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We are looking for someone who has experience in the field of private sector housing, in particular experience relating to empty and derelict homes and the Housing Act 2004 to join our dedicated Safety and Wellbeing team to help transform empty homes into safe, liveable properties.In this role, you&amp;©ll work with landlords, agents, and homeowners to enforce housing standards, support grant delivery, and reduce the negative impact of derelict or vacant housing. You will be responsible for leading on bringing empty homes back into use, inspect properties under housing legislation, and assist with energy efficiency initiatives, along with:Investigating complaints about housing conditions, unlicensed HMOs, and tenant harassment or illegal eviction.Carrying out inspections under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and assess eligibility for loans and grants.Enforcing housing legislation and preparing statutory notices, prosecution files, and evidence for court or tribunal proceedings.Leading on identifying, surveying and assessing long-term empty homes and developing strategies to bring them back into use.Collaborating with property owners, managing agents, developers and partner organisations to secure funding and facilitate reoccupation or redevelopment.Overseeing enforcement actions including Empty Dwelling Management Orders, enforced sales, and derelict property remediation.Supporting energy efficiency projects and initiatives promoting warm, low-carbon homes.This is a dynamic opportunity for someone with strong knowledge of housing law, enforcement experience, and a passion for improving the lives of residents and the quality of housing across the district. It is essential that you have a strong understanding of housing legislation, guidance, and policies, along with:Solid IT skills and working knowledge of information and financial systemsAbility to obtain and analyse evidence, prepare accurate reports, and make sound decisionsExcellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skillsThere is a requirement of this role for you to work outside normal office hours (including evenings/weekends), have a full driving licence and be physically able to carry out property inspections, including challenging or older properties and external sitesFor an informal discussion about the role please contact Natalie Pearce on 01233 330304 or Gary Clarke on 01233 330624Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/mm4pmcvr/7103a-private-sector-housing-officer-empty-homes-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working.Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Ashford Borough Council

Private Sector Housing Officer - Empty Homes

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Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



Engineering Manager - Lead Meaningful Projects in a Beautiful Borough
Salary: £48,273 – £51,027 + essential car user allowance (£1,239 per annum)
Location: Kings Hill, West Malling (with flexible/hybrid working options)
Contract: Permanent | Full Time (37 hours per week)
Benefits: Generous annual leave, LGPS pension, employee wellbeing support, remote working, free parking, paid professional fees, and CPD opportunities
Are you an experienced engineer looking for a fresh challenge where your work truly makes a difference? Do you want to lead vital infrastructure projects while enjoying the work-life balance and values of the public sector? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
Tonbridge &amp; Malling Borough Council is based in Kings Hill – a modern, well-connected location in one of Kent’s most desirable boroughs. With great transport links, countryside on your doorstep, and vibrant local communities, it’s the perfect blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle appeal.
At TMBC, you’ll find a positive, collaborative culture where people genuinely care about their work, their community, and each other. We take pride in our public service mission and invest in our people through strong training and career development support.
About the Role
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<li>This is an exciting opportunity to lead a varied and impactful portfolio of engineering projects across the borough. You’ll be responsible for:</li>
<li>Managing the Engineering team and associated budgets</li>
<li>Leading projects relating to car parking, drainage, land management, and more</li>
<li>Advising on flood risk and working closely with the Environment Agency and Kent County Council</li>
<li>Overseeing winter maintenance, bridge inspections, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure</li>
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You’ll work from our Kings Hill offices, with the flexibility to work remotely and the opportunity to get out and about across the borough.
Join us and help shape the future of Tonbridge &amp; Malling – a place where your engineering skills can make a real and lasting impact.
Interested?
For an informal chat, please contact Andy Edwards, Head of Technical Services at:
<a href="mailto:andy.edwards@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">andy.edwards@tmbc.gov.uk</a> (Direct candidates only – no agencies, please.)
Interviews scheduled for: To be announced
Apply online today – or contact our HR team at <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a> if you require assistance with your application.

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Engineering Manager

Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking team and lead projects that make a difference!We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a track record of delivering high-profile commercial projects.You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our borough. You will oversee major corporate projects, ensuring they align with our strategic, financial, and business objectives.As Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the Commercial Projects Team in delivering high-priority corporate projects, along with:Overseeing the planning, development, and delivery of commercial strategic projects.Managing procurement, contractors, and consultants.Providing professional guidance on project management best practices.Ensuring projects meet budgetary, quality, and performance expectations.You will be working closely with elected members, partners, and stakeholders to drive impact, so to be competent in this role it is essential that you have:Proven experience managing complex, high-value projects from inception to completion.Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.Knowledge of procurement processes, project planning tools (Pentana, MS Projects), and financial oversight.Excellent communication skills $ú able to present, negotiate, and influence at senior levels.Project Management qualification $ú PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Shaun Meyer on 01233 330309Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/q3lpuium/7102a-senior-project-manager-june-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

Senior Project Manager

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



Are you a confident, customer-focused individual with a passion for theatre and live events?
We’re looking for a&nbsp;Box Office Assistant&nbsp;to join our dynamic team at the heart of the Assembly Hall Theatre. This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver exceptional customer service while contributing to the commercial success of our venue.
What You’ll Be Doing:
<ul>
<li>Providing outstanding customer service via phone, email, and in-person</li>
<li>Supporting sales targets through upselling and proactive engagement</li>
<li>Encouraging and assisting customers in using digital platforms</li>
<li>Delivering accurate reporting to support the wider Culture team</li>
<li>Promoting offerings across TWBC venues including the Literary Festival and Ice Rink</li>
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&nbsp;What We’re Looking For:
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<li>Experience or understanding of working in a customer-facing role</li>
<li>A proactive, solutions-oriented team player</li>
<li>Proficiency in IT, especially Microsoft Office</li>
<li>Awareness of current and upcoming events at our venues</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to quickly build rapport with customers</li>
<li>Confidence, tact, diplomacy, and empathy in customer interactions</li>
<li>A positive, “can-do” attitude and excellent interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Self-motivated and resilient under pressure</li>
<li>Available to work evening and weekends across a 7-day working pattern</li>
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Benefits
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<li>22 days per year, increases to 27 days after 5 years of continuous Local Government service</li>
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Plus&nbsp;3 extra days off in December</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme with 19.7% employer contribution</li>
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Free parking&nbsp;near the Town Hall</li>
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Free tea, coffee and wellbeing perks&nbsp;like an EAP, flu jabs, eyecare vouchers and more</li>
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If you would like to have an informal caht about the role, please contact Beth Calder, Box Officer Manager by email on <a href="mailto:beth.calder@tunbridgewells.gov.uk" target="_blank">beth.calder@tunbridgewells.gov.uk</a> or on 01892 554299
Closing date: Sunday 3 August 2025&nbsp;
Interview date: Friday 8 August 2025

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Box Office Assistant

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Permanent - Full Time&nbsp;

Location:&nbsp; Town Hall, 128-142 High Road, Ilford, IG1 1DD
An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for a highly experienced, Senior Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service.
You will report to the Chief Legal Officer within&nbsp;the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments.
You will provide the Council with expert advice and guidance on aspects of all contracts and procurement related work and have extensive experience in the preparation of public contracts and knowledge of public contract procurement processes.
Responsibilities:&nbsp;
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<li>Provide expertise and knowledge of, and provide advice and guidance and practical assistance on, local government law in the areas of local government contract and procurement work.</li>
<li>Conduct a full range of work types in this area.</li>
<li>Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position,</li>
<li>You will have conduct of a wide and varied range and complexity of local government contract and procurement work</li>
<li>You will supervise a Contract Lawyer</li>
<li>You will report to the Chief Legal Officer</li>
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To be successful in this role you will need to:
<ul>
<li>Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification</li>
<li>Have experience of contract and procurement work, preferably in a local government context</li>
<li>Excellent knowledge of the law and practice of contract and procurement law</li>
<li>Experience of managing a wide and varied forms of contract and procurement matters with minimal supervision</li>
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If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you.
Interviews to be confirmed
Previous applicants need not apply.
To apply for this post please <a href="http://www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> or copy the following link into your browser:&nbsp;
<a href="https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=805235ezZg&amp;WVID=958433OaLq" target="_blank">https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107…</a>

All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

London Borough of Redbridge

Senior Contracts and Procurement Lawyer

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The Housing Needs Service is undergoing a radical transformation to achieve successful outcomes for our residents.&nbsp; We are seeking people who excel in building positive and trusting relationships with the skills and expertise to deliver lasting housing solutions.
We are seeking a&nbsp;Hostel Support Officer&nbsp;who wants to work in a resident-centred service.&nbsp; You will play a major part in making residents&amp;© lives better in preventing and relieving homelessness. Your role will be to provide support to homeless people on the hostel register, manage day to day hostel operations, execute administrative activities, report repairs issues and record resolutions.
You will be expected to have clear knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 and Homeless Reduction Act 2017 as well as the ability to learn.
Interviews will be held week commencing 11th of August 2025. &nbsp;
You would be arriving at the London Borough of Redbridge at an exciting time, joining an ambitious new Housing Needs Service that embraces change and a positive learning culture for colleagues with a vision to secure sustainable housing solutions for all.
To apply for this position, you will need to submit an online application form along with uploading a copy of your CV and supporting statement.

Hostel Support Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
Please note - the closing date for applications is Tuesday 26 August 2025 at 08:00am.
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)
Do you want to be part of a motivated and dynamic forward-thinking IT Team? How about getting opportunities to work with the latest cloud and cyber technologies? Do you enjoy challenges and like to solve problems?
Following the successful migration to Cloud services the Council has widen its digital landscape by continuing to invest in modern digital platforms and the position of an IT Applications Analyst has become available.&nbsp;
<h3>About the role</h3>
The IT Applications Analyst will be working with IT Operations and Support Teams to deliver high quality technical services. This post will see you as the main point of contact and be responsible for the maintenance and improvement of Business Applications including backups, database management, interface config, upgrades and monitoring and ongoing system developments. Knowledge of IDOX Uniform would be advantageous.
Working in the Council’s IT Team you will be exposed to a wide variety of technologies, challenges, and opportunities to upskill. Working in a continuous improvement model - You will be part of motivated and forward-thinking technology team and get the opportunity to contribute to the effective delivery of the Council’s Digital Strategies, improve the Customer and Employee experience, and ensure that critical systems are highly available.&nbsp;
Knowledge of Microsoft Cloud technologies and ITIL would be advantageous.
As the Council continues with the transformation agenda, this job role will continue to evolve to fit into the new working practices of the organisation.
For an informal discussion please contact Tim Huggins: <a href="mailto:tim.huggins@brentwood.gov.uk" target="_blank">tim.huggins@brentwood.gov.uk</a> or 01277 312933.

Brentwood Borough Council

IT Applications Analyst

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Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with local people to support our vision. As a result, we've developed innovative ways to build our communities and transform our Council.
We're one of the fastest growing parts of the country and the third most diverse London borough. Our communities are attracted by a mixture of excellent schools, relatively affordable housing, high-quality open space and rapid transport connections into the heart of the city.
In Redbridge we are passionate about our care experienced young people and take pride in ensuring that young people feel supported and empowered to achieve their ambitions and goals as they make their transition to adulthood.&nbsp;
An exciting opportunity for a personal advisor as arisen in our Outstanding Leaving Care Service based at Station Road, Barkingside.&nbsp; The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, supportive and effective team and report to one of three Practice Managers. The role involves working alongside a range of professionals, with young adults, previously Looked After by the Local Authority between the ages of 18 and 25 years old.
This is a rewarding, challenging and essential role, in our support of young people leaving care. Our Personal Advisors have the opportunity to undertake focused work with young people and seek to maximise the potential of care experienced young people who have left the care system by working with providers, other agencies and partners.&nbsp; As a Personal Advisor, you will carry a caseload of young people aged 18-25 years and support them through individual direct work, group-work and activity programmes, which may require some flexible working. You will assess their needs, create and review Pathway Plans and be a consistent support to them into adulthood. You will motivate them to make the very best of the resources available and encourage them to play a part in improving services.
In Redbridge we encourage a culture that puts our care experienced young people at the heart of everything we do, by empowering our staff to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn.
If you value these behaviours too, we would love to hear from you.
Key Accountabilities
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<li>To give practical, personal and emotional support and advise care experienced young people to meet their assessed need; to maintain and promote their health, physical and emotional wellbeing, benefits, housing, education, training and socialisation skills.</li>
<li>To facilitate, directly and indirectly, the assessment of need which may be immediate, short or long term.</li>
<li>To identify and support care experienced young people to overcome barriers to learning.</li>
<li>To enable and empower care experienced young people to make decisions in their lives and to self-advocate.</li>
<li>To advocate on behalf of care experienced young people who do not have the skills to do this.</li>
<li>To facilitate the reviews of a pathway plan and to enable and promote, care experienced young people to contribute, in order their wishes and feelings are accurately reflected.</li>
<li>To encourage care experienced young people to participate in the development of the service in order they can affect change where needed.</li>
<li>The role requires you to be mobile throughout a wider operational area including travelling around the borough and beyond, transporting service users and their belongings and to be able to do so in an emergency. Driving licence and car or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means is desirable</li>
<li>Redbridge Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.</li>
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As part of employment with Redbridge Council this role requires a DBS enhanced check.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity is key to our success.
Interviews will be held on 11th &amp; 12th August 2025
If you would like any further information or an informal chat about this role, please contact Veronica Cools at <a href="mailto:Veronica.cools@redbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">Veronica.cools@redbridge.gov.uk</a>
Closing date for applications is the 30th July 2025.&nbsp;
To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification.
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. At the London Borough of Redbridge, we receive a high volume of great-quality applicants, we therefore may close a vacancy earlier than advertised. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.




We are recruiting a part time Experienced Social Worker for 18.5 hours per week working pattern to be agreed. &nbsp;
The role is based in the Gravesend Community Team based in the Civic Centre Gravesend. &nbsp;
We operate in a hybrid model of office-based working and working from home to meet the needs of the service.&nbsp;
£3000 Golden Hello payment to all new joiners (subject to criteria) and service related payments following continuous service.&nbsp;
About Us
This is an exciting opportunity to join our community teams across Kent as we enhance our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do.
We work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.
Our social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.
About You
We welcome applications from experienced social workers who can demonstrate post-qualification experience in Social Services, Health related agencies or related private or voluntary organisation.
You will hold a registration with Social Work England and be competent to work at the Experienced Practitioner level of the Social Care Capabilities Framework for Registered Workers.
You will have experience of managing and reducing risk and completing safeguarding enquiries.
You will be able to demonstrate experience in supervising other members of staff.
We are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a likeminded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.
You will hold a Full UK Driving License – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
Our Support Offer
In return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.
We offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension&nbsp;scheme.
You will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.
We will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.
You will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.
We are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we&nbsp;move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs&nbsp;are met.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
The closing date for applications is 31st August 2025 Interviews are being held on 17th&nbsp;September &nbsp;2025 in the Civic Centre Gravesend. &nbsp;&nbsp;
We also welcome applications from experienced registered Nurses and Occupational Therapists with relevant experience into our Experienced Community Practitioner roles. &nbsp;If you hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council)&nbsp;and would like to know more about these opportunities please contact Ruth Ojo on 03000 413722.&nbsp;
Contact Details&nbsp;


For more information about the role, please contact Ruth Ojo Team Manager &nbsp;03000 413722.&nbsp;

Experienced Social Worker - Gravesend Community Team

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



<h1>Senior Practitioner</h1>

<h2>Role Responsibility</h2>
About the area
The district is in West Kent, bordering Sussex and Surrey, and covers Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Edenbridge, Cranbrook, and Hawkhurst, with a mix of urban and rural communities. You will be based in a centrally located office in historic Tunbridge Wells, which boasts excellent shopping, restaurants, open spaces, and cultural life. There are good transport links and free parking on site.
About the Role
Kent County Council embraces blended working, allowing for a combination of working from home and the office. You will be part of a supportive, established management team, working with a permanent manager and a social work assistant. You will receive good quality supervision and have excellent opportunities for professional development. Your role will involve managing a varied and complex caseload, working with children and their families.
You will develop areas of specialist practice and bring your professional expertise to a range of cases, including complex ones. As a role model for good practice and a champion for your area of expertise, you will set performance expectations, balancing support and oversight. In addition to coaching and mentoring less experienced staff, you will have the opportunity to act as a Practice Assessor for ASYE and student social workers.
You will share your knowledge and experience with the team in various ways, including joint visits, court attendance, case audits, and reviews. You will also have opportunities to contribute to working groups and multi-agency forums to support the development of new initiatives.
About you
You must have a degree in social work – CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent – and be registered with Social Work England. You should have substantial and varied post-qualification experience working with children and families. Your experience should cover systemic practice, and you will need an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy frameworks, along with a willingness to learn and develop as a practitioner. Being a team player is essential in any social work team.
About us
In return, we offer an attractive benefits package, including a car allowance, a biannual retention payment, additional payments for committed service after three years, a competitive salary, and a range of professional development opportunities, including the exciting social care academy and routes for progression.
We want the best for the children of Kent, and this can only be delivered as a team effort with everyone playing their part. We are creating a culture that fosters excellence and collaboration – a place where social workers are empowered to be creative and share ideas and advice. With Ofsted rating our services as “good”, Kent County Council’s Children’s Services teams are working together, stronger than ever, to deliver strengthened services and improved outcomes.
This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council, therefore, has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
This post is available to start from 6 October 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis.


Contact Details For further information on this role, please contact: Ota Sefl, Team Manager <a href="mailto:Otakar.Sefl@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">Otakar.Sefl@kent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; 03000 422525

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