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We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work Job Title: Family Liaison Officer Location: Baston House School, Bromley, Kent, BR2 7AB Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm Salary: £24,675.00 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: May 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role As an Autism Practitioner, you will support students to access and engage with their learning in a safe, structured, and stimulating environment. Working closely with teachers, tutors, and the wider multi-professional team, you will provide tailored support that promotes independence, social development, and emotional wellbeing. You will also assist in planning, delivering, and adapting resources and interventions to meet individual needs. Key Responsibilities • Support teachers and tutors in delivering high-quality, inclusive education for students with autism, • Assist in the implementation of school policies, procedures, and individualised education plans, • Provide targeted one-to-one and small group support to enable students to access the curriculum with increasing independence, • Promote students’ physical, academic, social, and moral development, • Organise and maintain engaging classroom environments, including resources and displays, • Contribute to the preparation and upkeep of student documentation, such as Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs), Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Communication Profiles, Risk Assessments, and Pastoral Support Plans, • Work collaboratively with staff to ensure student safety both on and off-site, in line with risk assessments We’re looking for someone who: • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at minimum Level 4 (Grade C), • Has experience working with pupils with autism and/or challenging behaviour, • Can work independently and as part of a team, • Has strong communication skills, both verbal and written Baston House School is an independent day specialist school in Bromley, Kent, supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and associated needs. The school provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where pupils are fully included in all aspects of school life. Our focus is on developing academic skills, social understanding, emotional wellbeing, and independence, enabling each pupil to achieve positive outcomes and prepare for their next steps. By fostering a strong sense of community and personalised learning, Baston House ensures every pupil is valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

Operations Manager – Specialist Community Services £48,000 + Performance Bonus (OTE £55,000+) Hybrid | Croydon | Full-Time | Permanent Are you an experienced operational leader with a track record of delivering high-performing healthcare services? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where you can take ownership of service delivery, team performance, and continuous improvement? We are partnering with an ambitious, rapidly growing independent healthcare provider delivering NHS community services across London and the South East. With established and expanding contracts in ENT and Dermatology, they are seeking an accomplished Services Manager to oversee the operational, financial, and strategic performance of a portfolio of NHS community services. This is a high-impact leadership role, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, offering the opportunity to shape service delivery, drive performance, and play a key role in the organisation’s continued growth. The Opportunity As Services Manager, you will take full accountability for the operational management, profitability, and performance of multiple NHS community contracts. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, optimise patient pathways, and ensure the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality services. You will work closely with clinicians, commissioners, and internal stakeholders to enhance patient outcomes, maximise operational efficiency, and deliver against contractual and financial targets. Key Responsibilities • Lead the day-to-day operational delivery of ENT and Dermatology services across multiple clinic locations, • Take ownership of the full patient journey, from referral through to discharge, ensuring seamless and compliant service delivery, • Manage service performance against KPIs, contractual requirements, and NHS waiting time standards, • Optimise clinical capacity, workforce planning, clinic scheduling, and resource allocation, • Maximise referral activity and ensure services are appropriately positioned to meet demand, • Oversee clinic location sourcing, negotiation, and performance management, • Monitor, analyse, and improve operational data, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities, • Build and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, clinicians, trusts, local authorities, and partner organisations, • Drive service improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience, operational efficiency, and clinical outcomes, • Ensure compliance with all NHS, CQC, and internal governance standards, • Lead, motivate, and develop both clinical and non-clinical teams, fostering a high-performance culture About You • Degree educated (must have), • Proven experience in operational leadership within healthcare services, • Strong understanding of NHS contracts, service delivery models, and performance frameworks, • Demonstrable experience managing budgets, financial performance, and P&L accountability, • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels, • Strong analytical capability, with experience using data to drive decision-making and service improvements, • Experience in pathway optimisation, capacity planning, and waitlist management Salary & Benefits • Basic salary of up to £48,000, • Realistic on-target earnings of £55,000+, • Quarterly bonus: £1,000 for achieving operational profit targets, • Annual bonus: £1,000 for achieving annual operational profit targets, • Overachievement bonus: £250 for every £20,000 above annual budgeted operating profit, • Hybrid working model (typically 3 days in the office), • 37.5-hour working week, Monday to Friday, • Paid travel to clinic locations, • Excellent career progression within a growing organisation, • Autonomous leadership role with significant strategic influence Location: Croydon (Hybrid) - This role is well suited to candidates based in South London, Central London, Surrey, Kent, and surrounding areas, including Redhill, Epsom, Bromley, Orpington, and Kingston upon Thames. Interested? For a confidential discussion or to apply, please apply today or contact Tom Fitch on 02393 874295 or Referrals: We offer a £500 voucher for every successful recommendation or referral.

Operations Manager – Specialist Community Services £48,000 + Performance Bonus (OTE £55,000+) Hybrid | Croydon | Full-Time | Permanent Are you an experienced operational leader with a track record of delivering high-performing healthcare services? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where you can take ownership of service delivery, team performance, and continuous improvement? We are partnering with an ambitious, rapidly growing independent healthcare provider delivering NHS community services across London and the South East. With established and expanding contracts in ENT and Dermatology, they are seeking an accomplished Services Manager to oversee the operational, financial, and strategic performance of a portfolio of NHS community services. This is a high-impact leadership role, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, offering the opportunity to shape service delivery, drive performance, and play a key role in the organisation’s continued growth. The Opportunity As Services Manager, you will take full accountability for the operational management, profitability, and performance of multiple NHS community contracts. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, optimise patient pathways, and ensure the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality services. You will work closely with clinicians, commissioners, and internal stakeholders to enhance patient outcomes, maximise operational efficiency, and deliver against contractual and financial targets. Key Responsibilities • Lead the day-to-day operational delivery of ENT and Dermatology services across multiple clinic locations, • Take ownership of the full patient journey, from referral through to discharge, ensuring seamless and compliant service delivery, • Manage service performance against KPIs, contractual requirements, and NHS waiting time standards, • Optimise clinical capacity, workforce planning, clinic scheduling, and resource allocation, • Maximise referral activity and ensure services are appropriately positioned to meet demand, • Oversee clinic location sourcing, negotiation, and performance management, • Monitor, analyse, and improve operational data, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities, • Build and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, clinicians, trusts, local authorities, and partner organisations, • Drive service improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience, operational efficiency, and clinical outcomes, • Ensure compliance with all NHS, CQC, and internal governance standards, • Lead, motivate, and develop both clinical and non-clinical teams, fostering a high-performance culture About You • Degree educated (must have), • Proven experience in operational leadership within healthcare services, • Strong understanding of NHS contracts, service delivery models, and performance frameworks, • Demonstrable experience managing budgets, financial performance, and P&L accountability, • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels, • Strong analytical capability, with experience using data to drive decision-making and service improvements, • Experience in pathway optimisation, capacity planning, and waitlist management Salary & Benefits • Basic salary of up to £48,000, • Realistic on-target earnings of £55,000+, • Quarterly bonus: £1,000 for achieving operational profit targets, • Annual bonus: £1,000 for achieving annual operational profit targets, • Overachievement bonus: £250 for every £20,000 above annual budgeted operating profit, • Hybrid working model (typically 3 days in the office), • 37.5-hour working week, Monday to Friday, • Paid travel to clinic locations, • Excellent career progression within a growing organisation, • Autonomous leadership role with significant strategic influence Location: Croydon (Hybrid) - This role is well suited to candidates based in South London, Central London, Surrey, Kent, and surrounding areas, including Redhill, Epsom, Bromley, Orpington, and Kingston upon Thames. Interested? For a confidential discussion or to apply, please apply today or contact Tom Fitch on 02393 874295 or Referrals: We offer a £500 voucher for every successful recommendation or referral.

Change Needs You Become a Met Police Officer with a starting salary of over £40k The Met is working hard to drive more trust, reduce crime, and maintain high standards for London and its communities. The Met is made up of officers and staff from all backgrounds but we are committed to becoming more representative of the communities we serve. To do this the Met recognises the need to change. Whilst that change takes time, we want people like you to join and help to make a big difference. We’re looking for people who share our values of integrity, courage, accountability, respect and empathy to join the dedicated, honest, committed, hard-working officers and staff already in our team. Those who are committed to working hard to bring offenders to justice, protect vulnerable people and deliver the change needed for London and its communities. ? Change Needs You. Become a police officer, unlock your potential, support London’s communities and make London a safer city for all. Change Your Potential : Policing is a challenging but rewarding career like no other. With your will and determination, we will help you reach your full potential as a Met police officer and be the best you can be for yourself, your community and London. As a police constable in London’s Met, you’ll join over 30,000 colleagues working across 32 boroughs, all dedicated to serving over nine million residents in one of the most dynamic and diverse cities in the world. You’ll learn new things every day whether you’re out on patrol in the local community, giving evidence in court, investigating burglaries or supporting victims of crime. Every day brings a fresh challenge, the chance to learn something new and help others. A range of benefits: A career as a police officer offers many rewards and benefits, including: • A competitive starting salary of c. £40,776 rising up to c. £56,000 as a PC, inclusive of allowances., • Discounted rail travel up to 70 miles after initial training and free London travel, • Gain a fully-funded degree while earning and developing skills for life under our apprenticeship route, • Generous police pension scheme, • Generous annual leave and a range of other leave options, including career breaks, special leave, parental and adoption leave, • A comprehensive Health and Wellbeing service to help you stay healthy and well, • Access to a large number of subsidised leisure and sporting activities, • Becoming part of the Met family, and the policing family nationally - a unique and supportive network where you’ll meet friends for life while all working together to make London and the UK safer for everyone. Whether working collaboratively or on your own beat, your team and the wider Met are there to support you, • Flexible working options. Policing is a 24/7 service, and you will therefore be expected to work shift patterns including weekends and nights. However, we do aim to offer flexible working opportunities where operationally viable and depending on the role. There are two routes of entry; our Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) or our Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP). Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) A three-year programme where you can learn as you earn policing London's streets, gaining a (BSc) Hons degree in professional policing practice on completion. The Met covers all qualification fees so there's no cost to you, it's all fully funded. You’ll start by working with one of our partner universities learning the basics of the job, before joining a team of experienced officers teaching you invaluable skills that you’ll put into practice and build upon before returning to uni for an end of programme assessment. Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) A two-year programme which provides new recruits with a blend of classroom based and operational learning. Your initial training will take place at a Met training centre before you join one of our policing teams to gain practical, on-the-job experience. You will be regularly assessed on your knowledge, skills and behaviours but, unlike our other entry route, you will not be required to complete an academic qualification as part of your training or attend university. Change Your Future There are countless career opportunities available at the Met due to its size and diverse population that you wouldn’t find in any other UK city. Upon successful completion of your training period, you’ll be able to decide on how you want to shape your future career path. Whether that be undertaking a new role, joining a specialist team, training to become a detective, or promotion through the ranks; there will always be a role for you at the Met. You could choose to work in diplomatic protection, work with horses in our Mounted Branch, or even work in cyber-crime. These are just some of the many paths you could choose to follow as your career progresses. Change Needs You Apply Now

Delayed Transfer Of Care Screening Officer (Hybrid) needed in Morden, £20.35ph PAYE - Reference: 5293670 To be responsible for the identification, monitoring and recording of delayed transfers of care relating to Merton residents across a range of hospital sites, to keep Delayed Transfers of Care (DTOC) to a minimum and ensuring accurate auditable data is shared with Merton CCG and NHS England. Responsible for screening and assessing every referral and deciding the most appropriate pathway for each individual. Consideration must be given to the information provided, the complexities of each case and the profession (s) or sector (s) best placed to take the lead. Undertake robust communications with the acute trusts to ensure discharges from hospital are safe, readily equipped and appropriately arranged within the time frame set out in Governments guidelines and the local protocols. Undertake complex investigations with both health and social care teams to identify the facts behind any delayed discharges. 2.1) To develop and maintain expert knowledge of care pathways in order to determine the appropriate pathway (or pathways for very complex cases) for each referral. 2.2) Recording the referrals through to the new Mosaic recording process (new Adult Contact, D2A work step) as such, including safeguarding and then alert Duty Manager for complex cases such as cases for allocation and cases for safeguarding; clarity of pathways; potential referrals rejections etc. 2.3) Ensure that D2A work step is completed within 24 hours of starting the work step- referrals are either accepted or rejected. 2.4) Referrals for the Hospital Team to be located into the Teams waiting list virtual residents and not on the Hospital to Home Current work to meet CQC requirements. 2.5) To forge links with the Occupational Therapy Department, Community Social Work Teams, Hospital Social Work Teams and Brokerage as required to acquire expert knowledge of the service specifications and interfacing processes. 2.6) Complete Reablement referrals and liaise with Reablement and hospitals with regards to start of package of care, confirming equipment, arranging key safe services via the handyman. 2.7) To lead on ensuring validation of information recorded by Acute Hospital Trusts in accordance with the protocols, contesting any reimbursement fines against the council accordingly. 2.8) Provide daily updates for St Helier and other hospitals. 2.9) Complete mascot referral for telecare installation. This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis. If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV toquoting 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 beprepared. Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage. You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website . TPBN1_UKTJ

Salary range: Grade 17 (£66,378 - £68,784 p.a.) plus fantastic benefits Contract: Permanent Hours of work: 36 hours per week Location: Croydon Croydon Council has faced significant challenges in recent years in terms of its financial position. The financial challenge is steep, but the Government has noted our strong progress, with an Executive Mayor, Cabinet, Chief Executive and Corporate Management Team, who all share a commitment to the task ahead and putting Croydon's people first. This is a very exciting time to join Croydon as we move from the recovery and improvement phases to the transformational phase of our journey to bring the Council back to financial sustainability. Croydon is a fantastic place; a vital part of London's growth story with a strong identity in its own right and this is a rare chance to make genuine change in a place of great opportunity. What we do together over the next three years will help shape the future of one of London's most diverse and exciting boroughs. As a Finance Manager, you will be supporting the Director of Finance (Deputy S151 Officer) and Head of Strategic Finance, deputising when required. You will have finance business partner responsibility for overseeing financial planning, monitoring and coordination of financial arrangements for both revenue and capital finance. You will also lead your team consisting of a Principal Accountant and Accountant. This role will provide business partnering to: • Operational services: The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) manages the Council's social housing landlord function and services to tenants., • Transformation: A major priority for the service is making improvements in response to the views and priorities of our social housing tenants, and ensuring that the Council is meeting changing regulatory duties., • Joint working: Partnership working with tenants and leaseholders in Croydon and service providers across the wider region, to improve service quality and meet regulatory social housing standards., • Commercial activities: The maximisation of value for money through a commercial focus on contract management and increasing the quality of services including repairs and maintenance. The Council balances its books, listens to residents, and delivers good sustainable services. • Get a grip on the finances and make the council financially sustainable., • Become a council which listens to, respects and works in partnership with Croydon's diverse communities and businesses., • Strengthen collaboration and joint working with partner organisations and the voluntary, community and faith sectors., • Ensure good governance is embedded and adopt best practice. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A local authority recruitment agency is seeking a Placement Officer for a 26-week temporary role in Bromley. The successful candidate will manage referrals from hospitals and community settings, ensuring timely placements for domiciliary care. This role requires a minimum presence in the Bromley off

We have a rare and exciting position available for a customer-focused Neighbourhood Response Officer to join us at our Lewisham office. You’ll be allocated a neighbourhood where you will focus on working with the local community, from time to time you’ll support the wider team in delivering serv

A community-focused educational institution in Croydon is seeking a Finance Officer to manage financial processes and payroll compliance.

A community wellbeing organization in Croydon seeks a Volunteer Social Media Engagement Officer to build meaningful connections within an online community for men’s mental health. This is a remote position aiming to strengthen community ties and support mental wellbeing.

Change Needs You Become a Met Police Officer with a starting salary of over £42k The Met is working hard to drive more trust, reduce crime, and maintain high standards for London and its communities. The Met is made up of officers and staff from all backgrounds but we are committed to becoming more representative of the communities we serve. To do this the Met recognises the need to change. Whilst that change takes time, we want people like you to join and help to make a big difference. We’re looking for people who share our values of integrity, courage, accountability, respect and empathy to join the dedicated, honest, committed, hard-working officers and staff already in our team. Those who are committed to working hard to bring offenders to justice, protect vulnerable people and deliver the change needed for London and its communities. Change Needs You. Become a police officer, unlock your potential, support London’s communities and make London a safer city for all. Change Your Potential: Policing is a challenging but rewarding career like no other. With your will and determination, we will help you reach your full potential as a Met police officer and be the best you can be for yourself, your community and London. As a police constable in London’s Met, you’ll join over 30,000 colleagues working across 32 boroughs, all dedicated to serving over nine million residents in one of the most dynamic and diverse cities in the world. You’ll learn new things every day whether you’re out on patrol in the local community, giving evidence in court, investigating burglaries or supporting victims of crime. Every day brings a fresh challenge, the chance to learn something new and help others. A range of benefits: A career as a police officer offers many rewards and benefits, including: • A competitive starting salary of c. £42,210 rising up to c. £59,994 as a PC, inclusive of allowances., • Discounted rail travel up to 70 miles after initial training and free London travel, • Gain a fully-funded degree while earning and developing skills for life under our apprenticeship route, • Generous police pension scheme, • Generous annual leave and a range of other leave options, including career breaks, special leave, parental and adoption leave, • A comprehensive Health and Wellbeing service to help you stay healthy and well, • Access to a large number of subsidised leisure and sporting activities, • Becoming part of the Met family, and the policing family nationally - a unique and supportive network where you’ll meet friends for life while all working together to make London and the UK safer for everyone. Whether working collaboratively or on your own beat, your team and the wider Met are there to support you, • Flexible working options. Policing is a 24/7 service, and you will therefore be expected to work shift patterns including weekends and nights. However, we do aim to offer flexible working opportunities where operationally viable and depending on the role., • A wide range of staff support associations which support the different interests of the staff and officers they represent, including but not limited to; the Association of Muslim Policing, the Metropolitan Police LGBT Network, the Metropolitan Police Black Police Association and the Network of Women How to join us: There are two routes of entry; our Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) or our Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP). Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) A three-year programme where you can learn as you earn policing London's streets, gaining a (BSc) Hons degree in professional policing practice on completion. The Met covers all qualification fees so there's no cost to you, it's all fully funded. You’ll start by working with one of our partner universities learning the basics of the job, before joining a team of experienced officers teaching you invaluable skills that you’ll put into practice and build upon before returning to uni for an end of programme assessment. Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) A two-year programme which provides new recruits with a blend of classroom based and operational learning. Your initial training will take place at a Met training centre before you join one of our policing teams to gain practical, on-the-job experience. You will be regularly assessed on your knowledge, skills and behaviours but, unlike our other entry route, you will not be required to complete an academic qualification as part of your training or attend university. Change Your Future There are countless career opportunities available at the Met due to its size and diverse population that you wouldn’t find in any other UK city. Upon successful completion of your training period, you’ll be able to decide on how you want to shape your future career path. Whether that be undertaking a new role, joining a specialist team, training to become a detective, or promotion through the ranks; there will always be a role for you at the Met. You could choose to work in diplomatic protection, work with horses in our Mounted Branch, or even work in cyber-crime. These are just some of the many paths you could choose to follow as your career progresses. Change Needs You Apply Now

PROBATION OFFICER - PRISON BASED (WOMEN'S ESTATE) Location: HMP Downview, Sutton Pay Rate: £23.95 PAYE / £31.53 Umbrella per hour Contract: 6 months (with potential extension) Hours: 37 per week Start Date: ASAP (subject to vetting) Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced Probation Officer to work within a women's custodial setting at HMP Downview. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy Offender Management Unit, supporting women with complex needs and playing a key role in sentence progression and risk management. Key Responsibilities This role will primarily focus on offender management in custody, with core duties including: Managing a caseload of women in custody Completing and maintaining OASys assessments and sentence plans Preparing and delivering high-quality parole reports Completing MAPPA F forms and contributing to public protection processes Assessing and managing risk of serious harm Supporting sentence progression and release planning Working closely with Community Offender Managers for through-the-gate continuity Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on NDelius and related systems Liaising with prison staff, psychology, healthcare and external agencies Essential Requirements To be considered for this role, you must: Hold a recognised Probation qualification (PQF, DipPS, CQSW or equivalent) Have recent experience working as a Probation Officer (within the last 5 years) Have strong experience in OASys report writing and offender management Have experience completing parole reports and MAPPA documentation Be confident managing risk, including risk of serious harm Have experience working within a custodial or criminal justice setting Demonstrate the ability to manage a complex caseload and competing priorities Have strong communication and multi-agency working skills About the Role Based within a women's prison, working with individuals with complex needs including trauma, mental health and substance misuse Focus on case holding, assessments and report writing rather than programme delivery Opportunity to contribute directly to public protection and rehabilitation outcomes If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested please refer them. We have a referral bonus scheme and will pay £75, in retail vouchers of your choice, for referrals who are not already known to us. Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful. RSR Justice is a market leading recruitment business dedicated to providing top quality candidates and services to the offender rehabilitation and supervision work sectors. Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer

IT Director Location: Secondary School, Sutton Salary: £49,056 – £52,194 (P04, points 35–38) Hours: 8.00am–4.00pm, Monday to Friday (45‑minute unpaid break) A forward‑thinking secondary school in Sutton is seeking an experienced IT Director to lead its digital strategy, infrastructure and IT services. This is a pivotal leadership role for a strategic, solutions‑focused professional who can drive innovation while ensuring robust, reliable and secure IT operations across the school. The Role As IT Director, you’ll take full ownership of the school’s technology ecosystem — from long‑term digital strategy to the smooth running of day‑to‑day IT services. Working closely with the Headteacher, SLT and School Business Manager, you’ll shape the school’s digital direction, support teaching and learning, and lead a dedicated IT team. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver a long‑term IT strategy aligned with whole‑school priorities. Lead the implementation of the school’s digital vision, including the transition to MS365. Support digital innovation in teaching and learning across departments. Provide expert guidance on IT development, investment and best practice. Technology Infrastructure & Operations Oversee all hardware, software, network systems and cloud services. Ensure classrooms are fully equipped to meet curriculum and teaching needs. Manage software systems, databases, telephony and endpoint devices. Deliver reliable, high‑quality IT services across the school. Project Management Lead all IT projects from planning to delivery, ensuring timelines and budgets are met. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation and minimal disruption. Security, Data Protection & Compliance Act as the school’s Privacy and Compliance Officer. Manage GDPR processes, DPIAs and compliance procedures. Establish and enforce robust cybersecurity protocols to protect data and prevent threats. Ensure legal and responsible use of data, copyright and digital systems. Staff Development Work closely with SLT and departments to understand their technology needs and deliver effective solutions. Provide leadership and direction to the IT Department through regular meetings and feedback. Deliver in‑house staff training to support digital confidence and capability. Support end‑users with varied digital abilities, including staff and young people. Budget & Supplier Management Manage the IT budget, ensuring cost‑effective use of resources. Oversee suppliers, service contracts and procurement to ensure value for money. Recommend future investments based on emerging technologies and school priorities. Continuous Improvement Stay informed on new and emerging technologies. Recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and digital learning. Lead digital transformation initiatives that support teaching, learning and school development. This role may evolve in line with the needs of the school, and additional duties may be required to support its effective running. Person Specification Essential: Significant IT experience within a school environment. Experience Essential: Proven IT leadership experience. Experience managing IT teams, budgets, suppliers and service contracts. Experience developing and implementing IT strategy aligned to organisational goals. Experience supporting end‑users with varied digital abilities. Desirable: Experience managing cybersecurity risks and safeguarding‑related technologies. Experience working within an education setting (school, MAT, college or university). Knowledge of education systems such as MIS, safeguarding platforms, MDM solutions, Microsoft 365/Azure AD, Google Workspace. Experience leading digital transformation to enhance teaching and learning. Knowledge & Skills Essential: Strong understanding of IT infrastructure: networks, servers, cloud services, identity management, endpoint management and cybersecurity. Excellent project‑management skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver to deadlines. Clear understanding of safeguarding requirements relating to digital systems and online safety. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to non‑technical users. Ability to analyse data to inform decision‑making and improve system performance. Desirable: Knowledge of data protection legislation (e.g., UK GDPR) and its application in schools. Ability to create robust IT policies, disaster recovery plans and cybersecurity frameworks. Awareness of emerging ed‑tech trends and their potential impact on teaching and learning. Experience managing and supporting the Microsoft product stack (Windows 11, Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Entra, Intune). Personal Qualities Essential: Strategic thinker with the ability to create a long‑term vision for technology across the school. Strong leadership and communication skills, able to motivate and develop teams. Calm, solution‑focused approach under pressure. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Flexible, adaptable and able to respond to changing priorities. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across the school community. Other Requirements Essential: Commitment to the school’s ethos, values and educational mission. Willingness to work flexibly, including attending out‑of‑hours events or responding to emergencies when required. Strong hands‑on technical capability to support system integration and provide high‑quality support to staff and students. Vision and capability to drive forward the school’s use of MS365

School HR Officer – Croydon – £12,659 to £13,039 Actual Salary – Immediate/ASAP Start – Permanent *HR Officer – Croydon *HR Officer – Part-Time (15 hours per week, Term Time) *HR Officer – Permanent Role *HR Officer – Flexible Working Days Are you an experienced HR professional with a background in education or a similar setting? Can you manage HR processes efficiently while acting as a key point of contact for staff and external advisors? Are you organised, proactive, and confident working both independently and as part of a team? If so, this is the role for you! HR Officer – The Role This secondary school in Croydon is looking to appoint a part-time HR Officer on a permanent basis. The role will involve acting as the main point of contact between the school and external HR advisors, managing HR-related processes, and ensuring all procedures are carried out to a high standard. The successful candidate will bring at least two years’ relevant experience, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage workloads effectively while meeting deadlines. You will be confident communicating with staff, students, and parents in a professional manner, and able to use your initiative in a busy school environment. This is a part-time position (15 hours per week, 39 weeks per year), with flexibility around working days and hours for the right candidate. The salary is £12,659 to £13,039 actual (Grade 6). HR Officer – The School The school is a mixed secondary in Croydon, serving a diverse community and maintaining high expectations for both staff and students. There is a strong focus on professional development, staff wellbeing, and creating a positive working environment. Facilities are well-resourced, and the leadership team are supportive, with a clear focus on continuous improvement. If you believe this HR Officer role is for you, APPLY Now, or contact Lee Allen at TLTP

Temporary Letting Officer - Shrewsbury Based in Shrewsbury offering an immediate start, a strong customer service focus, and a competitive £14-£16 hourly rate. Your new company Y ou will be joining a dedicated and professional team within the public sector, supporting essential housing services for the local community. This temporary role is based in Shrewsbury and offers an immediate start for an experienced administrator or housing professional looking to make a meaningful impact. Your new role As a Temporary Letting Officer, you will support the delivery of an efficient and customer-centric lettings service. You will manage tenancy enquiries, provide frontline communication support, and ensure all administrative processes are completed accurately.Key responsibilities include: Excellent customer service skills to manage a busy email inbox and phone line. Excellent record-keeping skills and strong attention to detail. Experience using SharePoint and Microsoft packages such as Outlook. Excellent organisational skills. Your day-to-day duties will include: Managing emails within the lettings inbox and covering incoming phone lines. Dealing with allocation and termination of tenancy queries. Saving documents to the appropriate folders and maintaining accurate records. Processing tenancy terminations in the housing system. Advertising available properties on the choice-based lettings system. Potential development to support property allocations as experience grows. What you'll need to succeed Experience within housing, lettings, or a busy administrative environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive enquiries. Confidence using IT systems, including SharePoint. High levels of accuracy and strong organisational skills. A proactive approach and commitment to excellent customer service. What you'll get in return Competitive hourly rate of £14.00 - £16.00 per hour, dependent on experience. Weekly pay through Hays. Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant. Opportunity to gain valuable experience within the housing sector. Potential for extension based on service needs. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title: Revenues Officer Location: Local authority based in Croydon Hourly rate: £20.38 PAYE / £27.03 Contract Length: 3-month contract (possibility of extension) Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 36 hours ASAP Start About the Role We are looking for a proactive, customer-focused Revenues Officer to join our Revenues team and help deliver an exceptional service to residents, businesses, and key stakeholders. You will play a vital role in ensuring the accurate administration, collection, and recovery of Council Tax and Business Rates, supporting the Council's wider commitment to excellent financial stewardship and outstanding customer service. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy environment, enjoys problem solving, and is passionate about delivering high‑quality public services. Key Responsibilities As a Revenues Officer, you will: Manage customer enquiries across multiple channels, including telephone, online, and face‑to‑face appointments. Process and maintain accurate Council Tax and Business Rates records, ensuring all updates comply with relevant legislation and council policy. Set up new accounts, apply reductions, exemptions, discounts, and reliefs, and action refunds where appropriate. Negotiate and agree payment arrangements with customers, including post‑summons cases. Support court hearings by interviewing customers, making informed decisions, and preparing documentation. Implement recovery action to maximise revenue for the Council. Liaise with internal teams and external partners such as the Valuation Office, DWP, solicitors, voluntary groups, and more. Use key systems (Northgate, Iclipse, CRM, tracing tools etc.) to update records and investigate customer circumstances. Contribute to service improvement, team meetings, and cross‑departmental projects. About You We're looking for someone who: Has excellent verbal and written communication skills. Is comfortable interpreting complex legislation and applying it accurately. Can manage their own workload and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Demonstrates strong numerical ability and attention to detail. Is IT‑literate and confident using multiple systems. Works well both independently and as part of a team. Brings a customer‑centric attitude with a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.Experience in revenues, collections, local taxation, or recovery work is highly desirable, with opportunities for skilled candidates to undertake more advanced responsibilities. Why Join Us? Play a key role in supporting vital public services within the community. Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for training, development, and progression. Contribute to service improvements and help shape customer experience. Be part of an organisation committed to diversity, sustainability, and staff wellbeing. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser