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<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6478/Parkroyal_Community_School_-_Privacy_notice_for_school_workforce.pdf" target="_blank">Parkroyal_Community_School_-_Privacy_notice_for_school_workforce</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6480/Midday_JD_Parkroyal_Community_School_-_Jan_2026.docx.pdf" target="_blank">Midday_JD_Parkroyal_Community_School_-_Jan_2026.docx</a></li>
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Application forms can be found on our website at <a href="http://www.parkroyalcs.org/staff-vacancies" target="_blank">www.parkroyalcs.org/staff-vacancies</a>
Completed application forms should be returned by email to <a href="mailto:c.batt@parkroyalcs.org" target="_blank">sbm@parkroyalcs.org</a>
Closing date for applications is Monday 26th January 2026.



We are a large community primary school situated in a town centre location. &nbsp;
We would like to appoint a temporary part-time Midday Assistant to join our team of lunchtime staff. The position would suit a person interested in working with children to ensure the enjoyment and safety of pupils over the lunchtime period. You need to be someone who enjoys being with children, is happy being outside on brisk, wintry days and hot, sunny days. You are required to assist the children in getting their lunch, encourage them to eat their lunch and ensure that the school’s behaviour policy is applied effectively. In addition, the children would like you to be helpful, understanding, patient, caring and fun. The role may also require a first aid qualification to be undertaken.
Parkroyal Community School places the highest priority on Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to stringent vetting, and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS.
To obtain an application form either visit the school's website, email <a href="mailto:sbm@parkroyalcs.org" target="_blank">sbm@parkroyalcs.org</a> or telephone the school on 01625 426083.&nbsp;
Completed application forms should be returned by email to <a href="mailto:sbm@parkroyalcs.org" target="_blank">sbm@parkroyalcs.org</a>.

Midday Assistant

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6482/AAAD5067_-_Bursar_Grade_7.doc" target="_blank">AAAD5067_-_Bursar_Grade_7</a></li>
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Thank you for your interest in our job vacancy. Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role.



Bursar / School Business Manager (SBM)
Kingsley Community Primary and Nursery School Grade 7 | 25 hours per week (with some flexibility)
Kingsley Community Primary and Nursery School is a friendly, welcoming school at the heart of our community. We are proud of the warm relationships between our children, families and staff, and we work together to ensure every child feels safe, valued and able to thrive.
We are now looking for a Bursar / School Business Manager to join our team and help support the smooth running of the school behind the scenes. This is a key role, working closely with the Headteacher and Governors, ensuring that our finances, administration, staffing and premises are well managed so that our teachers can focus on what matters most – our children.
About the role
As our Bursar / SBM, you will be the friendly, professional lead for the school’s business and administrative functions. Your work will help keep the school organised, financially secure and well supported.
Your responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Managing the school’s budget, keeping track of spending and helping plan for the future</li>
<li>Providing clear and helpful financial advice to the Headteacher and Governing Body</li>
<li>Overseeing day-to-day finance, including invoices, income, school fund and reporting</li>
<li>Managing staffing administration, including contracts, payroll processes and recruitment support</li>
<li>Leading and supporting our office, caretaking, cleaning and lunchtime teams</li>
<li>Supporting the Governing Body</li>
<li>Overseeing premises and contracts</li>
<li>Exploring and managing funding and fundraising opportunities</li>
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Who we’re looking for
We are looking for someone who is:
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<li>Organised, calm and reliable, with a good eye for detail</li>
<li>Confident working with budgets, finance and administration</li>
<li>Comfortable working with people at all levels, including staff, governors, parents and external partners</li>
<li>Experienced in managing or supporting staff</li>
<li>Able to use IT systems confidently, including spreadsheets and school or finance systems</li>
<li>Discreet and professional, able to handle sensitive information with care</li>
</ul>
Experience in a school setting is helpful, but we also welcome applicants from other backgrounds who can bring strong organisational, financial and people skills.
What we offer
At Kingsley, you will be joining a kind and supportive team who value collaboration and mutual respect. We offer:
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<li>A welcoming, community-focused school environment</li>
<li>A role that makes a real difference to children’s education and wellbeing</li>
<li>Flexible working hours (25 hours per week, by agreement)</li>
<li>Support and development within a trusted and respected leadership team</li>
</ul>
If you enjoy being part of a busy, friendly workplace and want to play a key role in supporting a thriving primary school, we would love to hear from you. If you would like further information, or to arrange to visit our school, please contact <a href="mailto:admin@kingsleycp.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@kingsleycp.cheshire.sch.uk</a>
Closing date &amp; shortlisting: 28th January
Interviews will be held: Monday 2nd February

Business Manager

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6497/Bursar_January_2026_advert.pdf" target="_blank">Bursar_January_2026_advert</a></li>
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Thank you for your interest in our job vacancy. Please complete the application as fully as possible and explain any gaps in your employment history. We would like to understand more about how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the job description and person specification for the role.



Position: School Bursar Hours: 35 hours per week ( 5 days: Monday - Friday 8:45am - 3:45pm) or 28 hours per week (4 days 8:45am - 3:45pm - days to be negotiated) Salary: Grade 7 FTE £31,537 - £34,434 - (actual £25,740 - £28,104 (5 days) or £20,592 - £22,483 (4 days) Contract: Permanent Contract: 39 week contract (school term times) DBS check: Enhanced Closing date: 12:00pm noon Friday 30th January 2026 Interviews: Tuesday 3rd February 2026 Starting date: Monday 23rd February 2026
 Chelford CE Primary School is a successful, rural school serving the thriving village of Chelford, set within the heart of the Cheshire countryside between Knutsford and Macclesfield. We are delighted to offer the opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly-motivated and creative person to play a vital role in supporting the School vision and assisting the School’s continued growth and development. The successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient and secure management of the School’s finances, procurement, aspects of HR, premises and administration on a day-to-day basis, reporting to and working in liaison with the Headteacher and Governors. The role will also involve managing the Management Information System (Arbor), to include completing the termly census, annual school workforce census and Health and Safety duties as detailed below. Although it is desirable for applicants to have had previous relevant experience in an education setting, it is not essential and therefore applications will be welcomed from those who can offer appropriate skills and experience outside education. The post requires good organisational skills, the ability to think strategically and someone who is empathetic towards education and learning. We are looking to appoint someone who is a strong communicator; who can demonstrate excellent numeracy and literacy skills; who can problem solve, and who has leadership qualities. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate commitment to the School’s vision and ethos, show integrity, self- awareness, excellent interpersonal skills, a good sense of humour and flexibility to work within a small school community.
 The role is offered for 5 days or 4 days, depending on the candidate’s preference. A five-day post equates to 35 hours per week on a 39-week contract (Monday - Friday); a four-day post is 28 hours per week on a 39-week contract. Chelford CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. The appointment will only be confirmed after successful DBS checks and relevant safeguarding checks have been carried out.
 Application forms and job descriptions can be downloaded from our website: For further information please contact Mr Andy Brady (Headteacher) email: <a href="mailto:head@chelford.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">head@chelford.cheshire.sch.uk</a> / 01625 861351

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6489/JD_-_Environmental_Protection_Technical_Officer__Career_Grade__v2_-_02.06.20.doc" target="_blank">JD_-_Environmental_Protection_Technical_Officer__Career_Grade__v2_-_02.06.20</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Please fully complete the online application form.
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Tackling fly tipping is a key priority for the Council , we have recently doubled the size of &nbsp;&nbsp;the Environmental Enforcement Team and are seeking &nbsp;three additional&nbsp; officers to join the expanding team. We are looking for forward thinking officers, who are able to problem solve, confident in speaking to people and able to carry out investigations.
Duties include investigating environmental crime such as fly-tipping and duty of care offences in residential and commercial settings.
The post holder will be responsible for gathering evidence, interviewing people, responding to customer concerns and working with other Council Services,&nbsp; partner agencies and neighbouring authorities as part of the role. They will take &nbsp;appropriate action in order to achieve the desired outcome including issuing statutory and fixed penalty notices and undertaking prosecutions.
The successful applicants will have a background knowledge of Environmental Legislation; be able to carry out an investigation, effectively communicate with members of the public and manage potentially confrontational situations.
A Confident and Connected Borough
Sefton is the northern borough of Liverpool City Region with more than 273,000 residents.
Boasting 22 miles of stunning coastline, Sefton is a leading coastal tourist destination with a flourishing visitor economy. Spanning the busy Port of Liverpool, the famous Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ installation, attractive beaches, and dunes, to the resort town of Southport, the diversity of the Borough provides a unique mix of urban and natural setting.
You will be working in a diverse and exciting borough with a world renown racecourse and famous golf courses alongside National Trust nature reserves where people can enjoy a great work-life balance.&nbsp; With excellent transport links Sefton is well placed for accessing cities across the Northwest, including Liverpool and Manchester.
Sefton is a vibrant local authority that is already on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting Vision 2030. This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected Borough.
Closing Date - 02/02/2026
Provisional Interview Date - W/C 09/03/2026

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Sefton Council LGA Peer Review - 2022

Technical Officer Environmental Enforcement

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6496/Jan_2026_-_Senior_Admin_Officer_JD.pdf" target="_blank">Jan_2026_-_Senior_Admin_Officer_JD</a></li>
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Please Apply Online Via: <a href="https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/300413HSJ" target="_blank">https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/300413HSJ</a>



St Edward’s Church of England Academy
RISE Senior Admin Officer
Contract Hours:&nbsp; 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year
Salary: &nbsp;Outer London Scale 4, SP 7-10 (FTE: £30,285 - £31,610 / Actual: £26,614 - £27,778 per annum).
Contract Term:&nbsp;&nbsp;Part Time/Permanent
Start Date:&nbsp; March 2026
Join Our Support Team at St Edward’s Church of England Academy.
We are seeking an experienced and organised Senior Administrative Officer to lead our busy school office. This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth operations and includes a key responsibility for managing the administration of the DfE RISE Attendance and Behaviour Hub.&nbsp;
You will:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Provide high-level administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team.</li>
<li>Coordinate Hub activities, meetings, and reporting.</li>
<li>Oversee office systems and procedures.</li>
<li>Act as a point of contact for staff, parents, and external agencies.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
If you are a skilled administrator with excellent organisational and communication abilities, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
We are situated in Romford within easy travel and road links to both London and Essex. If you would like an informal discussion about the post, or you would like to visit the school, please contact the Maria Driscoll (Headteachers PA) on <a href="mailto:info@steds.org.uk" target="_blank">info@steds.org.uk</a> &nbsp;We look forward to receiving your application.&nbsp;
Closing date: Friday 23 January 2026 at 5.00pm
Interviews: w/c 26 January 2026
To apply, please visit <a href="https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/300413HSJ" target="_blank">https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/300413HSJ</a>
Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.
In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.&nbsp; Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you’d prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, we’ll facilitate this wherever we can – whether to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work-life balance. We’re keen to ensure we’re designing an organisation that works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups.

Senior Admin Officer

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To apply for this post, please complete an application form and provide a supporting statement on your suitability for the post to Mrs E J Casewell, Headteacher Applications should be returned to <a href="mailto:recruitment@shavington.academy" target="_blank">recruitment@shavington.academy</a>
Application packs are available from the Academy website: <a href="http://www.shavington.academy" target="_blank">www.shavington.academy</a> or by emailing: <a href="mailto:recruitment@shavington.academy" target="_blank">recruitment@shavington.academy</a>
Please note that only fully completed Academy applications forms will be considered



SHAVINGTON ACADEMY
Rope Lane, Shavington, Cheshire CW2 5DH
Tel: 01270 260717
Email: <a href="mailto:recruitment@shavington.academy" target="_blank">recruitment@shavington.academy</a> Website: <a href="http://www.shavington.academy" target="_blank">www.shavington.academy</a> 
Headteacher: Mrs Emma Casewell
Applications are invited for the part-time permanent post of Midday Assistant
Required to start ASAP
Salary £4,160 per annum
Permanent 7.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 12.20pm-1.50pm
Due to the continued growth of the Academy, Trustees/Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and driven individual to join it’s friendly and dedicated midday assistant team.
Duties will include preparation of the Café prior to lunch being served, supervision of pupils during the lunch break, cleaning of the Café after the lunch break and working in close collaboration with the Catering Team.
Please note we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Shavington Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment
All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks and completion of Level 2 safeguarding training
Closing Date: Friday 30th January 2026 @ 12 noon
Interviews: Week Commencing Monday 2nd February 2026
To apply for this post, please complete an application form and provide a supporting statement on your suitability for the post to Mrs E J Casewell, Headteacher Applications should be returned to <a href="mailto:recruitment@shavington.academy" target="_blank">recruitment@shavington.academy</a>
Application packs are available from the Academy website: <a href="http://www.shavington.academy" target="_blank">www.shavington.academy</a> or by emailing: <a href="mailto:recruitment@shavington.academy" target="_blank">recruitment@shavington.academy</a>
Please note that only fully completed Academy applications forms will be considered

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Salary: NJC 24-27 £35,412 - £38,220 (FTE) £31,978 - £34,406 (Actual salary) + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: 37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year Contract: Permanent Closing date: 26th January Interview date: TBC Start date: ASAPWe're looking for an Attendance Manager who can help every pupil at Lift Firth Park reach their potential by improving attendance. You'll lead our dedicated attendance team, driving a culture where every day in school counts. To succeed in this role, you'll need to build positive, professional relationships with pupils, parents and wider stakeholders - always with a focus on removing barriers and encouraging engagement.About the role Good attendance is the foundation of success at school. As our Attendance Manager, you'll lead on attendance tracking, working closely with pupils, families and colleagues to identify patterns, remove barriers, and support those who need help to attend regularly. You'll:<ul><li>Monitor and analyse attendance data daily and weekly</li><li>Work with families and pupils to tackle persistent absence</li><li>Deliver and support interventions to improve attendance</li><li>Be a point of contact for external agencies and services</li><li>Promote a culture where excellent attendance is recognised and celebrated</li></ul>You'll work as part of our committed pastoral team, ensuring no pupil is left behind. This is a role where attention to detail, empathy and strong communication skills really matter.About our schoolLift Firth Park is a vibrant, mixed secondary school for students aged 11-16. Located in Shiregreen, Sheffield, we serve around 1,200 pupils and reflect a richly diverse community, with more than a third of students speaking English as an additional language.The school is currently undergoing an exciting period of transformational change, and we are already seeing its positive impact-in the classroom, across the curriculum and throughout our culture. This is an excellent time to join our team. We are looking for individuals who share our dedication to inclusive, aspirational education and who are excited to contribute to our renewed vision and ambitious future.We would warmly welcome visits to the school, please contact us.Who is Lift Schools?We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.We offer you:<ul><li>Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.</li><li>Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.</li><li>Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Lead Attendance Officer

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6523/Licensing_Team_Manager_JD___2___1_.pdf" target="_blank">Licensing_Team_Manager_JD___2___1_</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.



Job Title:&nbsp;Licensing Team Manager
Language:&nbsp;UK
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Organisation:&nbsp;Hackney Council Anonymous Apps &gt; Climate, Homes and Economy
Job Number:&nbsp;HCAA02755
Service:&nbsp;Property &amp; Asset Management
DBS Required:&nbsp;No
Organisation Logo:&nbsp;Hackney Council
Agreement Type:&nbsp;Fixed Term / Secondment
Work Pattern:&nbsp;Full Time
Contracted Hours:&nbsp;36
Grade:&nbsp;PO8
SCP Range:&nbsp;£63,816 - £64,938
The Role:
24 months Fixed Term/Secondment Opportunity&nbsp;
Hackney is an exciting, diverse and vibrant borough, home to people from all walks of life and where 89 languages are spoken.
We have an eclectic mix of housing and one in three households now rents in the private sector. Housing across London is experiencing unprecedented pressure, with rents rocketing as demand increases. In response, Hackney’s Mayor has pledged to tackle poor housing conditions and management practices. The Council is using new powers and expanded licensing schemes to improve standards, helping to ensure that private rented properties across the borough are safe, well managed and property licensed, contributing to a fair and well-regulated borough.
We are seeking an experienced Licensing Team Manager to lead a key area of our Property Licensing Service. You will manage staff, oversee operational delivery, and ensure regulatory requirements are applied consistently across the borough. Working closely with the Senior Management Team, you will help shape service priorities, improve systems and deliver a high-quality, customer-focused service that makes a real difference to residents' lives in Hackney.
The ideal candidate will be a qualified Environmental Health Officer with significant experience in property licensing and team management, although candidates with equivalent professional qualifications and relevant experience will also be considered. They will have a comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks, and excellent communication skills, enabling them to engage effectively with residents, colleagues, councillors, and external stakeholders. Experience of enforcement actions, tribunal processes, appeals, and using Metastreet software would be desirable.
Successful candidates will be joining a friendly team, committed to ensuring safe and well managed homes for people who live in Hackney.
About Us:
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
Prior to applying for a vacancy for a secondment opportunity, please liaise with your line manager and inform them of your interest in applying for the role.
This application process replaces a supporting statement.
Closing date for applications: 28 Janauary 2025 (22:59)
Interview date: 10 February 2026
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>
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Expiration Date:&nbsp;28/01/2026

London Borough of Hackney

Licensing Team Manager

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Salary: Apprentices will be paid Living Wage Foundations Voluntary Living Wage (VLW) - currently £13.85 per hour (London) and those with a Level 3 qualification will be paid NJC 6 £29,856 FTE annually + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefitsHours: Full Time, 38 weeks Contract: Fixed termStart date: As soon as possible Are you looking for a fulfilling career?We're looking for a dedicated teaching assistant to join our supportive team at Lift Bexleyheath. You're someone who'll be able to:<ul><li>Support and adapt learning for pupils in any phase.</li><li>Be robust, resilient and take pride in helping students who can sometimes find school life challenging.</li><li>Be flexible, positive and compassionate.</li></ul>We value the skills and dedication of our teaching assistants. To support the best outcomes for our students, we require a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). If you don't yet hold this qualification, don't worry! We'll invest in your development by enrolling you in our Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Programme, helping you gain the behaviours, skills and experience you need to thrive in the role.About Lift BexleyheathThe school is located in Bexleyheath, just 30 minutes from central London by train, and offers an excellent environment to both live and work. With a brand-new sixth form centre and investment in teaching spaces, it's an exciting time to join our team.We're proud to say that Lift Bexleyheath is on a journey of sustained improvement and innovation. You'll be joining a school with strong leadership and a shared determination to achieve the very best for every student.Who is Lift Schools?We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.We offer you:<ul><li>Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.</li><li>Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.</li><li>Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.</li></ul>The role is due to commence as soon as possible. This is a full time, fixed term position.Closing date: 6 February 2026Interviews: 26 February 2026We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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Modern Workplace Engineer £45,750 - £49,056 per annum Modern Workplace Engineer on a permanent basis. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on telephony and collaboration technologies, playing a key part in ensuring council staff have reliable, secure and user-friendly communications tools. Please note this is a hybrid role, with candidates required on site up to 2 days per week. The role As a Modern Workplace Engineer, you will: <ul><li>Provide expert support for telephony and unified communications, with a strong focus on Microsoft Teams Phones, calling policies and user configuration</li> <li>Support users across modern workplace tools including Teams, M365 applications, laptops and remote working solutions</li> <li>Install, configure and maintain end-user devices, software and telephony solutions to ensure high availability and performance</li> <li>Troubleshoot and resolve complex incidents relating to voice, collaboration and connectivity, taking ownership through to resolution</li> <li>Work closely with users and stakeholders to improve adoption and effective use of telephony and collaboration tools</li> <li>Ensure secure and compliant IT operations by adhering to IT policies, security standards and best practice</li> </ul> Key skills required As a Modern Workplace Engineer, you must have: <ul><li>Strong experience supporting enterprise telephony solutions, ideally Microsoft Teams Phones or similar unified communication platforms including creating channels</li> <li>Experience supporting user-facing technology in a complex organisation</li> <li>Knowledge of incident management, systems installation and network connectivity</li> <li>Experience using endpoint management tools such as Intune, alongside productivity and collaboration platforms</li> <li>Excellent communication skills and a strong customer-service mindset</li> <li>The ability to work proactively, solve problems and support digital and telephony adoption across the organisation</li> </ul> Please view JD here closing date: 25th January 2026 Interviews to to held 29th January 2026 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Modern Workplace Engineer

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Community Library Officer(&nbsp;)(Job ref: 3965) Starting salary:&nbsp;£34,989 (£17,494.50 pro rata) Job Level:&nbsp;Level 2, Zone 1 Work Location: Various Libraries across Camden&nbsp; Hours per week: 18 hours&nbsp; Contract type:&nbsp;3 xPermanent&nbsp; Closing date: Wednesday 28th February 2026 at 23:55 Interviews to be held: TBC Alternative flexible working options available / open to discussion Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. About us&nbsp; Camden’s libraries are trusted, welcoming spaces at the heart of our communities. They support learning, creativity and connection, helping people of all ages access information, digital services and community activities. The role As a Community Library Officer, you will support the day-to-day running of a local library, ensuring a high-quality, inclusive service for all users. You will help deliver community activities and events, support customers to access books, digital resources and technology, and work with partners to reduce digital exclusion. You’ll also carry out core library duties such as enquiries, stock management, cash handling and opening and closing the building. About you You’ll enjoy working with people from all backgrounds and have strong customer service and communication skills. You’ll be organised, flexible and comfortable using digital technology, with an understanding of the important role libraries play in local communities. Experience To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by clicking&nbsp;HERE Working for Camden We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we’re supporting our communities, and we’ll redefine what a career can be. If that sounds good to you, we’d love to talk. At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits as well as joining a flexible working employer. Click&nbsp;HEREto&nbsp;see full details of our benefits. Additional information&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please&nbsp;CLICK HERE To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile under the “About You” section. Inclusion and Belonging At Camden, we want every colleague to feel they belong and can thrive. We welcome applications from all parts of our community, and particularly encourage people from Black, Asian and Other Ethnic Heritage communities, LGBTQ+ people, disabled and neurodiverse people, survivors of domestic abuse, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds or with care experience. We know that different voices and perspectives make us stronger, and we are committed to providing the support, adjustments and flexibility people need to succeed. Click&nbsp;here&nbsp;for more information on our commitment. Asking for Adjustments At Camden, we are committed to making our recruitment process barrier-free and accessible for everyone. If you need us to do something differently during the application, interview or assessment process, just let us know and we will support you. This could include providing information in an alternative format, extra time in assessments, or adjustments for disabled, neurodiverse or long-term health conditions. Please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or by post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG. We’ll work with you to make sure the process works for you.

Camden Council

Community Library Officer

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£6,886.31 - £7,104.88 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefitsPart Time, Fixed term until August 202612 hours per week, 39 weeks per year Immediate StartAs a Teaching Assistant you will:<ul><li>Work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences across the curriculum.</li><li>Support the personal, social and emotional development of our youngest children, helping them feel safe, happy and ready to learn.</li><li>Assist with the planning and preparation of high quality learning activities and resources.</li><li>Provide targeted support for individual children, including those with additional needs, ensuring every child can thrive.</li><li>Promote a warm, caring and inclusive environment where every child feels valued.</li></ul>Lift Hamford is a vibrant school within the Lift Schools network, rated Good in November 2022, and proudly serves our coastal community. We are committed to ensuring every child is given the very best opportunities to achieve strong outcomes, with high-quality learning at the heart of everything we do. In January 2026, we proudly opened a brand new nursery class for two, three and four year-olds, further strengthening our early years provision. The nursery provides a nurturing, stimulating environment that supports children's development from the very start of their learning journey and reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional early education and care for local families.Come and visit us!We would love to show you around and talk about this exciting opportunity. For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact us.Closing date : 1st February 2026Who is Lift Schools?We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.We offer you:<ul><li>Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.</li><li>Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.</li><li>Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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We are rated GOOD by Ofsted &amp; OUTSTANDING with Services for Young People Leaving Care!Our Social Care workforce provides services to children, young people and their families day in and day out, making a positive impact on the lives of people within the community. The dedication, professionalism and strength of our Children's workforce is demonstrated every day, and we are always interested in hearing from qualified social workers who share our commitment. The child’s voice is central to all our work &amp; we know to achieve this and test whether we are getting this right with health checks.Take a Look at Our New Children’s Services Social Work Academy site.The St Helens Social Work Academy is all about continuous professional development in social work, supporting you at every stage of your social work career, focused on People, Promotion, Progression and Performance. The Academy supports social workers throughout their career journey to achieve better outcomes for our children and families and onto new career opportunities in the authority. Take a look at our new site here <a href="https://socialworkacademypartnership.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Social Care Academy - Social Care Recruitment</a> We are St Helens CouncilLocated in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce. St Helens council is on a mission to be a leading Council for best practice and an employer of choice for individuals seeking a rewarding role and career.Our Social Workers make all the difference by managing a protected caseload within a framework of supervision, including the referral, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of appropriate action to ensure that resources are utilised effectively to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, families, and carers. To apply for one of our Social Worker or Senior Social Worker roles, it is essential that you have the following knowledge and understanding:<ul><li>1989 Children Act, the 2004 Act and other relevant legislation and statutory guidance. </li><li>Knowledge of Safeguarding and the Social Workers’ role and responsibility in relation to Safeguarding Children. </li><li>Knowledge of Looked After Children procedures and guidance. </li><li>CQSW, CSS, Dip SW or Social Work Degree </li><li>Registered Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England or will apply for registration before taking up the post.</li><li>Willingness to undertake all essential training is essential.</li></ul> This is an exciting opportunity for you to utilise existing skills and develop new ones. There are so many reasons to choose St Helens including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer (full details on our careers pages) You will receive continuous support, development, and career progression opportunities on your journey with us. Check out our most recent Social Worker Health Check attached with this advert.Working as part of our Adoption Team at St Helens Council means you will enjoy a wide range of competitive salary and benefits, flexible working, and continuous development at all career stages. We are a strong, resilient Council, that respects and values the individuality and diversity that every employee brings We encourage applications from all sections of the community to enable us to represent the neighbourhoods in which we serve.Making a difference at St Helens as a Senior Social Worker in Adoption.Joining us as an experienced Social Worker in Adoption means you will provide expertise commensurate with your role, experience and grade acting as invaluable resource to the team and department working in a diverse, challenging and rewarding environment. If you are an experienced social worker who really likes to make a difference and is keen to take on the challenge then, you can read our full job description and person specification criteria documents for full information along with application submission information.St Helens is a great place to work so why not see what our colleagues have to say and to discover our full range of in work benefits.We understand that you may have some questions so if you would like to explore any aspect of this role before applying you are welcome to discuss this with us by submitting an expression of interest request to <a href="mailto:socialcarerecruitment@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">socialcarerecruitment@sthelens.gov.uk</a> and a member of the Fostering &amp; Adoption team will be in touch to discuss any questions you might have.This is a hybrid position with some home working, however the post will require you to be based at our offices in St Helens and be able to attend the St Helens area regularly as part of your work.Thank you for your interest in working for Children’s Services St Helens Council and we look forward to receiving your application. We are currently offering an additional £4,000 Welcome Gesture to the first 4 Post Qualified Experienced Social Workers appointed (Terms &amp; Conditions Apply, please contact us for further details).We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below.St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment. Equality &amp; DiversityWe encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles

St Helens Metropolitan Council

Social Worker - Adoption

Job Title: Senior SEND Resolutions Officer Starting Salary: £42,839 - £47,181 pa Hours: 37 Base Location: Farnham House Stevenage or Apsley, Hemel Hempstead with requirement to travel across the county. Contract Type: Permanent or 12-month secondment Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do.We continue to strive to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.Join our growing team of passionate professionals who share a commitment to making a real difference.<h4>About the role</h4>As a Senior SEND Resolutions Officer, you will play a pivotal role in helping families, professionals and the local authority reach positive, timely and lawful resolutions in complex SEND cases. You will act as the service’s specialist lead for mediation, providing expert oversight of the mediation process and managing high-risk or sensitive cases where negotiation, clarity and balance are essential.You’ll work closely with families, education settings, health partners and legal colleagues to understand issues in depth, explore solutions, and guide all parties towards agreement wherever possible — often preventing escalation to Tribunal. You’ll bring authority and confidence to challenging conversations, using your detailed knowledge of SEND legislation, your analytical skills, and your ability to build trust in emotionally charged situations.In this varied and fast-paced role, you will handle complex casework, identify risks, advise colleagues across the service, and role-model high standards of communication, professionalism and decision-making. You’ll support continual improvement of mediation practice and contribute to a culture that puts children, young people and families at the centre of everything we do.If you have strong SEND experience, thrive on problem-solving, and are passionate about achieving the best outcomes for families, this is a chance to have a real and lasting impact<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Significant knowledge of SEND law and statutory processes, including the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice and Equality Act 2010.</li><li>Proven experience managing complex SEND casework, systems or processes within a local authority or related setting.</li><li>Strong negotiation, influencing and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage high‑risk or sensitive cases.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to explain complex information clearly and adapt your style for families, professionals and senior stakeholders.</li><li>Highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and plan work across extended periods.</li><li>Demonstrable ability to build constructive relationships with families, schools, health partners and other agencies.</li><li>Experience working with multi‑disciplinary teams and supporting families through challenging or contentious processes.</li><li>Understanding of the wider political, legislative and organisational context impacting SEND services.</li><li>Experience of advocacy, mediation or representing cases at Tribunal or similar formal processes.</li></ul> Desirable:<ul><li>Line management experience</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the&nbsp;Health and Social Care Services, level HSC11&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Alistair.Hines@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Alistair.Hines@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> / <a href="mailto:Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 6th February in ApsleyBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Senior SEND Resolutions Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4>As a HR Adviser in Acas, you will work as part of a team of HR experts in our fast-paced Employment Relations Team. You will be accountable for leading and managing a portfolio of complex HR Casework up to and including Employment Tribunals utilising your employment law and HR expertise. Your success in this role will rely on building and nurturing relationships with various stakeholders, including trade unions, employee forums, and networks. By establishing trust and confidence, you will provide insightful solutions and address challenges, ensuring that our people policies align with organisational needs and create a supportive employee experience. This role plays a large part in our culture change at Acas, where lessons learned and coaching of line managers in a clear and timely way will build our capability and confidence for the future.<h4>Job description</h4>Your main accountabilities will include:<ul><li>Managing a portfolio of complex HR cases, examples of which include, but not limited to, probation, performance management, sickness absence, discipline, grievance. appeals, Civil Service Appeals Board (CSABs) and Employment Tribunals</li><li>Providing expert HR advice to managers of all grades, ultimately improving the capability and confidence of line management through the sharing of HR expertise, support and coaching</li><li>Using an evidence-based approach to assessing risk and developing solutions that deliver a successful outcome</li><li>Ensuring cases are managed in a timely manner and appropriate conclusions met adhering to employment law, policies, business and operational needs</li><li>Managing Early Conciliation, Personal Injury Claims and Employment Tribunal cases where Acas is the respondent, working alongside Govt legal Dept (GLD)</li><li>Analysing evidence and developing effective solutions to complex issues and sensitive situations, encouraging managers to take ownership while supporting them in the implementation of the agreed solutions</li><li>Conducting lessons learned, collaborating with the wider team to determine trends or themes which arise and require preventative action to change our culture, including the collection and management of data and insight to inform decision making</li><li>Working proactively with our Trade Unions when developing policy changes, including the reviewing and publishing of policy and guidance in line with legislation, terms and conditions of service and best practice.</li></ul>Who we areAcas exists to make working life better for everyone in Britain. We are the experts in workplace matters, we’re impartial, so we’re not on anyone’s side. That means we’re working for everyone to help prevent, manage and resolve workplace issues.Acas helps employers and employees by providing information, advice, training, conciliation and other services that prevent, manage or resolve workplace problems.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pD7f-gurpg4?si=ARIKnPLY8d8c7g2W" target="_blank">Acas: Britain’s Workplace Experts</a>Acas has been recognised for its Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace from the Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion awards – Disability Confident Highly Commended; Pay Gap award winner and Overall winner for public sector organisations. Acas is committed to providing services and developing policies which embrace diversity, promote equality of opportunity, and eliminate unlawful discrimination.<h4>Person specification</h4>The successful applicant will have the following:Essential Criteria<ul><li> Proven experience (within the last 18 months) of managing complex HR cases, using evidence to assess risk and develop solutions that deliver a successful outcome. (Lead)</li><li> Ability to build and sustain trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders on sensitive and complex issues – e.g., line managers and Senior leadership team, legal team, HR Business Partners, Government Policy Group networks.</li><li>Ability to interpret and assimilate information, by gathering facts, sifting and relaying information to relevant stakeholders to reach a positive outcome.</li><li> Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including experience of communicating confidently about HR issues and solutions providing constructive challenge and feedback, whilst remaining objective.</li><li> Influencing skills, and the provision of expert advice to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience of dealing with risk and managing situations according to the risk appetite of the organisation, appropriately seeking legal advice, including case escalation as required.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to work collaboratively, communicating and presenting ideas and HR information to colleagues, internal and external partners in a clear and positive way</li><li>Demonstrable self-awareness and resilience while having a flexible approach to change, with the ability to prioritise, and manage a varied workload in a multi-faceted, fast-paced team</li><li>Ability to work to tight deadlines, including working on complex work at pace whilst demonstrating a good level of attention to detail when providing HR support and guidance.</li></ul><h4>Qualifications</h4>Current membership of Level 5 CIPD or a willingness to work towards it, through either study or experiential assessment. Or equivalent experience of managing complex HR cases. If you have equivalent experience, please click 'Similar equivalent held' in your online application and provide relevant details.<h4>Behaviours</h4>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:<ul><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li></ul>We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:<ul><li>Managing a Quality Service</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £36,547, Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service contributes £10,587 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>We’re big believers in rewarding people for the amazing work they do. Take a look at some of the fantastic benefits we offer: <ul><li> Learning and Development</li><li> Health and wellbeing </li><li> Pension scheme </li><li> Cycle to work scheme</li><li> Interest free season ticket loans</li><li> Volunteering opportunities </li></ul>Could you ask for anymore? You’ll have access to a Lifestyle website, where you’ll be able to grab savings on a wide range of products, from holidays to your weekly shop. To find out more, please check out <a href="https://www.acas.org.uk/about-us/working-for-acas" target="_blank">Working for Acas</a><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>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.Please click on the 'Apply now' button. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete the following: <ul><li>Statement of Suitability and CV: An evidence-based Statement of Suitability and CV reflecting the Essential Experiencerequirements as listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. Your statement of suitability should be no longer than 1000 words. It should avoid generalised assertions, instead including specific examples of achievements, explaining the degree of challenge, what you did and the outcomes.</li></ul><ul><li>Behaviour: A 250-word statement on the Managing a Quality Service behaviour</li></ul>Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the:<ul><li>Lead Essential Experience Criterion: Proven experience (within the last 18 months) of managing complex HR cases, using evidence to assess risk and develop solutions that deliver a successful outcome.</li></ul>Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift of all the above requirements or progressed straight to interview. If a large number of applications meet the minimum standard an interview wait list may be created for this position. This means that if you have met the minimum requirements at sift you may be placed at a ‘Hold’ status for up to 12 months and if we are able to invite you to an interview we will be in touch.Interview DetailsIf you have successfully passed the sift, you will be invited to an interview via Microsoft Teams, which is likely to take place from week commencing 02 February 2026. It will be an Experience, Behaviours, and Strengths based interview.The Behaviours being assessed at the interview stage are as follows:<ul><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li></ul>A reserve list will be created for this position; this means that if you have passed the interview, but we couldn’t offer you this position, you will be placed on a reserve list for 12 months and may be considered for similar positions.Reasonable AdjustmentsAs a Disability Confident Leader, Acas is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you have a disability and feel that any part of the recruitment process puts you at a disadvantage, we will work with you to make Reasonable Adjustments that support your needs. If you require any changes to help you apply:<ul><li>Please contact Acas HR Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk</a> as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.</li><li>Please complete the “Assistance Required” section on the “Additional Requirements” page of your application form to let us know about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process. For example, this might include accessibility arrangements for entering a building or interview room, communication support, modifications to assessment methods, etc.</li><li>You can find out more about the <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/disability-confident-scheme/" target="_blank">Disability Confident Scheme</a> and <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/reasonable-adjustments/" target="_blank">Reasonable Adjustments</a> by clicking these links.</li></ul>Want to learn more about Civil Service recruitment? You can find out more on <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">Civil Service Careers</a>, including information on <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/a-guide-to-civil-service-success-profiles/" target="_blank">Success Profiles</a>, writing a <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-write-your-ps/" target="_blank">Personal Statement</a>, acceptable use of <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">Artificial Intelligence</a>, and what to expect at <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/assessments-and-interviews/" target="_blank">Interview</a>.For applicants requiring a visa to work in the UKPlease be advised that Acas does not hold a sponsorship licence so cannot consider sponsoring a visa applicant or issuing a Certificate of Sponsorship. 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>This job is broadly open to the following groups:<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. 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 : HR Recruitment Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:HRrecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRrecruitment@acas.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:HRrecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRrecruitment@acas.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Code and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact us on <a href="mailto:HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk</a> in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from us, you can contact the Civil Service Commission. <h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzY0MjMmdmVyaWZ5PWExMTEzNDE5MjU2MzU1Y2UxMWFjMzBjNTBhMjM5YTdk" target="_blank">Job Description - G9 HR Adviser Opens in new window</a> (docx, 47kB)

Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service

HR Adviser

HM Prison & Probation Service

12214 - Prison Officer Returners Scheme

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4>The post holder will be a member of the wider HMPPS Learning and Development (L&amp;D) team but will be based within the National Probation Service (NPS). For day to day and line management purposes, the post holder will report to the Divisional Training Manager or their DeputyThe post holder will provide administrative support to aid in the delivery of probation qualifications at a local level and coordinate associated L&amp;D activities.Regular communications with Divisional hubs, members of the Divisional Training Team and national colleagues to support effective and efficient registration of learners, certification claims, preparation for External Quality Assurer inspections and providing resources for effective training delivery.Manage all aspects of administration and co-ordination to support the divisional training team in providing Probation qualifications and L&amp;D activities.Acting as the primary point of contact and assisting in the day to day administration of the divisional training team. Key tasks will include the provision of advice to staff regarding L&amp;D activities, producing data/management information, organising meetings, diary coordination, and compilation of correspondence and documents.This role will be based within a Divisional Training Team.<h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:<ul><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Changing and Improving</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/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> 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. 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><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> 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>This job is broadly open to the following groups:<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. 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> <a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13026?entityId=13026" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13026?entityId=13026</a>

Divisional Training Administrator - EoE Corporate Services (Regional Training Team) East of England (Ref: 13026)

<h4>Job summary</h4> The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is seeking a senior manager to serve as Head of Supply Chain Architecture.This is an exciting opportunity to join the largest and most complex Commercial and Supply Chain function in government, at a time of fundamental change and reform when the focus is on designing a new future state and making a real difference in creating and delivering value for the MOD, to support in protecting the nation and helping the UK prosper.The MOD spends over £20bn per year across 6000+ contracts ranging from large equipment platforms such as ships, aircraft and vehicles to critical support contracts and property and FM, corporate services, complex IT and infrastructure, food, clothing and medical supplies.This crucial role sits within the Supply Chain Directorate (operating pan MOD) reporting into the Deputy Director of Supply Chain Architecture. This role will establish a new capability that will enable the direction &amp; principles to build supply chains which meet Defence’s strategic &amp; operational needs though:<ul><li> Inform &amp; Understanding Supply Chain Policy &amp; Strategy</li><li> Setting Supply Chain Performance Outcomes</li><li> Influencing Options Development</li><li> Generating Supply Chain Design Principles</li><li> Identifying Supply Chain Design Requirements</li><li> Ensure Supply Chain Design Implementation</li></ul>The capabilities will be enabled through 3 service offers which cover the full capability lifecycle. This team will work across Military Strategic Headquarters (MSHQ), National Armaments Headquarters (NAHQ) and Delivery Organisations depending on the service being provided.This is following delivering a successful Supply Chain design pilot with the Complex Weapons Strategic Programmes Team and Industry to help identify the design principles for the future Complex Weapons supply chain. <h4>Job description</h4>In this role you will provide Supply Chain Architecture expertise for the MOD and play a key part in the broader Supply Chain Directorate Leadership team.You will lead part of the MOD Supply Chain design and architecture service and the delivery responsibilities for developing and embedding it, providing senior level leadership and experience across the department on the future state. You will support the Deputy Director of Architecture in developing the maturity and performance of the MOD Supply Chain Capability in terms of processes, technology and people.Locations: The successful candidate(s) will be able to agree a contractual workplace from those locations listed in this advert. When selecting your location listed in this job advert please be aware that this will be your contractual base location with a requirement to spend a minimum of 60% of your working time in this organisational workplace.Your time spent on official duties at workplace locations other than your contractual office such as supplier, customer or partner locations required to perform your role is included in the 60% attendance.This requirement will however take into consideration any reasonable adjustments agreed upon appointment for people with a disability, flexibilities agreed for those with specific caring responsibilities, or other similar temporary flexibilities.<h4>Person specification</h4>You will work across Military Strategic Headquarters (MSHQ), National Armaments Headquarters (NAHQ) and Delivery Organisations to: <ul><li> Shape Supply Chain design principles for future capabilities:</li></ul>o Shape the supply chain design &amp; strategy through influencing concept and capability options development &amp; setting design priorities and principles.<ul><li> Enable the implementation of Supply Chain design requirements:</li></ul>o Translating design principles into supply chain requirements then securing, evaluating &amp; assuring their implementation through the Capability Acquisition phase<ul><li> Redesign &amp; Optimise Supply Chains to meet future needs:</li></ul>o Enabling the optimisation or redesign of the supply chain design to address the impacts of changing requirements &amp; mitigate risk The successful candidate will:<ul><li> Act as an internal consultant to deliver a new capability across Defence, to:</li></ul>o Define supply chain strategies.o Generate and assess supply chain options.o Identify and assure supply chain requirements.o Analyse and optimise existing supply chains.<ul><li> Provide a tailored Supply Chain Architecture service across all aspects of the capability lifecycle:</li></ul>o Early conceptual developmento Detailed capability design and procuremento In-service operation and support<ul><li> Contribute to the development of the Supply Chain Architecture best practice processes and toolkits.</li><li> Cultivate and manage a range of relationships and key strategic alliances with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li> Maintain awareness of MoD and wider HMG/industry policy pertaining to supply chains</li><li> Maintain engagement with programmes within own portfolio of responsibility to understand when and where the Supply Chain Architecture service is required.</li><li> Manage and support several concurrent projects/programmes within own portfolio.</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:<ul><li>A highly resilient, decisive team player with a focus on collective goals. Experienced at decision making at senior levels with minimal direction and is an excellent problem solver.</li><li>Experience in leadership roles in complex organisation transformations, with demonstrable knowledge and successful change delivery across the end-to-end lifecycle.</li><li>Experienced and successful leader, with outstanding relationship and stakeholder management ability with suppliers, clients and colleagues alike. A confident, adaptable communicator able to achieve effective, efficient outcomes.</li><li>A strategic thinker, successful track record in operational delivery, financial control and strategic risk management at senior levels. Experience of implementing Supply Chain Architecture.</li><li>Practical knowledge and understanding of; tech/capability requirements process, early market engagement, supply chain/industry shaping opportunities and the relative linkages to the acquisition process.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>As a valued employee of the Government Commercial Organisation (GCO), you will have access to all the benefits the centre has to offer; including flexible working, generous benefits, Career Coaches, Mentors, L&amp;D, a Commercial College, active talent management and, most importantly, access to commercial projects that will far exceed the scale and complexity on offer elsewhere in the UK.For existing Civil Servants: For full details of the impact on any move across the civil service on your existing terms and conditions, please read the candidate pack. Please note that any move across the Civil Service may have implications on your ability to continue to claim childcare vouchers. Kindly refer to the following link for the GCF Rewards and benefits page.<a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/gcf-benefits/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/gcf-benefits/</a><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>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 Experience and Technical skills.Your application will be reviewed by a panel and should you be successful at sift we will invite you to attend a Virtual commercial Assessment and Development Centre (VADC). The panel will review results of the VADC and determine which candidates will go through to a subsequent final panel interview. Please be advised that the Virtual ADC is taking place on either the 23rd of February 2026 or the 6th of March 2026 and will require a full day's attendance. If you are invited to attend a virtual ADC, but for any reason are unable to meet the date outlined then please get in touch with the team on <a href="mailto:commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> as soon as possible. The ADC is booked and paid for in advance by departments, therefore it is only in certain circumstances we are able to accommodate alternative dates. For full details of our process, and a likely timeline, please read the attached candidate pack. Throughout our selection process, we will make decisions about your capability to do the job, based on evidence you provide against the Technical Skills (essential criteria) and your Job History (CV) that you will be asked to provide during the application process. Further help and advice on our application and selection process can be found at this web address <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/gcf-how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/gcf-how-to-apply/</a>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 candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-re…</a> IMPORTANT: If you do not receive an acknowledgement of your application within 2 working days please contact: <a href="mailto:commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> 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>. <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>This job is broadly open to the following groups:<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. 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 : Ashlene Doherty</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">commercialresourcinghub@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, you should direct this to the Head of Commercial Resourcing Hub at the following email <a href="mailto:commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> quoting the vacancy reference number (if applicable) and the details of your complaint. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission via the following web page: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a> <h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzcyNzAmdmVyaWZ5PWZhMWIzYTA5MzU3MGYyNjkwYzBkZThlNDU5ODI1Mjc2JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyMzc0LTZlM2Y4NGY5MGUxYzBmMWExMjE1MDI2MjdkOGY2NTVjMDgwYmQ4Yjk=" target="_blank">Guaranteed Interview Schemes (GIS) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 70kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzcyNzEmdmVyaWZ5PWUwYzQwMGQ3YjMwNDFmYzFhNmJkMGMzMzQ5NGUyOTA0JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyMzc0LTZlM2Y4NGY5MGUxYzBmMWExMjE1MDI2MjdkOGY2NTVjMDgwYmQ4Yjk=" target="_blank">20260109 - 444046 - ACS1321-2 and ACS1322-2 - Candidate Pack - Head of Supply Chain Architecture Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 572kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc1NzYmdmVyaWZ5PThmN2IxODExMDgwZWZjZjVkY2VmYjY5MzlmMDVkNTE2JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyMzc0LTZlM2Y4NGY5MGUxYzBmMWExMjE1MDI2MjdkOGY2NTVjMDgwYmQ4Yjk=" target="_blank">Supply Chain Architecture Summary Slide Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 159kB)

Head of Supply Chain Architecture

<h4>Job summary</h4>The multi award-winning Open Innovation Team is a cross-government unit housed in DfE that works with experts to generate analysis and ideas for policy. We operate like an in-house consultancy, working at pace across all areas of government policy, including health, growth, policing, justice, foreign policy, digital transformation and government innovation. As a Policy Advisor, you will be a key member of the team, helping to deliver critical, relevant policy research projects, develop leads for new work, collaborate with our partners inside and outside government, and potentially leading some research projects as you develop in the role. You will be expected to work independently and as part of a team to research a range of policy issues and topics. You will enjoy researching and analysing complex evidence and getting to grips with a wide range of policy issues. You will be flexible, creative and keen to help improve the day-to-day running of the team.<h4>Job description</h4>This is not your typical policy job, and it will be as demanding as it is rewarding. You will spend the majority of your time working with colleagues to scope and deliver projects that provide high-quality analysis and advice to our policy customers across government. The ideal candidate will enjoy the challenge of researching new topics, synthesising complex information, working with external experts, and coming up with insightful and practical policy advice for the teams we work with. In addition to delivering policy projects, you will help manage relationships with our partners, deliver training, workshops, and presentations, raise our profile and develop leads for new business. You may lead on research projects and project manage other members of staff as you develop in the role. There will also be opportunities to contribute proactively to developing and testing ideas for new types of products and services that apply expert insights to policy problems. Successful applicants are likely to be good all-rounders with particularly strong research, analytical, and communication skills. You will also be able to manage multiple priorities while delivering to high standards and meeting tight deadlines. You will be keen to contribute to a positive, supportive working environment in which we work together to achieve shared goals.<h4>Person specification</h4>Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Research and analysis: Working on research projects, reviewing different types of evidence, and producing clear analysis and recommendations to meet deadlines.</li><li>Working in teams and managing your workload: Taking responsibility for your work across multiple projects, managing your time effectively, collaborating well with colleagues at all levels, and contributing to a positive team environment.</li><li>Delivering a great service for clients: Providing good service to the people you work with - this could include delivering training sessions, running workshops, building good working relationships, or consistently providing professional support to clients or colleagues.</li><li>Building connections and spotting opportunities: Representing the team's work to others, developing professional relationships, and identifying opportunities for new collaborations or projects.</li><li>Supporting diversity and inclusion: Actively supporting people from different backgrounds to succeed and work well together in your team or organisation.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £42,806, Department for Education contributes £12,400 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>Applicants currently holding a permanent post in the Civil Service should note that, if successful, their salary on appointment would be determined by the Department’s transfer / promotion policies.As a member of the DfE, you will be entitled to join the highly competitive Civil Service Pension Scheme, which many experts agree is one of the most generous in the UK.You will have 25 days leave, increasing by 1 day every year to a maximum of 30 days after five years’ service. In addition, all staff receive the King’s Birthday privilege holiday and 8 days’ bank and public holidays.We offer flexible working arrangements, such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time and compressed hours.Most DfE employees will be working a hybrid pattern, spending at least 60% of their time in an office or work setting. Changes to these working arrangements are available in exceptional circumstances but must be agreed with the line manager and in line with the requirements of the role. Travel to your primary office location will not be paid for by DfE, but costs for travel to an office which is not your main location will be covered.As an organisation, which exists to support education and lifelong learning, we offer our staff excellent professional development opportunities.<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>Step 1: ApplicationAt this stage, we will assess Experience. Candidates will be sifted through their CV and a personal statement.Your personal statement should be no longer than 750 words and demonstrate how your experience meets the essential criteria of the role (listed in the person specification section above).The sift will be restricted to just assessing personal statements in the event of a large volume of applications.More guidance on personal statements can be found here –<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/civil-service/about/recruitment?_ga=2.77416149.1986383141.1624534526-27518074.1618816106" target="_blank"> completing your application</a>.Step 2: InterviewIf successful at sift, candidates will be assessed via interview, also on the basis of Experience. Interview questions will be based on the essential criteria (listed in the person specification section above).Candidates invited to interview will also need to prepare a short presentation. The presentation brief will be sent with the invitation to interview.For more information on the selection process, including guidance on how to write a personal statement, answer behaviour and strength-based interview questions, and the STAR approach click here: <a href="https://educationgovuk-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/steven_king_education_gov_uk/ETgwU1po2mdEk0sX9gkxvWABemLPFeIvRukyAoRlyaUrFw?e=prneyW" target="_blank">Top tips for acing the application</a>.Sift and interview dates to be confirmed.Other InformationInterviews may be via Microsoft teams or face to face; the vacancy manager will confirm prior to the Interview. In your application, please don’t include personal information that identifies you. This means we can recruit based on your knowledge and skills, and not background, gender or ethnicity - it's called <a href="https://civilservice.blog.gov.uk/2015/12/01/name-blind-recruitment-responding-to-your-comments/" target="_blank">name blind recruitment (opens in a new window).</a>Please ensure that you remove from your application, all references to your: <ul><li>name/title </li></ul><ul><li>educational institutions </li></ul><ul><li>age </li></ul><ul><li>gender </li></ul><ul><li>email address </li></ul><ul><li>postal address </li></ul><ul><li>phone number </li></ul><ul><li>nationality/immigration status </li></ul>We reserve the right to raise the minimum pass mark in the event of a high volume or strong field of candidates. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK from the location options provided and not from overseas. The government is committed to supporting apprenticeships, enabling people to learn and progress in a role whilst earning. We want to monitor the number of people who have completed apprenticeships who are now applying to progress further in their career and are asking this question to all candidates, on all vacancies. You will be asked a question as part of the application process about any previous apprenticeships you have completed. Your response to this question will not affect your application and it is not a requirement of the role to have completed a previous apprenticeship. If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check maybe carried out. In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstance some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Department of Education of your intention by emailing <a href="mailto:Pre-Employment.Checks.DFE@education.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pre-Employment.Checks.DFE@education.gov.uk</a> stating the job reference number in the subject heading. Department for Education do not cover the cost of travel to your interview/assessment unless otherwise stated. A reserve list may be held for a period of 6 months from which further appointments can be made. Candidates will be posted in merit order based upon location preference. Where more than one location is advertised you will be asked to state your preferred location. New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. 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. Terms and conditions of candidates transferring from ALBs and NDPBsBodies that are not accredited by the Civil Service Commission and are not able to advertise at Across Government on Civil Service jobs will be treated as external new starters and will come into DfE on modernised terms and conditions with a salary at the band minimum. Bodies that are accredited by the Civil Service Commission but do not have civil service status will be offered modernised terms and will not have continuous service recognised for leave or sickness benefits. Salaries should be offered at band minimum, but there is some flexibility where this would cause a detriment to the individual. Bodies that are accredited by the Civil Service Commission and do have Civil Service status will be treated as OGD transfers. Staff appointed on lateral transfer will move on to pre-modernised DfE terms (unless they were on modernised terms in their previous organisation). Staff appointed on promotion will move on to modernised DfE terms. Staff will transfer over on their existing salary (on lateral transfer) and any pay above the DfE pay band maximum will be paid as a mark time allowance. Staff moving on promotion will have their salaries calculated using the principles set out in the attached OGD transfer supplementary information. Reasonable adjustmentIf 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. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact Department of Education via <a href="mailto:centralrecruitment.operations@education.gov.uk" target="_blank">centralrecruitment.operations@education.gov.uk</a> soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. 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. Please refer to the attached ‘Reasonable Adjustments Guide 05_2025 – accessible version’ at the bottom of the advert, for further information. Childcare VouchersAny move to Department for Education (DfE) will mean you will no longer be able to carry on claiming childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a> 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>This job is broadly open to the following groups:<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. 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 : Ben Taylor</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Ben.taylor@openinnovation.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ben.taylor@openinnovation.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Centralrecruitment.operations@education.gov.uk" target="_blank">Centralrecruitment.operations@education.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>The Department for Education’s recruitment processes are underpinned by the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles, which outlines that selection for appointment is made on merit based on fair and open competition. You have the right to complain if you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles. In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly with the department concerned via <a href="mailto:CentralRecruitment.Operations@education.gov.uk" target="_blank">CentralRecruitment.Operations@education.gov.uk</a>. If 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 <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">web pages</a> <h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc1MTkmdmVyaWZ5PWUzMmFkZTkyMmEzNTE1YmRlNDgwNjNkODZjZWZjM2ExJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNDc4LTIwZDg3NDBjNmY2NzRiMmQwMjQ0MDI4YWZhYjk5ZmFmNGMxOWMwYjA=" target="_blank">DFE Terms &amp; Conditions - accessible version Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 215kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc1MjAmdmVyaWZ5PTcxMWVkMjAwMDg0MzNmZThkZTEzMjk2MzFkMGNhNWNmJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNDc4LTIwZDg3NDBjNmY2NzRiMmQwMjQ0MDI4YWZhYjk5ZmFmNGMxOWMwYjA=" target="_blank">Reasonable Adjustments guide 05_2025 - accessible version Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 723kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc1MjEmdmVyaWZ5PTE3MmEwMDYzOTE1N2NiNzM3MzE2YmQ0ZTNlNmMyODRiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNDc4LTIwZDg3NDBjNmY2NzRiMmQwMjQ0MDI4YWZhYjk5ZmFmNGMxOWMwYjA=" target="_blank">OGD Transfer Supplementary information - accessible version Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 327kB)

Department for Education

Open Innovation Team Policy Advisor

Health and Safety Executive

Specialist Inspector - Offshore Human Factors (Band 3/SEO)

<h4>Job summary</h4>We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive and influential D&amp;I Lead to drive forward our approach to diversity and inclusion within Acas. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and are looking for someone who can work at pace to deliver impact.You will develop strong relationships with key stakeholders across Acas, Trade Unions and staff networks. Using your expertise in equality legislation and policy, you will translate complex requirements and ambitions into practical actions, ensuring Acas meets its statutory obligations under the public sector equality duties.You will oversee multiple project streams, coaching and supporting others to improve our diversity and inclusion practice at Acas. You will be confident in analysing data to identify trends, developing new areas of work in line with our strategy, and lead initiatives that build awareness, capability and cultural change across the organisation. You will provide professional advice and guidance to senior leaders and colleagues.You will lead on the D&amp;I work in Acas, including reporting on the Public Sector Equality Duty Objectives, Equality Report, Gender, Ethnicity and Disability pay gaps. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, with demonstrable experience of writing blogs, reports, and giving presentations to a range of stakeholders, including Executive Board and Council.You will have excellent people management skills and be confident at working with stakeholders across Acas, from senior leaders to network attendees. You will directly line manage one person and work with many others, including our networks co-chairs and fair treatment contacts.This is a diverse role for an experienced diversity and inclusion professional who is passionate about making a difference in an organisation leading on best practice. You will have the opportunity to shape and influence our approach and lead initiatives that have a lasting impact on how we support our people and deliver our services. It’s a busy yet rewarding position that offers variety, visibility and the chance to work collaboratively across the organisation and beyond to create a truly inclusive and supportive culture.<h4>Job description</h4>Main Accountabilities<ul><li>Offer strategic leadership and direction, working across multiple workstreams including the D&amp;I Plan and our Public Sector Equality Duty objectives in partnership with key stakeholders, to reach agreed success measures and metrics.</li><li>Undertake MI data and analytics across key people activity to guide, identify, measure and report on a range of inclusion measures, including the data, evidence and the narrative for the Annual Equality Report; working with stakeholders to gather evidence, design interventions and publish the report.</li><li>Provide coaching, support, guidance and leadership to Acas’ internal employee networks, and Fair Treatment Contacts, ensuring activity is supportive of Acas’s wider goals and creates meaningful change.</li><li>Provide expert inclusion specialist support / advice for Acas around casework/workplace adjustments and ensuring legislative requirements are being met, integrating inclusion into HR Practices.</li><li>Working with other stakeholders, lead on D&amp;I communication in Acas with a clear communication plan raising awareness through regular articles and events and leading on the programme for National Inclusion Week 2025.</li><li>Responsible for line management of a Diversity Officer and leading volunteers.</li></ul>Who we are Acas exists to make working life better for everyone in Britain. We are the experts in workplace matters, we’re impartial, so we’re not on anyone’s side. That means we’re working for everyone to help prevent, manage and resolve workplace issues.Acas helps employers and employees by providing information, advice, training, conciliation and other services that prevent, manage or resolve workplace problems.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pD7f-gurpg4?si=ARIKnPLY8d8c7g2W" target="_blank">Acas: Britain’s Workplace Experts</a>Acas has been recognised for its Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace from the Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion awards – Disability Confident Highly Commended; Pay Gap award winner and Overall winner for public sector organisations. Acas is committed to providing services and developing policies which embrace diversity, promote equality of opportunity and eliminate unlawful discrimination.<h4>Person specification</h4>TechnicalEssential Criteria: <ul><li>An excellent knowledge of diversity and inclusion, including the intersectionality of diversity streams, the Equality Act 2010 and how to apply it.</li></ul>The following Technical Essential Criteria will be assessed at interview only:<ul><li>An understanding of how to interpret data to make decisions.</li><li>Excellent writing and communication skills able to adapt for a variety of stakeholders.</li></ul>Experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Demonstratable experience of leadership in the development, implementation, evaluation and communication of D&amp;I programmes of work, directly relating to business objectives and strategy, including reporting to Executive Boards/Exco (Lead).</li><li>Experience of using management information systems to extract, interpret and evaluate data, identifying emerging trends, understanding barriers and tracking interventions which support EDI outcomes, evidencing need and impact (Lead).</li><li>Evidence of strong organisational and planning skills, overseeing multiple workstreams and delivering at pace.</li><li>Line management and leadership experience and experience of managing volunteers and influencing upwards.</li><li>Experience of drafting and advising on D&amp;I policies, writing reports and preparing briefs and comms for senior leaders.</li><li>Excellent written communication skills and strong presentation skills, with the ability to tailor information to diverse audiences and share information in a clear way to motivate and engage colleagues.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Collaborative - good interpersonal skills and evidence of forging relationships across a range of business areas, professions, cross government or external networks to deliver outcomes.</li><li>Resilient and adaptable - flexible and willing to embrace change, seeking to continually develop and bringing a growth mindset into your delivery and relationships.</li></ul><h4>Qualifications</h4>CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience. Please briefly outline your relevant experience in your application form when answering the qualification question.<h4>Behaviours</h4>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:<ul><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £46,750, Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service contributes £13,543 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>We’re big believers in rewarding people for the amazing work they do, take a look at some of the fantastic benefits we offer: <ul><li>Learning and Development;</li><li>Health and wellbeing;</li><li>Pension scheme;</li><li>Cycle to work scheme;</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans;</li><li>Volunteering opportunities.</li></ul>Could you ask for any more?You’ll have access to a Lifestyle website, where you’ll be able to grab savings over a wide range of products from holidays to your weekly shop. To find out more please check out - <a href="https://www.acas.org.uk/about-us/working-for-acas" target="_blank">Working for Acas</a><a href></a><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.How to applyPlease click on the 'Apply now' button.As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete:A CV, this will be for information purposes only and will not be scored.An evidence-based Statement of Suitability reflecting the essential and desirable Experience and Technical requirements as listed in the Job Description. Your statement of suitability should be no longer than 1,250 words. It should avoid generalised assertions, instead including specific examples of achievements, explaining the degree of challenge, what you did and the outcomes.Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the: Lead Criteria: <ul><li>Demonstratable experience of leadership in the development, implementation, evaluation and communication of D&amp;I programmes of work, directly relating to business objectives and strategy, including reporting to Executive Boards/Exco.</li></ul>And<ul><li>Experience of using management information systems to extract, interpret and evaluate data, identifying emerging trends, understanding barriers and tracking interventions which support EDI outcomes, evidencing need and impact.</li></ul>Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift of all the above requirements or progressed straight to assessment/interview.If a large number of applications meet the minimum standard an interview wait list may be created for this position. This means that if you have met the minimum requirements at sift you may be placed at a ‘Hold’ status for up to 12 months and if we are able to invite you to an interview we will be in touch.Interview DetailsIf you have successfully passed sift, you will be invited to an interview via MS Teams which is likely to take place the week commencing 9 February 2026. The interview will be a Behaviour and Technical interview and will also include a written Technical exercise.The Behaviours which will be assessed at interview are:<ul><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul>The Technical Criteria which will be assessed at interview will be:<ul><li>An excellent knowledge of diversity and inclusion, including the intersectionality of diversity streams, the Equality Act 2010 and how to apply it.</li><li>An understanding of how to interpret data to make decisions (via a written assessment).</li><li>Excellent writing and communication skills able to adapt for a variety of stakeholders (via a written assessment).</li></ul>A reserve list will be created for this position, this means that if you have passed the interview, but we couldn’t offer you this position, you’ll be on a reserve list for 12 months and may be considered for similar positions.As a Disability Confident Leader, Acas is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you have a disability and feel that any part of the recruitment process puts you at a disadvantage, we will aim to make Reasonable Adjustments that support your needs where possible. If you require any changes to help you apply:<ul><li>Contact Acas HR Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk</a> as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.</li><li>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 accessibility considerations to enter the building or interview room, for communications or adjustments for testing procedures.</li><li>Find out more about the <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/disability-confident-scheme/" target="_blank">Disability Confident Scheme</a> and <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/reasonable-adjustments/" target="_blank">Reasonable Adjustments</a>.</li></ul>Want to learn more about Civil Service recruitment? You can find out more on <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">Civil Service Careers</a> - including information on <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/a-guide-to-civil-service-success-profiles/" target="_blank">Success Profiles</a>, writing a <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-write-your-ps/" target="_blank">Personal Statement</a>, acceptable use of <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">Artificial Intelligence</a> and what to expect at <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/assessments-and-interviews/" target="_blank">Interview</a>. 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>This job is broadly open to the following groups:<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 : HR Recruitment</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : N/A</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Code and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact us on <a href="mailto:HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk" target="_blank">HRRecruitment@acas.org.uk</a> in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from us, you can contact the Civil Service Commission. <h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczOTQmdmVyaWZ5PWVmMDZlZGY2YTUzZDJmM2FmMTJhYzFjYTEzYzI0NDI3JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMzNDM1LWZlYWQ3ZGIzYjkyNzZkYmU5OTgzMTY3NTgzYmQwYmFjNzA2NjUwNWI=" target="_blank">Job Description - Diversity and Inclusion Lead Opens in new window</a> (docx, 41kB)

Diversity and Inclusion Lead

<h4>Job summary</h4>The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is a non-ministerial department with over 1,600 staff, dedicated to protecting public health and consumers’ interests in food across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Our vision is to deliver “food you can trust” and to support a healthier, more sustainable food system. Our legal team is central to achieving these aims, providing expert support across criminal and civil litigation, regulatory matters, and judicial reviews. We are seeking a Litigation and Prosecution Lawyer to join us and contribute to this important work. In this role, you will manage a varied caseload, including criminal prosecutions, public law litigation, regulatory challenges, and judicial review proceedings. You will provide legal advice and analysis to our investigations team, manage appeals in the First-tier Tribunal, Upper Tribunal, and Magistrates’ Court, and offer feedback on cases to help the FSA continually improve its procedures and practices. Your work will help ensure the FSA is able to represent its interests effectively and protect the public at every turn. <h4>Job description</h4>We are looking for someone with experience in criminal prosecutions and public law litigation, who can demonstrate sound legal judgment and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. You will have the opportunity to use your skills in litigation, research, and legal analysis to make a positive impact on food safety and public health. Experience with judicial review proceedings is particularly valuable, as you will play a key role in supporting the FSA’s response to these complex and high-profile cases. If you are interested in joining a team that values collaboration and expertise, and you are committed to supporting the FSA’s mission, we encourage you to apply for this role. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal career while making a tangible difference to the wellbeing of consumers across the UK. We look forward to receiving your application. Working pattern guidanceIf applying as a job share partnership you should both complete separate application forms on Civil Service Jobs but should make it clear that you are applying as job sharers. Further details on job sharing can be found here <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/recruitment-process-for-job-sharers/" target="_blank">JSF – What is the recruitment process for job sharers? , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk)</a>Due to the nature of the role, we are unable to consider requests for part time working.<h4>Person specification</h4>Please read the attached Candidate Pack to discover further details about the role, our organisation, who we are looking for and the criteria we will assess against during the selection process. We look forward to receiving your application and wish you every success. <h4>Qualifications</h4>You must be qualified to practice as a Solicitor or Barrister in England and Wales. You must have completed a training contract/pupillage/qualifying employment or have been exempted by the Law Society or the Bar Council. (Please ensure full details are included in Qualifications section of your application)<h4>Behaviours</h4>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:<ul><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:<ul><li>Qualified to practice as a Solicitor or Barrister in England and Wales.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £61,608, Food Standards Agency contributes £17,847 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>Our candidate pack details the benefits that the FSA has to offer. Please also refer to the attached Terms and Conditions statement.<h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills.Full details of the selection process are detailed in the attached candidate pack. Application and shortlistingYou will be asked to provide personal details (not seen by the Panel) and to confirm your eligibility to apply for the role. Technical: You will be asked a question to confirm that you meet the Technical requirements of the role. <ul><li>You must be qualified to practice as a Solicitor or Barrister in England and Wales. You must have completed a training contract/pupillage/qualifying employment or have been exempted by the Law Society or the Bar Council. (Please ensure full details are included in Qualifications section of your application) </li></ul>If you cannot answer yes to this question – you will not be able to proceed further with your application. You will then be asked to complete an application which will be used to assess you against the following essential criteria. Essential criteriaExperience<ul><li>Lead criteria: Sound understanding and demonstrated experience and skills in both criminal prosecutions and public law litigation in particular Judicial Review experience, with the ability to work autonomously, lead on own work areas and to prioritise competing deadlines.</li></ul><ul><li>Experience of drafting court documents e.g. Information/Summons, witness statements, directions and consent orders and of instructing, briefing and liaising with Counsel and participating in case conferences. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of exercising reliable legal judgement including: </li></ul>- Recognising legal risk; - Being able to identify evidential deficiencies and advise on further evidential requirements to solve them; - Leading on and advising in respect of negotiation of settlements with other parties. <ul><li>Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively, and in identifying cross-cutting legal issues in their wider context and advising accordingly. </li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated sound analysis and legal research skills, necessary to deliver accurate and timely legal advice and representation. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrable experience of building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve corporate priorities and to ensure effective and successful outcomes, including the ability to communicate in a clear, honest way in order to deliver difficult messages with clarity and sensitivity, being persuasive when required. </li></ul>Lead Criteria An initial sift will take place on the Lead Criteria. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the minimum pass mark for the Lead Criteria may be raised at shortlisting stage. Candidates who apply under the DCS, GPTW or RIS schemes and meet the minimum requirements will be unaffected by the pass mark raise.InterviewIf successful at shortlisting stage, you will be invited to a final interview in whichwe will assess you against the following Experience and Strengths requirements of the role and Civil Service Behaviours.Behaviours<ul><li>Managing a Quality Service </li></ul><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions </li></ul><ul><li>Delivering at Pace </li></ul><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing </li></ul>Full details of the positive indicators being assessed for each Behaviour can be found in the Candidate Pack. Experience<ul><li>Experience in both criminal prosecutions and public law litigation, with significant experience in civil litigation. (Assessed via assessment exercise to be completed in the 24 hours prior to interview and interview questions)</li></ul>StrengthsWe will also assess you against a number of Civil Service Strengths – these are not disclosed prior to interview. Assessment exerciseAs part of the interview process, you will be asked to undertake a case study / briefing exercise. Details of arrangements for the case study/briefing exercise will be included in the invitation to interview. Expected TimelineAdvert closes: 25 January 2026 (23:55) Sift: Expected to take place during week commencing 26 January 2026 Final panel interview: Expected to take place during week commencing 9 February 2026 Interviews will be held remotely via MS Teams. (If you do not have the Microsoft Teams application installed on your computer, you can join on the web without installing the application). Please note that indicated dates may be subject to change.Childcare VouchersAny move to the Food Standards Agency from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk</a>Reserve ListA reserve list will be held for a period of up to 12 months from which further appointment may be made. Candidates that do not pass the interview but have demonstrated an acceptable standard may be considered for similar roles at a lower grade. Visa SponsorshipPlease note that the FSA does not offer visa sponsorship and cannot provide advice on visa applicationsMaking a complaintThe law requires that 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. If you feel your application has not been treated fairly in accordance with the principles, and you wish to make a complaint, you should email the FSA’s Director of People at <a href="mailto:jo.bushnell@food.gov.uk" target="_blank">jo.bushnell@food.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response, you can contact the Civil Service Commission. 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>This job is broadly open to the following groups:<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. 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 : Gurwinder Olive</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Gurwinder.Olive@food.gov.uk" target="_blank">Gurwinder.Olive@food.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:hr.recruitment.campaigns@food.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr.recruitment.campaigns@food.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you wish to raise a complaint then please email <a href="mailto:hr.recruitment.campaigns@food.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr.recruitment.campaigns@food.gov.uk</a> in the first instance. <h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc0MDgmdmVyaWZ5PWE3OTdiZDEyMjZjZTE5MGE4ZThiODUzNTRhN2Q1MGZlJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNDQ1LTNmMzgzOTdkODljYjA1YTZlZTcwOTM3NGNlYWI1MWYxZGJlZjk4ZDg=" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions as at April 2020 (1) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 42kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc0MDkmdmVyaWZ5PTc4NDc2NzRmOTBjMmVkZWQyYTg0MDYzZDZjZWUxNGJhJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNDQ1LTNmMzgzOTdkODljYjA1YTZlZTcwOTM3NGNlYWI1MWYxZGJlZjk4ZDg=" target="_blank">Candidate Pack - Litigation and Prosecution Lawyer (G7) Jan 26 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1080kB)

Food Standards Agency

Litigation and Prosecution Lawyer

Senior Enterprise Architect (Data Analytics)

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please note this role requires you to pass <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels#security-check-sc" target="_blank">Security Check</a> clearance. For further information, please see 'Selection process details'Are you a seasoned infrastructure engineer with a strong focus on Identity security? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation and evolution are constant? Excited to work at the forefront of digital identity? If so , join us in delivering one of the largest identity infrastructure deployments, powered by cutting edge technologies and innovative product development. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering advanced Identity and Digital Encryption services to DWP ( Department for Work and Pensions ) users. We’re looking for outstanding Infrastructure Engineers who have a working knowledge background in IAM and Digital Encryption technologies. Please note: This role includes participation in an on-call rota to provide out-of-hours support. This will be on a week on week off basis arranged with the other engineers within the team.<h4>Job description</h4>As an Infrastructure Engineer you will:<ul><li>Implement and support enterprise identity platforms, including Active Directory, Entra ID, and federated authentication services. </li><li>Manage and optimise identity and access technologies such as SSO, MFA, PAM, PIM, IAM, and PKI/Secrets management systems. </li><li>Ensure secure authentication and authorisation across users, devices, and services. Working level technical knowledge of authentication protocols (e.g., Kerberos, SAML, OAuth2, OIDC), and experience working in secure, enterprise-scale environments.</li><li>Maintain certificate lifecycle management and oversee encryption key and secrets management. </li><li>Integrate identity services with cloud platforms including Azure, AWS, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). </li><li>Automate identity operations using PowerShell, REST APIs, and infrastructure-as-code tools. </li><li>Support the delivery of a new Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) capability. </li><li>Contribute to the design and implementation of governance controls, policy enforcement, and access reviews. </li><li>Strengthen compliance and reduce organisational risk through effective identity governance. </li><li>You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver identity solutions that align with security policies and business needs. </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4>When giving details in your employment history and personal statement you should highlight your experience in line with essential criteria below:<ul><li>Experience of working with Active Directory, Entra ID, MFA technologies. </li><li>Experience and knowledge of onboarding applications to Entra ID eg. Enterprise Applications. </li><li>Practical experience and knowledge in scripting languages for automation eg. PowerShell, Bash, Azure CLI. </li><li>Experience of implementing and working with Privileged Access Management systems and RBAC eg. Azure Privileged Identity (PIM) Management or CyberArk PAM. </li><li>Knowledge and experience of working with Secrets Management. </li><li>Proven ability to operate effectively within complex environments, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and managing relationships with multiple suppliers. </li></ul>If you would like to learn more about the role, please contact <a href="mailto:Richard.Hanley@dwp.gov.uk" target="_blank">Richard.Hanley@dwp.gov.uk</a><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £44,447, Department for Work and Pensions contributes £12,876 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>We also have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:<ul><li>Working patterns to support work/life balance such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time and compressed hours.</li><li>Generous annual leave – at least 25 days on entry, increasing up to 30 days over time (pro–rata for part time employees), plus 9 days public and privilege leave.</li><li>Support for financial wellbeing, including interest-free season ticket loans for travel, a cycle to work scheme and an employee discount scheme.</li><li>Health and wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme for specialist advice and counselling and the opportunity to join <a href="https://www.hassra.org.uk/content-hassraorguk-about-hassra" target="_blank">HASSRA</a> a first-class programme of competitions, activities and benefits for its members (subscription payable monthly).</li><li>Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and shared parental leave pay after 1 year’s continuous service.</li><li>Funded learning and development to support progress in your role and career. This includes industry recognised qualifications and accreditations, coaching, mentoring and talent development programmes.</li><li>An inclusive and diverse environment with opportunities to join professional and interpersonal networks including Women’s Network, National Race Network, National Disability Network (THRIVE) and many more.</li></ul>Hybrid WorkingThis role may be suitable for hybrid working, which is where an employee works part of the week in their DWP office and part of the week from home. This is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and your office will be your contractual place of work.If a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for the role and for you, you will normally be required to spend a minimum of 60% of your contracted working hours from your DWP office.If you have a disability, caring responsibilities, or other circumstances that may affect your ability to meet the minimum office attendance requirement, please discuss this with us using the contact details in this advert.Salary InformationPay for this role is from £44,447 to £52,442. The maximum salary for the grade is £46,547, however a Digital Allowance of up to £5,895 per annum is available for exceptional candidates. Digital Allowance is non-salary, and non-pensionable, and is classed as a temporary allowance. It is reviewed annually where it could be retained, amended, or removed. Our offer to successful candidates will be based on an assessment of your skills and experience as demonstrated at interview. Existing Civil Servants who secure a new role on lateral transfer will maintain their current salary. <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>Stage 1: Application Your application will consist of three parts: 1. A Personal Details application form. 2. Employment history - this should contain your work experience and any skills, qualifications and accomplishments relevant to the jobs you have completed based on the essential criteria.3. Personal statement - up to 1250 words. This statement should be used to provide examples of how you meet the essential criteria listed in the Person specification.Ensure that all examples provided in your statement are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words. If you choose to use gen-AI to support your statement, you must follow the guidelines outlined in the <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">Artificial intelligence and recruitment guide.</a>The sift panel will use the information in your employment history and personal statement to assess your experience, skills and knowledge against the essential criteria.You will be provided with one combined overall assessment score for both your CV and Personal Statement.For Hints and Tips on completing your application visit <a href="https://careers.dwp.gov.uk/how-we-recruit/" target="_blank">Applying for jobs at DWP Digital.</a>Important Information<ul><li>You will be asked to complete your employment history. Any information that you would customarily share on a CV should therefore be entered onto the application form.</li><li>Personal details that could be used to identify you including your name, contact details and address must be removed for your application to be considered.</li><li>If your employment history/personal statement contains any personal details your application will be withdrawn.</li></ul>Stage 2: InterviewIf you’re successful at sift stage you will be invited to a video interview via Microsoft Teams. There, you will be assessed against the experiences listed in the essential criteria.Interviews will take place from Mid February 2026. Interview dates to be confirmed.Other information:If high application volumes are received, the benchmark for candidates to proceed to the next stage may be raised. In line with our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS), we aim to advance all candidates applying under the DCS who meet the minimum standard. However, we may only progress those candidates who best meet the required standards.All successful candidates and those placed on reserve will be posted in merit list order by location. For these vacancies, we strongly recommend that applicants consult with an immigration specialist or qualified advisor to assess their eligibility for Visa Sponsorship before deciding to apply. Please note that while we consider sponsorship requests in accordance with current DWP guidance and Home Office policy, sponsorship cannot be guaranteed.Security Clearance RequirementYou must meet the security requirements before you can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check.Applicants for this post must have lived in the UK for 5 years or more during their lifetime for DWP to accept National Security Vetting applications at the Security Check (SC) level. Requests to apply for SC will always be supported where people have lived in the UK for the last 5 years but will be subject to a pre-assessment if they have lived outside the UK during this period. For further information on National Security Vetting please <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/demystifying-vetting" target="_blank">visit the Demystifying Vetting website</a>.Reasonable AdjustmentAt DWP we value diversity and inclusion and actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including those that are underrepresented in our workforce.We consider visible and non-visible disabilities, neurodiversity or learning differences, chronic medical conditions, or mental ill health. Examples include dyslexia, epilepsy, autism, chronic fatigue, or schizophrenia.If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact Government Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:DigitalRecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">DigitalRecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.Complete the “Reasonable Adjustments” 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.For further information on reasonable adjustments, terms and conditions and how we recruit visit the <a href="https://careers.dwp.gov.uk/how-we-recruit/" target="_blank">How we recruit page.</a>Find out more about <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/departments/working-for-the-department-for-work-and-pensions/" target="_blank">Working for DWP</a>A reserve list may be held for a period of 6 months from which further appointments can be made.Reserve list candidates will be posted in merit order by location.The Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles. Please ensure that all examples provided in your application are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words. Applications will be screened and if evidence of plagiarism or copying examples/answers from other sources is found, your application will be withdrawn. Internal DWP candidates may also face disciplinary action. 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>. <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>This job is broadly open to the following groups:<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. 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 : Richard Hanley</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Richard.Hanley@dwp.gov.uk" target="_blank">Richard.Hanley@dwp.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DigitalRecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">DigitalRecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission Recruitment Principles. If you wish to make a complaint, please find further details here: <a href="https://careers.dwp.gov.uk/how-we-recruit/" target="_blank">https://careers.dwp.gov.uk/how-we-recruit/</a>. <h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczNjkmdmVyaWZ5PWFiNmYyYWZlNzc4MzBlYzg3OTQ3MWY5OTE5ZTk5OTFh" target="_blank">DWP Terms and Conditions January 2024 Opens in new window</a> (docx, 17kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzczNzAmdmVyaWZ5PWY4ZDRkYjdjOThkZjU2MjFmZGQ3M2YyMDFjYmFiZGI4" target="_blank">Success-Profiles-Candidate-Overview Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 635kB)

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