Pertemps Harrow

Role : Caretaker Location : Harrow (Various Housing Estates across the Borough - dependent on Line Manager) Employer : Pertemps Recruitment Partnership (on behalf of London Borough of Harrow) Contract : Temporary - 4 months initially, with potential to extend Hours : 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Work Style : Field-based, working across housing estates throughout the London Borough of Harrow Hourly Rate: 16.71 per hour PAYE Please note: A valid UK driving licence are required for this role. Pertemps Recruitment Partnership is recruiting for an experienced Caretaker to join the Housing Resident Services Team at the London Borough of Harrow. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused estate service, ensuring communal housing areas are clean, safe and well maintained for residents. Working as part of the Estate Services team, you will play a key role in maintaining the Council's housing estates, providing an efficient and reliable caretaking service that enhances the living environment for tenants, leaseholders and residents. Key Duties: Ensure all communal internal and external areas of housing buildings and estates are clean, tidy and safe. Carry out routine cleaning of communal areas, including stairwells, corridors, entrances and shared facilities. Inspect communal lighting, replace light bulbs where appropriate and adjust time clocks when required. Check the operation of communal door entry systems and report faults promptly. Help maintain a safe environment by identifying and reporting health and safety hazards or maintenance issues. Assist with the preparation and checking of community centres, including setting out tables and chairs and checking heating, hot water and fire safety equipment. Work flexibly across the borough and support colleagues to ensure the continued delivery of high-quality estate services. Candidate Profile: Experience working within estate services, housing, cleaning, grounds maintenance or a similar environment. Knowledge of cleaning techniques and safe working practices. General handyperson skills with an understanding of basic repair and maintenance issues. Practical experience of building cleaning and grounds maintenance. Ability to work independently and use initiative to manage workloads effectively. Excellent customer service skills with experience dealing with members of the public in a courteous and professional manner. Manual dexterity and the ability to undertake the physical duties associated with the role. Basic literacy and numeracy skills. About us: For almost 60 years, Pertemps Recruitment Partnership have been the market leader in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions and we are one of the most established players within the recruitment industry. The Sunday Times has listed us as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running. We are not a big scary faceless company, quite the opposite: we strongly believe in the personal touch with everything we do. We are proud to be accredited 'investor in people' which is reflected across our business in length of service and career progression of our employees. London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting (url removed)

Role : Compliance Coordinator Location : Working onsite, Forward Drive, Harrow, Middlesex, HA3 8NT Pay : £18.22 per hour PAYE or £23.71 per hour Umbrella Contract : Ongoing temporary assignment The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a proactive and detail driven Compliance Coordinator to support the Housing & Regeneration division click apply for full job details

Legal Business Support Officer Location: Hybrid working (Harrow Council Hub, Forward Drive, Harrow, HA3 8NT) Employer: Pertemps Recruitment Partnership (on behalf of London Borough of Harrow) Contract: Temporary - 3 months (with potential to extend) Pay Rate: £16.71 (PAYE)Pertemps is recruiting a Legal Business Support Officer to support HB Public Law, a shared legal service delivering work across multiple local authorities. This is a varied and fast-paced role providing high-quality legal and administrative support within a regulated public sector environment.This role will include performing a PA type function to the Director of Legal and Governance and, when necessary, providing diary support across the team. Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive administrative and legal business support across the Legal & Governance service in accordance with statutory requirements and council policies. Act as a key point of contact for complex enquiries and minor complaints, resolving issues effectively and escalating where appropriate. Support lawyers and managers by producing complex, confidential and sensitive legal documents, reports and correspondence. Co-ordinate meetings, panels and hearings, including diary management, preparing agendas, minute-taking and post-meeting actions. Maintain accurate records on legal case management systems, databases and spreadsheets, producing reports as required. Essential Requirements: Experience in legal support, governance or public sector business support Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Excellent communication skills and ability to handle confidential information Ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively Desirable: Local government or shared legal service experience Financial administration or SAP experience About us:For almost 60 years, Pertemps Recruitment Partnership have been the market leader in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions and we are one of the most established players within the recruitment industry. The Sunday Times has listed us as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running. We are not a big scary faceless company, quite the opposite: we strongly believe in the personal touch with everything we do. We are proud to be accredited 'investor in people' which is reflected across our business in length of service and career progression of our employees.London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting

Job Title: Legal Assistant: Litigation and Social Care Grade: £16.71 - (rate dependent on experience) Location: Hybrid Contract: Temporary ongoing (initial 6-month assignment with view to extend) Working Hours: 36 hours per week Job Overview HB Public Law, a shared service between a number of North West London boroughs and home countries local authorities, is recruiting a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant. This is a key career-graded role designed to support HB Public Law by carrying out legal work and developing, implementing, and supporting cutting-edge practice management processes.The successful candidate will play a central role in conducting a significant caseload across several legal specialisms. This position offers improved career opportunities and the chance to move between teams to cover a wider range of legal specialisms. Key Responsibilities Caseload Management: Advise on and have conduct of legal files for civil and criminal litigation, children's and adults social care, and education matters. Maintain a significant caseload in compliance with Lexcel requirements. Legal Support & Research: Provide advice, undertake research, and support lawyers. Provide clear and accurate advice to clients in person, on the telephone, and in writing. Representation & Advocacy: Represent clients in court, tribunals, panels, and external meetings. Undertake advocacy. Governance & Panels: Clerk Education Exclusion Panel meetings. Provide advice to members, officers, and project teams proactively. Systems & Compliance: Provide administrative and systems assistance as a super user of an electronic case management system. Ensure compliance with office procedures and Lexcel & IIP standards. RequirementsKnowledge General knowledge of English law, practice, and procedure in civil and criminal litigation and children's and adults social care and education work. General knowledge and understanding of public law principles as they apply to local government. Experience Experience of working in a legal environment; contributing positively in a team; providing written and oral legal advice and guidance to officers/clients; conducting a caseload with minimum supervision covering at least one of the following areas: civil and criminal litigation and children's and adults social care and education work. Education/Qualifications Educated to degree standard, with a qualification in law (e.g., law degree, CPE, LPC) or be studying for/obtained a recognised legal qualification, or substantial experience working in a legal environment in lieu of qualification. Evidence of continuing professional development. Skills & Abilities Must be able to manage and prioritise workload; understand and meet Lexcel standards; demonstrate excellent client care skills; conduct legal research; use fully Microsoft products & a case management system; draft legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings; and present a confident and professional demeanour. About Us HB Public Law sits within the Legal and Governance Services Department of Harrow Council. The shared legal practice provides clients with a greater range and depth of legal expertise, reduced cost, and greater resilience.Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK. Located just 10 miles from the city centre and 13 minutes from Euston via Harrow & Wealdstone station, it offers excellent transport links and accessibility to the M1, M25, and A406.For almost 60 years, Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been the market leader in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions and we are one of the most established players within the recruitment industry. The Sunday Times has listed us as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running. We are not a big scary faceless company, quite the opposite: we strongly believe in the personal touch with everything we do. We are proud to be an accredited 'investor in people' which is reflected across our business in the length of service and career progression of our employees.London Borough of Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting

Role: Pensions Assistant Working Arrangements: Hybrid working, with at least 2 days per week in the office Location: London Borough of Harrow, Forward Drive, Harrow, HA3 8NT Contract: 3 months Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00 Pay Rate: £14.93 PAYEPertemps is delighted to offer an excellent opportunity within the London Borough of Harrow for a proactive and motivated Pensions Assistant to join their team. As a Pensions Assistant , you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality pension administration services across the Council. Working within the Pensions team, you will utilise the full functionality of both Altair and SAP systems to provide efficient administrative support and assist in the ongoing development of pension services.You will undertake a wide range of pension administration duties to ensure services are delivered accurately, consistently, and to an excellent standard for a diverse client base. Key Responsibilities • Provide administrative support to the pensions unit, including handling post, filing, scanning, confidential documentation, telephone enquiries, and correspondence.• Process pension-related actions for starters and leavers within the LGPS and Teachers' Pension schemes.• Support pension payroll activities, reconciliations, refund calculations, and pensionable pay calculations.• Maintain and support Altair, SAP, and related ICT systems while assisting with reporting and document production.• Ensure pension services are delivered accurately, consistently, and in line with performance and confidentiality standards. Requirements The successful candidate will demonstrate:• Previous office administration experience with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.• Strong communication skills and experience handling customer or client enquiries.• Good IT skills, including experience using Excel, Word, databases, and internal systems.• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and the ability to work independently and within a team.• Knowledge or experience of pension administration systems such as Altair, SAP, LGPS, or Teachers' Pensions would be advantageous. About Us and Our Client For almost 60 years, Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been the market leader in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions and we are one of the most established players within the recruitment industry. The Sunday Times has listed us as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running. We are not a big scary faceless company, quite the opposite: we strongly believe in the personal touch with everything we do. We are proud to be an accredited 'investor in people' which is reflected across our business in the length of service and career progression of our employees.London Borough of Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting

Role: Organisational Development & Learning Officer (G5) Location: Harrow (Hybrid working, depending on Line Manager) Employer: Pertemps Recruitment Partnership (on behalf of London Borough of Harrow) Contract: Temporary - 3 months Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday Hourly Rate: 16.71 PAYE On behalf of our client, Pertemps is recruiting a proactive and detail-oriented Organisational Development & Learning Officer to join the HR & OD team at the London Borough of Harrow. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of learning, engagement, and organisational development initiatives across the Council. Role Overview As a key member of the Organisational Development (OD) team, you will act as a first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, supporting the delivery and coordination of learning and development activities. You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth administration, evaluation, and continuous improvement of training programmes and employee engagement initiatives. Key Duties Act as a first point of contact for OD & Learning enquiries, providing professional support to staff and stakeholders Coordinate and support the delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement of learning and development programmes Administer and co-present corporate induction programmes Process invoices and assist with monitoring team expenditure and reporting Maintain and update learning systems (LMS), including basic reporting on activity Liaise with training providers and support event logistics (venues, equipment, materials) Develop and prepare training materials, including handouts and workshop content Assist in coordinating staff surveys, performance review processes, and engagement activities Ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with council policies (e.g. data protection, health & safety, equality) Candidate Profile Desired Minimum 2 years' experience in an HR or Organisational Development environment Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS) (desirable) Degree-level education or equivalent experience Required Experience supporting administration, coordination, and logistics of training or programmes Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Confident working with a wide range of stakeholders and external providers Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) High attention to detail with a proactive, can-do attitude Ability to work collaboratively across teams and adapt in a fast-paced environment About us and our client: For almost 60 years, Pertemps Recruitment Partnership have been the market leader in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions and we are one of the most established players within the recruitment industry. The Sunday Times has listed us as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running. We are not a big scary faceless company, quite the opposite: we strongly believe in the personal touch with everything we do. We are proud to be accredited 'investor in people' which is reflected across our business in length of service and career progression of our employees. London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting (url removed)>