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An exciting new opportunity has arisen for an experienced and values-driven leader to join the Senior Management Team as a Head of School in Skills for Life. This is a key leadership role within our further education provision, supporting learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The successful candidate will inspire and motivate teams to deliver high-quality, inclusive education that enables students to develop essential life, employability and independence skills. As Head of School, you will have strategic and operational oversight of teaching, learning and curriculum delivery across the Skills for Life provision. You will lead and manage a multidisciplinary team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure the curriculum is responsive to learners' needs, aligned with EHCP outcomes, and compliant with funding and regulatory requirements. You will bring strong leadership capability, a clear inclusive vision, and a deep understanding of SEND within further education. You will play a key role in shaping provision, developing staff, embedding best practice and ensuring robust systems around EHCP implementation, funding compliance, and quality assurance. A thorough knowledge of EHCP processes, SEND legislation, and education funding models is essential for this role. The role requires a leader who can inspire, influence and motivate colleagues, foster a culture of collaboration, and champion inclusive education at a senior level. As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will contribute to the strategic direction of the College and work collaboratively with colleagues across curriculum, support services and external agencies to deliver exceptional outcomes for learners. You will have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you will be actively encouraged to upskill. You can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off ata Christmas and early finishes on a Friday. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To lead and manage the School, in line with our Strategic Plan and policies. To provide effective organisation and management of staff to ensure that students studying within the School have a high quality learning experience. The post holder will be responsible for the management of the learning programmes and the staff, finances and learning resources allocated to the School. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership and Management Develop the work of the School within the context of our policy and strategic plans, to meet the needs of learners, employers and the community. As part of the our senior management team, contribute to the development and successful implementation of the curriculum plans. Prepare and successfully deliver an annual development plan for the School, which supports our mission, objectives and core values. Lead, manage and direct the staff of the School to ensure a high standard of teaching and learning on all the School's programmes. Monitor and develop the quality and effectiveness of teaching and standards of performance within the school in line with our policies Lead the development and implementation of teaching strategies geared to the development of high quality, active learning opportunities for students. Students Oversee the arrangements for the selection and admission of students to courses, in conjunction with Learner Services. Ensure that all students on the School's courses receive the full range of support to which they are entitled, including induction, tutorial support, enrichment and additional learning support, in accordance with our policy and individual student need. Oversee and regularly monitor the progress and conduct of students on courses in the School. Courses Develop, with the Director of Curriculum the course portfolio of the School. Ensure that the School's courses operate within the requirements of curriculum assessment and examination regulations and in accordance with our policies. Work collaboratively with other Heads of School in relation to planning, timetabling and staffing of joint courses. Plan, implement and monitor course timetables. Monitor syllabuses and schemes of work to ensure they are appropriate and up-to date. Ensure the maintenance of appropriate records. The closing date for applications is Sunday 17 May 2026. Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Mechanical Technician Location: Rye House, Hertfordshire Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Salary:£45000-£48000 Benefits: Pension, Private Medical, Incentive Plan, 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays About VPI VPI is a leading power company operating across the UK, Ireland, and Germany. The organisation brings together expertise in operations, engineering, and trading to support the energy transition. Its portfolio includes reliable thermal power, battery storage, and carbon capture projects, delivering flexible and secure power to millions of homes and businesses. The Role A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Technician to join the team at Rye House Power Station. You will take ownership of mechanical maintenance activities across the site — planning, scheduling, supervising contractors, preparing method statements and risk assessments, and carrying out hands‑on maintenance work. This role is ideal for a practical, safety‑driven engineer with a strong background in rotating machinery, pressure systems, and fault diagnosis within heavy industry or power generation. Key Responsibilities • Maintain high standards of safety and housekeeping across the station., • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including the Health & Safety at Work Act and the Environmental Protection Act., • Prepare and manage mechanical maintenance contracts to support station needs., • Act as Competent Person or Authorised Person within the company safety rules., • Deliver best practice in mechanical maintenance execution., • Supervise contractors during outages, inspections, and overhauls., • Diagnose mechanical faults proactively and develop effective solutions., • Support 24/7 maintenance requirements to ensure station reliability., • Contribute to delivering Process Safety KPIs., • Assist with budgeting, cost control, procurement, and specification development., • Support major inspections and overhauls at UK thermal sites., • Execute hands‑on mechanical maintenance on equipment and systems., • Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, contractors, and stakeholders., • Travel occasionally to other sites as required. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential • Mechanical maintenance experience in power generation and/or heavy industry., • HNC or equivalent qualification and experience., • Good computer literacy., • IOSH entry‑level Managing Safely qualification., • Team‑working skills and experience supporting other disciplines., • Understanding of budgeting and contract management., • Willingness to develop further technical skills., • Flexible, proactive approach to work. The Person • At least 3 years’ experience in a process or heavy‑industrial environment., • Clear communication skills, both verbal and written., • Strong organisational and time‑management capabilities., • Able to analyse problems rationally under pressure and develop solutions., • Self‑motivated and capable of working independently., • Embraces change with a willingness to learn and grow., • Strong commitment to ethical behaviour, environmental performance, and safety. Why Join VPI? VPI offers a competitive package, structured development, and the chance to play a meaningful role in delivering secure, low‑carbon power. You’ll join a collaborative, forward‑thinking engineering environment where you can grow your skills and make an impact. Ready to Apply? If this sounds like the next step in your engineering career, we’d love to hear from you.

Company Description Interested in working in a busy, exciting and dynamic environment? We are currently hiring for our Guest Experience team at the McArthurGlen Group Designer Outlet in Ashford! This is a permanent position offering 20 hours per week. This is an in person, face to face role welcoming our guests to the centre. Our Guest Services teams bring a diverse range of experience, from students to retirees and all career stages in between. It's about enjoying meeting people and problem solving. Our Guest Services teams are the face of our organisation, creating extraordinary moments of joy for the millions of guests who visit our centres. Job Description • Actively engage with guests, addressing inquiries and resolving any issues., • Embrace a culture of everyone leaves happy by consistently adopting a positive, proactive and professional approach., • Promote additional products and services, meeting targets, and delivering a positive experience for all guests., • Proficiently handle face-to-face, email and social media feedback, establishing rapport and representing the McArthurGlen brand., • Ensure accurate and timely completion of all administrative tasks, such as online gift card orders., • Take ownership and uphold McArthurGlen's high standards throughout the Guest Services area, creating a welcoming environment that is well-organised and stocked with guest and brand information., • Promote a collaborative working environment, prioritising the guest in all endeavours. Qualifications, • Possess exceptional people skills and genuinely enjoy exceeding guest expectations., • Thrive in a fast-paced setting with customer facing and admin task., • Be proactive and able to make things happen., • Have proficient IT skills including email, Word and Excel., • Have fluent proficiency in English. Any additional language skills would be an advantage., • Be flexible about in working hours to accommodate the full trading hours of the centre on a rota basis. Additional Information, • You'll receive a competitive base salary of 12.60 per hour, along with a performance bonus scheme and outstanding benefits, including a wellbeing allowance, private medical insurance, a pension plan, the one fund (flexible medical allowance), shopping discounts, and more., • Be part of an international team of over 200 dedicated guest focused colleagues throughout the organisation., • Guest experience is ingrained in your professional background, as you have worked in hospitality and customer-facing roles for most of your career., • Over 85% of our employees would recommend us as an excellent place to work. Even if you are not sure you fit all the requirements for a particular role, wed still love to hear from you. There may be another opportunity within McArthurGlen that is more suitable for you now or in the future. McArthurGlen is committed to the equity of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our dedication, we will take the steps to assure that anyone with disabilities is provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

Assistant Site Manager - Self Storage Development Location: Hemel Hempstead, London Contract: Freelance / Contract (June - October) Rate: Negotiable (Outside IR35) Role Overview An experienced Assistant Site Manager is required to support the delivery of a self-storage warehouse development in Hemel Hempstead. This role will involve assisting the Site Manager in overseeing day-to-day site operations on a steel frame construction project, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, and to a high standard. Key Responsibilities Support the Site Manager in managing all on-site construction activities Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, with a strong focus on steel frame erection and associated trades Monitor progress against programme and assist in driving works to meet key milestones Enforce strict health & safety standards in line with CDM regulations Carry out site inductions, toolbox talks, and daily briefings Ensure quality control through regular inspections and snagging processes Assist with managing site documentation, including RAMS, permits to work, and daily reports Coordinate site logistics, deliveries, and material storage Maintain clear communication with subcontractors, suppliers, and the wider project team Requirements Proven experience as an Assistant Site Manager or Site Supervisor within construction Strong background working on steel frame / structural steel projects (essential) Experience on industrial, warehouse, or self-storage builds highly desirable Solid understanding of construction sequencing, site logistics, and programme management SMSTS or SSSTS certification Valid CSCS card First Aid qualification (preferred) Key Skills & Attributes Strong organisational and coordination skills Proactive, hands-on approach to site management High standards of health & safety awareness Ability to manage multiple trades and priorities simultaneously Good communication and problem-solving abilities Contract Details June 15th start date Project running through to October Competitive, negotiable day rate Outside IR35 Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior / Principal Software Engineer to lead the technical assurance of complex software solutions across one or more domains.This is a hands-on senior technical role that sits close to delivery. The successful candidate will resolve cross-system challenges, assure engineering quality, and mentor software engineers across teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the technical delivery of complex, high-impact initiatives, considering both internal and external system impacts Provide technical quality assurance over the work of other engineers, including design, code quality, and adherence to standards Resolve complex, cross-domain and inter-system technical issues that impact delivery or customers Identify opportunities to improve engineering standards, patterns, and ways of working Coach and mentor software engineers, including senior peers, to raise overall technical capability Contribute to engineering learning strategies, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvementRequired Skills & Experience Significant experience in software engineering with a high level of knowledge with BMS Remedy Strong background in delivering complex, distributed or integrated systems Proven experience providing technical assurance reviews Ability to resolve cross-system and cross-domain technical challenges Experience coaching, mentoring, and influencing engineers across multiple teams Comfortable operating autonomously and taking accountability for technical outcomes Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex technical concepts clearlyThis position requires the successful candidate to be BPSS/SC security cleared and be on-site 5 days per week. Desirable Experience Experience operating as Senior or Principal Engineer within agile delivery environments Exposure to enterprise-scale platforms, cloud-based architectures, or microservices ecosystems Experience defining or evolving engineering standards and best practices at an organisational level If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

We are currently Quality Assurance Project Engineer You will be providing support to Power Plant Projects, Outages and Maintenance activities across the Flexible Energy North (FEN) UK asset fleet. Acting as the lead Quality Assurance for the project or outage, ensuring implementation of QA / QC processes in line with the quality minimum standards during project and outage work. This role is key to ensuring that all project and outage works are delivered in line with defined Quality Assurance and Quality Control standards, meeting business objectives across safety, compliance, quality, cost, schedule, and technical performance. Acting as the lead Quality Assurance representative on site, you will work closely with project managers, plant teams, contractors, and OEMs to embed quality throughout the full project lifecycle. The position offers the opportunity to play a hands‑on role in high‑profile, safety‑critical energy infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on governance, assurance, and continuous improvement. Job Requirements To be considered for this role, you will ideally have: HNC, engineering degree, or equivalent engineering craft qualification or a relevant Project Management or Quality Assurance qualification Proven experience operating as a Project Quality Engineer / QA Engineer within power generation, energy, or heavy industrial environments Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 or equivalent Quality Management Systems Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining QA/QC processes across projects, outages, or maintenance activities Ability to act as the lead Quality Assurance contact for assigned projects or outages Experience conducting quality audits, managing NCRs, and supporting root cause investigations Good understanding of project delivery controls, including safety, time, cost, quality, technical performance, and compliance Knowledge of relevant UK regulations, industry standards, and HSSEQ requirements Confidence in engaging with and constructively challenging stakeholders, including project managers, site teams, and suppliers Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and drive improvement Experience producing quality or project performance reports against agreed KPIs Broad understanding of industrial process plant operations and maintenanceDesirable: Experience using continuous improvement or lean tools (e.g. APQP, Six Sigma, Kaizen) Previous involvement in power station outages or major capital projects Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Role: Senior Practitioner - Kinship Assessment Department: CHILDREN & LEARNING Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Senior Practitioner - Kinship Assessment on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their CHILDREN & LEARNING department. Main purpose of position: The Senior Practitioner - Kinship Assessment will support the Team Manager to provide high quality of Social Work practice to vulnerable/at risk children and families and ensure effective practice management. As a Senior Practitioner - Kinship Assessment you will be responsible to: Carry a caseload of complex cases requiring a high level of professional skill, providing assessment, care management and other social work services relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable/at risk children and families. Require and maintain unallocated cases. Under the direction of the Team Manager, using professional skills and experience to provide practice management to team members to ensure compliance with national and departmental policies, procedures and quality standards. Undertake research, training and development activities as required for the department and for the post holders' own professional development. As and when agreed by the Team Manager, undertake the role of practice teacher for students undergoing professional training who are on placement in the Department. Skills and Experience Substantial post qualifying experience including some in-depth experience in the field of child and family social work. Some experience of coaching/mentoring including practice teaching. Ability to demonstrate high level of competence in the practice of child and family social work. Excellent organisational, time management and administrative skills. Ability to make and act upon sound professional judgements. Ability to work to complex and conflicting demands.DBS Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for Disclosure and Barring Service checks to be undertaken. Therefore, it is essential in making your application you disclose whether you have any convictions, bind overs or cautions and, if so, for which offences. This post will be exempt from the provisions of section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exemptions) (Amendments) Order 1986. Therefore, applications are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are 'spent' under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being take-up, any failure to disclose such convictions will results in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. The fact that a bind-over or caution has been recorded against you will not necessarily debar you from consideration for this appointment. About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Practice Manager - Youth Justice Temporary | Up to £45.48 per hour Location: Luton Department: Youth Partnership Service Connect2Socialwork is recruiting an experienced Practice Manager on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children, Families & Education directorate. This is a key leadership role within the Youth Partnership Service, focused on delivering high-quality, safe and effective services that achieve positive outcomes for children, young people, families and victims, while protecting the public from serious harm. About the Role As Practice Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management and service delivery of the Youth Partnership Service. You will provide professional supervision, oversight and support to staff, ensuring practice is compliant with legislation, local procedures, national standards and best practice. You will play a vital role in driving quality, managing risk and supporting continuous improvement within a multi-agency service. Key Responsibilities You will: Lead the daily operations of the Youth Partnership Service to achieve the best possible outcomes for children, young people, families and victims Provide oversight and management of high-risk cases, with a specific focus on risk of serious harm and vulnerability Offer caseload management, practice guidance and professional supervision across the service in line with recognised standards Lead on specific areas of quality practice, contributing to service development and improvement Support the development and delivery of strategic objectives in collaboration with the Deputy Head of Service Recruit, supervise, appraise, motivate and develop staff from a range of partner agencies, accounting for differing employment policies and statutory requirements Ensure effective partnership working across statutory, voluntary, community and government organisationsSkills & Experience To be successful in this role, you will have: Extensive experience working with children and young people in a statutory setting, including oversight of operational performance Significant experience of complex decision-making within youth or children's services, with strong analytical skills Proven problem-solving abilities, demonstrating sound judgement, emotional resilience and professionalism A strong track record of leading or contributing to multi-agency teams within children's social care or youth justice services Demonstrable experience of effective partnership working across a wide range of agenciesRequirements Enhanced DBS clearance (required due to the nature of the role) Willingness to disclose convictions, cautions or bind-overs in line with DBS and statutory requirementsTo apply for this role or to discuss the opportunity in confidence, please contact Lisa Hallinan at Connect2socialwork Email: / Phone: (phone number removed) Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Main purpose of position: Effective management of the day to day operations and service delivery of the Youth Partnership Service in Luton to achieve best outcomes for children, young people,families and victims and protect the public from serious harm. Offer supervision and support to staff based within the Service and ensure the work of Service is carried out in accordance with legal requirements, local policies, national standards and best professional practice. As a Practice manager you will be responsible to: Effectively manage the day to day operations and delivery services in Lutonto achieve best outcomes for children, young people, families and victims and protect the public from serious harm. Provide caseload management and individual practice support to staff acrossthe service in line with professional standards to ensure effective management oversight of high risk cases is in place with regard to risk of serious harm and vulnerability. Lead in the provision of specific areas of quality practice within the service.Under the direction of the Deputy Head of Service, participate in thedevelopment of strategic objectives. Recruit, manage, provide professional supervision and appraisal, motivateand develop staff from a wide range of agencies taking account of varying employment policies and procedures, legislation, government requirements and best practice. Requirements as a Social Worker include: SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Drive and have access to a car Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social WorkBenefits of working for Connect2SocialWork: Free DBS and compliance service Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council Prompt and reliable payroll system "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £300 for each social worker you refer who we successfully placeInterested? Contact me today for more information! (url removed) / (phone number removed) Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Location: Mobile covering Bucks, Beds, Berks, Herts Office Base : Ascot, Berkshire Summary of Role This is a great opportunity for an individual interested in entering or returning to the sprinkler industries as a Pump Engineer. What you will be doing Carry out pre-planned maintenance works to Sprinkler Fire Pumps to relevant standards. Understand fire panels, and sprinkler systems including pumps and diesel engines. Be able to assist other engineers in carrying out repairs and fault find on fire sprinkler pumps. Be able to carry out repairs to rotating equipment to a high standard. Complete job report on each inspection/breakdown.??????? What we will need from you Full UK Driving licence Ideally you will have experience of or working knowledge of Sprinkler Fire Pumps Experience of working with diesel engines Good interpersonal skills with ability to liaise with clients Strong written and attention to detail skills to complete job reports Able to work effectively on your own and work autonomously with little supervision but know when to escalate for support NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Mechanical, Electrical, Maintenance related field (desirable but not essential) What you can expect in return 25 days holiday + bank holidays Company pension scheme Company Van + fuel card Mobile phone and tablet 40 Hours per week worked from 8am to 5pm with occasional weekend working (paid as overtime). Travel time, call out and standby rates also offered. Please note: You will be required to undertake a basic or enhanced DBS check as part of your job role at Hall & Kay. Additional Company information At Hall & Kay, we deliver complex fire protection and security solutions to protect what matters most to our clients. As technical experts our focus is on the lifetime value of a project. Meaning we can design, supply, install, test and maintain all types of sprinkler, gas suppression, fire detection, and integrated security systems. With 140+ year trading experience and a strong project delivery culture, we are proud to have built lasting relationships with some of the UKs most respected companies in all areas of industry and construction. What sets us apart? Our culture. What we call the Hall & Kay way.its a people thing. Put simply, we know we can achieve more when we work as a team with clients, with the communities we serve and in our own business. Our people create safety every single day, using their skills and experience to adapt to changing situations and rise to the challenges presented to them. Its our people that make us trusted to deliver. Our Commitment We promote equality and ensure we have an inclusive culture where we recognise and address unconscious bias or prejudice whether involving race, sex, background, disability, sexuality or other factors. We create a supportive environment that drives innovation, creativity and results. TPBN1_UKTJ

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior / Principal Software Engineer to lead the technical assurance of complex software solutions across one or more domains.This is a hands-on senior technical role that sits close to delivery. The successful candidate will resolve cross-system challenges, assure engineering quality, and mentor software engineers across teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the technical delivery of complex, high-impact initiatives, considering both internal and external system impacts Provide technical quality assurance over the work of other engineers, including design, code quality, and adherence to standards Resolve complex, cross-domain and inter-system technical issues that impact delivery or customers Identify opportunities to improve engineering standards, patterns, and ways of working Coach and mentor software engineers, including senior peers, to raise overall technical capability Contribute to engineering learning strategies, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement Required Skills & Experience Significant experience in software engineering with a high level of knowledge with BMS Remedy Strong background in delivering complex, distributed or integrated systems Proven experience providing technical assurance reviews Ability to resolve cross-system and cross-domain technical challenges Experience coaching, mentoring, and influencing engineers across multiple teams Comfortable operating autonomously and taking accountability for technical outcomes Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex technical concepts clearly This position requires the successful candidate to be BPSS/SC security cleared and be on-site 5 days per week. Desirable Experience Experience operating as Senior or Principal Engineer within agile delivery environments Exposure to enterprise-scale platforms, cloud-based architectures, or microservices ecosystems Experience defining or evolving engineering standards and best practices at an organisational level If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ

Title: Social Worker - Family First Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and Luton's Effective Support document. Lead multi-agency planning to address child protection concerns and children in need., 2. Statutory Duties Undertake duties under the Children Act 1989 including care proceedings, adoption/permanency planning, risk assessments and investigations. Obtain and implement Court Orders and represent the Council in court., 3. Planning & Intervention Create SMART plans aligned with the Practice Framework. Ensure needs are met through negotiation and collaboration. Promote anti-discriminatory practice and empower families., 4. Direct Work Build positive relationships with children and families. Ensure children's voices, wishes and feelings are heard and influence planning., 5. Recording & Compliance Maintain accurate and timely case records on Liquid Logic in line with GDPR and council standards., 6. Court & Reporting Prepare court reports and witness statements. Work in line with Luton Borough Council policies and procedures., 7. CPD & Development Engage in supervision, training and professional development through the Social Work Academy and Research in Practice. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Hybrid working (community, office and home-based). Regular home visits (often lone working, risk assessed). Exposure to emotional strain and occasional challenging behaviour. Attendance at meetings across multiple locations. CONTEXT Luton 2040 is a vision for a healthy, fair and sustainable town where no one lives in poverty and children can thrive. This role forms part of the Families First for Children Pathfinder Programme (Apply online only)), investing over £45 million into reforming: Family Help Child Protection Family Network Support Packages Safeguarding Partnerships The new system includes: * Multi-disciplinary Family Help services * Specialist child protection response * Greater use of family networks and family group decision making * Strengthened multi-agency leadership Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

We are seeking a qualified Trading Standards professional to join one of our business advice, compliance or investigations teams. The work is varied and meaningful, protecting consumers and supporting businesses across the full range of Trading Standards functions, including:. A recognised Trading S

Kirklees Council is offering an Apprenticeship for the Level 6 Trading Standards Professional Programme in Morley, West Yorkshire.

Wirral Council is looking for a Trading Standards Officer to carry out full statutory trading standards enforcement duties, involving weights and measures, food standards, and consumer safety. The successful candidate will conduct inspections and enforce compliance with trading standards legislation

I-PAYE Limited is seeking an experienced Trading Standards Officer for a contract role in central London. The successful candidate will lead the Trading Standards input into the Business Readiness Programme for the Renters’ Rights Act.

Develop, implement, and enforce Trading Standards policies to promote fair and safe trading. Trading Standards – Business Readiness Project (Renters Rights) (Hybrid). Lead on Trading Standards input into the client’s Business Readiness Programme for the Renters’ Rights Act.

Salary: Starting salary WY05 £28,598 to £31,022 with progression to WY06 £31,537 to £33,699 after successful completion of Level 6 Trading Standards Professional Apprentice programme (pay award pending). The successful candidate will undertake the two-year Level 6 Trading Standards Professional

Kenyon Block Consultants Ltd is seeking a Team Leader for Licensing and Trading Standards to manage a team responsible for delivering high-quality licensing functions across the shared service. This role involves leading on complex Trading Standards issues, monitoring revenue projects, and managing

As a Trading Standards Officer you will be required to carry out the full range of statutory trading standards enforcement duties, depending on qualifications and competency. Your responsibilities will span weights and measures, food standards, intellectual property, fair trading law, consumer produ

Issue licences and notices under relevant trading standards legislation. Advise businesses & traders of their legal obligations relating to civil and criminal trading standards legislation. Diploma in Trading Standards or equivalent.

I am looking for Trading Standards Officer or EHO with experience doing Food Standards. Environmental Health Officer (Food Standards) OR Trading Standards Officer.

A local government consultancy is seeking a Trading Standards Project Officer for the Business Readiness Project related to Renters' Rights. The role involves leading input for the Renters’ Rights Act, implementing Trading Standards policies, investigating complaints, and preparing documentation.

We are looking for an experienced Trading Standards Officer to join a central London Trading Standards department oo a coontract basis. Develop, implement, and enforce Trading Standards policies to promote fair and safe trading. Trading Standards Officer Business Readiness Project (Renters Rights).

A professional services provider is seeking a Trading Standards professional for a hybrid role focused on the Business Readiness Project for Renters’ Rights. Responsibilities include leading the Trading Standards input, developing policies, advising on legislation, and conducting inspections.

Develop, implement, and enforce Trading Standards policies to promote fair and safe trading. Trading Standards Project Officer– Business Readiness Project (Renters Rights). Lead on Trading Standards input into the clients Business Readiness Programme for the Renters’ Rights Act.

The purpose of this role is to provide the full range of Trading Standards statutory duties in line with any applicants qualification, ensuring a fair and safe trading environment in Orkney is maintained, covering diverse areas of work including consumer and business advice, legal metrology, product

We also help build capacity within the trading standards profession at a local and regional level, so officers are better equipped to gather evidence and investigate online crime. For the higher pay grades, you will also assist in managing and delivering projects set out in the National Trading Stan

Principal Lead for Education, Standards, Innovation, Progress and Achievement. To set high standards of teaching and learning, develop CPD programmes, accountability frameworks, assessment frameworks and monitor pupil progress.

The post holder will be the professional expert on Trading Standards matters and deal with the most serious, contentious and complex issues relating to Trading Standards and will lead on those most challenging issues. To ensure value for money in the use of resources and maximise external and intern

Help develop and maintain cybersecurity policies and standards.

Lettings Administrator - Lancashire.Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Lettings Administrator, where you'll play a key role in supporting our Head of Holiday Home Revenue by delivering an exceptional experience for our Letting Owners.We're seeking an organised and owner-focused individual wh

Support adherence to all Health & Safety protocols and compliance standards.

Ensure all work is completed in line with FCA and internal compliance standards.

My client is looking for a highly organised and proactive.Property administration & operational support.Maintain accurate property records and spreadsheets; ensure property files are created, updated, and managed in line with internal processes and compliance requirements.Produce valuation lette

Permanent - Hybrid (3 days office-based, 2 days remote).Marketing & Office Administrator.We are looking for a reliable, creative, and highly organised individual to join a well-established company in Stevenage as a Marketing & Office Administrator.With over a century of history, our client i

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of SSAS clients, delivering full cradle-to-grave administration while maintaining high standards of technical accuracy and customer service.

Jacob Grey have partnered with a small, but very successful and people orientated business in WGC to appoint an accounts administrator for their busy team.This role is super varied and reports into a genuinely likeable and supportive Manager.All aspects of purchase ledger including processing invoic

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Finance & Compliance Manager (Part-Time, Remote).Whilst this is a remote role, you will need to be a commutable distance from Somerset for training and onboarding.Our client is an innovative charity dedicated to helping students unlock their potential in mathematics.Through enrichment programmes

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Pensions & Investments Administrator.Salary up to £34,000 + Benefits.Candidates MUST have 3 years + Experience.Our client are a leading and National Independent Provider of Wealth Management and Pension services with multiple offices based around the UK.An exciting opportunity is now on offer f