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Public Space Protection Enforcement Officer Hourly Rate: £16.43 via PAYE Location: Bolton Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (initial 6 months with potential extension) Join our dedicated team in Bolton as a Public Space Protection Enforcement Officer, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining community standards and safety. This position focuses on reducing anti-social behaviour and improving the environment by enforcing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) and other regulations. Day-to-day of the role: Detect, deter, and act on anti-social behaviour within the town centre and other designated areas. Undertake enforcement activities, including issuing fixed penalty notices, preparing and serving notices, and collating evidence for legal actions. Investigate issues thoroughly to establish facts, supporting enforcement actions and prosecution cases. Engage with individuals and communities to promote responsibility and environmental improvement. Maintain accurate records of activities, incidents, and follow-up actions in compliance with procedures. Attend court as a witness when required and participate in meetings to support promotional campaigns. Liaise with other services, agencies, and stakeholders, sharing information and supporting team members, especially those less experienced. Required Skills & Qualifications: Understanding of anti-social behaviour legislation and its application. Knowledge of issues affecting local communities and the importance of multi-agency partnerships. Experience in public engagement and effective communication of service matters. Ability to handle conflict situations with authority and appropriateness. Full, clean driving license is essential. Flexibility to work outdoors in all weather conditions, and availability for early evenings and occasional weekends. Benefits: Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support. Secure and easy-to-use online timesheet system. Self-service portal for managing holiday requests, payslips, and other employment documents. Inclusion in pension schemes, paid holiday schemes, and maternity benefits. To apply for the Public Space Protection Enforcement Officer position, please submit your CV by clicking Apply Now.

We are recruiting for an Insight & Governance Team Member to join a high-profile public-sector organisation on an interim contract. A data-focused admin and governance support role within the Met’s Referencing & Vetting team. The role supports performance, reporting, recruitment processes, and governance to help the business run effectively. Key Responsibilities Support end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes Provide data analysis, reporting, and insights to support performance Assist with training coordination and development activities Maintain risk registers and support governance processes Manage meetings (agendas, minutes, tracking actions) Handle FOI requests and audit requirements Support workforce planning and general operational activity What they’re looking for Core Skills Strong organisation and prioritisation skills Excellent attention to detail Good communication skills (written & verbal) Ability to analyse data and explain it clearly Confident using Excel, Word, and Outlook Able to manage multiple tasks and work to tight deadlines Experience Background in admin, coordination, or support roles Experience working with data or reporting Comfortable working with a range of stakeholders Proven ability to problem solve and meet deadlines Key Stakeholders Senior leadership (SLT / Directors) Internal teams (HR, Finance, Workforce Planning) External partners (e.g. agencies, DBS, government bodies) Key Details: Rate: £19.49 per hour PAYE or £25.25 per hour Umbrella Location: Sidcup, Kent (fully officed-based) Contract length: 3 months (view to extend) If you are interested in this vacancy, APPLY NOW!

Surveyor Length of role: Initial 3 months. Day rate: £450 per day Umbrella Location: Rotherham Key Responsibilities Lead on the preparation of a strategic asset management plan / strategy Undertake condition and asset assessments across the Council’s property estate to inform the strategy Analyse property performance, utilisation, lifecycle costs, and opportunities for rationalisation Provide professional surveying advice on operational and non-operational assets Assist in identifying investment priorities and efficiencies Contribute to data collection, reporting, and stakeholder engagement Work collaboratively with the Head of Property, Estates team, council officers, consultants, and senior leadership Requirements Chartered Surveyor (MRICS preferred) or equivalent relevant experience Strong knowledge of local authority asset management plans and strategies Excellent analytical and report-writing skills Ability to interpret asset data and provide practical recommendations Strong stakeholder communication and project management abilities experience in writing / authoring asset management strategies.

Join our Visitor Centre Team and be the welcoming face for guests from around the globe! We’re looking for an enthusiastic, approachable team player who loves helping people make the most of their time in London. If you know the city’s top attractions and hidden gems, enjoy creating unforgettable experiences, and can confidently assist international visitors, this is your chance to shine. Role Overview: To provide an excellent face-to-face one-stop shop service to visitors to London, including but not restricted to general journey planning information, travel and leisure ticket issuing etc. This service will take place within the vicinity and close proximity of the Visitor Centres, or any other designated area as required by the business. The jobholder will deliver world-class customer service with the goal of enhancing the overall customer experience. Key Information: Hourly Rate: £16.70 per hour Location: Heathrow Start Date: ASAP Hours: 35 hours per week, 7 days a week, shift work Contract Duration: 6 months (view to extend) Role Overview: Identify the full scope of customer’s needs using appropriate questioning, answer all queries fully and accurately and offer the appropriate solution Consistently demonstrate a world class customer service in dealing with customer queries and identify opportunities to enhance the customer experience Use your local knowledge to help visitors make the most of their time in London - catering to their needs and ensuring they have a memorable experience Offer all relevant services and products including TfL and third party tickets, maximising all sales opportunities Maintain own level of knowledge about the full range of tickets, products and services available in a VIC by reading all memos issued, ensuring that content is fully understood and support new and existing colleagues as required Collaborate with colleagues across the wider Customer Service teams to deliver seamless, one-team support Administration, adhering to all local procedures, following daily shift responsibilities including key holder tasks Maintain a safe, tidy and presentable VIC environment ensuring that leaflet racks and displays are kept full, tidy and up-to-date Work on own initiative ensuring off counter activities to support daily operation are completed in a timely manner If you are interested in this role, APPLY NOW!

Surveyor Hourly rate: £40-£50 per hour Umbrella dependent on experience Location: Bury, Greater Manchester Job Type: Full-time Length of role: Initial 3 months. Potential to extend. We are seeking a Surveyor to join our Property and Asset Management team within the Business Growth and Infrastructure department. This role is crucial for providing an efficient and effective professional surveying service, playing a significant role in the delivery of continuous improvement of cost-effective services aligned to service user needs. Day-to-day of the role: Manage the let estate including disposals of land and property assets, and acquisition of property interests for corporate schemes. Project manage regeneration and property development initiatives. Conduct valuations of land and property for both capital and revenue purposes. Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and undertake professional work related to the portfolio including negotiation and settlement of rent reviews and lease renewals. Assess rental values, compile marketing details, and manage viewings and negotiations for the letting or disposal of vacant commercial and industrial property. Provide general property advice and progress reports to client departments, existing or prospective tenants, and other stakeholders. Required Skills & Qualifications: RICS accredited degree or equivalent. Satisfaction of RICS assessment of Professional Competence. Significant experience and expertise in disposals and acquisition of land and property. Competence in the valuation of land and property assets for statutory, accounting, and appraisal purposes. Experience in creating and managing property-related budgets. Ability to work accurately under pressure and communicate complex information effectively. Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Regeneration Project Manager (Inclusive Economy & Communities) 📍 Greater Manchester (Hybrid Working) 💷 Competitive Day Rate ⏳ Contract / Interim Opportunity Make a tangible impact on place, people, and prosperity We are working in partnership with a forward-thinking local authority to recruit a Regeneration Project Manager to join their high-performing Growth, Communities & Housing service. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced regeneration professional to shape and deliver ambitious place-based projects, helping to unlock growth, tackle inequality, and drive inclusive economic development. The Role Sitting within the Inclusive Economy & Communities Team, you will play a key role in leading and delivering regeneration initiatives that support thriving communities and sustainable economic growth. This is a highly collaborative, delivery-focused role where you will work across stakeholders including local businesses, community groups, delivery partners, and funding bodies to bring complex projects to life. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and delivery of regeneration and place-based projects, from feasibility through to implementation Drive forward initiatives that unlock sites and enable development, including complex infrastructure challenges and brownfield regeneration Manage and coordinate partnerships with consultants, developers, and public sector agencies Identify and secure external funding opportunities (e.g. Homes England), including bid writing and programme management Support delivery of the Inclusive Economy Delivery Plan, ensuring projects align with corporate priorities Engage with local communities and VCFSE organisations to ensure inclusive, place-led outcomes Provide leadership and guidance across project teams and stakeholders to ensure effective delivery About You We are looking for an experienced regeneration professional with a proven track record in delivering projects within an urban, public sector environment. You will bring: Strong experience in regeneration, development, or infrastructure-led projects Proven ability to manage complex schemes, including unlocking challenging sites Experience in public sector funding, including securing and managing grants (e.g. Homes England) A strong understanding of place-based working, inclusive growth, and community development Experience working with local authorities, developers, and external consultants Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership working skills If you are a Regeneration Consultant / Project Manager looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic local authority environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Refuse Collector Annual Salary: £13.26 per hour (PAYE) Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (1-2 months) Kirklees Council are looking for four Refuse Collectors to join our team on a temporary basis for the next 1 - 2 months. This role is crucial in maintaining the cleanliness and efficiency of our community services. We are looking for individuals who are innovative and creative in their approach to work, with a focus on delivering excellent service to our communities. Day-to-day of the role: Collect waste from households and businesses, ensuring safe handling and compliance with service standards. Operate within a team of 2 Loaders and 1 Driver to complete a set amount of work daily. Handle a variety of materials including refuse, recycling, clinical bagged waste, bulky items, and assist with skip collections. Use equipment appropriately and follow procedures for collection, loading, lifting, and disposal of waste. Report waste concerns such as non-presented bins and overflowing bins as required. Assist in recording information using technologies such as in-cab systems. Maintain a positive image in interactions with the public and stakeholders. Support service delivery by working collaboratively with individuals and teams. Undertake other cleaning duties as required, such as snow clearing, gritting, and support for clean-up projects. Required Skills & Qualifications: Ability to work safely and follow detailed instructions. Experience in waste collection or a similar role is preferred but not essential. Good physical fitness to handle manual tasks and lifting. Effective communication skills to interact with the public and team members. Commitment to a work pattern that reflects service delivery needs. Benefits: To apply for the Refuse Collector position, please send your cv to simon.butler@reed.com

Billing & Collections Officer (Local Authority) 📍 Wembley (Hybrid Working) 🕒 Full-time: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm 📅 Immediate Start | Contract until at least December 2026 💰 Pay Rate: £18.65 per hour (PAYE) £24.65 per hour (Umbrella) The Role We are currently recruiting for a Billing & Collections Officer to join a busy Local Authority team based in Wembley. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced revenues professional to contribute to the efficient billing, collection, and recovery of a wide range of council debts. You will play a key role in ensuring that revenues are maximised while delivering high-quality, customer-focused services. Key Responsibilities Administer billing, collection, and recovery across: Council Tax Business Rates Adult Social Care Debt Parking & Road Traffic Debt Sundry Debt Housing Benefit Overpayments Determine correct liability, including: Identifying liable parties and liability periods Applying discounts, exemptions, reductions, and refunds Identifying Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) Maintain accurate customer and account records across revenue systems Handle customer queries across multiple channels (phone, email, face-to-face, online), ensuring: High levels of customer service Accurate and timely resolutions Progress debts through the recovery process to maximise collection and minimise arrears Negotiate realistic payment arrangements based on customers’ financial circumstances Promote digital services and support customers with channel shift Liaise with internal departments, external stakeholders, the Valuation Office Agency (VOA), and fraud/investigation teams Support responses to complaints, Subject Access Requests (SARs), and FOI requests Identify cases suitable for hardship relief or write-off and make recommendations About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven experience in local authority revenues and collections Strong working knowledge of: Council Tax and/or Business Rates legislation Recovery processes and enforcement procedures Experience handling high-volume customer enquiries Excellent communication and negotiation skills Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage complex casework Experience using revenues and/or financial systems Ability to balance customer sensitivity with revenue collection targets Why Apply? Long-term contract through to December 2026 Competitive hourly rates Hybrid working arrangement Opportunity to work within a supportive and high-performing local authority team Immediate start available If you’re an experienced Billing & Collections professional ready for your next contract, apply now to be considered.

Commercial Lead Job Type: Temp to Perm (Initial 3-month contract) Organisation: Wakefield Council Pay Rate: £26.62 per hour (PAYE) Wakefield Council is seeking a Commercial Lead to join our dynamic Commercial Team. This role is crucial in driving the Council's ambitions and making a significant impact on our communities. As the strategic lead, you will develop and embed best practices in commercial policy, including procurement, and lead on commercial training, governance, and data management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape and enhance the commercial operations within the Council, ensuring compliance, innovation, transparency, and value for money. Day-to-day of the role: Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of commercial policies, procedures, processes, documentation, and strategies. Design and deliver targeted training and guidance programmes for officers and elected members. Drive commercial excellence with both internal and external stakeholders. Oversee the development and use of commercial data and analytics within the Commercial Team. Required Skills & Qualifications: Expert knowledge of the legislative and regulatory framework relevant to public sector procurement. Proven experience in coaching, developing, and leading others. Experience working in a commercial function delivering complex procurements and/or developing complex commercial strategies/policies/documentation. An innovative and forward-thinking individual with a ‘can-do’ attitude towards change and continuous improvement. Excellent professional written and oral communication skills. Benefits: Opportunities for professional development and training. Dynamic and supportive work environment. Potential for permanent employment based on performance. To apply for the Commercial Lead position, please submit your CV and a Reed Consultant will be in touch to discuss next steps.

Senior Category Manager Contract Type: Temp to Perm (Initial 3-month contract) Organisation: Wakefield Council Pay Rate: £26.62 per hour (PAYE) Join the Commercial Services Team at Wakefield Council, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting the local authority to enhance the district, making it a thriving place for residents, businesses, and visitors. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Category Manager to lead procurement activities within a category management framework. Day-to-day of the role: Lead a small team of procurement professionals, ensuring effective management of various categories of spend, particularly in ICT, HR, and Financial Services. Provide professional, customer-focused procurement services for Goods, Services, and Works, ensuring compliance with category management principles. Offer strategic advice and manage end-to-end procurement activities, influencing procurement solutions that deliver value for money and focused outcomes. Develop a category-led approach to procurement, influencing spend, understanding business needs, and identifying innovative sourcing opportunities. Ensure your team has a full understanding and control of all third-party spend associated with the categories. Maintain a planned, proactive approach to enhance procurement activity within the category of spend across the Council. Provide procurement guidance and deliver training to Council Officers. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience as a procurement professional with strong skills in stakeholder and contract management. Awareness of the legislative and regulatory framework relevant to public sector procurement, including UK Regulations and complex procurement exercises. Demonstrable organisational and planning skills, with the ability to impart knowledge to colleagues at all levels. Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively managing and leading a team. Benefits: Opportunity for a permanent role after an initial temporary period. Chance to contribute to significant projects that have a lasting impact on the community. Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. To apply for the Senior Category Manager position, please submit your CV and a Reed Consultant will be in touch to discuss next steps.