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Department for Education

Senior Technical Architect (up to £77,585)

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Overview of the job </strong></p><p>Team lead working with individual Probation Delivery and Business Units authoring performance targets and agreeing them with key stakeholders at a national level.</p><p>Team Lead for the team authoring and developing a quality improvement programme tailored to the needs of the division and HMPPS priorities.</p><p>Identifying local performance and quality issues and developing initiatives in response to the identified issues.</p><p><strong>Summary </strong></p><p>As a member of the Performance and Quality Team the Performance Lead will be responsible for providing performance data which supports activities that enhance organisational effectiveness and enables the organisation to monitor and improve performance.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities, Activities &amp; Duties </strong></p><p>The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:</p><p>Lead NPS performance management</p><p>• Lead on the maintenance of national performance standards</p><p>• Research, investigate and report on the reasons for performance at LDU clusterDU level.</p><p>• Undertake and analyse surveys of internal and external customers.</p><p>• Carry out data audit exercises and quality inspection as required.</p><p>• Respond to internal and external requests for performance monitoring information, training or support at LDU cluster level.</p><p>• Maximise the potential use of IT systems and databases in respect of performance management</p><p>• Identify trends across NPS divisions in order to provide the evidence-base for commissioning national interventions</p><p>• Work alongside Performance and Quality Managers in Divisions to establish performance plans and monitor their effectiveness</p><p>• Work with colleagues in the Performance roles in other divisions to share good practice and promote performance initiatives</p><p>Support quality assurance</p><p>• Contribute to the NPS performance and quality improvement strategy</p><p>• Support the communication of the NPS performance and quality improvement strategy and action plans with Divisions and LDUs, external partners and all key stakeholders</p><p>• Support the delivery of practice development in the NPS</p><p>• Implement quality improvement programmes for the national organisation and identify priorities for delivery within the Divisions</p><p>• Monitor external markets, practice, trends and development to ensure best practice internally, bringing this knowledge to bear on the development of effective practice codes and standards to be implemented nationally through the Divisions</p><p>• Build productive working relationships with relevant HQ teams, including Planning &amp; Analysis Group, Commissioning &amp; Commercial Directorate and OMPPG</p><p>Develop Team and Partnership Working</p><p>• Develop productive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders</p><p>• Contribute to team and organisation's understanding of its stakeholders and customers</p><p>Plan and organise</p><p>• Contribute to programme implementation</p><p>• Share of knowledge and good practice to inform innovation and improve service delivery</p><p>Communication</p><p>• Providing information, feedback and advice</p><p>• Participate in meetings where appropriate</p><p>Use information to take critical decisions</p><p>• Liaise with team members to receive, collate and analyse information, developing systems and compiling reports as directed</p><p>• Develop and utilise data to identify trends</p><p>• Use appropriate systems, processes and tools for the exchange of sensitive information, data and intelligence</p><p>Diversity and Equality</p><p>• Contribute to a culture and systems that promote equality and value diversity</p><p>• Implement the diversity policies of the service .</p><p>The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the Job Holder.</p><p><strong>Behaviours </strong></p><p>• Managing a Quality Service</p><p>• Working Together</p><p>• Changing and Improving</p><p>• Seeing the Bigger Picture</p><p>• Delivering at Pace</p><p><strong>Essential Experience </strong></p><p>• Demonstrate experience of executing organisational strategy</p><p>• Demonstrate experience of diversity and equality matters</p><p>• Demonstrate experience of stakeholder management</p><p>• Demonstrate experience in using a range of software packages to present, analyse &amp; undertake report development</p><p>• Operational experience of working in a Probation setting</p><p>• Experience of quality systems and implementing quality improvement initiatives</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>Changing and Improving</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><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/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>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.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/14063?entityId=14063" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/14063?entityId=14063</a>

HM Prison & Probation Service

Performance Lead (South Central) (Ref: 14063)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>At GCHQ, we unlock the complex world of data and communications to keep the UK and its citizens safe, both in the real world and online. Working closely with our British Intelligence partners in MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from threats such as serious organised crime, terrorism, and cyber-attacks. A role in GCHQ means you’ll have varied and fascinating work in a supportive and encouraging environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork.</p><p>As a Language Specialist, you’ll use your linguistic expertise to translate and extract key information for our operational teams. You’ll work with a range of foreign language materials, some of which may be technical or specialised in nature. This role goes far beyond translation and transcription, requiring a deep understanding of language, cultural nuances, and socio-cultural and political structures in your work. By drawing on this expertise, you’ll produce considered, informed conclusions and reports that accurately inform live operations.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>This is a role with significant influence. Your cultural expertise will be invaluable in supporting our operational teams, providing critical insights and intelligence that inform their work. As a subject matter expert, you’ll also contribute to high-level discussions and forums, helping to shape our understanding of key issues.</p><p>You won’t be working alone. Our thriving language community at GCHQ brings together hundreds of language specialists, creating a rich environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive surrounded by like-minded individuals who share your passion for language, you’ll have access to a wealth of expertise and feedback to support your continued development.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>You don’t need any previous experience or a formal qualification in French or German to apply, but you should have proficiency in either language to at least CEFR C1 level across all disciplines: reading, writing, speaking, and listening (see explanation below). This should be complemented by a deep understanding of the culture context associated with the language, including the countries and regions where French or German are spoken. This encompasses aspects such as culture, history, religion, and politics. You should be fluent in English and able to translate French or German language materials into accurate and idiomatic English. As part of our recruitment process, we’ll assess your proficiency in written and spoken French or German. If you have skills in other modern foreign languages, we encourage you to highlight them as we’re interested in hearing about your additional language capabilities. </p><p> At C1 level or higher, you’re able to:</p><ul><li>understand a wide range of longer and more demanding texts and conversations</li><li>express ideas fluently without excessive searching for words</li><li>use the language effectively in social, academic, or professional situations</li><li>produce well-structured, detailed texts on complex topics<br><br></li></ul><p>You can also access the <a href="https://rm.coe.int/CoERMPublicCommonSearchServices/DisplayDCTMContent?documentId=090000168045bb52" target="_blank">CEFR self-assessment grid</a> for more information on our requirements.</p><p>You don’t need any analytical experience, but you’ll be curious and enjoy putting the pieces of a puzzle together to unlock a bigger picture. You’re someone who brings attention to detail and a can-do attitude to your work, and you’re confident communicating with others.</p><h4>Benefits</h4><p>At GCHQ, we’re passionate about supporting your growth and development as a Language Specialist. From the very start, you’ll have a dedicated mentor to help you settle into your new role and provide guidance every step of the way. Plus, you’ll receive comprehensive training and support to get you up to speed on technical aspects of the job.</p><p>We’re committed to helping you build a fulfilling career in national security, and we’re excited to offer opportunities for growth and development. Within the first five years with us, you’ll have the opportunity to join the Chartered Institute of Linguists (CloL®) and work towards recognised professional linguist qualifications. We’re proud to invest in our people, and we’re confident that you’ll thrive in our supportive and collaborative environment.</p><p>While our roles are typically office-based, we offer flexible working options to support our employees’ work-life balance. These may include flexible hours, part-time working, compressed hours, or homeworking, subject to business needs. We can discuss your needs and explore options that work for you.</p><p>You’ll receive a starting salary of £36,408 plus other benefits including: </p><ul><li>25 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days’ public and privilege holidays</li><li>opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme</li><li>interest-free season ticket loan (travel and parking)</li><li>an excellent pension scheme</li><li>a cycle-to-work scheme</li><li>facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on-site coffee bars (at some locations)</li><li>paid parental and adoption leave</li><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>An environment with flexible working options</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>At GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense: different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and individuals with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from under-represented groups, such as women, individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and those from low socio-economic backgrounds.</p><p>Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website.</p><p><strong>We’re Disability Confident</strong></p><p>GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions Disability Confident scheme. This initiative encourages employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident employer, we aim to offer a fair and proportionate number of person-to-person interviews to candidates who self-identify as disabled and meet essential criteria for the role. This is part of our ‘Offer of Interview’ (OOI) scheme’.</p><p>To secure an interview for this vacancy, you must meet the essential criteria, which will be assessed at the application from sift stage.</p><p>These criteria are: </p><ul><li> a genuine motivation and commitment to work for the UK intelligence agencies assessed at application form sift</li><li>a high level of proficiency in French, German, or both (by achieving a pass in the language tests)</li></ul><p>We offer a range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to perform at your best. Visit our ‘How to Apply’ page for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer.</p><p><strong>What to expect</strong></p><p>Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here’s a brief overview of each stage: </p><ol><li>Initial application and eligibility sift</li><li>In-person language tests in French, German or both in Cheltenham </li><li>An in-person interview and analysis test in Cheltenham </li></ol><p>Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 9 to 12 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer.</p><br><p><strong>Before you apply</strong></p><p>To work at GCHQ, you must be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. Read about our eligibility criteria.</p><p>This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It’s something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. Find out more about the vetting process on our website.</p><p>Please note that we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can’t take any recreational drugs, and you’ll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage.</p><p>Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure that your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you manage your application with us more discreetly.</p><p>The role is based in Cheltenham, so you’ll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs.</p><p>Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member.</p><p><strong>Right to withdraw statement: </strong></p><p>Please be aware that we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">developed vetting (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>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:careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk" target="_blank">careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk</a>.</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk" target="_blank">careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk</a>.</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk" target="_blank">careers@recruitmentteam.org.uk</a>.</li></ul>

GCHQ

Language Specialists – French or German

<h4>Job summary</h4><p><strong>Group Manager – Enterprise</strong></p><p>Full time / Part time </p><p>Salary: £57,815 - £65,021, with potential for further progression to £73,211 with our pay progression scheme plus 10% management allowance</p><p>Location: <strong>Hybrid </strong></p><p>Contracted to our Wilmslow, London, Edinburgh, Cardiff or Belfast office, however, we offer flexible home and office-based working opportunities. There will be times when you will be expected to attend the office to collaborate with colleagues or travel due to business need. Please note, from Autumn 2026 our head office will relocate from Wilmslow to Manchester city centre. </p><p><strong>Why work for the ICO?</strong></p><ul><li>Pay progression scheme.</li><li>Hybrid and flexible working options. </li><li>25 days paid holiday per year, plus privilege and public holidays. </li><li>Flexi leave (up to 26 additional days leave per year). </li><li>Pension (employer contribution around 28.9%). </li><li>Online discount scheme to save money at major supermarkets, retailers, gyms, restaurants, insurance providers and many more. </li><li>Health Cash Plan. </li><li>Fantastic development opportunities to learn and progress. </li></ul><p>Further details can be found on the benefits section of our <a href="https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/jobs/benefits/" target="_blank">website</a> . </p><h4>Job description</h4><p>We are looking for <strong>two</strong> Group Managers to lead our Digital Firms and Online Safety teams.</p><p>Digital Firms Team (Fixed term until March 2027) – The Digital Firms team is responsible for the ICO’s supervision of the highest priority ‘big tech’ firms operating in the UK economy (including GAMAM). You will be responsible for leading strategic regulatory interventions to drive changes in how these firms approach data processing in high priority areas (e.g. AI, and children’s privacy). </p><p>The Enterprise Department sits within the ICO’s Technology, Innovation and Enterprise Directorate, charged with supervising and influencing the most significant firms in the digital economy (e.g. social media platforms and AI developers) to demonstrate high standards of data protection across their full range of products and activities. This work is delivered in partnership with the UK’s other major digital regulators, including through the Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum, which brings together Ofcom, the Competition and Markets Authority, Financial Conduct Authority, and the ICO to maximise the synergies between our regulatory regimes.</p><p>The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is the independent regulator of information rights. In a data-driven world, we provide advice, guidance, and support to organisations enabling compliance with their obligations, as well as protecting individuals and their personal data. As an employer, we are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives and careers of our people, and we empower you to be curious, impactful, collaborative and respectful.</p><p><strong>Job description</strong></p><p>Online Safety Team (Permanent) – The Online Safety Team owns and leads the ICO’s relationship with Ofcom and managing the intersection of the Online Safety Act and data protection law to create an environment of regulatory certainty for businesses. You will also be responsible for leading strategic regulatory interventions to drive changes in firms approach to data processing in high priority areas relating to online safety. </p><p>You will lead a team delivering major regulatory interventions across the digital economy to address data protection non‑compliance and advance the ICO’s strategic objectives. The role involves developing a high‑performing team capable of analysing emerging policies and technologies and making sound regulatory recommendations. It requires strong relationship‑building and senior‑level stakeholder engagement, including managing the ICO’s partnership with Ofcom and coordinating work across data protection and online safety regimes. You will operate with significant autonomy, working closely with senior leaders and regularly providing them with advice, briefings, and policy papers on complex issues.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><ul><li>Grow, coach and lead the Digital Firms or Online Safety team ensuring that team members are clear about expected standards of performance, motivated and equipped to deliver results.</li><li>Build and maintain productive and strategic relationships with the most significant firms in the digital economy, taking on challenging conversations and delivering strategic regulatory interventions to drive forward the ICO’s regulatory goals.</li><li>Provide strategic advice and support to the Commissioner, CEO and Executive Team, including the delivering of timely and high-quality written briefings.</li><li>Build and maintain excellent working relationships with key internal stakeholders and manage multi-disciplinary teams to delivering strategic regulatory interventions to tackle high-priority compliance issues (e.g. policy development and upstream engagement).</li><li>Manage the ICO’s relationship with Ofcom to manage the interface between data protection and online safety regimes, including leading the ICO’s input into external consultations and policy discussions as needed.</li><li>Lead and contribute to strategic thought leadership in the Enterprise Department to influence the ICO’s approach to strategic regulatory interventions.</li></ul><p><strong>Person specification</strong></p><p>Essential criteria assessed at application stage:</p><ul><li>Substantial experience relevant to the role requirements, as described in the role responsibilities and person specification, and accumulated through any combination of academic or vocational qualifications or experience. Which could have been gained from a policy, regulatory, operational, or corporate environment.</li><li>Strategic Leadership &amp; Delivery: Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to lead projects, drive organisational goals, and build engaged stakeholder communities (also measured at interview)</li><li>Analytical &amp; Regulatory Expertise: Skilled at interpreting complex information such as legislation, operational rules, or procedures. Experience with data protection or related regulatory frameworks is beneficial (also measured at interview.</li><li>Research &amp; Horizon Scanning: Able to identify emerging issues and technologies, commission research, test hypotheses, and apply horizon scanning techniques.</li></ul><p>Essential criteria assessed during interview:</p><ul><li>Leadership &amp; People Management: Proven ability to lead teams or complex projects, set and deliver against performance targets, and manage staff development and performance effectively.</li><li>High Quality Written Communication: Able to analyse complex issues and legislation and produce clear, persuasive written arguments tailored to different audiences.</li><li>Understanding of Political &amp; Regulatory Context: Knowledge of UK and international parliamentary, democratic, political, and regulatory systems, particularly as they relate to the digital economy and privacy.</li><li>Verbal Communication &amp; Representation: Confident communicator with strong presentation skills and the ability to represent the ICO effectively to a wide range of stakeholders.</li><li>Resilience &amp; Prioritisation: Comfortable working under pressure, managing competing priorities, and maintaining high standards in demanding environments.</li></ul><p><strong>Equality, diversity, and inclusion</strong></p><p>The ICO is committed to promoting and enhancing equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are focused on developing a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and together we are building an inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference. We are championing this through our Equality Diversity and Inclusion Board together with a number of staff networks. Read more about our commitment on our website. </p><p>Candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for this vacancy will be invited to interview as part of the ICO’s commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme. </p><p>As part of the ICO’s commitment to our EDI objectives and creating a workplace that represents the communities and societies we serve, we guarantee an interview to candidates who declare they identify as belonging from an ethnic minority background and who meet the minimum criteria for this vacancy</p><p>If you are disabled or have an impairment and require an alternative application method, please email the HR team at <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £57,815, Information Commissioner's Office contributes £16,749 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a>Please visit <a href="https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/jobs/" target="_blank">ico.jobs </a>for full details, including salary and benefits.<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>Please submit your CV and cover letter by <strong>23:59, 15 February</strong> Your cover letter should be no more than 1,000 words and should clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria for the role.</p><p>We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a>.</p><p>In the event of a high volume of applications, we may not be able to invite all candidates who meet the minimum criteria to interview. However, we encourage you stay in touch and apply for future roles that match your interests.</p><p>All candidates who meet the minimum criteria and apply in-line with our guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ethnic minority applicants will be interviewed.</p><p>Clearance Required for this role:</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>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>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@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@ico.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ico.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://ico.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ICO/details/Group-Manager---Enterprise_JR704" target="_blank">https://ico.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ICO/details/Group-Manager---Enterprise_JR704</a>

Information Commissioner's Office

Group Manager – Enterprise

National Crime Agency

Senior Officer - DDaT Financial Performance

HM Land Registry

Infrastructure Engineer - Security (EO & SEO)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We are currently looking for a <strong>Head of Commercial - Corporate </strong>to join our<strong> Commercial </strong>function within the <strong>Corporate</strong>group.</p><p>This is a <strong>full-time </strong>opportunity, on a <strong>permanent </strong>basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf London, E14 4PU or South Mimms, Hertfordshire. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. </p><p>Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites. </p><p>We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 12 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.</p><p></p><p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p><p>The Commercial team reports to the Chief Finance Officer and makes up part of the wider Finance Group. The Commercial team is responsible for the purchase of goods in services in the categories of Digital and Technology, Facilities Management, Science and Corporate; with around 400 contracts across the categories and with a spend of circa~£120m per annum.</p><p>Main aims are: driving value for money, embedding a stronger commercial focus, reducing risk and improving commercial capability across the MHRA.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>What’s the role?</strong></p><p>The Head of Commercial Corporate will be responsible for managing a pipeline of procurement activity for the Corporate Category, which includes but not limited to the subcategories of Communications, Human Resources, Professional Services, Travel and Finance, ensuring an acute focus on value creation and risk management. The post holder will possess subject matter expertise across subcategories products and services and have a keen insight on market drivers. </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li> Running end to end complex tenders for the Corporate category (Comms, HR, Professional Services, Travel etc) </li><li> Stakeholder management during the procurement process and complete contract life cycle. </li><li> Provide leadership for a very small Category team and provide expert Public Sector Commercial advice to all MHRA staff. </li><li> Draft Commercial processes and templates in line with current UK Gov legislation. </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Who are we looking for?</strong></p><p>Our successful candidates will have the following:</p><ul><li>Knowledge and experience of e-tendering platforms. Extensive Atamis experience would be useful but not mandatory if there is a willingness to get up to speed quickly. </li><li>Must be a good communicator to staff at all grades and external stakeholders. Capable of influencing with integrity and respect. </li><li>Proved ability to develop sourcing strategies that minimise risk to the buyer side. </li><li>Solid experience of procuring goods and services within the Public Sector, with some experience of complex, new or novel procurements. </li><li>Ability to interpret, challenge and draft contractual terms and conditions using UK Government templates. </li></ul><p><strong>Person Specification: </strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Method of assessment: A=Application, I=Interview </strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Behaviour Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing<strong> (I)</strong></li><li>Seeing the Big Picture <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Changing and Improving <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Experience Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven track record as a leader driving commercial best practice within your team and stakeholder community <strong>(A)</strong></li><li>Experience of managing competing demands for priorities and resources. <strong>(A)</strong></li><li>Building effective relationships across teams and within stakeholder community. <strong>(A)</strong></li><li>Ability to develop sourcing strategies that minimize RISK and maximize value or money <strong>(A)</strong></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Technical Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience of procuring goods and services in the Corporate Category, which includes but not limited to the subcategories of Communications, Human Resources, Professional Services, Travel and Finance. Public Sector experience using PCR2015 and Procurement Act 2023 desirable but not required. <strong>(A, I)</strong></li><li>And the ability to interpret, challenge and draft contractual terms and conditions during procurement activity as part of the commercial lifecycle. <strong>(A, I)</strong></li><li>Ability to communicate commercial complexity when using novel approaches to deliver public sector procurements and act in an advisory capacity to senior stakeholders that enables them to arrive at informed decisions and take calculated risk. <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Have a working knowledge of E-Procurement Platforms preferably ATAMIS <strong>(A)</strong></li><li>MCIPS qualification desired but not required. <strong>(A)</strong></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Strengths Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Problem Solver <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Team Player <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><p>If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4366122929/?pathWildcard=4366122929&amp;trk=mcm" target="_blank"><strong>please click here for further details</strong></a></p><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £60,778, Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency contributes £17,607 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave on entry, rising by one day for each completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days and pro-rata for part-time staff. PLUS 8 bank holidays </li><li>Privilege Leave: 1 day </li><li>Hours of Work: 37 hours (net) per week for full time staff in all geographical locations, including London and pro rata for part-time staff </li><li>Occupational Sick Pay (OSP): One month full pay/one month half pay on entry, rising by one month for each completed year of service to a maximum of five months full pay/five months half pay </li><li>Mobility: Mobility clause in contracts allowing staff to be mobile across the Civil Service</li><li>Civil Service Pension Scheme. Please see the link for further information <a href="http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/</a> For enquiries relating to the Civil Service Pension Schemes please contact MyCSP's Pension Service Centre directly on 0300 123 6666 </li><li>Flexible working to ensure staff maintain a healthy work-life balance </li><li>Interest free season ticket loan or bike loan </li><li>Employee Assistance Services and access to the Civil Service Benevolent Fund </li><li>Eligibility to join the Civil Service Motoring Association (CSMA)</li><li>Variety of staff and Civil Service clubs </li><li>On-going learning and development</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>The selection process:</strong></p><p>We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">find out more here</a>. </p><ul><li><strong>Application</strong>, which will include a CV and supporting statement, which should demonstrate how you meet the Behaviour, Experience and Technical Success Profile criteria. Please submit your application to Archer Mac by visiting this link <strong><a href="https://shorturl.at/SW4QJ" target="_blank">https://shorturl.at/SW4QJ</a></strong></li><li><strong>Interview</strong>, which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.</li></ul><p>Closing date: 15 February 2026</p><p>Shortlisting date: 19 or 20 February 2026</p><p>Interview date: 26 or 27 February 2026</p><p>Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome.</p><p>Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">here</a>. </p><p>Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard?_ga=2.149328757.2118900794.1613132232-433185063.1580991281" target="_blank">basic personnel security standard checks</a>.</p><p>Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations, and in some circumstances, routine health surveillance. These roles include:</p><ul><li> Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens</li><li> Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings</li><li> Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required</li><li> Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.</li></ul><p>Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. </p><p>Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact <a href="mailto:careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@mhra.gov.uk</a>.</p><p>In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the MHRA Recruitment Team at <a href="mailto:careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@mhra.gov.uk</a>.</p><p>If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank">civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk</a></p><p><a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a></p><p>Civil Service Commission </p><p>Room G/8 </p><p>1 Horse Guards Road </p><p>London </p><p>SW1A 2HQ </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>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 : Stephanie Robinson - 07513 221028</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:stephanie.robinson@ArcherMac.co.uk" target="_blank">stephanie.robinson@ArcherMac.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@mhra.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact the Resourcing Team at <a href="mailto:Careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@mhra.gov.uk</a>, in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk - <a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a> - Civil Service Commission Room G/8 1 Horse Guards Road London SW1A 2HQ<br><br>

Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

Head of Commercial Corporate - £60,778 p.a. + benefits

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The Government Office for Science is launching a new Leadership Development Scheme for mid-career scientists and engineers.</p><ul><li> Do you work in academia, industry, or the public sector? </li><li> Are you passionate about using your science or engineering expertise to make a difference to national challenges?</li><li> Are you interested in developing your leadership skills and increasing your ability to influence and have impact on policy or government activities?</li></ul><p>This part-time, 12-month learning and development scheme is designed to enhance your leadership capabilities and develop your understanding of how the Civil Service functions, including how government uses science and engineering to shape and deliver policy. </p><p>The scheme will build your effectiveness to be able to shape and inform policy issues and guide programme delivery. It will enable you to become more influential on national and international challenges, more impactful within a policy environment and more effective in using your expertise to deliver better outcomes for citizens. </p><p>As a participant, you will develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to help you engage effectively across government in your day-to-day role as a scientist or engineer. Exposure to senior civil service roles and functions, in addition to bespoke coaching and mentoring during the scheme, will help you explore what leadership means as a scientist, engineer, or civil servant, and how you can develop the skills and behaviours to support your career development.</p><p>Participation in this scheme will be offered approximately one learning day each month over the course of 12 months, starting from Spring 2026.</p><p>The course will be delivered primarily through online events. There will also be optional online learning modules, informal learning opportunities, and tailored mentoring which will be flexible around participant’s availability</p><p>Depending on candidate availability and feedback, we will also offer the option of in-person workshops in locations around the UK. Travel and subsistence costs and reasonable expenses will be reimbursed by the Government Office for Science in line with our expenses policy.</p><p>This is a pilot scheme in its first year and participants will be asked to provide feedback throughout the programme to shape activities and the approach for future years. This will also be used to refine the scheme for future iterations.</p><p>The deadline for applications is 23:55 Monday 9th February 2026.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Purpose of the Leadership Development Scheme</strong></p><p>This new pilot scheme offers Leadership Development for mid-career scientists and engineers from across academia, industry and the public sector (public and civil servants) and related organisations.</p><p>The scheme aims to: </p><ul><li>Build awareness of how government works – by strengthening your knowledge of how the Government develops, creates and delivers policy. This will include an introduction to leadership, management, culture and ways of working across the Civil Service. Training on professional standards for Senior Civil Service recruitment and performance will also be delivered; </li><li>Develop understanding of science and engineering advice for government - by giving participants an understanding of the range of ways in which science and engineering expertise and knowledge is used. This will include how it is utilised to shape, contribute to and inform policymaking and delivery of public services; </li><li>Demystify Civil Service professions and functions – by breaking down barriers and challenging myths around the work of the Civil Service. This includes explaining Civil Service recruitment processes and learning about the roles of scientists and engineering in the Civil Service. Other professions and functions will also be explored; </li><li>Support your leadership journey: <ul><li>Supporting participants to reflect on their own leadership and professional skills and experience and how these align to civil service frameworks and needs;</li><li>Enabling participants to build networks of contacts within leadership cohorts across the wider Civil Service, industry and academia. Included in this is the option of an alumni scheme for continued engagement;</li><li>Offer a mentoring scheme to participants on the programme to learn directly from Civil Service leaders across a range of different roles.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>What is involved</strong></p><p>This programme will be delivered by Government Office for Science, with support and in partnership with Senior Civil Servants from across government as well as the Government Policy Profession, government experts, and professional leadership development trainers.</p><p>Participation in this scheme will require a commitment of approximately 1 day a month over the course of 12 months, beginning from early 2026. A full schedule of activities will be provided in advance, with a minimum commitment of 12 days of core content plus optional additional opportunities including mentoring and participation on government events.</p><p>The course will be delivered through a blend of online and in-person events based in locations around the UK, with travel and subsistence costs and reasonable expenses reimbursed by the Government Office for Science.</p><p><strong>By applying for this scheme, candidates confirm that they have discussed with their employers if necessary and have appropriate arrangements in place to support full participation across the year.</strong></p><p>Please see the candidate pack for more details.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Eligibility</strong></p><p>This programme is for mid-career scientists and engineers who wish to develop their leadership potential, use their expertise in public service, drive forward new ideas or approaches to benefit others and make a significant contribution to national goals. It is aimed at those who have a strong interest in working with or in the Civil Service and who want to build their skills for leadership and influencing effectively in a policy or delivery environment or improving public service delivery.</p><p>We welcome applications from academia, industry and the public sector including scientists or engineers currently based in a Government Department, Public Sector Research Establishment or Arms’ Length Body, who meet the criteria outlined below, and who are currently seeking a senior leadership role.</p><p>In line with the UK Government’s <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/places-for-growth" target="_blank">Places for Growth</a> initiative, we would especially welcome applications from candidates based in academia, industry, and the wider Civil Service who are based outside of London and South-East England.</p><p><strong><em>Please note the two essential criteria for this scheme:</em></strong></p><ol><li><strong>Academic or professional qualifications:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Candidates from academia must hold a PhD in a science, engineering, or social/behavioural science subject</li><li>Candidates from outside academia must hold a PhD or hold a post graduate qualification in a STEM field (at least Masters level) and a professional qualification that demonstrates depth of specialist science or engineering knowledge and its practical application to solve complex problems.</li></ul><ol><li></li><li><strong>Career stage:</strong></li></ol><p>Candidates must currently hold a position that demonstrates senior responsibility for science or engineering knowledge development, management of the work of other scientists or engineers, or management of projects including providing technical oversight. Responsibility should be equivalent to one of the following:</p><ul><li>For candidates from an academic or research environment, such as a university or research organisation, the expected level of seniority would range from Early Career Fellowship, Research Fellow or Junior Group Lead to Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor;</li><li> For candidates from industry or public sector settings, the expected level of seniority would be equivalent to Senior Scientist or Engineer, Technical Leader e.g. Lead Technician or Lead Engineer, Programme or Project Manager or Director.</li><li> Current civil servants applying for the scheme must be a substantive Grade 6 or Grade 7 and must not be undergoing any formal performance procedures. </li></ul><h4>Licences</h4>Though specific licences are not required to be eligible for this scheme, you must confirm that you hold postgraduate and professional qualifications that meet the eligibility criteria for this scheme (as indicated in the candidate pack).<h4>Memberships</h4>Though specific memberships are not required to be eligible for this scheme, you must confirm that you hold relevant experience that meets our definition of mid-career stage, as indicated in the candidate pack. You must indicate this experience on your CV.<h4>Benefits</h4>Please see the attached Candidate Information pack for further information.<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>You will need to register for a Civil Service Jobs account to complete your application. </p><p>As part of the application process, you will be asked to submit information on the following: </p><ul><li><strong>The qualifications you hold. </strong><ol><li>You should note the qualification requirements as part of the scheme’s eligibility criteria, and indicate any relevant qualifications in the ‘qualifications’ box in the Civil Service Jobs application portal. </li><li>To ensure the fair assessment of applications, you <strong>should not </strong>indicate the academic institutions where you were awarded your qualifications. </li><li>You qualification information will be checked against the essential criteria for this scheme. </li></ol></li></ul><ul><li><strong>A CV, broken down into ‘Employment History’ and ‘Skills and Experience’. </strong><ol><li>You should use the Employment History box (750-word limit) to concisely list your current and prior job roles, organisations/institutions (including academic institutions, if relevant) and dates. </li><li>You should then use the Skills and Experience box (750-word limit) to expand on the specific skills and responsibilities of each role. This should also include any relevant professional qualifications you may hold (such as charterships or fellowships of learned societies). </li><li>Your employment information will be checked against the essential criteria for this scheme. </li></ol></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Your motivation for applying to this scheme. </strong></li><li>You will be asked to provide a 1250-word personal statement describing your motivation drivers and your interest in leadership and senior government work, referring to your prior experience where relevant.</li><li>The personal statement should outline: <ol><li><ol><li>why you have applied to join the Leadership Development Scheme, and which elements of the course are particularly important for you and your development </li><li>how the scheme will benefit your career plans in the future </li><li>what you can offer to others on the scheme, given the networking opportunities provided by this course.</li></ol></li></ol></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Your career track.</strong></li></ul><p>You will be asked to indicate the career background or sector from which you are currently based. Please select the label which best fits your current role:</p><ul><li>Academia</li><li>Industry</li><li>Public sector</li><li>Civil service</li><li>Other</li></ul><p>Please note that this is not part of the selection criteria. We will use this information to confirm how the eligibility criteria outlined above applies to your application, and to evaluate our communications approach to ensure we attract a balanced sector diversity for the cohort.</p><ul><li><strong>Your location</strong>. You will be asked to indicate your regional location as part of the application. Note: This is not part of the selection criteria – this information will be used to inform logistical planning for delivery of the scheme, and to evaluate our communications approach to ensure we attract a balanced geographic diversity for the cohort. </li></ul><p>For further information, please refer to the candidate pack.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>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 : <a href="mailto:s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">s5menurecruitmentgrs@cabinetoffice.gov.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 that your application has not been treated in accordance with the recruitment principles, and wish to make a complaint, then you should contact in the first instance <a href="mailto:s5menurecruitment.GRS@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">s5menurecruitment.GRS@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response that you receive, then you can contact the Civil Service Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages at: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/contact-us/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/contact-us/</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMjUmdmVyaWZ5PTQwOGE2NmJkMTJjMmRjM2UxOTNhNTZjYzUzMjg1MjMwJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NTU5LTQ4ZGZhZTM4M2M2M2MxZWRhMmE3OTZkZDUyYTA1NjdmYTczNzRmOTY=" target="_blank">Go Science Mid Career Scientist-compressed Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 937kB)

Department for Science, Innovation & Technology

Government Office for Science (GOS) - Leadership Development Scheme for Mid-Career Scientists and Engineers

Deputy Director, Project Delivery - £81,000 p.a. + benefits

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We’re looking for two exceptional Senior Developers to help make a real difference by supporting our armed forces, wherever their work takes them around the world. </p><p><strong>Your world of expertise</strong></p><p>As a Senior Developer in our Defence Data Services, you will create and maintain systems which bridge the gap between our front-end products and the back-end science, ensuring that we are able to make the very best use of our ever-evolving supercomputer capability. </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to work in a development team that has a wide-reaching and positive impact, helping people to stay safe and thrive around the globe. </p><p>You will work with your team to understand, design, and implement modern, full stack, cloud-based solutions. You will work collaboratively with your peers in the Science and Technology community, building relationships and sharing your knowledge. </p><p>Within our applications team, you will develop and support systems that help our users understand the impact that weather has on their operational safety and effectiveness. </p><p>The team primarily develops in Java, JavaScript, and Python. They deploy to a variety of environments including Windows devices and Linux on AWS, utilising AWS CDK, CloudFormation, and Docker containerisation. </p><p>To find out more about Technology at the Met Office, please take a look <a href="https://careers.metoffice.gov.uk/key-roles-met-office/technology" target="_blank">here.</a></p><p><strong>World changing work</strong></p><p>From science to technology, from meteorology to management, and from planning to communication, our expertise helps us stand out as the authority on weather accuracy and climate prediction. We help individuals, industries and government to make better decisions to stay safe and thrive. This is the Met Office. This is who we are. </p><ul><li>We’re a force for good - focusing on our environmental and social impact</li><li>We’re experts by nature - always learning and developing to do things better</li><li>We live and breathe it - putting our purpose at the heart of decision-making</li><li>We’re better together - understanding partnerships and inclusivity make us greater</li><li>We keep evolving - pushing boundaries to make tomorrow better for our customers</li></ul><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Your key duties</strong></p><ul><li>Lead agile development projects</li><li>Plan and lead development of sets of related user stories</li><li>Find ways to improve system robustness, resilience and stability</li><li>Design,code,test, and document software solutions</li><li>Mentor and support junior developers</li><li>Collaborate with other disciplines to fully understand the software requirements</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p><ol><li>Programming and build (software engineering): You can collaborate with others, when necessary, to review specifications. You can use the agreed specifications to design, code, test, and document programs or scripts of medium-to-high complexity, using modern standards and technologies including Python and/or Java. (Expert by nature)</li><li>Systems Design (Integration and Service Support): You can design and review cost efficient systems using design standards, methods tools, and ensure they are applied effectively. You can identify and articulate risks and their potential impacts. You can apply efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. You can define the integration build and co-ordinate build activities across systems to undertake and support integration testing activities. You can identify, locate, and fix faults and design support processes for others to follow to keep services operational. (We live and breathe it)</li><li>User focus: You can collaborate with user researchers and can represent users internally. You can explain the difference between user needs and the desires of the user. Champion user research to focus on all users. Prioritise and define approaches to understand the user story, guiding others in doing so. Offer recommendations on the best tools and methods to use.</li><li>Information Security: You understand information security and can design solutions and services with security controls embedded, specifically engineered with mitigation of security threats as a core feature.</li><li>Team Membership: You approach your work as a team, working with others across multi-disciplinary and geographically dispersed teams. You can share your expertise with others in the team as needed including mentoring and coaching junior members. When needed, you can lead a team and ensure that work is done to the highest quality and in a timely manner.</li></ol><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £43,081, Met Office contributes £12,480 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p><strong>Why join us</strong></p><p>Our work is life-changing, often life-saving and always life-enhancing. The Met Office is accredited as a 'Great Place to Work UK 2023' and in addition has achieved a place on both the UK's 'Best Workplaces in Tech' and 'Best Workplaces for Women' lists. </p><p>As our Senior Developer, your total reward package will be up to £65,568 annually, which includes: </p><ul><li>£43,081 base pay</li><li>An outstanding Civil Service pension, with an average employer contribution of 27%</li><li>Recruitment Retention Allowance (RRA) you will be paid £5,300 per annum as a market supplement to reflect the demand for your skills. Whilst in post, you will be paid this market driven allowance until 31st March 2027.</li><li>Annual Leave starting at 27.5 days (plus Bank Holidays) rising to 32.5 days (plus Bank Holidays) after 5 years and option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year of annual leave</li></ul><p>Our people are at the heart of what we do and we'll do our best to agree a working pattern that works for everyone. </p><p>This opportunity is full time, 37 hours per week, but we would also consider applicants wishing to work a minimum of 30 hours per week </p><p>The job may be suitable for hybrid working, which is where an employee works part of the week in the office and part of the week from home. This is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and the location advertised will be your contractual place of work. </p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>If you share our values, we’d love to hear from you! Click apply to begin your application. Please complete your career history and provide evidence against each of the essential criteria in the supporting statement questionnaire. </p><p>We recommend candidates use the CARL (Context, Action, Result and Learning) method the help best demonstrate your experience and skills. When providing examples, you should include the <strong>context</strong> of the example, The <strong>action</strong> you took, what the <strong>result</strong> was and any <strong>learning</strong> you took from this example. </p><p>We suggest 300 to 500 words per answer to keep your response focused and impactful. </p><p>Closing date 08/02/2026 at 23:59 with first stage interviews commencing from 02/03/2026. You will hear from us once the closing date has passed. </p><p><strong>Using AI in your application</strong></p><p>We welcome applications that use AI tools for support in drafting or refining, as long as they accurately reflect your own skills and experience. All hiring decisions at the Met Office are made by people, not AI. For more details, visit <a href="https://careers.metoffice.gov.uk/join-us/our-approach-recruitment" target="_blank">our approach to recruitment</a>. </p><p><strong>How we can help</strong></p><p>If you would like to better understand the organisation, the role or have any questions please contact us at <a href="mailto:careers@metoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@metoffice.gov.uk</a>. </p><p>If you’re considering applying and need support to do so, please get in touch. You can request adjustments either within your application or by contacting us. Should you be offered an interview, this will include a Codility Test prior to the interview. You can select in your application to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme. To be invited to interview/assessment under this scheme, your application must meet the essential criteria for the role. </p><p>We understand that great minds don’t always think alike and as an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from those with all protected characteristics. We recruit on merit, fairness, and open competition in line with the Civil Service Code. </p><p>We can only accept applications from those eligible to live and work in the UK - please refer to GOV.UK for information. We require Security clearance, for which you need to have resided in the UK for at least 3 of the last 5 years to be eligible. You will need to achieve full security clearance within your first 6 months with us. </p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Resourcing Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@metoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@metoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:careers@metoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@metoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul>

Met Office

Senior Developer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>In the Department of Health and Social Care, we are proud of our purpose – to enable everyone to live more independent, healthier lives for longer. To achieve this, and create a great place to work, we have four values: we are inclusive, we constantly improve, we challenge, and we are agile. If this sounds like an environment you would like to work in, we would love to hear from you.</p><p>The Diary and Business Support Officer will support senior leaders within the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity to support senior leaders as they deliver the NHS 10 Year Plan and drive the creation of a new DHSC that will integrate NHSE. The new organisation will be leaner, more agile, and bring policy and delivery together to improve health outcomes for the population.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>As the primary point of contact for administrative and business support requirements, you will efficiently manage calendars to ensure leaders are able to attend meetings as needed. You will respond promptly to requests, adapting schedules to accommodate changes as they arise.</p><p>You will ensure leaders can fulfil their responsibilities as line managers and senior decision-makers, prioritising time with their teams and balancing competing demands. Building strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders will be essential. In addition, you will coordinate arrangements for external meetings and visits, and provide support for team activities such as internal meetings and away days.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Role responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Manage complex diaries for senior leaders, anticipating and resolving scheduling conflicts.</li><li>Provide inbox support by identifying urgent emails and flagging for action.</li><li>Maintain an understanding of organisational priorities and reflect these in diary commitments.</li><li>Plan and organise internal and external meetings, video conferences, and visits.</li><li>Ensure briefing materials and papers are prepared and available in advance.</li><li>Arrange logistics such as booking rooms, greeting guests, and coordinating travel and accommodation.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships across the organisation and with external stakeholders.</li><li>Support team meetings, away days, and onboarding of new staff.</li><li>Maintain distribution lists and organisational charts.</li><li>Provide cover for other colleagues during absence and share best practice.</li><li>Contribute to the corporate life of the team and wider organisation.</li></ul><p><strong>Key skills and experience required for the role</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to make decisions under pressure and manage competing priorities.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive and adaptable approach.</li><li>Excellent organisational and time-management skills.</li><li>Competence in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools.</li><li>Professionalism when handling sensitive information.</li></ul><p>Your normal place of work will be your contractual primary workplace, usually either London or Leeds. Within DHSC we offer non-contractual hybrid working. The expectation at present is a minimum of 60% of your working time spent in the office, enabling in person interaction and collaboration, and enhancing team working, learning, and support.</p><p>You will be asked to express a location preference during the application process. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas and some travel may be required across the DHSC estate.</p><p>Opportunities for some working from home may be available; other flexible working options may be discussed with the hiring manager in line with individual circumstances and business need.</p><p>There are a limited number of DHSC colleagues who have existing agreed homeworking contracts resulting from Our Future Estate Programme 2023-2024. Colleagues covered by these arrangements are eligible to apply for this role whilst continuing their agreed existing home working arrangement. Occasional travel to DHSC offices or other locations may still be required according to business need. Travel and subsistence will be provided in line with the pre-agreed homeworker arrangements.</p><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>Working Together</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £29,642, Department of Health and Social Care contributes £8,587 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>An environment with flexible working options</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.<p>Applications will be sifted W/C: 16/02/2026</p><p>Interview date: W/C 09/03/2026</p><p>Interview location: By video</p><p>Further details and interview slots will be released to candidates who are successful at sift.</p><p>After submission of the first stage of your application you will be invited to complete a Civil Service Judgement Test. If you successfully pass the test, you will be invited to complete the final stage of the application. </p><p>Please complete the online tests as soon as possible (within 24-48 hours is recommended), the closing date for the tests is 23:55 on 15/02/2026. If you fail to complete the online test before the deadline your application will be withdrawn. Guidance for the test will be available when you are invited to take the test. The tests are administered online and accessed via the CS Jobs website.</p><p>Applications will be sifted on your CV and personal statement.</p><p>Please use your CV to set out your career history, highlighting specific responsibilities and achievements that are relevant for this role. These can be found in the ‘key skills and experience required for the role’ section of the advert. </p><p>Please use your personal statement to (in no more than 500 words) outline how you meet the key skills and experience required for the role as set out in the job advert.</p><p>At interview candidates will be assessed on behaviours and strengths.</p><p>To find out more about working in the department please visit our page on the Civil Service careers website <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-department-of-health-social-care/%20and%20to%20find%20out%20more%20information%20on%20how%20to%20apply%20visit%20the%20Civil%20Service%20careers%20website%20https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-department-of-health-social-care/ and to find out more information on how to apply visit the Civil Service careers website https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/</a></p><p>Applicants who are appointable but were not successful in appointment to this vacancy, may be held on a reserve list for up to 12 months, and contacted if similar vacancies become available.</p><p>Please be aware that some travel may be required across the DHSC estate.</p><p>Candidates must ensure that all information provided in their application is factually accurate. Any examples provided must be taken from personal experience. The Civil Service abides by honesty and integrity as part of its core values, if evidence of plagiarism is found, applications may be withdrawn.</p><p>Please note that applicants will require BPSS clearance.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>Any move to DHSC from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare; for further information <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">visit the Childcare Choices website</a>. </p><p><strong>Reasonable Adjustment</strong></p><p>If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. </p><p>If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: </p><p>Contact Government Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:dhscrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">dhscrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. </p><p>Complete the ‘Assistance required’ section in the ‘Additional requirements’ page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional. </p><p>If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. </p><p>In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf.</p><p>However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing <a href="mailto:Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> stating the job reference number in the subject heading. </p><p>New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band.</p><p>Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. </p><p>A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.</p><p>If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.</p><p>This role is being advertised on a permanent basis. If preferable, Loan or Secondment options will also be available for existing Civil Servants (Loan) and applicants from accredited NDPBs or any other employer (Secondment). Prior agreement to be released on a loan basis must be obtained before commencing the application process. In the case of Civil Servants, the terms of the loan will be agreed between the home and host department and the Civil Servant. This includes grade on return.</p><p><strong>Terms and Conditions</strong></p><p>Candidates should note that DHSC’s Terms and Conditions of employment changed from <strong>1 October 2013</strong>. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are aware of the terms and conditions they will adopt should they be successful. </p><p><strong>New Entrants to the Civil Service</strong></p><p>New entrants appointed in grades AA to G6 will receive DHSC’s modernised terms and conditions:</p><ul><li>Annual Leave: 25 days on entry rising by one day for each completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days and pro-rata for part-time staff</li><li>Privilege Leave: 1 day - for the King’s birthday</li><li>Hours of Work: 37 hours (net) per week for full time staff in all geographical locations, including London and pro rata for part-time staff</li><li>Occupational Sick Pay (OSP): one month full pay/one month half pay on entry, rising by one month for each completed year of service to a maximum of five months’ full pay and five months’ half pay</li><li>Mobility: Mobility clause in contracts allow staff to be mobile across the Civil Service</li><li>Probation: 6 month probation period</li></ul><p><strong>Existing Civil Service staff transferring from another Government department, on either level transfer or promotion</strong></p><p>All staff moving to DHSC will transfer onto DHSC’s modernised terms and conditions (as outlined above). </p><p><strong>Existing DHSC staff, appointed on promotion</strong></p><p>If DHSC’s modernised terms and conditions are already held, the employee will retain those terms and conditions. If DHSC’s pre-modernised terms and conditions are held, the employee will transfer onto DHSC’s modernised terms and conditions (as outlined above).</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 : Huma Ansari</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Second.permanent.secretary@dhsc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Second.permanent.secretary@dhsc.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:dhscrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">dhscrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the DHSC Central Recruitment Team at <a href="mailto:DHSCrecruitment@dhsc.gov.uk" target="_blank">DHSCrecruitment@dhsc.gov.uk</a> <br>If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/contact-us/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/contact-us/</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzEmdmVyaWZ5PTViYzZlODcyODFjODBiNDY0NTI5ZTk3YmE4NzgxYTBiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4Njg0LWZmMGQ1YTUwMDc5YTFmZDlkODVmY2Q1ZjkyMWQ2MjQ0Zjc2MWNlMTQ=" target="_blank">General Pay Principles on Recruitment Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 72kB)

Department of Health and Social Care

Diary and Business Support Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>At Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S), we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force. Together, we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes and strive for what's next. Because it helps keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe – for today, and tomorrow.</p><p>We offer 25+ days’ holiday, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced parental leave schemes, shopping discounts, and an exceptional employer pension contribution of 28.97%, to help make work work for you.</p><p>Nationality, visas, and vetting: For security reasons this role is open to sole UK nationals only. A ‘sole UK national’ refers to an individual who holds citizenship solely in the UK, without dual citizenship or nationality from another country.</p><p>We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship.</p><p>SC clearance: This requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">Security Check (SC) security clearance</a>. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn’t obtained within 12 months.</p><p>Some positions may require joining with SC clearance and obtaining DV once in post: This requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 10 years and obtain <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gov.uk%2Fgovernment%2Fpublications%2Funited-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels%2Fnational-security-vetting-clearance-levels&amp;data=05%7C02%7CMegan.Evans250%40mod.gov.uk%7Cf0d97aa9740a426d5ed508dc53f25a23%7Cbe7760ed5953484bae95d0a16dfa09e5%7C0%7C0%7C638477547563615118%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=LsOk8IYww2ZRvMB0OjPfFYg8p5DgFsPnqaaSvhEtKPU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance</a>. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you have been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining DV security clearance can be a lengthy process. You’ll join us once Security Check (SC) clearance is obtained, and then the more enhanced DV checks will continue after you’ve started your employment. If DV clearance isn’t obtained within 12 months, we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>This position can be based at either of the following DE&amp;S sites –</p><ul><li>MOD Abbey Wood, Filton, Bristol, Avon, BS34 8JH</li><li>MOD Kentigern Hose, Glasgow, Scotland, G2 8EX </li></ul><p>As a Corporate Security Adviser Lead, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the integrity of DE&amp;S projects by providing authoritative advice and guidance on security and risk management, ensuring full compliance with MOD policies and standards. Working closely with project teams, stakeholders, and external partners, you will identify, evaluate, and mitigate security risks to protect sensitive information, assets, and operational activities. In addition to this, you will provide assurance to defence industry partners and carry out ad‑hoc on‑site security assurance assessments, ensuring that Defence assets are appropriately protected across sites belonging to DE&amp;S, the SDA, and industry partners. </p><p>You will promote a strong culture of security awareness and resilience across your assigned projects. This includes fostering effective collaboration between technical, operational, and security teams to ensure that security considerations are not only reactive but proactively embedded throughout project planning and delivery. Your leadership will be essential in balancing operational priorities with robust security measures, enabling projects to be delivered on time and within scope without compromising safety or assurance.</p><p>We champion flexible ways of working. Regular in-person attendance is required (this is expected to be approximately 60% of your working week) to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance and business need. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role.</p><p><strong>What you’ll be doing</strong></p><ul><li>Provide security advice to DE&amp;S Delivery Teams and Industry, including addressing and mitigating security risks and issues, and establish and maintain a security culture.</li><li>Develop complex and innovative risk management plans, enabling DE&amp;S to deliver balanced and cost–effective risk management decisions based on advanced threat principles and concepts.</li><li>Lead risk assessment and mitigation plan development. Ensure that risk is embedded in DE&amp;S governance processes and integrates risk management processes into appropriate business activities.</li><li>Co-ordinate the security requirements and service requests for DE&amp;S, acting as an intelligent customer to the HMG Security Centre’s of Excellence.</li><li>Manage the development and maintenance of DE&amp;S policies, products, and methodologies to drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Develop and apply new concepts in Protective security, involving the other specialisms.</li><li>Actively participate, on behalf of DE&amp;S, with the HMG Security Centre’s of Excellence to ensure security consistency and maintain security and risk standards across DE&amp;S and wider MoD.</li><li>Explain the principal requirements of major legislative regulatory instruments relevant to security, and the legal and regulation relevant to the role. Review and implement alterations to operating procedures in response to changes in regulations. Report residual non-compliance to management in accordance with DE&amp;S procedures.</li><li>Maintain understanding of local and strategic threat environments, and trends affecting the landscape. Use local and strategic threat information in decision-making and planning. Communicate tailored threat information to relevant local stakeholders within DE&amp;S.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:</p><ul><li><strong>Lead Essential Criteria</strong> - Substantial experience in conducting Risk Management Frameworks.</li><li>Substantial experience of leading security teams in at least two security disciplines e.g. Physical Security, Personnel Security, Business Continuity, Information Assurance.</li><li>Relevant industry or government qualifications and accreditations, such as the Security Institute Level 7 Diploma (e.g. CSMP Level 6 Diploma, Certified Protection Professional (CPP), CISSP, or similar), or demonstrable equivalent professional experience. </li></ul><p>In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:</p><ul><li>Core Behaviour 1: Communicating and Influencing - CSBC 4 </li><li>Core Behaviour 2: Seeing the Big Picture - CSBC 4 </li><li>Technical Competence 1: Protective Security – Practitioner level </li><li>Technical Competence 2: Risk understanding and mitigation – Practitioner level </li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £59,200, Ministry of Defence contributes £17,150 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working options</li><li>Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards</li><li>Access to specialist training and funded qualifications</li><li>Support for progression</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li><li>Volunteering days</li><li>Enhanced parental leave schemes</li></ul><p>Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So, whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><ul><li>Civil Service Recruitment Principles: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank"><strong>Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li><li>Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack</strong></a></li><li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions</strong></a></li><li>Civil Service Code: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/the-code/" target="_blank"><strong>The Code - Civil Service Commission</strong></a><strong></strong></li></ul><p><strong><em>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed </em></strong><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank"><strong><em>here</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Disability Confident:</strong></p><p>Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section ‘Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.’ </p><p><strong>Conflicts of Interest:</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>Your application will go through the following stages of assessment: </p><ol><li>Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.</li><li>Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. <em>Please follow our </em><a href="https://des.mod.uk/how-to-write-cv" target="_blank"><strong><em>guidance on CV writing</em></strong></a><em> for best chance of success.</em></li><li>Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. </li></ol><p>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at interview, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours and competencies below: </p><ul><li>1st: Core Behaviour 1 </li></ul><ul><li>2nd: Core Behaviour 2 </li></ul><ul><li>3rd: Technical Competencies </li></ul><ul><li>4th: CV Review </li></ul><p>In the event of a further tie using the method above, we reserve the right to use the Lead criterion, and/or an additional assessment. </p><p> If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance you should contact department via email: <a href="mailto:DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">Recruitment Complaints - Civil Service Commission</a></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Michael Ponsford</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzImdmVyaWZ5PWI4ZjBkYWY3YjRkZDY1NDk2OTViN2Y0MTZmYTJmMTZjJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NzQ4LTYxYzI3Y2MxYTcwNzU3YzBmNDZkMDE4ODUzNmQ2ODIxODkwYTgwZDc=" target="_blank">20250527 Success Profile Behaviours 2025 document v1-O Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 11MB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzMmdmVyaWZ5PTU3ZmY1M2FiNjkyYzk5YTJmMjU2MjQxYmYyYWNiNDUxJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY5NDg4NzQ4LTYxYzI3Y2MxYTcwNzU3YzBmNDZkMDE4ODUzNmQ2ODIxODkwYTgwZDc=" target="_blank">DES Security Profession Competency Framework- official (002) (2) Opens in new window</a> (docx, 70kB)

Ministry of Defence

DE&S Corporate Security Adviser Lead

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>At Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S), we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force. Together, we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes, and strive for what's next. Because it helps keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe – for today, and tomorrow.</p><p>We offer 25+ days’ holiday, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced parental leave schemes, shopping discounts, and an exceptional employer pension contribution of 28.97%, to help make work work for you.</p><p>This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">Security Check (SC) security clearance</a>. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained, or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn’t obtained within 12 months. We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>Are you ready to lead a dynamic, high-performing team within Defence? Join us at Defence Equipment and Support (DE&amp;S) in this challenging and rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on our mission to protect and defend our Armed Forces. This is one of two Head of Establishment roles we are currently recruiting for, one based in DM Beith and one based in DM Glen Douglas.</p><p>The Head of Establishment role is a key strategic and operational role in which you will hold primary responsibility and accountability for the safe running of the establishment, operating in a highly regulated and potentially high risk environment.</p><p>You will play a vital role in leading and overseeing strategic plans, ensuring safety processes, and providing operational support vital to Defence outputs. Defence Munitions is at the forefront of safeguarding the supply, storage, maintenance, and disposal of munitions. You’ll drive operational excellence in fast-paced environments, foster continuous improvement, and deliver positive results. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders across the Military, Defence Regulation, and wider teams within DE&amp;S to ensure compliance and the successful delivery of strategic plans.</p><p>Please note that travel to other Defence Munitions and MoD sites across the UK will be expected dependent on organisational requirements. Regular in-person attendance is required (this is expected to be approximately 100% of your working week) to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance and business need.</p><p><strong>What you’ll be doing</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and development site personnel and utilise resource effectively to deliver operational outputs and requirements in a timely manner.</li><li>Lead, direct, manage and control all activities carried out within specified areas of control in a manner that ensures the safe, secure, efficient, effective, and economic use of all resources.</li><li>Manage, Receive, Store, Maintain and Issue the range of General Munitions, General Commodities, Equipment and Complex Weapons.</li><li>Manage a full spectrum of stakeholders within the organisation, authorised customers, wider DE&amp;S, and the Delivery Team community.</li><li>Responsibility for controlling the site activities to ensure, the health, safety, security and welfare of employees and any stakeholders involved.</li><li>Serve as Delivery Duty Holder with responsibility for the safe operation of the site, systems and facilities, including authorising Safe Systems of Work, managing and providing input to Safety Assurance.</li><li>Responsible for all senior stakeholder engagement with customers, suppliers, including DE&amp;S, wider MoD, and Other Government Departments, to deliver operational outputs and requirements.</li><li>Ensure safety assurance and site compliance with of all relevant legislative and internal/external regulatory requirements.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p>To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:</p><ul><li>Experience of operating at a senior management level in a large, highly complex organisation.</li><li>Strong knowledge and understanding of operational management environment.</li><li>Strong experience of leadership and staff development.</li><li>Strong knowledge and experience of risk management application.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety Health and Environment (OSHE) in a hazardous environments.</li><li>Must hold a valid Full UK Driving Licence.</li></ul><p>In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:</p><ul><li>Core Behaviour 1: Leadership </li><li>Core Behaviour 2: Changing and Improving</li><li>Technical Competence 1: Managing support, supplier, and customer networks – Practitioner</li><li>Technical Competence 2: Making evidence-based decisions – Practitioner</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £61,100, Ministry of Defence contributes £17,700 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday</li><li>Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards</li><li>Access to specialist training and funded qualifications</li><li>Support for progression</li><li>Huge range of discounts</li><li>Volunteering days</li><li>Enhanced parental leave schemes</li></ul><p>Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know.</p><p>#LI-Onsite</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><ul><li>Civil Service Recruitment Principles: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank"><strong>Recruitment Principles - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li><li>Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://des.mod.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack</strong></a></li><li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/DES-Terms-and-Conditions</strong></a></li><li>Civil Service Code: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/the-code/" target="_blank"><strong>The Code - Civil Service Commission</strong></a></li></ul><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><em>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed </em></strong><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ministry-of-defence-privacy-notice/mod-privacy-notice" target="_blank"><strong><em>here</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong></p><p><strong>Disability Confident:</strong></p><p>Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section ‘Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.’</p><p><strong>Conflicts of Interest:</strong></p><p>The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:</p><ol><li>Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.</li><li>Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. <em>Please follow our </em><a href="https://des.mod.uk/how-to-write-cv" target="_blank"><strong><em>guidance on CV writing</em></strong></a><em> for best chance of success.</em></li><li>Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert.</li></ol><p>Please Note: In the event of a tied score at interview, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours and competencies below: </p><ul><li>1st: Core Behaviour 1 </li></ul><ul><li>2nd: Core Behaviour 2 </li></ul><ul><li>3rd: Technical Competencies </li></ul><ul><li>4th: CV Review </li></ul><p>In the event of a further tie using the method above, we reserve the right to utilise the Lead criterion, and/or an additional assessment. </p><p>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview. </p><p>If you feel that your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance you should contact department via email: <a href="mailto:DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DESHR-WSC-PMOCOMPLAINTS@mod.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">Recruitment Complaints - Civil Service Commission</a></p><p><strong>Offering at a lower level</strong></p><p>If you’re not successful at interview, we may offer you a role at a lower level if this is a match for your skills and experience. If this applies to your application, you’ll be scored against criteria for the lower-level role and offers will be made in merit order. If you accept this position, you’ll be able to take advantage of opportunities to develop your career as part of our team.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Jade Kirby</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jade.Kirby117@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzYmdmVyaWZ5PTU2NThjYmMwYjNlZjc0MGQxNjBiMmQyNzAxYjU3NjY4" target="_blank">20250527 Success Profile Behaviours 2025 document v1-O Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 11MB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzkwMzcmdmVyaWZ5PTA2YmYzOWYxZTJjMDRkMmZhYTYzNTA1Y2I5NzViNTM1" target="_blank">20221128-Operational Delivery Technical Competences FY22-23 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 9MB)

DE&S Head of Establishment - DM Glen Douglas

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to the job description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Introduction: </strong></p><p>Do you have a passion to work with the marginalised? The ones many in society choose to ignore or demonise? Do you long to see broken lives transformed through faith? Are you a hope bringer?</p><p>If you can answer yes to these questions, then consider joining our multi-faith chaplaincy team as Muslim Chaplain here at HMP &amp; YOI New Hall, a female closed prison situated between Wakefield and Huddersfield. </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:</p><ul><li>provide guidance on their faith/belief system in the establishment providing advice, pastoral care and spiritual welfare to prisoners, staff and their families as requested, liaising with their Faith and Belief Adviser (FBA) or other FBA as appropriate;</li><li>plan and lead worship/meditation, prayer and faith/belief specific meetings. Be part of the provision of available and accessible chaplaincy care at all times;</li><li>facilitate and deliver opportunities for worship/meditation, study and religious programmes. Work collaboratively with other Chaplains, the Managing Chaplain, volunteers and external groups on the maintenance and provision of facilities for worship/meditation and prayer;</li><li>contribute towards the development of local policy, procedures and practice;</li><li>provide pastoral care to prisoners and help to provide support and bring resolution to crisis situations where required. Provide mentoring and personal support for other chaplains and volunteers including following incidents;</li><li>nurture Chaplaincy volunteers in their contribution;</li><li>work with the Official Prison Visitor (OPV) Liaison Officer in promoting the scheme within the prison ensuring all prisoners are aware of it and to assist where required OPV volunteers;</li><li>ensure their prison community is aware of relevant faith/belief events and coordinate establishment support for these. Acquire and distribute appropriate faith/belief literature, artefacts and materials;</li><li>contribute to training programmes and materials for staff and volunteers. Be part of the organisation and delivery of Faith Awareness Training for staff;</li><li>represent the chaplaincy team at establishment meetings, committees etc in the absence of the Managing Chaplain;</li><li>actively support the Assessment, Care in Custody and Teamwork (ACCT) process;</li><li>attend relevant boards/meetings and actively contribute either as chair or team member;</li><li>with the agreement of the Managing Chaplain and establishment senior management team and as required, take on additional roles; e.g. Family Liaison Officer, Family Services single point of contact, volunteer coordinator etc;</li><li>be proactive in forging links with their local faith/belief communities and other agencies, as relevant and consider ways in which these communities/agencies may become involved in supporting prisoners on release;</li><li>participate in developing ways for improving and achieving targets as required, undertake and ensure that all relevant administration, data collection and analysis including relevant targets are collated; and</li><li>assist in Probation Approved Premises (APs), with offenders on release into the community, those serving community sentences or other HMPPS funded community initiatives by agreement.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to the job description<h4>Languages</h4>The applicant must be proficient in Tajweed (correct pronunciation of Arabic).<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>Leadership</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £36,151, HM Prison &amp; Probation Service contributes £10,472 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>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.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">counter-terrorist check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.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/14157?entityId=14157" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/14157?entityId=14157</a>

Muslim Prison Chaplain 22hrs per week (Ref: 14157)

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Overview of the job </strong></p><p>This is an administrative role based within the Probation Service (PS) Directorate in HMPPS. The job holder reports to the designated Line Manager and supports the provision of business specific and transactional office-based activities. </p><p>The job holder works collaboratively with other team members to provide reception duties and a range of administrative support services. </p><p>The job holder may be expected to support a number of teams/functions within the operational area and is to offer support and cover during periods of absence, for which training will be provided. </p><p>The job holder must promote diversity and anti-discriminatory practice in the performance of the post in a way that embraces Equality and values Diversity. </p><p>The post holder must adhere to all policies in respect of the sensitive/confidential nature of the information handled whilst working in this position. </p><p>NB: Core Hours include regular unsocial hours (evenings and/or weekends) as determined by the business need. </p><p><strong>Summary </strong></p><p>To provide an effective and efficient first point of contact with all visitors, telephone callers and undertake administrative functions in accordance with service policy and procedures. </p><p><strong>Responsibilities, Activities &amp; Duties </strong></p><p>The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties: </p><ul><li>To be first point of contact for Probation Service and greet people on probation and visitors professionally both face to face and via telephone and email, logging their arrival and departure, ensuring the appropriate member of staff is notified and issue visitor passes and security fobs as necessary.</li><li>Through observation and situational awareness to use tact and diplomacy to diffuse potentially violent situations and recognising where additional support is required, be that internal management or external security/policing presence, and to be alert to conversations that might indicate a safeguarding/risk issue and take appropriate remedial action such as emailing the Probation Practitioner and updating Delius.</li><li>Answer all enquiries, while on Reception, relating to basic information about the Probation Service and local Person on Probation support services such as the provision of food banks, referring more technical enquiries to an appropriate manager.</li><li>To deal with all logistics for a building including managing all mail items, ordering PPE and office stationery, meeting room equipment, taking delivery of items and ensuring they get to the right destination and managing room, hot desk and car parking bookings, support and service meeting rooms including preparing for events and event registration as required.</li><li>To pay bus fares/travel warrants to people on probation and handle day to day petty cash including collection and transport of petty cash and travel warrants between Probation properties.</li><li>To assist in maintaining Health and Safety and security aspects of the building, including acting as key holder, operating the physical security of the building, the testing of fire alarms, testing panic alarms, monitoring CCTV and assisting evacuation measures and where necessary to act as Fire Warden/First Aider and in the absence of a line manager to support risk assessments where trained.</li><li>To log building faults and incidents and keep a log of maintenance and repairs escalating issues through the appropriate channels and making decisions (within guidelines) on the urgency of the faults in order to maintain the security of the building. In the absence of the Senior Admin Officer escorting contractors and visitors around the building.</li></ul><p>Where necessity arises to support the case administration of Person on Probation by providing a confidential and high-level administrative support service to operational teams, to include:</p><ul><li>Process and update computer based and manual files and filing system</li><li>Use a range of computer software in providing comprehensive administration support</li><li>Produce a range of documentation and correspondence</li><li>To access databases for information as necessary and input information as required</li><li>Scanning and archiving data, some of which is sensitive and highly confidential</li></ul><p>The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation Scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the job holder. </p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Qualifications</h4>Qualifications Essential<br>• GCSE A*-C Grade (or equivalent) including Maths and English (and Welsh where <br>applicable) or proven track record in commensurate role<br><br>Qualifications Desirable<br>• IT qualification equivalent, i.e. ECDL/CLAIT or equivalent work experience to the <br>competency level of ECDL<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><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/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>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.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 : 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/14159?entityId=14159" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/14159?entityId=14159</a>

Receptionist - Yorkshire and The Humber Probation Service - York - Full-Time (Ref: 14159)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Do you have the leadership skills to drive high-performing financial operations teams?</p><p>Can you drive innovation and process improvements across financial operations? </p><p>Then we have a role just for you!</p><p>Reporting to the Head of Debt Management, the Senior Debt Operations Manager leads the operational delivery of Companies House financial penalty schemes. The role owns performance of the third-party debt contract, drives data-led improvements to debt strategy and works closely with Enforcement, Finance and cross-government partners to ensure effective, value-for-money debt recovery. </p><p>The debt management function is part of the Core Finance team within the Finance and Commercial directorate. Working closely with our Finance Systems and Data team and the Compliance and Enforcement team to ensure that the penalty schemes are effectively managed operationally. The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (2023) will reform the role of Companies House and improve transparency over UK companies and other legal entities. The Act introduces the biggest changes to Companies House since corporate registrations were established in 1844 and enables us to play a much stronger role in making the UK a great place to do business. This has resulted in Companies House using its powers to issue new financial penalties.</p><p>Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. </p><p><a href="https://brand.companieshouse.gov.uk/d/kdFcWAdRRJUP?utm_source=jobads&amp;utm_medium=HR&amp;utm_campaign=DRD23" target="_blank">Find out more about what a great place Companies House is to work</a></p><p><strong>Please note</strong> - Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p>As Senior Debt Collections Manager, you will lead the financial operations of the Companies House penalty scheme, ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-performing debt collection processes. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership—managing supplier performance, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining robust internal controls. You’ll work closely with internal teams, commercial partners, and government bodies, influencing operational decisions and shaping debt strategy to deliver optimum outcomes.</p><p>In this role you will:</p><ul><li><strong>Lead operational delivery of Companies House financial penalty schemes</strong></li></ul><p>Provides direct leadership to the penalty scheme operations team, setting clear direction, supporting high performance and ensuring consistently high standards of service delivery across all debt collection activity. </p><ul><li><strong>Own third-party debt collection contract performance</strong></li></ul><p>Lead the management of the external debt collection contract, using management information (MI) and performance data to monitor, challenge and optimise supplier delivery. Regularly review KPIs to ensure value for money and strong outcomes for Companies House. </p><ul><li><strong>Stakeholder engagement and collaboration</strong></li></ul><p>Build and maintain strong relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Advise on, and implement, the operational impacts of business change and legislative developments. Key stakeholders include Finance Systems and Data, Compliance and Enforcement teams, operational colleagues, commercial suppliers and cross-government partners.</p><ul><li><strong>Risk Management and Internal Controls</strong></li></ul><p>Implement, monitor and periodically review internal controls to ensure debt collection activity is effective, compliant and well-governed. Support the ongoing review and development of the Companies House Debt Strategy. </p><ul><li><strong>Drive Continuous improvement</strong></li></ul><p>Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and ways of working. Lead and embed improvements that enhance efficiency, effectiveness and customer outcomes across the debt management lifecycle. </p><ul><li><strong>Cross-government engagement</strong></li></ul><p>Represent Companies House in cross-government debt forums and working groups, sharing best practice and ensuring alignment with Government Debt Functional Standards. </p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>We’re looking for the following skills and experience which will be assessed at sift and interview stage.</p><ul><li>Demonstrated understanding of the debt recovery process with significant experience gained in a senior operational role in private or public sector.</li><li>A strong stakeholder manager you will have the ability to build and establish positive relationships with a range of stakeholders to support the delivery of an effective debt management strategy.</li><li>Good interpersonal skills and communication skills.</li><li>Desirable for the individual to be experienced in managing the effectiveness of a contract with experience of establishing and reviewing KPI’s to give optimum outcomes for CH.</li><li>This role may particularly appeal to those with previous exposure to accountancy environments or studies</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £46,744, Companies House contributes £13,541 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>We believe that our success is driven by the well-being and satisfaction of our team members at all levels of the organisation. At Companies House we’re committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring your career journey with us is not only fulfilling, but also rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering a quality work-life balance with our employee wellbeing being central to our working practices. </p><p>Head to <a href="https://brand.companieshouse.gov.uk/d/kdFcWAdRRJUP/working-for-us#/our-benefits" target="_blank">Our benefits - Working for us - Recruitment (companieshouse.gov.uk)</a> to find out more about the fantastic benefits package we have at Companies House. </p><p><strong>We celebrate diversity... </strong></p><p>As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity, being committed to ensuring we’re representative of the citizens we serve and creating an inclusive environment. Everyone in Companies House brings something different, and so will you. To fulfil our commitment to recruiting and attracting diverse talent we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We also welcome applications from Welsh speakers. </p><p>We are proud to be a disability confident leader. Our recruitment process is fully inclusive and we can make adjustments as needed through our process. These could include having an interview buddy, extra time at interviews/assessments and receiving interview questions in advance, to name a few. </p><p>If you require any reasonable adjustments at application stage, or if you'd like to discuss any person-centred adjustments, please contact us by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitmentCH@companieshouse.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitmentCH@companieshouse.gov.uk</a>.</p><p>Read our <a href="https://brand.companieshouse.gov.uk/d/kdFcWAdRRJUP/opportunities-and-how-to-apply#/-/applying-under-the-disability-confident-scheme-dcs" target="_blank">'Applying under the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS)</a>' guide to find out how to successfully complete an application under the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS). </p><p><strong>Where will you be working?</strong></p><p>You will be aligned to our Cardiff office, where you will be expected to attend on a regular basis. We are currently using a hybrid approach to the way we work which provides opportunities for you to be adaptable in the way you work so that you can achieve a healthy balance between your work and home life. The degree of choice you have will depend on your role and your day-to-day work activities. Your manager will agree regular patterns of attendance with you, however you may be required to make yourself available to attend the office more frequently when required to meet business needs.</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.<p><strong>What will the process look like?</strong></p><p><strong>Sift:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Provide a CV - </strong>tell us about your employment history, including key responsibilities and achievements. Please also detail any qualification you have. </li></ul><ul><li><strong>Personal Statement - </strong>we’d like you to write a personal statement totalling 1,000 words.</li></ul><p>This section should demonstrate your suitability for the role and include the following skills:</p><ol><li>Demonstrated understanding of the debt recovery process with significant experience gained in a senior operational role in private or public sector.</li><li>A strong stakeholder manager - you will have the ability to build and establish positive relationships with a range of stakeholders to support the delivery of an effective debt management strategy.</li><li>Good interpersonal skills and communication skills.</li></ol><p>We'd encourage you to use the full word count, and to give us clear examples and evidence of the different elements of the essential minimum criteria.</p><p>We’re committed to being diverse and inclusive, so please make your application anonymous by removing all identifying personal information (such as your name and age) from your personal statement.</p><p>Once the advert has closed, we will sift applications - this involves reading through them all, please bear with us as this can take some time. </p><p>We may raise the score required if we receive a high number of applications. </p><p>At sift we may choose to take through the highest performing candidates to the next stage. If, after the final stage is completed and roles are unfilled, we may proceed to invite lower scoring candidates to interview. </p><h4>Stage 2 – Interview</h4><ul><li>Successful candidates from the sift stage will be invited to a virtual interview.</li><li>As part of your interview, you will be asked to complete a task. This will be a presentation which successful candidates will be asked to prepare in advance. It will further assess your experience of the debt recovery process.</li><li>Details of the task will be sent to candidates after they have booked their interview slot. </li><li>The lead criteria to distinguish between tied candidates will be scores from the Strength based questions.</li><li>A reserve list may be held for up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made for the same or similar roles.</li><li>All offers will be made in merit order.</li></ul><p>Our recruitment process is underpinned by the principle of recruitment based on fair and open competition with decisions made on the basis of merit, as outlined in the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles.</p><p><strong>Key Dates</strong> (dates are indicative only and could be subject to change)</p><ul><li>Closing date:8th February 2026</li><li>Sifting: w/c 9th February 2026</li><li>Interviews w/c: 26th February 2026</li></ul><p><strong>Artificial Intelligence (AI)</strong></p><p>Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.</p><p><strong>Sponsorship</strong></p><p>Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Companies House holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not qualify. Should you apply for this role and require sponsorship, your application may be rejected, and any provisional offers of employment withdrawn. </p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Leane Whelan</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:lwhelan@companieshouse.gov.uk" target="_blank">lwhelan@companieshouse.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitmentch@companieshouse.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitmentch@companieshouse.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>We welcome applications in Welsh / Rydym yn croesawi ceisiadau yn y Gymraeg. Selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit, on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles, our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of appointment on the basis of merit by fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact <a href>infopoint@companieshouse.gov.uk</a> in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the <a href="//civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/”" target="_blank"> Civil Service Commission </a>. <br><br><a href="info@csc.gov.uk”">info@csc.gov.uk</a><br><br>Civil Service Commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road SW1A 2HQ<br><br>

Companies House

Senior Debt Operations Manager

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>We have an exciting new opportunity for a Swimming Teacher, at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. With your passion for teaching, swimming and excellent class programming and instructing skills, you will be full of enthusiasm whilst engaging with our customers and impressing them with your extensive knowledge and expertise.</p><p>All of our swimmer development stages are based on the National Plan for Teaching Swimming, and as such, our Swimming Teachers should hold a minimum of UKCC Level 2. It would be advantageous if you hold a Lifesaving Qualification (NPLQ or NRASTC), however, if you are a motivated and driven individual, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving either of these qualifications.</p><p>There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Your career with us as a Swimming Teacher is a great first step to many different routes including a Swimming Co-ordinator and a Contract Swimming Development Manager.</p><p>In the Swimming Teacher role, we will offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including support with your NPLQ or NRASTC qualifications, enhancing your customer service skills and much more.</p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><ul><li>Passionate about helping people of all ages learn to swim or become stronger, faster, or more confident when swimming.</li><li>You will work with customers in groups and sometimes on a one-to-one basis to motivate and instruct them during their lessons.</li><li>You will be a friendly, approachable, and patient individual with the ability to build trust, encourage and motivate your students.</li><li>You will thrive on supporting students to achieve their potential, drawing on your continual knowledge and experience of industry best practice whilst applying teaching skills in the most effective way.</li><li>Always looking to seek out development opportunities and potential ideas to further improve the service we provide.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Places for People

Swimming Teacher

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>We have an exciting new opportunity for a Gymnastics Instructor, at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. With your passion for teaching, gymnastics and excellent class programming and instructing skills, you will be full of enthusiasm whilst engaging with our customers and impressing them with your extensive knowledge and expertise.</p><p>It would be beneficial if you are a fully qualified Gymnastics Instructor and hold a valid British Gymnastics Membership, along with previous experience in a coaching environment. However, if you are keen to become a Gymnastics Instructor then we would love to hear from you as with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification. </p><p>There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Your career with us as a Gymnastics Instructor is a great first step to many different routes including a Trampoline Instructor and a Gymnastics Head Coach. </p><p>In the Gymnastics Instructor role, we will offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including support with your Gymnastics Instructor qualifications and much more.</p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><ul><li>Passionate about helping people of all ages learn or improve on their Gymnastics skills.</li><li>You will work with customers in groups and sometimes on a one-to-one basis to motivate and instruct them during their lessons.</li><li>You will use your positive energy and enthusiasm to assist the Head Gymnastics Coach in preparing engaging and fun lesson plans.</li><li>You will be a friendly, approachable, and patient individual with the ability to build trust, encourage and motivate your students.</li><li>You will thrive on supporting students to achieve their potential, drawing on your continual knowledge and experience of industry best practice whilst applying teaching skills in the most effective way.</li><li>Always looking to seek out development opportunities and potential ideas to further improve the service we provide.</li><li>Work as a team to keep our facilities clean and safe, adhering to regulations and our company procedures. Our teams maintain consistent standards; therefore, you will want to be your best, in everything you do. </li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Gymnastics Coach

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>This a varied and interesting role, as Duty Manager you will wear many hats! Such as managing, recruiting and training staff, dealing with customer's concerns, driving up memberships, preparing reports and attending meetings. You will represent the Places Leisure and you will need to be a motivated individual who will take on responsibility to lead a team and ensure the efficient day to day running of the centre.</p><p>You will need a flexible approach to work being open to working shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays.</p><p>For more information please download our job profile available on our website.</p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><p>With this role you will be managing a large team, so previous experience in a supervisory/management capacity within a leisure facility would be desirable. As a Duty Manager you will become one of our registered first aiders and therefore first aid experience would set you apart from other candidates. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service and leadership skills.</p><p><strong>It is essential that you hold a NPLQ qualification. </strong></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Duty Manager

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>Within this work role, you will carry out all general day to day maintenance within the leisure centre, which can result in a varied and exciting work programme. You will plan and implement work schedules, carrying out work yourself where you can or contacting contractors for any unexpected issues. You will help monitor current contractors, ensuring that they are completing test and inspections in a timely manner i.e. periodic testing to comply with regulations.</p><p>You will deliver a high level of service, comfort and safety for users of the centres. Along with the Technical team it will be your joint responsibility to ensure that all equipment and facilities are fully functioning, and you will supply maintenance reports and updates to the Contract Technical Manager on a regular basis.</p><p>For more information please download our job profile available on our website.</p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><p>The successful applicant will have experience of working within a maintenance role, ideally with a trade qualification. You must have an awareness of health and safety, especially within public spaces and ideally a hold a Pool Plant Operator's Certificate. You will need excellent communication skills as you will be required to liaise with external contractors. Ideally you will be able to demonstrate at interview your excellent customer service skills and experience.</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Maintenance Technician

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>We have an exciting new opportunity as a Lifeguard at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best.</p><p>A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) would be beneficial, however if you are safety conscious, a competent swimmer and eager to gain valuable life skills, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification.</p><p>There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Starting your career with us as a Lifeguard is a great first step to many different routes including Operational Management, Sales, Fitness or Customer Service.</p><p>In the Lifeguard Role, we will offer ongoing training &amp; competency assessments as well as opportunities for first aid at work training, swimming teacher qualifications and a variety of apprenticeship routes.</p><p><strong>A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential. </strong></p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><ul><li>You will be responsible for the supervision of our customers and other lifeguards using our swimming and pool facilities.</li><li>You will always act safely whilst holding responsibility for the Health and Safety of all pool users and oversee the operations of the building.</li><li>You will have excellent attention to detail, ensuring the safety of our customers whilst they are enjoying the use of our facilities.</li><li>You will have a passion for delivering first class customer service and deal with customers in a friendly and professional manner whilst going above and beyond to deliver the highest of standards.</li><li>You will have an eye for first class cleanliness and will put this into action whenever required.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Lifeguard

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>As a Recreation Assistant it will be your responsibility to maintain the Health and Safety of the centre at all times including carrying out cleaning duties and preparing activity areas for all planned sessions. You will make sure all of the Centres equipment is stored in a safe and secure way when not being used. You will work alongside the Duty Manager and report any matters of concern and carry out patrols.</p><p>For more information please download our job profile available on our website.</p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><p>The successful applicant will have a friendly, approachable manner and deliver excellent customer service to our customers. You will assist with first aid when required so ideally have some experience. You will ideally have worked within a similar role. Experience carrying out some cleaning duties and maintaining equipment would set you apart from other candidates.</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Recreation Assistant

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More About the Role:</strong></p><p>We have an exciting new opportunity for a Reception and Sales colleague, (internally known as a Placemaker) at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. You will be highly organised and thrive on delivering excellent customer service whilst promoting a helpful and welcoming environment that offers a positive first impression to all prospective and existing members.</p><p></p><p>Previous experience in a sales and customer service environment would be beneficial, however, if you are a naturally proactive and self-motivated individual, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you with the training and tools to succeed in this role and beyond.</p><p></p><p>There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Your career with us as a Placemaker is a great first step to many different routes including a Placemaker Assistant Manager and Placemaker Manager.</p><p>In the Placemaker role, we will offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including Customer Service and Sales learning through our training partners, regular webinars and seminars to develop sales performance as well as opportunities to develop cross skills in lifeguarding, swimming teaching &amp; more.</p><p></p><p><strong>More About You: </strong></p><ul><li>You will have the inherent ability to create personable and meaningful relationships with customers in a unique and relevant way.</li><li>You will be able to multi-task and manage daily operational tasks with strong execution and confidence.</li><li>Be an advocate for the benefits of physical activity and contribute to our mission of creating active places and healthy people.</li><li>You will have the ability to use sales tools and techniques documented by Places Leisure membership management.</li><li>Sales focused and target driven individual.</li><li>You will have a passion for delivering first class customer service and deal with customers in a friendly and professional manner whilst going above and beyond to deliver the highest level of standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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Reception and Customer Service (Placemaker)

<p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>As Sales &amp; Marketing Manager, you'll play a central role in shaping how Places for People presents itself to customers, partners, and the wider marketplace. You'll elevate the quality, consistency, and reach of our marketing and communications, helping us build vibrant new communities and strengthen our brand presence across both New Homes and Shared Ownership. You'll also work closely with a range of partners and stakeholders involved in major projects including housing partners and internal marketing colleagues, and external creative, digital, and print suppliers ensuring our developments are promoted effectively and cohesively. With a strong focus on creative marketing delivery, you'll ensure our schemes stand out – from the way we communicate online to the experience customers receive on-site<strong> and b</strong><strong>uild</strong> and <strong>execute</strong> tailored strategies </p><p>You'll take ownership of the marketing journey and customer experience across multiple developments, ensuring everything from signage and show home presentation to campaign activity and collateral meets a consistently high standard. Working closely with the Sales, Marketing &amp; Investments Director, you will shape strategy for upcoming schemes, build tailored campaigns for diverse buying routes, and continually refine our processes to improve performance and customer satisfaction. The role requires strong commercial awareness, the ability to understand the local market landscape, and the confidence to recommend targeted actions based on insight and data. </p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><p><em>Please note: Assessments are used within this role as part of our shortlisting phase.</em></p><p>To be eligible for an interview you must be able to demonstrate the following essential criteria in your application: </p><ul><li><strong>Experience within a Marketing Manager role </strong>within the New Homes/Developments sector, with a proven ability to deliver effective multichannel marketing campaigns that enhance customer engagement and support scheme performance. </li><li><strong>Line management experience</strong>, including coaching, developing, and motivating teams to achieve high standards of customer experience and overall commercial outcomes. </li><li><strong>The ability to manage marketing budgets confidently</strong>, ensuring spend is targeted, monitored, and delivers strong value and measurable outcomes for each scheme. </li><li><strong>Ability to manage projects independently</strong>, taking ownership of deadlines, campaign delivery, onsite presentation, and cross-functional coordination to maintain consistent brand standards. </li></ul><p>You are commercially minded, with a clear understanding of the wider housing market, competitor activity, and current trends. You're confident analysing performance, responding to market shifts, and making informed recommendations that strengthen our brand, enhance engagement, and support overall scheme success. As a people leader, you're skilled in setting clear expectations, inspiring your team, and driving high performance through coaching, development, and consistent communication. </p><p><strong>At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers!</strong> So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply – you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone who does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading social enterprise, we don't discriminate based on any protected attribute. In fact, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving communities for both our customers and employees. </p><p><strong>So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!</strong></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse, and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: </p><ul><li>Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly </li></ul><ul><li>Pension with matched contributions up to 7% </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave </li></ul><ul><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year </li></ul><ul><li>Competitive Bonus </li></ul><ul><li>Company Car/Car Allowance </li></ul><ul><li>Training and development </li></ul><ul><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. </li></ul>





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Sales & Marketing Manager

<p>We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.</p><p>We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.</p><p><strong>More about your role</strong></p><p>We have an exciting new opportunity for a Group Workout Instructor, at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best. With your previous experience in the fitness industry, specifically personal and group training, you will be full of enthusiasm and love talking with people whilst motivating them to push themselves to achieve their aims in a safe and encouraging manner. </p><p>All our Group Workout Instructors should hold a qualification suitable for delivery of our world-class Group Workout Programme. However, if you are a motivated and driven individual, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification. </p><p><strong>More about you</strong></p><ul><li>You'll be enthusiastic about delivering group workouts to large and small classes in a fast-paced environment, where you will easily be able to hold the attention of a room full of people and your charisma will shine through.</li><li>With your strong people skills, you will always put the customers' needs at the forefront of everything you do and have the ability to create personable and meaningful relationships.</li><li>You will have exceptional time management skills.</li><li>Maintain an interest in your continuous personal development by maintaining a high level of knowledge and play an active part in keeping on top of new trends within the industry.</li><li>You will be comfortable working with customers of all abilities, no matter what stage they are in their fitness journey.</li><li>Work as a team to keep our facilities clean and safe, adhering to regulations and our company procedures. Our teams maintain consistent standards; therefore, you will want to be your best, in everything you do.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.</p><p>We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:</p><ul><li>We align with the Real Living Wage foundation</li><li>A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%</li><li>Full Health &amp; Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors</li><li>Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)</li><li>An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development</li><li>Access to our Company Pension scheme</li><li>Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year</li><li>Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes</li><li>Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.</li></ul>





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