We work with local authorities and businesses across Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes to fill temporary and permanent jobs in a range of sectors including, business support & administration, social care and management, amongst many others.
Our current and most frequently filled roles are listed below, but we also regularly fill more ad-hoc roles, so if you don’t see the job for you below, please get in touch and one of our consultants will be glad to help you find a role that suits you.
As a Business Officer for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, your key priority is to support the team by covering all aspects of administration to deliver a more effective and efficient service. Working from home/Stanton
We are currently recruiting for a Finance and Officer Coordinator to help provide efficient and effective business support to Clare Lodge in meeting its business objectives. This role will be based at Clare Lodge which is a secure Children’s
We are looking for someone to provide a comprehensive monitoring and contract management service that focuses upon the quality of support and care within the Council commissioned services for vulnerable adults (Learning Disability & Autism),
We are looking for someone to provide a comprehensive monitoring and contract management service that focuses upon the quality of support and care within the Council commissioned services for communities and wellbeing, as part of a larger
We are looking for someone to provide a comprehensive monitoring and contract management service that focuses upon the quality of support and care within the Council commissioned services for vulnerable adults (Mental Health), carers and
Opus East are recruiting for a Senior Building Control Surveyor on behalf of Peterborough City Council, with ideally considerable experience in a local authority building control service. Preferably knowledge and experience of plan checking,
Opus East are recruiting for an Occupational Therapist on behalf of Peterborough City Council.
Opus East are recruiting for a Speech & Language Therapist for Adults with Learning Disabilities on behalf of Peterborough City Council
The post holder will provide assessment of adults and older people with a visual impairment living in the community. The role will identify the need for specialist interventions which will include rehabilitation, simple and complex equipment needs
We are recruiting on behalf of Peterborough City Council a Cemeteries and Crematorium Technician, to provide assistance with grounds maintenance and horticulture duties at the crematorium.
Peterborough City Council and Cambridgeshire County Council deliver a range of evidence based parenting programmes (EBPP) across the county. The Local Authority is required to collate all participation and report data through the Mental Health
Peterborough City Council required a temporary market manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the city market. Reporting to the programme manager you will also assist them with the relocation of current traders on the
Opus People Solutions are seeking Covid-19 Mobile test site operatives in and around the Cambridgeshire area. You will be responsible for supporting the Covid-19 test mobile unit through a range of duties on a rota basis including offering
As an Engage Lead at Northampton Saints Foundation (Ipswich Hub), you will be responsible for helping the Foundation grow using the values of rugby to positively impact young people in our Engage programme. The successful candidate will be honest,
As a Student Mentor at Northampton Saints Foundation (Ipswich Hub), you will be responsible for helping the Foundation grow using the values of rugby to positively impact young people in our Engage programme. The successful candidate will be honest,
As a Brokerage Officer for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, you will focus on the Discharge to Assess (D2A) service across three acute sites (Addenbrookes, Hinchingbrooke and Peterborough City Hospital) to coordinate care
Opus People Solutions are currently recruiting for Mobile Covid-19 Test Site Managers to lead and manage pop up testing sites across Cambridgeshire. The Test Site Manager is responsible for the overall on-site operations of the mobile test site,
As a Senior Public Health Manager for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, your key priority is to provide specialist public health input into the system’s strategic plans of the County Council and wider partners, to ensure
Opus Northamptonshire on behalf of West Northamptonshire Council is looking for a Caretaker to be based at The Abbey Advice and Resource Centre, Market Square, Daventry NN11 4XG. This opportunity is for an initial 12 weeks with a possibility to go
This is the time when you can make a real difference in other people’s lives. Helping vulnerable people is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding jobs you could do. Help bring smiles to the faces of residents by working as a Fixed Location
Planning Enforcement Manager (South Area) WNC Opus Northamptonshire on behalf of West Northamptonshire Council is looking for an experienced Planning Enforcement Manager to join South Area Strategy and Commissioning Directorate, Development
This is a fantastic role within the community that can make a huge difference in people’s lives. This job is very rewarding and fulfilling and would be a great experience. As a Community Support Worker you will be helping vulnerable people in
This job is working in a busy kitchen assisting the chef, producing a range of foods from breakfasts through to lunch and dinner, including snacks and drinks. You will be assisting with the deliveries to the kitchen from outside suppliers, ensuring
We are seeking a Financial Assessment Team Administrator who is motivated by positive results. During this role, you will complete financial invoices and work as a team to ensure that the business is running efficiently. This will provide you
We are seeking a Recruitment Consultant to join our expanding team at Opus People Solutions. We work with local authorities and businesses across Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes to fill temporary and permanent jobs in a
Opus Northamptonshire on behalf of West Northamptonshire Council is looking for two experienced Pensions Officers to join Pensions Service Team. Both posts are full- time, working from home available, initially for 6 months. Job Purpose: To
As a Fostering Business Officer for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, you will be providing administrative support to the Fostering Service to help deliver a more effective and efficient customer focused service. Working
Opus Teach are a supply agency based in Ipswich, who are wholly owned by Suffolk County Council. We are currently recruiting for a Science Teacher to work full-time with one of our partnered schools in the mid-Suffolk area. We are looking for a
Opus Teach are a supply agency based in Ipswich, who are wholly owned by Suffolk County Council. We are currently recruiting for a Food Technology Teacher to work full-time with one of our partnered schools in the mid-Suffolk area. We are looking
Opus Teach is a supply agency based in Ipswich, which is wholly owned by Suffolk County Council, currently recruiting for a TA for a great primary school in Ipswich who are in need of an experienced TA who is able to support a pupil with challenging
Opus Teach are a supply agency based in Ipswich, who are wholly owned by Suffolk County Council. We are currently recruiting for a Business Studies Teacher to work full-time with one of our partnered schools in the mid-Suffolk area. We are looking
Opus Teach are a supply agency based in Ipswich, who are wholly owned by Suffolk County Council, currently recruiting for Teaching Assistants and HLTA’s to work in schools located across Suffolk & Cambridgeshire. We are looking for reliable,
We are seeking a Newly Qualified Social Worker that has completed their AYSE year and are keen to be in permanent employment. Make a difference at NCT, all whilst having the luxury of being mentored and support by an experienced Service manager or
We are looking for 2 experienced hands-on social workers who have an exceptional understanding of intake and assessment/front end, who can develop and support the newly qualified social workers as their caseload increases. We would look for you to
Opus Northamptonshire on behalf of West Northamptonshire Council is looking for 4 Transport Planners to assess, plan, implement, monitor and review requests for transport and ensure that the service meets the demands and specialist requirements of
Opus Northamptonshire on behalf of West Northamptonshire Council is looking for five Customer Information Officer Trainees to join Customer Service Team in The Guildhall, NN1 1DE. This is a full- time, office- based role. Possible temp to perm-
As an unqualified Adult Social Care Practitioner, you will work within one or more area teams in a particular geographical area of Suffolk and you will carry out asset-based assessments/reviews under the Care Act 2014. You will also advise customers
This is the time when you can make a real difference in other people’s lives. Helping vulnerable people is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding jobs you could do. Help people return home to live their lives as they can by joining the
This is the time when you can make a real difference in other people’s lives. Helping vulnerable people is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding jobs you could do. Help people return home to live their lives as they can by joining the
This is the time when you can make a real difference in other people’s lives. Helping vulnerable people is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding jobs you could do. Help bring smiles to the faces of residents by working as an office based
To ensure the physical environment of the Home meets the required standards of cleanliness for the needs of the Home and residents and to meet National Standards for Children’s Home’s. Training, DBS and referencing will need to be
Opus Teach are looking to take on an Educational Consultant/Ex-Headteacher to assist with our in-depth interview process for our supply teachers. As we expand rapidly across counties from Suffolk into Cambridgeshire, we are looking for individual
This is the time when you can make a real difference in other people’s lives. Helping vulnerable people is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding jobs you could do. Help bring smiles to the faces of customers by working as a Business Support
This is the time when you can make a real difference in other people’s lives. Helping vulnerable people is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding jobs you could do. Help bring smiles to the faces of residents by working as a Night Care
This is the time when you can make a real difference in other people’s lives. Helping vulnerable people is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding jobs you could do. Help bring smiles to the faces of residents by working as a Reablement Support
Opus Northamptonshire on behalf of North Northamptonshire Council is looking for a qualified EHO with environmental protection experience (especially nuisance complaints) and an acoustics qualification (either the Institute of Acoustics Diploma in
We are seeking a Temporary Senior Information Governance Administrator to provide administrative support within North Northamptonshire Council. The overall purpose of this job is to provide an administrative, secretarial and executive support
We are looking for a Health and Wellbeing Project Officer to support the coordination of the Health and Wellbeing projects across the L.A., the wider partnership and the community. This is an 18 month, fixed term contract.
We are looking for a Partnership Programme Manager for a L.A. to support the Head of Housing and Community Services and Head of Partnership to build relationships with key partners and lead on the development of a local programme of work to deliver
Opus Teach are currently recruiting for experienced teachers to help teach and support the educational needs of children from 7-17 years old. This is a unique teaching opportunity within a children’s (female only) home based in Peterborough,
Opus Teach are working with a secondary school in the High Suffolk area to recruit a permanent Food Technology Teacher, starting September 2021. The purpose of the role is to support the development and teaching of Food Technology to KS 4
To ensure the physical environment of the Home meets the required standards of cleanliness for the needs of the Home and residents and to meet National Standards for Children’s Home’s. Training, DBS and referencing will need to be
Opus Northamptonshire on behalf of East Northamptonshire Council is looking for Environmental Health Officer with Food Inspection Qualifications and Experience. Duties: Involve the inspection of commercial premises for all environmental health
Are you an ‘outstanding’ secondary teacher looking for day to day, short term or long term supply work in secondary schools in Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas? Do you have a passion for KS3/4/5 and a strong understanding of the
Are you an outstanding teacher looking for day to day, short term or long term supply work in primary schools across Cambridgeshire? Do you have a passion for EYFS/KS1/KS2 and a strong understanding of the National Curriculum? Are you a qualified
As a Business Officer for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, your key priority is to provide and own administrative support within the service and where required across the organisation; Together with supporting and liaising
As a Paralegal for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, your key priority is to support and manage a caseload of inquest files. Working from home / Scott House, Huntingdon
As a Flood Risk Officer, working for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, you will carry out and publish winter 2020/21 LLFA flood risk investigations as required under section 19 of the Flood and Water Management Act 2010 and
As a Corporate Policy Manager working for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus East, you will be responsible for managing policy projects and leading the development of high-quality policy and strategy practice across the Council. Working
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Advisor to work for Suffolk County Council in a senior capacity within the Payroll team, you will directly report to the Payroll Manager and responsible for providing effective, efficient and proactive
As a Public Health information Analyst, working for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus East, you will assist in the delivery of a comprehensive public health information analysis service to Peterborough City Council (PCC), Cambridgeshire
We have an exciting opportunity for a finance assistant to join our team at Opus People Solutions. As Finance Assistant you will support the finance department by completing clerical and accounting tasks, maintaining reports and completing
As a Site Facilities Officer for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, your key priority is to ensure that all our accommodation facilities at non-school operational properties are fit for purpose by ensuring the productivity
We are seeking a Recruitment Consultant to join our expanding team at Opus. We are looking for an experienced 360 recruiter who can evidence a strong track record of delivering permanent recruitment solutions to the private sector. As a Recruitment
We are seeking a Duty Manager for an exciting position at Brentwood Leisure Centre and Community Halls. You will be responsible for the management of colleagues on shift whilst on duty. Supporting with the day to day running of the the centre,
Opus are searching for a Membership Manager for Brentwood Leisure Centre. You should be able to organise development, membership activities, and customer relationships through out your work. Leading a busy team, you will take an active lead in the
We are looking for an NPLQ Trainer Assessor for on-going training and development of lifeguards at Brentwood Leisure Centre. As a NPLQ Trainer Assessor, you’ll deliver NPLQ training sessions to staff in accordance with standards, liaising with the
Opus are looking for a part time/temporary Swimming Teacher for Brentwood Leisure Centre to work 1-2 hours per week on a casual basis but able to cover in any absence (including holidays). These hours are likely to increase throughout the year. You
On behalf of Suffolk County Council, Opus People Solutions are seeking a Business Support Officer to undertake a comprehensive range of administrative duties to support the efficient delivery of services to the Practice, Development and Quality
We are seeking a temporary Youth Justice Service Practitioner to work for the Children and Young People Services within Suffolk County Council. The responsibility of the Children and Young People’s Directorate (CYP) is to ensure the safety,
Opus Teach are a supply agency based in Ipswich, who are wholly owned by Suffolk County Council, currently recruiting for supply teachers in schools located across Suffolk. We are looking for reliable, professional and dedicated secondary school
Opus Teach are a supply agency based in Ipswich, who are wholly owned by Suffolk County Council, currently recruiting for supply teachers in schools located across Suffolk. We are looking for reliable, professional and dedicated primary school
We are seeking Care Technology Advisors to join a team for an exciting new care technology contract in Suffolk. We are looking for highly motivated individuals who can help in their mission to improve people’s quality of life and independence
After a very busy start to 2021, Opus People Solutions are looking for a Recruitment Consultant to join our expanding team. We are looking for an experienced 360 recruiter who can evidence a strong track record of delivering permanent recruitment
As an Isolation Support Advisor for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire you will carry out telephone interviews and provide advice on self-isolation and the sources of community support that are available for residents who have
Opus People Solutions Ltd. have been established since 2014 and provide temporary and interim resourcing solutions for public sector and educational organisations across the UK. Our vision is to be the recruiter of choice within the public sector in
We’re currently recruiting for a Registered Manager with experience in Elderly Care, preferably with knowledge of specialist care and reablement services. Our client’s lovely home is looking to appoint a new manager on a permanent basis,
We are seeking a Senior Business Support Assistant to provide temporary administrative support to a project within Community Occupational Therapy at Milton Keynes Council. As part of this project you will be working on a backlog of referrals with an
Opus Milton Keynes is recruiting on behalf of Milton Keynes Council for a Cleaner/Caretaking Assistant. We are looking for someone with previous cleaning experience, that is able to travel to multiple sites each day to carry out basic cleaning
To ensure that all referrals, assessments and care plans for children in need, in care and care leavers and the assessments of and support to Milton Keynes foster carers and adopters are carried out and implemented effectively to improve the
We’re seeking a permanent RGN to join an experienced, hard working team based in Turn Furlong, Northamptonshire. A full time, night only position is going to be available from mid-March, and the home is looking to appoint someone on a
We’re seeking a fitness instructor to provide a first-class fitness programme along with other fitness colleagues ensuring the facility and all colleagues provide a quality customer experience.
We’re seeking a customer service assiatnt to provide a quality customer experience that delivers efficient, helpful and friendly service to customers of Brentwood Leisure Centre whilst identifying opportunities to increase their visit
As a SEN Casework Officer for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus you will work closely with children and young people with complex SEN and their families, schools, colleges and external agencies, providing advice and guidance, as part of a
One of Cambridgeshire County Council children’s homes are looking for exceptional, hands-on and energetic Assistant Residential Workers to help change lives of their residents. Your main role will be: To be part of a team supporting children
We are currently supporting in the recruitment of social workers within the newly established Northamptonshire Children’s Trust. Northamptonshire Children’s Trust is building a journey of improvement for Children’s services in
We are seeking a Health Visitor to work for the children and young people service within Suffolk County Council. The responsibility of the children and young people (CYP) services is to ensure the safety, wellbeing and learning of children and young
We’re seeking a Recreation Attendant/ Lifeguard to be responsible for assisting in maintaining a safe, clean and pleasant environment for customers of Brentwood Leisure Centre and provide a high standard of customer care. Must have NPLQ
We are looking for experienced children’s social workers to join the Family Support Team in Milton Keynes. The Family Support Team is made up of ASYE, Social Workers and Senior Practitioners there is a Deputy Team Manager and a Team
We are looking to speak with Qualified Social Workers and Consultant Social Workers to join Northamptonshire County Councils Duty and Assessment Team (DAAT) to support young people and their families to ensure the welfare of children and young
We are currently looking to recruit temporary support workers/ care assistants to offer support to local care homes in Northamptonshire. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, enthusiastic, kind and someone who loves working with the elderly.
We are seeking an HR Advisor to join Suffolk County Council on a 6 months basis provide professional employee relations casework support and advice to customers.
We are seeking a Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) to join Milton Keynes Council’s safeguarding team. As a LADO you will have a statutory duty to establish, manage, promote and scrutinise structures and processes in relation to allegations
We are looking for an experienced HR + Compliance Manager to lead our clients HR department across multiple sites. This is a diverse role that incorporates HR, Compliance and Health + Safety. The ideal candidate would have a career history within
We are looking for a Regulatory Unit [Environmental Health] Practitioner for Milton Keynes Council. For the temporary posts we are looking for a motivated Environmental Health Practitioner to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. They will
We are seeking an Independence and Wellbeing Advisor to be responsible for a seamless transition between day and night services enabling Suffolk County Council to fulfil its statutory duties to vulnerable adults, children and families. This role
We are currently looking for support workers to work in residential care homes in Corby, Northampton.
We are seeking experienced Qualified Social Workers for locum assignments across various teams in Cambridgeshire County Council Adult’s Services. We are looking for committed and enthusiastic professionals to deliver and provide social work
We are looking for experienced qualified social workers, who are passionate about supporting communities and improving the lives of adults for locum assignments across various teams in Milton Keynes Council. Register with us today to receive
We have exciting opportunities for experienced qualified social workers to join Milton Keynes Council’s Children’s Service for locum assignments across various teams. We are seeking social workers who are committed to supporting
We are seeking experienced qualified social workers for locum social work assignments across various teams in Adult Social Services. If you are a dedicated social worker, who is passionate about providing social work services to vulnerable adults to
We are working with Northamptonshire Children’s Trust to recruit a number of fully experienced Qualified Social Workers to deliver social work services to young people and families in Northamptonshire to ensure the welfare of children and
We are currently looking for enthusiastic, motivated and experienced social workers to join the diverse and supportive children’s services at Cambridgeshire County Council. If you are a confident Social Worker looking for a role where you can
Opus are looking for experienced Team Managers to lead and manage the area social work teams to deliver the highest standards of social care, re-ablement, mental health and therapy services for the people of Milton Keynes. The purpose of the role is
We’re seeking Educational Psychologists to undertake assessments in schools across Suffolk. Contact us today at [email protected] for more information.
We are seeking a Residential Children’s Support Practitioner to work as part of a team within a children’s home, providing day-to-day support for some of the most vulnerable children in the county.
We have exciting opportunities for experienced and qualified social workers to join Suffolk County Council’s Adult & Community Service (ACS) in locum assignments across various teams and locations. We are looking for social workers who are
As a Clerk you will advise the council on, and assist in the formation of, overall policies to be followed in respect of the authority’s activities and in particular to produce all the information required for making effective decisions and to
We are currently looking for dedicated and experienced Occupational Therapists to work in Suffolk County Council’s Independence and Wellbeing Service to promote independence, wellbeing and choice for customers. This is an exciting opportunity to
If you are looking to join an ‘Outstanding’ Children and Young People’s Service (CYP) we have the role for you. We are seeking dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Workers to provide social care service to children, young
Come and join Suffolk County Council’s ‘Outstanding’ social work team in Children and Young People’s Service where ‘services for children are of an exceptionally high standard, they are child-focused and make a positive difference to
Come and join Suffolk County Council’s ‘Outstanding’ Social Worker team in Children and Young People’s Service where ‘services for children are of an exceptionally high standard, they are child-focused and make a positive difference to
As a Clerk you will advise the council on, and assist in the formation of, overall policies to be followed in respect of the authority’s activities and in particular to produce all the information required for making effective decisions and to
We are currently looking for self-driven, resourceful and flexible individuals, with excellent communication skills, to work as youth workers/residential childcare workers within Children’s Homes in Suffolk. As a youth worker within a Children’s
We are currently seeking experienced support workers to play a valuable role in helping patients relearn skills and regain their independence after leaving hospital. As a reablement support worker, you will provide in house support for patients for
We are regularly recruiting for various non-qualified Social Care roles in multiple locations across Suffolk County Council. Roles include Support Workers, Family Support Practitioners and YOS Practitioners. To find out more about which
“The team are really friendly and reliable. Due to my studies, I’ve been temping for a few years now, and I have never had an issue of finding temp work through Opus. I highly recommend them.”
Rachel Day, Business Support Officer
‘”I have found Opus People Solutions to be effective and efficient. Staff in the team take good care to help candidates and managers, with accurate information and advice.”
Balwinder Kaur, Interim Assistant Director
“Opus was very helpful in the recruitment process, I was lucky enough to get a placement within the council instantly. The team are incredibly friendly and are always happy to help.”
Jamaal Guthrie, Customer Service Advisor
“I have had great success working with Opus on our recruitment requirements. The level of success we have experienced working with Opus and sourcing and filling our vacancies, has been excellent. I have built up a brilliant working relationship with them, they have taken the time to fully understand our business and recruitment needs.”
Hannah Pittock, Schools’ Choice
“After I left college I was a temporary worker with Opus for nearly 2 years. About 4 months into my last assignment, I was offered to take the role permanently! I would highly recommend Opus to anybody. Their customer service is great, they’re very reliable, friendly, considerate and approachable!”
Josh Douglas, Learning Development Co-ordinator
Opus is a recruitment agency that places people first and we are proud of our professional, customer focused service and thriving reputation for excellence.
We work closely with organisations to make sure we find candidates who are a right fit for the role and ensure we place you in a job that complements your skill and enables you to thrive in the workplace, but don’t just take our word for it:
“I only have positive things to say about Opus. From the first communication they have been professional and are always happy to help with any requests or questions. I have to say, my experience with Opus was by far the most positive experience with a recruitment agency I have come across.”
Business Support Officer
“My experience with Opus is a very positive one in terms of both an employee of a council seeking to recruit social workers on a temporary basis and, more recently, as an Opus candidate looking for a placement. The communication and support from Opus is excellent and I will continue to strongly recommend Opus to others.”
Social work manager/candidate
At Opus, we offer an opportunity to build experience in many different areas of the organisations we work with. Many of our workers move on to have successful careers as a result of their initial placement with us, so whether you’re looking for regular, short term assignments to build some experience, or a foot in the door to start you career in Local Government, we’ll be glad to help you get going
