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Working closely with Assistant Team Managers, you will drive performance, ensuring the right plans are in place so that services and interventions are provided for children and families.</p>\n<p>Working effectively as part of a management team, you will have strong assessment and analytical skills with a well-developed understanding of assessment, planning and intervention.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council we take our corporate parenting responsibility seriously and you will be the lead for the Children Looked After team and Care Leaving team.</p>\n<p>The Children Looked After team and Care Leaving team are stable and established teams of Social Workers and Personal Advisors who have a passion to support our young people to reach their potential. They work collaboratively with multi-agency groups, dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. With a strong focus on providing both high support and high challenge, the teams enable you to deliver your best to the families who need it most.</p>\n<p>The teams focus on longer term intervention.  Following transfer from our Family Safeguarding teams we undertake statutory social work interventions, including statutory visits, Children Looked After reviews and Pathway Plan reviews.</p>\n<p>We are a small, welcoming and friendly Local Authority. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which provides our workforce with a strong sense of belonging.</p>\n<p>Our leadership team is visible, available and approachable. </p>\n<p>Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<p>You will be supported:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>To manage a team of staff.</li>\n<li>To provide high quality, reflective supervision (in line with the supervision policy) including providing feedback and analysis of performance.</li>\n<li>To lead on panel meetings, professional meetings and other forums, working together with partner agencies to conclude with safe and proportionate plans for children and young people.</li>\n<li>To undertake regular reviews of, and track, performance data, completing audits and contributing to audit programmes and frameworks.</li>\n<li>To promote listening to children and young people at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon in an appropriate and timely manner.</li>\n<li>To actively engage with parents and carers so that their views contribute to service improvement including responding to complaints and feedback.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits… </h3>\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>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </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’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d 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<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 25<sup>th</sup> February 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the leadership team our workforce 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. 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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><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":"<p>Experienced Team Manager / Aspiring Assistant Team Managers required by Bracknell Forest Council to lead Social Care teams and improve young lives.</p>","salaryDescription":"£60,866- £63,003 inclusive of £706 London Waiting and £963 Essential Car User Allowance. 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You will play a key role in supporting a variety of DfE-funded projects within the Children's Social Care team in the People Directorate.</p>\n<p>Strong communication skills and the ability to work confidentially across multiple tasks and projects is essential as well as quickly building relationships across a range of different local authorities.  A professional, flexible attitude with a \"can-do\" approach and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment is a requirement for success in this role.  Whilst you will be based at our Time Square offices and be part of the wider Family Placement team in Children's Social Care, you will need to be confident in arranging and attending meetings virtually, as you will be liaising with colleagues across the South East region.</p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>We are a small, welcoming and friendly local authority. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which provides our workforce with a strong sense of belonging.</p>\n<p>Our leadership team is visible, available and approachable. </p>\n<p>Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To provide a consistent and reliable high quality business and administrative support across a number of DfE funded projects within Children’s Social Care to ensure the successful delivery of these projects against their agreed budgets, timescales and objectives.</li>\n<li>To develop close contacts with project officers and managers within the 20 local authorities across the South East region in order to ensure the successful delivery of this high profile Children Social Care project.</li>\n<li>To act as the main contact point for both internal and external partners across a number of DfE funded projects. Triaging and responding to queries appropriately and providing support to other teams within Children’s Social Care when required.</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>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’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d 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<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 12<sup>th</sup> March 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>Name: Alison Hale</p>\n<p>Job Title: Senior Leadership Strategic Support Officer</p>\n<p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:alison.hale@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">alison.hale@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</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>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,799 - £35,020 FTE (inclusive of £706 London Weighting)","publishDate":"2025-02-07T15:59:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-28T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0f14e1f4-2be1-4ec2-b345-a54f042edf5d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fb7402ed-d5ba-4c9c-98f2-a2c5020c51bf","title":"Principal Planning Officer","employer":"Waverley Borough Council","department":"","location":"Surrey - with hybrid working","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Waverley offers a wide range of planning issues for you to develop skills and experience in the next step in your career. We are looking for an ambitious, enthusiastic and dynamic planner to join our Strategic Sites Team. The team deals with complex large-scale developments, many of which have associated Planning Performance Agreements. This is your opportunity to be involved in delivering development within the Borough that will shape the futures of our communities.     </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Are you looking for a career move to a local authority where you can influence development proposals on strategic sites in one of the most desirable locations in the country?</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Are you able to demonstrate a high level of competence in dealing with a range of complex planning issues?</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Do you have conflict resolution and mediation skills?</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant planning team. You will have the opportunity to work on a rewarding range of complex planning applications in some of the most beautiful parts of the South East of England.</p>\n<p>We offer a very supportive working environment and will invest in your ongoing professional development. The team are working hybrid so happy to see applications from those looking to work that way.      </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Claire Upton-Brown (Joint Assistant Director of Planning) on 07899990749.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date for applications</strong>: <strong>9:00am on Monday 3rd March 2025. </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: Monday 10th March 2025.</strong></p>\n<p>We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please.</p>\n<p><strong>Politically Sensitive post: Political Restrictions</strong></p>\n<p>Please note that the Local Government Officers (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990 apply to this post. 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We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices share this commitment.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children/young people/adults at risk.  You will need to tell us about any spent convictions or cautions, which may later appear on your DBS Certificate.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>\n<strong>Should you have any queries please contact Mrs S Barnes at the College on </strong><a href=\"mailto:s-barnes@garthhillcollege.com\">s-barnes@garthhillcollege.com</a> <strong>or 01344 421122</strong>. </div>\n<div> </div>\n<div>Only applications submitted on the official application form will be considered.</div>\n<div> </div>\n<div><strong>CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS AT 09H00 ON 27 FEBRUARY 2025</strong></div>\n<div><em> </em></div>\n<div><strong><em>Please Note: Applications may be dealt with on receipt which may cause this position to close earlier than stated.</em></strong></div>\n<div><em> </em></div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"MPS (Fringe)","publishDate":"2025-02-07T12:53:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-27T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f8dff170-6c3e-441d-b0b0-c612163d589c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6645ea9c-129e-4d63-8d46-109cb5325949","title":"Housing Register and Allocations Officer (FTC 12 months)","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are looking for a passionate and self motivated person to work with our customers who are in need of housing support.</p>\n<p>If you have experience of problem solving and working with a diverse clientele within a housing environment, with excellent negotiating skills and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and other stakeholders, then we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>You will be joining a dynamic, friendly and solution based Housing Register team delivering proactive advice and assistance to households who are in need of housing.</p>\n<p>The work is fast paced and innovative and sometimes challenging, however there is always time for finding creative solutions and every day is different.</p>\n<p>You will work alongside the Housing Options and Rough Sleeping teams helping our most vulnerable clients from becoming homeless.  </p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>As a Housing Register & Allocations Officer you will be responsible for assessing all applicants under the Housing Act 1985 and Housing Act 1996 (Part VI) applying for the Housing Register, providing help and comprehensive advice to households who are in need of finding a home.</li>\n<li>You will also be responsible for making appropriate and timely nominations to our Registered Providers (Housing Associations) where requests are received and the council have nomination rights to.</li>\n<li>To provide a customer focussed approach ensuring that a full housing needs assessment has been undertaken to help customers find a home.</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>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’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d 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<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Tuesday 4th & Wednesday 5<sup>th</sup> March 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>Lisa Jones - Housing Register & Allocations Team Leader</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 351351</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. 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Our Social Workers feel well supported by visible leaders, managers and peers, with some staff having actively chosen to work in Wokingham because they appreciate the bespoke approach that makes them feel valued.</p>\n<p>Ofsted feedback March 2024: “Senior leaders, including the leader of the council, the lead member and the chief executive, have worked together effectively to improve the experiences and progress of children and to secure the investment required to enable the progress to continue. The quality assurance framework has been reviewed and updated, with a clear focus on improving the quality of supervision”. </p>\n<p><strong>The Person</strong></p>\n<p>As our Service Director - Practice, Improvement & Quality, you will be an enthusiastic leader, committed to the improvement and quality of services provided to our residents.</p>\n<p>You will inspire change and support high developing teams that can challenge the ‘status quo’ and driving efficiencies where required.</p>\n<p>Your visible leadership will impact beyond individual service areas and organisational boundaries to create solutions, build relationships, and inspire ideas that span the entire system across education and social care, to build credibility with children, parents, partners, schools, the local community, and Ofsted.</p>\n<p>To hear from our Director of Children's Services, click the link below:</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://youtu.be/0LMvIpRXPxY\">https://youtu.be/0LMvIpRXPxY</a></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>⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</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>⭐ And much more! </p>\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 including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an increasingly diverse and 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>We are looking for an authentic and engaging individual with a passion for making a positive impact on children, young people and their families. So, if you’re currently a Service Director or looking for an opportunity to develop and step up into a new role, we’d be delighted to hear from you.</p>\n<p>Click the link at the bottom of the page and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion with Emma Cockerell, Director of Children’s Services, please contact Lee Partridge or Mathilda Barker from the Recruitment Team on <a href=\"mailto:recruit@wokingham.gov.uk\">recruit@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 9<sup>th</sup> March 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>For the Interview Process and Schedule, please see the attachment at the bottom of the page.</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.<strong>     </strong></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. 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The post holder is also responsible for ensuring an effective joint working relationship with key internal and external partners to further the community safety agenda and Community Safety Partnership.</p>\n<p>The Service is at the forefront of our corporate approach to prevention and demand management. Using data and insight to forecast demand and implement innovative cost-effective solutions to reduce future demand, reduce costs and secure better longer-term outcomes for residents and service users.</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>⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</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>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>The Person</strong></p>\n<p>As our Service Director for Housing, Specialist Housing and Community Safety, you will be a confident leader with experience of inspiring change and developing high performing teams, to positively impact and improve outcomes for residents across the borough.</p>\n<p>Your political acumen will be key to enable you to manage the political interface, whilst ensuring you deliver cost effective results, generating income and efficiencies.</p>\n<p>Your approach and visible leadership should ensure you build strong relationships and credibility with the wider leadership team, partners, key stakeholders and the community.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Vision</strong></p>\n<p>As part of our vision within Place & Growth, we are delighted to continue building a permanent senior leadership team to deliver key strategic improvements across our services. This approach will further strengthen our workforce in our bid to ensuring Wokingham Borough is a great place to live, learn, work, and grow and a great place to do business.</p>\n<p>Our progressive and ‘be inspiring’ mindset, drives our ambition to make a difference and provide a stronger, more sustainable and inclusive environment for all colleagues, businesses and residents across the borough.</p>\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 including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible, increasingly diverse 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 are a strategic leader with a passion for making a positive impact and delivering change, we would like to hear from you. Click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion with Giorgio Framalicco, Director of Place & Growth, please contact Luke Adams, Executive Personal Assistant on <a href=\"mailto:luke.adams2@wokingham.gov.uk\">luke.adams2@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 9<sup>th</sup> March 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>For the interview schedule and process, please click the link at the bottom of this page.</strong></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>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.<strong>     </strong></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":"£89,723 - £109,637 per annum, plus benefits","publishDate":"2025-02-07T12:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-09T23:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/527ccaa4-1895-46de-9c38-3f876259ca89.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"37ce7aa4-993f-4afb-b040-f40f7ae5ad49","title":"Service Director - Planning, Economy & Culture","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End, Wokingham, Wokingham Borough Council, Shute End/Home Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Wokingham Borough Council are looking for a dynamic and inspiring Service Director for Planning, Economy & Culture, to join our Directorate Place and Growth Leadership Team.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>The Opportunity </strong></p>\n<p>We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Service Director for Planning, Economy & Culture to join our proactive Leadership Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.</p>\n<p>As the Service Director for Planning, Economy & Culture, you will be responsible for leading and managing the Planning Policy, Infrastructure Delivery & Projects, Strategic Development, Development Management, Economy & Culture, and Building Control Solutions teams to achieve the service's objectives.</p>\n<p>You will be a lead officer on the Creating Communities agenda working collaboratively and in partnership across the Council and with external stakeholders, to deliver a joined-up approach to place making including the delivery of key major new communities. Overseeing the progression of the Local Plan to adoption will be one of your key achievements in the role as will continuing to provide an excellent development management service.</p>\n<p>Overseeing actions set out in our Borough wide economic strategy and town centre strategy will also be a high priority as will be working with other Berkshire councils to support the Berkshire Prosperity Board and Berkshire wide Economic Strategy.</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>⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</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>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>The Person</strong></p>\n<p>As our Service Director for Planning, Economy & Culture, you will be an enthusiastic leader, committed to the improvement and quality of services provided to our residents.</p>\n<p>You will inspire change and support high developing teams that can challenge the ‘status quo’ driving efficiencies where required.</p>\n<p>Your visible leadership will impact beyond individual service areas and organisational boundaries to create solutions, build relationships, and inspire ideas, strengthening credibility with partners, stakeholders and the wider community.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Vision</strong></p>\n<p>As part of our vision within Place & Growth, we are delighted to continue building a permanent senior leadership team to deliver key strategic improvements across our services. This approach will further strengthen our workforce in our bid to ensuring Wokingham Borough is a great place to live, learn, work, and grow and a great place to do business.</p>\n<p>Our progressive and ‘be inspiring’ mindset, drives our ambition to make a difference and provide a stronger, more sustainable and inclusive environment for all colleagues, businesses and residents across the borough.</p>\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 including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible, increasingly diverse 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 are a strategic leader with a passion for making a positive impact, we would like to hear from you. Click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion with Giorgio Framalicco, Director of Place & Growth, please contact Luke Adams, Executive Personal Assistant on <a href=\"mailto:luke.adams2@wokingham.gov.uk\">luke.adams2@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 9<sup>th</sup> March 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>For the interview schedule and process, please click the link at the bottom of this page. </strong></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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Handling appointments, applications and payments. Undertaking any follow up administrative work or system input tasks.</li>\n<li>Take an active role, through reception duties, in ensuring the main council offices are welcoming and safe for all colleagues and visitors. Adhering to and promoting best practice and Health and Safety guidelines.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate Requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>The ability to listen, extract and assess important information</li>\n<li>A strong customer service ethos, striving to continually improve our customer's experience.</li>\n<li>A can do, confident attitude; be trustworthy, dependable, and able to deliver on what is promised.</li>\n<li>A desire to improve their skills, knowledge and experience.</li>\n<li>The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and generally busy environment</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 including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Karen Staff, Hiring Manager Job Title at karen.staff@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Sunday 16th February 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: W/C 17th February 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.<strong>     </strong></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. 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This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to drive real change and see your innovations come to life.</p>\n<p>You'll be a key player in the council's ongoing digital programme, helping us to implement design principles that reduce demand, improve customer experience, and streamline operations.</p>\n<p>This is a unique opportunity to work on exciting, innovative projects with significant professional development potential in digital and AI technologies and you'll have plenty of scope to innovate with this role that provides a platform to showcase your skills and creativity, leaving a lasting impact on our community.</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>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</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>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Identify, shape, and deliver of proof-of-concept projects that leverage cutting-edge digital technologies, such as AI and alongside technical colleagues, help put in place foundational interoperability using APIs and where needed, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), to enhance organisational efficiency and service capabilities.</li>\n<li>Serve as a technical point of reference during project deliveries, providing expert advice to internal stakeholders, partners, and suppliers. Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges collaboratively, maintaining a high standard of technical problem-solving.</li>\n<li>Continuously explore and maintain current knowledge of emerging technologies, conducting horizon scanning to identify potential opportunities for innovation, and independently updating technical knowledge to ensure the Council remains at the forefront of digital transformation.</li>\n<li>Perform technical feasibility assessments and risk evaluations of new technologies, considering governance, regulatory compliance, cybersecurity, and ethical design principles</li>\n<li>Support and work with the Digital Innovation Service Manager to find and deliver efficiencies, savings, and demand reduction across the organisation through digital innovation.</li>\n<li>Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in developing innovative solutions, utilising agile methodologies to create rapid prototypes and technical solutions that have extensibility and interoperability across the Council’s digital ecosystem.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience of deploying successfully, AI applications/services, automation and emerging technologies.</li>\n<li>Experience of leading proof of concepts, pilots and projects within a programme of projects or equivalent experience.</li>\n<li>Strong experience of information governance and ethical use of AI</li>\n<li>Minimum 5-7 years of relevant professional experience</li>\n<li>(Desirable) Knowledge of local government and particularly transformational Government and efficiency agenda.</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 including 69 primary and 21 secondary 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>Click the link below and apply today. Alternatively, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail sarah.pena@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date:  9th March 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews:</strong><strong> TBC</strong></p>\n<p><em>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.  Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</em></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><strong> </strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong><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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The role also provides the opportunity for an interesting mix of roles and responsibilities with excellent opportunities for continual personal development.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: </strong>Sunday 16th February 2025, 11pm<br><strong>Interview date: </strong>TBC</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this job role, please contact Rebecca Bullock on 07562169076 or <a href=\"mailto:rebecca.bullock@wokingham.gov.uk\">rebecca.bullock@wokingham.gov.uk</a></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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The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong awareness and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity, safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We are looking for someone who is patient, approachable and able to maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times, while also recognising the importance of professional empathy when the situation requires it.</div>\n<h3 class=\"relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8\">About the team...</h3>\n<p>We are a dedicated and fast paced team working across three Family Hubs and a Youth Hub. We work closely with schools, Children's Social Care, Health Services and the Third Sector, to contribute to the best possible outcomes for children, young people and their families. You will have a big impact on what we do and you will be trusted to take ownership of your work. 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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. </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’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d 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<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 28<sup>th</sup> February 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>Name: Sam Castle</p>\n<p>Job Title: Early Help Administrator Team Leader</p>\n<p>Phone Number: 01344 352478</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. 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