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Job Description Salary: £37,815 - £43,083 per annum (plus Market Factor Supplement of £5,400 per annum*) Grade E Permanent Contract 37 Hours per Week The role is within one of Thurrock Children's Services Child and Family Assessment Teams. The service is supportive and has a stable management team. Rated ‘Outstanding’ across all areas by&nbsp;Ofsted in 2024, Thurrock Council Children's Services are now looking forward to not only maintaining an Outstanding rating, but striving to make further improvements in our service delivery. &nbsp; The Assessment service is responsible for undertaking assessments of need for children, young people and families that are deemed to potentially required statutory intervention. The team is often the first interaction for children and families with a social worker and therefore excellent communication skills are important to the role.&nbsp; &nbsp; You will be responsible for undertaking Child and Family Assessments that must be completed within the designated timeframe and you should have experience of working to deadlines and ensuring that you are able to build effective relationships with families and professionals to ensure this time is utilised appropriately.&nbsp; &nbsp; You will have a good understanding of thresholds, risk factors and ability to identify strengths within families and communities. You will have a good ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in written form and ensure that you record information in a timely and accessible way. You will be a Qualified Social Worker and have at least 12 months experience and have successfully completed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE). You will be able to demonstrate an commitment to your Continual Professional Development and keen to learn and develop your practice.&nbsp; A car user is essential due to the need to travel across the borough.A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at Enhanced Level with Children’s Barred List is required for this post.&nbsp;*Market Factor Supplement is subject to annual review Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;10th July 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;27th July 2025</li> </ul> Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be Confirmed&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EWQ2pEfBBe1HkSHDQcwR2ioBvmB9i_lipICzsJSe37xPhw?e=7RQX7Z" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page Application Requirements&nbsp; As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles. Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under Miscellaneous Documents 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> <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example&nbsp;</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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Social Worker - Children & Families Assessment Team 3

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Think Sevenoaks District Council is just about local services? Think again. Our Commercial &amp; Property team is all about keeping our places running, from housing and offices to community facilities, making sure our spaces are safe, efficient, and built to last.
As a Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative Apprentice, you’ll be a key part of this, keeping essential spaces running, learning on the job, and making a genuine difference in your community. Sounds like something you’d be proud of? We’d love to hear from you.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
We’re looking for a motivated and practical person to join us as a Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative Apprentice, working across our housing and corporate properties, all while completing your Level 2 Property Maintenance Operative Apprenticeship at London South East Colleges (Holly Hill Campus).
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and learning multiple trade skills. You’ll be based at our Sevenoaks offices, working with experienced colleagues who’ll support and mentor you every step of the way.
What you’ll be doing:
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<li>Supporting a wide range of maintenance, repair and minor works activities across our buildings and housing stock</li>
<li>Assisting with statutory compliance checks to keep buildings safe and operational</li>
<li>Ordering and handling materials appropriately for each job</li>
<li>Preparing risk assessments and learning how to write work estimates</li>
<li>Participating in PAT testing and learning how to complete and log safety inspections</li>
<li>Attending college one day a week (training days are 1 day per week, term time only)</li>
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WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE
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<li>Maths and English or equivalent qualifications</li>
<li>A hands-on, can-do attitude and willingness to learn</li>
<li>Good problem-solving skills and an adaptable approach</li>
<li>Ability to work well in a team and take initiative when needed</li>
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What’s in it for you
You’ll gain qualifications, practical experience, and confidence, all while playing your part in maintaining the buildings and spaces that matter most in our district.
We are one of the few local government authorities to hold Platinum Investors in People accreditation, which highlights our passion for supporting people, developing talent, and working in a collaborative and innovative way.
Other benefits include:
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<li>Enhanced annual leave of 24 days (excluding bank holidays)</li>
<li>Additional leave after 5 years of service</li>
<li>Extra Christmas closure day</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, travel days out and more, Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme and discounts with your MOT</li>
<li>Access to the BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, a free, 24/7, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service</li>
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Find out more
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Detlev Munster, Strategic Head – Commercial and Property on 01732227099
Best chance of being shortlisted
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 9 July 2025, 10 am
Interview date: 16 July 2025

Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative Apprentice

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Are you a proactive, collaborative and approachable individual with the desire to support others to develop improved employability skills and progress towards employment?&nbsp; Do you have the patience and willingness to work with sometimes vulnerable, talkative and demanding clients?
If so, St Giles is looking for a Volunteer Peer Advisor to work collaboratively with staff across St Giles Trust and externally to develop a flexible, holistic and personalised pathway towards employment for clients.
About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. &nbsp;Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.
About this key role As directed by the Caseworker or Team Leader, you will carry out promotional and engagement activities to recruit participants, as well as individual needs assessments with participants, obtaining information from referral agencies where possible.&nbsp; You will support participants in carrying out individual and group activities to implement their plans and make progress towards employment, plus act as a Peer Advisor to participants, providing ‘support from someone who has been there’.
We will also count on you to act as a positive role model for what participants can achieve, help develop their confidence and make referrals for specialist help, including what is available within the project, plus, as skills develop, take on a small caseload of participants.
What we are looking for
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<li>Knowledge of support needs and the issues facing individuals with barriers to work</li>
<li>Ability to work in line with relevant legislation, policies and procedures</li>
<li>Level 3 Advice and Guidance or equivalent or willingness to work towards</li>
<li>Commitment to promoting equality and celebrating diversity</li>
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Commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.</li>
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Please note: this role requires that successful candidates must undergo an Enhanced Adult DBS check, on the basis that the post involves contact with vulnerable participants and colleagues.
In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.
We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.
St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
Closing date: 10 August 11pm

Volunteer Peer Advisor

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Sevenoaks District Council is a high performing local authority with an enviable track record of providing excellent services for its residents.&nbsp;
As our Policy &amp; Performance Manager you’ll support us as we move towards a new future for local government in Kent. You’ll be critical in keeping our Members and most senior officers one step ahead by providing high quality research, analysis and advice.&nbsp;Providing us with the latest insight and the right approach to performance management, you’ll steer us through the changing local government environment.
If you enjoy variety in your work, are an excellent communicator, can demonstrate an excellent understanding of local government and the services we deliver, possess strong research and analytical skills and can take a positive, team working approach to identifying solutions this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career and make a real impact in shaping the future of our Council.
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).
Do you want to know more about the role? 
Please contact Sarah Carter, PA to Assistant Chief Executive, on 01732 227067 to arrange to speak to Lee Banks, Assistant Chief Executive for further details about the role. &nbsp;
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 13th July 2025 &nbsp;
Interviews: TBC

Policy & Performance Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
<h4>The OneTeam partnership&nbsp;</h4>
Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.&nbsp;
<h4>About the role&nbsp;</h4>
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for a Housing Revenue Account (HRA), Capital and Treasury Principal Accountant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers strategic HRA and capital financing, investments and treasury.
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.
<h4>About the candidate&nbsp;</h4>
This opportunity would suit an individual who has experience of HRA and capital accounting, who is looking to further enhance their career.
<h4>Benefits of working for us&nbsp;</h4>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.&nbsp;
Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.&nbsp;

Principal Accountant – HRA, Capital and Investments

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)
<h3>The OneTeam partnership</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership,&nbsp;and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.
<h3>About the role</h3>
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for a Housing Revenue Account (HRA), Capital and Treasury Principal Accountant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers strategic HRA and capital financing, investments and treasury.
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.
<h3>About the candidate</h3>
This opportunity would suit an individual who has experience of HRA and capital accounting, who is looking to further enhance their career.
<h3>Benefits of working for us</h3>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.
Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.

Brentwood Borough Council

A Medway Council Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to earn a salary and gain a qualification whilst gathering invaluable workplace skills and experience.An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice to join the Workforce Development team within the Public Health Service. This is a great chance to gain the Business Administrator Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 whilst working for the Workforce Development TeamAs part of this role you can expect to undertake the following tasks:<ul><li>Supporting preparation and delivery of Training courses</li><li>Developing ways to use marketing/social media to reach the wider Medway community</li><li>Maintenance and administrative support of the Training Portal</li><li>Room bookings &amp; using the council finance systems</li><li>Responding to simple queries via telephone or email and general learner support</li></ul>The Business Administrator Apprenticeship is a two year programme incorporating real work experience and learning, to gain the knowledge and development of skills and behaviours to successfully complete the programme. This apprenticeship involves approximately 18 months on the job development, followed by an end point assessment consisting of a knowledge test, a presentation on the project completed; and a discussion on the portfolio of learning and development produced during the apprenticeship. A grading of either Pass or Distinction is achievable.Ideally you will have good communication and interpersonal skills, combined with competent IT skills, accurate data entry along with a good attention to detail. However we are happy to support you to reach those goals if you are highly motivated and have the desire to learn and succeed.If this sounds like the role for you, then we would encourage you to apply today.Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. As an Apprentice with Medway Council, you will be a valued member of our Apprenticeship Academy. We will encourage and support you to realise your potential. You will have the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are experts in their field and gain insights that can only come from real world experienceWe will support you every step of the way for you to succeed in your apprenticeship and help you to become the best version of yourself.An openness to review and reflect on your performance and progress is important as well as the willingness to accept feedback that will help you to develop and grow in this role.Medway Council’s Apprenticeship Academy extends to all our Apprentices a guarantee that their apprenticeship qualifications will be regularly monitored and quality assured with the respective training providers. In return we offer you: <ul><li>23 days paid annual leave</li><li>Generous local government pension </li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Free NUS Apprentice Extra Card- student discounts at 100’s of retailers</li><li>Student rates for Medway Council Leisure Centres</li><li>Student rates for Medway Council Libraries plus free e-books</li><li>Discounted Arriva bus travel</li></ul>Important InformationIf you would like to have an informal discussion or ask a question regarding the role, please call the team on 01634 333146 or <a href="mailto:julie.daniels@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">julie.daniels@medway.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:peter.macaulay@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">peter.macaulay@medway.gov.uk</a>Please 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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This is Medway

Business Administration Apprentice - Public Health Workforce Development Team

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
<h4>The OneTeam partnership&nbsp;</h4>
Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.&nbsp;
<h4>About the role&nbsp;</h4>
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for an Accounts Assistant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers transactional, operational and business support functions to handle the day-to-day finance tasks including journals, purchase orders, data analytics, complete returns, support cash management and reconciliations.&nbsp;
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.
<h4>About the candidate&nbsp;</h4>
This opportunity would suit either an individual who has experience within an accounts team or some who is looking to start a career in finance.&nbsp;
<h4>Benefits of working for us&nbsp;</h4>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.&nbsp;
Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.&nbsp;

Accounts Assistant

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)
<h3>The OneTeam partnership</h3>
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership,&nbsp;and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.
<h3>About the role</h3>
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for an Accounts Assistant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers transactional, operational and business support functions to handle the day-to-day finance tasks including journals, purchase orders, data analytics, complete returns, support cash management and reconciliations.
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.
<h3>About the candidate</h3>
This opportunity would suit either an individual who has experience within an accounts team or some who is looking to start a career in finance.
<h3>Benefits of working for us</h3>
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.
Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.

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We only accept online applications. If you require access to a computer and/or the internet, you can use our facilities free of charge at The Amelia Scott. Please call ahead to book an appointment Tel. 01892 554171.
Please follow the link below to submit your application.
Equal Opportunities
Tunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.



We’re growing our Development Management team and have an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader to join us at this pivotal moment.
With the upcoming adoption of the Tunbridge Wells Local Plan and the Town Centre Plan, we’re preparing for a busy and rewarding phase — and we’re looking for an experienced planning professional who’s ready to take on a leadership role.
Why this role?
You’ll lead a dedicated team of seven officers, working alongside another Team Leader and reporting to the Development Manager. This is a chance to shape and support some of the borough’s most significant developments — including major allocated sites — while guiding and mentoring a talented team.
You’ll be involved in:
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<li>Allocating caseloads and managing your own planning applications</li>
<li>Overseeing performance, outputs and report writing</li>
<li>Attending and presenting at committee meetings (some outside standard office hours)</li>
<li>Helping ensure we meet performance targets and maintain high-quality, consistent decisions</li>
</ul>
What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>Experience supervising or mentoring others in a planning or development management setting</li>
<li>A collaborative, supportive leadership style</li>
<li>A passion for delivering good design and positive planning outcomes</li>
</ul>
We’ll support your growth with training, coaching and mentoring — because we believe in developing our people.
What you’ll get:
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26 days’ holiday (rising to 29 with 5 years' continuous LG service) + UK bank holidays + 3 extra days in December
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<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
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Annual membership fees refunded for your professional body</li>
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Hybrid working to support work/life balance</li>
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Free parking near the Town Hall</li>
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Free tea, coffee and wellbeing perks like an EAP, flu jabs, eyecare vouchers and more</li>
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Ready to apply?
Apply now and take the next step in your planning career.&nbsp; If you’d like to talk through the role, contact Lucinda Roach, Development Manager at <a href="mailto:lucinda.roach@tunbridgewells.gov.uk" target="_blank">lucinda.roach@tunbridgewells.gov.uk</a>
This is a politically restricted post. Job Description and Person Specification available below.

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