, ensuring consistency, alignment and trust Support a culture of dignity, professionalism and psychological safety across the organisation Escalate formal ER matters appropriately while maintaining supportive local relationships Contribute to wider HR transformation and continuous improvement initiatives This role is intentionally non-transactional in focus. Recruitment, formal employee relations, payroll and policy ownership sit elsewhere within the HR function, allowing this position to focus fully on strategic partnership and people engagement. You will also hold line management responsibility for a junior HR team member, providing guidance, mentoring and operational oversight. We are looking for: Previous experience in a HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor capacity Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills A calm, emotionally intelligent and highly professional approach The ability to influence with diplomacy and credibility Experience operating within complex, values-led or community-focused environments A proactive, visible and solutions-oriented working style Excellent communication skills and sound professional judgement Someone comfortable navigating sensitive situations with warmth, discretion and appropriate boundaries The culture is collaborative, people-centred and deeply values-driven. This is an organisation where emotional intelligence, presence and integrity are genuinely valued, and where HR is seen as a trusted partner rather than simply a support function. Hybrid working is offered, with a minimum of two days per week spent visiting assigned communities, one day in the North Finchley head office, and the remaining time flexible. The role is 35 hours per week Monday - Thursday 9am - 5pm and early finishes on Fridays 1pm in the winter and 3pm in the summer months). I have worked with them many times through the years growing the team and highly recommend them for a long term, sometimes chaotic and busy, but with such a friendly culture, role Leaman Consulting are an equal opportunities employer.
Jun 03, 2026
Seasonal
A beautifully positioned opportunity has arisen for a relationship-led HR Business Partner to join a highly values-driven, community-based organisation undergoing an exciting transformation in its people function. They are looking for someone free asap for a temp to perm, contract or perm role. This is not a traditional operational HRBP role. Instead, this position is centred around presence, partnership and trust - supporting leaders across a network of established communities and acting as a visible, strategic people partner embedded within the organisation. Working closely with senior stakeholders and leadership teams, you will play a key role in strengthening organisational culture, leadership capability and employee experience through thoughtful, relational HR support. This role would suit an emotionally intelligent and commercially aware HR professional who enjoys building genuine relationships, working autonomously and influencing with warmth, credibility and calm authority. The successful candidate will: Build trusted relationships across a portfolio of communities and departments Spend time visibly embedded within communities, developing an understanding of local dynamics and leadership needs Support managers and leaders with people development, team effectiveness, onboarding, wellbeing and performance conversations Provide coaching and practical guidance to stakeholders navigating people challenges and organisational change Act as a key connector between central HR and operational teams, ensuring consistency, alignment and trust Support a culture of dignity, professionalism and psychological safety across the organisation Escalate formal ER matters appropriately while maintaining supportive local relationships Contribute to wider HR transformation and continuous improvement initiatives This role is intentionally non-transactional in focus. Recruitment, formal employee relations, payroll and policy ownership sit elsewhere within the HR function, allowing this position to focus fully on strategic partnership and people engagement. You will also hold line management responsibility for a junior HR team member, providing guidance, mentoring and operational oversight. We are looking for: Previous experience in a HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor capacity Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills A calm, emotionally intelligent and highly professional approach The ability to influence with diplomacy and credibility Experience operating within complex, values-led or community-focused environments A proactive, visible and solutions-oriented working style Excellent communication skills and sound professional judgement Someone comfortable navigating sensitive situations with warmth, discretion and appropriate boundaries The culture is collaborative, people-centred and deeply values-driven. This is an organisation where emotional intelligence, presence and integrity are genuinely valued, and where HR is seen as a trusted partner rather than simply a support function. Hybrid working is offered, with a minimum of two days per week spent visiting assigned communities, one day in the North Finchley head office, and the remaining time flexible. The role is 35 hours per week Monday - Thursday 9am - 5pm and early finishes on Fridays 1pm in the winter and 3pm in the summer months). I have worked with them many times through the years growing the team and highly recommend them for a long term, sometimes chaotic and busy, but with such a friendly culture, role Leaman Consulting are an equal opportunities employer.
About the Role Connect2Hackney is looking for a detail-oriented and financially astute Pension Fund Accounts Officer to join the London Borough of Hackney on an interim basis. Hackney is home to a diverse community and a thriving workforce. Behind our people is a robust Pension Fund valued at approximately 2.2 billion . We are looking for a dedicated professional to help steward these assets, ensuring that every penny is accounted for, reconciled, and reported with absolute precision. This is more than just a number-crunching role, it is a chance to work at the heart of the Council's financial reporting, interacting with high-level Fund Managers and supporting our commitment to responsible investment through ESG reporting. What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Investment & Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the financial integrity of the Pension Fund. Your core responsibilities will include: Financial Reporting & Accounts Lead the compilation: You will work closely with the Manager to compile the Pension Fund Report & Accounts, ensuring all entries are accurate and timely. Ensure compliance: You will ensure our Report and Accounts meet all CIPFA reporting requirements and are produced to the highest standard. Manage the 2.2bn portfolio data: You will develop and prepare monthly transaction reports carried out by Fund Managers and the London CIV to ensure holdings are accurately reflected in the Statement of Accounts. Reconciliation & Control Complex Reconciliations: You will take ownership of complex reconciliations, ensuring they are recorded accurately within the Council's financial reporting systems. Suspense Accounts: You will be responsible for clearing Pension Fund suspense account items on a monthly basis, ensuring alignment with the chart of accounts. Audit Trail: You will maintain comprehensive working papers and documentation to create a full audit trail, acting as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors to provide assurance on data quality. Operations & Liaison Stakeholder Management: You will liaise with Pension Fund Investment Managers, Custodians, and external Pension administrators to ensure data accuracy for reconciliations and journal entries. Transactional Duties: You will raise purchase orders, pay invoices, and act as the primary contact for invoice queries. ESG & Governance: You will assist the Assistant Director with the execution of passive equity voting and support the team with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting requirements. About You We are looking for someone with a strong background in financial accounting, preferably within a public sector or pension fund environment. To be successful in this role, you should have: Technical Proficiency: Experience with complex financial reconciliations, suspense accounts, and general ledger systems. Attention to Detail: The ability to maintain accurate working papers and handle large datasets (relating to our 2.2bn fund) with precision. Communication Skills: Confidence in liaising with external auditors, fund managers, and internal stakeholders. Knowledge: An understanding of CIPFA requirements and pension fund accounting is highly desirable. Why Connect with Hackney? By joining the Hackney network, you are joining a council that prides itself on being distinct, diverse, and dedicated to its residents. Impact: Work on a significant fund that supports the future of our workforce. Development: Gain exposure to high-level investment accounting and ESG reporting. Flexibility: We offer hybrid working arrangements to support your work-life balance. Benefits: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a generous holiday allowance. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 02, 2026
Seasonal
About the Role Connect2Hackney is looking for a detail-oriented and financially astute Pension Fund Accounts Officer to join the London Borough of Hackney on an interim basis. Hackney is home to a diverse community and a thriving workforce. Behind our people is a robust Pension Fund valued at approximately 2.2 billion . We are looking for a dedicated professional to help steward these assets, ensuring that every penny is accounted for, reconciled, and reported with absolute precision. This is more than just a number-crunching role, it is a chance to work at the heart of the Council's financial reporting, interacting with high-level Fund Managers and supporting our commitment to responsible investment through ESG reporting. What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Investment & Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the financial integrity of the Pension Fund. Your core responsibilities will include: Financial Reporting & Accounts Lead the compilation: You will work closely with the Manager to compile the Pension Fund Report & Accounts, ensuring all entries are accurate and timely. Ensure compliance: You will ensure our Report and Accounts meet all CIPFA reporting requirements and are produced to the highest standard. Manage the 2.2bn portfolio data: You will develop and prepare monthly transaction reports carried out by Fund Managers and the London CIV to ensure holdings are accurately reflected in the Statement of Accounts. Reconciliation & Control Complex Reconciliations: You will take ownership of complex reconciliations, ensuring they are recorded accurately within the Council's financial reporting systems. Suspense Accounts: You will be responsible for clearing Pension Fund suspense account items on a monthly basis, ensuring alignment with the chart of accounts. Audit Trail: You will maintain comprehensive working papers and documentation to create a full audit trail, acting as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors to provide assurance on data quality. Operations & Liaison Stakeholder Management: You will liaise with Pension Fund Investment Managers, Custodians, and external Pension administrators to ensure data accuracy for reconciliations and journal entries. Transactional Duties: You will raise purchase orders, pay invoices, and act as the primary contact for invoice queries. ESG & Governance: You will assist the Assistant Director with the execution of passive equity voting and support the team with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting requirements. About You We are looking for someone with a strong background in financial accounting, preferably within a public sector or pension fund environment. To be successful in this role, you should have: Technical Proficiency: Experience with complex financial reconciliations, suspense accounts, and general ledger systems. Attention to Detail: The ability to maintain accurate working papers and handle large datasets (relating to our 2.2bn fund) with precision. Communication Skills: Confidence in liaising with external auditors, fund managers, and internal stakeholders. Knowledge: An understanding of CIPFA requirements and pension fund accounting is highly desirable. Why Connect with Hackney? By joining the Hackney network, you are joining a council that prides itself on being distinct, diverse, and dedicated to its residents. Impact: Work on a significant fund that supports the future of our workforce. Development: Gain exposure to high-level investment accounting and ESG reporting. Flexibility: We offer hybrid working arrangements to support your work-life balance. Benefits: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a generous holiday allowance. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Interim Programme Manager/ Transformation Lead (Public sector) Location: Sheffield Hybrid working (2-3 days onsite) Who we are Grant Thornton's Agile Talent Community is a network of contract professionals, giving you the opportunity to work with our clients alongside Grant Thornton teams on a project-by-project basis whilst being supported by our dedicated Agile Talent team. Joining us in Public Sector Consulting Our Public Sector Team have worked on some of the UK's largest and most high-profile public sector clients, infrastructure projects and public policy programmes. We are a team that has public service at its heart and is made up of the following sectors: Local Government, Central Government and Healthcare. Our consulting team seeks to develop long-term partnerships with our clients in order to help them deliver key government policies, programmes and strategies on the ground. We work with clients across the public sector - as well as those looking to effectively engage with the public sector - to help them to make effective strategic decisions; improve their outcomes; optimise their operating and delivery models; deliver public sector reform; balance short-term financial challenges with medium term investment; and ensure value for money in all that they do. Joining the Agile Talent Community as an experienced Interim Programme Manager/ Transformation Lead, you will have the freedom to work on projects that you choose, whether full or part-time to support our clients and internal teams on short-to-medium-term assignments. Skills we are looking for Proven programme management experience in the public sector (local government, central government or healthcare) - ideally within Human Resources, Transformation, or Change Management projects. Strong understanding of public sector operations, current policies, and sector-specific challenges. Experience supporting major public sector transformation or restructuring programmes across large or complex organisations. Consulting experience (internal or external) is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to provide insightful advice, analysis, or recommendations to stakeholders, clients, or senior leaders. Ability to build, maintain, and influence trusted working relationships with colleagues, clients, and key stakeholders. What's in it for you Development: Your development is important to us and as part of the Agile Talent Community you will be able to work alongside our permanent teams as well as our clients, giving you variety and opportunity to develop new skills. Our team is here to support you, with finding new projects as well as navigating the freelance regulation. Engagement: As a member of our Community, you will also be invited to events, which can help your wellbeing, educate you about the market you operate in, help you connect with the business as well as other members of the Community. Doing what's right ahead of what's easy Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people and those who work alongside our teams, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone.Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect each other helps everyone to perform at the best of their ability and realize their potential.
Jun 02, 2026
Full time
Interim Programme Manager/ Transformation Lead (Public sector) Location: Sheffield Hybrid working (2-3 days onsite) Who we are Grant Thornton's Agile Talent Community is a network of contract professionals, giving you the opportunity to work with our clients alongside Grant Thornton teams on a project-by-project basis whilst being supported by our dedicated Agile Talent team. Joining us in Public Sector Consulting Our Public Sector Team have worked on some of the UK's largest and most high-profile public sector clients, infrastructure projects and public policy programmes. We are a team that has public service at its heart and is made up of the following sectors: Local Government, Central Government and Healthcare. Our consulting team seeks to develop long-term partnerships with our clients in order to help them deliver key government policies, programmes and strategies on the ground. We work with clients across the public sector - as well as those looking to effectively engage with the public sector - to help them to make effective strategic decisions; improve their outcomes; optimise their operating and delivery models; deliver public sector reform; balance short-term financial challenges with medium term investment; and ensure value for money in all that they do. Joining the Agile Talent Community as an experienced Interim Programme Manager/ Transformation Lead, you will have the freedom to work on projects that you choose, whether full or part-time to support our clients and internal teams on short-to-medium-term assignments. Skills we are looking for Proven programme management experience in the public sector (local government, central government or healthcare) - ideally within Human Resources, Transformation, or Change Management projects. Strong understanding of public sector operations, current policies, and sector-specific challenges. Experience supporting major public sector transformation or restructuring programmes across large or complex organisations. Consulting experience (internal or external) is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to provide insightful advice, analysis, or recommendations to stakeholders, clients, or senior leaders. Ability to build, maintain, and influence trusted working relationships with colleagues, clients, and key stakeholders. What's in it for you Development: Your development is important to us and as part of the Agile Talent Community you will be able to work alongside our permanent teams as well as our clients, giving you variety and opportunity to develop new skills. Our team is here to support you, with finding new projects as well as navigating the freelance regulation. Engagement: As a member of our Community, you will also be invited to events, which can help your wellbeing, educate you about the market you operate in, help you connect with the business as well as other members of the Community. Doing what's right ahead of what's easy Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people and those who work alongside our teams, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone.Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect each other helps everyone to perform at the best of their ability and realize their potential.
Recruitment Resourcer Derbyshire Retail Interim circa 6 months with scope for permanent Hybrid - circa 1-2 days per week in the office Client Details Michael Page are excited to be partnering with a highly successful leading organsiation based in Derbyshire to appoint for a Recruitment Resourcer to join a busy Talent Acquisition function. This role can offer attractive flexibility and agile working of circa 1-2 days per week in the office Description Working as part of a busy Talent Acquisition team, dealing with a range of Head Office and Leadership roles, the position of Recruitment Resourcer will provide proactive sourcing support, actively sourcing and engaging with candidates to provide talent pipelines for key job families and locations. This will include but not limited to: Work closely with the Recruitment Managers and Talent Partners as well as external partners Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to identify high-quality candidates and convert passive candidates to engaged pipeline Proactively source and engage with candidates using a wide variety of methods Utilise social media platforms, job boards, LinkedIn and networking events to attract top talent. Maintain and expand a talent pipeline to support current and future hiring needs. Conduct initial screenings and assessments to ensure alignment with role requirements. Provide regular updates and insights to stakeholders regarding recruitment progress. Profile Successful applicants for this role will have a proven background in a similar role. You may be from an agency background looking for your first move Inhouse or an experienced Inhouse Recruiter/Resourcer looking for a new challenge Essentially you will be able to demonstrate experience at proactively sourcing talent using advanced sourcing skills such as LinkedIn and Boolean searches Job Offer Excellent salary of up to £40,000 Initially interim, possible scope for permanent Agile hybrid policy - Circa 1-2 days per week in the office
Jun 02, 2026
Contractor
Recruitment Resourcer Derbyshire Retail Interim circa 6 months with scope for permanent Hybrid - circa 1-2 days per week in the office Client Details Michael Page are excited to be partnering with a highly successful leading organsiation based in Derbyshire to appoint for a Recruitment Resourcer to join a busy Talent Acquisition function. This role can offer attractive flexibility and agile working of circa 1-2 days per week in the office Description Working as part of a busy Talent Acquisition team, dealing with a range of Head Office and Leadership roles, the position of Recruitment Resourcer will provide proactive sourcing support, actively sourcing and engaging with candidates to provide talent pipelines for key job families and locations. This will include but not limited to: Work closely with the Recruitment Managers and Talent Partners as well as external partners Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to identify high-quality candidates and convert passive candidates to engaged pipeline Proactively source and engage with candidates using a wide variety of methods Utilise social media platforms, job boards, LinkedIn and networking events to attract top talent. Maintain and expand a talent pipeline to support current and future hiring needs. Conduct initial screenings and assessments to ensure alignment with role requirements. Provide regular updates and insights to stakeholders regarding recruitment progress. Profile Successful applicants for this role will have a proven background in a similar role. You may be from an agency background looking for your first move Inhouse or an experienced Inhouse Recruiter/Resourcer looking for a new challenge Essentially you will be able to demonstrate experience at proactively sourcing talent using advanced sourcing skills such as LinkedIn and Boolean searches Job Offer Excellent salary of up to £40,000 Initially interim, possible scope for permanent Agile hybrid policy - Circa 1-2 days per week in the office
Assistant Commercial Manager HS2 (Washwood Heath Depot) Location: Birmingham / Washwood Heath (Hybrid 3 days office/site) Salary: £40,000 £47,500 (potentially to £49k with approvals) + 12% Pen + Health + 25 hols Progression: Commercial Manager (£60,000 £70,000 + package) Project: £859m , HS2 Washwood Heath Train Care Depot 8-year duration Work on One of the UK s Most High-Profile Infrastructure Projects Are you a Graduate or Assistant Quantity Surveyor with experience working on NEC contracts, looking to step into a client-side commercial role on one of Europe s largest infrastructure programmes? This is a standout opportunity to join High Speed Two Ltd and play a key role in delivering the £859m Washwood Heath Train Care Depot, a landmark project that will become the operational heart of the HS2 network and the largest Rail Depot ever built in the UK, with contract award just been announced JV Taylor Woodrow Infrastructure & Aureos Rai Why This Role Stands Out This isn t a typical Assistant QS role. You ll be working client-side, gaining exposure across the full project lifecycle from early design and target cost setting through to construction, commissioning and handover. You ll be involved in a truly multi-disciplinary environment, covering civils, structures, buildings, M&E, rail systems, and power - giving you experience that would normally take years to build elsewhere. There are also genuine commercial firsts on this project, including new approaches to compensation events designed to streamline delivery, giving you exposure to modern, forward-thinking contract management practices. The Project The Washwood Heath Depot is one of the most complex rail facilities delivered in the UK in recent decades. Delivered over an 8-year programme, it will include major assets such as maintenance buildings, control centres, stabling yards, and operational facilities all critical to the running of the HS2 network. The Role Working directly for High Speed Two Ltd, you will support a Commercial Manager and gain exposure to a wide range of contract administration and commercial management activities. This includes change management through Compensation Events, risk management, cost assurance, payment processes, and commercial reporting. You will utilise HS2 s contract management system (CEMAR) alongside Excel-based reporting tools to support robust commercial governance across the project. Duties & Responsibilities Support the administration and management of contracts to maintain effective commercial control, using CEMAR Assist with contract administration duties under NEC3 Contract Support the assessment and valuation of variations and Compensation Events Assist with the preparation and assessment of interim applications for payment Contribute to cost assurance activities and financial performance monitoring Support the review and analysis of supply chain monthly reports Assist in the preparation of monthly commercial reports and forecasts Support the resolution and settlement of supply chain disputes Assist with estimate reviews across all project stages Career & Development This role offers exceptional career progression. Around 45% of roles are filled internally at HS2, and with an 8 10 year programme ahead, there are real opportunities to move across different packages (civils, stations, rail systems, rolling stock) and build a long-term career. Progression to Commercial Manager level is realistic within 2 years, supported by structured development, mentoring, and full support toward professional chartership (RICS, ICES, etc.). About You You ll likely be a Graduate QS, Assistant QS or Ass Cost Manager with around 18 months+ experience, ideally within infrastructure or major projects. Experience working with NEC3/4 contracts (including compensation events) is highly desirable. You may come from a main contractor or consultancy background and have worked across sectors such as rail, civils, utilities, highways, water, or buildings. Most importantly, you ll be a motivated self-starter with a strong desire to learn, develop, and build a long-term career in commercial management within major infrastructure. Why Join? You ll be part of a flexible, supportive, and high-performing environment with a strong culture of development and collaboration. With no rigid long-hours culture, flexible working, and exposure to one of the UK s most prestigious programmes, this role offers both career acceleration and work-life balance. If you're looking to step into a career-defining role with real responsibility, exposure, and progression, this is a unique opportunity to do exactly that.
May 31, 2026
Full time
Assistant Commercial Manager HS2 (Washwood Heath Depot) Location: Birmingham / Washwood Heath (Hybrid 3 days office/site) Salary: £40,000 £47,500 (potentially to £49k with approvals) + 12% Pen + Health + 25 hols Progression: Commercial Manager (£60,000 £70,000 + package) Project: £859m , HS2 Washwood Heath Train Care Depot 8-year duration Work on One of the UK s Most High-Profile Infrastructure Projects Are you a Graduate or Assistant Quantity Surveyor with experience working on NEC contracts, looking to step into a client-side commercial role on one of Europe s largest infrastructure programmes? This is a standout opportunity to join High Speed Two Ltd and play a key role in delivering the £859m Washwood Heath Train Care Depot, a landmark project that will become the operational heart of the HS2 network and the largest Rail Depot ever built in the UK, with contract award just been announced JV Taylor Woodrow Infrastructure & Aureos Rai Why This Role Stands Out This isn t a typical Assistant QS role. You ll be working client-side, gaining exposure across the full project lifecycle from early design and target cost setting through to construction, commissioning and handover. You ll be involved in a truly multi-disciplinary environment, covering civils, structures, buildings, M&E, rail systems, and power - giving you experience that would normally take years to build elsewhere. There are also genuine commercial firsts on this project, including new approaches to compensation events designed to streamline delivery, giving you exposure to modern, forward-thinking contract management practices. The Project The Washwood Heath Depot is one of the most complex rail facilities delivered in the UK in recent decades. Delivered over an 8-year programme, it will include major assets such as maintenance buildings, control centres, stabling yards, and operational facilities all critical to the running of the HS2 network. The Role Working directly for High Speed Two Ltd, you will support a Commercial Manager and gain exposure to a wide range of contract administration and commercial management activities. This includes change management through Compensation Events, risk management, cost assurance, payment processes, and commercial reporting. You will utilise HS2 s contract management system (CEMAR) alongside Excel-based reporting tools to support robust commercial governance across the project. Duties & Responsibilities Support the administration and management of contracts to maintain effective commercial control, using CEMAR Assist with contract administration duties under NEC3 Contract Support the assessment and valuation of variations and Compensation Events Assist with the preparation and assessment of interim applications for payment Contribute to cost assurance activities and financial performance monitoring Support the review and analysis of supply chain monthly reports Assist in the preparation of monthly commercial reports and forecasts Support the resolution and settlement of supply chain disputes Assist with estimate reviews across all project stages Career & Development This role offers exceptional career progression. Around 45% of roles are filled internally at HS2, and with an 8 10 year programme ahead, there are real opportunities to move across different packages (civils, stations, rail systems, rolling stock) and build a long-term career. Progression to Commercial Manager level is realistic within 2 years, supported by structured development, mentoring, and full support toward professional chartership (RICS, ICES, etc.). About You You ll likely be a Graduate QS, Assistant QS or Ass Cost Manager with around 18 months+ experience, ideally within infrastructure or major projects. Experience working with NEC3/4 contracts (including compensation events) is highly desirable. You may come from a main contractor or consultancy background and have worked across sectors such as rail, civils, utilities, highways, water, or buildings. Most importantly, you ll be a motivated self-starter with a strong desire to learn, develop, and build a long-term career in commercial management within major infrastructure. Why Join? You ll be part of a flexible, supportive, and high-performing environment with a strong culture of development and collaboration. With no rigid long-hours culture, flexible working, and exposure to one of the UK s most prestigious programmes, this role offers both career acceleration and work-life balance. If you're looking to step into a career-defining role with real responsibility, exposure, and progression, this is a unique opportunity to do exactly that.
Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - Children and Families First Team Salary BCP Band I (SCP 28-31) £39,152 - £41,771 per annum pro rata, plus £4,234 per annum & Band J (SCP 32-35) - £42,839 - £46,142 per annum, plus £5,719 contractual supplement per annum From 1 December 2025, our refreshed Pay and Reward package comes into effect, bringing a new approach to how we recognise and reward roles across the Council. This means the salary for this role will be changing. The pay range for this role (Level 2 - 3) will be £42,839 - £53,460 (pro rata for part time colleagues) from 1 December 2025 and pay protection will not apply. Currently the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for Level 2 is a fixed amount of £4,234 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) From 1 December the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for this role may be up to £1,331 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) Currently the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for Level 3 is a fixed amount of £5,719 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) From 1 December the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for this role may be up to £3,249 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) Recruitment and Retention Supplements are in addition to the base salary. They are temporary, and awarded solely at the discretion of BCP Council, in accordance with our Interim Salary Supplement policy, which will be replaced by the new Pay and Allowances policy being introduced on 1 December 2025. You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure This is what our current workforce say about working for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council (BCP) in Dorset. "I've never felt so supported" "BCP is like '"One big family which is really rewarding." "I think just because you can do a lots of different direct work with the children. For example, I last year was able to go crabbing and it was the family's idea and literally I was like, 'What is crabbing?' And they were like, 'We'll show you And we went down to one of the beaches and, yeah, were literally collecting crabs. It was so fascinating." About our team: Safeguarding is everyone's business and whilst the initial assessment of risk takes place in the assessment service, the Children and Families First teams are here for those families where longer-term intervention at level 4 is required to reduce risk and achieve positive change. The Children and Families First teams work with families where children have been assessed to be children in need or at risk of harm. Assessments and plans are reviewed on a regular basis to prevent drift and to ensure the child's journey progresses in a timely way. The team work closely with families and a range of other agencies to support children who are subject to child in need and child protection plans and in some cases children at the early stages of being looked after . The teams use a range of interventions within our restorative practice framework to address and reduce risk. Key areas for consideration in the teams are co-production, safety planning, strong relationships with children, early permanence planning and legal interventions in circumstances where children are not considered safe in their family. There are 6 Children and Families First teams, each consisting of a Team Manager, ATM , 7 social workers and a family support practitioner. All statutory teams are co located within the Civic Centre, Bournemouth, but work flexibly across the BCP area. Are you also passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is looking for dedicated, compassionate and experienced Social Workers to join our team at Levels 2 & 3 We are proud to have achieved a GOOD rating from Ofsted in Dec 2024, recognising our commitment to providing excellent care and support for children and families. At BCP, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to continuing building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Your unique experiences and perspectives will help us continue delivering outstanding care to children in our community. If you are an experienced Social Worker we want to hear from you. If you are reflective, proactive and resilient, have the desire to make a real difference and ensure children and their voices are at the heart of everything you do, Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Council could be the place for you? It is a really exciting time here in BCP Children's Services and you have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our most vulnerable children and young people and impacting on our improvement journey. We are committed to recruiting, developing and supporting outstanding dedicated social workers, to enable our children to grow and flourish. If you like a challenge, want to work in an authority where you can feel the difference you are making, then please give us a call. If you are interested in this level of social work, you will need to: have experience of a mentoring role in front line SW of less experienced staff including new and newly qualified staff, and SW students on placement; have post-qualifying award (e.g Practice Education), and/or be willing to undertake Practice Education training; be already working to the DfE Knowledge and Skills statements for child and family practitioners; be able to work with very complex referrals and complex casework and have high quality skills in analysis of risk and decision making; have strong and confident presentation skills; have strong conflict resolution skills; have a commitment to continuous professional development; develop and maintain a professional network, to share expertise and in order to support the outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. We will require you to: be able to travel across the full Council area in a timely manner. have significant experience of front line SW safeguarding. We can offer you: Full induction, with a very supportive Practice Fundamentals offer. Clear career progression pathway and excellent learning opportunities. Manageable and diverse caseloads. Regular Supervision. 25 days annual leave (pro rata, for those without continuous service), plus bank holidays. Competitive salary with access to local government pension scheme. Flexible working arrangements in our newly refurbished Civic Offices with Local Offices near to where you need to work. Employee Assistance Programme. Relocation Scheme. Staff network groups. For an informal discussion about any of the roles above, please contact: Vanessa Johns, Service Manager for Children and Families First and PLO&Court at Check out our academy website for more details BCP Partnership Academy About BCP Council BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. Our Benefits A Place to Thrive - Join BCP Council At BCP Council, we're not just building a workforce- we're transforming how we recognise and reward our people. From 1 December 2025, we're proud to introduce a new Pay and Reward package, shaped through close collaboration with our trade union partners. This marks a significant step forward in how we recognise and reward our colleagues, reflecting our commitment to creating a modern, inclusive, and supportive workplace. Our enhanced offer includes fair and transparent pay, modernised terms and conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain talented individuals. Whether it's flexible working, wellbeing support, or opportunities for career progression, our new approach puts people first- we're excited to welcome new colleagues into a Council that's evolving to meet the needs of both our workforce and our communities. Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at ( Employee benefits Working for BCP link to careers page) Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you More About us Working for BCP DBS BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details. Attached documents Social Worker JD and PS BCP.pdf
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - Children and Families First Team Salary BCP Band I (SCP 28-31) £39,152 - £41,771 per annum pro rata, plus £4,234 per annum & Band J (SCP 32-35) - £42,839 - £46,142 per annum, plus £5,719 contractual supplement per annum From 1 December 2025, our refreshed Pay and Reward package comes into effect, bringing a new approach to how we recognise and reward roles across the Council. This means the salary for this role will be changing. The pay range for this role (Level 2 - 3) will be £42,839 - £53,460 (pro rata for part time colleagues) from 1 December 2025 and pay protection will not apply. Currently the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for Level 2 is a fixed amount of £4,234 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) From 1 December the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for this role may be up to £1,331 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) Currently the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for Level 3 is a fixed amount of £5,719 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) From 1 December the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for this role may be up to £3,249 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) Recruitment and Retention Supplements are in addition to the base salary. They are temporary, and awarded solely at the discretion of BCP Council, in accordance with our Interim Salary Supplement policy, which will be replaced by the new Pay and Allowances policy being introduced on 1 December 2025. You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure This is what our current workforce say about working for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council (BCP) in Dorset. "I've never felt so supported" "BCP is like '"One big family which is really rewarding." "I think just because you can do a lots of different direct work with the children. For example, I last year was able to go crabbing and it was the family's idea and literally I was like, 'What is crabbing?' And they were like, 'We'll show you And we went down to one of the beaches and, yeah, were literally collecting crabs. It was so fascinating." About our team: Safeguarding is everyone's business and whilst the initial assessment of risk takes place in the assessment service, the Children and Families First teams are here for those families where longer-term intervention at level 4 is required to reduce risk and achieve positive change. The Children and Families First teams work with families where children have been assessed to be children in need or at risk of harm. Assessments and plans are reviewed on a regular basis to prevent drift and to ensure the child's journey progresses in a timely way. The team work closely with families and a range of other agencies to support children who are subject to child in need and child protection plans and in some cases children at the early stages of being looked after . The teams use a range of interventions within our restorative practice framework to address and reduce risk. Key areas for consideration in the teams are co-production, safety planning, strong relationships with children, early permanence planning and legal interventions in circumstances where children are not considered safe in their family. There are 6 Children and Families First teams, each consisting of a Team Manager, ATM , 7 social workers and a family support practitioner. All statutory teams are co located within the Civic Centre, Bournemouth, but work flexibly across the BCP area. Are you also passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is looking for dedicated, compassionate and experienced Social Workers to join our team at Levels 2 & 3 We are proud to have achieved a GOOD rating from Ofsted in Dec 2024, recognising our commitment to providing excellent care and support for children and families. At BCP, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to continuing building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Your unique experiences and perspectives will help us continue delivering outstanding care to children in our community. If you are an experienced Social Worker we want to hear from you. If you are reflective, proactive and resilient, have the desire to make a real difference and ensure children and their voices are at the heart of everything you do, Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Council could be the place for you? It is a really exciting time here in BCP Children's Services and you have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our most vulnerable children and young people and impacting on our improvement journey. We are committed to recruiting, developing and supporting outstanding dedicated social workers, to enable our children to grow and flourish. If you like a challenge, want to work in an authority where you can feel the difference you are making, then please give us a call. If you are interested in this level of social work, you will need to: have experience of a mentoring role in front line SW of less experienced staff including new and newly qualified staff, and SW students on placement; have post-qualifying award (e.g Practice Education), and/or be willing to undertake Practice Education training; be already working to the DfE Knowledge and Skills statements for child and family practitioners; be able to work with very complex referrals and complex casework and have high quality skills in analysis of risk and decision making; have strong and confident presentation skills; have strong conflict resolution skills; have a commitment to continuous professional development; develop and maintain a professional network, to share expertise and in order to support the outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. We will require you to: be able to travel across the full Council area in a timely manner. have significant experience of front line SW safeguarding. We can offer you: Full induction, with a very supportive Practice Fundamentals offer. Clear career progression pathway and excellent learning opportunities. Manageable and diverse caseloads. Regular Supervision. 25 days annual leave (pro rata, for those without continuous service), plus bank holidays. Competitive salary with access to local government pension scheme. Flexible working arrangements in our newly refurbished Civic Offices with Local Offices near to where you need to work. Employee Assistance Programme. Relocation Scheme. Staff network groups. For an informal discussion about any of the roles above, please contact: Vanessa Johns, Service Manager for Children and Families First and PLO&Court at Check out our academy website for more details BCP Partnership Academy About BCP Council BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. Our Benefits A Place to Thrive - Join BCP Council At BCP Council, we're not just building a workforce- we're transforming how we recognise and reward our people. From 1 December 2025, we're proud to introduce a new Pay and Reward package, shaped through close collaboration with our trade union partners. This marks a significant step forward in how we recognise and reward our colleagues, reflecting our commitment to creating a modern, inclusive, and supportive workplace. Our enhanced offer includes fair and transparent pay, modernised terms and conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain talented individuals. Whether it's flexible working, wellbeing support, or opportunities for career progression, our new approach puts people first- we're excited to welcome new colleagues into a Council that's evolving to meet the needs of both our workforce and our communities. Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at ( Employee benefits Working for BCP link to careers page) Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you More About us Working for BCP DBS BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details. Attached documents Social Worker JD and PS BCP.pdf
Interim Principal Surveyor Hourly Rate: £40 to £50 per hour via Umbrella Location: Rochdale Job Type: Hybrid (Flexible arrangements with office attendance required) We are seeking an Interim Principal Surveyor to join our Estates Team for a minimum of three months, with the possibility of extension. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to engage in a varied and professional capacity, supporting the Council's property portfolio and strategic estate management. You will report directly to the Head of Estates and work closely with the Business Centres Manager and support team. Day-to-day of the role: Professional Caseload: Undertake a wide range of estate management tasks including property valuations (commercial and residential), landlord & tenant matters, property disposals and acquisitions, asset reviews, and option appraisals. Annual Asset Valuation Programme: Support the Council's annual programme by conducting valuations and liaising with the Finance Team. Managed Workspace Centres: Assist in the management of the Council's three business centres, working alongside the Business Centres Manager. Team Leadership: Provide guidance and support to junior staff and contribute to their professional development. Project Delivery: Lead and manage projects to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard. Customer Focus: Maintain excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring responsive and professional service delivery. Required Skills & Qualifications: A qualified surveyor (MRICS or FRICS) with experience in estates management. Strong knowledge of valuation, landlord & tenant law, and property transactions. Experience in regeneration, strategic asset management, and property management. Excellent communication, negotiation, and report writing skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to provide clear, evidence-based recommendations. A collaborative and proactive approach to team working and service improvement. Benefits: Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Based at award-winning offices next to the Rochdale Riverside retail and leisure complex. Excellent transport links via Metrolink and easy access to the M62 and motorway network. To apply for this Interim Principal Surveyor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Interim Principal Surveyor Hourly Rate: £40 to £50 per hour via Umbrella Location: Rochdale Job Type: Hybrid (Flexible arrangements with office attendance required) We are seeking an Interim Principal Surveyor to join our Estates Team for a minimum of three months, with the possibility of extension. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to engage in a varied and professional capacity, supporting the Council's property portfolio and strategic estate management. You will report directly to the Head of Estates and work closely with the Business Centres Manager and support team. Day-to-day of the role: Professional Caseload: Undertake a wide range of estate management tasks including property valuations (commercial and residential), landlord & tenant matters, property disposals and acquisitions, asset reviews, and option appraisals. Annual Asset Valuation Programme: Support the Council's annual programme by conducting valuations and liaising with the Finance Team. Managed Workspace Centres: Assist in the management of the Council's three business centres, working alongside the Business Centres Manager. Team Leadership: Provide guidance and support to junior staff and contribute to their professional development. Project Delivery: Lead and manage projects to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard. Customer Focus: Maintain excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring responsive and professional service delivery. Required Skills & Qualifications: A qualified surveyor (MRICS or FRICS) with experience in estates management. Strong knowledge of valuation, landlord & tenant law, and property transactions. Experience in regeneration, strategic asset management, and property management. Excellent communication, negotiation, and report writing skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to provide clear, evidence-based recommendations. A collaborative and proactive approach to team working and service improvement. Benefits: Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Based at award-winning offices next to the Rochdale Riverside retail and leisure complex. Excellent transport links via Metrolink and easy access to the M62 and motorway network. To apply for this Interim Principal Surveyor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.
Description As a Project Quantity Surveyor, you will support the Commercial Manager; helping to drive efficiencies; managing costs and regional performance for our clients. This role will see you take control of all financial aspects of the project; overseeing all commercial & contractual matters. You will deliver desired margin return utilising high standards of commercial acumen. Whilst identifying, recording and tracking, both risks and opportunities. Key Responsibilities Manage and monitor project costs including weekly P&L reporting Review contract documents and advise on any issues Track the progress and cash flow forecast information Produce and review commercial forecasts, Cost Value Reconciliation (CVRs) and Project Finance Reports Take responsibility for Subcontract Management; including Subcontract Forecasting, raising Subcontractor Orders and Negotiating Subcontract terms Prepare subcontract documents, enquiries and assessment of quotations Place subcontract orders, agreement and certification of subcontract valuations, invoice, subcontract payments and final account agreements Be responsible for the management of the change control process, risk and value management Manage and track project changes, variations and/or notices Assess and value variations and compensation events Prepare and submit interim valuations and payment applications to clients, along with the agreement of final accounts Attend risk review, progress and commercial meetings on-site with the Client Be actively involved with tenders and pricing Assist Credit Control with cash recovery and forecasting Support the operational team in daily commercial and contractual aspects Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Degree qualification (RICS accredited or equivalent) is desirable but not essential Ideally you will have experience working in the Utilities industry Sound knowledge of contracts - NEC preferred Ability to prioritise workload, multi-task and work under tight time pressures Excellent communication skills High attention to detail Logical mind Job Benefits We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer . We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy. About Network Plus Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK's major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater. We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer. We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment - we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Description As a Project Quantity Surveyor, you will support the Commercial Manager; helping to drive efficiencies; managing costs and regional performance for our clients. This role will see you take control of all financial aspects of the project; overseeing all commercial & contractual matters. You will deliver desired margin return utilising high standards of commercial acumen. Whilst identifying, recording and tracking, both risks and opportunities. Key Responsibilities Manage and monitor project costs including weekly P&L reporting Review contract documents and advise on any issues Track the progress and cash flow forecast information Produce and review commercial forecasts, Cost Value Reconciliation (CVRs) and Project Finance Reports Take responsibility for Subcontract Management; including Subcontract Forecasting, raising Subcontractor Orders and Negotiating Subcontract terms Prepare subcontract documents, enquiries and assessment of quotations Place subcontract orders, agreement and certification of subcontract valuations, invoice, subcontract payments and final account agreements Be responsible for the management of the change control process, risk and value management Manage and track project changes, variations and/or notices Assess and value variations and compensation events Prepare and submit interim valuations and payment applications to clients, along with the agreement of final accounts Attend risk review, progress and commercial meetings on-site with the Client Be actively involved with tenders and pricing Assist Credit Control with cash recovery and forecasting Support the operational team in daily commercial and contractual aspects Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Degree qualification (RICS accredited or equivalent) is desirable but not essential Ideally you will have experience working in the Utilities industry Sound knowledge of contracts - NEC preferred Ability to prioritise workload, multi-task and work under tight time pressures Excellent communication skills High attention to detail Logical mind Job Benefits We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer . We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy. About Network Plus Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK's major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater. We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer. We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment - we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.
