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Highways Principal Engineer (UK Wide) We are seeking experienced highways design and discipline leads at Principal Engineer and Associate Director levels to join our expanding teams across the UK. As a seasoned professional, you will play a crucial role in both project delivery and the technical mentoring of our talented team members. As part of this role, you will be responsible for the following: • Drive technical excellence and ensure safety in design within team deliverables., • Champion opportunities for automation and process efficiencies in all aspects of our work., • Lead and mentor a small team of designers on projects., • Generate bottom-up forecasts of project hours for your team or discipline by project, and escalate any scope changes impacting delivery., • Coordinate the delivery of Civils highways design solutions within programme and budget constraints., • Collaborate with discipline leads globally to provide an integrated and best practice service to our clients, challenging the status quo to innovate for the future., • Line Management: While line management is not required for career progression at Jacobs, opportunities exist for those interested in people leadership to supervise staff locally and become a valued part of our team. About the Opportunity: Jacobs is a market leader in the transportation sector, working with major clients such as National Highways, Transport Scotland, the Welsh Government, and global contractors. Internationally, we contribute to some of the world's mega projects, including NEOM The Line and King Khalid International Airport. Domestically, we collaborate with councils and transport authorities in major towns and cities, offering you the chance to work on impactful local projects. In the North, we are delivering schemes for Manchester Airport Group, United Utilities, Cheshire East Council, and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. In the Midlands and South-West, we are engaged in frameworks for Worcestershire County Council, Birmingham City Council, Derbyshire County Council, and the West of England Combined Authority. * Experience in managing engineering design solutions in transportation. • Attained a relevant professional qualification, for example a degree in engineering /CEng/ IEng or equivalent qualifications, • Technical experience of delivering local and/or major highways projects or the land side alignment elements in adjacent markets such as Water or Aviation., • Good interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) and ability to communicate different design options to internal and external stakeholders., • Ability to lead small project teams effectively and support their technical development., • Thorough understanding of commonly used design standards such as Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) or international equivalents., • Sound knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and a passion for fostering safety and wellbeing., • Capable of managing a workload which may be subject to change at short notice, • Ability to work independently and effectively within a global multi-disciplinary team., • Experience of the financial management and control of projects. #UKTransportation #LI-AS5 London|Greater London|United Kingdom Wokingham|Berkshire|United Kingdom Manchester|Greater Manchester|United Kingdom Birmingham|West Midlands|United Kingdom Leeds|West Yorkshire|United Kingdom Glasgow|Lanarkshire|United Kingdom Edinburgh|East Lothian|United Kingdom Stockton on Tees|County Durham|United Kingdom Belfast|Antrim|United Kingdom Cardiff|South Glamorgan|United Kingdom Civil and Structural Transportation

Highways Senior Engineer (UK Wide) As a Senior Design Highways Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of delivering technical excellence, innovation, and safety across a wide range of transportation projects. You'll take ownership of key design deliverables, identifying opportunities for automation and process efficiencies, and ensuring scope changes are escalated appropriately to maintain programme and budget integrity. You'll collaborate closely with discipline leads and project stakeholders to produce high-quality outcomes, while also mentoring and supporting less experienced team members-helping to build capability and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Jacobs is a recognised leader in the transportation sector, partnering with major clients such as National Highways, Transport Scotland, the Welsh Government, and global contractors. Internationally, we contribute to transformative mega-projects like NEOM The Line and King Khalid International Airport. Locally, we're making a tangible impact in communities across the UK, delivering schemes for: • Manchester Airport Group, • United Utilities, • Cheshire East Council, • West Yorkshire Combined Authority, • Worcestershire County Council, • Birmingham City Council, • Derbyshire County Council, • West of England Combined Authority With opportunities available across our growing hub locations in the UK, this is your chance to shape the future of transport infrastructure-both globally and in your own community. * Design experience in the built environment and transportation. • Attained a relevant professional qualification, for example a degree in engineering, and CEng/ IEng or equivalent qualifications or work experience., • Technical experience of delivering local and/or major highways projects or the land side alignment elements in adjacent markets such as Water or Aviation., • Good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills (both written and verbal) and ability to communicate different design options to internal and external stakeholders., • Thorough understanding of commonly used design standards such as Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB), Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW) or international equivalents., • Sound knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and a passion for fostering safety and wellbeing., • Capable of managing a workload which may be subject to change at short notice and raising early warnings., • Ability to work independently and effectively within a global multi-disciplinary team. #UKTransportation #LI-AS5 London|Greater London|United Kingdom Leeds|West Yorkshire|United Kingdom Glasgow|Lanarkshire|United Kingdom Bristol|Bristol City|United Kingdom Stockton on Tees|County Durham|United Kingdom Manchester|Greater Manchester|United Kingdom Wokingham|Berkshire|United Kingdom Edinburgh|East Lothian|United Kingdom Belfast|Antrim|United Kingdom Cardiff|South Glamorgan|United Kingdom Civil and Structural Transportation

Highways Technical Lead / Team Leader (UK Wide) As a Principal Engineer or Associate Director in our Highways team, you'll play a pivotal role in leading the delivery of complex civil engineering projects while shaping the future of transport infrastructure across the UK and beyond. You'll drive technical excellence and ensure safety in design, championing innovation and identifying opportunities for automation and process efficiencies in every aspect of our work. You'll lead and mentor a team of designers, coordinate the delivery of highways design solutions within programme and budget constraints, and collaborate with global discipline leads to deliver integrated, best-practice services to our clients. You'll also be responsible for generating accurate project forecasts and escalating scope changes that impact delivery. For those interested in people leadership, opportunities exist to take on line management responsibilities and contribute to the development of our talented teams-though this is not a requirement for career progression at Jacobs. Jacobs is a recognised leader in the transportation sector, working with major clients such as National Highways, Transport Scotland, the Welsh Government, and global contractors. Internationally, we contribute to transformative mega-projects like NEOM The Line and King Khalid International Airport. Domestically, we're delivering impactful local schemes for: • Manchester Airport Group, • United Utilities, • Cheshire East Council, • West Yorkshire Combined Authority, • Worcestershire County Council, • Birmingham City Council, • Derbyshire County Council, • West of England Combined Authority With expanding teams across the UK, this is your opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact-both locally and globally. * Experience in managing engineering design solutions in Transportation. • Relevant professional qualifications, such as a degree in engineering, CEng/IEng, or equivalent qualifications, • Technical experience in delivering local and/or major highways projects or landside alignment elements in adjacent markets such as Water or Aviation., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), with the ability to convey different design options to internal and external stakeholders., • Ability to lead small project teams effectively and support their technical development., • Thorough understanding of commonly used design standards such as DMRB or international equivalents., • Sound knowledge of UK H&S legislation and a passion for fostering safety and wellbeing., • Capability to manage a workload that may be subject to change at short notice., • Ability to work independently and effectively within a global multi-disciplinary team., • Experience in the financial management and control of projects. #UKTransportation #LI-AS5 London|Greater London|United Kingdom Manchester|Greater Manchester|United Kingdom Birmingham|West Midlands|United Kingdom Leeds|West Yorkshire|United Kingdom Glasgow|Lanarkshire|United Kingdom Edinburgh|East Lothian|United Kingdom Bristol|Bristol City|United Kingdom Stockton on Tees|County Durham|United Kingdom Cardiff|South Glamorgan|United Kingdom Civil and Structural Transportation

We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who is a committed practising Catholic and inspires and motivates children to achieve their best. The well-being of all our children is paramount in all that we do. We need a person with excellent leadership skills and can evidence their successful part in school improvement and change. The Governing Body of Holy Family RC Primary School are seeking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who will work closely with the very supportive Governing Body in its clear aspiration for ongoing improvement in teaching and learning. The candidate will work with the Headteacher to further the achievements of our Catholic school.

You will support children and young people through robust assessment, outcome focused planning and effective intervention to support them in achieving positive outcomes within their families and communities. Working within a restorative practice approach, you will work in partnership with families and multi-agency colleagues in intervening to address both the presenting concerns and underlying difficulties. This is an exciting opportunity to join the service which puts the individual at the heart of our work. The teams work from a strengths-based (Signs of Safety) approach to meet the needs of young people and their families. As the Principal Social Worker you will have the opportunity to develop the practice of others within the team through joint working and supervision whilst also leading by example as case-holder for those children with more complex needs who require the expertise of an experienced and skilled practitioner. Byddwch yn cefnogi plant a phobl ifanc trwy gynnal asesiadau cadarn, cynllunio sy'n canolbwyntio ar ddeilliannau ac ymyriadau effeithiol i'w cefnogi wrth gyflawni deilliannau cadarnhaol o fewn eu teuluoedd a'u cymunedau. Gan weithio o fewn dull ymarfer adferol, byddwch yn gweithio mewn partneriaeth â theuluoedd a chydweithwyr amlasiantaethol wrth ymyrryd i fynd i'r afael â'r pryderon sy'n codi a’r anawsterau sy’n sail iddynt. Dyma gyfle cyffrous i ymuno â gwasanaeth sy’n rhoi’r unigolyn wrth wraidd ein gwaith. Mae’r tîm yn gweithio yn ôl dull sy’n seiliedig ar gryfderau (Arwyddion Diogelwch) er mwyn bodloni anghenion pobl ifanc a’u teuluoedd. Fel y Prif Weithiwr Cymdeithasol cewch gyfle i ddatblygu arferion eraill o fewn y tîm drwy gydweithio a goruchwylio tra hefyd yn arwain drwy esiampl fel deiliad achos ar gyfer y plant hynny ag anghenion mwy cymhleth sydd angen arbenigedd ymarferydd profiadol a medrus.

Job Summary The purpose of the Strategy Unit is to support Acas to set and deliver against our strategic direction and raise strategic capability internally. This is an exciting time to join as we operationalise the first year of our new 5-year strategy to prevent, manage and resolve conflict at work. This role is about taking our big ideas to improve workplace relations, developing options and plans for long-term change by Acas and through our stakeholders. A day in the life of this role could include producing a paper on what stakeholders are saying about industrial dispute, mapping the journey small businesses take through our services or producing an options paper for our board about behaviour change of employees. At times you will step back and look beyond the 5-year time horizon of our strategy, asking what the big, game-changing ideas are that we should think and talk about now so we can be well positioned far into the future. The right person for this role is strategic and insightful, able to see beyond how things have always been done to what could be possible. You enjoy working independently as you deep dive on an issue, just as much as working with stakeholders and bringing together different views to build consensus. You are happy to engage in complexity and be pragmatic when the situation demands it. This role will: • Support the realisation of Acas’s new 25-30 strategy by identifying the strategic levers and partners we should engage and offering consultancy to colleagues about how to apply the strategy to their service or product., • Scope and deliver strategic projects to coordinate cross-organisational activity and colleagues to deliver a single strategic purpose., • Support organisational strategic capability by compiling tools and creating templates. The main accountabilities of this role are: • Strategic projects: Manage and lead strategic projects as needed, particularly producing timely high-quality materials to scope, define and deliver projects. This may include: project initiation and scoping, desk research, running discoveries, producing recommendations of next steps for Acas, facilitating agreement, and establishing the means for implementation., • Consultancy: Provide internal consultancy to colleagues, supporting strategic thinking and approaches, including working with internal customers to improve alignment between services, functions and products with the organisational strategy., • System analysis: Analyse the systems Acas operates within to identify opportunities and key levers for change. Add to our understanding of influential bodies/entities and strategic partners to improve workplace relations in GB., • Strategic policy: Develop Acas policy on long term strategic issues. Consider the wider environment, collaborate with the Acas research team to commission new research, use research findings, undertake independent research, horizon scanning, stakeholder engagement and networking to develop Acas thinking on the workplace relations system and steer recommendations through governance structures (Acas Council and Executive Board) to agreement., • Promote diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity, respecting difference and external experience., • Be self-aware and role-model continuous self-learning and development., • Collaborate with others to achieve the goals of Acas together., • Effectively manage resources and budget where required., • Work flexibly and collaboratively with those across the Directorate and wider Acas. Acas exists to make working life better for everyone in Britain. We are the experts in workplace matters, we’re impartial, so we’re not on anyone’s side. That means we’re working for everyone to help prevent, manage and resolve workplace issues. Acas helps employers and employees by providing information, advice, training, conciliation and other services that prevent, manage or resolve workplace problems. Acas has been recognised for its Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace from the Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion awards – Disability Confident Highly Commended; Pay Gap award winner and Overall winner for public sector organisations. Acas is committed to providing services and developing policies which embrace diversity, promote equality of opportunity and eliminate unlawful discrimination. Person Specification Experience Essential Criteria: • Managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders through design, definition and delivery (Lead Criteria)., • Written and oral communications – writing succinct, engaging reports, papers and slides to senior leadership, producing written outputs to influence debates, delivering presentations, workshop design and facilitation., • Horizon scanning to build and maintain an understanding of public policy issues and/or legal developments., • Developing policy positions, including using qualitative/quantitative analysis and making recommendations to influence policy making and/or workplace practices., • Analysis and insight – experience synthesising complex information, data, research, MI into clear analysis and recommendations for action., • Advising senior leaders on complex issues and presenting with credibility and confidence to have influence and impact., • Experience of providing consultancy to internal or external clients on strategic projects or organisational problems. We’re big believers in rewarding people for the amazing work they do, take a look at some of the fantastic benefits we offer: • Learning and Development, • Health and wellbeing, • Pension scheme, • Cycle to work scheme, • Interest free season ticket loans You’ll have access to a Life style website, were you’ll be able to grab savings over a wide range of products from holidays to your weekly shop. To find out more please check out Selection Process Details How to apply Please click on the 'Apply now' button on the Civil Service Jobs listing. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete: An evidence-based Statement of Suitability and CV reflecting the essential Experience requirements as listed in the Job Description. Your statement of suitability should be no longer than 1,000 words. It should avoid generalised assertions, instead including specific examples of achievements, explaining the degree of challenge, what you did and the outcomes. Please address the lead criteria first. A separate 250-word statement on the Technical essential criteria. A separate 250-word statement reflecting the Experience desirable criteria. Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the: Lead Criteria: Managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders through design, definition and delivery. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift of all the above requirements or progressed straight to assessment/interview. If a large number of applications meet the minimum standard an interview wait list may be created for this position. This means that if you have met the minimum requirements at sift you may be placed at a ‘Hold’ status for up to 12 months and if we are able to invite you to an interview we will be in touch. Interview Details If you have successfully passed sift, you will be invited to an interview via MS Teams which is likely to take place the week commencing 5 January 2026. The interview will be a Behaviour and Experience interview and will also include a Presentation. The Behaviours assessed at interview will be; Seeing the Big Picture and Working Together. The Presentation will assess the essential criteria: 'Written and oral communications – writing succinct, engaging reports, papers and slides to senior leadership, producing written outputs to influence debates, delivering presentations, workshop design and facilitation'. A reserve list will be created for this position, this means that if you have passed the interview, but we couldn’t offer you this position, you’ll be on a reserve list for 12 months and may be considered for similar positions. As a Disability Confident Leader, Acas is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you have a disability and feel that any part of the recruitment process puts you at a disadvantage, we will aim to make Reasonable Adjustments that support your needs where possible. If you require any changes to help you apply: • Contact Acas HR Recruitment Service via ___ as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs., • Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need accessibility considerations to enter the building or interview room, for communications or adjustments for testing procedures.

Intake and Assessment is a fast paced and exciting team. Due to Cardiff’s demography the work is diverse and progressive. Practitioners undertake Well-being and S47 assessments and provide short term interventions to support families to increase safety within the home. Practitioners hold cases for a short period of time; long term work is generally transferred at the first planning meeting. The Team are on a duty rota for one week in every three, meaning you have the opportunity to plan and record your work in a structured and organised way. Mae Derbyn ac Asesu yn dîm cyffrous sy’n newid yn gyflym, oherwydd demograffeg Caerdydd mae’r gwaith yn amrywiol a chynyddol. Mae ymarferwyr yn cynnal asesiadau lles ac A47 ac yn cynnig ymyraethau tymor byr i gefnogi teuluoedd i gynyddu diogelwch yn y cartref. Mae ymarferwyr yn cadw achosion am gyfnod byr; mae gwaith tymor hir fel arfer yn cael ei drosglwyddo yn y cyfarfod cynllunio cyntaf. Mae’r Tîm ar rota dyletswydd am un o bob tair wythnos, sy’n golygu eich bod yn cael y cyfle i gynllunio a chofnodi eich gwaith mewn ffordd strwythuredig a threfnus.

We are seeking to appoint a Principal Social Worker to join our Intake and Assessment Team - an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated practitioner to lead, influence, and support high-quality practice in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the Team Manager to champion strength-based and trauma-informed practice. You will play a key role in shaping the team’s approach to assessments, planning and intervention, ensuring that the child’s voice is central to all decision making. The successful candidate will provide leadership and guidance to the team, supporting professional development and reflective practice, while maintaining a protected caseload of complex cases. This balance of leadership and direct practice ensure you remain connected to practice, modelling best practice and driving continuous improvement across the service. Rydym yn ceisio penodi Prif Weithiwr Cymdeithasol i ymuno â'n Tîm Derbyn ac Asesu - cyfle cyffrous i ymarferydd profiadol a chymhellol i arwain, dylanwadu a chefnogi ymarfer o ansawdd uchel mewn amgylchedd prysur a gwerth chweil. Yn y rôl ganolog hon, byddwch yn gweithio'n agos gyda'r Rheolwr Tîm i hyrwyddo ymarfer sy'n seiliedig ar gryfder a thrawma. Byddwch yn chwarae rhan allweddol wrth lunio ymagwedd y tîm at asesiadau, cynllunio ac ymyrraeth, gan sicrhau bod llais y plentyn yn ganolog i bob penderfyniad. Bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn darparu arweinyddiaeth ac arweiniad i'r tîm, gan gefnogi datblygiad proffesiynol ac ymarfer myfyriol, tra'n cynnal llwyth achosion gwarchodedig o achosion cymhleth. Mae'r cydbwysedd hwn o arweinyddiaeth ac ymarfer uniongyrchol yn sicrhau eich bod yn parhau i fod yn gysylltiedig ag ymarfer, modelu arfer gorau a gyrru gwelliant parhaus ar draws y gwasanaeth.

Cardiff Safeguarding and Children looked after teams are now based in 3 localities across the city at St Mellons in the East, Fairwater in the North and Cardiff Bay in the South enabling staff to be based within the communities that they serve. Within the team's geographical area you will support children and young people through robust assessment, outcome focused planning and effective intervention to support them in achieving positive outcomes within their families and communities. Working within a restorative practice approach, you will work in partnership with families and multi-agency colleagues in intervening to address both the presenting concerns and underlying difficulties. Mae timau Diogelu a Phlant Caerdydd bellach wedi'u lleoli mewn 3 ardal ar draws y ddinas, yn Llaneirwg yn y Dwyrain, y Tyllgoed yn y Gogledd a Bae Caerdydd yn y De gan alluogi staff i fod wedi'u lleoli yn y cymunedau y maent yn eu gwasanaethu. O fewn ardal ddaearyddol y tîm, byddwch yn cefnogi plant a phobl ifanc trwy gynnal asesiadau cadarn, cynllunio sy'n canolbwyntio ar ddeilliannau ac ymyriadau effeithiol i'w cefnogi wrth gyflawni deilliannau cadarnhaol o fewn eu teuluoedd a'u cymunedau. Gan weithio o fewn dull ymarfer adferol, byddwch yn gweithio mewn partneriaeth â theuluoedd a chydweithwyr amlasiantaethol wrth ymyrryd i fynd i'r afael â'r pryderon sy'n codi a’r anawsterau sy’n sail iddynt.

Our diverse projects will provide the opportunity to evolve your engineering skills working across the full spectrum of RIBA deliverable stages for new and refurbished facilities.All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.The team structure ensures quality mentoring and coaching, synchronised to your development as you grow your knowledge and working experience Our projects cover all sectors of the construction industry creating great insight to cross pollination of ideas and solutions allowing you to re-think standards and deliver quality engineered responses.The teams continued success has created opportunities to expand, with an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our experienced and talented Engineering Team.Role and Responsibilities: Work as part of a design team delivering reports, specifications, performance and detailed design solutions Use specialist computer-aided design (CAD) and BIM (Revit) software and other resources to design the compliant systems solutions Undertake design calculations to support and demonstrate compliance with client requirements aligned to the proposed solution Undertake site survey and capture data relevant to the appointment i.e.initial survey, on-going site inspections, defect recording and witness Reviewing construction design details and making comment Liaise closely with other professionals, including structural engineers, architects, surveyors, and contractors of in-house and external project teams Attend a range of project group and technical meetings Ensure that the design and maintenance of building systems meets legislative and health and safety requirements Advise clients and architects on energy use and conservation in a range of buildings and sites, aiming to minimise the environmental impact and reduce the carbon footprint Experience and Skills Required: Experience of design solutions from conception through to completion including calculations, drawings, specifications, etc aligned to RIBA stages and BSRIA BG6 Qualification with a Building Services degree or higher educational qualification (HNC/HND) Revit software experience is essential IES modelling would be an advantageous skill Good oral and written communication Ridge operate a CIBSE accredited mentor scheme for registration to the Engineer Council to obtain CEngd02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173