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SEND Tribunal & Complaints Officer - North West Local Authority £400 per day 3-6 month initial contract 2 days per week onsite - Would consider fully remote We are seeking an experienced SEND Tribunal and Complaints Officer to join our Local Authority client in the North West. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in reducing the backlog of SEND complaints and tribunal cases, managing complex cases, and ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes. Essential Requirements: Significant experience in SEND Complaints and Tribunal cases within a Local Authority. Ability to work under pressure while managing a demanding caseload Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, including The Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2015 and SEND Regulations 2014 Duties include: Manage a varied caseload of SEND complaints and tribunal cases, ensuring statutory deadlines are met. Represent the council at mediation meetings and SEND Tribunal hearings Monitor case progress and contribute to reducing the backlog of SEND complaints and tribunal cases If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Richard on or for more information.

Job Title: Marketing Officer Location: Wimblington Salary: Competitive Job Type: Permanent, Part-time, 2 days per week About us: Knowles has a rich history, starting in 1932 with Gerald Knowles and a single distribution vehicle. Through strong and courageous leadership, Knowles has evolved into a premium provider of a wide range of logistical services across the UK. Today, we are trusted by some of the biggest and most well-known businesses in the country to offer a broad range of warehousing and distribution services. About the role: The Part-Time Marketing Executive is responsible for delivering high-quality marketing, branding, and communications that enhance Knowles Logistics' reputation and support business growth. Working closely with CEO & Commercial department, the role ensures a consistent brand presence across digital, print, and operational environments. This role is key to maintaining the company's strong market identity by producing engaging content, managing marketing campaigns, supporting customer communications, and delivering creative design solutions. This part-time role offers the opportunity to contribute to a well-established and respected brand while delivering creative marketing support that drives customer engagement and commercial success. Key Responsibilities: Brand Management Maintain and promote the Knowles Logistics brand across all marketing channels. Ensure brand consistency across digital platforms, printed materials, signage, fleet graphics, and internal communications. Manage brand assets, templates, and marketing resources. Marketing & Creative Design Create professional marketing materials using Canva and other design software. Design content for social media, recruitment campaigns, presentations, newsletters, and promotional materials. Coordinate with external suppliers for specialist design, print, and promotional items where required. Communications Produce engaging internal communications, newsletters, and company updates. Support external communications including customer announcements, press releases, and PR activity. Ensure all communications reflect the company's values and professional standards. Digital Marketing Plan and manage content across all relevant social media platforms. Update website content in collaboration with external providers. Monitor campaign performance and social media engagement using analytics. Commercial Support Develop marketing materials, presentations, case studies, and tender content to support business development. Assist with customer visits, site tours, exhibitions, and promotional events. Content Creation Coordinate photography and videography to showcase the company's people, fleet, facilities, and services. Produce engaging visual content for both internal and external use. Support multimedia content across digital platforms, including email campaigns and online publications. Planning & Reporting Maintain a marketing calendar covering campaigns, events, and communications. Monitor marketing activity and report on key performance indicators. Ensure marketing activities comply with company policies, legal requirements, and brand guidelines. About you: Skills and Experience: Essential Experience in a marketing, communications, or design role. Strong graphic design skills using Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience managing social media and digital marketing campaigns. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent attention to detail and a creative approach to problem-solving. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments. Desirable Experience within logistics, transport, supply chain, or other B2B industries. Photography, videography, and content editing experience. Knowledge of website content management, SEO, and digital analytics. Drone photography certification (or willingness to obtain). Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV for this role. Candidates with experience of; Marketing Assistant, Marketing Executive, Marketing Administrator, Marketing Associate, Marketing Officer, Social Media Executive, Marketing Analyst, Marketing may also be considered for this role.

Homelessness Prevention Officer - Hertfordshire 6-month contract £28 per hour (Umbrella) Inside IR35 A Hertfordshire local authority is seeking an experienced Homelessness Prevention Officer to join their Housing Options team on a 6-month interim basis. This is a key frontline role supporting residents at risk of homelessness, ensuring timely, legally compliant interventions in line with statutory duties. You will play a central role in delivering an effective homelessness prevention service, providing comprehensive housing advice across both the private and public sectors. Working within the framework of current homelessness legislation and statutory guidance, you will manage a varied caseload, undertake detailed investigations into homelessness applications, and make informed decisions where prevention or relief is not possible. A core part of the role will involve early identification of households at risk, proactively engaging with service users and partner agencies to prevent homelessness before crisis point is reached. You will collaborate closely with housing associations, support services, and internal council departments to develop sustainable housing solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced statutory housing environment and is confident applying housing legislation to real-world casework. You'll be joining a team committed to best practice, continuous improvement, and delivering meaningful outcomes for vulnerable residents. You'll also gain exposure to complex cases, strengthen your decision-making under the Homelessness Reduction Act framework, and contribute directly to improving homelessness prevention outcomes across the borough. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 2 working days of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Senior Mediations Officer role - East of England Local Authority £300 per day 3-6 month initial contract Fully Remote Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced Senior Mediations Officer to support our local authority client in the East of England who can take on an active caseload and contribute to helping families, professionals and the team to reach positive and timely outcomes in complex SEND cases. Essential Requirements: Proven experience managing complex SEND casework Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, including The Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2015 and SEND Regulations 2014 Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work closely with families and multi agency partners Duties include: Manage a caseload of complex and sensitive mediation cases, ensuring timely progression and positive outcomes Lead the delivery of mediation and dispute resolution services for children and young people with SEND Ensure accurate and detailed records are kept keeping inline with current legislation process If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Richard on or for more information.

This Fundraising Officer role is responsible for delivering excellent supporter care, managing donor and fundraising income, maintaining CRM records and supporting fundraising campaigns that help improve the lives of older people. The successful candidate will join a small, supportive team in a predominantly home-based role, with only two days per month required in the Woking office. Client Details A well-established national charity with over 120 years of experience supporting older people to live fulfilled lives. The organisation provides vital financial assistance, care services and community support, offering employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a values-driven and supportive environment. Description Process the charity's fundraised income in line with procedures and timescales - including donations received in response to appeals, Direct Debits, online donations and donations received through our homes and services. Liaise with external fundraising agencies as necessary. Ensure donations are acknowledged appropriately and in a timely fashion, in line with our team KPIs. Write and send thank you letters, cards, emails and make telephone calls, personalising this experience as appropriate. Deliver an excellent supporter experience by responding to incoming enquiries from existing and potential supporters (phone, mail, and email). Welcome new donors to ensure they feel valued and engaged. Ensure records on our supporter database (Access Charity CRM) are accurate and up to date at all times, maintain and record changes and developments as they are received. Use the database to create queries and reports and support the team with imports and global updates. Ensure all information is managed, stored and retained in line with current data protection regulations and our privacy policy. Work with IT to schedule software updates as required. Lead on donor appeals and updates (via post and email, with online elements). Make data selections, write and produce fundraising communications, manage distribution, process income and collate results. Lead on legacy administration by acting as the first point of contact, directing cases to the external legacy consultant or internally where needed. Keep records of received and expected legacies. Lead on legacy fundraising by devising and delivering internal and external legacy promotion. Provide an excellent level of supporter care to individuals and groups wishing to undertake fundraising events for the charity. Record and file Gift Aid declarations and ensure every opportunity is taken to maximise income from Gift Aid. Process and submit Gift Aid claims each quarter. Provide administrative support including handling the team's daily post and contributing to reports. Contribute to an up-to-date manual of procedures and processes. Maintain comprehensive, accurate and easily accessible records of all work. Carry out other tasks as required by the Fundraising Manager and Fundraising Team. Follow our Safeguarding Policy & Procedures. Report any suspected abuse immediately. Keep your work environment safe by adhering to Health & Safety policies, identifying hazards, complying with regulations, and maintaining best practices in risk assessment, equipment maintenance, and emergency preparedness. Respect the confidentiality of residents, clients, service users, your team, and the charity by storing all work related and confidential documents securely. Ensure data security, integrity, and availability for all work-related data. Attend regular supervision meetings with your line manager and participate in the annual appraisal scheme, continuously updating your knowledge and skills. Complete mandatory training and keep it up to date and participate in additional training and development activities relevant to your role. Adhere to recognised Codes of Practice relevant to your role and Friends of the Elderly policies and procedures. Demonstrate our Values in your daily interactions with colleagues, residents, clients, service users and anyone else you interact with. Lead by example, promoting values and aligning service delivery and performance with the charity's strategic objectives. Profile The successful candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented and confident working with data, with strong CRM and Excel skills and the ability to accurately manage donation processing, supporter records and fundraising administration. They will be an excellent communicator who enjoys building relationships with donors and colleagues, thrives in a small, collaborative team environment and is motivated by delivering a great supporter experience while contributing to fundraising campaigns and appeals. Job Offer Excellent work/life balance, with predominantly home-based working. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. 6% employer pension contribution. Opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and long-standing team, led by a manager who has been with the organisation for 13 years. A 9-5 role with flexibility, making it ideal for those seeking a sustainable work-life balance. The chance to lead on key fundraising activities, including individual giving, donor stewardship, the annual Winter Appeal and legacy administration. A role with a strong focus on CRM, data management and supporter engagement, rather than cold fundraising, pitching or challenge event fundraising. Training and development opportunities within a respected charity with over 120 years of history. The opportunity to make a tangible difference to older people while working in a close-knit team where every contribution is valued.

Tribunal and Complaints Officer (SEND) Liverpool £400 per day Ltd 35 hours per week Hybrid 2 days per week on site Interim Contract We are currently recruiting for an experienced Tribunal and Complaints Officer to join a Local Authority SEND service based in Liverpool. This interim opportunity has been created to provide additional capacity to reduce a backlog of SEND complaints and tribunal cases, supporting a key corporate priority. This role is ideal for a SEND professional with extensive experience managing complaints and tribunal processes within a Local Authority environment. You will be expected to hit the ground running, managing complex cases while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and supporting positive outcomes for children and young people. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of SEND complaints and tribunal cases. Prepare comprehensive tribunal documentation, witness statements, and case files. Draft responses to formal complaints in line with corporate and statutory procedures. Liaise with parents, carers, schools, legal representatives, and internal stakeholders. Ensure all cases are progressed within statutory timescales. Contribute to reducing the existing backlog of complaints and tribunals. Essential Requirements Proven experience managing SEND complaints and tribunal cases within a Local Authority. Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, the EHCP process, and SEND Tribunal procedures. Experience preparing tribunal bundles and supporting legal proceedings. Excellent communication, organisation, and case management skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. If you have the experience and expertise to make an immediate impact within a busy SEND service, we'd love to hear from you. To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.

MUST HAVE - minimum of 2-4 years continuous experience of conducting reviews under section 202 of the Housing Act 1996 Part VII or making offers of accommodation under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996. Experience of making offers of accommodation under Part VII of the said Act-be it Temporary Accommodation or Accommodation to bring to end either relief duty OR the duty under section 193 (2) of the said Act. Experience of managing Accommodation Placement Team/s. Key responsibilities: Conduct statutory s.202 homelessness reviews under the Housing Act 1996. Review decisions on duty owed, suitability, priority need, intentionality, and local connection. Apply the Homelessness Code of Guidance, Review Regulations, and relevant case law. Draft clear, legally defensible review decision letters within statutory timescales. Work with Housing Options & Support teams, Legal Services, and partner agencies. Monitor compliance and contribute to service improvements. Person specification: Minimum 3 years' experience in homelessness/housing services. Demonstrable experience conducting s.202 reviews. Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 1996, HRA 2017, and relevant case law. Experience working within a London local authority. Ability to conduct detailed and thorough investigations. Excellent letter and report writing skills. The ability to build affective collaborative working relationships across internal Services. Inquisitive mind and ability to think on their feet. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work to deadlines. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.

Risk and Compliance Officer negotiable Bromley (BR1) hybrid working A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking a Risk & Compliance Officer (or Junior Risk & Compliance Officer, depending on experience) to join its growing team in Bromley. Working closely with the Head of Risk & Compliance, you will play a key role in supporting the firm's regulatory and risk management framework, ensuring compliance with SRA requirements and best practice across the business. Key responsibilities include: Responding to compliance queries relating to AML, source of funds, GDPR and client onboarding. Conducting AML, source of funds and source of wealth file audits. Drafting, reviewing and maintaining risk and compliance policies and procedures. Supporting Lexcel, CQS and other regulatory accreditations and audits. Carrying out AML and conflict checks where required. Assisting with professional indemnity claims, complaints and related reporting. Maintaining key compliance registers, including claims, complaints, GDPR and conflicts. Delivering risk and compliance training for new joiners. Assisting with regulatory reporting, practising certificate renewals and firm-wide compliance projects. Monitoring regulatory developments and supporting the continuous improvement of compliance processes. The successful candidate will have: Previous risk and compliance experience within a law firm. A good understanding of SRA regulations, AML requirements and legal compliance. Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail. The confidence to communicate effectively with colleagues and senior stakeholders. Strong Microsoft Office skills and experience using case management or compliance systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected firm offering a varied role, genuine career development and the chance to contribute to a collaborative and well-established Risk & Compliance function. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Matthew Heard for a confidential discussion. LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our clients. LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.

Interim/Contract Immigration Solicitor Immediate Start Manchester, Birmingham or London On-site / Hybrid Interim Contract (initial 3 6 months, scope to extend) Full-time Salary negotiable Make immigration work for the people who care: Transforming Support provides person-centred supported living and outreach for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs across the UK. The people who deliver that care our support workers are the heart of everything we do, and a significant proportion of them join us from overseas. Getting their immigration right isn t a back-office task. It s what keeps our services staffed, our tenants supported, and our promise of quality of life intact. We need an experienced Immigration Solicitor on an interim basis, starting immediately, to take ownership of that responsibility while we plan for the long term. Why this role, and why now? We re a growing provider in a sector under intense regulatory scrutiny. Sponsor-licence compliance, Home Office audits and the fast-changing rules around the Health & Care Worker and Skilled Worker routes carry real consequences for our licence, our people and the vulnerable adults who rely on us. We want a safe pair of hands who can step in from day one, give us confidence we re getting it right, and leave us in a stronger position than they found us. What you'll own: Managing our sponsor licence and compliance duties end to end Sponsorship Management System (SMS), reporting duties, record-keeping and audit-readiness. Advising on Skilled Worker and Health & Care Worker visa applications, extensions, changes of circumstance and the impact of evolving Immigration Rules on our workforce. Running right-to-work checks and processes, and tightening our systems so they re robust and consistent across every region we operate in. Preparing for and responding to UKVI compliance visits, audits and any enforcement contact. Being the trusted adviser to HR, recruitment and senior leadership translating complex rules into clear, practical decisions. Identifying risk early and building durable processes, templates and guidance the team can rely on after your assignment ends. What you'll bring: Qualified Solicitor (or Chartered Legal Executive / experienced OISC Level 3 / IAA-accredited practitioner) with a strong business immigration background. Deep, current knowledge of sponsor licensing, the points-based system and the Health & Care Worker / Skilled Worker routes ideally with health and social care sector exposure. A track record of handling UKVI compliance and audits with calm authority. The ability to hit the ground running this is an interim role and we need impact in weeks, not months. Clear, human communication: you can give a nervous new starter and a board director the answer each of them needs. Sound judgement, discretion and a genuine care for the mission behind the paperwork. The practicalities: Start date: Immediate we are ready to move quickly for the right person. Type: Interim assignment, initial 3 6 months with potential to extend. Location: Based in Manchester, Birmingham or London, with regular office attendance expected. This is a collaborative, on-site role working closely with our HR and leadership teams. Why Transforming Support: You ll be doing immigration work with a point to it. Every visa secured and every compliance gap closed means a support worker stays in post and an adult with complex needs keeps the consistent, trusted care that helps them live more independently. We re person-centred about the people we support and we extend that same respect to the people who join our team. How to Apply: Send your CV and a short note on your relevant experience and earliest availability. We re reviewing applications on a rolling basis and interviewing quickly, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Transforming Support is committed to safeguarding and to building a diverse, inclusive team. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and relevant pre-employment checks. Other suitable skills and experience includes: Immigration Solicitor, Senior Immigration Solicitor, Business Immigration Solicitor, Immigration Caseworker, Immigration Consultant, Sponsor Licence Compliance Manager, Immigration Compliance Manager, Skilled Worker Visa Specialist, UKVI Compliance Officer, Immigration and Nationality Adviser.

Resolution and Tribunal Officer £380 per day Hybrid - 1 day per week in the office (flexible, with remote working options) We're looking for an experienced Resolution and Tribunal Officer to join a busy SEND service, supporting the effective management of appeals and disputes relating to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). This is a key role where you'll take ownership of tribunal cases, represent the organisation at hearings, and work closely with families, legal teams, and education professionals to achieve positive and timely outcomes. Key Responsibilities Manage SEND appeal cases through the First-tier Tribunal process , ensuring deadlines and compliance requirements are met Coordinate and facilitate mediations to resolve disputes wherever possible Represent the organisation at tribunal hearings, preparing high-quality casework and evidence Build strong working relationships with parents/carers, young people, legal representatives, and education settings Maintain accurate and detailed records across all cases Work collaboratively across teams to support effective and consistent decision-making About You Proven experience in SEND, EHCP processes, and tribunal work Strong understanding of SEND legislation and appeals processes Confident managing complex cases and representing at hearings Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Reference If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Beth quoting the reference number. Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared. You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

Employment, Criminal & Commercial Litigation Team Westminster City Council Working Style: Agile - minimum 1 day per week in the office The Opportunity We are seeking a talented litigation lawyer to join our Employment, Criminal & Commercial Litigation Team. We are open to candidates from either of the following backgrounds: Property Litigation Solicitors with experience handling commercial landlord and tenant disputes, development land matters, telecommunications disputes, possession proceedings, dilapidations, forfeiture, break notices and related contentious property work; or Commercial Litigation Solicitors with strong experience managing complex civil litigation matters, contractual disputes, injunctions, debt recovery, insolvency-related disputes and broader commercial litigation caseloads. This is an opportunity to work on high-profile, complex and politically sensitive matters, advising one of the UK's most prominent local authorities. You will manage your own caseload while helping to support junior colleagues and contributing to the strategic objectives of the Council. Key Responsibilities Manage a varied caseload of complex civil, commercial and/or property litigation matters with minimal supervision. Conduct litigation in the County Court, High Court and relevant Tribunals. Provide clear, pragmatic and timely legal advice to Council departments and senior stakeholders. Draft pleadings, witness statements, legal agreements, reports and advisory documents. Negotiate favourable outcomes on behalf of the Council. Attend meetings with officers, elected members, external organisations and government bodies. Prepare and advise on reports for Cabinet, Committees and Sub-Committees. Support and mentor junior team members. Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise clients on their impact. Maintain accurate case management records and ensure compliance with all procedural requirements. About You You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer with practising rights and at least 2 years' post-qualification experience. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.

Location: East Midlands (Hybrid Working 3-4 days on site) Contract: Initial 3 Months Rate: Negotiable Start Date: ASAP Key Responsibilities: Managing a designated housing patch Delivering tenancy management services across a portfolio of properties Conducting tenancy audits, estate inspections, and resident visits Managing Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) cases from investigation through to resolution Handling tenancy breaches and tenancy enforcement action where required Supporting tenancy sustainment and resident engagement initiatives Managing low-level rent arrears and working alongside income teams Liaising with internal departments, local authorities, support services, and external agencies Ensuring compliance with housing policies, procedures, and relevant housing legislation Maintaining accurate records and case management systems Requirements: Previous experience as a Housing Officer, Neighbourhood Officer, Tenancy Officer, or Housing Management Officer Strong background in tenancy management within social housing Experience managing ASB cases and tenancy-related casework Knowledge of housing legislation and tenancy enforcement processes Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage a diverse caseload independently Full UK Driving Licensce If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please send over your updated CV or get in touch at for a confidential discussion. If this role isn't suitable for you, referrals and recommendations are always appreciated.

SEN Case Officer Rate: £250 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35) Contract: Until end of September 2026 Working Pattern: Fully Remote Part-time & Full-time opportunities available Compliance: Enhanced DBS (Update Service) required We are currently supporting a local authority seeking experienced SEN Case Officers to support Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs) . This is a fully remote opportunity offering flexibility across both part-time and full-time working arrangements. Key Responsibilities: Manage and progress a caseload of Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs) in line with statutory requirements Coordinate multi-agency input across education, health, and social care Ensure all statutory timelines and processes are adhered to Assess, investigate, and resolve cases with accuracy and professionalism Liaise effectively with parents, schools, internal teams, and external stakeholders Produce high-quality, compliant documentation including EHCP-related reports and recommendations Maintain strong compliance with SEND legislation, policies, and procedures Key Requirements: Proven experience working as an SEN Case Officer within a local authority setting Strong experience managing EHC Needs Assessments Solid understanding of SEND legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014 Experience working to strict statutory deadlines and managing a busy caseload Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

I am currently working with a Local Authority in the South of England who are looking for at least 2 Principal Planning Officers on an initial 6 month interim basis. The Role Manage a varied caseload of planning applications, including householder, minor, small major and complex strategic developments. Assess planning applications against local and national planning policy. Deal with highly controversial, politically sensitive and complex planning applications. Support the Council on a range of major developments across the District. Assist with Development Consent Order (DCO) applications where appropriate. Contribute to the implementation of planning service improvements and best practice initiatives. Prepare clear and well-reasoned delegated and committee reports. Provide pre-application advice to applicants, agents and other stakeholders. Liaise with consultees and internal departments throughout the planning process. Attend Planning Committee meetings and present recommendations where required. Work collaboratively with colleagues across Planning and other Council services to deliver high-quality planning outcomes. About You Previous Development Management experience within a UK local authority. Significant experience dealing with both urban and rural development proposals. Ability to manage a varied and complex caseload with minimal supervision. Experience handling politically sensitive and contentious planning applications. Strong analytical, report writing and decision-making skills. Experience preparing committee reports and presenting recommendations. Experience working on Development Consent Order (DCO) applications is highly desirable, although candidates without DCO experience will also be considered. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. RTPI membership, or working towards membership, is desirable If this could be of interest please send across your CV to my email!

Development Management Team Leader (Planning) About the Role Pay rate: 300 per day Location: Civic Offices, DN1 3BU Hours: 9am to 5pm, 7.5 hours per day. We are seeking an experienced Planning Team Leader to manage a sub-team of Planning Officers within our client's Development Management service. You will support senior management in delivering planning objectives by leading on major and strategic applications, providing expert planning advice, and ensuring high-quality, consistent and legally robust decisions. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of Development Management Officers. Determine major and strategic planning applications under delegated authority. Provide pre-application advice on significant developments. Oversee planning enforcement decisions with senior colleagues. Ensure high-quality Planning Committee reports and support committee processes. Manage planning appeals, including Written Representations, Hearings and Public Inquiries. Monitor team performance and drive service improvements. Handle complaints and support Ombudsman investigations. Respond to planning policy consultations and represent the Council's interests. Undertake site visits, including strategic development opportunities. About You You will have: A degree in Planning (or equivalent) and RTPI membership (or working towards). Significant local authority planning experience, including major applications or policy work. Proven supervisory or team leadership experience. Strong knowledge of planning legislation and development management processes. Experience with appeals and/or public inquiries. A track record of improving service performance. What We're Looking For A confident and proactive planning professional who can lead a team, manage a complex caseload, and help drive continuous improvement in a busy Development Management service. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Case Responsible Officer (Substance Misuse) Job Location: Gloucester This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. Job Location: The Vibe Salary: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum Hours per Week: 37.00 Contract Type: Fixed Term & Permanent Closing Date: 19/07/2026 Job Requisition Number: 14507 This post is open to job share We are looking for passionate, motivated and resilient individuals to join our Youth Support Team as a Substance Misuse Case Responsible officer. 1 x Case Responsible Officer- 37 hours- 3 years Fixed Term 1 x Case Responsible Officer- 24 hours- permanent The Youth Support Team works with vulnerable, at-risk young people and those with complex needs, providing targeted support that helps them overcome barriers and achieve positive outcomes. The service brings together expertise from youth justice, education, housing, exploitation, substance misuse, SEND, missing children, sexual health and employment support to ensure young people receive the right help at the right time. This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people, supporting them to engage with education, training, employment and their communities whilst reducing risk and promoting long-term wellbeing. Reward and Support For all your hard work, you will receive the following: between £37,280 - £40,777 per annum subject to experience (pro rata for part-time staff) flexible and agile working opportunities 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service (pro rata for part-time staff) option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff) family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone an in-house Occupational Health service employee discount scheme links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network career development and qualification opportunities access to our Social Work Academy Cycle to Work scheme (eligibility criteria and t&cs apply) Green Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme (eligibility criteria and t&cs apply) Right child, right support, right time, every time In our recent inspection in June 2025, our Children's Services have been officially judged as ' Good' with 'Outstanding' elements. Ofsted also said 'Leaders have set out a clear vision for delivering success for children, by modelling values and creating a culture where the workforce, children and families feel valued and heard; risk is managed confidently with bottom lines clearly set out.' This marks an important step in our journey to improve outcomes for our children and young people, and we remain focused on our mission: to continue building on this success and ensure that every child and young person in our county has the opportunity to thrive. Gloucestershire offers a range of opportunities to develop your career, supported by a phenomenal Social Work Academy offer, a developing systemic practice methodology, an ambitious leadership team and an award-winning workforce. We are a local authority adopting, and training all colleagues in, systemic social work practice. If you would like to be part of an authority that takes a relational approach to working with families and focuses on what needs to change in the system around a child and family to enable children to thrive, then consider a role with GCC. About the role As a Case Responsible Officer, you will manage a caseload of young people, assessing needs and risks, developing intervention plans and delivering targeted support to help them achieve positive outcomes. Working alongside families, schools, partner agencies and communities, you will: Build positive and trusting relationships with young people and their families. Undertake assessments and develop tailored intervention plans. Deliver one-to-one and group-based interventions. Work collaboratively with partners to provide joined-up support. Review progress and adapt plans to meet changing needs. Maintain accurate records and reports. Participate in multi-disciplinary decision-making and duty systems. Promote safeguarding, inclusion and positive outcomes for young people. The role offers opportunities to develop specialist knowledge across a range of areas including youth justice, NEET support, exploitation, housing, SEND, substance misuse and missing children services. About the you We're looking for individuals who are committed to helping young people fulfil their potential. For the CRO role, you'll hold a relevant Level 4 qualification or equivalent professional qualification in areas such as Youth Work, Social Care, Education, Criminal Justice, Health or Advice and Guidance. For the Trainee CRO role, we welcome applicants with substantial experience of working with young people who are willing to undertake the required qualification within 18 months. A full UK driving licence is required, and the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. The Youth Support Team operates between 9am and 9pm, therefore flexibility to work outside standard office hours is required. If you have any questions please email How to apply For an informal chat about this role, please contact Louise Denman at We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable number of applications. Interviews are due to take place in person Wednesday 5th August and Thursday 9th August. If you would like to find out more about our Children's Service please take a look here: Children's Social Care Careers Careers hub We welcome applications from newly qualified and social workers in the early years of their career. Depending on your qualification date and previous experience, you will be invited to either join our accredited ASYE programme or to complete an alternative early career development in-house pathway. The appropriate option will be explored and confirmed as part of the interview and offer process. The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Team Manager to lead a new Tenancy Rights, Advice and Enforcement Team, delivering the council's responsibilities under the Renters' Rights Act. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a new service that will protect private renters, tackle unlawful eviction and harassment, and improve standards across the private rented sector. You will manage a small, dedicated team of four officers, providing strategic leadership across advice, casework and enforcement. The team will play a vital role in ensuring residents receive clear, timely and person-centred guidance on their rights, while also acting as a key homelessness prevention service. In this role, you will oversee complex investigations into breaches of tenancy law, ensuring enforcement is fair, consistent and evidence-led. You will work closely with Legal Services to prepare cases for prosecution or civil penalties, maintaining high evidential standards throughout. Alongside this, you will drive service improvement, develop operational policies, and embed best practice across the team. You will collaborate with colleagues across homelessness prevention, adult and children's services, health partners, and voluntary organisations to support vulnerable residents. We are looking for someone with strong knowledge of tenancy law, including unlawful eviction and harassment, alongside experience managing complex casework in a regulatory or statutory setting. You will bring confident leadership, excellent communication skills, and a proactive, resident-focused, trauma-informed approach. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 2 working days of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

The role requires an experienced SEND Officer with a minimum of three years' experience in a SEND officer role, with strong working knowledge of Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) and post-16/18 SEND processes. The postholder must be able to work independently, hit the ground running, and confidently manage a high caseload of approximately 200 cases while maintaining statutory compliance and service standards, including experience of attending, chairing annual reviews. They must have intermediate working knowledge of Capita/MRI, SharePoint and Microsoft Office, with the ability to use these systems effectively to manage records, workflows and communication. Availability to work five days per week is essential to provide the capacity required for this role. Responsible for managing an allocated caseload of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring compliance with the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice (2015). Coordinate the statutory Education, Health and Care (EHC) assessment, planning and review processes, including drafting, finalising and issuing EHC Plans and ensuring all statutory timescales are met. Work collaboratively with families, educational settings, health professionals, social care colleagues, post-16 providers and other agencies to secure appropriate provision and educational placements that meet individual needs. Promote and embed the voice of children and young people in all aspects of casework, ensuring their views are recorded and inform decision-making. Maintain accurate, timely and confidential records using the SEND Case Management System (Capita ONE), ensuring all casework activity, documentation and statutory processes are recorded in line with local authority procedures, data protection requirements and legal obligations. Ensure all verbal and written communications are professional, accurate and legally compliant. Prepare and present case summaries, recommendations and supporting information for SEND panels and decision-making forums, including consideration of financial implications and available options. Attend panels, annual reviews, transitional reviews and other meetings as required to support effective outcomes and Preparing for Adulthood planning. Monitor and review the progress of children and young people with EHC Plans, identifying where outcomes are not being achieved or where further intervention is required. Ensure arrangements are made in accordance with the SEND Code of Practice, including for vulnerable children, those not in education, and those in specialist circumstances. Support timely arrangements for phase transfers and transitions through effective planning and multi-agency working. Escalate safeguarding concerns promptly to management and contribute to safeguarding responsibilities by promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Ensure the highest standards of confidentiality, information governance and professional practice, contributing to efficient service delivery, statutory compliance and positive outcomes for children and young people with SEND. To apply for this role you must have: Be eligible to work within the UK We offer: An excellent referral scheme for each successfully placed referral Certified complimentary training 24 hour one on one specialist social work consultant based within your geographical area Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment - we offer twice weekly payroll too! For more information or details of other roles, please contact Simone at Social Care Locums or visit our website to upload your CV.

Interim SEND Appeals & Resolution Officer Southwest Local Authority - Remote Rate: Up to £400 per day A Southwest Local Authority is seeking an experienced SEND Appeals & Resolution Officer to join the team on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled SEND professional with direct Local Authority experience managing SEND Appeals and Resolutions to make an immediate impact.This role requires someone with extensive knowledge of SEND legislation, tribunal procedures and mediation processes, who can confidently manage complex appeal cases from initial instruction through to Tribunal. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation and presentation of the Local Authority's case for First-tier Tribunal hearings, ensuring all submissions are accurate, compliant and submitted within statutory timescales. Take ownership of a complex caseload of SEND appeals, coordinating evidence, drafting responses and managing statutory deadlines. Prepare for and manage formal mediation processes requested by parents and carers. Proactively resolve complex and contentious cases at the earliest opportunity, reducing escalation to mediation or Tribunal wherever possible. Work closely with internal stakeholders and legal representatives to ensure decisions are legally robust, defensible and aligned with Council policy. Investigate complaints and produce high-quality formal responses in accordance with corporate procedures. Interpret SEND legislation, case law and statutory guidance, providing expert advice to colleagues and partners. Provide professional challenge to internal services and partner agencies to support consistent, lawful decision-making. Maintain accurate records and monitoring systems for appeals, identifying trends and contributing to service reporting. Support continuous service improvement by identifying learning from appeals and complaints, helping to develop best practice across the service. About YouTo be considered, you must have: Direct experience working within a Local Authority SEND Appeals and Resolutions function. Significant experience managing SEND Tribunal appeals from initial case preparation through to hearing. Strong working knowledge of SEND legislation, Tribunal procedures, statutory guidance and mediation processes. Experience working within a legal, tribunal or equivalent statutory environment. The ability to exercise sound professional judgement on complex SEND cases on behalf of a Local Authority. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex legal documentation and communicate findings clearly. Experience managing highly sensitive and contentious cases involving multiple stakeholders. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and strict statutory deadlines. The confidence to challenge decisions appropriately and influence positive outcomes across multi-agency partners. High levels of resilience, professionalism and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Why Choose Ackerman Pierce? Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce.

Senior Environmental Protection Officer - West London (Hybrid) 45- 50 per Hour (DOE) Initial 3-Month Contract Park Avenue Recruitment are working with a West London Local Authority to recruit an experienced Senior Environmental Protection Officer for an initial 3-month contract . If you're looking for Environmental Protection Officer jobs , Senior Environmental Health Officer jobs , Environmental Health jobs , or Local Authority Environmental Health jobs , this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established Regulatory Services team. The Role As a Senior Environmental Protection Officer , you'll manage a varied caseload of complex environmental protection matters while providing technical expertise and supporting the wider Environmental Health team. Key Responsibilities Investigate statutory nuisance complaints, including noise, smoke and pollution Lead on complex Environmental Protection cases and enforcement action Prepare and serve statutory notices, reports and legal documentation Carry out inspections relating to environmental protection, air quality, contaminated land and private water supplies Represent the authority at court proceedings, appeals and formal hearings where required Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior officers Work closely with internal departments and external agencies, including the Environment Agency, UK Health Security Agency and the Health and Safety Executive Support policy development, service improvements and specialist Environmental Protection projects Essential Experience Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health Previous experience working as a Senior Environmental Protection Officer , Environmental Health Officer or similar within a Local Authority Strong knowledge of Environmental Protection legislation and enforcement Experience managing complex investigations and preparing legal case files Confident representing the authority in formal proceedings where required Excellent communication, report writing and case management skills What's on Offer Initial 3-month contract 45- 50 per hour depending on experience Hybrid working Immediate start available Opportunity to work within a busy and supportive Environmental Health team If you're interested in this Senior Environmental Protection Officer contract, or would like to hear about other Environmental Health opportunities across the South East, I'd love to hear from you. Call Shaye on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)