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Job Title: Response & Voids Manager Location: Wisbech and surrounding areas Contract: Permanent Salary: £50,000k per annum About the Role We are seeking an experienced Response & Voids Manager to join our social housing team in Wisbech. You will be responsible for supervising day-to-day responsive repairs and maintenance activities, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard. This role is key to delivering an effective, customer-focused repairs service that meets regulatory requirements and improves the quality of homes for our residents. Key Responsibilities Supervise in-house operatives and/or contractors delivering responsive repairs, voids, and planned maintenance Allocate and manage daily workloads to ensure service targets and KPIs are met Carry out pre and post inspections of repair works to ensure quality, safety, and value for money Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation, risk assessments, and method statements Monitor materials, stock usage, and costs to control budgets effectively Act as an escalation point for complex repairs, complaints, and resident issues Liaise with residents, housing officers, contractors, and other stakeholders to coordinate works Ensure repairs are delivered in line with statutory requirements, including gas safety, electrical safety, and building regulations Maintain accurate records using housing management and repairs systems Support operatives with training, performance management, and continuous improvement About You Proven experience supervising repairs and maintenance services, ideally within social housing or property maintenance Strong technical knowledge of building maintenance and responsive repairs Sound understanding of health & safety, CDM regulations, and compliance requirements Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills Ability to lead, motivate, and manage trade teams or contractors Good IT skills and experience using repairs or asset management systems Proven experience managing responsive repairs and/or voids services within social housing or property maintenance. Strong contractor management and performance monitoring experience Knowledge of housing legislation, compliance requirements, and asset management principles Full UK driving licence (for site visits) If you are interested please contact Maryrisa or Holli on (phone number removed)

Project Officer London The Organisation Our client manages green spaces across London. Their project is all about biodiversity and involves creating and enhancing habitats across their sites, commissioning expert research and providing visitors with plenty of opportunities to connect with wildlife and nature. They are now looking for a Project Officer to join them on a full-time basis for a fixed-term contract until 30th September 2027. The Benefits - Salary of £33,666 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience - 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays - Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution) - Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan - Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders - Learning and development opportunities - Cycle to work scheme - Offices in a beautiful location This is a terrific opportunity for an ecology or biodiversity conservation project professional with experience of managing consultants and contractors to develop their career with our client's historic organisation. You will work in some of London's most iconic open spaces, engaging with important wildlife sites and encountering a range of habitats. What's more, you'll have the chance to reap the rewards of competitive benefits and the chance to flourish in a beautifully green, historic setting. The Role As a Project Officer, you will help our client deliver an ambitious programme of biodiversity enhancement projects in the heart of London. Working closely with colleagues, external partners, volunteers and contractors, you will boost biodiversity and increase their sites' resilience to climate change. You will be involved at all stages of project delivery, from scoping potential projects to developing proposals, undertaking practical work, and directing and supervising others. Moreover, you will engage the public, sharing objectives, project progress and outcomes to ensure our client has public buy-in for this important work. Additionally, you will: - Support the delivery of the Biodiversity Framework and action plan - Respond to general conservation enquiries and provide specialist nature conservation advice - Help manage the project budget - Collect, collate and share data with colleagues - Ensure data on projects and volunteers is recorded About You To be considered as a Project Officer, you will need: - Experience of scoping, designing and delivering conservation management and enhancement projects in a range of habitats - Experience of managing consultants and contractors in the delivery of conservation projects - Excellent advocacy, communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills - Excellent team working and organisation skills Other organisations may call this role Project Development Officer, Conservation Project Officer, Conservation Officer, Conservation Management Officer, Habitat Project Officer, or Ecology Officer. Our client wants to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed and uses Recite-me accessibility software. At the top of the application page, there is an "Accessibility Tools" button which you can use to complete the application form in a way that works for you. Our client is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. They value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. They believe that the more inclusive they are, the better their work will be. So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Project Officer, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.

Exam Invigilator - Secondary Schools (Redhill, Surrey) We are seeking experienced and reliable Exam Invigilators to support secondary schools across Redhill and the wider Surrey area. This is an excellent opportunity to work within welcoming and well-managed school environments, contributing to a calm and fair examination process for students. About the Role As an Exam Invigilator, you will play a vital role in ensuring examinations are conducted in accordance with regulations and school policies. You will help create a supportive and structured environment, enabling students to perform at their best. Key Responsibilities Supervising students during examinations to ensure a secure and orderly environment Distributing and collecting exam papers in line with procedures Ensuring exam regulations are strictly followed at all times Assisting with setting up examination venues Responding to student queries in accordance with guidelines Reporting any irregularities or concerns to the exams officer Requirements Previous experience as an Exam Invigilator is essential Strong subject knowledge and academic awareness A degree is preferred Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to remain calm, professional, and vigilant under pressure Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude What We Offer Opportunities to work in supportive and well-regarded secondary schools A positive, friendly, and professional working environment Ongoing opportunities for growth and career progression within education Flexible working arrangements If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting students during important stages of their education, we would love to hear from you.

Permanent Cemetery Operations Supervisor Thornbury 29,000 - 31,000 per year 37 hours Weekdays plus weekend rota Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Permanent Cemetery Operations Supervisor to manage Thornbury Cemetery. This role ensures high standards of site maintenance, smooth running of interments, and compliance with health and safety legislation and cemetery regulations. The role includes officiating at interments, liaising with funeral directors and monumental masons, supervising grounds maintenance staff, and contributing to ecological and biodiversity improvements across cemetery grounds. Key Duties: Oversee and manage all operations within Cemetery grounds. Ensure site safety, supervising grounds maintenance, burial preparation, and contractor activities. Monitor memorial permit schemes, ensuring compliance with regulations. Maintain and secure all Cemetery buildings in collaboration with the Facilities Officer. Care for and secure all tools and equipment. Supervise staff to ensure safe and efficient working practices. Prepare plots for interment of cremated remains safely. Assist funeral directors, clergy, and families at interments, ensuring all documentation is correctly processed. Maintain all plots and Cemetery plans, updating records as required. Provide assistance to the public, funeral directors, and monumental masons regarding grave locations. Conduct routine inspections of memorials, pathways, and grounds, implementing control measures for hazards. Contribute to risk assessments and safe systems of work based on site inspections and contractor activity. Ensure correct and safe use of tools, vehicles, machinery, and PPE by staff and contractors. Act as first point of contact for on-site incidents, securing areas and escalating as needed. Ensure all grounds maintenance is carried out according to agreed regimes, promoting biodiversity initiatives. Lead projects to develop the adjacent meadow into a memorial woodland, ashes interment area, and garden of remembrance. Oversee maintenance of St Mary's Churchyard, including inspections, volunteer liaison, and routine upkeep. Maintain open areas, floral displays, and other Cemetery facilities. Use horticultural knowledge to enhance biodiversity and ecological value across green spaces. Undertake general maintenance tasks such as painting and repairs to fencing, seats, and outdoor equipment. Perform any other reasonable tasks required across Council-operated sites. Requirements: Previous experience supervising grounds maintenance or similar operations. Horticultural or ecology qualification preferred. Full driving licence for occasional travel to other local sites. Strong knowledge of health and safety practices. Ability to lead and motivate a team. Reliable, proactive, and able to work flexibly including weekends. What We Offer: Permanent, long-term role with a supportive team. Opportunity to apply and develop horticultural and ecological expertise. Participation in meaningful projects enhancing green spaces and biodiversity. Time off in lieu for weekend rota participation. Interested? Apply now to join the team managing Thornbury Cemetery and contribute to the upkeep and improvement of vital community green spaces. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Client Local Authority in Newham Job Title Leasehold Programme Manager Pay Rate 24.37 an hour PAYE/ 31.81 an hour UMBRELLA( 53,373 p.a.) Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri)9AM-5PM Duration 18 Month Contract Location HYBRID WORKING-2-3 Days in Dockside office,newham Description 1. Purpose of the Role To lead the dedicated Leaseholder Engagement Team responsible for delivering the engagement, communications, consultation, and enforcement-support functions of the Council's Flat Entrance Door (FED) Programme of Replacement across approximately 7,267 leasehold properties Key Responsibilities Programme Coordination and Planning Lead the planning and delivery of the FED Programme engagement workstream, ensuring alignment with overall programme milestones Develop and maintain the programme engagement plan, including phased rollout across high-rise, medium-rise, and low-rise stock Coordinate the team's activities to ensure efficient caseload management across 7,267 properties Monitor programme progress and report monthly to the FED Programme Board on KPIs, risks, and issues Team Management and Supervision Line manage three Leasehold Engagement Officers, including recruitment, induction, supervision, and performance management Allocate caseloads and monitor individual officer workloads to ensure equitable distribution and timely delivery Provide coaching, guidance, and support to team members on complex cases and difficult conversations Conduct regular 1:1 supervision meetings and team meetings to maintain communication and morale Section 20 Consultation Management Oversee the Section 20 consultation process, ensuring all statutory requirements and timescales are met Quality-assure all S20 documentation (Notice of Intention, Notice of Estimates, notification of award) before issue Liaise with Legal Services to ensure consultation materials are legally compliant and defensible Manage the processing of leaseholder observations and contractor nominations Escalation and Complex Case Management Act as the escalation point for complex, disputed, or sensitive cases requiring senior decision-making Handle complaints and formal representations from leaseholders or their representatives Liaise with Legal Services on potential FTT challenges and enforcement proceedings Make decisions on self-replacement opt-out applications where compliance with specification is uncertain Enforcement Protocol Oversight Oversee the initiation of the graduated enforcement protocol (Stages 1-4A) for non-participating leaseholders Ensure adequate evidence and documentation is compiled to support enforcement action Coordinate with Legal Services on breach notices, Section 146 notices, and forfeiture proceedings Essential Criteria Substantial experience in leasehold management, housing management, or a related field Proven experience of managing and supervising a team in a high-volume, target-driven environment Strong knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, including Section 20 consultation requirements Experience of managing statutory consultation processes with strict legal timescales Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly 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 explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.