4 jobs found in Newton Abbot

Our public sector client based in the South West is seeking an outstanding individual to join their senior leadership team. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the Council's financial resilience, statutory compliance and long-term sustainability. As Assistant Director of Finance, you will play a central role in the Council's corporate leadership, working closely with the wider accountancy teams to strengthen financial stewardship and support effective service delivery. You will help shape the medium- and long-term financial strategy, safeguard the integrity of statutory reporting, and provide authoritative, solutions focused advice to Members and senior officers. This role comes at a time of significant financial pressure and change across local government, offering the opportunity to influence critical decisions and help steer the organisation through an evolving and highly challenging fiscal landscape. Reporting to the Director of Finance (Section...

SW Locums are looking to fill a demand for a Social Worker required to work within a Team holding Child in Need, Child Protection and court work in Plymouth. Minimum of three days a week in the office. You must have Social Work England Registration, Right to work in the UK and Enhanced DBS issued within the pas 12 months. This is a statutory role whose primary purpose is to safeguard children and young people who have either suffered or who are likely to be at risk of suffering significant harm as defined by the Children Act 1989. This role also encompasses other statutory duties and responsibilities of Children’s Social Care as defined by legislation and guidance. To identify the full range of risks to children and help manage those risks; ensure proportionate intervention, including securing and supporting alternative homes for children, including those in and beyond public care placed with family and friends and for adoption. Undertaking assessments of need and risk; planning...

South West England Assistant Director Of Finance Hours per week: 37 Rate: £ 700 a day To prevent delays with shortlisting, please state candidates rate, availability and preferred hours on their CV/submission notes MUST BE: fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Full Advert wording attached. Hybrid working - expectation to attend office regularly County Council is seeking an exceptional senior finance leader to play a central role in safeguarding the Council's financial resilience, statutory compliance and long-term sustainability. As Assistant Director of Finance, you will play a central role in the Council's corporate leadership, working closely with the wider accountancy teams to strengthen financial stewardship and support effective service delivery. You will help shape our medium- and long-term financial strategy, safeguard the integrity of statutory reporting, and provide authoritative, solutions focused advice to Members and senior officers....

Principal Social Worker – Family Help Team Cornwall Council Pay Rate: £23.00 PAYE (exclusive of holiday pay) £29.45 LTD (inclusive of holiday pay) Location: Redruth, West Cornwall Contract: Full-time About the Role Cornwall Council is seeking a qualified and experienced Principal Social Worker to join their Family Help Team based in Redruth. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a senior role within a forward-thinking local authority that is committed to delivering high-quality services to children, young people, and their families. Cornwall’s Children and Family Services are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting welfare through effective frontline practice. You will be part of a team of innovative, motivated, and passionate professionals who are focused on achieving the best outcomes. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and expert guidance within the Family Help Team Support complex casework and decision-making to ensure high standards of practice Contribute to...