Octave Recruitment Ltd

We are currently recruiting an experienced Family Help Practitioner to support the Families First Test and Learn Pilot running within the Family Solutions Service. This opportunity sits within the Family Help Team based at Abingdon Children & Family Centre, supporting vulnerable families across the Vale of White Horse area. Location: Abingdon / Vale of White Horse (Hybrid) Rate: £19.20 - £25.59 per hour Contract: 3-month contract+ The Role The Family Help Practitioner will provide timely, purposeful support and interventions to children, young people and their families, with a strong focus on: Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Reducing risk and addressing emerging concerns early Supporting families to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes Working collaboratively with partner agencies This is a direct-work role , requiring a hands-on, family-focused approach. Working Arrangements Practitioners must be based in the Vale of White Horse area at least 3 days per week Recording, planning and admin can be completed from home, Abingdon office or any OCC building Wednesdays (morning) are office-based at Abingdon Children & Family Centre for team meetings and peer supervision About You: Experience working directly with children and families in a social care or early help setting Strong understanding of safeguarding and child-centred practice Excellent communication and assessment skills Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team Relevant qualification and enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

Are you an experienced HR professional looking to make a difference in a dynamic, people-focused organisation? We are seeking an Assistant HR Business Partner to join our HR Operations team. Location: Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon, SN1 2JG,(Hybrid 2 days/week in office) Hours: 37 hours per week Rate: £27.00 per hour umbrella Contract: 3 months ongoing About the Role: Provide advice and guidance on HR policies, employment law, and best practice Support, coach, and empower managers on people issues (e.g., disciplinary, grievance) Work with trade unions on individual and local collective issues Manage redeployment opportunities and conduct fair, objective job evaluations Maintain accurate casework records and provide HR data and insights to senior stakeholders Contribute to HR projects and policy development What We re Looking For: CIPD qualified (or working towards) with proven HR experience Strong knowledge of employment law and employee relations Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills Ability to build effective relationships with managers, staff, and trade unions Organised, analytical, and detail-oriented Join us and help drive a positive HR culture that supports our clients values: Connected, Resilient, Brave . Apply now to be part of a team making a real impact!

We are currently recruiting Grass Cutters / Labourers to work within protected, traffic-managed sites on the high-speed road network in Briton Ferry. This is a hands-on outdoor role ideal for someone who enjoys physical work and being part of a team maintaining vital road infrastructure. Key Duties: Grass cutting and mowing Weed spraying General labouring duties Working safely within traffic-managed sites Working Hours: Standard hours: 8 hours per day (Monday Friday) Additional night and weekend work may be available depending on operational needs and experience level Contract: 5 month+ Ideal Candidate: Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors Reliable and punctual Team player with a strong safety mindset Full UK driving licence essential. If you're looking for steady seasonal work with training provided and the opportunity for additional hours, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and join the team keeping our highways maintained and safe.