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<p><strong>Please apply online via the 'Apply online' button</strong> which will take you to the Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your account to view the status of your application.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a <strong>fully</strong> completed online application form.</p>
<p>Please contact Recruitment Services on <strong>01784 444263</strong> (24hr answer phone) or email <strong><a href="mailto:recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk</a></strong> if you are having difficulty applying online.</p>
<p>Housing Reports &amp; Data Officer<br>Salary £15,684 - £18,649 pa pro rata<br>18 hours per week (flexible)</p>
<p><br>We are looking for a well organised individual, with good attention to detail, to&nbsp;<br>provide expert support in the field of data collection, storage and writing reports.<br>You will be reporting to the Team Leader: Housing Data &amp; Systems Management,&nbsp;<br>and you will be working closely with the Housing Data Officer to achieve our&nbsp;<br>strategic aims of reducing and preventing homelessness and rough sleeping and&nbsp;<br>promoting independence.</p>
<p><br>To be successful in this role, you must have exceptional ICT skills on the&nbsp;<br>Windows platform, particularly Microsoft Excel, to the extent that you are also&nbsp;<br>able to support colleagues in this area. You will be able to demonstrate&nbsp;<br>experience of organising and manipulating large volumes of data, identifying&nbsp;<br>emerging themes and trends, and translating them into Plain English for a variety&nbsp;<br>of audiences. You will also be very comfortable working with numbers as you’ll be&nbsp;<br>monitoring large volume of data.</p>
<p><br>We welcome applications from individuals with experience in housing services,&nbsp;<br>including those gained within a local authority or similar setting<br>This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in&nbsp;<br>line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to&nbsp;<br>attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.</p>
<p><br>Please note as part of the employment checks this post will be subject to a Basic&nbsp;<br>Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.</p>
<p><br>Spelthorne Borough Council use the Microsoft Authenticator app as a secure way&nbsp;<br>of accessing our network. Successful candidates will be required to use their own&nbsp;<br>mobile device to download and use Authenticator.</p>
<p><br>In return, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits’ package that&nbsp;<br>includes flexible working hours, pension scheme and at least 23 days’ paid leave&nbsp;<br>per year (pro rata for part time).&nbsp;</p>
<p><br>Closing date: 5 January 2026 (noon)<br>Interview date: 14 January 2026</p>
<p><br>To apply please use the ‘apply online’ button below.<br>CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.<br>Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates. If we have not contacted,&nbsp;<br>you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been&nbsp;<br>unsuccessful.<br>All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.<br>Working towards equal opportunities</p>
<p>Strictly No Agencies</p>

Spelthorne Borough Council

Housing Reports & Data Officer

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<p>Please complete a letter of interest together with a job application form , visit the School website by clicking on the following link <a href="https://www.allsaintschs.org.uk/" target="_blank">All Saints CHS</a></p>
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<p>Position:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Assistant Progress Leader</p>
<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Full time, Permanent</p>
<p>Salary:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 46 weeks 32.5 hours per week</p>
<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; APT&amp;C Band F SCP 12–17 / £22,838 to £24,775 per annum&nbsp;</p>
<p>Start date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;February 2026</p>
<p>Apply by:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Friday, 9th January 2026 at 12 noon</p>
<p>Interview date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Week commencing Monday, 12th January 2026</p>
<p>Location:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; All Saints Catholic High School</p>
<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Roughwood Drive</p>
<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Kirkby L33 8XF</p>
<p>School website:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="http://www.allsaintschs.org.uk" target="_blank">http://www.allsaintschs.org.uk</a></p>
<p>Roll: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1121</p>
<p>All Saints Catholic High School is an oversubscribed secondary school in the borough of Knowsley. All Saints is a Catholic voluntary aided high school, which serves the community of Kirkby. We will provide a Christian education for all pupils based on the teachings of Jesus and the spirit of the Gospel.</p>
<p>The whole life of the school will be determined by the Gospel values of love and justice. We will always value and care for all members of the All Saints community according to their needs and will affirm and nurture the development of all. We believe this can only truly be realised in partnership with parents, the parishes and the wider community.</p>
<p>Due to increased popularity of the school we are looking at making new appointments within the school.&nbsp; The Governing Body of All Saints Catholic High School wish to appoint Assistant Progress Leader</p>
<p>All Saints Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. Disclosure of any criminal convictions and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this post. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The post may not be exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’ and are not subject to disclosure. It is important that an applicant provides the school with upfront disclosure of all unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings. A failure to declare the above (that are not subject to the Disclosure and Barring Service filtering) may disqualify an applicant for appointment and may result in summary dismissal if the discrepancy comes to light subsequently.</p>
<p>The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.</p>
<p>In addition to the checks set out above, the School reserves the right to obtain such formal or informal background information about an applicant as is reasonable in the circumstances to determine whether they are suitable to work at the School. This will include internet and social media searches and references from current employer or settings where you have worked with children.</p>
<p>We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.</p>
<p>To arrange an informal visit to the school and a meeting with Tony McGuinness, Headteacher at All Saints Catholic High School please contact Maria McGowan (<a href="mailto:mmcgowan@allsaintschs.org.uk" target="_blank">mmcgowan@allsaintschs.org.uk</a>)</p>

Assistant Progress Leader

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<p>Our preferred method is online application however if you do require a hard copy application pack please contact Human Resources, Guildford Borough Council, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB. Telephone (01483) 444111 (24-hr). Alternatively e-mail <a href="mailto:PeopleandOD@guildford.gov.uk" target="_blank">PeopleandOD@guildford.gov.uk</a> quoting the relevant post number. Please note that we do not accept CVs, please ensure that you complete the application form fully.</p>
<p>We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.</p>
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<p>An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Guildford Borough Council’s high-performing Planning Policy team as a&nbsp;<strong>Principal Strategic Infrastructure Officer</strong>. We are seeking a motivated and experienced planning professional with a strong background in strategic infrastructure planning who is looking to take the next step in their career.</p>
<p>You’ll be joining a dynamic and successful team with a proven track record in Local Plan preparation, including the adoption of two Local Plans in the past six years. We are now at the early stages of producing a new Local Plan under the new plan-making process —making this a particularly exciting time to get involved and help shape the future growth of the borough.</p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>
<p>This role plays a key part in supporting the development of infrastructure strategy and policy for the Local Plan and other planning policy projects. You will:</p>
<ul>
<li>Lead the preparation of infrastructure evidence, including the Infrastructure Delivery Plan (IDP) and plan viability assessments.</li>
<li>Oversee the commissioning and development of evidence to support the implementation and review of the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL).</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure the successful planning and delivery of infrastructure aligned with the Local Plan.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>About You</strong></p>
<p>You will have:</p>
<ul>
<li>A recognised degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning.</li>
<li>Chartered membership of the RTPI (or eligibility for membership).</li>
<li>Proven experience in infrastructure planning and Local Plan preparation within a Local Authority setting.</li>
<li>Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate across a wide range of stakeholders.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p>
<p>Guildford Borough Council offers a range of employee benefits, including:</p>
<ul>
<li>A career average earnings pension scheme.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement.</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements, including a mix of home and office-based working.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Information to guide your application</strong></p>
<p>Please review the accompanying person specification to guide your application. To be shortlisted for interview, you must clearly demonstrate—using relevant examples—how you meet the essential and, where possible, desirable criteria.</p>
<p>For further information about the role, please contact&nbsp;<strong>Riaan van Eeden</strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>Laura Howard</strong>, Interim Planning Policy Managers, at:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="mailto:Riaan.vaneeden@guildford.gov.uk" target="_blank">Riaan.vaneeden@guildford.gov.uk</a></li>
<li><a href="mailto:Laura.howard@guildford.gov.uk" target="_blank">Laura.howard@guildford.gov.uk</a></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Please note:</strong>&nbsp;The Council may conduct interviews and appoint a candidate during the advertisement period. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.</p>
<p><strong>Closing date:</strong>&nbsp;2 February 2026, or earlier if the position is filled before this date.</p>

Guildford Borough Council

Principal Strategic Infrastructure Officer - Planning Policy

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/4423/SOCIAL_MEDIA_SEARCH_FORM.docx" target="_blank">SOCIAL_MEDIA_SEARCH_FORM</a></li>
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<p>Band D<br>20.00 Working Hours – 39 Weeks per Year</p>
<p>Fender Primary School and Ganey’s Meadow School and Family Centre are seeking to appoint a joint part time caretaker for our popular, inclusive and thriving schools which share a site. Both schools are well regarded by the local community and are located on the Woodchurch Estate.<br>As our morning Caretaker, your role and duties (including security, routine repair work, maintenance, and compliance) will be split evenly between the two schools. This role is a permanent part-time position following the retirement of our previous caretaker and you will be working under the guidance of our full time Site Manager.</p>
<p>The ideal candidate will:<br>Demonstrate a commitment to working with the Site Manager to ensure our schools are always the best they can be.<br>Be hardworking and flexible with a can-do attitude.<br>Have the capacity to problem solve in a calm and professional manner and a willingness to learn new skills.<br>Be able to identify and prioritise tasks.<br>Have a good standard of DIY skills in joinery, plumbing, painting and general maintenance.<br>Have an awareness of health and safety requirements.<br>Be a team player and have good communication and interpersonal skills.<br>Understand the importance of confidentiality and following safeguarding and other policies.</p>
<p>For more information on the post please see the attached job description and employee specification</p>
<p>For an informal discussion or to visit the schools, please call or email Tracey Harwood, Fender School Business Manager on 0151 677 0425 or at <a href="mailto:businessmanager@fender.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">businessmanager@fender.wirral.sch.uk</a></p>
<p>Completed applications with a covering letter should be sent to Fender Primary School or emailed to <a href="mailto:businessmanager@fender.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">businessmanager@fender.wirral.sch.uk</a>.</p>
<p>Closing date: Friday 9th January 2026 at 9am.<br>Interviews are scheduled for w/c 12th January 2026. If you have not heard anything by the end of this week, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Due to the volume of applications expected we are unable to give feedback at this stage.</p>
<p>The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff.&nbsp;</p>
<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced Level CRB check.</p>
<p>All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability</p>

Caretaker (Part Time, Mornings)

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<p>Please apply online (see link below) or contact the school for further details, please DO NOT forward your CV.</p>
<p>Employment is with Corvus Learning Trust and not Bracknell Forest Council. The Trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is therefore not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome. Please accept that if you have not heard within two weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.Equal Opportunities</p>
<p>The Corvus Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children&nbsp;and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all posts.</p>



<p>Job Title: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Clerk to Local Governing Body, Sandhurst School</strong></p>
<p>Grade:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;BG-H SP15</p>
<p>Salary:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;£3,108 per annum including Fringe Allowance</p>
<p>Hours of Work:&nbsp;&nbsp;To total 195 hours per annum term time only.<br><em>Additional ad-hoc hours to be agreed in advance and paid at an hourly rate of £15.94 including Fringe, per hour.</em></p>
<p><strong>START DATE -&nbsp;As soon as possible</strong></p>
<p>We are looking for a Clerk to the Sandhurst Local Governing Body (LGB) with the responsibility of providing effective administrative and clerking support to all LGB Meetings.&nbsp; The successful candidate will also be required to advise on governance procedures within the school to ensure compliance, whilst aiding and supporting good communication across the school and wider Trust when required.</p>
<p>Excellent organisation, interpersonal, communication and time management skills will be important. Applicants should have the skills and a proven record in administration and the ability to be flexible.</p>
<p>The new postholder should be a purposeful and committed individual who wants to join and enhance our strong team. We offer a highly supportive working environment where we value all our employees encouraging and supporting their personal development.</p>
<p>This post is home-based with attendance at school for governor and pre-booked meetings.</p>
<p>If you feel you have the experience and qualities to join our committed, friendly and professional team we would be delighted to hear from you.</p>
<p>Sandhurst School is a caring, inclusive and well-ordered comprehensive school with high expectations for everyone in the school community. We are passionate about comprehensive education and the transformative power it can have on the lives of individuals and our community. You will find our staff to be incredibly committed to the school and will strive to ensure that each student fulfills their potential.</p>
<p>Our core values of respect, ambition, resilience and pride are at the heart of everything we do and ensure that every student has the opportunity to succeed. A significant strength of our school is the quality of our relationships throughout the school community. We will ensure this continues to develop and flourish whilst striving always for academic excellence.</p>
<p>To apply for this post please complete the online application form.</p>
<p><strong>Closing Date: Tuesday 6th January 2026 at 9.00am</strong></p>
<p><strong>Applicants may be invited to interview before the closing date, therefore please take the opportunity to apply as soon as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;We reserve the right to close the advert early should the right candidate apply.</strong></p>
<p><em>Employment is with Corvus Learning Trust and not Bracknell Forest Council.&nbsp;</em></p>
<p><em>Sandhurst School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. </em></p>
<p><em>We reserve the right to carry out online searches should you be shortlisted for interview.&nbsp; We will ask shortlisted candidates to complete a self-declaration prior to interview.</em></p>

Clerk to the Local Governing Body (LGB)

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<p>All completed application forms are to be submitted electronically to the Headteacher, Miss Kathryn Fitzsimmons at <a href="mailto:staidan@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">staidan@knowsley.gov.uk</a> . Please note we do not accept C. V’s. Only completed Catholic Education Service (CES) applications will be considered. The application pack is available on the school website <a href="https://staidanscatholicprimary.com/vacancies/" target="_blank">Vacancies – St Aidan's Catholic Primary School (staidanscatholicprimary.com)</a></p>



<p><strong>LEARNING MENTOR LEVEL 3</strong></p>
<p></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Employer:</strong>&nbsp;St Aidan’s Catholic Primary School</li>
<li><strong>Salary: </strong>&nbsp;Salary: Band K (SCP 29 – 31) £39,862-£41,771 &nbsp;Pro rata. Actual Salary:£35,194 - £36880</li>
<li><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Huyton, Knowsley</li>
<li><strong>Contract:</strong>&nbsp;Permanent</li>
<li><strong>Working Pattern:</strong>&nbsp;Term Time</li>
<li><strong>Hours:</strong>&nbsp;36 hours per week. 8.30am – 4:15pm (<em>4pm one day)</em></li>
<li><strong>DBS Check:</strong>&nbsp;Enhanced</li>
<li><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;6/1/2026 9am</li>
<li><strong>Start Date:</strong> as soon as possible</li>
</ul>
<p>The Governors of St Aidan’s Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Learning Mentor to support our children and families. The successful candidate will be reliable and committed to a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential. We are seeking an individual, who can:</p>
<p><strong>The successful candidate will:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Work collaboratively and positively with all the staff within the ethos, vision, and values of the school</li>
<li>Work closely with pupils who have diverse learning, behavioural and SEND needs</li>
<li>Develop one to one mentoring relationships with pupils needing support</li>
<li>Meet with parents to discuss and agree pupil action plans</li>
<li>To work closely with external agencies to ensure pupils receive relevant, coordinated support</li>
<li>To analyse data in relation to barriers to learning and identify strategies to improvement</li>
<li>To present progress data to teachers and senior leaders on areas such as attendance and attainment</li>
<li>To work closely with the designated safeguarding lead on safeguarding issues</li>
<li>To support pupils social, emotional and mental health needs</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Personal Qualities &amp; Attributes:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>A friendly disposition and a good team player</li>
<li>Excellent communication and organisational skills</li>
<li>Able to prioritise work</li>
<li>Work to high standards, both when working with colleagues and when working unsupervised</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Excellent attendance record</li>
</ul>
<p>Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 0151 477 8370 to arrange a visit.</p>
<p>St Aidan’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to relevant pre-employment checks, satisfactory references, verification of qualifications and eligibility to work in the UK as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education, including an enhanced DBS certificate with a barred-list check. Due to the nature of work the above post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.</p>
<p>By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance.</p>
<p><strong>Closing Date: Tuesday 6th January 2026 9am</strong></p>
<p><strong>Short Listing Date: Tuesday 6th January 2026</strong></p>
<p><strong>Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 5th January 2026</strong></p>
<p></p>

Learning Mentor Level 3

<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Adult Social Worker <br><strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £38,220 progressing to £41,771 pa (pro rata for part-time) + £1k welcome payment, relocation &amp; car lease schemes (terms apply) <br><strong>Hours:</strong> 37 hours or part time<br><strong>Location:</strong> Hertfordshire<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Directorate:</strong> Adult Care Services</p><p>Are you passionate about improving lives and empowering people to live independently? Whether you're an experienced social worker or just starting your journey, Hertfordshire County Council offers a range of exciting opportunities across our adult social care services.</p><p>We’re transforming the way we work through our <strong>Connected Lives</strong> approach – a strengths-based model that puts people at the centre of everything we do. We focus on what matters most to individuals and their carers, helping them achieve their goals, stay connected to their communities, and live fulfilling lives</p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Hybrid and flexible working</strong> to support your work-life balance</li><li><strong>Ongoing learning and development</strong> to help you grow in your career</li><li><strong>Opportunities for community engagement and volunteering</strong></li></ul><p>A supportive, collaborative environment where your voice matters</p><p>We're looking for <strong>social work England </strong>registered <strong>Social Workers</strong> to join us. </p><p>We are currently unable to accommodate newly qualified social workers, however you are welcome to apply to be notified of when the opportunities become available.</p><p>We have opportunities within our adult disability, older people and hospital teams across Hertfordshire.</p><h4>About the team</h4><p><strong>We are unable to accept AYSE Social Workers at this time</strong></p><p><strong>Older Peoples Team East</strong></p><p><strong>East Herts Locality Team</strong><br><strong>Farnham House, Stevenage</strong><br><strong>37 hours per week</strong><br><strong>12 Months Fixed Term or Secondment Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Older Peoples Team West</strong></p><p><strong>Herts Valley - Harpenden and Villages<br>Apsley, Hemel Hempstead<br>37 hours per week</strong></p><p>The Older Person Service is a dynamic service that works across the community under the Care Act to safeguard, assess, plan support and review adults and cares with long term health and social care needs. We can offer Hybrid working arrangements, flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, as well as promote your continuous Learning &amp; Development.</p><p><strong>Hospital Integrated Discharge Team </strong></p><p><strong>£38,220 - £41,771 per annum, plus £1,911 - £2,088 market enhancement pay plus 5% operational allowance per year</strong></p><p><em>These enhancements are non-contractual payments, subject to a 3 yearly review</em></p><p>You'll ensure safe and timely discharges from hospital by:</p><ul><li>Assessing the needs of patients and carers</li><li>Arranging appropriate care packages</li><li>Liaising with professionals and agencies</li><li>Supporting person-centred discharge planning</li></ul><p><strong>37 hours per week, 25 hours might also be considered</strong></p><p><strong>Barnet and Chase Farm Hospital<br>Post Hospital Review team<br>Herts Valleys Out of County Hospital Team<br>37 hours per week, 25 hours might also be considered</strong></p><p><strong>We are unable to accept AYSE Social Workers at this time</strong></p><p><strong>We offer a 7 day service and currently operate a 1-weekend-in-8 rota across the Hospital Team</strong></p><p><strong>Visit Adult social work in Hertfordshire to find out more.</strong></p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong>:<br>• Social Work degree<br>• Registration with Social Work England<br>• Driving licence</p><p>This job role is within the Health &amp; Social Care, level 10&nbsp; job profile. Please locate this via:</p><p>Job profiles - Health and social care</p><p><strong>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role<em>.</em></strong></p><p>If you have questions about our opportunities please contact <a href="mailto:ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or for an informal discussion about the role.</p><p>This is an ongoing advert with applications being regularly reviewed and interviews arranged.</p><p><strong>Benefits of working for us <br><br></strong></p><h4>How to apply</h4><p>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. </p><p><strong>Secondment</strong><br>This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.</p><h4>Additional information</h4><p><strong>Disability Confident</strong><br>We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.</p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong><br>This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.</p><p><strong>Driving required</strong><br>You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.</p><p><strong>English Fluency</strong><br>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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Hertfordshire County Council

Adult Social Worker

<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> CEIAG Adviser<br><strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £34,434 progressing to £37,280 per annum*<br><strong>Hours:</strong> 37 hours per week<br><strong>Base Location:</strong> Farnham House, Stevenage with countywide travel required<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Directorate:</strong> Childrens Services</p><p>*Unqualified/Trainee = £31,527 progressing to £34,434<br>Qualified = £34,434 progressing to £37,280</p><h4>About the team</h4><p>Servies for Young People is the primary provider of youth work; careers, education information, advice and&nbsp; guidance, work related learning and work experience to young people across Hertfordshire. The Service provides a wide range of careers and work related support, predominantly for young people aged 13-19 (up to 25 if they have learning difficulties or disabilities) to make sure that the needs of young people are met so that they are able and motivated to remain in or return to education, training or work and achieve their full potential.</p><h4>About the role</h4><p>Key activities of the role include:</p><ul><li>Understanding the needs of young people and how the priorities of HCC SfYP address them and personally develop existing and new services.</li><li>Ensuring that the needs of all clients are met, so that they are able and motivated to engage in education, training, work opportunities and constructive activities that lead to successful transitions and positive destination outcomes.</li><li>Ability to be flexible, to multi -task and to work independently within dynamic and evolving teams.</li><li>Deliver CEIAG in 1 to 1 and groups and create new products and programmes.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4><p><strong>Essential</strong>:</p><ul><li>Diploma in Careers Guidance parts 1 and 2; QCG and or Level 6 in Advice and Guidance and evidence of relevant continuing professional development and the ability to put learning into practice.</li><li>For the trainee post you will need appropriate prior learning that will enable you to undertake the QCF Level 6 Advice and Guidance. Ability/capacity to study if a trainee</li><li>Previous experience of working intensively with young people with a range of needs and backgrounds.</li><li>Good ICT Skills</li><li>Ability to be flexible in multi tasking and working independently</li><li>Excellent organisation and administrative skills with good attention to detail.</li><li>Interpersonal skills and ability to performance manage a team to a high standard</li><li>Able to understand the barriers that young people face</li><li>To be able to work to and achieve targets</li><li>To understand the needs of the young people, and service delivery</li><li>Full UK driving licence with regular access to a vehicle.</li></ul><p><em>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.</em></p><p>This job role is within the Community Services, level COM9 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Community services</p><p>For the unqualified role this is level 8, please locate the job profile via: &nbsp;Health and Social Care Services</p><p>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Alex Turner (<a href="mailto:alex.turner@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">alex.turner@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>) for an informal discussion about the role.</p><p>Interview Date: 16th Jan 2026 (In Person - Hemel Hempstead Young People's Centre)</p><p>Benefits of working for us</p><h4>How to apply</h4><p>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.</p><h4>Additional information</h4><p><strong>Disability Confident</strong><br>We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.</p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong><br>This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.</p><p><strong>Driving required</strong><br>You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.</p><p><strong>English Fluency</strong><br>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.</p>





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CEIAG Adviser

<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> CEIAG Development Worker<br><strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum <br><strong>Hours:</strong> 37 per week<br><strong>Location:</strong> Countywide<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Directorate:</strong> Childrens Services</p><h4>About the team</h4><p>Hertfordshire Services for Young People is the primary provider of youth work; careers, education information, advice and&nbsp; guidance, work related learning and work experience to young people across Hertfordshire. The Service provides a wide range of careers and work related support, predominantly for young people aged 13-19 (up to 25 if they have learning difficulties or disabilities) to make sure that the needs of young people are met so that they are able and motivated to remain in or return to education, training or work and achieve their full potential.</p><h4>About the role</h4><p>Key requirements of this role is:</p><ul><li>To understand the needs of young people and how the priorities of the service, address them and personally develop existing and new services.<br><br></li><li>To ensure that the needs of all clients are met, so that they are able and motivated to engage in education, training, work opportunities and constructive activities that lead to successful transitions and positive destination outcomes.<br><br></li><li>To work intensively with young people with a range of needs and backgrounds.&nbsp;<br><br></li><li>Have the ability to put your learning into practice.<br><br></li><li>Have the ability to be flexible, to multi -task and to work independently within dynamic and evolving teams you will both deliver CEIAG in 1 to 1 and groups and create new products and programmes.</li></ul><br><h4>About you</h4><p><strong>Essential</strong>:</p><ul><li>Diploma in Careers Guidance parts 1 and 2; QCG and or Level 6 in Advice and Guidance </li><li>Full driving licence and regular access to a vehicle</li><li>Excellent organisation and administrative skills with good attention to detail.</li><li>Interpersonal skills and ability to performance manage a team to a high standard</li><li>Able to understand the barriers that young people face</li><li>To be able to work to and achieve targets</li><li>To understand the needs of the young people, and service delivery</li><li>Good ICT Skills</li></ul><p><em>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.</em></p><p>This job role is within the Community Services, level COM10 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Community services</p><p>For information regarding the work of (SfYP) please visit <a href="http://www.servicesforyoungpeople.org" target="_blank">www.servicesforyoungpeople.org</a></p><p>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Karen Haswell (<a href="mailto:karen.haswell@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.haswell@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>) for an informal discussion about the role.</p><p>Interview Date: 20th Jan 2026 (in person - Hemel Hempstead Young People's Centre)</p><p>Benefits of working for us</p><h4>How to apply</h4><p>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.</p><h4>Additional information</h4><p><strong>Disability Confident</strong><br>We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.</p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong><br>This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.</p><p><strong>Driving required</strong><br>You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.</p><p><strong>English Fluency</strong><br>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.</p>





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CEIAG Development Worker

<p><strong>Hours:</strong> 18.5<br><strong>Location:</strong> Opportunities in St Albans and North Herts - please specify on application.<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Directorate:</strong> Childrens Services</p><p><strong>Do you have what it takes to help young people develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed in life? </strong></p><p><strong>Take your youth work experience to the next level and lead a team that’s giving young people the support they need as they transition to adulthood.</strong></p><h4>About the team</h4><p>HCC Services for Young People providers youth work, careers education information advice guidance, work related learning, work experience and the review and maintenance of education health and care plans for young people post-16 / post school.</p><p>Our vision for young people is clear. We want young people to succeed, and by working for us you’ll be key to enable this to happen.</p><h4>About the role</h4><p>Your focus will be leading the delivery of targeted early evening youth work projects for vulnerable young people, helping them overcome challenges and thrive.</p><p>By offering early intervention, you will help prevent issues from escalating and affecting young people’s daily lives, health, development, or safety. Your work will make a real and lasting difference.</p><p>We are seeking candidates who can quickly build positive, trusting relationships with diverse groups of young people and adapt flexibly to their needs and the priorities of the service. If you are passionate about empowering young people and committed to creating opportunities for them to succeed, we want to hear from you.</p><h4>About you</h4><p><strong>Essential:</strong></p><ul><li>Recent experience of working with young people.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and planning.</li><li>Ability to work regular evenings in line with JNC terms and conditions.</li><li>Confident in using ICT.</li><li>Previous line management experience is desirable.</li><li>Full UK driving licence &amp; regular access to a vehicle.</li></ul><p>HCC Services for Young People works with vulnerable young people to address emerging needs, improve life chances, and reduce escalation to more expensive and intensive services. This includes supporting those challenged in education, their community or home life, to ensure a successful transition to adulthood. The young people are typically 11-17 and up to 25 for Care Leavers and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.</p><p><em>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.</em></p><p>To hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:kips.green@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">kips.green@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a></p><p>We will review your application on receipt. Please apply as soon as possible.</p><p>For more information regarding the work of HCC Services for Young People please visit <a href="http://www.servicesforyoungpeople.org" target="_blank">www.servicesforyoungpeople.org</a></p><p>Benefits of working for us</p><h4>How to apply</h4><p>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job outline, to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. </p><h4>Additional information</h4><p><strong>Disability Confident<br></strong>We are proud to be a <strong>Disability Confident employer</strong>and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.</p><p><strong>Safeguarding<br></strong>This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.</p><p><strong>Driving required</strong><br>You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.</p><p><strong>English Fluency<br></strong>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.</p><h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>YSWiC 11-14 Job Outline June 2022 FINAL.pdf</li></ul><br>





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Youth Support Worker in Charge

<p>Though the LGA is based in Westminster and we encourage Hybrid working, we will consider remote working for the right candidate</p><h3><strong>About us</strong></h3><p>The Local Government Association (LGA) is the national membership body for local authorities. We work on behalf of our member councils to support, promote and improve local government.  </p><p>We are a politically led, cross-party organisation that works on behalf of councils to ensure local government has a strong, credible voice with national government. We influence and set the political agenda on the issues that matter to councils to help them deliver local solutions to national problems.</p><p>We also provide councils with the tools and resources to respond to challenges present and emerging, and support improvement across the sector. </p><p>We value diversity and encourage applications from all sections of the community to this high-profile role.</p><h3><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p>The Director of Operations requires a blend of strong strategic leadership and extensive and in-depth knowledge of diverse operational areas to inspire and motivate a positive and collaborative workforce. Full details regarding this role can be found in the Application Pack.</p><h3><strong>To apply</strong></h3><p>Please complete the online form and include a supporting statement detailing how you meet the criteria in the application pack for the role before the closing date. </p><p>To help us anonymise applications efficiently, please ensure your CV meets the following formatting requirements:</p><p>Please use standard fonts such as Arial, Times New Roman, or Calibri</p><p>Avoid complex graphics, logos, or images where possible</p><p>Keep formatting simple – use basic bullet points and standard paragraph formatting</p><p>Save your CV as a standard PDF file</p><p>Ensure the file size is under 5MB</p><p>Avoid unusual page layouts or multi-column designs</p><p>Use standard text colours (e.g., black, or dark grey)</p><p>CVs that do not meet these guidelines may not be processed correctly by our system.</p><p>​</p><p><strong>Closing Date: </strong>5pm, 05 January 2026</p><p><strong>Interview Date:</strong>&nbsp; Early January 2026</p>

Local Government Association 

Director of Operations

<p>Though the LGA is based in Westminster and we encourage Hybrid working, we will consider remote working for the right candidate</p><h3><strong>About us</strong></h3><p>The Local Government Association (LGA) is the national membership body for local authorities. We work on behalf of our member councils to support, promote and improve local government.  </p><p>We are a politically led, cross-party organisation that works on behalf of councils to ensure local government has a strong, credible voice with national government. We influence and set the political agenda on the issues that matter to councils to help them deliver local solutions to national problems.</p><p>We also provide councils with the tools and resources to respond to challenges present and emerging, and support improvement across the sector. </p><p>We value diversity and encourage applications from all sections of the community to this high-profile role.</p><h3><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p>The Director of Data, Insight, and Innovation requires&nbsp;a blend of&nbsp;strategic leadership,&nbsp;deep technical knowledge, and strong&nbsp;business acumen&nbsp;to align data initiatives with overarching strategic goals and drive transformative change. Full details regarding this role can be found in the Application Pack.</p><h3><strong>To apply</strong></h3><p>Please complete the online form and include a supporting statement detailing how you meet the criteria in the application pack for the role before the closing date. </p><p>To help us anonymise applications efficiently, please ensure your CV meets the following formatting requirements:</p><p>Please use standard fonts such as Arial, Times New Roman, or Calibri</p><p>Avoid complex graphics, logos, or images where possible</p><p>Keep formatting simple – use basic bullet points and standard paragraph formatting</p><p>Save your CV as a standard PDF file</p><p>Ensure the file size is under 5MB</p><p>Avoid unusual page layouts or multi-column designs</p><p>Use standard text colours (e.g., black, or dark grey)</p><p>CVs that do not meet these guidelines may not be processed correctly by our system.</p><p>​</p><p><strong>Closing Date: </strong>5pm, 05 January 2026</p><p><strong>Interview Date:</strong>&nbsp; Early January 2026</p>

Director of Data, Insight and Innovation

<h4>Job summary</h4>Join us at the heart of UK democracy. We are seeking an experienced senior leader to take on the role of Interim Head of Compliance and Transparency at the Electoral Commission. This pivotal position offers the chance to lead a dedicated team, oversee compliance and financial transparency, and shape future regulatory frameworks during a period of significant change. If you have proven expertise in regulation, governance and strategic leadership, this is an opportunity to make a real impact on public trust and integrity in political finance.<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>About the Electoral Commission</strong></p><p>The Electoral Commission is the UK’s independent body overseeing elections and regulating political finance. Everything we do is about ensuring trust, participation, and integrity in the democratic process.</p><p>As we enter a bold new chapter under our five-year Corporate Plan, we are increasing our workforce and transforming how we plan and deliver core services. This post plays a central role in that journey.</p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>This is a key leadership position providing strategic oversight of the Commission’s compliance and transparency functions during a period of legislative and structural transition.</p><p>The Interim Head of Compliance and Transparency will:</p><ul><li>Provide senior leadership and direction to the Compliance and Transparency Team (around 15 staff, including two managers).</li><li>Oversee compliance monitoring and financial transparency reporting cycles.</li><li>Act as business owner for the <em>Political Finance Online (PFO)</em> system, ensuring continuity between project delivery and operational ownership.</li><li>Support the Director of Electoral Administration and Reform in strategic and operational decisions relating to political finance regulation.</li><li>Maintain regulatory assurance and operational effectiveness while longer-term structural changes are determined.</li></ul><p>This is a high-profile role that requires calm, confident leadership and sound regulatory judgement. It offers an opportunity to make a significant contribution to maintaining transparency and confidence in political finance at a pivotal time<strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>About the team</strong></p><p>The Compliance and Transparency Team ensures regulated entities meet their financial and reporting obligations under political finance law.</p><p>The team’s ethos is professional, collaborative and highly committed to upholding public confidence in democracy. Working closely with colleagues in Party Registration, Political Finance Online (PFO), Legal, and Research, the team supports the delivery of major legislative and digital transformation projects.</p><p>Joining this team provides the opportunity to lead a capable and dedicated group through a period of meaningful change and to shape future regulatory practice.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Who we’re looking for</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced senior leader with regulatory expertise gained in a regulatory body or framework who can bring stability, clarity and assurance.</p><p>You will:</p><ul><li>Experience managing a multi-functional team</li><li>Have proven senior management experience within a regulatory, compliance, or financial governance environment.</li><li>Demonstrate a strong understanding of financial reporting processes, controls, and legislative frameworks.</li><li>Be confident making evidence-based, proportionate and risk-led decisions.</li><li>Bring sound judgement, political awareness, and the ability to manage relationships with senior external stakeholders.</li><li>Be an empowering and pragmatic leader capable of motivating teams under pressure and delivering results through change.</li><li>Experience working with regulators or public-sector commissions</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £71,618, The Electoral Commission contributes £20,747 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p><strong>Why work for us?</strong></p><p>The Electoral Commission offers a highly flexible, inclusive and supportive workplace where your expertise can make a tangible difference to UK democracy.</p><p>You will gain:</p><ul><li>Strategic exposure at the intersection of regulation, governance and political finance.</li><li>The opportunity to shape and influence future compliance and reporting frameworks.</li><li>Experience leading within an independent, high-profile public body committed to transparency and fairness.</li></ul><p><strong>We offer a strong total reward package, including:</strong></p><ul><li>Flexible working and hybrid model (40% office minimum)</li><li>28 rising to 30 days annual leave + bank holidays</li><li>Civil Service pension scheme (28.97% employer contribution)</li><li>Study support for professional qualifications</li><li>Ongoing learning and development opportunities</li><li>Ride2Work, eye care vouchers 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><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. To help reduce unconscious bias and ensure all applicants are assessed solely on their skills, knowledge and experience, we use an anonymous recruitment process.</p><p>When applying, please provide an anonymised CV which omits your protected characteristics and any personally identifiable information:</p><p>Do not include:</p><ul><li>Your name, address, phone number, email or other contact details</li><li>Your date of birth or age</li><li>Gender, ethnicity, nationality or other personal identifiers</li><li>A photo of yourself</li><li>Remove educational dates as these are a clear indication of your age</li><li>There is no requirement to include your primary education details.</li></ul><p>Do include:</p><ul><li>Your employment history including employers and dates of employment</li><li>Explanation for gaps in your history</li><li>Your duties, responsibilities and achievements</li></ul><p>If your CV contains personal details (such as your name or contact information), we will be unable to consider your application. Please double-check your documents before submitting, including the file name you use to save and upload your CV.<br></p><p><strong>Supporting disabled applicants</strong></p><p>The Electoral Commission is proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. As part of our commitment, we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. If you have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria listed in the job description, you will be offered an interview.</p><p>To be considered under this scheme, please indicate this when you apply. We also welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace.</p><p><strong>Key dates</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Application deadline: 4th January 2026</strong></li><li><strong>Interviews (1st stage): Late January 2026</strong></li><li><strong>Interviews (2nd stage): February 2026</strong></li><li><strong>Anticipated start date: TBC</strong></li></ul><p>Applicants applying for a London-based role should expect to attend interviews in person. For applicants in devolved nations, interviews may be conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams<strong>.</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.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>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 : Talent Acquisition Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Raising a Concern About the Recruitment Process<br><br>At the Electoral Commission, we are committed to delivering fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment. Our recruitment practices are guided by Civil Service values and comply with the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant legislation.<br><br>If you have concerns about the way a recruitment process has been conducted, we encourage you to raise them with us.<br><br>How to Make a Complaint<br><br>If you are dissatisfied with any aspect of our recruitment process, you can contact us directly by email:<br><br><a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a><br><br>Please include the following information:<br><br>The job title or reference number<br><br>A clear explanation of your concern<br><br>Any relevant supporting information<br><br>Your preferred contact details<br><br>We aim to respond to all complaints within two working days.<br><br>Our Commitment<br><br>All complaints are treated seriously and in confidence. They are handled in line with our Recruitment Policy and the relevant provisions of the Equality Act 2010, Employment Rights Act 1996, and the Data Protection Act 2018.<br><br>If you require this information in an alternative format, or need additional support, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/</a>

Interim Head of Compliance and Transparency

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Role: </strong>Senior Paralegal Caseworker x 3<br><br><strong>Business:</strong> Office of Public Guardian (OPG)<br><br><strong>Location: </strong>Cross site: Hybrid working between home and either Embankment House, Nottingham or Victoria Square House, Birmingham. Some travel between either site may be required. Office attendance is required at 40%.<br><br><strong>Grade: </strong>HEO<br><br><strong>Salary: </strong>£35,335 - £37,847<br><br><strong>Contract Type: </strong>Permanent<br><br><strong>Minimum Hours: </strong>29 hours is the minimum requirement for part time<br><br><strong>Organisational Overview </strong><br><br>The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) protects people in England and Wales who may not have the mental capacity to make certain decisions for themselves, such as about their health and finance. We are an Executive Agency of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), set up in 2007 following the introduction of the Mental Capacity Act of 2005.<br><br>OPG is responsible for registering lasting powers of attorney (LPA) and enduring powers of attorney (EPA) and supervising deputies who are appointed by the Court of Protection.<br><br>OPG is a fantastic place to work offering a range of development opportunities. The OPG is a disability confident employer and is committed to developing a supportive and inclusive environment that reflects the diverse community we serve.<br><br>OPG is currently delivering an ambitious transformation programme. This will change the way we provide services and help us meet the growing needs of our users, partners and our stakeholders. It will make sure our users experience a better level of support and will help us to respond to the changing needs of society. Transformation will ensure we can better support adults at risk and create high-quality services that are accessible and affordable.<br><strong><br>Team Overview </strong><br><br>The team – comprising 70 to 80 staff members – is multidisciplinary in nature and aims to provide a high quality and efficient specialist legal service for OPG. We have Senior Lawyers, Lawyers, Senior Paralegals and Paralegals, a Legal Support team as well as an excellent team of legal operations specialists. <br><br>The team has two principal functions: <br><br>(1) to conduct litigation on behalf of the Public Guardian in the Court of Protection, managing the whole litigation process. This involves reviewing cases from colleagues in Operations, Investigations and Supervision, and making a decision as to whether to issue applications covering the following: <br>1. Determination of the lawfulness of certain provisions of LPAs and the severance of unlawful parts; <br>2. Removal of attorneys appointed on the ground they are not acting in accordance with their MCA obligations; and <br>3. Removal of non-compliant deputies. <br><br>(2) to provide legal advice across the organisation on a wide range of matters including policy, investigations, complaints and where litigation is threatened/brought against OPG. <br><br>The work is important, rewarding and challenging in ensuring timely action is taken to prevent abuse. Whilst being based across several different offices, the team works well together as a community, team members are well-supported and there is progression at all levels. For paralegals, there are potential opportunities for support with applications to qualify as lawyers. <br><br>We are committed to becoming a Government leader in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance legal operations and service delivery. <br><br><strong>Duties and Responsibilities </strong><br><br>The post holder will be an experienced Paralegal who is confident and capable of working on complex cases and carrying out certain legal tasks independently. The Senior Paralegal role models the behaviours expected of all Paralegals and will be a key link between Lawyers and Paralegals. They will be able to work with autonomy and flexibility whilst having the interpersonal skills to work as part of a team and crucially have the ability to troubleshoot. <br><br>The post holder will work closely with other peer Senior Paralegals, Lawyers and Legal Support staff in addition to Paralegals to maximise performance and will be line managed by Lawyers.<br><br>The role may include work that could be used as qualifying work experience for SQE candidates.<br><strong><br>The scope of the role is flexible in nature, and so if there is a business need, the post holder may also be required to support operational colleagues in the team. </strong><br><br>The non-exhaustive range of responsibilities are as follows:<br><br></p>• Leadership over own caseloads under Lawyer supervision – including less complex legal case reviews, reviewing statements, providing instructions to paralegals, drafting documents, and liaising with counsel, parties and respondents. This will require sound judgment, good understanding of risk and problem solving. The post holder should feel confident in their ability to deliver consistently quality work in a fast-paced environment. <p><br>• Litigation support – supporting Lawyers on their complex/multi cases, bundle creation and preparation of briefs to Counsel. Make confident decisions within authority and make well-reasoned recommendations to lawyers with conduct when appropriate.<br><br>• Lead or support training and guidance and process reviews for Paralegals as part of continuous improvement. <br>• Attend hearings on behalf of Lawyers if necessary to assist with minute taking, which may include travel. <br><br>• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the skillset required for this post and based on business need, which may include management of staff<br><br><strong>Agreed Expectations </strong><br><br>The successful candidate will be expected to work from their base location on a weekly basis in line with current Civil Service requirements, outside of any reasonable adjustments. Office attendance is required at 40%.<br><br>Occasional travel to other offices is required.<br><strong><br>Skills &amp; Qualifications<br><br>Essential Skills</strong><br><br>• Experience of working in a legal team alongside Lawyers and legal support staff. Lead criteria. <br><br>• A proven track record as a Paralegal, with good drafting skills, assessment of risk, attention to detail and confidence in own decision making. Lead criteria. <br>• Willingness to take responsibility for cases and ability to work flexibly according to business need. <strong>Lead criteria. </strong><br>• Collaborative approach to working with a range of colleagues – a true team player focused on good performance. <br><br>• An ability to work under pressure to deadlines with excellent written and verbal communication and prioritisation skills, and flexibility to meet changing demands and priorities.<br><br>• An ability to work independently or as part of an effective team on ad hoc tasks and projects.<br><br>• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office 365 packages i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Teams, OneNote, Presentations and PowerPoint.<br><br><strong>Desirable Skills</strong><br><br>• Experience of working in the area of the Mental Capacity Act and Court of Protection<br><br>• Legal qualification, including but not limited to law degree, Graduate Diploma in Law, CILEx, LPC, BVC/BPTC. <br><br><strong>Application process</strong></p>This recruitment will follow the Civil Service Success Profile process. Candidates will be expected to provide an up-to-date CV together with a Personal Statement of Suitability of no more than 1000 words where you specifically set out how you meet the above essential and desirable criteria. <strong>In the event of a high number of applications, the lead criteria will be experience of working in a legal team, proven paralegal track record and willingness to take responsibility for cases and ability to work flexibly (please see essential criteria for full details). </strong><strong>Technical Test</strong>If you are successful at sift, you will be invited for a practical assessment which will test your technical skills. <p>The assessment will be held remotely, and a set time will be given to complete it. <br>During the assessment, candidates will be provided with written information on a screen to read. Candidates will then be expected to answer questions on this information during the set time. This will take place following the application sift and before the interview. You will be required to pass the assessment to be able to continue to the next stage. </p><strong>Interview Process</strong>If you are successful at sift and assessment, you will be invited to an interview which will use the Civil Service Success Profiles. At interview, candidates should expect questions on:<p>• Strengths relevant to the role<br>• The following Behaviours at Level 3: </p><ul><li>Making effective decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Managing a quality service </li></ul><p><strong>All interviews will be held remotely via MS Teams.</strong></p>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.<p><strong>Reasonable Adjustments</strong><br><br>At OPG we consider all applications on the basis of merit and want you to feel able to demonstrate your full potential whatever type of assessment is used. If you require any reasonable adjustments for any aspect of the selection process, do not hesitate to get in contact with us.<br><br>As a Disability Confident organisation, we will offer a guaranteed interview to candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria for this role. If you are applying for a role within OPG and would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please indicate this in your application and let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the selection process. <br><br><strong>For further information on benefits of working for OPG, such as our Flexible Working Policy and a FAQ, please check the candidate information pack attached to this advert.<br><br>If your application for this role is unsuccessful, we may offer you an alternative role at the same or lower grade should one be available. </strong><br></p><p><strong>Technical 1</strong></p><p>If you are successful at sift, you will be invited for a practical assessment which will test your technical skills. </p><p>The assessment will be held remotely, and a set time will be given to complete it. <br>During the assessment, candidates will be provided with written information on a screen to read. Candidates will then be expected to answer questions on this information during the set time. This will take place following the application sift and before the interview. You will be required to pass the assessment to be able to continue to the next stage.</p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Please refer to Job Description</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £35,335, Office of the Public Guardian contributes £10,236 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></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, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><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>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 : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/12791?entityId=12791" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/12791?entityId=12791</a>

Senior Paralegal Caseworker (Ref: 12791)

<h4>Job summary</h4>We’re looking for someone who brings clarity, organisation, and sound judgment to a role at the heart of our governance work. You’ll enjoy working with colleagues across the organisation, helping them navigate processes, meet statutory responsibilities, and maintain high standards of transparency and compliance. This role suits someone who values accuracy, good relationships, and steady coordination across multiple priorities. If you’re motivated by public service and keen to support strong governance that helps us operate effectively and responsibly, we’d be pleased to hear from you.<h4>Job description</h4><p>You will be responsible leading and supporting key initiatives across corporate and information governance, focusing on the day-to-day management of governance issues including our internal audit programme, Freedom of Information Act and Subject Access Requests, and feedback and complaints.</p><p><strong>Key tasks include: </strong></p><p>• Manage Estyn’s internal audit programme, including the coordination of audit meetings, reports and progress against recommendations</p><p>• Work with senior managers and central services staff to produce and monitor Estyn’s Annual Plan, and monitor Estyn’s key performance indicators (KPIs) and management indicators (MIs)</p><p>• Manage the Feedback and Complaints process and guidance, co-ordinating timescales and responses and supporting managers</p><p>• Manage Information Governance arrangements including coordinating timescales and responses to Freedom of Information (FOIA) and Subject Access Requests (SAR) and updating or providing initial drafts of policies so the organisation remains compliant</p><p>• Active member and support for the Information and Data Governance Group (IDGG)</p><p>• Management of the translation services contract and the translation process and oversee daily translation requests</p><p>• Manage the Translation budget in accordance with organisational governance arrangements</p><p>• Work with colleagues across the organisation to produce and monitor Estyn’s Environmental Report and Action Plan</p><p>• Produce relevant management reports for groups and committees</p><p>• Keep and maintain an accurate electronic filing system</p><p>• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of policies and adjust to meet evolving organisational needs</p><p>• Provide cover for the Manager of HMCI’s Office during periods of absence and assistance during peaks in workload</p><p>• Attend relevant internal meetings and deputise for the Head of Governance where necessary</p><p>• Line management of Governance team members as required</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>It is essential that you have: </strong></p><p>• Experience or a commitment to develop in the areas of handling complaints and FOIA/SAR requests</p><p>• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills</p><p>• Experience of partnering with colleagues across all levels to support service delivery</p><p>• Experience of managing a varied and high-volume workload and competing priorities to meet deadlines</p><p>• Excellent communication, literacy, numeracy, analytical and presentation skills</p><p>• Can maintain high levels of trust and confidentiality</p><p>• Proficiency in use of Microsoft packages</p><p>• The ability to work through the medium of Welsh</p><br><p>It is desirable that you have experience of drafting policies</p><h4>Languages</h4>Welsh<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £35,787, ESTYN contributes £10,367 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>• Competitive salary and incremental points meaning that you will normally reach the maximum of the pay scale within two/three years of joining us.</p><p>• Generous holiday entitlement – 41 days away from work each year (made up of 31 days of annual leave, plus 10 public/privilege holidays (pro-rated for those who work part-time).</p><p>• Flexible working - We operate a flexi-time system, giving you the freedom to shape your working day in a way that suits you and meets business needs.</p><p>• Support for your wellbeing – We provide an hour of wellbeing time per week (pro-rated) for staff. We also provide an employee assistance programme, free annual health checks, seasonal flu jabs, a free eye care scheme and access to Health Insurance Plans through Civil Service Healthcare.</p><p>• Support for your family life – generous family friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption leave.</p><p>• Tax-free savings – Access to a cycle to work scheme.</p><p>• Special offers and discounts – Access to a range of discounts and exclusive offers through the Civil Service Social Club – Sports and Leisure, the Civil Service Motoring Association, the Civil Service Insurance Society and the Charity for Civil Servants.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><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, Ability and Experience.<p><strong>The selection process includes:</strong></p><p><strong>A sift of applications: </strong>The panel will consider all complete applications. The information you give us in your application is important in deciding whether we will invite you to the next selection stage. Candidates will be assessed at sift on all essential criteria as per the person specification. Desirable criteria will be assessed at sift where there is a strong field of candidates as a second stage after essential criteria have been considered.</p><p><strong>Assessment and Interview:</strong> Candidates invited to assessment and interview will again be assessed on their skills, experience and behaviours in relation to the person specification. The assessment will consist of a range of tasks relevant to the role as set out in the job description. At least one of these tasks will be in Welsh. Full details will be shared when candidates are invited to interview. The interview will consist of a panel interview. This will take place on <strong>15 January </strong>at Estyn’s Office in Cardiff.</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.<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 : Cheryl Davies</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:cheryl.davies@estyn.gov.wales" target="_blank">cheryl.davies@estyn.gov.wales</a></li><li>Telephone : 02920 446336</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@estyn.gov.wales" target="_blank">recruitment@estyn.gov.wales</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://www.estyn.gov.wales/working-us/current-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.estyn.gov.wales/working-us/current-vacancies</a><h4>Share this page</h4><ul><li><a href="#">Print</a>$(document).ready(function(){$('#print_button').show();});</li><li><a href="mailto:?subject=I%20would%20like%20to%20share%20Welsh%20Speaking%20Governance%20Manager%20%28reference%20%3A%20440501%29%20with%20you&amp;body=I%20have%20found%20this%20opportunity%20on%20Civil%20Service%20Jobs%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested.%0D%0A%0D%0ACheck%20it%20out%20by%20clicking%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1980340.%20%0D%0A%0D%0AIf%20you%20are%20interested%20in%20a%20career%20in%20the%20Civil%20Service%20you%20can%20search%20for%20opportunities%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk" target="_blank">Email</a></li><li><a href="https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?view=cm&amp;source=mailto&amp;body=I%20have%20found%20this%20opportunity%20on%20Civil%20Service%20Jobs%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested.%0D%0A%0D%0ACheck%20it%20out%20by%20clicking%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1980340.%20%0D%0A%0D%0AIf%20you%20are%20interested%20in%20a%20career%20in%20the%20Civil%20Service%20you%20can%20search%20for%20opportunities%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk&amp;su=I%20would%20like%20to%20share%20Welsh%20Speaking%20Governance%20Manager%20%28reference%20%3A%20440501%29%20with%20you" target="_blank">Gmail</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1980340" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1980340" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li></ul><a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank"></a><a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank"></a>

Welsh Speaking Governance Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4>We are looking for the brightest and best leaders from all backgrounds to join us in achieving excellence for all learners in Wales. The role of an His Majesty’s Inspector (HMI) is an exciting and varied one that gives you a unique view of education and training in Wales. Our HMI come from a diverse range of leadership backgrounds in education and training. Whatever path your career has taken so far, you will have a strong track record of improvement with experience of innovating at a strategic level. You will also understand the wider education and training landscape and the role that inspection plays as a force for improvement.<h4>Job description</h4>HMI play a vital role in improving education and training by leading inspections, reporting on standards, and sharing best practice. These roles involve travel across Wales, working from home between inspections, and engaging directly with schools, colleges, and training providers. You’ll help ensure that inspection is fair, evidence-based, and focused on learners. It’s a unique opportunity to experience and absorb practice in a large number and variety of providers and other educational settings; their ethos, character and approach to curriculum and innovation. Where providers are struggling, you will develop a keen insight into challenges and how improvements can be made.<h4>Person specification</h4><p>Our HMI come from a diverse range of leadership backgrounds in education and training. Whatever path your career has taken so far, you will have a strong track record of improvement with experience of innovating at a strategic level. You will also understand the wider education and training landscape and the role that inspection plays as a force for improvement.</p><p><strong>You may, for example, be:</strong></p><p>• a senior leader in a secondary school or secondary senior leader in an all-age school</p><p>• a senior leader in a primary school or primary senior leader in an all-age school</p><p>• a director/assistant director of a school improvement service or a school improvement partner</p><p>• a quality manager or leader in a work-based learning apprenticeship provider</p><p>• a vice-principal or director of learning in a further education college</p><p>• a senior leader responsible for Initial Teacher Education provision across a Higher Education Institution partnership</p><p><strong>For this recruitment we are looking for people with a background in:</strong></p><p>• Primary Education, where Welsh language skills are desirable</p><p>• Secondary Education - Two posts are available. Welsh language skills are essential for one of these posts and desirable for the other</p><p>• Post-16/Further education colleges, where Welsh language skills are essential</p><p>• Initial Teacher Education, where Welsh language skills are desirable</p><p>Qualified teacher status (QTS) is an essential requirement for all posts, except Post-16/Further education colleges.</p><h4>Licences</h4>Current driving license<h4>Qualifications</h4>• Degree level qualification or equivalent.<br>• Qualified teacher status (QTS) is an essential requirement for all posts, except Post-16/Further education colleges.<h4>Languages</h4>Some posts are Welsh essential, please see information pack for further details.<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £73,978, ESTYN contributes £21,431 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>At Estyn, you’ll join a collaborative and inclusive organisation that values professional growth and wellbeing.</p><p>Benefits include:</p><p>• Generous holiday entitlement – 41 days away from work each year (made up of 31 days of annual leave, plus 10 public/privilege holidays (pro-rated for those who work part-time).</p><p>• Wellbeing time – Inspectors accrue 6 days off for wellbeing time per year, in addition to holidays (pro-rated for those who work part-time).</p><p>• Support for your wellbeing - We also provide an employee assistance programme, free annual health checks, seasonal flu jabs, a free eye care scheme and access to Health Insurance Plans through Civil Service Healthcare.</p><p>• Excellent pension – access to the Civil Service Pension scheme. We contribute 27.9% of your salary which equates to £21,431 per year.</p><p>• Support for your family life – Generous family friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption leave.</p><p>• Tax-free savings – Access to a cycle to work scheme.</p><p>• Special offers and discounts – Access to a range of discounts and exclusive offers through the Civil Service Social Club</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><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, Ability and Experience.<p>The selection process includes:</p><ul><li><strong>Initial sift of applications:</strong> The panel will consider all complete applications. The information you give us in your application is important in deciding whether we will invite you to the next selection stage.</li><li><strong>Assessment: </strong>You will be asked to complete a series of tasks as part of a work-based written exercise. These tasks will assess the extent of your knowledge and understanding of your selected sector(s). They will also provide an opportunity to demonstrate your capacity for analysis and evaluation, as well as your ability to communicate with clarity and precision. For Welsh essential posts, we will test your communication skills in both Welsh and English during the assessment.</li><li><strong>Short-listing: </strong>The panel will consider the assessment scores and create a short-list to invite to interview.</li><li><strong>Interview:</strong> We use the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles framework</a>. During the interview, you will be asked about your skills and experience and how you meet the criteria for the role (including behaviours). The interview will include a short presentation. For Welsh essential posts, we will test your communication skills in both Welsh and English during the interview.</li></ul><p>Interviews and assessments will be held face to face in our Cardiff office. </p><p>•Closing date: 10:00am Wednesday, 7 January 2026</p><p>•Shortlisting: 12 - 15 January 2026</p><p>•Assessments: 26 - 30 January 2026</p><p>•Interview: 23 - 27 February 2026</p><p>•Anticipated start date: 1 September 2026</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.<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 : People Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@estyn.gov.wales" target="_blank">recruitment@estyn.gov.wales</a></li><li>Telephone : 02920 446336</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@estyn.gov.wales" target="_blank">recruitment@estyn.gov.wales</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://www.estyn.gov.wales/working-us/current-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.estyn.gov.wales/working-us/current-vacancies</a>

His Majesty’s Inspector of Education and Training (HMI)

<h4>Job summary</h4>WFD is looking to for a Practice Lead with significant strategic experience in Governance and Politics to support our Centre of Expertise.<h4>Job description</h4><p>Democratic Governance - FCDO Centre of Expertise</p><p>Democratic governance is facing an historic challenge as autocratic trends undermine the hard-won gains of the 20th century and first decades of the 21st century. Reversing this downward trend in global democracy requires new approaches and more ambitious efforts across Government and around the world. In response to this the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in partnership with WFD has established a Centre of Expertise to serve as an authoritative source of expertise, insightful informational resources, analysis, evidence, and advice on “what works” to respond to these challenges and support democratic governance around the world.</p><p>​<strong>Practice Lead Governance and Politics</strong></p><p><strong>​</strong>The Practice Lead Governance and Politics role offers a chance to learn, develop excellent practice and consolidate a reputation within the sector.</p><p>Reporting to the Head, Centre of Expertise, this role is a core member of WFD's Centre of Expertise’s Expertise and Thought Leadership Unit. This senior position will be expected to operate independently, with the freedom to develop relationships with partners and colleagues within a framework of intellectual and pastoral support.</p><p>Noted areas of responsibility are for:</p><p>Strategically leading in your technical area across the organisation: Support the design and delivery of programming offering intellectual and managerial leadership within the Centre of Expertise, wider organisation and externally.</p><p>Delivering high level technical advice, support and resources for the FCDO: Applying both political and institutional analysis and providing technical governance analysis and corresponding political advice drawing on global lessons.</p><p>Actively contributing to the intellectual output of WFD, showcasing WFD as a source of policy knowledge and programmatic expertise, writing or commissioning selected publications (blogs, articles, reports, manuals). Attending events and building relationships and networks developing WFD’s thinking and practice base.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>​</strong>It is essential your application clearly shows,</p><p>​<em>Technical expertise, deep understanding and working knowledge of the following</em></p><ul><li>Governance evidence, policy, and practice in a range of settings. Established knowledge of core governance concepts and methodologies including Political Economy Analysis (PEA), with informed understanding of political dynamics, interactions, and changes with institutions at global, national, and sub-national/regional settings. Application of both political and institutional analysis to inform policy direction, deliver plans, advice, and programming decisions.</li><li>Political systems, including elite bargains, how to foster more inclusive politics (elections, parliaments, political parties, civil society, and media) while managing the risks.</li><li>Influencing and providing advice, set policy direction, and programme leadership on political governance, and the strengthening of inclusion and accountability, working with HMG and partners.</li><li>Public sector governance at national and local levels. Understanding of evidence on how change happens and its application for partner institutions and sectors. Providing analytical, advisory and programme support to public sector reform processes that deliver improved services for all.</li></ul><p><em>Consistent success in the following areas</em></p><ul><li>Delivering high quality consultative support to international actors in the sector.</li><li>Designing and delivering democracy assistance programmes, including those addressing issues relevant to his/her technical area.</li><li>Applying political economy analysis, thinking and working politically and other development methodologies.</li></ul><p>Occasional overseas travel to support programme implementation and/or oversee activities is required for the position. </p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £60,000, Westminster Foundation for Democracy contributes £17,382 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/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/members/joining-the-civil-service-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>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>Location</strong>: UK-based with the option for <strong>Remote Working</strong>. This role will require occasional travel to HQ in London to fulfil operational requirements.</p><p><strong>Contract</strong>: Fixed-term contract 1 January 2026 to 31 March 2027, with possibility of extension. <strong>Hours</strong>: Full time.</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong>: 4 wellbeing days per calendar year [pro-rata for part-time staff], plus annual leave and public holidays entitlement. Eligible for the Civil Service pension scheme option - employer contribution up to 28.97%.</p><p><strong>Application Submission: </strong>If you want to make a positive difference, and work with people who care about this mission, then we would like to hear from you. Applications are via CV and Cover Letter. <strong>To Apply visit our website <a href="https://www.wfd.org/careers" target="_blank">Careers , Westminster Foundation for Democracy</a><br></strong></p><p><strong>This vacancy will close on 2nd January 2026</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.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@wfd.org" target="_blank">recruitment@wfd.org</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@wfd.org" target="_blank">recruitment@wfd.org</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@wfd.org" target="_blank">recruitment@wfd.org</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="MailTo:recruitment@wfd.org" target="_blank">recruitment@wfd.org</a>

Practice Lead Governance and Politics - Centre of Expertise

<h4>Job summary</h4>We’re looking for an IT manager who brings a calm, thoughtful approach to managing risk, shaping secure systems, and supporting the organisation through meaningful digital change. You’ll combine strong technical insight with a collaborative style, helping colleagues navigate complex issues with clarity and confidence. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys improving systems, strengthening resilience, and building productive relationships across teams and partners.<h4>Job description</h4><p>You will be responsible for ensuring Estyn’s compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements in relation to information security, business continuity, disaster recovery, and technology assurance. They will also oversee change projects, including migration of systems and services to cloud-based platforms, ensuring best practice in cyber security and alignment with government standards such as Cyber Essentials.</p><br><p><strong>Key tasks include:</strong></p><p>• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of Estyn’s IT compliance framework, ensuring alignment with government policies, NCSC guidance, and relevant legislation.</p><p>• Work closely with the Inspection Operations and Quality Assurance Manager to ensure the smooth running of our critical IT systems.</p><p>• Oversee the organisation’s business continuity and disaster recovery planning, ensuring plans are up to date, tested regularly, and effectively communicated to staff.</p><p>• Act as Estyn’s lead for Cyber Essentials compliance, coordinating assessments, remediation activities, and certification.</p><p>• Manage and deliver change projects involving migration of services into the cloud, ensuring security, cost-effectiveness, and minimal disruption to business operations.</p><p>• Lead IT procurement exercises, including specification development, tendering, supplier evaluation, and contract award.</p><p>• Manage Estyn’s IT service desk to ensure the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused service that supports the organisation’s operational and strategic needs.</p><p>• Ensure robust contract and supplier management, providing challenge to proposed solutions, monitoring delivery against agreed KPIs, managing risk, and achieving value for money.</p><p>• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, Welsh Government Digital colleagues, and external suppliers, ensuring shared understanding of risk, compliance obligations, and delivery expectations.</p><p>• Provide assurance and regular reporting to senior leadership and the Audit and Risk Committee on IT risk, compliance, procurement activity, and resilience.</p><p>• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and staff awareness in cyber security, IT resilience, and procurement practice.</p><p>• Line management of the Knowledge &amp; Information Systems Officer</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>It is essential that you have:</strong></p><p>• A proven experience in IT risk management, compliance, or assurance roles within the public or regulated sector.</p><p>• Demonstrable understanding of cyber security standards, including Cyber Essentials and NCSC guidance.</p><p>• Strong experience in business continuity and disaster recovery planning, including testing and evaluation.</p><p>• Track record of delivering IT change projects, including migration to cloud services (e.g., Microsoft 365 and Azure).</p><p>• Strong contract management experience, including supplier performance monitoring, risk management, and ensuring value for money.</p><p>• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate technical and commercial issues clearly to non-technical audiences.</p><p>• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to prioritise and manage complex workloads.</p><p>• Understanding of data protection, GDPR, and information governance best practice.</p><br><p><strong>It is desirable that you have:</strong></p><p>• Professional qualifications relating to IT service management (e.g. ITIL), project management and delivery (e.g. Agile), Cybersecurity and compliance.</p><p>• Ability to work through the medium of Welsh.</p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £45,974, ESTYN contributes £13,318 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>• Competitive salary and incremental points meaning that you will normally reach the maximum of the pay scale within two/three years of joining us.</p><p>• Generous holiday entitlement – 41 days away from work each year (made up of 31 days of annual leave, plus 10 public/privilege holidays (pro-rated for those who work part-time).</p><p>• Flexible working - We operate a flexi-time system, giving you the freedom to shape your working day in a way that suits you and meets business needs.</p><p>• Support for your wellbeing – We provide an hour of wellbeing time per week (pro-rated) for staff. We also provide an employee assistance programme, free annual health checks, seasonal flu jabs, a free eye care scheme and access to Health Insurance Plans through Civil Service Healthcare.</p><p>• Support for your family life – generous family friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption leave.</p><p>• Tax-free savings – Access to a cycle to work scheme.</p><p>• Special offers and discounts – Access to a range of discounts and exclusive offers through the Civil Service Social Club – Sports and Leisure, the Civil Service Motoring Association, the Civil Service Insurance Society and the Charity for Civil Servants.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><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, Ability and Experience.<p><strong>The selection process includes:</strong></p><p>• <strong>A sift of applications:</strong> The panel will consider all complete applications. The information you give us in your application is important in deciding whether we will invite you to the next selection stage. Candidates will be assessed at sift on all essential criteria as per the person specification. Desirable criteria will be assessed at sift where there is a strong field of candidates as a second stage after essential criteria have been considered.</p><p>• <strong>Assessment and Interview: </strong>Candidates invited to assessment and interview will again be assessed on their skills, experience and behaviours in relation to the person specification. The assessment will include a facilitated discussion with non-technical colleagues which is designed to assess how well candidates can communicate technical information to non-technical audience. Candidates will also be expected to deliver a presentation at the beginning of the panel interview. Full details will be shared when candidates are invited to interview. Assessments and interviews will take place on 16 Januaryat Estyn’s office in Cardiff.</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.<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 : Rhidian Dafydd</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:rhidian.dafydd@estyn.gov.wales" target="_blank">rhidian.dafydd@estyn.gov.wales</a></li><li>Telephone : 02920 446336</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@estyn.gov.wales" target="_blank">recruitment@estyn.gov.wales</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://www.estyn.gov.wales/working-us/current-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.estyn.gov.wales/working-us/current-vacancies</a><h4>Share this page</h4><ul><li><a href="#">Print</a>$(document).ready(function(){$('#print_button').show();});</li><li><a href="mailto:?subject=I%20would%20like%20to%20share%20IT%20Manager%20%28reference%20%3A%20440502%29%20with%20you&amp;body=I%20have%20found%20this%20opportunity%20on%20Civil%20Service%20Jobs%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested.%0D%0A%0D%0ACheck%20it%20out%20by%20clicking%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1980342.%20%0D%0A%0D%0AIf%20you%20are%20interested%20in%20a%20career%20in%20the%20Civil%20Service%20you%20can%20search%20for%20opportunities%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk" target="_blank">Email</a></li><li><a href="https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?view=cm&amp;source=mailto&amp;body=I%20have%20found%20this%20opportunity%20on%20Civil%20Service%20Jobs%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested.%0D%0A%0D%0ACheck%20it%20out%20by%20clicking%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1980342.%20%0D%0A%0D%0AIf%20you%20are%20interested%20in%20a%20career%20in%20the%20Civil%20Service%20you%20can%20search%20for%20opportunities%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk&amp;su=I%20would%20like%20to%20share%20IT%20Manager%20%28reference%20%3A%20440502%29%20with%20you" target="_blank">Gmail</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1980342" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1980342" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li></ul><a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank"></a><a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank"></a>

IT Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>About the team</strong></p><p>Scottish Forestry is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government responsible for forestry policy regulatory and support functions.</p><p>The Corporate Affairs and Communications Branch is split into two teams. The Corporate Affairs team covers Ministerial liaison, Parliamentary business, Freedom of Information requests corporate correspondence, corporate governance. The team also services the key management boards. The Communications team handles internal and external communications, media, social media, strategic communications, brand, publications, Gaelic Language Plan and the website. As both teams are relatively small therefore there is a lot of interaction across work areas.</p><p>The role involves working with colleagues across Scotland and supports Ministers on forestry publicity visits, therefore some travel will be required. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>What you will do</strong></p><p>Scottish Forestry is at the heart of protecting, expanding and promoting Scotland’s forests and woodlands. We’re looking for an experienced professional to lead our external media relations activities and social media platforms - ensuring our vital work is clearly understood by the public, stakeholders, and government.</p><p>As part of a small, friendly, and collaborative team, you’ll take a leadership role on external media activity across the agency, providing expert advice to colleagues at every level, from local office staff, to policy advisers and the Executive Team. You will also act on behalf of Scottish Government Ministers on forestry issues and work closely with their media teams and Special Advisors when necessary. <br><br>You’ll handle high-profile and sometimes sensitive media issues, develop proactive media responses and strategies, whilst helping to develop the narrative on Scottish Forestry’s priority work in delivering woodland creation, biodiversity and economic policies.</p><p>If you’re an experienced media communicator with sound news judgment, political awareness and a passion for Scotland’s environment, this is your opportunity to make a real impact, supporting sustainable forestry and helping tell one of Scotland’s most important environmental stories.</p><p><strong>Main Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Be the senior lead contact for all external media relations advice and expertise to Scottish Forestry staff at all levels, delivering experienced media handling strategies to maximise impact and ensure best outcomes for corporate reputation.</li><li>Lead on providing strategic and tactical media communications advice to Ministers, Special Advisors and Scottish Government colleagues on forestry issues.</li><li>Take a proactive role in working with Head of Corporate Affairs &amp; Communications and Head of Corporate Communications in developing and implementing the media relations aspects of the agency’s communications strategy, with particular focus on woodland creation comms.</li><li>Draft media releases and responses to enquiries.</li><li>Take a proactive approach to media relations, identifying opportunities to publicise and correct any factual inaccuracies if appropriate. Advise senior management teams and Conservators of media issues and advise on action needed.</li><li>Draft news releases, articles and respond to media enquiries in liaison with a range of staff, senior managers, and Special Advisors.</li><li>Work closely with the range of external stakeholder PR contacts, key Scottish Govt comms teams, Special Advisors, and the media, to ensure consistency of message. Clear all media strategies and ensure Scottish Forestry’s communication objectives are followed.</li><li>Lead on the management, service delivery and budgeting to ensure that the necessary software packages and media monitoring services are in place for Scottish Forestry so that the agency is self-reliant on its ability to communication with the media effectively and alert staff to notable coverage.</li><li>Manage and deliver attractive and on message content for all Scottish Forestry’s social media channels, and report on engagement.</li><li>Work with the wider communications team to share and generate content so that news items can be used in a variety of platforms and channels.</li><li>Line management may form part of the role.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Experience </strong></p><p><em>Essential: </em></p><ul><li>Proven in-depth experience at a strategic level working in Government or public sector media relations.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across teams, especially at a senior level.</li><li>A strong and proven ability to think strategically whilst also deliver media relations outputs.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision to tight deadlines.</li><li>Ability to write clear, concise and targeted copy, for news releases, speeches and other editorial content.</li><li>Ability to write media communications strategy and handling plans at a senior level.</li><li>Proven experience in issues management, including timely response and advice to senior leadership.</li><li>A strong track record of dealing with media – newspapers, digital and broadcast platforms – able to demonstrate contacts or ability to form networks.</li></ul><p><em>Desirable:</em></p><ul><li>Experience of developing relationships with senior external stakeholders’ PR contacts and commissioning photographers.</li><li>Experience in developing attractive content for a range of social media platforms, setting out a social media strategy and delivering at pace.</li><li>Experience with working in a team, contributing constructively to the shared outcomes.</li><li>Experience of budgeting and working with external suppliers and their software systems for media monitoring and news distribution.</li><li>Presenting media reports for senior management teams on media coverage and strategy.</li></ul><p><strong>Technical</strong></p><p><em>Essential:</em></p><ul><li>Degree level or equivalent qualification, or professional and/or academic qualifications in journalism, media, communications or public relations.</li></ul><p><em>Desirable:</em></p><ul><li>Working knowledge of website platform systems for inputting news content and blogs.</li><li>Microsoft operating systems</li><li>A clear understanding of Civil Service / public sector regulations.</li></ul><p><strong>Behaviours</strong></p><p><strong>Behaviour 1 and Lead Criteria: </strong> Seeing the Big Picture</p><p><strong>Behaviour 2: </strong> Communicating and Influencing</p><p><strong>Behaviour 3</strong>: Delivering at Pace</p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £51,977, Scottish Forestry contributes £15,057 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%<h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Selection process details</h4>Complete the application form on the Scottish Forestry Website.<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>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 : Scottish Forestry HR Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:sfrecruitment@forestry.gov.scot" target="_blank">sfrecruitment@forestry.gov.scot</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:sfrecruitment@forestry.gov.scot" target="_blank">sfrecruitment@forestry.gov.scot</a></li></ul>

Senior Media Manager (Scottish Forestry)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>About the Electoral Commission </strong></p><p>The Electoral Commission is the UK’s independent body overseeing elections and regulating political finance. Everything we do is about ensuring trust, participation, and integrity in the democratic process. </p><p>As we enter a bold new chapter under our five-year Corporate Plan, we are increasing our workforce and transforming how we plan and deliver core services. This post plays a central role in that journey. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>About the role </strong></p><p>We are currently seeking a number of full time, or equivalent, lawyers to join the Commission’s Legal Team. </p><p>As a UK-wide organisation, we welcome applications from lawyers qualified in any of the jurisdictions in the UK (England &amp; Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland) to join our Legal Team. </p><p>For this recruitment round we are particularly keen to encourage applications from lawyers based in Scotland, but applications from across the UK will be equally considered and the ultimate appointments will be based on merit. </p><p>As a statutory body, the Commission relies on its Legal Team for high quality legal advice to advance its objectives and ensure it exercises its functions lawfully. </p><p>You will provide high quality legal advice and assistance to the Commission including: </p><ul><li>advising on electoral law including during major political events such as UK Parliamentary General Elections, local elections, PCC elections, mayoral elections, referendums and elections for the devolved parliaments, </li></ul><ul><li>advising on regulatory decisions and enforcement action affecting political parties and campaigners, </li></ul><ul><li>working on proposed legislation and the implementation of new legislation, and </li></ul><ul><li>advising on the Commission’s wider legal obligations as a public body. </li></ul><p>Since the Commission operates in a niche area, we do not require or expect candidates to have experience of electoral law but experience of advisory work, statutory interpretation and public and administrative law will be essential. </p><p>You will be supported by one of the Senior Lawyers and receive training in role. </p><p><strong>bout the team </strong></p><p>You’ll be joining the Legal Team, part of the Devolution and Law directorate. </p><p>The team is currently comprised of a Head of Legal, a Legal Management Team of Senior Lawyers, Lawyers and a Legal Officer, under the Commission’s General Counsel. </p><p>We are a collaborative, supportive and solutions focused team that works closely with colleagues across the Commission. </p><p>We pride ourselves on being approachable, responsive and innovative in the way we provide legal advice. Our work is high-profile and varied with electoral reform, the regulation of parties and candidates, and devolution all being hot topics across the whole of the UK. The work is interesting, intellectually challenging, and varied. </p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Who we’re looking for </strong></p><p>To be successful in this role, you will need to: </p><ul><li>be fully entitled to practice in England &amp; Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland under the rules of the relevant national Law Society, Bar Council or Faculty of Advocates. This includes those dual qualified to also practice in any of the above jurisdictions. </li></ul><ul><li>have experience of advisory work, statutory interpretation and administrative and public law. </li></ul><ul><li>have strong legal analytical skills, a sound public law knowledge base and the ability confidently and effectively to interpret and apply new and complex legislation. </li></ul><p>For a full list of competencies, please refer to the job description and person specification. </p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £59,971, The Electoral Commission contributes £17,373 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/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>Why work for us? </strong></p><p>This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to democracy in the UK by providing high quality legal advice to the Commission. You’ll gain exposure to high profile stakeholders, play a key role during major electoral events, and develop expertise in electoral law. </p><p>We offer a strong total reward package, including: </p><ul><li>Flexible working and hybrid model (40% office minimum) </li></ul><ul><li>28 rising to 30 days annual leave + bank holidays </li></ul><ul><li>Civil Service pension scheme (28.97% employer contribution) </li></ul><ul><li>Study support for professional qualifications </li></ul><ul><li>Ongoing learning and development opportunities </li></ul><ul><li>Ride2Work, eye care vouchers and more </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><p><strong>How to apply </strong></p><p>We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. To help reduce unconscious bias and ensure all applicants are assessed solely on their skills, knowledge and experience, we use an anonymous recruitment process. </p><p>When applying, please <strong>provide an anonymised CV</strong>which omits your protected characteristics and any personally identifiable information: </p><p><strong>Do not include:</strong></p><ul><li>Your name, address, phone number, email or other contact details </li></ul><ul><li>Your date of birth or age </li></ul><ul><li>Gender, ethnicity, nationality or other personal identifiers </li></ul><ul><li>A photo of yourself </li></ul><ul><li>Remove educational dates as these are a clear indication of your age </li></ul><ul><li>There is no requirement to include your primary education details. </li></ul><p><strong>Do include:</strong></p><ul><li>Your employment history including employers and dates of employment </li></ul><ul><li>Explanation for gaps in your history </li></ul><ul><li>Your duties, responsibilities and achievements </li></ul><p><strong>If your CV contains personal details (such as your name or contact information), we will be unable to consider your application. Please double-check your documents before submitting, including the file name you use to save and upload your CV.</strong></p><p><strong>Supporting disabled applicants </strong></p><p>The Electoral Commission is proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. As part of our commitment, we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. If you have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria listed in the job description, you will be offered an interview. </p><p>To be considered under this scheme, please indicate this when you apply. We also welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace. </p><p><strong>Key dates </strong></p><ul><li>Application deadline: <strong>18 January 2026</strong> (23:59) </li></ul><ul><li>Interviews: Week commencing <strong>2 February 2026</strong></li></ul><p>Interviews will be conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams. </p><p>Shortlisted candidates will also be asked to undertake a written assessment. </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>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>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 : Talent Acquisition Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Raising a Concern About the Recruitment Process<br><br>At the Electoral Commission, we are committed to delivering fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment. Our recruitment practices are guided by Civil Service values and comply with the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant legislation.<br><br>If you have concerns about the way a recruitment process has been conducted, we encourage you to raise them with us.<br><br>How to Make a Complaint<br><br>If you are dissatisfied with any aspect of our recruitment process, you can contact us directly by email:<br><br><a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a><br><br>Please include the following information:<br><br>The job title or reference number<br><br>A clear explanation of your concern<br><br>Any relevant supporting information<br><br>Your preferred contact details<br><br>We aim to respond to all complaints within two working days.<br><br>Our Commitment<br><br>All complaints are treated seriously and in confidence. They are handled in line with our Recruitment Policy and the relevant provisions of the Equality Act 2010, Employment Rights Act 1996, and the Data Protection Act 2018.<br><br>If you require this information in an alternative format, or need additional support, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@electoralcommission.org.uk</a>.<br><br><a href="https://ce1002li.webitrent.com/ce1002li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=933737003x" target="_blank">https://ce1002li.webitrent.com/ce1002li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=933737003x</a>

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<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Role: </strong>SIS Technical Trainer</p><p><strong>Business: </strong>Office of Public Guardian (OPG)</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Nottingham (occasional travel to the Birmingham office)</p><p><strong>Grade: </strong>EO – Executive Officer</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>National: £29,303-£31,061</p><p><strong>Contract Type: </strong>Permanent</p><p><strong>Minimum Hours:</strong> 37hrs full time per week, minimum part time hours 29hrs</p><p><strong>Organisational Overview</strong></p><p>The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) protects people in England and Wales who may not have the mental capacity to make certain decisions for themselves, such as about their health and finance. We are an Executive Agency of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), set up in 2007 following the introduction of the Mental Capacity Act of 2005. </p><p>OPG is responsible for registering lasting powers of attorney (LPA) and enduring powers of attorney (EPA) and supervising deputies who are appointed by the Court of Protection. </p><p>OPG is a fantastic place to work offering a range of development opportunities. The OPG is a disability confident employer and is committed to developing a supportive and inclusive environment that reflects the diverse community we serve. </p><p>OPG is currently delivering an ambitious transformation programme. This will change the way we provide services and help us meet the growing needs of our users, partners and our stakeholders. It will make sure our users experience a better level of support and will help us to respond to the changing needs of society. Transformation will ensure we can better support adults at risk and create high-quality services that are accessible and affordable. </p><p><strong>Team Overview</strong></p><p>This role involves developing and delivering training for staff in the Supervision and Investigations (SIS) business unit. At times the role will also include working with teams across SIS and beyond, plus analysis of quality performance information to inform and prepare training and management reports. </p><p>The successful candidate will be part of a team with technical trainers, guidance and complaints officers who are part of and support colleagues across SIS. </p><p>The role will be based at our Nottingham office, with travel to the Birmingham office to deliver face-to-face training when needed. </p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>This role involves designing and delivering training for new and existing staff in the Investigations team in SIS. The training you deliver will support the delivery of an excellent service and support business change. You will work collaboratively with the SIS teams and other internal OPG teams to ensure the training you design, and deliver is of the highest quality. </p><p>The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to tailor presentations and materials to meet different learners’ needs and experiences. </p><p><strong>Key Accountabilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Create high-quality, engaging training materials aligned to learning objectives and tailoring learning to individual learning styles.</li><li>Confidently deliver group and one-to-one training to staff, demonstrating subject matter expertise.</li><li>Work with the SIS teams to identify common problems that affect service and areas where additional training may be needed.</li><li>Liaise with colleagues to ensure training requirements are scheduled regularly, accounting for changes in work areas and business demands.</li><li>Adapt to different learning needs, ensuring trainees are understanding and performing to expected standard, altering approach, if necessary, to support trainees’ needs.</li><li>Provide support to and mentor staff during training and consolidation.</li><li>Coordinate the Learning and Development coordinators and Buddying groups.</li><li>Demonstrate organisational skills - planning long term training and support whilst managing the demands of ad hoc training.</li><li>Have excellent communication skills - liaising with line managers/L&amp;D/other teams, ensuring knowledge of working practices and processes remains up to date, which could include working on live investigations work.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues and wider OPG staff to meet customer service standards and key performance ambitions.</li><li>Identifying areas for improvement or changes needed in the operational technical guidance available to SIS staff.</li></ul><p>This is an overview of the role and is not exhaustive. OPG reserves the right to assign other duties commensurate with the Executive Officer grade as required. </p><p><strong>Agreed Expectations</strong></p><p>The successful candidate will be offered hybrid working in line with current CS requirements. There may be occasional travel to the Birmingham office. All New Starter training is delivered face-to-face, but trainers may work from home when not delivering training </p><p><strong>Hybrid Working</strong></p><p>In OPG’s LPA Investigations team we offer hybrid working. This is subject to business needs and satisfactory performance and it’s a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement while your office will be your contractual place of work. Hybrid working is available pro rata for part time staff. </p><p>All new starters in team are required to attend the office full time (37 hours per week) during the first 4 weeks of technical training. Following those initial weeks, you are expected to continue your training and consolidation in the office but any agreements for part time working can commence. </p><p>We require part time staff to commit to at least 23 working hours per week as a minimum. </p><p><strong>Skills &amp; Qualifications</strong></p><p><strong>Essential Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Experience of writing training materials and delivering high quality training. (Lead)</li><li>Ability to create and deliver presentations confidently. (Lead)</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (Lead)</li><li>Ability to lead and motivate a group virtually and face to face.</li><li>Ability to build a positive relationship with team leaders and colleagues.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, producing high quality work.</li><li>Proficient in standard Microsoft Office packages including Word, Teams, PowerPoint and Excel</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Lasting Power of Attorney/Enduring Power of Attorney Investigations knowledge and experience</li><li>Lasting Power Attorney process knowledge.</li><li>Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and Code of Practice</li></ul><p><strong>Application process</strong></p><p>This recruitment will follow the Civil Service Success Profile process. Candidates will be expected to provide a Personal Statement of Suitability of no more than 1000 words in support of your application based on essential and desirable skills.</p><p><strong>In the event of a high number of applications, the lead criterion will be:-</strong></p><ul><li>Experience of writing training materials and delivering high quality training.</li><li>Ability to create and deliver presentations confidently.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li></ul><p><strong>Interview Process</strong></p><p>Successful candidates at the sift will be invited to an interview which will use the Civil Service Success Profiles. At interview, candidates should expect questions on:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Developing Self and Others and</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Strengths relevant to the role</li></ul><p><strong>All interviews will be held remotely via MS Teams.</strong></p><p>There will be a merit list kept for 12 months for unsuccessful candidates that have passed the interview. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview. </p><p><strong>Reasonable Adjustments</strong></p><p>At OPG we consider all applications on the basis of merit and want you to feel able to demonstrate your full potential whatever type of assessment is used. If you require any reasonable adjustments for any aspect of the selection process, do not hesitate to get in contact with us. </p><p>As a Disability Confident organisation, we will offer a guaranteed interview to candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria for this role. If you are applying for a role within OPG and would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please indicate this in your application and let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the selection process. </p><p><strong>For further information on benefits of working for OPG, such as our Flexible Working Policy and a FAQ, please check the candidate information pack attached to this advert.</strong></p><p><strong>If your application for this role is unsuccessful, we may offer you an alternative role at the same or lower grade should one be available.</strong></p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Developing Self and Others</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £29,303, Office of the Public Guardian contributes £8,489 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></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, Strengths and Experience.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><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 : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5358</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/12728?entityId=12728" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/12728?entityId=12728</a>

SIS Technical Trainer (Ref: 12728)

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Role: </strong>Estates Lead and Strategy Support Manager<br><br><strong>Business: </strong>Office of Public Guardian (OPG)<br><br><strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham or Nottingham<br><br><strong>Grade: </strong>SEO <br><strong><br>Salary: </strong> £42,914 - £46,182<br><br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong><br>Minimum Hours: </strong>16 hours is the minimum requirement for part time<br><br><strong>Organisational Overview </strong><br><br>The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) protects people in England and Wales who may not have the mental capacity to make certain decisions for themselves, such as about their health and finance. We are an Executive Agency of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), set up in 2007 following the introduction of the Mental Capacity Act of 2005.<br><br>OPG is responsible for registering lasting powers of attorney (LPA) and enduring powers of attorney (EPA) and supervising deputies who are appointed by the Court of Protection.<br><br>OPG is a fantastic place to work offering a range of development opportunities. The OPG is a disability confident employer and is committed to developing a supportive and inclusive environment that reflects the diverse community we serve.<br><br>OPG is currently delivering an ambitious transformation programme. This will change the way we provide services and help us meet the growing needs of our users, partners and our stakeholders. It will make sure our users experience a better level of support and will help us to respond to the changing needs of society. Transformation will ensure we can better support adults at risk and create high-quality services that are accessible and affordable.<br><br><strong>Team Overview </strong><br><br>The OPG Estates and Health &amp; Safety function sits within the Strategy and Central Services Directorate and has two separate teams present at both Embankment House in Nottingham and Victoria Square House in Birmingham. <br>The teams ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our estates on a day-to-day basis. We manage contractors and suppliers to deliver essential facilities services such as workplace maintenance, property and leasehold, cleaning, and facilities management. We also provide physical security services, managing pass access and overseeing and responding to physical security incidents. Many of these services are business critical and we cannot safely open our offices without them.<br>We are also responsible for ensuring organisational compliance with health and safety regulations, supporting staff to undertake Display Screen Assessments, and monitoring and responding to health &amp; safety incidents in the office. <br><br><strong>Duties and Responsibilities </strong><br><br>This is a challenging and fast-paced post, which will have responsibility for managing our teams at Embankment House and Victoria Square House and ensuring efficient delivery of our Estates &amp; H&amp;S services.<br>The job holder will be required to undertake the following duties and responsibilities:<br>• Oversight of the Facilities and H&amp;S teams and direct line management of up to three staff, coaching and mentoring them and ensuring that staff are valued and supported to deliver their best at work.<br>• Be a visible leader, providing specialist advice in terms of health and safety and facilities to senior management and staff across the business when required. <br>• Responsibility for the delivery of BAU Facilities and H&amp;S services, ensuring that our offices remain operational and safe for staff use.<br>• Support the Head of Estates with the wider strategic Estates workstreams which will include development the Future OPG Estates Strategy.<br>• Support the Head of Estates with delivery of OPG’s 2029 estates move, contributing towards effective planning to ensure the right accommodation is found for OPG. <br>• Work closely with wider OPG stakeholders to respond to emerging requirements and challenges relating to Facilities and Health &amp; Safety in a timely manner.<br>• Proactively contribute to wider improvement initiatives across OPG such as change initiatives, diversity and inclusion and other programmes.<br><br><strong>Agreed Expectations </strong><br><br>The successful candidate will be expected to work from their base location on a daily basis in line with current Civil Service requirements, outside of any reasonable adjustments.<br><br>The successful candidate will also be expected to travel between Birmingham and Nottingham regularly. <br><br><strong>Skills &amp; Qualifications<br><br>Essential Skills</strong><br><br>• Experience in facilities management <strong>(Lead Criteria at Sift)</strong><br>• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to build and oversee diverse and inclusive teams.<br>• Experience of health and safety principles <br>• Good communication planning and organisational skills<br>• IOSH / NEBOSH qualified (or willing to work towards) or IWFM qualified (level 3) (or willing to work towards) <br>• Experience of developing close beneficial relationships with stakeholders and customers to understand and manage their needs and expectations.<br><br><strong>Desirable Skills</strong><br><br>• Project Management skills <br>• Membership of IWFM</p><strong>Application process</strong>This recruitment will follow the Civil Service Success Profile process. Candidates will be expected to provide a Personal Statement of Suitability of no more than 750 words in support of your application based on essential.<strong>In the event of a high number of applications, the lead criteria will be Experience in facilities management </strong><strong>Interview Process</strong>If you are successful at sift, you will be invited to an interview which will use the Civil Service Success Profiles. At interview, candidates should expect questions on:<p>• Strengths relevant to the role<br>• The following Behaviours at Level 3: </p><ul><li>Leadership (Lead criteria at Interview)</li><li>Communicating and Influencing </li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><p><strong>Please note:</strong> ‘Leadership Behaviour” has been marked as a lead behaviour at Interview stage, and we reserve right to score this as a priority if the number of candidates is high.<br><br><strong>All interviews will be held remotely via MS Teams.</strong></p>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.<p><br><strong>Reasonable Adjustments</strong><br><br>At OPG we consider all applications on the basis of merit and want you to feel able to demonstrate your full potential whatever type of assessment is used. If you require any reasonable adjustments for any aspect of the selection process, do not hesitate to get in contact with us.<br><br>As a Disability Confident organisation, we will offer a guaranteed interview to candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria for this role. If you are applying for a role within OPG and would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please indicate this in your application and let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the selection process. <br><br><strong>For further information on benefits of working for OPG, such as our Flexible Working Policy and a FAQ, please check the candidate information pack attached to this advert.<br><br>If your application for this role is unsuccessful, we may offer you an alternative role at the same or lower grade should one be available. </strong></p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £42,914, Office of the Public Guardian contributes £12,432 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></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, Strengths and Experience.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><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>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 : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/12766?entityId=12766" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/12766?entityId=12766</a>

Estates Lead and Strategy Support Manager (Ref: 12766)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Scottish Forestry is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government responsible for forestry policy regulatory and support functions.</p><p>The Finance and Business Support Team (FBS) is split into two teams Business Support and Finance. The Finance team is responsible for inputting invoices into the finance system, providing key financial information to the organisation, budget monitoring, procurement and finance systems. As both teams are relatively small there is some cross overs of roles within the teams.</p><p>The Finance Business Partner will report directly to the Director of Finance. The post holder will provide professional accounting, budgeting and financial stewardship advice to Senior Management and Directorates across Scottish Forestry. They will also support engagement with Finance colleagues in Scottish Government, including spending review input and general budget management reporting.</p><p>Currently the Finance and Business Support team operate a hybrid working pattern with a requirement to attend Saughton House for key meetings and collaborate with others. The role involves working with colleagues across Scotland, so there may be some travel required.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The role of Finance Business Partner will provide leadership support and specialist expertise to the Agency’s Finance and Business Support Team and be responsible for driving improvements in the provision of services to stakeholders, reporting processes and the working environment.</p><p>The post holder will be responsible for providing strategic financial guidance and analysis to drive business performance and contribute to the overall success of our organisation. As a Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with various departments to ensure alignment of financial goals, support decision-making processes, and enhance the financial acumen of stakeholders.</p><p>The post holder is also there to support the Director of Finance and Senior Finance Manager, advising them of areas of concern and risk.</p><p></p><p><strong>Main Duties</strong></p><p>You will have specific responsibility for:</p><p><strong>Financial Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Actively contribute to the development of the Agency’s annual budget setting process.</li><li>Develop and prepare cost centre budgets aligned to the approved annual strategic budget.</li><li>Provide professional accounting, budgeting, and financial stewardship advice to senior managers, improving financial awareness and overviewing the robustness of financial controls.</li><li>Work with colleagues to develop awareness of drivers of financial performance, supporting the achievement of objectives within available resources.</li><li>Assess projections of future income and expenditure, ensuring regular updates to financial plans to support corporate and Scottish Government budgeting.</li><li>Provide finance expertise and guidance for organisational projects as and when required e.g. Estates relocation projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership and Management</strong></p><ul><li>Responsible for delivering an effective, efficient and value-added service, building trust and strong professional reputation for the function.</li><li>Collaborate with Senior Managers and Heads of Functions to manage resources effectively and provide financial advice and guidance.</li><li>Deputise for the Finance Director as and when required.</li></ul><p><strong>Liaison with External Bodies</strong></p><ul><li>Liaise with contacts in Scottish Government, particularly the SG Finance Business Partner, to help facilitate alignment with SG finance policy and reporting and to ensure that we are compliant with the Agency Framework document.</li><li>Liaise with audit bodies (SGIAD and Grant Thornton) to review and advise on ad hoc projects.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>Experience </p><p><em>Essential: </em></p><p></p><ul><li>Proven experience in delivering budgets, managing forecasting cycles, and conducting month-end reporting.</li><li>Previous experience of managing change and continuous improvement.</li><li>Previous experience of successfully developing capabilities in other finance professionals.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across teams.</li><li>Experience of developing relationships with senior stakeholders</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage personal workload and deliver results with minimal supervision.</li><li>Track record of improving forecasting processes and financial reporting.</li><li>Experience with working in a team and of contributing constructively to the shared outcomes of the team.</li></ul><p><em>Desirable:</em></p><ul><li>Public sector experience.</li><li>Experience in engaging with internal and external audit processes.</li></ul><p>Technical</p><p><em>Essential:</em></p><ul><li>Full membership of one of the major accountancy professional bodies: ICAEW, ICAS, ICAI, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA.</li><li>Knowledge of financial regulation, systems, process and legislative requirements, including HMRC.</li></ul><p><em>Desirable:</em></p><ul><li>Understanding of Civil Service financial regulations.</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Behaviours</strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Behaviour 1 and Lead Criteria: </strong> Seeing the Big Picture</p><p><strong>Behaviour 2: </strong> Communicating and Influencing</p><p><strong>Behaviour 3</strong>: Delivering at Pace</p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £51,977, Scottish Forestry contributes £15,057 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><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>Complete the online application form on the Scottish Forestry Website.<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>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:sfrecruitment@forestry.gov.scot" target="_blank">sfrecruitment@forestry.gov.scot</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:sfrecruitment@forestry.gov.scot" target="_blank">sfrecruitment@forestry.gov.scot</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:sfrecruitment@forestry.gov.scot" target="_blank">sfrecruitment@forestry.gov.scot</a></li></ul>

Finance Business Partner (Scottish Forestry)

<h4>Job summary</h4>We’re looking for an analytical leader who enjoys turning complex data into meaningful insight that supports better decisions across Estyn. You’ll bring strong technical capability, a careful and methodical approach to data quality, and a collaborative mindset that helps others understand and use evidence with confidence. This role is ideal for someone who values clarity, rigour, and innovation, particularly in how data is managed, analysed, and communicated. If you’re motivated by public service and keen to shape high-quality statistical work that has real impact, we’d be pleased to hear from you.<h4>Job description</h4><p>You will lead Estyn’s statistical function, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, timely, and insightful data analysis that supports strategic objectives and inspection programmes. You will oversee the collection, analysis, and presentation of data through tools such as SQL and Power BI, ensuring outputs are robust, accessible, and aligned with the needs of internal and external stakeholders. You will provide trusted statistical evidence that informs our decision-making, enhances the impact of research and inspection work, and drives continuous improvement in analytical practice across the organisation.</p><br><p><strong>Key tasks include:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead on data extraction, transformation, and quality assurance processes using SQL and other analytical coding techniques.</li><li>Work proactively with the Welsh Government, Medr and other data suppliers and users to identify and access relevant datasets, ensuring ethical use and compliance with governance standards.</li><li>Collaborate with the Senior Research Officer to ensure statistical evidence complements qualitative findings and supports mixed-methods studies.</li><li>Promote and embed robust data management practices across the team.</li><li>Lead complex statistical analysis to meet stakeholder needs, applying appropriate methods and coding practices in SQL where necessary.</li><li>Develop reproducible and transparent analytical processes with strong quality assurance and version control.</li><li>Evaluate opportunities to use AI and machine learning techniques to improve efficiency and insight within statistical production.</li><li>Design and deliver interactive dashboards and data visualisations using Power BI, and other tools where appropriate, to communicate insights effectively.</li><li>Present analysis in clear and engaging ways, tailoring outputs to diverse audiences and maximising impact.</li><li>Provide expert advice on statistical interpretation to stakeholders, ensuring outputs inform decision-making.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Welsh Government, inspection staff, and other partners, ensuring analytical work is user-driven and aligned to policy priorities.</li><li>Translate complex analytical requirements into tangible projects that meet stakeholder needs in a timely manner.</li><li>Proactively seek feedback to ensure outputs remain relevant and accessible.</li><li>Line manage and mentor junior statisticians, fostering a culture of professional development and high analytical standards.</li><li>Champion innovation in statistical methods, visualisation, and dissemination, including exploring the role of AI in supporting Estyn’s work.</li><li>Contribute to the wider Government Statistical Service (GSS) and Analysis Function community, sharing best practice and learning.</li><li>Manage and monitor allocated budgets, ensuring effective financial control, transparency, and value for money in the use of public funds. Contribute to financial planning and provide assurance that resources are deployed efficiently to achieve organisational priorities.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p></p><p><strong>It is essential that you have: </strong></p><ul><li>Strong experience in SQL for data manipulation, extraction, and transformation</li><li>Knowledge of data ethics, GDPR, and secure handling of sensitive data</li><li>Proven track record of delivering interactive dashboards and visualisations in Power BI</li><li>Experience of applying a wide range of statistical techniques and coding practices to deliver reproducible, high-quality analysis</li><li>Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate analytical requirements into clear, actionable outputs</li><li>Proven ability to communicate complex statistical concepts clearly and accessibly to non-technical audiences</li><li>Awareness of AI and machine learning techniques, and an understanding of their potential application to improve analytical processes</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills</li><li>An undergraduate degree in a numerate discipline (e.g. statistics, mathematics, economics, social science with statistics, or data science).</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>It is desirable that you have: </strong></p><ul><li>Experience of working with large administrative datasets and/or education-related data within the public sector.</li><li>Familiarity with statistical programming languages.</li><li>Ability to work through the medium of Welsh.</li></ul><p>The <a href="https://analysisfunction.civilservice.gov.uk/policy-store/competency-framework-for-the-government-statistician-group-gsg/" target="_blank">Competency framework for the Government Statistician Group (GSG)</a> defines the standards of professional expertise (technical skills and using and promoting social research) required for Statistical Officers. Further information and example of these behaviours are detailed in the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles/success-profiles-civil-service-behaviours#higher-executive-officer-heo-and-senior-executive-officer-seo-grades-or-equivalent" target="_blank">Success Profiles - Civil Service Behaviours</a> at Grade SEO. </p><h4>Qualifications</h4>An undergraduate degree in a numerate discipline (e.g. statistics, mathematics, economics, social science with statistics, or data science).<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £45,974, ESTYN contributes £13,318 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Competitive salary and incremental points meaning that you will normally reach the maximum of the pay scale within two/three years of joining us.</li><li>Generous holiday entitlement – 41 days away from work each year (made up of 31 days of annual leave, plus 10 public/privilege holidays (pro-rated for those who work part-time).</li><li>Flexible working - We operate a flexi-time system, giving you the freedom to shape your working day in a way that suits you and meets business needs.</li><li>Support for your wellbeing – We provide an hour of wellbeing time per week (pro-rated) for staff. We also provide an employee assistance programme, free annual health checks, seasonal flu jabs, a free eye care scheme and access to Health Insurance Plans through Civil Service Healthcare.</li><li>Support for your family life – generous family friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption leave.</li><li>Tax-free savings – Access to a cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Special offers and discounts – Access to a range of discounts and exclusive offers through the Civil Service Social Club – Sports and Leisure, the Civil Service Motoring Association, the Civil Service Insurance Society and the Charity for Civil Servants.</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, Ability and Experience.<p><strong>The selection process includes:</strong></p><p><strong>A sift of applications:</strong> The panel will consider all complete applications. The information you give us in your application is important in deciding whether we will invite you to the next selection stage. Candidates will be assessed at sift on all essential criteria as per the person specification. Desirable criteria will be assessed at sift where there is a strong field of candidates as a second stage after essential criteria have been considered.</p><p><strong>Assessment and Interview: </strong>Candidates invited to assessment/presentation and interview will again be assessed on their skills, experience and behaviours in relation to the person specification. In addition, you will also be asked competency style questions on the <a href="https://analysisfunction.civilservice.gov.uk/policy-store/competency-framework-for-the-government-statistician-group-gsg/" target="_blank">GSG Technicalcompetencies</a>. During which you will be expected to demonstrate understanding of two statistical techniques. You may find this <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fanalysisfunction.civilservice.gov.uk%2Fpolicy-store%2Fguide-to-gss-statistical-techniques-and-tools%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CVicky.Price%40ESTYN.GOV.UK%7C88bc945dad9440d9d05f08de3313b52c%7C8461f55e8d4949198f9a285c6f5d8a18%7C0%7C0%7C639004358376612820%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=0aqEGCkVfpH6ndLO8y6KO7jbzYHxI2wILw0CesBS3cM%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">guide to GSS statistical techniques and tools</a> helpful in choosing which statistical techniques to talk about. </p><p>Before the interview you will be given 40 minutes to sit a short test, which will form a presentation to be delivered to the panel at the beginning of the interview. The presentation should last no more than 5 minutes. If you are already a member of the Government Statistician Group, you are exempt from sitting this test. This will take place on 15 January in Cardiff.</p><p>After the interview, you will be asked to complete a 45-minute multiple choice test designed to test your numeracy and statistical knowledge.</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 : Rhidian Dafydd</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:rhidian.dafydd@estyn.gov.wales" target="_blank">rhidian.dafydd@estyn.gov.wales</a></li><li>Telephone : 02920 446336</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@estyn.gov.wales" target="_blank">recruitment@estyn.gov.wales</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://www.estyn.gov.wales/working-us/current-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.estyn.gov.wales/working-us/current-vacancies</a><h4>Share this page</h4><ul><li><a href="#">Print</a>$(document).ready(function(){$('#print_button').show();});</li><li><a href="mailto:?subject=I%20would%20like%20to%20share%20Senior%20Statistical%20Officer%20%28reference%20%3A%20441327%29%20with%20you&amp;body=I%20have%20found%20this%20opportunity%20on%20Civil%20Service%20Jobs%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested.%0D%0A%0D%0ACheck%20it%20out%20by%20clicking%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1981253.%20%0D%0A%0D%0AIf%20you%20are%20interested%20in%20a%20career%20in%20the%20Civil%20Service%20you%20can%20search%20for%20opportunities%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk" target="_blank">Email</a></li><li><a href="https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?view=cm&amp;source=mailto&amp;body=I%20have%20found%20this%20opportunity%20on%20Civil%20Service%20Jobs%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested.%0D%0A%0D%0ACheck%20it%20out%20by%20clicking%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1981253.%20%0D%0A%0D%0AIf%20you%20are%20interested%20in%20a%20career%20in%20the%20Civil%20Service%20you%20can%20search%20for%20opportunities%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk&amp;su=I%20would%20like%20to%20share%20Senior%20Statistical%20Officer%20%28reference%20%3A%20441327%29%20with%20you" target="_blank">Gmail</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1981253" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1981253" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li></ul><a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank"></a><a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank"></a>

Senior Statistical Officer

<h2>About the job</h2><p><strong>Salary: £47,181 – £50,269 a year pro rata plus £3,203 car benefit allowance</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 18.5</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Are you looking for a rewarding role within Luton Rising, the Luton Council group company that owns London Luton Airport and is at the forefront of delivering Luton’s inspiring 2040 vision? This role could be for you!</p><p>We’re looking for a proactive, detail-driven Asset Manager to join our team and help steer the development of the Luton DART’s asset management journey.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a transformative infrastructure project, where your skills will directly contribute to the long-term performance, reliability, and integration of this strategic transport system.</p><p>What you’ll be doing:</p><ul><li>Develop and implement asset management practices in line with ISO55001, ensuring they are embedded across the Luton DART operation.</li><li>Support the creation of an integrated Asset Management System that’s fit for purpose, future-ready, and aligned with strategic goals.</li><li>Oversee and close out construction and commissioning activities carried out by the original delivery partners—bringing everything up to operational excellence.</li><li>Act as a key interface between Luton Rising, Bartlett Square, and London Luton Airport, ensuring collaboration, smooth handovers, and aligned infrastructure strategies.</li></ul><h2>About you</h2><p>We are looking for a candidate with recent experience managing a broad range of asset types -such as Civils, Mechanical &amp; Electrical, Fire, and Communications - particularly in environments where collaboration with external contractors plays a critical role in achieving operational success.</p><p>The ideal candidate will demonstrate proven ability to work effectively with a diverse group of partners and stakeholders. Experience in developing and operating within, or progressing toward, an ISO 55001-compliant Asset Management System is essential.</p><p>Strong partnership and community working skills are key to this role. We’re seeking someone who can engage with stakeholders and partners with enthusiasm and drive, showing a genuine passion for understanding and delivering shared objectives. You should be comfortable sharing knowledge, valuing others’ expertise, and maintaining constructive, trust-based relationships both internally and externally.</p><p>You’ll need to be able to influence and guide people at all levels of an organisation, including those within contractor teams, even when you don’t have formal authority. Relationship-building is central to your success, and you’ll be expected to strengthen our culture of trust, collaboration, and transparency.</p><p>Visible leadership is also crucial - this means having the confidence and presence to inspire high performance, articulate a compelling vision, and motivate teams and individuals to achieve it.</p><p>Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities are vital. You should be able to assess complex situations, identify the key components and implications, and develop clear, practical solutions that lead to sound decisions and outcomes.</p><p>A good understanding of ISO 55000 standards and how they are applied in practice is required. Candidates should possess a degree in an Engineering discipline with some relevant work experience, or alternatively, have significant experience within the Asset Management industry.</p><h2>About us</h2><p>Our ambitious&nbsp;<strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p><p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p><p>We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough</p><h2>Application Process</h2><p>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.<strong><br></strong></p><h2>Benefits</h2><p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</p><h2>How to apply</h2><p>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out!<br><br>Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a></p><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1582272&amp;ptId=12151" target="_blank">download: PREF103601 202207 M3  Asset Manager.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1582278&amp;ptId=12151" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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