Seeking an exceptional Framework Bid Writer to join a leading UK consultancy firm specialising in public sector IT solutions and services. Company Overview: This company is a well-established management consultancy focused on delivering IT and business solutions to government bodies and public sector organisations across the UK. With an impressive track record spanning 20 years, they have secured numerous positions on prestigious procurement frameworks, enabling them to provide their expertise to a diverse range of clients. Job Overview: As a Framework Bid Writer, you will play a pivotal role in crafting compelling bids for major government procurement frameworks. These frameworks cover a wide array of areas, including IT software, implementation, support, business consultancy, and management consultancy services. Your primary responsibility will be to develop original and unique responses that showcase the company's capabilities and expertise, ensuring a successful bid outcome. Here's what you'll be doing:Conduct in-depth research and gather comprehensive information to develop knowledgeable and well-crafted bid responsesCollaborate with subject matter experts, both internally and externally, to gather technical and domain-specific insightsCraft clear, concise, and persuasive bid documentation that effectively addresses the requirements set forth by the procurement frameworksIterate and refine bid responses based on constructive feedback to maximise scoring potentialSupport the final bid assembly and submission process, ensuring accuracy and adherence to guidelinesHere are the skills you'll need:Proven expertise in management consultancy, with a strong ability to research and write knowledgeably on diverse subjectsExceptional bid writing skills, with experience in creating high-quality documentation under tight deadlinesBroad knowledge of government and public sector best practices, policies, legislation, and standardsFamiliarity with IT professional services, project lifecycles, and delivery methodologiesStrong analytical and critical thinking abilities to accurately interpret and respond to bid requirementsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a teamAttention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate and polished workHere are the benefits of this job:Competitive salary package, including pension and healthcare benefitsOpportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a dynamic industryCollaboration with experienced professionals in a best-in-class consultancy firmExposure to high-profile government procurement frameworks and public sector projectsWork Permissions: You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Pursuing a career in the public sector IT consultancy industry offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of government services. By leveraging your expertise in bid writing and management consultancy, you can play a crucial role in securing lucrative contracts and delivering innovative solutions that improve the lives of citizens across the UK.....Read more...
Use of a variety IT applications and electronic systems, including Microsoft Office 365
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable invoice processing
General Ledger/Journal transactions
Advanced Financials (finance software) maintenance
Debt recovery
Assisting with the processing of Pensioners and Staff Payroll
Maintaining general admin tasks, such as dealing with incoming and outgoing emails
Developing knowledge of the different departments within the Authority
Assisting with research and identification of customer (internal) requirements
Helping to prepare reports, documents, data and other information
Provide service support as required
Helping to maintain relevant systems
Establish working relationships with key stakeholders across internal departments
Assist answering the telephones and successful transition of meetings to colleagues when required
General administration including filing, compiling information packs etc
Any other duties as requested by the placement supervisor, which will assist the apprentice to achieve the requirements of the apprentice standard
Training:Assistant Accountant Level 3.Training Outcome:
For the right candidate we would be looking to continue the apprenticeship on to Level 4
We are unable to guarantee a permanent role following Level 4 due to the Finance Team being relatively small by Local Government standards, but the opportunities to develop skills and knowledge will allow the candidate to pursue a job within the public sector
Employer Description:We are a Local Government Authority whose sole responsibility is managing the South Yorkshire Pension Fund.
The South Yorkshire Pension Fund is the Local Government Pension Scheme for South Yorkshire.
The post of Finance Apprentice will fall into the Finance Team at South Yorkshire Pensions Authority.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, working hours TBCSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Excel skills,Honest and accountable,Willing to progress....Read more...
A recently CQC 'Good' rated, Kent-based Local Authority within Adults services are recruitment for a Service Improvement Lead for CQC assurance.
You will have:
A strong understanding of Adult Social Care, project management, and change management
Experience in supporting assurance visits or inspections within a local government environment
An understanding of the CQC assurance framework
Experience in delivering outcome-focused approaches within Adult Social Care, and managing projects at a senior level
Experience in preparing and presenting evidence-based reports
Experience in stakeholder consultation
Strong organisational, planning and interpersonal skills
The ability to work independently and under tight timescales.
Benefits for you:
Salary up to £55,600 per annum
Contributory Pension Scheme
Progression Opportunities
Local government pension scheme
Please follow the instructions on this website, or contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031100 or email tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details....Read more...
Assisting with meal and snack time
Leading on creative play and setting up room for activities
Encouraging children to participate and explore for development
Following health and safety processes and procedures
Additional duties to be discussed at next stage of recruitment process
Training:
At the end you will gain a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard
This will include any Functional Skills as appropriate
The apprenticeship training will be delivered in the workplace, as you will receive visits from a college assessor
The apprenticeship will also include 20% Off The Job Training
Training Outcome:
The post is offered on a fixed-term contract to cover the duration of the apprenticeship training
You will receive support and guidance to identify and apply for any further apprenticeships or jobs that you are suitably experienced and qualified for
Employer Description:Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.Working Hours :Monday - Friday between 8.30am and 4.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Outgoing,Knowledge of safeguarding,Hardworking,Willing to learn,Well-presented,Flexible....Read more...
Position: Maritime Project Manager (Naval)
Job ID: 2394/3
Location: Surrey
Benefits: Great Benefits
Type: Permanent - Hybrid after 6 Months
HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – visit: www.hsbtechnical.com for a list of our vacancies. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.
As a Electrical Project Manager / Electrical Delivery Manager you will be responsible for the delivery of maritime implementation projects across the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) maritime fleet, including the Royal Navy, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, and other UK MOD/UK Government vessels. The role will involve managing multiple concurrent or sequential installation projects, ensuring smooth project execution from initial stages through completion. This role is located in Redhill.
HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.
Duties and responsibilities of the Project manager / Electrical Project Manager / Electrical Delivery Manager:
Overall management of several concurrent or sequential maritime installation projects.
Production of Equipment Guidance Packages (EGP), Installation Guidance Packages (IGP), and Modification Leaflets based on engineering designs, surveys, and stakeholder input.
Reporting project progress internally, including updates on schedule, risks, and opportunities.
Attend customer meetings, managing dependencies and ensuring timely delivery.
Coordination of equipment procurement and configuration management to meet implementation deadlines.
Work with suppliers and sub-contractors to ensure that equipment and services are delivered on time.
Improvement of project management processes and support for other project managers to ensure successful a project.
Representing the company at key customer meetings and project briefings.
Qualifications and requirements for the Project manager / Electrical Project Manager / Electrical Delivery Manager :
Project management experience with the UK MOD or other UK government departments.
Experience in UK MOD maritime electrical installation projects.
Technical expertise in electrical/electronic, IT networking equipment, and satellite communications.
Ability to write Equipment Guidance Packages (EGPs), Installation Guidance Packages (IGPs), and Modification Leaflets to a high standard
Must hold or be eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance.
Must be able to travel as required
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Fractional Chief Information Officer (CIO) – DV
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Commitment: ~2 days/week
Security Clearance: DV required (current or eligible for)
Context Recruitment are seeking a fractional CIO, with an expectation of around two days per week in the first instance.Established SME business, trusted by UK Government agencies for the provision of highly secure services across multiple disciplines. Award winning, highly profitable and on a strong upward trajectory. Note: You must either possess current DV clearance or be willing and eligible to undergo clearance.Board level position responsible for managing and overseeing implementation of information technologies that support, execute and realise the company’s overarching high-growth strategy. Accountable for overseeing the development of internal strategic capabilities, activities and management systems associated with:
Cyber security (Cyber resilience being paramount);
Digital working practices;
Technological execution of management systems;
Information technology systems;
Enterprise and data architecture; and
AI and innovation.
Key initial deliverables:
Manage the design, build and rollout of a project management system (likely Microsoft), to provide critical KPIs, MI and monitoring to management.
Deliver demonstrable progress in the company’s use of AI technologies.
Oversee delivery / rollout of the company’s Integrated Management System taking responsibility for matters pertaining to IT and the systems use and process, including cybersecurity.
Creating shareholder value by driving digital transformation.
Ensure high-level cyber security and compliance (27001 / other Government Frameworks).
You'll be an experienced CIO or Senior IT Leader with experience in cyber, AI, enterprise architecture, and digital change. Experience of highly secure environments / infrastructure will be of significant benefit.You’ll require a clear understanding of multiple business functions and performance metrics including operations, governance, compliance, industry regulations, and legal guidelines. Exceptional organisational, leadership, interpersonal, communication, presentation and negotiating skills are critical.
Remuneration £100,000 PA pro-rata. Potential for considerable further reward upon the business realising mid-term goals.....Read more...
As a member of the council's ICT Service Desk team, your main jobs and duties will consist of:
Logging all staff IT issues
Dealing with enquiries from customers (face to face, via the telephone, email, etc).
Offer appropriate IT troubleshooting, advice and guidance through relevant training
Ensure that all requests are logged appropriately, and workload is managed effectively
Ensure that priority setting and escalation procedures are applied effectively
Effective use of knowledge base and other systems to retrieve and update information accordingly
Working closely with the supervisor to ensure effective use of working week
Training:At the end you will gain a Level 3 Information Communications Technician apprenticeships standard. This will include any Functional Skills as appropriate.
The apprenticeship training will be delivered in the workplace, as you will receive visits from a college assessor. The apprenticeship will also include a proportion of 20% Off the Job Training and a robust programme of Mandatory Apprentice Training provided by Sandwell Council to include Workplace Professionalism and Equality and Diversity.Training Outcome:The post is offered on a fixed-term contract to cover the duration of the apprenticeship training. You will receive support and guidance to identify and apply for any further apprenticeships or internal jobs that you are suitably experienced and qualified for. Our 'Next Steps' workshop will help you to identify the skills that you have gained throughout your apprenticeship in order to update your CV and apply for any opportunities.Employer Description:Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.Working Hours :Monday to Friday - exact hours to be confirmed by employer.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Willingness to learn,Reliable and trustworthy,Self-motivated,Positive and enthusiastic,Able to follow instructions,Maintain confidentiality....Read more...
A recently CQC 'Good' rated, Kent-based Local Authority is looking for an Operations Manager within ADULTS SERVICES for their front door, early help and provention team.
You will:
Provide effective and motivational leadership supporting the service to deliver positive outcomes for people across the authority. Taking responsibility for the delivery of effective and efficient services across a service area, ensuring that statutory responsibilities are met through high quality social care practice.
Provide guidance on complex high risk safeguarding situations.
Benefits for you:
Salary up to £60,100 per annum
Contributory Pension Scheme
Progression Opportunities
Local government pension scheme
Please follow the instructions on this website, or contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031100 or email tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details....Read more...
Senior Social Workers!!Have you ever wanted to experience island living, whilst still based in the UK, with a temperate climate and more than 200 days of sun per year?I'm currently assisting the Government of Jersey in attracting social workers to come and move to the Island and take up a variety of fantastic permanent senior social work positions.Jersey are offering a £3,000 relocation payment, a £5,000 joining bonus and salaries up to £75,000, on top of only 20% local taxes. You will receive a pension scheme of 16%.Teams I'm recruiting to:AdoptionFosteringSafeguardingComplex needs (disabilities)We have roles in all the following areas, from social worker level up to Team Manager / IRO. If you are interested in the following roles, please make contact today on tmckenna@charecruitment.com or call 07587 031100
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Electronic Test EngineerAerospace & DefencePortsmouthUp to £35,000 DOE
*Successful candidates will need to undergo a Security Clearance check*
Global Aerospace & Defence organisation, servicing UK and US government agencies, delivering multi-billion-pound programmes of work.
Key Responsibilities:
Testing a range of low/medium electronic manufactured products for the Ministry of Defence.
Diagnosing a range of low/medium electronic manufactured products to component level.
Background required:
HNC or equivalent qualification OR relevant Electronic Test experience.
What’s on offer:
Salary up to £35K DOE + opportunity to earn more with generous optional overtime pay + Private Healthcare + Share Schemes + 25 days leave rising with service (bank holidays on top) + Pension + life assurance and more.
Extensive career development and progression opportunities tailored to your goals.
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To assist in the preparation, cooking and serving of nutritional meals for service users
To assist with the care, maintenance and cleaning of all kitchen equipment in use in the kitchen and throughout the Care Centre
Assist with the ordering of supplies; maintaining kitchen records of stock levels and inventories
Keeping kitchen records of fridge temperatures
Ensure food hygiene standards are being met at all times
To undertake, hold and maintain a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
To comply with legislation in relation to Food Hygiene and Infection Control standards and procedures
To attend in service training and external training as appropriate, consistent with job role and responsibilities
To be aware of own training needs and be committed to your own continuing professional development
Report any accidents/complaints/untoward incidents to the Management Team in a timely fashion and in accordance with existing policies and procedures
To report any incident of ill treatment to a resident, to the Manager and, if not satisfied with appropriateness of the action taken, to Senior Management
It is your responsibility to carry out your duties in line with the Council's policy on equality and be sensitive and caring to the needs of the disadvantaged, promoting a positive approach to a harmonious working environment, in line with the Equality Act 2010
The post holder must at all times carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the Council's policy, organisation and arrangements for Health and Safety at Work Act
Training:The apprenticeship training will be delivered in the workplace, and you will receive visits from a college assessor. Training Outcome:This apprenticeship is a fixed term contract. However, the skills, knowledge and experience gained in this apprenticeship will allow you to gain future opportunities in the sector.Employer Description:Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.Working Hours :Working 5 days out of 7 on a Rota system - to include some weekends and bank holidays. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Cleanliness,Food hygiene awareness,Safeguarding,Empathy,Client confidentiality,Data protection,Flexibility,Respectful....Read more...
A recently 'Good' rated, Kent-based Local Authority is looking for a Social Worker to join their Fostering recruitment and assessment team. As the Social Worker, you will contribute to the assessment of prospective Foster carers.
Benefits:
Salary up to £48,829 per annum
Retention Payment - £2,000
Local government pension scheme
Progression Opportunities
Child Care Vouchers
Additional Benefits
You will:
Assess, plan, and use evidence based analytical practice to assess prospective foster carers.
Contribute to the recruitment of foster carers, with involvement in an active recruitment campaign, being responsible for responding to initial enquiries, undertaking initial visits, and co-hosting information sessions.
Work to a structured time management practice; responding to enquiries, submitting reports, assessments and plans within regulated timescales.
Please follow the instructions on this website, or contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031100 or email tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details
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Managed Services Project Manager – Remote
Location: Remote working and travel to customer sites when required.
Salary: to £60k + Bens
Environment: Project Management, Prince2, Agile, Cloud Migrations, Network Infrastructure, Cyber Security, Unified Comms, Salesforce, P&L, Managed Services.
Our client, a leading provider of Managed Services Is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join their busy team.
The role can be remote working or Hybrid, taking ownership of delivering a wide range of technology projects including the customer side, risk and financials. You will be working across a multitude of sectors including Government, Critical Infrastructure, Healthcare and Enterprise.
You would have a strong commercial awareness including managing full financials and contract deliverables on Medium to Large Scale.
Experiences within a Managed Services Company is preferred with delivering projects across Cloud, Security, Network Infrastructure and Unified Communications.
Apply now for full details of this position.
@mecscomms: uniting opportunity with ambition in Telecoms | Media | Technology
@mecscomms is the brand name of MECS Communications Ltd who provide permanent & contract recruitment consultancy service as an Employment Agency & Employment Business.
For more information or a list of current vacancies, please see our web site at mecscomms.co.uk....Read more...
Are you a skilled Project Manager ready to lead innovative software delivery projects? We’re offering a fixed-term opportunity until September 2026 with a salary of up to £59,000 (DOE), plus benefits – based in Cambridge or remotely with some travel.About Arcus:Arcus is a fast growing and successful GovTech company. We are dynamic and forward thinking, with great ambition. At Arcus, you will have the chance to share your knowledge and make your presence felt. With our people at the core of everything we do, we don’t want people to ‘fit in’, diversity and difference are essential to creativity. We want people to thrive in our open and collaborative environment and be an integral part of our close knit team.So, if you are looking for something more than ‘just a job’, you are in the right place. We have big company benefits, including Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance and Pension, as well as Volunteering Days, Health & Wellbeing benefits and social activities.If this all appeals and you have the ambition to match ours, then read on!The Job Role Our project managers are responsible for end to end delivery to time, cost and quality of our software solutions to the customer. The environment is fast paced and agile as we work to deliver services to the UK public sector. As a successful PM already, you will love the idea of working closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure the best possible outcome, keeping a multidisciplinary team aligned towards a common goal. You will have the authority in leading significant business change and enhanced ways of working in public and government officer facing services. Working closely with your wider company, in particular account managers and service teams, you will strive for great customer experience and uncover new opportunities to deliver cloud based SaaS projects and clear business benefits for our customers.Is this you?Responsibilities:
Lead multiple projects or a programme of work for one or more clients, primarily within the local government sector.Manage a virtual project team and work collaboratively with other Project Managers, Product Managers, Data Specialists, Application Consultants, Technical Consultants and development teams to ensure products are delivered to client’s specifications on time and on budget.Take a collaborative approach to sharing learning with an aim to enable continuous improvement of project management across the business.Plan and control finances by means of accurate estimation, forecast to complete and strong monitoring and control of spend. Agree costs and sign off invoices in line with the agreed budget.Liaise proactively with clients on the progress of jobs and act as the first point of contact for customer complaints, responding efficiently to resolve issues as presented, escalating to the Head of Project Delivery as appropriate.Maintain ongoing communications with all stakeholders including attending board meetings at client organisations and working with client business change managers or equivalent on the transition to the new business to align priorities both within the client and supplier organisations.Manage the project and programme risks, issues and dependencies and the interfaces between projects as well as third party contributions to the project and programme.Produce monthly project reports in a timely manner for directors and clients, ensuring they are accurate and presented in a professional format.Oversee governance arrangements in line with the Arcus Business Management System for the delivery of the project, defining clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities across all stakeholders.
Requirements:
Experience of managing software delivery projects and programmes that involve significant business changeExperience of delivering software development projects to external customersProject management experience with strong leadership skills across:
Planning, governance & reportingStakeholder & team managementRAID & Change managementBudget management
Comfortable with Google suite & PM toolsGood commercial acumen with an understanding of delivering client satisfaction whilst maximising business valueSelf-motivated, methodical and conscientiousStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships, instil confidence and influence change and business transformation.A lateral thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including an ability to anticipate and highlight potential issues and opportunities and resources accordinglyWilling to travel very occasionally to customer sites throughout the UKPrevious experience of working with or in a public sector and familiar with the local government procurement processPrevious experience of delivering projects based on the Salesforce platformA background in leading client accounts in a consultancy environment with a track record of successful client management and growthRelevant project management qualification (Agile/Prince2/MSP/APM etc)
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Catfoss Recruitment Ltd are currently in partnership with a globally respected R&D company that is looking to recruit a Site Security Controller on a permanent basis to their expanding team.We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Site Security Controller to join our facilities in Bedford. Reporting directly to Senior Leadership, the job holder will be seen as the subject expert in all security related matters and will be the champion in promoting Security Culture across the organisation.They will be expected to manage all aspects of the physical and procedural Security Operations in line with Company Security Policy. They will be responsible for ensuring that site security controls are effective and remain compliant in line with MOD and Client requirements.The successful candidate will have significant security experience within a high-profile, high-risk organisation holding Secret materials. Hold a security industry recognised qualification (CSMP/Degree) and ideally an in-depth knowledge of HMG and industry standard security policy, standards and good practice guidance.Line Management responsibility for site physical security operations team.Salary: £45,000Typical Hours: Full time, 38 hours per weekSite Security Controller - This is a varied and demanding role and it involves a number of duties and responsibilities, including:• Production and maintenance of company Site Risk Register and threat assessments.• Conducting first line audits and musters to provide assurance and evidence to MOD, Client and Internal Governance Teams.• Conducting security reviews and supporting on site teams in the implementation of required infrastructure uplifts to maintain regulatory compliance.• Ensure all protectively marked material assets/information is handled and accounted for in the correct manner.• Liaison with government regulators to refine requirements, frameworks and operational evaluation criteria.• Adherence to all legislative and customer physical and operational security standards.• Manage Service Level Agreements with the manned guarding service provider to ensure contractual requirements are met.• Support and provide expert Security Advice to Emergency Planning Teams.• Engage with Senior Stakeholders to ensure Operational Security needs are identified and captured in business planning and development.• Represent Security in Site SHE activities.Site Security Controller - What we are looking for in you• Demonstrates technical knowledge and skills reflective of a security SQEP practitioner who has progressed within security positions of increasing responsibility• Understanding of legislation and regulations across the market/ business area• Knowledge approaches to security management including physical, information and operational security• Experience of security risk management techniques• Experience of security systems, manned guarding and incident response principles • Good understanding of government and industry security standards and best practice guidance• Holistic approach to security, ideally with knowledge in Cyber/Information Security• Hold a security industry recognised qualification (CSMP/Degree) and ideally an in-depth knowledge of HMG and industry standard security policy, standards and good practice guidance.Site Security Controller previous suitable job titles: Security Controller, Security Manager, Head of Security, Site Security Manager, Head of Site Security etc…The successful candidate must satisfy security clearance requirements – including the last 5 years continual UK residency and British Citizenship (no dual nationals)Please apply ASAP....Read more...
Public Sector Test Manager - London Hybrid
(Public Sector Test Manager, Test Manager, Lead Test Engineer, Test Lead, team management, Software Testing, QA, Public Sector, government, defence, healthcare, education, transport, Azure DevOps, Agile, Waterfall, Consultancy, Consulting, Public Sector Test Manager, Test Manager, Urgent)
Our client is an exciting and cutting-edge technology giant with a global presence. They are a market leader within the consulting sector and their worldwide client base has never been stronger, with significant growth in the last 12 months. They are looking for an experienced Public Sector Test Manager with exceptional client interaction skills to manage teams, build test strategies and work very closely with end clients to help define and grow the Testing Practice across the public sector.
We are seeking the best Public Sector Test Managers with expert knowledge of managing testing projects across a variety of IT technology platforms, excellent knowledge of Software Testing / QA Life Cycle and confident in developing advanced test plans. Test Data Management skills are key, as are an understanding of test management tools, such as HP ALM, JIRA, Zephyr, Azure DevOps and delivery methods, including Agile, CI/CD, DevOps, Waterfall.
You will be an experienced manager and leader of teams with exceptional communication skills at all levels, particularly in terms of client interaction. Previous consultancy experience is a must have, working collaboratively with clients, the IT team and the wider business, including stakeholder management skills. We are keen to hear from talented Public Sector Test Manager candidates from all backgrounds.
This is a truly amazing opportunity to work for a prestigious brand that will do wonders for your career. They invest heavily in training and career development; top performers are guaranteed a career path into senior management positions within 12 months.
Location: London / Hybrid
Salary: £70k - £85k + Bonus + Pension + Benefits
To apply for this position please send your CV to Nathan Warner at Noir Consulting.
(Public Sector Test Manager, Test Manager, Lead Test Engineer, Test Lead, team management, Software Testing, QA, Public Sector, government, defence, healthcare, education, transport, Azure DevOps, Agile, Waterfall, Consultancy, Consulting, Public Sector Test Manager, Test Manager, Urgent)
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You will embark on a rewarding journey combining practical on-the-job experience with theoretical knowledge to develop skills in accounting principles, procedures, and practices. Work under the guidance of experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience in financial transactions, budgeting, and financial reporting.
The duties and responsibilities in this role will involve:
Accounts Payable:
Supporting the Accounts Assistant in accounts payable data entry and reconciling creditor accounts, and dealing with any creditor enquiries
Support running the payment run
Accounts Receivable:
Data entry and reconciliation of debtor invoices
Dealing with any debtor enquiries
Ensuring debtor accounts are cleared in a timely manner
General Ledger:
Preparing journals and posting to the general ledger
Assisting the Financial Accountant and Finance Manager with month-end and year-end procedures and reconciliations
Budgeting:
Have an understanding of departmental budgets and assisting budget holders with budget queries
Other duties
Develop a strong understanding of accounting software and systems used by the Service
Assisting in day-to-day financial activities
Assisting with regulatory financial requirements
Supporting internal and external stakeholders with financial information
Report writing and creating financial presentations for the Financial Accountant and Finance Manager
Assist in data collection for Central & Local Government reporting submissions and other Public Sector bodies
Support in the administration of insurance claims
Gain a sound understanding of accountancy and public sector accounting practices
Pursue ongoing learning and professional development to stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices
Training:This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry-level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function.
Learners on this apprenticeship will ensure that the Finance Department performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for you to support the organisation with essential skills and behaviours to drive results.
You will learn how to prepare financial statements, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns. You’ll develop the technical skills to start or progress your career in accountancy, and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.
To pass this level, you will need to study and complete the relevant units, and you will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a synoptic assessment and discussion with supporting portfolio.
Training will be provided by attending face-to-face, classroom-based lessons. An apprenticeship must be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate time to off-the-job training, as well as completing knowledge, skills and behaviours associated with your apprenticeship.
Other in-house training and continuous professional development will be provided.Training Outcome:
Further progression may be available depending on the Organisation’s needs
Employer Description:Local Government Authority - Fire and Rescue Service.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Flexible working arrangementsSkills: Communication skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Ensure good housekeeping and cleanliness of reception area
Answer and respond to all incoming calls, switchboard, and messages
General administration duties
Respond to parent/carer queries confidently, escalating to the wider team where required
Check professional visitors ID, issue visitors badge on arrival
Check the building is secure at the end of each day
Use the booking system for IT equipment with confidence
High levels of confidentiality where required
A professional and respectful tone with internal and external stakeholders
Training:All the apprenticeship training will take place at work.Training Outcome:
Further training & development opportunities.
Employer Description:Learning is always at the heart of what we do, your future is our business. We are an independent training provider based in Suffolk. We offer training across government-funded provisions, including study programmes (including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and apprenticeships, as well as providing an extensive range of commercial training courses.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm with 30 mins lunch.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
•To undertake administrative duties to support the business needs of the Team and the wider service area using, where appropriate, computer based systems, to ensure that services are maintained effectively, flexibly and in a timely way so as to enable the service area and organisation to meet it objectives.
To provide support with financial matters including electronic procurement packages, petty cash and accurate recording of purchases for budget monitoring purposes.
To facilitate meetings; including booking rooms / venues, sending invites, preparing agendas and support for meetings as required.
Diary management where appropriate.
To be responsible for the accurate input and monitoring of records and data onto relevant systems.
Training:
May need to attend functional skills one day a week.
Can attend any relevant training courses.
Training Outcome:May be a permanent role upon completion or a higher level apprenticeship.Employer Description:Gloucestershire County Council is a county council which administers the most strategic local government services in the non-metropolitan county of Gloucestershire, in the South West of England.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Team working....Read more...
Senior System Engineer (Software)
Aerospace & Defence
Hybrid – 3 days on, 2 from home
Portsmouth
Up to £55,000
*Successful candidates will need to undergo a Security Clearance check*
We’re working with a global organisation that provides products and services to UK and US government agencies to span areas including Maritime, Air, Land, Cyber, Electronics and Aerospace. You’ll be joining during an exciting time of growth and innovation, working on multi-billion-pound programmes of work for the Ministry of Defence.
Key Responsibilities:
Apply Systems Engineering experience to the development of autonomous systems.
System design and architecture modelling. Managing architectural models from system architecture into software architecture.
System test planning, execution, and reporting.
Background required:
Systems Engineering and Integrated Software Systems background.
Model-based system engineering frameworks and languages (TOGAF, SysML, UML etc)
Understanding of MATLAB, Simulink, Python, Pearl would be advantageous.
What’s on offer:
Salary up to £55K + opportunity to earn more with generous optional overtime pay + Private Healthcare + Share Schemes + 25 days leave rising with service (bank holidays on top) + Pension + life assurance and more.
Extensive career development and progression opportunities tailored to your goals.
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React to notification, from Facilities Management Help Desk, of possible network and Voice (primarily Fibre and Cat5) cabling problems.
Assist the CIS Engineers in the planning of network patching changes and execute those changes as required.
Provide CIS Engineers with update information relating to the network and voice infrastructures.
Diagnose cabling faults using Cat5, Fibre and Voice test equipment.
Resolve / repair cabling faults when required, on the above circuits.
Liaise with Facilities Management Help Desk to confirm rectification of reported faults.
Provide assistance to the MIS Department in desktop IT support tasks.
Training Outcome:This is a permanent position, which will see you move into a permanent position within the team as a Network Cable Installer. Progression and development will be discussed.Employer Description:Amey is a leading infrastructure services and engineering company.
Our 11,000 people are behind the critical services the country relies on every day and we each take personal pride in our public service.
Our unique engineering and operations experience, together with data driven insight from our consulting business, delivers better results for our clients. We are trusted partners of Government – both national and local – managing assets and complex projects that are vital to the country.Working Hours :Monday to Friday.
37.5 hours per week.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
A modern independent Opticians based in Hove, East Sussex are on the lookout for a full time Dispensing Optician. The practice has been established for more than 60 years and has an excellent clinical reputation in the area.
Dispensing Optician – Role
High end dispensing, stocking many leading brands such as Lindberg, Starck, Silhouette, Rayban, Revo, LaFont, LA Eyewear
Amazing 5* reviews
Diverse patient base
Advanced eye examinations
Providing a comprehensive and bespoke dispensing service
Myopia management
Working alongside two qualified Dispensing Opticians and a support team
Ensuring each patient has an amazing experience
Full Time - 9am to 5.30pm (4pm on a Sat)
Dispensing Optician – Requirements
GOC registered
Newly qualified will also be considered
Ambitious
Must be calm, comfortable and confident at all times when talking to patients.
Maintain the exceptional levels of service this practice is well known for
Interest in fashion and trends
Dispensing Optician – Salary and benefits
Basic salary between £28,000 to £35,000
No Sunday or late night working
Annual 4 weeks holiday, rising each year
Government based pension scheme
Annual Paid for CET event
GOC and ABDO fees paid
Further training and development opportunities
To apply for this role please press the apply now link or call Rebecca Wood on 01142381726 for more information.....Read more...
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cyber Security Analyst with 2-3 years of experience in a 2nd line support role and security-focused role to join a well-established estate agency. This full-time role offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.
As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will join the security team, gaining valuable experience in protecting critical systems while assisting with the implementation and maintenance of security infrastructure. Travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with government travel reimbursement guidelines.
You will be responsible for:
? Support the monitoring of security systems by reviewing server logs, firewall logs, and network traffic for any irregularities.
? Assist with security audits and testing to identify vulnerabilities and contribute to implementing solutions.
? Help manage security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and anti-virus software.
? Support system backups and updates, ensuring data protection and system integrity.
? Provide basic security guidance to users and encourage adherence to security best practices.
What we are looking for:
? Previously worked as a Cyber Security Analyst, IT Security Analyst, Security Analyst, SOC Analyst, IT Security Administrator, Network Security Administrator, Network Administrator, Cybersecurity Engineer, Security Specialist or in a similar role.
? Possess 2-3 years of experience in a 2nd line support role and security-focused role.
? Experience and understanding of IT systems and networks, with a passion for cybersecurity.
? Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Shift:
? Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:30pm
What's on offer:
? Competitive salary
? 33 days holiday plus birthday off
? Pension scheme
? Employee assistance scheme
? Career progression opportunities
Apply now for this exceptional Cyber Security Analyst opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
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Looking to join a leading organisation offering the chance to make a tangible impact, develop your skills, and support a key public service? Then this role could be just for you. In the Solicitor (Litigation) role, you will be:
Providing legal advice, representation, and advocacy in civil litigation, housing law, and related matters, including court and tribunal appearancesAssisting with a variety of team matters, with experience in housing, prosecutions, and local government work considered desirableDrafting legal documents, reports, and correspondence, and analyse legal issues to deliver practical, solution-focused advice aligned with Council objectivesSupporting the legal service’s administrative tasks and take responsibility for personal development through regular reviews
To be successful, you will need:
Qualified Solicitor status (England & Wales)Experience of civil litigation and housing law in Wales Ability to analyse problems, determine legal solutions, and apply the law to achieve the Council’s objectivesStrong IT and standard office equipment skills Willingness and ability to travel across the County and beyond for meetings, court hearings, and training as required
This is a temporary position for initially 2–3 months, working full-time hours (37 hours per week) based in Colwyn Bay. You'll start on an hourly rate of £22.65 with enhanced overtime rates for weekend working, bank holidays, and hours worked beyond 37 per week If you are looking for a dynamic locum role where you can apply your litigation expertise and support vital council services, we want to hear from you.....Read more...
We are currently recruiting for a Finance Assistant on the apprenticeship scheme. This is a full-time, hybrid opportunity, with a requirement to spend at least 4 days a week based at our office on Granta Park in Cambridge, UK. As a Finance Assistant, you will provide support to the Operations Finance, Project Accounting and Commercial Finance teams.
The role will include, but is not limited to:
Preparation of Monthly Invoice Back-up
Completion of Reporting Templates
Detailed Analysis and Reconciliation
Audit Preparation and Checks
Client Budget Grid/Contract Support Activities
Training:During the term of the apprenticeship, we will provide an excellent training framework including some of the following:
Level 2 bookkeeping course at First Intuition
AAT training (level 3) with First Intuition
Additional off-the-job training, Onboarding, Skills Soft and Learning Management System
Rotation between 3 finance departments
Training Outcome:
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Finance department and develop into a business finance role
Employer Description:The PPD™ clinical research business of Thermo Fisher Scientific is a leading provider of global CRO solutions.
We provide comprehensive drug development, laboratory and lifecycle services to customers across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government entities. By harnessing innovative technology and expertise, we work to empower our customers to bring therapies to market, faster.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.15pm, 4 days office-based, 1 day from home.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
