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Make a Meaningful Difference in Children's Oral Health Community Dental Services CIC is an award-winning, employee-owned social enterprise, delivering high-quality, compassionate dental care to vulnerable and underserved communities across East and Central England. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry to join our Norfolk & Waveney team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with a wide range of children and young people with complex dental needs in a supportive, collaborative environment. About the Role You will provide specialist paediatric dental care across community settings in Norfolk and Waveney, with most of your time based at Siskin Dental Centre, Norwich. You will also deliver sessions at other local clinics and provide treatment under general anaesthesia in acute hospital settings. Your work will include: Delivering comprehensive oral care to children and adolescents with additional needs, complex medical conditions, and behavioural challenges Leading paediatric dentistry provision across the service and supporting clinical governance activities Supporting and mentoring dental officers and senior clinicians with complex cases Providing expert advice to general dental practitioners, other healthcare professionals, and carers Actively engaging in the Paediatric Managed Clinical Network (MCN) and regional service development Leading or supporting sedation and GA services as needed What We Offer: 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) Access to the NHS Pension Scheme Full clinical indemnity provided by CDS CIC Mileage allowance for travel across sites Surgery uniform provided Supportive mentorship and opportunities for professional development Chance to work within an employee-owned organisation, where your voice and ideas matter Involvement in regional networks and service innovation A fulfilling role in a patient-focused, values-led service with no UDA pressures What We're Looking For Essential: Fully registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) and on the Specialist List in Paediatric Dentistry, or within 6 months of achieving CCST Active NHS Performer Number Significant clinical experience in paediatric and special care dentistry Experience in providing treatment under general anaesthesia Experience in inhalation sedation Excellent team-working, leadership, and communication skills A valid UK driving licence and access to a car Desirable: Postgraduate qualification in sedation (e.g., Diploma, MSc) Experience in intravenous sedation Evidence of research, audit, or teaching experience Hospital-based paediatric dentistry experience Leadership or project management experience JOB DESCRIPTION POST: Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry GRADE: Band C RESPONSIBLE TO: Clinical Director ACCOUNTABLE TO: Clinical Lead ROLE SUMMARY: The post holder will be required to provide Specialist clinical cover at a range of community sites within Norfolk & Waveney. The majority of the post will be based at Siskin Dental Centre, Norwich with sessions at other clinics and general anaesthetic sessions at acute hospital sites in Norfolk & Waveney as required. Key Duties and Responsibilities: To provide a full range of oral care for children and adolescents with learning difficulties, complex medical problems, severe behavioural problems and other priority groups as agreed with the commissioners, using a full range of techniques including behavioural management, sedation and general anaesthetic where appropriate. To take clinical responsibilities for a caseload including comprehensive diagnostic, preventive, restorative and surgical care in both a clinic setting and under general anaesthesia. To provide leadership in paediatric dentistry for the service and actively contribute to the Clinical Governance programme, providing relevant reports if required To provide clinical support for dentists within the service with complex cases including those where treatment under general anaesthetic is necessary. To provide advice to local GDPs and other healthcare professionals or care providers where appropriate. To support and advise the Clinical Director, Chief Operating Officer, Clinical Lead and Operations Manager RELATIONSHIPS: Work in conjunction with the Clinical Lead, Chief Operating Officer, Clinical Director, other Consultants and Specialists, Senior Dental Officers and Dental Officers, particularly those involved in providing sedation within the service. Liaise with colleagues in Community Dental Services, Hospital and General Dental Services; commissioning and training leads; professional networks PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Responsibilities: Provide support to the dental team with respect to treatment planning and provision of comprehensive dental care under general anaesthesia. Undertake thorough examination and assessment of patients and deliver a full and comprehensive range of dental care to the client group in order to render them dentally fit in a caring, safe and efficient way. Plan and manage care where there are complex medical co-morbidities or the situation requires the involvement of other professionals and/or carers to resolve complex patient management issues as agreed with local commissioning. Plan, develop and implement programmes to prevent disease and promote health in target groups within the population if required to do so. Identify commonly occurring medical emergencies and lead the dental team in the appropriate first line management of the emergency, using appropriate techniques equipment and drugs. Keep up to date with developments in this area and/or able to advise other members of the team and take responsibility for organising the training and resources for the acute management of medical emergencies within the main clinic of responsibility. Use appropriate local anaesthetic and patient management approaches to control pain and anxiety during dental treatment. This will include the use of sedation. Responsible for organising training and resources in support of the availability of sedation within the service if required to do so. Provide comprehensive dental assessment and treatment under General Anaesthetic in a hospital setting. Undertake the diagnosis, selection of appropriate restorative technique and delivery of restoration or replacement of teeth in an effective way. Undertake a range of restorative techniques. Undertake the diagnosis, selection of appropriate periodontal techniques and delivery of periodontal care in an effective way. Routine exodontia and/or simple surgical exodontias. Organise clinical teaching and training programmes if required and support others in relation to paediatric dental care. To Attend and actively participate in the Paediatric Dentistry Managed Clinical Network (MCN) meetings and activities. Engage collaboratively with other MCN members to contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality paediatric dental services across the region. Share clinical expertise and insights, supporting service improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice. Contribute to strategic planning, service evaluation, and the implementation of regional guidelines and pathways Job Description Status The above job description is indicative only. It is intended to represent current priorities and is not meant to be an exhaustive list. The post holder may from time to time be asked to undertake other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grade. Any changes to this job description to take account of changing service needs will be made in discussion with the post holder This job description and the role will be reviewed as part of the Personal Development Review process to take account of changing needs /development of the service. To meet the evolving needs of the organisation you may also be required to provide cover in other areas following appropriate discussion. KEY OUTCOMES: Appropriate clinical dental care, examination and screening provided to a high standard for clients of the Community Dental Service and recognised Professional Standards. Assist the service in managing the referrals received and work with Operations team to manage the allocation and assessment of referrals among the clinicians working at local clinics. Work with clinicians throughout Norfolk & Waveney CDS to ensure effective management of clinical diaries enabling efficiency in the number of patients assessed, thereby reducing any backlog of referrals and failure to meet required targets and key performance indicators. Actively participate in and contribute to CDS peer review activities and clinical supervision/audit meetings To ensure that there is adherence to acceptance and discharge criteria for children referred to the service To provide training, advice and support to the service and other members of the dental team.

Program Director, Fellowship Compensation: £90,000 - £115,000+ in the UK; $140,000 - $190,000+ in the US Location: London / San Francisco (preferred); New York or Washington DC possible. Application deadline: Sunday, March 8, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close early if a strong candidate is hired. The Tarbell Fellowship is one of the most competitive journalism programs in the world. We select 20 fellows from 1,600+ applicants and provide fully-funded placements at Bloomberg, The Guardian, TIME, and MIT Technology Review. We're hiring a Fellowship Program Director to scale it during a critical period for AI reporting, leading the team that makes it happen. In your first year, you'll grow the program from 15 to 30+ fellows annually, with ownership of a $3.5M+ budget. Strong performers will have a clear path to Chief Programs Officer within 18-24 months, overseeing all talent programs with a combined budget of $8M+. This is a rare opportunity to build a global network of AI reporters with the knowledge and resources required to cover AI during a transformative period. About the Tarbell Center The Tarbell Center for AI Journalism supports journalism that helps society navigate the development and deployment of advanced AI. We provide funding and training to strengthen AI reporting at major news outlets. Since 2023, we've raised $20M in funding and supported 50+ journalists through fellowships, grants, and residencies. We're now entering a period of rapid expansion as we scale from a $4M budget in 2025 to $14M by 2027. Across our programs, we've supported a wide range of impactful reporting: Accountability reporting: Our journalists have broken corporate accountability stories about OpenAI's legal tactics against nonprofits and xAI violating its own safety policies . A recent investigation about Character.AI's failure to protect minors on its platform contributed to the company banning under-18s within a week of publication. AI policy coverage: Our reporters have produced expert policy analysis , revealed exclusive information about state-level AI policy developments, and investigated AI policy lobbying . Impacts from AI: Coverage of the impacts from current systems, ranging from the climate impacts to mass discrimination , and the emerging risks from frontier models, such as sabotaging shutdown mechanisms or helping engineer pandemics . Sensemaking: We've supported explanatory journalism that helps the public make sense of the circular funding deals , advancements in automating AI R&D , military integration , and developments in China . We believe journalism will be essential to helping society understand and respond to AI advancements in the coming years. By 2030, we aim to grow Tarbell into the leading institution supporting AI journalism globally - providing the funding and training needed to make that possible. About the role As Program Director, you'll lead the team behind our Tarbell Fellowship. The fellowship is in a strong position - $6.5m in secured funding, 25+ newsroom partnerships, and 1,600+ applications this year. We're now looking for an exceptional leader who can take this from 15 fellows to 30+ annually while maintaining the exceptionally high bar that has made the fellowship one of the most competitive journalism programs in the world. You'll own the fellowship end-to-end. That means setting the strategy, selecting the fellows, shaping the curriculum, and managing the team that executes it all. The Executive Director will be a thought partner, but the program is yours to run. What you'll inherit: A program that's achieved strong outcomes to date and is ready to scale 2x this year $6.5m in secured funding for the fellowship through 2027 Marketing and recruitment processes that recently attracted 1,600+ applications A team of 2 with experience spanning journalism, AI policy, and computer science Strong relationships with 25+ newsroom partners, including Bloomberg, The Guardian, and many morw A 3-month training curriculum, covering AI and journalism fundamentals Ideas for how to expand the fellowship in 2027 and beyond (e.g. adding a podcasting fellowship, a video/documentary fellowship, an editorial fellowship, a Substack fellowship) Strong performers will have a clear path to Chief Programs Officer within 18-24 months, overseeing the fellowship, residency, and future talent programs with a combined budget of $8M+. Responsibilities: Program strategy and leadership: You'll own the fellowship end-to-end. This means setting the vision, defining annual goals, and making the key decisions that determine whether the program succeeds. You'll work closely with the Executive Director as a thought partner, but the fellowship is yours to run. People management: You'll build and lead a growing team, starting with 2 direct reports, potentially growing to 5+ over time. This includes hiring, coaching, and developing your team members. "Hire the best, then invest" is a core operating value at Tarbell - you'll help your people develop into increasingly senior roles with greater responsibility. Fellow recruitment and selection: You'll design recruitment strategies to attract 2,000+ applications annually from top emerging journalists and AI talent globally. You'll lead our multi-stage vetting process-reviewing applications, evaluating writing samples, conducting interviews-and make final selection decisions. The top 0.1% of potential candidates should end up in our program; you'll ensure this happens. Training and curriculum: You'll oversee our 10-week AI Journalism Fundamentals course and week-long Bay Area Summit. This means shaping the curriculum, recruiting expert speakers and instructors, and continuously improving the program based on fellow feedback. Past speakers have included Jack Clark (Anthropic), Kevin Roose (NYT), Helen Toner (ex-OpenAI board), and senior reporters from the Financial Times, Bloomberg, and TIME. Systems and operations: You'll build scalable systems for recruitment, training, placement, and ongoing fellow support - ensuring the fellowship can grow from 15 to 30+ fellows without quality dropping. You'll create clear milestones, track progress, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks. Who we're looking for We're open to two distinct candidate profiles: deep expertise in journalism OR artificial intelligence. You need one, not both. Journalism profile: Substantial experience in professional journalism. You understand how newsrooms operate, what makes exceptional reporting, and can evaluate journalistic quality with rigor. You've likely worked at or closely with top-tier outlets, possibly as a senior editor. Ideally, you've trained journalists, and know how to turn people into world-class reporters. AI profile: Strong understanding of AI concepts (transformers, scaling laws, capabilities evaluations) and governance (responsible scaling policies, compute governance). Deep familiarity with the key players and debates in the AI landscape. Whichever profile you come from, you must demonstrate genuine interest and potential in the other domain. AI experts should show they understand what makes great journalism; journalists should show they can engage seriously with technical AI developments. We also expect: Leadership experience. 5+ years of experience managing high-performing teams. You have good judgment about people, can have difficult conversations constructively, and know how to build and lead teams through organizational change. Exceptional project management skills. You build systems that scale, maintain standards under pressure, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks. You might have honed these skills at a leading newsroom, a high-performing startup, a top consulting firm, or a fast-growing AI institution. Independent execution. You take ownership of complex programs and drive them forward without needing constant direction, even when that means doing difficult or unusual work yourself. Talent identification. You can quickly assess whether someone will succeed in a demanding role. You've led hiring rounds before, and have experience evaluating work against world-class standards. You know the difference between "good" and "excellent" and can articulate why. Clear communication. Your writing is concise and persuasive. You can represent the organization professionally in high-stakes situations with newsrooms and stakeholders. Mission alignment. You believe in Tarbell's mission to support journalism that helps society navigate the development and deployment of advanced AI. We care more about evidence of these criteria than a conventional resume. If your background is unusual but you can demonstrate these capabilities, we want to hear from you. Salary and location We'll offer a salary of £90,000 - £115,000+ in the UK; $140,000 - $190,000+ in the US based on experience and seniority. Our benefits include: 33 days of annual leave in total (including national holidays) 16 weeks of paid parental leave, increasing to 24 weeks after 3 years of service $5,000 per year in professional development funding Up to 5% employer contribution towards a standard pension/401(k) For employees based in the US: Platinum health, dental, and vision plans, with 95% of premiums paid for by Tarbell . click apply for full job details

Description Location : Worthing base, covering Mid Sussex Base Salary : £27,942 per year Technical Premium : 5% additional to salary of £1,397 per year (based on base salary) effective from 1 April 2026 - reviewed annually. The technical premium is paid in addition to the base salary in recognition of the external benchmarking for the role. Conditions apply. Essential Car User Allowance: £1,000 per year Hours : 37 per week What you'll be doing: Southdown's Work & Wellbeing Service helps people accessing treatment for mental health support, back into employment. As an Employment Specialist, you'll be working in partnership with Sussex Partnership Foundation Trust and co-located within the Neighbourhood Mental Health Team, with some remote and community-based working. Working as part of the Secondary Mental Health Care team, you'll support clients in treatment for varied mental health issues, assisting them in securing sustainable paid employment in line with their preferences. You will deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model; providing person centred guidance to clients, whilst building positive relationships with local employers to enable clients to move into suitable employment. Do you understand the importance of work and the vital role it can play in the lives of those with mental health conditions? Here's a short video about a day in the life of our mental health Employment Specialist: We welcome applications from candidates with previous experience such as Employability Practitioner, Employment Specialist, Recruiter, Employment Advisor, Employment Support Officer, Career Specialist or Job Coach. Or you may be looking for a new challenge and believe you have the transferable skills to support individuals to fulfill their employment goals. Perks and benefits: Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover. Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car. Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets. Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors. Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service. 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays. Knowledge, skills and experience What you'll need for the role: You will need exceptional communication skills, be reactive to the differing needs of the client and be able to adapt your approach as appropriate. An understanding of the employment needs and challenges for people experiencing mental health issues Knowledge of the principles of co-production and a personalised care approach An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be paid for by Southdown A full driving licence is essential along with access to your own vehicle or a vehicle insured for you What would be nice: Experience supporting clients experiencing mental health challenges, including those in crisis and/or facing complex challenges. Training: Our award winning in house training team will help you to gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex. How to apply: Please click on the 'Apply Now' button and fill out our simple one-page application form. Please note, if we receive a large number of applications then this position may close before the advertised application closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

We're working with a leading London-based insurance broker who are looking to recruit a Senior Professional Indemnity (PI) Underwriter to join their specialist underwriting team. This is a high-profile role offering the opportunity to work on complex PI risks for corporate clients, providing tailored underwriting solutions and supporting business growth in a dynamic, market-leading environment. The Role: As a Senior PI Underwriter, you'll take responsibility for underwriting a portfolio of professional indemnity risks, assessing exposures, negotiating terms, and placing business with insurers. You will work closely with brokers and clients to provide technical expertise and deliver excellent service. Key Responsibilities: Underwriting complex professional indemnity risks across multiple sectors Assessing risk, terms, and pricing to deliver profitable business Negotiating with insurers and managing placements Advising brokers and clients on technical and coverage matters Monitoring portfolio performance and managing risk exposure Mentoring junior underwriters and providing technical guidance Ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines, internal procedures, and FCA regulations About You: Proven experience in Professional Indemnity underwriting Strong technical knowledge of PI lines, including Directors & Officers, Cyber, and E&O Confident dealing with brokers and senior clients Excellent analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills Able to manage a portfolio and work independently FCA-compliant, with strong attention to regulatory standards CII-qualified desirable but not essential What's on Offer: Competitive salary, reflecting experience and seniority Hybrid working options 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme and other benefits Opportunity to work with high-profile corporate clients and complex risks Career progression and professional development within a leading underwriting team This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Senior PI Underwriter to join a prestigious London team, working on complex professional indemnity risks while contributing to business growth and mentoring junior colleagues. Apply today or contact us in confidence for more information.

REFERRALS OFFICER - Full time - 12 months Fixed Term Contract - FOSTERING Location: Home working with a requirement to attend office in London as required Salary: £22,630.06 per annum Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of thePolaris Community- one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of valuesdesigned to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we are one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Just because we are large, does not mean we are impersonal. At FCA we are one big family, and we are committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from Local Authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will have the ability to work independently and use your initiative to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals officer role is the first point of contact between Local Authorities, foster families and Social Workers. You will develop positive relationships with colleagues and be confident communicating with professionals at all levels. It would be beneficial to have experience of working within the children's services sector or similar and to demonstrate your administration skills, ability to follow regulatory policies and processes and the ability to work well within a fast paced team. Full training will be provided. We are a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster carers, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. Actively promote foster parent vacancies by communicating with Local Authorities via telephone and email Build and maintain a strong working relationship with Local Authorities Ensure systems are always up to date and relevant Work to tight deadlines Use Company Performance to ensure foster parents are supported with their vacancies and to help growth within the company Complete Foster Parent Pay - Full training provided Liaise with the Referral Hub to offer cover and support where needed Ensure line Manager is kept up to date on Referrals, matching and any issues in relation to vacancies Attend regular meetings and assist with minuting For more information about this post please contact Tracey Harris, To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.

Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Private Sector Housing Officer for our client a government organisation in Guildford, Surrey. The successful post holder will focus upon ensuring effective and efficient investigations of Private sector Housing complaints, HMO/Caravan licensing, Providing advice to tenants/landlords and the role will involve inspecting Homes for Ukraine Sponsor properties for suitability, liaison with potential and existing hosts and Ukrainian guests and conducting initial welfare checks once placements are made. This role is a temporary contract initially for 5 months with the possibility to extend. They will be working on a hybrid basis, at 3 days in the office 2 days at home, they will be expected to carry out site inspections and will need access to their own vehicle. Background local authority experience required! Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Undertake visits to assess property suitability under the Homes for Ukraine Scheme. Investigate and enforce (where appropriate) housing standards service requests received by the department. Own HMO applications throughout the licensing process - triage HMO applications, Book & Undertake HMO inspections, through to the issuing of the final HMO licenses. Assist officers with routine Caravan Site inspections, Caravan site enforcement (including the Fit & Proper Regulations) and, where applicable the issuing/enforcement of compliance notices. Preparing legal files for court cases, where appropriate. From time to time, to undertake an initial home visit (and revisits) to families and individuals under the Homes for Ukraine scheme to risk assess and identify any welfare needs. Remain vigilant to safeguarding risks and where concerns arise use existing guidance and frameworks to take appropriate action. Participate fully in individual supervision and training that is identified. Work in accordance and alignment with all national legislation, countywide and local policies and procedures. The following policies/legislation should be understood in detail: Housing Act 2004, Caravan Site and Control of Development Act 1960, Mobile homes Act 2013, Child and adult safeguarding, risk assessment, data protection, information sharing, equalities and diversity and health and safety to inform everyday practice. Maintain accurate records and external systems and ensure administrative tasks are up to date. Personal Requirements: Background in local authority. Extensive experience in Private Sector Housing. Experience of dealing with vulnerable people. Good communication skills, excellent negotiating skills. Experience inspecting properties under the Housing Act 2004. Experience inspecting caravan sites is desirable, but not essential. Awareness of legislation around Caravan site regulation, HMO licensing and enforcement, HHSRS assessments and in addition: Safeguarding, equality and diversity, health and safety and information-sharing is highly desirable. Access to a vehicle and full UK clean driving licence is essential as driving is required throughout the borough and maybe outside the borough on occasions. Working Hours: 37hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday Pay: £45.00 per hr Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.

We lead the UK's diplomatic, development and consular work around the world. We employ around 17,000 staff in our global network of 281 offices worldwide. Our UK-based staff work in King Charles Street in London, Abercrombie House in East Kilbride and in Milton Keynes. Your role with us Consular and Crisis Directorate assists British nationals abroad as well as coordinating the FCDO's response to international crises. Our work touches the lives of British people in difficult and sometimes extreme, high-pressured circumstances. As Consular and Crisis Officer, you'll be the main point of contact and a listening empathetic ear for British national distress and overseas. You'll work on issues like the loss of their passport, hospitalisation or arrest, and the death of a relative overseas. Leading on the logistical and operational elements of the crisis response. To do this effectively, you'll need to manage external relationships with the Police, British Red Cross and Royal British Legion. We have four departments: Strategy and Network (SND), Consular Assistance (CAD), Consular Services (CSD), Crisis Management (CMD). You'll start in a three-year placement on one and then move onto another. In any department, you'll work with an array of colleagues, including supporting senior colleagues with budget management and helping to orientate new colleagues. From experience, you'll learn how the FCDO can improve its approach to crisis response and complex consular cases. Who we're looking for Both verbally and in writing, you're an excellent communicator. You're clear, concise and speak to your audience with empathy and respect. Even when conversations are emotional and sensitive, you handle them with confidence. As well as working with consular customers, you're happy to work with your wider team - contributing to an inclusive environment where all opinions are heard and individual needs are considered. Work moves fast here. Priorities change. To both, you'll bring a positive attitude and a focus on achieving, despite setbacks. Plus, you're focused on continuous improvement, both to FCDO and your work. You are competent using IT packages including, Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, One Note, MS teams. You must be a British Citizen at the time of application and, if invited to interview, you will need to bring proof of identity (British Passport/Driving Licence etc.) with you. This role requires you to attain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. We value diversity and inclusion and actively encourage and welcome applications from all communities. Everyone here gets the support to develop their skills and capabilities as well as benefits that help to make the most of life in and out of work, including a Civil Service pension. Use your talent and experience to shape our nation's future, and deliver tangible improvements to millions of lives, including your own. Closing date: 9 March 2026.

Job Description - main duties and responsibilities To support settings, schools, services and families in applying the graduated approach to meeting the needs of pupils with SEND.To co-ordinate the statutory assessment process for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities and review and monitor pupils progress against outcomes.To support schools and settings in meeting the needs of pupils with SEND by following the graduated approach to meeting needs, developing close working relationships and offering advice and support to SENCos and head teachersTo work closely with internal colleagues in SENISS, Occupational Therapy, Educational Psychology and other services including Childrens and Adult Social Care, Health etc. in order to ensure a multi-agency approach to identifying and meeting needTo co-ordinate the statutory assessment process for children and young people with SEND and their families for a specific group of schools and settings including managing the Education, Health and Care planning process from assessment through to placement and reviewTo ensure that all statutory timescales are met in relation to the drawing up of the EHC planTo ensure that parents/carers and children and young people are at the centre of all planning and reviewTo attend all annual reviews for particularly vulnerable pupils, e.g. Looked After Children, Continuing Care, pupils at risk of exclusion as appropriateTo ensure that children and young people attend maintained settings in Liverpool wherever possible and that every possible effort is made to support them within the city Person Specification Recent experience of working within an educational/ Children's Services environment ideally as a SEND Caseworker officerWorking experience and in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the Children and Families Act 2014 and all associated legislation including SENDIST regulations Experience of effectively facilitating review meetings Experience of working in partnership with other agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people Experience of working as part of a team, or teams, including multi agency teams Experience of working with parents and carers High level of interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written Extensive experience in the use of all aspects of IT including Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to create complex spreadsheets and presentations using power point If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Housing Options Officer for a Local Authority Client in Berkshire. In this role you will provide housing advice, prevent homelessness, and support the delivery of affordable housing outcomes by working with residents, partners, and legal teams. Duties: Provide housing advice and assess homelessness applications to prevent and relieve homelessness Manage a caseload and make decisions on temporary accommodation placements Investigate landlord and tenant disputes, including illegal eviction and harassment cases Support affordable housing delivery through S106 agreements, working with legal and internal teams Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: Experience working in Housing Options, Housing Needs, or Local Authority Lettings environments Handling complex and sensitive cases, including vulnerable or stressed customers Knowledge of housing law, homelessness legislation, and government policy Working collaboratively with internal teams, external partners, and legal professionals What's on offer: Salary: £19ph may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience Contract type: 3-6 months minimum, with a high likelihood of extension Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week How to apply: Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on . INDSCGTK

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,000 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

POLARISReferrals Officer - Fostering Location: Sittingbourne Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to 23,625.00 Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & Free On-site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Education, Residential and Leaving Care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a proactive, relationship-driven Referrals Officer to join our established Referrals Team. A "Referral" is a request from a Local Authority to find a suitable foster family for a child or young person who needs a safe and supportive home. In this pivotal role, you'll be the first point of contact between Local Authorities, foster families, and Social Workers-making sure every referral is carefully matched to the right foster family based on the child's needs. Role Responsibilities Take ownership for all foster family vacancies and act as the key point of contact for specific fostering agencies within the Polaris Community Accurately monitor and record foster family vacancies Engage daily (by phone call or Teams video call) with all foster families on the vacancy list Attend regular meetings with Agency Managers and Social Workers Ensure the recording system (CHARMS) is kept updated Use internal performance tools to track data and support foster family vacancies and agency growth Respond to new referrals within 15 minutes, matching children to suitable foster families quickly and carefully Build and maintain strong relationships with Local Authorities and Commissioning Teams Adopt a solution-focused approach to overcome barriers and secure successful matches Provide daily updates to your line manager on referral activity, carer availability, and any challenges Log successful matches and declines accurately on agency spreadsheets Requirements Strong administration skills, including screening referrals and updating internal systems A methodical and organised approach to managing and prioritising workload effectively The ability to work well within a fast-paced team environment, as well as autonomously using your own initiative Confidence communicating with both internal and external teams Driven to maximise referral conversions into successful placement matches with available foster families A genuine commitment to the ethos and values of the Polaris Community and its agencies (ISP, Orange Grove, Fosterplus, Clifford House) Experience of working within the children's services sector/similar related field would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

Trainee Health and Safety Officer - No Experience Needed Future-proof your career in Health and Safety - starting today. Looking for a career change? Currently employed but want something better? Or maybe you are between jobs and ready for a fresh start? ITOL Recruit's Health and Safety Traineeship is designed to get you into a critical industry with zero experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first health and safety role in 1-3 months. Please note this is a training course and fees apply Job guaranteed - complete the programme and get a job or get your money back. Our candidates earn £30,000-£45,000. Why Health and Safety Every workplace in the UK has a legal duty to protect its employees, which is why health and safety professionals are in constant demand. From construction and logistics to healthcare and corporate offices, skilled specialists are essential to reducing risks, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding staff. This demand translates into competitive salaries, career progression, and long-term job security. How It Works Step 1 - IOSH Managing Safely Begin with IOSH Managing Safely, an internationally recognised course designed for managers and supervisors. You will learn how to assess and control risks, understand legal responsibilities, and investigate incidents. Step 2 - NEBOSH General Certificate Build on your foundation with the NEBOSH General Certificate, the gold standard for health and safety professionals. This qualification covers workplace hazards, health and safety legislation, and how to design and implement effective safety systems. It's one of the most widely recognised certifications across industries and opens the door to mid-level health and safety roles. Step 3 - Risk Assessments Next, you'll complete a series of workplace-standard risk assessments. This step focuses on the practical application of everything you've learned, ensuring you can identify hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend control measures. Step 4 - Job Placement Once qualified, our recruitment team works with you directly to prepare applications, set up interviews, and secure your first role in health and safety. What You Get 100% online, self-paced training NEBOSH & IOSH certifications included 1-to-1 tutor and recruitment support Job guarantee - get a job or your money back Starting salary of £30,000-£45,000 We Get You Hired We're not new to this. ITOL Recruit has 15+ years of experience and has placed over 5,000 people into new roles. Our job programmes include certified tutors, UK-accredited qualifications, and one-on-one support from a recruitment adviser focused on placing you. We don't believe in empty promises. Complete our programme, follow the process, and if you don't land a job, you get your money back. "Eight weeks from complete beginner to Health and Safety Officer. The training was thorough and the job support was exceptional." - Chris M., now working as a Health and Safety Officer in Manchester Ready to Start? If you're detail-oriented, care about people's wellbeing, and want a career that makes a difference, we'll help you turn that into a role you can be proud of. Apply now , and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.

POLARISReferrals Officer - Fostering Location: Sittingbourne Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to 23,625.00 Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & Free On-site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Education, Residential and Leaving Care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a proactive, relationship-driven Referrals Officer to join our established Referrals Team. A "Referral" is a request from a Local Authority to find a suitable foster family for a child or young person who needs a safe and supportive home. In this pivotal role, you'll be the first point of contact between Local Authorities, foster families, and Social Workers-making sure every referral is carefully matched to the right foster family based on the child's needs. Role Responsibilities Take ownership for all foster family vacancies and act as the key point of contact for specific fostering agencies within the Polaris Community Accurately monitor and record foster family vacancies Engage daily (by phone call or Teams video call) with all foster families on the vacancy list Attend regular meetings with Agency Managers and Social Workers Ensure the recording system (CHARMS) is kept updated Use internal performance tools to track data and support foster family vacancies and agency growth Respond to new referrals within 15 minutes, matching children to suitable foster families quickly and carefully Build and maintain strong relationships with Local Authorities and Commissioning Teams Adopt a solution-focused approach to overcome barriers and secure successful matches Provide daily updates to your line manager on referral activity, carer availability, and any challenges Log successful matches and declines accurately on agency spreadsheets Requirements Strong administration skills, including screening referrals and updating internal systems A methodical and organised approach to managing and prioritising workload effectively The ability to work well within a fast-paced team environment, as well as autonomously using your own initiative Confidence communicating with both internal and external teams Driven to maximise referral conversions into successful placement matches with available foster families A genuine commitment to the ethos and values of the Polaris Community and its agencies (ISP, Orange Grove, Fosterplus, Clifford House) Experience of working within the children's services sector/similar related field would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

Trainee Health and Safety Advisor - No Experience Needed Future-proof your career in Health and Safety - starting today. Looking for a career change? Currently employed but want something better? Or maybe you are between jobs and ready for a fresh start? ITOL Recruit's Health and Safety Traineeship is designed to get you into a critical industry with zero experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first health and safety role in 1-3 months. Please note this is a training course and fees apply Job guaranteed - complete the programme and get a job or get your money back. Our candidates earn £30,000-£45,000. Why Health and Safety Every workplace in the UK has a legal duty to protect its employees, which is why health and safety professionals are in constant demand. From construction and logistics to healthcare and corporate offices, skilled specialists are essential to reducing risks, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding staff. This demand translates into competitive salaries, career progression, and long-term job security. How It Works Step 1 - IOSH Managing Safely Begin with IOSH Managing Safely, an internationally recognised course designed for managers and supervisors. You will learn how to assess and control risks, understand legal responsibilities, and investigate incidents. Step 2 - NEBOSH General Certificate Build on your foundation with the NEBOSH General Certificate, the gold standard for health and safety professionals. This qualification covers workplace hazards, health and safety legislation, and how to design and implement effective safety systems. It's one of the most widely recognised certifications across industries and opens the door to mid-level health and safety roles. Step 3 - Risk Assessments Next, you'll complete a series of workplace-standard risk assessments. This step focuses on the practical application of everything you've learned, ensuring you canidentify hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend control measures. Step 4 - Job Placement Once qualified, our recruitment team works with you directly to prepare applications, set up interviews, and secure your first role in health and safety. What You Get 100% online, self-paced training NEBOSH & IOSH certifications included 1-to-1 tutor and recruitment support Job guarantee - get a job or your money back Starting salary of £30,000-£45,000 We Get You Hired We're not new to this. ITOL Recruit has 15+ years of experience and has placed over 5,000 people into new roles. Our job programmes include certified tutors, UK-accredited qualifications, and one-on-one support from a recruitment adviser focused on placing you. We don't believe in empty promises. Complete our programme, follow the process, and if you don't land a job, you get your money back. "Eight weeks from complete beginner to Health and Safety Officer. The training was thorough and the job support was exceptional." - Chris M., now working as a Health and Safety Officer in Manchester Ready to Start? If you're detail-oriented, care about people's wellbeing, and want a career that makes a difference, we'll help you turn that into a role you can be proud of. Apply now , and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.

Your new company You will be joining the Department of Justice (DoJ) within the Financial Services Division based at Seapark, Carrickfergus. The team supports the financial operations of Forensic Science NI, managing budgets, reporting, and statutory financial processes. You'll work within a team of five, with one new team member pending placement and one currently on leave. Your new role As the SO Accountant, you will support the Finance Manager across a broad range of financial responsibilities. These will include: Managing the financial processing function Preparing monthly management accounts and control accounts/reconciliations Completing VAT returns Supporting in year and year end accounts Monitoring and profiling budgets, including variance analysis and reporting Maintaining the staff budget Asset management Analysing financial data and contributing to business case development Assisting with FOIs and Assembly Questions Liaising with internal and external auditors Supporting ad hoc financial projects This role offers flexible working with 2 days per week in the office, with a preference for full office attendance during the first week of employment. CTC clearance is required and typically takes around 6 weeks. What you'll need to succeed You must be a full current member of one of the following accounting bodies, with at least 1 year of practical experience: Chartered Accountants Ireland Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales Chartered Institute of Management Accountants Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland You will also demonstrate: Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships, including with senior management and DoF Well developed analytical and problem solving skills Strong Excel capability and confidence dealing with numerical data Ability to work to tight deadlines and meet reporting requirements What you'll get in return £24.04 per hour/ £41,272 annually Flexible working (2 office days per week) 37 hours per week 37 days annual leave Contract roles which will open the doors to putting yourself forward for the external competitions coming up in the NICS with the help of your line manager and team. Getting your foot in the door to the NICS. Experience within a specialised area of the Department of Justice Opportunity to support a high impact public sector organisation A supportive team environment within Financial Services Division What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up to date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Job Title: Transaction Monitoring Detection SME Location: London Length: 6 months PAYE only Overall purpose of the role: We are seeking an experienced Transaction Monitoring (TM) Detection Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team. The core focus of this role is to provide TM expertise, specifically by reviewing and designing the operational output of transaction monitoring processes. The SME will support the existing Business As Usual (BAU) team by ensuring a clear understanding of requirements, performing TM Risk Assessments, and designing the TM framework necessary for this expansion. The ideal candidate for the Transaction Monitoring Detection SME role must demonstrate a substantial and proven background, supported by extensive experience, and possess a nuanced and solid understanding across several key domains essential to effective financial crime prevention. Core Expertise in Financial Crime and Regulatory Frameworks Key Requirements/Accountabilities: Three Lines of Defense (3LOD): A strong grasp of the 3LOD model is essential, covering its distinct accountabilities, collaborative dependencies, and the governance framework that supports financial crime prevention and compliance. AML/CTF Knowledge: In-depth, practical knowledge of global and local Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) regulations (e.g., EU Directives, FATF Recommendations, FinCEN rulings). This includes the ability to translate these mandates into effective operational controls and Transaction Monitoring (TM) policies. Stakeholder Identification and Engagement: The ideal candidate must possess strong stakeholder management skills, as effective engagement with a variety of internal and external parties is essential for Transaction Monitoring (TM) and financial crime work. Key stakeholders include Risk Owners, Compliance Officers, Internal Audit, Technology and Data Science teams, and external regulators or law enforcement. Crucially, the successful individual must be adept at balancing competing priorities and communicating complex TM requirements clearly to stakeholders who are not specialists in the field. The SME must possess a clear understanding of the TM function's organisational positioning and strategic importance: Placement within the 1st Line of Defense (1LOD): A clear understanding of why the TM team often sits within the 1LOD (the business side) and its primary responsibility for executing day-to-day controls and managing the immediate risk environment. Critical Role in Supporting Risk Owners: The TM team is a vital operational partner to Risk Owners. The candidate must understand how the team's output (alert generation, investigation findings, reporting) directly supports Risk Owners in assessing, mitigating, and reporting on their assigned financial crime risks. This includes contributing to risk assessments and control design. Desirable Experience in similar compliance areas for other business units will also be considered valuable.

Do you want to take the next step in your Estates career within a large, complex healthcare environment? We're recruiting on behalf of the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust for a Band 6 Estates Operations Officer (Electrical), initially based across Lagan Valley Hospital and other Trust sites within the Finance & Estates Directorate.This is an excellent opportunity to lead and develop electrical engineering services across a diverse healthcare estate, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient environments that directly support frontline patient care.The RoleAs Estates Operations Officer (Electrical), you will:Manage and co-ordinate electrical engineering services, building systems and estate maintenance operations across a sector of the Trust.Supervise and allocate work to estates staff, ensuring effective workload management and high service standards.Oversee maintenance contracts, minor works schemes and engineering projects, ensuring compliance, value for money and quality outcomes.Lead on the forward planning, development and review of maintenance policies, asset registers and planned replacement programmes.Provide professional and technical advice to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Ensure electrical plant, equipment and infrastructure are maintained in line with statutory standards, Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs), Codes of Practice and Health & Safety legislation.Issue Permits-to-Work and act as Authorised Person where required.Manage delegated maintenance budgets, certify contractor payments and monitor contractor performance.Use specialist systems including Building Management Systems and compliance software to monitor estate performance and energy efficiency.Respond to emergency situations, including out-of-hours support where required, to protect life-critical services.Contribute to governance, risk management and continuous improvement across the estate.You will also play a key role in energy conservation initiatives, implementation of new technologies and ensuring the estate remains fit for purpose within a modern Health Service.Essential CriteriaApplicants must meet one of the following qualification routes:A Degree in a relevant Electrical Engineering-related subject plus 2 years' relevant experienceORAn HNC (or equivalent) in a relevant Electrical Engineering-related subject plus 4 years' relevant experienceORBe due to complete Year 2 of the HSC Estates Graduate Training SchemeIn addition, candidates must demonstrate experience in:Managing engineering systems and modern maintenance planning methodsControlling and developing maintenance and operational staffPreparing maintenance estimates and engineering reportsManaging repair, replacement and renewal of engineering plant and servicesApplicants must also:Hold a current full UK driving licence and have access to a car (reasonable adjustments will be considered where applicable).Be able to manage budgets, lead and motivate staff, and work flexibly including out-of-hours emergency cover when required. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Zachery Downes on . This post may be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check through AccessNI. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position. We are committed to Equality of Opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will endeavour to support you. Even if this position isn't right for you, we may have other Estates and Engineering opportunities available. Get in touch to discuss further.

Do you want to take the next step in your Estates career within a large, complex healthcare environment? We're recruiting on behalf of the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust for a Band 6 Estates Operations Officer (Electrical), initially based across Lagan Valley Hospital and other Trust sites within the Finance & Estates Directorate.This is an excellent opportunity to lead and develop electrical engineering services across a diverse healthcare estate, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient environments that directly support frontline patient care.The RoleAs Estates Operations Officer (Electrical), you will:Manage and co-ordinate electrical engineering services, building systems and estate maintenance operations across a sector of the Trust.Supervise and allocate work to estates staff, ensuring effective workload management and high service standards.Oversee maintenance contracts, minor works schemes and engineering projects, ensuring compliance, value for money and quality outcomes.Lead on the forward planning, development and review of maintenance policies, asset registers and planned replacement programmes.Provide professional and technical advice to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Ensure electrical plant, equipment and infrastructure are maintained in line with statutory standards, Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs), Codes of Practice and Health & Safety legislation.Issue Permits-to-Work and act as Authorised Person where required.Manage delegated maintenance budgets, certify contractor payments and monitor contractor performance.Use specialist systems including Building Management Systems and compliance software to monitor estate performance and energy efficiency.Respond to emergency situations, including out-of-hours support where required, to protect life-critical services.Contribute to governance, risk management and continuous improvement across the estate.You will also play a key role in energy conservation initiatives, implementation of new technologies and ensuring the estate remains fit for purpose within a modern Health Service.Essential CriteriaApplicants must meet one of the following qualification routes:A Degree in a relevant Electrical Engineering-related subject plus 2 years' relevant experienceORAn HNC (or equivalent) in a relevant Electrical Engineering-related subject plus 4 years' relevant experienceORBe due to complete Year 2 of the HSC Estates Graduate Training SchemeIn addition, candidates must demonstrate experience in:Managing engineering systems and modern maintenance planning methodsControlling and developing maintenance and operational staffPreparing maintenance estimates and engineering reportsManaging repair, replacement and renewal of engineering plant and servicesApplicants must also:Hold a current full UK driving licence and have access to a car (reasonable adjustments will be considered where applicable).Be able to manage budgets, lead and motivate staff, and work flexibly including out-of-hours emergency cover when required. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Zachery Downes on . This post may be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check through AccessNI. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position. We are committed to Equality of Opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will endeavour to support you. Even if this position isn't right for you, we may have other Estates and Engineering opportunities available. Get in touch to discuss further.

Do you want to take the next step in your Estates career within a large, complex healthcare environment? We're recruiting on behalf of the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust for a Band 6 Estates Operations Officer (Mechanical), initially based at Lagan Valley Hospital within the Finance & Estates Directorate.This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in managing and developing mechanical engineering services across a diverse healthcare estate, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.The RoleAs Estates Operations Officer (Mechanical), you will:Manage and co-ordinate mechanical and electrical engineering services, building elements and maintenance operations across a sector of the Trust's estate.Supervise and allocate work to estates staff, ensuring effective workload management and service delivery.Oversee maintenance contracts, minor works schemes and engineering projects, ensuring value for money and quality outcomes.Take responsibility for the forward planning, development and review of maintenance policies, asset registers and replacement programmes.Provide professional and technical advice to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Ensure plant, equipment and engineering systems are maintained in line with statutory standards, Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs), Codes of Practice and Health & Safety guidance.Issue Permits-to-Work and act as Authorised Person where required.Manage delegated maintenance budgets, verify contractor invoices and monitor contractor performance.Use specialist systems including Building Management Systems and compliance software to monitor performance and energy efficiency.Respond to emergency situations, including out-of-hours support where required, to safeguard life-critical services.Contribute to risk management, governance requirements and the Trust's corporate objectives.You will also support innovation and continuous improvement, including energy conservation initiatives, new technologies and improved maintenance strategies.Essential CriteriaApplicants must meet one of the following qualification routes:A Degree in a relevant Engineering-related subject plus 2 years' relevant experienceORAn HNC (or equivalent) in a relevant Engineering-related subject plus 4 years' relevant experienceORBe due to complete Year 2 of the HSC Estates Graduate Training SchemeIn addition, candidates must demonstrate experience in:Managing engineering systems and modern maintenance planning methodsControlling and developing maintenance and operational staffPreparing maintenance estimates and engineering reportsManaging repair, replacement and renewal of engineering plant and servicesApplicants must also:Hold a current full UK driving licence and have access to a car (reasonable adjustments will be considered where applicable).Be able to manage budgets, lead and motivate staff, and work flexibly including out-of-hours emergency cover when required. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Zachery Downes on . This post may be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check through AccessNI. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position. We are committed to Equality of Opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will endeavour to support you. Even if this position isn't right for you, we may have others that are. Get in touch to discuss further opportunities within Estates and Facilities.

POLARISReferrals Officer - Fostering Location: Sittingbourne Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to 23,625.00 Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & Free On-site Parking About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Education, Residential and Leaving Care services, and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a proactive, relationship-driven Referrals Officer to join our established Referrals Team. A "Referral" is a request from a Local Authority to find a suitable foster family for a child or young person who needs a safe and supportive home. In this pivotal role, you'll be the first point of contact between Local Authorities, foster families, and Social Workers-making sure every referral is carefully matched to the right foster family based on the child's needs. Role Responsibilities Take ownership for all foster family vacancies and act as the key point of contact for specific fostering agencies within the Polaris Community Accurately monitor and record foster family vacancies Engage daily (by phone call or Teams video call) with all foster families on the vacancy list Attend regular meetings with Agency Managers and Social Workers Ensure the recording system (CHARMS) is kept updated Use internal performance tools to track data and support foster family vacancies and agency growth Respond to new referrals within 15 minutes, matching children to suitable foster families quickly and carefully Build and maintain strong relationships with Local Authorities and Commissioning Teams Adopt a solution-focused approach to overcome barriers and secure successful matches Provide daily updates to your line manager on referral activity, carer availability, and any challenges Log successful matches and declines accurately on agency spreadsheets Requirements Strong administration skills, including screening referrals and updating internal systems A methodical and organised approach to managing and prioritising workload effectively The ability to work well within a fast-paced team environment, as well as autonomously using your own initiative Confidence communicating with both internal and external teams Driven to maximise referral conversions into successful placement matches with available foster families A genuine commitment to the ethos and values of the Polaris Community and its agencies (ISP, Orange Grove, Fosterplus, Clifford House) Experience of working within the children's services sector/similar related field would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check if successful for the position. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,