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Funding Officer, FTC to 31/12/2026 We are recruiting a full time (part time considered) Funding Officer working across Leicester and Leicestershire on a fixed term contract basis. You’ll be part of a team of 9, led by two Funding Managers and working alongside 6 other Funding Officers, as part of a patch covering Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire and Coventry, within a larger Midlands team. Ideally you will live in or near to Leicestershire or have excellent knowledge of the county. This role is classed as mobile working which means you will be expected to work from and visit several locations across the area, including your home. The ability to drive and have access to a vehicle is therefore beneficial, although not essential. You will assess applications for funding and manage grants using local knowledge, best practice, thematic expertise and the experience of customers and stakeholders to improve our grant making and inform our decision making. By working closely with people and communities from a defined geographical area, you will understand what matters to them and where our funding can make the biggest difference. Being responsible for supporting local people and communities, you will have a strong understanding of our vision, our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and our funding products. You will also need to support our stakeholders, helping them to make connections that will help them achieve their goals. Being responsible for a pipeline of projects you will need to understand and respond to the different needs of our customers by providing advice and considered feedback, and be willing to have challenging but constructive conversations. You will also ensure that both grant management and assessment play an effective part in contributing to the Fund’s knowledge and learning as a grant maker. You will manage your own caseload, liaise with grant recipients, undertake project visits, identify and manage risk, support organisations to deliver their projects and measure their impact. You will also need to work within the Fund’s policies and procedures and the necessary legislation, in a way that is in line with our vision and principles. You will represent the Fund within your local area, including at funding fairs and external meetings, creating opportunities for people to come together. You will share learning from your role with other colleagues so that we can maximise our impact. Interview details: • Interview date: 4th February 2026, • Format: In Person Any questions about the recruitment process, please email the recruitment team. How to apply: Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (1000 words) with the following criteria, we will use this to score your application. Essential Criteria: • Lived Experience or working knowledge of the needs and priorities of communities across Leicestershire and the local third sector., • Relational skills: Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, community organisations and other stakeholders at various levels, with a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion., • Analytical skills: Ability to absorb a wide range of information and to make judgement-based decisions with confidence, to challenge when appropriate and manage risk., • Organisational skills: Ability to use your initiative and manage your own workload with minimal supervision, dealing with competing priorities and deadlines and demonstrating strong self-organisation and prioritisation skills., • Communication skills: Strong listening, written and verbal communication with an emphasis on report writing for assessment purposes., • Understanding of financial planning, ability to analyse accounts and numerical data and to identify and manage risk. Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed. We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages. As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)

Music Teacher Job - Leicester Start date: ASAP End date: February Half Term (possibly longer) Part-time (0.Teaching Music at KS3 & KS4We are working in partnership with an Ofsted 'Good' 11-16 secondary school in Leicester who are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Music Teacher.This is

Recruitment Manager Location: Leicester (Office-based / Hybrid considered) Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week Start date: End of January / Early February Contract: Permanent Status: Confidential hire An established nursery group is seeking an experienced R

Ready for your next contract starting in February?.Due to increased workload, were looking to recruit.Project Engineers/Technicians across the UK to join us on fixed-term contracts,.

The successful Planning Lawyer will take on a varied planning law caseload, including, but not limited to: - Section 106 agreements - Highways agreements, including s and s - Public rights of way - Planning enforcements - Planning Committees The Planning Lawyer role is to begin in February for an

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week and 24 hours per week. Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service are recruiting for an Instructor , on a full time, permanent and one permanent part-time basis. In return you will receive a competitive salary of £39,862 £44,075 per annum/ pro rata. Were looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and proactive individual, with instructor qualifications and experience of delivering training relevant to operational firefighting. Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service proudly serves Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland attending over 8,000 emergency incidents each year. Our Training and Development department plays a vital role in keeping our communities safe. We do this by supporting the knowledge, skill and behavioural development of our firefighters and providing a high-quality training service to members of the Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service team. We currently have two permanent vacancies available: one full-time and one part-time (24 hours per week) Please indicate on your application form which position you are applying for. This could include driving, firefighting, work at height, water rescue, hazardous materials, trauma care and/or incident command. You will be a key member of the training and development team, working to provide training to both operational personnel and support staff. You will need to be able to think fast and be confident working in a busy environment, presenting, coaching and mentoring situations. This is a challenging but immensely rewarding position. If youve got what it takes, we want you to join us. Support and development will be available relevant to the instructor skill sets. CPD will be maintained and supported for any instructor qualifications. Hybrid working may be considered for this role Benefits you will receive: Competitive salary Flexible working Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays Full support for ongoing professional development On-site gym facilities Free onsite parking Access to an emergency services Blue Light discount card Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support Access to the Services 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire. Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include: Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion Department of Works and Pensions Disability Confident scheme Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA) Closing date: 23:59 21 January 2026 Interview date: w/c 02 February 2026 If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework. The highest level relevant to the role is outlined in the person specification for the position you are applying for. The interview may include both behavioural and role-specific questions to assess your suitability. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace. Pension Considerations Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team. Sponsorship Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Instructor then please click apply now Wed love to hear from you! TPBN1_UKTJ

Telephone Interviews:** W/C 26th JanuaryInterviews Scheduled: W/C 2nd FebruaryThe OpportunityAs Manufacturing Engineering Manager, your accountabilities will include, but are not limited to* Overseeing manufacturing engineering teams and developing the personnel that perform and support

Year 3 Teacher - Adoption leave Cover (February Start). Contract: Full-time, February half-term start until July (with potential to extend depending on leave taken). Are you passionate about inspiring young learners and making a real difference? We are looking for a dedicated Year 3 Teacher to join

NQ Solicitors – February / March 2026 Intake. Qualifying in England & Wales in February or March 2026 (or early interest for September 2026).

Industry Sector(s): Aerospace, Automotive & Road Transportation, Building & Civil Engineering, Defence, Security & Ballistics.Job Description: The Technical Sales Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining a customer base sufficient to meet assigned market share and sales volume goals.Inc

NQ Solicitors – February / March 2026 Intake.