Total 47 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Kettering, Northamptonshire

Your new company
This highly reputable company is the largest UK business in the logistics sector. They operate across more than 200 sites in the UK and Ireland and, with a strong profile of customers, they are constantly growing, winning new business, and setting up new teams.

Your new role
They are currently recruiting for a Finance Administrator at a Northampton site. Reporting to the Assistant Finance Manager, this role is crucial for producing accurate management accounts by analysing labour costs and key productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse labour hours and assist Operational Heads with key variances.
• Assist with the preparation and closure of monthly and weekly invoices.
• Raise online Purchase Orders and ad-hoc payment requests.
• Perform weekly statement reconciliations.
• Handle month-end responsibilities, including basic accounting principles.
• Run daily reports to identify trends.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reports, working with operations to understand variances.
• Develop strong relationships with various stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Finance Manager to support growth opportunities.
• Report and monitor key performance indicators.
• Produce ad-hoc reports, costings, and expenditure trend analysis.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal person will be detail-oriented, eager to engage in all finance department tasks, confident in communication, and able to challenge the status quo. Experience in accounts payable maintenance is essential and a background working in the Transport, Logistics, or Warehousing industry would be ideal. The ideal person will demonstrate drive, energy, and a commitment to continuous improvement. They should be proactive, inquisitive, and passionate about challenging teams to enhance performance. The ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards is crucial. Flexibility and a positive response to customer requests are essential. Strong relationship-building skills at all levels and excellent PC skills, with the ability to leverage IT and systems, are required. This role is suitable for someone looking to start or continue their AAT, with an apprenticeship for AAT and beyond offered.

What you'll get in return
In addition to generous remuneration, our client offers a friendly, safety-first working environment with benefits such as a company pension scheme, generous holidays, a cycle-to-work scheme, an online discount platform, on-site parking, and more. They value their people and provide significant opportunities for career development, progression, training enrichment, and multi-skilling in a dynamic environment. The position is a hybrid working pattern, with two days a week based on site.

What you need to do now
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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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For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Chief Financial Officer - Academies Trust

LOCATION: Northampton

JOB TYPE: Permanent

START DATE: January+

SALARY: £60k-£70k depending on experience

WHY APPLY THROUGH MANA EDUCATION?
Since 2009, we've acquired insights about schools, including their environment, application process, and candidate expectations. We share this knowledge with our candidates, enhancing their preparation for interviews and giving them an advantage over those entering without such information.

SCHOOL SUMMARY
Our client's Trust is dedicated to delivering high standards of academic achievement, personal development, and community contribution. With a commitment to excellence, the Trust fosters a collaborative environment and values participation and societal impact.

The Trust's flagship academy opened in 2016 with a small team and has since grown to over 200 staff members. In 2019, the academy received an "Outstanding" Ofsted rating in every category. This success fuels the Trust's vision as it prepares to welcome its second and third schools, opening in 2025 and 2027.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Our client seeks a forward-thinking executive who is passionate about education and can drive financial excellence across the Trust. This role requires strategic vision, leadership, and a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive culture. The ideal candidate will possess financial acumen, resilience, emotional intelligence, and a sense of humor, embodying the values that define our client's Trust.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Leadership and Strategic Support
- Support the CEO and Trust Board in achieving strategic objectives and uphold Trust values through visible leadership.
- Provide financial expertise and support in Trust strategic planning, financial strategies, and self-evaluation processes.
- Lead financial planning for new schools and growth initiatives, ensuring smooth integration into Trust systems.

2. Financial Oversight and Compliance
- Oversee and manage the Trust's financial systems, ensuring compliance with Trust policies, ESFA regulations, and financial best practices.
- Provide accurate financial reports, forecasts, and budget projections for the Trust Board, Finance Committee, and stakeholders.
- Lead procurement processes and maintain efficient finance systems to ensure value for money across the Trust.

3. Team Management and Development
- Lead and manage the finance team, including recruitment, training, and ongoing professional development.
- Support Headteachers and finance contributors across the Trust to ensure they meet financial objectives and comply with finance policies.
- Foster a collaborative environment, providing guidance and motivation to drive team effectiveness and continuous improvement.

4. Performance Monitoring and Standards
- Monitor financial performance of Trust academies, identify improvement areas, and ensure actions are taken to support school effectiveness.
- Advise on resource allocation and financial policy changes to support schools in achieving educational goals and financial stability.
- Engage with external agencies, regulatory bodies, and local authorities to enhance Trust performance and compliance.

5. Growth and Development
- Conduct financial due diligence and risk assessments for new or transferring schools, ensuring comprehensive project management and smooth transitions.
- Support resource generation strategies to secure additional funding and resources for Trust development.

6. Financial Systems and Reporting
- Ensure the effectiveness of finance management systems, including budget planning, capital investments, and cash flow management.
- Oversee the preparation of monthly and annual accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
- Manage compliance with regulatory requirements for audits, VAT, pensions, and financial statements.

7. Stakeholder Relationships and Collaboration
- Develop strong relationships with ESFA, DfE, local authorities, and Trust personnel to promote effective communication and knowledge sharing.
- Provide financial advice and professional accounting expertise to staff, ensuring capability across finance operations.


BENEFITS
* Professional development and growth opportunities
* The chance to contribute strategically within a forward-looking Trust
* A collaborative and conscientious work environment
* Access to IT and reprographics support
* Membership in the LGPS pension scheme

Join our client on their journey to deliver exceptional education and community impact. Apply today to become a key part of this exciting phase of growth and excellence!


HOW TO APPLY:
'Apply Now' and let Maja guide you through the process. For more information, reach out to us at:

Phone: 01572 729757 or freephone 0800 0 255 144
Email: ed@manaeducation.co.uk

Rest assured, your details are safe with us. We will never send or discuss your information without your written consent.

Our commitment to excellence:
Mana Education is audited by REC Education and authorized by the Crown Commercial Services.

Safeguarding is our priority:
Mana Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable people.

Diversity and inclusion:
Mana Education is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

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For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the attached job description. The full person specification can be accessed within the same document.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Bank Kitchen Assistant is so important. Providing cover for any planned or unplanned absences, you'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents and enhance their hospitality experience. ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Bank Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach, and flexible when it comes to your work patterns. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take catering seriously and even run a fiercely-contested annual Barchester Hospitality Awards. If you do well in this role it could lead to a permanent one. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Ready to embark on a transformative journey in your career? Do you possess the dedication and enthusiasm to intervene effectively across whole families to support children and young people, on the edge of care to remain or return home? If your answer is a resounding yes, then we're eager to hear from you.

We're thrilled to announce an opportunity for an adept individual to step into the role of Senior Co-ordinator within the family group conferencing team. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to the expansion of an innovative service within our Trust.

A Family Group Conference (FGC) is a family led meeting, supported by their wider network in which people come together to plan for a child/ren. The process is supported by an independent and impartial co-ordinator who helps the family prepare.

The role of the Senior is to support the team to deliver the service in line with the organisational strategy and to supervise and support the FGC team in the development and delivery of Northamptonshire Children’s Trust Family Group Conferencing Service. As part of the role the post holder will line manage and deliver supervision to 4 FCG co-ordinators and 1administator.

This role will be required to support families to make realistic, safe, and robust plans for the protection of their children and to enable families to care for their children within their own family and friend’s network.

At times undertake work outside of usual office hours

Our benefits

We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.

We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:

• 28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits
• A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions
• Extensive Learning & Development and career development opportunities
• Subsidised town centre car parking scheme

What will you be doing?

- To lead and manage, oversee, and support the work of a team of FGC staff: FGC Co-ordinators and Business Support to ensure that all FGC work undertaken is of high quality and effective in meeting targets

- Co-ordinate the delivery of FGCs including caseload management, monitoring and task allocation

- Provide professional leadership and support to ensure the team adheres to safe practices and manages workloads effectively within agreed standards and timeframes.

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- To monitor performance against key performance indicators and, prepare and present performance data, reports, and programme information and work with partner agencies to deliver a highly performing FGC service

- Implement services that are responsive to the voices and experiences of children to enhance outcomes.

- To hold a small caseload to maintain own professional skill and ensure that all staff retain a high level of integrity to the model

About you

- Minimum level 5 Qualification in in Social Work, Health or Education. Or equivalent substantial, relevant professional experience of working with children , young people vulnerable adults and their families AND qualified to deliver Family Group Conferences.

- Family Group Conference Trained/qualified, and experience of delivering FGC’s

- A deep understanding of the complex issues faced by children and young people at the edge of care, and what works to create and maintain safe, stable and sustained outcomes.

- Proven experience in supervising or supporting staff to deliver whole family interventions.

- Extensive, hands-on experience in preventative work with children and families facing escalating needs, with demonstrated ability to assess risks, safeguard, and intervene effectively.

- Enhanced DBS Clearance.

If you possess the requisite skills, experience, and enthusiasm for this role, we would love to hear from you!

For an informal discussion, feel free to contact Trudy Jones at 07920 060849 or Trudy.Jones@nctrust.co.uk.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families.

When applying please ensure your supporting statement covers how you fulfil the essential criteria set out in the person specification as this will be used for shortlisting. You will need to provide a full employment history including any gaps since leaving full time education

When applying please ensure your supporting statement covers how you fulfil the essential criteria set out in the person specification as this will be used for shortlisting. You will need to provide a full employment history including any gaps since leaving full time education

About us

At Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, children, young people and families are at the heart of all we do – in every decision we make and every action we take. Our mission is driven by the unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for them. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils.

Our workforce are our most valuable asset and are pivotal to making the services and support we offer to children, young people and families who need us to be the absolute best we can be.

We value our colleagues and empower them to be able to do the best job of their lives every single day, working in a culture of support and kindness where achievements are celebrated and creativity is very much welcomed.

At NCT equality, diversity and inclusion are part of us and in everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and thrive in our organisation.  We are a disability confident employer and have a commitment to care leavers who we guarantee an interview if they meet the essential criteria.

Join our dedicated team and be a part of an organisation where your work makes a real difference.

This Global Insurance Company with a small UK Northamptonshire office employing around 12 staff is looking for a Commercial Insurance Broker/ Commercial Renewals Handler to deal with Commercial business policy renewals

Offering a basic salary of around £30,000 (negotiable) plus Bonus, 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays), Private Medical Insurance, Company Pension scheme and a great supportive colleagues and management team. This really is a great place to work.

The ideal Commercial Insurance broker will have previously worked within Commercial Insurance with a good understanding of public liability or plant or indemnity Insurance.
Key attributes required
·Commercial Insurance background
·Confident communication (verbal and written) skills
·Analytical skills
·Self motivated
·Numeracy skills

The Commercial Insurance broker role duties :
Key responsibilities include
·meticulously preparing renewal documentation
·conducting precise rating assessments for renewals
·effectively managing the quoting and processing of Mid-Term Adjustments within 30 days of the current renewal expiry date
·addressing inquiries from clients, brokers and Insurers via phone or email, ensuring their concerns are promptly resolved
· create and maintain diaries on our computer system
·actively pursuing any outstanding information required from clients and brokers.

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Package Description: Shift Details:8 am-8 pm or 8 pm-8 am At Avery Healthcare we believe in caring for those who care for our residents; we recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues,supportingyour career development with a variety of apprenticeships, and provide you with access to a range of leisure and retail discounts. We will also reimburse the cost of your NMC renewal. We are nowseekingacompassionate,enthusiastic,and dedicatedindividual to join ourfriendly, award-winning team asaRegistered Nurse. ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus asa Registered Nursewill beto act as person in charge,standingin for the Manager asrequiredandobserveall instructions to act upon his/her behalfwhilst youensurehigh standardsof care toourresidents. Other responsibilitieswillinclude: Undertakingnursing tasks including distribution of medication, dressings, catheterisation, tube feeding and management of chronic medical conditions. Advisingfamilies of residents andGPsof any changes in condition, which gives rise to concern and keeps them informed and involved in choices for ongoing care. Responsibilityfor the effective deployment and supervision of staff within the care team, ensuring all tasks are completed during the period of duty and residents receive required care. Providing high standards of care by undertaking accurate assessment and planning. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Our ideal candidatemust: Hold a First Level qualification and current NMC Registration. Demonstrate a minimum 2years experienceand up to date knowledge of care,supported by relevant post-basic studies/qualification. Display good interpersonal skills and ability to instruct and demonstrate care activities. Have sound knowledge of care planning and its practical application. ABOUT AVERY As one of the largestproviders of luxury elderly care homes in the UK,we believe that the lateryearsof our residents' lives should be as enriching as any other.Our vision of creating meaningful livestogether is reached by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes whilst establishing ourselves as the preferred choice forresidents and employees. Please note this role will require: ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline dependant on volume of applications received and business needs.

Commercial Accountant / Finance Business Partner

Location: Northampton (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Car allowance of £6,600 and excellent benefits

Are you a dynamic and detail-oriented accountant looking to make a significant impact? We are seeking a Commercial Accountant to join our client and take charge of the commercial aspects of their financial reporting. In this role, you will act as a business partner to the operational and management teams, ensuring the business runs efficiently and profitably.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Partnering: Support project management teams from tender through to completion and provide insights to manufacturing teams on BOM and direct costs.
• Commercial Awareness: Collaborate with sales managers to enhance commercial awareness and review recovery rates and departmental charging mechanisms.
• Performance Analysis: Assist in developing business performance data and analysis for Directors and Managers, and develop customer profitability analysis.
• Margin Improvement: Identify and communicate opportunities to increase margins and provide clear, accurate management information on commercial performance.
• Financial Modelling: Develop cashflow modelling for projects and key business activities, and assist in sales pipeline reporting.
• Reporting & Forecasting: Work alongside FPAM and CFO to improve the quality of analysis in monthly reporting and forecast preparation.
• Problem Solving: Proactively identify business issues that hinder financial projections and prepare ad hoc financial models and business cases.
• Travel: National and international travel as required.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualifications: CIMA or ACCA qualified.
• Technical Skills: Strong intermediate Excel skills and experience with costing in a complex ERP environment, particularly SAP ERP.
• Experience: Proven experience in preparing management accounts, forecasts, and business analysis.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

Participation in 1 in 8 Cardiology middle grade oncall rota. The appointee will also be encouraged to undertake research and audit, as well as attendance at regional and national educational meetings. He/she will also actively participate in our busy educational programme of teaching under and postgraduates. For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

The successful candidate will join the Paediatric 14 WTE Middle Grade on-call rota, where you will rotate through the general paediatric ward, Paediatric assessment unit, NICU and outpatient clinics during the working day. On-call cover includes evenings, nights and weekends which are covered by two Consultants, two ST4-8 Drs, two SHOs and 1-2 Foundation year 1 Doctors. One Consultant, Registrar, SHO and FY1 will cover Skylark and PAU and a separate Consultant, Registrar & SHO will cover NICU, labour ward and postnatal wards. Attendance at morning and evening handover is expected. The Consultants operate a Paediatrician and Neonatal Consultant of the week rota for the Childrens & NICU wards. Following the weekend on-call commencing Friday 1 pm, all general paediatric admissions are admitted under the duty paediatrician and all NICU admissions are admitted under the duty NICU Consultant of the week. The Paediatrician / NICU Consultant of the week is responsible for the emergency on-call during the week, within daytime hours, with out of hours on-calls shared amongst the consultant colleagues. All our rotas are EWTD and new junior doctor contract compliant. The Trust recognises the importance of continuing medical education, and the budget funded by the Trust is held by the Medical Director. Excellent, teaching and education and library services are provided with an active Postgraduate Medical Centre. A new purpose-built Library and Education Centre with a Clinical Skills Laboratory is available to further enhance the teaching facilities. Protected teaching is provided on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday lunchtimes. A regular teaching programme including induction for junior doctors is in operation. Final year medical students are allocated to the Department from Leicester University for their training. Regular supervision and workplace-based assessments for junior doctors are in place and research and audit is supported by an active Clinical Governance Support Unit.

Spurgeons is one of the UK's leading children's charities, firmly supported by Christian beliefs and values, helping to support vulnerable children and their families. We deliver projects to support children, young people, their families, and communities to find long-lasting solutions to the challenges they face. We are passionate about the work we do and need equally committed members on our team to help us achieve those goals.

ABOUT US

Spurgeons’ Finance Services team is at the heart of empowering our mission to support children, young people, and families across the UK. We manage the charity’s financial health, ensuring every donation and grant is maximised for impact. From budgeting and financial planning to compliance and reporting, we provide the strategic support that drives our life-changing programmes.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Head of Finance Services at Spurgeons, you will be at the heart of a mission that transforms lives. This pivotal role is not just about managing finances—it's about driving our charity’s success and making a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and families. You will lead a passionate finance team, championing a culture of innovation and excellence. By leveraging your expertise in the latest financial technologies and practices, you’ll ensure our financial strategies are impactful and aligned with our mission. You’ll advise senior leadership and trustees, guiding critical decisions and ensuring every penny is used effectively. From overseeing all financial functions to leading the annual budgeting cycle and managing financial performance, your role will be dynamic and rewarding. You'll prepare vital financial reports, support capital investments, and spearhead cost-saving initiatives. Your work will directly enhance the quality of our programmes and the support we provide, creating a brighter future for those we serve. Join us and be a driving force in making a lasting impact through financial stewardship and strategic leadership.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for an exceptional finance leader who is as passionate about transforming lives as we are. If you're a qualified Accountant with extensive experience in a complex third-sector environment, we want to hear from you! You thrive in leading finance teams through change, excel in financial planning and reporting, and have a knack for advising non-financial experts. Your expertise in online accounting systems, charity accounts, and internal audits will set you apart. You're a strategic thinker with a flair for innovation, ready to leverage technology for financial excellence. With your commercial acumen and ability to inspire, you’ll drive cost-efficiency and growth while communicating complex financial insights with ease. Join us and be a pivotal force in enhancing our impact and creating brighter futures for children and families.

BENEFITS

Continuous professional development
Regular support through supervision, appraisal & well-being initiatives
In house learning platform
Generous pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date: 23rd October 2024

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people we serve. This post is subject to necessary safeguarding checks including an appropriate level DBS Disclosure.

Spurgeons is a Living Wage Employer.

We actively encourage applications from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

Ready to embark on a transformative journey in your career? Do you possess the dedication and enthusiasm to intervene effectively across whole families to support children and young people, on the edge of care to remain or return home? If your answer is a resounding yes, then we're eager to hear from you.

We're thrilled to announce an opportunity for an adept individual to step into the role of a Co-ordinator within the family group conferencing team. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to the expansion of an innovative service within our Trust.

A Family Group Conference (FGC) is a family led meeting, supported by their wider network in which people come together to plan for a child/ren. The process is supported by an independent and impartial co-ordinator who helps the family prepare.

This role will be required to support families to make realistic, safe, and robust plans for the protection of their children and to enable families to care for their children within their own family and friend’s network.

At times undertake work outside of usual office hours

Our benefits

We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.

We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:

• 28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits
• A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions
• Extensive Learning & Development and career development opportunities
• Subsidised town centre car parking scheme

What will you be doing?

- Responsible for safeguarding and always promoting the welfare of children and raising any concerns if they arise without delay.

- Promote collaborative decision-making by working with the children and parents/carers to identify wider family/friends’ network who will be invited to the conference to support parents to make informed decisions that will safeguard their children

- Identify the wishes and feelings of the children, to support them to attend the conference and ensure that their voices are heard. To advocate on behalf of or identify advocates for other vulnerable adults to ensure that their voices are heard.

- Co-ordinate and Chair Family Group Conferences within timescales. Manage difficult situations that may occur at the conference, support families to resolve conflict and focus on the needs to the child.

- Undertake risk assessments when visiting family members and to maintain the safety of all participants attending the conference.

- To ensure that reasonable care is always taken and work to comply, comply with the policies and procedures of the Northamptonshire Children’s Trust this includes promoting and contributing to all practices and policies including Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Prevent, on-line safety, and Equality and Diversity.

About you

- Level 3 qualification in working with children, young people vulnerable adults and their families.

- A deep understanding of the complex issues faced by children and young people at the edge of care, and what works to create and maintain safe, stable and sustained outcomes.

- Proven experience of direct work with families with multiple problems and working with families who find it difficult to engage with services.

- Knowledge and training in Early Help and Integrated Working.

- Training in motivational interviewing, solution focussed and other strengths-based approaches.

- Experience of facilitating/negotiation/mediation with individuals and groups

If you possess the requisite skills, experience, and enthusiasm for this role, we would love to hear from you!

For an informal discussion, feel free to contact Trudy Jones on 07920 060849 or Trudy.Jones@nctrust.co.uk.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families.

When applying please ensure your supporting statement covers how you fulfil the essential criteria set out in the person specification as this will be used for shortlisting. You will need to provide a full employment history including any gaps since leaving full time education

About us

At Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, children, young people and families are at the heart of all we do – in every decision we make and every action we take. Our mission is driven by the unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for them. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils.

Our workforce are our most valuable asset and are pivotal to making the services and support we offer to children, young people and families who need us to be the absolute best we can be.

We value our colleagues and empower them to be able to do the best job of their lives every single day, working in a culture of support and kindness where achievements are celebrated and creativity is very much welcomed.

At NCT equality, diversity and inclusion are part of us and in everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and thrive in our organisation.  We are a disability confident employer and have a commitment to care leavers who we guarantee an interview if they meet the essential criteria.

Join our dedicated team and be a part of an organisation where your work makes a real difference.

This Global Insurance Company with a small UK Northamptonshire office employing around 12 staff is looking for a Commercial Insurance Broker/ Commercial Renewals Handler to deal with Commercial business policy renewals

Offering a basic salary of around £30,000 (negotiable) plus Bonus, 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays), Private Medical Insurance, Company Pension scheme and a great supportive colleagues and management team. This really is a great place to work.

The ideal Commercial Insurance broker will have previously worked within Commercial Insurance with a good understanding of public liability or plant or indemnity Insurance.
Key attributes required
·Commercial Insurance background
·Confident communication (verbal and written) skills
·Analytical skills
·Self motivated
·Numeracy skills

The Commercial Insurance broker role duties :
Key responsibilities include
·meticulously preparing renewal documentation
·conducting precise rating assessments for renewals
·effectively managing the quoting and processing of Mid-Term Adjustments within 30 days of the current renewal expiry date
·addressing inquiries from clients, brokers and Insurers via phone or email, ensuring their concerns are promptly resolved
· create and maintain diaries on our computer system
·actively pursuing any outstanding information required from clients and brokers.

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.