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Cherrystone Nursery Level 3 Nursery Practitioner 40 hours per week Monday-Thursday, All year round Salary: £29,681.60 per annum Cherrystone Nursery is a warm and dedicated day nursery and preschool for children aged 3 months to 5 years, located in the heart of Stoneleigh, Surrey. Following an exciting garden refurbishment, the nursery now offers two large, age specific outdoor spaces for 0-2s and 2-5s. Featuring a brand new climbing frame, growing patch, wendy house and creative art area to inspire exploration and play. Inside, children enjoy five large, spacious rooms designed to spark curiosity and support every stage of development. With convenient onsite parking, just a short walk from Stoneleigh Broadway and moments from Stoneleigh station and only minutes from a local bus stop, Cherrystone Nursery provides an accessible, nurturing enviorment where children can learn, grow and thrive. We are currently seeking a Nursery Practitioner to join our team. This full-time role requires working 40 hours per week, with shifts between 7:30 am and 6:00 pm. The ideal candidate will hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification. Please note, this is a year-round position, as the nursery operates throughout the year and is not term-time only. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn upto £750, • Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s, • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays, • Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available, • Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth, • Excellent Transport Links As Nursery Practitioner, you will: • Ensure that each child’s individual needs are met and a high standard of professional care and education is delivered in a caring, safe and secure environment in which all children can play, learn and develop, • Observe, assess and plan an interesting, stimulating and challenging range of early years activities which supports each child’s individual learning and development needs and abilities, • Engage as a professional member of the team, exhibiting a flexible attitude and willingness to develop new skills, • Ensure that company policies and procedures are read, applied, reviewed regularly and adhered to by all, • Follow risk assessments diligently and report all health and safety matters to management, • Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As Nursery Practitioner, you will need: • Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification - essential, • Fluent in written and spoken English - essential, • Over 1 year’s experience of working in Early Years - desirable, • Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. The Cherrystone Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group. At Family First, we value our

Cherrystone Nursery Level 3 Nursery Practitioner 40 hours per week Monday-Thursday, All year round Salary: £29,681.60 per annum Cherrystone Nursery is a warm and dedicated day nursery and preschool for children aged 3 months to 5 years, located in the heart of Stoneleigh, Surrey. Following an exciting garden refurbishment, the nursery now offers two large, age specific outdoor spaces for 0-2s and 2-5s. Featuring a brand new climbing frame, growing patch, wendy house and creative art area to inspire exploration and play. Inside, children enjoy five large, spacious rooms designed to spark curiosity and support every stage of development. With convenient onsite parking, just a short walk from Stoneleigh Broadway and moments from Stoneleigh station and only minutes from a local bus stop, Cherrystone Nursery provides an accessible, nurturing enviorment where children can learn, grow and thrive. We are currently seeking a Nursery Practitioner to join our team. This full-time role requires working 40 hours per week, with shifts between 7:30 am and 6:00 pm. The ideal candidate will hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification. Please note, this is a year-round position, as the nursery operates throughout the year and is not term-time only. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn upto £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Excellent Transport Links As Nursery Practitioner, you will: Ensure that each child’s individual needs are met and a high standard of professional care and education is delivered in a caring, safe and secure environment in which all children can play, learn and develop Observe, assess and plan an interesting, stimulating and challenging range of early years activities which supports each child’s individual learning and development needs and abilities Engage as a professional member of the team, exhibiting a flexible attitude and willingness to develop new skills Ensure that company policies and procedures are read, applied, reviewed regularly and adhered to by all Follow risk assessments diligently and report all health and safety matters to management Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As Nursery Practitioner, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification - essential Fluent in written and spoken English - essential Over 1 year’s experience of working in Early Years - desirable Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. The Cherrystone Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group

Cherrystone Nursery Level 3 Nursery Practitioner 40 hours per week Monday-Thursday, All year round Salary: £29,681.60 per annum Cherrystone Nursery is a warm and dedicated day nursery and preschool for children aged 3 months to 5 years, located in the heart of Stoneleigh, Surrey. Following an exciting garden refurbishment, the nursery now offers two large, age specific outdoor spaces for 0-2s and 2-5s. Featuring a brand new climbing frame, growing patch, wendy house and creative art area to inspire exploration and play. Inside, children enjoy five large, spacious rooms designed to spark curiosity and support every stage of development. With convenient onsite parking, just a short walk from Stoneleigh Broadway and moments from Stoneleigh station and only minutes from a local bus stop, Cherrystone Nursery provides an accessible, nurturing enviorment where children can learn, grow and thrive. We are currently seeking a Nursery Practitioner to join our team. This full-time role requires working 40 hours per week, with shifts between 7:30 am and 6:00 pm. The ideal candidate will hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification. Please note, this is a year-round position, as the nursery operates throughout the year and is not term-time only. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn upto £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member’s Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Excellent Transport Links As Nursery Practitioner, you will: Ensure that each child’s individual needs are met and a high standard of professional care and education is delivered in a caring, safe and secure environment in which all children can play, learn and develop Observe, assess and plan an interesting, stimulating and challenging range of early years activities which supports each child’s individual learning and development needs and abilities Engage as a professional member of the team, exhibiting a flexible attitude and willingness to develop new skills Ensure that company policies and procedures are read, applied, reviewed regularly and adhered to by all Follow risk assessments diligently and report all health and safety matters to management Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As Nursery Practitioner, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification - essential Fluent in written and spoken English - essential Over 1 year’s experience of working in Early Years - desirable Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. The Cherrystone Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group

This role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. There are four positions available: two permanent roles and two 24‑month fixed‑term contracts. We are excited to be hiring four Commissioning & Contract Officers to play a key role in discharging adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which be require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residentsAbout the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This role will be central to a highly visible team with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for delivering the commissioning, procurement and contract management of skills provision across Surrey; ensuring that commissioned providers deliver high quality, value for money services that meet local economic, employer and resident needs; and contributing to all aspects of the commissioning cycle - including analysis, planning, procurement, delivery and review - to ensure provision aligns to the county's economic priorities and statutory/funding requirements. The Commissioning & Contract Officers will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and connecting into complementary programmes such as Connect to Work and WorkWell. Key responsibilities and outcomes Commission and deliver programmes through effective planning, procurement and mobilisation to improve employment outcomes Manage contracts, performance, finances and risk to ensure delivery on time, on budget and against KPIs Collaborate with providers, employers and partner programmes to address skills shortages Use data and insight to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement Ensure strong governance, compliance and reporting across all funding and regulatory requirementsYour Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience in commissioning, contracts, procurement and project delivery Knowledge of public‑sector funding and governance, ideally in a local authority Able to manage multiple priorities at pace and meet deadlines Strong analytical and organisational skills, with clear reporting Effective relationship‑builder with providers and partnersTo apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of commissioning provision from external organisations. What was your role and how did you ensure an outcome-focused approach? Describe your experience of managing contracts. How did you monitor performance, quality and compliance?This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 10th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled for Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th May. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs

This role has a starting salary of £61,784 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract. We are excited to be hiring a new Skills for Jobs Development Lead to play a key role in discharging adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which may require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residentsAbout the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a highly visible role with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for driving innovation, collaboration and systemic change in Surrey's skills ecosystem; developing a resilient and responsive local skills market with clear pathways and pipelines; and co-designing skills provision to ensure Surrey's residents and employers can benefit from high quality and inclusive training opportunities. The Skills for Jobs Development Lead will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and helping integrate change into complementary employment and business support programmes. Key responsibilities and outcomes Lead the development and delivery of a countywide Skills for Jobs strategy, driving system change and informing commissioning. Shape a responsive skills market by strengthening provider capacity, aligning provision with employer demand, and targeting priority sectors and gaps. Build and sustain senior employer and stakeholder partnerships to co-design skills provision and unlock co‑funding opportunities. Embed best practice, insight and performance management across programmes, ensuring measurable improvements for residents and employers. Enable joined-up working across partners and internal teams, contributing to wider Economy & Growth initiatives and overall programme success.Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and experience and align with our : Senior experience in skills, employability or economic development. Proven ability to develop and deliver strategy in complex partnership settings. Experience of leading change, including co‑design with employers and providers. Strong stakeholder influence and partnership‑building skills. Excellent analytical, communication and problem‑solving capability.To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of leading or contributing to the transformation of a skills or employability system. What was your role, what changed as a result and how did you sustain long‑term impact? Provide examples (up to three) of how you have worked with employers and skills providers to ensure local provision met employers' needs. How did you ensure employer input translated into real changes in delivery and outcomes? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled to take place on Monday 1st June. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we are committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs

This role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. Are you a change professional ready to help transform Surrey's adult skills and employability system? Can you help to co-design skills provision that is future-focused and helps to unlock economic growth? We are excited to be hiring a new Change and Improvement Officer to help discharge adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which may require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a highly visible role with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for helping to drive continuous improvement across the Council's skills and employability programmes; generating and applying key insights to ensure delivery is evidence-led, inclusive and aligned to county wide priorities and statutory responsibilities; and communication key information and supporting engagement with a range of stakeholders. The Change & Improvement Officer will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and helping to integrate change into complementary employment and business support programmes. Key responsibilities and outcomes Lead performance, insight and reporting to improve outcomes and value for money. Support market engagement and commissioning, ensuring responsiveness and quality. Manage risk, compliance, assurance and data governance. Drive continuous improvement and innovation across systems and delivery. Contribute to joined‑up Economy & Growth delivery, including cross‑cutting programmes.Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience in change/performance or commissioning within public services. Strong data analysis and dashboard reporting skills. Practical use of continuous improvement approaches. Experience with risk, assurance and audit. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of contributing to a key transformation project, ideally related to skills or employability provision. What was your role and what changed as a result? Describe how you have used data to generate insights and drive innovation. How did you ensure the insights you generated translated into real changes and positive outcomes? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled to take place on Monday 8th June. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview

This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract. We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Change and Improvement Officer to help discharge adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which may require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a highly visible role with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for leading strands of the adult skills transformation strategy; driving improvements in employer engagement, provider capacity/capability, programme design and system collaboration; and co-designing skills provision to ensure Surrey's residents and employers can benefit from high quality and inclusive training opportunities. The Senior Change and Improvement Officer will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and helping to integrate change into complementary employment and business support programmes. Key responsibilities and outcomes Deliver skills transformation initiatives aligned to Surrey's Skills for Jobs strategy. Build effective employer, provider and stakeholder partnerships to support co‑design and engagement. Use data and insight to inform commissioning, provider development and decision‑making. Support change management and operational delivery to address skills gaps and improve outcomes. Contribute to joined‑up Economy & Growth delivery, including cross‑cutting programmes.Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience delivering change and improvement in skills, employability or a similar public service area. Good understanding of adult skills, labour markets and employer demand. Ability to build effective partnerships and working relationships. Confident using data and insight to inform action. Strong communication, organisation and collaborative skills.To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Provide examples (up to three) of transformation projects/programmes you have led or contributed to. What was your role, what changed as a result and how did you sustain long‑term impact? Describe your experience of working with employers to drive a complex multi-stakeholder project or programme. What was your role and how did you ensure employer input translated into real changes in delivery and outcomes? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled to take place on Tuesday 2nd June. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we are committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs

This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. There are two positions available: one permanent role and one 24‑month fixed‑term contract. Are you ready to play a key role in the end-to-end commissioning and contract management of county-wide skills programmes? Can you excel in a high performing team to ensure contracted provision improves outcomes for residents and employers? We are excited to be hiring two Senior Commissioning and Contract Officers to play a key role in discharging adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which be require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residentsAbout the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This role will be central to a highly visible team with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the commissioning and contract management cycle for skills provision across Surrey (including Adult Skills Fund and Skills Bootcamps); ensuring high quality and compliant services that provide value for money and support local economic priorities, employer demand and resident skills needs; and providing professional expertise to plan, procure, mobilise, performance‑manage and continuously improve provision. The Senior Commissioning & Contract Officers will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and connecting into complementary programmes such as Connect to Work and WorkWell. Key responsibilities and outcomes Commissioning and delivery of skills programmes to improve employment outcomes Contract, performance and risk management to ensure KPIs, value for money and timely delivery Stakeholder and partnership engagement across providers, employers and system partners Data‑led continuous improvement using insight to drive impact Governance, compliance and reporting, including funding, audit and safeguarding Team and horizontal working across Economy & Growth programmesYour Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and experience: Experience in commissioning, contract and programme management Strong understanding of procurement and performance management Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities and work at pace Experience within a local authority environment Confident using data, financial and performance information and working with skills providersTo apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of commissioning skills provision. Include how you identified need, developed specifications and ensured provision met learner and labour market requirements. Describe your experience of managing complex contracts for skills provision and/or managing a team with responsibility for managing complex contracts. What was your role and how did you monitor performance, quality and compliance?This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 10th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled for Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th May. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs

Centre for Economic Performance (CEP).Research Assistant ("Pre-Doc").Salary from £36,513 to £41,565 p.Fixed‑term appointment for one or two years, depending on the candidate’s preference.The Centre for Economic Performance seeks to appoint one research assistant under the direction of Dr.The r

Joining as a Political Scientist (Masters / PhD) / Data Scientist with a strong background in quantitative social science and political economy to support country‑risk research and analysis, you will help shape the strategic decisions of the world’s leading organizations. You will collaborate wi

Widening Participation – Academic Registrar’s Division.Evaluation Manager (Access) – maternity cover.Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance.This is a fixed-term appointment for one year and is full time.We are seeki

A global insurance leader in London is seeking a Political Risk Credit Officer to join their Credit Risk Team.

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university.Department of Geography and Environment.LSE Fellow in Economic Geography.This is a career development position, fixed term for two years, with a start date of September 2026.An LSE Fellowship is intended to be an entry

History and Political Science Content Expert. Author original history and political science questions that test deep conceptual understanding. History, Political Science, International Relations, or a closely related field.

Join us a Political Risk Credit Officer to play your part in that transformation. AIG’s Credit Lines (Trade Credit, Trade Finance, and Political Risk) help Corporates (medium and large companies) from a wide variety of industry sectors and Financial Institutions navigate the complexities of local

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is looking for a Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of estate development projects on its central London campus.

Role: Senior Political Violence & Terrorism Underwriter. Middlemore are representing a high-growth, internationally recognised (re)insurance platform to appoint a Senior Underwriter within their Political Violence & Terrorism (PVT) team, based in London. Underwrite a portfolio of Political Violence

A leading AI talent organization seeks a History and Political Science Content Expert to develop original questions that assess deep understanding in the field. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or equivalent with a strong grasp of historiographical methods, political theory, and excellent written

ESRC Postdoctoral Fellow (5 posts available).Salary is awarded at £46,933 inclusive of London allowance.This is a fixed term appointment for up to nine months or up to eighteen months part-time.The call is open to applicants who have completed their PhD at a UK research organisation.Fellowships are

Develop deep expertise in the Political Violence, Political Risk and Credit lines. This is a pivotal, front-facing role supporting underwriting strategy across Political Violence, Political Risk and Credit portfolios, with opportunities to contribute to other classes as the team continues to expand.

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is seeking a Director of Commercial & Growth for its Lifelong Learning division.

The Pricing Actuary will be responsible for Actuarial pricing primarily for the Company's Political Violence, Political Risk and Credit portfolios (with a focus upon account pricing, benchmark rate reviews and portfolio analyses). Develop a deep understanding of the Political Violence, Political Ris

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is seeking a Research Officer in Economic Evaluation to join the EuroHeartPath project, evaluating new technologies in cardiovascular care.

JSS in Greater London seeks an experienced Credit & Political Risk Underwriter to join a growing team. Candidates must have at least 4 years of experience in the Credit & Political Risk Insurance market or Banking Industry, with strong analytical skills and a university degree related to geopolitics

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university.Programmes Manager (Postgraduate).Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance.Lead delivery of the Law School’s large Master of Laws (LLM) prog

High Finance (UK) Limited is seeking a Broker Technician to work in a hybrid capacity from the City of London.The role includes monitoring policies through the Action Point system, calculating policy premiums by requesting figures from clients, drafting various endorsements for policies, and binding

The division is recognised for its deep market expertise, innovative approach, and tailored client solutions across an evolving geopolitical risk landscape. Supporting the day‑to‑day placement and servicing of Terrorism and Political Violence business within the London Market. Previous experienc

Join us a Political Risk Credit Officer to play your part in that transformation. Make your mark in Trade Credit**AIG’s Credit Lines (Trade Credit, Trade Finance, and Political Risk) help Corporates (medium and large companies), from a wide variety of industry sectors and Financial Institutions, n

This role involves maximizing mid and high-value income to support electoral objectives, aligning the fundraising strategy with the political cycle, and ensuring sustainable income growth and effective donor engagement.

Political Scientist/Data Scientist to design and deploy quantitative models for advanced analytics.

The London School of Economics and Political Science seeks an LSE Fellow in Health Policy to enhance the Department's scholarship and teaching.

ITN is seeking a dynamic reporter to join their award-winning political team. The role involves delivering compelling political stories for TV and digital platforms, with responsibilities including original reporting, live interviews, and analysis.

Research Manager (Political and Social Consulting). This Research Manager role sits within the Social and Political Consulting team. This role will require someone who has already learned and successfully applied their quantitative social and political research skills.

The Pricing Actuary will be responsible for Actuarial pricing primarily for Chaucer’s Political Violence, Political Risk and Credit portfolios (with a focus upon account pricing, benchmark rate reviews and portfolio analyses). Develop a deep understanding of the Political Violence, Political Risk

Design, build, and optimize risk models using our political risk data. Collaborate cross-functionally with political scientists, data scientists, and backend developers. Subject matter experience with political science, geopolitics, or country risk.

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is looking for a Programmes Administrator to provide high-quality administrative support for postgraduate programmes.

Mercor is hiring a History and Political Science Content Expert to develop assessment questions related to history and political science. Ideal candidates will possess excellent written English and a solid understanding of political theory.

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a world-leading university dedicated to the social sciences.

AEGIS London is looking for an Underwriter for its Political & Financial Risk team. The ideal candidate will have robust experience in the Political and Financial Risk insurance market, excellent analytical and presentation skills, and a proactive mindset.

The LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE is seeking a Senior Salesforce Administrator/Developer.

Join us as a Senior Underwriter, Political Risk and Trade Finance, to grow your career at the forefront of Credit Lines insurance. Make your mark in Trade Finance and Political Risk. With underwriting hubs in Asia, EMEA and North America, the Political Risk group manages a global risk portfolio.

To manage, underwrite and grow (profitably) the Political Violence and Crisis Management delegated authority (DA) book. To take responsibility for all DA business within the Political Violence and Crisis Management from a business planning, production and oversight perspective. Support the Head of P

Fitch Solutions is looking for a Political Scientist (Masters/PhD) / Data Scientist to work in London or Manchester. This role involves designing and deploying quantitative models to analyze political risk data.

The group aims to be a world‑leading centre of teaching and research in political economy, developing governance and organisational solutions to contemporary environmental and technological challenges. Faculty use economics, political economy, and related disciplines to study organisational and in

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university.Philanthropy and Global Engagement Division (PAGE).Foundation Partnerships Executive.Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive, with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance.We are looking

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is seeking an LSE Fellow in Health Policy to contribute to teaching and research in the Department of Health Policy.

Political (Social) Scientist (Masters / PhD) / Data Scientist. Design, build, and optimize risk models using our political risk data. Collaborate cross-functionally with political scientists, data scientists, and backend developers.