Opus People Solutions Ltd

Associate Director of IT & Systems 90,000 + performance related bonus Responsible to: Chief Finance Officer Work Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days a week in the office) About the organisation The Vertas Group is a collaborative organisation made up of three companies. Vertas, Concertus Design and Property Consultants, and Opus People Solutions. The Vertas Group has become one of the largest integrated facilities management companies in Great Britain, winning multiple awards along the way. Collectively the group cover a wide range of services from designing and building properties to pay management, recruitment capabilities, transport, and cleaning. The Vertas Group embrace challenges alongside clients by working, developing, and learning together - delivering benefits not just to a place of business but to the communities that surround it too. The Vertas Group are incredibly proud of the work they do and how they can support their client's needs through the provision of multiple services under one roof. The role The role will report into the Chief Finance Officer for the Group and support the strategic development and transformation of IT and Systems across Vertas Group and all subsidiaries, which includes Concertus, Concertus Derbyshire, Opus, Opus Teach, Vertas, Oak Park, Verse, Vertas Derbyshire & Vertas Nottinghamshire. This role sits at Associate Director level within our Group and will support the Board of Directors with the achievement of the strategic business plan by creating and implementing an IT transition and growth strategy. The ideal candidate will be dynamic, a strong communicator, solution and action focussed with strong commercial acumen. Key requirements Plan, develop and execute the corporate IT & Systems Strategy and roadmap to support the strategic plans of the Group. The goals here are to enhance client services, improve user effectiveness and encourage innovation. Review and adapt IT processes, policies and ways of working that support the longer-term strategic vision of both the IT function and the Group Analyse the business IT requirements of the Group to determine their IT & System's needs. Liaising regularly with executive and senior management on the IT strategic deliverables, including the provision of service level KPI's. Leading the IT Team and being responsible for performance management, recruitment, and employee relations matters. You are supported by the Groups People team. Maintain operational IT plans and lead the team to deliver these and ensure the on-going delivery of IT & Systems support across the Group including outsourcing / insourcing of activities. Ensure that wider Group maintains and/or achieves, the appropriate accreditations (cyber essentials Plus, ISO etc) in accordance with the IT & Systems Strategy. Maintain high performing service support functions including service desk, onsite support, outsourced support, IT Infrastructure and architecture, and IT training. Accountable for the Groups IT & Systems budget, report on expenditure and variances to budget. Regularly assess the level of customer IT service satisfaction and lead the team to remedy any areas of concerning, ensuring that the internal users are given a strong customer focus, and satisfaction levels increase. Review the IT training needs requirements across the Group at all levels, creating a flexible training delivery solution that is robust, flexible, and future proof to increase IT capability in our workforce. Supported by the Organisational Development Team. Accountable for the implementation and maintenance of IT & Systems policies, processes, and technologies. Plan, manage and oversee all IT communications to the Group, such as service notifications ensuring the message is simple and easy to understand. Supported by the Communications team. Lead the team to ensure they are managing IT suppliers and outsourced services in accordance with agreed service levels, being the final point of escalation for service level issues and holding the provider to account when required. Accountable for ensuring a comprehensive purchase review is carried out by the team to ensure cost-effective and value add purchase on technological equipment, software, contracts and systems. Maintain the IT Risk Register, reporting to the Board any internal information security issues and incidents providing solutions and recommendations to resolution. Support the Board in the management of Group Risk on all IT related matters and report on risk levels and mitigation monthly. Skills & experience Extensive experience in IT, ideally have experience of operating at strategic level and reporting up to Board level Worked in a complex IT environment which is solution focussed Experience of leading large complex IT projects in a fast-paced environment Strong leadership and team management experience Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or related subject Experience with methodologies like PRINCE2, ITIL, Scrum and Agile Experienced (or at least significant exposure and keen interest) in the IT governance and information security discipline Proven experience in working with IT teams in complex and dynamic environments Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to explain technical concepts and technologies to senior leaders including non-technical members of staff Good understanding of data privacy (GDPR) governance and risk management activities and how this influences IT and business operations Excellent understanding of the Microsoft eco-system, particularly M365, D365 F&O, Power Suite & Fabric Proven experience with Data & Business Intelligence within an ERP focussed environment If you are interested in the position please submit an application and a member of the team will reach out to you to discuss the role in detail and next steps.

Community Events Support Officer Pay : 13.69, 25-30 hours per week (can be flexible) Length : 3 months with opportunity for extension Location: Redditch Town Hall / Hybrid Occasionally be required to work some weekends and evenings to attend events. Are you available immediately? Are you an experienced events co-ordinator? Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Bromsgrove and Redditch Council for a temporary, experienced Community Events Officer to support events delivery and co-ordination of events, internal and external. Main responsibility would be to develop, implement, deliver and monitor cohesive and complementary events programmes, work with Park Project & Events Officer to ensure current services reflect the most effective use of resources, promote integration, assist in production of service and site-specific improvement plans to increase usage, attendances, participation and satisfaction ratings of service areas. To assist the Service Management Team in providing strong, effective and cohesive service management through building effective working relationships with external partners, stakeholders and communities groups in order to develop and improve the provision of services to local residents, to develop activity programmes, projects and schemes that promote the positive impact that sport, physical activity, active recreation, arts and cultural experience can have on residents standard of living at all times. Ideal candidate would be a team player who is energetic, innovative, determined and positive enough to develop shared services and contribute to the future model of the service delivery discussions, proven track record of working as events officer, an in-depth knowledge and experience of the services within local authority, excellent IT skills and ability to demonstrate innovation within pervious roles in the design, planning and implementation of front-line services. Please apply now for more information!

Job Title: Education Capital and Place Planning Officer Location: Remote WFH with occasional need to visit School's around the Northamptonshire area. Rate of Pay: 425 per day Umbrella OR 330.22 per day PAYE Working Hours: Full Time hours - 37 per week Type: Temporary Role until January 2026 Opus People Solutions are working with North Northamptonshire Council to recruit for a Education Capital and Place Planning Officer. Purpose of the job To ensure the Councils meet their statutory duty to secure sufficient education provision across North Northamptonshire: Planning and reviewing of demand across the area Contributing to the commissioning and establishing of new places in consultation with other statutory bodies. Contributing to the development and on-going review of policies and procedures in respect of the planning and commissioning of 0-25 educational provision in line with established and changing national policies. Facilitate the conversion process whereby maintained schools become academies, operating independently from the County Council. The Education Capital and Place Planning Officer will support the council's delivery of its statutory duty to provide sufficient school places by identifying need and the determination of how school places should be provided through the delivery of new capital projects. Principal responsibilities To undertake a statutory school place planning role for the council. This will include regular liaison and partnership working with the Council's Admissions Team, headteachers, planning and regeneration officers, developers and contractors. To monitor the Council's planning process and identify schemes where section 106 contributions are required. To ensure that a robust negotiating position is prepared using forecast data and robust costings of the physical education infrastructure required. To be responsible for specific school capital projects within the capital programme. This will entail: Ensuring capital projects are delivered within key performance criteria relating to time, cost, value for money and sustainability managing project specific risks and issues ensuring these are recorded accurately and reviewed and resolved in a timely manner meeting deadlines for corporate project reporting on a monthly basis and specifically for the service Strategic Highlight Report and the Children's Capital Programme Board To manage external project consultants including monitoring their contractual progress and deliverables and preparation of related documents To take the lead role in developing and delivering each projects communication strategy To take the lead role in organising and co-ordinating key project events and consultations both informal and statutory, including pre-planning application consultation. To ensure that the necessary publicity and information is provided as required and that adequate stakeholder consultation take place ensuring that all stakeholders are consulted and given the opportunity to participate in the process To deal sensitively with a range of complex and contentious enquiries from all stakeholders, dealing efficiently with any issues requiring immediate attention (including Members and MPs questions and Freedom of Information requests To keep abreast of new legislation, statutory guidance, central government policies, local authority policies and practices and internal and external factors relevant to the successful delivery of the Council's Schools Capital Programme (e.g. Building Bulletins) To evaluate the performance of procurement and delivery methods used and contribute to the procurement strategy for the education capital programme To develop and support the service offered to maintained schools by developing schools' Asset Management Plans to prioritise the use of devolved maintenance and capital funding in line with building condition priorities and, in particular, support decarbonisation of the schools estate by identify bidding opportunities for capital funding identified in each schools Heat Decarbonisation Plan. For more information or to process your application for this role, please apply online now.

Cleaners - New Victoria Theatre Woking Are you passionate about the arts and take pride in creating a clean and inviting environment? Join our team as a Theatre Cleaner and play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of our esteemed theatres. Opus People Solutions on behalf of Vertas Group is seeking a dedicated individual who understands the importance of cleanliness and strives for excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative environment. Temporary but ASAP start! 12.49 per hour Location ATG New Victoria Theatre Woking Hours: 8:00 - 11:00 ; 6 days a week, including some weekends ( rota ) Responsibilities - Perform general cleaning tasks throughout the theatre, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting. - Clean and sanitize restrooms, including replenishing supplies and ensuring a high standard of hygiene. - Empty trash cans and dispose of waste appropriately. - Clean and maintain theatre seating areas, including wiping down chairs and ensuring they are in good condition. - Clean and maintain lobby areas, including glass surfaces, entrance doors, and ticket counters. - Maintain cleanliness backstage, including dressing rooms, green rooms, and production areas. - Respond to urgent cleaning requests and accidents promptly and efficiently. - Follow established health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. Requirements - Knowledge of appropriate cleaning techniques, products, and equipment. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing a clean and sanitary environment. - Ability to work independently and efficiently manage time and tasks. - A positive and friendly attitude We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to our theatre cleaning team. Apply now!

Cleaners - Kings Theatre Glasgow Are you passionate about the arts and take pride in creating a clean and inviting environment? Join our team as a Theatre Cleaner and play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of our esteemed theatres. Opus People Solutions on behalf of Vertas Group is seeking a dedicated individual who understands the importance of cleanliness and strives for excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative environment. Temporary but ASAP start! 12.49 per hour Location ATG Kings Theatre Glasgow Hours: 8:00am-12pm Monday to Saturday Afternoon Cover Wednesday to Saturday 4pm-7pm Responsibilities - Perform general cleaning tasks throughout the theatre, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting. - Clean and sanitize restrooms, including replenishing supplies and ensuring a high standard of hygiene. - Empty trash cans and dispose of waste appropriately. - Clean and maintain theatre seating areas, including wiping down chairs and ensuring they are in good condition. - Clean and maintain lobby areas, including glass surfaces, entrance doors, and ticket counters. - Maintain cleanliness backstage, including dressing rooms, green rooms, and production areas. - Respond to urgent cleaning requests and accidents promptly and efficiently. - Follow established health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. Requirements - Knowledge of appropriate cleaning techniques, products, and equipment. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing a clean and sanitary environment. - Ability to work independently and efficiently manage time and tasks. - A positive and friendly attitude We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to our theatre cleaning team. Apply now!

Programme Delivery Officer Hourly rate: 16.10 Location: Redditch Town Hall B98 /Bromsgrove Parkside B61 and some home working Working hours: Monday-Friday 9 to 5, occasional weekends. Contract: 3 months with review for extension Role responsibilities: Overview of Playing Pitch and Built Leisure Facility Strategy Recommendation delivery to include facilitating our Indoor and Outdoor Leisure Facility Partnership meetings, liaising with National Governing Bodies for Sport and Sport England Contributing towards our Uniting the Movement Work to build a better network for physical activity and spirt development in the areas. Fundraise and manage associated community activities with young people and disabled people Facilitate the meetings of the Redditch Youth Providers Forum and provide ongoing support services to these partners who meet with us Support the work of the wider team, to include the work of the RENEW (Rediscover North East Worcestershire) Arts Council England Place partnership Fund ( 550k) Provide administrative support to the Manager in relation to finance, data base and other administrative functions that fall in the remit of this service For more information or to process your application, apply now!

Legal Administration Officer Hourly rate: 17.66 Location: Between 2 sites Brentwood Borough Council CM15 8AY and Rochford District Council SS14 1PX, hybrid working available aftering training Working hours: Monday-Friday 9 to 5 Length of contract: 3-6 months with review for extension Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Brentwood Borough Council for a Legal Admin Officer to support and assist the day to day running of the Council's Legal service. Role responsibilities: Maintain records and file management using electronic systems and paper files/deeds, including creating new files, closing old files and ensuring records are up to date. Dealing with ordering, invoices and income collection including use of the Council's financial systems and internal procedures. Support with managing the Legal service inbox, liaising both internally and externally and proactively assisting where possible. Scanning, emailing and photocopying documents for fee earners. Liaising with fee earners and external partners to support completion and signing of legal documents. Ensuring timely delivery (including personal service of court papers), collection of documents and issue of court proceeding at court as required. Collate performance information for the service using the Council's systems, procedures and policies. Maintain a diary system of key deadlines for the service. Support fee earners with arranging meetings with client departments and external stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a Legal background, to process your application, please apply now!

Job Title: Housing Safeguarding Lead Location: Hybrid - WFH & North Northamptonshire Council, Bowling Green Road, Kettering, Northants NN15 7QX Rate of Pay: Negotiable Working Hours: Full Time - Monday to Friday - 9am-5pm Type: Temporary role until March 2026 Opus People Solutions are working with North Northamptonshire Council to recruit for a Housing Safeguarding Lead. Purpose of the job To be the housing service expert and single point of contact for complex safeguarding matters, ensuring that safeguarding practises are embedded into day-to-day service delivery. This includes leading teams to coordinate appropriate support and risk management planning for those accessing services within Housing Solutions, and North Northamptonshire Council tenants. Contribute to tenancy sustainment, prevention of homelessness and rough sleeping by ensuring that vulnerable people with complex needs are appropriately assessed and supported through joined up and proactive multi-agency support. Provide training and briefings across the full housing service in relation to safeguarding matters to help drive forward practise improvement in this area. Main Duties Provide expert advice and lead on safeguarding matters relating to tenancy sustainment, homelessness prevention and multiple exclusion homelessness and rough sleeping, ensuring the provision of high-quality interventions and support that comply with statutory requirements and the Council's policies and procedures. Develop and deliver training to team members to ensure they are abreast of local safeguarding practises, procedures, and resources, and to provide information on legislation and best practice. Develop team members to become safeguarding champions in order that safeguarding practises can be embedded in day-to-day service delivery. Supervise and lead team members who are widening their skills and strengths in safeguarding matters, providing them with advice, guidance, support, and training to enable them to work proactively and collaboratively with internal teams and other services and organisations to identify and reduce risks, deliver effective and outcome focussed interventions and achieve positive results. Coordinate, chair and participate in multi-agency meetings for example case conferences or Adult Risk Management (ARM) meetings and escalate cases as required for example to the ARM Oversight Panel. Ensure that all meeting minutes and records and case notes are accurately recorded, appropriately stored, and case management systems are updated. Build and maintain links, and work proactively and collaboratively, with internal teams and other services and organisations to improve service delivery, agree new and more innovative ways of working, ensure that vulnerable people are supported and work together to address complex cases and safeguarding concerns. This will include developing and maintaining protocols, partnership agreements, data-sharing agreements and processes / procedures with key partners. Represent the Housing Solutions Service and the Council at relevant strategic meetings as required, for example Northamptonshire Safeguarding Adults Delivery Board. Monitor and track performance in relation to the completion of mandatory training, timely interventions and outcomes, providing support and and/or addressing performance issues where appropriate. Ensure accurate collection, analysis, and submission of data and information, preparing reports and briefings for senior management and partner agencies as required. Person Specification Hold a relevant qualification (e.g. HND/NVQ Level 4) or show an equivalent capability. Substantial and demonstratable experience at a team leader or expert level (or similar) within a local authority, housing association or voluntary organisation Proven experience in delivering safeguarding practices Experience of working with and advocating for vulnerable adults, and knowledge of relevant safeguarding procedures relating to adults and children Experience of chairing and participating in multidisciplinary case conferences. Experience of managing, mentoring and supporting teams to deliver high-quality services. Knowledge of safeguarding practises and procedures For more information or to process your application for this role, please apply online now.

School Cook / Chef Location: Rendlesham IP12 Pay : 13.27 PAYE or 16.79 Umbrella Working hours 08.30- 13:30 Mon-Fri Length : temporary, from 2nd November until 19th December Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate, Enhanced DBS and references are required ( we can apply for a new DBS) Are you an experienced Cook/ Chef looking for a new challenge? This is an exciting opportunity to use your cooking skills to make a real difference every day. Opus People Solutions are excited to recruit on behalf of Vertas Group for an experienced temporary Cook based at School. The role is to cater for approximately 150 meals a day (there are two Food Service Assistants on site as well) and make sure service are delivered to a high standard, and that set policies and procedures are adhered to, prepare weekly menu. Main duties: Supervision of the unit including monitoring hygiene standards, staff training and all day-to-day operations of the kitchen. Undertake and/or lead a team where appropriate in the preparation, cooking and service of the meal. Administrative work, including placing orders, stock control and monitoring of food budgets. Checking and recording the amount, price and condition of all food/non-food deliveries and taking any necessary action required. To take responsibility for the standards of cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen premises and equipment whilst maintaining sufficient stock levels of cleaning materials. We are looking for an experienced cook with Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate, who has a sound understanding of current food hygiene practices and legislation, knowledge in preparation and cooking of healthy, high-quality meals for a range of customers needs, great team player, working as part of wider catering team. Sounds good? We'd love to hear from you, please apply now!

Painter/Decorator Position: Painter Decorator Rate of Pay: 15.84 per hour PAYE / 21.38 per hour Umbrella. Recruiter: Opus People Solutions, on behalf of our client Location: Fleming Road Depot, Corby, NN17 4SW Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Contract: 3-month ongoing temporary basis About the Role Opus People Solutions on behalf of North Northamptonshire Council is seeking to recruit an experience, skilled and versatile Painter/Decorator to join the team. The role is crucial to ensuring the maintenance and upkeep of temporary accommodation, helping to prepare and sustain housing units for occupancy. As a Painter/Decorator your main role is to carry out Painting and decorating to high standard within empty Council properties throughout the Kettering & Corby Areas. This will include minor plastering works, filling and striping wallpaper when required. Key Responsibilities Painting and decorating work as specified to Council housing stock to unoccupied properties. Plumbing Internal or external decorating to Council properties Domestic to a high standard. To work off ladders scaffolds or 'Cherry Picker' as required and to be aware of all hazards involved, when at working heights. Ability to identify harmful substances for example Asbestos bearing Materials and MDF. To have current driving licences and have experience driving commercial vehicle under 3.5 tonnes. Drive NNC vehicles for business use and travel between locations as required. Essential Requirements Qualifications: NVQ qualification in Painting and Decorating. Certificate awarding Asbestos Awareness. Experience: 24 months of hands-on experience as a qualified Painter & Decorator. Experience with interiors of older buildings and structures. Driving: Full, clean UK driving licence. Access to own vehicle for commuting and occasional business use.

Job Title: Payroll Reconciliation Officer Location: WFH 4 days per week, 1 day in the One Angel Square Rate of Pay: 15.84 per hour PAYE or 21.28 Umbrella Working Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm Type: Temporary Role - 12 weeks with potential for a permanent role Opus People Solutions are working with West Northamptonshire Council to recruit for a Payroll Reconciliation Officer. Overall purpose of the post Responsible for administrating payroll reconciliation and third-party payments across multi clients including Statutory and Voluntary deductions and Pensions reporting. Adhering to specified deadlines and to audit requirements. Using knowledge and the ability to understand complex calculation of Tax, National Insurance and Pension contributions. To complete control account reconciliation and complete working papers for multi clients and accounts. To support and assist the Manager and Senior Officer in the management of workflow within the team(s) and ensure a customer focussed and efficient operational service is delivered. To provide accurate information and support in response to customer enquires according to the agreed procedures, polices and legislation requirements. To ensure an integrated approach to Payroll Services for WNC through assisting with the implementation of new technologies, methodologies and processes that meet the needs of clients, customers and client organisations. To ensure an integrated approach to Payroll Services for WNC through assisting with the implementation of new technologies, methodologies and processes that meet the needs of clients, customers and client organisations. Principal responsibilities Provide operational services within the Payroll team across all clients. Work closely with the Manager, keeping them informed of staff, process, system or performance issues and take responsibility for resolving issues or recommending options for resolving them as appropriate. To ensure that all documentation is recorded and retained as per legislation and audit requirements. To be responsible for ensuring that all payroll reconciliations and third-party payments across multi clients are processed accurately, within specified deadlines and to audit requirements, thus ensuring all employees statutory and voluntary deductions are paid accurately and on time. Working within audit requirements to ensure that control accounts are reconciled on a monthly basis providing supporting evidence and working papers. Undertake any additional necessary reconciliations ensuring appropriate supporting documents are retained and that these are signed off monthly by required Management. Ensure operational service priorities are met and customer and audit requirements are adhered to through effective workflow management. Working collaboratively with Payroll Services teams to ensure that all payments are processed and all supporting documentation provided to ensure that all statutory and legislation requirements are met Respond to and resolve complex enquires, requests and queries within the agreed service standard and according to operational procedures. Provide advice to the Manager and Service Delivery Manager on areas of the service where improvements could be made and make recommendations to improve processes and efficiency. Accountable for ensuring compliance of changes to Pension regulations is maintained and adhered to. Working within a team supporting others to ensure that all reconciliation and payments are delivered on time and accurately Manage own workload, processing complex data received and ensure that high quality information reports are produced and to submit data accurately and in a timely manner to Third parties such as Teachers Pensions. Following current processes and ensure that audit requirements are adhered to. Support system implementations including conducting system testing, developing system documentation / process notes and delivering training to staff on new system processes. Work collaboratively on projects that support developments / improvements for the Payroll Service in a professional and positive way. Take responsibilities and ownership on improvements within the Service that can be recommended and implemented within the team Face to face meetings with customers and business areas responding to and resolving complex queries to mitigate complaints escalating further. Working in partnership with our customers, identifying training needs and positively participating in face to face Payroll surgeries and workshops. Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope and purpose of this job description and which are commensurate with the grade of the post. Person Spec Educated to A Level / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent or experience gained in a similar or related service Finance qualification or equivalent by experience Experience and Knowledge Experience of working within finance or payroll Experience of Control Account reconciliation. Experience of developing system user guides and training documentation for new systems and processes Experience of working independently scheduling and prioritising own work to meet service requirements Able to collate, produce, and present information relating to the team's activities using statistical data to enhance understanding and decision making Proven customer service background with experience of conflict resolution, negotiation and diplomacy skills Experience and proven ability to identify service improvements and manage change in a controlled way Excellent IT skills with good knowledge of Microsoft office applications. For more information or to process your application for this role, please apply online now.

Job Title: Food and Safety Officer Location: Covering East Suffolk Rate of Pay: 65 Per Inspection (Umbrella rate) OR 48.59 Per Inspection (PAYE rate) Working Hours: Flexible Hours Type: Temporary Role - Until the end of March with possible extension Outside IR35 Opus People Solutions are working with East Suffolk Council to recruit for a Food and Safety Officer, to conduct D rate inspections only across commercial food businesses in East Suffolk. There are 20-30 category D inspections to be completed during March 2025. Main Purpose of Job: To protect public health by delivering a range of services for which the Council is responsible in relation to food safety, food hygiene, export health certification and attestations, food business registrations and approvals, food poisoning investigations, occupational health and safety, skin piercing registration, work related infectious disease control health and safety and all port heath functions for Lowestoft port, at a level appropriate to the post holder's qualifications, experience and competence. To assist in developing a culture of continuous improvement and performance, ensuring the Council's values and behaviours are embedded in delivering a customer focused service. Requirements: 3 years' post qualification experience in food safety field with demonstrable level of technical knowledge in food Own vehicle and driving licence For more information or to process your application for this role, please apply online now.

Job Title: Benefit Assessment Officer Location: Fully remote or Hybrid at Corby or Kettering offices. Rate of Pay: 25 per hour Umbrella or 18.52 per hour PAYE Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 37 hours Type: Temporary role until Oct 24 Opus People Solutions are working with North Northamptonshire Council to recruit for a Benefit Assessment Officer , to administer the Housing and Council Tax Benefit Scheme in accordance with Legislation and Council Policy. Main Responsibilities: Benefit Administration Processes and maintains all types of Benefit Claims received using the Document Imaging Processing System. Deals with Rent Officer referrals and Pre-Tenancy Determinations. Identifies cases where discretion is required to be exercised and refers to the Senior Benefit Assistant for a decision. Identifies cases where there is suspicion of fraud and refers such cases to the Fraud section for action. Calculates amount of weekly benefit savings and notifies Benefit Enquiry Officer of result. Issues and instigates Interventions. To undertake monitoring of benefit transactions in accordance with legislation. To report to the Benefits Manager with the results of monitoring exercises using computer technology. Monitor performance in order to complete returns to government agencies relating to performance. Keeping up to date with legislation. Ensure Benefit claims are assessed accurately to ensure subsidy is maximised for residents of the Borough. Overpayments Identifies and categorises overpayments. Determines the most appropriate method of recovery for overpayments and initiates recovery mechanism, e.g., from on-going entitlement, by sundry debt, through the Council Tax account. Identifies cases where recovery of the overpayment is inappropriate and refers to the Senior Benefits Officer or Appeals and Overpayment Officer for a decision. General Liaise with creditors section to facilitate direct payment for landlords and claimants by cheque or BACS. Operates office machinery. Complies with all Council Policies with particular reference to the Health & Safety, Equal Opportunity and Communication Policies. Undertakes any other duties with the scope and grade of this post. Person Specification One years clerical experience Experience of revenue collection Experience of Housing and Council tax benefits 5 GCSE's or equivalent, including Maths and English IRRV Technician qualification or willingness to study for Ability to undertake complex calculations Good communication skills Experience of Welfare rights/benefits available Computer literate Ability to work to deadlines and Government targets Experience of Word, Excel and Access Experience of Electronic Document Management For more information or to process your application for this role, please apply online now.

Caretaker Hourly rate: 13.94 Location: Brentwood various sites Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am to 5pm This is a temporary contract with potential permenant opportunity for the right candidate. Opus People Solutions on behalf of Brentwood Borough Council are recruiting for a Mobile Cleaner/Caretaker to assist in the delivery of a responsive customer-based service for residents. You will be responsible for maintaining communal areas within the Council's Housing Estates, duties will include communal cleaning, grounds maintenance, estate inspections, carrying out small maintenance repairs as well as responsibility in the health & safety and security issues of estates. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an understanding of COSHH. Driving licence and own vehicle is essential for this role (mileage between sites can be claimed) For more information or to process your application, please apply now!

Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Vertas for Grounds Maintanence to undertake a wide variety of grounds maintenance operations including Strimming, Pedestrian mowing, Hedge Cutting, Leaf clearance and shrub pruning using appropriate machines / tools relating to those operations. ASAP Temp to Perm Additional Information: Location- Chesterfield Monday-Friday 7:30am-3.30pm Hourly Rate: 11.60 Enhanced DBS required What can we offer you: Holiday entitlement accrued while working Pension contribution from employer Opus candidates hear about jobs first Opportunity to apply for permanent positions as an 'internal candidate' Gain experience to support permanent applications

Job Title: Senior Asylum & Review Housing Options Officer Location: Rugby Borough Council Rate: 30 per hour Working Hours: 37 hours Assignment Duration: Full-time, 3 months (potential for extension) Hybrid Working: Once or twice a week in the office About the Role Rugby Borough Council is seeking an experienced Senior Asylum & Review Housing Options Officer to join our Housing Options team. This temporary role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to make a real difference in the lives of those in need of housing support and asylum services. You will be responsible for managing complex cases, conducting reviews, and providing high-quality housing advice to vulnerable individuals. Key Responsibilities: - Assess and review housing options for individuals seeking asylum and vulnerable residents, ensuring all recommendations are in line with council policies and regulations. - Handle complex cases, providing clear guidance on housing rights, homelessness prevention, and support pathways. - Conduct thorough reviews of decisions made within the housing options service, ensuring compliance with legal standards. - Work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners to offer comprehensive support and solutions. - Attend office once or twice a week, with flexibility for remote work. Requirements: - Proven experience in housing options, homelessness prevention, or asylum support services. - Strong understanding of relevant housing legislation, particularly in relation to asylum and immigration. - Excellent case management skills with the ability to handle sensitive and complex cases. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality service. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the experience to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you.

Job Title: Systems Analyst Location: Hybrid Working - WFH and Office attendance at New Shire Hall 1 to 2 days per week. Once a month meeting in office. Rate of Pay: 17.80 Umbrella or 13.36 PAYE Working Hours: Full Time - 37 hours Type: Temporary Role - 12 Weeks + Extensions Opus People Solutions are working with Cambridgeshire County Council to recruit for a Systems Analyst. Overall purpose of the job This role reports into the Business Systems Team Leader. The Systems Analyst is responsible for providing administrative and support functions as part of the Business Systems Team, supporting a range of services across Cambridgeshire County Council. The post holder will have a good understanding of the line of business of IT systems in one or many fields and will be able to resolve the majority of support queries without assistance. The role will also be responsible for: Communication with service users; providing advice and guidance on application uses as required. Running reports to support the collation of information to meet business requirements, including statutory returns, and to upload information to external systems. Provide assistance for upgrades and support the commissioning of new systems. Working effectively with other team members to ensure priorities are delivered for office support as well as finance functions. Main accountabilities Business Systems Delivery Support Monitor and act upon Tier 2 and 3 support call queues from the ITSM system. Carry out incident and service request investigation and resolution by analysing users' stated requirements, evaluate alternatives and recommend a course of action. Be accountable for assigning appropriate issues to yourself. Ensure calls are progressed and updated within the ITSM to ensure the growth of a continued knowledge base, supporting peers. Ensure applications are supported in accordance with the applicable service level agreement, that the associated support documentation is kept up-to-date, and agreed change management procedures are followed. Liaise with users, colleagues within IT and third parties over support issues, raising and escalating support calls as necessary to achieve satisfactory resolution in a timely manner. Plan, schedule, and monitor own workload, to ensure that priorities are met and disruption to users is minimised, keeping incidents within CCC service level agreements to meet performance indicators. Support and/or carry out user administration and system administration tasks as agreed with the relevant application owners. Provide support for specific tasks and key priorities within business-critical systems. Support others in the team with their work as and when necessary. Analyse and identify trends in support issues, to then be able to provide a clearer resolution. Understand the need for technical releases and assist with their deployment within the service areas. Take direction on the deliverable aspects of supporting the respective systems. Business Systems Change and Project Support Create high quality configuration documentation / materials, conducting training sessions to CDS staff, developing the knowledge of team members. Implement approved changes as requested by the service managers to ensure data quality and integrity is maintained. Liaise with system provider to understand upcoming changes to the products. Understand the need for technical releases and assist with deployment within service areas. Ensure appropriate change control procedures are in place and followed for all system reconfigurations. Provide support for Business Systems Team Projects as required and directed by the Senior Business Systems Support Officer and Team Leader. Provide additional system testing resources and test scripts for projects delivering upgraded or new systems. Data Integrity and Quality Provide support for data migration, improving useability of products and data quality. Understand the significance of maintaining data integrity when resolving support calls. Understand the principles of GDPR and ensure compliance when managing support issues and data capture. Communication and Engagement Maintain communication with the customer on the resolution of reported support issue. Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication with the ability to adapt communication style to suit customers' needs. Clearly communicating solutions to problems presented to all relevant stakeholders. Communicate key outcomes to ensure good information flow and liaise with colleagues to gather input where required. Ensure you do not become a single point of knowledge and share any service specific developments with colleagues in the team. Person Specification Relevant professional qualification, e.g. ITIL Good working knowledge of processes required to support line of business systems, including testing and upgrades. Good standard of literacy and numeracy. Good standard of IT literacy, particularly MS Office 365. Business Systems Support Officers in the Business and Digital Systems area will be expected to have focus in a specific sector, but may need to operate in multiple sectors. These sectors are listed below. Adults Social Care Knowledge and understanding of application support of adult social care systems and related system integrations and relationships. Knowledge of one or more of the following technical areas: Adults business systems Related portals and integrations Power BI and the principles of reporting and dashboards SQL JavaScript Data management For more information or to process your application for this role, please apply online now.

Temporary Grounds Operations Manager Location: Suffolk and Surrounding Areas 2 days a week working from home: Weekly hours: 40h a week Length of assignment: 12 weeks Hourly Pay: 13.50 Opus People Solutions is seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Operations Manager to oversee grounds maintenance services across Suffolk and surrounding areas. In this role, you will manage commercial and local authority contracts, ensuring operational efficiency while delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. The role required traveling across Burry Saint Edmund to Ipswich, Stowmarket and other Suffolk based depots. Key Responsibilities: Lead and supervise Grounds Chargehands and operatives across multiple depots. Ensure effective daily deployment of resources for optimal service delivery. Manage budgets, revenues, and pricing for new projects. Conduct site visits and maintain client relationships through effective communication. Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental standards, and company procedures. Foster employee engagement and development through training opportunities. What We're Looking For: Preferred 2 years of experience in an operational supervisor or management role within the horticultural industry. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently. Full clean driving license. A passion for sustainability and delivering excellent customer service. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for grounds maintenance, we want to hear from you! Apply Now!

Job Title: Safety & Resilience Manager Location: Hybrid (Office/Home-Based) Salary: 23.55 per hour (PAYE) - Negotiable Hours: 37 per week Contract: Minimum 12 weeks, potential for extension About the Role: Rugby Borough Council is seeking a Safety & Resilience Manager to lead and drive the council's health & safety, emergency planning, and business continuity agenda. You will act as the corporate advisor, ensuring compliance with legal duties and fostering a strong safety culture across the council. Key Responsibilities: Lead on Emergency Planning, Health & Safety, and Business Continuity in line with the Civil Contingencies Act. Develop and implement health & safety policies and risk assessments across the council. Advise senior leaders, councillors, and staff on corporate health & safety matters. Manage and support the Safety & Resilience Team , ensuring effective training and compliance. Monitor and report on health & safety incidents, ensuring continuous improvement. Liaise with external bodies (e.g., HSE, CSW Resilience Team) on compliance and emergency response. Oversee the SHE Management System and ensure accurate data management. What We're Looking For: Strong experience in health & safety management within a local government or corporate setting. Knowledge of emergency planning, business continuity, and regulatory compliance . Ability to develop and implement safety policies and procedures . Strong leadership skills to manage a small team and influence council-wide safety practices. Experience working with senior stakeholders and external agencies. Apply now to lead Rugby Borough Council's safety agenda and make a difference!

Pricing Analyst - General Insurance Multiple Opportunities Salary: Competitive + Bonus Hybrid Are you a Pricing Analyst with a General Insurance (GI) background looking to take the next step in your career? A leading insurance provider is expanding its pricing team and is seeking talented analysts with experience in motor, home, pet, or other personal/commercial lines . Key Responsibilities: Develop and enhance pricing models using statistical techniques. Work with large datasets to drive data-driven decision-making . Utilise tools like Python, R, SQL, and machine learning (desirable). Collaborate with underwriters, actuaries, and data scientists to refine pricing strategies . Monitor and optimise pricing performance in a competitive market. What We're Looking For: Experience in general insurance pricing (motor, home, travel, pet, or commercial lines). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a mathematical mindset. Technical expertise in Python, R, SQL, or Emblem (desirable but not essential). Understanding of statistical modelling techniques such as GLMs, machine learning, or predictive analytics. 2:1 or above in a mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, or related field . Why Apply? Work in a dynamic and growing pricing team . Exposure to cutting-edge pricing techniques and machine learning . Hybrid working - roles based in South London with flexible homeworking Opportunities for career progression and professional development . Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat!