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Ria Sharma
Recruitment Consultant
I joined CRA Group in 2023 as a Resourcer and have since been promoted to Consultant, I am responsible for the company's recruitment efforts. As CRA Group continues to experience rapid growth, I am excited to play a key role in ensuring our recruitment strategy aligns with the evolving needs of the business. Alongside my team, I am committed to supporting the company's impressive growth journey and contributing to its continued success.
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Caretaker
2–3 months with a local authority Job Purpose To undertake caretaker duties including cleaning and other estate duties in partnership with the needs of residents and in accordance with management direction. Working flexibly, alone, or with other caretakers to provide an excellent caretaker service on estates as circumstances require. Key Duties/Accountabilities Reporting to the Estate Services Co-ordinator (ESC) and the Quality Assurance Officers (QAOs) who assist the ESC in caretaker management. Also liaising with management and staff at the Area Offices. The completion of daily management control information and other documentation as required. Keeping records of complaints made by tenants and reporting cases of fire, burglary, flood and other important incidents to the Area Office / Housing Department as required. Reporting contravening of tenancy regulations by tenants. Reporting of abandoned vehicles/illegal parking on the estates and liaising with Estate Service Officers and contractors as necessary. Maintaining the lighting of communal areas. Keeping keys for communal parts, meter cupboard, vacant dwellings, vacant pram sheds, etc. Essential Experience Required Some experience of cleaning or caretaking duties (paid/unpaid). Essential Qualification Required General education is essential. Additional information to note Working hours: 35 hours per week. Enhanced DBS is required for this role. Requirements Requirements Some experience of cleaning or caretaking duties (paid/unpaid) General education Enhanced DBS The role closes soon please apply ASAP.
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SENDSTART Caseworker
1 month contract with a local authority Job Purpose To support the council in meeting its statutory duties under part 3 of the Children & Families Act 2014 by overseeing and actively engaging in the development of high-quality and timely education, health, and care plans (EHCPs). Key Duties/Accountabilities Act as the main point of contact for parents/carers and young people wishing to engage in the education health care needs assessment process (EHCNA). Work closely with families, schools, and a range of service providers, including education, health, social care, and voluntary sectors. Work in partnership with schools to facilitate meaningful reviews of existing EHCPs. Ensure, through consultation, that suitable provision is identified to meet CYP’s needs and accurate recording is kept. Develop and maintain positive relationships with locality schools. Support managers, tribunal officers, and decision makers through professional and timely preparation of local authority statements and other relevant documentation required for mediation or the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST). Essential Experience Required Experience of working with CYP with special educational needs and disabilities. Experience of leading multiagency meetings. Experience of writing person-centered plans and preparing reports. Experience of communicating using a variety of different methods including the use of nonverbal communication. Experience of partnership working. Essential Qualification Required Educated to degree standard. Professional qualifications/registration as appropriate to the role. Evidence of continued professional development. Additional information to note Working hours: 36 hours per week. The role requires an enhanced DBS. Requirements Requirements Experience of working with CYP with special educational needs and disabilities Experience of leading multiagency meetings Experience of writing person-centered plans and preparing reports Experience of communicating using a variety of different methods including the use of nonverbal communication Experience of partnership working Educated to degree standard Professional qualifications/registration as appropriate to the role Evidence of continued professional development
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Programme Manager
3 months contract with a local authority Job Purpose Oversee the drug & alcohol deliverables in the drug and alcohol community treatment contract and associated improvement plan Understand, evidence and implement interventions to improve outcomes for people with alcohol addictions Drive forward activity to meet the 10 year Drug Strategy through the Combatting Drugs Partnership Key Duties/Accountabilities Support the Strategic Leadership Team to develop and deliver the Public Health and Communities Strategic plan Effectively lead your Function by building and enabling a high-performing team and managing complex programmes of work Ensure the resources made available are managed effectively, innovatively, and efficiently. Work with and influence executive level partners and develop the wider networks and partnerships that Public Health and Communities & SCC needs to enhance its services to the citizens of Suffolk Essential Experience Required Proven ability to challenge existing practice, provide leadership and make a positive contribution to the provision of services, delivering cultural change to embed the improvements whilst maintaining performance Proven leadership skills with the ability to create a vision and inspire people to deliver Proven experience of delivering services with an emphasis on quality, innovation, and efficiency Ability to recognise strengths and talents of team members to support them to realise their full potential and deliver high quality outcomes for the service Experience of leading teams through change, including motivation skills to ensure staff understand business drivers and take ownership of their responsibilities. Essential Qualification Required Suitable professional qualification at post graduate level or equivalent experience in a relevant area of work. Professional qualifications/registration as appropriate to the role. Evidence of continued professional development Additional information to note Working hours: 37 hours per week. Requirements Requirements Suitable professional qualification at post graduate level or equivalent experience in a relevant area of work Proven leadership skills with the ability to create a vision and inspire people to deliver Professional qualifications/registration as appropriate to the role Evidence of continued professional development
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Special Projects Delivery Officer
1-Month Contract with a local authority Job Purpose To provide support to the Accommodation Projects Manager in the development, implementation, and monitoring of Facilities Management special projects. This includes day-to-day management of stakeholder relationships and coordination of project progress to ensure timely completion within budget. Key Duties/Accountabilities Maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders, partner organizations, service users, and contractors. Coordinate and monitor project progress to ensure activities are completed in line with the project plan. Provide administrative support to the Accommodation Projects Manager and Building forums for FM special projects. Assist in managing day-to-day operational issues, complaints, FOIs, and Members enquiries. Support management in the preparation of management information and other reports. Essential Experience Required Demonstrable experience working in a Facilities Management environment. Essential Qualification Required Educated to Level 3 Standard or equivalent, or demonstrable relevant experience in a similar job role. Additional Information Working hours: 35 hours per week. The role closes on 4th July 2025. Requirements Requirements Experience in Facilities Management environment Education to Level 3 Standard or equivalent
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Ground Maintenance
2 Months contract with a local authority Job Purpose To deliver high-quality grounds maintenance services that contribute to a clean, safe, and sustainable environment across Monmouthshire. The role involves maintaining public open spaces, verges, schools, and contracted sites, while also supporting street services and environmental quality initiatives. Key Duties/Accountabilities Carry out grass cutting using handheld and ride-on equipment. Maintain horticultural features including shrub beds and bedding areas. Assist with grave digging and cemetery duties (with training). Mark and maintain sports facilities and undertake landscaping tasks. Perform arboriculture work and maintain open spaces. Empty litter bins and conduct litter picking on verges and hard surfaces. Respond to fly-tipping incidents and ensure proper evidence collection. Ensure vehicles and equipment are clean, safe, and used correctly. Participate in emergency response duties (e.g., flooding, snow clearance). Work flexibly, including weekends and bank holidays when required. Adhere to health and safety regulations and equal opportunities policies. Essential Experience Required Previous experience in grounds maintenance or a similar environment. Familiarity with health and safety practices and procedures. Experience working both independently and as part of a team. Essential Qualification Required Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., manual handling, machinery use). Additional information to note Working hours: 43 hours per week. Location: Llanfoist Household Waste Recycling Centre, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9AQ, United Kingdom Clean and current driving licence (HGV desirable but not essential). Requirements Requirements: Previous experience in grounds maintenance or a similar environment. Familiarity with health and safety practices and procedures. Experience working both independently and as part of a team. Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., manual handling, machinery use). Clean and current driving licence (HGV desirable but not essential).
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Social Work Team Manager
3 Months Contract with a Local Authority Job Purpose To provide strategic and operational leadership to a statutory Children’s Assessment Team, ensuring high-quality, timely, and effective responses to children and families in need. The role involves direct line management of Assistant Team Managers and oversight of social workers, with a focus on safeguarding, risk management, and supporting children to remain safely within their families and communities wherever possible. Key Duties/Accountabilities Provide direct line management and supervision to 2x Assistant Team Managers (ATMs), ensuring compliance with the council’s supervision policy. Oversee the work of a team of 6 Social Workers through the ATMs, ensuring high standards of practice, performance, and case management. Lead and support the team in completing statutory assessments, including Section 47 enquiries, Assessments for Care and Support, and Child Protection Conferences. Make autonomous decisions in complex Child Protection matters, supporting the team in managing risk and safeguarding children. Essential Experience Required Extensive post-qualification experience as a Social Worker in frontline Children and Families teams. Proven experience in managing or supervising a statutory social work team, ideally within an assessment or safeguarding context. Strong understanding of child protection legislation, statutory assessments, and court processes. Demonstrated ability to make sound, autonomous decisions in high-risk situations. Essential Qualification Required Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification. Registration with Social Care Wales (or relevant regulatory body). Additional information to note Working hours: 37.50 hours per week. Enhanced DBS check required. Requirements Requirements Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognized qualification Registration with Social Care Wales (or relevant regulatory body) Extensive post-qualification experience as a Social Worker in frontline Children and Families teams Proven experience in managing or supervising a statutory social work team, ideally within an assessment or safeguarding context Strong understanding of child protection legislation, statutory assessments, and court processes Demonstrated ability to make sound, autonomous decisions in high-risk situations
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