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Location: Aylesbury Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement? This is an excellent new opportunity to join our Buckinghamshire Strategic Procurement Team as a Strategic Procurement Manager running end to end procurement projects in our Communities area predominantly working on Neighbourhoods and Waste services. Reporting to the Strategic Business Partner for Services and Supplies across Communities and PSG (Planning, Growth and Sustainability) you'll ensure that our procurement processes deliver the Council's objectives in a compliant and professional manner, achieving sustainable value for money. Our Commissioning and Procurement Hub enables our Strategic Procurement Team to work closely with commissioning teams, ensuring collaboration with our clients in developing and executing a procurement strategy that achieves strategically defined success criteria. We bring together experiences and lessons learned to ensure the most effective approach. We aim to secure value for money in all that they do, ensuring commercial thinking and innovative solutions to engage contracted out solutions. If you know This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within our organisation. You'll be part of a dynamic and close knit team, working on high-profile projects that drive genuine change as part of our new Commissioning and Procurement Hub. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. The post holder will support the Council in its Services and Supplies Business Partner Area, leading and advising on Above Threshold procurements for a variety of service areas within Communities, Planning, Growth and Sustainability, and Resources, ensuring compliance with PCR2015/PA23 legislation and achieving sustainable value for money. • Explore optimal procurement routes based on market developments and service requirements., • Liaise with commissioners to develop business case and service specification documents., • Manage the procurement process for above threshold procurements, including contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation., • Drive social value opportunities and sustainable outcomes in partnership with commissioners., • Provide clear, balanced, and accurate advice to service departments and commissioners., • Lead and support high-value and high-risk contract management programmes., • Collaborate with other Local Authorities and public sector bodies to share plans and deliver additional value and innovation. As an 'any-desk' worker, you'll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. The successful candidate must have strong experience deigning and leading on public procurements from start to award under PA23 legislation or PCR 2015. You will be a commercially minded thinker with strong people skills in building relations within the team and your service area customers. You will be confident procuring in the public sector with a passion for procurement with substantial experience in a senior role within the service area or related professional field with experience in the following areas: • Provide high-quality procurement advice according to PA23 or PCR2015 and support Buckinghamshire infrastructure clients on their flagship projects., • Lead above threshold PA23 compliant projects and programmes as the strategic procurement subject matter expert based on evidenced experience of delivery across the entire procurement and supply lifecycle., • Collaborate with Buckinghamshire colleagues to deliver quality outcomes for our clients, providing high value multi-discipline solutions., • Challenge yourself in a market leading business, with opportunities to personally develop working alongside your colleagues. Knowledge of In-Tend (ideally) or similar systems., • Expert knowledge of relevant e-procurement systems, policies, processes, regulations, and legislation., • Proven ability to build relationships, engage effectively, and influence stakeholders., • Excellent persuasion and negotiating skills., • Strong project management skills and experience., • Relevant professional qualification (MCIPS Level 5 or equivalent experience). Please refer to the job summary attached for full details about the role. Closing date: 31st August 2026. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) | Nacro We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately, particularly as the skills required to create and deliver strategic plans and business cases require the ability to convey, deliver and embed CIPS procurement and supply principles. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events By joining Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. working-buckinghamshire-council/ #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you someone who enjoys bringing people, plans and ideas together to make a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and where your work helps shape services that impact communities across Buckinghamshire? We’re looking for a Senior Strategy & Governance Officer to join our Adults & Health team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting strategic planning, governance, and leading directorate level staff engagement across a large and ambitious directorate, helping ensure services deliver the very best outcomes for residents. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. This is a varied, visible and rewarding role that sits at the heart of the Adults & Health Directorate. Working closely with senior leaders, members, partners and colleagues across the organisation, you’ll help drive forward strategic priorities, support governance and assurance processes, and ensure the directorate remains connected, informed and focused on delivering excellent services. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a broad range of projects and initiatives, from leading on staff engagement programmes and coordinating governance activity, through to researching emerging developments and producing insightful briefings that inform decision-making. Whether you’re helping prepare for external assurance activity, supporting partnership working, or leading governance improvement projects, you’ll be making a meaningful contribution to how the directorate plans, delivers and evolves its services. This role offers a unique combination of strategic thinking and practical delivery, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving complex problems and influencing positive change across a large organisation. Key Responsibilities • Support the delivery of strategy, governance, and business management activities across the directorate., • Play a key role in delivering the directorates staff engagement programme – thinking strategically about the offer, engaging with staff representatives, and translating that into consistent and meaningful delivery., • Research and analyse local, regional and national developments, producing briefings and recommendations for senior leaders., • Coordinate governance processes, assurance activity and directorate-wide improvement initiatives., • Build strong relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to support collaborative working and successful outcomes. For a full list of responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description. Any-Desk: As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need a desk, screen a keyboard to get your job done. You’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. We’re looking for a proactive, organised and relationship-focused individual who enjoys working collaboratively and turning complex information into meaningful action. You’ll be someone who can confidently manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences and build positive working relationships across services and organisations. You’ll be naturally curious, with strong analytical skills and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Comfortable working with senior stakeholders, you’ll have the confidence to provide advice, coordinate activity and influence outcomes while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. To be successful in this role, you’ll bring experience from a large and complex organisation, ideally within the public sector, health, social care or a related environment. You’ll have experience in areas such as strategy, governance, business management, engagement or project delivery, alongside excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. A degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) is essential, and experience of using Microsoft 365 and business systems to support effective working will be highly beneficial. For full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please refer to the Job Description. Why Join Us? At Buckinghamshire Council, you’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to making a positive difference for local communities. You’ll work alongside passionate colleagues, contribute to meaningful change and have opportunities to develop your skills and experience within a collaborative and inclusive environment. Join us and help shape the future of Adults & Health services across Buckinghamshire. We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. The new Adults & Health Strategy and Governance Team sits at the centre of the Adults & Health Directorate, helping services turn ambition into clear priorities, effective plans and measurable improvement. We provide strategic insight, coordination and constructive challenge, ensuring that decision-making is well informed, governance is robust and the directorate is prepared for external assurance and emerging national and local developments. Working across adult social care, public health and wider partnerships, the team brings together strategy, governance, engagement activity. We connect colleagues, senior leaders, elected members and partners; translate complex information to clear advice and action; and help maintain a strong focus on delivery and better outcomes for Buckinghamshire residents. As a newly formed team, we are developing a collaborative, visible and forward-looking service that adds value across the directorate and supports continuous learning, innovation and improvement. We are ambitious and dynamic and are committed to continuous improvement and encouraging development. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Make a Real Difference – Join Our Team as a Team Leader in Wingrave Are you ready for the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for helping children thrive and reach their full potential? We're expanding our team at our residential children's home in Wingrave and are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Team Leader to join us. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting children with learning disabilities and/or autism, working alongside a passionate team and a supportive Registered Manager. What the Role Involves Each day brings new moments of discovery, connection, and growth. You'll lead and inspire a small, close-knit team supporting 10 amazing children who share a home together. Your leadership will help create a warm, nurturing environment where every child feels valued, safe, and encouraged to express themselves. You'll provide guidance and mentoring to your team, helping them find creative, person-centred ways to engage with the children. You'll also work closely with families, social workers, and other professionals to make sure each young person's support plan truly reflects their individual needs, interests, and goals. Our children each have their own unique strengths and personalities. At times, they may communicate through behaviours that challenge, but with the support of our experienced team and your dedicated Residential Manager, you'll develop positive approaches built on trust, empathy, and consistency. You'll also provide respectful, hands-on support with personal care, always promoting dignity, choice, and independence in every aspect of daily life. About the Role Full-time position, 38 hours per week - varying shift patterns including day (7am-3pm), late (2pm-10pm, 5pm-1am) and admin (9am-4pm) shifts. You will also need to work every other weekend and some bank holidays. Opportunity to develop leadership and management skills A rewarding role where no two days are ever the same Please note: We are currently unable to offer sponsorships while we await further guidance from the Home Office. Applications requiring sponsorship cannot be considered at this time. We appreciate your understanding. #IND What we need from you You will have experience of supporting vulnerable people, ideally those with a learning disability. You will have managed a team and hold at least a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. You'll be creative in your thinking and your approach to staff, the people we support and their families, able to inspire and motivate. You'll need to be well-organised, with a good understanding of budgeting, and be IT-literate. You must be a driver with your own transport , as you will travel regularly between services in the area, as well as to meetings, conferences and training. About us MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism. We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. We celebrate and develop everyone's unique gifts, talents and contributions. Pay and Rewards We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes: Six weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost) MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period) Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff. Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre) Training and Development At Macintyre we fully support your training and development. We know it can be daunting to start a new job, and not everyone learns the same way, so throughout your probation we will provide you with a mixture of eLearning, face-to-face training and mentoring support whilst on the job. But it doesn't stop there - throughout your career with us you will have access to our own dedicated in house Learning and Development team, Quality Specialists and HR Teams. These teams, along with your Area Manager, will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop professionally as well as enabling and supporting you to achieve professional qualifications and career progression opportunities - all free of charge. How to apply If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV. if you would prefer to complete a manual application form, call us and we will send an application form to you. Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today. Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support. Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining. MacIntyre is committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion among our workforce. We want our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and the people we support. 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Location: Aylesbury Are you passionate about creating safer communities and driving meaningful change through partnership working? This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-profile community safety services across Buckinghamshire, working at the heart of initiatives that protect residents, reduce crime and anti-social behaviour, and improve outcomes for local communities. As Community Safety Operations Manager, you will lead the operational delivery of key community safety services, including anti-social behaviour interventions, crime prevention activity, CCTV services, Street Wardens and multi-agency partnership initiatives. Working closely with senior colleagues, external partners and Thames Valley Police, you'll play a vital role in shaping and delivering safer communities across the county. Our Operational Community Safety Team is a passionate, proactive and highly visible service dedicated to keeping Buckinghamshire's communities safe. The service consists of a specialist CCTV team, comprising one CCTV Manager and six CCTV Operators, alongside two multi-skilled Community Safety Teams covering North and South Buckinghamshire. Each locality team is led by a Community Safety Team Leader and includes two Community Wardens, two Community Safety Officers and one Anti-Social Behaviour Officer. Together, these teams work closely with Thames Valley Police and a wide range of local partners to tackle anti-social behaviour, reduce crime, support vulnerable residents, safeguard communities and improve public confidence. From managing complex casework and delivering enforcement activity to supporting victims, addressing community tensions, leading multi-agency problem solving and delivering preventative initiatives, the team plays a vital role in improving quality of life for residents, businesses and visitors across Buckinghamshire This is a senior leadership role within the Community Safety service, responsible for managing a range of operational services while supporting the delivery of strategic priorities across Buckinghamshire. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, elected members, police, health partners, voluntary organisations and community groups to deliver innovative solutions that tackle local issues and improve community wellbeing. No two days are the same. One day you may be leading responses to complex anti-social behaviour cases, reviewing community safety performance data and developing action plans; the next, you could be chairing partnership meetings, presenting reports to senior stakeholders, securing external funding or driving service improvements across multi-agency programmes. The role offers the opportunity to influence both operational delivery and long-term strategic planning. You'll lead teams, develop policies and governance frameworks, oversee significant projects and ensure statutory community safety responsibilities are effectively delivered. As a visible leader, you'll help shape the future direction of community safety services across Buckinghamshire while building strong partnerships that maximise collective impact. • Leading the operational delivery of community safety, anti-social behaviour, crime reduction and CCTV services., • Managing and developing high-performing teams and service leaders., • Working with partners to deliver the Safer Buckinghamshire Operational Delivery Plan., • Leading multi-agency initiatives that address crime, anti-social behaviour, community tensions and emerging risks., • Developing policies, procedures and governance frameworks that support effective service delivery., • Managing complex and politically sensitive issues through to resolution., • Overseeing budgets, contracts, commissioned services and external funding opportunities., • Using intelligence, data and insight to inform decision-making and service improvements., • Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including police, health partners, community organisations and elected members., • Representing the service at partnership boards, public meetings and other high-profile forums. As an 'any-desk' worker, you'll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. We're looking for an experienced and inspirational leader who is passionate about community safety and making a positive difference to people's lives. You'll be a strategic thinker with strong operational expertise, capable of managing complex issues while maintaining a clear focus on delivering excellent outcomes for residents and communities. You will be an excellent communicator with the credibility and confidence to build productive relationships across a wide range of stakeholders. Comfortable working in a politically sensitive environment, you'll possess strong negotiation and influencing skills, enabling you to bring partners together around shared objectives and achieve positive outcomes. To be successful in this role, you'll bring significant experience of leading community safety, partnership or customer-focused services within a large and complex organisation. You'll have a strong understanding of community safety legislation, partnership working, safeguarding principles and crime reduction approaches, alongside proven experience of service planning, programme delivery and organisational change. • Extensive knowledge of community safety, anti-social behaviour, crime prevention and partnership working., • Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and multi-agency partnerships., • Strong leadership skills with a track record of motivating, developing and supporting high-performing teams., • Excellent project management, organisational and workload prioritisation skills., • Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships and politically sensitive issues., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data and intelligence to drive decision-making., • Experience of budget management, commissioning, procurement or contract management., • Excellent report writing, presentation and communication skills., • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and data management systems., • A degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline such as Community Safety, Criminology, Public Administration, Social Policy or Business Management., • A full UK driving licence. Professional qualifications or training related to community safety, safeguarding, anti-social behaviour, crime reduction, CCTV or leadership and management would be advantageous. We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. For more information about this role, please contact Abdul Rahim on email at; [email protected] for an informal discussion. 4th October 2026 Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions, • All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance published by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled 'Exceptions Order'). We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. • A fair and inclusive culture, • The chance to really make a difference to those around you, • Health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • A unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • Ongoing support and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • Opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events We know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. • discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme, • salary sacrifice personal car lease scheme to those who are eligible and have passed their probation period, • opportunity to gain membership to Costco, • discounted gym memberships, • travel discounts with Arriva, • much more working-buckinghamshire-council/ #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you passionate about improving care services, supporting positive outcomes for residents and making a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people? This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team responsible for overseeing the quality, performance and contractual compliance of commissioned care and support services. Based within the Adults and Health Commissioning and Procurement Service, the Quality and Contracts Manager will play a key role in managing a team of Quality Officers, developing provider relationships, driving service improvement, managing risk and ensuring value for money from commissioned services. Combining contract management, quality assurance and market oversight, you and your team will work closely with providers and partners to address complex issues, deliver sustainable improvements and help shape a resilient and high-performing local care market. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. As Quality and Contracts Manager, you will lead a team of Quality Officers responsible for overseeing the quality, performance and contractual compliance of commissioned care and support providers on behalf of both health and Social Care. This is a leadership role that combines contract management, quality assurance, provider relationship management and service improvement. You will lead on complex provider issues, contractual and performance concerns, and provide robust recommendations based on available evidence, data and intelligence. You will be comfortable balancing collaborative partnership working with appropriate challenge, ensuring providers are held accountable where standards, performance or contractual obligations are not being met. Working closely with providers, commissioning colleagues, operational teams, health partners and regulators, you will use data and market intelligence to identify risks, support improvement activity and contribute to the development of a sustainable and high-performing care market. Key Responsibilities • Lead the Council's approach to provider contract management, ensuring contractual obligations, quality standards and performance expectations are achieved., • Manage complex provider performance, quality and contractual issues, ensuring risks are identified, appropriately escalated and effectively managed., • Lead challenging conversations with providers and stakeholders where concerns regarding quality, performance, compliance or value for money require intervention., • Lead and support a team of Quality Officers, ensuring effective prioritisation of work and risk management., • Oversee contract management, quality monitoring and performance improvement activities across commissioned providers., • Lead or support complex provider reviews, quality investigations and improvement programmes., • Analyse performance, quality and market intelligence data to identify trends, risks and opportunities., • Build effective partnerships with providers, health colleagues, regulators and other stakeholders., • Contribute to market development, commissioning initiatives and commercial improvement activities., • Deputise for senior leadership when required. For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description. Any-Desk: As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. We are looking for an experienced and motivated leader with a strong background in contract management, commissioning or quality assurance, gained within the health and social care sector. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly and where decisions, recommendations and approaches may be subject to challenge and scrutiny. You will have the confidence to manage complex provider relationships, lead difficult conversations and make balanced, evidence-based decisions in situations involving competing priorities and risk. You will possess strong analytical skills and be comfortable interpreting performance, quality and financial information to support robust and defensible recommendations. You will be equally comfortable working collaboratively with providers and partners to drive improvement whilst maintaining appropriate challenge and accountability. As an experienced people manager, you will have a proven ability to develop high-performing teams and create a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement. You will be skilled at coaching and developing staff, enabling them to build confidence, exercise professional judgement and work independently, whilst providing appropriate oversight, support and performance management where required. To be successful in this role, you will typically have: • Significant experience within commissioning, contract management, quality assurance or a related health and social care setting., • Experience managing teams and supporting staff performance and development., • Strong knowledge of health and social care services, quality standards and relevant legislation, including care and commissioning frameworks., • Experience monitoring provider performance, managing risk and driving service improvement., • Experience of managing complex provider relationships and leading challenging conversations with providers, stakeholders and partner organisations., • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret performance, quality and financial information and translate findings into clear, evidence-based recommendations., • Experience making balanced decisions and recommendations that can withstand challenge and scrutiny., • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills., • Degree-level education or equivalent experience, with a relevant professional qualification desirable., • Good ICT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and performance monitoring systems., • A commitment to delivering high-quality, value-for-money services that improve outcomes for vulnerable residents. For full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please refer to the Job Description. Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the quality and sustainability of local care services while working with a wide range of partners across the health and social care system. You'll have the chance to lead improvement initiatives, influence strategic decisions and support the delivery of high-quality care that positively impacts residents and communities every day. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. The Quality & Market Management Team plays a vital role in ensuring Buckinghamshire residents receive safe, effective and value-for-money care and support services. Through a combination of contract management, quality assurance, provider oversight and market engagement, we work collaboratively with providers, operational colleagues, health partners and regulators to manage risk, address performance concerns and support the development of a sustainable care market. Our work is varied, fast-paced and often complex, requiring us to balance support and challenge to achieve the best outcomes for residents. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Polaris Education - Elmy Hall School, Northwich One-to-One Teaching Assistant Contract: Full Time, 12-month Fixed Term, Term Time Only Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69 Location: Northwich, Cheshire Benefits Company Pension Life Assurance Employee Discount Scheme Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our school in Northwich could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people. About the School Located in Northwich, Elmy Hall School has capacity for up to 100 pupils and provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 16 with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional wellbeing and personal growth. Elmy Hall School will form part of the Polaris Community alongside our current growing portfolio of schools across the UK, which are all rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. The Polaris Community has been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Role Responsibilities Dedicated to mentoring and supporting one pupil, or a small group of no more than six pupils Supporting the classroom teacher during lessons Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other school staff to ensure pupils' needs are met Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time, including extra-curricular activities and school trips Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation Setting work where appropriate, and marking Building positive relationships with pupils and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes Requirements Have a strong basic education, ideally to A-level, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills Previous experience in a similar role, for example as a Teaching Assistant Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school, for example food hygiene, forest school, lunchtimes or school yoga Experience of behaviour management and techniques Committed to professional development and willing to learn What We Offer A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody, including you A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe educational provision A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Community. Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. TPBN1_UKTJ

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Location: Aylesbury Are you someone who enjoys bringing people, plans and ideas together to make a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and where your work helps shape services that impact communities across Buckinghamshire? We’re looking for a Senior Strategy & Governance Officer to join our Adults & Health team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting strategic planning, governance, and leading directorate level staff engagement across a large and ambitious directorate, helping ensure services deliver the very best outcomes for residents. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. This is a varied, visible and rewarding role that sits at the heart of the Adults & Health Directorate. Working closely with senior leaders, members, partners and colleagues across the organisation, you’ll help drive forward strategic priorities, support governance and assurance processes, and ensure the directorate remains connected, informed and focused on delivering excellent services. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a broad range of projects and initiatives, from leading on staff engagement programmes and coordinating governance activity, through to researching emerging developments and producing insightful briefings that inform decision-making. Whether you’re helping prepare for external assurance activity, supporting partnership working, or leading governance improvement projects, you’ll be making a meaningful contribution to how the directorate plans, delivers and evolves its services. This role offers a unique combination of strategic thinking and practical delivery, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving complex problems and influencing positive change across a large organisation. • Support the delivery of strategy, governance, and business management activities across the directorate., • Play a key role in delivering the directorates staff engagement programme - thinking strategically about the offer, engaging with staff representatives, and translating that into consistent and meaningful delivery., • Research and analyse local, regional and national developments, producing briefings and recommendations for senior leaders., • Coordinate governance processes, assurance activity and directorate-wide improvement initiatives., • Build strong relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to support collaborative working and successful outcomes. For a full list of responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description. As an 'any-desk' worker, you’ll need a desk, screen a keyboard to get your job done. You’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. We’re looking for a proactive, organised and relationship-focused individual who enjoys working collaboratively and turning complex information into meaningful action. You’ll be someone who can confidently manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences and build positive working relationships across services and organisations. You’ll be naturally curious, with strong analytical skills and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Comfortable working with senior stakeholders, you’ll have the confidence to provide advice, coordinate activity and influence outcomes while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. To be successful in this role, you’ll bring experience from a large and complex organisation, ideally within the public sector, health, social care or a related environment. You’ll have experience in areas such as strategy, governance, business management, engagement or project delivery, alongside excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. A degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) is essential, and experience of using Microsoft 365 and business systems to support effective working will be highly beneficial. For full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please refer to the Job Description. At Buckinghamshire Council, you’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to making a positive difference for local communities. You’ll work alongside passionate colleagues, contribute to meaningful change and have opportunities to develop your skills and experience within a collaborative and inclusive environment. Join us and help shape the future of Adults & Health services across Buckinghamshire. We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. For more information about this role, please contact Ruth Cover at [email protected] for an informal discussion. Closing date: Sunday 25th October 2026 Interview Date: w/c 2 nd November 2026 We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance published by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled 'Exceptions Order'). We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. The new Adults & Health Strategy and Governance Team sits at the centre of the Adults & Health Directorate, helping services turn ambition into clear priorities, effective plans and measurable improvement. We provide strategic insight, coordination and constructive challenge, ensuring that decision-making is well informed, governance is robust and the directorate is prepared for external assurance and emerging national and local developments. Working across adult social care, public health and wider partnerships, the team brings together strategy, governance, engagement activity. We connect colleagues, senior leaders, elected members and partners; translate complex information into clear advice and action; and help maintain a strong focus on delivery and better outcomes for Buckinghamshire residents. As a newly formed team, we are developing a collaborative, visible and forward-looking service that adds value across the directorate and supports continuous learning, innovation and improvement. We are ambitious and dynamic and are committed to continuous improvement and encouraging development. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. working-buckinghamshire-council/ #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) invites applications for an Armed Forces Welfare Officer (AFWO).

Seeking an Education Welfare Officer to improve school attendance, ensure child wellbeing, and create better futures within Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust.

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