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Senior Finance Advisor - Education Sector Specialist
Location: Surrey - Remote with regular travel to clients' premises
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £45k+
- Join a dynamic company dedicated to providing top-quality financial solutions for the education sector.
- Excellent career progression prospects, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package
- Contribute to the success and sustainability of educational institutions across the UK
- Friendly and positive work environment emphasising flexibility, continuous learning, and work-life balance
Our client, a leading provider of financial services for the education sector, is seeking a highly motivated Finance Consultant to join their talented team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional passionate about making a positive impact in the education sector to take on a key role within a growing company.
Position Overview
As a Finance Advisor, you will play a crucial role in supporting educational institutions in managing their finances effectively.
You will work closely with school finance staff, providing training on relevant finance software, offering absence cover for senior finance roles, and assisting with monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring compliance with financial regulations and best practices, ultimately contributing to the overall success and sustainability of the schools and academies we serve.
Responsibilities
- Train school finance staff on relevant finance software and best practices
- Provide absence cover for Senior Finance Manager and Finance Controller roles
- Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with school budgets and forecasts
- Aid clients and auditors with financial statements and year-end audits
- Advise clients on best practices based on the Academies Financial Handbook
- Ensure client work is scheduled appropriately and maintain communication with line managers regarding workload
- Arrange client work logistics and promote our services to potential clients
- Maintain a strong presence on LinkedIn and keep up with sector changes
- Conduct training and development for junior team members
Requirements
- Proven experience in a finance role within the education sector
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and best practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
- Proficiency in relevant finance software and Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills
- Professional demeanour, positive attitude, and strong work ethic
- Commitment to career development and self-reflection
- Confidence to interact with clients in challenging situations and resolve team issues effectively
· Accountancy qualification - ACA or ACCA Qualified preferred
· Experience working in the education or charity sector
· Knowledge of PS Financials/IRIS Financials software would be desirable
· Be dedicated to delivering the best possible service to clients
· Be professional and presentable
· Have exceptional communication skills with the ability to speak to individuals of all levels
· Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle
Company Overview
Our client is a well-established company specialising in providing comprehensive financial solutions tailored to the unique needs of the education sector.
With a mission to support educational institutions in managing their finances effectively, they have built a reputation for delivering high-quality services that ensure compliance with financial regulations and promote best practices.
The company's dedicated team of experts works closely with schools and academies across the UK, contributing to their overall success and sustainability.
Benefits
- Great career progression prospects
- Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare plan, pension scheme, and study support, regular training opportunities
- Social events
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunities to participate in company charity events
- Friendly and positive work environment that values commitment, passion, and continuous learning
Alongside this attractive package, you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values work-life balance and fosters a culture of continuous professional development.
Our client is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where every team member can thrive and make a meaningful impact in the education sector.
They are looking to hire immediately, so apply today!
At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit.
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Type: Permanent Location: Reigate, England
Start: 20/12/2024
Salary / Rate: Hybrid + Benefits
Posted: 2024-11-14 12:27:59
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Finance Advisor - Education Sector Specialist
Location: North Kent - Remote with regular travel to clients' premises
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £35k+
- Join a dynamic company dedicated to providing top-quality financial solutions for the education sector.
- Excellent career progression prospects, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package
- Contribute to the success and sustainability of educational institutions across the UK
- Friendly and positive work environment emphasising flexibility, continuous learning, and work-life balance
Our client, a leading provider of financial services for the education sector, is seeking a highly motivated Finance Consultant to join their talented team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional passionate about making a positive impact in the education sector to take on a key role within a growing company.
Position Overview
As a Finance Advisor, you will play a crucial role in supporting educational institutions in managing their finances effectively.
You will work closely with school finance staff, providing training on relevant finance software, offering absence cover for senior finance roles, and assisting with monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring compliance with financial regulations and best practices, ultimately contributing to the overall success and sustainability of the schools and academies we serve.
Responsibilities
- Train school finance staff on relevant finance software and best practices
- Provide absence cover for Senior Finance Manager and Finance Controller roles
- Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with school budgets and forecasts
- Aid clients and auditors with financial statements and year-end audits
- Advise clients on best practices based on the Academies Financial Handbook
- Ensure client work is scheduled appropriately and maintain communication with line managers regarding workload
- Arrange client work logistics and promote our services to potential clients
- Maintain a strong presence on LinkedIn and keep up with sector changes
- Conduct training and development for junior team members
Requirements
- Proven experience in a finance role within the education sector
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and best practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
- Proficiency in relevant finance software and Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills
- Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong work ethic
- Commitment to career development and self-reflection
- Confidence to interact with clients in challenging situations and resolve team issues effectively
· Accountancy qualification - ACA or ACCA Qualified preferred
· Experience working in the education or charity sector
· Knowledge of PS Financials/IRIS Financials software would be desirable
· Be dedicated to delivering the best possible service to clients
· Be professional and presentable
· Have exceptional communication skills with the ability to speak to individuals of all levels
· Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle
Company Overview
Our client is a well-established company specialising in providing comprehensive financial solutions tailored to the unique needs of the education sector.
With a mission to support educational institutions in managing their finances effectively, they have built a reputation for delivering high-quality services that ensure compliance with financial regulations and promote best practices.
The company's dedicated team of experts works closely with schools and academies across the UK, contributing to their overall success and sustainability.
Benefits
- Great career progression prospects
- Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare plan, pension scheme, and study support, regular training opportunities
- Social events
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunities to participate in company charity events
- Friendly and positive work environment that values commitment, passion, and continuous learning
Alongside this attractive package, you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values work-life balance and fosters a culture of continuous professional development.
Our client is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where every team member can thrive and make a meaningful impact in the education sector.
They are looking to hire immediately, so apply today!
At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit.
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In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a "clean" copy in Word.
Thank you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Reigate, England
Start: 20/12/2024
Salary / Rate: Hybrid + Benefits
Posted: 2024-11-14 12:15:49
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JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Project Administrators play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth execution and success of projects by providing essential administrative support in collaboration with Construction Managers and Field Representatives throughout various project phases.
Specifically, the Business Operations Project Administrator is tasked with managing and coordinating all administrative aspects for an array of project types.
This includes services like Patch and Repair, Patch and Repair Plus, General Contracting, Safety Patch and Repair, Building Envelope services, IAQ Services (both standalone and integrated with General Contracting), Job Site Inspections, Roofing Advisor Days, Consulting, Diagnostics, TRACE, ACT, and several emergency repair services. Key responsibilities encompass managing contractor payables, handling customer billings and receivables, ensuring compliance with standards and policies, applying book pricing and WTI documentation policies, overseeing commission and discounting policies, processing change orders, document management, financial data entry, and coordinating communications with Field Resources and Customers as required. Success in this role requires a high level of professionalism, strong organizational and prioritization skills, effective time management, and proficiency in relevant technology and software.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, coupled with meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, and a self-motivated attitude, are vital.
The administrator must work effectively both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating the ability to collaborate with customers, field staff, and various internal stakeholders. This position involves regular interaction with multiple departments and teams, including General Services, General Contracting field operations, Field Representatives, Business Operations, IT, Finance/Accounting, Warranty, Tremcare, Sales, Accounts Payable, Credit, and Products.
Given the dynamic and fast-paced nature of the role, flexibility and adaptability are essential, as the Project Administrator must navigate and respond to evolving project requirements and organizational needs.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Project Administrator plays an integral role in the project lifecycle by validating, organizing, and ensuring compliance for all project documentation and financial processes.
Upon receiving SAP Sales Order information from Customer Service Representatives, the administrator confirms all compliance requirements based on the WTI Price Book Policy/Procedures and Contract Management Policy, completing checklists to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
Key responsibilities include managing critical project documents, such as vendor applications, subcontracts, purchase orders, Master Service Agreements, specifications, certificates of insurance, payment and performance bonds, prevailing wage rates, certified payroll reports, and state-specific compliance documentation.
Project Administrators also facilitate and manage compliance submissions as needed. This role includes dispatching service orders to WTI Technicians, tailored to the specific project type.
For General Contracting projects, the administrator provides WTI Superintendents with essential service orders and field report links to streamline daily reporting.
Additionally, they maintain a comprehensive tracking spreadsheet for all projects, providing up-to-date project insights. Throughout each project, the Project Administrator coordinates with Construction Managers, Field Representatives, field technicians, customers, and management to ensure seamless operations.
Project management duties cover tracking time and expenses, managing payables over 30 days, monitoring plan versus actual costs, verifying that all documents (such as bonds, insurance, and submittals) are submitted and approved, ensuring costs align with budget expectations, and validating all projects older than 90 days. This role includes preparing customer invoices with accuracy and timeliness, adhering to book pricing, time and materials (T&M), not-to-exceed (NTE) limits, lump-sum pricing, and customer-specific billing requirements.
Project Administrators must understand and apply WTI's commission and discount policies when processing invoices across both General Contracting and General Services.
They also review projects for job closeout audits, updating planned versus actual costs, and completing a job closing checklist for final approval. The Project Administrator is essential to ensuring that WTI's policies and procedures are followed precisely, maintaining accurate financial data for reporting at month-end, quarter-end, and fiscal year-end.
This role requires a comprehensive understanding of WTI's operational, financial, and compliance frameworks to support accurate project execution and reporting.
OTHER REQUIRED DUTIES:
Project Management within the following technology platforms, Salesforce, e-Builder, RoofSnap, OLI, Smartsheet, WTI Quick Price App, Concur Hours to Day Conversions Calculating Market Price Weekly backlog meetings Review and resolve customer disputes Manage tech service expenses Assist with travel and hotel arrangements for maintenance and repair routes Coordinate larger supply and equipment purchases, arrange pickup, payments and cost allocation Coordinate material orders Review and process Readsoft workflow items Monitor daily, weekly and monthly reports Customer/Vendor Billing Portals Bi-weekly Project Review Meetings Payment Reconciliation Report low margin jobs Facilitate effective communication Process Implementation Reviews Assist in the preparation of project presentations, reports, and other project-related materials Problem Solving Conflict Management Escalation of concerns and issues Archive Project files as necessary Participate in special projects when necessary
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and manage time efficiently. Keeping records, documents, and project files organized and easily accessible. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with team members, stakeholders, and clients. Proficiency in project management software, as well as standard office applications like Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Capacity to identify potential issues early on and proactively seek solutions or escalate problems as needed. Ability to think critically and adapt to changing project conditions. Understanding of project budgets, cost tracking, and financial reporting. Ability to assist with financial documentation, such as purchase orders, invoices, and expense reports. Strong time management skills to handle project deadlines and ensure timely task completion. Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work well with a diverse group of people, from team members to external vendors. Skill in fostering a collaborative, respectful work environment. Strong focus on meeting the needs of clients and stakeholders, understanding project requirements, and keeping them updated on project progress. Ability to resolve conflicts and keep the team working toward common goals. Handling disputes diplomatically and maintaining positive relationships among project team members. Knowledge of State prevailing wage, DB and SCA
The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $55,000 and $65,000.
This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
Benefits:
Tremco offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including not limited to: health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan, and continuing education.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Beachwood, Ohio
Posted: 2024-11-12 15:44:41
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Job Description
Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Leaving Care Personal Advisor with Stockport Council
Stockport Council are currently looking for someone who is happy to work 37 hours per week.
About the Role:
Stockport Council is seeking a dedicated Personal Adviser to join the Leaving Care Team.
This role involves supporting young people aged 16-25 who are, or have been, looked after by the local authority.
As a Personal Adviser, you will play a key role in helping care leavers transition to independent adulthood, providing guidance, support, and advocacy.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a caseload of young people, ensuring compliance with the Children Act 1989 and Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000.
Develop and implement Pathway Plans, supporting young people in education, training, and independent living.
Maintain regular contact, conduct assessments, and promote young people's welfare.
Work closely with partner agencies, including social services, health, housing, education providers, and law enforcement.
Support young people's financial independence and offer practical guidance on budgeting.
Participate in duty rotations, team meetings, and continuous training to provide high-quality service.
Essential Criteria:
Relevant experience with care leavers or young people.
Knowledge of Leaving Care legislation and child/adult development.
Strong communication, organizational, and assessment skills.
NVQ Level 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification.
Ability to drive and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
APPLY NOW - Send your CV to John… John.deane@servicecare.org.uk
Why Service Care Solutions?
A Dedicated consultant specific to your area of work with up to date knowledge on markets and new positions.
We operate nationwide working with both public and private domains.
All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.
We operate 3 payrolls per week
Bring your Job to us bonus of £250
Refer a friend Bonus of £250
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Type: Contract Location: Stockport, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3
Salary / Rate: £14.63 - £17.00 per hour
Posted: 2024-11-11 08:42:46
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JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Project Administrators play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth execution and success of projects by providing essential administrative support in collaboration with Construction Managers and Field Representatives throughout various project phases.
Specifically, the Business Operations Project Administrator is tasked with managing and coordinating all administrative aspects for an array of project types.
This includes services like Patch and Repair, Patch and Repair Plus, General Contracting, Safety Patch and Repair, Building Envelope services, IAQ Services (both standalone and integrated with General Contracting), Job Site Inspections, Roofing Advisor Days, Consulting, Diagnostics, TRACE, ACT, and several emergency repair services. Key responsibilities encompass managing contractor payables, handling customer billings and receivables, ensuring compliance with standards and policies, applying book pricing and WTI documentation policies, overseeing commission and discounting policies, processing change orders, document management, financial data entry, and coordinating communications with Field Resources and Customers as required. Success in this role requires a high level of professionalism, strong organizational and prioritization skills, effective time management, and proficiency in relevant technology and software.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, coupled with meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, and a self-motivated attitude, are vital.
The administrator must work effectively both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating the ability to collaborate with customers, field staff, and various internal stakeholders. This position involves regular interaction with multiple departments and teams, including General Services, General Contracting field operations, Field Representatives, Business Operations, IT, Finance/Accounting, Warranty, Tremcare, Sales, Accounts Payable, Credit, and Products.
Given the dynamic and fast-paced nature of the role, flexibility and adaptability are essential, as the Project Administrator must navigate and respond to evolving project requirements and organizational needs.
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* This is a remote position
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Project Administrator plays an integral role in the project lifecycle by validating, organizing, and ensuring compliance for all project documentation and financial processes.
Upon receiving SAP Sales Order information from Customer Service Representatives, the administrator confirms all compliance requirements based on the WTI Price Book Policy/Procedures and Contract Management Policy, completing checklists to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
Key responsibilities include managing critical project documents, such as vendor applications, subcontracts, purchase orders, Master Service Agreements, specifications, certificates of insurance, payment and performance bonds, prevailing wage rates, certified payroll reports, and state-specific compliance documentation.
Project Administrators also facilitate and manage compliance submissions as needed. This role includes dispatching service orders to WTI Technicians, tailored to the specific project type.
For General Contracting projects, the administrator provides WTI Superintendents with essential service orders and field report links to streamline daily reporting.
Additionally, they maintain a comprehensive tracking spreadsheet for all projects, providing up-to-date project insights. Throughout each project, the Project Administrator coordinates with Construction Managers, Field Representatives, field technicians, customers, and management to ensure seamless operations.
Project management duties cover tracking time and expenses, managing payables over 30 days, monitoring plan versus actual costs, verifying that all documents (such as bonds, insurance, and submittals) are submitted and approved, ensuring costs align with budget expectations, and validating all projects older than 90 days. This role includes preparing customer invoices with accuracy and timeliness, adhering to book pricing, time and materials (T&M), not-to-exceed (NTE) limits, lump-sum pricing, and customer-specific billing requirements.
Project Administrators must understand and apply WTI's commission and discount policies when processing invoices across both General Contracting and General Services.
They also review projects for job closeout audits, updating planned versus actual costs, and completing a job closing checklist for final approval. The Project Administrator is essential to ensuring that WTI's policies and procedures are followed precisely, maintaining accurate financial data for reporting at month-end, quarter-end, and fiscal year-end.
This role requires a comprehensive understanding of WTI's operational, financial, and compliance frameworks to support accurate project execution and reporting.
OTHER REQUIRED DUTIES:
Project Management within the following technology platforms, Salesforce, e-Builder, RoofSnap, OLI, Smartsheet, WTI Quick Price App, Concur Hours to Day Conversions Calculating Market Price Weekly backlog meetings Review and resolve customer disputes Manage tech service expenses Assist with travel and hotel arrangements for maintenance and repair routes Coordinate larger supply and equipment purchases, arrange pickup, payments and cost allocation Coordinate material orders Review and process Readsoft workflow items Monitor daily, weekly and monthly reports Customer/Vendor Billing Portals Bi-weekly Project Review Meetings Payment Reconciliation Report low margin jobs Facilitate effective communication Process Implementation Reviews Assist in the preparation of project presentations, reports, and other project-related materials Problem Solving Conflict Management Escalation of concerns and issues Archive Project files as necessary Participate in special projects when necessary
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and manage time efficiently. Keeping records, documents, and project files organized and easily accessible. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with team members, stakeholders, and clients. Proficiency in project management software, as well as standard office applications like Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Capacity to identify potential issues early on and proactively seek solutions or escalate problems as needed. Ability to think critically and adapt to changing project conditions. Understanding of project budgets, cost tracking, and financial reporting. Ability to assist with financial documentation, such as purchase orders, invoices, and expense reports. Strong time management skills to handle project deadlines and ensure timely task completion. Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work well with a diverse group of people, from team members to external vendors. Skill in fostering a collaborative, respectful work environment. Strong focus on meeting the needs of clients and stakeholders, understanding project requirements, and keeping them updated on project progress. Ability to resolve conflicts and keep the team working toward common goals. Handling disputes diplomatically and maintaining positive relationships among project team members. Knowledge of State prevailing wage, DB and SCA
The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $55,000 and $65,000.
This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
Benefits:
Tremco offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including not limited to: health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan, and continuing education.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Beachwood, Ohio
Posted: 2024-11-09 14:15:19
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Service Care Solutions are working on behalf of a Charted Accountancy, for a mortgage advisor to join the team on a permanent basis.
Please find a description of the role below.
Salary: £25,000-£30,000 Hours: 37.5 Location: Chesterfield.General Responsibilities:
Read credit reports and fully understand customer credit profiles
Provide high quality professional independent mortgage advice and explain different types of mortgages available
To be responsible for all underwriting queries, resolution of issues and produce decisions in principle's for new cases prior to be passed over to the case management team
Underwrite Mortgage applications for a large panel of lenders
Manage pipelines and workflows in a fast-paced mortgage environment, ensuring all customers are kept fully up to date
Meet all departmental SLAs and targets
Ensure all regulatory documentation completed within the required timescale
Work within Network regulatory requirements
To maintain knowledge of the financial services industry
Keep up to date with new mortgage products and changes in lenders criteria
To be proactive, hardworking, flexible and able to work under own initiative but also a team player
Embrace company values and promote them effectively alongside the company brand
Understand what Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) means and embed this fully within your work
Attend internal or external meetings as required.
If you are interested in the role, or know anyone who may be, please contact Marc at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email marc.facer@servicecare.org.uk.Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.If you have any questions or queries, please don't not hesitate to ask. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Chesterfield, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £25000.00 - £30000.00 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-08 15:06:34
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Merthyr Tydfil Council Children's services are seeking to recruit a Leaving Care Personal Advisor to join the 16+ team.
The role is hybrid working with a mixture of home working, visits in the community with service users and office based work.
As such, there is a requirement for the successful candidate to be a car driver as you will still be providing face-to-face support to young people across the local area where applicable.
This is a full time position with an initial contract of 3 months with a view to this being extended on a rolling basis and offering a pay rate of £17.21 per hour.
Duties of the role:
Have case responsibility for young people post 18 and ensure their pathway plans are reviewed every six months and changed to reflect their circumstances.
Assess young people's financial needs on behalf of the county council and to organise payments using the 16+ financial systems in accordance the Council's 16+ policies and procedures.
Act as an advocate for service users and take on a quality assurance role, by ensuring pathway plans are specifically tailored to the service users' needs and have clear identifiable objectives and outcomes
Offer direct support to young people who live independently, and coordinate their support with issues such as, education and training and to advise them on maximising their income
co-ordinate young people's time with family and friends where needed and assist them in maintaining relationships with their family and other relevant people and to increase their ability to understand the nature of relationships
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience of working with young people leaving care
Enhanced DBS check
Full UK driving licence
Be able to work upon own initiative and within a team
The benefits of working with Eilidh at Service Care Solutions:
You will receive a dedicated and personal consultant with a vast knowledge of social work
We are a nationwide supplier of Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities which means we have a wide variety of exclusive roles based all over the country
We provide frequent updates of new opportunities via text and email
We have an expert payroll service which is processed twice a week
At Service Care Solutions we also offer a £250 bonus for referrals! If you think you know someone who would be ideal for this role and they are placed in the job you will then receive £250 at the end of their probationary period. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply now.
Don't miss your chance to become a Leaving Care Personal Advisor with Merthyr! To apply for this role, or to refer someone else, then please do not hesitate to contact Eilidh at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964 or eilidh.nicol@servicecare.org.uk. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 months
Salary / Rate: Up to £17.21 per hour
Posted: 2024-11-06 12:42:44
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Job Description
Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Leaving Care Personal Advisor with Cheshire East Council
Cheshire East Council are currently looking for someone who is happy to work 37 hours per week.
Job Purpose
As a Personal Advisor, you'll act as a corporate parent for young people preparing to leave the care of the local authority.
You will provide qualitative assessments, ongoing support, and guidance to empower care leavers in developing the necessary skills for independent living.
This role aims to support care leavers in realizing their full potential, contributing to their emotional, social, and financial independence.
Key Responsibilities
Relationship Building: Establish and maintain meaningful relationships with care leavers, ensuring their views are heard and their needs are central to all support efforts.
Pathway Planning: Participate in the assessment, preparation, and review of pathway plans to equip young people with essential life skills for independence.
Service Coordination: Facilitate access to relevant services, working collaboratively with partner agencies to support the progress and well-being of care leavers.
Documentation: Maintain comprehensive, up-to-date records of interactions and services provided using the Council's electronic systems.
Crisis Response: Provide flexible, rapid response support in crisis situations, which may include work outside of typical office hours.
Equal Opportunities: Deliver services with a caring approach that respects diversity, including race, culture, disability, gender, and sexuality.
Advocacy and Safeguarding: Promote the best interests of care leavers, advocate for their rights, and take necessary measures to ensure their well-being.
Requirements
Essential
Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Advice and Guidance, Health and Social Care, or equivalent education.
Knowledge & Skills: Understanding of young people's issues, assessment methods, and education/employment trends.
Ability to work effectively within a team and build partnerships across diverse groups.
Proficient in IT applications and effective time management.
Personal Competencies: Excellent communication skills, flexibility, adaptability, and commitment to equal opportunities.
Other Requirements: Willingness to travel across Cheshire East and flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.
APPLY NOW - Send your CV to John… John.deane@servicecare.org.uk
Why Service Care Solutions?
A Dedicated consultant specific to your area of work with up to date knowledge on markets and new positions.
We operate nationwide working with both public and private domains.
All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.
We operate 3 payrolls per week
Bring your Job to us bonus of £250
Refer a friend Bonus of £250
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Type: Contract Location: Crewe, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 2
Salary / Rate: Up to £15.17 per hour
Posted: 2024-11-06 09:02:03
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Personal Advisor
Location: SheffieldContract Type: Full-time, Fixed-term until 31 July 2025
Sheffield is proud to announce its selection as a Staying Close Pilot Area, receiving dedicated funding to enhance support for Care Leavers aged 16 and over transitioning from residential care to independent living.
They are excited to build a multi-agency team focused on empowering our young people!
About the Role:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Personal Advisor (EET Transitions Coach) to join the innovative team.
This role is pivotal in helping care leavers access education, employment, and training opportunities.
Your expertise will directly contribute to increasing the number of young people engaged in meaningful work and learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
Overcome barriers care leavers face in accessing education, employment, and training.
Provide specialised support interventions as part of our holistic Care Leaver Offer.
Assist in developing Pathway Plans focused on career planning.
Deliver tailored EET support packages to prepare care leavers for the workforce.
Liaise with employers, external providers, and stakeholders to create career opportunities and apprenticeships.
Offer emotional health and wellbeing support, enhancing mental health and stability in housing.
Coach care leavers in resilience, confidence, and workplace expectations.
Advise on financial management and budgeting to ensure housing stability and reduce financial stress.
What We're Looking For:
A proactive individual with a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable young people.
Experience in education, employment, training, or related fields is advantageous.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-agency environment.
Why Join Us?
This is an incredible opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of care leavers in Sheffield.
You will be part of a supportive team dedicated to fostering independence and success for young people during a crucial transition in their lives.
Apply Now!
If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and help shape a brighter future for our care leavers, please do not hesitate to contact Emily @ Service Care on 01772 208964 or email emily.bentley@servicecare.org.ukBenefits of working for Emily @ Service Care Solutions:
A specialist, dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact
Exceptional referral bonuses
An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
Frequent notifications for upcoming opportunities via text and email
DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge.
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Type: Contract Location: Sheffield, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Initial 9 month
Salary / Rate: £14.65 - £16.40 per hour
Posted: 2024-10-31 10:51:29
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An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Agricultural Management Consultant to join a well-regarded business consultancy firm providing expert advice and supporting rural businesses.
This full time role offers excellent benefits and competitive salary.
As an Agricultural Management Consultant, you will provide independent, evidence-based consulting to clients, guiding them to optimise and develop their agricultural businesses.
You will be responsible for:
* Offering management and strategic consulting to a diverse portfolio of farming and estate clients
* Identifying and initiating new agricultural diversification projects
* Applying advanced analytical tools to uncover growth opportunities for clients
* Preparing financial analyses to inform strategic recommendations
* Researching and advising on rural grants, funding, and subsidy schemes
* Conducting performance benchmarking and providing relevant insights
* Collaborating with industry stakeholders and professional bodies to enhance client support
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as an Agricultural Management Consultant, Agricultural Business Consultant, Agricultural Business Advisor, Farm Business Consultant or in a similar role.
* Ability to work independently while maintaining a client-centric approach
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective client engagement
* Motivated by the opportunity to develop your own portfolio and client relationships
What's On Offer:
* Competitive salary
* Career development opportunities
* Flexible working policy from the start
* Pension contribution scheme
* Health scheme and incentive programmes
This is an outstanding opportunity for an Agricultural Management Consultant to further their career in a supportive and innovative environment.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bury St Edmunds, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £50000 Per Annum
Posted: 2024-10-29 12:00:16
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Job Title: Customer Service Advisor (Repairs & Enquiries) - Maternity Cover Location: Eastleigh SO50 Salary: £12.83 Contract: Permanent - after 3 month temp Hours: 37
About the Role: We are excited to announce an opening for an Administrator and Scheduling Coordinator to join our team.
In this role, you will be responsible for scheduling, coordinating, monitoring, and proactively managing the diaries of our disrepair Operatives to ensure an effective service delivery.
You will report directly to the Disrepair Project Lead and work closely with the Senior Surveyor.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Take ownership of the coordination of the Operatives' diaries to ensure works are completed in line with KPI's and SLA.
Liaise with Senior Managers, Surveyors, and Operatives to effectively coordinate works and ensure all requirements are fulfilled efficiently, providing excellent customer service.
Engage with customers to schedule appointments and keep them updated, with a focus on delivering excellent customer service, particularly in cases with potential legal implications.
Coordinate necessary surveys (Electrical, Gas, EPC, Asbestos) and ensure all relevant certifications are current and stored appropriately.
Manage the raising of purchase orders and ensure compliance with financial requirements.
Collaborate with surveyors to raise jobs and liaise with subcontractors as needed.
Maintain performance and assurance spreadsheets and raise jobs as necessary.
Analyze data from various dashboards to prioritize scheduling effectively.
Perform any other administrative duties as requested by line management.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:
Proven experience prioritizing workload in a busy working environment.
Excellent communication, administration, and customer service skills, capable of interacting with customers and managers at all levels.
Strong understanding of Microsoft programs and in-house database systems.
Knowledge of job scheduling and management.
Highly organized, efficient, and a collaborative team player.
Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviors.
What We Offer: If you possess strong administration skills, a can-do attitude, and experience in scheduling jobs, we would love to hear from you! This role requires you to work independently and as part of a team. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Eastleigh, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £16.11 per annum
Posted: 2024-10-23 23:35:04
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Part Time - 25 hrs p/wk£42,000 Pro Rata + Hybrid + BenefitsAs a result of sustained commercial success, an exciting new part time opportunity exists for an experienced AAT Accountant to take on a rewarding senior role within a friendly, dynamic and well-established accountancy practice with a growing client base.Our client is dedicated to providing outstanding financial services to a diverse portfolio of clients, including small businesses, freelancers, and individuals.
Their commitment to excellence and client satisfaction has established them as a trusted partner in the community.Working closely with the Business Owner on a part time, hybrid basis, the successful candidate will draw on their wide-ranging accountancy experience to provide both bookkeeping and accountancy expertise, whilst also acting as a mentor to the more junior, less experienced members of the team.
This position is ideally suited to a highly organised, detail-oriented individual with good communication skills, a strong work ethic and exemplary attention to detail.Applications are particularly encouraged from solution focused individuals with the inter-personal skills required to build long lasting commercial relationships.
An understanding of the flexibility required and the challenges faced by small, growing businesses would be an extremely valuable asset.
Key Responsibilities
Client Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, ensuring their accounting needs are met with professionalism and efficiency.
Bookkeeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for clients, including ledger entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.
Tax Preparation: Assist with the preparation and filing of tax returns and VAT submissions, ensuring compliance with UK tax regulations and deadlines.
Financial Reporting: Prepare regular financial reports for clients, providing insights and recommendations to support their financial decision-making.
Payroll Services: Manage payroll processes for clients, including calculating wages, processing payments, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Advisory Services: Offer proactive financial advice and support to clients, helping them to achieve their financial goals and improve their business performance.
Compliance: Stay updated with changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and regulations to ensure all client activities are compliant.
Skills & Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably within a client-focused environment
Relevant Accountancy certification, such as AAT
Sound knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and tax laws
Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g.
Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Able to work independently and manage multiple client accounts simultaneously
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Entrepreneurial, self-starting
Commercially aware, including an understanding of digitally focussed tools such social media, branding and email marketing, etc
This is an exciting new opportunity for an ambitious AAT qualified Accountant with solid practice experience, to join a professional, highly supportive team on a part time basis as they continue to build an impressive reputation for providing a truly client focused service.
In return, a competitive, pro rata salary is on offer in addition to highly flexible working arrangements designed to achieve an enviable work life balance.
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Type: Permanent Location: Chessington, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £42000 per annum + Pro Rata - Part Time 25 hrs p/wk + Hybrid
Posted: 2024-10-15 21:29:31
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Leaving Care Personal Advisor
Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Leaving Care Personal Advisor in Westminster
The Leaving Care Personal Advisor will support care leavers make a successful transition to adulthood.
Pay rate - £20.59 per hour / £25.61 ltd (umbrella)
Main Responsibilities
As a Leaving Care Personal Advisor, you will be responsible for:
To contribute to the assessments, formulation, implementation and review of Pathway Plans through direct interventions and full engagement of the young person.
To provide assistance and advice to Care Leavers in relation to developing practical independent living skills, holding a tenancy and developing financial capabilities.
Provide coaching and motivational support to enable young people to build the confidence and self-esteem to be successful in adulthood.
Safeguard and protect Care leavers as they transition to independence through regular contact and ensuring that they are; effectively engaged; in suitable accommodation; and in education training or employment appropriate to their abilities and aspirations.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across agencies with the view to co-ordinating the provision of relevant services and taking reasonable steps to ensure the young person makes use of them.
Requirements:
Enhanced DBS
Experience in a similar role
Educated to A level (or equivalent) or extensive experience of directly working with children, young people, their parents and carers to effect positive change
Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:
A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
Excellent rates of pay
Payroll services twice a week
Hybrid Working
If you are interested in the Leaving Care Personal Advisor role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email emma.petricco@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed! ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Westminster, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 Months
Salary / Rate: Up to £25.61 per hour
Posted: 2024-10-04 09:31:52
