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<p><strong>Job Advert -Manager</strong></p>
<p><strong>Roman Way Estate CIC &nbsp;Tenant Management Organisation</strong></p>
<p><strong>Salary:</strong> £42,00 per annum 37.5 hours per week</p>
<p><strong>Responsible to</strong>: Roman Way Estate CIC TMO Board&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Location</strong>: Roman Way Estate CIC, 27 Underwood Close, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2SX (the role also has scope for a mix of home and office base subject to agreement between both parties)</p>
<p><strong>About us</strong>: We manage approximately 158 properties on behalf of Birmingham City Council as a Tenant Management Organisation. Situated beside the Queen Elizabeth Hospital the area is considered a desirable place to live.</p>
<p>This role provides a great opportunity for a motivated and experienced housing professional to gain experience as a manager responsible for both the strategic direction of the TMO and its operational service delivery.</p>
<p>You will need substantial experience of managing and delivering housing management and maintenance services, provide excellent assistance to the team and be willing to support with operational issues as an involved and supportive leader and natural team player.</p>
<p>You will be skilled in forging positive relationships with board members, and in supporting the board to exercise effective governance. We believe in constantly seek ways to improve all areas of the business.</p>
<p>You will be developing relationships with partners including the Voluntary and Community Sector, with an eye to identify suitable services and support for tenants on Roman Way Estate CIC estate. You will need to put tenants at the centre of service delivery, provide great customer service and ensure there is a culture of reflecting best practice and what works best.</p>
<p>You can expect to use your influence to shape services and make a significant impact at local level in partnership with residents, stakeholders and the Local Authority.</p>
<p>We aim to achieve excellence in the provision of our services and as an equal opportunities’ employer.</p>
<p>Roman Way Estate CIC is also the registered address and provides accommodation to the national Federation of Tenant Management Organisations (NFTMO).</p>
<p>Further details available on our website: Romanwayestate.com&nbsp; <a href="http://romanwayestate.com/work-with-us.html" target="_blank">Work With Us</a></p>
<p><strong>Closing date</strong><strong>: 12:00 hrs Monday 16th February 2026</strong></p>

Roman Way Estate TMO

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<p>To apply, please submit a current and up to date CV along with a personal statement. Ideally in no more than two pages we want to hear about your motivation for applying to this role/ organisation, and evidence of how relevant your offer is to the role specification.</p>
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<p><strong>Are you looking for a new challenge?</strong></p>
<p>We are looking for a great HR professional who thrives on variety and a challenge. Principally, you will lead our HR services, manage our office facilities, support our board governance work, as well as communications.</p>
<p>We are looking for someone to support the Senior Management Team and the Board, delivering effective HR, governance and corporate services whilst continuing to embed a risk culture.</p>
<p>To be successful in the role you will need:</p>
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<li>Experience of providing Human Resources support to management and employees, including organisational change, terms and conditions, policies, and procedures</li>
<li>A sound grasp of corporate governance issues and secretarial practice</li>
<li>Good understanding of regulatory environment and legal requirements of the social housing sector</li>
<li>Excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders</li>
<li>Experience of preparing and presenting reports to Senior Management and Board</li>
<li>Proficient in Board report writing and minute taking</li>
<li>CIPD qualification <strong>or</strong> working towards same with a commitment to CPD</li>
<li>Education to degree level <strong>or</strong> equivalent through relevant training and experience</li>
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<p>You will be joining the team at an exciting time of change and will be responsible for delivering an excellent responsive customer orientated service to Ekaya residents, tenants, other service users and stakeholders.</p>
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<li>Competitive salary £52,670 per annum</li>
<li>7% Employer pension contribution</li>
<li>4 x life insurance</li>
<li>Hybrid working</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>25 days holiday plus public holidays, rising to 30 days after five years continuous service</li>
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<h4>HOW TO APPLY</h4>
<p>To apply, please submit a current and up to date CV along with a personal statement. Ideally in no more than two pages we want to hear about your motivation for applying to this role/ organisation, and evidence of how relevant your offer is to the role specification.</p>
<p>Please submit your completed application by email to <strong><a href="mailto:recruitment@ekaya.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ekaya.co.uk</a></strong> </p>
<p><strong>Shortlisting is currently ongoing, so please get your application in as soon as possible.&nbsp; </strong></p>
<p>Interviews and testing will take place immediately after shortlisted candidates are notified.&nbsp;</p>
<p>If you have applied for this role in the last few months, you needn’t re-apply.</p>
<p>We look to hearing from you.</p>

Corporate Services Manager / Company Secretary

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<p>An opportunity has arisen for a qualified Educational Psychologist, or a third-year Trainee Educational Psychologist, to join our strengths-based Educational Psychology Service (EPS). The successful applicant will undertake a varied and meaningful workload in addition to core statutory duties.</p>
<p>At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.</p>
<h3>About you…</h3>
<p>We are looking for an Educational Psychologist who is enthusiastic about applying psychology to make a meaningful difference for children, young people and their families. In this role, you will help shape our new core service delivery offer, ensuring it is both evidence based and impactful. Alongside this, you will deliver a traded service to education settings, commissioned work (Early Help, Virtual School and Children’s Social Care) and lead on projects such as ELSA, PINS and our parent/carer helpline.</p>
<h3>About the team…</h3>
<p>The Educational Psychology Service (EPS) is a small, highly skilled team of Educational Psychologists who work collaboratively with children, young people, their families and other professionals across a range of settings.&nbsp; We apply psychology to bring about positive change, support progress in learning and enhance emotional wellbeing.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Educational Psychologists (EPs) in Bracknell Forest pride themselves on being inclusive, person-centred and trauma informed. We provide a balanced workload to all our team members - Seniors, EPs, and Trainees - and offer opportunities to develop or extend specialist interests and skills aligned with our service plan and the evolving needs of the wider organisation. We have regular face to face team meetings in our central Bracknell office in addition to regular peer supervision and continuous professional development opportunities. We actively encourage collaborative working with fellow Educational Psychologists and colleagues across the local authority.</p>
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
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<li>Provide a traded service to link education settings alongside delivering a free systemic offer that is available to all education settings.</li>
<li>Deliver core EPS commissions within the Council (Virtual School, Social Care and&nbsp; Early Help) and lead on a variety of strategic projects (ELSA, PINS, parent/carer helpline).</li>
<li>Shape and innovate strategy including supporting the SEND Priority Action Plan and Health Transformation Programme within the Council and across the wider community.</li>
<li>Provide high-quality psychological advice as part of statutory EHC needs assessments.</li>
<li>Contribute to SEND decision making groups by advocating for children and young people and contributing a psychological viewpoint.</li>
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<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Reimbursement of one annual professional subscription/registration.</li>
<li>Reimbursement of HCPC registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
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<p><a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank"><strong>Find out more about all our benefits </strong></a>or see the candidate pack.</p>
<h3>Our values...</h3>
<p>At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a></p>
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
<p>Interviews will be held on Monday 23rd February.</p>
<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>
<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>
<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;</p>
<p>Catherine Reynolds (Principal Educational Psychologist): <a href="mailto:Catherine.Reynolds@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Catherine.Reynolds@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> (01344 351227)</p>
<p>Anna Bryant (Senior Educational Psychologist): <a href="mailto:Anna.Bryant@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Anna.Bryant@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> (01344 352388)</p>
<p>Sam Broomfield (Senior Educational Psychologist): <a href="mailto:Samantha.Broomfield@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Samantha.Broomfield@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> (01344 351104)</p>
<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>
<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>
<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>
<p>No agencies please.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>London (Hybrid)<br>Permanent contract, Full-time<br>Salary: £32,000 – £34,000 per annum<br>Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Thursday 5 February 2026<br>Interview date: Tuesday 10 February 2026</p>
<h2>Job Advert</h2>
<p><strong>Do you want a role where your organisation and care can make a real difference to people’s homes and lives?</strong></p>
<p>The Retired Ministers Housing Society (RMHS) exists to assist retired and retiring ministers with their housing needs, providing homes suitable for long-term occupation. We manage around 260 properties, delivering a supportive, resident-focused service by coordinating inspections, repairs, and ongoing maintenance, while keeping our homes safe, compliant, energy-efficient and fit for the future.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Repairs &amp; Maintenance Officer to join our small, dedicated, and friendly team. In this role, you will be at the heart of our service, coordinating day-to-day repairs and maintenance and acting as the central point of contact for our residents. You will work closely with surveyors and contractors to ensure inspections, cyclical compliance checks, and planned works are completed promptly and to a high standard.</p>
<p>We are looking for someone who is organised, calm and solution focused, with strong administrative and IT skills and a reassuring, empathetic approach.&nbsp; A-level education (or equivalent experience) is required and experience in housing repairs and maintenance is an advantage.</p>
<p>We offer a supportive, flexible working environment where your contribution genuinely matters. Hybrid working can be discussed and you will have the satisfaction of knowing your work makes a real difference.</p>
<p>If you are motivated by helping others, enjoy coordinating projects, and want to work in a role with real purpose, we would love to hear from you.</p>
<h2><strong>Apply for this post</strong></h2>
<p>If you are interested in working for us and can meet the above requirements, please read the Job Description and then apply, via the apply link above.</p>
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<p><strong>Regional Surveyor - Housing Society</strong></p>
<p><strong>London- based with UK travel</strong></p>
<p><strong>Part time, 21-28 hours per week</strong></p>
<p><strong>Salary: £55,000 per annum (FTE)</strong></p>
<p>Are you a qualified building surveyor with experience in social housing and a passion for making a difference? The United Reformed Church Retired Ministers Housing Society is looking for someone to join our small, dedicated team and help ensure retired ministers live in safe, comfortable, and well-maintained homes.</p>
<p>In this role, you’ll take ownership of repairs and maintenance across our 260 properties, assessing homes, specifying adaptations, and managing both planned and reactive maintenance. You’ll prepare technical specifications, oversee contractors, and work within budget, all while playing a central role in delivering and improving our asset management strategy. Your work will directly impact the quality of life for our residents, helping them live safely and independently in their later years.</p>
<p>We’re looking for someone with residential maintenance and surveying experience, ideally within social housing, and a strong understanding of adaptations for elderly or disabled residents. You’ll be confident communicating complex technical information clearly, managing budgets effectively, and working collaboratively with colleagues. Educated to degree level, hold RICS or CIOB accreditation, strong IT skills, and a clean driving licence are essential.</p>
<p>This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to combine your technical expertise with a meaningful purpose. If you want a role where your skills make a real difference to people’s lives, this is your chance to step in and leave a lasting impact.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p><strong>If you are interested in working for us and can meet the above requirements, please contact us/see our website for Job Description and share your CV:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Human Resources, the United Reformed Church, 86 Tavistock Place, London WC1H 9RT</strong></p>
<p><strong>T: 020 7691 9871&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; E: <a href="mailto:recruitment@urc.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@urc.org.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; W: </strong><a href="https://urc.org.uk/jobs" target="_blank"><strong>https://urc.org.uk/jobs</strong></a></p>
<p><strong>Closing date for applications: &nbsp;12 noon, 2 February 2026 </strong><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p><strong>Interview date: 13 February 2026</strong></p>
<p><em>This post requires an enhanced DBS certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service</em></p>

Regional Surveyor

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Child Maintenance Service - Work Group Leader

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We’re looking for an exceptional <strong>Software Developer</strong> to help us make a difference to our planet. </p><p>As our Software Developer, the job may be suitable for hybrid working, which is where an employee works part of the week in the office and part of the week from home. This is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and the location advertised will be your contractual place of work. </p><p>Our opportunity is full time, 37 hours per week. Our people are at the heart of what we do and we'll do our best to agree a working pattern that works for everyone.</p><p><strong>World changing work</strong></p><p>From science to technology, from meteorology to management, and from planning to communication, our expertise helps us stand out as the authority on weather accuracy and climate prediction. We help individuals, industries and government to make better decisions to stay safe and thrive. This is the Met Office. This is who we are. </p><ul><li>We’re a force for good - focusing on our environmental and social impact</li><li>We’re experts by nature - always learning and developing to do things better</li><li>We live and breathe it - putting our purpose at the heart of decision-making</li><li>We’re better together - understanding partnerships and inclusivity make us greater</li><li>We keep evolving - pushing boundaries to make tomorrow better for our customers</li></ul><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Your world of expertise</strong></p><p>We’re looking for an exceptional Software Developer who shares our amazing values to help us make a difference to our planet by using cutting edge technologies to provide world-leading meteorological information to our customers around the world.</p><p><strong>Your key duties</strong>: </p><p>Join the Met Office’s Data Services team - an innovative, friendly group at the forefront of developing scalable cloud-based solutions.</p><p>We’re responsible for the systems that deliver critical weather and climate data to users across the UK and beyond. Through scalable APIs and cloud-native services, our team ensures fast, reliable access to forecast and observation data, supporting everyone from emergency responders and government to businesses and the public.</p><p>As a Developer in Data Services, you’ll be working with a highly collaborative set of squads and engineering solutions using <strong>Python and AWS Cloud Computing</strong> to bridge the gap between advanced scientific modelling and the platforms our users rely on every day. You’ll be getting hands on with the output of our cutting-edge supercomputing capabilities, handling terabytes of data daily, and have opportunities to learn and understand weather data. You will be supporting and releasing into our live systems and making system performance, scalability, and reliability essential elements of your work. </p><p>This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger - developing modern, cloud-based solutions that have a wide-reaching and positive impact, helping millions of people to stay safe and thrive.</p><p>This developer role is aligned to <strong><a href="https://ddat-capability-framework.service.gov.uk/role/software-developer#developer" target="_blank">Software developer - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework</a></strong> on the GOV.UK website.</p><p>We operate an on-call roster in Technology to provide 24/7/365 support to respond to operational service requirements. This post may be part of an on-call roster and the postholder would be required to participate in an on-call roster where in operation. </p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria, skills and experience:</strong></p><ol><li>(Expert by nature) <strong>Programming and build (software engineering)</strong>: collaborate with others when necessary to review specifications, use the agreed specifications to design, code, test and document programs or scripts of medium-to-high complexity, using the right standards and tools<strong>. (Lead Criteria)</strong></li><li>(Keep evolving) <strong>Development process optimisation: </strong>explain the importance of developing process efficiency and the common ways in which processes are optimised. Support specific activities to improve development processes. Spot or identify obvious deficiencies. </li><li>(Better together) <strong>Service support</strong>: Help fix faults following agreed procedures. Carry out agreed maintenance tasks on infrastructure.</li><li><strong>Systems Design:</strong> Translate logical designs into physical designs. Produce detailed designs. Effectively document all work using required standards, methods and tools, including prototyping tools where appropriate. Design systems characterised by managed levels of risk, manageable business and technical complexity, and meaningful impact. Work with well understood technology and identify appropriate patterns.</li><li><strong>Systems integration</strong>: Build and test simple interfaces between systems. Work on more complex integration as part of a wider team</li></ol><p>The panel may perform a preliminary sift of the lead criteria as indicated above.</p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £35,145, Met Office contributes £10,181 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p><strong>Why join us</strong></p><p>We invest in our people to unlock their full potential. As a Software Developer, we will support you to develop and thrive to be the best you can be. You will be given up to half a day per week to improve your skills through non-project learning. We champion positive physical and mental health in the workplace and are committed to being an inclusive organisation, providing a working culture that actively values an equal and diverse workforce.</p><p>Our work is life-changing, often lifesaving and always life-enhancing. The Met Office is Great Place to Work UK certified. We are also featured on their ‘Best Workplaces in Tech’ 2023, 2024 and 2025 lists, as well as their ’54 Best Workplaces for Women’ 2023 list.</p><p>As our Software Developer, your total reward package will be up to £51,648 annually, which includes: </p><ul><li>£35,145 base pay</li><li>An outstanding Civil Service pension, with an average employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Recruitment Retention Allowance (RRA) you will be paid £2,200 per annum as a market supplement to reflect the demand for your skills. Whilst in post, you will be paid this market driven allowance from April 2024 until March 2026 in your monthly pay.</li><li>Annual Leave starting at 27.5 days (plus Bank Holidays) rising to 32.5 days (plus Bank Holidays) after 5 years and option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year of annual leave</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>If you share our values, we’d love to hear from you! Click apply to begin your application. Please upload your CV and submit a supporting statement with evidence against the essential criteria (approx. 500 words)</p><p>If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to complete a technical challenge, which focuses on essential criteria 2. If you pass the technical challenge, you will then be invited to attend an interview. </p><p>Closing date 08/02/2026 at 23:59 with the pre-interview stage (technical challenge) will commence from 01/03/2026 and with interviews commencing from 18/03/2026. You will hear from us once the closing date has passed. </p><p><strong>Using AI in your application</strong></p><p>We welcome applications that use AI tools for support in drafting or refining, as long as they accurately reflect your own skills and experience. All hiring decisions at the Met Office are made by people, not AI. For more details, visit <a href="https://careers.metoffice.gov.uk/join-us/our-approach-recruitment" target="_blank">our approach to recruitment</a>.</p><p><strong>How we can help</strong></p><p>If you have any questions or would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact us at <a href="mailto:careers@metoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@metoffice.gov.uk</a>. </p><p>If you’re considering applying and need support to do so, please get in touch. You can request adjustments either within your application or by contacting us. Should you be offered an interview, please be aware there may be a selection exercise which could include a presentation, written test or a scenario-based activity. You can select in your application to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme. To be invited to interview/assessment under this scheme, your application must meet the essential criteria for the role. </p><p>We understand that great minds don’t always think alike and as an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from those with all protected characteristics. We recruit on merit, fairness, and open competition in line with the Civil Service Code. </p><p>We can only accept applications from those eligible to live and work in the UK - please refer to GOV.UK for information. We require Security clearance, for which you need to have resided in the UK for at least 3 of the last 5 years to be eligible, 2 of these years must be immediately preceding the point of your application. You will need to achieve full security clearance within your first 6 months with us. </p><p>If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and wish to make a complaint, then in the first instance you should contact us at: <strong><a href="mailto:careers@metoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@metoffice.gov.uk</a></strong> If you are not satisfied with the response that you receive, then you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: <strong><a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a></strong></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Resourcing Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@metoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@metoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@metoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@metoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul>

Met Office

Software Developer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. </p><p>UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all. </p><p>UKHSA National Response Operations provide services to the Public, Health Professionals and other Government Departments via the Single Service Centre. The Single Service Centre provides inbound and outbound telephony services through an outsourced supplier. The Single service Centre Operational support will assist the Service Operations and Complaints team in delivering excellent customer service and managing performance. </p><p>The Customer Contact work is split into three key workstream areas. The Single Service Centre Operational Support may work interchangeably across any of the areas but will also be allocated to one main workstream area. The successful candidate will also undertake duties outlined in the General Operations remit.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The post holder will provide day-to-day administrative support to the National Response Operations Single Service Centre team. They will maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders both internal and external to the organisation. The post holder will work with minimal supervision and be expected to work flexibly as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing a range of administrative duties. The post holder may work with colleagues who are based across the country at different sites and/or who work remotely. The post holder will develop working relationships and communicate regularly with a wide range of individuals, clinical and non-clinical, internal and external to UKHSA. This post requires the candidate to be proactive and flexible within competing priorities. </p><h4>Detailed job description and main responsibilities</h4><p><strong> Complaints Officer</strong></p><ul><li>Undertake the accurate and timely investigation and resolution to individual feedback, complaints and MP enquiries regarding National Response Operations activity.</li><li>Liaise with colleagues in Training &amp; Content and Policy teams to identify answers to complaints, and respond fully, seeking appropriate approval for proposed resolution activities.</li><li>Apply consistent methodologies to ensure that potential incidents and data breaches are identified and reported at the earliest opportunity</li></ul><p><strong> Operational Support Officer</strong></p><ul><li>Ordering Test Kits</li><li>Monitoring team email inboxes/calendars, meeting administration and reporting</li><li>Maintaining data bases, monitoring data flows including GDPR compliance</li><li>Producing performance packs with stakeholder engagement and analysing performance data</li><li>Liaise with colleagues in Training &amp; Content and Policy teams to identify answers to complaints, and respond fully, seeking appropriate approval for proposed resolution activities.</li><li>Apply consistent methodologies to ensure that potential incidents and data breaches are identified and reported at the earliest opportunity</li></ul><p><strong>General Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Support the development of systems and procedures where necessary to ensure efficiency, quality and cost effectiveness across the business support and administration function.</li><li>Participate in relevant internal working groups/projects, services and initiatives across the organisation representing the Team or Division</li><li>Provide cover as directed by line manager for other members of the team in their absence and assist with their workloads as necessary. </li><li>Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships at all levels</li><li> Work collaboratively across teams and functions, and across the organisation </li><li>Take responsibility for the promotion of wellbeing across the division by role modelling positive and inclusive leadership and contributing actively to the creation of a supportive culture</li><li>The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of UKHSA.</li><li>As a Category 1 responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004, UKHSA has a set of civil protection responsibilities which it must fulfil in the response to any emergency or major incident. Staff may be asked to contribute to the preparedness for and response to major incidents and emergencies (as defined in the UKHSA Concept of Operations) as required.</li></ul><p>The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by your line manager.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Significant administrative experience including developing, and maintaining office systems, including handling sensitive information</li><li>Experience of organising meetings and producing supporting paperwork including agendas and taking minutes/actions</li><li>Experience of working as part of a team to achieve a common goal</li><li>Experience of working in a customer focused environment</li><li>IT skills including advanced Microsoft Office experience (all areas)</li><li>Ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with all professional disciplines</li><li>Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills, with the ability to adapt their communication style to the audience</li><li>Experience in managing performance in challenging circumstances. Able to demonstrate persistence and resilience, despite obstacles and setbacks.</li><li>An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships.</li><li>Ability to work without direct supervision working to tight and often changing timescales</li><li>Promote diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity, respecting difference, and external experience.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience of working with outsourced suppliers using commercial and contractual knowledge to maintain and improve performance</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £28,547, UK Health Security Agency contributes £8,270 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>An environment with flexible working options</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Ability and Experience.</p><p><strong>Stage 1: Application &amp; Sift </strong></p><p>You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 11 essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a: </p><ul><li>Application form (‘Employer/ Activity history’ section on the application) </li></ul><ul><li>500 word supporting statement. </li></ul><p>This should outline how you consider your skills, experience and knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria. <br><br>You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V –please be advised you will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible). Please do not email us your CV. </p><p>Healthjobs UK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than 500 words. We will not consider any words over 500 words. </p><p><strong>Longlisting</strong><strong>:</strong> In the event of a large number of applications we may longlist into 3 piles of: </p><ul><li>Meets all essential criteria </li></ul><ul><li>Meets some essential criteria </li></ul><ul><li>Meets no essential criteria </li></ul><p>If used, the pile ‘Meets all essential criteria’ will proceed to shortlisting. </p><p><strong>Shortlisting:</strong> In the event of a large number of applications we may conduct an initial sift, on the lead criteria of:</p><ul><li>Significant administrative experience including developing, and maintaining office systems, including handling sensitive information</li></ul><p> Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications/large amount of successful candidates. </p><p>If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview &amp; assessment. </p><p>Feedback will not be provided at this stage. </p><p><strong>Stage 2: Interview</strong></p><p>You will be invited to a single remote interview. </p><p>Behaviours, Strengths, Ability and Experience will be tested at interview.</p><p>The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be: </p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing (Lead Behaviour)</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li></ul><p>Interviews dates to be confirmed. </p><p>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. </p><p><strong>Location</strong></p><p>This role is being offered as hybrid working based at any of our Core HQs. We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce. As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, (averaged over a month) working at one of UKHSA's core HQs (Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, and London). </p><p>Our core HQ offices are modern and newly refurbished with excellent city centre transport links and benefit from co-location with other government departments such as the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC).</p><p><strong>Security Clearance Level Requirement</strong></p><p>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Basic Personnel Security Standard.</p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria</strong></p><p>External: Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).</p><p><strong>Future location </strong></p><p>UKHSA is investing in a new state-of-the-art National Biosecurity Centre in Harlow, Essex, which will eventually bring together teams currently based at Canary Wharf, Colindale and Porton Down. For more details, please see:</p><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/huge-biosecurity-centre-investment-to-boost-pandemic-protection" target="_blank">Huge biosecurity centre investment to boost pandemic protection - GOV.UK</a></p><p>The new facilities will start becoming operational in the mid-2030s, with full <br>completion by 2038. Staff will move in phases as facilities become available. If you're appointed to a role currently based at Canary Wharf, Colindale or Porton Down, please note that we'll continue investing in these sites for the next decade. As we get closer to the transition, we'll provide full information about relocation support available to staff.</p><p><strong>Reasonable Adjustments</strong></p><p>The Civil Service is committed to making sure that our selection methods are fair to everyone. To help you during the recruitment process, we will consider any reasonable adjustments that could help you. An adjustment is a change to the recruitment process or an adjustment at work. This is separate to the Disability Confident Scheme. If you need an adjustment to be made at any point during the recruitment process you should contact the recruitment team in confidence as soon as possible to discuss your needs.</p><p>You can find out more information about reasonable adjustments across the Civil Service here: <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/reasonable-adjustments/" target="_blank">Reasonable Adjustments , Civil Service Careers</a></p><p><strong>International Police check</strong><br>If you have spent more than 6 months abroad over the last 3 years you may need an International Police Check. This would not necessarily have to be in a single block, and it could be time accrued over that period.</p><p><strong>Internal Fraud Check</strong></p><p>If successful for this role as one aspect of pre-employment screening, applicant’s personal details – name, national insurance number and date of birth - will be checked against the Cabinet Office Internal Fraud Hub, and anyone included on the database will be refused employment unless they can show exceptional circumstances. Currently this is only for external candidates to the Civil Service.</p><p><strong>Careers website</strong></p><p>Please visit our careers site for more information</p><p><a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/ukhsa-hub/" target="_blank">UKHSA Hub , Civil Service Careers</a></p><p><strong>Salary Information</strong></p><p>If you are successful at interview and are moving from another government <br>department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms. </p><p>Executive Officer (EO) </p><ul><li>£28,547- £33,196 (National)</li><li>£30,441-£35,576 (Outer London)</li><li>£32,624-£37,737 (Inner London)</li></ul><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Nigel Poole</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Nigel.Poole@ukhsa.gov.uk" target="_blank">Nigel.Poole@ukhsa.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ukhsa.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ukhsa.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the <br>basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles.<br><br>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment <br>Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the UKHSA Complaints team via email at: <a href="mailto:Complaints@ukhsa.gov.uk" target="_blank">Complaints@ukhsa.gov.uk</a><br><br>If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can <br>contact the Civil Service Commission. Visit the Civil Service Commission website for <br>further information: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/</a><br><br>

UK Health Security Agency

Single Service Centre Operational Support

Government Legal Department

Qualified Lawyers

HM Revenue and Customs

Infrastructure Engineer - Core Applications

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>At Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S), we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force. Together, we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes, and strive for what's next. Because it helps keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe – for today, and tomorrow.</p><p>We offer 25+ days’ holiday, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced parental leave schemes, shopping discounts, and an exceptional employer pension contribution of 28.97%, to help make work work for you.</p><p>This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain Security Check (SC) security clearance. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained, or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn’t obtained within 12 months. We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>Are you ready to lead a dynamic, high-performing team within Defence? Join us at Defence Equipment and Support (DE&amp;S) in this challenging and rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on our mission to protect and defend our Armed Forces. This is one of two Head of Establishment roles we are currently recruiting for, one based in DM Beith and one based in DM Glen Douglas.</p><p>The Head of Establishment is a key strategic and operational role in which you will hold primary responsibility and accountability for the safe running of the establishment, operating in a highly regulated and potentially high risk environment.</p><p>You will play a vital role in leading and overseeing strategic plans, ensuring safety processes, and providing operational support vital to Defence outputs. Defence Munitions is at the forefront of safeguarding the supply, storage, maintenance, and disposal of munitions. You’ll drive operational excellence in fast-paced environments, foster continuous improvement, and deliver positive results. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders across the Military, Defence Regulation, and wider teams within DE&amp;S to ensure compliance and the successful delivery of strategic plans.</p><p>Please note that travel to other Defence Munitions and MoD sites across the UK will be expected dependent on organisational requirements. Regular in-person attendance is required (this is expected to be approximately 100% of your working week) to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance and business need.</p><p><strong>What you’ll be doing</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and development site personnel and utilise resource effectively to deliver operational outputs and requirements in a timely manner.</li><li>Lead, direct, manage and control all activities carried out within specified areas of control in a manner that ensures the safe, secure, efficient, effective, and economic use of all resources.</li><li>Manage, Receive, Store, Maintain and Issue the range of General Munitions, General Commodities, Equipment and Complex Weapons.</li><li>Manage a full spectrum of stakeholders within the organisation, authorised customers, wider DE&amp;S) and the Delivery Team community.</li><li>Responsibility for controlling the site activities to ensure, the health, safety, security and welfare of employees and any stakeholders involved.</li><li>Serve as Delivery Duty Holder with responsibility for the safe operation of the site, systems and facilities, including authorising Safe Systems of Work, managing and providing input to Safety Assurance.</li><li>Responsible for all senior stakeholder engagement with customers, suppliers, including DE&amp;S, wider MoD, and Other Government Departments, to deliver operational outputs and requirements.</li><li>Ensure safety assurance and site compliance with of all relevant legislative and internal/external regulatory requirements.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:</p><ul><li>Experience of operating at a senior management level in a large, highly complex organisation.</li><li>Strong knowledge and understanding of operational management environment.</li><li>Strong experience of leadership and staff development.</li><li>Strong knowledge and experience of risk management application.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety Health and Environment (OSHE) in a hazardous environments.</li><li>Must hold a valid Full UK Driving Licence.</li></ul><p>In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:</p><ul><li>Core Behaviour 1: Leadership</li><li>Core Behaviour 2: Changing and Improving </li><li>Technical Competence 1: Managing support, supplier, and customer networks – Practitioner</li><li>Technical Competence 2: Making evidence-based decisions – Practitioner</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £61,100, Ministry of Defence contributes £17,700 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday</li><li>Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards</li><li>Access to specialist training and funded qualifications</li><li>Support for progression</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li><li>Volunteering days</li><li>Enhanced parental leave schemes</li></ul><p>Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.</p><p>#LI-Onsite</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><ul><li>Civil Service Recruitment Principles: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank"><strong>Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li><li>Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack</strong></a></li><li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions</strong></a></li><li>Civil Service Code: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/the-code/" target="_blank"><strong>The Code - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li></ul><p><strong><em>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed </em></strong><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank"><strong><em>here</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong></p><p><strong>Disability Confident:</strong></p><p>Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section ‘Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.’</p><p><strong>Conflicts of Interest:</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:</p><ol><li>Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.</li><li>Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. <em>Please follow our </em><a href="https://des.mod.uk/how-to-write-cv" target="_blank"><strong><em>guidance on CV writing</em></strong></a><em> for best chance of success.</em></li><li>Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert.</li></ol><p>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at interview, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours and competencies below: </p><ul><li>1st: Core Behaviour 1 </li></ul><ul><li>2nd: Core Behaviour 2 </li></ul><ul><li>3rd: Technical Competencies </li></ul><ul><li>4th: CV Review </li></ul><p>In the event of a further tie using the method above, we reserve the right to utilise the Lead criterion, and/or an additional assessment. </p><p>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview. </p><p>If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance you should contact department via email: <a href="mailto:DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">Recruitment Complaints - Civil Service Commission</a></p><p><strong>Offering at a lower level</strong></p><p>If you’re not successful at interview, we may offer you a role at a lower level if this is a match for your skills and experience. If this applies to your application, you’ll be scored against criteria for the lower-level role and offers will be made in merit order. If you accept this position, you’ll be able to take advantage of opportunities to develop your career as part of our team.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Jade Kirby</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzQmdmVyaWZ5PTUwZTgwMjZkZDgwZDFmYWUxZmZiN2FlZWIzYWI2ZjBmJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4Njg5LWI0ZjAxNjc2YmRkMTVkMDJlNjMwZjFjZGExYzEwYzEyZGIxYmY5NDI=" target="_blank">20250527 Success Profile Behaviours 2025 document v1-O Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 704kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzUmdmVyaWZ5PTE0NjIyOTEzZTJjZmU4OTY0NTA5ODIwMGMwMDAwY2IyJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4Njg5LWI0ZjAxNjc2YmRkMTVkMDJlNjMwZjFjZGExYzEwYzEyZGIxYmY5NDI=" target="_blank">20221128-Operational Delivery Technical Competences FY22-23 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 9MB)

Ministry of Defence

DE&S Head of Establishment - DM Beith

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Location:</strong> MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol, BS34 8JH (office attendance required)<br><strong>Duration:</strong> 24 – 26 months <br><strong>Start Date:</strong> September 2026<br><strong>Salary:</strong> £23,280 (with annual increments)</p><p><strong>Entry Requirements: </strong>Five full GCSEs at grades 4-9 including English Language and Mathematics, and two A Levels at minimum grade C</p><p><strong>Working Pattern: </strong>Full-time</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong><br>Join the DE&amp;S Security Profession in a vital role that helps protect our people, information, assets, and capabilities. This apprenticeship scheme offers hands-on experience and the opportunity to work towards a Level 4 qualification. As a Security Apprentice, you will play an active part in identifying vulnerabilities, understanding threats, and supporting the delivery of protective security measures across a diverse organisation. This scheme develops the foundational skills needed to contribute to a “converged security” approach, integrating personnel, physical, technical and cyber security in line with the Government Security Framework. You will gain hands‑on experience, professional development, and the opportunity to learn from security specialists working across Defence to ensure that critical activities remain safe, secure and resilient.<br><br></p><h4>Job description</h4><p>During this apprenticeship, you'll rotate across a variety of Security Profession teams, developing practical experience in personnel, physical and cyber security.</p><p>You will:</p><ul><li>support the identification of threats and vulnerabilities</li><li>help assess security risks</li><li>contribute to developing proportionate mitigations that protect Defence people, assets, and information.</li></ul><p>Working with internal and external partners, you will:</p><ul><li>assist in producing security briefings</li><li>maintain asset and risk registers</li><li>contribute to protective security planning and assurance activity</li><li>gain experience communicating effectively with stakeholders</li><li>support the adoption of protective security best practice across DE&amp;S, building the core capabilities required of a future Protective Security Adviser</li></ul><p>Read more about the Apprenticeship Standards here: <a href="https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st1401-v1-0" target="_blank">Protective security adviser / Skills England</a></p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Minimum selection criteria: </strong></p><ul><li>Five full GCSEs at grades 4-9 including English Language and Mathematics and Two A Levels at minimum grade C</li><li>Pass at online assessment stage</li></ul><p><em>Final-year students can apply with official predicted grades; all qualifications must be evidenced by end of August 2026. (Equivalent level qualifications to GCSEs in the required subject and grades will also be considered).</em></p><p><strong>Eligibility:</strong></p><ul><li>UK residency for the last 5 years</li><li>Security Check (SC) clearance required</li><li>Right to work in the UK (DE&amp;S does not sponsor visas)</li><li>Must not hold existing higher-level qualifications in the same or a similar subject</li><li>Must no longer be in full-time education by the start of the scheme</li></ul><br><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £23,280, Ministry of Defence contributes £6,744 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Salary of £23,280 with annual increments</li><li>25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and an extra privilege day)</li><li>Employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Flexible working options and access to on-site facilities</li><li>Professional training and funding for qualifications</li><li>Access to employee networks promoting diversity and inclusion</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours.<p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p><strong>Apply Online (26 Jan – 16 Feb 2026</strong>)</p><p>Complete an online application form using the link in this advert. Complete all information accurately including how you meet our minimum selection criteria. <strong>Please allow sufficient time to submit your application before the deadline.</strong></p><p><strong>Online Assessments (Feb 2026)</strong></p><p>We’ll ask you to complete some interactive assessments. These should take around 35 - 40 minutes. They will provide us with insight into your adaptability, how you interact and learn new skills, and how you will naturally act and think at work.</p><p><strong>Eligibility checks (March 2026)</strong></p><p>We will review your application form to ensure you meet our minimum selection criteria and nationality requirements.</p><p><strong>Assessment Centre (April 2026)</strong></p><p>Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an assessment centre at DE&amp;S headquarters, MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol. There will be limited dates available. You’ll undertake an interview, presentation and a group activity. <strong>Please note, attendance is required in person, as virtual participation is not available.</strong></p><p><strong>Provisional Offer (May 2026)</strong></p><p>We will offer based on order of merit to the number of roles available.</p><p><strong>Onboarding (May – Aug 2026) </strong></p><p>All pre-employment checks will take place to ensure you evidence our minimum selection and eligibility criteria to undertake a role within the MOD. If all are successful, we will provide a formal offer of employment.</p><p><strong>Induction (September 2026) </strong></p><p>Subject to confirmation, this scheme is expected to start September 2026.</p><br><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><ul><li>Your application form must list your qualifications to meet the minimum selection criteria, if missing, we will be unable to qualify you against our eligibility checks.</li><li>Should you encounter any technical difficulties submitting your application please take screenshots and email us <a href="mailto:DESHR-ETCoE-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-ETCoE-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a>. Without screenshots of the issue, we may be unable to progress your application.</li><li>On occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to invite all successful candidates to an assessment centre, we may limit the number of invites offered. In this circumstance we may prioritise interviewing candidates who align most closely to the selection criteria. Information for this will be drawn from other sources of information from your application such as your CV.</li><li>Civil Service offers are made in order of merit. If you have passed our assessment centre but there are no roles available, we may offer you an alternative, or lower role in a similar position that matches your skills and experience, or you may remain on a reserve list for 12 months.</li><li>Security clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained prior to the start of the scheme or is obtained with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn.</li><li>Due to the classification of information associated with certain projects, some work-based placements are restricted to Sole UK Nationals only.</li><li>Office attendance and attendance to a training providers site (where applicable) will be required. Travel and accommodation costs for office attendance or assessment centres are not reimbursed.</li></ul><ul><li>This post is not eligible for relocation allowances.</li></ul><ul><li>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at Assessment Centre, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours below: </li></ul><ol><li> Communicating and Influencing</li><li> Working Together</li><li> Making Effective Decisions</li><li> Delivering at Pace</li></ol><p> In the event of the need for further merit differentiation the scheme lead will order candidates in merit using candidate assessment feedback. </p><ul><li>Please view and save our Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-DES-ET-Candidate-Information-Pack_.pdf" target="_blank">DE&amp;S Candidate Information Pack</a></li></ul><p><strong>Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p><p>As a Disability Confident level 3 leader, DE&amp;S is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and offer reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities.</p><p>The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria and offer them an interview or assessment centre opportunity if they meet the minimum criteria for the job.</p><p>On occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to invite all Disability Confident candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria to an assessment centre, we may limit the number of invites offered. In this circumstance we may prioritise interviewing candidates who align most closely to the selection criteria. Information for this will be drawn from other sources of information from your application such as your CV.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Entry Talent TA Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DESHR-ETCoE-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-ETCoE-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSCivPers-EngApprentice@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSCivPers-EngApprentice@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NDgmdmVyaWZ5PTdkYTJjOWY1OWM1OGFhZjU2NDc0MzYzNjJmMjNjNTE2JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NzU1LTIyZTM3NWI3ZDMxYmE0ZjA5MWQ1ZjNiNTk3MTA0ODBjNmIzODc0NTM=" target="_blank">Defence Civil Servant Offer_External Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1562kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NDkmdmVyaWZ5PTJlODY0NTM1MGFjNGVhNzhiZGM4NzhmMTdmMmFmM2VjJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NzU1LTIyZTM3NWI3ZDMxYmE0ZjA5MWQ1ZjNiNTk3MTA0ODBjNmIzODc0NTM=" target="_blank">FURTHER INFORMATION Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 129kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NTAmdmVyaWZ5PWI5OWQ5MDAyNjE5ZjcyOWRlNTlhNDRiN2FiYzI0OTk0JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NzU1LTIyZTM3NWI3ZDMxYmE0ZjA5MWQ1ZjNiNTk3MTA0ODBjNmIzODc0NTM=" target="_blank">TACOS Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 181kB)

DE&S Protective Security Adviser Apprenticeship Scheme

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The government’s approach to digital and IT puts user needs at the heart of decision making. User researchers are key figures in digital delivery here in HSE.</p><p>User researchers plan, design and carry out research activities with internal and external users that help teams get a deep understanding of the people that use HSE services. This research informs policy, proposition, service, content and interaction design so that services work well for users and achieve policy intent.</p><p>You will be part of a relatively new Digital team within HSE’s Operational Services Division. The Digital team is made up of User Researchers, Interaction Designers, Product Managers and Digital Delivery Managers.</p><p>User Researchers in HSE support service teams by generating new and useful user insights, and work closely with interaction designers, product managers, content designers, business analysts and developers to build and iteratively improve services for users.</p><p><strong>Working Pattern</strong></p><p>Part time working hours are available for this role. We can accept part time applicants who can commit to working a minimum of 30 hours per week.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>A user researcher is usually embedded in a multidisciplinary team and responsible for planning and carrying out user research activities. At this level, you will be expected to work independently on a team.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Working with other user researchers, Interaction Designers and service managers to develop and advocate appropriate research strategies to understand user needs for a service, and to continually test and improve the service</li><li>Fostering a culture of team involvement in user research, analysis, design rationale and decision making based on user needs</li><li>Planning, designing, preparing and running user research activities using mixed methods to support the design, development and continuous improvement of digital government services (including contextual discovery, survey, experience mapping, diary studies, early stage concept and prototype testing, and contextual usability and accessibility testing)</li><li>Managing the usability and accessibility testing process from recruiting participants, designing test tasks, and preparing discussion guides, to test moderation, analysis and presenting results</li><li>Analyse research data and findings so that research is shareable and traceable</li><li>Effectively communicating user research findings to the team and the wider organisation, so that they share a strong understanding of their users (including presentations at show and tells, designing and maintaining research outputs on the team SharePoint site, formal reports)</li><li>Working closely with designers and developers to turn user research findings into stories and actions that lead to valuable product and service features.</li></ul><p>Full details can be found here: <a href="https://ddat-capability-framework.service.gov.uk/role/user-researcher#user-researcher" target="_blank">User researcher - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework</a></p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Skills &amp; Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrable knowledge, experience in and passion for user centred design practices for web, service or software development</li><li>Experience of understanding user needs for web content, tools and transactional services, especially those with the most complex user journeys</li><li>Experience of designing, facilitating and analysing a wide range of qualitative and quantitative user research methods</li><li>Proficient understanding of strengths and limitations of different research methods</li><li>Experience of presenting user research findings in a wide variety of formats and contexts</li><li>Experience of introducing and establishing user research practices in an organisation</li><li>Experience of working in an agile development environment with designers and developers and product managers to create new digital products and services </li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>User researcher - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £47,686, Health and Safety Executive contributes £13,814 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>An environment with flexible working options</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li></ul><p><strong>We invest in our people with;</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive rates of pay</li><li>Access to the highly competitive <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/" target="_blank">Civil Service Pension Scheme</a> to which HSE contribute 28.97%, far more than in the private sector</li><li>Family friendly policies and working hours to help balance your home life and career</li><li>Carer friendly policies to help create a supportive working culture</li><li>25 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays and 1-day Civil Service privilege leave</li><li>Parental leave benefits</li><li>As a member of HSE you will gain access to a wide range of fantastic benefits that you can take advantage of such as the Cycle to Work Scheme, E-Gift Cards, and Vouchers via our partner EdenRed</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.<p><strong>Application Information</strong></p><p>As part of your application, you will be invited to complete an anonymised CV which should include your career history, experience, and qualifications.</p><p>You will also be asked to complete an anonymised Personal Statement, of no more than 750 words which demonstrates how you meet the essential skills and criteria of the job advert.</p><p><strong>Application Guidance</strong></p><p>Please access the following link for guidance on how to apply and how to complete a Personal Statement <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/ </a></p><p><strong>Sift Information</strong></p><p>The sift will take place from 16th February when you will be assessed on your CV and Personal Statement.</p><p><strong>Please note in the event of a high number of applications we will conduct an initial sift on the CV. Only candidates passing the benchmark for their CV will go on to have their Personal Statement scored also.</strong></p><p><strong>Interview Information</strong></p><p>Interviews will take place from 2nd March when you will be assessed against the behaviours and technical skill detailed within the job advert.</p><p>Please note the sift and interview dates are subject to change based on panel availability. </p><p><strong>Sponsorship </strong></p><p>This role is not open to application from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. Should you apply for this role and require sponsorship your application will be rejected, and any provisional offers of employment will be withdrawn.</p><p>Please note that a Reserve List will be held for the period of up to 12 months. There is no guarantee you will be offered a role from our reserve lists, so if you see a vacancy on Civil Service Jobs that you are interested in, we recommend you apply. </p><p>HSE reserve the right to conduct additional checks, including Google and social media checks, when recruiting candidates into a role within HSE. These checks will be carried out in line with the Civil Service Commission Principles and, if used all candidates will be subject to these additional checks.</p><p>From 23rd June 2025, if you are successful at interview, as part of your pre-employment checks, HSE’s Recruitment Team are required to check your details against the Internal Fraud Hub (IFH), using your personal details – name, NINO, and date of birth. If you are included on the database, you will be refused employment<strong>. </strong>If you believe that there has been an error in the inclusion of your data and wish to make an appeal, please contact the CO email box <a href="mailto:internal.fraud@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">internal.fraud@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> .</p><p>Details of the types of internal fraud/dishonesty covered by this process are defined by the Cabinet Office and can be found here <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/internal-fraud-register-privacy-notice/internal-fraud-register-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Internal Fraud Register privacy notice - GOV.UK</a></p><p>It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are aware of the terms and conditions they will adopt should they be successful in their application. For a summary of HSE terms and conditions as part of Civil Service Reform, please see the attached HSE Terms and Conditions document. </p><p>Progression through pay ranges is subject to annual pay awards as permitted within annual Civil Service pay remit guidance and negotiations with Trade Unions.</p><p>HSE is proud to be a part of the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS). As a Disability Confident employer, we positively welcome applications from disabled people. We are committed to making workplace adjustments to ensure anyone can participate in the recruitment and selection process.</p><p>If, during the application or interview process, you require any assistance due to a disability or a medical condition, please contact us at the email address below to discuss how we can support you. For example, if you have a disability, and you need an application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please contact: <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk</a></p><p>If successful in securing your role, HSE can provide suitable workplace adjustments to support you throughout your career with HSE. </p><p>Any move to HSE from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">here.</a></p><p>Please note, if you are a current civil servant and you are currently undergoing any of the following formal actions your application will not be progressed any further;<br>Formal discipline action, any formal action regarding attendance, poor performance or any restriction of duties as a result of disciplinary action.</p><p><br></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Dan Williamson</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Daniel.williamson@hse.gov.uk" target="_blank">Daniel.williamson@hse.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you believe that Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition have not been met, you can raise a complaint by emailing: <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk</a> or by writing to HSE at the following address: <br>HR Resourcing Team, 2.3 Redgrave Court, Merton Road, Bootle, Merseyside, L20 7HS. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact Civil Service commissioners: <br><a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/civilservicecodecomplaints/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/civilservicecode…</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NDcmdmVyaWZ5PTVjMWEyZmYwM2YxYjUzYzg5NTQzYzAwNDNjMGVjMzYxJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NzcwLWMyYjRiNjUwYTA3MDY1MTQ0OGFiZDE4MGIyYzMzYWYwYWY2MTFiYTc=" target="_blank">HSE Terms and Conditions - CSJ Advert Annex Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 116kB)

Health and Safety Executive

User Researcher (Band 3/SEO)

Home Office

Senior Interaction Designer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>At Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S), we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force. Together, we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes and strive for what's next. Because it helps keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe – for today, and tomorrow.</p><p>We offer 25+ days’ holiday, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced parental leave schemes, shopping discounts, and an exceptional employer pension contribution of 28.97%, to help make work work for you.</p><p>Nationality, visas, and vetting: For security reasons this role is open to Sole UK nationals only. A ‘sole UK national’ refers to an individual who holds citizenship solely in the UK, without dual citizenship or nationality from another country.</p><p> We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship.</p><p>SC clearance: This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">Security Check (SC) security clearance</a>. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn’t obtained within 12 months.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>As the Security Operations Lead, you can base yourself at any of the following Defence Munitions (DM) sites</p><ul><li>DM Beith, Beith, Ayrshire KA15 1JT</li><li>DM Gosport, Gosport, Hampshire PO13 0AH</li><li>DM Kineton, Kineton, Warwickshire CV47 2UL</li><li>DM Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria CA6 5LX</li><li>DM Plymouth, Ernesettle Lane, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2TX</li><li>DM Crombie, Nr Dunfermline, Fife, KY12 8LA</li><li>DM Glen Douglas, Glen Douglas Road, Arrochar, Argyll and Bute, G83 7AZ</li></ul><p>Defence Equipment and Support (DE&amp;S) are recruiting for a Security Operations Lead to support security operations across our Defence Munitions (DM) sites. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding complex, high-risk environments that directly support UK defence capability. </p><p>As a Security Operations Lead, you will ensure an effective and proportionate security posture across sites, facilities, estates and operational teams. You will lead and influence physical security operations, maintaining preparedness for security incidents and events, and ensuring risks are identified, managed and mitigated appropriately. </p><p>You will have confident leadership skills gained from a security operations environment, with experience in resilience, risk management, assurance and governance. Working closely with a wide range of stakeholders, you will provide clear and practical security advice and contribute to the development and implementation of security policies and procedures. </p><p>Having experience of working in an Explosives Environment would be beneficial as would familiarity with the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) Foundation and Operational Requirements Process. </p><p>DE&amp;S offers a supportive and inclusive working environment, with strong emphasis on professional development. You will have access to learning opportunities and support to enhance your security expertise, with clear routes for career progression within the defence security profession. </p><p>Please note the role requires regular travel to visit DM sites across the UK.</p><p>We champion flexible ways of working. Regular in-person attendance at your base site is required (this is expected to be approximately 60% / 3 days of your working week) to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance and business need. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role.</p><p><strong>What you’ll be doing</strong></p><ul><li>Managing security risks by overseeing Physical Security operations appropriate to the Weapons, Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives (WOME) setting and the deployment of security measures to effectively protect assets, (information, people, buildings and equipment) throughout the estate.</li><li>Planning, testing, and responding to security/emergency incidents.</li><li>Conducting assurance of all risks pertaining to site/facility/estate security, providing evidence-based risk mitigations to decision-makers.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with relevant regulation and legislation, providing site/facility/estate level guidance on the implementation of these through site security instructions or orders.</li><li>Assuring the implementation of effective security governance, guidance, education and training for all staff across the site/facility/estate.</li><li>Maintaining effective strategic relationships with Policing and Guarding providers, including external Home Office Police Forces.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:</p><ul><li><strong>Lead Essential Criteria</strong> - Previous experience of working within Security Operations.</li><li>Experience in a leadership role and delivering effective outcomes.</li><li>Demonstrable experience managing risk and security governance.</li><li>Demonstrable experience managing stakeholder relationships and influencing decisions.</li><li>Evidence of using written and verbal communications skills.</li><li>Hold or be willing to attain the Establishment Security Officer course in the first six months of employment, with the assistance of DE&amp;S.</li><li>Hold a valid Driving license to travel to sites across the UK. </li></ul><p>In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:</p><ul><li>Core Behaviour 1: Leadership – CSBC3</li><li>Core Behaviour 2: Communicating and influencing – CSBC3 </li><li>Technical Competence 1: Risk Understanding and Mitigation – Practitioner level </li><li>Technical Competence 2: Protective Security - Supervised Practitioner level </li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £44,100, Ministry of Defence contributes £12,775 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working options</li><li>Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards</li><li>Access to specialist training and funded qualifications</li><li>Support for progression</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li><li>Volunteering days</li><li>Enhanced parental leave schemes</li></ul><p>Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So, whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><ul><li>Civil Service Recruitment Principles: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank"><strong>Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li><li>Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack</strong></a></li><li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions</strong></a></li><li>Civil Service Code: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/the-code/" target="_blank"><strong>The Code - Civil Service Commission</strong></a><strong></strong></li></ul><p><strong><em>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed </em></strong><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank"><strong><em>here</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Disability Confident:</strong></p><p>Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section ‘Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.’ </p><p><strong>Conflicts of Interest:</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>Your application will go through the following stages of assessment: </p><ol><li>Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.</li><li>Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. <em>Please follow our </em><a href="https://des.mod.uk/how-to-write-cv" target="_blank"><strong><em>guidance on CV writing</em></strong></a><em> for best chance of success.</em></li><li>Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. </li></ol><p>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at interview, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours and competencies below: </p><ul><li>1st: Core Behaviour 1 </li></ul><ul><li>2nd: Core Behaviour 2 </li></ul><ul><li>3rd: Technical Competencies </li></ul><ul><li>4th: CV Review </li></ul><p>In the event of a further tie using the method above, we reserve the right to use the Lead criterion, and/or an additional assessment. </p><p>If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance you should contact department via email: <a href="mailto:DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">Recruitment Complaints - Civil Service Commission</a></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Michael Ponsford</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NTQmdmVyaWZ5PTc3M2QxN2QwMDFhMTc5OTUyNmI2NzZjYzc3MmZmNDQwJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NzgxLTFjMDQwMjY2NDgzNzMxMzY2NWM4ZmVhNzM5MGExMTE4MWQxMjgzMjU=" target="_blank">20250527 Success Profile Behaviours 2025 document v1-O Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 11MB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NTUmdmVyaWZ5PWI0YTVlM2E1YjM1YTQ4M2FhMDg1MzJkYzUyYTc1ZTcxJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NzgxLTFjMDQwMjY2NDgzNzMxMzY2NWM4ZmVhNzM5MGExMTE4MWQxMjgzMjU=" target="_blank">DES Security Profession Competency Framework- official (002) (2) Opens in new window</a> (docx, 70kB)

DE&S Security Operations Lead

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Instructional position delivering instruction as part of the Foundation Degree level course, (BTEC Higher national equivalent) to military air engineering students in Avionic System Principles.</p><p>This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. </p><h4>Job description</h4><h4><strong>Specialist Instructor Officer – Avionic System Principles</strong></h4><p><strong>Location:</strong> Royal Naval Air Engineering and Survival School (RNAESS), Gosport<br><strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive , <strong>Contract:</strong> Full-time , <strong>Hours:</strong> Mon–Thu 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–14:30</p><p>Are you an experienced <strong>Avionics professional</strong> with expertise in <strong>Avionic Systems</strong>? Do you want to use your knowledge to <strong>train and inspire the next generation of Royal Navy Aircraft Engineering Technicians and Officers</strong>?</p><p>The <strong>Royal Naval Air Engineering and Survival School (RNAESS)</strong> is seeking a <strong>Specialist Instructor Officer</strong> to deliver <strong>high-quality training</strong> in avionics principles and systems. You’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of military aviation engineering.</p><h4><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></h4><ul><li>Deliver <strong>practical and theoretical lessons</strong> to classes of up to 16 adult learners.</li><li>Prepare engaging teaching materials and maintain course documentation.</li><li>Invigilate and mark assessments, propose updates, and set new exam questions.</li><li>Mentor and support new team members as you gain experience.</li></ul><h4><strong>What You’ll Teach</strong></h4><p>Courses leading to:</p><ul><li><strong>Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education</strong>, or</li><li><strong>Level 5 Foundation Degree in Aeronautical Engineering</strong><br>(Delivered by the MOD and accredited by the University of Portsmouth.)</li></ul><p>Your trainees will progress to become <strong>engineering supervisors on Royal Navy Air Squadrons deployed worldwide</strong>.</p><h4><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></h4><ul><li>Strong background in <strong>Avionic Systems</strong>.</li><li>Ability to explain complex engineering concepts clearly.</li><li>Teaching experience is desirable, but <strong>full Defence Trainer Course training will be provided</strong>, with opportunities for further civilian teaching qualifications.</li></ul><h4><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></h4><ul><li><strong>Supportive environment</strong> with experienced mentors and pastoral care.</li><li><strong>45 weeks per year</strong> training schedule.</li><li>Opportunities for <strong>career development and qualifications</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>Ready to inspire the future of military aviation engineering?</strong><br>Apply now and make a difference.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><h4><strong>Essential Qualifications</strong></h4><ul><li><strong>Recognised aeronautical engineering apprenticeship</strong> or equivalent training, plus <strong>Level 4 ONC/OND</strong> and <strong>5 years recent trade experience</strong>, <strong>OR</strong></li><li><strong>UK Armed Forces Aircraft Engineering training</strong>, attained <strong>Senior Non-Commissioned Officer level</strong>, with a proven technical track record.</li></ul><h4>Qualifications</h4>Applicants should hold a Level 5 qualification in a related subject and have 3 years’ experience in either teaching or engineering; <br>or;<br>Candidates who have completed a UK Armed Forces Engineering training and have attained Senior Non-Commissioned Officer level and have a proven track record of technical experience (preferably aircraft) will be deemed as meeting the necessary requirements.<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Developing Self and Others</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £30,740, Ministry of Defence contributes £8,905 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>An environment with flexible working options</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Generous holiday allowance - 25 days annual holiday, rising<br>to 30 days after 5 years service in addition to public<br>holidays.</li><li>Limited special paid leave for approved voluntary opportunities<br>(Conditions apply)</li><li> Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave</li><li> Free Parking</li><li>Use of a gym and swimming pool at competitive rates.</li><li>Onsite nursery facilities</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li></ul><p>The post does not offer relocation expenses. </p><p>External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.</p><p>Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. </p><p>Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. </p><p>Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>. </p><p>The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments. </p><p>MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey – We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank">MOD Privacy Policy Notice</a> sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights. </p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.<p>Candidates will be required to provide CV details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience. <br><br>Candidates will be required to complete a Statement of Suitability of no more than 500 words. Please provide experience relevant to the role.<br><br>At sift, you will be assessed against your CV, Statement of Suitability and the following Behaviours:</p><p>• Communicating and Influencing<br>• Working Together<br>• Developing Self and Others</p><p>At interview, you will be assessed against the following: <br><br>• Communicating and Influencing<br>• Working Together<br>• Developing Self and Others</p><p>Applicants that are selected for interview will also be required to undertake a short trade/employment test and to deliver a 10–15-minute presentation at the interview stage. Selected candidates will be provided a list of suitable subjects for their presentation.</p><p>The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: <a href="mailto:DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk</a> . </p><p>As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. </p><p>Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn. </p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment. </p><p>The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : For further information regarding this post please contact the recruiting line manager.</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:karl.greer102@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">karl.greer102@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: <a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a>.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NzImdmVyaWZ5PWE5MTMwNDI4MGEzNDNjNWQ5OTFlMDk1ZGE3NjYzM2QxJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4Njk0LWY3NDQ1ZTY2YjQ4NzgzZjYxZTU0ZmVjMzE0N2RhODMwNGJhZWI4YTE=" target="_blank">Candidate Information updated_ Opens in new window</a> (docx, 31kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NzMmdmVyaWZ5PTg1MWQ1OWY1NjNiZjZjMDVhM2RjOTE3NzJmMjRlZWUxJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4Njk0LWY3NDQ1ZTY2YjQ4NzgzZjYxZTU0ZmVjMzE0N2RhODMwNGJhZWI4YTE=" target="_blank">EXTERNAL PACK Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1562kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NzQmdmVyaWZ5PTIxMjJkM2VmZjQ0YmJkNzQ0ZTM0NGU3MGIyMGQ5ZTE2JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4Njk0LWY3NDQ1ZTY2YjQ4NzgzZjYxZTU0ZmVjMzE0N2RhODMwNGJhZWI4YTE=" target="_blank">Air Command's Applicant Guide (1) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 499kB)

Specialist Instructional Officer Avionic System Principles.

Department for Science, Innovation & Technology

Recruitment and Onboarding Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The Government Digital Service (GDS) is the digital centre of government — we are responsible for setting, leading and delivering the vision for a modern digital government.</p><p>Our priorities are to drive a modern digital government, by:</p><ol><li> joining up public sector services</li><li> harnessing the power of AI for the public good</li><li> strengthening and extending our digital and data public infrastructure</li><li> elevating leadership and investing in talent</li><li> funding for outcomes and procuring for growth and innovation</li><li> committing to transparency and driving accountability</li></ol><p>We are home to the Incubator for Artificial Intelligence (I.AI), the world-leading GOV.UK and at the forefront of coordinating the UK’s geospatial strategy and activity. We lead the Government Digital and Data function and champion the work of digital teams across government.</p><p>We’re part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and employ more than 1,000 people all over the UK, with hubs in Manchester, London and Bristol.</p><p>The Government Digital Service is where talent translates into impact. From your first day, you’ll be working with some of the world’s most highly-skilled digital professionals, all contributing their knowledge to make change on a national scale.</p><p>Join us for rewarding work that makes a difference across the UK. You'll solve some of the nation’s highest-priority digital challenges, helping millions of people access services they need.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The Data Governance Team, as part of the GDS Product, Strategy, Planning and Performance directorate, provides specialist expertise and leadership across the Government Digital Service. GDS has specialist data protection requirements and needs extensive data governance controls to be designed and incorporated into product development. Strong privacy controls designed and built from the outset maintain users' confidence in the digital services delivered by GDS. </p><p>The Data Governance team has an excellent track record for their enabling and pragmatic attitudes to support delivery teams in achieving GDS’s strategic objectives at a fast pace whilst balancing robust data protection compliance. The postholder will lead on delivering data protection excellence across GDS in products such as the <a href="http://gov.uk" target="_blank">GOV.UK</a> web platform, App, analytics and new and upcoming products such as <a href="http://gov.uk" target="_blank">GOV.UK</a> Chat. </p><p>As a Data Governance and Privacy Manager, you will:</p><ul><li>support the Data Protection Lead to ensure the GDS Product Group complies with data protection law by delivering flexible and pragmatic governance practices that enable delivery at pace</li><li>lead and deliver high quality Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Privacy Notices and Records of Processing Activities for new projects at pace</li><li>support other key processes including delivering data subject rights and managing personal data incidents</li><li>identify, assess and manage data protection risks, ensuring that risks are appropriately escalated to the Data Protection Lead and GDS Senior Management</li><li>design and deliver training to ensure GDS staff understand data protection obligations and best practices, fostering a culture of data privacy at all levels</li><li>work closely with GDS colleagues to build trust</li><li>deliver high quality written and verbal briefings to all levels, including delivery managers and senior management</li><li>work closely with external stakeholders such as the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and privacy groups to ensure compliance and address queries</li><li>provide proactive support to the Data Protection Lead to manage compliance, identify risks, and deliver strategic objectives</li><li>prioritise effectively to manage a high volume, fast paced and frequently evolving workload</li><li>manage workload to ensure that priorities align with strategic and team objectives and deadlines are met</li><li>provide expert advice and direction on complex and novel forms of processing, especially on AI</li><li>balance legal requirements against the need to deliver innovative solutions to benefit the public, supporting timely delivery of demanding GDS targets</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>We’re interested in people who have:</p><ul><li>experience at delivering data protection compliance within complex digital projects with the ability to enable the use of innovative techniques such as the use of AI etc</li><li>a strong understanding of data protection law (eg UK GDPR, DPA 2018)</li><li>hold a relevant privacy qualification such as IAPP (CIPP/E, CIPM) or PDP, with experience of delivering data protection within fast paced organisations</li><li>proven experience in managing multiple complex tasks simultaneously, prioritising workload and meeting challenging deadlines in a fast paced environment</li><li>the ability to work under pressure and adjust priorities where necessary</li><li>extensive experience of delivering Data Protection Impact Assessments which enable delivery and mitigate risks through pragmatic solutions</li><li>the ability to proactively identify risks and opportunities for improvement</li><li>proven experience of using excellent verbal and written communication skills to build strong relationships and influence data protection practices</li><li>skills in translating data protection requirements into clear, practical advice</li><li>strong experience of working as part of a team, collaborating effectively with colleagues to achieve collective goals and enhance team performance</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><p>There are many benefits of working at GDS, including:</p><ul><li>flexible hybrid working with flexi-time and the option to work part-time or condensed hours</li><li>a Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>25 days of annual leave, increasing by a day each year up to a maximum of 30 days</li><li>an extra day off for the King’s birthday</li><li>an in-year bonus scheme to recognise high performance</li><li>career progression and coaching, including a training budget for personal development</li><li>a focus on wellbeing with access to an employee assistance programme</li><li>job satisfaction from making government services easier to use and more inclusive for people across the UK</li><li>advances on pay, including for travel season tickets</li><li>death in service benefits</li><li>cycle to work scheme and facilities</li><li>access to an employee discounts scheme</li><li>10 learning days per year</li><li>volunteering opportunities (5 special leave days per year)</li><li>access to a suite of learning activities through Civil Service learning</li><li>access to children's holiday play schemes across different locations in central London</li></ul><p><br>Any move to Government Digital Service from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk</a></p><p><strong>Office attendance</strong><br>The Department operates a discretionary hybrid working policy, which provides for a combination of working hours from your place of work and from your home in the UK. The current expectation for staff is to attend the office or non-home based location for 40-60% of the time over the accounting period.<br>DSIT does not normally offer full home working (i.e. working at home); but we do offer a variety of flexible working options (including occasionally working from home). </p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>The standard selection process for roles at GDS consists of:</p><ul><li>a simple application screening process - we only ask for a CV and cover letter of up to 1000 words. Important tip - please ensure that your cover letter includes how you meet the skills and experience listed in the “person specification” section above</li><li>successful candidates will then be asked to attend a 60 minute video interview.</li></ul><p>In order to assist candidates with this role, we will be holding a virtual recruitment event on <strong>Monday 2nd February at 12:00 to 13:00</strong> where we will introduce you to what it is like to be a Data Governance &amp; Privacy Manager at the Government Digital Service, the team that you will be potentially working with and a bit about how the application and interview process works within the civil service. There will also be time to answer any questions.</p><p>If you would like to join this recruitment open day session, access the session, please using this <a href="http://meet.google.com/inv-uszj-iru" target="_blank">Google link.</a></p><p>Depending on how many applications we get, there might also be an extra stage before the video interview, for example a phone interview or a technical exercise.</p><p>In the event we receive a high volume of applications, we will conduct the initial sift against the lead criteria which is: </p><ul><li><strong>experience at delivering data protection compliance within complex digital projects with the ability to enable the use of innovative techniques such as the use of AI etc </strong></li></ul><p>In the Civil Service, we use <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles</a> to evaluate your skills and ability. This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, increases performance and improves diversity and inclusivity. We’ll be assessing your technical abilities, skills, experience and behaviours that are relevant to this role.</p><p>For this role we’ll be assessing you against the following <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles/success-profiles-civil-service-behaviours" target="_blank">Civil Service Behaviours</a>: </p><ul><li>leadership</li><li>making effective decisions</li><li>communicating and influencing</li><li>managing a quality service</li></ul><p>We’ll also be assessing your experience and specialist technical skills against the following skills defined in the Government Digital and Data Capability Framework for the <a href="https://ddat-capability-framework.service.gov.uk/role/data-governance-manager" target="_blank">Data Governance and Privacy Manager</a> role:</p><ul><li>data ethics and privacy</li><li>enabling and informing risk-based decisions</li><li>stakeholder relationship management</li><li>communicating analysis and insight</li><li>strategic thinking</li><li>communicating between the technical and non technical</li></ul><p>Want to know more about who Government Digital and Data are? <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdsit.pagetiger.com%2Fbzwfhzv%2F1&amp;data=05%7C02%7CKhaitan.Samji%40dsit.gov.uk%7Cde18d021b40f4f03485208de15fa630f%7Ccbac700502c143ebb497e6492d1b2dd8%7C0%7C0%7C638972362324010808%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=xQkVZHlVGDaYxsy1XM84wV55nJg1h34DK%2Fxh3eAlHXM%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Click Here</a></p><p><strong>Recruitment Timeline</strong></p><p>Sift completion: 20th February 2026</p><p>Panel interviews: 2nd March 2026</p><p>Candidates that do not pass the interview but have demonstrated an acceptable standard may be considered for similar roles at a lower grade.</p><p>A reserve list will be held for a period of 12 months, from which further appointments can be made.</p><p>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan</a> and <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">the Civil Service D&amp;I Strategy</a>.</p><p>Please note that this role requires SC clearance, which would normally need 5 years’ UK residency in the past 5 years. This is not an absolute requirement, but supplementary checks may be needed where individuals have not lived in the UK for that period. This may mean your security clearance (and therefore your appointment) will take longer or, in some cases, not be possible. </p><p>For meaningful checks to be carried out, you will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. Whilst a lack of UK residency in itself is not necessarily a bar to a security clearance, and expectation of UK residency may range from 3 to 5 years. Failure to meet the residency requirements needed for the role may result in the withdrawal of provisional jobs offers.</p><p><strong>Sponsorship</strong></p><p>DSIT cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. DSIT holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not qualify.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : <a href="mailto:gdsrecruitment@dsit.gov.uk" target="_blank">gdsrecruitment@dsit.gov.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:gdsrecruitment@dsit.gov.uk" target="_blank">gdsrecruitment@dsit.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:gdsrecruitment@dsit.gov.uk" target="_blank">gdsrecruitment@dsit.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact <a href="mailto:gds-complaints@dsit.gov.uk" target="_blank">gds-complaints@dsit.gov.uk</a> in the first instance.<br><br>If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission by email: <a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a> Or in writing: Civil Service Commission, Room G/8 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ.<br><br>

Government Digital Service

Data Governance and Privacy Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Location:</strong> MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol, BS34 8JH (Training provider location for initial 10 months)<br><strong>Duration:</strong> Five years<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> September 2026<br><strong>Salary:</strong> £26,320 (with annual increments)</p><p><strong>Entry Requirements:</strong> GCSE English and Maths, 3 relevant A levels including mathematics and a relevant science, or 96 STEM subject UCAS points</p><p><strong>Working Pattern: </strong>Full-time</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong><br>Join Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S) to support the UK Armed Forces by delivering cutting-edge equipment and technology. This five-year programme offers hands-on experience as you complete several work-based training placements whilst completing the BEng Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering in preparation for engineering roles within current and future defence programmes. You’ll work in a hugely collaborative environment to ensure that DE&amp;S continues to deliver the very best equipment to the front line.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Full time college attendance for initial 10 months, learning core engineering skills.</li><li>Practical, vocational, and academic training towards an engineering BEng.</li><li>Technical focused placements in Bristol Abbey Wood delivery teams</li><li>Opportunities to visit industry partner or other military sites</li><li>Read more about the scheme here: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/careers/electronic-degree-apprenticeship/" target="_blank">Electronic Degree Apprenticeship</a></li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Eligibility:</strong></p><ul><li>UK residency for the last 5 years</li><li>Security Check (SC) clearance required</li><li>Right to work in the UK (DE&amp;S does not sponsor visas)</li><li>Aged 16 years or over by August 2026</li><li>Do not hold existing higher-level qualifications in the same or a similar subject</li><li>Must no longer be in full-time education by the start of the scheme</li></ul><p><strong>Minimum selection criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>GCSE English language and Maths at a minimum grade 4</li><li>Three full A Levels at grade C or above to include Maths and a Science, or 96 UCAS points from STEM subjects</li><li>Pass at online assessment stage</li></ul><p><em>Final-year students can apply with official predicted grades; all qualifications must be evidenced by end of August 2026. (Equivalent level qualifications to GCSEs in the required subject and grades will also be considered).</em></p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £26,320, Ministry of Defence contributes £7,624 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li><p><strong>What We Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of £26,320 with annual increments</li><li>25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and an extra privilege day)</li><li>Employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Flexible working options and access to on-site facilities</li><li>Professional training and funding for qualifications</li><li>Access to employee networks promoting diversity and inclusion</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li></ul></li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours.<p><strong>Apply Online (26 Jan – 16 Feb 2026</strong>)</p><p>Complete an online application form using the link in this advert. Complete all information accurately including how you meet our minimum selection criteria. Please allow sufficient time to complete and submit your application to meet the deadline and be able to contact us in case of technical difficulties. Applications that are not fully submitted by the deadline cannot be accepted.</p><p><strong>Online Assessments (Feb 2026)</strong></p><p>We’ll ask you to complete some interactive assessments. These should take around 30-35 minutes. They will provide us with insight into your adaptability, how you interact and learn new skills, and how you will naturally act and think at work.</p><p><strong>Eligibility checks (March 2026)</strong></p><p>We will review your application form to ensure you meet our minimum selection criteria and nationality requirements.</p><p><strong>Assessment Centre (April 2026)</strong></p><p>Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an assessment centre at DE&amp;S headquarters, MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol. There will be limited dates available. You’ll undertake an interview, presentation and a group activity. Please note, attendance is required in person, as virtual participation is not available.</p><p><strong>Provisional Offer (May 2026)</strong></p><p>We will offer based on order of merit to the number of roles available.</p><p><strong>Onboarding (May – Aug 2026) </strong></p><p>All pre-employment checks will take place to ensure you evidence our minimum selection and eligibility criteria to undertake a role within the MOD. If all are successful, we will provide a formal offer of employment.</p><p><strong>Induction (September 2026)</strong></p><p>Subject to confirmation, this scheme is expected to start September 2026.</p><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><ul><li>Your application form must list your qualifications to meet the minimum selection criteria, if missing, we will be unable to qualify you against our eligibility checks.</li><li>Should you encounter any technical difficulties submitting your application please take screenshots and email us <a href="mailto:DESHR-ETCoE-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-ETCoE-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a>. Without screenshots of the issue, we may be unable to progress your application.</li><li>On occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to invite all successful candidates to an assessment centre, we may limit the number of invites offered. In this circumstance we may prioritise interviewing candidates who align most closely to the selection criteria. Information for this will be drawn from other sources of information from your application such as your CV. </li><li>Civil Service offers are made in order of merit. If you have passed our assessment centre but there are no roles available, we may offer you an alternative, or lower role in a similar position that matches your skills and experience, or you may remain on a reserve list for 12 months.</li><li>Security clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained prior to the start of the scheme or is obtained with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn.</li><li>Due to the classification of information associated with certain projects, some work-based placements are restricted to Sole UK Nationals only.</li><li>Office attendance and attendance to a training providers site (where applicable) will be required. Travel and accommodation costs for office attendance or assessment centres are not reimbursed.</li></ul><ul><li>This post is not eligible for relocation allowances.</li></ul><ul><li>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at Assessment Centre, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours below: </li></ul><ol><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace </li></ol><p>In the event of the need for further merit differentiation the Scheme Lead will order candidates in merit using candidate assessment feedback. </p><ul><li>Please view and save our Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-DES-ET-Candidate-Information-Pack_.pdf" target="_blank">DE&amp;S Candidate Information Pack</a></li></ul><p><strong>Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p><p>As a Disability Confident level 3 leader, DE&amp;S is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and offer reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities.</p><p>The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria and offer them an interview or assessment centre opportunity if they meet the minimum criteria for the job.</p><p>On occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to invite all Disability Confident candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria to an assessment centre, we may limit the number of invites offered. In this circumstance we may prioritise interviewing candidates who align most closely to the selection criteria. Information for this will be drawn from other sources of information from your application such as your CV.</p><p><strong>Civil Service Information</strong></p><ul><li>Civil Service Recruitment Principles: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission</a></li><li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions</a></li><li>Civil Service Code: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/the-code/" target="_blank">The Code - Civil Service Commission</a></li></ul><p>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p> Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civil-service-careers.gov.uk%2Fartificial-intelligence-and-recruitment%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CLaura.Harrington105%40mod.gov.uk%7C50967aa2b23e4fb0c42f08ddbd35ccc5%7Cbe7760ed5953484bae95d0a16dfa09e5%7C0%7C0%7C638874760952874141%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=3uBEOkWyMJMRQ7BV0gHmncJFPbhJ3h2bs21FLNFMTD0%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">candidate guidance</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.</p><p><strong>Conflicts of Interest</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment. </p><p><strong>Contact</strong></p><p>Have a question or a request for a reasonable adjustment? Email us at <a href="mailto:deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></p><p><strong>Apply now to start your career and make a difference for the UK Armed Forces!</strong></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : <a href="mailto:deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSCivPers-EngApprentice@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSCivPers-EngApprentice@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5MjEmdmVyaWZ5PTU3MWUwOTY3ZDMwZjc0YjkzNzVlNGUxMWM0MGQyMDhkJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NjY4LTkzNjY4Njg5YzcwODNmNWJiZWVhMzhkMDQ5NDJmN2U0NTk3MTAxNTg=" target="_blank">Defence Civil Servant Offer_External Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1562kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5MjImdmVyaWZ5PWZlMmNiYWRhNTRhM2UxYmM5YmI3ZGY3OGUyYTBlNmY0JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NjY4LTkzNjY4Njg5YzcwODNmNWJiZWVhMzhkMDQ5NDJmN2U0NTk3MTAxNTg=" target="_blank">FURTHER INFORMATION Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 129kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5MjMmdmVyaWZ5PTA2MmNmNzljMGU3ZGNlMTM3ZDEzOTg4NjE5ZDkzMTEyJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NjY4LTkzNjY4Njg5YzcwODNmNWJiZWVhMzhkMDQ5NDJmN2U0NTk3MTAxNTg=" target="_blank">TACOS Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 181kB)

DE&S Electronic Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Scheme

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Location:</strong> MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol, BS34 8JH (Office attendance required)<br><strong>Duration:</strong> Four years<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> September 2026<br><strong>Salary:</strong> £26,320 (with annual increments)</p><p><strong>Entry Requirements:</strong> GCSE English and Maths and relevant level 3 STEM qualifications.</p><p><strong>Working Pattern: </strong>Full-time</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong><br>Join Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S) to support the UK Armed Forces by delivering cutting-edge equipment and technology. This four -year programme offers hands-on experience as you complete several work-based training placements whilst completing the BSc in Digital Technology Solutions in preparation for software engineering roles within current and future defence programmes. You’ll work in a hugely collaborative environment to ensure that DE&amp;S continues to deliver the very best equipment to the front line.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Part time completion of your BSc with a local academic training provider.</li><li>Technical focused placements in Bristol Abbey Wood project delivery teams</li><li>Potential to work with industry partner and our military customers</li><li>Read more about the scheme here: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/careers/software-degree-apprenticeship/" target="_blank">Software Degree Apprenticeship</a></li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Eligibility:</strong></p><ul><li>UK residency for the last 5 years</li><li>Security Check (SC) clearance required</li><li>Right to work in the UK (DE&amp;S does not sponsor visas)</li><li>Aged 16 years or over by August 2026</li><li>Do not hold existing higher-level qualifications in the same or a similar subject</li><li>Must no longer be in full-time education by the start of the scheme</li></ul><p><strong>Minimum selection criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>GCSE English language and Maths at a minimum grade 4</li><li>Three full A Levels at grade C or above to include Maths and a Science, or 96 UCAS points from STEM subjects</li><li>Pass at online assessment stage</li></ul><p><em>Final-year students can apply with official predicted grades; all qualifications must be evidenced by end of August 2026. (Equivalent level qualifications to GCSEs in the required subject and grades will also be considered).</em></p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £26,320, Ministry of Defence contributes £7,624 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li><p><strong>What We Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of £26,320 with annual increments</li><li>25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and an extra privilege day)</li><li>Employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Flexible working options and access to on-site facilities</li><li>Professional training and funding for qualifications</li><li>Access to employee networks promoting diversity and inclusion</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li></ul></li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours.<p><strong>Apply Online (26 Jan – 16 Feb 2026</strong>)</p><p>Complete an online application form using the link in this advert. Complete all information accurately including how you meet our minimum selection criteria. Please allow sufficient time to complete and submit your application to meet the deadline and be able to contact us in case of technical difficulties. Applications that are not fully submitted by the deadline cannot be accepted.</p><p><strong>Online Assessments (Feb 2026)</strong></p><p>We’ll ask you to complete some interactive assessments. These should take around 30-35 minutes. They will provide us with insight into your adaptability, how you interact and learn new skills, and how you will naturally act and think at work.</p><p><strong>Eligibility checks (March 2026)</strong></p><p>We will review your application form to ensure you meet our minimum selection criteria and nationality requirements.</p><p><strong>Assessment Centre (April 2026)</strong></p><p>Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an assessment centre at DE&amp;S headquarters, MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol. There will be limited dates available. You’ll undertake an interview, presentation and a group activity. Please note, attendance is required in person, as virtual participation is not available.</p><p><strong>Provisional Offer (May 2026)</strong></p><p>We will offer based on order of merit to the number of roles available.</p><p><strong>Onboarding (May – Aug 2026) </strong></p><p>All pre-employment checks will take place to ensure you evidence our minimum selection and eligibility criteria to undertake a role within the MOD. If all are successful, we will provide a formal offer of employment.</p><p><strong>Induction (September 2026)</strong></p><p>Subject to confirmation, this scheme is expected to start September 2026.</p><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><ul><li>Your application form must list your qualifications to meet the minimum selection criteria, if missing, we will be unable to qualify you against our eligibility checks.</li><li>Should you encounter any technical difficulties submitting your application please take screenshots and email us <a href="mailto:DESHR-ETCoE-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-ETCoE-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a>. Without screenshots of the issue, we may be unable to progress your application.</li><li>On occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to invite all successful candidates to an assessment centre, we may limit the number of invites offered. In this circumstance we may prioritise interviewing candidates who align most closely to the selection criteria. Information for this will be drawn from other sources of information from your application such as your CV. </li><li>Civil Service offers are made in order of merit. If you have passed our assessment centre but there are no roles available, we may offer you an alternative, or lower role in a similar position that matches your skills and experience, or you may remain on a reserve list for 12 months.</li><li>Security clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained prior to the start of the scheme or is obtained with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn.</li><li>Due to the classification of information associated with certain projects, some work-based placements are restricted to Sole UK Nationals only.</li><li>Office attendance and attendance to a training providers site (where applicable) will be required. Travel and accommodation costs for office attendance or assessment centres are not reimbursed.</li></ul><ul><li>This post is not eligible for relocation allowances.</li></ul><ul><li>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at Assessment Centre, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours below: </li></ul><ol><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace </li></ol><p>In the event of the need for further merit differentiation the Scheme Lead will order candidates in merit using candidate assessment feedback. </p><ul><li>Please view and save our Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-DES-ET-Candidate-Information-Pack_.pdf" target="_blank">DE&amp;S Candidate Information Pack</a></li></ul><p><strong>Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p><p>As a Disability Confident level 3 leader, DE&amp;S is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and offer reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities.</p><p>The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria and offer them an interview or assessment centre opportunity if they meet the minimum criteria for the job.</p><p>On occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to invite all Disability Confident candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria to an assessment centre, we may limit the number of invites offered. In this circumstance we may prioritise interviewing candidates who align most closely to the selection criteria. Information for this will be drawn from other sources of information from your application such as your CV.</p><p><strong>Civil Service Information</strong></p><ul><li>Civil Service Recruitment Principles: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission</a></li><li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions</a></li><li>Civil Service Code: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/the-code/" target="_blank">The Code - Civil Service Commission</a></li></ul><p>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p> Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civil-service-careers.gov.uk%2Fartificial-intelligence-and-recruitment%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CLaura.Harrington105%40mod.gov.uk%7C50967aa2b23e4fb0c42f08ddbd35ccc5%7Cbe7760ed5953484bae95d0a16dfa09e5%7C0%7C0%7C638874760952874141%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=3uBEOkWyMJMRQ7BV0gHmncJFPbhJ3h2bs21FLNFMTD0%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">candidate guidance</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.</p><p><strong>Conflicts of Interest</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment. </p><p><strong>Contact</strong></p><p>Have a question or a request for a reasonable adjustment? Email us at <a href="mailto:deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></p><p><strong>Apply now to start your career and make a difference for the UK Armed Forces!</strong></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : <a href="mailto:deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DBSCivPers-EngApprentice@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DBSCivPers-EngApprentice@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5MjcmdmVyaWZ5PTQ3MGRhMzRkM2U5OTU1ZTY3ZTM3YzUwNTk4YWZjNTRiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NjMxLTZlOWFhZWFiNWU1NDRjZTRkNmI0ZTY1MGIzZGE0OTFjNWZlYmRjMzk=" target="_blank">Defence Civil Servant Offer_External Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1562kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5MjgmdmVyaWZ5PThiZDc1OTZmZDRkNGU3NzY3OWQ1M2YxNjA4MTRlZTgyJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NjMxLTZlOWFhZWFiNWU1NDRjZTRkNmI0ZTY1MGIzZGE0OTFjNWZlYmRjMzk=" target="_blank">FURTHER INFORMATION Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 129kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5MjkmdmVyaWZ5PTJlMjk2N2I2YmE3MmY0OTM3NDcxOTE3Y2Q4NWRmMjc4JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NjMxLTZlOWFhZWFiNWU1NDRjZTRkNmI0ZTY1MGIzZGE0OTFjNWZlYmRjMzk=" target="_blank">TACOS Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 181kB)

DE&S Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Scheme

Area Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Location:</strong> MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol, BS34 8JH (Office attendance required)<br><strong>Duration:</strong> Four years<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> September 2026<br><strong>Salary:</strong> £25,200 (with annual increments)</p><p><strong>Entry Requirements:</strong> GCSE English and Maths and relevant level 3 STEM qualifications.</p><p><strong>Working Pattern: </strong>Full-time</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong><br>Join Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S) to support the UK Armed Forces by delivering cutting-edge equipment and technology. This four -year programme offers hands-on experience as you complete several work-based training placements whilst completing the BSc in Digital Technology Solutions in preparation for Digital &amp; Data roles within current and future defence programmes. You’ll work in a hugely collaborative environment to ensure that DE&amp;S continues to deliver the very best equipment to the front line.</p><h4>Job description</h4><ul><li><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Part time completion of your BSc with a local academic training provider.</li><li>Learn about Information Technology (IT) &amp; Digital Operations</li><li>Digitally &amp; Data focused placements across delivery teams </li><li>Apply your apprenticeship learning on implementing and maintaining digital services and projects, contributing to critical defence digital capability delivery</li></ul></li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Eligibility:</strong></p><ul><li><p>UK residency for the last 5 years</p></li><li><p>Security Check (SC) clearance required </p></li><li><p>Right to work in the UK (DE&amp;S does not sponsor visas)</p></li><li><p>Must not hold existing higher-level qualifications in the same or a similar subject</p></li><li><p>Must no longer be in full-time education by the start of the scheme</p></li></ul><p><strong>Minimum selection criteria: </strong></p><ul><li><p>GCSE English language and Maths at a minimum grade 4</p></li><li><p>Three full A Levels at grade C or above to include Maths and a Science, or 96 UCAS points from STEM subjects</p></li><li><p>Pass at online assessment stage</p></li></ul><p><em>Final-year students can apply with official predicted grades; all qualifications must be evidenced by end of August 2026. (Equivalent level qualifications to GCSEs in the required subject and grades will also be considered).</em></p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £25,200, Ministry of Defence contributes £7,300 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li><p><strong>What We Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of £25,200 with annual increments</li><li>25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and an extra privilege day)</li><li>Employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Flexible working options and access to on-site facilities</li><li>Professional training and funding for qualifications</li><li>Access to employee networks promoting diversity and inclusion</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li></ul></li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours.<p><strong>Apply Online (26 Jan – 16 Feb 2026</strong>)</p><p>Complete an online application form using the link in this advert. Complete all information accurately including how you meet our minimum selection criteria. Please allow sufficient time to complete and submit your application to meet the deadline and be able to contact us in case of technical difficulties. Applications that are not fully submitted by the deadline cannot be accepted.</p><p><strong>Online Assessments (Feb 2026)</strong></p><p>We’ll ask you to complete some interactive assessments. These should take around 30-35 minutes. They will provide us with insight into your adaptability, how you interact and learn new skills, and how you will naturally act and think at work.</p><p><strong>Eligibility checks (March 2026)</strong></p><p>We will review your application form to ensure you meet our minimum selection criteria and nationality requirements.</p><p><strong>Assessment Centre (April 2026)</strong></p><p>Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an assessment centre at DE&amp;S headquarters, MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol. There will be limited dates available. You’ll undertake an interview, presentation and a group activity. Please note, attendance is required in person, as virtual participation is not available.</p><p><strong>Provisional Offer (May 2026)</strong></p><p>We will offer based on order of merit to the number of roles available.</p><p><strong>Onboarding (May – Aug 2026) </strong></p><p>All pre-employment checks will take place to ensure you evidence our minimum selection and eligibility criteria to undertake a role within the MOD. If all are successful, we will provide a formal offer of employment.</p><p><strong>Induction (September 2026)</strong></p><p>Subject to confirmation, this scheme is expected to start September 2026.</p><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><ul><li>Your application form must list your qualifications to meet the minimum selection criteria, if missing, we will be unable to qualify you against our eligibility checks.</li><li>Should you encounter any technical difficulties submitting your application please take screenshots and email us <a href="mailto:DESHR-ETCoE-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-ETCoE-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a>. Without screenshots of the issue, we may be unable to progress your application.</li><li>On occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to invite all successful candidates to an assessment centre, we may limit the number of invites offered. In this circumstance we may prioritise interviewing candidates who align most closely to the selection criteria. Information for this will be drawn from other sources of information from your application such as your CV. </li><li>Civil Service offers are made in order of merit. If you have passed our assessment centre but there are no roles available, we may offer you an alternative, or lower role in a similar position that matches your skills and experience, or you may remain on a reserve list for 12 months.</li><li>Security clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained prior to the start of the scheme or is obtained with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn.</li><li>Due to the classification of information associated with certain projects, some work-based placements are restricted to Sole UK Nationals only.</li><li>Office attendance and attendance to a training providers site (where applicable) will be required. Travel and accommodation costs for office attendance or assessment centres are not reimbursed.</li></ul><ul><li>This post is not eligible for relocation allowances.</li></ul><ul><li>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at Assessment Centre, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours below: </li></ul><ol><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace </li></ol><p>In the event of the need for further merit differentiation the Scheme Lead will order candidates in merit using candidate assessment feedback. </p><ul><li>Please view and save our Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-DES-ET-Candidate-Information-Pack_.pdf" target="_blank">DE&amp;S Candidate Information Pack</a></li></ul><p><strong>Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p><p>As a Disability Confident level 3 leader, DE&amp;S is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and offer reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities.</p><p>The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria and offer them an interview or assessment centre opportunity if they meet the minimum criteria for the job.</p><p>On occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to invite all Disability Confident candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria to an assessment centre, we may limit the number of invites offered. In this circumstance we may prioritise interviewing candidates who align most closely to the selection criteria. Information for this will be drawn from other sources of information from your application such as your CV.</p><p><strong>Civil Service Information</strong></p><ul><li>Civil Service Recruitment Principles: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission</a></li><li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions</a></li><li>Civil Service Code: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/the-code/" target="_blank">The Code - Civil Service Commission</a></li></ul><p>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p> Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civil-service-careers.gov.uk%2Fartificial-intelligence-and-recruitment%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CLaura.Harrington105%40mod.gov.uk%7C50967aa2b23e4fb0c42f08ddbd35ccc5%7Cbe7760ed5953484bae95d0a16dfa09e5%7C0%7C0%7C638874760952874141%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=3uBEOkWyMJMRQ7BV0gHmncJFPbhJ3h2bs21FLNFMTD0%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">candidate guidance</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.</p><p><strong>Conflicts of Interest</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment. </p><p><strong>Contact</strong></p><p>Have a question or a request for a reasonable adjustment? Email us at <a href="mailto:deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></p><p><strong>Apply now to start your career and make a difference for the UK Armed Forces!</strong></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : <a href="mailto:deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">deshr-etcoe-recruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NDImdmVyaWZ5PTZiOTE2ZjQ4OWExNmZiMGZmYjJhNWI2ZjAwMGM1MTU0JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4ODgwLTZhOWZhNTlkNTYyMjQ5NWE2MDZhNjIzZjE1NWJmZDE2ZjIzMWI3ODc=" target="_blank">Defence Civil Servant Offer_External Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1562kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NDMmdmVyaWZ5PTRlODZkNTg0ZWQ4OGU0ZTYzYWE2MDhjMzA4NjdkZDEyJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4ODgwLTZhOWZhNTlkNTYyMjQ5NWE2MDZhNjIzZjE1NWJmZDE2ZjIzMWI3ODc=" target="_blank">FURTHER INFORMATION Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 129kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg5NDQmdmVyaWZ5PWFkZDEzZjk2ZDA0Mjc2ODg0NzNiM2ZjYTc3ZDQ5MTNmJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4ODgwLTZhOWZhNTlkNTYyMjQ5NWE2MDZhNjIzZjE1NWJmZDE2ZjIzMWI3ODc=" target="_blank">TACOS Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 181kB)

DE&S Digital & Data Degree Apprenticeship Scheme

Business Relationship Practice Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>What you’ll do...</strong></p><p>We are looking for a Recreation Craftsperson to complement our current team. You will be working as an integral part of the Forestry England New Forest Recreation Craftsperson team to maintain recreation facilities and site infrastructure: Car parks, cycle routes and trails within the forest to ensure that we deliver a high-quality visitor experience. Working across The New Forest, you will also work with the wider Beat teams to maintain our visitor facilities, making sure our visitors have a smooth, inclusive and enjoyable experience. You will help cultivate a supportive and positive work environment that encourages teamwork, productivity and individual growth.</p><p>Please see the job description below for more information and details about what we need from you.</p><p><strong>Where you’ll work…</strong></p><p>South District We are Forestry England. We are the country’s largest land manager, caring for the nation’s forests for people, nature and the economy. The foundation of our organisation is our world-class sustainable management of the nation’s forests.</p><p>Our South England Forest District team is made up of around 170 people with a diverse range of roles - from foresters and wildlife rangers to civil engineers, and ecologists to marketing professionals. We all contribute towards the management of 46,000 hectares of public forest estate that stretch from Sussex to Dorset, and from Berkshire to the Isle of Wight. Nearly all of our forests are within either a National Park or Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Much of this forest is of high national importance for nature conservation and wildlife, and of international importance for biodiversity. South England Forest District is therefore responsible for land that includes Special Areas of Conservation (for habitats), Special Protection Areas (for birds) and Ramsar sites (for wetlands). We also provide public access and recreation in our forests, with nearly 50 million visits every year to South England Forest District.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Key responsibilities &amp; accountabilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the face of Forestry England on site, by being approachable for questions and engage with visitors in a polite and appropriate manner.</li><li>Inspect, manage, and maintain recreational facilities in line with Forestry England’s Health &amp; Safety standards to ensure visitors have a safe and enjoyable experience.</li><li>Undertake forest estate management operations. This includes reporting of fly-tipping, litter picking, maintenance of equipment, restoration and creation of various habitats, and improvement of the landscape such as felling, fencing, pruning, and planting of trees and shrubs.</li><li>Manage vegetation along recreation trails, cycle paths and car parks through use of chainsaw and brush cutters.</li><li>Contribute to the delivery of key programmes by providing a support service in delivering essential surveys, events, and sales.</li><li>Work closely with volunteers to ensure they have a safe and positive experience in line with our volunteer management processes.</li><li>Assist with onsite communication between recreation and land management teams, franchise operations, neighbours and wider stakeholders to maintain close working relationships and to improve the customer experience.</li></ul><p>And any other tasks, reasonably requested by your line manager.</p><p><strong>Typical tasks include, but not exclusively:</strong></p><ul><li>Install and repair signs, gates, benches and barriers</li><li>Upgrading car park and trails surfaces</li><li>Litter picking and removal of illegal fly tipping</li><li>Fencing</li><li>Vegetation cutting</li><li>Trail safety inspection and trail repairs</li><li>Clear and repair culverts</li><li>Yard maintenance</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Skills, knowledge &amp; experience</strong><br><strong>Essential professional and technical experience</strong></p><ul><li>Operate and maintain tools and resources to required standards and ensure that a safe working site and safe methods are planned and maintained</li><li>Work constructively and effectively with immediate work colleagues and the wider Forest District Team</li><li>Capable of planning, undertaking and recording practical tasks without supervision, planning tasks efficiently</li><li>Take pride in their work and act professionally when dealing with members of the public, neighbours and other stakeholders</li><li>Be confident and engaging with visitors whilst offering excellent customer service</li><li>Commitment to achieving results through working flexibly and supportively both on your own and as part of a team</li><li>Competent IT user with experience in MS Office suite of applications</li><li>This role requires driving vehicles, a valid UK driving licence is required</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable professional and technical experience</strong></p><ul><li>Strimming/brush cutter/clearing saw/pole saw</li><li>Woodworking basic knowledge(Drills, saws, Routers)</li><li>380mm Felling, crosscutting and maintenance</li><li>Tractor/FMO training</li><li>CPCS- wheeled excavator, articulated roller &amp; dumper</li><li>4x4 driving training</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong><br><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>First Aid (+F)<br></li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Lantra/NPTC chainsaw certification</li><li>Underground apparatus location qualification</li><li>Play inspections- RPII</li><li>Fencing qualifications</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Working Together</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>You will be assessed on a practical section</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £26,959, Forestry Commission contributes £7,810 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>An environment with flexible working options</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Technical skills.<p><strong>How to apply…</strong></p><p>You will be asked to write a 200 word statement on your relevant experience and career history, along with a personal statement of no more than 500 words. You will be assessed on both during sifting. More details about how to apply are listed on the application form. </p><p>Along with a practical section you will be assessed on the following Behaviours at interview which are – </p><p>Working Together<br>Managing a Quality Service<br>Making Effective Decisions<br>Delivering at Pace<br>Successful candidates will undergo a criminal record check and the government baseline personnel security standard check.</p><p>If you require any reasonable adjustments, please email <a href="mailto:fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk" target="_blank">fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk</a>.</p><p>If you're planning to use AI to support your application, please ensure you've read our guidelines here first. </p><p>Read more about our application process and working with us on the Forestry England website. </p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : FC Recruitment Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk" target="_blank">fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk" target="_blank">fcrecruitmentteam@forestryengland.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Our recruitment process is underpinned by the principle of appointment on the basis of fair and open competition and appointment on merit, as outlined in the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles.If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with these principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should in the first instance contact FCE by email: <a href="mailto:englandhr.services@forestryengland.uk" target="_blank">englandhr.services@forestryengland.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission, which regulates all Civil Service recruitment.<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzg4ODMmdmVyaWZ5PWI1N2NlMzk4M2E5ZTRiNjdlMmVkYzRiY2Q5MGZlN2ZiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NjUzLTU0M2E3OTFiYjNhY2RmZDNmYzI2NjRiNTU1NjhhNmFkZDFiODdhZTM=" target="_blank">Forestry England Job Description Recreation Craftsperson (PB6B) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 124kB)

Forestry Commission

Recreation Craftsperson - New Forest

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Make a difference<br></strong>Every role at CQC contributes to our mission. If you’re looking for a new role in Operations that gives a true sense of meaning and purpose, then you’ve found it. As an Adult Social Care Inspector, you’ll help make sure people receive safe, kind, high‑quality care every day.</p><p><strong>Picture this<br></strong>Imagine stepping into a service where people rely on care teams for dignity, safety and support. You listen, observe and gather stories that help build a fair picture of the care people receive.<br>As an Adult Social Care Inspector- London Network, you might get the chance to:<br> Lead inspection visits that shine a light on what providers are doing well and where they need to improve.<br>You could work on assessments that turn real concerns from families, staff or partners into clear actions that help protect people.<strong><br></strong></p><h4>Job description</h4><strong>The role<br></strong>You’ll work closely with others to deliver shared outcomes. In this role, you’ll:<br>Carry out assessments: Plan and lead on‑site and off‑site assessments so services meet safety and quality standards, using evidence to reach fair and clear judgments.<br>Build strong relationships: Work with care providers, local partners and people who use services to understand risk, share insights and support positive change.<br>Use and analyse information: Review data, feedback and concerns to spot patterns, guide decisions and keep an accurate, digital record of what you find.<br>Take Enforcement action: Take appropriate enforcement action where safety and quality concerns are identified.<h4>Person specification</h4><strong>Show us<br></strong>We will be looking for specific skills, knowledge and experience in your application form:<br>Experience working in health or social care: This could include work in adult social care, the NHS, care regulation or similar settings where you’ve supported people or overseen quality.<br>Ability to assess risk and make decisions: Demonstrate when you’ve used information, feedback or data to form clear judgments and take appropriate action.<br>Experience working with others to improve quality: Show how you’ve built relationships, handled sensitive situations and worked with partners or teams to support better outcomes.<h4>Benefits</h4><ul><li>Annual leave starting at 27 days per year, rising to 32.5 days with service, plus bank holidays (usually 8 days per year).</li><li>Training and development opportunities.</li><li>Wellbeing initiatives, such as gym discounts and meditation.</li><li>NHS pension scheme, with around 14% employer contribution.</li><li>Discount schemes (including eligibility for a Blue Light card, at a cost of £4.99 and valid for 2 years), reward vouchers, car leasing and more!</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4> Once your application has been reviewed you will be notified of the outcome via email.<br>Shortlisted Candidates will go through a two-stage assessment process for this role:<br>1. Written Exercise - online via email.<br>2. Formal Interview - via MS Teams.<br>If you are successful in the written exercise, you will be invited to attend a virtual interview via MS Teams.<br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : <a href="mailto:recruitment@cqc.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cqc.org.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@cqc.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cqc.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@cqc.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cqc.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://cqc.csod.com/ui/internal-career-site/app/job-details/2860" target="_blank">https://cqc.csod.com/ui/internal-career-site/app/job-details/2860</a>

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