Division / Department - See Advert Grade - Level 1 Status - Full Time or Happy to Talk Flexible Working Contract Type - Fixed Term Contract Salary Grade Range - £44,053 - £57,478 Working Hours - 36.0 Hours per Week Shift Allowance - No Politically Restricted - No Location - Surrey Police Headquarters, Guildford The starting salary for this role will usually be at the bottom of the salary range and will be pro-rata if the working hours are less than full time. Chief Constables' Message We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe. We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you. We wish you all the very best with your application. The Role & Key Responsibilities This is a Fixed Term Position until the end of June 2026. From your first day with us you will be part of a policing family making a real difference. It is our mission to identify and protect vulnerable people, prevent and respond to harm and keep people safe. In this role you will be: Coordinating the activity of key stakeholder across Surrey and Sussex Police in relation to the implementation of the replace system for the Police National Computer - LEDs Law Enforcement Data System. The LEDS Business Change Manager will play a key role in ensuring that the LEDS Programme meets its objectives. The LEDS Business Change Manager will focus on preparing Business areas for the changes required to implement LEDS. Supporting the Force Silver and Business Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to deliver new business processes, systems and technology, the LEDS Business Change Manager will ensure that the changes are effectively integrated into the business, ready for operational use and that the associated behavioural/cultural changes have been made. Where appropriate take the lead on operational transition management ensuring that "business as usual" is maintained during the transition and that changes are effectively integrated into the forces; or on occasions, support and act as a mentor to those who are leading on transition. Skills & Experience To ensure the interests of the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) are met by the Programme and obtain assurance for the SRO that the delivery of new capability is compatible with the realisation of benefits. To work with the Force Silver and Programme Manager to ensure that the work of the Programme, including the scope of each tranche of activity or plan, covers the necessary aspects required to deliver the LEDS Products that will lead to operational use and benefits. Take the lead on transition management, working with Business SMEs to ensure that business as usual is maintained during the transition and the changes are integrated into the business. To work with business SMEs to ensure improvements are identified and made to existing and new business operations as the Programme delivers the LEDS Products into operational use. Identify and engage stakeholders and maintain positive relationships to ensure Programme deliverables and products put into business operations as well any new ways of working. Optimise the timing of the release of Programme deliverables and products into business operations by working closely with enabling services to plan and deliver the associated products. E.g. L&PD, DDaT etc. Produce papers and updates for the Adoption & Delivery Steering Group and LEDS Governance Board as appropriate. Support the Technical Project Manager in producing the Highlight Report. Support and encourage the use of the LEDS Products and be a Leader who can inspire and motivate others to do the same. Keeping up to date on the status of the LEDS Products and abreast of any issues and risks associated to their development or delivery. Ensuring these updates are recorded and fed back to the Programme and Business subject matter experts. Capture and track the overarching benefits, liaise with the National Programme to ensure all in-force benefits plans are up to date and metrics captured. Own the change activity and be accountable to the Force Silver by ensuring all change activities that are contributing to the overall success and delivery of the Programme are documented and shared. E.g. undertake business readiness assessment, updating of guidance documents, updating of business processes and supporting the undertaking of user acceptance testing. Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and character of work as may be reasonably required, including specific duties of a similar or lesser graded post. Why Work With Us? Policing is an exciting 24/7 business and we all have commitments outside work. We're invested in supporting people to balance their life with work and we encourage flexible working. We are open to conversations about job shares and part time working. We encourage agile working, giving you the opportunity to manage your own diary and work wherever you give the best service to the public. This may include flexi-time and home working. We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits; career progression contributory pension scheme (LGPS) generous annual leave allowance discounts for everyday spend on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs generous and supportive parental leave financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support discounted contributory healthcare scheme For Further Information on the role, please contact Diversity Statement We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all. We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement. We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here . We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you. Following submission of your application you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application attached. Occasionally emails from this address can fall into spam/junk folders so please ensure this is checked regularly. You may wish to consider adding to your address/contact list to ensure you receive all communications. This post is being advertised in parallel with Force redeployment processes. Any redeployees who are identified will be given preference. This may result in the post being withdrawn at any point during the recruitment process. Please note that not all jobs are available for internal candidates across both Forces, the current agreed recruitment principles are; vacancies in collaborated units are available to all officers and staff across both Forces vacancies in non-collaborated units are only available to officers and staff within the Force with the vacancy unless it is advertised externally if the vacancy is advertised externally and an officer or member of staff from the other Force is successful it will result in a transfer of employment Surrey Police and Sussex Police Special Constables, Volunteers and Agency Staff (excluding self employed workers) covered under the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) are eligible to apply for internal advertised posts. Reference number SYSX STAFF04703 Date posted 03/12/2025
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Division / Department - See Advert Grade - Level 1 Status - Full Time or Happy to Talk Flexible Working Contract Type - Fixed Term Contract Salary Grade Range - £44,053 - £57,478 Working Hours - 36.0 Hours per Week Shift Allowance - No Politically Restricted - No Location - Surrey Police Headquarters, Guildford The starting salary for this role will usually be at the bottom of the salary range and will be pro-rata if the working hours are less than full time. Chief Constables' Message We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe. We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you. We wish you all the very best with your application. The Role & Key Responsibilities This is a Fixed Term Position until the end of June 2026. From your first day with us you will be part of a policing family making a real difference. It is our mission to identify and protect vulnerable people, prevent and respond to harm and keep people safe. In this role you will be: Coordinating the activity of key stakeholder across Surrey and Sussex Police in relation to the implementation of the replace system for the Police National Computer - LEDs Law Enforcement Data System. The LEDS Business Change Manager will play a key role in ensuring that the LEDS Programme meets its objectives. The LEDS Business Change Manager will focus on preparing Business areas for the changes required to implement LEDS. Supporting the Force Silver and Business Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to deliver new business processes, systems and technology, the LEDS Business Change Manager will ensure that the changes are effectively integrated into the business, ready for operational use and that the associated behavioural/cultural changes have been made. Where appropriate take the lead on operational transition management ensuring that "business as usual" is maintained during the transition and that changes are effectively integrated into the forces; or on occasions, support and act as a mentor to those who are leading on transition. Skills & Experience To ensure the interests of the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) are met by the Programme and obtain assurance for the SRO that the delivery of new capability is compatible with the realisation of benefits. To work with the Force Silver and Programme Manager to ensure that the work of the Programme, including the scope of each tranche of activity or plan, covers the necessary aspects required to deliver the LEDS Products that will lead to operational use and benefits. Take the lead on transition management, working with Business SMEs to ensure that business as usual is maintained during the transition and the changes are integrated into the business. To work with business SMEs to ensure improvements are identified and made to existing and new business operations as the Programme delivers the LEDS Products into operational use. Identify and engage stakeholders and maintain positive relationships to ensure Programme deliverables and products put into business operations as well any new ways of working. Optimise the timing of the release of Programme deliverables and products into business operations by working closely with enabling services to plan and deliver the associated products. E.g. L&PD, DDaT etc. Produce papers and updates for the Adoption & Delivery Steering Group and LEDS Governance Board as appropriate. Support the Technical Project Manager in producing the Highlight Report. Support and encourage the use of the LEDS Products and be a Leader who can inspire and motivate others to do the same. Keeping up to date on the status of the LEDS Products and abreast of any issues and risks associated to their development or delivery. Ensuring these updates are recorded and fed back to the Programme and Business subject matter experts. Capture and track the overarching benefits, liaise with the National Programme to ensure all in-force benefits plans are up to date and metrics captured. Own the change activity and be accountable to the Force Silver by ensuring all change activities that are contributing to the overall success and delivery of the Programme are documented and shared. E.g. undertake business readiness assessment, updating of guidance documents, updating of business processes and supporting the undertaking of user acceptance testing. Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and character of work as may be reasonably required, including specific duties of a similar or lesser graded post. Why Work With Us? Policing is an exciting 24/7 business and we all have commitments outside work. We're invested in supporting people to balance their life with work and we encourage flexible working. We are open to conversations about job shares and part time working. We encourage agile working, giving you the opportunity to manage your own diary and work wherever you give the best service to the public. This may include flexi-time and home working. We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits; career progression contributory pension scheme (LGPS) generous annual leave allowance discounts for everyday spend on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs generous and supportive parental leave financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support discounted contributory healthcare scheme For Further Information on the role, please contact Diversity Statement We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all. We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement. We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here . We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you. Following submission of your application you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application attached. Occasionally emails from this address can fall into spam/junk folders so please ensure this is checked regularly. You may wish to consider adding to your address/contact list to ensure you receive all communications. This post is being advertised in parallel with Force redeployment processes. Any redeployees who are identified will be given preference. This may result in the post being withdrawn at any point during the recruitment process. Please note that not all jobs are available for internal candidates across both Forces, the current agreed recruitment principles are; vacancies in collaborated units are available to all officers and staff across both Forces vacancies in non-collaborated units are only available to officers and staff within the Force with the vacancy unless it is advertised externally if the vacancy is advertised externally and an officer or member of staff from the other Force is successful it will result in a transfer of employment Surrey Police and Sussex Police Special Constables, Volunteers and Agency Staff (excluding self employed workers) covered under the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) are eligible to apply for internal advertised posts. Reference number SYSX STAFF04703 Date posted 03/12/2025
Are you a dynamic and creative PR professional with experience working in a fast-paced press office? Do you have experience of using media to campaign for change? Are you confident with spotting a great story and delivering high-impact PR campaigns across a range of media? If yes, then keep reading! We are looking for a Senior Media Officer to join a Media team on a full time (37.5 hours per week) fixed term basis (until end March 2027) The charity are challenging the way the UK understands learning disability and are paving the way for even more impactful change to the way learning disability is portrayed in the media. Do you have the skills and experience to be a Senior Media Officer? This is not an exhaustive list of the role and its requirements, please look at the full job description for further information. This vacancy closes on Monday 8th December, with interviews to be held soon after. The charity operates a blinded recruitment process for a lot of roles, please ensure you apply with a full application and covering statement. You will have experience of working in a busy national press office You will have outstanding communication skills You will have worked on campaigning issues You will work well with different stakeholders and have experience of advising others on media opportunities and sensitivities Benefits The organisation offers an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward employees to ensure that teams feel valued and appreciated. The benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings. About The Organisation The charity's vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. They're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. They fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. Everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging is for everyone, every day, everywhere. Everyone is expected to treat people well and make it an inclusive organisation. Every day we grow and learn. It's okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. There are Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. The charity wants to encourage everyone to apply and offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. They're not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. They will train and develop you to succeed in the role you're applying for.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Are you a dynamic and creative PR professional with experience working in a fast-paced press office? Do you have experience of using media to campaign for change? Are you confident with spotting a great story and delivering high-impact PR campaigns across a range of media? If yes, then keep reading! We are looking for a Senior Media Officer to join a Media team on a full time (37.5 hours per week) fixed term basis (until end March 2027) The charity are challenging the way the UK understands learning disability and are paving the way for even more impactful change to the way learning disability is portrayed in the media. Do you have the skills and experience to be a Senior Media Officer? This is not an exhaustive list of the role and its requirements, please look at the full job description for further information. This vacancy closes on Monday 8th December, with interviews to be held soon after. The charity operates a blinded recruitment process for a lot of roles, please ensure you apply with a full application and covering statement. You will have experience of working in a busy national press office You will have outstanding communication skills You will have worked on campaigning issues You will work well with different stakeholders and have experience of advising others on media opportunities and sensitivities Benefits The organisation offers an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward employees to ensure that teams feel valued and appreciated. The benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings. About The Organisation The charity's vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. They're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. They fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. Everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging is for everyone, every day, everywhere. Everyone is expected to treat people well and make it an inclusive organisation. Every day we grow and learn. It's okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. There are Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. The charity wants to encourage everyone to apply and offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. They're not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. They will train and develop you to succeed in the role you're applying for.
Bristol An opportunity has arisen to join an active, involved and motivated team, in a sector committed to delivering Defence Capability to the UK Armed Forces and other customers, covering aspects of the early product lifecycle and research and technology. Salary: Circa £ 48,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: An opportunity has arisen to join an active, involved and motivated team, in a sector committed to delivering Defence Capability to the UK Armed Forces and other customers, covering aspects of the early product lifecycle and research and technology. . Business Winning - Being a key player in the winning of new contracts, agreements and opportunities. Responsible for supporting the full Route to achieving a Contract, including the Bidding process, cross functional working to deliver inputs and generation of proposals, maximising MBDAs interest. Contract Delivery - Being a vital part of the delivery chain that ensures MBDA meets its promises to our customer including contract management tasks, change management, problem solving and administration. Negotiations - With support gaining acceptance and agreement on issues and amendments to ensure contractual compliance within agreed boundaries. Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers & industry partners, focusing on collaboration. Being the interface with internal and external stakeholders. Communicating with stakeholders at all levels, including reporting to senior management on the progress of your portfolio of work. Representing the commercial team in progress/reviews and/or customer meetings. Working under pressure to achieve deadlines. Day-to-day administration and maintenance of the Commercial Information Systems. Promotes best practice and functional excellence. What we're looking for from you: Advanced negotiation skills and interpersonal skills. Good process and change management. Experience of managing more complex, high value contracts. Effective team behaviours, influencing and team working skills. Experienced in a broad range of commercial issues and skills including contract management skills throughout the contract lifecycle. Commercial understanding from customer through to supplier. Awareness and practical applicability of Intellectual Property and its protection. Good understanding of contract law and its applicability. Ability to draft or modify terms and conditions. Understanding Liabilities and mitigating Risk. Awareness of Import and Export restrictions and licencing requirements. Ability to understand and use pricing and costing models. Good Knowledge of IT and Business Tools including SAP Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Bristol An opportunity has arisen to join an active, involved and motivated team, in a sector committed to delivering Defence Capability to the UK Armed Forces and other customers, covering aspects of the early product lifecycle and research and technology. Salary: Circa £ 48,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: An opportunity has arisen to join an active, involved and motivated team, in a sector committed to delivering Defence Capability to the UK Armed Forces and other customers, covering aspects of the early product lifecycle and research and technology. . Business Winning - Being a key player in the winning of new contracts, agreements and opportunities. Responsible for supporting the full Route to achieving a Contract, including the Bidding process, cross functional working to deliver inputs and generation of proposals, maximising MBDAs interest. Contract Delivery - Being a vital part of the delivery chain that ensures MBDA meets its promises to our customer including contract management tasks, change management, problem solving and administration. Negotiations - With support gaining acceptance and agreement on issues and amendments to ensure contractual compliance within agreed boundaries. Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers & industry partners, focusing on collaboration. Being the interface with internal and external stakeholders. Communicating with stakeholders at all levels, including reporting to senior management on the progress of your portfolio of work. Representing the commercial team in progress/reviews and/or customer meetings. Working under pressure to achieve deadlines. Day-to-day administration and maintenance of the Commercial Information Systems. Promotes best practice and functional excellence. What we're looking for from you: Advanced negotiation skills and interpersonal skills. Good process and change management. Experience of managing more complex, high value contracts. Effective team behaviours, influencing and team working skills. Experienced in a broad range of commercial issues and skills including contract management skills throughout the contract lifecycle. Commercial understanding from customer through to supplier. Awareness and practical applicability of Intellectual Property and its protection. Good understanding of contract law and its applicability. Ability to draft or modify terms and conditions. Understanding Liabilities and mitigating Risk. Awareness of Import and Export restrictions and licencing requirements. Ability to understand and use pricing and costing models. Good Knowledge of IT and Business Tools including SAP Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. JBRP1_UKTJ
Home Office - EO Business Change Office Location: minimum of one day a week at London office at 5 Endeavour Square Stratford, London, E20 1JN after training. Some travel required. Full time - minimum of 2 weeks at London office for face to face induction. Hourly rate: £17.60 Working days/hours: Monday to Friday, 37hr per week, 9am - 5pm Brook Street in partnership with the Home Office has a fantastic opportunity to join their team as an Executive Officer. About NEAT NEAT is a small team of Police Officers and staff working on behalf of policing nationally to maximise the benefits of technological developments and ensure the best possible service to the public. The team is dedicated to the Emergency Services Network (ESN) and Airwave, working closely with the Home Office Programme Team. NEAT is closely linked to the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and works on behalf of all 43 forces in England and Wales, as well as the three non Home Office national forces: Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) British Transport Police (BTP) Key Responsibilities Support documentation approval processes for ESMCP decision making. Schedule meetings, track attendance, and produce minutes and readouts. Manage shared mailboxes, SharePoint workspaces, and Teams channels. Create and format documents, presentations, and reports to NEAT standards. Provide secretariat support for governance meetings and board papers. Maintain and administer document templates within NEAT. Assist with HR and resourcing administration, including contract renewals and secondee onboarding. Act as a conduit between NEAT, police forces, stakeholders, and ESMCP. Provide general administrative support to the wider NEAT team as needed. Job Description Providing a first class personal assistant function to the Director(s) in support of their responsibilities across the full breadth of their portfolio. Managing calendars, travel, and inboxes to ensure efficient organisation. Ensuring Directors are well briefed for meetings and visits, including planning and potentially accompanying them when required. Contributing proactively to the day to day running of the Director's team and helping to foster a positive, supportive, and friendly working environment. Essential Criteria Proven administrative experience supporting senior leadership. Excellent proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365). Strong diary management and meeting coordination skills. Proficient use of SharePoint and Microsoft Teams. Excellent, accurate written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively in an ambiguous and changing environment. Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills, especially under pressure. A team oriented approach and collaborative mindset. Training No annual leave during training period. 2 weeks of training provided. Clearance Level SC + DBS (to be applied for by Brook Street upon a successful application). Role specific requirements You must hold a valid passport and must have lived in the UK for longer than 3 years. Please note that a period of 6 months or longer spent outside of the UK in the last 3 years will unfortunately not be accepted. This role requires security clearance that will be processed for you, if successful. Inclusive Hiring Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and guarantee interview opportunities for veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all essential criteria. As a Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street will offer a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer for eligible candidates. We encourage all candidates who identify as a veteran, spouse/partner of military personnel, or have a disability and meet all essential criteria to reach out via the Brook Street website to register their interest.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Home Office - EO Business Change Office Location: minimum of one day a week at London office at 5 Endeavour Square Stratford, London, E20 1JN after training. Some travel required. Full time - minimum of 2 weeks at London office for face to face induction. Hourly rate: £17.60 Working days/hours: Monday to Friday, 37hr per week, 9am - 5pm Brook Street in partnership with the Home Office has a fantastic opportunity to join their team as an Executive Officer. About NEAT NEAT is a small team of Police Officers and staff working on behalf of policing nationally to maximise the benefits of technological developments and ensure the best possible service to the public. The team is dedicated to the Emergency Services Network (ESN) and Airwave, working closely with the Home Office Programme Team. NEAT is closely linked to the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and works on behalf of all 43 forces in England and Wales, as well as the three non Home Office national forces: Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) British Transport Police (BTP) Key Responsibilities Support documentation approval processes for ESMCP decision making. Schedule meetings, track attendance, and produce minutes and readouts. Manage shared mailboxes, SharePoint workspaces, and Teams channels. Create and format documents, presentations, and reports to NEAT standards. Provide secretariat support for governance meetings and board papers. Maintain and administer document templates within NEAT. Assist with HR and resourcing administration, including contract renewals and secondee onboarding. Act as a conduit between NEAT, police forces, stakeholders, and ESMCP. Provide general administrative support to the wider NEAT team as needed. Job Description Providing a first class personal assistant function to the Director(s) in support of their responsibilities across the full breadth of their portfolio. Managing calendars, travel, and inboxes to ensure efficient organisation. Ensuring Directors are well briefed for meetings and visits, including planning and potentially accompanying them when required. Contributing proactively to the day to day running of the Director's team and helping to foster a positive, supportive, and friendly working environment. Essential Criteria Proven administrative experience supporting senior leadership. Excellent proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365). Strong diary management and meeting coordination skills. Proficient use of SharePoint and Microsoft Teams. Excellent, accurate written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively in an ambiguous and changing environment. Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills, especially under pressure. A team oriented approach and collaborative mindset. Training No annual leave during training period. 2 weeks of training provided. Clearance Level SC + DBS (to be applied for by Brook Street upon a successful application). Role specific requirements You must hold a valid passport and must have lived in the UK for longer than 3 years. Please note that a period of 6 months or longer spent outside of the UK in the last 3 years will unfortunately not be accepted. This role requires security clearance that will be processed for you, if successful. Inclusive Hiring Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and guarantee interview opportunities for veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all essential criteria. As a Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street will offer a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer for eligible candidates. We encourage all candidates who identify as a veteran, spouse/partner of military personnel, or have a disability and meet all essential criteria to reach out via the Brook Street website to register their interest.
Contract Communications Officer London (Some flexibility with remote working) 12 Month Contract (Initially) 55-60 per hour OUTSIDE IR35 MUST HOLD AN ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE A defence client is seeking a dynamic Communications Officer to join their team and help drive their mission forward. This role is ideal for a communications professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys working across diverse teams, and is comfortable operating within the defence and innovation ecosystem. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead and support the coordination and delivery of high-profile program events, working closely with internal teams and an external events agency. Manage media relations, including drafting pitches, preparing senior leadership briefings, coordinating with NATO colleagues, and overseeing the Press inbox. Produce high-quality communications materials such as presentations, speaking notes, social media posts, and website content. Provide day-to-day communications support across the programme, including content drafting, messaging, document formatting, and strategic advice. Contribute to additional communications and event activities as required. Essential Qualifications & Experience We're looking for someone with: A minimum of 5 years' experience in communications, public relations, media relations, or events management. At least 2 years' experience coordinating and delivering events within the defence sector or involving defence stakeholders. At least 2 years' experience in media relations, including outreach strategies, pitch development, senior leadership briefings, and media inquiry management. Desirable Skills Experience in complementary communications areas such as graphic design, content or brand management, social media production, or internal communications. Due to the nature of the role, this client requires an active SC to start. Interview to be held W/C 15th of December. If you're interested, apply to the link for consideration!
Dec 05, 2025
Contractor
Contract Communications Officer London (Some flexibility with remote working) 12 Month Contract (Initially) 55-60 per hour OUTSIDE IR35 MUST HOLD AN ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE A defence client is seeking a dynamic Communications Officer to join their team and help drive their mission forward. This role is ideal for a communications professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys working across diverse teams, and is comfortable operating within the defence and innovation ecosystem. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead and support the coordination and delivery of high-profile program events, working closely with internal teams and an external events agency. Manage media relations, including drafting pitches, preparing senior leadership briefings, coordinating with NATO colleagues, and overseeing the Press inbox. Produce high-quality communications materials such as presentations, speaking notes, social media posts, and website content. Provide day-to-day communications support across the programme, including content drafting, messaging, document formatting, and strategic advice. Contribute to additional communications and event activities as required. Essential Qualifications & Experience We're looking for someone with: A minimum of 5 years' experience in communications, public relations, media relations, or events management. At least 2 years' experience coordinating and delivering events within the defence sector or involving defence stakeholders. At least 2 years' experience in media relations, including outreach strategies, pitch development, senior leadership briefings, and media inquiry management. Desirable Skills Experience in complementary communications areas such as graphic design, content or brand management, social media production, or internal communications. Due to the nature of the role, this client requires an active SC to start. Interview to be held W/C 15th of December. If you're interested, apply to the link for consideration!
Adecco are please to be recruiting for a Security Guard Supervisor to work within the Thames Valley Police Force based in Newbury Position: Security Supervisor Contract Type: Temporary until at least February 2026 Working Pattern: Full Time Mon - Thurs 8am - 4pm. Friday 8 - 3.30pm Salary: 16.20 per hour Important Note: Due to police vetting criteria, candidates must have resided in the UK continuously for at least 5 years at the time of application. The overall purpose of the role is to: : hold a vital leadership position within Physical Security operations, ensuring the team has the necessary support and resources to meet organisational and national security standards. KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS: Lead and directly manage the security guard team, including the coordination of daily rotas, conducting daily briefings, handling administrative tasks, and managing annual leave to ensure appropriate cover across all regional locations as needed Support the Physical Security Manager in the management of physical security controls including Intruder Detection systems, Access Control Systems and CCTV Systems for the estate. This will Include but is not limited to the servicing, maintenance, and replacement of equipment Support the security assessments and management of visitors attending the site. Ensuring Security Guard Team actions are carried out in line with security operating procedures. When required, conduct these assessments independently, ensuring appropriate safeguards and countermeasures are in place in line with security operating procedures Assist with internal audits on Security Guard team procedures so they remain effective, efficient, and proportionate to the department's mission, legal and regulatory requirements, and accreditation requirements Ensuring provision of resilience for the Security Guard Team in times of high demand or periods of absence. Where necessary, covering any security guard duties to minimise operational impact Assess and support the requirements of the Security Guard team. Ensuring all communication is conveyed to and from the Security Guard team taking into account their 24/7 shift pattern. Where support is required, escalating issues to the Physical Security Manager within regular meetings Ensure the Security Guard Team remain certified and licensed to SIA standard in the required areas outlined in the Security Operating Procedure Present a monthly briefing to update the Physical Security Manager and Senior Security Information & Physical Security Manager on security performance and to discuss opportunities to improve ways of working Ensure the Security Guard Team Intranet page remains updated with links to relevant Security Operating Procedures and Security Updates for the Security Guard Team The knowledge or skills required in the role are as follows: Proven experience of working within Security Guard operations as either a security officer or supervisor, with a strong working knowledge of security operations and procedures Proven ability / experience to prioritise and manage time effectively, whilst working independently Proven experience of leading and managing team performance operating over a 24- hour shift pattern, managing the day-to-day delivery of a security service Proven knowledge of the current security threats posed towards Security Guard Teams and the ability to assess and apply appropriate incident response procedures Good IT skills including competence in the use of Microsoft Sharepoint, Outlook and Word Proven oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills Possess a valid Security Industry Authority Supervisor licence or willingness to undertake the training to obtain Ability to work under pressure to analyse problems quickly and to take a systematic approach to resolution Knowledge of security systems including CCTV, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Access Control Must have a flexible approach to working hours to suit the requirements of the role and be prepared to work overtime as required A full UK driving licence is considered essential Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Dec 05, 2025
Seasonal
Adecco are please to be recruiting for a Security Guard Supervisor to work within the Thames Valley Police Force based in Newbury Position: Security Supervisor Contract Type: Temporary until at least February 2026 Working Pattern: Full Time Mon - Thurs 8am - 4pm. Friday 8 - 3.30pm Salary: 16.20 per hour Important Note: Due to police vetting criteria, candidates must have resided in the UK continuously for at least 5 years at the time of application. The overall purpose of the role is to: : hold a vital leadership position within Physical Security operations, ensuring the team has the necessary support and resources to meet organisational and national security standards. KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS: Lead and directly manage the security guard team, including the coordination of daily rotas, conducting daily briefings, handling administrative tasks, and managing annual leave to ensure appropriate cover across all regional locations as needed Support the Physical Security Manager in the management of physical security controls including Intruder Detection systems, Access Control Systems and CCTV Systems for the estate. This will Include but is not limited to the servicing, maintenance, and replacement of equipment Support the security assessments and management of visitors attending the site. Ensuring Security Guard Team actions are carried out in line with security operating procedures. When required, conduct these assessments independently, ensuring appropriate safeguards and countermeasures are in place in line with security operating procedures Assist with internal audits on Security Guard team procedures so they remain effective, efficient, and proportionate to the department's mission, legal and regulatory requirements, and accreditation requirements Ensuring provision of resilience for the Security Guard Team in times of high demand or periods of absence. Where necessary, covering any security guard duties to minimise operational impact Assess and support the requirements of the Security Guard team. Ensuring all communication is conveyed to and from the Security Guard team taking into account their 24/7 shift pattern. Where support is required, escalating issues to the Physical Security Manager within regular meetings Ensure the Security Guard Team remain certified and licensed to SIA standard in the required areas outlined in the Security Operating Procedure Present a monthly briefing to update the Physical Security Manager and Senior Security Information & Physical Security Manager on security performance and to discuss opportunities to improve ways of working Ensure the Security Guard Team Intranet page remains updated with links to relevant Security Operating Procedures and Security Updates for the Security Guard Team The knowledge or skills required in the role are as follows: Proven experience of working within Security Guard operations as either a security officer or supervisor, with a strong working knowledge of security operations and procedures Proven ability / experience to prioritise and manage time effectively, whilst working independently Proven experience of leading and managing team performance operating over a 24- hour shift pattern, managing the day-to-day delivery of a security service Proven knowledge of the current security threats posed towards Security Guard Teams and the ability to assess and apply appropriate incident response procedures Good IT skills including competence in the use of Microsoft Sharepoint, Outlook and Word Proven oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills Possess a valid Security Industry Authority Supervisor licence or willingness to undertake the training to obtain Ability to work under pressure to analyse problems quickly and to take a systematic approach to resolution Knowledge of security systems including CCTV, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Access Control Must have a flexible approach to working hours to suit the requirements of the role and be prepared to work overtime as required A full UK driving licence is considered essential Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Role: Chamber Supervisor Length: 2 years Location: Chices ter Department: The Centre for Defence Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine (CDDHM) Main purpose of the job To provide a high quality service to patients requiring emergency and elective hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) under the MSCA and NHS contract. Responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber, supervising the delivery of HBOT while following company policy and operating procedures (OPs). Ensuring chamber operations comply with safety procedures and monitors patients and staff during HBOT ensuring safety as a key priority at all times. To support the contractual obligation for the provision of 24/7 emergency cover by providing on-call support for: MoD career/AT divers (via MSCA contract); and NHS, civilian divers and other NHS patients with emergency life or limb threatening illnesses (via NHS contract) To work effectively as part of a team in the provision of hyperbaric services. To support and supervise operations of the chamber during treatment, training and trials of pressure. Typically the following roles are required to provide the necessary cover under this scheme: Duty Diving Medical Officer - Hyperbaric Doctor Supervisors (this is a dive supervisor) Attendants (this can be a registered nurse or trained chamber attendant) plus an additional data logger; Operator (Individual trained and competent to operate the chamber). Key responsibilities and tasks This role has an on-call commitment requiring attendance at the Unit within 90 mins of notification. To supervise the operation of the chamber during HBOT, trials or education ensuring compliance with our Operating Procedures, safety protocols, guidance and Company Policy. To monitor chamber equipment operations and respond appropriately to emergencies providing guidance to the operator. To safely follow the treatment table prescribed by the Duty diving medical officer (DDMO) responsible for the treatment, trial and/or training. Assist where appropriate the rest of the team with patients before, during and after HBOT ensuring safety, high quality care, respect and dignity is prioritised. Ensure the maintenance of accurate records, logs and reports for all chamber activity Perform routine maintenance on chamber systems as required in conjunction with other members of the chamber team. Recognise, escalate and report a concern or safety issue appropriately. To help maintain chamber equipment, cleanliness and function in compliance with the Infection Control Policy and OP's. To work well within a multidisciplinary team and carry out other tasks reasonably requested by the Medical Director, Duty diving medical officer, and senior clinical team. To participate with the multi-disciplinary team in reviewing chamber Standard Operating Procedures and Emergency Operating Procedures. Maintain competencies and keep up to date with evolving practices within the department. Participate in training, continued education and complete NHS mandatory training to keep up to date with relevant practices. This requires a minimum of 1 day per month in-person training in addition to on-call commitment. Responsible for their own safety and that of in chamber attendants, colleagues, patients and visitors. Key results/objectives To achieve CDDHM Chamber Operator competency within first 3 months of employment. To sit and pass EBAss course module 3.1 within first 3 months of employment. Completion of EBAss Course Module 3.2 with online exam must be completed within the first 6 months of employment. To be identified as a safe and effective practitioner within job role. To start working on call shifts within the first 3 months of employment. To complete all mandatory training required by NHS and the business within the first 3 months. Essential requirements Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Disclosure. UK Service Clearance. LST qualification, ADC supervisor or military equivalent. Experience of operating / supervising hyperbaric chambers preferred. Experience of supervising RN, US or Comex dive tables. Awareness and understanding of current legislation pertaining to: a. Diving at Work Regulations 1998 b. Pressure Vessels for Human Occupancy c. EN14931 d. CQC regulatory requirements Awareness of working with high pressure air systems. Awareness of working with gas supply systems. Essential Skills Effective documentation and record keeping. Diving Supervisor experience. Diving related experience / knowledge. Theoretical and operational understanding of the physics and physiology of diving. Core understanding of the need for compliance and adherence to safety, technical and operating procedures and guidelines. Willingness to undergo education and training to achieve Chamber Operator Accreditation from EBAss. Willingness to undertake and pass Basic Life Support Skills and healthcare related mandatory training. Desirable Skills Excellent communication skills. To work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team including but not limited to Doctors, Nurses, Engineers, Attendants, Operators, Managers, Administrator.
Dec 05, 2025
Contractor
Role: Chamber Supervisor Length: 2 years Location: Chices ter Department: The Centre for Defence Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine (CDDHM) Main purpose of the job To provide a high quality service to patients requiring emergency and elective hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) under the MSCA and NHS contract. Responsible for the safe and effective operation of the hyperbaric chamber, supervising the delivery of HBOT while following company policy and operating procedures (OPs). Ensuring chamber operations comply with safety procedures and monitors patients and staff during HBOT ensuring safety as a key priority at all times. To support the contractual obligation for the provision of 24/7 emergency cover by providing on-call support for: MoD career/AT divers (via MSCA contract); and NHS, civilian divers and other NHS patients with emergency life or limb threatening illnesses (via NHS contract) To work effectively as part of a team in the provision of hyperbaric services. To support and supervise operations of the chamber during treatment, training and trials of pressure. Typically the following roles are required to provide the necessary cover under this scheme: Duty Diving Medical Officer - Hyperbaric Doctor Supervisors (this is a dive supervisor) Attendants (this can be a registered nurse or trained chamber attendant) plus an additional data logger; Operator (Individual trained and competent to operate the chamber). Key responsibilities and tasks This role has an on-call commitment requiring attendance at the Unit within 90 mins of notification. To supervise the operation of the chamber during HBOT, trials or education ensuring compliance with our Operating Procedures, safety protocols, guidance and Company Policy. To monitor chamber equipment operations and respond appropriately to emergencies providing guidance to the operator. To safely follow the treatment table prescribed by the Duty diving medical officer (DDMO) responsible for the treatment, trial and/or training. Assist where appropriate the rest of the team with patients before, during and after HBOT ensuring safety, high quality care, respect and dignity is prioritised. Ensure the maintenance of accurate records, logs and reports for all chamber activity Perform routine maintenance on chamber systems as required in conjunction with other members of the chamber team. Recognise, escalate and report a concern or safety issue appropriately. To help maintain chamber equipment, cleanliness and function in compliance with the Infection Control Policy and OP's. To work well within a multidisciplinary team and carry out other tasks reasonably requested by the Medical Director, Duty diving medical officer, and senior clinical team. To participate with the multi-disciplinary team in reviewing chamber Standard Operating Procedures and Emergency Operating Procedures. Maintain competencies and keep up to date with evolving practices within the department. Participate in training, continued education and complete NHS mandatory training to keep up to date with relevant practices. This requires a minimum of 1 day per month in-person training in addition to on-call commitment. Responsible for their own safety and that of in chamber attendants, colleagues, patients and visitors. Key results/objectives To achieve CDDHM Chamber Operator competency within first 3 months of employment. To sit and pass EBAss course module 3.1 within first 3 months of employment. Completion of EBAss Course Module 3.2 with online exam must be completed within the first 6 months of employment. To be identified as a safe and effective practitioner within job role. To start working on call shifts within the first 3 months of employment. To complete all mandatory training required by NHS and the business within the first 3 months. Essential requirements Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Disclosure. UK Service Clearance. LST qualification, ADC supervisor or military equivalent. Experience of operating / supervising hyperbaric chambers preferred. Experience of supervising RN, US or Comex dive tables. Awareness and understanding of current legislation pertaining to: a. Diving at Work Regulations 1998 b. Pressure Vessels for Human Occupancy c. EN14931 d. CQC regulatory requirements Awareness of working with high pressure air systems. Awareness of working with gas supply systems. Essential Skills Effective documentation and record keeping. Diving Supervisor experience. Diving related experience / knowledge. Theoretical and operational understanding of the physics and physiology of diving. Core understanding of the need for compliance and adherence to safety, technical and operating procedures and guidelines. Willingness to undergo education and training to achieve Chamber Operator Accreditation from EBAss. Willingness to undertake and pass Basic Life Support Skills and healthcare related mandatory training. Desirable Skills Excellent communication skills. To work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team including but not limited to Doctors, Nurses, Engineers, Attendants, Operators, Managers, Administrator.
Chair of the Board of Trustees Remuneration: The role of Chair is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed Time commitment: Six Board meetings per year. The Chair is also expected to have regular meetings with the Chief Executive and represent SHPT at various events and meetings with key stakeholders. They may be required to sit on sub committees and have occasional additional meetings with other Board or staff Members. Reporting to: Board of Trustees Objectives The Board is collectively responsible for the success of the Charity, as the leader of the Board the Chair plays a pivotal role; the effectiveness of the Board is a reflection, in large part, of his/her performance. The Chair is responsible for leading the Board and for ensuring it deals effectively with all aspects of its role and Board business. The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Team to account for the delivery of the Charity's mission and vision. The Chair must seek to get the best performance from the collective and individual Trustees, ensuring that each Trustee understands and fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the Charity and is accountable for their performance. The Chair will support, and, where appropriate, challenge the Executive and ensure that the Board functions as a unit and works closely with the entire Executive of the Charity to achieve agreed objectives. The Chair will act as an ambassador and the public face of the Charity in partnership with the Executive. The Chair's role includes: Meetings take the lead on ensuring that Board meetings are planned, properly run and recorded, including the provision of relevant agendas take the lead on ensuring that all Trustees can express their views in meetings and that the Board takes collective ownership of any decisions take the lead to ensure that the Board receives the necessary information for decision making, appropriately presented, at the right time and arrive at decisions in an orderly, timely and democratic manner and vote as detailed in the governing document ensure that the Board can regularly review major risks and associated opportunities, and satisfy itself that systems are in place to take advantage of opportunities, and manage and mitigate the risks have a second or casting vote if a vote on a Trustees' decision is tied ensure that the Board fulfils its duties to ensure sound financial health of the Charity, with systems in place to ensure financial accountability take the lead on ensuring that Trustees comply with their duties and the Charity is well governed Board Members foster, maintain and ensure that positive relationships exist with and between all the Trustees encourage continuous development of the capability of the Board of Trustees take the lead on ensuring that the Board's performance is continuously evaluated - including skills balance and experience ensure procedures are in place for the effective recruitment of new Board members Stakeholders take the lead in ensuring that the timing, coverage and quality of communications with all stakeholders is appropriate including the production of reports may act as a spokesperson for the Charity to maintain close, positive and productive relationships with key stakeholder bodies Staff relations act as a primary link between Trustees and staff ensure the Executive is held to account for achieving agreed strategic objectives and liaise with the Executive to maintain an overview of the Charity's affairs establish and build a strong, effective, constructive and supportive working relationship with the Executive within which each can speak openly about concerns, worries and challenges - whilst respecting the boundaries which exist between the two roles monitor performance and conduct an annual appraisal for the Executive in consultation with other Trustees ensure that the Executive has the opportunity for professional development and has appropriate external professional support ensure appropriate and timely communications between the Board and staff Committees may establish or propose the establishment of committees of the Board, and may assign tasks and delegate responsibilities to Board committees and/or directors, depending upon the Charity's needs serve as an ex-officio member of all Board committees and serve as a voting member of committees if required ensure committees operate within agreed terms of reference to the Charity Board ensure committee meetings are planned, properly run and recorded, including the provision of relevant agendas provide reporting schedules for updating the Charity Board support committee chairpersons in appointing members and in identifying and resolving problems establish a strong working relationship with the Chair of Haversham Trading, the Charity's subsidiary company, responsible for non-arts commercial income streams Administration Signing Officer - The Chair is normally designated by the Board of Directors and/or governing document as one of the signing officers for certain documents. In this capacity, the Chair may be authorised or required to sign or countersign cheques, correspondence, applications, reports, contracts or other documents on behalf of company. Knowledge, Skills and Attributes The role of Chair is demanding and requires that they display several key qualities in carrying out the role: demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the Charity, its strategic objectives and cause strong inter-personal and relationship building abilities and be comfortable in an ambassadorial role demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively show leadership by word and deed grasp complicated issues, distil from them the most important elements and identify the areas for decision-making. obtain the best from the team of Trustees, ensuring that each can contribute fully build relationships within the organisation and the community be challenging of but empathetic towards the Executive team encourage debate and discussion of the key areas, making decision-making more robust and conclusions more satisfactory experienced in commercial business and ideally with previous experience of a relevant role good understanding of charity governance issues and a broad understanding of charity finance issues Skills that would be an advantage to bring to the Chair role, might include: an arts background in a senior role finance fundraising commercial business marketing, PR and/or social media legal, regulatory, compliance customer service operational/facilities management To apply: Please send a covering letter and a copy of your CV to Craig Titley-Rawson at
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Chair of the Board of Trustees Remuneration: The role of Chair is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed Time commitment: Six Board meetings per year. The Chair is also expected to have regular meetings with the Chief Executive and represent SHPT at various events and meetings with key stakeholders. They may be required to sit on sub committees and have occasional additional meetings with other Board or staff Members. Reporting to: Board of Trustees Objectives The Board is collectively responsible for the success of the Charity, as the leader of the Board the Chair plays a pivotal role; the effectiveness of the Board is a reflection, in large part, of his/her performance. The Chair is responsible for leading the Board and for ensuring it deals effectively with all aspects of its role and Board business. The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Team to account for the delivery of the Charity's mission and vision. The Chair must seek to get the best performance from the collective and individual Trustees, ensuring that each Trustee understands and fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the Charity and is accountable for their performance. The Chair will support, and, where appropriate, challenge the Executive and ensure that the Board functions as a unit and works closely with the entire Executive of the Charity to achieve agreed objectives. The Chair will act as an ambassador and the public face of the Charity in partnership with the Executive. The Chair's role includes: Meetings take the lead on ensuring that Board meetings are planned, properly run and recorded, including the provision of relevant agendas take the lead on ensuring that all Trustees can express their views in meetings and that the Board takes collective ownership of any decisions take the lead to ensure that the Board receives the necessary information for decision making, appropriately presented, at the right time and arrive at decisions in an orderly, timely and democratic manner and vote as detailed in the governing document ensure that the Board can regularly review major risks and associated opportunities, and satisfy itself that systems are in place to take advantage of opportunities, and manage and mitigate the risks have a second or casting vote if a vote on a Trustees' decision is tied ensure that the Board fulfils its duties to ensure sound financial health of the Charity, with systems in place to ensure financial accountability take the lead on ensuring that Trustees comply with their duties and the Charity is well governed Board Members foster, maintain and ensure that positive relationships exist with and between all the Trustees encourage continuous development of the capability of the Board of Trustees take the lead on ensuring that the Board's performance is continuously evaluated - including skills balance and experience ensure procedures are in place for the effective recruitment of new Board members Stakeholders take the lead in ensuring that the timing, coverage and quality of communications with all stakeholders is appropriate including the production of reports may act as a spokesperson for the Charity to maintain close, positive and productive relationships with key stakeholder bodies Staff relations act as a primary link between Trustees and staff ensure the Executive is held to account for achieving agreed strategic objectives and liaise with the Executive to maintain an overview of the Charity's affairs establish and build a strong, effective, constructive and supportive working relationship with the Executive within which each can speak openly about concerns, worries and challenges - whilst respecting the boundaries which exist between the two roles monitor performance and conduct an annual appraisal for the Executive in consultation with other Trustees ensure that the Executive has the opportunity for professional development and has appropriate external professional support ensure appropriate and timely communications between the Board and staff Committees may establish or propose the establishment of committees of the Board, and may assign tasks and delegate responsibilities to Board committees and/or directors, depending upon the Charity's needs serve as an ex-officio member of all Board committees and serve as a voting member of committees if required ensure committees operate within agreed terms of reference to the Charity Board ensure committee meetings are planned, properly run and recorded, including the provision of relevant agendas provide reporting schedules for updating the Charity Board support committee chairpersons in appointing members and in identifying and resolving problems establish a strong working relationship with the Chair of Haversham Trading, the Charity's subsidiary company, responsible for non-arts commercial income streams Administration Signing Officer - The Chair is normally designated by the Board of Directors and/or governing document as one of the signing officers for certain documents. In this capacity, the Chair may be authorised or required to sign or countersign cheques, correspondence, applications, reports, contracts or other documents on behalf of company. Knowledge, Skills and Attributes The role of Chair is demanding and requires that they display several key qualities in carrying out the role: demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the Charity, its strategic objectives and cause strong inter-personal and relationship building abilities and be comfortable in an ambassadorial role demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively show leadership by word and deed grasp complicated issues, distil from them the most important elements and identify the areas for decision-making. obtain the best from the team of Trustees, ensuring that each can contribute fully build relationships within the organisation and the community be challenging of but empathetic towards the Executive team encourage debate and discussion of the key areas, making decision-making more robust and conclusions more satisfactory experienced in commercial business and ideally with previous experience of a relevant role good understanding of charity governance issues and a broad understanding of charity finance issues Skills that would be an advantage to bring to the Chair role, might include: an arts background in a senior role finance fundraising commercial business marketing, PR and/or social media legal, regulatory, compliance customer service operational/facilities management To apply: Please send a covering letter and a copy of your CV to Craig Titley-Rawson at
Director of IT Operations Executive Level 2: £95,000 - £113,625 per annum Contracted Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: Home-based, with travel to meetings as required Closing Date: Monday 22 December 2025 at 11.59pm Make a difference Every role at CQC contributes to our purpose of keeping people safe and improving care across the country. Our role in the CQC is personal - each of us, along with our friends, family, and loved ones access care in some way, shape, or form. This is your opportunity to join us and help make care better. This is a critical role for the CQC. As Director of IT Operations, you'll lead the delivery of CQC's digital and IT strategy, ensuring our systems are secure, reliable, and future-ready. We have been transparent about our recent technology challenges, so you'll be joining the team at a pivotal time as we work together to improve our systems for our internal staff, as well as health & care providers across the country. If you're an experienced, values based IT leader looking for a Director level role that gives a true sense of meaning and purpose, you've found it! Picture this In this role, you'll work at the heart of CQC, influencing decisions at the highest level and driving innovation that impacts millions. In the last year as a Director of IT Operations , you might have: - Delivered a major upgrade to CQC's cloud infrastructure, improving resilience and security across the organisation. - Successfully led a complex programme to remove reliance on legacy systems, working with internal colleagues and external suppliers. - Led business continuity processes and delivered mitigating actions, advising the Executive team and board on appropriate actions. - Led a cross-directorate initiative to embed emerging technologies, enabling smarter ways of working and better outcomes for the public. - Mentored, coached, and supported your team of deputy directors to develop their leadership and work collaboratively. The role You'll play an important part in delivering our mission. In this role, you'll: - Lead strategy: Lead on the development and delivery of our IT strategy in relation to all aspects of IT infrastructure, hardware, and IT operational services. - Oversee IT operations: Ensure robust management of infrastructure, service desk, and supplier relationships to keep systems secure and reliable. - Drive innovation: Champion and introduce new and emerging technologies that improve quality, productivity, and minimise risk. Show us We'll be looking for specific values, skills, knowledge, and experience in your application form: - Values: A strong personal values base which aligns with our CQC Way values and commitments. - Proven leadership in IT transformation: Experience driving organisational change and delivering complex IT strategies in large, complex, and regulated environments. - Operational excellence: Demonstrable ability to successfully take ownership of, and deliver high quality IT operational services. - Credibility and honed leadership skills: Experience working with senior leaders and stakeholders, driving the development and skills of team members with a supportive and motivational style. Join us at CQC and grow your career in an organisation that values learning, collaboration, and meaning. Apply today to join a workplace where your impact is felt every day. How to apply To apply for this role, please submit a copy of your CV and Supporting Statement (no more than 750 words) via the recruitment system: Your Supporting Statement should cover the following: " Please outline why you want to work for the CQC, how your personal values meet the candidate brief, and why you think you should be shortlisted." You will also be required to complete additional role specific questions at the beginning of your application. - Describe your experience in an IT leadership role, including delivery of IT operational services, managing and developing technology teams, and working with executive-level stakeholders and suppliers (max 250 words). - Please outline your experience in managing IT risks, compliance with industry standards, and business continuity processes (max 250 words). - Please outline your experience in working in a fast paced, complex environment undergoing significant change and improvement (max 250 words). Compliance To progress your application, you'll need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Without a valid right to work, you won't be eligible for the role. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Some roles may also be subject to a satisfactory DBS check. Next steps If you apply, you'll need to create a profile and complete an online application form. Your application will be completely anonymous. Please see our information for applicants page on our website for more details on the process. We contact every applicant to let them know the outcome of their application, so you will hear from us whether or not you are shortlisted. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Esther Provins, Chief Data, Digital & Registration Officer. For general enquiries, please contact us. The Benefits - Annual leave starting at 27 days per year, rising to 32.5 days with service, plus bank holidays (usually eight days per year). - Training and development opportunities. - Wellbeing initiatives, such as gym discounts and meditation. - NHS pension scheme, with around 14% employer contribution. - Discount schemes (including eligibility for a Blue Light card, at a cost of £4.99 and valid for two years), reward vouchers, car leasing, and more! Equity for all We know job descriptions can feel intimidating. Research shows they can cause some people to doubt whether they're a good fit. This happens more often to people from underrepresented groups (e.g. ethnic minority backgrounds). If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply. We want every candidate to feel supported and able to do their best. If you need adjustments to our process, we'll work with you to remove any barriers. Please note, if you have previously informed us of adjustments you need for an interview or within your role, these are not carried over and must be discussed for each individual application you make. We promote a workplace where fairness, respect, and inclusion are a priority . Diverse teams make our work better, help us deliver our mission, and make our culture stronger. We welcome applications from everyone, and colleagues can find support and community among our many employee networks. This includes people of any: - Age - Sex - Gender identity or expression - Sexual orientation - Religion or belief - Ethnicity - Disability Values and vision We are guided by our core values, which shape our work and our culture. Excellence - being a high-performing organisation. Caring - treating everyone with dignity and respect. Integrity - doing the right thing. Teamwork - learning from each other to be the best we can. We are a disability confident employer and a carer confident employer. A Note on AI AI tools can be great for research and refining ideas, but we want to learn about you. If you use AI or Chatbots to help you with your application, keep these points in mind: - AI can support research, structuring, and refining your writing, but your application must reflect your real skills and experience . - Spell-checking and condensing word counts are great ways to use AI effectively. - Do not copy and paste AI-generated answers. These will not help you stand out; remember, we want to hear about your skills and experience. - Providing false and insincere examples goes against our core values of honesty and integrity and may lead to your application being withdrawn or termination of your employment.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Director of IT Operations Executive Level 2: £95,000 - £113,625 per annum Contracted Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: Home-based, with travel to meetings as required Closing Date: Monday 22 December 2025 at 11.59pm Make a difference Every role at CQC contributes to our purpose of keeping people safe and improving care across the country. Our role in the CQC is personal - each of us, along with our friends, family, and loved ones access care in some way, shape, or form. This is your opportunity to join us and help make care better. This is a critical role for the CQC. As Director of IT Operations, you'll lead the delivery of CQC's digital and IT strategy, ensuring our systems are secure, reliable, and future-ready. We have been transparent about our recent technology challenges, so you'll be joining the team at a pivotal time as we work together to improve our systems for our internal staff, as well as health & care providers across the country. If you're an experienced, values based IT leader looking for a Director level role that gives a true sense of meaning and purpose, you've found it! Picture this In this role, you'll work at the heart of CQC, influencing decisions at the highest level and driving innovation that impacts millions. In the last year as a Director of IT Operations , you might have: - Delivered a major upgrade to CQC's cloud infrastructure, improving resilience and security across the organisation. - Successfully led a complex programme to remove reliance on legacy systems, working with internal colleagues and external suppliers. - Led business continuity processes and delivered mitigating actions, advising the Executive team and board on appropriate actions. - Led a cross-directorate initiative to embed emerging technologies, enabling smarter ways of working and better outcomes for the public. - Mentored, coached, and supported your team of deputy directors to develop their leadership and work collaboratively. The role You'll play an important part in delivering our mission. In this role, you'll: - Lead strategy: Lead on the development and delivery of our IT strategy in relation to all aspects of IT infrastructure, hardware, and IT operational services. - Oversee IT operations: Ensure robust management of infrastructure, service desk, and supplier relationships to keep systems secure and reliable. - Drive innovation: Champion and introduce new and emerging technologies that improve quality, productivity, and minimise risk. Show us We'll be looking for specific values, skills, knowledge, and experience in your application form: - Values: A strong personal values base which aligns with our CQC Way values and commitments. - Proven leadership in IT transformation: Experience driving organisational change and delivering complex IT strategies in large, complex, and regulated environments. - Operational excellence: Demonstrable ability to successfully take ownership of, and deliver high quality IT operational services. - Credibility and honed leadership skills: Experience working with senior leaders and stakeholders, driving the development and skills of team members with a supportive and motivational style. Join us at CQC and grow your career in an organisation that values learning, collaboration, and meaning. Apply today to join a workplace where your impact is felt every day. How to apply To apply for this role, please submit a copy of your CV and Supporting Statement (no more than 750 words) via the recruitment system: Your Supporting Statement should cover the following: " Please outline why you want to work for the CQC, how your personal values meet the candidate brief, and why you think you should be shortlisted." You will also be required to complete additional role specific questions at the beginning of your application. - Describe your experience in an IT leadership role, including delivery of IT operational services, managing and developing technology teams, and working with executive-level stakeholders and suppliers (max 250 words). - Please outline your experience in managing IT risks, compliance with industry standards, and business continuity processes (max 250 words). - Please outline your experience in working in a fast paced, complex environment undergoing significant change and improvement (max 250 words). Compliance To progress your application, you'll need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Without a valid right to work, you won't be eligible for the role. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Some roles may also be subject to a satisfactory DBS check. Next steps If you apply, you'll need to create a profile and complete an online application form. Your application will be completely anonymous. Please see our information for applicants page on our website for more details on the process. We contact every applicant to let them know the outcome of their application, so you will hear from us whether or not you are shortlisted. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Esther Provins, Chief Data, Digital & Registration Officer. For general enquiries, please contact us. The Benefits - Annual leave starting at 27 days per year, rising to 32.5 days with service, plus bank holidays (usually eight days per year). - Training and development opportunities. - Wellbeing initiatives, such as gym discounts and meditation. - NHS pension scheme, with around 14% employer contribution. - Discount schemes (including eligibility for a Blue Light card, at a cost of £4.99 and valid for two years), reward vouchers, car leasing, and more! Equity for all We know job descriptions can feel intimidating. Research shows they can cause some people to doubt whether they're a good fit. This happens more often to people from underrepresented groups (e.g. ethnic minority backgrounds). If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply. We want every candidate to feel supported and able to do their best. If you need adjustments to our process, we'll work with you to remove any barriers. Please note, if you have previously informed us of adjustments you need for an interview or within your role, these are not carried over and must be discussed for each individual application you make. We promote a workplace where fairness, respect, and inclusion are a priority . Diverse teams make our work better, help us deliver our mission, and make our culture stronger. We welcome applications from everyone, and colleagues can find support and community among our many employee networks. This includes people of any: - Age - Sex - Gender identity or expression - Sexual orientation - Religion or belief - Ethnicity - Disability Values and vision We are guided by our core values, which shape our work and our culture. Excellence - being a high-performing organisation. Caring - treating everyone with dignity and respect. Integrity - doing the right thing. Teamwork - learning from each other to be the best we can. We are a disability confident employer and a carer confident employer. A Note on AI AI tools can be great for research and refining ideas, but we want to learn about you. If you use AI or Chatbots to help you with your application, keep these points in mind: - AI can support research, structuring, and refining your writing, but your application must reflect your real skills and experience . - Spell-checking and condensing word counts are great ways to use AI effectively. - Do not copy and paste AI-generated answers. These will not help you stand out; remember, we want to hear about your skills and experience. - Providing false and insincere examples goes against our core values of honesty and integrity and may lead to your application being withdrawn or termination of your employment.
