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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7189/Candidate_Pack_-_Communities_Directorate_-_June_2025_PS.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_Communities_Directorate_-_June_2025_PS</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



At Bracknell Forest Council legal excellence is our standard. &nbsp;We currently have an exciting opportunity for a part time solicitor specialising in Planning and Highways.
We pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you…</h3>
We are seeking a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with knowledge and experience in planning and highways.&nbsp; You will provide customer focused, high quality and responsive specialist legal advice and assistance, with your primary focus being in these areas.&nbsp;&nbsp;A high level of professional judgement and political awareness is required as you will be required to represent the council publicly in a variety of venues.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
We are a small team who work closely together to make sure that we are providing the best support to the council’s officers and members.&nbsp; As one of our lawyers you will be supported to develop your skills and competencies in a learning environment which values creativity, teamwork and innovation. Sometimes the work is challenging however there is also time for finding creative solutions and every day is different.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>To undertake legal work involving planning and highways matters including as necessary negotiation and drafting in connection with planning (s106) agreements and unilateral undertakings and highways (s38/278) agreements and associated agreements to include enforcement of these agreements.</li>
<li>To have good working knowledge of the National Planning Policy Framework; local plans; neighbourhood plans and consultations, listed building, conservation area, affordable housing and Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) land.</li>
<li>To be able to direct officers in the preparation of policies and strategic planning matters.</li>
<li>To undertake planning appeals, judicial reviews and strategy work.</li>
<li>To understand, draft and advise on Biodiversity Net Gain.</li>
<li>To attend and advise at planning committees and other meetings of the council as required (Planning Committee in person on average four times a year); and to provide such legal advice and support to those meetings as may be required.</li>
<li>To approve reports for, to attend and to give legal and procedural advice at Corporate Management Team, Cabinet and other groups as may be required in accordance with the law and the council’s constitution.</li>
<li>To personally have conduct of an extensive case load relevant to your area of work and as required by service demand.</li>
<li>To provide specialist legal advice to elected members, Chief Officers, senior managers and officers as part of a team of lawyers.</li>
<li>To tailor the presentations and format of legal advice to suit the level and understanding of the instructing council officer.</li>
<li>To attend courts, tribunals or other forums as required in relation to the post-holder’s case load in order to represent the council’s interests at the same.</li>
<li>Be adept at working independently as well as collaborating with other legal specialists when required.</li>
<li>Instruct Cabinet when required.</li>
<li>To be responsible for representing the interests of the service at a corporate level.</li>
<li>You will be expected to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other service areas within the council and with outside organisations where appropriate.</li>
<li>To give advice on policy making and procedural developments through analysing the legal framework and familiarisation with operational matters.</li>
<li>To assist the management team with conduct of complex cases where requested to do so.</li>
<li>To provide comprehensive practical and solution focused legal advice and support on planning compliance.</li>
<li>Liaise with service clients and other services affected by a matter in hand and coordinate, where necessary, any required input from other services. Advise on the best means of legally achieving the client’s objectives.</li>
<li>Maintain personal case load information and case progress data including time recording in computerised form as instructed.</li>
<li>Ensure that work is completed within set timescales or to client requirements and where applicable in accordance with time limits imposed by statute, courts and the Planning Inspectorate.</li>
<li>To contribute to the provision of an effective and efficient value for money legal service.</li>
<li>Undertake all the duties within the framework of equal opportunities.</li>
<li>Demonstrating commitment to the values and required behaviours of the council as assessed at annual appraisal meetings.</li>
<li>Any other duties as maybe commensurate with the grade.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held the week commencing 28th July 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Helen Brewster - Assistant Borough Solicitor (Place Team)
Tel: 01344 352037
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for&nbsp;more details.&nbsp;
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Assistant Lawyer - Planning and Highways (part time, 22 hours per week)

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/7095/Role_Profile_-_Housing_and_Hospital_Link_Worker.pdf" target="_blank">Role_Profile_-_Housing_and_Hospital_Link_Worker</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.



About us at Hounslow
We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.
We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential.&nbsp; We are stepping up for our residents like never before.
About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock.&nbsp; All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”.&nbsp; It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.
We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.
As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.&nbsp; There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these <a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council" target="_blank">here.</a>
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Service which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health and social care agendas.&nbsp; You will be a frontline professional delivering a first class, modern and flexible service to some of the most vulnerable people in the Borough.
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is developing and progressing our agenda to reduce the use of temporary accommodation and achieve more upstream prevention outcomes.
<ol>
<li>If you want to work in the public sector and be part of a progressive team, this is a unique opportunity for you as we are interested in what you can bring to help us improve and develop our services for our customers.</li>
<li>You will contribute to the effective delivery of the integrated preventative service across housing, health and social care, providing a proactive, accessible, efficient and effective front-line service; promote access to preventative services, working proactively to ensure services are accessed in a timely way.</li>
<li>You will work as part of a team and being a conduit for the Council and Health partners. You are responsible for assessing the complex needs of vulnerable residents. Connecting them with support which will help them to avoid crisis, allowing them to continue to live independently and reducing demand on statutory services.</li>
<li>You work proactively to prevent and resolve crisis and prevent the loss of accommodation while preventing the escalation of health care needs.</li>
<li>You work collaboratively to facilitate discharges from health care settings, enable access to lower-level preventative services and prevent repeat and avoidable admissions to acute health care services.</li>
<li>You adopt a casework-based approach to complete detailed holistic assessments of housing, health and social care needs, providing practical interventions and support.</li>
<li>You Maintain an ongoing knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and the Council’s statutory duties in relation to housing, health and care needs, ensuring advice given is accurate at all times and provide tailored solutions to meet identified needs.</li>
</ol>
About You
You have extensive knowledge and experience of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, working with vulnerable people, and experience of leading multi-disciplinary housing teams and work involving complex needs and diverse client groups and an expert knowledge of homelessness and associated legislation.
It will be necessary for you to have extensive knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and it is desirable to have knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 to apply for this role.
<ol>
<li>You have experience of multi-disciplinary working involving complex and diverse client groups and an understanding of complex legislative frameworks including homelessness, social care, mental health, immigration and welfare benefits.</li>
<li>You are a great communicator to engage effectively with a broad range of people to influence, negotiate and persuade and you quickly build trusting relationships with complex individuals to develop a comprehensive understanding of issues faced by vulnerable people.</li>
<li>You act with integrity, take personal responsibility and handle stress effectively while maintaining high levels of motivation and enthusiasm to achieve successful corporate preventative outcomes, using proactive and creative solutions.</li>
<li>You work independently, proactively and flexibly, being an expert problem solver demonstrating excellent analytical skills, to seek out and implement bespoke solutions to complex issues and make decisions confidently.</li>
<li>You are a high performing individual who works collaboratively with others, adapting to meet a range of changing needs while achieving targets and service objectives and make the team the very best it can be.</li>
<li>You are confident to visit residents in their homes and other health care settings, and work from different locations in the Borough alongside other professionals. You are able to have challenging conversations with other professionals while maintaining a customer focus to achieve successful outcomes across housing, health and social care.</li>
</ol>
Essential for the Role
Basic DBS check is required for the role.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Are you passionate about customer services?</li>
<li>Are you an experienced homelessness professional?</li>
<li>Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department?</li>
</ul>
If the points above resonate with you, we would like to hear from you. 
Please read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.
When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact
The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: 
Email: <a href="mailto:Serge.Momboye@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Serge.Momboye@hounslow.gov.uk</a>
Interviews for this job will be held during July 2025.
Closing date – 9th July 2025

London Borough of Hounslow

Housing and Hospital Link Worker

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/5428/Joint_Corporate_Health_and_Safety_Manager_v2_-_April_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Joint_Corporate_Health_and_Safety_Manager_v2_-_April_2025</a></li>
</ul>

To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



This is an exciting time to join Waverley Borough Council as we support transformational change working in collaboration with Guildford Borough Council.
Are you looking for the opportunity to take on a new challenge?
Do you want to be involved in developing a new team dedicated to corporate health and safety?
Are you and experienced health and safety manager with a proven track record of delivering improvements?
As a qualified health and safety specialist with strong people skills, you will take a lead role in implementing, developing and monitoring health and safety issues across&nbsp; both Guildford and Waverley Borough Council’s.&nbsp; You will develop a positive health and safety culture and ensure both organisations meet statutory and legislative requirements. &nbsp;&nbsp;
In this role you will act as lead advisor at all organisational levels to ensure that the health, safety and welfare of our employees, contractors, visitors and service users is protected.&nbsp;
This is a new role, which provides the perfect opportunity to work with our existing managers to build a golden thread of good health and safety practice throughout our organisation.
This post is a full-time role for 37 hours a week, split between offices in Guildford and Godalming.&nbsp;
How to apply -
Please ensure you submit a supporting statement setting out how you meet the essential criteria on the job description when you submit your CV.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Suzanne Robinson on 01483 523034
Closing date for applications: 9:00am on the 14th July 2025
Interview date: 29th July 2025 at The Burys in Godalming
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting -&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.

Joint Corporate Health and Safety Manager

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8287/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8288/Welcome_payment.pdf" target="_blank">Welcome_payment</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8295/Emergency_Duty_Service_Head_of_Service_-_JD_PS_July_25.pdf" target="_blank">Emergency_Duty_Service_Head_of_Service_-_JD_PS_July_25</a></li>
</ul>

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



Are you an inspiring leader with a strong commitment to social care?&nbsp;
Bracknell Forest Council is looking for an exceptional person to lead the Berkshire Emergency Duty Service across all six Berkshire unitary authorities. You will lead the coordination and delivery of statutory out-of-hours social care providing strategic oversight, a deep understanding of the varied needs of diverse communities, and the ability to manage complex, high-impact service delivery for a wide range of people.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>About you</h3>
You will also have a track record of achievement at senior management level and experience of operational services in a large complex social care, health or other relevant setting with extensive experience of legislation, policy and statutory requirements relating to Children, Adults, Mental Health and Housing.&nbsp; You will need to have a social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.
<h3>About the team</h3>
You will be leading our specialist pan-Berkshire team of Approved Mental Health Professionals, Senior Social Workers (Children’s Services), Adult Safeguarding Care Coordinators and Call Screening Officers. The team collaborate closely with health professionals, the police, and families, providing vital support and intervention for individuals facing social care crises outside regular hours.&nbsp;
This is an exciting time to join the team, because our emergency duty service has recently been recognised as a safe and effective service that safeguards children and vulnerable adults, earning positive feedback from Ofsted and CQC.&nbsp; So if you are looking for an opportunity to work alongside outstanding colleagues, make a tangible difference and drive innovative approaches to social care, this is your chance to leave a lasting mark.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities</h3>
<ul>
<li>Lead the Emergency Duty Service (EDS) in fulfilling duties under the Children Act 1989 and associated legislation.</li>
<li>Provide leadership for Mental Health services for both children and adults, ensuring compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007) and relevant case law.</li>
<li>Deliver Adult Social Care services in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.</li>
<li>Oversee out-of-hours housing and homelessness services as stipulated in the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</li>
<li>Manage the provision of an out-of-hours Appropriate Adult service for young people and vulnerable adults in police custody.</li>
<li>Provide expert strategic leadership on statutory functions and professional practice in relation to both vulnerable children and adults.</li>
<li>Support the transformation of the Emergency Duty Service to deliver improvements and efficiencies.</li>
<li>Develop and implement strategic and operational plans in collaboration with service colleagues and senior leaders.</li>
<li>Make independent decisions impacting daily operations and strategic direction.</li>
<li>Ensure the service is adequately staffed 24/7 and meets all contractual arrangements, regulations and health and safety requirements.</li>
<li>Successful management of significant organisational change, including culture change, change management programs and project management.&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days annual leave per year or sell 5 days.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hybrid and flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with associated life insurance cover</li>
<li>Electric Vehicle car leasing scheme via salary sacrifice&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, etc *</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
*Terms and Conditions apply - please refer to candidate pack for more information&nbsp;
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>
Reasonable adjustments&nbsp;
</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Why join us?</h3>
Bracknell Forest Council offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and adults. We are committed to providing the best possible value for money and ensuring that our services meet the needs of our community.&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be in Bracknell held during week commencing 4 August 2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.&nbsp;
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.&nbsp;
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;&nbsp;
Hannah Doherty, 01344 354466, <a href="mailto:Hannah.doherty@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Hannah.doherty@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please. Previous applicants should not reapply.&nbsp;

Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service and Bracknell Forest Council Out of Hours

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8285/Assistant_SEND_Officer_Tribunals_March_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Assistant_SEND_Officer_Tribunals_March_2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8286/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025</a></li>
</ul>

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 for an Assistant SEND Officer in the Resolutions and Tribunals Team who is committed to supporting all children and young people to learn, grow and to achieve their potential in education.
This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. We will help you to be at your best, so we can be at ours.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As an Assistant SEND Officer (Tribunals), you&nbsp;will be responsible for supporting the Resolutions and Tribunals Officers to deliver statutory assessments of children and young people. This will involve requesting and collating evidence, liaising with families and professionals, creating and updating electronic records using Capita ONE (our case management system), Microsoft Word and Excel and other software.
As an Assistant SEND Officer (Tribunals) you will draw on your excellent written and spoken English as the work involves significant amounts of writing emails and letters and working with families and professionals in- person, in virtual meetings and on the telephone. You will have strong administrative skills as well as previous experience in similar posts.
This is a diverse and busy role where no two days are ever the same. Whether working in the office, side by side with colleagues, or some days from home, you will be fully inducted and supported.
You will be enthusiastic, flexible, confident and reliable, whilst seeking a rewarding role.
As a successful applicant you should have a ‘can-do’ approach, good organisational skills and the ability to multi-task with a high level of accuracy. Excellent communication skills and discretion are essential.
In the role as Assistant SEND Officer (Tribunals) you will provide dedicated support in response to increasing capacity within our Resolutions and Tribunals team and is an excellent opportunity for someone to develop their knowledge of SEND and the legal framework.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
It is an exciting time to join Bracknell Forest. We continue to invest in our SEND and Specialist Support Service, reflecting the growing number of children and young people identified with additional needs.
Bracknell Forest believe that every child and young person should have access to high quality education, with the right support at the right time, so that they can achieve the best outcomes possible as adults.
We are a small but growing team who work closely together to ensure we deliver the best support to families of children and young people with SEND. Sometimes the work is challenging, but our creative, solution-focused and collegiate approach means the work is highly rewarding. Many team members have worked in the SEND service for several years while others are new to the service. We are friendly and supportive and share a passion for enabling vulnerable children and young people the best opportunities to achieve great outcomes and secure futures.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>You will be responsible for supporting the Resolutions and Tribunals Officer to collate and file fully indexed tribunal bundles: requesting and collating evidence, liaising with families and professionals, creating and updating electronic records using Capita ONE (our case management system), Microsoft Word and Excel and other software.</li>
<li>Provide high quality confidential support in relation to coordination, administration, and implementation of all aspects of the SEND Team’s work.</li>
<li>Ensure email and telephone communications are responded to swiftly, and that accurate records of all communications are maintained centrally, issuing high-quality written correspondence at all times.</li>
<li>Making arrangements for meetings, workshops and other events.</li>
<li>Collate the timely preparation and circulation of meeting papers, action notes and following up on action points.</li>
<li>Coordinate and provide administrative support in delivery of the team’s response to Freedom of Information (FOI’s) and Subject Access Requests (SARs).</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days after 3 years’ continuous</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility)</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff</li>
<li>Local government pension</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Sports and Social</li>
<li>Staff dental and health</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym</li>
<li>Supermarket</li>
</ul>
(*pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.
<h3>Interviews date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 24th July&nbsp;2025
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate in their application all essential requirements as listed in the job and person specification. Please indicate in your covering statement if you have a preference for which role you are applying for.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Ayanda Larkin, Senior SEND Officer
Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ayanda.larkin-harrison@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">ayanda.larkin-harrison@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Tel.: 01344 355496
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.

Assistant SEND Officer (Tribunals)

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Fixed term until 31st March 2026 - Full
 time 37 hours per week
We're looking for a dedicated and motivated
 Income and Recovery Officer to join our Client Finances Team in
 Adult Social Care at Reading Borough Council. This is a fantastic
 opportunity to support the financial wellbeing of residents who
 receive care services, by ensuring accurate billing and effective
 recovery of income, while providing compassionate and informed
 advice. 
 
We seek the best talent from the widest
 pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our
 success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident
 Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued
 employment of people with disabilities.
We support hybrid working, its important to
 us that working arrangements are designed to enable our employees
 to excel and within this role you'll have the opportunity to work
 in a way that suits your lifestyle.
About the role:
As an Income and Recovery Officer, you'll
 play a vital role in supporting the financial sustainability of
 Adult Social Care services. You'll be responsible for recovering
 outstanding care charges by engaging directly with customers,
 their families, and care providers. Whether its negotiating
 payment plans or providing advice to those experiencing financial
 difficulties, your focus will be on delivering a respectful,
 fair, and customer-centred service. 
 
You'll process invoices, administer direct
 debits, and investigate payment queries, ensuring that records
 are accurate and up to date. You'll respond to enquiries across a
 range of channels - phone, email, face-to-face and work closely
 with internal teams and external agencies, including the
 Department for Work and Pensions, Citizens Advice, and legal
 representatives, to resolve complex issues and support vulnerable
 residents. 
 
Depending on your experience and
 progression within the role, you may also be involved in more
 advanced tasks such as preparing legal cases, responding to
 formal complaints, making home visits, or representing the
 Council in court proceedings. You'll also help promote financial
 and digital inclusion, signpost customers to further support, and
 contribute to the Councils digital transformation and continuous
 service improvement.

About
 you:
We&amp;©re looking for someone who is:
<ul>
<li>Customer-focused and empathetic, with
 the ability to handle sensitive and challenging situations
 professionally.</li>
<li>Organised and detail-oriented, capable
 of managing workloads independently.</li>
<li>Confident with numbers and systems, able
 to navigate databases, payment systems, and Microsoft Office
 tools.</li>
<li>A strong communicator, both in writing
 and verbally, with great negotiation skills.</li>
<li>Committed to continuous improvement and
 learning, with a good understanding of income recovery
 processes, welfare benefits, and legal frameworks (or a
 willingness to develop this).</li>
</ul>
You'll be part of a team that relies on
 each individual to play their part to the best of their ability.
 As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day,
 you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part
 in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. 
 
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a
 great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the
 benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we
 will achieve this:

Work Together as
 one team - work collaboratively, with each other and
 with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in
 everything we do
Drive
 Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and
 put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take
 responsibility for our own learning and development and for
 reaching our potential
Be
 Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance -
 striving to be even better - and be prepared to engage with and
 challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a
 Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of
 customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the
 services needed at the time they are needed

Our
 offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow
 and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas
 across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and
 you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and
 collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of
 benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days
 holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after
 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working
 opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at 19 Bennet
 Road, Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension
 Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual
 salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery)
 rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the
 cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme
 allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three
 years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road
 tax</li>
</ul>
For more
 information on this position please contact: Micheala Smith -
 Senior Income and Recovery Officer - <a href="mailto:micheala.smith@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">micheala.smith@reading.gov.uk</a>

 
Closing Date: Sunday 20th July 2025
Interview Date: to be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given
 as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a
 sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore,
 it is strongly advised that you complete and return your
 application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Income and Recovery Officer (Adult Social Care)

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Please apply online via the 'Apply online' button which will take you to the Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your account to view the status of your application.&nbsp;
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Please contact Recruitment Services on 01784 444263 (24hr answer phone) or email <a href="mailto:recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@spelthorne.gov.uk</a> if you are having difficulty applying online.
Cemetery Officer
Salary £31,368 - £37,298 pa plus essential car user allowance
36 Hours Mon-Fri
Neighbourhood Services are looking for a Cemetery Officer to liaise with funeral directors in organising bookings for burials in our four cemeteries within the borough.
Duties to include take calls and answering emails from funeral directors and bereaved family members in organising funerals.&nbsp; To regularly visit the cemeteries in the borough and liaise with cemetery staff prior to burial (Driving Licence is essential for site visits).&nbsp; Arranging permits for memorial masons to install headstones and memorials.&nbsp; To update the cemetery database with historical data from the burial books and grave grants. To facilitate the arranging of memorial testing for all cemeteries and burial grounds every five years. To review the Cemetery website and update on a regular basis.
You will have strong IT and clerical skills together with excellent customer service and communication skills.&nbsp; You should be team focused, adaptable, approachable and compassionate.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts.&nbsp; These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers.&nbsp; 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 sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.
Spelthorne Borough Council use the Microsoft Authenticator app as a secure way of accessing our network.&nbsp; Successful candidates will be required to use their own mobile device to download and use Authenticator.
In return, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits’ package that includes flexible working hours, pension scheme and at least 23 days’ paid leave per year (pro rata for part time).&nbsp;
Closing date: 25 July 2025 (noon)
Interview date: 8 August 2025
To apply please use the ‘apply online’ button.
CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.
Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates.&nbsp; If we have not contacted, you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.
All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.
Working towards equal opportunities
Strictly No Agencies

Spelthorne Borough Council

Cemetery Officer

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</ul>

To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



Waverley Borough Council is an ambitious, dynamic and innovative local authority and we are proud of being one of the highest performing Councils in the country.
We are seeking a Senior Environmental Health Officer (Food and Safety) with a expert knowledge in at least one specialist field (e.g. Food Safety, Infection Control, Health &amp; Safety, Special Treatments) to support other Team members and to lead on good practice in that specialism.
In this role, you will act as lead specialist in casework where particularly complex and sensitive issues are under consideration.&nbsp; This will include the preparation of reports, representations, notices and evidence, including improvement and prohibition notices and the taking of actions, including giving evidence in Court or at formal proceedings, to remedy contraventions.
You will work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment where your expertise will be valued.
You must have a Diploma/ BSc Degree in Environmental Health and EHORB registration.
Occasional evening and weekend work may be required along with a full and valid driving licence and use of a car during working hours.
This post is politically restricted
How to apply - 
Please ensure you submit a supporting statement setting out how you meet the essential criteria on the job description when you submit your CV.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Suzanne Robinson on 01483 523034
Closing date for applications: 9:00am on the 23rd July 2025
Interview date: 30th July 2025
About us - 
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting - <a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences -&nbsp;we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility <a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility <a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process
Strictly no agencies please.

Senior Environmental Health Officer (Food and Safety)

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</ul>

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



We have an exciting opportunity for a committed worker, with experience of working with 16–25 year olds, to join our team as a Leaving Care Personal Adviser.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As a Leaving Care Personal Adviser, you will develop an effective working relationship with young people eligible for leaving care services. You will motivate and effectively support them to engage in education, training and employment whilst ensuring they effectively handle their finances, live in suitable housing, and have the necessary emotional resilience and skills for independence.
As a Leaving Care Personal Adviser, you will need a wide range of skills including knowledge of issues that impact care leavers and unaccompanied young people. You will play a key part in supporting them into adulthood and preparing them with skills to ensure they have the best chances moving forward independently.
You will need to think creatively and take the lead on some participation and group activities for the cohort of care leavers that we work with.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Leaving Care Team is a small, dedicated team providing essential support to ensure we provide the best support to our vulnerable young people and care leavers.
We are a small, welcoming and friendly local authority. Our leadership team knows that it is essential for workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best practitioners they can be. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which will provide you with a strong sense of belonging.
We are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council, “Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high quality service”.
Inspectors concluded that Social Workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.
Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.
Read more about our culture and what our staff say: <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/childrens-social-care-jobs" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
You will be supported to carry out the following duties, responsibilities and training…
<ul>
<li>Carry out holistic assessments of young people leaving care.</li>
<li>To act as a personal adviser to a caseload of young people leaving care.</li>
<li>To promote the Leaving Care Service to partner agencies.</li>
<li>To work in partnership with other professionals.</li>
<li>To actively refer care leavers into appropriate services.</li>
<li>To maintain appropriate case management records.</li>
<li>To work flexibly to meet the needs of young people leaving care. This may include traveling out of area and working in the evening.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
(* pro rata for part-time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 29th July 2025 and Thursday 31st July 2025
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Chloe Herniman,Team Manager – Life Chances
Tel.: 01344 354336
Email: <a href="mailto:Chloe.Herniman@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Chloe.Herniman@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Leaving Care Personal Adviser

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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
Make a Difference. Shape the Future. Woking is a vibrant borough undergoing significant change. At Woking Borough Council, we are committed to delivering excellent services and responding to the financial and strategic challenges facling local government. We are seeking a highly motivated, forward-thinking Senior Corporate Strategy Officer to join our Commercial Team at Woking Borough Council. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our organisation and helping to deliver real, positive outcomes for our residents, businesses, and communities. About the Role As our Senior Corporate Strategy Officer, you will work at the heart of the organisation, providing strategic insight, high-quality analysis, and innovative thinking to support senior leaders and elected members in making informed decisions. You will help drive the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Council’s key strategic plans, including our Corporate Plan, service strategies, and performance frameworks. You will play a critical role in ensuring alignment across the organisation, promoting a culture of evidence-based decision-making, and supporting our ambition to deliver high-quality, efficient, and responsive services. This role is vital to driving organisational improvement and ensuring Woking Borough Council remains focused, accountable, and responsible in a rapidly changing environment. Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Support the ongoing development and review of the Council’s Corporate Plan and key strategic documents.</li>
<li>Provide high-quality strategic advice and briefings to senior leaders and elected members to support effective decision-making.</li>
<li>Undertake horizon scanning, research, and policy development to ensure the Council remains proactive and responsive to emerging challenges/opportunities.</li>
<li>Support the alignment of corporate strategy with service plans, performance frameworks, and governance arrangements.</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a joined-up, partnership approach to delivering our strategic priorities.</li>
<li>Lead on strategic projects that support organisational improvement, innovation, and transformation.</li>
<li>Lead on the Council’s corporate risk and business continuity frameworks – ensuring that risks are identified, assessed, monitoried, and reported effectively.</li>
<li>Monitor and report on progress towards corporate objectives, using data and evidence to support performance management and accountability.</li>
</ul>
About You We are looking for someone with excellent strategic thinking, analytical and communication skills, combined with a strong understanding of local government and the challenges and opportunities facing the public sector. You will have:
<ul>
<li>Significant experience in strategy, policy, corporate planning, and performance management, ideally within the public sector.</li>
<li>Experience in developing and managing corporate risk frameworks, with the ability to translate complex risks into clear actions and assurance.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information concisely and with impact.</li>
<li>Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at all levels.</li>
<li>Experience of delivering strategic projects and supporting organisational improvement.</li>
<li>A proactive, collaborative approach with a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.</li>
<li>A good understanding of the political environment and the role of local government.</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us? At Woking Borough Council, we are proud of the work we do to support our communities, and we know our people are our greatest asset. We offer:
<ul>
<li>A competitive salary and generous annual leave entitlement.</li>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.</li>
<li>A supportive and inclusive working environment.</li>
<li>Access to a local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.</li>
<li>A generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month.</li>
<li>Discounted health and leisure membership.</li>
</ul>
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are passionate about shaping strategy, driving improvement, and working in a dynamic public sector environment, we would love to hear from you.
English Language Requirement
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for this post.&nbsp; An assessment may be required. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact the Human Resources team.
Who to contact for informal discussion:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Pino Mastromarco, (Head of Commerical, Corporate Strategy and Performance) on <a href="mailto:pino.mastromarco@woking.gov.uk" target="_blank">pino.mastromarco@woking.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: 3 August 2025 at 23.59
Interview Date:&nbsp; w/c 11 August 2025

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