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A career that grows with you&nbsp;- as an Apprentice Trading Standards Officer, you’ll embark on a diverse and (we believe) deeply rewarding journey. You’ll work towards nationally recognised professional qualifications, supported every step of the way by a structured training programme and a team of experienced, dedicated professionals to become fully qualified.A structured development plan will help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a fully-fledged Trading Standards Officer. Your role will span a wide range of important areas, including: Animal Health and Welfare; Environmental Protection; Fair Trading; Feed and Food Standards; Product Safety, Safety at Sports Grounds; Weights and Measures. &nbsp;This is more than just a job - it’s a meaningful public service career where your work has a real and lasting impact on communities across Staffordshire.We have a clear vision for Staffordshire - an innovative, ambitious and sustainable County, where everyone has the opportunity to prosper, be healthy and happy. We want everyone in Staffordshire to:<ul>
<li>Have access to more good jobs and share the benefit of economic growth&nbsp;</li>
<li>Live in thriving and sustainable communities</li>
<li>Be healthier and more independent for longer</li>
</ul>Our main offices are based at Staffordshire Place 1, right in the heart of Stafford Town Centre. You will be working flexibly within the boundaries of operational need across the whole County - while still enjoying the support of a close-knit, professional team - Staffordshire could be the perfect fit for you.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities As a Trading Standards Officer, you’ll play a vital role in promoting a fair, safe, and lawful trading environment across Staffordshire. Your work will be varied, impactful, and community-focused. Here’s a glimpse of what you might be doing:<ul>
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Protecting the Public: Safeguarding vulnerable individuals and taking enforcement action when necessary.</li>
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Preventing Harm and Detriment: Disrupting and investigating rogue traders and illegal doorstep activities, building criminal cases, and presenting evidence in court.</li>
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Collaborating for Impact: Working with partners and stakeholders to enhance efficiency, recover costs, and generate income.</li>
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Ensuring Product Safety: Conducting test purchases and sampling food, toys, cosmetics, electrical goods, and animal feed to ensure compliance with legal standards.</li>
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Maintaining Food Standards: Conducting regular inspections of food businesses, including manufacturers, retailers, and caterers.</li>
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Animal Welfare Oversight: Inspecting farms and markets to uphold animal health and welfare standards.</li>
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Monitoring Trade Practices: Carrying out inspections both in-person and online of manufacturers and suppliers.</li>
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Supporting Businesses: Advising companies on how to trade fairly and comply with regulations.</li>
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Fighting Fraud and Scams: Partnering with other agencies to protect consumers and businesses from deceptive practices.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate What we’re looking for - To be considered, you’ll need:<ul>
<li>A solid general education</li>
<li>The commitment and desire to study towards professional qualification(s)</li>
<li>A willingness to learn and the ability to grasp and interpret complex legislation</li>
<li>Excellent communication and customer service skills</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail and great organisational abilities</li>
<li>Patience, perseverance, and the ability to stay calm under pressure</li>
<li>Good situational awareness and sound judgement</li>
<li>While prior knowledge of Trading Standards is helpful, it’s not essential—we’re open to a range of backgrounds and experiences.</li>
</ul>What we offer in return - We know we’re asking a lot, but we believe we offer just as much in return. This role brings:<ul>
<li>Variety and new challenges</li>
<li>A comprehensive training programme</li>
<li>A clear path to a long-term, meaningful professional career</li>
</ul>As one of the region’s largest employers, Staffordshire County Council offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to support your wellbeing and development.If you’ve made it this far and feel this opportunity could be the right fit for you - we’d love to hear from you!Mark Wilson, Trading Standards Technical and Business Manager on 01782 297004 or email: <a href="mailto:mark.wilson@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">mark.wilson@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Start Date: 1 August 2025Interview Week: Commencing 7 July 2025Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Apprentice Trading Standards Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Please fully complete the online application form.
 



Casual Class Instructor 
An opportunity has arisen within Sefton Council for us to recruit Group Exercise Instructors to help support our six Leisure Centres Class Programme.
We are looking for qualified, enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our pool of ‘casual’ Group Exercise Instructors to teach our popular classes at Bootle Leisure Centre, Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre, Dunes Splash World, Litherland Sports Park, Meadows Leisure Centre and Netherton Activity Centre.
Required and desired classes include:
Les Mills - BodyPump, BodyCombat, BodyBalance, Indoor Group Cycling, Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, Aqua and HIIT/Bootcamp, along with many others. A relevant industry/activity qualification appropriate for the class undertaken is essential.
Job requirements:
<ul>
<li>The successful candidate would need to hold a recognised Group Exercise qualification.</li>
<li>The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, with the ability to work accurately. A confident and professional approach when dealing with staff and customers is required.</li>
</ul>
 The right candidate will have:
<ul>
<li>Good organisational skills</li>
<li>High standards of communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>The ability to work as a team player &amp; on your own initiative.</li>
<li>The ability to motivate customers and members.</li>
<li>Highly motivated and enthusiastic.</li>
<li>Excellent punctuality.</li>
<li>A resilient and positive outlook.</li>
<li>Health &amp; safety awareness</li>
</ul>
This advert is on a rolling basis therefore interviews will be arranged at various points throughout the year.

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Group Exercise Instructor

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We’re looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Sustainable Communities Officer to join our Community Partnerships Service Team. Our Housing and Communities Team are passionate about the people who live in our town; our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within a lively and thriving neighbourhood.&nbsp; We have bags of energy and enthusiasm and channel this by seeking to innovate and create opportunities that have a lasting effect on the communities in Reading and keeps them at the heart of all we do.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as a diverse and inclusive team will be key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role:
The Community Partnerships Service, which sits within Housing &amp; Communities to ensure the service is better placed to support, enable, and protect individuals and communities and is now looking for an enthusiastic Sustainable Communities Officer to join the team.
 We have a great track record in building strategic partnerships, successfully bidding for Government funding, major project delivery and being the best landlord in the town. Our work is rewarding, we change lives for the better by tackling homelessness, building new homes and strengthening communities.

This is an exciting community focussed role which will require you to support the development of asset-based community development plans through connecting services with residents to jointly shape positive activity and outcomes to achieve sustainable resolutions to improve the lives of local residents. You will have the opportunity to work in partnership with our amazing stakeholders to enable effective connections across the areas to achieve these positive outcomes and support the delivery of local projects as well as supporting the shaping and delivery of services and activities from our 4 housing owned community centres.
Main Duties and responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Support the development and monitor/refresh collaborative asset-based community development plans, which will drive locality delivery to improve outcomes for people living in those identified neighbourhoods and ensure those neighbourhoods feel clean, green and safe.</li>
<li>Act as a broker between neighbourhoods, internal RBC teams and partners to identify and progress activity to support neighbourhood change aimed at delivering improved outcomes and service priorities.</li>
<li>Work alongside the Community Development Officers to build knowledge of community priorities and ensure feedback from community consultations/conversations help shape neighbourhood plans and inform service development.</li>
<li>Build relationships with the local Voluntary and Community Sector organisations, including faith based and equalities led organisations, to identify opportunities to work together for the benefit of residents, including offering spaces or organisations to deliver activities more locally.</li>
<li>Support the promotion of neighbourhood related events and activities across services and partners to ensure maximum participation.</li>
<li>Work with the Community Centre Co-ordinator to ensure that activities delivered at the centres are shaped by residents.</li>
<li>Provide updates relating to Asset Based Community Development Plans and activity happening in local areas to improve outcomes for neighbourhoods and resident wellbeing at a range of forums and through written reports.</li>
</ul>
About you:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person with excellent communication skills and experience in working with communities to shape local services and partnership working. You will have experience of working within culturally diverse and/or disadvantaged communities, experience of building networks and working with partners to deliver new initiatives in local communities. You will need the ability to confidently communicate with a range of audiences and understand the views of others. Multitasking and working both individually and as part of a team are key attributes too!

You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success.
Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently, and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity

Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.

This post will be a hybrid working post. 
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Pennylope Kapere, Sustainable Communities Manager at: <a href="mailto:pennylope.kapere@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">pennylope.kapere@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing Date: &nbsp;Sunday 22nd June 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Sustainable Communities Officer - Community Partnerships Service

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Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
An opportunity has arisen to work in our Healthier Communities Team as a projects and Contracts Officer. We are looking for candidates with a passion for improving the lives of our residents, with vision and the ability to work effectively with partners to deliver excellent services and outcomes for our customers.
A comprehensive understanding and experience of working in a complex environment, planning and co-ordination, the commissioning process, contracting and performance monitoring is required.
The postholder will work within a portfolio that leads on the development and delivery of interventions to reduce the impact of poverty and food insecurity, and the provision of support to the Armed Forces Community.&nbsp; This includes the delivery of the Department for Educations Holiday Activity and Food Programme, and distribution of the Household Support Fund.
The role is varied, and you will be required you to work at pace to support the development and delivery of interventions to meet new and emerging need.&nbsp; The roll also includes contract monitoring, performance management and financial accountability, and you should have experience and an understanding of all aspects of the commissioning cycle.
Poverty and food insecurity ae complex, ever changing and emotive subjects and it is essential you have an understanding of these subjects.&nbsp; You should also have an understanding of the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, and the challenges faced by members of the Armed Forces Community.
For either post you must also be able to display:
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;An ability to interrogate and analyse data and information and produce quality documentation including reports to support system change and service delivery.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The ability to negotiate, influence and enthuse colleagues both internally and across partner agencies.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A commitment to working in collaboration with partners from all sectors including those with lived experience.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A clear commitment and proven ability to deliver high quality outcomes and performance with a drive and enthusiasm for change.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The ability to successfully deliver results at an operational level.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th July
Please see our recruitment pack for more details about our work. We urge you to take up our offer of an informal chat about this position. Details of who to contact can be found in the pack.

Projects and Contracts Officer - Healthier Communities Team

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Fixed term - 12 Months

Location: Ley Street Depot, Ilford
Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with local people to support our vision. As a result, we've developed innovative ways to build our communities and transform our Council.
We're one of the fastest growing&nbsp;parts of the country and the third most diverse London borough. Our communities are attracted by a mixture of excellent schools, relatively affordable housing, high-quality open space and rapid transport connections into the heart of the city.
Come and join our team and make a difference.
We are recruiting for an individual with experience and enthusiasm in community engagement and sustainability to make a difference in Redbridge across our Neighbourhood Street Scene services.
You will have a focus on supporting our upcoming waste service changes.
The role includes education, project work and promotions to engage and support residents to reduce waste, build stronger communities, and improve the local environment. You will be confident in engaging with residents in a range of settings and be willing to expand their skills in this area.
The role requires an enthusiasm for caring for our environment and behaviour change as well as for galvanising positive community action. This can be based on professional and personal experiences.
You will be creative, innovative, well organised, a self starter and able to work on a range of projects and monitor and report on their delivery. Collaboration with a team and commitment to continual professional development along with flexibility will be key to your success in the role. This is a very varied role, no two days will be the same!
Occasional evening and weekend working is required, a full clean driving licence is desirable.
To apply for this post please visit <a href="http://www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> or copy the following link into your browser:&nbsp;
<a href="https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=813907eYaC&amp;WVID=958433OaLq" target="_blank">https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107…</a>
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

London Borough of Redbridge

Neighbourhood Engagement and Education Officer

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<h2>Communities &amp; Skills</h2>
Collaborative, open, inclusive and fair - we work with and through partners to ensure Londoners can shape healthy, empowered and productive lives.&nbsp;Communities and Skills is led by Executive Director, Tunde Olayinka and is comprised of the following units: Civil Society &amp; Sport, Communities &amp; Social Policy, Group Public Health Unit, Skills and Employment and Health, Children and Young Londoners.
<h2>About the role</h2>
The Mayor and Go! London Partners are committed to ensure that all Children and Young People, have the opportunities they need to fulfil their potential and that sports and physical activity play a big part on opening those opportunities.
This role will support the team in the management of a £22m+ sport and physical activity partnership, which operates as the biggest community sport fund available in London created by the Mayor of London, London Marathon Foundation and Sport England, in partnership with London Sport and London Marathon Events.
<h2>What your day will look like</h2>
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<li>Support the team managing working groups and providing secretariat to the two programme boards.</li>
<li>Maintain a clear audit trail of all project activity.</li>
<li>Create processes to facilitate all of the team’s interactions with grantees and delivery partners</li>
</ul>
<h2>Skills, knowledge and experience</h2>
To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:
<ul>
<li>The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience working as a Team/Office administrator, as well as proven ability to work in a fast-paced role, prioritising and responding to multiple demands.</li>
<li>A high level of competence in the operation of standard office information, arranging hybrid meetings and communications technology applications including standard Microsoft Office packages.&nbsp; MS word and Outlook must be advanced level and Excel, Sharepoint /OneDrive and PowerPoint intermediate level</li>
<li>First rate communications skills, along with proficient, confident and skilled organisational, administrative and prioritisation skills.</li>
<li>A proactive attitude and ability to work independently as well as part of a team with excellent organisational and multitasking skills</li>
<li>Experience of supporting project management administration to deliver policy and programme initiatives.</li>
</ul>
Behavioural competencies
Stakeholder Focus

… is consulting with, listening to and understanding the needs of those our work impacts and using this knowledge to shape what we do and manage others’ expectations. &nbsp;
(Level 1 indicators of effective performance)
Communicating &amp; Influencing

… is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us.
(Level 1 indicators of effective performance)
Planning and Organising

… is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches
to deliver work on time and to a high standard&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;(Level 1 indicators of effective performance)
Problem Solving

… is analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions.
(Level 1 indicators of effective performance)
Organisational Awareness

... is understanding and being sensitive to organisational dynamics, culture and politics across and beyond the GLA and shaping our approach accordingly.
(Level 1 indicators of effective performance)
Responding to Pressure and Change

… is being flexible and adapting positively, to sustain performance when the situation changes, workload increases, tensions rise or priorities shift.
(Level 1 indicators of effective performance)


The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_competency_framework_hr_28june2021.pdf" target="_blank">GLA Competency Framework</a>
<h2>How to apply</h2>
If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
<ul>
<li>Up to date CV</li>
<li>Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert.</li>
</ul>

Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘CV and Cover Letters’ section’ of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.
Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV – applicant name - 012345)
As part of GLA’s continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.&nbsp;

<h2>If you have questions about the role</h2>
If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager&nbsp;Iva Figueiredo&nbsp;would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Iva.Figueiredo@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">Iva.Figueiredo@london.gov.uk</a>
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the&nbsp;<a href="mailto:glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk" target="_blank">glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;who support the GLA with recruitment.
<h2>Assessment process</h2>
Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.
If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.
The interview/assessment date is:&nbsp;Mid-July 2025 (exact dates tbc)&nbsp;
<h2>Equality, diversity and inclusion</h2>
London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements.&nbsp;We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.&nbsp;
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.
<h2>Benefits</h2>
GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.
In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.
<h2>Additional Information</h2>

Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.&nbsp;
Secondment Opportunity
If you are a GLA employee applying for an internal fixed-term position, as an internal secondment opportunity, you must ensure you satisfy the following secondment policy criteria listed below before applying&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>On a permanent contract or a fixed term contract where the time left on the contract at the point at which you apply for secondment is longer than the secondment period;</li>
<li>successfully completed your probation period and are performing to the required standard for your current role; and</li>
<li>at least 18 months service with the GLA&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
If you do meet the criteria listed above, you will need to complete the&nbsp;<a href="http://intranet.london.gov.uk/node/16973" target="_blank">Approval for secondment application</a>&nbsp;form and gain line manager approval, before emailing the fully completed form to the Resourcing Assistant who is managing the vacancy.&nbsp;This form must be received by the closing date of the vacancy.&nbsp;Failure to provide this form will mean your application cannot be progressed.
If you are unable to satisfy all of the criteria, unfortunately, you are not eligible to apply for this vacancy as an internal secondment. &nbsp;For further information, please see&nbsp;<a href="http://intranet.london.gov.uk/node/17077" target="_blank">Secondment Policy and Procedure</a>.

IMPORTANT: If you are a current GLA employee on a fixed-term contract, which is due to end BEFORE the end date of this vacancy, you DO NOT NEED to complete the&nbsp;<a href="http://intranet.london.gov.uk/node/16973" target="_blank">Approval for secondment application</a>&nbsp;form as it is not a secondment.
If you are successful in securing this secondment opportunity, you will need to be released from your existing role, so please ensure that you make your line manager aware of your application
<h2>More Support</h2>
If you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:resourcingteam@london.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcingteam@london.gov.uk</a>.
Please note all applications for this vacancy must be submitted via our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs alone for this role. Please upload a personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words to the ‘Additional Documents’ section of the form, ensuring you address the following technical requirements and competencies in your personal statement. Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. &nbsp; The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA competency framework.
GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.
London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, or disability.&nbsp;
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.&nbsp;
In addition to a good salary package, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.

Programme and Policy Support Officer

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We're looking for an experienced and proactive Community Safety Manager to lead our work in promoting safer, stronger communities.&nbsp; Our Housing and Communities Team are passionate about the people who live in our town; our vision is for everyone to have the opportunity to live in a good quality sustainable home within in a lively and thriving neighbourhood.&nbsp;
We have a great track record in building strategic partnerships, successfully bidding for Government funding, major project delivery and being the best landlord in the town. Our work is rewarding, we change lives for the better by tackling homelessness, building new homes and strengthening communities.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as a diverse and inclusive team will be key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.

About the role:
The Community Partnerships Service, which sits within Housing and Communities is best placed to support, empower and protect individuals and communities and is now looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Community Safety Manager to lead our Community Safety Team.

This is an exciting partnership focussed role which will require you to lead and manage the Community Safety Team and support Reading’s Community Safety Partnership with the implementation of its Community Safety and Serious Violence Strategy and Domestic Abuse &amp; Safe Accommodation Strategy and wider community safety and engagement agenda.
Main Duties and responsibilities:
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<li>Manage and lead the Community Safety Team.</li>
<li>Strategic Development, including supporting the development and delivery of Reading’s strategies for community safety, serious violence and domestic abuse.</li>
<li>Operational Delivery, including the planning and delivery of related projects, maximising funding streams for community safety, serious violence and domestic abuse related priorities, chairing relevant Community Safety Partnership subgroups as and when required and supporting Domestic Homicide Reviews.</li>
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About you:
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is experienced in working in and leading a team in the field of Community Safety, with a strong knowledge of legislation relating to crime and disorder, serious violence and domestic abuse. You will have experience of working successfully with internal and external partners to achieve shared outcomes through building and facilitating productive multi-agency partnerships, building trust, and maintaining credibility and trust with residents and community representatives. You will also be highly efficient and competent at communicating with an open style with a wide-ranging audience with a good understanding of the different forms of consultation and participation.

You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success.
Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity

Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.

This post will be a hybrid working post. 
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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For more information on this position please contact Joanne Middlemass - Community Partnerships Service Manager - <a href="mailto:joanne.middlemass@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">joanne.middlemass@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing Date: Monday 23rd June 2025
Interview Date: Week commencing 30th June 2025
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Community Safety Manager

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We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Town Centre Development Officer to join our proactive Economic Development team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, 2-year fixed term contract.
As the Town Centre Development Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting and developing the main centres in Central Wokingham, Woodley, and Twyford. This role involves leading the implementation of the new Town Centre strategy, working with businesses and partners to boost economic vitality.
You will build strong relationships with local stakeholders and drive initiatives that support sustainable business growth. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to help shape the future of the borough through innovation and collaboration!
Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays (Pro-Rata for Part Time)
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!
Key responsibilities: 
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<li>Work with internal and external stakeholders to establish an effective partnership board spanning across all town centres.</li>
<li>Design, implement and lead on programmes and projects that will attract footfall into our Town Centres and support economic growth.</li>
<li>Manage our footfall contract, using the interactive dashboard to integrate data to enable us to make data informed decisions.</li>
<li>Work with colleagues in business support e.g., the Berkshire Growth Hub to deliver business support to ensure growth and sustainability for our Town Centre businesses.</li>
<li>Support the economic development team and members of the wider council with engaging and maintaining close working relationships with local employers.</li>
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Candidate requirements: 
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<li>Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject.</li>
<li>Town Centre business development experience or experience in developing or managing a BID.</li>
<li>Demonstrable experience of target setting, monitoring and evaluation.</li>
<li>Knowledge of and ability to interpret complex information, policy and guidance to inform the development of local strategies, policies and procedures and represent good practice.</li>
<li>Experience of managing, high-profile projects involving a broad range of partners stakeholders to achieve defined outcomes.</li>
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Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.&nbsp;
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.&nbsp;
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dexter Levick, Economic Development Officer via email, <a href="mailto:dexter.levick@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">dexter.levick@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing date: Sunday 29th June 2025, 11pm
Interview date: W/C 30th June 2025
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Town Centre Development Officer

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Please apply by clicking the 'Apply Now' button below. Full information, including the Job Description, Person Specification and other details about Runnymede Borough Council, is available in the Extra Information attachment.
If it is difficult for you to apply online please contact us at Human Resources, Runnymede Borough Council, Civic Centre, Station Road, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 2AH.
Email: <a href="mailto:humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk" target="_blank">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a>. or Telephone: 01932 425517.



Community Safety Officer
£29,696 to £32,957 per annum (Grade 8) 
37 hours per week
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual looking for a challenging role as Community Safety Officer for Runnymede Borough Council.
The successful candidate will have good knowledge of Community Safety, both locally and nationally and an understanding of the responsibilities of the Council. You will also possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written as the role will require the development of close working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including the Police.
You will need to be able to work with members of the public in resolving challenging situations, therefore experience of working in a customer facing environment is essential along with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to be flexible and diplomatic.
The successful candidate will be required to represent the Council at relevant meetings so the ability to write and present reports utilising good and effective computer skills is essential. You should have the ability to work well on your own initiative and have excellent organisational skills to plan your workload and meet deadlines.
Due to the nature of the role the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check and will need to hold a valid driving licence with access to a vehicle ensured for business use.
For an informal discussion about the post please telephone Katie Walker on <a href="mailto:katie.walker@runnymede.gov.uk" target="_blank">katie.walker@runnymede.gov.uk</a> to arrange a telephone call.
If it is difficult for you to apply online, please email <a href="mailto:humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk" target="_blank">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk </a>or telephone 01932 425513.
Successful candidates will be contacted by email if selected to attend for interview.
Closing date: Sunday 22nd June 2025 at 23.59
Interview date: monday 30th June or Tuesday 1st July 2025
If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.
Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.

Runnymede Borough Council

Community Safety Officer

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Are you passionate about harnessing community strengths to improve health and wellbeing?Do you thrive on building partnerships that create real, lasting change?Excited by the opportunity to co-design innovative solutions to system challenges?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our Integrated Commissioning Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Community Sector Partnership Development Manager to join our team and help make a difference in Southwark.About the Role:This is an exciting new role focused on strengthening collaboration between Southwark Council, the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, and wider health and care partners. You'll lead on ensuring the successful delivery of joined-up, preventative services that improve outcomes for local residents. You'll provide leadership across system partners, manage VCSE service contracts, and drive improvements using data, insight, and co-production.About You:We're looking for someone who is:<ul>
<li>Skilled in building partnerships and managing stakeholders across sectors</li>
<li>Confident using data and insight to inform service improvements and commissioning</li>
<li>Experienced in co-design, project management, and contract oversight</li>
<li>A strong communicator and influencer, with a focus on collaboration</li>
<li>Passionate about tackling inequalities and promoting inclusive services</li>
</ul>About the Team:You'll join the Integrated Commissioning Unit - a collaborative Southwark Council and NHS team responsible for commissioning health and care services in Southwark. You'll work with internal departments and external partners including Adult Social Care, VCSE organisations, public health, and community leaders. This role sits within the Age Well workstream, with a strong focus on the Ageing Well Southwark service and broader preventative community support.We value Visible leadership, Evidence-based decisions, Relationships, and Quality (VERQ) - and we support professional development every step of the way.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please Elizabeth Skelton at .Additional Information:<ul><li>This role is part of the Integrated Commissioning business unit, which works across Southwark Council and the NHS</li></ul>Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.Recruitment timetableAdvert close date: 11:59pm on 19th June 2025Shortlisting date/s: 23dr June 2025Interview date/s: 3rd July 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care </li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

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