301 government jobs found in Birmingham

Snr. Category Manager - UK Government Contract (Outside IR35) (Apply online only)/day - Outside IR35 Hybrid Reading 9 months *Details need to remain vague at this point, due to the nature of the assignment, however some requirements that are central to the role: Experience with physical security in a highly regulated environment (ideally defence) - experience with procuring this particular category - CCTV, detection, security systems Public Sector Procurement experience (ideally PA 2023, PCR 2015 will work) Experience with setting up category strategies, sourcing strategies, tender documentation and route to market Knowledge/Experience with National Protective Security Authority | NPSA ideally 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...

Snr. Category Manager - UK Government Contract (Outside IR35) (Apply online only)/day - Outside IR35 Hybrid Reading 9 months *Details need to remain vague at this point, due to the nature of the assignment, however some requirements that are central to the role: Experience with physical security in a highly regulated environment (ideally defence) - experience with procuring this particular category - CCTV, detection, security systems Public Sector Procurement experience (ideally PA 2023, PCR 2015 will work) Experience with setting up category strategies, sourcing strategies, tender documentation and route to market Knowledge/Experience with National Protective Security Authority | NPSA ideally 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...

Commercial Strategy Lead - UK Government Contract (Apply online only)/day - Inside IR35 Hybrid London 7 months *Details need to remain vague at this point, due to the nature of the assignment, however some requirements that are central to the role: Experience developing commercial strategies and policies from complex analytical evidence. Strong project management and strategic coordination skills across multiple stakeholders and workstreams. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including building relationships with senior industry and government partners. 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 other opportunities we may have within this field. Disability...

Procurement/Commercial Transformation Lead - UK Government Contract (Apply online only) Inside IR35 Hybrid Reading 12 months *Details need to remain vague at this point, due to the nature of the assignment, however some requirements that are central to the role: Track record delivering improvement activities Procurement and purchasing experience Continuous improvement experience Procurement subject matter expertise (SME) Stakeholder engagement experience Risk management experience Change management experience Experience identifying and delivering improvement opportunities 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 other opportunities we may have within this field. Disability...

Data Architect  Client - DWP  Inside ir35  Hybrid - One to two days a month onsite to your local office  6 Months contract  Experience required  Government experience

UK Government (SC clearance is essential) Outside IR35 £450-£500 per day Hybrid - Portsmouth 3-month initial contract Active SC clearance - essential SR2 is recruiting for an experienced User Researcher to join a multidisciplinary digital team delivering user-centred services within a high-profile UK Government programme. You'll play a key role in shaping digital products by ensuring user needs remain at the heart of service design and delivery. Due to the secure nature of this work and the fast turn around required, applicants must already have active SC clearance - unfortunately we cannot put you through this if you do not already have it. Working closely with Product Managers, Designers, Developers and Delivery Managers, you'll plan and deliver a range of qualitative and quantitative research activities across the service lifecycle. You'll identify user behaviours, pain points and opportunities, translating complex findings into clear, actionable insights that influence...

Temporary Pensions Administrator Location: Birmingham Contract: 1-month temporary contract, with the possibility of extension Hours: full time ideally We are currently recruiting for an experienced Pensions Administrator to join our client on a temporary basis, initially for one month, to provide cover for a period of sickness. There is potential for the contract to be extended further. This role would suit someone with strong pensions administration experience who can hit the ground running and work independently with minimal training. Key Responsibilities Administering pension schemes and maintaining accurate employee records Processing pension-related information and ensuring records are kept up to date Working with Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) and Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Preparing and submitting monthly pension returns Ensuring pension contributions and deductions are processed accurately Responding to pension-related queries from employees...

Role: Python / Django Developer Type: 12 Months Contract Location: London / Manchester / Birmingham / Cardiff / North East, UK Working Model: Hybrid (2 days per week in Office) Payrate: £600 - £720 per Day on Inside IR35 via Umbrella What You'll Do: Lead end-to-end system design and delivery using Python and Django. Write secure, test-driven code and maintain live service performance. Work in an Agile, multidisciplinary team aligned with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards.What We Need: 5+ years experience (ideally 8-10 years). Deep technical expertise in Python & Django. Proven system design and architecture capabilities. Strong communication and collaborative problem-solving skills.Nice to Have: Previous experience with GDS standards, the public sector or secure defence environments. This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. sukkala2 @...

Hays is recruiting on behalf of a Council for an experienced Solicitor - Childcare to join their busy and supportive Safeguarding and Education Legal Team on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional to play a key role in supporting children's safeguarding services, providing specialist advice, and representing the Council in childcare proceedings. The Role The successful candidate will undertake a varied caseload covering all aspects of childcare law and safeguarding matters. You will provide expert legal advice and support to Social Care teams, Sandwell Children's Trust, officers, and elected Members, ensuring the Council meets its statutory responsibilities in relation to children at risk. Key responsibilities include: Managing all aspects of legal work relating to childcare proceedings. Advising on social care matters including early help, discharges, adoptions, child assessments, and safeguarding issues. Representing the Council...

Interim Contracts Manager - Birmingham | £500 per day (Umbrella)  We're recruiting for an experienced Interim Contracts Manager to join a major organisation in Birmingham, managing a diverse portfolio of high-value corporate contracts. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused contract management professional. You will take ownership of a portfolio of corporate contracts, ensuring suppliers deliver against contractual obligations while driving value for money, managing risk and supporting effective governance throughout the contract lifecycle. Key responsibilities include: Managing a portfolio of corporate contracts from mobilisation through to exit. Leading contract change requests through governance processes and approval frameworks. Monitoring supplier performance, spend, compliance and contractual obligations. Identifying and mitigating contract risks, implementing performance improvement plans and Early Warnings where required. Undertaking contract...

Social Worker – Child Protection Enquiry Service Location: Lifford House, Birmingham Pay Rate: £30.57 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: Agency/Temporary Hours: Full-time (Hybrid Working) Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding children and supporting families? We're recruiting for a Social Worker to join the South Child Protection Enquiry Service in Birmingham, based at Lifford House. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dedicated safeguarding team, progressing plans for children and young people who are subject to Section 47 (S47) Child Protection enquiries. The role offers hybrid working, combining office and home working, with attendance required on team days and allocated duty days. The Role As a Social Worker within the Child Protection Enquiry Service, you will manage a caseload of children and young people, undertaking statutory assessments and coordinating multi-agency interventions to safeguard those at risk of...

Senior Social Work Lead Practitioner Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Pay Rate: £30.57 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: Agency/Temporary Hours: Full-time Are you an experienced Social Worker looking to take the next step in your career? We are recruiting for a Senior Social Work Lead Practitioner to join a well-established team in Birmingham Children's Trust, based in the Hodge Hill District. This is an excellent opportunity to lead on complex child and family work, champion high-quality practice, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people and their families. The Role As a Senior Social Work Lead Practitioner, you will take the lead in supporting children and families through Child in Need and Family Help interventions. You will work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver effective, child-centred plans, ensuring children receive the right support at the right time. You will play a key role in managing complex cases, leading multi-agency...

Job Opportunity – Interim ASC Payments & Billing Officer – West Midlands A local authority client of mine are seeking an Interim ASC Payments & Billing Officer to join their Adult Social Care Finance team on a 9-12 month contract basis. Job Role: Interim ASC Payments & Billing Officer Contract Duration: 9-12 Months Rate: DOE IR35: Inside IR35. Hybrid: 3-4 days in office per week for the first month, thereafter this can reduce down to 1 day in office per week. Free parking is available. Days: 5 days per week (could possibly consider 4 days per week). Earliest Start Date: ASAP Main duties: * Payments: * Payments to providers in the main ASC team. * Transactional invoice processing. * Analysing invoices to make sure that the commissioned hours matches. * Customer facing, answering client calls and responding to client email queries in relation to invoices. * Contacting house duty teams to query care plans. * Maintaining...

Your new company A fantastic opportunity has been registered for an Interim Head of Financial Planning (MTFP) within a Local Government Authority based in the West Midlands. This role offers the chance to shape and influence the financial future of a major council, reporting directly to the Director of Finance and acting as a trusted advisor to Members, the Corporate Leadership Team, and Directorate Heads of Finance. Your new role Your role as Interim Head of Financial Planning (MTFP), you will play a central role in shaping how financial resources are managed across all areas of this large public sector organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you leading a talented team of 3, focused on providing insightful analysis, robust reporting, and strategic advice that supports both immediate operational needs and long-term ambitions. You will work closely with senior leaders to ensure that all financial planning activities, from budget setting to monitoring, are executed...

Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council for an experienced Forestry Officer / Tree Surveyor to support their Forestry Service during a period of transition. This is a flexible contract opportunity, primarily site-based across Solihull, with a pay rate of £36 per hour. The assignment is ongoing with an immediate start available. Please see a high-level overview of the role below: * Carry out tree inspections, condition assessments and risk surveys across the borough Undertake BS5837 surveys in support of highways, infrastructure and development projects * Produce arboricultural reports, recommendations and technical advice relating to tree management and potential tree removal * Support planning, construction and environmental projects by assessing the impact of development on trees and woodland assets * Investigate and respond to tree-related service requests from the public and council departments * Liaise with...

About the Role Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join our well-established Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly supportive and collaborative safeguarding environment where children and families receive the right help at the right time. Rate: £30.57 per hour (Umbrella) As a Senior Social Worker within MASH, you will play a key role in ensuring effective safeguarding arrangements for children and young people by working closely with partner agencies and making timely, informed decisions. Key responsibilities include: Screening and reviewing incoming referrals Applying threshold guidance effectively to ensure appropriate interventions Making timely decisions within MASH timescales Contributing to multi-agency safeguarding processes and decision-making Attending and contributing to strategy discussions Presenting information clearly and...

About the Role Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Children's Senior Practitioner to join its Safeguarding Service. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled social work professional with strong experience across Child in Need, Child Protection, Public Law Outline, Care Proceedings, and Adoption. The successful candidate will provide effective help and protection to children, young people, families, and carers, while supporting the development of high-quality social work practice across the team. This role combines complex casework responsibilities with practice leadership, supervision, and mentoring of frontline practitioners. Key Responsibilities Undertake assessments, planning, interventions, and direct work with children and families. Manage a complex caseload involving CIN, CP, PLO, Care Proceedings, and Adoption work. Lead safeguarding investigations and attend strategy meetings, child protection conferences, reviews, and other statutory meetings. Complete...

Qualified Social Worker - Learning Disability Team Location: Walsall Council Contract: 12 Weeks Hours: 37 Hours per Week Pay Rate: £28.40 per Hour (Umbrella) Working Arrangement: Hybrid (Office-based 2 days per week) About the Role Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join its Learning Disability Team. This role requires a dedicated professional who is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred social work services, promoting independence, and supporting adults with learning disabilities to achieve positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities Practice within current legislation, statutory guidance, and Walsall Council policies and procedures. Undertake strengths-based assessments that promote self-determination, independence, empowerment, and community resilience. Co-produce care and support plans with service users, including agreeing financial contributions where required. Regularly review care and support plans to ensure...

Your new role Are you registered with a supply agency that isn't approved to work with local MATs? From September, some schools and Multi Academy Trusts will only be able to engage supply staff through approved framework suppliers. If you're planning to teach in South Warwickshire primary schools this academic year, now is the time to make sure you're registered with the right partner. Why choose Hays Education?✅ Approved supplier through the Government Commercial Agreement (GCA) Framework✅ Access to opportunities across South Warwickshire primary schools✅ Day-to-day, short-term and long-term teaching roles available✅ EYFS, KS1 and KS2 opportunities✅ Weekly pay✅ Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle✅ A dedicated consultant with over 9 years' experience supporting local schools and teachers✅ Strong relationships with Headteachers, Business Managers and Trust leaders across the region Don't leave your September work to chanceEvery year we speak to teachers who discover too...

Elective Home Education (EHE) Officer Agency Contract | Full-Time | Start ASAP We Do Social Work is recruiting an experienced Elective Home Education (EHE) Officer to join Coventry City Council on an interim basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring children educated outside of mainstream school receive a suitable education while promoting their safety, wellbeing, and positive outcomes. The Role As an EHE Officer, you will lead on the effective monitoring of Elective Home Education cases, ensuring the Local Authority fulfils its statutory responsibilities. Working closely with families, schools and partner agencies, you will support children and young people while ensuring robust safeguarding practices are maintained. Key Responsibilities Lead on the effective monitoring and oversight of Elective Home Education (EHE) cases. Maintain accurate records and reporting systems to ensure statutory compliance. Develop and improve EHE policies,...