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Principal Planning Officer / Senior Compliance Officer (Planning) Location: Hybrid Working (3 days office, 2 days remote) Contract: Initial 3-4 month contract with potential extension Hours: 36-37.5 hours per week Rate: 45.87 - 55.00 per hour (Umbrella) About the Role We are looking for an experienced Planning professional to support a busy Development Management and Planning Enforcement service. This role combines responsibility for managing major planning applications with investigating complex breaches of planning control, ensuring development is delivered in accordance with planning permissions and relevant legislation. You will work closely with developers, applicants, legal teams, elected members, residents, statutory consultees and senior officers, providing expert planning advice and representing the Council at committees, hearings, appeals and public inquiries. Key Responsibilities Manage a varied caseload of major and strategic planning applications from pre-application stage through to determination. Provide professional planning advice to developers, applicants, agents, councillors and other stakeholders. Conduct site visits, planning assessments, research and consultations to support decision-making. Lead negotiations on complex development proposals, including planning obligations and Section 106 agreements. Prepare and present reports, recommendations and planning applications for committee consideration. Investigate alleged breaches of planning control and assess compliance with approved plans and planning conditions. Undertake site inspections, gather evidence, review planning histories and conduct interviews where necessary. Negotiate with landowners, developers and agents to achieve compliance and resolve planning issues. Prepare enforcement notices, statements, evidence packs and associated legal documentation. Liaise with Legal Services and other departments regarding enforcement action, appeals and prosecutions. Represent the Council at Planning Committees, Public Inquiries, Informal Hearings, Court Hearings and Planning Appeals. Provide technical advice and guidance to colleagues on complex planning and enforcement matters. Support service improvement initiatives, performance monitoring and customer service delivery. Assist with member training, officer development and collaborative working across Planning Services. Maintain accurate records and ensure work is delivered within statutory deadlines and performance targets. Essential Requirements Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography or a related discipline. Significant experience within Development Management and/or Planning Enforcement. Proven experience dealing with complex planning applications, appeals and enforcement cases. Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy and guidance, including Development Management and Enforcement processes. Experience preparing committee reports and presenting recommendations to elected members. Ability to interpret technical drawings, planning documents and development proposals. Excellent report writing, communication and negotiation skills. Experience working with stakeholders including developers, agents, legal teams and local communities. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities. Knowledge of relevant legislation including planning enforcement procedures, PACE and RIPA. Proficiency in planning software and ICT systems. Full UK Driving Licence and ability to undertake site visits. Desirable Requirements Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). Postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or related discipline. Experience supervising, mentoring or supporting planning officers. Experience acting as an expert witness at hearings, appeals or inquiries. Knowledge of Section 106 Agreements and Planning Performance Agreements. Experience within a Local Authority Planning Service. What We're Looking For The successful candidate will be a confident planning professional with experience across development management and planning enforcement. You will be capable of handling complex cases, building effective relationships with stakeholders and delivering high-quality planning outcomes within a local government environment.

Job Title: Accountant Location: Ulverston We are recruiting an experienced Accountant for a hands-on financial control role at a pivotal stage of the company's development. What You Will Do? Own day-to-day financial control across group entities, managing bank, ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany transactions, accruals, and prepayments. Drive a robust monthly close process, producing clear management accounts and commentary at department, entity, and consolidated group level. Prepare consolidated cash flow forecasts and support active cash management to optimize interest earned across the group entities. Support statutory audit preparation and act as a key point of contact for the auditors during their fieldwork activities. Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring additions, disposals, and depreciation are accurately captured and reconciled. Strengthen and document internal controls, including month-end checklists, sign-off routines, and segregation of duties across finance processes. Prepare monthly management accounts for the leadership team, including KPI reporting and detailed variance analysis versus budget and prior actuals. Perform detailed review of transactions at department and general ledger levels to identify and explain material variances and trends. Support UK and international VAT returns, payroll filings, corporation tax workings, and statutory reporting at both entity and group levels. Contribute to year-end consolidation, accounts preparation, and disclosures, including intercompany arrangements, transfer pricing, related party transactions, goodwill, and intangibles. Partner with non-finance teams as a trusted commercial insight source, helping operational leaders understand financial data and make informed decisions. Support international expansion efforts by providing financial insights on international compliance, multi-currency operations, revenue recognition, and scaling the financial function globally. Your Skills Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ICAS, CIMA) or equivalent, with meaningful post-qualification experience in financial control and reporting. Audit experience advantageous, whether practice-trained, industry-side exposure to statutory audits, or strong technical accounting background aligned with clean audit requirements. Strong balance sheet control capabilities and proven month-end close experience within multi-entity or growing business environments. Confident technical accounting skills under UK GAAP (FRS 102), including familiarity with related disclosure and compliance requirements. Excellent attention to detail combined with a calm, organized approach to deadlines and competing priorities in a finance function. Strong Excel skills and a structured approach to working with financial systems, data sets, and reconciliation processes. Confident communicator able to collaborate with senior stakeholders and external auditors, presenting financial information clearly and accurately. Desirable industry experience in SaaS, ecommerce, subscription, or other high-growth scale-up environments with recurring revenue models. Exposure to first-audit, post-acquisition, or post-investment environments, including implementation of new controls and reporting disciplines. Experience with multi-entity consolidated reporting, plus familiarity with multi-currency and international operations in a group structure. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

CMA Recruitment Group is partnering with an established, specialist consultancy near Southampton, Hampshire to appoint a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. If you are looking to settle into a role for the long term somewhere your work genuinely matters, the pace is considered rather than frantic, and you become the trusted finance lead the business relies on this is well worth a look. It is a stable, close-knit organisation operating in a niche, internationally focused sector, where a steady pair of hands is valued far more than constant firefighting. As the number one in finance day to day, you will own the full finance function, supported by a fractional CFO and managing one direct report. With a UK parent and an overseas subsidiary, there is real scope to shape reporting, strengthen controls and play a hands-on part in the group s international growth. What will the Finance Manager role involve? Owning day-to-day finance as the senior finance person on site, supported by a fractional CFO Preparing monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets and cash flow reporting Managing the month-end and year-end close, general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations Overseeing project and contract finance profitability, margins and cost control across consultancy, training and response work Handling multi-currency transactions and supporting the finance of international contracts across the UK and overseas entities Maintaining strong financial controls and coordinating the annual audit and statutory reporting Managing and developing one direct report Suitable Candidate for the Finance Manager vacancy: Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, AAT or equivalent) At least five years experience in a finance management role, comfortable being the most senior finance person day to day Strong all-round skills across management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial controls Solid grounding in UK and international accounting standards (FRS 102 and IFRS) and corporate tax Experience of multi-currency, international operations or project/consultancy accounting would be an advantage Additional benefits and information for the role of Finance Manager: Discretionary Bonus 25 Days annual leave Broad, autonomous remit as the number one in finance, with fractional CFO support A genuinely interesting, internationally focused business with purpose-driven work Private medical CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.

Contracts Solicitor Oxfordshire PAYE: £48.00 per hour Remote occasional onsite attendance Ongoing contract About the Role Deliver high quality legal advice and services to Directorates and Corporate Services including, where appropriate, drafting and reviewing contractual documents (including construction contracts) and legal agreements, to ensure that policy is formulated, and operational decisions are taken on a sound legal basis. Areas of advice to include, but are not limited to: General contractual issues (such as early termination, interpretation of clauses) Specific Council issues (such as the application of the Council s Contract Procedure Rules) Procurement law Tendering process and documentation (both pre-process and process problem-solving) Grant Funding Agreements and subsidy control Third party contract documentation Undertake negotiations to protect and further the objectives of the Council, and, where necessary, undertake litigation and advocacy in the courts, tribunals, Statutory appeals and inquiries. Participate in project teams to ensure the achievement of the Council s objectives and the delivery of high-quality legal advice and services to client Services, Departments and, where appropriate, contractors. Identify, research and anticipate the effects on service provision of new developments in the law to ensure that clients can adopt best practice in the delivery of timely and responsive services. Provide legal and procedural advice to Members and training to Members and client Services, Departments and, where appropriate, contractors to ensure that policy and operational decisions are taken in the most beneficial and effective manner. Experience Must meet at least all essential criteria within the job description Current Practising Certificate Contracts Lawyer We are looking for an experienced local government/public sector contracts lawyer with a min 3 years PQE. Candidates must have experience of dealing with contracts and procurements (including advising on contract modifications) under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 & the Procurement Act 2023, funding agreements and subsidy control law, and collaboration/partnership agreements. Ideally, you should attend the office one day a week or at least occasionally where the work demands. To find out more information please contact Abbie at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.

Title : People Advisor / HR Advisor (Educational Background) Contract : 3 months Location : Cumbria, UK (Travels required across Cumbria with minimum 50% in-person requirement) Working Pattern : Full-time and Part-time (Both are available - Flexible) A full UK driving licence and access to own transport are essential. Overall Purpose of the Role The HR Advisor will provide a comprehensive, professional and customer-focused HR service to a portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality advice and guidance across a broad range of employee relations and HR matters. The postholder will provide timely remote support via telephone and email, manage HR casework, maintain accurate records and ensure all advice is compliant with current employment legislation, statutory regulations, organisational policies and client contracts. The role will involve developing strong client relationships, providing onsite HR support where required, contributing to HR projects and identifying opportunities to support client retention and business growth. Key Responsibilities Provide professional and timely HR advice and guidance to clients across a broad range of employee relations matters. Provide remote HR support via telephone and email, ensuring enquiries and casework are accurately recorded on the CRM system. Manage a varied caseload, including complex and high-risk employee relations matters. Provide advice and support on disciplinary, grievance, capability, redundancy and absence cases. Attend client meetings, investigations, hearings and appeals to provide professional HR advice and support. Visit clients across Cumbria for engagement, relationship-building and onsite HR support. Develop and maintain strong relationships with an allocated portfolio of clients, understanding their business needs and providing solutions that support their objectives. Ensure a customer-centric approach is maintained to support high levels of client satisfaction and retention. Identify potential opportunities to develop and grow existing client relationships and support the delivery of new business opportunities. Provide advice on employment legislation, HR policies, employee relations and equality and diversity matters. Work collaboratively with trade unions and other relevant stakeholders to resolve HR issues effectively. Contribute to the development and review of HR policies and procedures to support organisational objectives. Deliver HR-related training and guidance to clients and managers where required. Contribute to the planning and delivery of HR projects and other business initiatives. Apply the organisation's business assurance framework to ensure quality, accuracy and consistency in service delivery. Undertake quality assurance checks and contribute to the continuous improvement of HR services. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records across relevant computerised and manual systems. Contribute to business planning and the achievement of organisational objectives and performance targets. Work collaboratively with colleagues and wider teams, providing support where required. Comply with all organisational policies and procedures, including health and safety, equal opportunities, customer care, security and professional standards. Undertake other appropriate duties as required in line with the scope, level and responsibilities of the role. Qualifications & Professional Development Essential HR-related professional qualification. (CIPD) Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) in HR and Employee Relations. Chartered-level MCIPD qualification or equivalent professional standing. Experience & Knowledge The successful candidate will have: Significant experience providing professional HR advice and guidance, particularly in complex and high-risk employee relations cases. Strong practical knowledge and understanding of current UK employment legislation and its application within the workplace. Experience managing a varied HR caseload while effectively prioritising competing demands. Proven experience handling sensitive and complex disciplinary, grievance, capability, redundancy and absence cases. Experience establishing credibility and building effective relationships with clients and non-HR professionals. Experience communicating complex HR and employment matters clearly, simply and persuasively. Experience working directly with clients to identify and resolve HR issues. Experience working and consulting with trade unions. Experience contributing to the development and implementation of HR policies. Experience providing employee relations and employee resourcing advice within education-based organisations or similar client environments. Experience contributing effectively to multidisciplinary teams. Experience designing and/or delivering HR training events. Skills & Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, accurate and practical HR advice. Strong employee relations and case management skills. Ability to interpret and apply employment legislation effectively. Strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills, with the ability to build credibility with clients and stakeholders. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines. Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a wider team. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and service quality. Ability to undertake quality assurance checks and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Ability to use IT systems effectively to deliver HR services, manage enquiries and record casework. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook/email. Creative and innovative approach to problem-solving. Ability and willingness to travel to client sites and attend onsite meetings across Cumbria. Current and valid driving licence with access to own transport. Client & Business Focus The postholder will be expected to take a proactive and commercial approach to client management by: Building trusted and long-term relationships with allocated clients. Understanding client objectives, challenges and HR requirements. Delivering responsive, high-quality HR solutions that support client needs. Maintaining strong client satisfaction and contributing to client retention. Identifying opportunities for additional HR support and business development. Supporting the wider HR function and contributing to the success and growth of the business. Location & Travel This is a client-facing HR role combining remote HR support with onsite client engagement. The postholder will be required to travel to client sites across Cumbria when necessary, including for meetings, investigations, hearings, appeals, training, relationship-building and other client engagement activities. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Junior Planner Location: Lancaster Salary: 28,000/ 35,000 Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a well-established and highly regarded residential developer who are looking to appoint a Junior Planner to join their Technical Team in Studley. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Junior Planner to join a successful housebuilder with an established land pipeline and ambitious growth plans. The successful candidate will support the planning team in securing planning consents across a range of residential development opportunities, whilst also gaining exposure to the identification and acquisition of new land. Reporting into the Planning Manager / Planning Director, you will support planning matters from initial site appraisal through to the successful delivery of planning permissions. The Role As Junior Planner, you will work closely with the wider land, technical, commercial and development teams to support the planning potential of existing land interests and help strengthen the company's future land pipeline. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting planning applications and strategies across a portfolio of residential development sites. Assisting with the conversion of existing land interests into implementable planning consents. Supporting the identification, appraisal and assessment of new development opportunities. Assisting with the development of planning strategies to maximise the value and potential of sites. Supporting the management of external planning consultants and other professional advisors. Assisting with liaison with Local Planning Authorities, statutory consultees, local stakeholders and other relevant bodies. Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications and monitoring them through to determination. Keeping up to date with planning policy and legislation and understanding its impact on current and prospective sites. Working collaboratively with land, technical, commercial, sales and development teams. Providing support to internal stakeholders on planning matters, risks, opportunities and potential solutions. Supporting the resolution of planning conditions, Section 106 obligations and other matters required to bring sites forward. Providing planning input into land appraisals and acquisition decisions under the guidance of senior team members. Developing strong relationships with planning authorities and other key stakeholders. About You We are looking for an enthusiastic planning professional or graduate with a good understanding of the UK planning system and an interest in housebuilding or residential development. You will ideally have: Some previous experience within a planning consultancy, housebuilder, developer or local authority would be advantageous but is not essential. A good understanding of the planning system and an interest in residential development. Some experience or academic knowledge of planning applications and the planning process. An interest in how planning decisions can impact land value and development viability. Good communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to organise your workload and manage multiple projects and deadlines with support. A proactive, enthusiastic and solutions-focused approach. A relevant planning degree or equivalent qualification. Working towards MRTPI status would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading residential developer where you will gain valuable experience across an established portfolio of sites and play an important role in the company's future land and development strategy. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, alongside excellent training, support and long-term career progression. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Efan Thomas on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a Temporary Accommodation Manager to join one of Adecco's leading housing clients in an interim role for the next 3-6 months, with the possibility of extension. Working 36 hours per week (Monday to Friday), our public sector client is based in South London, but this role is hybrid working, so you will need to be in their office for only 2-3 days each week. Reporting into the Head of Temporary Accommodation, this role involves directly line managing a team of three team leaders and being indirectly responsible for up to 10 other staff. You will be required to lead the Temporary Accommodation Management Team, Income Team and Homeless Hostel Team, providing motivation and guidance to guarantee that the service meets key performance indicators and delivers expected outcomes in compliance with regulatory, statutory, and professional standards, legislation, and policies. Our client is looking for a manager who will: Lead the effective and efficient delivery of the Temporary Accommodation service with a focus on tenancy sustainment and support to maximise the number of homeless households that move on to successful longer-term accommodation. Support the Head of Service in the strategic leadership and continuous development of the council's housing needs and homeless functions. Lead and motivate multidiscipline teams to deliver a quality service that achieves high customer satisfaction and to support their personal development through the provision of training, coaching and mentoring opportunities. Ensure that technology is used most effectively to deliver a consistent, high-quality, accessible service to all Housing Needs customers. In addition, to ensure that technology is used to provide effective mobile working to staff as required. Develop an effective performance culture throughout the service to ensure the delivery of consistently high-quality, value-for-money services whilst meeting the council's corporate performance management requirements. Lead the effective and efficient delivery of the Temporary Accommodation service with a focus on tenancy sustainment. Lead the Income collection function ensuring collection targets are achieved and exceeded. Lead a service that provides expert advice to accommodation providers on all property standards, repairing obligations and general tenancy management and encouraging good practice. Lead a service that is the first point of contact for landlords experiencing difficulties sustaining tenancies, including acting as a negotiator or mediator between disputing parties to resolve contractual issues to ensure compliance with the legal framework to sustain tenancies. Oversee the management of temporary accommodation, ensuring that void turnaround times are kept to an absolute minimum and that all temporary accommodation, including company owned and, managed hostels, are well managed, in a safe and habitable condition and meet all statutory requirements in respect of fire safety, amenities and health and safety. Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria, have strong homelessness legislation knowledge, extensive staff management expertise (preferably from the public sector, but this is not essential) and can start on short notice (2 weeks' notice maximum) need apply for this position as our client is keen to fill this role as soon as possible.

Director of Public Health & Communities An exceptional opportunity is available for an experienced senior leader to shape public health, prevention and community wellbeing across a complex local authority environment. As a Statutory Director of Public Health , you will provide strategic leadership across public health while also overseeing a broader portfolio focused on prevention, leisure and community wellbeing. Working as part of the senior corporate leadership team, you will influence organisational strategy and drive a place-based approach to tackling health inequalities and improving outcomes for communities. You will work across organisational boundaries and with elected members, health partners, community organisations and regional and national stakeholders. The role requires a confident system leader who can navigate complexity, build strong partnerships and translate strategic ambition into measurable improvements in population health, wellbeing and opportunity. About you You will bring: Significant senior leadership experience within public health, local government or a related complex system environment. A strong track record of influencing at corporate, partnership and system level. Experience leading programmes focused on prevention, health improvement, wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. Excellent strategic, political and organisational judgement. The ability to work effectively with elected members and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Proven experience of leading through influence and delivering outcomes through partnerships. Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills. The credibility and presence to operate effectively at local, regional and national level. A forward-thinking and innovative approach to improving services and outcomes for communities. Professional Requirements Applicants must hold appropriate specialist registration, including the GMC Specialist Register in Public Health Medicine with a licence to practise, GDC Specialist List, or UK Public Health Register at specialist level , together with membership of the Faculty of Public Health by examination, exemption, assessment or an equivalent qualification. This is a high-profile opportunity for a strategic public health leader to influence long-term policy, shape innovative approaches to prevention and wellbeing, and deliver lasting improvements for communities.

Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing our HR Software & Employment Law client in their search for an Activation and Engagement Team Manager. You will manage a team of approx. 10 account managers who onboard new clients, introduce new products to clients and give unbeatable customer service. You will have experience in a similar industry, onboarding new clients, keeping engagement high and contributing to retention. Team leader experience is also required, monitoring performance, offering support and guidance in order to develop your people and all associated HR. If you are looking for a new challenge, please apply today and we'll be in touch! Job Summary: As an Activation & Engagement Onboarding Manager, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing onboarding programs to ensure seamless integration of new customers, products, or services. Your primary goal will be to drive customer activation, engagement, and retention through effective onboarding strategies. Supporting team members in delivering high standard onboards to newly engaged clients as well as our established clients Working with and managing multiple teams within Activation & Engagement ensuring smooth transition through the client journey. Reporting to the Head of activation & Engagement. Day-to-day responsibilities include, but not limited to the below: Manage multiple teams from Activation to Engagement to ensure a smooth transition during the client journey Develop and guide the Activation Team to deliver minimum 80% activated clients. Deliver a "best in class" service to all new and existing clients, producing work to an excellent quality and ensuring 100% task completion. Develop and execute comprehensive onboarding strategies to drive customer activation and engagement Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement onboarding programs Create engaging content, including email campaigns, tutorials, and guides to support onboarding Analyse customer feedback and data to identify areas for improvement and optimize onboarding processes Manage and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure onboarding success within your team. Provide exceptional customer support and address customer concerns in a timely and professional manner Look at overall client cancelations and look at YOY reduction, with suggesting ways to improve. Improve client base logging in YOY, supporting with implementation of account manager models to support the client adoption and continuous engagement. Conduct monthly/Bi-annual team 1-1 and appraisals, and be able to give constructive feedback, and help coach team members in line with company development. Manage and track client journey and suggest and implement change to support adoption of the product and software. Be able to look at and report on daily / weekly / monthly KPI's and look at where improvement can be made team and department wide, In order to support the company yearly objectives. Requirements: Strong understanding of customer onboarding principles and best practices Excellent communication, project management, and analytical skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks Team management of 2 years Proficiency in CRM software and data analysis tools Benefits Enhanced holidays - 25 days increasing to 27 after 2 years' service and 28 after 5 years' service (22 Days for Field Sales) Private health care cover after 5 years' service New business referral scheme Access to Health Shield Access to the EAP service Refer a friend scheme Paid birthday leave Pension scheme contribution increasing to 5% after 5 years' service and again to 7% after 7 years' service Group life insurance Eye care contribution Free fruit (office-based staff) Travel Season Ticket loan scheme Milestone recognition Discounted products - Manchester City centre parking (AO Arena) / First Bus Travel Club Membership / Microsoft Home User programme / Anglian Home Improvements Pace health Club (situated in the park Inn) discounted gym membership and spa treatments Park Inn 20% off food and drink New Century food and drink discount Revolution De Cuba food and drink discount Cycle 2 Work scheme after probationary period On site Gym Bright Exchange perks 51976LF INDMANS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Chief Executive Salary: £80,000 per annum Location: Birmingham Hybrid working: On average 3 days in the office/on site in either Head office, on site at Homes or out visiting different sites (Birmingham based), 2 working from home days BCOP BCOP is a charity with a proud history dating back to 1946. Today, its 270 colleagues support older people across Birmingham through its nursing homes, supported housing and independent living schemes. The organisation is proud to create places where people feel safe, respected and cared for. They treat every person as an individual and believe that the little things matter. Over time, their relationships with residents, families and colleagues create a genuine sense of community, warmth and homeliness. BCP s three nursing homes Anita Stone Court, Neville Williams House and Robert Harvey House have all achieved a GOOD rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) . The opportunity Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive Officer will provide overall leadership and strategic direction for BCOP, ensuring that their vision, mission and strategy are delivered effectively. This is a pivotal leadership role. You will lead the organisation through change and development, maximise their impact for older people across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands, maintain financial and organisational sustainability, and build a culture where people feel valued, supported and motivated to give their best. As the CEO, you will be both an inspiring internal leader and a confident external ambassador for BCOP. You will build strong relationships with residents, families, staff, Trustees, commissioners, regulators, strategic partners and the wider community. You will lead a senior executive team and have responsibility for all employees across the charity, excluding Trustees. Role Provide clear, effective and inspirational leadership, ensuring BCOP s vision and strategic direction are understood and embedded throughout the organisation. Lead the development and delivery of BCOP s strategic and operational plans. Ensure excellence in the quality, safety and effectiveness of the services we provide. Shape and strengthen an organisational culture where people are committed to BCOP s aims, motivated to succeed and focused on our long-term future. Lead and manage organisational change effectively, ensuring that staff are engaged and supported throughout periods of development and transformation. Mentor and develop colleagues, particularly those in senior leadership positions, helping them to fulfil their potential. Ensure robust financial management, working closely with the Head of Finance to develop realistic budgets, effective controls and clear financial reporting for the Board. Ensure BCOP operates within agreed budgets and makes the best possible use of its resources. Ensure the charity complies with governance policies, procedures and statutory requirements established by the Board. Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, including commissioners, regulators, statutory bodies, voluntary sector partners and other strategic organisations. Provide the Board of Trustees with timely information, objective advice and appropriate support to enable it to fulfil its responsibilities. Act as the public face and ambassador of BCOP, representing the charity with credibility, warmth and professionalism. Carry out other duties relevant to the role as determined by the Board. Requirements At least five years senior management experience. A proven track record of successful change management. A relevant qualification and/or evidence of leadership and management development. Experience of preparing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating business or development plans at a senior level. Experience working within a regulated sector, such as registered care or social housing. A basic understanding of the reporting and filing requirements of the Charity Commission, Companies House and the Regulator of Social Housing. Strong financial and resource management skills, including the ability to develop and manage budgets. Excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate and engage a broad range of people. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. The ability to build effective teams and develop people to achieve their potential. Confidence in using relevant IT applications independently. Experience of resolving disputes and handling complex complaints and grievances. Experience of external inspection and audit requirements (desirable). Previous senior management experience within a charity or not-for-profit organisation (desirable). Experience within registered care and working with CQC (desirable). Experience within social housing (desirable). What BCP offer Flexible working and flexitime. Hybrid working, with an average of three days working from the office, BCOP homes or other Birmingham sites and two days from home. On-site parking. 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata. An additional five days annual leave after five years service. Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a range of discounts and offers. DBS paid for by BCOP. Defined Contribution pension scheme. BSHF health insurance. Panoramic Associates are looking for an accomplished senior leader who combines strategic vision with a genuine commitment to improving the lives of older people. Please click apply or contact Rebecca Martin at Panoramic Associates for more details.

Seeking Passionate and Skilled SEN Tutors! We are currently looking for experienced and dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Tutors to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of students. If you're passionate about helping children with unique learning needs and thrive in a personalised teaching environment, we want to hear from you! Ideal Candidates: Have experience in SEN teaching (Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, etc.) Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills Able to adapt lessons to suit a variety of learning styles Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to student success Qualified in education or relevant SEN-related fields (QTS/PGCE/SEN qualifications) This tutor role involves: planning lessons and resources around the student's needs. This could be in the core subjects or life skills; plan and deliver engaging sessions. apply skills to raise pupils' confidence. manage children with challenging behaviour. track the learning progress of the student to achieve their desired learning outcomes and being able to provide monthly reports. potentially engage in outdoor activities such as learning about plants and nature with the student, learn about visuals to communicate in some cases. What We Offer: Competitive rates and flexible working hours Opportunities for both in-person and online tutoring A supportive team environment and professional development If you're committed to helping students build confidence, skills, and independence, apply today to be part of our team! Please note: Tutoring placements are managed on a daily basis, as new students are continuously being referred and tutors are regularly matched based on their profiles and availability. While I can't guarantee an immediate placement or hold specific roles, I can assure you that your details remain active in our system and you will always be considered for suitable opportunities as they arise.

This is a varied role within a growing independent practice, offering the opportunity to take ownership of your own client portfolio while working closely with the Partners. Alongside managing client relationships, you will be involved in a broad mix of accounting, advisory and business support work, making it an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and responsibility. With a small team and a collaborative environment, you'll have the autonomy to make decisions, contribute ideas, and play a genuine part in the firm's continued growth. It would suit someone who is proactive, enjoys building strong client relationships, and is looking for a role where they can develop alongside the business. Job Title: Accounts & Client Manager Job Type: Perm Location: Farnham Salary: £45,000 - 65,000 Reference no: 16016 Accounts & Client Manager - Benefits 4-day working week on full salary 5 weeks annual leave Additional time off between Christmas and New Year Free on-site parking Opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position High level of autonomy and responsibility Direct access to Partners and decision making Accounts & Client Manager - About The Role This is a broad and varied role offering exposure well beyond year-end accounts production. You will take ownership of your own portfolio and become a trusted adviser to clients, supporting them across a range of accounting and business matters. Working directly with the Partners, you will have significant freedom to manage your workload, build relationships in your own style, and contribute ideas that improve both client outcomes and internal processes. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants to play a meaningful role in a firm's growth journey. Key responsibilities: Manage and develop your own portfolio of clients Build long-term client relationships and become a trusted point of contact Prepare and review statutory accounts and related work Review bookkeeping and management information prepared for clients Provide practical advice and support across a range of accounting matters Work directly with Partners on complex client situations Identify opportunities to improve processes and client delivery Support the growth and development of the client portfolio Take ownership of deadlines and ensure work is delivered to a high standard Contribute ideas and initiatives as the firm continues to expand The successful Accounts & Client Manager will have: ACA or ACCA qualified Extensive Xero experience Previous UK accountancy practice experience Varied experience highly desired- Accounts, Corporate Tax, Personal Tax, Bookkeeping, Management Accounts, VAT Experience managing or supporting a client portfolio Strong technical accounting knowledge Comfortable working independently and taking ownership Commercial awareness and problem-solving ability Confidence dealing directly with clients Organised approach and ability to prioritise effectively Initiative and desire to make a visible contribution Interest in progressing within a growing firm Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)

Job Description Home Based (with occasional UK travel) Competitive Salary + benefits + bonus + car allowance Here at Sysco GB our HR function is going through significant change and transformation, with investment in people, processes and systems, which has created a fantastic opportunity for a Reward Business Partner to join our team who will ensure our business remains competitive to attract talent, retain our colleagues and support our recipe for growth. As the Reward subject matter expert for Sysco GB, reporting to the Director of HR Operations you will work collaboratively with the Global Reward Team, HR Business Partners and Centres of Excellence to shape and embed a forward-looking reward strategy. You will leverage Workday to drive compensation outcomes, maintain robust governance and compliance, and lead key strategic initiatives including Gender Pay Gap reporting and action planning. The role is home based with some travel to sites and comes with a competitive base salary, attractive car allowance, annual bonus scheme, pension, private healthcare, additional holiday purchase scheme, award-winning products at virtually cost price and a range of range of employee perks through our online benefits platform. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement and deliver the Sysco GB Reward Strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and the wider people strategy. Act as the primary reward lead covering GB and key point of contact for the Global Reward Team, ensuring effective collaboration, alignment and execution of global reward initiatives within Sysco GB. Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Centres of Excellence (Talent and Development, DEI, Recruitment and HR Operations) and business leaders to develop, embed and continuously evolve reward solutions that support organisational performance and engagement. Work in partnership with Global Reward Team to implement compliant reward processes, policies and procedures to ensure effective execution of key reward activities across the organisation. Support HR Directors across GB with compensation benchmarking, ensuring alignment with Sysco total reward principles and source relevant market salary surveys to meet specific business needs. Represent Sysco GB in external pay and benefits surveys and develop strong external networks to maintain market awareness and reward best practice In collaboration with Finance and HRBP provide input into the principles on design of local incentive progress, ensuring a robust governance process is in place for target setting and performance tracking, and develop an appropriate communication plan to keep participants engaged. Drive continuous improvement within reward-related processes, maximising the use of technology, including Workday, to increase efficiency, enhance data quality, strengthen governance and support compensation outcomes. In collaboration with the Global Reward Team, lead all cyclical remuneration processes, including annual pay reviews, legislative pay reporting, incentive schemes, and salary benchmarking, providing expert guidance and insight throughout. Act as the Sysco GB subject matter expert for Workday Advanced Compensation, driving continuous enhancement of compensation planning processes and functionality, and ensuring alignment with global standards and local business requirements. In partnership with GB Benefits, support the review, design and development of reward and benefits programmes, ensuring they remain competitive, commercially effective and aligned to business needs. Lead the annual Gender Pay Gap reporting ensuring alignment to evolving legislation and incorporating data analysis, narrative development, action planning and stakeholder engagement to drive meaningful progress and ensure statutory compliance. Provide expert advice and guidance on all reward matters, ensuring the business remains legally compliant and aligned with best practice, including preparation for Trade Union engagement. Chair and actively participate in the monthly Job Evaluation Panel, ensuring consistency and governance in role evaluation decisions and alignment with Sysco job architecture and grading approach. Maintain accountability for SOX controls and governance requirements across all Reward processes. Support internal and external audit activity and act as the key HR contact for Reward-related audits with KPMG, EY and Sysco Internal Audit teams. About you: You'll be an experienced Reward Business Partner with a strong background in compensation, job evaluation, benchmarking, and incentive schemes within a large and complex organisation, ideally with experience with a high-volume front-line workforce. You'll be confident partnering with HR Business Partners, Centres of Excellence and business leaders to develop and deliver reward solutions that support business goals and employee engagement. Strong analytical skills are essential, with the ability to interpret reward and people data, identify trends and provide clear, actionable insights. Experience of salary benchmarking and Gender Pay Gap reporting and pay equity analysis is required. You will have experience leading annual reward and compensation cycles, ensuring appropriate governance, compliance and controls are maintained. Experience with Workday is helpful but not essential, experience with other HCM systems is preferable. You will be comfortable using reward technology and analytics to support compensation outcomes, improve processes and enhance the employee and manager experience. You will be a proactive and collaborative leader with strong project management skills and a continuous improvement mindset. Advanced Microsoft 365 skills, particularly Excel, are essential, along with the ability to influence stakeholders and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Experienced Social Worker - Permanent Children's Services We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our Children's Services team. In this role, you will champion our core practice approach, which is built upon compassion, curiosity, collaboration, conversation, and courage. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and seek a professional who shares this vital commitment. Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive assessments of children in need, including those requiring protection or care. Coordinate service provision and perform statutory visits in accordance with established procedures. Engage in meaningful, professional relationships with children, families, and carers. Prepare and present high-quality reports for panels and court proceedings. Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams. Engage in ongoing professional development and regular supervision. Qualifications: Professional Social Work qualification (Degree or DipSW). Current registration with Social Work England. Proven experience in child care social work, including direct work with families. Full driving licence. Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and 2004. To Apply: Please submit your application to Abigail at Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.