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Finance Business Partner Location: London Contract: Temporary (6 months initial) Rate: £650 per day umbrella Start Date: ASAP
*Hybrid Working
* Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Job Description Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in London for a Finance Business Partner (Capital & HRA) to join the team on a temporary basis.
The postholder will oversee the Capital Finance Business Partner team and will take the lead on HRA capital development & acquisitions.They will lead a team of two Finance Business Partners and two Assistant Finance Business Partners, the role will support the Council with the strategic overview and direction of the capital programme for both the General Fund and HRA.Main Responsibilities
Support the coordination of an operational Finance team or a number of staff within the team, to provide an optimum level of service provision in accordance with the Council's policies, budget allocation and statutory requirements
Work closely with the Senior Managers within the Directorate so that they are fully informed of the financial position and risks for their services and take the necessary actions to stay within budget.
Support the development of annual operational plans and budgets for the function or team so that there are clear priorities and appropriate resources are allocated to their achievement.
Provide expert Capital Accounting advice in order to lead on the HRA capital development & acquisitions.
Candidate Criteria
CCAB/CIMA Qualified Accountant with extensive experience
Experience of Capital Accounting and HRA Capital Accounting within a Local Authority
Experience at senior level within a Local Authority finance environment is essential
Evidence of providing an effective business partnering service
Great communication skills with ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a team
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@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.
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Type: Contract Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 Months
Salary / Rate: £600 - £650 per day
Posted: 2025-02-26 09:07:24
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2nd Line Network Engineer
Office based near Huddersfield (With the opportunity of flexible working after probation 3-6 months)
Context Recruitment are excited to offer an opportunity to join a leading IT service provider as a 2nd Line Network Engineer.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing advanced network support, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring the stability and efficiency of our network infrastructure.
This privately-owned IT service provider is a business of the year winner and have an excellent reputation for providing a broad range of products and services across Telephony, Data Connectivity & Mobile to both direct and indirect customers.
It is expected that this role will allow you to further your knowledge and further up-skill extremely quickly due to the very wide range of complex infrastructure environments you will encounter.
What you'll need:
Strong technical support experience, ideally within a Service Provider environment.
Relevant Cisco qualifications; minimum CCNA (or equivalent experience)
Full understanding of the TCP/IP protocol stack with experience working with IPv4 and IPv6.
Experience working with and provisioning MPLS networks, including L2/L3 VPN and traffic engineering, OSPF, BGP, and QoS on Cisco networks
Experience in the troubleshooting and configuration of Cisco network equipment
Excellent communications / customer service skills and experience liaising directly with customers, vendors, service providers and suppliers.
Comfortable working independently on projects and support issues
While not a requirement, experience configuring / troubleshooting Cisco and/or Fortigate Firewalls would be of benefit.
Paying up to £35k with benefits ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Huddersfield, England
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £35000 per annum
Posted: 2025-02-26 08:42:22
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Children's Home Registered Manager
Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Children's Home Registered Manager in Bedfordshire.
The Children's Home Registered Manager will be responsible for the operational management and leadership of a residential home, setting the values, principles and ethos of the home.
Pay rate - £26 PAYE / £34 Umbrella
Main Responsibilities
As a Children's Home Registered Manager you will be responsible for:
Personal maintenance of professional qualifications and evidence of ongoing management training and development
Knowledge and understanding of the CQC regulations, OFSTED (Scotland-Care Inspectorate) requirements
Satisfactory fit person interview with Ofsted (or Scotland-Care Inspectorate)
Flexible approach to working hours and to cover on call arrangements if necessary and participate in the on-call manager rota
Use Microsoft office packages and management information systems
Creating an inclusive service, in terms of meeting the needs of the children and establishing a workforce that further enables an inclusive environment
Requirements:
Minimum of 1 year experience in the last 5 years in a relevant setting to the residential care of children (children and/or disabilities, preferably both)
Full UK Driving Licence
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (and Scotland SVQ Level 4 Management & Leadership); or for England, or an equivalent Level 5 Diploma as defined by the DFE Guide to Children's Homes Regulations,
Minimum of 2 years experience in a management position including management and supervision of staff
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
If you are interested in the Children's Home Registered Manager, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions by email at 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: Biggleswade, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 Months
Salary / Rate: Up to £34 per hour
Posted: 2025-02-25 15:51:34
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Service Care Solutions are looking for an established Mortgage Advisor to join a mortgage team in Nottingham on a permanent basis.
Please find a description of the role below.Role: Mortgage Advisor Salary: £30,000-£35,000 per year (plus commission) (based on experience and qualifications) Hours: 37.5 Location: Nottingham Working: On site/Hybrid
General Responsibilities:
Must have CeMap Qualification as a minimum.
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
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: Nottingham, England
Start: 01/04/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £35000 per annum
Posted: 2025-02-25 15:32:17
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Site Operative Community Recycling Centre Bournemouth Monday - Sunday, 08:00 - 16:00(37 hours per week) 6 Month Contract £12.00 per hourService Care Solutions are seeking hardworking and reliable Site Operatives to join our clients team at the Recycling Centre in Bournemouth.
This is a hands-on role where you will play a vital part in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient recycling facility.Site Operative Key Responsibilities:
Assisting members of the public with waste disposal and recycling
Ensuring the site is kept clean and safe at all times
Directing vehicles and managing traffic flow within the site
Adhering to health and safety regulations, including the correct use of PPE
Supporting the wider team with general site duties as required
What We're Looking For:
A strong work ethic and a positive attitude
Good communication and customer service skills
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Awareness of health and safety procedures (training provided)
Previous experience in manual labour or a similar role is desirable but not essential.
Referral Bonus If this Temporary Site Operative role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them.
If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.How to Apply If you are interested in this Site Operative role, please send your CV to mickey.stepans@servicecare.org.uk or call me on 01772 208 967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.
Also, if this Site Operative role doesn't interest you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as I cover all industrial-related vacancies across the region. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Bournemouth, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 month
Salary / Rate: Up to £12.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-02-25 13:14:54
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Housing Support Worker Manchester, M24 3 Months 35 hours £16.69 LTD / £14.23 PAYE (inc hol) Are you an experienced Housing Support Worker looking for a new opportunity? Join a leading charity in Manchester (M24) and make a real impact on the lives of vulnerable adults with substance misuse issues or offending backgrounds.THE ROLE As a Housing Support Worker, you will provide vital support to individuals in the community, helping them to stabilise their lives and work towards independence.
Support individuals with housing-related issues, including tenancy management and securing accommodation
Engage with external agencies, including probation services and health professionals, to provide holistic support
Assist service users in accessing education, training, and employment opportunities
Conduct risk assessments and develop tailored support plans
Maintain regular contact with service users to monitor progress and provide guidance
Promote independence by assisting with life skills such as budgeting and daily living tasks
Maintain accurate records and reports in line with contractual and organisational requirements
THE CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, supporting vulnerable adults within a housing or community setting.
Experience working with individuals with substance misuse issues and/or an offending background
Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures and risk assessments
Ability to liaise effectively with external agencies and multi-disciplinary teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in maintaining accurate records and adhering to data protection policies
THE CONTRACT
40 hours per week (35 paid, 5 unpaid lunch)
Rota basis between 8AM - 8PM, including some weekend work
3-month contract with potential temp-to-perm opportunity
£16.69 per hour LTD / £14.23 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)
HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee.mcmillan@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208966 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail! If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Heywood, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 Months
Salary / Rate: £15.09 - £17.70 per hour
Posted: 2025-02-25 10:22:37
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Residential Support Worker
Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Residential Support Worker in Medway.
The Residential Support Worker will Provide care and support, structure and routines for children and young people that respects their individual needs.
Main Responsibilities
As a Residential Support Worker you will be responsible for:
To be a positive role model and develop mutually trusting relationships with children and young people, helping them to achieve their full potential.
Work as a member of a team providing nurturing, stimulating and safe environment which promotes the emotional and physical well being of children and young people within appropriate boundaries.
Safeguard, promote the welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in accordance with safeguarding policies and procedures.
Maintain children's records by ensuring all information / recording relating to children is up to date and that essential record keeping is completed during and by the end of each shift to enable a comprehensive handover can be provided to members of the team.
Working Style
FIXED - The post holder will be permanently based at Eden House, although you may be expected to work at any location across Medway.
You will be expected to work a shift rota, including weekends, evenings, bank holidays, occasional waking nights and sleep in duties.
Salary
The salary for this role is highlighted below.
There are specific spinal points within the grade which the candidates will be aligned to if appointed.
To achieve the higher spinal points, candidates will need to be able to evidence they meet the criteria within the job profile.
3A - £24,525
3B - £26,897
3C - £29,268
Requirements
Level A
Educated to GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4 or equivalent and/or relevant life skills experience.
Willingness to work towards an NVQ / Level 3 Diploma (QCF) in Children and Young People's Workforce (or a relevant equivalent) to be completed within 2 years.
A willingness to work towards all mandatory training.
A willingness to undertake Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy (PACE) training.
A willingness to undertake Team Teach training.
Level B (in addition to A)
An NVQ / Level 3 Diploma (QCF) in Children and Young People's Workforce (or a relevant equivalent).
Completion of all mandatory training include PACE and Team Teach.
Level C (in addition A and B)
Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development.
A personal statement is also required for this role upon application
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
If you are interested in the Residential Support Worker or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions by email at 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: Permanent Location: Medway, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £24525 - £29268.00 per annum
Posted: 2025-02-25 09:20:43
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Principal Accountant Location: London Contract: Temporary (6-month initial) Rate: £450.00 per day umbrella Start Date: ASAP
*Hybrid Working
* Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Job Description Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in London for a Principal Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis.
This role will be responsible to the Housing team within the Local Authority so experience in this area will be preferred.
This post is key to supporting the Chief Accountant and Deputy Chief Accountant in maintaining the integrity of the Council's accounts and producing the Statement of Accounts each year.
The Principal Accountant works closely with the Chief Accountant and Deputy Chief Accountant to ensure that the Council's financial reporting processes, procedures and policies are pragmatic, fit for purpose, up to date with best practice, and deliver maximum value
This role is the lead on collection fund and revenue accounting including the completion of notes to the council's statutory accounts, group accounts, cash flow statement and statistical returns.Candidate Criteria
CCAB/CIMA Qualified Accountant or PQ with extensive relevant experience
Experience of working in a similar capacity within a Local Authority Finance environment
Experience of Housing Finance within a Local Authority is highly preferred
Experience of leading on collection fund and revenue accounting
Great communication skills with the ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a team
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@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: London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 Months
Salary / Rate: Up to £450 per day
Posted: 2025-02-25 08:56:08
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Debt Recovery Officer Location: North-West London Contract: Temporary (3-month initial) Rate: £20-24 per hour Start Date: ASAP
*Hybrid Working - 1 day per week in office
* Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Job Description Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in London for a Debt Recovery Officer to join the team on a temporary basis.
The postholder is required to maximise the recovery and enforcement of debts owed to the Council.Main Responsibilities
Use a variety of debt recovery techniques to enable successful recovery of all debts and minimise financial and/or subsidy loss to the Council, demonstrating sensitivity to the financial constraints clients may face balanced with the financial interests of the Council
Take ownership of debt cases, making arrangements, pursuing payment, taking cases through the debt recovery process.
Maintain debt cases and produce, interpret, maintain and analyse reports, spreadsheets to meet individual, team and council wide statistics.
Acting as the first point of contact within the recovery and enforcement team, maintaining professional communications with internal and external customers by taking responsibility for all post, telephone and electronic queries.
Ensure all cases are continually monitored through following up on arrangements that have been defaulted on and locating debtors who have absconded.
Maintain accurate, appropriate and comprehensive records relating to customer accounts and contact.
Candidate Criteria
Experience of debt recovery within a Local Authority environment is highly preferred
Experience with Abacus, Oracle Advance Collections or NEC Northgate systems
Effective negotiation, persuasion and numerical skills in a debt recovery environment
Great communication skills with the ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a team
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@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.
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Type: Contract Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 Months
Salary / Rate: £20 - £24 per hour
Posted: 2025-02-25 08:54:50
