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Quality Assurance and Safeguarding Team Manager
Salary: £59,009 - £64,673 + £3k Market Supplement Contract: Permanent
Join a passionate safeguarding team and help make a real difference for children and families in Wokingham.
We’re looking for an experienced Manager to provide expert leadership for two key statutory processes: Child Protection Conferences and Independent Reviewing of Plans for Looked After Children. This is a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality practice, compliance with legislation, and improved outcomes for children and families.
About the role:
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<li>Lead and manage the Child Protection Chairs and Independent Reviewing Officers (IROs), providing supervision, mentoring, and professional development.</li>
<li>Oversee allocation of cases, workload management, and ensure efficient administrative systems.</li>
<li>Drive performance against KPIs and lead service improvements.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with partner agencies to strengthen safeguarding practice and outcomes.</li>
<li>Provide expert advice on legislation, guidance, and best practice, and lead implementation of changes and training.</li>
<li>Represent the service at complex multi-agency meetings and contribute to strategic developments.</li>
<li>Manage complaints, data breaches, and issues of practice promptly and effectively.</li>
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Who we’re looking for:
We’re seeking a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with substantial post-qualifying experience in child protection and looked-after children services. You’ll have proven ability to manage complex cases, chair challenging meetings, and lead multi-agency work, alongside strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Expert knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policy, and best practice is essential, as well as the ability to set standards, monitor performance, and deliver high-quality services. Ideally, you’ll also bring experience in change management, delivering training, and developing policies and procedures.
Why Wokingham:
Wokingham Children’s services are currently transitioning through a planned phase of transformation. Our refreshed structure presents excellent new opportunities for innovative &amp; dynamic professionals. If you have a passion to make a real difference in shaping positive outcomes for children, young people and families in Wokingham, we want to hear from you.
Closing date: Sunday 21st January 2026, 11pm
Interviews: 30th January 2026, time tbc
For more information with regards to this role, please contact:
<a href="mailto:Sara.james@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sara.james@wokingham.gov.uk</a> (Head of Quality Assurance &amp; Safeguarding) or
<a href="mailto:Alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a> (Recruitment &amp; Retention)
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.
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.
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. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Quality Assurance & Safeguarding Team Manager, Children's Services

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a Technology Support Apprentice to join our DDaT (Digital, Data and Technology) Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, 2 year fixed term contract.
As the Technology Support Apprentice, you will provide support to internal staff in the administration of duties centred around resolving non-complex requests such as application and account access, assist in duties relating to the day to day operation of the councils computer systems and ensure IT assets are accounted for and in working condition before allocation and use.
Apprenticeship
The successful candidate will undertake the Level 3 Information Communication Technician Apprenticeship with LDN.
We’re looking for candidates who are confident using Microsoft Office and similar applications, and willing to learn new IT systems. You’ll need to be an excellent communicator, self-motivated, and have strong attention to detail.
⭐Staff 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:
⭐Generous Annual Leave&nbsp;– 25 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
⭐Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;
⭐GP Helpline - Available 7 days a week
⭐Employee Assistance Programme&nbsp;– Including a 24/7&nbsp;Your Care&nbsp;Helpline
⭐Free Eye Tests&nbsp;and&nbsp;Flu Vaccines
⭐Free Onsite Gym&nbsp;- Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham
⭐Local &amp; Lifestyle Discounts&nbsp;- Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out &amp; more
⭐Move through Menopause Course
⭐Sports &amp; Social Group Activities&nbsp;- Including running, football, cricket &amp; more
⭐Learning &amp; Development Opportunities
⭐Employee Networks
⭐And more!
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Act as a single point of contact for phone calls and emails from staff regarding IT issues and queries, including receiving, logging and managing calls from internal staff</li>
<li>Publishing support documentation to assist staff with requests for information, maintaining the Council’s IT knowledge base and maintaining the IT intranet pages</li>
<li>Apply technical skillset to assist the delivery of the IMT Service</li>
<li>Ensuring that all IT Assets which are no longer fit for purpose of re-use are securely stored until can be disposed of</li>
<li>Ensuring that Laptops and Smartphones are clean and fit for purpose before being allocated and worked on.</li>
<li>Contribute to project work, supporting the wider team, as and when required</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements:
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<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Basic understanding of computer support</li>
<li>Knowledge of Microsoft Products</li>
<li>Good organisational skills</li>
<li>Ability to work as part of a team</li>
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Apprenticeship Requirements:
You must have been a UK, EEA, or EU resident for at least the past three years to undertake this training programme.
If you do not have a Level 2 or equivalent in Maths and English, you will be required to work towards achieving these qualifications as part of your apprenticeship.
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;
Click the link below and Apply Today!
Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rory Kirkpatrick via <a href="mailto:rory.kirkpatrick@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">rory.kirkpatrick@wokingham.gov.uk</a> (Strictly no agencies).
Closing date: Sunday 25th January 2026 at 11pm
Interview date: W/C 26th January 2026
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.
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.
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.
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. 
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Technology Support Apprentice

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Band D Full time, 36 hours per week which will include some time in our wrap around care times to be confirmed.
The Governors of our successful school are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic, hardworking and dedicated Teaching Assistant level 2. &nbsp;The successful candidate will have experience of working with children and supporting teaching and learning across KS1 and KS2 including SEND.
As a Catholic School we expect all staff to support our mission and uphold our ethos and values.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed by prior arrangement, please contact the school office.
Please apply by completing a CES application form and returning to Mrs S Murphy, Headteacher, Our Lady &amp; St. Edward's Catholic Primary School, Price Street, Birkenhead CH41 8DU. Tel. 0151 652 3366 or by email to the school office on <a href="mailto:schooloffice@ourlady-saintedwards.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">schooloffice@ourlady-saintedwards.wirral.sch.uk</a>. The successful candidates will be expected to sign the Catholic Education Service contract.
This post is subject to an Enhanced level DBS check, references and medical clearance. &nbsp;All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.
Closing date: Friday 9 January 2026 (midday) Shortlisting: Friday 9 January 2026 pm Classroom observation: Tuesday 13 January 2026 (pm) Interviews: Thursday 15 January 2026 time to be confirmed
Application form and job description/specification can be found on the school website <a href="http://www.ourlady-saintedwards.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">www.ourlady-saintedwards.wirral.sch.uk</a>

Teaching Assistant - Level 2

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job title: Deputy Team Manager – Permanence ServiceA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks. This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.The role:We are currently recruiting a Deputy Team Manager to join us to lead, motivate, support, and inspire a social work team within our Permanence Service.&nbsp;You will have the drive and passion to deliver excellent services and improve outcomes to ensure a positive difference and brighter future for our children and young people.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>You will be a qualified, SWE actively registered social worker and experienced within Children’s Social Care</li><li>In the role as a non-case holding Deputy Team Manager, you will be responsible to support in the case management and care planning of all children and young people within our Permanence Children’s Service, ensuring safe planning and intervention</li><li>As Deputy Team Manager, you will embed a high-performance high-quality culture by supporting the team with the Team Manager to continually develop their social work practice skills and achieve best practice through continuous improvement, so they can achieve the best outcomes possible for those we care for</li><li>The Deputy Team Manager will support in the recruitment, induction, supervision and training of the team, you’ll champion your team’s personal and professional growth and health and wellbeing, ensuring an inclusive approach</li><li>You will actively engage in risk management policies, procedures and practice and to advise the Team Manager of resource shortfalls and recommend improved methods of working where appropriate&nbsp;</li></ul>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and up to date registration with Social Work England as a qualified Social Worker.Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps:Closing date: midnight on Sunday 11 January 2026 Shortlisting date: Monday 12 January 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 21 January 2026 Interview type: face-to-faceWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Harriet Cadman via&nbsp;<a href="mailto:harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk</a> or Jenny Mallinson via&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jenny.mallinson@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">jenny.mallinson@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

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Liverpool City Council needs you!

Deputy Team Manager - Permanence Service

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Are you looking for an exciting development opportunity in the Council in the Flood Risk Management Team?You will have the opportunity to work across a wide range of disciplines including, Highways, Planning, Environmental and Emergency Planning disciplines and with various external partners.Our Flood Risk Service has a proven track record and is nationally recognised for its work and excellent achievement of delivering priorities including the provision of a flood risk management service to a number of neighbouring Lead Local Flood Authorities.We are a Lead Local Flood Authority and provide a number of flood-related functions including providing statutory responses to planning applications, undertaking flood investigations, land drainage consents and scheme/project delivery. We act as the lead and co-ordinating body to reduce flood risk to residents and businesses within Staffordshire.&nbsp;This role is largely about undertaking the role of Flood Risk Planning Officer - under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010Working from our Lichfield Highways, Trent Valley Road Lichfield, WS13 6EUMain Responsibilities Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Planning Advice: Acting as a statutory consultee, providing formal technical advice on planning applications to ensure developments are safe from flood risk.</li><li>Strategy &amp; Policy: Developing and delivering local flood risk management strategies and Surface Water Management Plans.</li><li>Flood Investigations: Investigating significant flood incidents and outlining solutions with other authorities.</li><li>Technical Advice: Offering expert guidance on drainage, flood risk, and nature-based solutions to internal teams (e.g., Highways) and external partners.</li><li>Acting on behalf of the Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) by preparing formal written responses, attending committee meetings, and engaging with developers, landowners, and members of the public</li><li>Development advice: Experience in assessing sites in regards to flood risk and potential sustainable drainage options.&nbsp;</li><li>Pre-Application advice: Delivering pre-application development advice to developers, Landowners&nbsp;</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have experience of the day to day delivery of flood risk services and working with other partner organisations and highway services to promote joined up and efficient flood risk management, together with:<ul><li>Knowledge and understanding of the administrative, statutory and legal procedures relating to highway, planning, land drainage and flood risk management</li><li>Experience and use of drainage and flood risk mapping&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent knowledge of policies &amp; design standards in relation to flood risk management and drainage systems.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience working with Local Authorities, Environment Agency, Water Companies; handling public queries; engaging with general public, landowners, Council members.</li><li>Knowledge and experience reviewing planning applications and commenting</li><li>Knowledge concerning The National Standards for Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)</li><li>Knowledge of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)</li><li>Knowledge of the Planning Practice Guidance (PPG)</li><li>Knowledge of industry Software &amp; Best Practice: e.g.Drainage Design Packages</li></ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;Interviews will be held during the week commencing 26th January 2026.Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Andrew Brett, Principal Flood Risk Engineer (Acting Flood Risk Manager) at: <a href="mailto:andrew.brett@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrew.brett@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Our 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;

Flood Risk Planning and Projects Officer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job title:&nbsp;Senior Technical ArchitectA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;&nbsp; Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!The role:The role of a Senior Architect involves advanced responsibilities, you will act as a subject-matter-expert for the ICT architecture landscape, founded on an extensive, demonstrable track-record of real-world, successful ICT architecture experience in Technical Architecture, or a technical design role. Plan and carry out skills/knowledge sharing and mentoring of Technical Architects and Service Analysts. You will typically be responsible for the implementation of business applications. &nbsp;Key responsibilities:<ul><li>The role of Senior Technical Architect will provide&nbsp;expert knowledge of business application implementation, mapping interdependencies between technologies, process and projects.&nbsp;Identify, propose and support delivery of programmes of work that provide a logical and achievable path to deliver objectives whilst minimising risk and preventing rework</li><li>Delivery of technical standards and architecture artifacts will be a key requirement of the Senior Technical Architect.&nbsp;Reusing existing technologies wherever possible, to provide cost reduction and exploit new business opportunities</li><li>In the role Senior Technical Architect you will act as solution architect, responsible for delivering technical change within the existing Enterprise. &nbsp;Leading and/or participating in the development of high-quality technical process and documentation standards and templates to be used within ICT, which are appropriate to and tailored to meet the requirements of a range of audiences</li><li>The role of Senior Technical Architect will work with technical experts across multiple disciplines and business owners who deliver Council services.&nbsp;</li><li>Your demonstrable knowledge as a Senior Technical Architect will see you work across all areas of ICT, networks, security, application and data hosting, in addition to softer skills with projects and non-technical staff.&nbsp; You will be required to maintain a comprehensive and current understanding of the ICT marketplace, key trends across the public sector, and opportunities, backed up by first-hand experience of complex technologies including Cloud based infrastructures, virtualisation platforms, high-availability and Disaster Recovery solutions, and enterprise applications</li><li>The role Senior Technical Architect will support other Designers in carrying out their assignments, identifying and delivering commonality: Common processes, common information, common infrastructure, and common standards, with the aim of delivering reduced Enterprise complexity, while supporting change and transformation across the Council</li></ul>Please note: we have one permanent post available and one fixed term contract to cover a secondment within the service until 30 April 2027.&nbsp;Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps:Closing date: midnight on Thursday 22 January 2026 Shortlisting date: Friday 23 January 2026 Interview date: late January/early February 2026 Interview format: face-to-face at the Cunard BuildingWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Chris Marsden at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:chris.marsden@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.marsden@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Senior Technical Architect

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is looking for a passionate and dedicated Young Person’s Advisor to join our ambitious Leaving Care Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to walk alongside care-experienced young people aged 16–25 as they navigate the transition into adulthood. We are a forward-thinking service committed to co-production, meaning we work in partnership with our young people to shape a service that truly meets their needs.We are specifically seeking an experienced Personal Adviser who is driven by their values and committed to supporting those with complex needs, including Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC). You will bring an in-depth understanding of trauma, loss, and displacement, alongside the ability to support young people through the uncertainties of immigration and identity.The successful candidate will be highly skilled at building trusting, professional relationships, maintaining confidence even when engagement is challenging. You must be reflective, organised, and capable of managing a caseload with high-quality recording standards. Working collaboratively with a wide range of partner agencies is essential to this role. If you are motivated by continuous improvement and have a genuine desire to empower care-experienced young people as they shape their own futures, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position in Harrow. About You This is about being part of a service that places care-experienced young people at the heart of everything we do:<ul><li>You'll take part in shaping how we deliver services, whether through feedback forums, co-led events, or piloting new approaches.</li><li>You'll help us build a service where young people’s voices genuinely influence decision-making at every level.</li><li>Supporting care leavers with Pathway Planning, housing, education, finances, health, and wellbeing.</li><li>Building relationships rooted in trust, empathy and consistency.</li><li>Working in a trauma-informed and relationship-based way.</li><li>Acting as a key advocate for young people, helping them access opportunities, overcome barriers, and realise their goals.</li><li>Working with families, carers, professionals, and services across the borough and beyond.</li><li>Recording your work clearly and reflectively, capturing the young person’s journey, not just the intervention.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=24331&amp;hashed=1907242448" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow 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. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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Young Persons Advisor

We are currently recruiting Experienced Social Workers to join our Children in Care Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £51,329 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £3,000 per annum retention payment).Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £46,956 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £2,000 per annum retention payment).Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development" target="_blank">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style </li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.<h4>Additional Information</h4>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>. Laura Saunders, Service Manager (Children in Care) on 01634 337328.<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4> Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Experienced Social Worker - Children in Care Team

We are currently recruiting an Engagement Officer to join the Adult Social Care Engagement Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and work together to strengthen both internal and external engagement within Adult Social Care. The team are responsible for ensuring that we hear and champion the voices of both our internal staff and individuals, families and carers that we work with.We are looking for someone who is dynamic, flexible, friendly, approachable, motivated and has a positive can-do attitude.In this role, you will lead on external engagement initiatives, design programmes to enhance engagement and develop new engagement groups and ensure individuals involvement is meaningful and impactful.A key role will be launching and leading our new community involvement groups across areas of Medway, bringing together residents to share feedback and have meaningful discussions to strengthen Medway's servicesThere is an excellent opportunity to develop and grow the role and look at new and innovative ways in which we can share and develop our engagement work.If you have any queries or would like any more information please contact the recruiting manager Claire Munro Scott, Engagement Manager <a href="mailto:claire.munroscott@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">claire.munroscott@medway.gov.uk</a>Closing date: Sunday 11th January. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.In return we will offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.<ul></ul>

Engagement  Officer

We are currently recruiting for a Practice Development Manager to support the research, design, and delivery of high-quality adults practice across all of Adults Services and the wider system. To lead on a specialist area within newly qualified social workers, social work students and adult apprentices. Coordinating the design and delivery of the programmes and implementation and facilitation of resources to promote best practice. Responsibility for the recruitment, retention, induction, workshops, and observations alongside providing feedback for critical reflection and learning for individuals. Support the development and career progression of students and practitioners, to develop their knowledge, skills, values, and practice. Promote professional development, creating a robust learning culture which will provide high quality practice and effective outcomes for adults, carers, and families. To adhere to and uphold professional standards set out by Medway Council, Social Work Post-Qualifying Standards, Professional Capability Framework and Social Work England. To be an active change agent in driving improvements in the standards of practice, promoting and delivering Medway’s ASC vision alongside, the Care Quality Commission’s commitment: to ensure health and care services provide people with safe, effective, compassionate, high-quality care and to encourage those services to improve. Implement and support training/learning opportunities, to embed strengths-based practice which maximises individuals’ autonomy and promotes independence and healthier lives. Contribute to a comprehensive Quality Assurance framework across the service, by undertaking a range of auditing activity, analysing, and distributing findings to develop and deliver a learning culture across adults. Actively engage the voice of practitioners, adults, carers, and families ensuring individuals experiences and outcomes are tailored, promoting the minimisation of inequalities, enhancing equality including those with different cultural and protected characterises. To support and develop integrated, effective, and efficient approaches in the co-producing with and engagement of adults, carers, and families. To understand the potential and actual inequalities in care and support outcomes: and work across adult’s social care and the wider systems alongside such groups to co-produce actions to reduce inequalities. To be an active participant and lead in collaboration with partner agencies, communities, and wider systems to ensure a diverse and flexible joined up approach is embedded within practice. To provide support and challenge across the service where appropriate to ensure practice remains focused on the Adult. To support in policy development across Adult Social Care. <h4>In return we will offer you: </h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<h4> </h4><h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. <h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile <h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Practice Development Manager

Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team: Environment Services plays a vital role in delivering a wide range of essential council functions. From keeping our streets clean and managing refuse collections, to maintaining our award-winning parks and open spaces, we take pride in caring for the local environment. Working within our Waste &amp; Recycling services department, you will play a key role in ensuring the timely and efficient collection of household waste and recycling. You’ll be part of a dedicated team that strives for high standards, delivers excellent service and is continually working to improve the quality and sustainability of our services – helping to create cleaner, greener and more welcoming communities for everyone. Hours: 37 per week Your Contributions: To undertake duties connected with the removal of domestic or commercial refuse from premises as directed.- Experience in a waste related activities- Communication skills- A knowledge of waste collection practices Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li> A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service with the option to purchase an additional four-days of unpaid leave for our Annual Christmas Closedown</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development</li><li> Free Car Parking at HBC sites</li><li> Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Mark Patino <a href="mailto:mark.patino@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">mark.patino@halton.gov.uk</a> Interviews TBC At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Waste Recycling Operative 

Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team: Environment Services plays a vital role in delivering a wide range of essential council functions. From keeping our streets clean and managing refuse collections, to maintaining our award-winning parks and open spaces, we take pride in caring for the local environment. Working within our Waste &amp; Recycling services department, you will play a key role in ensuring the timely and efficient collection of household waste and recycling. You’ll be part of a dedicated team that strives for high standards, delivers excellent service and is continually working to improve the quality and sustainability of our services – helping to create cleaner, greener and more welcoming communities for everyone. Hours: 37 per week Your Contributions: The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, both verbal demonstrating the ability to communicate clearly and courteously and written, with the capability to complete basic paperwork accurately. They must possess good driving skills, including the ability to manoeuvre large vehicles in restricted or challenging areas. A good level of physical fitness is essential, as the role involves demanding work, often carried out outdoors in all weather conditions. Candidates should be able to work independently using their own initiative, and also contribute effectively as part of a team. A sound awareness of health and safety practices is important, and a willingness to adapt to a flexible working pattern is required. The candidate must hold a valid HGV licence and possess an up-to-date Driver CPC qualification, both of which are essential requirements for the role. The candidate should have experience driving refuse collection vehicles, demonstrating competence and familiarity with the specific demands of this type of work. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service with the option to purchase an additional four-days of unpaid leave for our Annual Christmas Closedown</li><li> Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li> 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme#</li><li> Investment in your personal development</li><li> Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li> Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Mark Sergeant - <a href="mailto:mark.patino@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">mark.patino@halton.gov.uk</a> Interviews TBC At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Waste and Recycling Driver/Chargehand

Job Title: Library Support Driver - Welwyn Garden City Starting Salary: £25,185 progressing to £25,583 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Welwyn Garden City Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>This is a rare opportunity to join our team of five Library Support Drivers, managed by our Facilities Support Officer. You will be driving a 3.5 tonne van and be responsible for delivering, collecting and sorting items from libraries as well as educational and health settings.You will be part of our close-knit Libraries Logistics and Distribution team, which supports 46 libraries throughout Hertfordshire. We are currently based with our Central Stocks Unit at Welwyn Garden City and will be moving to St Albans within the next 12 months.<h4>About the role</h4>Working days are Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day with some flexibility around start times. Our drivers like to get out early to avoid the traffic and usually complete deliveries before our libraries open to the public.Library Support Drivers are responsible for sorting, loading, unloading and delivering stock, equipment and items of furniture to libraries, often out of hours when the libraries are closed. This requires the confidence to work alone while unlocking, locking and setting intruder alarms.<h4>About you</h4>We are seeking a reliable, proactive individual who interacts professionally with colleagues and members of the public and is keen to deliver high standards of service with care, consideration and courtesy.This role requires a good level of physical fitness and resilience. You will be lifting, carrying, loading and unloading boxes of library stock, furniture and equipment. You will be making deliveries in all weathers, often in the dark and before libraries open.You must be a patient, considerate and competent driver, operating the vehicle safely, legally and economically at all times. A DVLA licence check will be carried out prior to appointment and every 6 months thereafter.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Operational Services, level OPS4 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Operational servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Nigel Braggins, Facilities Support Officer or Kay Murphy, Support Services Manager on 0300 123 4049 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 21st &amp; 23rd January 2026Benefits of working for us <h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Library Support Driver - Welwyn Garden City

Come Join Our Team as a Senior Enablement Support Worker at Derbyshire County Council Dales START Team🌟Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? 💖 Do you have a heart full of compassion and leadership potential? If so, we want YOU to be a part of our dedicated enablement team!As a Senior Enablement Support Worker with us, you won't just be providing care; you'll be a beacon of support and guidance, helping our care staff shine their brightest. ✨ Your role will involve:👩‍👧‍👦 Leading and mentoring our fantastic enablement support workers.🌟 Promoting best practices.🤝 Delivering high-quality care and support to clients with diverse needs. But that's not all! 🌈 We offer you:🏡 The opportunity to work three shifts, including early, late, and 9-5.🎁 Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.🏖️ Generous annual leave (25 days per year, rising to 30 after 5 years) + 8 bank holidays.📚 Training and development opportunities to grow in your career.🚗 Paid travel expenses if you need to travel to other sites.🚴‍♂️ The chance to join our Smarter Travel Scheme, including the cycle to work scheme.🤗 Supportive management and an amazing team.👁️ Access to in-house occupational services, including free eye tests, physiotherapy, and counselling.💰 Exclusive Derbyshire rewards with hundreds of discounts and cashback opportunities. Learn more about the incredible benefits of working with us on our reward and recognition <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">page</a>.Ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents? 🌼 Apply today and join our caring community!Provisional Interview Date: 23 January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following <a href="https://www.acas.org.uk/young-workers-apprentices-and-work-experience" target="_blank">ACAS link</a> is understood before applyingImportant: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Derbyshire County Council

Senior Enablement Support Worker

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Support Planner - CLS Team 4 Salary:&nbsp;£33,531 - £38,052 per annum&nbsp; Grade:&nbsp;D Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week Thurrock Adult Social care is seeking an exceptional individual to join us as a Support Planner in our Community Led Support Team 4. This role is an interesting opportunity to work in a Team that is committed to connecting individuals with their communities. The team&nbsp;is about&nbsp;responsive social care&nbsp;support that creates&nbsp;opportunity for vulnerable people to come together with their community to explore opportunities and outcomes, while providing support&nbsp;that is committed to safeguarding the most vulnerable. &nbsp;&nbsp; As part of a&nbsp;CLS team&nbsp;you will be working in a way that is responsive and proportionate, working&nbsp;with people to achieve their outcomes using their strengths and their community creativity, linking people with their communities focusing on ‘what matters&nbsp;rather than what’s the matter’.&nbsp;You will need to be an excellent communicator and able to work alongside colleagues in other departments, health, community partners and agencies in order to meet the care and support needs, and outcomes for our residents.&nbsp; DBS Check: At Enhanced level with Adults Barred List is required for this post. Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; Adult Social Care has so much to offer you, and we look forward to seeing what you can offer Adult Social Care. At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd December 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;4th January 2026 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Maureen Okpalauko Team Manager -&nbsp;<a href="mailto:mokpalauko@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">mokpalauko@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/IQCpq4s9We_8TYLgBOdHjLiXAZFWgmH72fl-xeHNRr6__sI?e=ynEbIk" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Application Requirements As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Support Planner - Adult Social Care CLS Team 4

<h4>Additional salary details</h4>Are you ready to be the driving force behind spaces that inspire, support and empower? Join Southwark Council as an Area Facilities Officer and play a key role in shaping modern, sustainable workplaces across our borough. You won’t just be maintaining buildings – you’ll be enhancing environments where our people and communities thrive.What makes this role stand out?<ul><li>Real Impact: You’ll directly influence how our staff and residents experience council spaces, ensuring they are safe, efficient, and inspiring places to work and visit.</li><li>Collaborative Spirit: You’ll work with a wide range of stakeholders, from technical teams to contractors to building users, building trusted relationships that keep everything running smoothly.</li><li>Growth &amp; Responsibility: With the authority to monitor performance, manage contracts, and commit expenditure, you’ll have the scope to make a real difference while developing your career in facilities management.</li></ul>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality), underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £35,373 - £41,637<h4>The role</h4>What you’ll be doing:<ul><li>Visiting and inspecting buildings across the borough to ensure facilities are safe, compliant, and supportive of modern ways of working.</li><li>Building strong partnerships with contractors, colleagues, and building users to deliver excellent facilities services.</li><li>Monitoring and managing contractor performance, covering statutory, planned, and reactive maintenance.</li><li>Overseeing delivery of hard and soft services to meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs).</li><li>Providing professional advice and reporting to ensure operational programmes are cost-effective, sustainable, and compliant.</li><li>Committing and authorising expenditure within agreed limits.</li></ul>How you’ll add impact: Our team provides first-class Corporate Facilities support across multiple sites and depots. We need a dynamic and experienced Area Facilities Officer who will bring a blend of the following: <ul><li>A confident and articulate professional with strong influencing and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Experience working in facilities management, with knowledge of both hard and soft services.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with external partners to deliver high-quality outcomes.</li><li>Strong customer focus with a passion for creating positive building user experiences.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with an eye for detail and service improvement.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.</li><li>Ability to work with minimal supervision, meeting deadlines under pressure.</li><li>Enjoy a balanced approach with flexible home working.</li></ul><h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Application Closing Date: 11:59pm on the 16th of January 2026Interview Date: The 4th or 11th of February 2026 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 Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs 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 reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2603067&amp;ptId=110479" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Area Facilities Officer

<h4>The Role</h4>Deputy Head Teacher (SENCO &amp; Senior Leader)Summerhouse Behaviour Support Service – Southwark Contract: Leadership Group 8–15 | Full-time | Permanent Start Date: April 2025 (or earlier by negotiation)We are seeking an exceptional, passionate and resilient Deputy Head Teacher to join the senior leadership team at Summerhouse Behaviour Support Service, a unique primary SEMH provision offering short-term placement and outreach support to Southwark schools. You will play a key strategic role in leading teaching and learning, behaviour and inclusion, and ensuring that every child receives high-quality education, care and personalised support.As Deputy Head Teacher, you will:<ul><li>Lead on teaching, learning and curriculum development across the service.</li><li>Be class-based up to 40% of the week, modelling outstanding practice.</li><li>Lead assessment, progress tracking and data analysis.</li><li>Oversee SEND provision as the service SENCO.</li><li>Deputise for the Head Teacher and contribute to whole-school strategic direction.</li><li>Coordinate support for staff underperformance and lead induction for new staff.</li><li>Monitor and report on key priorities including safeguarding, attendance, behaviour and pupil progress.</li><li>Support the reintegration of pupils back to mainstream school.</li></ul>This is a rare opportunity to help shape a highly regarded specialist service and make a significant difference to children with social, emotional and mental health needs.About YouWe are looking for an inspiring leader who is committed to inclusion, trauma-informed practice and improving outcomes for vulnerable children. You will bring:<ul><li>Substantial primary teaching experience and proven senior leadership experience.</li><li>SENCO qualification or equivalent substantial SENCO experience.</li><li>Expertise in SEMH, behaviour support, safeguarding and multi-agency working.</li></ul><h4>The role</h4><ul><li>The ability to lead staff, drive improvement and support professional development.</li><li>Strong skills in assessment, data analysis and school improvement.</li><li>Excellent communication, emotional intelligence and a reflective, resilient approach.</li><li>A deep commitment to anti-racist, inclusive and relationship-based practice.</li></ul>If you are motivated by the belief that every child can succeed with the right support, we would love to hear from you.What We OfferAt Summerhouse, you will join a warm, skilled and highly committed team who are passionate about improving children’s life chances. We offer:<ul><li>A strategic leadership role with meaningful responsibility and scope to shape the service.</li><li>A supportive, collaborative culture rooted in compassion, respect and ambition for children.</li><li>High-quality professional development including leadership training and SEND development.</li><li>Opportunities to work closely with a wide network of Southwark schools and agencies.</li><li>A well-established and respected SEMH provision with strong systems and a clear ethos.</li><li>Access to Southwark employee benefits, wellbeing support and professional networks.</li></ul>Visits to Summerhouse are warmly encouraged.This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.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.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert closing date: 11.59pm on Monday 5th January 2026Interviews: Thursday 15th January 2026The 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.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2681813&amp;ptId=110540" target="_blank">Please click here to view the Job Description</a></li></ul>





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Deputy Head Teacher

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Are you ready to redefine how pay, reward, and recognition work, within an organisation in a period of corporate wide change and big aspirations? At Southwark Council, we’re not standing still, we’re driving forward an ambitious people strategy that supports a high-performing, inclusive, and modern public service.Vision<ul><li>Transform Shape the future of our pay, reward, and benefits, influencing how 5,000 employees are recognised and valued</li><li>Lead Play a key role in successfully delivering our reward projects, business as usual and implementing the outcome of a pay and reward review, aligned with the replacement of our ERP</li><li>Drive cultural change Be part of a proudly diverse, anti-racist, and inclusive organisation committed to equity and transparency in everything we do.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Pay and Reward Specialist to lead our reward portfolio. You’ll be at the heart of shaping policy, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring our people strategy underpins the success of Southwark 2030, our organisation’s strategic plan.Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Provide strategic direction for pay, performance management, benefits, and reward strategies across the Council</li><li>Lead the review of pay and grading and non-financial recognition initiatives</li><li>Ensure the effective application of reward policies including market supplements, recruitment and retention initiatives, incremental progression, and allowances, including additional duties and acting up payments</li><li>Partner with trade unions and senior HR leaders on pay negotiations and workforce consultation</li><li>Drive the integration of pay and reward principles within the ERP implementation, improving governance and sustainability</li><li>Conduct research, pay benchmarking, and lead policy development to shape evidence-based recommendations</li><li>Champion equality, inclusion, and transparency across all pay and reward practices</li><li>Lead and inspire a small, high-impact team delivering complex change at scale</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>You have a proven track record in reward transformation and systems implementation, ideally within Local Government or a similar large, complex unionised organisation. You bring:<ul><li>Deep expertise in pay and reward design, job evaluation, and related employment law</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills, with confidence navigating trade union engagement and pay negotiations, along with influencing senior leadership discussions and decisions</li><li>A solutions-focused, proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic environment</li><li>Demonstrable ability to build trust with trade unions, HR colleagues and key partners</li><li>A commitment to driving fairness, innovation, and inclusion in everything you deliver</li><li>Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, tact, diplomacy, and a employee-focused mindset</li><li>Proactivity, enthusiasm, and professionalism, with a passion for improving pay and reward.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>A part of your application you'll be required to submit an up to date CV in addition to a supporting statement, no longer than 1 side of A4. Salary: £59,526 - £74,040 + JNC annual allowance of £2,724Recruitment timetable:Please note these dates cannot be rescheduled.Application Closing Date: 11:59 PM on 11th January 2026Shortlisting: 15th January 2026Technical Assessment (Psychometric): 16th January 2026 (online)Internal Stakeholder Panel: 20th January 2026 (MS Teams)Interview Date: 26th January 2026 (in person)About Southwark CouncilAt Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals, and attend our universities. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>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 Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs 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 reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2682019&amp;ptId=110559" target="_blank">Strategic Pay and Reward Specialist - Job Description &amp; Person Specification.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Strategic Pay and Reward Specialist

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £53,460 - £56,681 a year pro rata plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed Term We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Flood Risk Programme Development Manager to play a leading role in shaping and delivering the council’s flood risk and sustainable drainage programme. This is a unique opportunity to lead on a portfolio of schemes that are critical to protecting our town from the increasing risks of climate change, ranging from flagship projects such as the Open Lea town centre scheme to the SuDS in Schools programme and a series of smaller but equally important developments.In this role, you will act as the council’s lead professional within the climate change team, taking full responsibility for creating and delivering new flood risk management and sustainable drainage projects. You will manage schemes from the earliest stages of site identification and financial appraisal through to land acquisition, procurement, construction and successful handover. You will ensure that projects meet the highest standards of compliance, safety, governance and quality while remaining on time and within budget.The role is central to driving forward projects of strategic importance and includes working closely with government agencies, water companies, developers and other risk management authorities. You will represent the council in regional and national forums, act as an ambassador for investment in flood risk management and help to attract development partners to support our wider vision for climate resilience and blue/green infrastructure improvements. Alongside project delivery, you will line manage project officers and other staff, deputise for the Head of Climate Change where required, and contribute to the development of strategies, policies and procedures that will strengthen our long-term approach to flood risk.Please notethis position is available as a Fixed Term Contract for up to 3 yearsPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for an experienced and confident professional with significant experience in developing and delivering flood risk and sustainable drainage projects, from inception through to completion. You will have a strong track record in programme management, including managing multiple projects simultaneously and overseeing capital budgets at scale. Your technical knowledge of construction, drainage and flood risk mitigation, combined with an understanding of land acquisition, planning and procurement processes, will enable you to lead complex schemes effectively.You will be an excellent communicator, able to build strong and positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, from senior colleagues and elected members to partner agencies, developers and local communities. You will bring strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to secure consensus and commitment across diverse groups. Well organised and highly resilient, you will be able to manage competing demands, maintain clear oversight of multiple projects and respond quickly to emerging challenges.We are seeking someone with the vision to shape inclusive and sustainable solutions that meet the needs of our community, and the drive to ensure they are delivered to the highest standard. A relevant professional qualification in construction, the built environment or sustainability alongside evidence of continuing professional development, will be expected. Above all, you will bring leadership, expertise and determination to a role that will make a tangible difference to the future resilience of our town.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1637040&amp;ptId=12162" target="_blank">download: PREF105709 202509 M5 Flood Risk Programme Development Manager.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1637041&amp;ptId=12162" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer (1).pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Flood Risk Programme Development Manager

About the roleThe Accounts Officer role will be to manage and administer all utility-related accounts for properties within our commercial portfolio, ensuring accurate billing, timely payments, and compliance with company procedures. Additionally, provide front-of-house reception services and tenant liaison support, delivering excellent customer care and assisting with general administrative tasks. This role will be based at the three Business Centres located in Corby and Raunds.What will you be doing?Key ResponsibilitiesUtility Management<ul><li>Manage utilities for vacant and rechargeable properties within the portfolio.</li><li>Coordinate disconnection and reconnection of services, resolving discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Negotiate and agree utility contracts with suppliers.</li><li>Liaise with utility companies to ensure timely invoice processing and avoid late payment fees.</li><li>Calculate and process utility recharges for applicable properties.</li><li>Raise purchase orders, receipt invoices, organise refunds, and close purchase orders at year-end.</li><li>Raise sales orders to tenants for utility recharges.</li></ul>Tenant &amp; Property Coordination<ul><li>Coordinate utilities for tenants moving in and out of properties.</li><li>Verify meter accessibility and condition, reporting faults or tampering.</li><li>Arrange installation of smart meters where required.</li><li>Maintain accurate meter information (serial numbers, readings, location).</li><li>Provide reception cover and meet-and-greet services for visitors, tenants, and dignitaries.</li><li>Assist visitors with queries and direct them appropriately.</li><li>Liaise with tenants and internal colleagues regarding meeting bookings and events.</li></ul>Reception &amp; Administrative Duties<ul><li>Answer telephone calls and general enquiries professionally.</li><li>Undertake mailroom duties including distribution, franking, and special deliveries.</li><li>Photocopy and prepare documents as required by tenants.</li><li>Record data for sundries invoicing and assist with diary coordination for meeting rooms, including catering arrangements.</li><li>Update telephone system for billing purposes.</li><li>Assist with Fire Evacuation process and hold Fire Warden and First Aid certification.</li></ul>Supplier Liaison<ul><li>Open, close, or transfer accounts for vacant units.</li><li>Submit meter readings promptly and accurately.</li><li>Resolve discrepancies with suppliers, including incorrect charges or usage queries.</li><li>Track and manage ongoing supplier communications to ensure timely responses.</li></ul>Invoice &amp; Cost Management<ul><li>Receive, review, and process utility invoices.</li><li>Check invoices for accuracy, including dates, meter readings, and tariff application.</li><li>Flag and resolve anomalies such as unusual consumption or billing errors.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records for utility costs during vacancy.</li></ul>Administration &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Maintain an up-to-date log of properties, meter details, suppliers, and contract statuses.</li><li>Ensure documentation complies with company processes and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Prepare regular reports summarising meter readings, costs, queries, and outstanding issues.</li><li>Maintain accurate records on the ERP system and utilities spreadsheet.</li><li>Support the wider property management team with utility-related queries.</li><li>Additional ad hoc duties as required by the service area.</li></ul>About youPerson Specification<ul><li>Organisational Skills: Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively.</li><li>Problem Solving: Proactive approach to resolving issues with suppliers and tenants.</li><li>Customer Service: Professional and courteous when dealing with tenants, suppliers, and visitors.</li><li>Teamwork: Willingness to support colleagues and cover additional duties when required.</li></ul>Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.Disability Confident EmployerWe are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. Our Employment and Disability Service provides bespoke support to individuals facing barriers to employment, helping them work towards their goals to start, stay and succeed in employment. For further information please click here <a href="https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/directory/support-offer/employment-and-disability-service-eads" target="_blank">The Employment and Disability Service (EADS) | North Northamptonshire Council</a>Armed Forces Community The council obtained the Gold status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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North Northamptonshire Council

Accounts Officer

About the roleWe are currently seeking a passionate and highly motivated Active Communities Officer to join our busy NN Leisure Active Communities Team. As the post holder you will be developing and managing opportunities across North Northamptonshire for residents to be more active and move more, across all ages and abilities.You will be supporting with the delivery of the NNC Active Communities Strategy and programmes to encourage more North Northamptonshire residents to participate in physical activity, make positive lifestyle changes and create regular long-term participation to improve their health, mental and physical wellbeing.What will you be doing?Workstreams will include school term time and holiday programmes, sport and activity sessions, events, club development programmes, coaching and leadership schemes, and marketing and monitoring for these programmes. You will work alongside many different partners and foster strong relationships to achieve this, for example with Northamptonshire Sport, NGB’s, Local Clubs, Schools, Community Safety, Police, voluntary sector groups, local companies, diverse community groups etc.You will ensure that all sessions and programmes comply with health and safety standards and that Safeguarding policies and procedures are robust and adhered to as the safety of all participants and staff will be paramount.About youIn order to be considered for this role you'll have experience of organising and delivering sport and play sessions, hold a Level 4 or equivalent in Sport, Play or Health and at least hold one level 2 NGB coaching/instructing qualification. You will have an outgoing personality, be a team player and be able to work flexible hours as required for the needs of the business (e.g. ad hoc - early mornings, evenings, school holidays and occasional weekends for events) The Council operates a flexitime scheme and can offer a hybrid approach to working as the postholder will be able to work remotely for part of the working week around delivery and set office based days. Once appointed to the post, the Council will be able to offer support to the post holder to access further training in coach development, leadership tutoring and sport, play and health qualifications. Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.Disability Confident EmployerWe are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. Our Employment and Disability Service provides bespoke support to individuals facing barriers to employment, helping them work towards their goals to start, stay and succeed in employment. For further information please click here <a href="https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/directory/support-offer/employment-and-disability-service-eads" target="_blank">The Employment and Disability Service (EADS) | North Northamptonshire Council</a>Armed Forces Community The council obtained the Gold status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Active Communities Officer - Children and Young People

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Please apply online via the link provided.




We have one Permanent, Part time opportunity (22 hours per week) and one 12 Month Fixed Term Contract / Secondment, Full time opportunity (36 hours per week).
SO2 £42,912 – £44,235 (pro rata equivalent £26,244 – £27,032)
Borough-wide | Every Saturday &amp; Regular Evenings / Late Nights Location:&nbsp;Borough-Wide Markets &amp; Street Trading Sites | Outdoors | Evenings &amp; Weekends
Join One of the UK’s Most Award-Winning Public Realm Teams
Hackney’s Markets, Shop Fronts &amp; Street Trading Service has become one of the most celebrated local authority teams in the country with 24 national awards in seven years, pioneering digital licensing, leading London-wide reforms, and launching some of the boldest public-realm projects in the UK.
We keep Hackney’s streets vibrant, safe and buzzing from bustling restaurant terraces to beautifully managed shopfronts, thriving al fresco dining spaces, London’s first Zero Plastic Markets, and now the introduction of licensed A-boards, Business Parklets, and expanded Al fresco dining zones and street eateries.
Now we’re growing. We’re looking for two brilliant Shop Fronts Service Officers who want to be part of something genuinely special: people who thrive in fast-paced public spaces, enjoy building relationships with businesses, and want to shape how one of London’s most dynamic boroughs looks, feels, and trades.
About the Role
As a Shop Front Services Officer, you’ll be the friendly, knowledgeable and authoritative presence on Hackney’s high streets, helping businesses thrive while ensuring our public spaces remain safe, inclusive and beautifully managed.
You will:
<ul>
<li>Contribute to the rollout of Hackney’s new A-board licensing scheme, inspections, compliance, business support and day-to-day management.</li>
<li>Support the launch and expansion of Business Parklets and enhanced outdoor trading areas.</li>
<li>Manage and enforce pavement licences, shop front trading, al fresco dining, and licensed premises activity.</li>
<li>Resolve issues on the street with confidence, fairness, and professionalism.</li>
<li>Carry out inspections, measurements and compliance checks across the borough</li>
<li>Work directly with hundreds of local businesses from cafés and restaurants to retailers and creative independents.</li>
<li>Support sustainability, accessibility and zero-waste initiatives through practical and consistent street management.</li>
<li>Play a key role in Hackney’s ambitious environmental and inclusive-economy goals.</li>
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You will work a rota pattern that includes weekends, evenings and late nights, ensuring Hackney is thriving when the borough is busiest.
The full-time officer will take a lead portfolio role in A-boards, Business and new public-realm activation schemes.
We’re Looking For
You’ll be great in this role if you are:
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<li>A confident communicator who loves working with people</li>
<li>Calm, practical and diplomatic — even during challenging situations</li>
<li>Someone who enjoys outdoor, hands-on work across different sites</li>
<li>Strong on fairness, consistency and public service</li>
<li>Happy balancing advisory support with firm, clear enforcement</li>
<li>Organised, digitally confident and able to manage your own workload</li>
<li>Excited to help shape the future of Hackney’s streets</li>
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Experience in licensing, enforcement, business engagement, retail, hospitality, markets, public realm or similar environments is welcome but attitude, judgement, values and presence matter most.
You’re a trusted presence in public space, a relationship-builder, and a driver of positive outcomes.
You will bring:
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<li>Proven frontline or operational leadership experience, ideally in public services, markets, retail, events, hospitality, or enforcement&nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong commercial awareness and confidence to grow income.</li>
<li>A commitment to fairness, sustainability and public service</li>
<li>Ability to manage licensing, inspections, business&nbsp; engagement and on-site resolution</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both face-to-face and in writing</li>
<li>Digital literacy, confident using Microsoft Office, Google Suites, CRM systems and tablets</li>
<li>Comfort with outdoor working, manual handling, and physical movement around the borough.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A full and clean driving licence.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h3>Why Join Us?</h3>
24 national awards&nbsp;— LGC, NABMA, APSE, ENGAGE, Hackney Stars and more
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<li>Part of London’s most innovative and forward-looking Shop Fronts Team.</li>
<li>A service known for fairness, inclusivity, sustainability and excellence</li>
<li>Work that directly shapes public space, community life and business success</li>
<li>A highly supportive team culture with real progression opportunities</li>
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You’ll be joining the service behind:
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<li>Zero Plastic Markets</li>
<li>The expansion of al fresco dining post-pandemic</li>
<li>Borough-wide public realm improvements and business engagement programmes</li>
<li>London’s only digital Open Markets platform</li>
<li>Award-winning licensing and public-space management</li>
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This is a role with real purpose, a blend of public service, commercial awareness, and frontline leadership&nbsp;
<h3>Apply Now</h3>
Questions? Contact the Markets, Shop Fronts &amp; Street Trading Service through the job page.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds — we are a proudly inclusive and anti-racist employer.
Hackney Shop Fronts: Where streets, small businesses and community life thrive. Join us.
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.&nbsp;
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.&nbsp;
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add.
AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
This application process replaces a supporting statement.
Prior to applying for a vacancy for a secondment opportunity, please liaise with your line manager and inform them of your interest in applying for the role.&nbsp;
Closing date for applications: 11 January 2026 (22:59)
Interview date: 21 and 22 January 2026
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>

London Borough of Hackney

Shop Fronts Service Officer

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Employment &amp; Skills Service is part of Coventry City Council.&nbsp; We work with a range of delivery partners to provide a wide portfolio of&nbsp;top quality&nbsp;support to Coventry residents&nbsp;of all ages who are looking for work.&nbsp;&nbsp;We work with partners across the city and our Employer Hub actively works with local employers to generate opportunities for local people.&nbsp;Our friendly and welcoming Job Shop is situated in Coventry City Centre.&nbsp;We are here to support all Coventry residents to search for employment, training, apprenticeships and work placements.&nbsp;&nbsp;People can explore a wide range of local vacancies that are updated daily and access training opportunities.&nbsp;&nbsp;We also provide&nbsp;ground-breaking&nbsp;specialist support for&nbsp;local residents&nbsp;who face multiple and sometimes complex barriers that make it hard for them to find a job.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Job Shop and our exciting range of specialist employment support programmes are among the very best support available in the UK&nbsp;Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing service and make a difference to the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).‘Changing Futures Together’ is part of the Job Shop’s employment service and has been developed to make a difference to the lives of young people with barriers, helping them to develop their employment skills and progress into meaningful, sustainable and good quality employment. We work in partnership with the Council’s SEND team to ensure our customers have better choice and control, good quality support and the opportunity to progress through a range of employment pathways. We support individuals with learning disabilities, autism/neurodiverse, physical disabilities and people who face major barriers when it comes to gaining employment.&nbsp;As our Employment Link Officer, you will be responsible for leading on Supported Internships and employer engagement, creating an extensive network of employers in order to develop a wide range of employment related opportunities. This includes workplace visits, work experience placements, supported internship placements, inclusive apprenticeships and paid employment opportunities.&nbsp;You will work as an integrated member of the team alongside our Supported Employment Manager and Study Programme Manager. You will work closely with our existing employer partners, schools, colleges and a wide range of other partners to ensure that the opportunities you develop match the needs of the individuals we support. &nbsp;You will line manage Job Coaches who have their own caseloads to ensure that the young people we support have secure transitions when they leave us. You will ensure that our employers receive outstanding support and that any issues are addressed promptly and effectively.You will play a key role in ensuring that we provide high quality person-centred support and that the service operates in line with the Supported Employment Model.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? You will be committed to Equality and Inclusion and fundamentally believe that everyone has the right to be part of and contribute to the economy. You will believe that given the right opportunity and support, everyone can make a positive contribution and have a meaningful and fulfilling life.You will be outgoing with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire others. You will be able to develop and sustain strong relationships and utilise these to influence and negotiate opportunities.You will have experience of supported employment, understanding the needs of employers and the business case for employing a diverse workforce and be able to utilise this knowledge to develop a broad range of opportunities.You will thrive on new challenges and be self-motivated with a can-do approach, able to work effectively on your own and as part of a&nbsp;team as well as travel independently to a variety of locations.You will have excellent communications and IT skills and be able to effectively communicate with a wide range of people both verbally and in writing.&nbsp;For further information or to discuss the role during the Christmas period, please contact Giles Holmes: <a href="mailto:Giles.Holmes@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Giles.Holmes@coventry.gov.uk</a>Please be aware that the service will be closed between Christmas and the new year, after which date you can contact Hannah Rogers for more information:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hannah.rogers@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">hannah.rogers@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;07534 280 586.&nbsp;If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.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>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): Thursday 15th January at The Job Shop. The interview will consist of a face-to-face panel interview and a presentation.About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant, and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Employment Link Officer - SEND

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Bereavement Officer (RP0021) Starting salary £34,431pa with progression to £37,464pa through annual increments subject to satisfactory service (inclusive of outer fringe allowance) 37 hours per week (5 days out of 7 including some Saturdays on a rota) Permanent contract We are looking for a Bereavement Officer to join our dedicated team, providing compassionate and professional services to our local communities. Your dedication to delivering the highest standards of customer care will be vital, ensuring families can place their trust in you during some of life’s most difficult moments. We are looking for someone who takes pride in presenting themselves with professionalism and who can respond sensitively to the needs of our diverse communities. As a valued member of our team, you will play an important role across all areas of the Bereavement Service, including: Chapel Duties – Welcoming families and Funeral Directors, ensuring services are conducted with dignity and run seamlessly. Cremation – Undertaking full training and working towards an accredited FBCA qualification, participating in the complete cremation process and the respectful management of ashes. Administration– Managing bookings for burials and cremations, verifying documentation, maintaining accurate records, and supporting families with enquiries. Contract Management – Overseeing contractors to ensure cemeteries are maintained to our service standards, including grounds care, site cleaning, and grave preparation. You will be based at our award-winning Oak Hill Lawn Cemetery &amp; Crematorium five days per week (including some Saturdays on a rota basis), with travel required to cemeteries and other council offices and sites across the borough. You will have a UK full driving license. The ability to converse with ease with members of the public and to provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post. You will have access to the local government benefits such as generous annual leave, national pay award agreements, and the local pension partnership. We offer a wide range of health and wellbeing events as well as a learning and development programme. To see all the benefits of working for Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council, visit our careers website here:<a href="https://careers.welhat.gov.uk/homepage/8/my-rewards" target="_blank">My Rewards – Careers</a> Please note we do not offer sponsorship for employment in the UK. Closing date for applications is 18 January 2026 Remote assessments will be held on 22 January 2026 Face to face interviews will be held on 29 January 2026 Keywords: Bereavement, Cemetery, Cremations, Customers, Support, Chapel, Services, Burials, Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council, Funeral.

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

Bereavement Officer (RP0021)

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Coventry’s Rough Sleeping Team has grown significantly over recent years and now supports people experiencing homelessness at every stage of their housing journey. We help individuals move indoors and work with them to prevent further homelessness once they have secured accommodation. Our team supports people with a wide range of needs, often involving complex and challenging circumstances.We recognise that for some individuals, returning to rough sleeping can be a recurring experience. We are committed to breaking this cycle by providing more effective and sustainable supported accommodation.As part of our expanding team of Outreach and Accommodation Workers, the new Senior Accommodation Worker (RSOT) will be responsible for managing a new 15‑room Supported Accommodation house and leading a team of four Support Workers.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? The Senior Accommodation Worker (RSOT) will lead the day‑to‑day operation of a new 15‑room Supported Accommodation house, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, person‑centred support for individuals transitioning away from rough sleeping. The post holder will manage and support a team of four Support Workers, providing guidance, supervision, and direction to ensure consistent and effective practice.The role involves working closely with residents to stabilise their accommodation, develop independent living skills, and access the services they need to sustain long‑term housing. You will also support the development of improved pathways into accommodation, strengthen partnership working with internal and external agencies, and ensure accurate monitoring of outcomes and progress. This is a frontline leadership role requiring strong organisational skills, sound professional judgement, and a commitment to improving outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.&nbsp;The role sits within a wider supportive team, providing street outreach and accommodation support All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? We are seeking a motivated and resilient individual with experience of working with rough sleepers or people with multiple and complex needs. You will bring a calm, professional approach and the ability to build constructive relationships with individuals who may have experienced trauma, instability, or repeated homelessness.The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, the ability to support and guide a small team, and confidence in managing challenging situations. You will be an effective communicator, able to work collaboratively with a wide range of partners, and capable of developing creative solutions to help individuals move towards sustained accommodation. If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.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>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): 30/01/2026&nbsp;About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

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