About Salford Lads and Girls Club Salford Lads and Girls Club, founded in 1903, is a cherished heritage site and one of the UK's most iconic youth clubs. Our mission is to brighten young lives and make good citizens through a wide range of activities, including sports, arts, and personal development. Rooted in over a century of community spirit, we continue to provide a safe and inclusive space where young people can explore their potential, build confidence, and create lasting memories. Job purpose Support the Head of Finance, HR and Operations by helping with the day-to-day operational and administrative processes of the club. Key job responsibilities o Opening post; scanning, forwarding and filing as needed. o Answering the phone and dealing with enquiries, passing on to other members of the team as appropriate. o Dealing with email enquiries, either directly or by forwarding on to other members of the team as appropriate. o Dealing with hire enquiries responding to enquiries, providing information and prices, preparing and issuing hire agreements. o Making stationery and supplies orders. o Helping to keep paper and digital files and folders organised and with appropriate access permissions on the shared Onedrive/Sharepoint system. o Basic IT support to other members of the team, as required. o Administrative support with employee and volunteer paperwork. o Administrative support with fundraising processes including but not limited to creating, printing and laminating signs and posters; ensuring the contactless donation points are always working; counting and reconciling cash; and other administrative support to the fundraising team as required. o Administrative support to other members of the team as required. Qualifications, experience, skills and capabilities The person will need: - Proven experience in a similar role, and ideally experience in a charity. - Excellent organisational and communication skills. - Able to work collaboratively and make a positive impact to a team. - Excellent attention to detail, self-motivation and excellent time-management skills. - Ability to prioritise and deliver high quality work with minimum supervision. - Knowledge of the relevant computer systems and software programs such as Microsoft Office, OneDrive and Sharepoint. - Ability to maintain confidentiality as the roleholder will be privy to sensitive information. - Commitment to ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion throughout all areas of the club. - Flexible approach to working patterns to suit the needs of the role and responsibilities as required. - Willingness to maintain and increase personal professional skills seeking training opportunities as appropriate. Selection will be based on the job requirements and the individual s suitability and ability to do the job. Applicants will not be excluded or otherwise treated unfairly on the grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, nationality, ethnic origins, marital status, disability, age, religion, belief or sexual orientation. Nor will applicants be asked about any of these protected characteristics during the recruitment process. All personal data or personal information processed by Salford Lads Club will be done so in accordance with the eight principles of the General Data Protection Regulation.
Dec 04, 2024
Full time
About Salford Lads and Girls Club Salford Lads and Girls Club, founded in 1903, is a cherished heritage site and one of the UK's most iconic youth clubs. Our mission is to brighten young lives and make good citizens through a wide range of activities, including sports, arts, and personal development. Rooted in over a century of community spirit, we continue to provide a safe and inclusive space where young people can explore their potential, build confidence, and create lasting memories. Job purpose Support the Head of Finance, HR and Operations by helping with the day-to-day operational and administrative processes of the club. Key job responsibilities o Opening post; scanning, forwarding and filing as needed. o Answering the phone and dealing with enquiries, passing on to other members of the team as appropriate. o Dealing with email enquiries, either directly or by forwarding on to other members of the team as appropriate. o Dealing with hire enquiries responding to enquiries, providing information and prices, preparing and issuing hire agreements. o Making stationery and supplies orders. o Helping to keep paper and digital files and folders organised and with appropriate access permissions on the shared Onedrive/Sharepoint system. o Basic IT support to other members of the team, as required. o Administrative support with employee and volunteer paperwork. o Administrative support with fundraising processes including but not limited to creating, printing and laminating signs and posters; ensuring the contactless donation points are always working; counting and reconciling cash; and other administrative support to the fundraising team as required. o Administrative support to other members of the team as required. Qualifications, experience, skills and capabilities The person will need: - Proven experience in a similar role, and ideally experience in a charity. - Excellent organisational and communication skills. - Able to work collaboratively and make a positive impact to a team. - Excellent attention to detail, self-motivation and excellent time-management skills. - Ability to prioritise and deliver high quality work with minimum supervision. - Knowledge of the relevant computer systems and software programs such as Microsoft Office, OneDrive and Sharepoint. - Ability to maintain confidentiality as the roleholder will be privy to sensitive information. - Commitment to ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion throughout all areas of the club. - Flexible approach to working patterns to suit the needs of the role and responsibilities as required. - Willingness to maintain and increase personal professional skills seeking training opportunities as appropriate. Selection will be based on the job requirements and the individual s suitability and ability to do the job. Applicants will not be excluded or otherwise treated unfairly on the grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, nationality, ethnic origins, marital status, disability, age, religion, belief or sexual orientation. Nor will applicants be asked about any of these protected characteristics during the recruitment process. All personal data or personal information processed by Salford Lads Club will be done so in accordance with the eight principles of the General Data Protection Regulation.
Job Info Job Identification: 11318 Locations: Argyle House, Edinburgh, EH3 9DR, GB (Hybrid working) Organization: Edinburgh University Group Department: Operations Apply Before: 03/01/2025, 23:59 Health and Safety Requirements: No key hazards identified for this post Criminal Record Check: No criminal record check required Contract Type: Open Ended Job Schedule: Full time Grade: UE08 Number of Openings: 1 Job Function: IT Job Description An exciting opportunity to join EDINA's Technical Operations section with responsibility for the management of EDINA's infrastructure level services. This is a Grade UE08, full-time, open-ended position based in central Edinburgh. The role is hybrid, you will report to the Head of Technical Operations and will be on campus a minimum of one day per week. What we can offer you: A competitive salary of £49,250 - £60,321 per annum. A senior role in EDINA's Technical Operations team with responsibility for managing the infrastructure level components of EDINA's services including Puppet, Kubernetes, Gitlab, New Relic. Generous annual leave allowance of 40 days per year (inclusive of festive closure days). Highly competitive defined-benefit pension scheme with a substantial employer contribution. A range of flexible working options to help prioritise work/life balance. A day of paid leave annually for your chosen volunteering activity. Access to excellent online learning and a Staff Scholarship fund. Varied staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, support for staff wellbeing and more. Use our reward calculator to find out the total value of the pay and benefits for this role. What the job involves: Providing expert administration of a number of key EDINA systems including Linux VMs, Gitlab, Puppet, Prometheus/Alert manager, Elasticsearch, Sentry, Grafana, Log shipping, Kubernetes, Postgres, VPN, New Relic. Support and maintain EDINA IT infrastructure to ensure day-to-day smooth running, with minimal downtime of EDINA's income-generating services. Develop and maintain appropriate measurement, quality control and management processes to maintain service levels consistently. Maintaining staff device inventory ensuring alignment with information security requirements. View the full job description and snapshot of a typical day. (Opens in a new tab) A bit about you: You will have considerable experience of managing key systems used by EDINA to deliver service resilience. You will have good people skills able to communicate with technical and non- technical audiences. You will be strongly technical, ideally with experience of cloud service delivery. You will have knowledge of best practice cluster management. You will be proactive in finding needs and solutions for strengthening and securing our technical infrastructure. Application procedure: We welcome informal enquiries about the role - to find out more please email Alexander Brelsfoard (Head of Technical Operations) at The University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. If you have the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. Prior to any employment commencing candidates will be required to evidence Right to Work in the UK. On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. To apply, upload a CV and cover letter before midnight on 3rd January 2025. Interviews will be held in-person in January 2025. About Us As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow's greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally. About the Team EDINA are specialists in developing and delivering digital products including large-scale online services, mobile apps and digital tools for education. Our expertise includes geospatial and satellite data, computational learning, text and data mining, e-preservation and machine learning. To find out more, visit Job Type: Full-time Pay: £49,250.00-£60,321.00 per year Work Location: In person
Dec 04, 2024
Full time
Job Info Job Identification: 11318 Locations: Argyle House, Edinburgh, EH3 9DR, GB (Hybrid working) Organization: Edinburgh University Group Department: Operations Apply Before: 03/01/2025, 23:59 Health and Safety Requirements: No key hazards identified for this post Criminal Record Check: No criminal record check required Contract Type: Open Ended Job Schedule: Full time Grade: UE08 Number of Openings: 1 Job Function: IT Job Description An exciting opportunity to join EDINA's Technical Operations section with responsibility for the management of EDINA's infrastructure level services. This is a Grade UE08, full-time, open-ended position based in central Edinburgh. The role is hybrid, you will report to the Head of Technical Operations and will be on campus a minimum of one day per week. What we can offer you: A competitive salary of £49,250 - £60,321 per annum. A senior role in EDINA's Technical Operations team with responsibility for managing the infrastructure level components of EDINA's services including Puppet, Kubernetes, Gitlab, New Relic. Generous annual leave allowance of 40 days per year (inclusive of festive closure days). Highly competitive defined-benefit pension scheme with a substantial employer contribution. A range of flexible working options to help prioritise work/life balance. A day of paid leave annually for your chosen volunteering activity. Access to excellent online learning and a Staff Scholarship fund. Varied staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, support for staff wellbeing and more. Use our reward calculator to find out the total value of the pay and benefits for this role. What the job involves: Providing expert administration of a number of key EDINA systems including Linux VMs, Gitlab, Puppet, Prometheus/Alert manager, Elasticsearch, Sentry, Grafana, Log shipping, Kubernetes, Postgres, VPN, New Relic. Support and maintain EDINA IT infrastructure to ensure day-to-day smooth running, with minimal downtime of EDINA's income-generating services. Develop and maintain appropriate measurement, quality control and management processes to maintain service levels consistently. Maintaining staff device inventory ensuring alignment with information security requirements. View the full job description and snapshot of a typical day. (Opens in a new tab) A bit about you: You will have considerable experience of managing key systems used by EDINA to deliver service resilience. You will have good people skills able to communicate with technical and non- technical audiences. You will be strongly technical, ideally with experience of cloud service delivery. You will have knowledge of best practice cluster management. You will be proactive in finding needs and solutions for strengthening and securing our technical infrastructure. Application procedure: We welcome informal enquiries about the role - to find out more please email Alexander Brelsfoard (Head of Technical Operations) at The University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. If you have the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. Prior to any employment commencing candidates will be required to evidence Right to Work in the UK. On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. To apply, upload a CV and cover letter before midnight on 3rd January 2025. Interviews will be held in-person in January 2025. About Us As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow's greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally. About the Team EDINA are specialists in developing and delivering digital products including large-scale online services, mobile apps and digital tools for education. Our expertise includes geospatial and satellite data, computational learning, text and data mining, e-preservation and machine learning. To find out more, visit Job Type: Full-time Pay: £49,250.00-£60,321.00 per year Work Location: In person
1st Line Support Engineer (including travel) Salary: 25,000 - 27,000 plus on call allowance (1 week in 5) The role is homebased, however, due to business requirements you must reside within 1.5 hours of PE29 in the event of customer call-outs. Important: The role requires being part of a 24/7 365 (1 week in 5) on call rota for critical calls - after completion of training. You must have: A full UK Driving Licence and Passport Our client They are a leading force in the Computer Aided Dispatch industry, providing complete hardware and software solutions to emergency services control rooms throughout the UK. The support department is tasked with resolving customer tickets and associated Front End/Back End problems in control rooms and data centres. Training courses will be delivered at their UK office in Yorkshire and Head Office in France Travel, expenses will be paid. What you will be doing: As a 1st Line Engineer, you will be supporting and maintaining the CAD application in accordance with agreed customer's KPIs and Service and Maintenance Contracts. You will be exposed to a broad range of cutting edge technologies running on Windows and Linux Servers and workstations, including SQL, HTTP, containerisation and virtualisation. Essential Tech Skills you will need to have: Windows Expert, drivers, updates and software maintenance Cyber-security aware Hardware maintenance, eg drive replacement, RAM upgrade Enthusiastic and quick learner Familiarity with Powershell and BASH Desirable Tech Skills: Windows Server and Active Directory Microsoft SQL Server Networking, eg IP Addressing, VLANs, Firewalls and Switches Experience using a ticketing system Essential non-Tech Skills: Good verbal and written communication with team members and customers Professional, presentable and punctual Be self-motivated, proactive and prioritise work Self-motivated team player, also capable of working on their own initiative Great Benefits: Full-time 40h/wk with a whopping 28 days annual leave plus stats, company pension scheme and vehicle for business use - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
1st Line Support Engineer (including travel) Salary: 25,000 - 27,000 plus on call allowance (1 week in 5) The role is homebased, however, due to business requirements you must reside within 1.5 hours of PE29 in the event of customer call-outs. Important: The role requires being part of a 24/7 365 (1 week in 5) on call rota for critical calls - after completion of training. You must have: A full UK Driving Licence and Passport Our client They are a leading force in the Computer Aided Dispatch industry, providing complete hardware and software solutions to emergency services control rooms throughout the UK. The support department is tasked with resolving customer tickets and associated Front End/Back End problems in control rooms and data centres. Training courses will be delivered at their UK office in Yorkshire and Head Office in France Travel, expenses will be paid. What you will be doing: As a 1st Line Engineer, you will be supporting and maintaining the CAD application in accordance with agreed customer's KPIs and Service and Maintenance Contracts. You will be exposed to a broad range of cutting edge technologies running on Windows and Linux Servers and workstations, including SQL, HTTP, containerisation and virtualisation. Essential Tech Skills you will need to have: Windows Expert, drivers, updates and software maintenance Cyber-security aware Hardware maintenance, eg drive replacement, RAM upgrade Enthusiastic and quick learner Familiarity with Powershell and BASH Desirable Tech Skills: Windows Server and Active Directory Microsoft SQL Server Networking, eg IP Addressing, VLANs, Firewalls and Switches Experience using a ticketing system Essential non-Tech Skills: Good verbal and written communication with team members and customers Professional, presentable and punctual Be self-motivated, proactive and prioritise work Self-motivated team player, also capable of working on their own initiative Great Benefits: Full-time 40h/wk with a whopping 28 days annual leave plus stats, company pension scheme and vehicle for business use - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
The General Dental Council (GDC) is recruiting for a IT Consultant to join our team on a full-time, fixed term. This role is Hybrid minimum 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home. I n return you will receive a competitive salary of £52,715 - £62,017 per annum. About us: Our primary purpose is to protect patient safety and maintain public confidence in dental services. To achieve this, we register qualified dental professionals, set standards for the dental team, investigate complaints about dental professionals' fitness to practise, and work to ensure the quality of dental education. Our work matters and so do our people. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion by recruiting and strengthening our teams with team members from different backgrounds, life experiences and viewpoints. Equality and diversity are not just words, they are what makes our teams strong and able to deliver. We want to be champions of diversity and to have a sense of belonging in the workplace, where everybody has the chance to contribute and to share what is important to them. About the role of IT Consultant: The General Dental Council is undergoing an exciting period of business transformation with a raft of major organisational change projects and is recruiting an IT Consultant on a fixed term contract to support the IT Director with the development of core IT processes across IT Operations, IT Infrastructure, Software Development and Solutions Architecture. The IT Consultant is responsible for both the tactical and strategic development and improvements to the IT function and to support the Enterprise Operations Manager to help manage the IT department, day to day Service delivery and capacity planning to ensure the IT department meets the current and future requirements of the GDC. Responsibilities as our IT Consultant will include: Identify and implement improvements to IT Service Desk, IT Operations, IT Infrastructure and Software Development. Support the Enterprise Operations Manager to actively manage relationships with suppliers/vendors Review, Develop and implement IT policies and architectural and design standards/principles with respect to IT Service Desk, IT Operations, IT infrastructure, Software Development and Solutions Architecture Provide full-service delivery responsibility; undertake technical planning to ensure sufficient system capacity, that renewal plans to replace obsolete or at-risk technologies are timely. About you: Proven previous working experience as an IT Manager or Head of IT Senior stakeholder management and leadership skills to communicate required improvements at all levels both internally and externally Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems including but not limited to ITIL concepts. Previous experience analysing IT function effectiveness and aligning to business operations. Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation. The ability to manage IT service desk and networking functions to optimize efficiency and outcomes. Benefits: To reward you for your hard work and commitment, we offer a flexible hybrid working environment in our modern Birmingham City centre offices as well as an attractive benefits package that includes: Pension contributions up to 10% 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Life assurance and income protection If you feel that you are the right candidate for our IT Consultant, then please click ' APPLY' today . We look forward to hearing from you! Please note that we reserve the right to bring this recruitment campaign to an end without notice, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. The GDC is committed to equality and diversity. We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds.
Dec 03, 2024
Contractor
The General Dental Council (GDC) is recruiting for a IT Consultant to join our team on a full-time, fixed term. This role is Hybrid minimum 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home. I n return you will receive a competitive salary of £52,715 - £62,017 per annum. About us: Our primary purpose is to protect patient safety and maintain public confidence in dental services. To achieve this, we register qualified dental professionals, set standards for the dental team, investigate complaints about dental professionals' fitness to practise, and work to ensure the quality of dental education. Our work matters and so do our people. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion by recruiting and strengthening our teams with team members from different backgrounds, life experiences and viewpoints. Equality and diversity are not just words, they are what makes our teams strong and able to deliver. We want to be champions of diversity and to have a sense of belonging in the workplace, where everybody has the chance to contribute and to share what is important to them. About the role of IT Consultant: The General Dental Council is undergoing an exciting period of business transformation with a raft of major organisational change projects and is recruiting an IT Consultant on a fixed term contract to support the IT Director with the development of core IT processes across IT Operations, IT Infrastructure, Software Development and Solutions Architecture. The IT Consultant is responsible for both the tactical and strategic development and improvements to the IT function and to support the Enterprise Operations Manager to help manage the IT department, day to day Service delivery and capacity planning to ensure the IT department meets the current and future requirements of the GDC. Responsibilities as our IT Consultant will include: Identify and implement improvements to IT Service Desk, IT Operations, IT Infrastructure and Software Development. Support the Enterprise Operations Manager to actively manage relationships with suppliers/vendors Review, Develop and implement IT policies and architectural and design standards/principles with respect to IT Service Desk, IT Operations, IT infrastructure, Software Development and Solutions Architecture Provide full-service delivery responsibility; undertake technical planning to ensure sufficient system capacity, that renewal plans to replace obsolete or at-risk technologies are timely. About you: Proven previous working experience as an IT Manager or Head of IT Senior stakeholder management and leadership skills to communicate required improvements at all levels both internally and externally Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems including but not limited to ITIL concepts. Previous experience analysing IT function effectiveness and aligning to business operations. Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation. The ability to manage IT service desk and networking functions to optimize efficiency and outcomes. Benefits: To reward you for your hard work and commitment, we offer a flexible hybrid working environment in our modern Birmingham City centre offices as well as an attractive benefits package that includes: Pension contributions up to 10% 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Life assurance and income protection If you feel that you are the right candidate for our IT Consultant, then please click ' APPLY' today . We look forward to hearing from you! Please note that we reserve the right to bring this recruitment campaign to an end without notice, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. The GDC is committed to equality and diversity. We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds.
Vice President, Core Compliance Transformation Team - Data Governance (12 month FTC) Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. OVERVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT/SECTION Core Compliance is responsible for support the programme of change within the department. Included in this remit is Data Governance, both from a Change and BAU side. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE Specifically, you have accountability for the following named departments, this includes: Centre of Excellence 'COE' & Transformation Delivery Management KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Specifically, you will be accountable and responsible for taking appropriate action relating to Data Governance with respect to the Company's and Core Compliance, including: BAU Acting as a centralised point of contact for Core Compliance for any questions relating to Data. Supporting the Core Compliance Data Steward. Maintaining the department's data policies, standards, and procedures. Understanding the data flows into Core Compliance systems from source including the controls in place. Documenting and escalating gaps. Collaborating with other data governance teams locally and in other regions to ensure the department is following best practices. Managing the Core Compliance Data Issue management process. Coordinating and creating material for regular meetings and seeking solutions for open issues. Escalating to management where required. Leading and facilitating data governance activities and forums. Creating data quality metrics, dashboards, and reports where required. Overseeing the department's EUCs ensuring that they adhere to the regional policy. Supporting the attestation process. Managing data in key Core Compliance systems including surveillance platforms. Ensuring daily checks are in place; troubleshooting issues, and introducing tools to track performance. Liaising and partnering with technology to seek robust solutions. Proactively identifying gaps in current BAU activities and implementing improvements. Change Supporting Change management across the department from a Data perspective including; data impact assessments for projects, updates to data landscapes and data controls. Supporting testing of data quality and data reconciliation. Tracking data actions and outcomes for any project assigned in an auditable format. Contributing to securing funding for projects. Working with colleagues across Technology, Head office and other regions to provide transparency into the region's data requirements. Completing ROI where required. Establishing any business project related meetings required for projects assigned ensuring Terms of reference (ToR) are in place where required. Technical Capability Identifying and understanding issues, risks, or dependencies of any projects you are working on; swiftly actioning and documenting resolutions. Understanding effective ways to ensure data governance and seeking solutions to data issues. Managing conflicting priorities and re-prioritising work accordingly. Working effectively with others via different methods, both inside and outside of Core Compliance, building and promoting effective working relationships. Making result-driven decisions and managing large workloads and tight deadlines. Using a range of communication skills to adapt to a variety of clients, stakeholders, and external parties. WORK EXPERIENCE Experience working in or with Financial organisations. Experience of Compliance data helpful but not mandatory. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in data science, information management, or related fields. At least 8 years of experience in data governance, data quality, data management, or related fields. Strong knowledge of data governance principles, frameworks, methodologies, and tools. PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Excellent communication skills. Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability. A proactive, motivated approach. The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly. Strong decision-making skills with the ability to demonstrate sound judgement. A structured and logical approach to work. Strong problem-solving skills. A creative and innovative approach to work. The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment. A confident approach, with the ability to provide clear direction to others in the team. A strategic approach, with the ability to lead and motivate those within your team. The ability to articulate and implement the vision/strategy for the Compliance Data Governance. We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements. MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Vice President, Core Compliance Transformation Team - Data Governance (12 month FTC) Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. OVERVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT/SECTION Core Compliance is responsible for support the programme of change within the department. Included in this remit is Data Governance, both from a Change and BAU side. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE Specifically, you have accountability for the following named departments, this includes: Centre of Excellence 'COE' & Transformation Delivery Management KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Specifically, you will be accountable and responsible for taking appropriate action relating to Data Governance with respect to the Company's and Core Compliance, including: BAU Acting as a centralised point of contact for Core Compliance for any questions relating to Data. Supporting the Core Compliance Data Steward. Maintaining the department's data policies, standards, and procedures. Understanding the data flows into Core Compliance systems from source including the controls in place. Documenting and escalating gaps. Collaborating with other data governance teams locally and in other regions to ensure the department is following best practices. Managing the Core Compliance Data Issue management process. Coordinating and creating material for regular meetings and seeking solutions for open issues. Escalating to management where required. Leading and facilitating data governance activities and forums. Creating data quality metrics, dashboards, and reports where required. Overseeing the department's EUCs ensuring that they adhere to the regional policy. Supporting the attestation process. Managing data in key Core Compliance systems including surveillance platforms. Ensuring daily checks are in place; troubleshooting issues, and introducing tools to track performance. Liaising and partnering with technology to seek robust solutions. Proactively identifying gaps in current BAU activities and implementing improvements. Change Supporting Change management across the department from a Data perspective including; data impact assessments for projects, updates to data landscapes and data controls. Supporting testing of data quality and data reconciliation. Tracking data actions and outcomes for any project assigned in an auditable format. Contributing to securing funding for projects. Working with colleagues across Technology, Head office and other regions to provide transparency into the region's data requirements. Completing ROI where required. Establishing any business project related meetings required for projects assigned ensuring Terms of reference (ToR) are in place where required. Technical Capability Identifying and understanding issues, risks, or dependencies of any projects you are working on; swiftly actioning and documenting resolutions. Understanding effective ways to ensure data governance and seeking solutions to data issues. Managing conflicting priorities and re-prioritising work accordingly. Working effectively with others via different methods, both inside and outside of Core Compliance, building and promoting effective working relationships. Making result-driven decisions and managing large workloads and tight deadlines. Using a range of communication skills to adapt to a variety of clients, stakeholders, and external parties. WORK EXPERIENCE Experience working in or with Financial organisations. Experience of Compliance data helpful but not mandatory. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in data science, information management, or related fields. At least 8 years of experience in data governance, data quality, data management, or related fields. Strong knowledge of data governance principles, frameworks, methodologies, and tools. PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Excellent communication skills. Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability. A proactive, motivated approach. The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly. Strong decision-making skills with the ability to demonstrate sound judgement. A structured and logical approach to work. Strong problem-solving skills. A creative and innovative approach to work. The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment. A confident approach, with the ability to provide clear direction to others in the team. A strategic approach, with the ability to lead and motivate those within your team. The ability to articulate and implement the vision/strategy for the Compliance Data Governance. We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements. MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination.
Assistant Vice President, Compliance Testing & Quality Assurance Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. Overview of the Department/Section: Compliance Testing and Quality Assurance (CTQA) is responsible for leading and/or delivering a comprehensive risk based assurance programme across the bank and securities business activities of MUFG in London and the EMEA region. The work of the department extends to conducting reviews, deep dives, communications monitoring, investigations and trade surveillance. Effective delivery of this programme requires collaboration with other Compliance Departments and engagement with all business and operational areas. Main Purpose of the Role: To contribute to the overall success of CTQA and its objectives by delivering a risk based programme of second line compliance for MUFG's EMEA region. The role includes support of both the Global Head Offices' assurance programmes and EMEA based testing which may also include opportunities to travel to offices located within EMEA. The role may involve ad-hoc investigations, projects and thematic reviews. You may also be asked to support wider initiatives and undertake other tasks and responsibilities in CTQA. Key Responsibilities: Leading, managing and owning technically complex, well-articulated and comprehensive reviews of the London and EMEA business areas to provide assurance over compliance and conduct risks to key stakeholders. Scoping reviews and developing test programmes. Tracking, managing and taking ownership of the remediation of compliance issues by working with relevant business stakeholders. Regularly meeting with and engaging with key business stakeholders in order to identify key risk areas and building/maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders. Contributing to the quarterly and annual risk assessments. Working directly with off-shored teams to manage the quality of their output and the delivery of assigned work. Guiding, managing and developing off-shored staff as allocated. Coaching, supporting and training junior members of the team. Providing support to both the Bank and Securities Head Offices. Working in collaboration with the First Line to support their assurance programme. Providing regular MI for management and Head Office. Assisting in the creation and delivery of the department's Assurance Plan by identifying key areas of focus for reviews. Identifying compliance and conduct risk topics and communicating to the team, division and senior management on any industry updates. Supporting and expanding the use of the internal data analytics system to drive testing efficiencies. Actively participating in current CTQA projects and wider initiatives such as data analytics, compliance framework implementation, risk rollout in EMEA and globally. Representing Core Compliance at relevant committees and forums across the Bank and Securities. Supporting the build out of the CTQA's presence in EMEA. Other ad-hoc tasks as requested by management. Direct Reports: None You will be expected to perform your responsibilities under the supervision of, and reporting to, a line manager. You will be expected to ensure that your line manager is fully aware at all times of your activities and to escalate any issues to the line manager or the Head of Department. You may be expected to provide some form of line management for junior members of the team as and when required. You will be expected to perform direct oversight, on the job training and guidance to any off-shored staff as allocated to you. Skills and Experience: Functional / Technical Competencies Excellent Microsoft Office (including Excel) skills. Strong relationship management skills, including with senior stakeholders. Effective time management skills, with the ability to produce high quality output and meet tight deadlines. Problem solving, analysis and reporting skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement, balance risk and practicality to determine appropriate actions/solutions. Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills - ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in person and in writing to articulate how an identified issue increases risk for the firm. Good understanding of Investment Banking and Markets risks and regulations. Ability to scope reviews, create test scripts and review the work of others. Strong compliance testing experience required. Broad understanding of the FCA Handbooks, Regulatory approaches & OFAC Standards. Experience Essential: 3 years+ of experience in a Compliance Assurance and Testing role. Desirable: 4 years+ experience in a Compliance Assurance and Testing role. Education / Qualifications: Degree level. Relevant industry qualifications relating to Compliance preferred, e.g. CISI. Behavioural Competencies: Attention to detail. Has practical ideas and makes recommendations that challenge current practice. Takes a solution focused approach to promote continuous improvement. Incorporates new behaviours and changes quickly to serve as a role model to others. Fully supports a 'best practice' environment. Identifies opportunities to improve processes. Is a team player and is willing to teach and help other members of the team. Personal Requirements: Excellent communication skills. Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability. A proactive, motivated approach. The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly. Strong decision making skills with the ability to demonstrate sound judgement. A structured and logical approach to work. Strong problem solving skills. A creative and innovative approach to work. Excellent interpersonal skills. The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment. A confident approach, with the ability to provide clear direction to others in the team. A strategic approach, with the ability to lead and motivate those within your team. The ability to articulate and implement the vision/strategy for the CA&T department. We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements. MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership. We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Assistant Vice President, Compliance Testing & Quality Assurance Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. Overview of the Department/Section: Compliance Testing and Quality Assurance (CTQA) is responsible for leading and/or delivering a comprehensive risk based assurance programme across the bank and securities business activities of MUFG in London and the EMEA region. The work of the department extends to conducting reviews, deep dives, communications monitoring, investigations and trade surveillance. Effective delivery of this programme requires collaboration with other Compliance Departments and engagement with all business and operational areas. Main Purpose of the Role: To contribute to the overall success of CTQA and its objectives by delivering a risk based programme of second line compliance for MUFG's EMEA region. The role includes support of both the Global Head Offices' assurance programmes and EMEA based testing which may also include opportunities to travel to offices located within EMEA. The role may involve ad-hoc investigations, projects and thematic reviews. You may also be asked to support wider initiatives and undertake other tasks and responsibilities in CTQA. Key Responsibilities: Leading, managing and owning technically complex, well-articulated and comprehensive reviews of the London and EMEA business areas to provide assurance over compliance and conduct risks to key stakeholders. Scoping reviews and developing test programmes. Tracking, managing and taking ownership of the remediation of compliance issues by working with relevant business stakeholders. Regularly meeting with and engaging with key business stakeholders in order to identify key risk areas and building/maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders. Contributing to the quarterly and annual risk assessments. Working directly with off-shored teams to manage the quality of their output and the delivery of assigned work. Guiding, managing and developing off-shored staff as allocated. Coaching, supporting and training junior members of the team. Providing support to both the Bank and Securities Head Offices. Working in collaboration with the First Line to support their assurance programme. Providing regular MI for management and Head Office. Assisting in the creation and delivery of the department's Assurance Plan by identifying key areas of focus for reviews. Identifying compliance and conduct risk topics and communicating to the team, division and senior management on any industry updates. Supporting and expanding the use of the internal data analytics system to drive testing efficiencies. Actively participating in current CTQA projects and wider initiatives such as data analytics, compliance framework implementation, risk rollout in EMEA and globally. Representing Core Compliance at relevant committees and forums across the Bank and Securities. Supporting the build out of the CTQA's presence in EMEA. Other ad-hoc tasks as requested by management. Direct Reports: None You will be expected to perform your responsibilities under the supervision of, and reporting to, a line manager. You will be expected to ensure that your line manager is fully aware at all times of your activities and to escalate any issues to the line manager or the Head of Department. You may be expected to provide some form of line management for junior members of the team as and when required. You will be expected to perform direct oversight, on the job training and guidance to any off-shored staff as allocated to you. Skills and Experience: Functional / Technical Competencies Excellent Microsoft Office (including Excel) skills. Strong relationship management skills, including with senior stakeholders. Effective time management skills, with the ability to produce high quality output and meet tight deadlines. Problem solving, analysis and reporting skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement, balance risk and practicality to determine appropriate actions/solutions. Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills - ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in person and in writing to articulate how an identified issue increases risk for the firm. Good understanding of Investment Banking and Markets risks and regulations. Ability to scope reviews, create test scripts and review the work of others. Strong compliance testing experience required. Broad understanding of the FCA Handbooks, Regulatory approaches & OFAC Standards. Experience Essential: 3 years+ of experience in a Compliance Assurance and Testing role. Desirable: 4 years+ experience in a Compliance Assurance and Testing role. Education / Qualifications: Degree level. Relevant industry qualifications relating to Compliance preferred, e.g. CISI. Behavioural Competencies: Attention to detail. Has practical ideas and makes recommendations that challenge current practice. Takes a solution focused approach to promote continuous improvement. Incorporates new behaviours and changes quickly to serve as a role model to others. Fully supports a 'best practice' environment. Identifies opportunities to improve processes. Is a team player and is willing to teach and help other members of the team. Personal Requirements: Excellent communication skills. Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability. A proactive, motivated approach. The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly. Strong decision making skills with the ability to demonstrate sound judgement. A structured and logical approach to work. Strong problem solving skills. A creative and innovative approach to work. Excellent interpersonal skills. The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment. A confident approach, with the ability to provide clear direction to others in the team. A strategic approach, with the ability to lead and motivate those within your team. The ability to articulate and implement the vision/strategy for the CA&T department. We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements. MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership. We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.
We are seeking to appoint an inspiring Teacher of Computing. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the teaching of Computing throughout the school. Several of the members of the Computing department have professional software engineering experience and while this is not required, being able to code and discuss technical issues with the boys is one of the most rewarding aspects of our work. Applications are welcome from those new to teaching, including recent graduates in related subjects, and experienced teachers alike. The School's salary scale is substantially above the national scale. Further details can be obtained from the School's website: via the 'Work with us' link in the footer, or by email from the HR department on: Please feel free to contact the Head of Computing, Chris Harrison, on if you would like to discuss any aspect of the post, or the School in general . The closing date for all applications is 9am Wednesday 4 December 2024. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 10 December 2024. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our vision is to nurture a generation of Paulines that will make a positive contribution to the world; our three pillars of Scholarship, Opportunity and Character are the foundation of all that we do and we actively focus on five core character traits: Respect, Kindness, Humility, Integrity and Resilience. We value diversity, equality and inclusion, and are committed to creating an environment where all members of our community can appreciate and benefit from this. It is our expectation that the values of all applicants align with our values. St Paul's is a selective Independent Day School for boys aged 13-18, occupying a superb 45-acre site on the south bank of the Thames, west of Hammersmith Bridge. St Paul's School excels academically at both A level and GCSE, with some of the highest national scores, but it is the work beyond the curriculum that excites both students and teachers alike.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
We are seeking to appoint an inspiring Teacher of Computing. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the teaching of Computing throughout the school. Several of the members of the Computing department have professional software engineering experience and while this is not required, being able to code and discuss technical issues with the boys is one of the most rewarding aspects of our work. Applications are welcome from those new to teaching, including recent graduates in related subjects, and experienced teachers alike. The School's salary scale is substantially above the national scale. Further details can be obtained from the School's website: via the 'Work with us' link in the footer, or by email from the HR department on: Please feel free to contact the Head of Computing, Chris Harrison, on if you would like to discuss any aspect of the post, or the School in general . The closing date for all applications is 9am Wednesday 4 December 2024. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 10 December 2024. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our vision is to nurture a generation of Paulines that will make a positive contribution to the world; our three pillars of Scholarship, Opportunity and Character are the foundation of all that we do and we actively focus on five core character traits: Respect, Kindness, Humility, Integrity and Resilience. We value diversity, equality and inclusion, and are committed to creating an environment where all members of our community can appreciate and benefit from this. It is our expectation that the values of all applicants align with our values. St Paul's is a selective Independent Day School for boys aged 13-18, occupying a superb 45-acre site on the south bank of the Thames, west of Hammersmith Bridge. St Paul's School excels academically at both A level and GCSE, with some of the highest national scores, but it is the work beyond the curriculum that excites both students and teachers alike.
Head of Youth Justice Service Reference number: SC07023 Location: London Schedule: Full-time Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £67,380 - £84,075 Contract Type: Permanent Do you see yourself as a caring and ambitious leader? Can you use your experience in youth justice to lead a high performing service to achieve outstanding in the new inspection regime? Does the idea of joining a richly diverse workforce with a commitment to innovation and creative work with teenagers excite you? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! Our Youth Justice Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Head of Service. This is an exciting opportunity to take on the leadership of an amazing service and drive our Southwark 2030 ambition for children to have a good start in life - join us to make a difference for children and our community! About the Service: Southwark Youth Justice Service has a strong track record of high performance at inspection and managing risk in a diverse inner-city borough with the ongoing challenges of serious youth violence and impact of austerity. Our last inspection report in 2023 acknowledged the strength of our skilled and knowledgeable staff and the integration of volunteers with lived experience alongside high standards of partnership working. The service also benefits from an in-house clinical team who promote our systemic approach that is well embedded in practice. This senior leadership role has the benefit of opportunities offered within Children's Services for further growth and development. About the Role: As head of service, you will provide leadership and drive best practice in the strategic development of a "child first" approach within youth justice and translate this into operational delivery of services to children and their families. This will include securing political and high-level management and stakeholder agreement in developing and delivering on strategic objectives in youth justice. You will be responsible for the work and co-ordination of several systemic practice groups of multi-disciplinary staff, differently qualified, ensuring standards and performance targets are understood and met or exceeded. You will be expected to be borough-based and a visible and active leader within our co-located children's services. To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence: Registration with Social Work England or holding an equivalent professional qualification in work with children and families though we will consider relevant continuous professional development in work with children and families which can reflect the ability to lead a 'child first' approach to youth justice. Knowledge and understanding of recent research and best practice in the field of youth justice and social care to prevent offending and reduce extra familial harm. An in-depth knowledge of the legal and statutory framework in which youth justice services operate is required, with evidence of successful management within a statutory youth justice setting including oversight of performance standards. Experience of managing significant and wide-reaching changes to professional services, policy development and implementation. An ability to implement anti-discriminatory practice including promoting anti-racist practice and addressing issues of racism, inequality and injustice. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert. Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Andrew Hillas at Additional Information: This role is for 36 hours per week and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. Benefits and more information: Recruitment Timeline: Advert close date: 11:59pm on Wednesday 4 December 2024. Shortlisting date/s: Friday 6 December 2024. Interview date/s: Monday 16 December 2024. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the criteria below: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans. Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Attachments Job Description & Person Specification - Head of Youth Justice Servic
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Head of Youth Justice Service Reference number: SC07023 Location: London Schedule: Full-time Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £67,380 - £84,075 Contract Type: Permanent Do you see yourself as a caring and ambitious leader? Can you use your experience in youth justice to lead a high performing service to achieve outstanding in the new inspection regime? Does the idea of joining a richly diverse workforce with a commitment to innovation and creative work with teenagers excite you? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! Our Youth Justice Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Head of Service. This is an exciting opportunity to take on the leadership of an amazing service and drive our Southwark 2030 ambition for children to have a good start in life - join us to make a difference for children and our community! About the Service: Southwark Youth Justice Service has a strong track record of high performance at inspection and managing risk in a diverse inner-city borough with the ongoing challenges of serious youth violence and impact of austerity. Our last inspection report in 2023 acknowledged the strength of our skilled and knowledgeable staff and the integration of volunteers with lived experience alongside high standards of partnership working. The service also benefits from an in-house clinical team who promote our systemic approach that is well embedded in practice. This senior leadership role has the benefit of opportunities offered within Children's Services for further growth and development. About the Role: As head of service, you will provide leadership and drive best practice in the strategic development of a "child first" approach within youth justice and translate this into operational delivery of services to children and their families. This will include securing political and high-level management and stakeholder agreement in developing and delivering on strategic objectives in youth justice. You will be responsible for the work and co-ordination of several systemic practice groups of multi-disciplinary staff, differently qualified, ensuring standards and performance targets are understood and met or exceeded. You will be expected to be borough-based and a visible and active leader within our co-located children's services. To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence: Registration with Social Work England or holding an equivalent professional qualification in work with children and families though we will consider relevant continuous professional development in work with children and families which can reflect the ability to lead a 'child first' approach to youth justice. Knowledge and understanding of recent research and best practice in the field of youth justice and social care to prevent offending and reduce extra familial harm. An in-depth knowledge of the legal and statutory framework in which youth justice services operate is required, with evidence of successful management within a statutory youth justice setting including oversight of performance standards. Experience of managing significant and wide-reaching changes to professional services, policy development and implementation. An ability to implement anti-discriminatory practice including promoting anti-racist practice and addressing issues of racism, inequality and injustice. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert. Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Andrew Hillas at Additional Information: This role is for 36 hours per week and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. Benefits and more information: Recruitment Timeline: Advert close date: 11:59pm on Wednesday 4 December 2024. Shortlisting date/s: Friday 6 December 2024. Interview date/s: Monday 16 December 2024. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the criteria below: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans. Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Attachments Job Description & Person Specification - Head of Youth Justice Servic
The Vacancy Our strategic ambition is for every child in family law proceedings to have an exceptional experience, everywhere in the country and every time. While we are proud that Ofsted judged us to be 'outstanding' earlier this year, there is always more to do to serve the best interests of children in public and private law proceedings across England. Our inspection outcome has energised us to keep getting better at what we do for children and families and the feedback from them tells us we are doing just that. Following recent internal promotions, we are pleased to be recruiting for a Head of Practice to be part of our leadership team for services covering Hampshire and Dorset. This role will be part of our team that focuses on public and private law . Should you join us, you will draw on your considerable experience to lead and inspire those around you to ensure the delivery of high-quality services and practice. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director, you will manage a team of Service Managers. You will also be part of our National Operations Management Team, leading on internal practice improvement, influencing local delivery partners while also working on a mix of strategic and operational matters. By ensuring Cafcass priorities, policies and plans are delivered to the highest possible standard, you and your teams will deliver positive outcomes for children and young people going through significant events. To be successful in this role you will be; A highly effective leader, able to influence others and lead change by providing assurance and inspiring confidence; Someone who thrives on the responsibility of ensuring quality of practice and service delivery across the operational area is not only sustained but continually improved; and Motivated to achieve performance standards by supporting (Senior) Service Managers to ensure strong, consistent performance management behaviours and processes are embedded. As you would expect, for such a key leadership role we have some key requirements: Significant post qualifying experience in a social work setting of working with children and families. Demonstrable experience of achieving positive outcomes for children through working in a family justice environment. Evidence of professional development to support your progression into a managerial role. That you are an inspirational and motivated leader with high levels of resilience and management skills that encourage commitment from others and promote a positive and motivated organisational culture. A collaborative team worker who can build positive relationships and work effectively across boundaries and achieve results through others. Proven experience of managing staff, services and budgets at a senior level across a wide range of functions, including supervisory and/or practice management experience. We are flexible on your location although as a senior leader you will be expected to be visible and accessible to your team and as such you should expect to be attend relevant offices in the areas for key meetings, and there may also be some additional travel and overnight stays in different parts of the country. If you join us, you will be well-supported through induction, supervision, learning and performance review, whether you are already at this level of leadership or are taking your next career step. We offer an attractive reward package, flexible working to achieve that important work/life balance, and a comprehensive programme of support to maintain your wellbeing at work that includes 4 'wellbeing days' in addition to a generous annual leave entitlement. You may also be able to bring your 'continuous service' with you, bringing further benefits. We are an organisation valuing, promoting and prioritising equality, diversity and inclusion and we especially welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds. The Chief Executive and Corporate Directors sponsor our objectives in this regard, listening to and encouraging feedback from families, children, our staff, and partners about how well we are doing in terms of understanding and celebrating uniqueness. Next steps We have set out below our intended timeline for the recruitment to this role. Closing date for applications: 15th December 2024. Initial telephone conversation: w/c 16th December 2024. Panel interviews: w/c 6th or 13th January 2025. We also understand you may want to informally discuss the role. If so, please contact Spencer Hird, Assistant Director on or email . We look forward to hearing from you. Be Their Voice We are Cafcass - the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service - and we represent children in family court cases in England. Independently advising the family courts about what is safe for children and in their best interests, we speak up for over 140,0000 children every year when the family court makes critical decisions about their futures, ensuring their needs, wishes and feelings are heard. Watch our video to find out we don't just listen to children's voices but we can be their voice.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
The Vacancy Our strategic ambition is for every child in family law proceedings to have an exceptional experience, everywhere in the country and every time. While we are proud that Ofsted judged us to be 'outstanding' earlier this year, there is always more to do to serve the best interests of children in public and private law proceedings across England. Our inspection outcome has energised us to keep getting better at what we do for children and families and the feedback from them tells us we are doing just that. Following recent internal promotions, we are pleased to be recruiting for a Head of Practice to be part of our leadership team for services covering Hampshire and Dorset. This role will be part of our team that focuses on public and private law . Should you join us, you will draw on your considerable experience to lead and inspire those around you to ensure the delivery of high-quality services and practice. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director, you will manage a team of Service Managers. You will also be part of our National Operations Management Team, leading on internal practice improvement, influencing local delivery partners while also working on a mix of strategic and operational matters. By ensuring Cafcass priorities, policies and plans are delivered to the highest possible standard, you and your teams will deliver positive outcomes for children and young people going through significant events. To be successful in this role you will be; A highly effective leader, able to influence others and lead change by providing assurance and inspiring confidence; Someone who thrives on the responsibility of ensuring quality of practice and service delivery across the operational area is not only sustained but continually improved; and Motivated to achieve performance standards by supporting (Senior) Service Managers to ensure strong, consistent performance management behaviours and processes are embedded. As you would expect, for such a key leadership role we have some key requirements: Significant post qualifying experience in a social work setting of working with children and families. Demonstrable experience of achieving positive outcomes for children through working in a family justice environment. Evidence of professional development to support your progression into a managerial role. That you are an inspirational and motivated leader with high levels of resilience and management skills that encourage commitment from others and promote a positive and motivated organisational culture. A collaborative team worker who can build positive relationships and work effectively across boundaries and achieve results through others. Proven experience of managing staff, services and budgets at a senior level across a wide range of functions, including supervisory and/or practice management experience. We are flexible on your location although as a senior leader you will be expected to be visible and accessible to your team and as such you should expect to be attend relevant offices in the areas for key meetings, and there may also be some additional travel and overnight stays in different parts of the country. If you join us, you will be well-supported through induction, supervision, learning and performance review, whether you are already at this level of leadership or are taking your next career step. We offer an attractive reward package, flexible working to achieve that important work/life balance, and a comprehensive programme of support to maintain your wellbeing at work that includes 4 'wellbeing days' in addition to a generous annual leave entitlement. You may also be able to bring your 'continuous service' with you, bringing further benefits. We are an organisation valuing, promoting and prioritising equality, diversity and inclusion and we especially welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds. The Chief Executive and Corporate Directors sponsor our objectives in this regard, listening to and encouraging feedback from families, children, our staff, and partners about how well we are doing in terms of understanding and celebrating uniqueness. Next steps We have set out below our intended timeline for the recruitment to this role. Closing date for applications: 15th December 2024. Initial telephone conversation: w/c 16th December 2024. Panel interviews: w/c 6th or 13th January 2025. We also understand you may want to informally discuss the role. If so, please contact Spencer Hird, Assistant Director on or email . We look forward to hearing from you. Be Their Voice We are Cafcass - the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service - and we represent children in family court cases in England. Independently advising the family courts about what is safe for children and in their best interests, we speak up for over 140,0000 children every year when the family court makes critical decisions about their futures, ensuring their needs, wishes and feelings are heard. Watch our video to find out we don't just listen to children's voices but we can be their voice.
The Role The International Team Administrator plays a key role in providing high-quality, efficient and effective administrative support to the Head of International and International Department as they work to represent and support Law Society members internationally. The Administrator handles all the administrative requirements of a busy, fast-paced team, including PA support to the Head of International; finance; handling queries; booking travel and organising meetings; mastering multiple IT and CRM systems for different administrative functions. The role is vital in ensuring the success of our international team, enabling us to deliver maximum value for our members and the legal profession as a whole. What we're looking for The ideal candidate will be highly organised and able to coordinate administrative requirements over multiple work streams to ensure that work is delivered on time and to a high quality. They will work flexibly and collaboratively with colleagues to meet business needs. The successful candidate will be comfortable working closely with a wide range of colleagues, members and stakeholders at all levels. The candidate will be comfortable with current IT systems and will proactively find ways to improve administration processes within the team. What's in it for you This is an excellent opportunity to work with contemporary thinkers in a progressive membership organisation. The successful candidate will join a strong brand with a reputation for excellence and legal expertise, committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of trust, clarity, excellence and respect. We offer hybrid working, a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation. We believe in the benefits of a diverse workforce and strongly welcome applications from those currently under-represented in the organisation, including LGBT+ people, people with disabilities and people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds. Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply. The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
The Role The International Team Administrator plays a key role in providing high-quality, efficient and effective administrative support to the Head of International and International Department as they work to represent and support Law Society members internationally. The Administrator handles all the administrative requirements of a busy, fast-paced team, including PA support to the Head of International; finance; handling queries; booking travel and organising meetings; mastering multiple IT and CRM systems for different administrative functions. The role is vital in ensuring the success of our international team, enabling us to deliver maximum value for our members and the legal profession as a whole. What we're looking for The ideal candidate will be highly organised and able to coordinate administrative requirements over multiple work streams to ensure that work is delivered on time and to a high quality. They will work flexibly and collaboratively with colleagues to meet business needs. The successful candidate will be comfortable working closely with a wide range of colleagues, members and stakeholders at all levels. The candidate will be comfortable with current IT systems and will proactively find ways to improve administration processes within the team. What's in it for you This is an excellent opportunity to work with contemporary thinkers in a progressive membership organisation. The successful candidate will join a strong brand with a reputation for excellence and legal expertise, committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of trust, clarity, excellence and respect. We offer hybrid working, a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation. We believe in the benefits of a diverse workforce and strongly welcome applications from those currently under-represented in the organisation, including LGBT+ people, people with disabilities and people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds. Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply. The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.
Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP) Coordinator Assistant Reference number: SC07082 Location: London Schedule: Full-time Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £34,275 - £40,344 Contract Type: Permanent Are you ready to use your customer service skills to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families by delivering exceptional SEND services? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our SEND service is seeking passionate and dedicated Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) Coordinator Assistants to join our team and contribute to making a positive difference today. This is a full-time, permanent position (36 hours per week) About Us: We are excited to be redesigning our SEND service to better meet the growing demand and enhance the support we provide to children, young people and families in Southwark. This redesign is all about streamlining our processes and improving our service delivery to ensure that every child's needs are met with the highest level of care and attention. We are seeking experienced and dedicated individuals to join our team in a variety of roles. Together, we can make a profound and positive impact on our community. As a Council consistently rated "Good" by Ofsted across all areas, Southwark is committed to excellence in service delivery. We place great value on co-developing services with families and key stakeholders, ensuring that our approach is both responsive and impactful from the very start. At Southwark Council, we believe in investing in both our residents and our staff, fostering an environment where you can thrive professionally and make a real difference in the community. Join us in transforming our service! The Role: As an EHCP Coordinator Assistant, you will serve as a key point of contact within Southwark's SEND service, ensuring the delivery of excellent customer service and responding promptly to queries related to the statutory assessment process. Your responsibilities will include: Administering statutory assessments and managing case files. Liaising with schools, families and partner agencies. Overseeing the coordination of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP). Managing documentation, arranging school placements and supporting phase transfers. Supporting SEND Panels, participating in quality assurance processes and ensuring compliance with legislative requirements such as the Children and Families Act 2014. About You: We are looking for a highly organised, detail oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. To be successful in this role, you will need: Strong administrative skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a focus on building positive relationships with parents, schools and partner agencies. The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with care and accuracy. A collaborative approach to working with colleagues across health and social care, as well as a proactive attitude in adapting to changing workloads and unexpected challenges. Knowledge of relevant SEND legislation and policies to ensure compliance with statutory requirements. A full Enhanced DBS check is required for this post. In return for your hard work, we offer: Up to £40,344 per annum (subject to experience). Opportunities to develop and implement innovative practices. Professional development and training opportunities. Career progression prospects. The chance to work with a supportive and collaborative team. The ability to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people. For more information on our benefits, see the link here - Want to know more? Please review the job description below or contact Rebecca Davies, Head of Service for SEND via email at for an informal chat about your suitability for the position. Recruitment timetable: We will regularly review applications and conduct interviews on a rolling basis and close the advert once all positions are filled. Closing date: 2 March 2025. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed interview scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the criteria below: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans. Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Attachments EHCP Coordinator Assistant - Job Description & Person Specification
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP) Coordinator Assistant Reference number: SC07082 Location: London Schedule: Full-time Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £34,275 - £40,344 Contract Type: Permanent Are you ready to use your customer service skills to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families by delivering exceptional SEND services? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our SEND service is seeking passionate and dedicated Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) Coordinator Assistants to join our team and contribute to making a positive difference today. This is a full-time, permanent position (36 hours per week) About Us: We are excited to be redesigning our SEND service to better meet the growing demand and enhance the support we provide to children, young people and families in Southwark. This redesign is all about streamlining our processes and improving our service delivery to ensure that every child's needs are met with the highest level of care and attention. We are seeking experienced and dedicated individuals to join our team in a variety of roles. Together, we can make a profound and positive impact on our community. As a Council consistently rated "Good" by Ofsted across all areas, Southwark is committed to excellence in service delivery. We place great value on co-developing services with families and key stakeholders, ensuring that our approach is both responsive and impactful from the very start. At Southwark Council, we believe in investing in both our residents and our staff, fostering an environment where you can thrive professionally and make a real difference in the community. Join us in transforming our service! The Role: As an EHCP Coordinator Assistant, you will serve as a key point of contact within Southwark's SEND service, ensuring the delivery of excellent customer service and responding promptly to queries related to the statutory assessment process. Your responsibilities will include: Administering statutory assessments and managing case files. Liaising with schools, families and partner agencies. Overseeing the coordination of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP). Managing documentation, arranging school placements and supporting phase transfers. Supporting SEND Panels, participating in quality assurance processes and ensuring compliance with legislative requirements such as the Children and Families Act 2014. About You: We are looking for a highly organised, detail oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. To be successful in this role, you will need: Strong administrative skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a focus on building positive relationships with parents, schools and partner agencies. The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with care and accuracy. A collaborative approach to working with colleagues across health and social care, as well as a proactive attitude in adapting to changing workloads and unexpected challenges. Knowledge of relevant SEND legislation and policies to ensure compliance with statutory requirements. A full Enhanced DBS check is required for this post. In return for your hard work, we offer: Up to £40,344 per annum (subject to experience). Opportunities to develop and implement innovative practices. Professional development and training opportunities. Career progression prospects. The chance to work with a supportive and collaborative team. The ability to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people. For more information on our benefits, see the link here - Want to know more? Please review the job description below or contact Rebecca Davies, Head of Service for SEND via email at for an informal chat about your suitability for the position. Recruitment timetable: We will regularly review applications and conduct interviews on a rolling basis and close the advert once all positions are filled. Closing date: 2 March 2025. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed interview scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the criteria below: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans. Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Attachments EHCP Coordinator Assistant - Job Description & Person Specification
Deputy Head of Service Reference number: SC07078 Location: London Schedule: Full-time Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £57,678 - £71,742 Contract Type: Permanent Are you a passionate and experienced leader ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? If you're keen to drive meaningful change and lead a team committed to transforming outcomes for young people and their families, we want to hear from you! This is a full-time, permanent position (36 hours per week) offering the opportunity to shape the future of SEND services in Southwark. About Us: We are excited to be redesigning our SEND service to better meet the growing demand and enhance the support we provide to children, young people and families in Southwark. This redesign is all about streamlining our processes and improving our service delivery to ensure that every child's needs are met with the highest level of care and attention. We are seeking experienced and dedicated individuals to join our team in a variety of roles. Together, we can make a profound and positive impact on our community. As a Council consistently rated "Good" by Ofsted across all areas, Southwark is committed to excellence in service delivery. We place great value on co-developing services with families and key stakeholders, ensuring that our approach is both responsive and impactful from the very start. At Southwark Council, we believe in investing in both our residents and our staff, fostering an environment where you can thrive professionally and make a real difference in the community. Join us in transforming our service! The Role: In this leadership role, you will support the Assistant Director and Head of Service for SEND by spearheading service development and ensuring the effective delivery of SEND operations. Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing SEND casework teams and driving the review of statutory data and financial reporting. Embedding child-centred and solution-focused practices across the service. Building collaborative relationships with young people, parents, schools, and health partners. Leading quality assurance initiatives, delivering training programs, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Chairing panels, overseeing frameworks, and deputising for the Head of Service SEND as needed. About You: We are looking for an experienced professional who brings: Expertise in child-centred and solution-focused practices, with a strong understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND reforms. A proven track record of leading and managing multi-agency teams to deliver impactful results. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to review statutory data, ensure compliance, and manage financial reporting. The ability to lead quality assurance frameworks, deliver training initiatives, and build effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Exceptional leadership skills, including experience in chairing panels and stepping in to deputise for senior leaders when required. A full Enhanced DBS check is required for this post. This is your chance to join a forward-thinking team and play a vital role in reshaping services for children and young people with SEND in Southwark. In return for your hard work, we offer: Up to £71,742 per annum (subject to experience). Opportunities to develop and implement innovative practices. Professional development and training opportunities. Career progression prospects. The chance to work with a supportive and collaborative team. The ability to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people. For more information on our benefits, see the link here - Want to know more? Please review the job description below or contact Rebecca Davies, Head of Service for SEND via email at for an informal chat about your suitability for the position. Recruitment timetable: Advert closing date: 11:59pm on Friday 6 December 2024. Shortlisting date/s: week commencing 9 December 2024. Interview date/s: week commencing 16 November 2024. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed interview scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans. Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Attachments Deputy Head of Service - Job Description & Person Specfication
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Deputy Head of Service Reference number: SC07078 Location: London Schedule: Full-time Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £57,678 - £71,742 Contract Type: Permanent Are you a passionate and experienced leader ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? If you're keen to drive meaningful change and lead a team committed to transforming outcomes for young people and their families, we want to hear from you! This is a full-time, permanent position (36 hours per week) offering the opportunity to shape the future of SEND services in Southwark. About Us: We are excited to be redesigning our SEND service to better meet the growing demand and enhance the support we provide to children, young people and families in Southwark. This redesign is all about streamlining our processes and improving our service delivery to ensure that every child's needs are met with the highest level of care and attention. We are seeking experienced and dedicated individuals to join our team in a variety of roles. Together, we can make a profound and positive impact on our community. As a Council consistently rated "Good" by Ofsted across all areas, Southwark is committed to excellence in service delivery. We place great value on co-developing services with families and key stakeholders, ensuring that our approach is both responsive and impactful from the very start. At Southwark Council, we believe in investing in both our residents and our staff, fostering an environment where you can thrive professionally and make a real difference in the community. Join us in transforming our service! The Role: In this leadership role, you will support the Assistant Director and Head of Service for SEND by spearheading service development and ensuring the effective delivery of SEND operations. Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing SEND casework teams and driving the review of statutory data and financial reporting. Embedding child-centred and solution-focused practices across the service. Building collaborative relationships with young people, parents, schools, and health partners. Leading quality assurance initiatives, delivering training programs, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Chairing panels, overseeing frameworks, and deputising for the Head of Service SEND as needed. About You: We are looking for an experienced professional who brings: Expertise in child-centred and solution-focused practices, with a strong understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND reforms. A proven track record of leading and managing multi-agency teams to deliver impactful results. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to review statutory data, ensure compliance, and manage financial reporting. The ability to lead quality assurance frameworks, deliver training initiatives, and build effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Exceptional leadership skills, including experience in chairing panels and stepping in to deputise for senior leaders when required. A full Enhanced DBS check is required for this post. This is your chance to join a forward-thinking team and play a vital role in reshaping services for children and young people with SEND in Southwark. In return for your hard work, we offer: Up to £71,742 per annum (subject to experience). Opportunities to develop and implement innovative practices. Professional development and training opportunities. Career progression prospects. The chance to work with a supportive and collaborative team. The ability to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people. For more information on our benefits, see the link here - Want to know more? Please review the job description below or contact Rebecca Davies, Head of Service for SEND via email at for an informal chat about your suitability for the position. Recruitment timetable: Advert closing date: 11:59pm on Friday 6 December 2024. Shortlisting date/s: week commencing 9 December 2024. Interview date/s: week commencing 16 November 2024. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed interview scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans. Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Attachments Deputy Head of Service - Job Description & Person Specfication
Finance & Resources Committee Member Shaping the Future of Healthcare Together We're working with an organisation seeking an experienced and passionate individual to join its Finance & Resources Board (F&RB). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic and financial oversight of a globally respected professional membership body, helping to improve healthcare for millions of patients. About the organisation: With a diverse membership of over 40,000 across 130 countries, they are dedicated to improving patient care, influencing health policy, and advancing medical education and leadership. Operating with an annual budget of £40 million, the RCP is headquartered in London and Liverpool, with regional offices. The organisation champions an inclusive culture, reflecting the diversity of the medical workforce and the patient populations it serves. About the Role: As a member of the Finance & Resources Board, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial and operational strategy of the organisation. This includes ensuring robust financial governance, reviewing financial policies, and providing guidance on resource allocation to achieve their strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities will include: Advising on financial planning and monitoring the organisation's financial performance. Reviewing capital and revenue budgets and making recommendations to the Trustees. Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements in financial reporting and management. Monitoring the their assets, including properties, investments, and historic collections. Evaluating risk management strategies and overseeing implementation. We are seeking candidates with: Proven expertise in financial management and governance within complex organisations. Strategic insight and the ability to evaluate and advise on long-term financial plans. Strong interpersonal skills , with the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. A commitment to the organisation's values of care, learning, and collaboration. Commitment: The F&RB meets quarterly, with additional ad-hoc engagements as required. Meetings are typically held virtually, and members serve an initial term of three years, renewable for another three years at the discretion of the Chair. Remuneration: This is a voluntary position. Expenses incurred while attending meetings will be reimbursed per the organisation's policy. How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV to in the first instance and we will share the candidate pack with full application instructions. Applications close on 2nd January 2025. Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Finance & Resources Committee Member Shaping the Future of Healthcare Together We're working with an organisation seeking an experienced and passionate individual to join its Finance & Resources Board (F&RB). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic and financial oversight of a globally respected professional membership body, helping to improve healthcare for millions of patients. About the organisation: With a diverse membership of over 40,000 across 130 countries, they are dedicated to improving patient care, influencing health policy, and advancing medical education and leadership. Operating with an annual budget of £40 million, the RCP is headquartered in London and Liverpool, with regional offices. The organisation champions an inclusive culture, reflecting the diversity of the medical workforce and the patient populations it serves. About the Role: As a member of the Finance & Resources Board, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial and operational strategy of the organisation. This includes ensuring robust financial governance, reviewing financial policies, and providing guidance on resource allocation to achieve their strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities will include: Advising on financial planning and monitoring the organisation's financial performance. Reviewing capital and revenue budgets and making recommendations to the Trustees. Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements in financial reporting and management. Monitoring the their assets, including properties, investments, and historic collections. Evaluating risk management strategies and overseeing implementation. We are seeking candidates with: Proven expertise in financial management and governance within complex organisations. Strategic insight and the ability to evaluate and advise on long-term financial plans. Strong interpersonal skills , with the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. A commitment to the organisation's values of care, learning, and collaboration. Commitment: The F&RB meets quarterly, with additional ad-hoc engagements as required. Meetings are typically held virtually, and members serve an initial term of three years, renewable for another three years at the discretion of the Chair. Remuneration: This is a voluntary position. Expenses incurred while attending meetings will be reimbursed per the organisation's policy. How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV to in the first instance and we will share the candidate pack with full application instructions. Applications close on 2nd January 2025. Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Buckinghamshire Council
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Head of Home - Registered Manager Location: Aylesbury Overview We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual who is deeply committed to promoting equality and achieving positive outcomes for all children and young people. As a key member of the Care Services Management Team, you will collaborate closely with the Head of Service and other Team Managers to deliver high-quality services that comply with legal and regulatory requirements, exceeding National Minimum Standards. You will lead and manage a dedicated team, ensuring residential care aligns with the home's Statement of Purpose, Children's Homes Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and our commitment to equality and positive outcomes for all children and young people. A minimum of two years of residential management experience is essential for this role, as you will play a crucial part in ensuring high-quality services and driving continuous improvement. If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply and join us. "You will be joining a supportive, nurturing and inclusive team of individuals whose purpose and role is to support, guide and achieve good outcomes for children and their families" - Sam - Head of Home About us Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. Buckinghamshire is an ambitious, rapidly growing county, and our economy is one of the strongest in the country. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty and ranks as one of the top rural areas to live in the UK and yet it is incredibly well connected- only an hour from London on the train. The county has a rich history and heritage and is the birthplace of the international Paralympic movement. We are looking for motivated, ambitious and inspiring people to join us on our journey. You will be entitled to a range of different benefits to make sure you are happy both at work and at home. About the role As Head of Home, you will hold a critical position with a broad range of responsibilities aimed at ensuring that residential care is fully aligned with the home's Statement of Purpose, Children's Homes Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and our unwavering commitment to equality and positive outcomes for all children and young people. Key responsibilities include: Supervising managerial and senior residential social work staff, fostering a culture of professional practice and excellence in performance. Collaborating closely with the Head of Service to develop and promote the service, driving continuous improvements in performance and care quality. Providing management cover for Team Managers when needed, ensuring seamless service delivery. Representing the service at external events and contributing to internal working groups, panels, or projects as required. Managing financial resources responsibly, ensuring sound business planning and effective financial oversight to support long-term sustainability. This pivotal role requires not only strong leadership but also a deep passion for making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. About you We are seeking a candidate who is not only qualified to Level 5 in Children's Residential Management but also deeply passionate about promoting equality and achieving positive outcomes for all children and young people. With a minimum of four years' post-qualification experience leading and managing dedicated teams, you will have the expertise to ensure our residential care fully aligns with the home's Statement of Purpose, Children's Homes Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and our commitment to equality. Your leadership will drive positive outcomes for all children and young people in our care. A strong commitment to equal opportunities is essential, along with an approachable and positive "can do" attitude. As an experienced manager, you will have a thorough understanding of on-call responsibilities and your legal obligation to ensure the safeguarding and welfare of every child is prioritised at all times. This role requires the ability to travel across the county and work unsocial hours when necessary. Access to and use of a vehicle is essential. Your Values: We expect you to embody our organizational values of being Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative, and Trustworthy, consistently reflecting these in your day-to-day work. Please refer to the job summary for further information. Other information For more information or for an informal discussion please contact Laura Armstrong- or Sandra Carnall - Closing Date: Midnight on 2nd of December 2024. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: All unspent cautions and convictions cautions All adult cautions and spent convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance , the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) guidance or Ministry of Justice (MOJ) guidance (see, in particular, the section titled 'Exceptions Order'). We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Our values By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: A fair and inclusive culture The chance to really make a difference to those around you Health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops A unified voice through our Employee Representative Group Ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us Opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone About the Service Area Buckinghamshire is a successful, growing place with fantastic natural assets, a highly productive economy and many resourceful and thriving communities. However, we are far from complacent and our new and ambitious unitary authority is well placed to tackle the challenges associated with growth, an aging population, climate change and inequalities in both opportunities and outcomes - particularly for our children and young people. Children's Services is on an improvement journey and as our very recent Ofsted report shows, we have continued to improve despite the pressures of the pandemic and have built solid foundations for future success. Relationships with partners are strong and our collective response to the pandemic has strengthened and deepened our work together. We have a big, ambitious agenda for Buckinghamshire, our teams work collaboratively and at pace to make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people across the county. We are looking for talented and driven individuals to help us achieve the best outcomes for our children, young people and families in Buckinghamshire. Our key priorities include continuing to protect vulnerable children and young people from harm, whilst sustaining an environment where social work practice can thrive. Through our vital work with our partners, including The Buckinghamshire Safeguarding Childrens Partnership, we continue to improve our collective response to children and young people who have been exposed to domestic abuse, exploitation, substance misuse and mental health issues. No matter what role you take on in our Children's services, you will be part of a team who is dedicated to supporting children and their families to achieve their full potential. We recognise and reward you Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco . click apply for full job details
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Head of Home - Registered Manager Location: Aylesbury Overview We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual who is deeply committed to promoting equality and achieving positive outcomes for all children and young people. As a key member of the Care Services Management Team, you will collaborate closely with the Head of Service and other Team Managers to deliver high-quality services that comply with legal and regulatory requirements, exceeding National Minimum Standards. You will lead and manage a dedicated team, ensuring residential care aligns with the home's Statement of Purpose, Children's Homes Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and our commitment to equality and positive outcomes for all children and young people. A minimum of two years of residential management experience is essential for this role, as you will play a crucial part in ensuring high-quality services and driving continuous improvement. If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply and join us. "You will be joining a supportive, nurturing and inclusive team of individuals whose purpose and role is to support, guide and achieve good outcomes for children and their families" - Sam - Head of Home About us Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. Buckinghamshire is an ambitious, rapidly growing county, and our economy is one of the strongest in the country. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty and ranks as one of the top rural areas to live in the UK and yet it is incredibly well connected- only an hour from London on the train. The county has a rich history and heritage and is the birthplace of the international Paralympic movement. We are looking for motivated, ambitious and inspiring people to join us on our journey. You will be entitled to a range of different benefits to make sure you are happy both at work and at home. About the role As Head of Home, you will hold a critical position with a broad range of responsibilities aimed at ensuring that residential care is fully aligned with the home's Statement of Purpose, Children's Homes Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and our unwavering commitment to equality and positive outcomes for all children and young people. Key responsibilities include: Supervising managerial and senior residential social work staff, fostering a culture of professional practice and excellence in performance. Collaborating closely with the Head of Service to develop and promote the service, driving continuous improvements in performance and care quality. Providing management cover for Team Managers when needed, ensuring seamless service delivery. Representing the service at external events and contributing to internal working groups, panels, or projects as required. Managing financial resources responsibly, ensuring sound business planning and effective financial oversight to support long-term sustainability. This pivotal role requires not only strong leadership but also a deep passion for making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. About you We are seeking a candidate who is not only qualified to Level 5 in Children's Residential Management but also deeply passionate about promoting equality and achieving positive outcomes for all children and young people. With a minimum of four years' post-qualification experience leading and managing dedicated teams, you will have the expertise to ensure our residential care fully aligns with the home's Statement of Purpose, Children's Homes Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and our commitment to equality. Your leadership will drive positive outcomes for all children and young people in our care. A strong commitment to equal opportunities is essential, along with an approachable and positive "can do" attitude. As an experienced manager, you will have a thorough understanding of on-call responsibilities and your legal obligation to ensure the safeguarding and welfare of every child is prioritised at all times. This role requires the ability to travel across the county and work unsocial hours when necessary. Access to and use of a vehicle is essential. Your Values: We expect you to embody our organizational values of being Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative, and Trustworthy, consistently reflecting these in your day-to-day work. Please refer to the job summary for further information. Other information For more information or for an informal discussion please contact Laura Armstrong- or Sandra Carnall - Closing Date: Midnight on 2nd of December 2024. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: All unspent cautions and convictions cautions All adult cautions and spent convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance , the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) guidance or Ministry of Justice (MOJ) guidance (see, in particular, the section titled 'Exceptions Order'). We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Our values By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: A fair and inclusive culture The chance to really make a difference to those around you Health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops A unified voice through our Employee Representative Group Ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us Opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone About the Service Area Buckinghamshire is a successful, growing place with fantastic natural assets, a highly productive economy and many resourceful and thriving communities. However, we are far from complacent and our new and ambitious unitary authority is well placed to tackle the challenges associated with growth, an aging population, climate change and inequalities in both opportunities and outcomes - particularly for our children and young people. Children's Services is on an improvement journey and as our very recent Ofsted report shows, we have continued to improve despite the pressures of the pandemic and have built solid foundations for future success. Relationships with partners are strong and our collective response to the pandemic has strengthened and deepened our work together. We have a big, ambitious agenda for Buckinghamshire, our teams work collaboratively and at pace to make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people across the county. We are looking for talented and driven individuals to help us achieve the best outcomes for our children, young people and families in Buckinghamshire. Our key priorities include continuing to protect vulnerable children and young people from harm, whilst sustaining an environment where social work practice can thrive. Through our vital work with our partners, including The Buckinghamshire Safeguarding Childrens Partnership, we continue to improve our collective response to children and young people who have been exposed to domestic abuse, exploitation, substance misuse and mental health issues. No matter what role you take on in our Children's services, you will be part of a team who is dedicated to supporting children and their families to achieve their full potential. We recognise and reward you Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco . click apply for full job details
You will need to login before you can apply for a job. Package description Requisition ID: 18315 Band: D Salary range: £55,000 - £60,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. Contract type: permanent Location: London Broadcasting House We're happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. Excellent career progression - the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation. Unrivalled training and development opportunities - our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification. Benefits - We offer a negotiable salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym. You can find out more about working at the BBC by selecting this link to our candidate pack. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process please contact the . For any general queries, please contact: . Job introduction We're looking for a talented Senior Software Engineer in Test to join our department within Product Group Engineering, working in the iPlayer space. The role is based in London, and operates across Salford and London teams. Our team builds and maintains the APIs and associated AWS infrastructure that power all BBC iPlayer client applications on Web, Mobile and TV platforms, as well as other audience facing products within the iPlayer domain. We're a collaborative and supportive multi-disciplinary team developing services on AWS using Typescript, Javascript, and Node.js and adopt a Microservices Architecture. We work in an agile methodology, delivering our product features incrementally and often. We encourage a friendly and inclusive culture of team empowerment that supports self-development for everyone. We value our staff, offering regular training and development opportunities, as well as set time dedicated for self-improvement, learning and innovation. The BBC Engineering community is dynamic and supportive, and there are frequent opportunities to collaborate with other teams. Our Engineers are encouraged to utilize 10% of their time towards learning, which typically takes the form of an innovation day every two weeks where they can work on own projects and personal development. All engineers are encouraged to participate in Guilds (cross-department initiatives where individuals from different teams collaborate on areas of interest such as Security, CI/CD, Automation, Data Analytics, AI etc). We seek improvement by reflecting and updating on our ways of working through team retrospectives, individual mentoring, and coaching. This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing team at the heart of one of the BBC's highest profile digital products. You'll learn how to build performant and accessible applications in a collaborative and supportive environment, with plenty of opportunities for learning, growth, and development. Interview process Two stage interview process • Technical take home test for shortlisted candidates - 5 working days • Virtual interview - approx. 1.5 hours of technical and competency based questions Main responsibilities As a Senior Software Engineer in Test within the iBL team, you will have a key role in shaping, refining, and delivering the strategic and operational testing strategy for a defined product set. You will be engaged in all aspects of SDLC, including architecture, design, specs, tests, development, and delivery. As a QA advocate, you will be reviewing new features that come in, assessing them, writing test plans and working with the wider multi-discipline team to understand their impact on performance. You will also play a major part in shaping the team culture, and setting test expectations, working closely with test leadership, ensuring the approach to testing is aligned with team ways of working, and the BBC strategic direction. We would look for you to be an active participant in fostering a learning culture throughout the organisation through active knowledge sharing, coaching, mentoring and inspiring other members of the team. Participate in and help improve the team's software development methodologies such as pairing, code and documentation reviewing, and continuous delivery. • Provide technical expertise and direction to engineering colleagues. • Implement automation suites using JavaScript. • Active participation in the team's agile planning and delivery process. • Use AWS monitoring tools to view our audience production experience. • Perform ad-hoc manual and exploratory testing to support new features. • Collaborate in shaping and implementation of test automation frameworks and delivery pipelines. • Contributing to test process and procedural improvements. • Support change through experimentation and analysis to improve process effectiveness. • Finding critical bugs or verifying reported issues, identifying their underlying cause and seeing them through to resolution liaising with other teams where appropriate. • Working with other development teams and stakeholders to ensure that each feature is clearly understood before implementation, validated early and throughout implementation, and verified when implementation is complete. • Learn new technologies and apply your learning to projects where appropriate. If you're passionate about software quality, enjoy thinking outside the box and want to work in a high-performing team doing complex and critical work, then this might be the role for you. Are you the right candidate • Experience working in multi-discipline teams, ideally using Agile methodologies (scrum, sprints) • Strong hands-on experience with the AWS infrastructure (CloudWatch, CodePipeline) • Ability to write automation code. • Experience setting up and/or maintaining automated testing frameworks. • Strong experience testing Rest APIs. • Experience using Postman or similar API tools. • Strong Typescript/JavaScript coding experience. • Experience with Microservice Driven Architecture. • Experience of validating endpoint schemas. • SQL knowledge. • Experience or knowledge of load testing. • Pairing and performing code reviews. • Good analytical skills. • Good communication skills. Tools / Technologies we use: • Postman • Swagger • GitHub • AWS and AWS tools • JavaScript • SQL About the BBC The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk. We don't focus simply on what we do - we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you've read about our values and behaviours here. Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC - whether that's to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
You will need to login before you can apply for a job. Package description Requisition ID: 18315 Band: D Salary range: £55,000 - £60,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. Contract type: permanent Location: London Broadcasting House We're happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage. Excellent career progression - the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation. Unrivalled training and development opportunities - our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification. Benefits - We offer a negotiable salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym. You can find out more about working at the BBC by selecting this link to our candidate pack. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process please contact the . For any general queries, please contact: . Job introduction We're looking for a talented Senior Software Engineer in Test to join our department within Product Group Engineering, working in the iPlayer space. The role is based in London, and operates across Salford and London teams. Our team builds and maintains the APIs and associated AWS infrastructure that power all BBC iPlayer client applications on Web, Mobile and TV platforms, as well as other audience facing products within the iPlayer domain. We're a collaborative and supportive multi-disciplinary team developing services on AWS using Typescript, Javascript, and Node.js and adopt a Microservices Architecture. We work in an agile methodology, delivering our product features incrementally and often. We encourage a friendly and inclusive culture of team empowerment that supports self-development for everyone. We value our staff, offering regular training and development opportunities, as well as set time dedicated for self-improvement, learning and innovation. The BBC Engineering community is dynamic and supportive, and there are frequent opportunities to collaborate with other teams. Our Engineers are encouraged to utilize 10% of their time towards learning, which typically takes the form of an innovation day every two weeks where they can work on own projects and personal development. All engineers are encouraged to participate in Guilds (cross-department initiatives where individuals from different teams collaborate on areas of interest such as Security, CI/CD, Automation, Data Analytics, AI etc). We seek improvement by reflecting and updating on our ways of working through team retrospectives, individual mentoring, and coaching. This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing team at the heart of one of the BBC's highest profile digital products. You'll learn how to build performant and accessible applications in a collaborative and supportive environment, with plenty of opportunities for learning, growth, and development. Interview process Two stage interview process • Technical take home test for shortlisted candidates - 5 working days • Virtual interview - approx. 1.5 hours of technical and competency based questions Main responsibilities As a Senior Software Engineer in Test within the iBL team, you will have a key role in shaping, refining, and delivering the strategic and operational testing strategy for a defined product set. You will be engaged in all aspects of SDLC, including architecture, design, specs, tests, development, and delivery. As a QA advocate, you will be reviewing new features that come in, assessing them, writing test plans and working with the wider multi-discipline team to understand their impact on performance. You will also play a major part in shaping the team culture, and setting test expectations, working closely with test leadership, ensuring the approach to testing is aligned with team ways of working, and the BBC strategic direction. We would look for you to be an active participant in fostering a learning culture throughout the organisation through active knowledge sharing, coaching, mentoring and inspiring other members of the team. Participate in and help improve the team's software development methodologies such as pairing, code and documentation reviewing, and continuous delivery. • Provide technical expertise and direction to engineering colleagues. • Implement automation suites using JavaScript. • Active participation in the team's agile planning and delivery process. • Use AWS monitoring tools to view our audience production experience. • Perform ad-hoc manual and exploratory testing to support new features. • Collaborate in shaping and implementation of test automation frameworks and delivery pipelines. • Contributing to test process and procedural improvements. • Support change through experimentation and analysis to improve process effectiveness. • Finding critical bugs or verifying reported issues, identifying their underlying cause and seeing them through to resolution liaising with other teams where appropriate. • Working with other development teams and stakeholders to ensure that each feature is clearly understood before implementation, validated early and throughout implementation, and verified when implementation is complete. • Learn new technologies and apply your learning to projects where appropriate. If you're passionate about software quality, enjoy thinking outside the box and want to work in a high-performing team doing complex and critical work, then this might be the role for you. Are you the right candidate • Experience working in multi-discipline teams, ideally using Agile methodologies (scrum, sprints) • Strong hands-on experience with the AWS infrastructure (CloudWatch, CodePipeline) • Ability to write automation code. • Experience setting up and/or maintaining automated testing frameworks. • Strong experience testing Rest APIs. • Experience using Postman or similar API tools. • Strong Typescript/JavaScript coding experience. • Experience with Microservice Driven Architecture. • Experience of validating endpoint schemas. • SQL knowledge. • Experience or knowledge of load testing. • Pairing and performing code reviews. • Good analytical skills. • Good communication skills. Tools / Technologies we use: • Postman • Swagger • GitHub • AWS and AWS tools • JavaScript • SQL About the BBC The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk. We don't focus simply on what we do - we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you've read about our values and behaviours here. Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC - whether that's to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here.
Purpose of Job To be responsible for the management, quality, resources, and compliance of the Academy's Higher Education curriculum, including the organisation, development, and day-to-day control of activities to meet the needs of students. Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Enactment Take responsibility for enacting the HE strategy through devising an annual development plan, implementing agreed actions, and reporting on progress and impact. Ensure appropriate targets are set at all levels in your area of responsibility, and that management information is used to inform decision making and report against key performance indicators. Curriculum Development and Design To lead the development of new curriculum, adopting an innovative, research-based approach lined to scholarly activity and continuous professional development. Stakeholder Engagement In all activities, and in conjunction with the Principal, set, monitor, and contribute to targets relating to recruitment, advice and guidance of the curriculum, enrolment, retention, attendance, achievement, progression, and associated learner outcomes, achieving value for money, and operating within agreed budgetary targets and systems. To lead the development and implementation of scholarly activity across the Academy. Teaching, Learning and Academic Standards To develop and manage a team of staff to deliver an efficient and high-quality curriculum, contributing to the teaching and learning programme and to demonstrate high levels of professional practice, inspiring, motivating and influencing staff and providing knowledgeable and innovative leadership. To co-ordinate and assure marking/moderation of assessments in accordance with the established procedures and required deadlines. To undertake regular curriculum and program reviews and revise and develop as necessary. To play a role in the teaching of programmes, and in the formative and summative assessment of the participants' work. Student Journey Maintain a clear vision, purpose and high expectations focused on learners' achievements. To take an overview of the results of student feedback questionnaires, highlighting important issues and take any necessary follow-up. To contribute to appropriate marketing and student progression activities. Leadership, Management and Quality Improvement To provide leadership and management of the Learning and Teaching team, establishing high-quality standards and clear, strategically aligned objectives, ensuring that the skills and capabilities are in place to deliver current and future goals and that staffing matters are addressed adequately. To ensure that a high-quality curriculum is monitored, evaluated, and improved by deploying quality improvement processes such as teaching and learning peer review, self-assessment, and performance monitoring, including the maintenance of appropriate records, teaching documents and performance indicators. To follow up on action points arising from College Board and Committee meetings, implementing change where necessary. To ensure action points from staff/student committees are followed up. To be responsible for termly progress monitoring, liaising with Academic Staff, Personal Tutors, Students and Administrative Staff where necessary. General responsibilities To perform such other duties as reasonably expected to the general character of the post and which are commensurate with its level of responsibility. To work with the Principal and the Human Resources department on the recruitment and deployment of staff and completion of appraisals and probationary processes. To keep up to date with current educational literature, theory and practice and remain in good professional standing. To be responsible for servicing Board and Committee meetings and Chair when required. Key Competencies Skills and Abilities Possess the ability to lead, inspire and motivate a team. Ability to set and achieve high standards for self and for team. Ability to provide effective performance management in conjunction with appropriate internal partners. Ability to complete teaching and learning peer review. Possess the ability to manage resources to achieve value for money and control of expenditure. Possess the ability to analyse data, produce assessments and implement actions to achieve targets. Possess a proactive and innovative style of leadership. Possess good communication skills. Knowledge A clear understanding of the curriculum areas that are to be managed. Knowledge of curriculum developments and quality management. Knowledge and good understanding of self-assessment reports. Have good knowledge of the Office for Students and other associated Higher Education regulatory and quality bodies e.g. QAA, OIA, ESFA, HESA, Ofsted. Possess a good understanding of, and the ability to translate, funding policy into practice. Possess a sound knowledge of the requirements of the legal framework around safeguarding, Prevent, health and safety and equality and diversity. Experience Have experience of teaching in and/or managing a curriculum area. Have a track record of delivering improving quality performance and learner success. Qualifications Essential Appropriate teaching qualification such as PGCE/PGDE/PGCHE or equivalent. Educated to degree level. Track record of CPD, scholarly activity and/or research. Desirable Postgraduate qualification. The above duties will inevitably change as the work of the Academy develops. The post-holder should therefore expect periodic variations to this job description. This job description may also be supplemented on a regular basis by individual objectives derived from Academy strategies. The post involves commitment to working outside the normal Academy hours and a willingness to work flexibly is expected. There will be an occasional need to undertake business travel between other business sites within London and across the UK. The post holder will be expected to work closely with Group central services and personnel. There is an expectation that all employees will maintain the values of the Academy and will comply with the code of conduct as well as equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding policies. Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance (DBS check) Our Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions • All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A criminal record will only be taken into account where the conviction is relevant to the position being applied for, and will not necessarily block candidates from employment. Any decision will depend on the precise nature of the work and the circumstances and background to the offence. Equal Opportunities British Academy of Jewellery is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. The Academy has a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Purpose of Job To be responsible for the management, quality, resources, and compliance of the Academy's Higher Education curriculum, including the organisation, development, and day-to-day control of activities to meet the needs of students. Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Enactment Take responsibility for enacting the HE strategy through devising an annual development plan, implementing agreed actions, and reporting on progress and impact. Ensure appropriate targets are set at all levels in your area of responsibility, and that management information is used to inform decision making and report against key performance indicators. Curriculum Development and Design To lead the development of new curriculum, adopting an innovative, research-based approach lined to scholarly activity and continuous professional development. Stakeholder Engagement In all activities, and in conjunction with the Principal, set, monitor, and contribute to targets relating to recruitment, advice and guidance of the curriculum, enrolment, retention, attendance, achievement, progression, and associated learner outcomes, achieving value for money, and operating within agreed budgetary targets and systems. To lead the development and implementation of scholarly activity across the Academy. Teaching, Learning and Academic Standards To develop and manage a team of staff to deliver an efficient and high-quality curriculum, contributing to the teaching and learning programme and to demonstrate high levels of professional practice, inspiring, motivating and influencing staff and providing knowledgeable and innovative leadership. To co-ordinate and assure marking/moderation of assessments in accordance with the established procedures and required deadlines. To undertake regular curriculum and program reviews and revise and develop as necessary. To play a role in the teaching of programmes, and in the formative and summative assessment of the participants' work. Student Journey Maintain a clear vision, purpose and high expectations focused on learners' achievements. To take an overview of the results of student feedback questionnaires, highlighting important issues and take any necessary follow-up. To contribute to appropriate marketing and student progression activities. Leadership, Management and Quality Improvement To provide leadership and management of the Learning and Teaching team, establishing high-quality standards and clear, strategically aligned objectives, ensuring that the skills and capabilities are in place to deliver current and future goals and that staffing matters are addressed adequately. To ensure that a high-quality curriculum is monitored, evaluated, and improved by deploying quality improvement processes such as teaching and learning peer review, self-assessment, and performance monitoring, including the maintenance of appropriate records, teaching documents and performance indicators. To follow up on action points arising from College Board and Committee meetings, implementing change where necessary. To ensure action points from staff/student committees are followed up. To be responsible for termly progress monitoring, liaising with Academic Staff, Personal Tutors, Students and Administrative Staff where necessary. General responsibilities To perform such other duties as reasonably expected to the general character of the post and which are commensurate with its level of responsibility. To work with the Principal and the Human Resources department on the recruitment and deployment of staff and completion of appraisals and probationary processes. To keep up to date with current educational literature, theory and practice and remain in good professional standing. To be responsible for servicing Board and Committee meetings and Chair when required. Key Competencies Skills and Abilities Possess the ability to lead, inspire and motivate a team. Ability to set and achieve high standards for self and for team. Ability to provide effective performance management in conjunction with appropriate internal partners. Ability to complete teaching and learning peer review. Possess the ability to manage resources to achieve value for money and control of expenditure. Possess the ability to analyse data, produce assessments and implement actions to achieve targets. Possess a proactive and innovative style of leadership. Possess good communication skills. Knowledge A clear understanding of the curriculum areas that are to be managed. Knowledge of curriculum developments and quality management. Knowledge and good understanding of self-assessment reports. Have good knowledge of the Office for Students and other associated Higher Education regulatory and quality bodies e.g. QAA, OIA, ESFA, HESA, Ofsted. Possess a good understanding of, and the ability to translate, funding policy into practice. Possess a sound knowledge of the requirements of the legal framework around safeguarding, Prevent, health and safety and equality and diversity. Experience Have experience of teaching in and/or managing a curriculum area. Have a track record of delivering improving quality performance and learner success. Qualifications Essential Appropriate teaching qualification such as PGCE/PGDE/PGCHE or equivalent. Educated to degree level. Track record of CPD, scholarly activity and/or research. Desirable Postgraduate qualification. The above duties will inevitably change as the work of the Academy develops. The post-holder should therefore expect periodic variations to this job description. This job description may also be supplemented on a regular basis by individual objectives derived from Academy strategies. The post involves commitment to working outside the normal Academy hours and a willingness to work flexibly is expected. There will be an occasional need to undertake business travel between other business sites within London and across the UK. The post holder will be expected to work closely with Group central services and personnel. There is an expectation that all employees will maintain the values of the Academy and will comply with the code of conduct as well as equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding policies. Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance (DBS check) Our Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions • All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A criminal record will only be taken into account where the conviction is relevant to the position being applied for, and will not necessarily block candidates from employment. Any decision will depend on the precise nature of the work and the circumstances and background to the offence. Equal Opportunities British Academy of Jewellery is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. The Academy has a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels.
Senior Acquisition Executive - Challenges and Events (2312) Contract Type: Permanent Full time Closing Date : 6 December 2024 Salary: £39,538 - £43,931 Location: Belfast Our client is looking for a Senior Acquisition Executive Challenges and Events to join the Public Fundraising Team on a full-time permanent basis. About The Organisation They are a non-governmental, international humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working toward the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world s poorest countries. Their mission is to transform the lives of people living in extreme poverty. They work with 25 million people each year, in some of the hardest-to-reach and most fragile places. Places prone to conflict, natural disasters, climate change, and extreme hunger. About the role: The Senior Acquisition Executive will lead on the development of and successfully implement their mass participation events and challenges strategy, to recruit new supporters to the organisation, and grow our base of supporters and unrestricted fundraising income. About You: The ideal candidate will have a proven understanding of complicated procedures in events, direct / digital marketing, product management or fundraising team. You will have demonstrable analytical skills and highly numerate with experience of keeping and monitoring financial & budgeting reports. You will have experience and knowledge of mass participation event fundraising, including donor stewardship and donor recruitment through a variety of channels and audiences. You will have experience of using a fundraising database for effective analysis of direct marketing campaigns and trend giving patterns. To succeed in this role you will strong planning and project management skills and excellent organisation skills and experience of managing a varied workload. Full details on the role and person specification can be found in the attached job description. Benefits: • 25 days annual leave, pro-rated for part-time employees. • Office closure between Christmas Day and New Year s Day • Flexible hours and hybrid working • Annual leave purchase scheme • Enhanced parental leave pay • Stakeholder pension • Season ticket loan • Cycle scheme • Life assurance • Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Details of our benefits could be found on their website Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: They encourage all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status to apply to become a part of the organization. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations and is committed to promoting equality. About The office: Their Belfast office is based in a listed building in a busy area close to lots of useful local amenities. Staff are expected to come into their base office once per week or the monthly equivalent i.e. 4 times per month. Staff are also able to flex their start and finish times between the hours of 7am to 7pm daily. To apply: Please complete your application by 6th December 2024. They reserve the right to close this role before the deadline. All candidates who are short-listed for an interview will be notified via email after the application deadline Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at the time of application. Conditions of Appointment: The successful post holder will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form and an AccessNI check. You may have experience in the following: Senior Director of Acquisition, Head of Strategic Acquisitions, Lead Acquisition Officer, Senior Business Development Executive, Global Acquisition Manager, etc. REF-
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Senior Acquisition Executive - Challenges and Events (2312) Contract Type: Permanent Full time Closing Date : 6 December 2024 Salary: £39,538 - £43,931 Location: Belfast Our client is looking for a Senior Acquisition Executive Challenges and Events to join the Public Fundraising Team on a full-time permanent basis. About The Organisation They are a non-governmental, international humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working toward the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world s poorest countries. Their mission is to transform the lives of people living in extreme poverty. They work with 25 million people each year, in some of the hardest-to-reach and most fragile places. Places prone to conflict, natural disasters, climate change, and extreme hunger. About the role: The Senior Acquisition Executive will lead on the development of and successfully implement their mass participation events and challenges strategy, to recruit new supporters to the organisation, and grow our base of supporters and unrestricted fundraising income. About You: The ideal candidate will have a proven understanding of complicated procedures in events, direct / digital marketing, product management or fundraising team. You will have demonstrable analytical skills and highly numerate with experience of keeping and monitoring financial & budgeting reports. You will have experience and knowledge of mass participation event fundraising, including donor stewardship and donor recruitment through a variety of channels and audiences. You will have experience of using a fundraising database for effective analysis of direct marketing campaigns and trend giving patterns. To succeed in this role you will strong planning and project management skills and excellent organisation skills and experience of managing a varied workload. Full details on the role and person specification can be found in the attached job description. Benefits: • 25 days annual leave, pro-rated for part-time employees. • Office closure between Christmas Day and New Year s Day • Flexible hours and hybrid working • Annual leave purchase scheme • Enhanced parental leave pay • Stakeholder pension • Season ticket loan • Cycle scheme • Life assurance • Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Details of our benefits could be found on their website Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: They encourage all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status to apply to become a part of the organization. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations and is committed to promoting equality. About The office: Their Belfast office is based in a listed building in a busy area close to lots of useful local amenities. Staff are expected to come into their base office once per week or the monthly equivalent i.e. 4 times per month. Staff are also able to flex their start and finish times between the hours of 7am to 7pm daily. To apply: Please complete your application by 6th December 2024. They reserve the right to close this role before the deadline. All candidates who are short-listed for an interview will be notified via email after the application deadline Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at the time of application. Conditions of Appointment: The successful post holder will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form and an AccessNI check. You may have experience in the following: Senior Director of Acquisition, Head of Strategic Acquisitions, Lead Acquisition Officer, Senior Business Development Executive, Global Acquisition Manager, etc. REF-
Head of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Turn2us is a national charity tackling poverty and the structural causes of financial insecurity. We work with co-producers and partners to provide people in financial crisis with the means and agency to get back on their feet, build resilience, move forward with their lives and thrive. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to equity, inclusion and diversity and the value people from different backgrounds bring to a team. If, like us, you believe everyone has the right to have enough to live on, and you are ambitious about eradicating poverty, join us and build your career with a charity dedicated to ensuring dignity and equity for all. The Head of EDIB is a fantastic opportunity to head a team that focuses on how Turn2us maximises the impact for people facing financial insecurity by developing equitable and inclusive processes to help embed a culture where equity and inclusion are engrained in everything we do. The team covers responsibilities for EDIB, safeguarding and co-production. About You You will bring experience of designing and implementing EDIB initiatives which have had a demonstrable effect on both organisational culture and the social impact of the organisation's work. You will have previously worked with an extensive range of internal and external stakeholders to embed EDIB in their own areas. You will have an understanding of the barriers individuals face and an understanding of intersectionality and how that impacts experiences. You'll need strong analytical skills to be able to translate data, research, and trends into strategy and actionable plans. Application Process You will then be asked to submit personal details including diversity data. All diversity data will be treated as confidential. Those involved in the selection process will NOT have access to it. The information given by candidates will be solely used for the purpose of improving the recruitment process. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete some questions which are linked to the requirements of the role. These will be blind-reviewed, and the scoring of these will determine whether you move forward in the process. The closing date for applications is 20th November at 09:00 AM. Please let us know if you will require any special provision as a result of any disability should you be called for interview. Turn2us is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from members of all communities. It is committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity. We encourage and welcome applications from all parts of the community regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Turn2us wants to enable an environment where everyone is kept safe from harm and can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding everyone involved in our charity and the work we do. You can read our safeguarding policy here. If you join us at Turn2us, you will start on 25 days annual leave per annum (prorated for part-time workers). Each year in the month you joined, you will receive an additional day of leave up to a maximum of 30 days. On top of this, you will receive bank holidays. The charity also offers 2 volunteering days per year to allow staff to gain experiences and skills outside of work, for example, at a food bank or becoming a trustee at another charity. We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that all employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 4 days a month. Some roles may be required to be in the office more often than this and this will be agreed with the hiring manager upon starting at Turn2us. Please note that all job offers are subject to 2 - 3 satisfactory references and a disclosure satisfactory to Turn2us from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Head of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Turn2us is a national charity tackling poverty and the structural causes of financial insecurity. We work with co-producers and partners to provide people in financial crisis with the means and agency to get back on their feet, build resilience, move forward with their lives and thrive. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to equity, inclusion and diversity and the value people from different backgrounds bring to a team. If, like us, you believe everyone has the right to have enough to live on, and you are ambitious about eradicating poverty, join us and build your career with a charity dedicated to ensuring dignity and equity for all. The Head of EDIB is a fantastic opportunity to head a team that focuses on how Turn2us maximises the impact for people facing financial insecurity by developing equitable and inclusive processes to help embed a culture where equity and inclusion are engrained in everything we do. The team covers responsibilities for EDIB, safeguarding and co-production. About You You will bring experience of designing and implementing EDIB initiatives which have had a demonstrable effect on both organisational culture and the social impact of the organisation's work. You will have previously worked with an extensive range of internal and external stakeholders to embed EDIB in their own areas. You will have an understanding of the barriers individuals face and an understanding of intersectionality and how that impacts experiences. You'll need strong analytical skills to be able to translate data, research, and trends into strategy and actionable plans. Application Process You will then be asked to submit personal details including diversity data. All diversity data will be treated as confidential. Those involved in the selection process will NOT have access to it. The information given by candidates will be solely used for the purpose of improving the recruitment process. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete some questions which are linked to the requirements of the role. These will be blind-reviewed, and the scoring of these will determine whether you move forward in the process. The closing date for applications is 20th November at 09:00 AM. Please let us know if you will require any special provision as a result of any disability should you be called for interview. Turn2us is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from members of all communities. It is committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity. We encourage and welcome applications from all parts of the community regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Turn2us wants to enable an environment where everyone is kept safe from harm and can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding everyone involved in our charity and the work we do. You can read our safeguarding policy here. If you join us at Turn2us, you will start on 25 days annual leave per annum (prorated for part-time workers). Each year in the month you joined, you will receive an additional day of leave up to a maximum of 30 days. On top of this, you will receive bank holidays. The charity also offers 2 volunteering days per year to allow staff to gain experiences and skills outside of work, for example, at a food bank or becoming a trustee at another charity. We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that all employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 4 days a month. Some roles may be required to be in the office more often than this and this will be agreed with the hiring manager upon starting at Turn2us. Please note that all job offers are subject to 2 - 3 satisfactory references and a disclosure satisfactory to Turn2us from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
Crossroads Live is one of the world's leading producers of live large-scale theatrical entertainment, with offices in London, the US and Sydney. Shows general managed from the London office are currently in the West End, touring the UK and touring internationally. We have a vacancy for an experienced General Manager to join our production team in March 2025. Brief: You will be part of a small team of General Managers co-ordinating the day-to-day management of productions. You will be a main point of contact for and manage the setting-up of productions. You will ensure that information and decisions are communicated swiftly to all relevant parties, and support the Executive Producer as required. Reporting to: Executive Producer Role Responsibilities Preparation and management of production budgets, pre-production and weekly running Preparation and management of Profit and Loss accounts and recoupment schedules which may include the creation of royalty pools and other related industry standards Management of accounts prepared inhouse Work with Directors on casting as needed, and work with Casting Directors to coordinate the casting process Co-ordinate and manage the recruitment process, taking interviews and negotiating deals for all production staff including creative teams, cast, crew and stage management in accordance with budget and union agreements Maintain a record of deals done, and ensure that all contracts are issued and are accurate Providing regular updates to the Executive Producer and other members of the CXL senior management team as well as licensors and Co Producers. Work closely with the Company Manager on the management of the production personnel including resolving HR matters as they arise Work closely with the Production Manager on the preparation and management of the technical side of productions. This will include ensuring that health and safety policies and procedures are implemented and followed. The implementation of insurance for the production. Monitor developments in union agreements, ensuring that Crossroads Live fulfils its employer obligations UK and international tour booking and the negotiation of all theatre and promoter deals The preparation and management and approval/signature of all deal memos/contracts with theatres and promoters Check and approve theatre settlements Check and sign off the weekly payroll Manage the workload of the Production Assistants, Associate General Managers and Production Co-ordinators, as relevant Oversee visas, work permits and appropriate tax exemptions where necessary for foreign staff involved in UK productions and for UK staff involved in international productions. Oversee travel, transport, accommodation and per diems Organise any company or individual training as needed including anti racism training Oversee and ensure the implementation of well being services for each production Oversee and co-ordinate all aspects, within budget, of press and media nights, including the compilation of guest lists, sending of invitations, seat allocation, ticket distribution, logistics, press night parties, and company gifts Represent Crossroads Live at Marketing meetings Liaising with the press and marketing teams as required for their requirements Oversee the compilation and facilitating approvals for production programmes, merchandise including brochures. Attend running shows (including overseas), including final cover runs, on a regular basis Oversee the implantation of access performances and maintain awareness of developments in this area Be aware of, implement and adhere to office and production Health and Safety policies, and Crossroads Live's policies and procedures. Promote Equity, Diversity and Inclusion policies, training and procedures Person Specification We are looking for someone who has experience of working at this level ideally on large-scale commercial musicals Experience of touring including international touring would be considered a bonus Experience in a majority of the duties would be essential as well as an empathetic approach to the creative process and strong problem-solving skills including experience in HR processes, including leading grievances and disciplinary A natural proactive and flexible attitude, ability to effectively prioritise and respond to quickly changing priorities. Strong leadership qualities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and someone who is calm under pressure. This role would suit someone who is currently working in this role that would be interested in working for CXL and the productions looked after by them or someone who has UK experience but would like to expand and learn about international touring or This role would suit someone who has been working as an Associate General Manager for some time and feels they are ready to make the step up. Salary and Benefits £60,000 - The salary is dependent on experience, we offer a competitive compensation package Core working hours are Monday-Friday 10am-6pm; some evening, weekend and overseas attendance and work will be required in line with the needs of the productions for which TOIL may be given. This position is based in our Seven Dials General Management office Equality - We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from under-represented communities. How to Apply - Please send CV and covering email noting 'General Manager' in the subject header via the button below. You must have the right to work in the UK.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
Crossroads Live is one of the world's leading producers of live large-scale theatrical entertainment, with offices in London, the US and Sydney. Shows general managed from the London office are currently in the West End, touring the UK and touring internationally. We have a vacancy for an experienced General Manager to join our production team in March 2025. Brief: You will be part of a small team of General Managers co-ordinating the day-to-day management of productions. You will be a main point of contact for and manage the setting-up of productions. You will ensure that information and decisions are communicated swiftly to all relevant parties, and support the Executive Producer as required. Reporting to: Executive Producer Role Responsibilities Preparation and management of production budgets, pre-production and weekly running Preparation and management of Profit and Loss accounts and recoupment schedules which may include the creation of royalty pools and other related industry standards Management of accounts prepared inhouse Work with Directors on casting as needed, and work with Casting Directors to coordinate the casting process Co-ordinate and manage the recruitment process, taking interviews and negotiating deals for all production staff including creative teams, cast, crew and stage management in accordance with budget and union agreements Maintain a record of deals done, and ensure that all contracts are issued and are accurate Providing regular updates to the Executive Producer and other members of the CXL senior management team as well as licensors and Co Producers. Work closely with the Company Manager on the management of the production personnel including resolving HR matters as they arise Work closely with the Production Manager on the preparation and management of the technical side of productions. This will include ensuring that health and safety policies and procedures are implemented and followed. The implementation of insurance for the production. Monitor developments in union agreements, ensuring that Crossroads Live fulfils its employer obligations UK and international tour booking and the negotiation of all theatre and promoter deals The preparation and management and approval/signature of all deal memos/contracts with theatres and promoters Check and approve theatre settlements Check and sign off the weekly payroll Manage the workload of the Production Assistants, Associate General Managers and Production Co-ordinators, as relevant Oversee visas, work permits and appropriate tax exemptions where necessary for foreign staff involved in UK productions and for UK staff involved in international productions. Oversee travel, transport, accommodation and per diems Organise any company or individual training as needed including anti racism training Oversee and ensure the implementation of well being services for each production Oversee and co-ordinate all aspects, within budget, of press and media nights, including the compilation of guest lists, sending of invitations, seat allocation, ticket distribution, logistics, press night parties, and company gifts Represent Crossroads Live at Marketing meetings Liaising with the press and marketing teams as required for their requirements Oversee the compilation and facilitating approvals for production programmes, merchandise including brochures. Attend running shows (including overseas), including final cover runs, on a regular basis Oversee the implantation of access performances and maintain awareness of developments in this area Be aware of, implement and adhere to office and production Health and Safety policies, and Crossroads Live's policies and procedures. Promote Equity, Diversity and Inclusion policies, training and procedures Person Specification We are looking for someone who has experience of working at this level ideally on large-scale commercial musicals Experience of touring including international touring would be considered a bonus Experience in a majority of the duties would be essential as well as an empathetic approach to the creative process and strong problem-solving skills including experience in HR processes, including leading grievances and disciplinary A natural proactive and flexible attitude, ability to effectively prioritise and respond to quickly changing priorities. Strong leadership qualities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and someone who is calm under pressure. This role would suit someone who is currently working in this role that would be interested in working for CXL and the productions looked after by them or someone who has UK experience but would like to expand and learn about international touring or This role would suit someone who has been working as an Associate General Manager for some time and feels they are ready to make the step up. Salary and Benefits £60,000 - The salary is dependent on experience, we offer a competitive compensation package Core working hours are Monday-Friday 10am-6pm; some evening, weekend and overseas attendance and work will be required in line with the needs of the productions for which TOIL may be given. This position is based in our Seven Dials General Management office Equality - We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from under-represented communities. How to Apply - Please send CV and covering email noting 'General Manager' in the subject header via the button below. You must have the right to work in the UK.
The UCL Institute for Global Health (IGH) is at the heart of UCL's Grand Challenge of Global Health. The Institute's vision is for a world where international policy on global health is informed by world-class research. IGH aims to support the development of robust solutions to aspects of the world's major global health challenges through scholarly outputs, education, public engagement, translational research, and ultimately by influencing public policy and professional practice. We are seeking a Head of Operations to help lead the Lancet Countdown: Tracking Progress on Health and Climate Change through the delivery of its strategic objectives across its global and six regional centres. The Lancet Countdown: Tracking Progress on Health and Climate Change is an independent, international research collaboration that works to track the evolving links between health and climate change globally, regionally, and nationally, in partnership with The Lancet and the World Health Organization. Its aim is to inform a robust response to climate change that protects and promotes human health. About the role The Head of Operations will help lead the Lancet Countdown: Tracking Progress on Health and Climate Change through the delivery of its strategic objectives across its global and six regional centres. They will join the Executive of the Lancet Countdown, an independent and multi-disciplinary collaboration based out of IGH, and work in close collaboration with the executive leadership of the collaboration's international centres. The postholder will work with the Executive Director to deliver the operational programme of work, refine the programme's strategy, and support the management of key staff members. They will also support the collaboration's high-level governance bodies, including its board, chaired by the Rt Hon Helen Clark. This post will be key to the success of the next phase of Lancet Countdown and will provide the successful candidate with opportunities to develop their career. This is a full-time role (i.e. 36.5 hours per week) and it is available immediately until April 2029 in the first instance. Salary range: £66,711 to £72,370 per annum (including London Allowance), depending on experience. About you It is essential that the successful candidate has a Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, public health, or a related field. Proven experience in a senior operational role, preferably within an international organisation; experience in strategic planning and implementation of complex programmes of work and significant experience of project managing major projects, preferably operating across more than one organisation are also essential criteria for this role. The successful candidate must have strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, mentor, and support high-performing teams and excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects and tasks simultaneously. The successful candidate must also have strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to support long-term planning and implementation. The role requires that the post holder is willing to travel around three times per year and to participate in meetings outside of normal working hours. What we offer As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits, some of which are below: 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 6 closure days) Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan Relocation scheme for certain posts Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance Visit here to find out more. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women. Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
The UCL Institute for Global Health (IGH) is at the heart of UCL's Grand Challenge of Global Health. The Institute's vision is for a world where international policy on global health is informed by world-class research. IGH aims to support the development of robust solutions to aspects of the world's major global health challenges through scholarly outputs, education, public engagement, translational research, and ultimately by influencing public policy and professional practice. We are seeking a Head of Operations to help lead the Lancet Countdown: Tracking Progress on Health and Climate Change through the delivery of its strategic objectives across its global and six regional centres. The Lancet Countdown: Tracking Progress on Health and Climate Change is an independent, international research collaboration that works to track the evolving links between health and climate change globally, regionally, and nationally, in partnership with The Lancet and the World Health Organization. Its aim is to inform a robust response to climate change that protects and promotes human health. About the role The Head of Operations will help lead the Lancet Countdown: Tracking Progress on Health and Climate Change through the delivery of its strategic objectives across its global and six regional centres. They will join the Executive of the Lancet Countdown, an independent and multi-disciplinary collaboration based out of IGH, and work in close collaboration with the executive leadership of the collaboration's international centres. The postholder will work with the Executive Director to deliver the operational programme of work, refine the programme's strategy, and support the management of key staff members. They will also support the collaboration's high-level governance bodies, including its board, chaired by the Rt Hon Helen Clark. This post will be key to the success of the next phase of Lancet Countdown and will provide the successful candidate with opportunities to develop their career. This is a full-time role (i.e. 36.5 hours per week) and it is available immediately until April 2029 in the first instance. Salary range: £66,711 to £72,370 per annum (including London Allowance), depending on experience. About you It is essential that the successful candidate has a Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, public health, or a related field. Proven experience in a senior operational role, preferably within an international organisation; experience in strategic planning and implementation of complex programmes of work and significant experience of project managing major projects, preferably operating across more than one organisation are also essential criteria for this role. The successful candidate must have strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, mentor, and support high-performing teams and excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects and tasks simultaneously. The successful candidate must also have strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to support long-term planning and implementation. The role requires that the post holder is willing to travel around three times per year and to participate in meetings outside of normal working hours. What we offer As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits, some of which are below: 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 6 closure days) Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan Relocation scheme for certain posts Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance Visit here to find out more. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women. Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.
