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Operations Manager - Lead with Purpose At Wilderness Way, we're growing and evolving, and we're on the hunt for an exceptional Operations Manager to join our team. If you're a dynamic leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care and empowering teams, this is your opportunity to shape the future of children's residential care. As an Operations Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing one of our cluster of children's homes, working closely with our Regional Director and leading a team of Registered Service Managers. This isn't just about meeting objectives; it's about creating a legacy of care that transforms lives. What You'll Do: Inspire Leadership: Mentor and support your team of Registered Managers, driving exceptional care and positive outcomes for children. Deliver Excellence: Ensure outstanding care is consistently provided while meeting financial and operational goals. Collaborate: Work directly with our Commissioning and Placements Partners and external agencies to tailor care to each child's needs. Empower Teams: Promote our Mission, Vision and Values, coaching managers to achieve their best while maintaining a child-first focus. Drive Performance: Use data to monitor and report on service success, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Why Join Us? Salary: Up to £68,120 (discussed based on experience and qualifications). Annual Leave: 35 days, with extra days for continuous service at 2 and 5 years. Flexibility: 40-hour workweek (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm) with the occasional need for flexibility. Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, Medicash plan, 24/7 GP access, cashback on optical/dental treatments, and gym discounts. Recognition & Rewards: Bonuses for referrals (£1,000 per successful referral) and monthly Wilderness Heroes awards. Financial Security: Pension contributions and life assurance (2x salary). Discounts: High street savings, leisure perks, and tailored local discounts. A Culture of Growth: Opportunities to develop through coaching, industry-recognised qualifications, and career progression pathways. Be part of an innovative organisation, leading in therapeutic and assessment-based residential care. A workplace driven by Collaboration, Adaptability, Respect, and Empathy-where your voice matters. What We're looking for: Experience: At least 6 years working with children with challenging behaviours in residential settings, and 4 years in leadership. Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children & Young People's Services. Regulatory Expertise: Strong knowledge of Ofsted, safeguarding, and child protection legislation. Operational Excellence: Proven ability to manage budgets, implement policies, and meet organisational goals. Leadership Skills: A collaborative, inspiring approach to coaching and mentoring your team. Commitment to Children: Passionate about making a difference, with a child-focused, problem-solving mindset. Flexibility & Mobility: A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel across our services. Click 'Apply Now' to register your details or contact us at . We'll guide you through our simple application process. All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland as we follow safer recruitment processes. Proof of identity will also be required. We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role has a starting salary of £61,784 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity until 31/03/2027. We have an exciting strategic and professional opportunity for two Senior Estates Surveyors to join our fantastic Estates Management team. You will be joining a team that values professional development and supports a commercial and agile approach to its diverse portfolio. This role is open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between working from home and collaborating together in the office. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About Us Surrey County Council is on a mission to transform our operational estate to better serve our residents, ensuring that 'no one is left behind'. Our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our environment and communities is at the heart of everything we do. We are a dynamic and dedicated organisation, fully invested in transformation and improvement. Our teams thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborating to lead, advise, and deliver meaningful change. About the Role The Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation (D&LGR) programme is one of the most significant transformation efforts in Surrey's recent history. It aims to redesign how services are delivered, and assets are managed across Surrey County Council and its District and Borough partners. The Estates workstream plays a critical role in this, ensuring that property-related functions are legally sound, operationally aligned, and strategically positioned to support future service models. Operating within our Estates Team, the Senior Estates Surveyor will work in a dynamic, programme-driven environment shaped by the D&LGR transformation. The role demands a blend of strategic thinking and operational expertise, with a strong emphasis on legal compliance, data integrity, and stakeholder assurance. The postholder will navigate a complex estate comprising offices, schools, care homes, fire stations, youth centres, libraries, land, and investment assets. As part of this workstream, the Senior Estates Surveyor will lead on the discovery and validation of SCC's property estate, supporting the programme's Safe & Legal objectives and enabling confident progression into design and implementation phases. The role will involve reviewing legal interests, assessing compliance risk, and ensuring all estate data is robust and decision ready. This is a senior-level opportunity to contribute to a high-profile change programme with lasting impact across Surrey's public service landscape. If you're successful, you'll be joining our high-performing Estates Management team at the heart of one of Surrey's most ambitious transformation programmes. You'll work closely with senior leaders, programme managers, legal specialists, and property professionals across the council and partner organisations. We'll share our knowledge, networks, and expertise with you, and we'll be here to support you when challenges arise. Your manager will trust you to work with autonomy and to make sound, strategic decisions. You'll be encouraged to develop your professional skills and broaden your influence across the organisation, with access to excellent development opportunities and a wide range of professional networks. Don't be put off by what you think working in local government is like. We are commercially minded, forward-thinking, and focused on delivering public value. In this role, you'll directly shape the future of a diverse property portfolio - from libraries to care homes - making sure our estate is safe, legal and fit for the next generation of services. The work you do will have a lasting impact for Surrey's communities, and not every organisation can offer that. Please see attached role profile for the full role responsibilities. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your CV and personal statement will need to evidence the following: Degree or equivalent level qualification. RICS Surveyor (General Practice Division) full qualification. Highly experienced in the workings of property markets and sound commercial acumen. Practical and extensive experience of a wide range of property and estate management issues. Extensive experience in dealing with complex property matters and delivering results. As part of the application process, please upload your CV and answer the following questions: Describe how you would handle a critical compliance risk in a key property while keeping services operational. (200 words max) Explain how you would bring multiple public sector partners with conflicting priorities to agreement over a shared asset. (200 words max) Outline how you would check, improve and assure estate data so it's ready for senior decision-making. (200 words max) The job advert closes at 23:59 on 04/01/2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution? Then bring your skills in Operational Risk, Project Management and business analytics to Citi's Markets Controls & Regulatory Management. By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. Team/Role Overview The Team manages the Risk and Control Self Assessment (RCSA) Program for Citi Markets. Our roles entail ensuring we operate in a robust control environment, whilst in a fast paced workplace. We comply with global regulations and internal policies and adopt a proactive approach to identifying opportunities to reduce risk through the continuous evaluation of our controls. What you'll do Join the team to lead control and governance processes under the enhanced RCSA Operating model. The role support execution of the control framework across the respective businesses and assist in the identification of operational risk issues, enhance and monitor controls and ensure adherence with policy and standards. Support the In Business Risk teams to maintain and enhance the control environment and the continuous development of the RCSA content. Lead the RCSA's Continuous Risk Management Program in maintaining the ongoing identification, assessment and residual risk management of all risks and the controls that mitigate them. Perform inherent risk assessments on risks applicable to Markets. Interact with 1LOD teams, Operational Risk Management, Compliance and Audit to provide deliverables and business insight. Participate in ad hoc reviews and regulatory examinations of the business. Support other ad hoc initiatives where required. What we'll need from you Proven work experience in financial services. Experience in risk management / risk and controls, compliance or audit. Experience in project work, process redesign and change management. Excellent relationship building, problem solving and communications skills (written / verbal). Results/task orientated with excellent attention to detail, an analytical mindset and follow through to deliver results. Ability to manage and prioritise effectively and resolve conflicting priorities. High level of computer literacy, specifically Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to analyse data sets in Excel, summarise and communicate results. Excellent academic background educated to a minimum of degree level or sufficient industry experience. Through the role you will develop a detailed understanding of the Markets Business, risk management and have the opportunity for career progression. Benefits We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best in class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well. By joining Citi Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as: Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure. A discretionary annual performance related bonus. Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances. Employee Assistance Program. Pension Plan. Paid Parental Leave. Special discounts for employees, family, and friends. Access to an array of learning and development resources. Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent across the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive. Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities. Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi's EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.

The starting salary for this position is 27,634 per annum based on a 36-hours working week. We are excited to be recruiting two Pensions Trainees to support our mission of delivering high-quality pension services. We have the following opportunities available: 1 Full-Time Permanent Contract - includes a structured rotation across teams within the Surrey Pension Service 1 Fixed-Term Contracts - until August 2026 Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role Reporting to the Pensions Manager - Member Services , you will play a key role in operational delivery. Your responsibilities will include: Processing casework for new entrants and leavers of the pension scheme Recording and logging post and hard copy communications Supporting wider teams across the Surrey Pension Service as needed This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Trainee Team and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive environment, where you will have the opportunity to develop yourself within our programme (please see additional information in the below attachments). Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: A strong foundation in numeracy Proven customer service and organisational skills A keen eye for detail , a methodical approach , and excellent problem-solving abilities Whether you are starting your career or looking to build on existing skills, we will support your development every step of the way. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. Please contact Ellie Calvert via email at . The job advert closes at 23:59 on 23/11/2025 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The starting salary for this full-time position is 53,713 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. This is a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2027. We have a great opportunity for a Change Manager to join our fantastic Children's Social Care Transformation Team. This position is open to hybrid working with at least two days per week based at locations across Surrey. This includes one day with the team in Woking and another spent elsewhere in Surrey, dependent on business requirements. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role The Transformation Team leads a range of programmes and projects dedicated to shaping, driving, and facilitating sustainable change and improvement for children in Surrey. These projects range from implementing new technologies to reviewing and improving cross division processes. This role will be part of a programme team, supporting the delivery of complex, multifaceted transformation in Children's Social Care and supporting our Directorate wide efficiencies programme. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and deliver change initiatives within the Children's Social Care Transformation Programme, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, embedding sustainable change, fostering a cultural shift towards new ways of working, and enabling improved outcomes for children, families, and practitioners. Your key responsibilities as a Change Manager will include: Planning and delivering change activities across multiple projects and workstreams Building strong relationships with operational teams, senior leaders, and external partners to co-design and implement change effectively Developing and executing change management strategies, including clear communication, training, and engagement plans Monitoring and evaluating the impact of change initiatives, using data and feedback to drive continuous improvement Identifying and managing risks and issues that may affect delivery, escalating them when necessary As a Change Manager, you will be instrumental in championing a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ongoing improvement across Children's Services. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Proven experience in leading change within complex public sector environments, which could include children's services or social care Strong understanding of change management methodologies (e.g. ADKAR, Kotter) Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to work across strategic and operational levels Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities Experience in using data and insights to drive decision-making and measure impact Willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role and attend stakeholder meetings To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Please describe at time when you led a significant change initiative in a complex organisation. What approach did you take to ensure successful implementation, and how did you measure its impact? How have you built and maintained effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders to support a change programme? What challenges did you face and how did your overcome them? Please give an example of how you have used data and insights to inform a change initiative. What data did you use and how did it influence your decision? This role involves working across multiple projects and priorities. How do you manage competing demands and ensure delivery to deadlines? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 8th December 2025 with interviews planned to follow. A basic DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Assistant Service Manager PO5 £48,873 - £59,220 Permanent Full time 36 hours Objective of role We have an exciting opportunity to recruit an Assistant Locality Manager to work within our Wandsworth Locality Social Work teams. We are looking for positive, experienced, social work managers who share our values and commitment. We are offering this opportunity to candidates who are passionate about improving the lives of residents and want to support staff to provide excellent standards of social work. The teams consist of Assistant Service Managers, Senior Social Workers, Social Workers and Social Care Assessors who provide a holistic, personalised, strength-based service to residents over the age of 18 who have physical disabilities and older people with physical and mental health disabilities. About the role Your primary duties will include: To facilitate service user choice and empowerment through promoting independence and strength-based practice to enable residents to maintain their independence and local community connections for as long as safely possible To assist with the management of budgets, ensuring that processes and procedures are carried out in a timely and effective way within available resources To undertake statutory intervention when people are at risk or may be neglected or abused. This will include chairing Section 42 Safeguarding Adults Enquiries. To provide operational and motivational leadership of staff, promoting a positive working environment with the primary aim of delivering high quality services To manage the team's performance to achieve the Department's vision. The person interested in this post will: Have a 'can do' attitude to work Continuously seek better value for money while meeting resident's outcomes at lower cost Have the interests of residents and service users at heart, and ensuring they receive the highest standards of service provision Take a team approach that values collaboration and partnership working Have knowledge of current developments in relevant legislation, national guidance and frameworks and how to access more detailed information when necessary, including the local authority's responsibility to safeguard adults at risk Be able to make rapid judgments, at times in emergencies To apply please upload your CV and complete a supporting statement detailing how you meet the requirements of the role. For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact: Ozan Fitton-Brown, Service Manager for the Putney and Roehampton Social Care Team on Satch Jani, Service Manager for the Balham, Tooting and Furzedown Social Care Team , on Nina Back, Service Manager for the Battersea Social Care Team on nina/ Closing Date: Sunday 28th December 2025. Shortlisting Date: W/C Monday 29th December 2025. Interview Date : To be confirmed. We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Head of Surveying and Minor Works (Surveying, ADR & Legal Disrepair) Hackney Council Repairs & Maintenance Climate, Homes & Economy Directorate Salary: £70,860 - £78,860 (Inclusive of Market Supplement) Goodman Masson is delighted to be partnering with Hackney Council to recruit a Head of Surveying and Minor Works, a senior leadership role driving standards, compliance, and resident-focused service delivery in one of London s most dynamic boroughs. This is a key role leading the Council s surveying function and its Legal Disrepair and ADR service, ensuring that homes are safe, compliant, and well-maintained while minimising disrepair liability and safeguarding the Council s legal and financial position. You will oversee a team of area surveying managers and the Legal Disrepair/ADR Manager, providing strong technical leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight across complex caseloads. You will lead the management of all legal disrepair matters, working closely with legal teams, contractors, and internal partners to reduce risk, improve case outcomes, and strengthen early intervention. A core responsibility includes establishing robust processes to address damp and mould, ensuring effective investigation, timely resolution, and compliance with Awaab s Law. As the technical lead for surveying, you will oversee defect diagnosis, property inspections, quality assurance, and compliance with building regulations and safety standards. You will develop clear policies, streamlined systems, and accurate reporting frameworks, ensuring a consistent and high-quality approach across all localities. The role also demands confident leadership, strong performance management, and a commitment to continuous improvement. You will mentor and develop your teams, support cultural transformation, and ensure services are delivered in line with Hackney s values of inclusion, accountability, and openness. You will be a key voice in resident engagement, representing the service at internal and external forums, contributing to locality planning, and ensuring residents are well-informed and supported throughout the repairs and disrepair process. We are seeking: • Senior leadership experience in surveying, legal disrepair or complex housing repairs services • Strong technical surveying expertise with advanced defect diagnosis skills • In-depth knowledge of disrepair legislation and risk mitigation • Experience managing damp and mould cases and delivering compliance with legal frameworks • Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with legal professionals • Financial awareness and experience managing budgets and contractor performance • Commitment to delivering equitable, resident-focused services This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-profile service area with real impact on residents safety, wellbeing, and housing quality across Hackney. For further information or to apply, please contact

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first. That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join . Job Title: Facilities Manager Location: Fieldstone School, Devon, TQ12 1NH Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Full Time Start: January 2026 UK applicants only - this role does not offer sponsorship As our Facilities Manager, you'll play a vital role in shaping safe, welcoming, and efficient school environments where pupils and staff can thrive every day. About the Role This is a dynamic, people-focused role where no two days look the same. You'll lead a committed facilities team, oversee everything from maintenance and repairs to cleaning, catering, and compliance, and make sure our schools are places we're proud of. With your leadership, organisation, and eye for detail, you'll help create environments that genuinely support learning, wellbeing, and success. What You'll Be Doing: Inspiring and guiding the facilities team to deliver consistently high standards across maintenance, repairs, domestic tasks, and catering (service dependent) Ensuring our buildings, grounds, and learning spaces are safe, functional, and always looking their best Managing budgets, coordinating capital and operational projects, and keeping everything cost-effective Monitoring work quality and schedules, ensuring all tasks are completed to a high standard Working with external providers to secure reliable, value-for-money services Organising and prioritising a varied workload, from planned maintenance to urgent repairs Leading on-call and out-of-hours response arrangements - and supporting the rota yourself Keeping our health and safety, fire management, and food hygiene practices watertight Developing robust maintenance programmes across all areas of the school What You'll Bring: GCSE Grade 4+ (or equivalent) in Maths and English Strong knowledge of maintenance, catering, and domestic operations Confidence in implementing effective systems and managing workflow Ability to lead a team while also working independently when needed If you're energised by variety, passionate about high standards, and ready to make a meaningful difference behind the scenes, this role offers the chance to have a real impact across our schools. About us Fieldstone School is an independent day school, supporting the most vulnerable young people in society aged 5-16; those children who do not find it easy to fit into existing educational provision. This can be for many reasons, including a range of behavioural, emotional and educational challenges, exacerbated by being on the autistic spectrum. Other difficulties such as sensory processing disorders, attachment disorders or those having faced trauma in their lives. It is our intention that every student will achieve their full potential in both academic and personal development. As a day school, we provide an alternative to residential education which supports our students to develop independence and social skills whilst living in their home environment. We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK's leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running. Why join Acorn Education? We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, which enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .

The starting salary for this full-time position is £53,713 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. This is a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2027. We have a great opportunity for a Change Manager to join our fantastic Children's Social Care Transformation Team. This position is open to hybrid working with at least two days per week based at locations across Surrey. This includes one day with the team in Woking and another spent elsewhere in Surrey, dependent on business requirements. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role The Transformation Team leads a range of programmes and projects dedicated to shaping, driving, and facilitating sustainable change and improvement for children in Surrey. These projects range from implementing new technologies to reviewing and improving cross division processes. This role will be part of a programme team, supporting the delivery of complex, multifaceted transformation in Children's Social Care and supporting our Directorate wide efficiencies programme. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and deliver change initiatives within the Children's Social Care Transformation Programme, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, embedding sustainable change, fostering a cultural shift towards new ways of working, and enabling improved outcomes for children, families, and practitioners. Your key responsibilities as a Change Manager will include: Planning and delivering change activities across multiple projects and workstreams Building strong relationships with operational teams, senior leaders, and external partners to co-design and implement change effectively Developing and executing change management strategies, including clear communication, training, and engagement plans Monitoring and evaluating the impact of change initiatives, using data and feedback to drive continuous improvement Identifying and managing risks and issues that may affect delivery, escalating them when necessary As a Change Manager, you will be instrumental in championing a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ongoing improvement across Children's Services. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Proven experience in leading change within complex public sector environments, which could include children's services or social care Strong understanding of change management methodologies (e.g. ADKAR, Kotter) Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to work across strategic and operational levels Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities Experience in using data and insights to drive decision-making and measure impact Willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role and attend stakeholder meetings To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Please describe at time when you led a significant change initiative in a complex organisation. What approach did you take to ensure successful implementation, and how did you measure its impact? How have you built and maintained effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders to support a change programme? What challenges did you face and how did your overcome them? Please give an example of how you have used data and insights to inform a change initiative. What data did you use and how did it influence your decision? This role involves working across multiple projects and priorities. How do you manage competing demands and ensure delivery to deadlines? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 8th December 2025 with interviews planned to follow. A basic DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

This permanent role has a starting salary of £70,975 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. We have a great opportunity to join our in-house Supported Living Service & Residential Homes team as a Senior Manager. We support hybrid working with the right balance. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role You will provide both strategic and operational leadership for the development, delivery, and ongoing improvement of Surrey County Council's Adult Social Care Supported Living and Mallow Crescent Short Breaks services, as well as any future in-house services for people with learning disabilities. You will be responsible for ensuring that these services are safe, person-centred, financially sustainable, and fully compliant with Care Quality Commission regulations. At the same time, you will drive innovation and ensure alignment with the Council's vision for delivering high-quality adult social care. A key part of the role is to develop and implement a clear vision for Supported Living and Short Breaks services, making sure this aligns with wider Directorate priorities and transformation programmes. You will oversee operational governance, including service delivery, safeguarding, workforce capability, and financial performance. Maintaining and improving quality standards is essential, embedding robust systems to achieve and sustain Care Quality Commission ratings of at least 'Good', while aspiring to reach 'Outstanding'. You will lead modernisation initiatives to create flexible, cost-effective, and person-centred models of care. In addition, you will support Registered Managers and service leads to deliver excellent outcomes and act as a senior leader contributing to integration across Adult Social Care. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Degree or equivalent professional qualification/registration, with management-level experience in a specialist area.Deep understanding of legislation, practice standards, and Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements for supported living services.Broad knowledge of national service delivery factors and ability to apply interpretive and evaluative judgement.Proven ability to lead, motivate, coach, and develop staff effectively.Demonstrated experience in managing budgets and resources to deliver efficient services.High-level problem-solving, risk assessment, and capacity to devise practical and creative solutions.Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation and influencing skills, plus proficiency in IT systems (MS Office, databases) and promoting digital tools. You will need the willingness and ability to travel within the county to fulfil your duties. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14/12/2025 with interviews proposed for 23rd December 2025. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!

The starting salary for this role is £47,142 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are looking for a proactive and experienced Employer Funding Manager to join our dynamic Surrey Pension Team. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing the operational delivery of employer funding activities within the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), supporting over 130,000 members and 500 participating employers. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role You will lead a small team and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders-including employers, actuaries, auditors, and legal advisors-to ensure the effective management of employer funding operations. This includes cessations, admissions, conversions, and supporting large-scale events such as valuations. You will lead the day-to-day operations of the employer funding team, ensuring all activities comply with relevant legislation and policy. A core part of your role will involve supporting the delivery of large-scale scheme events, such as valuations, in alignment with the funding strategy. Building and maintaining strong working relationships with employers and professional partners is essential, alongside monitoring employer performance against agreed service level agreements and internal KPIs. Collaboration with customer engagement teams will be key to delivering effective employer training and guidance. You will also provide accurate data and insights to support reporting for Committees and the Board. Finally, the role requires driving continuous improvement through process optimisation and embracing digital innovation. Shortlisting criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A proven track record in pensions management, particularly within defined benefit schemes.Strong understanding of public sector pensions, funding strategies, and statutory regulations.Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial/pensions data.Experience in leading teams and managing performance.Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage non-specialist audiences.A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering a first-class customer experience.Experience managing services under commercial agreements. Why Join Us? Be part of a £6bn fund supporting public service employees across Surrey.Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.Lead meaningful change and innovation in pension service delivery.Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career progression. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 07/12/2025 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Registered Manager - Bedfont Lane Children's Home Permanent, Full-Time, 36 hours per week £52,194 - £55,323 per annum About us at Hounslow We'd love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we've built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London's most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in "Harness the Mix". It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There's space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. Our Benefits If you join us, you'll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here. About The Role Are you ready to take the next step/new leap in your career in residential children's care? Are you looking for a fresh new start? Come join a brand new team where you will be supporting our children and young people, by helping them to build trusted relationships. We want people like you - who will bring empathy, consistency, and resilience to your work - creating positive experiences filled with laughter, fun, and love, while helping our children and young people to develop healthy routines and healthy coping strategies. Through supporting them to engage with fun and meaningful activities including education you will help support the contribution to everyday life within the home. In doing so, you will help them manage their emotions and behaviours, process trauma, and navigate some complex family dynamics. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something brand new and truly impactful. We're opening a brand new, purpose-built six-bedroom residential children's home (Bedfont Lane) in Hounslow early next year, designed to support Looked After Children with complex and challenging behavioural needs. As the Registered Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the culture, standards, and success of this home from day one. We're building a passionate, skilled, and committed team to deliver outstanding care and support to Hounslow's children and their families. You'll be at the heart of this mission-leading with compassion, driving excellence, and making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. This is an opportunity to create a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where children can thrive. If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic new setting and help build something special for the community, we want to hear from you. This role sits within the Children's Safeguarding and Specialist Services team and is responsible for the strategic, operational, and regulatory leadership of a newly established children's residential home. The Registered Manager - Bedfont Lane Children's Home will oversee the development and implementation of care policies, ensure compliance with Ofsted and statutory regulations, and lead a skilled team to deliver high-quality, child-centred care. They will work on: • Recruiting and developing residential staff. • Managing care planning and safeguarding procedures. • Building strong relationships with children, families, and professionals. • Ensuring the home meets Quality Standards and delivers positive outcomes. The role offers opportunities for professional growth through: • Leading service innovation and continuous improvement. • Chairing working groups and contributing to policy development. • Engaging in ongoing training and development. • Building leadership capacity through supervision and mentoring responsibilities. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone passionate about improving life outcomes for children and young people in care. About The Team You'll Be Working In The Children's Safeguarding and Specialist Services team is dedicated to protecting and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people. Its core purpose is to provide safe, nurturing, and high-quality care environments that support children's development, emotional wellbeing, and long-term outcomes. You'll be joining a newly formed, forward-thinking residential care team that's committed to delivering high-quality, child-centred care. Led by the Residential Group Manager, the team will include: • Residential Manager. • Deputy Managers. • Senior Residential Support Workers. • Residential Support Workers. • A Chef/Cook. • A Handyperson. • A Domestic Cleaner. Together, you'll work collaboratively to uphold the highest standards of care, guided by Hounslow's values and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015. The team is passionate about safeguarding, inclusion, and empowering children and young people to achieve their full potential. You'll also work closely with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals, and families to ensure holistic support and continuity of care. This team plays a vital role in: • Delivering statutory care and safeguarding responsibilities. • Ensuring compliance with national regulations and Ofsted standards. • Creating tailored care plans that reflect each child's individual needs and aspirations. The impact of this work is significant for children and young people to benefit and have stable, supportive relationships, improved life chances, and a sense of belonging within their communities. About You You are a confident, compassionate, and experienced leader with a proven track record in residential childcare. You bring a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of working with children and young people who have experienced trauma, and you're passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where they can thrive. You have extensive experience managing residential teams, and you know how to inspire, develop, and support staff to deliver consistently high standards of care. You're confident in navigating the regulatory landscape, with a strong working knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, The Children Act, and Ofsted's inspection framework. You're strategic and operationally sharp, able to manage budgets, lead inspections, develop policies, and ensure the home runs smoothly day-to-day. You're also emotionally resilient, with excellent communication and conflict resolution skills, and have a commitment to inclusive, child-centred practice. You hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) and meet the requirements to be registered with Ofsted. We are looking for someone who is ready to take on the challenge of launching and leading a brand-new home, building a strong team, and making a lasting difference in the lives of Hounslow's children and young people. This is a role for someone who wants to shape a service from the ground up, lead with integrity, and be part of a team that's focused on delivering lasting change for children and families. Read more about the work you'll be doing in the Role Profile. Don't meet every single requirement? We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box. At Hounslow, we realise the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist. So, if you can do most of what we're looking for, go ahead and apply. You may be just the right candidate for the job or be perfect for one of our other roles! Enhanced DBS check is required for the role. When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: Interviews for this role will take place throughout January 2026 as part of a wider recruitment campaign to build a brand new team for the opening of our residential children's home in Hounslow. We're recruiting across multiple roles to ensure the home is fully staffed with passionate, skilled professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and young people. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch as soon as possible to arrange an interview time. Please be mindful that multiple roles are being interviewed during this period, so scheduling may take a little longer than usual, but rest assured . click apply for full job details

Cambian Bletchley Park School Bletchley Park is a 38-week specialist school providing quality therapeutic care and education for young people with Autism, challenging behaviour, communication difficulties and complex needs. The children and young people that attend school range between the ages of 7 - 19 years. The Role Our maintenance operative carries the responsibility for domestic repairs and maintenance upkeep of the premises, minor projects and compliance for the running of the site. Ensure that all parts of the environment are safe, welcoming, clean, hygienic, in good repair and sensitive to the needs of the students. Provide high professional standards of record keeping and reports related to the site. Participate in and undertake regular audits of the quality system as necessary. Undertake regular inspections and address works from contractors which fall below the required standard. Ensure compliance with all current and prevailing national regulations and inspection standards relevant to core functions for this type of establishment. Take responsibility and manage maintenance of your workload. Liaise closely with the Regional Facilities Manager on larger projects and seek the Facilities Manager's regular assistance with technical matters on repair, maintenance or improvement projects. Identify projects around the facility that will improve the image, functionality, operational or educational efficiency, or use of the facility for staff, students or visitors. Ensure that projects are completed within the programme and that areas occupied by contractors/suppliers are left in good condition. Manage the upkeep of the grounds. The Cambian Group We are one of the largest providers of specialist education and behavioural health services for children and adults in the UK. We provide a broad range of services across the UK including specialist education schools and colleges for residential and day students, residential care homes and a therapeutic fostering service. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks. We will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will be purely based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share the information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

About Us ACAD, a part of the CareTech Family, is a refreshingly innovative organisation specialising in delivering bespoke care and support to young people and their families to provide the best level of service during complex and difficult times in their lives. We offer quality residential child care to local authorities for young people aged 8-18 years with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, complex needs such as autism, learning difficulties and problematic sexualised behaviour. ACAD have adopted a pedagogical approach to?care?and?education, striving to combine both to provide a holistic solution to the needs of young people. We also provide for all of the?training requirements?of our staff and an SQA accredited centre recognised to deliver SVQ and HNC. Our service offer includes an Outreach Support Initiative which is a flexible, open-ended programme of care and support to children and young people aged 5 and upwards. This initiative is effective in the areas of crisis management and prevention and keeping families together. About the Role To lead and manage the operational delivery of high-quality residential child care services across multiple homes, ensuring compliance with Scottish regulatory frameworks, safeguarding standards, and the principles of The Promise. The Operations Manager will support Registered Managers, promote trauma-informed care, and drive continuous improvement in outcomes for children and young people What We Offer • £62,000 per annum DOE & car allowance. • Annual quality and commercial bonus. • Hours: Full-time, 37-40 hours per week, with flexibility including on-call duties. • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. • Continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy . Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. • Additional Benefits : Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: o Employee Assistance Service o Wellbeing Programme o Recommend a Friend scheme o Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out o Long Service Awards This role - see job description attached, for full details We are seeking an experienced leader to oversee the strategic and operational management of our care services. You will drive high standards of practice, compliance, and safeguarding, while supporting staff recruitment, development, and performance. The role involves managing budgets and resources, leading service improvement aligned with The Promise and GIRFEC, and building strong partnerships with families, professionals, and external agencies. This is a key role for someone passionate about delivering exceptional, child-centred care. Experience needed SVQ Level 4 or equivalent in Social Services and Healthcare or Leadership and Management. Minimum 5 years' experience in residential child care, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. In-depth knowledge of Scottish child protection legislation, The Promise, and trauma-informed practice. Experience of managing multiple sites Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and deliver high-quality care. Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. The CareTech family is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value the wisdom that comes from life experience and are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all in our care. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education. If you are ready to make a difference and meet the needs of children in a nurturing environment, apply now and join our dedicated team!