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Working on your own or as part of a team, you will be primarily cleaning the Council’s public conveniences in the morning and will assist with sweeping, cleansing and removing litter from the highway and public areas.\nBased at our Freighter House depot in Springfield, the post holder would normally be expected to work the following hours; Monday to Thursday 06:00am – 14:00pm and Friday 06:00am – 13:30pm. It should be noted however that some flexibility will be required, including earlier/later starts on occasions, and may involve week-end working when large events are taking place in the city.\nThe successful candidate will be expected to work 37 hours per week and a current full UK driving licence is essential.\nFind out more about Chelmsford and Working for the City Council by viewing our Uncover Your Potential brochure above.\nChelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.\nTo view further details for this role including a job description, please click the link on the attachments section.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,996 to £25,998 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-30T11:32:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b7ed90f2-f77c-4e43-9965-09ecdff57d89.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d5d365fb-1dde-4542-bff7-a224984703e3","title":"Prevent Training and Engagement Officer - 12 month FTC","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"Mostly remote working","locationType":3,"description":"Prevent Training and Engagement OfficerFixed Term, Full Time£27,514.50 to £32,370.00 Per AnnumLocation: ChelmsfordClosing Date: Sunday 18th May 2025 at 11.59pmPlease note that this is a Fixed Term Contract / Secondment opportunity for a period of 12 months. There is the possibility this will be extended till the 31st of March 2027 but is dependent on confirmation of external funding.Please note that this is a politically restricted role.Interview Date: Interviews will be held on Friday 6th June 2025 at County Hall, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1QH.Essex County Council (ECC) is one of the largest and most dynamic local authorities in the UK, serving a population of 1.5 million residents in the historic and beautiful county of Essex. ECC has an ambitious agenda for our county reflected in our strategy Everyone's Essex. The OpportunityAs a Prevent Training & Engagement Officer at Essex County Council, this role will be based in the Council's Equalities and Partnerships Team which covers a range of challenging equalities and partnership issues of national and local importance, including community safety.A core function of team is to lead on the work to prevent radicalisation, both internally and in partnership through our Prevent Delivery Group. This includes the development and implementation of local Prevent strategies, ensuring we meet the requirements for local authorities under the Prevent Duty and providing advice and guidance for colleagues across the council and partner organisations.The team is also responsible for developing, delivering, and continuously improving training and engagement programs aimed at raising awareness of Prevent, radicalisation, and associated topics, as well as engaging with a wide range of audiences.The RoleWe are seeking Prevent Training & Engagement Officer with strong Communication skills to:<ul>\n<li>Design, develop, and continuously review comprehensive training packages aimed at improving awareness of Prevent, radicalisation, and associated topics for a range of audiences.</li>\n<li>Deliver and administer a full training programme for staff internally, within partner organisations, and within community settings.</li>\n<li>Develop and deliver an engagement plan to work with and consult local communities across Essex to encourage a better understanding of Prevent and engage them in relevant Prevent activity.</li>\n<li>Build effective, collaborative relationships with key internal and external partners across Essex and the region.</li>\n<li>Work closely and collaboratively with all Local Authority Prevent Leads to identify gaps and priorities, share good practice, and support them to develop and update risk assessments.</li>\n<li>Support the development of project bids to be administered through the Preventing Radicalisation Initiative Fund and coordinate the delivery of these projects.</li>\n<li>Offer expert advice and assistance in the development and implementation of local Prevent strategies.</li>\n</ul>How we workThis role is considered an 'anywhere worker' by Essex County Council and is predominantly a remote position. 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To Apply please click here: <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=150071J9bU\">Executive Support Officer</a> or visit https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left.The Opportunity:We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Support Officer to join our Executive Support Team, who are responsible for providing a range of professional support services to our Management Board and the Leader of the Council.This is a fixed term post to provide additional support as we work on a number of projects including our transformation programme, devolution and Local Government Review.Key responsibilities will include providing administrative support to Management Board and the Leader of the Council. Day-to-day duties will cover managing correspondence, emails and calls, managing diaries, arranging meetings and seminars, drafting agendas and taking minutes. Experience: We are seeking a proactive individual, who is flexible, with the ability to work on their own initiative, but also as part of a team, to tight deadlines. Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and tact and diplomacy are essential, together with an understanding of the confidential and sensitive nature of the role.The successful candidate will be able to work confidently with people at all levels to build working relationships both internally and externally. Experience of working as a PA/administrator to senior managers including diary management, arranging and minuting meetings is essential, along with evidence of event planning. Proficient IT skills across a range of packages is a must. Accountabilities:<ul>\n<li>To take responsibility for managing incoming correspondence, emails and telephone calls, and drafting correspondence for members of Corporate Management Board and/or the Leader of the Council.</li>\n<li>To proactively manage MP correspondence ensuring all correspondence is logged and responded to accordingly.</li>\n<li>To proactively manage diaries for members of the Executive Team and/or Leader of the Council.</li>\n<li>To develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, colleagues and customers.</li>\n<li>To develop and maintain an understanding of the roles of senior management, senior Members and an extensive knowledge of the work of the Council and the Directorates.</li>\n<li>To work collaboratively, flexibly and effectively with PA colleagues to provide support, assistance and cover in the office.</li>\n<li>Arrange, create agendas for and take minutes at executive level, highly sensitive, meetings with internal and external partners.</li>\n<li>To organise meetings and seminars, including all the required logistics.</li>\n<li>To receive visitors for members of the Executive Team and/or Leader of the Council</li>\n<li>To provide administration and PA support for specialist roles</li>\n<li>To support the Executive Support Manager with procurement and payment for goods and services.</li>\n<li>To co-ordinate the collection of data and reports from services as required.</li>\n<li>To assist with emergency planning related issues by providing a loggist service to Gold and Silver command.</li>\n<li>To undertake any other duties and activities as directed by the Executive Support Manager and to advise if, at any time, the above duties and responsibilities cannot be performed.</li>\n</ul> Why choose Braintree District Council? Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating <a name=\"_Int_IVkWZBkv\"></a>a great place for our residents and businesses.As a Council our role is as a guardian of the place and its people; where residents live well in healthy and resilient communities; a well-connected district with high-quality homes delivered with the infrastructure and a place which attracts and provides good employment opportunities.We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved <a name=\"_Int_Ot1RYcjB\"></a>track record for delivering and <a name=\"_Int_i0BGENqw\"></a>a strong reputation within the business community and are committedBraintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are:<ul>\n<li>Flexible working</li>\n<li>Hybrid working arrangements are available in this role (home/office based) subject to business need</li>\n<li>Free parking</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Learning and development for all staff</li>\n<li>Staff recognition schemes</li>\n<li>Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership.</li>\n</ul>If you would like an informal chat about the post, please contact Emma Conigliaro on 01376 557700.To apply, click here: <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=150071J9bU\"> Executive Support Officer </a> Closing date for receipt of applications: Midnight on Sunday 18th May Please Note - Essex County Council is advertising this role on behalf of Braintree District Council and if successful you will be employed by Braintree District Council.<a href=\"https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team\">How to apply:</a> This role is being advertised on behalf of Braintree District Council therefore all applications must be submitted via the Braintree District Council <a href=\"https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team\"> website </a> . Please note any applications submitted via the Working for Essex 'apply' button will be advised to re-apply via the Braintree District Council <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=150071J9bU\"> Advert </a> .","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,000 - £39,999","publishDate":"2025-04-30T04:47:53.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T04:47:53.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f08a3722-2eee-4508-ab2c-9a0a390b28d2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b1d2d17d-7df5-4a13-a2b0-558d1987d498","title":"Park Operations Assistant - Thorndon Country Park","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"Brentwood","locationType":3,"description":" This is a permanent, part time position on an annualised hours contract. This means you will be contracted to work a minimum of 964.59 hours per year. The pro rata salary will be £12,540.50 per annum. Please note, shifts involve working 37hours across a two-week rota include working Saturday and Sunday plus 3 to 4 evenings per week for 2 hours cleaning and lock-up (evening shift times vary as the park closing times change throughout the year). Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means. The Opportunity Based at Thorndon Country Park, the Park Operations Assistant will ensure the park is secure and open at critical times during the day for visitors. This includes access to all the facilities which are expected to be safe and well-presented environments for the visiting public. You will be expected to carry out a variety of duties and tasks in order to maintain the grounds & infrastructure and there will be the opportunity to expand the core role as required to meet the needs of the park. Please use the links below to find out more about our park. <a href=\"https://www.explore-essex.com/places-to-go/find-whats-near-me/thorndon-country-park\"> Thorndon Country Park </a> Accountabilities The ideal candidate will have the desirable competencies listed below, although training will be given both to meet the basic skill/qualifications and as ongoing professional development. <ul>\n<li>Contribute to the daily operation of the parks by ensuring all car park vehicle access points to the park are open at the times publicised to the public and also securely closed when the site is closed.</li>\n<li>Keep the toilet facilities clean and in good working order, reporting any repairs needed as required.</li>\n<li>Engage with customers to improve the visitor's experience; dealing with any issues involving visitors that occur within the park.</li>\n<li>Operate basic machinery and driving of park vehicles.</li>\n<li>Undertake grounds maintenance duties such as using a strimmer, ride on mower and use of associated ground care machinery and implements.</li>\n<li>Ensure all facilities including toilets, buildings and storage areas are secure and designated areas are available as needed.</li>\n<li>Support general operational activities as required.</li>\n<li>Maintain the safety and beauty of the park by picking up litter and emptying bins/dog bins as required.</li>\n<li>Complete relevant Health and Safety checks on the play areas within the park and completing all relevant paperwork in line with procedures.</li>\n<li>Checking on livestock.</li>\n<li>Assisting the rangers in a variety of park duties.</li>\n</ul> The Experience You Will Bring<ul>\n<li>Educated to RQF Level 2 (GCSE or BTEC), or equivalent by experience.</li>\n<li>Experience of working with members of the public or customers delivering excellent customer service.</li>\n<li>Evidence of good communication skills with the ability to deliver information and advice.</li>\n<li>Experience of working within a team and supporting team members to deliver local objectives.</li>\n</ul> To read more about us please visit: <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/role/climate-environment-and-customer-services?source=workingforessex.com\"> Climate, Environment and Customer Services </a> ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £12540.50 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-29T07:52:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-13T07:52:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a1c81020-e0a7-4eab-b1a5-2a0d42e629e5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f90856dd-7b2f-4a2a-8d32-099a17ddfa07","title":"Wellbeing and Public Health Officer","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"Chelmsford","locationType":3,"description":" This position has been classed as anywhere worker roles but has an expectation that the successful candidate will attend the office, in Chelmsford, approximately 1 day per week, with the remaining time allowing for remote working if desired. Join Our Growing Public Health Team at Essex County Council. Are you ready to create positive change and be part of something bigger? As we embark on the next phase of our 5-year Business Plan, the Wellbeing, Public Health, and Communities Team is seeking passionate individuals to join us. The Opportunity The new Wellbeing and Public Health Officer role plays a very important part within the Wellbeing Public Health and Communities Team, supporting the delivery of the Public Health business plan. The post holder will work flexibly across the Wellbeing, Public Health and Communities team to ensure we meet our ambitions for Essex residents to live healthier and more fulfilling lives - no matter their age, background, or current circumstances. This includes, for example the successful delivery of priority projects aimed at building resilient and active communities and helping equip people to make healthier lifestyle choices. The postholder will lead on project planning and delivery. They will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure that priority projects are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget - whilst also ensuring that key public health principles such as assessment of need, reviewing evidence, engaging citizens and evaluation are met. Accountabilities <ul><li>Collaborate with team members to clearly define projects, plan timelines, identify risks, map, and engage stakeholders. </li></ul><ul><li>Support the practical delivery of priority projects through leading on a range of activities such as organising meetings, taking, and monitoring actions, producing minutes of meetings, drafting project documents and presentations, arranging stakeholder workshops, and producing action plans. </li></ul><ul><li>Co-ordinating team members, experts, and external stakeholders to ensure that actions are progressed, and necessary work delivered in a timely fashion. </li></ul><ul><li>Monitoring the performance of projects to ensure they are on track to be delivered on time and to cost as well as delivering desired outcomes. </li></ul><ul><li>Work in collaboration with partner organisations to deliver integrated activity and highlight any further opportunities and efficiencies that can achieved. </li></ul><ul><li>Support the delivery of specific projects and activities that further the continuous improvement ethos of high performing, sustainable and cost-effective services or place shaping activities and develop cross functional links. </li></ul><ul><li>Supports the development of, and use, of a range of tools and techniques that ensure activity is consistent, effective, and efficient and that an audit trail is maintained. </li></ul> The Experience You Will Bring Essential: <ul><li>Experience of successfully leading multiple projects delivered on time and to budget. </li></ul><ul><li>Evidence of experience working in collaboration with community partners to improve health outcomes for residents </li></ul><ul><li>Recent work experience within Public Health or related activity service / function area, including project experience. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working in a complex partnership environment with Local Authorities and Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector organisations to deliver positive health and wellbeing outcomes </li></ul> Desirable: <ul><li>Experience of monitoring financial information in relation to Grants, contracting and commissioning. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills. </li></ul><ul><li>Evidence of working well with others across a range of different projects. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working in the public sector or large complex organisations. </li></ul> Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means. To read more about us please visit: <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/role/economy-investment-and-public-health?source=workingforessex.com\">Economy, Investment and Public Health</a> ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29032.0000 - £34155.0000 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-29T02:38:52.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T02:38:52.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/fd6522e2-bd48-407c-80f1-2db47e61c3f7.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"89ee08b5-dc77-4050-8e27-2a0449a1121c","title":"Trading Standards Professional Apprentice","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"County Hall, Chelmsford, Essex","locationType":3,"description":"<img src=\"https://myessex.csod.com/clientimg/myessex/jobAdUploads/ECC-red-Logo-Small.jpg\" alt=\"\">Trading Standards Professional ApprenticeFixed Term, Full Time£31,678 per annumLocation: ChelmsfordWorking Style: <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working\">Community-based worker</a>Closing Date: 18th May 2025 Essex Trading Standards is looking for a highly motivated person to take on a vital role in enforcing vape and tobacco regulations. This is more than just a job-it's your chance to make a lasting impact on the Essex community, ensuring fairness, compliance, and public safety. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge with clear career progression and want to be proud of the difference you make, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Join us and be part of something meaningful! Benefits: <ul>\n<li>Healthy work life balance. </li>\n<li>Wide range of learning and development opportunities. </li>\n<li>IT equipment and home-working equipment supplied. </li>\n<li>26 days annual leave + bank holidays + choice to buy extra. </li>\n<li>Generous Local Government Salary related pension scheme. </li>\n<li>Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards. </li>\n<li>Access to our health and wellbeing support platform with LifeWorks. </li>\n<li>Up to 4 days per year Volunteering leave. </li>\n<li> A fully funded <a name=\"_Hlk181276253\"></a><a href=\"https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/trading-standards-professional-v1-0\">Level 6 Trading Standards Professional</a> qualification delivered online over 40 months. </li>\n</ul> Essex County Council is proud to offer an excellent benefits package to all its employees. More information can be found here <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward/\"> pay and reward </a> . <a name=\"_Hlk181276283\"></a>The Role: Trading Standards is responsible for supporting legitimate business activity by providing advice and support, encouraging economic development and prosperity, and helping to create a level playing field. We protect the economic interests of Essex residents (particularly the more vulnerable members of the community) by using all the tools available to swiftly and effectively tackle rogue traders and businesses that cause the most consumer detriment. We adopt an intelligence led approach to enforcing a broad range of Trading Standards legislation including fair trading, underage sales, food and product safety, animal health and welfare to name just a few. This exciting opportunity will see you developing the knowledge, skills and competencies to become a Trading Standards Officer. You will undertake the training and learning requirements of the level 6 Trading Standards Professional apprenticeship. The role will focus on the enforcement of rules regulating vapes and tobacco, including the supply of illegal/illicit products and tackling age restricted sales to children. You will study Trading Standards modules to complete your training including a Tobacco and Vapes module and will work closely with, and be supported by, members of the Trading Standards team throughout your training. When qualified you will be considered for a Trading Standards officer post. The role will require successful study of Level 6 Trading Standards Professional Apprenticeship and end of study assessment with <a> CSA Learning </a> . You will be responsible for managing your own training and development to gain and apply a working knowledge of Trading Standards legislation, developing skills and competencies to enable effective enforcement and investigation. You will have excellent communication skills (and the ability to deal confidently with a range of stakeholders) and be equally comfortable working both alone with minimal supervision and as part of a team of Trading Standards professionals. You will hold a minimum of GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above and while not essential, successful completion of the Regulatory Compliance Officer Apprenticeship, qualification in law or experience of working in a regulatory role is desirable. Excellent organisational skills are a must together with the ability to assess, prioritise workload and hit agreed deadlines. You will hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a car that can be used for work. Click here to read what our Apprentices say about working in Trading Standards: <a href=\"https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.workingforessex.com/blog/early-careers-in-public-health?source=workingforessex.com&data=05|01||028bdcac3fe5412f396408db462e3b1b|a8b4324f155c4215a0f17ed8cc9a992f|0|0|638180936587836265|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=m84omfkkW4E1yFVVT4n8Gkxg3n7XuLyn5BEYgd8eeOE=&reserved=0\"> Harriet's Blog </a> <a href=\"https://workingforessex.com/blog/trading-standards-in-essex-more-than-just-legislation?source=workingforessex.com\"> Rachael's Blog </a> About You: You will have: <ul>\n<li>Evidence of continuing professional development and expert knowledge in relevant professional area. </li>\n<li>Evidence of the ability to develop skills and knowledge relevant to the role. </li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills and ability to deal confidently with a range of stakeholders. </li>\n<li>Be comfortable working both alone with minimal supervision and as part of a team of Trading Standards professionals. </li>\n<li>A proven ability and willingness to study and develop the skills and knowledge to successfully complete the Level 6 Trading Standards Professional Apprenticeship. </li>\n<li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. </li>\n<li>Evidence of the ability to use bespoke databases or other IT applications. </li>\n<li>Excellent organisational skills are a must, together with the ability to assess, prioritise workload and hit agreed deadlines.</li>\n</ul> Essential Requirements for the role: <ul>\n<li>This role requires the postholder to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Essex and beyond. Driving licence and a vehicle, or ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means, is essential. </li>\n<li> You will need to have the right to work and study in England. </li>\n<li>You will have been ordinarily resident in the UK or EEA for three years before the apprenticeship start date. </li>\n<li>As apprentices have employed status you must have the right to permanently live, work and study in the UK. Apprenticeships are not covered by student visas. </li>\n</ul> Please note that we must be provided with your education certificates at the final stage of the recruitment process. If you have international equivalent qualifications a NARIC Statement of Comparability must be provided. If you do not already hold one you can purchase online - you can find more information here <a href=\"https://enic.org.uk/Qualifications/SOC/Default.aspx\"> Statement of Comparability (enic.org.uk). </a> What will you be doing? <ul>\n<li>\nDevelopment, planning, delivery and management of enforcement projects, to ensure Trading Standards enforcement priorities are met.\n</li>\n<li>Lead on investigations and all enforcement activities, including carrying out PACE interviews, preparing notes, statements and prosecution reports and giving evidence in court to comply with the Trading Standards Investigation Protocol. </li>\n<li>Working collaboratively with other enforcement agencies (such as the Police, VOSA, DEFRA) District Councils, Parish Councils and politicians; attending external meetings such as Alcohol Licensing Reviews and Parish Council meetings to represent the council. </li>\n<li>Carry out visits to businesses to ensure compliance with legislation, provide advice and decide on the most appropriate remedy for non-compliances at the time of visit. </li>\n<li>Responsible for liaising with members of the public and complainants to gather intelligence and provide updates on progress made with enquiries and complaints. </li>\n<li>Review and grade intelligence using a threat matrix approach, to ensure best use of resources. </li>\n<li>Responsible for consultancy services quotations, customer relationships management and agreed sums of petty cash, to ensure Council financial policies are complied with, all spend is auditable and income opportunities are maximised. </li>\n<li>Responsible for undertaking a range of enforcement activities alone and as part of a team (e.g. 'test purchasing' operations of age restricted products, licensing inspections) to deliver Trading Standards enforcement priorities. </li>\n<li>Responsible for accurately recording work undertaken and prepare accurate and concise guidance letters to business and consumers to ensure the delivery of Trading Standards priorities. </li>\n<li>Mentor and assist with training Regulatory Compliance Officer Apprentices (Level 4). </li>\n<li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework. </li>\n</ul> <a name=\"_Hlk92374783\"></a>Why Essex? To read more about us please visit: <a href=\"https://workingforessex.com/role/economy-investment-and-public-health\"> People, Policy, Economy and Public Health - Working for Essex </a> <a href=\"https://workingforessex.com/working-here/entry-to-work\"> Entry to work - Working for Essex </a> As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in <a href=\"https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex\"> Everyone's Essex </a> . With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you. Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2\"> Nolan principles </a> , including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone. How to apply: Start your journey within the Essex Trading Standards Team by clicking the APPLY button now! If you are interested in finding out more about this role or require further information, we would love to hear from you. Please email: <a> work.placements@essex.gov.uk </a> . As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service\"> https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service </a> . Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join <a href=\"https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&utm_medium=Advert&utm_content=Job_Advert\"> The Essex Talent Community </a> . Additional Information: If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a> work.placements@essex.gov.uk </a> Follow us on <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/essexcountycouncil\"> Facebook </a> , <a href=\"https://twitter.com/essex_cc\">X</a>, <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/essex_cc\"> Instagram </a> and <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/essex-county-council/\"> LinkedIn </a> . Further details can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/\"> careers page </a> . Downloads <div><hr width=\"100%\"></div> <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward\"> Pay and Reward </a> | <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working\"> Our Ways of Working </a> | <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/about-us\"> About Us </a> | <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/organisational-behaviours\"> Organisation Behaviours </a>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £31678.0000 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-28T09:13:21.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T09:13:21.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/da4405b9-5c73-4a7e-81cd-4c55ea749322.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3bca33c6-a466-4472-b2ef-399290e0760f","title":"Apprentice Solicitor","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"Chelmsford","locationType":3,"description":" Essex Legal Services provide high quality, professional, legal advice across the Council and to external clients, enabling them to make well informed decisions which positively impact on service delivery whilst meeting statutory requirements. They work closely with senior leaders to make a real difference to the delivery of the business of the Council and the business of their clients. For this position you will be studying towards a <a href=\"https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0246-v1-1\"> Solicitor Apprentice Standard Level 7 </a> via the <a href=\"https://www.law.ac.uk/study/apprenticeships/\"> University of Law </a> . On completion of the apprenticeship, you will be awarded an LLB in Legal Practice and Skills. Find out more about why you should choose a Law Apprenticeship <a href=\"https://www.law.ac.uk/study/apprenticeships/for-students/\"> here</a>! To read more about our business area, please visit: <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/role/corporate-services?source=workingforessex.com\"> Corporate Services</a>. The Opportunity Essex County Council is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join Essex Legal Services team as a Solicitor Apprentice. As a Solicitor Apprentice you'll spend a minimum of 8 hours of your working week studying, with the remaining time being for you to undertake a comprehensive programme of training and development through planned placements throughout Essex Legal Services in order to gain a broad base of qualifying legal experience. This is a developmental role, offering the opportunity to undertake a 6 year programme of placements throughout Essex Legal Services, in addition to online learning one day per week of study with the University of Law to work towards your LLB university degree, completion of the SQE 1 and 2 and the study of other key skills including the preparation of a work-based portfolio of evidence. You will be involved in up to 6 different placements in the service. This position provides the work-based experience to compliment the learning-based elements of the Apprenticeship Framework and will offer you a supportive environment in which to gain a wealth of experience and transferable skills. If you are looking to become a crucial part of a friendly, welcoming and high achieving team, this could be the opportunity you are looking for. The starting salary will be the National Apprenticeship Wage, £7.55 per hour / £14,567 per annum. After 12 months service the salary will increase to National Living Wage (currently £12.21 per hour / £23,557 per annum). Progressing incrementally to £38,656.00 by Year 5. What Will I be doing? As a Solicitor Apprentice you will complete a comprehensive programme of training and development to obtain the required skills, knowledge, values, behaviours and competencies to be awarded an LLB in Legal Practice and Skills. You will complete the SQE 1 and 2 examinations within the agreed, contracted timeframe (SQE 1 in the penultimate year of study, and SQE 2 in the final year of study). As this is a development opportunity your duties will vary over the course of the apprenticeship. In the first two-three years, you will carry out routine administrative tasks in the legal team and fulfil a planned programme of job placements in the legal service across the various teams. In the final three years as a Solicitor Apprentice, you will be undertaking trainee-level tasks. You will assist with the delivery of routine tasks, dealing with day-to-day work including (but not limited to): <ul><li>Meet all required criteria at the end of each placement for progression. </li></ul><ul><li>From year 4 onwards, prepare a work-based portfolio of evidence. </li></ul><ul><li>Undertake a wide range of projects, duties and responsibilities to achieve high standards within each placement and demonstrate the deliverable outcomes as agreed at the start of the programme. </li></ul><ul><li>Conduct proceedings and transactions under the supervision and training of a qualified solicitor including: attending courts and tribunals; drafting legal documents and correspondence; taking instructions and identifying clients' requirements and goals; evaluating and assessing information, evidence and legal issues including carrying out research. </li></ul><ul><li>Build strong professional relationships within the council to improve cross function understanding and partnership working. </li></ul><ul><li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework. </li></ul> What will I need? Essential Criteria: <ul>\n<li> 3 A Levels at Grade C or above, or equivalent.</li>\n<li>5 GCSEs, including Maths and English, or equivalent, at Grade C/4 or above</li>\n<li>As apprentices have employed status you must have the right to permanently live and work and study in the UK. Apprenticeships are not covered by student visas.</li>\n<li> You must have been ordinarily resident in the UK or EEA for three years before the apprenticeship start date</li>\n</ul> Desirable Criteria: <ul><li>Ability to review own performance and progression to learn from successes and setbacks. </li></ul><ul><li>Evidence of the ability to develop skills and knowledge. </li></ul><ul><li>Working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft office and reasonable keyboard skills. </li></ul><ul><li>Good communication skills with the ability to work with others to achieve tasks and deliver results. </li></ul><ul><li>A positive attitude: a 'can do' approach, good work ethic and willingness to learn </li></ul> Recruitment Timeline: <ul>\n<li> 11th May 2025: Applications close </li>\n<li> 27th May - 8th June 2025: Video interviews </li>\n<li> 17th July 2025: Assessment centre and final interview </li>\n<li> W/c 21st July: Offers made to successful candidate</li>\n<li>July/August: Pre-employment checks</li>\n<li>September: Start date</li>\n</ul> ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £14567.0000 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-28T07:09:20.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-12T07:09:20.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c0dd6636-0cc9-4dc9-a394-a7a779a053fb.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c6805096-19e3-400b-85ec-8be375d35fad","title":"Planning Business Support Manager","employer":"Chelmsford City Council","department":"","location":"Chelmsford","locationType":2,"description":"Our Development Management Service play a crucial role in shaping a well-designed, safe, and sustainable built environment across the borough. The successful applicant will join a forward-thinking department committed to high standards, excellent customer service, and continuous improvement. The successful applicant will lead and manage all business support and administrative functions across the service. This includes overseeing application validation, Local Land Charges, complaint handling, performance reporting, and the development of internal processes. With responsibility for leading staff and managing projects, they will play a critical role in improving efficiency and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. They will work closely with senior managers to drive continuous improvement and ensure that services are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget. The post holder will also represent the service at both internal working groups and external forums. We are looking for a strategic, motivated and highly organised individual with proven experience in managing business support functions. The successful applicant will be a confident leader, capable of motivating teams and implementing service improvements. Strong project management skills, a deep understanding of planning and building control processes, and excellent IT proficiency are all essential. They will be analytical, adaptable, and able to work well under pressure while maintaining a positive, customer-focused approach.\nInterviews are currently scheduled for the week commencing 26th May.\nFind out more about Chelmsford and Working for the City Council by viewing our Uncover Your Potential brochure above.\nChelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.\nTo view further details for this role including a job description, please click the link on the attachments section.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,365 to £44,139 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-25T10:31:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/96a8a305-379f-418b-92f6-934932e901c0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"00641f32-ef70-45c8-acd3-b58eec6a54f4","title":"Homeless Officer","employer":"Chelmsford City Council","department":"","location":"Chelmsford","locationType":2,"description":"Chelmsford City Council’s Strategic Housing Service are recruiting Homeless Officer to join our busy Homeless Team, working with people to prevent homelessness and make decisions as to the Council’s duties under the homelessness legislation.\nThis is a challenging role but one that is also very rewarding, with the knowledge that you are working with others to make a real difference to help those in difficult situations.\nThe successful applicant will have the necessary skills to apply a customer-focused, proactive problem-solving approach in order to successfully work with people experiencing homelessness and those with complex needs. Effective decision-making skills, case management experience and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines are essential criteria of the role.\nThe base for working is the Council’s Civic Centre offices, with the option to work from home.\nThis role is a permanent position, on a full-time basis working of 37 hours per week.\nFind out more about Chelmsford and Working for the City Council by viewing our Uncover Your Potential brochure above.\nChelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.\nTo view further details for this role including a job description, please click the link on the attachments section.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£36,009 to £39,195 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-24T12:59:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8d19ecb5-06a1-481c-84b7-a13ba48f1434.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ff415961-fea5-4e52-bc9b-ec9fa3924b85","title":"School Street Engagement Officer","employer":"Chelmsford City Council","department":"","location":"Chelmsford","locationType":3,"description":"This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and customer focused individual, to help the South Essex Parking Partnership (SEPP) reduce safety issues outside schools and promote SEPP ‘3 Parking Rules’ (3PR) School Parking Initiative and Essex County Council’s (ECC) Healthy School Streets programme.\nThe School Parking Enforcement Officer will visit and patrol school streets to ensure they are safe for people attending at pick-up and drop-off times and to encourage considerate parking. This being achieved by engaging and collaborating with parents and drivers and by providing guidance and information about safe and considerate parking through promotional material, and information on alternative parking options. This will also be supplemented with the issuing of penalty charge notices where appropriate. This job must be achieved using a calm, tactful and professional approach with discretion, engagement and education at the heart of what we do.\nOutside of school patrols, day-to day activities include assisting the School Parking Liaison officer with the implementation and promotion of the 3PR initiative. This will involve liaising with schools, researching safe alternative parking locations and finding suitable locations for ‘Park & Stride’ and / or ‘Walking Bus’ schemes. This may also include assisting in the creation of route and zone maps, plus the provision of data and information from patrols to assist with prioritising and tailoring engagement and enforcement.\nThe successful applicant will also liaise with Essex County Council (ECC) to assist with data collection on issues outside the school and the impact of enforcement and 3PR initiatives that feed into the Healthy School Streets programme, to enable ECC to tailor engagement and promotion.\nFind out more about Chelmsford and Working for the City Council by viewing our Uncover Your Potential brochure above.\nChelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.\nTo view further details for this role including a job description, please click the link on the attachments section.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28,884 to £31,344 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-23T14:33:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-08T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/913fd9b1-016d-432d-8a34-69506b03319e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4f0b31a3-1f8f-4b37-bf88-33285df4842b","title":"Youth Service Learning & Development and Data Lead","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"Essex","locationType":2,"description":"Do you have excellent organisation skills?\nAre you curious, solution focused and a creative thinker?\nDo you have the capability to develop a strategy that aligns youth work curriculum with impact evidence and high-quality data recording?\nIf so, this is the job for you!\nYou will lead the design and implementation of strategies to enhance the skills and knowledge of youth service staff and our community volunteers, focusing on professional development and performance improvement.\nYou will be responsible for coordinating clear and impactful evidence of positive outcomes for Young People through robust quality assurance procedures and high-quality data recording and monitoring\nThis role requires a deep knowledge of the processes required to produce high-quality, accurate, statistics and the ability to produce clear and concise reports for a variety of internal and external audiences.\nThe Role\nEssex is a diverse county which encompasses some of the highest levels of deprivation in the country as well as some highly affluent communities. This is reflected in a wide variance of educational need and attainment. Essex Youth Service inspires young people to achieve their full potential; to aspire to find their place and to contribute as active citizens enabling their voice to be heard.\nThis role will lead and oversee the delivery of youth work solutions to young people to enable them to achieve personal, social and educational achievements which enrich their lives and prepare them for adulthood. Working at a strategic level, developing and influencing effective partnerships that work collaboratively with service users and stakeholders.\nThe Youth Service Lead will provide expert knowledge and strategic direction for specific areas including Curriculum, Policy, Youth Work Practice, Quality Assurance, Learning & Development. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Organisation to ensure the workforce is equipped with the tools, skills and capabilities required to deliver first class youth work solutions.\nTo read more about our business area, please visit: <a href=\"https://www.workingforessex.com/role/education?source=workingforessex.com\">Education</a>\nAccountabilities\n<ul>\n<li>Lead on a strategic area of youth work, developing capability frameworks and managing the cultural shift associated with innovative capacity building models and working practices.</li>\n<li>Head of centre for qualification awarding bodies (youth work & young people’s qualifications)</li>\n<li>Ensure that appropriate mechanisms and protocols are in place with all other partner agencies for effective discharge of statutory joint obligations and duties including safeguarding, equality and diversity standards, national registration and inspection requirements.</li>\n<li>Develop, sustain and manage strong working relationships within Essex and the UK that influence and promote a coherent, aligned approach to the implementation of youth work and the wider education and skills aims offer to young people in Essex</li>\n<li>Establish, develop and maintain strong working relationships with relevant stakeholders to ensure current and future needs are understood and services are delivered accordingly</li>\n<li>Provide leadership and influence employees and partners to adapt to new ways of working, ensuring the required change journey is understood, accepted and implemented.</li>\n<li>Ensure that ECC policies, procedures and youth work practices are reviewed, developed and fit for purpose.</li>\n<li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.</li>\n</ul>\nThe Experience You Will Bring\n<ul>\n<li>Educated to RQF level 6 (Bachelor’s degree) or equivalent by experience in a youth or education setting.</li>\n<li>Evidence of continuing professional development and expert knowledge in relevant professional area</li>\n<li>Evidence of leading sector specific innovation and development through ongoing engagement with professional bodies such as NYA, UK Youth, UKYP</li>\n<li>Experience within the Education/Lifelong Learning sector particularly in relation to youth work with significant knowledge of youth work solutions and models.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of commissioning-based service models and their application in a public and/or private sector context. Evidence of success in determining and evaluating service quality and identifying opportunities to achieve efficiencies, best value and/ or cost reduction.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable achievement of outcomes for customers with a strong focus on evidence-based decision making and maximising value for money.</li>\n<li>Evidence of creative, innovative, transformative working practices within the youth work or education professions.</li>\n<li>Experience of working at a senior level within a large complex organisation, with skills in understanding and responding to different perspectives and taking a cross organisational perspective.</li>\n</ul>\nInterviews will take place 29th and 30th May 2025 in person at County Hall Chelmsford.\nWhy Essex?\nAs one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we’re committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in <a href=\"https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex?source=workingforessex.com\">Everyone's Essex</a>. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.\nIn February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government’s devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about <a href=\"https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://workingforessex.com/roles?source=workingforessex.com&data=05|02|Sharon.Burrus2@essex.gov.uk|2f58d1d5968946d6f86a08dd7029c06e|a8b4324f155c4215a0f17ed8cc9a992f|0|0|638790046808311814|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&sdata=RWho6LqejkQVDN7KrRNgcfWGSUqBWz4muq14BcdeAJ4=&reserved=0&source=workingforessex.com\">devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR</a>) on our careers site.\nEssex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We’re committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We’re also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.\nOnce you’ve secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs.\nAt Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2?source=workingforessex.com\">Nolan principles</a>, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.\nPlease note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.\nAs part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service?source=workingforessex.com\">https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service</a>\nEssex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.\nIf you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join <a href=\"https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&utm_medium=Advert&utm_content=Job_Advert&source=workingforessex.com\">The Essex Talent Community</a>\nIf you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a href=\"mailto:resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk\">resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk</a>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,202.00 - £53,179.00 Per Annum","publishDate":"2025-04-22T16:32:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-12T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/240785d5-2a1c-4f0d-a3fb-982e72915de5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"56d6720e-518e-4e86-aa8c-34dd1a42a9ff","title":"Planning Investigator","employer":"Chelmsford City Council","department":"","location":"Chelmsford","locationType":2,"description":"We are looking for a confident, motivated, outgoing and highly literate individual to join our Planning Enforcement Team as a Planning Investigator. The role involves investigating alleged breaches of planning control under the Town and Country Planning Act, carrying out research, preparing reports, recommending action and liaising with members of the public on site. There may be a need to attend Courts, Public Inquiries and to serve formal notices.\nExcellent communication and negotiation skills are essential, as well as the confidence to carry out investigations in challenging circumstances. The ideal applicant will be pro-active and have strong organisational and analytical skills in order to undertake investigative research, maintain precise records and produce well written reports. This is an ideal starting role for someone considering Planning as a possible career and could provide opportunity for progression.\nThe successful applicant will be required to work 37 hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. 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Street Care Operative

Chelmsford City Council

£24,996 to £25,998 per annum

Chelmsford (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Prevent Training and Engagement Officer - 12 month FTC

Essex County Council

£27514.50 - £32370.00 per annum + + 26 Days Leave & Local Gov Pension

Mostly remote working (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Executive Support Officer - Braintree District Council

Essex County Council

£30,000 - £39,999

CM7 9HB (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Park Operations Assistant - Thorndon Country Park

Essex County Council

Up to £12540.50 per annum

Brentwood (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

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Wellbeing and Public Health Officer

Essex County Council

£29032.0000 - £34155.0000 per annum

Chelmsford (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Trading Standards Professional Apprentice

Essex County Council

Up to £31678.0000 per annum

County Hall, Chelmsford, Essex (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Apprentice Solicitor

Essex County Council

Up to £14567.0000 per annum

Chelmsford (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Planning Business Support Manager

Chelmsford City Council

£40,365 to £44,139 per annum

Chelmsford (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Homeless Officer

Chelmsford City Council

£36,009 to £39,195 per annum

Chelmsford (Hybrid)

Posted 7 days ago

School Street Engagement Officer

Chelmsford City Council

£28,884 to £31,344 per annum

Chelmsford (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Youth Service Learning & Development and Data Lead

Essex County Council

£45,202.00 - £53,179.00 Per Annum

Essex (Hybrid)

Posted 9 days ago

Planning Investigator

Chelmsford City Council

£32,214 to £35,022 per annum

Chelmsford (Hybrid)

Posted 14 days ago

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12 job vacancies in Braintree

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Street Care Operative

Prevent Training and Engagement Officer - 12 month FTC

Executive Support Officer - Braintree District Council

Park Operations Assistant - Thorndon Country Park

Wellbeing and Public Health Officer

Trading Standards Professional Apprentice

Apprentice Solicitor

Planning Business Support Manager

Homeless Officer

School Street Engagement Officer

Youth Service Learning & Development and Data Lead

Planning Investigator

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job vacancies in Braintree