Total 486 Human Resources job vacancies in Elsenham, Essex, CM22 6JX

Your new company
Are you excited by the prospect of a target-drivenrole with the chance to boost sales in the expanding manufacturing sector inEssex? If so, this position is perfect for you! This company have a strongpresence in the East Anglia area and are continuing to see lots of success intheir field.

Your new role
We are seeking apositive and driven individual who possesses excellent communication skills tojoin our team as a Sales Executive. This role is imperative to the generationof new business and you will be immersed in a supportive, fast-moving and funoffice where you will have the opportunity to develop a career in sales.

Ideally, you will haveexperience in:

• Chasing leads
• Some experience within a previous sales position
• Prospecting and proactively making calls to introduce the business to other businesses/leads.
• Providing great levels of customer service for clients and colleagues.

What youwill get in return

• £20,000 - £25,000 plus commission.
• Progression and opportunity to play a big part in the business' success

What youneed to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now'to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now.

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Vehicle Technician - Harlow

Up to £38,000 basic + bonus & overtime!

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8.30 - 6, alternate Saturdays 8.30 - 1pm

Ref: OC19053

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified vehicle technician to join our client's in main dealership Harlow.

The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of vehicles. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a main dealership. This is opportunity for a Vehicle Technician as my client is never short on work and can offer a market leading commission scheme! This position requires a strong understanding of automotive systems and the ability to use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve complex problems. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cars and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Fantastic quarterly and yearly bonuses.

Company Benefits:

• Pension Plan.
• Market leading commission structure.
• Progression and career development.
• Training courses.
• Life insurance.

Vehicle Technician Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair vehicle problems, including engine, transmission, brake, suspension, and electrical issues.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Keep accurate records of all work performed and parts used.
• Communicate with customers about vehicle issues and repair recommendations.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Keep up to date with the latest automotive technology and repair techniques.

Vehicle Technician Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Vehicle Repair equivalent or higher.
• At least 1 years of experience as a vehicle technician.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools and software.
• MOT licence a bonus.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement. If you are a skilled and dedicated vehicle technician who is passionate about vehicles and committed to delivering high-quality work, please submit your resume for consideration.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Consultant: Maaria Munir

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Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Your new company
My client is based in Laindon, Essex, in a purpose-built design, engineering and headquarters building with 70 employees at this site.
Most of the business is the design, manufacture and assembly of filling and packaging lines for aerosols, with a high proportion of them being used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.
Your new role
They are looking to appoint a Personal Assistant to the Managing Director to work in their administration department at their headquarters in Laindon, Essex.

This role directly reports to the MD and requires knowledge, experience, and soft skills to provide high-level support.
This role requires flexibility, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously as duties may vary.
On-site: Monday - Friday
Typical Duties- Ensure the smooth operation of daily activities- Telephone communication, using TEAMS telephone system- Administrative support, calendar management, organising and maintaining appointments, meetings, and travel plans- Meeting coordination, scheduling, preparing agendas and minutes- Typing correspondence and documents- Booking, planning and coordinating travel logistics, including flights, accommodations, transportation, and itineraries- Management expenses, handling all related expenses, including reconciling receipts and preparing expense submissions.- Handling sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality- Managing personal tasks such as making appointments, running errands, and handling personal correspondence.- Planning and organising corporate and personal events, meetings, and conferences as needed- Liaising with stakeholders- Office administration- Any other ad hoc duties that may arise

What you'll need to succeed
Personal Attributes- Requires a high level of confidentiality, discretion and trustworthiness
- Confident in managing responsibilities
- Takes initiative with confidence
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective interaction with stakeholders.
- Willing to listen and respond well to feedback
- Adaptable, actively embraces change
- To be able to work individually and as part of a team
- Keen attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in document preparation and scheduling tasks.

Knowledge and Experience
- Several years of experience in an administrative or executive assistant role
- Applicant must be numerate and have good written and verbal communication skills
- Understanding of office operations, including administrative procedures, filing systems, and office software (Microsoft Office 365, especially Word)
- Confidence in producing correspondence and documents
- Relevant training or qualifications
- Good touch-typing speed required
- Time management, ability to prioritise tasks effectively, ensuring deadlines are met and time is used efficiently


What you'll get in return
The successful applicant will be eligible for a pension scheme and generous other benefits. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Warehouse Stock Checker - Waltham Abbey - £22,962

The position

• This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Waltham Abbey.
• Rate of pay: £22,962 per annum
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours plus daily 30-min unpaid break
• Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7, Shifts between: 12pm-8pm
• Working Environment - Mixed

A day in the life of a Warehouse Stock Operative

As a Warehouse Stock Operative, you will work as part of a dynamic and supportive team in what can be described as a fast-paced and target driven environment to ensure the stock entering or leaving the depot is accurate.

Our activities vary, so often, you may be required to work across multiple different workstreams such as Goods Inbound checks, Picker Accuracy audits and Load Adherence checks most of which require periods of manual handling.

Job activities

• Audit the Inbound accuracy of supplier deliveries on the GFR program.
• Audit Picker accuracy of stock destined for stores and fully investigate all errors found.
• Adhere to agreed audit and error verification procedures at all times.
• Maintain integrity at all times.
• Ensure the expected productivity levels are achieved, in line with customer expectations.
• Review daily targets in line with customer expectations.

RAS Benefits

• Flexible working shifts patterns - just ask!
• Competitive salary with optional pension scheme
• Regular overtime is available
• Free onsite parking & subsidised canteen
• Full training to help you perform at your best
• Recognition Awards and Incentives
• Genuine career progression
• Refer a friend bonus

Job specifics

• Able to actively respond to both verbal instructions and audible warning devices
• The ability to communicate well, both written and verbally.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

About RAS

Retail & Asset Solutions are an innovative and market-leading organisation providing audit services to some of the UK and Europe's largest Food, DIY and Apparel retailers. We engage, listen and work with our customers in a way they can trust, often operating as an extension of their own teams to deliver value-added business.

At RAS Supply Chain we have developed specialised expertise in supply chain assurance services. This helps retailers track and verify goods received from suppliers by checking pick and compliance accuracy, as well as easily integrating with customer IT systems to provide real-time management information.

As leaders in innovation, we embrace new technologies and concepts. We were the first company to use barcode scanning with bespoke reporting, and we were also the first to implement wireless RF data transmission. In the Supply Chain field we are the only organisation providing the end-to-end GFR service to retailers and suppliers. In our ongoing quest for innovation, we continue to research and develop solutions by working collaboratively with our customers and by identifying opportunities to drive sales and combat loss.

With approximately 3,500 employees, we have the largest pool of multi-skilled retail trained colleagues located throughout the UK and Ireland. We also have a fleet of over 70 minibuses ready to deliver count teams to any site in the UK, enabling us to deliver greater consistency in personnel and performance.

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Vehicle Technician vacancy - Chelmsford

Location: Chelmsford

Salary: £39,000 basic plus overtime

Working hours: 39:5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, week 2: 11:30 - 20:00). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off)

We are recruiting for a qualified Vehicle Technician for our client's workshop in Chelmsford. This is an exciting opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join a state-of-the-art workshop, great team and site that offers training & promotion opportunities.

Benefits:

• 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), rising with service and with the option to purchase more.
• An excellent company matched pension scheme and financial benefits.
• The chance to develop your career, including a customised annual training and development plan.
• PPE and image clothing supplied (including overalls and steel toe capped boots).
• Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out and socialising for you and the family.

Vehicle Technician role:

• All levels of technical works; from general servicing and repairs to diagnostics.
• Complete vehicle repairs to a high standard, adhere to manufacturer procedures and processes, become part of a team and mainly bring a high attention to detail.
• General maintenance & repairs.

Vehicle Technician Requirements

• Applicants must be Level 3 qualified in Light Vehicle Maintenance to be considered for this position
• Must hold a Full UK driving licence

If you have any further questions, then please submit your application so we can discuss through the opportunity and your CV.

Please note all applications will be strictly confidential and we won't send your CV out without talking with you first.

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Octane Reference: OC18740

Consultant: Daniel Ford

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

I am proud to be working with a renowned homeless organisation committed to transforming lives by helping individuals experiencing homelessness secure meaningful employment. Our mission is to provide comprehensive support, empowering our clients to achieve independence and stability.
Role Overview: We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our clients through their journey from homeless to home. You will work closely with individuals to understand their needs, provide guidance, and connect them with resources and opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments to identify clients' needs and barriers to employment.
• Develop personalised support plans in collaboration with clients.
• Provide one-on-one support, including job search assistance, resume writing, and interview preparation.
• Liaise with local employers and training providers to create employment opportunities.
• Facilitate workshops and group sessions on job readiness and life skills.
• Advocate for clients and provide ongoing emotional and practical support.
• Maintain accurate records and report on clients' progress.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a support or social housing role, preferably within a homeless or employment-focused setting.
• Strong understanding of the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental attitude.
• Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of clients.

To be eligible for this role you must also have a VALID UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle. Please note that this role does NOT offer sponsorship. To be eligible to apply for this role you must be currently living in the UK with a FULL right to work.
If you have the right experience and think this role is for you, please apply below! Alternatively, if you do not think this position is for you, please call 01473 261900 and ask to speak to Jacob for a confidential discussion on jobs that are available in your local area.

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Mobile Warehouse Stock Checker - Colchester - £25,043

Own Car is Required

The position

• This full-time permanent position,you will be responsible for driving around the region based in and around Colchester to complete audits on deliveries.
• Rate of pay: £25,043 per annum
• Weekly hours: 40 hours plus 30 min unpaid break (8.5 hours per day) concessions made to 6 hours per day based on stores visits +50 miles.
• Shift patterns Monday-Friday, within a window of 06:00-16:00
• Working Environment: Ambient
• Full Driving License and access to your own transport is essential.

A day in the life of a Warehouse Stock Operative

As a Mobile Accuracy Checker, you will work as part of a dynamic and supportive team in what can be described as a fast-paced and target driven environment to ensure the stock entering our customer store is accurate.

Job activities

• Audit the Inbound accuracy of multiple supplier deliveries at customer store level.
• Audit Picker accuracy of stock arriving at stores and fully investigate all errors found.
• Adhere to agreed audit and error verification procedures at all times.
• Maintain integrity at all times.
• Ensure the expected productivity levels are achieved, in line with customer expectations.
• Review daily targets in line with customer expectations.

RAS Benefits

• Flexible working shifts patterns - based around the store delivery window
• Competitive salary with optional pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Full training to help you perform at your best
• Recognition Awards and Incentives
• Genuine career progression
• Refer a friend bonus
• 20% discount card for our customer (after a qualification period)

Job specifics

• Able to actively respond to both verbal instructions and audible warning devices
• The ability to communicate well, both written and verbally.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• You will be confident in their ability to add and subtract without the use of a calculator.
• Full Driving License and access to your own transport
• All work may require prolonged periods of standing and all employees will be required to kneel, bend and squat in order to access and work with low and ground level stock.

This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.

By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.

Position: Surveyor Administrator (with progression)

Location: Bristol (Chipping Sodbury)

Industry: Building Surveying

Starting salary: £25,350 per annum

Do you have a passion for accuracy and an eye for detail? Are you an ambitious, bright and meticulous individual looking to be part of a supportive working family? Are you proactive, highly computer literate and able to absorb information quickly? If so, we might have the perfect opportunity for you!

Our client, a well-respected and established building surveying network firm, is searching for a Surveyor Administrator to join their friendly team. This is a rare opportunity for someone who is keen to progress in their career and has a long-term managerial career path in mind.

As a Surveyor Administrator, you will be an integral part of our client's team, working closely with building surveyors, brokers, and corporate clients to provide administrative support. Your excellent verbal and written skills will be put to good use as you communicate with clients daily. Our client is looking for someone who is not afraid to get stuck in and is willing to go above and beyond to ensure the success of the business which will result in a managerial position for the right person.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Dealing with high volumes of inbound calls and emails
• Communicating with surveyors, brokers and corporate clients
• Allocation of new instructions via a bespoke valuation system
• Progress chasing to ensure strict service levels are maintained
• Providing free quotes
• Provide general admin and office duties - dealing with any issues that may arise

In addition to these duties, our client is also looking for a candidate who is very computer literate and can utilise various software programs with ease. Our client needs someone who can learn and adapt quickly to new systems and tools.

Our client values ambition and are committed to helping their employees grow and develop within the company. They offer a structured training and development program to support your career progression. Are you dedicated and driven to succeed? We want to hear from you!

Our ideal candidate will have the following skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A confident and professional attitude
• Friendly and not afraid to get stuck in
• Computer literate with the ability to learn and use several different platforms as part of the role

Our client believes in fostering a positive and supportive working environment. They are a close-knit and dynamic team and want their new Surveyor Administrator to feel like they are part of the family from day one.

Please do apply if you feel you have the skills and drive for this exciting position or email your CV to coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Your new company
Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Your new role
Southend Council have an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time Social Worker to join the Ageing Well East Service.Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, a flexible approach is required as you will be required to be on site and travel around the city, as and when needed.The Ageing Well Service provides assessment and review functions for older aged adults and older adults with mental ill health. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Social Worker to work in Southend-on-Sea.

This post is crucial to the delivery of person-centred care assessments and supporting adults to remain as independent as possible. Working alongside health colleagues to prevent adults from being admitted to long term residential care and supporting interdependence with the community, you will support adults and their carers as a 'change agent' to build on their strengths, assets and abilities to self-manage.If you are a person who is passionate and highly motivated about developing services within a health and social care perspective, we would want to hear from you.In return, we will offer professional supervision, appraisal and regular training.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position you must be able to work in the UK, have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with the Social Work England and have completed your ASYE.

You must have current experience of working in the Adult Social Care sector and have the ability to build excellent working relationships with other agencies/professionals at all levels. You will need to be able to scope out community assets to better inform those people we work with.You must have knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, skills in assessment of carers and the ability to provide support and guidance to carers is essential.You need to have experience of applying the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and managing adult safeguarding enquiries or have a good understanding/knowledge if no direct experience is available.

What you'll get in return
When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working, salary car sacrifice scheme and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Your new role
Southend Council have an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time Social Worker to join the Ageing Well West Service.Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, a flexible approach is required as you will be required to be on site and travel around the city, as and when needed.The Ageing Well Service provides assessment and review functions for older aged adults and older adults with mental ill health. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Social Worker to work in Southend-on-Sea.This post is crucial to the delivery of person-centred care assessments and supporting adults to remain as independent as possible. Working alongside health colleagues to prevent adults from being admitted to long term residential care and supporting interdependence with the community, you will support adults and their carers as a 'change agent' to build on their strengths, assets and abilities to self-manage.

If you are a person who is passionate and highly motivated about developing services within a health and social care perspective, we would want to hear from you.In return, we will offer professional supervision, appraisal and regular training.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position you must be able to work in the UK, have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with the Social Work England and have completed your ASYE.You must have current experience of working in the Adult Social Care sector and have the ability to build excellent working relationships with other agencies/professionals at all levels. You will need to be able to scope out community assets to better inform those people we work with.

You must have knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, skills in assessment of carers and the ability to provide support and guidance to carers is essential.You need to have experience of applying the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and managing adult safeguarding enquiries or have a good understanding/knowledge if no direct experience is available.

What you'll get in return
When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working, salary car sacrifice scheme and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new role
Southend City Council have fantastic opportunities in their Prevention Service, who are currently expanding their service and looking for more Social Workers to join their teams on a full-time permanent basis.There has never been a better time to join our teams and participate in growing our service to be innovative, creative and providing high quality support to people when they need it most. The main aim of the teams is to use a strength-based approach to support people returning home after hospital and enable people to live safely in the community, maximising their abilities to care for themselves and to support carers to continue in their caring role as long as they are able to.
The team work creatively with people and their carers to empower them and identify individual and community-based assets.

You will work within the relevant legal frameworks, guidance, policies, and procedures to undertake assessments, reviews and support planning with individuals and their carers, promoting well-being, independence and safety. You will also undertake safeguarding processes. You will be joining one of two close-knit teams with extremely supportive and experienced managers and senior staff and excellent learning and development opportunities. We are committed to your continuous professional development and offer regular supervision within a supportive working environment, so you are given the capacity to provide the excellent level of support and attention needed, to make a real difference to the lives of people in our community.You will promote our Connected Southend Model. Connected Southend is Southend's whole service approach to community practice, personalised enablement, new models of commissioning and social care support across the city. In essence, it is our new approach to providing the very best information, advice, prevention, support and social care. Alongside this, Connected Southend has the heart of the city embedded within, through our use and support of voluntary and community groups, our arts, culture, leisure and our heritage.Living in Southend is so much more than local identity; it is how we relate to everything around us; our history as much as our future, and our desire to remain within the communities we call home with the people that are important to us.

Bringing together practitioners, commissioners and providers, as well as our wider culture, arts and leisure services, we aim to change the way we support and enable people to live the lives they choose to live.
Connected Southend is underpinned by the core concepts of the Care Act, ensuring community opportunities, citizenship and personalised outcomes and is now core to Southend's Social Services plans for the future. The model itself sets out standards, principles and approaches for staff delivering services. It places more emphasis on prevention and enablement, and supports people to live the life they want.

Within these positions, hybrid working is available. However, you are required to be on site at the Civic Centre a minimum of 2 days a week.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position you must be able to work in the UK, have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with the Social Work England and have completed your ASYE.

You need to have previous experience of working in the Adult Social Care sector.You will have the ability to apply a strength-based, asset-based approach to assessment, care planning and review.Have experience of applying the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and managing adult safeguarding enquiries or have a good understanding/knowledge if no direct experience is available.

You need to have the ability to develop relationships with internal & external stakeholders including voluntary, public, private sector organisations, partners, suppliers and contractors, as well as ongoing commitment to continuous professional training and self-development.

What you'll get in return
When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working, salary car sacrifice scheme and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training.
What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Your new role
Mockingbird is an approach used in fostering to help improve placement stability for children in care, by helping carers to feel supported to offer more stable placements. Mockingbird uses the extended family model for foster carers by creating a hub which helps carers to offer each other respite care, peer support and joint social activities.

It creates a constellation of 6 to 10 satellite fostering families who are supported by 1 hub home that is operated by an experienced foster carer, offering planned and emergency sleepovers, advice, training and peer support. The Mockingbird programme works to meet the need for continuity and support for children and young people in care and for additional support for foster carers.Southend City Council are looking to appoint a part-time agency, Mockingbird Liaison Officer, who is a great relationship builder, a good co-ordinator and wants to make a difference for children in carer. This is a great opportunity to join this exciting new Mockingbird project.This post has hybrid options available. You will be spending the majority of time out and about in the community, required to be on site 1 day a week and the 22.5 hours are flexible. Please note that some weekend hours might be needed for events and social occasions.

As the Mockingbird Liaison Officer, you will work with key partners to develop a shared understanding of and commitment to, the Mockingbird Model. You will help to recruit foster carers to the new constellation and with families to create an extended family community for children and young people.The successful candidate will work alongside the fostering managers, social workers and support the wider working of the fostering service.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position, you must have current experience of working within foster care services. You will have a high standard of customer service and administrative skills, along with this, experience and understanding of working collaboratively with internal and external teams and the ability to prioritise.You need to have the ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Your new company
Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Your new role
Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time, permanent Strategic Commissioning Data Officer.

Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, you are required to be on-site at the Civic Centre a minimum of 2 days a week.This role is focussed on data and research, which is a vital part of any commissioning function. The council are looking for someone who has an analytic mindset and are able to help to use the data that they have available to inform future commissioning intentions.The role exists to transform and modernise care and support in Southend. You will provide commissioning and project support to specific commissioning work-streams.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position, you must have previous experience as a commissioning officer, with knowledge of current national social care policies and an understanding of current NHS national, regional and local priorities.You will need to be able to analyse, interpret and assess data and have excellent IT skills, covering various applications. You will need prior knowledge of LAS and ContrOCC.

What you'll get in return
When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Your new company
Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.
Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Your new role
Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time, permanent Strategic Commissioning Officer.You will be required to cover all age commissioning with a focus on all age carers and managing the caring well strategy and partnership group across Southend.

You will co-produce change with people who need support, their friends/families and the residence of Southend. You will provide commissioning and project support to specific commissioning work streams. Also, you will help to develop commissioning plans that enable service users and carers to exercise choice and control in relation to how their needs are met and that ensures value for money.

Using market intelligence, supply and demand data and the views of service users and their families, you will inform the de-commissioning, redesign and commissioning of services, using co-production principles. Also, ensuring effective delivery of commissioning projects, you will ensure effective project reporting and monitoring of benefit realisation.

Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, you are required to be on-site at the Civic Centre a minimum of 2 days a week.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position, you must have previous experience as a commissioning officer, with knowledge of current national social care policies and an understanding of current NHS national, regional and local priorities.

Have a keen knowledge of the local health and social care system across Southend along with experience of commissioning or planning and managing tendering and supply chain projects.Along with this, you are required to have excellent project management and organisational skills, along with the ability to manage tight deadlines and manage priorities.

What you'll get in return
When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Hays are proud to be partnering with a vibrant, welcoming artistic hub at the heart of the cultural life of Colchester. We are looking to recruit a Finance Assistant to join a friendly, warm team within a charitable organisation.
Your new role

• Part-Time Finance Assistant - reporting to the Finance Manager
• (2.5 days a week - 18.5 hours)

• Inputting data, processing invoices, cash handling, bank reconciliations
• Complete purchase and sales ledger transactions
• Assist with cash handling, float reconciliation, petty cash disbursements and BACS payments

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a finance setting and an understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and payroll functions
• Confident ability to use online systems and spreadsheets within a paperless filing system
• Pride in the work they do and an insightful nature
• Cash handling experience

What you'll get in return

• 20 days holiday - Plus Bank Holidays (28 in total)
• Supportive team and newly refurbished office
• Flexible working with minimum 1 day of remote working
• Study support
• Discounted company vendor incentives

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jess on 01206766621.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk