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Head of Research Location: Sheffield/Hybrid working Salary: £63,526 per year, rising to £65,924 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Closing date: 05/04/2026 The Role We’re looking for a Head of Research to establish and lead our new research function, setting our organisation’s research agenda and strategic direction from the very beginning, embedding a culture of rigour, ethics and inclusivity. Leading a team of research professionals, you’ll design and deliver in house research projects, commission independent studies, and collaborate across our organisation to translate evidence into recommendations. Your work will deepen our understanding of the profession we regulate and support our mission to protect the public. This is a unique opportunity to create something new and different, for a national organisation at the cutting edge of regulation and developments in social work. The Organisation Social Work England is the specialist regulator for social work in England, focused on enabling positive change in social work. Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. We believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those we regulate – to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people’s lives. What you will do In this role, you’ll create, develop and lead a high impact research function that is insight led, innovative and aligned to our strategy. Key responsibilities include: • Developing, commissioning and delivering research that supports effective regulation and organisational priorities., • Using quantitative and qualitative approaches to generate robust evidence, balancing rigour with resources and competing priorities., • Building and maintaining effective relationships with regulatory partners, research organisations and academic institutions; representing us in national research forums., • Leading and developing our new team, setting clear priorities, and fostering a culture of performance, curiosity, learning and continuous improvement., • Overseeing research commissioning with strong governance, ethics, co-production and inclusivity embedded throughout., • Monitoring developments in social work and regulation; analysing findings and advising leaders on implications, risks and opportunities., • Producing and presenting concise, accessible research outputs, suitable to a wide range of audiences . At Social Work England, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We are fearless, independent, ambitious, transparent, collaborative and we act with integrity. We’re looking for colleagues who live these values every day. In addition, for this role you will need: • Significant experience of designing and delivering research, including commissioning independent studies., • Significant experience of defining research questions and using quantitative and qualitative methods to generate actionable evidence., • Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills, with evidence of working in a complex, multi-stakeholder and multi-disciplinary environment., • The ability to build and develop connections across networks within the research and regulatory sectors., • Experience of strategically leading teams, setting clear priorities and objectives., • A track record of coproduction, creativity, and delivering benefits through strategic programmes of work. We’d love to hear from you. Apply now to lead a research function that supports effective regulation and makes a real difference to people’s lives. The Benefits In addition to your salary, we also offer: • Hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the office., • 25 days annual leave, rising with service to 30 days per annum, plus bank holidays., • The option to purchase up to an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum., • A TIDE award-winning inclusive culture, with staff networks, social events and forums., • Job type: Permanent, • Working pattern: Full time. We offer flexible working subject to business need., • Salary: £63,526 per year, rising to £65,924 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Social Work England, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Project Engineer – Gas SectorHome-Based with travel across the UKPermanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits Join a leading force in the gas industry, delivering safe, innovative, and technically advanced energy solutions across the UK. The OpportunityA skilled and motivated Project Engineer is required to join a dynamic engineering team working across gas infrastructure projects nationwide. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the successful candidate will manage projects from feasibility through to commissioning, ensuring technical integrity, safety compliance, and commercial success. This is a key role with exposure to all stages of project development — from design and planning to on-site delivery and stakeholder management. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery • Lead full-cycle delivery of gas infrastructure projects, including installations, • Maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines, • Prepare functional specifications, drawings, and supporting documentation, • Perform engineering calculations to recognised industry standards, • Ensure all works comply with relevant UK codes and safety regulations, • Participate in hazard and risk reviews, • Oversee site installation and commissioning activities, • Conduct inspections, testing and site troubleshooting, • Liaise with customers, authorities, and third parties, • Provide technical updates and reporting, • Recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM) or suitable experience, • Previous experience in project engineering (gas distribution or transmission, LPG, oil & gas, or similar), • Strong working knowledge of gas flow systems and technology, • Skilled in CAD, MS Project, and relevant engineering tools, • Excellent communication and reporting skills, • Willingness to travel Competitive salary and benefits packageCareer development in a high-growth, technical environmentSupportive and collaborative engineering teamEngaging projects focused on safety, efficiency, and sustainabilityReal opportunity to contribute to the UK’s energy transition

Chronos Energy are looking to recruit a BMS Project Engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality controls solutions from concept to completion? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where technical excellence meets commercial awareness? If so, we want to hear from you. Our client are an energy services company who decarbonise large buildings and estates. The Role You’ll take ownership of BMS projects across their full lifecycle from design and specification, through tendering and commercial review, to project delivery and handover. Working within a multi-disciplinary environment, you’ll lead on controls design, manage subcontractors, support work-winning teams, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. What You’ll Be Doing • Leading solution design, surveys, audits and BMS specifications, • Producing accurate, compliant and costed controls designs, • Managing subcontractors and third-party specialists, • Supporting tenders with clear, competitive proposals, • Coordinating with MEP consultants and internal teams, • Overseeing commissioning, witnessing, and client handover, • Ensuring compliance with CIBSE, BSRIA, CDM and electrical safety regulations, • Acting as the key interface between client, designers, subcontractors and IT teams You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering major upgrades, refurbishments, and new-build projects ensuring seamless integration of control systems into a common head end. What We’re Looking For • Proven experience delivering BMS/controls projects in multi-disciplinary teams, • Strong client-facing and subcontractor management skills, • Experience in costed design, tendering and commercial evaluation, • Knowledge of control networks, remote communications and system integration, • Commissioning and/or maintenance experience, • Solid understanding of industry regulations and safety standards

Air Conditioning Engineer - National Scope, North/ Scotland based - Overtime available Job description MJ Quinn is a contractor for the provision of Mechanical, Electrical services. Our Mechanical and Electrical Department for the role of the Air Conditioning Engineer is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and servicing of various HVAC equipment on client buildings, covering the length and breadth of the UK. Reporting to the Head of Technologies and Products, within the Cooling Division. Works would be predominantly servicing in the buildings for the contracts that we deliver whilst carrying out the installation and commissioning of our products, and to act as a line of support to our clients throughout the UK, but with a special focus in the Northern regions. Key Responsibilities: • To always promote a positive and professional image of the department, by adhering to company policies, procedures, and standards., • Work as part of a larger team to develop working practices and procedures., • Attend various types of premises to installation new various types of cooling units and associated systems / services., • Issue all paperwork associated with newly installed projects., • Attend client premise to de-gas existing DX air conditioning units., • Attend client premise to fault find and fix various types of cooling units., • Take warranty calls from client representatives to fault find over a telephone call., • Work as part of an out of hours call out team on an agreed rota., • Performing quality checks to ensure systems are working efficiently and safely., • Discuss the requirements with the customer / client., • Inspecting, testing, certifying, and commissioning of all works completed., • Identifying and rectifying faults., • Collection of key data and ensuring that it is captured within their job report., • Maintain and build up a good working relationship with internal and external stakeholders including colleagues, customers, suppliers, and senior management teams., • Be able to work efficiently and effectively as part of a team., • Communicate effectively with all other departments. Person Specification: To be successful in this role the Air conditioning engineer will: • Hold a full driving license with no more than 6 points and no bans within the last 12 months., • Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems., • Hold a valid CSCS card., • Experience in a previous role., • Have strong planning, organisation, and monitoring abilities., • Enjoy a challenge, have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels., • Have a high standard of numeracy., • Be computer literate., • A clear understanding and knowledge of British standard practices., • A legal right to work in the UK., • As a requirement for the Mechanical and Electrical Department an enhanced DBS check must be passed due to the client buildings being visited., • Willingness to continue training and development Benefits: • 33 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays and company closures, • Overtime Available, • Employee Bonus Scheme., • Company Van., • Healthcare Cashback Plan., • Employee Assistance Programme., • Cycle to Work Scheme., • Company Contribution Pension Scheme., • Parental Leave & Pay., • Employee Reward and Recognition., • Learning and Development Opportunities., • Gym & Retail Discounts., • Life Assurance Benefit. If you’re looking for a new challenge and want to join a dynamic company, we want to hear from you! Diversity Statement MJ Quinn welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of their background, disability or gender and is committed to creating a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.

Solutions Lead | National Social Care Provider UK (Flexible / Home-Based) Salary: £75,000 per annum Benefits: Mileage, pension, 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off, wellbeing support + additional benefits Are you a Head of Transformation / Project Manager / Change Management Lead with the Social Care sector and looking for a new opportunity? Then this might be the role for you... Remit Compass Associates have been mandated to support the appointment of a Solutions Lead for a leading national social care provider. This is a newly created, high-impact role designed to strengthen the organisation’s service proposition, improve bid quality and drive sustainable growth across key service lines. This position will play a critical role in enhancing how the organisation designs, positions and delivers care solutions, with an initial focus on the Extra Care market, alongside broader exposure to domiciliary care, reablement and supported living. Role Description The Solutions Lead will be responsible for the design, development and continuous improvement of innovative, person-centred service propositions, ensuring alignment with commissioning requirements, regulatory frameworks and market demand. You will act as the bridge between market intelligence, operations and bids, translating insight into commercially viable, differentiated solutions that improve win rates and support long-term growth. This role offers significant visibility across the senior leadership team and will play a key part in shaping future service strategy. Key Points • Accountable for developing and refining service propositions across multiple care services, • Lead market and competitor analysis to inform bid strategy and positioning, • Translate operational needs and commissioning requirements into scalable service models, • Work closely with Bids, Operations, Quality, Finance and Marketing teams, • Support mobilisation of new contracts, ensuring smooth transition into delivery, • Drive continuous improvement through data, benchmarking and market insight, • Regular engagement with commissioners, partners and internal stakeholders, • Field-based role with national travel (c.1–2 days per week) Role Overview As the Solutions Lead, you will take ownership of shaping and evolving the organisation’s service offering, ensuring it remains competitive, innovative and aligned to the evolving social care landscape. You will operate with a strategic and commercially focused mindset, balancing innovation with practical delivery, and ensuring solutions are both high-quality and financially sustainable. This role requires a confident communicator who can influence at all levels, from operational teams through to Executive leadership, while maintaining a clear focus on outcomes and growth. Requirements • Strong experience within Extra Care or a closely aligned social care setting, • Background in operations, transformation, commissioning or service design, • Proven ability to develop innovative service models and improve commercial outcomes, • Experience supporting or leading bid development and solution design, • Strong understanding of social care frameworks, commissioning and regulatory requirements, • Commercially astute with the ability to interpret market data and competitor activity, • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, • Highly analytical, solution-focused and comfortable working autonomously Location This is a home-based role with flexibility on location across the UK, with regular national travel required. Interview Process The interview process will be conducted in two stages: • Initial Teams interview (Tom Berrisford, Compass Associates), • Teams interview (Hiring Manager), • Final stage presentation interview (senior leadership) Summary My client is seeking a strategic, innovative and commercially minded Solutions Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping future service delivery and driving growth. This is a unique opportunity to join a large, forward-thinking organisation and influence how care is designed and delivered at scale. Recommendations Compass Associates Ltd is acting as the recruitment consultancy for this confidential assignment. We offer £200 John Lewis vouchers for each successful recommendation. Contact: If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact: Tom Berrisford, Director of Elderly Care 0161 667 6556 | 07539 468698 |

This is an office based, electrical engineer and operational role, bridging design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring that our data centre electrical infrastructure meets the highest standards. The Electrical Operations Engineer will: • Oversee the execution of electrical designs from contractors and design engineers., • Ensure systems are installed, commissioned, and handed over according to specification., • Act as a technical and operational interface between design teams, contractors, and operations. Essential • Qualified Electrical Engineer (BEng/MEng, HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering)., • Strong experience in data centre, industrial, or critical infrastructure operations., • Hands-on experience with electrical systems, commissioning, and site operations., • Knowledge of electrical safety, compliance, and testing procedures., • Experience with UPS, LV/HV systems, switchgear, and power distribution in data centres., • Understanding of PUE, energy efficiency, and operational KPIs., • Experience in construction oversight and contractor management. Operational Oversight • Monitor electrical installation works against design drawings and specifications., • Conduct site inspections and verify quality, compliance, and safety of installations., • Coordinate with contractors and design engineers to resolve issues quickly., • Ensure adherence to UK electrical regulations, standards, and best practice., • Maintain documentation and records of inspections, tests, and compliance checks., • Act as the main point of contact for electrical systems between operations, construction, and design teams., • Report progress, issues, and recommendations to the Head of Engineering., • 33 days annual leave, • 4 x Death in Service Benefit JBRP1_UKTJ

About The Role Associate / Associate Director Project Management Location: Manchester Currie & Brown is seeking a motivated and experienced Associate / Associate Director to join our project management team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality projects for our clients while helping to shape the future growth of our regional business. In this pivotal position, youll support our project leaders, deliver successful outcomes for clients, and contribute to a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. This role offers a clear development pathway toward future Director opportunities. About the Role As an Associate Project Manager, you will manage and deliver a wide range of project and programme management services, ensuring projects are completed efficiently, profitably, and to the highest professional standard. You will take responsibility for leading projects, supporting the wider PM team, developing junior colleagues, and strengthening client relationships. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver projects and professional commissions from inception to completion Lead multiple projects as the primary project manager Maintain clear and effective communication across project teams Manage client and project teams to deliver services on time and within budget Undertake site visits, surveys, and meetings with contractors, clients, and stakeholders Produce accurate and timely project outputs, reporting, and documentation Build strong, professional relationships with clients through effective communication and delivery Mentor and support junior staff, helping them progress toward RICS or equivalent chartership Contribute to business development activities and help generate new opportunities Support the Northern Head of Project Management with day-to-day team operations Manage project finances, including forecasting, reporting, and fee management Prepare proposal content and support bid submissions Lead multidisciplinary consultant teams on a range of construction projects Monitor project performance, proactively managing risks and taking corrective action where required Establish strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring requirements and approvals are fully captured Oversee end-to-end project execution, ensuring all goals and deliverables are defined and achieved Coordinate design, development, construction, commissioning, and technical inputs using internal SMEs Manage change control processes in line with client requirements through to successful handover Report on cost, programme, health and safety, and project performance using appropriate tools What Were Looking For Degree in project management, construction management, building surveying, engineering, or equivalent Chartered status (MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM) or membership of an equivalent professional body Minimum five years project delivery experience within a consultancy or contractor environment Experience in pre- and post-contract services and reporting to external clients Proficiency with estimating software, including BIM-linked tools Strong written, verbal, and client-facing communication skills Well-organised, proactive, commercially aware, and able to manage competing priorities A collaborative team player with a positive, professional, and flexible approach Desirable Experience Previous line management experience and ability to delegate effectively Programming/scheduling skills (MS Project, ASTA, or equivalent) Design management experience Project financial management and cash flow forecasting Familiarity with NEC and JCT forms of contract Broad experience across capital and revenue projects Strong understanding of project management methodologies (particularly APM) Ability to run projects independently with minimal senior oversight About The Company Why Currie & Brown? Currie & Brown is one of the worlds leading physical assets management and construction consultancies, known for our expertise, innovation, and global reach. With offices across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, India, and Asia Pacific, we offer the opportunities of an international business with the collaboration of a close-knit team. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We also support the Armed Forces Covenant, ensuring fair treatment for those who serve or have served and their families. Join us and help shape the future of project management at Currie & Brown. JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior/Lead Mechanical Design Engineer Abercorn Sinclair is delighted to partner with Stanelco RF Technologies as they seek to appoint an experienced Senior/Lead Mechanical Design Engineer. Benefits: • Holidays:2527days+8bankholidays, • Pension:6%EmployerContribution, • WorkingHours:Flexiblestart/finisharoundcorehourswith1/2dayFriday., • LifeAssurance Based in Marchwood, Southampton, Stanelco RF Technologies (Stanelco) is a division of Biome Technologies plc. Stanelcos small, multidisciplinary team specialises in the design and manufacture of bespoke engineering solutions for a wide range of industries utilising induction heating and dielectric welding systems. With a strong focus on high-frequency RF technologies, projects typically range from £50k to £500k+ and include RF heating systems, electrical and electronic control systems, and integrated mechanical handling solutions for the Medical, Industrial and Nuclear sectors. Delivery timelines vary from 3 to 12 months, covering the full process from project acquisition through to commissioning and compliance. The Role Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the successful candidate will operate as a key member of a multi-disciplinary engineering team, with technical ownership of the mechanical design and development of complex industrial process equipment, from concept through to manufacture, installation, and commissioning. The role includes exposure to electromechanical systems, thermal and dielectric processing, and bespoke machinery. You will own the mechanical design process and CAD system (Solid Edge), including standards, best practices, and design release. Candidate Profile Given the size and nature of the business, this role offers some flexibility and can be tailored to the skills and experience of the successful candidate. We welcome applications from experienced Senior / Lead Engineers who can provide authoritative leadership across mechanical design, safety, and compliance. Ideally, you will be educated to degree level (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering and have several years demonstrable experience in the development and integration of industrial machinery or bespoke process equipment. You will be a natural problem-solver, comfortable operating in a hands-on, project-driven engineering environment. Key Design Responsibilities Design of bespoke machinery, translating customer and product requirements into robust mechanical designs that meet performance, safety, and regulatory expectations. Design and integrate appropriate material handling systems, including part loading/unloading, fixturing, alignment, and operator interaction. Work closely with the Head of Engineering and the Electrical Engineering team to ensure correct mechanical integration of RF generators and electrical components. Technical Skills & Experience Strong proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D drawing production and part management using Solid Edge (SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or similar). Experience designing and integrating dielectric (RF) heating and welding systems or closely related thermal or high-voltage process equipment. The design of sheet metal components and assemblies including frames, enclosures, panels, guards, and structural elements. Experience designing mechanical aspects of electronic packaging, including enclosures, mounting, and thermal considerations. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tolerancing, and DFM/DFA principles. Design of systems requiring hydraulics and pneumatics. Design of conveyor/material handling systems. Selection and integration of motors, gearboxes, and drive systems including stepper and servo motors. Experience working with third-party suppliers, contract manufacturers, and external vendors. Additional Skills & Experience (Advantageous) Experience acting as a technical lead or design authority. Exposure to on-site installation, commissioning, and fault-finding. Familiarity with machinery safety standards and compliance requirements such as CE and UKCA. Experience managing supplier technical queries, design changes, and quality issues. Documentation, Compliance and Quality Generate and approve technical documentation including detailed drawings, BOMs, design calculations, tolerance analysis, and risk assessments. Ensure designs comply with relevant machinery safety standards and internal engineering processes. Support compliance activities including CE and UKCA marking. The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to play a critical technical role within a highly specialised engineering company with a global reach, influencing technical direction, product safety and compliance, and long-term engineering capability while working on challenging, bespoke solutions. Compensation & Benefits A competitive base salary, commensurate with experience, plus an attractive benefits package. About Abercorn Sinclair Abercorn Sinclair is a specialist technical recruitment consultancy based in Edinburgh, providing bespoke talent solutions to innovative engineering and technology-led businesses. JBRP1_UKTJ

We are actively recruiting for an Air Conditioning Engineer for asuccessful and established HVAC design and installation business. The head office is in Sheffield. The company is accredited to various recognised bodies including REFCOM Elite, CHAS, Safe contractor, and Constructionline. Key Duties: • Experienced and time servedEngineer installing and working on a wide variety of commercial refrigerationand air conditioning VRF/VRV and split systems, • Working on a wide variety of centralised controllers, control panels and refrigeration controls/electrical circuits, • Commissioning of large VRF/VRV and split air conditioning systems, • Able to read drawings and schematics, • Effectively diagnose, identify faults and failures with equipment and systems, providing effective solutions, • Liaisewith the projects department and company directors on a day to day basis, • Coordinate and control installations on site, • Where necessary liaise with the client to maintain excellent stakeholder relationships, • Work in a safe and controlled manner following all necessary internal health & safety processes and client specific site requirements, • Experienced Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer, • Ideally NVQ Level 2 qualification in Refrigeration & Air conditioning, • You will require to be F-Gas and ideally EN 378 compliant, • Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write reports, • High quality workmanship, • You will be confident in your own ability, • Flexible to assist with call out rota, and if required out of normal working hours service, • Open to work on all types of mechanical systems where required, • Strong problem solving skills anda can do attitude, • Good electrical competence including the ability to read wiring schematics and test control circuits Interested candidates should apply now. JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Description: Children's Transformation and Commissioning Lead We are supporting a local authority to appoint a senior leader to drive a complex and high-profile Children's Services transformation agenda. This role will lead system-wide improvement across SEND, early help, sufficiency and commissioning, working closely with partners across health, education and the voluntary sector to deliver sustainable change, improve outcomes and reduce financial pressure. Key Areas of Focus • SEND reform, including Safety Valve, demand management and inspection readiness, • Service redesign into localities, strengthening partnership footprints and early intervention, • Strategic leadership of Family Help / Early Help transformation and prevention, • Commissioning and re-commissioning, including market development and partnerships, • Children's homes sufficiency, placements and cost reduction strategies, • Ofsted / SEND inspection readiness, governance and performance improvement About You, • Senior leader (Head of Service / Assistant Director or equivalent), • Strong experience across SEND, commissioning and transformation, • Proven track record delivering sufficiency and inspection improvement, • Experienced in multi-agency system leadership (LA, ICB, VCS) Talent International UK and it's subsidiaries, Digital Gurus, Infinite Talent and Rethink act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this opportunity, you accept the TandC's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be JBRP1_UKTJ

About us Plessey has a long history of innovation. Founded in 1956, we have evolved from one of Europe’s earliest semiconductor pioneers into the world’s most advanced MicroLED specialist. Over the decades, Plessey has built a first class, fully integrated platform designing, manufacturing, and engineering next-generation display technologies entirely in-house. This end to end capability, combined with our strong IP portfolio, uniquely positions us to lead the scaling of MicroLEDs from lab innovation to high-volume production. Our future is even brighter. We believe MicroLEDs will define the next era of technology—powering ultra-efficient AR/VR displays, driving optical processors that make AI faster and more sustainable, and enabling devices yet to be imagined. With our unique expertise and talented team, we are positioned to lead this transformation. It’s an exciting time to join us: Plessey has recently been acquired by Haylo Labs, accelerating our growth and opening new opportunities. Our Values • Innovation, • Collaboration, • Commitment, • Care Location Located at our head office and state-of-the-art fabrication facility in Plymouth. About the Role • Taking a central role in developing new and applying existing measurement and modelling techniques to help to develop new technologies., • Developing novel measurement methods for QW micro-LED structures., • Working in close collaboration with the Process Development and Process Architecture teams., • Identifying reasons for and solutions to performance limiting behaviour., • Developing and introducing new techniques to help characterise and understand the operation of our micro-LED structures., • Liaise with research institutions such as universities and government laboratories with a view to commissioning work outside of the scope that is possible within Plessey., • Produce clear and concise reports for dissemination of results among the engineering community. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise • Ph.D or MSc in Physics., • Strong knowledge of semiconductor device physics and optoelectronic principle., • Hands-on experience with optical and electrical characterisation techniques for LEDs or photonic devices., • Substantial experience with semiconductor measurements and a demonstrated ability to learn and develop device models., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team., • Experience with RF would be an advantage.

High Voltage Operative (11kV AP) Nationwide Sites | Head Office: Hertfordshire | Full Time | £65k–£70k+ + Overtime & On-Call Overview An established Independent Connections Provider (ICP) is seeking an experienced High Voltage Operative to deliver contestable electrical network connection projects across the UK. This is a field-based role focused on the safe installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of HV and LV network assets (up to 11kV) across renewable, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure developments. The Role Operational Delivery • Deliver construction, commissioning, and maintenance works on 11kV contestable connections, • Install and terminate HV/LV cables and associated plant, • Undertake testing and commissioning of cables and electrical equipment, • Carry out HV & LV switching operations, • Isolate, earth, and identify points of work, • Issue and manage safety documentation in line with HV safety rules, • Work closely with project managers, engineers, and DNO/IDNO representatives, • Maintain accurate site documentation including test sheets and as-built records, • Support programme delivery through efficient and safe site execution About You Qualifications & Authorisations • 11kV Authorised Person (AP) status essential, • Current AP certification (IDNO/DNO preferred), • HNC in Electrical Engineering (desirable), • EUSR SHEA Power, • Street Works & Cable Identification, • IOSH / NEBOSH / SMSTS advantageous, • Minimum 5+ years in HV network construction or maintenance, • Experience delivering ICP contestable works, • Strong understanding of HV switching, commissioning, and testing, • Familiar with DNO/IDNO standards and compliance frameworks, • Strong safety-first mindset, • Technically competent and confident working on live networks, • Flexible and prepared to travel nationwide with overnight stays, • Able to support and guide site teams with sound technical knowledge What’s on Offer • £65k–£70k+ basic salary, • Overtime and on-call payments, • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Company vehicle and fuel card, • Ongoing training and HV authorisations, • EMI scheme (post-qualifying period), • Private healthcare, • Death in service benefit Summary This is a senior, hands-on HV operational role suited to an experienced 11kV Authorised Person looking to work on diverse nationwide connection projects within a growing ICP environment.

Head of Research Location: Sheffield/Hybrid working Salary: £63,526 per year, rising to £65,924 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Closing date: 05/04/2026 The Role They’re looking for a Head of Research to establish and lead their new research function, setting their organisation’s research agenda and strategic direction from the very beginning, embedding a culture of rigour, ethics and inclusivity. Leading a team of research professionals, you’ll design and deliver in house research projects, commission independent studies, and collaborate across the organisation to translate evidence into recommendations. Your work will deepen their understanding of the profession they regulate and support their mission to protect the public. This is a unique opportunity to create something new and different, for a national organisation at the cutting edge of regulation and developments in social work. The Organisation The organisation is the specialist regulator for social work in England, focused on enabling positive change in social work. Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. They believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those they regulate – to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people’s lives. What you will do In this role, you’ll create, develop and lead a high impact research function that is insight led, innovative and aligned to their strategy. Key responsibilities include: • Developing, commissioning and delivering research that supports effective regulation and organisational priorities., • Using quantitative and qualitative approaches to generate robust evidence, balancing rigour with resources and competing priorities., • Building and maintaining effective relationships with regulatory partners, research organisations and academic institutions; representing them in national research forums., • Leading and developing their new team, setting clear priorities, and fostering a culture of performance, curiosity, learning and continuous improvement., • Overseeing research commissioning with strong governance, ethics, co-production and inclusivity embedded throughout., • Monitoring developments in social work and regulation; analysing findings and advising leaders on implications, risks and opportunities., • Producing and presenting concise, accessible research outputs, suitable to a wide range of audiences . Their values are at the heart of everything they do. They are fearless, independent, ambitious, transparent, collaborative and they act with integrity. They’re looking for colleagues who live these values every day. In addition, for this role you will need: • Significant experience of designing and delivering research, including commissioning independent studies., • Significant experience of defining research questions and using quantitative and qualitative methods to generate actionable evidence., • Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills, with evidence of working in a complex, multi-stakeholder and multi-disciplinary environment., • The ability to build and develop connections across networks within the research and regulatory sectors., • Experience of strategically leading teams, setting clear priorities and objectives., • A track record of coproduction, creativity, and delivering benefits through strategic programmes of work. They’d love to hear from you. Apply now to lead a research function that supports effective regulation and makes a real difference to people’s lives. The Benefits In addition to your salary, they also offer: • Hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the office., • 25 days annual leave, rising with service to 30 days per annum, plus bank holidays., • The option to purchase up to an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum., • A TIDE award-winning inclusive culture, with staff networks, social events and forums., • Job type: Permanent, • Working pattern: Full time. They offer flexible working subject to business need., • Salary: £63,526 per year, rising to £65,924 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation , please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Head of Research Location: Sheffield/Hybrid working Salary: £63,526 per year, rising to £65,924 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Closing date: 05/04/2026 The Role We’re looking for a Head of Research to establish and lead our new research function, setting our organisation’s research agenda and strategic direction from the very beginning, embedding a culture of rigour, ethics and inclusivity. Leading a team of research professionals, you’ll design and deliver in house research projects, commission independent studies, and collaborate across our organisation to translate evidence into recommendations. Your work will deepen our understanding of the profession we regulate and support our mission to protect the public. This is a unique opportunity to create something new and different, for a national organisation at the cutting edge of regulation and developments in social work. The Organisation Social Work England is the specialist regulator for social work in England, focused on enabling positive change in social work. Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. We believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those we regulate – to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people’s lives. What you will do In this role, you’ll create, develop and lead a high impact research function that is insight led, innovative and aligned to our strategy. Key responsibilities include: * Developing, commissioning and delivering research that supports effective regulation and organisational priorities. * Using quantitative and qualitative approaches to generate robust evidence, balancing rigour with resources and competing priorities. * Building and maintaining effective relationships with regulatory partners, research organisations and academic institutions; representing us in national research forums. * Leading and developing our new team, setting clear priorities, and fostering a culture of performance, curiosity, learning and continuous improvement. * Overseeing research commissioning with strong governance, ethics, co-production and inclusivity embedded throughout. * Monitoring developments in social work and regulation; analysing findings and advising leaders on implications, risks and opportunities. * Producing and presenting concise, accessible research outputs, suitable to a wide range of audiences . * Driving strategic decision-making, role-modelling our values, and playing a leadership role in our directorate and organisation more broadly. including deputising for senior leaders as needed. About you At Social Work England, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We are fearless, independent, ambitious, transparent, collaborative and we act with integrity. We’re looking for colleagues who live these values every day. In addition, for this role you will need: * Significant experience of designing and delivering research, including commissioning independent studies. * Significant experience of defining research questions and using quantitative and qualitative methods to generate actionable evidence. * Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills, with evidence of working in a complex, multi-stakeholder and multi-disciplinary environment. * The ability to build and develop connections across networks within the research and regulatory sectors. * Experience of strategically leading teams, setting clear priorities and objectives. * A track record of coproduction, creativity, and delivering benefits through strategic programmes of work. * A clear commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in both research practice and service delivery. Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you. Apply now to lead a research function that supports effective regulation and makes a real difference to people’s lives. The Benefits In addition to your salary, we also offer: * Hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. * 25 days annual leave, rising with service to 30 days per annum, plus bank holidays. * The option to purchase up to an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum. * A TIDE award-winning inclusive culture, with staff networks, social events and forums. * A contributory NEST pension, life insurance, an employee recognition scheme and cycle to work scheme. Details * Job type: Permanent * Working pattern: Full time. We offer flexible working subject to business need. * Salary: £63,526 per year, rising to £65,924 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. * Location: Sheffield/Hybrid To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Social Work England, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application

Head of Research Location: Sheffield/Hybrid working Salary: £63,526 per year, rising to £65,924 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Closing date: 05/04/2026 The Role We're looking for a Head of Research to establish and lead our new research function, setting our organisation's research agenda and strategic direction from the very beginning, embedding a culture of rigour, ethics and inclusivity. Leading a team of research professionals, you'll design and deliver in house research projects, commission independent studies, and collaborate across our organisation to translate evidence into recommendations. Your work will deepen our understanding of the profession we regulate and support our mission to protect the public. This is a unique opportunity to create something new and different, for a national organisation at the cutting edge of regulation and developments in social work. The Organisation Social Work England is the specialist regulator for social work in England, focused on enabling positive change in social work. Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. We believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those we regulate - to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people's lives. What you will do In this role, you'll create, develop and lead a high impact research function that is insight led, innovative and aligned to our strategy. Key responsibilities include: • Developing, commissioning and delivering research that supports effective regulation and organisational priorities. * Using quantitative and qualitative approaches to generate robust evidence, balancing rigour with resources and competing priorities. * Building and maintaining effective relationships with regulatory partners, research organisations and academic institutions; representing us in national research forums. * Leading and developing our new team, setting clear priorities, and fostering a culture of performance, curiosity, learning and continuous improvement. * Overseeing research commissioning with strong governance, ethics, co-production and inclusivity embedded throughout. * Monitoring developments in social work and regulation; analysing findings and advising leaders on implications, risks and opportunities. * Producing and presenting concise, accessible research outputs, suitable to a wide range of audiences . * Driving strategic decision-making, role-modelling our values, and playing a leadership role in our directorate and organisation more broadly. including deputising for senior leaders as needed. About you At Social Work England, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We are fearless, independent, ambitious, transparent, collaborative and we act with integrity. We're looking for colleagues who live these values every day. In addition, for this role you will need: • Significant experience of designing and delivering research, including commissioning independent studies. * Significant experience of defining research questions and using quantitative and qualitative methods to generate actionable evidence. * Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills, with evidence of working in a complex, multi-stakeholder and multi-disciplinary environment. * The ability to build and develop connections across networks within the research and regulatory sectors. * Experience of strategically leading teams, setting clear priorities and objectives. * A track record of coproduction, creativity, and delivering benefits through strategic programmes of work. * A clear commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in both research practice and service delivery. Sound like you? We'd love to hear from you. Apply now to lead a research function that supports effective regulation and makes a real difference to people's lives. The Benefits In addition to your salary, we also offer: • Hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. * 25 days annual leave, rising with service to 30 days per annum, plus bank holidays. * The option to purchase up to an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum. * A TIDE award-winning inclusive culture, with staff networks, social events and forums. * A contributory NEST pension, life insurance, an employee recognition scheme and cycle to work scheme. Details • Job type: Permanent * Working pattern: Full time. We offer flexible working subject to business need. * Salary: £63,526 per year, rising to £65,924 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. * Location: Sheffield/Hybrid To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Social Work England, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

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