Total 54 job vacancies by ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD

Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer needed in North London Paying £200 per day Ref 012578

Full time hrs on a temporary basis

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer to support the Head of Civil Contingencies in implementing effective emergency planning and business continuity strategies. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and the Resilience Standards for London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and execution of emergency planning and business continuity functions to meet statutory obligations.
• Act as the deputy for the Head of Civil Contingencies during their absence, ensuring continuity of operations and decision-making.
• Lead and manage emergency planning and business continuity projects, ensuring preparedness for potential emergencies.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance resilience and response capabilities.
• Conduct training and exercises to test and improve emergency plans and procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of emergency planning initiatives, making recommendations for improvements

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

Project Officer needed in Newbury

The rate is £43.55ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: 5258422

The successful candidate will be acting as Project Officer in delivering a construction related capital projects and annual capital maintenance programme (CMP). They will utilise and implement effective use of the Project Management Methodology in delivery of capital projects and will assist in developing a 3 year programme of capital maintenance works.

They will report and present project progress at monthly project review meetings using the project management templates status and cost updates on all allocated projects. They will provide professional advice and service to all clients and customers and continuously improve and assist in ensuring all key performance indicators and other set objectives are exceeded where possible.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

Planning officer needed in London ref 012611 Rate negotiable.

• The processing of planning applications
  • The provision of general planning advice
  • The processing of planning appeals
  • Development of planning policy and associated documents
  • Investigation of breaches and recommendations in respect of planning control
  • Continuing professional development in Town Planning
  • Mentoring/guidance of more junior team members.
  The postholder will operate within a team dealing either with planning policy, planning enforcement or development control. Movement between teams as part of an agreed personal development programme may be possible.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Business Support Assistant needed in Nottingham

The rate is £12.18ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: RQ1404565

The successful candidate will provide data entry support, including finance data. They will be responsible for maintaining spreadsheets and must be proficient in excel and word. They will be responsible for all general administration tasks and should have the ability to manage own workloads and prioritise tasks and adhere to deadlines. They will be handling sensitive data so must be compliant with GDPR regulations.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

Senior Planning Lawyer needed in Haringey, £36.04ph PAYE - Reference: RQ1403318

To provide specialist legal advice (mainly in the legal area of planning) put into legal effect the instruction of the client in such a way as to provide the Client with an excellent and contribute to improving Legal Services to enable the Client to fulfill its vision of making Haringey a better place in accordance with the Client's values.

The lawyer must be able to provide advice, draft s106 Agreements, highway agreements, comment on reports and attend planning committee as and when required.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Project Assistant needed in South London

The rate is £2.00ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: RQ1362711

The successful candidate will support the coordination, planning, control and delivery of the project and will provide a range of support to the SENCo by developing and maintaining processes and systems to successfully drive the projects and programmes forward, using effective monitoring methodologies to achieve successful outcomes on time and within budget.

They will improve the planning and delivery process of a range of other major projects as allocated and work with schools and at all levels of the organisation, to help deliver programme outcomes. They will also provide support to the SENCo as required in the development and establishment of the Education Strategy, Access and Inclusion division.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

Finance Business Partner needed in Nettleham, £25.96ph PAYE - Reference: 364523

37 hours per week.
Temp until March 31st 2025.
Standard shift pattern 08:30 - 16:30 (Mon-Thurs) 08:30 - 16:00 (Fri)

To provide an effective business partnering approach that enables budget holders to be effective in managing their areas of business, by providing professional financial advice, training in financial management and general financial support

1. To provide an effective financial management service for a designated segment of Lincolnshire Police, by adopting a business partnering approach and become a fully integrated member of the relevant Senior Leadership Team.
2. To prepare monthly management reports for discussion with budget holders; and in conjunction with the budget holder produce an accurate forecast outturn position each month.
3. To advise and assist budget holders with a plan for corrective action if a budget overspend is forecast; and to assist the budget holder to implement the plan and monitor progress.
4. Conduct regular reviews with assigned budget holders (for revenue budgets and capital projects) to ensure accurate monitoring and challenge is undertaken.
5. To work with budget holders and project managers to develop a budget for their designated areas for inclusion in the annual budget setting process and to proactively identify cash and efficiency savings as part of that process.
6. To provide regular advice and training to budget holders in respect of the Finance, Procurement and Contract Regulations to assist them in effectively managing their budgets.
7. To provide a comprehensive financial evaluation for all future service developments, which includes consideration of funding source, affordability and value for money. This will include a sound financial evaluation appropriate to the level of investment and include DCF evaluation techniques if appropriate. This will also include preparation of the financial evaluation sections of both decision reports and business cases, which will clearly identify funding source and financial benefits, both cashable and non-cashable.
8. To consider and advise on commercial and taxation (e.g. VAT) aspects of future service developments, particularly in respect of capital developments, which may impact on affordability.
9. To ensure month end close is completed in line with deadlines, including reviewing the calculation and posting of prepayments and accruals as prepared by the Assistant Accountant (FM&S).

This is a full time role on a temporary basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Principal Planning Enforcement Officer needed in Enfield, £23.45ph PAYE - Reference: RQ1391698

1. To manage and motivate a Planning Enforcement team created in association with a specific area or site specific projects or programmes and ensure compliance with performance targets

2. Taking decisions for the Client under the Assistant Director’s delegated powers in respect of determining planning enforcement matters for residential and commercial development, conservation areas, listed buildings, green belt land, shop fronts, advertisements, works to trees, untidy land or such other matters as may be required by the Assistant Director.

3. Manage a team to meet the objectives of the Planning Enforcement Team in maintaining, regenerating and improving the environment of the Borough by the implementation of the Unitary Development Plan, the Core Strategy of the Local Development Framework, the Mayor’s London Plan and other, planning policies.

4. Direct a team of planning enforcement officers in meeting the objectives of the Pollution Control, Planning Enforcement Team in providing an efficient, effective and good value service, while helping to deliver the aims and objectives of the Pollution Control, Planning Enforcement Action Plan through flexible and effective enforcement, tactics and operations.

This is a full time role on a temporary basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Parking Project Officer needed in Bexley

The rate is £17.98ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: RQ1392452

The successful candidate will provide direct project management support to Parking Management Team and Head of Service. They will assist the Parking Management Team and Head of Service with preparation and presentations to Committees and all other types of meetings.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

Principal Planning Policy Officer needed in North London Paying £26 per hr ref 1388051

Full time hours on a temporary basis

Role Purpose: Provide high-level policy advice on complex planning issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the response at the Examination in Public, preparing evidence and statements.

• Manage consultation processes and engage with key stakeholders, including the Planning Inspectorate, public agencies, and local communities.

• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, regional and national planning policies.

• Lead a team of officers to deliver the Local Plan with consistency, accuracy, and alignment.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

Business Rates Officer needed in Enfield

The rate is £22.00ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: RQ1379552

The successful candidate will join our Business Rates team within the Income & Debt department. They will work as part the back-office team and be responsible for the administration of Business Rates accounts in line with current legislation, ensuring all necessary action is taken to collect revenue efficiently and effectively. They will primarily undertake proactive work to improve collection and recover debt; additionally, they will be involved in processing applications for reliefs and exemptions, effectively responding to enquiries received by letter, telephone and electronically.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

Planning Officer needed in East London Paying £22.36 per day ref 1389220

Full time hours on a temporary basis

Role Purpose: Handle Development Management tasks within a team, including pre-application advice, planning applications, appeals, and enforcement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Development Management matters and negotiate with developers and other parties.

• Secure financial and community benefits through legal agreements.

• Collaborate with the Area Team Leader to achieve effective planning outcomes.

• Meet agreed service outcomes and personal appraisal targets.

• Ensure statutory and legal obligations are met and communicated effectively.

• Provide advice and support to junior colleagues.

• Deputize for the Area Team Leader as required.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

Business Support Assistant (Hybrid after training) needed in Usk, £13.02ph PAYE - Reference: RQ1384845

Varied administrative role in Children's services, this role will be part of a friendly and supportive business support team who support the Social work teams who work directly with professionals, children and their families that have been referred for child protection or safeguarding reasons.

37 hours per week, initially first 4 weeks will be office based in USK whilst undergoing training, thereafter a hybrid approach but 2 or 3 days in the office each week at the moment.

The role involves taking calls form professionals and families, setting up new laptops (after training) ie adding inboxes, short cuts, salutations etc and new mobile phones, validating data (assessing and amending) that has been put in incorrectly.

Other duties include dealing with petty cash, file viewings/DSARS work, putting on our child protection referrals within deadlines, "manning" inboxes, and general administration in connection with new referrals and those cases currently open to our Children with disabilities team.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Planner needed in Havering

The rate is £26.39ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: RQ1374006

The successful candidate will be an experienced Planning Officer with a minimum of 18 months experience to work in our Planning Applications Team.

They can work from home but there could be the occasional need to attend the office and also to attend site so a driving licence is also required to drive one of our pool cars or you would need to take effective arrangements to undertake site visits.

Attendance could also be required at Planning Committee.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

Project Manager needed in Reigate Paying £33.25 per hr ref 1366434

Full time hours on a temporary basis

• Programme Manager Role Overview

  Objective: Ensure appropriate governance and timely delivery of projects related to the medium-term future of arts and culture in the borough, prompted by the inability to operate its theatre due to RAAC and following the Executive’s August 2024 decision.

  Responsibilities:

  1. Coordinate and Manage the Programme:

     • Ensure the programme progresses at the required pace.
     • Complete all necessary project and programme paperwork.
     • Ensure all project and programme management governance processes are correctly followed.

  2. Oversee Individual Projects:

     • Development of the medium-term arts and cultural offer.
     • Future of the existing theatre building.
     • Staffing considerations.
     • Existing commitments and contracts.
     • Associated communications, engagement, and democratic processes.

  3. Work with the Programme Working Group:

     • Collaborate with a core group of officers from across teams.
     • Ensure projects come together as a coherent programme.
     • Achieve ambitious timescales.

  Team Structure:

  • A core group of up to 15 officers, convening as the “programme working group” chaired by the Strategic Head of Communities and Wellbeing.

  This role requires someone with strong coordination skills, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and a keen understanding of governance processes.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared