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<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Are you ready to redefine how pay, reward, and recognition work, within an organisation in a period of corporate wide change and big aspirations? At Southwark Council, we’re not standing still, we’re driving forward an ambitious people strategy that supports a high-performing, inclusive, and modern public service.Vision<ul><li>Transform Shape the future of our pay, reward, and benefits, influencing how 5,000 employees are recognised and valued</li><li>Lead Play a key role in successfully delivering our reward projects, business as usual and implementing the outcome of a pay and reward review, aligned with the replacement of our ERP</li><li>Drive cultural change Be part of a proudly diverse, anti-racist, and inclusive organisation committed to equity and transparency in everything we do.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Pay and Reward Specialist to lead our reward portfolio. You’ll be at the heart of shaping policy, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring our people strategy underpins the success of Southwark 2030, our organisation’s strategic plan.Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Provide strategic direction for pay, performance management, benefits, and reward strategies across the Council</li><li>Lead the review of pay and grading and non-financial recognition initiatives</li><li>Ensure the effective application of reward policies including market supplements, recruitment and retention initiatives, incremental progression, and allowances, including additional duties and acting up payments</li><li>Partner with trade unions and senior HR leaders on pay negotiations and workforce consultation</li><li>Drive the integration of pay and reward principles within the ERP implementation, improving governance and sustainability</li><li>Conduct research, pay benchmarking, and lead policy development to shape evidence-based recommendations</li><li>Champion equality, inclusion, and transparency across all pay and reward practices</li><li>Lead and inspire a small, high-impact team delivering complex change at scale</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>You have a proven track record in reward transformation and systems implementation, ideally within Local Government or a similar large, complex unionised organisation. You bring:<ul><li>Deep expertise in pay and reward design, job evaluation, and related employment law</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills, with confidence navigating trade union engagement and pay negotiations, along with influencing senior leadership discussions and decisions</li><li>A solutions-focused, proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic environment</li><li>Demonstrable ability to build trust with trade unions, HR colleagues and key partners</li><li>A commitment to driving fairness, innovation, and inclusion in everything you deliver</li><li>Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, tact, diplomacy, and a employee-focused mindset</li><li>Proactivity, enthusiasm, and professionalism, with a passion for improving pay and reward.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>A part of your application you'll be required to submit an up to date CV in addition to a supporting statement, no longer than 1 side of A4. Salary: £59,526 - £74,040 + JNC annual allowance of £2,724Recruitment timetable:Please note these dates cannot be rescheduled.Application Closing Date: 11:59 PM on 11th January 2026Shortlisting: 15th January 2026Technical Assessment (Psychometric): 16th January 2026 (online)Internal Stakeholder Panel: 20th January 2026 (MS Teams)Interview Date: 26th January 2026 (in person)About Southwark CouncilAt Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals, and attend our universities. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2682019&amp;ptId=110559" target="_blank">Strategic Pay and Reward Specialist - Job Description &amp; Person Specification.pdf</a></li></ul>





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HR Coordinator (ITT Onboarding)Lift Schools 1 Edcity Walk, Edcity London, W12 7TF United Kingdom Hybrid working: 3 days in the office(s) and 2 days at homeHours: 30 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year (29.6 hours is also an option) - flexible working pattern.Salary: £23,657 (Actual) £28,624 - £29,572 (FTE) + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefitsContract: Fixed term - until August 2026Closing date: 5th JanInterview date: Week commencing 12th JanThe RoleWe are seeking a proactive, and detail-oriented HR Coordinator (ITT onboarding) to join our Central Team, based in Ed City - London or Lift New Rickstones in Essex, on a fixed term basis. This pivotal role will ensure Lift Schools meets all statutory and regulatory requirements relating to safer recruitment, employment compliance, and Initial Teacher Training (ITT) processes.You will lead on pre-employment checks, safeguarding compliance, and onboarding for ITT trainees - maintaining rigorous standards and robust systems to ensure that safeguarding remains at the heart of all we do. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on precision, takes pride in compliance excellence, and understands the importance of getting every detail right to protect and support our schools and trainees.This role can be 29.6 or 30 hours per week, depending on individual preference, and working hours can be across between 4 or 5 days depending on personal preference. If you have the skills and experience for this role but would prefer to work less hours per week (min of 16 hours), please reach out to discuss potential alternative options. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead the compliance process for employment checks across Lift Schools, ensuring full adherence to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).</li><li>Oversee DBS, right to work, reference, and medical clearances for all staff and trainees.</li><li>Ensure employment contracts, offer letters, and variation letters are accurate, compliant, and issued on time.</li><li>Maintain robust and auditable compliance records, producing regular reports for senior leaders.</li><li>Manage ITT compliance processes in line with regulatory requirements (e.g. Ark Teacher Training).</li><li>Coordinate onboarding for all new ITT trainees, ensuring a smooth, compliant, and welcoming experience.</li><li>Develop and deliver training to staff on compliance and onboarding procedures.</li><li>Act as the first point of contact for ITT compliance queries, providing expert advice and guidance.</li></ul>About YouYou'll be someone who combines exceptional attention to detail with a strong sense of integrity and purpose. You take ownership of your work, stay ahead of deadlines, and value the importance of compliance in safeguarding children and maintaining organisational trust. We welcome applications from both experienced professionals and those looking for entry level positions within HR or compliance. Essential skills and experience:<ul><li>GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 / C or equivalent).</li><li>Experience in a compliance, admin, HR, ITT, or safeguarding role.</li><li>Excellent organisational and communication skills.</li><li>A proactive, self-motivated, and resilient approach.</li><li>A demonstrable commitment to safeguarding and equality.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Strong knowledge of DBS and right to work checks and processes.</li><li>Experience working within education or ITT compliance.</li><li>Familiarity with Google Workspace. </li></ul>Who is Lift Schools?We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.We offer you:<ul><li>Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.</li><li>Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.</li><li>Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.</li><li>Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

HR Coordinator (ITT Onboarding)

<h4>About the service</h4>At Southwark, our 2030 vision sets out a clear ambition: to reduce inequality, empower people and invest in prevention so that everyone in our borough can thrive. To achieve this, we rely on one of our core strengths – our people. The People &amp; Organisational Development service sits at the heart of this work. We support more than 5,000 colleagues across the council, helping teams adapt, grow and deliver exceptional services. With programmes such as Southwark360 and Future Southwark, we’re modernising our technology, strengthening our operating approach and redesigning how we deliver people services. Whether we’re developing leaders, improving culture, strengthening workforce capacity or guiding teams through major change, our focus remains the same – ensuring our people feel supported, valued, and equipped with the right tools to be their best. <h4>About the role </h4>As the Senior Programme Manager, you’ll play a critical role in guiding how the council navigates major change while shaping a modern, people-centred HR operating model. Working closely with senior officers, councillors and trade unions you’ll act as a trusted advisor bringing clarity to complex issues and keeping people at the centre of decision making. Your work will focus on two main priorities: 1. Supporting the council’s transformation programmes You’ll shape and lead the workforce response to major change, ensuring People and OD plays a central role across our key transformation programmes, empowering leaders to build a more modern, better-connected council. 2. Designing &amp; delivering a new HR operating model Working closely with our People &amp; OD Leadership Team, you’ll lead the redesign of the service to align with Southwark360 and the council’s future needs. This will include modernising structures, streamlining processes, strengthening collaboration, and making effective use of data and technology to deliver a consistent, high-quality experience for colleagues. <h4>About you</h4>To be considered for this role you’ll have substantial experience leading workforce or organisational transformation with a strong understanding of how system, structures and culture come together to shape organisational performance. You’ll be comfortable operating at a senior level, guiding complex programmes, turning insight into clear practical solutions. To be considered for shortlisting you’ll need to evidence the following within your application: <ul><li>Expert knowledge of workforce transformation, with an understanding of key workforce challenges in local government. </li></ul><ul><li>Significant experience leading the design and delivery of workforce transformation strategies with evidence of measurable outcomes </li></ul><ul><li>Strong leadership ability, working collaboratively to deliver through others </li></ul><ul><li>Proven experience delivering complex programmes or projects using data to drive improvement </li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>This is a 2 year fixed term contract which includes a JNC allowance of £2,724 per annum, payable either through the benefits scheme or as a cash allowance.Recruitment Timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 11th January 2026</li><li>Shortlisting: week commencing 12th January 2026</li><li>Interview date(s): week commencing 19th January 2026</li></ul>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2680113&amp;ptId=110441" target="_blank">Senior Programme Manager - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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