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Complex Care Service Manager (CQC) Hours: Full-time Salary: £35,000 per annum (DOE) Location: Colchester (CO1) An excellent Domiciliary Care Provider is currently looking for a Service Manager to join them on a full-time permanent basis. Are you interested? They're looking for a Service Manager to join their supportive and diverse team. You'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality care and driving the growth of their services. You'll work closely with an award-winning team, benefiting from a supportive network and access to cutting-edge technologies to help you succeed. This role reports directly to the Deputy/Registered Manager. About the company: They specialise in supporting individuals with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, complex behaviours that challenge, and those who require a high level of support and personal care. Within this role you'll need previous experience in the following: • At least 2 years in a management or supervisory role within health and social care, • Hands-on experience in managing a domiciliary care service, • Track record of managing and motivating an effective team, • Strong understanding of current legal responsibilities and standards Ideally you'll need: • Have experience working as a Manager in domiciliary care, • Full UK Driving License The duties of this role would include but are not limited to: • Managing and Supervising Support Workers, • Individual Care Plans: Regularly update and review care plans, • Risk Assessments, • Salary: £35000 per year, • Comprehensive Training, • Full time hours, • Company pension, • Free parking, • Excellent Bonus and progression opportunities The provider are able to offer a competitive salary of £35,000 per annum (DOE) with a generous annual leave package, a group pension, parking-on site and many more! If you're interested in this role then please apply now! Know someone who would be suitable and interested? Please refer them to us at Chase Medical and ask for Rob. Chase Medical are a specialist recruitment agency in Social Care and Primary Care settings. #INDTRC2022

Job Category: Social Care ChildrenRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Civic OfficesWorking Hours: 37.0 We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Social Worker If you are seeking a change and are motivated to support our carers supporting children, we have an opportunity for you to join us. This is an ideal opportunity to use your knowledge and experience of working with foster carers and children we care for to supervise and enhance the development of foster carers. This is a Full time role working 37 hours per week. The Role Supervising social workers manage and support a caseload of foster carers to provide excellent care to ensure the best outcomes for children we care for and supporting carers to apply a trauma-informed approach in their care of children. The role of the supervising social worker is critical in supporting the carer to develop good relationships with children and their families, providing stable nurturing family homes for as long as the children need to be with them. In this role you will: • Support, supervise and develop a caseload of foster carers, • Promote excellent trauma‑informed care and placement stability, • Build strong relationships with carers, children, and professionals, • Ensure statutory requirements and service standards are met, • Work confidently across a range of fostering types, including the Mockingbird model You will: • Be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England, • Have post‑qualifying experience with children in care and/or foster carers, • Understand therapeutic and trauma‑informed approaches to parenting, • Communicate confidently and clearly with children, carers, families and professionals, • Be able to motivate, support and challenge to achieve excellent outcomes, • Have strong analytical, report‑writing and presentation skills, • Be resilient, organised, flexible, and able to prioritise competing demands, • Be comfortable travelling outside Portsmouth when required (including occasional overnight stays) Informal Enquiries - If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Dave Crewe - Interview details: Interviews will take place on 09/04/2026 and 10/04/2026. About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Application process We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience. We are a disability confident employer and have an Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however, for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria More information can be found at ___ You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. Safeguarding Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Standard/Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS privacy notice before submitting any information. You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on .

Ready to lead a high-performing sales team and deliver exceptional customer experiences? Join Parkdean Resorts as a Holiday Homes Sales Manager and take charge of driving sales success at your park. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate, results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll inspire and develop your team, plan and execute marketing strategies, and ensure every customer enjoys a seamless journey to holiday home ownership - all while hitting and exceeding ambitious targets. • Lead and motivate a team of sales advisors and administrators, • Plan and deliver marketing campaigns to maximise lead generation and social media engagement, • Drive sales performance through coaching, training, and regular 1-2-1s, • Manage stock and ensure accurate marketing across all channels, • Support customers from enquiry to handover, including finance options and after-sales care, • Analyse sales data to identify opportunities and exceed targets, • Proven track record of exceeding sales targets in a B2C environment, • Experience leading and developing successful sales teams, • Strong business and financial acumen, • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, • Resilient, driven, and passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences, • The chance to develop your skills and boost your career across our 65 parks – we’ve got your back when it comes to training!, • You’re never on your own with our Employee Assistance Programme! It comes with a 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support - because your wellbeing is our top priority., • A 50% discount for you and a 25% discount for friends and family when booking your holiday with us., • A team member discount of 30%, available on everything from fabulous food to delicious drinks and even our fun leisure activities., • Score awesome discounts! From tasty meal kits like Hello Fresh to your favourite local gyms, we’ve got deals on lots of brands just for you. We want to be a force for good and caring for our parks, people, and planet is a natural component of the way we do business. We celebrate our people, communities and natural environment, enabling us to enhance the amazing memories we create for many years to come. At Parkdean Resorts, every park is a place to start something great; a place where you can develop your skills, take on new challenges, and thrive alongside a team that supports you every step of the way. Our parks create meaningful memories for our guests and know that great service is more than a smile - it’s understanding the value of every moment. Because it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. Join a team that puts heart into every holiday. Be the Heart of the Park. Parkdean Resorts takes safeguarding seriously therefore background checks including DBS (or equivalent) will be carried out if appropriate. We want to do all we can to create an environment and recruitment process where people feel safe and comfortable to talk about disability. For any reasonable adjustment requests as part of the recruitment and assessment process, please contact Holly at .

Job Category: Social Care ChildrenRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Glen House, Southampton (Adopt South)Working Hours: 30 We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Social Worker to be part of our Adoption Assessment and Support team, who offer a holistic approach to helping families and children when they have challenges and need our support. You could help us transform the lives of adopted children and young people. This is a part time role working 30 hours per week. About Adopt South Adopt South is a regional adoption agency, launched in April 2019. The agency is formed through the partnership between Hampshire County Council, Isle of Wight Council, Portsmouth City Council and Southampton City Council, with support from voluntary adoption agencies, Adoption UK, Barnardo’s and PACT. The Role Based at Glen House in Swanwick, you will work directly with families to positively transform the lives of adopted children. Your passion, enthusiasm and collaborative style will play a crucial role in ensuring successful outcomes for our parent(s) and children. Having extensive experience and strong assessment skills, you will meet with families to complete Suitable To Adopt Report Assessments, deliver robust support plans, as well as development work and training of prospective adopters Your experience and skills will also contribute to our training and workshop objectives, peer to peer support groups and family fun events. This varied role is a fantastic opportunity for a social worker professional with three years' experience, who has empathy and creative thinking. We will support your learning and development, so you will be confident in introducing innovative therapeutic approaches and ideas that support families and our adoptive community. The ideal candidate You will need to have/be • A degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work, • Registration with Social Work England, • Experience of working with children and families in social work setting, • Concise verbal and written communication skills, • Mediation and negotiation skills, • Ability to assess risks, needs, and to analyse information and recognise problems, • Understand equalities issues in social work practice and principals of safety, dignity and empowerment, • Understand philosophies, professional social work issues and legal frameworks, • Understand data protection/confidentiality and need for accurate and timely recording, • Highly organised and able to manage time and conflicting demands effectively, • Willing to learn and develop in the role, with ongoing training and personal development Informal Enquiries If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact - Rebecca Bowles or Vicky Moore Team Manager, please email or with your contact number and availability for informal discussion. About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Our Recruitment process We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it We are a disability confident employer and have an Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however, for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria. More information can be found at ___ Safeguarding Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Standard/Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS ___ before submitting any information. You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on .

Job Category: SurveyorsRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Civic Offices, Guildhall Square, PortsmouthWorking Hours: 37 About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Job introduction We are looking for a Building Safety Officer to join our Building Services team. This is a full-time, permanent role based at the Civic Offices in Portsmouth, with hybrid working available. The role is office based at least 3 days per week and you will need to travel as required between PCC Assets in Portsmouth, Havant, Gosport, Fareham and Winchester. Your new role We are seeking individuals to work as part of the Building Safety Team within the Compliance Service at Portsmouth City Council. The Building Safety Team is responsible for cooperating with the Principal Accountable Person and Responsible Person's in relation to whole building safety and ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021 and other legislation. The officer will assist the Building Safety and Fire Manager regarding building safety including structural safety and fire safety on the Council's housing stock and commercial properties as well as the buildings that private sector housing regulate. To provide advice to other areas of the council on building safety including social housing, private sector housing and other directorates on both housing and commercial assets. Please see the full job profile attached at the bottom of this page for all details of the role and responsibilities! Who is the person? The ideal candidate is someone who will: • Have a degree qualification in a relevant building surveying, fire safety or construction related subject and either hold or be working towards full IFE member status. Where candidate doesn’t currently hold member status, they are to demonstrate significant practical experience. Where candidates are not full members then assistance will be given to obtain membership., • Have a level 4 diploma in fire safety., • Have or be willing to work towards a level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management., • Have good knowledge of building design, building construction technology and fire safety., • Have demonstrable experience of working on high-rise buildings., • Have excellent working knowledge and understanding of building related legislation and its application. Specifically, the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, building regulations, fire safety, the Housing Act including the HHSRS and the Social Housing Act including Consumer Standards., • Have good knowledge, experience and be able to apply construction related health & safety legislation, specifically, the CDM Regulations 2015 and asbestos at work regulations., • Have experience of preparing and delivering high quality, written and verbal reports as well as the ability to write, disseminate and assess detailed technical reports and advise on the findings., • Experience of managing and leading complex construction projects ideally in buildings which are considered high risk with multiple external consultants from feasibility, procurement, contract administration until practical completion., • Have knowledge of contracts, contract law and guidance including their application and administration. Specifically, to include a range of contracts within the JCT and NEC contract suites., • Have relevant experience of using all Microsoft packages; in particular be able to demonstrate practical IT skills using MS Excel spreadsheets to analyse data and MS Project to assist planning projects and deliver of works as well as the ability to use various software packages as part of undertaking the role., • Have a working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar drawing packages to produce and be able to interpret and comment on complex drawings to ensure design proposals meet the customer brief., • Be an excellent communicator and assertive as necessary ensuring excellent working relationships are maintained. Be able to engage with resident groups regarding building safety and investigate complaints., • Be able to interrogate, analyse and evaluate stock data, project information and repair details providing updates to government agencies as required. Be able to manage the Building Projects Database, ensuring consistency and quality of recording of information., • Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritise work to ensure that deadlines are met. Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: ___ You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at ___ Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on . If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please call Amy Holmes, Head of Compliance on or email You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: ___ Assessment day: 14th April 2026.

Job Category: Social Care ChildrenRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Civic OfficesWorking Hours: 28.5 We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Social Worker If you are seeking a change and are motivated to support our carers supporting children, we have an opportunity for you to join us. This is an ideal opportunity to use your knowledge and experience of working with foster carers and children we care for to supervise and enhance the development of foster carers. This is a part time role working 28.5 hours per week. The Role Supervising social workers manage and support a caseload of foster carers to provide excellent care to ensure the best outcomes for children we care for and supporting carers to apply a trauma-informed approach in their care of children. The role of the supervising social worker is critical in supporting the carer to develop good relationships with children and their families, providing stable nurturing family homes for as long as the children need to be with them. In this role you will: • Support, supervise and develop a caseload of foster carers, • Promote excellent trauma‑informed care and placement stability, • Build strong relationships with carers, children, and professionals, • Ensure statutory requirements and service standards are met, • Work confidently across a range of fostering types, including the Mockingbird model You will: • Be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England, • Have post‑qualifying experience with children in care and/or foster carers, • Understand therapeutic and trauma‑informed approaches to parenting, • Communicate confidently and clearly with children, carers, families and professionals, • Be able to motivate, support and challenge to achieve excellent outcomes, • Have strong analytical, report‑writing and presentation skills, • Be resilient, organised, flexible, and able to prioritise competing demands, • Be comfortable travelling outside Portsmouth when required (including occasional overnight stays) Hybrid Working - You will be required to work at least 2 working days in office. Informal Enquiries - If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Donna Parnum - About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Application process We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience. We are a disability confident employer and have an Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however, for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria More information can be found at ___ You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. Safeguarding Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Standard/Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS privacy notice before submitting any information. You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on .

Job Category: Community SafetyRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Across Gosport Town Hall, Portsmouth Civic Offices and in the communityWorking Hours: 37 About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration , inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Job introduction We are looking for a Travel Safe Team Leader to join our new Travel Safe team. This is a full-time role based across Gosport Town Hall, Portsmouth Civic Offices and in the community. It is a Fixed Term Contract/Secondment until 31st March 2028. Your new role The Travel Safe Team will be a new team made up of one Travel Safe Team Leader, one Travel Safe Supervisor, and twelve Travel Safe Officers. The operational service runs from 14:00–00:00 on Fridays, 07:00–00:00 on Saturdays, and 07:00–17:00 on Sundays, with officers working varying 10‑hour shifts to provide full coverage across key transport routes. The Travel Safe Team Leader will work Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00, with weekend working expected particularly during the initial phase of the role to support service implementation, establish operational consistency, and provide leadership during peak demand periods. This is a proactive, community focused service designed to improve safety, confidence and the overall experience across local transport networks. Operating across key bus routes, transport hubs and areas affected by antisocial behaviour (ASB), the team provides a visible and reassuring presence for passengers, transport staff and surrounding communities. Officers apply a balanced approach of engagement, education and enforcement to encourage responsible behaviour and address issues that impact safety or cause nuisance. Through uniformed, accredited patrols, the service helps create cleaner, safer and more welcoming journeys for all users. The service works collaboratively with Hampshire County Council, Gosport Borough Council, Portsmouth City Council, Hampshire & IOW Constabulary and local transport operators. Using intelligence, data, and community feedback, officers are deployed to ASB hotspots, emerging problem areas and locations requiring reassurance. Their work includes tackling environmental ASB such as fly‑tipping and graffiti, responding dynamically to incidents, and enforcing relevant legislation under Community Safety Accreditation Scheme (CSAS) powers. Strong partnership working and a problem‑solving approach ensure that the service delivers both immediate safety benefits and long‑term improvements across the transport network. Who is the person summary: The ideal person for this role is a confident, proactive leader who thrives in a dynamic, public facing environment. They bring experience in supervision, enforcement, or community safety, and can balance operational oversight with direct engagement on the ground. They naturally foster professionalism and accountability within their team, offering coaching, guidance and constructive feedback to maintain consistently high standards across all shifts. They are skilled in managing antisocial behaviour through a proportionate, balanced approach that combines engagement, education and enforcement. Comfortable exercising delegated powers, they can issue Fixed Penalty Notices, gather robust evidence, and make sound decisions under pressure. They respond quickly to incidents, apply dynamic risk assessments, and handle competing priorities with calm judgement and resilience. A key part of the role is the ability to build and sustain strong, effective relationships with partner agencies, including Police, Social Care, Homeless Outreach teams, drug and alcohol services, local schools, youth services and wider community organisations. They are confident representing the service at community meetings, case panels and multi agency problem solving sessions, ensuring that concerns are addressed collaboratively and that the service plays an active role in safeguarding and wider community wellbeing. For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached. Our recruitment process Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: ___ You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at ___ Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on . If applying as a secondment you will need permission from your current line manager releasing you for this secondment. Please state you have this on your personal statement on the application. You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: ___

Help London’s entrepreneurs thrive London is powered by its small businesses — from high street makers to local service providers and digital entrepreneurs. At London & Partners , our mission is to drive resilient, sustainable and inclusive economic growth for the capital. Purpose of role The Small Business Programmes Executive will support the delivery of the Made Smarter programmes as well as other activities within the team. The post holder will support the delivery of governance systems and processes to streamline operations; the inputting of data into our CRM database system to support the delivery of our digital and in-person business support service to SMEs; and the creation of reports based on our data to comply with our reporting requirements as well as, provide insights that can support improvements in our support for SMEs as well as optimise our operations. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to develop your programmes support, governance, compliance, data and digital technology experience at the same time as delivering significant social impact. o Risks and issues, to ensure awareness and understanding of these and implementation of appropriate and timely mitigations • Provide financial support to the team in creating and maintaining budget spreadsheets, raising and processing purchase orders and invoices in compliance with L&P procedures as well as collecting evidence of expenditure from grant recipients and ensuring they are compliant with funding rules, • Support on all aspect of the team governance, arrange the different project meetings and produce meeting documentation such as agendas; minutes and presentations; support the team in producing and maintaining project documentation such as risk and issue logs, action lists and project plans, as directed., • Support the team in tracking project performance against targets, co-ordinating and updating progress of documents, reports for the programme and input and update of quality business support and services data into CRM database and other reporting mechanisms to support the delivery of the Made Smarter programme, • Create reports to meet compliance obligations on a regular basis from data recorded on CRM database. Retrieving and cleansing data as requested to support the timely provision of insights and datasets to inform service improvements, • Contribute to optimising our operations by providing insights from data to guide improvements, • Support the team to liaise with key stakeholders and other organisations to help maintain excellent working relationships; supporting the team with a wide range of stakeholders at various levels, decide on appropriate responses to queries and respond, when necessary, on behalf of the team, • Carry out any other administrative tasks for the project as required, including booking rooms and refreshments and handle day to day enquires and supporting the booking system, • Manage email inboxes as required to ensure that programme queries are dealt with in a timely and professional manner, • Coordination of workshops with delivery partners which could include creating and collecting feedback from partners, venue booking, registering attendees and other associated tasks, • Any other reasonable duties to support the Small Business Directorate., • Knowledge of project management, including data analysis, project planning and evaluation, • Well-developed IT skills, experience of using financial and content management systems and processes and excellent report writing skills, • In-depth knowledge of Excel and other MS Office tools including PowerPoint and Word, • In-depth knowledge of database systems (e.g. Salesforce) including data entry and cleansing and experience using CRM systems, e.g. Salesforce, is desirable, • Knowledge of data collection software (e.g. google forms, smart survey) desirable, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, • Ability to effectively develop and implement work plans, • Organise all tasks to be delivered to the required standards., • Ability to achieve deadlines and targets, • Excellent attention to detail with high professional standards, • Proficiency in administrative procedures; and an ability to work effectively within a target-driven, KPI process-driven environment In addition, you will be able to demonstrate attention to detail, willingness to be flexible based on the requirements of the team, ability to multi-task and willingness to collaborate with other team members as well as work on your own initiative when required to do so Personal style and behaviour · Service-driven, with a passion for delivering exceptional stakeholder value · Proactive team player, contributing creative and innovative solutions to projects and objectives. · Adopts an agile approach, remaining productive in ambiguous and fast changing environments. · Helps foster collaboration, constructive dialogue and builds trust with peers. · A learning mindset, using challenges and opportunities to improve team and own performance. · Through good self-awareness, motivates oneself, seeking opportunities to develop own potential. · Takes responsibility and ownership of project tasks, continuously aiming to improve performance. • ? Competitive Salary: We value your contributions and ensure you are rewarded accordingly., • ? Learning & Development Opportunities: Continuous growth is at the heart of our culture, with ample opportunities for professional development., • ? Strong Culture of Belonging: We foster an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued and supported., • ? Various Networks for Staff: Connect with like-minded colleagues through our numerous staff networks., • ? Competitive Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our robust pension plan., • ? Networking Opportunities: Expand your professional network within your chosen field., • ? Geopolitical Insights: Gain unique perspectives on global economic and political trends., • ? Hybrid Working Arrangement: Enjoy the flexibility of working both remotely and in-office., • ✈️ WorkFlex: Take advantage of opportunities to work abroad and experience different cultures. London's diversity is its biggest asset. At London & Partners, we aim to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity of the city that we promote. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or assignment, faith or disability. We also appreciate that many people require flexibility in their working patterns and encourage you to talk to us at interview about any flexibility you may need, be it full-time, job-share, or part-time. We encourage applications from all sections of the community. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

This role sits within a care provider delivering residential and supported living services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, with a strong focus on person-centred care, quality, and compliance. Contract Details: • Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience), • Location: Colchester, Essex, • Contract Type: Full-time, permanent, • Working Pattern: 40 hours per week, with on-call duties as required Job Overview This opportunity is ideal for an experienced social care professional ready to take full Registered Manager responsibility for a single service or group of services. You will lead service delivery under the direction of the Managing Director, ensuring high standards of care, strong governance, and full compliance with CQC and relevant legislation, while developing teams and driving continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Take Registered Manager responsibility for a single service or group of services under the direction of the Managing Director., • Ensure services comply with the Health & Social Care Act 2008, The Care Act 2014, CQC regulations, and all relevant Health & Safety requirements., • Deliver a needs-led, person-centred service that promotes choice, independence, and dignity for adults with learning disabilities., • Maintain the highest standards of care, safeguarding, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance., • Lead, coach, and develop staff, promoting strong leadership and professional growth., • Work collaboratively with families, professionals, and external stakeholders., • Drive continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery., • Oversee leadership, quality management, and operational performance across services., • Manage delegated budgets effectively in line with company policies and procedures., • Report financial discrepancies to the Managing Director and ensure compliance with financial systems and controls. Person Specification • Proven experience as a Registered Manager or in a senior management role within adult social care., • Strong working knowledge of CQC requirements, safeguarding, and relevant legislation., • A person-centred approach with a clear focus on quality and outcomes., • Confident leader with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop teams., • Organised and resilient, with the ability to manage competing priorities., • Comfortable working autonomously while reporting into senior leadership., • Strong communication skills with professionals, families, and stakeholders., • Committed to continuous improvement and high standards of care

Quality Assurance Manager – 3x Care Homes – AV1875A Colchester (covering 3x Residential care homes) Full Time – 40 hours | Hybrid Working Negotiable DOE) Travel required between services We are recruiting an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across three care homes in the Clacton-on-Sea area. This is a pivotal, strategic and hands-on role where you will oversee standards across multiple homes, ensuring full compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements and the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations. Working closely with Home Managers and the Regional Manager, you will provide practical support, coaching, and oversight to ensure each home consistently delivers high-quality, person-centred care and remains inspection-ready at all times. Key Responsibilities Quality Auditing & Monitoring Develop and implement a structured internal audit programme across all operational areas. Conduct regular, evidence-based audits aligned to CQC Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOEs). Produce detailed reports highlighting compliance, risk areas, and best practice. Track KPIs and quality metrics to monitor performance trends. Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership. Work collaboratively with Home Managers to develop measurable action plans. Support implementation and sustainability of improvements. Verify that corrective actions are embedded effectively. Promote a positive culture of accountability and learning. Ensure ongoing compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards. Conduct mock inspections and provide coaching to managers and staff. Keep services up to date with legislative changes and sector best practice. Support policy review and development. Lead biannual resident and staff surveys. Analyse feedback, identify trends, and present improvement plans. Support managers to communicate outcomes and embed positive change. Identify learning needs arising from audits or incidents. Provide mentoring and targeted support where quality issues are identified. Encourage a culture of professional development and continuous improvement. Act as a safeguarding champion across services. Support investigations relating to quality or compliance concerns. Maintain robust governance systems and accurate documentation. Improvement & Action Planning Regulatory Compliance & Inspection Readiness Resident & Staff Engagement Training & Mentoring Governance & Safeguarding About You Essential: Strong working knowledge of CQC regulations and adult social care governance. Experience in a senior care leadership role (e.g., Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, Quality Lead). Proven experience conducting audits and implementing improvement plans. Confident communicator with the ability to influence and support teams. Highly organised and able to manage multiple sites. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between homes. Desirable: Level 4/5 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent). Experience overseeing multiple services. Knowledge of dementia and end-of-life care best practice. Lead quality and compliance across three care homes. Play a key role in shaping service standards and inspection outcomes. Hybrid working model. Work with a supportive senior leadership team. Why Apply? If you are an experienced care professional with a passion for governance and raising standards, we would love to speak with you. To Apply Please contact Lauren on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to discuss this opportunity

82240 This Ganger will report to Field Staff Supervisor and will work within Network Operations - EPN Areas based in our Colchester office. You will be permanent employee in our Powercare team. You will attract a salary of £40,225 per annum and a bonus of 3%. Close Date: 24th March 2026 All applications will be reviewed after the close date. We also provide the following additional benefits 22 days annual Leave Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products. Supplier discounts, such as O2, EE, Vauxhall cars, Universal tyres Discounted access to sports and social clubs Employee Assistance Programme. Job Purpose: To perform excavation, backfill and reinstatement works on Faults, and Unmetered Connections work streams within the UK Power Networks SPN Distribution Licence area and act as a support person (electrical) Principal Accountabilities: Responsibility for all aspects of Safety, Health and Environment relevant to this role To perform risk assessments and maintain safe working practices Be able to operate hand held IT equipment to receive job instructions and record site information Ensure quality of works meets with current procedures Ensure works are carried out to meet guaranteed service standards Ensure the security of vehicle, tools, plant and equipment To work on their own or as lead person in a 2-person excavation team Be prepared to undertake other reasonable tasks following the requirements of the Company Be an ambassador for UK Power Networks. Qualifications: NRSWA Units (Apply online only) Full UK Driving Licence Towing Licence Machine Operator ticket CSCS Operatives card Emergency First Aid LV Support Person Experience working on electricity network The following skills are not essential for the role but would be advantageous Trench Support (deep excavation) Moling qualification Abrasive Wheel LV Support Person Sub-Station Entry Dumper Driver Nature and Scope: You will work either as the lead person in a 2-man excavation team, carrying out planned works, or as part of a combined excavation & jointing team carrying out fault repair work You will be required to travel anywhere within the SPN and LPN Footprint of UK Power Networks and participate in an out of hours standby rota. Please Note: Internal candidates who are still within a probationary period must obtain the written approval of their manager, which must be submitted with their application. Health & Safety Responsibilities Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they fully understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and particularly where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used. If in doubt ask! We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace

We are recruiting a Private Sector Housing Manager to join a well-established social housing group in Essex. As a Private Sector Housing Manager, you will lead a high-performing team, overseeing enforcement, regulatory delivery, and service improvement while ensuring compliance and high professional standards across the service. This is a senior leadership opportunity offering real scope to influence direction and drive meaningful change. What’s on offer: Salary: £46,843 – £52,618 per annum Working pattern: Full-time with flexible working arrangements (hybrid) Generous Local Government Pension Scheme, additional Market Forces Supplement, up to 26 days annual leave plus public holidays and additional statutory days, option to purchase extra leave, relocation support (where applicable), wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, discounted healthcare, retail and lifestyle discounts, sustainable travel schemes, free or discounted leisure access, and fully funded professional membership with leadership development opportunities. Private Sector Housing Manager key responsibilities include: Acting as the organisation’s technical lead for private sector housing policy and enforcement Managing and mentoring an experienced team of officers Ensuring all performance and service targets are met across the Private Sector Housing service Overseeing delivery and assurance of the Renters Rights Act and embedding best practice Developing staff to reach their full potential through strong, visible leadership Ensuring all regulatory activity is completed to required professional and organisational standards Private sector housing work will include (but is not limited to): HMO licensing and compliance Civil penalties and enforcement action Housing Act powers and statutory interventions Safeguarding and vulnerability case management Regulatory programme oversight Partnership working with Legal, NHS colleagues, landlords, and regional networks Service improvement and policy development Budget and resource managementYou will demonstrate strong leadership skills, sound professional judgement, and a genuine commitment to improving housing standards and protecting residents. The successful Private Sector Housing Manager will have: A recognised Environmental Health qualification Significant experience in private sector housing enforcement Detailed knowledge of Housing Act legislation and regulatory frameworks Experience managing teams, budgets, and complex workloads The confidence to lead decisively and build strong stakeholder relationships If you’re a Private Sector Housing Manager looking for a role with real responsibility, strategic influence, and meaningful impact within a respected social housing group in Essex, this could be the perfect next step. Please get in contact with Fatima at (url removed) or give us a call on (phone number removed)

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