Preconstruction ManagerScotland (Hybrid) Permanent & Full Time Salary (DOE) + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary :Freedom is currently seeking a Preconstruction Manager (electrical) to lead a team of design engineers on large, multidisciplinary projects. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful transition from preconstruction to construction, supporting the seamless handover of engineering solutions to the construction phase. As the Electrical preconstruction manager, you will apply construction and site experience from electrical projects to the design process, leading the constructability review phase of electrical designs. The successful candidate will work closely with the design and construction teams, ensuring that designs are practical, cost-effective, and compliant. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills to drive project efficiency and delivery. This role may involve managing multiple projects simultaneously and will require occasional travel to offices and sites. Key Deliverables: The Preconstruction Manager will focus on Design & Build projects, with responsibilities across three key phases: Tender Phase: Evaluate client and project requirements from tender documentation. Assist the sales and business development teams with risk and opportunity assessments. Provide cost estimations and contribute to initial project scheduling. Address design-related queries during the tender process. Post-Contract Award: Lead constructability reviews, ensuring designs are practical for construction. Provide construction-level input into the project schedule and quality plan. Assist in managing the project risk register and health & safety file. Support the transition from design to construction. Construction Phase: Provide site support, troubleshooting construction issues as they arise. Offer technical guidance to ensure design feasibility throughout the project. Conduct lessons learned reviews to enhance future project execution. What We're Looking For Freedom is looking for individuals with a strong technical background in ideally electrical or civil engineering and construction, along with commercial awareness and leadership capability. We actively encourage chartership in engineering, and senior professionals are expected to be chartered or working towards it. Essential: Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of construction managers, supervisors, and site engineers. Strong knowledge of construction management, OH&S, and SHEQ. HND in Engineering or Construction (or equivalent qualification). Health & Safety qualification (SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH). Desirable: Knowledge of UK T&D regulations and client standards. Familiarity with safe systems of work and engineering best practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software. CSCS card. Strong leadership and communication skills. If you are an experienced Pre Construction Manager looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Industry competitive Base Salary Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Preconstruction ManagerScotland (Hybrid) Permanent & Full Time Salary (DOE) + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary :Freedom is currently seeking a Preconstruction Manager (electrical) to lead a team of design engineers on large, multidisciplinary projects. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful transition from preconstruction to construction, supporting the seamless handover of engineering solutions to the construction phase. As the Electrical preconstruction manager, you will apply construction and site experience from electrical projects to the design process, leading the constructability review phase of electrical designs. The successful candidate will work closely with the design and construction teams, ensuring that designs are practical, cost-effective, and compliant. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills to drive project efficiency and delivery. This role may involve managing multiple projects simultaneously and will require occasional travel to offices and sites. Key Deliverables: The Preconstruction Manager will focus on Design & Build projects, with responsibilities across three key phases: Tender Phase: Evaluate client and project requirements from tender documentation. Assist the sales and business development teams with risk and opportunity assessments. Provide cost estimations and contribute to initial project scheduling. Address design-related queries during the tender process. Post-Contract Award: Lead constructability reviews, ensuring designs are practical for construction. Provide construction-level input into the project schedule and quality plan. Assist in managing the project risk register and health & safety file. Support the transition from design to construction. Construction Phase: Provide site support, troubleshooting construction issues as they arise. Offer technical guidance to ensure design feasibility throughout the project. Conduct lessons learned reviews to enhance future project execution. What We're Looking For Freedom is looking for individuals with a strong technical background in ideally electrical or civil engineering and construction, along with commercial awareness and leadership capability. We actively encourage chartership in engineering, and senior professionals are expected to be chartered or working towards it. Essential: Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of construction managers, supervisors, and site engineers. Strong knowledge of construction management, OH&S, and SHEQ. HND in Engineering or Construction (or equivalent qualification). Health & Safety qualification (SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH). Desirable: Knowledge of UK T&D regulations and client standards. Familiarity with safe systems of work and engineering best practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software. CSCS card. Strong leadership and communication skills. If you are an experienced Pre Construction Manager looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Industry competitive Base Salary Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Are you an experienced and proactive Head of People looking for an exciting part-time (3-days per week) opportunity to shape and lead the people function within a growing, mission driven organisation? I am delighted to be partnering with Thrive at Five to recruit a values driven part-time Head of People at a pivotal moment in their journey. This national organisation has plans to grow their employees from 38 to around 60 staff across their central and place-based programmes over the next 12-months, and this is a unique opportunity to cement the foundations and develop the people function to provide stability during this period of change. Located in central London close to Victoria Station, you will be required to attend the office 1-day per week (Monday) with travel to programme areas as needed Thrive at Five is committed to a vision where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. Working in communities facing the greatest challenges, the organisation supports parents and carers while bringing together partners across sectors to create a more joined up early years system. Founded in 2018, it works collaboratively to improve outcomes for babies and young children, giving them the best start in life. This is a strategic and operational leadership role paying a pro rata salary of circa £39,000 (from £65,000 FTE depending on experience). Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and reporting into the Director of Design and Planning, you will lead a small team, providing expert guidance across all aspects of HR, while driving forward a proactive, inclusive and high performing culture. Some of the key responsibilities of this Head of People role include: Leading the development, review and implementation of People policies and processes, ensuring compliance with employment legislation including upcoming regulatory changes. Acting as a trusted adviser to senior leaders on employee relations matters, overseeing complex cases and ensuring best practice is embedded across the organisation. Overseeing end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and organisational design, ensuring the organisation attracts and retains high-quality talent. Leading and developing the People team, providing day-to-day management, support and direction. Developing and delivering a learning and development strategy, with a particular focus on building line management capability. Driving the delivery of the People strategy and contributing to future strategic planning as the organisation continues to grow. The ideal candidate will be a CIPD Level 5 qualified HR professional with significant generalist experience, comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels. You will bring strong knowledge of UK employment law, proven experience managing complex employee relations matters including mediation, and a track record of leading and developing teams. You will be a confident and credible communicator, able to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and support managers to effectively lead their teams. Highly organised and adaptable, you will flourish in a fast-paced, evolving environment and bring a proactive, solutions focused approach to your work. Experience of working in the charity sector would be advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation with a clear social purpose. If you are a passionate HR leader looking for a part-time role where you can make a meaningful and lasting impact, I would love to hear from you.
Mar 26, 2026
Contractor
Are you an experienced and proactive Head of People looking for an exciting part-time (3-days per week) opportunity to shape and lead the people function within a growing, mission driven organisation? I am delighted to be partnering with Thrive at Five to recruit a values driven part-time Head of People at a pivotal moment in their journey. This national organisation has plans to grow their employees from 38 to around 60 staff across their central and place-based programmes over the next 12-months, and this is a unique opportunity to cement the foundations and develop the people function to provide stability during this period of change. Located in central London close to Victoria Station, you will be required to attend the office 1-day per week (Monday) with travel to programme areas as needed Thrive at Five is committed to a vision where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. Working in communities facing the greatest challenges, the organisation supports parents and carers while bringing together partners across sectors to create a more joined up early years system. Founded in 2018, it works collaboratively to improve outcomes for babies and young children, giving them the best start in life. This is a strategic and operational leadership role paying a pro rata salary of circa £39,000 (from £65,000 FTE depending on experience). Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and reporting into the Director of Design and Planning, you will lead a small team, providing expert guidance across all aspects of HR, while driving forward a proactive, inclusive and high performing culture. Some of the key responsibilities of this Head of People role include: Leading the development, review and implementation of People policies and processes, ensuring compliance with employment legislation including upcoming regulatory changes. Acting as a trusted adviser to senior leaders on employee relations matters, overseeing complex cases and ensuring best practice is embedded across the organisation. Overseeing end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and organisational design, ensuring the organisation attracts and retains high-quality talent. Leading and developing the People team, providing day-to-day management, support and direction. Developing and delivering a learning and development strategy, with a particular focus on building line management capability. Driving the delivery of the People strategy and contributing to future strategic planning as the organisation continues to grow. The ideal candidate will be a CIPD Level 5 qualified HR professional with significant generalist experience, comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels. You will bring strong knowledge of UK employment law, proven experience managing complex employee relations matters including mediation, and a track record of leading and developing teams. You will be a confident and credible communicator, able to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and support managers to effectively lead their teams. Highly organised and adaptable, you will flourish in a fast-paced, evolving environment and bring a proactive, solutions focused approach to your work. Experience of working in the charity sector would be advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation with a clear social purpose. If you are a passionate HR leader looking for a part-time role where you can make a meaningful and lasting impact, I would love to hear from you.
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join the Philanthropy and Partnerships Directorate on a one-year fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover for our Philanthropy Manager. As Philanthropy Manager you will manage a portfolio of existing major donors and lead on building relationships with new potential supporters to secure 5 and 6 figure donations. The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to save the lives of people with cancer, everywhere. We ensure our nurses, doctors and research teams can provide the very best care and develop life-saving treatments, which are used across the UK and around the world. From funding state-of-the-art equipment and ground-breaking research, to creating the very best patient environments, we will never stop looking for ways to improve the lives of people affected by cancer. We are a very ambitious organisation which has gone through transformational growth over the past five years. Alongside funding an existing programme of world-leading research, treatment and care, the Charity completed its largest capital appeal to date, successfully raising £70 million to build the Oak Cancer Centre at the hospital s Sutton site, which opened in summer 2023. With one in two of us expected to develop some form of cancer, it is essential that we go even further in our fundraising efforts to support the essential work of The Royal Marsden. Therefore, we are delivering our most ambitious strategy yet, that will see us raising at least £215m over the 5-year period. The Charity is committed its biggest fundraising appeal to date, for a new major development project in Chelsea. There is also an extensive portfolio of engaging projects outside of the capital appeals that help to support all aspects of the hospital s work to improve the lives of cancer patients. The Philanthropy and Partnerships Directorate Working for us offers you a challenging and rewarding career, as well as the chance to really improve the lives of those living with cancer. The Philanthropy and Partnerships Directorate, a high performing function that is responsible for all areas of high value fundraising including major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners and special events/high value committee supporters. We work with the Charity s most generous supporters, who make a significant difference to the work of The Royal Marsden. Philanthropy plays a vital role in the success of funding the hospital s most urgent priorities and projects. Job purpose As Philanthropy Manager you will manage a portfolio of existing major donors and lead on building relationships with new potential supporters to secure 5 and 6 figure donations. You will support the Head of Philanthropy and Special Events, other members of the RMCC leadership team, to explore their networks, facilitate introductions and secure gifts. You will be a proactive individual with a proven ability and passion for relationship management and donor acquisition driving the delivery of our donor-centric strategy for philanthropy. This is an opportune time to join The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity as we embark on our most ambitious Appeal to date. We are a high performing team, and this role presents an exciting opportunity to play a vital part in helping us to realise our ambition whilst developing your career within an ambitious organisation. Working relationships You will work closely with our Senior Philanthropy Managers, and regularly liaise with the Head of Philanthropy and Special Events, and Associate Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships and their Deputy. You will also work directly with teams at the hospital, as well as colleagues across P&P and Public Fundraising.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join the Philanthropy and Partnerships Directorate on a one-year fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover for our Philanthropy Manager. As Philanthropy Manager you will manage a portfolio of existing major donors and lead on building relationships with new potential supporters to secure 5 and 6 figure donations. The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to save the lives of people with cancer, everywhere. We ensure our nurses, doctors and research teams can provide the very best care and develop life-saving treatments, which are used across the UK and around the world. From funding state-of-the-art equipment and ground-breaking research, to creating the very best patient environments, we will never stop looking for ways to improve the lives of people affected by cancer. We are a very ambitious organisation which has gone through transformational growth over the past five years. Alongside funding an existing programme of world-leading research, treatment and care, the Charity completed its largest capital appeal to date, successfully raising £70 million to build the Oak Cancer Centre at the hospital s Sutton site, which opened in summer 2023. With one in two of us expected to develop some form of cancer, it is essential that we go even further in our fundraising efforts to support the essential work of The Royal Marsden. Therefore, we are delivering our most ambitious strategy yet, that will see us raising at least £215m over the 5-year period. The Charity is committed its biggest fundraising appeal to date, for a new major development project in Chelsea. There is also an extensive portfolio of engaging projects outside of the capital appeals that help to support all aspects of the hospital s work to improve the lives of cancer patients. The Philanthropy and Partnerships Directorate Working for us offers you a challenging and rewarding career, as well as the chance to really improve the lives of those living with cancer. The Philanthropy and Partnerships Directorate, a high performing function that is responsible for all areas of high value fundraising including major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners and special events/high value committee supporters. We work with the Charity s most generous supporters, who make a significant difference to the work of The Royal Marsden. Philanthropy plays a vital role in the success of funding the hospital s most urgent priorities and projects. Job purpose As Philanthropy Manager you will manage a portfolio of existing major donors and lead on building relationships with new potential supporters to secure 5 and 6 figure donations. You will support the Head of Philanthropy and Special Events, other members of the RMCC leadership team, to explore their networks, facilitate introductions and secure gifts. You will be a proactive individual with a proven ability and passion for relationship management and donor acquisition driving the delivery of our donor-centric strategy for philanthropy. This is an opportune time to join The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity as we embark on our most ambitious Appeal to date. We are a high performing team, and this role presents an exciting opportunity to play a vital part in helping us to realise our ambition whilst developing your career within an ambitious organisation. Working relationships You will work closely with our Senior Philanthropy Managers, and regularly liaise with the Head of Philanthropy and Special Events, and Associate Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships and their Deputy. You will also work directly with teams at the hospital, as well as colleagues across P&P and Public Fundraising.
Project Engineer - Electrical Building Services Boldon Permanent Role Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary We have an exciting new opportunity for an electrically biased Project Engineer to join our NE team on a multi million pound metro station refurbishment project in Newcastle. In this role you will play a key part in delivery of this project, being responsible for ensuring that all activities within your area of control are engineered to specification, and delivered safely, profitably and to customer satisfaction. This is a permanent staff position with NG Bailey. What we're looking for : Ensuring that our safety first and foremost message is visible and alive through all activities on the project Participate in pre-commencement activities to maximise opportunities, efficiency and profitability Review the project scope of works to ensure precise provision of the customer's requirements Contribute to the identification of project risks and opportunities, and take responsibility to mitigate or enhance those in your control Ensure engineering solutions are procured and delivered to financial and commercial objectives. Provide accurate and timely information on site progress Manage any sub-contract resource if applicable. Provide leadership to project team members within your area of control, maximising performance and ensuring objectives are met. Build and maintain positive customer relationships Ensure project is closed out in accordance with customer requirements, maximising project profitability Requirements: To be successful in this role you will have demonstrable electrical building services experience in a construction environment, and previous experience in a similar role. Industry recognised trade or electrical professional qualification Apprenticeship in electrical discipline Experience of working on high value projects (desirable) Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Project Engineer - Electrical Building Services Boldon Permanent Role Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary We have an exciting new opportunity for an electrically biased Project Engineer to join our NE team on a multi million pound metro station refurbishment project in Newcastle. In this role you will play a key part in delivery of this project, being responsible for ensuring that all activities within your area of control are engineered to specification, and delivered safely, profitably and to customer satisfaction. This is a permanent staff position with NG Bailey. What we're looking for : Ensuring that our safety first and foremost message is visible and alive through all activities on the project Participate in pre-commencement activities to maximise opportunities, efficiency and profitability Review the project scope of works to ensure precise provision of the customer's requirements Contribute to the identification of project risks and opportunities, and take responsibility to mitigate or enhance those in your control Ensure engineering solutions are procured and delivered to financial and commercial objectives. Provide accurate and timely information on site progress Manage any sub-contract resource if applicable. Provide leadership to project team members within your area of control, maximising performance and ensuring objectives are met. Build and maintain positive customer relationships Ensure project is closed out in accordance with customer requirements, maximising project profitability Requirements: To be successful in this role you will have demonstrable electrical building services experience in a construction environment, and previous experience in a similar role. Industry recognised trade or electrical professional qualification Apprenticeship in electrical discipline Experience of working on high value projects (desirable) Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
We are delighted to be representing a high growth Manufacturing business, based in Peterborough in their search for a Senior Finance Manager. We are seeking a qualified commercially and operationally focussed accountant to take ownership of the internal reporting, FP&A and operational finance functions. The position will play a central role across management reporting, commercial business partnering, and operational finance, supporting strategic decision-making and financial performance across the business. The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise, taking ownership of the month-end close and balance sheet with the commercial insight required to partner effectively with the Executive Leadership Team, CFO and CEO. They will also bring the leadership capability to develop the finance team and drive accountability. This is a high-visibility, influential position within a fast-paced, AIM-listed FMCG business.The business is a fast-moving, team-first business where the best idea wins regardless of where it comes from. Hierarchy doesn't slow them down - collaboration does the heavy lifting. People here take full ownership of their work, from the spark of an idea all the way through to results on shelf and numbers on a page. There's no passing the baton and walking away; you see it through, you learn from it, and you make it better next time. They move quickly and adapt. If a problem needs solving, they solve it we don't wait for the perfect conditions or the perfect brief. That agility isn't just a working style, it's genuinely how we're structured: flexible in how and where we work, lean enough to make decisions fast, and trusting enough to give talented people real responsibility from day one. This is a place where curious, driven, solutions-focused people do some of their best work because they're given the space, the autonomy, and the team around them to make it happen. If you're energised by pace, motivated by ownership, and want to feel the direct impact of your work on a brand you're proud of, you'll fit right in.Strategic Financial Management and Reporting: Full ownership of the month-end close process, including management accounts, journals, overhead analysis, P&L and balance sheet preparation, and variance analysis Responsibility for group consolidation and delivery of timely, accurate management reporting to the CFO and Executive Leadership Team Drive automation and system improvement across the finance function, including ERP optimisation Ensure all statutory and regulatory compliance obligations are met, working alongside the Financial Reporting Manager Lead the annual budget process and rolling reforecast cycle, partnering with budget holders to challenge assumptions and drive rigour Deliver regular financial forecasts, updating assumptions to reflect trading performance and market conditions Provide meaningful variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year, translating numbers into clear business narrative Lead financial appraisal of capital investment proposals, including ROI analysis and post-investment review Commercial and Operational Business Partnering: - Act as the senior finance presence within Manufacturing Operations, driving financial accountability and performance improvement Own standard costing, PPV and labour variance analysis - providing robust insight to support margin management and pricing decisions Partner with the CEO and ELT to provide financial analysis that supports strategic decision-making Conduct financial appraisals of ad hoc commercial initiatives, new product development, and cost-saving programmes Direct line management of the management accounts team (currently three headcount: Management Accountant, Junior Management Accountant, Overheads Controller), coaching, stretching and retaining finance talent Represent finance credibly at senior level, including in board and investor-facing contexts where require To Apply for this role you will need to be Fully qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA - is non-negotiable - Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, with at least 3 years in a Financial Controller or equivalent roleProven track record in a product-led, manufacturing or FMCG business is strongly preferred; exposure to standard costing and manufacturing variances is a significant advantageDemonstrable experience owning an end-to-end finance function Deep technical accounting capability across financial reporting, balance sheet management and internal controlsAdvanced Excel and strong ERP proficiency (experience with manufacturing-oriented systems preferred)Ability to build, interrogate and present financial models clearly and confidently A natural business partner - able to engage and influence non-finance stakeholders, including the CEO and operational directors Strong leadership presence: able to hold a team accountable while investing genuinely in their development Commercially curious, with the instinct to connect financial data to operational reality Clear communicator who can translate complexity into insight for senior and board-level audiences Comfortable operating with pace and managing competing priorities in a lean, entrepreneurial environment
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
We are delighted to be representing a high growth Manufacturing business, based in Peterborough in their search for a Senior Finance Manager. We are seeking a qualified commercially and operationally focussed accountant to take ownership of the internal reporting, FP&A and operational finance functions. The position will play a central role across management reporting, commercial business partnering, and operational finance, supporting strategic decision-making and financial performance across the business. The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise, taking ownership of the month-end close and balance sheet with the commercial insight required to partner effectively with the Executive Leadership Team, CFO and CEO. They will also bring the leadership capability to develop the finance team and drive accountability. This is a high-visibility, influential position within a fast-paced, AIM-listed FMCG business.The business is a fast-moving, team-first business where the best idea wins regardless of where it comes from. Hierarchy doesn't slow them down - collaboration does the heavy lifting. People here take full ownership of their work, from the spark of an idea all the way through to results on shelf and numbers on a page. There's no passing the baton and walking away; you see it through, you learn from it, and you make it better next time. They move quickly and adapt. If a problem needs solving, they solve it we don't wait for the perfect conditions or the perfect brief. That agility isn't just a working style, it's genuinely how we're structured: flexible in how and where we work, lean enough to make decisions fast, and trusting enough to give talented people real responsibility from day one. This is a place where curious, driven, solutions-focused people do some of their best work because they're given the space, the autonomy, and the team around them to make it happen. If you're energised by pace, motivated by ownership, and want to feel the direct impact of your work on a brand you're proud of, you'll fit right in.Strategic Financial Management and Reporting: Full ownership of the month-end close process, including management accounts, journals, overhead analysis, P&L and balance sheet preparation, and variance analysis Responsibility for group consolidation and delivery of timely, accurate management reporting to the CFO and Executive Leadership Team Drive automation and system improvement across the finance function, including ERP optimisation Ensure all statutory and regulatory compliance obligations are met, working alongside the Financial Reporting Manager Lead the annual budget process and rolling reforecast cycle, partnering with budget holders to challenge assumptions and drive rigour Deliver regular financial forecasts, updating assumptions to reflect trading performance and market conditions Provide meaningful variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year, translating numbers into clear business narrative Lead financial appraisal of capital investment proposals, including ROI analysis and post-investment review Commercial and Operational Business Partnering: - Act as the senior finance presence within Manufacturing Operations, driving financial accountability and performance improvement Own standard costing, PPV and labour variance analysis - providing robust insight to support margin management and pricing decisions Partner with the CEO and ELT to provide financial analysis that supports strategic decision-making Conduct financial appraisals of ad hoc commercial initiatives, new product development, and cost-saving programmes Direct line management of the management accounts team (currently three headcount: Management Accountant, Junior Management Accountant, Overheads Controller), coaching, stretching and retaining finance talent Represent finance credibly at senior level, including in board and investor-facing contexts where require To Apply for this role you will need to be Fully qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA - is non-negotiable - Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, with at least 3 years in a Financial Controller or equivalent roleProven track record in a product-led, manufacturing or FMCG business is strongly preferred; exposure to standard costing and manufacturing variances is a significant advantageDemonstrable experience owning an end-to-end finance function Deep technical accounting capability across financial reporting, balance sheet management and internal controlsAdvanced Excel and strong ERP proficiency (experience with manufacturing-oriented systems preferred)Ability to build, interrogate and present financial models clearly and confidently A natural business partner - able to engage and influence non-finance stakeholders, including the CEO and operational directors Strong leadership presence: able to hold a team accountable while investing genuinely in their development Commercially curious, with the instinct to connect financial data to operational reality Clear communicator who can translate complexity into insight for senior and board-level audiences Comfortable operating with pace and managing competing priorities in a lean, entrepreneurial environment
Trustee and Chair of Trustees Help shape the future of environmental philanthropy and strengthen funding for climate, nature and people. Location: Remote, UK wide Remuneration: Voluntary, unremunerated. Reasonable expenses covered Term: Three years, renewable once Time commitment: Approx. 8 days per year for Trustees, approx. 12 days per year for Chair Closing date: Monday 30 March, 17:59 Interviews: From Wednesday 22 April About the opportunity An established and respected network within the environmental funding community is seeking a new Chair of Trustees and two additional Trustees to join its board. This organisation works to create an effective, flourishing ecosystem of environmental philanthropy that is supporting people and the planet to thrive together. With a growing membership of funders, advisors and fundraisers, it plays a vital role in convening, connecting and strengthening the sector. As a Trustee, you will provide strategic oversight and guidance across finance, programmes, communications and relationships. As Chair, you will lead the board, act as a line manager to the Executive Director and ensure strong governance and effective decision making. You will bring sound judgement, a willingness to offer constructive challenge and a commitment to high standards of governance. Above all, you will share a belief in the importance of environmental action and effective philanthropy. About the Trustee role Trustees are responsible for ensuring: Clear strategic direction and delivery of charitable objectives Effective stewardship of resources Robust governance and regulatory compliance Thoughtful risk management Insight into the wider global context affecting environmental funding We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas: Environmental funding, including international funding Financial and operational management Strategic communications and influencing Network coordination and development Philanthropy advisory or working with family offices Fundraising and membership models About the Chair role In addition to the above, the Chair will: Lead quarterly board meetings Support and line manage the Executive Director Ensure the board has the right balance of skills and perspectives Act as an ambassador and external figurehead We are looking for prior leadership or chairing experience, strong strategic capability, an understanding of charity governance and experience engaging with funders. Commitment Board meetings are held online quarterly, with additional sub-committee meetings and preparation time. There is one in person team and trustee away day each year. The Chair role includes monthly meetings with the Executive Director and additional preparation responsibilities. These are voluntary roles. Expenses are provided. Inclusion Diversity of background, perspective and experience strengthens governance and impact. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals from marginalised communities and those most affected by climate change and nature loss. If you would like to play a meaningful role in strengthening environmental philanthropy at a critical time, we would welcome your application. You may also have experience in areas such as; Non Executive Director, Board Member, Committee Member, Advisory Board Member, Charity Trustee, Foundation Trustee, Trust Director, Philanthropy Advisor, Grant Maker, Environmental Programme Lead, Director of Fundraising, Head of Partnerships, Chief Executive, or Senior Strategic Leader. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Trustee and Chair of Trustees Help shape the future of environmental philanthropy and strengthen funding for climate, nature and people. Location: Remote, UK wide Remuneration: Voluntary, unremunerated. Reasonable expenses covered Term: Three years, renewable once Time commitment: Approx. 8 days per year for Trustees, approx. 12 days per year for Chair Closing date: Monday 30 March, 17:59 Interviews: From Wednesday 22 April About the opportunity An established and respected network within the environmental funding community is seeking a new Chair of Trustees and two additional Trustees to join its board. This organisation works to create an effective, flourishing ecosystem of environmental philanthropy that is supporting people and the planet to thrive together. With a growing membership of funders, advisors and fundraisers, it plays a vital role in convening, connecting and strengthening the sector. As a Trustee, you will provide strategic oversight and guidance across finance, programmes, communications and relationships. As Chair, you will lead the board, act as a line manager to the Executive Director and ensure strong governance and effective decision making. You will bring sound judgement, a willingness to offer constructive challenge and a commitment to high standards of governance. Above all, you will share a belief in the importance of environmental action and effective philanthropy. About the Trustee role Trustees are responsible for ensuring: Clear strategic direction and delivery of charitable objectives Effective stewardship of resources Robust governance and regulatory compliance Thoughtful risk management Insight into the wider global context affecting environmental funding We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas: Environmental funding, including international funding Financial and operational management Strategic communications and influencing Network coordination and development Philanthropy advisory or working with family offices Fundraising and membership models About the Chair role In addition to the above, the Chair will: Lead quarterly board meetings Support and line manage the Executive Director Ensure the board has the right balance of skills and perspectives Act as an ambassador and external figurehead We are looking for prior leadership or chairing experience, strong strategic capability, an understanding of charity governance and experience engaging with funders. Commitment Board meetings are held online quarterly, with additional sub-committee meetings and preparation time. There is one in person team and trustee away day each year. The Chair role includes monthly meetings with the Executive Director and additional preparation responsibilities. These are voluntary roles. Expenses are provided. Inclusion Diversity of background, perspective and experience strengthens governance and impact. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals from marginalised communities and those most affected by climate change and nature loss. If you would like to play a meaningful role in strengthening environmental philanthropy at a critical time, we would welcome your application. You may also have experience in areas such as; Non Executive Director, Board Member, Committee Member, Advisory Board Member, Charity Trustee, Foundation Trustee, Trust Director, Philanthropy Advisor, Grant Maker, Environmental Programme Lead, Director of Fundraising, Head of Partnerships, Chief Executive, or Senior Strategic Leader. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Full Time / 37 Hours Per Week / Permanent Part Time / 22.5 Hours Per Week / Permanent Join our Housing service team delivering a broad range of services to residents, tenants, and leaseholders. As the city's largest provider of social housing, with a portfolio of over 19,000 homes, we are committed to providing decent, good quality housing and support services. As well as supporting our tenants to pay over £100m in rent and service charges the Division deliver a multimillion-pound investment programme to our Council homes to ensure they remain in excellent condition alongside a large DLO repairs & maintenance service. Our tenancy management teams work hard to effectively manage the 19,000 tenancies and ensure that the Housing estates these are in remain a desirable place to live. We are also responsible for providing Homelessness & Hostels services to help those facing the prospect of Homelessness and meet the Council's statutory responsibilities and legal role. Housing Service are constantly striving to improve the services we deliver, and you'll play a crucial part in developing and delivering on business change, whilst continuing to ensure tenants receive high quality services. As an inspirational and dedicated leader, you'll continue to develop and sustain crucial partnership working to achieve the Divisions goals both with internal and external stakeholders. As a Head of Service in Housing, you'll be responsible for one of the core operational areas of service, working collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations to ensure the housing needs of the people are met, through effective strategic management. This can involve managing major projects, monitor programmes, policies, and strategies as well as keeping up to date with best practice, new legislation, and funding opportunities. Completing performance and budget monitoring reports for the City Mayor and his team, you'll ensure actions, outcomes, and milestones in the Housing delivery plan are effectively met. Engaging, persuasive, and a strong communicator, you'll be able to work with people at all levels. You'll be confident to challenge and improve the Council's strategies, policies, and plans for your services. Having previous managerial experience, you'll have successfully led projects and programmes whilst effectively managing budgets. You'll have strong negotiation and presentation skills with a creative pro-active positive approach to problem solving. You can look forward to joining a high quality and motivated Senior Management team and a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. We'll also give you the chance to develop your skills and expertise with a variety of training and development opportunities. Although this is an advert for a generic Housing Head of Service, the full time post will be required initially to work within the Housing Technical areas of Asset Management & Investment or Repairs & Maintenance. The part time post will initially work within a non technical Housing area such as Homelessness or Tenancy Management. Please make clear when you apply which of the posts you are interested in. An applicant can be considered for both posts. For a chat about this role or for any queries please email Chris Burgin via email (between dates 16th February - 20th February) and Simon Nicholls via email at (from 20th February - 27th February). Assessments/Interviews will take place on Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th May 2026.
Mar 26, 2026
Full time
Full Time / 37 Hours Per Week / Permanent Part Time / 22.5 Hours Per Week / Permanent Join our Housing service team delivering a broad range of services to residents, tenants, and leaseholders. As the city's largest provider of social housing, with a portfolio of over 19,000 homes, we are committed to providing decent, good quality housing and support services. As well as supporting our tenants to pay over £100m in rent and service charges the Division deliver a multimillion-pound investment programme to our Council homes to ensure they remain in excellent condition alongside a large DLO repairs & maintenance service. Our tenancy management teams work hard to effectively manage the 19,000 tenancies and ensure that the Housing estates these are in remain a desirable place to live. We are also responsible for providing Homelessness & Hostels services to help those facing the prospect of Homelessness and meet the Council's statutory responsibilities and legal role. Housing Service are constantly striving to improve the services we deliver, and you'll play a crucial part in developing and delivering on business change, whilst continuing to ensure tenants receive high quality services. As an inspirational and dedicated leader, you'll continue to develop and sustain crucial partnership working to achieve the Divisions goals both with internal and external stakeholders. As a Head of Service in Housing, you'll be responsible for one of the core operational areas of service, working collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations to ensure the housing needs of the people are met, through effective strategic management. This can involve managing major projects, monitor programmes, policies, and strategies as well as keeping up to date with best practice, new legislation, and funding opportunities. Completing performance and budget monitoring reports for the City Mayor and his team, you'll ensure actions, outcomes, and milestones in the Housing delivery plan are effectively met. Engaging, persuasive, and a strong communicator, you'll be able to work with people at all levels. You'll be confident to challenge and improve the Council's strategies, policies, and plans for your services. Having previous managerial experience, you'll have successfully led projects and programmes whilst effectively managing budgets. You'll have strong negotiation and presentation skills with a creative pro-active positive approach to problem solving. You can look forward to joining a high quality and motivated Senior Management team and a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. We'll also give you the chance to develop your skills and expertise with a variety of training and development opportunities. Although this is an advert for a generic Housing Head of Service, the full time post will be required initially to work within the Housing Technical areas of Asset Management & Investment or Repairs & Maintenance. The part time post will initially work within a non technical Housing area such as Homelessness or Tenancy Management. Please make clear when you apply which of the posts you are interested in. An applicant can be considered for both posts. For a chat about this role or for any queries please email Chris Burgin via email (between dates 16th February - 20th February) and Simon Nicholls via email at (from 20th February - 27th February). Assessments/Interviews will take place on Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th May 2026.
Service Manager - (South Manchester) Be the difference for young people facing homelessness. Location: Safestop Manchester Salary: £37,380 per annum Closing date: 22 March, 2026 Employment Type: Permanent Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role We are looking for an inspiring Service Manager to lead supported accommodation for young people in South Manchester. You'll oversee a skilled team delivering safe, high quality support to clients-helping them stabilise, build independence and progress confidently through the Manchester pathway. Your leadership will shape a service where young people feel secure, respected and empowered. In this hands on role, you'll drive operational excellence, ensuring strong safeguarding practice, effective partnership working and consistent contract compliance. You'll manage budgets, performance, reporting and health & safety while strengthening relationships with the commissioners, and community stakeholders. If you're a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast paced, collaborative environment, this is an opportunity to lead a service that makes a tangible impact every day. In this role, you will: Lead and motivate a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality support across two accommodation sites. Ensure strong safeguarding practice, risk management and safe environments for young people. Oversee day to day service delivery, ensuring KPI achievement, contract compliance and continuous performance improvement. Work collaboratively with commissioners and specialist partners to coordinate client centred support. Manage budgets, expenditure, reporting and building/IT resources in line with financial and regulatory requirements. Maintain strong community and neighbour relations across dispersed accommodation sites. Promote an inclusive, values led culture aligned with the charity's ethos, equality commitments and health & safety standards. About You (What we are looking for from you - Person Specification) When completing your application form please address all the points set out below. Essential Experiencing of supervising the work of others Experience of using Risk Assessments and Support Planning. Experience of managing a service, preferably in a residential care or support setting Demonstrable experience of working with people with a range of support needs Experience managing partnerships with other professionals using a coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach Experience of managing buildings, budgets and expenditures Experience of operating safeguarding requirements and procedures Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills Commitment to promoting an environment, which has the highest regard for the Health and Safety of others Experience of working with young people who have complex needs, including mental health and substance use Ability to use logical processes for solving problems and making decisions in a complex environment Ability to effectively reflect on own practices for ongoing learning and development Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity and equality ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and no one, suffers from discrimination. Respect for the values and ethos of the charity and its founding partners. Desirable Experience of managing a staff team across dispersed sites. Initiating a new service What You'll Receive Tailored training and development Flexible working options where suitable 26 days annual leave, rising with service Family friendly leave policies Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7% Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more Cash health plan for you and your family Death in service benefit Access to legal and practical support Safer Recruitment The charity is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly. About The Organisation In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed "cardboard cities" due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 the charity was born. What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, the charity provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Service Manager - (South Manchester) Be the difference for young people facing homelessness. Location: Safestop Manchester Salary: £37,380 per annum Closing date: 22 March, 2026 Employment Type: Permanent Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role We are looking for an inspiring Service Manager to lead supported accommodation for young people in South Manchester. You'll oversee a skilled team delivering safe, high quality support to clients-helping them stabilise, build independence and progress confidently through the Manchester pathway. Your leadership will shape a service where young people feel secure, respected and empowered. In this hands on role, you'll drive operational excellence, ensuring strong safeguarding practice, effective partnership working and consistent contract compliance. You'll manage budgets, performance, reporting and health & safety while strengthening relationships with the commissioners, and community stakeholders. If you're a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast paced, collaborative environment, this is an opportunity to lead a service that makes a tangible impact every day. In this role, you will: Lead and motivate a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality support across two accommodation sites. Ensure strong safeguarding practice, risk management and safe environments for young people. Oversee day to day service delivery, ensuring KPI achievement, contract compliance and continuous performance improvement. Work collaboratively with commissioners and specialist partners to coordinate client centred support. Manage budgets, expenditure, reporting and building/IT resources in line with financial and regulatory requirements. Maintain strong community and neighbour relations across dispersed accommodation sites. Promote an inclusive, values led culture aligned with the charity's ethos, equality commitments and health & safety standards. About You (What we are looking for from you - Person Specification) When completing your application form please address all the points set out below. Essential Experiencing of supervising the work of others Experience of using Risk Assessments and Support Planning. Experience of managing a service, preferably in a residential care or support setting Demonstrable experience of working with people with a range of support needs Experience managing partnerships with other professionals using a coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach Experience of managing buildings, budgets and expenditures Experience of operating safeguarding requirements and procedures Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills Commitment to promoting an environment, which has the highest regard for the Health and Safety of others Experience of working with young people who have complex needs, including mental health and substance use Ability to use logical processes for solving problems and making decisions in a complex environment Ability to effectively reflect on own practices for ongoing learning and development Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity and equality ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and no one, suffers from discrimination. Respect for the values and ethos of the charity and its founding partners. Desirable Experience of managing a staff team across dispersed sites. Initiating a new service What You'll Receive Tailored training and development Flexible working options where suitable 26 days annual leave, rising with service Family friendly leave policies Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7% Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more Cash health plan for you and your family Death in service benefit Access to legal and practical support Safer Recruitment The charity is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly. About The Organisation In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed "cardboard cities" due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 the charity was born. What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, the charity provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Head of IT Service Architecture & Delivery Location: Cardiff Salary: £65,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits Security Clearance: SC required (must hold or be eligible) - DV desirable We are recruiting for an experienced and influential technical leader to head up Service Architecture & Delivery for a secure Defence communications and infrastructure programme. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for the technical design, governance and operational assurance of a complex, secure IT service. You will act as the senior technical authority, ensuring the service is secure, resilient, compliant and continually improved in line with Defence requirements and contracted SLAs. The Role You will: Lead all architectural, technical and operational elements of a secure IT service Chair the Technical Design Authority and own the service blueprint and roadmap Maintain governance across service design, transition and operational delivery Own non-functional requirements including performance, resilience, recoverability and security Provide L4 technical oversight and assurance across infrastructure, networking, virtualisation and secure environments Act as the primary technical interface to senior Defence stakeholders and accreditation bodies Lead multi-disciplinary technical teams and specialist suppliers in a "one team" delivery model Drive continual improvement across automation, monitoring and service efficiency About You You will bring: 5+ years' experience in related position. Ideally a senior technical leadership role (Head of Technical Services, Principal Architect, Programme Technical Lead or similar) Proven experience delivering secure IT services within the MOD Strong background in service architecture, technical governance and ITIL-based service delivery Experience leading technical transitions, onboarding or complex service integrations Excellent stakeholder engagement skills at senior and executive level Knowledge of Defence security standards (JSP 440 / JSP 604 desirable) This is a high-impact role for someone who combines architectural credibility with operational leadership and the confidence to engage at senior Defence level. If you hold (or are eligible for) SC clearance and are looking to take ownership of a mission-critical technical service and have a strong MOD background, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Head of IT Service Architecture & Delivery Location: Cardiff Salary: £65,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits Security Clearance: SC required (must hold or be eligible) - DV desirable We are recruiting for an experienced and influential technical leader to head up Service Architecture & Delivery for a secure Defence communications and infrastructure programme. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for the technical design, governance and operational assurance of a complex, secure IT service. You will act as the senior technical authority, ensuring the service is secure, resilient, compliant and continually improved in line with Defence requirements and contracted SLAs. The Role You will: Lead all architectural, technical and operational elements of a secure IT service Chair the Technical Design Authority and own the service blueprint and roadmap Maintain governance across service design, transition and operational delivery Own non-functional requirements including performance, resilience, recoverability and security Provide L4 technical oversight and assurance across infrastructure, networking, virtualisation and secure environments Act as the primary technical interface to senior Defence stakeholders and accreditation bodies Lead multi-disciplinary technical teams and specialist suppliers in a "one team" delivery model Drive continual improvement across automation, monitoring and service efficiency About You You will bring: 5+ years' experience in related position. Ideally a senior technical leadership role (Head of Technical Services, Principal Architect, Programme Technical Lead or similar) Proven experience delivering secure IT services within the MOD Strong background in service architecture, technical governance and ITIL-based service delivery Experience leading technical transitions, onboarding or complex service integrations Excellent stakeholder engagement skills at senior and executive level Knowledge of Defence security standards (JSP 440 / JSP 604 desirable) This is a high-impact role for someone who combines architectural credibility with operational leadership and the confidence to engage at senior Defence level. If you hold (or are eligible for) SC clearance and are looking to take ownership of a mission-critical technical service and have a strong MOD background, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Overall Purpose of Job Working alongside the Director of Education and Inclusion, and the broader Education Leadership Team, this role will involve leading and developing our approach to school effectiveness, quality assurance and support for schools. This is a pivotal role in coordinating and assuring the quality of our support of, work with and partnership approach for schools and education settings. This role will provide an experienced school leader with the opportunity to lead on developing our strategic approach to school improvement and support, while ensuring that the voices and experiences of our school teams are embedded in our approach. Key aspects of this role will include: • Leading the strategic development of all aspects of school effectiveness and quality assurance.• Developing and maintaining strong relationships between the local authority, all schools and settings in Newham and other local and regional partners.• Establishing clear and coherent systems of support for leaders across our system in order to develop partnerships, build on leadership excellence in the system and identify opportunities for innovative approaches to systems leadership.• Developing high quality school improvement capacity, building on the work of school improvement advisors, developing partnerships for delivery and effectively marshalling limited resources to ensure that support is provided to schools in an equitable and transparent way.• Developing and sustaining the growth of our approach to enrichment across our services, through models that empower schools.• Leading development of an evidence-based approach to monitoring the quality of our education services, through high quality data systems and processes.• Oversight of safeguarding reviews and partnerships, audits and training, as well as partnership with OfSTED on complaints and S11. Job Context 1. The post holder reports to the Director of Education & Inclusion.2. The post holder deputises for the Director of Education & Inclusion, and supports the work of other members of the Education Leadership Team.3. The post holder has line management responsibility for Early Years, Education Safeguarding, Education Support, Enrichment & Curriculum, School Improvement & Quality Assurance.4. The post holder has management and oversight of all aspects of the budget responsibility in the School Effectiveness Service.5. As a senior member of the Education & Inclusion team in Newham the post holder will work with senior stakeholders including Cabinet members, Directors, headteachers, leads from the sector and national bodies including Ofsted and the Department for Education. Key Tasks and Accountabilities Key tasks and accountabilities are intended to be a guide to the range and level of work expected of the post holder. This is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that may fall to the post holder and employees will be expected to carry out such other reasonable duties which may be required from time to time.1. Lead development of school improvement service in partnership with headteachers, school improvement advisors and Education Leadership team. Focus on developing an equitable approach to support for schools, which is respondent to the changing needs and requirements of our schools.2. Provide oversight and support to enrichment programmes, developing further opportunities for schools to benefit from enrichment opportunities for children and young people across Newham.3. Champion and develop our approach to data analysis to support evidence- based support and decision-making across our services.4. Lead development of systems that enable a holistic interrogation of attainment and progression, with a particular focus on the progress of cohorts who are disproportionately disadvantaged.5. Develop our communications strategy with all parts of our education system to ensure that schools, settings and other stakeholders are fully engaged in and can access support available and engage in co-production of services.6. Maintain direct contact with schools and education settings to ensure that requirements of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework are well met and the local strategy for school effectiveness leads to sustained success and continuous improvement.7. Lead on development of assessment, moderation and support services in line with the duties and responsibilities for the administration of annual educational testing arrangements in schools.8. Implement systems and processes for consultation with direct and indirect service users and their families, and analyse and respond to findings.9. Oversee development of partnership approaches across school and education system.10. Develop and champion strong relationships with school and system leaders, building on own school leadership experience to identify appropriate approaches to support and challenge.11. Deputise for the Director of Education & Inclusion.12. Member of the Education Leadership Team and Extended CYPS DMT.13. Lead and develop members of staff, ensuring that they are aware of emerging best practice within their respective fields and possess the skills and confidence to adapt best practice within a Newham context.14. Responsible for specific staffing and operational budgets as determined ensuring that financial processes and reporting requirements are adhered to.15. Provide advice and guidance to Director, other senior managers and elected members on Education policy and practice as required.16. Represent the Education service at external or internal meetings as required.
Mar 25, 2026
Contractor
Overall Purpose of Job Working alongside the Director of Education and Inclusion, and the broader Education Leadership Team, this role will involve leading and developing our approach to school effectiveness, quality assurance and support for schools. This is a pivotal role in coordinating and assuring the quality of our support of, work with and partnership approach for schools and education settings. This role will provide an experienced school leader with the opportunity to lead on developing our strategic approach to school improvement and support, while ensuring that the voices and experiences of our school teams are embedded in our approach. Key aspects of this role will include: • Leading the strategic development of all aspects of school effectiveness and quality assurance.• Developing and maintaining strong relationships between the local authority, all schools and settings in Newham and other local and regional partners.• Establishing clear and coherent systems of support for leaders across our system in order to develop partnerships, build on leadership excellence in the system and identify opportunities for innovative approaches to systems leadership.• Developing high quality school improvement capacity, building on the work of school improvement advisors, developing partnerships for delivery and effectively marshalling limited resources to ensure that support is provided to schools in an equitable and transparent way.• Developing and sustaining the growth of our approach to enrichment across our services, through models that empower schools.• Leading development of an evidence-based approach to monitoring the quality of our education services, through high quality data systems and processes.• Oversight of safeguarding reviews and partnerships, audits and training, as well as partnership with OfSTED on complaints and S11. Job Context 1. The post holder reports to the Director of Education & Inclusion.2. The post holder deputises for the Director of Education & Inclusion, and supports the work of other members of the Education Leadership Team.3. The post holder has line management responsibility for Early Years, Education Safeguarding, Education Support, Enrichment & Curriculum, School Improvement & Quality Assurance.4. The post holder has management and oversight of all aspects of the budget responsibility in the School Effectiveness Service.5. As a senior member of the Education & Inclusion team in Newham the post holder will work with senior stakeholders including Cabinet members, Directors, headteachers, leads from the sector and national bodies including Ofsted and the Department for Education. Key Tasks and Accountabilities Key tasks and accountabilities are intended to be a guide to the range and level of work expected of the post holder. This is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that may fall to the post holder and employees will be expected to carry out such other reasonable duties which may be required from time to time.1. Lead development of school improvement service in partnership with headteachers, school improvement advisors and Education Leadership team. Focus on developing an equitable approach to support for schools, which is respondent to the changing needs and requirements of our schools.2. Provide oversight and support to enrichment programmes, developing further opportunities for schools to benefit from enrichment opportunities for children and young people across Newham.3. Champion and develop our approach to data analysis to support evidence- based support and decision-making across our services.4. Lead development of systems that enable a holistic interrogation of attainment and progression, with a particular focus on the progress of cohorts who are disproportionately disadvantaged.5. Develop our communications strategy with all parts of our education system to ensure that schools, settings and other stakeholders are fully engaged in and can access support available and engage in co-production of services.6. Maintain direct contact with schools and education settings to ensure that requirements of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework are well met and the local strategy for school effectiveness leads to sustained success and continuous improvement.7. Lead on development of assessment, moderation and support services in line with the duties and responsibilities for the administration of annual educational testing arrangements in schools.8. Implement systems and processes for consultation with direct and indirect service users and their families, and analyse and respond to findings.9. Oversee development of partnership approaches across school and education system.10. Develop and champion strong relationships with school and system leaders, building on own school leadership experience to identify appropriate approaches to support and challenge.11. Deputise for the Director of Education & Inclusion.12. Member of the Education Leadership Team and Extended CYPS DMT.13. Lead and develop members of staff, ensuring that they are aware of emerging best practice within their respective fields and possess the skills and confidence to adapt best practice within a Newham context.14. Responsible for specific staffing and operational budgets as determined ensuring that financial processes and reporting requirements are adhered to.15. Provide advice and guidance to Director, other senior managers and elected members on Education policy and practice as required.16. Represent the Education service at external or internal meetings as required.
The Community Manager (HART) provides strategic, professional and operational leadership for the Hospice Advice & Response Team (HART), alongside operational oversight of the Hospice at Home (HAH) team. This role is central to the delivery of high-quality, responsive palliative and end of life care across the community, ensuring patients and families receive timely, coordinated and compassionate support, 24 hours a day. Working closely with the Head of Community & Dementia Services and fellow Community Manager, the post holder will lead a multidisciplinary team delivering both urgent rapid response and unplanned community care. The role requires a confident and compassionate clinical leader with strong operational management skills, able to manage complex service delivery, lead through change and maintain high standards of clinical governance. We are looking for an experienced registered Nurse or Paramedic with a strong background in palliative or end of life care, proven leadership experience, and a commitment to values led care. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator, able to build strong partnerships across health and social care, support staff well being, and ensure safe, effective and person centred services. Main duties of the job The post holder is responsible for the operational leadership and delivery of the Hospice Advice & Response Team (HART) and Hospice at Home (HAH) team, ensuring safe, effective and efficient 24/7 care. This includes oversight of the Adviceline and Rapid Response service, performance management against KPIs, workforce planning, and compliance with clinical governance, safeguarding and CQC standards. The role involves leading, managing and developing a multidisciplinary team, providing expert clinical leadership, advice, coaching and mentorship. The Community Manager will act as a key link between community services, internal hospice teams and external partners to support integrated care pathways and seamless transitions of care. The post holder will contribute to service development, quality improvement, audit activity and change management, while championing compassionate leadership, staff well being and continuous improvement in line with the values and vision of Dougie Mac. About us Dougie Mac provides compassionate care and support for adults, young adults, and children with life limiting conditions across Stoke on Trent and North Staffordshire. As a values driven organisation, we strive to deliver high quality, person led, and inclusive care across our inpatient, community, and supportive care services. Following our merger with Approach Dementia Support and expansion into children and young adult services, Dougie Mac now supports more people than ever before across all age groups and diagnoses. Our team is made up of dedicated, skilled professionals who are committed to delivering responsive and meaningful care in line with our hospice values. We offer a collaborative working environment with access to professional development, reflective practice, and staff well being support. Dougie Mac is proud to be a financially independent local charity, offering a competitive salary and benefits package including generous annual leave, contributory pension scheme, funded study opportunities, hospice paid healthcare cash plan, and free on site parking. Dougie Macs Community Services team supports patients to remain at home, surrounded by loved ones, for as long as possible. Our team of nurses, support workers, and therapists deliver high quality palliative care across Stoke on Trent and North Staffordshire offering symptom management, emotional support, and practical care, working closely with GPs and District Nurses. Job responsibilities Principal Duties & Responsibilities: Lead and manage the HART and HAH Teams ensuring a high quality of care is maintained to patients and their families and by being a visible presence. Be accountable for the operational delivery of the Adviceline and Rapid Response service, including performance against agreed KPIs. Provide effective leadership and act as an ambassador for best practice and with honesty and integrity. Provide professional clinical expertise to all clinical staff; providing advice, coaching and mentorship. Responsible for ensuring the appropriate and equitable allocation of work and resources, including the rotas, ensuring appropriate skill mix and agreed staff to patient ratio, annual leave, study leave monitoring, sickness and absence in the workplace, or delegate as appropriate. Provide day to day support to the Care Home Senior Health Care Support Worker, ensuring that any changes or escalation in patient needs are identified and appropriately addressed. Oversee the line management of the staff, conducting and ensuring effective and timely performance management (including competence) of individual staff members in line with the hospice's policy. To work with the Head of Community and Dementia Services in the timely investigation and developing reports (with conclusions/recommendations) following incidents and complaints. Support the Head of Community and Dementia Services with recruitment. Participate, contribute, and lead as required, in multi professional meetings, acting as the patients' advocate and representing nursing. Maintain effective clear communication systems to keep staff informed and facilitate and encourage two way communication. Ensure compliance with CQC standards, safeguarding requirements, and organisational policies. Be an effective change agent. Lead and contribute to audits, service evaluations, and quality improvement initiatives. Takes professional responsibility for ensuring effective communication between all service providers across the care pathway. Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, champion safeguarding to ensure it remains visible, prioritised, and consistently applied in all aspects of care. To recognise and manage the potentially distressing effects of working with terminal illness, maintaining personal resilience while accessing the support, guidance, and resources available through the hospice. Clinical Service: Provide expert clinical leadership and advice to Community Teams. HART and HAH staff and the wider community service. To manage unplanned activity ensuring that this can be supported on a day to day basis. To ensure the appropriate, timely and effective triage, support and discharge of patients. Ensure holistic assessment of patients physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs. To work within a team framework, collaborating with colleagues and members of other disciplines. To use a proactive and sensitive approach with patients and relatives to enable involvement in advance care planning. To ensure provision of appropriate nursing interventions. To follow the hospice and Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) standards on Medicines Management. To liaise and communicate professionally with colleagues within the multidisciplinary team. To foster positive working relations with other healthcare professionals and lead by example. As required, attend, and contribute to the writing of clinical policies and be an active member of clinical working groups. Development: To ensure personal and team compliance with hospice compulsory training requirements. Responsible for identifying training and education needs for HART and HAH staff in line with service provision with the providing facilitation and support in their development. To ensure and assist in orientation of new colleagues. To ensure mentoring of colleagues and student nurses is delivered to a high standard. To keep abreast of advances in nursing practice and research and take responsibility for your personal continuous professional development and registration. Through the ongoing professional development process, to plan your continuing professional and self development, attending in house study days and courses as appropriate. To support the delivery of supervision, debriefing and reflective practice sessions. To promote and engage staff in new ways of working, such as the use of technology. To participate in and contribute to the ongoing educational programme of the Hospice. Promote a positive, supportive working environment that prioritises staff well being and resilience. Person Specification Qualifications Registered Nurse or Registered Paramedic. Ability to travel independently throughout the locality with access to suitable vehicle for business purposes. Minimum of 18 months working as a Team leader or in another equivalent senior role or proven leadership and people management experience. Masters level of education or willingness to work towards. Healthcare Assessment qualification. Advanced Communication Skills qualification or willingness to undertake. Experience 5 years post registration experience. Proven experience and knowledge of palliative/terminal care. To understand the external influences that effect the delivery of palliative care in the community. Ability to supervise, support and manage and lead a team. The ability to prioritise daily work load. Strong clinical assessment and decision making skills. Experience in audit processes. Experience of mentoring and/or coaching staff. . click apply for full job details
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
The Community Manager (HART) provides strategic, professional and operational leadership for the Hospice Advice & Response Team (HART), alongside operational oversight of the Hospice at Home (HAH) team. This role is central to the delivery of high-quality, responsive palliative and end of life care across the community, ensuring patients and families receive timely, coordinated and compassionate support, 24 hours a day. Working closely with the Head of Community & Dementia Services and fellow Community Manager, the post holder will lead a multidisciplinary team delivering both urgent rapid response and unplanned community care. The role requires a confident and compassionate clinical leader with strong operational management skills, able to manage complex service delivery, lead through change and maintain high standards of clinical governance. We are looking for an experienced registered Nurse or Paramedic with a strong background in palliative or end of life care, proven leadership experience, and a commitment to values led care. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator, able to build strong partnerships across health and social care, support staff well being, and ensure safe, effective and person centred services. Main duties of the job The post holder is responsible for the operational leadership and delivery of the Hospice Advice & Response Team (HART) and Hospice at Home (HAH) team, ensuring safe, effective and efficient 24/7 care. This includes oversight of the Adviceline and Rapid Response service, performance management against KPIs, workforce planning, and compliance with clinical governance, safeguarding and CQC standards. The role involves leading, managing and developing a multidisciplinary team, providing expert clinical leadership, advice, coaching and mentorship. The Community Manager will act as a key link between community services, internal hospice teams and external partners to support integrated care pathways and seamless transitions of care. The post holder will contribute to service development, quality improvement, audit activity and change management, while championing compassionate leadership, staff well being and continuous improvement in line with the values and vision of Dougie Mac. About us Dougie Mac provides compassionate care and support for adults, young adults, and children with life limiting conditions across Stoke on Trent and North Staffordshire. As a values driven organisation, we strive to deliver high quality, person led, and inclusive care across our inpatient, community, and supportive care services. Following our merger with Approach Dementia Support and expansion into children and young adult services, Dougie Mac now supports more people than ever before across all age groups and diagnoses. Our team is made up of dedicated, skilled professionals who are committed to delivering responsive and meaningful care in line with our hospice values. We offer a collaborative working environment with access to professional development, reflective practice, and staff well being support. Dougie Mac is proud to be a financially independent local charity, offering a competitive salary and benefits package including generous annual leave, contributory pension scheme, funded study opportunities, hospice paid healthcare cash plan, and free on site parking. Dougie Macs Community Services team supports patients to remain at home, surrounded by loved ones, for as long as possible. Our team of nurses, support workers, and therapists deliver high quality palliative care across Stoke on Trent and North Staffordshire offering symptom management, emotional support, and practical care, working closely with GPs and District Nurses. Job responsibilities Principal Duties & Responsibilities: Lead and manage the HART and HAH Teams ensuring a high quality of care is maintained to patients and their families and by being a visible presence. Be accountable for the operational delivery of the Adviceline and Rapid Response service, including performance against agreed KPIs. Provide effective leadership and act as an ambassador for best practice and with honesty and integrity. Provide professional clinical expertise to all clinical staff; providing advice, coaching and mentorship. Responsible for ensuring the appropriate and equitable allocation of work and resources, including the rotas, ensuring appropriate skill mix and agreed staff to patient ratio, annual leave, study leave monitoring, sickness and absence in the workplace, or delegate as appropriate. Provide day to day support to the Care Home Senior Health Care Support Worker, ensuring that any changes or escalation in patient needs are identified and appropriately addressed. Oversee the line management of the staff, conducting and ensuring effective and timely performance management (including competence) of individual staff members in line with the hospice's policy. To work with the Head of Community and Dementia Services in the timely investigation and developing reports (with conclusions/recommendations) following incidents and complaints. Support the Head of Community and Dementia Services with recruitment. Participate, contribute, and lead as required, in multi professional meetings, acting as the patients' advocate and representing nursing. Maintain effective clear communication systems to keep staff informed and facilitate and encourage two way communication. Ensure compliance with CQC standards, safeguarding requirements, and organisational policies. Be an effective change agent. Lead and contribute to audits, service evaluations, and quality improvement initiatives. Takes professional responsibility for ensuring effective communication between all service providers across the care pathway. Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, champion safeguarding to ensure it remains visible, prioritised, and consistently applied in all aspects of care. To recognise and manage the potentially distressing effects of working with terminal illness, maintaining personal resilience while accessing the support, guidance, and resources available through the hospice. Clinical Service: Provide expert clinical leadership and advice to Community Teams. HART and HAH staff and the wider community service. To manage unplanned activity ensuring that this can be supported on a day to day basis. To ensure the appropriate, timely and effective triage, support and discharge of patients. Ensure holistic assessment of patients physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs. To work within a team framework, collaborating with colleagues and members of other disciplines. To use a proactive and sensitive approach with patients and relatives to enable involvement in advance care planning. To ensure provision of appropriate nursing interventions. To follow the hospice and Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) standards on Medicines Management. To liaise and communicate professionally with colleagues within the multidisciplinary team. To foster positive working relations with other healthcare professionals and lead by example. As required, attend, and contribute to the writing of clinical policies and be an active member of clinical working groups. Development: To ensure personal and team compliance with hospice compulsory training requirements. Responsible for identifying training and education needs for HART and HAH staff in line with service provision with the providing facilitation and support in their development. To ensure and assist in orientation of new colleagues. To ensure mentoring of colleagues and student nurses is delivered to a high standard. To keep abreast of advances in nursing practice and research and take responsibility for your personal continuous professional development and registration. Through the ongoing professional development process, to plan your continuing professional and self development, attending in house study days and courses as appropriate. To support the delivery of supervision, debriefing and reflective practice sessions. To promote and engage staff in new ways of working, such as the use of technology. To participate in and contribute to the ongoing educational programme of the Hospice. Promote a positive, supportive working environment that prioritises staff well being and resilience. Person Specification Qualifications Registered Nurse or Registered Paramedic. Ability to travel independently throughout the locality with access to suitable vehicle for business purposes. Minimum of 18 months working as a Team leader or in another equivalent senior role or proven leadership and people management experience. Masters level of education or willingness to work towards. Healthcare Assessment qualification. Advanced Communication Skills qualification or willingness to undertake. Experience 5 years post registration experience. Proven experience and knowledge of palliative/terminal care. To understand the external influences that effect the delivery of palliative care in the community. Ability to supervise, support and manage and lead a team. The ability to prioritise daily work load. Strong clinical assessment and decision making skills. Experience in audit processes. Experience of mentoring and/or coaching staff. . click apply for full job details
Freelance Education Events Coordinator Location: Manchester Freelance, flexible hours Salary: Competitive About Us Ahead Partnership works with employers and educators to engage, inspire and motivate young people around skills, career options and future employment. We organise and deliver a wide range of employability and skills activities that connect young people with volunteers from the working world, helping to raise aspirations, build confidence, develop essential skills and expand networks. In recent years, we have broadened our reach through a mix of virtual and in-person delivery, from interview practice to workplace visits. Our programmes are highly interactive and hands-on, and we also deliver large-scale flagship events focused on sectors such as digital, green, and professional and financial services, encouraging young people to explore future career opportunities. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do, and you will play a key role in delivering a first-class experience across our activities and events. You'll be supported by a dedicated, ambitious team who are passionate about making a real difference. We work with a diverse range of young people and are committed to diversity and inclusion in all forms. We welcome applications from people who reflect this and share our passion, even if you feel you do not have the "perfect" experience. We offer generous hourly or day rates, with full training provided. Experience working with young people, education or teaching is beneficial but not essential. You will need to; Be passionate about being part of a purpose-led business Bring your individuality to deliver content to young people in an exciting and engaging way Embrace change and be flexible in how you work Be comfortable working in partnership with the wider team and external stakeholders including employers and teachers If you have experience of planning and/or delivery of events or major projects and can demonstrate the ability to manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines then read on. We have a number of roles that we're recruiting for which fall into the following categories - Event planning only roles - these are home based roles. You will need good stable broadband the ability to flex your diary and ideally, experience of project managing teams of people remotely as well as experience of event planning and management. Event delivery only roles - these roles will require you to have experience of facilitating events, ideally with young people (from primary to secondary age students), be able and willing to travel (mainly locally), have a flexible diary, and have access to a car. NB you will be paid travel expenses and travel time (where journeys take over an hour) Planning and delivery roles - the requirements for this role are a combination of the above two roles. Responsibilities: Planning of activities ('Planning Only' and 'Planning and Delivery' Roles): Work as part of a wider project team on the preparation and planning of activities Carry out planning calls with stakeholders, to ensure all delivery and logistical considerations are accounted for Recruitment of diverse volunteers to support activities Undertake administrative duties to deliver projects you support Delivery of activities ('Delivery Only' and 'Planning and Delivery' Roles): Represent Ahead Partnership in line with our values and culture Liaise with an Ahead Partnership member of staff prior to the event Meet and greet, brief and continually engage business volunteers Ensure the event spaces are set up correctly as specified Lead/Facilitate the session from start to finish, including time-management and gathering feedback Ability to adapt to different scenarios whilst running the event Report back to the relevant Ahead Partnership contact after each event Undertake other duties as requested and commensurate with the post Required Skills: Proven facilitation skills ('Delivery Only' and 'Planning and Delivery' Roles) Ability to work independently Ability to think on your feet and problem solve Demonstrable planning, organisational and time-management skills Strong interpersonal skills Good level of spelling and grammar Excellent communicator Experience: Experience of working with Young People - ideally those aged 11-16 years old Comprehensive experience of delivering presentations, training or workshops to a large audience and facilitating groups ('Delivery Only' and 'Planning and Delivery' Roles) Experience of developing and sustaining relationships with key stakeholders and partners. Whilst not essential, we are also interested in hearing from people with experience of managing complex programmes of activity or teams of people to deliver activities / events. Work is ad hoc, and we're flexible around your other commitments if you're happy to be flexible too. As our programmes grow, more regular and increased work may become available. Interested? Please apply. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Freelance Education Events Coordinator Location: Manchester Freelance, flexible hours Salary: Competitive About Us Ahead Partnership works with employers and educators to engage, inspire and motivate young people around skills, career options and future employment. We organise and deliver a wide range of employability and skills activities that connect young people with volunteers from the working world, helping to raise aspirations, build confidence, develop essential skills and expand networks. In recent years, we have broadened our reach through a mix of virtual and in-person delivery, from interview practice to workplace visits. Our programmes are highly interactive and hands-on, and we also deliver large-scale flagship events focused on sectors such as digital, green, and professional and financial services, encouraging young people to explore future career opportunities. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do, and you will play a key role in delivering a first-class experience across our activities and events. You'll be supported by a dedicated, ambitious team who are passionate about making a real difference. We work with a diverse range of young people and are committed to diversity and inclusion in all forms. We welcome applications from people who reflect this and share our passion, even if you feel you do not have the "perfect" experience. We offer generous hourly or day rates, with full training provided. Experience working with young people, education or teaching is beneficial but not essential. You will need to; Be passionate about being part of a purpose-led business Bring your individuality to deliver content to young people in an exciting and engaging way Embrace change and be flexible in how you work Be comfortable working in partnership with the wider team and external stakeholders including employers and teachers If you have experience of planning and/or delivery of events or major projects and can demonstrate the ability to manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines then read on. We have a number of roles that we're recruiting for which fall into the following categories - Event planning only roles - these are home based roles. You will need good stable broadband the ability to flex your diary and ideally, experience of project managing teams of people remotely as well as experience of event planning and management. Event delivery only roles - these roles will require you to have experience of facilitating events, ideally with young people (from primary to secondary age students), be able and willing to travel (mainly locally), have a flexible diary, and have access to a car. NB you will be paid travel expenses and travel time (where journeys take over an hour) Planning and delivery roles - the requirements for this role are a combination of the above two roles. Responsibilities: Planning of activities ('Planning Only' and 'Planning and Delivery' Roles): Work as part of a wider project team on the preparation and planning of activities Carry out planning calls with stakeholders, to ensure all delivery and logistical considerations are accounted for Recruitment of diverse volunteers to support activities Undertake administrative duties to deliver projects you support Delivery of activities ('Delivery Only' and 'Planning and Delivery' Roles): Represent Ahead Partnership in line with our values and culture Liaise with an Ahead Partnership member of staff prior to the event Meet and greet, brief and continually engage business volunteers Ensure the event spaces are set up correctly as specified Lead/Facilitate the session from start to finish, including time-management and gathering feedback Ability to adapt to different scenarios whilst running the event Report back to the relevant Ahead Partnership contact after each event Undertake other duties as requested and commensurate with the post Required Skills: Proven facilitation skills ('Delivery Only' and 'Planning and Delivery' Roles) Ability to work independently Ability to think on your feet and problem solve Demonstrable planning, organisational and time-management skills Strong interpersonal skills Good level of spelling and grammar Excellent communicator Experience: Experience of working with Young People - ideally those aged 11-16 years old Comprehensive experience of delivering presentations, training or workshops to a large audience and facilitating groups ('Delivery Only' and 'Planning and Delivery' Roles) Experience of developing and sustaining relationships with key stakeholders and partners. Whilst not essential, we are also interested in hearing from people with experience of managing complex programmes of activity or teams of people to deliver activities / events. Work is ad hoc, and we're flexible around your other commitments if you're happy to be flexible too. As our programmes grow, more regular and increased work may become available. Interested? Please apply. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
? WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page. ? ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are seeking an Assistant Apprenticeship Manager to join our central team, helping support, promote and develop apprenticeship programmes across the Harris Federation while contributing to the growth of our provision as a training provider. You will be the first point of contact for apprentices, training providers and internal stakeholders, helping to drive engagement and ensure high-quality delivery. This is a varied role ideal for someone confident with systems, data and stakeholder management, who is passionate about creating opportunities for learners and supporting staff development. If you're organised, proactive and excited about improving apprenticeship experiences across a large, high-performing education trust, we'd love to hear from you. ? MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Reporting to the Apprenticeship Manager you will be responsible for: Acting as the first point of contact for apprenticeship queries, training providers and internal stakeholders Helping promote apprenticeship opportunities internally and supporting recruitment and upskilling initiatives across the Harris Federation Providing support to manage the Harris Federation apprenticeship levy, tracking costs, progress and compliance with funding requirements Organising and promoting Apprenticeship events and information sessions across the Federation and academy sites, supporting senior leaders in promoting apprenticeships and recruiting future apprentices Supporting internal and external marketing for apprenticeship activities as part of wider employer branding and promoting engagement events to increase awareness and understanding of apprenticeships Facilitating an apprenticeship network and supporting development opportunities such as award nominations Maintaining and advising on safeguarding compliance, including neuro-inclusion, in alignment with the Ofsted framework, especially for under-18 apprentices Supporting the Apprenticeship team with projects focused on implementation, procurement, quality assurance and evaluation to expand levy use or facilitate levy transfer Working with the marketing team to create marketing materials, update the Apprenticeship SharePoint, produce event leaflets and share internal communications promoting Apprenticeship programmes WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: The ability to establish a new role in the Harris Federation and work collaboratively with key stakeholders to deliver successful apprenticeship programmes Strong project management skills with experience of complex projects with multiple stakeholders Experience of working across a large organisation, developing and delivering initiatives and maintaining stakeholder relationships The ability to travel to Federation academies in and around London and Essex as required Experience of managing a Learning Management System within the FE sector and working with the third-party service provider to ensure the platforms are user friendly and up to date Supporting with tracking of tickets within the learning management system and working together with the third-party service provider to resolve any issues and ensuring the platform is fit for purpose Experience of ILR monthly declaration and its analysis using various MIS platforms For a full job description and person specification please download the Job Pack. ? APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
? WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page. ? ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are seeking an Assistant Apprenticeship Manager to join our central team, helping support, promote and develop apprenticeship programmes across the Harris Federation while contributing to the growth of our provision as a training provider. You will be the first point of contact for apprentices, training providers and internal stakeholders, helping to drive engagement and ensure high-quality delivery. This is a varied role ideal for someone confident with systems, data and stakeholder management, who is passionate about creating opportunities for learners and supporting staff development. If you're organised, proactive and excited about improving apprenticeship experiences across a large, high-performing education trust, we'd love to hear from you. ? MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Reporting to the Apprenticeship Manager you will be responsible for: Acting as the first point of contact for apprenticeship queries, training providers and internal stakeholders Helping promote apprenticeship opportunities internally and supporting recruitment and upskilling initiatives across the Harris Federation Providing support to manage the Harris Federation apprenticeship levy, tracking costs, progress and compliance with funding requirements Organising and promoting Apprenticeship events and information sessions across the Federation and academy sites, supporting senior leaders in promoting apprenticeships and recruiting future apprentices Supporting internal and external marketing for apprenticeship activities as part of wider employer branding and promoting engagement events to increase awareness and understanding of apprenticeships Facilitating an apprenticeship network and supporting development opportunities such as award nominations Maintaining and advising on safeguarding compliance, including neuro-inclusion, in alignment with the Ofsted framework, especially for under-18 apprentices Supporting the Apprenticeship team with projects focused on implementation, procurement, quality assurance and evaluation to expand levy use or facilitate levy transfer Working with the marketing team to create marketing materials, update the Apprenticeship SharePoint, produce event leaflets and share internal communications promoting Apprenticeship programmes WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: The ability to establish a new role in the Harris Federation and work collaboratively with key stakeholders to deliver successful apprenticeship programmes Strong project management skills with experience of complex projects with multiple stakeholders Experience of working across a large organisation, developing and delivering initiatives and maintaining stakeholder relationships The ability to travel to Federation academies in and around London and Essex as required Experience of managing a Learning Management System within the FE sector and working with the third-party service provider to ensure the platforms are user friendly and up to date Supporting with tracking of tickets within the learning management system and working together with the third-party service provider to resolve any issues and ensuring the platform is fit for purpose Experience of ILR monthly declaration and its analysis using various MIS platforms For a full job description and person specification please download the Job Pack. ? APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core
Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Telford, Shropshire
Head of CyberOverview: Lead the cyber practice for a Defence-focused consultancy, overseeing strategy, client delivery, and secure solution design across MOD and National Security programmes. Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver the cyber strategy across Defence and Government portfolios. Act as senior cyber lead on MOD and Defence Digital programmes, ensuring secure-by-design solutions. Provide authority on security architecture, risk management, vulnerability management, and cloud security (Azure/M365, MODCloud). Lead and grow a team of cyber consultants, architects, and engineers. Support business development, bids, and development of new cyber propositions. Experience Required: Strong background delivering cyber programmes in Defence or National Security. Expertise in secure architecture, cloud security, threat protection, and NCSC-aligned standards. Proven leadership of teams and senior stakeholders. Active SC (DV highly desirable). Desirable: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or CCP certifications.
Mar 25, 2026
Contractor
Head of CyberOverview: Lead the cyber practice for a Defence-focused consultancy, overseeing strategy, client delivery, and secure solution design across MOD and National Security programmes. Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver the cyber strategy across Defence and Government portfolios. Act as senior cyber lead on MOD and Defence Digital programmes, ensuring secure-by-design solutions. Provide authority on security architecture, risk management, vulnerability management, and cloud security (Azure/M365, MODCloud). Lead and grow a team of cyber consultants, architects, and engineers. Support business development, bids, and development of new cyber propositions. Experience Required: Strong background delivering cyber programmes in Defence or National Security. Expertise in secure architecture, cloud security, threat protection, and NCSC-aligned standards. Proven leadership of teams and senior stakeholders. Active SC (DV highly desirable). Desirable: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or CCP certifications.
Harris Hill is delighted to be supporting the recruitment of a Head of International Programmes for a respected international Catholic charity supporting seafarers, fishers and their families worldwide. The organisation operates an extensive global network spanning more than 50 countries and hundreds of ports, delivering vital practical, pastoral and welfare support to those working at sea. Reporting to the CEO, the postholder will lead the development and delivery of the organisation s international strategy, strengthening partnerships across the global network and identifying opportunities to expand programmes. You will build and maintain strong relationships with international partners, develop a pipeline of high-impact projects, and secure funding from corporates, trusts and foundations. The role will oversee programme delivery, grant management and reporting, ensuring compliance and impact, while also contributing to business planning, budgeting and organisational leadership. You will represent the organisation externally, both in the UK and internationally, and play a key role in enhancing its reputation and influence across the sector. You will also play a key role in strengthening organisational capability across the global network, supporting training initiatives and capacity building for international colleagues. Acting as a senior adviser on international affairs, you will provide insight to the CEO and contribute to informed decision-making at leadership and board level. We are looking for a confident and strategic leader with significant experience in international programme management within a development or humanitarian context. You will bring a strong track record in grant fundraising and stakeholder engagement, alongside experience of leading teams and delivering organisational strategy. The successful candidate will be highly organised, commercially aware, and able to translate complex ideas into compelling cases for support. Strong communication skills, cultural awareness, and the ability to work collaboratively across diverse global contexts are essential, as is a proactive and resilient approach. Please note that to be considered for this role, candidates must have prior experience within the charity sector, alongside a background in international programmes. Unfortunately, applications that do not meet both of these essential criteria will not be progressed. Only successful applicants will be contacted with further information. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by 23:59 on 16 April. As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Harris Hill is delighted to be supporting the recruitment of a Head of International Programmes for a respected international Catholic charity supporting seafarers, fishers and their families worldwide. The organisation operates an extensive global network spanning more than 50 countries and hundreds of ports, delivering vital practical, pastoral and welfare support to those working at sea. Reporting to the CEO, the postholder will lead the development and delivery of the organisation s international strategy, strengthening partnerships across the global network and identifying opportunities to expand programmes. You will build and maintain strong relationships with international partners, develop a pipeline of high-impact projects, and secure funding from corporates, trusts and foundations. The role will oversee programme delivery, grant management and reporting, ensuring compliance and impact, while also contributing to business planning, budgeting and organisational leadership. You will represent the organisation externally, both in the UK and internationally, and play a key role in enhancing its reputation and influence across the sector. You will also play a key role in strengthening organisational capability across the global network, supporting training initiatives and capacity building for international colleagues. Acting as a senior adviser on international affairs, you will provide insight to the CEO and contribute to informed decision-making at leadership and board level. We are looking for a confident and strategic leader with significant experience in international programme management within a development or humanitarian context. You will bring a strong track record in grant fundraising and stakeholder engagement, alongside experience of leading teams and delivering organisational strategy. The successful candidate will be highly organised, commercially aware, and able to translate complex ideas into compelling cases for support. Strong communication skills, cultural awareness, and the ability to work collaboratively across diverse global contexts are essential, as is a proactive and resilient approach. Please note that to be considered for this role, candidates must have prior experience within the charity sector, alongside a background in international programmes. Unfortunately, applications that do not meet both of these essential criteria will not be progressed. Only successful applicants will be contacted with further information. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by 23:59 on 16 April. As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
HR Manager (14 Month FTC) Location: Wrexham (2 site manufacturing operation) Salary: £65,000-£70,000 (flexible up to £75,000) + £5,000 car allowance Contract: 14 month fixed term contract Hours: 37 hours per week Start Date: Within the next 2 weeks (immediate availability essential) The Opportunity Robet Half LTD seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to join a Wrexham manufacturing operation on a 14-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. This is an urgent requirement and candidates must be immediately available or able to start within the next two weeks. This is a pivotal leadership role within a unionised, fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting circa 200 employees across two sites. Around 70% of the workforce is blue collar, alongside head office and functional teams. You will have full operational HR oversight for the site, while also sitting as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), influencing business decisions and leading people-focused projects. The Role Reporting into the wider UK HR structure and working closely with the Plant Director and SLT, you will: Lead and develop a team of 6 HR professionals (including HR Advisor, Assistant, Training Coordinator and specialist support functions) Provide full operational HR leadership across a unionised manufacturing workforce Act as the key liaison with Trade Unions, leading on pay negotiations (current talks underway and groundwork for 2026) Drive engagement, communication and change activity following recent acquisition Partner with SLT to shape and execute the annual people plan Bring greater structure and consistency to key HR processes (e.g. bonus schemes, policy application, people frameworks) Support continuous improvement initiatives across the plant Champion visibility and presence on the shop floor - building trust and credibility at all levels Lead employee engagement initiatives, CSR and community involvement programmes Collaborate with central functions including Legal, ER and Compensation & Benefits teams Support ongoing projects This is a highly visible role requiring strong influencing skills, commercial awareness and the ability to balance strategic input with hands-on operational delivery. About You We are looking for a confident and credible HR leader who thrives in a manufacturing setting and enjoys being embedded in the operation. You will bring: Proven HR leadership experience within a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing desirable) Essential experience working in a unionised setting Strong experience leading pay negotiations and managing union relationships A track record of developing and nurturing HR teams Experience operating as part of a Senior Leadership Team The ability to influence, challenge and partner at senior level A hands-on, visible and approachable leadership style Strong change management and engagement experience Commercial awareness and sound judgement Most importantly, you will be a strong people leader - someone who can bring stability, energy and direction, develop capability within the HR team, and foster collaboration across the site. Working Arrangements Predominantly site-based (5 days per week), with some flexibility for occasional home working Flexibility around start and finish times Open, collaborative office environment (approx. 60 office-based colleagues) A "small company within a bigger company" feel - autonomy within a wider corporate framework Why Join? Opportunity to play a key leadership role during a significant period of business change High visibility and influence at site and UK level A supportive SLT and engaged workforce Real scope to shape, improve and strengthen people processes Immediate impact opportunity Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Mar 25, 2026
Contractor
HR Manager (14 Month FTC) Location: Wrexham (2 site manufacturing operation) Salary: £65,000-£70,000 (flexible up to £75,000) + £5,000 car allowance Contract: 14 month fixed term contract Hours: 37 hours per week Start Date: Within the next 2 weeks (immediate availability essential) The Opportunity Robet Half LTD seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to join a Wrexham manufacturing operation on a 14-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. This is an urgent requirement and candidates must be immediately available or able to start within the next two weeks. This is a pivotal leadership role within a unionised, fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting circa 200 employees across two sites. Around 70% of the workforce is blue collar, alongside head office and functional teams. You will have full operational HR oversight for the site, while also sitting as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), influencing business decisions and leading people-focused projects. The Role Reporting into the wider UK HR structure and working closely with the Plant Director and SLT, you will: Lead and develop a team of 6 HR professionals (including HR Advisor, Assistant, Training Coordinator and specialist support functions) Provide full operational HR leadership across a unionised manufacturing workforce Act as the key liaison with Trade Unions, leading on pay negotiations (current talks underway and groundwork for 2026) Drive engagement, communication and change activity following recent acquisition Partner with SLT to shape and execute the annual people plan Bring greater structure and consistency to key HR processes (e.g. bonus schemes, policy application, people frameworks) Support continuous improvement initiatives across the plant Champion visibility and presence on the shop floor - building trust and credibility at all levels Lead employee engagement initiatives, CSR and community involvement programmes Collaborate with central functions including Legal, ER and Compensation & Benefits teams Support ongoing projects This is a highly visible role requiring strong influencing skills, commercial awareness and the ability to balance strategic input with hands-on operational delivery. About You We are looking for a confident and credible HR leader who thrives in a manufacturing setting and enjoys being embedded in the operation. You will bring: Proven HR leadership experience within a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing desirable) Essential experience working in a unionised setting Strong experience leading pay negotiations and managing union relationships A track record of developing and nurturing HR teams Experience operating as part of a Senior Leadership Team The ability to influence, challenge and partner at senior level A hands-on, visible and approachable leadership style Strong change management and engagement experience Commercial awareness and sound judgement Most importantly, you will be a strong people leader - someone who can bring stability, energy and direction, develop capability within the HR team, and foster collaboration across the site. Working Arrangements Predominantly site-based (5 days per week), with some flexibility for occasional home working Flexibility around start and finish times Open, collaborative office environment (approx. 60 office-based colleagues) A "small company within a bigger company" feel - autonomy within a wider corporate framework Why Join? Opportunity to play a key leadership role during a significant period of business change High visibility and influence at site and UK level A supportive SLT and engaged workforce Real scope to shape, improve and strengthen people processes Immediate impact opportunity Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. This role is responsible for managing the Rail Systems projects through the development of the specification and tender documents, procurement and the subsequent delivery of the project. As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing the Rail Systems projects through all stages of the lifecycle including the delivery of the design, construction, testing and commissioning of the Track Systems including the delivery supply contracts for Slab Track, Switches and Crossings and Long Welded Rail. As a Senior Project Manager for Rail Systems delivery project(s) at HS2 you will be responsible for the successful delivery of the contract(s) to time, budget, scope and quality. You will be joining HS2 at an exciting time as we move into design of the Rail Systems projects. The scope of the contracts will bring innovative technology to the UK railway and support delivery of this transformational project. About the Role To be responsible for providing project management support to one or more of the Heads of Delivery / Client Directors for their allocated project. To be responsible for supporting in the successful delivery of Railway Systems objectives outcomes. Interface with relevant Railway Systems stakeholders, for their project, as required. To be responsible for the monitoring of the change generated from both the Construction/Delivery teams is appropriately managed; including scope changes and cost changes that impact on the affordability of the project, escalating issues to Client Director / Head of Delivery as required. To be responsible for robust reporting on the progression of their project deliverables to the Head of Delivery and more broadly within the Railway systems programme at any required forums / panels, on a routine and ad hoc basis. To be responsible to Head of Delivery for ensuring that project plans are developed, maintained, and analysed in order to identify and mitigate delivery risks. To be responsible to Head of Delivery in identifying and ensuring that appropriate mitigating actions are implemented to address potential milestone slippages and escalating issues as required. To be actively involved in the integrated HS2 team, including matrixed team members and any agency staff or consultants, providing day to day co-ordination to deliver project and / or contract requirements to the agreed schedule. To manage the package contractor(s) to ensure successful delivery of the project to time, budget, scope, and quality. To ensure the project is successfully integrated with other related HS2 and Network Rail projects. To manage the solution development of the named delivery projects. Responsible for providing controlled input to the Client Cost Estimate(s), delivery logistics, key milestones and time, cost, quality and safety targets to ensure objectives are achieved in line with overall programme plans. Responsible for managing and delivering the required assurance and governance process across the named delivery project(s). To undertake the duties of the Project Manager under an NEC3 contract. Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. About You Skills: Project management - the ability to develop, plan and integrate projects to optimise target costs and project benefits. Skills profile aligned to APM Project Manager (advanced). Problem solving - identifying problems and reviewing related information to manage the development and evaluation of options and the implementation of solutions. This includes the management and planning of multiple workstreams, considering the competing demands of stakeholders, cost, time and quality. Decision Quality - identifying the necessary information, managing the gathering and synthesising of that information, facilitating the identification of options and the application of judgement based on logic and reason. Clear direction - Analysing inputs, assessing data, defining strategies and documenting supporting rationales. Influencing & Negotiating Skills - including internal functions, external supply chain partners and other stakeholders. Collaboration - communication, openness, fostering debate, adaptability and agility and, achieving consensus whilst dealing with dissent. Knowledge: Understanding of the project management knowledge aligned to the level of APM Project Manager (advanced) Understanding of the ethical and legal framework of public procurement. Understanding of the technical elements and architecture of the relevant scope of work within the overall HS2 programme Understanding of the nature of the relevant contract structures and the design and application of appropriate contract and supplier performance systems. Understanding the relationship between contract reporting, project cost reporting, programme and business reporting and the criticality of this to business performance Understanding of risk identification and management Understanding of project schedule management, dependencies and risk assessment Understanding of stakeholder management and creation and maintenance of a collaborative working environment involving multiple parties with differing priorities and agendas. Degree level qualification in project management, engineering, commercial management and/or the equivalent experience. Type of experience: Experience of the entire project lifecycle including planning, procuring, developing and implementing railways systems project activities. Experience of working across functions and disciplines to deliver complex objectives Experience of supporting, developing and managing people directly and in a matrix environment. We ask for a variety of detail in your online application, however we perform the first assessment of suitability for a role based solely on the information in your CV. In a further development of our efforts to create a more diverse workforce, your CV will be anonymised and personal information will be removed during the first stage of the application review. This removes bias from the process and makes it even more important that you attach an updated word version of your CV for each new application ensuring you include evidence directly related to the criteria in the job advert. Watch this video on how we remove bias in the recruitment process: Removing bias in the recruitment process - YouTube Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered. About Us High Speed 2 (HS2 Ltd) will be the UK's new high speed rail network. As well as improving capacity, the new scheme will shorten journey times between a number of Britain's major population centres, boost the economy and create thousands of jobs. HS2 Ltd will create a skills legacy and develop a diverse range of talent. We aim to be a leader in EDI practice by creating a safe & inclusive working environment for all our staff - living our values of Safety, Respect, Integrity and Leadership. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. HS2 Ltd is also a safety-critical organisation. Employees are required to ensure reasonable care of their own and others' health and safety by taking personal responsibility for working to our 'Safe at Heart' programme principles and following safe working procedures at all times. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. Job Info Job Identification 260032 Job Category Project Management Posting Date 02/04/2026, 09:13 AM Apply Before 02/28/2026, 11:59 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 2 Snowhill, Birmingham, B4 6GA, GB Permanent or Fixed Term Contract Permanent
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. This role is responsible for managing the Rail Systems projects through the development of the specification and tender documents, procurement and the subsequent delivery of the project. As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing the Rail Systems projects through all stages of the lifecycle including the delivery of the design, construction, testing and commissioning of the Track Systems including the delivery supply contracts for Slab Track, Switches and Crossings and Long Welded Rail. As a Senior Project Manager for Rail Systems delivery project(s) at HS2 you will be responsible for the successful delivery of the contract(s) to time, budget, scope and quality. You will be joining HS2 at an exciting time as we move into design of the Rail Systems projects. The scope of the contracts will bring innovative technology to the UK railway and support delivery of this transformational project. About the Role To be responsible for providing project management support to one or more of the Heads of Delivery / Client Directors for their allocated project. To be responsible for supporting in the successful delivery of Railway Systems objectives outcomes. Interface with relevant Railway Systems stakeholders, for their project, as required. To be responsible for the monitoring of the change generated from both the Construction/Delivery teams is appropriately managed; including scope changes and cost changes that impact on the affordability of the project, escalating issues to Client Director / Head of Delivery as required. To be responsible for robust reporting on the progression of their project deliverables to the Head of Delivery and more broadly within the Railway systems programme at any required forums / panels, on a routine and ad hoc basis. To be responsible to Head of Delivery for ensuring that project plans are developed, maintained, and analysed in order to identify and mitigate delivery risks. To be responsible to Head of Delivery in identifying and ensuring that appropriate mitigating actions are implemented to address potential milestone slippages and escalating issues as required. To be actively involved in the integrated HS2 team, including matrixed team members and any agency staff or consultants, providing day to day co-ordination to deliver project and / or contract requirements to the agreed schedule. To manage the package contractor(s) to ensure successful delivery of the project to time, budget, scope, and quality. To ensure the project is successfully integrated with other related HS2 and Network Rail projects. To manage the solution development of the named delivery projects. Responsible for providing controlled input to the Client Cost Estimate(s), delivery logistics, key milestones and time, cost, quality and safety targets to ensure objectives are achieved in line with overall programme plans. Responsible for managing and delivering the required assurance and governance process across the named delivery project(s). To undertake the duties of the Project Manager under an NEC3 contract. Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. About You Skills: Project management - the ability to develop, plan and integrate projects to optimise target costs and project benefits. Skills profile aligned to APM Project Manager (advanced). Problem solving - identifying problems and reviewing related information to manage the development and evaluation of options and the implementation of solutions. This includes the management and planning of multiple workstreams, considering the competing demands of stakeholders, cost, time and quality. Decision Quality - identifying the necessary information, managing the gathering and synthesising of that information, facilitating the identification of options and the application of judgement based on logic and reason. Clear direction - Analysing inputs, assessing data, defining strategies and documenting supporting rationales. Influencing & Negotiating Skills - including internal functions, external supply chain partners and other stakeholders. Collaboration - communication, openness, fostering debate, adaptability and agility and, achieving consensus whilst dealing with dissent. Knowledge: Understanding of the project management knowledge aligned to the level of APM Project Manager (advanced) Understanding of the ethical and legal framework of public procurement. Understanding of the technical elements and architecture of the relevant scope of work within the overall HS2 programme Understanding of the nature of the relevant contract structures and the design and application of appropriate contract and supplier performance systems. Understanding the relationship between contract reporting, project cost reporting, programme and business reporting and the criticality of this to business performance Understanding of risk identification and management Understanding of project schedule management, dependencies and risk assessment Understanding of stakeholder management and creation and maintenance of a collaborative working environment involving multiple parties with differing priorities and agendas. Degree level qualification in project management, engineering, commercial management and/or the equivalent experience. Type of experience: Experience of the entire project lifecycle including planning, procuring, developing and implementing railways systems project activities. Experience of working across functions and disciplines to deliver complex objectives Experience of supporting, developing and managing people directly and in a matrix environment. We ask for a variety of detail in your online application, however we perform the first assessment of suitability for a role based solely on the information in your CV. In a further development of our efforts to create a more diverse workforce, your CV will be anonymised and personal information will be removed during the first stage of the application review. This removes bias from the process and makes it even more important that you attach an updated word version of your CV for each new application ensuring you include evidence directly related to the criteria in the job advert. Watch this video on how we remove bias in the recruitment process: Removing bias in the recruitment process - YouTube Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered. About Us High Speed 2 (HS2 Ltd) will be the UK's new high speed rail network. As well as improving capacity, the new scheme will shorten journey times between a number of Britain's major population centres, boost the economy and create thousands of jobs. HS2 Ltd will create a skills legacy and develop a diverse range of talent. We aim to be a leader in EDI practice by creating a safe & inclusive working environment for all our staff - living our values of Safety, Respect, Integrity and Leadership. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. HS2 Ltd is also a safety-critical organisation. Employees are required to ensure reasonable care of their own and others' health and safety by taking personal responsibility for working to our 'Safe at Heart' programme principles and following safe working procedures at all times. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. Job Info Job Identification 260032 Job Category Project Management Posting Date 02/04/2026, 09:13 AM Apply Before 02/28/2026, 11:59 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 2 Snowhill, Birmingham, B4 6GA, GB Permanent or Fixed Term Contract Permanent
We are looking for a Head of People / HR Manager to take ownership of the employee experience and help shape a strong, positive company culture. You'll be responsible for delivering seamless HR operations across reward, payroll, training, field coaching, and employee lifecycle management, while ensuring HR strategy supports the business and its growth.This role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis and is office-based, providing the opportunity to work closely with the leadership team. Key Responsibilities Ensure workplace policies are fit for purpose, aligned to company values, consistently applied, and well embedded. Proactively manage employee relations through root cause analysis, clear communication, and manager training. Implement a "Fast, Firm, Fair" approach to employee relations, balancing service continuity with full adherence to UK labour laws. Support the development and implementation of performance appraisal systems to assess and enhance employee performance. Oversee the design and delivery of engaging training programmes to drive service excellence and compliance. Provide field coaching and support to strengthen management capability and confidence. Assist in the design and implementation of an internal job grading system to support reward benchmarking and career progression. Lead the annual salary review process. Maximise the use of HRIS to improve manager and employee self-serve facilities. Ensure accurate employee records, contracts, and HR documentation, delivering timely and accurate reporting metrics. Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing and manage the relationship with outsourced payroll providers. Key skills: Proven experience in a similar HR/People role - we are open to all backgrounds although experience in Real Estate would be a bonus! Strong leadership and team management experience Payroll oversight and familiarity with outsourced payroll arrangements HRIS optimisation and process mapping Process-driven with the ability to improve and streamline HR operations Positive advocate for the business and company culture Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Resilient and adaptable under pressure Strong commitment to purpose and organisational values Capable of managing multiple priorities effectively Apply today!
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Head of People / HR Manager to take ownership of the employee experience and help shape a strong, positive company culture. You'll be responsible for delivering seamless HR operations across reward, payroll, training, field coaching, and employee lifecycle management, while ensuring HR strategy supports the business and its growth.This role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis and is office-based, providing the opportunity to work closely with the leadership team. Key Responsibilities Ensure workplace policies are fit for purpose, aligned to company values, consistently applied, and well embedded. Proactively manage employee relations through root cause analysis, clear communication, and manager training. Implement a "Fast, Firm, Fair" approach to employee relations, balancing service continuity with full adherence to UK labour laws. Support the development and implementation of performance appraisal systems to assess and enhance employee performance. Oversee the design and delivery of engaging training programmes to drive service excellence and compliance. Provide field coaching and support to strengthen management capability and confidence. Assist in the design and implementation of an internal job grading system to support reward benchmarking and career progression. Lead the annual salary review process. Maximise the use of HRIS to improve manager and employee self-serve facilities. Ensure accurate employee records, contracts, and HR documentation, delivering timely and accurate reporting metrics. Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing and manage the relationship with outsourced payroll providers. Key skills: Proven experience in a similar HR/People role - we are open to all backgrounds although experience in Real Estate would be a bonus! Strong leadership and team management experience Payroll oversight and familiarity with outsourced payroll arrangements HRIS optimisation and process mapping Process-driven with the ability to improve and streamline HR operations Positive advocate for the business and company culture Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Resilient and adaptable under pressure Strong commitment to purpose and organisational values Capable of managing multiple priorities effectively Apply today!
The Human Resources Business Partner will lead all aspects of HR across ParalympicsGB and oversee the design, coordination, and delivery of learning and development (L&D) for a workforce of approximately 50 employees. REPORTS TO: Head of Governance, Planning, and Risk TYPE OF CONTRACT: 12-Month Fixed Term SALARY BAND: £54,000 - £60,000 (Pro Rata) dependent on professional qualifications and experience HOURS OF WORK: Part-Time, 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE). Fixed Working Days Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. LOCATION: London (Hybrid arrangements available in line with organisational policy). This role is central to ensuring that ParalympicsGB maintains a positive, high performing culture, underpinned by effective people management, robust HR processes, and meaningful development opportunities for all staff. Working three days per week (0.6 FTE), the postholder will act as the organisation s primary HR contact, providing expert guidance to Directors, Heads of Department and Managers, and ensuring compliance with current UK employment legislation and best practice, supported by continuous professional development. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Human Resources Management Serve as the first point of contact for all HR matters across the organisation, providing expert advice and support to managers on: employee relations, performance, conduct, absence, wellbeing, family-friendly accommodations (e.g. flexible working requests). Manage HR casework as it arises, ensuring timely, fair and legally compliant resolution. Ensure compliance with employment law, safeguarding requirements and internal governance standards; appropriately maintaining and updating HR policies, procedures, and employee records. Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring a positive and inclusive candidate experience. Support organisational initiatives related to inclusion, diversity, equality and accessibility. Support organisational change as required, ensuring effective communication and engagement throughout. Proactively maintain awareness of legislative changes and HR best practice through continuous professional development, sharing implications and recommendations with leadership. Line Management of the Recruitment and Corporate Services Officer. Reward and Job Evaluation Understand, evaluate and advise on benefits and reward packages, ensuring they remain competitive, equitable and aligned to organisational values. Contribute to job evaluation processes and develop/update job descriptions in line with market expectations and internal consistency. Performance Framework Administration Lead the administration and continuous improvement of ParalympicsGB s performance management framework. Ensure Directors, Heads of Department and Managers conduct regular performance conversations with their teams. Provide guidance and training to managers on effective performance management, including standards and tools for high-quality objective setting, mid-year check-ins and year-end reviews. Monitor and assure the quality of objectives and performance review conversations, ensuring fairness, consistency and alignment to organisational goals. Collect and analyse performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Report performance insights and recommendations to senior leadership and inform succession and L&D priorities. Learning and Development Oversee delivery of an annual learning and development programme for all staff in partnership with senior leadership and the Corporate Services team. Ensure every employee has an up-to-date individual learning and development plan. Identify organisational training needs and coordinate workshops, training sessions, and development opportunities; sourcing appropriate internal or external solutions as needed, supported by the Corporate Services team. Evaluate the impact of L&D initiatives and recommend improvements. People, Culture and Organisational Development Contribute to initiatives that strengthen organisational culture, staff engagement and wellbeing. Support workforce planning and organisational development projects. Promote ParalympicsGB s values and commitment to a positive, inclusive working environment. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Essential A recognised HR qualification (e.g., CIPD Level 5 or above). Significant experience in a similar HR Business Partner or HR Business Partner/L&D combined role. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Experience managing employee relations cases with confidence and professionalism. Demonstrated ability to design and deliver learning and development programmes. Experience administering a performance framework and supporting managers to set high-quality objectives and conduct effective reviews. Desirable Experience working in a charity, sport, or high performance environment. Knowledge of safeguarding and wellbeing frameworks. Experience supporting organisational culture or change initiatives. Expertise in inclusion, diversity, equality and accessibility strategies (policy, training and measurement). Experience designing and implementing quality assurance processes for performance management. Experience with reward and benefits evaluation, market benchmarking and job evaluation methodologies. Behavioural Competencies and Qualities Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Ability to operate with absolute discretion on confidential matters, with an understanding of when to escalate issues as appropriate Committed, enthusiastic and motivated Willingness and desire to entertain new ideas and seize opportunities Willingness to accept and encourage constructive challenges A willingness to do what is needed to get the job done This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and may be amended from time to time in the light of the changing needs of the organisation through appropriate processes of consultation and the mutual agreement of both parties. VALUES ParalympicsGB is an organisation with a unique role and key responsibilities within the UK high performance system. Delivery of our ambitions very much relies on both working in partnership with others, and by focusing on our two strategic priorities: taking the best prepared team to each summer and winter Games and inspiring social change. As an organisation we are committed to three values: excellence, respect, and integrity. Every ParalympicsGB member is expected to adhere to: Excellence Everything we do reflects our ambition to be world leading. We care deeply about what we do and bring a flexible, positive, and progressive approach to our interactions with others. Like the athletes that we support, we will always challenge ourselves and others to do better. Respect Our relationships with each other, our partners and the wider community are based on respect, trust, and a deep-seated belief in diversity, inclusion, and the value of our differences. Integrity We demand the highest standards from ourselves and others, seeking always to do the right thing and to engage with openness and transparency in all that we do.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
The Human Resources Business Partner will lead all aspects of HR across ParalympicsGB and oversee the design, coordination, and delivery of learning and development (L&D) for a workforce of approximately 50 employees. REPORTS TO: Head of Governance, Planning, and Risk TYPE OF CONTRACT: 12-Month Fixed Term SALARY BAND: £54,000 - £60,000 (Pro Rata) dependent on professional qualifications and experience HOURS OF WORK: Part-Time, 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE). Fixed Working Days Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. LOCATION: London (Hybrid arrangements available in line with organisational policy). This role is central to ensuring that ParalympicsGB maintains a positive, high performing culture, underpinned by effective people management, robust HR processes, and meaningful development opportunities for all staff. Working three days per week (0.6 FTE), the postholder will act as the organisation s primary HR contact, providing expert guidance to Directors, Heads of Department and Managers, and ensuring compliance with current UK employment legislation and best practice, supported by continuous professional development. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Human Resources Management Serve as the first point of contact for all HR matters across the organisation, providing expert advice and support to managers on: employee relations, performance, conduct, absence, wellbeing, family-friendly accommodations (e.g. flexible working requests). Manage HR casework as it arises, ensuring timely, fair and legally compliant resolution. Ensure compliance with employment law, safeguarding requirements and internal governance standards; appropriately maintaining and updating HR policies, procedures, and employee records. Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring a positive and inclusive candidate experience. Support organisational initiatives related to inclusion, diversity, equality and accessibility. Support organisational change as required, ensuring effective communication and engagement throughout. Proactively maintain awareness of legislative changes and HR best practice through continuous professional development, sharing implications and recommendations with leadership. Line Management of the Recruitment and Corporate Services Officer. Reward and Job Evaluation Understand, evaluate and advise on benefits and reward packages, ensuring they remain competitive, equitable and aligned to organisational values. Contribute to job evaluation processes and develop/update job descriptions in line with market expectations and internal consistency. Performance Framework Administration Lead the administration and continuous improvement of ParalympicsGB s performance management framework. Ensure Directors, Heads of Department and Managers conduct regular performance conversations with their teams. Provide guidance and training to managers on effective performance management, including standards and tools for high-quality objective setting, mid-year check-ins and year-end reviews. Monitor and assure the quality of objectives and performance review conversations, ensuring fairness, consistency and alignment to organisational goals. Collect and analyse performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Report performance insights and recommendations to senior leadership and inform succession and L&D priorities. Learning and Development Oversee delivery of an annual learning and development programme for all staff in partnership with senior leadership and the Corporate Services team. Ensure every employee has an up-to-date individual learning and development plan. Identify organisational training needs and coordinate workshops, training sessions, and development opportunities; sourcing appropriate internal or external solutions as needed, supported by the Corporate Services team. Evaluate the impact of L&D initiatives and recommend improvements. People, Culture and Organisational Development Contribute to initiatives that strengthen organisational culture, staff engagement and wellbeing. Support workforce planning and organisational development projects. Promote ParalympicsGB s values and commitment to a positive, inclusive working environment. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Essential A recognised HR qualification (e.g., CIPD Level 5 or above). Significant experience in a similar HR Business Partner or HR Business Partner/L&D combined role. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Experience managing employee relations cases with confidence and professionalism. Demonstrated ability to design and deliver learning and development programmes. Experience administering a performance framework and supporting managers to set high-quality objectives and conduct effective reviews. Desirable Experience working in a charity, sport, or high performance environment. Knowledge of safeguarding and wellbeing frameworks. Experience supporting organisational culture or change initiatives. Expertise in inclusion, diversity, equality and accessibility strategies (policy, training and measurement). Experience designing and implementing quality assurance processes for performance management. Experience with reward and benefits evaluation, market benchmarking and job evaluation methodologies. Behavioural Competencies and Qualities Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Ability to operate with absolute discretion on confidential matters, with an understanding of when to escalate issues as appropriate Committed, enthusiastic and motivated Willingness and desire to entertain new ideas and seize opportunities Willingness to accept and encourage constructive challenges A willingness to do what is needed to get the job done This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and may be amended from time to time in the light of the changing needs of the organisation through appropriate processes of consultation and the mutual agreement of both parties. VALUES ParalympicsGB is an organisation with a unique role and key responsibilities within the UK high performance system. Delivery of our ambitions very much relies on both working in partnership with others, and by focusing on our two strategic priorities: taking the best prepared team to each summer and winter Games and inspiring social change. As an organisation we are committed to three values: excellence, respect, and integrity. Every ParalympicsGB member is expected to adhere to: Excellence Everything we do reflects our ambition to be world leading. We care deeply about what we do and bring a flexible, positive, and progressive approach to our interactions with others. Like the athletes that we support, we will always challenge ourselves and others to do better. Respect Our relationships with each other, our partners and the wider community are based on respect, trust, and a deep-seated belief in diversity, inclusion, and the value of our differences. Integrity We demand the highest standards from ourselves and others, seeking always to do the right thing and to engage with openness and transparency in all that we do.
? WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page. ? ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and forward-thinking Capital Project Manager to oversee the management and development of the school estate. Reporting to the Head of Estates and Projects and working with the estates team, you will be responsible for delivering the capital developments across the estate, including a focus on new schools, sustainability projects and efficiency standards. ? MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: Managing SCA project priorities, budgets and delivery from inception to end of defects Managing the opening and delivery of new free schools with the DfE, design teams and local authorities Managing and supporting estate condition, maintenance and asset management Managing capital elements of academy conversion projects Planning, procuring and delivering high-quality estate and project services Managing and monitoring external technical advisors Managing health & safety across all project lifecycles Managing third-party suppliers and consultants Managing consultations, admissions, branding, marketing, FF&E and uniforms for new schools Providing professional property services and ensuring compliance with legislation and regulations Assisting with estate-related policies, procedures and statutory frameworks Contributing to capital fund prioritisation and overseeing capital projects Assisting in developing a carbon reduction strategy Managing and supporting key building programmes and reporting to senior leaders Contributing to monthly project performance reports WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: A relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in a project management environment Evidence of continued professional development Project management experience within education, not-for-profit or public sector Experience of coordinating projects in complex and challenging environments Demonstrable successful delivery of project outputs to required time, quality and cost The ability to interpret and present complex information to inform robust recommendations for evidence-based practice and decision-making Proven and well-developed interpersonal skills, including excellent written and spoken communication Good administrative, finance and organisational skills Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications, including strong Excel skills The ability to work independently and flexibly with your own initiative on various ongoing projects A professional working ethic and a commitment to high standards The ability to ensure that confidentiality is always maintained The ability to upskill oneself with new areas of expertise For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. ? APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, t his will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. ? WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
? WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page. ? ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and forward-thinking Capital Project Manager to oversee the management and development of the school estate. Reporting to the Head of Estates and Projects and working with the estates team, you will be responsible for delivering the capital developments across the estate, including a focus on new schools, sustainability projects and efficiency standards. ? MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: Managing SCA project priorities, budgets and delivery from inception to end of defects Managing the opening and delivery of new free schools with the DfE, design teams and local authorities Managing and supporting estate condition, maintenance and asset management Managing capital elements of academy conversion projects Planning, procuring and delivering high-quality estate and project services Managing and monitoring external technical advisors Managing health & safety across all project lifecycles Managing third-party suppliers and consultants Managing consultations, admissions, branding, marketing, FF&E and uniforms for new schools Providing professional property services and ensuring compliance with legislation and regulations Assisting with estate-related policies, procedures and statutory frameworks Contributing to capital fund prioritisation and overseeing capital projects Assisting in developing a carbon reduction strategy Managing and supporting key building programmes and reporting to senior leaders Contributing to monthly project performance reports WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: A relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in a project management environment Evidence of continued professional development Project management experience within education, not-for-profit or public sector Experience of coordinating projects in complex and challenging environments Demonstrable successful delivery of project outputs to required time, quality and cost The ability to interpret and present complex information to inform robust recommendations for evidence-based practice and decision-making Proven and well-developed interpersonal skills, including excellent written and spoken communication Good administrative, finance and organisational skills Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications, including strong Excel skills The ability to work independently and flexibly with your own initiative on various ongoing projects A professional working ethic and a commitment to high standards The ability to ensure that confidentiality is always maintained The ability to upskill oneself with new areas of expertise For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. ? APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, t his will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. ? WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
