The new team leader position is at the same level [APS EL1] as my current HDA, one step above my regular level.
It was advertised as "permanent transfer at level [i.e. for those who already had EL1] or acting higher duties until end of December". From context I'm pretty sure that translates to "this is a long-term position but we don't have approval to advertise a permanent opening yet". And if it didn't continue past December, worst likely outcome is that I go back to my regular level and work area with much more material for next time there's a permanent opportunity. So, low-risk.
Optimisation balancing: OK, that's a separate post!
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It was advertised as "permanent transfer at level [i.e. for those who already had EL1] or acting higher duties until end of December". From context I'm pretty sure that translates to "this is a long-term position but we don't have approval to advertise a permanent opening yet". And if it didn't continue past December, worst likely outcome is that I go back to my regular level and work area with much more material for next time there's a permanent opportunity. So, low-risk.
Optimisation balancing: OK, that's a separate post!