19 Public Sector and Government jobs

Ensuring that children and young people in Buckinghamshire reach their potential is the primary focus of our Education service. We aim to provide inclusive and life-long learning opportunities for all our young people and are always seeking professionals to join us to strengthen the services we deliver. Our key priorities include: Improving the quality and timeliness of Education, Health and Care Plans, and the support families of children with SEND receive High-quality early years and school places for children in Buckinghamshire Reducing the number of exclusions both permanent and fixed term Providing the children of Buckinghamshire with the highest quality education possible We have several Education opportunities available in both school and non-school settings. To view our available vacancies and find out more, click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Join us to be part of our journey!

We are looking for talented and driven individuals to help us achieve the best outcomes for our children, young people and families in Buckinghamshire. One of our key priorities includes continuing to protect vulnerable children and young people from harm, whilst sustaining an environment where social work practice can thrive. Through our vital work with our partners, including The Buckinghamshire Safeguarding Children’s Partnership, we continue to improve our collective response to children and young people who have been exposed to domestic abuse, exploitation, substance misuse and mental health issues. No matter what role you take on in our Children’s services, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to supporting children and their families to achieve their full potential. To view our available vacancies and find out more, click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Buckinghamshire Council encourages its staff to take control of their work-life balance. We provide lots of rewards and...

This is a very exciting time to join our Adults and Health directorate. Our ambition is to enable people to live independently for longer and reduce dependency on services, and the integration of adult social care, public health, housing, and regulatory services allows us to develop an integrated approach to services that will better support our residents. After all, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We have a wide range of roles available in Adults and Health, including Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and Commissioning Officers. To view our available vacancies and find out more, click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Buckinghamshire Council encourages its staff to take control of their work-life balance. We provide lots of rewards and benefits, including: A generous annual leave allowance An attractive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Travel discounts with Arriva and Chiltern Railways Access to health and wellbeing services Discounts on...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 16 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday) Have GCSE at Grade C/4-5 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 2/Scottish National 5 in English Language and GCSE at Grade C/4-5 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 2/Scottish National 5 in Maths Be a UK citizen or have dual UK/other nationality. Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training Meet the health and fitness criteria Pass the   Airmen Selection Test Pass a Fitness test - Detail below TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES The coordination of airspace, military and civilian aircraft and airfield operations. Be a key member of the Air Traffic Control and Station Operations teams in direct support to Air Operations Controllers, Air & Space Operations Managers and Air Operations (Systems) Officers. Management of mission planning systems and aeronautical data to support aircrew in peacetime and conflict. TRAINING YOU’LL RECEIVE Your career will start with a 10-week Basic Recruit...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 16 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday) Have GCSE at Grade C/4-5 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 2/Scottish National 5 in English Language and GCSE at Grade C/4-5 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 2/Scottish National 5 in Maths Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the holder of dual UK/other nationality Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training Meet the health and fitness criteria Pass the   Airman Selection Test Pass a Fitness test TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in the scrambling of Quick Reaction Alert Typhoon jets to intercept suspect aircraft. Keep watch for foreign missile launches and monitor foreign surveillance satellites to warn friendly forces they may be being observed from space. Monitor and identify all aircraft flying within UK airspace and throughout NW Europe. TRAINING YOU’LL RECEIVE Your career will start with a 10-week Basic Recruit Training Course at RAF Halton in Buckinghamshire. The...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 16 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday) Applications can be submitted from age 15 years and 9 months Have GCSE at Grade C/4-5 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 2/Scottish National 5 (Grade A–C) in English Language and Maths. (Waivers may be considered for professional qualifications and experience) Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth Citizen since birth Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training Meet the health and fitness criteria Pass the   Airmen Selection Test Pass a Fitness test   TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Advising on and administering; pay and allowances; movements, travel and accommodation; performance appraisals. Preparing RAF personnel for deployment to operations and military exercises and supporting them throughout, often deploying with and working alongside them. TRAINING YOU’LL RECEIVE Your career will start...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 16 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday) GCSE Grade C/Grade 4 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 2/Scottish National 5 (Grade A – C) in English, Maths & Science/Tech based subject Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth Commit to minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training Pass the   Airman Selection Test Pass a Fitness test   TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Use manual and computer-operated machinery like drilling, milling, cutting and forming equipment Manufacture or modify aircraft parts to strict standards Consult with Aircraft Technicians on the best methods of component removal and fitting TRAINING YOU'LL RECEIVE Your career will start with 10 weeks of basic recruit training at RAF Halton in Buckinghamshire. The course is designed to help you adjust to military life. As well as fitness and military training, you...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 17 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday) No qualifications required but you will need to meet the relevant AST score for the role Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training Have a provisional unrestricted UK Driving Licence Pass the   Airmen Selection Test Pass a Fitness test   TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Check in passengers and cargo flying out on operations Operate a forklift and other vehicles to load freight for transport Plan loads using logistical IT systems Opportunity to drive and operate specialist aircraft handling equipment TRAINING YOU’LL RECEIVE Your career will start with a 10-week Basic Recruit Training Course at RAF Halton in Buckinghamshire. The course is designed to help you adjust to a military environment. As well as fitness and military...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 16 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday) Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, holder of a dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen from birth Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training Pass the   Airmen Selection Test Pass a Fitness test   TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Deliver equipment to the operational front line Use computerised accounting techniques, storage methods and equipment handling Work on airfield fuel installations or in specialist storage areas TRAINING YOU’LL RECEIVE Your career will start with a 10-week Basic Recruit Training Course at RAF Halton in Buckinghamshire. The course is designed to help you adjust to a military environment. As well as fitness and military training, you’ll also learn about the RAF lifestyle. SPECIALIST TRAINING Continuing at MOD Worthy Down, you will enter the challenging specialist trade training environment. The...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 17.5 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday) Have GCSE at Grade C/4-5 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 2/Scottish National 5 in English Language, Maths and three other subjects You must be a citizen of the United Kingdom or holder of dual UK/other nationality Commit to a minimum of 3 years post Phase 2 Specialist Training Meet the health and fitness criteria Pass a Fitness test   TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate air traffic to and from military airfields. Become part of the team that order Typhoon jets to scramble and intercept suspect aircraft. Control fighter, bomber, surveillance, refuelling and even unmanned aircraft as they support missions at home and overseas. Work alongside civilian controllers as an Area Radar Controller making sure military aircraft don’t clash with civilian airliners. Give specialist battlespace management support to both UK and international missions around the world. Go away on military...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 17.5 – 32 (Must attest before 33rd birthday) Have GCSEs at Grade C/4 or SNE at Grade 5 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 2/SNE 5 in English and Maths and at least three other subjects. You must be a citizen of the United Kingdom since birth Must have resided in the UK for at least 7 years immediately preceding application Your parents/spouse must currently have UK citizenship Commit to minimum 12 years service Pass the Officer and Aircrew Selection Centre Pass a Fitness test   TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Interpret foreign transmissions in real time Provide up-to-date intelligence to military commanders TRAINING YOU’LL RECEIVE Your career will start with the 10-week Basic Recruit Training Course (BRTC) at RAF Halton in Buckinghamshire. The course is designed to help you adjust to a military environment.  As well as fitness and military training, you will also learn about the RAF lifestyle. Following the Basic Recruit Training...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 17.5 - 32 years old (Must attest before 33rd birthday) Have GCSEs at Grade C/4 or SNE at Grade 5 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 2/SNE 5 in English and Maths and at least three other subjects. Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or holder of dual UK/other nationality Pass the Officer and Aircrew Selection Centre Pass a Fitness test  Candidates must be able to swim TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES As a WSOp Crewman (Cmn) on the helicopter force you will be integral to a small crew that operates in demanding environments, providing direct support to battlefield operations, taking the fight to the enemy whilst having the versatility to support medical evacuation, humanitarian and peace support operations. The role is physically demanding and rewarding because you will be relied upon within your crew to have a deep knowledge of aircraft systems and tactics whilst working very closely with all units and agencies to deliver on operations. As a WSOp...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 16 – 47 (Must attest before 48th birthday) Applications can be submitted from age 15 years and 9 months No formal qualifications required Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training Meet the health and fitness criteria Pass the   Airmen Selection Test Pass a Fitness test TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provide forward air control and ground combat support in deployed operations Train other RAF personnel in defensive military skills Support various Special Forces units TRAINING YOU’LL RECEIVE Your career will start with a 10-week Basic Recruit Training Course at RAF Halton in Buckinghamshire. The course is designed to help you adjust to a military environment. As well as fitness and military training, you’ll also learn about the RAF lifestyle. SPECIALIST TRAINING Upon successful...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 16 – 47 (Must attest before 48th birthday) No formal qualifications required For qualified entry please see requirements below Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training Pass the   Airmen Selection Test Pass a Fitness test TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare meals in RAF messes Order, store and account for food Help plan menus for everyday meals and VIP occasions Prepare in-flight meals for cabin crew and passengers TRAINING YOU’LL RECEIVE Your career will start with a 10-week Basic Recruit Training Course (BRTC) at RAF Halton in Buckinghamshire. The course is designed to help you adjust to a military environment. As well as fitness and military training, you’ll also learn about the RAF lifestyle. SPECIALIST TRAINING If you are joining with little or no catering...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 17 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday) Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth To meet RAF residency requirements, you should have been a UK Resident for a minimum of five years immediately preceding application, and have spent no more than 28 days per year outside the UK within those five years. UK residents of less than five years, or those who have spent more than 28 days per year outside the UK will require more eligibility checks. Commit to minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training Have a provisional UK DVLA driving licence with no penalty points or driving bans - See full details below Meet the fitness and health criteria Pass the   Airmen Selection Test Pass a Fitness test   TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Drive a range of vehicles throughout the UK, Europe and on worldwide operational deployment or field...

APPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 17.5 -47 (Must attest before 48th birthday) Perform to a minimum Grade 8 standard as defined by the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music or equivalent; current instrumental vacancies include Violin, Viola, Oboe, Clarinet, Cornet, Tuba and Percussion Have GCSE at Grade G/1-3 or SCE Standard Grades at Grade 6/Scottish National 4 in English language Be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, holder of dual UK/other nationality or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training Meet the health and fitness criteria Pass a Fitness test TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Perform at concert halls, graduation ceremonies and military parades Play dance music, chamber repertoire, military marches, symphonic concerts and jazz Provide musical support for events like dinners, dances and visits by Heads of State TRAINING YOU’LL RECEIVE Your career will start with a 10-week...

PPLICANTS MUST: Be aged 16 – 47 years old (Must attest before 48th birthday) Applications can be submitted from age 15 years and 9 months GCSE Grade C/Grade 4 in English, Maths and preferably Science - See full details below You must be a citizen of the United Kingdom or dual UK/Other nationality Whether or not you were born in the United Kingdom, you should have resided there for the 5 years immediately preceding your application. Commit minimum 3 years post Phase Two Training (or 4 years if in receipt of the £5k Joining Bonus) after specialist training. Pass the   Airmen Selection Test Pass a Fitness test TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Manage equipment like Tactical Satellite Systems Protect and defend the RAFs Cyberspace Set up communication and control systems for operations and exercises Provide Mission Support System Capabilities to next-generation aircraft TRAINING YOU’LL RECEIVE Your career will start with a 10-week Basic Recruit Training...

Prisoner Custody Officer Buckingham Vehicle Base Full Time, Permanent, 40 Hours £21,415.55   Could you take someone from confusion to clarity? Could you take them from confrontational to calm? Could you take somebody from secluded to supported? Do you want to make a difference every day?   If so, then a Prisoner Custody Officer position could be the role for you   What we offer · £21,415.55 per annum · Up to 6% contributory pension scheme · Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships. · A safe and supportive culture · The chance to make a positive difference to the prison and court systems · A company passionate about diversity and inclusion   It’s not easy being trusted with the safety and security of someone about to go to court - but it is...

Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre Twinwoods Business Park, Bedford MK44 2FQ Full time 42 hours Salary – £24,000 - £26,000 (Depending on Relevant Experience) Yarl’s Wood Immigration Detention Centre will be transitioning from housing females to become a predominantly male holding facility. Here at Serco we’re looking for Detention Custody Officers to join our team responsible for providing a safe and supportive environment for people being detained due to their immigration status. Within the centre we accommodate an everchanging population from a variety of backgrounds, all with different faiths, beliefs and cultural values. It can be an important and often stressful point in their lives, so you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring that the arrival process is as worry-free as possible and that they continue to access the support they need throughout their detention. This covers a range of on-site services we offer that you’ll help...