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Police Scotland are now recruiting for a Training Quality Assurance Officer to join the Quality Assurance team within Learning, Training and Development. In this role, you will assure quality of all training and educational products through the application of policies and processes which support the National Framework for Quality Assurance in Training click apply for full job details

Temporary HR Officer - 6 months Ashley Kate HR & Finance are excited to be supporting our client in the Nottingham area, who during a period of change, is seeking a temporary HR professional to join their team. As they embark on a new 2 year people strategy, this organisation are looking for an all round HR Generalist to support them for up to 3 months intially, potentially longer. For this reason we seek an experienced HR Officer/Generalist/Advisor, ideally with experience in some elements of Learning & development, who can hit the ground running, and support the wider team. The role - working within a team of 6, supporting a business with 280 employees, the HR Officer will be a strong relationship builder with an engaging communication style to lead in all HR internal communications. The post holder will be supporting the HR Director with ad hoc HR projects, as well as leading in all areas of L&D and training delivery, mostly training facilitation or coordination. They will support the wider function in employee relations, policy development, data analysis, recruitment and onboarding. This is a HYBRID role, offered on a Full or Part time basis. To be considered you will be a strong HR generalist, ideally CIPD qualified or working towards, and be available to start Immediately! About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Head of Income Generation and Communications We are seeking an experienced fundraising and communications leader to drive sustainable growth, develop new income streams and strengthen organisational impact. Position: Head of Income Generation and Communications Salary: £30,600 (£51,000 FTE) Location: Essex (Hybrid Working) Hours: Part Time, 22.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 17th July 2026 About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraising or communications professional who wants to make a genuine difference in a values-led organisation. Reporting to the Chief Delivery Officer and working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will lead fundraising, public sector contracting and communications activity. From securing new income streams and developing strategic partnerships to increasing organisational visibility, you will play a key role in ensuring future sustainability and growth. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will combine strategic leadership with practical delivery, supporting a small and flexible team to maximise impact. Key responsibilities include: Leading fundraising, contract tendering and communications functions Developing and growing income from grants, corporate partnerships, community fundraising and statutory contracts Building strategic partnerships that strengthen services and expand reach Overseeing communications and marketing activity to increase awareness and engagement Provide leadership and support to a high-performing team. Report on performance and ensure income generation remains sustainable. About You You will be an experienced leader with a strong understanding of fundraising and relationship management. You may already be working at Head of level or be ready to take the next step in your career. You will bring: Experience across a range of fundraising disciplines, particularly grants, corporate and community fundraising Strong relationship-building and influencing skills Experience developing partnerships and identifying new opportunities Financial awareness and confidence managing budgets and resources Previous experience leading and developing teams Strong communication skills with the ability to engage a range of stakeholders A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach Experience of public sector tendering, commissioning or contract management would be advantageous. About the Organisation This values-led organisation supports autistic people and individuals with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives and be part of inclusive communities. With a strong focus on innovation, partnership working and improving outcomes, the organisation is committed to building sustainable services that enable people to thrive and achieve their aspirations. Benefits include flexible working options, pension scheme, training and development opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme, Blue Light Card and free on-site parking. Although this role is advertised on a part-time basis, increased hours may be considered for the right candidate. Conversations about flexible working and hours are welcomed during the interview process. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Head of Fundraising, Head of Development, Head of Partnerships, Head of Income Generation, Fundraising Manager, Business Development Manager, Director of Fundraising, Head of Communications, Head of Marketing and Fundraising, Strategic Partnerships Manager. If you're passionate about creating sustainable growth and helping communities thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.

Location: Hybrid with a minimum of 8 office days per month in either our London or Leeds office. The post will require some UK travel for project work and events. Contract: Full time, permanent Salary: £27,000 - £32,000 per year (depending on experience) This is a brilliant time to join our Research and Impact team. We are at the start of a new strategy which has learning and development at its heart. We have embedded a strong monitoring, evaluation and learning culture within the organisation and have a highly evolved theory of change. We have a learning plan for the year ahead and a 5-year vision for where we want our learning culture to get to in the next strategy period. Our work is central to BookTrust's ambition to deepen our impact for children and families, and build our profile, public affairs and income generation work in support of our overall mission. We are looking for someone committed to and excited by the potential for research and insight to strengthen our impact, with a specific focus on our work with primary and secondary schools. The role will suit a mixed methods researcher with experience of fieldwork and analysing evidence from a range of sources to generate insights and help others apply these to inform decisions or drive change. It requires excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. The role requires someone who is happy to work collaboratively and flexibly in a changing environment, potentially changing focus and approaches in line with evolving organisational priorities. It requires high levels of organisation and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. This is an early career position, but we are looking for candidates with one or two years of relevant experience outside academia. How to apply: Please apply through our Career's portal with your CV and a covering letter showing how you meet the person specification and your motivations for applying for the role. Your covering letter should not be longer than two sides. Please also answer this question in your cover letter: BookTrust sees good evidence, and good use of evidence as key to delivering our strategy. In your application, please tell us: what are some of the principles of good use of evidence that BookTrust should incorporate into our work? Please also attach one or two examples of written outputs (reports, blogs etc) you have produced and also specify if you are applying to be based from our Leeds or London office. Closing date: 5pm Friday 3rd July Interviews: First stage interviews will take place on Microsoft Teams, week commencing 20th July. Shortlisted candidates will also be invited to a second-stage interview.

The starting salary for this role is £73,317 to £80,576 per annum depending on experience based on a 36 hour working week. We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Principal Highways and Planning Solicitor or Lawyer to provide senior-level leadership of our highways and planning legal team and expert legal advice on complex and high value highways and planning matters. Our work is interesting and varied and we work for informed and appreciative client teams. The Council adopts a hybrid working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes access to our offices in Reigate and Weybridge combined with remote or home working. As the manager of the team there is an expectation of office presence and bringing the team together in person. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The team sits alongside other teams in the County's Legal Services, supporting the work of the County as Highway Authority and Minerals and Waste Planning Authority. The team draft highways and planning agreements, providing advice on planning and highways enforcement and governance, DCO work, appeals, and related litigation. Our support of officers on enforcement directly benefits residents ensuring that obstruction, encroachment and planning breaches are addressed effectively. About the Role You will lead and manage a team of highways and planning lawyers and be the primary contact for a broad range of legal highways and planning issues to support the Council in the provision of its services. You will provide advice to support Council governance for Highways and Planning matters and provide legal support to Planning & Regulatory Committee. If you consider yourself to be an effective and dynamic individual, with experience of managing and supervising people and the ability to motivate others whilst working in a team, then you will likely be well suited to this role. The role will require experience in the relevant areas of law and the following skills and abilities: Experience of leading Highways and Planning legal work Strong stakeholder management skills Ability to provide strategic, commercially focused and risk-based advice at pace An understanding of local government powers and governance Flexibility to prioritise workloads and provide solutions focused advice Exemplary client care and organisational skills Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You are a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with substantial experience of the law and practice in this area (5 years+ PQE or demonstrable equivalent) and eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority Ability to lead and represent Legal Services and deputise for the Assistant Director Experience of managing a team Experience of working with clients at all levels and ability to give clear, accurate and solutions focused advice Ability to take on urgent, and sometimes unfamiliar, matters at short notice Ability to manage competing priorities to achieve client deadlines. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Amanda Scally via email at . This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. This advert closes at 23:59 on 28 June 2026 with interviews to follow. If you are looking for a role which is challenging and interesting with an opportunity to develop your existing skills and employment experience by working in local government, please click the apply button below to submit your application. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Admin Support Officer Pontypridd Hybrid Working Salary: 25,752 + OTE of 28,152 Yolk Recruitment is proud to be supporting a leading organisation in the compliance and accreditation sector with the recruitment of an Admin Support Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused administrator to join a supportive and growing team, providing technical and administrative support throughout the customer accreditation process. Full training will be provided, including support to gain industry-specific health and safety qualifications. The Role As an Admin Support Officer, you will play a key role in supporting customers through the accreditation process, ensuring documentation is reviewed accurately and efficiently while delivering an outstanding customer experience via telephone and email. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will conduct pre-audit assessments, identify missing information, and provide guidance to help customers meet accreditation requirements. Key Responsibilities Complete pre-audit checks on customer documentation to ensure minimum accreditation standards have been met before progressing to full audit. Review customer submissions and verify that all required information has been provided. Liaise with customers via telephone and email to gather missing information and provide updates. Offer clear feedback and guidance to support customers in meeting accreditation requirements. Assist customers with areas requiring improvement ahead of audit completion. Provide health and safety and compliance guidance (full training provided). Maintain accurate records and ensure processes are followed consistently and accurately. What We're Looking For The successful candidate will have strong administration and customer service experience, coupled with excellent attention to detail. You'll also demonstrate: Experience managing customer enquiries via telephone and email. Strong organisational skills and the ability to review documentation accurately. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to identify discrepancies and apply quality standards consistently. A proactive and customer-focused approach. The ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit team. Previous experience or an interest in compliance, auditing, health and safety, or accreditation services would be advantageous, but is not essential, as full training will be provided. What's on Offer Basic salary of 25,752. OTE of 28,152 Clear progression plan Hybrid working model Enhanced parental leave. Generous annual leave entitlement. Healthcare plan. Annual volunteering or giving day. Cycle to Work scheme. Competitive pension scheme with employer contributions. Life assurance cover. Employee discounts and cashback programme. Access to professional development and online learning resources. Full onboarding, training and support to gain industry-relevant qualifications. If you're an organised administrator with a passion for delivering excellent customer service and are looking to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Manager - Young Lives & Families Pay: £37,650 - £41,250 per annum Hours: Full-time. 35 hours a week Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Contract Period: Permanent Location: Action on Disability Centre for Independent Living, Mo Mowlam House, Clem Attlee Court, London SW6 7BF About Action on Disability Action on Disability (AoD), founded in 1979, is one of London s leading Disabled People s Organisations (DPOs). Guided by the Social Model of Disability, we work to remove barriers and promote equality, inclusion and choice for all Disabled people. AoD is a medium-sized charity with a Board of Trustees, 27 staff, and a strong pool of casual staff and volunteers. Many of whom have lived experience of disability. We are proud that 100% of our Board and 54% of our staff identify as Disabled. We deliver four key services: Young Lives & Families, Employment, Welfare Benefits, and Independent Living. Purpose of the Role The Manager for Young Lives & Families and Independent Living Advice & Support provides operational leadership and coordination across both departments. The postholder supervises project leads, ensures effective, person-centred service delivery, and maintains quality, compliance and accountability in line with AoD s values and the Social Model of Disability. Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, the Manager supports planning, performance monitoring, budgeting and partnership development to ensure services for Disabled children, young people, adults and families are delivered to a high standard and meet contractual outcomes. Main Responsibilities 1. Provide clear, supportive day-to-day leadership across both departments, ensuring that services meet organisational and contractual requirements. 2. Supervise and support the project leads for Youth, Supported Internships (H&F and K&C), Welfare Benefits Advice and Direct Payments Support. 3. Coordinate delivery to ensure that all activities are inclusive, accessible and informed by the Social Model of Disability. 4. Oversee compliance with statutory, contractual and safeguarding requirements, maintaining accurate monitoring and quality-assurance systems. 5. Manage departmental budgets within agreed limits and contribute to forecasting, reporting and value-for-money reviews. 6. Prepare and submit funding applications and tender bids, in conjunction with the Chief Operating Officer, ensuring proposals are evidence-based and aligned with AoD s strategic priorities. 7. Lead regular team meetings, supervision and appraisals; set clear objectives and support staff development. 8. Build and maintain effective partnerships with local authorities, schools, colleges, employers and community organisations to strengthen outcomes. 9. Support project leads with data collection, outcome reporting and evaluation (including use of Salesforce or other systems). 10. Promote co-production and participation by Disabled people in service design, delivery and review. 11. Contribute to planning and service improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance delivery and efficiency. 12. Represent AoD positively at external meetings, networks and events, promoting our vision, values and expertise. 13. Work collaboratively with other AoD departments to encourage cross-organisational learning and shared practice. General Responsibilities Work in line with AoD s aims, values and the Social Model of Disability. Follow AoD s policies on Equality, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Confidentiality and Data Protection. Actively contribute to team meetings, supervision and training. Promote AoD s services and values to partners, employers and the wider community. Be flexible and willing to carry out other tasks that support the smooth running of the service. Organisational responsibilities All staff share responsibility for upholding AoD s values and ensuring that our work reflects the principles of the Social Model of Disability. In this role you will: Work in line with AoD s aims, values and strategic priorities, promoting equality, inclusion and co-production in all aspects of your work. Follow AoD s policies and procedures, including those covering Equality, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Confidentiality. Promote and represent AoD positively to partners, employers, funders and members of the public. Contribute to organisational development, suggesting improvements and sharing ideas to strengthen our services. Participate fully in supervision, training, team and organisational meetings, and support colleagues to achieve shared goals. Maintain accurate records and monitoring data, contributing to reports for funders, commissioners and internal use. Work flexibly across projects and departments when needed, supporting colleagues and adapting to new priorities. Ensure safe and responsible working practices in all aspects of your role, including the wellbeing of yourself and others. Uphold AoD s commitment to being a DPO led by and for Disabled people. In return we offer 25 days annual leave (pro rata), rising to 30 days after 5 years service Life Assurance (1x salary if enrolled in the auto-enrolment pension) Company sick pay (2 weeks after 6 months service; 1 month after 12 months) 2 weeks Disability Leave pay Employee Assistance Programme Additional Information Some evening or weekend work may occasionally be required. An enhanced DBS check will be required. Travel across Greater London will be required; travel expenses reimbursed according to policy. Managers are expected to work on-site at AoD for at least four days per week (full-time equivalent). Closing Date: 24th July Interview Dates: 4-6th August N.B. We reserve the right to interview and close the deadline early should a suitable applicant apply Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position. We particularly welcome applications from Disabled people, as they are currently under-represented in leadership roles across the wider voluntary and community sector. As a Disabled People s Organisation, we believe lived experience brings valuable insight and leadership to this role. We will provide reasonable adjustments at all stages of recruitment and employment. No agencies please.

Are you ready to protect public health and shape a cleaner, healthier community? Join the award-winning The Borough Council as an Environmental Health Officer ! Location: Cheltenham GL50 Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Salary: £35,412 - £42,845 per annum Closing date: 02 Jul 2026 Come and work for an award-winning organisation! We are an ambitious and forward-thinking council. We are committed to making Cheltenham a better place to live and work, enabling communities and businesses to thrive whilst protecting what is good about our town. We aim to be an employer of choice where everyone is treated fairly and feels valued and respected. We aim to provide a stimulating and rewarding working environment that encourages our people to work together, provides opportunities for them to reach their full potential and achieve a healthy work/life balance. Working at The Borough Council means working as part of a committed, professional, and friendly team. Environmental Health Officer - The Role: Help shape a cleaner, healthier Cheltenham. We're looking for a motivated Environmental Health Officer to join our Environmental Protection team and protect public health across the borough. The post will be appointed at Technical Officer or Environmental Health Officer level, depending on your qualifications and experience. We welcome applications from graduates working towards registration and from experienced officers. You will help us improve an important service that supports the environment and the local economy. The work is varied and includes home working, visits and inspections. You will work well with others, communicate clearly, and take initiative. Environmental Health Officer - Key Responsibilities: - Manage air quality monitoring including sampling and overseeing continuous air quality analysers and passive diffusion tubes - Investigate and respond to complaints relating to statutory nuisance from construction sites, entertainment venues, commercial and domestic premises and other sources - Regulate private water supplies in accordance with the Water Industry Act and ensure compliance with drinking water standards - Examine plans for proposed buildings, developments and licensing applications and provide statutory responses - Lead on environmental protection functions for events and represent the team at safety advisory groups - Prepare prosecution files for legal proceedings and present evidence at committee hearings - Fulfil statutory duties under Public Health legislation Environmental Health Officer - You: - Degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Health or a related discipline, with professional registration with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health or another recognised professional institute - Demonstrable experience in a range of environmental health matters and the ability to apply professional judgement in varied and complex situations - Experience working within a local authority or other enforcing authority, including using statutory powers appropriately - Knowledge of key legislation, codes of practice and policies relevant to environmental health - Experience of frequent contact with members of the public, including handling challenging and sensitive situations Environmental Health Officer - Benefits: - An excellent pension scheme. You will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - A generous holiday entitlement of 26 days (pro rata) rising to 31 days (pro rata) after five years (excluding Bank Holidays) - A flexible and agile working environment. We aim to provide opportunities to work from home or elsewhere and offer flexibility in working hours - A comprehensive programme of learning and development - Two days (pro rata) paid time off for volunteering - Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes - Access to free counselling services - Upon successful completion of your probation period, you will then have access to our Healthcare Cashback Plan - A cycle to work scheme - Low-cost town centre parking - A commitment to employee wellbeing To submit your application for this exciting Environmental Health Officer opportunity, please click on 'Apply' now!

Director of Services Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid) Salary: £70,092 - £77,413 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time Permanent Closing Date: 10 July 2026 Are you looking for a rewarding career and to work within an epic team that will help you grow and thrive, then you have come to the right place. Working as a key member of Penumbra s Leadership Team you can start your day knowing what you do really does make a difference! The Director of Services is a member of the Leadership Team, sharing corporate responsibility for the strategic direction of the Organisation and the delivery of its vision and objectives. The post holder will have the opportunity to shape operational excellence, strengthen organisational impact and influence the future of mental health support across Scotland. As Director of Services you will report to the Chief Executive and will hold full accountability for operational performance for contract delivery and the service quality delivered to our supported people across our services in Scotland. The post-holder will play an integral role in shaping and delivering the services agenda across the whole organisation. As the most senior lead for the Services the post-holder will role model our behaviours, values. As a key member of the Leadership Team, the role will be focused on ensuring our strategic aims are delivered in practice, and in accordance with our values. You will support the development and management of our services nationwide and ensure we deliver high quality services that meet all relevant legislative requirements, standards, and promote recovery and wellbeing. The Director of Services will bring a clarity of vision to our services and will ensure the threads of rights and recovery for supported people are embedded in all. You will play a lead role in service design and will work to ensure all objectives and milestones are met. You will also be pro-active in outcome mapping and sharing learning and impact from all services so that future strategy and development is informed by pilot services and tests of change. You will also play a key role in working with our Partners which include people with lived experience, 3rd Sector Colleagues, Health and Social Care Partnerships, NHS, Primary Care and Scottish Government. As a mental health charity, we really value the wellbeing of our staff. That s why we want you to know that you ll be joining a friendly team, who will give you a supportive environment to help you thrive in your role, including all the training you need to feel confident and equipped. We can offer you a tonne of employee benefits, and we can promise you ll be inspired by some pretty amazing humans every single day. We will support you on your own career path; developing new skills, accessing formal and informal learning experiences and providing opportunities to put your continual progress into practice. Strategy and Planning Lead on the design and delivery of the Penumbra Services Strategic Plan, ensuring that it is aligned to the overall strategic direction of the organisation. Ensure effective monitoring and measurement across the Services agenda to drive performance improvements. Ensure the provision of timely, high-quality information to the Chief Executive Officer, Board Sub-Committees and the Board. Provide a high level bi-monthly summary report of all activity within area of responsibility to the Chief Executive Officer. Work closely with all key stakeholders to shape the development of a high performing services that build capacity, capability and culture to support the delivery of high-quality front-line services Organisational Culture Act as a role model for Penumbra values and support senior colleagues to do the same. Lead with embedding the diversity and inclusion agenda in your area of responsibility, ensuring that Penumbra complies with all of its statutory responsibilities and positively champions diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Build a positive culture of inclusivity, where staff are supported and encouraged to be themselves and become the best practitioners that they can be, delivering excellent care and support. Ensure that staff health and wellbeing is at the heart of all activity, decision making and that staff have access to comprehensive health and wellbeing support. Role model Penumbra behaviours and work with the People and Culture Leader to resolve any issues in relation to organisational culture within your area of responsibility. If you believe you have the vision, expertise and drive to excel in this role and really want to make a difference to the people we support, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please note that unfortunately we cannot offer visa sponsorship. We can only accept applications from applicants who currently have the legal right to work in the UK, or applicants who have already have an application in progress to obtain the legal right to work in the UK. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Penumbra, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Candidates must be suitably experienced and proficient in the drafting of social care and public health contracts, advice on the specific legal regimes affecting the procurement of such contracts and the conduct of social care and public health commissioning activity. Part of the role will be the covering of a heavy caseload of such matters in order to cover a period of long term absence and as such, applicants need to have the ability to start such work immediately and complete cases to challenging timescales Senior Commerial Lawyer To provide high quality and solution focused legal services to the City Council, schools and other clients in one of the following teams: Child Protection Commercial Law Property and Regeneration Adult Social Care and Litigation Planning and Regulatory Law To be a senior advisor and representative in an area of legal specialism including complex, high profile and sensitive matters. To be able to provide advice on other legal matters affecting local authorities. To manage and develop lawyers and other fee earners. To support the head of law and legal management team in the management of the service. Main Areas of Responsibility: To undertake a full caseload of complex and often sensitive legal matters within one or more specialisms of the team and dealing with complex and sensitive matters To provide proactive and solution focussed advice that supports the delivery of the council's priorities and policies To manage and develop lawyers and / or other team members within your team ensuring the delivery of high quality and cost-effective legal services To be able to advise on legal matters relevant to public and local government law including on executive and committee decision-making, information governance and public law challenges To advise members and formal member level bodies including Cabinet, Council, committees and overview and scrutiny in respect of the team's specialism and as required by the City Director and / or their Deputy Director To support the City Director of Law & Governance in their role as monitoring officer and in promoting the Nolan Principles in the council and escalating matters as appropriate To externally commission legal work for the Council where required, ensuring value for money and high-quality advice and representation is received To ensure the service, teams and the wider Council is aware of the current and future law and practice affecting the authority To participate in the delivery of projects and programmes in the Legal Service and / or corporately To support the Head of Law with the development of legal procedures and policies To support the Head of Law in the delivery of value for money and income generation in the work of the team To have responsibility to authorise payments from an agreed expenditure budget To deputise for the Head of Law in their absence or as requested To manage lawyers and team members ensuring their performance management and development The job holder will embed diversity and inclusion into the team and Council's working promoting non-discriminatory practices and challenging discriminatory practices at all times To ensure compliance with statutory duties and corporate policies and standards and ensure within team, raising non-compliance including but not limited to health and safety, information governance, financial and procurement regulations This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive, it is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing. To carry out other tasks as may reasonably be required Supervision and Management Responsibility: Ensuring activities are planned to include meaningful one to one conversations, quality annual appraisals and regular workforce planning and development Manages performance and behavioural issues effectively Budget and Financial Responsibility: Being fully accountable for managing the council's resources well and complying with statutory requirements. This includes managing time, avoiding unnecessary waste, reuse and recycle resources to reduce personal impact. Monitor financial performance and deliver within budget Monitor financial performance, deliver within budget and seek savings and efficiencies by exploring opportunities to draw funding where appropriate Set, monitor, and remain within budget whilst challenging the team to deliver increased efficiencies Explores different options for funding and income generation Social Value Responsibility: Drive for social value through all activities, ensuring wider social, economic and environmental benefits for the council, residents and communities Physical Demands of the Job: The post holder will be required to use a computer screen and sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time Corporate Responsibility: Contribute to the delivery of the Council Plan Delivering and promoting excellent customer service, externally and internally Commitment to customer excellence by dealing with customer feedback, including complaints, and learning from feedback in the drive for continuous improvement Making the council a great place to work, living the council's values, actively engaging in regular communications including team meetings, undertaking training as required and being responsible for managing own performance Develop the Council's commitment to equal opportunities and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken To ensure that all work functions are undertaken in accordance with health and safety legislation, codes of practice and the Council's safety plan Competency Framework: We operate a competency framework, a set of core behaviours which define how we are expected to approach our work, how we perform in certain situations and how we treat each other. Each competency details the standards of behaviours and skills required by all staff and this in turn supports delivery of our aim and our council plans linking them together with our values. The post holder will be required to demonstrate the ability to perform at the following competency level: Level 2. The competency framework can be found here. Person Specification Assessment methods used: I = Interview, P = Presentation, A = Application, E = Exercise, T = Test, AC = Assessment Centre Qualification and training Essential Qualified solicitor, barrister, FCILEX (in all cases authorised to practice in England & Wales) (A) Must be authorised to conduct litigation under the Legal Services Act 2007 (A) Expert knowledge and understanding of the law and procedure relating to the relevant area of specialism (A/I) Desirable An understanding of public law as it applies to local authorities, including decision making and governance Management training relevant to the seniority and nature of the role Experience Essential Experience of providing complex and specialist legal advice to a local authority or similar organisation (A/I) Experience of the supervision of staff (A/I) Experience of building and maintaining positive relationships with clients (internal and external) and delivering their needs (A/I) To provide legal advice in the team's specialism, including advising and representing the Council in internal and external forums (A/I) To provide risk based and solution focussed advice to clients (I) To work under pressure and with minimal supervision (A/I) To support the delivery and cost effectiveness of legal services through continuous improvement (I) To be able to manage and motivate team members (A/I) A skilled communicator to a range of audiences in writing and verbally (A/I) Desirable Experience of working on projects To work collaboratively at all levels and in a non-hierarchical way To have an understanding of working in a political environment To promote and advance diversity and inclusion and challenge inequality in the service and Council To support the work of the monitoring officer Commitment Essential Experience of working on projects (A/I) To work collaboratively at all levels and in a non-hierarchical way (I) To have an understanding of working in a political environment (I) To promote and advance diversity and inclusion and challenge inequality in the service and Council (A/I) To support the work of the monitoring officer (I) Must be qualified solicitor, barrister, FCILEX (in all cases authorised to practice in England and Wales) and authorised to conduct litigation under the Legal Services Act 2007. Must be experienced and proficient in the drafting of social care and public health contracts, advice on the specific legal regimes affecting the procurement of such contracts, and the conduct of social care and public health commissioning activity.

Ledger Officer Sales Ledger Location: Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester Salary : £26,707 £31,236 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, 35 hours per week The Royal Agricultural University is seeking a proactive and organised Ledger Officer to join our Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a varied role, building positive relationships with customers and colleagues, and contributing to the smooth running of a busy finance function. As Ledger Officer, you will play an important role in supporting the University's financial operations. Working closely with colleagues across the Finance Department, you will be responsible for managing commercial sales ledger activities, raising invoices, monitoring outstanding debt and ensuring customer queries are dealt with efficiently and professionally. You will help maintain accurate financial records, carry out account reconciliations and support effective credit control processes in line with University procedures. The role offers a broad range of responsibilities and requires someone who can balance attention to detail with excellent customer service. You will liaise with staff and external customers, supporting the prompt collection of income while maintaining positive working relationships. You will also contribute to month-end and year-end processes, provide support to student ledger activities when required and work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure continuity of service across the Finance team. We are looking for someone with recent experience in a busy finance or accounting environment, including sales ledger and credit control responsibilities. You will have strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, together with excellent communication and organisational skills. The ability to manage competing priorities, work accurately and contribute positively as part of a team is essential. Experience of Access Dimensions or a similar accounting system would be advantageous. The Royal Agricultural University offers a friendly and supportive working environment within a unique institution with a strong sense of community. If you are looking for a rewarding finance role within a welcoming and professional team, we would be delighted to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Raising of commercial sales ledger invoices as requested by RAU staff. Dealing with customer and staff queries relating to the commercial sales ledgers as required, ensuring the prompt collection of debts. Maintaining good customer relationships both internally and externally. Monitoring outstanding commercial debt and carrying out debt recovery procedures in accordance with the RAU debt collection policy from initial debt chasing to pursuing recovery through more formal means. Preparing month-end and year-end sales ledger reconciliations, reporting on the debt position and advising of any old debts which may need to be provided against. Maintaining the credit control notes on the finance system and keeping accurate records of debt collection. Raising of student ledger invoices and assisting with queries when required. Assisting Student Ledger Officer in recovering student ledger debt and providing cover as required. Downloading of commercial conference invoices from the KX system Requesting new customer accounts are set up on the finance system. Providing cover for the Cashier as required. 1 Providing administrative support for the Finance Ledger team when required and completing other tasks as are reasonably requested by the Finance Supervisor/Head of Department. General responsibilities: The University is committed to equality of opportunity. All staff are required to comply with current legislation, University policies and good practice guidance. All staff are required to act in a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults at all times. The post holder must be familiar with and adhere to appropriate safeguarding policies and guidance and participate in related mandatory/statutory training. Managers have a responsibility to ensure their team members understand their individual responsibilities with regard to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All staff are required to participate in the University appraisal process and should ensure they are familiar with the process and plan time to prepare for their appraisal. Following the appraisal, staff are expected to undertake in any necessary learning and development and work towards the objectives that have been set. The University expects staff to attend any training designated as mandatory and to undertake learning and development activities to support their role. Managers must facilitate learning and development within their teams. Closing date: 28 June 2026 Interviews on: 8 July 2026 The RAU is an equal opportunities employer and we particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within the RAU at this level To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for The Royal Agricultural University, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Reed Further Education are working on a role that you, or someone you know may be interested in. If you are looking for work, read on to find out how to join the UK's leading FE recruiter with additional benefits, offers and referral schemes. Reed Further Education are a leading recruitment agency working with colleges, prisons, universities, and training providers across the UK. We are always looking for talented/aspiring support staff to join our team and help us deliver high-quality education to learners. Duty Officer - Sports Centre Rotherham Full Time (37 hours per week, includes evenings & weekends) Permanent £25,456 per annum + excellent benefits About the Role Reed FE are supporting a leading education provider in their search for an enthusiastic and proactive Duty Officer to join a busy and vibrant Sports Centre. You'll take responsibility for day-to-day operations during your shifts, leading staff and ensuring everything runs seamlessly. Key Responsibilities Oversee the daily operation of the sports centre Deliver outstanding customer service to members, students and visitors Maintain the highest standards of health & safety , acting as Fire Marshal and First Aider when required Manage bookings, memberships, and facility usage Handle customer queries, feedback and complaints professionally Ensure facilities, equipment and presentation standards are maintained Take responsibility for opening/closing the building as key holder What We're Looking For Essential: Experience in a supervisory role within a sports, leisure or fitness environment Strong understanding of health & safety in a leisure setting Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification Ability to work flexibly, including early mornings, evenings and weekends Desirable: Level 3 qualification in Sport, Fitness or Leisure Management First Aid at Work qualification Experience delivering fitness classes or working in a sales-focused environment Reed Further Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment by completing mandatory training within 6 weeks of your first assignment and annually thereafter. Benefits of working for Reed Further Education/our client :• Exclusive representation to leading FE colleges, prisons, and training providers in the area• A specialist further education consultant who will search for jobs on your behalf• A Health Cash Plan and Reed Discount Club• Entitlement to Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay, Parental Leave and Antenatal/Pre-Adoption Appointment Payment• Access to Training and Development - Reed Assessment Centre - Reed Learning.• Great referral bonus' (up to £200 per successful referral!)• Access to roles throughout the UK and online/remote learning To apply for this role, please send us your updated CV by clicking 'Apply Now'. Your application should demonstrate your passion for educational support and your commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Not looking for a support role? We are also registering teachers, assessors and technicians through to other FE positions including HR, finance, facilities, administrators. We also have a specialist team of interim and senior management consultants with over 20 years' experience in the sector.

Generous Civil Service defined benefit pension About us We are the independent regulator of higher education in England. We aim to ensure that every student, whatever their background, has a fulfilling experience of higher education that enriches their lives and careers. We're proud of our people, our culture and the benefits we offer. We care about supporting and developing our staff. At the OfS we want to create a welcoming and engaging working environment which is free from discrimination. We're looking for skilled, committed people who care about students and their experience of higher education. Join us and you'll be part of an energetic, forward-looking organisation with high ambitions and big opportunities for our people. About the role We are seeking an Engagement Officer to support the Stakeholder Engagement Team and play an integral role in the smooth delivery of a range of the OfS's stakeholder engagement activities, including provider engagement, visits programme, political and sector engagement and events. You will have an opportunity to be involved in a range of areas, including delivering the OfS's programme of provider visits, including managing the briefings process from start to finish, lead on the OfS's public affairs activity, preparing senior leadership for meetings by producing useful briefings and lines to take. You will also own and maintain the OfS stakeholder mapping process, tracking engagement across the OfS. Sitting within the Strategy, Delivery and Communications (SDC) Directorate, the communications team drives the OfS's external and internal communications, including public affairs, media relations, digital publishing, stakeholder engagement, events and public information. Communications is essential for the organisation to drive progress towards our strategic goals. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong engagement and communications skills who wants to work at the heart of higher education regulation. Please note there will be regular travel to London as part of this role and some evening work to attend meetings, receptions and events. What you'll do As Engagement Officer, you will: Manage delivery and coordination of briefings for the OfS's programme of visits to universities and colleges (approximately 40 per cent of the role) Prepare external and internal briefings, speeches and talking points for a range of audiences, ranging from senior OfS staff to parliamentarians Manage the OfS's public affairs activity, including drafting supporting parliamentary correspondence, including letters and briefings to MPs, own relationship with APPGs, undertake networking and attend external meetings to support senior leaders and staff in representing the OfS Undertake proactive political and sector monitoring through management of the OfS's monitoring service and draft and manage timely internal updates Own and maintain the OfS stakeholder mapping process, ensuring it is up to date; track stakeholder engagement across the OfS to ensure the organisation maintains useful records of interactions with stakeholders Develop strategic stakeholder engagement activity and ideas across several workstreams and advising on strategic communications plans for launches and publications Work with Administrative Resource Unit colleagues to ensure timely and accurate responses from the OfS's public enquiries function What you'll need These are the skills and experience you'll already have: Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to use own initiative to pick up work proactively and work autonomously without close supervision Political awareness and an interest in public affairs Outstanding written communication skills, in particular the ability to present complex policy and technical information in a clear, accessible way tailored to specific audiences Good networking and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted, effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Experience of working in a team that has delivered high-quality and impactful public affairs and / or stakeholder engagement strategies Excellent writing skills Desirable experience Previous experience working in higher education Benefits Our Total Reward Framework offers a range of benefits to suit your way of life. These include: Comprehensive learning and development - we're invested in your future. Annual leave starting at 25 days per year, plus public holidays. Access to the highly regarded Civil Service defined benefit pension scheme. A variety of health-related benefits. Working for us The OfS regulates the higher education sector on behalf of all students. We value diversity and the wealth of perspectives, experience and ideas that it brings to our work, and we strive to embed equality of opportunity in everything we do. We recruit based on fair and open competition and welcome applications from candidates regardless of age, disability, race and ethnicity, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. Flexibility is important to the OfS, as we recognise that it can enable people to work more effectively. A set of organisation-wide principles shape our approach to flexible and hybrid working, which our teams then use as guidance on how they deliver their business goals. This would usually mean working from the office for two days in a typical week. To attract the widest possible field of qualified applicants, flexible working - for example job share and part-time working - apply to this role. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application stage, please contact us at and we will be happy to help. To apply, please visit our website using the button provided. Closing date for applications: Monday 6 July 2026, 12 Noon Interviews from: 13 July 2026 For information: the OfS does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence

HR Officer Job Description Scholars School System is a project of UK CURRICULUM & ACCREDITATION BODY (UKCAB, a registered charity founded in 2006) having campuses across the United Kingdom, is looking for a Human Resource Manager across all campuses which includes Birmingham, Manchester, London, Braford and Leicester based in the Birmingham campus. Scholars School System is a national independent higher education provider, offering world class education. Taught programmes, ranging from Foundation Year through to Level 7, delivered in partnership with institutions such as Leeds Trinity University. Over 5000 (UK and EU) learners have successfully completed their learning journey in the last five years with the current student population is over 3000 Purpose Scholars School System is seeking a dedicated HR Officer to support our campus operations and staff development in higher education. In this role, you will deliver comprehensive HR services, from recruitment and onboarding to personnel record maintenance and health and safety compliance. Your primary duties will involve collaborating with Senior Management, faculty, and staff to ensure smooth HR operations, statutory compliance, and alignment with best practices. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in preparing the campus for inspections, supporting policy updates, and contributing to a positive, efficient workplace environment that meets the strategic goals of Scholars School System. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Providing full HR generalist support in a similar higher education setting on all administerial, operational, and strategic HR activities, all in compliance with statutory obligations and best practice. Assist in posting job openings, screening resumes, coordinating interviews, and supporting new employee onboarding and orientation programs. Maintain and update employee files and HR databases, ensure confidentiality of personnel records, and process employment forms and documentation. Assist with payroll data entry, help employees understand and enrol in benefits programs, and track attendance, leave, and timekeeping records. Learn and apply company HR policies, support compliance with labour laws and regulations, and help prepare HR reports and audits. Serve as a point of contact for general HR inquiries, assist in resolving basic employee concerns, and support employee engagement and recognition initiatives. Help coordinate training sessions, track employee training completion and certifications, and assist in developing onboarding materials. Schedule HR meetings and events, prepare letters and HR correspondence, and support HR projects and process improvement initiatives. Shadow senior HR staff to build expertise, stay updated on HR best practices and employment laws, and actively contribute in team meetings. Role requirements A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as human resources, business administration, education, or a related discipline. A master's degree is desirable. Minimum 2 years of experience in human resource, preferably within higher education sector Strong understanding of HR functions and best practices within a higher education setting, familiarity with educational oversight and QAA inspections. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with faculty, staff, senior management, and external stakeholders. The ability to adapt communication styles to different audiences and clearly convey information is essential. Highly organised and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple responsibilities, maintaining accurate records, and meeting deadlines. Strong time management and prioritisation abilities are crucial. Ability to work collaboratively across departments, including academic and administrative teams, to ensure seamless HR processes and campus readiness for inspections. Contributes positively to the work environment. Flexibility to respond to evolving educational trends, sector regulations, and institutional needs, with a proactive approach to managing challenges and implementing improvements. Benefits: Salary: £27,000 - £30,000. Holiday entitlement is 28 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays. Up to £5k annual incentives pro-rata given quarterly on meeting KPIs after successful probationary period. Workplace pension scheme. Reward and recognition programme. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 5% annual increase per year on completion from your start date of service and on meeting KPIs. Complimentary lunch provided on working days. A supportive academic environment committed to quality and continuous improvement Opportunities for professional development aligned with academic support practice Job Type Basic hours are 9 am to 6 pm on site This role may involve travel to other campuses, with all travel costs reimbursed. The job description may be altered at any time in the future, in line with the level of the post, to meet changing institutional requirements and the growing dynamic environment of higher education. Any changes will be made in full consultation with the post holder.

About Us Are you ready to change the world? Harris Science Academy East London is an Outstanding, small school with big ambitions. We are in the top 3% of schools nationally for year on year improvement and in the top 20 most improved schools in London. Join us on our mission to help our children become leaders in their chosen field with many leading in science and to become one of the top schools in the UK. This is no ordinary school. Situated in an eclectic array of buildings next to the renowned Three Mills Studios (location of BBC's Masterchef) amongst the iconic East London canal network, this is a unique setting to provide a life changing education for the children of East London. We believe we will succeed in this mission through a relentless focus on the basic functions of a high performing school: Unified leadership and alignment behind a powerful mission. Exemplary student behaviour. A well-taught, unapologetically academic education for all children. Regular opportunities for character development. Every member of our school community is a leader. We believe that leadership does not have to be macho or at the expense of others. Our values of GRACE help us to achieve success in a collegiate and sustainable way: Growth - the belief that we can always improve and that feedback from others is essential for our development. Responsibility - we own our decisions and recognise when we need to put things right or make a change. Ambition - the belief that access to the top grades, the best universities and elite careers are available for our children. Compassion - we are kind to others and grateful for what we have. Excellence - we prioritise doing the basics well day after day, so we build habits that lead to success. The school joined the Harris Federation in September 2022. The Harris Federation is the most successful large multi-academy trust in the UK and the only large trust where disadvantaged students secured a positive progress score in 2022. We are hugely proud of the work we do to support the most vulnerable children in the UK. The Federation has made a significant financial investment in the Academy, with upgrades to Sixth Form provision, buildings and IT. The Federation subject consultants provide industry leading support to middle leaders to deliver the best education possible for all children across the Federation. If you are aligned, driven and committed to doing what works, this is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation undergoing rapid transformation. Summary Do you have administration experience within a school environment? Support Harris Science Academy East London in the smooth running of our administration office and wider academy. We are looking for a Admin Officer to work within our Admin Office, undertaking reception and other administrative duties. This is a full-time, year-round role. Main Areas of Responsibility In this key role, you will: Undertake reception duties, answering general telephone and face to face enquiries and signing in visitors, dealing with parental and visitor enquiries and supporting student enquiries Assist with pupil first aid/welfare duties Assist in arrangements for school trips, events etc. Provide general clerical/admin support Maintain manual and computerised records/management information systems Produce lists/information/data as required Undertake typing, word processing and other IT based tasks Take notes at meetings Sort and distribute mail Undertake administrative procedures Maintain and collate pupil reports Undertake routing administration of school lettings and other uses of school premises Provide timely and effective operation of secretarial and administrative support to the line manager Assist the Academy by maintaining good relationships with staff, parents, governors, contractors, representatives and external agencies in order to promote the objectives of the School Clerk the governing body meetings, preparing agendas, papers and minutes and keeping records as required Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Experience of delivering a high-quality service Experience of a range of general administrative duties Good ICT skills and experience, including Word, Excel, and management information systems Experience working with children of relevant age (11-19) A good standard of general education, including literacy and numeracy skills For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.

Regional Data Forensic Manager Location: Bristol Salary : PO 3-6 £43,668 - £47,046 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37 hiours per week) Are you a dynamic leader with a strong technical background, ready to make a real impact? The South West Digital Forensics collaboration, covering Avon & Somerset, Devon & Cornwall, Dorset, and Wiltshire, is expanding, and we're looking for an exceptional leader like you to guide and inspire our talented teams. As part of our continued growth and investment, this is your chance to step into a challenging and rewarding role where your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and security of our communities. Why Join Us? In this role, you ll lead a dedicated team of specialists, providing critical digital evidence that helps victims at their most vulnerable. Your work will be at the heart of criminal investigations, making a real difference to justice outcomes. With a focus on development and innovation, we offer a chance to grow your skills while shaping the future of digital forensics. Whether you're looking to take your leadership skills to the next level or want to broaden your technical knowledge in a fast-paced, ever-evolving field, this role has it all. What You'll Do: Manage the day-to-day operations of the Data Forensics team, ensuring the team works efficiently and effectively to meet objectives. Provide expert guidance to investigators on securing digital evidence, from computers to mobile devices, across a range of criminal investigations. Advise senior officers and partners on handling, analysing, and safeguarding digital evidence, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and best practices. Oversee the maintenance of policies and procedures, ensuring our work remains exemplary and protects both the investigation and the integrity of the evidence. What We're Looking For: Proven leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and support a high-performing team. Strong technical experience, with a passion for the role technology plays in criminal investigations. A commitment to professional growth and continuous learning, including a desire to gain new skills. The ability to make decisions and manage risk while maintaining the highest standards of evidential practice. Perks & Benefits: Access to on-site gym and sports facilities to support your health and wellbeing. Generous holiday entitlement and flexible working hours. A comprehensive tailored learning and development program. Ongoing professional support through a buddy system and specialist wellbeing resources. A supportive work environment committed to the Code of Ethics and high professional standards. Additional Information: Competitive salary: £43,668 - £47,046, with an annual market supplement payment of £4,000 (subject to review). This is a hybrid role, the location of the office is Kenneth Steele House, Bristol To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a five-year checkable history in the UK ideally this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last five years. Shortlisting begins week commencing 3rd August 2026, and interviews will take place the week commencing 10th August 2026 To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for South West Forensics, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Job Title: Academic and Vocational Support Worker Location: Birmingham Salary: £23,972 - £24,337 per annum (pro rata of £26,707 - £27,319) - SS2 Job type: Permanent, Full Time (40 weeks - Term Time) UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating. The Role: University College Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Academic and Vocational Support Worker to join our team at our outstanding Chelmsley Wood training facility. This is an exciting opportunity to support learners within a dynamic hospitality and culinary education environment, helping students develop the skills, confidence and industry knowledge required for successful careers in hospitality. Working closely with the Chef Lecturer, Front of House Manager, and wider curriculum team, you will provide learning and pastoral support to both 16-19-year-old learners and adult students, including those with additional learning needs, within our professional training kitchen, restaurant and classroom environments. Based within our state-of-the-art hospitality training centre, you will play a vital role in creating an inclusive and supportive learning experience, enabling students to engage fully with practical and theoretical learning while developing the personal and professional skills required by the industry. UCB is committed to providing professional development opportunities So, if you are looking to contribute to the next generation of hospitality professionals, this is the perfect role for you. Benefits: Generous allocation of annual leave 29 days' paid leave per year 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme Employer Contributions - 20.9% Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham Hybrid working opportunities Free on-site gym membership Extra Information: All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education Closing Date - 5th July 2026 Interview Date - 15th July 2026 The University is an equal opportunities employer. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Academic Support Worker, Vocational Instructor, Teaching Assistant (TA), Pastoral Support Officer, Student Support Mentor, Education Support, FE Support Staff, Classroom Assistant, Hospitality Education, SEN Support, Student Wellbeing Practitioner, Further Education Support, Vocational Training Assistant, Learning Mentor will also be considered for this role.

About Us HPACR is an inclusive academy and we want every one of our children, from Nursery to Year 6, to have a truly happy experience at school. We strive to ensure that every pupil feels valued and safe. The children's achievements are celebrated every day in their lessons and we are proud that they are kind, caring, self-assured and eager to learn. We believe that through expert teaching and support all children can achieve to a high standard. Ultimately, our aim is to make sure that our pupils leave us feeling that they have succeeded both academically and in the extracurricular aspects of school life. We want our pupils to be thoroughly prepared for the opportunities that secondary school will offer them. HPACR is very much a community school. We know that a close partnership with parents is vital if children are to learn and grow as individuals. We therefore do all we can to keep parents informed and involved in all aspects of school life. If you would like to find out more about our school please do come and visit us and talk to as many children and staff as you can. We are very much looking forward to meeting you. Summary Do you have administration experience within a school environment? Support Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace in the smooth running of our administration office and wider academy. We are looking for a Admin Officer to work within our Admin Office, undertaking reception and other administrative duties, working on a fixed-term contract from September 2026 to August 2027. The actual salary for this role will be £9,624.12 - £9,761.33 (15 hours per week, 38 weeks per year). Main Areas of Responsibility In this key role, you will: Undertake reception duties, answering general telephone and face to face enquiries and signing in visitors, dealing with parental and visitor enquiries and supporting student enquiries Assist with pupil first aid/welfare duties Assist in arrangements for school trips, events etc. Provide general clerical/admin support Maintain manual and computerised records/management information systems Produce lists/information/data as required Undertake typing, word processing and other IT based tasks Take notes at meetings Sort and distribute mail Undertake administrative procedures Maintain and collate pupil reports Undertake routing administration of school lettings and other uses of school premises Provide timely and effective operation of secretarial and administrative support to the line manager Assist the Academy by maintaining good relationships with staff, parents, governors, contractors, representatives and external agencies in order to promote the objectives of the School Clerk the governing body meetings, preparing agendas, papers and minutes and keeping records as required Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Experience of delivering a high-quality service Experience of a range of general administrative duties Good ICT skills and experience, including Word, Excel, and management information systems Experience working with children of relevant age (11-19) A good standard of general education, including literacy and numeracy skills For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Rewards & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.

Work location: Hammersmith & Fulham Civic Campus, 1 Unity Square, Hammersmith, London W6 9JU Hours per week: 36 Vetting requirements: Basic DBS Check About the role At Hammersmith & Fulham, we are ambitious in reforming the council to ensure this is a place for everybody. Within the Housing & Neighbourhoods department, we aim to be efficient in everything that we do. We are committed to improving housing standards and ensuring residents have access to safe, secure and high-quality homes. Our offer as an employer includes a supportive, inclusive working environment with opportunities for development and progression. This is an exciting time to be joining us as we reshape the regulation of our private rented sector. With over 30,000 private rented homes in the borough and rising expectations following major legislative reform, the Private Sector Housing Service is undergoing a major transformation to become more proactive, tenant-focused and intelligence-driven, supported by expanded staffing and service redesign. As part of an expanded, dynamic and high-performing team, we are seeking an officer experienced in private rented sector regulation to provide expert advice and support, lead complex casework and enforcement, and contribute towards the effective implementation of a new service structure. Role duties will include providing technical leadership, mentoring and quality assurance, while contributing to policy, systems and service improvements. Our mission is to be the best council. To do this we need the best people to help build our vision. If you're looking to develop your career in a fast-paced, professional environment whilst making a difference, then we look forward to hearing from you. Please see the Role Profile for more information. Our People Values: How we act defines who we are. At the heart of our organisation is a common approach to defining 'who we are'. We are looking for people who can build this into everything they do. We are fair We treat everyone with compassion, dignity and fairness. We value the views and opinion of others and promote benefits and opportunities for all. We are caring We care about our borough and doing things well. We focus on standards and continuous improvement; learning from our mistakes and celebrating success. We are collaborators We work together for a better society. We work with our residents, businesses, schools, third sector and others for better outcomes for everyone. We are driven We will only settle for the very best. We seek to continually improve and put our residents, customers and businesses at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to you: At H&F you will have access to a comprehensive total reward package as well as joining a flexible working employer and as such all staff can request flexible working click HERE to find out more. We believe an inclusive workplace is about the visibility and representation of our local diverse community - it is about open and transparent decision making co-produced with staff and residents. It is about respect for diversity and a shared identity that seeks to encourage fair and transparent recruitment, retention, and career progression. We take a proactive approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion so that it is part of the fabric of the Council with a shared understanding of the role all colleagues play in realising the inclusivity of the workplace. At H&F, our workplace ensures that everybody has equitable access to opportunities. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equitable access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. To explore more about the work we do towards being an inclusive employer and our commitments to achieve this please click HERE . Closing date: 29 June 2026 Interview date: 20 July 2026 Contact details for Informal discussion: Gary Vickers, PRS Manager Response via email on To find out more and apply, please visit our website using the button provided. Asking for Adjustments We are committed to removing barriers in the workplace and this includes adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss any adjustments or request the application form in a different format, please contact us at or by post to The Town Hall, King Street, Hammersmith W6 9JU. Hammersmith & Fulham Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Corporate Equalities Employment Policy: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.