Job Advert Join Our Facilities Team – Catering Assistant Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where you can make a real difference to children’s daily experience? Are you friendly, reliable, and ready to be part of a team that takes pride in great service? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for a committed and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team, supporting schools and other Council sites across the Falkirk area. In this role, you’ll help prepare and serve meals that are nutritious, appealing, and delivered with care. Who We’re Looking For: Previous experience is welcome but not essential – full training will be provided. Most important is your positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work well with others. If you’re organised, customer-focused and enjoy working as part of a team, you’ll thrive in this role. The Role: Location: Head of Muir Primary School Hours: 10 hours per week, term time only Days: Monday to Friday Contract: Temporary until 31st December 2025 Team: Part of a wider Facilities team delivering catering across the area Why Join Us? A welcoming, team-focused working culture On-the-job training and support The chance to be part of a service that directly supports children’s wellbeing Please note, successful candidates will be required to gain and maintain PVG scheme membership. If you’re ready to play a key role in a valued public service and want to join a team that supports each other to do a great job, we encourage you to apply.. Location : Denny, FK6 5JZ

Job Advert Join Our Facilities Team – Catering Assistant Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where you can make a real difference to children’s daily experience? Are you friendly, reliable, and ready to be part of a team that takes pride in great service? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for a committed and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team, supporting schools and other Council sites across the Falkirk area. In this role, you’ll help prepare and serve meals that are nutritious, appealing, and delivered with care. Who We’re Looking For: Previous experience is welcome but not essential – full training will be provided. Most important is your positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work well with others. If you’re organised, customer-focused and enjoy working as part of a team, you’ll thrive in this role. The Role: Location: Larbert High School Hours: 20 hours per week, term time only Days: Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent Team: Part of a wider Facilities team delivering catering across the area Why Join Us? A welcoming, team-focused working culture On-the-job training and support The chance to be part of a service that directly supports children’s wellbeing Please note, successful candidates will be required to gain and maintain PVG scheme membership. If you’re ready to play a key role in a valued public service and want to join a team that supports each other to do a great job, we encourage you to apply.. Location : Larbert, FK5 3BL

Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a nursing associate to join our team in the Neonatal Unit at Watford General Hospital. The Woodland Neonatal Unit is a Level 2 unit (LNU) within the East of England network caring for sick term babies and those born after 27 weeks gestation. In addition, we manage a 6 bedded Transitional Care Unit in postnatal ward, caring for mothers and small babies together. The post holder will be supporting the neonatal nursing staff in the neonatal and transitional care unit to provide individualised, family-centred care to babies in preparation for discharge home. Main duties of the job The successful applicant will be expected to be flexible in the area they work on work days, nights and weekends. A member of the multidisciplinary team, who with support of the neonatal nursing staff, will provide individualised, family-centred care to babies in preparation for discharge home from the special care nursery. About us With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/ We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Details Date posted 07 August 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £28,860 to £31,671 a year pa inc HCA Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 360-D-5006-RA6 Job locations Watford General Hospital Watford WD18 0HB Job description Job responsibilities If you are an enthusiastic, highly motivated nursery nurse/nursing associate who wants to deliver high quality family centred care and passionate in delivering excellent standards of nursing practice this opportunity is for you. Opportunities to develop your neonatal skills as well as further education and training are actively supported. Job description Job responsibilities If you are an enthusiastic, highly motivated nursery nurse/nursing associate who wants to deliver high quality family centred care and passionate in delivering excellent standards of nursing practice this opportunity is for you. Opportunities to develop your neonatal skills as well as further education and training are actively supported. Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education BTEC National Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development Desirable Care Certificate. Safeguarding children training Holds breastfeeding course certificate basic life support training Evidence of commitment to professional development Knowledge Essential Knowledge on safeguarding issue Knowledge on infection controls Knowledge on risk and keeping environment safe IT knowledge appropriate to the role. Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered health or care professional. Desirable Knowledge on Badgernet EPR Experience Essential Relevant nursery nurse Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Desirable Worked in a hospital setting Experience of caring for sick infants. Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information. Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education BTEC National Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development Desirable Care Certificate. Safeguarding children training Holds breastfeeding course certificate basic life support training Evidence of commitment to professional development Knowledge Essential Knowledge on safeguarding issue Knowledge on infection controls Knowledge on risk and keeping environment safe IT knowledge appropriate to the role. Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered health or care professional. Desirable Knowledge on Badgernet EPR Experience Essential Relevant nursery nurse Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Desirable Worked in a hospital setting Experience of caring for sick infants. Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Employer details Employer name West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Address Watford General Hospital Watford WD18 0HB Employer's website http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Address Watford General Hospital Watford WD18 0HB Employer's website http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab). Location : Watford General Hospital, WD18 0HB Watford, United Kingdom

What You'll Be Doing Working as part of a team providing excellent customer service wherever there is interaction with one of our customers Using forklift trucks and other equipment to prepare stock for delivery, but don't worry full training will be provided Accurately and efficiently identifying and picking stock to fulfil customer orders The contracted hours for this role are 37 or more. Rewards & Benefits At Selco Builders Warehouse, we believe in rewarding our colleagues with a benefits package that truly makes a difference. Here's what you'll enjoy when you join our team: Work-Life Balance & Extras Colleague Discount - Enjoy discounts at Selco and other Grafton Group businesses to help with home improvements. Holiday Buy Scheme - Purchase extra holiday and spread the cost over 12 months. Paid Volunteer Leave - Take time off to give back to a cause close to your heart. Enhanced Family Leave Pay - Extra support for maternity, paternity, adoption, and fertility treatments. Free Breakfast - Start your day right with access to our in-store and office pantries. Apprenticeships & Career Development - Learn, grow, and take your career to the next level. Refer a Friend Bonus - Know someone great? Earn a bonus when they join our team! Financial Benefits Enhanced Pension Scheme - We match every 1% above the statutory 5% that you contribute. EarlyPay - Access your earned wages before payday when you need them. Profit-Based Bonus Scheme - We work hard and celebrate success with quarterly and yearly bonuses. ShareSave Scheme - Share in the success you help create! Save from just £5 a month and have the option to become a Grafton Group Plc shareholder. Retail & Leisure Discounts - Save on groceries, restaurants, cinema tickets, theme parks, utilities and more! Health & Wellbeing Health Cash Plan - We cover the cost of a plan that lets you claim cash back on everyday medical treatments like dental, optical, and prescriptions. Plus, access video consultations with a GP. Employee Assistance Programme - Free and confidential support, including counselling, financial guidance, and legal advice. Life Assurance - Protection for your loved ones should the unexpected happen. Gym Discounts - Save up to 25% at hundreds of health clubs nationwide. Cycle to Work Scheme - Get a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice, saving on tax and making commuting easier! About Us Looking to build a career with a company that's proud to support the nation's tradespeople? At Selco Builders Warehouse, we're always on the lookout for enthusiastic, down-to-earth individuals who bring a positive, team-first attitude to everything they do! We're a well-established name in the industry with a strong store network across the UK-and we're continuing to invest in our people, our business, and our future. It's a busy, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, but you'll be surrounded by great colleagues and backed by a superb reward and benefits package. We're committed to being a truly inclusive employer. That means creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive-regardless of background or experience. Health and Safety remains our top priority, and we'll always support our colleagues in doing their best work, safely. Selco Builders Warehouse. Location : Weybridge, Surrey, United Kingdom

What You'll Be Doing Working as part of a team providing excellent customer service wherever there is interaction with one of our customers Using forklift trucks, but don't worry full training will be provided We sell building materials, so there will be an element of manual handling, we can make reasonable adjustments if you need them Unloading, booking in and management of all incoming stock The contracted hours for this role are 37 or more Rewards & Benefits At Selco Builders Warehouse, we believe in rewarding our colleagues with a benefits package that truly makes a difference. Here's what you'll enjoy when you join our team: Work-Life Balance & Extras Colleague Discount - Enjoy discounts at Selco and other Grafton Group businesses to help with home improvements. Holiday Buy Scheme - Purchase extra holiday and spread the cost over 12 months. Paid Volunteer Leave - Take time off to give back to a cause close to your heart. Enhanced Family Leave Pay - Extra support for maternity, paternity, adoption, and fertility treatments. Free Breakfast - Start your day right with access to our in-store and office pantries. Apprenticeships & Career Development - Learn, grow, and take your career to the next level. Refer a Friend Bonus - Know someone great? Earn a bonus when they join our team! Financial Benefits Enhanced Pension Scheme - We match every 1% above the statutory 5% that you contribute. EarlyPay - Access your earned wages before payday when you need them. Profit-Based Bonus Scheme - We work hard and celebrate success with quarterly and yearly bonuses. ShareSave Scheme - Share in the success you help create! Save from just £5 a month and have the option to become a Grafton Group Plc shareholder. Retail & Leisure Discounts - Save on groceries, restaurants, cinema tickets, theme parks, utilities and more! Health & Wellbeing Health Cash Plan - We cover the cost of a plan that lets you claim cash back on everyday medical treatments like dental, optical, and prescriptions. Plus, access video consultations with a GP. Employee Assistance Programme - Free and confidential support, including counselling, financial guidance, and legal advice. Life Assurance - Protection for your loved ones should the unexpected happen. Gym Discounts - Save up to 25% at hundreds of health clubs nationwide. Cycle to Work Scheme - Get a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice, saving on tax and making commuting easier! About Us Looking to build a career with a company that's proud to support the nation's tradespeople? At Selco Builders Warehouse, we're always on the lookout for enthusiastic, down-to-earth individuals who bring a positive, team-first attitude to everything they do! We're a well-established name in the industry with a strong store network across the UK-and we're continuing to invest in our people, our business, and our future. It's a busy, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, but you'll be surrounded by great colleagues and backed by a superb reward and benefits package. We're committed to being a truly inclusive employer. That means creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive-regardless of background or experience. Health and Safety remains our top priority, and we'll always support our colleagues in doing their best work, safely. Selco Builders Warehouse. Location : Weybridge, Surrey, United Kingdom

Lead Electrical Engineer / Edinburgh, Scotland / Up to £55,000 Shape the Future of Energy. Power a Greener Tomorrow. StorTera is a pioneer in sustainable energy innovation, developing cutting-edge battery energy storage systems (BESS) that accelerate the clean energy transition. From enhancing grid stability to enabling ultra-rapid EV charging and supporting renewable energy integration, our work is transforming how energy is stored, managed, and used. We’re now looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer to play a central role in delivering our growing portfolio of commercial projects across the UK and beyond. If you’re passionate about powering a low-carbon future and ready to make your mark in the energy storage sector, we’d love to hear from you. Why StorTera? • Be part of a mission-led company tackling the climate crisis head-on. • Work on breakthrough technologies that are redefining the energy landscape. • Join a supportive, dynamic team committed to innovation and real-world impact. • Competitive salary (£45k - £55k) with long-term growth opportunities. The Lead Electrical Engineer Opportunity: As Lead Electrical Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of our engineering team, designing and delivering advanced electrical systems for commercial-scale energy storage and EV charging projects. From concept and design through to commissioning and operational support, you'll guide the full lifecycle of projects that make a real-world impact. Key Responsibilities of the Lead Electrical Engineer: • Design electrical systems for BESS and ultra-rapid EV charging projects, including single-line/three-line diagrams, wiring schematics, and component specifications. • Lead power system analysis (load flow, short-circuit, protection studies). • Ensure all work complies with UK and international codes and standards (e.g., IEEE, IEC, UL). • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team: engineers, developers, project managers, and clients. • Develop technical documentation and support procurement, construction, and commissioning phases. • Conduct site assessments and troubleshooting during and after deployment. • Represent StorTera in client meetings, presenting solutions and addressing technical queries. • Mentor junior engineers and champion engineering best practices. What You’ll Bring: • A degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. • 5–7 years' experience in electrical engineering, with a strong focus on energy storage, renewable power, or grid-connected systems. • Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, SKM, PSS/E or PSCAD. • Deep understanding of power electronics, Li-ion batteries, and grid interconnection standards. • Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., IEEE 1547, UL 9540). • Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a quality-first mindset. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • A genuine commitment to sustainability, innovation, and collaborative working. Early-Career Engineers Welcome Don’t meet all the experience criteria? We also welcome applications from Electrical Engineers with fewer than 5 years of experience. At StorTera, we’re passionate about nurturing talent. A tailored training and development package will be provided to help you thrive and grow with us. Apply for this exciting new Lead Electrical Engineer position now and help build the future of sustainable energy.. Location : EH16 4BB

Due to an internal promotion, we are now seeking a Service Desk Analyst to join our dynamic Digital and Data team. In this post, you will contribute to the delivery of a Digital and Data support service to WMCA and/or Midland Metro Limited to enable the delivery of objectives to make best use of IT as a business tool, and effectively deliver a "one stop shop" for Digital and Data IT services. What you will be doing. Resolve incidents, problems or service requests that can be dealt with by 1st and 2nd line support. Assist 3rd line support teams / contractors / suppliers. Develop and maintain a strong customer service ethos. Work with other members of the MML IT team to ensure the Service Desk is resourced during operational hours (where required). Support the other members of the Service Desk team in resolving Digital and Data calls. Effectively communicate with colleagues in the wider business, of all levels of seniority and IT proficiency. Log Incidents using ITIL aligned support management processes and tools to ascertain the impact to the user. Agree next course of action with users, monitoring progress whilst keeping the users up to date with the latest progress. Escalating any potential impacts to service to the Service Manager. Develop self-help IT support material. Assist in the creation of knowledge base articles to assist in identifying new, common support issues and mechanisms that could be resolved quickly. Ensure that standard operating processes and procedures are documented to provide advice and support to users. Assist in the ordering process for goods and services and track their progress. What’s essential. Experience within a Digital and Data (IT) support function and troubleshooting issues to a high level. Experience of Microsoft Windows 10, Office 365, Exchange Online, Active Directory and familiarity with both remote desktop and service desk applications. Experience of IT and telecommunications with an understanding of the concepts and applications. Good experience of installing hardware and/or software. Experience of routine installations and de-installations of items of hardware and/or software. Knowledge of good security practice covering the physical and logical aspects of information products, systems integrity, and confidentiality in line with WMCA security policies and all relevant legislation. Excellent knowledge of support issues within a Microsoft desktop environment. You will have good understanding of Incident/ Service Request/Problem and Change Management processes (preferably to ITIL V4 Foundation standard). Excellent communication skills with a friendly approach to problem-solving. A self-motivated individual who can work using their own initiative as well as work well in a team. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to take responsibility for multiple jobs simultaneously. Experience of a customer-focused approach; taking ownership of tickets, keeping IT users informed of progress, understanding the business impact, seeking feedback, and always striving to improve. Location. The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, B19 3SD with at least 3 days a week spent in the office. How to apply. Applying for a role with WMCA is straight forward. Follow these steps to get started. Create your Careers Account. Register with your name, email address, and a password. Build your Profile. Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details. Write your Supporting Statement. Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria. Submit your application. Do one final check and once complete, click submit. Anonymised Applications. Your uploaded CV won’t be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting. Be thorough in each section. it’s your chance to showcase your skills and experience. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone from using AI help write application content. Used right, it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting. For help on how to write a supporting statement, please visit the FAQs section of our careers site. Reasonable adjustments. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (careers@wmca.org.uk). Salary and benefits. We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK). 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more), giving you have ample time to relax. Ethical saving options and healthcare plans. Discounted gym membership. An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate. 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer. Interest free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site. Why join WMCA? WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home. We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day. Creating an inclusive workplace. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We’re a Disability Confident Employer with ‘Leader’ status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould. We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying Right to Work in the UK Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).. Location : Birmingham, B19 3SD

The West Midlands Combined Authority are now seeking a Service Desk Analyst to join their dynamic Digital and Data team, for 12 months. In this post, you will contribute to the delivery of a Digital and Data support service to WMCA and/or Midland Metro Limited to enable the delivery of objectives to make best use of IT as a business tool, and effectively deliver a "one stop shop" for Digital and Data IT services. Please note, this is a 12 month fixed term contract. What you will be doing. Resolve incidents, problems or service requests that can be dealt with by 1st and 2nd line support. Assist 3rd line support teams / contractors / suppliers. Develop and maintain a strong customer service ethos. Work with other members of the MML IT team to ensure the Service Desk is resourced during operational hours (where required). Support the other members of the Service Desk team in resolving Digital and Data calls. Effectively communicate with colleagues in the wider business, of all levels of seniority and IT proficiency. Log Incidents using ITIL aligned support management processes and tools to ascertain the impact to the user. Agree next course of action with users, monitoring progress whilst keeping the users up to date with the latest progress. Escalating any potential impacts to service to the Service Manager Develop self-help IT support material. Assist in the creation of knowledge base articles to assist in identifying new, common support issues and mechanisms that could be resolved quickly. Ensure that standard operating processes and procedures are documented to provide advice and support to users. Assist in the ordering process for goods and services and track their progress. What’s essential. Experience within a Digital and Data (IT) support function and troubleshooting issues to a high level. Experience of Microsoft Windows 10, Office 365, Exchange Online, Active Directory and familiarity with both remote desktop and service desk applications. Experience of IT and telecommunications with an understanding of the concepts and applications. Good experience of installing hardware and/or software. Experience of routine installations and de-installations of items of hardware and/or software. Knowledge of good security practice covering the physical and logical aspects of information products, systems integrity, and confidentiality in line with WMCA security policies and all relevant legislation. Excellent knowledge of support issues within a Microsoft desktop environment. You will have good understanding of Incident/ Service Request/Problem and Change Management processes (preferably to ITIL V4 Foundation standard). Excellent communication skills with a friendly approach to problem solving. A self-motivated individual who can work using their own initiative as well as work well in a team. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to take responsibility for multiple jobs simultaneously. Experience of a customer-focused approach; taking ownership of tickets, keeping IT users informed of progress, understanding the business impact, seeking feedback, and always striving to improve. Location. The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, B19 3SD, with at least 3 days a week spent in the office. How to apply . Applying for a role with WMCA is straight forward. Follow these steps to get started. Create your Careers Account. Register with your name, email address, and a password. Build your Profile. Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details. Write your Supporting Statement. Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria. Submit your application. Do one final check and once complete, click submit. Anonymised Applications. Your uploaded CV won’t be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting . Be thorough in each section. it’s your chance to showcase your skills and experience. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone from using AI help write application content. Used right, it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting. For help on how to write a supporting statement, please visit the FAQs section of our careers site. Reasonable adjustments. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (careers@wmca.org.uk). Salary and benefits. We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Local Government Pension Scheme ( one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK ). 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) EV car benefit scheme Ethical saving options and healthcare plans. Discounted gym membership, will writing and mortgage advice. An option to buy a bicycle , including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate. 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer . Interest free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site. Why join WMCA? WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home. We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day. Creating an inclusive workplace. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We’re a Disability Confident Employer with ‘Leader’ status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould. We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying Right to Work in the UK Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).. Location : Birmingham, B19 3SD

There has never been a better time to work for our council. A surge in growth is about to take place in Peterborough, benefiting everyone who lives, works, and spends time here. At the same time the Council continues to make positive strides on its improvement journey by unlocking potential, driving innovation and creativity and ensuring the best use of its resources. Delivering services which reflect value for money for our residents is the core priority underpinning them all. To support all of the exciting work we pride ourselves in having strong corporate functions. The Finance Team is as the heart of the organisation, playing a vital role in achieving this, and were now looking for a Financial Accounting Manager to support. All about the Role Oversee the financial accounting team and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Manage the preparation of financial statements in compliance with regulatory requirements. Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial regulations. Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making. Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial alignment with business objectives. Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals. All About You Proven experience as a Financial Accounting Manager or similar role. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office. Strong leadership and team management abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Attention to detail and high level of accuracy. Relevant accounting qualifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA). All about our Benefits We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme… Access to a range of benefits via Vivup, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata) Access to car lease scheme Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards All about our Commitments We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success. We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact (url removed) we will work with you to meet your needs.. Location : Cambridgeshire

There has never been a better time to work for our council. An explosion of growth is about to take place in Peterborough which will benefit everyone who lives, works and spends time here. At the same time, the Council continues to make positive strides on its improvement journey by unlocking potential, driving innovation and creativity and ensuring the best use of its resources. Delivering services which reflect value for money for our residents is the core priority underpinning them all. To support all of the exciting work we pride ourselves in having strong corporate functions. The Finance Team is at the heart of the organisation, playing a vital role in achieving this, and we're now looking for a Head of Corporate Finance to lead our technical team. All about the Role The post will be responsible for the delivery of the Council's statutory financial statements, Treasury Management, providing technical accounting and taxation advice and leading our fantastic Corporate Finance team to success. You will work closely with strategic finance professionals, the deputy section 151 officer and the external auditor and you'll maximise the benefit of the Unit4 system. All about You To apply for this post, you must be CCAB qualified with experience working in local government finance, specifically you must be able to: Apply technical skills and knowledge required and demonstrate a business like approach to the role. Be able to demonstrate strong leadership skills to successfully navigate the team though the annual process. Be able to nurture and invest in development of the team to provide resilience and succession planning. Effectively prioritise and manage multiple demands with minimal direction for yourself and the team. Demonstrate a proactive and flexible approach and a persistence and resourcefulness to get things done. Resolve complex financial problems with sound workable solutions. Develop effective working relationships with multiple stakeholders including senior and operational leaders, other finance professionals, member and the external auditors. Confidently communicate technical financial information to non-finance specialist, including members. Drive the implementation of improvements in finance processes, controls and reporting. All about our Benefits We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 34 days bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme… Access to a range of benefits via Vivup, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata) Access to car lease scheme Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards A market supplement up to £5,000 will be available for an exceptional candidate. All about our Commitments We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success. We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact (url removed) we will work with you to meet your needs.. Location : Cambridgeshire