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The service is delivered using a strength based, personalised approach.</p><p>We work across both the acute and non-acute sites across Medway and out of area hospitals. We have been at the forefront of changes in the hospitals discharge to assess model. This has meant that our teamwork with people in an acute setting as well as those in community settings after a period of the time in hospital. This can either be in a health bed, social care step down bed or in the persons’ own home. This role also includes a role in the emergency department of the acute hospital by working with our health colleagues.</p><p>To work closely with colleagues within the Council and partners ensuring that person centred outcomes are met in ways which utilises available resources as effectively as possible.</p><p>To work within organisational policy and legislative requirements including The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental health Act.</p><p>Medway is a vibrant and exciting place to work, and an opportunity has arisen to join the hospital discharge to assess social work team.</p><p>We are a supportive team working in a busy environment whilst maintaining our professional standards and we are committed to ongoing professional standards.</p><p>The successful candidates will be required to work across all settings in line with the changing demands of the system to enable the discharge to assess model to be implemented to ensure timely and safe discharges.</p><p>All staff working in the department have a responsibility for promoting and supporting the Council's policies and procedures for safeguarding. You should ensure that you carry out your duties and work at all times in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of service users.</p><p><strong>In return we will offer you:  </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n</ul><p>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C.  There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.</p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.</p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:<br><br>  Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.</p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.</p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.</p><p>You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role.  You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C.    You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.</p><p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p><p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p><p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p><p>All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,476 - £45,829 plus £3,000 Retention Payment to be paid in 12 monthly instalments (pro rata) to be reviewed annually (July) £1,000 Golden Hello Payment to be paid on the successful completion of the probation period","publishDate":"2025-06-02T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-29T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/de00de38-f3a6-456b-bb7f-2e0e7ba234bd.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a59ea17f-a4d5-4c1d-866a-2c7af86bdac9","title":"Social Worker - Long Term and Early Help","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>As a qualified social worker are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of vulnerable adults with social care needs and have a strong review background? If so, we would love you to join us in Medway Adult Social Care.</strong><br><strong>Where is Medway?</strong><br>  Medway is a vibrant thriving location with excellent schools and plenty of historic attractions e.g.: Historic Dockyard, Rochester Castle and Cathedral. Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, only 30 miles from London, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London. It provides excellent opportunities for affordable home ownership.<br>  Adult Social Care is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community, so it is an exciting time to join us. We have recently introduced a competency progression framework linked to salary.<br><br><strong>The post</strong><br>  We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Social Workers (must have completed ASYE and registered with Social Work England) who are highly motivated to work within long term and early help. We are looking for people who are committed to delivering a high-quality service and who enjoy the challenge of reviewing packages of care to ensure best value and positive outcomes.<br>  The service is delivered using a strengths-based (Conversations Model), person centred approach. We have implemented an innovative locality-based service giving the opportunity to establish close links with local communities and partners.<br>  Your practice will have a strong emphasis on quality and achieving the best possible outcomes for people. We promote individual aspirations, enhance independence and wellbeing and maximise autonomy by supporting people to live their lives in the way that they choose.<br>  Working at Medway Council means that you will be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in<br><br><strong>Making you feel valued</strong><br>  We offer excellent support including CPD learning opportunities and regular reflective supervision. Individual learning needs will be identified to develop specialist knowledge.  We have a hybrid working model with a balance of remote working and office based.</p><p><strong>In return we will offer you:  </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n</ul><p>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C.  There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.</p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.</p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:<br><br>   Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.</p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.</p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.</p><p>You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role.  You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C.    You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.</p><p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p><p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p><p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p><p>All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,476 - £45,829 plus £3,000 Retention Payment to be paid in 12 monthly instalments (pro rata) to be reviewed annually (July) £1,000 Golden Hello Payment to be paid on the successful completion of the probation period","publishDate":"2025-06-02T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-07-06T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4ab57c18-04bb-4e3f-8b17-e4539b683414.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"020b20da-d635-4042-b6b5-417fdcb414f2","title":"Social Care Officer - Hospital Integrated & Community Discharge Team","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting for a Social Care Officer to contribute to the delivery of highly effective children and adult services (within Adult Social Care) in an efficient manner, including facilitating safe discharges home from acute Hospital settings and non-acute wards. The service is delivered using a strength based, personalised approach and promotes the least restrictive route of discharge and transition into Adult Social Care services from health pathways. <br><br> To work closely with colleagues within the Integrated Discharge Team and with partners ensuring that person centred outcomes are met in ways which utilises available resources as effectively as possible. To work closely with health and social care staff to promote rehabilitation and enablement care post-discharge.<br><br> To work within organisational policy and legislative requirements including the Hospital Discharge Service Policy and Operating Model, Health and Care Act, Human Rights Act, Equality Act, Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act.  To ensure appropriate information sharing in compliance with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).<br><br> All staff working in the department have a responsibility for promoting and supporting the Council's policies and procedures for safeguarding. You should ensure that you carry out your duties and work at all times in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of service users.</p><p><strong>In return we will offer you:  </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n</ul><p>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C.  There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.</p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.</p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:<br><br>  Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.</p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.</p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.</p><p>You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role.  You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C.    You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.</p><p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p><p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p><p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p><p>All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,283 - £37,181","publishDate":"2025-06-02T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-22T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f12faa90-9e98-448c-9a3b-d30c14fa47bb.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"24f5970b-9dc5-4947-b265-bdd2ff1e42cb","title":"Approved Mental Health Professional","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Gun Wharf","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting a part time Approved Mental Health Professionals to contribute to the delivery of our highly effective AMHP Team, based within Adult Social Care. The service is delivered using a strength based, personalised approach to assessments, ensuring the individual remains at the centre of all interventions. </p><p>You will be required to act as an Approved Mental Health Professional providing a statutory Mental Health Act Assessment service, encompassing all client groups and including the provision of advice, in order to meet the immediate needs of the individuals involved and to achieve the best outcome. You will also need to provide precise information to service users and others about their rights in relation to MHA interventions and facilitate access to appropriate advocacy and advice networks including the IMHA and IMCA services.</p><p>The successful candidates will be responsible for triaging referrals, allocation of assessments, undertaking Mental Health Act assessments and chairing the daily allocations meeting on a regular basis. </p><p>This role will also involve undertaking the role of Social Supervisor for conditionally discharged patients to fulfil our statutory responsibility for clients who are subject to Part 3 of the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended 2007). </p><p>The successful applicant will also be responsible for the supervision and appraisal process of newly qualified AMHP’s in line with the statutory requirements, as well as the supervision and support of staff undertaking the AMHP training. </p><p>You will need to maintain an awareness of changes in mental health theories, legislation, and Medway Council policies, local and agency practices, in order to disseminate knowledge and contribute to the delivery of a high standard AMHP service. In addition to undertaking AMHP assessments the successful candidate will need to develop a high level of skill and expertise in order to provide support and advice to others in relation to statutory interventions.</p><p>The successful candidate must be able to contribute to and review the development of ongoing initiatives for service development to achieve a more effective use of resources within the AMHP service and wider mental health services.</p><p>You will be required to work autonomously within the role, demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing high levels of risk.</p><p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Susan Fuller on susan.fuller@medway.gov.uk</em></p><p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p><p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.</strong></p><p><strong>In return we will offer you:  </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n</ul><p>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C.  There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.</p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.</p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:<br><br>  Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.</p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.</p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.</p><p>You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role.  You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C.    You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.</p><p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p><p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p><p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p><p>All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,498 - £30,687","publishDate":"2025-06-02T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-29T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/73b9a4f9-baf1-48d2-89bc-2f589f99856a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ab32731c-fc55-4d03-9015-8520e16180a6","title":"Senior Public Health Project Officer - Combatting Drugs (Internal Candidates Only)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Gun Wharf","locationType":3,"description":"<p>The Public Health Team are seeking a Senior Public Health Project Officer – Combatting Drugs to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.  </p><p>Do you want to be part of an innovative and forward-thinking team in Public Health?</p><p>Are you passionate about health improvement and tackling health inequalities?</p><p>Do you want to make a difference?</p><p>If so, we want to hear from you.</p><p>Medway Public Health is looking to recruit a highly motivated and dynamic Senior Project Officer to support the business of the Combatting Drugs Partnership (CDP) to reduce alcohol related harm and drug and alcohol related deaths.  </p><p>The CDP is a statutory partnership bringing together key stakeholders from Council, Health, VCSE, Criminal Justice, Youth Services etc to ensure there is a locally joined up approach to deliver strategic aims of 10-year national drugs strategy: breaking drug supply chains, delivering a world-class treatment and recovery system, and achieving a shift in the demand for drugs.</p><p>The postholder will take a public health approach to reducing harm looking to legislative levers such as alcohol licensing as well as looking at evidence base and learning from alcohol and drug related deaths to drive improvement. </p><p>The postholder will work with a broad range of staff and stakeholders across Medway to promote health improvement.  The role will require the ability to build positive working relationships with statutory and partner agencies as well as supporting Members of the licensing committee. This will require strong influencing and negotiating skills.</p><p>The postholder will be responsible for monitoring data, identifying challenges or areas of underperformance with the ability to think quickly of solutions to ensure targets are met.  The role will be working closely with the wider Public Health team. </p><p>Although this post involves hybrid working at Gun Wharf, and at home, the postholder will be required to travel further to businesses across Medway and must be able to do so in a timely manner.   The role will require some evening and weekend work and the postholder must be a non-smoker with a full driving licence.</p><p>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Aeilish Geldenhuys on aeilish.geldenhuys@medway.gov.uk.</p><p>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C.  There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.  </p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. </p><p><strong>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: </strong><br>Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.  </p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.  </p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. </p><p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p><p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p><p><strong>For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.   All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. </p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. </p><p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 5 - £37.732 per annum","publishDate":"2025-06-02T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-17T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c12eafe6-e5ab-42dc-8fc2-3992d7e55cc5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"37a458c2-6f9b-4233-85f8-29e902e2c9a4","title":"Senior Adults' Intelligence Analyst","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home.","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting for a Senior Adults’ Intelligence Analyst to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.  </p><p>The Senior Adults’ Intelligence Analyst will be required to contribute to Medway Council’s vision to enable Medway residents to get the best start, develop well, and go on to live healthy, fulfilling, independent lives by providing high-quality data, intelligence and information.</p><p>The successful candidate will lead the creation and maintenance of performance dashboards and reports, ensure compliance with statutory reporting, apply advanced analytical techniques for in-depth data analysis, and deliver clear and engaging data presentations whilst ensuring high levels of data quality and adherence to data protection regulations. Engage with stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver data-driven solutions, leading analytical projects, and staying updated with the latest data sources and analytical tools. Assist in training and development across the directorate, participate in recruitment and induction training, and monitor the performance of team members, providing feedback and arranging appropriate training to aid their professional development.</p><p>If this role appeals to you, please outline in your application your knowledge, experience, and skills in the following six areas:</p><ul>\n<li>Proven experience of working autonomously and as part of a team, with access to advice and guidance when necessary.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of relevant tools, applications and systems used, such as R, SQL, Power BI, Excel and case management systems.</li>\n<li>Experience in creating detailed analysis, comprehensive reports, and interactive dashboards.</li>\n<li>Experience of overseeing the work of others and providing training, guidance and direction. </li>\n<li>Knowledge of the key data protection principles and processes, such as including Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).</li>\n<li>Can translate technical concepts to a non-technical audience and are comfortable presenting appropriate recommendations.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>The successful post holder will be subject to a Standard DBS check.  </strong></p><p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please email Tracey Harding on tracey.harding@medway.gov.uk .</em></p><p>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C.  There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.  </p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. </p><p><strong>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: </strong><br>Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.  </p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.  </p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. </p><p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p><p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p><p><strong>For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.   All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. </p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. </p><p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 5 - £37,732 per annum","publishDate":"2025-06-02T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-24T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ac108ea1-453a-4561-ae29-cfcdca7c014b.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"15ad2c4f-ea4e-4f48-91c0-ea07dba9533d","title":"Senior Social Worker- Hospital Integrated & Community Discharge Team","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting for a Senior Social Worker to contribute to the delivery of highly effective children and adult services (within Adult Social Care) in an efficient manner, including facilitating safe discharges home from acute Hospital settings and non-acute wards. The service is delivered using a strength based, personalised approach and promotes the least restrictive route of discharge and transition into Adult Social Care services from health pathways.</p><p>To work closely with colleagues within the Integrated Discharge Team and with partners ensuring that person centred outcomes are met in ways which utilises available resources as effectively as possible. To work closely with health and social care staff to promote rehabilitation and enablement care post-discharge.</p><p>To work within organisational policy and legislative requirements including the Hospital Discharge Service Policy and Operating Model, Health and Care Act, Human Rights Act, Equality Act, Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act.  To ensure appropriate information sharing in compliance with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).</p><p>To work autonomously within the role, demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing higher levels of risk. To be able to demonstrate effective multi-disciplinary practice, and work cohesively with partner services and stakeholders, whilst advocating a social care perspective in what can be challenging situations. Staff should have demonstrable experience and knowledge of working either within or with health and social care sectors, understand activities relating to acute and community hospital length of stays and No Criteria to Reside delays and contribute to effective and cohesive system partnership working.</p><p>Staff must be able to offer expertise within the organisation including demonstrating having obtained or be working towards Practice Educator, AMHP or BIA qualifications. In addition to undertaking the supervision of other staff, students and Newly Qualified Social Worker (ASYE participants) to ensure practice development, supported practice, quality assurance and performance management.</p><p>All staff working in the department have a responsibility for promoting and supporting the Council's policies and procedures for safeguarding. You should ensure that you carry out your duties and work at all times in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of service users.</p><p><strong>In return we will offer you:  </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n</ul><p>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C.  There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.</p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.</p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:<br><br>  Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.</p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.</p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.</p><p>You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role.  You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C.    You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.</p><p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p><p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p><p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p><p>All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,830 - 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These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C.  There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.</p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.</p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:<br><br>   Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.</p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.</p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.</p><p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p><p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p><p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p><p>All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.</p><p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting managers, please e-mail Debbie Dukes on </em>debbie.dukes@medway.gov.uk<em> or Gulam Robbani on </em>gulam.robbani@medway.gov.uk</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,283 - £37,181","publishDate":"2025-06-02T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-22T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/12329891-983e-4bc2-96fd-0a902bd73235.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"73430cf7-52e4-41c4-b2e7-c0c4e06d231a","title":"Senior Occupational Therapist","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid - Medway","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Join our dynamic Occupational Therapy (OT) Team to empower Medway residents to maintain their independence through early interventions. This role involves providing holistic, person-centred, strength-based assessments and interventions. You will support OT staff and manage complex cases, including manual handling, major and minor adaptations, reablement, housing, and care package reviews.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Support and Empower:</strong> Assist the OT Team in delivering early interventions that promote independence.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Complex Case Management:</strong> Handle complex cases with strength-based occupational therapy assessments.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Stakeholder Liaison:</strong> Collaborate with stakeholders to promote the Council's vision and values.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Service Development:</strong> Identify service gaps and redeploy resources to meet business needs.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Leadership:</strong> Lead service and staff development, implementing action plans for optimal performance.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Supervision:</strong> Provide professional and clinical oversight, ensuring quality supervision and performance.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Student Support:</strong> Promote and support OT student and apprentice placements.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Safeguarding:</strong> Uphold the Council's safeguarding policies and ensure the welfare of individuals.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Duty Service Management:</strong> Support and manage OT Duty service and lone working procedures.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Corporate Accountabilities:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Achieve service plan objectives and targets.</li>\n<li>Stay updated with GDPR responsibilities.</li>\n<li>Participate in the Performance Appraisal process.</li>\n<li>Promote the Council's Fair Access, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.</li>\n<li>Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.</li>\n<li>Support the Medway Carbon Neutral by 2050 commitment.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Person Specification:</strong></p><ul>\n<li><strong>Qualifications:</strong></li>\n<li>Recognised professional Occupational Therapy qualification.</li>\n<li>HCPC registration.</li>\n<li>Satisfactory DBS check.</li>\n<li><strong>Knowledge and Skills:</strong></li>\n<li>Understanding of safeguarding, relevant legislation, and theoretical frameworks.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and housing legislation.</li>\n<li>Familiarity with GDPR and the Equality Act 2020.</li>\n<li>Up-to-date knowledge of social care sector changes.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Working Style:</strong></p><ul><li>\n<strong>Hybrid:</strong> Flexible working arrangement, combining office and home-based work.</li></ul><p><strong>Join Us:</strong> Be part of a team that values listening, responsiveness, honesty, and resourcefulness. Promote independence and well-being for adults with care and support needs. Apply now to make a difference in Medway!</p><p><strong>In return we will offer you:  </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n</ul><p>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C.  There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.</p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.</p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:<br><br>  Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.</p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.</p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.</p><p>You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role.  You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C.    You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.</p><p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p><p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</p><p><strong>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong></p><p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age</p><p>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online</p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p><p>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.</p><p>All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,830 - £51,130","publishDate":"2025-06-02T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-29T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5952e928-3c9b-400e-9aab-5195eea990d9.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"03fd4a37-db46-4435-81e0-c9c92079481f","title":"Support Worker","employer":"Sevenoaks District Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices, Argyle Road","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Working in our support and options team, you’ll actively support our customers and encourage them to live independently.</p>\n<p>Day to day, you’ll manage your own caseload and carry out risk assessments, keeping them up to date with changing circumstances. With your excellent communication skills, you’ll build strong working relationships with our partners and other services to ensure that our customers have the appropriate support framework in place.</p>\n<p>You’ll be comfortable dealing with difficult and emergency situations and look for innovative ways to improve the service.</p>\n<p>Our Housing team has a development focus, so you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop your skills with us.  </p>\n<p><em>Previous applicants need not apply. </em></p>\n<p>This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. 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Social Worker - Hospital Integrated & Community Discharge Team

Medway Council

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£38,476 - £45,829 plus £3,000 Retention Payment to be paid in 12 monthly instalments (pro rata) to be reviewed annually (July) £1,000 Golden Hello Payment to be paid on the successful completion of the probation period

Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Social Worker - Long Term and Early Help

Medway Council

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£38,476 - £45,829 plus £3,000 Retention Payment to be paid in 12 monthly instalments (pro rata) to be reviewed annually (July) £1,000 Golden Hello Payment to be paid on the successful completion of the probation period

Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Social Care Officer - Hospital Integrated & Community Discharge Team

Medway Council

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£31,283 - £37,181

Chatham (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Approved Mental Health Professional

Medway Council

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£27,498 - £30,687

Gun Wharf (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Senior Public Health Project Officer - Combatting Drugs (Internal Candidates Only)

Medway Council

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Range 5 - £37.732 per annum

Gun Wharf (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Senior Adults' Intelligence Analyst

Medway Council

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Range 5 - £37,732 per annum

Hybrid – Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home. (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Senior Social Worker- Hospital Integrated & Community Discharge Team

Medway Council

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£45,830 - £51,130

Chatham (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Social Care Officer Safeguarding

Medway Council

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£31,283 - £37,181

Gun Wharf (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Senior Occupational Therapist

Medway Council

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£45,830 - £51,130

Hybrid - Medway (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Support Worker

Sevenoaks District Council

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£34,072 - £36,830

Council Offices, Argyle Road (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Head of Finance and Section 151 Officer

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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£86,925 – £91,875 + £4,812 car allowance

West Malling, Opportunity for flexible/hybrid working (Hybrid)

Posted 5 days ago

Housing Solutions Officer - 2 Year FTC

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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£28,629 - £34,263

Kings Hill, Tonbridge & Malling Council, Opportunity for flexible/home working (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Housing Solutions Officer

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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£28,629 - £34,263

Kings Hill, Tonbridge & Malling Council, Opportunity for flexible/home working (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Housing Allocations Officer - 1 Year FTC

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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£28,629 - £34,263

Opportunity for flexible/home working, Kings Hill, Tonbridge & Malling Council (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Local Plan Monitoring Officer

Sevenoaks District Council

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£29,330 - £31,773 (Subject to Job Evaluation)

Sevenoaks District Council (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Planning Support Officer

Sevenoaks District Council

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£29,330 - £31,773

Sevenoaks District Council (Hybrid)

Posted 7 days ago

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KS1 Teacher (Year 1)

Greenvale Primary School

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MPS £31,650 - £43,607

Greenvale Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 12 days ago

Housing Advice Officer

Sevenoaks District Council

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£34,072 - £36,830

Sevenoaks District Council (Hybrid)

Posted 12 days ago

Deputy Revenues and Benefits Manager

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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£49,677-£58,215 Starting salary dependent on qualifications and experience, with opportunities for progression within a career graded post

Kings Hill, West Malling (Hybrid)

Posted 12 days ago

Career Grade Planner (Graduate/Planner/Senior)

Sevenoaks District Council

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Up to £43,414 plus 10% Market Related Payment and an essential car user allowance of up to £1,371

Council Offices, Argyle Road (Hybrid)

Posted 12 days ago

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