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Policy Writer – Adult Social Care Charging 📍 Leicester (County Hall, Glenfield – Room 700) 🕒 Contract 💷 Competitive Rate (DOE) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Policy Writer to support the review and redevelopment of the Adult Social Care Charging Policy for a local authority in Leicestershire. This role will focus on updating and rewriting the existing policy (implemented April 2024) in line with recent legislative and regulatory changes under the Care Act 2014 and associated guidance. You will play a key role in delivering a clear, modern, and accessible policy, ensuring it reflects current requirements while improving usability through effective structure and the use of external government resources. Key Responsibilities Review and rewrite the current Adult Social Care Charging Policy to reflect recent changes in legislation and guidance Conduct detailed research into applicable laws, regulations, and best practices Benchmark against other County Council policies to produce a more streamlined and effective document Incorporate external links to relevant government guidance to ensure long-term accuracy and usability Produce a summary document highlighting key policy changes for quick reference Work closely with internal stakeholders, including finance, operational leads, and legal teams Ensure all content is written in plain English, accessible to both the public and staff Support the implementation phase by collaborating with service leads About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: Proven experience in policy writing, ideally within the public sector or local government Strong understanding of Adult Social Care legislation, particularly the Care Act 2014 Excellent research and analytical skills Ability to translate complex legislation into clear, practical guidance Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills Exceptional written communication and attention to detail Desirable Experience Experience working with or developing charging policies within Adult Social Care Knowledge of local authority frameworks and governance structures Familiarity with policy accessibility standards and plain English principles Working Arrangements Based at County Hall, Glenfield (Leicester) Collaborative role working closely with internal policy and service leads What’s on Offer Opportunity to contribute to a high-impact public service policy Work within a collaborative and experienced team Flexible working arrangements may be considered

Regeneration Service Manager Job Type: Initial 3-month Contract Organisation: Rotherham Council Pay Rate: £662 per day (Inside IR35 / Umbrella) Rotherham Council is seeking an experienced Project Manager with specialist expertise in Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) and Land Acquisition to manage the preparation and execution of a CPO. This role is critical in supporting the Council's efforts in securing land for key regeneration projects. Day-to-day of the role: Oversee the entire CPO process, including the resolution to make a CPO, preparation of the Statement of Reasons, and managing the submission, inquiry, and confirmation stages. Coordinate with a Property Agent and Solicitors to ensure legal and procedural compliance throughout the CPO process. Manage multidisciplinary teams including legal advisors, surveyors, planners, and communications leads to ensure cohesive project delivery. Engage in direct negotiations with landowners, businesses, and developers to facilitate land assembly for complex urban regeneration or infrastructure sites. Handle high-profile, politically sensitive projects, ensuring senior stakeholder visibility and maintaining strong communication channels. Required Skills & Qualifications: Extensive, recent experience in delivering CPO-led regeneration or infrastructure schemes, ideally within a local authority or public sector context. Proven track record of leading end-to-end CPO processes. Demonstrable experience in land assembly for complex urban regeneration or infrastructure sites, involving multiple ownerships and occupiers. Strong ability to manage high-profile, politically sensitive projects with senior stakeholder visibility. Experience working at pace in an interim or programme-critical delivery role, mobilising quickly and driving progress. Excellent coordination skills to manage multidisciplinary teams. Direct experience in stakeholder negotiation. To apply for the Regeneration Service Manager position, please submit your CV and a Reed Consultant will be in touch to discuss next steps.

Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead 📍 Leicestershire (Hybrid Working) 💰 £22.73 per hour (PAYE) 📅 Contract: 6 months (potential extension) 🕒 Full-time (37 hours per week) About the Role Leicestershire County Council is seeking an experienced Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead to support a major transformation programme. This is a critical interim role focused on delivering cost efficiencies and strategic improvements across third-party spend. You will lead a structured programme of work, identifying opportunities to reduce expenditure while maintaining service quality. Key Responsibilities Lead the implementation of a third-party spend reduction programme Develop and deliver a rolling review of spend categories Analyse spend data to identify and realise cost-saving opportunities Engage with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to negotiate commercial outcomes Provide expert advice on resources, structure, and delivery approach Support the wider transformation programme objectives About You We are looking for a confident and commercially astute professional who can operate at a senior level. You will have: Experience in a Head of / Director-level transformation or programme role Proven track record managing large-scale change or cost optimisation programmes Strong understanding of public sector procurement Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insight Outstanding stakeholder engagement and communication skills Working Arrangements Hybrid working model Typically 2 days per week on-site, with flexibility for the right candidate Additional Information Initial 6-month contract, with potential extension subject to programme success Role is part of a funded transformation initiative Inside IR35 (PAYE engagement) Apply Now If you are an experienced transformation leader with a passion for delivering measurable financial impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Head of Transformation 📍 Leicestershire / Hybrid working 💰 Competitive salary + excellent benefits 🕒 Full-time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Transformation to lead the delivery of the Council’s ambitious Better Leicestershire Transformation Programme. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving large-scale organisational change, ensuring programme milestones are delivered, and realising measurable benefits for communities across Leicestershire. You will lead the Transformation Unit, ensuring it is fully equipped with the capability, capacity, and tools required to successfully deliver change across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Lead the delivery of the Better Leicestershire Transformation Programme across the Council Drive innovation, organisational change, and transformation at a corporate level Provide expert strategic advice to senior stakeholders, including Members and senior leadership teams Programme & Change Management Establish and oversee corporate change management methodologies, tools, and standards Monitor delivery against programme milestones, KPIs, and benefits realisation targets Identify and manage programme and project risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation plans are in place Service & Performance Management Ensure services are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in line with statutory and policy requirements Lead strategic and operational performance management aligned to service plans and budgets Implement recommendations from organisational reviews to strengthen transformation capability Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement Build and maintain strong partnerships across internal departments and external organisations Lead communication and engagement strategies for transformation initiatives Work closely with the Organisational Portfolio Office to manage resources, governance, and reporting About You To succeed in this role, you will bring: Proven experience leading large-scale transformation programmes within a complex organisation (public sector desirable) Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels Expertise in change management methodologies and programme delivery frameworks Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Experience managing budgets, performance, and operational delivery A track record of delivering measurable outcomes and driving organisational improvement What’s on Offer Opportunity to lead high-impact transformation at a strategic level Flexible / hybrid working arrangements Generous annual leave and pension scheme Ongoing professional development and leadership support A chance to make a real difference to local communities About the Organisation You will be joining a forward-thinking Council committed to delivering high-quality services and driving innovation to meet the evolving needs of its communities. The Better Leicestershire Programme is central to its long-term vision, making this an exciting time to join and shape the future. Apply Now If you are a driven transformation leader looking to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact our team for a confidential discussion.

Domestic Assistant Location: Worksop Job Type: Full-time, including weekends Hours: 8am - 4pm Hourly Rate: £13.45 We are seeking a dedicated Domestic Assistant to join our team in a residential care home setting. The successful candidate will have prior experience in a similar role and will contribute to maintaining a comfortable, safe, and hygienic environment for service users and other customers. Day-to-day of the role: Follow cleaning schedules as instructed to maintain high standards and comply with infection control policies and procedures. Ensure that daily and deep cleaning schedules are strictly followed, disinfecting and cleaning areas to the highest standards to reduce cross-contamination. Maintain personal presentation and hygiene to the highest standard when working within the care home. Safely store cleaning equipment and materials in line with COSSH regulations and health and safety policies. Report any defects immediately to higher management to ensure safety. Carry out additional reasonable instructions from the shift leader, Deputy, and Registered Manager, adapting to changes to meet the evolving needs of the service. Respect clients' privacy and adopt a person-centred approach at all times. Required Skills & Qualifications: Prior experience as a Domestic Assistant in a similar setting. Ability to work flexibly and travel to various locations within the Borough. NQF Level 1 qualification (e.g., GCSEs Grades 3-1, NVQs Level 1, GNVQs Foundation, City and Guilds Part 1) or equivalent knowledge gained through work experience. Benefits: Opportunities for professional development and training. Access to a dedicated Reed 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 Domestic Assistant position, please submit your CV by clicking Apply Now.

Do you have experience with Litigation and specifically Disrepair cases and are you available immediately for a medium-term project role? About the role We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Litigation Officer to join a Legal Services team at Local Authority Council. In this key role, you’ll manage a varied and often complex litigation caseload, providing high-quality legal advice and representation to support the Council’s services and protect its interests. You’ll work closely with the Principal Litigation Lawyer and play a vital role in delivering an effective, responsive legal service across multiple areas including housing, planning and environmental health. What you’ll be doing The key area is dealing with Disrepair cases Managing a varied caseload of civil and criminal litigation matters, including complex cases Representing the Council in courts (Magistrates’, County, High Court and beyond) Providing expert legal advice to Members, officers and stakeholders Drafting legal documents, notices, reports and court documentation Supporting key service areas including: Housing Planning Licensing Environmental Health Hackney Carriage Advising and attending committees, panels and hearings Instructing and liaising with Counsel and external professionals Supporting and developing junior team members, including trainees Contributing to continuous improvement of the Litigation Team What we’re looking for Essential Can consider unqualified admitted Solicitor or Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive (with rights of audience in England & Wales) Strong experience in litigation, ideally within housing and/or planning law Knowledge of court procedures across Magistrates’, County and High Courts Excellent legal drafting, analytical and research skills Ability to interpret and apply complex legislation Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines Confident communicator with the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders Apply now If you’re a skilled litigation lawyer looking to make a real impact in local government, we’d love to hear from you.

Reed is delighted to be partnering with the Greater London Authority (GLA) to recruit a proactive and service-focused Facilities and Front Desk Coordinator, based at City Hall. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a central role in the day-to-day running of an iconic public building, providing an excellent service to both internal stakeholders and visitors alike. As a key member of the Reception and Facilities team, you will act as the first point of contact for City Hall, ensuring a welcoming, professional, and well-presented environment at all times. This is a varied and hands-on role, combining front-of-house duties with facilities coordination and helpdesk support. Duration: 3-months contract with possibility of further extensions Pay: £16.68 per hour via PAYE or £21.54 per hour via Umbrella Location: City Hall – Canning Town on the Jubilee line or Royal Victoria on the DLR Key responsibilities will include: Managing the reception desk, greeting visitors and ensuring a professional front-of-house experience Operating the public switchboard and directing calls appropriately Responding to facilities-related enquiries and resolving issues for staff Supporting the use and ongoing improvement of internal knowledge resources for self-service Logging, triaging and managing faults through the FM Helpdesk, liaising with specialist contractors where required Monitoring and progressing outstanding jobs through the CAFM system Carrying out regular inspections of office, meeting and event spaces, ensuring they are safe, functional and well-maintained Assisting with meeting room and event space set-ups, including producing reports for contractors Ensuring meeting rooms are appropriately signed, set up and that audio-visual equipment is fully operational Maintaining clear communication across the building, including signage for any service disruptions Delivering site inductions for new starters, introducing them to facilities and services Providing support during building incidents when required About you: You will be highly organised, approachable, and confident in dealing with a wide range of stakeholders. A strong sense of ownership and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential, as is a commitment to delivering a high standard of customer service. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of a high-profile organisation within London, gaining valuable experience in both facilities management and front-of-house services. If you have the required experience and skill-set, then apply now for immediate consideration.

📍 Maidenhead & surrounding areas 🕒 3-month contract 💰 £18.17 – £20.16 per hour (PAYE) 💰 £23.60 – £26.23 per hour (Umbrella) We are currently recruiting for a Housing Accommodation Officer to join a busy Temporary Accommodation Team supporting homeless households across Maidenhead and surrounding areas. The Role You will play a key role in ensuring temporary accommodation is safe, suitable, and well-managed, working closely with Housing Options and Resettlement teams. Key responsibilities include: Managing and letting temporary accommodation for homeless households Supporting residents and ensuring properties remain safe and fit for purpose Conducting property inspections and managing tenancy issues Collecting accommodation charges and monitoring arrears Liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders to support residents Handling a busy and varied workload in a fast-paced environment About You We’re looking for someone who: Has experience in housing, property, or tenancy management Is confident working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Has strong organisation and multitasking skills Is comfortable dealing with residents and resolving issues Can work collaboratively across teams ✅ Essential Requirement: Must be a car owner with business use insurance What’s on Offer Competitive hourly rates Valuable local authority experience Opportunity to make a real difference supporting vulnerable households Immediate start available 📩 Apply now with your CV and confirm you have access to a vehicle with business insurance.

Senior Revenues Technician Salary: £28,694 – £42,361 Location: Remote (UK-based) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time The Opportunity An established business services organisation is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Revenues Technician to join its Business Rates (NNDR) Shared Services team. This is a key role within the service, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to operational delivery, team development, and continuous service improvement. You will play a vital role in supporting both internal teams and external clients, ensuring a high-quality, efficient service is consistently delivered. Key Responsibilities Design, deliver, and maintain training programmes for new and existing team members Mentor and upskill colleagues, supporting ongoing technical development Monitor, analyse, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive service improvements Manage operational schedules and key annual timetables to ensure deadlines are met Act as a subject matter expert for stakeholders and clients Handle complex casework from investigation through to resolution Provide specialist technical support on escalated cases Ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls Review and improve internal processes and procedures Manage complex legal cases, liaising with solicitors and preparing documentation Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and regulatory changes Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and personal development Skills & Experience Required GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths (Grade A–C / 4–9) Strong, demonstrable experience within Business Rates (NNDR) Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service to a diverse client base Experience handling and managing large volumes of information Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills Confident working independently and using initiative Flexible approach to working patterns in line with business needs .

HR Contracts and Payroll Administrators Pay Rate: £13.69 to £17.47 per hour (PAYE) Location: Halifax, HX1 Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (2 months) Hybrid Policy: Mainly home-based with initial office presence during training Calderdale Council are looking for three HR Contracts and Payroll Administrators to support our vision for 2034, focusing on opportunity, resilience, and community support. This role is crucial in delivering effective HR Contracts and Payroll services, ensuring high standards and meeting all deadlines. Day-to-day of the role: Manage HR employment contracts and payroll activities for an assigned area/customer base. Provide excellent customer service, ensuring high service standards in both quantity and quality of outputs. Problem solve at the first point of contact and develop strong working relationships with schools, services, and customers. Ensure compliance with all published deadlines and legal and statutory responsibilities. Support the progression of team members by providing mentorship and guidance to meet career grade progression criteria. Required Skills & Qualifications: Relevant HR or Payroll qualification (e.g., CIPD) or equivalent skills and experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills with good numeracy for undertaking calculations. Experience in HR and/or Payroll with proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel. Knowledge of Local Government and Teachers' terms and conditions of employment is desirable. Experience with iTrent HR and Payroll System is advantageous. Benefits: To apply for the HR Contracts and Payroll Administrator position, please send your cv to simon.butler@reed.com