62 jobs found in Hatfield

Head of Asset Management Contract Duration: 6 months (Interim) Day Rate: Negotiable Location: Welwyn, Hertfordshire (Hybrid)We are currently seeking an experienced Head of Asset Management to join the Council on an interim basis. This role is critical for leading key projects and managing various teams within the department. The successful candidate will be instrumental in implementing new systems and processes to enhance service delivery and compliance. Day-to-day of the role: Lead the project to implement a new database for Building Services and Asset Management. Take responsibility for the implementation of robust statutory compliance processes. Lead procurement exercises for the department. Manage the Building Services, Garages, and Asset Data Teams. Apply expertise in commercial buildings to improve operational efficiency and service quality.Required Skills & Qualifications: Extensive experience in building services management, preferably within a local government or...

Title: Deputy Head of Service - Children with Disabilities Service Grade: M6 (Post: PREF(phone number removed))Reports To: Head of Service Department: Children's Social Care Working Pattern: Agile (Includes out-of-hours, evenings, weekends, and on-call rota) Purpose of Post Deputise for and assist the Head of Service in the strategic direction, performance management, and operational delivery of statutory social work interventions. Ensure vulnerable children receive a safe, consistent, and proportionate response in line with legislative regulations. Key Responsibilities Service Delivery & Risk (50%): Lead Family Help, Statutory, and Specialist teams. Formulate threshold mechanisms and take accountability for high-level risk decisions, legal gateways, and care plans (signing authority up to £1,000). Practice Leadership & QA (25%): Lead Quality Assurance (QA) audits and embed reflective learning loops to meet professional standards. Chair high-risk multi-agency...

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Deputy Manager to work with individuals with complex needs? Responsibilities of the role: * To assist the Manager in ensuring the effective, safe and profitable running of all locations * Assist with individual referrals * Provide support to all staff within the group on a 24 hour on call basis * Ability to work 2 weekends per month * Assist with management of staff Requirements: * Experience of working with people with complex needs desirable * NVQ in Health and Social Care Level 3 mandatory working toward Level 5 * Excellent communication skills * Team player * Good organisational skills * Drivers license * Must be on call one weekend per month Our client offers use of company vehicle during shifts, 28 days holiday, social events and career development/training

Adults Social Worker - Commissioning Reviews Team Supervisory experience required - will be managing 2 NQ Reviewing Officers ● Experience in managing efficiency and budgets ● Experience in Care Act and Mental Capacity Act and Safeguarding ● 2 years' experience working within Commissioning Reviews Team

Senior Social Worker - Family Help Service London Borough of Hackney Temporary Role | Up to £39.04 per hour (Umbrella) Location: Hackney Connect2Socialwork is proudly working in partnership with the London Borough of Hackney to recruit experienced Senior Social Workers for its newly established Family Help Service. Hackney Children's Social Care is entering an exciting period of transformation, redesigning services to strengthen continuity, relationships and outcomes for children and families. As part of this change, the Assessment & Planning and Child Protection services have merged to form neighbourhood-based Family Help Teams across Hackney. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker within the Family Help Service, you will provide end-to-end, relationship-based social work, supporting families from allocation through to case closure. You will manage a varied and rewarding caseload, including: Children and Family Assessments Children in Need (CIN) planning and...

The duties and responsibilities of Family Support Workers vary depending on the needs of the family they are helping, but their key duties and responsibilities can include: Assessing the needs of their clients Creating a plan of support for their clients based on a needs assessment Conducting regular caseload reviews with families and individual clients during home visits to ensure that there are no issues at home Ensuring adherence to standards and legislation for confidentiality, equality and diversity Managing their workload and scheduled commitments Keeping records and updating reports for their cases Attending court sessions dealing with the care and protection of children Working with Social Workers to determine a family’s needs when a child returns home after being in foster care. The role will also also suit a Newly Qualified Social Worker looking. You must have: - At least 6 months recent experience as a Family Support Worker / Family Assessment Worker - A recent DBS / or...

We're looking for an Assistant Contract Manager for a public sector organisation based in Birmingham or London (hybrid) on an initial 9 month contract, paying up to £450 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35). This is a hybrid role with an expectation to attend the office three days per week. The successful Assistant Contract Manager will manage a portfolio of corporate contracts across the full lifecycle, from mobilisation and transition through to exit. They'll monitor supplier performance and compliance, support commercial decision-making, manage change requests through governance processes, and liaise with stakeholders on spend, progress and performance reporting. They'll also be expected to negotiate commercial agreements with third parties and proactively identify and mitigate contract risks. You will need proven experience working with the following: - Corporate contract management and administration - Contract change request processes and governance structures - Supplier and...

We're looking for a Casework Team Leader for a public sector organisation based in London (hybrid) on an initial contract to March 2027, paying up to £350 per day (Inside IR35, Umbrella). There is an expectation to attend the office in London 1 to 3 days per week, as required by business needs. The successful Casework Team Leader will lead a small casework function within a fast-paced, policy-led operational delivery environment, applying government policy to make sound, evidence-based decisions on a varied caseload. You will mentor and support colleagues, promoting their welfare and wellbeing, while collaborating confidently with stakeholders and partner teams to drive forward departmental priorities. Although this role carries no formal line management accountability, you will play an active coaching role within the team. You will need proven experience working with the following: Evidence-based decision making in a high-pace operational delivery environment Working in or...

Head of Service- CTPLD, Mental health and Older adults - London Borough of Ealing • To lead and manage Social Work and Team Managers, Team Managers and their teams within Adult Social Services to ensure provision of a comprehensive, consistent, timely, quality, cost effective service is provided to people using services and their family and other social contacts. To ensure that assessments are carried out and appropriate services are planned and delivered to meet the assessed need. To ensure that an appropriate emergency response is available to meet unplanned high-risk need. • To provide expert guidance on complex casework and all operational matters. • To undertake all management responsibilities within the framework of legislation, Guidance, policy, good practice and Social Work and Occupational Therapy research. • To participate in the overall management of the service in the Adults Senior Management Team and the Operational Management Team, including ensuring effective...

Our client is seeking experienced Caseworkers to play a key role in a high-profile government initiative supporting eligible Afghan nationals and their families who assisted UK operations. This is a sensitive and high-impact position within the Defence sector, ideal for individuals with strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and emotional resilience. Key Responsibilities * Manage and progress casework in line with government policy, ensuring fair, well-documented, and transparent decisions. * Analyse complex information from multiple sources to reach accurate conclusions. * Handle confidential and, at times, distressing material with professionalism and care. * Work to daily case targets while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality. * Communicate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. * Ensure full compliance with data protection and information security requirements. Essential Skills &...

Parliamentary and Complaints Caseworker Team: Strategy, Policy and Engagement ((url removed) One Login & Wallet) Duration: 6 Months Contract Location: Hybrid / Government Office Location (London, Manchester or Bristol) Rate: £350 per day inside IR35 The Role We are seeking an experienced Parliamentary and Complaints Caseworker to lead the management of complex casework, complaints, and high-profile operational issues within the (url removed) One Login and Wallet programme. This role will play a key part in ensuring users receive effective support, issues are investigated thoroughly, and lessons learned are translated into service improvements. The successful candidate will work across multidisciplinary teams, government departments, and external stakeholders to resolve complex problems and improve user outcomes. Key Responsibilities As a Parliamentary and Complaints Caseworker, you will: Lead and operate a centralised complex casework service, establishing effective...

Contracts Manager - UK Government Contract roles (Apply online only)/day - Inside IR35 (hiring across different seniority levels) Hybrid London & Birmingham 6 months initially Details need to remain vague at this point, due to the nature of the assignment, however some requirements that are central to the role: Governance, Assurance & Compliance Strategy Development Project Management & Planning Estimating & Cost Planning Procurement UCR/PCR Application Bespoke Third Party Agreements Contract Management & Administration Negotiation and Dispute Resolution Cost Control Risk & Value Management Supply Chain Management Call me, Alex Manea, at NonStop Recruitment now for a confidential conversation. Contact me on (email address removed) or (phone number removed), please send your CV in word format OR if this does not sound like the opportunity for you, but you are a professional working across the Public Sector, please feel free to get in touch, to see...

Contracts Manager - UK Government Contract roles (Apply online only)/day - Inside IR35 (hiring across different seniority levels) Hybrid London & Birmingham 6 months initially Details need to remain vague at this point, due to the nature of the assignment, however some requirements that are central to the role: Governance, Assurance & Compliance Strategy Development Project Management & Planning Estimating & Cost Planning Procurement UCR/PCR Application Bespoke Third Party Agreements Contract Management & Administration Negotiation and Dispute Resolution Cost Control Risk & Value Management Supply Chain Management Call me, Alex Manea, at NonStop Recruitment now for a confidential conversation. Contact me on (email address removed) or (phone number removed), please send your CV in word format OR if this does not sound like the opportunity for you, but you are a professional working across the Public Sector, please feel free to get in touch, to see...

Job Advertisement: Organised Immigration Crime Development Specialist Location: Nationwide (Travelling when Required) Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £19.78 Working Pattern: Full Time Driving Required: Preferably but not essential Are you passionate about public service and committed to making a difference in policing? Our client iDevon and Cornwall Police are seeking an enthusiastic OIC Development Specialist to join the OIC Domestic Taskforce! This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the national response against Organised Immigration Crime (OIC) and support frontline policing across England and Wales. Key Responsibilities: As an OIC Development Specialist, you will play a crucial role in: Delivering priorities set by the NPCC and the Home Office to enhance frontline policing. Collaborating with statutory agencies and NGOs to improve intelligence and disrupt Organised Crime Groups. Working with the Home Office and Border Security Command to enhance policing...

We are seeking an experienced Casework Team Leader to join a high-profile Government programme supporting the delivery of complex, policy-led casework in a fast-paced operational environment. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Government operational delivery who can confidently lead teams, make evidence-based decisions, and build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders. The Role As a Casework Team Leader, you will lead a team responsible for delivering high-quality casework while ensuring decisions are made consistently, fairly and in line with Government policy. You will provide leadership and coaching to your team, oversee operational performance, contribute to continuous improvement, and support the wider objectives of the organisation. Key Responsibilities * Lead a Casework Team, providing line management to HEO Civil Servants and task management of contingent workers. * Make autonomous, evidence-based decisions in accordance with...

Interaction Designer Rate: £530 per day (Inside IR35) Duration: 4 Months Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Location: Remote (Government Client / Public Sector) Overview We are seeking an experienced Interaction Designer to join a multidisciplinary team delivering digital services within a government cyber policy portfolio. Working alongside User Researchers, Service Designers, Product Managers, Business Analysts, and Engineers, you will help design intuitive, accessible, and user-centred digital services that support critical public sector functions. This role is well suited to candidates with strong GDS experience, who can confidently translate user needs into high-quality interaction designs within agile delivery environments. Key Responsibilities Design user-centred interactions for digital services, from discovery through to live Produce deliverables including wireframes, user flows, and prototypes Collaborate closely with User Researchers to translate insights...

Job Role: Commercial Lead Contract Type: Interim Full Time Contract Length: 3-6 months Location: Flexible - On-site 2 days a week initially. Day Rate: from £450/day Sector: Public Sector A public sector organisation is looking for an experienced Cyber Commercial Specialist to support a pipeline of upcoming tenders valued from low value up to £20m.This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of end-to-end tender delivery, working closely with senior stakeholders across cyber, IT, and programme teams. Your new role Lead and deliver complex tenders within the digital category. Manage stakeholder engagement across technical and non-technical teams Develop tender documentation, sourcing strategies, and evaluation processes Ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations Drive commercial outcomes and value for money What you'll need to succeed Proficient skill in using CCS frameworks preference in the digital space Proficient commercial skills and knowledge...

Job Title: Category Manager Rate: £400 per day (Umbrella) Contract: 6-month ongoing contract Location: South East London Overview We are seeking an experienced Category Manager to join a forward-thinking local authority, supporting the delivery of high-value, complex procurement activity. This is a great opportunity for a senior commercial professional to play a key role in shaping procurement strategy and delivering both value for money and social value outcomes. Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Category Lead, you will be responsible for: Providing senior-level commercial advice to support the Council in achieving its corporate objectives. Working in partnership with internal departments as a strategic adviser on complex, high-risk, and high-value procurement activities. Leading and managing procurement projects of significant complexity, ensuring delivery of best value and social value outcomes. Providing expert technical advice, guidance, and constructive...

Job Purpose To provide independent oversight and review of Child in Need (CIN) plans for children and families receiving services under Section 17 of the Children Act 1989. The post holder will ensure that plans are child-focused, outcome-driven, and effectively safeguard and promote the welfare of children. The Child in Need Reviewing Officer will chair and facilitate Child in Need review meetings, monitor progress against agreed plans, challenge drift and delay, and promote high standards of practice across safeguarding teams. Key Responsibilities Child in Need Reviews Chair Child in Need review meetings in accordance with local procedures and statutory requirements. * Ensure the child�s voice, wishes, feelings, and lived experiences are central to all reviews and decision-making. * Monitor the effectiveness of Child in Need plans and assess whether outcomes are being achieved. * Evaluate whether interventions are reducing risk and improving outcomes for children...

We are looking for someone who has Service Manager level experience in CP and Court. Essential Qualifications * Social Work qualification recognised by Social Work England. * Current registration with Social Work England. * Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to children’s safeguarding, court work, and leadership. Essential Experience * Substantial post-qualification experience within Children’s Social Care at Service Manager level. * Extensive experience of managing complex child protection, child in need, looked after children, and permanence cases. * Significant experience of care proceedings and pre-proceedings (Public Law Outline), including direct involvement in legal planning, case progression, court attendance, and permanence planning. * Extensive experience of providing professional advice, guidance, and challenge to social workers and managers regarding care proceedings and pre-proceedings practice. * Proven management...