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.
We have a fantastic opportunity for Head of Kitchen staff to join our catering teams across Suffolk and Norfolk. These are key roles organising, preparing, cooking and serving quality meals to customers in accordance with the standard required and
We at Opus People Solutions are searching for an diligent HR Advisor for a forward thinking public client. You will be responsible for providing a proactive and solution focused advice to line managers across the local authority to improve
Opus Teach are looking for a highly organised Administrator to join our fast-paced Education recruitment team. This role will have focus on monitoring the administration and compliance of our Supply Teachers and Temporary Non-Teaching
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
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
We at Opus People Solutions are searching for a dedicated, innovative Sales Admin / Customer Service Manager to join an exciting team in the food and beverage industry, just North of Ipswich. The role is key in managing and controlling the sales
Acting as a development manager you will take the lead and manage the planning, inception and delivery of projects. You will work alongside appointed Senior Responsible Owners and Programme Management Office to support the implementation of capital
The main purpose of this job is to provide information, guidance and advice to colleagues, partners and directly to children, young people and families to ensure they are enabled to achieve the best possible outcomes. As a CYP Covid-19 Support
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Junior Finance Assistant/Bookkeeper to join us at Opus and support the Finance team for 2/3 days per week for 3-4 months, on a temporary basis. As a Finance Assistant/Bookkeeper you will be responsible
We are seeking a part time Business Support Officer to provide full administrative support within our busy recruitment agency, and ensure that a high level of customer service is delivered at all times. Based from our Ipswich head office, you will
As a Street Works Officer for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, your key priority is to carry out inspections of Street Works and other Highway Works as required to ensure compliance with NRSWA and the Cambridgeshire Permit
As a Permit Officer for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, your key priority is to assist in the operation and management of the Cambridgeshire Permit Scheme for Roadworks and Streetworks in accordance with the Stautory
We have an exciting opportunity for two Recruitment Resourcers to join our growing team in the East of England. As a resourcer you will be responsible for high levels of direct recruitment of quality candidates, engaging and managing relationships
We have an excellent opportunity for Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team at Opus People Solutions. We work with local authorities and businesses across Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes to fill temporary and
We are looking for a Project Manager to oversee and full project management responsibility of large ERP implementation into a diverse soft facilities management company. You will support the Project Lead and Project Sponsor with all daily project
This critical role will support the Executive Director in delivering the council’s strategic agenda pertaining to housing, planning and economic development. The post holder will be expected to represent the council at local, regional, and
Suffolk County Council are looking for Customer Service Advisors to provide high quality and professional front line advice to their customers through one point of contact. The customer experience you will provide will be accurate, efficient,
Opus Northamptonshire, on behalf of the West Northamptonshire Council, is looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to assist the Payroll Manager in ensuring that all payrolls are processed accurately. Manage own workload, processing high quality
Opus Northamptonshire, on behalf of West Northamptonshire Council, are currently looking for a Property Professional for the role of Corporate Property Manager. As a Corporate Property Manager you will, monitor, review and maintain, by approval of
Opus Northamptonshire on behalf of North Northamptonshire Council is looking for a BRO to join Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Team. As a Business Relations Officer you will provide a high level of flexible support to the senior managers
Opus Northamptonshire, on behalf of West Northamptonshire Council, is looking for AutoCAD Technician to join the Assets and Environment Team. This role is required ASAP. This is a full-time role with the office based in NN1 1ED, however some working
As an Asset Information Technical Assistant for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, your key priority is to assist on a 6-week project which will benefit the Council’s highways and maintenance of routes. Working from
We are seeking a Business Support Officer to provide full administrative support within our busy recruitment agency, and ensure that a high level of customer service is delivered at all times. Based from our Ipswich head office, you will join our
As an Assistant Warehouse Manager for Cambridgeshire County Council through Opus Cambridgeshire, your key priority is to assist the warehouse manager in the support of Cambridgeshire County Council’s COVID response by providing an efficient and
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 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 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
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
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
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 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
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’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
We are seeking a Resourcer to play a significant part in registering and sourcing teachers and non teaching staff within Educaion, and offer support to Account Managers/Recruitment Consultants where necessary. Whilst ensuring that a high level of
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 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 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
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
