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The Housing Needs Service is undergoing a radical transformation to achieve successful outcomes for our residents.&nbsp; We are seeking people who excel in building positive and trusting relationships with the skills and expertise to deliver lasting housing solutions.
We are seeking a&nbsp;Hostel Support Officer&nbsp;who wants to work in a resident-centred service.&nbsp; You will play a major part in making residents&amp;© lives better in preventing and relieving homelessness. Your role will be to provide support to homeless people on the hostel register, manage day to day hostel operations, execute administrative activities, report repairs issues and record resolutions.
You will be expected to have clear knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and Homeless Reduction Act 2017 as well as the ability to learn.
Interviews will be held week commencing 11th of August 2025. &nbsp;
You would be arriving at the London Borough of Redbridge at an exciting time, joining an ambitious new Housing Needs Service that embraces change and a positive learning culture for colleagues with a vision to secure sustainable housing solutions for all.
To apply for this position, you will need to submit an online application form along with uploading a copy of your CV and supporting statement.

London Borough of Redbridge

Hostel Support Officer

Job Description Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Directorate: Place / Housing Grade: PO4 Salary: £47,532 - £50,574&nbsp; Retention Bonus/ Market Supplement: N/A Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent&nbsp; Working hours per week: 36 hours&nbsp; Weeks per year: 52 weeks Application Deadline: 01/08/2025 Proposed Interview Date(s): TBC &nbsp; Reference: 1735 About Us:&nbsp; Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp; We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp; London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp; About the role:&nbsp; To manage a team responsible for the procurement of all types of cost-effective accommodation for homeless households such as temporary accommodation and private sector accommodation for discharge of homelessness duties in partnership with accommodation providers, other Councils and agencies. To maximise the supply of cost-effective procurement opportunities to reduce the reliance on expensive temporary accommodation. &gt;&gt; <a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/2020%20Accommodation%20Procurement%20Manager%20PO4.pdf" target="_blank">Click here to download the Role Profile</a> &lt;&lt;&nbsp; Key Responsibilities:&nbsp; <ul> <li>To manage a team responsible for the procurement of all types of cost-effective accommodation for homeless households such as temporary accommodation and private sector accommodation for discharge of homelessness duties in partnership with accommodation providers, other Councils and agencies.&nbsp;</li> <li>Job specification related to this role will provide further details of key responsibilities.</li> </ul> Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Degree level education or equivalent through training and work experience.</li> </ul> Terms and conditions:&nbsp; The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp;</li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp;</li> <li>Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp;</li> <li>Suitable driver’s license;&nbsp;</li> </ul> This post is politically restricted therefore the post holder is disqualified from undertaking certain political activities under the Local Government Officers (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990.&nbsp; As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp; How to Apply:&nbsp; Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp; We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp; Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp; Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp; To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp; We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp; For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp; Contact Information:&nbsp; If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Yasmin Hussain, Accommodation Procurement &amp; Options Service Manager at <a href="mailto:Yasmin.Hussain@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Yasmin.Hussain@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> . If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp; The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp; Click here for further information on the <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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London Borough Of Waltham Forest

Accommodation Procurement Manager

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9432/Building_Control_Surveyor_-_Domestic_Level_4A-5_150725.pdf" target="_blank">Building_Control_Surveyor_-_Domestic_Level_4A-5_150725</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9433/Building_Control_Surveyor_-_General_Level_5-6_150725.pdf" target="_blank">Building_Control_Surveyor_-_General_Level_5-6_150725</a></li>
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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.



We have excellent opportunities available for both Domestic and General Level Building Control Surveyors to join our Building Control Service here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is an exciting time to join us as we extend our shared service partnership with West Berkshire Council due to ongoing success and continued market growth. As part of our investment in service delivery and our commitment to maintaining and improving the build environment in our community, we are looking to expand our team of building control surveyors.
Golden Hello Payment
As a commitment to the development of our team, new employees will be entitled to a Golden Hello payment of up to £6,000 (subject to successful completion of their probation period and length of service commitment).
Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. In addition to the Golden Hello payment, we offer full support and guidance for you to grow your career and you will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐&nbsp;A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;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!&nbsp;
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.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
Awards
We’re passionate about providing a high-quality service and delivering on projects and have recently been Award Winners at the LABC Central Regional Building Excellence Awards 2024, and following an LABC Peer Service review, it was concluded that we are a top quartile performing service nationally.
There isn’t a better time to join our team as we undertake a diverse portfolio of major projects including large-scale housing developments, school developments and town centre redevelopment, so click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, if you’d like to know more about these exciting opportunities, contact <a href="mailto:roger.paine@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">roger.paine@wokingham.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp;
Closing date: Sunday 24th August 2025, 11pm
Interviews: TBC
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.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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.
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.&nbsp;

Wokingham Borough Council

Domestic & General Level Building Control Surveyor

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9741/OD_Officer.pdf" target="_blank">OD_Officer</a></li>
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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.



Organisational Development Officer
1 x Permanent Position&nbsp;
2 x Fixed Term Contracts until March 2027
Wokingham Borough Council has some opportunities for passionate and enthusiastic Organisation Development Officers to join us on a permanent or fixed term basis.
We are a highly ambitious Council and are about to embark on a significant period of transformation in Organistional Development.&nbsp; These roles will support the development and implementation of the corporate learning framework and training offer.&nbsp; Co-designing and delivering training programmes across the Council will be integral to these roles along with ensuring that we provide high quality training for all.
The role will support in the delivery of our People Strategy to include tools, and interventions to help the council achieve its strategic ambitions which will include programmes such as culture, performance management, leadership and development.
Experience of working within a local government setting would be highly advantageous as would being an accredited Insights Practitioner.
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 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ And much more
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Supports the development and implementation of the Councils Corporate learning framework and training offer.</li>
<li>Co-create training packages and be responsible for the delivery of training, predominantly face to face, to support the Organisational Development programme that will embed a learning culture across the Council.</li>
<li>Work in partnership with Managers and teams across the Council to ensure that learning sessions are coherent, accessible and in-line with industry standards and the evolving needs of staff.</li>
<li>Design and use tools to evaluate the impact of learning and organisational development initiatives and conduct regular monitoring, reviewing and evaluation of the programme as per agreed objectives.</li>
<li>Acts as the councils Subject Matter Expert in developing content and supporting the use of learning management systems, platforms and other tools for hosting learning content</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Candidate Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Degree-level, equivalent relevant professional qualifications, or expertise</li>
<li>Good IT skills including office software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel</li>
<li>Demonstrable experience of delivering training face to face with some hybrid training options</li>
<li>Experience of learning management systems, e-learning and system maintenance</li>
</ul>
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.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
For an informal discussion, please contact&nbsp;Sarah Bolton, OD Business Partner, via <a href="mailto:sarah.bolton@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.bolton@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; or Sally Halliwell, Head of HR and OD via <a href="mailto:sally.halliwell@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">sally.halliwell@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing Date: Sunday 17th August 2025
Interview Date: TBC
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.
&nbsp;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.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Organisational Development Officer

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9762/Assistant_Team_Manager_-_Assessment_JD_PS_July_25.pdf" target="_blank">Assistant_Team_Manager_-_Assessment_JD_PS_July_25</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9763/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025</a></li>
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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.



We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Children's Social Care Assistant Team Manager or an experienced Advanced Practitioner with existing management and supervisory experience, to join our duty and assessment team.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/SBqihNKEzBo" target="_blank">at our workforce video</a>.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You will have significant post-qualifying experience in statutory work with children and families, which includes child protection and a strong understanding of assessment, planning and intervention to ensure the right plans are in place and needs lead services and interventions are provided for children and families.
You will be a natural leader with the ability to build effective relationships, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and work collaboratively as part of a management team.
You will deputise when required for the Team Manager and work closely alongside them to deliver our vision and strategic values. You will have direct responsibility for social workers, including newly qualified social workers, students and support staff. You will support the Team Manager to drive performance and will know what good practice looks like.
In Bracknell Forest we are committed to making sure that children receive the right support at the right time.
If you can demonstrate your own passion and drive to improving outcomes for children and to support families to stay together and would like to be part of a hard-working, supportive and friendly children’s management team, we look forward to receiving your application.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
We are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council,&nbsp;“Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high-quality service”.
Inspectors concluded that social workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.
Bracknell Forest Council have an embedded nationally recognised practice model – the ‘Family Safeguarding Model’. Our model and our work are dynamic and impactful.
The Assessment Team acts as the front door for Children’s Social Care and carries out assessment and short-term work. Working alongside and directly with children, young people, and their families. Our ‘front door’ colleagues know good beginnings and have a better chance of making good endings.&nbsp;
The team predominantly undertakes child in need assessments (Single Assessments) and child protection assessments (Section 47’s) using a range of child and adult tools to enhance our analyses, to measure change and to problem solve and design and plan short, medium and long-term interventions. The team is fast paced, the work is immensely rich and varies day to day.
We are a small, welcoming, and friendly local authority. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which provides our workforce with a strong sense of belonging.
Our leadership team is visible, available and approachable.&nbsp;
Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.
You can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/childrens-social-care-jobs" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>&nbsp;
Because we’re Bracknell Forest.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>To support the Team Manager with managing a team of staff, including recruitment/retention, induction, training and development, performance support and management, disciplinary/capability and succession planning.</li>
<li>Providing high quality, reflective supervision (in line with the supervision policy) including providing feedback and analysis of performance.</li>
<li>To lead on Strategy Discussions, Child in Need meetings, professional meetings and other forums, working together with partner agencies to conclude with safe and proportionate threshold decision and planning.</li>
<li>To promote listening to children and young people at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon in an appropriate and timely manner.</li>
<li>To actively engage with parents and carers so that their views contribute to service improvement. Including responding to complaints and feedback.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 12th August.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Donna Barber
Team Manager
<a href="mailto:Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the council.&nbsp;
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Assistant Team Manager - Assessment Team

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9783/Family_Worker_Duty___Assessment_JD_PS_June25.pdf" target="_blank">Family_Worker_Duty___Assessment_JD_PS_June25</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9784/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We are looking for a Family worker to join our Assessment team at the ‘front door’ of Children’s Social Care on a full-time, permanent basis.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/SBqihNKEzBo" target="_blank">at our workforce video</a>.
<h3>About you…</h3>
You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and passionate about improving outcomes for children and their families.&nbsp; You will be an effective communicator who can engage with families in assessment and planning and work in partnership with others.
If you can demonstrate passion and drive to improving outcomes for children and to support families to stay together, and would like to be part of a hard-working, supportive and friendly team, we look forward to receiving your application.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
We are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council,&nbsp;“Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high-quality service”
Inspectors concluded that social workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.
Bracknell Forest Council have an embedded nationally recognised practice model – the ‘Family Safeguarding Model’. Our model and our work are dynamic and impactful.
The Assessment team acts as the front door for Children’s Social Care and carries out assessment and short-term work. We work alongside and directly with children, young people and their families. Our ‘front door’ colleagues know good beginnings and have a better chance of making good endings.&nbsp;
The team predominantly undertakes child in need assessments (Single Assessments) and child protection assessments (Section 47’s) using a range of child and adult tools to enhance our analyses, to measure change, to problem solve and design and plan short, medium and long-term interventions. The team is fast paced, the work is immensely rich and varies day to day.
We are a small, welcoming and friendly local authority. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which provides our workforce with a strong sense of belonging.
Our leadership team is visible, available and approachable.&nbsp;
Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.
Read more about our culture and what our staff say&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bracknell-forest.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fchildrens-social-care-jobs%2Four-culture&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAriana.Burdfield%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7Cad347b02f91b4bbad25908ddb5531965%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638866090708602874%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=MW%2FXb%2B3I8p0wnuGl2PEf%2BpYM6iiMvCAi4sxVWLmigoc%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Children's social care culture | Bracknell Forest Council</a>.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>To work as part of a team within Children’s Social Care providing services for children and young people and their parents/carers, ensuring children’s views are heard.</li>
<li>You will be required to hold cases and be responsible for identified tasks including supervising contact sessions as well as work on other worker's cases as directed.</li>
<li>The purpose of this role is to support families in ensuring that children can remain safely within their family environment, or where necessary, to help maintain stable placements. This support will include both practical assistance and structured, planned interventions.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held on Thursday 14th August 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.&nbsp;
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Donna Barber-&nbsp;Team Manager
<a href="mailto:Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for&nbsp;more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Family Worker - Assessment Team

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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 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.
In Redbridge we are passionate about our care experienced young people and take pride in ensuring that young people feel supported and empowered to achieve their ambitions and goals as they make their transition to adulthood.&nbsp;
An exciting opportunity for a personal advisor as arisen in our Outstanding Leaving Care Service based at Station Road, Barkingside.&nbsp; The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, supportive and effective team and report to one of three Practice Managers. The role involves working alongside a range of professionals, with young adults, previously Looked After by the Local Authority between the ages of 18 and 25 years old.
This is a rewarding, challenging and essential role, in our support of young people leaving care. Our Personal Advisors have the opportunity to undertake focused work with young people and seek to maximise the potential of care experienced young people who have left the care system by working with providers, other agencies and partners.&nbsp; As a Personal Advisor, you will carry a caseload of young people aged 18-25 years and support them through individual direct work, group-work and activity programmes, which may require some flexible working. You will assess their needs, create and review Pathway Plans and be a consistent support to them into adulthood. You will motivate them to make the very best of the resources available and encourage them to play a part in improving services.
In Redbridge we encourage a culture that puts our care experienced young people at the heart of everything we do, by empowering our staff to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn.
If you value these behaviours too, we would love to hear from you.
Key Accountabilities
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<li>To give practical, personal and emotional support and advise care experienced young people to meet their assessed need; to maintain and promote their health, physical and emotional wellbeing, benefits, housing, education, training and socialisation skills.</li>
<li>To facilitate, directly and indirectly, the assessment of need which may be immediate, short or long term.</li>
<li>To identify and support care experienced young people to overcome barriers to learning.</li>
<li>To enable and empower care experienced young people to make decisions in their lives and to self-advocate.</li>
<li>To advocate on behalf of care experienced young people who do not have the skills to do this.</li>
<li>To facilitate the reviews of a pathway plan and to enable and promote, care experienced young people to contribute, in order their wishes and feelings are accurately reflected.</li>
<li>To encourage care experienced young people to participate in the development of the service in order they can affect change where needed.</li>
<li>The role requires you to be mobile throughout a wider operational area including travelling around the borough and beyond, transporting service users and their belongings and to be able to do so in an emergency. Driving licence and car or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means is desirable</li>
<li>Redbridge Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.</li>
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As part of employment with Redbridge Council this role requires a DBS enhanced check.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity is key to our success.
Interviews will be held on 11th &amp; 12th August 2025
If you would like any further information or an informal chat about this role, please contact Veronica Cools at <a href="mailto:Veronica.cools@redbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">Veronica.cools@redbridge.gov.uk</a>
Closing date for applications is the 30th July 2025.&nbsp;
To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification.
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. At the London Borough of Redbridge, we receive a high volume of great-quality applicants, we therefore may close a vacancy earlier than advertised. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
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.

Personal Advisor

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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.



We have an excellent opportunity for a Principal Building Control Surveyor to join our Building Control Service here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is an exciting time to join us as we extend our shared service partnership with West Berkshire Council due to ongoing success and continued market growth. As part of our investment in service delivery and our commitment to maintaining and improving the build environment in our community, we are looking to expand our team of senior building control professionals.
Golden Hello Payment
As a commitment to the development of our team, new employees will be entitled to a Golden Hello payment of up to £6,000 (subject to successful completion of their probation period and length of service commitment).
Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. In addition to the Golden Hello payment, we offer full support and guidance for you to grow your career, and you will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐&nbsp;A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;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!&nbsp;
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.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
Awards
We’re passionate about providing a high-quality service and delivering on projects and have recently been Award Winners at the LABC Central Regional Building Excellence Awards 2024, and following an LABC Peer Service review, it was concluded that we are a top quartile performing service nationally.
There isn’t a better time to join our team as we undertake a diverse portfolio of major projects including large-scale housing developments, school developments and town centre redevelopment, so click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, if you’d like to know more about these exciting opportunities, contact <a href="mailto:roger.paine@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">roger.paine@wokingham.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp;
Closing date: 24th August 2025, 11pm
Interviews: TBC
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.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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.
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.&nbsp;

Principal Building Control Surveyor

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To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



Housing Operations Support Officer – (Contract administration &amp; meeting support minute taker).
Location:&nbsp;Godalming – Hybrid working
Contract: Permanent
Salary range: Pay band 9 , £29,951 - £32,033 (Annualyy)
Working Pattern: Full Time (37 hours)
An opportunity has arisen within The Housing Services Team for a Housing Operations Support Officer (Contract Administration &amp; meeting support minute taker).
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<li>Are you an experienced administrator with exceptional attention to detail?</li>
<li>Can you capture complex discussions accurately while maintaining clarity in your notes?</li>
<li>Can you efficiently manage time-sensitive deadlines whilst ensuring quality output?</li>
<li>Do you bring a positive solutions-focused attitude to administrative challenges?</li>
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Operational Duties &amp; Accountabilities
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<li>To provide comprehensive minute-taking services for contractor meetings across Housing Services, ensuring accurate documentation, efficient follow-up of actions, and smooth administrative operations that support service delivery excellence</li>
<li>Support multiple contractor meetings across Housing Services</li>
<li>Manage documentation for contracts worth significant value</li>
<li>Coordinate with multiple stakeholders including contractors, housing officers, and senior management</li>
<li>Handle confidential information affecting service delivery and contractor relationships</li>
<li>Provide administrative support for the Housing Operations Support Team across the Housing services</li>
<li>Manage complex diary arrangements and meeting schedules</li>
<li>Handle confidential correspondence and documentation</li>
<li>Support preparation of reports and presentations</li>
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There are many benefits to working at Waverley Borough Council. In particular we are very supportive of flexible and agile working, we provide flextime, we have generous leave entitlements. We also have a range of learning and development services to support your career goals.
How to apply: To apply for this post, please complete the application form which is available on the on our website’s <a href="https://ats-waverley.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/287246" target="_blank">Job Vacancies</a> page.
Closing date for applications: 09:00am on Friday 1st August 2025&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;
Interview date:&nbsp;Thursday 7th August 2025
Please note we do not accept applications after the closing date and time given on the advert.

Housing Operations Support Officer - Contract Administration & Minute Taker

<ul><li>Reference: EC277 </li><li>Division: Crawley Homes </li><li>Salary: £38,013.00 - £40,734.00 per annum </li><li>Contract type: Permanent </li><li>Posted on: 17 July 2025 </li><li>Interview date:12 August 2025</li><li>Extra payment(s): Not applicable </li></ul><ul><li>Positions: 1 </li><li>Category: Housing </li><li>Grade: H </li><li>Working hours: 37 per week </li><li>Closing date: 04 August 2025 </li><li>Location: Town Hall, Crawley </li><li>Location type: Hybrid </li></ul><a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> About the role </h4>At Crawley Borough Council, we believe that everyone deserves financial stability and the opportunity to thrive. We’re looking for a Senior Financial Inclusion Officer who shares our commitment to supporting residents through life’s financial challenges - someone who wants to lead with empathy, empower others, and build a more inclusive community.In this vital role, you’ll lead a dedicated team of Financial Inclusion Officers, guiding them to deliver life-changing advice and support to tenants. From helping families avoid rent arrears to connecting vulnerable individuals with essential services, your work will directly improve lives across Crawley.What you'll be doing:<ul><li>leading with purpose: inspire and support your team to provide compassionate, high-quality financial advice</li><li>creating connections: build partnerships with local organisations, welfare services, and community groups to expand support networks</li><li>driving change: shape and deliver Crawley Homes’ financial inclusion strategy, ensuring services evolve to meet residents’ needs</li><li>educating and empowering: train housing staff and raise awareness of financial inclusion through campaigns and briefings</li><li>protecting the vulnerable: respond to safeguarding concerns and ensure tenants receive the help they need.</li></ul>We're looking for someone who:<ul><li>has experience in housing, welfare, or money advice</li><li>is a natural leader who motivates and uplifts others</li><li>communicates with empathy and clarity</li><li>thrives on solving problems and improving services</li><li>holds a full UK driving licence and is willing to work flexibly to meet residents’ needs</li></ul>We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.<h4> Additional information </h4>Satisfactory clearance of a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) will be a condition of employment.A full and current UK driving licence will be a requirement of the role, along with the use of a suitable vehicle.<h4> Employee benefits </h4>We offer a generous employee <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits">benefits package</a>, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<h4> Our way of working </h4>Our shared <a href="/council-information/jobs-and-careers/values-and-behaviours">values and behaviours</a> reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<h4> Safer recruitment </h4>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<h4> How to apply </h4>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Asad.Raja@crawley.gov.uk" target="_blank">asad.raja@crawley.gov.uk</a>, Area Housing Manager or call on 01293 438755.<a href="https://my.crawley.gov.uk/service/Job_Application" target="_blank">Apply for this job</a><h4> Related documents </h4><ul><li><a href="/sites/default/files/document_webform_uploads/senior-financial-inclusion-officer-job-description.pdf"> Senior Financial Inclusion Officer job description (PDF, 126.21 KB) </a></li></ul>





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