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Jobs Assistant Director of Housing Apply Now Salary £81,174 - £89,956 per annum (pay award pending), plus relocation support Expires 29/06/2025 Company City of York Council Location York, North Yorkshire Job Type Full Time Location:York / Hybrid Contract:Full-time / Permanent Salary:£81,174 - £89,956 per annum (pay award pending), plus relocation support Now is an exciting time to take a leading role in shaping York's housing future. York is a place where big things are happening. From major regeneration schemes and housing developments to clean transport projects, innovative digital infrastructure and award-winning community engagement, we are creating the conditions for people and places to thrive. You'll be empowered to lead in a supportive, values-led culture where collaboration, creativity and improvement are championed at every level. Reporting to the Director of Housing & Communities, the Assistant Director of Housing will lead York's Housing portfolio, ensuring all residents of our beautiful city have access to safe, affordable homes. You will play a vital role in developing and delivering housing services that support the public and vulnerable populations, working closely with the Combined Authority and a wide range of local partners. You will be responsible for overseeing and driving the delivery of housing provision, maintaining rigorous standards to meet current and evolving housing regulations. As City of York Council moves towards a 'one public estate' approach and having approved a new local plan that will unlock housing developments across the city, you will be a key stakeholder in these transformative initiatives. You will lead the housing workforce and deliver the council's housing strategies to: Discharge statutory housing duties related to homelessness, housing allocations, private sector housing, adaptations, and home energy efficiency, alongside statutory landlord services for council homes; Deliver the council's housing development programme. Your specific portfolio will cover: Housing Registration & Options Resettlement Services Temporary Accommodation Building Services and Responsive Repairs Private Sector Enforcement Housing Standards & Adaptations Housing Delivery Housing Strategy and Partnerships Some key accountabilities will be to : Set clear performance targets and develop robust monitoring systems to assess progress against housing strategies and standards set by the Housing Regulator, reflecting local, regional, and national goals. Lead strategic planning across all housing services, including council provision, other landlords, and private sector options, to create sustainable housing solutions for all residents. Monitor and respond proactively to political and external developments to ensure housing strategies meet the council's objectives/council plan, the administration's political ambitions alongside regional devolved and national government /statutory requirements. Ensure that the council's overall housing ambitions are fully integrated into the council's overarching goals and strategic direction. Drive the development and delivery of collaborative programmes with key partners to: o Expand and diversify housing supply to meet current and future needs; o Uphold and enforce high housing standards across all sectors, reinforcing York's reputation as a great place to live; o Reduce homelessness across the city. Oversee the effective management and maintenance of the council's housing stock to ensure well-maintained properties, sustainable tenancies, and safe, thriving communities. Annually set and review ambitious, meaningful performance measures that reflect local priorities and the operating environment. Monitor and analyse key performance data to drive continuous improvement and identify necessary corrective actions. Benchmark performance against industry best practices to maintain high standards Direct, lead and manage the Housing team, budgets, and assets, including the Housing Revenue Account and Business Plan, ensuring financial and operational efficiency. Provide regular briefings and expert advice to the Chief Operating Officer, Director, Executive, and elected members on strategic performance and statutory housing responsibilities, supporting informed decision-making and governance. Apply innovative thinking to build strong relationships, influence complex negotiations, and foster a results-driven, customer-focused culture that delivers cost-effective, high-quality services. Develop and implement community engagement strategies that empower residents to participate in service redesign and explore new delivery models. Collaborate closely with national government bodies-such as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, Homes England, and the Housing Regulator-and professional organisations to secure funding, stay informed of emerging trends, and elevate York's profile. Work in partnership with the statutory Children's and Adults Corporate Directors to create housing strategies for vulnerable people, focusing on pathways to reduce homelessness and rough sleeping. York is a modern city, and we adopt modern working practices, this enables us to visibly lead services in York and really know and understand our great city and our communities, whilst practicing effective hybrid working to maximise our efficiencies. In practice this typically results in working within the city 2 to 3 days per week. York is well-connected and only 2 hours from London and Edinburgh on the main train line. In the Housing & Communities Directorate we work across 2 sites so the expectation is that some office time will be split between our city centre headquarters in West Offices opposite the railway station and the Depot at Hazel Court on the edge of the City Centre (within walking/cycling distance). About City of York Council Come and join our team At City of York Council we are focused on four core principles at the centre of everything we do:Equalities, Affordability, Climate and Health and Wellbeing. OurOne City, for all, the City of York Council's Council Plan ( ), sets a strong ambition to increase opportunities for everyone living in York to live healthy and fulfilling lives, and supports our 10 year plan. We have started the decade long journey of our10-year plan , which sets a clear vision for the city. By 2032 we will be a city that is vibrant, prosperous, welcoming and sustainable, where everyone can share and take pride in its success. Our 10 year strategies underpin this plan and includethe Climate Change Strategy , theHealth and Wellbeing Strategy and theYork Economic Strategy . Our strategies also have a strong alignment to the Combined Authority priorities. This in turn offers the opportunity for this role to play a key part in achieving many of the Council Plan objectives and to work closely with Executive and Corporate Management Team to shape and steer the council to achieve its ambition. We had already made a commitment to developing 600 new homes across York in Council owned sites and this is set out in ourHousing Delivery Programme , and have now committed to an additional 250 1 bed tenancies with other providers across the city to deliver Housing First, and expansion of social housing and the delivery of more affordable homes. OurHomelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy will seek to enlist partners, stakeholders and citizens in a plan to make homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring. The council'sHousing Charter vision of One Team, Healthy Homes, Better Lives and principles including We Think Forward, We Think Together and We Think You are embedded within the person- centred, partnership based and wellbeing focused approach taken in this Strategy. Our key Homelessness and Rough Sleeping objectives are; to build on existing successful delivery and partnership to make homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring; Supported by an action plan focussed on key priorities and investment opportunities, including Housing First led system transformation, more affordable homes for client groups with and without children, and high-quality homelessness prevention services. Our strategy provides a basis for partnership work and strategic partnership development; Progress during 2018-23 informs the identification of needs to build on; Implement enhanced performance monitoring, data and governance frameworks. Building independence is a core principle of support provision, with services designed to develop people's skills and capacities and to avoid creating dependence. Delivery and outcome monitoring of a distinct offer dependent on local connection status, with specialist pathways developed for individuals with a local connection to the City of York. Alternative resolution options such as supported reconnection with another locality are provided for individuals without local connection status. It may be noted that local connection has a broad definition and encompasses for example, people fleeing domestic abuse who would not be a safe in another area. Our new10-year Economic Strategy sets out to improve living standards and livelihoods for all of York's residents and businesses. We aim to do this through increasing productivity, raising earnings, and maintaining our skills advantage. Building on York's strengths as a leading economy in the North of England . click apply for full job details

New Start is a family-run, not-for-profit organisation, providing residential and supported accommodation services for vulnerable adults, families, children, and young people. We deliver a diverse range of homelessness projects and temporary housing solutions, helping some of the most complex and disadvantaged groups across Merseyside. Women-Centred Support Practitioner Have you had experience working as a housing support worker? Do you hold the necessary skills to empower, coach and inspire people to move forward positively with their lives? If you do, then we have a fantastic opportunity for a Women centred, strengths-based Relational Support Practitioner to work within a 24/7 supported accommodation project in Liverpool. You will be supporting vulnerable females via a trauma informed, strength-based program of empowerment and confidence-building; Enabling them to personally grow, develop and achieve their personal goals within safe and comfortable environment, whilst working towards greater independence and a more permanent housing solution. What we have to offer Competitive Salary of £(phone number removed) 3 on 3 off shift pattern (8am - 8pm) A contributory pension scheme 225 Hours Annual Leave An online bespoke Mandatory training package including a wide range of additional resources to support your development A range of learning and development opportunities up to and including Level 5 and Management Qualifications Monthly group reflective practice sessions Complimentary Medicash enrolment upon successful completion of probation As a Relational Support Practitioner in our Adults Services team, you will provide practical and emotional support to vulnerable female residents accessing the service to achieve the following outcomes: Reduced harm associated with substance misuse Reduced offending and anti-social behaviour Improved engagement with treatment services Improved health and wellbeing Clear resettlement plan Encourage residents to engage in a timetable of internal/external activities Manage caseload ensuring best possible outcomes for residents Empower residents to fulfil their potential by overcoming various barriers in their lives to work towards recovery Responsibilities as our Relational Support Practitioner: Empower service users to work towards aspirations as part of their plan for a positive and sustainable future, and to achieve their targets as defined within their recovery plan Promote and facilitate therapeutic support to service users in a harm-reduction setting Support service users to maintain contact and/or engage with specialist agencies such as primary care and mental health services Promote involvement in accessing on-site and external activities Encourage supportive group-living environments that empower service users to participate in, and feel part of, the community Facilitate positive recreational time for service users Oversee the safety and security of the building, service users, and visitors at the project Support residents to become tenancy-ready, in preparation for a move onto suitable accommodation Ensure that referrals to the service are encouraged through effective joint working, and are managed efficiently to ensure maximum occupancy levels are achieved and maintained What we re looking for in our Relational Support Practitioner: Demonstrable experience in a similar post supporting vulnerable individuals in either a female-only or harm-reduction setting NVQ Level 3 in Housing/Health and Social Care Ability to accurately record information within case notes and support plans Experience of assessing the needs of vulnerable adults specifically with those who are at risk of homelessness Experience of working collaboratively with other agencies both voluntary and statutory Experience of resettlement programmes and or move on planning An understanding of the impact of factors such as single homelessness, harm reduction, domestic violence, mental health and complex needs on individuals A good understanding of current Health & Safety legislation Excellent communication skills; a calm and confident manner If you believe you are the right candidate for the role as our Relational Support Practitioner, then please click apply now! We d love to hear from you. This post is subject to enhanced DBS criminal record disclosure

Executive Director - Transformation and Improvement Warrington Borough Council is embarking on a critical period of transformation. Following a Best Value Inspection, the Secretary of State has determined that the Council is failing to comply with its Best Value Duty in key areas including governance, strategic finance, and use of resources. In response, the Council will be delivering an Improvement and Recovery Plan, with the Minister minded to appoint Ministerial Envoys to support this. Alongside this, we are committed to a bold and far-reaching Comprehensive Modernisation and Transformation Programme to reshape how we operate, make decisions, and deliver for our communities. This newly created leadership role will sit at the heart of that change. It will provide strategic oversight of the Improvement and Recovery Plan, while driving transformation across all departments and service areas. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team, elected members, and external partners, the postholder will play a critical role in restoring trust, building organisational strength, and setting a new direction for the Council. The postholder will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team. This is a rare opportunity to lead improvement at scale - with the platform, mandate, and urgency to make a lasting impact. As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get: 30 days annual holiday - raising to 32 after 5 years of service (pro-rata) Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme How to Apply For more information or to arrange an informal discussion, pleaseemail Gareth Hopkins, Director of Workforce and Organisational Change. To apply for this role, please download and complete the application pack attached. Completed applications should be returned byemail to the WBC Recruitment Team. Key Dates The closing date for applications is Sunday 06 July 2025. Location: 1 Time Square, Warrington / Town Hall, and across Warrington - Hybrid Working applies Vacancy type: Full time To apply please click the Apply Now link below. Apply forExecutive Director - Transformation and Improvement This role expires06/07/2025. Help us break the news - share your information, opinion or analysis

Jobs Director - Regeneration and Growth Apply Now Salary Competitive Expires 30/06/2025 Location Redbridge, London (Greater) Job Type Full Time Are you ready to lead inclusive growth and regeneration in one of London's most ambitious and diverse boroughs? Redbridge Council is seeking a Director - Regeneration and Growth to shape and deliver a bold, place-based agenda that drives sustainable economic development, housing strategy, and vibrant communities. This is a pivotal leadership role with the opportunity to make a lasting impact across regeneration, housing, leisure, and culture. About the Role As Director - Regeneration and Growth, you will lead a broad portfolio of services including economic development, housing strategy, and place-making. Reporting to the Executive Director of Place, you will play a key role in delivering Redbridge's strategic ambitions through high-performing, customer-focused services. You will be accountable for: Leading the strategic direction and operational delivery of regeneration and growth initiatives across the borough. Driving inclusive economic development and ensuring access to high-quality, affordable housing. Overseeing major regeneration programmes and ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Championing Redbridge as a place to live, work, invest and do business-working closely with the GLA, developers, and local businesses. Developing and implementing strategies for leisure and cultural services that enhance quality of life. Advising Members and shaping strategy aligned with Redbridge's Corporate Strategy and growth ambitions. Building strong partnerships across the public, private, and voluntary sectors to deliver shared goals. This is a role with real impact-supporting vibrant neighbourhoods, economic opportunity, and community wellbeing across Redbridge. About You We are looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with: A successful track record at a senior level in regeneration, economic development, or related services within a large, complex organisation. Deep understanding of policy, legislation, and funding mechanisms that support sustainable growth. Experience leading transformation and delivering improved outcomes across multi-disciplinary teams. Political astuteness and the ability to work effectively with Members and stakeholders. A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to community engagement. Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact. Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for Redbridge's communities. For more information and to apply, please visit: For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna: Bruna Varante on or email: Mark Baldwinson on or email: To apply please click the Apply Now link below. Apply forDirector - Regeneration and Growth This role expires30/06/2025. Apply Now Advertisements Help us break the news - share your information, opinion or analysis Back to top word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1

New Start is a family-run, not-for-profit organisation, providing residential and supported accommodation services for vulnerable adults, families, children, and young people. We deliver a diverse range of homelessness projects and temporary housing solutions, helping some of the most complex and disadvantaged groups across Merseyside. The services we provide aim to enhance lives by offering good quality homes and structured support; encouraging clients to achieve independence and engage in constructive opportunities which will enable them to live a more fulfilled and enriched existence. Relational Support Practitioner Have you had experience working in treatment and recovery services? Do you hold the necessary people skills to confidently support people in a 24/7 accommodation-based recovery service. Would a 3-days on, 3 days off shift pattern suit your employment availability? If so, then we have a fantastic vacancy opportunity for a Relational Support Practitioner to work at our second stage recovery Step-down service in Liverpool. The Step-down service forms part of Liverpool s Recovery Pathway (RISE), the city s treatment and recovery services offer. Sitting at the end of the pathway the service offers 18 weeks of recovery support that has followed on from a prior 18 weeks of treatment/rehabilitation support at the adjacent site next door - delivered by our RISE partners YMCA Together . The two sites work in collaboration to deliver a bespoke and modernised treatment/recovery offer via programs and frameworks that are trauma aware and psychologically informed. Each site benefits from high spec accommodation that provides environments that are safe and secure in which clients can positively thrive whilst moving through their recovery journey with the goal of greater independence and a more permanent housing solution in sight. The successful candidate s role will focus upon supporting vulnerable males and females who live at the Step-down service alongside managing the building and ensuring the site remains safe. What we have to offer: A competitive Salary - £(phone number removed) A 3 days on 3 days off shift pattern (40.25 hours per week) A contributory pension scheme 225 Hours Annual Leave rising to 306 with length of service A range of learning and development opportunities up to and including Level 5 Complimentary Medicash enrolment upon successful completion of probation Main responsibilities as a Relational Support Practitioner will include: To promote / facilitate therapeutic support to service users in an abstinence-based setting. To support service users to achieve their goals and targets as defined / agreed within their recovery plan. To support service users to maintain contact and/or engage with specialist agencies such as primary care and mental health services, DWP etc.) To encourage supportive group-living environments that empowers service users to participate in and feel part of the recovery community. To support positive recreational time for service users; promoting and empowering involvement in accessing on-site and external activities. To empower service users to work towards their future hopes and aspirations as part of their plan for a positive and sustainable future. To support the pathways referral and assessment processes. To facilitate service user inductions, including agreement on a person-centred recovery / support plan and thorough risk assessment. To organise relevant meetings and reviews including statutory case conferences, probation appointments, interagency and or any other meetings relating to service users. To promote/support/facilitate on-site engagement activities to develop individual support programmes that address specific needs including educational, social, emotional and physical health. Accompanying service users (when necessary) to a range of services and activities internally and externally, to enable them to build confidence and increased self-esteem. To support service- users to maintain contact with specialist agencies. What we re looking for in our ideal Relational Support Practitioner: Previous experience in a similar post of supporting individuals who are abstinent and free from substances (Desirable) A person who genuinely cares and wants to make a difference by supporting people to turn their lives around (Essential) A good understanding of health and safety and building management (Desirable) Experience of homelessness and housing challenges (Desirable) NVQ Level 3 in Housing/Health and Social Care, or be working towards this qualification (Desirable) Ability to accurately record information e.g., case notes, support plans and risk assessments (Essential) Experience of IMS, Mainstay, or similar Capita systems (Desirable) If you believe you are the right candidate for the role as our Relational Support Practitioner , then please click apply now! We d love to hear from you. This post is subject to enhanced DBS criminal record disclosure.

New Start is a family-run, not-for-profit organisation, providing residential and supported accommodation services for vulnerable adults, families, children, and young people. We deliver a diverse range of homelessness projects and temporary housing solutions, helping some of the most complex and disadvantaged groups across Merseyside. Support Practitioner - Dispersed Services Have you had experience working as a housing support worker? Do you hold the necessary skills to empower, coach and inspire people to move forward positively with their lives? If you do, then we have a fantastic opportunity for a Support Practitioner to join our fantastic dispersed team based from our head office in Liverpool. You will be supporting vulnerable residents / refugees via a trauma aware, strengths-based program of empowerment and confidence-building; Enabling them to personally grow, develop and achieve their personal goals within safe and comfortable environment, whilst working towards greater independence and a more permanent housing solution. Key Responsibilities of a Support Practitioner - Dispersed Services To provide advice and assistance to individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. To provide daytime visits, encompassing housing-related support and tenancy sustainment and to clients within New Start s Dispersed Service. To operate within the remit of New Start s service specification, delivery model and contractual obligations. To work within allocated time-frames for facilitating move-ins, as per the applicant s priority status. To ensure all new clients to the service receive a full and comprehensive induction of the property and the support service which will run parallel to the tenancy. To devise and implement a Service Plan between the worker and the Service User to map out the immediate support actions requiring intensive assistance, which will provide the foundations for resettlement planning. To work as part of the main Service Plan with clients to register with Property Pool Plus and develop a realistic resettlement aiming for, where appropriate, a 6-month resettlement outcome. To support clients to resolve debt issues. To support clients to access voluntary work, training and work-based learning opportunities that will assist them with securing future employment. To support clients with family mediation. To create, manage and maintain Service User files, and ensure that all relevant documentation is completed to the highest standards, and within agreed timescales. ?To initiate and carry out regular case reviews as required ensuring clients are on the right path to achieve their potential. To provide refugees, especially those who are highly vulnerable or have complex needs, with specialist advice on housing options and welfare rights. What we have to offer Competitive Salary of £25350 Mon - Fri 37.5 hours per week A contributory pension scheme 22 Days annual leave. Rising by 1 day per year's service An online bespoke Mandatory training package including a wide range of additional resources to support your development A range of learning and development opportunities up to and including Level 5 Medicash If you believe you are the right candidate for the role as our Support Practitioner, then please click apply now! We d love to hear from you. This post is subject to enhanced DBS criminal record disclosure

Jobs Deputy Chief Executive Apply Now Salary £Competitive Expires 30/06/2025 Location Redbridge, London (Greater) Job Type Full Time Are you ready to lead transformation and innovation at the heart of one of London's most ambitious boroughs? Redbridge Council is seeking a Deputy Chief Executive to drive organisational change, digital innovation, and workforce development. This is a pivotal executive leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of the Council and ensure it remains modern, inclusive, and customer-focused. About the Role Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead a broad portfolio including organisational development, workforce strategy, digital transformation, IT, data governance, and programme delivery. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will also deputise for the Chief Executive and play a central role in shaping the Council's strategic direction. You will be accountable for: Leading organisational development and workforce strategies that support a skilled, motivated and inclusive workforce. Overseeing the Council's digital and IT transformation programmes, ensuring services are modern, accessible and efficient. Driving the Council's modernisation agenda and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. Ensuring robust data governance, cyber security and compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Leading the Programme Management Office to support delivery of major projects and transformation initiatives. Advising Members and working collaboratively across the Council to deliver corporate priorities. Representing the Council externally and building strong partnerships with stakeholders across London and beyond. This is a role with real breadth and impact-supporting innovation, improving services, and ensuring Redbridge is a great place to work and live. About You We are looking for a strategic and inspirational leader with: A strong track record at a senior level in organisational development, digital transformation, or related services. Experience leading large-scale change and delivering improved outcomes in complex environments. Deep understanding of local government policy, workforce development, and digital innovation. Political awareness and the ability to work effectively with elected Members and stakeholders. A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to customer service and equality. Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact. Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for Redbridge's communities. For more information and to apply, please visit: For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna: Dawar Hashmi on or email: Ali Tasker on or email: Recruitment Timeline: Closing Date: 30 June To apply please click the Apply Now link below. Supporting Documents for Deputy Chief Executive Download Job Description (PDF) To apply please click the Apply Now link below. Apply forDeputy Chief Executive This role expires30/06/2025. Apply Now Help us break the news - share your information, opinion or analysis word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1

Jobs Executive Director - Place, Communities and Enterprise Apply Now Salary £Competitive Expires 11/07/2025 Location Redbridge, London (Greater) Job Type Full Time Are you ready to lead one of London's most ambitious place-shaping agendas? Redbridge Council is seeking an Executive Director - Place, Communities and Enterprise to drive forward a bold vision for regeneration, housing, economic growth, and community wellbeing. This is a pivotal executive leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of one of the UK's fastest-growing and most diverse boroughs. About the Role Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead a wide-ranging portfolio that includes housing, regeneration, planning, neighbourhood services, community safety, and economic development. You will play a central role in delivering Redbridge's strategic priorities-ensuring clean, safe, and inclusive neighbourhoods, vibrant town centres, and sustainable growth. You will be accountable for: Providing strategic leadership across housing, property, regeneration, planning, transport, neighbourhood services , and community cohesion. Driving economic growth and inward investment, with a strong focus on Ilford Town Centre and borough-wide regeneration. Leading high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams delivering essential front-line services. Ensuring the Council's land and property assets support regeneration, housing delivery, and climate goals. Championing inclusive communities and ensuring Redbridge remains a safe, attractive place to live and work. Advising Members and shaping cross-cutting strategies aligned with Redbridge's Corporate Plan. Representing Redbridge at regional and national levels, influencing policy and securing investment. This is a role with real breadth and impact-supporting community wellbeing, economic opportunity, and sustainable development across Redbridge. About You We are looking for a strategic and inspirational leader with: Substantial senior experience in local government or a comparable complex organisation. A strong track record in regeneration, housing, planning, or environmental services. Deep understanding of local government policy, legislation, and funding frameworks. Experience leading large-scale transformation and delivering improved outcomes. Political acumen and the ability to work effectively with elected Members and stakeholders. A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to community engagement. Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact. Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for Redbridge's communities. For more information and to apply, please visit: For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna: Bruna Varante on or email: Kelly Ridley on or email: Recruitment Timeline: Closing Date: 11 July To apply please click the Apply Now link below. Supporting Documents for Executive Director - Place, Communities and Enterprise Download Job Description (PDF) To apply please click the Apply Now link below. Apply forExecutive Director - Place, Communities and Enterprise This role expires11/07/2025. Apply Now Help us break the news - share your information, opinion or analysis word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1

We have an exciting position available as a Deputy Manager to deliver high quality care to the children and young people within the home. You will be based in Liverpool on a full time, permanent basis working 37.5 hours and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £27315.60 - in addition you will receive a sleep in allowance of £45 totalling £5400 per annum click apply for full job details

Executive Director: Economic Growth & Neighbourhood Services This is a great role for a talented and ambitious individual who can offer a breadth of experience leading on regeneration and development and the delivery of place-based services. You'll be accountable for a full range of services, that includes: Infrastructure, Economy & Capital Projects Culture Planning, Transport and Public Protection Property & Asset Management Reading has a number of major development projects underway - working with public and private sector partners to bring together the investment, capacity and expertise needed to see these ambitious plans come to fruition. As Executive Director, it's important that you can step into this space, with an informed appreciation of the different drivers and objectives, as well as complexities, and work with others to negotiate and influence delivery of the right outcomes for our community. Alongside the physical aspects of town centre regeneration, you'll also be focused on the wider system and infrastructure demands that come with growth - working in partnership with Health, the Environment Agency, Thames Water, SSE and others to ensure that growth is deliverable and sustainable. Other priorities will include an options appraisal of our waste services, responding to legislative changes and assessing the contractual implications and opportunities that these changes present. We are looking for an individual with a proven track record of delivery and a full complement of associated skills around commerciality, negotiation, performance and budget management. Outcome focused, you'll ensure that our processes enable rather than stymie growth, and that an informed evaluation of risk supports good decision-making. This is a role for someone with the skills, drive and ambition to change Reading for the better. You will be a visible and influential member of the Leadership team who can offer expert strategic insight within your own area and see the connections and interdependencies across the corporate context. Contact Steve Guest or Beth Roberts at Solace in Business on for more information. To apply please click the Apply Now link below. Apply for Executive Director: Economic Growth & Neighbourhood Services This role expires on 03/03/2025.

Chief Operating Officer: HoS1 Apply Now Salary £92,505 - £97,453 Expires 20/02/2025 Location Herefordshire Job Type Full Time Herefordshire Council is a stable, well-run and established unitary council in a financial position that will be the envy of many. We are proud to be the local authority for one of England's most beautiful counties, sitting on the border with Wales with links into both the West Midlands and South West, we enjoy excellent partnerships across and beyond the region. Working with our local communities in our beautiful iconic landscapes, with historic market towns, a cathedral city and wonderful countryside, Herefordshire is the place for innovation. Our ambitious growth aspirations in line with our Council Plan 2024 - 2028 will deliver more for both residents and businesses across the community of Herefordshire. We are looking to recruit to this critical post in our Economy and Environment Directorate to help us do just that. You will take responsibility for the successful delivery of a broad portfolio of critical front line services, leading a diverse team of highly skilled professionals across Highways and Environment, Economy and Business Services, and Strategic Transport. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the frontline services in Herefordshire achieve a high profile by setting, delivering and maintaining high standards and by forging strong partnerships. Whilst we expect that you will have a technical background in one or more of these service areas, we are far more interested in your ability to lead a substantial and diverse team towards delivering excellence for our residents and businesses. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and EXPERIENCE An experienced senior manager with a track record of delivering top quality public services and continuous improvement. A background of successfully leading multiple business units and meeting the needs of customers across diverse localities. The ability to translate corporate strategy into service delivery by generating clarity for others through exceptional leadership, organisational development and change management expertise. Demonstrable achievement of value for money for customers with a strong focus on maximising a return from available resources. A leader who engages and enables others to deliver their best. Knowledge of commissioning-based service models and their application in a public service context. Ability to build partnership relationships and influence government policy. A comprehensive professional/developmental track record, including relevant advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired through qualification to Qualifications and Curriculum Framework Level 8 for specialist knowledge and Level 7 for managerial knowledge or equivalent experience for both. For further information please contact our executive search partners GatenbySanderson: Louise Bickley () or Seb Lowe (). Closing Date: 20th February 2025. To apply please click the Apply Now link below.