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We improve the Council’s operational services and support business as usual activity. We focus on supporting, developing and delivering initiatives that improve council operations cost efficiency and deliver performance improvements in nationally reported KPI’s. We also develop and deliver income generation programmes.  An opportunity has arisen to work with the Waste Strategy and Technical Support team to provide critical administration to various teams in Environmental Services, with a focus on Commercial Waste.</p>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"item0\">Job Profile</h2>\n<p>We're looking for a candidate with great communication and customer management skills with operational service delivery experience. They should have an understanding of waste management and an awareness of equality and diversity and how it may impact on a customers ability to access information and services. 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All functions at this depot, including this role, will be moving to a newly developed depot on Slyfield Industrial Estate during 2026.</strong></p>\n<p>All applications require a completed application form. A CV alone will not be accepted.</p>\n<p><strong>About Guildford</strong></p>\n<p>Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities.  All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.</p>\n<p>We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. 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The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan \"Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together\", that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.<br><br>Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan \"Ambitious for Sutton\", that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> As an Environmental Protection Officer, you will be part of a small Pollution Control team delivering a range of statutory environmental functions for the Shared Regulatory Service across Kingston and Sutton. This role requires a good understanding of a wide range of pollution control legislation as it applies to local authority duties primarily in land contamination assessment, commercial noise and nuisance investigation. <br><br> This role involves a range of case work and project, including commenting on planning applications, responding to and investigating pollution control complaints and providing general pollution control advice and guidance. 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However as part of our agile workplace there may also be an opportunity, for the right candidate,to experience the wider work of the service . <br><br> We are able to offer a series of unique, fulfilling and exciting challenges in a dynamic working environment where quick thinking, innovation and creativity is needed just as much as the energy and desire to get things done. <br><br> We are seeking someone with wide experience of the Pollution Control discipline. We would like to hear from you if you are an Environmental Health professional or graduate in a related subject and can demonstrate experience of assessing and commenting upon land contamination assessments and investigating statutory nuisance complaints from commercial and industrial sources. <br><br> A s part of our team, you will benefit from a commitment to your professional and personal development. You will have the opportunity to work on a broad range of cases and projects, enabling you to develop your learning and experience. <br><br>Our Offer to You : <br> As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team. <br><br> In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation. <br><br> Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li> Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Kingston or Sutton </li>\n<li> Flexible and agile working arrangements </li>\n<li> Comprehensive learning and development programme </li>\n<li> Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres </li>\n<li> Interest free season ticket loans </li>\n<li> Local Government Pension Scheme </li>\n<li> Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme </li>\n<li> Zip car scheme </li>\n<li> Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses </li>\n<li> Confidential wellbeing and counselling support </li>\n<li> Subsidised gym membership </li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br> <br> Additional Information : <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br> We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living. <br><br> The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. 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The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan \"Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together\", that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.<br><br>Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan \"Ambitious for Sutton\", that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> As an Environmental Protection Officer, you will be part of a small Pollution Control team delivering a range of statutory environmental functions for the Shared Regulatory Service across Kingston and Sutton. This role requires a good understanding of a wide range of pollution control legislation as it applies to local authority duties primarily in land contamination assessment, commercial noise and nuisance investigation. <br><br> This role involves a range of case work and project, including commenting on planning applications, responding to and investigating pollution control complaints and providing general pollution control advice and guidance. Some experience in contaminated land and acoustics areas of work is highly desirable. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> As a member of our Pollution Control team , you will be part of a small team that delivers a range of Pollution Control enforcement and education functions across Kingston and Sutton. <br><br> The role requires a good understanding of land contamination and a working knowledge of Statutory Nuisance. Responsible for commenting on planning applications and investigating nuisance complaints from industrial and commercial sources, experience in acoustics and other related specialist areas of work is also desirable. <br><br> The team is committed and hard-working, involved in both proactive and reactive work across the specialist disciplines of the Team's remit. However as part of our agile workplace there may also be an opportunity, for the right candidate,to experience the wider work of the service . <br><br> We are able to offer a series of unique, fulfilling and exciting challenges in a dynamic working environment where quick thinking, innovation and creativity is needed just as much as the energy and desire to get things done. <br><br> We are seeking someone with wide experience of the Pollution Control discipline. We would like to hear from you if you are an Environmental Health professional or graduate in a related subject and can demonstrate experience of assessing and commenting upon land contamination assessments and investigating statutory nuisance complaints from commercial and industrial sources. <br><br> A s part of our team, you will benefit from a commitment to your professional and personal development. You will have the opportunity to work on a broad range of cases and projects, enabling you to develop your learning and experience. <br><br>Our Offer to You : <br> As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team. <br><br> In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation. <br><br> Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li> Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Kingston or Sutton </li>\n<li> Flexible and agile working arrangements </li>\n<li> Comprehensive learning and development programme </li>\n<li> Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres </li>\n<li> Interest free season ticket loans </li>\n<li> Local Government Pension Scheme </li>\n<li> Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme </li>\n<li> Zip car scheme </li>\n<li> Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses </li>\n<li> Confidential wellbeing and counselling support </li>\n<li> Subsidised gym membership </li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br> <br> Additional Information : <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br> We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living. <br><br> The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. 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You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more</p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Manage the soft facilities management services to ensure the safe and effective operation of the Council’s headquarters building and satellite offices within the Borough, including Health & Safety compliance</li>\n<li>Manage the Facilities team, ensuring a high-quality service is delivered with excellent customer service</li>\n<li>Manage budgets and small capital projects within the corporate estate</li>\n<li>Utilising best practice and experience, contribute to plans for the Council’s future headquarters project</li>\n<li>Develop and manage the Buildings Managers network, creating a supportive and informative environment and network where Building Managers can be supported, learn and develop skills</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Qualification, and/or significant knowledge and experience of delivering a facilities management function, or within a related property area of work</li>\n<li>Knowledge of facilities management and health and safety issues, legislation and best practice</li>\n<li>Experience of working in a front-facing, customer service environment and best practice in customer management</li>\n<li>Well-developed written and verbal communication skills</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our Area:</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion about this role, please email Sarah Morgan, Service Director - Commercial Property at <a href=\"mailto:sarah.moregan@wokingham.gov.uk\">sarah.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 1<sup>st</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: W/C Monday 9<sup>th</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><em>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.</em></p>\n<p><em>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.</em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>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. </em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. </em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£50,788 - £56,075 per annum, plus benefits","publishDate":"2025-04-29T14:54:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5fc77859-ea25-4a16-acb0-8ffa49b8e72a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"21bdde3b-e063-4a53-bd52-847f78d050e8","title":"Head of Property Management","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End, Wokingham, Wokingham Borough Council, Shute End/Home Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Property Management to join our proactive Property Management Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full-time, Permanent basis.</p>\n<p>As the Head of Property Management, you are responsible for ensuring the council’s corporate sites are maintained and operated to meet legal and statutory requirements, in particular, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.</p>\n<p>Your role will include the management and coordination of minor capital design, management and construction contracts, minor works contracts, planned, reactive and service contracts. As our Head of Property Management, you will also lead the safe and efficient management of the council’s offices, which includes the council’s Headquarters.</p>\n<p>This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the corporate leadership of the service and organisation, to deliver the council’s outcomes for its residents, customers and clients.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>\n<p>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:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more</p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Responsible for ensuring that the Council’s corporate sites, including the Council’s headquarters building, are maintained and operated to meet legal and statutory requirements, in particular the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974</li>\n<li>To act as the Council’s key advisor for the statutory and compliance management of the Council’s property portfolio</li>\n<li>Management of a team which manages and coordinates planned investment and maintenance programme on the Council's property portfolio, and also reactive and service contracts</li>\n<li>To oversee the effective management of the Council’s Utilities Portfolio (Electricity Gas, Water and Oil), in relation to Council-owned properties, in line with all relevant energy and environmental regulations</li>\n<li>To contribute to the longer-term investment plans for corporate buildings, including in the context of rationalization and consolidation of the Council’s property portfolio</li>\n<li>To play an active role in the senior management team of the Commercial Property Service, representing the Service in wider corporate discussions and initiatives<strong> </strong>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Degree-level or equivalent relevant professional qualifications or expertise</li>\n<li>Significant and demonstrable management experience in a property-related discipline gained with a public or large private organisation, with some experience at a senior level</li>\n<li>Able to operate effectively in large, complex and political organisations</li>\n<li>Strong project management background, either in the private or public sector</li>\n<li>Well-developed written and verbal communication skills</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our Area:</strong></p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion about this role, please email Sarah Morgan, Service Director - Commercial Property at <a href=\"mailto:sarah.moregan@wokingham.gov.uk\">sarah.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 1<sup>st</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: W/C Monday 9<sup>th</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><em>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.</em></p>\n<p><em>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. 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Assisting the Head of Legal and Democratic Services, you will provide an efficient and economic legal service to the council in all matters pertaining to property law and practice. All flexible working options are considered.</p>\n<p>As a Principal Property Lawyer, you will be one of our go-to experts in the area, you will draft property contracts, leases, licences, and transfer deeds and will assist with and provide prompt, clear and accurate written and verbal advice in this specialist field. You will undertake conveyancing and property work of all kinds, including: the acquisition and disposal of land, business and residential leases, landlord and tenant matters, development schemes and agreements, housing enabling work and assets of community value nominations. You will be responsible for the service delivery of Legal Property work.</p>\n<p>You will line manage and help train, develop, and supervise our Senior Property Lawyer, Property Lawyer and any Legal Assistants or other staff and provide support, guidance and mentor them. A key part of this role will be to work closely with these staff and experience of supervising and/or training staff is important.</p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>To succeed as Principal Property Lawyer, you will be able to deal effectively with a range of people from different backgrounds using clear, concise, modern and authoritative communication skills. You will have a systematic approach to your work and the proven ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. Furthermore, you will be a confident IT user, someone who's committed to continuous professional development and who's able to communicate effectively with colleagues and be an excellent team player.  You will also have proven drafting skills to enable you to produce clear and concise property documents using modern precedents. You will be admitted as a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow Chartered Legal Executive.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this role please call Robert Baxendale, Legal Services Business Manager on 01403 215482.</p>\n<p><strong>PPA</strong></p>\n<p>Applicants invited for interview will be asked to complete a <a href=\"https://www.thomas.co/assessments/behavioural-assessments-tests\">Thomas’ Personal Profile Analysis (PPA)</a> which provides a rapid and deep insight into behavioural preferences and communication style.</p>\n<p><strong>About us:</strong></p>\n<p>We have a friendly and supportive working environment and being a smaller Council, you can really get to know everybody.</p>\n<p>We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance by offering 28 days’ (207.2 hours) annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), and flexible/hybrid working options where applicable.</p>\n<p>We offer a generous benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the <a href=\"https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits\">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.</p>\n<p>To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).</p>\n<p>Visit our <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers\">Jobs and careers page</a> to find out more about <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council\">Working for Horsham District Council</a> and <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments\">Our employment commitments</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>To apply:</strong></p>\n<p>If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. If you do not make this clear, it is unlikely you will be shortlisted for interview.</p>\n<p>Internal applicants, if you would like to apply for the role, please submit an expression of interest to <a href=\"mailto:HR@horsham.gov.uk\">HR@horsham.gov.uk</a> explaining clearly how you meet the criteria and what you feel you can bring to the role.</p>\n<p><strong>Suitable applicants will be contacted for interview on an ongoing basis therefore this advert may close early.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,710 - £56,003 pa FTE (Pay Award Pending)","publishDate":"2025-04-29T14:40:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-06T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2295406c-28bd-4e01-b492-06f0852251d6.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"81390d5c-42bb-4821-a283-a58a1420705a","title":"Principal Litigation Lawyer","employer":"Surrey Heath Borough Council","department":"","location":"Surrey Heath House, Camberley, Hybrid Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Join Surrey Heath Borough Council and be part of an organisation committed to delivery through meaningful community engagement and excellent customer service. We have a friendly and supportive staff culture with people who want to help make a real difference in our community for everyone that lives and works here. We embrace a culture of innovation and creativity welcoming new ideas. We support a work life balance with options for flexible and hybrid working.  </p>\n<p><strong>About the Role</strong> </p>\n<p>We are seeking to appoint a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX to join the Legal Services team at Surrey Heath Borough Council. As Principal Litigation Lawyer you will manage a varied and interesting caseload of both criminal and civil and regulatory matters.  You will also represent the Council in the Magistrates’ Court and County Court and give advice to elected members in Licensing Subcommittee.  </p>\n<p>This is a politically restricted post in accordance with Section 2 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.  </p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong> </p>\n<p>You will have experience of working in a legal team in a Local Government environment and will have advocacy experience in the Magistrates’ and County Court. You will have excellent communication skills. You will have the ability to draft legal proceedings and statutory notices. You can manage a range of complex and competing priorities and deadlines. You are an effective member of the team but can work without supervision and you can manage a diverse workload.  </p>\n<p> <strong>Additional Information</strong> </p>\n<p><strong>Benefits </strong> </p>\n<p> We offer a generous benefits package including a minimum of 23 days’ annual leave rising to 28 days after 5 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, a generous local government pension scheme, free parking for all employees and payment of a professional membership fee. As well as subsidised gym membership at our local Places Leisure Centre and great savings from supermarkets, shopping, cycle to work schemes and holidays via the My Staff Shop scheme. A laptop and mobile phone will be provided for your role if applicable. </p>\n<p>Offers are usually made at the lower end of the salary band allowing for progression.  </p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: </strong> <strong>13</strong><strong>th</strong><strong> May 2025</strong> </p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: </strong> <strong>22</strong><strong>nd</strong><strong> May 2025</strong> </p>\n<p> <strong>Contact details</strong> </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please contact Nathalie Boateng, Head of Legal and Democratic Services </p>\n<p> on 01276 707310, nathalie.boateng@surreyheath.gov.uk on 01276 707310.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Commitment</strong> </p>\n<p>Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff.  </p>\n<p>NO AGENCY CALLS PLEASE </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£ 61,398 - £67,968 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-29T13:41:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-13T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b3045736-1b79-4825-8d09-cb45add4d5d3.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b8abec89-ec8b-4ae9-9463-5de95375c8f4","title":"Early Years Class Teacher and Year Leader","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"Holly Spring Primary School","location":"Holly Spring Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Holly Spring Primary School is looking for an experienced, qualified teacher to join us  in September 2025, as an Early Years class teacher and year leader with a TLR.</strong></p>\n<p>Holly Spring Primary School is a large, well-resourced school in the Bullbrook area of Bracknell.  Our three-form entry school has extensive grounds, a forest learning environment, sensory garden and large spacious classrooms</p>\n<p>We are looking for someone:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>ready to take the next step in their career or a current leader ready to take on a new challenge.</li>\n<li>with a strong knowledge of Early Years.</li>\n<li>with a passion to further develop the curriculum for our children.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We can offer you::</p>\n<ul>\n<li>a supportive senior leadership team.</li>\n<li>dedicated leadership time each fortnight.</li>\n<li>free childcare for school aged children on inset days (if required).</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We are a very inclusive school and proud of our values:</p>\n<p><strong>I</strong><strong>gnite a love for learning;</strong></p>\n<p><strong>M</strong><strong>otivate to achieve;</strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>A</strong><strong>ccept everyone;</strong></p>\n<p><strong>G</strong><strong>row greatness;</strong></p>\n<p><strong>I</strong><strong>nstil independence;</strong></p>\n<p><strong>N</strong><strong>urture;</strong></p>\n<p><strong>E</strong><strong>njoy.</strong></p>\n<p>We are a welcoming and caring community of staff with the desire to make a difference for our pupils. Please take a look at our website to find out more about us.</p>\n<p>If you would like to visit the school or would like more information, please contact Liz Baker (School Business Manager) via email l.baker@hsprimary.uk</p>\n<p>The <strong>closing date is the 12th May at 8am</strong> and interviews will take place by mutual agreement. </p>\n<p><strong>Applicants may be invited to interview before the closing date, therefore please take the opportunity to apply as soon as possible</strong>.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Teachers pay scale, plus a TLR","publishDate":"2025-04-28T15:52:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-12T07:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/75255808-68d8-49d3-8b91-82e39a6a48ff.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2484f11d-d0f7-4cf2-82c9-985135399731","title":"Integration Group Work Officer","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Bracknell Forest","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are looking for a highly motivated and resilient Integration Group Work Officer who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. </p>\n<h3>About you…</h3>\n<p>You will bring the ability to work independently and collaboratively to deliver group-based interventions to achieve positive outcomes for individuals and families. With a proven track record of working alongside partner agencies, you will plan, coordinate and deliver meaningful activities that promote integration and wellbeing for children and families across Bracknell Forest.</p>\n<p>In this impactful role, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting families arriving under government migration schemes, including the Afghan Resettlement Programme. You will respond to their immediate resettlement needs and deliver structured work programmes.</p>\n<p>Operating with a high level of care and professionalism, you will help safeguard vulnerable individuals, adhering to all relevant protocols around criminal exploitation, human trafficking and domestic abuse. Your person-centred approach, innovative mindset and strong prioritisation skills, will help create lasting, positive change in the lives of those you support.</p>\n<p>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>The Migration team was formed in May 2023 to consolidate the council's support across all government migration schemes. This is a high-priority area of work with significant visibility within the council, and we are committed to achieving the best outcomes.  Our team brings together a diverse group of subject matter experts, working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation and with our external partners.</p>\n<p>The team is part of the Early Help service, which focuses on providing support to children and families in Bracknell Forest. We also maintain strong partnerships with multiple teams within the council and external partners to ensure coordinated and effective support.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Identify need, plan and facilitate group work programs based on local authority models to support the integration of Afghan families.</li>\n<li>Coordinate and deliver a variety of group work programs, including parenting groups, ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), financial literacy sessions, health and wellbeing sessions, employment readiness training, legal rights and responsibilities, education, criminal exploitation, human trafficking and technology and digital skills training and parent and child play sessions.</li>\n<li>Collaborate with partners to understand cultural sensitivities such as domestic abuse and family conflict, to deliver tailored programs to support families.</li>\n<li>Collaborate with partner agencies to jointly deliver group work programmes requiring specific skills, knowledge and expertise.</li>\n<li>Deliver community engagement activities to foster a strong sense of community within the hotel, including organising events and gatherings, coordinating volunteer programs for families and participating in local community projects.</li>\n<li>Work with local organisations and partners to provide services, host events and conduct talks at the hotel.</li>\n<li>Embed Bracknell Forest's quality assurance programme and establish feedback mechanisms to inform and improve future group work programmes.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits… </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days* increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our Values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our Support....</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held week commencing 19<sup>th</sup> May 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be held online via the Teams app. We reserve the right to amend this to in person interviews at our offices.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Noosha Churchill - Migration Programme Manager</p>\n<p>Tel: <a href=\"tel://01344%20351729/\">01344 351729</a></p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,799 - £35,020 inclusive of £706 London Weighting","publishDate":"2025-04-28T13:19:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-12T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/d4171907-7fa3-4374-9def-46d8e2c2cffb.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fb63bf10-030c-4b0b-b66c-932365b54635","title":"Housing Contracts & Compliance Manager","employer":"Elmbridge Borough Council","department":"","location":"Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Lead the change: become our Housing Contracts & Compliance Manager</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Salary: £52,633 - £57,106</strong></p>\n<p>Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of our community? Join us as our Housing Contracts & Compliance Manager and lead the charge in managing our growing housing portfolio of around 100 homes, including affordable housing for rent and temporary accommodation for homeless households.</p>\n<p><strong>Why this role matters:</strong> as a registered provider of social housing since 2024, we're appointing a new managing agent to handle day-to-day housing management from July 2025. Your role is to ensure our residents live in safe, well-managed homes, and that our managing agent delivers a customer-focused, value-for-money service in line with our contract specifications.</p>\n<p><strong>Your impact:</strong> reporting to the Head of Housing, you'll manage one employee and work collaboratively with colleagues to meet our obligations as a social landlord. You'll also ensure effective financial controls are in place and followed.</p>\n<p><strong>What you'll do:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Manage contracts:</strong> oversee our contract with the managing agent, focusing on the new service's mobilisation from July 2025 and its ongoing delivery.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Monitor performance:</strong> review contract performance, identify issues, and lead actions to remedy non-compliance or under-performance.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Ensure compliance:</strong> monitor the council's compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, identify risks, and implement solutions.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Collaborate:</strong> work with colleagues to optimise stock use, minimise rent loss, and ensure properties are safe, well-managed, and maintained.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Support colleagues:</strong> manage and support the Residential Property Coordinator.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Drive improvement:</strong> develop, review, and implement new policies, procedures, and processes to drive change and service improvement.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Why Elmbridge Borough Council?</strong> We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Leave and flexibility:</strong> up to 3 days paid leave for dependents, the option to buy up to 10 additional days of annual leave, and a day off on your birthday.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Support services:</strong> access to a confidential 24-hour helpline.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Community engagement:</strong> opportunity to take a day’s leave for volunteering in the Elmbridge community.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Work-life balance:</strong> The council closes between Christmas and New Year, requiring no annual leave for this period, and you get your birthday off.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you are interested in being our Housing Contracts & Compliance Manager and would like an informal conversation, please contact Colin Waters, Head of Housing Service, <a href=\"mailto:cwaters@elmbridge.gov.uk\">cwaters@elmbridge.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Closing date is 9am on Wednesday 14 May 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Thursday 22 May and / or Friday 23 May.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary: £52,633 - £57,106","publishDate":"2025-04-28T13:14:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4fca8908-22f8-4132-8d22-a5a1b147878a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"af4202bc-a565-4c89-b764-2c16d7bd7a9f","title":"Casual Catering Assistant","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Look Out Discovery Centre, Bracknell, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<p>The Look Out Discovery Centre is a very popular visitor attraction with a hands-on science and discovery exhibition, gift shop, coffee shop and play area, set in 1,000 hectares of Crown Estate woodlands. </p>\n<p>Help us deliver a great experience to our customers, and you will experience a great place to work.</p>\n<h3>About you</h3>\n<p>You will be an enthusiastic and reliable person, with the ability and willingness to work flexibly to ensure the consistent provision of services in our cafe. A strong commitment to customer service is essential, along with the confidence to engage with visitors of all ages and backgrounds, helping to create a welcoming and positive experience for everyone.</p>\n<h3>About the team</h3>\n<p>The Woodlarks cafe team plays a key role in helping ensure our customers enjoy their day out at The Look Out Discovery Centre. We take pride in offering friendly, high-quality service while keeping our environment clean, safe, and enjoyable for all.</p>\n<p class=\"\">Open seven days a week, The Look Out Discovery Centre is dedicated to providing a fun and relaxing experience. As part of our team, you will play an important role in making each visit a memorable one.</p>\n<h3><strong>Key responsibilities </strong></h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To assist with the preparation and service of food and drinks including the operation of the point of sale system.</li>\n<li>To provide a service to the customers, in a polite and efficient manner.</li>\n<li>To work safely within Health, Safety and Hygiene policies and instructions.</li>\n<li>To assist with special catering functions e.g. children’s parties, as and when required.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Regular opportunities for development with internal and external training courses.</li>\n<li>To work on the doorstep of the picturesque Swinley forest. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to engage with a variety of customers and deliver great customer care.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our values</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our support</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held from Wednesday 7<sup>th</sup> of May 2025</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Mike Carne, Catering Manager: 01344 354077</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.</p>\n<p>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.</p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£12.21 per hour","publishDate":"2025-04-28T12:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3fcd0091-dd92-4732-b828-7cbb3c5159d3.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"40a13218-c129-4bcf-8c6e-f8f46eab963a","title":"Housing Voids Coordinator","employer":"Woking Borough Council","department":"","location":"Woking","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are transforming our services at Woking and are recruiting for several new exciting and challenging roles in our Housing Assets Team. We are seeking motivated, flexible and high caliber candidates to support the delivery of our voids services and to improve our homes whilst ensuring we are able to meet the requirements of the regulatory standards.</p>\n<p>Working within the Voids section of the Housing Assets Team you will have a high level of involvement in supporting the day-to-day aspects of our void operations and will be dealing with a variety of administrative support and enquires from our contractors.</p>\n<p>You will be actively engaged with our main Voids Contractors, who work on the delivery of making void properties safe and secure for incoming tenants.</p>\n<p>This role will require excellent communication, organisational and time management skills as you will be highly influential in delivering the very best service possible for our residents.  </p>\n<p>This role is a fully office based role with the successful candidate working from our Offices in Woking, Surrey 5 days per week.</p>\n<p>The Council offers in return a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits.</p>\n<p>Woking Borough Council takes a robust approach to thoroughly checking anyone who has applied to work with vulnerable groups including children.</p>\n<p>As this job involves contact with vulnerable groups and tenants successful applicants will be required to obtain a Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Assistance will be given by the Council and further details can be found in the job pack.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role please contact Giuseppe Amico, Housing Voids Manger on 07785 591793.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: </strong>26 May 2025 - 23:55pm</p>\n<p><strong>Interview dates: </strong>TBC (These interviews will be held in person at our Offices in Woking, Surrey.)</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary Range - £33,088 - £39,717 (dependent on experience) plus a flexible benefits allowance of up to £2,007 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-28T12:19:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-26T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1a12ea13-9d8f-49b1-99c8-436ecbbc6f4e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"07a218eb-d044-4037-add4-d05e975e6521","title":"Strategic Adult Safeguarding Officer","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Market Street, Bracknell, United Kingdom","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are looking for a Strategic Adult Safeguarding Officer, on a full-time, fixed-term contract until 31st December 2025 or secondment basis for internal candidates. This exciting opportunity has become available as the current holder has been promoted internally to the Interim Head of Safeguarding on secondment basis. </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependant on the needs of the service.</p>\n<h3>About you...</h3>\n<p>Join us as a Strategic Adult Safeguarding Officer and make a real difference. You will play a pivotal role in promoting and embedding a high-quality strategic and operational approach to safeguarding adults across Adult Social Care by balancing government, national and local directives. </p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>Reporting to the Head of Safeguarding, you will be working alongside a team of experienced and knowledgeable safeguarding professionals which comprises the following four teams: Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), Strategic Adult Safeguarding, Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board Business Unit and the Child Death Overview Panel Team. This creates a dynamic environment requiring a mix of strategic thinking, collaboration and compassion. You will join a team that is committed to continuous improvement and where your expertise and knowledge matter and will make an impact. </p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<p>Alongside the current Strategic Adult Safeguarding Officer, you will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chair all Adult Social Care safeguarding meetings for consistent safeguarding practice.</li>\n<li>Support and advise Adult Social Care operational teams in delivering person-centred strengths-based safeguarding responses.</li>\n<li>Monitor Adult Social Care safeguarding systems and processes and identify areas for improvement or learning that emerge.</li>\n<li>Design and provide adult safeguarding training programs for Adult Social Care operational teams, ensuring alignment with national competency frameworks and addressing key safeguarding risks and issues pertinent to the local area.</li>\n<li>Attend, contribute and participate in a range of multi-agency safeguarding forums.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our support...</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\" href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 21st May 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask a question...</h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Name: Dionne D’Sa</p>\n<p>Job Title: Interim Head of Safeguarding</p>\n<p>Phone Number: 01344 351506</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. 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Working as part of a small team, the role involves tackling the fear of crime, encouraging a sense of shared ownership and responsibility, and responding to the needs of local residents through development of local projects and signposting to existing services, whilst providing a uniformed, reassuring, patrolling presence with the ability to use enforcement measures as necessary.</p>\n<p>Working a shift rota to provide a service at peak times, the job will entail working some evenings and weekends, adaptable working arrangements may be possible. It should be noted that the post involves foot patrol outside in all weathers.</p>\n<p>You will join the current Neighbourhood Warden (Pulborough) who is already in post.</p>\n<p>The position has been in place since 2016 and is funded through a 3 year partnership agreement with Pulborough Parish Council. The current agreement expires in March 2026 and may be renewed after this date, subject to further Parish Council funding.</p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>To succeed as a Neighbourhood Warden, you will be a good communicator, solution focused, confident, enthusiastic and come with a genuine commitment to identifying and developing mechanisms for improving quality of life for all residents.</p>\n<p>You will be educated to A-Level standard (or equivalent) and have previous experience of working with the members of the public. You will receive training in subject areas including Warden Core Skills, ASB Powers, Personal Safety, First Aid, Community Safety Accreditation Scheme (CSAS) and other job-related skills. 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Staff are also eligible to join the <a href=\"https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits\">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.</p>\n<p>To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).</p>\n<p>Visit our <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers\">Jobs and careers page</a> to find out more about <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council\">Working for Horsham District Council</a> and <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments\">Our employment commitments</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>To apply:</strong></p>\n<p>If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. 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We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependant on the needs of the service.</p>\n<h3>About you...</h3>\n<p>Local Authority Research Practitioners (LARPs) work with their councils to make the most of research. They look at what research is already happening, figure out what needs to be done next, help different teams apply for money to fund research, and teach staff how to do quality research.</p>\n<p>As the Local Authority Research Practitioner, you will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual joining us to lead research across the council.  You will influence the delivery of better value and improved outcomes through the use of evidence-based practice.</p>\n<p>You will increase research capacity and capability through leadership, training and partnerships with academic institutions.</p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>Working in Public Health at Bracknell Forest Council means being part of a friendly and dynamic team that values flexibility in working styles. We have a clear vision that Bracknell Forest is one of the healthiest places FOR ALL to live, work, study and play.</p>\n<p>The team benefits from collaborative leadership and fosters good relationships across the organisation and wider system to really affect change. 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(Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our support...</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held w/c 19<sup>th</sup> May and w/c 2<sup>nd</sup> June – dates tbc </p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Louise Duffy, Public Health Principal</p>\n<p>Tel.: 01344 355184 or 07920 834899</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p><strong>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£53,511 - £58,845 inclusive of London Weighting","publishDate":"2025-04-28T10:59:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/51345058-4e94-4751-b8ea-4751af785248.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f47190fe-b1a1-4827-91a5-f6b4be34aeef","title":"Senior Housing Options Officer","employer":"Waverley Borough Council","department":"","location":"Surrey - with hybrid working","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Do you have detailed knowledge of homelessness  legislation  and experience  in providing  housing options advice to prevent and relieve homelessness? </strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a highly motivated team player to join our Housing Options Team following growth of the team to respond to increasing demand.  The Team is for preventing and relieving homelessness under the Homelessness reduction Action 2017 and as well as managing the Council’s Housing Register. Reporting to the Housing Options Manager you will carry out assessments of homeless applications to determine what statutory duties are owed to customers. You will then help customers either retain their existing accommodation or help them secure alternative accommodation.   You will have your own caseload and also participate in the team’s duty rota and manage a small team of Housing Options Co-ordinators alongside our other Senior Housing Options Officer.</p>\n<p>The role requires excellent communication and negotiation skills with a wide range of people and organisations. Your experience of working in a challenging front line homelessness service will help you to remain calm under pressure while delivering the highest levels of customer service. You will have a good understanding of the homelessness legislation and state benefits as well as having excellent IT skills and the ability to keep accurate records and meet deadlines. </p>\n<p>Waverley is an ambitious, dynamic, and innovative local authority, proud of being one of the highest performing Councils in the country. Key to our success is our commitment to team working and ongoing development of our high performing, highly engaged workforce, who all share in the delivery of the organisation’s values and corporate objectives.</p>\n<p>Waverley is a beautiful place, consistently rated as one of the best places in the Country to live and to work. The borough is within easy reach of London and the south coast. </p>\n<p>Waverley takes a robust approach to thoroughly checking anyone who wants to work with children or vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be required to apply for a Disclosure at the Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service.  Further information can be obtained from <a href=\"http://www.disclosure.gov.uk/\"><strong>www.disclosure.gov.uk</strong></a>.</p>\n<p>The role will be a mixture of Office and Home Working (Hybrid) following successful completion of a probationary period.  The successful applicant will have a valid driving licence and a vehicle available for work purposes.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Elizabeth Donaldson, Housing Options Manager, on 01483 523452.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Elizabeth Donaldson,  Housing Options Manager on 01483 523452.</p>\n<p>We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please.</p>\n<p>Closing date for applications: <strong>9:00am  on Friday 30<sup>th</sup> May 2025</strong></p>\n<p>Please note we do not accept applications after the time given on the closing date.</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: 10<sup>th</sup> June 2025 – There will be a short, paper-based exercise prior to each interview</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,267 to £44,387 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-28T08:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/df585859-5514-4a04-b260-38945ad012f2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"642cfa8c-9ccc-4051-80e6-d67e79fa5465","title":"Mental Health Practitioner - 12 Month FTC","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p>At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We are dedicated in supporting some of our most vulnerable clients and help change people's lives for the better.</p>\n<p>We are looking for a qualified Mental Health Social Worker to work alongside our passionate Rough Sleeper and Housing Options teams.</p>\n<h4>About you</h4>\n<p>You will be working with rough sleepers and domestic abuse victims by building relationships with vulnerable people who are struggling with their mental health and assisting them in accessing appropriate services.</p>\n<p>Once a week you will be required to conduct an early morning outreach with the Rough Sleeper team and support people who may be in a state of crisis.  </p>\n<p>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</p>\n<h4>About the team</h4>\n<p>The Rough Sleeper Team is a small, friendly, but busy team providing an extensive and responsive support for rough sleepers.  We work closely with the Housing Options team and the Domestic Abuse Officer to deliver a holistic service to all our clients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.</p>\n<p>We pride ourselves on being person centred and have formed positive working relationships with other support agencies within and outside of the council.</p>\n<p>We have a can do attitude that enables us to offer the best support to some of the most vulnerable members of our community.</p>\n<h4>Key responsibilities</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>To provide outreach and weekly visits to rough sleepers within Bracknell Forest.</li>\n<li>To work with those customers who have fled domestic violence and are within our temporary accommodation and require mental health support.</li>\n<li>To actively work with rough sleepers to relieve their homelessness. By assisting them into alternative housing when all other housing options or solutions are exhausted.</li>\n<li>To undertake a comprehensive assessment of a rough sleeper’s needs. Ensuring that any complex needs are identified and support is sought from relevant agencies.</li>\n<li>To engage with rough sleepers and build a rapport to ensure that any identified mental health needs are supported by external agencies to enable wrap around support to the rough sleeper.</li>\n</ul>\n<h4>Our benefits</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h4>Our values</h4>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h4>Interview date </h4>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 28 May 2025 </p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. </p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h4>Want to ask us a question?</h4>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Alex Manning, Rough Sleeper Team Leader: 01344 352117</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.</p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,145 - £47,387FTE inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User allowance","publishDate":"2025-04-28T07:39:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/699a745a-66f1-42da-b1cd-ee423daeb1d4.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e863ebcf-2978-4fce-8435-8b75aee9fa6b","title":"PE Teacher","employer":"Kedleston Group","department":"","location":"Windlesham","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds? 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You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.</p>\n<p>You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>\n<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Generous life cover</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p>\n<p>Fernways School is an independent specialist school which supports children and young people with an autism spectrum condition, the school has a lovely location in Windlesham, Surrey. Our focus is on maximising every child’s potential to develop into a confident, resilient, and skilled young person who will make a positive contribution to society and live as independent a life as possible.</p>\n<p>Fernways School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).</p>\n<p>We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.\n</p>\n<p>We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.\n</p>\nteaching1002","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£36,413 (M1) - £48,532 (M6) per year + SEN allowance £2679","publishDate":"2025-04-28T04:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-30T21:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/7b53ddbc-83b4-46e9-95fc-3524dc6d3eb8.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dba294cc-335b-42db-aee5-91c871620e9e","title":"Mental Health Specialist Social Worker","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.<br><br>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br>The Kingston Hub is dedicated to supporting vulnerable residents who require assistance under the Care Act 2014.<br><br>Our high-performing team consists of 15 qualified and unqualified members, senior practitioners, and a team manager. We all uphold the STAR Values, striving to be Supportive, Transparent, Appreciative, and Respectful in our daily work.<br><br>Our staff responsibilities include conducting Care Act Assessments, care reviews, Mental Capacity Assessments, and Best Interest Meetings. We also collaborate with colleagues in other teams/departments to implement care services.<br><br>We work closely with GP practices and health colleagues to provide an integrated service, participating in Proactive Anticipatory Care meetings and facilitating hospital discharges for Kingston residents under Discharge to Assess pathways.<br><br>Additionally, our team addresses Safeguarding enquiries and promotes residents' wellbeing. 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Key responsibilities include:<ul>\n<li> Working with the team manager and senior practitioners to maintain team performance and allocate cases. </li>\n<li> Managing budget responsibilities and approving care plans, Care Act Assessments, care reviews, and Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest Meetings. </li>\n<li> Conducting regular supervision with qualified/unqualified staff and support staff. </li>\n<li> Maintaining staff motivation and contributing to staff retention. </li>\n<li> Managing a complex caseload in adherence to the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act. <br> <br> </li>\n</ul><strong> About You </strong><ul>\n<li> Sound knowledge and relevant work experience on the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and other relevant legislation. </li>\n<li> Demonstrable understanding of the principles and application of excellent adult social care </li>\n<li> Managing competing demands and complex caseload and support team leader and other senior practitioners in running the team </li>\n<li> Demonstrable experience of creating effective working relationships with internal and external customers </li>\n<li> Strong literacy, numeracy, interpersonal and IT skills </li>\n<li> Liaison with legal and attendance to Court of Protection Hearing if needed </li>\n<li> Candidate will work alongside the manager and other seniors in doing case allocation </li>\n<li> Candidate to liaise with Mental Health services to discuss joint approaches </li>\n<li> Candidate to be able to work in the office twice a week as per the team's charter </li>\n</ul>Ideally the candidate would have experience of supervising staff members and budget responsibility <br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br> <br> Additional Information : <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. 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